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Committees

Committees are the engines that drive the work we do at McKinley. We are always in need of volunteers, whether to sit on committees or to help host special events sponsored by McKinley. Some committees operate under the governance of the McKinley Foundation Board; others operate under the governance of the McKinley Church Session; and even more are joint committees of both organizations. You do not need to be a church member to participate on any of the foundation or joint committees, and many of the church committees as well. If you are interested in finding out how you can help, please contact the committee chair or staff liaison. You may also fill out this volunteer interest form.

Artists’ Alley (Foundation): Assist in the promotion and selection of artists and exhibits to be displayed in our new art space. Other duties may include planning exhibit opening receptions and assistance with installations. No formal art background is necessary. Meets as needed.

Committee Chairs: Masumi Iriye, Barbara England
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Buildings and Grounds (Joint): Oversee all activities associated with the operation, maintenance, safety and security of all buildings, grounds, furnishings and equipment, except items expressly the responsibility of another committee. Meets the second Wednesday of each month at 5:15 PM.

Committee Chair: Margo Chaney
Staff Liaison: Jennifer Wetzel

Christian Education (Church): Select and implement curriculum for weekly preschool and elementary Sunday school. Organized service projects for children and youth. Plan family social events. Supervise volunteer and paid childcare workers. Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM.

Chair: Sara McHenry
Staff Liaison: Sara McHenry

Compassion, Peace and Justice (Joint): Organize events and workshops around key social justice issues such as race and racism, gun violence, immigration, LGBTQ issues, and environmental justice. The Compassion, Peace, and Justice Committee is also responsible for the Garden Hills Food Pantry. Meets the third Monday of each month at 5:45 PM.

Committee Chairs: David Griffiths, Adani Sanchez
Staff Liaison: Heidi Weatherford

Communications and Outreach (Church): Plans and coordinates Church communications including the website, weekly newsletters, social media, and more. This also includes both internal communications, as well as outreach to the wider community. Meets monthly on 2nd Wednesdays at 12:30 PM.

Committee chair: Lara Hebert
Staff Liaison: Heidi Weatherford

Fellowship Care (Church): Coordinates food, fun and fellowship for many church events.  This includes a Sunday morning Coffee Hour, dinners for Thanksgiving and Palm Sunday, summer ice cream socials, and receptions for special recognitions. It also supports and nurtures the congregation through a Meal Train, a Share the Care program for members in need of short and long term care, receptions for memorial services, and phone calls, gift baskets, letters and visits of encouragement.

Committee Chair: Barbara England
Staff Liaison: Sara McHenry

Film (Foundation): Assist in the promotion and selection of films to be screened. Other duties may include organizing panel discussions around a film. Meets the second Monday of each month at 12:00 PM.

Committee Chair: David Oliver-Holder
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Finance (Church): Review financial reports and develop the budget, budget guidelines, and internal controls. Meets quarterly.

Committee Chair: Asami Endo
Staff Liaison: Jennifer Wetzel

Finance (Foundation): Review financial reports and develop the budget, budget guidelines, and internal controls. Meets quarterly.

Committee Chair: Mike Cain
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Fund Development (Foundation): Develop and implement the McKinley Foundation’s fundraising strategy. Plan fundraising events, such as the Social Justice Awards dinner. Manage the McKinley scholarship programs. Meets as needed.

Committee Chair: Carrie Chandler
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Green Team (Joint): Connect the McKinley community’s practices and traditions with concerns and solutions for our shared land, water, and air, and justice for our neighbors. Educate and motivate our community to incorporate environmental consciousness into all activities, and celebrate accomplishments. Meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 12:00 PM.

Committee Chair: Jenna Frye
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Nominating (Church): Responsible for communicating about and recruiting interested candidates to serve on the Church Session, ensuring continuity, diverse representation, and active participation in the Life, Coordination, and Unity of the Church. Meets as needed.

Committee Chair: 
Staff Liaison: Heidi Weatherford

Nominating (Foundation): Communicates board volunteer opportunities and articulates the skills and experience needed for specific board roles. This committee is responsible for developing a comprehensive and strategic slate of candidates that meets the current and future needs of the Foundation. Additionally, this committee is responsible for board succession planning to ensure the continued strength and continuity of the Board of Directors. Meets as needed.

Committee Chair: Sandra Klitzing
Staff Liaison: Paula Hancock

Personnel (Joint): The functions of the Personnel Committee include hiring and firing of staff, conducting annual evaluations, drafting and/or revising personnel policies for board approval, reviewing job descriptions, annually reviewing staff salaries, and reviewing the benefits package. Meets the second Thursday of each month at 12:15 PM.

Committee Chair: Nancy Westcott
Staff Liaisons: Paula Hancock, Heidi Weatherford

Student Outreach (Joint): Plan and host events to welcome students to the life of McKinley and to empower them to see the importance of social justice through service, e.g., student dinners, mission/service trip, local community service projects, holiday celebrations. Meets as needed.

Committee chair: Jane Cain
Staff Liaison: Heidi Weatherford

*Meeting times are subject to change.

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McKinley Church and Foundation

Mailing Address:
410 E. Daniel St.
Champaign, IL 61820

Sanctuary Address:
801 S. Fifth St.
Champaign, IL 61820

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Contact the church:
217-344-0297
office@mckinleycu.org

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