MISSION
To provide a lifelong program of Christian education that will enable members of all ages to learn the Scriptures and Lutheran teaching and apply them in their daily lives.

MEMBERSHIP
The committee will consist of a minimum of five members of the congregation, including at least one council member, and the superintendent(s), ratified by the Congregation Council.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan ongoing, regular educational experiences that will appeal to all segments of the congregation.
• Plan special events that promote and encourage all members to participate in the education program.
• Plan opportunities for members to learn about the needs of people throughout the church and the world, including such areas of concern as global mission and hunger awareness.
• Coordinate recruitment of volunteer leaders and teachers for the congregation's education program.
• Provide ways for the congregation to recognize and thank the people who volunteer to teach and lead in the education program.
• Review available curricula and other educational materials and select those that will be used in the education program of the congregation, giving special attention to those from the publishing house of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
• Give special attention to the educational programs that support faith development and involvement in the life of the church, such as confirmation ministry, early childhood, Lutheran heritage, and family support programs.

TIME COMMITMENT

The term of service is normally one year, renewable. The committee meets monthly or as needed.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

• The committee will provide regular reporting of its accomplishments and recommendations to the Congregation Council.
• The committee will prepare a written report for the annual congregational meeting.
• The committee will submit an annual budget request.