Free Church Conference Meeting Minutes

I. Meeting Details

• Date: April 15, 2054

• Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

• Location: Grace Fellowship Hall

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II. Attendees

• Present:

  • Rev. John Smith (Chairperson)

  • Deaconess Sarah Johnson

  • Elder Michael Brown

  • Sister Mary Adams

• Absent:

  • Brother David Lee

III. Opening

• The meeting was called to order by Rev. John Smith at 9:00 AM.

IV. Devotional

• A prayer for guidance and unity was led by Rev. John Smith.

V. Approval of Previous Minutes

• The minutes from the previous meeting held on March 20, 2054, were reviewed and approved as presented. They highlighted the fruitful discussions surrounding community outreach programs and fundraising efforts.

VI. Agenda Review

• The agenda for the current meeting was reviewed and approved.

VII. Reports

• Pastor's Report:

  • Rev. John Smith provided updates on recent church activities and upcoming events. He highlighted the success of the recent youth retreat, emphasizing the positive impact it had on the spiritual growth of the attendees. Additionally, he shared plans for an upcoming community service project aimed at assisting families in need within the local area. Members expressed gratitude for the pastor's leadership and dedication to fostering a sense of community within the congregation.

• Financial Report:

  • Deaconess Sarah Johnson presented the financial report, detailing the church's current financial standing and budget allocations. She discussed the importance of stewardship and encouraged members to continue supporting the church through their tithes and offerings. Members were pleased to see transparency in the financial management of the church and expressed confidence in the stewardship of their contributions.

VIII. Old Business

• Discussion of the church renovation project continued from the previous meeting.

IX. New Business

• Easter Sunday Service Planning:

  • The upcoming Easter Sunday service was a focal point of discussion in the new business segment. Various aspects of the service were deliberated, including music selection, sermon topics, and special presentations. Sister Mary Adams proposed incorporating a choir performance to enhance the worship experience, which received enthusiastic support from other members.

• Youth Ministry Initiatives:

  • Elder Michael Brown introduced a proposal for expanding the church's youth ministry programs. He outlined plans for weekly youth gatherings focused on spiritual growth, fellowship, and community outreach. The proposal sparked a lively discussion, with members offering suggestions for activities and outreach opportunities. The consensus was to proceed with the implementation of the expanded youth ministry initiatives, with Elder Michael Brown appointed as the lead coordinator.

X. Decisions and Resolutions

• Decision 1: The church will proceed with the renovation project as proposed.

• Resolution 1: Elder Michael Brown will coordinate volunteers for the Easter service setup.

XI. Action Items

XII. Announcements

• The church picnic is scheduled for May 5th at Greenfield Park.

XIII. Adjournment

• The meeting was adjourned by Rev. John Smith at 11:00 AM. The next meeting is scheduled for May 10, 2054, at 9:00 AM in Grace Fellowship Hall.

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