Supplement

Virginia Synod, ELCA 2018 Synod Assembly

June 8-10, 2018 Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia

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Resolution on Official Visitors ..................................................... 1 Assembly Committees .................................................................. 2 General Resolution ........................................................................ 3-4 Report of the Assembly Committee on Nominations ................... 5-10 Assembly Evaluation Form ........................................................... 11-13

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RESOLUTION ON OFFICIAL VISITORS 2018 BE IT RESOLVED that the Assembly recognize the following official visitors and that they be given the privilege of voice on the floor of this Assembly (if not otherwise a voting member): As Official Representatives of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America to the Assembly:

Rev. Ron Glusenkamp, Director for the Campaign for the ELCA As Representatives of Institutions, Agencies or Auxiliaries related to this synod: The Rev. Paul Aebischer Portico Benefit Services Ms. Julie Kroll Program Director, Carolina Furnace Lutheran Camp and Retreat Center The Rev. Randy Myers President, GraceInside Ms. Heather Neff President and CEO, Virginia Lutheran Homes Mr. Tim Peifer National Lutheran Communities & Services Mr. Tom Powell Executive Director, Carolina Furnace Lutheran Camp & Retreat Center The Rev. Dr. David Ratke Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Lenoir Rhyne University Mr. Ray Ratke Executive Director, Lutheran Family Services of Virginia Ms. Amanda Silcox Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy As Assembly Musician: The Revs. Stephen and Ruth Folkemer Assembly Musicians for Opening Worship As Assembly Parliamentarian:

Dr. Gary Hollis Parliamentarian As Lay Leaders with Special Responsibilities: Elizabeth Smythe Chair of the Election Committee As guest Presenters/Preachers The Rev. Dr. Ruth Hamilton ELCA Region 9 Candidacy and Leadership Manager Ms. Dara Clifford Candidate for Ministry of Word and Sacrament, assigned to VA Ms. Melissa May Intern: Rural Retreat Parish Mr. Patrick Freund Intern: North Mountain Parish Ms. Katie Freund Intern: North Mountain Parish Ms. Alex Witt Candidate for Ministry of Word and Sacrament, assigned to VA Ms. Melissa Woeppel Intern: Peace, Charlottesville BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assembly recognize the following ecumenical guests and that these persons be introduced to the Assembly at the appropriate time: The Rev. Dr. Christopher M. Agnew Ecumenical Officer, Episcopal Diocese of Virginia Bishop Mark Bourlakas Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Virginia The Rev. Joseph Lehman Our Lady of Nazareth Roman Catholic Church, Roanoke, VA BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assembly grant the privilege of voice and vote to Assembly to Dr. Michael Samerdyke, Synodically Authorized Minister, Christ, Wise and Pastors serving as appointed Interims of congregations on the territory of the VA Synod, ELCA.

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The Committee on Reference and Counsel recommends adoption of this resolution

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ASSEMBLY COMMITTEES 2018

Committees: • Nominations - Joel Neubauer

o Deans of the conferences • Transportation - Jim Larsen

o Ann Mitchell o Pat Nabers o Mike Samerdyke

• Minutes – Heidi David-Young o Babs Benson

• Official Roll - Kathleen Miko o Carolyn Rinaca

• Elections - Elizabeth Smythe o David Drebes o Alli Beck

• Reference and Counsel - Barry Proctor o Harry Griffith o Mycah McNett

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GENERAL RESOLUTION 2018

BE IT RESOLVED, that the Virginia Synod in Assembly return grateful thanks to Almighty God that we have been enlightened through the Assembly theme, ____________________________________________________________________________________ RESOLVED, that special recognition and appreciation be accorded the following through whom Christ has shared His joy: • Our dear Bishop, the Rev. Robert F. Humphrey, for his faithful, steadfast ministry among us as our

spiritual leader, for bringing the word of God with him everywhere he goes and for his faithful chairing of this Assembly, and to Charles Downs for his gifted and gracious leadership in his chairing of the assembly.

• The Rev. Kelly Bayer Derrick, the Rev. Dr. Dave Delaney, Skip Zubrod, Tammy Kasper, Richard Hoffman, Debbie Mintiens, Elizabeth Smythe, and all Assembly Assistants, and the entire VA Synod staff for their gracious and untiring assistance in providing a smooth-running Assembly.

• Charles Downs, Blythe Scott, and members of the Synod Council for their leadership and direction in

the planning and implementation of this Assembly. • Max Holland, Jean Rosendahl, Celi Stoutamier, Janet Uhl, Bob Yates, Karen Zubrod and all

volunteers • Members and Chairs of all committees. • 2017-2018 Virginia Synod Lutheran Youth Organization Board:

Ms. Jasmine Jones, Multicultural Representative; Reformation, New Market Mr. Isaac Wilson, 12th Grade Representative; Christ, Fredericksburg Mr. Turner Barger, 11th Grade Representative; Epiphany, Richmond Mr. Hunter Simpkins, Multicultural Representative, Grace, Chesapeake Ms. Mairi Bachman, 10th Grade Representative; Grace, Winchester Mr. Chas Downs, 9th Grade Representative; Christ, Roanoke Ms. Emily Martinez, LYO At Large Representative; St. Timothy, Norfolk Ms. Rebekah Williams, 8th Grade Representative; Ascension, Danville Advisor: Michael Tate (Emmanuel, Virginia Beach) Advisor: Christina Hodges (St. Timothy, Norfolk)

• Dr. Michael Maxey, President of Roanoke College, and members of the Roanoke College Staff for

their gracious hospitality and delicious meals. • Rev. Scott Mims for serving as the Assembly Chaplain Coordinator

The Rev. Kelly Bayer Derick, the Assembly Worship Planning Committee, and all worship assistants

who lifted our spirit in worship.

Dr. Gary Hollis for serving as our Parliamentarian and bring keeping order tin our proceedings

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• Our Ecumenical Guests:

The Rev. Dr. Christopher M. Agnew Ecumenical Officer, Episcopal Diocese of Virginia Bishop Mark Bourlakas Episcopal Diocese of Southwest Virginia The Rev. Joseph Lehman Our Lady of Nazareth Roman Catholic Church,

Roanoke, VA • Our Guest Preachers and Prayers: The Rev. Dr. Ruth Hamilton ELCA Region 9 Candidacy and Leadership Manager Ms. Dara Clifford Candidate for Ministry of Word and Sacrament Ms. Melissa May Intern: Rural Retreat Parish Mr. Patrick Freund Intern: North Mountain Parish Ms. Katie Freund Intern: North Mountain Parish Ms. Alex Witt Candidate for Ministry of Word and Sacrament Ms. Melissa Woeppel Intern: Peace, Charlottesville

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that we especially recognize • The Rev. Ron Glusenkamp. Director for the Campaign for the ELCA and all presenters who gifted us

with their proclamation of the gospel. • The Revs. Stephen and Beth Folkemer, Deacon Lavelva Stevens, Mr. Dudley Oakes, and the

Roanoke Chamber Brass who re-presented Christ and led us and fed us with their gifts of music. • Emily Pilat whose foresight has freed us all from the tedious task of writing a bulletin insert or

newsletter article so that we may fondly reminisce about our time at Synod Assembly to our congregations. The summary of the Synod Assembly will be available on http://www.vasynod.org web site at noon on Wednesday.

• Last, and most importantly, to every member of the Virginia Synod Assembly – for your loyalty and

faithfulness in responding to the call to serve as voting members and visitors. We pray that you are lifted up by serving God, the ELCA, our Synod, and your congregation. God’s continued blessings to and through you as you return to your vocational call to family and daily work.

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The Committee of Reference and Counsel recommends adoption of this resolution.

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REPORT OF THE ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON NOMINATIONS The Assembly Committee on Nominations for the 2018 Synod Assembly, chaired by Pastor Joel Neubauer reviewed all positions to be filled and attempted, where possible to present more than one nominee for each position to be filled in a particular category. The committee presents the following slate of nominees for: Synod Treasurer Dan Kahill

Synod Council: • Class of 2020 (2 year term)

1 Clergy Female The Rev. Lauren Miller Class of 2021 (5 to be elected)

2 Lay • Tyler Wertman

2 Clergy • The Rev. Jonathan Boynton • The Rev. Cheryl Griffin • The Rev. G. William Nabers • The Rev. Leslie D. Scanlon • The Rev David N. Young

Youth Representative

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Churchwide Assembly 2019

1 Clergy –Youth/Young Adult (Male or Female) o The Rev. Kathryn L. Pocalyko

1 Layperson – Youth/Young Adult (Male or Female)

o Mycah McNett 1 Clergy – Person of Color or Whose Primary Language is Other than English

o The Rev. Phyllis B. Milton

1 Layperson – Person of Color or Whose Primary Language is Other than English

2 Lay Female o Megan Crummitt o Diane Giessler o Christy Huffman

1 Lay Male

1 Clergy Female

o The. Rev. Heidi David-Young o The Rev Leslie D. Scanlon o The Rev. Martha Miller Sims o The Rev. Terrie Sternberg

1 Clergy Male

o The Rev. Timothy M. Crummitt o The Rev. G. William Nabers o The Rev. David N. Young

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Virginia Synod, ELCA

ASSEMBLY EVALUATION FORM June 8- 10, 2018 For each program element, you are invited to circle a number rating between 1 (low) and 5 (high), as well as make comments in the space provided that will assist in the planning of future Assemblies. Minister of Word Minister of Word I am a _____ Lay Voting Member _____ and Sacrament _____ and Service _____ Visitor PART I: ASSEMBLY FORMAT AND THEME: “Only By Grace Can We Stand”

1. General Format of the Assembly - the combination Low High Of business, worship, fellowship, service, education, and inspiration . 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 Comments: 2. Keynote by Bishop Humphrey Low High 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 Comments: 3. Small Groups Low High 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 Comments: 4. Registration Process: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5

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PART II: PRESENTATIONS: 1.. ELCA Women & Justice Draft Social Statement: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 PART III: BUSINESS SESSIONS: 1. Conduct and content of the business sessions: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 PART IV: WORSHIP: 1. Daily Worship in Bast Gymnasium: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 2. Service of Holy Communion at St. Andrews: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 PART IV: FACILITIES 1. Meals and Breaks: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 2. Facilities: Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5

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3. Display Area and Content Low High Comments: 1...........2...........3...........4...........5 PART V: FINAL COMMENTS 1. What are significant challenges/issues facing the Synod as we move forward? 2. Comments on any aspect of the Assembly not covered above are welcome: