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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2008 9:00 AM
UNITED THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
4501 Denlinger Road Trotwood, OH 45426
HOST CHURCH
College Hill Community Church Dayton, Ohio
Advance reservations are required for lunch following the meeting
Cost ‐ $5 Call Tom at 937‐258‐8118
If you require childcare assistance,
reservations must be made no later than Wednesday, February 6th
with College Hill Community Church 937‐278‐4203
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DIRECTIONS TO UNITED THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY From the East or West
Travel east or west on I-70 toward Dayton, OH. Exit at State Route 48, which is also known as North Main Street. Turn south on SR 48 / Main Street (left turn if coming from the east; right turn if coming from the west). Travel approximately 0.4 miles on Main Street and turn right onto Garber Road (across from the Samaritan North Health Center). Continue on Garber to the intersection with Westbrook Road; cross Westbrook and Garber Road becomes Denlinger Road. Continue south on Denlinger Road to the intersection at Salem Avenue; cross Salem Avenue and continue straight on Denlinger Road. The seminary entrance will be on the right side of Denlinger Road soon after you cross Salem Avenue.
From the Southeast Travel west on US Route 35. When Route 35 turns left at West 3rd Street, stay straight on the main road which becomes State Route 49, also known as the Trotwood Connector. Turn right onto Turner Road (at the lights), the fifth intersection after West 3rd Street. Turn left at the first light onto Denlinger Road. The seminary entrance will be on the left.
From the North Travel south on I-75 to West on I-70. Follow directions for “From the East or West.”
From the South Travel north on I-75 to West on US 35. Follow directions for “From the Southeast.”
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MISSION STATEMENT OF THE MIAMI PRESBYTERY*
To be a practicing presbytery, discipling church leaders to live out
Christ’s mission for today. *Adopted June 2006
ORDER OF THE DAY February 9, 2008
10:30 a.m.
Theme – “The Spirit of Generosity”
Keynote Speaker The Reverend Timothy Shapiro, D. Min
Rev. Timothy Shapiro, D.Min. President Center for Congregations Indianapolis, Indiana Tim is the Indianapolis Center's President. He comes to the Center after eighteen years
in pastoral ministry. For fourteen years, Tim served Westminster Presbyterian Church in Xenia, Ohio. Prior to his pastorate at Westminster, he was pastor of Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Logansport, Indiana. He's an Indianapolis native and North Central High School graduate. He holds degrees from Purdue University and Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
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THE MIAMI PRESBYTERY DOCKET Saturday, February 9, 2008
United Theological Seminary, Trotwood, Ohio 8:30 am Registration, Gathering and Prayer 9:00 CONVENING PRAYER – Elder Tom Milligan, Moderator 9:05 WORSHIP – The Rev. Lutrelle Rainey, preaching 9:45 OPENING BUSINESS - Rev. Doris Arnett Whitaker
o Statement of Quorum & Formation of the Roll o Adoption of the Docket o Seat Corresponding Members
HOSPITALITY REPORT – Rev. Robert E. Jones, College Hill Community Church PRESBYTERIAN HOUSE OF STUDIES – Rev. Dr. David Whitford
United Theological Seminary Report of the Council – Rev. Denise Ingram
Consent Agenda (for action) o From the Stated Clerk –
- Approval of Minutes of November 13, 2007 - Approval of amendments to the Manual of Operations - Approval of proposed amendments to the synod by-laws
o From the Council – Approval of the change in presbytery name o From the Vice Moderator –Elections to the Committee on
Nominations o >From the Committee on Ministry - Election of Elder Pat Youther
as Certification Advisor for certified Christian educators o From Committee on Preparation for Ministry – Approval of CPE
waiver for a candidate o From the Committee on Nominations – Elections to presbytery
committees 10:30 ORDER OF THE DAY – The Rev. Tim Shapiro, keynote speaker “The Spirit of Generosity” 12:15 pm Committee on Ministry – Rev. Bill Philips
o Commissioning of Elder Irwin Roberts as Commissioned Lay Pastor Report of the Stated Clerk, con’t. - Rev. Doris Arnett Whitaker
o Correspondence Report including Judicial Cases and Administrative Commissions
o Amendments to the Standing Rules (first reading) o “Clerk’s Corner” – Form of Government Project
Report of the Council, con’t. – Rev. Denise Ingram o Business pulled from Consent Agenda for individual consideration
12:45 GREETING OF OUR NEIGHBORS – Welcome to new pastors
Introductions of guests and new elders 1:00 pm ADJOURNMENT with closing prayer LUNCH served by host church – advance reservations expected
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MINUTES FROM THE STATED MEETING OF THE MIAMI PRESBYTERY November 13, 2007
Southminster Presbyterian Church, Centerville, Ohio The meeting was convened with prayer by the Elder Thomas Milligan, Moderator, at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 13, 2007, at Southminster Presbyterian Church, Centerville, Ohio.
LEGEND: P = Present E = Excused Blank= Absent Italics=attendance recorded in more than one category OFFICERS OF THE MIAMI PRESBYTERY:
Elder Tom Milligan (Moderator) - P Rev. Denise Ingram (Vice Moderator - P Elder Jeanne McIver (Council Chair) – P
The Rev. Doris Arnett Whitaker (Stated Clerk) - P Elder Bill Artman (Recording Clerk) - P Elder Pam Dobbins (Enrolling Clerk) – P
ROLL OF CHURCHES
BEAVERCREEK: KIRKMONT Interim vacancy Rev. Carmen Garrigan Elder Pat Youther (CCE) Elder Cathlyn Daily - P
BELLBROOK Interim vacancy Elder BELLE CENTER Rev. Kathy Clark - P Elder Howard Ludewig - P BELLEFONTAINE Rev. Rob Fulton - P Elder Elder BLUE BALL Rev. Robert E. Clark (Mod) - P Elder BRADFORD Elder Richard Bobo (CLP) - P Elder CAMDEN Rev. Jocelyn Sheldon (Mod) Elder CARLISLE: NEW JERSEY Rev. Jeffrey T. Foster - P Elder Mary Ann Doliboa - P CEDARVILLE Rev. Drew Elling Elder CLIFTON Rev. Arby Conn Elder COLLINSVILLE Elder Michael Gabbard (CLP) Elder COVINGTON Interim vacancy Elder Judy Schultz - P DAYTON: BATH Rev. Janine Wilson - P Elder Pamela Byrd - P DAYTON: CENTRAL Rev. David Crapnell ElderDaniel Iselaiye - P DAYTON: COLLEGE HILL Rev. Robert E. Jones - P Rev. Francisco Pelaez-Diaz - P Elder Elder
DAYTON: CORINTH Rev. David Collins - P Rev. Megan Collins - P Elder Henry Baust - P DAYTON: FAIRMONT Rev. Robert Wade - P Rev. Molly Jones - P Elder Jean Webster - P Elder Jeff Grieco - P DAYTON: GOOD SHEPHERD Rev. Richard Walker III - P Elder Martin Skirha - P DAYTON: HERITAGE Rev. Karen Cassedy - P Elder Janet Bohren - P DAYTON: MEMORIAL Rev. David Foubert - E Elder DAYTON: SOUTHMINSTER Rev. Eric Pasanchin - P Rev. Susan Hamilton - P Elder Marj Lawson - P Elder Monica Ernsberger - P DAYTON: SUGAR CREEK Rev. Julia Wharff - P Elder Ruth Gordon - P Elder DAYTON: TRINITY Rev. Lutrelle Rainey - P Elder A. Ruth Baker - P Elder DAYTON: WESTMINSTER Rev. George McConnel Rev. John Neely Rev. Kay Davis-Dudding - P Rev. Nancy Hodgkins Elder Jacqueline Nowak - P Elder Elder EATON: FIRST Rev. Wayne Morrison Elder Elder FAIRBORN: FIRST Rev. Tom Harmon - P Elder Joyce Hazlett - P Elder Anne Brooks - P FARMERSVILLE: SLIFERS Rev. Karel Hanhart - P Elder Jennifer Gray - P
GREENVILLE: FIRST Rev. John Person Rev. Christopher Benek Elder Elder HAMILTON: THE P. C. Rev. John Lewis Elder Elder HAMILTON: WESTWOOD Rev. Joshua Long - P Elder HUBER HEIGHTS: FAITH Rev. Norman Godfrey - P Elder William Griffith - P HUNTSVILLE Rev. Christopher Martin - P Elder JAMESTOWN Rev. Michael Helling Elder LEBANON Rev. Peter Larson - P Rev. William Seitz - P Elder Elder MIDDLETOWN: FIRST Rev. L. Timothy Doty - P Elder Susan Kienlen - P Elder MIDDLETOWN: ST. LUKE Rev. Janet Dillaman - P Elder MONROE Rev. Patrick Warren - P Elder William Crawford - P MORNING SUN Rev. Michael Evans - P Elder NEW CARLISLE: HONEY CREEK Rev. Denise Ingram - P Elder Mary Jane Sterrett - P NEW PARIS Rev. Dennis Andrews - P Elder OXFORD Rev. Barbara Barnes - P Rev. Mark Barnes - P Elder Prue Dana (CCE) - P Elder David Wilson - P
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Elder Susan King - P PIQUA: GOOD SHEPHERD Rev. Jocelyn Sheldon (Mod) Elder Sandra Kerns - P PIQUA: WESTMINSTER Rev. Judy Mitchell Rich - e Elder Audrey Gillespie - P REILY Rev. Diane Ziegler Elder RUSHSYLVANIA Rev. Russ Williams (Mod) Elder SEVEN MILE SS vacancy Elder SIDNEY: FIRST
Interim vacancy Elder Elder SOMERVILLE Moderator vacancy Elder SOUTH CHARLESTON: FIRST
Rev. William Reisenweaver - E Elder SPRINGBORO: COVENANT Rev. Ken Howard Elder Fred Richards - P SPRINGFIELD: COVENANT Rev. Ray Stewart - P Elder Janet Heater - P Elder Alice Godsey - P SPRINGFIELD: NORTHMINSTER Rev. Dwight McCormick Elder Elder SPRINGFIELD: OAKLAND Rev. Laurie Davis - P Elder SPRINGHILL SS vacancy Elder TRENTON: MT. OLIVET Rev. Chuck Testas Elder TROY: FIRST Rev. Richard Culp - P Elder Mark Senseman - P Elder
URBANA: FIRST Rev. Kevin Horrigan - P Elder Peter Wallace - P WEST CARROLLTON: FIRST Rev. Kathy Horne - P Elder WEST LIBERTY Rev. Randy Terry Elder WILMINGTON Rev. David Judd - P Elder Brad Showen - P Elder XENIA: MEMORIAL Rev. Wayne McLaughlin Rev. Matthew Means - E Elder Betsy Crandall - P Elder Carolyn Robinson - P XENIA: WESTMINSTER Rev. Brian Maguire - P Elder Joyce Rickels - P Elder YELLOW SPRINGS: FIRST
Rev. Preston Dawes - P Elder Ruth Bent - P
MINISTERS IN SPECIALIZED MINISTRIES
Avotri, Solomon Barr, Judith Kay Dunlap - P Battin, Barbara - P DeLair, Edward - P Douglass, Katherine - E Dozeman, Thomas - E
Draves, Nancy - E Hess, Lisa - P Ingram, Steven - P Kim, Soo Kwang - P Kolwicz, Judith - E Niece, Linda - P
Paine, A. Thomas - E Soards, Marion - E Springer, Linda Thornton, Jesse Whitaker, Doris Arnett - P Wiley, Shelley Wilson, Donald - E
MINISTER MEMBERS AT LARGE Blakeman, Robin - E Brown, Edward Bryant, Kendall - E Caster, John Dorsey, Lee - E
Essinger-Hileman, Douglas - E Essinger-Hileman, Sandra - E Gibson, Gregory Hernandez, David McClanahan, Steven - E Paine, Lesley - P
Ruiz, Jayne Schenck, Angela - P Terry, Elizabeth Terry, Randy Zomermaand, Conley - P
HONORABLY RETIRED MINISTERS (Excused unless attendance indicated) Amidon, C. Forrest Angerman, Jack W. Angerman, Susan Bickett, David E.
Bueschel, Bruce - P Carlisle, Virginia
Clark, Robert E. - P Creager, Ronald Davis, James I. Dawes, Preston - P Edwards, Robert L. Fleming, David L. - P
Garcia, Nehemias Girbert, David A.
Graham, William I. Harsh, Theodore F. Hill, Doris J. - P Hookey, Joseph R. - P Kester, Gordon L. Kettlewell, Kenneth - P Kingsbury, Edwin - P Locke, C. William Martin, Thomas McCoy, Wayne L. McCready, Warren G. - P Meyer, JoAnne Nicholson, Paul C. Philips, William - P Phleger, Terry
Righter, Richard L. Sensenbrenner, Edward W. Schechter, Richard Sheldon, Jocelyn J. Short, Paula Smith, Robert B., Jr. Sparks, W. Franklin - P Stewart, Donald M. Swaim, Gerald G. Thompson, Glenn E. Wall, Evan Walthour, William - P Williams, Russell D. Yanney, William
ELDER MEMBERS OF PRESBYTERY
Dobbins, Pam (Council) - P Elder, Laurie
Hess, Carol (Council) - P Hutchens, Doug (Com Chair) - P McIver, Jeanne (Council Chair) - P
Milligan, Tom (Mod) - P Pacey, Gil (Council) Piermont, Dennis (EP) - P Reed, Buzz (Com Chair) - P Stahler, Jim (Council) - P
Certified Christian Educators (not otherwise registered) – none Inquirers and Candidates (not otherwise registered) – none
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Corresponding Members – Rev. Jeffrey T. Foster (NE Georgia) and Rev. Richard Walker III (West Ohio Conference of the UMC) Staff Members of the Miami Presbytery (not otherwise registered) –Tom Oxley PRELIMINARY BUSINESS
Report of the Stated Clerk – The Rev. Doris Arnett Whitaker A quorum was declared and on motion/second, the roll was formed by signatures obtained during
registration showing an attendance of sixty (60) ministers of Word and Sacrament, thirty-nine (39) elder commissioners (representing thirty-two [32] churches), and eight (8) elder members of presbytery: a total of one hundred and seven (107) voting members. Also present and not otherwise registered were two (2) alternate commissioners, two (2) corresponding members, zero (0) inquirer/candidate, one (1) staff members of the presbytery, and twenty-two (22) registered visitors for a total registered attendance of one hundred and thirty-four (134).
On motion/second, the docket was adopted as amended. On motion/second, the minutes of the stated meeting on September 11, 2007 were approved as distributed. On motion/second, the Rev. Jeffery T. Foster (NE Georgia) and the Rev. Richard Walker III (WOC of
UMC) were seated as corresponding members. Correspondence report (Appendix A) Reports from Judicial Cases:
o # 2006-05 – The Investigating Committee has filed charges against the accused. The pre-trial conference was held on November 8, 2007. The PJC is considering a reference for trial to the PJC of the Synod of the Covenant.
o # 2006-06 – The Investigating Committee has filed charges against the accused. The pre-trial conference was held on November 8, 2007. The PJC is considering a reference for trial to the PJC of the Synod of the Covenant.
o # 2006-07 – Members of the PJC are reviewing the case file to determine if another investigating committee needs to be formed.
Reports from Administrative Commissions: o To install the Rev. Dwight McCormick (Appendix B) o To ordain the Rev. Katherine (Lewis) Douglass (Appendix C) o To ordain and install the Rev. Christopher Benek (Appendix D) o Belle Center - no report o Immanuel Korean NCD (Appendix E)
2007 Session Minutes Review (Appendix F) In Memoriam for The Reverend George W. Witmer (Appendix G) The Clerk reported that she is moving back within the bounds of The Miami Presbytery and will be
working regularly from the presbytery offices in Dayton beginning in December. “Clerk’s Corner” – Living with the new Book of Order
Report of the Moderator – Elder Tom Milligan Continuing report on living into the presbytery’s new design
Report of the Synod Assembly Commissioners – Elder Bill Artman Proposed amendments to the synod by-laws regarding the election of commissioners will be brought to
presbytery for action at the February meeting. The synod council is being dissolved and the synod will meet in assembly three times per year. The synod dispersed $75,000 in mission funds with The Miami Presbytery receiving three grants: Campus
Ministry Network, Middletown: St. Luke and Kirkmont Center. Report of the Executive Presbyter – Elder Dennis Piermont
Extended greetings and expressed thanks for the warm welcome by the presbytery. Hospitality Report – Rev. Eric Pasanchin, Pastor, Southminster Presbyterian Church, Centerville, Ohio
REPORT OF THE COUNCIL – Elder Jeanne McIver
For information, the council reports the following action taken on behalf of the presbytery: Voted to restore the Percept relationship for $2,772 using unspent money from EP relocation line item;
will be paid prior to December 15, 2007. (Year 2 - $3,150; Year 3 - $3,465)
Consent Agenda – The following actions were approved by voice vote after the presbytery was given the opportunity to pull business:
To approve the request of Piqua: Good Shepherd to waive the limitations on re-election of elders to active session duty after six years of service; and the waiver is effective for a period of three years.
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To approve the forgiveness of a $50,000 loan to the former Vandalia: Shepherd of the Still Waters NCD, now Dayton: Good Shepherd Community Church, and to remove such loan from the books of The Miami Presbytery.
Adoption of Standing Rules and Manual of Operations
Motion to approve Standing Rules was moved. Presbytery was given the opportunity for debate/discussion. No amendments were proposed. Motion passes on voice vote. (Appendix H)
Motion to approve Manual of Operations was moved. o Amendment moved regarding Committee on Preparation for Ministry:
o Strike “Purpose: To support, guide and assist inquirers and candidates for the Ministry of the Word and Sacrament and professional church occupations. (G-14.0401)”
o Replace “Purpose: To support, guide and assist inquirers and candidates for the ministry of Word and Sacrament, and to discern with them whether they are called to the ministry of Word and Sacrament in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).”
o Amendment passes on voice vote. o Amendment moved regarding Committee on Preparation for Ministry:
Duty # 5: Counsel with, and advise and evaluate persons wishing to become candidates regarding their potential for service to the church in a professional capacity;
o Amendment passes on voice vote. o Presbytery was given an opportunity for debate/discussion. Amended Manual of Operations
approved by voice vote. (Appendix I)
Financial Report – Elder Doug Hutchens o Spreadsheets of Asset & Liability Balance and Financial Report, both dated October 31, 2007 (second half
budget), were presented. Total receipts $$320,644 (YTD $939,157) and disbursements $368,990 (YTD $1,005,722) with net difference of -$48,345 (YTD -$66,564). YTD Total Liabilities and Net Worth $2,311,607.76.
FY 2008 Budget
o Motion to approve the FY 2008 Budget was moved. Presbytery was given the opportunity for questions, discussion and debate. Motion passes on voice vote. (Appendix J)
Board of Trustees – Elder Doug Hutchens The Board recommends that the presbytery:
o Approve a loan the Kirkmont Center Steering Committee $5,000 from presbytery reserves for the purpose of engaging the service of Chroust Ventures for a three month for the purpose of initial exploration into the feasibility of a major capital campaign. Presbytery was given the opportunity for questions, discussion and debate. Motion passes by voice vote.
NETWORKS SUPPORT COMMITTEE (NSC) – Elder Buzz Reed
o Seven formal Networks have now been designated: Campus Ministries, Older Adults Ministry, Affirmative Inquiry Training, Educators Support, “Red” Multicultural, The Network for Evangelism, and The Miami Presbytery Colombian Partnership. Four of these Networks reqyested and received funding.
o Report on the good news from the Campus Ministries Network regarding Central State University, Clark Stated Community College, Miami University and Sinclair Community College.
COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY – Rev. Karen Cassedy
For information, the Committee on Preparation for Ministry reports the following action taken on behalf of the presbytery; o Met with the following persons in annual consultation and approved their continuation in the preparation
process: Inquirer Katrina Bundy and Candidate Beth Williams COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY – Rev. Bill Philips
For action, the committee recommends the presbytery to: o Seven Mile – Approve the part-time (18 hours per week) commissioned lay pastor covenant with
Elder Lee Ault for one year beginning Sunday, November 18, 2007; his duties will include the authorization to serve the sacraments, moderate session, and have voice and vote at presbytery
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meetings. Terms: Cash salary, $13,000; Auto @ 48.5 cents up to $2,500 max; study allowance, $500; professional expense, $300; 4 weeks vacation, 2 weeks study leave.
o Elder Ault read his statement of faith. Presbytery was given the opportunity to discuss the main motion. Motion passes on voice vote.
o The Moderator asked the constitutional questions from W-4.4003 which were answered in the affirmative and then led the presbytery in the commissioning prayer.
ORDER OF THE DAY - COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONS – Rev. Kathy Horne
o The Committee nominates the following for GA commissioners and presbytery committees: COMMISSIONERS TO THE 218TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY - San Jose, California
Elder Ann Peters (New Carlisle: Honey Creek) Elder Peter Wallace (Urbana : First) Rev. Mark Barnes Rev. Julia Wharff YAD - Abigail DeVault (Troy: First) Alternates Elder Henry Baust (Dayton: Corinth) Elder Rosa Caskey (Xenia: Memorial United) Rev. Richard Culp Rev. Kay Davis-Dudding COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY Class of 2010 The Rev. Joe Hookey COMMITTEE ON REPRESENTATION Class of 2010 Ruth Bent (Yellow Springs: First) BOARD OF TRUSTEES Class of 2008 Rev. John Person Class of 2009 Sam Robinson (Piqua: Westminster)
o Nominations opened to the floor. None received. Nominees elected on voice vote. o The Committee on Nominations reports the following vacancies:
Committee on Ministry Class of 2009 vacated by Rev. Timm High Class of 2010 vacated by Rev. Tim Doty Self-Development of People Class of 2008 vacated by Elder Helyn Waddell
SIXTY-SECOND ANNOUNCEMENTS GREETING OF OUR NEIGHBORS
• New pastors, church staff members, elder commissioners and guests introduced. • Retirement of Rev. Bill Walthour was celebrated. • One half of Hunger Offering designated for the support of the House of Bread, Dayton, Ohio and half to
the Presbyterian Peacemaking Program. • Table Grace offered by the Rev. Eric Pasanchin.
DINNER WORSHIP - The Rev. Christopher Martin (Ch [Lt], USNR), preached in the style of a Navy chaplain stationed in
Iraq. The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper was served. Additional worship participants: Rev. David Fleming (Ch [Col] Ret) and Mr. Tom Oxley (SFC, USA, Ret).
REPORT OF THE COUNCIL, CON’T. Board of Trustees – Elder Doug Hutchens
o Kirkmont Center – report on summer camp, presentation of S’more awards, and Litany of Thanksgiving.
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COMMITTEE ON REPRESENTATION – Rev. Lutrelle Rainey o Reported on the work of the committee and representation report to the synod. (Appendix K)
COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY – Rev. Bill Philips
For action, the committee recommends the presbytery to: o Approve the revised Policy on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Misconduct within The Miami
Presbytery. Presbytery was given the opportunity to debate and discuss. Motion passes on voice vote. (Appendix L)
Attestations were heard from the following congregations regarding the recent calls of new pastors:
o Beavercreek: Kirkmont – call of Rev. David JW Brown
o Carlisle: New Jersey – call of Rev. Jeffrey Thomas Foster
For information, the committee reports the following action taken on behalf of the presbytery:
• Beavercreek: Kirkmont - Approved the call to the Rev. David J. W. Brown as full-time pastor beginning December 8, 2007 and to request his credentials from the Presbytery of Pittsburgh. The congregational meeting was held on October 14, 2007. Terms: Cash Salary $39,950 housing allowance 24,000; deferred compensation 1,199; medical reimb 1,303; full medical/pension; moving costs up to 7,000; auto reimb at IRS rate up to 2,000; continuing ed reimb 2,027; professional expense reimb 1,600; 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave annually.
• Carlisle: New Jersey – Approved the call to the Rev. Jeffrey Thomas Foster as full-time pastor beginning November 1, 2007 and to request his credentials from the Presbytery of Northeast Georgia. The congregational meeting was held on October 21, 2007. Terms: Cash salary $22,000; housing allowance $24,000; full medical/pension dues; SECA allowance $500; auto reimb at IRS rate up to $1200; $500 continuing education reimb; 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave annually.
• Dayton: Good Shepherd – Approved the appointment of the Rev. Richard Walker III as Pastor beginning November 1, 2007. Rev. Walker is a minister member of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church and this appointment was made by the conference bishop. Rev. Walker will be considered for temporary membership in The Miami Presbytery by the Committee on Ministry at a later date.
• Dayton: Southminster –
o Approved the request of the session to invite the Rev. Lesley Paine as part-time (20 hours per week) Parish Associate for Youth Ministries beginning October 21, 2007. Terms: Cash salary and deferred compensation $1,065.23 biweekly; auto reimb at IRS rate up to 1,250; prof dev reimb $500; prof expense reimb $250; four weeks vacation and two weeks study leave, annually.
o Approved the terms of compensation for Elder Jeanne McIver as part-time (20 hours per week) Director of Christian Education. Terms: Cash salary $1,000 biweekly; auto reimb at IRS rate up to $1,250; prof devel reimb 500; prof expense reimb $250; four weeks vacation and two weeks study leave annually.
• Piqua: Good Shepherd – Approved the renewal of the part-time supply relationship with Mr. Roger Toon for one year beginning October 1, 2007. Terms: Cash salary $2170, $5500 housing, $390 automobile reimb; 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave, annually.
• Sidney: First -
o Approved the dissolution of the pastoral relationship with the Rev. Timothy High effective October 31, 2007 and to transfer his credentials to the Presbytery of Charlotte upon request so that he may serve as an interim pastor within their bounds. The congregational meeting was held on October 14, 2007.
o Approved the request of the session to appoint the Rev. Angela Schenck as supply pastor, including moderating session, through December 2007. Terms: $75 per Sunday service plus mileage; $75 plus mileage to moderate the session; $50 plus mileage for hospital calls.
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• Springhill and West Liberty – Approved the request of the session to appoint the Rev. John Caster as supply pastor, including moderating session, through December 2007. Terms $928/mo from Springhill, $914 from West Liberty, ten hours’ work for each church,
• Xenia: Memorial – Approved the interim pastor covenant with the Rev. Wayne McLaughlin beginning November 1, 2007. Terms: Nov. 1- Dec. 31, at 30 hours per week--$1862 per month cash salary, $1111 per month housing allowance, $125 medical supplemental, Car at the IRS rate plus continuing education and professional expenses up to $150 per month; vacation 3 days, 1.5 days study leave. Beginning Jan. 1, at full time, amounts annually--$33,500 cash salary, $20,000 housing allowance, $2,000 medical supplemental, car at IRS rate up to $1,000; professional and continuing education $1,500, vacation 4 weeks, study leave 2 weeks.
• Approved the transfer of ministerial credentials for the Rev. Judy Kolwicz to the Presbytery of Newton upon request.
• Approved the request of the Rev. Shelley Wiley to receive her as a minister member of the presbytery in specialized ministries and to request the transfer of ministerial credentials from the Presbytery of Prospect Hill.
• Approved the request of the Rev. James Graham, HR to receive him as a minister member of the presbytery pending the positive outcome of the standard reference and background checks and to request his credentials from the Presbytery of Cincinnati.
The meeting was adjourned with prayer at approximately 8:50 p.m. The next stated meeting of Miami Presbytery is 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 9, 2008, at United Theological Seminary, Trotwood, Ohio (hosted by Dayton: College Hill). Attest: Doris Arnett Whitaker, Stated Clerk APPENDICES:
A. Report of the Stated Clerk – Correspondence Report B. Minutes for Administrative Commission to install Rev. Dwight McCormick C. Minutes for Administrative Commission to ordain Rev. Katherine (Lewis) Douglass D. Minutes for Administrative Commission to ordain and install Rev. Christopher Benek E. Minutes for the Administrative Commission for Immanuel Korean NCD F. 2007 Session Minutes Review G. In Memoriam for The Reverend George W. Witmer H. Standing Rules I. Manual of Operations J. FY 2008 Budget K. Committee on Representation annual report to the synod L. Policy on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Misconduct
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CONSENT AGENDA **PLEASE NOTE - All the business listed in a Consent Agenda comes from the Council, a committee or an officer of the presbytery and is considered to be routine, noncontroversial business for the presbytery to approve. The Consent Agenda will be moved as one motion and voted on by the presbytery. There is no discussion or debate and no opportunity for amendments. However, any minister member or elder commissioner may request that any item of business be removed from the Consent Agenda for individual consideration. Also in the instance of elections and there are nominations from the floor, the action is removed from the Consent Agenda. All business removed from the Consent Agenda is docketed at the end of the business meeting.
CONSENT AGENDA February 9, 2008
1) From the Stated Clerk –
a) Approval of Minutes of November 13, 2007 b) Approval of amendments to the Manual of Operations c) Approval of proposed amendments to the synod by-laws
2) From the Council – Approval of the change in presbytery name 3) From the Vice Moderator –Elections to the Committee on Nominations 4) From the Committee on Ministry - Election of Elder Pat Youther as Certification Advisor
for certified Christian educators 5) From Committee on Preparation for Ministry – Approval of CPE waiver for a candidate 6) From the Committee on Nominations – Elections to presbytery committees
Elder Jeanne McIver, Chair Email - [email protected]
Phone - (937) 428-9722
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REPORT OF THE STATED CLERK Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
The Stated Clerk recommends that the presbytery: 1. Approve the minutes of the November 2007 stated meeting as distributed.
2. Approve the amendments to the Manual of Operations
a) Networks Support Committee – from “Duties” position description 6) Review all grant applications submitted by Networks for grants outside of the
Presbytery and take action on approval prior to such applications being submitted for consideration by the grantor(s);
7) With the Board of Trustees, provide on-going oversight of all outside Network grants from outside sources;
b) Board of Trustees – from “Duties” in committee description 11) Review all grant applications except those submitted by Networks for grants
outside of the Presbytery and take action on approval prior to such applications being submitted for consideration by the grantor(s);
12) With the Networks Support Committee, monitor and oversee all grants to committee and/or Networks from outside sources;
3. Approve the amendments to the bylaws of the Synod of the Covenant by striking the
existing language in “Article VII – Participants” and adding new language to “Article IV – Synod Assembly” as follows:
Article VII A. Commissioners
Four commissioners from each of the 11 presbyteries with equal numbers of elders and clergy; altogether, the elected commissioners shall represent a diversity of gender, racial ethnicity, age and experience.
• Voice and vote • Two-year terms in classes • Elected by presbyteries • May be are-elected for a maximum of six years
D. Each year the Committee on Representation, with the support of CECA, shall
designate a presbytery to elect two racial-ethnic persons, one clergy and one elder, to be commissioners-at-large to Synod Assembly. The commissioners-at-large shall serve two-year terms in two classes, for a total of four commissioners-at-large who shall have voice and vote and may be elected to serve a maximum of four years.
Article IV B. Participants
1. Commissioners Two commissioners from each of the 11 presbyteries with equal numbers of elders and clergy; altogether, the elected commissioners shall
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represent a diversity of gender, racial ethnicity, age, disability, and experience.
• Voice and vote • Elected by presbyteries • Three-year terms in three classes • May serve for a maximum of six consecutive years
3. Officers of Designated Synod Organizations
a) The moderators or their designees of the following organizations Presbyterian Women Synod Asian Caucus Synod Black Caucus Synod Hispanic Caucus Synod Native American Consulting Committee
b) Terms of participation • Voice and vote • Three-year terms • May serve for a maximum of six consecutive years.
Rev. Doris Arnett Whitaker, Stated Clerk
Email – [email protected] Phone – 937-258-8118
REPORT OF THE COUNCIL Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
The Council recommends that the presbytery:
1. Approve the change of the presbytery’s name to the “Presbytery of the Miami Valley” effective April 1, 2008.
Rationale: Nearly all of the 173 presbyteries have names that are connected to their geography. And while this is certain true for “The Miami Presbytery,” it is also equally true that most persons outside of our geographic area, when hearing our name, immediately think of Florida. The presbytery office, for instance, regularly receives mass mailings from advocacy groups reaching out to Florida congregations! Over the past few months, the Communications Task Force, a one part of its work, engaged a graphic arts consultant to help design a new “logo” for the Miami Presbytery. As is normal in this type of process, the designer begins work from discussions concerning a “sense of identity.” It became quickly apparent that one part of our sense of identity was to make sure that we were identified with Ohio, not Florida. The consultant’s efforts reflected this but these proposals became a bit complex and even convoluted as they tried to convey “too much” information.
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Changing our name immediately simplifies things. First of all, The Presbytery of the Miami Valley identifies “who” we are by “what we do” – we are the presbytery – this is the first piece of our identity, and as part of God’s church, perhaps the most important. Second, Miami Valley clearly defines a geographical place, clearly tied into our heritage and history. While no doubt there will still be persons, completely ignorant of the obvious fact that the words “Valley” and “Florida” are seldom if ever used in a meaningful context, who will wonder if we “miss the seasons down there on South Beach,” The Presbytery of the Miami Valley will go a long way to clear up any confusion. This action requires Synod approval, which has been granted pending the presbytery’s affirmative action.
Elder Jeanne McIver, Chair Email - [email protected]
Phone - (937) 428-9722
REPORT OF THE VICE MODERATOR Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
1. To elect the following to the Committee on Nominations, Class of 2010:
Elder John Mauntler (Troy: First) Rev. Tim Doty
Rev. Denise Ingram
Email - [email protected] Phone - (937) 845-1298
COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
The committee recommends that the presbytery:
1. Approve the appointment of Elder Pat Youther (Beavercreek: Kirkmont) as a Certification Advisor for persons who are going through the process to be certified as certified Christian educators.
Rev. Bill Philips, Chair
Email – [email protected] Phone – (513) 539-0045
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COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
The committee recommends that the presbytery:
1. Approve a waiver of the Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) requirement for Candidate Sue Brown Ramsey.
Rationale: CPM approved the waiver for this candidate in April 2003 for health reasons, based on the recommendation of a health professional. Ms. Ramsey did spend a year and a half in chaplaincy without the CPE component. At that time of granting the waiver, CPM was not aware of the need to bring the request for a waiver to Presbytery. (note - CPE is a requirement by presbytery policy, not the Book of Order, and therefore requires only a simple majority to pass)
Rev. Karen Cassedy, chair
Email – [email protected] Phone - (937) 885-5859
COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONS Consent Agenda February 9, 2008
The committee nominates the following for presbytery committees:
Committee on Ministry Class of 2008 Elder Laurie Shaffer (Lebanon) Class of 2009 Rev. David Collins Class of 2010 Rev. Shelley Wiley
Network Support Committee Class of 2010 Rev. Lisa Hess
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REPORT OF THE COUNCIL February 9, 2008
A NOTE FROM COUNCIL:
We encourage notices of events and other printed material from Networks, committees and individuals for the Display Table at Presbytery meetings. Notices will be placed on the Display Table near the Resource Center and Kirkmont Center tables and NOT ON THE REGISTRATION TABLE. Feel free to print notices, bring them to the presbytery meeting to be picked up at the display table. A representative may wish to stand at the Display Table and tell people about your events and concerns.
We encourage commissioners to visit the Display Table and learn about events that will be going on in the presbytery.
Remember, there are no announcements during the meeting but you are free to be creative in promoting events on the Display Table….Jeanne McIver, Council Chair
For information, the Coordinating Council reports the following business taken on behalf of the presbytery:
1. Determined that Networks, affinity groups and individuals may place written materials in a designated area during each stated meeting of the presbytery.
2. Heard the final report of the Officers’ Task Force and received the following recommendations:
a. To continue to keep the offices of Stated Clerk and Treasurer separate offices that may or may not be held by one person.
b. To reduce the position of Treasurer from a half-time position to a quarter-time position.
c. To increase the position of Bookkeeper from half-time to three-quarter time. d. To make only minor changes to the position of Stated Clerk.
Action was taken to recommend changes in the Standing Rules by removing the ordination requirement for the Treasurer and moving the position from the section of “Officers” to “Staff.” Such action will be presented to the presbytery in February 2008 as a first reading with anticipated action taken at the May 2008 stated meeting. The Council also remanded the full report to the Staff Services Committee for implementation, including needed revisions to the position descriptions of the Treasurer and Bookkeeper. The Task Force was dismissed with the Council’s thanks.
3. Actions taken regarding Networks Support Committee: a. Approved the committees’ request to grant an additional $600 to Campus Ministry
for purchase of cameras; and an additional $50 to the Red (“red” is Spanish for network) Multicultural Network for purchase of Bibles.
b. Approved the committees’ request to form a task group consisting of representatives of Council, Board of Trustees and Networks Support Committee to consider issues related to designated giving by individuals and congregations and recommend guidelines or modifications to existing policy.
Elder Jeanne McIver, Chair Email - [email protected]
Phone - (937) 428-9722
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BOARD OF TRUSTEES February 9, 2008
1. 2008 year-end financial report narrative – Due to year of transition, there are a
several differences to highlight: a. There were two separate budgets that have been combined for year-end
reporting. b. All income and expense items are listed. c. The per cap budget consisted of ONLY the Presbytery portion ($15.63) while
the actual is the total per cap received. d. Line items with zero budgets are generally pass-through amounts – same
amount received as paid out. e. Kirkmont income and expenses are reflected in the KIRKMONT Fund not in
the Presbytery Budget.
COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY February 9, 2008
For information, the Committee on Preparation for Ministry reports the following action taken on behalf of the presbytery;
1. Enrolled Mr. Omar Bolivar (Dayton: Fairmont) as an Inquirer on December 1, 2007. 2. Met with Candidate Sue Brown Ramsey in annual consultation and approved her
continuation in the preparation process.
Miami Presbytery - Dayton, Ohio 45410-324201/18/08 Treasurer's Report for January, 2007 through December, 2007 (General) Page 1
AccountNumber Account Name Year to Date Annual Budget
Income
401.100 Per Capita from Churches 326,904.10 222,774.00401.102 Miami Shared Income 274,816.91 293,654.00401.104 Miami Extra Commitment 1,235.00 0.00401.105 Presbyterian Women 3,171.83 5,000.00401.107 Preparation for Ministry 2,369.10 0.00401.108 Global Partnership Income 725.00 0.00401.110 Interest 19,839.03 10,237.00401.111 Miscellaneous Income 3,640.85 5,000.00401.112 Mission Yearbooks 736.75 0.00401.120 Synod Matching Callenge 15,000.00 0.00401.125 Investment Draw 43,000.00 44,316.00401.126 Youth Income 9,460.36 0.00401.127 Church Redevelopment Bell/Gett 3,060.91 0.00401.178 Hispanic Income 1,537.26 0.00401.180 Synod Grant Hispanic Ministire 2,049.00 9,999.00401.181 GA Grant Hispanic Ministries 25,667.00 9,000.00401.430 GA Shared Mission Income 115,476.30 0.00401.435 GA Directed Mission 6,754.00 0.00401.440 GA Special Offering 92,952.80 0.00401.441 GA Extra Committment 35,442.32 0.00401.450 Synod Shared Mission 19,512.87 0.00401.455 Synod Extra Committment 1,766.51 0.00401.460 Korean Pastor Salary & Benefit 51,881.04 0.00401.464 Synod Grant Korean Project 8,250.00 0.00401.465 GA Grant Korean 18,750.00 0.00401.466 Synod Grant- Higher Education 4,607.40 0.00401.470 Hungar Meal Offering 1,391.41 0.00
Total Income $1,089,997.75 $599,980.00
Expense
501.100 EP Salary 66,087.41 66,333.00501.102 EP Medical Supplement 192.79 200.00501.104 EP Professional Expense 6,271.99 6,300.00501.109 AEP PC 36,970.27 36,674.00501.110 SC Salary 27,038.09 27,050.00501.111 SC Housing 4,060.43 4,060.00501.112 SC Education 1,239.91 1,500.00501.113 SC Dental Expense 675.00 675.00501.114 SC Professional Exp 791.12 1,000.00501.120 KC Director Salary 55,759.98 55,760.00501.122 KC Director Medical 1,152.62 1,150.00501.123 KC Director Profestional Exp 6,304.98 1,000.00501.130 Office Manager Salary 29,206.06 28,776.00501.140 Treasurer Salary 11,394.00 13,232.00501.141 Treasurer Professional Expense 2,163.88 2,600.00501.145 Bookkeeper 12,335.10 13,346.00501.150 Resource Center 8,500.94 15,889.00501.170 Employer FICA 7,502.98 7,500.00501.171 Board of Pensions 73,348.12 70,100.00501.185 HM Coordinator 40,212.07 50,510.00501.186 HM Coord Severence 11,387.74 15,399.00501.199 EP Search & Move 11,833.65 12,000.00
Total Salaries & Benefits $414,429.13 $431,054.00
501.200 Committee on Ministry Expense 16,693.86 13,487.00501.220 Com on Prep for Ministry Exp 781.22 485.00
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Miami Presbytery - Dayton, Ohio 45410-324201/18/08 Treasurer's Report for January, 2007 through December, 2007 (General) Page 2
AccountNumber Account Name Year to Date Annual Budget
501.230 Cert Christian Educators Expen 100.00 500.00501.250 Self Development Expense 1,583.65 50.00501.251 Nominating Committee 56.08 50.00501.252 PJC 457.90 965.00501.254 Council 4,127.98 2,300.00501.255 Communications 1,794.77 1,500.00501.256 Committee Admin Expense 1,799.80 1,840.00501.258 Partnership Grants 5,400.00 5,400.00501.259 Network Committee Expense 34,241.99 34,182.00501.260 Campus Ministires 20,229.28 19,720.00501.261 Hispanic Ministries 1,930.49 4,500.00
Total Committee Expense $89,197.02 $86,271.00
501.401 Audit Expense 10,000.00 0.00501.402 Credit Card Fees 2.00 50.00501.403 Equipment Usage/Maintenance 8,594.75 2,500.00501.404 Equipment Purchases 3,919.00 2,000.00501.405 Insurance 24,630.55 16,000.00501.410 Office Supplies 9,785.53 1,500.00501.415 Payroll Fees 2,251.42 600.00501.420 Postage 2,518.85 300.00501.425 Presbytery Meetings 883.43 0.00501.430 Rent 22,929.00 22,085.00501.435 Staff Services Contingency 3,924.38 2,500.00501.440 Telephone 5,481.24 2,485.00501.450 Miscellaneous Office Expense 1,076.51 545.00
Total Operating Expense $95,996.66 $50,565.00
501.600 GA Per Cap 82,524.59 0.00501.601 GA Shared Mission Expense 116,052.30 0.00501.602 GA Directed Mission Exp 6,178.00 0.00501.603 GA Special Offering Exp 92,952.80 0.00501.605 GA Extra Commitment Exp 35,442.32 0.00501.610 Synod Per Cap Exp 43,898.97 0.00501.615 Synod Shared Mission Exp 19,512.87 0.00501.616 Synod Extra Commitment Exp 1,766.51 0.00501.618 Miami Presbytery Extra Commit 1,235.00 0.00501.620 Korean Pastor Salary & Benefit 52,656.06 0.00501.621 Korean Project 36,000.00 0.00501.622 Hispanic Ministries 36,000.04 0.00501.623 Synod Match Challenge Expense 23,390.80 0.00501.625 Hunger Meal Offering 1,391.41 0.00501.630 Kirkmont Center 30,000.00 32,090.00
Total Mission $579,001.67 $32,090.00
Total Expense $1,178,624.48 $599,980.00
Difference ($88,626.73) $0.00
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Miami Presbytery - Dayton, Ohio 45410-324201/18/08 Balance Sheet as of December 31, 2007 Page 1Account # Account name Year to Date
Assets
101.100 5/3 Checking Account 84,996.58101.101 5/3 Money Market 108,801.91101.102 Balanced Growth Presby Foundat 363,737.14101.103 Growth Fund Presbyterian Fonda 118,533.34101.104 Permanent Fund Presby Founda 4,549.49101.105 Alliance Fund 10,708.93101.106 5/3 Endowment Fund 28,091.46101.107 5/3 Kirkmont Checking 30,019.12101.108 5/3 Kirkmont Money Market 58,128.95102.101 Huber Heights Faith Loan 4,830.81102.102 Heritage Presby Chuch Loan 21,887.02102.103 Jamestown Loan 1,839.16103.101 Kirkmont Center Fixed Assets 1,350,000.00104.101 Presbytery Office Equip/Books 158,810.00
Total Assets $2,344,933.91
Liabilities and Fund Balances
210.101 Kirkmont/Greenville Note 4,620.01210.102 Audit Expense Accrued 4,000.00210.103 Dell Accrual 4,964.76
Total Liabilities $13,584.77
301.100 General Fund Balance (91,726.59)302.101 Working Capital Fund 552,360.54303.101 Endowment Fund 28,091.68304.101 Kirkmont Fund 88,148.07305.101 Minister Installations Fund 3,700.00306.101 Northminister Fund 222,538.00307.101 Older Adult Fund 7,030.39308.101 Peacemaking Fund 4,207.05310.101 Fixed Asset Fund 1,508,810.00311.101 Kirkmont Nonviolence Grant Fd 8,190.00
Total Fund Balance $2,331,349.14
Total Liabilities and Fund Balances $2,344,933.91
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COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY Pre-presbytery Packet
February 9, 2008 For action, the committee recommends that the presbytery:
1. Bradford: First – Commission Elder Irwin Roberts (Dayton: Sugar Creek) as a part-time (14 hours per week) Commissioned Lay Pastor for six months beginning February 10, 2008. Duties shall include prepare Sunday services, preach on Sunday morning, moderate Session meetings, attend presbytery meetings, preside at weddings and funerals, make hospital and home visits, provide general pastoral care, administer the sacraments of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and if possible participate in community services and conduct special services throughout the liturgical year.
For information, the committee reports the following action taken on behalf of the presbytery:
1. Beavercreek: Kirkmont - Approved the Administrative Commission to install the Rev. David JW Brown as Pastor on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at 3:00 pm. Commission members: Elder Tom Milligan, Moderator (Sidney: First), Elder Tim Pollard (Beavercreek: Kirkmont), Elder Diane Wellborn (Dayton: Westminster), Rev. Carmen Garrigan, and Rev. A. Thomas Paine.
2. Belle Center: First – Approved the renewal of the full-time interim pastor covenant with the Rev. Kathy Clark for twelve months beginning January 1, 2008. Terms: Cash salary $37,800, free use of manse, deferred income 6,300, prof expenses including travel and prof dev reimb 5,000, 4 weeks and 2 weeks annually.
3. Bradford: First – Approved the invitation to Elder Irwin Roberts to serve as a part-time Commissioned Lay Pastor for six months beginning February 10, 2008, pending successful completion of the Oxford check and approval of the presbytery at the February 2008 stated meeting. Terms for six months: Cash salary $2209.98; mileage $1674.66; social security $274.02; Medicare $64.08; 2 weeks vacation, 1 week study leave.
4. Dayton: Good Shepherd – Granted the status of temporary presbytery membership, including voice and vote, to the Rev. Richard Walker III, member of the West Ohio Conference of the United Methodist Church, for the duration of the time he serves the congregation.
5. Dayton: Westminster –
a. Approved the call of the Rev. Laurie Brubaker Davis as the full-time Associate Pastor for Spiritual Growth beginning January 1, 2008. The congregation voted in the affirmative at a duly called meeting on November 25, 2007. Terms: Cash $28,000, housing allowance 27,000, additional death benefit 330, full medical/pension dues, travel reimb at IRS rate, cont ed and professional expense reimb 2,250, one time moving expenses not to exceed 2,000, 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave annually.
b. Approved the Administrative Commission to install the Rev. Laurie Brubaker Davis as Associate Pastor for Spiritual Growth on Sunday, February 23, 2008 at 3:00 pm. Commission members: Elder Tom Milligan, Moderator (Sidney: First), Elder Gloria Pugh (Dayton: Westminster), Elder Peter Wallace (Urbana: First), Rev. Bob Wade and Rev. Barbara Barnes.
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6. Dayton: Southminster – Approved the appointment of the Rev. David Fleming as part-time temporary supply, providing preaching, limited pastoral service and moderating session until the spring or until a designated pastor candidate has been identified.
7. Sidney: First – Appointed the Rev. David Fleming as moderator of session while serving as temporary pulpit supply.
8. Springfield: Oakland –
a. Approved the dissolution of the pastoral relationship with the Rev. Laurie Davis effective December 31, 2007. The congregation approved the dissolution at a duly called congregational meeting held on December 30, 2007.
b. Approved the full-time interim pastoral covenant with the Rev. Tom Martin for one year beginning January 1, 2008. Terms: Cash $44,000 plus $6,000 to an IRA in the effective salary; $1500 medical/dental and eye care, up to $9000 per year travel; $800 study leave expenses; total $61,300. Five weeks including 4 Sundays vacation; 14 days study leave with 2 Sundays.
9. Springhill and West Liberty – Approved the part-time (10 hrs/wk) stated supply appointment with the Rev. Angela Schenck for twelve months beginning January 1, 2008. Terms: Housing allowance $10,344, full pension/medical, SECA 792, prof dev reimb 250, prof expense reimb 500, 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks annually.
10. W. Carrollton: First - To approve the renewal of the part-time (30 hr/wk) interim appointment with the Rev. Kathy T. Horne for six months beginning February 16, 2008. Terms (calculated annually): Cash salary $5,326, housing allow 24,200, full medical/pension dues, prof dev reimb 1,500, travel and prof expenses 500, 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave annually.
11. Immanuel Korean NCD – Approved the 2008 terms compensation for the Rev. Soo Kwang Kim at cash salary $32,484, housing allow 9,000, dental 675, full medical/pension, prof dev 750, 4 weeks vacation and 2 weeks study leave.
12. Approved the request from the Presbytery of Tropical Florida to transfer the ministerial credentials of the Rev. John Caster so that he may accept the call as Pastor from First Presbyterian Church, Zephyrhills, FL effective January 1, 2008.
13. Approved the request of the Rev. Conley Zomermaand to labor outside the bounds of the presbytery so that he may serve as an interim pastor within the bounds of the Presbytery of Maumee Valley effective January 1, 2008; and to transfer his ministerial credentials upon request.
14. Approved a COM policy on “Services of Ordination, Installation and Commissioning of Ministers of Word and Sacrament and the Commissioning of Certified Christian Educators and Commissioned Lay Pastors”.
Rev. Bill Philips, Chair Email – [email protected]
Phone – (513) 539-0045
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STATEMENT OF FAITH Elder Irwin R. Roberts
I believe in the ONE eternal God, omnipotent and omniscient. He created the world, bringing it
from chaos to order and placing upon it and in it all living things for His pleasure.
He created human life and gave them dominion over all other living and inanimate things, for
the purpose of being good stewards of the world and for His companionship, for our God is a
loving and compassionate God. He made them in His image and was well pleased with His
creation. God is not only the creator of all things, but rules over all things and is involved in the
affairs of the world until the end so that the purposes of God may be embraced in all creation
I believe God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, born miraculously to Mary through the Holy Spirit.
Christ was the Word and the Word became flesh. I believe He was born of a human that he
might be both fully human and fully divine, walking among God’s children as one of them,
healing the sick, lame and blind and raising the dead through his divine powers.
I believe that Jesus Christ was condemned by those same children for his work, and was
crucified, suffering the sins of humans while nailed to the cross.
I believe in the resurrection of the body and life eternal. God raised Christ from the dead, that
through His resurrection we might have eternal life by the grace of God. Death is not an end to
life but a beginning; by accepting Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, we shall also experience life
after death. I believe that Christ remains on earth through the Holy Spirit and that he will come
again when God creates a new world.
I believe the church, of which Christ is the head, receives the Scriptures, proclaims the gospel
and celebrates the sacraments. We as the church, worship and pay homage to our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ. Thanks be to God. Amen.
