Roll Call:

• Pastor James G. Bell
• Class of 2005: Steve Barwick, John Crew, Ginny Nappi, Jerry Parsons, Mons Schrantz, Kathy Tosh
• Class of 2006: Bob Hunt, Dave Seyller, Faith TenHaken (excused), Terry Tosh, E'Lane Tufts
• Class of 2007: Jim Bouas, Judy Lindsay, Cathy Rinehart, John Tuttle and Lloyd Wiesemann
• Clerk Margaret Wolf

Jim Bell called the meeting to order. Devotions and the opening prayer were led by Bob Hunt.

Acceptance of roll call. Faith Ten Haken was absent. Guests were welcomed. Motion was made by David S., seconded by E'Lane that we seat guests Rev. David Hunt of Clinton/presbytery rep and Carole Ringer. Carried. 

Treasurer's Report: Balance: $68.973.27
Motion made by Steve B., seconded by John T. that we accept treasurer's report. Carried.

More guests: Motion made by Jim B., seconded by John C. that we seat Jeff Stout. Carried.

Pastor's Report

• Lois Odman is gravely ill.

Clerk's Report:

• Approve December 15, 2004 session minutes
• Approve minutes, Congregational Meeting, January 23, 2005
• Record of serving Holy Communion — December 31, New Year's Eve
• At home Communions, submitted by E'Lane Tufts
  • Nov. 22 — John Crew and Hal Gilmore visited Ruth Kuntz
  • Dec. 15 — E'Lane Tufts and Peggy Grove visited Mary Garms
  • Dec. 16 — E'Lane Tufts and Joni Painter visited Tom Darnall
  • Dec. 16 - Terry Tosh and Kathy Tosh visited these Westminster Village residents: Norma Peine, Gladys Bishop, Claude & Jean Bell, Helen Francis, Ben & Selby Hubbard. (They also saw Jan Colvin and Mary Alice Long.)
  • Dec. 17 — E'Lane Tufts and Peggy Grove visited Lucille Orr
  • Jan. 17 — E'Lane Tufts and Peggy Grove visited Nola Heitz.
• Record of Baptisms: 0
• Record of New Members: 0
• Record of Deaths: 0
• Current Active Membership: 514
• Communications: Carol K. is preparing 2004 presbytery reports.

The following committees submitted minutes:

Marketing, 11-23-04; Christian Ed., 12-01-04; Small Group, 12-01-01; Personnel, 12-08-04; Marketing, 12-22-04; Membership, 01-10-05; Peacemakers, 01-09-05; Property, 01-11-05; Worship, 01-12-05; Mission, 01-12-05; Personnel, 1-12-05; Stewardship, 1-12-05; Nominating, 01-13-05; Health Ministries, 01-18-05; Christian Ed., 01-19-05

Special thanks to Church Administrative Assistant Carol Kehl on her work for the annual presbytery report.

Motion made by Mons S., seconded by David S. that Clerk's Report be accepted. Motion carried.

Another guest: Motion made by Bob H., seconded by Cathy R. that we seat Paul Harmon. Carried.

New Business:

1. Kathy Tosh — Pastor Nominating Committee Report and discussion.
   Kathy presented the completed Church Information Form — Parts I and II. After much discussion, a motion was made by Mons S., seconded by Cathy R., that we accept the forms as prepared by the PNC except change the housing allowance to $18,000 to match the 2005 church budget. A show of hands was taken for the vote. Carried 13-2.
2. Carole Ringer — Facility dedication formats and sign-up dates for displays were presented, encouraging all committees to be involved.
3. Guidelines for use of the new facility will first be discussed in the properties committee. (i.e., fees list, administration, etc.) Note: Ch. Steve Barwick.
4. Committee Goals — i.e. How can we all help membership get new members? Chairs have other goals in mind. Postponed for another meeting.
5. Terry Tosh, Membership, reminded members of the 2004 Celebration Luncheon on January 30 for all new members. The next membership classes will be February 13 and 20. Session members will need to come to share committee duties and vote on new member acceptance on the 20th.

Rev. Jim shared joys and concerns and closed the meeting with prayer.

Next meeting is February 23, 2005, 7:00. Lloyd will do devotions.

Respectfully submitted,

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James G. Bell, Moderator

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Margaret Allen Wolf, Clerk