HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

January 16, 2017

 

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional. And Sam Connell opened with a Prayer.

 

Meeting was called to order at 7:21. Members present were Jeremy Harris, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.  

 

Also Present: Ami Martino

 

Minutes of the October and November Board meeting were read.  Luke Connell made motion to approve and Jeremy Harris Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $12588.36

Building Fund: $18585.86

 

Sam Connell made motion to approve financial report and Jeremy Harris Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Jon and Ami purchased a new Refrigerator and Dishwasher for a total of $976.00 out of the General Fund. 

 

Still need to get bids on the new bathroom edition.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Jeremy Harris made a motion to go ahead and build the sound booth at the earliest convenience.  

Luke Connell Seconded the motion.  Motion Carried.

 

We will replace the East yard light with a LED yard light next work day this spring.

 

Discussion was held and the Benevolence Fund and how to get it going again. 

 

Discussion was held on the Nursery during church service and how to rotate people to care for kids.  

 

Jeremy Harris made a motion to have a sign up sheet for Nursery Care. Motion Seconded by Sam Connell.  Motion Carried.

 

Discussion was held about the snack list and how to fill the gaps. The church will restock to fill in the gaps when people don't sign for a Sunday.  

 

As Church leaders we are all asked to pray for more new families in our church.  

 

Next meeting set for February 12th after Church Service at 12:15ish.  

 

Luke made motion to adjourn and Ron seconded. And a prayer by Luke. Motion Carried

 

Meeting adjourned at 7:50

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES October 10, 2016

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional. And Luke Connell opened with a Prayer.

Meeting was called to order at 7:42. Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.

Also Present: Ami Martino

Minutes of the September Board meeting were read. Sam Connell made motion to approve and Luke Connell Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $12764.54

Building Fund: $17359.85

Luke Connell made motion to approve financial report and Sam Connell Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Basement Leaking Issue

Still need to get bids on the new bathroom edition.

NEW BUSINESS:

Set October 26th as the day to work on the basement. Matt will contact the rental company to get a backhoe.

Pastor Jon had another youth activity at the church and discussion was held on the next step.

Luke made a motion to look into building a sound booth in the southeast corner of the Sanctuary. Sam seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

Ron will check into the new window for the west classroom.

Sam made motion to replace the East yard light with a LED yard light. Ron seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

We will pay for kids to attend the fall retreat at Camp Bethal.

Church Annual Meeting is set for November 6th. Along with a basket dinner doubled as Thanksgiving Dinner.

Ami showed pictures of the house and the cracks in the ceiling throughout the house. And water spots forming on the ceiling. And other water damages.

Jon also presented that their Refrigerator is leaking.

Laura has shown interest in running the Christmas program for the kids. Scheduled for the 18th of December.

Jon and Ami asked for approval to be gone November 27th to visit family.

As Church leaders we are all asked to pray for more new families in our church.

Next meeting set for November 6th after the Annual Meeting.

Luke made motion to adjourn and Sam seconded.

Motion Carried Meeting adjourned at 8:38

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

September 12, 2016

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional. And Ron opened with a Prayer.

Meeting was called to order at 7:40. Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.

Also Present: None

Minutes of the August Board meeting were read. Sam Connell made motion to approve and Ron Dobbins Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $14079.67

Building Fund: $17194.15

Luke Connell made motion to approve financial report and Sam Connell Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Waiting on the TV mounting in the basement as we need to address the basement wall wet issues.

NEW BUSINESS:

Building plan tallies: Yes-10 No-0

Sam Connell made motion to go ahead and get estimates on the bathroom project with the new entryway going into the new hallway. Luke Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

Youth activity went well and was received well. And Luke and Pastor Jon will discuss doing another activity in the near future.

Waiting on the second half of the sound system to be delivered.

Concern was discussed about the lighting in the church when we take the windows out for the new bathroom.

Matthew will check into the rental of a backhoe to dig out the basement wall soon.

As Church leaders we are all asked to pray for more new families in our church.

Next meeting set for October 3rd at 7:30

Luke made motion to adjourn and Mike seconded. Motion Carried

Meeting adjourned at 8:38

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

August 1, 2016

 

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional. And Luke opened with a Prayer.

 

Meeting was called to order at 7:40. Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.  

 

Also Present: Ami Martino

 

Minutes of the June Board meeting were read.  Sam Connell made motion to approve and Ron Dobbins Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $12978.90

Building Fund: $16884.15

 

Luke Connell made motion to approve financial report and Mike Connell Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Matthew will get the TV mounted on the wall downstairs.

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Luke Connell Made a motion to print the floor plan and place it in the bulletin for one week.  Sam Connell seconded the motion.  Motion Carried.

 

Youth activities will be on August 28th at Pastor Jon’s house and then North Platte. 

 

Luke Connell made the motion to no longer subscribe to CCLI music License. Sam Connell seconded the motion. Motion Carried.

 

Sam will make ice cream for a back to school get together at the River on August 14th at 4:00.

 

Luke Connell made motion to approve the purchase of the sound system for around $700.00.  Ron Dobbins seconded the motion.  Motion Carried

 

Ami presented that returning the VBS supplies was going to be 20% loss.  Looking for another place to donate and see if others can use.  Ami will decide.  

 

 

As Church leaders we are all asked to pray for more new families in our church.  

 

Next meeting set for September 12th at 7:30  

 

Sam made motion to adjourn and Mike seconded.  Motion Carried

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:43

-- HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

June 13, 2016

 

Pastor Jonathan opened with a prayer and gave a short devotional.

 

Meeting was called to order at 7:36. Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.  

 

Also Present: Ami Martino

 

Minutes of the May Board meeting were read.  Sam Connell made motion to approve and Luke Connell Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $13727.46

Building Fund: $16719.22

 

Sam Connell made motion to approve financial report and Mike Connell Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Matthew will get the TV mounted on the wall downstairs.

 

Bathrooms plans are drawn on the ground for all to see.  

• Discussion was held on to pursue the addition or not. 
• General thought was to go ahead and see what it will cost.  

 

Sam Connell made the motion to finalize our plans and show to the congregation and then pursue bids after hearing comments and concerns. Luke Connell seconded motion.  Majority Vote Carried.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Youth activities are on hold till closer to school time. Then they will go to North Platte and play Laser tag and other activities.   

 

Mike Connell made the motion to fund the youth events in August.  Sam Connell Seconded the motion.  Motion Carried.

 

Jon will be absent on the July 17th so we will need to fill the pulpit.

Jon will be doing a Mentorship with a Mentor of his. 

 

Jon and Ami will hand out fun sheets from creation moments website after the brown paper bag.

 

Ami will be selling the excess VBS supplies and then it will be put back into the church.  

 

Luke will be doing another funeral in June so would like to be held up in prayer.

 

As Church leaders we are all asked to pray for more new families in our church.  

 

Next meeting set for August 1st at 7:30  

 

Luke made motion to adjourn and Ron seconded.  Motion Carried

 

Meeting adjourned at 8:53

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

April 11, 2016

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional.

Meeting was called to order at 7:35 with a prayer from Ron Dobbins.  Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.  

Also Present: Ami Martino

Minutes of the March Board meeting were read.  Sam Connell made motion to approve and Ron Dobbins Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $16284.43

Building Fund: $12362.60

Luke Connell made motion to approve financial report and Matthew Brown Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Luke and Matt still need to go over the building plans for the bathroom.  

Deck is mostly finished just have a few railing boards left to do.  

NEW BUSINESS:

Luke presented that a house next to his was for sale now as a possible house for a parsonage.

DVD players for upstairs and downstairs are being donated as well as the full motion mount for the basement flatscreen.

Jon and Ami would like to start the dinner with the pastor again. 

Also looking at starting fellowship dinners once a month or so.  

                Will have fellowship dinner on May 15th.  

                Next meeting set for May 2nd at 7:30  

Sam made motion to adjourn and Luke seconded.  Motion Carried

Meeting adjourned at 8:15

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

March 7, 2016

  

Meeting held at the Martino Household

Meeting was called to order at 7:15 with a prayer from Sam Connell.  Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown. 

Also Present: Ami Martino

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional.

Minutes of the February Board meeting were read.  Sam Connell made motion to approve and Mike Connell Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $15196.09

Building Fund: $12057.60

Luke Connell made motion to approve financial report and Matthew Brown Seconded the Motion.  Motion Carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Work is continuing on the CD release and the Insurance for the house.

Discussed the addition to the bathroom and making a good plan.

Sam made motion that Matt and Luke sit down and get the plans in concrete for the building addition.  Motion seconded by Ron Dobbins.  Motion Carried. 

Board discussed children church and how we want to structure it from now on. 

Mike will discuss bring it up when he reads the minutes at church. 

 Ron made motion and Sam seconded the motion to spend up to $1500 on the materials for the deck.  Motion carried. 

 Mike made a motion to set the 23rd of March to level the house and start on the deck Seconded by Luke Connell.  Motion carried.

 Luke Connell made a motion that Pastor Jon to get bids for the skirting of the house. Sam seconded the motion.  Motion carried. 

Luke will talk to some other churches about possible VBS joint dates. 

Sam made a motion to table the stair lift until a later time.  Ron seconded the motion.  Motion Carried. 

Next Meeting is set for April 4th at 7:30.

Mike made the motion to adjourn the meeting and Sam seconded the motion.  Motion Carried.

Meeting adjourned at 8:36

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

February 15, 2016

 

Meeting was called to order at 7:00 by Mike Connell. Members present were Mike Connell, Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Luke Connell, Pastor Jonathan, and Matthew Brown.

Guest Present: Ami Martino

Pastor Jonathan gave a short devotional.

Minutes of the November Board meeting were read. Sam Connell made motion to approve and Ron Dobbins Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins

General Fund: $15049.54

Building Fund: $12057.60

$1000 came in in December from Grace Miller Memorial and was added to the Building Fund.

Mike Connell made motion to approve financial report and Sam Connell Seconded the Motion. Motion Carried.

OLD BUSINESS

Ron is working on getting the CD released from Lincoln Federal with signatures from John Lewis, Vernon Lutes, Ron Dobbins, and Mike Connell.

NEW BUSINESS

The board discussed concerns with the Insurance on the house in Stapleton. Ron will talk to North Star Insurance and Matt will get the old appraisal from Donna.

The board discussed the possibility of getting a professional to look at the sewer system and to look at the ceiling being replaced in the bathrooms. Also discussed the possibility of making bathrooms bigger.

The board discussed children’s church being in the basement and a TV needed for that.

Pastor Jonathan presented the bid for the siding replacement on the house. Sam Connell made motion to let Jonathan decide which one will do the work between Randy Weekly and Hunt’s Construction. Luke Connell seconded. Motion Carried.

Jonathan also presented a deck plan to be done on the house. And the board discussed moving the house or moving the family as well.

Jonathan also presented getting a separate check each month for a utility stipend. Which then can be written off. Ron will pay a second check to Jon and Ami.

Jonathan presented the by-laws for protection of the church, the individuals, and the Pastor.

 he board discussed VBS Dates of June 26th -28th for a possibility and also discussed the possibility of combining with other churches.

 he board discussed and agreed on doing a Dinner and Movie to watch WAR Room at the church in conjunction with a fellowship dinner on March 13th.

 e also held a discussion about a changing table in the nursery. Ami will talk to Tammy about hers otherwise Matt will look at one on Amazon.

 Sam made a motion to adjourn the meeting and Luke Seconded. Motion Carried.

 

Next Meeting is set for March 7, 2016.

 

 

Hall Church Annual Congregational Meeting

Sunday, November 15, 2015

The meeting was called to order at 2:05 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.

Sarah Paxton, Secretary read the minutes of the 2014 meeting. Luke Connell made a motion to approve the minutes as read. Matt Brown seconded.

Sam Connell provided balances for the checking account and building fund.

Checking $12,861.17           Building $10,587.02

Jeremy Harris made a motion to approve the balances, Carolee Brown seconded. Motion carried.

The church directory was passed out to members for any corrections that needed to be made.

Board Chairman informed members that there will be 3 positions that will need to be filled on our Board: a two-year term, a four-year term, and a five-year term.

Nominations were taken for the five-year term position - Ron Dobbins was nominated. A motion was made nominations cease. A vote was taken by raising hands. Ron Dobbins will fill the five-year position.

Nominations were taken for the four-year term position - Matt Brown, Jeremy Harris and Luke Connell were nominated. A motion was made nominations cease. A vote was taken by ballot vote. Matt Brown will fill the four-year term.

Nominations were taken for the two-year term position - Luke Connell and Jeremy Harris were nominated. A motion was made nominations cease. A vote was taken by ballot vote. Luke Connell will fill the two-year term.

Christmas projects were discussed. Providing fruit baskets for our local law enforcement and providing items of need to veterans were discussed. After getting more information we will decide what we will proceed with.

A discussion was held on taking up a special offering for Rose and Leonard Pyzer. Their home and livelihood were effected in the California fires. An offering plate will be placed in back next week.

A motion to adjourn was made by Chris Brown. A second was made by Sam Connell. Meeting adjourned.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

October 8, 2015

Meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell. Members present were Sam Connell, Jeremy Harris, Sarah Paxton and Pastor Jonathan Martino.

Pastor Jonathan gave a short bible study and Sam opened with prayer.

Minutes of the September meeting were read. A motion to approve was made by Sam and seconded by Jeremy. Motion carried.

Financial report was given by Treasurer, Sam Connell.

General Fund - $10,206.86

Building Fund - $10,432.02

Sam reported that beginning November 1, 2015 he will be transferring the monthly house payments of $155.00 from the general fund into the building fund. A motion to approve the financial report was made by Jeremy and seconded by Sarah. Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

The annual congregational meeting has been set for November 15, 2015. This will also include a Thanksgiving fellowship dinner.

A work day has been scheduled for Saturday, October 24 at 10:00. Congregation members are asked to come with projects in mind.

Pastor Jonathan’s house needs the bathroom ceiling fan replaced. Jonathan is looking into to repairing it.

Sam Connell made a motion to close out the CD that is currently at Lincoln Federal Savings. Mike Connell seconded. Motion carried. Sarah will prepare a letter to the bank to indicate the Board’s request to close it.

NEW BUSINESS:

The following dates were set for upcoming events:

Christmas Advent will begin November 29

Outreach/Family ministry Christmas cards to Nursing Home – December 6

Sunday School Christmas Program – December 13

Christmas Eve candlelight service – December 24

Discussion was held on incorporating By-laws to the Hall Church Constitution. Sam made a motion to table this until after the annual meeting. Jeremy seconded. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on pastor appreciation month and the current pastor salary. Sam made a motion to increase the Pastor’s salary by $50 to make it $1,400.00 a month. His traveling and insurance expense will increase by $50.00 to make it $500.00 effective November 1, 2015. Mike seconded. Motion carried.

Discussion was held on getting the Pastor property transferred to the church’s name and added to insurance. Sam will look into it.

Discussion was held on propane usage and who is responsible for checking the level. It was decided that a regular check will take place at each month’s board meeting.

Next meeting will follow the annual congregational meeting on November 15, 2015.

Jeremy made a motion to adjourn and Sam seconded.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

September 14, 2015

Meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell.

Members present were Sarah Paxton, Jeremy Harris and Jonathan Martino. Sam Connell was absent.

Pastor Jonathan gave a short bible study and Jeremy opened with prayer.

Minutes of the August meeting were read. A motion to approve was made by Jeremy and seconded by Mike. Motion carried.

Financial report was not given due to our Treasurer, being absent.

OLD BUSINESS:

Final Payment on the Pastors house and property in the amount of $5,000.00 will need to be made by September 30, 2015.

NEW BUSINESS:

Jeremy gave a report on student prayer partners and Sunday School classes.

Sarah reported that Ladies Bible Study will begin September 21.

Jonathan reported on the 517 prayer night and the monthly family study that has started.

The Annual Congregation Meeting was tentatively set for November 15, 2015.

A discussion was held on projects needing done on the church building. A work day will be schedule at the next board meeting.

The next meeting will be Thursday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Sarah made a motion to adjourn and Jeremy seconded. Meeting adjourned

HALL CHURH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

August 3, 2015 

Meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell at 1:30 p.m. Members present were Sam Connell, Sarah Paxton, Jeremy Harris and Pastor Jonathan Martino. Congregation members were invited to attend and there were 15 members present.

 Pastor Jonathan gave a short bible study and Jeremy Harris opened with prayer.

 Minutes of the July meeting were read. A motion to approve was made by Sam and seconded by Jeremy. Motion carried.

 A financial report was given by Sam Connell.

General Fund - $7,475.99

Building Fund - $15,475.76

The AJ Heating and Cooling bill has been paid in the amount of $4,787.91. This check was written out of the General Fund. Sam will transfer this amount from the building fund back into the General Fund because this was a building fund expense.

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Jeremy and seconded by Sarah. Motion carried.

 OLD BUSINESS:

 Discussion was held on the final payments and arrangements for the church taking possession of the Pastors house and property in Stapleton. There is one payment remaining of $350.00 for the month of August.   As stated in the Lease Purchase Agreement, a sum of $5,000.00 will be due to Donna Brown on or before September 30, 2015. Donna & Matt Brown informed the Board that the $155.00 monthly payments that are to be made for four years after September 30, 2015 are to be put back into the Church Building Fund. The Board thanked them for this gift to the church.

Discussion was held regarding the current open positions in the Church Board. At the Annual Congregational meeting there will be 3 spots open so members were asked to be thinking about who will be best to fill these positions.

 

Discussion was held on forming a process in which people can become formal members of the Hall Church.   Currently the church constitution states the following:

 

“All persons 18 years of age and older, who during the six months preceding any meeting of the congregation, have been in attendance at Hall Sunday School and worship services at least six times, and have contributed to the support of the Sunday School and Church services, and uphold Hall Church’s Doctrinal Statement, shall be eligible to vote.”

 

Board members and congregation members shared their opinions and ideas.

  

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Sam asked the Board if we would like to renew the CCLI license. This is a copyright license for information shared on our screen in the front of the church. Mike made a motion to renew the license for $113.00 and seconded by Sarah. Motion carried.

 

A discussion was held on purchasing a dehumidifier for the church basement. Donna Brown offer to donate one that she has.

 

Jeremy discussed with the Board about class transitions as the new school year approaches.

 

Jonathan and Ami asked the Board about input regarding Wednesday night bible study, Mens Night out, Fellowship Dinners and Outreach Ministry.

 

The next meeting will be on Monday, September 14 at 7:30.

 

Jeremy made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Sam seconded. Meeting adjourned

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

June 1, 2015

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were: Sam Connell, Sarah Paxton, Jeremy Harris and Pastor Jonathan Martino.  Jason Trimble absent.

 

Mike opened the meeting with a prayer.  Pastor Jonathan opened with a short bible study.

 

Pastor Jonathan presented the board with a resignation letter from Jason Trimble.  The board accepted his resignation effective June 1, 2015.

 

Minutes of the May, 2015 meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Jeremy and seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

 

A financial report was given by Sam Connell.

General Fund - $12,569.04

Savings Account - $15, 470.59

 

Bills to pay are furnace repair and microphone.

 

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Jeremy and seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Installation of the new furnace and air conditioner were completed.   The duct work to the nursery is not yet installed and the programmable thermostat needs to be replaced.  Pastor Jonathan contacted Brett of AJ Heating & Cooling to discuss this remaining work.

 

All future mail and correspondence will be sent to Pastor Jonathan’s address in Stapleton.  Any congregation members receiving mail for the church are encouraged to forward it on to Jonathan for address changes.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

There have been no bids for the building project turned in at this time.

 

Next meeting will be Monday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m.

 

Sarah made a motion to adjourn.  Sam seconded.  Motion carried.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

May 4, 2015

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were: Sam Connell, Jason Trimble, Sarah Paxton and Pastor Jonathan Martino.  Bevin Brown and Jeremy Harris were absent. 

 

Jason opened meeting with a prayer.

 

Minutes of the April 13, 2015 meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Jason and seconded by Sam.  Motion carried.

 

A financial report was given by Sam Connell.

General Fund - $17,735.19

Bills to pay are insurance, rent and missionary offering.

 

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Sarah, and seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Installation of the new furnace and air conditioner has started.    The duct work to the nursery is not yet installed.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Jason made a motion to add Sarah Paxton to any accounts at the Bank of Stapleton.  Mike seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Sarah made a motion to have all Hall Church mail and correspondence sent to Pastor Jonathan’s Stapleton address for consistency and consolidation.  Jason seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Next meeting will be Monday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m.

 

Mike made a motion to adjourn.  Sarah seconded.  Motion carried

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

March 9, 2015

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell at 7:10 p.m.  Members present were Bevin Brown, Sam Connell, Jason Trimble, Jeremy Harris, Pastor Jonathan Martino and Sarah Paxton.

 

Jeremy opened the meeting with prayer and Pastor Jonathan had a short bible study.

 

Minutes of the January 5, 2015 meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Sam and seconded by Jeremy.  Motion carried

 

A financial report was given by treasurer, Bevin Brown.

General Fund - $15,951.71

Building Fund - $15,449.93

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Sam and seconded by Jason.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

A tv has been purchased for Sunday School classrooms to use.

 

The church directory has been updated.   They will be printed and handed out to congregation members.

 

The church will be participating in outreach ministry by visiting Linden Court on March 22 at 3:00.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

Discussion was held regarding the building project.

 

Sam made a motion for board to prepare a questionnaire for congregation members to fill out regarding future plans of current building and/or future building.   Seconded by Bevin.  Motion carried.

Sarah will prepare the questionnaire and get to members via email.

 

Discussion was held regarding upkeep of current church building.

 

Sarah made a motion to get bids for replacing the furnace.  Sam seconded.  Motion carried.  Pastor Jonathan will be making calls to get bids.

 

Pastor Jonathan asked for the Board’s permission for a representative from Gideons International and Kevin Domes from Camp Bethel come and give a presentation to the congregation.  Pastor Jonathan will coordinate dates with them.

 

Easter Sunrise Service will be held Sunday, April 5 at 7:30 a.m.  Sam is responsible for the program.

 

Next meeting will be Monday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m.

 

Jeremy made a motion to adjourn meeting.  Mike seconded.  Meeting adjourned

 

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

January 5, 2015

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell at 7:10 p.m.  Members present were Bevin Brown, Sam Connell, Jeremy Harris, Jason Trimble, Sarah Paxton, Pastor Jonathan Martino.  Guests were Matt Brown, Carolee Brown and Ami Martino.

 

Bevin Brown opened the meeting with prayer and Pastor Jonathan had a short bible study. 

 

Minutes of the December 2 meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Jason and seconded by Sam.  Motion carried.

 

A financial report was given by treasurer, Bevin Brown:

General Fund - $11,545.48

Building Fund -  $15,149.93

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Sam and seconded by Jason.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

Matt Brown showed the Board the presentation the Building Committee will be presenting to the Hall church congregation the next two Sundays.  The presentation will be held immediately following church services.

 

Board members shared feedback received from church members regarding the cellphone booster.  Sam Connell made a motion to purchase the booster and keep the landline telephone.  Bevin Brown seconded.  Motion carried.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

Bevin Brown asked the board about purchasing a new tv for the Sunday School classrooms.  Mike made a motion for Bevin to purchase a tv.    Sam seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Sarah asked the Board about updating the church directory.  She will collect updated information from church members.

 

Pastor Jonathan and Ami asked for the Board’s permission to start a Women’s ministry and have asked Sarah to lead it.  Board agreed to getting a new ministry started.

 

Outreach ministry ideas were shared.  There will be an Outreach ministry meeting following services on January 11, 2015.

 

Next meeting will be Sunday, Febraury 1, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

Jason made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Jeremy seconded.  Meeting adjourned.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

December 2, 2014

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman, Sam Connell at 7:12 p.m.  Members present were Jason Trimble, Sarah Paxton, Jeremy Harris, Pastor Jonathan Martino and Bevin Brown.  Mike Connell absent.

 

Minutes of the November 2 and November 9 meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Jason and seconded by Bevin.  Motion carried.

 

The financial report was given by treasurer, Bevin Brown:

General Fund $10,333.78

Building Fund $15,149.93

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Jeremy. Seconded by Jason.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

Bevin informed Board of repairs that will be done on the Martino’s home as weather permits.

 

Discussion was held regarding the building committee presentation.  A motion was made by Sarah to have the committee give their presentation to the Board at the meeting on January 5 and present it to the congregation on January 11 and January 18, 2015.  Jason seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Discussion was held regarding the cell phone booster.  Board members will ask for feedback from the congregation members on whether to continue to use the booster.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

Pastor Jonathan gave an update on the military bible sticks the church is considering donating towards.

 

Several upcoming dates were presented to the Board including the following:

Christmas Program – December 14

Food Bank collection – December 14

Christmas Caroling – December17

Outreach Meeting – January 11

Family Fun Night in January – date to be determined

 

Discussion was held on getting a new print of the constitution and updated Doctrinal Statement.  Sarah will take care of getting a new printing.

 

Next meeting will be Monday, January 5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

 

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Jason.  Sam seconded.

Meeting adjourned.

ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

November 9, 2014

 

Meeting was called to order at 1:55 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.

 

Sarah Paxton, secretary, read the minutes of the 2013 meeting.  Tammy Harris made a motion to approve minutes and Sam Connell seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Ron Dobbins, treasurer provided a financial report to congregation members.  Bevin Brown made a motion to accept and Sam Connell seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Nominations for filling the board position were taken.  Bevin Brown was nominated.  No other nominations were made.  Bevin Brown was appointed as new board member.

 

The congregation was read the proposed addition to the Doctrinal Statement.  Members were asked to vote yes or no.  Yes is a vote to make the addition, No is a vote not to make the addition.  Ballots were handed out.  The vote passed unanimously with a Yes vote.

 

Pastor Jonathan presented the congregation with a new mission idea of providing Military Bible Sticks to soldiers.  The idea was well received and he will gather more information for the church to move forward on this project.

 

A discussion was held on a Christmas project.  The church will be collecting items for the homeless shelter again.  All items should be at the church by December 14.  Sarah will deliver items.

 

The church will again hand out Christmas treat bags.  Bags will be handed out after the Church Christmas program on December 14 and we will be filling 75 bags.

 

A cell phone booster has been installed at the church.  It has been installed on a trial basis.

 

Pastor Jonathan and Ami presented several outreach project ideas for the church to participate in.

 

A discussion was held regarding progress on the building addition.  The building committee will present the congregation with a new presentation on January 4, and January 11, of 2015.  The presentation will be made between the Sunday School and Church service.

 

A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Sam Connell and seconded by Matt Brown.

 

Meeting adjourned.

 

ANNUAL SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETING

November 9, 2014

 

Meeting called to order at 1:45 p.m. by Superintendent Sam Connell.

 

23 members present.

 

Jeremy Harris will now be Superintendent. Nominations for Assistant Superintendent were taken.  Sam Connell was nominated and appointed.

 

Secretary/Treasurer Linda Paxton presented the congregation with a financial report.

 

The following duties were assigned:

 

Sunday School Secretary/Treasurer – Linda Paxton

Adult Sunday School Teacher – Ron Dobbins

Senior High Teacher – Sadie Trimble

Junior High Teacher (7th & 8th grade) – Alice Lutes

Junior – (3rd – 6th grade) – Lorna Dobbins

Primary – (1st – 2nd grade) – Tina Connell

Pre-School – K – Donna Brown

Nursery – infants – Amber Sherwood

Musician – Tina Connell/Sadie Trimble

Bell Ringer – Corbin Miller/Colton Miller/Leyton Connell

Greeter – Pastor Jonathan/ Vernon Lutes, Honorary

Cheer Chairman – Linda Paxton

Special List – Carolee Brown

Cleaning/Snack List – Ami Martino

VBS Coordinator – Ami Martino/Carolee Brown

Communion – Carolee Brown

Church Décor – Sarah Paxton/Sadie Trimble

Prayer List – Tina & Mike Connell

 

Sunday School meeting adjourned 1:55 p.m.

 

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

NOVEMBER 9, 2014

 

The Hall Church Board met following the Annual Congregational meeting. Members present were as follows:  Mike Connell,  Sam, Connell, Sarah Paxton, Jason Trimble, Johnathan Martino.  New members were Bevin Brown and Jeremy Harris.

 

Sam Connell made a motion that Chairman and Secretary remain the same. Bevin seconded.  Motion carried.  Mike Connell will be Chairman and Sarah Paxton will be Secretary.

 

Nominations for Treasurer were taken. Bevin Brown was nominated and appointed Treasurer of the Board.  Bevin will take the necessary steps to become a signer on the account at Bank of Stapleton.

 

Next meeting will be December 1, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.

 

Jason made a motion to adjourn and Jeremy seconded. Motion carried.

 

Meeting adourned.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

November 2, 2014

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order by Chairman, Mike Connell at 7:05 p.m. Members present were Ron Dobbins, Sam Connell, Jason Trimble, Sarah Paxton and Pastor Jonathan Martino.  Jonathan opened with prayer and Jason had a short bible study.

 

Minutes of the October meeting were read. A motion to approve was made by Jason and seconded by Sam.  Motion carried.

 

The financial report was given:

            General Fund  $ 10,165.86

            Building Fund $ 15,149.93

A motion to approve the financial report was made by Sam and seconded by Sarah. Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

Discussions held on the following items:

Outreach Ministry

Annual Congregational Meeting Agenda

Building Committee

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

A leak continues to be a problem in the Martino home. Sarah made a motion for Jonathan to contact Steele’s roofing for an estimate on roof/vent repair.  Sam seconded the motion.  Motion Passed.

 

Sam Connell extended the Board’s appreciation to Ron Dobbins for his time on the church board.

 

Next Meeting will be held Monday, December 1, 2014.

 

A motion to adjourn was made by Sam. Seconded by Jason. Meeting adjourned.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

October 6, 2018

 

 The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were Sam Connell, Ron Dobbins, Jason Trimble, Sarah Paxton and Jonathan Martino.  Mike opened with prayer and Jason had a short bible study.

 

Minutes of the September meeting were read.  A motion to approve was made by Sam and seconded by Jason.  Motion carried.

 

The financial report was given by treasurer, Ron Dobbins.

General Fund:         $  9,500.67

Building Fund:        $14,147.78

Discussion was held regarding the September mission offering for the church’s youth group.  The offering totaled $447.00 and will remain in the General Fund and used as needed.  A motion to approve the financial report was made by Sam and seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Lighting in the sanctuary – Jonathan discussed options

Microphone update – Matt will be rewiring as needed

 

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

The Board read letters from three of our church youth that would like to attend purity camp.  Sam made a motion to pay each camper’s registration in the amount of $50.00.  Mike seconded.  Motion carried.

 

Pastor Jonathan asked Board for feedback on recent changes to church service. 

 

A discussion was held on ways for the church to do Outreach Ministry.

 

The annual congregational meeting and Thanksgiving fellowship dinner will be Sunday, November 9, 2014.  The Church Christmas program will be December 14, 2014.

 

Next meeting will be held on November 3 at 7:00p.m.

 

A motion to adjourn was made by Sam and seconded by Jason.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

September 8, 2014

 

The Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were Jason Trimble, Ron Dobbins, Sam Connell and Sarah Paxton.  Pastor Jonathan Martino absent.  Visitors were Bevin Brown, Matt Brown, Carolee Brown, and Sadie Trimble.  Ron opened with prayer and Jason had a short bible study.

 

Minutes of the August meeting were read.  A motion to approve the minutes was made by Sam and a second by Ron.  Motion carried.

 

The financial report was given by treasurer, Ron Dobbins.

Current Balances:     General Fund - $6,997.90

                                    Building Fund - $12,146.10

A motion was made by Jason to approve the financial reports, and seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

 

OLD BUSINESS:

 

Painting completed in bathrooms. 

West Campus window has been ordered.

Lighting in sanctuary is still being looked into.

 

NEW BUSINESS:

 

A discussion was held on purchasing a microphone for the church.  Jason made a motion to purchase an omni-directional microphone with appropriate cord to be funded out of the building fund.  Sam seconded.  Motion carried

 

Discussions were held on the following items:

Teacher meetings/training – Sadie Trimble will coordinate

Building addition

Completion of wiring for new projector/screen – Sam will talk to Luke

New memorial plaque – Bevin Brown will construct

 

The next board meeting will be Monday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m.

 

After a closing prayer, a motion to adjourn was  made by Ron.  Seconded by Mike.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

JULY 8, 2014

 

Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were Sam Connell, Pastor Jonathan Martino, Sarah Paxton, Ron Dobbins, Jason Trimble.  Sam opened the meeting with prayer.

Minutes of the June meeting were read.  A motion to approve the minutes made by Jason.  Seconded by Sam.  Motion carried.

A financial report was given by Treasurer, Ron Dobbins. 

Current Balances:  General fund:    $8,124.74

                                Building fund:   $1,855.76. 

Jason made a motion to approve the financial report, Sam seconded.  Motion carried.

Sam made a motion to put Pauline Shineman’s memorial money into the building fund.  Jason seconded.  Motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Repairs to be done –

            West Campus window & screen

            Screens replaced

            Paint & Trim in bathrooms

            Jonathan & Ami picture window

NEW BUSINESS:

 The July 27 fellowship dinner/informational meeting was discussed.  An agenda for the meeting will be posted in the foyer on the bulletin board.

 Jason let the board know that the CCLI permit is up for renewal.  This permit enables the church to display songs legally for the congregation.    Sarah made a motion to renew the permit.  Mike seconded.  Motion carried.

 A discussion was held concerning the Sunday School account balance.   Sam made a motion to announce this balance at church to the congregation.  Ron seconded.  Motion carried.

 A discussion was held regarding Men’s Night Out.

 A discussion was held regarding Children’s Church curriculum and who will be teaching it.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

June 2, 2014

 Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:20 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell.  Members present were Sam Connell, Pastor Jonathan Martino, Sarah Paxton, Ron Dobbins, Jason Trimble.  Ron opened with prayer and Jason gave a short bible study.

Minutes of the April meeting were read.  There was no meeting in May, that correction has been noted.  Motion to approve minutes was made by Sam.  Seconded by Jason.

A financial report was given by Treasurer, Ron.  Current balance of $7,369.58 in the general fund and  $1,855.02 in the building fund.  Sarah made a motion to approve the financial report, Sam seconded, motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

A discussion was held on when bathrooms will be finished, Jonathan will plan to paint the top portion and then Matt will finish the trim.  A toilet paper holder and side support bars are needed in the men’s bathroom as well.

NEW BUSINESS:

Broken window on the west campus building still needs fixed, as well as several  screens need replaced.  Sarah will look into getting them fixed.

Sam Connell has now been added to the church accounts.

Pastor Jonathan has speakers lined up to for June 22nd and June 29th at which time he will be on vacation. 

A discussion was held on when the church could have Doug and Jael Robitaille visit while they are back.  Sam made a motion to have an ice cream social on Wednesday, June 25, at 6:00 p.m.  Jason seconded.  Motion carried.

A basket dinner and informational congregation meeting regarding the possible addition to the doctrinal statement will be held on Sunday, July 27.

A discussion was held on adding a cellular service booster to the church.  Jason will look into it.

Jonathan and Amy will be doing the Family Fun Night in July.  Details to come.

A discussion was held on the missionary offering for June,  Basketball  Bible Camp.  It will be held before they are able to receive and use their missionary offering.  A motion was made by Sam to give $400.00 to Basketball Bible Camp to be held June 12 and 13.  Seconded by Mike.  Motion carried.

Next board meeting will be held Tuesday, July 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Motion to adjourn by Sam. Ron seconded.

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

April 7, 2014

 Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell. Members present were Sam Connell, Pastor Jonathan Martino, Sarah Paxton, Ron Dobbins and Jason Trimble. Sam opened with prayer and Jason Trimble gave a short bible study.

 Minutes of the March meeting were read. Motion to approve by Sam, seconded by Jason.

Motion carried.

Financial Report was given by treasurer, Ron Dobbins. Current balance is $9,261.26 in general fund and $600.00 in the building fund. Sarah made a motion to approve, Sam seconded, motion carried.

 OLD BUSINESS:

 Jonathan reported that the nursery has been painted and all that remains is the painting and trim in the bathroom.

 Matt Brown was given permission to purchase and install additional speakers to the back of the church.

 Sarah presented to the board some ideas for a welcome folder.

 NEW BUSINESS:

 There is a broken window in the West Campus building. It will be fixed.

 Board discussed pew bibles and decided it would be more convenient if bibles were placed in the pews, rather than in the back. Jason made a motion to purchase 12 more bibles. Sarah seconded. Motion carried.

 A discussion was held on who to add to the church accounts. Ron made a motion to add Sam Connell to all Hall Church bank accounts. Seconded by Mike. Motion carried

 Pastor Jonathan discussed what days he will be on vacation, possible dates of Vacation Bible School, sunrise service time and graduation quilt/bible presentation date.

 The next board meeting will be May 5 at 7:00 p.m.

 Ron made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Jason seconded.

Hall Church Board Meeting Minutes

March 9, 2014

Hall Church Board meeting was called to order at 7:20 p.m. by Chairman Mike Connell. Members present were Ron Dobbins, Sarah Paxton, Jason Trimble and Pastor Jonathan Martino. Sam Connell absent. Mike opened meeting with prayer and Jason gave a short bible study.

Minutes of the February meeting were read. Motion to approve by Jason, seconded by Ron. Motion carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron. Current balance is $9392.48. He reported that the projector project cost was $805.48. Most recent propane bill was $920.00. Memorial money was also recently received. Jason made a motion to approve, Mike seconded, motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Pastor Jonathan presented his final proposal for the addition to the doctrinal statement. He will include it in the Church Bulletin for congregation members to review.

Jason Trimble gave a report on the building committee. They have drawn up some more plan ideas. The committee is looking for another member.

Ron Dobbins reported on the Building/Church Improvement Fund. He will be opening this account and there will be two names required on the account

Jason Trimble reported that the nursery project is progressing.

A report was also given by Jason that the youth skating trip went very well and there was a good turnout.

Pastor Jonathan reported that Ami does have a curriculum she is using for the children's church and it is going well.

Sarah reported that she will be putting some things together for a welcome packet and finding another member for the Welcome committee.

NEW BUSINESS:

A discussion was held regarding the Lease/Purchase Agreement with Bevin and Donna Brown in regards to the Pastor's house in Stapleton.

A motion was made by Jason that Matt and Carolee Brown purchase the needed clear coat and paint for the swing set and rampand said amount will be reimbursed by the church. Ron seconded the motion. Motion carried.

A discussion as held on purchasing more speakers for the sanctuary.

Next board meeting will be April 7 at 7:00 p.m.

Sarah made a motion to adjourn. Jason seconded. Meeting adjourned. 

HALL CHURCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES

February 10, 2014

Hall Church board meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Chairman, Mike Connell. Members present were Ron Dobbins, Sam Connell, Sarah Paxton, Pastor Jonathan Martino, and Jason Trimble. Guests present: Luke Connell. Pastor Jonathan opened with prayer and Jason Trimble gave a short bible study.

Minutes of the January meeting were read. Motion to approve by Sam, seconded by Jason. Motion carried.

Financial Report was given by Ron Dobbins. Current balance is $9,406.61. Outstanding bills include lights and telephone. Jason made a motion to approve, Sam seconded, motion carried.

OLD BUSINESS:

Pastor Jonathan was asked to write up the statement he would like to add to the Church’s Doctrinal Statement. He will write it up and present it at the next Board meeting.

Jason Trimble gave a report from the Building Committee. The next meeting will be February 11 at Jason’s home.

Jason Trimble reported on the nursery remodel. Trim will be painted shortly and flooring put down.

Mike Connell reported that the Church work day on January 25 went well.

NEW BUSINESS:

Luke Connell and Pastor Jonathan presented the options for a new projector and screen to be installed in the sanctuary. Ron made a motion for Luke to purchase and install a new projector system for the church, spending no more than $1,000.00. Sam seconded. Motion carried. The old projector and screen will be moved downstairs to be used for Children’s Church.

Youth group will be taking a trip to Kearney for ice skating on February 15.

A discussion was held on opening a building fund/account. Sam Connell made a motion to set up a Building/Church Improvement Fund. Mike Connell seconded. Motion carried. This fund will be established for improvements made to our current church building as well as any new additions made to the church.

A discussion was held on the current size of the Nursery/Preschool class. With the approval of the current teacher, Donna Brown, and upon finding another teacher, it was decided that this class will be divided with the Preschool class meeting downstairs and the youngest children staying in the nursery.

The next board meeting will be Monday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Jason made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Sam seconded. Meeting adjourned.