Our History (page 3)

For the next 25 years or so, church life went along with ups and downs. Rev. Moore had been full-time, and so was Rev. Tom Torosian, but other ministers were part-time: Rev. Frances Wolf, Rev. Jim Simmons, Rev. George Taylor. During those years, the church was dependent on funding from National Capital Presbytery. There were good things that happened -- some successful youth ministry. The Preschool began, which brought new life and energy into the church. But overall, the church had not grown enough to be self-supporting.

In 1998 the Presbytery suggested that this church be part of a "Transforming Congregations Project," that was designed to help the church move to that next level. Many church members were involved in this Transforming Congregations Project. People took stock of the church, its assets and liabilities and its potential for growth. Consultants were consulted. The consensus was that the church needed to hire a full-time pastor, even though this would be a stretch and there were limited funds available. This was a time of hope and of new energy. There was a joyful celebration when Rev. Jane Dasher was installed.

But the church was not transformed into a new church so quickly or smoothly. There were disappointments and miscommunications. After Rev. Dasher left, an Interim Pastor, Rev. Andrew Snelson filled the gap. Then it was decided to go back to the old model -- a part-time minister -- while the church took a collective deep breath.

From January 2002 until June 2011, Rev. Ruth Everhart served as part-time Stated Supply. In that time, there were significant changes for our facilities: the preschool left to find more suitable space, and we bought a property contiguous to our sanctuary. More change is happening. After a "Transforming Congregations" process, we created the "Connection Cafe" in our fellowship hall. There has been a slow but steady increase in membership.

Beginning on October 1, 2011, the Rev. David Williams became our current part-time Stated Supply pastor.  We are looking forward to the changes our new leader will bring.  What is next for this church? Something exciting. Will you be a part of our future?

People of faith -- the Holy Spirit isn't done with Poolesville Presbyterian Church --
May we be open to the Spirit of God as it moves in our midst.
May we seek that Spirit and perceive it when it blows.
May we be filled with hope, and with new life by the power of the Spirit!

“ We are confident that the Lord of the church will judge and defeat our sinful intentions and actions, help us in our weakness and blindness, and use the church to accomplish his purposes. ”

- A Declaration of Faith