Roll Call:

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

Jim Bell called the meeting to order and gave an opening prayer. Devotions on the theme trust were led by Lloyd Wiesemann.

Acceptance of roll call. Motion was made by Jerry Parsons, seconded by John Crew to excuse Steve Barwick, Judy Lindsay and mons Schrantz. Motion carried.

Motion was made by Dave Seyller, seconded by E'Lane Tufts to seat our guests from the PNC (Pastor Nominating Committee), Jeff Stout, Joni Painter, Don Rutledge and Paul Harmon and also Carole Ringer. Motion carried. 

Treasurer's Report: Balance: $4,024.50
Motion made by Terry Tosh, seconded by Kathy Tosh that we accept treasurer's report. Motion carried.

Clerk's Report:

• Approve minutes for 2 session meetings: January 26, 2005 and February 20, 2005
• Record of Serving Holy Communion: Feb. 6 and Feb. 9 (Ash Wednesday)
• At Home Communions: None
• Record of Baptisms: 2 on Feb. 20. Adults were Mark Steven Kimmerling and Scott Edward Spaid
• Record of New Members: 13 (See Feb. 20 minutes)
• Record of Deaths: 1 (Lois Odman on Feb. 1, 2005)
• Current Active Membership: 526
• Communications: Transfer letter of Jeff and Melinda Samp to St. John's Lutheran (already on inactive list)
• General Assembly Letter of Resolution — See Clerk's Book
• The following committees submitted minutes:
  Nominating Committee ( Jan. 13 & Feb. 7); Marketing (Jan. 26); Children's Ministry (Jan. 19 & Feb. 2); Christian Ed (Feb. 2); Small Group (Feb. 2); Property (Feb. 8 — Including "Building Use Guidelines"); Mission (Feb. 9); First Peacemakers (Feb. 13); Congregational Life (Feb. 2); Stewardship (Feb. 16); New Addition Committee (Feb. 20). Membership did not have a separate meeting from their new member classes Feb. 13 & Feb. 20.

Motion was made by Bob Hunt, seconded by Cathy Rinehart, to accept the Clerk's Report and the omnibus motion. Motion carried.

New Business:

1. Carole Ringer with the Great Hall Dedication and Activities: Carol reviewed the calendar of plans for every Sunday (except Palm and Easter Sundays) for use of the new building wing.
2. Property Committee: Building Use Guidelines were presented by Jim Bouas. As presenter a motion was made, seconded by Cathy Rinehart, that the guidelines be adopted. Motion carried. Carol Kehl will continue to schedule our own church meetings. Outside groups will be approved by the Properties Committee. Jim noted that this will be a "work in progress."
3. Personnel Committee: Dave Seyller presented his "WANTED" poster encouraging all to sign up to assist for teams to open and close the church on Sunday mornings.

   He also reported that his committee was discussing a need for a full time custodian when Jim Devore retires (he is 30 hrs/week). More money, approximately $20,000, would be needed to do this. Another item is Kelley Marion's request for health insurance which would add $5,000-6,000 to the budget. More on this at the March 2005 session meeting.

4. PNC and Personnel Committee: Pastor Nominating Committee Members Jeff Stout and Kathy Tosh and Personnel Chair Dave Seyller reported on a meeting with presbytery reps Feb. 7 to clarify the meaning of a "Designated Co-Pastor." This does indeed mean EQUAL responsibilities with the current pastor: sermons, committees, chairing session meetings, housing allowance and salary range. An hour and a half discussion followed. To do this would mean an additional $17,660 added to our current church budget. With a $60,000 shortfall in pledges this year's budget and $40,000 needed to fund staff, we need to increase giving by $100,000.
   
   A motion was made by Kathy Tosh, seconded by John Tuttle, that we increase the housing allowance on the CIF (Church Information Form) back to the original amount requested by the PNC (Pastor Nominating Committee) to $27,000. More discussion. Motion carried by voice vote.
   
   A motion was made by Cathy Rinehart, seconded by Dave Seyller, that a congregational meeting will be called as soon as possible to address the financial situation before us. Motion carried.

5. Stewardship Request for First Fest on August 28, 2005 (Vote on Mar. 23.)

Joys and concerns were offered. Closing prayer was given by Rev. Bell.

Next meeting is March 23, 2005 at 7:00 p.m.. John Crew will act as clerk. John Tuttle will lead devotions.

Respectfully submitted,

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James G. Bell, Moderator

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Margaret Allen Wolf, Clerk