1/29/17 - Congregational Meeting

Moderator: TE David Hina

TE David Hina called the meeting to order.

A quorum was established.

RE Wil Meiners was nominated as clerk for the meeting; there was second; all were in favor.

TE David Hina opened in prayer.

TE David Hina began by reviewing what God has called us to as his church (1 Peter 2:9-10, Matthew 28:18-20, WCF 25.3).

He emphasized the making of disciples (gathering and perfecting).

He recounted the resources we have in terms of people.

He summarized the ways in which gathering and perfecting is being pursued.

He summarized the missions efforts supported by Providence.

He recounted the resources we have in terms of facilities.

He recounted the resources we have in terms of finances.

He reviewed the income vs. expenses from 2016.

He reviewed the budget for 2017.

He reviewed the current assets of the church.

He directed us to look forward.

He showed plans for missions.

He shared about the upcoming officer's retreat.

He emphasized the importance of discipleship.

He shared the need for officer nominations.

He directed us to review the ministry teams.

RE Roddy Alt shared about the Ministry from 2016 and Plans for 2017 of the Hospitality & Outreach Ministry Team.

RE Wil Meiners shared about the Ministry from 2016 and Plans for 2017 of the Worship & Communication Ministry Team.

RE Terry Frederick shared about the Ministry from 2016 and Plans for 2017 of the Education Ministry Team.

Brad Mueller shared about the Ministry from 2016 and Plans for 2017 of the Physical Maintenance Ministry Team.

TE David Hina fielded several questions from the congregation.

TE David Hina encouraged us to be in prayer individually and with each other on a regular basis.

TE David Hina offered a prayer of thanksgiving.

A motion was made to adjourn; there was second; all were in favor.