DEACONS

In 2024, our Class of 2024 included Jane Gwyn, Ross Brownley, Linda MacAskill and Ellie Bilz. The Class of 2025 included Elly Cleaver, Patty Welles and Steve Swartzbaugh, and Don Stabler, who continued as the Moderator. The Class of 2026 included Lois Kime, Leslie Casteel, Sarah Kirk and Mary Ann Remaley. Linda MacAskill resigned in October, and no replacement was made, since it was close to end of year. Elly Cleaver was our representative on the Nominating Committee. Sarah Kirk was our Deacon in charge of contacting member families with new babies, our “Baby” Deacon. We continued to have contact with our Care Receivers, coordinated meals and transportation for members when needed, distributed flowers and cards, and provided the Easter Brunch. We invited members to become volunteers for meals and transportation and updated those lists. Jane Gwyn completed her second 3-year term on Deacons, and Ross Brownley completed his first term, but declined to continue. Linda MacAskill was at the end of her first term when she moved. We thank them for all their dedicated service to the Deacons and GPC. Ellie Bilz agreed to continue into her second 3-year term. We will continue to fulfill our responsibilities and serve our members as we are able throughout 2025. Don Stabler, Moderator

To learn more about Deacons or to inquire about receiving Deacon assistance, contact the church office at 717-334-1235.