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THE PRESBYTERY OF NEW HARMONY
Seventy-third Stated Meeting – February 25, 2012 – 9:30 A.M.
Bishopville Presbyterian Church, Bishopville, South Carolina
The meeting was called to order and led in prayer by Moderator Henry McFaddin, an Elder in the First
Presbyterian Church of Sumter. The Stated Clerk determined that a quorum was present, and the
Moderator opened the meeting with prayer.
The following persons were enrolled for the meeting:
Forty ministers were present: Paul W. Abell, Jr., Michael R. Allen, Richard S. Andrews, Scott B. Andrews, Eugen Bach, Blair
Beaver, James Braswell, Daryle Bush, Judith L. Cettei, Franklin D. Colclough, Lisa Culpepper, Mark Durrett, Jody P. Foster,
Rodney A. Foster, Carnell Hampton, Christopher Handley, Garland Hart, William C. Hayes, A. Kyle Henderson, Kenneth Hicks,
Josie Holler, William J. Holmes, Jr., Frank Holsclaw, Ray Howe, Ernest Jackson, J. Lewis Johnson, Tom Langston, Jane
McElwee-Smith, Retha Nelson, Timothy Osment, John W. Parks, David Ruth, Dan Sansbury, Preston Shealy, Samuel Sparks, O.
Rhett Talbert, Emma W. Thompson, Robert Wilkes, Steve Wilkins, Gloria Williams.
Sixty elder commissioners were present: Bennettsville First – Richard Rogers; Bishopville – E. Tyson Eckley; Cheraw First –
Mary Jane Evans; Chesterfield – Kaye Rivers; Concord – Lee Warren; Congruity – Deloris Lesesne; Cousar Memorial –
Latishe Moses; Ebenezer – Sharon McCoy; Friendship – Darren Wilson; George Waldo Long Memorial – Robert C. Johnson,
Jr.; Georgetown – A. T. Quantz; Goodwill – Ruby Jean Boyd; Grandview – Betty Watson; Harmony – Freddie Nelson;
Hartsville First – Mellany Isom, Meg Norwood; Hopewell – Gretchen Huggins; Jefferson – James M. Pigg; John Calvin –
Steve McElveen; Kentyre – Marie Glenn; Kingston – John Dennis; Lake City – Theresa Graham; Latta – Marcia Bethea;
Loris First – Bridgett Fowler; Manning – Margaret B. Cooper; Marion – Al McIntyre; McBee – Robert DeFee; McColl First –
Larry Lee; McDowell – Edward M. Heins; Melina – Carolyn Walker; Midway – Daniel R. Harrington; Morton – Sheila
Outlaw: Mt. Lisbon – Deborah A. Wilson; Mt. Pisgah – Dorothy Samuel; Myrtle Beach First – Connie Barnard, Michael
Shelton, Milly Vaughn, Caren Whittier; New Bethel – Linda D. Hanna; New Harvest – Calvin Wilson; Ocean Drive – Deborah
Hill, Lee Thompson; Parkwood – Tommy Jackson; Pawleys Island – Ragan Ormands; Rocky Creek – Marsha M. Johnson;
Ruby – W. L. “Bill” Tarlton, Jr.; Salem Black River – W. A. “Billy” Dabbs; St. Pauls – Thomas Stasney; Summerton – T. I.
Walker; Sumter First – Jess Begly, Dan Spencer; Sumter Second – Corine I. Bligen; Swan Lake – Shawn Brennan; Tirzah –
John Raffield, IV; Trinity (Surfside) – Ray Spitz; Wedgefield – Fair Edmunds; Westminster (Alcolu) – Sheryl W. Davis;
Westminster (Florence) – Ken Araujo; White Oak – Nathan Johnson; Williamsburg – Mary Stockton.
Thirteen additional ex officio voting elder members present included: Administrative Council members Julie Cox (Associate
Executive), Lola Faye Craig, Ellaree Hampton, Henry McFaddin, and Frances Singleton; Program Council member Kelly Sloan;
Committee members Wendell Robinson and Pontheola Wilson; Certified Christian Educator Archie “Mac” McCall, Jr.; and
Commissioned Lay Pastors David Bessinger, Jim Bird, Jack Humphries, and Marshall P. Ivey.
Also in attendance were: Penny Arnold representing Presbyterian Communities; candidate Jane Osment; staff members: Linda
Borgman, Netanyia Samuel, Jason Steen; 33 visiting elders; and 9 other visitors.
Excused were six ministers: Annette Brewer, Ella Busby, Bill Byers, Tom Dendy, Barry Jenkins, Stewart Nickles; three
churches: Celebration, Indiantown, St. Paul’s; and candidate Francie King.
In attendance were 100 voting members and 48 other people, for a grand total of 148.
WORSHIP
Presbytery gathered for worship led by the outgoing Moderator, and Elder Frances Singleton, an elder
from the Second Presbyterian Church of Sumter was introduced as the Moderator for 2012. The Rev. Dr.
Gloria Jones Williams, pastor of the Second Church, preached the sermon on “Traditions, Patches,
Wineskins, and New Wine” based on Luke 5:33-39.
The host pastor and the retiring Moderator led in the celebration of the Lord’s Supper.
Elders of the Presbytery who entered the Church Triumphant during the year 2011 were remembered.
Following is the list of those who deceased and the names of the churches which they served:
Catherine M. Rogers – Bennettsville First
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Russell Tatum – Bennettsville First
Gloria Elias Ward – Bennettsville First
Virginia MacDonald – Carolina
Richard Plummer – Carolina
Henry Dewitte Chapman – Cheraw First
David Lee Strickland – Cheraw First
Edna Fincher – Concord
Grady Fincher – Concord
Mary Reid Newton – Concord
Willie Mae Pack – Concord
Walter Colclough – Cousar Memorial
James H. Jackson – Ebenezer
Robert Louis Ray, Sr. – Florence First
Dan Daniel – Lake City
Harry Rogers – Lake City
Russell Turner – Lake City
Randall Ernest Weitzel – Manning
Wilton Eskridge – Marion
Alberta Brown McNill – Marion
John S. McLeod –McBee
Thomas Allen Duke – Midway
James J. Howle – Morton
Minnie Juanita Gregg – Mt. Lisbon
Archie Dargan, Jr. – Myrtle Beach
Marion Myers – Myrtle Beach First
Norma Thompson – Myrtle Beach First
Beulah Butler – New Bethel
Hal Hoff – Ocean Drive
Fred Stanley – Ocean Drive
Margaret Huntley – Ruby
Julius B. Short – Patrick
Joseph C. Kirven – Sumter First
William L. Harritt, Jr. – Sumter First
B. Paul McCrackan – Sumter First
Henry Wells, Sr. – Westminster (Alcolu)
Willie Dvorsak – Westminster (Florence)
Elanora Winn Foxworth – Williamsburg
This list was gathered from information provided as part of annual statistical reporting as of January 31,
2012.
The following memorial was presented by John W. Dennis, Jr.:
REVERAND DONALD R. STIENS
Reverend Donald R. Stiens… husband, father, grandfather, friend, pastor… a man whose life offers proof
to us all of the influence of God. After all, how can a man go from a degree in Criminology at Florida
State University to eventually being honored with the title of Pastor Emeritus? Maybe we also might be
awed by the influence of a good wife because Don often gave Sandy the credit (or blame) for his later life
career choice. Let us remember that Don was not a young man when the Lord called him. At age 40, he
was an airline executive, flying back and forth to Europe, managing pilots and planes, living the good
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life… steak and wine in Paris, lobster in New York. But, as many of us in this room today can attest, God
sometimes has other plans, and His patience with Don was wearing thin, so He put Sandy to the task.
Don enrolled at Columbia Theological Seminary. The large house with a pool in the backyard was
exchanged for a small apartment, and the airline income ended as tuition payments started.
By 1986, Don had received his degree and his ordination, and he began his career in the service of our
Lord. The First Presbyterian Church of St. Mary’s, Georgia, was Don’s first charge. We at Kingston
Presbyterian Church called Don in 1994, and this began Don’s longest and final pastorate.
Meeting Don for the first time was like meeting a long lost friend. Perhaps this was because of the way
he greeted you, giving a sense that he already knew you. You were immediately his friend, and you were
forever his friend. His soothing voice gave you comfort, and his handshake gave you strength. Just
speaking to him was a joy and you could see the love of Christ in his eyes. I don’t believe I ever spoke to
Don that we didn’t laugh about something… he enjoyed being happy.
Don was made for preaching. I already mentioned his wonderful, deep, projecting voice, and when you
couple this with his large statue, his presence and his love of God’s word, well, you couldn’t help but
listen as he expounded upon God’s will for our lives. Don was made for preaching and he loved doing it.
Don was involved. I will not begin to try to give you an exhaustive list of the club s, organizations,
ministries, advisory councils, and groups that Don was involved with, but I tell you that when he passed
from this life, the entire community mourned. There were as many Baptists and Methodists at his
memorial service as Presbyterians. In the weeks that followed people would see me at a Sertoma Club
meeting or a ballgame, and they would mention how much they were going to miss Don. Don was
involved with our community because he loved people.
Don was a family man. We throw this phrase around too often, “family man,” but Don was the epitome
of it. Don loved his wife Sandy and it showed in everything he did. He lived his love for her, and no one
who knew him ever had ay doubt about his relationship with her. He loved his children and
grandchildren, and it seemed to many of us that every time he left Conway, he was heading to see them.
To hear him speak about them, you were led to believe that Don had the only perfect grandchildren in the
world. But that was okay because the way he treated and thought about his immediate family was the
same way he treated and thought about his people at Kingston. Don was a family man, and we were all
his family.
Don retired in August of 2010, and many of us sincerely believed that he knew he was not well. The
Session and our Interim Pastor Rhett Talbert requested that Don and Sandy allow Kingston to become
their church home so that we could better care for them as Don’s health got worse. They accepted our
offer. Then in October of 2011, the Session began the process of calling Don Stiens to be our Pastor
Emeritus. At our Presbytery meeting on October 11, the Committee on Ministry brought this motion
forward and you passed it. Our congregation ratified the appointment on October 16 and the Session, as a
body, visited with Don in the hospital the following week for prayer, laying on of hands, and the
presentation of the plaque denoting Don as our Pastor Emeritus. It was the first time I had seen Don cry.
Don’s funeral was held the next Tuesday.
The Reverand Donald R. Stiens, Pastor Emeritus of Kingston Presbyterian Church, was memorialized by
family and friends as a man who was loved, who did love, and who taught love through his words and
deeds. He was a minister of the Church, a proclaimer of the Gospel, a child of God, and an example to us
all. He now waits for us to rejoin him in Glory.
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The following memorial was presented by the Rev. Carnell Hampton:
REVERAND DOCTOR ROBERT ERNEST BLIGEN, JR.
Thanks be to Almighty God for the life and witness of His Servant Reverend Doctor Robert Ernest
Bligen, Jr., honorably retired Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Presbytery of New Harmony, who
entered the church triumphant on August 19, 2011
Dr. Bligen was born to a household of faith on September 11, 1933, to the late Robert Ernest and Mamie
N. Brown Bligen, Sr., on Edisto Island, South Carolina. He was the second of twelve children.
He attended Larimer High School which was a Parochial School of the Presbyterian Church. He received
his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Johnson C. Smith University, Charlotte, North Carolina, a Master of
Divinity Degree from Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary, and his Doctor of Ministry Degree from
McCormick Theological Seminary, Chicago, Illinois. He served two years in the United States Army
where he obtained the rank of Specialist E-4.
Throughout his life, Dr. Bligen was a strong witness to Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior. He deeply
loved his family, his Church, and his Lord. He served the church with distinction and fidelity. He was an
extremely effective pastor in the following churches he served: Trinity Presbyterian Church, Mayesville,
South Carolina, Bethlehem Second United Presbyterian Church, Oswego, South Carolina, Harmony
Elizabeth Presbyterian Church, Alcolu, South Carolina, and Second Presbyterian Church, Sumter, South
Carolina.
Dr. Bligen was a teacher, preacher, pastor, counselor, and theologian who rightly divided the Word of
truth. His administrative skills reflected his passion to do things decently and in order. He was truly a
servant of God. He was a faithful Presbyter serving on many committees and boards of the higher
councils.
He was a consecrated Christian and minister, true to his God, his country, his church, his wife, his family,
and his fellowmen. The world is richer because he lived, served, and died in the faith of the Lord Jesus
Christ. His wife, Mrs. Corine Bligen, said as a tribute to her husband that :
He was a builder, not a burden.
He was light, not darkness.
He was joy, not sorrow.
He was loving, not hateful.
He was real, not false.
He was an encourager, not a doubter.
He was peace, not confusion.
He was steadfast and strong.
He yearned for knowledge and wisdom.
The Reverand Doctor Robert Ernest Bligen, Jr., has fought the good fight. He has finished the race. He
has kept the faith. He has now gone to receive the crown of righteousness which the righteous judge will
award on that Day to all who have been faithful and to all who have loved his appearing.
Servant of God, well done.
Rest from thy loved employ;
The battle fought, the victory won,
Enter Thy Master’s joy.
The pains of death are past,
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Labor and sorrow cease,
And life’s long warfare closed at last,
Thy soul is found in peace.
Servant of God, well done.
Thy glorious warfare past;
The battle’s fought, the race is won
And thou art crowned at last.
The sacrament of the Lord’s Supper was celebrated and the service of worship was closed with the
benediction.
Following worship, the Presbytery was welcomed by the Rev. Ken Hicks, pastor of the host church.
Visitors and elders attending Presbytery for the first time were recognized and welcomed.
The docket was reviewed and adopted.
The Moderator appointed elders Dan Harrington of the Midway Church and Kaye Rivers of the
Chesterfield Church to serve as the Committee on Resolutions. She also appointed Commissioned Lay
Pastor Marshall Ivey of the Mt. Pisgah Church, and the Rev. Blair Beaver, pastor of the Ruby and White
Oak Churches, to serve as temporary clerks for the meeting.
COMMUNICATIONS
The following communications were received by the Stated Clerk and disposed of as indicated:
1. A letter from Dr. Howard Shockley advising the Presbytery that the Presbytery of
Mid-Atlantic, Evangelical Presbyterian Church, approved receiving into transitional
membership the McBee Presbyterian Church, McBee, SC pending their dismissal from New
Harmony Presbytery and fulfillment of EPC constitutional requirements was received as
information.
2. A letter from Gradye Parsons, Stated Clerk of the General Assembly sharing deepest
appreciation to the Presbytery for its full support for 2011 per capita apportionment was
received as information.
3. The minutes of the Administrative Commission to install the Rev. Dan Sansbury were
received as follows:
The Commission appointed by the Presbytery of New Harmony to install Daniel N. Sansbury as pastor of First
Presbyterian Church, Hartsville, met at 10:30 o’clock on October 30, 2011, at First Church. The meeting was
called to order by the Moderator, Frank Colclough, and he opened with prayer.
Present and constituting a quorum were Frank Colclough, Albert James, III, Dick Porter, and Pam Chapman.
Also present was corresponding member W. Judson Shaw of East Tennessee Presbytery.
Dick Porter was elected clerk. The Commission reviewed the procedure to be followed. A motion was adopted
authorizing the Moderator and the Clerk to approve the minutes.
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The Commission retired to the sanctuary for worship. The sermon was preached by Rev. Shaw. The
constitutional questions were propounded to the pastor-elect by Elder Albert James, III, and to the congregation
by Elder Dick Porter. The Moderator declared Daniel N. Sansbury installed as Pastor of First Presbyterian
Church, Hartsville, according to the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
A charge was given the newly installed pastor by Frank Colclough and to the congregation by Dick Porter. The
newly installed pastor, Daniel N. Sansbury pronounced the benediction and the Commission adjourned. The
minutes were approved by the Moderator and the Clerk.
Richard M. Porter, Clerk
Franklin D. Colclough, Moderator
4. The minutes of the Administrative Commission to install the Rev. Dr. Thomas Dendy were
received as follows:
The Commission appointed by the Presbytery of New Harmony to install Thomas Goldsmith Dendy as pastor of
Celebration Church met at 3:30 o’clock on Sunday, January 8, 2012, at Celebration Church. The meeting was
called to order by the Moderator, Rev. Steve Wilkins, who opened with prayer.
Present and constituting a quorum were Rev. Ella Busby, Rev. David Ruth, Rev. Steve Wilkins, Hal Stuckey,
and Lynn R. Bastian. Also present were corresponding members Dr. Robert Dendy, Sr., Rev. Steuart Link, and
Janie Pinkston, all from Coastal Carolina Presbytery.
Lynn R. Bastian was elected clerk. The Commission reviewed the procedure to be followed. A motion was
adopted authorizing the Moderator and the Clerk to approve the minutes.
The Commission retired to the sanctuary for worship. The sermon was preached by Dr. Robert Dendy, Sr. The
constitutional questions were propounded to the pastor-elect by Janie Pinkston Sutton, and to the congregation
by Rev. Ella Busby. The Moderator declared Thomas Goldsmith installed as Pastor of Celebration Presbyterian
Church according to the Constitution of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).
A charge was given the newly installed pastor by Rev. Steuart Link and to the congregation by Rev. David
Ruth. The newly installed pastor, the Rev. Dr. Thomas Goldsmith Dendy, pronounced the benediction and the
Commission adjourned. The minutes were approved by the Moderator and the Clerk.
Lynn R. Bastian, Clerk
Steve H. Wilkins
REPORT OF STATED CLERK
Presbytery of New Harmony
The Report for 2011
1. The Stated Clerk reports annually as instructed by the Book of Order, G-3.0301 the balance
of Ruling Elders and Teaching Elders attending Presbytery meetings in order to maintain
numerical parity. As of the first week in January 2012, there were 82 resident Teaching
Elders on the active, honorably retired, and member-at-large rolls of the Presbytery. Since
our churches are entitled to send 84 Ruling Elder commissioners to the meetings of
Presbytery and the Book of Order allows for Ruling Elders serving as Commissioned Lay
Pastors (there are 4 elder CLPs) to be counted toward the balance, the Presbytery meets the
requirement for numerical parity. This figure does not include other Ruling Elders who,
according to the Presbytery’s Standing Rules, are members of Presbytery by virtue of their
role as committee moderators or as members of the Administrative and Program Councils. I
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report that there is no action necessary to correct an imbalance in the number of
Teaching Elders over Ruling Elders.
2. While eleven of our churches have not yet submitted their annual statistical reports, currently
our membership total at the end of 2011 is 11,827. This figure represents a net loss of 433 in
the Presbytery’s membership. This continues a trend that started back in 2002 when our
membership was at 13,857. Our Vision Statement declares that by the year 2020 “the
Presbytery of New Harmony will be the fastest growing Presbytery in the General Assembly
because of the commitment of clergy and laity alike.” Many challenges confront us, yet we
have the mandate to “make disciples” and to move them from discipleship to apostleship. Let
us view this moment as an exciting time for New Harmony Presbytery as together we discern
the will of Christ.
3. The following churches had the highest numerical growth: Midway (15); FPC, Loris (8);
Bishopville (8); Georgetown (5); and Pawleys Island (5).
4. Statistical Information:
77 Congregations
1 Congregation over 1000
4 Congregations between 500 and 999
7 Congregations between 250 and 499
7 Congregations between 150 and 249
9 Congregations between 100 and 149
19 Congregations between 50 and 99
30 Congregations under 50
Gains
99
200
125
42
466
Baptisms: Children (115) Adults (18)
Professions of Faith 17 and Under
Professions of Faith 18 and Over
Certificate
Other
Total Gains
Losses
128
220
537
899
Certificate
Deaths
Other
Total Losses
5. The Minutes for the year 2010 have been approved without exception by the Synod of South
Atlantic. The 2011 minutes of the Presbytery have been approved by the Administrative
Council and will be available by request.
6. In order to comply with the Book of Order D-5.0206b, the following former members of the
Permanent Judicial Commission are eligible for service in the event that a quorum cannot be
obtained from current members: Elder Martha Hamilton and the Rev. Carnell Hampton from
the class of 2006; and Rev. Jody Foster, Elder Porter Stewart, and Elder Leroy Thompson
from the class of 2010.
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7. I want to express my thanks to the Presbytery for the opportunity to have served as your
Stated Clerk for the year 2011.
Rev. Dr. Franklin D. Colclough
COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
The Committee On Ministry reports the following actions as information:
1. Reviewed the status of pastors on the rolls of the Presbytery of New Harmony:
MINISTERS ON THE ROLLS OF THE NEW HARMONY PRESBYTERY
as of December 31, 2011 
Status
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
A
A
L
L
A
A
A
A
A
A(HR)
L
A
A(HR)
A(HR)
L
I
A
A
A(HR)
A(HR)
A(HR)
L
A(HR)
A
L
A(HR)
A(HR)
A(HR)
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
ABELL, JR., PAUL W. is honorably retired and lives in Sumter.
ALLEN, MICHAEL R. is pastor of the McBee Presbyterian Church.
ANDREWS, RICHARD S. is honorably retired and lives in Florence.
ANDREWS, SCOTT B. is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Bennettsville.
ARLEDGE, SUE K. is honorably retired and lives in Cheraw.
BACH, EUGEN G. is pastor of Kentyre and Latta Presbyterian Churches in Dillon County.
BEAVER, BLAIR H. is pastor of Ruby and White Oak Presbyterian Churches in Ruby.
BRASWELL, JAMES is a Member-At-Large serving as stated supply of Concord Presbyterian Church, Sumter;
a counselor in private practice, and lives in Florence.
BREWER, ANNETTE is a Member-At-Large and lives in Pageland.
BUSBY, ELLA F. is pastor of Goodwill Presbyterian Church, Mayesville.
BUSH, DARYLE is pastor of Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church, N. Myrtle Beach
BYARS, WILLIAM C. is pastor of the Patrick and Society Hill Presbyterian Churches in their locales.
CAULEY, KEVIN is pastor of Darlington Presbyterian Church.
CETTEI, JUDITH L. is pastor of Lake City Presbyterian Church.
CHARTIER, ART is honorably retired and lives in N. Myrtle Beach.
CHASTAIN, ROBERT is a Member-At-Large serving as stated supply at Hebron Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
CHEONG, TAE SU is pastor of Korean-American Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
CLARK, JAMES is honorably retired and lives in Effingham.
COLCLOUGH, FRANKLIN D. is honorably retired, serves as contractual Stated Clerk for the New Harmony
Presbytery, and lives in Sumter.
CULPEPPER, LISA B. is a Member-At- Large and lives in Florence.
D'ALESSIO, DAVID J. lives in Brownwood, TX.
DENDY, THOMAS G. is designated pastor of Celebration Presbyterian Church, Myrtle Beach.
DENNY, CHRISTOPHER F. in the process of transferring to Coastal Carolina Presbytery.
DICK, J. ASHBY is honorably retired and lives in Columbia.
DICKERSON, CAROL is honorably retired and lives in Pawleys Island.
DICKSON, JAMES P. is honorably retired and lives in Nichols.
DONMOYER, SNOW R. is a Member-At-Large and lives in Olanta.
DOUBLES, MALCOLM C. is honorably retired and lives in Laurinburg, NC.
DURRETT, MARK E. is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
FOSTER, JODY is a Member-At-Large serving as stated supply of Wedgefield Presbyterian Church.
FOSTER, RODNEY is honorably retired serving as Interim Pastor to John Calvin Presbyterian Church, and lives
in Sumter.
GIUNTOLI, THOMAS G. is honorably retired and lives in Summerville.
GULICK, ROGER K. is honorably retired and lives in Lookout Mtn., Georgia.
HAMPTON, CARNELL is honorably retired and lives in Sumter.
HANDLEY, CHRISTOPHER is associate pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Florence.
HANSEN, HOWARD is honorably retired and lives in Myrtle Beach.
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A
L
A
L
L
A
A
A(HR)
L
A
A(HR)
A(HR)
A(HR)
L
L
A(HR)
A(HR)
L
L
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
L
L
L
A
A
A
L
L
A(HR)
L
A(HR)
A
A(HR)
A(HR)
A
A
A(HR)
L
A(HR)
L
HART, GARLAND S. is pastor of Summerton Presbyterian Church.
HAYES, WILLIAM is a Member-At-Large and lives in Monroe, NC.
HENDERSON, A. KYLE is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Cheraw.
HICKS, KENNETH is a Member-At-Large serving as stated supply of Bishopville Presbyterian Church; is
employed by Automated Church Systems and lives in Florence.
HOLLER, JOSIE is a Member-At-Large and lives in Wedgefield.
HOLMES, JR., WILLIAM J. is pastor of the Presbyterian Church at Manning, and stated supply of SalemBlack River Presbyterian Church, Mayesville.
HOLSCLAW, FRANK S. is pastor of Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church.
HOWE, RAY A. is honorably retired and lives in Bennettsville.
JACKSON, ERNEST is a Member-At-Large serving as temporary supply of Congruity Presbyterian Church.
JENKINS, BARRY L. is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Florence.
JOHNSON, J. LEWIS is honorably retired and lives in Surfside Beach.
JOHNSON, THOMAS L. is honorably retired and lives in Spartanburg.
JONES, STANLEY W. is honorably retired and lives in Columbia.
JONES, JR., WILLIAM is a Member-At-Large serving as temporary supply of New Harvest Presbyterian
Church.
LANGSTON, TOM is a Member-At-Large serving as stated supply of Marion Presbyterian Church, works as a
counselor for Palmetto Health, and lives in Camden.
LASSITER, N. E. is honorably retired and lives in Spartanburg.
LEDBETTER, ROBERT is honorably retired and lives in Abita Springs, LA.
LEE, PETER T. is a Member-At-Large serving as a missionary in the Arab World.
LOWE, GARY is a Member-At-Large and lives in Myrtle Beach.
MACLIN III, ROBERT S. is honorably retired and lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
McELWEE-SMITH, JANE is associate pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
MOORE, JR., WILLIAM O. is honorably retired and lives in Longs.
NELSON, RETHA M. is part-time pastor of New Covenant Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
NICKLES, JR., A. STUART is honorably retired and lives in Cheraw.
OSMENT, TIMOTHY is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Loris.
PAGELSEN, CAROL is honorably retired and lives in Myrtle Beach.
PAIK, MYONG is a Member-At-Large, laboring within the bounds of Jeon-ju Presbytery, Korea. She serves as a
co-missionary, a supervisor for Korean Clinical Pastoral Education / Cross-cultural Family Counseling.
PARKS, JOHN W. is a Member-At-Large serves as part-time chaplain to Presbyterian Retirement Communities,
Florence Campus, temporary supply to Morton Presbyterian Church, and lives in Florence.
PRINCE, JULIA A. is a Member-At-Large and lives in Sumter.
RUTH, R. DAVID is pastor of Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, Kingstree.
SANSBURY, DANIEL is pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Hartsville.
SHEALY, PRESTON is pastor of the Trinity Presbyterian Church, Surfside Beach.
SPARKS, SAMUEL is a Member At Large serving as temporary supply to Melina Presbyterian Church, Gable.
STEVENS, AARON is a Member-At-Large laboring within the bounds of the Presbytery of Europe, in
cooperation with the Church of Scotland as pastor of St. Columba’s Congregation in Budapest, Hungary.
SWANN, DARIUS L. is honorably retired and lives in Virginia.
TALBERT, O. RHETT is a Member-At-Large serving as the interim minister of Kingston Presbyterian Church,
Conway, and lives in Murrells Inlet.
THOMPSON, EMMA W. is honorably retired and lives in Sumter.
THORNTON, THOMAS is pastor of the Murrells Inlet Presbyterian Church.
WEED, SHERROLYN G. is honorably retired and lives in Johnson City, TN.
WILKES, JR., ROBERT C. is honorably retired and lives in Myrtle Beach.
WILKINS, STEVE is pastor of Georgetown Presbyterian Church.
WILLIAMS, GLORIA is pastor of Second Presbyterian Church, Sumter.
WILSON, B. WILLIAM is honorably retired and lives in Easley.
WINT, JOHANNA is a Member-At-Large and lives in Kentucky.
YATES, III, BOWLING C. is honorably retired and lives in Conway.
YATES, JOAN S. is a Member-At-Large serving as chaplain in Agape Hospice, Conway, and lives Conway.
Key: A = Active
Retired
L = Member-At-Large
I = Inactive
HR = Honorably
2. Set the dates and locations to review the 2011 minutes of Sessions as follows:
Counties
Date
Location
Chesterfield, Marlboro
March 20, 2012
First, Cheraw
Horry, Georgetown
March 20, 2012
Murrells Inlet
Sumter, Lee, Clarendon, Williamsburg March 20, 2012
First, Sumter
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Florence, Marion, Dillon, Darlington
March 27, 2012
Presbytery Office
3. Approved, laboring within the bounds of the Rev. Henrietta Carmichael, minister member of
Coastal Carolina Presbytery, to preach twice monthly and administer the sacraments at the
McColl Presbyterian Church;
4. Appointed Elder Tom Aker as liaison to the PNC for the Kingston church (Conway);
5. Made the following moderator appointments for the following churches: Rev. Gary Lowe
(Friendfield), the Rev. Paul Abell (Mt. Zion), the Rev. Jim Clark (Hopewell), the Rev. Kyle
Henderson (G.W. Long), Elder CLP/CRE David Bessinger (Grandview, for three months),
the Rev. Scott Andrews (Pageland Second);
6. Approved the Rev. Chris Carlisle (Honorably Retired, Abingdon Presbytery) to be added to
pulpit supply list;
7. Dissolved the ordination and installation commission for Omar Hilton and New Bethel
Presbyterian Church, at the request of the commission;
8. Approved a Parish Associate relationship (until 12/31/2011) and Stated Supply relationship
(beginning 1/1/2012) contract between the Rev. Carol Pagelsen and First Presbyterian,
Myrtle Beach;
9. Concurred on the dissolution of the relationship between the Rev. Chris Denny and First
Presbyterian Church, Myrtle Beach, and dismissed Rev. Denny to Coastal Carolina
Presbytery, effective 10/15/2011;
10. Concurred with the request of Hopewell PC to dissolve the pastoral relationship between
HPC & the Rev. Dr. Bill Hayes, effective October 16, 2011, and added Rev. Dr. Hayes' name
to the Member-At-Large roster;
11. Endorsed Elder Darren Wilson (Friendship) to be enrolled in the CLP program;
12. Concurred with the request for honorable retirement of the Rev. Dr. Bobby Wilkes, effective
12/31/11;
13. Approved a 12-month continuation/extension of Interim Pastor Contract between the Rev.
Rhett Talbert and Kingston PC, Conway;
14. Approved the interim pastor contract between the Indiantown / St Paul’s churches and the
Rev. Lisa Culpepper;
15. Gave permission for CLP/CRE David Bessinger to administer the Lord's Supper at the
Chesterfield church sometime in January or February (date to be determined by Elder
Bessinger and Chesterfield Session);
16. Approved scholarship assistance for member-at-large to attend interim pastor training;
17. Approved request for waiver of terms of service from the GW Long church;
18. Examined and approved to present for ordination, Certified and Ready to Receive a Call
Candidate Jane Osment from Trinity Presbytery, to be ordained as a pastoral counselor to the
validated ministry of Coastal Samaritan Counseling Center in Myrtle Beach;
19. Approved the CIF for the John Calvin church and appointed the Rev. David Ruth as PNC
liaison;
20. Approved the Rev. Mike Berry (non-Presbyterian minister from Pawleys Island) to be added
to pulpit supply list;
21. Dismissed the Rev. Sherrolyn Weed to East Tennessee Presbytery;
22. Approved the Rev. Dr. Tom Dendy to moderate the Celebration Presbyterian Church Session
prior to his installation;
23. Approved the continuation of the following temporary relationships:
◦ New Harvest Presbyterian Church – the Rev. William Jones (Temporary Supply)
◦ Wedgefield Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Jody Foster (Stated Supply)
◦ Concord Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Jim Braswell (Stated Supply)
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◦ Melina Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Sam Sparks (Temporary Supply)
◦ Jefferson Presbyterian Church – Elder David Bessinger (CLP / Commissioned Ruling
Elder)
◦ Midway Presbyterian Church – Mr. Mike Lowder (Temporary Supply)
◦ Rocky Creek Presbyterian Church – Elder Farrar Griggs (CLP / Commissioned Ruling
Elder)
◦ Timmonsville Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Harold Adkins (Temporary Supply)
◦ Congruity Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Dr. Ernest Jackson (Temporary Supply)
◦ Salem Black River Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Dr. Bill Holmes, Jr. (Stated Supply)
◦ Bishopville Presbyterian Church – the Rev. Ken Hicks (Stated Supply)
◦ Friendfield Presbyterian Church – Mr. Johnny Deloache (Temporary Supply)
The following recommendations were adopted:
1. That, pending a successful examination on the floor and the preaching of a sermon,
candidate Jane Osment be approved for ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament,
to serve as pastoral counselor in the validated ministry of the Coastal Samaritan
Counseling Center in Myrtle Beach. (The examination was successful, including the
preaching of the sermon, and the candidate was approved for ordination.)
2. That the following ordination commission be appointed to preside over the ordination of
candidate Jane Osment, on Sunday, March 11, at the First Presbyterian Church, Loris at
4 p.m.
Teaching Elders:
Ruling Elders:
The Rev. Dr. Tim Osment (First, Loris)
The Rev. Dr. Ella Busby (Goodwill)
The Rev. Dr. Frank Colclough (Stated Clerk)
Teresa Moise (First, Loris)
Curtis Ford (Hopewell)
Frances Singleton (Second. Sumter)
Corresponding Member:
The Rev. Brenda Deily, First Presbyterian Church, Three Rivers/Centreville, MI
Guest member:
The Rev. Kathy T. Heustess – Executive Director, Coastal Samaritan Counseling Ctr., Myrtle
Beach.
3. Pursuant to G-2.1103b, COM recommends that Elder Mac McCall, Certified Christian
Educator and DCE for First Presbyterian Church, Cheraw, be granted the privilege of
voice and vote at all meetings of the Presbytery of New Harmony during his tenure of
service at First Presbyterian Church, Cheraw.
4. That the Presbytery concur with the request of the Reverend Dr. Bobby Wilkes, retired,
effective December 31, 2011, and that a service of honorable retirement be conducted.
5. That Presbytery approve the change in terms of call for ministers in the Presbytery as follows:
2012 Terms of Call Changes
Church
Minister
Bennettsville
Scott Andrews
Celebration
Tom Dendy
Cheraw
Kyle Henderson
*Salary&other
Income
X Manse
^ Housing
~ Other
856.00
P
296.00
1,219.00
-12,972.00
N
9,472.00
11,500.00
935.00
P
0.00
1,038.00
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*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
Darlington
Kevin Cauley
585.00
N
400.00
719.00
Florence First
Barry Jenkins
1,684.00
N
1,196.00
2,578.00
Florence First
Chris Handley
1,997.00
N
2,130.00
1,384.00
Georgetown
Steve Wilkins
3,229.00
N
0.00
1,264.00
Goodwill
Ella Busby
Hartsville, First
Dan Sansbury
0.00
N
0.00
240.00
61.00
N
0.00
-6,327.00
Kentyre/Latta
Eugen Bach
-312.00
P
0.00
142.00
Korean-American
Lake City
Loris First
Tae Su Cheong
Judith Cettei
Timothy Osment
0.00
1,528.00
0.00
N
P
N
0.00
458.00
0.00
0.00
-1,065.00
0.00
Manning
William J. Holmes, Jr.
2,782.25
N
-360.00
1,522.25
McBee
Michael Allen
0.00
P
0.00
0.00
Murrells Inlet
Thomas Thornton
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
New Covenant
Retha Nelson
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
Ocean Drive
Daryle Bush
0.00
N
0.00
2,060.00
Patrick/Society Hill
William C. Byars
0.00
P
0.00
0.00
Pawley's Island
Frank Holsclaw
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
Ruby/White Oak
Blair Beaver
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
Summerton
Garland S. Hart
0.00
P
0.00
0.00
Sumter First
Mark Durrett
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
Sumter First
Jane McElwee-Smith
0.00
N
0.00
0.00
Sumter Second
Gloria Jones Williams
3,500.00
N
0.00
0.00
Trinity, Surfside
Preston Shealy
338.00
N
0.00
106.00
Williamsburg
David Ruth
680.00
P
292.00
2,725.00
X = Manse- (P) provided or (N) not provided
^ = Includes: only line 2 of Effective Salary
~ = Includes: SECA, BOP, Auto Allowance, Professional Expenses and Moving Expenses(when applicable)
*
= will report at the Spring meeting of presbytery
COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
The Presbytery of New Harmony currently has six inquirers and five candidates. Please
continue to hold them in your prayers and consider inviting them to fill your pulpit.
INQUIRERS:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Vikki Brogdon (Manning), Union (Charlotte)
Emily Campbell (Marion), Louisville Seminary
David Hubbs (First, Florence), Erskine Seminary
Neely Lane (Hartsville): Union (Charlotte)
Amanda Maguire (Darlington): Pittsburgh Seminary
Eva Ruth (Williamsburg): Campbell Divinity School
CANDIDATES:
1. Omar Hilton (Goodwill): Graduate of Johnson C. Smith, Certified ready for call
2. Francie King (Manning): Graduate of Columbia, Certified ready for call
3. Andrew Ruth (Williamsburg): Duke Divinity School
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4. Lauren Scharstein (Darlington): Graduate of Columbia, Certified ready for call
5. Marc VanBulck (First Sumter): Graduate of Columbia, Intern in Arkansas
INFORMATION:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Accepted the resignation of Jim Bird and expressed thanks for his service.
Certified Omar Hilton as ready to receive a call.
Endorsed Lauren Scharstein’s application for PCUSA missions.
Approved Preston Shealy as TEF representative.
Received copies of the new CPM Handbook.
Discussed ways to help our students with the various ordination exams.
The following recommendation was adopted:
1. That Eva Ruth (Inquirer, Williamsburg) be admitted to the floor and pending
successful examination become a Candidate for the Ministry of the Word and
Sacrament under the care of New Harmony Presbytery. (The requirements
were met and she was added to the roll of candidates.)
Preston Shealy, Moderator
COMMITTEE ON REPRESENTATION
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
Appointments:
1. Liaison to consult with Nominating Committee – Angie Reames , and the Rev. Dr.
Ernest Jackson
2. Liaison to consult with Racial Ethnic Caucus – Joanne Pitts Grayson
3. Liaison to consult with Presbyterian Women – Pontheola Wilson
The following recommendations were adopted:
1. That the Nominating Committee be commended to ensure inclusive and effective
representation on the Administrative Council, committees, and program divisions.
2. That congregations and individuals identify and recommend to the Nominating
Committee young adults, racial ethnics and lay persons to serve on divisions and
committees of the Presbytery, and especially youth to serve on the Camping Division,
Education and Nurture Division, Worship and Spiritual Formation Division and
Self-Development of People Committee.
3. That the report of the Committee on Representation, including the membership
analysis of divisions, committees and councils be received as information.
A Membership Analysis of Presbytery Committees and Program Divisions for 2012
Clerg
Lay
White
Black
Asian
Other
Male
Female
Yout
h
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11 Administrative Council
6
3
7
2
0
0
5
4
0
10
Program Council
3
7
8
2
0
0
5
5
0
9
Camping Division
3
6
6
2
0
1
5
4
0
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Congregational Development Division
4
8
7
4
1
0
9
3
0
9
Education & Nurture Division
1
8
7
2
0
0
3
6
0
9
Mission Division
2
7
6
3
0
0
2
7
0
6
Worship & Spiritual Formation Division
4
2
5
1
0
0
4
2
0
16 Committee on Ministry
7
8
10
5
0
0
9
6
0
9
5
2
4
3
0
0
2
7
0
10 Committee on Representation
1
9
4
6
0
0
4
6
1
9
Nominating Committee
2
6
4
4
0
0
5
3
0
9
Judicial Commission
2
7
5
4
0
0
6
3
0
6
1
5
4
2
0
0
3
3
0
6
Evaluation and Long Range Planning
Committee
Finance Committee
1
5
5
1
0
0
5
1
0
6
Personnel Committee
0
6
5
1
0
0
4
2
0
6
Property Committee
1
5
5
1
0
0
5
1
0
3
8
5
6
0
0
7
4
0
43
105
97
49
1
1
86
62
1
Committee on Preparation for Ministry
11 Self-Development of People
TOTAL
GRAND TOTAL
-
-
148
148
148
Summary of analysis-2012
29% clergy and 71% lay people serving on Presbytery committees/divisions,
Administrative Council and Program Council (2% increase of lay over 2011).
66% white and 34% racial ethnics serving on Presbytery committees/divisions,
Administrative Council and Program Council (no change over 2011).
58 male and 42% female serving on Presbytery committees/divisions, Administrative
Council and Program Council (increase of 1% females over 2011).
Presbytery staff - 4 males, 6 females; 8 whites, 2 blacks. (Includes part-time/contracted
staff)
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
The following recommendations were adopted:
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The Nominating Committee wishes to place the following names in nomination to serve in the
positions as indicated:
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL:
Class of 2013 (Member at Large)
David Blackmon (Hartsville First)
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE:
Class of 2013
Shelby McCutchen (Williamsburg)
COMMITTEE ON MINISTRY:
Class of 2013
Dan Sansbury (Hartsville First)
COMMITTEE ON PREPARATION FOR MINISTRY:
Class of 2013
Avery Dickson (Cheraw First)
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMISSION FOR DISASTER RESPONSE:
Class of 2012
Todd Harms (Myrtle Beach First)
Class of 2014
Darren Wilson (Friendship)
COMMISSIONER TO 220TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY:
Alternate Minister Commissioner
Tom Langston (Marion)
SC HOME AT MONTREAT, NC BOARD OF TRUSTEES:
Class of 2012
Scott Andrews (Bennettsville First)
Special Order – 11:50 a.m. Mid-day Worship led and sermon preached by Jane Osment
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Special Order – 12:20 p.m. Report on Presbyterian Communities by Penny Arnold
Administrative Commission
to respond to the positive vote by the Darlington Presbyterian Church to “disaffiliate” from the
Presbytery of New Harmony and the Presbyterian Church (USA)
The congregation of the Darlington Presbyterian Church, at a duly called meeting on
January 8, 2012, voted in the positive to “disaffiliate” from the presbytery of New Harmony and
the Presbyterian Church (USA) (197 yes – 51 no). As the Presbytery Council was informed of
this vote, the council took action to establish an Administrative Commission, per the Presbytery
manual, consisting of the following commissioners:
Elder Tommy Cooper (Presbyterian Church at Manning)
Rev. Carnell Hampton (honorably retired)
Rev. Kyle Henderson (pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Cheraw)
Rev. Josie Holler (minister-at-large)
Rev. Dr. Bill Holmes (pastor, Presbyterian Church at Manning)
The Commission has met and has begun to determine a course of action. Rev. Kyle
Henderson was elected the moderator, Rev. Carnell Hampton the vice-moderator, and Elder
Tommy Cooper the secretary. The Commission has drawn guidance from the “Principles and
Processes for New Harmony Presbytery when Churches seek to Separate from Presbytery” and
has adopted the following four points to guide its work as stated in the last section of that
document (II. B). They are (as quoted):
1. The Presbytery (of New Harmony) recognizes that “the church” in a particular area is
not its building or financial assets, but the people of the congregation.
2. The Presbytery must be mindful both of congregation members who, for reasons of
conscience desire that their congregation be dismissed to another denomination, and
also those congregation members who wish to remain within the Presbyterian Church
(USA).
3. The best goal of presbytery negotiations with the congregations, when there is a
group that desires to remain within the Presbyterian Church (USA) and a group that
desires to be dismissed to another Reformed body, is to enable both congregations to
be as healthy as possible in the aftermath of separation.
4. In cases where a financial settlement is a part of a dismissal agreement between the
presbytery and a particular church, that settlement will be used to maintain or reestablish a mission of the Presbyterian Church (USA) in that locale, for new church
development elsewhere within the presbytery, or for other mission work of the
presbytery. (The commission put these three items of mission in descending priority
as read.)
As of this writing, the commission is asking those members of the Darlington
Presbyterian Church who wish to remain members of a Presbyterian congregation of the
Presbyterian Church (USA) to meet on February 19, 2012, at 5:30 p.m. in the chapel of the
Presbyterian Communities (Florence campus).
The Commission has also adopted the “Guidelines for Presbyterians to use during Times
of Disagreement” (adopted by the 204th General Assembly) and has forwarded these guidelines
to the representatives of the Darlington Presbyterian Church who will be in dialogue with the
Commission to resolve issues surrounding their vote of “disaffiliation.”
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The Commission humbly requests your prayers as we seek to do God’s will in response
to the Darlington Church’s desire to be separate from the Presbyterian Church (USA).
Submitted by
Rev. Kyle Henderson
Moderator
ADMINISTRATIVE COMMISSION TO CELEBRATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
REPORT TO
The PRESBYTERY OF NEW HARMONY
February 25, 2012
This new Administrative Commission was appointed by the Administrative Council of the
Presbytery of New Harmony, to work with Celebration Presbyterian Church, Myrtle Beach,
South Carolina. The work of and contact with and from the Administrative Commission will
continue, primarily as a liaison with and to the Administrative Council, as an advisory and
evaluative body regarding the designated pastor role, and as an evaluative and advisory body
concerning financial matters, including audit, quarterly reviews and reporting.
The Administrative Commission, comprised of Ella Busby, Chair; Lola Faye Craig, Donna
Poulton, David Ruth, clerk; Rhett Talbert and Fritz Vinson, held its first meeting on January 24,
2012, at the presbytery office.
At the meeting the following were discussed and/or action taken:
š the history of the Celebration Presbyterian Church was shared with new members,
š the motion adopted by the Presbytery of New Harmony at its November 9, 2011, was
reviewed: That the Presbytery of New Harmony make available up to $ 104,000.00
to Celebration Presbyterian Church, in 2012, as needed. There will be a review of
the financial situation at the end of the first quarter; proper reporting will be
communicated from the Session of Celebration Presbyterian Church to its
Administrative Commission. The Administrative Commission will submit reports
and requests to the Administrative Council.
š the financial requests, from Celebration, for January and February, 2012, in the amount
of $17,000 were approved.
š the Commission (3 members) will seek a meeting with the Celebration finance person,
Larry Dowd, and Dr. Tom Dendy.
The Administrative Commission noted the wonderful things that are happening at Celebration:
š The Installation Service of the Rev. Dr. Tom Dendy, designated pastor,
š increase in attendance and membership (10),
š wonderful and exciting worship,
š community activities and outreach and so much more.
One member of Celebration Presbyterian Church shared with considerable enthusiasm the work
and ministry in the church and community. She said, “We are so excited at Celebration; the
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energy is high; attitudes positive; and Tom has already brought a great sense of stability, hope,
and leadership to the Celebration family. God has truly blessed us!”
We, the Commission,
rejoice with and pray for them.
Ella F. Busby, Chair
David Ruth, Clerk
Presbytery Response Team for
McBee Presbyterian Church
Report to The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
The Presbytery Response Team for McBee Presbyterian Church submits this report to The
Presbytery of New Harmony with a sense of profound sadness upon the decision of the
membership of the McBee Presbyterian Church to be dismissed from the Presbyterian Church
(USA). In response to the July, 2011 letter from the McBee Presbyterian Church session to
New Harmony Presbytery requesting dismissal with property from Presbyterian Church (USA)
and New Harmony Presbytery in order to affiliate with Evangelical Presbyterian Church, the
Administrative Council appointed five representatives of NHP to begin consultation with the
session for the purpose of negotiating a peaceful and harmonious dismissal. The PRT consisted
of Teaching Elders, Lisa Culpepper, Moderator, Carnell Hampton, Kyle Henderson, Ruling
Elder Betty Anne Smith, all selected from within NHP and Ruling Elder Robert DeFee, selected
from McBee Presbyterian Church.
Following the Presbytery’s Principles and Processes When Churches Seek to Separate from
Presbytery, the PRT met and dialogued with the leadership of the congregation in order to
understand the reasons for separation, and to identify steps toward reconciliation. It was the
hope of the PRT that after engaging with the pastor and the session in a time of prayer,
discernment and conversation that the congregation would stay within the denomination that had
loved and supported her. However, upon listening and engaging in conversation with the
session, the PRT discovered that the congregation had prayerfully studied and discussed their
affiliation with the PC (USA) and had concluded that God was leading them toward dismissal
from the denomination.
A congregational meeting was held on January 15, 2012 in which the congregation voted 46/0 to
be dismissed from the PC (USA). After the vote, the PRT began to discuss favorable terms for
dismissal which would honor Jesus Christ and strengthen both the McBee congregation and the
presbytery. Included in the negotiations were the signed minutes from Pee Dee Presbytery dated
May 12, 1987 substantiating that the McBee Church had met the requirements of the Book of
Order(G-8.0701) and was exempt from the provisions of the Book of Order (G-8.0501 and G8.0502).
Therefore in cooperation with McBee Presbyterian Church who agreed to favorable terms of
dismissal on February 19, 2012 wherein dissolving her relationship with the Presbyterian Church
(U.S.A.) and New Harmony Presbytery, and acknowledging that the McBee Presbyterian Church
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-- has no outstanding contracts to which the PCUSA and/or New Harmony Presbytery are legally
bound,
-- has paid her 2012 per capita to New Harmony Presbytery,
--has been accepted as a transitional member of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Presbytery
of the Mid-Atlantic,
--has no loans or property titles on which the PC (USA) is listed,
The McBee Presbytery Response Team recommends that:
McBee Presbyterian Church be dismissed on February 29, 2012 with all her property
intact, pursuant to G-4.0208, Book of Order, 2011-2013, and that McBee Presbyterian
Church, pursuant to G-3.0303b BO, 2011-2013, be dismissed to the Evangelical
Presbyterian Church, Presbytery of Mid-Atlantic with the blessings and prayers of the
Presbytery of New Harmony for McBee’s faithful service to the Lord,
--and that the McBee Presbyterian Church close out her financial and membership books
as of the official date of dismissal, February 29, 2012 and file all reports required by the
presbytery for statistical recordkeeping working with the Stated Clerk of New Harmony
Presbytery,
-- and that all Session minutes of the McBee Presbyterian Church be sent within a six
month period to the archivist at Columbia Theological Seminary,
-- and that the McBee Presbyterian Church in accordance with the severance policy of New
Harmony Presbytery provide the Reverend Mike Allen six months’ salary, housing
allowance, ½ SECA, and Board of Pension dues
-- and that the New Harmony Presbytery Stated Clerk notify the Office of General
Assembly of the dismissal.
In addition, upon accomplishing the work asked of us, the Presbytery Response Team
recommends that New Harmony Presbytery Concur with our request to dissolve the
Presbytery Response Team for McBee Presbyterian Church, effective February 25, 2012.
New Harmony Presbytery is invited to a Service of Worship at McBee Presbyterian Church on
March 4 at 4:00.
Faithfully Submitted,
Rev. Lisa B. Culpepper Moderator
THE PRESBYTERY RESPONSE TEAM (PRT) FOR WESTMINSTER (FLORENCE)
REPORT TO
THE PRESBYTERY OF NEW HARMONY
February 25, 2012
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With profound regret, the PRT reports to New Harmony Presbytery that as of February 5,
2012, the Westminster Congregation voted 20 to 0 in favor of leaving New Harmony Presbytery
(PCUSA) in order to be joined to the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC), Mid-Atlantic
Presbytery. This vote followed a straw poll vote by the Congregation, also with total agreement
for dismissal.
Prior to the binding and straw poll votes, the PRT, as appointed by the Administrative
Council of New Harmony Presbytery, and comprised of Elder Larry Taylor (Westminster –
Florence), Elder BJ Kerr(Bishopville), Elder Charles Denny (Sumter First), The Rev. Dr. Ella
Busby (Pastor, Goodwill), and The Rev. Dr. Rodney A. Foster (Interim Pastor, John Calvin,
Moderator), met with the Session of Westminster regarding their letter to Presbytery requesting
dismissal to the EPC, and to review the procedure for such a request as adopted by Presbytery.
It was ascertained by the PRT, following due study and prayerful consideration by all
concerned, that the Session was in complete agreement in their request to be dismissed, and that
they believed the Congregation, also, was in total agreement. To that end, members of the PRT
monitored both straw poll and binding votes, and certify them both to be correctly reported.
By request of the PRT, the Presbytery of New Harmony furnished documentation (which
has previously been submitted) that declared that Westminster (Florence) held title to her
property, and had met the requirements of The Book of Order 2009/2011(G-8.0701) and that
they were also exempt from the provisions of the Book of Order 2009/2011 (G.80501 and G8.0502).
The Westminster (Florence) Presbyterian Church has agreed to favorable terms of
dismissal from New Harmony Presbytery and the Presbyterian Church (USA) effective February
29, 2012, pending the approval of New Harmony Presbytery. This agreement was made on
February 9, 2012, by the Session of Westminster (Florence) meeting in conjunction with the PRT
for Westminster (Florence). The Session certified the following:
* That there are no liens, or other binding legal contracts on property or possessions to
which the PCUSA or New Harmony Presbytery are legally bound;
* That Westminster (Florence) per capita will be paid to New Harmony Presbytery;
* That Westminster (Florence) has applied to be a “transitional member” of the
Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Presbytery of the Mid-Atlantic. The PRT has a copy of that
application in hand;
* That there are no loans or property titles on which the PCUSA is listed.
Therefore, the PRT for Westminster (Florence) recommends to the Presbytery of New
Harmony the following:
1. Westminster (Florence) be dismissed with her property intact on February 29,
2012, to the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Presbytery of the Mid-Atlantic.
2. Westminster (Florence) close out her financial and membership books as of
February 29, 2012, and file all reports required by the Presbytery of New
Harmony for statistical record keeping with the Presbytery’s Stated Clerk.
3. Westminster’s Session Minutes be sent within six months to the Archivist at
Columbia Theological Seminary.
4. That the Presbytery of New Harmony recognize the transfer of membership for
Elder Jim Bird from Darlington Presbyterian Church to Westminster
Presbyterian Church (Florence), as a condition acceptable to the Evangelical
Presbyterian Church for his continued leadership with the Westminster Church
(Florence).
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5. That the Stated Clerk of New Harmony Presbytery notify the office of General
Assembly when the dismissal is effective on February 29, 2012.
6. That on a date and at a time acceptable to the Session of Westminster (Florence),
a service of worship to the glory of God celebrating the life and ministry of
Westminster Presbyterian Church (Florence) be conducted.
Finally, the Westminster PRT recommends that New Harmony Presbytery
concur with the PRT’s request to be dissolved upon the completion of duties
and with the dismissal of Westminster (Florence) on February 29, 2012.
Respectfully submitted,
The Rev. Dr. Rodney A. Foster
Moderator
PROGRAM COUNCIL
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
Program Council met on Monday, January 23, 2012, at the Presbytery office and received as
information the reports from the following divisions: Camping, Congregational Development,
Education & Nurture, Worship & Spiritual Formation, as well as Presbyterian Women. A
summary of the reports and details of the various programs are available at the Presbytery office.
PROGRAM COUNCIL
DIVISIONS & ENTITIES
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
CAMPING DIVISION
For this reporting period, the work of the Camping Division has included information relating to
facilities upgrades, groups utilizing the retreat center, the summer camp theme, and upcoming
events to reach members of New Harmony Presbytery.
Facilities at Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center are continuing to be up-dated to meet the needs of all
members of New Harmony Presbytery. The Hassinger Infirmary has been totally remodeled. It is
now a handicap accessible cottage. It has three bedrooms, a living and dining area, and a full
kitchen and bathroom which are handicap accessible. It is ready for families, small church
retreats, or anyone just wanting to spend time communing with God’s creations.
First Presbyterian, Hartsville and First Presbyterian Cheraw churches gathered on November 5,
2011, for a joint mission project at camp. A new storage shed was built at the canoe lake to store
life preservers and paddles. Cabin Two was rewired and insulated. Remodeling of the bathroom
began on this weekend. Cabin Two will be ready for use by February 1, 2011. First Presbyterian
Cheraw painted the outside of the Hassinger Cottage and landscaped it with tea olives and
azaleas. They also assisted First Presbyterian, Hartsville in completing the storage shed.
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On October 8, 2011 Swan Lake Presbyterian Church Session members met for a session retreat
at Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center. First Presbyterian Church, Sumter gathered at Camp Pee Dee
Retreat Center for a weekend of fun on the challenge course. Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center
hosted several families for Thanksgiving lunch. From October to December 2011 the Camp Pee
Dee Retreat Center hosted sixteen user groups. If your church hasn’t signed up for a weekend at
Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center, call Jason Steen. He will be glad to assist you in planning your
stay.
At the present time the Camp Pee Dee Equestrian program has a total of ten horses residing at
the barn. Bonnie Lewis, Barn Manager, has fourteen youth taking lessons each week. In April
the Marlboro County 4-H Horse Club will have a Fun Horse Show for all 4-H members and
students at the Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center.
On December 8, 2011 the Camping Division changed the interim director position to that of
summer program director. Ashley Latimer will be responsible for the summer camping program.
Jason Steen will be responsible for all other user groups. The Division will be meeting with a
consultant from PCCCA to discuss programming.
The theme for summer camp will be “No Matter What-A-Love.” In the “No Matter What”
community, creation, humanity and promises of God’s love are united, creating a foundation
from which campers will begin each day. They will experience this through our relationship with
nature and witness God’s love through Jesus Christ in the work of the Holy Spirit. Ashley
Latimer has been busy planning a variety of activities which will reinforce the theme and provide
lots of fun. Camp brochures have been sent to churches and former campers. A copy of the
brochure can be found on the Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center website. (www.camppeedee.org)
The Division will have a retreat in March to work on updating the Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center
Long Range Plan. This plan hasn’t been updated in the last 10 years.
Upcoming Camp Pee Dee Retreat Events include: February 3-5 Middle School Retreat; March 910, Camping Division Retreat; and Open House on April 29.
The Camping Division and staff at Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center appreciate all the support and
volunteer work members of New Harmony Presbytery have given the Retreat Center.
Mary Jane Evans, Moderator
CONGREGATIONAL DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
The CDD continues to encourage and support congregations within the Presbytery who apply for
Aid-To-Field assistance. The committee encourages all churches in need of financial support to
apply. The application process has been streamlined to better serve the smaller congregations
who apply.
Thus far for 2012 the CDD has received Aid-to-Field applications from and made grants to
Society Hill Presbyterian Churches and Second Presbyterian Church, Sumter. We encourage
more applications where there is a defined need.
CDD continues to support the Acts 16:5 Initiative with the next formal gathering scheduled for
March 27, 2012, at Fraser Memorial Presbyterian Church.
CDD continues to encourage each congregation to take advantage of Mission Insite, a web-based
demographic tool, available free of charge to every congregation. This program is currently
underutilized, and more participation is encouraged.
CDD will continue to focus on issues of evangelism, stewardship and support for existing
congregations, as well as new church development in keeping with the presbytery's 2010-2015
goals and objectives.
Orby Ferguson, Moderator
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EDUCATION AND NURTURE DIVISION
The Education and Nurture Division continues to focus on varied events designed to meet the
many ages and interests represented in the Presbytery, as well as brain storm new ideas and ways
to strengthen current programs.
Significant in this programming is the annual Ephesians Event. The organized planning for the
2012 Ephesians Event by Avery Dickson, Lossie Matthews, and the Ministry Team made the
event quite successful, ,including 14 workshops. It was held at First Presbyterian Church,
Hartsville on January 28, 2012. This year’s event featured Dr. Rodger Nishioka who introduced
the theme with his keynote address “Making Disciples, Shaping Apostle”. The presence of Ten
Thousand Villages added complementary dimensions to the event.
Planning for Older Adult Events continues. More information will be coming soon.
The Youth Council has been meeting regularly, setting a schedule and establishing goals. Over
35 middle school, senior high youth and adult leaders attended the November 6, 2011, Youth
Rally at Lake City Presbyterian Church. The Youth Council continued its work with a
December 29 planning time at Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center to finalize details for the Middle
School Retreat scheduled for February 3 – 5, 2012, at CPDRC.
The Division’s endeavor, in partnership with the Congregational Development Division, the
Smaller Congregation Educational Initiative (SCEI), coordinated by Avery Dickson, is moving
along nicely.
As the New Year begins, the Education and Nurture Division looks optimistically to continuing
established programs and planning and implementing new ones asking God for grace and
guidance in our collaborative work.
The Division appreciates the members and churches across New Harmony Presbytery who have
supported our efforts, encouraged others to become involved, and gives thanks to God for His
guidance as we work and plan to glorify His name.
Kelly Boone Sloan, Moderator
WORSHIP AND SPIRITUAL FORMATION DIVISION
The Division of Worship and Spiritual Formation has met several times since the last Presbytery
Meeting. In addition to securing preachers and liturgists for Presbytery worship, preparing the
liturgy, and coordinating the service, the Division has been involved in a number of opportunities
for developing the spiritual life of congregations.
The Division expresses appreciation to everyone who prepared devotionals for the Forty Plus
One: Advent and Christmas Devotionals. Members from various churches in the Presbytery
and Presbytery staff contributed to this Devotional. The Division has received some positive
feedback from those who took this spiritual journey through Advent and Epiphany. Those who
have not shared how this resource has impacted their lives are invited to contact the Division
Moderator Garland Hart at [email protected] or 16 South Cantey Street, Summerton, S.C.
29148. The Division hopes your journey through these devotionals has deepened your
relationship with God.
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Several months ago the Division received a request from the Youth Council that youth be
involved in the planning the liturgy for Presbytery worship and to serve as liturgists during the
service. The Division accepted this request and welcomes youth participation in the planning
and leading of worship. The youth have participated in the worship for the Winter Presbytery
Meeting. The Division is grateful for this participation.
The Division has scholarship assistance for those in need of funds to attend conferences in 2012.
Applications need to be submitted to the Division for consideration no later than April 1, 2012.
The Division is planning a health awareness journey entitled “The Journey: Nourishing Mind,
Body, Spirit”. This will be a forty-day journey beginning in October. A manual will be prepared
to help us on this spiritual journey.
A health awareness resource available to us is Better Choices Better Health: Living Well in
South Carolina. This is a workshop for people with ongoing health conditions. It is funded by
the Administration on Aging and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Those
interested are invited to join a 2 1/2 hour Better Choices, Better Health Workshop, held each
week for six weeks. Participants learn from trained volunteer leaders with health conditions
themselves. Participants will also set their own goals and establish a step-by-step plan to improve
their health and life. Those interested can sign up with Carrie Sinkler-Parker 803-473-3182.
Garland Hart, Moderator
PRESBYTERIAN MEN
The Presbyterian Men had a very successful Fall Conference on October 16, 2011, at New
Harvest Presbyterian Church, Florence, SC. An outstanding presentation on “Fatherhood and
Family” was made by Randy Johnson of G.W. Long Memorial Presbyterian and George
Hampton of Goodwill Presbyterian Church. We wish to thank the men of New Harvest for
hosting this event. The 2012 Fall Conference will be held on October 21, and we will have a
second presentation on “Fatherhood and Family.” Additional information will be forthcoming
later in the year.
The 2012 Picnic and Golf Outing Event will take place on May 19th at Lakewood Links, Sumter,
SC. Registration information will be sent to the churches in early May.
Freddie Nelson, President
PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN
Presbyterian Women of New Harmony are gearing up for a productive year. Presbytery
Coordinating Team met Saturday, January 7, 2012 at the Presbytery Office. Vashti Davis,
Barbara Peterson, and Carrie Sinkler-Parker were elected as delegates to the 2012 Church-wide
Gathering of Presbyterian Women in Orlando, Florida. The Church-wide Gathering will be held
July 10-22. 2012.
Many of the PWC are actively doing activities that will enable them to meet their mission
pledges at the local, presbytery, synod and church wide levels. Many churches participated in the
Thank Offering in November. The Thank Offering supports programs that relieve pain, provide
clean water, alleviate homelessness, provide educational opportunities, promote health and
improve the lives of women and children throughout the world.
PW Spiritual Retreat was held February 4, 2012, at First Presbyterian Church in Florence, South
Carolina, The Rev. Jody Foster was the speaker. The theme for this event is “giving a Gift That
Lives on: Yourself”. The Annual Gathering will be held April 21, 2012 at Westminster
Presbyterian Church in Alcolu, South Carolina. Rev. Gloria Williams will be the speaker. The
theme is “Blessed Is the Woman Who Lives Her Faith”.
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Vashti Davis, Moderator
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
Report to
The Presbytery of New Harmony
February 25, 2012
The Administrative Council met on November 15, 2011, and on January 3, January 12, & February
7, 2012, and makes the following report to the Presbytery of New Harmony:
The minutes of the September 20, October 3, November 1, & November 15, 2011, and the January 3
& 12, 2012, Administrative Council meetings and the minutes of the Seventy-Second Stated Meeting
of Presbytery on October 11, and the Called Presbytery Meeting of November 8, 2011, were
approved as presented. Notes from the September 7, 2011, gathering with members of the
Administrative Commission for Celebration Presbyterian Church were also received as information.
Reports from the Camping, Congregational Development, Education and Nurture, and the Worship
and Spiritual Formation Divisions, as well as Presbyterian Women, were presented as information to
the Council. A report from Presbyterian Men was also received.
The Council approved requests totaling $ 15,000.00 (of the previously approved up to $ 75,000.00
for 2011) in late 2011, for Celebration Presbyterian Church.
The Council granted permission to the Board of the South Carolina Home at Montreat to contact
congregations seeking contributions of $ 100.00 per congregation to commemorate 100 years of the
Home.
The Council took action to dissolve the Camp Pee Dee Task Force with appreciation. The Task
Force has not met since late 2010. During its tenure, it recommended a name change for our facility
to Camp Pee Dee Retreat Center and articulated goals for CPDRC.
The Council reaffirmed its commitment to forward 100 % of per capita apportionments to the higher
governing bodies of the Church and to maintain its commitment to fund 100 % of the presbytery’s
mission partners.
Reports from the Part-time Stated Clerk and the Head of Staff/Associate Executive Presbyter for
Program & Administration were received, including information from the Educator Certification
Committee, updates on Mission Apostle (The Missional Network), and encouragement for the
application to the “For Such a Time as This” program for first-call pastors and congregations seeking
leadership.
The Council responded to the communication from the Office of the General Assembly of the
PC(USA) to amend the per capita invoice for 2012, due to changes in membership. (The calculation
for 2012 is based on membership reported as of December 31, 2010.)
The Council also received information regarding future meetings of the Presbytery, including:
š May 8, 2012 – Kingston Presbyterian Church, Conway, SC.
š October 8, 2012 – Melina Presbyterian Church, Gable, SC.
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Docket for the Seventy-Third Stated Meeting was received and approved.
Verbal reports were offered by Sub-committee Chairs and the Chair of the Executive
Presbyter/Stated Clerk Search Committee, and the following recommendations were approved:
1. That the Presbytery concur with the Administrative Council’s recommendation at the
request of the Board of Directors of the Presbyterian Agency for the Developmentally
Disabled (PADD) that Sunday, March 18, 2012, be declared PADD SUNDAY and that a
special offering be received.
2. That the Presbytery ratify the Administrative Council’s November 1, 2011, decision to
reconstitute and recommission the Administrative Commission to work with Celebration
Presbyterian Church. Members of the reconstituted Administrative Commission are:
Teaching Elders The Rev. Dr. Ella Busby (Goodwill), Chair; The Rev. David Ruth
(Williamsburg); The Rev. Rhett Talbert (Kingston); Ruling Elders Lola Faye Craig (FPCFlorence), Donna Poulton (Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church, Fritz Vinson (Georgetown)
Ruling Elder Henry McFaddin (FPC-Sumter) will serve an additional advisory member.
The Commission is focusing on the relationship of the Designated Pastor and the
congregation and is actively engaged in assisting the congregation with its financial
situation.
3. That the Presbytery ratify the Administrative Council’s January 12, 2012, decision to
appoint an Administrative Commission to meet with the Darlington Presbyterian and
resolve all matters resulting from the congregation’s vote to disaffiliate with the PC(USA).
Members of the Administrative Commission are: Teaching Elders: The Rev. Kyle
Henderson (Chair), The Rev. Carnell Hampton (Vice-Chair), The Rev. Josie Holler, and
The Rev. Dr. Bill Holmes; and Ruling Elder Tommy Cooper (Clerk).
4. That the Presbytery concur with the Administrative Council’s recommendation to amend
the presbytery’s policy on Gracious Dismissal to include the following:
A congregation in the Presbytery of New Harmony seeking to be dismissed from the
PC(USA) or to disaffiliate with the PC(USA) shall follow the Gracious Dismissal Policy of
the Presbytery of New Harmony, which was adopted July 2011.
Failure to follow the Gracious Dismissal Policy of the Presbytery of New Harmony may
result in the appointment of an Administrative Commission, which could assume original
jurisdiction of the Session in accordance with the Book of Order G-3.0303e.
5. That the Presbytery approve the Administrative Council’s recommendation to elect Ruling
Elders Barbara Ragin (Goodwill) and Grace Johnson (Congruity) to the Nominating
Committee, Class of 2014.
6. That the 2012 Proposed Operating Budget be approved on 2nd reading as revised by the
Council. (ATTACHMENT, page 34)
7. That the Purchase Request Approval limit for the Financial Secretary be temporarily
raised to up to $ 5,000.00.
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8. That the Presbytery concur with the Administrative Council’s recommendation that the
2012 compensation package be approved for Head of Staff/Associate Executive Presbyter
for Program & Administration, totaling $ 110,000.00 (including cash salary & benefits)
This increase is for assuming and continuing to perform additional duties since September
1, 2011; no additional compensation was arranged when these additional duties were
assumed, and no increase was previously proposed for 2012.
9. That the presbytery concur with the Administrative Council’s recommendation to approve
the overture to the 220th General Assembly of the PC(USA) from Pawley’s Island
Presbyterian Church. (SEE ATTACHMENT page 27)
10. That all actions of the council recorded in the minutes become the actions of the Presbytery.
Judy L. Cettei,
Moderator
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The Presbytery of New Harmony
2012 Proposed Operating Budget
2011 Budget
2012 1st Reading Budget
BUDGETED RECEIPTS:
Covenant Mission Giving
900,000
Per Capita Apportionment
159,714
Mission Partnership Funds
17,042
Camping Program Income
100,000
Transfers:
Candidates Scholarship
15,000
Fund
Church Extension Fund
60,000
Small Church Support/Redev
69,000
Fund
General Invested Funds
47,532
Interest Income
750
TOTAL BUDGETED
1,369,038
RECEIPTS
BUDGETED DISBURSEMENTS:
Mission Beyond Presbytery:
GA Basic Mission Support
177,918
GA Per Capita
81,679
Apportionment
Synod Basic Mission Support
12,566
Synod Per Capita
18,221
Apportionment
Presbyterian College
17,762
SC Christian Action Council
3,302
Presbyterian Retirement
40,571
Comm of SC
SC Home at Montreat
9,003
SC Campus Ministry
2,424
P.A.D.D.
15,300
Total Mission Beyond
378,746
Presbytery
Mission Within Presbytery:
Administrative Council
20,350
General Assembly Expenses
Presbytery Office
54,495
Nominating Committee
180
Committee on Representation 180
Judicial
200
Committee on Ministry
23,950
Committee on Preparation
15,000
Program Council:
1,000
Camping
285,550
Education and Nurture
27,496
Congregational Development
150,950
Mission
19,000
Worship and Spiritual
6,550
Formation
Presbyterian Men
1,000
Total Program Council
491,546
Salaries and Benefits
384,391
Total Mission Within
990,292
Presbytery
TOTAL BUDGETED
1,369,038
DISBURSEMENTS
Gain from Reduction of Meeting Travel
Expenses
NET RECEIPTS
(DISBURSEMENTS)
Proposed Changes for 2nd
Reading
$ Change
% Change
859,689
157,418
15,964
106,981
750,000
157,418
15,964
130,000
(109,689)
23,019
-12.19%
0.00%
0.00%
23.02%
16,100
16,100
-
0.00%
60,000
69,000
60,000
69,000
-
0.00%
0.00%
47,532
750
1,333,434
47,532
750
1,246,764
(86,670)
0.00%
0.00%
-6.33%
183,256
81,284
183,256
81,284
-
0.00%
0.00%
12,260
17,777
12,260
17,777
-
0.00%
0.00%
18,295
3,401
41,788
18,295
3,401
41,788
-
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
9,273
2,497
15,759
385,590
9,273
2,497
15,759
385,590
-
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
15,651
5,000
54,375
225
150
200
23,250
18,100
1,000
286,953
30,302
139,450
20,000
7,500
15,651
5,000
54,375
225
150
200
21,300
16,600
1,000
262,996
20,452
105,050
12,000
4,100
(1,950)
(1,500)
(23,957)
(9,850)
(34,400)
(8,000)
(3,400)
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-8.14%
-10.00%
0.00%
-8.39%
-35.82%
-22.79%
-42.11%
-51.91%
1,000
486,205
344,688
947,844
787
406,385
344,688
864,574
(213)
(79,820)
(83,270)
-21.30%
-16.24%
0.00%
-8.41%
1,333,434
1,250,164
(83,270)
-6.08%
3,400
3,400
-
-
-
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SYNOD OF SOUTH ATLANTIC
Elder Gerden Clark, who served as a commissioner to the latest meeting of the Synod of South
Atlantic, reported to Presbytery on the items presented at that meeting.
Presbyterian Agency for the Developmentally Disabled (PADD)
Presbytery Report
February 25, 2012
Information
1. The current members of the PADD volunteer Board of Trustees are: Betty Lou Barclay, Frank
Colclough, Dot Johnson, Chris Handley, Frank Holsclaw, Anna Kearns, Ella Busby, Ashley Lowry and
Bob Kearns. PADD is searching for individuals with a heart for a ministry to the disabled to serve three
year terms on the Board of Trustees. Individuals should contact Bob Kearns, Chair, for further
information.
2. This August PADD will celebrate its fifth year of operation. Thanks be to God for continuing to guide
and bless this ministry. PADD currently has 5 women living in the home under the watchful eyes of a
dedicated staff on duty 24/7. All of the residents are working in volunteer or paid positions in the
community and are active in local church and social activities. There is an opening for 1 additional
resident. Please contact PADD for information.
3. PADD’s Licensed Administrator, Kimberly Matthews, will celebrate her four year anniversary of
employment with PADD in February. Kimberly’s faith and love for our residents continues to inspire her
staff, residents, and their families. The Board of Trustees is grateful for her dedication.
4. The second community wide “Pedal for PADD” was held to raise funding and awareness for PADD.
This bike rally will become an annual event. Thanks to the friends who planned, sponsored and managed
the rally.
5. PADD is dependent upon donations to support the ongoing ministry. Please know that this ministry
would not be possible without your financial assistance, love and prayers. On behalf of the Board of
Trustees, our staff, our residents and their families…thank you.
Submitted by:
Robert W. Kearns
Chair: PADD Board of Trustees
January 12, 2012
RESOLUTIONS
Whereas, we give thanks to the Bishopville Presbyterian Church for graciously opening their
doors to host the 73rd Stated Meeting of New Harmony Presbytery, and for their hospitality,
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Whereas, we give thanks for Elder McFaddin and his year of service as Moderator, and for Elder
Francis Singleton, newly elected Moderator and her willingness to serve,
Whereas, we have been uplifted by the inspired preaching of God’s Word by Dr. Gloria
Williams and candidate Jane Osment, giving thanks for them,
Whereas, we give thanks to God for the lives and services by those elders who entered the
Church Triumphant, and for the lives and services of Rev. Robert Bligen, Jr., and Rev. Donald
Robert Stiens,
Whereas, we give thanks for the continuing ministering of Jane Osment and her approval for
Ordination as Minister of Word and sacrament and acceptance of Eve Ruth as a candidate,
Whereas, we give thanks for Dr. Bobby Wilkes and his life of service to our Lord Jesus Christ
and this Presbytery and we rejoice with him in his retirement,
Whereas, we give thanks for the Committees of the Presbytery and their detailed reports,
Whereas, we give thanks for McBee and Westminster of Florence Churches, it is with mixed
emotions and saddened hearts to release them to Evangelical Presbyterian Mid-Atlantic
Presbytery,
Therefore, be it resolved that the Presbytery of New Harmony give thanks to God for the work
and worship of this body here today and for all that He has given to us. All glory, honor, and
praise be given to God in all that we do and say.
ADJOURNMENT
Following a time of requests for special prayer, the Moderator adjourned the meeting with prayer
at 4:54 p.m.
The next stated meeting will be held at Kingston Presbyterian Church, Conway, SC, on Tuesday,
May 8, 2012, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Franklin D. Colclough
Stated Clerk
Richard S. Andrews
Recording Clerk