Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church
Annual Report 2015
Congregational Meeting
Sunday, February 7, 2016
After 11:00 AM Service
Pastor Scott Smith
419 Bossardsville Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Office: (570) 992-4085 Fax: (570) 992-5921
Email: chulc@ptd.net Website: www.christhamilton.org
Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church Of Hamilton Square
Annual Report 2015
Business Agenda:
Prayer ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….Pastor Scott Smith
Review of Congregational Minutes 2/1/2015 …………………………………………..………………Page 11 & 12
Proposed Constitution Changes …………………………………………………………………….…..Page 13
Report of Nominations Committee and Ballots ………………………………………………..………Page 14
Review and Approval of Committee Reports ………………………………………………………….Starting Page 15
Review Financial Report & Adoption of Budget………………………………………………………..Section II
Other Business & Motions from the floor………………………………………………………………..Victor Houtz
Motion to Adjourn
Booklet Of Reports (Section I)
Pastoral Acts, Parish Statistics, Committee Reports and Groups
Booklet Of Reports (Section II)
Financials
Staff Reports
Pastor’s Report……………………………………………………………………….………….....
Director of Christian Education……………………………………………………………….......
Director of Music…………………………………………………………………………………....
Pastoral Acts
Baptism………………………………………………………………………………….....
Communion………………………………………………………………………………..
Funerals…………………………………………………………………………………...
Memoriam………………………………………………………………………….……...
Weddings………………………………………………………………………………....
Parish Statistics……………………………………………………………………………
Summary of Statistics……………………………………………………………………
CHULC Outreach Programs……………………………………………………………………..
February 2015 Annual Meeting Minutes…………………………………………….………….
Proposed Constitution Changes…………………………………………………………………
Nomination Committee………………………………………………………………………...….
Committee Reports
Report from Council President……………………………………………………………………
Christian Education Committee……………. …………………………………………………....
VBS Report…………………………………………………………………………………………
Worship & Music Committee……………………………………………………………..………
Senior & Junior High Youth Committee………………………………………………………...
Stephen Ministry Report………………………………………………………………………….
Hamilton Church Women……………………………………………………………...………….
Community Service & Missions Committee……………………………………………………..
Congregational Care Committee………………………………………………………...……….
Piecemakers………………………………………………………………………………..………
SNAP Group & Evangelism Committee…………………………………………………….....
Property Committee & Lamb’s Wool Knitters……………………………………….................
Stewardship Committee…………………………………………………………………………...
Softball Report…………………………………………………………………….………………..
Personnel Committee……………………………………………………………………………..
Christ Hamilton Seniors…………………………………………………………………………...
Ark II Report………………………………………………………………………………………...
Ark II Treasury Report…………………………………………………………………………….
Cub Scout Troop 84 Report and Financial………………………………………………………
Boy Scout Troop 84………………………………………………………………………………
Boy Scout Troop 84 Financial…………………………………………..…………………………
Section II: Financial Report …………………………….………………………………………………..
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Pastor’s Report
In pastoral care classes in seminary they teach you about how to employ “active listening” techniques
as a means of reaching out empathetically, as a way of “being with” someone. It is also helpful in
getting both parties in a conversation to examine various perspectives, and to hopefully grow through
that examination. One oft-used phrase in active listening is “tell me more about that.” It is more than
just a request for extra information; it is an opportunity to broaden the perspective, add depth to the
story, to reimagine it, or to talk about hopes and fears. It’s also happens to be helpful when you find
that you’ve just stepped into the middle of a conversation.
Starting out as the new pastor at a church is kind of like jumping into the middle of a
conversation. You’re not quite sure how it started, you’re trying to make your best guess as to how it
got to the point it was at when you stepped in, and, before you know it, someone’s going to be asking
your opinion. That’s when the old, reliable phrase comes in handy. “Tell me more about that.”
In all seriousness, though, being your pastor here these last six months has been an
interesting conversation. So let me reflect back to you a bit of what I’ve seen. I’ve learned about the
unique history of this congregation, once two entirely separate churches sharing space, now united
as one; once dying then thriving. I’ve seen how this congregation shows love--both to its own
members and to its broader community. You are a congregation that loves being together, you enjoy
each other. This is visible in everything from your festivals to your funerals. You are a congregation
that values each other. This is also where you seem to hurt the most. If an event or program drops in
attendance or participation compared to previous years, your pain is visible. I think these cause you
to question your future. You are a congregation that cares about its community, as evidenced by your
participation in things like PVEN and Project One Step. But you also seem to be wrestling right now
with your own risk of becoming insular and isolated from that same community. You are a
congregation which is committed to preserving the “faith once delivered,” (Jude v.3) deliberating on
how you will live that out.
Our time together has only just gotten started, but I have been honored thus far to lead us in
worship, to preach to you and celebrate the sacraments, to pray together. I’m honored to spend time
with our youth, to spend time with you all in pastoral care, and in just being together. I’m thankful that
my family and I have been so warmly received here. I’m thankful for the opportunity to continue my
pastoral education through the clinical pastoral education program offered locally. I’m thankful for the
fellow servants of Christ that I have been able to serve alongside, from volunteers to office staff to
education staff to sextons to committees, the whole lot of you all. I love being a part of all the ongoing
events, from VBS, to weddings, to the Blessing of the Animals. As I write this, I’m looking forward to
our Christmas services as well as several upcoming baptisms.
My hope for us all is that we will continue to trust in a God who continually breathes new life
into us, who once spoke this by the prophet Isaiah “Behold, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs
up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” (Is
43:19) That quotation has been misused in recent years in church politics, but I still love it. The past
six months have not been without their struggles, bumps and sometimes potholes in the road, but I
am thankful for it. It has been an interesting conversation so far. So, tell me more about that...
In Christ,
Pastor Scott Smith
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Director of Christian Education
Matthew19:14 Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom
of heaven belongs to such as these.”
2015 was a year of many blessings in Christian Education. Our Sunday school, Confirmation, and
Vacation Bible school programs have continued to bless so many children and adults. As we serve
together in faith, we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses who cheer us on! Christian
Education is alive and well at CHULC. At the end of 2015 we are moving forward strong in faith and
direction as to where the Lord is leading us.
We have Sunday school classes for 2 year olds through adults. Our staff of thirty five volunteers
is filled with dedicated servants to the Lord. These teachers lead by example and are great role
models of faith to our congregation. Our Sunday school coordinator Janet Catina, and Sunday school
office assistant Donna Kowzun keep everything running smoothly on Sunday mornings. Our
Christian Education committee Chairperson Melody Border and members meet six times a year to
oversee our CE program. We have a Sunday school writing team that works diligently to create a
curriculum that shares the message of Jesus Christ and incorporates the gifts and talents of our
teachers.
Our Confirmation program led by Pastor Scott and team teachers continues to guide our youth as
each walk their own journey of faith. Parents continue to be an important part of our program.
Vacation Bible School continues to be our biggest outreach. Our 2015 summer program theme
was Camp Galilee. One hundred eighty children attended and were encouraged by one hundred
wonderful and spirit filled volunteers. Our mission outreach was God’s Global Barnyard for our world
mission, and PVEN for our local mission. We were able to purchase two groups of farm animals for
families in need in other countries.
Other opportunities for Christian Education in 2015 included covenant groups, book clubs, Bible
studies, ministries for men and women, youth ministries, and Ark II Preschool.
Through the year of 2015, I had the opportunity to witness our congregation in action. Sitting at
the Christmas tea ticket sales table one Sunday in December I witnessed the following during coffee
hour: people taking tags for gifts for elderly or off the angel tree, people offering hugs or kind words to
others, people bringing coffee to those who have a hard time getting around, laugher, adults taking
time to talk with the youth, love, encouragement, and prayers. I couldn’t help but feel blessed to be
part of this congregation. May we continue to stay strong in faith, listen to His Word, offer
forgiveness to one another and bind it in love; the love of Jesus.
In Christian Love,
Debbie Lamson
Director of Christian Education
Sunday School 2015 Attendance
Children
Adults & Teachers
42/week
49/week
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Director of Music
2015 has been a year of ups and downs in the life of Christ Hamilton. Through it all I have felt God’s
presence so clearly through everything. He is truly a God of love, grace and compassion. I see his
love every day through all the wonderful people who serve at this very special church. Our music
ministry continues to be an integral part of the spiritual life of this congregation.
The Teen Choir continues to thrive with over 20 members. I really appreciate them getting up
early on a Sunday morning to rehearse. I have watched these kids grow up and I am so proud of the
wonderful young adults they have become.
The Youth Choir had a very busy year. They presented the cantata, “Let’s Rock” in April. We
also took our cantata on the road and presented it to the residents of Pleasant Valley Manor. I was so
proud of the kids. It was their idea to do this. They are really learning to spread God’s love to those
around them! They also did a Christmas cantata this year called “A Play in a Manger”. Through this
cantata they learned that telling the story of Jesus’s birth does not need to be glitzy or over the top.
The story is powerful in its simplicity! Thank you to Donna Kowzun for once again doing the scenery
for us. We are so blessed to have her help! Thank you to all the Youth Choir parents for helping with
props, scenery and costumes. They also made our day at the nursing home very special by driving
and helping with lunch. Most of all I want to thank all the choir members for sharing their love of God
through music.
Our Cherub Choir was very small in numbers this year but they sang with all their might. Since
a few of our cherubs moved up to Youth Choir in September we did not have enough cherubs to
continue. Little ones learning God’s word through music is such an important ministry. With God’s
help we will get the Cherub Choir up and running again soon!
The Righteous Ringers had the pleasure to ring at the PVEN Thanksgiving Service on
November 22nd at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Saylorsburg. This was another great
outreach opportunity. Thanks to Gail and everyone who participated.
The Senior Choir continues to be a vital music ministry. These dedicated people rehearse
every Thursday evening and lead our worship service on Sunday mornings. Making music together is
one of my highlights of the week. We truly are a family of faith who pray, laugh, cry and serve God
together. We enjoy fellowship time each month by celebrating birthdays. We had a wonderful end of
the year get together at Gail Haydt’s this year. It’s always fun to spend time together in a social
setting. We participated in the 2015 Project One Step Concert in November. What an honor it was to
have Joseph Martin as our guest conductor. It was a blessing to sing with others in our community
and help support those less fortunate. We welcomed new members Linda Barnas, Matthew Lambert
and Jennifer Strauch to the choir this year. It is a joy to have them with us! We also suffered a
heartbreaking loss with the passing of Kathy Herfurth. She was a long time faithful choir member and
was loved by all of us. Kathy’s smile, kind heart and beautiful voice are missed each and every day
but I know she is singing in heaven’s choir now!
Thank you to everyone who shared their musical talents with us over the summer and for
special occasions throughout the year. It always amazes me how so many people are willing to share
their gifts!
Last but not least, I want to thank my good friend and co-worker, Gail Haydt for working side
by side with me. Under her leadership, the handbell choirs continue to be a joyful addition to our
music ministry. We rely on her so much at choir rehearsals. Her piano playing gives the choir the
extra support they need. I thank God every day for sending Gail to us!
I pray God will continue to bless and guide us in the year ahead.
In Christian Love,
Donna Molan
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Pastoral Acts
Child Baptisms
Alaina Sophia Davis
Daughter of Jermaine Davis & Stephanie DiPasquale 2-8-15
Vickie Ciccimarra
Daughter of Arthur & Nancy Flaks
2-15-15
Jase Robert Anglemyer
Son of Aaron & Suzanne Anglemyer
2-22-15
Elizabeth Evelyn Kesselring
Daughter of William & Jennifer Kesselring
8-16-15
Eve Lynn Roth
Daughter of Matthew & Tracy Roth
11-1-15
First Communion
May 3, 2015
Andrew Thomas Brinker
Parents: John & Catherine Brinker
Zachary Thomas Brinker
Parents: John & Catherine Brinker
Jake David Brown
Parents: Duane & Noreena Brown
Kristen Jaye Lawrence
Parents: Thomas & Keri Lawrence
Jessica Maralyn Burchartz
Parents: Michael & Holly Burchartz
William Joseph Stephani V
Parents: William & Stacy Stephani
Killian Connor Downey
Parents: Tim & Amy Downey
Emma Kjell Anderson
Parents: Erik & Melanie Anderson
Ryan Jacob Foglio
Parents: Jim & Lori Foglio
Dylan Anthony Degler
Parents: Doug & Kristen Degler
Iain Michael Jenkins
Parents: Brett & Lisa Jenkins
Alivea Nacole Ciccimarra
Parents: David & Vickie Ciccimarra
Ethan Gabriel Coffman
Parents: Adam & Lori Coffman
Sean Patrick Brady
Parents: John Brady & Stefanie Brady
Mitchell Ralph Bandy
Parents: Michael & Danielle Bandy
Logan Matthew Borger
Parents: Blaine & Lori Borger
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Funerals
Died
Service
Marion Hoffner
Jan. 15
1/19/15
Daniel Slutter
Jan. 18
1/22/15
John Meixell
Feb. 7
2/16/15
James Hahn
Feb. 13
2/21/15
Pearl Walter
Feb. 18
Private
Betty Morgan
Mar. 4
3/21/15
Kathy Scott
Mar. 16
5/16/15
Robert Weber
Mar. 21
3/28/15
Thomas Forry
Mar. 21
3/29/15
Donald Herold
Apr. 6
4/11/15
George Kemmerer
Apr. 8
4/25/15
Glenn Sorensen
Apr. 26
4/30/15
Constance Kern
May 25
6/6/15
Diana Bowers
Aug. 1
8/8/15
Minnie Siegel
Aug. 26
8/29/15
Ellen Marvin
Aug. 29
9/2/15
Mae Hagerty
Sept. 25
9/10/15
Kathleen Herfurth
Oct. 2
10/17/15
Marion Provitera
Oct. 21
Private
Dayton Lesh Hennion
Oct. 26
10/30/15
“He who believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and
whoever lives and believes in me shall never die.”
—John 11:26
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In Memoriam
Prayer for The Departed Members And Friends Of Our Parish Family
Pastor: Let us Pray:
Congregation:
Almighty God, with reverence and affection we remember before you our departed friends and
family. Some we knew well, others not so well - But they are all known by you. We thank you for
the lives of your children:
Marion Hoffner
Pearl Walter
Thomas Forry
Constance Kern
Mae Haggerty
Daniel Slutter
Betty Morgan
Donald Herold
Diana Bowers
Kathleen Herfurth
John Meixell
Kathy Scott
George Kemmerer
Minnie Siegel
Marion Provitera
James Hahn
Robert Weber
Glenn Sorenson
Ellen Marvin
Dayton Lesh Hennion
May they rest in grace and eternal peace. In Christ’s name. Amen.
2014 Weddings
Justin Walker & Olivia Hanner
6-27-2015
Thomas Huber & Christine Hoffman
8-1-2015
Antonio Pollari Jr. & Leigh Cole-Lombardo
9-20-2015
Bryan Mehalick & Brittany Berger
9-26-2015
Mark Sabol & Angel Rutt
11-28-2015
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Parish Statistics
Gains –24 Confirmed Members
(New members by Confirmation, Transfer, Adult Baptism)
John Schurhammer
Christine Schurhammer
Christopher Busaco
Carol Busacco
Lori Coffman
Marilyn Mitchell
Vickie Ciccimarra
David Ciccimara
Darcy Murphy
Robert Murphy
Jean McLenigan
Jeff Rowohlt
Erika Rowohlt
Paige Archer
Madelina Bucci
Timothy Geiger
Jacob Happel
Emma Kowzun
Miranda Kramer
River Marks
Joelle McKeever
Kassidy McKeever
Jillian Nichols
Scott Smith
Gains –10 Child Members (Received With Parents or Baptisms)
Alaina Davis
Jase Anglemyer
Elizabeth Kesselring
Eve Roth
Ethan Coffman
William Murphy
Alivea Ciccimara
Cole Coffman
Samantha Schurhammer Easton Rowohlt
Losses-14 Adult Members by Withdrawal or Transfer
Donna Heller
James Norman
Jessica Zugel
Carol Melvin
Cynthia Klenowski
Carolyn Norman
Anthony Zugel
Sue Sandman
David Tonkay
Eric Bentz
Heather McConnell
Julie Tonkay
Jennifer Strauch
Maryann Hall
Losses – 16 Child Confirmation/Transfer/Withdrawal
Paige Archer
Timothy Geiger
Miranda Kramer
Kassidy McKeever
Charlie Zugel
Gavin Tonkay
Madelina Bucci
Jacob Happel
River Marks
Jillian Nichols
Benjamin Bentz
Macey Tonkay
Emma Kowzun
Joelle McKeever
Maren Zugel
Katherine Bentz
Losses -- 13 Deaths
Daniel Slutter
John Meixell
Betty Morgan
Robert Weber
Glenn Sorenson
Diane Bowers
George Kemmerer
James Hahn
Thomas Forry
Ellen Marvin
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Pearl Walter
Donald Herold
Kathleen Herfurth
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Summary of Parish Statistics
Gains
Adults:
Children:
24
10
Total:
Gains-Transfer/
Baptism/
Confirmation
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
34
Total:
Total: 34
NET GAINS
-9
3
-390
-10
-193
-110
-18
Losses
27
16
Adults:
Children:
43
Adult Losses—Death
Adult Losses—Transfer
Adult Losses—Withdrawal
Child Losses—Confirmation
Child Losses—Transfer
Child Losses—Withdrawal
Average Attendance
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
198
217
246
285
280
310
365
Average Sunday Attendance
January—Memorial Day
Summer Schedule
September—December
204
174
207
Thanksgiving Eve
Christmas Eve Services (3)
85
517
9
13
8
6
10
4
2
Members
Voting Members
Communing Child
Baptized Child
Inactive Members
505
41
51
200
Total
797
Ash Wednesday
Palm Sunday
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
91
306
78
158
Easter
452
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Adopt a Highway Program – volunteers to pick up litter 
Atlantic City-Long Term Recovery
Cheyenne River Reservation Eagle Butte, SD- Socks and Underwear and monetary support
Church World Service- Blanket Sunday (monetary support)
Compassionate Friends – photocopy newsletter monthly
ELCA/NEPA ELCA-Lutheran World Relief
ELCF – Evangelical Lutherans Confessing Fellowship
Foundations Christian Counseling
Garden of Giving- produce and eggs grown for local food pantries in Monroe County
Habitat for Humanity - volunteers and monetary support
Homeless Initiative East Stroudsburg Methodist
Lutheran CORE
Lutheran World Relief- monetary support, quilts
Mission Trip to York, PA – youth
Missionaries: Diedone Panzo and Gloria Sauck—monetary support
Meals on Wheels--volunteers and monetary support
Meals on Wheels for Pets—pet supply donations
Millers Clinic Blood Drives
Monroe County Office of the Aging- gifts for seniors who are abused or neglected
Monroe County Cancer Society – Volunteer Drivers for Cancer patients; daffodil sales
Monroe County Correctional Institute- Re-entry program
Monroe County Area Hospice- volunteers 
Monroe County Public Library – donation of gently used books for annual book sale 
PATH-quilts, volunteers and monetary support
Pocono Alliance: Bridges/Pathways Out of Poverty –meals and monetary support
Pocono Hospital Chaplain
Pocono Mission District—monetary
Pregnancy Resource Center of the Poconos -monetary and needed items
Prisoner Re-Entry Program
PVEN involvement - food and toy collections, volunteers, and monetary support
River’s Edge Ministries
Salvation Army
Samaritan’s Purse- sweaters (Lamb’s Wool) and Operation Christmas Child –
to help needy children in 3rd world countries.
Seven Marks Society
Society of the Holy Trinity
Stroudsburg Methodist Soup Kitchen- volunteers and monetary support and coat collection
Tanzania Synod
Trike-A-Thon – monetary support for St. Jude
Visitors to Pleasant Valley Manor and Gluco Lodge of Cherry Valley
Youth Encounter
Provide meeting/event space for:
 4-H
 Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Venture Crew
 Community VBS
 Girl Scouts, Brownies, Daisies
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Narcotics Anonymous
Special Olympics
Hanson Enterprises
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2015 Congregational Meeting Minutes
After a quorum had been met, Pastor Brett Jenkins opened the meeting with prayer at 1:34pm.
Victor Houtz, First Vice President of council, led the meeting. The first order of business was to approve minutes from
Feb. 2nd, 2014 and July 20, 2014 congregational meetings. A motion was made to approve February meeting, seconded
and approved by the congregation. Another motion was made to accept the July congregational meeting minutes,
seconded and also approved by the congregation.
The nominations committee recommended four senior members to Church Council: Diane Dickison, Paula Hallock,
Donald Paynter and Emil Suarez. Nominations were opened to the floor; none noted. Jeff Gilbert made a motion to
accept the nomination committee’s recommendation and seconded by Jane Person. The congregation approved the
nominees. Thanks and appreciation was given to the outgoing council members: Butch Herfurth, Thom Happel, DeeDee
Norman, Melissa Boyer and Maggie Palaski.
The nomination committee also recommended the following: Glenn Higbie, Alma Weber and Diane Dickson as ELCA
Synod Assembly Delegates (one year terms), Alexandra Meisse and Shawn Downey as Youth Representatives (one year
terms) and Jessica Zugel and Denise Fleitman as Ark II Representatives (two year terms). Nominations were opened to
the floor. None received. A motion to accept the nominations was received and seconded. Motion carried.
RECEPTION OF REPORTS:
Pastor Brett presented his Senior Pastor’s Report. No questions were presented.
Victor Houtz presented the rest of the committee reports. A motion to approve the reports was made by Bev Streck and
seconded by Shirley Frable. Motion approved by the congregation.
FINANCIAL REPORTS - Presented by Brian Powers
2014 Finances: Review and Highlights were presented. The surplus for 2014 is $53,628.00.
Bruce Lamson presented his concerns about the declining attendance of 2014 and asks everyone to reach out to those
who stopped coming to church.
2013 Surplus – 10% was dispersed to appointed benevolences. Council approved to use the remainder to upgrade our
sound systems in the church sanctuary and the Light House.
2015 Proposed Budget – Brian explained the proposed increases for 2015, in regards to the Youth Committee, Stephen
Ministry Program, Tech Committee, Building Upkeep and Future Staffing Needs.
The floor was open for discussion: Denise DeVivo made a motion to ask the congregation to approve a health benefit
monthly stipend of $300.00 per staff member working over 15 hours per week. Victor and Brian explained that this has
been discussed by the Pastoral Relations Committee and the Personnel Committee and felt like the immediate need is
for an assistant. Once an assistant is in place, this issue will be revisited. Janet Catina suggested that this is something
we should budget for in the future once all of the parameters have been discussed and examined. Dave Becthel
seconded the motion. A motion and a second were approved to close the discussion. Denise amended her motion to a
monthly stipend of $200.00 per staff member working 15 hours or more per week. Dave Bechtel seconded the
amended motion. By a show of hands, the motion was defeated. Brian stated that once the new staff member is in
place, this issue will be revisited.
A motion to approve the 2015 budget was made by Jane Person with a second by Mitch Klein. Motion carried.
2014 Surplus Dispersement -
10% Benevolence - $5,362.00
New Hire Transition - $5000.00
Pay back old debt (Contingency Fund) - $20,837.86
New Computers - $1800.00
Total Remaining - $20,628.33
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Floor open to discussion – Opinions were presented that the reason for our surplus is due to the absence of a staffing
position. Declining attendance was also revisited by Jeff Gilbert with an emphasis to look internally and stop the
negative decline. Find out why people are not coming and invite them back.
Debbie Lamson asked us to ask the Lord to put just one person on our hearts and invite them back.
Sue Butz commented that we need to get more young people involved in our church.
Don Paynter reassured everyone not to panic that the numbers are down.
A motion to approve the 2014 surplus dispersement was made by Janet Catina and a second by Don Palaski. Motion
approved by the congregation.
Victor Houtz proposed to have a congregation wide event to talk about the evangelism issues at large.
Pastor Brett- Presented the proposed Constitution and By-laws changes.
Section C13.04.a and C13.04.b of the constitution were read and explained as to why the changes are needed. Victor
Houtz made a motion to approve the new changes with a second by Brian Powers. The congregation approved the
motion. These changes will not take effect until the Synod Council approves them this spring. (See 2014 annual report
for details).
B.02.c.1 and B.05 of our by-laws were read and explained as to why the changes are needed. Motions were made for
each by-law change and seconded. Motions were passed. These changes will take effect immediately. (See 2014 annual
report for details).
Prayers for remembrance for those who have departed in 2014 were presented by Pastor Brett.
A prayer and a blessing were said for our new Prayer Shawl ministry.
The completed mortgage for the Light House was burned ceremonially.
The Doxology was sung and the meeting was declared closed at 3:25pm.
Respectfully submitted by Council Secretary,
Laura Von Zup
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Proposed Constitutional Changes – Feb. 2016
Current: Chapter 11. Officers
C11.01. The officers of this congregation shall be a president, first vice president, second vice president, secretary, and
treasurer.
a. Duties of the officers shall be specified in the bylaws.
b. The officers shall be voting members of the congregation.
c. Officers of this congregation shall serve similar offices of the Congregation Council and shall be voting
members of the Congregation Council.
d. If the Congregation Council elects its officers, vice presidents, shall be selected from the elected membership of the Congregation Council. The treasurer and secretary need not be an elected member of the
Congregation Council. If the treasurer or secretary is not a member of Congregation Council, they shall
have voice but not vote at the meetings of the Congregation Council.
C11.02. The pastor shall be president of the congregation and the Congregation Council. As the first order of business,
the newly-elected Congregation Council shall elect by written ballot the other officers of the congregation from
the Council, who shall serve for one year or until their successors are elected. Their terms shall begin at the
Council meeting at which they are elected.
Proposed:
C11.01
Chapter 11. Officers
The officers of this congregation shall be a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
a. Duties of the officers shall be specified in the bylaws.
b. The officers shall be voting members of the congregation.
c. Officers of this congregation shall serve similar offices of the Congregation Council and shall be voting
members of the Congregation Council.
d. If the Congregation Council elects its officers, the president, vice president, and secretary shall be selected
from the elected membership of the Congregation Council. If the treasurer is not selected from the elected
membership of the Congregation Council, the treasurer shall have voice but not vote at the meetings of the
Congregation Council.
C11.02. The Congregation Council shall elect its officers and they shall be the officers of
the congregation. The
officers shall be elected by written ballot and shall serve for one year or until their successors are elected.
Their terms shall begin at the close of the annual meeting at which they are elected.
Current: Chapter 12. Congregation Council
C12.01. The voting membership of the Congregation Council shall consist of the pastor(s) and twelve members of the
congregation, at least two of whom shall be a youth who have not attained legal age serving a one year term.
Any voting member of the congregation may be elected, subject only to the limitation on the length of
continuous service permitted in that office. A member’s place on the Congregation Council shall be declared
vacant if the member a) ceases to be a voting member of this congregation or b) is absent from four successive
regular meetings of the Congregation Council without cause. Consistent with the laws of the state in which this
congregation is incorporated, the congregation may adopt procedures for the removal of a member of the
Congregation Council in other circumstances.
Proposed: Chapter 12. Congregation Council
C12.01.
The voting membership of the Congregation Council shall consist of the pastor(s), and 14 members of the
congregation, at least one of whom shall be a youth and at least one of whom shall be a young adult. Any
voting member of the congregation may be elected, subject only to the limitation on the length of continuous
service permitted in that office. A member’s place on the Congregation Council shall be declared vacant if the
member a) ceases to be a voting member of this congregation or b) is absent from four successive regular
meetings of the Congregation Council without cause. Consistent with the laws of the state in which this
congregation is incorporated, the congregation may adopt procedures for the removal of a member of the
Congregation Council in other circumstances.
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The Nominating Committee
Pastor Scott Smith, Laura Young, Mitch Klein, Tom Lawrence, Victor Houtz, Paula Hallock, Amanda
Balas
Report of The Nominating Committee Of Church Council
Currently there are 4 openings for 3-year-term positions, 1 opening for a 2-year term position
and 2 openings for 1-year term positions that we will be voting on at the annual meeting.
The nominating committee met and proposed the following members to be nominated to church
council:
Alma Weber
Ed Jones
Butch Herfurth
Karl Scott
Brian Powers
Jerry Kramer
Victor Houtz
Beth Ross
Sue Butz (1 year term only)
Gloria Handling (1 year term only)
2 youth/young adult positions
Chris Metzgar, Open Position
Ark II Delegates
Bill Molan, Deb Huber
Synod Delegates
2-3 Open Positions
Financial Secretary
Shirley Frable
Other nominations may be made from the floor at the congregational meeting.
Church Council Members
Pastor Scott Smith
Linda Barnas
Donald Paynter
Emil Suarez
Victor Houtz
Laura Young
Brian Powers
Tom Lawrence
Mitch Klein
Diane Dickison
Youth Members: Shawn Downey and Lexie Meisse
Church Council Officers
President:
1st Vice President: Victor Houtz
2nd Vice President: Chad Rupprecht
Paula Hallock
Glenn Higbie
Chad Rupprecht
Secretary: Laura Von Zup
Financial Secretary: Shirley Frable
Treasurer: Theresa Quinn
Church Council Members on Committees
Property
Donald Paynter
Finance
Emil Suarez
Christian Education
Lexie Meisse, Shawn Downey
Worship & Music
Pastor Scott,
Stewardship
Mitch Klein, Victor Houtz, Tom Lawrence
Community Service & Missions Laura Young
Evangelism
Ark II
Paula Hallock, Diane Dickison—Treasurer
Youth
Chad Rupprecht
Personnel
Glenn Higbie, Brian Powers, Linda Barnas, Victor Houtz
Pastoral Relations Committee--Victor Houtz, Dave Bechtel, Linda Barnas, Don Palaski
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Report from Council President
Dear Fellow Congregation Members,
As we enter 2016 we will be continuing the process of change here at Christ Hamilton. When I
look at the past annual reports it is clear we have been undergoing change for years. However the
beauty of our community of faith is our focus on Christ and the Word. We can be comforted and
assured that His will does provide for us.
During these times challenges truly test the devotion of all involved. Thru all of this I have had
the privilege to work closely with a very diligent and compassionate council, staff and committees of
the council. They have worked tirelessly and with boundless love in their hearts. My special thanks
to each of them for their dedication and service.
Lastly, it has been my honor to serve you. God’s will has guided my service and by my faith I
know that our church family will find its path to healing thru service to God and one another.
Please pray with me: Holy Father, giver of life and salvation, we thank you for your many blessings.
As your people we struggle each day and discern to discover your will for us and for our
congregation. Be with us Lord as we continue to follow your path and hold you above all other.
Amen
Yours in Christ,
Victor Houtz
Christian Education Committee Report
Christian Education is when the spirit of God is at the center of all faith building. That is one thing our
committee strives to do here at Christ Hamilton, keep all those involved in any of our programs, be it
the teacher/ presenter, or the student, growing and centered in the word of God. We feel everyone
should continue to learn and understand God’s word throughout their lifetime. You never outgrow the
Bible.
Sunday School always has some exciting faith building going on. Please consider, no matter
what your age, attending a Sunday school class to continue to grow in your own relationship with
God. Our Sunday School’s Lenten Mission Project for 2015 raised approx. $870 for God’s Global
Barnyard to help fund a family of farm animals through CLA World Hunger Organization. We thank all
the dedicated SS teachers that have returned this year and continue to teach God’s word with joy.
Christ Hamilton again experienced a successful 2 week Vacation Bible School program. The
VBS program is also written, planned, and shared by so many in our own Christ Hamilton family
which explains the success. The VBS program topic this year was “Camp Galilee” attended by 150
students and 100 teachers/assistants.
A Women’s Ministry Team was added to bring together women of all ages to share and learn
from one another’s life experiences. This team meets once a month.
As you can see our Christian Education Committee is at the heart of so much learning and
growing that goes on around here at Christ Hamilton making the involvement of so many of you very
important. God must love when so many enjoy sharing his word and giving Him the glory. You should
find a way to get more involved during this year of 2016.
In God’s Love,
Melody Border, Committee Chair
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2015 Vacation Bible School
Report
Beginning Balance
$3,513.11 $3,513.11
Deposits
Offering
ELCA for Hunger Donations
Total Donations
Balance
$1,557.44
$1,562.08
$3,119.52 $3,119.52
$6,632.63
Expenses
$
2,359.94
$
254.05
$
144.57
$
1,562.08
$
4,320.64
Supplies
Kitchen Supplies
Printing
Payout to ELCA
Total Expenses
Ending Balance
Average Daily Attendance 110
students
$
4,320.64
$2,311.99 $2,311.99
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Worship and Music Committee Report
The Worship and Music Committee accomplished many things in 2015. Here is a summary:
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We purchased oil candles for the altar.
We purchased an oil paschal candle which was first used on Easter Sunday.
We purchased a new sound system for the Sanctuary, which ISG installed.
We purchased a new sound system for the Light House, which Pastor Brett and Jim Hinton installed.
The 9:00 Easter service was moved to the Sanctuary.
Worship and Music hosted Coffee Hour in May.
Jane Person decorated the Committee of the Month bulletin board for the month of May.
We discontinued the Sunday evening service in September due to low attendance.
Pastor Scott was ordained at Christ Hamilton on July 26th. The service was in the Sanctuary followed by
a pot luck dinner in the Light House.
Pastor Scott started a Wednesday evening Evensong service in October. The service is every
Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. followed by a bible study on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month.
We introduced a hymn suggestion box at the 8:15 service. Congregants can add a favorite hymn to the
box. One hymn is selected out of the box on music Sundays.
Jerry Kramer created a set of guide lines for lectors to remember when they read the lessons.
Jim Hinton installed a lock on the sound system in the Light House.
We held Christmas Eve services at 3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.
Thanks to Pastor Brett, Pastor Scott, Denise Barker, Gail Haydt, Butch Herfurth, Bill Molan and Jane Person for
their faithful service.
Respectfully Submitted,
Donna Molan
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Senior High Youth Committee
In 2015, the Senior High Youth Group held weekly meetings on Sunday at 6:30pm. There is an active
group of approx 10 teens that attend each week. Highlights of the year were the winter retreat at
Spruce Lake, and the summer mission trip to York, PA. Plans for 2016 include a weekend retreat
January 29th-31st, and a mission trip in the summer.
Submitted by Angie Rupprecht, chairperson
Jr. High Youth Ministry 2014 Annual Report
1 Timothy 4:12 tells us, “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an
example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.” Our group has
dissected that verse throughout the year. (Both with the students as well as a committee.) Christ
Hamilton United Lutheran Church was represented by 35 students and chaperones this year at Youth
Quake. The leaders encouraged the students to redefine themselves based on the scripture and to
become more than what they are now.
As winter moved to Spring, we redefined the group from “Bring a Friend, they need Jesus Too”
(BAFTNJ2) to a Christ centered youth ministry helping out the students become the Christians they
were born to be. While we were sad to “lose” some of the students up to Sr. High this summer, we
know their spiritual growth will continue under the guidance of the Sr High leaders and Pastor Scott.
The second half of 2015 was also redefined with a new program. Each week has a lesson which
runs in a series based on a theme. You’ve probably seen the posters, “Under Cover” and “Is It
Safe?” Each year, new students create a new atmosphere and dynamic with the group. When laying
out the vision and direction for 2015-2016, we could see the fire in the students’ eyes when talking
about service, helping the community, and being the Christian they were born to be. Once again,
redefined.
Yes, Youth Group is still fun and games too, including things like lock-ins, hikes, Mazezilla, bonfires,
banana surgery, movies, Christmas Parties, and baby food roulette (we now understand why Gerber
doesn’t offer “Apple, Berries and Jalapenos” or “Apple Cobbler with Horseradish” as options).
If you or your child is in 6th through 8th grade, why don’t you come on out and check us out any
Sunday night.
Your Servants In Christ,
“Mr. Steve” and the Jr High Youth Ministry Team
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Stephen Ministry Report
The Stephen Ministry program at Christ Hamilton is completing its fourth year. This past year, 5
Stephen Ministers have been trained (50 hour training program). They include: Marianne Nichols,
Joan Loveless, Bud Bonser, Bruce Lamson and Andy Porter. In addition, Kelly Palaski attended
Leadership training in St. Louis. We now have four active Stephen Leaders: Carolyn Jones,
Kathleen Hinton, Kelly Palaski and Denise DeVivo.
At present, we have 18 Stephen Ministers and we are in 13 caring relationships. This past year, we
have had 20 care receivers, and our Stephen Ministers put in over 700 hours meeting with their care
receivers. In addition, they have spent more than 900 hours in Supervision and Continuing
Education.
Stephen Ministry has sponsored coffee hours every other month, held two educational/spiritual
retreats, and has opened up a Stephen Ministry room in the Lighthouse that is available to anyone
who wants to talk individually with a Stephen Minister. In addition, as part of Continuing Education,
we have visited area nursing homes to learn more about the care that is offered. We have had
Christian Counselors as speakers at our retreats to confirm and reinforce the training that we have
had as caregivers.
In 2016, we plan to offer Stephen Ministry training in the Fall. We will work closely with the
Congregational Care coordinator and our Pastor to identify people in need. We hope to send 1-2
people to Leadership training.
Both men and women are encouraged to experience the comfort of having a Stephen Minister.
Those receiving care can be certain that their identity and discussions within their caring relationship
will be kept confidential. If you are in a place where you need someone to listen and the hand of
Christian love extended to you, our Stephen Ministers can play an important role in your life.
Please contact one of our Stephen Leaders, Carolyn Jones, Kathleen Hinton, Kelly Palaski or Denise
DeVivo for more information about this program.
Respectfully submitted,
Denise DeVivo
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Hamilton Church Women (HCW) Report 2015
Volunteers prepared and/or served 11 funeral dinners/desserts. Families only pay for the cost of the
food plus $1 per table (for placemats, coffee, dish detergent, etc.). This is an important ministry.
Thank you to all Christ Hamilton members who helped in any capacity with funeral dinners in 2015.
An important source of income for HCW ($752.47 in 2015) is the rebate provided by Weis Markets.
Thanks to Nicole Bittenbender for the work involved in submitting the tapes for the rebate. Please
continue to donate your Weis grocery tapes and encourage others to do the same by placing them in
the can in the Covenant House kitchen.
Funds in the HCW bank accounts insure our ability to maintain and replace kitchen supplies
(including propane) and equipment (including ice makers and refrigerators) as necessary. This year
$667.69 was spent to replace the thermostat in the commercial refrigerator in the Light House
kitchen. Special thanks to Jim Amici for commercially cleaning the refrigerator to eliminate any mold
that could contaminate the air circulating in the refrigerator.
Hamilton Church Women (HCW) Treasurer’s Report 2015
Checkbook Balance as of January 1, 2015
Checkbook Balance as of December 10, 2015
2448.42
711.80
CASH RECEIPTS/checking account
Funeral Dinners
Donations
Grocery Tapes (Rebate Weis)
TOTAL
1898.80
321.25
752.47
2972.52
CASH DISBURSEMENTS/checking account
Funeral Dinners
Kitchen Equipment
Kitchen Supplies
Kitchen Repairs
Transfer (to savings)
TOTAL
1991.38
90.00
160.07
667.69
1800.00
4709.14
Savings Account Balance as of January 1, 2015
Transferred from checking account
Interest deposited quarterly:
Savings Account Balance as of December 10, 2015
10650.87
1800.00
+ 5.81
12456.68
Respectfully submitted,
Theresa Quinn
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Community Service and Missions Report 2015
Committee Motto: Serving God through serving others. The committee met 6 times during the year.
Committee Members: Deborah Everett, Paula Hallock, Jane Person, Colleen Garis, Patti Seemayer,
Pat Van Varick, Laura Young, Debra Huber, and Gloria Handling.
Soup for Lenten Service: Committee members who provided 7 delicious soups for the March 18th
Lenten service.
Gluco Lodge: There are 40 residents at the home at this time. Committee members play bingo with
the residents 4 times a year. Congregation members provide cupcakes or brownies and bingo prizes
for each visit. On Holy Thursday an Easter treat including a chocolate egg, Hershey kisses, and
homemade bunny cookies was delivered to residents by Debby Everett. On November 8th committee
members baked apple tarts and pumpkin pies for the residents and on December 13th the committee
assembled bags of homemade cookies, candies, and clementines for a Christmas treat. Members of
the committee generously donate all supplies needed to bake pies and other items for Glucolodge
residents.
Touch a Truck event: Some members of the committee helped with this event.
Pocono Alliance: Members of the committee cooked and served a meal to approximately 60 people
on October 21st. Debby Everett provided Halloween bags for the children. The committee has a
budget of $120 and most of it was used to purchase chicken, green beans, and salad. Jane Person
provided potatoes and Kurt and Sonya Datesman provided bread and butter.
Pregnancy Resource Center: A cradle was placed in the Covenant House to accept donations of
items requested and Jane Person delivered several bags of diapers and other items to the center.
Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Network (PVEN): Donations collected on Harvest Home Sunday and the
Stroudsburg Junior High School fall food drive were donated to PVEN.
Congressional Christmas Card: This tradition began over 20 years ago. Instead of sending cards to
others in the congregation, a free-will donation to help PVEN is given by members whose name is
included on a Christmas card which is mailed to everyone in the congregation. This year 48 families
participated giving $553 to help families served by PVEN.
Pocono Area Transitional Housing (P.A.T.H. ): Donations of cleaning products, kitchen garbage bags,
laundry detergent, paper towels and bathroom tissue are always needed as well as items specifically
mentioned in the bulletin. These items may be donated directly to the house on N. 9th Street.
Greeting Cards for church members: Get well, sympathy, and other cards to send to church members
can be found on the lectern in the Covenant House lobby. Please look for and sign these cards each
Sunday.
Missons: The committee continues to search for someone to focus on missions. There were no
mission events during 2015.
Thank you to everyone who has volunteered or donated to the causes in this report. Without you, little
would be accomplished. Some community needs that come under the umbrella of community service
are handled directly though the church office. We thank the office staff for their help in meeting the
needs of the community.
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Respectfully submitted,
Jane Person, temporary chairperson filling in for Debby Everett
Focus Items: The committee chose 3 focus items: (1) More involvement with PVEN; (2) Help with the
soup kitchen: (3) Providing more services to shut-ins.
Congregational Care Committee Report
The Congregational Care Ministry is dedicated to the care of the members of Christ Hamilton. As
pastoral concerns are made known to the office, contact is made with the appropriate people to help,
as needed, during a crisis or situation.
The Congregational Care Ministry is committed to regularly visiting our shut-ins. At this time we have
8 people who have been paired up with our shut-ins and are committed to visiting or checking in with
them with at least once a month. We also have 12 Eucharistic Ministers. These people will help
Pastor Scott bring the word of God and the real presence of Christ through Holy Communion.
The Congregational Care Ministry works with Stephen Ministry by helping its leaders identify and pair
Care Givers with Care Receivers. During this time of transition, Stephen Ministers have also made
themselves available for hospital and nursing home visits and regular prayer time in the Stephen
Ministry Office.
It has been an honor and a privilege to serve Christ Hamilton in this ministry. Our church family is a
loyal and loving community. As 2016 begins, I am excited to watch the Congregational Care Ministry
continue to grow and bring the light of Christ into the world.
Respectfully submitted,
Kelly Palaski
Piecemakers Report
Piecemakers is a small group of dedicated women who meet regularly on the second and fourth
Tuesday at 9:30 AM in the Lighthouse for the purpose of creating tied quilts. During the year of 2015
we have contributed a total of 22 quilts to various organizations as follows: 6 child and 8 adult size to
PATH; 8 adult size to VALOR. Using your donated fabrics, we follow a simple procedure to create
these quilts. Our participants are dwindling and we could really use some additional help. We can
always use sewers, but talent/skill is not a requirement. If you can cut a square or tie a knot, you
could be part of this important mission. One Sunday each spring our quilts are on display in the
Church and the Covenant House during coffee hour. Thank you for your donations which make this
mission possible.
Submitted by Kathy Conville
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CHULC SNAP Group 2015 Report
The Singles N All People group (SNAP) sponsors fellowship events and opportunities for trips to
local places and events. We have a nice group of regulars taking time to develop friendships
and share some fun day trips. This year’s events included an afternoon antiquing at the Old
Engine Works, a movie night, Easton Indoor Farmer’s Market, a hike on the Bushkill Township
rail trail, the Blue Ridge Winery, the Mercer Museum in Doylestown, a tour of the Rodale Farm,
the Das Awksfest Autoshow, Bethlehem Veggie Festival, Coffee and Cars at Arts Quest, Pizza
and Wine at Sorrenti’s Vineyards, Columcille Monolithic Park, Easton’s Bacon Festival, and a
planned visit to Bethlehem Christmas Village. We look forward to 2016 events. The group
would like to expand this fellowship opportunity to everyone. Anyone is welcome to join
us! Invite a friend. Bring your spouse. Watch the church bulletin for future events. If you are
looking for fellowship or to just get out of the house, please join us.
Bev Streck: 570-992-2277
Bill Smyth: 570-992-7993
Evangelism Committee Report
First, a big heartfelt Thank you to our fearless Leader Dee Dee Norman who retired and
moved to Washington. We miss you Dee Dee and we thank you for all your years of service on
Evangelism and many other committees at Christ Hamilton!! Evangelism… which means “Sharing
the Good News of Jesus Christ” is something we are all called to do…but the Evangelism committee
seems to be the committee that no one signs up for…but everyone IS a part of. We are ALL called to
spread the Good News of Jesus Christ and Share His Love!!! So for now .. We are small but mighty
and we are not giving up. We always welcome new members!!!
Evangelism continues the programs and activities we have done in the past… We organize
the new member welcome dinners, restock the Little Lutheran activity bags to welcome children into
the worship service, send e-cards to members to send to their friends to welcome them to church,
and host the prayer vigil on Holy Saturday welcoming others into the sanctuary to pray. We supported
the Lenten Soup and Sandwich events. We supported the Back from Summer Musical Concert event
in Light House. We supported the Blessing of Animals Service. We continue our Prayer Shawl
Ministry and thank all those who made shawls with prayers for those who need to be wrapped in
prayer.
Evangelism started a “Share the Word” Good News message sent on email, and on the
Homepage, and on FaceBook. We hope this verse or message will touch your heart with God’s word
and you will pass it on! It is so important we share the Love of Christ with others… our friends, our
family, and our church family!!!
In Christ’s Love,
Debbie Kolb and the Evangelism committee
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Property Committee Report
Dear Church Members,
I would like to begin by thanking all of the volunteers around the congregation and point out
that without their cooperation we would not have been able to get near as much accomplished in
2015. This year we made no major changes to the sanctuary. We did continue to try to make the Ark
II building and the Sanctuary safer by removing 3 large trees that were in decline which created a
safety hazard to the people and buildings beneath.
There were major changes in the Covenant house, moving the Library to a larger space, then
creating genealogy and heritage rooms for church documents to be viewed. We have begun the
process of developing a plan for the future maintenance of the building, addressing a very old roof,
leaky windows and making the exterior of the building lower maintenance.
In the graveyard, we have begun repairs on the wall, which has fallen into decay over the past
several years. We hope to restore the wall over the next several years. There were no major
projects in the Light House or the church office. It was recently found that the Parsonage has some
water issues, which have been mostly corrected, and this spring we hope to have the rest of the
remediation completed.
We are always looking for additional members. Anyone interested in joining our committee
please contact any of the members. Regular members are Thom Happel, Ralph Meisse, Buddy
Stephani, Ron Bittenbender, Jim Hinton, Laura Von Zup, Janis Bechtel, Don Paynter and Kevinn
Kramer. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00pm in the Light House. We welcome
everyone! If you know of something that we are unaware of and requires work, please let us know.
Again, we do want to thank everyone that helped in all ways throughout the year in what ever
capacity you helped. We greatly appreciate anything and everything you all do to help with the
upkeep of our Beautiful Complex.
God is Good all the Time!!
Buddy Stephani
Lamb’s Wool Report
This year, the Lamb’s Wool program provided Operation Christmas Child with a total of 1,321
sweaters to warm cold and needy children around the world. Christ Hamilton knitters were able to
provide a total of 139 beautifully knitted and crocheted sweaters for this worthwhile cause. A huge
thank you goes out to all of our knitters, those who supplied us with yarn, and those who supported
us with prayers for these special children. May God bless you all!
Respectfully Submitted by Candy Forry
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Stewardship Committee
The chart below shows the trend of financial support over the past four years. We don’t want to
focus solely on the financial aspects of stewardship, but financial support is necessary in
accomplishing our goal of Preaching the Gospel and making a positive impact on our surrounding
community. Due to the Pastor’s resignation, and Consecration Sunday being pushed back to the first
Sunday in December our pledge totals our down. Within the following months we will be receiving
more pledges and our 2015 giving number will rise.
2012
Completed Estimate of All
giving Sources
Income (All Sources)
2013
2014
2015
Average
110
93
73
79
89
$494,901
$481,015
$528,649
$211,998
$429,141
Trend of Giving
2014
2012
2013
Average
2015
As the Committee Chairperson I want to extend my sincere thanks to the following individuals.
First of all I want to thank Steve Metzger for his inspirational sermon on Consecration Sunday. I
would also like to thank the following Committee members – Amanda Balas, Victor Houtz, Mitch
Klein, Tom Lawrence, Fred Robertson and Keith Von Zup for their input and service.
Besides the financial support of the congregation, it is vital that members of the congregation
continue to donate their personal time and talents to the mission of Christ Hamilton. Our Church
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Family continues to give generously of their time and talents. Our next Time and Talents Sunday is
scheduled for February 28th, 2016.
This year we introduced a Quiz Bowl Contest as part of our Stewardship Mission. The
purpose of the Quiz Bowl was to foster a friendly competition and highlight that the winners would be
able to make a financial donation to the Church ministry of their choice. The Committee also wanted
to remind the congregation that Christ Hamilton supports 40 separate ministries that have a
significant and dynamic impact on the local community. The donation prize was funded by free will
donations of the Stewardship Committee. The first prize winner was Melissa Boyer and the second
prize winner was Janis Bechtel. Both Melissa and Janis donated $255 in total to the PVEN Ministry. It
will be interesting to see how the reigning champs perform in next year’s competition. Stay Tuned!!
Respectfully Submitted;
The Stewardship Committee
Softball Report:
It was another successful softball season for Christ Hamilton. We ended up with a 13-9 record and
advanced well into the playoffs before losing. We have a great group of people who all get along on
and off the field and while we can be as competitive as they come, we always remember that it’s the
fun and fellowship that brings us together. We are always looking for new players so if anybody is
interested for next year please contact Darren Landro (570) 977-8984.
In Christ,
Darren Landro
Personnel Committee Report
The Personnel Committee will work at the direction of council on supervisory procedures,
preparation of summary data for council regarding the performance assessment of the Sr. Pastor,
consultation with the Sr. Pastor on staffing needs, interviewing at direction of council for office and
facilities openings, and assisting with search and/or call committee related items for any pastoral or
programmatic staff openings.
This past year was a very intense one for the Committee. What started out to be a review of
staffing, organization and committee structure, procedures, benefits, as well as consultation and
participation in the search and hiring of a Pastor evolved into something very different resulting in the
resignation of the Sr. Pastor.
The Committee, together with internal and external professional support, worked diligently with the
Sr. Pastor, Pastor, and Staff to deal with all of the personnel issues prior to and following the resignation.
We pray for resolution of all issues, peace among the congregation members and the ability to return to
our normal responsibilities in the coming year.
In Christ,
Glenn Higbie, Chair
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Christ Hamilton Seniors Report
Christ Hamilton Seniors Treasurer’s Report
Balance as of December 31, 2015
Receipts
Dues
Food & Supplies
PVEN Collection
Day Trips
PVEN Christmas Donation
Total Receipts
Total Funds Available
Disbursements
Food & Supplies
PVEN Donation
Day Trips
Memorials
Microphone System
Total Disbursements
Balance as of December 31, 2012
$ 980.22
$ 105.00
102.80
120.34
1,635.50
115.00
2,078.64
$3,058.86
84.37
139.19
1,500.88
50.00
105.99
1,880.43
$1,178.43
Submitted by,
Shirley Frable, Treasurer
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Ark II Preschool
Annual Report for 2015
Current Staff:
T-TH 3 year old Class
M-W-F Pre-K Class
Pre-K Plus Class
Registrar
Kathy Humphreys (Teacher)
Katie Wynne (Assistant)
Kathy Humphreys (Teacher)
Marlene DeAngelis (Assistant)
Toni Ann Arena (Teacher)
Patti Seemayer (Assistant)
Colleen Garis
Current Ark II Board Officers:
Chairperson:
Debra Huber
Treasurer:
Diane Dickison
Secretary:
Denise Fleitman
Current Board Members:
Debra Huber, Diane Dickison, Denise Fleitman, Cooper Marotta, Paula Hallock, Colleen Garis, Amanda
Yetter, Cheryl Custard, Dorothy O’Toole, Pastor Scott Smith
Ark II continues to fulfill the mission of teaching God’s children one by one and serving the needs of children
and their families in our church and surrounding community. Ark II Preschool children continue to learn and
grow with an exceptional staff devoted to the spiritual, social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of
each and every child. Our Norton Scholarship Fund benefitted from the Touch-a-Truck Fundraiser in the
spring of 2015 with $2,346 additional funds to help families in need afford preschool tuition.
There has been a lot of staff transition in the past year. The Director position was passed from Kim Kryman to
Jessica Zugel in the spring of 2015 and then to Sarah Raley in the fall of 2015. Kim Kryman moved into a
teaching position in the Pre-K Plus classroom for the fall and then resigned in October to serve the needs of
her family. Toni Ann Arena, who was hired to teach in our 2 year old program which closed due to underenrollment, transitioned into the Pre-K Plus classroom thriving under her instruction. Amendment: Director
Sarah Bentz offered her resignation in December.
Changes in our program include an expanded Pre-K Plus enrollment option to include a new 3 day option in
addition to the 5 day option we have traditionally offered.
We have invested in the increased safety of our school environment and practices by instituting a new notolerance, no-firearms policy and a no-smoking policy. We have restructured our fire, safety, and weather drill
policy to include scheduled drills. As a result of our CPR staff training, we found we do not currently have an
AED to serve children and are looking to purchase one as soon as possible through the Moyer Foundation. We
also anticipate improving the safety of our playground with additional mulch under the elements.
As we remain dedicated to enriching the overall Ark II experience, we have kept faith teaching a priority. The
children participate in monthly Chapel Time with Pastor Scott, monthly Bible verses, and daily faith teaching.
The children are also enjoying the continuation of the “Fruit of the Spirit” curriculum during their daily faith time.
Debra Huber
Ark II Board President
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Ark II Treasury Report
School Year July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015
Credit
Class Tuition
$58,228.94
Lunch Bunch Tuition
$6,320.00
Charitable Donations
$774.83
Field Trips
$1,193.25
Scholarship Distribution from Norton Fund
$1,204.00
Touch-A- Truck Donations
$1,202.59
Total
$68,923.61
Disbursements
Advertising
$584.99
Christmas Program Materials
$68.54
Classroom Set-Up
$310.00
Cleaning Supplies
$24.84
CPR/First Aid
$340.10
Discounts (Multi Student, Prepaid Tuition)
$2,016.44
Insurance/Worker’s Compensation
$1,374.00
Lunch Bunch Material
$109.60
Office Overhead
$1,608.39
Payroll – Staff
$59,846.38
Program Supplies
$1,832.70
Reimbursables
$1,585.89
Scholarships
$1,204.00
Teacher Allotment
$995.60
Teaching Resources
$107.84
Touch A Truck Expenses
$395.35
Utilities
$1,648.88
Total
$74,053.54
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Cub Pack 84
Cub Pack 84 Financial Report
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Annual Report 2015
Boy Scout Troop 84 Annual Report 2015
The entire year, and the entire Scouting program can be wrapped up in a statement from our troop's
very own Tenderfoot Scout, William Cordero. Upon seeing his first shooting star on a very cold
campout in Cherry Springs, PA in March of this year, he said, "This is why I love being in Scouts. It
gives me the opportunity to do and see things most people don't get to experience."
We could talk about the hundreds of Merit Badges earned in 2015, the Eagle Scout
ceremonies, the 700+ miles logged under our boots, Summer Camp in Maryland, Black Bears
stealing a backpack on the Appalachian Trail, the 100+ hours of service we've provided to the
community, or even the plans for sailing around the Florida Keys in 2016 and it still doesn't even
scratch the surface of what Scouting is about.
The Scout Law starts with "A Scout is trustworthy" and ends with "reverent." With 10 other
values of a fine upstanding man sandwiched in between, it is no mistake that trustworthy and reverent
provide a boundary for the Law. They secure every other value in its place. Without truth and
reverence, everything else falls short.
The Troop ended the year registering 23 youth and 24 adult leaders (including the last 3 Eagle
Scouts plus one Eagle candidate). By the time this report is published, he should be an Eagle Scout.
Ask me at the Annual Meeting (if you don't see me dancing around before that!)
The year started with the Troop helping out a Webelos Scout earning his Arrow of Light to prepare
him to move onto Boy Scouts. He crossed over to our Troop for a while and then eventually joined
another Troop. The lesson for our Scouts was, remain true and always do what's right. The year
ended with them understanding why this is so important; the troop received a check for $1000 out of
the goodness of a couple's heart. May God bless that couple for their generous gift.
From all of the scouts and leaders of your Troop 84, thank you Christ Hamilton for the
continued support, a place to meet, and the blessings of the congregation. God Bless You All!
Yours in Christ,
Steve Metzgar
Scoutmaster, Troop 84
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Boy Scouts of America Financial Report
Troop 84
Scoutmaster: Steven Metzgar
Financial Statement 2015
Prepared by Kim Kryman, Treasurer
ACCOUNTS
INCOME
Boy Scout Activities/Outings
Awards, Badges, etc.
Scout Hats, Shirts, etc.
Spaghetti Dinner
Campouts
Popcorn Fundraiser
Wreath Fundraiser
Donations/Miscellaneous Expenses
Annual Court of Honor Dinner
Summer Camp
Recharter
Jazz Fest Fundraiser
Meat Stick Fundraiser
Mulch Fundraiser
TOTALS
EXPENSE
340.00
0.00
0.00
1388.00
980.00
3480.00
836.00
1947.00
245.00
11476.00
2205.00
840.00
538.00
7524.00
905.00
0.00
518.00
245.00
2131.00
3645.00
182.00
56.00
701.00
15539.00
1598.00
249.00
801.00
5216.00
$31,799.00
$31,786.00
ACCT
510/610
615
518/618
520/620
530/630
540/640
545/645
550/650
555/655
580/680
590/690
548/648
549/649
544/644
Troop Assets and (Liabilities)
Minsi Trails Council Store Account
ESSA Checking Account
$0.00
$7,817.30
(3,228.05)
(200.00)
(1412.68)
Scout Accounts Total
Robert Reeder Foundation Reserve
Matt Pella Reserve
Net Checking - Available Troop Balance
$2,976.57
Petty Cash
$0.00
Capital Equipment (after depreciation)
$0.00
Total Assets less Liabilities = Net Worth
$2,976.57
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Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church
FINANCIAL REPORT
December 31, 2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION II
Report of Finance Committee Chairperson
Pg 35
December 31, 2013 BALANCE SHEET Footnotes
Pg 36-38
Pg 38
2013 OFFERING & RECEIPTS
Footnotes
Pg 39-40
Pg 39-40
2013 DISBURSEMENTS
Footnotes
Pg 41-44
Pg 44
2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
Income
Expense & Footnotes
Pg 45-49
Pg 45
Pg 46-49
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CHRIST HAMILTON UNITED LUTHERAN CHURCH
REPORT OF THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
DECEMBER 31, 2013
To the Members of Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church:
The following financial information is provided to inform you of the results of our 2013 contributions
and disbursements. The information was compiled from the books and records of our Church
Treasurer and is unaudited. However, the Finance Committee believes the results to be fairly and
accurately presented. The books will be audited over the next few months by our volunteer audit
committee.
Our total operating receipts for 2013 were $500,307.88 versus $490,207.39 in 2012, an increase of
2.1%. Disbursements for 2013 were $465,793.83 compared to $490,207.39 in 2012, a decrease of
5.2%. As you can see, we ended 2013 with a surplus of $34,514.05 due primarily to member’s
contributions in response to our Faith Challenge and lower staffing expenses. Your support to our
ministry in Christ has been greatly appreciated.
The balance on our mortgage at the end of 2013 was $46,075.61. Looking ahead, the 2014 Budget
will have the Light House mortgage payments included in the Operating Budget.
If you have any questions regarding the financial information as it is presented, please direct your
inquiries to one of the Finance Committee members listed below. We will be happy to clarify any
matters which are unclear to you.
Yours in Christ,
Glenn Higbie, Chairman
Donna Faulstick, Treasurer
Shirley Frable, Secretary
Ron Bittenbender
Kathleen Hinton
Pr Brett Jenkins
Bill Molan
Don Palaski
Brian Powers
Jennifer Singer
Emil Suarez
Steven Tomlin
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Report of the Finance Committee
December 31, 2013
Balance Sheet
Assets
Cash Accounts
Checking Account Bal
Petty Cash
First Keystone Comm Bk-Checking(1)
First Keystone Comm Bk-Savings (2)
Total
2013
7,956.34
250.00
0.00
10,743.52
18,949.86
2012
3,970.45
250.00
506.81
14,224.09
18,951.35
Savings-Memorial
Savings-Contingency
Pastor Discretionary
Pastors Continuing Ed
Library Fund
Youth Group Activity Fund
Van Fund
Missionary Education
Asst to the Pastor Cont. Ed.
Mens Fellowship Fund
Worship Fund
Music Dept Fund
Bear Creek Scholarship
Christian Education Fund
Pastors Discretionary-Counseling
Cemetery Fund
Reserve for Transition (4)
Endowment Fund (3)
Stephen Ministries Fund(9)
Ministry Training Fund
Total
43,147.54
5,719.85
6,530.11
1,423.12
1,812.74
10,571.06
-43.75
3,927.30
0.00
587.50
130.00
874.01
627.92
890.57
3,765.00
1,200.00
363.12
120,298.94
23,208.44
1,089.80
226,123.27
60,712.97
-34,602.24
6,910.11
916.11
1,812.74
9,394.69
788.95
2,099.95
826.80
651.88
130.00
849.01
627.92
890.57
2,540.00
1,200.00
363.12
128,690.89
0.00
0.00
184,803.47
Total
458,936.69
477,293.15
147,091.27
3,641.60
214,585.62
1,681,575.02
22,165.57
5,241.20
3,010,530.12
454,407.51
472,493.15
144,091.27
3,641.60
211,265.62
1,679,028.56
22,165.57
5,241.20
2,992,334.48
Total
74,390.71
75,141.25
2,763.74
57,031.00
27,012.49
21,678.32
258,017.51
74,390.71
75,141.25
2,763.74
57,031.00
22,632.49
21,488.32
253,447.51
Cash Savings Accounts
Fixed Assets
Buildings (5)
Fixed Assets-Church
Fixed Assets-Covenant House
Fixed Assets-Parsonage
Fixed Assets-Storage Shed
Fixed Assets-Lotz Property
Lighthouse
Pavilion
Parsonage Garage
Contents
Contents-Church
Contents-Covenant House
Contents-Storage Shed
Contents-Stained Glass
Contents-Lotz Bldg
Contents-Lighthouse
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December 31, 2013
Balance Sheet (Continued)
Total
2013
31,390.00
178,581.73
3,287.47
20,904.94
234,164.14
2012
31,390.00
178,581.73
3,287.47
20,904.94
234,164.14
Prepaid Insurance
Fuel Oil And Gasoline Storage
Office & Worship Supplies
Total
2,846.67
1,700.00
5,279.87
9,826.54
2,967.01
1,700.00
3,580.27
8,247.28
20.00
12,513.24
12,533.24
3,770,144.68
1,534.51
13,183.83
14,718.34
3,706,666.57
638.50
857.42
46,075.61
46,714.11
67,714.20
68,571.62
3,688,916.52
34,514.05
3,723,430.57
3,638,094.95
0.00
3,638,094.95
3,770,144.68
3,706,666.57
Other Assets
Church Van (6)
Parking Lot Improvements
Playground Improvements
Maintenance Equipment
Prepaid Expenses
Endowment Funds
Robacker Funds (7)
Endowment Funds (8)
Total
Total Assets
Liabilities
Current Liablilities
Payroll Taxes Payable
Local Tax W/H Payable
Long Term Liabilities
Mortgage Payable (9)
Total Liabilities
Congregational Net Worth
Congregational Net Worth
Current Surplus
Total Congregational Net Worth
Total Liabilities & Congregational Net Worth
Footnotes to Balance Sheet:
(1) First Keystone Community Bank Checking Account
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
Applied to Principal of Mortgage
Ending Balance 12/31/13
(2)First Keystone Community Bank Savings
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
$506.81
-$506.81
$0.00
$3,362.36
$10,901.73
$14,264.09
Receipts: Transfer from operating
Interest
Total Receipts
Disbursed: Mortgage Principal
Mortgage interest
Additional Principal
Parsonage Roof-flashing
Total Disbursements
Ending Balance 12/31/13
Building Funds
Building Funds
Future Operating Funds
$20,315.88
$5.58
$20,321.46
$17,769.42
$2,546.46
$3,362.36
$163.79
-$24,348.84
$10,743.52
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Footnotes to Balance Sheet: (Continued)
(3) Endowment Fund-First Northern Bank-Saving
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
Designated Offerings
Interest Earned
Less Interest portion disbursed:
Parsonage Roof
Less Principal portion disbursed:
Covenant House Siding
Lotz office Porch Roof
Covenant House Sidewalks
Ending Balance 12/31/13
$128,690.89
$800.00
$75.13
$624.78
$4,800.00
$3,320.00
$529.18
$120,223.81
$75.13
$120,298.94
Total
Principal portion
Interest portion
(4) Balance to be used by Pastor Jenkins for CORE gatherings
(5) Based on previously appraised values.
(6) Does not reflect the current trade-in or book value.
(7) Robacker Fund-First Northern Bank & Trust-Checking
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
Receipts from McGown/Norman Memorial
$4,000.00
Miscellaneous
$20.00
Disbursed: Parsonage roof
Church Front Porch replacement
Ending Balance 12/31/13
$1,534.51
$4,000.00
$1,534.51
$4,020.00
$5,534.51
$20.00
(8)Endowment Fund-First Northern Bank & Trust-Statement Savings
$13,183.83
Beginning Balance 1/1/13
Receipts- Interest earned
$6.33
Disbursed-Parsonage roof flashing
$676.92
$12,513.24
Ending Balance 12/31/13
Summary of Endowment Fund:
2013 Value
120,298.94
20.00
12,513.24
132,832.18
FNB Passbook Saving
Robacker FNB Checking
Endowment-FNBMoney Market
Investment Value
2012 Value
128,690.89
1,534.51
13,183.83
143,409.23
Endowment Interest money was used to repair the flashing on the parsonage in the amount of $2836.21 plus
$163.79 from future operating funds totaling $3000 for flashing. Principal money from Endowment account in
the amount of $4,800 was used for Covenant House siding and window replacement; $3,320 was used for Lotz
office porch replacement and $529.18 for Covenant House sidewalk replacement.
(9) Bequest monies were received from the Carol Derrer Estate for Stephen Ministry Continuing Education.
In 2009 the mortgage was renegotiated with First Keystone Community Bank at an interest rate of 4.46%
effective 6/20/09. The monthly payment is $1,692.99. We will renegotiate the mortgage by 6/20/14, if it is not
paid in full by that date.
Monthly mortgage payments for 2014 have been included in the operating budget .
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December 31, 2013
Offerings and Other Receipts
Current White Envelope/Faith Challenge(1)
Loose Plate
(2)
Benevolence Envelope
Initial Offering for Cost of Envelopes
Building Rental Fees
Ark II Donations
Reception Donations
(3)
Interest Earned
Church School Offerings
Holiday
Envelopes (4)
12 Months
2012
2013
Increase
(Decrease)
426,124.49
419,100.24
7,024.25
16,441.00
14,951.83
1,489.17
3,103.00
4,667.00
(1,564.00)
661.00
323.00
338.00
3,340.19
5,415.00
(2,074.81)
0.00
1,666.63
(1,666.63)
251.00
74.50
176.50
19.98
35.07
(15.09)
2,606.58
3,488.30
(881.72)
22,552.50
29,821.00
(7,268.50)
(5)
13,637.27
25,375.66
(11,738.39)
World Ministry Receipts (6)
12,622.26
12,627.86
(5.60)
34,678.93
26,711.60
7,967.33
16,931.27
552,969.47
20,470.42
564,728.11
(3,539.15)
(11,758.64)
0.00
310.30
20,470.42
458.15
(20,470.42)
(147.85)
Memorial Gifts
21,123.65
13,015.20
8,108.45
Designated Offering (8)
Total Designated Gifts
31,227.64
52,661.59
40,576.95
74,520.72
(9,349.31)
(21,859.13)
500307.88
490,207.39
Miscellaneous Receipts
Designated Receipts
(7)
Building Funds
Subtotal Gross Receipts
Less: Designated Gifts
12 Months
2013
Building Fund
Van Fund
Net Operating Receipts
Footnotes to Offering and Other Receipts:
(1) White Envelope includes a Faith Challenge of $25,569 of those who gave more than pledged amount.
(2) Includes $7,204.00 in Thrivent Choice Dollars that were designated to Christ Hamilton
(3) Offset by $554.81 in disbursements in 2013 which equals a net expense of $303.81.
(4) Holiday Envelopes
Easter
Lent & Ash Wednesday
Good Friday
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Christmas Gift of Thanksgiving
Total
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2013
5,426.00
2,573.50
745.00
739.00
13,069.00
0.00
22,552.50
2012
4,221.00
2,930.00
596.00
1,380.00
12,484.00
8,210.00
29,821.00
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Footnotes to Offering and Other Receipts: (Continued)
(5) Miscellaneous Receipts
2013
2012
Altar Flowers
1,923.00
2,454.50
Member Reimbursement
4,308.42
8,587.15
171.95
336.50
9.00
86.17
Copier Reimbursement
Other Misc (Nursery,bulletins, etc)
Men's Breakfast
622.00
844.00
Mission Ed-Serrv
929.90
2,824.19
5,673.00
13,637.27
10,243.15
25,375.66
2013
2012
490.00
420.00
Hunger Relief Envelopes
5,985.00
5,114.00
PVEN
2,062.76
2,006.61
409.00
504.00
0.00
346.00
3,322.50
2,455.00
Mission Trips
Total
(6) World Ministry
Harvest Home
Blanket Sunday
Soup Kitchen
Missionary Support Fund
Kid's Against Hunger
0
386.00
0.00
50.00
353.00
0.00
0
12,622.26
1,346.25
12,627.86
2013
2012
21,123.65
13,015.20
Van Fund
310.30
458.15
Pastor's Descretionary Funds
220.00
525.00
Special Designated Offerings
80.00
829.00
10,319.98
11,099.25
0.00
10.00
Family Promise of Monroe County
Voice of the Martyrs
SD Cheyenne Reservation-Playground
Total
(7) Designated Receipts
Memorial Funds
Youth Ministry
Stephen Ministry
Cemetery Fund
0.00
200.00
Music Dept Fund
25.00
25.00
Endowment Fund
800.00
550.00
1,800.00
34,678.93
0.00
26,711.60
Thrivent/NALC Spirituality Event
Total
(8) This includes all World Ministry offerings, Designated Offerings, Youth Ministry, Pastor's Discretionary,
Men's Breakfast, Mission Ed.- SERRV., Mission Trips, Endowment Fund
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December 31, 2013
12 Months
2013
12 Months
2012
2013
Increase
(Decrease)
Church Bulletins
Offering Envelopes
Worship Supplies
Music Supplies
Piano And Organ Tuning
Worship Copywrite Licenses
Worship Service Technology
Total
888.30
2,906.85
968.44
2,268.35
1,080.00
770.72
499.00
9,381.66
1,276.01
3,149.27
1,087.70
2,220.76
775.50
691.20
0.00
9,200.44
(387.71)
(242.42)
(119.26)
47.59
304.50
79.52
499.00
181.22
Cradle Roll Expenses
Special Events Expenses
Teaching Supplies
Faith Gifts
Total
427.98
289.90
2,441.28
1,164.05
4,323.21
401.25
228.94
3,019.32
1,233.26
4,882.77
26.73
60.96
(578.04)
(69.21)
(559.56)
554.81
756.56
(201.75)
0.00
55.00
1,217.95
1,868.32
113.70
57.78
0.00
596.84
(55.00)
Disbursements
Worship Expenses
Christian Education Expenses
Committee Expenses
Hospitality And Reception (1)
Library Expense
Evangelism Expense
1,423.43
Stewardship Expense
761.22
Social Ministry Expense
162.94
Youth Ministry Expense
0.00
Volunteer Ministry Expense
Stephen Ministry Continuing Ed
Total
58.00
0.00
2,960.40
205.48
(1,107.10)
49.24
(57.78)
58.00
3,909.59
(596.84)
(1,705.75)
360.00
289.20
649.20
589.89
102.90
692.79
(229.89)
186.30
(43.59)
1,095.83
465.00
2,597.68
3,195.93
482.40
7,836.84
796.40
440.00
2,912.77
3,746.68
521.37
8,417.22
299.43
25.00
(315.09)
(550.75)
(38.97)
(580.38)
Other Miscellaneous Expenses
Church Annual Conferences
Other Current Expense (2)
Total
Office Overhead Expenses
Maintenance On Riso
Copier Maintenance
Office/Computer Supplies
Postage Expense
Technology
Total
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Disbursements (Continued)
Building Overhead Expenses
CH/Cov-Fuel Oil
CH/Cov Garbage Collection
CH/Cov-Repairs
Insurance Expense
Telephone Expense
CH/Cov-Electricity
Janitorial Supplies
Lotz/Barn Heat
Lotz/Barn Repairs
Property Taxes
Lotz/Barn Electric
LH Heat
LH Repairs/Maintenance
LH Electric
Snow Removal
Mortgage Payment (3)
Lawn Mowing & Tractor Expense
Total
12 Months
2013
12 Months
2012
2013
Increase
(Decrease)
14,757.86
1,200.00
1,989.79
9,834.05
1,993.93
5,780.73
2,261.51
4,127.51
896.85
910.29
2,147.47
10,088.91
1,099.46
5,522.87
1,931.00
20,315.88
1,826.54
86,684.65
11,877.73
1,200.00
4,739.08
9,284.21
2,004.88
5,856.85
3,204.71
3,416.44
820.50
910.29
2,122.80
7,588.65
2,323.01
5,700.99
1,279.83
0.00
2,071.35
64,401.32
2,880.13
0.00
(2,749.29)
549.84
(10.95)
(76.12)
(943.20)
711.07
76.35
0.00
24.67
2,500.26
(1,223.55)
(178.12)
651.17
20,315.88
(244.81)
22,283.33
85.32
375.02
(289.70)
915.00
1,395.00
29,618.16
9,847.92
220.00
6,635.71
21,076.68
23,158.47
13,299.88
6,462.25
9,817.26
9,082.20
2,123.85
2,057.50
1,600.20
1,174.95
(480.00)
Support Staff Salaries
Staff Mileage Reimbursement
Nursery Supervisor
Director Of Music
30,433.04
Asst Director Of Music
10,118.74
Organist-Supply
Secretarial
6,474.74
Sexton
20,004.84
Adm Assistant To Pastor
15,225.67
Dir Of Christian Education
13,666.72
Director Of Volunteers
Treasurer
6,982.27
10,792.72
FICA On Payroll
8,795.83
Medicare On Payroll
2,057.41
Workmen's Comp Insurance
1,942.04
Training Fund
332.12
Newsletter Editor
Total
Pastoral Disbursements
Pastor's Expense(Pr Jenkins)
150.00
Pastor's Salary-Base
FICA allowance-Pastor
Pension/Hospitalization-Pastor
Continuing Education-Pastor
Medical Deductible-Pastor
Housing Allowance-Pastor
Equity Allowance-Pastor
Book Allowance-Pastor
Pastor's Cell Phone
Total Pastor Expense
41
814.88
270.82
(70.00)
(160.97)
(1,071.84)
(7,932.80)
366.84
520.02
975.46
(286.37)
(66.44)
(115.46)
(1,268.08)
2,070.30
130,046.76
137,945.05
895.35
(7,898.29)
40,804.08
3,725.96
27,247.47
770.00
596.00
1,600.08
3,999.96
199.92
900.00
79,843.47
40,804.08
3,571.72
25,873.90
770.00
150.25
1,600.08
3,999.96
199.96
900.00
77,869.95
0.00
154.24
1,373.57
0.00
445.75
0.00
0.00
(0.04)
0.00
1,973.52
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Report of the Finance Committee
December 31, 2013
12 Months
2013
12 Months
2012
2013
Increase
(Decrease)
Asst Pastor Salary-Base
FICA allowance-Asst.Pastor
Housing Allowance-Asst.Pastor
Pension/Hospitalization-Asst.Pastor
Continuing Education-Asst. Pastor
Medical Deductible-Asst. Pastor
Asst. Pastor Cell Phone
Total Assistant Pastor's Expense
15,917.36
1,697.78
9,000.00
12,175.41
385.00
78.00
300.00
39,553.55
31,057.92
3,336.96
18,000.00
22,595.89
770.00
1,120.61
600.00
77,481.38
(15,140.56)
(1,639.18)
(9,000.00)
(10,420.48)
(385.00)
(1,042.61)
(300.00)
(37,927.83)
Auto-Pastor & Assistant
Staff Related Travel Expenses
Supply Pastor
Pastoral Care Assistant (Fred)
Pastoral Care Asst-fica exp
Pastoral Care Asst-medicare exp
Pastoral Care Asst-Medical Deduct
Pastoral Care Asst-telephone
5,620.65
0.00
150.00
10,493.68
650.68
152.08
1,600.00
208.26
5,562.24
62.24
0.00
11,693.78
724.94
169.51
1,600.00
300.00
58.41
(62.24)
150.00
(1,200.10)
(74.26)
(17.43)
0.00
(91.74)
26,180.78
45,056.13
164,453.15
25,176.74
45,289.45
200,640.78
1,004.04
(233.32)
(36,187.63)
545.00
3,858.91
4,001.76
471.80
1,738.62
10,616.09
572.98
3,858.91
2,860.67
437.78
1,722.58
9,452.92
(27.98)
0.00
1,141.09
34.02
16.04
1,163.17
Disbursements (Continued)
Assistant Pastor's Expense
(Pr Voyer)(4)
(Six Months)
General Pastoral
Vicar-Ministry Coordinator
Total General
Total Pastoral Disbursements
Parsonage Disbursements
Repairs & Maintenance
Real Estate Taxes
Fuel Oil
Telephone Expenses
Electricity
Total
Benevolence Disbursements
Other Benevolence (5)
Tanzania Synod
Lutheran CoRe
Stbg Meth Soup Kitchen
Youth Encounter
Evan Luth Confessing Fellowship
PVEN
PATH
Hospital Chaplain
Pastor's Discretionary
Habitat For Humanity
Ex-offender Reentry Program
Meals On Wheels
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400.00
3,000.00
5,200.00
450.00
750.00
1,600.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
300.00
300.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
450.00
400.00
3,000.00
5,200.00
450.00
1,750.00
3,300.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
300.00
300.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
450.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
(1,000.00)
(1,700.00)
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
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Report of the Finance Committee
December 31, 2013
Disbursements (Continued)
Family Promise of Monroe County
Pregnancy Resource Center
ELCA/NEPA Synod Designated
Society of the Holy Trinity
Seven Marks Society
ELCA-Lutheran Disaster Relief
American Lutheran Publicity Bureau
12 Months
2013
300.00
500.00
3,500.00
2,000.00
300.00
3,000.00
12 Months
2012
300.00
500.00
3,500.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
3,000.00
0.00
1,000.00
2,200.00
4,500.00
1,000.00
Pastor's Discretionary Counseling
1,450.00
River's Edge Ministry
4,500.00
Sola Publishing
Cheynne Indian Res-Mustard Seed
Foundations Christian Counseling
Garden of Giving
0.00
2,000.00
750.00
300.00
St Andrews by the Sea
500.00
Youth Scholarships
1,000.00
Mission Scholarships
1,000.00
Mission Travel
1,000.00
Ministry Training-Vicar
Total
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
2013
Increase
(Decrease)
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
(700.00)
0.00
(1,000.00)
(750.00)
0.00
(1,000.00)
2,000.00
750.00
300.00
500.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
2,000.00
41,550.00
39,150.00
2,000.00
2,400.00
2,611.00
0.00
4,680.87
7,291.87
2,800.00
146.81
7,811.14
10,757.95
(189.00)
(146.81)
(3,130.27)
(3,466.08)
465,793.83
490,207.39
(24,413.56)
34,514.05
0.00
34,514.05
Designated Funds Expenses
Altar Flowers (6)
Church Picnic (7)
Member Reimbursables (8)
Total
Total Expenditures
Surplus
Church Council Recommendation for the 2013 Surplus:
10% - Pocono Alliance for transportation needs
10% - Lutheran World Relief
80% - Principal reduction of the Lighthouse mortgage at First Keystone Community Bank.
Disbursement Footnotes:
(1) Offset by $251 in 2013 and 74.50 in 2012 reception donations.
(2)Includes Simply Giving Fees, Returned Item fees, vicar cell phone
(3)Mortgage payments are paid from operating budget. We must renegotiate the mortgage in June if not paid off
(4) Pastor Voyer accepted a new call as Senior Pastor in Lawrenceburg, IN on June 30, 2013.
Six month expenses shown.
(5) Other benevolence includes Bethany Children's Home $100, Phoebe Devitt Home $100,
Life Enrichment Counseling Services $100, Pocono Mission District $100.
(6) Offset by $1923.00 in 2013 and 2,454.50 in 2012 included with miscellaneous receipts.
(7) Annual Picnic was changed to a covered dish/ pot luck.
(8) Offset by $4,308.42 in 2013 and $8,587.15 in 2012 included in miscellaneous receipts.
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2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
Income
2013
Actual
Income
YTD
Approved
2013b
Actual vs
budget
Difference
Proposed
2014
Proposed
Difference
Change
Anticipated Income:
Current White Envelope (1)
400,555.49
390,651
-9,904.49
434,255
43,604
11.16%
16,441.00
15,000
-1,441.00
16,500
1,500
10.00%
3,103.00
4,700
1,597.00
3,100
-1,600
-34.04%
661.00
325
-336.00
650
325
100.00%
3,340.19
5,400
2,059.81
3,300
-2,100
38.89%
0.00
0
0.00
0
0
0.00%
251.00
75
-176.00
250
175
233.33%
19.98
35
15.02
35
0
0.00%
Easter
5,426.00
4,200
-1,226.00
5,400
1,200
28.57%
Lent and Ash Wednesday
2,573.50
2,950
376.50
2,600
-350
-11.86%
Good Friday
745.00
600
-145.00
750
150
25.00%
Thanksgiving
739.00
1,400
661.00
750
-650
-46.43%
13,069.00
12,500
-569.00
13,000
500
4.00%
Loose Plate
Benevolence Offerings
Initial Envelope
Building Rental Fees
Ark II Donations
Reception Donations
Interest and Dividends Earned
Christmas
-
Gift of Thanks
Church School Offerings
0.00
8,200
8,200.00
0
-8,200
100.00%
2,606.58
3,500
893.42
2,600
-900
-25.71%
-
Building Funds
Faith Challenge
Total Income:
(2)
16,931.27
18,000
1,068.73
0
-18,000
100.00%
25,569.00
31,665
6,096.00
3,539
-28,126
-88.82%
492,031.01
499,201
7,169.99
486,729
-12,472
-2.56%
(1) Based on 2013 White Envelope giving records, we can expect to receive 91% of the total pledged amount of
$386,410 or $351,633 plus $82,622 from people who have consistent giving patterns during the past twelve
months but did not pledge. This totals $434,255 in anticipated White Envelope giving for 2013.
(2) Faith Challenge is the amount needed in order to balance this budget.
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2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
Expenses
Expense Budget
2013
Actual
Expenses
YTD
Actual vs
budget
Approved
2013b
Difference
Proposed
2014
Budget
Difference
Change
Worship Expenses
Church Bulletins
Offering Envelopes
Worship Supplies
Music Supplies
Piano & Organ Tuning
Worship Copywrite Licenses
Worship Service Technology(1)
Totals - Worship Expenses
888.30
2,906.85
968.44
2,268.35
1,080.00
770.72
499.00
9,381.66
1,275
2,800
1,100
2,300
800
775
1,000
10,050
386.70
-106.85
131.56
31.65
-280.00
4.28
501.00
668.34
1,275
1,700
1,100
2,500
1,100
775
1,000
9,450
0
-1,100
0
200
300
0
0
-600
0.00%
-39.29%
0.00%
8.70%
37.50%
0.00%
0.00%
Christian Education Expenses
Cradle Roll Expenses
Special Events Expenses
Teaching Supplies
Faith Gifts
Educational Films/AV Equipment
Totals - Christian Education
427.98
289.90
2,441.28
1,164.05
0.00
4,323.21
400
230
3,050
1,250
100
5,030
-27.98
-59.90
608.72
85.95
100.00
606.79
400
300
2,000
800
100
3,600
0
70
-1,050
-450
0
-1,430
0.00%
30.43%
-34.43%
-36.00%
0.00%
Committee Expenses
Hospitality & Reception
Evangelism Expense
Stewardship Expense
Social Ministry Expense
Youth Ministry Expense
Volunteer Ministry Expense
Stephen Ministry Expense (2)
Totals - Committee Expenses
554.81
1,423.43
761.22
162.94
0.00
0.00
58.00
2,960.40
750
1,300
1,875
120
0
50
670
4,765
195.19
-123.43
1,113.78
-42.94
0.00
-8.00
670.00
1,804.60
750
1,300
1,000
120
250
50
150
3,620
0
0
-875
0
250
0
-520
-1,140
0.00%
0.00%
46.67%
0.00%
100.00%
0.00%
-77.61%
360.00
289.20
649.20
600
50
650
240.00
-239.20
0.80
600
50
650
0
0
0
0.00%
0.00%
1,095.83
465.00
2,597.68
3,195.93
482.40
0.00
7,836.84
2,240
450
3,000
4,000
525
0
10,215
1,144.17
-15.00
402.32
804.07
42.60
0.00
2,378.16
1500
630
2500
3500
525
4100
12755
-740
180
-500
-500
0
4,100
2,540
-33.04%
40.00%
-16.67%
-12.50%
0.00%
100.00%
Other Miscellaneous Expenses
Church Annual Conferences
Other Current Expenses
Totals - Other Miscellaneous Expenses
Office Overhead Expenses
Maintenance On Riso
Copier Maintenance
Office/Computer Supplies
Postage Expense
Technology
Equipment upgrade/replace
Totals - Office Overhead Expenses
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2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
Expenses
Expense Budget
Building Overhead Expenses
Ch/Cov-Fuel Oil
Garbage Collection
Ch/Cov-Repairs
Insurance Expense
Telephone Expense
Ch/Cov-Electricity
Janitorial Supplies
Lotz/Barn Heat
Lotz/Barn Repairs
Property Taxes
Lotz/Barn Electric
LH Heat
LH Repairs/Maintenance
LH Electric
Snow Removal
Mortgage Payment(3)
Lawn Mowing/Tractor Expense
Totals - Building Overhead Expenses
Support Staff Salaries (4)
Nursery Supervisor
Staff Mileage Reimbursement
Director Of Music
Asst Director Of Music
Organist-Supply
Secretarial (4)
Sexton (4)
Adm Assistant To Pastor(4)
Dir Of Christian Education
Spiritual Talent Scout(4)
Treasurer
Fica On Payroll
Medicare On Payroll
Workmen's Comp Insurance
Staff and Lay Training Fund(5)
Newsletter Editor
Totals - Support Staff Salaries
Pastoral Disbursements/ Pastor Jenkins
Pastor Jenkin's Expense
Pastor's Salary-Base Salary
Fica Allowance-Pastor
Pension/Hospitalization-Pastor
Continuing Education-Pastor
Medical Deductible-Pastor
Housing Allowance-Pastor
2013 Actual
Expenses
YTD
Actual vs
budget
Approved
2013b
Difference
Proposed
2014
Budget
Difference
14,757.86
1,200.00
1,989.79
9,834.05
1,993.93
5,780.73
2,261.51
4,127.51
896.85
910.29
2,147.47
10,088.91
1,099.46
5,522.87
1,931.00
20,315.88
1,826.54
86,684.65
12,000
1,200
4,750
9,800
2,000
5,900
3,200
3,450
850
925
2,700
7,800
2,400
6,000
1,500
20,316
2,000
86,791
-2,757.86
0.00
2,760.21
-34.05
6.07
119.27
938.49
-677.51
-46.85
14.71
552.53
-2,288.91
1,300.54
477.13
-431.00
0.12
173.46
106.35
15,246
1,200
7,950
9,800
2,000
5,900
2,700
4,400
850
925
2,700
10,648
2,400
6,000
1,500
20,316
2,000
94,535
3,246
0
3,200
0
0
0
-500
950
0
0
0
2,848
0
0
0
0
0
9,744
27.05%
0.00%
67.37%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-15.63%
27.54%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
36.51%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
915.00
85.32
30,433.04
10,118.74
150.00
6,474.74
20,004.84
15,225.67
13,666.72
6,982.27
10,792.72
8,795.83
2,057.41
1,942.04
332.12
2,070.30
130,046.76
1,500
500
30,507
10,143
440
8,992
25,750
23,200
13,699
8,992
10,819
9,800
2,292
2,150
2,000
2,075
152,859
585.00
414.68
73.96
24.26
290.00
2,517.26
5,745.16
7,974.33
32.28
2,009.73
26.28
1,004.17
234.59
207.96
1,667.88
4.70
22,812.24
1,500
500
31,113
10,346
450
12,231
26,265
21,840
20,972
8,580
11,032
8,855
2,071
1,640
2,000
2,117
161,512
0
0
606
203
10
3,239
515
-1,360
7,273
-412
213
-945
-221
-510
0
42
8,653
0.00%
0.00%
1.99%
2.00%
2.27%
36.02%
2.00%
-5.86%
53.09%
-4.58%
1.97%
-9.64%
-9.64%
-23.72%
0.00%
2.02%
40,804.08
3,725.96
27,247.47
770.00
596.00
1,600.08
40,804
3,744
27,613
770
1,600
1,600
-0.08
18.04
365.53
0.00
1,004.00
-0.08
41,620
4,139
29,831
770
1,600
1,600
816
395
2,218
0
0
0
2.00%
10.55%
8.03%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
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Annual Report 2015
2014 PROPOSED BUDGET
Expenses
Expense Budget
2013 Actual
Expenses
YTD
Actual vs
budget
Approved
2013b
Difference
Proposed Budget
2014
Difference
Change
Pastor Jenkin's Expense (Continued)
Equity Allowance-Pastor
Book Allowance-Pastor
Cell Phone-Pastor
Totals - Pastor Jenkins' Expense
3,999.96
199.92
900.00
79,843.47
4,000
200
900
81,231
0.04
0.08
0.00
1,387.53
4,000
200
900
84,660
0
0
0
3,429
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
Assistant Pastor Voyer's Expense(6)
Assistant Pastor's-Base Salary
Fica Allowance-Assistant Pastor
Pension/Hospitalization-Asst. Pastor
Continuing Education -Asst. Pastor
Medical Deductible-Assistant Pastor
Housing Allowance-Asst. Pastor
Cell Phone-Assistant Pastor
Totals - Assistant Pastor Voyer's Expense
15,917.36
1,697.78
12,175.41
385.00
78.00
9,000.00
300.00
39,553.55
15,995
1,703
12,388
385
800
9000
300
40,571
77.64
5.22
212.59
0.00
722.00
0.00
0.00
1,017.45
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
-15,995
-1,703
-12,388
-385
-800
-9,000
-300
-40,571
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
26,180.78
0.00
0.00
5,620.65
0.00
150.00
10,493.68
650.68
152.08
1,600.00
208.26
0.00
39,553.55
164,453.15
26,244
0
0
7,000
100
600
10,400
644
151
1,600
300
8,565
55,604
177,406
63.22
0.00
0.00
1,379.35
100.00
450.00
-93.68
-6.68
-1.08
0.00
91.74
8,565.00
10,547.87
12,952.85
31,680
3,300
1,600
7000
100
1000
8345
2482
580
1,600
450
0
58,137
142,797
5,436
3,300
1,600
0
0
400
-2,055
1,838
429
0
150
-8,565
2,533
34,609
20.71%
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
0.00%
66.67%
-19.76%
285.40%
284.11%
0.00%
50.00%
100.00%
545.00
3,858.91
4,001.76
471.80
1,738.62
10,616.09
575
3,860
3,000
450
2,000
9,885
30.00
1.09
-1,001.76
-21.80
261.38
-731.09
575
3,860
4,125
450
2,000
11,010
0
0
1,125
0
0
1,125
0.00%
0.00%
37.50%
0.00%
0.00%
400.00
3,000.00
5,200.00
450.00
750.00
1,600.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
300.00
300.00
400
3,000
5,200
450
750
1,600
2,000
1,000
300
300
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
300
3,000
5,200
800
750
1,100
4,000
1,000
300
300
-100
0
0
350
0
-500
2,000
0
0
0
-25.00%
0.00%
0.00%
77.78%
0.00%
-31.25%
100.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
General Pastoral
Vicar-Ministry Coordinator (6)
Vicar-Hospitalization Benefits
Vicar-Medical Deductible
Auto-Pastor & Assistant
Staff Related Travel Expenses
Supply Pastor
Pastoral Care Assistant (7)
Pastoral Care Asst/Vicar-fica exp
Pastoral Care Asst/Vicar-medi exp
Pastoral Care Asst-medical deduct
Pastoral Care/Vicar-telephone
Pastoral Transition(8)
Totals - General Pastoral
Totals - Pastoral Disbursements
Parsonage Disbursements
Repairs & Maintenance
Real Estate Taxes
Fuel Oil
Telephone Expenses
Electricity
Totals - Parsonage Disbursements
Benevolence Disbursements(9)
Other Benevolence
Tanzania Synod
Lutheran CoRe
Stbg Methodist Soup Kitchen
Youth Encounter
Evan Lutherans Confessing Fellowship
PVEN
PATH
Hospital Chaplain
Pastor's Discretionary Fund
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Expenses
Expense Budget
Benevolence Disbursements (Continued)(9)
Habitat for Humanity
Prisoner ReEntry Program
Meals on Wheels
Family Promise
Pregnancy Resource Center
ELCA/NEPA Synod-Designated
Society of the Holy Trinity
Seven Marks Society
ELCA-Lutheran Disaster Relief
Pastor's Discretionary Counseling
River's Edge Ministry
Mustard Seed Cheyenne River Reservation
Foundations Christian Counseling
Garden of Giving
St Andrews by the Sea
Youth Scholarships
Mission Scholarships
Mission Travel
Ministry Training
Pocono Alliance-Transport Needs
Homeless Initiative ES Methodist
Church World Service-Blankets
Atlantic City Long Term Recovery
Totals - Benevolence Disbursement
Total Expenses:
2013
Actual
Expenses
YTD
Actual vs
budget
Approved
2013b
Difference
Proposed
2014
1,000.00
1,000.00
450.00
300.00
500.00
3,500.00
2,000.00
300.00
3,000.00
1,450.00
4,500.00
2,000.00
750.00
300.00
500.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
2,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
41,550.00
1,000
1,000
450
300
500
3,500
2,000
300
3,000
1,450
4,500
2,000
750
300
500
1,000
1,000
1,000
2,000
0
0
0
0
41,550
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
1,000
1,000
450
0
1,000
3,500
2,000
300
3,000
700
4,500
2,000
1,500
300
0
500
1,500
1,000
2,000
500
300
500
500
44,800
458,501.96
499,201
40,699.04
486,729
Budget
Difference
0
0
0
-300
500
0
0
0
0
-750
0
0
750
0
-500
-500
500
0
0
500
300
500
500
3,250
12,472
Change
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
100.00%
100.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-51.72%
0.00%
0.00%
100.00%
0.00%
100.00%
-50.00%
50.00%
0.00%
0.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
100.00%
-2.56%
Footnotes to the Proposed 2014 Budget:
(1) Technical costs for worship services
(2) Continuing Education for Stephen Ministers.
(3)Building Fund mortgage payments have been added to operating budget.
(4) Staff salaries were increased by 2%. Sexton, Secretary, and Spiritual Talent Scout are paid on hourly basis.
Budget reflects projected hours worked. Administrative Assistant to the Pastor was paid hourly in 2013. The
New Assistant will be paid a salary. Director of Christian Education salary was increased to reflect an additional
10 hours a week. Secretary's estimated hours were increased by 5 hours weekly.
(5)Training Fund for staff and lay leaders
(6) Vicar Jennifer Strauch is attending the Reformed Episcopal Seminary in Blue Bell Pa.
Our Congregation is supporting her studies.
(7) Pastoral Care Assistant Fred Robertson 's salary is based on 26 weeks@15 hours per week as he requested.
(8) Pastor Matthew Voyer accepted a call as a Senior Pastor in Lawrenceburg, IN on June 30, 2013.
(9) Several Special Appeals have been made part of the budgeted giving of the congregation. This
makes our contribution to these mission partners more predictable; something they can count on from
year to year for their own budgeting processes.
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