The Experience
BOARD OF GOVERNANCE
July 12, 2012
Present: Barbara Adams, Darlene Goldhammer, Jeff Jensen, Dave Schultz representing Board of Elders
Barbara Adams opened with a devotion called, "Immediate Obedience," based on Jeremiah 7:23-26 and Proverbs 22:6. A child learns early in life to obey his parents because his parents care what happens to him. When his mom or dad tells him not to cross the street, it is for his protection. The Lord expects the same type of obedience from us because He really cares about each of us and actually KNOWS what dire consequences we will face if we do not listen and obey. The Lord wants to guide us and He wants us to listen and obey. To make that possible we need to pray without ceasing, spend time in the Word, seek wise counsel and listen. Prayer by all present followed the devotion.
Minutes from the June 21, 2012, meeting were confirmed by email.
Barbara discussed her previous meeting with Pastor Werth. She will call District to ask for additional training on our style of government. Dave Schultz stated the Board of Elders is studying potential Bible studies to be used in the near future. Two topics being considered are a parenting class and a refresher on what Lutherans believe.
Calvary is currently committed to following our 1983 Constitution in regard to voting for a new pastor because District did not complete the acceptance process for our newest submitted constitution. Therefore, to vote at the next call meeting, you need to have read and understand the constitution and by-laws, be at least 18 years of age and be a member of our congregation.
A proposed grant application for a pre-school facility change will not be pursued further this year. Jeff Jensen will meet with heads of all committees and go over budget information relating to what they spent last year and what they expect to spend in the coming year.
We have three openings for Board of Governance candidates; please let Holly know in the office or a BoG member know if you wish to be considered.
Next BoG meeting will be August 9.
Congregational Meeting August 12 to review the budget.
Respectfully submitted,
Darlene Goldhammer,
BoG Secretary
BOARD OF GOVERNANCE
August 9, 2012
Present: Barbara Adams, Jeff Jensen, Lee Strom, Darlene Goldhammer, Gerry Luehrs, Elder
Barbara Adams opened with a devotion based in part on Jeremiah 11:29, "the plans I have for you are plans for good and not for evil to give you a future and a hope." We need His direction in our lives, but when we feel most needy we often feel that direction is missing. There are many assurances in the Bible that He not only knows what we need but also knew when He chose us before the foundation of the world. He does not expect us to direct our own steps but to look to Him through the Word and prayer and to ask in faith believing. His direction is not always what we want or given in the way we expect, but He will not fail us. This is true on an individual basis and it is true for a congregation seeking a pastor. We followed with prayer by all.
Minutes from July 12, 2012, were confirmed by email.
Jeff Jensen presented the proposed budget for the 2012-13 fiscal year and reviewed it in detail using hard numbers. The budget will be presented to the congregation on August 12 at our Voters' Assembly.
We are very concerned by the lack of candidates for the BoG Board. The two-year terms of Lee Strom, Jeff Jensen and Darlene Goldhammer expire at the end of August. One person has indicated an interest in serving on the board, but we need additional members to step forward. Please pray about whether the Lord is directing you to take that step.
Elder Gerry Luehrs reported we are waiting on information from one of our pastoral candidates who recently experienced a death in the family. He stated the Board of Elders would propose that we continue with one service for the immediate future with one contemporary service per month. Gerry presented several reasons for the proposed change. One service provides a chance for fellowship with the entire congregation; it requires less worker power each Sunday; it makes scheduling the Partners in Worship Sundays much easier. The congregation will be given an opportunity to vote on the matter.
Barbara will meet with Pastor Werth on Friday morning. BoG hopes to meet with District next week.
Tentatively scheduled meeting Wed., Aug. 29 at 6:00pm
Respectfully submitted
Darlene Goldhammer, BoG Secretary
