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NORTH CENTRAL PRESBYTERY Of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church |
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DIRECTORY OF BOARD PERSONNEL (Year of expiration of term and term being served is indicated on extreme right.)
BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Melissa Goodloe Chr, 910 w. State St, Pochahontas Il , 618-669-2533 rev.melissagoodloe@yahoo.com, 13-2 Kathleen Fischer, Sec, 21091 E 1700th Ave, Yale IL 62481, 618-793-2080, tnk@wbnorriselectric.com, 13-3 Eduardo Montoya, 270 Windsor Dr, Roselle, 60172, 630-980-1577, edmontoya@hotmail.com, 13-1 Cheryl Allison, Route 3, Box 341, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-599-6142, cherylka@yahoo.com, 11-2 Carla Harnacke, Box 29, New Holland IL 62671, 217-445-2412, charnacke@court.state.il.us, 13-3 Jesse Thornton, 122 Cherry St.Chandler, IN 47610, 812-925-6175,jessthornton@msn.com ,12-1 Geoff Bunting, 8944 Bahama Cv, Newburgh IN 47630, (812) 480-8985, gbunting@newhope4all.net, 12-1 Carla Axton, 1504 Cumberland Drive, Fairfield, IL 812-868-0036. 12-1 Hayden McDuffee,3366 South Michigan,Chicago, IL 60616, 618-599-4242, hayhaymc@gmail.com
BOARD OF FINANCE AND TRUSTEES Mike Zoll, Chr, 8155 Heather Dr., Newburgh IN 47630, 812-490-1668, mjzoll@wowway.com, 11-2 Ruth Louder, Sec, 207 W. Elm, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-847-2491, ruthlouder@frontier.com, 12-1 Don Findley, 4155 Sherri Lee Ln, Newburgh IN 47630, 812-858-5572, dlfind@aol.com, 11-3 Stephen Hughes, 1011 E. 14th St., Georgetown IL 61846, 217-662-6988, hughesst@sbcglobal.net, 12-3 Dean McReynolds, 399 CR 1600 N., Bethany IL 61914, 217-665-3420, wdeanmcreynolds@yahoo.com, 12-2 Jack Thomas, 1909 CR 100E, Dalton City, IL 61925, 13-1 Glenadean Garrison , 925 Primm Rd, Apt 414, Lincoln, IL 62656-3179, jerryg414@aol.com 217-732-8931,13-1 Debbie Shanks, 3997 N. 100th St., Casey IL 62420, 217-932-2995, royndebbie@hotmail.com, 13-6
BOARD OF HERITAGE AND WITNESS Albert J. Smith, Chr, 7722 Shiloh Road, Virginia IL 62691,217-452-3408, ct_alsmith@casscomm.com,12-2 Priscilla Wilson, Sec, 2665 E Washington Rd., Casey IL 62420, 407-451-9280, pcwininger@eiu.edu, 13-3 Stella Pryor, Cisne, IL, 618-673-2852,’11-1 Marilyn Tisdale, 817 Clinton St, Lincoln IL, 62656, 217-732-3006, 13-2 Kevan Stum, 15 Brock Ln., Fairfield IL 62837, 618-516-2322, kstum@fairfieldwireless.net, 12-1
BOARD OF JUDICIARY AND SESSION RECORDS Nelda Kline, 690 E. 1800th Ave., Beecher City IL 62414, 618-487-5363,12-3 David Parman, 5034 S Monroe School Rd, Monroe City IN 47557,812-743-2646,dparman@evansville.net,12-2 Kim Wheeler, 935 CR 1325 N, Trilla IL 62469, 217-218-2018, kwheeler@sblhs.org,13-1 Carroll, Richards, 210 Allison Dr, Lincoln IL 62656, 217-732-7894, dr_cr@comcast.net , 11-1 J. C. McDuffee, Route 3 Box 574, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-842-5624, jdmhkc@midwest.net , 13-1 Amy Richardson, 2222 Bayard Park Dr. Evansville IN. 47714, 812-306-5701, 13-1
BOARD OF MINISTRY James Messer, 3653 Old Madisonville Rd, Henderson KY 42420, 270-827-0711, jcmess@hotmail.com, 13-2 Roy Shanks, Sec, 3997 N. 100th St., Casey IL 62420, 217-932-2995, royndebbie@juno.com, 11-2 Shirley Topar, 2233 Cambridge Dr. SE, Grand Rapids MI 49506, 616-245-0625, s_j_topar@yahoo.com, 13-2 Andy Pottorff, Route 3, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-925-1185, andypottorff@hotmail.com, 11-2 Kevin Small, 6492 E. 400th Rd., Martinsville IL 62442, 618-569-4955, revkev61@gmail.com, 12-1 Victory Moore, 17388 Chandlerville Rd., Virginia Il, 62691, ladytory@gmail.com , 12-1 Durant Axton, 1504 Cumberland Drive, Fairfield, IL 812-868-0036, revpeck@fcpchurch.org , 13-1
BOARD OF NOMINATIONS Sara McCawley, Chr, Box 107, New Holland IL 62671, 217-445-2367, 13-3 Nancy Gordon, 822 CR 1400 N., Lerna IL 62440, 217-234-9797, tlgandnkg@yahoo.com, 12-1 Lucy Becker, 913 Sorenson, Evansville IN 47712, 812-424-6001, 11-1 BOARD OF PASTORAL AND CONGREGATIONAL CARE Terry Gordon, Chr, 822 CR 1400 N., Lerna IL 62440, 217-234-9797, tlgandnkg@yahoo.com, 13-3 J. B. Gates, Sec, P.O. Box 289, Enfield IL 62835, 618-963-2306, rjjbgate@hamiltoncom.net, 11-2 Adam McReynolds, P.O. Box 162, Bethany IL 61914, 217-665-3649, adm1970@yahoo.com, 11-2 Stanley Kline, 690 E. 1800th Ave., Beecher City IL 62414, 618-487-5363, 12-3 Jerry Pataki, 319 Walnut Street, Westville IL 61883, 217-267-3151, jpataki@sbcglobal.net, 13-3 John Baird, 601 East Woodyard Ave. Ridge Farm, Il 61870, 217-247-2860, 12-1 Rodney Richardson, 2222 Bayard Park Dr. Evansville IN. 47714, 812-306-5701, 13-1
CPWM OFFICERS President – Pat White, 301 Dorris Drive, Fairfield, IL 62837, 618-842-3807, granoldopry@gmail.com Past President- Nancy Gordon, 822 CR 1400 N., Lerna IL 62440, 217-234-9797, tlgandnkg@yahoo.com Treasurer- Susan Smith 207-452-3927,1002 S. Cass, Virginia, IL 62691, SLS48@casscomm.com Secretary- Jan McReynolds, , 399 CR 1600 N., Bethany IL 61914, 217-665-3420, wdeanmcreynolds@yahoo.com
DIRECTORY OF MINISTERS Jeremias Aros, 5649 W. Roscoe, Chicago IL 60634, 773-685-4395, jeremiasaros@sbcglobal.net Richard Bender, 125 Elm St., Elberfeld IN 47613, 812-983-9597, richardjbenderjr@yahoo.com Geoff Bunting, 8944 Bahama Cv, Newburgh IN 47630, 812- 480-8985, gbunting@newhope4all.net J. B. Gates, Box 289, Enfield IL 62835, 618-963-2306, rjjbgate@hamiltoncom.net Melissa Goodloe, 910 w. State St., Pochahontas, IL, 62275, 618-669-2533, rev.melissagoodloe@yahoo.com Terence R. McCain, Sr., 15804 Camden Ave., Eastpointe MI 48021, 586-774-4861 J. C. McDuffee, Route 3 Box 574, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-842-5624, jdmhkc@midwest.net James Messer, 3653 Old Madisonville Rd, Henderson KY 42420, 270-827-0711, jcmess@hotmail.com Jose Oliviera, 7310 Jasmine Dr., Hanover Park IL 60133, 630-855-0870, valdisoares@yahoo.com Kevin Small, 6492 E. 400th Rd., Martinsville IL 62442, 618-569-4955, revsmall@webtv.net Robert J. Springer, 403 Prairie Ridge Ct., Eureka IL 61530-1076, 309-467-5030, rae1944@juno.com Jesse Thornton, 122 Cherry St.Chandler, IN 47610, 812-925-6175,jessthornton@msn.com Shirley Topar, 2233 Cambridge Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506, 616-245-0625, s_j_topar@yahoo.com David West, Box 596, Lincoln IL 62656, 217-732-7568 Janeth Yarce,3019 W Calavar Rd, Phoenix AZ 60506-4802, janethyarce.@yahoo.com
DIRECTORY OF PROBATIONERS LICENTIATES Jack Wieland, 107 W. Crowder St., Bethany, IL, 61914, 217-823-4331, jgwieland@hotmail.com
CANDIDATES Timothy Goodloe, 4701 Sweetser Ave., Evansville IN 47714, 812-476-3783, racer60000@yahoo.com Gail Allen, Route 2 Box 12C, Bethany, Il 61914-9604, 217-665-3387, kallen1_61914@yahoo.com Julio Roman, 1714 S. 4th Ave., Maywood, IL 60153, 708-223-2185, pastorccc@clear.net
DIRECTORY OF CONGREGATIONS AND CLERKS Albion, Cumberland Chapel, Ronald Huffman, Route 2 Box 202, Fairfield IL 62837, 618-842-9518, huffmanrj@hotmail.com Knights Chapel, Janet Church, 5541 W. County Rd. 100 S., Petersburg IN 47567-8391, 812-749-3242 Mt. Gilead, Elizabeth File, 547 Il Rt 140, Pocahontas IL 62275, 618-664-3216 Village, Charles F. Edwards, 324 Co. Rd. 250 N, Norris City IL 62869, 618-962-3256
April 1-2, 2011
AFTERNOON SESSION, APRIL 1, 2011
The opening worship service was led by the retiring moderator, Rev. Jesse Thornton, with Debbie Shanks at the piano and Roy Shanks as song leader. The congregation sang “He Leadeth Me” and “Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus”. Rev. Thornton read Hebrews 11:32-34 and spoke on “Heroic Faith”. Heroic faith is a characteristic of outstanding leaders in the Bible such as Gideon, Barack, Sampson, Jepthah, David, Samuel and the prophets, who through faith, fulfilled God’s plans. We all need to have heroic faith to be good leaders like them, trust God who will strengthen us and lead others to trust God. We need people who are willing to make a stand for God. He closed with prayer.
Elder Roy Shanks gave the necessary announcements.
The moderator called the meeting to order. After a sign-in roll call, the clerk declared a quorum present.
Rev. Jesse Thornton gave the Constituting Prayer.
Elder Terry Gordon was elected moderator by acclamation. Elder Jack Enlow was elected Vice-Moderator by acclamation.
The program was adopted as printed.
Visitors: Dr. Jay Earhart-Brown, President of Memphis Theological Seminary, Nashville Presbytery, was recognized and seated as an advisory member. Cindy Martin, West Tennessee Presbytery, Denominational trainer, RheAnn White, Missionary to Japan, and Rev. Dianne Dill-Richards. On vote, all visiting ordained ministers will be seated as advisory members.
The moderator called recess.
The Moderator called recess out and appointed members to the select Committee on Overtures, Resolutions and Excuses: Chr. Rev. Jesse Thornton, Rev. Peck Axton, Elders Adam McReynold, Lester Cargill and Marilyn Tisdale. Members to the Memorial Committee: Chr. Rev. Melissa Goodloe, Rev. J. C. McDuffie and Elder Priscilla Wilson.
Communications: Informational letters from Red River Presbytery concerning Rev. Robert Smith and Trinity Presbytery concerning Rev. Mark Horner were read. A letter of transfer for Rev. Justin Griffin was referred to the Board of Ministry.
Denominational Representatives: Roy Shanks, Ministry Council, brought the Presbytery up to date on what the Council has been doing. They have combined 4 units into 1, hired a new executive assistant, done away with a part-time secretary. They are trying to evaluate other vacant positions to see if any can be combined, etc. and looking into communication -- how to improve communication with each other. The Missions Ministry Team has been redesigned. OUO needs to be funded.
Cindy Martin of the Ministry Team, West Tennessee Presbytery reported that The Children’s Home has served over 70 children and 18 adults in the residences and almost 900 in non-resident capacities. They received a $31,000 grant to update the kitchen which is now being done. The center Staff gathers every Wed morning for intercessory prayer. If you have requests let them know. Rev. Bob Watkins and Edith Gholson Old visited 4 of the 7 Asian churches. The Missions Ministry Team has set the Youth Evangelism Conference in Dec. 2012. A new Mexican Council that will possibly become a Presbytery has been organized. The CP Church has helped in Haiti, Dyersburg, Tn and Japan The Pastoral Development Team has designated 2012 “Year of the Clergy.” Oct 11-13 is the Minister’s Conference. The Communications Ministry Team is hunting someone to help redesign the web site. Work is progressing on the 2012 calendar. The Discipleship Ministry Team is sending 2 videos to each church. eVotions are available on line. A new endowment for Christian Education honoring Terence McCain has been set up. Frank Ward will be missed in his retirement. CPYC news conference needs participants. Young adult ministry information is needed from churches. General Assembly will be held at Springfield, MO June 20-24.
Dr. Earhart-Brown, president MTS. MTS uses Romans 10:13 as its mission - have a part in sending the men and women that God calls out with God’s ministry. There are 360 students representing 25 denominations. It is not reserved only for CPs. Dr. Campbell retired 12-31-10 and is pastoring in Calico Rock, AR. Today, April 1, Dr. Michael Qualls takes over as the new director of PAS. Brittany Meeks of Fairfield is in the Master Program. PAS is a good source for continuing education credits. There will be a Polity Class at General Assembly before assembly begins and there will be a Cumberland Treasures Auction at General Assembly as a fund raiser for seminary. The “Lamp”, seminary news, is available.
Bob Watkins –Mission Ministry team - The C.P. Church is connectional. OUO is one way smaller congregations can still do great things. Each individual church couldn’t sponsor their own schools, or support a children’s home by themselves, but as a whole, they can accomplish much.
Board and Standing Committee Reports
The report of the Board of Pastoral and Congregation Care was read. A motion was made on request from Rev. Montoya to strike Recommendation 2; passed. The report was read and concurred in as amended, its recommendation adopted, marked “A” and placed on file.
Report of the Board of Judiciary and Session Records was read and concurred in, its recommendation adopted, marked “B” and placed on file.
Report of Board of Finance and Trustees was read and concurred in, marked “C” and placed on file.
Report of Heritage and Witness was read and concurred in, marked “D’ and placed on file.
Report of Board of Christian Education was read and concurred in, its recommendation adopted, marked “E” and placed on file.
The report of the Board of Nominations was read, concurred in, its recommendation adopted, marked “F” and placed on file. There being no other nominees, they were elected by acclamation.
The report of Board of Ministry was postponed until the Saturday morning meeting.
The moderator called recess for committee work and the evening meal. Moderator Gordon prayed.
EVENING SESSION, APRIL 1, 2010
The moderator called recess out.
The Consecration Service was led by the CPWM. Debbie Shanks played the piano and Jerry Middleton served as song leader. Susan Smith led the Call to Worship. The Prayer of Invocation, Call to Confession and Declaration of Pardon was given by Jan McReynolds. The offering of $611.05 taken by Nancy Gordon, June Smith and Sara McCawley will be used for the Publication and Translation Ministry. Susan Smith read Luke 5:33-39. Prayers of the People was given by Pat White. Debbie Shanks sang “How Deep the Father’s Love Is”. Rev. Dr. Jay Earheart-Brown spoke on “Something Old; Something New”. When the Pharisees quizzed Jesus he gave them the parable of the old garment and a new patch and putting new wine in an old wine skin. Churches are traditional, they resist change because the “old” is comfortable and proven, but can they contain the living dynamics of Christ? Any institution that refuses to change will not last. When the glory of the Lord is revealed, will we have the courage to leave the “old” and follow the “new”? The congregational hymn, “Let Us Break Bread together” was sung. The Communion Service was conducted by Rev. Ralph Blevins, assisted by elders Roy Shanks, Jerry Middleton, Eugene Cramer and Bryan Cramer. The congregation sang “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” after with Rev. Blevins closed with prayer and the Benediction. Moderator Gordon called recess to Saturday morning at 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY MORNING, APRIL 2, 2011 8:30 a.m.
The praise service was opened with prayer by Adam McReynolds and he read Ps. 68:19. He and Jill Wieland led the congregation in singing “Crown Him” after which the “Peace of Christ” was passed. The congregation then sang “All Hail the Power of Jesus Name” and “I Surrender All”. Candidate Jack Wieland spoke on how he became a Christian and his walk with God. He read I Cor. 3:1-8. We need to keep planting seeds to further God’s word. II Cor. 9:6-11 tells us to give not only money but spiritually to grow his church. Encourage others in their spiritual growth. John 12:24-26 tells us to give our entire life to God. We have to give all our life to God and He will give us full life. He closed with prayer.
Glen Austin gave the Heritage Report on Bethany CP Church.
The Moderator declared recess out. After a voice roll call, the moderator declared a quorum present. The minutes were approved as corrected.
A motion was made from the floor to accept Justin Griffin’s letter of transfer. Motion passed.
The report of the Board of Ministry was read and, by motion vote, recommendations were considered seriatem. Recommendation 1 was adopted. Recommendation 2 was read and Jack Wieland was questioned by the body. Rev. Topar asked the Constitutional questions which were answered in the affirmative. . Rev. Topar prayed. On motion, Recommendation 2 was adopted. Jack Wieland was licensed by Presbytery. Recommended 3 was adopted. The report of the Board of Ministry was read as a whole, concurred in, its recommendations adopted, marked “G” and placed on file. The hand of Christian fellowship was offered to Jack and his wife, Jill. Report 2 of the Board of Congregational and Pastoral Care was read and concurred in, its recommendations adopted, marked “H” and placed on file.
The Special Committee on One Day Presbytery was received, the recommendation denied by a vote of 22-6, marked “I” and placed on file.
The report of the select Committee on Overtures, Resolution and Excuses was accepted as read, its recommendation adopted marked “J’ and placed on file.
A commission was appointed to install Rev. Steve Blaum: Rev. Albert Smith, Rev. Melissa Goodloe, Elder Dan Segar, Elder Adam McReynolds, with the date to be announced.
Rev. J. C. McDuffee, Rev. Ralph Blevins, Elder Bill Morris and Elder Andy Pottorff were appointed as the commission to install Rev. Justin Griffin with the date to be announced.
Rev. Watkins announced David and Sara Lee will at Trilla June 26 to speak.
Rev. Albert Smith announced the Renaissance will be at Shiloh May 11.
The minutes were approved as read. After a voice roll call, the clerk declared a quorum present.
The meeting adjourned to meet October 14-15, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. with the Chandler Cumberland Presbyterian Church, IN congregation.
Rev. Robert Watkins closed with prayer.
Elder Terry Gordon – Moderator Rev. Ralph Blevins – Stated Clerk
Appendix “A” Board of Pastoral and Congregational Care
To: North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church is session with the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Casey, Illinois on April 1, 2011.
The Board of Congregational and Pastoral Care met on February 26, 2010, with Terry Gordon, John Baird, Stanley Kline, Jerry Pataki, and J. B. Gates present. The meeting opened with prayer by Terry Gordon. Absent: Adam McReynolds- excused -- Rodney Richardson- No communication
Officers elected: Terry Gordon – Chairperson Adam McReynolds - V. Chairperson J. B. Gates - Secretary
Communications A contract from Lincoln First Cumberland Presbyterian Church and Steve Blaum was reviewed and upon a passed motion vote, a relationship is approved.
Recommendation 1: That the pastoral relationship between the Rev. Steve Blaum and Lincoln First Cumberland Presbyterian Church be established.
Moderator reports received and accepted from: Rev. Kevin Small - Casey, and Pleasant Grove Rev. J. B. Gates – New Hope, Georgetown, and Good Prospect Roger Dallwig - Grace
A letter was received from one of our churches asking for assistance with their pastor’s salary. In accordance with Miscellaneous Policies, Section E the board has agreed to assist this congregation for a period of one year. This action is to be reviewed annually with a copy of the denominational annual report to this committee and a report from the Clerk concerning the programs and growth of the church.
Rev. Justin Griffin, United Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Norris City asked the committee what he needed to do to be in compliance.
Eduardo Montoya submitted a request for assistance in going on the mission trip conducted by Rev. Bob Watkins to Africa. Recommendation 2: That $300.00 be given to Eduardo Montoya for the mission trip to Africa. This is contingent on his raising the balance. In accordance with Miscellaneous Policies “J” – Mission assistance. *clerks note- Recommendation 2 was stricken at the request of Rev. Eduardo Montoya
The meeting closed with prayer by Jerry Pataki. Terry Gordon, Chair, John Baird, Stanley Kline, Jerry Pataki and J. B. Gates
Appendix “B” Board of Judiciary and Session Records
To the North Central Presbytery in session with the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian church April 1-2, 2011.
The Board of Judiciary and Sessions Records met on February 26, 2011 at the Willow Creek Church, Martinsville, Illinois.
The meeting was opened with prayer by Rev. David Parman. Members presents were Nelda Kline, J.C. McDuffee, David Parman, Carroll Richards, Amy Richardson and Kim Wheeler.
Carroll Richards, chairman pro tem, called our meeting to order. He conducted an election of officers with J.C. McDuffee elected chairman and Nelda Kline elected secretary.
Proposed Constitutional Amendment to sections 9.2a and 9.2b were read and discussed.
Recommendation One: That the presbytery vote yes on the proposed amendment.
The board reviewed the records of the following sessions: Lebanon North, Lincoln 1st, Monroe City, Morningside, Mt. Gilead, Mt. Olivet, Pleasant Grove, New Hope, Shiloh and Willow Creek. Spring Hill’s records were not present because of no session meetings for some time because of the expense and no need.
The following sessions did not submit records for review: Lebanon South, Mt. Oval, Oak Grove, Shinar, Union North, United and Village.
Minutes were read, corrected and approved. Closing prayer given by Rev. J.C. McDuffee. Respectfully submitted, Nelda D. Kline, Secretary Appendix “C” Board of Finance and Trustees
To the North Central Presbytery in session with the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church April 1-2, 2011.
The Board of Finance and Trustees met on February 26, 2011 at the Willow Creek Church on February 26,2011.
Present were: Stephen Hughes, Don Findley, Dean McReynolds, Glenadean Garrison, Debbie Shanks, and Ruth Louder. Absent were Mike Zoll and Jack Thomas.
Stephen Hughes prayed the opening prayer. The Board then reorganized with the following officers; Chr. Stephen Hughes. Vice Chr. Don Findley, Sec. Ruth Louder. Glenadean was recognized as a new member.
The Board Discussed the Financial Report given to us by Debbie Shanks, Treas. The Books of Ralph Blevins, Stated Clerk and Debbie Shanks, Treasurer were audited by the Board. We found them to be Correct and in Good Order.
The motion was made to adjourn and the closing prayer was by Don Findley. Submitted by Ruth Louder, Sec.
2010 Treasurer's Report
Balance on Hand 1/1/2010 $26,803.16 Synodic Budget $1,100.00 Board of Christian Education. $17,993.48 Big Kids Kamp 6952.46 Jr/Jr High Camp $6,500.21 Camp Staff Training Event $140.79 Convocation $1,000.00 Insurance $3,160.00 Medical Expense $158.15 Misc. Expenses $81.87 Stated Clerk's Fund $3,500.00
Balance on Hand 12/31/2010 $5,369.68
INVESTMENT LOAN FUNDS
North Central Presbytery Balance on 1/1/2010 $515,147.12 Deposits/Withdrawals ($70,000.00) Interest Earned $11,729.14 Balance on 12/31/2010 $456,876.26
Niner Fund
Appendix “D” Board of Heritage and Witness
To: North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in session with New Hope CP Church in Yale IL, April 1-2, 2011.
The Board of Heritage and Witness met at the Willow Creek CP Church on February 26, 2011. A. Smith, P. Wilson, S. Pryor and M. Tinsdale present. K. Stum absent but excused.
Stella Pryor opened the meeting with prayer.
Election of officers: Chair – Albert Smith, Secretary – Priscilla Wilson. A. Smith received an email Thank You from the Presbyterian Archivist for the paper sent to them that was presented to the committee by Rev. R. Dallwig.
Bethany CP Church will present their heritage report at April Presbytery. A church for fall has not been arranged. Casey CP Church will present at Spring 2012 Presbytery.
Discussed committee’s position on witnessing: witness to the whole community; doing so as a group/Presbytery to the world at large.
A letter will be sent to church clerks urging them to send OUO because it goes to missionary work as a part of witnessing.
Prayer concerns: Patsy Darland (Elder at Shiloh CP Church) and Rev. Ronnie Gross.
The committee wishes to express its sympathy to Mary Gard, Casey CP Session Clerk, on the loss of her husband in an accident.
Minutes to that point were read and approved. P. Wilson made the motion to adjourn and S. Pryor seconded. A. Smith gave the closing prayer.
Submitted by: Priscilla Wilson, Secretary
Appendix “E” Board of Christian Education
The Board of Christian Education met on February 26, 2011 at Willow Creek CP Church. The meeting was opened with prayer by Jesse Thornton.
The following members were present: Melissa Goodloe, Cheryl Allison, Eduardo Montoya, Hayden McDuffee, Jesse Thornton, Carla Harnacke, Kathleen Fischer, and Geoff Bunting. Sandra Stence and Margaret Allison attended the meeting to present information about Junior/Junior High Church Camp.
A letter of resignation was received from Terra Sisco. Terra has moved to the Holly Grove CP Church in Kentucky. Melissa Goodloe was elected as Chairperson and Cheryl Allison as Secretary.
The dates for Junior/Junior High Church Camp are Sunday, June 5th – Friday, June 10th. Staff Day will be held on Saturday, June 4th. The theme is Get Ready. The theme verse is Ephesians 6:10. The juniors will be studying the armor of God. The junior high students will be studying the book of Romans. The directors are Margaret Allison, Kevin Small and Sandra Stence.
The dates for BKK Senior High Church Camp are Sunday, July 24th – Saturday, July 30th. Staff Day will be held on Saturday, July 23rd. The theme is Fellowship of the Believers. The theme verse is 1 John 1:30. Cheryl Allison is the director, with another director to be named.
There was some discussion about developing guidelines for camp directors, planning council members, and convocation host churches by Fall board meetings.
There will be a camp staff training for both camps held at the Fairfield Cumberland Presbyterian Church on Saturday, May 7th from 9:00am-12:00pm. Lunch will be served. Debbie Shanks will be directing a Young Adult Retreat to be held at Brush Creek Campground on October 21st-23rd. The theme is You Want Me to Do What? The theme verse comes from Isaiah 30:21.
Spring Convocation will be held at the Bethany CP Church March 25th-27th. All youth 9th grade – age 22 are encouraged to attend. Melissa Goodloe is developing a letter to send to churches encouraging them to host a future convocation.
The Board submitted the following names to the Board of Nominations: Sarah Wilhoit and Samuel Alverez.
Recommendation #1 – The Board of Christian Education recommends that Presbytery put in place a policy that for both Junior/Junior High Camp and Senior High Camp, there be at least one female and one male director and that they be active members of a Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
The meeting was closed with prayer.
Respectfully submitted, Cheryl Allison, Board Secretary
Appendix “F” Board of Nominations
The Board of Nominations of North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church met at the Willow Creek Church near Martinsville, Illinois on February 26, 2011.
Members present were Sara McCawley, Lucy Becker and Jan McReynolds. Chair Sara McCawley called the meeting to order and led in prayer.
The Board recommends that the following individuals be elected to the positions and terms listed:
Recommendation One: Board of Christian Education Carla Axton – (to finish the term of Tera Cisco) -- 12-1
Board of Nominations Nancy Gordon –(to finish the term of Jan McReynolds) – 12-1
Recommendation Two: 1) Roy Shanks to be Elder Commissioner to General Assembly in June 2011 2) Priscilla Wilson to be 1st Alternate Elder Commissioner 3) Victory Moore to be 2nd Alternate Elder Commissioner Recommendation Three: That the following churches be added as future hosts of Presbytery: Georgetown, Fall 2012 Good Prospect, volunteered
This Board thanks Terry Titus for his years of service on the Board of Finance and Trustees.
Respectfully submitted,
Sara McCawley, Lucy Becker, Jan McReynolds
Appendix “G” Board of Ministry
To North Central Presbytery in session with New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Yale IL, meeting on April 1st and 2nd, 2011, the Board of Ministry makes the following report:
The Board of Ministry met at the Comfort Inn in Casey IL at 6:00pm on February 25, 2011, for the annual spring retreat. Those present were Rev. James Messer, Rev. Kevin Small, Rev. Shirley Topar, Roy Shanks, Victory Moore, Andy Pottorff, Candidate Tim Goodloe, Rev. Melissa Goodloe, Candidate Gail Allen, Karen Allen, Candidate Jack Wieland, and Jill Wieland. Rev. Durant Axton was excused due to a medical condition. Candidate Julio Roman was absent Friday evening due to scheduling conflicts, but was able to attend on Saturday.
The meeting was opened with a time of sharing prayer requests. Rev. Small led the opening prayer.
Rev. Messer led the group in a workshop dealing with values, ethics, and morals. The lay-persons on the Board led a time of discussion, based on their personal observations from the pew. They shared some of the qualities that they have most appreciated in pastors who have served their congregations or who have worked with them in other settings. They also shared some ways these pastors could have improved their efforts to minister to their congregations and to those they served through other ministries. These were general observations made over the years as these lay-persons have worked with pastors in various settings.
Election of officers was held with the following officers being elected: Chairperson - Rev. James Messer; Vice-Chairperson - Rev. Kevin Small; and, Secretary - Roy Shanks.
The Board met with Tim Goodloe. Tim stated that he does not feel he is in a position, at this time, to continue pursuing ordination under the care of the Board of Ministry. Tim requested that his name be dropped from the roll of candidates. With regrets, the Board agreed to grant Tim’s request and had a time of prayer with Tim before he left.
Recommendation 1: That the name of Tim Goodloe be dropped from the roll of candidates.
The meeting was recessed for the evening. The Board reconvened at the Comfort Inn in Casey on Saturday, February 26, at 7:00am.
The Board met with Jack Wieland. Jack shared about his personal life and his work with the Bethany Cumberland Presbyterian Church. The Board reviewed his transcripts from Lincoln Christian University and the Program of Alternate Studies. The Board would like to commend Jack for his diligence in completing the course work for PAS and for his work toward a Masters of Arts and General Ministry. There is some confusion about the required PAS course work yet to be completed. Rev. Messer will contact the PAS director for clarification. A Psychological/Social Evaluation will be completed as soon as it can be scheduled. Each board member had previously received a sermon from Jack on DVD and the Board held a time of evaluation. The Board makes the following recommendation:
Recommendation 2: That Jack Wieland be licensed at the April 2011 meeting of North Central Presbytery.
The Board recessed to attend the called meeting of North Central Presbytery, in session at Willow Creek Cumberland Church, at 9:00am on February 26, 2011.
The Board reconvened and met with Gail Allen. Gail shared his recent experiences in life and in ministry. We would like to commend Gail on his progress in the Program of Alternate Studies and his willingness to fill pulpits whenever there is an opportunity. We would like to encourage churches to continue to use Gail to fill in when their pulpit is vacant. Gail presented a written assignment which the Board discussed with him. Gail’s next assignment will be to submit a tape recording of a sermon.
The Board met with Julio Roman. Julio shared that he lost his secular job and is now working full-time with the Comunidad Cristiana Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Julio is also working with their host church, and with community-based groups, to reach out into the community. Comunidad Cristiana is experiencing some growth. Julio has attended a local seminary and we are working on getting transcripts and more information concerning the accreditation of the school. A Psychological/Social Evaluation will be completed as soon as it can be scheduled. The Board commends Julio for his devotion to the church and for sharing God’s word in every area of his life.
The Board received requests from the following congregations asking that the specified elders be recertified to administer the sacrament of Holy Communion: Faith - Sherry McMacken; Casey - Priscilla Wilson; and, New Hope - Roy Shanks. The Board makes the following recommendation:
Recommendation 3: That Sherry McMacken, Priscilla Wilson, and Roy Shanks be recertified to administer the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Respectfully Submitted,
The Board of Ministry of North Central Presbytery Roy Shanks, Secretary
Appendix “H” Report 2 Board of Congregational and Pastoral Care
To North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in session with the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Casey, Il on April 1-2, 2011.
The Board of Congregational and Pastoral Care met on April 1, 2011 with Terry Gordon, Adam McReynolds, Jerry Pataki, John Baird and Rodney Richardson present. The meeting was opened with prayer by Jerry Pataki.
Recommendation 1: That the pastoral relationship between Rev. Justin Griffin and United Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Norris City, IL be established.
Recommendation 2: That Rev. Dian Dill-Richards be approved as Stated Supply of the Fullerton Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Farmer City, IL.
The meeting was closed with prayer led by Adam McReynolds.
Respectfully submitted, Terry Gordon, Chair
Appendix “I” Committee on One Day Presbytery To: North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in session with New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Yale, Illinois on April 1 and 2, 2011. Present: Victory Moore, Eduardo Montoya, Kevin Small, and J. B. Gates. Absent but excused Donna Heller. Meeting opened with prayer by Rev. Kevin Small. A survey was sent to the clerks of session on January 31, 2011, asking for input into the number of days Presbytery meet. 22 of the 36 congregations responded. The survey results were:
Sat only - 11 Fri & Sat - 7 Fri only - 3 Thu & Fri - 1 Based on the respondents and 15 of the 22 seeking a change and 11 voicing opinion for one day Saturday we make the following recommendation. Recommendation 1: The Presbytery of North Central begin meeting for 1 day on Saturday beginning April 2012. Meeting closed with prayer by Victory Moore. Respectfully submitted Special Committee on One Day Presbytery
Appendix “J” REPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON OVERTURES RESOLUTIONS AND EXCUSES
TO: North Central Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church in session with the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church meeting at Yale, Illinois April 1st and 2nd, 2011. We wish to thank God and voice appreciation for the gracious hospitality extended to this meeting of North Central Presbytery by the New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church Requests for excuses were received from the following church sessions for this meeting of Presbytery: Mt. Olivet, United and Pleasant Grove Cumberland Presbyterian Churches. We also received requests from the following ministers asking to be excused: Rev Janeth Yarce, and for Saturday, Dr. Carroll Richards. RECOMMENDATION; We recommend these excuses be granted. Respectfully submitted: Chairman Rev Jessie Thorton, Adam McReynolds, Lester Cargill, Marylin Tisdale, and Rev Peck Axton
Addendum 1 Greetings to all Cumberland Presbyterian Session Clerks: At the February 26 board meetings at the Willow Creek CP Church, the Heritage and Witness We would like to encourage all the churches to send in their OUO portions to help the witness of the church which goes to missionaries. Many of you are faithful each year to send in your money. Others, for whatever reason, send in part or none. Knowing that these are tough economic times and it is hard to meet congregational and community needs, your congregation is still encouraged to give and support our missionary families. Witnessing to the world at large, showing compassion even when we are struggling shows the love of Jesus. "And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. If someone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. Give to the one who ask you, and do not turn away from the one who wants to borrow from you." Matthew 5: 40-42 - NIV. Might I make a suggestion? Place a container in a convenient place and encourage everyone to place their change in it each Sunday. Sometimes it is easier to give a little at a time than a lot. May God Bless you and your congregations. Priscilla Wilson, Secretary
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REGULAR MEETINGS AND OFFICERS Date Host Moderator Stated Clerk Enrollment 1988, November 11-12 Good Prospect Rev. Ronald Gross Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 55 1989, April 7-8 Grace Rev. Robert Craig Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 44 1989, October 13-14 Shinar Elder Dean McReynolds Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 38 1990. April 6-7 Chandler Elder Dean McReynolds Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 48 1990, October 12-13 Fairfield Rev. Stan Rush Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 53 1991, April 4-5 Good Prospect Rev. Stan Rush Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 54 1991, October 11-12 Bethany Rev. John Lovelace Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 53 1992, April 3-4 Good Prospect Rev. Roger Reid Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 59 1992, October 9-10 Willow Creek Rev. Roger Reid Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 55 1993, April 2-3 Evansville, 1st Rev. Don Sweet Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 49 1993, October 8-9 Lincoln, 1st Rev. Tim Suenram Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 43 1994, April 8-9 Morningside Rev. Tim Suenram Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 37 1994, October 14-15 Christ Rev. William Wood Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 46 1995, April 7-8 Good Prospect Rev. Linda Glenn Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 47 1995, October 13-14 Shinar Rev. Linda Glenn Rev. Terence R. McCain, Sr. 34 1996, April 12-13 Ebenezer Rev. Marcia Compton Dr. Carroll R. Richards 41 1996, October 11-12 Fairfield Rev. Marcia Compton Dr. Carroll R. Richards 49 1997, April 4-5 Monroe City Rev. William L. Rolman, Jr. Dr. Carroll R. Richards 50 1997, October 10-11 Good Prospect Rev. William L. Rolman, Jr. Dr. Carroll R. Richards 49 1998, April 2-3 Bethany Rev. Oscar Lee Nichols Dr. Carroll R. Richards 48 1998, October 9-10 Grace Rev. William L. Rolman, Jr. Dr. Carroll R. Richards 34 1999, April 9-10 Elm River Rev. William L. Rolman, Jr. Dr. Carroll R. Richards 46 1999, October 8-9 Lincoln, 1st Rev. Rodney Harris Dr. Carroll R. Richards 45 2000, April 7-8 Evansville, 1st Rev. Rodney Harris Dr. Carroll R. Richards 40 2000, October 13-14 Chandler, Elder Terry Gordon Dr. Carroll R. Richards 42 2001, April 6-7 Willow Creek Elder Terry Gordon Dr. Carroll R. Richards 37 2001, October 12-13 Good Prospect Rev. Kevin Small Dr. Carroll R. Richards 43 2002, April 5-6 Fairfield Rev. Kevin Small Dr. Carroll R. Richards 40 2002, October 11-12 Grace Rev. Ronald Gross Dr. Carroll R. Richards 27 2003, April 4-5 Shiloh Dr. Robert Watkins Dr. Carroll R. Richards 34 2003, October 10-11 Lebanon North Dr. Robert Watkins Dr. Carroll R. Richards 44 2004, April 2-3 Pleasant Grove Rev. Eduardo Montoya Dr. Carroll R. Richards 32 2004, October 8-9 United Rev. Eduardo Montoya Dr. Carroll R. Richards 37 2005, April 1-2 Morningside Rev. Roger Dallwig Dr. Carroll R. Richards 39 2005, October 14-15 Lincoln Rev. Roger Dallwig Dr. Carroll R. Richards 36 2006, April 7-8, Ebenezer Rev. Terra Sisco Dr. Carroll R. Richards 26 2006, October 13-14, Fairfield Rev. Terra Sisco Dr. Carroll R. Richards 34 2007, April 13-14, Willow Creek Dr. Robert Watkins Ms. Debra Shanks, pro tem 31 2007, October 12-13, Good Prospect Rev. Shirley Topar Dr. Carroll R. Richards 29 2008, April 4-5, Chandler Rev. Shirley Topar Rev. Ralph Blevins 33 2008, October 10-11, Bethany, Rev. Melissa Goodloe Rev. Ralph Blevins 32 2009, April 3-4, Elm River, Rev. Melissa Goodloe Rev. Ralph Blevins 35 2009, October 9-10, Georgetown, Rev. Melissa Goodloe Ms Debra Shanks, pro tem 34 2010, April 9-10, Fairfield Rev. Jesse Thornton Rev. Ralph Blevins 31 2010, October 8-9, Good Prospect Rev. Jesse Thornton Rev. Ralph Blevins 37 2011, April 1-2, New Hope Elder Terry Gordon Rev. Ralph Blevins 34
For North Central Presbyterial Women’s Ministry
The North Central Presbyterial Women’s Ministry shall meet in the spring on a date and place set by the Presbyterial Executive Committee for the Spiritual Celebration, meeting on a Friday and Saturday ; and on the second Friday and Saturday in October at 1:30 p.m. local time in conjunction with the meeting of North Central Presbytery.
Elections will be held to fill vacancies because of expiration of term or a vacated office. The officers shall be President, President-Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, and Past President/Historian. In the event the President cannot fulfill her term, the President-Elect shall preside. This will not interfere with her full term as an elected President. The President, President-Elect, and Past President/Historian will each serve two (2) years in office. The Secretary and Treasurer will each serve three (3) years in office. An officer may not hold concurrently an office in the CPWM and a Presbyterial Board.
The financial budget is to be prepared by the Executive Committee and presented to the [fall ] spring meeting for approval.
When the budget allows, the President shall be the voting delegate to Convention each year of her presidency with the President-Elect as the alternate.
The delegate to Synodic Retreat will alternate between the secretary and the treasurer.
The expense of the presbyterial delegates to Convention and to Synodic Retreat shall be paid according to actual cost of room, board, registration, and [transportation paid at $.40 per mile] fuel.
The Standing rules shall be included with the minutes. The annual minutes for each Presbytery meeting must be sent to the Stated Clerk within 10 days after spring Presbytery, in order to be printed at no cost by the Board of Finance. One copy sent to each local CPWM President and to each Presbyterial Officer.
The committees to be appointed at the [fall] spring meeting of the Presbytery are: Credential, Correspondence, State of Work, Resolutions, and Auditing. The Nominating Committee shall be appointed in the spring and report at the fall meeting.
The Presbyterial CPWM shall have a Second Mile Project to be supported by the local CPWM’s. The Offering will go to a world mission project from fall to spring meeting, and a home mission project from spring to fall meeting. Offerings will be brought as “Blessing Box” offerings with the local CPWM’s choosing their own methods of raising the offering.
When the Past President does not possess a perpetual membership, one will be presented at the [fall] spring meeting of her retiring year. When the Past President does possess a perpetual membership, she will be honored by being allowed to choose another recipient or a 2nd mile project to receive the funds. The Executive Committee may choose another person to be honored at the [spring] fall [Retreat} meeting.
The Standing Rules are based on the Denominational Women’s Ministry Guidelines [and shall not conflict with them.], but allow officer discretion.
Note: The Regional Council of 2010 recommended “That bylaws, unless legally required for local and regional groups, become guidelines.” This recommendation should be voted on at the 2011 Convention by our delegate.
Standing Rules were voted on and approved at the Spring Retreat, March 18-19, 2011. The bracketed words will be deleted and the bold words will be there replacement.
NORTH CENTRAL REGION CPWM SPRING CELEBRATION MARCH 18TH & 19T, 2011
Friday Evening
The Spring Celebration of North Central Region CPWM, held in the Comfort Inn in Casey, Illinois was opened with singing led by Karen Tolen and accompanied by Patty Janes. President Nancy Gordon made a few announcements and then turned over the service to Heather Wallace.
Heather is the wife of Matthew Wallace. They are home from service in Myanmar. She talked about her role as a wife, mother and missionary. She answered several questions about her work in Myanmar. She divided us into two groups. Group one sat in a circle while group two walked behind them and whispered a scripture verse including the name of each woman. We switched and the process was repeated. It was very moving and emotional.
Two committees were named. Auditing Committee: Edith Harl and Susan Groves. Nominating Committee: Anna Ruth Long and June Smith.
We joined in singing another chorus and then Matthew and Heather Wallace sang “Come Thou Fount Of Every Blessing” in Burmese.
A time of refreshments, visiting, and games was enjoyed by all before turning in for the evening.
Saturday Morning
The morning session began by praising God in singing several choruses and songs. President-Elect Pat White, had the devotion. She spoke about Lent. It should be a time of change, giving up and service. She used John 20: 11-18 as her scripture.
Nancy Gordon was in charge of the business session. We discussed changes in the Standing Rules. They were approved. She handed out Report Forms to each local group represented to report new officers. They are to be reported in May now instead of August. She also talked about the “One Great Hour Of Sharing” program.
The Treasurer, Anna Ruth Long, reported the Blessing Box Offering taken that morning was $355.00. She also passed out the Treasurer’s Report and Proposed Budget. The Treasurer’s Report was accepted and the budget approved. The Friday night offering at Spring Presbytery will be The Publication and Translation Ministry Project.
Two ladies stated that Lucy Becker had called them to say that she was sick and would be unable to attend this celebration.
The Audition Committee, Edith Harl and Susan Groves, gave their report commending Anna Ruth Long on her efficiency the diligence in serving as Treasurer. Their report was accepted.
We sang “Take My Life”. Nancy thanked the ladies of her local Church for always being willing to come and take part. All are not active members of the CPWM, but are willing to serve. She gave memory stones to her fellow officers.
Nancy read portions from Proverbs 31 as she began the Installation Service for the new officers. They are Pat White- President, Susan Smith- Treasurer and Jan McReynolds – Secretary. As a group we were concerned that the CPWM for the North Central Region would disperse. God was faithful in three ladies agreeing to serve. Nancy then turned the meeting over to new President, Pat White.
Pat shared the plans that have been made for the Synodical retreat. It will be held in New Harmony, Indiana, September 9th and 10th. She has put a lot of work into these plans and it sounds like an enjoyable weekend. She also talked about plans for the Salad Saturday on October 15th to be held at the Fairfield CP Church.
She asked Nancy to take over for the time of prayer requests and prayer. Many requests were shared and prayers for those requests were offered. Thanks for the food for lunch was included in this service. We savored the wonderful lunch catered by Lori Williamson and said our goodbyes.
Respectfully Submitted,
Juanita Nichols
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