HUDSON MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Committees & Ministry Teams at Hudson:

Adult Education Committee
The Adult Ed Committee reports to the Session and does visioning and oversight of Hudson’s adult educational offerings. The Committee plans and presents an educational/fellowship program series during the summer months on Sundays at the 9:30 hour. We field proposals from individuals or groups in the church about potential adult educational activities, including book studies. 
Learn about our Adult program HERE.


Baby Ministry
Support the families that have recently welcomed a new child into their home.


Chancel Guild
These group members faithfully care for our Sanctuary, ensuring it is always welcoming, beautiful, and thoughtfully prepared for worship. From hanging paraments and banners to arranging flowers and candles throughout the year, they attend to every detail with care. Their dedication shines especially during the seasons of Advent, Lent, Easter, and Pentecost, when their hard work helps transform the Sanctuary and deepen our experience of worship.


Children's Committee
HMPC’s Children’s Ministry aims to create a warm, welcoming community where children can grow in faith, learn about God, and experience Christian fellowship through joyful activities and spiritual education. It offers engaging opportunities like Sunday School, family-oriented events, mission projects, and music programs designed to help kids discover and live out their faith in a caring environment. The ministry emphasizes connection, fun, and hands-on learning so children feel loved, supported, and part of the church family.
Learn about our Children's Ministry HERE.


Diaconate
The Book of Order describes Deacon Ministry as set forth in Scripture:  "One of compassion, witness, and service, sharing in the redeeming love of Jesus Christ ...".  To that end, one Deacon goal is "To extend the ministry of Hudson through care and compassion to all in our church family, with special attention to individuals and families dealing with chronic conditions, as well as those with acute situations and those grieving the loss of loved ones." 
Learn about our Deacons HERE.


Fellowship Committee
Plan and host events throughout the year
Learn about our many fellowship groups HERE.


Finance Team
A qualified group who helps with decisions related to giving, financial planning, and the church budget.


Foundation Board
The HMP Foundation’s mission and purpose is to invest and manage Memorial Gifts, Endowments, Bequests, and Contributions made to the Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Foundation with faithful stewardship to enable those funds to generate both income and growth to support near-term and future ministry needs of Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Learn more about the Foundation HERE.


Giving Ministry
This ministry plans, launches, and manages the church's giving campaigns.


Hudson Connects Team
HC works to assist new members to connect with the HMPC family. 
Interested in joining the church? Click HERE!


Sacristy Guild
A group that prepares, organizes servers, and cleans up communion for worship services.


Memorials Guild
The Memorial Services Guild offers support and assists the grieving family by planning many details surrounding a service for their loved one. We support the family before, during, and after the service.
Learn about memorial services HERE.


Mission Committee
The Mission Committee’s purpose is to connect the congregation with meaningful opportunities to serve and support others locally and globally. It helps identify, coordinate, and promote outreach partnerships, encourages hands-on service and generosity, and ensures the church’s mission aligns with its values and faith in action.
Learn about our Mission program HERE.


Mission, Vision, Values and Goals Team
The stated purpose of the MVVG Team is to annually review the church’s mission, vision, and values while regularly assisting Session in implementing actions to achieve the goals it sets every 2-3 years. This is accomplished through planning, facilitating, and monitoring with the Ministry Teams of Session.


Music Ministry
The mission of Music Ministry at Hudson Memorial Presbyterian is to provide opportunities for members of all ages to develop and share their musical gifts in the proclamation of the Gospel. The goal of the Music Ministry is to glorify God through music in worship and to offer a small group experience where joys and concerns may be shared and friendships nurtured.
Learn more about our Music Ministry HERE.


Nominating Committee
Responsible for gathering congregational nominations and creating the slate of new Elders and Deacons each year.


Office Volunteer Team
Our mission is to support the church office staff  5 mornings a week. We cover the front desk doing reception duties, answering the phone, welcoming visitors and signing for packages, helping with administrative tasks, stuffing welcome bags, and helping to organize and prepare the sanctuary for worship.


Personnel Committee
To review, develop and re-imagine personnel policies for our church family which are true to our Christian beliefs and consistent with applicable law; in addition, to provide leadership consultation and resources necessary to meet the needs and address the concerns of the congregation and our church staff.


Presbyterian Women
Presbyterian Women provides an opportunity for connection in small groups where study and fellowship are combined to support each other in both life and faith journeys. 
Learn more about PW HERE.


Preschool Board
Board of Directors for Hudson Memorial Preschool
Go to the Preschool website HERE.


Property Committee
Responsible for decisions and planning regarding upkeep or our campus, financial decisions about special projects, working with outside contractors, technology, and safety on campus.
Check out our Memorial Garden HERE
Check out our Labyrinth HERE


Session
The Session’s mission is to provide faithful, spiritual, and organizational leadership that supports Hudson Memorial Presbyterian Church’s worship, ministry, and witness in the world. Its purpose is to discern God’s direction for the congregation, ensure sound governance and stewardship, and guide the church through seasons of growth and transition with clarity, integrity, and care.
Learn more about our Session HERE.


Van Ministry
Our mission is to carry shoppers from Capital Towers to the Food Lion and back once a week (Tuesday mornings). Additionally, we oversee maintenance on the vans.


Welcoming Team
A group responsible for welcoming new folks into our community and bringing more exposure to Hudson.
Interested in joining the church? Click HERE!


Worship Team
Group that manages schedule of services, and makes decisions related to communion, music, liturgy, and worship.
Learn about our Worship services HERE.


Youth Committee
​Y​outh Ministry plays a vital role in the life of our church by nurturing the spiritual growth and faith development of our young people.  Through teaching, fellowship, service, and mentorship, this ministry provides a safe and supportive environment where youth can explore their faith, ask meaningful questions, and build a personal relationship with God.  This ministry encourages active participation in worship, service to others, and involvement in the broader life of the congregation, fostering a sense of belonging within the church community.
Learn about our Youth Ministry HERE.