The Raymond Village Community Church (United Church of Christ) installed four of its longtime members as Elders of the Church on Sunday, April 23 during the 10 a.m. worship service.
Though uncommon among United Church of Christ churches, the office of Elder has been part of the Raymond Village Church tradition for many years and is a formal way to show respect and to honor those who have served the Raymond Village Church and the community of Raymond for a long time. Those honored were Pauline Cadotte, Rita Gerry, Wayne Whitney, and Muriel Yeager. They received framed certificates and were congratulated at a special refreshment time following the service.
“The names of the new Elders were not publicly announced until Sunday morning. However, everyone agreed that those chosen have been enthusiastic and dedicated contributors to the life of the church for many, many years. It is an honor to recognize them for all the ways they have served the Raymond Village Church,” said Rev. Nancy Foran, church pastor.
Elders are selected by the Deacons and must be members in good standing of the Raymond Village Church who have shown a sustained interest in the church, still actively participate in its community and worship life, and who have served the church in a variety of ways through the years.
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