How We Run

Shared Ministry Overview

At All Souls we follow the Dan Hotchkiss’ model of policy governance. In this shared ministry model the church board focuses on setting broad policies and long-term goals, while the day-to-day operations are overseen by the minister and staff. In practical terms this leads to Ministry Teams and Board Committees.

Infographic illustrating the governance structure connecting the ministry, board, staff, and congregation at All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church

Family sitting in pews reading together from a program during worship service

Ministry Teams

Ministry Teams are led by staff, sometimes in conjunction with lay leaders. These teams are formed, grow, and contract based on the needs and mission of the congregation.

For a current list of our Ministry Teams, please click on the button below:

List of Ministry Teams

Board Committees

Governance Committee

The Governance Committee functions in a supervisory role toward the board itself providing oversight to board functions.

Contact: Julia VanDeren president@allsoulsindy.org

Capital Campaign Team

A Capital Campaign Team is assembled in years when All Souls conducts a capital campaign.

Contact: Betty Lynch
office@allsoulsindy.org

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee assists the Board of Trustees in its oversight of the congregation’s finances and maintains oversight of the Endowment.

Contact: Tom Miller treasurer@allsoulsindy.org

Facility Planning Committee

The Facility Planning Committee is charged with creating and maintaining a long-range maintenance plan for the All Souls building.

Contact: Bruce Russell Jayne
office@allsoulsindy.org

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee regularly reviews and keeps current the All Souls’ Personnel Manual, establishing and revising personnel policies as needed.

Contact: Babette Miller
office@allsoulsindy.org

Property Use and Development Task Force

The Property Use and Development Task Force is charged with researching options and developing a plan to generate additional income streams through the use of All Souls’ property.

Contact: Julia VanDeren president@allsoulsindy.org

Stewardship Committee

The Stewardship Committee builds and fosters a spirit of generosity at All Souls-generosity of time, talent, and treasure.

Contact: Ellen Mathia president@allsoulsindy.org

Committees with these icons are actively seeking volunteers

Leadership and Nominations Overview

The Leadership and Nominations Committee is responsible for nominating Board Officers and Trustees for election at the Spring Congregational meeting and facilitating member leadership development to ensure consistent church lay leadership. Committee members serve three year terms and are elected at the Fall Congregational meeting. The minister and a board representative also serve on the committee.