1. A “Forward in Faith” Presentation Eden United Church of Christ
BLESSING OUR BUILDING
A “Forward in Faith” Presentation
Eden United Church of Christ
January 18, 2015

2. That’s one MAJOR Thing that’s going right
We’re Still Here!
That’s one MAJOR Thing that’s going right

3. (This is actually us…)

4. Inviting the Neighborhood…

5. To Worship in Peace and Grace

6. and Inspiring Music

7. This is ALSO (some of) us…

12. We plan a second century of caring…

13. It will take ALL OF US

14. It’s no secret… Our love for this building
is one way Eden has worshipped (loved) God

15. Our 100th Year (give or take some months) has been a time of MOMENTUM
in building care and outreach

16. A second century of caring requires:
FORWARD IN FAITH
A second century of caring requires:
“care and custody
of the property of
church as a sacred trust”

17. THE TRUSTEES MET January 13, 2015 : Trustees Kick Off Meeting
(Thanks for dinner, Ed and Debbie Lorenty)

18. What’s Going Right? We’re getting things done!
Nothing major has broken down.
We are sharing our building.
People are stepping up to help.

19. 1. We’re Getting Things Done
Gym Rehab
Windows
Gym Floor
Water Heater
West Stairway
Emma Fink Memorial Library
“Rec Room”

20. Thanks to our young adults!
Tim Betzolt, Jr.
Jeff Lorenty
and others…
For scrubbing, painting, fixing for OPEN GYM

21. and Hope Reyes for leadership

22. Windows Were Replaced

23. in Typical Generous Fashion

24. Also, Equipment Donations
Like this TV from Ryan and Jenny - good for outreach

25. We’re Fixing the Gym Floor
For a mission of wholesome recreation
By unanimous vote in August
$18,000+ raised so far…

26. Through Our Usual Hard Work

27. and Ingenuity

28. and $$$$$ from Others…
Like the Scouts

29. $5,000 grant received from North Shore Baptist Church
Even Baptists!
$5,000 grant received from North Shore Baptist Church

30. Old Floor Has Been Removed

31. Open Gym Reopened in November

32. The End is in Sight! As of November 1, about $10K was needed
Funds continue to come in…
Estimates have been received and ranked
Special thanks to Daryl Dahmer…
for closing the deal!

33. Water Heater Has Been Replaced

34. West Stairway Rehabbed

35. Emma Fink Memorial Library Dedicated

36. Archives Pruned and Sorted
Thanks to Duane Ulrich and Gene Schnarr

37. Room Painted, Carpeted for Jacki

38. SECOND FLOOR “REC ROOM”
In November

39. This Week

40. Thanks to these characters

41. and High School Volunteers
Arranged by
Debbie Miranda
and Hope Reyes

42. 2. Nothing major has broken down.

43. Thanks to years of wise care!

44. 3. We’re Sharing our Building
Boy Scouts Troop 963
Cub Scouts Pack 3963
European Fencing Club
Volga German Historical Society
Open Gym

45. The Scouts are a Blessing!

48. Word is spreading about Fencing

49. at American Historical Society
and our friends
at American Historical Society
of Germans from Russia

50. We’re Hosting a New Block Club

51. Trustees Other Volunteers Donors Tenants
4. People are Stepping Up
Trustees
Other Volunteers
Donors
Tenants

52. We’re moving...
Forward in
Faith

53. 2015 will be a year of Blessing our Building and Blessing
THROUGH our Building

54. Our commitment to share
It Will Take All of Us
Our commitment to share
Our vision to grow
Our faith to sustain

55. NEXT STEPS FOR TRUSTEES
Finish a Master List of Needs
Plan “Labors of Love” Day (2/15/15)
Coordinate Volunteers and Vendors
to meet needs throughout the year

56. TRUSTEES PLAY A LEAD ROLE
Tim Betzolt, Sr., Chair
Debbie Lorenty
_____________ Vacant Position
With many other helping hands…

57. PRIORITIES FOR 2015 Repairs and Replacements Which Will:
Avoid Greater Expense if Delayed
Save Energy Costs
Enhance “Rental” Income

58. THE 2015 LIST SO FAR… 1) Programmable Thermostats 2) Tuckpointing
3) Finish Gym floor retiling
4) Window handles in gym
5) Basement foundation cracks filled
6) Gutters, down spouts

59. THE LIST (continued)…
7) Seal Sidewalk between buildings 8) Sanctuary roof 9) Parsonage Leaks 10) Organ Repairs and Maintenance 11) Piano Repairs and Maintenance 12) Reattaching Screen to Bell Tower

60. HOW CAN YOU HELP? PRAY GIVE ROLL UP YOUR SLEEVES
REFER US TO QUALITY CONTRACTORS
EXPRESS APPRECIATION

61. But it’s Not ALL BIG STUFF
There many labors of love which will make a difference.
And don’t cost money…
YOU Can Help!

62. MAKE EDEN YOUR VALENTINE!
Labors of Love Work “Day”
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
11:15-12:15pm
Teams Clean, Organize Various Rooms
Followed by Lunch, 1pm

63. Thanks to Pastor Steve for this picture

64. Remember Why We’re Here
Like living stones,
let yourselves be built
into a spiritual house,
to be a holy priesthood,
to offer spiritual sacrifices
acceptable to
God through Jesus Christ.
-- 1 Peter 2:5