Thursday, June 13, 2007 9:00 am
Devotions were led by Rev. Nick Dyrud, Bloomington, MN, beginning by singing “Now Thank We All Our God.” From Lamentations 3:19-26, “Where does our hope rest?”
Report of credentials committee
Pastors 157
Visiting Pastors 3
Lay 447
Visiting Laymen 11
Total 618
Election Results
2008 Nominating Committee
Eastern North Dakota
Mr. Jon Dryburgh Grafton, ND 161
Mr. Lowell Watt, Park River, ND 66
Mr. Gene Finstrom, Buxton, ND 226
Western North Dakota-Eastern Montana
Mr. Ron Jorgenson, Beulah, ND 152
Mr. Arlie Hartsoch, Ray, ND 60
Mr. Jerome Rice, White Earth, ND 60
Mr. Mark Gustafson, Beulah, ND 194
South Dakota
Pastor Bill Buck, Sinai, SD 192
Rev. Mark Richardson, Wallace SD 69
Pastor Wayne Olson, Faith, SD 195
Lake Superior
* Mr. Ken Sletten, Duluth, MN 290
Mr. Doug Niesen, Cloquet, MN 151
Northwestern Minnesota
Mr. Roland Deschene, Argyle, MN 95
Mr. Farrell Erickson, Badger, MN 154
Mr. Rodney Kjersten, Roseau, MN 191
North Central Minnesota
* Rev. Karl Anderson, Bagley, MN 266
Rev. Arlo Feiock, Bemidji, MN 155
Southwest Central Minnesota
* Rev. James Johnson, Fergus Falls, MN 452
Nebraska-Colorado-Kansas
* Rev. David White, Deshler, NE 396
Minneapolis
Mr. Jason Norlien, Coon Rapids, MN 112
* Mr. Leroy Schierkolk, Prairie Farm, WI 236
Rev. Richard Carr, Minneapolis, MN 114
Central Tri-State
* Rev. Martin Horn, Kenyon, MN 258
Rev. Jonathan Unverzagt, Cataract, WI 195
Northern Michigan
* Mr. Erling Langness, Ishpeming, MI 284
Mr. Kevin Hooper, Ishpeming, MI 164
South Central
Rev. Gerald Peterson, Oklahoma City, OK 163
Mr. Scott Schauer, Oklahoma City, OK 111
Rev. Craig Scavo, Durant, OK 169
Southwestern
Rev. Orville Hiepler, Fallbrook, CA 83
* Rev. James Johnson, Camarillo, CA 244
Mrs. Geri Graham, Camarillo, CA 130
Pacific Northwest
Mr. Luke Long, Arlington, WA 223
Mr. Bill Fish, Everett, WA 122
Mr. Tim Erhart, Lake Stevens, WA 104
Eastern
Mr. James Taylor, Bethel Park, PA 225
* Rev. Brian Pearson, Brandon, FL 233
Illinois
Mr. Steve Stull, Ottawa, IL 81
Mr. Don Gillispie, Ashkum, IL 66
Mr. John Talley, Newark, IL 164
Rev. Randy Nelson, Lisbon, IL 139
* Elected
A second ballot was distributed for the 2008 Nominating Committee:
Eastern North Dakota
Mr. Jon Dryburgh Grafton, ND
Mr. Gene Finstrom, Buxton, ND
Western North Dakota-Eastern Montana
Mr. Ron Jorgenson, Beulah, ND
Mr. Mark Gustafson, Beulah, ND
South Dakota
Mr. Bill Buck, Sinai, SD
Pastor Wayne Olson, Faith, SD
Northwestern Minnesota
Mr. Farrell Erickson, Badger, MN
Mr. Rodney Kjersten, Roseau, MN
South Central
Rev. Gerald Peterson, OKC, OK
Rev. Craig Scavo, Durant, OK
Pacific Northwest
Mr. Luke Long, Arlington, WA
Mr. Bill Fish, Everett, WA
Illinois
Mr. Steve Stull, Ottawa, IL
Mr. John Talley, Newark, IL
Rev. Randy Nelson, Lisbon, IL
A nominating ballot was received for Vice-President.
Mr. Glen Espe, Thief River Falls, MN, asked if someone can fill both the Vice-president and the Assistant to the President positions.
Rev. Lee replied that someone could fill both, if they lived in the right area and could live on a limited salary.
A nominating ballot was received for Secretary.
The conference returned to the resolutions of Committee #1.
12. WHEREAS, much of the recent growth in our AFLC has come from outside our
fellowship, and
WHEREAS, this has created a consistent challenge for the members of our Coordinating Committee,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we thank God for their continual service in the screening and maintenance of the congregational and clergy rosters, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we encourage the members of the Coordinating Committee to continue their diligence in this task, and encourage them to coordinate with members of each corporation in the establishment of standardized guidelines to aid them in this endeavor.
MS to adopt.
Rev. Gordon Strunk, Ambridge, PA, acknowledged the the Co-ordinating Committee’s hospitality and support to incoming pastors and congregations.
Resolution adopted.
13. WHEREAS, the 2006 conference requested that a committee "study the current budgetary system and ... make recommendations to the present system in which undesignated gifts ... are being administered and budgeted,” and
WHEREAS, this Budget Analysis Review Committee has finished it's evaluation and presented a recommendation with a desired goal to create a more equitable system. The Budget Analysis Review Committee recommendation is as follows:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the current system be altered (commencing January 2009) to allow all undesignated funds to be distributed equally among the three corporations currently receiving undesignated gifts.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that each corporation then has the responsibility to allocate, as they deem fit, those funds to the ministries under their coverage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this new system will in no way alter the assignment of any allocated funds specified for a specific ministry, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Budget Analysis Committee, and the ministries of the AFLC, develop a coordinated more effective means of communicating their respective financial status with the AFLC as a whole.
MS to adopt.
Rev. Del Palmer, World Missions director, said that this would represent a great change in the way undesignated funds are handled. The present budgets are set up according to the present system and will also have to change and time is needed to restructure and to see what the implications of this change would be. He recommended that we not make a change this year.
Rev. Lee explained the present system of distributing undesignated funds.
Rev. Rich Carr said that one problem is that this centralizes power to distribute funds into a small group of people, another is that it pits one board or committee against another for funds. He moved to amend
WHEREAS, the 2006 conference requested that a committee "study the current budgetary system and ... make recommendations to the present system in which undesignated gifts ... are being administered and budgeted,” and
WHEREAS, this Budget Analysis Review Committee has finished it's evaluation and presented a recommendation with a desired goal to create a more equitable system. The Budget Analysis Review Committee recommendation is as follows:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the current
system be altered (commencing January 2009) to allow all undesignated funds to be
distributed equally among the three corporations currently receiving
undesignated gifts.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that
each corporation then has the responsibility to allocate, as they deem fit,
those funds to the ministries under their coverage.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this new system will in no way alter the assignment of any allocated funds specified for a specific ministry, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Budget Analysis Committee, and the ministries of the AFLC, develop a coordinated more effective means of communicating their respective financial status with the AFLC as a whole.
Mr. Brent Peterson, Valley City, ND, said that the new system would let those giving know where their money is going. It is a more consistent way of distributing funds.
Mr. Gene Quist, Bloomington, MN, said that his congregation needs to designate their giving rather than sending undesignated funds.
Mr. Jim Boe, Ottawa, IL, wanted to know what the amendment did.
Rev. Palmer referred the conference to page 72 of the conference report as to how undesignated funds are handled.
Rev. Carr withdrew his amendment.
Rev. Steve Mundfrom, Arlington, SD, asked what would happen in a congregation asked their money to be divided by the budget process? Would that allow us to work with both old and new systems. He asked for the reasons the resolution was created.
Rev. David Johnson, Cloquet, MN, said that the committee was trying to comply with the reports given them.
Rev. Richard Long, Arlington, WA, spoke against the resolution.
Mr. Ken Graham, Camarillo, CA, asked if the committee had spoken with representatives with the three corporations.
Rev. Johnson replied that there was supposed to be
representation by all committees when the Budget Analysis Committee met.
Mr. Nathan Dalager, Argyle, MN, said that there was representation. The idea
was to rid ourselves of the term “undesignated” since all funds would have a
designation.
Mr. Shane McLoughlin, Valley City, ND, asked what the amount or percentage of funds would be.
Mr. Dalager said that it would not be all.
Pastor Roger David, Armington, IL, said that new congregations and individuals don’t necessarily know how to designate their funds. They need to be educated.
Mr. Cory Buck, New Hope, MN, said that the discussion was profitable. About ?% was undesignated last year.
Rev. Dale Finstrom, Glyndon, MN, said his congregation gives everything undesignated.
Mr. Eric Christensen, Amery, WI, said that the conference approved budget does not meet all the needs of some departments. He spoke in favor of the resolution.
Mr. Myron Compton, Spearfish, SD, asked if a resolution can be tabled, postponed, or withdrawn?
Mr. Roland Meyer, Paxton, IL, said that a resolution can be tabled or postponed or it can be referred back to the committee.
Mr. Compton moved that the conference refer the resolution back to the committee.
Second. Carried.
14. WHEREAS, as each congregation carries out its’ mission for outreach and evangelism, new challenges are arising in our communities that require proactive thought and planning.
BE IT RESOLVED, that each congregation be encouraged to find ways of balancing the needs of congregation and community alike. This may include the need for background checks on pastors, staff and volunteers; establishing counseling guidelines; and/or written plans concerning church discipline issues.
MS to adopt.
Pastor Michael Burke, Ishpeming, MI said that he would like to see the AFLC office provide guidelines for congregations to implement this resolution.
Adopted.
15. WHEREAS, the All-Boards Workshop provides an opportunity for talking about mutual concerns and strengthening the fellowship of AFLC Ministries, and
WHEREAS, this opportunity provides a time for uniting in prayer and spiritual encouragement,
BE IT RESOLVED that all boards and committees make this All-Boards Workshop a priority.
MSC to adopt.
16. WHEREAS, the president is in fact a non-voting member of all boards and committees,
BE IT RESOLVED, that the AFLC boards and committees make it a priority to notify the president of all meetings and provide him with minutes of these meetings.
MSC to adopt.
17. WHEREAS, The Lutheran Ambassador contains many encouraging and uplifting articles as well as much helpful information, and
WHEREAS, increased subscription income would provide financial benefits for the AFLC as a whole by the decrease of the amount of subsidy needed for publication,
BE IT RESOLVED, that congregational leaders and pastors encourage church members and other like-minded people to subscribe to the Lutheran Ambassador.
MSC to adopt.
Additional resolutions:
Rev. Ray Ballman, Glen Rose, TX, said that technology would make it possible to expand opportunities to attend the conference through webcasting. He moved
18. WHEREAS the Annual Conference is a blessing to all who are able to attend,
WHEREAS there are many who would like to attend but are unable to do so,
WHEREAS the Association has the equipment to webcast the meetings at present,
WHEREAS live streaming technology is readily available and broadband is available at the Oklahoma City conference site,
BE IT RESOLVED that the conference committee strongly consider the live webcasting of the 2008 Annual Conference and those that follow if broadband is available at the conference location.
Second. Adopted.
Rev. Lloyd Quanbeck, Minot, ND, moved
- WHEREAS senior seminarians are required to meet with three different boards or committees (AFLC Schools Board of Trustees – for approval for graduation, the Colloquy Committee - for approval for ordination, and the Coordinating Committee - to be placed on the AFLC Clergy Roster), and whereas the Colloquy Committee has sometimes experienced uncertainty in their role and low numbers in their meetings with seminarians;
be it resolved that seminarians meet with said boards and committees in the order listed above, so that each Committee fulfill their function and the Colloquy Committee not become a rubber stamp in the process but rather be able to refer any concerns to the Coordinating Committee for further examination.
Be it further resolved that those elected to the Colloquay Committee all be notified of their nomination before being elected, so that they may make clear if they are willing to serve, thus seeking to avoid inadequate numbers on this committee when they meet. And
be it further resolved that this Committee be more thoroughly educated each year by the AFLC President or someone else as to their role.
Second
Rev. Lee explained the present process of interviewing seminary graduates.
Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Cokato, MN, said that the process worked well on the year he served on the colloquy committee.
Adopted.
Election Results
Nominating Ballot Vice President
Rev. Mark Antal 2
Rev. David Barnhart 1
Rev. Michael Brandt 13
W-Rev. Richard Carr 2
W-Rev. Brian Davidson 15
Rev. Connely Dyrud 2
W-Rev. Todd Erickson 1
Rev. Dale Finstrom 15
W-Rev. Peter Franz 9
W-Rev. Les Galland 1
W-Rev. Wayne Hjermstad 1
W-Rev. Martin Horn 3
Rev. David Johnson 2
Rev. James L. Johnson 5
W-Pastor Mark Johnson 1
W-Rev. Timothy Johnson 1
Rev. Gary Jorgenson 18
Rev. Lyndon Korhonen 10
Rev. Richard Larson 3
Rev. Steve Lombardo 2
Rev. Richard Long 16
W-Rev. Jerry Moan 2
Rev. Wade Mobley 1
W-Rev. Kenneth Moland 112
Rev. Allen Monson 4
Rev. Stephen Mundfrom 7
W-Rev. Paul Nash 3
W-Rev. Elden Nelson 1
Rev. Mark Olson 10
Rev. Terry Olson 18
Rev. Tonnes Pollestad 1
Rev. Lloyd Quanbeck 1
W-Rev. James Rasmussen 5
W-Rev. Joel Rolf 1
W-Rev. Craig Scavo 1
Rev. David Skordahl 6
Rev. Timothy Skramstad 10
W-Rev. Stephen Snipstead 2
Rev. Jeff Swanson 4
Rev. Peter Ward 1
Rev. Jon Wellumson 1
W=Withdrew
Secretary Nominating Ballot
Rev. Steve Carlson 1
*Rev. Brian Davidson 292
Rev. Dale Finstrom 2
Rev. David Johnson 1
Rev. James R. Johnson 1
Rev. James L. Johnson 1
Rev. Merle Knutson 1
Rev. Ron Knutson 2
Rev. Lyndon Korhonen 1
Rev. Richard Larson 1
Rev. Wade Mobley 3
Rev. Richard Long 4
Rev. Stephen Mundfrom 1
Rev. Jerome Nikunen 1
Rev. Terry Olson 2
Rev. Thomas Olson 1
Rev. Michael Peterson 2
Rev. Tonnes Pollestad 1
Rev. Lloyd Quanbeck 1
Rev. Timothy Skramstad 2
Rev. Jeff Swanson 2
Rev. Jon Wellumson 1
Mr. Loiell Dyrud 1
Mrs. Lori Nash 1
Mrs. Charlotte Fruehauf 2
Mr. Carl Busse 1
Mr. Matt Olson 2
*Elected with 88% of ballots cast
2nd ballot for 2008 Nominating Committee
Eastern North Dakota
Mr. Jon Dryburgh Grafton, ND 118
*Mr. Gene Finstrom, Buxton, ND 164
Western North Dakota-Eastern Montana
Mr. Ron Jorgenson, Beulah, ND 129
*Mr. Mark Gustafson, Beulah, ND 153
South Dakota
Mr. Bill Buck, Sinai, SD 132
*Pastor Wayne Olson, Faith, SD 143
Northwestern Minnesota
Mr. Farrell Erickson, Badger, MN 140
*Mr. Rodney Kjersten, Roseau, MN 143
South Central
Rev. Gerald Peterson, Oklahoma City, OK 131
*Rev. Craig Scavo, Durant, OK 141
Pacific Northwest
*Mr. Luke Long, Arlington, WA 168
Mr. Bill Fish, Everett, WA 109
Illinois
Mr. Steve Stull, Ottawa, IL 67
Mr. John Talley, Newark, IL 127
Rev. Randy Nelson, Lisbon, IL 76
*elected
Election Results from spare Ballot #3 for Vice-President
Rev. Mark Antal 2
Rev. David Barnhart 4
Rev. Michael Brandt 69
Rev. Connely Dyrud 5
Rev. Dale Finstrom 20
Rev. David Johnson 2
Rev. James L. Johnson 7
Rev. Gary Jorgenson 23
Rev. Lyndon Korhonen 15
Rev. Richard Larson 5
Rev. Steve Lombardo 3
Rev. Richard Long 27
Rev. Wade Mobley 7
Rev. Allen Monson 24
Rev. Stephen Mundfrom 5
Rev. Mark Olson 14
Rev. Terry Olson 38
Rev. Tonnes Pollestad 8
Rev. James Rasmussen 2
Rev. Lloyd Quanbeck 8
Rev. David Skordahl 23
Rev. Timothy Skramstad 10
Rev. Jeff Swanson 3
Rev. Peter Ward 10
Rev. Jon Wellumson 5
Those receiving less than 10% were dropped from the subsequent ballot.
Spare ballot #4 was received for the 2008 nominating committee from the Illinois District
Mr. Steve Stull, Ottawa, IL
Mr. John Talley, Newark, IL
Balloting for Vice-president Spare ballot #5 was received.
Rev. Michael Brandt
Rev. Terry Olson
Rev. Tonnes Pollestad moved
20. WHEREAS, the duties of the President have greatly increased with growth of the AFLC
BE IT RESOLVED that the Co-ordinating Committee be encouraged to fill the position of assistant to the President by the time the new president takes office.
Second. Adopted
Report of the Nominating Committee
Co-ordinating Committee (Lay 5 year term)
Mr. Wayne Floan, Plymouth, MN
Mr. Mel Fisher, Shakopee, MN
MSC nominations cease. Balloting followed.
Co-ordinating Committee (Lay 5 year term)
Mr. Steve Jameson, Earlville, IL
Vint Bruflat, Mesa, AZ
MSC nominations cease. Balloting followed.
Committee # 1 - 2008 Annual Conference
Mr. Carl Busse Humboldt, TN
Mr. Charles Gray, OKC, OK
Mr. Dave Van Hoveln, Milford, IL
Rev. James L Johnson, Camarillo, CA
Rev. Wade Mobley, Sioux Falls, SD
MSC nominations cease and to elect.
The report of the chairman of the Board of Trustees was presented by Dr. Dan Mundfrom, Greeley, CO.
MSC to receive.
Election results
Vice-President
*Rev Michael Brandt, Sioux Falls, SD 213
Rev. Terry Olson, Grand Forks, ND 141
*elected
Recess for prayer hour led by Rev. Steve Mundfrom, Arlington, SD.
1:30pm
Rev. Derek Kalkes, Roslyn, SD, led in devotions from Colossians 2:8-15. The power of the cross and of Christ’s resurrection is our power that frees us from sin. Closed by singing “My Hope Is Built on Nothing Else.”
Report of the Credentials Committee:
Pastors 157
Visiting Pastors 4
Lay 447
Visiting Laymen 11
Total 619
MSC to receive.
Election Results
Co-ordinating Committee (Lay 5 year term)
*Mr. Wayne Floan, Plymouth, MN 278
Mr. Mel Fisher, Shakopee, MN 98
* elected
Co-ordinating Committee (Lay 5 year term)
Mr. Steve Jameson, Earlville, IL 132
*Vint Bruflat, Mesa, AZ 239
* elected
The report of the Dean of the Seminary was presented by Dr. Francis Monseth, Rogers, MN, AFLTS Dean.
MSC to receive.
The report of the Dean of the Bible School was presented by Rev. Joel Rolf, Plymouth, MN, AFLBS Dean.
MSC to receive.
The report of Conference Committee #2 (Schools) was presented by Mrs. Brenda Carr, Minneapolis, MN.
Committee members: Secretary: Mrs. Brenda Carr, Minneapolis, MN; Rev. Wayne Hjermstad, Bruce, SD; Mr. Phil Jensen, Sioux Falls, SD; Mr. Scott Schauer, Oklahoma City, OK; Chairman: Mr. Mark Sivertson, Sioux Falls, SD.
1. WHEREAS, the AFLC was founded upon the belief in the inerrant, inspired, all-sufficient, authoritative Word of God, and continues to be grounded in that belief,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we thank God for His unfailing Word and for providing faculty members who are devoted to its preservation and teaching. Also, for those who serve on the School Corporation, Board of Trustees and staff seeking His will to maintain administration and serve the needs of the students according to God’s Word.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we commit ourselves to prayer on their behalf.
MSC to adopt.
2. WHEREAS, Pastor Joel Rolf has borne the mantle of Dean of the AFLBS for his first school year and,
WHEREAS, Mr. Larry Behne, Mr. James Rolf and Rev. Mark Olson have completed their service on the Board of Trustees,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we thank God for their faithful service to the Lord.
MSC to adopt.
3. WHEREAS, the need of an additional faculty member has been mentioned in previous conference reports and,
WHEREAS, a generous gift of $35,000.00 has been provided to help fund this position,
BE IT RESOLVED, that further consideration be given to pursuing this need according to God’s will to make possible the delivery of a specific core of basic fundamental courses as the first year curriculum for the seminary.
MS to adopt.
Dr. Dan Mundfrom said that the Board of Trustees is grateful for the gifts.
Adopted.
4. WHEREAS, accreditation would provide many benefits and advantages to the schools and students and,
WHEREAS, the accreditation of the schools would not compromise the principal beliefs of the AFLC,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we encourage the movement toward becoming accredited through TRACS.
MS to adopt.
Dr. Dan Mundfrom said that the Board has been investigating this possibility for several years. It would require accreditation of the Bible School together with the Seminary.
Rev. Don Richman, Bloomington, MN, spoke in favor of the resolution because that a conservative, Biblical, Lutheran seminary would fill a great void in the world and aid many countries in the world.
Dr. Robert Kohl, Brookings, SD said that transferring of credits from Bible School would be aided.
Adopted.
5. WHEREAS, the continued equipping of lay people is essential to their own spiritual growth and to the health of the Church’s mission and,
WHEREAS, the AFLC continues to expand geographically,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we encourage the development of a distance education program in conjunction with the World Missions effort currently underway.
MSC to adopt.
Dr. Mark Olson, Lakeville, MN said that the schools is being supportive, but the effort is really a World Missions’ effort.
Mr. Scott Schauer, Oklahoma City OK, said that some of the summer school offerings could be made available.
6. WHEREAS, building a solid spiritual foundation is essential in the life of future generations. And,
WHEREAS, the Lord of the harvest is calling men to be used in the field of service,
BE IT RESOLVED, that we encourage our youth to attend Bible School and for men to respond according to God’s will by attending our Seminary.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that we encourage our congregations to prayerfully consider providing scholarship support and placement for the seminary interns.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, we thank God for the successful placement of all current interns.
MSC to adopt.
7. WHEREAS, the summer teams are invaluable to the promotion and recruitment of students for the Bible School and,
WHEREAS, the requests for them outnumber the resources available,
BE IT RESOLVED, that consideration be given to a full-time AFLBS representative to visit congregations, respond to inquiries and to follow up with prospective students.
Mrs. Brenda Carr, Minneapolis, MN, said that enrollment drops during years without a youth convention, summer teams influence a lot of our youth to attend Bible School.
Mr. Amy Dalager, Argyle, MN, said that coming up with a new faculty member has been a financial challenge, and that adding another position may not be wise.
MS to adopt.
Mrs. Brenda Carr, Minneapolis, MN said that enrollment drops during years without a youth convention, summer teams influence a lot of our youth to attend Bible School.
Mr. Amy Dalager, Argyle, MN, said that coming up with a new faculty member has been a financial challenge, and that adding another position may not be wise.
Spare ballot #6 was received to decide adoption of resolution #7.
8. WHEREAS, God has faithfully provided through His people for the retirement of the operational debt of the Bible School. And also, to pay down a significant portion of the remaining debt on Heritage Hall in addition to the complete payment of the third seminary housing unit.
BE IT RESOLVED, that we thank God for His provision and pray for the resources to adequately maintain and repair existing campus facilities.
MSC to adopt.
9. BE IT RESOLVED, that we thank God for the continued provision of funds to operate our Schools.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Budget Analysis committee recommended subsidies of $220,252 for AFLTS and $346,706 for AFLBS be adopted.
MSC to adopt.
Rev. Allen Monson asked for an explanation of the difference in the amounts between the BAC figures and that of the resolution.
Mr. Nathan Dalager, Argyle, MN, said that the numbers match; there is no discrepancy.
Mr. David Nelson, Wheatland, IA moved
10. WHEREAS, the summer teams are invaluable to the promotion and recruitment of students for the Bible School and,
WHEREAS, the requests for them outnumber the resources available,
BE IT RESOLVED that consideration be given to contacting AFLBS alumni from each district to donate their time to visit congregations, respond to inquiries, and follow up with prospective students.
Rev. Terry Culler, Hagerstown, MD asked if the motion of Mrs. Nelson could be treated separately from resolution #7.
Election results of spare ballot #6 – (Committee #2 Resolution 7)
Yes 162
No 145
Resolution 7 was adopted.
Speaking to resolution 10
Rev. Don Vorhees said that a need exists to contact prospective students personally.
Recess
Rev. Elden Nelson, Rockford, MN, spoke to the conference about his future presidency.
Report of the Nominating Committee
Election of Committee # 2 (Schools) 2008 Annual Conference
Charles Allen, Calera, OK
Loiell Dyrud, TRF, MN
Rev. John Kent, Lakeside, CA
Rev. Rodney Johnson Stanley, ND
Ken Sletten, Duluth, MN
MSC nominations cease and to elect.
Returning to Committee # 1 Resolution 3:
WHEREAS, six congregations have joined the AFLC this year,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, we welcome each of these congregations:
Hope Lutheran, Detroit Lakes, MN
Acts 2 Lutheran, Wales, WI
Joy Christian Community, Fountain Hills, AZ
Christ Community, Hagerstown, MD
St. Matthew's Lutheran, Millerstown, PA
Grace Lutheran, Bensenville, IL
MSC to adopt.
Additional resolution from Committee # 1
21. WHEREAS we consistently see the hand of God at work through His daily provision for the various ministries of the AFLC,
BE IT RESOLVED that the Budget Analysis Committee’s recommended subsidy for the Co-ordinating Committee’s general fund of $661,435 be adopted.
MSC to adopt.
The report of the Schools Corporation Annual Meeting was presented by Mr. Loiell Dyrud, Thief River Falls, MN.
MSC to receive.
The report of the World Missions Committee Chairman was presented by Mr. Tom Caouette, Brooklyn Park, MN.
MSC to receive.
The report of the World Missions Director was presented by Rev. Del Palmer, Shakopee, MN.
MSC to receive.
The annual report of Partners in Missions Outreach was presented by Rev. Brian Davidson, Minneapolis, MN, PIMO Board member.
MSC to receive.
The report of the Home Missions Committee Chairman was presented by Rev. Richard Long, Arlington, WA.
MSC to receive.
The report of the Home Missions Director was presented by Rev. Paul Nash, Brooklyn Center, MN.
MSC to receive.
Recess