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Minutes of Present: Pastor Mike Williams, Andy Simon, Bobbie Joines, Jeny Stowe, Jennie Motheral, Sandra Yarbrough, Sara McKeon, Mary Vestuto and Donna Kelley. Absent: Donna Jenschke, Martha Kies and Steve Anfinson Call to Order: Andy Simon, President at 7:05 p.m. Opening prayer and devotional: given by Mary Vestuto Pastor’s Report: (Pastor Mike noted that he did not have a “report” but “observations”) Pastor Mike stated that there were people that want to join Zion, there are 6-10 possible new members, some have been frequent visitors. Council discussed how to receive new members, reception options and member sponsorship. Pastor Mike discussed “Faith by Hearing” and how the organization offers churches MP3 players. He will seek more information on what is available. Habitat for Humanity will be having a reception on Sunday October 25, 2009 at 1:30p.m. to celebrate 20 years of service. Pastor Mike stated he was planning to attend and stated he would like to see the congregation participate in a Saturday “workday”. Comments by council members indicated an interest in getting a group of volunteers to participate. Pastor Mike continued by stating that he was enjoying worship, that the first service has been well attended, 225-250 while the second service has had “light” attendance. He mentioned his interest in looking at the future possibility of a Sunday evening service with hopes of targeting the youth and college age within our community. Pastor Mike says there are lots of kids that we do not see at services. From what he has seen, the congregation and council have done the right things to help attract the younger group. He states that we have a very good and dedicated staff but one goal would be to grow a stronger volunteer group to compliment the paid staff Treasurer’s Report: Sara reported that we are close to budget. She stated that income was low for the month, and that we received a refund on worker’s compensation. Sara also noted that we paid moving expenses, and that multi-media expenses were higher this month. Expenses for the month totaled $35,339.47. Sara reviewed the current budget with council and discussed the fact that council would like to see attendance numbers on a monthly basis. Pastor Mike will ask Judy Sharp to include these numbers with council’s monthly meeting packets. Minutes: Motion by Sara McKeon and seconded by Jerry Stowe to approve minutes from meeting of September 8, 2009. Motion carried. President’s comments: Andy Simon presented a letter received from Delbert Oehler regarding “Zion Administrative Review” and asked that council members review along with duties of staff and be ready to discuss at next meeting. He also led discussion and review of the contract bid from Finance Secretary, Jo Davidson. Andy also presented information with regards to contributions lost due to the death of members. Andy stated the Budget committee would be the same as last year and that a budget meeting was planned for December 15, 2009. Our congregational meeting will be held on November 29, 2009 to elect council members and nominating committee for next year. Vice-President’s comments: Mary Vestuto presented a draft of a stewardship letter she would like to be sent to members of the congregation. She led discussion on the letter and when and how this would be presented. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Evangelism: Jennie Motheral discussed how she has been collecting names for the Evangelism Committee and reviewed the responsibilities of this committee. A copy of her printed report is attached. Jennie discussed with council if new Church brochures need to be printed and other ways to advertise Church happenings in the local newspaper, etc. Pastor Mike suggested a DVD be made to use for this purpose and that a simple, front & back brochure be created. Parish Ed - Youth: Bobbie Joines reported that he and Donna Jenschke were getting together with the teachers and Pastor Mike to review all programs on October l4th. He stated that the “Pizza Partners” program was organized and active. Bobbie stated that there are 41 youth members in the church with 6-8 regular attendees. Property: Jerry Stowe reported that the property budget for 2010 will be approximately $100,000 due in part to incorporation of the new telephone system in the property budget. Air conditioning systems are in reasonable shape, the dead tree and limbs have been removed from Wende House property and limbs may need to be cut and removed from ZLCC property. Jerry noted that stucco repairs are in process, the bell has been inspected by Verdin and Andy Simon decided that the church van should be kept for now. A robbery occurred about two weeks ago at the Wende House property, New Hope Counseling Center. Jerry reported that this was a non-forced entry with approximately $200 in cash being taken. Tom Preininger, director of the center, has asked about the possibility of having this property added to the church security system. The cost to add the Wcnde House property would be approximately $620 not including any possible monthly charges that might occur. Discussion was held and it was agreed that procedures should be tightened and cash removed daily from the premises. Jerry also commented that Pastor Mike is still in need of a round table for his office. Andy Simon suggested that Pastor Mike find a suitable table and it would be purchased.
Benevolence: Donna Kelley reported that
November focus would be Orphan’s & Widow’s Fellowship: Sandra Yarbrough reported that she was working on her budget for the new year. She also reported that we would have one service and Sunday School on the 29th and no meal would be served. Andy Simon has suggested a Christmas Potluck dinner for current and new council members, staff, pastors and spouses on December 8, 2009. Sandra will coordinate the potluck and report what help will be needed. She also noted that she has new help for Sunday fellowship.
Adjournment: Andy asked Jerry to provide the
prayer and devotional for our next meeting on November 10, 2009. Meeting
adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna W. Kelley
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