MAY 2013 Mission Message - First Christian Church of Harrisonville

Mission Message
Church Office
(816) 884 -4615 & (816) 380-1050
Email:
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Pastor: Adam Harmon
First Christian Church
Disciples of Christ
Email: [email protected]
Minister of Church Life & Youth: Brenda Brown
Email: [email protected]
Web page: www.harrisonvillefcc.org
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MAY 2013
First Christian Church
(Disciples of Christ)
Rev. Adam Harmon, Pastor
400 S. Independence
Harrisonville, MO 64701
Our mission is
to announce the
Good News of
God’s love for
all, by letting
the joy of our
relationship
with Jesus shine
through our
daily lives,
seeking to make
disciples for
Jesus, baptizing
in his name and
teaching toward
maturity
in faith.
Sunday School
9:15 a.m.
Worship
8:00 a.m. &
10:30 a.m.
Website: www.harrisonvillefcc.org
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 816-884-4615
April 23, 2013
Dear Church Family:
Stewardship & Finance would like to thank everyone for participating in our Celebration Sunday, the culmination of our recent stewardship emphasis, Abundant Joy, Overflowing Generosity. The four Sundays in the program have helped us see the importance of giving to God in all
areas of our lives.
To date, our personal financial commitments to our shared ministry have exceeded $93,000.
The Stewardship & Finance Ministry is pleased that these generous gifts can be used to carry out
the many programs currently underway as part of our shared ministry at FCC Harrisonville.
Our financial commitments represent our personal commitment to respond to God’s overflowing
generosity, and also allow our church to bring our hopes and dreams of ministering to our local
and extended community to fruition.
Commitment cards are still available at the back of the sanctuary if you were not able to complete a card last Sunday. You are also welcome to contact the church office or our Financial
Secretary Sophia Smither if you would like a card mailed to you.
We are grateful to be a part of such a generous church family, and together seek God’s guidance
to live out the ministry entrusted to us. Thank you.
In Christian fellowship,
Stewardship & Finance Ministry
Mary Parker
Jean Boston
Cheryl Tinsley
Sue Kalwei
Glenda Shelton
1856-2006
Beverly Tinsley
Sophia Smither
Serving Christ and Community for Over 150 Years
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Don’t Do Anything New!
In March Tiffany and I had the pleasure of taking Michael and some of his friends out to see a movie for Michaels
Birthday. We took them to see the animated movie “The Croods,” a story a of a prehistoric cave family discovering
the world and learning a great deal about each other along the way. This was a great movie and it had a really great
message. Here is one of the quotes from the movie that really intrigued me.
Grug (the dad): Tonight we'll hear the story of Crispy Bear. A long time ago this
little bear was alive because she listened to her father. So she
was happy, but Crispy had one terrible problem. She was filled
with curiosity. Yes, and one day she saw something new and
died!
Thunk (the son): Just like that?
Grug: Yes!
Gran (the grandmother): Same ending as everyday
Thunk: I get it, dad. I will never do anything new or different.
Grug: Good man, Thunk"
Grug, the father of this family, believed that the only way to keep his family safe was to keep them far away from
anything that was new. That is what the cave was for, to keep everyone safe and away from anything new because if
they tried something new they would surely die.
What does it mean for us as Christians to believe in New Life as Easter people? This is an important question as we
continue to remember this time of New Life and Resurrection. I am reminded of the reaction of many of the disciples
in the Easter accounts found in the Gospels. Disciples were fearful, disbelieving, scared, doubting, and even locking
themselves in a room away from whatever was outside. Certainly there were dangers for the followers of Jesus; after
all they were seen as being followers of a revolutionary by the Roman Empire.
As we continue to live into Eastertide we celebrate a time of New Life and Resurrection. And if we can get past the
commercialization of candy and Easter baskets we might be able to admit to ourselves that New Life is indeed scary;
anytime we experience something new there is always the chance that things might not go well or how we expected.
New Life in Christ is scary and even fearful; for if we are believers in the Resurrection of Christ, our lives can’t help
but be changed in a dramatic way. I encourage you this week, month, and year to explore what New Life means to
you, come out of your cave, and experience the newness of the Risen Christ!
Shalom, Adam
I think it is time that we continue our
journey to the great BBQ restaurants
around KC. This time we will be partaking of the wonderful BBQ at Jack Stack
in Martin City. Plan to come for some
great food and some wonderful conversation. If you are
interested we will leave the church at 6 p.m. on Tuesday,
May 14th. Hope to see you all there!
Adam Harmon
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 22-25
Lord’s Park
6:30pm-8:30pm
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
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Welcome to Charlotte Swanson
Charlotte joined the church on
April 7, 2013
by transferring her membership.
Sermons for May 2013
May 5
Scripture: John 5:1-9
Title: “Do you want to be made well?”
May 12
Scripture: Acts 16:16-34
Title: “Get out of jail free card”
May 19 (Pentecost Sunday)
Guest Speaker: Dr. Mike Weinman
Scripture: John 14:8-27
Title: “Coming of the Advocate”
Franceline Parris
Bob Raynes
Doug Manning
Frances May
Edith Fournier
Al & JoAnn Frock
Clara Hoke
Twanitta Barnes
Mildred Fannon
Our next Elders Meeting will be held on
Sunday, May 26.
May 26
Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9
Title: “Myth: If you build it they will
come”
May 14 @ 8:00am
LIFE CHOICE CENTER FOR WOMEN WALK FOR LIFE
Saturday May 18 Registration: 8:30 Walk begins: 9:00 a.m.
For a pledge form or more info, contact LCCW at 887-5100, see Sophia Smither or visit
www.yourlifechoicecenter.com.
Mark your calendars for June 15 to attend the New Theatre Restaurant with a group from church to see "Weekend
Comedy," starring Cindy Williams from Laverne & Shirley! A bus will leave the church at 10:00am to go to the theater, be seated, and eat lunch. The show begins at 1:15pm. Tickets are $32.00, and the cost for the bus will be divided
among those riding it. The more people who go, the smaller the cost for transportation! If you are interested, please
sign up in the back of the church.
Breakfast Schedule:
May 5 –Andrea Murphy 12-Dena Cooper
19-Tracy Wooten
26-Linnette Pugh
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KFC BUCKET May 5, 2013
Outreached worked with Worship on the “New Life” Baskets for Hope Haven. Thank
You, Linnette Pugh for being the contact person and for delivering those. Excellent
participation from the congregation. Great new ministry.
May 5
$1.00
HFCC Food pantry day was April 19. Thanks to all volunteers. Our next Food Pantry
day is scheduled for July 5.
Current collecting cleaning kits for Hope Haven. “Bucket of Bubbles” on bulletin board in narthex. Bubbles have
individual items listed that are needed. The 28 is last day for this.
Pentecost “Moments for Missions” will be May 12, as Pastor Adam wanted to share at both services with the special
offering on the 26.
Ps.118:24 So...have a great day! Joyce
SUGGESTED FOODS
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit
Canned meats
Macaroni & cheese
Peanut butter
Pasta
Pudding
Dry Beans
Flour
Crackers
Powdered Milk
Cake mix
Vegetable oil
Baby food & related items
Cereal
Soup
Rice
Sugar
Thank you for all those who helped serve
the food pantry in April. You donations
and volunteer hours are greatly appreciated.
HFCC next Food Pantry day is July 5.
Questions, please contact Lyle Krohn.
MICAH MINISTRIES
Upcoming dates to mark on your Calendar: June 17 & September 16, 2013
Meeting in the church parking lot at 4:00pm. We should be returning between 8:00pm & 8:30pm.
Current items collecting:
Blankets
Socks
Coats
Underwear
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Diapers sizes 4, 5 & 6
Girls Underwear size 3-16
Boys Underwear Sizes 5-8
Children Socks Size Small
Toilet Tissue
Bath Towels
Shampoo
Tooth Brushes
Boys and Girls Shoes
Bar Soap
Deodorant
Tooth Paste
In 2007, Woodhaven was accepted as a ministry partner by the Council of
Areas of the Mid-America Region to ensure its continued relationship with
the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) throughout potential changes by
its parent organization. Woodhaven places a great value on its association with the church, as it provides roots and a
context in Christian love for Woodhaven's mission.
Churches throughout the Mid-America Region and the nation support Woodhaven through the Disciples Mission
Fund, direct outreach gifts, CWF/DWM projects, clipping Campbell's and Best Choice barcodes, mission trips and
prayer. Through its connection with the church, Woodhaven is a national leader in services for individuals with disabilities, consistently receiving the highest level of accreditation for its programs and winning awards like the Jackie
Davenport-Orton Outstanding Provider Award, which it won in 2007 from the Central Missouri Regional Office of
the Department of Mental Health
HFCC is collecting the UPC Bar Code from Campbell's products to help supply Woodhaven with education programs
and materials. Bring you UPC Bar code to the church in place them in the basket located on the back table or give
them to Beverly Tinsley.
The Save-A-Label program is an extremely successful program, which helps non-profit
organizations raise money. Currently, there are over 11,000 non-profit groups in the AWG
trade area that participate in the program. These groups earn $.03 for each Best Choice UPC
symbol redeemed, with a minimum of 1,000 labels required for redemption. This program represents more than 1.2
million cases of Best Choice products purchased by consumers in one year!
So by participant this the Save-A-Label program for 1,000 labels Harrisonville First Christian
Church could collect $30.00. And once a year, with a certificate we will receive $60.00.
START SAVING THOSE BEST CHOICE LABELS!
~Deborah Group met on April 8, 2013 with five (5) present. We sent three cards and discussed those in
need of prayers.
The Westline Christian Church Women's Retreat will be held June 8 at 9:00 AM. We will carpool
from the church at 8:30 AM for anyone who is interested in attending.
Judy Manning read a poem, written by Russell Kelfer, from “The Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren. Jean
Boston gave the lesson on “Heaven”, written by Randy Alcorn. Will we be ourselves in Heaven? The Bible says we
will, but we will always be happy and will have no unholy thoughts or desires. Thank you, Ruth Cummins, for the
delicious cake! Our next meeting will be May 13th at 1:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Ellen Wray will provide the
lesson on “Heaven”. This will be our last “official” meeting until September. Our June 10th meeting will be at Ryan's
buffet in Raymore at 11:30 AM for lunch and fellowship. We warmly welcome all ladies to join us.
~Rachel Circle met on April 9 in the fellowship hall at 7:00pm. The meeting was opened with the CWF Prayer.
Nancy gave a book report on the flower, the Violet according to the biblical history. Then there was a very short
meeting. After that, Sophia Smither presented a program. After playing the game we closed the evening with the
CWF Benediction and had refreshments, furnished by Sophia Smither.
Thursday, May 9 @ 11:30am
Meeting at Branding Iron
CHANCEL CHOIR
Wednesdays
7:00pm-8:00pm
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YOUTH
Tall Oaks for their Summer Kick-Off. On Sunday, May 5, 2013. Youth are asked to be at the church for the 10:30am
worship service and will leave for Tall Oaks following the service.
During May, the youth will be furnishing the meals with the help of their leaders. We would like to thank all who
have provided such wonderful meals for us this school year.
Also, we are proud to announce that Andrea Smither has stepped up to work with the youth. She will add so much to
our group.
Mission topics:
Silver Manor-service projects
Handing out cold bottled water at our local food pantry-July 5
Reaching out to our shut-ins or anyone in the church that may be in need of assistance. If you need your leaves raked.
Help around the yard, housework, etc. Please contact Brenda or Rich
Micah Ministries-June 17
Harvesters-date not yet confirmed
Local and out of town missions
Retreat –date not confirmed
Week of Compassion and the Week That Was
Last week's news was filled with reports of disasters. From flooding across a couple of Midwestern states to explosions in Texas and Boston to Friday's report of a devastating earthquake in
China, it seemed like one couldn't turn on the news without another report of tragedy.
As always, the faithful support of congregations and individuals across North America and the faithful partnership of
our partners both here and around the globe have allowed Week of Compassion to respond.
Week of Compassion has been in touch with the Northeast Region and several ecumenical partners to see if there are
needs emerging as a result of the Boston Marathon explosion. Likewise, we are currently working with the Southwest
Region and Central Christian Church, Waco, Texas, to respond to needs emerging from last week's explosion at a fertilizer plant in West, Texas. In addition, we will continue to monitor the situation so that we might support long-term
recovery efforts in West.
We have also responded to churches and church members affected by flood damage in Indiana and Illinois, and
through our partners in Global Ministries, to needs emerging from a devastating earthquake, measuring 6.6 on the
Richter scale, that rattled the Sichuan region in western China on Friday.
If you would like to help bring comfort to communities facing tragedy, be part of relief efforts all over the world, and
join our movement of Courageous Compassion, donate to week of compassion.
Thank you for all the ways you have expressed concern over the past week. Your care, hope, and commitment inspire
and effect change all over the world.
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8:00am Worship
Elders: Dena Cooper
Deacons: Lee Cooper & Luke Cooper
10:30am Worship
Worship Leader: Alesa Wood
Greeters: Jim & Glenda Shelton
Sound: Ryan Davidson
Acolyte: Youth
Elders: Joyce Hawley & Jessica Gipson
Diaconate: + Megan Davidson, Karl Frees, Jason
Gipson, Teri Riemenschneider & Henry Frees*
3
Anna Liese Cole
19
Al Frock
+Denotes Deacon in charge
3
Cody Hawkins
19
Robert Raynes
4
Bryar Gipson
21
Kris Cook
4
Shayne Smither
23
Regina Hawley
5
Janet Allbaugh
23
Jamie Jennings
6
Bettie Tanquary
25
Melody Schaefer
7
Adam Krohn
26
Evelyn Kircher
8
Mildred Shelton
27
Milly Long
16
Dennis Limpus
30
Sam Cooper
16
Cindy Wisdom
31
Brenton Cook
*Denotes Balcony
Communion Prep:
Megan Davidson
Communion Calling:
5-Travis Hillmer
12-Don Smither
19-Steve Allbaugh
26-Jo Irwin
MAY BIRTHDAYS
Children’s Moments:
MAY ANNIVERSARIES
5-Jo Irwin
12-Sherry Krohn
19-Jamie Mathews
26-Tiffany Harmon
Musicians:
8:00am
5Jo
12Sherry
19Jo
26Sherry
10:30am
Jo
Janet
Jo
Janet
Choir
Jo
Janet
Jo
Janet
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Walter & Margaret Goddard
4
Allen & Sheryl Steele
10
John & Marilyn Shephard
16
Kevin & Patricia Chaney
23
Walter & Mary Hocker
24
Ed & Judy Logwood
28
Ed & Barbara Peeples
30
Lyle & Sherry Krohn
31
Jerry & Kay Fitzgerald
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6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Group
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6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Group
7:00pm Chancel Choir
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7:00pm Chancel Choir
KFC Collection Sunday
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3:00pm-9:00pm Livingston -Fellowship Hall
12:00pm Secret Prayer Partners Luncheon
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Pentecost
12:00pm Youth to Tall Oaks
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6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Group
6:30pm Ministry Chairs
7:00pm Chancel Choir
7:00pm Ministry Groups
Hope Haven Meeting
6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Group
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7:00pm Chancel Choir
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11:30am Golden Leaves @ Branding Iron
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Mother’s Day
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1:30pm Disciples Women/CWF Deborah Circle
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8:00am Disciples Men/CMF
6:00pm Men's BBQ –Jack Stack in Martin City
7:00pm Disciples Women/CWF Rachel Circle
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8:45am Elders Meeting
Newsletter Deadline
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6:00pm-8:00pm Youth Group
7:00pm Chancel Choir
FACTS AND FIGURES
Sunday, March 31, 2013 Easter Sunday
8:00am Worship Service
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Sunday School
28
10:30am Worship Service
128
General Fund
$2,450.01
Pastor’s Discretionary Fund $20.00
Easter Offering
$293.65
Benevolence
$309.77
New Life Baskets
$30.00
Hon Heating Refund
$350.00
2% Capital Fund
$56.32
Sunday, April 7, 2013
8:00am Worship
Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
General Fund
Easter Offering
Hawley Camp Fund
2% Capital fund
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69
$5,193.34
$50.00
$27.00
$119.39
Sunday, April 14, 2013
8:00am Worship
Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
General Fund
2% Capital Fund
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81
$2,570.85
$59.10
Sunday, April 21, 2013
10:30 am Worship
Sunday School
10:30am Worship Service
General Fund
Easter Offering
2% Capital Fund
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80
$1,882.68
$50.00
$43.28
REUSE, REDUCE, RECYCLE
The Thrift Shop is in need of
volunteers.
They are looking for volunteers to
sort and hang clothes for sale.
If you are able to donate a few hours to this ministry, please
contact the Thrift Store at 816-884-2279.
- Thank you, Mary Parker
The deadline for the Church
Newsletter is May 26, 2013.
Please turn all articles into the church
office or email them to
[email protected] or
[email protected]
March 31, 2013
General Fund: Balance in checking--$3,015.18
Balance in Demand Plus--$6,475.36
Memorial: Balance in Investment Savings--$2,819.47
Endowment: Balance in Yoder savings--$1,474.29
Permanent Fund--$10,794.38
Balance in Mauck/Morse flex plus--$4,764.77
Capital Improvements--$3,959.50
Income (year to date)--$38,180.88
Expenses (year to date)--$43,215.65
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First Christian Church of Harrisonville, MO
Board Meeting Minutes
April 16, 2013
Chairman Butch Beeman called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. with 11 present. Pastor Adam opened with reading
a newsletter about “change”, written by Gary Blakeman in 1992. Communion was served.
The March 19, 2013 minutes of the Official Church Board were approved as presented.
Pastor’s Report: Pastor Adam reported that he received favorable comments about the Maundy Thursday service. He
is very happy about how Holy Week and Easter turned out, and he is thankful for the work done by our Worship Ministry Group. He made 2 hospital calls and 10 pastoral calls. He has been thinking a lot about how we will continue to
live into our resolutions for the coming year as a church. A complete report is filed in the office with these minutes.
Christian Education: Sherry Krohn reported they met April 2 with 4 present. They met with the Methodist Church on
April 10. Vacation Bible School is set for July 22 through 25 at Lord's Park for children 4 years of age through 5 th
grade. They are discussing having a nursery area set up at one of the churches for children 3 years of age and under.
They also discussed summer Sunday School ideas.
Membership: Nancy Emmons reported they met April 2 with 9 present. The “theme baskets” will be auctioned following the 10:30 AM service on April 28 with proceeds going to the pastor's discretionary fund. There will be a special basket available for people to donate gift cards or money directly to the discretionary fund. Membership is providing ham, scalloped potatoes, applesauce, and rolls for the lunch. Please bring a salad, vegetable, or dessert if attending.
Membership made up baskets for members who are sick, in nursing homes, etc.
They discussed projects for May through August. They planned a trip to the New Theater to see “Weekend Comedy”
starring Cindy Williams on June 15.
Membership and Property are coordinating a project to landscape the southeast side of the church.
Outreach: Joyce Hawley reported they met April 2 with 8 members present. KFC Sunday is May 5 th. They were
pleased to work with Worship Ministry on the “New Life Baskets” for Hope Haven women and children. This is a
great ministry, and there was wonderful participation. Thanks to Lynnette Pugh for being the contact and delivery
person. They are working on Cleaning Kits for Hope Haven. The “Bucket of Bubbles” is on the bulletin board in the
narthex. The bubbles list items needed. April 28 is the deadline for this project.
Volunteers are needed for our April 19 food pantry day. Sign-up sheet is in the sanctuary.
Bright Futures bin in the Fellowship Hall is collecting new or gently used books for summer reading to keep up reading skills for grades K-12. Pick-up dates are April 17th and 24th. They would appreciate having items boxed or
bagged for easy transport. Normally, items are picked up the first Wednesday of the month.
Pentecost Moments for Mission will be May 12. The Pentecost special offering is Sunday May 26.
Property: Lyle Krohn reported they met April 2 with 4 present. Lyle advised the Board that the broken parking
blocks have been replaced.
The security camera entry system has been installed on the middle east door by the office.
A list of jobs has been created for the work day on April 27.
A new thermostat was installed in the sanctuary by the choir loft.
The Baptistery leak is being repaired.
Potential concrete repairs near the office have been assessed.
Landscaping options were discussed and coordinated with Membership.
Plans are being developed for painting the Education wing hallway.
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Stewardship & Finance: Cheryl Tinsley reported they met April 2 with 6 present. We reviewed the report from the
Financial Review Committee (attached to Cheryl's report). There were no discrepancies found, and recommendations
are being implemented as possible.
Stewardship & Finance will host the fellowship time after the 8:00 AM service and have a reception after the 10:30
AM service on April 21 to celebrate the success of the stewardship emphasis. Pledge cards will be distributed and
received at the April 21 services.
The credit card policy is being reviewed and updated as needed.
Worship: Jamie Matthews reported that following the busy Easter season they did not meet. Jamie advised the Board
that the New Life baskets for Hope Haven women and children went over beautifully.
Elders: The elders will be back to meeting on schedule the end of April.
Unfinished Business: Lyle Krohn reported the security camera is functioning and wiring has been secured in the office.
New Business: Lyle Krohn moved we not have a May Board meeting. Motion carried. Business needing attention
will be addressed if necessary.
Cheryl Tinsley gave a report on the Permanent Fund, which currently has a balance of $10,794.38. The annual distribution was received in the amount of $223.93, which appears to be a 2% distribution rather than the 4% distribution
expected and no explanation was provided. Cheryl will call the Christian Church Foundation for clarification. Distribution percentages are to be dispersed as follows: 10% to General Fund; 30% to Outreach; 30% to Capitol Improvement; 15% to Area/Region; and 15% to the Sabbatical Fund. Cheryl will coordinate with Treasurer Mary Parker to
figure out a way to list Form 941 tax amounts on the Treasurer’s report quarterly as recommended by the Financial
Audit Committee.
Lyle Krohn moved that Cheryl Tinsley, Beverly Tinsley, and Pastor Adam be our voting delegates to the Orlando
General Assembly in July. Motion carried.
Mary Parker moved to allow the Clay Potters Garden Club to have a flower show during the Burnt District Festival.
Motion carried.
Cheryl Tinsley moved to take $175.00 from the funnel cake fund to pay for the funnel cake booth at the Burnt District
Festival. Motion carried. Pastor Adam sent the registration for the funnel cake booth at the Burnt District Festival to
the Harrisonville Chamber of Commerce.
Treasurer’s Report: Mary Parker presented the financial report. Mary noted that the first insurance payment (50% of
the total insurance cost) was paid late. Spending should be at 25%. Giving is at 19.71%. The report was accepted and
filed for audit.
Committee meetings will be held as scheduled on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 at
7:00 PM. Chairpersons meet at 6:30 PM on both dates.
The Board will not meet in May. The next Board meeting is Tuesday,
June 18, 2013 at 7:00 PM.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned, and Butch
closed with prayer.
Judy Manning, Secretary
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 22-25
Lord’s Park
6:30pm-8:30pm
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
400 S. Independence Street
Harrisonville, MO 64701
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