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HANDBOOK PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY
Hybrid Meeting Sunday, October 10, 2021
Hosted by: First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC
Directions to First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC .................................................................... i Letter to Commissioners .................................................................................................................. ii Docket ............................................................................................................................................ A: 1 General Presbyter/Stated Clerk Report ....................................................................................... B: 1 Consent Agenda .......................................................................................................................... . C: 1 Nominations Committee Report ................................................................................................. . D: 1 Coordinating Team Report .......................................................................................................... .E: 1 Committee on Preparation For Ministry Report .......................................................................... F: 1 Heather Woolard – Inquirer: Biographical Information ................................................... F: 2 Heather Woolard – Statement of Faith ........................................................................... F: 3 Remi Flaherty – Candidate: Biographical Information .................................................... F: 4 Remi Flaherty – Statement of Faith ................................................................................ F: 5 Robert M. Jones – Candidate: Biographical Information ................................................ F: 6 Robert M. Jones - Statement of Faith ............................................................................. F: 7 Committee on Ministry Report ................................................................................................... G: 1 Information For Candidate to Become the Installed Pastor of Bethesda (Y) Church ... G: 3 (To Be Handed Out)
See Appendix For The Following Reports:
Board of Pensions Flyer – Elizabeth Little, Church Consultant ......................................... Appendix 1 Bethelwoods 501 (c)(3) Task Force Report ....................................................................... Appendix 2 Administrative Ministry Team Report ................................................................................. Appendix 3 Educating & Equipping Ministry Team ............................................................................ Appendix 4 Mission & Outreach Ministry Team Report ........................................................................ Appendix 5 Committee for Racial and Religious Reconciliation Committee (CRRR) ......................... Appendix 6 Review & Evaluation Committee ...................................................................................... Appendix 7 Presbyterian Women ........................................................................................................ Appendix 8 Bethelwoods Ministry Team Report ................................................................................... Appendix 9 The South Carolina Inn at Montreat Report ..................................................................... Appendix 10 History of First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC ......................................................... Appendix 11 Salary Studies Committee Report 2022 .......................................................................... Appendix 12
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Providence Presbytery
Stated Spring Meeting October 10, 2021
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First Presbyterian Church
234 East Main Street
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-328-2467
Directions to First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC Click Here For Directions To First Presbyterian Church , Rock Hill, SC
Our Missions
Each of us has been blessed with different gifts and abilities to, "…serve one another with whatever gift each of
you has received." – First Peter 4:10. First Presbyterian is filled with men, women, and children who serve all
God’s children in many different ways. Listed below are just a few opportunities to be involved in hands-on
mission projects that engage every generation of our congregation. Coats for Kids (In collaboration with Youth) - Members of the Youth Group and their leaders purchase coats, hats, and gloves for the kids at Ebenezer Avenue Elementary. A card is placed in each coat pocket that reads "Warm wishes from your friends at First Presbyterian Church."
Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen - The Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen is a regular benevolence of our Church. It is an interdenominational project supported by many local congregations. The Soup Kitchen provides a free hot meal to the hungry, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Dorothy Day is the location that serves Rock Hill's poorest neighbors including men from The Haven, the temporary men’s shelter. On the 4th Thursday of each month, members of our congregation meet at the Soup Kitchen to cook and serve the meals to the guests.
Threads of Love - Our sewing mission for bereaved families of infants dying at birth donate tiny gowns, hats, and blankets to Piedmont Medical Center and blankets to the Charlotte Threads of Love. In, addition, soft dolls are made and donated to Novant Presbyterian Children's Hospital to be used in teaching patients about their illness and procedures.
The Haven Men’s Shelter Lunch – Our Sunday School classes take turns providing lunch on the 1st Sunday of the month.
Yarns of Love – Yarns of Love is a Prayer Shawl Ministry that meets every Thursday from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the church parlor to knit or crochet shawls to benefit Hospice & Community Care patients, as well as members of our congregation who are ill. They also knit or crochet blankets and hats for premature babies who do not survive.
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Presbyterian Church (USA)
Rev. Dr. Hoover Haney
Transitional
Co-General Presbyter/Stated Clerk
Rev. Olivia Haney
Transitional
Co-General Presbyter/Stated Clerk
Stephen McDonald
Director
Bethelwoods Camp & Conference Center
Rose Lemmons-Berry
Business Administrator
Administrative Assistant
Jill Wilson
Communications Coordinator
Barbara Kurz
Consultant for Mission
Nancy Nutter
Resource Center Clerk
515 Oakland Avenue Rock Hill, SC 29730
Phone: 803-328-6269
Toll Free: 800-922-1609 Fax: 803-328-8701
www.providencepres.org
September 25, 2021 Dear Presbyterian Servants of Christ, As the weather cools, we realize that the year is in its last quarter. With the season changing, we are reminded that holidays will soon begin. We look forward to this with anticipation and expectation. With this last quarter, comes our Fall Stated Meeting of Providence Presbytery. As last year introduced us to virtual meetings, this year we have begun hybrid meetings. It is great to have the opportunity to be in person, but if we wish not to be in person, we can gather virtually. Even with this step, we look forward to when we all can be together. Here is the October 10 Handbook. Please take the time to prayerfully read through the Handbook in preparation for this meeting. Some of the highlights are:
• Rock Hill First Church serving as our host for this hybrid meeting
• Celebrating an Inquirer moving into Inquiry Phase Ministry and two of Providence Presbytery’s Inquirers moving into the Candidacy Phase of Ministry
• An update from the Bethelwoods Task Force on their plans to move forward into a 501c(3) corporation
• An update on Dimes For Hunger and our other mission projects in the Presbytery
We look forward to seeing all of you online or in person in this meeting. As we share our mutual faith and love, we come together to further the Kingdom of God on earth. Peace,
Hoover and Olivia Hoover and Olivia Haney Transitional Co-General Presbyters/ Stated Clerks
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DOCKET
Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 2:30 p.m. Providence Presbytery—Hybrid Called Meeting
Hosted by: First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC
Guided by the Holy Spirit, the mission of Providence Presbytery is to equip, support, and connect our congregations as they faithfully serve Jesus Christ in a changing world.
2:30 pm Call to Order and Opening Prayer Retiring Moderator, RE Tim Cureton Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church
2:35 pm Welcome Stated Clerk Rev. Olivia Haney
A. Welcome From First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill Rev. Dr. William Pender Interim – First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill
B. Recognition of New Ruling Elder Commissioners
C. Welcome Guests
(1) Corresponding Members
(2) Elizabeth Little Church Consultant
Board of Pensions Appendix 1
(3) Sy Hughes Mission Engagement Advisor
Presbyterian Mission Agency
D. List joys, concerns, and announcements in the chat box
2:45 pm Election of Moderator-in-Nomination Rev. Carson Overstreet Van Wyck Presbyterian Church
2:50 pm Adoption of the Docket Moderator Carson Overstreet
Pages A: 1 - 3
2:55 pm Worship Worship Team
3:35 pm General Presbyter/Stated Clerk’s Report Stated Clerk Rev. Dr. Hoover Haney
A. Enrollment and Quorum
Stated Clerk’s Report Page B: 1
A: 2
B. Consent Agenda Pages C: 1 – 2
FIVE MINUTE BREAK
Providence Presbytery in Mission and Ministry 3:40 pm A. Nominations Committee Report Ruling Elder Paulette Crawford
Grace (L) Presbyterian Church
Pages D: 1 - 8
3:45 pm B. Coordinating Team Ruling Elder Iris Rose
Rock Hill First Presbyterian Church
Page E: 1
3:55 pm C. Bethelwoods 501 (c)(3) Task Force Ruling Elder Nate Mallard Rock Hill Presbyterian Church
Appendix 2
4:05 pm D. Committee on Preparation For Ministry Rev. Dr. John White Beth Shiloh Presbyterian Church
Pages F: 1 – 7
4:20 pm E. Committee on Ministry Rev. Dr. Joanne Sizoo
Grace (Y) Presbyterian
Pages G: 1 – 5 Pages G: 3 -5 To Be Handed Out
4:50 pm F. Administrative Ministry Team Rev. Matt Horne
Oakdale Presbyterian Church
Appendix 3
4:55 pm G. Education and Equipping Ministry Team Educator Sarah Childers Grace (Y) Presbyterian Church
Appendix 4
5:00 pm H. Mission & Outreach Team Rev. Jason Myers
Purity Presbyterian Church
Appendix 5 5:10 pm I. Committee for Racial and Religious Reconciliation (CRRR)
and The Anti-Racism Team Ruling Elder Linda Kennedy Hermon Presbyterian Church
Appendix 6
5:15 pm Attendance Report Stated Clerk Rev. Dr. Hoover Haney 5:20 pm Resolutions Committee Report Resolutions Team
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5:25 pm Adjournment & Prayer Moderator Carson Overstreet
2022 PRESBYTERY MEETINGS:
All Meetings Will Be Hybrid Meetings
Date Time Type Location
Sunday, March 13, 2022 2:30 p.m. Stated TBD
Saturday, May 21, 2022 TBD Stated Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC
Sunday, August 14, 2022 2:30 p.m. Called TBD
Sunday, October 9, 2022 2:30 p.m. Stated TBD
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Transitional Co-Presbyters and Stated Clerk Report To Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
With vaccines and masks, and Olivia’s physical therapy ending, we began to visit again:
• Ordination of the Rev. Sally Herlong and Installation of the Rev. John Muse (Clover)
• Church Visits: Riverview, Beth Shiloh, Second Camden
• Worked with the Transition Team finalizing the Transition Plan. Met with some committees to field questions about the plan
• Attended the Leader of Leaders online workshops once a month, May-September.
• Continued working with the Team from Charlotte Presbytery hosting the White Privilege Conference.
• Lunches/coffees: 11
• Assisted Rose in the June Handbook prep and delivery
• Worked getting ready for June and August Presbytery meetings
• Hoover staffed the Bethelwoods Task Force.
• Hosted and attended various Zoom meetings; staffed committees, and talked on the phone
• Preached and/or attended Worship: Hebron and Great Falls, Bethesda (Y), Bowling Green, Second Camden (Olivia), Catholic, and Doby’s Bridge
• Continued working with the 5 South Carolina Presbyteries and the South Carolina Christian Action Coalition, Synod meetings, South Carolina PDA Team, and other Mid Council zoom meetings
• Met with the LUCKY Team to plan the Fall PPP!!! events Self-Care/Fun stuff: Purchased Covenant BBQ, took a week’s vacation to the beach, attended the Called Together Clergy Couples Retreat at Massanetta Springs and went to Virginia about once a month. Hoover took a week of comp time and went to Virginia for mental health yard work, we went to see 4 movies in the theater. Upcoming events:
• Preaching or attending worship between now and the end of the year: Ramah, Beaver Creek, Mt. Pleasant, Tirzah (L), Hermon, Faith, and Grace (Y)
• Attending the Association of Mid Council Leaders/Association of Stated Clerks Event in Baltimore MD, Oct. 1-7
• Attending the Synod of the South Atlantic Gathering at Epworth-By-the Sea Nov. 1-3
• Attending APCE SOAP (South Atlantic Puerto Rico Region APCE) online Nov. 4-5
• Taking a week’s vacation Oct.17-23.
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CONSENT AGENDA (OMNIBUS MOTION) Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
For Information:
1. That the Board of Pensions Flyer from Elizabeth Little, Church Consultant be received as information. (See Appendix 1: Page 1)
2. That the Bethelwoods 501(c)(3) Task Force Report be received as information. (See Appendix 2: Pages 1 - 2)
3. That the Administrative Ministry Team Report be received as information. (See Appendix 3: Pages 1 - 7)
Board of Pensions Quick Facts and Dues Schedule 2022 Summarized Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (08/31/21)
Mission Partnership Giving Y-T-D (08/31/21) Y-T-D Summary of Designated Accounts (08/31/21)
4. That the Education & Equipping Ministry Team Report be received as information, which includes a flyer about the Presbyterian Youth Triennium July 24 – 27, 2022 in Indianapolis, IN (See Appendix 4: Pages 1 - 3)
5. That the Mission & Outreach Ministry Team report be received as information, which
includes updates from Living Waters for the World, Dimes For Hunger, and New Vision in Honduras Eye Clinic (See Appendix 5: Page 1 - 4)
6. That the Committee For Racial and Religious Reconciliation (CRRR) Report be
received as information. (See Appendix 6: Pages 1 - 4)
7. That the 2021 Sessional Records Review & Evaluation Committee Report be received
as information.(See Appendix 7: Page 1)
8. That the Providence Presbytery Presbyterian Women’s Report be received as
information. (See Appendix 8: Page 1)
9. That the Bethelwoods Ministry Team Report be received as information. (See Appendix 9: Pages 1 - 3)
10. That the South Carolina Inn at Montreat Report be received as information.
(See Appendix 10: Pages 1 - 2)
11. That the History of First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC be received as information. (See Appendix 11: Pages 1 - 2)
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For Action: 1. That the minutes of the Providence Presbytery Called Hybrid meeting on August 22,
2021 hosted by Purity Presbyterian Church, Chester, South Carolina be approved by the Presbytery at the request and recommendation of the Minute Reading Committee, which is composed of Ruling Elder Jane Stein and Teaching Elder Mark Verdery.
2. That Presbytery sponsored events in 2022 be authorized to celebrate the Sacrament of
the Lord’s Supper as needed. 4. That the Salary Studies Committee Report for 2022 be approved. (See Appendix 12: Pages 1 - 9) 5. That the Installation Commission to install the Rev. John Andrew Muse which was formed
and completed its work on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. in the worship service held
at the Clover Presbyterian Church be dismissed with thanks. The minutes will be received
and placed into the minutes of Providence Presbytery. The members of the commission
were:
• John Gordon, Ruling Elder, Clover Presbyterian Church;
• William Gaither, Commissioned Ruling Elder, Bethlehem First Presbyterian Church, McConnells, SC,
Messiah Presbyterian Church, Liberty Hill, SC and Moderator of Morningside Presbyterian Church,
Camden, SC;
• Rev. Dr. Hoover Haney, Teaching Elder, Transitional Co-General Presbyter/Stated Clerk, Providence
Presbytery;
• Rev. Beth Hutton-Muse, Teaching Elder, Laboring outside the bounds of Providence Presbytery,
Ruby Presbyterian Church, Ruby, SC;
• Rev. Mia Levetan, Teaching Elder, Member at Large of Providence Presbytery
6. That the Ordination Commission for Sally Herlong be dismissed with thanks. She was
ordained on Sunday, May 23, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. in the worship service held at the Oakland
Avenue Presbyterian Church. Her commission was listed in the June 13, 2021 Presbytery
Handbook.
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Nominations Committee Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
Presbytery Coordinating Team, Ministry Teams, and Committees
COORDINATING TEAM – Hope Moore, Mike Conn, Co-Moderators
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024
Hope Moore Rev. Edgar McCall Rev. John White (Tirzah-Y) (First-Lancaster) (Beth Shiloh) Rev. John Nowaczewski Cathy Phillips Tim McCullough (Covenant) (Riverview) (Pleasant Ridge) Rev. Marty Simmons Jacqueline Orr Anthony Carolyn Williams (Grace – L) (Bethlehem First) Oakland Avenue Presbytery Moderator-2022 Presbytery Moderator 2023 Gwen Cunningham (Messiah) Mike Conn – (Honorably retired) Staff: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks Stephen McDonald, Bethelwoods Director Ex officio: Rev. Joanne Sizoo Linda Kennedy (Committee on Ministry Moderator) (Comm. on Racial & Religious Reconciliation Mod.) Paulette Crawford/Rob Jones Arlene Harder (Nominations Committee Co-Moderator) (Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team Moderator) Paulette Crawford Rev. Matt Horne (Review & Eval. Committee Mod.) (Administrative Ministry Team Moderator) Rev. Steve Austin Tim Cureton (Teaching Elder Commissioner to Synod) (Ruling Elder, Commissioner to Synod) Sarah Childers Rev. Jason Myers (EEMT) (Mission & Outreach Team Moderator) Nate Mallard /Bud Dark (Bethelwoods Co-Moderators)
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MINISTRY TEAMS
ADMINISTRATIVE MINISTRY TEAM – Rev. Matt Horne, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Rev. Jeff Bryan Hope Moore Ronnie Glenn (Oakland Ave) (Tirzah-Y) (Unity)
Rev. Matt Horne Mike Satterwhite Vacant
(Oakdale) (Bethesda K)
Beth Hutton-Muse Tim Cureton Vacant
(New Harmony Presbytery-Ruby) (Pleasant Ridge) Staff: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks Rose Lemmons-Berry, Business Administrator
BETHELWOODS MINISTRY TEAM – Nate Mallard & Bud Dark, Co-Moderators
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Anne Howey Ed Veasey Nate Mallard (First - Lancaster) (Allison Creek) (First – Rock Hill) Geoff Dunn Chip Hutchison Bobby Williams (Purity) (First – Rock Hill) (First -- Rock Hill Elizabeth Schrum Bud Dark Mark Nichols (Beth Shiloh) (Covenant) (Oakland Avenue) Rev. Carrot Williams De’ Patton Great Falls & Hebron) (Bowling Green) Carl Ratliff Mia Levetan (Hermon) (Member-at-large)
Charleston Atlantic Charleston Atlantic Charleston Atlantic Sarah Coggins Sarah Harbin-Coleman Jim Deavor
Staff Stephen McDonald Pie Mikell Bethelwoods Director Charleston Atlantic Staff Liaison
EDUCATION AND EQUIPPING MINISTRY TEAM -- Sarah Childers, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024
Pat Ancrum Rhett Eckhardt Lisa Johnson (Hermon) (Grace – Y) (Bowling Green) Sarah Childers Kara Wheeler Edye Bender (Grace - Y) (First – Rock Hill) (Faith) Rev. Thomas Robinson Rev. Rhonda McClain Kimberly Sanders (Honorably Retired) (Beaver Creek) (Clover)
Staff: Stephen McDonald, Bethelwoods Director
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MISSION AND OUTREACH MINISTRY TEAM – Rev. Jason Myers, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Rev. Garland Hart Rev. James Platt Jacqueline Orr Anthony (Liberty Hill) (Beersheba & Ramah) (Bethlehem – First) Rev. Jason Myers Dan Rogers Dr. Dave Keely (Purity) (Unity) (First – Rock Hill) Ann White Helen Guinness Cathy Lloyd (First – Union) (Oakland Avenue) (Grace – L) William Reed (First – Rock Hill) Staff: Barbara Kurz, Mission Consultant
Subcommittees of Mission and Outreach Ministry Team
Central America Task Force – Geoff Dunn, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Sarah Childers Stuart Graham Dr. Susan Collins (Grace – Y) (Van Wyck) (Allison Creek) Dr. Dave Cowan Joanne Lehman Jimmy Jurado (Oakland Avenue) (First – Rock Hill) (First – Rock Hill) Geoff Dunn Martha Myers Dr. Jason Prescott (Purity) (Purity) (Unity) Dr. George Hook Dr. Bill Oliver (Oakland Avenue) (Oakland Avenue) Staff: Barbara Kurz, Mission Consultant
Hunger Action Team – Dr. Dave Keely, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Arlene Harder Sarah Childers Pat Ancrum (Ramah) (Grace – Y) (Hermon) Rev. Jason Myers Christy Goodner Sammie Hunter (Purity) (First – Rock Hill) (Uriel) Katherine Perrill Dr. Dave Keely Ed Veasey (Bethune) (Rock Hill – First) (Allison Creek) Joyce Sullivan Rev. James Platt Rosa Sansbury (Unity) (Beersheba & Ramah) (Van Wyck) Staff : Barbara Kurz, Mission Consultant
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COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY – Rev. Joanne Sizoo, Moderator Rev. David Bender, Vice Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Paul Horne Rev. David Bender Shirnetha Belk
(First – Rock Hill) (Faith) (First- Lancaster) Susan Roberson Rev. Carson Overstreet Holly Furr (First—Rock Hill) (Van Wyck) (First-Lancaster) Keith McGuire Rev. Joanne Sizoo Rev. Bill Hawley (Oakland Avenue) (Grace – Y) (Woodlawn) Paul Smith Randy McSpadden Rev. James Platt (Old Waxhaw, Wade Memorial) (Honorably Retired) (Beersheba & Ramah) Susan Bullard Spratt White Rev. Doug Blaikie (Unity) (Unity) (Bethesda -- Y) Staff Preparation for Ministry Moderator Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney Rev. John White Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks Note: (Nominations Committee will merge with Committee on Representation)
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE – Paulette Crawford, Rob Jones, Co-Moderators
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Paulette Crawford Barry Lambert Doug MacDonald (Grace – L) (Honorably Retired) (Liberty Hill) Hope Moore Shirnetha Belk Leland Summers (Tirzah – Y) (First—Lancaster) (Grace – L)
Rob Jones Barbara Kurz Vacant
(Liberty Hill) (Oakland Avenue) Staff: Comm. on Representation Moderator: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney Iris Rose Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
PERMANENT JUDICIAL COMMISSION – Tyre Lee, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2024 Class of 2026 Margie McCarter Iris Rose Brian Wilson (Tirzah – Y) (First – Rock Hill) (Grace – Y) Spratt White Ann White Clarkson McDow (Unity) (First – Union) (Oakland Avenue) Rev. Joanne Sizoo Tyre Lee Chad Echols (Grace-Y) (Purity) (Oakland Avenue)
Staff: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
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PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY COMMITTEE – Rev. John White Co-Moderators Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Rev. John White Robert Howey Abe Perry (Beth Shiloh) (First – Lancaster) (First – Lancaster) Bill Williams Rev. Jim Davis Rev. Nick Setzer (First – Lancaster) (Bethesda – K) (First – York) Noel McCall Rev. Megan Watson Sue Williams (Trinity PC, Charlotte Presbytery) (Member-At-Large) (Oakland Avenue) Staff: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
Presbyterian Women Coordinating Team – Arlene Harder, Moderator
2021 – 2022 Officers
Moderator Arlene Harder Historian Lee Barnwell Treasurer Debbie Lower Member-at-Large Pat Oglesby Secretary & Member-at-Large Kay Nivens Member-at-Large Pat Ancrum Member-at-Large Trici Davis
PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY MINUTE READING COMMITTEE
Note: (Presbytery Minutes will become part of the Consent agenda)
COMMITTEE ON RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS RECONCILIATION (CRRR) —
Linda Kennedy, Moderator
Pat Ancrum William Gaither Diane Schultz (Hermon) (Bethlehem 1st & Messiah) (Allison Creek) Jessalyn Anderson Linda Kennedy Rev. Tom Sherer (Community Member) (Hermon) (Honorably Retired) Jackie Orr Anthony Anna Melvin Gay Tanis (Bethlehem First) (Nazareth Baptist) (Covenant) Jennifer Bryan Rev. Jane Summey-Mullennix Fred Smith (Oakland Avenue) (Oakland Avenue) (First—Lancaster)
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COMMITTEE ON REPRESENTATION – Iris Rose, Moderator
(Members will be asked to combine with Nominations Committee)
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Youth Member Sherry Hutchison Iris Rose Hannah Johnson (First—Rock Hill) (First – Rock Hill) (Beth Shiloh) Martha Ussery Rev. John Hallman (Beaver Creek) (Honorable Retired) Adrienna Witherspoon Rev. D. C. Horne (Douglas) (Minister-At-Large)
Staff: Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
REVIEW AND EVALUATION – Paulette Crawford, Moderator Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Susan H. Bullard George Crawford Ronnie Bailes (Unity) (Grace – L) (First – York) Paulette Crawford Nell Jones Robert Folks (Grace – L) (Purity) (First—Lancaster) Tyre Lee Dannie Vaughn Cathy W. Phillips (Purity) (Unity) (Riverview) Staff Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
SALARY STUDIES COMMITTEE – Ken Love, Moderator
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Ken Love Rev. Megan Watson Phil Neely (Bowling Green) (Member-At-Large) (First—Lancaster) Lisa Bratton Keith McGuire Emma Jane Riddle (Tirzah -- Y) (Oakland Avenue) (Hebron) Staff Revs. Olivia & Hoover Haney, Transitional Co-General Presbyters/Stated Clerks
TRUSTEES Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Mary Ann McDow Robert Folks Tyre Lee (Oakland Avenue) (Lancaster First) (Purity)
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MODERATORS OF PRESBYTERY MEETINGS: 2022 – Gwen Cunningham (Messiah) 2023 – Mike Conn (Honorably Retired) PRESBYTERY MEETINGS: March - Stated Date: Sunday, March 13, 2022 Time: 2:30 PM Method: (Hybrid-- Subject to change) Location: TBD
May - Stated Date: Saturday, May 21, 2022 Time: TBA Location: Presbyterian College at Clinton, SC August – Called Date: Sunday, August 14, 2022 Time: 2:30 PM Method: (Hybrid-- Subject to change) Location: TBD October – Stated Date: Sunday, October 9, 2022 Time: 2:30 PM Method: (Hybrid-- Subject to change) Location: TBD
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RELATED ORGANIZATIONS
PRESBYTERIAN COMMUNITIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA BOARD OF DIRECTORS To be selected by Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina
SOUTH CAROLINA INN AT MONTREAT BOARD
Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 Eddie Lee Bev Keely Rev. Sam McGregor (First—York) (First – Rock Hill) (Allison Creek)
SOUTH CAROLINA LAY SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY COMMITTEE Class of 2022 Class of 2023 Class of 2024 (ineligible) Phillip Wright Max Russell (Allison Creek) (Bowling Green)
COMMISSIONERS TO SYNOD (Class of 2022) Teaching Elder Commissioner Ruling Elder Commissioner Rev. Steve Austin Tim Cureton (Doby’s Bridge) (Pleasant Ridge)
SYNOD PERMANENT JUDICIAL COMMISSION Class of 2022 Rev. David Bender (Faith)
BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THORNWELL HOME FOR CHILDREN Jim Morton (First - Lancaster)
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Providence Presbytery Coordinating Team Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021 FOR INFORMATION:
1. On September 16, 2021, the Coordinating Team received reports from the Presbyterian Women, Nominations Committee, Mission and Outreach Ministry Team, Review and Evaluation, and Education and Equipping Ministry Team.
2. The Mission and Outreach Ministry Team plans to provide an update on the Matthew
25 Invitation during 2022. FOR ACTION:
1. The Nominations Committee recommended the following for action to the Coordinating Team during the September 16, 2021, meeting. On behalf of the Coordinating Team, I so move we:
a) Set the 2022 Presbytery Meeting Dates listed below. The meetings will be hybrid or
virtual. We are asking the sessions to invite the presbytery to come.
Sunday, March 13, 2:30 p.m. - Stated TBD Saturday, May 21 (SC5) Time TBD - Stated Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC
Sunday, August 14, 2:30 p.m. - Called TBD Sunday, October 9, 2:30 p.m. - Stated TBD
b) Add Providence Presbytery Minutes to the Presbytery Consent Agenda section of
the handbook. (This eliminates the need for the Providence Presbytery Minute Reading Committee.)
c) Merge the Nominations and Representation Committees. (This eliminates overlapping responsibilities and the need for more resources.)
2. The Coordinating Team moves the following item for action. The names of the
Implementation Team Members will be presented at the presbytery meeting. On behalf of the Coordinating Team, I so move we: a) Approve the Transition Implementation Team members and their commissioning.
Respectfully submitted: Iris Rose and Hope Moore Coordinating Team, Co-Moderators
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Committee on Preparation For Ministry (CPM)
Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
The Committee on Preparation has been meeting regularly and is soon to be working on its own
criteria by which Inquirers and Candidates are to be guided in the process. Recently, the CPM has
met with Remi Flaherty, Rob Jones, and Heather Woolard each of whom petitioned the Committee
to move forward in the process.
Like most committees during COVID 19 the CPM struggled through Zoom meetings and has just
begun to meet again in person (which may be halted if COVID based illnesses continue to rise).
Items For Information:
1. The following individuals are under the care of Providence Presbytery:
2.
Seeking Inquirer Status Inquirers Candidates
Heather Woolard Remi Flaherty DJ Houser (Union – Charlotte) (Seminary Graduate: Erskine)
Rob Jones Bob Martin (Union – Charlotte) (Seminary Graduate: Union – Charlotte)
Letarshia Robinson (Union – Charlotte)
Holly Hartsoe Shames (Seminary Graduate: Union – Charlotte)
Approved to seek a call
Paul Smith (Union – Charlotte)
3. The Committee has enrolled Heather Woolard as an Inquirer at its most recent meeting.
She comes from the Bethesda Congregation in Camden. Please find her relevant
information appended to the Committee’s report. (See Pages F: 2 - 3)
Items for action:
1. The Committee unreservedly moves Remi Flaherty’s Candidacy and the Presbytery’s
concurrence. She is a student at Union Seminary Charlotte. She is a member at the Grace
Church in Ft. Mill. She is also a school counselor in Rock Hill. Please find her relevant
information appended to the Committee’s report. (See Pages F: 4 - 5)
2. The Committee unreservedly moves Rob Jones’ Candidacy. He is also a student at Union
Seminary Charlotte. He is a member at Liberty Hill Church in Liberty Hill. Please find his
relevant information appended to the Committee’s report. (See Pages F: 6 - 7)
The Committee continues its work and solicits prayers from the Presbytery’s member churches for
faithfulness and excellence.
Respectfully submitted: Dr. John D. White, Co-Chair
F: 2
Heather Woolard - Inquirer
Biographical Information
Hi! I’m Heather Woolard – I’m from Camden, SC and I am
now attending Union Presbyterian Seminary at their Charlotte
campus. I’m seeking a Master of Divinity and a Master of
Christian Education.
I have lived all my life in Camden, with my parents and four siblings. I love Camden, and
I have a huge soft spot for the Midlands of South Carolina! While in Camden, I attend
Bethesda Presbyterian Church- in which I was baptized in, confirmed in, and grew in for
my whole life. As a child Sunday School was a huge part of my foundation in the faith
and I learned so much about the Bible in those classrooms. I am very blessed to be a
member of a church that has formed my faith and knowledge and also allowed me to
participate in the forming of other people’s faith journey though experiences like
Vacation Bible School, Youth Group, and serving as guest preacher.
For most of my life I have been a competitive runner and have enjoyed competing at the
collegiate level. My specialties are the long and triple jump, but I have done a range of
events- from the 60-meter dash to the 5-kilometer run and from the javelin throw to the
high jump.
In my spare time I love to make any type of craft and I’m especially fond of making my
own clothes! I have taken my knowledge of sewing and designing and founded my own
company called 2FlowersCo where I sell headbands and other designs that I have
created. Not only has this become a business for me, but it remains one of my
passions.
I currently work in Business Development at The Red Shirt Guys Roofing Company. In
this position I work in close contact with my coworkers in order to implement new
systems and increase the overall efficiency of the business.
I am eagerly looking forward to exploring my call to ministering to God’s beloved
though my seminary journey and the years that come with that. Throughout this time, I
am also discerning what type of position is right for me as pastoral care and Christian
education are both passions of mine.
F: 3
Heather Woolard - Inquiry
Statement of Faith
I believe in God- the one true Creator of the universe, who did not create and
forsake His handiwork- but who actively tends, loves, and directs it.
I believe in Jesus Christ who came to live amongst humanity as fully human and
fully God.
I believe it is through Him that we have perfect atonement for our sins and that
His death, resurrection, and subsequent sending of the Holy Sprit is the only way we
are able to have a relationship with God the Father.
I believe the Holy Spirit, through prayer and communion with Him, allows us to
enter into a relationship with the Godhead.
I believe in a personal and compassionate God who through His great
providence and faithfulness made a way for His people in the wilderness and still makes
a way for them today.
I believe God loves His creation and desires His creation as a whole to be
reconciled to Him; in light of this view, I believe that my actions must reflect great care
to His beloved.
He is perfect in knowledge and power and His was are greater than my
fathoming.
I believe in order to understand.
F: 4
Remi Flaherty - Candidate Biographical Information
My parents were missionaries that followed the Tent Making model from the 60’s. I grew up in many places including Honduras, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Nigeria, and South Korea. I also grew up in many different denominations and church cultures. I can not remember a time I did not talk to God. There has always in my memories and is in my current life a constant dialogue with God who I understand as a triune God of parent, savior, and companion. At a young age I was gifted the spiritual gifts of prophecy and discernment. My understanding of this has grown and changed throughout my life as I live into my callings. When I was in middle and high school, I had a more evangelical view of these gifts but never really felt that was a full understanding, especially when older. I did however receive messages for others and have clear senses of what I needed to be doing at various points in my life. In college when I met my husband, we made a conscious choice to move away from the non-denominational / evangelical churches that we had grown up with and choose a mainline denomination for several reasons including accountability within the denomination as well as knowing that some mainline denominations ordained women. It was important for us to choose a home that included women in leadership. With a psychology degree I needed to continue with school for my best job option and started shopping for seminaries because I thought I was supposed to be in a ministry position. God let me know that my first call was to become a school counselor which as it turns out was my least favorite option. I answered this call and studied school counseling at The Citadel. I have grown to love the profession over the last 16 years and find it a fulfilling vocation that I continue to do as I attend seminary. About six years ago I felt a new call towards fulltime ministry and began to explore this with the UMC. As I discerned my call and looked at schools, I felt that ministry and seminary were right for me but not in my current church denomination. With some prayer and research and knowing that Union Presbyterian Seminary was my top choice of programs, I switched to the PCUSA and became a member of Grace Presbyterian Church in Fort Mill. I started seminary in the fall of 2018 and have just finished up year three out of their five-year program. I am looking forward to my internship this coming school year as well as CPE next summer of 2022. During my first three years I have learned a lot academically as well as about myself, my limits, and my gifts. Walter Brueggemann and Tod Linafelt describe prophecy in their An Introduction to the Old Testament with both the conservative and liberal Christian views as they differ in presentation. Conservatives tend to only think of it as a supernatural event with visions and dreams predicting the future as some of the Old Testament books seem to lean towards. The liberal interpretation tends to put a very human understanding as passionate engagement in social justice. Speaking truth through words and actions would be the best summary for my understanding today. I am called to speak and act in truth as revealed by the Holy Spirit for any and all that are oppressed or in need. My actions and words in my present vocation are my ministry today. In the future I may continue in school counseling, become a pastor, or move towards chaplaincy. I most feel called to chaplaincy and hope that this coming year of internships in a parish setting and then in a chaplaincy setting will bring more clarity. I may end up doing a combination of them all and do not really see any one of these callings as the only calling but a future journey that will change and evolve over time including parts of each vocation.
F: 5
Remi Flaherty - Candidate Faith Statement
I believe in the Triune God of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. One God who is our
parent, liberator, savior, comforter, and creator of everything. God is ruler of everything
that was and is being created.
I believe in Jesus Christ the revelation of God to humanity. Jesus is fully divine
and was fully human, sent to humanity to stand in solidarity, suffer with us, and
welcome us into a personal relationship with God. Jesus was born of a woman so that
he experienced everything that we experience. Jesus lived a life passionate about
social justice. He spoke for the sovereignty of the kingdom of God over and above any
ruler on earth and for the equal treatment of all humanity. He spoke the truth of God and
was crucified and died for this good news. Jesus then rose from the dead to take his
place with God as Lord.
I believe in the Holy Spirit sent to comfort us in the absence of Jesus. The Spirit
walks along side us guiding us through the reading of scripture, our communion with
other Christians, and through creation that is forever being renewed.
It is through Jesus' life and work that grace exists and can allow the Holy Spirit to
speak to us through the bible, teachers, and prophets. It is through this God given grace
that we are given the gift of faith and can be in relationship with God. Without grace we
cannot be saved from sin no matter how hard we might try on our own. God's gift of
grace is free and perseveres with us through forgiveness and relationship.
F: 6
Robert M. Jones - Candidate Biographical Information
Hello, I am Robert “Rob” Jones and here is a little about me.
I grew up in Lancaster, just behind Second Baptist Church, and then baptized at 17 at Springdale
Baptist Church. God had plans for me right away, although it took many years to realize those plans for
myself. I live in the Liberty Hill community now but spent 16 years living in Kershaw with my family
while caring for my mother. I married my high school sweetheart, Mica, on January 2nd, 2000, and we
have two exceptional and polar-opposite children, Sebastian (17) and Piper (4). We met when I was 15,
and she was 13. My wife has been my rock and my spiritual companion for as long as I can remember.
Mica is the music director for Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church and Director of Memory Care at
Watercrest Senior Living in Indian Land.
In 1997 I began attending Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church. In 2004 my family and I joined Liberty Hill
Presbyterian Church, and since 2007, I have served as Elder. I taught Sunday school for Four years at
LHPC, writing my own Bible studies to fit with the diverse interests of the adult Sunday school class. I
am a fifth-year seminary student at Union Presbyterian Seminary Charlotte. With God’s grace and
much work left to do, I plan to graduate in April 2022. I have done pulpit supply work for LHPC, First
Presbyterian (Rock Hill), and Douglas Presbyterian Church (Lancaster). I am currently the student intern
at Grace Presbyterian Lancaster, where I am learning much from my supervisor and mentor, Rev.
Marty Simmons.
I am grateful to be considered as a Candidate for the presbytery. I believe God has called me to be a
minister. This journey has been in progress for far longer than my seminary experience, and I know
that God is far from done writing my story. It is the greatest blessing in my life to bring the good news
of Jesus to the world.
F: 7
Robert M. Jones - Candidate Faith Statement
I believe in the triune God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, all fully equal and
fully God. I believe that through God’s sovereignty, the whole of the universe and every
being who resides in it embodies the life God intends for them to live. God is our
redeemer and sustainer, as Jesus and the Holy Spirit walk hand and hand with us so
that we each embody God’s plan.
I believe God has shown us grace and mercy in Christ Jesus. Therefore, I declare that
Christ is my savior. I believe that Jesus is both human and divine. I believe Christians
are called to live the example Christ taught us; to liberate the oppressed, teach to those
around us, seek good health for the sick, release the captives, and pursue justice,
equality, and liberation.
I believe God, the Holy Spirit, dwells in each being so that transformation may occur
and gives the gifts of creativity, intellect, compassion, and faith. Furthermore, I believe
in the authority of scripture. Therefore, Christians should interpret the ancient holy text
to equip followers for a life of faith and live by God’s teachings. Finally, Christians
should invoke the Holy Spirit through the proclamation of scripture, prayer, and worship
together as a community of faith called the Holy Catholic Church.
The Church proclaims God’s love for all people by declaring the good news given to us
by Christ so that grace abounds and people are called into discipleship. The
sacraments are an outward sign of an invisible grace. Baptism calls people into the
Church as a sign of God’s covenant. The Eucharist is the celebration of Christ’s love,
service, and sacrifice. Christ is ever-present with the Church and gives the Church life
so that it may be a community of faith, hope, love, and witness that directs people to the
good news.
Robert Manley Jones
Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church
Union Presbyterian Seminary
G: 1
Committee on Ministry Report
Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
Items for Information:
1. The following church has an active Pastor Nominating Committee that is in the process of
seeking new pastoral relationship:
• Bethesda (Y) Presbyterian Church
• First Presbyterian Church – Rock Hill, SC
• Unity Presbyterian Church - Associate
2. Approved the following covenants/contracts:
• Rev. Bill Hawley and Woodlawn Presbyterian Church to serve as Stated Supply (Covenant: 03/1/21 – 02/28/22)
• Rev. John Rumford and Fort Lawn Presbyterian Church to serve as Stated Supply (Covenant: 01/01/21 – 12/21/21)
• Rev. Ed Melvin and Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church to serve as Stated Supply (Covenant: 06/01/21 – 05/31/22)
• Rev. Johnathan Davis and Hermon Presbyterian Church to serve as Stated Supply (Covenant: 01/01/21 – 12/31/21)
• CRE Paul Smith and Old Waxhaw Presbyterian Church to serve as Commissioned
Ruling Elder (Covenant: 08/02/21 – 07/31/22)
• Rev. Rhonda McClain and Beaver Creek Presbyterian Church to serve as Stated
Supply (Covenant: 07/15/21 – 07/15/22)
3. “Safe Gatherings: Clergy and Ministerial Ethics” will be our new boundary training
curriculum. More information will be given at a later date.
4. Rev. Matt Horne has been appointed as the Moderator of the Session for First
Presbyterian Church – Union, SC.
5. The fall Lay School of Theology will be in person October 15 – 16, 2021 at Presbyterian
College. Our last time there was October of 2019. Please see the revised flyer online.
There have been some changes. They will continue to offer four core courses and one
elective. However, they have reduced the length of each session to Friday and Saturday
G: 2
ONLY, eliminating the Sunday session. They will still offer the same number of class
hours, just in a tighter schedule. The registration form can be found at https://
providencepresby.files.wordpress.com/2021/09/revised-registration-form-fall-2021.pdf
Items for Action:
1. That the Candidate to become the installed pastor at Bethesda Presbyterian Church,
McConnells, SC be examined on the floor of Presbytery. The Biographical Information, Faith Statement, and Terms of Call will be distributed prior to Presbytery. (Pages G: 3 – 5 To Be Handed Out)
Appendix
Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
Board of Pensions Flyer – Elizabeth Little, Church Consultant .............. Appendix 1
Bethelwoods 501 (c)(3) Task Force Report ............................................... Appendix 2
Administrative Ministry Team .................................................................... Appendix 3
Administrative Ministry Team Report ............................................................ Pages 1 – 2
Board of Pensions Quick Facts and Dues Schedule ..................................... Pages 3 – 7
2021 Church Mission Partnership Acceptance Giving (08/31/21) ..................... Pages 8 - 9
2021 Summarized Analysis of Revenue (08/31/21) ............................................ Page 10
2021 Summarized Analysis of Revenue & Expenses (08/31/21) .......................... Page 11
2021 Y-T-D Summary of Designated Accounts (08/31/21) .......................... Pages 12 – 13
Education and Equipping Ministry Team ................................................. Appendix 4
Education & Equipping Ministry Team Report ............................................ Pages 1 – 2
Presbyterian Youth Triennium July 24 – 27, 2022 Flyer ...................................... Page 3
Mission & Outreach Ministry Team ............................................................ Appendix 5
Mission & Outreach Ministry Team Report .......................................................... Page 1
Living Waters For The World Committee Report ................................................. Page 2
2021 Dimes For Hunger News ............................................................................ Page 3
New Vision in Honduras ............................................................................... Pages 7 - 8
Committee For Racial and Religious Reconciliation Committee (CRRR) Appendix 6
CRRR Report ..................................................................................................... Page 1
Review & Evaluation Committee Report ................................................... Appendix 7
Presbyterian Women’s Report .................................................................. Appendix 8
Bethelwoods Ministry Team ..................................................................... Appendix 9
Bethelwoods Ministry Team Report ............................................................. Pages 1 - 3
The South Carolina Inn at Montreat Report ............................................ Appendix 10
South Carolina Inn at Montreat Report ................................................................ Page 1
South Carolina Inn at Montreat Committee and Staff Info .................................... Page 2
History of Tirzah Presbyterian Church, York, SC ................................... Appendix 11
Salary Studies Committee Report For 2022 ............................................ Appendix 12
Appendix 1: Page 1 of 1
Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – As a national agency of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), the Board of Pensions shares the
PC(USA)'s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to dismantling structural racism. We are taking tangible,
intentional steps to ensure a workplace culture that inspires a sense of belonging. And we are continuing to actively engage
throughout the Church to ensure access to benefits plans and programs that provide wholeness.
Minister’s Choice
Minister's Choice is a new benefits package that provides important financial protection for non-installed ministers working at least 20 hours a week and includes pension, death and disability, temporary disability, and the Employee Assistance Plan. The cost is 10% of effective salary, also fully employer paid. Through this program more ministers will have access to the Board's education and assistance programs.
Other Notable Headlines
• Annual Enrollment – This year's annual enrollment — the time when employees can make changes or elect new
benefits coverage for next year — will be Monday, October 25 through Friday, November 12, 2021. • Annual Enrollment Toolkits – Employers can use the materials in this toolkit to engage employees and educate them
about the benefits available to them effective January 1, as well as what they need to do during this important time. • Temporary Disability – The Temporary Disability Plan provides employees with the financial protection of a partial
income if they are unable to perform regular work duties because of sickness or injury. • Employee Assistance Plan – The Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) is a confidential resource provided at no cost to
employees enrolled in medical coverage through the Board of Pensions or the Pastor's Participation or Minister's
Choice benefits package.
I hope all are healthy and well. I wish we could be together in person, but as the coronavirus pandemic prevents that f rom happening, I write to share these key updates from the Board of Pensions. If you have questions, my colleagues in Philadelphia and I are happy to assist.
Blessings ,
Elizabeth Little Church Consultant M: 252 - 723 - 8653 elittle @pensions.org
Member/Employer Services 800 - 773 - 7752 Mon - Fri 8:30 - pm EST 7:00
Appendix 2: Page 1 of 2
Bethelwoods 501c3 Task Force
Report to Presbytery
October 10, 2021
The task force is continuing its mission of discerning the direction forward with
reorganizing Bethelwoods into a 501c3 entity. The task force has met with attorney,
Brent Tompkins, to discuss some points of interest including:
● Bethelwoods Property Deeds, Restrictions, Title Search.
● Date and Documentation of the formation of Providence Presbytery as
Corporation.
● Begin with what are the interests of Providence Presbytery. How to make this
transaction best
● for the presbytery.
● What is liability at the present? Presbytery has the risks now, how would they be
handled?
● Could set up a corporation and then when ‘independent’, they up their insurance
coverage.
● Composition of the Board, What role, if any, will presbytery have in selection of
BW officers?
● How does presbytery supervise the new board? For what period of time? What
questions do we ask during transition?
From this discussion we learned that the best way to accomplish one of the focus points
of this project, limiting the Presbytery’s liability, would be to establish “the corporate
veil” as strong as possible. More than likely this will probably look like a tenant-landlord
relationship between Providence Presbytery and future Bethelwoods entity going
forward. The details of this are still being hammered out, with input from other camp and
conference sites that have already done so.
The Task Force has also split into sub committees to work on two major parts. One is
finding candidates for a “Founding Board” of directors, and the other is working on
501c3 organizational structure. The latter is working on a set of by-laws, covenants, and
mission, to govern the new board and its relationship with the presbytery, with input
from PCUSA sites that have successfully done this. The former is contacting folks that
will serve on the first full board of directors. There is a meeting set for October 6th, for
these potential candidates to come to Bethelwoods, learn more about it, and ask any
questions of the Task Force.
As a formality, the task force will be organized into what we are calling an “organizing
board” This will not be a complete board, nor will it have any effect on the operation of
Bethelwoods or its relationship to Presbytery. Its purpose is to draft the by-laws, create
covenants, establish the 501c3 and nominate the “Founding Board”. The final product of
all of this will be sent to Presbytery for final approval and acceptance at a later date.
Appendix 2: Page 2 of 2
A town hall style meeting was held August 19th at Bethelwoods and on Zoom. Those
that attended felt strongly that this looks to be a good choice for the future of the camp
as long as we can protect the assets of Providence Presbytery. The task force plans to
hold at least one more of these meetings in the future. Date will be provided via In the
Know and Olivia’s weekly thoughts email.
The Task Force is happy with the amount of progress we are making now and believe
that we are heading in the right direction.
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Administrative Ministry Team Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021 ITEMS FOR INFORMATION:
1. The Administrative Ministry Team expresses a big thank you and appreciation to our
churches for their generosity in giving to the mission of Christ’s church through the
Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly.
Here is the financial snapshot of the end of August 2020 – vs - August 2021. August 31, 2020 August 31, 2021 Providence Presbytery Income $547,561.68 (52.15%) $540,206.20 (65.75%) Expenses $528,272.70 (49.42%) $506,675.16 (55.83%) Net Totals: $19,288.98* (includes PPP Money) $33,531.04
• The August 31, 2020 figures included the $93,818.83 PPP First Draw Money: Bethelwoods $45,283.20 Providence $48,535.63
August 31, 2020 August 31, 2021 Bethelwoods Income $185,619.09* (31.38%) $221,473.25 (59.31%)
Expenses $249,977.90 (43.48%) $249,977.90 (56.64%) Net Totals: -$28,504.65 -$28,504.65
• The August 31, 2020 Bethelwoods figures included PPP Money
Mission Partnership Pledges from churches August 31, 2020 August 31, 2021 $275,849.62 (63.83%) $289,334.65 (68.55%)
2. The Administrative Ministry Team will resume its stewardship visits to congregations in
early 2022, depending on Covid-19 restrictions.
3. Board of Pensions 2022 Board of Pensions Quick Facts & Dues Schedule. (Appendix 3: Pages 3 - 7)
4. For Information, the following reports are enclosed:
2021 Mission Partnership Acceptance Giving Y-T-D [August 31, 2021] (Appendix 3: Pages 8 - 9)
2021 Summarized Analysis of Revenue [August 31, 2021] (Appendix 3: Page 10) 2021 Summarized Analysis of Revenue and Expenses [August 31, 2021] (Appendix 3: Page 11)
2021 Y-T-D Summary of Designated Accounts [August 31, 2021] (Appendix 3: Pages 12 - 13)
Appendix 3: Page 2 of 13
5. The Administrative Ministry Team approved Providence Presbytery’s 2022 Board of
Pensions Employer Agreement. The agreement has been in effect since 2017. This was
recommended to the Salary Studies Committee for their consideration and is reflected in
the Salary Studies report. (Appendix 12: Pages 1 - 9)
6. Mike Conn, Chip Hutchison, and Gwen Cunningham are rotating off the Administrative
Ministry Team at the end of 2021. The Administrative Ministry Team would like to thank Mike, Chip, and Gwen for their years of dedicated service to the Administrative Ministry Team, the Presbytery, and the mission and ministry of the greater church.
Quick facts and dues schedule 2022
2000 Market Street | Philadelphia, PA 19103-3298 | 800-773-7752 (800-PRESPLAN) pensions.org
Retirement ProgramsDEFINED BENEFIT PENSION PLAN
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Dues amount
Minimum basis
Maximum basis
Minimum participation
Monthly cost Annual cost
Annual cost 8.5% of Pension Participation Basis* $15,300 $290,000 $108.38 $1,300.50
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
403(b)(9) RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLAN
Annual cost $15 administrative fee
Contribution requirements Administrative fee 100% employee-paid
Annual contribution limits**
Employee contributions Announced fall 2021
Employer and employee combined limit Announced fall 2021
Additional catch-up for age 50 and older Announced fall 2021
Additional church plan long-service catch-up $3,000
Financial Protection ProgramsDEATH AND DISABILITY PLAN
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Dues amount
Minimum basis
Maximum basis
Minimum participation
Monthly cost Annual cost
With Defined Benefit Pension Plan
1.0% of Pension Participation Basis* $15,525 Announced fall 2021
$12.94 $155.25
Without Defined Benefit Pension Plan
2.5% of Pension Participation Basis* $15,525 Announced fall 2021
$32.34 $388.13
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
TERM LIFE PLAN
Monthly cost $0.20/$1,000 of coverage
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
TEMPORARY DISABILITY PLAN
Monthly cost $0.45/$10 of weekly salary
Contribution requirements May be 100% paid by employer OR employee
LONG-TERM DISABILITY PLAN
Monthly cost $0.35/$100 of monthly salary
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
* The Pension Participation Basis is the greater of your effective salary or 25 percent of the congregational ministers’ median salary, but no more than $290,000, the IRS maximum for 2021. 2022 maximum announced fall 2021.
** See IRS Publication 571 for more information.
Congregational ministers’ median salary
$62,100
Employees’ median salary
$47,400
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Quick facts and dues schedule 2022
Annual costs
Nicotine-free Nicotine user
AgeMember or Spouse Member-only Member or Spouse Member-only
$25,000 $50,000 $75,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000 $25,000 $50,000 $75,000 $100,000 $150,000 $200,000 $250,000 $300,000
To 29 $13 $26 $38 $51 $77 $102 $128 $153 $20 $39 $59 $79 $118 $157 $196 $236
30 – 34 $16 $32 $48 $64 $96 $129 $161 $193 $27 $55 $82 $109 $164 $218 $273 $327
35 – 39 $20 $41 $61 $82 $122 $163 $204 $245 $36 $71 $107 $143 $214 $286 $357 $428
40 – 44 $26 $51 $77 $102 $153 $204 $255 $306 $53 $106 $158 $211 $317 $422 $528 $634
45 – 49 $38 $77 $115 $153 $230 $306 $383 $459 $91 $182 $273 $364 $546 $728 $910 $1,092
50 – 54 $59 $117 $176 $235 $352 $469 $587 $704 $162 $325 $487 $650 $975 $1,299 $1,624 $1,949
55 – 59 $110 $219 $329 $439 $658 $877 $1,097 $1,316 $280 $559 $839 $1,119 $1,678 $2,238 $2,797 $3,357
60 – 64 $168 $337 $505 $673 $1,010 $1,346 $1,683 $2,020 $340 $680 $1,020 $1,360 $2,039 $2,719 $3,399 $4,079
65 – 69 $268 $536 $803 $1,071 $1,607 $2,142 $2,678 $3,213 $447 $894 $1,341 $1,788 $2,682 $3,576 $4,470 $5,364
70 – 74 $408 $816 $1,224 $1,632 $2,448 $3,264 $4,080 $4,896 $657 $1,314 $1,971 $2,629 $3,943 $5,257 $6,571 $7,886
75 – 79 $497 $995 $1,492 $1,989 $2,984 $3,978 $4,973 $5,967 $745 $1,491 $2,236 $2,982 $4,472 $5,963 $7,454 $8,944
80 – 84 $525 $1,051 $1,576 $2,101 $3,152 $4,202 $5,253 $6,304 $989 $1,977 $2,966 $3,955 $5,932 $7,909 $9,886 $11,864
85 – 89 $525 $1,051 $1,576 $2,101 $3,152 $4,202 $5,253 $6,304 $1,309 $2,618 $3,927 $5,236 $7,854 $10,471 $13,089 $15,707
90 – 94 $525 $1,051 $1,576 $2,101 $3,152 $4,202 $5,253 $6,304 $1,681 $3,362 $5,044 $6,725 $10,087 $13,450 $16,812 $20,175
95+ $525 $1,051 $1,576 $2,101 $3,152 $4,202 $5,253 $6,304 $2,049 $4,099 $6,148 $8,198 $12,297 $16,395 $20,494 $24,593
*** Based on enrollee’s age as of January 1 each year.
Financial Protection Programs (continued)
SUPPLEMENTAL DEATH BENEFITS***Cost See chart below.
Contribution requirements May be paid by employer, employee, or shared
CHILD(REN)’S SUPPLEMENTAL DEATH BENEFIT (covers all eligible children)Cost See chart below.
Contribution requirements May be paid by employer, employee, or shared
Coverage level Annual cost
$10,000 $14
$20,000 $27
SUPPLEMENTAL DISABILITY BENEFITSCost See chart below.
Contribution requirements May be paid by employer, employee, or shared
Age as of January 1
Monthly cost for each $10,000 of coverage
Age as of January 1
Monthly cost for each $10,000 of coverage
30-34 $1.36 55-59 $11.3835-39 $1.91 60-64 $8.35
40-44 $3.06 65-69 $7.9645-49 $4.92 70-74 $8.34
50-54 $8.08 75-79 $8.47
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Quick facts and dues schedule 2022
Health ProgramsMEDICAL PLAN (PPO, EPO, HDHP)
Cost Four-tier coverage options; monthly rates individually determined for each employer
Contribution requirements May be fully or partially paid by employer. Minimum contribution by employer of 50% of lowest coverage option member-only rate.
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PLAN
Cost (included in medical options) $1.75/employee/month for eligible employees
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
POST-RETIREMENT MEDICAL PLANMedical Continuation
Cost Announced fall 2021
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employee
Medicare SupplementCost See chart below
Contribution requirements 100% paid by individual
DENTAL PLANCost See chart below.
Contribution requirements May be paid by employer, employee, or shared
VISION EYEWEAR PLANCost See chart below.Contribution requirements May be paid by employer, employee, or shared
Coverage levelPPO EPO HDHP
Monthly cost
Member-only $955 $812 $750Member + Spouse $1,941 $1,650 $1,524Member + Child(ren) $1,481 $1,259 $1,163Member + Family $2,644 $2,247 $2,076
Coverage level Monthly cost
Member $275Member and Medicare-eligible spouse $550
DMO PPO/Passive PPO
Coverage level Monthly cost per employee Monthly cost per employee
Member-only $25.87 Four-tier coverage rates individually determined for each employer
Member + Spouse $52.79Member + Child(ren) $69.24
Member + Family $96.79
Coverage level Monthly cost per employee
Member-only $3.89
Member + Spouse $7.69Member + Child(ren) $8.17
Member + Family $13.12
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Announced fall 2021
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Pathways to Renewal Dues
Maximum basis Minimum basis Percentage
Minimum basis
Monthly Annual
Medical† $0 $33,333 18% $500.00 $6,000.00
Pension Announced fall 2021 $0 2.0% n/a n/a
Death and Disability $0 $0 1.0% n/a n/a
Totals 21% $500.00 $6,000.00† The minimum and maximum dues basis for medical coverage for members in Pastor’s Participation are flat dollar amounts.
Seminary Student Medical DuesPPO EPO HDHP
Coverage level Monthly
Member-only $351.25 $298.50 $275.75
Member + Spouse $723.50 $615.00 $567.91
Member + Child(ren) $533.83 $453.75 $419.08
Member + Family $916.67 $779.17 $719.58
Seminarians enrolled in the HDHP option may be eligible to set up an individual health savings account (HSA) to pay for qualified healthcare expenses.
Benefits Packages for MinistersCost See below.
Contribution requirements 100% paid by employer
MINISTER’S CHOICEAnnual cost
10% of effective salary
Defined Benefit Pension Plan 8.5% of Pension Participation Basis*
Death and Disability Plan 1.0% of Pension Participation Basis*
Temporary Disability Plan 0.5% of effective salary
Employee Assistance Plan No cost
PASTOR’S PARTICIPATIONAnnual cost
37% of effective salary
Defined Benefit Pension Plan 8.5% of Pension Participation Basis*Death and Disability Plan 1.0% of Pension Participation Basis*Temporary Disability Plan 0.5% of effective salaryMedical Plan (Family PPO), includes Employee Assistance Plan
27% of effective salary, subject to minimum ($11,000) and maximum ($33,500) amounts
Note: Employers are billed monthly for all plans.* The Pension Participation Basis is the greater of your effective salary or 25 percent of the congregational ministers’ median salary, but no more than $290,000,
the IRS maximum for 2021. 2022 maximum announced fall 2021.
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Quick facts and dues schedule 2022
Assistance Program Target Level GuidelinesEligibility, income, and asset criteria for Income and Housing Supplements for 2022 will be announced in fall 2021.
Post-retirement Service Dues Post-retirement service dues are 12% of the minister’s total annual effective salary.
Transitional Participation Coverage Members in Pastor’s Participation or Minister’s Choice who are seeking another church position and graduated seminary students whose presbyteries verify that they are actively seeking church service may be eligible for transitional participation coverage. Dues will be billed based on the last effective salary (subject to the minimum and maximum dues rates, if applicable) or the congregational ministers’ median salary.
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Current Month Year To Date % Of Annual Annual Budget Annual Budget Year to Date(This Year) (This Year) Budget Received Remaining (Last Year)
Unified & Selected Benevolences
General Assembly $1,581.72 $20,745.29 60.85% $13,346.71 $34,092.00 $20,722.87
Presbytery $24,922.00 $229,194.79 69.76% $99,364.21 $328,559.00 $217,421.26
Synod $627.16 $7,557.76 52.27% $6,900.24 $14,458.00 $9,143.69
TOTAL $27,130.88 $257,497.84 68.28% $119,611.16 $377,109.00 $247,287.82
Assessments
General Assembly $739.16 $45,672.71 84.30% $8,503.63 $54,176.34 $49,073.23
Presbytery $0.00 $7,225.40 92.13% $617.50 $7,842.90 $7,445.79
Synod $0.00 $8,337.00 92.13% $712.50 $9,049.50 $9,005.12
TOTAL $739.16 $61,235.11 86.16% $9,833.63 $71,068.74 $65,524.14
Bethelwoods Ministry Team $22,230.52 $221,473.25 59.31% $151,974.25 $373,447.50 $185,619.09Receivables $0.00 $0.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 $0.00Additional Gifts to Budget $0.00 $0.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 $595.00PPP Grant Money $0.00 $0.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 $48,535.63
TOTAL $22,230.52 $221,473.25 59.31% $151,974.25 $373,447.50 $234,749.72
TOTAL INCOME $50,100.56 $540,206.20 65.75% $281,419.04 $821,625.24 $547,561.68
PPP Grant Money in Bank of York $93,818.82 Appendix 3: Page 10 of 13
Providence PresbyterySummarized Analysis of Revenue
01/01/21 - 08/31/21
Account Current Month Year To Date % Of Annual Annual Budget 2021 Budget Year To Date
(This Year) (This Year) Budget Used Remaining 2020INCOME Total Bethelwoods Ministry Team $22,230.52 $221,473.25 59.31% $151,974.25 $373,447.50 $185,619.09Total General Assembly $2,320.88 $66,418.00 75.25% $21,850.34 $88,268.34 $69,796.10Total Miscellaneous $0.00 $0.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 $49,130.63Total Presbytery $24,922.00 $236,420.19 70.28% $99,981.71 $336,401.90 $224,867.05Total Synod $627.16 $15,894.76 67.62% $7,612.74 $23,507.50 $18,148.81
TOTAL INCOME $50,100.56 $540,206.20 65.75% $281,419.04 $821,625.24 $547,561.68
EXPENSES Total Administrative Ministry Team $16,928.41 $154,547.06 60.07% $102,746.03 $257,293.09 $163,649.03Total Bethelwoods Ministry Team $35,420.43 $249,977.90 56.64% $191,351.63 $441,329.53 $257,166.42Total Council $0.00 $1,800.00 62.07% $1,100.00 $2,900.00 $750.00Total Education & Equipping $2,348.62 $14,618.90 30.51% $33,296.55 $47,915.45 $14,429.17Total Committee on Ministry $1,000.00 $2,285.60 32.02% $4,853.40 $7,139.00 $1,313.40Total Mission & Outreach $2,016.36 $12,492.01 39.83% $18,874.18 $31,366.19 $16,606.85Total General Assembly $16,524.18 $47,833.47 54.19% $40,434.87 $88,268.34 $48,763.23Total Presbytery $93.60 $7,225.00 92.12% $617.90 $7,842.90 $7,445.79Total Synod $1,428.05 $15,894.82 67.62% $7,612.68 $23,507.50 $18,148.81
TOTAL EXPENSES $75,759.65 $506,674.76 55.83% $400,887.24 $907,562.00 $528,272.70
NET TOTALS -$25,659.09 $33,531.44 $19,288.98
Providence PresbyterySummarized Analysis Of Revenue And Expenses
2021 Operating BudgetReport Date: 08/31/21
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Education and Equipping Ministry Team
Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
The mission of the Education and Equipping Ministry Team is:
*To offer appropriate education and training for the churches of Providence
Presbytery, with an emphasis on encouraging collaboration among
congregations.
*To connect people in the local congregations of Providence Presbytery with
reformed resources by promoting webinars, social media, online resources,
and material found in the Resource Center
1. Don’t forget about our Resource Center: The resource center has current curriculum,
books, DVD studies and other materials for all aspects of your church’s ministry. Spread
the word in your church about this FREE resource for all members of Providence
Presbytery churches. At this time we do not have a Resource Center Clerk. Please call
the Presbytery Office before you go to ensure a staff member is there.
2. Presbytery Resource Consultants: The following Christian Educators and Pastors in
our presbytery have agreed to be listed as resource people for our presbytery. Church
leaders looking for guidance on curriculum or Christian Education materials may contact
anyone on the list below for recommendations that may be helpful in finding the right
resources for your church. When you email, please indicate your name, what church you
attend, and that you are looking for resource assistance through the presbytery’s
consultant network.
o Edye Bender, Faith Presbyterian – [email protected] (Small Church CE)
o Sarah Childers, Grace (Y) Presbyterian - [email protected] (Children’s
Ministry)
o Kathryn McGregor, Unity Presbyterian – [email protected]
(Children’s and Adult Ministry)
o Kathryn McGregor, [email protected] (PC(USA) curriculum)
3. Join our Providence Presbytery Resources Facebook group: All Christian education leaders, Sunday school teachers, youth advisors and any other church leaders are invited to join our closed Facebook page where current resources will be shared and where church leaders can ask questions to get guidance from the group about resources, curriculum and much more. Search “Providence Presbytery Resources” on the groups section of Facebook and ask to join.
4. Leader Development Scholarships: EEMT has money to award scholarships for lay leaders, Church educators, and pastors to attend leader development events. Those who volunteer for the church and/or those with little or no continuing education money in their church budgets are especially encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. Scholarship money may be requested for individuals or teams from your church to attend an event: https://form.jotform.co/73313868774872
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5. Members of EEMT held a webinar on Curriculum on July 25. This webinar is posted on the Providence Presbytery website.
6. The Youth Triennium will be in Indianapolis, IN July 24-27, 2022. Contact the Presbytery
Registrar, Kara Wheeler ([email protected]), if you are interested in learning
more about this opportunity for your completed 8th-12th grade students. (See page )
7. Youth Directors or Youth Ministry Volunteers: Are you interested in meeting for a brown
bag lunch at First Rock Hill to talk about youth ministry in the age of Covid? If so, contact
Kara Wheeler at First Rock Hill ([email protected]) and we'll set a date to get
together this fall.
All PYT participants attend the event as a part of a “delegation." For more information about being a part of the Providence PresbyteryDelegation- Contact Kara Wheeler, Providence Presbytery Registrar at
God has called us to be together to SEE God’s people, and to SEE and explore whatit means to truly SEE each other.
There is a place for you to be, to see, and to be seen...in July 2022. A place whereyoung Presbyterians (completed 8th Grade thru College) will gather together toactivate their next steps in faith, exploring the intersection of justice, courage,
connection and vision.When we SEE each other at the Presbyterian Youth Triennium...
We will SEE God | We will SEE OurselvesWe will SEE OTHERS | We will SEE ALL
We will understand what it means to truly SEE!
LOCATION INFORMATION & COSTLocation: Indiana Convention Center, Indianapolis, Indiana
(Lodging: PYT Hotels adjacent to and near the ICC)
Cost: Youth Participant $515.00 + Lodging & TravelAdult Participant $535.00 + Lodging & Travel
Workcrew (College Age) $535.00 (Lodging is paid by PYT) + TravelObservers/Guests: $535.00 + Lodging & Travel
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MISSION AND OUTREACH MINISTRY TEAM Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10. 2021
The Mission and Outreach Ministry Team continues to discern the best way forward for Providence Presbytery to become a Matthew 25 Presbytery. We are very grateful for the mission work you all do. Back in the Spring Barbara Kurz completed a mission survey of all our congregations. The surveys showed that there is a lot of mission work going on in the Presbytery even in the midst of the Pandemic. There is an eagerness for congregations to learn about the mission work of their sister churches within the Presbytery. Many of you expressed a desire to do mission together. We encourage you to advertise your mission work via the weekly “In The Know” by sending brief announcements to Jill Wilson at [email protected]. As we all continue to discern becoming a Matthew 25 Presbytery, we pray that you would consider answering the Matthew 25 Invitation as a congregation. If your congregation is ready, you can make the pledge now at https://www.presbyterianmission.org/ministries/matthew-25/become-a-matthew-25-church/.
To become a Matthew 25 Presbytery, we need to commit to working together in the focal points of the Matthew 25 Invitation.
❖ Building congregational vitality by challenging congregations and their members to deepen and energize their faith and grow as joyful leaders and disciples actively engaged with their community, seeing new disciples engaged in ministry and longstanding believers develop in faith as the gospel of Jesus Christ is shared in word and deed.
❖ Dismantling structural racism by fearlessly applying our faith to advocate and break down the systems, practices and thinking that underlie discrimination, bias, prejudice and oppression of people of color.
❖ Eradicating systemic poverty by acting on our beliefs and working to change laws, policies, plans and structures in our society that perpetuate economic exploitation of people who are poor.
Many of you have inquired about how to help victims of natural disasters. We believe that giving to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is the most efficient and effective way for us to respond to the needs of natural disaster victims. The money is used to purchase what is needed most by those impacted. Much of the money is spent locally where the disaster occurs which helps local communities in the recovery process. Bulletin inserts for Hurricane Ida are available at: https://pda.pcusa.org/pda/resource/ida-bulletin/. If you would like a hands-on project for your congregation, then we suggest making hygiene kits or clean-up buckets for Church World Services. Learn more about this project at https://cwskits.org/.
This is Dimes for Hunger season. Dimes for Hunger hosted the September 22 Providence Presbytery Presents! Please view and share the presentation from that program. You can find it on the Presbytery website at https://providencepres.org/category/education/ If you need additional supplies for Dimes for Hunger please contact Barbara Kurz or go to the Dimes for Hunger website: https://dimesforhunger.wordpress.com/.
Living Waters for the World is a program of the Synod of Living Waters. Founded in 1993, it is an ecumenical global mission providing sustainable clean water and fostering long-term, mutually beneficial, relationships between volunteers and communities in need.
LIVING WATERS FOR THE WORLD COMMITTEE
IN PROVIDENCE PRESBYTERY
A new committee, under the umbrella of the Mission & Outreach Ministry Team, is starting to work on a Living Waters for the World project to help provide clean water for a community in need in Guatemala. Mission teams from Providence Presbytery have traveled to Guatemala since 1985. We have maintained a relationship with Dr. Pedro “Tito” Palacios who works with La Mision, a medical mission group in Guatemala. Unfortunately, due to the COVID pandemic, our plans have been put on hold until the situation both here in the U.S. and Guatemala improves.
The overall responsibility of the committee is to plan for and implement a LW project within the next two years. Some members will work on publicity and fund-raising; some will visit local churches; some will be part of the team that will go to the project site. Members of the latter group should take the training at Clean Water University which is operated by LWW.
Those who have agreed to serve on the Providence Presbytery Living Water Committee include:
Sarah Childers (Bethesda-y) Jimmy Jurado (First R.H.) Fred Smith (Oakland Ave.) Ed Fritz (Unity) Carson Overstreet (Van Wyck) Mark Verdery (HR) Garland Hart (Liberty Hill) Dan Rogers, Moderator (Unity) Ken Hill (Unity) Marty Simmons (Grace-L) Barbara Kurz, staff
Barbara Ogburn and Martha Ussery will be contacts in Lancaster County
We are looking for additional committee members. We especially need several members from churches in Chester County. We need help with work here in the presbytery as well as 6-8 individuals who will go on trips [site selection, development & covenant signing, installation, and evaluation].
We will need to raise at least $40,000 for the project – covenant with LWW, trips, filtration system, training at Clean Water University. All contributions should be made to Providence Presbytery. These contributions are tax deductible.
To read more about Living Waters for the World, a ministry of the Synod of Living Waters, go to their website: www.livingwatersfortheworld.org
To get more information about the LWW Committee and how you can help, contact Barbara Kurz, Mission Consultant at the Presbytery office:
803-328-6269 or [email protected]
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Dimes for Hunger History
1978 $32,707.95 1979 $30,963.38 1980 $16,897.69 1981 $18,178.18 1982 $18,832.77 1983 $20,256.86 1984 $27,171.19 1985 $28,319.74 1986 $33,708.84 1987 $27,834.55 1988 $39,476.91 1989 $35,807.49 1990 $32,755.47 1991 $41,486.69 1992 $40,662.80 1993 $42,914.37 1994 $41,851.19 1995 $42,488.57 1996 $43,096.78 1997 $56,810.48 1998 $46,158.87 1999 $53,269.39 2000 $56,134.08 2001 $52,855.25 2002 $51,693.46 2003 $57,430.68 2004 $58,878.46 2005 $52,433.75 2006 $52,535.52 2007 $51,470.38 2008 $49,394.45 2009 $44,366.68 2010 $45,639.60 2011 $42,972.32 2012 $51,174.12 2013 $50,120.12 2014 $48,270.12 2015 $56,100.00 2016 $52,461.78 2017 $51,205.15 2018 $43,071.38 2019 $48,695.00 2020 $51,300.00
TOTAL $1,839,852.46
DIMES FOR HUNGER began in 1977.
A lot has CHANGED since then – and during the pandemic.
Christ’s charge to us has not changed…
Christ said to his disciples, “YOU give them something to eat!” Mark 6:37
By itself, a single dime can’t buy much today, but
when we put our dimes together, we can make a
change in the lives of our neighbors.
Let’s save our CHANGE so that in 2021,
our 44th year to collect and share our dimes,
we can do more to CHANGE the lives of those who are hungry.
How much CHANGE can we make?
If we all save a little more or dig a little deeper, we can share
$60,147.54 this year.
That would be our largest Dimes for Hunger offering
– and our total would be
$1,900,000.00!
This would help feed many people who are hungry in Chester,
Kershaw, Lancaster, Union, and York Counties
and in Guatemala, Honduras, and Malawi.
Thank you for sharing your CHANGE and your LOVE!
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Additional Items [examples of items – not a complete list
2 Mayo Stands
1 Stainless Surgical Back Table 1 Stainless Utility Cart
3 Supply Cabinets 1 Medical Cart w/ Drawers for Drugs and
Supplies 1 Electric Table for Autophoropher
Keritometer Generator / UPS
Hand tools and repair supplies Retinalscope
Various sutures Variety of interocular lens
Variety of eye drops Variety of injectables
Variety of needles and syringes eye gauze and 2 x 2 gauze
Instrument Cleaner Surgical towels for Mayo stand
Cataract instrument trays Surgical gloves
Spare bulbs for all equipment Donut operating pillow Head Position Pillow
Surgical scrubs, drapes, gowns, Masks and shoe covers Sterilizing wrap and tape Antiseptic Hand Scrub
Antibacterial liquid hand soap Sodium hypochlorite Ciprofloxcin ointment
Kick bucket
New Vision in Honduras: Establishing an Eye Clinic for cataract surgery in Trinidad-Copan
A Special Opportunity sponsored by the Central America Taskforce of Providence Presbytery
“…his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly” Mark 8:25
Background: In 1992 Providence Presbytery sent its first medical mission team to Central America. Dr. William C. Oliver, a member of Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Church and an optometrist in Rock Hill, was in that group. Then, and on subsequent trips, Dr. Oliver learned that cataracts are a problem for many of the individuals who live in remote communities in Honduras. It has been our dream to establish a clinic where cataract surgery can be done several times a year by visiting ophthalmologists. This would be a free clinic serving the neediest patients. With YOUR help we have been able to acquire most of the needed equipment, transport it to Honduras, and set up two rooms in a new facility dedicated to eye surgery. This was done in October, 2019. We still need several pieces of equipment and supplies for surgery. We need approximately $25,000 in additional funds to get the clinic ready for surgery. No gift is too large or too small. All donations will be used for the Presbyterian Eye Clinic in Trinidad, Copan, Honduras and are tax deductible.
Examination Room – in October, 2019, Dr. Oliver examined 68 individuals and identified 28 who need cataract surgery.
The Surgery Room is almost ready for patients
With YOUR help we will have a facility where visiting ophthalmologists can go 3-4 times each year to perform cataract surgery on the neediest residents of northwestern Honduras. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic in 2020 and continuing this year, we have not been able to return to Honduras. We hope to go as soon as travel is possible – and safe. With YOUR help we can provide new, improved vision for those that are unable to obtain this on their own.
Please make your check payable to Providence Presbytery – “for” eye clinic Mail to: Providence Presbytery 515 Oakland Ave. Rock Hill, SC 29730
Your gift is tax deductible. For more information or questions, contact:
Barbara Kurz, Mission Consultant, Providence Presbytery 803-328-6269 or 800-922-1609 [email protected]
May our vision help improve their vision – to the glory of God!
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COMMITTEE FOR RACIAL AND RELIGIOUS RECONCILLATION
Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION:
John C. AND QUEEN MILLER SCHOLARSHIP
CRRR is pleased to announce that Timothy McCullough has been awarded the John
C. and Queen Miller Scholarship Award for 2021. Timothy will be attending North
Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, NC. The scholarship award for $1,500
has been submitted to North Carolina A&T State University to be applied to his
account. Timothy is a member of Pleasant Ridge Presbyterian Church in Lancaster,
SC.
CRRR subcommittees focus, vision and direction
➢ The committee continues to meet to develop plans for implementation of the
resolution that was approved by Presbytery. Several points of focus include:
➢ Matthew 25 initiative
➢ White Privilege Conference.
➢ Antiracism Resource page for Providence Presbytery.
➢ Compilation of histories of Black churches in Providence Presbytery
➢ Antiracism training for clergy
Linda Kennedy, Moderator- CRRR
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Review and Evaluation Committee: Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
The review meetings of the Sessional records for 2020 were held on August 8, 2021 at Purity, Oakland Avenue, and Grace (L) and on August 15, 2021 at Bethesda (K) and York First with the following results: Churches Without Exception(s): Beth Shiloh, Bethesda(K), Bowling Green, Clover, Covenant, Faith, Hermon, Oakdale, Oakland Ave., Riverview, First-Rock Hill, Tirzah (Y) and First-York. Also, Doby’s Bridge for 2019. Churches With Exception(s):
Beaver Creek, Beersheba, Bethesda (Y), Bethune, Camden Second, Catholic, Doby’s Bridge, Douglas, Fishing Creek, Fort Lawn, Grace (L), Great Falls, Liberty Hill, Morningside, Old Waxhaw, Pleasant Grove (C), Pleasant Grove (Y), Purity, Tirzah (L), First-Union, Unity, Uriel, Wade and Woodlawn.
The Main Exception(s) Noted:
No disaster preparedness plan in place No instructions pertaining to electronic meetings in church manual of operations No corporation formed Communion was not observed quarterly during 2020
Churches Who Did Not Present Records for Review:
Allison Creek, Bethlehem-First, Blackstock, Carmel, Cedar Shoals, Community,
Cornwell, Grace (Y), Hebron, First- Lancaster, Lockhart, Messiah, Mt. Pleasant, Mt.
Tabor, Pleasant Ridge, Ramah, St. Paul-Chester, and Van Wyck.
These churches will be notified of the review make-up date when scheduled.
The Review and Evaluation Committee would like to commend all the clerks for a job
well done.
A special “thank you” is extended to our host churches for providing space for the
review.
Reviewers from the committee were: Ronnie Bailes, Paulette Crawford, Tyre Lee, Cathy Phillips, and
Dannie Vaughn.
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Presbyterian Women of Providence Presbytery
Report to Presbytery
October 10, 2021
Due to concerns for the health and safety of others, the upcoming PW Fall Spiritual
Gathering to be held at Hermon Presbyterian Church on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021 has
been cancelled. Discussion of a virtual event was shared and voted against. We felt
the process to do it virtually was beyond our expertise and did not know if all women
would have access to view.
The Presbyterian Women’s Coordinating Team of Providence Presbytery is taking a
hiatus of sorts until spring of 2022. There has been no interest shown in wanting to be
part of the PWCT. Communication has been mostly unsuccessful between PWCT and
the women of our churches. The PW coordinating team feels things are not working as
they are, obvious changes are needed. In the spring of 2022, the coordinating team will
come together and prayerfully consider the future of the PW Coordinating Team.
We do know that there are women in our presbytery who are involved in mission
projects, Bible studies, and working in our communities to help others. We support and
encourage this as this is indeed what our PW Purpose states.
(PW PURPOSE: Forgiven and freed by God in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the
Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves – to nurture our faith through prayer and Bible study, -
to support the mission of the church worldwide, - to work for justice and peace, and – to
build and inclusive, caring community of women that strengthens the Presbyterian
Church (U.S.A.) and witnesses to the promise of God’s kingdom.)
Submitted by Arlene Harder
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Bethelwoods Ministry Team
Report to Presbytery
10/10//2021
Bethelwoods Summer and Fall Retreat Seasons
- We have seen a good couple of months of retreats at Bethelwoods. The rest of the fall
looks better than the last few retreat seasons, but we have seen a number of groups start
to cancel again.
- August-September Retreats
o Love family picnic- 8/14
o York County Churches Back to School Bash- 8/15
o Eastview Baptist pool day- 8/15
o Our Lady of Guadalupe Emaus Weekend- 8/27-8/29
o St. Gabriel Emaus Weekend 9/3-9/5
o Southeast Hammers Radio Club picnic shelter- 9/4
o St. John Newman Emaus Weekend- 9/10-9/12
o Hook Line and Heroes Fishing- 9/10
o Janet Price Family Picnic- 9/11
o Covenant Presbyterian Church Worship and Activities- 9/12
- September-December Reservations
o UNC Charlotte Retreat- 9/17-9/18
o Alex Jones Winthrop Music Fraternity Event- 9/19
o Jack and Jill of America Activities Day- 9/19
o Early Learning Partnership Board Meeting – 9/23
o Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Retreat- 9/30-10/1
o Life Fellowship Retreat- 10/1-10/2
o BSA Webelos Woods- 10/8-10/10
o Via de Cristo Retreat- 10/14-10/17
o Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Luncheon- 10/23
o Adam Smith Retreat- 10/29-10/31
o Unity Youth- 10/30
o St Anne’s Youth Retreat- 11/5-11/7
o Cole Wedding- 11/6
o City of Rock Hill IT Department- 11/16
o McDow Family- 11/24-11/27
o Muhammed Wedding- 11/27
o St John Newman Emaus Retreat- 12/3-12/5
o McKee Rehearsal and Wedding- 11/19
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- Cancelled Fall 2021 Reservations
o Via de Cristo Retreat- 9/23-9/26
o Via de Cristo Retreat- 10/7-10/10
o Charleston Atlantic Presbytery Youth- 11/12-11/14
o St Philip Neri Youth- 11/19-11/21
Summer Camp
- Overnight Camp: 153 total campers. Budgeted for 184.
- Day Camp: 116 Total campers. Budgeted for 60.
- Camp in a Van: Johns Island, Bowling Green, Steele Creek, Faith, Selwyn Avenue
Presbyterian, First Presbyterian Orangeburg, First Presbyterian Beaufort, Grace
Presbyterian Church, First Scots Presbyterian Church. 153 Total Campers.
- Total Summer Campers: 537
- Worship Leaders: Sarah Harbin-Coleman (Mount Pleasant Presbyterian), Rev. Sam
McGregor (Allison Creek Presbyterian), Rev. Lissa Long (Westminster Presbyterian),
Rev. John White (Beth Shiloh Presbyterian).
- Charleston Day Camp: 5 total campers
- Outside events: Girl Scout Day Camp, Bethesda Swim Days, York Prep Swim Days,
BSA Activity Days.
- Staff- We had issues staffing all of our camps throughout the summer. We were able to
make it work through calling in volunteers, hiring CIT’s who were ready to be counselors
after their training week, and adapting duties of those in leadership. We ended up having
only one true leadership staff, along with the Summer Program Director and myself. We
were spread very thin throughout the summer.
- I believe we were very successful in running camp during the COVID-19 pandemic. The
staff/campers were just happy to have camp again after not having it last summer. They
were very willing to work within our policies and procedures. We only had one suspected
case where a child presented with upper-respiratory symptoms and we had to send them
home and alert parents of the other campers in the group. Fortunately this was not
confirmed as COVID and we did not see other cases amongst the campers in their group.
Personnel
- Summer Camp Program Director: Big thank you to Jordan Click for giving all that he did
to jump in and be out Summer Camp Program Director. Without his knowledge of
Bethelwoods and willingness to do all that needed to be done, this would have been an
even more challenging summer.
- Office Manager: Anne Daniels was hired in June as our Office Manager. She jumped
straight in a learned the job on the fly, while also dealing with everything this summer
threw at us. She has been a great addition to the team.
- Food Service Manager: Wendy did a great job in her first summer running the food
service. She had a challenging hand dealt to her. She was short staffed all summer as
well, and really did not have anyone who could lead meals. She also had the added
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pressure of feeding Day Camp in Horton and Overnight Camp in Lake Lodge
simultaneously.
- Facilities: Skeet has done a great job of keeping up with what he could during the
summer, with many issues with the Zero-turn lawn mower this summer and not having a
consistent grounds crew staff member for the duration of the summer.
- Looking towards the fall the positions we are lacking right now are Program Director and
Housekeeper. Personnel is going to meet to determine the right course of action to hire
these positions.
Facilities
- We were unable to apply for the fall cycle of the Cannon Grant for the work on the
spillway. In order to apply for consideration we need have a full engineering report,
which will require a site survey from a contractor. The dam engineer we are working with
is Dan Creed. The contractor he was working with to get the survey done has not been
available. So we are trying to find another contractor who is willing to do it. At this point
we will not be able to apply for a grant until the spring 2022 cycle of the Cannon Grant.
- Another important project that we need to focus on soon is the floating part of the canoe
dock, which sustained some damage from the flooding last fall. Now that we have gotten
through summer camp, we should prioritize getting this fixed.
- The SCAG Zero-turn mower has had many issue this summer and fall. I am afraid that at
some point we will need a new mower. We have a lead on a zero-turn mower someone is
looking to sell, but unfortunately it has too small of a deck to cut our big fields
effectively. However, we may be able to get this pretty cheap to use as a backup or
around the cabins.
- We had a few big unexpected expenses this summer. We had to have some extensive
work done on the commercial HVAC for the large room up at Horton. We also had to
replace a sub-pump at the lift station at Horton Lodge. We also had to replace a hot water
heater in one of our retreat cabins. We also had to replace the pressure tank on the well.
Financial
- As of the end of August, Bethelwoods is ~$28,000.
- Outstanding invoices: ~$9,700
- We are on track to stay within the allowed deficit the Admin Team had set out for 2021
Task Force
● The ministry team will be working with the 501c3 task force to help develop a new
operations plan and on nominating new board members.
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South Carolina Inn at Montreat
Your Home in the Mountains
Report to Providence Presbytery
October 10, 2021
Come to Montreat, North Carolina, nestled in the foothills of the Black Mountains, east of Asheville, NC. The South Carolina Inn is open year-round and ready for you. The inn is owned, operated, and supported by the Presbyterian Churches USA of South Carolina with a mission to provide a retreat for clergy, families, individuals, and attendees of Montreat Conferences. We also welcome and provide lodging for groups, families, individuals, and anyone seeking respite from everyday life.
The South Carolina Inn is a hidden gem, with guest rooms equipped with twin, double or queen beds. The Kirk Apartments have AC/Heat and kitchenettes. The Inn is perfect for reunions, workshops, and large gatherings. Conveniently located on the edge of the Montreat College campus, the Inn provides affordable accommodations for students’ families when they come for orientation, attend sporting events, or when they just want to have brief visits with their loved ones. Come on up to your home in the mountains! Visit us at www.scinatmontreat.org for more information.
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P. O. Box 670 Montreat, NC 28757
828-669-7460 [email protected]
www.scinnatmontreat.org updated January 2021 Charleston Atlantic Foothills New Harmony Providence Trinity
Bill Helwig
141 West Carolina Ave Summerville, SC 29483
803-509-5507
Class of 2023 (1)
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Greer, SC 29651 First Greer
864-567-8280 [email protected]
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Avery Dickson
843-910-0818
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Beverley Keely
1783 Sharonwood Lane
Rock Hill, SC 29732 Cell 803-417-3734
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Bill Walker
460 Lake Secession Road Anderson, SC 29621
864-296-4813
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Jane Shuler
250 Keitt Street Orangeburg, SC 29115
Hm. 803-536-2995 Cell 803-707-0510 [email protected]
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Anderson, SC
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Sumter, SC 29151 H-803-773-1275
Cell-843-298-2300 [email protected]
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Eddie Lee
202 W. Madison Street York, SC 29745 803-628-6615
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First Presbyterian Church P. O. Box 426
Greenwood, SC 29648 Wk. 864-229-5814 Cell 864-323-4252
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2608 N. Royal Oaks Drive
Beaufort, SC29902 Office 843-525-0696 Cell 843-812-4207
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205 WagonCreek Drive Simpsonville, SC 29681
Office 864-939-0747 Cell 864-608-0405
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Mary Jane Evans 500 Ridge Road
Cheraw, SC 29520 Hm. 843-537-5542 Cell 843-921-7077
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761 Summerwood Drive Rock Hill, SC 29732 Cell 803-417-2961
Office 803-366-1302 [email protected]
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P. O. Box 962 Greenwood, SC 29648
828-493-1820 [email protected]
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SC Inn Innkeeper Emily Cameron 703-409-0671 [email protected]
Executive Liaison: Gavin Meek 2352 Presbyterian Road Florence, SC 29501 Cell 646-546-0522 [email protected]
Officers and Executive Committee Moderator: Jim Caprell Vice Moderator: Jane Shuler Recording Secretary :Avery Dickson Financial Secretary/Treasurer: Stephen Price
Board Meeting Dates for 2021 February 1, 2021 ZOOM May November
Building and Grounds: Bev Keely, Bill Walker, Mary Jane Evans Publicity/Programs: Steve Keeler Financial: Personnel: Sam McGregor, Phyllis Lott, Strategic Planning: Sam McGregor Nominating Committee – ad hoc TBA
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History of First Presbyterian Church, Rock Hill, SC
EARLY YEARS…COMING FROM EBENEZER
Our church was formally organized on the 13th of November, 1869. However, the congregation’s origin goes back earlier: in a real sense as a “child” of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church beginning in 1855 during the pastorate of the Rev. J. G. Richards. In that year Antioch Chapel was erected 3 miles south of Rock Hill as an outpost of Ebenezer. When it became evident that a flourishing village was growing up around the Charlotte-Columbia and Augusta Railroad (what would become “Rock Hill”), the chapel was moved in 1858 to the church’s present site. It continued as an Ebenezer outpost, called the “Rock Hill Chapel” until 1869 when it was felt that it would be wise to organize into a church. A petition was sent to Bethel Presbytery, convened in Unionville (Union), on October 8, 1896 making this request. The Presbytery referred this petition to the Session of Ebenezer, since many members would be transferred from that church. The Session “cheerfully acquiesced” and at the adjourning meeting of the Presbytery, held in Chester, a commission was sent to accomplish the organization on the 13th of November 1869. A sermon was preached by Rev. R. E. Cooper from Colossians 3:3 after which the church was organized as the First Presbyterian Church of Rock Hill, South Carolina.
In 1875 the first brick edifice was dedicated by the Rev. R. E. Cooper. Ebenezer and the First Church continued to share pastors until 1883 when the Rev. W. B. Jennings was called as the first full time pastor. The present sanctuary was dedicated by Dr. Alexander Sprunt, the pastor, in 1895. The first pipe organ in Rock Hill was installed in our sanctuary in 1905. First Presbyterian has a history of mission support at home and abroad. One premier example began in 1891: the congregation accepted responsibility for a female member to train to be a foreign missionary in Korea—to be educated and become a medical doctor (revolutionary in that day!). In Korea, her simple dispensary for treatment of women and children, which opened in 1898, was the beginning of The Presbyterian Medical Center…now a 700-bed teaching hospital, that in turn now sends medical missionaries to other countries.
FROM FIRST TO OAKLAND AVENUE By the early 20th century, membership had grown so large that it became evident the building must be considerably enlarged or another structure erected in another part of the city. The building of a second church began to be envisioned during the pastorate of Dr. Alexander Sprunt (1892-1901) and Dr. Walter Lingle (1902-1907). When Dr. Lingle left the church in 1907 he gave a forecast of the future of the Church. The most prominent feature was the building of a second church—not a secession or a competitor, but a new organization to work in harmony for the good of the community. Inspired by this vision and true to the instinct of colonizing imbibed at Ebenezer Church, the congregation initiated the building of a church on Oakland Avenue, near the growing Winthrop College community.
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On September 14, 1913, 180 members of the First Church were organized as the Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Church. A unique feature in organization was that six months prior to the organization, and in anticipation of that event, the Session called for an election of Elders. They submitted to the congregation a list of members from the Oakland section and recommended their election. They were elected and took up their duties at once with the other Elders. This was done so that the new Church would have a group of experienced Elders. Dr. John C. Bailey, in his History of Ebenezer Presbyterian Church, says “This organization was established under the co-pastorate of Drs. Alexander Martin and Frances Gregg and is one of the finest examples of colonization in the Presbyterian church.” Dr. Martin was called as pastor of the new church, and at the same time Dr. Gregg was called as pastor of the First Church. The first Educational Building, Lingle Hall, was completed in 1923; then razed and rebuilt in 1999 to become The Joe Hopkins Ministry Center that exists today. The Ministry Center includes a competitive sized basketball court and commercial grade kitchen.
TODAY First Presbyterian Church draws from Rock Hill and environs as a witness to the mission of Christ here in the city and beyond. Having recently celebrating 150 years of ministry in 2019, the congregation looks forward to continuing in “Serving Christ in the heart of Rock Hill” for decades, even centuries more.
Salary Study Committee Report For 2022The following Minimum Base Salaries are recommended for 2022
The committee recommends a 2.65% increase for 2022
The committee, which is made up of lay people and staffed by the General Presbyters, looks at a variety of
data from such sources as the United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics report on the
consumer price index, as well as projected percentage increases from area school districts, city governments,
and larger employers. We recommend a 2.65% salary increase for 2022 plus merit increases for
exemplary employees, if possible. The committee urges Sessions to develop position descriptions for all
church staff and to implement an annual evaluation process. The Presbytery Resource Center has resourcesto assist you with this process. The General Presbyters are also available to assist Sessions with suggestions
and resources.
For 2022 the BOP Benefits Plan provides two non-contributory plans for PC(USA) ministers: the existing
Pastor’s Participation required for installed pastors and available to other ministers and Ministers Choice. All
installed pastors (teaching elders) are required/mandated to be enrolled by their church in the Board
of Pensions Pastor’s Participation Plan regardless of the number of hours the pastor is regularly scheduled
to work. This consists of (1) Medical Dues of 27%, (2) Pension Dues of 8.5%, (3) Death & Disability Dues of
1%, and (4) Temporary Disability Dues of .05% - Total Pastor’s Participation BOP dues for 2022 is 37% ona non-contributory basis. The cost is the same regardless of family status. In 2022 the minimum participation
basis for medical dues remains the same at $40,741, and the participation basis for pension dues remains the
same at $15,300. In addition to the Pastor’s Participation and Ministers Choice plans, the Board of Pensions
also has the Pathways to Renewal Program which is designed to assist small congregations with the cost of
dues. It reduces Pastor's Participation dues nearly in half, from 37 percent of effective salary to 21 percent.
Certain criteria has to be met for this program. More information about this program is on the last
page of this document.*
Teaching Elders who are not in installed pastoral positions are considered to be Other Teaching
Elders and may be enrolled in Pastor’s Participation or Minister’s Choice. The plan option for non-
installed pastors (teaching elders) is the Minister’s Choice Plan.
Minister’s Choice provides pension and death and disability benefits, including Temporary Disability
Plan, and an employee assistance plan. The employer cost for the package is 10% of effective salary.Any minister who is not installed and is employed a minimum of 20 hours a week is eligible for the package.
Employers may elect to offer additional benefits and decide whether to share in the cost of any of these.
Minister’s Choice provides important financial protection and opens the door to assistance programs nowavailable only through Pastor’s Participation: CREDO; Healthy Pastors, Healthy Congregations; MinisterEducational Debt Assistance; and Sabbath Sabbatical Support. Additionally, Minister’s Choice gives access to
Emergency Assistance, Adoption Assistance, and Transition-to-College Assistance.
Regarding non-installed pastoral positions: We recommend, if at all possible, that all teaching
elders/Ministers of Word and Sacrament in congregational service be provided coverage in the
Pastoral Participation Plan or Minister’s Choice Plan.
Remember: Each employing organization offering any of the Board of Pensions Retirement Program
Plans, Financial Protection Program Plans, Health Programs Plans, or Tax-Advantaged Accounts must
complete an Employer Agreement each year. The Employer Agreement Plan for 2022 must be completed
online at www.pensions.org Click Benefits Connect to complete the Employer Agreement. The deadline to
complete the Board of Pensions 2022 Employer Agreement is October 8, 2021. The chart on the next pagelist each benefit for the Pastor’s Participation Plan, Minister’s Choice Plan, and the Menu Options Plan for
installed ministers, non-installed ministers, and other church workers.
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Benefit
Pastor’s Participation:Installed Ministers
Minister’s Choice:Non-Installed Ministers
working 20 hr minimum per week
Menu Options:Non-Installed Ministers and
Other Church Employees
Retirement Pension
(8.5% of effective salary)
Retirement Savings Plan: Offered
(employer and/or voluntary
contributions)
Pension
(8.5% of effective salary)
(employer and/or voluntary
contributions)
Pension
(8.5% of effective salary)
(employer and/or voluntary contributions)
Minister/Employee: 20 hr minimum
per/week
Medical Preferred Provider Organization
(PPO)
Includes Employee Assistance
Plan (EAP)
(27% of effective salary)
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Only
No other health coverage provided
Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
Includes
(employer-specific coverage-level rates)
Includes Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Ministers: No hours requirement
Employees: 20 hours or more per week
Dues EPO PPO
Member-only $7,520 $8,847
Member + Spouse $15,286 $17,984
Member + Child(ren) $11,666 $13,725
Member + Family $20,823 $24,498
Death &Disability
Death and Disability
(1% of effective salary)
Death and Disability
(1% of effective salary
Death and Disability
(1% of effective salary, if provided with
pension plan, 2.5% of effective salary
without pension plan)
Minister/Employee: 20 hr minimum
per/wk
TemporaryDisability
Temporary Disability
(.05% of effective salary)
Temporary Disability
(.05% of effective salary)
Temporary Disability
(.05% of effective salary)
Employees: 20 hr minimum per/wk
Term Life Not Available Not Available Paid by employer ($1/$5000 up to $50,000)
-
Ministers/Employees: 20 hr minimum
per/wk who are not enrolled in the Death
and Disability plan
Group TermLife
Not Available Not Available Paid by employer ($1,000 up to $50,000) -
Minister/Employee: 20 hr minimum
per/wk
Optional Dental
Vision Eye Wear Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
(Health Care & Dependent
Care)
Supplemental Death
Supplemental Disability
Retirement Savings Plan
Dental
Vision Eye Wear Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
(Health Care & Dependent Care)
Supplemental Death
Supplemental Disability
Retirement Savings Plan
Dental
Vision Eye Wear Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts
(Health Care & Dependent Care)**
Supplemental Death***
Supplemental Disability****
Retirement Savings Plan
** Must be enrolled in the PPO or EPO option of medical plan to enroll in the Health Care FSA to be eligible.
Dependent Care FSA enrollment open to any employee
*** Must be enrolled in Death & Disability or Group Term Life to be eligible
**** Must be enrolled in Death & Disability and have and effective salary of at least $120,000
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Other Recommendations concerning Board of Pension participation for 2022:
1. All Other Teaching Elders working 21 - 40 hours a week may be enrolled in the Pastor
Participation Plan
Medical: Member and dependent coverage (if needed) Plus: Pension, Death & Disability Coverage, and Temporary Disability Coverage
Or the Minister’s Choice Plan and/or the Menu Option Plan (see chart for coverage)
2. All Full-Time (40 hrs a week) Non-Ordained Employees who were in the BOP plan prior 12/31/16
· be grand-fathered into the plan with the following provisions:
Medical: Member coverage onlyPlus: Pension, Death & Disability Coverage, and Temporary Disability Coverage
4. For Non-Ordained Employees who are hired after December 31, 2016 working Full-Time (40 hrs a
week), the church will pay the equivalent of 50% of the medical dues of the BOP plan ($4,423.50)
for BOP coverage or for them to shop the exchange. In addition, the BOP Pension (8.5%), Death and
Disability (1%), and Temporary Disability Coverage (.05%) will be employer paid.
·
Churches Which Do Not Provide a Manse
Size Base Salary
*
(Cash Salary +
HousingAllowance)
Soc. Sec.
Allowance
(Base Salary +
Housing Allowance)x (15.3% ÷ 2 =
7.65%)
**
Total Minimum
***
(Base Salary +
Soc. Sec.
Allowance)
BOP Dues
(Pension/Medical/
Disability)
****
(Base Salary) +(Housing
Allowance) x 37%
Minimum
Professiona
l Expenses
*****
Total Cost To
Church
(Does Not
Include Manse
Value)
501- Up $ 67,251 $ 5,145 $ 72,396 $ 24,883 $ 3,400 $ 100,679
301 - 500 $ 63,889 $ 4,888 $ 68,777 $ 23,639 $ 3,400 $ 95,816
151 - 300 $ 60,692 $ 4,643 $ 65,335 $ 22,456 $ 3,400 $ 91,191
76 - 150 $ 57,659 $ 4,411 $ 62,069 $ 21,334 $ 3,400 $ 86,803
0 - 75 $ 54,777 $ 4,190 $ 58,968 $ 20,268 $ 3,400 $ 82,635
* Base Salary: Cash Salary plus housing allowance. This does not include car, education, or other Professional
Expense allowances. These items should be included in the current expense budget of the church.
** Social Security Allowance: Taxes on wages are known as FICA (Federal Income Contributions Act) or SECA (SelfEmployment Contributions Act) taxes. Both the employee and employer contribute to FICA (a combined 15.3%:7.65% for employer and 7.65% for employee). Ministers are considered self-employed and pay SECA Taxes.
Churches are required to pay one-half of the cost (15.3% ÷ 2 = 7.65%) as an allowance to the minister; however, theymay pay more than the required one-half.
*** Total Minimum: This is the figure used to compare if Presbytery's Minimum is being met.
**** BOP Dues Basis: Multiply Base Salary + Housing Allowance x 37%.
***** Minimum Professional Expenses: A statement concerning professional expenses is discussed later in this report.
Minimum professional costs are computed as follows: $1,000 for Continuing Education, and, $2,400 for TravelAllowance.
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Churches Which Do Provide a Manse
Size Base
Salary
*
Manse Value
(Base Salary x
30%)
**
Soc. Sec.
Allowance
(Base Salary)
+ (ManseValue) x
(15.3% ÷ 2 =7.65%)
***
Total Minimum
****
(Base Salary +
Soc. Sec.
Allowance)
BOP Dues
(Pension/Medical/
Disability)
*****
(Base Salary +
Manse Value)
x 37%)
Minimum
Professiona
l Expenses
******
Total Cost
To Church
(Does Not
Include
Manse
Value)
501- Up $51,733 $ 15,520 $5,145 $ 56,877 $ 24,883 $ 3,400 $ 85,161
301 - 500 $49,146 $ 14,744 $ 4,888 $ 54,033 $ 23,639 $ 3,400 $ 81,072
151 - 300 $46,686 $ 14,006 $ 4,643 $ 51,329 $ 22,456 $ 3,400 $ 77,185
76 - 150 $44,352 $ 13,306 $ 4,411 $ 48,763 $ 21,333 $ 3,400 $ 73,496
0 - 75 $42,137 $ 12,641 $ 4,191 $ 46,327 $ 20,268 $ 3,400 $ 69,995
* Base Salary: This does not include car, education, or other Professional Expense allowances. These items shouldbe included in the current expense budget of the church.
** Manse Value: Calculate Base Salary x 30% (Required by General Assembly in computing BOP dues).
*** Social Security Allowance: Taxes on wages are known as FICA (Federal Income Contributions Act) or SECA (SelfEmployment Contributions Act) taxes. Both the employee and employer contribute to FICA (a combined 15.3%:7.65% for employer and 7.65% for employee). Ministers are considered self-employed and pay SECA Taxes.Churches are required to pay one-half of the cost (15.3% ÷ 2 = 7.65%) as an allowance to the minister; however, theymay pay more than the required one-half.
**** Total Minimum: This is the figure used to compare if Presbytery's Minimum is being met.
***** BOP Dues Basis: Multiply Base Salary + Manse Value x 37%.
****** Minimum Professional Expenses: A statement concerning professional expenses is discussed later in this report. Minimum professional costs are computed as follows: $1,000 for Continuing Education, and $2,400 for TravelAllowance.
Travel and Business Expenses
A. The church should reimburse travel costs at the IRS allowed rate per mile for business use of a
personal car (a mileage log is necessary);* or
B. Provide a credit card for travel expenses charged directly to the church; and,
C. Reimburse any other travel or business costs on a dollar-for-dollar basis.
* The 2021 mileage rate is 56¢ per mile. The IRS has not determined the 2022 mileage rate. The rate for the following year is usually
announced in December.
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Continuing Education
The church's annual budget should provide an amount for the continuing education of the minister on an annualbasis. Monies so budgeted should be disbursed to the minister on the basis of a plan, approved by the session,
for such education and on submission of actual costs. Ordinarily, the annual amount is at least $1,000. Ministerscan accrue this amount, and the time, for a three year period if approved in advance by the Session.
Note: The average church in the Presbytery provides about $4,225 to cover Professional Expenses, whichincludes Travel and Continuing Education.
Associate Pastor Compensation
The minimum salary for Associate Pastors is the minimum for ministers in the Presbytery, which for 2022 is
$58,968 (salary including housing allowance, plus social security). Medical/disability insurance and annuities of37% is also required.
Persons Called to Educational Ministry
There is no longer a designation of Certified Associate Christian Educator. The two current designations for
educator certification are Certified Christian Educator (CCE) and Christian Education Associate (CEA).
Certified Christian Educators hold either a bachelors degree or masters degree and have completed courses
in Biblical Interpretation, Reformed Theology, Religious Education Theory and Practice, Human Growth & FaithDevelopment, Worship & Sacraments, and Polity, Program & Mission of the PCUSA as well as passed an
intensive, integrative exam that allows them to demonstrate their knowledge in these seven areas.
Christian Education Associates may not have a four year college degree. These are usually lay people who
have accepted a call to serve in Christian Education in a church but do not have any formal Christian Educationtraining or preparation for ministry. They work with their Certification Advisor through a process that introducesthem to basic knowledge and skills related to Christian Education and to whet their appetites so that they may
want to pursue further course work.
Schedule A: For Certified Christian Educators
Years of
Service
Minimum
Base Salary
Employer's
FICA
Total
Minimum
Board of
Pensions*
Professional
Expense
2 to 3 $44,907 $3,435 $48,343 $13,338 See below
3 to 4 $45,808 $3,504 $49,312 $13,428 See below
4 to 5 $46,723 $3,574 $50,298 $13,519 See below
5 or more $47,656 $3,646 $51,302 $13,613 See below
• Recommended package includes 1 Sunday of vacation per quarter and 2 weeks study leave per year for bothfull and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry. All leave is to be approved by the appropriate body.
• FICA = 7.65% x Base Salary.
• *Board of Pensions Dues: [Member Only Coverage of $8,847 for medical] + [Actual Base Salary x 10% -Consisting of 8.5% for Pension, 1% Death & Disability, and .05% Temporary Disability.
• Professional expense includes anything that falls within IRS guidelines for tax free business expensereimbursements. It is recommended that the church budget $1,000 for continuing education and up to $3,000for all other expenses for both full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry.
• Part-time Certified Christian Educators should receive the total minimum salary determined by years ofservice on a prorated hourly rate but should receive the same number of Sundays for vacation and studyleave.
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Schedule B, C, and D: Christian Education Associates And Non-Certified Persons Called ToEducational Ministry
These schedules were determined by beginning with the figures for Certified Christian Educators and calculating
as noted below:
MA in Education or related field: - 5% (See Schedule B)
BA in Education or related field: -10% (See Schedule C)
Associate’s Degree or no degree: -15% (See Schedule D)
Schedule B: Christian Education Associates And Non-Certified Persons Called To
Educational Ministry With A Master’s Degree In Education Or A Related Field
Years of
Service
Minimum
Base Salary
Employer's
FICA
Total
Minimum
Board of
Pensions *
Professional
Expense
Less than 1 $40,973 $3,134 $44,107 $12,944 See below
1 to 2 $41,792 $3,197 $44,989 $13,026 See below
2 to 3 $42,663 $3,264 $45,927 $13,113 See below
3 to 4 $43,517 $3,329 $46,847 $13,199 See below
4 to 5 $44,386 $3,396 $47,781 $13,286 See below
5 or more $45,275 $3,464 $48,738 $13,374 See below
• Recommended package includes 1 Sunday of vacation per quarter and 2 weeks study leave per year forboth full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry. All leave is to be approved by the appropriatebody.
• FICA = 7.65% x Base Salary.
• *Board of Pensions Dues: [Member Only Coverage of $8,847 for medical] + [Actual Base Salary x 10% -Consisting of 8.5% for Pension, 1% Death & Disability, and .05% Temporary Disability.
• Professional expense includes anything that falls within IRS guidelines for tax free business expensereimbursements. It is recommended that the church budget $1,000 for continuing education and up to $3,000for all other expenses for both full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry.
• Part-time Christian Education Associates and Non-Certified Persons Called to Educational Ministry shouldreceive the total minimum salary determined by years of service on a prorated hourly rate but should receivethe same number of Sundays for vacation and study leave.
Schedule C: Christian Education Associates And Non-Certified Persons Called To
Educational Ministry With A Bachelor’s Degree In Education Or A Related Field
Years of
Service
Minimum
Base Salary
Employer's
FICA
Total
Minimum
Board of
Pensions*
Professional
Expense
Less than 1 $39,589 $3,029 $42,618 $12,806 See below
1 to 2 $40,415 $3,092 $43,507 $12,889 See below
2 to 3 $40,415 $3,092 $43,507 $12,970 See below
3 to 4 $41,226 $3,154 $44,380 $12,970 See below
4 to 5 $42,890 $3,281 $46,171 $13,136 See below
5 or more $42,890 $3,281 $46,171 $13,136 See below
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• Recommended package includes 1 Sunday of vacation per quarter and 2 weeks study leave per year for bothfull and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry. All leave is to be approved by the appropriate body.
• FICA = 7.65% x Base Salary.
• *Board of Pensions Dues: [Member Only Coverage of $8,847 for medical] + [Actual Base Salary x 10% -Consisting of 8.5% for Pension, 1% Death & Disability, and .05% Temporary Disability.
• Professional expense includes anything that falls within IRS guidelines for tax free business expensereimbursements. It is recommended that the church budget $1,000 for continuing education and up to $3,000
for all other expenses for both full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry.
• Part-time Christian Education Associates and Non-Certified Persons Called to Educational Ministry shouldreceive the total minimum salary determined by years of service on a prorated hourly rate but should receivethe same number of Sundays for vacation and study leave.
Schedule D: Christian Education Associates And Non-Certified Persons Called To
Educational Ministry With A Associate’s Degree Or No Degree
Years of
Service
Minimum
Base Salary
Employer's
FICA
Total
Minimum
Board of
Pensions*
Professional
Expense
Less than 1 $36,658 $2,804 $39,463 $12,513 See below
1 to 2 $37,407 $2,862 $40,268 $12,588 See below
2 to 3 $38,171 $2,920 $41,092 $12,664 See below
3 to 4 $38,935 $2,979 $41,914 $12,741 See below
4 to 5 $38,594 $2,952 $41,547 $12,706 See below
5 or more $40,508 $3,099 $43,607 $12,898 See below
• Recommended package includes 1 Sunday of vacation per quarter and 2 weeks study leave per year forboth full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry. All leave is to be approved by the appropriatebody.
• FICA = 7.65% x Base Salary.
• *Board of Pensions Dues: [Member Only Coverage of $8,847 for medical] + [Actual Base Salary x 10% -Consisting of 8.5% for Pension, 1% Death & Disability, and .05% Temporary Disability.
• Professional expense includes anything that falls within IRS guidelines for tax free business expensereimbursements. It is recommended that the church budget $1,000 for continuing education and up to $3,000for all other expenses for both full and part-time Persons called to Educational Ministry.
• Part-time Christian Education Associates and Non-Certified Persons Called to Educational Ministry shouldreceive the total minimum salary determined by years of service on a prorated hourly rate but should receivethe same number of Sundays for vacation and study leave.
Musicians
In response to request for assistance regarding musicians’ salaries, the Presbytery office has available
guidelines from the Presbyterian Association of Musicians. Go to http://presbymusic.org or more information.
Part-Time Staff
Part-time pastors and associate pastors should receive at least the total minimum salary (using the without
manse category) on a prorated hourly rate, based on the size of the church served.
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Manse Equity Fund
The Manse Equity Fund is an attempt to correct the inequity between ministers who live in manses and those
who accrue equity value by living in their own houses. Ministers may choose a qualified plan in consultation with
the church and the Presbytery.
Size of Congregation Manse Equity Allowance
501 - UP $2,000
301- 500 $1,750
151 - 300 $1,500
76 - 150 $1,250
0 - 75 $1,000
Credit for Small Employer Health Insurance Premiums Update for Tax Year 2014 and Beyond
The Small Employer Healthcare Tax Credit was established by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act(PPACA). The credit is designed to encourage small employers to offer insurance coverage for the first time or
maintain coverage they already have. For tax years beginning in 2014 or later, there were changes to the credit.
The maximum credit is 35% of dues/premiums paid for small, tax-exempt employers. Starting in 2014, the
employer tax credit is only offered for a two consecutive tax year credit period. To qualify for the tax credit, all ofthe following must apply:
• You have fewer than 25 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• Your average employee salary is about $53,000 per year or less
• You pay at least 50% of your full-time employees' premium costs
• You offer coverage to your full-time employees through the SHOP Marketplace.
(You don’t have to offer it to dependents or employees working fewer than 30
hours per week to qualify for the tax credit.)
Currently, the Board of Pensions Medical Plan, DOES NOT qualify for the Tax Credit. However, if you have
some employees who do not have medical coverage with the BOP but get their health insurance
coverage through the SHOP Marketplace and you pay at least 50% of the cost of single coverage for your
employees, you may qualify for this credit. For additional information about how to take this credit, go to
http://www.irs.gov/uac/Affordable-Care-Act-Tax-Provisions.
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Pathways to Renewal *
Pathways to Renewal brings young ministers into the Benefits Plan with the full benefits of Pastor's Participationat substantially reduced dues. It is designed to provide hope of renewed leadership to small congregations and
support to innovative ministries of congregations of all sizes.
How it works
The Board designed Pathways to Renewal to build ministerial leadership for the future of the Church. It reducesPastor's Participation dues nearly in half, from 37 percent of effective salary to 21 percent. Through Pastor's
Participation, ministers have access to Presbyterian CREDO and may be eligible for Minister Educational DebtAssistance, totaling $5,000 a year for up to five years.
Eligibility
Churches To qualify, a congregation must have 150 or fewer members and not had an installed pastor for atleast two years and not elected a Pastor Nominating Committee; or have any size membership and expand
ministerial headcount.
Candidates or ministers
The minister being called through Pathways to Renewal must be under age 40; be either a candidate forordination or an ordained minister of the Word and Sacrament; and not have been previously covered under
Pastor’s Participation in the Benefits Plan.
Costs
Churches receive a substantial reduction in dues for ministers they enroll in Pastor’s Participation throughPathways to Renewal. Dues total 21 percent of effective salary:
2% for pension
1% for death and disability
18% for medical (two-thirds of standard medical dues, with a minimum medical dues rate of $6,000)
The dues discount runs five years or until the end of the employment relationship, whichever comes first.
Application
To apply for Pathways to Renewal or for additional information on qualifying for the program, call the Board of
Pensions at 800-773-7752 (800-PRESPLAN) to speak with a service representative.
L:Presbyterian Meetings/handbooks/October 10, 2021/ 2022 Salary Studies Report
L:Salary Studies Reports/Salary Studies Report 2022 /Salary Studies 2022 Report
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