Local Governance
The Church Board
The Church Board has responsibility for the administration of congregational activities, which is delegated and entrusted to the Board and its committees by the Congregation. Membership in the Church Board is intended to reflect representation from all areas of Congregational activities and interests. The Board shall consist of the following: The Minister, Regional Council Representative, Chair, Vice-Chair, Past Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, Chairs of Standing Committees, UCW representative, Trustees Representative, and 2 at large members of the Congregation. Chairs of Sub-Committees are considered corresponding members of the Church Board. The current Chair of the Church Board is Sandra Macdonald. The Congregational Chair Marianne McRae.
Worship and Faith Life Standing Committee
The Worship and Faith Life Standing Committee plays a pivotal role in the work and mission of St. Davids-Queenston United Church by providing oversight for worship services and appropriate use of worship space. The Worship and Faith Life Committee is also responsible for all activities conducted by the Church Sub-Committees The current Chair of Worship and Faith Life is Wayne Philbrick.
The Finance Standing Committee monitors the financial and temporal affairs of the Congregation. It ensures that sufficient funds are made available to provide for staff salaries, operating expenses of the church and Regional and Denominational requirements and accounts for all moneys received and disbursed for these purposes. The current Chair of Finance is Marianne McRae. The Church Treasurer is Linda Hardaker.
The Property Standing Committee is responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of church buildings and land, all related systems (electrical, water, sewer, heating and security), equipment and appliances. The current Chair of Property is Bill Utting.
Ministry and Personnel Standing Committee
The Ministry and Personnel Standing Committee is a confidential, facilitation body that supports the pastoral relationship with the Congregation. The current Chair of Ministry and Personnel is Sue Cote.
The purpose of the Board of Trustees is to hold all of the property of the Congregation for the use and benefit of the Congregation as part of the United Church of Canada. The activities of the Trustees are governed variously by public statutes, the United Church’s Trusts of Model Deed, and the lawful direction of the Church Board, Regional Council or the General Council. The Chair is Al Des Roches.
Christian Education Sub-committee
The Christian Education Sub-Committee seeks to nurture and support seekers and learners of all ages and stages to grow in faith and in their relationship with God, self, one another, and all creation so that they may engage fully in the life of St. Davids-Queenston United Church. They oversee the Sunday School program and Adult Education programs. The current Interim Chair of Christian Education is Nancy Lang.
Mission and Service Sub-Committee
The Mission and Outreach Sub-Committee strives to meet the various needs of the St. Davids-Queenston Congregation, the local community, and national and international projects, as necessity dictates. In addition, it strives to meet the needs of special projects when feasible, with Congregation support, while recognizing the importance of keeping the Congregation well-informed of the nature and progress of the work of the Committee. The current Chair of Mission and Outreach is Jill Dill.
Friendly Visitors Sub-Committee
The Friendly Visitors Sub-Committee will assist the Minister with the spiritual and pastoral needs of Congregation members who for various reasons can no longer attend regular worship services and other church activities. Committee members are subject to standards of strict confidentiality in all activities that are associated with the Committee. The Chair of Friendly Visitors is Sue Dobson.
The Activities Sub-Committee is responsible for planning and conducting social and fundraising events at St. Davids-Queenston United Church. Revenues raised at these events are used to help fund church projects or for community outreach initiatives. The Chair of Activities is Doug McArthur.
The Flowers Sub-Committee is responsible for enhancing the atmosphere of the sanctuary of the church with seasonal decorations and adornments. The Chair is Sandra MacDonald.
