One of the hallmarks of our church structure is that we're an autonomous body of believers who seek to discern the will of God in our congregation as defined by the Constitution and bylaws of the United Church of Christ. We do not submit to the authority of a Bishop or outside governing body; we make all decisions regarding how we operate, hire, and do mission.
For a clear understanding of the specifics of our local organizational structure, we provide here our own Constitution and Bylaws of the Cresskill Congregational Church, UCC.
This section of the website details the governance, our Open and Affirming resolution, pertinent announcements, and a directory of those who serve on various Boards and Committees within the congregation.
Greening Resolution
"We resolve that every Board and Committee of the Cresskill Congregational Church, UCC, make an effort to include recycling and other "green" elements into their planning of activities. Furthermore, we recommend that all organizations, groups, or business that uses our church building for their meetings or events agree to include recycling and greening efforts into their planning and functions."
Boards and Committees
Because our church life involves many different aspects, mission, and outreach, many people are doing many different things. To help us navigate those things, we have listed below are the Church Council Officers, a list of our various Boards and Committees, as well as who serves on them. Also, the dates reflect when their particular seats will be up for renewal.
Moderator, Ginny Marx, 2013
Treasurer, Robert Hargrove, Sr., 2012
Clerk, Glenn Woertz, 2012
Financial Secretary, Ann Buonarota, 2012
Assistant Financial Secretary, Ginny Marx
Board of Trustees
Hank Hermo, 2014, Acting-Chairperson
Art Sheeley, 2014
Hattie Parks, 2014
Robert Hargrove, Jr. 2014
Jack Rickly, 2013
Ed Minkler, 2013
Pat Fritz, 2012
Robert Michelson, 2012
Bonnie Slockett, 2012
Judy Russell, 2012
Sally Bartlett, 2012
Opal Horvat, 2012
Clarence Hatten, Trustee Emeritus
Sally Solleder, Trustee Emeritus
Board of Deacons
Robert Hargrove, Sr. 2014, Chairperson
Kathy Lindner, 2014
Karen Minkler, 2014
Jeanne Gesuele, 2014
Buddy Clark 2013
Henry Hecht, 2013
Jack Rickly, 2013
James Smith, 2013
Glen Woertz, 2013
Howard Vigusin, 2012
Robert Hargrove, Jr., 2012
Bea Kraker, Deacon Emeritus
Board of Christian Education
Judy Russell, 2013, Chairperson
Ann Buonarota, 2014
Christine DePalo, 2014
Ruth Braun, 2013
Bonnie Slockett, 2013
Julie Schmidt, 2013
Julie Harzynski, 2012
Ginny Marx, 2012
Board of Outreach
Barbara Emer, 2013, Co-chairperson
Darryl Hilliard, 2014, Co-chairperson
Elaine Hargrove, 2014
Opal Horvat, 2013
Joan Blackenhorn, 2012
Pat Hermo, 2012
Howard Vigusin, 2012
Mary Mayer, 2012
Budget Committee
Judy Russell
Robert Hargrove, Jr.
Sally Bartlett
Art Sheeley
Music Committee
Ginny Marx
Judy Russell
Julie Schmidt
Sally Bartlett
Mission Committee
Ginny Marx
Karen Minkler
Dot Pontician
Julie Schmidt
Fundraising Committee
Ginny Marx
Ann Buonarota
Judith Pimentel
Howard Vigusin
The Stewardship Committee
Robert Hargrove, Sr.
Ann Buonarota
Judy Russell
Opal Horvat
Pat Hermo
Jack Rickly
The Personnel Committee
Cindy Miccucci
Rob Michelson
Bonnie Slockett
Sunshine Committee
Margaret Brenneiser
Bonnie Slockett
Gordon Wallace
Ruth Braun
Julie Harzynski
Pat Hermo
* the Pastor and Moderator serve as ex-officio on all Boards and Committees