Thomas Truscott Pastor
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Alpine Community Church |
Thomas Truscott Pastor
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Some things we would like to tell you about the
Located at 2225 W. Victoria Drive in Alpine Mailing Address: P. O. Box 212 Alpine CA 919030212 Phone: 6194452110 email: acc1894@acc.sdcoxmail.com Web Site: www.alpinecommunitychurch.com
THIS CHURCH OFFERS YOU THE FOLLOWING: The FELLOWSHIP of a caring people who see you and themselves as children of God and seek to affirm this in each other.
An inclusive DENOMINATION The United Church of Christ looks forward to the unity of all of God’s people in making this world a better place to live and to preparing people for the fellowship of the next life.
church where all major decisions are made by the congregation, ie. the calling (election) of a pastor, buying and selling real estate, the annual budget, local church stands on social issues, and election of officers; based on one vote per member.
The SACRAMENTS: Baptism is available to people of all ages and all prior Christian baptisms are accepted as the valid outpouring of the grace of God. Holy Communion or the Lord’s Supper is celebrated at least once per month and open to all who worship or visit
with us.
The SCRIPTURES. It is not our feeling that we should tell you what to believe about the Bible, but we affirm that together and in prayer we can study, inwardly digest, and witness to what the scripture is telling us about our lives and the lives of all people who live in this wonderful world of God.
A MISSION. the mission statement adopted by our congregation in 1992:
Our mission as the Alpine community church is to serve God by creating an environment of fellowship following the teachings of Jesus Christ. We minister to the needs of our congregation and community, motivating ourselves with love, faith, and hope.
A commitment to YOUTH and their becoming followers of Jesus Christ as well as responsible world citizens.
A commitment to FAMILIES. Families include those who are married or unmarried, living together or apart, with or without children.
A commitment to those who are in ADVANCING YEARS and preparing themselves for their last faith journey.
A commitment to the community of ALPINE. we live here and therefore it is our duty to show those who live near us that we see them as worthy in the sight of God, regardless of their faith network or persuasion.
A commitment to CHRISTIAN UNITY. All who believe in Jesus Christ are welcome at the Lord’s Supper and we believe that we should work and organize together for the mighty work of God.
A commitment to INTERFAITH COOPERATION. All people are God’s people and it is our duty to promote harmony and trust rather than division among people.
WE HAVE ORGANIZED OURSELVES AS FOLLOWS: There is an ANNUAL MEETING where the congregation reviews the work of the past year, elects officers, and ratifies a budget which determines the programs that will be offered. SPECIAL MEETINGS can be called as needed, by both the leadership or individual members of the congregation. All members are informed ahead of time of such meetings.
PASTOR: the pastor is elected by the congregation and serves at the pleasure of the congregation. When a vacancy occurs a search committee is formed for the purpose of recommending a nominee to the congregation for election.
YOUTH DIRECTORS: Direct both a Senior High and Junior High Program including Sunday morning and week night programs.
OFFICE MANAGER: Functions as coordinator of the schedule, prepares correspondence, bulletins, newsletters and other documents, disburses funds with the direction of the Board of Trustees and serves as an information center for all church activities.
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Selected by the Board of Trustees on the recommendation of the Music Committee for the purpose of directing the church music program and providing music for the worship services.
OFFICERS, LEADERSHIP OF THE LAITY:
MODERATOR: Elected annually as presiding officer at congregational and Cabinet meetings; exoffico member of all boards and committees, appoints all officers that are not elected with the confirmation of the Cabinet. The VICE MODERATOR presides in the absence of the Moderator and assists the Moderator with his/her duties.
CLERK: Elected annually as the secretary of the congregation with the responsibility of keeping records of meetings, etc.
TREASURER: Elected annually as the person responsible for overseeing the disbursements of all church funds.
SECRETARY OF RECORDS: Elected annually with the responsibility of keeping the official membership records.
HISTORIAN: Appointed to keep a journal of all church events.
BOARDS: DEACONS: 10 members elected to 2year terms to assist the pastor with the spiritual growth of the church.
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION: 5 members elected to 3year terms to oversee the church’s educational ministry.
TRUSTEES: 5 members elected to 3year terms to oversee the property and financial affairs of the church.
OFFICIAL ORGANIZATIONS:
GUILD: Provides fellowship and programs on education and missions for the women of the church. The president is a member of the Church Cabinet.
YOUTH GROUP: Provides fellowship and programs on education and missions for the youth of the church. The leaders are members of the Church Cabinet.
STANDING COMMITTEES:
NOMINATING: The chair is elected at the annual meeting and serves with 2 other appointed members to prepare the annual slate of officers for election and to recommend persons to fill any vacancies.
MUSIC & WORSHIP: Provides oversight for the music program of the church.
A BRIEF HISTORY OF OUR CHURCH:
Chartered September 11, 1894 as a mission of the Congregational Church. We became a part of the United Church of Christ in 1957 when the Congregational Christian and the Evangelical and Reform Churches united.
BUILDINGS: Fuller Hall (The Little Brown Church in the Hills) was erected and dedicated in 1934 and was located where the present church building stands. It was moved to its present location and replaced by a new building which was dedicated in 1953. The Education Building was completed in 1961. The Larson House was built as a parsonage but has become the Administrative Office. Fuller Hall was enlarged and remodeled in 2002. We now carry a mortgage on this building which is slowly being paid off. A portion of the funds you pledge will go toward repaying the mortgage. This building is also available for wedding receptions and other private parties. The rental fees also go toward payment of our mortgage.
OUR CHURCH WORSHIP:
We worship regularly on Sunday morning at 9:00am with Holy Communion on the first Sunday of each month. That service and all other services are the responsibility of the Pastor and the Board of Deacons. Special Services are held throughout the year on religious holidays and other days of significance to the congregation. Weddings, funeral and memorial services, baptisms, special blessings for persons and property are all scheduled in consultation with the Pastor as they are requested. Wedding and funeral coordinators are available to assist families as needed. The music program of the church including a chancel choir, is an important part of all church worship.
OUR CHURCH EDUCATION:
The Church School assembles with the congregation at worship and leaves after the opening worship and a story sermon. Special programs are scheduled throughout the year including Bible Studies and Confirmation Classes.
OUR CHURCH MISSION:
The church supports the mission of the United Church of Christ, the San Diego County Ecumenical Council, the Alpine Ministerial Association, FISH and other charities designated by the Board of Deacons. It also provides space for community organizations such as 12step programs, scouts and others to meet.
Good citizenship, religious freedom and expression, nonviolent prophetic witness on behalf of justice, and respect for the individual’s right of privacy, providing it doesn’t violate the constitutional rights and safety of others; are keystones for American society. This church supports and encourages its members to be collectively and individually involved in insuring that these social values are maintained.
YOU CAN BECOME A MEMBER OF THIS CHURCH BY:
Transfer of membership from another church. An expression of faith and reception of baptism. Reaffirmation of faith. Affiliate Membership while attending this church yet retaining membership in another church.
“WE ARE GROWING A GIVING CHURCH!”
