Spiritual
Directors
Pastor John Bradford (703) 525-9283
Lay
Director
John Aclin (301) 352-7708
Secretary
Peggy Johnston (301) 602-4303
Treasurer
Julia Shaw-Fuller (540) 338-0699
Leadership
Jim Remolde (410) 997-6968
Music
Carol Westervelt (540) 837-1749
Sponsorship
Kari Campbell (301) 980-4296
Weekends
Felix Lamrouex (301) 262-1804
Palanca
David Russell (202) 635-0903
Fourth Day
Art Marshall (301) 317-9268
Melanie Gibbons (443) 845-2427
Communications
Molly Sessions (703) 525-9283
Outreach
Cheryl Trimble (301) 627-4094
Web Cha
Rob Shaw-Fuller (540) 338-0699
Secretariat Duties
(this information can also be found in the Rainbow Via de Cristo Constitution and Bylaws)
The LAY DIRECTOR shall preside at all meetings of the Secretariat. The Lay Director shall have general supervision over the affairs of the organization, and shall perform all such other duties as are incident to the office.
The ASSISTANT LAY DIRECTOR shall perform the duties of the Lay Director if that individual is absent or becomes unable to fulfill the obligations of the office. The Assistant Lay Director is not a separate position on the Secretariat, but rather is an additional responsibility to which any member of Secretariat can be elected for a one-year term.
The SECRETARY shall issue notices of meetings, attend and keep minutes of such meetings, and distribute those minutes to all Secretariat members. He/she shall have charge of all of the organization's books, records, and other papers, and shall be custodian of the corporate seal, if any. The Secretary is to function as a servant by providing information requested by the Secretariat and Rector(a)s. The Secretary should have experience in the word processing, maintenance of databases, and other electronic media. The Secretary should also have access to e-mail. The Secretary shall attest with his or her signature all written contracts and other documents of the organization, and shall perform all such duties as are incident to the office.
The TREASURER shall have the custody of all the monies and securities of the organization and shall give bond in sum and with such sureties as the Secretariat may require. He/she shall sign all checks of the organization, shall keep regular books of the account, and shall submit that together with vouchers, receipts, records, and other papers to the Secretariat for their examination and approval as often as they may require. He/she shall prepare an annual budget and submit said budget for approval. Any items submitted over budget must be approved by the Secretariat. He/she shall perform all such duties as are incident to the office.
The SPONSORSHIP COORDINATOR shall receive and process all pilgrim applications for upcoming Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekends and ensure proper communication of same to the Rector(a). This person shall handle all correspondence with pilgrims and sponsors, as well as any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The WEEKEND COORDINATOR is responsible for all activities related to conducting a Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekend, including securing a location for each Weekend and obtaining all materials necessary to conduct the Weekend. He/she is also responsible for storage of all materials between Weekends. This person shall also be responsible for any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The FOURTH DAY COORDINATOR is responsible for planning and organizing Ultreyas, keeping information on Reunion Groups and publishing same for the community’s information, and is also responsible for any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The LEADERSHIP COORDINATOR is to secure educational materials needed for team meetings and Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekends, as well as other materials needed to better equip Cursillistas to do God’s work. This person shall receive and process all team applications for upcoming Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekends and ensure proper communication of same to the Rector(a). This person shall maintain records pertaining to roles and responsibilities of those who have served on Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekends. The Leadership Coordinator should be a former Rector(a) or have assumed a variety of leadership roles within the movement. This person is also responsible for other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The PALANCA COORDINATOR is to inform other Cursillo method movements of our Weekends, organize all palanca efforts of Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekends, see that all palanca arrives at the beginning of the Rainbow Via de Cristo Weekend. This person is also responsible for coordinating all palanca from Rainbow Via de Cristo to other Cursillo method weekends and for any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR shall be responsible for the preparation and mailing of periodic newsletters, the annual number to be determined by the Secretariat. This person shall also maintain a current mailing roster of all Rainbow Via de Cristo members, and mail updated directories to members as directed by the Secretariat. This person shall be responsible for any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The MUSIC COORDINATOR shall be responsible for maintaining a list of all people who play musical instruments, and provide list to future Rector(a)s. This person shall obtain all necessary copyright authority as needed. This person is also responsible for maintaining all music books and song sheets for Rainbow Via de Cristo. This person shall serve as a resource to Rector(a)s for selection of Music Chas and shall obtain serenade leaders for each upcoming serenade, as well as any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The OUTREACH COORDINATOR shall be responsible for organizing informational meetings/temple talks at churches where Via de Cristo is not currently active, to help inform others of the Via de Cristo movement and provide churches and pastors with current information on Via de Cristo. This person shall be responsible for any other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The SPIRITUAL DIRECTORS (there should be a minimum of two) are the theological advisors of Rainbow Via de Cristo. At least one Spiritual Director is to be at each Secretariat meeting, and must inform the Lay Director if they are unable to attend. At least one Spiritual Director is to be at each Ultreya, and must inform the Fourth Day Coordinator if they are unable to attend. The Spiritual Directors shall support all outreach activities of Rainbow Via de Cristo. They are to provide Lutheran doctrine guidance as needed. These persons are also responsible for other duties that are described in the Operating Procedures or assigned by the Lay Director.
The WEB CHA is primarily responsible for maintaining Rainbow Via de Cristo's website and promoting that website through appropriate means. He/she should also be willing to serve the Secretariat and the Rainbow Via de Cristo community as a technology resource, lending his/her expertise and experience to any use of information technology that would further the mission of Rainbow Via de Cristo. The Web Cha is not an official member of the Secretariat. He/she is invited to attend Secretariat meetings (as are all members of Rainbow Via de Cristo) but cannot vote or introduce motions. Because of the technical requirements of the Web Cha's duties, this position does not normally stand for election, but instead is a volunteer who serves at the request of the Secretariat. The role of Web Cha may be combined with one of the elected Secretariat roles.