The Session

The Session, the governing body of the church, consists of Elders charged with spiritual leadership of the congregation, overseeing programs, developing and monitoring the budget, setting policies, and long-range planning. The 15 Elders represent the programs and mission of the church:

• Worship -- Linda Kurtz
• Children's Ministry -- Susan Ariale
• Youth Ministry -- Bruce Ross
• Adult Spiritual Growth -- Judy Ruud
• Mission -- Jean Buffardi
• Evangelism -- Betty Barthle
• Office Operations -- Betty Sturtevant
• Community Life --Linda Reece
• Small Groups -- Diana Freeman
• Facilities -- Rob Eustace
• Stewardship -- David Smith
• Personnel -- Larry Deaton
• Vocations -- Lynn Miller
• Nominations -- Ross Venett
• Clerk of Session -- John Greenlees

Board of Deacons

The Board of Deacons has as its guiding motto "Because We Love You" as they, in ministry, provide care to the Burke Presbyterian Church family.  The 23 deacons (including two youth) serve on care-giving teams of two that respond as concerns arise throughout their week on call.  They also serve as either a Coordinator or on a care ministry team.

The Coordinators are for Transportation/Yard Care, Care Notes and Greeting Cards, Baskets of Love, Annual Meeting, Prayer Chain, Follow-up, and Quiet Day.  The Deacons have five ministry teams--a Senior ministry team, a Chef ministry team, a New Members team, a Funerals team, and a Chronic Illness/Continuing Care ministry team.