Our Leadership Boards
The leadership team at First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights is structured according to the guidelines set forth by the Presbyterian Church USA. We are blessed to have a group of team members that are truly dedicated to Christ, our Church, and the local community. They continue to lead our Church body with integrity and a servant's heart. Below are our current leaders. The numeral after each person’s name indicates whether the incumbent is serving a first or second term (all are limited to two consecutive terms before needing to rotate off for at least one year to ensure diverse and representative leadership).
Session
The Session is a board of nine elders, each elected for a three-year term, that functions as the governing body of the church. Each member serves as the chairperson for our different committees. The Session meets monthly on the second Wednesday of the month.
Class of 2022:
Bruce Erwin (1), Missions
Diane Gallagher (1), Clerk of Session
Margie Kent (1), Fellowship
Class of 2023:
Douglas McVarish (2), Music and Worship
Kathy Mullan (2), Christian Education
Margaret Westfield (1), Personnel and Nominating
Class of 2024:
Leslie Clark (1), Stewardship
Vicki Clarke (1), Outreach
Sharon Cole (1), Membership and Care
Trustees
The Trustees, consisting of nine members elected for three-year terms, represent the corporation of the church. They report to the Session on the condition of the physical building and grounds, equipment, and the need for repair or improvement. The Trustees meet every other month, on the 4th Tuesday.
Class of 2022:
Phyllis Bozek (1)
Sandy Langford (1)
Suzanne Ritter (1), Secretary
Class of 2023:
Justin Colantonio (2), Treasurer
Cheryl Hauske (1)
Mark Zimmerman (1), President
Class of 2024:
Dan Mullan (1)
Patti Pawling (1)
Nancy Wilk (2), Vice-President
Deacons
Our Deacons, who are elected by the congregation for three-year terms, serve as the caregivers of the congregation. They meet once per month, usually on the 2nd Sunday of the month.
Class of 2022:
Molly Rugge (1), Vice-President
Sue Hawco (1)
Kyle Jaremko (2)
Linda Moon (1)
Paul Vrooman (1)
Class of 2023:
Bill Burrough (2) - President
Tom Clarke (2) - Secretary
Ro Hudson (2)
Sean Remington (1)
Ellie Wyckoff (1)
Class of 2024:
Kate Colantonio (2) - Treasurer
Melanie Diven (1)
Kelly Evans (1)
Candy Frantz (2)
Jane Truax (1)