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Bishops Report 2017 Our theme for this 192nd Assembly of SC Lutherans is “You are salt and light bringing out the God flavors and God colors in the World.” When Jesus taught about God’s mission for his disciples in the world he used three common images: salt, light and leaven. Each of these images helps us to reflect on the partnership and work that we have been engaged with this past year. Consider salt. Here are four ways that God has allowed us to season our world with the love and grace of Jesus Christ. First, children’s lives are being enhanced by our many congregational partnerships with community schools. Whether it is backpack ministries, afterschool homework clubs, or simply reading to children one hour a week, we are bringing out many different God flavors in children who are at risk. We are also doing this in partnership with the fellowship of SC Bishops (formerly known as LARCUM). One significant example of being salt came in our partnership with Rich Learning, and religious and community leaders in Allendale who participated in a two week drama, dance and arts based camp last August. In just two weeks these children were transformed and excited about sharing their learnings in an evening program for the whole community to attend. Special thanks goes to Trinity and St. Nicholas for their partnership. A second salt seasoning happened through our partnership with Lutheran Services Carolina, our SC Synod Disaster team and the ELCA Disaster Response in the ongoing relief efforts with victims of the 2015 and 2016 floods. Together we are now supporting two full time case managers who are helping families without insurance get the help needed for housing. A third way we are bringing out God’s flavors into our world is by helping to build our first ever Latino Lutheran Church for the people of Cristo Rey. When you realize that last year there were 42 baptisms celebrated in this mission congregation and that often 45-75 children come forward each week for a children’s message, we thank God for how the gospel is reaching a new generation of believers in Christ. Their witness to the gospel in the midst of these uncertain times in our country is an inspiration and a taste of God’s goodness and grace. We are also blessed by the growing congregations of Sagrada Familia and Nuestro Salvador. It also will be a profound joy when we celebrate the ordinations of our first Latino pastors in May, Pastor Jorge Leone and Pastor Alejandro Mejia. What wonderful gifts these two leaders are to the SC Synod and their mission congregations. The second image Jesus frequently used is that of light. Author Richard Rohr writes that “light itself is seldom seen, but rather through light everything else becomes visible. Christ is the light through which we see the true reality of everything else around us.” There are several places where the light of Christ has shown forth in new ways this past year. First we can consider the 500th Observance of the Reformation. Whether it was the lecture by Dr. Scott Hendrix at LTSS and that is available on our website, or the Lutheran Roman Catholic Dialogue celebrating the 32 agreements of Declaration on the Way towards the eventual sharing of the Eucharist together, or the Praying with Luther event, or all the congregations who studied together the Small Catechism, these events have been like a prism that shines the different colors of God’s grace into our lives. Our last event will be a joint service with the NC Synod in Charlotte on September 23rd with Bishop Eaton preaching and presiding. Another light shining moment came when five smaller congregations in the Prosperity area came together at the seminary with Dr. Mark Tidsworth to learn about the three big shifts that are happening in churches in this 21st century. Our newly named Vital Congregations Networks anticipates more opportunities for training congregational leaders around these shifts later this year. The third image Jesus used to talk about God’s mission was that of leaven or yeast. Here we understand that a little yeast produces a chemical reaction in dough that effects a whole loaf of delicious tasting bread. In a similar way God has been using the SC Synod like a leavening agent to create relationships of respect and understanding across racial barriers in our state. Under Pastor Leroy Cannon’s leadership we have hosted 13 Selma movie events involving over 70 congregations with one of them including an interfaith event with Jews and Muslims. In addition there have been three “Building Bridges Among Religious Leaders and Law Enforcement Leaders events.” There have also been two Bible studies, and two youth oriented “Remember the Titan” movie Events. Our Inclusiveness Network under the leadership of Pastor Jackie Utley has also led three congregational events focusing on racial reconciliation. Clearly God is at work in these transformative conversations across our synod opening hearts and minds to the dignity and worth of all people and overcoming barriers of race and prejudice that have been so destructive in our state.
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One other leavening effect that God has brought into our Synod has been the leadership of Pastor Rick Carter as our new Director of Evangelical Mission. He is the newest addition to our staff and has brought great energy, vision, and new insights into the work we do together. I hope you will welcome him and show him your appreciation as he moves around the state encouraging congregational vitality and growth. When I think of all of our Synod team, I can’t help but recognize how each of them contribute to the salt, light and leaven that we share together in Christ. Whether it is Eric’s passion for youth and young adult ministry, or Ginny’s organizational leadership with candidacy, global mission and assembly planning or Ozzie’s training of congregational stewardship leaders, God is using these gifted leaders to bless and empower congregational ministries across the synod. When it comes to our Executive Administrator, Jenny Spearen and Administration Assistant, Julie Koon, I am amazed at their capacity to tackle enormous challenges and deadlines with a cheerfulness and good humor that infects all of us and keeps us well balanced. When it comes to communications, Neal Fisher is not only a gift to us but has also been approached by other synods to help with their communication strategies as well. A year ago Charlene Fink was introduced as our new Administrative Assistant for Finance and has not only learned our complex financial system but has also been a blessing to Raymond Hendrix and congregational treasures. It is my prayer that as you read over these reports that you will keep these three images of salt, light and leaven in mind as we recognize how God is continuing to share with our world the God flavors and God colors of the world. In Christ Bishop Herman Official Acts April 1, 2016 – March 31, 2017) Anniversaries: July 31, 2016 – Celebration of the 8th Anniversary of Cristo Rey, West Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. September 25, 2016 – Celebration of the 140th Anniversary of St. Thomas, Chapin. Bishop Yoos preached. October 9, 2016 – Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of Christus Victor. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. January 22, 2017 – Celebration to the 275th Anniversary year at St. John’s, Charleston. Bishop Yoos preached. January 29, 2017 – Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Messiah, Mauldin. Bishop Yoos preached. February 12, 2017 – Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of St. Luke’s, Summerville. Bishop Yoos preached. March 12, 2017 – Celebration of the 3rd Anniversary of Nuestro Salvador. Bishop Yoos preached. Calls Accepted – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: April 1, 2016 – Rev. Diana S. Edis – Breath of Life, Blythewood April 24, 2016 – Rev. Beverly Aurand – Peak Springhill Parish April 25, 2016 – Rev. Kathy A. Campbell – Associate Pastor of Congregation Care, Central United Methodist, Florence July 3, 2016 – Rev. Rick Carter – Director of Evangelical Mission, SC Synod May 9, 2016 – Rev. Rick C. Inman – Sandy Run, Swansea May 15, 2016 – Rev. Scott L. Holland – Bethlehem, Irmo June 13, 2016 – Rev. Norris G. Van Dyke – St. Peter’s, Pawleys Island June 26, 2016 – Rev. Jeffrey M. Erbskorn, Senior Pastor of St. Paul, Aiken August 1, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III – Christ, Hilton Head August 15, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards – The Heritage at Lowman, Lutheran Homes of South Carolina August 22, 2016 – Rev. Eric S. Childers – St. Matthew, Charleston September 6, 2016 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer – Rice Estates, Lutheran Homes of South Carolina September 19, 2016 – Rev. Mikki C. Gay – Pastor for Renewal and Transformation, South Carolina Synod (non-stipendiary call) October 1, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger – University, Clemson October 9, 2016 – Rev. Sean A. Miller – Chaplain, Agape Hospice October 16, 2016 – Rev. Rufus “Rusty” B. Kehl – Immanuel, Greenwood October 17, 2016 – Rev. E. Ray Mohrmann – Development Officer (South Carolina), Lutheran Services Carolinas November 1, 2016 – R. Alan Kinsey – Holy Communion, Spartanburg – Two Year Term Call December 11, 2017 – W. Seth Gibson – Gethsemane, Columbia December 16, 2016 – Rev. Karen S. Hawkins – Call to Interim Ministry for a term of two-years. February 5, 2017 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer – Good Shepherd, Swansea
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February 27, 2017 – Rev. Phillip E. Clark – Interim Ministry, SC Synod (2 year term) March 27, 2017 – Rev. John D. Stirewalt, St. John, Lexington Calls Accepted – Ministers of Word and Service: May 1, 2016 – Ashlyn S. Cox, Director of Christian Education and Fellowship, Grace, Gilbert May 28, 2016 – Justin Rimbo, Mission Developer for Sobremesa Community, Columbia January 3, 2017 – Shelley Allen, Director of Family Life Ministry, Joy, Moore Celebrations and Special Services: April 3, 2016 – Worship Service at St. John, Spartanburg. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 3, 2016 – Worship Service at Faith, Newberry. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. April 10, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Andrew’s, Blythewood. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 10, 2016 – Worship Service at Gethsemane, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 17, 2016 – Worship Service at Sagrada Familia. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. April 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Spring into Action. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. May 1, 2016 – Worship Service and dedication of Crossroads, Indian Land Sanctuary. Bishop Yoos preached. May 29, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Stephen’s, Lexington. Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher preached, presided and assisted with the baptisms of Austin Mintz and Carsyn and Peyton Antley. June 5, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethany, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. June 9, 2016 – Worship Service at Ebenezer, Columbia for Synod Assembly Worship. Bishop Yoos preached. June 16, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church. Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf assisted with the service. June 19, 2016 – Worship Service at St. John, Beaufort. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. June 26, 2016 – Worship service at Pilgrim, Lexington. Assistant to the Bishop led a sermon interview, assisted with Holy Communion and led a Service of Sending. July 7, 2016 – Worship Service at Bridge Building Camp. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. July 10, 2016 – Worship Service at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. July 12, 2016 – Columbia Young Adult Group. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. July 21, 2016 – Worship Service for Race and Reconciliation at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. July 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Gethsemane, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and attended a congregational meeting. July 24, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Paul, Gilbert. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. August 7, 2016 – Worship Service at Summer Memorial, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. August 14, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Peter’s, Pawley’s Island. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer assisted with Holy Communion and Installed N. Gregory Van Dyke. August 28, 2016 – Worship Service at Pilgrim, Lexington. Bishop Yoos preached and met with the council. August 28, 2016 – Worship Service at Redeemer, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop at Wolf preached. September 11, 2016 – Worship Service at Wittenberg, Leesville. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. September 11, 2016 – Worship Service at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. September 11, 2016 – Commemoration of September 11th, Incarnation, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. September 13, 2016 – Columbia Young Adult Ministry. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Mark’s, Isle of Palms. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Olivet, Chapin. Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher preached. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Hermon, West Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. October 2, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Pomaria. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and assisted with Holy Communion. October 2, 2016 – Worship Service at Sandy Run, Swansea. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. October 11, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. October 16, 2016 – Worship Service at St. James, Graniteville. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. October 16, 2016 – Worship Service at Providence. Bishop Yoos preached. October 23, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethel, White Rock. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. October 27, 2016 – Worship Service at Fall Convocation. Bishop Yoos preached, Assistant to the Bishops Aebischer and Wolf assisted. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Pomaria. Bishop Yoos preached. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at Sagrada Familia, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Mark, Isle of Palms. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 6, 2016 – Worship Service at Living Waters, Cherokee, NC. Bishop Yoos preached. November 13, 2016 – Worship Service at Good Shepherd, Swanse. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 15, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. November 20, 2016 – Worship Service at Wittenberg, Leesville. Bishop Yoos preached and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer
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presided. November 20, 2016 – Worship Service at LCY Hand in Hand event. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 27, 2016 – Worship Service at Macedonia, Prosperity. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. December 4, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Matthew, Charleston. Bishop Yoos preached. December 4, 2016 – Worship Service at Cristo Rey, West Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. December 6, 2016 – Worship Service at The Heritage at Lowman, White Rock. Bishop Yoos preached. December 13, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. December 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Faith, West Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. December 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Ebenezer, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. January 1, 2017 – Worship Service at Pomaria, Pomaria. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. January 8, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Clinton. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service at Mt. Calvary, Johnston. Bishop Yoos preached. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service and Dedication of new Sanctuary at Holy Spirit, Charleston. Bishop Yoos participated. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service at Holy Communion, Spartanburg. Assistant to the Bishop the Aebischer preached and presided. January 15, 2017 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Worship Service at Ascension, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. January 20, 2017 – Council Retreat at St. Matthew’s, Charleston. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer led the event. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Our Shepherd, Hartsville. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Our Saviour, Greenville. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Irmo. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. February 12, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Charleston. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer worshipped and greeted the congregation. February 18, 2018 – Lutheran Men in Mission Convention, Shepherd of the Sea, Garden City. Bishop Yoos brought greetings. February 25, 2017 – Service on Racial Reconciliation at the NW Wisconsin Synod. Bishop Yoos gave the keynote address. February 26, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Walhalla. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. March 1, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s Beaufort. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer Assisted with Ashy Wednesday Imposition of Ashes. March 1, 2017 – Worship Service at St. James, Summit. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer Assisted with Ash Wednesday Holy Communion and Imposition of Ashes. March 12, 2017 – Worship Service at St. Michael, Moncks Corner. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. March 12, 2017 – Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer led the Epiphany Conference Election of a Dean. March 16-27, 2017 – Official visit to Japan Evangelical Lutheran Church. Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer participated. March 19, 2017 – Worship Service at Tokyo Lutheran Church, Japan. Bishop Yoos preached. March 19, 2017 – 7th & 8th Grade Winter Retreat, Camp Kinard, Batesburg-Leesville. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. March 26, 2017 – Worship Service at Oe Lutheran Church, Kumomoto, Japan. Bishop Yoos preached. March 26, 2017 – Worship Service at Kumamoto Lutheran Church, Japan. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached. Commissioning – Minister of Word and Service Service of Commissioning and Installation for Ashlyn S. Cox was held on May 22, 2016 at 4:00 pm at Grace, Gilbert. Bishop Yoos presided. Service of Commission and Installation for Justin M. Rimbo was held on May 28, 2016 at 3:00 at Pilgrim, Lexington. Bishop Yoos presided. Deans Meeting: August 30, 2016 – Bishop Yoos, Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf attended. February 2, 2017 – Bishop Yoos, Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf attended. Deaths: June 3, 2016 – Patricia Steadman Hill, wife of Rev. Garth L. Hill. A celebration of life service was held on June 5, 2016 at Grace, Gilbert. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer represented the Synod. June 26, 2016 – Marguerite Thompson Wingard, wife of Rev. William F. Wingard. A funeral service was held at St. Philip, Myrtle Beach. July 6, 2016 – Martin Eric “Marty” Matthis. A memorial service was held on July 8, 2016 at Trinity, Fairfax. September 24, 2016 – Dorothy McLeod Stucke, wife of the late Rev. Clarence H. Stucke. A funeral service was held on September 27, 2016 at Mt. Horeb, Chapin. October 10, 2016 – Rose Nell Brandt, wife of Rev. Henry N. Brandt. A funeral service was held on October 13, 2016 at St. Luke’s, Prosperity. Bishop Yoos assisted with the service.
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November 24, 2016 – Harold Monroe Yoder. A memorial service was held on December 17, 2016 at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary Chapel. January 22, 2017 – Dolores Arlene Wiley Swygert, wife of the late Rev. Robert L. Swygert. A funeral service was held at Cedar Grove, Leesville. February 1, 2017 – Rev. Dr. Alfred Wayne Howell, Jr. A funeral service was held on February 4, 2017 at St. Luke, Florence. Bishop Yoos assisted with the service. February 8, 2017 – Julia Ganell “Junell” Shealy, wife of the Rev. Dr. E. Armand Shealy. A funeral service was held on February 10, 2017 at Bethel, White Rock and burial was held at Wittenberg, Leesville. Dedications: December 11, 2016 – Dedication of new sanctuary at Springs of Grace, Boiling Springs. Bishop Yoos preached. Installations – Ministers of Word and Sacrament June 5, 2016 – Rev. Scott L. Holland, Bethlehem, Irmo June 5, 2016 – Rev. Rick C. Inman, Sandy Run, Swansea June 26, 2016 – Rev. Diana Edis, Breath of Life, Blythewood July 17, 2016 – Rev. Beverly Aurand, Peak Spring Hill Parish July 17, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III, Christ, Hilton Head August 14, 2016 – Rev. N. Gregory Van Dyke, St. Peter’s, Pawleys Island August 21, 2016 – Rev. Michael R. Sherman, Messiah, Maudlin October 23, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III, Christ, Hilton Head October 23, 2016 – Rev. Rufus “Rusty” B. Kehl, Immanuel, Greenwood November 20, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger, University, Clemson December 4, 2016 – Rev. Eric Childers, St. Matthew, Charleston December 6, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards, The Heritage at Lowman May 13, 2017 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer, Good Shepherd, Swansea Installations – Minister of Word and Service: February 5, 2017 – Shelley M. Allen, Joy, Moore Installation December 4, 2016 – Mr. Jorge Leone, Cristo Rey, West Columbia Interims: Rev. Melvin E. Amundson – Ebenezer, Columbia Rev. Frank W. Anderson – St. Michael, Columbia Rev. B. Gene Baker – Reformation, Lancaster Rev. James P. Blalock – St. Johannes, Charleston Rev. A. Glenn Boland – Pilgrim, Lexington Rev. Gary L. Brandenburg – Wittenberg, Leesville Rev. Thomas A. Cassem – Martin Luther, Charleston Rev. Phillip E. Clark – St. Nicholas/Fairfax Parish Rev. David W. Coffman – Resurrection, Columbia Rev. Stephen G. Cooper – St. Mark, Isle of Palms Rev. Harry J. Crout – Silverstreet, Silverstreet Rev. William C. Ebener – Holy Trinity, Pelion Rev. David J. Edenfield – St. John’s, Clinton Rev. William “Seth” Gibson – St. Andrews, Blythewood Rev. James K. Glander – Mt. Pleasant, Saluda Rev. E. Arden Hallman, Jr., – Bethlehem, Pomaria Rev. David “Zeke” Hanford – St. John, Pomaria Rev. Karen S. Hawkins – All Saints, Mt. Pleasant Rev. W. Osborne “Ozzie” Herlong – Bethany, Lexington Rev. R. Alan Kinsey – Holy Communion, Spartanburg Rev. Robert E. McCollum – Bethany, Newberry Rev. Jane P. Mitcham – Lutheran Church of Incarnation Rev. Al Potter – Faith, Newberry Rev. Earl Schafer – Summer Memorial, Newberry Rev. Robert C. Schmeelcke – St. John, Walhalla
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Rev. Carroll L. Robinson – Pomaria, Pomaria Rev. John E. Wertz, Sr. – St. John, Lexington Rev. Paul B. Williams – St. Timothy, Whitmire Valentine Williams – St. Michael, Moncks Corner Stated Supply: Kyle Bates – Our Shepherd, Hartsville Adam Carnell – Our Shepherd, Hartsville Rev. G. Reginald “Reggie” Cruse – St. Peter, Batesburg Rev. Alvin H. Haigler – St. John, Pelion Rev. Paul A. Hirth – Pine Grove, Lone Star Rev. Maria E. Miller – Augsburg, Union Rev. Sean A. Miller – St. Matthias, Easley Rev. Christine Parham – Atonement, Laurens Rev. Floyd E. Sides – Bachman Chapel, Prosperity Rev. William “Bill” E. Stone – Trinity, Saluda Leadership Days: Bishop Yoos and Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf led these events March 13, 2017 – Epiphany, Rock Hill March 15, 2017 – Zion, Lexington March 29, 2017 – Shepherd of the Sea, Garden City Ordinations: April 24, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Diana Sox Edis held at Christus Victor, Columbia. Bishop Yoos presided. Pastor Lord accepted a call to Breath of Life, Blythewood. July 9, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Drew Jordan Yoos held at Good Shepherd, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. Pastor Yoos accepted a call to Light the Cross, Bothell, Washington. October 15, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Rufus “Rusty” B, Kehl held at Christus Victor, Columbia. Bishop Yoos presided. Pastor Kehl accepted a call to Immanuel, Greenwood. February 11, 2017 – Service of Ordination for Mary Elise Scott held at Ballard First Lutheran in Seattle, Washington. Pastor Scott accepted a call to Ballard First, Seattle. Resignations– Ministers of Word and Service: October 12, 2016 – Deacon Cynthia B. Epps (resigned from the ELCA Roster) Resignations – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: April 6, 2016 – Rev. Christine Parham – Lutheran Homes of South Carolina June 30, 2016 – Rev. Danielle D. Shealy – University, Clemson July 3, 2016 – Rev. Richard “Rick” T. Carter – Crossroads, Indian Land July 11, 2016 – Rev. David H. Brooks – Ebenezer, Columbia July 26, 2016 – Rev. Jay R. Gamelin, Pilgrim, Lexington August 20, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards – Pomaria/St. John Parish August 15, 2016 – Rev. Michael R. Sherman – Wittenberg, Leesville September 29, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger – Lord of Life, Bluffton October 8, 2016 – Rev. Sean A. Miller – St. Matthias, Easley October 12, 2016 – Rev. E. Ray Mohrmann – All Saints, Mt. Pleasant December 31, 2016 – Rev. Mary W. Anderson – Incarnation, Columbia January 23, 2017 – Rev. Alex A. Chartier (resigned from the ELCA Roster) February 6, 2017 – Rev. David H. Brooks (resigned from the ELCA Roster) Retirement – Minister of Word and Sacrament: June 1, 2016 – Rev. Robert T. Byrne – St. Paul, Aiken June 1, 2016 – Rev. Bonnie Mefferd – St. Mark, Isle of Palms July 1, 2016 – Rev. Bob Beaver – Director of Evangelical Mission, SC Synod August 31, 2016 – Rev. Dwight C. Wessinger, St. Michael, Columbia December 1, 2016 – Rev. Frank G. Honeycutt, St. John, Walhalla February 28, 2017 – Rev. Robert G. Coon, SC Lutheran Homes Foundation
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Retirement – Minister of Word and Service: January 1, 2017 – Sister Carol A. Burk – St. Barnabas, Charleston Special Events: May 26, 2016 – Building Bridges event between law enforcement and religious leaders at Living Springs, Columbia. Bishop Yoos helped to lead this event. June 26, 2016 – Cristo Rey dinner for Building kick-off. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer brought greeting from the Synod. July 26, 2016 – Bishop Yoos met with the Congregation at Cross and Crown, Florence. August 7-13, 2016 – Bishop Yoos attended Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA August 7-13, 2016 – ELCA Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer served as Chaplain for Vice President Candidates. August 7-13, 2016 – Assistant the Bishop Wolf attended Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA. August 14, 2016 – Joint Council Meeting with St. John, Pomaria and Pomaria, Pomaria. Bishop Yoos met with the councils. Transfers Granted – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: July 31, 2016 – Rev. Danielle Shealy, North/West Lower Michigan Synod December 2016 – Rev. Joshua K. Brecht, Central State Synod January 1, 2017 – Rev. David R. Bauser, Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod January 22, 2017 – Rev. Clayton J. Schmit, East Central Synod of Wisconsin Transfers Received – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: May 2, 2016 – Rev. Stephen J. Nelson from the Southwestern Minnesota Synod May 2, 2016 – Rev. Gary Brandenburg from the Southwestern Minnesota Synod May 4, 2016 – Rev. Warren G. Martin from the Delaware-Maryland Synod August 1, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III from the Southern Ohio Synod August 8, 2016 – Rev. Norris Gregory Van Dyke from the Allegheny Synod August 22, 2016 – Rev. Eric S. Childers from the North Carolina Synod. Spirit-Led Time of Renewal Congregational Events: May 22, 2016 – Summer Memorial, Newberry (led by Assistant to the Bishop Wolf and Rev. Bob Beaver) July 7, 2016 – Crossroads, Indian Land (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher) September 18, 2016 – St. Mark, Isle of Palms (led by Bishop Yoos) October 16, 2016 – Pilgrim, Lexington (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) November 20, 2016 – Wittenberg, Leesville (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) January 21, 2017 – Lord of Life, Bluffton (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) January 29, 2017 – Redeemer, Charleston (led by Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf) February 26, 2017 – St. John’s, Walhalla (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer)
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Report of the Vice President We have had another exciting year as a Synod Council where we have been guided by the Holy Spirit and this scripture verse Matthew 5:16 used at our Synod Council Retreat, “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” God has gifted each of us in God’s own way, and as Synod Council Leaders we are using these gifts to their fullest extent with the business that the Spirit is leading us to discern and govern. We open each meeting with God’s word and prayer, for we all need the Spirit to encourage and guide us. We continue to invest 15-20 minutes of each meeting to discussing experiences of how we individually and corporately have addressed racism. We invite our Lutheran Institutions and Agencies on a rotating basis to each of our meetings and enjoy learning and growing as partners in ministry. We faithfully carryout our governing responsibilities, while also embracing our membership into the three expressions of our church: Congregation, Synod, and Churchwide. We are extremely blessed with the many disciples who serve on our varied Synod Task Forces, Networks, and Tables (Community Engagement, Deepening Discipleship, and Communication and Technology). It is through these leaders where the Spirit is blazing and people’s lives are being touched by Jesus’ grace. When we invest our time wisely in doing what the Spirit calls us to do, then we collectively can shine and be on fire for Jesus to Join our Neighbors, Serve Boldly, and Love All through Christ. Thank you for our partnership together,
Lexanne K. Graves
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Report of the Secretary 2017 It is an honor to do this work as secretary of the South Carolina (SC) Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). In this role I have seen how God is at work in the faithful leadership of laypersons, rostered ministers and congregations. The duties of this office include the recording of the minutes of the Synod Council meetings and the Synod Assemblies. This office is assisted by a dedicated support staff that carries out many details: Neal Fischer, Charlene Fink, Julie A. Koon and Jenny A. Spearen. The Rev. Virginia S. Aebischer, assistant to the bishop, and Julie A. Koon, have ably prepared the Bulletin of Reports and the Directory and Minutes of the South Carolina Synod 2016. Virginia Herlong and Carolyn Torrence assisted in the recording of the Minutes of the South Carolina Synod Assembly 2016. I extend my sincere appreciation and thanks to these persons for all their assistance. Other duties of this office include correspondence on Synod Council actions, providing for the archives and communication with the Churchwide organization. I am also serving as Chair, Constitution Committee. In order to better preserve the history and heritage of the SC Synod, congregations are encouraged to use the James R. Crumley Jr., Archives, Region 9, ELCA, housed at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Columbia. I would like to encourage congregations to collect records and publish historical information. As secretary, assisted by synod staff and volunteers, I am responsible for the continuing assessment, retention and transfer of archival materials. The archives is a good site for older and original parish registers; micro-film copies of current parish registers or older parish registers; copies of congregational histories and anniversary booklets (especially 25 year increments); and photographs of church buildings. Micro-film copies of the parish register are provided free of charge at South Caroliniana Library if a congregation will deposit a copy with the library. Each year, the statistics of the congregations of this synod are collected and compiled by the Office of the Secretary, ELCA. This data provides a detailed picture of statistical trends for each congregation and for this synod. There were 119 congregations out of 153 congregations that filed reports at the end of December 31, 2015. The baptized membership reported was 45,985 at the end of 2015 (the latest year that statistics were available at the time this report was written). The average size of a congregation in this synod is 304 baptized members. Regular giving by members in congregations increased by $660,376 from $33,026,046 to $33,686,422. Average giving per confirmed member increased in 2015 by $14.74 to $1,072.27. The average Sunday worship attendance per congregation was 105 persons (34% of baptized members). Form A - Summary of Congregational Statistics are available on the Synod Website. Go to www.scsynod.com, under About Us Menu, select Bulletin of Reports and Directory. In accordance with S7.32.A14.f. of the Constitution, Bylaws and Continuing Resolutions of the South Carolina Synod, ELCA, I recommend that two copies of the Minutes of the 2016 South Carolina Synod Assembly, which have been certified by the bishop and the secretary as the official protocol of that assembly, be approved and placed in the archives. Rev. W. Osborne Herlong Jr., Secretary South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER Year Ended January 31, 2017 Referred to as 2016-17 I consider it a privilege and honor to serve as treasurer of the SC Synod. I thank you for re-electing me to a fourth term. I give thanks to the Synod accountant, Charlene Fink, who has served in this capacity since May 2016. Mission Support Below is a summary of mission support from the congregations for the year 2016-17 as compared to 201516: 2016-17 2015-16 Mission Support Budgeted $2,485,000 $2,452,500 Mission Support Received $2,385,024 $2,421,981 Since 2008 mission support has been declining. For the past three to four years, I have been optimistic that the decline would reach the bottom and start an upward trend. Unfortunately, 2016-17 received the lowest mission support since 2008. In addition to mission support, the Synod received $459,000 in 2016-17 for other funds (ministries) such as World Hunger, Disaster Relief, Missionary Support, Malaria Campaign, etc. Mission support from the 153 congregations is presented in the schedule on the following pages. Expenditures Below is a summary of expenditures for the year 2016-17 as compared to 2015-16:
Mission Benevolence Institutions Deepening Discipleship Table Community Engagement Table Communication/Technology Table Operating Expenses Total Expenditures
2016-17 $ 979,530 $ 318,324 $ 291,669 $ 105,037 $ 116,658 $ 643,791 $2,455,009
2015-16 $ 994,415 $ 347,750 $ 268,230 $ 109,044 $ 133,223 $ 661,938 $2,514,600
The ELCA support for 2016-17 was 41.8% of unrestricted mission support. For a comparison of expenditures with the budget, see the following financial statements. Budget The budget approved by the Synod Assembly for 2017-18 is $2,566,600 with support for the ELCA at 42% and a 2% pay increase for the staff. The budget approved by the Synod Council to be recommended to the 2017 Synod Assembly for 2018-19 is $2,478,600 with support for the ELCA at 42.5%. To fund these budgets, the Synod is asking each congregation to give a minimum of 10% of their offering each year. As congregations depend on some members to give more than others, the Synod also depends on some congregations to give more than other congregations. According to Luke 12:48 “From everyone who has been giving much, much will be demanded.” Investment Income The annual performance of our investments was better than expected. Investment income earned this year amounted to $197,705 as compared to $13,416 for January 31, 2016. This was due to a strong market for mutual funds. Investment income was allocated to the (1) operating fund - $46,364; (2) council designated funds - $79,680; and (3) temporarily restricted funds - $71,661. Other Items The property on Lake Murray continues to be on the market. The St. Matthew’s property was sold for $50,000 and the net proceeds were given to GGM to be used for mission congregations. “GOD’S WORK. OUR HANDS.” We are all members of the EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA and as members we worship in our individual congregations, support local ministries, support joint ministries through the SC Synod and the ELCA. I believe that the work we do together is a great benefit to God’s people. Raymond L. Hendrix, Jr., Treasurer
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South Carolina Synod, ELCA Mission Support, SC Synod Support & Other Funds February 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51
Congregation All Saints 07396, Mt. Pleasant Ascension 05596, Columbia Atonement 05658, Laurens Augsburg 05648, Union Bachman Chapel 05640, Prosperity Beth Eden 05628, Newberry Bethany 05627, Newberry Bethany 05721, Lexington Bethel 05620, White Rock Bethlehem 05608, Irmo Bethlehem 05637, Pomaria Bethlehem 05703, Leesville Breath of Life 30796, Blythewood Cedar Grove 05705, Leesville Christ 07329, Hilton Head Christ Mission Christ the King 05621, Columbia Christ the King 16415, Greenville Christus Victor 07571, Columbia Circle of Grace 30625, Gaffney Colony 05630, Newberry Corinth 05724, Saluda Cross and Crown 07503, Florence Crossroads 30706, Fort Mill Ebenezer 05598, Columbia Ehrhardt Memorial 05677, Ehrhardt Emmanuel 05614, West Columbia Enon 05704, Leesville Epiphany 30081, Rock Hill Faith 05615, West Columbia Faith 05631, Newberry Faith 05683, Johns Island Faith 05696, Batesburg-Leesville Faith Chapel 30683, Pickens Gethsemane 05599, Columbia Good Hope 05727, Ward Good Shepherd 05600, Columbia Good Shepherd 05612, Swansea Good Shepherd 05692, Walterboro Grace 05611, Rock Hill Grace 05643, Prosperity Grace 05698, Gilbert Holy Communion 05659, Spartanburg Holy Spirit 30725, Charleston Holy Trinity 05651, Anderson Holy Trinity 05722, Pelion Hope 30080, Vance Immanuel 05657, Greenwood Incarnation 05601, Columbia Joy 30418, Moore King of Glory 07449, North Myrtle Beach
Mission Support
$43,917.29 $733.34 $0.00 $1,200.00 $12,802.00 $300.00 $6,987.83 $2,890.00 $19,500.00 $13,230.00 $9,423.75 $10,000.00 $8,748.99 $25,000.00 $33,709.94 $1,000.00 $7,507.50 $1,928.00 $34,740.00 $1,200.00 $5,815.46 $0.00 $20,815.33 $12,000.00 $13,269.52 $2,700.00 $30,796.77 $550.00 $1,610.00 $12,707.35 $0.00 $3,630.00 $1,650.00 $0.00 $4,992.00 $0.00 $51,770.01 $0.00 $8,800.00 $59,479.74 $18,682.99 $9,468.00 $5,625.00 $1,000.00 $22,250.04 $1,236.00 $6,000.00 $44,905.00 $9,999.12 $47,583.33 $25,813.64
SC Synod Support
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,325.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,131.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Other Funds
$3,057.00 $0.00 $0.00 $880.00 $315.00 $0.00 $405.00 $125.00 $0.00 $0.00 $903.25 $0.00 $0.00 $3,925.00 $83.12 $250.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,302.84 $800.00 $0.00 $21,303.89 $10,704.85 $7,500.00 $586.00 $207.74 $160.25 $0.00 $0.00 $460.50 $38.00 $10.00 $2,020.00 $0.00 $2,180.00 $0.00 $6,779.18 $0.00 $2,260.62 $2,531.95 $1,878.82 $2,500.31 $358.43 $0.00 $14,776.00 $2,518.57 $0.00 $1,100.00 $3,134.67 $5,450.00 $1,385.00
Total $46,974.29 $733.34 $0.00 $2,080.00 $13,117.00 $300.00 $7,392.83 $3,015.00 $19,500.00 $13,230.00 $10,327.00 $10,000.00 $8,748.99 $28,925.00 $33,793.06 $1,250.00 $7,507.50 $1,928.00 $39,042.84 $2,000.00 $5,815.46 $26,628.89 $31,520.18 $19,500.00 $13,855.52 $2,907.74 $30,957.02 $550.00 $1,610.00 $13,167.85 $38.00 $3,640.00 $3,670.00 $0.00 $7,172.00 $0.00 $58,649.19 $0.00 $11,060.62 $62,011.69 $21,693.31 $11,968.31 $5,983.43 $1,000.00 $37,026.04 $3,754.57 $6,000.00 $46,005.00 $13,133.79 $53,033.33 $27,198.64
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Mission Support Congregation Living Springs 07829, Columbia $33,590.04 Lord of Life 30351, Bluffton $36,000.00 Lutheran Church by the Lake 30369, McCormic $35,000.00 Macedonia 05644, Prosperity $0.00 Martin Luther 05668, Charleston $14,261.13 Messiah 05663, Mauldin $10,880.43 Messiah 05687, Hanahan $14,857.82 Mt. Calvary 05701, Johnston $9,916.67 Mt. Hebron 05706, Leesville $12,625.00 Mt. Hermon 05616, West Columbia $10,000.00 Mt. Hermon 05636, Peak $8,435.00 Mt. Horeb 05589, Chapin $55,666.63 Mt. Olivet 05645, Prosperity $100.00 Mt. Olivet 05650, Chapin $9,987.00 Mt. Pilgrim 05625, Prosperity $2,370.00 Mt. Pleasant 05678, Ehrhardt $5,000.00 Mt. Pleasant 05729, Saluda $8,333.33 Mt. Tabor 05617, West Columbia $61,019.31 Mt. Tabor 05626, Little Mountain $26,114.00 Nazareth 05710, Lexington $600.00 Orangeburg 05688, Orangeburg $4,840.00 Our Saviour 05618, West Columbia $11,000.00 Our Saviour 05654, Greenville $33,883.00 Our Shepherd 07234, Hartsville $0.00 Peace 07331, Charleston Heights $12,000.00 Pilgrim 05712, Lexington $11,000.00 Pine Grove 05684, Lone Star $3,900.00 Pisgah 05713, Lexington $22,147.16 Pomaria 05638, Pomaria $1,600.02 Providence 05711, Lexington $11,319.00 Redeemer 05623, Columbia $48,904.17 Redeemer 05633, Newberry $12,000.00 Redeemer 05669, Charleston $29,074.00 Redeemer 05730, Greer $6,000.00 Reformation 05602, Columbia $20,304.00 Reformation 05610, Lancaster $8,333.33 Resurrection 05603, Columbia $100.00 Resurrection 05665, Cameron $24,627.07 Sandy Run 05613, Swansea $6,235.00 Shepherd of the Sea 07420, Garden City $34,097.33 Silverstreet 05647, Silverstreet $2,740.00 Springs of Grace 30443, Inman $7,000.00 St. Andrew 05585, Blythewood $1,000.00 St. Andrew's 05604, Columbia $49,008.00 St. Barnabas 05671, Charleston $10,200.00 St. David 05619, West Columbia $45,640.98 St. James 05590, Sumter $1,283.85 St. James 05629, Newberry $2,594.00 St. James 05700, Graniteville $17,666.63 St. James 05708, Summit $10,000.00 St. James 05715, Lexington $10,500.00 St. Johannes 05672, Charleston $4,000.00 St. John 05609, Irmo $6,000.00 St. John 05642, Pomaria $9,370.00
SC Synod Support
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 $1,640.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,850.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $758.00 $10,564.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
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Other Funds
$312.94 $3,434.05 $4,150.00 $31,655.00 $130.00 $779.60 $4,713.69 $7,686.00 $1,960.50 $655.00 $103.00 $13,460.90 $0.00 $480.00 $1,195.00 $501.00 $1,119.90 $4,792.38 $3,172.00 $0.00 $2,042.00 $2,479.75 $11,042.00 $0.00 $0.00 $150.00 $266.00 $17,691.02 $1,952.00 $150.00 $9,212.82 $4,510.00 $3,602.00 $340.00 $1,428.06 $407.00 $0.00 $3,585.77 $2,476.33 $3,255.67 $1,008.00 $341.00 $0.00 $7,048.50 $5,901.00 $24,912.25 $3,873.00 $245.00 $5,351.26 $436.43 $1,390.00 $2,000.00 $0.00 $880.00
Total $33,902.98 $39,434.05 $39,150.00 $32,655.00 $14,391.13 $13,300.03 $19,571.51 $17,602.67 $14,585.50 $10,655.00 $8,538.00 $69,127.53 $100.00 $10,467.00 $3,565.00 $5,501.00 $9,453.23 $65,811.69 $29,286.00 $600.00 $6,882.00 $13,479.75 $44,925.00 $1,850.00 $12,000.00 $11,150.00 $4,166.00 $39,838.18 $3,552.02 $11,469.00 $58,116.99 $16,510.00 $32,676.00 $6,340.00 $21,732.06 $8,740.33 $100.00 $28,212.84 $8,711.33 $37,353.00 $3,748.00 $7,341.00 $1,000.00 $56,056.50 $16,101.00 $71,311.23 $15,721.35 $2,839.00 $23,017.89 $10,436.43 $11,890.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $10,250.00
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Congregation St. John 05653, Clinton St. John 05661, Spartanburg St. John 05662, Walhalla St. John 05664, Beaufort St. John 05673, Charleston St. John 05702, Johnston St. John 05714, Lexington St. John 05723, Pelion St. Luke 05605, Columbia St. Luke 05622, Florence St. Luke 05646, Prosperity St. Luke 05691, Summerville St. Mark 05690, Isle of Palms St. Mark 05725, Batesburg-Leesville St. Matthew 05639, Pomaria St. Matthew 05666, Cameron St. Matthew 05674, Charleston St. Matthew 05716, Lexington St. Matthias 07330, Easley St. Michael 05606, Columbia St. Michael 05655, Greenville St. Michael 05694, Moncks Corner St. Nicholas 05680, Fairfax St. Paul 05641, Pomaria St. Paul 05695, Aiken St. Paul 05699, Gilbert St. Paul's 05607, Columbia St. Paul's 05685, Mt. Pleasant St. Peter 05592, Chapin St. Peter 05697, Batesburg-Leesville St. Peter 07693, Pawleys Island St. Philip 05634, Newberry St. Philip 05686, Myrtle Beach St. Stephen's 05718, Lexington St. Thomas 05593, Chapin St. Timothy 05587, Camden St. Timothy 05649, Whitmire Summer Memorial 05635, Newberry Transfiguration 05588, Cayce Trinity 05656, Greenville Trinity 05679, Elloree Trinity 05681, Fairfax Trinity 05682, Georgetown Trinity 05728, Saluda Union 05707, Leesville University 05652, Clemson Wittenberg 05709, Leesville Zion 05719, Lexington Grand Total
Mission Support
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Other Funds
Total
$340.00 $55,000.00 $27,000.00 $39,508.00 $8,084.27 $1,882.49 $1,000.00 $0.00 $14,912.05 $24,850.00 $21,586.25 $33,508.35 $6,420.00 $0.00 $9,850.00 $2,000.00 $38,999.99 $13,900.00 $5,600.00 $6,850.00 $20,000.00 $1,800.00 $0.00 $15,515.13 $53,975.80 $11,500.00 $39,600.00 $6,112.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 $12,500.00 $0.00 $5,300.00 $57,500.04 $20,226.00 $10,716.00 $2,426.00 $10,000.08 $25,133.34 $105,000.00 $2,666.00 $0.00 $2,200.00 $200.00 $0.00 $42,449.96 $22,916.63 $32,518.75
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,957.25 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $13,000.01 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $641.30 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $27,332.04 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $10,800.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
$0.00 $3,534.60 $3,618.00 $13,348.50 $5,562.00 $290.67 $0.00 $0.00 $655.00 $11,925.00 $2,305.00 $5,819.05 $0.00 $8,404.38 $350.00 $0.00 $405.00 $2,281.00 $600.00 $150.00 $1,330.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $2,874.50 $1,488.00 $2,407.58 $1,953.00 $3,204.00 $9,906.00 $1,200.00 $0.00 $0.00 $551.90 $5,632.45 $300.00 $940.00 $0.00 $3,735.00 $3,836.00 $37,155.11 $146.00 $8,870.00 $1,357.99 $84.00 $1,915.00 $35.00 $303.00 $6,641.63
$340.00 $58,534.60 $30,618.00 $52,856.50 $13,646.27 $2,173.16 $1,000.00 $0.00 $15,567.05 $36,775.00 $27,848.50 $39,327.40 $6,420.00 $8,404.38 $10,200.00 $2,000.00 $52,405.00 $16,181.00 $6,200.00 $7,000.00 $21,330.00 $1,800.00 $1,000.00 $18,389.63 $55,463.80 $13,907.58 $41,553.00 $9,957.30 $9,906.00 $3,700.00 $12,500.00 $27,332.04 $5,851.90 $63,132.49 $20,526.00 $11,656.00 $2,426.00 $13,735.08 $28,969.34 $142,155.11 $2,812.00 $9,370.00 $3,557.99 $284.00 $12,715.00 $42,484.96 $23,219.63 $39,160.38
$2,305,138.97
$78,599.60
$459,283.17
$2,843,021.74
Note: The Synod and congregational figures may differ due to the closing of the Synod year and the congregational year.
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA TABLE OF CONTENTS AS OF AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31 2017
SYNOD TREASURER’S LETTER FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED – UNDESIGNATED OPERATING NET ASSETS – BUDGET VS ACTUAL SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN RESTRICTED NET ASSETS FOR COUNCIL DESIGNATED, FOR PERMANENTLY RESTRICTED, FOR TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED SCHEDULE OF PLEDGES, REVENUES AND EXPENSES – GROWING IN GOD’S MISSION APPEAL AND SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION JANUARY 31, 2017 Temporarily Restricted
Unrestricted
Permanently Restricted
Totals
Assets Cash & Cash Equivalents Investments Prepaid Expenses Property Available for Sale - Callahan Land, Buildings & Equipment, Net of Accumulated Depreciation
$
171,470 1,027,216 10,679 481,800
$
715,390 740,693 -
$
212,575 -
$
886,860 1,980,484 10,679 481,800
764,846
-
-
764,846
2,456,011
1,456,083
212,575
4,124,669
Liabilities Accounts Payable Deferred Revenue
215,987 18,351
-
-
215,987 18,351
Total Liabilities
234,338
-
-
234,338
Net Assets Unrestricted: Undesignated - Operating Council Designated Designated - Property and Equipment Temporarily Restricted Permanentlyl Restricted
208,771 1,247,356 765,546 -
1,456,083 -
212,575
208,771 1,247,356 765,546 1,456,083 212,575
Total Net assets
2,221,673
1,456,083
212,575
3,890,331
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
2,456,011
1,456,083
212,575
4,124,669
Total Assets Liabilities and Net Assets
Unaudited - See Treasurer's Letter
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED - UNDESIGNATED OPERATING NET ASSETS - BUDGET VS ACTUAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
SUPPORT AND REVENUE Congregational Mission Support Congregational SC Synod Support Fee Revenues Net Investment Income SC Lutheran Subscription Income General Contributions Rental Income Miscellaneous Noncongregational Support
$
Budget 2,410,000 75,000 20,000 25,000 15,000 3,600 -
$
Actual 2,305,624 79,400 25,381 46,550 19,998 3,600 5,282
VARIANCE FAVORABLE (UNFAVORABLE) $ (104,376) 4,400 5,381 21,550 4,998 5,282
TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE
2,548,600
2,485,835
(62,766)
EXPENSES Support, ELCA and Institutions: ELCA Support Region 9 Support Bishop's Discretionary Fund Institutions Total Support, ELCA and Institutions
1,007,380 12,000 1,650 345,000 1,366,030
965,880 12,000 1,650 318,324 1,297,854
41,500 26,676 68,176
Synod Programs: Deepening Discipleship Table Community Engagement Table Communication/Technology Table Synod Assembly Total Synod Programs
281,560 112,150 45,060 80,000 518,770
291,669 105,037 39,823 76,827 513,356
Administration and Operating Expenses
663,800
643,799
20,001
2,548,600
2,455,009
93,591
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Before Operating Transfers
-
30,825
30,825
Transfers Between Net Assets Loss on Sale of St. Matthew's Property Designated by Council to GGM
-
(36,720) (43,280)
(36,720) (43,280)
(49,175)
(49,175)
TOTAL EXPENSES
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
(10,109) a 7,113 5,237 3,173 5,414
Net Assets Beginning Balance
-
257,945
257,945
Net Assets Ending Balance
-
208,770
208,770
(a) Overspent amount approved by Synod Council. Unaudited - See Treasurer's Letter
South Carolina Synod of the ELCA SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED COUNCIL DESIGNATED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017 Net Assets Released from Net Asset Transfers/ Net Restrictions Balance Offerings/ Investment Transfers/ Accounts 2/1/2016 Receipts Income Expenditures
Callahan Property Campus Ministry - Principal Capital Improvements Reserve Disaster Relief Fund Synod Endowment Fund Candidacy Scholarship Support Bishop Discretionary Fund Ecumenical Advocacy Lutheran Coalition - Appalachia African American Partnership Christ Lutheran Building R&M ELCA Campaign Larcum Computers Upgrade Totals
481,800 160,000 207,635 11,234 339,179 7,627 727 1,000 500 6,438 8,534 10,000 6,368 13,502 1,254,544
24,181 1,308 54,191 3,031
42,661 15,250 3,433
1,951 10,233 10,000 6,368
3,031
79,680
89,897
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Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017 481,800 160,000 189,154 12,542 378,120 7,627 325 1,000 500 4,487 (1,699) 13,502 1,247,358
SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN PERMANENTLY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
Accounts J. M. Holman Trust Fund Ernest A. Brooks Trust Fund Cauble Mission Trust Fund Totals
Net Asset Balance 2/1/2016 151,660 10,000 50,915
Transfers/ Offerings/ Receipts
Net Investment Income
Net Assets Released from Restrictions Transfers/ Expenditures
212,575
Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017 151,660 10,000 50,915 212,575
SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
Accounts Growing in God's Mission Appeal and Safe Water for Tanzania Mission Congregations/SAWCs Accounts Special Contributions - Received & Remitted Hunger, Disaster, Institutions, etc. Youth Ministry Accounts Global Missions Accounts Trust Income Accounts Campus Ministry Gifts of Hope SC Flood Relief Christmas Eve TV Service Rami Moody Fund SC Synod Scholarship Others Accounts Total Temporarily Restricted Funds
Net Asset Balance 2/1/2016
Transfers/ Offerings/ Receipts
Net Investment Income
1,012,933 82,892
203,236 576,385
27,507
9,036
58,484
313,016 36,760 24,478 11,005 2,682 10,823 30,586 30,000 23,905 26,643 49,817
1,553,239
1,339,336
22,815 185,790 23,187 16,959 141,143
Unaudited - See Synod Treasurer's Letter
44,154
71,661
Net Assets Released from Restrictions Transfers/ Expenditures
Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017
315,552 465,624
928,124 193,653
322,052 33,010 43,151 40,416 4,497 14,195 171,729 30,000 15,000 52,926
3,750 4,142 200,533 21,372 13,587 23,905 11,643 55,375
1,508,152
1,456,084
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD - ELCA GROWING IN GOD'S MISSION APPEAL AND SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA REVENUE AND EXPENSES FEBRUARY 1, 2011 - JANUARY 31, 2017
GOAL OF THE GGM APPEAL
1,750,000 Total Revenue/ Expenses
GGM REVENUE AND EXPENSES GGM Revenue Donor Designated - For Ministries Donor Designated - For General Appeal Total From Donors Investment Income Total Revenue
Year Ended 1/31/2017
Prior Years
483,187 1,358,398 1,841,585 63,203 1,904,788
35,492 60,210 95,702 27,507 123,209
447,695 1,298,188 1,745,883 35,696 1,781,579
GGM Expenses Salaries and Benefits Office Supplies Promotional Materials Travel Miscellaneous Consulting Fees Total Expenses
131,950 5,402 37,172 3,140 682 116,000 294,346
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131,950 5,402 37,172 3,140 682 116,000 294,346
GGM Ministries Discipleship - Evangelism Discipleship - Stewardship Discipleship - Renewing Congregations Missions Under Development Missions Under Development Cristo Rey Missions Under Development (Donor Designated) Mission Planning Equipping Congregations Discipleship Training Ed-Ops for Tanzania
8,134 25,600 66,453 254,521 13,737 45,791 39,031 79,602 62,683 200,772
1,467 9,980 7,284 44,722 13,737 5,360 48,115 2,583 27,842
6,667 15,620 59,169 209,799 45,791 33,671 31,487 60,100 172,930
796,323
161,089
635,234
814,119
(37,880)
851,999
320,276 206,271
107,534 154,463
212,743 51,809
114,005
(46,929)
160,934
928,124
(84,809)
1,012,933
Total Ministries GGM Revenue over Expenses
SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA Revenue Expenditures Safe Water Revenue over Expenses Total GGM and Safe Water
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Bishops Report 2017 Our theme for this 192nd Assembly of SC Lutherans is “You are salt and light bringing out the God flavors and God colors in the World.” When Jesus taught about God’s mission for his disciples in the world he used three common images: salt, light and leaven. Each of these images helps us to reflect on the partnership and work that we have been engaged with this past year. Consider salt. Here are four ways that God has allowed us to season our world with the love and grace of Jesus Christ. First, children’s lives are being enhanced by our many congregational partnerships with community schools. Whether it is backpack ministries, afterschool homework clubs, or simply reading to children one hour a week, we are bringing out many different God flavors in children who are at risk. We are also doing this in partnership with the fellowship of SC Bishops (formerly known as LARCUM). One significant example of being salt came in our partnership with Rich Learning, and religious and community leaders in Allendale who participated in a two week drama, dance and arts based camp last August. In just two weeks these children were transformed and excited about sharing their learnings in an evening program for the whole community to attend. Special thanks goes to Trinity and St. Nicholas for their partnership. A second salt seasoning happened through our partnership with Lutheran Services Carolina, our SC Synod Disaster team and the ELCA Disaster Response in the ongoing relief efforts with victims of the 2015 and 2016 floods. Together we are now supporting two full time case managers who are helping families without insurance get the help needed for housing. A third way we are bringing out God’s flavors into our world is by helping to build our first ever Latino Lutheran Church for the people of Cristo Rey. When you realize that last year there were 42 baptisms celebrated in this mission congregation and that often 45-75 children come forward each week for a children’s message, we thank God for how the gospel is reaching a new generation of believers in Christ. Their witness to the gospel in the midst of these uncertain times in our country is an inspiration and a taste of God’s goodness and grace. We are also blessed by the growing congregations of Sagrada Familia and Nuestro Salvador. It also will be a profound joy when we celebrate the ordinations of our first Latino pastors in May, Pastor Jorge Leone and Pastor Alejandro Mejia. What wonderful gifts these two leaders are to the SC Synod and their mission congregations. The second image Jesus frequently used is that of light. Author Richard Rohr writes that “light itself is seldom seen, but rather through light everything else becomes visible. Christ is the light through which we see the true reality of everything else around us.” There are several places where the light of Christ has shown forth in new ways this past year. First we can consider the 500th Observance of the Reformation. Whether it was the lecture by Dr. Scott Hendrix at LTSS and that is available on our website, or the Lutheran Roman Catholic Dialogue celebrating the 32 agreements of Declaration on the Way towards the eventual sharing of the Eucharist together, or the Praying with Luther event, or all the congregations who studied together the Small Catechism, these events have been like a prism that shines the different colors of God’s grace into our lives. Our last event will be a joint service with the NC Synod in Charlotte on September 23rd with Bishop Eaton preaching and presiding. Another light shining moment came when five smaller congregations in the Prosperity area came together at the seminary with Dr. Mark Tidsworth to learn about the three big shifts that are happening in churches in this 21st century. Our newly named Vital Congregations Networks anticipates more opportunities for training congregational leaders around these shifts later this year. The third image Jesus used to talk about God’s mission was that of leaven or yeast. Here we understand that a little yeast produces a chemical reaction in dough that effects a whole loaf of delicious tasting bread. In a similar way God has been using the SC Synod like a leavening agent to create relationships of respect and understanding across racial barriers in our state. Under Pastor Leroy Cannon’s leadership we have hosted 13 Selma movie events involving over 70 congregations with one of them including an interfaith event with Jews and Muslims. In addition there have been three “Building Bridges Among Religious Leaders and Law Enforcement Leaders events.” There have also been two Bible studies, and two youth oriented “Remember the Titan” movie Events. Our Inclusiveness Network under the leadership of Pastor Jackie Utley has also led three congregational events focusing on racial reconciliation. Clearly God is at work in these transformative conversations across our synod opening hearts and minds to the dignity and worth of all people and overcoming barriers of race and prejudice that have been so destructive in our state.
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One other leavening effect that God has brought into our Synod has been the leadership of Pastor Rick Carter as our new Director of Evangelical Mission. He is the newest addition to our staff and has brought great energy, vision, and new insights into the work we do together. I hope you will welcome him and show him your appreciation as he moves around the state encouraging congregational vitality and growth. When I think of all of our Synod team, I can’t help but recognize how each of them contribute to the salt, light and leaven that we share together in Christ. Whether it is Eric’s passion for youth and young adult ministry, or Ginny’s organizational leadership with candidacy, global mission and assembly planning or Ozzie’s training of congregational stewardship leaders, God is using these gifted leaders to bless and empower congregational ministries across the synod. When it comes to our Executive Administrator, Jenny Spearen and Administration Assistant, Julie Koon, I am amazed at their capacity to tackle enormous challenges and deadlines with a cheerfulness and good humor that infects all of us and keeps us well balanced. When it comes to communications, Neal Fisher is not only a gift to us but has also been approached by other synods to help with their communication strategies as well. A year ago Charlene Fink was introduced as our new Administrative Assistant for Finance and has not only learned our complex financial system but has also been a blessing to Raymond Hendrix and congregational treasures. It is my prayer that as you read over these reports that you will keep these three images of salt, light and leaven in mind as we recognize how God is continuing to share with our world the God flavors and God colors of the world. In Christ Bishop Herman Official Acts April 1, 2016 – March 31, 2017) Anniversaries: July 31, 2016 – Celebration of the 8th Anniversary of Cristo Rey, West Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. September 25, 2016 – Celebration of the 140th Anniversary of St. Thomas, Chapin. Bishop Yoos preached. October 9, 2016 – Celebration of the 30th Anniversary of Christus Victor. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. January 22, 2017 – Celebration to the 275th Anniversary year at St. John’s, Charleston. Bishop Yoos preached. January 29, 2017 – Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Messiah, Mauldin. Bishop Yoos preached. February 12, 2017 – Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of St. Luke’s, Summerville. Bishop Yoos preached. March 12, 2017 – Celebration of the 3rd Anniversary of Nuestro Salvador. Bishop Yoos preached. Calls Accepted – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: April 1, 2016 – Rev. Diana S. Edis – Breath of Life, Blythewood April 24, 2016 – Rev. Beverly Aurand – Peak Springhill Parish April 25, 2016 – Rev. Kathy A. Campbell – Associate Pastor of Congregation Care, Central United Methodist, Florence July 3, 2016 – Rev. Rick Carter – Director of Evangelical Mission, SC Synod May 9, 2016 – Rev. Rick C. Inman – Sandy Run, Swansea May 15, 2016 – Rev. Scott L. Holland – Bethlehem, Irmo June 13, 2016 – Rev. Norris G. Van Dyke – St. Peter’s, Pawleys Island June 26, 2016 – Rev. Jeffrey M. Erbskorn, Senior Pastor of St. Paul, Aiken August 1, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III – Christ, Hilton Head August 15, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards – The Heritage at Lowman, Lutheran Homes of South Carolina August 22, 2016 – Rev. Eric S. Childers – St. Matthew, Charleston September 6, 2016 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer – Rice Estates, Lutheran Homes of South Carolina September 19, 2016 – Rev. Mikki C. Gay – Pastor for Renewal and Transformation, South Carolina Synod (non-stipendiary call) October 1, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger – University, Clemson October 9, 2016 – Rev. Sean A. Miller – Chaplain, Agape Hospice October 16, 2016 – Rev. Rufus “Rusty” B. Kehl – Immanuel, Greenwood October 17, 2016 – Rev. E. Ray Mohrmann – Development Officer (South Carolina), Lutheran Services Carolinas November 1, 2016 – R. Alan Kinsey – Holy Communion, Spartanburg – Two Year Term Call December 11, 2017 – W. Seth Gibson – Gethsemane, Columbia December 16, 2016 – Rev. Karen S. Hawkins – Call to Interim Ministry for a term of two-years. February 5, 2017 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer – Good Shepherd, Swansea
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February 27, 2017 – Rev. Phillip E. Clark – Interim Ministry, SC Synod (2 year term) March 27, 2017 – Rev. John D. Stirewalt, St. John, Lexington Calls Accepted – Ministers of Word and Service: May 1, 2016 – Ashlyn S. Cox, Director of Christian Education and Fellowship, Grace, Gilbert May 28, 2016 – Justin Rimbo, Mission Developer for Sobremesa Community, Columbia January 3, 2017 – Shelley Allen, Director of Family Life Ministry, Joy, Moore Celebrations and Special Services: April 3, 2016 – Worship Service at St. John, Spartanburg. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 3, 2016 – Worship Service at Faith, Newberry. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. April 10, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Andrew’s, Blythewood. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 10, 2016 – Worship Service at Gethsemane, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. April 17, 2016 – Worship Service at Sagrada Familia. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. April 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Spring into Action. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. May 1, 2016 – Worship Service and dedication of Crossroads, Indian Land Sanctuary. Bishop Yoos preached. May 29, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Stephen’s, Lexington. Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher preached, presided and assisted with the baptisms of Austin Mintz and Carsyn and Peyton Antley. June 5, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethany, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. June 9, 2016 – Worship Service at Ebenezer, Columbia for Synod Assembly Worship. Bishop Yoos preached. June 16, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church. Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf assisted with the service. June 19, 2016 – Worship Service at St. John, Beaufort. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. June 26, 2016 – Worship service at Pilgrim, Lexington. Assistant to the Bishop led a sermon interview, assisted with Holy Communion and led a Service of Sending. July 7, 2016 – Worship Service at Bridge Building Camp. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. July 10, 2016 – Worship Service at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. July 12, 2016 – Columbia Young Adult Group. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. July 21, 2016 – Worship Service for Race and Reconciliation at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. July 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Gethsemane, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and attended a congregational meeting. July 24, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Paul, Gilbert. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. August 7, 2016 – Worship Service at Summer Memorial, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. August 14, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Peter’s, Pawley’s Island. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer assisted with Holy Communion and Installed N. Gregory Van Dyke. August 28, 2016 – Worship Service at Pilgrim, Lexington. Bishop Yoos preached and met with the council. August 28, 2016 – Worship Service at Redeemer, Newberry. Assistant to the Bishop at Wolf preached. September 11, 2016 – Worship Service at Wittenberg, Leesville. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. September 11, 2016 – Worship Service at Reformation, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. September 11, 2016 – Commemoration of September 11th, Incarnation, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. September 13, 2016 – Columbia Young Adult Ministry. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Mark’s, Isle of Palms. Bishop Yoos preached and celebrated with the congregation. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Olivet, Chapin. Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher preached. September 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Mt. Hermon, West Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. October 2, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Pomaria. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and assisted with Holy Communion. October 2, 2016 – Worship Service at Sandy Run, Swansea. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. October 11, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. October 16, 2016 – Worship Service at St. James, Graniteville. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. October 16, 2016 – Worship Service at Providence. Bishop Yoos preached. October 23, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethel, White Rock. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. October 27, 2016 – Worship Service at Fall Convocation. Bishop Yoos preached, Assistant to the Bishops Aebischer and Wolf assisted. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Pomaria. Bishop Yoos preached. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at Sagrada Familia, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. October 30, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Mark, Isle of Palms. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 6, 2016 – Worship Service at Living Waters, Cherokee, NC. Bishop Yoos preached. November 13, 2016 – Worship Service at Good Shepherd, Swanse. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 15, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. November 20, 2016 – Worship Service at Wittenberg, Leesville. Bishop Yoos preached and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer
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presided. November 20, 2016 – Worship Service at LCY Hand in Hand event. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. November 27, 2016 – Worship Service at Macedonia, Prosperity. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. December 4, 2016 – Worship Service at St. Matthew, Charleston. Bishop Yoos preached. December 4, 2016 – Worship Service at Cristo Rey, West Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. December 6, 2016 – Worship Service at The Heritage at Lowman, White Rock. Bishop Yoos preached. December 13, 2016 – Worship Service with Columbia Young Adults. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf presided. December 18, 2016 – Worship Service at Faith, West Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. December 24, 2016 – Worship Service at Ebenezer, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. January 1, 2017 – Worship Service at Pomaria, Pomaria. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. January 8, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Clinton. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service at Mt. Calvary, Johnston. Bishop Yoos preached. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service and Dedication of new Sanctuary at Holy Spirit, Charleston. Bishop Yoos participated. January 15, 2017 – Worship Service at Holy Communion, Spartanburg. Assistant to the Bishop the Aebischer preached and presided. January 15, 2017 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Worship Service at Ascension, Columbia. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. January 20, 2017 – Council Retreat at St. Matthew’s, Charleston. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer led the event. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Our Shepherd, Hartsville. Bishop Yoos preached and presided. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Our Saviour, Greenville. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. February 5, 2017 – Worship Service at Bethlehem, Irmo. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached. February 12, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Charleston. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer worshipped and greeted the congregation. February 18, 2018 – Lutheran Men in Mission Convention, Shepherd of the Sea, Garden City. Bishop Yoos brought greetings. February 25, 2017 – Service on Racial Reconciliation at the NW Wisconsin Synod. Bishop Yoos gave the keynote address. February 26, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s, Walhalla. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached and presided. March 1, 2017 – Worship Service at St. John’s Beaufort. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer Assisted with Ashy Wednesday Imposition of Ashes. March 1, 2017 – Worship Service at St. James, Summit. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer Assisted with Ash Wednesday Holy Communion and Imposition of Ashes. March 12, 2017 – Worship Service at St. Michael, Moncks Corner. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer presided. March 12, 2017 – Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer led the Epiphany Conference Election of a Dean. March 16-27, 2017 – Official visit to Japan Evangelical Lutheran Church. Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer participated. March 19, 2017 – Worship Service at Tokyo Lutheran Church, Japan. Bishop Yoos preached. March 19, 2017 – 7th & 8th Grade Winter Retreat, Camp Kinard, Batesburg-Leesville. Assistant to the Bishop Wolf preached and presided. March 26, 2017 – Worship Service at Oe Lutheran Church, Kumomoto, Japan. Bishop Yoos preached. March 26, 2017 – Worship Service at Kumamoto Lutheran Church, Japan. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer preached. Commissioning – Minister of Word and Service Service of Commissioning and Installation for Ashlyn S. Cox was held on May 22, 2016 at 4:00 pm at Grace, Gilbert. Bishop Yoos presided. Service of Commission and Installation for Justin M. Rimbo was held on May 28, 2016 at 3:00 at Pilgrim, Lexington. Bishop Yoos presided. Deans Meeting: August 30, 2016 – Bishop Yoos, Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf attended. February 2, 2017 – Bishop Yoos, Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf attended. Deaths: June 3, 2016 – Patricia Steadman Hill, wife of Rev. Garth L. Hill. A celebration of life service was held on June 5, 2016 at Grace, Gilbert. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer represented the Synod. June 26, 2016 – Marguerite Thompson Wingard, wife of Rev. William F. Wingard. A funeral service was held at St. Philip, Myrtle Beach. July 6, 2016 – Martin Eric “Marty” Matthis. A memorial service was held on July 8, 2016 at Trinity, Fairfax. September 24, 2016 – Dorothy McLeod Stucke, wife of the late Rev. Clarence H. Stucke. A funeral service was held on September 27, 2016 at Mt. Horeb, Chapin. October 10, 2016 – Rose Nell Brandt, wife of Rev. Henry N. Brandt. A funeral service was held on October 13, 2016 at St. Luke’s, Prosperity. Bishop Yoos assisted with the service.
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November 24, 2016 – Harold Monroe Yoder. A memorial service was held on December 17, 2016 at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary Chapel. January 22, 2017 – Dolores Arlene Wiley Swygert, wife of the late Rev. Robert L. Swygert. A funeral service was held at Cedar Grove, Leesville. February 1, 2017 – Rev. Dr. Alfred Wayne Howell, Jr. A funeral service was held on February 4, 2017 at St. Luke, Florence. Bishop Yoos assisted with the service. February 8, 2017 – Julia Ganell “Junell” Shealy, wife of the Rev. Dr. E. Armand Shealy. A funeral service was held on February 10, 2017 at Bethel, White Rock and burial was held at Wittenberg, Leesville. Dedications: December 11, 2016 – Dedication of new sanctuary at Springs of Grace, Boiling Springs. Bishop Yoos preached. Installations – Ministers of Word and Sacrament June 5, 2016 – Rev. Scott L. Holland, Bethlehem, Irmo June 5, 2016 – Rev. Rick C. Inman, Sandy Run, Swansea June 26, 2016 – Rev. Diana Edis, Breath of Life, Blythewood July 17, 2016 – Rev. Beverly Aurand, Peak Spring Hill Parish July 17, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III, Christ, Hilton Head August 14, 2016 – Rev. N. Gregory Van Dyke, St. Peter’s, Pawleys Island August 21, 2016 – Rev. Michael R. Sherman, Messiah, Maudlin October 23, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III, Christ, Hilton Head October 23, 2016 – Rev. Rufus “Rusty” B. Kehl, Immanuel, Greenwood November 20, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger, University, Clemson December 4, 2016 – Rev. Eric Childers, St. Matthew, Charleston December 6, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards, The Heritage at Lowman May 13, 2017 – Rev. Michele C. Fischer, Good Shepherd, Swansea Installations – Minister of Word and Service: February 5, 2017 – Shelley M. Allen, Joy, Moore Installation December 4, 2016 – Mr. Jorge Leone, Cristo Rey, West Columbia Interims: Rev. Melvin E. Amundson – Ebenezer, Columbia Rev. Frank W. Anderson – St. Michael, Columbia Rev. B. Gene Baker – Reformation, Lancaster Rev. James P. Blalock – St. Johannes, Charleston Rev. A. Glenn Boland – Pilgrim, Lexington Rev. Gary L. Brandenburg – Wittenberg, Leesville Rev. Thomas A. Cassem – Martin Luther, Charleston Rev. Phillip E. Clark – St. Nicholas/Fairfax Parish Rev. David W. Coffman – Resurrection, Columbia Rev. Stephen G. Cooper – St. Mark, Isle of Palms Rev. Harry J. Crout – Silverstreet, Silverstreet Rev. William C. Ebener – Holy Trinity, Pelion Rev. David J. Edenfield – St. John’s, Clinton Rev. William “Seth” Gibson – St. Andrews, Blythewood Rev. James K. Glander – Mt. Pleasant, Saluda Rev. E. Arden Hallman, Jr., – Bethlehem, Pomaria Rev. David “Zeke” Hanford – St. John, Pomaria Rev. Karen S. Hawkins – All Saints, Mt. Pleasant Rev. W. Osborne “Ozzie” Herlong – Bethany, Lexington Rev. R. Alan Kinsey – Holy Communion, Spartanburg Rev. Robert E. McCollum – Bethany, Newberry Rev. Jane P. Mitcham – Lutheran Church of Incarnation Rev. Al Potter – Faith, Newberry Rev. Earl Schafer – Summer Memorial, Newberry Rev. Robert C. Schmeelcke – St. John, Walhalla
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Rev. Carroll L. Robinson – Pomaria, Pomaria Rev. John E. Wertz, Sr. – St. John, Lexington Rev. Paul B. Williams – St. Timothy, Whitmire Valentine Williams – St. Michael, Moncks Corner Stated Supply: Kyle Bates – Our Shepherd, Hartsville Adam Carnell – Our Shepherd, Hartsville Rev. G. Reginald “Reggie” Cruse – St. Peter, Batesburg Rev. Alvin H. Haigler – St. John, Pelion Rev. Paul A. Hirth – Pine Grove, Lone Star Rev. Maria E. Miller – Augsburg, Union Rev. Sean A. Miller – St. Matthias, Easley Rev. Christine Parham – Atonement, Laurens Rev. Floyd E. Sides – Bachman Chapel, Prosperity Rev. William “Bill” E. Stone – Trinity, Saluda Leadership Days: Bishop Yoos and Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf led these events March 13, 2017 – Epiphany, Rock Hill March 15, 2017 – Zion, Lexington March 29, 2017 – Shepherd of the Sea, Garden City Ordinations: April 24, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Diana Sox Edis held at Christus Victor, Columbia. Bishop Yoos presided. Pastor Lord accepted a call to Breath of Life, Blythewood. July 9, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Drew Jordan Yoos held at Good Shepherd, Columbia. Bishop Yoos preached. Pastor Yoos accepted a call to Light the Cross, Bothell, Washington. October 15, 2016 – Service of Ordination for Rufus “Rusty” B, Kehl held at Christus Victor, Columbia. Bishop Yoos presided. Pastor Kehl accepted a call to Immanuel, Greenwood. February 11, 2017 – Service of Ordination for Mary Elise Scott held at Ballard First Lutheran in Seattle, Washington. Pastor Scott accepted a call to Ballard First, Seattle. Resignations– Ministers of Word and Service: October 12, 2016 – Deacon Cynthia B. Epps (resigned from the ELCA Roster) Resignations – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: April 6, 2016 – Rev. Christine Parham – Lutheran Homes of South Carolina June 30, 2016 – Rev. Danielle D. Shealy – University, Clemson July 3, 2016 – Rev. Richard “Rick” T. Carter – Crossroads, Indian Land July 11, 2016 – Rev. David H. Brooks – Ebenezer, Columbia July 26, 2016 – Rev. Jay R. Gamelin, Pilgrim, Lexington August 20, 2016 – Rev. Derald H. Edwards – Pomaria/St. John Parish August 15, 2016 – Rev. Michael R. Sherman – Wittenberg, Leesville September 29, 2016 – Rev. Jon D. Heiliger – Lord of Life, Bluffton October 8, 2016 – Rev. Sean A. Miller – St. Matthias, Easley October 12, 2016 – Rev. E. Ray Mohrmann – All Saints, Mt. Pleasant December 31, 2016 – Rev. Mary W. Anderson – Incarnation, Columbia January 23, 2017 – Rev. Alex A. Chartier (resigned from the ELCA Roster) February 6, 2017 – Rev. David H. Brooks (resigned from the ELCA Roster) Retirement – Minister of Word and Sacrament: June 1, 2016 – Rev. Robert T. Byrne – St. Paul, Aiken June 1, 2016 – Rev. Bonnie Mefferd – St. Mark, Isle of Palms July 1, 2016 – Rev. Bob Beaver – Director of Evangelical Mission, SC Synod August 31, 2016 – Rev. Dwight C. Wessinger, St. Michael, Columbia December 1, 2016 – Rev. Frank G. Honeycutt, St. John, Walhalla February 28, 2017 – Rev. Robert G. Coon, SC Lutheran Homes Foundation
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Retirement – Minister of Word and Service: January 1, 2017 – Sister Carol A. Burk – St. Barnabas, Charleston Special Events: May 26, 2016 – Building Bridges event between law enforcement and religious leaders at Living Springs, Columbia. Bishop Yoos helped to lead this event. June 26, 2016 – Cristo Rey dinner for Building kick-off. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer brought greeting from the Synod. July 26, 2016 – Bishop Yoos met with the Congregation at Cross and Crown, Florence. August 7-13, 2016 – Bishop Yoos attended Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA August 7-13, 2016 – ELCA Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA. Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer served as Chaplain for Vice President Candidates. August 7-13, 2016 – Assistant the Bishop Wolf attended Churchwide Assembly, New Orleans, LA. August 14, 2016 – Joint Council Meeting with St. John, Pomaria and Pomaria, Pomaria. Bishop Yoos met with the councils. Transfers Granted – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: July 31, 2016 – Rev. Danielle Shealy, North/West Lower Michigan Synod December 2016 – Rev. Joshua K. Brecht, Central State Synod January 1, 2017 – Rev. David R. Bauser, Texas-Louisiana Gulf Coast Synod January 22, 2017 – Rev. Clayton J. Schmit, East Central Synod of Wisconsin Transfers Received – Ministers of Word and Sacrament: May 2, 2016 – Rev. Stephen J. Nelson from the Southwestern Minnesota Synod May 2, 2016 – Rev. Gary Brandenburg from the Southwestern Minnesota Synod May 4, 2016 – Rev. Warren G. Martin from the Delaware-Maryland Synod August 1, 2016 – Rev. Emil H. Klatt, III from the Southern Ohio Synod August 8, 2016 – Rev. Norris Gregory Van Dyke from the Allegheny Synod August 22, 2016 – Rev. Eric S. Childers from the North Carolina Synod. Spirit-Led Time of Renewal Congregational Events: May 22, 2016 – Summer Memorial, Newberry (led by Assistant to the Bishop Wolf and Rev. Bob Beaver) July 7, 2016 – Crossroads, Indian Land (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebsicher) September 18, 2016 – St. Mark, Isle of Palms (led by Bishop Yoos) October 16, 2016 – Pilgrim, Lexington (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) November 20, 2016 – Wittenberg, Leesville (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) January 21, 2017 – Lord of Life, Bluffton (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer) January 29, 2017 – Redeemer, Charleston (led by Assistants to the Bishop Aebischer and Wolf) February 26, 2017 – St. John’s, Walhalla (led by Bishop Yoos and Assistant to the Bishop Aebischer)
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Report of the Vice President We have had another exciting year as a Synod Council where we have been guided by the Holy Spirit and this scripture verse Matthew 5:16 used at our Synod Council Retreat, “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” God has gifted each of us in God’s own way, and as Synod Council Leaders we are using these gifts to their fullest extent with the business that the Spirit is leading us to discern and govern. We open each meeting with God’s word and prayer, for we all need the Spirit to encourage and guide us. We continue to invest 15-20 minutes of each meeting to discussing experiences of how we individually and corporately have addressed racism. We invite our Lutheran Institutions and Agencies on a rotating basis to each of our meetings and enjoy learning and growing as partners in ministry. We faithfully carryout our governing responsibilities, while also embracing our membership into the three expressions of our church: Congregation, Synod, and Churchwide. We are extremely blessed with the many disciples who serve on our varied Synod Task Forces, Networks, and Tables (Community Engagement, Deepening Discipleship, and Communication and Technology). It is through these leaders where the Spirit is blazing and people’s lives are being touched by Jesus’ grace. When we invest our time wisely in doing what the Spirit calls us to do, then we collectively can shine and be on fire for Jesus to Join our Neighbors, Serve Boldly, and Love All through Christ. Thank you for our partnership together,
Lexanne K. Graves
South Carolina Synod of the ELCA
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Report of the Secretary 2017 It is an honor to do this work as secretary of the South Carolina (SC) Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA). In this role I have seen how God is at work in the faithful leadership of laypersons, rostered ministers and congregations. The duties of this office include the recording of the minutes of the Synod Council meetings and the Synod Assemblies. This office is assisted by a dedicated support staff that carries out many details: Neal Fischer, Charlene Fink, Julie A. Koon and Jenny A. Spearen. The Rev. Virginia S. Aebischer, assistant to the bishop, and Julie A. Koon, have ably prepared the Bulletin of Reports and the Directory and Minutes of the South Carolina Synod 2016. Virginia Herlong and Carolyn Torrence assisted in the recording of the Minutes of the South Carolina Synod Assembly 2016. I extend my sincere appreciation and thanks to these persons for all their assistance. Other duties of this office include correspondence on Synod Council actions, providing for the archives and communication with the Churchwide organization. I am also serving as Chair, Constitution Committee. In order to better preserve the history and heritage of the SC Synod, congregations are encouraged to use the James R. Crumley Jr., Archives, Region 9, ELCA, housed at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Columbia. I would like to encourage congregations to collect records and publish historical information. As secretary, assisted by synod staff and volunteers, I am responsible for the continuing assessment, retention and transfer of archival materials. The archives is a good site for older and original parish registers; micro-film copies of current parish registers or older parish registers; copies of congregational histories and anniversary booklets (especially 25 year increments); and photographs of church buildings. Micro-film copies of the parish register are provided free of charge at South Caroliniana Library if a congregation will deposit a copy with the library. Each year, the statistics of the congregations of this synod are collected and compiled by the Office of the Secretary, ELCA. This data provides a detailed picture of statistical trends for each congregation and for this synod. There were 119 congregations out of 153 congregations that filed reports at the end of December 31, 2015. The baptized membership reported was 45,985 at the end of 2015 (the latest year that statistics were available at the time this report was written). The average size of a congregation in this synod is 304 baptized members. Regular giving by members in congregations increased by $660,376 from $33,026,046 to $33,686,422. Average giving per confirmed member increased in 2015 by $14.74 to $1,072.27. The average Sunday worship attendance per congregation was 105 persons (34% of baptized members). Form A - Summary of Congregational Statistics are available on the Synod Website. Go to www.scsynod.com, under About Us Menu, select Bulletin of Reports and Directory. In accordance with S7.32.A14.f. of the Constitution, Bylaws and Continuing Resolutions of the South Carolina Synod, ELCA, I recommend that two copies of the Minutes of the 2016 South Carolina Synod Assembly, which have been certified by the bishop and the secretary as the official protocol of that assembly, be approved and placed in the archives. Rev. W. Osborne Herlong Jr., Secretary South Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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REPORT OF THE TREASURER Year Ended January 31, 2017 Referred to as 2016-17 I consider it a privilege and honor to serve as treasurer of the SC Synod. I thank you for re-electing me to a fourth term. I give thanks to the Synod accountant, Charlene Fink, who has served in this capacity since May 2016. Mission Support Below is a summary of mission support from the congregations for the year 2016-17 as compared to 201516: 2016-17 2015-16 Mission Support Budgeted $2,485,000 $2,452,500 Mission Support Received $2,385,024 $2,421,981 Since 2008 mission support has been declining. For the past three to four years, I have been optimistic that the decline would reach the bottom and start an upward trend. Unfortunately, 2016-17 received the lowest mission support since 2008. In addition to mission support, the Synod received $459,000 in 2016-17 for other funds (ministries) such as World Hunger, Disaster Relief, Missionary Support, Malaria Campaign, etc. Mission support from the 153 congregations is presented in the schedule on the following pages. Expenditures Below is a summary of expenditures for the year 2016-17 as compared to 2015-16:
Mission Benevolence Institutions Deepening Discipleship Table Community Engagement Table Communication/Technology Table Operating Expenses Total Expenditures
2016-17 $ 979,530 $ 318,324 $ 291,669 $ 105,037 $ 116,658 $ 643,791 $2,455,009
2015-16 $ 994,415 $ 347,750 $ 268,230 $ 109,044 $ 133,223 $ 661,938 $2,514,600
The ELCA support for 2016-17 was 41.8% of unrestricted mission support. For a comparison of expenditures with the budget, see the following financial statements. Budget The budget approved by the Synod Assembly for 2017-18 is $2,566,600 with support for the ELCA at 42% and a 2% pay increase for the staff. The budget approved by the Synod Council to be recommended to the 2017 Synod Assembly for 2018-19 is $2,478,600 with support for the ELCA at 42.5%. To fund these budgets, the Synod is asking each congregation to give a minimum of 10% of their offering each year. As congregations depend on some members to give more than others, the Synod also depends on some congregations to give more than other congregations. According to Luke 12:48 “From everyone who has been giving much, much will be demanded.” Investment Income The annual performance of our investments was better than expected. Investment income earned this year amounted to $197,705 as compared to $13,416 for January 31, 2016. This was due to a strong market for mutual funds. Investment income was allocated to the (1) operating fund - $46,364; (2) council designated funds - $79,680; and (3) temporarily restricted funds - $71,661. Other Items The property on Lake Murray continues to be on the market. The St. Matthew’s property was sold for $50,000 and the net proceeds were given to GGM to be used for mission congregations. “GOD’S WORK. OUR HANDS.” We are all members of the EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA and as members we worship in our individual congregations, support local ministries, support joint ministries through the SC Synod and the ELCA. I believe that the work we do together is a great benefit to God’s people. Raymond L. Hendrix, Jr., Treasurer
South Carolina Synod of the ELCA
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South Carolina Synod, ELCA Mission Support, SC Synod Support & Other Funds February 1, 2016 through January 31, 2017
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51
Congregation All Saints 07396, Mt. Pleasant Ascension 05596, Columbia Atonement 05658, Laurens Augsburg 05648, Union Bachman Chapel 05640, Prosperity Beth Eden 05628, Newberry Bethany 05627, Newberry Bethany 05721, Lexington Bethel 05620, White Rock Bethlehem 05608, Irmo Bethlehem 05637, Pomaria Bethlehem 05703, Leesville Breath of Life 30796, Blythewood Cedar Grove 05705, Leesville Christ 07329, Hilton Head Christ Mission Christ the King 05621, Columbia Christ the King 16415, Greenville Christus Victor 07571, Columbia Circle of Grace 30625, Gaffney Colony 05630, Newberry Corinth 05724, Saluda Cross and Crown 07503, Florence Crossroads 30706, Fort Mill Ebenezer 05598, Columbia Ehrhardt Memorial 05677, Ehrhardt Emmanuel 05614, West Columbia Enon 05704, Leesville Epiphany 30081, Rock Hill Faith 05615, West Columbia Faith 05631, Newberry Faith 05683, Johns Island Faith 05696, Batesburg-Leesville Faith Chapel 30683, Pickens Gethsemane 05599, Columbia Good Hope 05727, Ward Good Shepherd 05600, Columbia Good Shepherd 05612, Swansea Good Shepherd 05692, Walterboro Grace 05611, Rock Hill Grace 05643, Prosperity Grace 05698, Gilbert Holy Communion 05659, Spartanburg Holy Spirit 30725, Charleston Holy Trinity 05651, Anderson Holy Trinity 05722, Pelion Hope 30080, Vance Immanuel 05657, Greenwood Incarnation 05601, Columbia Joy 30418, Moore King of Glory 07449, North Myrtle Beach
Mission Support
$43,917.29 $733.34 $0.00 $1,200.00 $12,802.00 $300.00 $6,987.83 $2,890.00 $19,500.00 $13,230.00 $9,423.75 $10,000.00 $8,748.99 $25,000.00 $33,709.94 $1,000.00 $7,507.50 $1,928.00 $34,740.00 $1,200.00 $5,815.46 $0.00 $20,815.33 $12,000.00 $13,269.52 $2,700.00 $30,796.77 $550.00 $1,610.00 $12,707.35 $0.00 $3,630.00 $1,650.00 $0.00 $4,992.00 $0.00 $51,770.01 $0.00 $8,800.00 $59,479.74 $18,682.99 $9,468.00 $5,625.00 $1,000.00 $22,250.04 $1,236.00 $6,000.00 $44,905.00 $9,999.12 $47,583.33 $25,813.64
SC Synod Support
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,325.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,131.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Other Funds
$3,057.00 $0.00 $0.00 $880.00 $315.00 $0.00 $405.00 $125.00 $0.00 $0.00 $903.25 $0.00 $0.00 $3,925.00 $83.12 $250.00 $0.00 $0.00 $4,302.84 $800.00 $0.00 $21,303.89 $10,704.85 $7,500.00 $586.00 $207.74 $160.25 $0.00 $0.00 $460.50 $38.00 $10.00 $2,020.00 $0.00 $2,180.00 $0.00 $6,779.18 $0.00 $2,260.62 $2,531.95 $1,878.82 $2,500.31 $358.43 $0.00 $14,776.00 $2,518.57 $0.00 $1,100.00 $3,134.67 $5,450.00 $1,385.00
Total $46,974.29 $733.34 $0.00 $2,080.00 $13,117.00 $300.00 $7,392.83 $3,015.00 $19,500.00 $13,230.00 $10,327.00 $10,000.00 $8,748.99 $28,925.00 $33,793.06 $1,250.00 $7,507.50 $1,928.00 $39,042.84 $2,000.00 $5,815.46 $26,628.89 $31,520.18 $19,500.00 $13,855.52 $2,907.74 $30,957.02 $550.00 $1,610.00 $13,167.85 $38.00 $3,640.00 $3,670.00 $0.00 $7,172.00 $0.00 $58,649.19 $0.00 $11,060.62 $62,011.69 $21,693.31 $11,968.31 $5,983.43 $1,000.00 $37,026.04 $3,754.57 $6,000.00 $46,005.00 $13,133.79 $53,033.33 $27,198.64
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Mission Support Congregation Living Springs 07829, Columbia $33,590.04 Lord of Life 30351, Bluffton $36,000.00 Lutheran Church by the Lake 30369, McCormic $35,000.00 Macedonia 05644, Prosperity $0.00 Martin Luther 05668, Charleston $14,261.13 Messiah 05663, Mauldin $10,880.43 Messiah 05687, Hanahan $14,857.82 Mt. Calvary 05701, Johnston $9,916.67 Mt. Hebron 05706, Leesville $12,625.00 Mt. Hermon 05616, West Columbia $10,000.00 Mt. Hermon 05636, Peak $8,435.00 Mt. Horeb 05589, Chapin $55,666.63 Mt. Olivet 05645, Prosperity $100.00 Mt. Olivet 05650, Chapin $9,987.00 Mt. Pilgrim 05625, Prosperity $2,370.00 Mt. Pleasant 05678, Ehrhardt $5,000.00 Mt. Pleasant 05729, Saluda $8,333.33 Mt. Tabor 05617, West Columbia $61,019.31 Mt. Tabor 05626, Little Mountain $26,114.00 Nazareth 05710, Lexington $600.00 Orangeburg 05688, Orangeburg $4,840.00 Our Saviour 05618, West Columbia $11,000.00 Our Saviour 05654, Greenville $33,883.00 Our Shepherd 07234, Hartsville $0.00 Peace 07331, Charleston Heights $12,000.00 Pilgrim 05712, Lexington $11,000.00 Pine Grove 05684, Lone Star $3,900.00 Pisgah 05713, Lexington $22,147.16 Pomaria 05638, Pomaria $1,600.02 Providence 05711, Lexington $11,319.00 Redeemer 05623, Columbia $48,904.17 Redeemer 05633, Newberry $12,000.00 Redeemer 05669, Charleston $29,074.00 Redeemer 05730, Greer $6,000.00 Reformation 05602, Columbia $20,304.00 Reformation 05610, Lancaster $8,333.33 Resurrection 05603, Columbia $100.00 Resurrection 05665, Cameron $24,627.07 Sandy Run 05613, Swansea $6,235.00 Shepherd of the Sea 07420, Garden City $34,097.33 Silverstreet 05647, Silverstreet $2,740.00 Springs of Grace 30443, Inman $7,000.00 St. Andrew 05585, Blythewood $1,000.00 St. Andrew's 05604, Columbia $49,008.00 St. Barnabas 05671, Charleston $10,200.00 St. David 05619, West Columbia $45,640.98 St. James 05590, Sumter $1,283.85 St. James 05629, Newberry $2,594.00 St. James 05700, Graniteville $17,666.63 St. James 05708, Summit $10,000.00 St. James 05715, Lexington $10,500.00 St. Johannes 05672, Charleston $4,000.00 St. John 05609, Irmo $6,000.00 St. John 05642, Pomaria $9,370.00
SC Synod Support
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $0.00 $1,640.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $1,850.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $758.00 $10,564.50 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
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Other Funds
$312.94 $3,434.05 $4,150.00 $31,655.00 $130.00 $779.60 $4,713.69 $7,686.00 $1,960.50 $655.00 $103.00 $13,460.90 $0.00 $480.00 $1,195.00 $501.00 $1,119.90 $4,792.38 $3,172.00 $0.00 $2,042.00 $2,479.75 $11,042.00 $0.00 $0.00 $150.00 $266.00 $17,691.02 $1,952.00 $150.00 $9,212.82 $4,510.00 $3,602.00 $340.00 $1,428.06 $407.00 $0.00 $3,585.77 $2,476.33 $3,255.67 $1,008.00 $341.00 $0.00 $7,048.50 $5,901.00 $24,912.25 $3,873.00 $245.00 $5,351.26 $436.43 $1,390.00 $2,000.00 $0.00 $880.00
Total $33,902.98 $39,434.05 $39,150.00 $32,655.00 $14,391.13 $13,300.03 $19,571.51 $17,602.67 $14,585.50 $10,655.00 $8,538.00 $69,127.53 $100.00 $10,467.00 $3,565.00 $5,501.00 $9,453.23 $65,811.69 $29,286.00 $600.00 $6,882.00 $13,479.75 $44,925.00 $1,850.00 $12,000.00 $11,150.00 $4,166.00 $39,838.18 $3,552.02 $11,469.00 $58,116.99 $16,510.00 $32,676.00 $6,340.00 $21,732.06 $8,740.33 $100.00 $28,212.84 $8,711.33 $37,353.00 $3,748.00 $7,341.00 $1,000.00 $56,056.50 $16,101.00 $71,311.23 $15,721.35 $2,839.00 $23,017.89 $10,436.43 $11,890.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $10,250.00
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106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153
Congregation St. John 05653, Clinton St. John 05661, Spartanburg St. John 05662, Walhalla St. John 05664, Beaufort St. John 05673, Charleston St. John 05702, Johnston St. John 05714, Lexington St. John 05723, Pelion St. Luke 05605, Columbia St. Luke 05622, Florence St. Luke 05646, Prosperity St. Luke 05691, Summerville St. Mark 05690, Isle of Palms St. Mark 05725, Batesburg-Leesville St. Matthew 05639, Pomaria St. Matthew 05666, Cameron St. Matthew 05674, Charleston St. Matthew 05716, Lexington St. Matthias 07330, Easley St. Michael 05606, Columbia St. Michael 05655, Greenville St. Michael 05694, Moncks Corner St. Nicholas 05680, Fairfax St. Paul 05641, Pomaria St. Paul 05695, Aiken St. Paul 05699, Gilbert St. Paul's 05607, Columbia St. Paul's 05685, Mt. Pleasant St. Peter 05592, Chapin St. Peter 05697, Batesburg-Leesville St. Peter 07693, Pawleys Island St. Philip 05634, Newberry St. Philip 05686, Myrtle Beach St. Stephen's 05718, Lexington St. Thomas 05593, Chapin St. Timothy 05587, Camden St. Timothy 05649, Whitmire Summer Memorial 05635, Newberry Transfiguration 05588, Cayce Trinity 05656, Greenville Trinity 05679, Elloree Trinity 05681, Fairfax Trinity 05682, Georgetown Trinity 05728, Saluda Union 05707, Leesville University 05652, Clemson Wittenberg 05709, Leesville Zion 05719, Lexington Grand Total
Mission Support
SC Synod Support
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Other Funds
Total
$340.00 $55,000.00 $27,000.00 $39,508.00 $8,084.27 $1,882.49 $1,000.00 $0.00 $14,912.05 $24,850.00 $21,586.25 $33,508.35 $6,420.00 $0.00 $9,850.00 $2,000.00 $38,999.99 $13,900.00 $5,600.00 $6,850.00 $20,000.00 $1,800.00 $0.00 $15,515.13 $53,975.80 $11,500.00 $39,600.00 $6,112.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 $12,500.00 $0.00 $5,300.00 $57,500.04 $20,226.00 $10,716.00 $2,426.00 $10,000.08 $25,133.34 $105,000.00 $2,666.00 $0.00 $2,200.00 $200.00 $0.00 $42,449.96 $22,916.63 $32,518.75
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,957.25 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $13,000.01 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $641.30 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $27,332.04 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 $10,800.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
$0.00 $3,534.60 $3,618.00 $13,348.50 $5,562.00 $290.67 $0.00 $0.00 $655.00 $11,925.00 $2,305.00 $5,819.05 $0.00 $8,404.38 $350.00 $0.00 $405.00 $2,281.00 $600.00 $150.00 $1,330.00 $0.00 $1,000.00 $2,874.50 $1,488.00 $2,407.58 $1,953.00 $3,204.00 $9,906.00 $1,200.00 $0.00 $0.00 $551.90 $5,632.45 $300.00 $940.00 $0.00 $3,735.00 $3,836.00 $37,155.11 $146.00 $8,870.00 $1,357.99 $84.00 $1,915.00 $35.00 $303.00 $6,641.63
$340.00 $58,534.60 $30,618.00 $52,856.50 $13,646.27 $2,173.16 $1,000.00 $0.00 $15,567.05 $36,775.00 $27,848.50 $39,327.40 $6,420.00 $8,404.38 $10,200.00 $2,000.00 $52,405.00 $16,181.00 $6,200.00 $7,000.00 $21,330.00 $1,800.00 $1,000.00 $18,389.63 $55,463.80 $13,907.58 $41,553.00 $9,957.30 $9,906.00 $3,700.00 $12,500.00 $27,332.04 $5,851.90 $63,132.49 $20,526.00 $11,656.00 $2,426.00 $13,735.08 $28,969.34 $142,155.11 $2,812.00 $9,370.00 $3,557.99 $284.00 $12,715.00 $42,484.96 $23,219.63 $39,160.38
$2,305,138.97
$78,599.60
$459,283.17
$2,843,021.74
Note: The Synod and congregational figures may differ due to the closing of the Synod year and the congregational year.
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA TABLE OF CONTENTS AS OF AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31 2017
SYNOD TREASURER’S LETTER FINANCIAL STATEMENTS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED – UNDESIGNATED OPERATING NET ASSETS – BUDGET VS ACTUAL SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN RESTRICTED NET ASSETS FOR COUNCIL DESIGNATED, FOR PERMANENTLY RESTRICTED, FOR TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED SCHEDULE OF PLEDGES, REVENUES AND EXPENSES – GROWING IN GOD’S MISSION APPEAL AND SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION JANUARY 31, 2017 Temporarily Restricted
Unrestricted
Permanently Restricted
Totals
Assets Cash & Cash Equivalents Investments Prepaid Expenses Property Available for Sale - Callahan Land, Buildings & Equipment, Net of Accumulated Depreciation
$
171,470 1,027,216 10,679 481,800
$
715,390 740,693 -
$
212,575 -
$
886,860 1,980,484 10,679 481,800
764,846
-
-
764,846
2,456,011
1,456,083
212,575
4,124,669
Liabilities Accounts Payable Deferred Revenue
215,987 18,351
-
-
215,987 18,351
Total Liabilities
234,338
-
-
234,338
Net Assets Unrestricted: Undesignated - Operating Council Designated Designated - Property and Equipment Temporarily Restricted Permanentlyl Restricted
208,771 1,247,356 765,546 -
1,456,083 -
212,575
208,771 1,247,356 765,546 1,456,083 212,575
Total Net assets
2,221,673
1,456,083
212,575
3,890,331
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
2,456,011
1,456,083
212,575
4,124,669
Total Assets Liabilities and Net Assets
Unaudited - See Treasurer's Letter
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SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED - UNDESIGNATED OPERATING NET ASSETS - BUDGET VS ACTUAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
SUPPORT AND REVENUE Congregational Mission Support Congregational SC Synod Support Fee Revenues Net Investment Income SC Lutheran Subscription Income General Contributions Rental Income Miscellaneous Noncongregational Support
$
Budget 2,410,000 75,000 20,000 25,000 15,000 3,600 -
$
Actual 2,305,624 79,400 25,381 46,550 19,998 3,600 5,282
VARIANCE FAVORABLE (UNFAVORABLE) $ (104,376) 4,400 5,381 21,550 4,998 5,282
TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE
2,548,600
2,485,835
(62,766)
EXPENSES Support, ELCA and Institutions: ELCA Support Region 9 Support Bishop's Discretionary Fund Institutions Total Support, ELCA and Institutions
1,007,380 12,000 1,650 345,000 1,366,030
965,880 12,000 1,650 318,324 1,297,854
41,500 26,676 68,176
Synod Programs: Deepening Discipleship Table Community Engagement Table Communication/Technology Table Synod Assembly Total Synod Programs
281,560 112,150 45,060 80,000 518,770
291,669 105,037 39,823 76,827 513,356
Administration and Operating Expenses
663,800
643,799
20,001
2,548,600
2,455,009
93,591
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Before Operating Transfers
-
30,825
30,825
Transfers Between Net Assets Loss on Sale of St. Matthew's Property Designated by Council to GGM
-
(36,720) (43,280)
(36,720) (43,280)
(49,175)
(49,175)
TOTAL EXPENSES
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
(10,109) a 7,113 5,237 3,173 5,414
Net Assets Beginning Balance
-
257,945
257,945
Net Assets Ending Balance
-
208,770
208,770
(a) Overspent amount approved by Synod Council. Unaudited - See Treasurer's Letter
South Carolina Synod of the ELCA SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN UNRESTRICTED COUNCIL DESIGNATED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017 Net Assets Released from Net Asset Transfers/ Net Restrictions Balance Offerings/ Investment Transfers/ Accounts 2/1/2016 Receipts Income Expenditures
Callahan Property Campus Ministry - Principal Capital Improvements Reserve Disaster Relief Fund Synod Endowment Fund Candidacy Scholarship Support Bishop Discretionary Fund Ecumenical Advocacy Lutheran Coalition - Appalachia African American Partnership Christ Lutheran Building R&M ELCA Campaign Larcum Computers Upgrade Totals
481,800 160,000 207,635 11,234 339,179 7,627 727 1,000 500 6,438 8,534 10,000 6,368 13,502 1,254,544
24,181 1,308 54,191 3,031
42,661 15,250 3,433
1,951 10,233 10,000 6,368
3,031
79,680
89,897
BR 2 - 18
Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017 481,800 160,000 189,154 12,542 378,120 7,627 325 1,000 500 4,487 (1,699) 13,502 1,247,358
SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN PERMANENTLY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
Accounts J. M. Holman Trust Fund Ernest A. Brooks Trust Fund Cauble Mission Trust Fund Totals
Net Asset Balance 2/1/2016 151,660 10,000 50,915
Transfers/ Offerings/ Receipts
Net Investment Income
Net Assets Released from Restrictions Transfers/ Expenditures
212,575
Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017 151,660 10,000 50,915 212,575
SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA SCHEDULE OF CHANGES IN TEMPORARILY RESTRICTED NET ASSETS YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2017
Accounts Growing in God's Mission Appeal and Safe Water for Tanzania Mission Congregations/SAWCs Accounts Special Contributions - Received & Remitted Hunger, Disaster, Institutions, etc. Youth Ministry Accounts Global Missions Accounts Trust Income Accounts Campus Ministry Gifts of Hope SC Flood Relief Christmas Eve TV Service Rami Moody Fund SC Synod Scholarship Others Accounts Total Temporarily Restricted Funds
Net Asset Balance 2/1/2016
Transfers/ Offerings/ Receipts
Net Investment Income
1,012,933 82,892
203,236 576,385
27,507
9,036
58,484
313,016 36,760 24,478 11,005 2,682 10,823 30,586 30,000 23,905 26,643 49,817
1,553,239
1,339,336
22,815 185,790 23,187 16,959 141,143
Unaudited - See Synod Treasurer's Letter
44,154
71,661
Net Assets Released from Restrictions Transfers/ Expenditures
Net Asset Balance 1/31/2017
315,552 465,624
928,124 193,653
322,052 33,010 43,151 40,416 4,497 14,195 171,729 30,000 15,000 52,926
3,750 4,142 200,533 21,372 13,587 23,905 11,643 55,375
1,508,152
1,456,084
South Carolina Synod of the ELCA
BR 2 - 19
SOUTH CAROLINA SYNOD - ELCA GROWING IN GOD'S MISSION APPEAL AND SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA REVENUE AND EXPENSES FEBRUARY 1, 2011 - JANUARY 31, 2017
GOAL OF THE GGM APPEAL
1,750,000 Total Revenue/ Expenses
GGM REVENUE AND EXPENSES GGM Revenue Donor Designated - For Ministries Donor Designated - For General Appeal Total From Donors Investment Income Total Revenue
Year Ended 1/31/2017
Prior Years
483,187 1,358,398 1,841,585 63,203 1,904,788
35,492 60,210 95,702 27,507 123,209
447,695 1,298,188 1,745,883 35,696 1,781,579
GGM Expenses Salaries and Benefits Office Supplies Promotional Materials Travel Miscellaneous Consulting Fees Total Expenses
131,950 5,402 37,172 3,140 682 116,000 294,346
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131,950 5,402 37,172 3,140 682 116,000 294,346
GGM Ministries Discipleship - Evangelism Discipleship - Stewardship Discipleship - Renewing Congregations Missions Under Development Missions Under Development Cristo Rey Missions Under Development (Donor Designated) Mission Planning Equipping Congregations Discipleship Training Ed-Ops for Tanzania
8,134 25,600 66,453 254,521 13,737 45,791 39,031 79,602 62,683 200,772
1,467 9,980 7,284 44,722 13,737 5,360 48,115 2,583 27,842
6,667 15,620 59,169 209,799 45,791 33,671 31,487 60,100 172,930
796,323
161,089
635,234
814,119
(37,880)
851,999
320,276 206,271
107,534 154,463
212,743 51,809
114,005
(46,929)
160,934
928,124
(84,809)
1,012,933
Total Ministries GGM Revenue over Expenses
SAFE WATER FOR TANZANIA Revenue Expenditures Safe Water Revenue over Expenses Total GGM and Safe Water
Unaudited - See Synod Treasuer's Letter
