Church Profile

N3697 County Road EE Waupun, WI 53963

p. 920.346.5505

office@altoreformedchurch.org www.altoreformedchurch.org

12.26.19

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Why You Will Love Alto…

Our mission is clear. Our mission is to know Jesus and make Jesus known.

Our ministries are multi-generational. Our ministries include members of every generation. We encourage each person to use his or her spiritual gifts.

Our church really is a caring family. Because we have a strong sense of community, love, and respect, we extend the love of Jesus to those around us.

Our history inspires us toward faithful living. Many of the families that founded our church are still here, faithfully serving, growing, and reaching out to the world.

Our foundation is God’s Word. We are nothing without Christ, and we believe the Bible is the Word of God.

Our generosity has enabled us to do more. Our church also acknowledges the size of the mission field and responds generously.

Our leadership is strong and healthy. We are blessed to have strong leaders serving on our consistory, staff, and volunteering in our church and community.

Our community is a great place to live. Our church is in a rural setting located in the town of Alto, WI.

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Our mission is clear.

We resonate with Paul when he said, “I want to know Christ…” (Philippians 3:10) and “It has always been my ambition to preach the gospel where Christ was not known.” (Romans 15:20) Our mission is to know Jesus and make Jesus known. This is what guides us.

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Our church really is a caring family.

If we could summarize our church in one word, the Alto Reformed Church (ARC) could be summed up by the word “CARING”. We express our very welcoming spirit to visitors. Because we have a strong sense of community, love, and respect, we extend the love of Jesus to those who walk through our doors, and we reach out to the needs of the community in general. The ARC congregation desires to reach out to others and to grow together.

Membership 2008 2013 2018 Communicant: 536 539 505

Baptized: 279 337 321 Households: 285 286 297

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Our foundation is God’s Word.

The foundation of our church, and perhaps our most important strengths, include our unconditional commitment to the inerrancy of Scripture and our loyalty to Christ as Head of the Church. We are nothing without Christ, and we believe the Bible is the Word of God. The ARC stands on these principles. With a desire to stand with other churches we have joined The Gospel Alliance.

To learn more about our beliefs, please visit our website,

https://www.altoreformedchurch.org/our-beliefs.html

or to review our membership information, please visit

https://www.altoreformedchurch.org/uploads/8/4/0/1/84016222

/alto_discovering_membership__2020.pdf

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Our leadership is strong and healthy.

We are blessed to have an abundance of humble, wise elders and plenty of young, dedicated men serving as deacons. Our staff is energetic and fun to work with. You can learn more about them at www.altoreformedchurch.org/our-staff. We also have strong leaders volunteering in the church and the community.

Consistory Information: The consistory is comprised of 9 Elders and 9 Deacons. The consistory is selected by congregational nomination, consistory approval, and congregational election. Each member serves a 3-year term, with one-third of the consistory being replaced on an annual basis.

Elders Deacons

Age Occupation Age Occupation

64 Electrical Engineer 36 Carpenter

59 Fuel Delivery 32 Teacher

72 Sales 44 Business

59 Retired 30 IS Consultant

71 Dairy Farmer 43 Town Maintenance

61 Dairy Farmer 35 Architect

74 Retired 34 Plumber

58 Forklift Driver 43 Wholesale Sales Manager

62 Farmer 41 Dairy Farmer

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Our ministries are multi-generational.

Another one of our strengths is the encouragement of each person to exercise his or her spiritual gifts. We have many ministries to get involved in, and anyone can find his or her niche, no matter what age. Additionally, the ARC is striving to equip each age level, from nursery up through retired adults; providing a place where each person can grow in the Lord.

2018 AVERAGE WORSHIP ATTENDANCE: 331

2018 AVERAGE BIBLE CLASS ATTENDANCE: 49

2018 AVERAGE SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE: 86

MINISTRIES

• BIBLE STUDIES

• GOLDEN LIFERS

• MEN’S MINISTRIES

• MID-WEEK STUDENT BIBLE CLASSES

• MUSIC & CHOIRS

• PRAYER MINISTRY

• SMALL GROUPS

• SUNDAY SCHOOL

• WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

• WOMEN’S MISSIONARY CIRCLE

• VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

• YOUTH GROUPS

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Our history inspires us toward faithful

living. In 1847, Dutch settlers found their way to the middle of Wisconsin, established homes and began worshipping together. Many of these families are still here, faithfully serving, growing, and reaching out to the world. As you read of their challenges overcome and their deep devotion to God’s Word, you will be inspired to carry the torch they lit and build on the legacy they have left behind.

Former Pastors Senior Pastors Ted Lindman (2000-2001 & 2011-2015) Gregg Pusateri (2001-2010) David Klanderman (1997-1999) Robert Otto (1986-1995) Cornie Keunen (1977-1985) Richard Bouwkamp (1966-76) LeRoy Sandee (1956-1965) H.B. Poppen (1950-1956) J.C. Van Wyk (1942-1947) J.H. Kregel (1924-1941) G.J. Hekhuis (1917-1923) H.J. Pietenpol (1908-1916) J.M. Lumkus (1900-1908) H. Harmelink (1894-1900) K.W. TeWinkel (1886-1900) J.F. Zwemer (1883-1886) J.H. Karsten (1864-1865 & 1869-1882) R. Pieters (1865-1869) M.A. Ypma (1860-1863) H. Stobbelaar (1857-1860) G. Baay (1848-1849) Minister of Pastoral Care Ted Medema (1998-April 2018) Associate Pastors Doug Shotsky (2018-2019) Amy Nyland (2009-2010) Kenneth Petty Jr. (1992-1996) James Dykstra (1981-1992) Gary Van Heukelom (1978-1980)

To read more about the history of Alto

Reformed Church, please visit our website,

https://www.altoreformedchurch.org/our-

history.html

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Our generosity has enabled us to do

more. Our church also acknowledges the size of the mission field and responds generously. We have great missions support, both financially and spiritually. 20-25% of our annual offerings go to local, national, and international missions. We have a history of meeting needs and funding major projects quickly.

We currently have no debt, and we do not receive financial assistance from denominational sources. We have no other fundraising programs that support the church.

2017 2018 Total Received for Congregational Purposes: $752,403.00 $687,815.00 Total Contributed to Benevolence & Missions: $172,290.00 $134,620.00

The benevolent causes we support include:

Local Missions

• Anonymous Local Needs • Audio Scriptures

• Brandon & Waupun Food Pantries • Bible League International

• Christian Home Chaplain • Camp Manitoqua

• Church Health Services • Caribbean Christian Center for the Deaf

• Holiday Help • Compassion International

• REACH • Designated Missionaries

• Salvation Army • Gideons International

• Youth for Christ • InterVarsity Christian Fellowship

• Youth Group Retreats • KLOVE/WNWC Christian Radio • Natural Disaster Relief • Remember Nhu • Words of Hope

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Our community is a great place to live.

Alto Reformed Church is in a rural setting located in the town of Alto, Wisconsin. We are 5 miles from Waupun (population of 11,340), a half an hour from the larger cities of Fond du Lac and Beaver Dam, and roughly an hour drive to the major cities of Madison, Milwaukee, and Appleton. The population of the town of Alto is approximately 1,103. Its primary industry comes from a cheese processing plant within its borders, and the agricultural industry employs a large percentage of area residents. The congregation is comprised of members from Alto and the surrounding communities, including Brandon, Waupun, and others. Alto is located in the Waupun Area School District. The Laconia (Brandon and Rosendale) School District is a near-by option for families. Waupun also has the Central Wisconsin Christian School and a homeschool network.

The Alto Fair gives a wonderful picture of the community’s values. This small fair brings 2,000-3,000 people to our small town. It’s in the middle of the week to avoid Sunday and there is no alcohol or entrance fee. The food tent is run by volunteers and the proceeds cover most of the event’s expenses. Read more about it here: https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2017/07/29/alto-4-h-and-farm-bureau-fair-slice-wisconsin-charm/512761001/

Although our church has strong roots, we realize that we cannot squander the opportunities and the talents God has provided us with. We must encourage each other to grow together in faith and to live out this faith daily. We believe that we must live a Christ-centered, God-serving life.

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WORSHIP PASTOR POSITION DESCRIPTION

1. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The purpose of the full-time Worship Pastor is to oversee and inspire our congregation in worship by equipping and mobilizing our congregation to lead worship well. This position will include preaching, helping with our Care Ministry Team, and/or helping with our Equipping Adults Ministry Team.

2. GENERAL EXPECTATIONS A. Daily live a life that reflects your commitment to Jesus Christ. B. Be actively involved in church. C. Collaborate with staff and members in a positive, unifying manner. D. A solid biblical understanding, particularly in the reformed tradition, is necessary. Professional music

training and worship leading experience is desired. E. Serve Jesus and His Church by upholding the beliefs of the church, particularly the inerrancy of

God's Word, our Statement of Faith, and our Leadership Covenant. 3. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Alto Org Chart gives a good picture of the ministry responsibilities. Please note that some areas have strong leadership in place while others will require more time. Also note that we are in the process of restructuring our committees/teams.

A. Lead the Worship Ministry Team (20-25hr/wk) a. Plan services with staff and volunteers. b. Develop praise team leaders and musicians. c. Schedule, equip, and lead praise teams as needed. d. Help praise team leaders in selecting new music and providing chord charts and lead sheets. e. Oversee the directing of the Mixed Choir and the Men’s Chorus. f. Prepare stage and sound system for rehearsals and services. g. Recommend improvements in acoustics, instruments, and audio/video equipment to the

Worship Ministry Team. h. Lead the Worship Ministry Team in living out our mission and vision.

B. Preach and plan worship services. (10hr/wk) a. Meet regularly to plan teaching series and design services with the Lead Pastor. b. Preach approximately 20 times a year.

C. (Option 1): Assist with the Care Ministry Team. (5-10hr/wk) a. Develop an assimilation process and engage visitors in this process. b. Assist other pastors, staff, elders, and shepherds with pastoral care, including hospital visits,

weddings, funerals, etc. c. Equip the congregation in pastoral care, mentoring, marriage coaching, recovery ministry,

and other forms of care. D. (Option 2): Assist with the Equipping Adults Ministry Team (5-10hr/wk)

a. Discipleship ministries i. Develop groups to help people move through our Discipleship Path. ii. Oversee small groups, adult Sunday school, men’s ministry, & Golden Lifers.

b. Outreach ministries i. Coordinate with the Equipping Children & Families Team, the Equipping Youth

Team, and staff to recruit, train, and mobilize outreach events. ii. Develop new strategies to help the church reach out to neighbors. iii. Work with area churches to increase kingdom impact and build unity.

c. Mission trips i. Assist in coordinating and leading mission trips. ii. Facilitate spiritual growth before, during, and after trips.

E. Participate in weekly staff meetings. F. Assist in other ministry areas as needed and assigned by the Lead Pastor. G. Support our consistory & staff in living out our mission, vision, and values. H. Personal Growth.

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a. Study Scripture for continued growth. b. Maintain a passionate prayer life. c. Read, study, and research new trends and ideas. d. Develop your skills, as desired and discussed with the lead pastor, through reading, viewing

online resources and attending webinars, conferences, seminars, and/or workshops. 4. SKILLS & QUALITIES

A. Strong gifting in worship leading, piano, guitar, singing, choral conducting, and equipping others. B. Strong gifting in preaching, care, and/or equipping. C. High level of spiritual maturity. D. Passion to reach those far from God. E. Trustworthy and reliable. F. Servant-hearted, team player, desire to help others. G. Problem-solver (takes initiative in fixing and improving things). H. Teachable (seeks to learn and takes direction well). I. Delegator (equips and empowers volunteers). J. Flexible, patient, and kind.

5. ACCOUNTABILITY

A. Reports to and is accountable to the Lead Pastor in carrying out job responsibilities. B. Final authority rests with the consistory in all matters. The consistory is responsible for the salary

review. C. Submit to an annual background check (for 4K purposes).

TERMS AND COMPENSATION

• Compensation includes salary, housing allowance, family medical insurance, retirement annuity contributions, relocation package, and Consistory approved study leave and ministry-related expenses.

• Salary & Benefits for a RCA ordained individual will be based on the Regional Synod of Mid-America Compensation Guidelines. (see http://www.rsmam.org/resources/personnel-committees/).

• The consistory is responsible for the salary review and consideration.

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Church Information

Name of Church: Alto Reformed Church Address: N3697 County Road EE Waupun, WI 53963 Phone: (920)346-5505 Email: office@altoreformedchurch.org Website: www.altoreformedchurch.org Service Times: Sunday at 9:30am Sunday School at 10:45am Lead Pastor: Rev. Kevin Van Wyk Equipping Children Director: Adrea Daane Equipping Youth Director: Jessa Ter Beest Office Administrator: Megan Vande Zande Regional Synod: Mid-America Classis: Classis of Wisconsin Classis Leader: Vacant Chair of Search Team: Rev. Kevin Van Wyk Search Team Members: Jade Bresser Stephany Buwalda Mike De Jager Jenny Glewen Nicki Jahn Jason Mulder Rick Stelsel Brian Tenpas Rachel Zeatlow