The Committee
Park Grove Community Church has lost its pastor and is closing its doors, unless it reinvents itself, despite itself - with the help of Chuck, a compassionate visionary whose whimsical ideas get the church into perplexing predicaments.
- 2015-2016
- 1 season
- Drama
Park Grove Community Church has lost its pastor and is closing its doors, unless it reinvents itself, despite itself - with the help of Chuck, a compassionate visionary whose whimsical ideas get the church into perplexing predicaments.
Season 1 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 2015 - 2016
Episode 1
Pilot
Mon, Jan 12, 2015 13 mins
A trio of aging members of the The Committee have some difficult decisions to make regarding the closing down of their once-thriving church. When they are joined by three younger parishioners, battle lines are drawn. Then, Chuck walks in.
Episode 2
Hospitality
Mon, Jan 12, 2015 13 mins
Taking on the role of a French waiter, Chuck cleverly sets a table for six to demonstrate for The Committee the true meaning of hospitality. It's not something you put on, it's a lifestyle.
Episode 3
Reflecting the Community
Mon, Feb 9, 2015 14 mins
Unfolding during the annual church rummage sale, Chuck shuffles through old skeletons and broken lamps to illustrate The Committee has been asleep at the wheel. "Our community has changed, but we've stayed the same." Becoming creatures of habit or "let's have another rummage sale" doesn't sit well with anyone. The mission of the local church, to be a vital congregation, is to reflect its community. Trying to deal with this very unsettling reality is about to disrupt The Committee.
Episode 4
Our Purpose
Mon, Mar 9, 2015 15 mins
Compass Committee members wonder if their church understands its purpose or even "why" their church exists, when Chuck discovers an annoying board game whose mechanical device repeats the annoying word WHY, over and over again.
Episode 5
The "E-Word"
Mon, Apr 13, 2015
The topic of evangelism has everyone uneasy. Sharing personal stories of experience, strength, and hope help committee members discover a more authentic, engaging way in which to share their faith, or evangelize.
Episode 6
Understanding the Who
Mon, Jun 8, 2015 12 mins
The Compass Committee struggles to identify the people who live in the area surrounding their church, as Chuck recalls his favorite Dr. Seuss story and "Whoville" to help the committee understand the "who" that lives in their community.
Episode 7
Discipleship System
Mon, Jun 8, 2015 14 mins
The committee unpacks what it's like to intentionally make disciples, wondering if their church already has a system in place. The Compass Committee learns that successful churches understand discipleship is a lifelong journey.
Episode 8
Innovation
Mon, Jul 13, 2015 13 mins
When the electricity goes out, the Compass Committee must operate in the dark. Appropriate enough, as the discussion turns toward innovation and how churches that innovate are more apt to thrive.
Episode 9
Small Groups
Mon, Aug 10, 2015 14 mins
Although the Compass Committee is only six members strong, Chuck helps them better understand that small groups are not administrative committees, and they are not organized so that churches grow bigger.
Episode 10
Children in Church
Mon, Sep 14, 2015 14 mins
Daniel shows up at with his 12 year-old daughter. With a child suddenly part of the committee discussion, there is an impromptu examination of how to welcome children at church.
Episode 11
Stewardship
Sun, Oct 11, 2015 13 mins
The Compass Committee grapples with the full meaning of stewardship in hopes of convincing the financially-prudent Mr. Riley to let go of the old idea that stewardship is merely an annual campaign.
Episode 12
Committees That Work
Mon, Nov 9, 2015
Endless "church committee" jokes have Chuck realizing the truth in many of the unflattering remarks. Chuck insists they answer the toughest question of all. Are they really making a difference?
Episode 13
Embracing a Legacy
Mon, Dec 14, 2015 13 mins
The aging Compass Committee must confront the elephant in the room. Congregations are growing older. For the church to survive, younger and older adults must work together. Easier said than done.
Episode 14
Younger Leaders
Mon, Jan 11, 2016 13 mins
As the nerve-racking Jenga Game takes center stage, Chuck mediates The Committee debate over how older leaders must make mental and physical space for younger leaders.
Episode 15
The Vote
Mon, Feb 8, 2016 12 mins
Time's up. The long and arduous process-with all its emotional ups-and-downs-comes to an end. Will the Compass Committee decide to close the church's doors or keep them open?
Episode 16
Resurrection
Tue, Mar 8, 2016 18 mins
Resurrection. The new Park Grove Community Church opens its doors. Is it the end for the Compass Committee, or are they just getting started? It's a new dawn, a new day, a new beginning.