Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission Center

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Make Me
A
Servant
Cedar Valley-Nauvoo
Mission Center Conference
November 2, 2014
Cedar Valley Grove Campground
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Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission Center Conference – November 2, 2014
Welcome:
 Words of Welcome: Evelyn Dustin
 Hymn of Gathering: Hymn #77: Gather Your Children (Refer to page 30)
 Prayer of Invocation: Dan Spray
 Greetings from World Church and the Field
 Special Recognition of: Doug McFarlane, Rusti Sparks, Dan Spray, and Dale Warner
 Pre-Legislative Discussion
Order of Business:
 Call to Order
 Seating of Delegates (Refer to pages 4-6)
 Election of Conference Secretary
 Presentation of Standing Rules (Informational Purposes Only - Refer to page 6)
 Approval of Fall 2013 Conference Minutes (Refer to pages 7-9)
 Remarks by Doug McFarlane
Sustain Mission Center President and Financial Officer:
 Robert Cook, Mission Center President & Financial Officer
Sustain Mission Center Presidency:
 MC President & Financial Officer: Robert Cook
 Counselors to the MC President: Doug McFarlane and Deb Batey
 Community Leaders: Tom DeWitt, Evelyn Dustin, Ron Howell, Deb Luce, Brenda
Mitchell, and Mark Parrott
Sustain Ministries Chairs:
 Priesthood Ministries: Don & Evelyn Richardson
 Youth Ministries: Dennis LaRoque
Sustain Mission Center Council:
 Consists of members of the Presidency and the Ministries Chairs listed above
Sustain Other Mission Center Roles:
 Counselors to the Mission Center Financial Officer: Rex Sandidge and Jane McDonald
 Mission Center President Campground Rep: Dan Spray
 Mission Center Historian: Brenda Mitchell
 Mission Center Recorder: Gayla Burgess
 Mission Center Bookkeeper: Bobbi Mitchell
 Mission Center Outreach International Reps: Carolyn & Dick Otis
 Mission Center Temple School Rep: Linda Etchison
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Election of Mission Center Campgrounds Board of Directors:
1-yr Term
1-yr Term
2-yr Term
2-yr Term
3-yr Term
3-yr Term
MC President Rep, Ex-Officio
MC Financial Officer, Ex-Officio
Youth Ministries Co-Chairs, Ex-Officio
2014
Roger Reid
Shirley Spray
Jane McDonald
Tom Seaver
Carolyn Otis
Alan Savage
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Dale Warner
2015 Carry Over/Elected
Jane McDonald
Tom Seaver
Carolyn Otis
Alan Savage
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_______________
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Dennis LaRoque
Election of Cedar Valley Grove Operations Group:
1-yr Term
1-yr Term
2-yr Term
2-yr Term
3-yr Term
3-yr Term
CVG Resident Manager, Ex-Officio
2014
Anita Zahniser
Bruce Davis
Ben Barber
Dave Loy
Scott Gelande
Lisa Hill
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Christopher LeVan
Ben Barber
Dave Loy
Scott Gelande
Lisa Hill
_____________________
_____________________
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Kent LeVan
Election of Camp Nauvoo Operations Group:
1-yr Term
1-yr Term
2-yr Term
2-yr Term
3-yr Term
3-yr Term
Camp Nauvoo Caretaker
& Reservations, Ex-Officio
2014
Lee Ourth
Lynn Poplett
Wil Wiemann
Tim Dustin
Deb Batey
Hugh Ferguson
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Lee Ourth
Wil Wiemann
Tim Dustin
Deb Batey
Hugh Ferguson
______________________
______________________
Dan Spray
Robert Cook
Penny Tinsley
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Consideration of Priesthood Calls & Ordinations:
 Lachlan Mackay, Seventy
 Evelyn Richardson, Seventy (Will be ordained if approved)
Don Richardson, High Priest/Evangelist (Will be ordained if approved)
Presentation of Informational Reports (Refer to pages 10-28)
Consideration of Camp Nauvoo Building Addition (Refer to additional handout)
Consideration/Approval of Proposed 2015 Mission Center Budget (Refer to pages 27-29)
New Business: Presentation of new business submitted by 8:00 AM on November 2, 2014
Adjournment:
 Motion to Adjourn
 Hymn of Sending Forth: Hymn #648: Sent Forth by God’s Blessing (Refer to page 30)
 Benediction: Ron Howell
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Community Group Information:
Evelyn Dustin Community Leader: Burlington, Carthage, Ft Madison, Mt Pleasant, Muscatine
Ron Howell, Community Leader: Hannibal, Keokuk, Nauvoo, New Canton, Quincy
Brenda Mitchell, Community Leader: Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Maquoketa, Waterloo
Mark Parrott, Community Leader: City Center, Davenport, Moline, Willow Grove
Tom DeWitt & Deb Luce, Co-Community Leaders: Galesburg, Pekin, Rock Falls
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Seating of 2014 Mission Center Conference Delegates
Total allotted for 2014: 101 + 9 Ex-Officio = 110 Possible Delegates
Congregation
Delegates
Larry Turley
Linda Turley
Lois Blythe
Ike Blythe
Dale Warner
Carole Warner
Dawn Durgin
Tom Durgin
Alternates
Burlington (8)
1.
2.
3.
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6.
7.
8.
Carthage (2)
1. Randallynn Smith
2. Diane Mayfield
1. Nora Howell
2. Carol Brooks
Cedar Rapids (16)
1. Dave Loy
2. Cathy Loy
3. Roger Reid
4. Sue Reid
5. Steve Mitchell
6. Bobbi Mitchell
7. Meredith Mitchell
8. Andrew Webber
9. Vicki Early
10. Kaitlyn Early
11. Josh Goff
12. George Barber
13. Diane Barber
14. Dorothy Birky
15. Lloyd Tripp
16. Sally Tripp
1. Bob Richards
2. Lynn Richards
3. Claire Leonard
4. Bud Leonard
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16.
City Center (1)
1. Arlene Rundle
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Davenport (5)
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Ft Madison (4)
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Galesburg (8)
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Hannibal (3)
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Jane McDonald
Joan Anderson
Karla Enright
Rick Enright
Cheryl Ballantyne
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7.
8.
John Ballantyne
Cameron Ballantyne
Alice Thiemann
Jean O’Keefe
1.
2.
3.
4.
Carol Carpenter
LeRoy Carpenter
Bonnie King
Marlene Lindner
Marilyn Rice
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2.
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Congregation
Delegates
Alternates
Iowa City (6)
1.
2.
3.
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6.
Fred Norberg
Carolyn Otis
Judy Pfohl
John Saur
Lee Wakefield
Sue Wakefield
1.
2.
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5.
6.
Keokuk (3)
1. Hugh Ferguson
2. Tonya Ferguson
3. Lana Proctor
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2.
3.
Maquoketa (2)
1. Carole Kasowski
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Moline (4)
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Mt Pleasant (2)
1. Kimberlee Burnett
2. John Robertson
1. Theresa Robertson
2. Shirley Spray
Muscatine (8)
1. Sandy Blanchard
2. Bette Williams
3. Anita Zahniser
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Nauvoo (7)
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1. Linda Etchison
2. Karen Ourth
3.Todd Batey
4. Deb Batey
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New Canton (3)
1. Doris Johnson
2. Dennis Johnson
3.Mary Jo Phillips
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Pekin (5)
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1. Julie Brownlee
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Quincy (3)
1. Rex Sandidge
2. Julie Sandidge
3. Dorothy Mortimore
1. Ralph Mortimore
2. Mike Will
3. Becky Will
Rock Falls (2)
1. Kim Crump
2. Norman Shotwell
1. James Crump
2. Alka Bond
Paul Lindburg
Pat Reaves
Beverley Lindburg
Pam Tisdale
Lee Ourth
Lois DiPrima
Linda Hardy
Penny Tinsley
Tim Tinsley
Dan Burford
Janet Burford
Diane Poplett
Lynn Poplett
Myra Elliott
Kris Smith
Dennis Smith
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Congregation
Delegates
Alternates
Waterloo (5)
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2.
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Lynn Argotsinger
Pam Argotsinger
Susan McFarlane
Julie Parrott
Beth Sindt
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Willow Grove (4)
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Carl Hoyt
Kay Hoyt
Chip Morter
Shirley Morter
1. David Swift
2. Dave Maslowski
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4.
Ex-Officio (11): Doug McFarlane, Dan Spray, Rusti Sparks, Robert Cook, Gayla Burgess, Evelyn Dustin,
Ron Howell, Mark Parrott, Brenda Mitchell
Total Seated:
Total Ex-Officio Seated:
Grand Total Seated:
2/3 Vote:
Standing Rules – Fall Conference 2014
1. The mission center presidency will preside over the conference and its organization.
2. The mission center presidency shall formulate and adjust the agenda as required. Therefore, printed
and/or electronic agendas are for guidance only and shall not be considered either general or specific
orders.
3. The legislative body authorized to conduct business on behalf of the Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission
Center will consist of persons who are members in good standing, have their membership registered in one
of the congregations of the mission center or whose membership is in the process of transfer to said
congregation, have been duly elected as delegates by the congregation within the mission center where
they are registered as a member, and are approved and seated as a delegate at the mission center
conference.
4. Delegates will be certified in the opening legislative session, identified with name badges, and seated on
the conference floor. For purposes of mission center legislation, only delegate votes will be counted.
5. The mission center budget shall be considered as a whole. After explanation and information have been
given to the conference by the mission center financial officer, the entire budget shall be open for
discussion and amendment prior to a final vote being taken on the total budget.
6. All items of new business and substantial amendments that arise thereto must be submitted to the
conference secretary in writing with the name of the mover attached.
7. The time limit for introduction of new business shall be set at 8:00 a.m. Sunday, November 2, 2014, by
which time all items of new business must be in the hands of the conference secretary. This time limit
does not apply to items introduced by the mission center committees, mission center presidency, or the
mission center financial officer.
8. Standing rules adopted by two-thirds vote. Any of these standing rules may be suspended by a majority
vote of the body without debate. A two-thirds vote will be required to amend or repeal these standing
rules.
9. The rules contained in the current edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised shall govern all
conferences of the church in all cases where they are culturally appropriate and where they are not in
conflict with these rules of order or any special rules of order adopted by the appropriate conference.
Submitted to pastors to pass onto elected, congregational delegates/alternates 10/07/2014
Gayla J. Burgess, MC Administrative Assistant
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Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission Center Conference
November 3, 2013 @ Camp Nauvoo
Welcome: Doug McFarlane
Hymn of Gathering: HS#313 Redeemer of Israel
Prayer of Invocation: Myra Elliott
Greetings from World Church: Apostle Barbara Carter
Special Recognitions:
 Doug McFarlane read a letter from Mark Scherer, World Church Historian, in special recognition of Beverley
Lindburg for her service over the last several years as Mission Center Historian.
 Doug McFarlane shared a special recognition for the Clinton congregation and Rita Dennis, Pastor.
Pre-Legislative Discussion:
 Dale Warner presented a proposal from Youth Ministries to change the camp/reunion dates for 2015 due to
conflicts with school release/events running later each year causing Sr High youth not to be able to attend
camp. Bette Williams spoke to the fact that some do not like the back-to-back reunion dates.
 Rita Dennis and Elna Wilke, former pastor and financial officer of Clinton, spoke to the congregation’s
wishes regarding the designation of monies from the sale of the building/assets:
o $10,000 to Sterling-Rock Falls congregation
o $10,000 to City Center Ministries
o $5,000 for youth camp scholarships
o $5,000 to local charities in Clinton (Habitat for Humanity & YWCA Domestic Violence)
o Remaining balance to CVG; with principal of assets to remain intact and the interest used at the
discretion of the CVG Operations group
 Susan Wakefield requested the conference minutes be shared sooner than the next year’s conference. It
was clarified that the minutes need to be approved by the presidency before they can be shared and would
be distributed electronically to pastors to share with their congregations upon approval.
 Robert Cook, MC Financial Officer, shared that the Clinton congregation has received and accepted an offer
from a Baptist congregation to purchase the building and its assets. The sale is pending until the sale of
the Baptist’s current building.
 Robert Cook shared an update on the land-locked four acres in Rock Island, IL. The land was recently
assessed and the taxes were reduced to a fourth of what they were previously. There is a prospective
buyer for the larger, adjoining property so our sale will be put on hold to see if that party would be
interested in purchasing the four acres as well.
 Robert Cook shared that he previously spoke with the following people about filling open spots on the
campgrounds board/operation groups to ensure we don’t end up with vacant spots if there are not enough
nominations from the floor: 1) Carolyn Otis & Alan Savage (Campgrounds Board), 2) Scott Gelande and
Lisa Hill (CVG Operations), and 3) Hugh Ferguson and Deb Batey (Camp Nauvoo Operations). Robert also
shared special words of thanks to John Robertson for his service as former Chair of the Camp Nauvoo
Operations group.
 Budget Discussion: Robert Cook
o Camp Nauvoo: $77,000 under misc represents a transfer of $75,000 into AIP account
o MC Budget: Congregational assessment dropped from $34/person to $30/person
o MC Budget: Campground ministry items are same amounts as last year. CVG received additional
monies last year to bring grounds up-to-date. Campground Board received $5000 last year which
was earmarked for specific updates at CVG that were completed or are close to completion. This
year the Campgrounds Board is requesting $4,000 for use in hiring cooking/nursing personnel for
camps; if needed.
o Lynn Poplett asked if amount specified for IYF/Spec 2014 would be enough. Robert Cook clarified
that fundraising and other funds are available to help cover costs.
Call to Order: Doug McFarlane assumed chair and called the conference to order
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Seating of Delegates: Gayla Burgess seated 88/114 delegates. David Swift moved to accept the delegates as
presented, seconded. Vote taken, carried. (2/3 vote would be 58)
Election of Conference Secretary: Lee Ourth nominated Gayla Burgess, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Presentation of Standing Rules: Dave Loy moved to accept as presented, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Approval of fall 2012 Minutes: Brenda Mitchell moved to accept minutes, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Mission Center President: Apostle Carter assumed chair and read a letter from World church in support
of Doug McFarlane as MC President. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Mission Center Financial Officer: Apostle Carter read a letter from World Church in support of Robert
Cook as Mission Center Financial Officer. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Mission Center Presidency: Doug McFarlane assumed chair.
 Doug McFarlane, MC President (sustained above)
 Robert Cook, MCFO (sustained above)
 Larry McGuire, Spiritual Advisor: John Robertson moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Rusti Sparks and Dan Spray, Counselors: Julie Parrott moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Gayla Burgess, MC Administrative Assistant: Dan Spray moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Mark Parrott, Evelyn Dustin, Ron Howell, and Brenda Mitchell, Community Leaders: Dale Warner moved,
seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Various Ministries Chairs:
 Robert Cook, Generosity Ministries: Paul Lindburg moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Don & Evelyn Richardson, Priesthood Ministries: Ron Howell moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 TBD, Young Adult Ministries: Will be approved by Presidency
 Larry McGuire, Missionary Ministries: Larry Turley moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Dale Warner, Youth Ministries: Lois Blythe moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Mission Center Council: Consists of members of the Presidency and Ministries Chairs
 Judy LeVan moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Sustain Other Mission Center Roles:
 Brenda Mitchell, Mission Center Historian: Bette Williams moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Gayla Burgess, Mission Center Recorder: Lee Ourth moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Bobbi Mitchell, Mission Center Bookkeeper: Dave Loy moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Carolyn & Dick Otis, MC Outreach International: Anita Smith moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
 Linda Etchison, Mission Center Temple School: Karen Ourth moved, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Election of Mission Center Campgrounds Board of Directors: Dan Spray assumed chair.
 Nominations for 3-year terms (2): Bette Williams nominated Carolyn Otis and Alan Savage. Vote taken,
carried.
Election of Cedar Valley Grove Operations Group:
 Nominations for 3-year terms (2): Carl Hoyt nominated Scott Gelande and Lisa Hill. Vote taken, carried.
 Nominations for 2-year term (1): Scott Gelande nominated Ian Chesnutt. Kent LeVan nominated Dave Loy.
Vote taken, Dave Loy was elected.
Election of Camp Nauvoo Operations Group:
 Nominations for 3-year terms (2): Lee Ourth nominated Hugh Ferguson and Deb Batey. Vote taken,
carried.
 Nominations for 2-year term (1): Deb Batey nominated Julie Benge. Linda Hardy nominated herself. Dale
Warner nominated Wil Wiemann. Vote taken, Wil Wiemann was elected.
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Prayer for Leadership, Councils/Boards, Pastors, and Congregations: Carol Carpenter
Consideration of Priesthood Calls: Apostle Carter assumed chair and spoke to the call of Mark Parrott to the
office of High Priest. Doug McFarlane assumed chair and shared his testimony in support of the call. Mark shared
testimony to his call. Susan McFarlane moved to accept the call; seconded. Floor opened for testimonies in support
of the call. Vote taken, carried. Ordination will occur at later date.
Presentation of Informational Reports: Robert Cook assumed chair and shared information on the
organization of the budget reports in the conference brochure and that the Campgrounds’ budgets will be audited
by World Church beginning in 2014/2015. Robert also shared that the campground operation groups’ budgets are
approved by the Campgrounds Board so they do not have to be approved by the conference body. Anita Smith
moved to accept all audited reports for campgrounds and mission center, seconded. Floor opened for discussion;
none received. Vote taken, carried.
Consideration/Approval of Recommended 2014 Mission Center Budget: Evelyn Richardson moved to
accept the 2014 recommended budget as presented, seconded. Floor opened for discussion; none received. Vote
taken, carried.
New Business: Doug McFarlane assumed chair.
 Brenda Mitchell moved that the conference accept the recommendations of the former Clinton
congregation in regards to the disposition of the net proceeds of the sale of their buildings, seconded.
Floor opened for discussion; none received. Vote taken, carried.
 Rex Sandidge moved that a vote be taken to approve the 2014 Campgrounds’ Operation Groups budgets,
seconded. Floor opened for discussion. Rex Sandidge shared his recollection that the conference has
always voted on the Operation Groups’ budgets. Robert Cook, MC Financial Officer clarified that the
Campgrounds Operations Groups’ budgets are approved by the Campgrounds Board based on the
Campgrounds Board charter. Vote taken, defeated.
Adjournment: Dawn Durgin moved to adjourn, seconded. Vote taken, carried.
Hymn of Sending Forth: HS# 483 The Lord Bless You and Keep You
Benediction: Ron Howell
Respectfully submitted to MC Presidency for Approval 11/23/13
Gayla Burgess, Conference Secretary
Approved by the Mission Center Presidency on 11/23/13
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Reports Presented for Informational Purposes Only
Priesthood Ministries Report
Doctrine and Covenants 163:6a reads: “Priesthood is a sacred covenant involving the highest form of
stewardship of body, mind, spirit, and relationships. The priesthood shall be composed of people of
humility and integrity, who are willing to extend themselves in service for others and for the well-being
of the faith community.” With these words in mind, we set our goal to support and to help the
priesthood of the Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center.
Some highlights from Priesthood Ministries in 2014:
 A letter of introduction was sent out to all mission center priesthood asking for feedback on ways
we could help and support them in their ministry.
 Contact was made with pastors and community group leaders to see that all priesthood members
had a copy of the resource entitled, Ministry and Priesthood.
 Along with Evelyn Dustin, we planned the November 1st priesthood retreat that was held at Cedar
Valley Grove Campground. Guest ministry was provided by Michele McGrath, Apostolic Assistant
to the Northeast Field, and the theme was “Priesthood Faithfulness – Magnifying Our Calling” and
focused on the Mission Initiatives.
 We also shared ministry on the mission center guest speaking schedule and offered support and
encouragement to each congregation we shared in.
We continue to support the priesthood of the mission center and welcome feedback and contact
whenever we can support them in their ministry.  Don & Evelyn Richardson, Priesthood Ministries
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International Youth Forum (IYF) Report
IYF 2014, “Courage To,” was held in Independence, Missouri from July 15th through July 18th. IYF,
which stands for International Youth Forum, is a gathering of youth and youth leaders from different
delegations across the world. There are IYF events held in locations across the globe, such as Honduras,
which hosted an IYF event a week before the USA event, and another IYF event was hosted by the
Dominican Republic a couple weeks after the USA event. IYF is held once every four years.
We are fortunate, as members of Community of Christ and the Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center, that
we are able to participate in such a great youth event. It is wonderful to see youth from around the
world impacting each other, learning about other cultures, and sharing in worship and fellowship. Two
youth and two staff members attended the USA IYF event. Each day consisted of worship services,
classes, and small group sessions made up of youth from different delegations. Our staff had the
opportunity to lead a small group session. We hope our youth experienced true community and learned
that, through Christ, they have the courage to spread God’s love to all. Even though IYF is only held
every few years, I would encourage our youth to start thinking about the 2018 event, as IYF is an
opportunity no youth or adult should miss if given the chance. Alan & Colleen Savage, Youth Ministries
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Spectacular Report
The mission center had seven campers and two staff members join with staff and youth from the Prairie
Bluffs and Lamoni-Heartland mission centers to form the Heart of America (HOA) delegation for
Spectacular 2014. New for the 2014 event, youth who had completed ninth grade were also invited to
attend. The theme for the event was “Beyond.” This year campers had the opportunity to interact with
youth from all over the world who had come to the United States for the USA IYF event prior to SPEC.
The mission of Spectacular is to create a safe, Christ-centered community that encourages youth to
discover God, their inherent worth, and to cultivate and express their giftedness. Approximately 1,100
campers and leaders gathered at Graceland University for SPEC 2014, the largest annual gathering of
youth in Community of Christ.
Campers had the opportunity to participate in leadership and discipleship development, diverse worship,
and expression of art, music, and sports. During the week, campers had the opportunity to share in all
avenues of the SPEC experience including service projects, communication workshops, basketball,
musical instruction, table tennis, stage production, worship, delegation devotions, volleyball, tie-dying,
cotton candy, discussions about dating and relationships, learning more about our Creator, soccer, and
much more. Thank you to the Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center for supporting this awesome
opportunity for our youth. 
Lynn Argotsinger, Youth Ministries
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Youth Ministries Report
The 2014 camping season had its ups and downs this year. The snowy winter interfered with campers
attending Sr High Camp because of a longer school year due to snow days. Jr Camp at CVG had a
“swimmingly” good time during their camp as they were challenged by rain, but despite the weather, 79
campers enjoyed their time at CVG.
Youth Ministries would like to thank all the congregations and individuals who supported the campers
financially so that as many youth as possible could attend camps. This generous support has a lasting
effect on all the youth. In addition to all the campers the congregations and individuals supported,
Youth Ministries assisted 11 campers financially. Youth Ministries is honored to be able to support the
youth as well; but this year has financially stressed our budget, so the need for “camp angels” who
financially donate for youth to attend camp is an ever present blessing and need. If you have an
interest in donating to Youth Ministries to help fund youth to attend camps, please send your
contributions to Diane Poplett, Treasurer for Youth Ministries, at 217 Maple Dr., Pekin, IL 61554.
Of course, we must not forget to thank our directors and staff members who so freely share their time,
talents, and love of youth ministries with the mission center. We welcome all nurses, cooks, and
individuals with skills in the areas of crafts, recreation, and teaching. Please feel free to contact any of
the Youth Ministries team if you would be interested in sharing your time and talents. Please note,
camps cannot occur without a registered nurse on the grounds at all times; we struggle to fill this role
each year, so, please, if you are a registered nurse in the state of Illinois and/or Iowa, please consider
donating your much needed talents and time.
We are pleased to report that two campers attended IYF and seven campers attended SPEC. Both of
these events are exciting and inspirational for the youth and staff that attend. The opportunity to
associate with church youth and ministers from around the world is a memorable experience for all.
Youth Ministries makes every effort to provide safe, fun environments for learning life lessons from a
Christian viewpoint. If you ever have concerns about a camp event, please be sure to express them to
the Youth Ministries team. We also love suggestions on improving the youth program; so feel free to
contact us anytime. 
Diane Poplett, Youth Ministries
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2013 Year End Youth Ministries Council Treasury Report
Submitted by Diane Poplett, Treasurer, Youth Ministries
Income
Registrations
Campership Contributions
Transfers
Other
Total Income
Totals
2,775.00
980.00
4,589.90
948.46
$9,293.36
Balance as of January 1, 2013
Balance as of December 31, 2013
$1,805.11
$4,121.69
Expenses
Administrative
Advertising
Camp Advances
Camperships/Registrations
Education
MC Copier Rental SRH
Campground Donations
Bank Charges
Total Expenses
Totals
228.09
1,035.20
1,000.00
4,237.55
250.00
159.56
1,370.00
33.45
$8,313.85
2014 Summer Youth Camp Program Report
Jr Camp – CVG
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Net Financial Status
Totals
17
20
1,942.00
(2,502.94)
-$ (560.94)
Jr High Camp - CVG
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Totals
34
27
6,106.50
5,789.13
$ 317.37
SPEC 2014
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Totals
7
2
3,265.00
(3,635.66)
-$ (370.66)
Jr Camp - Nauvoo
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Totals
14
23
1,250.00
(1,345.62)
-$ (95.63)
Sr High Camp - Nauvoo
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Totals
14
13
1,925.00
(2,308.80)
-$ (383.80)
IYF 2014
Registered Campers
Staff
Income
Expense
Totals
2
2
1,205.00
(1,514.51)
-$ (309.51)
2014 Youth Ministries Council Treasury Report
Herget Bank
Youth Ministries Account
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
YMC Retreat Ministries
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
Totals
$4,121.69
$ 399.32
Bridge Community Bank
YMC – Jr Camp - CVG
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
$600.00
$ 94.20
$691.01
$691.01
YMC – Jr High Camp - CVG
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
$529.49
$846.86
State Bank of Nauvoo
YMC – Jr Camp - Nauvoo
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
Totals
$600.00
$504.38
YMC – Sr High - Nauvoo
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
$627.45
$235.71
YMC – SPEC
January 1, 2014
September 30, 2014
Totals
Totals
$610.80
$500.00
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Mission Center Financial Officer Report from Robert Cook
This past year there have been several congregations that have had significant issues requiring my assistance. In
addition, I promoted the importance of congregational audits and recruited Lynn Poplett and Lee Wakefield to
assist on my behalf.
Campground issues were mostly positive. CVG is exploring the purchase of portable cabins by individuals to expand
available housing and promote additional use of the grounds. Camp Nauvoo has appointed a building committee,
engaged an architect, and is preparing to begin new construction on modern housing facilities. 
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Campgrounds Board Report from Robert Cook
For 2014, the Campgrounds Board of Directors conducted an experiment to see if providing a stipend to nurses and
cooks would substantially improve recruiting them to staff the summer camping events. The results were mixed
and the Campgrounds Board has proposed a second, limited experiment in 2015.
Over the last few years, the Campgrounds Board has discussed the basic philosophy of financing the campgrounds
and decided it is not helpful for the mission center to try to make each campground individually self-supporting, but
rather that the two campgrounds, together, should be viewed as a major mission center program and financing
provided by the mission according to need.
The Board has been busy recently overseeing two expansion projects at Camp Nauvoo. One project involves the
purchase of three acres of land that separates two parts of the Camp Nauvoo property. The second project
involves the construction of motel-style rooms to supplement and improve housing at Camp Nauvoo.
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Camp Nauvoo 2014 Operations Report from Deb Batey
Camp Nauvoo has had a busy and exciting year! There is a large youth contingent using the campground; our
family camp population is nearly 50% youth. With the large number of youth attending various events,
incorporating more youth activities has been a goal. The basketball courts have been updated and nine holes of
disc golf have been added. The shower house has been updated and several cabins have been remodeled.
Concrete was also poured for the caretaker’s residence.
Camp Nauvoo is usually fully booked during the camping season and, with this in mind, options for adding to the
sleeping capacity of the grounds are being investigated. A building committee has been formed, which has been in
discussion with an architect to investigate the various options. As we move forward and bring a final decision to
vote, we ask for prayers for guidance from above. 
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Cedar Valley Grove 2014 Operations Report from Kent LeVan
Another camping season at CVG is over. This year rain challenged us and, due to the ground being so saturated,
we did lose several of our large walnut trees near the lodge and sustained flooding in areas not affected before.
The Ping Pong tables were a hit so we are investigating other activities such as low rope activities. The kiln was
used for craft classes. Building improvements include adding another screen shelter before Reunion 2015; which
will bring the total to three, upgrades to the shower house, and a possible “cabin community”. The Operations
Group is always interested in suggestions and feedback, so feel free to contact any of the Operations Group
members to share your thoughts and don’t forget to ask about our “cabin community” idea!
There are workdays every third Saturday of the month from May through October for basic upkeep and
maintenance activities, but there are also scheduled workdays throughout the year to prepare the grounds for
camps and reunion. If you have a couple hours free and would like to help, contact Kent Levan (319-350-4394 or
klevan@aol.com). Everyone is welcome and we appreciate your gift of time whenever you are available. We offer
a special thanks to everyone who came out and worked this year and hope we can count on you for next year.
Bob Richards has the task of installing/removing the green canvas shelter walls to a science and it only takes about
three hours to install them with the right instructions and willing hands.
CVG is open and accessible all year long. Last winter there were several 15’ piles of snow that would have made
great snow forts and sledding hills so keep CVG in mind for winter activities such as ice skating, cross country
skiing, and sledding. CVG always has a place for hot chocolate, snacks, and great outdoor winter activities!
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Camp Nauvoo Reunion Financial Report 2014
June 21 to June 27, 2014 – Prepared by Robert Cook, Business Manager – Data as of 9/11/14
Inflows
Sunday
Paypal
Wednesday
Other Donations
Registration
Late
Uncashed
Total Inflows:
Registration
2014 = 148
2013 = 135
2012 = 156
2011 = 175
2010 = 152
2009 = 134
2008 = 116
2007 = 140
Totals
2,357.89
0.00
1,125.00
2,478.00
1,220.89
50.00
175.34
$7,231.78
Surplus
1,631.62
2,838.98
2,122.12
2,652.42
4,048.51
4,642.95
3,699.85
3,407.79
Outflows
Administrative
Canteen
Children
Cooks
Evening Activities
Groceries
Guest Ministry
Ministry
Recreation
Youth
Total Outflows:
Registration
2006 = 131
2005 = History Reunion
2004 = 121
2003 = 137
2002 = 145
2001 = 140
2000 = 182
1999 = 178
Totals
147.07
0.00
239.48
600.00
25.34
4,133.27
455.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
$5,600.16
Surplus
3,231.75
N/A
5,232.04
2,499.98
3,769.56
3,519.66
3,884.61
3,538.09
Cedar Valley Grove Reunion Financial Report 2013
6/1/14 thru 10/15/14 – Prepared by Lee Wakefield, Business Manager – Data as of 10/13/14
INCOME
Offerings: Food
OI
Other
Service
Total Offerings
Camping Income
Food Income
Rent/Cedars/Cabin#1
Total Various Income
Total Reunion Income
Surplus Report
Registrations
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
TOTALS
40.00
1,179.00
668.00
3,103.50
$4,990.50
280.00
1,485.00
1,565.00
$3,330.00
$8,320.50
2005 thru 10/15/13
Surplus to CVG
3,199.39
3,568.17
1,938.01
3,212.50
2,876.43
2,767.03
2,646.36
3,015.00
4,000.00
EXPENSES
Canteen
CVG Donation
Food
Guest Ministry Expenses
TOTALS
60.00
3,199.39
1,856.00
949.00
Food: 25.00
Lodging: 55.00
Transportation: 869.00
OI
Program Fees
1,179.00
396.00
Activity: 112.00
Class: 244.00
Supplies: 40.00
Equipment Rental
Staff Expenses
288.11
393.00
Supplies: 128.00
Transportation: 265.00
Total Expenses
Total Income
Total Income/Expenses
$8,320.50
$8,320.50
$ 0.00
Not recorded on indiv. camper basis
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2013 Auditor’s Report – Camp Nauvoo
September 15, 2014
Auditor’s Report To:
Robert Cook, MC Financial Officer
Community of Christ
I have reviewed the financial books and statements of revenue and expenditures
for Camp Nauvoo between the dates of January 1, 2013 and December 31, 2013.
Based on my review, I feel that the financial records referred to above present
fairly the financial position of Camp Nauvoo and the results of its operations for
the above stated dates.
See the following audited Camp Nauvoo 2013
End of Year Budget Report through 12/31/13 for financial data.
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AUDITED Camp Nauvoo 2013 End of Year Financial Report thru 12/31/2013
OPERATING INCOME & RESERVES XFERS
2013 Budget
2013 Actuals
INCOME
Rentals – Affiliated
48,000.00
55,791.95
TRANSFERS
Youth Camp Surplus
Conferences & Reunion #2 Surplus
Affiliate Investment Pool
Mission Center Appropriation
Uncommitted Previous Year Carryover
Year-End Pass thru MC Contributions
750.00
2,000.00
0.00
13,750.00
0.00
0.00
685.00
3,073.98
0.00
13,750.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
5,000.00
$69,500.00
0.00
0.00
5,490.35
$78,791.28
OTHER
Bequests/Memorials
Miscellaneous
Other
GRAND TOTAL OPERATING INCOME
OPERATING EXPENSES
ADMINISTRATION
Administration – General
Resident Manager’s Stipend
Employee Tax
Insurance (RE, Off & Dir, Worker’s Comp)
Advertising
Hotel/Motel Tax & Associated Miscellaneous
FACILITIES/GROUNDS
Camp Supplies
Equipment Operation/Repair/Maintenance
Equipment Replacement
Buildings & Grounds
Utilities
Development Projects
GRAND TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES
NET OPERATIONAL INCOME & EXPENSES
Transfer to Cornerstone Fund
NET INCOME & EXPENSES/TRANSFERS TO AIP
AIP CORNERSTONE FUND
2013 Budget
2013 Actuals
200.00
6,000.00
500.00
10,000.00
300.00
3,700.00
1,287.98
6,212.00
475.20
11,817.00
175.00
2,482.82
2,300.00
2,000.00
3,000.00
12,000.00
18,000.00
10,000.00
$68,000.00
4,554.36
1,175.93
0.00
12,891.85
20,783.53
7,887.03
$69,742.70
$1,500.00
$9,048.58
0.00
0.00
$68,000.00
$9,048.58
Jan 1, 2013
$210,208.52
Dec 31, 2013
$237,209.22
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Camp Nauvoo 2014 Budgeted vs. Actuals Financial Report & Proposed 2015 Budget
RENTALS/LEASE
Rentals – Non-Affiliated
2014 Annual
Budget
Actuals Thru
8/31/2014
Notes
2015
Proposed Budget
50,000.00
67,682.53
60,000.00
4,000.00
0.00
13,750.00
5,000.00
500.00
0.00
0.00
13,750.00
19,084.26
0.00
2,000.00
0.00
13,750.00
5,000.00
500.00
0.00
300.00
5,000.00
0.00
0.00
3,095.00
0.00
300.00
5,000.00
$78,550.00
$103,611.79
$86,550.00
2014 Annual
Budget
Actuals Thru
8/31/2014
TRANSFERS
Youth Camp/Reunion Surplus
Year-End Pass thru MC-CN Contributions
OTHER
Bequests/Memorials
Miscellaneous (Sale of Washing Machine)
Miscellaneous (Direct Contributions)
OPERATING EXPENSE
ADMINISTRATION OVERALL
Administration (Less Resident Manager)
Insurance (RE/Off/Dir)
Advertising
Bank Charges
Registrations/Licenses
Office Supplies
Audit
Website Operational & Domain Renewal Fees
Hotel/Motel Tax (City of Nauvoo)
State of Illinois Hotel Operators Occupation Tax
Credit Cards Rental Payments Processing Fee
Administration Miscellaneous
Notes
2015
Proposed Budget
11,000.00
300.00
300.00
0.00
100.00
150.00
100.00
3,800.00
0.00
0.00
200.00
280.00
0.00
7.94
80.70
105.67
0.00
0.00
2,341.94
124.94
768.90
186.47
13,500.00
500.00
100.00
100.00
200.00
150.00
100.00
3,800.00
2,500.00
1,000.00
0.00
6,000.00
500.00
500.00
0.00
0.00
3,910.00
299.20
725.00
180.00
449.50
6,000.00
500.00
1,000.00
360.00
300.00
Supplies: Consumable (Cleaning) & Infrastructure
5,000.00
11,339.24
Equipment (Non-existing)
Existing Equipment (Replacement)
Existing Equipment (Repair & Maintenance)
General: Non-Building (Inc Vehicle POL & Roads)
0.00
0.00
3,000.00
1,000.00
0.00
1,419.94
1,097.52
7,152.37
General: Grounds & Roads (Inc Vehicle POL)
2,500.00
5,000.00
0.00
0.00
8,543.31
0.00
Administration (Resident Manager)
Salary
Withholding (FICA/Medicare/Taxes)
Workers Compensation
Cell Phone Reimbursement
Mileage Reimbursement
FACILITIES/GROUNDS
Building Structural & Internal Services/Maintenance
Development Projects
Inc 9,011.73
Infrastructure
Inc 636.54 gas ’14
Actual Expense
5,000.00
0.00
4,000.00
3,000.00
3,000.00
0.00
5,000.00
0.00
Continued on Next Page
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2014 Annual
Budget
OPERATING EXPENSE
UTILITIES
Actuals Thru
8/31/2014
Notes
2015
Proposed Budget
(inclusive of trash collection, electricity, natural
gas, phone, water/sewer)
22,000.00
15,247.12
Equipment Replacement Reserve Account
Lodging Construction Project #1
19,600.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
14,440.00
$78,550.00
$54,259.76
$30,267.77
$86,550.00
NET INCOME & EXPENSES
$0.00
CASH ASSETS (Non Real Estate)
Checking Account Uncommitted Funds
Camp Nauvoo Cornerstone AIP Fund
TOTAL CASH ASSETS (Non Real Estate)
22,000.00
$0.00
30-Jun-14
5,211.95
246,970.09
31-Dec-13
19,084.26
237,209.22
$252,182.04
$256,293.48
30-Jun-13
11,339.35
218,891.41
31-Dec-12
9,936.70
210,208.52
30-Jun-12
85,028.79
126,390.54
31-Dec-11
103,986.48
120,440.01
$230,230.76
$220,145.22
$211,419.33
$224,426.49
30-Jun-11
62,078.19
262,366.32
31-Dec-10
66,199.68
229,397.02
30-Jun-10
38,465.77
177,167.05
31-Dec-09
501.95
178,224.57
$324,444.51
$295,596.70
$215,632.82
$178,726.52
Cedar Valley-Nauvoo 2014 Mission Center Council Contact Information
If approved by vote at the November 2014 Conference
Robert Cook, MC President & Financial Officer: 217-357-3308 / robert@rcooks.com
Doug McFarlane, Counselor: 563-663-2220 / dmac36@mchsi.com
Deb Batey, Counselor: 319-750-5065 / bateydeb@hotmail.com
Gayla Burgess, Admin Asst/MC Recorder: 319-213-1056 / gaylacofc@gmail.com
Tom DeWitt, Community Leader: 217-617-6732 / tk12dw70@gmail.com
Evelyn Dustin, Community Leader: 660-341-7802 / djdustin2@gmail.com
Ron Howell, Community Leader: 217-357-3738 / howell2@frontier.com
Deb Luce, Community Leader: 563-212-3128 / dsluce46@yahoo.com
Mark Parrott, Community Leader: 319-830-2772 / mark.parrott@uni.edu
Brenda Mitchell, Community Leader: 319-981-6838 / mitchellsonzika@mchsi.com
Don & Evelyn Richardson, Priesthood Ministries: 217-453-6515 / donlynrich@gmail.com
Dennis LaRoque, Youth Ministries: 563-323-0047 / pam@bixlives.com
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2013 Auditor’s Report – Cedar Valley Grove Campground
Cedar Valley Grove Campground
Community of Christ
We have reviewed the financial statements of Cedar Valley Grove Campground of
Community of Christ for the year ended December 31, 2013. We have applied certain
procedures, as described below, the purpose of which is to assist in evaluating the
effectiveness of the internal control and in identifying any areas in which the accounting
functions might not have captured all of the significant financial data. Additionally, these
procedures are intended to meet the audit function required by the Presiding Bishopric’s
policies. This report is intended solely for the use of members of Cedar Valley Grove
Campground and the World Church Presiding Bishopric, and it should not be distributed to
anyone who is not associated through these bodies.
Among the procedures conducted were the following: 1) Verification of cash balances and
investment balances, 2) review of all asset, liability, and equity accounts as recorded in the
general ledger, 3) Tests of transactions through the year pertaining to cash receipts,
disbursements and journal entries including examination on a test basis of paid invoices
for appropriate documentation.
In our opinion as internal auditors, the accompanying statements present fairly the
financial positions of Cedar Valley Grove Campground as of December 31, 2013 and the
results of its operations and changes in fund balances for the years then ended in
conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
Gary W. Dodson
Internal Audit Department
March 31, 2014
See the following audited CVG 2013 End of Year Budget Report thru 12/31/13 for financial data.
International Headquarters 1001 W Walnut Independence, Missouri 64050-3562 USA 816-833-1000 www.cofchrist.org
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Audited CVG 2013 Statement of Financial Position as of 12/31/2013
ASSETS
US Bank Checking
VISA Debit Account
TOTAL ASSETS
26,354.03
591.68
$26,945.71
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
Rental Deposits
Operating Fund
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
400.00
26,545.71
$26,945.71
Audited CVG 2013 Statement of Activities as of 12/31/2013
INCOME
Affiliate Rentals
Non-Affiliate Rentals
Mission Center Support
Contributions
Grazing and Timber
TOTAL INCOME
1,920.00
8,559.50
24,980.00
9,629.17
22,162.30
$67,250.97
EXPENSES
Administration
Insurance
Taxes
Resident Manager
Miscellaneous
TOTAL ADMINISTRATION
13,605.00
1,982.00
500.00
1,168.89
$17,255.89
Facilities/Grounds
Supplies/Tools
Equipment Repair/Maintenance
Equipment Replacement
Grounds General
Building Maintenance
Major Projects
TOTAL FACILITIES/GROUNDS
3,122.24
975.23
614.90
3,689.39
5,355.12
3,000.00
$16,756.88
Utilities
Electricity
LP Gas
Trash Removal
Telephone
TOTAL UTILITIES
8,868.23
3,987.21
724.21
931.75
$14,511.40
TOTAL EXPENSES
NET INCOME (LOSS)
OPERATING FUND BALANCE JANUARY 1
OPERATING FUND BALANCE DECEMBER 31
$48,524.17
$18,726.80
$7,818.91
$26,545.71
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CVG 2014 Budgeted vs. Actuals Financial Report & 2015 Proposed Budget
RENTALS/LEASE
Rentals – Affiliated
Rentals – Non-Affiliated
Grazing Lease
TRANSFERS
Youth Camp/Reunion Surplus
Kitchen Renewal Previous Year Carryover
Playground Equipment Previous Year Carryover
Year-End Pass thru MC-CVG Contributions
OTHER
Targeted Minor Projects
Bequests/Memorials
Miscellaneous
OPERATING EXPENSE
ADMINISTRATION
Insurance (RE, Off & Dir, Worker’s Comp)
Advertising
Bank Charges
Registrations/Licenses
Office Supplies
Audit
Real Estate Taxes
Worker’s Compensation – Resident Manager
Administration Miscellaneous
FACILITIES/GROUNDS
Camp Supplies/Consumables & Infrastructure
Non-Existing Equipment
Existing Equipment – Replacement
Existing Equipment – Repair/Maintenance
Grounds General – Non-Building (inc Vehicle POL)
Building Structural & Internal Services Maintenance
FACILITIES/GROUNDS-Major Projects
Food Prep Facility Rehabilitation
Playground Equipment
Beautification Project
Electrical Upgrade Phase 1
New Cabin 1 Purchase
Other
UTILITIES (Trash, Electricity, LP Gas)
2014 Annual
Budget
Actuals Thru
8/31/2014
2015
Proposed Budget
1,200.00
7,000.00
400.00
0.00
4,355.00
400.00
1,000.00
9,000.00
400.00
4,000.00
8,000.00
20,000.00
2,000.00
0.00
0.00
500.00
0.00
0.00
10,000.00
26,354.03
0.00
0.00
0.00
3,500.00
10,000.00
20,000.00
2,000.00
0.00
0.00
300.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
400.00
0.00
0.00
200.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
$46,500.00
$41,309.03
$46,200.00
2014 Annual
Budget
Actuals Thru
8/31/2014
2015
Proposed Budget
11,500.00
250.00
50.00
300.00
100.00
0.00
2,600.00
0.00
100.00
636.00
0.00
6.00
0.00
0.00
231.65
699.00
0.00
45.00
12,500.00
200.00
25.00
0.00
0.00
250.00
2,600.00
0.00
100.00
2,530.00
0.00
1,600.00
1,945.00
3,000.00
1,100.00
1,821.01
0.00
429.21
418.09
1,285.80
2,690.80
3,000.00
0.00
500.00
2,225.00
2,800.00
2,500.00
1,700.00
500.00
2,000.00
1,000.00
0.00
800.00
15,125.00
0.00
48.61
0.00
0.00
5,000.00
821.36
15,251.24
0.00
500.00
0.00
500.00
3,000.00
0.00
15,500.00
$46,500.00
$0.00
$30,009.77
$11,299.26
$46,200.00
$0.00
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CASH ASSETS (non-real estate)
Visa BUXX Account
Cedar Valley Grove Operating
TOTAL CASH ASSETS (non-real estate)
Visa BUXX Account
Cedar Valley Grove AIP Account
Visa BUXX Account
Visa BUXX Account
Visa BUXX Account
30-Jun-14
31-Dec-13
11,655.26
26,354.03
585.68
36,026.05
585.68
34,612.18
$48,266.99
$61,551.89
30-Jun-13
31-Dec-12
3,126.49
7,652.66
591.58
33,948.16
466.25
30.689.09
$37,666.33
$38.808.00
30-Jun-12
31-Dec-11
1,777.62
19,220.12
960.34
36,731.52
0.00
35,005.71
$39,469.48
$54,225.83
30-Jun-11
31-Dec-10
15,728.66
24,788.50
0.00
36,291.05
0.00
34,797.96
$52,019.71
$59,586.46
30-Jun-10
31-Dec-09
1,463.96
2,226.94
0.00
43,722.48
0.00
43,993.28
$45,186.44
$46,220.22
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Mission Center Internal Audit Report
Mission Center Presidency and Conference
Community of Christ
We have reviewed the financial statements of Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center of
Community of Christ for the year ended December 31, 2013. We have applied certain
procedures, as described below, the purpose of which is to assist in evaluating the effectiveness
of the internal control and in identifying any areas in which the accounting functions might not
have captured all of the significant financial data. Additionally, these procedures are intended
to meet the audit function required by the Presiding Bishopric’s policies. This report is intended
solely for the use of members of Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center and the World Church
Presiding Bishopric, and it should not be distributed to anyone who is not associated through
these bodies.
Among the procedures conducted were the following: 1) Verification of cash balances and
investment balances, 2) Review of all asset, liability and equity accounts as recorded in the
general ledger, 3) Tests of transactions through the year pertaining to cash receipts,
disbursements and journal entries including examination on a test basis of paid invoices for
appropriate documentation.
In our opinion as internal auditors the accompanying statements present fairly the financial
position of Cedar Valley-Nauvoo Mission Center as of December 31, 2013 and the results of its
operations and changes in fund balances for the year then ended in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles.
Gary W. Dodson
Internal Audit Department
April 16, 2014
International Headquarters 1001 W Walnut Independence, Missouri 64050-3562 USA 816-833-1000 www.cofchrist.org
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Audited - Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission Center
Statement of Financial Position as of December 31, 2013 and 2012
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and In Banks
World Church Investment Pool
Total Current Assets
2013
16,205.01
628,050.93
$644,255.94
Accounts Receivable
Presiding Bishopric Oblation
Clinton Property
NET ASSETS
Accounts Payable
Reserves and Activity Accounts
Operating Fund
Equity in Fixed Assets
GRAND TOTAL OF NET ASSETS
8,886.64
589,625.03
$598,511.67
3,415.00
4,753.29
Fixed Assets
Furniture
Office Equipment
Total Fixed Assets
GRAND TOTAL OF ASSETS
2012
42.00
4,434.00
4,476.00
42.00
4,434.00
4,476.00
$653,485.23
$606,402.67
2013
2012
377.75
646,437.51
2,193.97
4,476.00
$653,485.23
0.00
599,732.70
2,193.97
4,476.00
$606,402.67
Operating Fund Statement of Activities for Year Ended December 31, 2013
INCOME
Assessments from Congregations
Interest
Transfer from Operating Reserve
Other Income – Offerings
TOTAL INCOME
EXPENSES
Personnel
Youth Ministries
Mission Center Ministries
Campground Allocations
39,798.00
15.96
26,721.09
572.50
$67,107.55
8,529.49
6,901.66
3,968.35
Cedar Valley Grove
Camp Nauvoo
Campgrounds Board
Pastoral Care and Support
Operating/Administrative
TOTAL EXPENSES
13,750.00
20,000.00
4,980.00
128.83
8,849.22
$67,107.55
Net Income (Expense)
0.00
Operating Fund Beginning Balance
$2,193.97
Operating Fund Ending Balance
$2,193.97
24
Summary of Reserves and Activity Accounts for Year Ending Dec 31, 2013
Operating Reserve
Equipment Reserve
Youth Ministries Reserve
MC Campgrounds Annual Res
Young Adult Ministries
Spectacular Equipment Fund
Cedar Valley Grove Reserve
Missionary Ministries Reserve
MC Youth Camp Reserve
Camp Nauvoo Cornerstone Fund
Camp Nauvoo Memorial Fund
Mission Center Conference
Pleasant Hill, IL – Sale Proceeds
Oelwein, IA – Sale Proceeds
Canton, IL – Sale Proceeds
Farmington, IA – Sale Proceeds
Totals
Balance
1/1/2013
210,839.84
60.00
46.75
79.50
1,342.78
200.00
30,689.09
5,364.94
14,444.83
210,208.52
175.00
694.55
8,727.59
73,345.73
31,573.10
11,940.48
Received
23,915.55
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
3,923.09
685.82
1,846.52
27,000.70
0.00
0.00
1,115.67
9,376.01
4,036.10
1,526.44
Expended
26,721.09
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Balance
12/31/2013
208,034.30
60.00
46.75
79.50
1,342.78
200.00
34,612.18
6,050.76
16,291.35
237,209.22
175.00
694.55
9,843.26
82,721.74
35,609.20
13,466.92
$599,732.70
$73,425.90
$26,721.09
$646,437.51
********************************************************************************
Audited MC Operations Budgeted Financial Report - January 1 thru Dec 31, 2013
Income & Allotment from Reserves
ITEM NAME
Congregational Assessments
Budgeted Income from Investment Pool
Checking Account Interest
Interest Bearing Account Transfer
Interest-Bank of the West Money Market
MC Missionary Fund
MC SPEC/Mini-SPEC Income
Carryover from Previous FY
Other Offerings
Campground
Grand Total Income
Expenses - Item Name
Mission
Temple School Classes
Leadership Development
Missionary Resources
Aaronic Ministries
Melchisedec Ministries
Congregation Youth Ministries
Youth Ministries Support
Camps Medical Support (Epi-Pens)
2013 Budget
2013 Actuals
Jan 1, 2013 – Dec 31, 2013
Jan 1, 2013– Dec 31, 2013
40,930.00
37,922.40
6.00
2,500.00
0.00
1,000.00
0.00
0.00
500.00
0.00
$82,858.40
39,798.00
26,721.09
1.12
0.00
14.84
0.00
435.50
0.00
21.00
116.00
$67,107.55
2013 Budget
200.00
1,200.00
1,000.00
450.00
450.00
2,000.00
4,950.00
400.00
2013 Actuals
74.77
1,810.59
55.71
-78.58
0.00
0.00
6,151.66
672.98
25
Mission continued
Campground Ministries – CN
Campground Ministries – CVG
Campgrounds Board
Visiting Ministry Support
DGR/Generosity Ministries
Children’s Ministries
MC SPEC/Mini-SPEC/IYF Ministries
Web Ministries
Communication
Miscellaneous Mission
Mission Total
Pastoral
Cards/Memorials
Recognition and Gifts
Miscellaneous
Pastoral Total
Administration
Admin Asst Secretarial/FICA/Medicare
Admin Asst Employer Tax
Admin Asst Travel
CCLI/CVLI Licenses
Cellular Phone
Internet Services
Postage
Office Supplies
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Purchases
Computer Supplies
Audits/Insurance/Real Estate
Copier/Copies & MC Directories
Bank Charges
Extra Mileage & Expenses
Conferences/Retreats
Interfaith Ministries
Miscellaneous
MC Community Leaders’ Support
Administration Total
GRAND TOTAL EXPENSES
2013 Budget
2013 Actuals
13,750.00
20,000.00
5,000.00
300.00
500.00
200.00
750.00
750.00
500.00
300.00
200.00
$52,900.00
13,750.00
20,000.00
4,980.00
0.00
0.00
171.31
750.00
0.00
524.96
0.00
736.61
$49,600.01
100.00
200.00
100.00
$400.00
9.59
119.24
0.00
$128.83
7,200.00
446.40
500.00
550.00
2,000.00
700.00
750.00
900.00
500.00
1,000.00
700.00
1,600.00
1,300.00
50.00
1,000.00
500.00
150.00
500.00
5,000.00
$25,346.40
$78,646.40
$0.00
7,520.30
605.23
403.96
272.88
2,722.37
656.92
418.32
494.71
0.00
181.99
260.56
1,879.40
594.15
40.00
51.00
46.40
0.00
122.00
1,108.52
$17,378.71
$67,107.55
$0.00
26
2014 Mission Center Budget vs. Actuals / 2015 Mission Center Proposed Budget
Income & Allotment from Reserves
ITEM NAME
Congregational Assessments
Budgeted Income from Investment Pool
Interest-Checking Account & Money Market Account
Interest Bearing Account Transfer
Transfer from Money Market Account
MC Missionary Fund
MC SPEC/Mini-SPEC Income
Carryover Previous FY
Other Offerings
Campground
Grand Total Income
Mission
Temple School Classes
Leadership Development
Missionary Resources
Aaronic Ministries
Melchisedec Ministries
Congregational Youth Ministries
Youth Ministries Support
Camps Medical Support (Epi-Pens)
Campground Ministries – CN
Campground Ministries – CVG
Campgrounds Board
Visiting Ministry Support
DGR/Generosity Ministries
Children’s Ministries
MC SPEC/Mini-SPEC/IYF Ministries
Web Ministries
Communication
Miscellaneous Mission
2014 Budget
Jan 1-Dec 31, 2014
33,690.00
37,450.40
6.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
500.00
0.00
$71,646.40
2014 Budget
Jan 1-Dec 31, 2014
Mission Total
Pastoral
Cards/Memorials
Recognition and Gifts
Miscellaneous
Pastoral Total
Administration
Admin Asst Secretarial/FICA/Medicare
Admin Asst Employer Tax
Admin Asst Travel
Onelicense/CVLI 2015
Closed Congregation Expenses
Cell Phones
Internet Services
Postage
Office Supplies
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Purchases
Computer Supplies
Audits/Insurance/Real Estate
Copier/Copies & MC Directories
Bank Charges
Extra Mileage & Expenses
Conferences/Retreats
Interfaith Ministries
Miscellaneous
MC Community Leaders’ Support
Administration Total
GRAND TOTAL EXPENSES
2014 Actuals
Jan 1-Aug 31, 2014
23,574.50
0.00
9.90
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
114.75
0.00
$23,699.15
2014 Actuals
Jan 1-Aug 31, 2014
2015 Proposed Budget
Jan 1-Aug 31, 2015
33,630.00
31,547.00
20.00
500.00
1,000.00
500.00
0.00
2,500.00
250.00
0.00
$69,947.00
2015 Proposed Budget
Jan 1-Dec 31, 2015
200.00
1,200.00
1,000.00
450.00
450.00
1,000.00
5,000.00
500.00
13,750.00
20,000.00
4,000.00
300.00
100.00
200.00
2,000.00
500.00
250.00
300.00
200.00
$51,400.00
40.00
610.00
222.42
0.00
0.00
0.00
3,038.09
563.14
0.00
10,000.00
1,548.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
755.09
$16,776.74
200.00
1,200.00
1,000.00
450.00
450.00
0.00
7,000.00
500.00
13,750.00
20,000.00
500.00
300.00
100.00
200.00
2,000.00
500.00
250.00
300.00
200.00
$48,900.00
100.00
200.00
100.00
$400.00
103.65
0.00
0.00
$103.65
100.00
200.00
100.00
$400.00
7,200.00
446.40
500.00
550.00
0.00
2,000.00
700.00
400.00
900.00
250.00
500.00
700.00
1,000.00
500.00
50.00
500.00
500.00
150.00
500.00
2,500.00
$19,846.40
$71,646.40
0.00
5,120.01
391.68
104.73
426.12
0.00
1,721.73
524.79
397.79
719.50
42.39
0.00
0.00
1,225.76
449.00
81.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
135.00
699.46
$12,038.96
$28,919.35
-$5,220.17
7,200.00
447.00
500.00
550.00
0.00
2,000.00
700.00
400.00
900.00
250.00
500.00
700.00
1,800.00
500.00
50.00
500.00
500.00
150.00
500.00
2,500.00
$20,647.00
$69,947.00
$0.00
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Cedar Valley-Nauvoo USA Mission Center Affiliate Investment Pool Financial Report
As of June 30, 2005
(no real estate included)
Investment Pool A
Camp Nauvoo Cornerstone
Missionary Ministries Fund
Mission Center Grove Youth Fund
Total AIP Accounts Value
218,929.89
161,748.40
60,572.19
3,904.95
10,513.80
$455,669.23
As of June 30, 2008
Investment Pool A
229,652.84
200,879.21
53,018.62
4,778.37
12,865.48
$501,194.52
As of June 30, 2011
Investment Pool A
Farmington Closure
Canton Closure
Oelwein Closure
Pleasant Hill Closure
221,310.00
262,366.00
36,291.00
5,020.00
13,517.00
39,573.00
28,716.00
68,635.00
8,167.00
$683,595.00
As of June 30, 2014
Investment Pool A
Farmington Closure
Canton Closure
Oelwein Closure
Pleasant Hill Closure
As of June 30, 2006
245,691.15
181,466.07
67,695.50
4,377.45
11,786.03
$511,016.20
As of June 30, 2009
168,276.57
158,139.39
41,721.23
3,760.17
10,124.07
$382,021.43
As of June 30, 2012
192,532.92
126,390.54
36,731.52
5,081.29
13,681.09
40,053.11
29,903.73
69,467.72
8,266.15
$522,108.07
As of June 30, 2015
As of June 30, 2007
266,138.85
212,526.47
79,244.31
5,124.24
13,796.73
$576,830.60
As of June 30, 2010
185,529.80
177,167.05
43,722.48
4,210.82
11,337.44
$421,967.59
As of June 30, 2013
211,727.92
218,891.41
31,948.16
5,585.04
15,037.44
12,430.37
32,868.45
76,354.85
9,085.66
$613,929.30
As of June 30, 2016
200,147.24
246,970.09
36,026.05
6,297.92
16,956.83
14,017.03
37,063.80
86,100.85
10,245.32
$653,825.13
28
Congregational Assessments Data for 2015 (as of August 9, 2014)
Congregation
Burlington, IA
Carthage, IL
Cedar Rapids, IA
City Center Ministries, IA
Davenport, IA
Ft Madison, IA
Galesburg, IL
Hannibal, MO
Iowa City, IA
Keokuk, IA
Maquoketa, IA
Moline, IL
Mt Pleasant, IA
Muscatine, IA
Nauvoo, IL
New Canton, IL
Pekin, IL
Quincy, IL
Rock Falls, IL
Waterloo, IA
Willow Grove, IA
Totals
2014 Membership
89
23
168
18
58
40
88
35
65
31
21
49
23
83
76
30
54
36
26
59
49
1,121
2015 Assessments
2,670.00
690.00
5,040.00
540.00
1,740.00
1,200.00
2,640.00
1,050.00
1,950.00
930.00
630.00
1,470.00
690.00
2,490.00
2,280.00
900.00
1,620.00
1,080.00
780.00
1,770.00
1,470.00
$33,630.00
2015 Assessment Rate Per Active Member Established @ $30.00 by the MC Presidency
Mission Center Dates 2015
2015 Dates
February 28
March 14
March 28
April 5
April 6
April 11
2015 Events
CVG Operations Mtg @ Iowa City 2:00-4:00 PM
MC Council Meeting @ Iowa City 2:30-5:00 PM
Camp Nauvoo Workday & Operations Meeting
Easter Sunday
Community of Christ Anniversary
Pastor/CFO Gathering @ CVG
April 12
April 18
African American Ministries Retreat @ Camp Nauvoo
President Veazey’s Address
April 25
May 3
CVG Workday & Operations Meeting
MC Council Conference Call @ 8:00 PM
May 15-17
Graceland Graduation Weekend
May 16
June 7
June 14-20
June 20-26
June 22
June 27-30
June 27
June 30-July 3
CVG Workday
Sr High Camp @ Camp Nauvoo
Reunion #1 @ Camp Nauvoo
Camp Nauvoo Operations Meeting
Junior Camp @ Camp Nauvoo
Jr Camp @ CVG
2015 Dates
July 4-10
July 12-18
2015 Events
Reunion #2 @ CVG
Jr High Camp @ CVG
July 14-22
IYF Africa
July 17-25
July 25
August 15
August 22
August 29
September 19
SPEC @ Graceland University
CVG Workday
MC Council Mtg @ Iowa City 2:30-5:00 PM
Camp Nauvoo Budget Meeting
CVG Workday & Budget Meeting
October 17
October 18
CVG Workday
November 7
November 8
November 14
December 5
Priesthood Gathering @ Camp Nauvoo
MC Conference @ Camp Nauvoo
Camp Nauvoo Workday
Campground Board Mtg @ Camp Nauvoo
October 4
October 16-18
October 23-25
President Veazey’s Address
Graceland Homecoming Weekend
Peace Colloquy @ Independence
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77 Gather Your Children
Gather your children, dear Savior, in peace,
and draw us to you with your passionate pleas;
still seek us and call us to come and be blest,
to find in your arms, Lord, safety, comfort, and
rest.
Knowing you, loving you, naming you Lord,
we cluster around you and grow by your Word,
one day to remember these moments so rare,
of caring and closeness, just because you are
there.
Love be our banner, forgiveness our theme,
compassion our nature, your vision our dream;
who knows what the Spirit of God yet can do,
what joy may be tasted, or what promise come
true?
Host at our table in our house and yours,
here bind us together with love that endures;
like parents, like children, let this be our fame:
that, blessed, we bless many, to the praise of
your name.
U.S.A./Ireland
10.11.11.12.
SLANE
Words: Jaroslav J. Vajda, 1919–2008
Music: Irish folk melody; harm. Jack Schrader,
1942–
Words © 1983 Concordia Publishing House
Music harm. © 1989 Hope Publishing Company
648 Sent Forth by God’s Blessing
Sent forth by God’s blessing
our true faith confessing,
the people of God from this dwelling take leave.
The supper is ended;
oh, now be extended
the fruits of our worship in all who believe.
The seed of the teaching,
receptive souls reaching,
shall blossom in action for God and for all.
God’s grace did invite us,
and love shall unite us
to work for God’s kingdom and answer the call.
With praise and thanksgiving
to God ever living,
the tasks of our everyday life we will face.
Our faith ever sharing,
in love ever caring,
embracing God’s children of each tribe and race.
With your grace you feed us,
with your light now lead us:
unite us as one in this life that we share.
Then may all the living
with praise and thanksgiving
give honor to Christ and his name that we bear.
U.S.A./Wales
6.6.11.6.6.11.D.
ASH GROVE
Words: Omer Westendorf, 1916–1997, alt.
Music: Welsh folk melody
Words © 1964 World Library Publications
All rights reserved.
Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-723682.
All rights reserved.
Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-723682.
A Community of Christ Sings resource
A Community of Christ Sings resource
www.CofChrist.org/hymnal
www.CofChrist.org/hymnal
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