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Scripture reading 1 Peter 4:10 Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.

Prayer

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Annual Congregational Meeting

January 19, 2014

AGENDA Call to Order President David Anderson Opening Prayer Pastor Weitzel Review & Approval of Minutes Enclosed: Jan 27, 2013 – Annual Meeting May 5, 2013 – Elections Meeting Dec 8, 2013 – Capital Campaign Mtg Pastor’s Report Enclosed Membership Statistics Enclosed Introduction of Staff 5-Year Strategic Plan (completed) Enclosed President’s Report Enclosed Day School Director’s Report Enclosed Music & Worship Director’s Report Enclosed Financial Reports Enclosed Ministry Reports Enclosed New Business: Motion from Council: Move to Fiscal Year July 1-Jun 30 Motion from Council: 2014 Ministry Spending Plan (6 mos) Enclosed Election to Audit Committee: Ray Roy (3 yr term) Other Business Adjournment

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Congregational Meeting Minutes Page 5 STAFF & OFFICERS Pastor’s Report Page 8 Membership Statistics Page 10 Five Year Plan (completed) Page 11 President’s Report Page 13 Day School Director's Report Page 14 Music & Worship Director's Report Page 16 MINISTRIES Congregational Care Committee Page 18 Education Committee Page 20 Finance Committee Page 22 Lutheran World Relief Page 23 Outreach Committee Page 24 Property Committee Page 25 Stewardship Page 26 Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Page 27 Wedding Coordinators Page 27 Women of the ELCA (WELCA) Page 28 Worship & Music Team Page 29 FINANCES Financial Secretary’s Report Page 33 Treasurer’s Report Page 34 2014 Spending Plan (6 mos.) Page 44 Why We Give Page 49

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING MINUTES

GSL Annual Meeting Minutes January 27, 2013

Call to Order: Claudia Adkins, Council President, called the meeting to order at 12:20pm. Many more than a quorum of 28 members was present. Opening Prayer: Pastor Weitzel led the prayer. Review and Approval of the Minutes: The minutes were reviewed from the February 19, 2012, Annual Meeting. A motion to approve the minutes carried. Pastor’ Report: Pr. Weitzel reported that although renewal has had an effect on us as a congregation, it is still not complete. A major component for renewal is the 5-year Strategic Plan begun in September that is being fleshed out by the Church Council. The stabilization of our finances in 2013 is critical. The 2013 Spending Plan does not support a full time pastor, and the biblical call to faithfulness and tithing are key to accomplishing our goals. It is also important for us to understand that no church or ministry renews without full member participation. Too few are involved in ministry on behalf of the many, and the work is killing the few. That pattern has the potential of crippling our renewal and future ministries. All must work together to do what God calls us to do. At the same time, God calls us to explore how we might do things differently in order to grow our church. Pr. Weitzel noted how privileged he is to work with congregation and staff. Membership Statistics: As of January 1, 2012, Good Shepherd had a baptized membership of 265. Additions during the year included 8 by baptism and 17 by affirmation of faith. Removals included 2 by death and 8 by transfer. As of December 31, 2012, the church’s baptized membership was 280 and associate membership increased from 9 to 11. Average worship attendance was 111. 5-Year Strategic Plan (in process): The first draft is to be fleshed out further by the Council who is seeking input and specifics from the congregation. President’s Report: Claudia Adkins, Council President, reported that the year was filled with opportunities for reflection and identification of ways to meet the considerable challenges facing our congregation. She thanked Church Council and Pr Weitzel for their leadership, commitment, and time devoted to the renewal process and the affairs of the church. Financial Reports: Debbie Oxley reviewed the reports with the congregation. A motion to approve the 2012 Financial Reports was seconded and carried. Committee Reports: Florie Reber, Director of the Day School, reported on the school’s amazing potential and vision she had for it when she was hired as director. The gift of a loan to the school used to renovate the classrooms and playground has moved the school to

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become recognized as one of the best in Hillsborough County. Many early childhood educators are looking to the school, its curriculum, and philosophy as a model. An upcoming goal is to finish the north side wing, and an evening formal auction as a fundraiser is to be held April 13, 2013. She is currently soliciting for auctions contacts. New Business: Approval of Proposed Constitutional Changes – A motion to approve the changes was seconded and carried. Approval of New Bylaws – Pr. Weitzel noted a correction in the number of those on the Nominating Committee on page one – from four to six – in order to agree with the Constitutional provision on this committee.. A motion to approve the New Bylaws was seconded and carried Election of the Nominating Committee: The slate includes Neyomi Duncan, Scott Eliason, Roy Smith, Pat Zambito, Laurie Daigle, and Stan Leeland. The slate was elected. Election of the Auditing Committee: Louise Knecht (3 year) and Scott Daigle (2 year) were elected. Other Business: none Adjournment: Claudia Adkins adjourned the Annual Meeting a 1:13pm. Respectfully submitted. Pat Zambito Council Secretary

GSL Election Meeting Minutes

May 5, 2013 Call to Order: David Anderson, Council President, called the meeting to order at 10:50am. A quorum of members was present Agenda: Only one item, election to Church Council and the Finance Committee Motion from the Nominating Committee: FINANCE COMMITTEE: 3 persons 1 year, 1st term Terri Mackley 2 year, 1st term CJ Keel 3 year, 1st term Ray Roy

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CHURCH COUNCIL President & Chair of Finance – Dave Anderson Vice President & Chair of Day School Bd – Heather Dean Secretary – Pat Zambito Financial Secretary & Chair of Stewardship – Claudia Adkins Chair of Congregational Care – Rachel Miller Chair of Education – Kristen Chittenden Chair of Outreach – Russ Merriman Chair of Property – Mark Mackley Chair of Social Ministry – Michelle Eliason Chair of Worship & Music – Aimee Gravelle (Note: The Treasurer will be appointed at the first meeting of the new Council in June) Motion passed: After candidates were introduced. Unanimous voice vote. Meeting Adjourned: At approx. 11 am. Respectfully submitted Pat Zambito Council Secretary

GSL Capital Campaign Meeting Minutes December 8, 2013

Call to Order: David Anderson, Council President, called the meeting to order at 10:50am. There were 43 voting members were present. Agenda: Only one item, motion below from the Church Council. Motion from the Church Council: That a Capital Campaign run by Impact Stewardship be authorized for the dual purpose of raising funds for building improvement and for the next pastorate. A FAQs sheet on the Capital Campaign with a list of Building Improvement needs was distributed. Discussion lasted about 30 minutes. Motion passed: by show of hands, 27 for and 16 against. Meeting adjourned. At approx. 11:25 am Respectfully submitted Pat Zambito Council Secretary

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STAFF & OFFICERS

PASTOR’S REPORT - 2013 When we look back to 2013 in the future, I believe we will see that this year was a major turning point in our ministry. Among the significant things that happened: • The Five Year Strategic Plan with its many forward-looking and outreach-oriented goals

was completed and initiated. This should help us greatly in the process of searching for a permanent pastor.

• A new constitution and bylaws was adopted that set up a new organizational structure to insure greater accountability and greater participation of members in the future.

• A full Church Council was elected and took office June 1 for a three year period before another election occurs.

• Fully functioning committees were set back in place under the new structure, and they immediately began generating wonderful ministry and terrific new ideas.

• Among the major new ideas was a highly successful Octoberfest in the fall as a joint school and church project that brought nearly 300 people to our campus.

• Also new was the highly successful Outdoor Christmas Card display on our front lawn that was also a joint school and church project that involved many, many people.

• Ending the year, the church was probably more beautiful than it had ever been at Christmas, and attendance at Christmas Services again included so very many people from the community, which is a sign that our outreach efforts are having some impact.

• Finally, the congregation voted in December by nearly two thirds to engage in a dual purpose Capital Campaign for: 1.Building Improvements and 2. Saving for a new pastor. This was truly a vote for the future of our congregation. Impact Stewardship, who ran our last very successful capital campaign in 2002, will lead our campaign again, with each dollar raised being evenly divided between the two purposes stated.

Not all news was good news in 2013. I had to notify the congregation in August that giving patterns were not what they should be in order to get us soon to a permanent pastor. In many ways, that trend led directly to the decision to enter into a Capital Campaign, because it was clear to the leadership of the congregation that we would not otherwise get to the call process for a new pastor based upon those giving trends. While this seems counterintuitive to many, it has been my personal experience in my ministry that capital campaigns always have a positive impact on regular offerings. That too has been the experience and advice of Impact Stewardship who so successfully ran our 2002 campaign, raising $800,000. The time for holding back and uncertainty is past, even as one of our own members challenged us back in October at the introduction of the Capital Campaign. We are focused forward now. What was behind is behind. The future is within our grasp. It’s time to grasp it and embrace it and get on board with the excitement that is being generated with the many

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many new and positive things that have begun this past year. All those good things are clear signs of God’s blessing on our efforts and our planning. GOD IS LEADING US!! God is blessing us!! And the Holy Spirit is churning up new ideas and creative new things at every turn now. Let the blessings keep on coming! Let us all draw near to God and pray for his continued blessing and guidance. Then let us follow him in faithfulness into the future that he lays out for us. Thank you for your partnership in the gospel. The Rev. Thomas L. Weitzel Interim Pastor

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MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS – 2013 Jan 1 Baptized Membership 280 Additions By baptism +1 By affirmation of faith +3 Removals By death -4 By transfer -8 ______ Dec 31 Baptized Membership 272 Jan 1 Confirmed Membership 222 Additions +3 Deletions -9 ______ Dec 31 Confirmed Membership 216 Jan 1 Associate Membership 11 Additions 0 Removals 0 ______ Dec 31 Associate Membership 11 Average Worship Attendance 94 TRENDS Baptized Membership 2012: 280 2011: 265 2010: 493 2009: 462 2008: 462 Average Worship Attend. 2012: 111 2011: 125 2010: 155 2009: 150 2008: 150

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5 YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN 2013-2018 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Tampa, FL 13 May 2013 OUR DISCERNMENT & PLANNING ARE ROOTED IN THIS PRINCIPLE: All current & future members of Good Shepherd being faithful and close to God by: • Putting God first • Seeking & Doing God’s Will • Worshiping Weekly • Praying Daily • Studying & Knowing God’s Word • Loving & Serving Others • Tithing Thankfully • Sharing the Gospel • Participating at Church • Repenting Unfaithfulness

SPIRITUAL EMPHASIS 1. Expand Bible study opportunities 2. Teach and model discernment as a regular Christian activity 3. Encourage more involvement in worship and music roles 4. Hold Annual Discernment Days for reflection on the mission of the church 5. Develop guided meditation opportunities CONGREGATION 6. Develop greater unity/cohesiveness in congregation 7. Develop small groups for social and bible study, home-based (Cottage Groups) 8. Encourage talents-based ministry development 9. Expand volunteer coordination 10. Spread volunteer base - encourage involvement - motivate 11. Expand preschool days at worship to

include activities, food, etc. for kids and adults 12. Develop fellowship type activities related to themes, seasons, etc. 13. Develop a phone tree 14. Develop text-based phone communication for promoting activities 15. Get a van for congregational and outreach transportation needs 16. Move current multiple software into one unified software for church and preschool 17. Design & sell Good Shepherd polo shirts with our shepherd logo for members 18. Develop security systems and security procedures for a safe church & preschool NEW PEOPLE 19. Emphasize mission outside the church in all ministries 20. Help members become more invitational 21. Advertise continually through brochures, direct mail, internet (Craig’s List, Creative Loafing, etc), newspaper, TV and radio 22. Change sign on Dale Mabry from changeable letters to electronic imaging 23. Develop church Facebook page - link to Four Square 24. Find ways to connect with new move-ins (like Welcome Wagon) 25. Develop live streaming for worship services 26. Have regular Beach parties, worship, picnic, etc. 27. Get new members plugged in 28. Assign new members to a Shepherd and a Cottage Group 29. Develop different worship opportunities as outreach 30. Develop a Speakers Series, to include technology, cooking, books, music 31. Maintain and promote a quality Concert

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Series 4 times per year BEING NEIGHBOR 32. Neighborhood picnics and more neighborhood activities 33. Have all groups in the cong. reflect on "What kind of neighbor are we?" 34. Church more involved in community & community events 35. Connect with other non-profits (Habitat, Paint Your Heart Out, etc) 36. Advertise availability of church space for community events/meetings 37. Monthly Farmer's/Flea Market 38. Community garden out front, esp. for condos in our block 39. Carol in the neighborhood at Christmas YOUTH & CHILDREN 40. Advertising geared to children/youth 41. Put up Basketball courts in parking lot 42. Create youth space in Fellowship Hall 43. Paint games on parking lot for young kids 44. Sponsor scout and youth leagues 45. Youth chat groups/topics through church Facebook page 46. Sponsor regular mission trips inside and outside the U.S. for youth 47. Develop after school program (music emphasis?) 48. Expand autism ministry 49. Develop tutoring program 50. Develop age-specific programing for children/youth 51. Involve university students as interns for youth program leadership 52. Match all youth with senior members of our church as mentors PRESCHOOL MINISTRY 53. Continue quarterly visits of preschool kids & parents in Worship & Children’s Church 54. Include 4-year-old Graduation in

Sunday worship. 55. Advertise church events and activities to pre-school parents. 56. Match each child with a church member for exchange of cards and visits, etc. 57. Encourage sharing of talents of church members with preschool (like “Great American Teach-In). 58. Encourage church volunteers to work with parent volunteers for preschool events/activities. 59. Include church members in preschool outings and fun days. SINGLES MINISTRY 60. Sponsor singles spiritual events, like bible studies, prayer meetings, and retreats. 61. Sponsor singles social events like karaoke night, kayaking, outdoor events, etc. 62. Advertise singles ministry events in community and at MacDill AFB. OUR PROPERTY RESOURCE FOR MINISTRY 63. Make sure that our spaces are cleaned up and welcoming 64. Schedule major house-cleaning to open up storage and eliminate eyesores 65. Create new storage space 66. Develop a priority list for property repair projects and their financing 67. Develop capital campaigns for smaller needs 68. Remodel church bathrooms, add bathroom upstairs in the education wing 69. Update sanctuary carpeting, pew pads, paint to be warm. Inviting, worshipful 70. Remove mold from outside building, paint as necessary 71. Repair porch of church 72. Purchase a new organ for the sanctuary 73. Fix acoustics in Driscoll Hall to make less live

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CONGREGATION PRESIDENT’S REPORT This past year was a transitional one for Good Shepherd filled with many changes, challenges and opportunities. Key events of the year are outlined below: • A new constitution and organizational plan was approved by the Congregation in

January 2013. • A five year strategic plan was implemented which will guide our growth and ministry. • A new congregational council was installed in June 2013. The council year will now run

June to May. • A new committee system based upon our new organizational plan was implemented in

June 2013. • Our music director, Jennifer Quinones, resigned to pursue an employment opportunity

in Virginia. She will be greatly missed. Our music and worship committee worked diligently to fill our music needs. As a result of their efforts we welcome Jonathan Hehn as our new Music Director. He assumed his role in January 2014.

• In December a dual purpose Capital Campaign led by Impact Stewardship was approved by the Congregation. The Campaign’s purpose will be to renovate/improve our property/buildings, and to improve our financial position allowing us to call a new pastor.

I am optimistic about what the future holds for Good Shepherd. I want to thank all council members for their service and dedication, and the congregation for their trust and faithfulness. Respectfully submitted, David Anderson

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DAY SCHOOL DIRECTOR’S REPORT Good Shepherd Day School experienced many positive changes during 2013 that helped to continue improvements to the service provided to the children and their families. Among the most outstanding was learning that the University of South Florida had designated Good Shepherd Day School as being the premier learning center in the Tampa Bay Area and requesting to place student interns with us to learn from the best in preschools. Highlights of the year were: • In January, the parents participated in an EdVenture to Meddard Park to learn about our

environment and formulate strong family bonds. • In March, the school had a petting zoo visit so that the children could learn about farm

animals. • At Easter, the families participated in an Agape feast to celebrate community and

sharing. • In April, the parents held their first Silent Auction and Gala which netted the school

about $17,000 to complete the renovations of the ones and twos room. • In early June, 33 children graduated from the Voluntary Pre Kindergarten (VPK)

program • Three staff attended the Nature Explore two day training in Plant City to enhance the

children’s outdoor experiences at the school.

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• There was some teacher turnover during the summer months as is normal for most schools, but three new teachers were brought in that brought a high level of expertise and enthusiasm to the program.

• In August, Danielle Sierra joined the staff as Administrative Assistant for both the church and the school, which is proving to be an enormous help to us all.

• In August, the staff held a day-long Saturday retreat at a day school family member’s beach home to do strategic planning for the new school year.

• In August, the renovations to the ones and twos room were completed. • The new school year brought changes to the families of Good Shepherd Day School,

including newly remodeled classrooms and a new multi-age structure for the Preschool and Pre-K classrooms.

• The board decided to not renew the school-year VPK contract to allow the children to enjoy more developmentally appropriate curriculum, instruction, assessment and environment that responds to each child’s unique developmental needs.

• The Board approved a new calendar for the school year for school closures that allowed staff to attend training and teacher planning days.

• The University of South Florida used the day school in the fall as a practicum site for their early childhood education fall interns.

• Nine staff members attended the Florida Association for the Education of Young Children four day conference in September in Orlando to provide training for continued improvements to the program.

• In October, the school co-hosted the Oktoberfest with the church, using the event as a small fundraiser for the playground which collected about $700.00.

• The parents participated in the Lutheran World Relief School Bag Donation drive with great success.

• The school closed for two days in November to allow teachers time to have parent-teacher conferences so that information about each child could be shared and goals created based on that information.

• The director, Administrative Assistant Danielle Sierra and two board members, Meg O’Brien and Heather Dean, formed a new Finance Team to create the interim January-June 2014 budget and to monthly review the school’s financial status and make necessary adjustments on an ongoing basis.

• In December, the children in the Preschool and Pre-K classrooms wrapped up the year before the Christmas break by putting on an evening Christmas Celebration event for the families in the sanctuary.

Looking Ahead: Plans for 2014 Good Shepherd Day School is excited about some potential programs and projects that are planned for 2014. Each program and project will be contingent on funding, need, and scheduling. The list of programs and projects include: • Providing two Summer VPK programs for the community. • Making continued improvements to the facility, specifically the removal and replacement

of the old playground structure utilizing funds raised by the annual silent auction in April. • Development of a performance review that will enhance teacher performance and

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• Development of a Family Satisfaction Survey tool to help the Director, Board and Staff with strategic improvements for future years.

• Provide training for staff regarding best practices in early childhood education through conference and workshop attendance.

• Providing an afternoon VPK for the 2014-15 school year.

Good Shepherd Day School would like to thank the past and present members of the board, Shannon Christaldi, Lori Ossi, Laurie Daigle, Heather Dean, Kelly Herbst, Winnifer MacKinnon, Sarah Stockstad and Pastor Weitzel for their hard work over the past year that has made Good Shepherd Day School a premier early learning center in South Tampa. Forie Reber, Director

MUSIC & WORSHIP DIRECTOR’S REPORT Sisters and brothers, thank you for welcoming me to Good Shepherd. The day I’m writing this, January 10, 2014, marks just my fifth day as a staff member here, so what I offer in this report is not a retrospective on the events of 2013, but rather a candid look at where I see the music and worship arts ministry of Good Shepherd to be today, along with my hopes and plans for its future.

What I have seen so far here is a welcoming, worshipping, medium-sized congregation which has a strong sense of its history. I see a group of worship arts participants which is small, but which has many positive traits, not least of which is its intergenerational makeup. To borrow a hymn text from Sr. Delores Dufner, I sense that Good Shepherd is ready to “bring the gifts that differ and, in splendid, varied ways, sing a new church into being, one in faith and love and praise.” I sense that the music and worship arts ministry here desires to grow in excellence. I also sense that, to achieve such excellence, a long period of stable and organized leadership is needed, as well as a clear sense of vision for that ministry. Musical excellence, organized leadership, and clear vision are things to which I’m committed.

My first priority for 2014 is to stabilize all of the music ensembles of the church, which will take much work. My goals for the calendar year are to build the adult choir to about twelve singers, a children’s choir to the same number, and to begin integrating the youth group participants into the worship life of the church through music and the other worship arts. I would like to maintain the number of people in the handbell choir while building skills and exploring new, creative uses for handbells in worship. Most especially, I aim to focus intently on different aspects of congregational song. I believe an intent focus on congregational song is

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necessary because congregational song is so fundamental to Christian worship, and because it has the potential to form us deeply for our work as disciples of Jesus Christ.

I believe that God has called me to serve Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, even as God has called me into the worship and music ministry, and I look forward to moving forward with you in faithful service to our community. I pray that the Holy Spirit will allow the music and worship arts ministry here to become an agent of renewal by breathing new life into this parish, enabling us all to be better participants in the mission to which we are called by God. In Christ, Jonathan Hehn, OSL Minister of Music and Worship Arts

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MINISTRIES CONGREGATIONAL CARE COMMITTEE The congregational care committee was formed in order to strengthen the congregation’s fellowship and sense of belonging within the church and church activities. It is essential in welcoming new members and integrating them into the current church population. Congregational care is also involved with the youth and their involvement in the church and age appropriate activities.

This was my first year on the church council, or really being involved in anything in the church more than just attending on Sundays. My children attended youth group, and have been active in the youth choir, but that is where my involvement ended.

I grew up at Good Shepherd, and knew that I wanted to be more involved on a physical and mental level. I was interested in helping, especially during this difficult time, so when the positions for church council were introduced I was intrigued. I really had no idea what to expect, or what to do. I do know that I was welcomed into council, and made to feel as I belonged, even though there are many “veteran” council members. I was especially thankful for that.

Currently the members of the congregational care committee are as follows: Pat Zwick, Janet Jones, Robert Ray Apodaca, Madison Miller and Avery Strader. One of my 2014 goals is to have this committee grow as I believe it is an integral part of the church culture.

There is a five year strategic plan that was made for 2013-2018. While I did not get as many items as I wanted checked off the list there were some accomplishments for 2013: • Polo shirts with the church logo/ECLA design were ordered and dispersed. They

continue to be available for order. • A Facebook page is up and running, slowly but surely gathering “likes”. • An Oktoberfest festival

was planned and executed, hopefully creating a standing tradition for Good Shepherd in the years to come.

Oktoberfest went well and again, it will hopefully be a tradition at Good Shepherd in the future. There was a good turnout between church members, day school parents and children as well as new people. It was a great way to

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bring the church, school and community together. Currently the YOUTH GROUP is also going strong. They are their own ambassadors of

congregational care. They have gone on various trips to include a day mission trip, camping, paintballing, several lock ins (some hosted by our church and at other Lutheran churches in the area) and well as attending Night of Joy AND Rock the Universe in Orlando. They have reached out to other churches in the area to share their love of Christ with other youth.

I have several GOALS for 2014. I will continue to follow the 5 year strategic plan that was put together by the council. • Monthly potlucks • Encouraging the involvement of new members as well as encouraging current members

to be more welcoming • Developing age/ gender based Bible study groups • Encourage the youth to become more involved in the Facebook page i.e. discussions

and groups • Youth Mission Trips • Elementary age youth group

Also in 2014 it is expected that there will be another Oktoberfest planned as well as seasonally based potlucks/ meals.

I am optimistic that 2014 will be a year of growth for Good Shepherd. I would greatly appreciate any volunteers for the congregational care committee; everyone is welcome. It is really a great way to put back into the church and its members. I appreciate all the help that has been given and I know that this committee will be doing great things in the coming year.

In 2013, the FELLOWSHIP TEAM provided dinners and receptions whenever scheduled. We regularly serve and did so at the following events during 2013.

Jan 11 The Connell Boy Choir and Reception 27 Annual Meeting Pot Luck Luncheon Feb 05 Wednesday Lenten Suppers 12 Wednesday Lenten Suppers 19 Wednesday Lenten Suppers 26 Wednesday Lenten Suppers Mar 31 Easter Breakfast Apr 02 Jerry Dawson Funeral Reception 27 Jan Newcomer Funeral Reception 28 Pop Benefit Concert Reception for Faith Cafe May 20 Confirmation Reception 29 Music Thank You Pot Luck luncheon Jun 02 Good Shepherd Day School VPK Graduation Reception Jul 12 Music Camp show and dinner 14 Music Director Jen Farewell Luncheon 28 VBS program and Luncheon Aug 25 Bishop Schaefer Reception Sep 08 Rally Day Luncheon and Cake Tasting Contest Oct 19 Octoberfest with the Good Shepherd Day School Food & Bake Sale 28 50th Anniversary of Church building reception Dec 01 Hot Choc and Cookies after Christmas Car setup 08 Christmas Caroling lunch

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15 Christmas Caroling in neighborhood with the Day School, chili and Hot Choc after

OWLS Monthly luncheons with programs. Ice Cream on the first Sunday on the month as earned.

Thanks to all the people who helped in planning and cooking the above events. Thank you, Rachel Miller, Chair Pat Zwick, Fellowship Team Representative

EDUCATION COMMITTEE We had another successful year of Sunday school, thanks to our wonderful Sunday school teachers: • 3, 4 year olds and Kindergarten: Mrs. Kristen Chittenden • 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grade: Mrs. Sharon Anderson • Grades 4 thru 6: Mr. Robert Ray Apodaca • Senior Youth: Mrs. Terri Mackley • Assistant: Mrs. Heather Dean • Helpers: Mrs. Sharon Eliason, Ms. Janet Jones

Our classes continue to utilize the free lesson plans provided on the Episcopal Church web site, which follows the lectionary. The adults continue to meet with Pastor Weitzel on Sunday mornings.

Many thanks to our helpers Sharon Eliason and Janet Jones for their assistance in whatever area we might have needed this year. We also want to thank Heather Dean for her artfully crafted star, on which we displayed our weekly crafts. Each week, the Sunday school program would create a craft that corresponded with our lesson. We would hang the craft on the star, and then review all of the lessons each week. We periodically displayed our star in the Narthex so that the parents could see it and ask their children about the lesson. Heather was also instrumental in created the Sunday School Christmas card, which was displayed on the front lawn during Advent. Thanks again, Heather, for all of your time, creativity, and hard work. You truly are a blessing!

This summer, with the leadership of Holly Hunt, we held a two day VBS program. The children enjoyed the crafts, stories and games. There was so much fun that some of the children who attended VBS wanted more and started attending our Sunday school classes!

We kicked off the Sunday school year with a well-attended Rally Day. This Rally Day, we collected cans for Faith Café. We also had games, a dunk tank, and karaoke. It was a great success, and we hope to do it again next year.

In November, the entire Sunday school group gathered in Driscoll Hall to fill shoe boxes with items donated by the congregation for Operation Christmas Child. The Sunday school

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classes look forward to this event every year. It is a wonderful way for the children to understand the importance and joy of giving. We filled over 50 boxes for this important ministry. The shipping costs were once again taken care of by donations from the Joe Newberry fund.

On December 22, 2013, the Sunday school classes presented their Christmas program “The Good Shepherd Christmas Card Collection”. The older children took turns telling the congregation about the meaning behind each of the Christmas cards while the younger children displayed their costumes which had a connection to their respective card. The children enjoyed their presentation and the congregation had a good time listening and learning about the special message of each Christmas card. Thank you Heather Dean and Terri Mackley for the awesome idea!!

We could always use additional Sunday school teachers, so if you are interested, please let us know!

Thanks to all the parents who take the time to share their children with us each and every Sunday!

The Education Committee is continuing to explore Bible study opportunities for the congregation in both a large group and small group setting. The committee is also exploring opportunities for a church-wide retreat.

We look forward to another successful year and welcome any suggestions from the congregation for areas where they would like to see the committee more active.

Kristen Chittenden, Chair

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Members: Pastor Thomas Weitzel, Claudia Adkins, David Anderson, C.J. Keel, Debbie Oxley, Terri Mackley, and Ray Roy

The Finance Committee has the responsibility to oversee the church’s financial affairs and make sure they are conducted efficiently. This committee was formed as a result of our new Constitution and organizational plan. Special consideration is given to providing adequate insurance for church property and preparing an annual budget/spending plan.

Our property insurance was once again put out to bid with three separate agents to secure cost effective coverage. The committee recommended moving our coverage (property and liability) to Guide One through Lutheran Trust, and to drop our wind/hurricane coverage. This saved over $14,000.00 in cost, while increasing our overall property coverage (minus wind).

I would also like to acknowledge and thank our treasurer Deb Oxley for her efforts this past year. Deb led the integration/implementation of our new software platform (IKON). This new platform is fully integrated with the Day School and will provide more accurate reporting. As a result of this change, and the new software’s capabilities, we have decided to move the payroll function back in house. This should save us well over $1000.00 in 2014.

Finally, the committee prepared the 2014 budget/spending plan. This plan is again in a new format, as we move to a July-June fiscal year. I am confident that the changes implemented by the committee this past year will help Good Shepherd financially in 2014.

I would like to thank all the members of the committee for their time, hard work and dedication this past year. Respectfully submitted, David Anderson Committee Chair

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LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF Good Shepherd Lutheran Church had a total of 9 boxes with 27 Personal Care Kits, 22 School Kits, and 26 lbs. of Soap. Thanks to all the people who brought the supplies to make up the kits. A total of 25 churches came to Good Shepherd the week of February 4th-8th between the hours of 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Thanks to Janet Jones and Stan Leeland who helped on the 5 and 6th. A total of 362 boxes containing 1,249 Quilts, 117 Baby Care Kits, 10 Fabric Kits,371 Personal Care Kits, 190 School Kits, and 392 Lbs of Soap where sent. Thanks to the 12 people who helped load boxes on to the truck on the 19th of Feb. This year, 2014, we will be trying bar coding on the boxes going out. Every church will be assigned a bar code and in that way we will get a report of where each box go's and to what country. Thank you all, Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and the Good Shepherd Day School, for making this happen.

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OUTREACH COMMITTEE Official Committee members: Russ Merriman (Chair), Godʼs-forthcoming-appointed/anointed. January 2014 Committee Name: Mrs. Jesus Ministries

- For your Maker is your Husband ... He is called the God of the whole earth. Isaiah 54:5

- On that day, says the Lord, you will call Me, “My husband....” Hosea 2:16 - ...as the bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so shall your God rejoice over you.

Isaiah 62:5 Guiding Scripture: “I am the resurrection and the life.” -Jesus Christ. Committee Call: To be an outreaching arm of the Good Shepherd (Right now, today.) Committee Slogan: “Reaching out to all the people God wants.” Current Project in Process: • Texting daily, uplifting Bible verses to everyone God wants. • Web Streaming-sermons.

Potential projects:

• Community-gardens • Neighborhood-picnic. • Intercessory prayer for harvest laborers and good soil. • ”Thanksgiving feasts” • ”Got Jesus” t-shirts • Movies/videos - making/watching • Radio shows/ads • Weekday or night or Saturday day or night outreach/worship. • Not necessarily on Sunday - Sunday school. • All projects listed in 1st meeting docs.

Needs: • Prayer. • Tech-support.

Committee Overseers: Jesus Christ, Pastor Weitzel

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PROPERTY COMMITTEE The Property Management Team at Good Shepherd in 2013 is a group that has been in transition as the entire group was formed in June of 2013. James Mims continues his excellent work as our Sexton performing the cleaning and day to day care of our facilities. There have been several projects and repairs that have occurred in 2013: • Replaced flooring, installed a wall and changed all lighting to “recessed lighting” on the ground floor of the north building of the Day School. • Leased a POD for temporary storage located on the north side of the parking lot. • Replaced our drip irrigation system that had become damaged due to the condition of our well water. We have entered into a bi-monthly contract with Blue Wave Irrigation to maintain the system to prevent this from happening in the future We had to have

several “spot” repairs to our roof due to random leaks. • Replaced two motion sensor lights on the north building of the Day School (one of which was damaged by a lightning strikes). • Had electrical upgrades completed to comply with City of Tampa fire codes. • Two property workdays to maintain our landscaping and clean of our buildings. • Assisted in the decoration of our grounds for the Christmas Season.

Many thanks to Jo Baum for her financial support and expertise in caring for our grounds!

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As we move forward in 2014, maintaining our property is a top priority. Of immediate concern is the replacement of our sanctuary roof and painting the entire property. The tile on the front porch is in disrepair and the 2 doors on the south side of the air conditioning room need immediate attention. We want to enclose the north portico to increase our storage capacity and negate the use of the aforementioned POD in the north section of our parking lot. Some other things on our “wish list” include obtaining a new organ, replacing the deteriorating carpet in the sanctuary, replacing the pew pads, remodeling the sanctuary bathrooms and placing an electronic sign on Dale Mabry Highway. In order to move forward on the majority of these items, the success of our recently approved Capital Campaign is essential. On behalf of the entire Property Management Team, I would like to thank everyone that has participated in our property work days or assisted us in any way to maintain our house of worship! J. Mark Mackley, Chair STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE The members of the committee included Laurie Daigle, Stanford Leeland, Ray Roy, Pastor Weitzel and Claudia Adkins. Stewardship materials were distributed and October was designated as Stewardship month

Each Sunday had a bulletin insert and a skit by the Good Shepherd Players: • “Time and Talent” presented by: Lea Levines, Elie Mae, Pastor Deborah Steed,

Claudia Adkins • “Money and Property”, presented by: Francis Eliason and Claudia Adkins A letter with the pledge cards were mailed. • “How does one go about being a Steward?”, presented by: Laurie Daigle, Robert

Apodaca and Claudia Adkins • “Thanksgiving” , presented by: Individual members hourly contributions were sited and

the congregation responded and still counting. The pledge cards were returned today.

One more program will feature Wills and Endowments. Respectfully submitted, Claudia K. Adkins, Ed. D., Chair

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THRIVENT FINANCIAL FOR LUTHERANS This past year was a very busy one for Thrivent at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. We had a total of 8 projects that we did and received a total of $1,925.00 from Thrivent. The following shows all of them.

Pop Benefit Concert for Faith Cafe with a total of $1,023.00 raised. Thrivent gave us $341.00 of that total.

Two Youth events of Spaghetti Sauce and Car Wash om which Thrivent gave $300.00. Two Work Days at Good Shepherd, one working in the yard and one cleaning the inside

of the church, Thrivent gave us $390.00 to help with expenses. Two project done at our first Oktoberfest at Good Shepherd a bake sale in which

$450.00 was sent to Lutheran Disaster Response to help the people of United States who where flooded out of their homes. Thrivent gave $150.00 of that total.

The second was selling the food served and Thrivent gave $319.00 to cover expenses of the Oktoberfest.

Operation Christmas Child in which over 50 boxes of school supplies, toys candy & etc. where sent overseas. Thrivent gave $300.00 to offset the expense.

In December Thrivent gave $125.00 in funds to help the homeless at Faith Cafe with socks, T-Shirts and underwear for Christmas.

The membership of Thrivent voted to open up to all Christians, not just for Lutheran last year. I would like to thank all the people who helped in any way make last year a great year in helping other in need. Pat Zwick WEDDING COORDINATORS Wedding coordinators for Good Shepherd are Pat Zwick and Janet Jones.

Last year we had two member weddings at Good Shepherd. The first one was on November 16 and Luz Paredes Lono and James S. DeMauro got married, and their reception was held in Driscoll Hall.

On December 7 Megan Elizabeth Nelson and Barry James Williams Jr got married. Megan is the daughter of Bill and Linda Nelson, longtime members of Good Shepherd.

The Guide for Weddings at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church was updated this year with changes to the fee schedule.

In the next year, with our joining together with Tahitian Inn to promote wedding packages, we hope to have more weddings at Good Shepherd. Already, I have heard from two couples who have inquires about having their wedding at Good Shepherd.

Pat Zwick

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WOMEN OF THE ELCA In 2013 the Women of the ELCA participated in the following: • Lutheran World Relief collection was ongoing throughout the year. In February our

members coordinated deliveries from other churches and helped load the LWR truck. • Members served weekly at Faith Cafe and purchased socks for the clothes closet. • In March we conducted the Spaghetti Jar Challenge with donations going to

FL/Bahamas SWO seminary scholarship fund. • On the first Sunday in May members distributed blue ribbons to the congregation

and observed Rachel's Day in our worship. • In the fall we donated small items and shoe boxes for the Sunday school's

Operation Christmas Child project. • In November Pat Zwick, delegate, attended the Women of the ELCA SWO Fall

Gathering. • Women of the ELCA created a Christmas card for the lawn display in December. • Women who are members of Thrivent participated in events (e.g., bake sales) that

received matching funds for the church. • Our circles participated monthly in fellowship and bible study.

Goals for 2014: Goals for 2014 are to substantially increase our membership and to send members to the Triennial Convention in Charlotte, South Carolina, in the summer. Submitted by Pat Zambito Women of the ELCA liaison

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WORSHIP COMMITTEE The activities of the Worship & Music teams are vital to providing an enjoyable and fulfilling worship at Good Shepherd. 2013 was a year of transition as we experienced changes in staffing as well with a shift to a single combined worship service. An enthusiastic and dedicated group of volunteers continued to work hard to accomplish necessary tasks, however we continue to seek additional volunteers to share in the efforts. Worship Teams • Altar Guild - Martha Castro • Assisting Ministers • Communion Assistants • Ushers - Dan Scheffey • Welcome Team - Louise Knecht • Lectors • Sound Board • Acolytes & Crucifers • Wedding Coordinators - Pat Zwick and Janet Jones

Strategic Plan The Strategic Plan has goals which are to be addressed by Council. Below is a list of tasks which are specific to Worship & Music: • Purchase a new organ for the sanctuary.

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• Include 4-year-old Graduation in Sunday worship. • Carol in the neighborhood at Christmas. • Develop different worship opportunities as outreach. • Develop live-streaming for worship services. • Encourage more involvement in worship and music roles. • Develop Guided Meditation opportunities in worship.

Staffing Changes Music director Jennifer Quinones resigned in July to take a new position in Sterling, Virginia. She served Good Shepherd for eight years and a goodbye luncheon was given in her honor. A music director search committee was tasked with securing a new music director. The committee created a new job description and advertised nationwide for candidates. In November, Dr. Jonathan Hehn was hired as the new permanent music director. He recently received his Doctor in Music from Florida State University, and brings extensive liturgical and sacred music experience. He will begin January 6, 2014. Interim music duties were serviced by Beth Kendall and Arnel Senson, who maintained the adult and bell choirs during the transition period. Instrument Update In August, representatives from the Allen Organ Company visited to perform repairs on the current organ. The organ is an Allen System 600D that was originally installed at Good Shepherd on May 2, 1973. Although repairs were completed which allows the organ to be played, it is not fully functional and will likely need additional maintenance and repairs. The other sanctuary instruments continue to receive regular maintenance and tuning, including the grand piano. The handbells will require tuning and repairs in 2014. Altar Guild Altar Guild, led by Martha Castro, continues to meet on Saturday mornings to prepare the sanctuary for Sunday worship. Their activities include obtaining the chancel flowers from the florist, preparing the altar, coordinating the flower calendar, filling candles and changing the paraments as required by the liturgical calendar. Highlights • January 11 - Cornell Men’s Glee Club • February 13 - Ash Wednesday, Lent begins. Services on Wednesday at 7PM. • March 17 - the church moved to a single worship service at 9:30 a.m. • March 28 - Maundy Thursday service at 7PM • March 29 - Stations of the Cross, 6PM; Service 7PM • March 31 - Easter Festival Service 9:30 a.m. • April 28 - Pops Benefit Concert performed by the various Good Shepherd music

groups, including the adults, children and bell choirs, Over $1000 was raised for the Faith Cafe at this event.

• July 8-12 - High-school age youth participated in the annual Musical Theater Camp led by Jennifer Quinones.

• October 15 - 50th anniversary of the sanctuary, and the service featured portions of the liturgy that were in the original service in 1963.

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• November 17 - Dedication of aisle candles donated by Louise Knecht in memory of Paul Knecht. These will be utilized for special services & weddings.

• November 27 - Thanksgiving service which included readings from our Nation’s history.

• December 8 and 15 - Christmas caroling in the neighborhood and to shut-ins. • Wednesdays in December - Advent services • Christmas Eve services - 4:30 family service and 7:00 candlelight service.

The 2014 year will be a time for growth as we welcome our new music director and continue to implement the strategic plan. We are in need of volunteers in all areas. There are opportunities for all ages and areas of interest. Please consider helping on Sundays as an usher or worship assistant, or join the Altar Guild on Saturday mornings as we prepare the sanctuary for worship. Any time you can offer will be gratefully received. Choir rehearsals resume January 6th with a new schedule for choirs. Our concert series will resume beginning in February. We are anticipating a performance by a performance group from the Lutheran Theological Seminary of Gettysburg as well as a recital from our new music director, Dr. Jonathan Hehn, in March. Respectfully submitted, Aimee Gravelle, Chair

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FINANCIAL SECRETARY’S REPORT 2013 Pledges Total pledge cards 32 Go beyond tithing 1 Step up to tithing 3 Move toward tithing 4 Dollar commitment only 23 Included my church in my will 2 Dollar commitment from all cards $96,396 = 5.5% higher per giving unit than 2012 2013 Receipts Envelope Receipts 186,443 Other Receipts Loose Offerings 4,239 Sunday School 31 Outside Organizations Fees 700 Room Usage Fee 4,008 Income Fee 72 Miscellaneous 10,308 A Total Other Receipts 19,358 Total Operating Receipts 205,801 Special Church Donations and Gifts in 2013 World Hunger Fund 814 Lutheran Disaster Recovery 513 Operation Christmas Child 658 Estate - Foster 47,230 Estate - Newberry 16,458 Estate - Chapman 10,000 Estate Gifts - Various 936 Total Special Donations & Gifts 76,609 Good Shepherd Day School Revenues 401,120 Special Recognition: Louise Knecht for aisle candles and Joanne Baum for Landscaping, Fellowship, Owls, Building Maintenance, and Youth Note: (A) This number reflects the actual 2013 receipts and does not include the Accounting transfer from Balance Sheet to Contribution Statement. Respectfully submitted, Claudia K. Adkins, Ed. D., Financial Secretary

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TREASURER’S REPORT 2013 Income vs. Expense Review GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH Income Expense Difference January $13,738.44 $17,505.46 -$3,767.02 February $12,706.57 $16,114.24 -$3,407.67 March $22,749.78 $19,045.29 $3,704.49 April $15,938.40 $16,693.26 -$754.86 May $12,725.25 $22,813.34 -$10,088.09 June $15,070.64 $20,531.72 -$5,461.08 July $22,349.57 $20,186.76 $2,162.81 August $17,192.12 $16,147.06 $1,045.06 September $14,720.24 $21,047.15 -$6,326.91 October $11,485.29 $18,904.77 -$7,419.48 November $14,625.80 $23,514.95 -$8,889.15 December $27,727.68 $21,473.78 $6,253.90 2013 YTD Total $201,029.78 $233,977.78 -$32,948.00 2012 YTD Total $214,558.21 $294,931.13 -$80,372.92 2011 YTD Total $250,565.23 $286,069.17 -$35,503.94 GOOD SHEPHERD DAY SCHOOL Income Expense Difference January $26,196.40 $33,604.81 -$7,408.41 February $38,596.52 $31,699.87 $6,896.65 March $33,103.28 $34,135.75 -$1,032.47 April $35,484.51 $33,331.67 $2,152.84 May $33,634.15 $34,073.25 -$439.10 June $27,711.90 $28,115.15 -$403.25 July $25,072.80 $27,661.06 -$2,588.26 August $47,541.10 $35,007.70 $12,533.40 September $33,529.55 $35,065.96 -$1,536.41 October $27,951.51 $39,447.63 -$11,496.12 November $29,699.51 $32,658.99 -$2,959.48 December $29,262.84 $33,489.29 -$4,226.45 2013 YTD Total $387,784.07 $398,291.13 -$10,507.06 2012 YTD Total $407,008.71 $378,369.85 $28,638.86 2011 YTD Total $342,243.47 $384,519.21 -$42,275.74 COMBINED CHURCH & DAY SCHOOL REVIEW

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Income Expense Difference January $39,934.84 $51,110.27 -$11,175.43 February $51,303.09 $47,814.11 $3,488.98 March $55,853.06 $53,181.04 $2,672.02 April $51,422.91 $50,024.93 $1,397.98 May $46,359.40 $56,886.59 -$10,527.19 June $42,782.54 $48,646.87 -$5,864.33 July $47,422.37 $47,847.82 -$425.45 August $64,733.22 $51,154.76 $13,578.46 September $48,249.79 $56,113.11 -$7,863.32 October $39,436.80 $58,352.40 -$18,915.60 November $44,325.31 $56,173.94 -$11,848.63 December $56,990.52 $54,963.07 $2,027.45 2013 YTD Total $588,813.85 $632,268.91 -$43,455.06 Remove Cur & Prior Yrs Neg Bal $174,118.41 $0.00 $174,118.41 Note 1 2013 Adjusted Total Per Repts $762,932.26 $632,268.91 $130,663.35 2012 YTD Total $621,566.92 $673,300.98 -$51,734.06 2011 YTD Total $592,808.70 $670,588.38 -$77,779.68

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2014 Ministry Spending Plan Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Tampa, FL

A 6 month plan (1/1-6/30) prior to initiation of a new fiscal year (7/1-6/30)

Account

2013 Projected from 11/30

2013 Spending

Plan

2014 Spending

Plan

2014 Spending

Plan 6 Months Notes

Expenditures 5100 Benevolence 5101 ELCA Support 21,040.00 21,040 18,500 9,250 5102 Faith Cafe 2,500.00 2,500 2,500 1,250 5103 Good Samaritan Mission 500.00 500 500 250 5104 Lutheran Outdoor Ministries 500.00 500 500 250 5105 Lutheran Services Florida 500.00 500 500 250 5106 Metropolitan Ministries 500.00 500 500 250 SubTotal 5100 Benevolence 25,540.00 25,540 23,000 11,500

5200 Staff Salaries & Benefits 5211 Salaries - Pastors 50,816.63 42,000 50,400 25,200 Budgeting new Pr with

5212 Housing -Pastors (30% of sal) 17,183.37 18,000 21,600 10,800 15 years experience

5253 Pension & Ins-Pastor 17,220.22 18,615 25,000 12,500

Budgeting new Pr + spouse + 1 child

5213 Director of Music 26,418.56 45,289 35,000 17,500 New Music Director

5215 Administrative Asst 24,000.00 35,535 30,160 15,080 Add 40% to Sch Alloca

5216 Sexton 25,906.56 23,731 26,478 13,239 3% raise 5217 Nursery Attendant 960.00 960 960 480

5218 Employers FICA Cont 6,000.00 8,316 7,010 3,505 5220 Pulpit Supply & Vacation Repl 500.00 1,400 500 250 5221 Music Supply & Vacation Repl 4,395.00 0 600 0 New Line item

SubTotal 5200 Salaries & Benefits 173,400.34 193,846 197,708 98,554

5300 Program Ministries 5310 Education 5311 Adult Enrichment Supplies 78.33 100 1,425 712 5312 Youth Education Expense 158.01 0 0 0 5313 Confirmation Program 362.42 350 350 175 5314 Sunday School 292.46 400 1,425 712 5315 VBS 248.09 300 3,500 1,750 SubTotal 5310 Education 1,139.31 1,150 6,700 3,350 5320 Congregational Care 5321 Fellowship 2,934.03 1,500 3,000 1,500

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5322 Youth Supplies Expense 1,129.89 1,000 1,000 500 5323 Youth Trips 78.00 0 0 0 SubTotal 5320 Congregationl Care 4,141.92 2,500 4,000 2,000

5340 Outreach 5341 Outreach & Witness 4,467.02 7,416 7,000 3,500 5342 Marketing 1,003.93 0 0 0 5344 Music Camps 45.00 0 0 0 SubTotal 5340 Outreach 5,515.95 7,416 7,000 3,500 5360 Stewardship 5351 Stewardship Campaign 117.95 150 150 75 SubTotal 5360 Stewardship 117.95 150 150 75 5370 Worship and Music 5371 Liturgical Expenses 1,960.00 1,500 1,500 750 5373 Music Expense 1,570.39 1,715 1,715 857 5374 Organ/Piano Expense 725.00 0 725 0 SubTotal 5370 Worship and Music 4,255.39 3,215 3,940 1,607 SubTotal 5300 Program Ministries 15,170.52 14,431 21,790 10,532

5400 Finance Committee 5410 Business Mgnt Org Exp 39.00 0 0 0 5411 Bank Charges 0.00 100 0 0 5412 Payroll Service 3,487.80 3,130 3,700 1,850 5413 Offering Envelopes 845.00 1,000 1,000 500 5414 Inspection-Screening Fees 403.00 0 0 0 5421 Building Insurance 23,200.53 25,000 14,800 7,400 Droppd Wind Coverage

5422 Liability Insurance 2,684.47 0 0 0 5423 Workers Comp Ins 952.00 1,000 1,000 500 5431 Telephone Expense 2,582.66 2,200 2,200 1,100 5432 Internet Expense 199.87 0 0 0 5433 Web Site Maintenance 2,256.00 2,300 2,300 1,150 5451 Office Supplies 4,445.97 4,500 4,500 2,250 5452 Computer Software & Support 1,264.30 500 500 250 5453 Office Equipment Expense 9,477.33 8,600 9,000 4,500 5454 Computer Equipment 0.00 500 0 0 5461 Attorney Fees 1,899.59 0 0 0 SubTotal 5400 Finance Committee 53,737.52 48,830 39,000 19,500

5500 Building/Grounds Maint. 5501 Electricity 22,354.18 26,000 24,600 12,300 5502 Water and Sewer 4,020.82 0 4,000 2,000 5503 Cleaning Supplies 1,520.29 2,500 2,750 1,375 5504 Furniture & Equipment 57.00 0 0 0 5505 General Building Maintenance 3,478.82 10,000 12,000 6,000

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5506 General Grounds Maintenance 7,047.30 6,000 6,600 3,300 5507 Repairs & Renovations 8,603.81 0 0 0 5508 AC and Water Pumps 256.00 0 0 0 SubTotal 5500 Maintenance 47,338.22 44,500 49,950 24,975

5600 Allocation Charge 5601 Allocation to Day School -82,000.00 -82,000 -88,000 -44,000 + 40% of Admin Asst

SubTotal 5600 Allocation Charge -82,000.00 -82,000 -88,000 -44,000

5700 Discretionary Funds 5701 Pastor 500.00 500 500 250 5702 Church Council 321.32 0 0 0 SubTotal 5700 Discretionary Funds 821.32 500 500 250

5800 Other Expense 5801 Mileage - Pastors 5,300.00 5,000 5,000 2,500 5802 Conference Exp Lodging 267.76 950 950 475 5803 Delegate Exp (registration) 675.00 800 800 400 5805 Miscellanous Exp 54.14 0 0 0 5806 Call Process Expense 0.00 3,000 3,000 0 Late 2014 expense

5807 Staff Replacement Costs 317.53 0 3,000 3,000 1 time line item 5808 Council Leadership 0.00 0 500 250 New line item SubTotal 5800 Other Expense 6,614.43 9,750 13,250 6,625

5900 Day School

5911 Director Salary 46,000.00 46,000 43,700 21,850 Temp Reduction 5912 Teacher and Support Salaries 197,629.32 199,000 201,112 89,972

5914 FICA 18,975.00 19,600 22,800 11,400 5915 Workers Comp 1,402.00 1,225 1,800 900 5916 Substitute Teacher 0.00 0 3,000 1,500 New line item

5921 Center 1,480.00 1,500 1,050 300 5922 Classroom 2,642.00 4,000 2,700 1,200 5923 Consumables 3,758.00 3,000 2,020 1,000 5924 Food 5,022.00 4,200 5,400 2,400 5925 Paper Goods 3,025.48 3,600 3,900 1,800 5931 Family Involvement 1,334.76 800 500 200 5932 Teacher Appreciation 1,503.00 500 240 120 5934 Training - Staff 650.53 600 900 300 5935 Scholarship Awards 1,567.00 1,000 625 0 5941 Activity Fees 242.45 200 150 30 5942 Internet-Subs-Assoc Fees 399.79 500 450 150 New line item

5943 Inspection/Screening Fees 630.00 700 300 0 5944 Credit Card Process Fees 935.35 0 1,865 933 New line item

5945 Professional Services 2,973.70 0 700 200 New line item 5951 Office Supplies 713.37 200 240 120

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5953 Printing Expenses 36.56 0 0 0 5954 Copier Equipmt Rental 763.00 1,300 1,200 600 5955 Marketing 386.75 600 600 300 5956 Computer Software 240.00 0 0 0 5957 Computer equipment 441.84 0 170 85 New line item

5959 Miscellanous 1,025.08 700 600 0 5971 Repair & Maintenance 1,436.68 500 480 180 5972 Furniture & Equipment 1,150.51 2,000 1,000 100 5973 Playground Maintenance 768.00 0 600 150 New line item

5980 Day School Alloc From Church 85,499.00 82,000 88,000 44,000 +40% of Admin Asst

SubTotal 5900 Day School 382,631.17 373,725 386,102 179,790

SubTotal Operating Expenses 623,253.52 629,122 643,300 307,726

Other Expenditures-Loans

6000 Loan Repayment New category 23101 Church Principal 1,888.44 2,017 1,800 900

6001 Church Interest 355.90 350 400 200 6002 Day School Interest 2,847.65 3,744 3,000 1,500 6003 Day School Principal 13,806.32 13,300 14,400 7,200 SubTotal 6000 Loan Repayment 18,898.31 19,411 19,600 9,800

TOTAL SPENDING PLAN 642,151.83 648,533 662,900 317,526

Breakout:

Church Total 230,011.70 257,764 259,398 129,036 + 0.6% on annual

Day School Total 399,285.14 390,769 403,502 188,490 +3% on annual

2014 Ministry Spending Plan Narrative Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Tampa, FL

The 2014 Ministry Spending Plan is a six-month plan that will precede a move to a new fiscal year beginning July 1 that will run from July 1 to June 30 each year and better coincide with both the school year and the church’s program year for purposes of planning. An annual Spending Plan for the new fiscal year will be prepared in the spring and will be voted upon by the congregation annually in April or May.

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For purposes of annual comparison with the 2013 Spending Plan (column 2), anticipated annual figures have been provided (column 3), with the six month figure (column 4) in most cases being one half of the anticipated annual figure. The six month figures for the Day School however are significantly lower than one half the anticipated annual, which reflect a belt-tightening move in the first half of 2014 in order to better align expenses with income. 5211-12 & 5253 reflect budgeting for a full-time pastor based upon Florida-Bahamas Synod Compensation Guidelines for 2014. 5215 Administrative Assistant reflects a move from 30 hours to full time work that is split between the church and the school. 40 percent of this salary has therefore been added to the Allocation (5601 and 5980) that the school pays for to share this cost. 5300 Program Ministries present more detail for each area, thus creating new line items, which more accurately reflect actual spending in those ministry areas. 5421 Building Insurance reflects a substantial reduction in expense because of dropping wind coverage from our policy, coverage that is very hard to get anymore for churches and is always expensive. 5806 Call Process Expense anticipates those expenses in the latter part of the year when it is expected that interviewing can begin. This line item would be deleted once the call process is completed. 5807 Staff Replacement Costs are expenses related to the moving of the new Director of Music in early 2014. This would be a one time line item and will not appear in the anticipated Fiscal Year Spending Plan for July 1. 5911 Director Salary reflects a 5 percent reduction in the first six months of 2014 as part of the school board’s efforts to align expenses and revenues. That reduction will be restored in the second half of 2014. 5912 Teacher Salaries reflect a limit to a 35 hour work week in the first 6 months to align expenses and revenues in the school. 5944 Credit Card Process Fees is a new line item created by adding this convenience for tuition payments in 2013. Beginning Jan. 1, 2014, a fee is being charged to parents using credit card payments to cover those expenses. 6000 Loan Repayment – this has not previously been part of the Spending Plan although these payments have been made since taking out the loan in 2011.

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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 501 S. Dale Mabry Highway

Tampa, Florida 33609 www.goodshepherdtampa.org