History of the Campaign

Congregational Meeting June 25, 2006

Where we are… 
Considering a Capital Campaign

How We Got Here…

-Setting Goals for a 5 year plan 2000-2002
-During Program Board discussions in 2000-2002, dreams and visions for our church were shared. Church Council formed a committee to further consider these ideas and to set goals.

-The Future Foresight Task Force was formed in October 2002. Members included Peter Wiley, Sue Latourette, Alan Peck, Bev Robertson, Barbara Anderson, Larry Ruschmeyer, Al Miller and Jeremy Hutchinson.

-They established the Mission Statement that would guide their discussion. Each project must enhance our congregation’s ability to move forward, “As a community of Faith, seeking to follow Jesus and live the great commandment.”

- 4 focus areas were established. 
-Identity- These projects would help us define ourselves as Christians, and clarify our identity so we could embrace it. 

-Connections and Fellowship for all- This area focused on looking for ways to keep the church connected with new and old members, and to our community. 

-World Wide Mission Connection- This area would seek ways to have our local actions have far reaching impact. 

-Facilities- This discussion included all properties. Maintaining our buildings and assets, better utilization of space, and possible growth options were all considered. 

The Future Foresight Task Force presented their report at the Annual Meeting April, 2003.

Actions That Have Occurred Toward Goals

Many projects have been completed/begun, each helping us meet our goals.

-Air/Lift 2000 Project- (Identity, Fellowship, Facilities) 1999-2002

-Members included Nancy Vodra, Larry Vodra, Marsha Eggenberger, Valerie Martin.

-Air conditioning of Sanctuary and Office levels, Lift installed, and handicapped accessible bathroom on office level completed. $75,868 raised through a Capital Campaign, $26,881from Buildings and Grounds Fund. Total Project $102,749. Completed 2002.

-Cottage Project/Refugee Resettlement 1999-2004 (Identity, Fellowship, Mission, Facilities)

-Members included Walt Fisher, Laurie Matson, John Morrison, Liz DeLambert, Janet McGovern, Pat Brajnikoff, Melissa Timmerman, Peter Wiley, Sue Latourette, Hilmer Parson, Jim Degen, Walter Matson, Ron Geck, Bill Ward, Steve Sullivan, Bob Bergman, Dennis Stone, Ivan Park.

-Cottage was completely renovated utilizing volunteerism and donations.

-April 2004-April 2005- Cottage provided housing for Annie and Lloyd, 2 refugees from Liberia. Congregation provided support, education, fellowship, and transportation needs. 

-ONA Group formed March 2002 (Identity)

-ONA facilitators- Brian McGovern, Jeanine Hanewicz, Olivia Quinsland, John Lawlor, Walt Fisher, Robin Murphy.

-Committee formed in March of 2002 to help provide discussion and educational opportunities on the topic of being an Open and Affirming congregation and to create an ONA statement for the congregation to consider. 

-Statement Accepted May 2005

Actions towards Our Future Capital Campaign

-Formation Facilities Task Force Feb. 2004 (Facilities, Fellowship, Mission)

-Members included Barbara Anderson, Sue Davies, Sue Latourette, Bev Robertson, Brian McGovern, Laurie Matson, Olivia Quinsland, Dennis Stone, Ginny Van Horne, Marilyn Whittlesey.

- Formed to continue the work of the Future Foresight Task Force and Parsonage Task Force.

- This group identified our 4 current projects; Organ, Parsonage, Fellowship Hall, Mission.

-Kitchen Cabinet Committee Formed June 2005 (Facilities, Fellowship, Mission)

-Members include Alan Peck, Bob Lambert, Michael Anastas, Ginny Van Horne, Tom Eaker and Robin Murphy.

-Purpose of this group was to study the feasibility of conducting a Capital Campaign to accomplish goals. Four assessment teams formed to begin developing the plans for each project.

-Organ Assessment Team Feb 2006- Barbara Anderson, Jean Dorrell, Matt Goral, Dave Goral, Bob Lambert, Toni Sullivan Ginny Van Horne.

-Parsonage Assessment Team Feb 2006- Diana Anastas, Dave Honeyford, Laurie Matson, John Morrison, Ivan Park.

-Fellowship Hall Group April 2006- Alan Peck, Robin Murphy, Jeanine Hanewicz.

-Mission Component May 2006- Bill Robertson and our Church in Society Committee.

From the minutes of the Congregational Meeting 6/25/06

MOTION: (Diana Anastas/Gene Farrell) "to spend $10,000, which has already been raised, to conduct a feasibility study using the services of a consultant, to allow us to further research a Capital Campaign." All in favor. None opposed. None abstained.

From the minutes of the Congregational Meeting 12/10/06

MOTION: (Steve Sullivan/Mary Gallagher DeLucia) on the statement "to vote on the undertaking of the 250th Anniversary Campaign in 2007, with planning, implementation and solicitation to conclude by September 30, 2007. The financial goal of the campaign is $525,000." All in favor. None opposed. No abstentions.

From the minutes of the Congregational Meeting 1/14/07

Tom (Eaker) noted that since the congregational approval of the 250th Anniversary Campaign on December 10, 2006, a committee has been proposed. They are as follows:

     Nancy Vodra, Chairman
     Robin Murphy, Vice Chairman
     Bill Robertson, Honorary Chairman
     Walt Fisher, Communications Chairman
     Bev Robertson, Assignments Chairman
     Alan Peck, Recruitment Chairman
     Larry Vodra, Campaign Tracker/Treasurer

MOTION: (Mike Anastas/Mary Gallagher DeLucia) to "move to approve the committee as formed." All in favor. None opposed. None abstained.