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Resurrection Lutheran Church

330 Palos Verdes Blvd.

Redondo Beach, CA 90277

310-375-5382

www.surfRLC.com

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING JANUARY 29, 2012

ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR

2011

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Table of Contents

Annual Congregational Meeting Minutes from January 30, 2011 4 Congregational Meeting: Members Elected on July 17, 2011 5 Special Congregational Meeting Minutes from October 9, 2011 6 Council President’s Report 7 Pastoral Report 8 Principal’s Report: Riviera Hall Lutheran School 11 Student Ministries 14 Children’s Ministry / Parish Education Ministry Team 17 Mission Ministry Team 18 Outreach Ministry Team 19 Stewardship Ministry Team 20 Music & Worship Ministry Team 21 Fellowship Ministry Team 22 Balance Sheet for Year Ending December 31, 2011 23 Supplemental Information for the Balance Sheet 24 Income & Expenditures Analysis for 2011 25 Proposed 2012 Budget 27

RLC 2011 Annual Report

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To discover God's grace through Jesus Christ, grow in faith, commit to active service,

and tell others the “good news!”

Our Vision...

Our Mission...

Closer to God Closer to One Another

& Closer to the Action

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Annual Congregational Meeting Minutes Resurrection Lutheran Church

January 30, 2011

The meeting was called to order at 10:20 a.m. by President Jason Brown and a quorum was established. Pastor John Conrad opened the meeting with prayer.

President’s Report: Jason thanked the congregation and Ministry Teams for their support during his two years in leadership. The following announcements were made by Jason: 1. The handicapped restroom and family/cry room project is slated to begin soon and is projected to be completed by Easter. 2. RLC will be celebrating its 60th anniversary in September. 3. The Personnel Committee has been interviewing candidates for the position that will combine our previous Parish Assistant’s and Communications Specialist’s jobs. They are hoping to offer the position to a candidate in the next few days and have our new employee in place soon. He thanked the committee for their work. 4. In order for Ministry Teams to work together more effectively and communicate more efficiently, team members are asked to attend the monthly Ministry Team meeting on the first Tuesday of each month or to have at least one member present. The February congregation council meeting will be dedicated to goal setting and planning with our pastor.

It was moved, seconded, and carried to approve the minutes of congregational meetings for June 27, 2010 and October 3, 2010.

Pastor’s Report: 1. Personnel has been very stable. Pastor reports he is looking forward to the completion of the interview process and the hiring of office staff. 2. ELCA: At a gathering of pastors last week it is evident that there is much stress within the body of the ELCA related to the vote that paves the way for blessing and ordaining practicing homosexuals at the ELCA’s church wide assembly in August of 2009. There has been a loss of members and giving; however, the ELCA attributes the loss to the economy. There are a number of RLC members who are unhappy with the ELCA decision but “God’s kingdom will prevail.” 3. The creation and adoption of the RLC vision statement – “Closer to God, Closer to One Another, Closer to the Action” – has been a highlight of the year. 4. The economy has thus far not affected us to the extent that it has in many congregations; we have not needed to cut staff. That is a blessing; however, there is a need to continue to support the ministry of RLC. 5. Pastor John thanked the council members for their positive attitude and hard work. He also lifted up the need to pursue work on the Site Plan as the demands on our ministry and campus change.

Treasurer’s Report: Judy Getzin reviewed the financial report for the year 2010. Total current assets are $82,500 and current liabilities are $87,000. There was a small loss of approximately $3000 for the year. Although expenses were under budget, the income was less than projected.

Budget: Jason reported that specific issues addressed in creating the budget for 2011 included: 1. The decision was to give no staff raises. 2. Benevolence was raised from 8.75% to 9%. 3. There was an addition to the budget for substitute musicians when the organist, choir director, and band leader have vacation days. 4. An IT software upgrade was approved for $1700. Ministry Teams were funded at or slightly above 2011 levels. Judy reported that our projected income is at the same level as in 2005, a significant decrease. The projected deficit is $17,000 but could be considerably more due to more non-pledges that previously. Discussion followed asking that follow-up be done with members who have left RLC but have not left the area.

It was moved, seconded, and carried to adopt the 2011 RLC Budget as presented. - Judy Getzin was thanked for the excellent job she does and for the countless hours she spends as our volunteer treasurer. - Claire Colvin and Angela Yoon were thanked for their help in preparing the documents for the meeting.

Jason closed the meeting with prayer. It was moved, seconded, and carried to adjourn the meeting at 11:05 a.m.

Respectfully submitted, Carolyn Sorge


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Annual Congregational Meeting Minutes Resurrection Lutheran Church

July 17, 2011


Council and Ministry Teams Slate (elected 7/17/11) Council (3 year term)

2012 Judy Gordon 2012 Marcia Lee

2012 Amy Sjolander 2013 Carolyn Sorge 2013 Alison Bale 2013 Nina Gearin 2013 David Irgens 2014 Cindy Tahlier-Nerden 2014 Sarah Auernhammer 2014

Ministry Teams (2 year term) Congregational Care Parish Education 2012 Karen Westberg 2012 Ericka Anderson 2012 Kay Brown 2012 Janice DeMarti 2013 Gloria Doering 2013 Debra Olejniczak 2013 Dorothy Swetnam 2013 2013 June Olney 2013 Fellowship Property 2012 Ellen Conrad 2012 Marc Bissaillon 2012 Betty Raulin 2012 Dan Rosen 2013 Angela Yoon 2013 2013 Carol Grudzien 2013 Mark DeMarti 2013 2013 Mike Malone Music & Worship School Board (3 year term) 2012 Lisa Kiff 2012 Tina Schnittger 2012 Liz Ball 2012 Elaine Semple 2013 Delena Wellmer 2013 Jodi Bader 2013 Sabrina Heim 2013 Rick Thomas 2013 Martha Bauman 2014 Dale Hoffman 2014 Dorian Theberge Outreach

2012 Marilyn Hoffman Stewardship 2012 Laura Ensberg 2012 Ken Getzin 2013 Kathryn Eastman 2012 Carolyn Zimmerman 2013 2012 April Diedrich 2013 2013 Dave Westberg 2013 Missions 2012 Judy Bader 2012 Lela Holladay 2012 Dayna MacKintosh 2013 Julie Jacks 2013 Max Schaller 2013 Karen Ragone

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Special Congregational Meeting Minutes Resurrection Lutheran Church

October 9, 2011

Nancy Ackerman from the Synod Office served as Parliamentarian for the meeting. Congregational Council Members were introduced. Pastor John began with prayer. The meeting was called to order by Marcia Lee at 10:15 am and a quorum was established. Congregational survey results were shared. Of the 174 surveys sent out, 99 were completed and returned for a 57% response rate. Council has not met since the completion and compilation of the survey results but will review them and will form focus groups to develop a strategic plan to deal with areas of congregational concern. Judy Getzin reviewed the financial status of RLC, reminding us that the budget approved in January of 2011 included a $19,000 shortfall. By September, income was down $25,000 from projections for the year. There is a $30,000 projected shortfall by year end. Although there are funds in our accounts, those funds are designated for specific projects and benevolences and are in restricted accounts. Cindy Tahlier-Nerden led a discussion on the need of repairs to stabilize the cross. Dan Rosen contacted a metallurgist to evaluate the status of the cross and there is a need to do some immediate repairs for the sake of safety. Council has authorized the expenditure of funds for stabilization. Further evaluation will be needed to assess the cost of permanent repair or removal of the cross. Dave Irgens moved that the stabilization process move forward. Michael Buettner seconded the motion. Rick Thomas amended the motion to approve an additional $4,000 to assess the situation for long repair. Max Schaller seconded the amendment. The amendment passed. The motion itself failed to pass with a vote of 22 for and 35 against the motion. Ken Getzin moved to adjourn the meeting. The motion failed with a vote of 7 to 40. Jolaine Merrill moved that the meeting be resumed at a time to be determined; it was seconded by Michael Buettner. Additional discussion and concerns regarding the expenditure of funds for stabilizing the cross and when it may eventually need to be taken down were expressed. Dan Rosen explained that we were “buying time” to make an informed decision while being responsible for the safety of those on campus or passing by the church. The question was called and the meeting was adjourned with a vote of 37 for and 14 against. Marcia Lee adjourned the meeting and Cindy Tahlier-Nerden closed in prayer. Respectfully submitted, Carolyn Sorge

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Council President: Marcia Lee

2011 has been a challenging year for Resurrection Lutheran church. We continue to deal with many issues that could cause division and strife yet with God’s help and guidance we are still here to continue His work. Budget continues to be an area requiring difficult decisions. Along with the rest of the country, RLC is experiencing budget shortfalls that may cause painful decisions. This is primarily due to decreases in giving and some unanticipated expenses (i.e. steeple –see below). As of October 31st, 2011 the Program Support Position had to be cut. We will all likely feel the loss of that position. We may be forced to cut additional hours, services, and programs in the future. The Council asks for your prayers and assistance as we make these difficult decisions. We are all aware that the church steeple is in need of maintenance. As we work through our options, I ask each of us to remember that we are the church. The steeple although an important aspect of the church building does not make the church; the congregation makes the church. There are many opinions on what is the “right” decision in regards to cost, time, resources, and symbolism. I pray we remember that the “right” decision is the one that allows us to maintain our connection with the people of the church, not the steeple of the church. The Handicap Bathroom/Cryroom Project is still under investigation. We look forward to additional information and hopefully final decisions in 2012. In Spring/Summer, Council made a concerted effort to look critically at the structure and function of the various Ministry Teams. Each team was asked to evaluate itself and offer suggestions on optimal makeup, goals, and responsibilities. Many of the teams were able to better clarify their activities and responsibilities and gain new energy for their work. I want to specifically commend the Fellowship Ministry Team. With Nina Gearin as the Council representative, the team is showing a rebirth and planned several events for 2011 and 2012. A congregational survey was conducted this year giving the congregation an opportunity to comment on various aspects of the church, its programs and leadership. A steering committee (Julie Jacks, Jan Malone, Delena Wellmer, Carolyn Sorge, Marcia Lee, and Pastor John) was created to oversee the work on issues raised during the survey. Many good suggestions were presented and passed on to the various ministry teams. The areas identified for improvement included RHLS, Inreach/Congregational Care, Communication, Adult Education, and Property. We “hear” there are many areas that the congregation would like to see change/improvement but it cannot happen without the congregation’s participation. A new Office Manger was welcomed this year – Lauren Kozaki. As many of you already know, she has become an integral part of how the church office functions. Some happier news – RLC celebrated its 60th anniversary this year. Many thanks to the Music and Worship Team (especially Sabrina Heim who read the original charter at service in October). In closing, I would like to thank all the members of the congregation who faithfully serve God and each other every day in a hundred small, unrecognized ways. I personally have received so much support in just the past few months as Council president and I appreciate it every day. In closing, I would also like to quote one of our RLC members who said, “We are a family and even in hard times, families stick together.”

Council President Report* 2011 * Annual Report


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Pastoral Report * 2011 * Annual Report

Pastor John T. Conrad

“Keep your eye on what you’re doing; accept the hard times along with the good; keep the Message alive; do a thorough job as God’s servant.” (2 Timothy 4:2, Message)

2011: The Year for Stepping Forward

The thing that stands out the most for me about 2011 is our Council and Ministry Teams. Instead of people sitting back, we have had people stepping forward willing to make a difference. Thanks be to God!

Numbers

We have had a number of years with declining worship attendance and membership. No doubt, this has taken its toll on our emotional state. At the same time we can actually celebrate that there is a reversal, be it slight, this past year. Instead of a loss, we see a gain. It went from loss to gain! No doubt, this is something for us to celebrate.

What made this year different? I believe it is because we had a leadership that really rolled up their sleeves and were not hesitant to get things done. There is a clear understanding that this is as much “our” congregation as it is the Pastor’s. Thanks to the leadership of people like Jason Brown and Marcia Lee, we now have things in place that were not existent before.

Inreach

We now have a more dedicated and coordinated effort to follow up on lapsed worshipers and newcomers. Marilyn Hoffman has stepped forward to help with the adventurous task of keeping track of the hundreds of people at RLC. Time passes quickly and it is way too easy for too many Sundays to pass before I realize they certain people are missing. Now that it is more of a team effort, we can be more confident that people and their needs will not be overlooked.

Outreach

In the past, we have had the most incredibly difficult time finding people to serve on the “Evangelism Team.” I would follow up with our visitors and attempt to get them connected with others in the courtyard. I would even stay in regular contact with them, creating a good rapport. Unfortunately, without friends in the congregation, they frequently fell away. Now we have a team, renamed the “Outreach Team,” with people who have actually follow up and help to make those connections last.


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The Elderly

When I arrived years ago, it was not always necessary for the rail to be up for the choir at the second service. Now, it has to be up every week. A number of members within the choir are just too old to participate or have passed. The aging of the congregation is really being felt within the 11:00 AM service. Our homebound list has ballooned. Fortunately, Judy Bader has stepped forward to help with this ministry. Many of these people are wonderful faithful brothers and sisters in the faith who have been a part of the congregation for a long time.

Ministry of Hospitality

As Ellen and I now have only one of four of our children left in the house, it is much easier for us to entertain. Thus, on a few occasions last year, we hosted socials. Newcomers as well as established members were invited. We hope to do more of this in the future.

Discipleship

2011 was a year in which I invested a significant amount of my energies in discipleship. I participated as a part of a “coaching” process with an organization called “3 Dimension Ministries.” Their forte is working with congregations in developing a culture of discipleship within their membership. A number of others within the congregation were involved in a leadership capacity: Chelsea Nazarian, Claire Colvin, and Paul Kasper. My group was a small group of men with a high level of commitment. We met two to four times a month for about a year; prayed for each other regularly, invested in God’s Word, engaged in service, and heeded the Spirit’s leading. Claire, Chelsea, and Sherri continue to be a part of groups.

Staffing

2011 proved to be a year in which we were blessed with a really faithful, stable staff. We only had one new hire; Lauren in the front office. As you can guess, it always takes time to train a new employee. Fortunately, after about 3 months, Lauren was mostly prepared to function on her own without significant assistance. Lauren has proven to be a much reliable and valued presence in the staff.

Candid Talk about our Mission Field

We live in a challenging and rewarding mission field. Fewer and fewer people have some kind of residual knowledge of Jesus and Christianity. Wonderful, faithful Christians are growing older. Fewer children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren are active as a part of the faith.



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Statistics on this are sobering. As far back as 2006, the New York Times published an article stating that “if current trends continue, only 4 percent of teenagers will be ‘Bible-believing Christians’ as adults. That would be a sharp decline compared with 35 percent of the current generation of baby boomers, and before that, 65 percent of the World War II generation.” There are only three ways for the American Church to grow; via birth, “boat” (immigration) or baptism (of adults). The first two are unlikely. The last is a matter of conversion to Christianity. If that does not take place, there are only two possibilities; either all churches shrink or a few will succeed in being the most attractive while the rest disappear. Neither of those two possibilities involve experiencing an expansion of the kingdom. We have baptized three adults this year.

May God be with us as we continue our efforts to do everything we can to reach out with the gospel in word and deed; absolutely uncompromising in our resolve to reach the last, the least, and the lost. And in all things, we can be a positive, kind, loving, up-building people full of hope, the kind of hope that comes from faith in Jesus Christ.

“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

1 Thessalonians 5:18

Pastor John



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RIVIERA HALL LUTHERAN SCHOOL SCHOOL YEAR 2010-2011

MISSION STATEMENT Riviera Hall Lutheran School provides students with a Christ-centered educational experience which focuses on building character, integrity, and community in a positive and nurturing environment.

FUNDRAISING HIGHLIGHTS With the money raised from the 2010-2011 PVO fundraising events, Silent Auction, and donations from our loving friends and families we:

• Purchased 44 ipads for classroom use and to interface with the Smart Boards

• Installed five air conditioners for grades K, 1, 2, 3, and 4

• Upgraded the electrical throughout the school

• Purchased science lab tables for the Middle School

Principal’s Report * 2011 * Annual Report


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Principal’s Report * 2011 * Annual Report

OUTDOOR EDUCATION

Grades four through eight participated in extended educational excursions. • For three days the Fourth Grade students, their parents, and Mrs. Friedrich toured our

state capitol, Sacramento, and San Francisco. • Coach King and our Fifth Graders spent four days at Camp Thousand Pines in Crestline,

a Christian team building camp.

• Sixth Grade attended Astro Science Camp in Idyllwild where they studied Astronomy, gravity, and much more.

• For three days the Catalina Island Marine Institute was home to our Seventh Grade stu-dents, Miss Brandt and a handful of brave parent chaperones.

• Eighth Grade visited Rome and Washington DC. The purpose of this trip was to culmi-nate our students’ Middle School academic experience. While in Italy our students and chaperones visited the Colosseum, Forum, Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Vatican, Pisa, Florence, and Pompeii. In Washington, the students and their chaperones visited the White House, Capitol, many of the monuments, museums, and memorials. This was definitely a memorable trip for our students.

• Over Easter vacation some of our Middle School students and their families visited Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary.

• For the past eight years, our Middle School families have enjoyed international trips to

Italy, England, Scotland, Greece, Spain, Japan, France, and Eastern Europe.


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Italy, England, Scotland, Greece, Spain, Japan, France, and Eastern Europe.

RHLS Offerings

• Honors Algebra I, and after school honors classes for Middle School students

• Instrumental music taught by Mr. Mark Roscoe

• Weekly music classes for Grades K-5

• Chorus

• Religion classes

• Chapel

• Middle School Electives

• International Education Trips to Italy, England,

Scotland, Greece, Spain, Japan, France,

& Eastern Europe

• Computer Lab

• Hands on Art

• Moms in Touch

• Anthem Essay Contest

• Spanish

• Lutheran Schools Speech Meet

• Competitive athletic teams – Boys’ Volleyball Champs ’08, ’09, &’10 and Girls’ Volleyball Champs 2010

• Resource

• Speech

• Student Senate

• PVO

• Starfish Outreach program

• Geography Bee

• Walk through California- Fourth Grade

• Walk through the Revolution- Fifth Grade

• Walk through Ancient Times- Sixth Grade

• Outdoor Education


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STUDENT M INISTRIES

RESURRECTION LUTHERAN CHURCH

STUDENT MINISTRIES BY THE NUMBERS:

• Average weekly attendance at youth group: 30

• Average attendance at monthly events: 40

• Number of volunteers helping with the program: 6

Weekly Small Group

Weekly Youth Group

Weekly Confirmation

Monthly Events

Winter Camp

Summer Camp

WHAT WE OFFER :

This year the Student Ministries Program at RLC had some very ambitious goals. We had seen significant growth the past year and we wanted 2011 to be a time where we really accommodated that growth. As our little program started to grow in numbers, we began to see that the way we were running things was not conducive to the structure of the program. So we began to pray for new volunteers and we also started asking God what we needed to change– program wise, to make things more manageable. In addition to the need for new help, we also saw that some of our older students were really beginning to develop significant relationships with God. In

2011 we saw that the students were anxious to learn more. They wanted a time to dive deeply into the Bible. They wanted a place where serious discussions could happen. Between the desires of our students and the need to change the way we were running program, the leadership of Student Ministries began to see that God was doing something really special. So in 2011, we decided to roll with it. We stopped running a separate youth group for Jr. High and High School. Instead, we combined the grades to meet on Thursdays

and then we began a small group that meets weekly, and offers a deeper look into what it means to have a relationship with Jesus Christ. These changes really helped to shape the way our year looked.

OVERVIEW OF STUDENT MINISTRIES

THE VOLUNTEERS God has blessed us with a lot of new help this year. Nothing can be done in Student Ministries without our amazing volunteers. There are so many jobs when it comes to this program and all of those jobs are important. Things like setting up or running the

games. But I think the most important job is connecting with the students. There is just one of me and I cannot be every place all at once. I want our students to feel safe and loved. In order to do that I need people who want to hear what each student has to say. My

favorite thing about youth night is listening to my amazing volunteers ask this question: “How was your week?” It is so simple and yet it is so vital. I cannot thank our helpers enough and I continue to pray for new volunteers.

Our Jr. High campers at Forest Home this Summer.

ANNUAL REPORT 2011


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The High School Program has seen a lot of growth this year– not just in numbers, but in relationships as well. We now have around 12 High School students regularly attending youth group. Among those 12 students we are so proud to say that many of them are student leaders. They set such a wonderful example for the younger students. They are passionate to see God move and work in their lives. They are convinced they can change the world. Our High School students are striving for a deepness with their Creator, that is

hard to see in adults sometimes. In 2010, the Student Ministries Department made a concerted effort to really spend time with the High School students of RLC. We went to movies,

lunches, we watched their soccer games, and cheered our incoming Freshman on at their 8th Grade Graduation. The leadership of the Student Ministries wanted our students to know that they were loved as individuals. Once the students saw that they were cared for because of who they are and not to fill

some quota at church, we saw them begin to engage in exciting ways. We look forward to this new year to see what amazing things our High School students do next. They have big plans and we feel honored that we get to join them on this adventure, as they discover their faith.

spent much of their time playing. We went on scavenger hunts, we ate junk food, and we were loud– very, very loud. Among all that play, the Jr. High students began the process of learning foundational truths about God. They started

Our Jr. High Program is busting at the seams! On average, we see around 30 Jr. High students regularly. They are loud, wild, and Chelsea can be frequently heard referring to them as her “adorable little monsters.” This year, the Jr. High Program

memorizing scripture and they asked God their tough questions. The Jr. High students may be wild, but they are also enthusiastic, funny, and are a constant reminder that loving God produces a joy that can do nothing but bubble out of you. We could all use a little more Jr. High in us.

H IGH SCHOOL M INISTRIES

JR . HIGH M INISTRIES

Celebrating at our Christmas party.

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Sunday lunch with the Confirmation

“PASSION REBUILDS THE WORLD FOR THE YOUTH ;

IT MAKES ALL THINGS ALIVE AND SIGNIFICANT . ”

-RALPH WALDO EMERSON


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A STORY OF FAITH

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Throughout this report, you have read how passionate our students are about their faith. I want to give you a tangible example of that. Here is a peek into the kind of miracles I am lucky to see each week… One of our Eighth Grade students plays on a club soccer team. He is one of the stars and works hard at his favorite sport. He is also a core member of our Youth Program. He attends every event, every small group, and every youth night. He is busier at 13 than I am at 27. One day this amazing young man walked into my office and told me a story that left me speechless (which

never, ever happens). He told me that he had started feeling overwhelmed. Between school and soccer and church, there were not enough minutes in the day. So he thought about it for a long time and decided he had to cut something out. He loved every activity he was in, but they were starting to conflict with each other. So he went to his soccer coach and told him this: “Coach, I love playing on this team. Soccer is so much fun, but being on this team is starting to mean that I don’t have enough time for other things. It’s getting in the way of church and as much as I love soccer– it isn’t my life. Jesus is my life. So I think I’m going to

have to quit the team.” This remarkable Eighth Grade student told me his coach was stunned, but after thinking about it, agreed to adjust practice schedule so that he could stay on the team and still have time for church. This is just one example of how our students are applying their faith to their lives. They are not too young.; they are not apathetic. We must give them a voice and a place, because they are begging to be heard. Our youth are not the window dressing of our church– they are our heart, our passion, and they remind us that God is powerful!

“… BEING A DISCIPLE MEANS LIVING A DISCIPLINED LIFE ,

AND IT IS NOT VERY LIKELY THAT YOU WILL GET OTHER DISCIPLES UNLESS YOU ARE

ONE FIRST . ” -EVELYN UNDERHILL


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Mission Ministry Team 2011 The RLC Mission Team believes that we were created to change the world for someone…to serve someone…to love someone the way Christ first loved us…and to spread His light. Our team feels very blessed to be able to lead our church family in this role, and we humbly thank you for giving us this opportunity. The major “mission” accomplishments for our church in 2011 were: Developed the annual budget for benevolence for RLC, funding various local, national and global organizations. Organized and implemented various mission projects within our church throughout the year, including: Project Linus---almost doubled our production from 2010, in completing 200 blankets that were delivered to a local children’s hospital and to the USO at LAX (thanks to Martha Bauman, our honorary Mission Team Member). Habitat for Humanity---organized and led church and school volunteers to help build a home in Lawndale for a family of eight. Operation Backpack---donated school supplies and backpacks for needy children in the South Bay. African Team Ministries---sold African made jewelry and handcrafts to raise funds for widows and orphans in Tanzania. Adopt-a-Family---provided meals and gifts to roughly 200 low income brothers and sisters in the South Bay, for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Operation Christmas Child---collected 309 Christmas shoe boxes with RHLS to provide gifts and hope in Jesus, to children living in war torn countries around the world. First Lutheran Church in Inglewood---continued our 5th year in partnership with FLC, enjoying joint worship and mission exchanges. El Salvador Mission Trip---four RLC church members were part of the 5th annual mission trip to El Salvador to deliver funds, goods, and LOVE to our brothers and sisters in a homeless shelter, Lutheran school, and five rural, poor, remote communities. In addition, $1300 was raised in our Walk for Hope House the week before Thanksgiving….to help provide meals for the homeless shelter in San Salvador. As we end the year in 2011, we would like to thank Judy Gordon for her dedicated support and conduit between our team and the church Council….and we welcome Cindy Tahlier-Nerden as our new Council Representative. Lastly, we would like to thank each and every one of our church family members for helping us to shine God’s light of love to so many of his people who are in great need. We are honored and grateful to be able to serve God and our church on this team. Team Members: Judy Bader, Kevin Gearin, Lela Holladay, Julie Jacks, Dayna MacKintosh, Karen Ragone, Max Schaller, Janet Thomas, and Council Representatives, Judy Gordon and Cindy Tahlier-Nerden.


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Outreach Ministry Team 2011

The Outreach Ministry Team was “restarted” this year as a separate ministry team. The functions of outreach

were performed by the Board of Evangelism in years past but recently, a need for a separate team was

recognized.

Outreach has been focusing on developing systems and structures to welcome and integrate visitors and new

members into our congregation. Currently all new visitors who fill out a communication card receive a

follow-up email and a postcard or phone call from a rotating member of the Outreach Team. After a few

visits, we attempt to connect the visitor/new member with people in the congregation who may share similar

interests. We also specifically invite them to fellowship events (the Church Picnic, Habitat for Humanity

Build, etc.) to allow them to meet new people and start developing their own bonds within the church.

Currently the team members are: Kathryn Eastman, Laura Ensberg, Marilyn Hoffman, Marcia Lee, and Judy

Williams. However the truth is that each member of RLC is a member of this team. Our duties are as simple

as filling out a communication card each week (yes, every person, every week) to allow us to keep track of

each other and encourage our visitors to do the same. It’s a small thing, you can do it.

Finally, we ask every member of the congregation to remember that each of us is God’s host in God’s house.

Please take a few minutes to look around and introduce yourself to someone who may be new or simply new

to you. This allows us all to become more connected with each other and to God’s work.


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Stewardship Ministry Team 2011

The Stewardship Campaign for 2011 was much the same as it has been for the last couple of years. The appeal

for financial support was kept simple and to the point. The team, recognizing that all of us as members of

RLC are committed to the ministry of this congregation, chose to provide a gentle reminder that this is the time

to renew our commitment of time, talent, and treasure to continue Resurrection’s Ministry in the South Bay.

The campaign ended with the traditional Celebration Sunday on the sixth of November. The team is thankful

for those who pledged and give regularly to our continuing ministry. We also ask that those who have not

pledged and do not give regularly, to prayerfully consider your commitment to the church. Because of the sig-

nificant decline in pledged funds this fall, as demonstrated in the proposed budget, stewardship will continue

to be a theme throughout the coming year.

The Stewardship Team also wishes to thank all of our dedicated members for their tireless efforts doing the

many unsung tasks necessary for the effective ministry of a church. Lives are touched by Christ in many ways

by the work we do at Resurrection.

The Stewardship Team


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Music & Worship Ministry Team 2011

Greetings Friends and Family: The Music & Worship Team greatly enjoys serving God and our congregation. As a team, we have many goals. We always operate with a great desire to help enhance and make the most meaningful worship experience for members/friends of Resurrection Lutheran Church. Additionally, whatever projects we undertake, it is with the intent to bring us closer together as a community and make people feel special and loved along the way. With that in mind, we offered, but were not limited to, the following: - Valentine's Day Recognition: special wedding anniversaries from our church family/friends - Graduates’ Sunday - All Saints' Sunday - Bible Presentation Sunday (with Teacher Installation) - 2011 Lent Program - RLC's 60th Anniversary Reception - 60th Anniversary Entries: monthly faith journey stories - Advent Devotional - Confirmation Sunday - Thanksgiving Eve Assistance - Palm Sunday Decorations - Holy Week Enhancements - Easter Sunday - Advent Enhancements - Christmas Decorations - Lessons and Carols - Father's Day Observance - Mother's Day Observance - July 4 Observance - Reformation Sunday Tattoos! Thank you for the opportunity you give to each of us to serve our Lord and express love to our church family. The blessing is truly ours. God's Grace & Peace,

Liz Ball Martha Bauman Delena Garrison-Wellmer Sabrina Heim Paul Kasper Lisa Kiff


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Fellowship Ministry Team 2011

The Fellowship Team plans social events for RLC members to give everyone opportunities to connect with old friends and to invite new friends into fellowship with us. We have continued some of the traditional events while attempting to come up with some new, different activities for people to try. In addition, we have found that a number of social events throughout the year are made possible by the shared responsibility of several teams. In 2011 we organized the following activities:

• Lenten Soup and Salad Suppers (a supporting role) • Family Movie Night • 4th of July – BBQ & Fireworks Viewing • Beach Day • Annual Church Picnic at Paradise Park • Christmas Choir Concert & Potluck Dinner

The traditional fellowship events were well attended, but some of the newer activities have not “caught on” yet. We will continue to offer a variety of activities and are open to suggestions from everyone. The team recognizes the need to advertise our events early and often. While the benefit for Michael Buettner was not an event scheduled to create fellowship opportunities, it definitely was a blessing to all who participated. Some of the most amazing fellowship opportunities happen without a scheduled “fellowship event.” Working together on a project can be one of the greatest ways to enter into fellowship with others.

Please join us at these upcoming events in the Spring of 2012: • Lenten Soup and Salad Suppers • Family Game Night • Pageant of our Lord at Rolling Hills Covenant Church

Team Members: Ellen Conrad, Carol Grudzien, Betty Raulin, & Angela Yoon

Council Representative: Nina Gearin


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BALANCE SHEET FOR YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2011

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS

Checking $ 44,673.81

Mission Plus 14,906.47

Mission Plus - Memorials 20,233.75

Mission Plus 28,200.13

TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS $ 108,014.16

OTHER CURRENT ASSETS

Prepaid Expenses 4,108.15

TOTAL OTHER CURRENT ASSETS 4,108.15

OTHER ASSETS

Parsonage 879,030.50

Building Improvements 32,176.61

TOTAL OTHER ASSETS 911,207.11

TOTAL ASSETS $1,023,329.42

LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE

Loan Payable $438,950.25

Prepaid 7,125.00

Designated Funds 96,192.98

Fund Balance 495,287.31

Net Income/(Loss) (14,226.12)

TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE $1,023,329.42


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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FOR THE BALANCE SHEET Additional assets are the church property

(Tract 10302, Lots 33 to 40, Block P) and equipment OTHER CURRENT ASSETS 2011 Prepaid Christmas Camp $270.15

Prepaid JH Winter Camp 261.00 Prepaid SH Winter Camp 257.00 Prepaid JH Summer Camp 516.00 Prepaid Workers Comp 2,804.00

TOTAL OTHER CURRENT ASSETS $ 4,108.15

OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES Prepaid Christmas Camp 4,310.00 Prepaid Jr High Winter Camp 1,055.00 Prepaid Sr High Winter Camp 735.00 Prepaid 2012 Offering 1,000.00 Project Linus 25.00 ` TOTAL OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES 7,125.00

DESIGNATED FUNDS Memorials 19,072.58

Benevolence 31,467.25 Maintenance Reserve 20,459.90 Women's Ministry 1,721.05 Children's Ministry 777.37 MomsNext 887.59 Computer Fund 300.02 Nursery 795.73 Choir - 2nd Service 2,515.00 Band Music Ministry 98.95 ESL Grant 1,000.00 Seminary Scholarship 498.79 Bibles (294.40) Nave Remodel Project 14,764.14 Leadership Development 591.13 Steeple Project (893.80) Band (designated by Eric) 2,431.68

TOTAL DESIGNATED FUNDS $ 96,192.98


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INCOME & EXPENDITURES ANALYSIS FOR 2011

INCOME DESIGNATED

OFFERINGS by MEMBERS

Pledges 312,543.94

Non-Pledges 72,367.14

Visitors 13,734.00

Loose 4,179.71

Special 8,522.60

TOTAL OFFERINGS $ 411,347.39

OTHER

Children's Ministry 1,095.00

Miscellaneous 58,925.94

TOTAL OTHER 60,020.94 Benevolence 79,724.09

TOTAL INCOME $ 471,368.33 79,724.09

OPERATING DISBURSEMENTS

Salaries & Benefits $ 290,661.44

Administration 22,406.11

Utilities 34,698.70

Facilities 41,901.08

Parsonage 52,814.97

TOTAL $ 442,482.30

MINISTRY AREAS

Congregational Care 216.83

Stewardship 846.27

Fellowship (84.20)

Missions 0.65

Outreach 740.43

Worship & Music 6,097.74

Children's Ministry 3,446.79

Youth Ministry 2,029.44

TOTAL MINISTRY AREAS

13,293.95


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BENEVOLENCES DESIGNATED

by MEMBERS

Evangelical Lutheran Church 12,046.09 6,438.00 Lutheran Charities 6,036.73 First - Inglewood 5,785.83 1,095.00 Lutheran Social Services 1,500.00 325.00 Lutheran Retreats Camps & Conf. 500.00 . Sharefest 1,200.00 Braden Buerkle 1,000.00

CAM International 1,000.00 120.00 Harbor Interfaith Center 1,500.00 Love INC 1,500.00 World Hunger 1,669.78 295.00 Habitat for Humanity 1,000.00 El Salvador 1,000.00 8,677.00 Bibles for RHLS 426.15 Disaster Relief - Haiti Earthquake 500.00 Disaster Relief - Japan 2,538.00 Disaster Relief - Tornadoes 420.00 Disaster Relief - Africa drought relief 828.00 World Vision 2,208.33 Imuka Singers 995.00 Watoto Choir 1,481.68 African Team Ministry 294.00 Miracle for Michael 21,741.83 Riviera Hall 300.00

TOTAL BENEVOLENCES 36,164.58 48,256.84

TOTAL OPERATING DISBURSEMENTS 491,940.83 48,256.84 OVER (UNDER) (20,572.50)

Children Camps

Christmas Camp 6,280.00 (7,334.33) (1,054.33) Splash Camp 114,964.83 (107,118.95) 7,845.88

Total Children Camps 6,791.55

Youth Camps

Jr High Winter 2,372.50 (2,742.00) (369.50) Sr High Winter 1,465.00 (1,427.00) 38.00 Easter Breakfast 377.33 377.33 Jr High Summer 4,620.00 (5,111.00) (491.00)

Total Youth Camps (445.17)

NET INCOME / (LOSS) (14,226.12) 31,467.25


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2011 2011 2012 Actuals Budget Budget INCOME

General Offerings

Pledges 312,543.94 321,460 298,610 Non-Pledges 72,367.14 88,216 60,000 Visitor 13,734.00 10,000 10,000 Loose 4,179.71 5,000 5,000 General Offerings 402,824.79 424,676 373,610 Special Offerings Reserve Fund 3,060.00 3,120 0 Initial 76.00 100 100 Lenten 813.50 1,000 1,000 Thanksgiving 1,068.10 300 300 Christmas 3,505.00 3,000 3,000 Total Special 8,522.60 7,520 4,400 Miscellaneous Income 58,925.94 56,200 55,900 Children's Ministry 1,095.00 2,800 1,750 Youth Ministry 300

TOTAL INCOME 471,368.33 491,196 435,960

OPERATING DISBURSEMENTS Salaries & Benefits 290,661.44 298,556 275,922 Administration 22,406.11 24,300 20,100 Utilities 34,698.70 35,400 35,700 Facilities 41,901.08 45,200 42,080 Parsonage 52,814.97 51,903 52,977 Cong Care 216.83 500 450 Stewardship 846.27 3,200 1,000 Fellowship (84.20) 2,200 1,000 Missions 0.65 100 100 Outreach 740.43 500 500 Worship & Music 6,097.74 7,000 7,000 Children's Ministry 3,446.79 4,500 4,750 Youth Ministry 2,029.44 2,560 3,030 Total Teams 13,293.95 20,560 17,830 Benevolence 36,164.58 38,221 33,625 TOTAL OPERATING DISBURSEMENTS 491,940.83 514,140 478,234

OVER (UNDER) (20,572.50) (22,944)

(42,274) Children Camps 6,791.55 7,680 2,875 Youth Camps (445.17) (1,521) (1,582) Total OVER (UNDER) (14,226.12) (16,785) (40,981)

PROPOSED 2012 BUDGET


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