Serving on a committee is a great way to get involved in RB Community. Below are descriptions of our current committees.
COMMITTEE DESCRIPTIONS
Administration & Finance *
The Administration & Finance Committee (A&F) manages the financial expenditures and budgets of the Church. Members of A&F work with staff and elders in preparing the annual budget, including the review of employee compensation and benefits. A&F reviews major capital and project expenditures, develops and oversees Church policy and procedures, and acts on behalf of the Church in all legal matters. A&F also oversees Church investments and our endowment funds. Members with financial and legal backgrounds from the congregation who are willing to serve on this committee are encouraged to submit their interest, including applicable skills and experience, to the Chairman. As positions open, we will use this information to welcome new committee members. Frank Wesley, Chair knarfwels@cox.net
Adult & Senior Ministries*
Adult & Senior Ministries oversees a variety of adult education class offerings including in-depth Bible study classes, Wednesday evening dinners with a video series, such as The Chosen or Drive Thru History, which provides time for community building through discussion. One-time classes with a special topic are held as well. Also offered are more relaxed LifeGroups, and periodic Connection events. LifeGroups continue to form strong personal bonds between the participants, putting Bible’s teachings into practice, as we learn and serve together. The Connection Ministry focuses on building community around common interests and opportunities to form small fellowship groups. This team also works with the Hospitality team in the planning of Women’s Ministry events and coordinating meals for the dinner and luncheons throughout the year.
Throughout the ministry an emphasis on Spiritual Formation is important for community growth. We are open to ideas for additional opportunities and ways to connect the church community and those willing to develop these classes.
Kathy Wesley: katknits@cox.net
George Samaan: georgenagi13@gmail.com
Arabic Ministry
Our Arabic speaking ministry is shepherded by Dr. Mofid Wasef mofid@rbcommunity.org . Mofid preaches in our weekly service to Arabic speaking people, supervises international missions to the Arabic-speaking world, teaches a weekly Bible study, leads our Board of Deacons, does regular visitations to homes and hospital, conducts a Bible study and serves communion at several local retirement communities, and manages over 200 volunteers in pastoral care ministries here at RB Community. Nikki Butera nikki@nikkibutera.com
Communications & Technology *
The Communications & Technology committee leads a wide range of technology and communications initiatives for the church. On the technology side, committee members build and help implement the strategies for how to improve the technology that our staff and the congregation use and see every day. On the communications side, we communicate and promote Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church ministry and mission within RB Community and outside our church community and provide transparency of church activities. Barbara Weeks barbw@san.rr.com
Facilities *
The Facilities Committee strives to ensure our facilities are well designed, equipped and maintained in order to fulfill our mission to God. Managing church facilities is not a one-time event; however, it’s a continuous process that requires funding resources, planning, and an organized process to maintain and plan for its use. The Facilities Committee is a team of Elders, Volunteers and staff members. This team works tirelessly to ensure that the campus is kept safe, clean, well maintained, and is aesthetically pleasing for members and visitors. Focus areas include: General System Maintenance, Custodial, Meeting Space Scheduling, Campus Landscape, Campus Aesthetics, Facility Sustainment, Safety/Risk Management, Equipment and Systems Assessment, Supporting Events and Facility Volunteer Management.
Volunteer skills needed: mechanical, electrical, civil engineering, landscape and interior design and maintenance; plumbing, painting, carpentry, concrete, stucco, flooring repair and installation; facilities management, contract and project management; scheduling, drafting (AutoCADD), construction plan reading, building and fire code knowledge; commercial kitchen management, security, fire and ADA safety systems installation and management, solar electric and roofing maintenance. Openings for all areas available.
The care and maintenance of RB Community’s property can send a strong message to those who use it. We work to create a positive impact on RB Community members and the surrounding community in which we reside. Contact: Brad Kutzner jbkutzner@hotmail.com Gabby Martin gabby@rbcommunity.org , or Warren Johnson wbjohnson@sbcglobal.net
Family and Youth Committee *
The Family and Youth Ministries Committee is focused on the representation of young people and families in the church. This is achieved through physical and spiritual support of our young community members, families, and ministry team. We work together to facilitate connections within the church community and its resources, as well as to discern direction on important decisions affecting families and youth. This committee is seeking people who are willing to engage in family ministries and the larger congregation as a whole. Andy Watt awatt333@gmail.com
Hospitality *
The Hospitality Committee focuses on welcoming all people to the Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church campus. Hospitality staff and volunteers serve in many capacities to provide our church family and new friends fun, welcoming, Christ-centered activities at RB Community. Hospitality includes greeting for Sunday services, decorating our campus for the holidays, hosting appreciation lunches, new member brunch, Courtyard snacks on Sunday, serving at various events planned for all age groups, Breakfast in Bethlehem, Christmas Brunch and others. Other Hospitality coordinated events include annual Men’s and Women’s retreats, Easter Egg hunt for the kids and many other programs for fun, worship and fellowship. Volunteers are always welcome! Leah Brown leahb92123@gmail.com
Human Resources (HR)
Our Human Resource Committee (HR) exists to ensure policies, procedures and processes are current to support our employees and volunteers, as well as to keep everyone safe while on campus. Annually HR is also responsible for 1. preparing the compensation package of all employees for the church budget and 2. ensuring each employee gets a performance evaluation. We also strive to foster a positive work environment free of any reprisals, ensuring that each employee has someone in HR to whom he or she can go to voice confidentially an opinion or concern.
Members from the congregation with background in human resources and/or professional legal experience in labor laws, who are willing to serve on this committee, are encouraged to submit their interest, including applicable skills and experience, to the Chair’s email. As positions open, we will use this information to welcome new committee members. Mel Neville menevils@pacbell.net
Missions
The RB Community Missions Committee is chartered to help our church fulfill the Great Commission: to preach the Good News of Jesus Christ to every person and to make disciples of all the nations. We are a standing committee of the congregation which works to reach, serve and save God’s people beyond our church family through local mission outreach and mission/missionary support in communities beyond our reach. Ginger Stauffer/Terry Norwood missionscommittee@rbcommunity.org
Officer Nominating
The purpose of the Officer Nominating Committee (ONC) is to identify potential candidates for leadership as elders and deacons, to evaluate their qualifications, to discern the authenticity of their calling and to forward nominees to the congregation for approval. ONC is also responsible for soliciting nominations for and vetting two congregational representatives* for membership on the following year's ONC, presenting them to the congregation for its approval. In addition, Session may call the ONC to bring nominations to the congregations for other committees as needed. Scripture basis for ONC: Titus 1:5 Larry Martin larryjmartin1117@gmail.com
Preschool *
RB Community Church is blessed to have a preschool on our campus to serve the children and families in our community. RBCPC Preschool is committed to celebrating the uniqueness of each individual, actively engaging in our community, and showing God’s love in everything we do. Our Preschool embraces all children and families, values building meaningful relationships, and nurtures academic, social and spiritual growth. We believe children learn best through play. We are a state licensed and NAEYC accredited, non-profit preschool. We are a ministry of RB Community Church. Larry Martin larryjmartin1117@gmail.com
Stewardship*
The mission of the Stewardship committee is to establish a culture of generosity and use of resources (time, talent and treasure) and to make the congregation aware of the opportunities to share their resources in the life of our church. The committee strives to help individuals understand their role as stewards of God’s gifts, to promote stewardship related education and conversation within the church community, and to encourage active involvement in the church’s ministries and programs. All of these create a sense of community and shared responsibility and serve to promote God’s work within our church and community. Tom Insley thinsley@aol.com
Worship & Arts
The Worship and Arts Committee helps plan and develop worship and artistic programs. The committee works to support and strengthen worship and the arts within the church community. It serves as a link between the congregation, church staff, and Session in areas of worship, music, theater, and visual arts. The committee also provides education on PCUSA beliefs, worship symbols, and the role of art in the church. Rotating displays in the church’s art gallery offer opportunities for engagement and reflection. Led by Chair Robert Homer rhomerrhr@gmail.com
* Denotes that the committee has at-large, congregational openings for 2025.