Governing Board

2022 Governing Board
​ELECTED TO ROLE
  • Treasurer – Mike Jakolat (1 year remaining in current term – rolls off at end of 2022)
  •  Financial Secretary – Joan Blasko (1 year remaining in current term– rolls off at end of 2022)
APPOINTED BY ELDERS
  • Elder Representative – Mike Bandman
​ELECTED TO GOVERNING BOARD
President to be elected from amongst At-Large members (OPEN)
  • At-Large Member #1/Secretary – Lynn Faitsch (1-year term – rolls off at end of 2022)
  • At-Large Member #2 – Monte Stoltzman (1-year term – rolls off at end of 2022)
  • At-Large Member #3/President – Stephanie Bunnell (2-year term – rolls off at the end of 2023)  
  • At-Large Member #4 – Holly Traynor (2-year term – rolls off at the end of 2023)  
  • At-Large Member #5 – Lazaro Mathayo (3-year term – rolls off at end of 2024) 
  • At-Large Member #6 – Carla Thompson (3-year term – rolls off at end of 2024) 

Board of Elders

2022 Board of Elders: elders@bethelgurnee.or​g
  • Mike Bandman
  • Bob Souza
  • Paul DeLassus
  • Jack Warneke
  • Elder#5 (OPEN) 
  • Elder#6 (OPEN)
  • Elder#7 (OPEN)
  • Elder #8 (OPEN)
STRUCTURE
  • Board of Elders requires six or more Elected elders.
  • The Elders are divided into three separate teams: Spiritual Oversight, Worship, and Discipleship. The Elders may recruit and train other volunteers from the congregation to serve with them.
  • Chairman and Secretary should be elected from the Board of Elders to serve a 1-year term beginning on January 1st. 
  • The Board of Elders appoints one Elder to serve on the Governing Board. 
  • The Board of Elders appoints two elders to serve on the Human Resources Board ​

Human Resources Board

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Human Resources (HR) Board, overseen by the Board of Elders, meets as needed to fulfill its responsibilities:
  • Review, approve and recommend to the Governing Board the compensation, benefits and vacation arrangements for the staff, including, but not limited to, the Pastor, office staff, Preschool Director, teachers, musicians, and any other staff.
  • Develop and maintain a staff organization chart.
  • Develop and maintain an Employee Handbook to ensure compliance with all laws and fair treatment for all staff.
  • Establish a performance review procedure for all staff.
  • Develop any other policies and procedures necessary to provide for the needs of the staff.
  • Serve as a primary resource for employees experiencing conflicts in the workplace.
  • Ensure all information discussed in Human Resources Board meetings is kept confidential.
​HR LEADERSHIP
The Chair of the Human Resources Board shall be elected by the Board from among its board members:
  • Elder #1, appointed by the Board of Elders: TBD
  • Elder #2, appointed by the Board of Elders: TBD
  • Congregation member #1, appointed by the Board of Elders: OPEN
  • Congregation member #2, appointed by the Board of Elders: OPEN
  • Member of the Governing Board, appointed by the President: TBD
  • Voting member of the Preschool Board, appointed by the Preschool Board: TBD
  • The Pastor (Advisory Member)

Altar Guild

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Altar Guild contributes to Bethel by creating an inspirational and spiritual atmosphere in which congregants may worship.
​LEADERSHIP
The Altar Guild works together as a team; members are appointed and overseen by the Board of Elders.
​ALTAR GUILD MEMBERS
  • Sheila Bunnell
  • Dawn Werfelmann    
  • Open 
  • Margie Tatgenhorst
  • Linda Moran
  • Open

Property Board

  • Chair: Monte Stoltzman (2022-2023)
  • Board Members: 
    • Don Heidlauf
    • Warren Regnier
    •  Al Diercks
    • Norm Balliet
    • Kenny Hessel

Board of Christian Education

  • Chair: Ann Souza (2022-2023)
  • Board Members: 
    • Vice-Chair: (OPEN)
    • SS Superintendent: Emily Schaefer
    • SS Superintendent: Jose Rayos 
    • VBS Director: (OPEN) 
    • Bible Study Coordinator: (OPEN)
    • At-Large Member: (OPEN)
    • At-Large Member: (OPEN)
    • Pastor (Advisory Member)
  • Sunday School Teachers: Dan Novacek, Erin Novacek, Cindy Daluga, Karen Kozlik, Claudine Rayos, Michelle Bereczky, Jose Rayos, Aaron Fleming, Diane Sanders, Carla Thompson, Ann Souza 
  • Bible Study Leaders: Pastor
  • Confirmation Lay Leaders: Cindy Daluga, Sara Pipia, Yassi Moringe, Jon Kreamer

Preschool Board

  • ​​Chair: Kathy DeLassus (2021-2022)
  • Board Members:
    • Karen Kozlik (2021-2022)
    • Sue Frendreis (2022-2023)
    • Emily Schaefer (2022-2023)
    • Board Member - OPEN
    • Parent Representative - OPEN 
    • Donna Stutzman, Director (Advisory Member) 
    • Pastor (Advisory Member)

Generosity Team

  • Chair: OPEN 
  • Team Members: Linda Moran, Elizabeth Blasko

Board of Young Peoples Programs

  • Chair: Jodi Megerle
  • Team Members: Alicia Kazarian & Susan Squires

Care in Community Team

  • Chairs: Dave & Cheryl Ross
  • Team Members: Cindy Daluga, Diane Boehm, Sue Bandman, Kathy DeLassus, Teresa Flowers, Sue Frendreis, Sue Hessel, Carla Thompson, Susan Squires ​

Disciple Care Team

  • Disciple Care Coordinator: Cindy Daluga
  • Team: Erin Novacek, Emily Schaefer, Paul DeLassus, Sue Bandman

Financial Counters

  • Counters: Monte Stoltzman, Dave Ross, Cheryl Ross, Mary Kay Ames, Joan Blasko, Margie Tatgenhorst, Diane Sanders, Chris Mason

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