Church Council
Church council meets the 3rd Thursday of every month. Council members welcome your interest and involvement.
Council Members
Nancy Balzer - Secretary
Leann Barrick - President
Randy Blackorbay
Sue Elsass
Dean Jahns
Larry Knoell
Dave Loos
Betty Masterman
Larry Parson - Vice President
Chris Statz
Rick Strub - Treasurer
Allison Tieman
Synod Assembly - Adult
Mary Ellen Chinander
Dean Jahns
Council Meeting Summary
February 2026
Meeting was called to order at 11:09 am. In Old Business, the council approved destruction of the RIC ballots from the election held at the annual meeting. In facility updates, we are exploring bathroom electrical improvements and obtaining an additional HVAC bid before rebates expire.
New business included getting the Audit Committee scheduled to do the 2025 audit, addressing repairs and lighting updates for the outdoor sign, and discussing possible safety committee to oversee items like first aid & AED kit monitoring and CPR training.
Financially, giving remains steady. The council approved investing in a short-term CD and moving to update signatories on two bank accounts to the treasurer and president. Work continues on updating QuickBooks to follow standard nonprofit fund accounting practices. Training will be required for Ally and the counters. The Finance Committee will develop a cash and investment strategy proposal and bring it to council for approval.
Staff reports highlighted preparations for Lent, youth activities, church camp registrations, a spring plant sale, and an upcoming drama production. A congregational survey showed overall satisfaction, with interest in volunteer training, outreach, and potential future events. The meeting adjourned at 12:31 pm.