Trinity Lutheran Church of Broken Arrow

Our Boards

Our Boards

Ministry Opportunities

“The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve,

and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

(Jesus in Matthew 20:28, New International Version)

The Constitution and By-Laws of Trinity outline how decisions are to be made and set up boards that lead and encourage the congregation in ministry to its members, the community and the world. Serving on these boards gives members an opportunity to follow the example of Jesus, who lived His life in service to us.

Board of Elders

The Board of Elders is a group of men assigned the task of assisting the Pastor in overseeing the spiritual welfare of the congregation. Accordingly, they assist in worship and administering the sacraments, exercise church discipline, assist in teaching, make monthly member visits, and oversee the membership roles. There is one elder assigned for every 20-30 families, generally by geographic location.

Board of Education

The Board of Education has three main ministries for which it has oversight duties. A Director and Assistant Director for each ministry administer the Sunday School and Midweek ministries. These individuals recruit and train individuals to serve as teachers, as well as performing weekly administrative functions. The church librarian is also a member of the Board of Education and strives to keep the church library in an efficient working order through cataloging and maintaining records of the library’s holdings.

Board of Children’s Ministry

The Board of Children’s Ministry is involved in spreading the Good News to a wide age range of children through ministries such as the Nursery, Children’s Church, VacationBibleSchool, the Children’s Christmas Service, and the Children-4-Christ fellowship group. Individuals (adults and teens) may serve in such capacities as care givers in the nursery, teachers and helpers for VBS and Children’s Church, and organizing Children-4-Christ activities. If you love the Lord and love working with children, or if you have children, your involvement is anticipated and welcome.

Board of Youth Ministry

Trinity’s Youth Ministry provides monthly activities for all youth starting in the second grade through high school. The groups are divided as follows: Kids-4-Christ (1^st, 2^nd & 3^rd grades), Youth-4-Christ (4^th, 5^th, & 6^th grades), Juniors-4-Christ (7^th & 8^th grades), and Seniors-4-Christ (9^th through 12^th grades). Each group has at least two counselors who oversee scheduling and participation in all activities. These activities provide spiritual growth, service to the community and the congregation, and fellowship with one another.

Board of Evangelism

The Board of Evangelism trains and motivates individuals to share in the mission of making disciples of all nations. The board encourages, educates and involves members in the areas of personal witnessing, reaching the non-churched of our community and mission work throughout the world. The board is also responsible for the assimilation of new members into the life of the church.

Board of Parish Fellowship

The goal of the Board of Parish Fellowship is to promote and strengthen spiritual and social fellowship among all members of our church family and guests they bring with them. The Board plans meals for our midweek program (Jesus And Me). The Board also plans fellowship events in the congregation in which people can get to know others and develop friendships. FRIENDS offers opportunities for adult members of the church to meet one another.

Board of Stewardship

The Board of Stewardship includes a Director, the church Treasurer, the church Financial Secretary and at least one other member. In addition to being responsible for the financial records of the congregation, members of this board assist the Pastor in implementing stewardship education in the congregation, the annual Stewardship campaign, and maintaining current Time and Talent Records indicating members’ desire to give of themselves in service to God and His church.

Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees represent the congregation in all legal matters, ensure that all buildings and property of the congregation are kept in good working order and repair, and make emergency repairs and replacements for equipment. The Board is to review annually the adequacy of all insurance and bonding needs of the congregation, initiating steps necessary to provide adequate coverage. The Trustees set all policies and fees for rental, use of church properties.

Board of Social Ministry

Social Ministry is the demonstration of a Christian attitude towards others by meeting the daily needs of our members, those in our community, and people throughout the world. The Board provides meals for needy members. It also promotes ministries in the community, such as Broken Arrow Neighbors, MENDPregnancyCenter, John 3:16 and others.