
If you are new to Paoli Presbyterian Church, this is the best place for you to start learning about us. From this page you can get a sampling of all the wonderful things that are happening in this community of faith.
Worship & Music
Christian Education
Mission & Outreach
Our Missions in Action




Transform Capital Campaign
PPC recently completed a $3 million project that included renovating our sanctuary, adding a much needed elevator, and enclosing a patio to form our new Gathering Space. During construction, we relocated our worship services to Forrester Hall (our gym) and moved to a single blended service. Remarkably, much of the fund-raising for this project was conducted during the COVID-19 quarantine era. About 97% of the project cost was covered by member pledges.
Leadership
Board of Deacons
Moderator
Linda Hassett
Class of 2023
Marti Engle
Charlotte Fitzpatrick
Jill Gallagher
Tom Gallagher
Linda Hassett
Wendy Kelly
Paige Merten
Toni Perrone
Lois Wiggins
Class of 2024
Nancy Chace
Gail Infield
Ann Plambeck
Class of 2025
Linda S Clay
Nancy D’Angelo
Joy Dodge
Lee Guertin
Lori L Gordon
Tony LaRocca
Kelly Mowery
Mary Beth Siverling
Butch Stanton
Ruling Elders
Clerk of Session
Donna Russell
Class of 2023
Jim Burke
Scott Hatherill
Donna MacKinley
Jeff Rocke
Class of 2024
Kim Beggs
Kelly Farrell
Robin McConnell
Curt Siverling
Class of 2025
Kimberly MacDonald-Brown
Rob Rinaldo
Betsy Sautter
Barry Webster
How PPC Dealt With COVID-19
Who We Are

How Our Strategic Ends Work Together
Governance
Our governance model is somewhat unique as compared to other congregations in PC(USA). In many churches the Session and its Committees hold the authority for all decisions. At Paoli Pres, our Session delegates most of the decision-making authority to the pastors, retaining predominantly strategic and oversight roles. This approach frees Session from most day-to-day decisions, allowing them to focus on our strategic direction. At the same time it gives our pastors latitude to make efficient operational decisions within the guidlines established by Session. The Finance & Stewardship Committee is the only Session committee, as our Personnel Team serves in a consulting role to the pastors.
Growing Together
PPC’s Session and staff have launched an exciting initiative called Growing Together, which is being applied to all of our programming. Inspired by Fuller Youth Institute's video series based on the book Growing Young, the purpose and goal of Growing Together is to spark renewed engagement in the church by creating a culture that prioritizes and welcomes young people and builds bridges across the congregation to strengthen intergenerational relationships. There are four areas of focus proposed for consideration and action:
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Culture and Leadership
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Worship and Music
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Outreach and Visibility
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Programs, Activities and Events