Conference Committees
With the exception of the Communications Committee, all committee members are elected by the General Conference, unless a member’s conference role (such as conference treasurer) necessitates their presence as a standing member of that committee. Changes in committee membership should be reported to the JCRB webmaster (Home/Contact Us).
Communication Committee
JCR #93 authorized the formation of a Communications Department, initially comprised of three divisions. Directors are appointed by the conference president, and may organize sub-divisions as needed. The Communications Department is managed by the Communications Committee, with the conference vice-president acting as chairperson. As the communication needs of the Conference grow, so also do the roles and membership of each division.
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Priest Duane Newman, Director
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Priest David Frye
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Priest Will Howen
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Elder Rob Sinclair
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Sister Barbra Jordison
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Youth Media Corp
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Sister Holly McLean, Chair
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Seventy Gary Whiting, Director
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Beacon Subcommittee
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Seventy Gary Whiting, Editor
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Sister Barbra Jordison
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High Priest Chuck Perry
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Sister Joy Muir
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High Priest Rudy Leutzinger
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Sister Tara Broadway
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Priest Warren Bennett
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Elder Kent Pedersen
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Seventy Hugh Caldwell
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Sister Vie Madsen
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Sister Wendi Muir
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Sister Kathy Akers
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Sister Genie Simmons
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Sister Sandy Whiting
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Observer Subcommittee
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Sister Barbra Jordison, Editor
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Sister Tara Broadway
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Sister Janice Jordison
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Sister Brenda Evans
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Elder Sherrie Wages
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| Publications Division* |
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Elder Steve Marshall, Director
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Sister Tara Broadway (Design)
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Sister Karen Baker (Production)
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Sister Joy Muir
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Priest Warren Bennett
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Elder Rob Sinclair
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*This division is currently forming. To suggest committee members or volunteer, contact Steve Marshall using the email link above, or (816) 809-5149.
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Credentials Committee
The purpose of this committee is to review applications from delegates and members wishing to participate in the conference. Members help the Recorder maintain membership records. The Conference Recorder serves as committee chair, with committee members elected to two-year terms.
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Standing Members
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High Priest Ron Vermeland, Chair (Recorder)
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High Priest Rudy Leutzinger (Secretary)
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Elected Members
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Elder Steve Marshall (term expires 2013)
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Elder Jack Evans (term expires 2013)
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Elder Michael Beam (term expires 2012)
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Religious Education Committee
This committee, to be chaired by an elder, was first authorized by JCR#57 to provide Sunday School materials for restoration branches. A resolution proposed to the 2010 General Conference (2010-8) brought awareness that this committee had not been adequately publicized. This same conference then elected additional members to help revise and develop curricula which could be offered to restoration branches as an option for helping educate youth and members in the doctrine of Christ’s church.
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Appointed Member
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Elder Jim Vun Cannon, Chair
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Elected Members
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Sister Cheri Cruickshank
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Sister Genie Simmons
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Sister Janice Williams
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Sister Joan Vun Cannon
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Elder Kerry Lancaster
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Sister Paula Wilson
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Sister Raylene Buckles
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Sister Sande Cromwell
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Deacon Steve LaHue
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Sister Tara Broadway
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Finance Committee
The chairperson for this committee is the Conference Treasurer. This committee works with the bishopric, and helps oversee the conference budget.
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Standing Members
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Elder Rob Sinclair, Chair (Treasurer)
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Bishop Carl Cedarstrom
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Elected Members
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High Priest Bob Giertz
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Elder Elmer Rawlins
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Elder Rob Sinclair
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Logistics Committee
The purpose of this committee is to coordinate the behind-the-scenes activates that provide facilities, information, publicity and other considerations needed to implement General and US national conferences. Committee members work to publicize conference details to branches and the public.
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Missionary Funding Committee
The purpose of this committee is to oversee the use of funds for projects and trips approved by the Seventy, and includes a representative from the Bishopric, High Priests, Elders, and Seventy. The committee reviews trip reports and ensures full accountability for missionary-use finances.
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Designated Members
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Elder Tony Durant (Bishopric Designee)
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High Priest Dean Falconer (High Priest Designee)
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Elder Jack Evans (Elder Designee)
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Seventy Bill Leutzinger (Seventy Designee)
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Rules and Resolutions Review Committee
This committee was appointed by the 2009 General Conference to study the rules of the RLDS, and make recommendations to the General Conference. They conduct their review using the 1952 Rules of the RLDS.
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High Priest Rudy Leutzinger, Chair (Secretary)
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Other Members
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Ken Simmons (Committee Secretary)
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Member Volunteers
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Women's Committee
This committee was first authorized by the US National Conference; their purpose to provide ministry and growth opportunities to women members in the US. Committee members have also provided classes in Africa. The 2010 General Conference voted to recognize this as an international conference committee. To date, members have provided ministry primarily in the US, however it is anticipated they will work with women of all nations to help meet the needs of the international community of restoration women. See their website for more information!
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Elected Members
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Sister Barbara Giertz, Chair
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Sister April Richardson
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Sister Karen Blakeney
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Sister Holly Milford
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Sister Shellie Vun Cannon
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Sister Karen Bates
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Sister Debbie Newman
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Youth Activities Committee
Established in 2009 with JCR#96, this committee is responsible for planning and promoting events for conference youth, including camps and retreats, as well as youth activities connected with general and national conferences. Committee membership is staggered, with 50% of members elected annually to serve a two-year term.
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Elected Members
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Sister Debbie Silver, Chair (expires 2013)
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Priest Brian Durant (expires 2013)
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Sister Sara Buckles (expires 2013)
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Elder David Hasselman (expires 2012)
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Sister Jani Thomas (expires 2012)
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Sister Lisa Newman (expires 2012)
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