Church Organizations
The Church Council coordinates Board Activities and develops church functions. It advises the ministers on the general direction of the Church and cooperates with them in the formation of a well-rounded program
The Board of Trustees has the care and custody of the property and funds of the Church and its financial affairs, including the investment of funds
The Diaconate is responsible, along with the ministers, for the spiritual life and growth of the Church. The Diaconate prepares and serves the elements in the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. The deaconate calls upon Church members and their families whenever a call is needed or whenever requested by the ministers.
The Board of Christian Education appoints the Church School Superintendent(s). The Board, with the assistance of the Ministerial staff, develops and plans for the education and recreation of all age groups of the Church.
The Board of Christian Outreach administers the Church’s benevolent work both at home and abroad. It recommends to what churches, schools, councils, conferences, organizations or individuals all benevolent funds are to be distributed.
The Membership Board, in cooperation with the ministers, is responsible for the recruitment and recommendation of new members for the Church. The Board sees that each new member is helped to find his or her place in the life of the Church.
The Board of Ushers assures that there are there is a full complement of ushers at each Sunday’s worship service.
The Music Board acts in an advisory capacity to the Minister and Board of Trustees on music department employment and personnel and determines the general music policy of the Church.
All women members of Pilgrim church are automatically members of the Auxiliary. There are seven Guilds organized on the basis of friendship and common interest, offering support in the Auxiliary and the church. Auxiliary meetings are held the first Tuesday of each month from October through June. This is a time for learning, inspiration, entertainment, and fellowship. Women are invited to visit any or all guilds, and join one for the enjoyment found in the fellowship of a smaller group.
The Women’s Auxiliary provides a one-day (Saturday) semi-annual Rummage Sale in April and October that has become a mainstay of the Pomona Valley. The funds raised from these events are used in a large part to the support of Pilgrim Church through the operations budget, youth and music programs and building and facilities maintenance programs.
The Auxiliary gives a substantial amount to selected local, national and international outreach programs.
The Pilgrim Memorial Library was founded and maintained by the Library Committee, a division of the Auxiliary.
The Auxiliary also coordinates providing Sunday morning sanctuary flowers as a memorial or to commemorate a special event. They also arrange for Poinsettias at Christmas and Lilies at Easter.
Pilgrim Memorial Library is a general service library operating under the auspices of the Women’s Auxiliary. Church members have access to the library on Sunday and on weekdays when the church office is open. Monthly circulation averages 200. Total inventory is about 3,000 volumes. About 20 new books are selected by the Library Committee each month and purchased with monies donated by Pilgrim Library Partners and memorial gifts. Special sections provide books for young adults, large print books and books on tape.
A.T. Richardson Children’s Library
Children's books are shelved in attractive displays to attract children's attention and encourage them to find and read a book of interest to them. Adult assistant librarians supporting young readers.
Side-by-Side Club was organized in 1948 as a group for married couples of Pilgrim Church who felt there was a devout need to bring themselves together in service to the church and community. "It was realized that in our united service, we shall come to a fuller realization of our own personalities and capacities."
In year 2000, the club opened its membership to anyone who wishes to join. The club membership of approximately 50 is currently comprised of ⅓ singles and ⅔ married couples. Each member is assigned to one of four "crews" so that they may get to know each better in a smaller group. The crews meet periodically for social outings and to plan the programs for an upcoming evening.
The club gathers on the second Saturday evening of each month with the exception of July and August. The evening normally consists of a meal, a short business meeting and an informational program presented by a member or guest.