First Presbyterian Church Report of the Year 2015...Phipps, Nominating Committee 28. Needles, Hooks...

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F i r s t P r e s b y t e r i a n C h u r c h

R e p o r t o f t h e Ye a r 2 0 1 5

Annual Meeting February 16,

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2015 Deacons Jeremy Fletcher, Moderator Sue Olson, Secretary/Treasurer

Deacons, Class of 2015 Rhonda Barr Sue Van Duyn-Phipps Jeremy Fletcher Paul Schaefer Sarah Swisher Glenn Van Roekel

Deacons, Class of 2016 Anita Burnett Louise Gisolfi Mary Linn Pauline Miller Maeleen Thorius Ben Urick

Deacons, Class of 2017 Stephanie Brentner David Carlson Liz Bolin Moses Kasiriba Cedric Lee Sue Olson

2015 Session

Sam Massey, Moderator Nancy Weber, Clerk of Session Larry Bruner, Treasurer

Elders, Class of 2015 Ann Burton Ann Grosscup Connie Richardson Perry Ross Carol Ulch Bob Youngquist

Elders, Class of 2016 John Barr Sue Dallam Ken Fisher Amy Fletcher Kevin Keith Dan Thedens

Elders, Class of 2017 Jim Claypool Vern Dengler Dale Kraus Ben Nicholson Judy Terry Richard Van Rheeden

First Presbyterian Church Staff Where Every Member is a Minister

Director of Music and Liturgical Arts ................................................................................ Darlene Bergman

Director of Instrumental Music ............................................................................................... Dennis Pedde

Organist (through September 13) ...................................................................................................... Pablo Gorin

Assistant Organist, JuBELLation Choir Director ................................................................. Ednamae Fisher

Director of Christian Education (through August 31) .................................................................... Jim Cochrane

Director of Jr & Sr. High Youth (beginning September 1) ............................................................... Jim Cochrane

Assistant for Youth Programs (through August 31) ................................................................ Amanda Edwards

Director of Equipping Ministry (beginning September 1) .......................................................... Amanda Edwards

Interim Director of Equipping Ministry (beginning November 1) ..................................................... Judy Whitford

Nursery Supervisor .................................................................................................. Debbie Torrens-Semler

Ministries Coordinator .................................................................................................... Tammy Schroeder

Church Manager ................................................................................................................... Tammy Foster

Financial Secretary .................................................................................................................... Saira Steen

Sexton .......................................................................................................................................... Gerald Hill

Music Ministry Intern ................................................................................................................ Emily Guthe

Pastor ...................................................................................................................................... Sam Massey

Corporation Officers

Robert Woodburn, President, through March 20, 2015 Jeri Smith, Vice President


TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

DOCKET OF ANNUAL MEETING 3

STATISTICS Membership and Necrology New Members, Baptisms, Marriages 4-5

LEADERSHIP REPORTS

Pastor 6 Music & Liturgical Arts 7-8 Christian Education 9

ACTIVITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS

Clerk of Session 10-13 Administration & Personnel Ministry 14 Equipping Ministry 15 FPC Men’s Group 15 Servanthood Ministry 16 Mission 16 Justice 17-18 Outreach 19 REALM 20 Support Ministry Building & Grounds 20 Finance 21 Endowment/Memorial 22 Scholarship 23 Stewardship 23 Worship & Celebration Ministry 24 175th Anniversary Celebration 24 Columbarium Committee 25 Deacons 26 Congregational Health Ministry Team 27 Nominating Committee 28 Needles, Hooks & Yarn . 29 Friends of Pasrur & Finance 29-30 Presbyterian Women 31 Eve Circle 32 Martha Circle 33 Rags to Stitches 30

FINANCE Presbyterian Women’s Financial Report 34 Deacons’ Financial Report 35 Treasurer’s Report 2016 Church Budget 36 Special Offerings & Assets Statement 37 Pastors Terms of Call 38

2016 Officers Contact Information 42

DOCKET

Annual Congregation-Corporation Meeting

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH February 14, 2016

I. Call to order of congregation/corporation

II. Opening prayer

III. Presentation of Finance report and review of 2016 budget

IV. Presentation and decision on pastor’s terms of call

V. Motion to approve session to read and approve congregational meeting minutes

VI. Motion to adjourn with prayer

VII. Closing prayer

First Presbyterian Church, Iowa City, Iowa

Annual Congregational Meeting to Elect 2018 Slate of

Officers by Nominating Committee, November 8, 2015

A quorum was declared. Pastor Sam called the meeting to

order at 11:30 a.m. and opened with prayer.

Ann Grosscup, Nominating Committee moderator, Ann read

the report of the Nominating Committee nominating the

following:

Elders, Class of 2016: Ed Cranston. Class of 2018: Nancy

Gardner, Ann Grosscup, Andreas Soemadi, Judy Whitford,

Bob Youngquist.

Deacons, class of 2018: Rhonda Barr, Aziza Bigaba, Mary

Helen Kennerly, Tom Martin, Cory Morris, Sue Van Duyn-

Phipps,

Nominating Committee of 2016: Jeremy Fletcher, Mary

Ann Pedde, Becky Ross, Don Ross.

No nominations were made from the floor when solicited.

Motion was approved to close nominations.

Motion was approved to elect all nominees in each category.

Motion was approved to authorize session to read and

approve the congregational meeting minutes and adjourn with

prayer.

Pastor Sam closed the meeting with prayer.


Columbarium Niche Request

Mary Ann & Bob Woodburn

Nancy & Don Ross

2 0 1 5 B a p t i s m Child

Calvin Coker Martin November 8, 2015 parents Kayla McKibben & Travis Martin Adult Dorothy McVay April 5, 2015

Annual Report of Membership January 1 – December 31, 2015

Beginning Membership - January 1, 2015 677 Membership Gains Profession of Faith, Reaffirmation and Restoration 17 and under 0 18 and over 11 Certificate gains 8 Total gains 19

Membership Losses Moved to inactivity 150 Unaccounted 37

Deaths 10 Total losses (197)

Net loss (178)

Membership - December 31, 2015 499

Baptisms: Adult 1 Children 1

Marriage 6

Paul LaFauce January 21

Pauline Witte January 21

Mary Ann Woodburn February 10

Bob Woodburn March 13

Frank Roberts March 17

Margaret Poling May 21

Ruth Perkins July 1

Margaret Keyes September 14

Dordana Mason September 17

Bob McFarland October 19

Necrology Report 2015

2015 Weddings

March 28 Louise Gisolfi & Warren Jensen Pastor Bruce Williams

June 2 Nadine Shimwe & Jean De Dieu Mafirira Pastor Donis Nkone

September 11 Ila Reid & Randy Howe Pastor Sam Massey

October 17 Brianne Boysen & Joshua Larson Pastor Sam Massey

December 20 Jocelen Gudgeon & Bradley Hamilton Pastor Sam Massey

December 25 Wijing Wu & Trevor Smith Judge Deb Farmer Minot

2015 Columbarium Interment

Mary Ann Woodburn, February 16

Robert Woodburn, March 30

Kenneth Donelson, May 30

Robert McFarland, October 2


Alyssa Selmer Dorothy McVay Saira Steen Jim Cochrane

Peggy Bykowsky

Welcome New Members Spring 2015

Michael Anderson & Sara Schwartz

Carolina Guerrero–Webb Joan Decker

Bradley Hamilton & Jocelen Gudgeon

November 15, 2015

New Members

Nancy and Tony Warren

Mary Ann Spilger

Ruth and Lee Van Voorhis

Peggy and Bruce Guither


Pastor Sam’s Annual Report of 2015

Dear sisters and brothers of First Presbyterian Church,

I begin this year-end report with thanksgiving to God for the service rendered by our four staff people officially “retiring” in 2016. Darlene Bergman is retiring after 15 years as director of music. She has been, in my ministry so far, the best Director of Music (and liturgical arts) with whom I have ever worked. She combines her musical gifts with a rich appreciation for diversity of worship expression. She is creative in her planning of liturgy. She has an amazing can-do attitude, a deep faith, and a caring, pastoral spirit. She is my friend. We hope that she will be available to administer a new children’s music mission being developed right now. Ednamae Fisher joyfully volunteered her organist and handbell choir gifts, likewise possessing a can-do spirit. While helping us, Ednamae battled cancer and kept her good humor — with a “darn the torpedoes” attitude — intact. Ednamae’s and Ken’s eventual move to Black Mountain, NC will be wonderful for them, although we will sorely miss them. George Minot had stepped away already from leading our education program, and is now also stepping away from his employment as a valued instructor who opened the Word of God to us. George will remain in our orbit, thank God! Jim Cochrane entered employment with us during a challenging time, and we appreciate his faithful service in both CE and youth work. We are excited about his new adventure in graduate school. I mention these four now so you will be intentional in your thanksgiving to them and to God for them.

While we celebrate the ministries of those leaving our regular employment, we also give thanks for all those staff persons and volunteers who keep FPC running: worshiping, equipping, caring, mission-driven, and productive in God’s service.

This past year was one of coming to terms with realities that challenge us to be open to new opportunities. The mainline church as a whole is departing its captivity to cultural definitions of success: We are entering the wilderness. Our own denomination lost 25% of its members in the past two years. Non-affiliated/non-attending people are the fastest growing religious group in our country. We are watching our own aging members depart us. Financially, it feels like we are headed into a recession, an economic condition that exacerbates the loss of our beloved joining the church triumphant. Churches that do not see, or seeing do not respond, to changing times will go gentle into that good night. Congregations that strive to be loving communities, experimenting, reaching out into their neighborhoods and world, have a chance to continue in vital ministry led by the Risen Christ.

Through our REALM strategic planning process, we are making our bid to be such a congregation. Our officers are wonderfully committed to make our congregation the best it can be, now and in the future. We recognize that it will take the volunteer efforts and financial resources of all of us to make the transformation. We realize that resistance by some is normal because the Promised Land still lies beyond our sight. Yet, if anyone has a shot at success, we do. We are blessed with a wonderful congregation. Let us pray that God will give us the energy and strength to follow the Lord to the places he will take us. God’s future for us is for good and not for evil.

I praise God for all of you! Love and blessings, your pastor, Sam

MISSION STATEMENT: “To share the Word of God through Jesus Christ and to live lives of

justice, mercy and faith.”

VISION STATEMENT: “To attain the realm of God.”


December 13, 2015 marked the 3rd Annual

Christmas Concert presented by our

JuBELLation Bell Choir and followed by a

delightful formal tea hosted by the

Sanctuary Choir.

Organist, Pablo Gorin resigned on September 13 from his position. An Organist Search Committee was quickly put into place and we were fortunate to find a wonderful organist and worship leader in Melissa Moll who began service on December 15.

The Sanctuary Choir, soloists and guest harpist, Gretchen Brumwell presented Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols at our 10:30 a.m. worship on Sunday, December 20.

Join Sanctuary Choir and Sing

Messiah on May 3

Our Sanctuary Choir, soloists and orchestra sang the Easter portion of G. F. Handel’s Messiah during our 10:30 a.m. worship on May 3.

In October, Darlene Bergman

announced her retirement. As of July 1, 2016, she

will step away from her duties as FPC Director of Music

and Liturgical Arts.

Music and Liturgical Arts Program—2015 “A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words”

Submitted by Darlene Bergman

Traveling Companions, a Spiritual Mentoring Program began during Holy Week, March 31, led by Louise Gisolfi and Sherry Lohman.

At our 10:30 a.m. service on April 19 we

were led in a Jazz Worship by John

Rapson and his Jazz combo.

As an Epilogue to our Anniversary Celebrations former Interim Pastor Dave Fillpot returned to our pulpit on Sunday, October 11,

Rev. Ross, author, dramatist, spiritual director and Presbyterian minister,

led a Lenten retreat: Discovering the Realm of

God Within— Living Near to the Heart of God in a Hurting World and

led worship on March 14 and 15.

On Sunday, December 20, our Youth Choir and alumni of the choir led worship at Oaknoll Retirement Center. This marked the 16th consecutive year that our Youth have led this service. Afterwards, they gathered at Youth Director Jim Cochrane’s home for a Christmas party and gift exchange.


MARCH 8—Former pastor Dr. Tom Boyd preached on March 8. After worship. an old-fashioned box social was enjoyed by all, followed by a re-enactment of a historical skit which included Rev. Hummer and other colorful historical characters who “came back to the future” and shared their stories with us.

Members of the 175th Anniversary Committee spent countless hours planning, researching, organizing, and facilitating five celebratory events, beginning with last year’s kick-off event on Sept. 14, 2014 and continuing throughout this year with four more events. The final celebration coincided with the birth date of FPC Iowa City 175 years ago. We are grateful to Millie Youngquist, J.J. DeRyke, and Dwight Miller for compiling archival materials and offering weekly historical information in our bulletins, plus monthly newsletter segments. These notes and more information were combined to create two booklets. We thank William Oglesby and Dwight Miller for creating and printing these two valuable documents. William Oglesby also reproduced pictures of all former pastors which now make up a photo gallery in the east hallway. Finally, the committee offered 175th anniversary mugs and bronze Christmas ornaments for sale, organized a mission fair, mission map, and 175 Acts of Kindness presentation.

Members of the committee are: Ann Grosscup, Ben Urick, Bill Oglesby, Bob and Millie Youngquist, Dwight Miller, John Raffensperger, Toni and J.J. DeRyke, Vern Dengler, Mary Ellen Stamp, chair and Darlene Bergman, staff.

A Snapshot View of a Year of Celebration —

175th anniversary of the organization of First Presbyterian Church

150th anniversary of Old Brick dedication.

40th anniversary of our Rochester Ave. home

175TH ANNIVERSARY REUNION WEEKEND, September 11-13, 2015

FRIDAY EVENING KICK-OFF EVENT

Opening reception and Dance at Old Brick Church with music provided by Smith Studio Jazz. A highlight of this event was a table with generations of wedding photos and delicious wedding cakes.

SATURDAY MORNING

Commemorative Walk from Old Brick to Rochester Ave., Mission Fair, Dedication of the Linda Kobler Memorial Garden and Labyrinth.

SUNDAY EVENTS

Rev. Tom Brown preached at both 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. worship services with music led by retired organist, David Richardson, the Sanctuary Choir, FPC Brass, and JuBELLation Handbell Choir.

After worship, a catered lunch was provided with Rev. Gradye Parsons, Stated Clerk PC (USA) speaking on the state of the church.

The weekend’s events concluded with a Hymn Festival, led by former FPC musicians and the church’s current music ministry staff.

MAY 31— Rev. Ed Morgan preached during worship with a potluck lunch and program including:

Brief update on Pasrur mission by Ed Morgan and Jane Cranston

Introduction of ACTS Chapter 29—in 175 Acts of Kindness.

Unveiling of Mission Map illustrating all the places that First Church has had an impact around the world.


Equipping Ministry Director — 2015 Annual Report Submitted by Judy Whitford

Director of Jr & Sr High Youth — 2015 Annual Report Submitted by Jim Cochrane

Vacation Bible School and Childhood

Education

The Vacation Bible School program in 2015 was “G-Force: God’s Love in Action.” During late June, over 45 kids came to the church to play games, sing songs and learn about how God’s love moves in them throughout their lives. With the assistance of adult and youth volunteers, this VBS was a great success! Thank you to all our volunteers for the time and energy you put into the program; We couldn’t have done it without you!

2015 saw significant changes to the Sunday School program. Because of dwindling numbers in classrooms, changes were made to the structure of the existing curriculum which gave children a choice in which rotation they would like to participate in on any given Sunday. Additionally, 5

th- and 6

th-grade students were removed from the

rotation curriculum and given their own classroom and own curriculum called “Connect” by Cokesbury Publishers. This curriculum was written specifically for tweens and was in response to claims that the existing rotation class was too juvenile for older children. Ultimately the Equipping committee believed that the changes didn’t significantly improve classroom attendance/participation and will go forward in 2016 with intergenerational, church-wide education opportunities on Sunday mornings.

Youth Education and Programs

Youth group continued to meet throughout 2015, the main difference being that both age groups combined to form one large group, instead of splitting into junior high, senior high-school groups. Weekly attendance sat at an average of 16-18 kids each evening for games, discussion and craft activities.

The youth also went on two separate mission trips over the summer. During the week of July 6-10, four junior high-school youth went to Burnhamwood, KY to experience life in the Appalachian foothills. Over the week we worked with food banks, clothing drives and a summer camp to help show God’s love for all people. Two weeks later during the week of July 18-25, the high school youth went down to New Orleans, LA to assist in Hurricane Katrina relief. Despite coming down 10 years after the hurricane hit, it was amazing for everyone to see how much work still needed to be done. Working with the Project Homecoming organization, we built new houses for two

families who had lost nearly everything when the hurricane hit. It was an incredibly eye-opening experience for everyone there. Many thanks to Jim Claypool and Amy Fletcher for volunteering a week of their time to hang out with our youth!

Adult Faith Formation

During 2015 we had a variety of adult faith formation activities ranging from building relationships, studying the Bible, studying contemporary issues, to a 24 hour retreat. Following is a list of the offerings:

Monday Night Bible Study Interfaithful Moms Gathering FPC Book Club Wednesday Morning Bible Study FPC Men’s Spiritual Formation Group Weeknight Young Adult Bible Study Sunday Morning Bible Study – Coover Crowd Sunday Morning Bible Study with Sam Making New Connections and Rekindling Old Connections Lenten Class on Forgiveness Cool, Clear Water: Sustainably Clean Water Travel Guides PW Bible Study Eat Out Group Groups of 6 Women’s Retreat


Session meetings begin with Pastor Sam lighting the Christ candle and inviting Jesus Christ, by the power of the Holy Spirit, to be present during the meeting. An elder leads with prayer, a scripture/devotional reading, and occasionally, song. Each meeting ends with the sharing of joys and concerns and prayer by an elder. We were pleased to receive 19 new members to our church. The session works to represent the church in doing God’s work and strives to make it Christ-centered.

Pastor Majid Abel, of the Naulakha Presbyterian Church of Lahore, Pakistan, visited in January, spoke with session, preached to the congregation, and was honored with a potluck hosted by the Friends of Pasrur. Pastor Abel expressed his thanks as a board member of PEB to the Session for our support, for welcoming him to FPC, and to John and Rhonda Barr for hosting him during his visit. Pastor Abel spoke about his vision of a sister church relationship with FPC, which could involve praying for each other and exploring opportunities to share in person (or on Skype) rather than through print.

Elder Sue Dallam re-introduced us to the children’s worship bags and activities. A member of Equipping Ministry suggested a monthly get-together for children after “Time with Children” and holding a mini-church service, teaching the children what the components of worship mean and helping them plan their own church service, exploring “what do we want to experience in church; and what does it all mean?”

In February, the FPC General Mission Pledge Authorization for 2015 was approved. Elder John Barr stated that annually, about $7,000 is pledged from the FPC Mission budget to the PC(USA) General Mission Funds, and about $2,000 is pledged to PC(USA) Theological Education.

Session approved holding up to four additional special offerings at the discretion of Servanthood Ministry to offset the lack of Mission budget increase in 2015, per the covenant worked out with the Finance committee when the 2015 budget was approved.

Session approved the FPC hospitality plan for the Holy Jerusalem Pentecostal Church.

Elder Ann Grosscup reviewed the hospitality plan recommendations, and Finance chair Larry Bruner requested all ministries record what was being spent. There is interest on both FPC and HJPC parts to begin a dialogue toward a collaborative relationship, perhaps FPC forming a sister relationship with HJPC.

Session approved Worship & Celebration’s motion to hold summer worship service at a similar time as last

summer. A single worship service will be held, at 10 a.m., beginning on Sunday, May 24, 2015.

In March, Session approved a letter to Whitehouse Presbyterian Church in Belfast, N. Ireland, thanking them for sponsoring FPC’s Will Massey. Pastor Sam shared the letter with the Whitehouse church when he visited with them on his trip to Ireland in March.

Elder Carol Ulch made a brief presentation for the REALM Planning Ministry. A rough draft of the demographics of the community had been drawn up. The FPC consultant was working on a process for interviewing area social services heads. Elder Perry Ross commended Carol and Pastor Sam for all the work they were doing.

Session approved Servanthood Ministry’s request for special offerings to be held on June 28, July 26, and September 13, 2015.

Session then approved a request by Jane Skinner, on behalf of Church Women United, to collect donated items for "hotel packets" of personal items/toiletries that would be provided to area under-served individuals who are housed in area motels while they await more permanent housing in Johnson County.

Equipping Ministry reported that 13 children attended the children’s ministry service explanation held during Sunday worship service on February 15, 2015.

Elder Vern Dengler, chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, summarized the boiler and air handler problems in the church building and the options for possible work to be done. The cost for repairs would come from the B & G budget.

At our April meeting, a thank you card from Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity for FPC’s $5,000 donation to the Mary Palmberg Women Build was shared.

Per the Burianek Trust and due to Robert Woodburn’s death, Sadie May would now serve as sole trustee/decision-maker. Elder Connie Richardson and Finance’s Larry Bruner planned to meet with her to help clarify her role.

Session approved an endowment grant of $150 for a sewing machine for the Holy Jerusalem Church.

Session approved inviting Iowa City’s St. Andrew Presbyterian to perform funerals, weddings and other events at FPC during their time of building transition, and

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Clerk of Session — 2015 ~Submitted by Nancy Weber, Clerk of Session

ATTENDANCE Average Weekly Worship Attendance

2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Jan.—May 236 251 243 242 261 252 252 248 243 212 218 June—Aug. 191 184 183 186 192 180 176 183 147 148 141 Sept.—Dec. 269 249 228 267 253 247 254 234 235 230 220


granted the congregation and staff the ability to accommodate any particular request per FPC policies.

Concerning REALM, Pastor Sam reviewed the background, process and attention point for FPC’s future planning. Elder Carol Ulch gave an update on the status of the consultant’s work.

Building and Grounds Committee elder Vern Dengler gave an update on the parking lot repair and labyrinth completion. It was noted for clarification that the Building and Grounds Committee is overseeing the labyrinth, not the Memorial Committee.

At the May meeting, a clarification of the Burianek Trust was requested. The trust is intended for the church, not specifically for women and/or children.

Permission was given by session for Thein-trang Pham to solicit donations at FPC for her Vietnam Agent Orange project to initially provide funding for clothing and food for children at a rehabilitation center in Dinh Quan. Thein is one of our FPC nursery workers, and has also been involved with the Interfaithful Group. Thein will be traveling to Vietnam in June.

Pastor Sam distributed a report concerning a Holy Jerusalem Church conference to be held June 12-14, 2015. It is a very big deal for the HJC to be able to host this conference. They hoped to raise money from this conference for an orphanage. Elder John Barr would like to see an FPC elder presence during the time they were to be in the church.

Session approved Servanthood’s proposal to fund up to $1,747 for Chitoka Guerrero-Webb to attend the Princeton Black Theology and Leadership Institute from July 11-18, 2015. (Chitoka is one of twenty applicants to be accepted to this institute and it is part of Chitoka's preparation for discerning her call to become a minister in the Presbyterian Church).

Session approved Support Ministry’s following items to be added to a future capital funds campaign yet

to be planned:

1: Replace the parking lot at $65,000, for reasons of safety.

a. Run water to the shed at $2,500 to ensure plants and trees survive in Kobler Garden. (This will be cost effective if done at the time of the new parking lot.)

b. Run electricity to the shed at $2,000 to ensure adequate maintenance of Kobler Garden. (This will be cost effective if done at the time of the new parking lot.)

2: Provide pew footings at $5,000, for reasons of safety. There was a brief discussion concerning the state of the pews, and the cost of replacing them. The possibility of replacing the pews with chairs was mentioned.

Session approved asking Buildings and Grounds to talk with Health Ministry concerning the idea of replacing the pews with chairs.

Session approved allowing B & G to address the issue of the pews, and to remove a pew to see if fixing the pews was possible.

3: Run an elevator to all three floors (at the cost of $253,000) to be more effective in our ability to implement programs and ministries for all members and visitors. There was a brief discussion concerning the placement of an elevator.

4: Replace the boiler and heat distribution system, when it is needed, at the currently estimated amount of $400,000 to plan for the inevitable demise of the current system.

The total project costs, recommended by Support Ministry to be funded through a capital campaign, is $728,000. Session approved a campaign team be named to plan and implement fundraising for the above projects, and the projects be funded in the above order: 1, 3, and then 4. It was approved to refer the forming of a campaign team back to Support Ministry for recommendations to be brought back to session.

Approved a motion from Worship &

Celebration Ministry altering our communion service, beginning at the Pentecost service on May 24, 2015, that all communion will be served by intinction, and will include one pair of servers at the chancel stairs offering bread and a tray of glass cups for those who prefer this form of presentation of the sacrament, while continuing to offer the communion elements on trays to worshippers who wish to remain in the pews.

In June, Pastor Sam reported that the quantitative and qualitative observations found in the demographic and interview studies were sent out, and he encouraged session members to read them before the REALM retreat on Tuesday, June 23, 2015, i.e. to find a quiet place, listen to God, and let God speak to them through the studies. FPC staff and deacons were included in the planning process as well, as partners and collaborators. Our intention was to set goals and strategies. A motion was approved inviting the FPC staff to join session and deacons at the REALM retreat June 23, 2015.

At the meeting, Sadie May gave a moving statement concerning the responsibility she feels as trustee of the Burianek Trust. Sam and Sadie toured the New Creations Church. The building has no air conditioning. Services are active and loud so the windows need to remain closed. Sadie proposed that FPC offer a matching gift of $7,000-$10,000 to New Creations to install AC. New Creations worship service could move downstairs until work is complete. Sadie will work with the New Creations staff. A motion was approved in which session concurred, with their blessing, Sadie May sharing Burianek income as she sees appropriate with the New Creations Church.

Servanthood Ministry reported that $2,300 was collected toward the costs of the community KoNec youth participants visiting various black colleges. A special offering of $200 was raised toward the Agent Orange Project, and funding for Pastor Abel’s Lahore Naulakha church wall and

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(Clerk’s report cont. on page 12)


gate stands at about $16,000, which includes funding from the Presbytery.

Outreach reported the final 175th Commemoration Celebration Reunion Weekend will be held September 11-13, 2015. Elder Ann Grosscup distributed brochures about the event.

Building and Grounds reported that the broken pew footings are being replaced, now with oak. Help with installation is still needed.

Endowment and Memorial’s elder Ann Burton reported on the Oglesby scholarship, an endowment fund through the U of Iowa Foundation, funded by FPC members Bill and Sharon Oglesby. The four FPC youth members attending the U of Iowa are each awarded $1,250. The recipients are Lauren Dengler, Tayler Foster, Arielle Soemadi, and Hannah Titus.

In August, elder Ann Grosscup reported that the Holy Jerusalem Church and FPC are working together. Holy Jerusalem will be receiving hymnals. They are also using the sewing machine.

Building and Grounds’ elder Vern Dengler reported that any repairs to the parking lot before winter would be incorporated into the major work ahead. 13 sidewalk squares need to be replaced. Funds will come out of the B & G budget.

The Compeer Group is working out of FPC room 12.

$2,060 was raised by FPC offerings for the Habitat for Humanity Thrivent Build.

At the September session meeting, elder Carol Ulch reported that she is reassembling the REALM Planning Task Force and is working with Deacon Jeremy Fletcher toward developing goals and an operational plan. They would like to have this in place, along with a budget, by the end of the year. They are working with Outreach Ministry on how best to communicate the plan to the congregation.

Elder Dan Thedens reported that Darlene Bergman will be retiring effective July 1, 2016. Ednamae Fisher will also retire at that time. Organist Pablo Gorin has resigned as

of September 13. Although the loss of these three people will bring about a great deal of change in staffing, there should be time enough to re-envision Darlene’s and Ednamae’s positions before hiring new staff. A motion was approved authorizing Darlene to hire an interim organist as soon as possible. (Hiring an organist was to be done through the Administration and Personnel Committee at a later date.)

Elder Connie Richardson noted that there are still four big projects that need to be undertaken: repairing the parking lot, refurbishing the organ, installing an elevator, and replacing the boiler. As all are big-money projects, the need for a capital campaign was re-affirmed. Following discussion, Session moved, seconded and approved to name Ken Fisher, John Barr, Carol Ulch, and Larry Bruner to a steering committee for developing a capital campaign. Larry will convene the group soon.

Session concurred with the recommendation of Sadie May that Burianek scholarships be awarded, in the amount of $1,000 each, to Erica Dodge, Gwyneth Forsythe, Arielle Soemadi, and Hannah Titus.

Pastor Sam expressed his thanksgiving for the congregation, session and staff for the 175th anniversary celebrations, as well as his thanks for everyone’s support and help with the upcoming staff changes.

Elder John Barr shared an invitation from New Creations International Church to attend the dedication of their new air conditioning system (which FPC helped finance) to be held Sunday, September 20, 2015, after worship time. (Elders Judy Terry and John Barr, along with Pastor Sam, attended the dedication.)

At the October meeting, a brief discussion took place concerning the capital campaign to raise funds for upcoming big projects, which include repairing the parking lot, refurbishing the organ, installing an elevator, and replacing the boiler. Elder Ken Fisher will chair the fundraising campaign, with Larry Bruner as vice-chair. Ken will recruit additional members to join them (along with elders John Barr

and Carol Ulch) on the committee.

Elder Carol Ulch gave an update on the REALM planning process. A document containing the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic goals of the Operational Plan had been sent to session and a brief discussion ensued. Session approved the document. Elder Ulch further talked about the “What Next?” How are we to complete and launch the plan? Session approved concluding the REALM planning process by January 31, 2016.

Elder John Barr gave an update on the stewardship campaign. The stewardship letter was sent out the third week in October 2015 to the congregation, concerning the stewardship campaign. Pledge cards were due Sunday, November 1. Session members were asked to make their assigned calls after the letter went out. While passing along the usual reminders to update smoke alarm batteries, turn the clocks back, and bring their pledge cards to church, officers were encouraged to be welcoming and friendly. Session members were urged to be informing and educating, not making an ask. Officers were requested to write down any information they received on each of their calls.

Concerning staffing issues, Judy Whitford will be taking on several of Amanda Edwards’ duties in Equipping Ministry. Hiring new staff to replace those leaving on a one-to-one basis will probably cost us a great deal. Technology assistance and pastoral care, as well as music and Equipping, will need staffing. Thanks were expressed for Judy Whitford’s willingness to step up to help Equipping Ministry.

In November, a report from the Stewardship campaign stated that we are short several pledges and hope to receive them soon.

Becky Ross, a member of the Justice ministry, spoke briefly about the “Fossil Fuel Divestment Overture Recommendation” which the Justice ministry would like to see brought before the 2016 PC(USA) General Assembly. A number of other

(Clerk’s report cont. on page 13)


organizations, including Stanford University, the California public universities, United Church of Christ, and the Episcopal Church, have begun to divest their fossil fuel funds. Discussion ensued about where FPC endowment funds are being invested. It was reiterated that the overture is to PC(USA), not FPC. As Becky said, this is making a statement, it is a beginning. Session approved to send the overture to the Presbytery, with session endorsing this overture. One “no” vote was cast.

Session postoned a motion from Endowment to hire a part-time administrator of Endowment for 5 to 10 hours per month with funds coming from the endowment. A motion to call on elder Connie Richardson and the Support Ministry to create a position description for a part time Endowment administrator and to report back to the session in December was approved.

Reporting on REALM strategic planning, elder Carol Ulch brought up the calendar changes. December 20, 2015 is the suggested date for discussion of budget proposals with the congregation. The REALM Strategic Task Force and Support Ministry need to put their heads together before the December session meeting to plan the budget in light of the anticipated outcomes of the planning process.

Approved a motion from Worship and Celebration to begin an experiment to record our 10:30 a.m. services for later access by FPC members who cannot attend our services in person, as well as for outreach to the larger community. The idea is to record scripture readings, some music, and the sermon. Elder Richard Van Rheedan and Rebecca Blair donated a small video camera for the recording. This is experimental, at this point. We will check to see how many “views” we get for this.

Elder Dan Thedens, moderator of Administration and Personnel, reported on the process of hiring a new organist. We have one candidate. She was to play for choir

rehearsal and on Sunday, November 22, 2015, at the 10:30 a.m. service. Session approved a motion to authorize A&P to present an offer of a 1/4-time position of Organist to the candidate pending the recommendation of the Organist search committee.

Elder Vern Dengler distributed a Building and Grounds information sheet from AAA Mechanical Contractors concerning a Preventative Maintenance program for FPC. B & G is exploring this option.

Elder Richard Van Rheeden gave a report from the Presbytery meeting held Saturday, November 14, 2015. The Presbytery budget was passed and staff received raises. The Presbytery offering collected was intended to be used to help buy a mule and some chickens for a South American farmer. A new Networking Coordinator and office administrator have been hired.

In December, Pastor Sam asked if there were any objections to the elder assignments for 2016. None were expressed and a motion to concur with Pastor Sam’s elder assignments was approved.

Pastor Sam bade farewell to retiring elders Ann Burton and Perry Ross and gave them each a gift of an FPC coffee mug to thank them for their hard work on session. Elder Connie Richardson is also retiring, but was absent from the meeting. Her gift of appreciation will be given at a later time.

Elder John Barr stated that the Servanthood Ministry’s 2016 budget request is equivalent to their 2015 budget request.

The primary focus of Worship & Celebration will be to hire a replacement for Darlene Bergman. Their budget remains the same. Their proposed initiative to provide early childhood global music ministry is especially fitting for REALM.

The Equipping Ministry has cut their 2016 budget by $2,400, with some new ideas and re-working of current programs. They seek to bring an intergenerational concept to equipping. There was a question

about what was going to be happening downstairs, since most activities will be moved to fellowship hall. The response was that the Nursery and 3-year-olds through kindergarten classes will remain in classrooms downstairs because they need structure. There will be a Bible unit, and confirmation class and Sunday adult Bible classes will continue. There will soon be a Monday night Bible study group – it is a rigorous, quality program.

The next step for the REALM task force is to pull the pieces together. More details will be coming in January. A special session dinner and planning meeting is set for January 12, 2016.

Administration & Personnel new member and elder Nancy Gardner spoke about the article “When Rebuilding the Church Looks Like Destroying It” and had session members read the article and think about how it connected with each of them, after which thoughts were shared.

Elder Dan Thedens distributed Administration & Personnel’s “Staff Vision” document. A&P recommended a staff salary increase of 1.5%, excluding Pastor Sam, for the upcoming year, and the increase was approved by session.

Video recording of the Sunday morning service has begun. There are some issues with the sound. It is possible to access the recordings by going to Facebook, then to “First Presbyterian Iowa City,” where one can subscribe to that page.

Building and Grounds’ elder Vern Dengler asked if it was OK to go ahead and get bids for re-paving the parking lot before the capital campaign is assured of raising enough funds. Pastor Sam recommended that he contact Larry Bruner, who is convening the capital campaign committee, and come back to session in January with a recommendation.

(Clerk’s report cont. from page 12)


Administration & Personnel Ministry

2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Dan Thedens, Moderator Council members in 2015: Dan Thedens (moderator), Jim Claypool, Kevin Keith (to September), Nancy Ross, Judy Whitford, Pastor Sam Massey (ex-officio).

The Administration and Personnel Committee (A&P) oversees matters concerning church staff and their activities along with office and technology resources that support their mission. 2015 continued to be a year of transition and discernment as we faced new changes in our staff and worked towards discerning and developing our church staffing pattern to match the future needs and vision of the church.

Following the approval of a Parish Nurse position in 2014 with initial funds from an Endowment grant, a search was undertaken in February. After months without suitable candidates appearing, the search was suspended and the needs intended to be met by this position were evaluated as part of the strategic planning process.

In May, the Equipping (education) staff was reorganized, effective in August, to match the needs of the programs and staff. Amanda Edwards moved from 25% to 75% effort as Director of Equipping Ministries, and Jim Cochrane went from 100% to 50% effort as Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries. Amanda subsequently departed in October (with our thanks at a reception) to accompany her family to Georgia where her husband accepted a position and she will attend seminary. Judy Whitford stepped forward to fill the Director's duties on an interim basis.

Darlene Bergman announced in September that she would be retiring as Director of Music and Liturgical Arts as of July 1, 2016 after 24 years of service to FPC in multiple capacities. Ednamae Fisher will also retire as part-time organist and handbell choir director. While we mourn the upcoming loss of the incredible gifts and talents they have given to the church, we anticipate this coming year's “victory lap” as they move to the next

phase of their personal faith journeys.

Also in September, Pablo Gorin resigned from his position as Organist to focus on his studies. Melissa Moll, who has a DMA in Organ Performance from Iowa and previous experience as church organist and director of music, accepted the position in December and began her permanent position in January, 2016.

In Administration and technology, the church’s computer server, was upgraded by Circle Computer Resources (CCR), who continues as our information technology support provider. Plans were also made for leasing a new copier and upgrading to a much better and more complete church management software package, both of which will go forward in 2016.

Throughout the year, A&P was represented in the strategic planning process by Kevin Keith (through September) and by Dan Thedens. Based on the resulting goals and operational plans for the coming years, a staff pattern was developed to closely match. This was presented to the congregation and approved by Session in January 2016 and will guide upcoming hiring.

We anticipate the preparation from the 2015 strategic planning process along with God’s grace will guide us as we move from planning to action in filling and supporting our new staff positions. Once again, all of us on the Committee give thanks for the service, dedication, and support among all of our staff. We are grateful for the blessings and talents shared with our faith community, and we look forward to their continued service and to welcoming the gifts of newly called members of staff in 2016 as we endeavor to do God's will in our ministries.


FPC Men’s Group—2015 Annual Report

Submitted by John Barr

The First Church men’s spiritual formation group, consisting of a group of 6–8 individuals, met at 7–8 a.m. on most Wednesdays during the winter, spring and fall of this year for devotional readings, discussion of contemporary societal and religious issues, fellowship, and a light breakfast. Related activities this year included providing leadership for FPC participation in the pre-Christmas “Gifts for Parents” program, and a funding donation to the Project Holiday food program and the Crisis Center.

Equipping Ministry Submitted by Ann Burton, Moderator

The Risen Christ instructed the disciples to go into the entire world, to share the good news, to invite faith, and to teach. The Equipping Ministry helps all of us fulfill this calling. Its purpose is to empower church participants and interested persons in the wider community to discover and practice God’s purpose for their lives. They learn to become advocates of justice, practitioners of mercy, and persons able to articulate faith in Jesus Christ. This ministry uses all means available, including technology, to create spiritual formation experiences that identify, honor, and enhance persons’ gifts, skills and sense of calling. The Ministry develops, directs, and grows ministries focused on children, youth, adults of all ages, and persons in intergenerational gatherings. This Ministry is charged to reach out to university, seminary, and other regional institutions and draw on them to create new opportunities for persons to reflect on the encounter between the world and the realm of God.

Members of Equipping Ministry in 2015 were Anita Burnett, Ann Burton, Jim Cochrane, Amanda Edwards, Amy Fletcher, Linda Morris, Donna Pearcy, Eddie Pearcy, Gina Pottorff, Tammy Schroeder, Tina Stoltz, and Judy Whitford.

2015 was again a year full of changes for Equipping Ministry. Under the leadership of Amanda Edwards and Jim Cochrane, our children’s, youth, and adult Christian Education programs were tweaked and refined throughout the year. With attendance in all areas dropping, new ideas were implemented with the hope of sparking more and continued interest. At times a bit confusing, as well as sometimes adding to the difficulty in getting teachers and leaders, these changes led Equipping Ministry to realize that it was time to try something new in how and what we offer as Christian Education for all of our FPC members. Throughout the fall, the committee spent a great deal of time evaluating and prioritizing 2015 programs, classes, and other activities in order to make budgeting and programming plans for 2016, in accordance with the Strategic Planning Task Force recommendations. The results will be seen throughout this coming year, as more family and inter-generational offerings and study opportunities will be presented.

Another big change occurred in October when, her husband accepted a job offer in Georgia, Amanda Edwards left FPC. In addition, Jim Cochrane will be leaving for graduate school this summer. We’re looking forward to finding a new Director of Equipping Ministry, but in the meantime, we’re very grateful to have Judy Whitford step in as interim director.

Equipping Ministry is very thankful for all those who have been involved in our Christian Education programs in some way throughout the past year: Sunday School teachers, adult education leaders, youth leaders/helpers, youth dinner providers, childcare workers and volunteers, dedicated members of the Equipping Ministry committee, and our wonderful FPC staff. We thank God for you and for all you have done for our FPC family!


Mission Committee

Submitted by John Barr, Mission Committee Chair

Mission members John Barr, Faryle Nothwehr, Nancy Stensvaag, and Judy Terry

The Mission Committee (MC) strives to identify the best ways to use congregational resources to assist victims of injustice, natural disasters, and circumstances beyond human control locally, nationally and globally. By doing so, it helps the congregation witness to reconciliation with the poorest of the poor, a characteristic of the realm of God. Our resources include, but are not limited to, financial, building, and the time / talents of human volunteers. The MC evaluates requests for funding, interprets mission projects to the congregation, invites the community into the church’s mission projects, arranges for and supports mission trips, solicits funds through special offerings over and above the mission budget, and discerns how the church building might be used to provide for mission. The Friends of Pasrur (FOP) is a subcommittee of the MC.

Based on the generous support and involvement of members and friends, MC has completed a very successful year of mission work. Budgeted funds (your pledges), special offerings (your donations) and your volunteer work have had important mission impact at the following levels:

Global Mission: -CROP Walk -Kids Against Hunger -Pasrur School, Pakistan -Frontier Fellowship (Busse Family mission) -Presbyterian Disaster Relief -Support for Thien-trang Pham’s Agent Orange -Presbyterian Giving Catalogue* mission trip to Vietnam -Naulakha Presbyterian Church, Lahore - - (security wall matching challenge, PEI)

(Mission Comm. cont. on page 17)

Servanthood Ministry

2015 Annual Report Submitted by John Barr, Convener

The Servanthood Ministry (SM) empowers congregational members and groups to share the realm of God in words and deeds, the goal being the promotion of justice, mercy, and faith in the world, through the work of its three committees, Justice, Mission & Outreach.

SM met monthly, August through December, for prayer, fellowship, and discussion of shared programs and events, prior to individual meetings of its committees. Accomplishments of SM in 2015 included:

Hosting Pastor Majid Abel (Naulakha Presbyterian Church, Lahore, Pakistan ) for a five-day mid-January visit to the Presbytery of Eastern Iowa (PEI). A sister church relationship with FPC was further explored.

Conducting three successful special offerings, one supporting Operation Backpack and two providing funding for Habitat for Humanity homes (i.e. the Mary Palmberg Women’s build and the Thrivant build).

Working with Sadie May of our Burianek Trust and Bill Brandt (Brandt Heating) to provide improved air-conditioning for the sanctuary of the New Creations International Church (2929 E. Court St) and promoting BBQ fundraisers for their “Operation Economic Sovereignty” capital campaign.

Expanding our active engagement with Holy Jerusalem Church (HJC), hosting a weekend conference at First Church that included HJC members and an internationally known singer participating in our worship service. We also established a sewing training program for HJC women.

Offered ready-made “Blessing Bags” at the 175th Reunion Weekend Ministry Fair, plus information on

how to make additional bags at home. These bags, containing non-perishable snack/food items & a list of local service agencies, can be given to individuals in need soliciting donations on the street.

Hosting a luncheon gathering for FPC members and friends with Rev. Berthe Kalombo Nzeba, General Secretary of the Women and Families Department of the Church of Christ in Congo. She was on a multiday visit to congregations in eastern Iowa, sponsored by PEI and PCUSA.

Endorsing the Consultation of Religious Communities’ (CRC) position in support of our Muslim brothers & sisters. This was affirmed by a Johnson County Board of Supervisors’ proclamation of support on December 22.


Justice Committee

Submitted by Lara Marsh, Chair

Members of the Justice Committee were Lara Marsh, Becky Ross, Perry Ross, Mary Ann Pedde, Wayne Patton, Sherry Lohman, and Brian Kleis.

Our mission: to inform and empower people to take action for peace and justice, locally, nationally and internationally.

Guided by our mission we seek to provide a place where all people of all opinions can become further educated, engage in civil discourse, and then choose to take action based on their inspirations.

Working with other members of the Servanthood Ministry (Mission and Outreach) to more effectively accomplish work in which we were mutually involved/impacted. Worked with Servanthood Ministry to develop strategic planning goals based on the new strategic planning process.

Continuing delivery of 50 to 55 bags of food to hungry children at our partner elementary school (Lucas) every week during the school year. Over 2,000 bags of food were delivered over the year. A parent volunteer from Lucas drives to Hiawatha every month to pick the food up from HACAP (a huge help!). We had volunteers of all ages, with children not only doing exactly what the adults were doing but also adding some art work of their own for special projects. Roughly $800 of our budget was spent on buying extra food and items for the bags delivered the week prior to the winter break.

Publication of several newsletter “blurbs” about how to reduce water and plastic use.

Walked in the PRIDE parade to support equality for

people of all genders and sexual orientations.

Creation of monthly news column in the newsletter called CHARGE to showcase two differing opinions on a “hot topic.” The two “hot topics” published so far were opinions on the minimum wage increase in Johnson County and the Black Lives Matter campaign.

Monthly movie showing this fall on global climate change during Adult Education hour.

Six-week class during Adult Education hour on clean water, including expert speakers and field trips.

Organization of Justice Table at the Ministry Fair for the church’s 175

th Anniversary. Members voted for

topics they’d like to hear more about. Results attached.

Organizing of “Garden Gems”: fruits, vegetables, and plants donated by members to be used by other members who make a good will donation. Funds raised were used to support mission and justice work.

Donation of funds to the Iowa Network Against Human Trafficking. Funds will be used to support the Executive Director’s work on advocating for statewide policy change as well as the group’s work in educating law enforcement officials about human

(Justice Comm. continued on page 18)

General Assembly and Presbytery: -Shared, unified & directed mission -Camp Wyoming -Theological Education Fund -Special offerings: One Great Hour, Pentecost, Peacemaking & Christmas Joy Local Mission: -Consultation of Religious Communities -Local Emergency Mission Fund -Crisis Center -Lucas School book program (Food Bank & Project Holiday) -NAMI of Johnson County -Domestic Violence Intervention Program -Salvation Army Toy Drive -Four Oaks -Shelter House -Free Lunch Program -Table to Table van replacement -Gifts for Parents -To Gather Together -Iowa Valley Habitat for Humanity -United Action for Youth (UAY) -Johnson County Family Treatment Court -Winter clothing distribution (Incentive Program) -1105 Project

Grateful thanks for your Mission support in 2015, giving generously of your money, time, and prayers. Based on 2015 FPC strategic planning process, discussed with the congregation on 1/10/16, we will be continuing many of these programs, revising some, and adding other exciting new initiatives. Please consider using the 2016 Presbyterian Mission Year Book for prayer and study related to mission throughout the year. The online link to daily devotions is: http://www.presbyterianmission.org/yearbook/


http://www.presbyterianmission.org/yearbook/


trafficking. Key legislation was passed in May that will fund this education. Policy and advocacy work continues.

Gave a presentation to a local PEO group regarding Operation Backpack to help

(Justice Comm. cont. from page 17) raise awareness and answer questions.

Will recommend to Session that the Justice Committee be discontinued in search of a new model of encouraging congregation’s participation in social justice issue education and action.

Topic Votes Percentage

Food insecurity in Johnson County 40 23%

Race relations 33 19

Human trafficking 27 16

GA “hot topics” 23 13

Bakken pipeline 22 13

Israel / Palestine 21 12

Joining Justice 5 3

Total votes (at 3 votes per person) 171 100%

Total people voting 57

A. Votes for Educational Topics

Totally or Somewhat

Disagree Don’t Know /

Neutral Totally or Some-

what Agree “I don’t understand the need for a Johnson County resi-

dent ID card & don’t support it” 48% 26% 26%

“I support immediate US citizenship for all persons born

in the United States” 9% 22% 70%

“I think the recent Iran nuclear agreement was a mis-

take” 39% 39% 22%

“I think the ‘Black Lives Matter’ campaign is important

& I support it” 14% 18% 68%

“I think candidates for public office should be able to

spend whatever they want on their campaigns” 74% 17% 9%

C. “Where do you stand?” – Collapse Categories, Combined Percentage Data

Totally Disagree

Somewhat Disagree

Don’t

Know /

Neutral

Somewhat Agree

Totally Agree

“I don’t understand the need for a Johnson County

resident ID card & don’t support it” 6 5 6 1 5

“I support immediate US citizenship for all persons

born in the United States” 1 1 5 2 14

“I think the recent Iran nuclear agreement was a

mistake” 5 4 9 0 5

“I think the ‘Black Lives Matter’ campaign is im-

portant & I support it” 2 1 4 7 8

“I think candidates for public office should be able

to spend whatever they want on their campaigns” 12 5 4 2 0

B. “Where do you stand?” Poll – Vote Tally Data



Outreach Committee

Submitted by Ann Grosscup, Moderator Outreach Committee members: Peggy Bykowsky, Ann Grosscup, and Tammy Schroeder.

.The focus of the Outreach Committee is to increase the public awareness of FPC by creating opportunities for community conversations about FPC. We educate through various forms of media and encourage members to extend FPC participation invitations.

Our 2015 projects were:

Sharing donation thank-you notes received by FPC, placed on refreshment table following worship;

Providing FPC logo vehicle window clings;

Printing Holy Week and Advent invitations to share;

Updating welcoming lawn banners;

Encouraging everyone to share a welcome gift bag filled with practical items featuring FPC logo and information. FPC's Rags to Stitches continued to sew the fabric bags;

Funding / arranged for 175th Reunion Weekend events: Old Brick dance ad, immediate neighborhood's door hanger invitations, FPC Ministry Fair and KCRG's Mug Shots. Deb Boland created the televised invitational mug highlighting FPC's mission and music ministries.

Forwarding invitational press releases to four Johnson County publications for special worship services, 175th Celebrations, a concert and a social justice event.

Advertising FPC in the following new mediums: Iowa Public Radio, University Edition of UI, Family Corridor Guide, Press Citizen's KEY and Little Village;

Purchasing an ad to invite children to Vacation Bible School (VBS);

Sponsoring the FPC softball team;

Purchasing video camera for making sermons available via FPC Facebook / YouTube.

Due to a significant increase in our 2015 budget, Outreach Committee reached and shared information with a significantly greater community. Thank you for supporting FPC's ministries!



REALM Planning Ministry – 2015 Annual Report

During 2015 the REALM Planning Ministry focused on creating a Strategic Plan for FPC. The 2016 Operational Plan with an integrated budget has been completed and was approved by the Session FPC on January 19, 2016. Final copies of the Plan are being prepared and will be distributed on February 14, 2016. The Long Term Plan (3-5 years) continues in development with a target date for completion of July, 2016.

The major tasks completed by the Ministry to develop the Plan were:

1. Development of a strategic planning process to convert REALM from concept to reality.

2. Creation of a demographic analysis of the Iowa City community focused on the needs of the people in the Community.

3. A survey of the congregation, community leaders, and individual community members to learn the perception of community needs and wishes by the people involved. The survey was conducted by Tim McCoy, a local consultant.

4. Organization of a Strategic Planning Task Force to convert the research findings to an operational plan.

5. Development of the basic Plan components - Vision, Mission, Values Statement, and Strategic Goals.

6. Organization and leadership of two communication meetings with the Leadership Team (Session, Deacons, Staff), and two communication meetings with the congregation.

7. Creation of an integrated operational plan and budget for 2016 based on plans created by all program ministries (Worship & Celebration, Equipping, Servanthood, Caring) and all Support Ministries (Administration/Personnel, Building & Grounds, Finance).

8. Publication of the 2016 Plan and Budget to the Congregation (in progress).

Submitted by Carol Ulch

Design Team: Maggie Mowery, Perry Ross, Sam Massey, Carol Ulch Strategic Planning Task Force: John Barr, Dan Thedens, Amy Fletcher, Kevin Keith, Maeleen Thorius, Jeremy Fletcher, Tammy Schroeder, Sam Massey, Carol Ulch

Buildings and Grounds Committee — 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Vern Dengler

Several projects were completed in the past year, and many more are in future plans. Two B & G budget items were exceeded, and two were significantly less than projected. Building maintenance expense was more than the budget, due mostly to significant work being done on the boiler and pneumatic air handling system. Insurance also exceeded budget, due to a 15% increase in premiums. Grounds maintenance was about 40% under budget, thanks to little snow removal expense, and gas (for heating) expense was also low, due in large part to warmer winter temperatures.

The Memorial Garden subcommittee (Millie Youngquist chair), overseen by B & G, made significant progress. The labyrinth bricks/edgers have been placed in the ground, and the Trinity center stone has been installed. Benches have been added, and plantings were replaced due to dying and/or deer damage. Protective fencing has been installed around plantings, and garlic

mustard on the lower hillside was treated. Regular maintenance will be required, such as trimming, watering, etc.

B & G projects completed in the last year included the following:

Parking lot repair of three worst areas. This is a first step toward finishing parking lot repair, sealing, and striping.

Boiler and air handling inspection and repair of several components, including:

○ Pneumatic valves (not responding to thermostat adjustments)

○ Choir room actuator and leaking heater valve

○ Leaking EP switch

○ Air reset controller (Bldg & Grds cont. on page 21)

Support Ministry


Support Ministry

Finance Committee — 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Connie Richardson

The 2015 committee members were: Larry Bruner (Church Treasurer), Tom Martin, Ben Nicholson, Pastor Sam Massey, Ken Miller, Connie Richardson (Moderator) and Saira Steen (Financial Secretary).

The Finance Committee oversees the financial operations of First Presbyterian Church of Iowa City. The committee meets regularly to discuss both the income and expenses of the church, as well as its overall financial position. The committee also addresses any impending issues which may become a challenge. Each month a presentation is made to the church, through Session, of the status of budgetary integrity. The reports include income and expenses for operations, as well as reports of restricted funds. A budget summary is published in each issue of First’s Family.

The FPC congregation, in additional to giving for the operating budget, gives generously to special appeals for mission and to honor the memory of our members who have been called to Glory. The congregation continues to honor financial commitments at a rate that makes budgeting and planning very reliable. For the most part, pledges were paid by the end of the year. The committee encourages members to consider using direct deposit (ACH) as a vehicle for honoring their pledges. This evens the monthly cash flow for the church and simplifies budgeting for members. It can be begun or stopped easily by contacting the Church Financial Secretary.

For the seventh consecutive year, we have balanced the budget. The congregation and each ministry area should feel a sense of satisfaction as income has again exceeded expenses. Of the funds available from excess income over expenses, portions will be directed by Session for specific or for general expenses.

○ Three lower level classroom thermostats

○ Coover Lounge valve replacement causing overheating

Shed/garage repairs, including eviction of a squirrel family, repair of entry points, replacing the damaged side entry door and broken door knob/lock, chewed framing and door jamb, repair and shingling of the roof.

Pew footing repairs and replacement

Collumbarium maintenance and cleaning, fountain maintenance and repair

Replacement of kitchen disposal and switch relocation under sink

Plumbing repairs, including toilet in Gerald’s apartment and water outlet under sink in youth room

Mower tune-up and flat tire repair

Other projects and repairs included:

○ Replacement of light bulbs in sconce lights

○ Yard trimming and plant watering

○ Cleaning downspouts and gutters (caused flooding to youth room)

○ Re-installing accessible parking sign that had been knocked over

○ Repair of light socket for outside lighting causing circuit breaker to trip

○ Repair of church light timer

○ Removal of yard waste from lower parking lot

○ Donation of lifts for various uses, including pew repair

(Bldg & Grds cont. from page 20) Future items on the committee’s list include:

Window screen repair/replacement (many bent frames and damaged screens)

Youth room faucet

Roof leak inspection and repair

Roof overhang/soffit repair due to water damage

Parking lot completion – selected area resurface/repair, seal coat, striping

Bell tower painting - rust treatment

Continued garden updates and maintenance, trimming, watering

Mower maintenance as needed

2 A/C small units currently in need of repair

Possible boiler and air handling maintenance contract

Possible sconce light updates

Front entry weather stripping

Maintenance items for columbarium, fountain pump, downspout and gutter cleaning

Sidewalk square replacement (required by city)

Other projects as possible/required

Any who are interested or skilled in helping with maintenance and/or repairs are welcome to contribute to the B & G committee, and thank you to all who have already done so much.


Additions

The committee is pleased to report that Bill and Sharon Oglesby have established the William and Sharon Oglesby Media and Technology Fund.

To the Community Foundation of Johnson County: Joey Summerwill made an addition to the Joan W. Summerwill Handbell Ministry Fund, First Presbyterian Church, Iowa City, Iowa

Herb and Janice Wilson made an addition to the First Presbyterian Church of Iowa City Endowment Fund

Distributions

Distributions from the endowment are based on the average of the market value of the 12 quarters prior to the end of the year, including the December 31 value. The 2015 distribution was 5% of that average and was distributed, by grant application, as follows:

From the unrestricted portion of the endowment for:

Church 175th anniversary-former pastors - $3,000

Church 175th anniversary-Lenten Retreat - $1,200

Church Administrator Certification Course for Tammy Foster - $2,060

Free Lunch Program for Equipment -$600 Habitat for Humanity Women Build in honor of Mary

Palmberg -$5,000 KoNec for bus passes for 10 youth - $1,200 KoNec for internships for six youth - $4,800

Library Nooks - $2,500 Parish Nurse Position - $22,000 (unfilled)

Planning Consultant - $4,000 Purchase Tympani for Music Program - $2,000

Distributions from restricted funds were: Updegraff Organ Fund - $4,432

Building Fund (capital projects reserves) - $2,156 Lind Family Fund for Pasrur - $245

Massey Fund for Pasrur - $455 (returned to portfolio for growth)

Piro for Fellowship - $273 for Women’s Retreat

As of 12/31/2015, the market value of the endowment, which continues to be managed by Hills Bank and Trust Company, was $1,092,878 compared to $1,149,409 at the end of 2014. We had two meetings with the portfolio managers. Neither the FPC agency fund nor the funds designated for FPC at the Community Foundation of Johnson County is included in the numbers above:

The Community Foundation of Johnson County holds the Joan W. Summerwill Handbell Ministry Fund, First Presbyterian Church, Iowa City, Iowa ($1,475.67 distribution), the Phyllis and Robert Yager Garden Fund at First Presbyterian Church ($272.94 distribution), and the William and Sharon Oglesby Fund (no distribution in 2015).

Memorial Gifts, totaling about $4,945.00 were received in 2015 in memory of:

Betsy Peterson Giest Cynthia Heims

Dordana Mason Grace Olmsted Bob Woodburn

Mary Ann Woodburn

The Committee works with family members to identify an appropriate project for memorial funds. These are reported periodically in First’s Family. The 1840 Legacy Society was established by Session to recognize and thank individuals whose estate plans include FPC or who have made a cash gift to the FPC Endowment or to the Community Foundation of Johnson County on FPC’s behalf. Members are:

John Barr Rhonda Barr

Janice Baumback Jacquelyn Harb

Katie Lind James McDonald

Sharon P. Oglesby William B. Oglesby Rebecca Stockman Joan Summerwill

Judy Whitford Herbert Wilson Janice Wilson Robert Yager

For information about making a current or future gift to the endowment or to the Community Foundation of Johnson County for FPC’s benefit (Endow Iowa tax credits are available), including establishing a permanent named fund, please contact any committee member. Inquiries are confidential.

Endowment and Memorial — 2015 Annual Report


Support Ministry

The Endowment and Memorial Committee oversees the FPC permanent endowment and coordinates with families to appropriately use memorial gifts made to the church. Committee members in 2015 were Kevin Keith, Tom Martin, Ken Miller, Connie Richardson, Jan Wicks, Millie Youngquist, and Robert Youngquist. Ex-officio members were Pastor Sam Massey and Larry Bruner, Church Treasurer.


Support Ministry

Stewardship— 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Tom Martin

Stewardship committee members were Sue Farran, Richard Van Rheeden, Bryan Stoltz, Tom Martin Larry Bruner and Tammy Foster.

The stewardship committees’ approach for 2015 was based on the principal that members of the congregation have the right and hopefully the desire to know what the ministries are doing with the money entrusted to them. There were four 5th Sundays during the year. On each 5th Sunday a ministry was invited to share their activities that might be of interest with the congregation.

During the worship service on the 7 Sundays prior to commitment Sunday, each ministry gave a presentation of activities during the year. A cover letter and pledge cards were mailed to members during the last week of October. For the first time in several years the pledge amount received fell short of the amount received in the last year by approximately $37,000. After some personal contacts were made this amount was reduced to $31,000. The ramifications of this shortfall are being dealt with by the Session and Finance Committee.

The Stewardship Committee would like to extend a big THANK YOU to all members of the congregation for their generous support of God’s work at First Presbyterian Church.

2015 Scholarship Report


In 2015, a scholarship committee was formed to administer the application process for the William B. and Sharon P. Oglesby Scholarship at The University of Iowa, which is for FPC students attending the University, and for the Burianek Trust scholarships. Members of the Scholarship Committee in 2015 were Connie Richardson, Ann Burton, Jim Cochrane, and Rev. Sam Massey, ex-officio.

The Committee made the recommendations below to The University of Iowa for the William B. and Sharon P. Oglesby Scholarship, each for $1,250. All were approved by the University.

Lauren Dengler, Tayler Foster, Arielle Soemadi, and Hannah Titus.

The Burianek Trust sponsored $1,000 scholarships for FPC students. They were awarded to the following students: Erica Dodge, Gwyneth Forsythe, Hannah Titus, and Arielle Soemadi.


Membership of the Worship and Celebration Ministry for 2015 included Elders Sue Dallam, Bob Youngquist, and Ken Fisher; congregational members Rebecca Stockman, Steve Schomberg, Anne Dengler, Valerie Soemadi, and Meg Ketterer; and FPC staff member Darlene Bergman. Sherry Lohman also participated for a portion of the year. Our meetings were held approximately once a month and were led by Meg Ketterer, with an agenda put forward by Darlene Bergman.

In 2015 we completed our celebration of 175 years of the presence of First Presbyterian Church in Iowa City. The year included a return to our pulpit of previous FPC pastors, including Tom Boyd, Ed Morgan, and Tom Finley Brown. In March the congregation enjoyed an old-fashioned box-lunch social and historical presentations, in May a lunch and presentation about our mission in Pasrur, and in

September we had a full weekend reunion of celebration, with a dance at Old Brick (open to the larger community), an open house following a re-enactment of the walk from Old Brick to our Rochester Avenue home, the dedication of the new Linda Kobler Memorial Garden and Labyrinth, a luncheon with PC(USA) Stated Clerk, Gradye Parsons speaking. The weekend festivities ended with a Sunday afternoon hymn-sing. A happy outcome of this celebration is that we can now present to new members a booklet that details the history of our church in this community.

Other achievements in 2015 included the updating of our church’s Wedding Policy, to conform with new Presbyterian policy welcoming all couples to the ceremony of marriage within the church.

Session approved changes to our Communion service that accommodate health and

environmental concerns presented by the congregation. Communion continues to be a weekly feature at our 8 a.m. service; the monthly Communion service at our later worship time now is offered always by Intinction, with individual service available for those who prefer it. We tried employing single-use plastic cups for serving the juice, but environmental concerns led us to return to service by Intinction and the use of fewer of the glass cups that require washing. We are now able to provide a gluten-free option for the bread element, as well.

Our Sunday worship services continued to include the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. options from Labor Day through Memorial Day, and a single service at 10 a.m. during the summer. Elders and Deacons are asked to participate on a regular basis as Worship

Worship and Celebration Ministry

2015 Annual Report Submitted by Meg Ketterer

We kicked off the anniversary year on September 14, 2014 during the morning services with special music and the dedication of the pictures of all of the Pastors that have served this church during its 175 year history. We also displayed church memorabilia that members shared. A potluck luncheon followed the morning services. A trivia contest with church history questions provided fun for all.

Our second event was held December 21, 2014. During the Sunday school hour in Ryerson Fellowship Hall. It was an old fashioned Christmas pageant with young and old participating, and followed by the 10:30 a.m. festival worship including brass, handbells and choirs.

Our third event was held on March 8, 2015 with former pastor Tom Boyd preaching. At an old fashioned box

Review of the 175th

Anniversary Celebration Year

Submitted by Mary Ellen Stamp

Members of the 175th committee included: Vern Dengler, Jake and Toni DeRyke, Ann Grosscup, Dwight

Miller, Bill Oglesby, John Raffensperger, Mary Ellen Stamp, Ben Urick, Robert and Millie Youngquist, Darlene Bergman, staff.

lunch social after church, a sketch was presented based on the notes from the Jubilee celebration held at the church in 1890. The script for the sketch is included in the 175

th Anniversary Celebration Historical Notes

book.

Our fourth event was held May 31, 2015. Former pastor Ed Morgan was welcomed back to preach. We had a potluck lunch after church. We heard a report about our mission in Pasrur from Rev. Morgan. We also introduced the Acts of Kindness project and the Mission Maps showing 175 years of mission service by our church.

(17th Celebration cont. on page 25)


Columbarium — 2015 Annual Report Submitted by Tammy Schroeder

The First Presbyterian Church Columbarium provides a final resting place for members of the church family and with its garden, serves as a visible representation of the great cloud of Christian witnesses. It symbolizes the unity of the Christian community, and it serves as a peaceful gathering place for families and friends.

Physically, the Columbarium is a round structure of Dakota mahogany granite with 96 niches capable of interring the ashes of 192 individuals.

The Church encourages advance planning and seeks to make it possible for members to complete all arrangements in advance for interment and worship services.

We currently have 56 available niches, and donations to the Columbarium fund are gratefully accepted. Funds are used for the perpetual care of the columbarium and its surrounding garden.

Please call the church office for a planning appointment with Tammy Schroeder.

Our final celebration weekend was held September 11-13, 2015. It started with a dance at Old Brick on Friday night celebrating love, life and weddings at Old Brick and FPC. Saturday morning started with a re-creation of the walk celebrating the move from Old Brick to FPC on Rochester Ave. The celebration continued that morning at FPC with a mission fair and the Labyrinth dedication. Sunday’s celebration included former pastor Tom Brown preaching, celebrating 50+ year members, a catered lunch after church, a presentation by PC(USA) Stated Clerk Grayde Parsons and the final event of the year, a Hymn Festival on Sunday afternoon.

An important part of the work done this year for the celebration included the history segments that were provided in each weekly bulletin and longer history moments written for the monthly newsletter. These history moments have been collected in a book provided to the church by Bill Oglesby. That book is accompanied by one that Bill and Dwight Miller created which includes pictures and history of the pastors and their service to our church from 1840-1915.

Commemorative cups and pewter ornaments were purchased for souvenirs for our celebration. A new banner was designed for the 175

th anniversary.

Proceeds from the free will offering for the catered lunch, the sale of the history booklets and the souvenirs totaled $1,687.76. These proceeds were donated to Mission projects: Operation Backpack and Pasrur.

(175th Celebration cont. from page 24)


Deacons — 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Jeremy Fletcher

The members of the Board of Deacons during 2014 were: Rhonda Barr, Stephanie Brentner, Liz Bolin, Anita Burnett, David Carlson, Jeremy Fletcher, Louise Gisolfi, Moses

Kasiriba, Cedric Lee, Mary Linn, Pauline Miller, Sue Olson, Paul Schaeffer, Sarah Swisher, Maeleen Thorius, Ben Urick, Sue Van Duyn-Phipps, and Glenn Van Roekel.

Newly elected Deacons participated in officer training in November 2014. At the December 2014 meeting, new Deacons were welcomed and the Board said thank you to the Deacons whose terms had ended. Officers for 2015 were elected at the December 2014 meeting as follows:

Moderator: Jeremy Fletcher Secretary/Treasurer: Sue Olson Shepherds: Pauline Miller and Susan Van Duyn- Phipps Caring Connection: Liz Bolin and Louise Gisolfi Support Teams: Rhonda Barr Hospital Visitation: Maeleen Thorius, Ben Urick, Dave Carlson, Anita Burnett, Rhonda Barr, Cedric Lee, and Sarah Swisher Prayer Chain: Jeremy Fletcher Cards: Mary Linn and Susan Van Duyn-Phipps Transportation: Ben Urick, Glen Van Roekel, and Cedric Lee

The Board of Deacons held ten regular meetings in 2015, meeting the second Tuesday of every month, except June and July. The Deacons continued to coordinate many of the caring ministries offered by First Presbyterian Church. The regular activities of the board were shared among the Deacon Pairs and seven committees.

Deacon Pairs — Pairs of Deacons were assigned to a segment of the congregation, sorted alphabetically by last name. The Deacon Pair served as a point of contact for members and friends of FPC. The goal was to help create a more involved and caring church community. Deacon Pairs took note of the caring needs among members and then either worked directly with the member to fill that need or put them in contact with the caring ministry that was best able to provide assistance.

The Meet Your Deacons event was held on March 1. This was an opportunity for the Deacons Pairs to introduce themselves to members of the congregation, provide information about the services offered by the Deacons, and enable members to enjoy fellowship with each other.

During 2015, the Deacons developed an organization of member households into Deacon Neighborhoods, with two Deacons assigned to each neighborhood. The new geographic Deacon Neighborhood organization will replace the alphabetical Deacon Pair system in early 2016.

Support Team (Coordinator: Rhonda Barr) – During each of the 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship services, two deacons provided assistance with the service. These deacons collected prayer requests from the congregation and passed them to the pastor. The Support Team also collected and replenished fellowship pads after the service. A Deacon stood with the pastor at the end of the service to assist with pastoral care requests. This year, the Support Team assisted people with physical needs to find seats in the Sanctuary and take on a more active role.

Transportation and Valet (Coordinator: Ben Urick) — The transportation team provided rides for people to the 10:30 Sunday worship service. People were able to request a ride through the church office transportation line. This service was typically used by two to four people each week. Some weeks, as many as six people received rides to church. This committee also coordinated the valet service provided at the 10:30 Sunday worship service, Easter Vigil, and Christmas Eve service. Deacons parked and retrieved vehicles for members who had difficulty walking across the parking lot, especially during inclement weather. The valet service was used by one to five people each week. In addition, the Deacons were available to open the doors or provide assistance to those who could use some help in making their way from the edge of the sidewalk to the church.

Cards (Coordinator: Mary Linn) – Greeting cards were sent to members of the FPC community to observe momentous birthdays and anniversaries, for congratulations on newborns, to send “get well” wishes, and extend sympathy. Approximately 200 cards sent in 2015.

Prayer Chain (Coordinator: Jeremy Fletcher) – The prayer chain is an electronic mailing list used to distribute joys and concerns of people who have asked them to be sent to prayer list members. In 2015, the prayer chain distribution list included approximately 130 member of the FPC community. Prayer requests were submitted through a password-protected page on the FPC website. All FPC member have access to the prayer chain submission system and could contact the deacons if they need assistance. In 2015, approximately 90 prayer

(Deacons continued on page 27)


requests were sent out using the electronic mailing list. This is a significant decrease from the 250 prayer chain emails that were distributed in 2014. Efforts were made to communicate the process for submitting prayer requests through the church newsletter, bulletin and the ministry fair held in September.

Hospital Visitation (Maeleen Thorius, Ben Urick, Dave Carlson, Anita Burnett, Rhonda Barr, Cedric Lee, and Sarah Swisher) – Members of the hospital visitation team visited people in the local hospitals. Requests to visit those hospitalized originated at the church office or from the pastor. Deacons also checked with the hospital on daily basis for available admission information.

Caring Connection (Coordinators: Liz Bolin and Louise Gisolfi) – The Caring Connection coordinated short-term care for members who were newly home from the hospital, ill or just needed help. Examples of services provided included meals, household chores, and local transportation. The Caring Connection also coordinated the Casseroles-To-Go service, which kept main dish casseroles in the church freezer. The casseroles could then be used to provide a meal to anyone who would welcome a prepared meal. The Deacons kept track of the inventory and made arrangements with volunteers when more meals were needed. Anyone was able provide these meals when there was need.

Shepherds (Coordinators: Pauline Miller and Sue Van Duyn-Phipps) – The Shepherds worked to maintain relationships with FPC community

members who had special needs for contact. This included at-home members who were not as mobile as they once were and were unable to participate in church activities, as well as those who have suffered a loss of a loved one within the last year. The Shepherds coordinated volunteer visits to those in need. Easter flowers were delivered to these members by the Deacons and other volunteers. Instead of providing Christmas flowers, FPC youth worked with the Deacons to create small gifts that were delivered to members on the Shepherd list.

The Deacons provided other services throughout the year. Care packages were assembled and sent to college students and military service members in April and November. The care packages were sent during college final exam periods to help relieve stress and provide a connection to FPC. Three care packages were sent in April and four were sent in November. The Deacons also helped decorate the sanctuary by providing spring flowers at Easter, poinsettias during Advent, and hanging decorations during Advent.

The Board of Deacons looks forward to continuing to serve the FPC community in 2016. Deacon activities will continue to emphasize caring for those in need and building and maintaining right relationships amongst the members of the FPC community. The new Deacon Neighborhood system will be implemented in early 2016. Efforts will be made to make the prayer chain easier to use and more accessible to members. Enhanced hospital visitation training will be provided to Deacons and other volunteers. The Deacons will work to meet the growing transportation needs of the FPC community.

(Deacons continued from page 26)

Congregational Health Ministries Team — 2015 Annual Report Submitted by Jan Wicks, Chair

2015 Team Members: Jan Wicks, Rhonda Barr, Anne Dengler, Toni DeRyke, Mary Jo Keith, Sue Olson, Ben Urick, Katie Owen, Maeleen Thorius, Glen Van Roekel, Deacon Liaison, and Pastor Sam Massey, ex-officio

CHM Team Activities for 2015:

1. Monthly blood pressure screenings were held on the 2nd

Sunday of each month between the two worship services [9:30 – 10:30]. Toni DeRyke has continued to coordinate this valuable service.

2. Emergency and first aid maintenance: The automated defibrillator upkeep and supply readiness is an on-going task. Thanks to Tammy Schroeder for her assistance.

(Congregational Health cont. on page 28)


2015 Nominating Committee Annual Report Submitted by Ann Grosscup, Moderator

At the congregational meeting on Sunday, November 8, 2015, the following people were elected:

The 2015 Officer Nominating Committee: elected by the congregation—Rick Boland, Mary Ann Pedde, Don Ross, Mary Ellen Stamp; elected by the Board of Deacons — David Carlson; elected by the Session — Ann Grosscup, moderator; Judy Terry, secretary.

At a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 23, 2014 the following people were elected: Elder: Ed Cranston for the class of 2016. Nancy Gardner, Ann Grosscup, Andreas Soemadi, Carol Ulch, Judy Whitford, and Bob Youngquist for the class of 2018.

Deacon: Rhonda Barr, Aziza Bigaba, Mary Helen Kennerly, Tom Martin, Cory Morris, and Susan Van Duyn-Phipps for the class of 2018.

Nominating Committee for 2016: Jeremy Fletcher, Mary Ann Pedde, Becky Ross, and Don Ross.

3. CPR training was provided to all FPC staff members, with Jan Wicks facilitating this service.

4. Health Ministries Education: We offered information on health and healing topics through the following programs:

A. Bulletin board display – Sun and heat exposure, flu prevention, hand washing and preventing falls, as well as the importance of adult vaccinations. Also urging congregation members and others to donate to the blood drives.

B. Ben Urick and Katie Owen provide quarterly medication review, answer questions related to medications and health, and check blood pressures. Both are registered pharmacists. We appreciate their expertise very much.

C. A weekly Beginning Yoga class taught by Helen Chadima concluded in November.

5. The team voted to suspend the blood drives due to lack of participation.

6. A Flu Clinic was offered on Sunday, September 22, 2013 through the Visiting Nurses Association. The flu shot, FluMist and pneumonia vaccinations were available to the FPC members and public. Sixteen flu vaccinations were administered.

7. Maeleen Thorius and Jan Wicks attended the Access and Inclusion Ministry Workshops at St. Andrew in September 2015.

8. The Health Ministry team participated in the Ministry Fair; they also conducted a survey of participants asking for suggestions for educational topics.

Plans for 2016:

1. On-going health information, B/P checks monthly, and a fall flu clinic.

2. Continue medication review for members.

3. The yoga class will need to be re-evaluated due to the health of Helen Chadima.

4. Provide CPR and AED training for FPC staff members as needed.

5. Plan for continued health education opportunities at FPC.

6. Remain committed to the AIM iniatives.

A. Participate in the Strategic plan including Deacons and Health ministry team:

B. Provide hospital visitation training for volunteers.

C. Provide Care Buddy training for volunteers.

D. Remain committed to health education (a minimum of 4) opportunities at FPC.

E. Provide safe access and inclusion to all FPC faith community activities including worship, Christian education and choir regardless of age or disability.

(Congregational Health cont. from page 27)


Needles, Hooks & Yarn

Submitted by Tammy Schroeder

Several FPC members and friends from the Iowa City community meet on Saturday mornings to knit and crochet. Some friends aren’t able to make our Saturday meeting but help this ministry by knitting at home and donating their work for distribution through our network of charities. We focus mainly on local organizations. A sample of where our work has gone is below:

165 items were distributed to Home Ties, Salvation Army and Lucas School 43 Preemie Hats to UIHC 83 items to Special Olympics

We’ve continued the prayer shawl ministry to comfort friends and members of our congregation. During 2015, 10 shawls, baby blankets and lap robes were delivered, with several more ready to go as needed. These items not only provide warmth but are also a tangible example of God’s presence in our lives. If you know of someone in need of comfort or who is celebrating a joyous occasion, such as a birth, please let us know; send requests to Tammy Schroeder.

We have given out 152 shawls since we started this ministry in 2007.

Although we engage in mission activities, many also work on personal projects, as well. Our needle backgrounds are diverse … a few in the group are first timers, others are learning again, while others have knitted and crocheted for years. Come share the fun and fellowship of Needles, Hooks, & Yarn on Saturday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Contact Carol Macon or Tammy Schroeder for more information.

Friends of Pasrur — 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Mary Linn, Chair

Friends of Pasrur (FOP) is a group of dedicated women and men which promotes support for the Christian Girls’ Higher Secondary School, in Pasrur, Pakistan. The school is run by the Presbyterian Education Board in Pakistan (PEB). The Pasrur school educates about 750 Christian and Muslim students in grades one through ten. The school has recently added two more grades (eleven and twelve) called “higher secondary.” The students are very successful in their matriculation exams and the school has a long waiting list.

For the past ten years, members of First Presbyterian and other friends have sponsored scholarships for 100 poor Christian girls, which allow them to attend school and live in the dormitory built by our church. One scholarship, costing $450 per year, covers tuition, uniforms, books, room and board. We also sponsor several young women who have completed their studies at the Pasrur school and passed the requisite exams allowing them to pursue higher secondary education (grades 11 and 12.) Each of these higher secondary scholarships (tuition room and board, etc.) is $750. Thanks to the generous donations from Friends of Pasrur and FPC, the second floor classroom addition, which contains a new science lab and equipment, has been completed and these girls can now complete their studies at the Pasrur school.

In December 2014 seven gunmen conducted a terrorist attack on the Army Public School in Peshawar, Pakistan. All of the PEB schools were immediately closed for vacation. The Presbyterian Education Board has since raised the level of school security by extending the school boundary walls from 8 feet to 10 feet, adding razor wire to the top of the walls, placing armed guards at the gates and installing CCTV cameras around the campus.

This year Ed Morgan, administrator of the Friends of the Presbyterian Education Board in Pakistan (Friends of PEB) and former FPC pastor, retired. Margy Trimble is now the new Friends of PEB administrator. Margy lived in Pakistan for five years and was member of the PEB Executive Committee there. Jane Cranston and Katie Lind, who serve on the Board of Friends of PEB, attended the annual Friends of PEB board retreat in Hershey, PA.

Ed Morgan visited in Iowa City from May 29-31. Ed preached at FPC and updated us all about Pasrur and PEB. Veda Shaheen Gill (Veda Javaid), Executive Director of PEB, visited FPC from October 2-6. Veda gave us further updates on the Pasrur school. Veda told us that a plaque will be hung on the Pasrur campus to honor Bob and Mary Ann Woodburn and Lucille Burianek for all that they have done for the school.

Friends of Pasrur continue to raise funds to be able (FOP cont. on page 30)


Rags to Stitches group: Toni DeRyke, Earline Moll, Sally Ricky, Becky Ross, Mick Hammer, Judy Terry, Brenda Bradley, Joan Maxwell, Mary Ellen Stamp, Jane Skinner and Nancy Ross.

Again this year the group provided help benefiting several agencies and organizations. We continue to re-purpose fabric from generous donors. Here are some of the items we’ve provided:

FPC: 100+ Visitor Bags Home Ties Daycare: 10 small quilts for children departing the program Servanthood Ministry of FPC: 34 bags containing food and information for the homeless Presbyterian Home in Washington, IA: 40 cloth napkin/bibs for Care Center FPC Coover Lounge: re-upholstered 9 chairs Systems Unlimited: 1 Sensory (Fidget) Quilt, 2 muffs Hospice of Iowa City: 4 Sensory (Fidget) Quilts, I muff

Rags to Stitches

Submitted by Jane Skinner

to provide scholarships to 100 students in grades K-10 and for students who qualify to continue their higher secondary education for the coming school year which runs from April 2016 through March 2017.

Mary Linn served a chair for the Friends of Pasrur this year. Nancy Stensvaag is the financial secretary. Jane Cranston is vice chair. Other members of FOP are Nancy Ross, Nancy Gardener, Becky Ross, Liz Bolin, John Barr, Katie Lind, Arielle Soemadi, Nancy Weber, Sue Dallam, Sharon and Bill Oglesby, Ed Cranston, Janice Baumback, Janice and Herb Wilson, Leann Graves, Susan Massey, Anita Burnett, Candice Wiebener, Ila Howe, Jane Skinner, Geri Schaefer, Ashley Argall, Nancy Warner, Faryle Nothwehr.

We welcome new members, who are committed to working with us to make a difference in the lives of young women in Pakistan.

(FOP cont. from page 29)

Annual Financial Report 2015: Friends of Pasrur for the Presbyterian Girls School in Pasrur, Pakistan

Submitted by Nancy Stensvaag

As of December 31, 2015, the Friends of Pasrur have reached our goal to be able to provide scholarships for 100 students in K-10th, and have raised the funds for our students who continue their higher secondary education for the school year April 2016 through March 2017.

Contribution raised by Friends of Pasrur and sent to the Presbyterian Education Board (PEB) in 2015. These funds were for the following designated purposes:

$45,000 Scholarships of $450 each for 100 girls attending preschool through 10th grades, living at the Pasrur Boarding House for the school year which runs from April 2015 to March 2016

200 Additional funds contributed for construction of the new Second Floor Classroom Addition

5,250 Additional security added to the Pasrur School and Boarding House grounds, including: additional security guards, modified entryway, wall height, and barbed wire on the walls

200 April 2015 Graduation gifts

560 Christmas gifts by Friends of Pasrur members and donors to purchase blazers for the students

3,790 Contributions to provide assistance with major medical expenditures of PEB staff member

$55,000 Total raised and sent in 2015


Presbyterian Women — 2015 Annual Report

Nurturing our faith through prayer

and Bible Study

Anita Burnett led the Horizons Bible study course from September 22 through November 15. This year’s theme was “Come to the Waters.”

Presbyterian Women of the Presbytery of Eastern Iowa (PWPEI) held its spring gathering in Marion on April 23. Several FPC women attended the gathering which included worship, prayer, and workshops. “Living Waters for the World” — a project devoted to providing clean drinking water for poor communities worldwide — was announced as the 2015 and 2016 PWPEI mission project.

The triennial Presbyterian Women’s church-wide gathering was held in June in St. Paul, MN. Five FPC church women attended this exciting and inspiring gathering. PW supported their attendance with modest scholarships.

In October PWPEI held its fall gathering in New London. Carol attended the worship service and information sessions.

All coordinating team and circle meetings include prayer and devotions.

PW provided $900 in scholarship funds for 6 church youth to attend Camp Wyoming.

Supporting the mission of the

church worldwide

Little Creations donations were made at the spring workshop and fall gathering. The Little Creations donations provided infant and children’s clothing for The Family Connection in Mount Pleasant and Helping Hands Ministry in Marion.

Quarterly pledge payments made to PWPEI support the annual mission project.

On February 8 PW hosted a successful marine-themed fundraising event for Operation Starfish Haiti, the 2014 PWPEI mission project. Guest speaker Silent Esthil-Henderson offered inspiring words to attendees and the event raised over $1000, enough to provide a ton of rice and a goat for needy families in Haiti.

Several hundred dollars in gift cards were purchased with Eve and Martha Circle donations for the American Indian Family Center in St. Paul, MN. These cards were presented at June’s church-wide gathering.

Eve and Martha Circles collected the Birthday offering in the spring. This year the PWPEI offering supported the Bethesda Christian Community Center in Colombia (South America) and the Community of St. Therese of Lisieux in Nashville, TN.

The circles collected the Thank Offering in the fall. Funds will be used to support grants to improve the lives of women, children and men in need. Grants are divided between national and international projects.

Working for Justice and Peace

A successful Cookie Walk and Mini-Bazaar was led by Sally Rickey on December 12. Liz Hall handled the publicity; Nancy Ross and Jan Wicks organized the bazaar which offered handmade and gently used items. PW partnered with FPC’s youth to decorate dozens of sugar cookies for the sale. Nearly $2900 of the proceeds will be donated to the Kids Against Hunger 2016 packing project. The PW-supported 2015 meal packing event packed over 16,000 meals and involved about 70 church volunteers of all ages. This has proven to be a successful intergenerational event, ably organized by Nancy Ross.

Generous donations from Eve and Martha Circle members provided funds so that needy students at Robert Lucas Elementary could purchase a book at the school’s annual book fair.

Half of the proceeds ($650) from April’s Book and Bake sale were

(Presbyterian Women cont. on page 32)

All the women of the church are encouraged to enjoy the fellowship and spiritual opportunities afforded by participation in FPC’s Presbyterian Women-sponsored events and groups. In 2015 Presbyterian Women (PW) was led by a coordinating team consisting of Carol Kirsch (moderator), Nancy Ross (vice moderator), Rebecca Stockman (treasurer and Martha Circle representative), Ann Robinson (secretary), Toni DeRyke (Eve Circle representative), Jan Wicks (Together in Service representative) and Laurie Thedens (kitchen committee).

PW activities at First Presbyterian reflect the four commitments articulated in the stated purpose of the church-wide Presbyterian Women’s organization — “Forgiven and freed in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to: nurturing our faith through prayer and Bible study; supporting the mission of the church worldwide; working for justice and peace; and building an inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian Church (USA) and witnesses the promise of God’s kingdom.”


donated to Four Oaks. The event was coordinated by Sharon Raffensperger. For the first time the sale took place over two days.

PW generously supported our church’s participation in the Free Lunch Program, allowing our team to provide outstanding meals for the guests.

PW donated $200 to support HACAP’s Operation Backpack program.

Building an inclusive and caring

community of women

Martha Circle meets on the third Wednesday of the spring and fall months. Eve Circle meets in the evening on the first Tuesday of the month during the school year. Meetings include prayer, devotions, a program, fellowship and refreshments. All church women are welcome.

A spring brunch was held for the women and girls of the church and their guests on April 25. The Coordinating Team prepared the food; entertainment was provided by a group of Irish dancers; and Ann Grosscup was honored with an honorary PW life membership in recognition of her many contributions to FPC and God’s kingdom. A good time was had by all despite the rainy weather.

PW supported the church’s 175th anniversary commemoration by hosting the reception after the Hymn Festival on September 13.

The Needles, Hooks and Yarn group meets at the church on Saturday mornings throughout the year, knitting and crocheting caps, mitten, scarves and prayer shawls for local charities.

The Rags to Stitches group meets sporadically to support a variety of projects to be

used for fundraising, gifts or mission donations. Jane Skinner has been capably leading this group.

We hosted the Johnson County chapter of Church Women United World Day of Prayer gathering on March 6. Attendees filled 69 Easter baskets for the local Domestic Violence Intervention Program.

PW women hosted receptions following five funerals held at the church. This service raises funds for PW mission projects while providing a valuable service for mourning families. Mary Linn, assisted by Rebecca Stockman, has been serving as the leader for the post-funeral receptions.

PW participated in our church’s fall mission fair in September to inform the FPC church community about the organization’s activities and mission support.

(PW cont. from page 31)

Eve Circle — 2015 Annual Report

Submitted by Jan Wicks, Secretary

Officers for 2015 were Jan Wicks, secretary; Mary Ellen Stamp, treasurer; and Toni DeRyke, council representative. Leadership at each meeting was provided by the program leader. Eve Circle had 15 members in 2015, plus new member Jeri Smith.

Eve Circle met regularly on the first Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m., excluding January and the summer months, in either Coover Lounge or Ryerson Fellowship Hall. The December meeting, a salad supper, was held at 6 p.m. Eve Circle members make individual pledges to the Women’s Association which are given to the Presbyterian Women in the Presbytery of East Iowa. Easter and Christmas plants were purchased for the chancel.

Programs in 2015 were arranged by Eve Circle members. February’s program was given by Nancy Ross. In preparation for Project Starfish Haiti on Feb 8, 2015, ribbons were put on bookmarks that the children handed out to the congregation following the children’s sermon. Nancy Ross presented two videos on Haitian culture.

The “Kids Against Hunger” packaging was held Saturday, January 24, 2015, and many in the congregation were involved in the project. The March meeting was cancelled due to weather conditions.

April’s program was opened by Mary Ellen Stamp. Events taking place this month: The Book & Bake Sale on April 11, the Women’s Spring Brunch on April 25, as well as the April 23rd Spring Workshop at Marion Presbyterian Church. “Streams of Living Waters.” The program was a video “Martha” and was shown with Anita Gottschalk dramatizing the part from Luke 10:38-42.

The May 5 meeting was opened by Sally Rickey, who directed the program of instructing us in making strips from plastic bags and rolling them in balls that would be crocheted by Mary Ellen Stamp’s step-daughter, Stephanie Brentner, and made into plastic tote bags.

The September 1 meeting was opened by Jan Wicks. The program was presented by the women who attended the Churchwide Gathering, and their reports. Nancy Ross reported on the Plenary Sessions, Carolina Guerrero-Webb on “What is a

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Presbyterian?” and Anita Burnett on the Native American workshop. Toni DeRyke sang an American Indian song, and Chitoka Guerrero-Webb (who was on voice rest) showed a video that was taken during the trip. Jan Wicks reported on the dementia workshop she attended.

The October 6 meeting, following devotions by Jeri Smith, was opened by Toni DeRyke, who gave the program of a video overview of Anita Gottschalk’s life start in portraying women of the Bible. Entertaining in nursing homes, she found fulfillment with a crowd pleasing applause by the residents. Events taking place this month included the October 3 gathering at Mt. Pleasant’s First Presbyterian Church.

The November 3 program was opened by Anita Burnett, who also did the program of a video on Esther, portrayed by Anita Gottschalk. Events taking place this month were the Church Women’s United meeting at St. Mark’s Methodist Church on November 6. Following the meeting the group is disbanding due to a lack of new leadership coming forward as others retire. A Thank Offering was collected.

The December 1 meeting was our annual Salad Supper at 6 p.m., hosted by Nancy Ross. Our program was singing carols, with Nancy Ross giving a short history at the end of each song. Janie Schomberg was the accompanist. Our gifts for the needy were given for a mission project for children’s books. These are purchased from the Book Fair at Lucas School for children who are unable to afford them.

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Martha Circle — 2015 Annual Report Submitted by Jane Skinner

Our leaders were Maeleen Thorius, and Sharon Raffensperger, co-moderators; Jane Skinner, secretary; Helen Sheets, treasurer; Rebecca Stockman, Women’s Council representative.

Martha Circle met in Ryerson Hall at 9:30 a.m. on the third Wednesday of the months May and September through November. We have 24 active and honorary members with an average attendance of 12.

Our programs covered a series of interesting topics and are open to all. We enjoyed several searching videos by Anita Gutschick, an accomplished monologist portraying women in the Bible. We were challenged by Lara Marsh, the chair of FPC Justice Committee, when she presented her program on Human Trafficking in the U.S. and Iowa. Several women who attended the National PW Gathering in Minneapolis shared their experiences with us. We traveled via video and Cathy Sladek’s narration to Antarctica with her husband Jim, and others as they explored the continent visited by few.

Anita shared her gifts with us as she led the nine week “Come to the Waters,” Bible study in the fall.

The following is our financial statement as of November, 2015 meeting:

$890 Pledges received

$116 Birthday offerings

$147 Thank Offering

$19.99 Least Coin

The monies are sent through the FPCPW account to the East Iowa Presbytery PW treasury for mission work throughout the denomination.

Our Care fund of $150.15 was used to purchase a poinsettia in memory of Grace Olmstead, a lily in memory of Mary Ann Woodburn, a Target gift card for the needy taken to the National Gathering, a donation to the Cancer Society in honor of a member survivor, and the Pastor Sam’s special fund for families in our church who are in need. In addition we took a special offering to add to that fund.

Our members participated in the projects of Presbyterian Women’s Council: Cookie Walk and Mini-Bazaar, Book and Bake sale, and the assembling of food packs for Kids Against Hunger. We also assisted in serving food at funeral receptions and other church events.

We welcome all women of the church to become a part of our lively and friendly group.


Board of Deacons Treasurer’s Report – 2015

General Fund Beginning balance $791.08 Income Expenses

Interest 0.73 Transfer to Emer. Fund 791.81

Total $ 791.81 $791.81

Ending balance $0.00

Emergency Fund Beginning balance $349.10

Income Expenses

Advent flowers 2014 307.19 Easter flowers 2015 * 0.00 Emergency requests 61.50 Gift to fund 150.00 Interest 0.76 Deposit from Gen. Fund 791.81 Total $1598.86 $61.50

Ending balance $1537.36

Deacon General Fund account was closed at Hills Bank on 12/17/2015. *Contributions from the Easter flowers had not been transferred from the FPC flower fund into the deacon’s emergency fund as of 12/31/2015. Respectfully submitted, Sue Olson Secretary / Treasurer


2016 CHURCH OFFICERS Email Home Phone

SESSION

Clerk of Session, Nancy Weber Class of 2016 John Barr 512 Scott Park Dr., 52245 ............................ [email protected] 319-338-7740 Ed Cranston 3792 Lois Lane NE, N. Liberty, 52317 ............. [email protected] 319-339-1102 Sue Dallam 2163 Port Talbot Place, Coralville, 52241 ......... [email protected] 319-331-0638 Ken Fisher 2114 Dempster Dr., Coralville, 52241 ............. [email protected] 319-321-8658 Amy Fletcher 326 N. Mt. Vernon Dr., 52245 ...................... [email protected] 319-338-5328 Dan Thedens 317 S. Westminster St., 52245 ....................... [email protected] 319-936-1061

Class of 2017 Jim Claypool PO Box 1142, Williamsburg, 52361 ................ [email protected] 319-330-4364 Vern Dengler 2418 Princeton Rd, 52245 ............................ [email protected] 319-330-1592 Dale Kraus 4222 Cumberland Lane, 52245 ....................... [email protected] 319-930-8907 Ben Nicholson 4351 Indian Trl NE, Solon, 52333 ................... [email protected] 319-400-1392 Judy Terry 613 N. 1st Ave. #16, 52245 .......................... [email protected] 319-499-8168 Richard Van Rheeden 2717 Holly Court NW, Swisher, 52338 ............ [email protected] 319-621-4280

Class of 2018 Nancy Gardner 2779 Vincent Ave. NE, 52240 ........................ [email protected] 319-643-2507 Ann Grosscup 945 Boston Way #4, Coralville, 52241 ............. [email protected] 319-358-5929 Andreas Soemadi 148 Columbia Dr, 52245 .............................. [email protected] 319-321-3495 Carol Ulch PO Box 295, 1896 NE Racine Ave., Solon, 52333 .... [email protected] 319-530-1599 Judy Whitford 3791 Cottage Reserve Rd NE, Solon, 52333 ....... [email protected] 319-331-3660 Bob Youngquist 831 S 13th Ave., Washington, 52353 ............... [email protected] 319-653-4673

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Moderator: Rhonda Barr Secretary/Treasurer: Sue Olson

Vice-Moderator: David Carlson

Class of 2016 Anita Burnett 661 Palm St, PO Box 427, Riverside, 52327 ....... [email protected] 319-325-7640 Louise Gisolfi 653 Larch Ln, 52245 ................................... [email protected] 319-321-0614 Mary Linn 1404 11th St., Coralville, 52241 ..................... [email protected] 319-321-3316 Pauline Miller 10 Rita Lyn Court, 52245.............................. [email protected] 319-530-1424 Maeleen Thorius 1600 133rd Dr., Amana, 52203 ....................... [email protected] 319-622-3074 Ben Urick 711 Woodside Dr., 52246............................. [email protected] 319-383-8304

Class of 2017 Stephanie Brentner 2042 Bristol Dr., 52245 ............................... [email protected] 319-530-2911 David Carlson 1110 Ravencrest Dr., 52245 .......................... [email protected] 319-354-3343 Liz Bolin 7 Valley View Pl. NE, 52240 ......................... [email protected] 319-331-4557 Moses Kasiriba 2538 Nevada St., 52240 ............................... [email protected] 319-572-8558 Cedric Lee 1027 Rider St., 52246 ................................. [email protected] 319-533-3471 Sue Olson 2527 Aaron Dr. SE, 52240 ............................ [email protected] 319-331-8172

Class of 2018 Aziza Bigaba 818 Pepper Dr., 52240 ................................ [email protected] 319-5944128 Rhonda Barr 512 Scott Park Dr., 52245 ............................ [email protected] 319-936-5998 Mary Helen Kennerly 1005 Church St. #A, 52245 .......................... [email protected] 413-237-5208 Tom Martin 167 Notting Hill Ln., 52245 .......................... [email protected] 319-530-1010 Cory Morris 1108 Dover St., 52240 ................................. [email protected] 319-351-3837 Sue Van Duyn-Phipps 3423 Tulane Ct., 52245 ............................... [email protected] 515-205-3576

CORPORATION OFFICERS President, Jeri Smith 1232 Guilford Ct., 52240 ................. [email protected] 319-530-8562 Vice President, Treasurer, Larry Bruner 4203 Westcott Dr., NE, 52240 ........... [email protected] 319-321-5637

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