Hillside Messenger
Hillside Presbyterian Church Newsletter
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Report from Session
by Norm Fikes, Clerk of Session
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Annual Congregational Meeting
The members of Hillside gathered on a chilly (48°) yet sunny Sunday afternoon in the Sanctuary
“to receive and respond to the Session’s 2018 annual church report, approved 2019 budget, and receive comments.” The meeting began with prayer by our Moderator Rev. Sylvia Wilson. Members received as information by consensus the minutes from the February 11, 2018 Congregational Meeting. The Church Nominating Committee presented the slate of elders for the Class of 2021. The candidates nominated and elected are Dorothy Hill (Ordained Elder), Erma Killings (Ordained Elder), and Teena Cash Hargrove.
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A summary of the 2018 Financial Reports was presented by Alice Moore, Treasurer. Her overview of the January thru December 2018 Balance Sheet showing current assets (Checking and Savings) totaling $119,406.91 as of December 31, 2018. Total operating budget as of December 31, 2018 is $90,467.06. A review of the Profit and Loss Budget vs. Actual (January 1 through December 31, 2018) comparing the 2019 approved budget income indicated there was a surplus of $35,029.74. This was due mostly to both pledged and unpledged income exceeding approved budget projections in 2018. Comparing projected 2018 expenses with actual expenses we exceeded projected expenditures by $32,703.71 for the year. Overall Hillside had a very good year financially thanks to member giving and ministry management of available operating funds.
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“
The Sunday School teacher asked,
"Johnny, do you say prayers before eating?"
"No sir," little Johnny replied, "I don't have to. My mom is a good cook."
- Author Unknown
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2019 Approved Budget totaling $262,317 was presented as information by Alice Moore and Norm Fikes. Members present received as information “projected” salary scenarios for Installed Pastor with from a minimum 2020 base salary of $42,500 for 50% FTE/no experience/no moving expenses. Two additional scenarios using the 2010 base salary and two (2) salary variables (e.g. Years of Experience (5 yrs. vs. 10 yrs.) plus moving expenses highlighted significant cost increases.
Election of Congregational Representative to Church Nominating Committee
Two vacancies on the Church Nominating Committee were filled by the election of Janice Peters (2019 thru 2021 a three-year term) and Donald Robinson (2019 thru 2020) a one-year term to fill the vacancy created by Teena Cash Hargrove being elected as an elder in the Class of 2021.
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“Prayer: Don't give God instructions -- just report for duty!”
-Author Unknown
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Annual Meeting of The Corporation
This meeting was called to order by Castell Jackson, Chair of Administration, Stewardship, and Finance Ministry at 12:51 PM. It was determined that a quorum was present. There being no business the meeting was adjourned at 12:52 PM.
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2018 End-Of-Year Reports
Ministry-specific annual reports were shared electronically, and members had an opportunity to ask questions or comment accordingly. Ministry chairs or designee as well as the pastor and clerk were present to respond to questions. Ministry members as well as the congregation were thanked for their support in 2018.
Members of the Class of 2018 Elders Rosalind McIntyre, Castell Jackson, and Justin Killings were recognized for their distinguished service, leadership, and productivity as members of the Session.
The meeting was closed with the “Lord’s Prayer” (in unison) at 1:05 PM.
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Session Updates Disclaimer
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One of my 2019 goals is to provide you with timely and informative monthly Session updates regarding the business of the session along with an annual end-of-year report. Information is from the prior month approved minutes. Session minutes are always available upon request.
Norm Fikes, Clerk of Session
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Hillside Presbyterian Church Mission Statement
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The mission of Hillside Presbyterian Church is that of the church universal: to advance the gospel of Jesus Christ for the salvation of humankind. We are committed to being an inclusive, intergenerational church by creating a caring, Christian community. Hillside reaches out to diverse ethnic and religious groups in our community and beyond to foster a better understanding of all people. We are a servant people, responding to those in need, doing justice, loving mercy, and walking humbly with our God.
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