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MISSIONS AND BENEVOLENCE COMMITTEE MEETING
MINUTES
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2018
AFTER CHURCH
Committee members present: Martha Hann, Kenneth Byrd, Judy Marks, TeeJoe Marks, Linda Hoppe, Chair
Visitors present: Henry Bonorden, Dan Fischer, Reba Fischer, Travis Neely, Mary Neely, Janna Byrd
AGENDA ITEM 1: REVIEW PURPOSE AND DUTIES
The purpose and duties of the committee were discussed. It was determined that communication between committees and focus on community needs are important along with making sure church regulations are followed.
AGENDA ITEM 2: REVIEW OF EXPENDITURES OF 2017 BENEVOLENCE
The review of last year's spendings gave the committee an idea of what has been done in the past, a starting point.
AGENDA ITEM 3: ESTABLISH STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL OF ACTIVITIES
A motion was made and seconded to adopt the following standards for approval of requests for assistance:
AGENDA ITEM 4: DEVELOP A PLAN OF GIVING TO ALL EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS TO BE PRESENTED TO THE PASTOR AND CHURCH COUNCIL
It was determined that all actions of the committee be communicated to the Pastor, Church Council, and the Finance Committee. Adjustments to other actions can be made as needed.
AGENDA ITEM 5: DETERMINE LOCAL NEED OR SPECIAL CHURCH MISSION PROJECTS TO BE FUNDED
A motion was made and seconded to give $500 to each of the following external organizations:
A motion was made and seconded to give $600. to a local need and notify the congregation they can donate designated funds for the next two Sundays to that need. The motion carried 4-0.
It was noted that $500 are budgeted separately for Prayer Blanket Supplies.
A motion was made and seconded to adjourn. The motion carried 4-0.
MISSIONS AND BENEVOLENCE COMMITTEE MEETING
MINUTES
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2018
AFTER CHURCH
Committee members present: Martha Hann, Kenneth Byrd, Judy Marks, TeeJoe Marks, Linda Hoppe, Chair
Visitors present: Henry Bonorden, Dan Fischer, Reba Fischer, Travis Neely, Mary Neely, Janna Byrd
AGENDA ITEM 1: REVIEW PURPOSE AND DUTIES
The purpose and duties of the committee were discussed. It was determined that communication between committees and focus on community needs are important along with making sure church regulations are followed.
AGENDA ITEM 2: REVIEW OF EXPENDITURES OF 2017 BENEVOLENCE
The review of last year's spendings gave the committee an idea of what has been done in the past, a starting point.
AGENDA ITEM 3: ESTABLISH STANDARDS FOR APPROVAL OF ACTIVITIES
A motion was made and seconded to adopt the following standards for approval of requests for assistance:
- Name of the person or organization making a request
- Need
- Past record of the person or organization making a request
- Funds or like service required (designated donations or budget funds)
AGENDA ITEM 4: DEVELOP A PLAN OF GIVING TO ALL EXTERNAL ORGANIZATIONS TO BE PRESENTED TO THE PASTOR AND CHURCH COUNCIL
It was determined that all actions of the committee be communicated to the Pastor, Church Council, and the Finance Committee. Adjustments to other actions can be made as needed.
AGENDA ITEM 5: DETERMINE LOCAL NEED OR SPECIAL CHURCH MISSION PROJECTS TO BE FUNDED
A motion was made and seconded to give $500 to each of the following external organizations:
- Call For Help
- Samaritan's Purse
- Methodist Children's Home
- Wesley Foundation
A motion was made and seconded to give $600. to a local need and notify the congregation they can donate designated funds for the next two Sundays to that need. The motion carried 4-0.
It was noted that $500 are budgeted separately for Prayer Blanket Supplies.
A motion was made and seconded to adjourn. The motion carried 4-0.