For the past several months, our administrative committees have been prayerfully exploring a shift in how we organize leadership at First Church. We’re now ready to begin sharing that work with you—because it’s not just a structural change, it’s a spiritual one.

Why Simplified Leadership?

Simplified Leadership is a model that’s gaining traction across the United Methodist Church. Many congregations—and even entire conferences—have already made the transition. It replaces outdated, committee-heavy structures with a single, unified board focused on accountability, agility, and the church’s broader vision.