Yates Baptist Church business minutes archive

Quarterly meeting following worship. Approved December 2000 minutes. Addressed membership transfers and routine committee reports. No major financial or facility actions recorded.

Special called meeting to adopt the 2003 unified budget. Recognized retiring Treasurer Bob Wilmarth with thanks and standing ovation. Approved Finance Committee’s motion for unified preschool and church program budget.

Regular business meeting. Approved financial reports, granted membership letters, and created a Missions Council. Designated Lucien Roughton Architects for renovation project. Reported on Mobilizing to Build Campaign committees.

Quarterly meeting. Approved financial reports, affirmed Krissy Snyder’s call to divinity school, debated purchase of a 15-passenger minibus, and authorized renovation contract of up to $1.8 million with long-term financing capped at $600,000.

Called meeting. Considered WEE Committee’s preschool expansion, authorized purchase of adjacent property for parking, and reviewed sanctuary design proposals including carpet, upholstery, and window replacement. Deferred final window decision to future meeting.

Quarterly meeting. Approved September financial reports, elected messengers to Baptist association and state meetings, approved sanctuary renovation plans under Honoring God’s House, and licensed Weekday Early Education expansion to serve children from birth to age five.

Regular meeting. Approved transfers of membership, financial reports, and committee nominations. Approved ordination of Jeff Prince, chaplaincy endorsement for Shay Crenshaw, funding for Rio Grande Valley mission trip, and capital repairs and music equipment purchases. Received updates on Honoring God’s House construction and denominational issues.

Regular meeting. Approved membership transfer and prior minutes. Formed Team 24/7 for church health and growth. Approved revised bylaws. Accepted financial reports. Elected messengers for Baptist conventions. Authorized sale of 15-passenger van. Heard proposal to host Karen refugee family with Lutheran Family Services.

Regular meeting. Approved membership letter and financial reports. Long Range Facilities Planning Committee considered architect change and possible property purchase. Team 24/7 continued ministry assessments. Mission Council announced Operation Inasmuch 2008. Approved support for arriving Karen refugee family.

Quarterly meeting. Approved membership transfers and financial reports. Transitioned LRFPC responsibilities, created Parking Ad Hoc Committee, and approved $40,000 foundation repairs. Team 24/7 continued ministry assessments. Finance Committee reviewed giving options.

Quarterly meeting. Approved transfers and financial reports. Created part-time Minister of Children position (effective Jan 2009). Heard updates from Team 24/7, Parking Ad Hoc Committee, and House & Grounds on Education Building repairs. Approved Cub Scout charter and mileage reimbursement increase.

Called meeting. Approved 2008–2009 Sunday School teachers and officers. Combined Crossroads and Quest classes, Friendship absorbed by Rosie Hampton Class. No further business; adjourned after mission team reports.

Regular meeting. Approved membership transfer and financial reports. Prepared for Team 24/7 report. Received Flower Committee update on rose relocation. Approved revised student minister job description and search committee. Parking Ad Hoc Committee tabled motion on Parham property purchase. Elected messengers to association and state conventions.

Regular meeting. Approved 2009 committee roster, deacon slate, and budget. Discussed CDC scholarship line item. Approved Team 24/7 recommendations. Authorized Parking Ad Hoc Committee to secure Parham property option for $1,500 with purchase consideration at $97,000.

Regular meeting. Approved transfers and financial reports. Approved hiring Richard Wood as interim Minister of Students and Recreation. Received update on Parham property option and parking lot planning. Discussed Personnel Committee plans for assistant hire.

Regular meeting. Approved transfer of Jeff Prince’s membership. Financial reports showed offerings down from prior year. Received Parking Ad Hoc Committee update. Deacons recommended revisiting long-range visioning in 2011 following Team 24/7 implementation and parking lot improvements.

Called meeting. Approved hiring of LeAnne Spruill as Minister of Students and Recreation, effective July 5, 2009, with compensation package of approximately $44,770. Motion passed overwhelmingly (153 for, 2 against, 3 abstentions).

Regular meeting. Approved minutes. Treasurer reported on financial shortfall and requested loan extension. Finance Committee noted budget deficit of $34,688. Announced August 2 called meeting to extend Cardinal State Bank note. Stewardship Team emphasized debt retirement and planned August 22 banquet. Heard Team 24/7 highlights.

Called meeting. Approved Finance Committee recommendation to extend Cardinal State Bank note for three months to allow Stewardship Team’s campaign to raise funds toward debt reduction. Motion passed by show of hands.

Regular meeting. Approved 2009–2010 Sunday School teachers and leaders list as presented by the Nominating Committee. No additional business reported.

Called meeting. Approved one-time taxable health insurance reimbursement adjustments for ministers and CDC staff. Finance Committee estimated cost of $9,291. Reported $37,000 debt payment, $24,000 cash on hand, and additional pledges toward debt retirement. Deacon recommendation forms announced.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes and multiple membership transfers. Reviewed church and CDC financial reports, noting CDC losses. Elected messengers to Yates Association and NC Baptist State Convention. No new business beyond elections.

Called meeting. Approved Finance Committee recommendation to secure $350,000 loan from Cardinal State Bank at 6.75% fixed rate, amortized over 12 years, with intent to repay in 5 years via additional principal payments. Authorized deacon officers to execute documents.

Annual meeting. Approved 2010 committee roster, deacon slate, and budget. Expressed appreciation to Treasurer Bob Wilmarth for many years of service. Recognized staff service during challenging year. No other business recorded.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes. Treasurer presented financial report. Denominational Relations Committee recommended changes to Plan C giving percentages. Personnel Committee reported John Frederick’s planned sabbatical and ongoing insurance review. Update on Parham property and Worship Team exploration of multiple services. Pictorial Directory delivery noted.

Regular meeting. Approved transfer requests and financial reports. Nominating Committee added members to Extension, Chrismon, and WEE committees. Approved purchase of 2831 Chapel Hill Road property for $97,000 via Cardinal State Bank loan. Approved John Frederick’s sabbatical, new health insurance plan, and Severe Weather Policy.

Called meeting. Confirmed Ryan Saunders for ministerial assistance program. Approved beginning a second worship service at 8:30 a.m. starting fall 2010. Approved financing Parham property through member loan with 5% interest over five years. Both motions passed by strong margins.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes. Treasurer reported estate gift from Doris Parrish. Confirmed purchase of Parham property, with recommendation to begin parking use. Reported designated estate gifts for debt reduction, Bethany Joy Class, and unrestricted funds.

Regular meeting. Approved 2010–2011 Sunday School leaders. Authorized $42,400 Family Life Center roof replacement funded from Parrish estate. House & Grounds noted oak tree removal. Approved upgrading Children’s Ministry to full-time ministerial staff, effective Jan 2011, by ballot vote (66–18).

Regular meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer presented church and CDC financial reports. Heard report from Don Gordon on Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Elected messengers to NC Baptist State Convention and Yates Association. Received 24/7 update on second worship service and committee review. Roof repairs reported in progress.

Annual meeting. Approved 2011 committee roster and deacon slate. Authorized House & Grounds repairs, Finance Committee use of Parrish gift, and 2011 budget discussion. Expressed gratitude for staff and committee service.

Called meeting. Approved the 2011 church budget by voice vote following prior discussion at earlier meetings. No additional business recorded.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported Parrish gift allocation and Bob Wilmarth’s resignation after 40 years as Treasurer. WEE Committee clarified CDC status. Approved ordination of Rich Goodier. Reported new church email system and guidelines.

Called meeting. Approved Finance Committee recommendation to use Parrish estate gift to retire debts with Cardinal State Bank and private loan for Chapel Hill Road property. Motion passed with minimal opposition.

Quarterly meeting. Approved membership transfers and financial report. Established new “Growing God’s House” account for future facility growth. Reallocated 2011 budget funds after debt retirement to cover demolition of Chapel Hill Road houses and replenish Building Reserve Fund.

Special called meeting. Approved Nominating Committee recommendation to elect the search committee for Minister of Students and Recreation. Youth representatives included. Motion passed unanimously.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes. Treasurer presented reports. Finance Committee established charitable endowment through NC Baptist Foundation using Knowles family memorial gift. Personnel and Search Committees updated on Minister of Students position. House & Grounds reported facility work. WEE Committee celebrated continued five-star rating and certifications.

Regular meeting. Approved membership transfers and Sunday School leader slate. Adopted revised job description for Minister of Students and Recreation and duties for interim. Approved recommendation letter for Biju Chacko’s doctoral admission. Announced election for Deacon Nominating Committee.

Special called meeting. Approved hiring Julia Johnson as part-time interim Minister of Students at $1,100 per month, funded from unspent compensation budget. Motion passed unanimously.

Regular meeting. Approved minutes and financial reports. Announced family meeting for 2012 budget. Approved hiring Duke Divinity School pastoral intern. Updated committee handbook language. WEE Committee presented CDC mission statement for later vote. Announced deacon nomination process underway.

Annual meeting. Approved 2012 committee roster and deacon slate. Finance Committee presented 2012 budgets for church and CDC, noting increased giving. Budget and nominations passed unanimously. Discussed expanded bookkeeping services through Trinity Concepts.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported strong 2011 revenues exceeding budget, full debt retirement, and restricted fund balances. Approved Katie Medlin as Campbell Divinity candidate. Nominating Committee restructured Preschool and Children’s Ministry into one committee.

Called meeting. Approved hiring Daniel M. Steis as Minister of Students, with salary and benefits package totaling approximately $45,113. Start date set for February 22, 2012. Motion passed unanimously by ballot vote.

Called meeting. Approved unbudgeted expenses not to exceed $10,000 for moving and recruitment costs related to hiring Daniel M. Steis as Minister of Students. Expenses included moving, background check, and January visit. Passed unanimously.

Quarterly meeting. Approved membership transfer and minutes. Treasurer presented church and CDC reports. Finance Committee revised 2012 budget for staff corrections and custodian position. Approved property improvements and Facilities Planning Team creation. Approved ordination of Kyle Bauman.

Quarterly meeting. Approved membership transfer and financial reports. Adopted new Designated Gifts and Building Reserve policies. Amended budget to fund Ministry Assistant overlap. Approved CDC mission statement. Filled vacancy on WEE Committee. Facilities Planning Team finalized membership.

Called meeting. Amended 2012 budget by $2,000 to fund divinity student internship. Approved Caitlin Jones, Campbell University Divinity School student, as intern for fall semester. Motion passed unanimously.

Quarterly meeting. Approved membership transfers and minutes. Treasurer reported strong finances and preparation of 2013 budget. Approved election procedure for association and state convention messengers.

Regular meeting. Nominating Committee formed Interim Pastor Search Committee and presented 2013 committee slate. Finance Committee presented 2013 unified budget, which was approved. Members urged to serve during pastoral transition.

Called meeting. Approved Pastor Search Committee membership. Approved deacon slate for 2013–2015 term. Both motions passed unanimously. No other business recorded.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported strong 2012 finances and positive giving analysis. Personnel Committee outlined staff support during pastoral transition. Interim Pastor Search Committee narrowed candidates. Pastor Search Committee organized. Facilities Planning Team launched input phase. Deacons initiated Safe Sanctuary policy.

Called meeting. Approved call of Dr. Andrew H. Wakefield as Interim Pastor by 97.7% ballot vote. Compensation set at $850/week plus travel reimbursement. Interim Pastor Search Committee members recognized. Congregation welcomed Dr. Wakefield and family.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported revenues and expenses below target. Pastor Search Committee reduced candidate pool to ~60. Facilities Planning Team identified priorities. Deacons approved ordination of Aaron Brooks. Personnel amended Youth Minister budget. Safe Sanctuary framework in progress.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfer. Treasurer reported favorable finances and estate gift. Pastor Search Committee narrowed to two candidates. Deacons adopted new scheduling policy and Safe Sanctuary framework. Approved $30,000 feasibility study. Nominating Committee revised Recreation Council duties.

Regular meeting. Approved Nominating Committee slate of Sunday School teachers and leaders for 2013–14. Recognized current leaders for service. No further business recorded.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfer. Treasurer reported strong finances and CDC reserve. Safe Sanctuary Team presented draft procedures for review. Personnel introduced Amy Blevins as new divinity intern. Facilities Planning Team engaged DTW Architects for feasibility study. Deacons designated $25,000 estate gift allocation. Elected messengers to association and state conventions.

Annual meeting. Approved Safe Sanctuary Procedures Manual. Elected six new deacons and approved 2014 committee slate. Adopted unified 2014 church/CDC budget. Meeting closed without further business.

Called meeting. Pastor Search Committee recommended calling Rev. Christopher Andrew Ingram as Senior Pastor. Approved by 96.2% ballot vote. Compensation package of $84,000 with benefits and relocation allowance up to $15,000 adopted. Congregation welcomed Rev. Ingram and family.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported strong 2013 finances with surplus. Nominating Committee eliminated Denominational Relations Committee, added Nicole Bland to Hospitality, and restructured Transportation Committee. Personnel budget amendment tabled.

Called meeting. Pastor Search and Personnel Committees jointly recommended adoption of covenant with Rev. Christopher Ingram and new Senior Pastor Ministry Description. Both motions passed unanimously.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported strong finances and reserves. Heard CDC updates on enrollment, diversity, and accreditation efforts. Deferred adoption of Personnel Manual after discussion. Approved Jane Williams as Outreach Director, committee updates, and $1,000 gift honoring Dr. Andrew Wakefield. Adopted phased tithing-to-missions resolution.

Called meeting. Deacons recommended advancing Facility Plan 2 design and permitting with $200,000 from Growing God’s House. Authorized Financial Planning Team and Ad Hoc Committee for oversight. Motion to amend for sanctuary preservation failed. Original motion passed after silent prayer.

Quarterly meeting. Treasurer reported receipts trailing budget but strong reserves. Approved ACS upgrade funding. Nominating Committee updated Finance Handbook and presented Sunday School slate. Personnel Committee secured Duke Divinity intern support and adopted Personnel Policies sections. Approved House & Grounds procedures and Danny Steis’s ordination.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and transfers. Treasurer reported steady finances. CDC celebrated NAEYC accreditation. Deacons formed Financial Planning Team. Nominating Committee named Facilities Development Implementation Committee. Finance approved $12,000 for wireless microphones. Personnel designated Steis housing allowance. Deacons named Safe Sanctuary Review Team. Elected messengers to association and state conventions.

Annual meeting. Approved new phone system purchase. Adopted 2015 committee slate and elected new deacons. Added members to Facilities Ad Hoc Communications Team. Approved 2015 church/CDC budgets with conservative projections and personnel adjustments. CDC confirmed strong financial health and staff market adjustments.

Quarterly meeting. Approved October and November 2014 minutes. Treasurer reported positive 2014 cash flow despite lower receipts. Approved revisions to Committee Handbook, Personnel Manual updates, and Missions Council leadership report. Facilities Development Implementation Committee updated on Plan 2 schematic design and timeline.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and transfers. Authorized $4,000 per semester for 2015–16 ministry intern. Treasurer noted over $1 million in assets and $172,000 in building reserve. Added Marilyn Haithcock to Teller Committee. Missions Council reported on “One Need” trial program, showing significant benevolence impact.

Called meeting. Congregation voted on Ad Hoc Facility Development Team’s renovation proposal (Plan 2). Silent prayer preceded ballot vote. Motion passed 122–40. No discussion offered before vote. Meeting adjourned at 12:19 PM.

Quarterly meeting. Approved April and May 2015 minutes. Treasurer announced upcoming online giving. Missions Council reported 44 need requests with $7,900 aid through One Need. Finance approved amended CDC budget. Personnel approved ministry description updates. Nominating updated teachers and committees. Approved Amy Blevins for ordination.

Called meeting. Approved Nominating Committee motion appointing Russ Medlin as Chair of the Ad Hoc Facilities Development Committee. No discussion. Meeting adjourned after one minute.

Quarterly meeting. Approved August and September minutes. Granted membership transfers. Capital Campaign Committee enlisted Walsh & Associates; feasibility study to begin, with pledge culmination April 10, 2016. Treasurer reported $263,000 in Growing God’s House. Facilities Development report postponed.

Quarterly meeting. Deferred approval of November 2015 minutes. Approved membership transfers. Treasurer reported $731K income, $653K expenses, $77K surplus in 2015. Capital Campaign kickoff January 6, 2016 with Walsh & Associates; goal to culminate June 12, 2016. Facilities and CDC planning updates. Online giving launched with 27 users and $14K raised.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes. Construction updates: sanctuary demolition October 2016, move to gym for 9–12 months. Elevator ordered. Parking permit pending. Nominating launched trial for committee structure. Deacons formed Early Service Review Team. Treasurer reported $1.2M cash/investments, $17K deficit. Approved Construction Finance Committee and Sunday School leaders.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and membership transfers. Treasurer reported downward revenue trajectory but $1.2M in assets. Finance set 2017 budget at $735K (5% growth over expenses, 8% lower than 2016). Construction Finance Team outlined debt projections ($1.8–2.3M). Approved Safe Sanctuary Team and elected convention messengers.

Annual meeting. Adopted 2017 church and CDC budgets (8% decrease, salaries flat). Authorized loan agreements up to $2.5M for construction. Approved 2017 committee slate and deacon elections. Construction report noted CT Wilson engagement and project budget reconciliation.

Quarterly meeting. Approved October and November 2016 minutes. Treasurer reported $678K receipts, $670K expenses, $1.5M balance sheet, and CDC deficit of $67K. Building updates included sanctuary ceiling proposal, HVAC changes, and interior design plans. Finance Team explored $2.8M loan options. Approved FADIC leadership and new committee members.

Called meeting. Approved $2.8M loan from NC Baptist Foundation at 4.9% over 25 years. Discussed terms, reassessments, and prepayment flexibility. Deacons recommended continuation of 8:30 a.m. service with ministerial flexibility and growth strategy. Motion to table failed; deacons withdrew motion. Financing motion passed 100–2.

Quarterly meeting. Approved minutes and transfers. Treasurer reported $19K deficit and CDC break-even. Growing God’s House pledges exceeded $1M. Pastor Ingram introduced worship, reconciliation, teaching, and healing ministries. Safe Sanctuary annual review led to new emergency planning. Construction updates included sanctuary, HVAC, and parking progress.

Quarterly meeting. Approved April and August 13 minutes. Treasurer reported $500K cash, 2017 budget projection ~$700K. Construction on schedule; sanctuary dedication planned for November 19, 2017. Nominating approved Sunday School slate. Deacons moved annual meeting to Dec. 3, 2017, and formed Emergency Planning Ad Hoc Committee.

Quarterly meeting. Approved transfers and minutes. Treasurer reported balanced CDC, declining church revenues, $1.9M debt, and Growing God’s House pledges at 75%. Pastor Ingram introduced leadership teams: Minister of Music Search and Visioning. Nominating added Outreach Director, Worship Away Committee, and Visioning Team.

Quarterly meeting. Treasurer reported $21K deficit, $424K liquid assets, and $1.928M loan balance. Visioning Team held community conversations and worship feedback. Minister of Music Search prepared job posting. House & Grounds reported ongoing projects and fundraisers. Licensed Tarvick Linder and elected Gloria Grogan as convention messenger.

Quarterly meeting. Approved October and November minutes. Treasurer reported $725K income, $681K expenses, $43K surplus; $1.7M loan converted to term loan. Visioning Team announced February dialogue sessions. Music Search Committee advanced to onsite interviews. Discussed 1 vs 2 worship services, referred to Deacons and Staff.

Called meeting. Approved call of Anna Moxley as Minister of Music and Worship. Compensation package $41,500 salary/housing plus benefits, totaling ~$49,775. Motion amended to read “called” not “hired.” Passed unanimously by ballot (81 votes).

Quarterly meeting. Treasurer reported $29K deficit for Jan–Mar 2019, $1.19M received in Growing God’s House pledges. Finance urged revenue growth strategies. Approved adding Walt Pickett to Personnel. House & Grounds approved handrails, roof repairs, and sign design. Approved ordination of Matthew Greg. Online giving transitioned to Pushpay.

Quarterly meeting. Treasurer reported $29,971 deficit YTD. Growing God’s House pledges at 96% received ($1.53M). Approved Sunday School leaders for 2019–20 and additions to Activities Committee. House & Grounds reported repairs and fundraising events. WEE Committee shared updates on enrollment, staffing, programs, and renewed NAEYC accreditation.

Quarterly meeting. Approved August minutes with correction. Treasurer previewed 2020 budget ($730K requests, $120K debt service). House & Grounds reported projects including fence fundraising and handrail installation. Kitchen reorganization initiated. Approved creation of Safety Committee. Deacons advanced new sign project.

Annual meeting. Approved deacon slate and 2020 committee roster. Finance presented $742K proposed budget with $1.7M debt obligations; 52 approved, 9 opposed. Discussed capital items (sign, columns, HVAC). CDC budget deferred to January.

Quarterly meeting. Approved October/November minutes and membership transfer. Treasurer reported $689K revenue, $682K expenses, $7K surplus in 2019. CDC budget deferred. Visioning Team held first workshop. House & Grounds planned fundraiser and repairs. Pastor Ingram previewed studies and Lent worship focus.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Treasurer reported steady giving, $250K cash, $350K investments. Received $170K PPP loan supporting staff/CDC. House & Grounds reported campus upgrades (fence, lighting, AED). CDC remained open for essential workers. Approved ordination of Tarvick Linder. COVID-19 reopening advisory team proposed.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Treasurer reported $398K YTD income, $381K expenses, $16K surplus, offset by PPP funds. Loan forgiveness anticipated in November. Nominating named Susan Legrand as Treasurer. Resumption Roundtable approved limited small-group activities and youth gatherings. Deacon nomination process began via email/paper ballots.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Approved 2021 church budget with no personnel increases, adjusted missions percentages, higher insurance and bank fees. Finance reported Foundation contact regarding Growing God’s House campaign. No other business recorded.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Approved minutes. Finance reported $441,900 loan principal payment in June, reducing monthly payments. Original PPP loan forgiven; second PPP loan received. WEE budget update noted enrollment growth. Music Minister search committee reviewed resumes. Website redesign update shared.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Treasurer reported 2021 revenue of $686K, expenses $693K, with $500K+ in reserves. CDC finished $195K in surplus. Approved multiple committee appointments. Approved additions to MOWM Search Committee. Pushpay contract renewed for one year.

Quarterly meeting via Zoom. Finance announced transition from Pushpay to REALM. MOWM Search Committee recommended Ted Reed and Keith Longmire as part-time worship co-leaders ($30K each). Approved Mary Martha Reed as accompanist ($20K). Internship for Mackenzie Smith approved. Finance reported $508K liquid assets, $1.132M loan balance.

Annual meeting. Amended 2022 budget to increase building reserve to $50K. Approved 2023 unified budget of $760K. Approved WEE Committee budget with full enrollment. Elected three new deacons for 2023. All motions passed without dissent.

Quarterly meeting. Approved Nominating Committee recommendations: Kay Scruggs as Treasurer and Deedra Nunnally as Clerk. Motions passed unanimously with no dissent.

Quarterly meeting. Approved committee nominations and transfers of membership letters. Amended 2023 budget from $760K to $772K to include seminarian intern. Finance report postponed. Minutes from Dec 2022 and Mar 2023 approved.

Special meeting. Personnel Committee motion to accept resignation of Rev. J. Muckenfuss. After discussion, congregation voted 96–19–1. Motion approved. Online participants required video to vote. Meeting adjourned following ballot count.