Collierville Christian Church. Congregational Meeting December 14, 2014

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1 Collierville Christian Church Congregational Meeting December 14, 2014

2 Meeting Agenda 1) 2015 Proposed Budget 2) Visioning Update/Strategic Plan Progress 3) Discussion regarding worship schedule 4) Charge (Change) for the coming year 5) Questions/Good & Welfare

3 SHOW ME THE MONEY!! (Consideration of the Budget)

4 2013 Review through October 19, % Summary 69,970 24% 38, % 159,478 56% Personnel Mortgage Property All other $327,381 Total Budget Spending through October - $287,332 6% abovebudget

5 2014 Through October 22,675 8% Summary 65,628 22% 41,845 14% 167,711 56% Personnel Mortgage Property All other $355,448 Total Budget Spending through October - $297, % under budget

6 Comments on 2014 Expenses All departments were under budget for the year to date other than Worship Committee (expenses for contemporary worship) and Property. Property overage primarily due to MLGW ($6.3k), Lawn Care, scheduled maintenance and increase on insurance. We did not use any of our capital funds this year. Our income this year is approximately 3% over projected (pledges typically 80% of anticipated/budget income). We are currently in the black by $11,226 (end of October). November was a 5 Sunday month. Mortgage costs are lower due to refinancing the note.

7 SHOW ME THE NUMBERS!!

8 CASH BALANCES 300, , , , , ,221 46, , ,000 9,431 29,011 33,738 43,776 67,854 Operational Earmarks Capital 50, , , ,

9 Update for November The November financials are not particularly encouraging: Income was $11.5k under budget Expenses were $6k less than budgeted So we lost ground by $5.5k, and are just under $6k positive for the year. We have increased earmarked funds to $76k We have slight decrease in operational funds to $40.5k Capital Fund is back up to $124k We have had negative months since August 2014.

10 Assumptions for 2015 Budget VERY few adjustments in the budget from 2014 to 2015: Increased personnel costs (Increase Youth Director time/rate, and allow for $4,000 bonus funds for staff, should a good year be evident by summer Increase for worship band coordinator offset by no worship leader salary. Anticipated increase in property expenses (HVAC). Increased budget for MLGW bills anticipated. Decrease in office supplies and in mortgage payments. How are the pledges looking, and what are the totals? pledges totaling $262, pledges totaling $298,990 (14% increase!) pledges totaling $225,630 (24% decrease!) Many who pledged last year have yet to turn in pledges. We generally assume that pledges are approximately 80% of our income.

11 2015 Proposed Budget Overall budget for 2014 was $366,448. We are attempting to budget conservatively, and are asking for a 2015 budget of $370,515. The budget would represent a 1.1% increase over the 2014 budget. Obviously, we are hopeful of surpassing our budget, being able to provide bonuses and expand programs. Many earmark gifts this past year, which have been helpful and will be used as requested. Growth in numbers will allow additional growth in programs.

12 2015 Budget for Collierville Christian Church The Administrative Board recommends that the Congregation adopt the 2015 budget as proposed. Any questions are welcome at this time.

13 Visioning Update/Strategic Plan

14 Prior to ) Leadership Meeting 2) Visioning Process church wide 3) Future Story accepted by congregation 4) Conversion of Future Story into Short, Medium and Long Term Goals 5) To begin Implementation Plan ) Strategic Planning Guidance Laura Seed, Rob Smith, Lucy Phillips Any questions?

15 2014 Strategic Planning Activity 1) Six year and One year strategic plan for Board Reaffirmation 2) Worship Environment & Technology Task Force 3) SOAR Stewardship Of Accumulated Resources established and Permanent Endowment Committee re-established 4) Youth, Adult Education Teams Chosen 5) Capitol Fund Feasibility Task Force Appointed

16 2014 Strategic Activity (cont d) 7) Worship Style & Time Task Force Report 8) Administrative Board and Elders review report and make recommendation for consideration 9) Small Groups Coordinator appointed 10) AMP (Annual Meeting Planning) held 11) Hospitality Task Force Provides Report 12) Began Fellowship of the 12 under Linda Strong s leadership (starting with 4) 13) Fall Stewardship Campaign 14) 2015 Budget

17 2015 Strategic Objectives 1) Grow worship attendance from , participation from 275 to 315, and start 4 new small groups 2) Begin Fellowship of the Twelve lay leader development 3) Complete a Campus Master Plan 4) Continue review and development of governance as needed 5) Conduct a capital campaign 6) Begin preparation to call associate pastor

18 Worship Schedule Based on the Leadership Luncheon, Future Story, Strategic Planning by the congregation as a whole, it was determined that we needed to experience growth to have better functioning programs, and to fulfill our perceived need within the community. Worship Exploration Team reported that, of those churches experiencing growth, there were several key behaviors/activities that the had in common. Some of these will likely never be pursued as it would significantly interfere with the identity of the congregation AND the denomination.

19 Worship Schedule There were two key observations that the board, and later the elders, thought we COULD address, if desired.: The majority are having most growth in contemporary service The majority are having most growth in 11 AM service. We know that those mainstream churches, such as those Disciples of Christ Congregations who are growing, demonstrate growth in the Contemporary Service, or in a Blended Service. (combining contemporary and traditional worship) This led the administrative board and elders to the unanimous recommendation.

20 Worship Schedule The Administrative Board, followed by the Elders, unanimously recommended that the congregation consider switching the times of the two services we now have, eventually having both services held in the main sanctuary. We indicated that no final decision had been made. We circulated a list of reasons to consider this change. There has been considerable discussion reported, with some areas of difficulty. We were asked to all think about it, pray about it and come to this meeting prepared to discuss.

21 Worship Schedule The board and elders were very much aware that this consideration is NOT based upon the preferences of all of the people who attending. It is a willingness for the congregation to effect change that all indications are would be a great tool to help with our growth. It is not the only way toward growth. Growth is not the only consideration. This is NOT the only change that we would need to initiate, if we are to grow. Churches either grow, or they diminish they do not stay the same. Which way are we going right now?

22 SHOW ME THE GRAPHS!!

23 Nov 2012 Oct AM avg 9 AM actual 11 AM avg 11 AM actual 0

24 Nov 2013 Oct AM avg 9 AM actual 11 AM avg 11 AM actual 0

25 SHOW ME THE NUMBERS!! Average Weekly Attendance Nov 2012 Oct 2013 Praise Service 61 (49.6% of total attendance) Traditional Service 62 (50.4% of total attendance) Average Weekly Attendance Nov 2013 Oct 2014 Praise Service 56.5 (47% of total attendance) Traditional Service 63.5 (53% of total attendance) Total Year-over-year change Praise Service 7.3% Traditional Service 2.7% Overall effect 2.0%

26 Worship Schedule AGAIN, NO VOTE TODAY! Discussion (Secretary, please take notes). Do you agree/disagree that moving the contemporary service to 11 AM is a positive step toward our objective of growing God s church? To accomplish this, what adjustments would you have to make and would you be willing to make them? The Administrative Board and Elders will take all comments/concerns under consideration for discernment. Please continue to consider this, and pray about this.

27 2014 A Banner year for CCC! Dr. Buck has made himself known to us and all of the community, and is leading us in a positive direction. Our youth coordinator has an uncanny way with our youth, and will now be able to spend more time with them. Ken is a great added benefit (and Belle). (Remember Scholarship Fund) Kirsten Shelton is ABSOLUTELY the efficient, personable church secretary we have been needing. (Welcome!) Sheryl and Rusty lead our worship in music without the considerable thanks that we SHOULD be giving them. Our numbers, particularly in the contemporary service in the last two months, has been showing growth. We all sense great new things happening consistent with our Strategic Plan CAN be even better, as long as we are willing to sacrifice our time, talents, money and comfort zones to make it happen!

28 Change If we had no change, we would stay in Things change that we have no control over: Last Congregational Meeting for the Seeds and the Smiths, which further affects the Celebration Service, and our congregation as a whole. Who will step up? A newcomer? Someone who retired but is ready and willing to work again? We are showing many areas of positive improvements, which is good we must change or our current pattern will continue. We have the potential to grow, to become a more dynamic congregation if we are just willing to do it (and not just let it happen.)

29 Good & Welfare Questions/Comments Please do not hesitate to ask any further question you may have. Please feel free to visit any administrative board meeting they are completely open. Find the good, and Praise it! Any other questions?

30 Collierville Christian Church Congregational Meeting December 14 th, 2014