Action Teams

Follen’s 7 Action Teams

Buildings and Grounds Action Team laying a new brick "dedication" sidewalk.
Taking action: B&G Action Team lays a new brick “dedication” sidewalk in front of the church.

Buildings and Grounds (BGAT)

BGAT takes care of Follen’s physical plant and organizes clean-up days.

Community & Hospitality (CHAT)

The Community and Hospitality Action Team (CHAT) is all about having fun at Follen. It includes the Social Events Committee, which handles Coffee Hour every week and puts on fabulous Follen events; the Membership Committee, which helps the membership director welcome newcomers, connect new members, and keep existing members happy; and Adult Programs, which puts on events like the Food for Thought series.

Financial & Human Resources (FHRAT)

The financial and human resources action team oversees Follen’s funds and staffing.

Pastoral Care (PCAT)

The Pastoral Care Action Team (PCAT) provides caring, spiritual, and practical opportunities to deepen connections at Follen.

Religious Education (REAT)

The Religious Education Action Team (REAT) is made up of Follen members and friends who love our young people! In collaboration with our DRE, the team sets goals and objectives for our youth programming, assists with reviewing and selecting curricula, and recruits and trains volunteer teachers/advisors. In addition, the team helps families make connections and build relationships through monthly meet-ups for games and a light lunch during Coffee Hour. We are always happy to welcome new members!

Social Justice (SJAT)

SJAT organizes Follen’s many Social Justice programs, including (among many others):

  • Follen Responds to Racism
  • The Partner Church
  • Welcoming Congregation Coordinating Committee
  • Urban Ministry collaborations

Worship & Music (WMAT)

The Worship and Music Action Team supports the work of the worship and music staff in shaping worship services, music (both in and out of worship), and special events and performances. Meeting monthly, the team works closely with the minister, lay leadership, and the music director to assure thoughtful, inspiring worship in the life of the church.

Action Team Contact Information

For more information about these teams, see their description in Follen’s bylaws.