Elders Meeting Minutes (December 6)

Central Church of Christ Elders Meeting 12-6-06
Present: Rex Allen Bill Carriger David Carriger Roger Hamm Jerry Myers Gary Souder

Meeting opened with presentation by Mark Barone about the work that has been accomplished this past year with Richard Brandow coming twice a month. All agreed it has been beneficial to have Richard's expertise available not only on regular visits to Topeka from Kansas City but to have him take phone calls in Kansas City and offer help over the phone. The compensation will stay the same for now with some possibility of an increase in the future.
Prayer with Mark led by Gary Souder.

Elders to meet with Dave and Braunice Jamieson Thursday night about placing membership at Central. They already have been a great asset to Central and we look forward to serving with them in the future. Dave is a manager at the Target distribution center and Braunice is a homemaker. They have two daughters, Tess (4) and Grace (6). Dave and Braunice have been very active in the work and worship at their congregation in California.

Steve Sofro met Gary Souder and two people Wednesday afternoon to look the Central building with the hope of moving a Spanish-speaking group of 160 members from a temporary worship facility to a building of their own. Steve is to follow up with an additional contact with them Thursday.

Jerry and Ron Bruening have discussed helping several families with holiday meals. Ron has been working with several individuals concerning financial assistance.

Discussed a time to visit with the Danny and Robin Packer family about placing membership.

Reclaiming sheep and shepherding calls report.

DeLeons have concerns for an Oklahoma family.

Date set to meet with Rob and Sharon Easterling about developing our library. Dec 20th was the date that was agreed upon. David is to contact them.

The young professional class taught by David Carriger is adopting a family for Christmas.

An "honor to whom honor is due" project to be announced Sunday. This will give the congregation an opportunity to honor one or more individuals that have been an inspiration to others.

It was noted that we still need to visit with Edward Zirkle concerning becoming a part of the Central family.

Discussion was held about a funding plan for the new building to be presented to the deacons next Tuesday evening.

Closing prayer: David Carriger

Adjourned 10:15