Administrative Board – August 9, 2007

Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. The first item of business, look over the budget report. The balance in treasury is $9,317.00. The air conditioners for the Sunday school room are installed. The paving is done. The Chicken barbeque date was changed to August18th. Chicken halves are $4.00. The Sound System is finished. A motion made by Sue Kerstetter to give Mike Graybill $50.00 for helping with the speaker system. This was seconded by Leroy Troutman and all agreed. Don Zeiders is going to check with Aneta about getting names of people who donated items to the Church. Jim Messimer made a motion to help Wayne Kerstetter with his Pastor license. Sue Kerstetter seconded it. The amount is $400 and will be made out to the Conference. Wayne said the Township has some good top soil, will deliver to the Church to fix up at Cemetery and make more parking lot. Wayne will check on handicap sign. Next meeting is Oct. 11th at 7:00 p.m. No date set for Revival. Suggested date November 3rd, 4th, and 5th or November 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th. The Pastor will check with Bernie Winn, if not Jimmy Neimond. Acting Secretary – Clarice Kerstetter

Mt. Zion Administrative Board – June 14, 2007

 The meeting opened with prayer by Don Zeiders. Sue Kerstetter presented the treasurer’s report. The balance stands at $12, 600.92. Minutes were read from last meeting. Air Conditioning discussed for Sunday school room. It was suggested that we get two air conditioners for windows. The Board approved giving Trustees the go-ahead to purchase air conditioners as they see fit. Paving was discussed. We do have a signed contract with Fulkroad and hopefully it will be done soon. Refinishing of pews is not complete. It will be checked on thru trustees. Two windows need “resealed.” Don Zeiders will look at the warranty. The central air was broken and is fixed. New Business: Church has about $1000.00 in tithing funds. The Bible school’s mission was for the Ronald McDonald house and they raised $156.00, plus material donations. Discussion if we wanted to use money from tithing fund. We will give a total of $350.00 (using Bible school funds too). Approval given to Leroy and Nancy to get wax for Sunday school floors. Don Zeiders expressed thanks for help at his dad’s sale. The food stand proceeds were $1000.00. The United Methodist Women and Youth will split the money. A workday needed to set up the sound system. Vern will be in charge of arrangements and will round up a crew. Youth will do a fund raiser (for Gary Fronk’s mission trip) August 11th (barbeque chicken). Mission trip will be in February. Undershepherd program discussed. Groups have been divided into five groups. Vern will check with a blue-grass group about doing a “concert” for us with the Kings Messengers, perhaps even have a meal. Gospel Bond was at Sunday school picnic on June 10th. An offering of $500.00 was raised and given to them. Next meeting will be August 9th at 7:00 p.m. ten members present at this meeting. Closed with prayer. Aneta VanHorn acting Secretary

Mt. Zion Administrative Board meeting – April 12, 2007

The Administrative Board met on April 12, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. with 13 persons present. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. Treasurer’s report – Balance in checking is $11,144.75. The Budget Summary was presented and accepted. The Trustees need to have a meeting to address Church needs, air conditioning in Sunday School room, paving, pews, etc.

Bazaar – There are 10 spaces reserved. The United Methodist Women will have the food stand. Clarice and Nancy will plan it. Clarice will get change to use in food stand, proceeds will go to Zendt Home. The congregation will be asked to bring crafts or items for the Church table. Leroy and Don will be in charge of the table funds. Darla will get change for the Church table, proceeds to Vacation Bible School. Steve Portzline will help vendors find spots to put their stands.

Welcome Baskets – Darla and Lena will be in charge of basket contents and distribution. This will be a Church mission project. There will be other Church brochures included in the basket. The Angel Food Ministry will be included. The money for gift certificates will come from the Sunday School Treasury. $15 for restaurants, $15 for grocery gift card and $10 will be for other businesses. The suggested amount per basket was $75 - $100.

New Business – The United Methodist Women will have a food stand at the Zeiders’ sale. They will be using donated grills, canopy and use the Church tables.

Pastor’s Report – Juniata County Food Pantry is asking to use the Church to hold nutrition classes and bring food for those who attend the classes. The Food Pantry staff will handle all the details of the program. Aneta Vanhorn motioned we open our doors for this ministry. Jay Cluck seconded it. In June, the Angel Food Ministry will be started at the Richfield Church. There is a need for volunteers to help with the program. Pastor Vernon will be going to a Seminar in Lancaster for Small Town Pastors. This will be a Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday in the middle of May. Vacation – The Pastor will take a vacation day May 27^th – Bernie Wynn will have the service on that day. The Sunday School picnic is June 10^th. Gospel Bond will be the entertainment and we will have a cakewalk. It was suggested that we have summer concerts which would be planned for the summer months. A Family Meal is being planned for possibly May 20^th. This will be a Mother/Father Day celebration. (Ed. Note – This date will be officially be determined by those in charge of the meal –present indications are that it will probably be on Mothers Day - May 13^th).

The meeting was closed with the Lord’s Prayer. The next meeting will be in June14th at 7 PM.

Mt. Zion Administrative Board – June 14, 2007

The meeting opened with prayer by Don Zeiders. Sue Kerstetter presented the treasurer’s report. The balance stands at $12, 600.92. Minutes were read from last meeting.

Air Conditioning discussed for Sunday school room. It was suggested that we get two air conditioners for windows. The Board approved giving Trustees the go-ahead to purchase air conditioners as they see fit.

Paving was discussed. We do have a signed contract with Fulkroad and hopefully it will be done soon. Refinishing of pews is not complete. It will be checked on thru trustees. Two windows need “resealed.” Don Zeiders will look at the warranty. The central air was broken and is fixed.

New Business: Church has about $1000.00 in tithing funds. The Bible school’s mission was for the Ronald McDonald house and they raised $156.00, plus material donations. Discussion if we wanted to use money from tithing fund. We will give a total of $350.00 (using Bible school funds too). Approval given to Leroy and Nancy to get wax for Sunday school floors. Don Zeiders expressed thanks for help at his dad’s sale. The food stand proceeds were $1000.00. The United Methodist Women and Youth will split the money. A workday needed to set up the sound system. Vern will be in charge of arrangements and will round up a crew. Youth will do a fund raiser (for Gary Fronk’s mission trip) August 11^th (barbeque chicken). Mission trip will be in February. Undershepherd program discussed. Groups have been divided into five groups. Vern will check with a blue-grass group about doing a “concert” for us with the Kings Messengers, perhaps even have a meal.

Gospel Bond was at Sunday school picnic on June 10^th. An offering of $500.00 was raised and given to them.

Next meeting will be August 9^th at 7:00 p.m. ten members present at this meeting. Closed with prayer.

Mt. Zion Administrative Board

Feb. 8, 2007

The Administrative Board met on Feb. 8, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. with ten persons present. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer.

Treasurer’s report - $12,548.29. Budget refers to insert for 2006 year end. The 2007 budget is 7% increase over 2006. Estimated income - $28,256 less 10%. Tithing would be $25,410. Motion for approval by Aneta VanHorn and seconded by Steve Weigle.

Old business – Trustees need to meet and take inventory of church content and address adding air conditioning to Sunday School room – Question is if air conditioning system is adequate to vent the Sunday School room. The Trustees will also check on cost to refinish the pews and bring information back to the Administrative Board.  Sound system – Most of the cost will be picked up by the memorial funds that were given in memory of Dave Kerstetter and Donald T. Zeiders. Vernon and Don explained how the system would be put in the Church, this includes individual hearing aids.

New Business – The Church will have a Bazaar on May 5^th from 9-2 o’clock. The United Methodist Women will have the food stand and profit will go to the Zendt Home. The funds from other sales will be used for Bible School materials. Lena Arnold made a motion to accept this and Lawrence Knouse seconded it. Pastor Vernon presented info on the Zendt Home. The Community meeting went well. There are 33 patients – need 36 to 38 to break even. The State owes money to the home and grant money has not been received yet. This is why the home is in debt. The current board is asking for more volunteers to serve on the board. Vernon and Don Zeiders attended pastor’s report – Small Church gathering. A suggestion was to use a Welcome Basket for new families moving into the area. This will be discussed at the next Vision Team meeting. We need to do local outreach relation evangelism asking others to come to Church. Yearly report – average attendance 41. Members increase from 63-68. Aneta and Wayne will have the February 18^th service. Lent begins February 25^th. There will be an Easter breakfast. April 1-Palm Sunday. March 8-Vision meeting. Next meeting on April 12.

Closed meeting by praying the Lord’s Prayer.

Secretary – Lena Arnold

Mt Zion Administrative Board Meeting  12-14-06

On December 14, 2006 the Administrative Board met at 8:00 p.m. with 19 persons present. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer.

Treasurer’s report - $12,031.61 – checking account. CD – 11,585.26. $259.53 is in the Tithing Fund. $933.60 will be paid to Richfield for shared expenses. Memorial Fund - $1,640.00. Cemetery Fund - $2,000.00 CD.

Minutes read – Leroy and Nancy did not accept the increase in pay. The Board thanked them for the good job that they do.

Staff Parish – decided to give Clara an increase of pay from $7.00-$7.50 an hour. She is budgeted to work 12 hours a week. Mt. Zion share $66.00. Clarice made the motion to approve the raise and Jim Messimer seconded it. The Staff Parish also recommended we retain Pastor Vernon for another year.

New Business - The cost of cemetery mowing will be split 50-50. Aneta made the motion to split cost and Jim Messimer seconded it. Appraisal of Church for insurance purposes. The total value of the Church is $506,827. This is only for the building, not contents. Pastor Vernon suggested that the Trustees take pictures of what is inside, do an inventory. A safe deposit box will be purchased to keep documents safe. Zendt Home donation – Steve Weigle stated that he felt Churches should support the Home. $500.00 was donated. Steve made the motion to give $250.00 to the Zendt Home for the next three months. Eleanor Troutman seconded the motion. The money will be taken from the Sunday school account.

Pension – Vernon requested that the Board approve the ability that a portion be taken from the Pastor’s salary and put into a Personal Pension Plan, if approved then other Pastor’s who come here could use the plan if they choose to do so. Sue made the motion to approve it and Steve seconded it.

Sound system – It was suggested to use a soundboard and have players there. There would be two speakers in the center and aimed down. There would be microphones and monitors up front. The proposed system will cost  3,417.40, if some features would be eliminated, $893.00 could be saved. The next meeting it will be decided where the funds would come from for the upgrading. (Editor note: It has been decided that this investment be made in memory of Dave Kerstetter and Donald T. Zeiders.  Needed funds would be from memorial contributions and the family.)

Roof painting – The Trustees will consider painting the metal roof. Fans – it was suggested that fans be put in the Sunday school rooms. Air condition ducts will also be considered by the Trustees. The last improvement to the Church was putting on spouting at the cost of $200.00. Tree removal came out of maintenance and upkeep funds.

Carol Kerstetter – The Sunday school will give a gift certificate of $100.00 from a grocery store. There will be a box placed up front in the Church for personal items for Carol. Pat mentioned the idea and Mildred Messimer seconded it.

Vernon report – Membership – 63 +2 -2 = 63. Baptisms were 3 over the last 6 years. Death – 6 over the last 6 years. Shepherd program – The program will be started in the New Year.

Next Administrative board meeting – Feb. 8, 2007 7PM

Vision Team meeting – January 11, 2007 also at 7PM.

Meeting was closed with the Lord’s Prayer.

Mt Zion Administrative Board Meeting

Oct.12, 2006

The Administrative Board met at 7:00 PM with seven persons present. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer.

The Treasurer’s report was for the last five months. The Church checking account is $7,149.87. Church improvements are coming out of the Upkeep and Improvement fund. There is a C.D. for $16,585.26.

The Tithing Fund was not used during the past year. The amount in the fund is $432.00. Tippy Knouse motioned and Mary Kerstetter seconded that the money not be carried over into the next year.

Revival – November 5 – 8 at & PM - Sunday and Wednesday will be the love offerings for Jimmy Neimond. Posters will be made and available next Sunday.

New Business:

1. Sue Kerstetter made the motion to give $100 bonus to the Shaffer’s for mowing. Lawrence seconded it.
2. Pastor’s Salary – The Parish Staff committee recommended Pastor’s salary should be a 3% increase of $910 for a cash total $31,229. Mt. Zion share is $213.00 and $333.00 for pension. $500.00 allowed for education – the total amount would be $33,618.00. Sue Kerstetter made the motion to recommend to Conference that the Pastor’s salary should be increased – Mary Kerstetter seconded it.
3. It was suggested that we give Scott Cluck and Arlene Aucker tithing money – Lena Arnold motioned to give each #300.00 and Lawrence Knouse seconded it.
4. Pastor Vernon presented the invitation from the Conference for volunteers to serve on annual Conference Committees.
5. It is being considered to combine the Sunday School and Church funds. This will be discussed at the next meeting. (Note: We will be looking at the Pro’s and Con’s of doing this and no “fast” decisions will be made. {DZ})
6. Sue Kerstetter made a motion to recommend increasing Leroy and Nancy monthly pay to 125.00. Mary seconded the motion. Don Zeiders will present the recommendation to the Sunday School. (Note:This has been shelved at the request of Leroy and Nancy for this year – Please relay to them how you appreciate the excellent joy they have been doing.{DZ})

The next meeting will be Dec. 14^th at 8:00 p.m.

Closed meeting by praying the Lord’s Prayer.

Secretary – Lena Arnold

Mt. Zion Administrative Board meeting - August 10, 2006

The Administrative Board met at 7:00 p.m. with fourteen present. Don Zeiders opened in prayer. There was no Treasurer report available. Cemetery fund $25,537. The last Church checking was $10,121.87.

Trustees - The front door was painted and Steve Portzline is working on the other doors. Steve will be asked if he wants to be reimbursed for expenses. The drains and grate were put in the ground to get ready for paving. The men's bathroom will be completed this week and it will be handicapped accessible. Tippy Knouse donated a new phone and the board thanked him for it. The kitchen heaters are taken care of.

Revival - Wayne Kerstetter is working on scheduling the special music. Posters will be made and distributed throughout the area. Jimmy Neimond will be receiving a love offering Sunday through Wednesday night.

Homecoming - will be a combined service on Sept. 24th. Al and Ida will be coming. Al is the speaker for the service. Clair Kerstetter is working on a power point presentation of past activities in the Church. He is asking for old pictures. Deb and Bev will organize the meal. Clarice motioned and Irene seconded to use a bookmark and pin as a handout. Lena will order 2 units (100). Clyde and Eleanor will pick out some old songs to sing at the service. The Swartz trio will sing at the service. There will be three and each person will get $20 (60.00).

Church conference - August 15th at Mt. Zion. The purpose is to approve Wayne Kerstetter for a candidate for the ministry.

Payment of improvements - Aneta motioned and Irene seconded to take monies from the upkeep and improvement fund to pay for the improvements being made. The building improvement fund will be designated to be used by the Trustees for improvements. A cap of $250.00 may be used without Board approval. Aneta made the motion and Mildred seconded.

Mission - Jason and Carrie Whepley - Campus Crusade for Christ reaching out to teens on college campus. Dave made the motion to support them by giving $100.00 a month for a year. Tippy seconded it. This support will begin with Sept. This will be taken from the Tithing Fund. Pastor report - Decrease size of bulletin by putting birthdays and anniversaries only in the newsletter. Acts 29 - Individual meetings and have reports ready for charge conference. Conference will be held on Oct. 29th. The District Superintendent will be at Richfield at 4:15 p.m.- other Churches will be Mt. Zion, Dressler's Ridge, St. John's and Brown's. Forms need to be completed. Oct. 28th - Small Church meeting at Etters - 8:00 - 3:00. The topic is Pentecost now. The cost is $6.00, a box lunch is provided. Insurance - The Conference will be doing a property appraisal. The Conference will pay 1/2 cost - Church pays the other half. These will not include contents inside the Church. Breakfast in the Park - Oct. 1st - Basom Park. Communion will be served. August 29th - Sunday communion. Sermon topics - After persons in the Bible - Gifts of the Spirit. Sermons will lead into Advent. Retreat registrations are due. Vacations - August 27 - September 2 and September 18 - 23. Sept. 14th - Staff Parish meeting at 7:00 p.m. and Vision meeting at 8:00 p.m.

 October 12th will be the next Council meeting. Closed with Lord's Prayer.

Secretary - Lena Arnold

Mt. Zion Adminstrative bd mtg - June 13, 2006

18 were present. (Editor Note: This was a great turnout – Thank You all for your prayers and concerns for our church)

Don Zeiders opened with prayer. The minutes from last meeting (Nov. 9) were read. The balance in treasury is $10,121.87 as of May 30, 2006.

The budget was reviewed as handed out on the sheet.

Trustees: Fulkroad’s will pave all areas of Church for around $5,500. Drains are to be put underground. Trustees will check that out and move on what they see best. Approval given for blacktopping. Tree removal in parking lot will cost $650.00 and more for stump removal. Again, trustees may go ahead with this issue. Approved and seconded that Leroy Troutman will make the bathroom handicap accessible. He may go ahead and purchase whatever is necessary and do the work. The Church will absorb the cost. The two heaters will be replaced in the kitchen. Steve Portzline will paint the front door. A new lock was replaced on the basement door. Timers on heaters are deferred as of now as costs were estimated around $2000.00 The phone doesn’t seem to be working correctly. Tippy will get us a new one. Leroy will replace our clock in the youth Sunday school class.

Revival will begin at 7:00 P.M., Nov. 5-8. Wayne will check on music. We will have two nights of love offering for Jimmy Niemond. (Sunday and Wednesday.)

The Homecoming service is scheduled for September 24^th. It will be a combined service. Al and Ida Baird will come and share with us. A meal will follow.

“The Acts 29 Project” through Conference – we will meet in smaller groups for ideas to present.

The Conference will be doing new appraisals on Churches (over 3 yr. Period).

We had two youth join our Church on June 4^th – Scott Kerstetter and Laura Portzline. Both were baptized also.

Retreat at Hartman Center will be Sept. 9^th, 10th and 11^th for both Churches.

Wayne Kerstetter will be declaring his candidacy for local pastor in the near future. (6-21 at the Staff Parrish meeting.)

Vern will purchase 9V rechargeable batteries for the microphone system.

Support for Joey Benner was brought up due to many health issues. It was approved and seconded that we give him $1000.00 out of the tithing fund.

Next meeting will be Aug.10^th at 7:00 P.M.

Aneta VanHorn, Acting Secretary

Mt Zion Administrative Board Meeting

March 9, 2006

The Administrative Board met at 8:00 P.M. with eight members present.

Treasure’s report: Balance was $10,342.56 as of March 2^nd.

Fun Sunday will be March 19^th. Sue will take care of paying the presenters.

Timers on heaters (cost) has not been presented as of yet. Discussion of trimming the tree in the parking lot, because of interference with the wires. It was moved and seconded to have the trustees move on the matter as they see fit.

The bazaar will be May 6^th from 8a.m. – 2p.m. Clarice Kerstetter and Nancy Troutman will head up the food stand and the United Methodist women will get the proceeds for that. Income from other stands inside will go to our Community Vacation Bible School. Excess funds, if any, will go back in the treasury. Don Zeiders will make up flyers. Leroy and Nancy Troutman will publicize in the papers.

Mowing for the Spring was discussed. Leroy will call the Sheaffer boys to see if they will still do it. Snow removal was also brought up. Carl Spade does it on a donation basis. We have given him $30/time in the past, but this season we will up it to $40/time. It approved and seconded.

It was brought up that Jay and Angie Cluck have a financial need due to Angie having cancer and will be off work for sometime. The Board approved to give them $500 from the tithing fund.

It was mentioned that the men’s bathroom may not be wheelchair accessible because of the inside stall door. Leroy will remove the door to see how it works out.

Vern shared about the Acts 29 workshop he and several members attended.

Jimmy Neimond will do revival Nov. 5 – 8.

Joyce Shenberger made a new flyer for Mt. Zion handouts when new people come. Vern will get some colored copies made at Staples for approximately for a nominal cost.

Vern will be on mission trip to Alabama. Aneta VanHorn will do Fun Sunday (March 19^th) and Wayne Kerstetter will take care of the service on March 26^th. Disciple Bible Class has started and will soon be finished. Confirmation class has 2 students from Mt. Zion, 7 from Richfield.

The next meeting will be May 11^th at 7:30 p.m. - Closed with prayer.

Aneta VanHorn, Acting secretary.

Mt. Zion Administrative Board Meeting– Jan 12, 2006 

The Mt. Zion Administrative Board met at 7:30 p.m. The persons present were Don Zeiders, Lena Arnold, Aneta VanHorn, Leroy and Nancy Troutman, Dave and Clarice Kerstetter, Jim and Mildred Messimer, Sue Kerstetter, Wayne and Deb Kerstetter, and Vernon Shenberger. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. Treasurer’s Report – For the 4^th quarter the checking account was $9,297.59. Time Deposit - $16,201, interest - $289.84. Vern gave an actual budget summary for 2005. Will use the Tithing Fund as is needed. New Business – Lena asked if she could use a cardboard bus to collect money for the East Juniata Release program, which supports the High School and four Elementary Schools. Wayne suggested we try to get individual buses so that individuals can use this as a private donation. Lena will check to find out how we might be able to get buses. Trustee Report – Clair Kerstetter Sr. cleaned the heaters and all are working properly. Clair Kerstetter Sr. is going to check on the cost of putting timers on the heaters. Cost will be presented to the Administrative Board. Permission was asked for Steve Portzline to buy paint and paint the church front door. Sue motioned to allow the Trustees to take care of the door. Pressure wash the Church was proposed by Trustees. This should be done in the fall – Wayne will check on cost of pressure washing. Paving the parking lot. This will be addressed when cost has been determined. Proposed budget for 2006 – 8% over last years and 10% over income. Need $28,656 income to offset $25,573 expenses. Clara’s salary - $6.75 to $7.00. Aneta motioned for approval of Clara’s salary and Clarice seconded it. Aneta motioned for budget approval and Wayne seconded it. Vision Team Report – Fun Sunday – March 19^th or 26^th. This will be combined services of Sunday School and Church. Kate and Friends – wooden puppet show, 20 min. $100.00. Popcorn Man – come for donation, approximately 45 min. Aneta motioned to have each group for $100.00 each. Dave seconded it. Bazaar – May 6^th 8-2 o’clock. Food stand and outside vendors. Lena will take requests for stands. Goal for use of money – Zendt Home and Home Missions Fund. Bible School – June. Homecoming – Sept. Revival Services – Nov – Vern will contact Jimmy Neimond as a possible speaker. Deb Kerstetter and Bev Portzline will take care of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Pastor’s Report – Membership – Mt. Zion 63, Richfield 237. Clergy and Spouse Retreat at Lancaster – June 17 – 19. Feb. 2-5 – Boston for continuing Education – requirement for Vern is that he needs to have a number of  Education Training each year. Sermons – will be sharing the United Methodist Church practices. Last week of Feb. there will be a work camp to Mississippi or Louisiana from Sunday to Sunday- $25 a day for 5 days. This is a United Methodist sponsored camp. Disciple Bible Study will start Jan. 22^nd. Confirmation Class for 4 weeks in early Spring. Vision meeting – Feb. 9^th. Administrative Board meeting-March 9 from 8 – 9 p.m.

Secretary

Lena Arnold

Mt. Zion Administrative Board meeting

11-10-2005

 The Mt. Zion administrative board meet at 7pm. Present were: Don Zeiders, Dave & Clarice Kerstetter, Mary Kerstetter, Lena Arnold, Pastor Vernon & Joyce Shenberger, Anita Vanhorn, Wayne Kerstetter and Sue Kerstetter.

Don opened the meeting with prayer.

Treasure Report – Church’s 3^rd quarter checking account - $8,541.54.  We owe Richfield around $800 from that for shared expenses. Cemetery Fund - $2000 CD.

Safe Sanctuary – The new policy, same as Richfield’s, was adopted by a motion by Dave Kerstetter and seconded by Anita Vanhorn. (I plan to put the policy on our web site. – Don Z)

Youth Group – Wayne thanked all for the help with the chicken barbeque.  The profit was around $540.  They have around $1000 in the treasury. (Pending Sight and Sound trip will deplete a lot of those funds) There is a cost of $175 for training/teaching material for the year.  Anita motioned we pay this expense and Dave seconded it.

Christmas Party – December 11^th following the services. It will be a covered dish meal. Deb Kerstetter is in-charge of it.

New Business – Microphone wire is loose. Pastor Vernon will ask Mike Graybill if he can fix.  If not able to fix it then he will contact Henry’s at Newport where it was bought.

Control heating of church – Don will make a sign-up sheet asking for volunteers to take monthly turns to turn on the heat.

Bonus for mower. – Dave motioned and Wayne seconded it to give $100 bonus to the mowers.

Work Camp – Anita presented the idea of doing a community work camp.  We will pray about it and make this a mission project.

Pastor Report – Tithing income on $15,655 would be $1,565. We need to consider what we want to do with this money. We will consider this at each meeting in case there arises a need for it in the community.

Small Church Leadership Development – Geared to help churches that have less than 100 enrolled. Pastor Vernon, Wayne and Don have and will continue to attend.

Dr. Snider’s visit – He will want to discuss questions that were presented at Church Conference after the meal on November 20^th.

Zendt Donation – We should consider having a date set of items that they need.

Vision Team meeting – December 8^th at 8pm.

Pastor Parish meeting – December 8^th at 7pm

Admin. Board meeting – Next meeting on January 12, 2006 7pm.

Submitted by Lena Arnold – Secretary.

Mt. Zion Administrative Board meeting 8-11-05

The Mt. Zion Administrative Board met at 7:00 P.M. Persons present – Donald Zeiders, Clarice Kerstetter, David Kerstetter, Lawrence and Mary Knouse, Jim Messimer, Lena Arnold, Leroy and Nancy Troutman, Eleanor Troutman, Don and Linda Zeiders, Wayne Kerstetter, Anita Kerstetter and Vernon Shenberger.

Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer.

Treasurer’s Report – gained $400 for 4 graves from Rick Knouse. The Cemetery association is now incorporated.

Church Report – checking account at end of July - $8,760.80, TD - $16,027.59

Church budget –  $1321 short on income

Minutes – Lena read the minutes from the last meeting.

Safe Sanctuary – Vernon presented a policy that Richfield Congregation wrote which addresses Safe Sanctuary. The policy will be made available to Mt. Zion Congregation, when approved it will be the accepted policy. Clearance for abuse checks will probably cost $10 - $15 per clearance and must be repeated every 5 years.

Youth Fellowship – Attendance is down for the summer. The group attended Creation and went to the Zoo with the Richfield youth group. Will have a chicken barbecue and pre-sale tickets. There is approximately $400 in the budget.

Revival Services – Jerry and Vernon will share Night services. Clarice Kerstetter and Eleanor Troutman will arrange music for each night. Anita motioned we pay $25 for a single person and for a group pay $20 per person. More may be given if deemed right for extra travel expenses, etc. (This is ongoing policy – not just for this Revival Service) Lawrence seconded it. Clarice and Eleanor will be responsible to have checks available.

Compensation for Jerry’s services – Anita motioned and Lawrence seconded to give Jerry a love offering for each night he is here.

Activities sign up – Don will ask for volunteers to be in charge of scheduling to be sure the activities are done.

New Business – Dave Kerstetter motioned and Jim Messimer seconded to cancel the Fall Bazaar.

Fun Sunday – Vision team will decide on date and what will be done, shall be presented for approval.

Christmas program – need to address details at next meeting.

Combined concert – Pastor Vernon suggested we combine with Dressler’s Ridge and other Churches to provide a Community concert to benefit the Larry Fawver family.

Greeter List – add a note which tells scheduled greeters to be responsible to get someone to take their place if they can’t be there – Don will announce ahead of time who will greet on the next Sunday.

Pastor’s report – Pastor Vernon suggested that we have Administrative Board meeting every other month and vision team meeting in the other month.

November 8^th – 7:00 p.m. John Shellenberger will have our Charge Conference.

November 20^th – Dr. Snider will preach at both Churches- noon covered dish meal will follow services.

Report - There is a report that has questions which need to be answered before Charge conference – wants Churches to be vital and effective.

Sept. 18^th – Boiling Springs – meeting for Lay leaders-Pastor Parish members- Conference Rep.

Equipment – A new copier has been leased for $197 a month.

Fall 2006 – Homecoming Service

Next meeting on Nov. 10^th at 7:00 p.m., have decided to keep meeting on second Thursday.

Secretary – Lena Arnold

Mount Zion Administrative Board - May 1, 2005

The Administrative Council met at 5:oo p.m. Present were Clara, Sue Kerstetter, Wayne and Deb Kerstetter, Dave and Clarice Kerstetter, Vernon and Joyce, Mary Kerstetter, Leroy and Nancy Troutman, Bob and Irene Shaffer, Mary and Lawrence Knouse, Lena and Maxine Arnold and Don Zeiders. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. Clarice Kerstetter read the minutes. Dave Kerstetter reported on Cemetery fund, he read a letter from Deb and Rusty Maneval who paid $100 for graves, $50 for cemetery care, $35 for opening grave, $50 from Ron and Darla for care. The cost of incorporation was $125. The total amount was $23,020.50.

The old business – a battery charger was purchased for $28.65. Mike Graybill fixed the cord on the hand mike.

Safe Sanctuary – Steve Hassinger is still working on the policy. We will need to identify who will need clearance. At Bible School, we will need to have a rover who will move from one center to another throughout the areas.

Youth – Wayne and Clair were commended for the good job they are doing with the Youth. They will be going to Creation at Mt. Union. There will be thirteen going (5 adults). The Treasury has $774.52 and $300 will be used for the trip. Plans are being made to go to Sight and Sound in the fall. The Group plans to support a mission project. At the June movie night, the movie will be “Just Like Dad.” Fathers of the Church and area will be invited to attend – a meal will be provided prior to the movie.

Graduating students – Eddie Messimer graduated from Triangle Tech, Derek Messimer and Lacey Hornberger will graduate from East Juniata High School in June. Lena will buy them gifts and Pastor Vern will recognize them in the Church service and present gifts.

Ramp – The Bazaar will help finance the ramp with other cost picked up by the Church. The ramp will be built so that both outside side doors will be accessible. The Tsunami fund was good as well as Hershey Heart project.

New Business – Revival – Jerry Miller was contacted to be a speaker. We are waiting for his response. The revival will be held Nov. 13 – 16.

Youth Day – It will be June 26^th and the group will be presenting a skit, which they have written.

Suggestions – Form a committee for the activities on the sign-up sheet. The Committee would be responsible that activities happen. Leroy and Nancy suggested stripping and waxing the floor sometime after Bible school is over. Donald Zeiders made this a motion and Maxine Arnold seconded it. The Church will pick up expenses. The Sunday School picnic speaker has not been obtained. Helpers in pre-school class are needed. Maxine, Linda and Mary will take turns helping Sue.

Conference – Wayne Kerstetter will be going to Conference June 9 – 11. Lena motioned to pick up his expenses – Lawrence seconded it. The next meeting will be July 31, 2005. Meet for a hot dog roast at 4:00 P.M. followed by meeting.

Secretary – Lena Arnold

Mt. Zion Adminstrative Board Meeting  January 9, 2005

The Mt. Zion Administrative Council met at the Mt. Zion Church at 5:30 PM. The following council and voting members were present:

Donald Zeiders, Irene Sheaffer, Bobby Sheafer, Lawrence Knouse, Mary Knouse, David Kerstetter, Clarice Kerstetter, Eleanor Troutman, Jim Messimer, Clair Kerstetter, Jr.,  Susan Kerstetter, Leroy Troutman,  Nancy Troutman, Wayne Kerstetter, Vernon Shenberger, Joyce Shenberger.

Chairperson Donald Zeiders with Prayer opened the Meeting.

Donald Zeiders reported that Clair Kerstetter would be the acting Secretary for the meeting due to the regular Secretary Lena Arnold being unable to attend the meeting. Clair Kerstetter reported not having the minutes of the last meeting. Donald Zeiders knew where the minutes were and provided the minutes to Clair Kerstetter.

CEMETERY REPORT:

Donald Zeiders requested the cemetery report, which was given by David Kerstetter. David Kerstetter reported the cemetery fund had $22910.50. David stated that $445.00 was used for cost of mowing and a bonus given to the Sheaffer’s for the great job they done. David Kerstetter brought to the attention of the Council that there was approximately $150.00 lost on the investment fund which the church had taken out with the Stewardship Foundation. Poor producing stocks were the only cause that could be determined for the loss. Pastor Shenberger reported that the investment is being adjusted in hopes to produce revenue. The cemetery Committee will be meeting on Tuesday 25 January 2005 at 8:00 PM.

TREASURER REPORT:

Donald Zeiders requested the Treasure Report. Clair Kerstetter, Jr. due to Susan Kerstetter arriving late at the meeting gave the treasury report. It was reported that there was $8384.22 in the checking account, $15,911.37 in the Time Deposit, $72.00 in the Food Fund and $1566.48 in the tithing fund. David Kerstetter requested if it was known what the funds were on January 2004 to determine if there was a loss or gain of funds for the year. It was determined from the minutes that the funds in checking were 8,996.79 at the February 8, 2004 meeting. This would indicate a loss for the year of $612.57 in checking.

SECERTARY REPORT:

Clair Kerstetter read the minutes from the last meeting. David Kerstetter requested a correction of changing Sunday school to Cemetery Fund, for mowing. Minutes corrected. 

OLD BUSINESS:

Donald Zeiders questioned about the progress of the sound system. Pastor Shenberger reported that he had worked on the connections and that Mike Graybill was going to look at the connection, which is believed to be the problem. It was noted that the portable microphone at times would not work properly, but it is believed that it is due to the battery being low in power. Pastor Shenberger reported that Richfield used rechargeable batteries for their portable microphone. He indicated he would check on the price, but believed it to be around $50.00 or less. David Kerstetter made a motion to let Pastor Shenberger check on a Battery charger and make the purchase if it was $50.00 or less. Lawrence Knouse seconded the motioned. The motion carried.

Susan Kerstetter had purchased a 25" TV as approved by the board. No TV Cart had been purchased at this time. Clair Kerstetter reported that the carts were more costly than the TV. He indicated that he had just recently found a cart, which should serve our purpose for $159.00. He indicated that it was ordered on Saturday and should be arriving on or before 1 February 2005. No one present expressed disapproval.

Clair Kerstetter questioned about where the church was with safe Sanctuaries. Pastor Shenberger reported that Steve Hassinger from Richfield was working on the policy and that after it was completed the Mt Zion Church could review the policy and mirror their policy if accepted.

NEW BUSINESS:

Wayne Kerstetter reported that Clair Kerstetter was going to help him with the Youth Group, and that Clair had information to report about the account the youth group had under the leadership of Denise Hornberger and Andrea Messimer. Clair Kerstetter reported that the first youth meeting was going to be 10 January 2005 at 5:30 PM, and that he spoke with Denise Hornberger who reported that she was happy that someone was keeping the youth group going. She reported that the money in the account at this time was around $60.00 and that she and Andrea were hoping to use the money to get gifts for the two seniors who were graduating high school this year. Clair told Denise that was not a problem. Clair stated that he was hoping for a motion to transfer the account to leader Wayne Kerstetter and the elected youth treasurer. The Motion was made by Clarice Kerstetter and seconded by Lawrence Knouse. The motion carried.

Donald Zeiders indicated if the youth group needs finances to please bring it to the attention of the church. He also informed the new youth leaders of the church Web Site to post meeting times and events for the youth.

Lawrence Knouse reported that when Robin’s funeral was at the church a person in a wheel chair had no handicap ramp to enter the church. Mary Knouse reported a handicap person had expressed an interest in coming to church, but there was no ramp. David Kerstetter made a motion to build a handicap ramp for the church. Discussion was had on whom to get for the job when Leroy Troutman reported that he could do the work to build the ramp. Clair Kerstetter reported he could assist Leroy if needed. David Kerstetter made a new motion to have the handicap ramp build by Leroy and Clair. Lawrence Knouse seconded the motion. The motion carried. The ramp to be build later in the spring when cold weather ends.

Pastor Shenberger questioned if the church wanted to do something for the tsunami victims. He reported that we could give money through UMCORE for the church. Lawrence Knouse made a motion to take up an officering for the Tsunami victims and give through UMCORE. Wayne Kerstetter seconded the motion. The motion carried.

Sue Kerstetter made a motion to have the spring flee market on the same date that the community has their community yard sales. Eleanor Troutman seconded the motion.

The motion carried.

PASTOR’S REPORT:

Pastor Shenberger reported that there was one person transferred from the role at Mt Zion and eight from the Richfield role. He reported the current membership at Mt. Zion stands at 65 at Richfield stands at 241.

Pastor Shenberger reported that the Vision Committee had suggested having a Fun Sunday to invite more children into the church. This is set for Sunday February 20, 2005. There will be clowns and a puppet show. It was questioned as to if our $25.00 gift was enough for the four adults, which would be involved. David Kerstetter suggested that the amount be $100.00 and that this issue be presented to the Sunday school for payment instead of the Church.

Pastor Shenberger reported that the incorporation the church had established had some changes, which should be made according to an attorney within the United Methodist Conference. He reported that it needs to address the United Methodist book of Discipline. More information on this change will be addressed in the future.

Pastor Shenberger reported the Vision Team would be meeting on Thursday night, January 13, 2005 at 7:30 PM if anyone wished to attend.

Pastor Shenberger reported that there would be a bible study at Richfield from 24 to 28 January 2005. He is looking for volunteers to assist with this program.

Pastor Shenberger reported a budget has not been accomplished and that would be discussed at the next meeting.

Pastor Shenberger reported that his Granddaughter was going to Hershey Hospital for an operation, and that he became aware of a program called Hershey Hearts. He reported that this program made up bags which contained items like phone cards and other things which are give to parents which aid them with the stay in the Hospital. He reported that he was going to get a list of items which were in these bags and see if the church was willing to purchase items to make up these bags. Additional information will be forth coming.

Donald Zeiders set the next Mt. Zion Administrative Council meeting to be on 10 April 2005 at 5:30 PM.

Donald Zeiders closed the meeting by leading everyone present in the Lords Prayer.

Acting Secretary, Clair Kerstetter, Jr.

Mt. Zion Administrative Board - October 17, 2004

^{Mt. Zion Administrative Board opened with prayer by Don Zeiders. Dave Kerstetter reported we have $21,500 in our Cemetery fund with the Conference. The checking has $1,437.35. Sue Kerstetter reported our Church treasury has $7,880.17. Pastor Vernon went over our budget. The minutes of the last meeting were read. We discussed the mowing by the Shaffer boys done this year. Dave Kerstetter made a motion that we give a bonus of $200 ($100 from Church treasury and $100 from Sunday school) at the end of the season, in appreciation. It was seconded by Wayne Kerstetter, motion carried. The phone number has not been displayed yet on our phone. Sue Kerstetter will take care of that. The ad in the Sentinel for our Church was discussed. Don Zeiders has been working on it’s content and showed what he has come up with. A one-year ad would run $478.00. We decided to "shelf" the matter for now and do event write-ups in the free section of the paper. An estimate for a new roof was submitted by John Willow and the roof is to be done this year yet. The Trustees approved the estimate. Revival was brought up (Nov. 14-17). Clarice will take care of the music. Church Conference report has been completed for presentation on Oct. 19th. New Business: Vision Team – Discussion to purchase a TV for classes and educational uses with our VCR player. Sue Kerstetter made a motion to purchase a 25" TV and seconded by Eleanor Troutman, also a cart to place it on was approved in the same motion. Discussion on our present sound system; not always working, will do some checking on new system. There will be more discussion at the next meeting. The Cantata will possibly be presented here at Mt. Zion, as has been in the past by the Richfield church. It will be confirmed later. The new officers list for 2005 was presented. The cost of study groups will be brought up before Sunday School (Experiencing God study). This is educational and growth purposes. The next meeting will be Jan. 9, 2005 at 5:30 p.m. Meeting adjourned in prayer.}

^{Aneta Van Horn, recorder}

Mt. Zion Adminstrative Board Meeting - August 15, 2004

Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. Cemetary Report – The bill for cemetary/church mowing should be paid soon. Dave Kerstetter stated that several donations have been given to the fund this year. $21,500 is invested with conference and $691.38 is in the checking account. Vernon will talk to the mower guys to be sure they are satisfied with the rate they are receiving. A gift at the end of the mowing season may be appropriate. Treasurer’s Report – Total in the checking account is $8,175.73. Secretary minutes were read. New Business – The picnic table and benches will be put in the shed soon. The phone was checked to be sure it’s in working order. The phone number will be posted near the phone. Clarice suggested a church ad be placed in “The Sentinel”. The cost is about $40 per month. A motion by Clarice, seconded by Irene Shaffer that we look into the matter. (Pastor Vernon checked on cost.  $9.20 per week, $36.80 for 4 week month, $46.00 for a 5 week month) It will also be brought before the Sunday School for possible approval/payment. Wayne Kerstetter is going to Hondorus on a mission trip. A Flea market was discussed, or perhaps a bazaar. A vision committee and a bazaar mrrting will be scheduled soon. Shirley Graham (in Sunday School) suggested that we have a special program to get more to the Sunday School. Lena Arnold suggested the ventriloquist, Steve Engle, to come to church or  Sunday School to attract children. Hummel’s UMC has a puppet ministry that we could consider. Martha and Amos Sensenig were also suggested. Rates and dates will be looked into. The fall revival is scheduled Nov. 14 – 17 with Rev. Rod Richeson, Sunday might include a  meal.  Pastor Vernon’s report – Information was given reguarding unchurched people statistics in this zipcode (17086). Richfield’s Breakfast in the park is September 19^th. The Retreat is Oct. 1,2, 3. Lloyd Shellenber will preach here and have Worldwide Communion. Vernon will be in NC on Nov. 19-22.  Vernon also reviewed an  insurance form questionaire. A part of the roof may need replaced soon. Safe Sanctuaries meetilng was held a few weeks ago. A report must be filed with the District Superintendent before the Church Conference on October 19^th at the Richfield Church. The next regular meeting will be October 17^th at 5:30 p.m. SPRC recommended that we increase the secretaries salary to $6.75.  Clarice Kerstetter motioned, seconded by Jim Messimer. Motion carried.

Metting adjourned at 7:05pm.

(Special Thanks to Joyce Shenberger for taking the minutes!)

Mt. Zion Administrative Board Meeting – May 2, 2004 

Prior to the Board meeting, Pastor Jim Parker presented a video on Church camping. He expressed the need of upgrading the camping facilities. The cost would be $5.5 million. Don Zeiders opened the meeting with prayer. There was $39.00 interest on the investment of funds and $140 interest on the principle. There is $10,066.73 in checking – Time deposit $15,788.46. The tithing fund is $532.46, not including April. There is $1,000 in reserve for Zendt Home activities and $72 for food distribution. The minutes were read and accepted. Thanks for helping with the Flea Market; the profit was $1,000. The Bible school planning is progressing nicely, although there is a need for helpers. Tithing money in the amount of $500 will be given to Larry Fawver and $200 for the Release Time program. The Board decided to support the camping program, upgrading for $2500 over a 5-year period. The Board will purchase an update to the Servant Keeper program to be used for both Churches. This program is being used to keep data on members and print mailers. Clyde Troutman will be in charge of the next Hymn sing on June 20^th. The next meeting will be Aug. 15^th at 5:30 p.m.

Secretary,

Lena Arnold