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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFirst ARP Minutes 1945-1968 Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.ressly. Present were:T.0.Morrison;Yrank Deaton;H.-S-Douglas; John D.Patterson;Julian S$.White;Russell Me >Kerr;Eugene orrisone A copy of a lettgr thet was sent to the boys from our church while serving théir country in the Tirst Yorld ar and signed by each individusl member of the Session at the time was reede The comittee on Bus Transportation for some of our church members for the Sabbath morning service wa asked to report their progress at the next meeting. It was reported that $3600.00 in cash and pledges had been" received on the Retirement funds for ministers and the develonement of the property donated by ire &Mrs.John Lewis for the young neople of our church.‘.GYScSe.Sef.25 1144 v A comitte was appointed to draw a memorisl for the late lire J.GeShelton as follows;R..Kerr;rank Deatog;and H.S- Douglas.They were requested to have this resdy yb the next meeting. W.AeSample was anpointed on the Public Worship comittee to succeed the late r.J36G.-Shelton. On motion duly seconded Eugene Morrison was unanimously elected Slerk of the Session to succeed the late re JeGeShelton. "here being no further business,om motion Session adjourned with prayer by Rev.eM.Kerre Dr.JeH-ePressly odersator January 29,1945 Eugene nan,Clore Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.J.H.Pressly. Present were:WeAeSample;T.O0.Morrison;A.E.Guy; H.S-Doug!as;Julian Yhite;Frank Deaton; Eugene lorrison. A letter of appreciation from Skyler B.Little for seeing thet his mother had transportetion to the church services was rend to the Session.Also a letter of -ppreciation from Lt.Ternard Janos for the church interest in him while in the service. Report was made on the results of the city wide church census. This information was placed in the hands of the Personal Work Comitteee T.OeMorrison;Julian Yhite;Clarence Ramsey. Cn motion it was sgreed to have two comunion Services this spring and preaching only at the night service.One comunion for the World Wide participation and the other our regular snoring comunion. On motion it was agreed that the congregstion should elect three edditional Trustees and that the Roard should be limited to five. t was also agreed,on motion,that a nominating comittee composed eGuy,chairman;eEe-Ramsey;and N.S-Sowers; should nominate three men from the Elders;three from the Deacons;an ree from the congregation at large. There being further b iness Session adjourned with prayer by Frank eaton. DR.JH Pressly,oderstor Eugene Morrison,Clerk Session met sand was constituted T.0.Morri Frank D ¢R6Ve AE.Guy3 -atterson; jieS-Douglas Present were: Robert Moore was received into t Sherrill “ord Presbyterian Chure Mrs.Mary Saunders Moore was rec Baptist Church,Catawba,N.C tha Cc Session favored a sugrestion next Wednesday night visit full attendance for our Spring from March 26-April I,1945,whi by Dr.N.Orr,Charlotte,N.C and 1 +4 rwii@ +}u we pa recuested wide canvas, list wa res eXerr city This Rev be on the church.Ss2 Usd A letter the ront nte Ch for transfer Street Presb was grea yterian tO secu nrc The clerk was authorized new Records Book,for the church. ner business -Kerr There being no furtheralybyT.OCeMorrison;Rev.a arch 1945512, ub +hoe with prayer by son;“eAeSampl eaton;Julian ReM.Kerr;Euge he ¢chureh h at Mt eived by ve state t those anvass the con ecting to held ch meeting wa attend 8 receive copy eferred connec Session by 2 a to uren. 1D eo vrs new Session permar re ane ent aAMaSession nd Eugene JH. ene DPe Ug alOe Liourne, TeOe jour orris Dre JeHe Pressly. gohn D. White; Morrisone e; ne etter from ~~an ewe mentofromiOlivet erer in to prayer meeting ation for the church be conducted of tion those listed, with our orrison. ee.eLittle to inute records ned with Ne Ss oderator erk sly,Pre orriseon,¢1de was constituted with prayer by Dr.JH Pressly. ",AeSample;T.LeStikelesather;were:Frank Deaton;° H.S.-Douglas;John D.Patterson;Julian White; acA.E.Guy;Reve Rel’-¥Yerr;Eugene orrison.e At the morning service hour lMareh 16,1945 the following were elected Trustees:Eugene Norrison;Frank Deaton;anc Neil S.T,Os Morrison elected in ySowers,to serve with 7.L.Stikelesther and .ry Q°0¢9a T.L.Stkeleather wes asked to c#ll for a metteing of the Trustess for organization to be held March 25 1945. Jonsidersation wes avrin given those preferring our church as stated in the City ide Canvas, Cn motion a committee recently snpointed to be responsible for the Young Peoples Kecreetion site was asked to meet with the Trustees. There being no further business Session adjourned with prayer by Reve R -Kerr and Frank Deaton. Dre J.HePressly,Moderator Eugene Morrison,Clerk pervision of €u vii.©& ointed.e This was a celle meeting of the Session which was istituted with prayer by DR.JeH.Pressly. On motion EKugene Morrison was elected delegate to Presbytery to be held at Back Creek Church April I0,1945 present were:Julian White;A.E.Guy;Frank Deaton; John D.Patterson;Clarence Ramsey: Rev.ReMeKerr and Eugene Morrison. There being no further business Session adjourned by Dr..dJeH-ePressly.v Dr.JeH-Pressly,Moderator Eugene Morrison,Clerk After a called meeting for the Trustees to meet at the erchants and Farmers Bank to examine the lock box located in their vault only "rank Deaton and Hugene Morrison were present at 9:30 A.M.March 28,1945.We xaninec the contents and found therein seversl deeds and 2500.00 in pai up B/L Stock. Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.J.H.-Pressly. Present were:T.0.Morrison;Frank Deaton;T.LeStikeleather; HeSeDouglas;Julian White;Rev.R-M.Kerr; John D.Patterson and Eugene Morrison. Spring Comtnion Services were held in the church and conducted by Dr.E.N.Orr from March 26 -March 30 at eight o'clock P.M.On Satursday afternoon and Sabbath morning by Dr.J.H.~Pressly. On motion Eugene Morrison was elected delegate to Synod to be held at Due West,S.C.beginning April 27 I945. John D.Patterson was elected alternate. Rev.Kerr gave a brief report on city wide revival reaction and found the resu se This report was not very encouraging. The Personal Workers Comittee was asked to study the Methodist nlan getting new members and report back at the next meeting. ,Rev.Kerr gave a full report on the men in the armed service. On motion it was sgredd that %.A.Sampné@e be made custodian of the Comunion Service set. On motion it was ager 1 the the Session would me6ot regularly each 2nd ani h monday f each monthe There being no further business Session sadjourned with prayer by Reve R.M.Kerr. Aprii I¢€1945 Dre JeH-e Pressly oderatori’,Eugene Morrison,Clerk. Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.JeH.Pressly Present were:T.0.Morrison;John D.Patterson;H-S.Douglas; ieve RoMeKerr;Julian White;AeEeGuy and Eugene Morrison. Our attention was called to the fact that Mir.Mrs.Delk had become naturalized citizens of our country. Letters of transfer were granted,at their renuest,to Mrs.Florence Martin Fleming and iss.Alice Walker. Prospective members of the city wide canvas were placed in the hands of various members of the Session for attention. The Synods comittee report on Evangelism and Soul winning was discussed fully by Dr.Pressly and approved by the Session.Prayer list was suggested by Dr.Pressly as a good plan and was adopted by the Session for soul winning effort. John D.Patterson and Kev.R-MeKerr were anpointed by the Moderator to meet with the Board of Deacons regarding a donation of .05@ per member to the eC-eCouncil of Churches and the Allied Church League. There being no further business Session adjourned with prayer by Rev.R.M.Kerr. eH-Pressly,Moderator Morrison,Clerk Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.J.H-Pressly. Present were:T.L.Stikelenther:Frank Deaton;Julian White; John D.Patterson and Eugene Morrison. John De.Patterson reported for the comittee that was to meet with the Deacons Board regarding contributions to the N.Ce Council of churehes and Allied Church League. He talked with the treasurer,ijr.R.C.Bryson,but a decision was left onen until the matter could be taken up with the board. Dr.Pressly noted that in some churches the flags have been removed from the pulpit and placed at the main entrance of the church.He asked that we investigate this and see just what is proper. Dr.Pressly suggested that we should have a welcoming comittee for returning wer veterans.This suggestion met unanimous approval and Frank Deaton;A~Ee-Guy and Julian White were annointed by the Moderator as the comittee from the Session. Each member asked or an expression on he high lights i 2 Sabbath afternoon May 13,1945 to of this Presbytery distriét present. Hedricks and on motion she was tion Army.It was brought to our band was in the Pacific Theatre small children were bein;ror courtesy of ee «rs. >Dr.JeH-Pressly, Julian S.:White constituted with prayer of Dr.Presslye Session in the absence wes Present were:Rev.RoM.eYerr;John De T.LeStikeleather; Eugene Morrison.~ Our attention was called to the Action on this was left to the to designate certain tes for Ww a n° It was revorted that Buford were anpointed from the comittee for returning uy; Deacons board war veterans. been previously to..talk to us on be h@re August 17,1945 npanied by Kev.DawsOle The clerk having Dale for a date that he would would ve acco! have only July andItwasstedthat he following months: unti ]date. we June; uF Ea© a+.velieeaia8 note a and Improvement w services on iorning was as ay 310 On 7 iotion Sessi eSe lourlaSe 1evVv-eo. hLugene oy Patterson;Frank H.S-eDovglas; several calls for Deacons collection. Irvin instructed exican one meetin¢g Rev...Russell M,.Kerr Deaton; Thite and~Julian donations. Roard as they expect White;and to serve as ReC.eBryson welcomingA write Dr.JC. work,advise and to ission 8 PUrpPOSE,Tor tnt enc of was deferred [or etion Li Auguste 3tikeleather and oderator«KOr?r, Morris n,>Lerk Session was constituted with prayer by Dr.J.H.Pressly Present were:A.E-Guy;T-O.Morrison;Rev.R.M.Kerr; 1¥.A-Sample;JulianS.White;John D. Patterson;H.eS-Douglas and Eugene lorrison. A letter f Transfer was granted to rs George lieCoy formerly :Perry to Ste Johns Lutheran Church, Statesville The clerk was asked to ge sransfer or Mr.&Mre Carl Baile and is 3 ah Baily from First Church,Charlotte, eYerr reporte¢c service. beginning }biesessionwasconstitutedwithprayer b: Present were:OeMorrison;Julian S.White W Sample;John De Patterson ‘las and Eugene orrison.e John D.Patterson advised the Session t Board recuests that the collection from Be given over ederal Council o Chure otion it was and family Lainesville, comittee 2n nlace imittee her memhers estion 3chool Llowship f was constituted with prayer by Dre J A.E.Cuy Y-A-Sample; were:eSeDouglas;Frank JOnn De Patterson; \t the grante recuest her James Stradley to Lutheran Church, Letters of admission Edw Allen Alexander; were iPSe accepted for and “ames Houston Report Comittee the service was given mene by the on ieport of Comittee on due consideration it It was agreed Dr. oard eaconstothe 4:t0 the School Evengelism was decided t Pressly wou end Kev.° Classes use the present «kerr Oo }1dhe?hat of abbath It was sue sted that Ys our all Comunion Services Pressly to make arrangements s10n eptember i oUth. sinessy)5Sé8 a letter Troutman, ard Yoard.e was considered. r would -Pressly Deaton; JeS3eWhite. was Qneve Alexander; returning After er lists. matter present eo +LHe was constituted with prayer by Dr.J.—.-Pressly. Present were:T.0.Morrison;AeEeGuy;John De Patterson [e-Se-Dougles;Yrank Deaton;Julian White; ’.LeStikeleather;Rev.ReM.Kerr;Clarence Ramsey;Eugene Morrison. The Session was much pleased with the reading of a letter from Dr.Parkinson edvising that he would hold our Fall Comunion Services beginning on the night of the 15th and continuing through the night of the 2Ist.Services to be held at night only. The prayer list blanks were distributed to the Session and full explanation of the idea was made by Dr.Pressly. Rev.ReM.-Kerr explained fully the purpose and plan for the Synods request for raising ¥75,000.00 for building progrem for Erskine College.A Science and Library building being esnecially needed. Cn motion V.EeLackey was selected as Co-Chairman of Synods recuest drive for the exnansion program. fev.R-M-eKerr gave full report on returning service end and those still in the service. A letter written by Dr.Pressly and Rev.R.iie Kerr,at suggestion of A.E-Cuy,Chairman of returning service committee,was read and accepted. Julian White;ev.ReMeKerr and Eugene Morrison were comittee named to be responsible for Christmas presents for those in the service. Keceipnt for {94.94 was exbibited fory the collection taken the night Dr-Dale and Rev.Dawson lectured on lMexican lisson. On motion T.O-horrison wa ected representative to Presbytery an AeEeGuy as alternate. John De.Patterson rea te to ask Grier Bible collection for Sabbath 1 Rally Day. n motion Session adjourned with prayer by eve ReMeKoerre Dr.Je-H-Pressly,Moderator September 24,1945 Eugene Morrison,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Dr.J.H-Pressly. Present were:Julian White;A.E.Guy;John D.Patterson; T.L-Stikeleather;H.S.Douglas;Frank Deaton; VeAe-Sample;Kev.Ree Kerr;Clarence Ramsey; Mugene Morrison. ReC-eBryson,church treasurer,acting on instructions from the Deacons Board met with the Session and explained the Deacons plan and ideas for raising Synods request of75,000.00. to concur with the Deacons in o raise this fund as presented by k.C.Bryson. On motion Session agreed their plan t Julian Yhite explained the idea the comittee had in mind as to nresents for the men in the service for Christmas I945.The plan was to write each member a letter and explain that a Bible would presented to them after their return from service and this was accepted by the Session. A.-E.Guy,Chairman,reported progress being made on letters going out to each man already discharged from the service. There being no further business Session adjourned with prayer by Rev.R.M-Kerr. rT 7 +Dr.JeHePressly,oderator EFuegen Morrison,Clerk Session eonstitute ith prayer Present were:John !atterson; err;E.! inutes of chool upe sndered his 1a deferr Session constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly. Present:T.O.lMorriso rank Deaton;Y.AeSample;eve Relic Kerr;A.EeGuy;John D.Patterson;HeS-Douglas;Julian White Clarenc iv.Fre y (ised it Be is in:touch ith |}ard Me Southarrd. On motion Eugene orrison and secénd by John D.Patterson it was voted unanimously that the resignations of rank eaton and Julian White not be accepted.An amendment was offered and accepted that they continue in office in ir respected capatities until April Ist 1946 or promo&siion day.re Deaton and Mr.White agreed to this or sooner if their successors be secured. AeEe-Guy gave full repor 1 his mnuittees progress securing:ibles and entert:ment for returne ve +U ilree{ resoluti in memory cog three their (3 hite. ittaer of suita to consider Bruce Fing ested that more a ea re.Pressly shut in mem On motion ovemoer Clerk wes recuested by the Session to start procedure to elect five new Elders and thirteen new Deacons. Session constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly Present:AeEeCuy;TeLeStikeleather;7T.0-Morrison;Julian White;“eA.Sample;John De Patterson;Clarence Ramsey;Eugene Morrison;H.S.-Douglas;Reve Ree Kerr. This was a called meeting after the evening service. ‘t this time Rev.R./ieKerr tendered his resignation as co-Pastor,effective December 30,1945,so that he might accept a call to become pastor of the AeR-eP.Church at Winnsboro,S.C.His resignation was accepted with regrets and reluctantly but with expression of grestfulness for untiring efforts and apprecintion for his interest and leadership among us all and especially for his fine work emong the young people of our congregation. There being no further business Session adjourned with p prayer by Eugene orrison. December 2,1945 Dr.J.H.-Pressly,Moderator Eugene Morrison,Clerk. onSession constituted with Present:WeA or AeScample; °S-Douglas; Clarence ams py ; clerk Deaton wes Eugene liorrison, and Frank ‘he purpose of the the position our of Rev.Kerr in to large for Dr.Pressly assistance.The matter discussed sat lenght.Many and on motion H.S.Douglas clerk,Eugene Morrison a committee of his own and better inform orse Dre Pressly might have of our chureh,in view the Session at the previou begin to think seriously o the work wes soon as a suitable would immediatly have committee was aske to iest possible time meeting church view wes as easuccess his ad journ 1945 prayer Julian T.O0-Morrison; "rank stated elected was would be in of the f to carry opinions growing out or to him was resigns report to for furt! i9o tion by T-0.Morrison. Nhite;TeLeStikeleather; John De.Patterson; YNeaton;Eugene liorrison. the purpose of the Moderetor. meeting to and consider without the services fact that the work erown it all on without much consideration and and ideas were expressse second by Julian White the to serve as chairmen of to meet with Pressly any ideas and plans that with the continued progress fact thet Dr.Pressly informed alle meeting that we should securing a new permanent pastor of hand for him and that secured in hand. Session at er consideration. discuss nad given angaa *UPe the Session Th i s the tion t he earl- r T +~-L-Stikelesther. Mioderator yler} eaton, “nianOriison, tconstitutedwithprayerbyDr.ressly. Present:John De Patterson;Julian White;H.S.Douglas; Ael.Guy;eve ReM-eKerr;TeLeStikeleather; Frank Deaton;Clerence Ramsey;LIEugene lMorrison. inutes of last regular meeting read and adopted. AeEeGuy advised he was active regarding the suég € placaue for the three men who geve their lives i Yar two and that a sketch would be submitte soone este A n World Dr.Pressly agein insisted on more attention be shown the new members recently received into the church. ¥re Pressly,at the suggestion of the committee who met with him regarding Mr.Kerr's resignation and his pogition, 8astohissuccessor,wae very definitely and plainly expressed himself to the Session,as he did to the committee,and clarified his position in this instance and to the resignation of lir.Kerr as to the position the church was in agai asked the Session to be very prayerful and 4d igen in their efforts to secure a permanent pas $1 ed him. ,a qjssion adjourned‘here being no further business the € with prayer by Eugene Morrison;H.S.Nou Rev.ReM-Kerr. >Dr.JeH-Pressly,oderator ugene liorrison,Clerk. Session constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly. Present:MeE.Ramspy;KeC.Bryson (newly elected El ers); John De Patterson;Je-Cashion Qhewly elected Elder)H.S-Douglas;T.O-liorrison;Julian White; Eugene Morrison. Dr.Pressly incuired as to the progress in securin: prayer calendars.Since nothing of a definite nature hed been done Julian White was instructed by the Session to order 100 through the Sabbath School since the matter hed been handled in this manner previously. Dr.Pressly called for report from the welcome committee for returning service men.In the absence of the chaimen, heEeCuy,Julian White reported that Christmas letters were mailed out to all those who were in service at home and still overseas,and thet Bibles would be here for the first group sometime in January There was considerable iscussion as to how to distribute the work started by Kev.Kerr. The matter of continuing getting out the Bugle was to left in the hands of the Young en's Bible Class. The Boy Scout movement would be cerried on by the Scout Committee composed of Ne E.-Hamsey;rank Deatda@n;an ReLeCashion. The church bulletin would be ref erred to some of the young peonle and action was defered on this until it could be discussed with Iirs.Casler;iss.Catherine Alexander;and Miss.Sareh Ruth ‘Alexander. The Youns eoples Unions activities were placed in the hands of rse Casler sand iss.Sarah Ruth Alexender temporarily. Application of Mr Edgar ellers as secretary wes duly considere:nd on motion it was declined due to lack of exnerience and training in this type of work and that it as further the opinion that a man should be secured if possible and if not then a woman trained in Religious Educational work.Clerk ¥requested to advvise Mrs.Sellars of this action. committee was sppointed secure the services of such! person if possible compose of Eugene Worrison,Chairman r.O.Morrison and Julian “Yhite.It wes suggested Press]that the following men be contacte for Dr.«’-Boyce;Due Yess,S-C-e and Kev.ade Assembly Training School,Richmond,Va. continued (over) Due to absence of severel members of the Session it was agreed to postpone naming of members to serve on the following committees;Public:Yorship;Hospitality; Church Attendance;Personal Work.Seversl of the newly elected Flders were not present and were to be considered in these appointments. There being no further business on motion Session adjourned with prayer by K.C.Bryson. The newly elected members to the Eldership of the church were;M.E-Hamsgy;J-ReCashion;R.C.8ryson;V.eEeLackey; S.AeHair. December 31,1945 Dr.JeH-Pressly,Moderetor Eugene Morrison,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly- Present:T.O.lorrison;Julian White;H.S.Douglas; R.C.Bryson;Frank Deaton;W.A-Sample; Ae-HeGuy;Eugene iiorrison. inutes of previous meeting were read and adopted. On motion H.-S.Douglas snd second by Frank Deaton,lirs. Betty Sherrill(‘lfred Ray)Hayes was received into the church by tetbter from Front Street Baptist Church. Dre Pressly explained fully ‘the proceedure for the installation of the newly elected officers. In the absence of Me Ee.Ramsey,Chairman,“rank Deaton advised that in his opinion between two and three thousand dollars had been received on the Ministerial and Young "eoples project and some part had been sent to Mr.Barron,Synods treasurer,on the Ministerial Retirement und and nothing had been paid out on the Young Peoples project,on the Lewis property. Julian White advised that the Young Mens Cless had discontinued publishing the Bugle. Aet-Guy agreed to see that the men returning from service would be welcomed and recognized. There being scme confusion as to the number of Sibles needed for returning service men,A-E.Gu agreed to have some definite information at the next meeting. S,eEeCuy advised that a sketch of plague was being made for the three men whose lives were given in the service and would be submitted as sson as received. On motion T.0O.iorrison and second by WeA-Sample the resignation of Frank Deaton,Superitendant and Julian Thite,Asst.,was accepted reluctantly and a committce composed of A.E.Guy,Chairmen,H.S.eDouglas;and R.C. Bryson wes ‘apvoointed to recommend others to succeed these men and report at the next meeting their progress. On motion a letter of transfer to Troutman ARP.Chirch was granted Jack Raymer. Each member was asked to setéct his choice of serving on the committces recently referred to and the selections were as follows;Personal work:T.0.Morrison;Clarence Ramsey;V.E.-Lackey.Church Attendance:A.E.Guy; ReCeBryson;John De Patterson.Public Worship:Julian White;Frank Deaton;M.E.Ramsey. SONTINUED (over) Visitation:H.S-Douglas;JeReCashion;S.A.Haire Where being no further business on motion Session adjourned with preyers by frank Deaton and K.C.eBryson. January 14,1946 Dr.J.H-ePressly,\oderator Eugene Morrison,Clerk g1946OCT§ry>~eeene:ApprovedByTheFirstPresbyExamined&SheeSession constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly. Present:T.L.Stikeleather;T.O.-liorrison;W.Ae-Sample; Frank Deaton;Julian White;John D.Patterson; HeSeDouglas;Kugene Morrison and the following newly elected Flders:M.E.Ramsey;&eC.Bryson; JeReCashion;SeAsHair;V.E.~Lackey. The following were annonced as newly elcted Deacons: Hubert Prown;WeAeSample,Jr;Lloyd Reynolds; William Alexander;Samuel Gaither;Eugene Little; Erskine Johnson;fF.Scarr Morrison;W.L.Johnston; Paul Ashburn.,and were present.Louis Evans;Neil 8S. Sowers;and William White. Dre Pressly again explained fully the proceedure for the installation of these new officers for the first Sabbath in February. Me~E-Ramsey reported that (2800.00 had ween sent to hire Barron on the Ministerial Retirement Fund. On motion a letter of transfer was granted Yaugh(Mrs.Geo.HeWright) Asheville,N.C. iss.Martha to First Presbyterian Church, On motion letter of transfer for WeAeSample,Jr)was accepted fro Church. Misse Kelsie Deal (Mrs. Stony Point Methodist The clerk was instruted to write for letter for Miss. Madge Culver(iirs.Hobt.B.Kestler).\ \ AeE.-Guy submitted a sketch of placaue for World War one and World War two casualties and it was approved but definite action at this time was deferred until a later to place en order for the placue due to the fact there might be other casualties. etter from Rev.Henry “ade Dubose regarding an assistan Dr.Pressly was read but there was no recommendations m him other than we might contact ev.Ben Lacy and rk was instructed to follow this suggestion. motion duly seconded it was unanimously ept the services of iir.Spurrier ucted to so advise him. agreed not to and clerk was in- motion Session adjourned with prayer by SeAeHair and eLackey. uary 28,1946 Dre JeH-Pressly,Moderator Eugene Morrison,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Dr Pressly. Present were T.0.Morrison;\i.C.Ramsey;R.C.Brysen;M.E.Ramsey;H.S.Douglas;Frank Deaten; Scott Hair;J.D.Pattersen;V.E.Lackey;A.E.Guy;g.8.White. The replies to the letters written to several places with referenceto secure an assistant pastor was the first bus- iness taken up.These letters are on file with the clerkandwillnotberepeatedhere..However the session asked that we first try and see what can be done to secure either Mr Ragsdale er Mr Carmichael.These two men are A.R.P. Chaplains and their names were suggested to us in a letter from Dr.W.We.Boyce.Dr.Boyce has again been written this time in an effort to secure the addresses of the above two men. The Committees of the Session were then chosen or appointedasfollows Public Worship-Visitation- M.E.Ramsey H.S.Douglas Frank Deaton J.D.PattersonJulianWhiteV.E.Lackey Church Attendance-Personal Work- T.O.Morrison Scott Hair A.E.Guy Clarence Ramsey R.C.Bryson J.R.Cashion The Committee headed by Mr.A.E.Guy was asked to report whet progress has been made toward securing a new superin- tendant and assistant superintendant.Mr Guy stated that his committee is working but at this time had nothing to report. In this connection after some discussion Mr.Guy made a motion that the superintendents be elected for a period of three years with privilege of an additional three year term at the end of the first three.The additional three year term is at the option of the superintendent as to whether or not he wishes to continue in office for six years.This motion was seconded by M.E.Ramsey and passed by the Sesaion. Dr.Pressly inquired as to the possibility of having a social for the returning service men.It was brought out that this had been delayed because the committee hoped to have the Bible ready to present at this gathering.However it was shown that the committee @#s having real difficulties in securing these and it was sugested that they see about having a social atanearlydateandpresenttheBibleslater, Frank Deaton asked for the Session and pulpit to help with anattendancedriveintheSabbathSchool., Attention was called to the illneJohnHendren.ss of Mott Miller and M.E.Ramsey asked that since five new elders were elected and since one of them is.fill the unexpired term of Eugene Alexander ,that he be allowed to assume the term of Mr. Alexander,This was granted. Mr.Lackey asks support if Session for Prayer Meeting service, On motion Session adjourned with prayer by Mr.Lackey. February 11 1947 Dr.J.H.Pressly ,Moderator Julian White,Clerk CORRECTION Session Constituted with prayer by Dr Pressly. Entire Board present for this meeting. Reports were given by the various committeesand from thePublicWorshipComm,Fran Deaton suggested that the Sessiongetarollahdvisitthepeoplemoreespecialytheyoungcouplescomingintothechurch,Public Worship Comm.was instructed by the Session to gettheministerandfixthetimefortheSpringCommunion, Letter of dismissal was granted to Mr &MRS Bdwin Kyles,toLittleJoe's Presbyterian Church,Barium Springs,N.C. The Committee to select a new Sabbath School Superintendantandhisassistantreportedthattheywerestillunabletofindtheirmen.At this time M.E.Ramsey nominated T.0.Morrison for theofficeofSuperintendant.The nomination was seconded byS.A.Hair.The Session duly and unanimously appointed Mr Morrison Superintendant.Frank Deaton made a motion seconded by J.R.Cashion thatthenewSuperintendantbeallowedtosecurehisownass8sseant.This was passed by the Session. Session voted for W.A.Sample to continue his work with the needy cases of the Church. At this timm a discussion was held with reference to havingsomeoneonthedoorstogreetthepeople.All were in favorbutfurtherdetailswerelefttobeworkedout. On motion Session was adjourned with prayer by H.S.Douglas. February 25 1946 Dr.J.H.Pressly Mod,J.S.White Clk, Session constituted with prayer by Dr Pressly. Present were T.0.Morrison;\i.C.Ramsey;R.C.Brysen;M.E.Ramsey;H.S.Douglas;Frank Deaten;Scott Hair;J.D.Pattersen;V.E.Lackey; A.E.Guy;g.8.White. The replies to the letters written to several places with referenceto secure an assistant pastor was the first bus-iness taken up.These letters are on file with the clerkandwillnotberepeatedhere..However the session asked that we first try and see what can be done to secure either Mr Ragsdale er Mr Carmichael.These two men are A.R.P. Chaplains and their names were suggested to us in a letterfromDr.W.W.Beyce.Dr.Boyce has again been written this time in an effort to secure the addresses of the above two mene The Committees of the Session were then chosen or appointed as follows Public Worship-Visitation-~ M.E.Ramsey H.S.Douglas Frank Deaton J.D.PattersonJulianWhiteV.E.Lackey Church Attendance-TPersonal Work~ T.O.Morrison Scott HairA.E.Guy Clarence Ramsey R.C.Bryson J.R.Cashion The Committee headed by Mr.A.E.Guy was asked to report what progress has been made toward securing a new superin- tendant and assistant superintendant.Mr Guy stated that his committee is working but at this time had nothing to report. In this connection after some discussion Mr.Guy made a motion that the superintendents be elected for a period of three years with privilege of an additional three year term at the end of the first three,The additional three year term is at the option of the superintendent as to whether or not he wishes to continue in office for six years.This motion was seconded by M.E.Ramsey and passed by the Session. Dr.Pressly inquired as to the possibility of having a social fer the returning service men.It was brought out that this had been delayed because the committee hoped to have the Bible ready to present at this gathering.However it was shown that the committee ts having real difficulties in securing these and it was sugested that they see about having a social atanearlydateandpresenttheBibleslater, Frank Deaton asked for the Session and pulpit to help with aattendancedriveintheSabbathSchool.,. Attention was called to the illnessJohnHendren.ss of Mott Miller and M.E.Ramsey asked that since five new elders were elected and since one of them is fill the unexpired term of Eugene Alexander ,that he be allowed to assume the term of Mr.Alexander.This was granted. Mr.Lackey asks support if Session for Prayer Meeting service. On motion Session adjourned with prayer by Mr.Lackey. February 11 1947 Dr.J.H.Pressly ,ModeratorJulianWhite,Clerk The Sabbath March 3 1946 On this Sabbath Morning the attached paper was handed theclerkbyamemberofDr.Pressly's Family.This was a com=©plete surprise to every one including hidé immediate family .The bearer stated that Dr.Pressly did not tell any of hisfamilyuntilthisA.M.,because during the night he decidedthatthiswasthebest.Statesville,NorthCarslins= :Eot @im & ie JAMESH.PRESSLY,Minister TheSabbathMarch31946OnthisSabbathMorningtheattachedpaperwas.handedtheClerkbyamemberpletesurprisetoThebearerstatedfamilyuntilthisthatthiswasthear7)3-oSE=Ss2&2=©2a3=%.—<—_—sss3BS&#:~_aszsOU‘S6a&meapooTJAMESH.PRESSLY,Minister ofDr.Pressly'sFamily.Thiswasacom-everyoneincludinghiéimmediatefamily,thatDr.PresslydidnottellanyofhisA.M.,becauseduringthenighthedecidedbest. SABBATH MARCH 3 1946 The resignation of Dr.Pressly was tendered the clerk of the Session just before the morning service.(The paper on the preceeding page is the original.)pr.Presslyenteredthepulpitandproceededwithmorningservice andwentuptothepointforthesermonandinafewbriefwordstoldthecongregationthathehadgrowntiredinthework,not of the work,and asked that he be relieved of his Pastoraldutiesatonceandthepulpitdeclaredvacant. His resignation was read to the congrgation by elder M.E. Ramsey .At this time Mr.called for a congregational meeting on the following Sabbath March 10, The congregation was dismissed with prayer by Mr.E.Morrison, ec me ae ae ee tan OD ee DEER ee a A ENOe oe ER OeOe eeee OE OE EO EE ee ee Ot me oea A short meeting of the Session was held immediately after the close of this service and due to the shock of all pres- ent nothing was done except to appoint a committee composed of Deaton ,Cashion,and Bryson to draw up resolutions honor- ing Dr.Pressly. A meeting of both boards was called for Monday night Mar 4. The Manse i Hirst Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church Statesville,North Carolina JAMES H,PRESSLY,MINISTER The Sabbath,March 3,1946. To the Session of the First A.R.?.Chureoh: liay 2 plece in your hands ay resignation as Pastor of this church?The work has grown so great it has gotten out of hand.Fifty-four yeoars ago I accepted this oommission from you and now I beg to hand it back to take effect at once, Please join me in raquest to Presbytery thet the ptistoral relation be dissolved send the pulpit declared vacant. Very Sincerely, Poors ooDeEooSesoOpyosEEDD Nes\ y |NSYs\y \ot» r ’5 Tea ip ey a “4 he ”:Z 8.7 a :ey %oe +*é id :ps i eek »Rev.Dr,J._H.Pressly,beloved_ PPastor of the First Associate Re-_Fformed Presbyterian church here|por nearly 54 years,tendered hisyesignation‘Sundaymorning,’ask--ime the church to concur with himhrequesttoPresbyterythatthestoralrelationbedissolved,AneetingofthecongregationhasbeencalledfornextSundaymorn- rd Dr.Pressly’s resignation camtidintheformofalettertothesesssionofthechurchwhichhehacPresentedtotheofficersbeforethe}service,and which was read to the]congregation by Mr.M.E.Ramsey.at the pastor’s request,after thepreliminariesitothemorningsery<ice anf the re ing of the Scrip-tures,After thé letter was read De PE-REV.De.¢<PACE ONE:PMNs , the congregation,which wasPmovingdndinwhichheexp his own deep re at givingThiswork.He said that he was‘tired of the work,but tired in {the work,”and for that reasorwhadfounditnecessarytotak.fthis action.Dr.Pressly’s resig ‘tion came as a complete surpris >the church;there having be'no inkling of it until the letter wa ‘Randed to the session prior to theVmorningservice;|Dr.Pressly was called to t}@astorate of the Statesville church ||While he was a student in the theo|[logical seminaryatDueWest,S.C.nh 1892 and was ordained and in-italled as pastor in July of thear.He will celebrate his eightiethrthdayonWednesdayofthis week.He was born on’March 64866inAndersoncounty,S.C ‘Ais father,Dr.W.L.Pressly, }Pastor of the Associate ReformylresbyterianchurchatDueWest‘|8.C.,and his grandfather,Dr,E.E‘Pressly,was the first president of|Erskine College.i .Beloved not only by his own} |Congregation,but throughout hi 7 denomination,Dr.Pressly comes}||to the end of his long ministry]— ‘}full of years and honors.He served 4s moderator of the General Synodj®‘the highest court of the A.R.P.) {ehurch,in 1918—the year of thet ‘Pan-Presbyterian celebration inj.Atlanta,when the Northern,Sou-}‘thern,United and Associate Re-ormed Presbyterian churches all)held their annual meetings in thjeity.He has been honored f. quently by his own church and tcelebrationofthefiftiethanni versary of his pastorate here in 1942 was occasion for a GoldubileemeetingoftheA,R,Synod in the local church,especis ‘ly to do him honor,»In the serviee that began A9th year as pastor of the church,Dr,Pressly afterr he 90th Psalm—that prayer o |Moses so expressive of confi¢Lin the steadfastness of Gochiscongregation:“If I had life to live,I would pray God let me live it in the same place.i al »Rev.Dr.J.A,Pressly,belovedastoroftheFirstAssociateRe-formed Presbyterian church hereornearly54years,tendered hisTesignationSundaymorning,ask-@ the church to concur with himrequesttoPresbyterythattheastoralrelationbedissolved,AeetingofthecongregationhasbeencalledfornextSundaymorn-t 10,to act onthe resign.Pressly.made a brief statementto a)i ov.Dr.J.H.Pressly —Resigns His Pastorate Dr.Pressly’s resignation cameintheformofalettertotheses-sion of the church which he hadpresentedtotheofficersbeforetheservice,and which was read to thecongregationbyMr.M.EB.Ramsey,at the pastor’s request,after thepreliminariestothemorningsery-ice and the readingtures,After the letter was read Die of the Serip-| ‘f'a—REV.DR. eROu FACE ONE ‘lthe congregation,which was vemovingandinwhichheexpress his own deep regret at giving u his work.He said that he was “notiredofthework,but tired in the work,”and for that reason had found it necessary to take .}this action.Dr.Pressly’s resigha+ tion came as a complete surpris® to the church;there having been no inkling of it until the letter wasHandedtothesessionpriortothe| morning service; '/Dr.Pressly was called to th ; pastorate of the Statesville church while he was a student in the theo- logica]seminary at Due West,S.C.in 1892 and was ordained and in-| stalled as pastor in July of that year.He will celebrate his eightieth birthday on Wednesday of this week.He was born on March 6, 1866 in Anderson county,S.C. His father,Dr.W.L.Pressly,was pastor of the Associate ReformedPresbyterianchurchatDuemed 8.C.,and his grandfather,Dr.FE.E.|Pressly,was the first president of Erskine College. Beloved not only by his own Peongregation,but throughout his denomination,Dr.Pressly comes. to the end of his long ministry full of years and honors,He served as moderator of the General Synod, the highest court of the A.R.P. church,in 1918-—the year of the Pan-Presbyterian celebration in Atlanta,when the Northern,Sou- thern,United and Associate Re- formed Presbyterian churches allheldtheirannualmeetingsinthat, city.He has been honored fre- quently by his own church and the celebration of the fiftieth anni- versary of his pastorate here in 1942 was occasion for a Golden Jubilee meeting of the A.R.PL Synod in the local church,especial.” ly to do him honor,d In the serviee that began his 49th year as pastor of the local church,Dr.Pressly after reading the 90th Psalm—that prayer of Moses so expressive of confidence in the steadfastness of God—told his congregation:“If I had another life to live,I would pray God to let me live it in the same place.[ praise God,that ever put me.Phere.1 pra hee’at He calledmetothiscityandthischurch,AllthewaytheLordhasledmeandIfouldhaveitnodifferentifI could,except that I would have Jess ‘ yee The Pastor The congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,at a meeting Sunday Morning,called to consider the re-signation of their pastor,Dr.J.H.Pressly,voted after due considera- tion to concur with Dr.Pressly in his request to the First Pres- ytery that he be relieved of his duties as pastor of the church after years of service,and that the pastoral relation be dissolved. ovAt the,same time the <ongrega-ton unanimously adopted resolu-of appreciation Dr.Press- *oogenesis ~--DR.PRESSLEY . FROM FRONY PAGE congregation in regard to a pastor, 5 committee is composed of Mr.Frank Deaton,Mr.V.FE,Lac- key,Mrs.W.A.Sample,Mr.Eu- gene Morrison,Jr.,and Mr.Buford Guy.In addition to these five,Mr. Ramsey,the moderator,is a mem- ber ex officio. _On Sunday morning,March 3, Dr.Pressly presented his resigna- tion to the church ina letter to the officers in which he stated:“I place in your hands my resigna- on as pastor of this church,The work has grown so great it has gotten out of hand.Fifty-four years ago I accepted this commis- sion from you and now I beg to hand it back,to take effect at once, Please join me in request to the Presbytery that the pastoral rela- tion be dissolved and the pulpit be declared vacant.” The resolutions presented and adopted yesterday are as follows: i ly,presented by Mr.Frank Deaton Emeritus and drafted by a committee,com- posed of Mr.Deaton,Mr.R.C.Bry=4 son‘and Mr.J.R.Cashion.By un- animous vote also,the congrega- tion made Dr.Pressly its pastor emeritus,this action carrying with it a remueration of $100 per month, Mr.M.E.Ramsey was cleeted moderator and presided over the meeting.A committee of five wasnamedtolookoverthefieldanypresentrecommendationstothe TURN TO PAGE TWO Resolutions The Congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian church of Statesville,N.C.,in meeting assembled,wishes to ex- press its love and devotion to Dr,J.H.Pressly and its deep ap- preciation for his faithful and lov- ing service throughout the nearly b4 years that he has served us as pastor of this church. In the words of the great poet and writer,“Every institution is but the lengthened shadow of some great man.”So it is with our church.It is the shadow of Dr. Pressly,and it is our hope and we,the congregation will not losethevisionofthisgreatsoul,but will use his life as an example for the upbuilding of the KingdomofGodhereonthisearth, for loyalty and obedience to the teaching of the Word of God,con: stantly reminding us that the Bi- ble is God’s message to us,to which nothing is to be added and from which nothing {s to he taken. We wish to express our thanks for the able and fearless manner in which he has presented the teachings of the Gospel at all times, for his understanding and sympa- thy for those in trouble and for his deep devotion for the entire congregation He has set a high standard for’ the church and showed us how to live it.We have appreciated his never-failing faith and optimist: In hours of stress,in times of financial strain,when the future was dark and uncertain he would admonish us to have fajth-in-Godg1 desire that in the years to tome,fF ‘lly his desire to be relieved as. 1 Be shall always have first ;°F ‘*@ ‘a €j P rts,We express our gratitude to him jn our church and in our h for whatever good in the world them that obey and love God.For is leadership we are very thank- l.J. *Bold and fearless as a speak@r,, a know that he was led by the oly Spirit to preach,teach,eX- ‘hort and proclaim the whole coun- gel of God. We further wish to acknowledge our debt of gratitude to Dr,Press-' ly and his family for the ¢ zstion they have made not only to our church and all it stands for, but to every interest looking to the upbuilding of our community. We recognize that due to the weight of years,we must bow to the inevitable and grant Dr.Press-| active pastor of our congregat First A.R.P.church of ha ville,N.C.,has accomplishe been due largely to the efforts of this good man and his great life. with us shall always be the guiding: force in our church and conerer| gation.1m We pray God’s richest Diessin on him and his family sale wish to assure them of our co in- ued love and affection. It is our desire that this reso that ‘all things work for good to tion he enread upon the minutes of ‘ch and a copy sent #0 ly. tipmamma 39 MONDAY NIGHT MARCH 4 1946 This meeting of the Session takes place on the Monday Night afterDr.Pressly's resignation on Sundaday March 4,Part 6f this meeting is a joint meeting with the Deacons and willbesonoted, The Session meeting was opened with the appointment of a ModeratorPro-tem.On motion of J.R.Cashion seconded by Frank Deaton M.i.Ramsey was elected . On Motion R.C.Bryson seconded by A.&.Guy ----Motion"that weelectDr.Pressly Pastor Emeritus "Carried unanimouslyWethenadjourntojoinwithDeaconsintheirmeeting.JOINT The deacons hear the unanimous recommendation that we elect Dr.Pressly Pastor Emeritus.They in turn agree and add that we pay Dr.Pressly $100.00monthlyinthisoffice,Deacon Neill Sowers moves that the pulpit comm.from the eldersboardhavefullauthoritytosupplythepulpitandthetreas.beinstructedtotakecareofthisexpense.Seconded by Deacon JohnKimmonsandpassedbytheDeacons. ELDERS RECONVENE Pulpit comm.is the previously elected Public Worship Comm.ThisComm,M.E.Ramsey,Frank Deaton,Julian White. Plans for the congregational meeting Sunay March 10 1947 drawn up. The Moderator is to appoint a commitee of five to begin work ofsecuringasuccessortoDR.Pressly. On motion Session was adjourned with prayer by J.R.CASHION. M.E.Ramsey Moderator J.S.White Clerk March 4 1946 Hirst Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church REV.JAMES H.PRESSLY,PASTOR Statesville,North Carolina March 10,1946 RESOLUTION The Congregation of the First Associate kKeformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville,N.C.in mecting assembled wish to express its love and devotion to Dr.J.H.Pressly and its deep appreciation for his faithful and loving service throughout the nearly 54 years that he has served us as Pastor of this church. In the words of the great poet,and writer,"Every institution is but the lengthened shadow of some great man".So it is with our church.It is the shadow of Dr.Pressly,and it is our hope and desire that in the years to come, we,the congregation,will not loose the vision of this great soul,but will use his life as an example for the up-building of the Kingdom of God here on this earth. "e express our gratitude,to him,for loyalty and obedience to the teaching of the word of God,constantly reminding us that the Bible is God's message to us,to which nothing is to be added and f'rom which nothing is to be taken. We wish to express our thanks for the able and fearless manner in which he has presented the teachings of the Gospel at all mes,for his understanding and sympathy for those in trouble and for his deer otion for the entire congregation. He has set a high standard for the church and showed us how to live it."e f*« shaveappreciatedhisnever failing faith and optimism.In hours of stress,in times of financial strain,when the future was dark and uncertain he would admonish us to have faith in God,that all things work for good to them that obey and love God.For this leadership we are very thankful. Bold and fearless as a speaker,we know that he was led by the Holy Spirit to preach,teach,exhort and proclaim the whole counsel of God. We further wish to acknowledge our debt of gratitude to br.Pressly and his family for the contribution they have made not only to our church and all it stands for,but to every interest looking to the upbuilding of our community. We recognize the lue to the weight of years,we must bow to the inevitible and grant Dr.Pressly his desire,to be relieved as the active pastor of our congregation.He all always have first place in our church and in our hearts for whatever good in the world that the First A.R.P.Church of Statesville, has accomplisned,it has been due largely to the efforts of this good man,and his great life with us shall always be the guiding force in our church and congregation. Hirst Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church REV.JAMES H,PRESSLY,PAstTor Statesville,North Carclina We pray God's richest blessing on him and his family and assure them of our continued love and affection. It is our dssire that this resolution be spread upon thebL this church and a@ copys sent to Dr.Pressly . Vattalm aiuuuerd rnCOMMITTEEO} we wish to minutes of 1 RESOLUTIONS Frank Deaton CONGRGATIONAL MEETING SABBATH MARCH 10 1946 In conformity to a call of the Session made March 4,1946,a con- gregational meeting was held at the hour of the morning service March 10,1946, Elder M.E.Ramsey having beeh appointed by the Session,called the meeting to order.Prayer for divine guidance was offered by Elder T.O.Morrison. Elder M.E.Ramsey called for nominations for a moderator. On motion Elder M.E.Ramsey was elected moderator for this meeting.On motion Elder J.S.White was elected clerk. The purpose of this meeting having been stated,the moderator ask-ed if the meeting was ready to consider the resignation of Dr.Pressly. After due consideration a motion was made and duly seconded that the congrgation concur with Dr.Bressly in his request th The FirstPresbyterythatonavcountthePastor's 54 years continuous service and his request to be relieved,to sever the Pastoral relations now existing between him and our congrgation. (Mr E.Morrison 2nd made this motion and it was seconded by Mr H.S.Douglas) 4 motion was made by N.S.Sowers that "Dr.Pressly be made PastorEmeriusatasalaryof$100.00 per month "was seconded by Chas.F.Moose and unanimously carried by the congrgation. A resolution presented at this meeting by a comm.composed of Frank Beaton,R.C*Bryson and J.R.Cashion honoring Dr.Pressly was unanimously adopted by the congrgation.Resolution as adopted to be Spread upon the minute book. At this time a committee appointed by M.E.Ramsey was read.It was to be the duty of this committee to guide and secure leads in the securing of a new pastor. Committee Frank Deaton -Chmn.Elder V.E Lackey Elder Buford Guy Deacon Mrs W.A.Jsample-----Congrgation at large. EK.Morrison 2nd----””" On motion by N.S.Sowers seconded by J.R.Cashion M.&.Ramsey was made ex-officio member of the above comn, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey. M.B.Ramsey MOD. J.S.White CLK. 43 Session was constituted with prayer by T.0.Morrison, Elders present:V.HE.LACKEY,J.D.PATTERSON,FRANK DEATON,S.A.HAIR,R.C.BRYSON,M.E.RAMSEY,J.R.CASHION,H.S.DOUGLAS,T.O.MORRISON,A.E.GUY,JULIAN WHITE.Members of ijastoral Comm present:E.MORRISON,BUFORD GUY,V.E.LACKEY,MRS W.A.SAMPLE,M.E.RAMSEY. Need of a director of Religious Ed.and young people's workerwasdiscussedahdeveryoneagreedastotheacutenessofthisproblem.It was moved and duly passed that we endorse this matterandpassontoDeaconsfortheitaction, A detailed report by the chmn.of the comm for securing a new pastorwasgivenandshowedthatmucheffortwasbeingputforthonthis. Delegates to Presbytery appointed were A.E.Guy or V.IE.LackeyElders,and Paul Ashburn and C.F.Mose Deacons. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Elder V.E .Lackey. Mi E.Ramsey Moderator J.S.White Clerk March 25 1946 Session was constituted with prayer by Hlder Elders present;V.E.LACEY,T.0.MORRISON,A.E.GUY,J.D. Patterson,J.R.Cashion,H.S.DOuglas,Frank Deaton,R.C.Bryson Ben Ramsey,J.S.White. Letter of dismissal to: Raymond Creedmore Mrs Katie Lee Terry J.Coite Terry/ Mr Lackey reminds us of the John Lewis ppwoperty and that something should be done about asing it was agreed.Will assure Mr Lewis that it will be put to use just as quicklt as practical. It was agreed to see the deacons about paying Elizabeth Pressly Moses for the work she has done for the choir.Sugested that they pay her $100.00 for work already done,and then make workingbasiswithher.(Incidentally this }100.00 was later raised on the outside and given her. A report from the pastoral comm.was gimwen by Chmn.Frank Deaton. They are hard at work, Session was adjourned with prayer by V.E Lackey. M.E.RAMSEY.MODERATOR J.S.WHITE CLERK April 8 1946 CONGREGATIONAL REPORT 77 PaesAddress.““*Ja. ....Character of sreckine ee Evangelistic,Practical? LAO es Does each Elder have a District?~~-~_--== What per cent visit systematically ad District?______%;Attend Prayer Meeting?..¢2_%;Are members of the Sabbath School?../02 -%;Are Tithers?_6S -%. Did an Elder attend Fall Presbytery?--.4€-%--.Spring Presbytery?--Ly eA THE DEACONS Z -.Names of Deacons transferred:-<_ Do you follow the » Names of Deacons retired by rotary system: Names of Deacons removed by death;—__- Names of Deacons received by certificate:_1/..0'- Names of Deacons ordained:_...---...-_//O4 Do Deacons encourage the people to practice Scriptural principles of Stewardship?--~— Was the total salary received adequate to enable the Pastor to render the most efficient service? When was salary paid?:Quarterly?__._._.____--__.What per cent of the Deacons tithe?..79.% Attend Prayer meeting? THE AUXILIARY ORGANIZATIONS ; Have You:A Sabbath School?_./2.2_---_.A Prayer Meeting?.._./2.5___..A Ladies’Society?__._/2 5 RE C.Union?-_-:An Intermediate Union?____‘/°.A Junior Union?__-.‘¢2_2..-___A Men’s Organization other than Bible Class? THE PEOPLE Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?-4é ee bas Has there been any special evan- gelistic effort since last report?yes .What per ‘cent of the membership attend public worship?we.ei ae What per cent of adult members belong to §.8.2.3¢__.%3 of Children attend public worship?---So am ;Is Sab- bath observance poor,fair,good,excellent?—-FAIR =..Do parents keep their vows to train their aire 1% What per cent of homes have family worship?(Count,do not guess)=f0____%,;Are the people growing in the spirit and practice of Stewardship?..._.._.._-/@S_____..._...._.What per cent of Tithers have you?2 (A Is drinking on the increase in the Community?--(2 5____.__..Is feeling between people and pastor cordial?25. Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work?a .What per cent of the membership attend Communion?_&S -%;Do you make a roll of those in attendance?70.-- Is a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves?--E>... Is the Church making an earnest effort to reach the unsaved?__/<2 When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle?_ Are you willing to have your Synodical Assessment increased?..(LC bi eats jSalarywithinpastfiveyears?_..j 2 2._.-__~_Ten years?.-.- How many.from your congregation are attending College or University?Zi ie sitaitiniiianincshissintgeniiniiln res,cee .How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer?La Lé :Af shh Were all the orders of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed?_____.//i-S Were er contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly?-~~42:Dies -Sree ..How much?$__--ai Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation? REMARKS: Synod and should tharefore be inaited onieT hateve lenday nated ~ first Sa eeEof April. (3)copy’ea yeh am 3 One copy c your Presbytery. Keep one on file. Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1, ,through March 31,194... Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may nothe counted twice. Name of Chure sintdaciie ional asastiarestapatrsieipenerekfern Name of Minis CLL fll En LE Ia annnnnnn Postoffice any le Mien carne tenor ennnreeemnepeenraeamnantatinnsnarmname Total number of active members on revised roll Number of inactive members Tithers:(1)No...2c __......}(2)What per cent of members Family altars:(1)No.........-;(2)What per cent of No.of families_..% Accessions:7 ; By Profession..|_..By Certificate AG,Reinstatement Losses: By Death”...By Certificate aba,Removal from Roll.O.Total fee Baptisms:2 A ee.Reape Bes Total..../O A Assessed or Paid Promised Salary 0%.20 32 C002 00 Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)or DS.20 WioF.gO Orphanage 183.DO Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other V7 | local causes ;Scien Winer :000.00 Sabbath Schools— 1.Number of Pupils Enrolled a, 2.Number in Home Department : 3.Number in Cradle Roll Ye 4.Collection for the Year Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled /G0 Collection for the Year’ Young People’s Christian Union—/ Number of Members NE Collection for the Year| Intermediates—»‘4NumberofMembersZ Collection for the Year! Junior Christian Union— Number of Members ea Le Collection for the Year)§ Add for amount (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to budget by auxiliaries NET TOTAL (Divide Total Paid by number 5 active members in con- gregation)O00 oo CAPITA|$ Value Church Property ofl ?Insured “SAS 00000 Value Parsonage Property \Geanee Insured at}$7 COCO.04 PLEASE FILL EACH BLANK.Return to P.L.Grier,Charlotte,N.C.,R.2, just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. SABBATH SCHOOL REPORT TO PRESBYTERY ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH NOTE:It is very important that this blank be filled out accurately and fully and,therefore,VERY IMPORTANT that it be begun in plenty of time.Pastor,Superintendent and Secretary should co-operate in making the report,and the important facts should be read before the School.In addition,a brief letter from Superintendent or Pastor would be interesting and helpful to the Presbytery. Report of..First A.»AR.P.__Sabbath School for Year Ended March 381,19.4:7.._.. Name of Superintendent..'l.0.)/orrison Address...-tatesville,N.C. Number added to the Church through the Sabbath School during the year... No.of Officers in Cradle Roll Dept...1.No.of Children on Cradle Roll No.of Officers in Home Dept No.of Pupils...-meresse__.__...Offerings Grand Total Enrollment (All Departments)450...Net Gain Over Last Year Was Rally Day Observed?......__.©S__.Children’s Day?. Do teachers visit their pupils ?____.ia Do other members search for new pupils?VS Do you have Teachers’Meetings?_yes «How Often?quarterly Do Officers and Teachers subscribe a doctrinal statement? ORGANIZATION Is School ee Indicate,by underscoring,regularly organized departments:Beginners,Pri- mary,Junior,Intermediate,Young People’s,Adult,Teacher-Leadership Training,Daily Vaca- tion BibleSchool,Cradle Rojl,Home Department. Name Departments having their own Superintendent Has School an Organized Class for Men?ee —oes Number in Men’s Class...83._.Increase “¢éamiata-In Women’s Class __V¢ LITERATURE No.of A.R.P.Quarterlies used:Primary...39°Junior Name other helps or Quarterlies used.Lywaaw Sos L Are Graded or Uniform Lessons used in Elementary Departments? Give names of Young People’s Papers used :Q#)--en ae z e Give names of Children’s Papers ee:4 Is supplemental work in Catechisms and in Scripture,as outlined in A.R.P.Manual,required for promo- Re ae et”a ee V ..EQUIPMENT Number of separate class-rooms in use...Name Departments and Classes having separate rooms Be-inners,Primay,Junior No.of Volumes in Library...Are special helps for Teachers provided by School Are Wall Maps for class-room work?..........Is School making plans for better equipment ?_.......... MISSION SCHOOL No.of Officers&Teachers...Pupils ce neue.OlOrings lle Fill out blank carefully and send to Clerk of Presbytery five days before meeting of Presbytery.File copy in Secretary’s Book for Record. IMPORTANT.The Committee on Sabbath Schools in each Presbytery will return these reports to the Clerk of the Pres- bytery who will mail them with a copy of the report of Committee to the Director of Religious Education for the Synod. Session Was constituted with prayer by T.0.Morrison Present:R.C.Bryson,J.R.Cashion,S.A.Hair,H.S.DouglasT.O.Morrison,V.E.Lackey,A.E.Guy,M.E.Ramsey, Frank Deaton,J.S.White. Session voted to draw up resolutions for spreading on the minute book and sending to the family of the late ElderT.L.Stikeleather.The comm.appointed to draw up the res- Olutions was composed of R.C.Bryson and A.E.Guy. The young peoples work was discussed---Mr J.&.Cashion and Mr Chas.Moose are at work---Connsidering hiring Miss Mabel Hamilton. Frank Deaton reported that the comm for obtaining a new min- ister had unanimously agreed on Rev.H.Louis Patrick of Newberry,S.C.On a mtion by H.S.Douglas seconded by T.O. Morrison the Session unanimously voted to concur in the selection of Rev Patrick.The Report on Rev.Parick was most favorable and the Session heartily endorsed the select- ion of the comm, On motion Session was adjourned with prayer by S.A.Hair. May 20 1946 M.E.Ramsey Moderator J.S.White Clerk (No Meetings held during month of June ) Session constituted with prayer by T.0O.Morrison Present:H.S.Douglas,V.#.Lackey,J.D.Patterson,J.R.Cashion, T.O.Morrison,Frank Deaton,A.E.Guy,M.E.Ramsey, J.S.White. A Comm.from the Walker Bible Class appeared before theSession(Mrs Haskell Mills,Mrs Chas.Moose,Mrs W.TomEvans®and told of the desire of their class to build a a Classroom for their class---preferably separate from the present educational building.On ea motion by J.R.Cashion seconded by V.E.Lackey the Session voted to sanction their plan.Their comm.was instructed to place thier plans before the Deacons and Then to the Trustees. Moderator M.E.Ramsey read a letter from Rev Patrick asking for certain information--- (1)order of Service---Send him bulletin to show present order but let him choose his own,(2)Wearing Geneva Gown Better forget for the time-- not being done in local chuches,(3)Foregoing Sabbath Nite Service during month of Sept.&Oct.--To give him time to meet the young people--- this granted(4)midweek prayer meeting---it's subject matter and pro- gram left to Rev.Patrick. Two elders were appointed tomeet with the young people every Sabbath nite through month of August. Matter of Y.M.C.A.which is being promoted for our city was discussed.Frank Deaton who attended a meeting at theMethodistChurchsagsthatourassessmentis$600.00. The elders voted to endorse this project in principle and lend it moral support but let the Deacons decide the fin- ancial angle. Various comm.at work end the comm,for installation is in contact with Rev.C.0.Williams in order to get lined up on proper proceedure, Session was adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey July 1 1946 M.E.Ramsey,ModeratorJ.S.White,Clerk (\A meeting of the joint boards was held ontthe Sabbath Afternoon preceeding this and the housing comm.reported on their findings with reference to the purchase of the Steele property.After reports by Mrs.J.L.Pressly,H.S.Douglas,Chas.Moose,and others and much discusion themeetingadjournedtoawaitafurtherreport.The pmopertyhadbeenofferedfor$20.000 but the meeting was adjourn-on a motion that we not consider this property unless thepricebereducedto18,000. The Sesion was constituted with prayer by Dr.Pressly who hadmetwithitinordertotryandsmoothoutthe"Parsonagepurchaseaffair" Dr.Pressly made a very brief talk about the issue and plead for harmony and for amicable settlement.after his plea Dr Pressly retired. A lengthy discussion was then held as to wheter or not torentorsecureaparsonageatthistime.Hbwever this discus- sion lead nowhere,Mr.A.E.Guy reviewed the matter up to this time and stated that since the joint meeting of the Elders and Beacons on a preceeding Sabbath had been adjourmed until the propsrty could be bought for $18,000.00,he falt there was little we could do. To get the matter of the floor J.S.White made the follow- motion---seconded by \.C.Ramsey and passed by the Session Motion;Unless the Steele Property can be secured for the$18,000 as recemmened by the joint boards by Noon Saturday Aug 8 1946 we decline and forget the the purchase of the propgsrty. On recommendation of the commm.of Cashion and Moose the Session voted to hire Miss Mable Hamilton for one year datingduly1. Seasion adjourned with prayer August 3 1947 M.E.Ramsey,Moderator J.S.White ,Clerk Session was constituted with prayer by J.R.Cashion Present:V.E.Lackey,J.D.Patterson,M.E.Ramsey,H.S.DouglasJ.R.Cashion,Frank Deaton,R.C.Bryson,and J.S.Whi te. A letter of dismissal was granted Mr.Allen Brawley to theFirstPresbyterianChurchofthisCity. At this point three ladies--Mrs J.L.Fressly,Mrs W.A.SampleandMissLilaWhiteenteredthemeetingoftheSession.MrsPresslywasthespokesmanbuttheothertwoladiesaddedafewwords,Their thought was that the Laflies of the ChurekRhadbeenseriouslyaffrontedbycertainelderswhomtheyseemadtothinkhadblockedtheirrightsinthepurchaseoftheSteeleproperty. A lester from The First Presbyterian Church was read express-théir good will at our having selected their Elder John A.Scott to participate in our insallation services (chargeCongregation). Installation plans were discussed ’City to be zoned and visitation list for new minister to bemadebya.E.Guy &V.E.Lackey ; At this time M.E.Ramsey asked what the Session intended todoortelltheladiesabouttheparsonageissue.On motionbyR.C.Bryson,seconded by J.D.Patterson any further actionwasdeferredtosomefuturetime. Meeting adjourned prayer H.S.Douglas... August 19 1946 M.E.Ramsey,ModeratorJ.S.White,Clerk f.ag¢.1986 ficers ok Rev.H.Louis Patrick,Pastor Residence:12214 South Mulberry Street Mapet L.Hamivton,Director of Religious Education Residence:212 East Broad Street;Phone:478-J;Office Phone:978 THE SESSION R.C.Bryson A.E.Guy J.R.Cashion S.A.Hair Frank Deaton V.E.Lackey H.S.Douglas T.O.Morrison J.D.Patterson W.C.Ramsey M.E.Ramsey J.8S.White THE BOARD OF DEACONS Cuas.F.Moose,Chairman Pau.S.Asupurn,Treasurer. Paul Ashburn William Alexander Hubert Brown Louis Evans Sam Gaither Buford Guy Erskine Johnson John Kerr Eugene Little Jesse Lentz Chas.F.Moose Searr MorrisonDr.J.L.Pressly Gales PattersonW.L.(Buck)Johnston Lloyd Reynolds THE SABBATH SCHOOL T.O.Morrison W.A.Sample,Jr. Boyce Shook Carl Sowers Neill Sowers Edgar Troutman Albert White William White Irvin White SuperintendentOMARMeeeoeeebeseaesAssistantSuperintendentMissRachelMorrisonSecretary THE WOMAN’S AUXILIARY es ince y edi ee kee ds ecawsd ncaa PresidentMrs.Robert H.Tilley Vice-PresidentNeIosshtekwaveenexeeckeewasRecordingSecretaryMissMaieStonerCorrespondingSecretaryYSC35c's ob os Eke oe dc wee bh wa eeeeaneee Renn Treasurer THE YOUNG PEOPLE’S CHRISTIAN UNION Bill Deaton PresidentNOIososi's Fhe oe dlewee ceeawee bare Vice-Presidentcisekbcckondcscceesscdévowces.SecretaryJimmyAlexander A.R.Hayes,Jr Buford Guy Treasurer Scoutmaster Assistant Scoutmaster The Sabbath —August 25th Morning Wrship fla.m. +++ THE ORGAN PreELupE:‘‘Pilgrim’s Chorus’’Wagner Tue DoxoLioey THE PRAYER or INVOCATION Psauter NumMpBer 464 —4 verses THe Scrirture Lesson Psauter NumpBer 175 —8 verses THE OFFERTORY SERVICE The Prayer of Dedication The Offertory:‘‘Berceuse from Jocelyn’’Godard The Anthem:‘‘Come Let Us Worship’’Lorenz Rev.Paul L.Grier SERVICE OF INSTALLATION Statement by Presiding Minister of all Preliminary Preceedings.............Rev.Paul L.Grier Questions to Pastor-Elect Rev.Paul L.Grier Questions to Congregation Rev.Paul L.Grier Charge to Pastor Dr.J.W.Carson Charge to Congregation...................Mr.John A.Seott Prayer Psauter NuMBeEr 74 THE BENEDICTION WITH CHORAL RESPONSE THE Postiupe:‘‘Procession of the Magi’’Mallard _Aeinidliiiidiiaant +++ THE ANNUAL SABBATH SCHOOL PICNIC WILL BEHELDATTHESTATEFARMTHISWEDNESDAY(AUGUST 28th)AT SLX O’CLOCK.An open air Prayer Meeting will be heldtherefollowingthepienic.All young people meet at the church Wed-nesday afternoon at 4:30 to go out to the State Farm for a good timebeforethepicnic.Be sure to be there or you’ll be missing a lot of fun! The Union Service will be held this evening at St.John’s Luth-eran Church.Reverend Neill R.MeGeachy will be the guest minister. + Calling all Juniors!There will be ‘‘Open House’’for the Juniors in the basement of the Sabbath School Building,Tuesday evening from 7 :30 to 9:00.Don’t miss it,because we’re really counting on hav- ing a big time! + The Young People’s Groups will meet this evening at six o’clock. The topie for the Y.P.C.U.will be ‘‘The Greatest Thing In the World -Love.’’Mr.Jay Little will be the leader.It is very important that everyone attend.The Intermediates,under the leadership of Miss Patsy Smith,will have a program on ‘‘Giving Service Along the Highway.’’ bhath —August 25th ning Worship fla.m. +++ ilgrim’s Chorus’’Wagner IN 4 verses dication siding Minister of all Preceedings Rev.Paul L.Grier br-Elect Rev.Paul L.Grier Rev.Paul L.Grier Dr.J.W.Carson eer Mr.John A.Seott CHORAL RESPONSE sion of the Magi’’Mallard eitiiiaiainiansts +++ THE ANNUAL SABBATH SCHOOL PICNIC WILL BE HELD AT THE STATE FARM THIS WEDNESDAY (AUGUST 28th)AT SLX O’CLOCK.An open air Prayer Meeting will be held there following the picnic.All young people meet at the church Wed- nesday afternoon at 4:30 to go out to the State Farm for a good time before the picnic.Be sure to be there or you'll be missing a lot of fun! The Union Service will be held this evening at St.John’s Luth- eran Church.Reverend Neill R.MeGeachy will be the guest minister. + Calling all Juniors!There will be ‘Open House”’for the Juniors in the basement of the Sabbath School Building,Tuesday evening from 7:30 to 9:00.Don’t miss it,because we’re really counting on hav- ing a big time! + The Young People’s Groups will meet this evening at six o’clock. The topic for the Y.P.C.U.will be ‘‘The Greatest Thing In the World -Love.’’Mr.Jay Little will be the leader.It is very important that everyone attend.The Intermediates,under the leadership of Miss Patsy Smith,will have a program on ‘‘Giving Service Along the Highway.”’ ou Pi oun ryn/-J /<J a itz.7 Zoe Sl ANNOUNCEMENTS The Union Service this evening will be held at ourChurch.lkeverend H.Louis Patrick will preach. The Women's Missionary Societies are having theirannualJubileeBirthdayPicnic,Monday evening at6:30.At 8:00 o'clock Reverend B.L.Hamilton willshowpicturesofIndia.Mrs.Clyde Alexander,whowassentbytheSocietyasadelegatetoBonclarken,will give her report.The entire congregation isinvitedtoseethesepicturesandheartheBon-clarken report. The regular Mid-week Prayer Meeting will be held byReverendH.Louis Patrick.Wednesday evening willbeginastudyoftheParablesofJesus.Let us allbesuretoattend. The Sabbath evening services will begin at ourChurchOctober6,196. The Session will meet Monday evening at seven- thirty. We want to thank everyone who had a part in helpingwiththeSabbathSchoolpicnic.A good time was hadbyall. The Young People's Groups will meet at six-thirtythisevening.For the month of September the pro-grams of the Y.P.C.U.will be centered around "THECHURCH."‘This evening the topic will be "What IsTheChurch?”and the meeting will be led by Mr. Johnny Patterson.The Intermediates will have aprogramon"Temperance"led by Miss Mary AnneJenkins. DON'T MISS THE WEINER ROAST Y.P.C.U.MEMBERS!It'stobeatMiller's Lake on the Taylorsville KoadFridayevening,September 6,at 6:30.This is be-ing given especially in honor of those who are leay-ing us to go off to college. BO Cle.WS br.Ato THE LORD'S DAY -SEPTEMBER 1,191.6 The Order ofMorningWorship,11:00 A.M. ++ PRELUDE:"Allegro Con Moto"Sheppard %*DOXOLOGY CALL TO PRAYER and INVOCATION PSALTEK NUMBER III (Verses 1,2,and 3) THE PASTORAL PRAYER THE OFFERTORY SERVICETheOffertory:"At Eventide"The Prayer of DedicationTheAnthem;"Great Is The Lord" SPECIAL NOTICES SCRIPTURE LESSON:Colossians 1;:9-18 #PSALTER NUMBER 72 (All verses) SERMON:"The Church of Paul's Prayer" Text:Col.1:10,11 PRAYER OF CONSECRATION #%#PSALTER NUMBER 49);(All verses) *BENEDICTION with CHORAL RESPONSE POSTLUDE:"March of Victory"Strickland »&¢ (#=Congregation will please stand) THE ORDER OF EV PRELUDE:"Prelude Religio #*DOXOLOGY PRAYER OF CONFESSION:(inmercyuponus,Q God,a¢ing kindness;according Thy tender mercies blotgressions.Create in u God,and renew a right Cast us not away from TnotThyHolySpiritfrousthejoyofThysalvat Our Lord.Amen. %#PSALTER NUMBER 177 (All THE GENERAL PRAYER THE OFFERTORY SERVICE The Offertory:"Whisp The Prayer of Dedicat The Anthem:"Seek Ye SCKIPTUKE LESSON:John 1; *PSALTER NUMBER 198 (Versé SERMON;"The Keed that Beg *#PSALTER NUMBER 473 (Versé #BENEDICTION with CHORAL RE POSTLUDE:"Processional Me * (#*-Congregation y -SEPTEMBER 1,19.6 HE ORDER OF EVENING WORSHIP nen een he order of orship,11:00 A.M.PRELUDE:"Prelude Religioso” ++©##DOXOLOGY on Moto"Sheppard .PRAYER OF CONFESSION;(in unison)“Have mercy mercy upon us,0 God,according to Thy:lov- ing kindness;according to the multitude of Thy tender mercies blot out our trans-~ INVOCATION gressions.Create in us clean hearts,O God,and renew 4 right spirit within us. (Verses 1,2,and 4)Cast us not away from Thy presence,and take not Thy Holy Spirit from us.Restore unto us the joy of Thy salvation in Jesus christ, Our Lord.Amen. CE "At Eventide"Harris %PSALTER NUMBER 1°77 (All verses) Dedication eat Is The Lord"Clark THE GENERAL PRAYER THE OFFER TORY SERVICE The Offertory:"whispering Hope"Hawthorne The Prayer of Dedication The Anthem:“Seek Ye The Lord"Roberts (All verses)SCRIPTUKE LESSON:John 1335-2 h of Paul's Prayer" Text:Col.1:10,11 #PSALTER NUMBER 198 (Verses 1,2,ot 7) TION SERMON:"The Reed that Became @ Rock" (All verses)#PSALTER NUMBER 373 (Verses 1 and 2) HORAL RESPONSE #BENEDICTION with CHORAL RESPONSE bf Victory"Strickland POSTLUDE :"processional March"Krentzlin *«# stion will please stand)(%-Congregation will please stand) The Pollowing resolution was adopted by the Board ofBldersoftheFirstAssociateRoformedPresbyterianChurch,Statesvilio,lorth Carolina at its rogular meeting,September 2,19463 In the passing of Theophilus L,Stikeleather,theSessionofthePirstA.R»P»Chureh has lost a faithfulmemberandconscientiousofficer.Brother StikeeleatherwasoneoftheoldestmombersofthisClurch,having reared his f in its enviroment,and washonereadbyelectiontoBoardofDeaconsandtheBoardofiwherehehadservedforaperiodof yOoarge ilis bread experience,good Judgment,and wise counselprovedvaluabletotheworkoftheChurch,andhe wontherespectofallwithwhomhewasbroughtintocontact, Mindful of the long association with lr.StikeleatherasanofficerofthebodyandhisconstrustiveworkonbehalfoftheSessitheBoardofElderstefully 3recordsitsappreciationbyadoptingthefo Be it resolved,that we,on behalf of the membershipofthePirstAeNePeChurch,Statosville,Me Ce,attest to the inspiration and support which BrothorStikeleatherbroughttothedeliverationsoftheSessionuponwhichhoefaithfullyservedgand be spreadon the mimbesofthis spenisstions amie.&on the of this ON,a7besenttoBrotherStikeleather's f as atestimonialofoursincoreappreciationofusO=fulness,not as a member of the Session,but asamemberoftheChurchandalsoasacitizenofthis camunitye Zc“>fhAA ta Crete, ae— Session was constituted with prayer by Rev Patrick Present:V.E.Lackey,T.0.Morrison,J.D.Patterson,W.C.Ramsey H.S.Douglas,S.A.Hair,J.R.Cashion,Frank Deaton, R.C.Bryson,J.S.White. Resolutions with reference to the death of late Elder T.L. Stikeleather are submitted and adopted by the Session and copy put in minute book and cppies mailed the members of the Stikeleather family. Rev.Patrick discusses roll and visitation---Try and see sick and shut in first and then begin Bastoral calls with a member of the Session. Method of receiving and instucting new members to be left to the Pastor. Fall meeting----Time and man left to choice of Bastor. Vestibule tables for handing out literature---all arrange- ments and material to be handed out left to the Pastor. The Pastor authorized to use the Session Room for his Study. Comm.of Paul Ashburn and A.E.Guy to work with Pastor in transforming and adapting the room to study in line with needs, Allow young men's class to proceed with use of Hymns. J.R.Cashion to see Deacons and arrange purchase of three hundred Psalter-Hymnals. Sesshon adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey September 2 1946 Rev H.Louis Patrick,Moderator J.-S.White,Clerk Sunday September 8 1946 at called meeting Clyde whitereceivedintochurchbyconfession.Baptised later. Session constituted with prayer by Rev H.L.Patrick. Mrs Elizabeth Plaxco Patrick received by letter into our church, Mr Lackey Reports on division of the roll into zones for vis- itation.Zone 1 to get started first. Mr Cashion gives report on securing Psalter-Hymnals.Psalter-Hymnal to cost $130 and S.S.Hymnal .75. Leave type book for S.S.to Superintendant,. eal says Deacons unanimously approve purchase of newooks,. Session decides that:Whereas the Synod has granted permis - sion for the use of the Psalter Hymnal and whereas the two Boards of our church have unanimously agreed on its use--iie therefore ask the congrgation by vote concur with us in it's use. Mr.Patrick has secured for the fall meeting Rev C.0.Williams. Mr.Patrick reads two letters from Synod with regard to Synod's evangelistic program.Consider in detail next meet - ing. M.E.Ramsey reports that payment completed on MinisterialRetirementfund.$3600.00.Sti we §1500.00 en Scout Cabin fund. Session votes to observe both Communions--Worlwide &regular at Fall Meeting Motion by M.E.Ramsey and seconded by J.R.Cashion the Board voted by 9--3-to grant congregation to vote on quest- ion @f whether to Rent or acqure a parsonage »Congregatiion- meeting to be held September 29 1946 Meeting adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey September 26 1946 Rev H.Louis Patrick,Moderator;J.S.shite,Clerk Sabbath September 29 1946 --Congregational Meeting. Mr A.E.Guy acted as clerk due to the illness of regular clerks A congrgetional meeting was held at the close of the morningservice,The meeting was called to order by Rev.H.L.Patrick.An expression as to whether or not the Church officilly adoptPsalter-Hymnal for use in our services was called for by thePastor.A vote was taken which was unanimous. The pastor submitted question as requested by resolution ofBoardofElders;Whether or not this congrgation would cone¢invetorentoracquireaparsonage.Wo discussion Ayes:Overwhelming majorityNoes;7 (to acquire a parsonage) At this time the moderator entertained a motion by AlbertCooper;"Whereas we have on hand approximately $7800.00inbuildingfundandtherehasbeensubscribedapproximately$7500.00 toward the purchase of the Steele home for $19000.00esachurchparsonage,we go ahead and purchase it."MotionsecondedbyChas,Washington. Opened for discussion -- ‘Motion was made by Chas.Moose that matter be postponed sixmonths. Motion was made calling for vote on main resolution offeredbyCooper, At this time a discussion being presented by Scarr Morrisonwasinterruptedandthemoderatorexplainedproceeduretobetaken. Motion to adjourn was made by T.0.MorrisonElderBrysonquestionedtheproceedureasexplained by themoderator.Objection to proceedure by Bryson was over ruledbymoderator.The moderator called for a vote on question ofpostponementforsixmonths.This proposition was uhbanimouslyrejected, Moderator called for a vote on whether or not we would passontheresolutiontopurchase,The congrgation were of oneaccordonthisproceedure,Moderator called for a vote en resolution as posed byGoopertopurchaseandrequestedtheclerktomakeacount.Those in favor"opposed Motion by Deacon Neil Sowers;That the Board of Trustees (ofFirstA.R.P.Church be authorized abd directed on behalf ofthechurchtocarryoutthewishesofthecongregationtoacquireSteelehomeonDavieAve.and that Board of Trusteessolicitandworkascommitteetoraisenecessaryfunds.Votewastakenwithnoopposition,Meeting then adjourned,Rev.-H.Louis Patrick,ModeraterA.E.Gu Clerk of M °Sep.29 1946 "ee Session was opened with prayer by Rev Patrick. Absent:W.C.RBAMSEY,V.E.LACKEY Messrs Cashion and Ashburn wemwe instucted to go ahead withthepurchaseofthePsalter-Hymnals.. Visitation report was given. The families of Mr Searr Morrison and Mr Chas.Moose weregerntedletters.(This action was rescinded and action wastobetakenatalaterdate). Comm.for Communion arrangements--li.i.Ramsey,J.D.Patterson,and A.ii.Guy. Sessions delegate to Bresbytery Oct 8 is to be T.0.Morrison. Comm.on evangelism.(In line with Synod's Program) Pastor to head the above comnittee.Elder on it--S.A.Hair Albert WhiteWomen's Aux.Mrs Fred AlexanderSabbathSchoblMrsBufordGuyY.P.C.U.Miss Mabel HamiltonTherewasamtionmadeandpassed that the Bastor andElderontheabovecomm.consult with head of each organ-ization and pick other members, A group of Ladies offered to serve the Elders cake ahd coffeeaftereachSessionMeeting.Session appreciates but declinesthisoffer. Clerk instructed to thank E.Morrison Jr.by letter for hisworkasclerk.(This was done promptiy) Adjourned with prayer. September 30 1946 Rev.H.Louis Patrick,Mod.J.S.White,Clerk. Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Absent:T.0.Morrison,V.E.Lackey,R.C.Bryson,A.i.Guy. Report on meeting of Presbytery given by M.E.Ramsey. Report on purchase of Psalter-Hymnals given by J.R.Cashion, they have been ordered but due to shortage of paper will be aboyt thre months before delivery can be made, Actionon letters of dismissal requested was as follows: Mrs H.P.Grier Sr.To First Presbyterian Church--Granted Mr Scarr Morrison's Family ~~ Mr Chas moose Family Action deferredMrsHowagedThulberry(Bolly Morrison)Granted Mr &Mrs Joe Mills To Mooresville Granted Mr Wm.F.Schneider To Asheville Granted A discussion about allowing the young peoples to holdaHaloweencarnivalintheeducationalbldg.was held. There was some opposition to this and the matter was dropped for the time being. N.C.Council of Churches ---request that we pay them yearly dues at the rate of .05 per member.Session sanctions and refes to a Deacons.(They approve and pay for 605 Members as Basis). On motion duly seconded and passed Mr Patrick was given power +- supervise and direct the work of the Director of Religious Education in our churc,Miss Hamilton. The Comm.Ashburn and Guy who fitted up the Bastor's study was asked to fix up Miss Hamilton's office. Session adjourned with prayer by W.C.Ramsey. October 17 1947 Rev H.L.PATRICK,Moderator J.S.White ,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Mr Patrick. Absent:V.E.LACKEY,W.C.RAMSEY Pastor reports on work of Miss Hamilton.she "to have com- plete charge of work in educatinnal bldg.subject to ap- proval of the Session. Letters of dismissal were granted to Mrs Esther Hoke andMrsLewisWebb’(Sarah Alexander) Boy Scout Leader asks for one service for young people and Scouts----Session voted to give them morning service first Sabbath in December. Arrangements for Fall Meeting Ms E.Ramsey to take care of hotel arrangements for Mr Williams, Night services only--but afternoon service on Sat.for young people. Cottage Prayer meetings to be held.Each leader of these meetings is to ask for list of prospective members, Each Elder responsible for reorting the sick on his list to the pastor. Meeting adjourned with prayer by T.O.MOrrison October 28 1946 Rev.H.L:Patrick ,Moderator J.S.wWhite »Clerk Fall Meeting was held by Rev.C.O.Williams of Gastonia, N.C.November 6.7.8.9.10. Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick Absent:T.0.Morrison,J.R.Cashion,S.A.Hair. Aletter of dismissal was granted to G.C.McGinsey‘A letter of good standing was granted to Mr.&Mrs Chas.Mooseandfamily. Young Men's Chass was given the custodianship of the service‘flag.they are to preserve as they see fit, It was decidéd to have two elders on the east door and twoonthewestdoorregularlytogreetthepeopleaftermorn-ing services.These men are to be changed once a month, Regular Thanksgiving service to be held at 10:00 Thurs.A.M.Special collection to go to Dunlap or Deacons Fund as Spec~ified---If not specified divide between the two 50-50-, Christmas program to be left in hands of MR.Patrick,MissHamilton,and Mrs Yount, Pastor granted leave from town Friday and Saturday follow-ing Thanksgiving. Session adjourned with prayer by Bryson. November 17 1946 Rev.H.BL.Patrick,ModeratorJ.S.White ,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Absent:W.C.Ramsey. Reports from greeting comm.and Christmas program Gomm,. Co-Operate with W.C.T.U.at Union Meeting Methodist Church Sunday 3:00P.M.Jan.5.1947.We to have our regular nite service, We to join in with Union Service First Presbyterian Church Sunday Nite December 14.McDowell Music Club. Ladies Auxilliary to arrange interior decorations for Christ- mas, Letters were granted to Mr &Mrs Melvin Dagenhardt,and to Mr &Mrs Murray Mowrow and Children, If Young Men's Class desires to change the seating arr.oftheirclassroomo.k.by Session.To be discussed with thembyMr.Lackey.(Seating to better conform with seating inmainauditorium), Session adjourned with prayer T.0O.Morrison. December 2 1946 Rev.H.L.Patrick,Moderators J.S.White,Glerk After previous Sabbath Night service J.F.Adkins joined with church by confession.to be Baptised later.His wife Mrs Adkins due to difficulty in finding her later joined by re- affirmation of her faith. 61 Session Constituted with prayer by pastor Rev H.L.Patrick Absent:T.0.MOrrison,R.C.Bryson,W.C.RAmsey,S.A.Hair ,V.E.Lackey. Mr M.E.Ramsey of the comm.on music presented Mrs Whitten'sresignationasorganist.The problem of finding a sucessorwasdiscussed, A comm.composed of M.E.Ramsey to approach Deacons and make suitable recognition of Mrs Whitten's Services,(Ideaisaweddinggift) Miss Hamiltom granted Christmas vacation Dec 23 --Jan lst. Discussion of Janitor.Work unsatisfactory unanimously ag- reed.Direct and turn ower to Deacons to do something about- replace him. A letter was granted tb Mr Horace Stikeleather . December 16 1946 Rev.H.L.Patrick.Moderator J.S.White ,Clerk Session opened with prayer by Rev Patrick, Present:M,E.RAMSEY,H.S.DOUGLAS,J.D.PATTERSON ,R.C.BRYSON. R.C.Bryson appointed acting clerk, Rev Patrick discussed home visitation conference to be heldinatlantabeginningJan.12.It was moved by M.E.Ramsey,sec-onded by H.S.Douglas that Rev Patrick be granted permission foattend,and dispense with night service on January 12.Motionpassedunanimously, A confirmation clas before Easter,in connection with servicespreceedingspringcommunion,was informally discussed,andnodefiniteactiontaken, There was informal discussion of necessity for improvingchurchpropertywasheld.It was suggested that the matterbebroughttoattemtionofBoardofDeaconsassoonaspos-sible.No further action was taken, Comm to serve at doors month of Jan.T.0.Morrison,Scott Hair,M.E.Ramsey and R.C.Bryson, Meeting was adjourned with prayer. December 30 1946,Rev.H.L.Patrick,ModeratorJ.S.White Clerk. By R.C.BRYSON Acting Clerk, Session las opened with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Present:Frank Deaton,A.E.Guy,V.E.Lackey,H.S.Douglas,J.D.Patterson,J.R.Cashion,J.S.white, February Elders at doors:West;Frank Deaton,J.S.White.Kast;J.R.Cashion,.C.Ramsey. Our Participation in the program of broadcasting localchurchservicesovercitynewbroadcastingstationwasendorsedandpresentedtothedeaconsfortheirapprov-al and financial underwriting. Communicants Glass--Pastor proposes to discuss the DoctrinesofTheChurchattheSabbathNightServices.Session en-dorses this as a better plan than the communicanté class, There was a request from N.C.Cuncil of Churches that wejoininunionserviceonWedNightJan29,on subject"Visual Education in The Church",Session voted not to. The Goals of our church for the coming year were dis-cussed by the pastor.A comm.to draft these goals wasappointedcomposedofRev.Patrick,Elders Douglas and White. It was agreed to have two elders appointed each month tovisittheyoungpeoplesservicesonSabbathNightsoratgivenintervals.Clerk to appoint these two men monthly. &Report on visitation was given.Good progress is beingmadebythePastorinspiteofwidespreadsicknessinourchurchatthistime, Adjourned with prayer- January 20 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick ,Moderator J.S.White ,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Present:H.S.Douglas,J.D.Patterson,V.#.Lackey,J.R.Cashion,Frank Deaton,J.S.White. J.D.Patterson and J.R.Cashion to visit young people duringmonthofFebruary. Letter of dismissal to First Presbyterian Church this citywasgrantedtoMr.&@ Mrs Scarr Morrison Jr, Session voted to join in union meeting Wednesday Night Feb,9 at First Presbyterian.Dr Kellersberger famed lepermissionarytospeak. Pastor gives report of the work of evangelistic comm.H.S.Doughas to see about getting list of new comers to cityforabovecommittee, Session voted to leave order of night service to the dis-cretion of the Pastor.iie are also to try and boost nightea&tindance. Adjourned with prayer by V.i.Lackey. February 3 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,Moderator, JS.Whi te,Clerk Session Meeting was constituted with prayer by the Bastor. Present:R.C.Bryson,A.z.Guy,H.S.Douglas,T.0.Morrison, M.E.Ramsey,Frank Deaton,J.S.White. Report of the work of the evangelistic committee was given by Mr Patrick. Prospective members---list being made. Inactive members They have a list. The above lists were read and discussed.@&very effort is being made to add names to list that should appear there. Miss Hamilton's request for leave of absence to attend training school at Richmond approx.three months was granted. Easter-----jie are to use Wednesday and Thursday nights preceeding Easter Sabbath for Pre-Easter Services.On Thursday night we are to have Communion. Letters were granted to mrs.Eugene Morrison Sr.and to Mr Alwyn Morrison. Mr.&Mrs A.E.We]born Were received into our church by let- ter from Presbyterian Church,Waynesboro,Ga. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by \i.C.Ramsey This meeting was held Sabbath night February 16 1947 Due to conflicting appointments of some members on lionday Night Rev.H.L.Patrick,Moderator J.S.White,Clerk. Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick Absent:We Ge Ramsey,A.E.Guy,J-R.Cashion. Letter granted to Mr.&Mrs.James"Spook"White to New Amity A-R.P.Church, Elders to visit young people during March--Frank Deaton,M,E. Ramsey. Provision to be made to take care of miss hamilton's work during her absence,T.0.Morrison to take care of the Sabe bath School work.Rachel Morrison Junior Choir. Mrs @dgar Sellers offers to do the cterical work of hiss Hamilton.After much discussion the session on mtion of J.S.White Sec.by R.C.Bryson the matter of securing some one for this is to left entirely to &comm,composed of J.R.Cashion from the Elders and N.S.Sowers from the Deacons.This is original comm.in charge of this work with the ex- ception of Mr Sowers who suceeded Mr Chas.Moose as chmn.of the Deacons Board. Session voted to work with the deacons on their steward- ship and every member canvass program April 13. Radio program "Victorious Living"(This Separate and apart from the our participation in the broadcast by local sta- tion of local Sunday services)was discussed .To be paid for on sme pro-rata basis as city Bble teachsr.Postpone any definite action on this. A request was given by Frank Deaton speaking for organizers o@ Girl Scouts in city.Session endorses organozation of a troop in our church and suggests that Walker Bible Class be sponsors. Adjourned with prayer by S.A.Hair March 3 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,Moderator J.S.White Clerk Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Absent:SvA#HEES,Frank Deaton,H.S.Douglas. Mr Patrick brings report from Deacons meeting he attended. They vote to participate in broadcast of services with local radio station. Outlines some of their plans for every member canvass. Session asked to help them with this. A motion was made and passed to let infant Baptismal Service become a part of the regular morning worship service.However it was agreed that where ever the parties presenting their children for baptism prefer privare or semi-private service that they can be arranged. A discussion was held on plans of recognition of new members received into church.Leave all this to a comm.composed of Mr.Batrick,R.C.Bryson,and J.R.Cashion. Fellowship Club---Mr Patrick suggests that a comm.be ap- pointed to start this work.On R.C.Bryson's motion Second - by J.R.Cashion the moderator is empowered to appoint this comm.from the session or church at large as seems advisable to him. Adjourned with prayer by TO Morrison Mareh 17 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,Moderator J.S.White,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick, Present:S.A.HAIR,;FRANK DEATON,T.O.MORRISON,J.R.CASHIONA.E.GUY,H.S.DOUGLAS,J.D.PATTERSON,J.S.WHITE, Mr.Patrick asked the Session again to endorse the selectionofmembersof"Felloeship Club Comm."from church at large.This was done, A-letter was granted Miss Winnie Frances Yount To Golling-wood Ave Presbyterian Church.,Toledo,ohio. Delegete to meeting of Presbytery April 8 is Frank DeatonwithT.0.Morrison as alternate. Elders Greeting at door April---- East Door-West Door T.O.Morrison S.A.Hair R.C.Bryson M,.E.Ramsey To visit young people A.E.Guy and J.S.White. Adjourned with prayer by T.0.MOrgvison. March 31 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,ModeratorJ.S.White ,Clerk Session constitutedcwith prayer by Rev.Patrick. Present:R.C.Bryson,J.D.Patterson,H.S.Douglas,M.E.Ramsey,Frank Deaton,J.S.White. A report by Frank Deaton our delegate to Presbytery was given. Plans were made for our sring meeting.The Rev.R.M.Kerr tobehereforthismeeting.Prospect lists were gone over andplansweremadefortheworkoftheEvangelisticTeams.They aretoworkthreenights,Ménday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Apr.21,22,&23.A comm,(J.D.Patterson &H.S.DouglasQwas appointed to makefinaldraftoftheprospectlist, On a motion by J.S.White seconded By R.C.Bryson the sessionvotedtomeetonenightamonthfromthisdateunlesscalledfor. Comm.appointed to act on admissions and dismissions--1-Pastor 2~-R.C.Bryson 3-d.Se White The above comm.was also asked to study and make recommendationsonsettingupvariouscommitteesoftheSession. Session was adjourned with prayer by M.E.Ramsey. April 14 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,PastorJ.S.White,Clerk Letters were granted: Mrs E.B.Hampton Jr.(Nee Virginia Jallace)Mers N.M.Pharr (N.H.Somers daughter) Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.H.L.Patrick. Absent:Frank Deaton,W.C.Ramsey. Delegate to Synod was elected H.S.Douglas. Rev.Patrick granted leave to speak at Cool Springs H.S. commencement. Summer for Mr.Patrick--Grant Mr Patricks request to pass up his six weeks vacation this year in order to take his six weeks next shmmer and take a Phree months course as was pro- mised when he accepted the call.He was also instructed to take a two weeks vacation this summer not chargeable against the above. Matter of participating in the summer union services Session voted to join in for five nights only and these nights are left to the discretion of Mr.Patrick. Mrs Bob Smithwick asks for baptism of her child,4:00 P.M.at her home Thurs. Mr Patrick authorized to act in the matter of Communion for the shut-ins.He is to make contacts and appointments ahd at least one elder to accompany him. Psalter-Hymnal---Order 150 additional and sell the Hymnals now in use in the Educational Bldg.This all subject to Deacons approval. Some problems of the Young Men's class were discussed, Session was adjourned with prayer by R.C.Bryson, May 12 1947.Rev.H.L.Patrick,PastorJ.S.White,Clerk Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Absent:W.C.Ramsey,A.E.Guy,V.E.Lackey. Mr Patrick reports in accordance with vote of last meeting we are agreeing to join in only five of the union services. Mr Patrick reports appreciative response with reference to pro- viding Communion for the shut-ins.He will begin work on this. At request of Rev.J.P.Johnston of Pressly Memorial Church we discussed the re-establishment of of our Diamond Hill MissionChurch,On a motion by R.C.Bryson seconded by M.E.Ramsey this Session expresses to Rev.Johnston our approval of any additional work in the city.However before going to far we would like for him to present us with a survey showing needs etc. Miss Hamilton would like to have funds for for needs of her educational program.Sabbath School Sup't.says he will provide for expenses of the Daily Vacation Bble Scholl.This was as far as the matter was taken. Miss Hamilton to work with T.0.Morrison Sup't.of the S.S. and his key workers and submit their plans to the Session for the advancement of the educational work. Inactive member approach for fall months---Includes consecutive attendance goals---world wide Communion--Ete.(Suggested that about 10%of the active membership work with inactive members) Matter of janitor service discussed--R.©.Bryson and J.R. Cashion to approach deacons and try and work out a solution. Mr Patrick to try and secure Dr i.«.Boyce for fall meeting. Session agreed to dispense with prayer meeting dering month of Aug. Adjourn with prayer by T.0O.M6rrison. June 19 1947 Rev.H.L.Patrick,Pastor J.S.White,Clerk Letters granted to: Simmons Boyd MR.&Mrs J.F.Paterson Jr. Sarah Elizabeth Beaver Albert Sample Clinton Brawley Mr &Mrs P.G.Rumple Sesssion constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Absent:A.E.Guy,S.A.Hair,R.C.Bryson,i.C.Ramsey. Miss Hamilton gives report of her work and plans for thefuturedepartmentalismetc. It was decided to have «comm.to work with Miss Hamiltonanddelegatetothemtheresponsibilityofthisworkofre-ligious education in the church.The comm.is to have threefixedmembers;Miss Hamilton Superintendent Pastor A nominating comm.of the above named three was instructed tobringineightnamesfromwhichfouradditionalmemersofthe cou-neil will be elected, Session voted to tell Rev J.P.Johnston that umless a realsurveyofthefieldwasmadeanditindicatedaneedatDiamondHillwefeelitunwisetoencouragehiminhisplansforthethirdchurch, Pastor is to try and visit the remaining families (60)in the next three weeks. Nusery project:Session endorse but leave plans and details to interested parties, Mr patrick discussed plans for contacting inactive members a for worl widw Communion.Lackey and Guy to work up lists ofabout10nameseachforthisjob. Mr.Patrick presented a request for a memorial segvice in memory of the late J.G.Shelton.Action was deferred until wishesofhisfamilycanbeascertained. Adjourned with prayer by €.0.Morrison, Aug 4 1947.Rev H.L.Patrick,Pastor J.S.White,Clerk Letter Granted:, Mrs Katherine Pressly Graham CALLED MEETING AUG L2 1947 Meeting constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick; Purpose to elect the four additional members of the Council of Religious Education as called for last meeting. Absent:Hair,Guy,W.C.Ramsey,Deaton. Council is to direct and administer work o@ religious educationintheChurch. Length of service of four members:Motion R.C.Bryson =Sec J.R. Cashion carried-Two for two years Two for four years Two higest four years-two next for two years The executive officer is to be D.R.E. The four members elected:::l-Buford Guy th ie ie 2-Mrs Lewis Evans (these Four Years) 3-R.C.Bryson4-J.S.White (These Two Years)first meeting of council J.S.White elected chairman) The clerk was asked to read a letter from Mrs R.C.Bryson Chmn.of the lafies circles requesting that we discontinue nion.After some discussion action on was deferre e 8/12/47 yl ~Rev.H.L.Patrick Pastor J.S.White Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Pastor. Present:R.C.Bryson,H.S.Douglas,S.A Heir,V.EK.Lackey“4.C.Ramsey,J.S.White. Mr Patrick reports unable to secure Dr Boyce(W.W.)for fallmeetingandwilltryRev.Wm.Pressly. Send Flowers to Mr.Cashion.Need to try and get up list of prospects for fall evangelisticendeavordiscussed.No definite action. Adjourned with prayer by V.EK.Lackey. September 8 1947.Rev.H.L.Patrick ,PastorJ.S.white,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Pastor. ?i S.A.Hairent:R.C.Bryson,J.D.Patterson,M.E.Ramsey,S.‘—T.0.Morrison,H.S.Douglas,J.8.White’ Clerk read a letter fromQuarterly.Object to isethetwoboards.Voted to Proceedure for election of new deacons and elders was d@scussedandapproved, °sey seconded bydorderedplacedontheminutebooks:an elder on his retirement from the Session is not eligble forelectionto It was decided not to elect additinnal trustees at this timebutletthethreeremainingmembersconstitutetheboardoftristees, Mr.Patrick was 6ranted leave to conduct fall meetingfor theRockHill,S.Cc.Church, NOTE:468 members signed church att.cards to date575"present 10/5/47564COMMUNICANTSFOR WORLD WIDE COMMUNION Reception comm.Oct.East door West doorM.E.Ramsey S.A.HairH.S.Douglas V.E.Lackey Dlegate to presbtery Sardis--Ss.4,Hair Additional funds for Erskine Bldg Fund deferred ,J.D.Patterson who retires first of year requests that sessionbethinkingaboutandappointcustodianoftheCOMMUNIONSERVICEM.E.Ramsey=R.C.Bryson to write page for minute book on servicesofFrankDeatonwhosOablyservedasSuperintendaentofSabbathSchool.(This is Customary and had been overlooked) Adjourned with prayer by S.A.Hair Letters Granted:Rev.H.L.Patrick »FastorHillmerJ.Little de 8.White,Cletk.Tom Shelton Mr &Mrs A.Y.Alexander Jr. OcTe Be Rfagast 6 1947 CORRECTION Session constituted with prayer by Pastor. Present:R.C.Bryson,H.S.Douglas,S.A Hair,V.E.Lackeyi.C.Ramsey,J.S.White. Mr Patrick reports unable to secure Dr Boyce(W.W.)for fallmeetingandwilltryRev.Wm.Pressly. Send Flowers to Mr.Cashion. Need to try and get up list of prospects for fall evangelisticendeavordiscussed.No definite action. Adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey. September 8 1947.Rev.H.L.Patrick ,Pastor J.S.White,Clerk Session constituted with prayer by Pastor. i S.A.Hairt:R.C.Bryson,J.D.Patterson,M.E.Ramsey,.—T.O.iarvies.H.S.Douglas,J.S.White, Clerk read a letter from deacons requesting a joint meetingQuarterly.Object to @iscuss Matters of common interst tothetwoboards.Voted to cocur and have first meeting Oct 27, Proceedure for election of new deacons and elders was d@scussedandapproved, After a search of the misometimeagothefolo@iS.A.Hair was passedanelderonhisretire on is not eligble forelectiontothedoftwoyears,rotation is not eli-©years. It was decided not to elect additinnal trustees at this timebutletthethreeremainingmembersconstitutetheboardoftristees, Mr.Patrick was @ranted leave to conduct fall meetingfor theRockHill,Ss.Cc.Church, NOTE:468 members signed church att.cards to date575"present 10/5/47564COMMUNICANTSFOR WORLD WIDE COMMUNION Reception comm.Oct.East door West doorM.E.Ramsey S.A.HairH.S.Douglas V.E.Lackey Dlegate to presbtery Sardis--S.A.Hair Additional funds for Erskine Bldg Fund deferred ,J.D.Patterson who retires first of year requests that sessionbethinkingaboutandappointcustodianoftheCOMMUNIONSERVICE Adjourned with prayer by S.A.Hair Letters Granted:Rev.H.L.Patrick ,FastorHillmerJ.Little J.S.White,Clesk.Tom Shelton Mr &Mrs A.Y.Alexander Jr. Octe eKAugust 6 1947 JULIAN 8.WHITE ‘PAUL 8.ASHBURNCLERKOFTHESESSIONCONGREGATIONALTREASURER FIRST A.R.PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH H.LOUIS PATRICK,MINISTER 128 -125 EAST BROAD STREET(STATESVILLE,N.©. October 16 1946 Mr Eugene Morrison Jr. Statesville,N.C. Dear Sir: The Session of our church at it's Last meeting asked that IwriteyouandexpresstoyoutheirthanksandunanimousapprovaloftheSessionrecordsaskeptbyyou, The records are &@ model for any church in our synod in theirneathessandaccuracyaswellasthewayinwhichtheyaresetup.When presented to the Moderator of this Presbyteryforhisannualinspectionhewasmuchimpressedandspokeveryhighlyofyourwork. May I then speaking for the Session express it's sincere ap-preciation of your good work. With our best wishes to youl Session of the First «.R.Presbyterian Ch Set Ine,(7¢ .OO=aera Session Constituted with prayer. Present:M.E.Ramsey,Sam Gaither,A.E.Welborn,A.E.Guy, H.S.Douglas,J.R.Cashion,Albert White,and R.C.Bryson. There was a short discussion of the duties of the clerk,and of ceneral procedure of meetings for benefit of newly elected Elders present.R.C.Bryson was elected clerk succeeding Mr.Julian White,who retired from Board under Rotary System. The Pastor advised that Mrs.Clyde Walker had accepted tt appointment of the Session as church historian. The matter of a plaque in memory of our men who died in the service was agin discussed and Mr.A.E.Guy was requested to present the matter to the Deacons for further action. Two letters were granted. On motion of J.R.Cashion,seconded by M.E.Ramsey,the Pastor was granted permission to conduct series of services at Brighton,Tenn. Affirming previous action of The Session and of the pulpit Gomnittee,the Pastor was granted leave of absence for three months durins the coming summer to continue his studies.Also, Rev.Patrick was requested,on behalf of the Session,to contact prospective substituées to serve during his absence. There was a general discussion concerning plans for a further effort in our Evangelistic Campairen,. There was also a seneral discussion pertaining to our Sabbath evening services,and the Pastor was given permission to vary the form of the service as he sees fit in order to stimulate interest.It was also decided that the hour of the evening service should be changed to 5:00 P.M.during the remainder of the winter months,subject to the approval of the con- sregation. Meeting was adjourned with prayer,on motion of lM.Ek.Ramsey, seconded by A.E.Welborn. H.L.Patrick,ModeratorJanuary12,1918.R.C.Bryson,Clerk. Letters cranted: Mrs.Jennie Wallace Cripliver,to lst Methodist Church,Lexington,NC Mrs.Laura Barkley O'6onnor,lst Pres.Church,Fetes pf,Se Ce The session met immediately following a joint meeting of the Elders with the Board of Deacons. Ten letters were granted, There being no further business,meeting was adjourned, Rev.H.L.Patrick,ModeratorFebruary16,198 R.C.Bryson,Clerk. Letters granted: Mr.&Mrs.Flake Sowers,Tabernacle A.R.P.Church,Charlotte Bobbie &Irene Sowers,Tabernacle A.R.P.Church,Charlotte Mrs.Virginia Crawford West,Eau Claire Pres.Church,Columbia,S.C. Mr.&Mrs.J.H.Nesbit,lst Pres.Church,Piedmont,S.C, Mr.Dale Austin,First Pres.Church,Kingsport,Tenn,. Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Present:M.E,Ramsey,V.E.Lackey,Albert White,Sam Gaither,Je R.Cashion,T.0.Morrison,W.A.Sample,H.S.Douglas,and R.C.Bryson, Matter of Memorial Plaque previously referred to Board ofDeaconswaspresentedagainforfurtherconsideration.OnmotionofM.E.Ramsey,seconded by Sam Gaither,the matterwasreferredagaintoBoardofDeaconswiththerequestthattheyproceedwiththeplaque,and make any other provisionswithregardtoamemorialthattheydeemadvisable. On motion of J.R.Cashion,seconded by W.A.Sample,it wasagreedthatPrayerMeetingwouldbeomittedonMarch17inorderthatwemightjointheotherchurchesintownforaprogrambythe"Wings Over Jordan Choir", Special Easter Services were discussed,and a schedule involvingourchurchandthePerthandMooresvillecongregationsforexchangeofministersforthePre-Easter services was approved.After general discussion,on motion of V.E.Lackey,secondedbySamGaither,it was agreed that the Gommunion Service wouldbeheldonThunsdayEveningprecedingEaster. Home Visitation Evangelism Campaign was discussed and plannedforMarch16and17.It was agreed that supper meetings usedduringthepreviouscampaignwouldbeomitted,and that a shortmeetingforinstructionspriortothevisitationwouldbeheld. Matters pertaining to the Superintendent and Assistant Supt.of the Sabbath School were referred to the Council.ofReligiousEducationforfurtheraction. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. Rev.H.L.Patrick,ModeratorMarch8,198 R.C.Bryson,Clerk. Called meeting at 10315 A.M.was opened with prayer by the Pastor. Present:J.R.Cashion,A.E.Welborn,W.A.Sample, Sam Gaither,V.E.Lackey,H.S.Douglas &R.C.Bryson. Annual report of congregation to Presbytery was read and discussed,then referred to congregation for adoption at the Morning Service, A.E.Welborn was elected as delegate to Presbf¢tery in session at Coddle Creek Church April 13.V.E.Lackey was elected delegate to Synod at Monticello,ArkansasonMay26, Two Letters were granted. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. ReveH.Le.Patrick,ModeratorApril,198 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Letters granted: Mrs.Cowan McNeely and two childrem,Lucille and C.W.Jr. to First Methodist Church,Lenoir,N.C. Mrs.Mabel Camp Allred to ist Pres.Church,Hickory,N.C. Cited ole / Synod and should therefore be mailed on or before Monday after first Sabbath of April. (3)One copy to Rev.P.L.Grier,Charlotte,N.C.,R.2. One copy to your Presbytery. Keep one on file. 7”Report on all Rapa Synodical year from April 1, 94 through March 31,194. (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. *(6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. at Sere ue Toad POteTesTiinaofChurch: Name of Minister or Clerk.a A Statesville,—Ne UePostoffice560Totalnumberofactivemembersonrevisedrol]nnn Number of inactive members Tithers:(1)No.80.;(2)What per cent of members Family altars:(1)No....~.*.;(2)What per cent of No.of families 40” Accessions:25 By Profession “&”By Certificate 25 By Reinstatement Total...48. Losses: By Death...By Certificate 9S By Removal from Roll........Total _3B. Baptisms: Adults_we eed Infants...85 noon ORR wees Assessed or Promised Salary -‘$5275 : Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)|._4475 Orphanage ;axe Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other local causes Sabbath Schools—S5821.Number of Pupils ‘Enrolled 2.Number in Home Department op 3.Number in Cradle Roll rw ;4.Collection for the Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled 190 Collection for the Young People’s Christian Union— Number of Members an |325 Collection for the e Intermediates—.*fh Number of Members 1? Collection for the Year 40. Junior Christian Union— Number of Members 15 Collection for the Year|$Tle Add for amount 176 (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid aP 574 budget by auxiliaries.° NET TOTAL o* (Divide Total Paid by Jumber of’active members in con-48. gregation)130,boy PER CAPITA|$;115,000 9ValueChurchPropertyInsuredat Value Parsonage Property gl 9,000 Insured sb 1s,000 PLEASE FILL EACH BLANK.Return to P.L.Grier,Charlotte,N.C.,R.2, just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. .Number of Elders..-Names of Elders transferred rire CONGREGATIONAL REPORTAsReP,ChurchTheReportof.St atesville,Na Ca Church for year ended to the.First __..........-......Presbytery in session at Coddle Creek THE PASTOR ’Name of Pastor Address...Davie Awa,.—s—s—i‘((it; Amount of time employed:..24e4 00...Character of Preaching—Doctrinal,Evangelistic,Practical?(Indicate by underscoring.)Is he faithfulin Pastoral Work? THE ELDERS ne Names of Elders Ordained: Does each Elder have a District ?—.__..et Yesa aes oe AWhat,peper cen att Pee s.District?To's Attend Prayer Meeting?89na %;AreFo of the Sabbathoncpplbigill‘i on.28%*‘oh are A ;i A “pghos i be aflElder attend i ai B esbytery 7Pee 's ring Sa er “Yoo 2 aby toneiemeRica aie THE DEACONS Number of Deacons...26 cclsatl ..Names of Deacons transferred: Do you follow the rotary system?__.. Names of Deacons retired by rotary system::Buford.‘Guy,John.Kerr,.im a Pressly,Geles bscseame pret Shook,Edgar Troutman._ Names of Deacons removed by death: Names of Deacons received by Sercus N ames g,Besstier Do Deaconsencourage the people to practice Scriptural principles of Stewardship?......."> Was the-total salary received oS to enable the Pastor to render the most efficient service?.ea When was salary paid?ae -..--Quarterly?2....What per cent of the Deacons tithe? Attend Prayer Meeting?ee ...%o;are members of the S.S.?_.100 __...%o. "THE AUXILIARY ORGANIZATIONS Have you:A Yea"School?...Yes .....A Prayer Meeting?vt,Yes _......A Ladies’Society ?-....Yes.AEF. .Union?2.........An Intermediate Union ?_...._Yes .A Junior Union?it Yes.A Men’s OrganizationotherthanBibleClass?188 THE Pe Yes Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?Le sebetoipi ..Has there been any "og gelistic effort since last report?Yes al “oe per cent of the membership attend public worship?6 “ ‘What per cent of adult members belong to S.S.?.-%;of Children attend publie worship?....:Majdr ghearvancepoor,fair,good,excellent ?..“.Do parents keep their vows to train their children?,. homes have family”WoRiip?“dcpantao"nst gisseyye 3 iQ.he hee tepeople growingin the spirit °° and practice of Stewardship?Yes What per cent of Tithers have yon?Missa 20 % Is drinking on the increase in the Community?_..."~~........Is feeling between people and pastor cordial?Yes Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work?__._Yea ~---nvun-enum--e What per cent of the membership attend Communion ?....%;do you make a roll of those in attendance?._NQ@ Is a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves?._Yes_i Is the Church making an earnest effort Not"Rtheecuiar 2 a _Yes ;.When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle ?..wit sintniiiaapeetapac tll tilt Are you willing to have your Synodical Asséssment a mssshenivarvestenccsevinececscsisesicanceeee EAAVE FOU MCTORSGd FRECOrS Salary within past five years?Mh weary Yes How many from your congregation are attending College or University?;a wa"many Erskine COMIN Tsoi .How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer?:; Were all the og of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed?Yes ;Were the recommendations of Synod carried out?‘SF ere your contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly?..Quarterly ,.Did you have a deficit last year?How much?$_....What supplement do you need?None Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation?st Yea __(asssspiilsiedeicecchekoumsua REMARKS: Session was constituted with prayer by pastor. Present:J.R.Cashion,A.E.Guy,H.S.Douglas, V.E.Gackey,A.E.Welborn,Albert White,M.E.Ramsey, W.A.Sample,S.A.Hair and R.C.Bryson. Our Orphanage was discussed in connection with comments on recent visit to Dunlap by our pastor. On motion,it was agreed that we would omit the evening service May 30 and join in city-wide Memorial Service on that date,inasmuch as our pastor would be attending the meeting of our Synod at that time. Visitation of new members was discussed at length,and necessity of this duty was impressed upon members of the Session. On motion,meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator May 10,1948 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Meeting opened with prayer by pastor. All elders were present except S.A.Hair. Arrangements for services during absence of our pastor this summer were discussed,and pulptt committee was requested to provide guest ministers for last three Sabbaths in July,and first three Sabbaths in August. Mr.Lackey agreed to be responsible for the Prayer Services for eight weeks,with the help of the other members of the Session. M.E.Ramsey reported that Deed to origihal Church Property sppcified that it was donated for religious and educational uses,without provisions in event the property were used for other purposes.The session requested that the trustees approach the Miller heirs with regard to obtaining quit-claim dedd for protection of the church in event it should ever be deemed advis- able to dispose of the property. W.A.Sample and A.E.Guy were appofhhéed as a comm- ittee to oversee visiting of the sick during the summer months. The clerk was instrucédd to convey to Mr.Shuler our appreciation of his services as Birector of Music, Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patirek,Moderator June 14,1948 Re C.Bryson,Clerk Letter granted: Ed.Alexander to lst Pres.Yhurch,Burlington,HQC. Session met August 8th immediately following Evening service,and was constituted with prayer by J R Cashion. On motion,letters were granted to Mrs.Leon,Parks to Sharon Luthern Church,City,and to Mr.Glenn Stike- leather to Ebenezer.Presbyterian Church,Rock Hill,S.C. On motion by V.E.Lackey,duly seconded,Miss Hamilton was granted vacation From August 9th through August 18th, inclusive. Reaffirming previous action on the session,the Pastor was granted remainder of month of August as vacation inasmuch as he had agreed to fill the pulpit at the morning services the last two Sabbaths of the month. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned. August 8,1948 H.L.:Patrick,Moderator ms Gs Bryson,Clerk. Session constituted with prayer by Rev.Patrick. Synod's two year expansion program was discussed at length,and in line with suggestion of thecommittee,a songregational sponsor for this program was elected.R.C.Brggon. Plans were made for World-Wide Communion Sabhath on October 3. A church Attendance campaign was discussed and 4t was agreed that a canvas of the entire member- ship would be made On Sabbath Afternoon,Sept.26 to be conducted with same method as used the previous year. Date of fell meeting was discussed,and it was agreed that the meeting wo 1d be held sometime after first of November,the exact date to be made agree- able to the visiting minister. Elders were appointed as reception committee for the next month-White and Gaither on Center door, Welborn and Douglas on West Door. Pastor was granted permission to hold meeting at Troutman,Rev.Hood to supply for the Sabbath morning service in absence of the pastor. Letters were granted Mrs.Mabel Poston Dale to Evangelical Church,Tamazunchale,Mexico,and to Mr.&@ Mrs.8.W.Griffith to First Presbyterian Church,Cherryville,N.C. On motion,meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator Sept.13,1948 R.C.Brggon,Clerk. Session met in called meeting immediately followingmorningWorshipService, Present:T.0.Morrison,A.E.Welborn,A.S.White, M.E.Pamsey,W.A.Sample and R.C.Bryson. T.QO.Morrison was elected to represent church atFallmeétinofPresbytery,to he held October 12 at Second Church,Gastonia, Girl Scouts were granted permission tc meet ina pody at Morning Worship service on November 64 Letters were granted to Mr.&Mrs.Carroll Alexander, to First Presbyterian Church,Salem,Vea.and to Mr. And Mrs.J.W.Moses to First Presbyterian Church, Deland,Fla. M.E.Ramsey reported to Session that entire amount remaining in building fund,Mr.Frank Deaton,Treas. had been transferred to the Generel Treasurer to apply on reeroofing of the Educational Building. W.A.Sample d&scussed matter of putting collection boxes in vestibules for benefit of Poor Fund,however matter was deferred until next meeting so that the Board of Deacons might be contacted. Inasmuch as all business on hand had been disposed of, it was agreed to dispense with the regular meetingscheduledforOctober1l,and meeting was adjourned. H.L.Patrick,Moderator October 10,1948.R.C.Bryson,Clerk Examined&Approved By The First Presbytery Eh han OCT 12 1948 Session constituted with prayer by pastor. Present:W.A.Sample,S.C.Geither,A.E.Welborn, A.S.White,V.E.Lackey,M.E.Ramsey,A.E.Guy, M.E.Ramsey,R.C.Bryson. The Kingdom Extension program was discussed,and itwasagreedthatinviewofpresentobligationsofourchurch,it would be advisable to defer solicitation offundsforthisprogramuntil‘some 60 days after thecloseofourcurrentchurchyear. Our fall meeting,with Dr.T.H.MeDill conducting the services;was discussed,and arrangements were made formembersoftheSessiontovisitthosewhowhouldbeurgedtoattendtheseservices.Provisions for enter- taining the visiting minister were also discussed. Youth Ralley services for month of November were dis-cussed,and it was agreed that the evening services forthemonthwouldbeomittedinorderthatthemembersofthecongregationmightjoin'the Y.P.C.U.in these ser-vices. On request,the seesion suggested that the hour for the Christmas Program of the choir be set at 7:30 on December 24th. Thanksgiving service was considered,and it was agreed to make a further effort to artange breakfast service aswasheidlastyear. Leeéters were granted to four members in bounds of otherchurches. Letter was received for Mrs.James Cashion,from CloverA.R.P.Church, Meeting was adjourned with prayer.‘ H.L.Patrtck,Moderator Nov.8,1948 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Letters Granted: Mr.W.M.Miller to Asheboro,N.C.Presbyterian Church Mrs.J.L.Allison and Miss Fan C.Allison to Broad St. Methodist Church,Statesville,N.C.Mrs.Eva Stewart Sentell to Ocean View Methodist Church, Norfolk,Va. Session was constituted with prayer by Pastor. Present,W.A.S mple,S.C.Gaither,V.E.Lackey, T.O.Morrison,H.S.Douglas,M.E.Ramsey,R.C.Bryson. Five letters were granted on request. Clerk was authorized to issue letters upon receipt o@ request unless there was some question that might arise in connection with granting the letter,in that event action of session would be required before letter was issued.This was in order to facilitate issuance of letterge,and all letter issued are to be reported at the first succeeding meeting of the session, Matter of Vesper services diacussed,and it was agreed that eveing service would be held at 5:00 PM on January 2nfl,and thereafter until latter part of March. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. December 13,1948.H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk Letters granted: Mrs Mary D.Mills TroutmaneLutheran Church,City Mrs.G.D.Trammel-Arlington Va.Pres.Church Mrs.Horace Wilson-Bessemer Pres.Church Greensboro Mr.&Mrs.Clarence Wilson-e Trinity Methodist Church Kannapolis,N.C. Session constituted with preayer by Pastor. All elders present except J.R.Cashion. On motion duly seconded and adopted,the action of the Session on February 1l,1946,granting Mr.Ramsey's request that he be allowed to serve out the unexpired term of Mr.Eugene Klexander was revoked,inasmuch as there was now 4 vacancy of the elders to retire at the end of 1951,the time Mr.Ramsey was orininally elected to retire. It was agreed that the clerk should send flowers in case of death of an elder,or a member of theimmediatefamilyofanelder,these flowers to be sent in the name of the Session. A.E.Welborn &M.E.Ramsey were appointed toserveatcenterdoorforthenextmonth,and H.S.Douglas and A.E.Guy at east door. Mr.Lackey brought up a master pertaining to the tendency to schédule programs at the High School on Wednesday nights,thereby conflicting with our Prayer Meeting service.The pastor agreed to bring up this matter at the next meeting of the Ministerial Association. The matter of a church building prggram was dis- cussed informally,and the only action taken was that Mr.A.E.Welborn and Mr.S.C.Gaither con- stitue a committee to examine the present building and report on its condition at the next regular meeting of the session. Three letters were granted. Meeting adjourned with prayer. Jan.10,1949 H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk. Letters Granted: “harile Ruth Hartness -Stony Point Methodist Church Fred Hoke-lst Pres.Church,Danville,Va. Lee Keller,Jr.-Lst Pres.Church,Statesville,N.C. Meeting opened with prayer by T.O.Morrison. All elders present except A.E.Guy. In absence of pastor,the clerk presided, Rev.Patrick was granted permission to hold meeting at First A.R.P.Chureh April 4th through loth. The committee appointed to inspect the present church building made ea partial report,however,requested that the matter be left open pending further investigation. It was agreed the 5:00 vesper service shvuld be dis- continued the middle of March,thereafter the evening service is to be held at the usual time. It was agreed that an effort would be made to secure Rev.T.H.MeDill,Jr.for our spring Communion services. There was some informal discussion concerning visitation. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by V.E.Lackey. Feb.14,1948 R.C.Bryson,Clerk. At a called meeting of the session immediately following the morning service,a resolution of respect to the Memory of Mr.Scott A.Hair,for twenty three years an Elder of thés church,was introduced by a committee previously appointed for this purpose,and unaminously adopéed by the session. Relating further to the spring communion services, it was agreed that we should attempt to secure Rev.T-H.MeDill,Jr.for a week,rather than the usual time beginning Wednesday night. Letter was granted to Mrs.Wilma Stikeleather Stewart to Pressly Memorial Church, Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator Feb.20,1949 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Oub of our most affectionate esteem,we the Session of the First Assot¢ate Reformed Presbyterian Church, Statesville,N.C.express this loving tribute to Mr. Scott Hair,a servant of the Lord,who was taken from our fellowship to be received into glory December 24, 1948. WHEREAS:Mr.Hair was a fruitful worker in the Lords vineyard,through whose witness many souls were won to Christ: WHER%AS:He was a faithful teacher and elder of our church,a sound counseler in spiritual matters,a devoted student of the Scriptures,and for some twenty years a belover instructor whose pupils now rise to call him blessed; WHEREAS he ever walked in the ways of justice,meekness, and meréy and performed the works of s»man in Churst; BE IT RESOLVED,thatwe express: 1.Our gratitude to God for the lived and the blessings which we received from his comradeship: Ze Our deeply felt sympathy for his wife and family who have lost the joy of his presence for a while: 3.Our determination as a Church to lengthen his shadow by a renewed devotion to those things which belong to that Kingdom which he served and sought and now has fully found. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: That this tribute be made a part of the records of this Session,that a copy be sent to his wife,and a copy be sent to the ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERINN for pub- lication. Respectfully Submitted. Committee. Session constituted with pmayer by Mocerator. All elders present except A.E.Welborn, Letters were granted to,Miss Ira Canipe,HenryBrinkly,uand H.S.Alexander, Rev.Patrick reported that Rev.T.H.MeDill,Jr. could not accept invitation to conduct epring meeting.It was decided that we should contact Rev.W.W.Boyce. Mr.A.E.Welborn was elected to be the repres-entative at Presbytery on April 12. Rev.Patrick presented a most encouraging report concerning the special Communicantsclassbeingcurrentlyconductedbyhim. After discussion,itwas agreed there would be no communion service in connection with the pre-Easter services,but spring communion would be observed during special series of services in May. A.E.Guy made report of examin&tion of present chureh building by Mr.Pearson, Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator March 14,1949 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Meeting opened with pray by Rev.Patrick. All Elders were present except A.E.Guy,A.S.White,and J.R.Cashion, On motion,the Session agreed to dispense with the Prayer Meeting on April 21 in order that we might join in special services at Broad Street Methodist Church. A list of members,prospective member,and others for visitation was distributed to each elder. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by T.O.Morrison. H,L.Patrick,Moderator April 12,1949 R,C.Bryson,Clerk. At this meeting the report of the Congregation to the meetings of Presbytery and Synod was read,discussedyn and ordered read to the congregation on the following Sabbath. (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and prompt,it has little value.) Statistical Report To Synod READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and printed before Synod and should therefore be mailed on or before Monday after the first Sabbath of April. (3)One copy to Rev.T.B.McBride,Anderson,8.C. One copy to your Presbytery. Keep one on file. (4)Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1,19%%.,through March 31,19%. (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. Name of Church oo Name of Minister or Clerk. Postoffice___._. Total membership -. Number of active membeys -.L328.Saar ian : ~Tithers:(1)No.a.(2)What per cent of members Af .% Family altars:(1)No.40.__;(2)What per cent of No.of familiese#%7™% Accessions: By Profession b.By Certificate/.%.By Reinstatement.Total Losses: By Death_/@.By Certificate 3 2.By Removal from Roll./7.Total Baptisms: Adults a.‘iin ee °2 :Total YZ Assessed or Promised om $.....Salary :: Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes) Orphanage C Prac lerahetate Total contributed this year to all other wt, local causes Sabbath Schools— 1.Number of Pupils Enrolled 2.Number in Home Department 3.Number in Cradle Roll A & 4.Collection for the Year Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled L422 Collection for the Year Young People’s Christian Union— Number of Members Bf Collection for the Year || || Total to other causes of Synod | S st Intermediates— Number of Members ;Ase Collection for the Year Junior Christian Union— Number of Members 7 Collection for the Year Add for amount (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to budget by auxiliaries NET TOTAL (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in con- gregation)AVERAGE PER CAPITA Value Church Property $Ld D,2 DL Insured at Value Parsonage Property $A-0,0 pv Insured at PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,Andereson,S.C., just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. Meeting was opened with prayer by Moderator. Pastor was granted permission to dispense with eveing service on May 29 in order that he might accept an invitation to participate in the Erskine College Comm- encement services. The Pastor was also granted permission to assist for a period of one week in the Young People's Conference at Bonclarken. Mr.A.E,Welborn and Mr.M,E,.Ramsey were appointed to serve at Center door during the next month,and Mr. A.E,Guy and Mr.V,E.Lackey at the west door. J.R.Cashion was elected to represent the Session at the meeting of Synod at Bonclarken,with V.E.Lackey as alternate. T.O.Morrison and H.S,Douglas were appointed to serve as nominating committee to report at next regular meeting in order to fill the terms of two members of the Council of Religious Education whose terms are exprting. Miss Hamilton was granted two weeks vacation during the summer months,the time to be decided later. After rather thorough discussion with regard to plans for remodeling or enlarging our church,it was agreed that no action would be taken pending a called meeting to be held on May 16. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H,L,Patrick,Moderator May 9,1949.R.C.Bryson,Clerk Called meeting of Session was opened with prayer by the Moderator. All Elders were present except W.A.Sample and T,O. Morrison. After thorough discussion of various plans submitted for changes to be made in our house of worship,the following motion was adopted; The Session officially endorses the renovation of our house of worship that it may more appropiately serve the needs of our congregation,and to this end submit four plans to the Board of Deacons for their study at an early date,to be followed by a joint meeting of the two Boards. This motion was offered by J.R.Cashion,seconded by V.E,Lackey,and adopted. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H,L.Patrick,MOderator May 16,1949 R.C.Bryson,clerk. Session was constituted with prayer by Moderator. All elders were present except J.R.Cashion. The report of nominating committee appointed to submit nominations for vacancies on Council of Religious Education was submitted and Mr.John Kimmons and Mr.P.F.Jones were elected for a term of four years,terms to expire on July 1,1953. The report of meeting of Board of Deacons for consideration of plans for church building was presented and various re- commendations were endorsed. On motion of M,E.Ramsey,session voted to hold joint meeting with Deacons to further discuss bulding plans There was a rather lengthy discussion of the Kingdom Extention program,and session was advised that the Deacons had definite plans for presenting this program to our members. Vacation for Pastor for first two Sabbaths in August was» approved. H,S.Douglas,A.S.White,T.O.Morrison and S,C.Gaither were appoint to serve at doors for following month. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. H,L,Patrick,Moderator June 15,1949 R.C,Bryson,Clerk A joint meeting of Elders and Deacons was opened with prayer by Moderator. The purpose of the meeting was to take definite action with regard to further steps in formulating the biluding program of our church. On motion,it was agreed that a steering committee should be elected with the following duties: 1.To receive all ideas,plans,and requests pertaining to the physical improvement of the Sanctuary and the Church School, to serve as the intermediary for such reccommendations and requests as individuals and classes may introduce for consiéetration. 2.To consult with any who ask to be heard on the matter of the Church's building program;specifically,to consult with Mr. Shuler and Mrs.Deaton on the needs of the Choir;to consult with Miss Hamilton and Mr.T.O.Morrison on the space needs of the Church School;to consult with the President of the W.M.S.for suggestions from that organization;to consult with the Pastor about the physical needs of the Sanctuary. 3.Upon satisfying itself that ishas become acquamted with the total immediate needs,the committee will then call together the authors of the three plans currently being considered to exchange with them information,opinions,and recommendations. 4.To report to the joint boards,at such time as the committee has completed its study and arrived at a thoroughly considered conclusion,what course it deems wisest for the congregation to follow relative to its building program Further,upon its submission of a final report,the committee will automatically be dissolved,with provisions that it may be asked to serve as nominating committee for a permanent builing committee. the Following were elected by the Joint Boards to serve on this committee;M.E.Ramsey,A.S.White,W.L.Johnston, P.F.Jones,and D.L.Pressly. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L,Patrick,Moderator July 5,1949 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Session was opened with prayer by Moderator. There was a general discussion of plans of the Church in the immediate future,and after considering all facttrs involved,the following program for Fall was agreed on; World-wide communion would be observed in October,and the Fall Evangelistic campaign would be coordinated with this occasion. In November,instead of the usual fall communion services, we would have a family institute weeks,with special speakers for the various services during the week and on Sabbath Morning eo Wednesday and Sabbath evening services may be made more informal,with the Pastor to determine the type of services to be held as he sees fit. T.O.Morrison requested the session to take action pn selection of a Superintendent for the Sabbath School inasmuch as he planned to be out of town for several months.A.E.Guy and J.R.Cashion were appoitited to act as a committee to make recommendatitons to the Session in this regard, Upon request,five letters were granted. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk August 15,1949. Letters granted: Miss Kathernme Alexander-A.R.P.Church,Rock Hill,S.C. Agnes Crawford~Snow Creek Methodist Church,City Mrs.Betty Brinkley Lackey-First Baptist Church ,City Mr.and Mrs.W.M.Rumple,Cleveland Pres.Church,Cleveland. .cexamined&A pproved our gor 11 oe Meeting constituted with prayer by M.E.Ramsey,in absence of moderator. A report of the committee previously apponnted to confer with the superintendent,Mr.Morrison,reported that they would recommend that Mr.Morrison be granted a leave of absence during the time he was out of town,and that no changes be made. There was an informal discussion with regard to Rally Day,after which the meeting was adjourned with prayer. SSeptember 12,1949 H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk Letters granted: Mrs.R.B.Mills,Presbyterian Church,Asheville,N.C. Miss Nell Mills,Presbyterian Church,Asheville,N.C. Mrs.Juanita Brady Sharpe,Boulevard Methodist Church,City Session was constituted with prayer by Moderator. It was pointed out that under the rotary system it would be necessary to elect four elders and six deacons to replace those retiring at the end of this year.After a thorough discussion of the election procedure,it was agreed,on motion of Albert White,seconded by A.E. Guy,that the number of nominees in each election would be fifty percent more than the numbér to be elected. The pastor discussed the matter of visiting,and it was agreed that one elder would visit with the pastor on two nights of each week,the elders serving at the doors each month to visit with the pastor on such nights as were suitable to the parties concerned. The moderatpr announced that the Professor of Bible at Davidson college would preach on October 23. V.E.Lackey was elected as delegate to the fall meeting of Presbytery,to be held on October llth. J.R.Cashion suggested that awning be placed at front entrance to theparsonage.On motion,M.E,Ramsey and W.A.Sample were instructed to contact the board of Deacons with regard to this paatter. Meeting adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator October 10,1949 R?C.Bryson,Clerk Letters granted: Mrs Johnny White Rickert-lst Pres.Church,Statesville Session was constituted with prayer by moderator, with all elders present except T.O.Morrison,A,E, Guy and A.E,Welborn. The committee for election of elders reported that the following men were nominated by the congregation: J.L.Pressly,Frank Deaton,Julian White,Hubert Brown,Plummer Jones,and Erskine Johnson,Sr. Four of these are to be elected. The moderator announced that the ladies had prepared to serve breakfast at the church on Thanksgiving Morning,with the service to be held immediately thereafter. The moderator requested that the session be consider- ing especially the need for two organizations in the Church,a Young Married Couples Class,and a Men!s Organization.A thorough discussion of these two ~ matters followed. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator November 14,1949 R.C.Bryyon,Clerk Meeting was opened with prayer by moderator. The committee on elections announced that the following were elected to serve as elders fora term of six years,beginning January 1,1950: Frank Deaton,Hubert Brown,Plummer Jones, and Dr.James L,Pressly.The six deacons elected for the same term were:.James Cashion, Erskine Johnson,Jr.,Spencer Johnson,Will Waugh,Robert Reavis,and Julian White. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk December 20,1949 Letters Granted: Mrs.Gladys Austin Grant-Pres.Church,Man Nuys,Calif Mr.Lynn Casler-Pres.Church of Teaneck,W,Englewood,N.J. Mrs Lynn Casler-”°" Betty Casler ”“ Buddy Casler °" Mrs.Julia Presly Holland-Cent.Meth.Church,Winston Salem. Dr.H.A.Yount-lst Pres.Church,Dundeen,Fla. The January meeting was held at the manse on invitation of the moderator,with all elders present. The Pastor's wife served refreshments,and meeting was opened with prayer by the moderator. It was noted that this was the last.meeting for the retiring elders.A,E,Guy,T.O.Morrison,and H.S.Douglas. There was a very informal discussion of what our church should do in regard to our church building, and each elder expressed his persoaal opinion as to the action that should be taken.After a rather full discussion ,it was agreed that no action would be taken at the present time. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. H.L.Patrick,Moderator January 9,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the session immediately after prayer meeting,session was constituted with prayer my moderator ,with all elders present. The pastor announced that the purpose of the preeting was to announce his resignation as pastor of this church,inasmuch as he expected to accept a call placed in his hands by the First A.R.P,Church of Charlotte,N.C.He expressed his sentiments with regard to this,his first pastorate,and his regrets at the necessity of this action After a season of prayer for God's guidance in the future actions of this-church,the meeting was adjourned. Febraary 8.,1950 bas H.L.Patrick,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk The session met immediatelt after prayer meeting at call of moderator,and was constituted with prayer. Mr.M.E.Ramsey was elected to serve as moderator during the time we were without a pastor. On motion,with the assurance that such action was satisfactory with our pastor,the session voted to concur with the request of the pastor that his relationship with this church be dissolved,and included in this motion that such services be terminated as of March 3l,with the last sermong to be preached on March 19. A committee of the session to supply the pulpit at the morning service until we can secure a pastér was named,V.E,Lackey,A.S.White,and W.A.Sample. The moderator was requested to appoint a pulpit committee to act in seeuring a pastor,said committee to be subject to approval by the congregation. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. M.E.Ramsey,Moderator Feb.15,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk First A.R.PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH H.LOUIS PATRICK,MINISTER STATESVILLE,N.C,Veta ct ge 3//4s-O Yo Th tds gm ehBR ARP ChR,SMe: Tre Po i — oe ae Tham wt Onn a 0 ftteVie Pa non pe poor at!a.sp’ Dtr .To ane Wher Pacoly,carved io40fnfremayen paeo ape Ae oe het time,(3- Fone fils Sethe i taSe At a congregational meeting held on February 19 in connection with the morning service,M.E.Ramsey presided,and meeting was opened with prayer. Announcement was made as to action of the session in disolving the pastoral relationship of Rev.Patrick and this church,to become effective on March 31,1950 The moderator announced his appointment of a pulpit committee,composed of Dr.David L.Pressly,W.A. Sample,Mrs.Clyde Walker,Miss Mary Ethel Kestler, and J,R.Cashion.This committee was approved by the congregation. On motion,duly seconded,it was ordered that this committee be authorized to serve as a commission,with authority to secure a pastor provided the committee was in unanimous agreement on the man to be called. By amendment to this motiong,the committee was authorized,in event it could not agree on a man now serving in the A.R.P.Church,to secure a minister from the U.S.A.Presbyterians,The Southern Pres- byterians,or the United Presbyterians. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. M.E.Ramsey,Moderator Feb.19,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk A congregational meeting was called on March 26 at the time of the usual morning service.The regular order of service was followed with appropriate scripture read by Elder Plummer Jones. The meeting was presided over by Moderator Ramsey, who stated that the purpose of the meeting was to see what the wishes of the congregation were in regard to plans for the future of our church building. Numerous members expressed opinions.Mr.Welborn presented a plan for remodeling the present church, with bule-prints and detailed drawings. A number of members expressed the opinion that our members should start immediately to plan for the erection of a new church building,sufficient in size to accomodate the present membership,and also the anticipated growth of the church. After all who wished to do so had an opportunitp to express their opinion,it was decided that a vote should be taken on proper procedure,this vote merely to express the present opinion of the congregation,and not to be binding on any future action.A majority of those voting voted for the erection of a new building. There were a number of votes,about 25,fora re- modeling program,and several members did not vote. A letter from our former pastor,thanking the con- gregation for gifts at his departure,was read. The meeting was adjourned with prayer by Dr.J.H. Pressl y. M.E.Ramsey,Moderator March 26,1950 R.C.Bryyon,Clerk (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and prompt,it has little value.) Statistical Report To Synod READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and printed before Synod and should therefore be mailed on or before Monday after the first Sabbath of April.(3)One copy to Rev.T.B.McBride,Andergon"'8e COnecopytoyourPresbytery.oulevardKeeponeonfile.Anderson,S.C. (4)Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1, 19.._.,through March 31,19_. (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included iin the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. [SoS +ge Name of Church 2 lll.Mh wade Name of Minister or Clerk...<0.2 Postomice.._._.........Lid ete sg Total membership -......... Number of active members —_...--------------- Tithers:(1)No.-22...;(2)What per cent of members Family altars:(1)No...<.....;(2)What per cent of No.of families”. Accessions: By Profession..........By Certificate......By Reinstatement Total. Losses: By Death........By Certificate...By Removal from Roll Baptisms: i i enki ce acl Total Assessed or Promised o Saboruc,Taadin.Can orutas a.aca ly LQG Salary _—tact.$y Ba OO Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)||-.Se §0° Orphanage Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other local causes Sabbath Schools— 1.Number of Pupils Enrolled 2.Number in Home Department 3.Number in Cradle Roll 4.Collection for the Year Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled Collection for the Year Young People’s Christian Union— Number of Members Collection for the Year Intermediates— Number of Members ; Collection for the Year Junior Christian Union— Number of Members Collection for the Year Add for amount (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to budget by auxiliaries ‘ NET TOTAL (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in con- gregation)AVERAGE PER CAPITA Value Church Property %Lic Insured at Value Parsonage Property $é Insured at]}$2.0... PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,Andereson,S.C., just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.CODNTyDODNOT GUESS. 50/Bouleva!J Anderson,S.Cs A joint meeting of the Elders and Deacons was held on April 7,with a majority of bbthe boards present. The meeting was constituted with prayer,and the moderator of the Session,Mr.M.E,Ramsey pre- sided. After somediscussion,it was agreed that the boards should select a treasurer for a building fund,pending fibal action of the congregation in deciding what should be done. After nominations from the floor,Mr.Charles Wash-ington was elected to serve as building fund treasurer. There was a general discussion ooncerning a committeetoserveinthesolicitationofthisfund,and it wasagreedonmotionthatacommitteecomposedoffivemembersshouldbeselected,with the treasurer toserveasanadditonalmemberinanex-officio cap - acity. A committee with Dr.David Pressly as chairman wasappointedbythemoderatortonominateninementoserveonthiscommittee,from which three memberswouldbeelected.It was agreed that the other twomembersofthecommitteeshouldbeselectedfrom theladiesofthechurch,and elected by the Ladies MissionarySocietyattheirregularmeeting. From the nominees selected by the committee,A.E.Guy,Fred Ramsey,and Ervin White were elected toserveonthefinanacecommittee. On motions,the duties.of this committee were definedtobetheraisingandsolicitationoffundsforthepurpose of improvietk or rebuiling our church sanctuary,and toadviseandconsultwiththebuildingfundtreasurer,and the committee was specifically authorized,on a unanimousvoteofthecommittee,to invest in short term securities,funds coming into their hands,pending the time when thesefundswouldactuallybeused. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned. M.E.Ramsey,Moderator April 7,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the session,the meeting was constituted with prayer. The purpose of the meeting was to make arrange- ments for our spring communion.Mr.J.R. Cashion was authorized to contact Rev.A.B.Love and attempt to secure him for the series,at a time in May convenient to him.In event Rev.Love could not accept.,Mr.Cashion was authorized to contact Dr.E.N.Orr or Rev.W.F.Mitchell. Letter was granted to Miss Rebecca Deal,to First A.R.P.Church,Charlotte,N.C. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. M.E.Ramsey,Moderator April 17,1950 R.C.Brys n,Clerk. At a called meeting of the Session on April 3,the meeting was constituted with prayer. R.C.Bryson was elected delegate to Presytery at Gilead Church on April ll,Mr.J.R.Cashion was also elected to attend. After ageneral discussion of church affairs,the meeting was adjourned with paryer. M.E,Ramsey,Moderator April 3,1950 R.C.Bry son,Clerk (|We,the session of the First A.R.P.Church of Statesville,North Carolina, realize that in the passing of A.E.Welborn,an Elder,we have lost a most useful member.It is a source of genuine satisfaction in reviewing his activities in the church that he moved from one office to a still higher and more responsible position di he sped along life's pathway.He was first elected a Deacon in our church and served so well that in later years he was made Chairman of the Board.Later,he was elected to the session,where he served until God called him home.He was very active and enthusiastic in his efforts to remodel our church and spent much of his time and money in advancing his ideas of what would be the best for the congregation and for the church.He was a liberal contributor to all causes for the advancement of God's Kingdom and always responded in a most christian like manner because these things were close to his heart.He played a large part in the building of the Educational Building and also gave a very liberal contribution when the vacant lot was purchased beside the church building.His influence was always felt in church affairs because his loyalty to the church was beyond question. One of his strongest traits was his devotion to his wife and children.His sincerity of purpose won for him many friends and the community at large has lost a most valuable citizen. Now be it resolved that the membership of our church and the session of the church;being mindful of the faithfulness of this trustworthy member,cause this resolution to be spread in the minutes of the session,copy of same be sent to his family. THE SESSION FIRST A.R.P.CHURCH July 17,1950. Ws Valet Mossh fonAte reneeee Session met in called session on July 10,1950 with all members present,and was opened with prayer. Letters were granted to Mr.John Moore and Mrs. Elizabeth Patrick to First A.R.P.Church, Charlotte,N.C. Mr.Alwyn was received into membership by letter from First Presbyterian Church,Statesville. Letters requested by Mrs.Mary Woolen and Mrs. John Renegar were deferred,with instructions toclerktoissuethemprovidedtheyindicatedachurch in our communion with which they desired to untie. A resolution in memory of the late A.E,Welborn,a member of this session until his death,was in-troduced by Frank Deaton,and unanimously adoptedbythesession.A copy of this resolution was orderedpublishedinthechurchpaper,a copy sent to Mrs.Welborn,and a copy placed in the minutes of the sessional records. A card with reference to the meeting of elders in thisPresbyterywasread,and six elders indicated theywouldattendthemeetingatHuntersville. The session was advised that a meeting of PresbyteryhadbeencalledinCharlottetoconsiderourcalltoRev.Robert Marshburn,and V,.E.Lackey,M.E.RamseyandJ,R.Cashion were appointed as a commission to re-present our church at this meeting. Elders to serve at the doors were ap ponited for the nextthreeSabbaths. There being no other business,meeting was adjournedwithprayer. M.E.Ramsey,ModeratorJuly10,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk The session met in regular meeting August 14 with J.R.Cashion,V,E.Lackey,Albert White,Sam Gaither,Hubert Brown,J.L.Pressly,W.A.Sample, Pl r Jones,and R,C.Bryson present. The meeting was presided over by Rev.Robert LT..Marshburn,our new pastor,and was constituted wibt eR _—,prayer. V.E.Lackey,Albert White,and R.C.Bryson were appointed as committee to bring church roll up to date, and A.E,Guy was requested to serve on this committee. On motion of V.E.Lackey,the Board of Deacons was requested to consider the erection of a suitable sign m front of the church. Mr.T.O.Morrison submitted his resignation as super- intendent of the Sabbath School,and this resignat ion was accepted with regrets.Mr.Hubert Brown was elected superintendent to serve until December 31,1951,and Mr. Sam Gaither was elected as assistant superintendent to serve for the same period. After informal discussion of several items pertaining to the general work of the church,the meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert Marshburn,Moderator August 14,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the session prior to the morning service on September 10,1950,Miss Shirley Holmes and Miss Dotty Offut were received into the membership of this church on profession of Faith.Mrs,RobertJ. -Marshburn was received bycertificate from the Pres- byterian Church of Commerce Georgia. RObert J.Marshburn,Moderatér R.C.Bryson,Clerk The session met in regular session September W2 with all elders present,and meeting was opened with prayer. A letter from the Board of Deacons was received,with the request that in order to clarify the finiancial situation of the church,that some action be taken with regard to the proposed building program be taken.After lengthy discussion,it was the will of this body that a joint meeting of the two boards be called at and early date to consider this matter. The resignation of Miss Mabel Hamilton was predented to the session,and was accepted with regret,with the clerk being instructed to write Miss Hamilton on behalf of the session expressing our appreciation for the work she had done during her service as Director of Religious EDucation. On motion,the Moderator was asked to appoint a committee of three,to include the Moderator,to secure a secretary or make arrangements for the vacancy casased by Miss Hamiltons resignation. The pastor advised that at a recent meeting of Presbytery his certificate of Transfer was received and accepted,and that planes were being made for the installation service on October 8th. It was announced that the hour of evening service would be changed to 7:30,effective with service pn next Sabbath. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert J.Marshburn,ModeratorSept.14,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a joint meeting of the session and the Board of Deacons held on September 18,seven Elders and twelve deacons were present.The meeting was opened with prayer. As had been previously announced,the purpose of this meeting was to take some definite action with record to a building program for this church. On motion,it was agreed that a building committee should be appointed to consider the possibilities,and make def- inite recommendations to the congregation. It was further agreed that this committee should be elected by the two boards,and should consist of seven members, two from the Session,two from the Board of Deacons,and three members from the congregation. After n minations by secret ballot,the following members were elected to serve on this committee:From the Session, J.L.Pressly and Sam Gaither:From the Deacons,John Kimmons and Juliam White:From the Congregation,Mrs. J.Clyde Walker,K.L.Raymer,and T.O.Morrison. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert J.Marshburn,Moderator Sept.18,1950 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a joint meeting of the elders and deacons Sabbath night,October 1,the report of the building committee was received. Elder Sam Gaither served as presiding officer,and as chairman of the building committee,presented their report:that the church immediately begin to raise funds for remodeling and extending the present building according to drawings and plans in the hands of the building committee. After extensive discussion,the joint boards,with no dissenting votes,voted to approve this recommendation, and to present it to the congregatiaj as seon as possible. The boards elected Mr.M.E,Ramsey to serve as moderator of the congregational meeting,to be calledatsuchdateasthesessionshouldspecify. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk October 1,1950 At a called meetingoof the session on October8,the following elders were present:A.S.White,P.F.Jones, S.C.Gaither,Frank Deaton,V.E.Lackey,Hubert Brown,and R.C.Bryson. Letter was granted to Mr.Lindsay Hamilton to the Presbyterian Church,Vidalia,Ga/upon his request. On motion of Mr.Ramsey,seconded by Mr.Deaton, the session unanimously agreed to accept the recommen- dation of the building committee that plans be launched for remodeling and enlarging the church,and prdered that the plan be presented to the congregation to be called for October 15 for the purpose of acting on the plan. R.C.Bryson was elected as delegate to Presbytery for fall meeting in Charlotte on October 10. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk October 8,1950 At a meeting of the congregation on October 15,Mr M.E.Ramsey served as Moderator.The meeting was held immediately following the morning service. Mr.Ramsey stated that the purpose of the meeting was to accept or reject the plan of the building committee for improvement of the church building. Mr.S.C.Gaither presented the plans for remodeling of the present church,with an estimate of approximately$80,000.00 required for the work in accordance with the plans. After some discussion of the plan,on motion dulyseconded,the congregation,by a large majority ofthosepresent,voted to proceed immediately withtheraisingofthisamount,and approved the plansasoutlinedbythebuildingcommittee. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Mr.V.E.Lacker. M.E.Ramsey,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk October 15,1950 At a called meeting of the session immediately preceding the morning service on October 22, Mr.Gene Sharpe Hines was received into the membership of this church by transfer of letter. Mr.and Mrs.Joe Lackey were also received by transfer of letter. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk October 22,1951 Session met in regular session on December 4 and was constituted with prayer by the moderator. Elders present:J.R.Cashion,P.F.Jones,M.E. Ramsey,A.S.White,Hubert Brown,V.E.Lackey, Frank Deaton,S.C.Gaither,J.L.Pressly,and R.C.Bryson. Upon request,the following letters were granted: Frank Austin,Florence T.Gass,Mr.and Mrs. Harry Litaker,Mr.and Mrs.Robert Tilley,Dr. C.Lowery Pressly,and Mrs.Julia Nesbit Bowers. There was a general discussion relative to the need for a director of Religious Education or a church secretary.a motion was adopted that Mr.M.E.RamseyandMr.Albert White be appointed to serve as a committee to work with the Pastor in securing a suitable person for this work. It was also moved and adopted that the deacans be consulted with regard to the expenses necessary for carrying out this action. After discussion of several items in connection withtheworkofthechurch,meeting was adjourned with prayer by.Mr.Jones. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk December 4,1951 Regular meeting of session of January 29 was opened with prayer by the Moderator. Elders present:J.R.Cashion,Frank Deaton,M.E. Ramsey,Albert White,Hubert Brown,Sam Gaither, P.&.Jones,V.E.Lackey,W.A.Sample,R.C.Bryson. The moderator named the following committees to serve in order to expedite the work of the session: Sabbath School Committee:Hubert Brown and Sam Gaither. Young People's Committee:M.E.Ramsey,P.F. Jones and Albert White. Committee on Church Roll:V.E.Lackey and R.C. Bryson. Finance Committee:J?L.Pressly and J.R.Cashion Visitation committee:Frank Deaton and W.A.Sample. After general discussion of the duties of each of the committees,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Mr.Lackey. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk January 29,1951 Session met on February 19 and was opened with prayer by the Moderator: Elders Present:J.L.Pressly,Hubert Brown, W.A.Sample,Sam Gaither,Albert White,M.E. Ramsey,P.F.Miones,V.E.Lackey,Frank Deaton,and R.C.Bryson. Mrs.Lois Pressly was received into membership by transfer of letter from Tabernacle A.R.P. Church in Charlotte. Results of the church-wide religious census,in which this church cooperated,were discussed,and it was agreed that a visitation campaign for next Sabbath afternoon would be arranged for visiting prospects obtained from the census.It was re- quested thet the two boards,and all members of the congregation who could do so,participate in this campaign. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Mr.Ramsey. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk February 19,1951. At meeting of session Monday night,March 12,the folbowing edlers were present:V.E.Lackey,M.E. Ramsey,J.R.Cashion,R.C.Bryson,J.L.Pressly Hubert Brown,S.C.Gaither,P.F.Jones,W.A. Sample,Frank Deaton,Albert White. Meeting was opened with prayer by the moderator. The following letters were granted:Thomas J.Little, Mrs.Dorothy Holder Jones,Mrs.Louise Edwards Plyler. Results of the visitation campaign were discussed,and it appeeaed that definite results had been obtained. On motion of Frank Deaton,Duly seconded,the third Monday night of each month was established as the regular night for monthly meeting of the session. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by R.C.Bryson Robert J.Marshburn,Mod R.C.Bryson,Clerk. March 12,1951 At a called meeting of the session immediately pre - ceding the morning service on March 18,the folbowing were received into membership by certificate: Bill e Ray Brawley,Mrs.W.B.Crowson,Hazel K. Allen,Mrs.Leon Parks,D.A,Elliot,Fred Archer, Mrs.Fred Archer,Fred Archer,Jr.Miss Aileen Martin,and Mrs.B.M.Garrison,Jr. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk March 18,195] At a called meeting of session immediately preceding the morning service on March 25,the folbowing were received into membership:By profession of Faith, Nancy Kimmons,Linda Robinson,Susan Howers, Martha Laws,Linda Johnson Robert Moore,Frank Burke,Anne Stradley,John Morgan,Jane Morgan, Sidney Sowers,William Crowson,James Milstead, Rebecca Shell,Peyton Morrison,Louie Marett,Jr. and Nanyy Dean Marett. It was noted that all of these new members had*attended the Communicants Class conducted over the past three Sabbaths by the Pastor. R.C.Bryson was elected to serve as delegate at the Spring meeting of Presbytery to be held at Sandy Plains Church. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk March 25m 1951 (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and prompt,it has little value.) Statistical Report To Synod READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and,pxinted beforeSynodandshouldthereforebemailedonorbefies|fonday aften thampe first Sabbath of April.58)Bou everd v(3)One copy to Rev.T.B.McBride,mmies®S.Anderson,5.@OnecopytoyourPresbytery. Keep one on file. (4)Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1, 19 ,through March 31,19 (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. Name of Chiseh.TOA |ae Name of Minister or eb,ye A Postoffice stinthyr Total membership-ae Number of active 3 FS Tithers:(1)No.Tob ;(2)What per cent of members 4B ..% Family altars:(1)No.IS ;(2)What per cent of No.of families SO” Accessions: By Profession IF By Certificate A Jey Reinstatement Total SF Losses: By Death bo By Certificate Lb By Removal from Roll Total dD Baptisms:; Adults oa :Infants...7.2 Total #6 Assessed or Promised Paid Salary :.’$9680 Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)ASOD Orphanage ||-a?vr Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other || local causes a MSIE Sabbath Schools—\ 1.Number of Pupils Enrolled AHAB 2.Number in Home Department 3.Number in Cradle Roll 3 _ 4.Collection for the Year|/$Jaf 2 Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled 47/ Collection for the Year||$1947 Young People’s Christian Union— Number of Members...3.3 Collection for the Ye ar|ls 139 Intermediates—8 Number of Members 4 | Collection for the Year|Po Junior Christian Union— Number of Members a Collection for the Year|!$ Add for amount $a 372 (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to| budget by auxiliaries i |$abyNETTOTAL|$@e 76? (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in con-|gregation)AVERAGE PER CAPITA|$.2Z06 Value Church Property $SRO 00D Insured at 3/190 Value Parsonage Property $A000 Insured at||$46009 PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,Andereson,S.C., just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. 1,6.Wccp)beviermt paraern > CONGREGATIONAL REPORT The Report of__._First A.R.&k.-Statesvill@hurch for year ended March 31,1951 to the First “i Presbytery in session at Sandy ‘lains i THE PASTOR Name of Pastor.._-O0@T*Je Marshburn Adteese:. Amount of time employed?Character of Preaching—Doctrinal,Evangelistic,Practical?(Indicate by Statesville ee Cee underscoring.)Is he faithful in Pastoral Work? THE ELDERS tend hee nee ee.eeialtea - Names of Elders Ordained:None Does each Elder have a District ?_..citi What per cent visit systematically their District?100.%;Attend Prayer Meeting?100;Yo;Are members of the Sabbath School?7...%;Are Tithers?% Did an Elder attend Fall Presbytery?.Spring Presbytery?_.._.__Yes Synod?___..Yes. THE DEACONS Number of Deacons me Names of Deacons transferred:__.....ig a ead 8a Do you follow the rotary system?Yes Names of Deacons retired by rotary system: Names of Deacons removed by death:ge enororate oeenntomerhs Shae erestipsecamli bet annioeacolaenelsaall Names of Deacons received by certificate:.._________]None. Names of Deacons ordained:2-2.o-ooeeceeeeeneeeeeeeeeeioe ee ke a et ae Do Deacons encourage the people to practice Scriptural principles of Stewardship?....egg Was the total salary received adequate to enable the Pastor to render the most efficient service?_7 oS When was salary paid?Monthly?3g.Quarterly ?_.....~What per cent of the isis tithe? Attend Prayer meeting ?_-.....----_-_-__%;Are members of the S.S.?_.......__..-._......-.%o100THEAUXILIARYORGANIZATIONS Have You:A Sabbath School?ves A Prayer Meeting?...-¥eg-A Ladies’Society?atic he Bs C.Union?__ex An termediate Union...A Fanior Union?COA awe Organization other than Bible Class?Yes THE PEOPLE Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?_......Has there been any special evan- :What per cent of the meYES.ship attend public worship?.Ps,” What per cent of adult members ee to S.8.?_%;of Children attend public worship ?_..Jo;8O Sab- bath observance poor,fair,good,excellent?«=D parents keep their vows to train their children? gelistic effort since last report?- What per cent of homes have family worship?(Count,do not guess)..--..-Yo;Are the people growing in the spirit and practice of Stewardship?i eecencaoapinia laces OO BOcont of Tithers have you?;iene Is drinking on the increase in the Community?ss feeling between people and ister cordial]? Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work?PT ...What per cent of th®@@mbership attend Communion?__......_..%;Do you makea roll of those in attendance?. Is a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves?Yes :— Are you willing to have your Synodical Assessment increased?a candids antapesipiibbeiis .Have you increased Pastor’s Salary within past five years?0.‘ccuctined -TliGeae. Is the Church making an earnest effort to reach the unsaved?_.When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle? How many from your congregation are attending pani:or University?_.i *‘.....How many Erskine College?How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer?’‘ Were all the orders of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed?_..psd -vtteee Were your contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly?.0000000 Quarterly 2.....;.Did you have a deficit last year? How much?$._..............What supplement do you need? Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation? REMARKS: At acalled meeting of the session on April 4,thereportofthischurchtoPresbyteryandSynodwas presented and adopted after the meeting was opened woth prayer by V.E.Lackey. Elders present:J.L.Pressly,Alebert White,Habe ryBrown,M,E.Ramsey,J.R.Cashion,V.E.LackeySamGaither,P,F.Jones and R.C.Bryson. There was informal discussion as to the possibilitiesofsomematterspertaingtounionofchurchesmightbebooughtupatthemeeting=of Presbytery. An informal vote of the session showed that there wasapredominatingsentimentforunionwiththeSouthern Presbyterian Church and the delegate to Presbytery was requested to vote on such matters in accordance with the desire of this session. Session adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk April,4,1951 At regular meeting on April 23,session was con- stituted with prayer by moderator, Elders present:M.E.Ramsey,V.E.Cackey, Albert White,Sam Gaither,Hubert Brown,J.R. Cashion,W.A.Sample.Frank Deaton and R.C. Bryson t Mr.P.F.Jones was nominated and elcted to serve as delegate to Synod. On Motion of Mr.WL.E.Ramsey,seconded by Mr Frank Deaton,The delegate was instructed to vote on matters of church union at Synod in accordance with the will of th 's congregation to be expressed at a called meeting for that purpose. On motion of J.R.Cashion,Seconded by Frank Deaton, a meeting of the congregation was ordered tobe held on May 6,to determine the desires of the congregation on the matter of church union.The questions to be submitted are:Do you desire to unite with some other denomination,and if so,do you prefer to unite with The Southern Presbyterians or the United Presbyterians. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Hubert Brown. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk April 23,1951 Hfrie bod Session met on May 9 with all elders present. The moderator advised he had secured Rev.Daniel Iverson of Miami.Fla.for a specil series of services to be held in this church May 20,thru May 27. Plans for the meeting were discussed,and it was agreed that two services would be held each day, at 7A.M.and 8 P.M.Plans were also made for a concerted visitation campaign to be made the week preceding the services,this campaign to be under the direction of the Moderator and Dr.Iver son. Frank Deaton moved that Building and Loan shares now carried by the Sabbath School be renewed.How- ever,it was pointed out that this motion might be in conflict with present efforts of the Board of Deacons to establish a unified budget for this church/Motion was withdrawn by Mr.Deaton,and any action was deferred tntil a leter date. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Mr.Ramsey. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk Immediately following themorning service on May 13,a meeting of the congregation was held. Mr.M.E.Ramsey was designated to serve as moderator,and dtated that the purpose of the meeting as called by the sessi0n was to deter-mine the will of the congregation with regard to church union. Ballots previously prepared were presented to the congregation requesting a vote for or against union.Ballots also requested that in event union was wted,each member state his prefernce for the Southern Presbyterians or the United Pres- byterians. There was little discussion on the matter. A canvas of the ballots indicated a large majority of the congregation preferred to unite with some other denomination.On the other question,prac- tically all of those v oting preferred to unite with the Southern Presbyterians in event union was con- summated. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. M.E.EKamsey,Mod. R.C.Bryson,C lerk May 13,1951 The session met immediately preceding the morn- ing service on May 20 and was constituted with prayer by the moderator. The following were received into membership:By Certificate:W.I.Stone,Leo Johnson,Mrs.Frank Futrell,Gretchen Cowan Nesbit,Mrs.Ruth Heath, Mr.and Mrs.Joe Rhyne. The following were received on profession of Faith: Frank Futtrell,Jr.Pameilia Poston,Emily Jphnson Carolyn Little and Buddy Rumple. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk May 20,1951 The session met immediately preceing the morning’ service on June 10 with following elders present: M.E.Ramsey,J.R.Cashiom,Albert White,S.C. Gaither,P.F.Jones,Hubert Brown and R.C.Bryson. The Moderat r presented to the session Miss Harriet Edwards of Rosemark,Tenn.who had been secured to serve this church as secretary and director of Religious Education. Miss Edwards was received into membership by transfer from Rosemark,Tenn.A.R.P.Church. Letters were granted to Mrs.Elmina Mills Shelton, Mr.and Mrs.Buford Guy,and Buford,Jr.and Margaret WNuy, The pastor advised that he would be on vaction during the month of July.He also advised that the pulpit would be filled on July 1 by Dr.Grierg on July 15 by Rev.S.L. McKay,and on July 39 by Rev.B.Dale White. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by moderator... Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk.. June 10,1951 Regular meeting of session was held on August 20 with following elders present.M.E.Ramsey, V.E.Lackey,Frank Deaton,R.C.Bryson, Hubert Brown,J,L.Pressly,S.C.Gaither, and Albert White. Mrs.Katie Lee Terry was received into mem- bership on transfer of letter with her two child- ren,johnnie and Katie Lee. Note was made of completion of two weeks of Bible School under the direction of Miss Edwards. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Clerk. August 20,1951 At a called meeting of the session before the morning service on September 2,M.E,Ramsey, S.C,Gaither,Hubert Brown,V.E,Lac key, and R.C.Bryson were present. Mr.and Mrs.Henry Scroggs were received into membership on transfer ofletter. Mention was made of coming election of elders and, deacons to replace those retiring at end of present year under the rotary system,however any action or discussion was deferred until next regular meeting. Meeting was djourned with prayer Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. R.C.Bryson,Ckerk September 2,195l.... Session met for regular meeting on September 17,1951 and was opened with prayer by P.F.Jones. Elders present were:V.E.Lackey,Frank Deaton, J.R.Cashion,M.E.Ramsey,Plummer Jones, Hubert Brown,Albert White,J.L.Pressly,and R.C.Bryson. For meeting of Presbytery at Glenwood Church in Charlotte on October 9,P.F.Jones was elected as elder to represent our church.There was some discussion concerning matters that might come up at this meeting in rgard to petitions of some churches in the Presbytery to be released,and the attitude of our session was expressed in order that our delegate might vote the feelings of this session. There was a general discussion of the Tithing Program of our Synod for the last 13 weeks of the year.Note was made of the action of the Board of Deacons in supporting this campaign,and the session went on record as supporting this special drive whole-heartedly. Note was made of World-Wide Communion Sabbath on October 7,and it was moved and carried that we also observe Rally Day in the Sabbath Schools on that date. Note was made of necessity of electing Elders and Deacons to replace those retiring at the end of this year,and possibility of nominating candidates by the session with priviledge of further nominations from the congregation was discussed.Final action was deferred until the next regular meeting in October. Pastor was granted permission to hold meeting at Parkwood in Charlotte Otcober 2lst through 28th. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk September 17,1951 Session met in called session immediately preeeding the morning service on Octo ber 7,with all elders present. Larry Terry was received into full membership of this church on profession of his faith. Meeting was closed with special prayer by Moderator, remembering the special World wide communion service to be observed at morning Worship. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk October 7,1951 At regular meeting of Session October 15,1951 the fol- lowing elders were present:A.S.White,S.C.Gaither, V.E.Lackey,J.R.Cashion,J.L.Pressly,M.E. Ramsey,and R.C.Bryson. Session was opened with prayer by the Moderator. Rev.Marshburn announced that during his absence Rev. W.F.Mitchell would conduct Prayer Meeting on October 17 and Dr.W.W.Boyce would preach at the morning service on October 28.V.E.Lackey and J.R.Cashion were appointed to arrange for prayer meeting on Oct. 24th. On motion,a Congregational meeting was called,to be held immediately following the morning service on November 4,for the purpose of electing four elders to serve terms of six years from next January 1,and one elder to serve for a term of two years for the unexpired portion of the term of the late A.E.Welborn. Mr.M.E.Ramsey moved that the session nominate not more than ten men for the office of elder,leaving to the congregati@n the privilege-of adding any names they so desired. After passage of this motion,the following nominations were made:A.E.Guy,T.O.Morrison,Albert Cooper, Charles Washington,Julian White,John Kimmons,JessieLentz,Erskine Johnson,Sr.John D.Patterson,and H.S.Douglas. Mr.and Mrs.Eugene Morrison,and Daughter,Miss Jane Morrison,upon request,were granted letters of dismissal to the Tabernacle A.R.P.Church,Charlotte,N,C, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by P.F.Jones . R.J.Marshburn,ModeratorOct.15,1951 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session prior to the morning service one November 4,the following elders were present:V.E.Lackey,Albert White,Plummer Jones, S.C.Gaither,Hubert Brown,J.R.Cashion,and R.C.Bryson. Meeting was opened with prayer by Moderator. Letter was granted to Mr.and Mrs.Tom Morrison to Presbyterian Church,St.Petersburg,Fla. Clerk was requested to obtain letter of Mr.and Mrs. Sim Boyd from First Presbyterian Church,Charlotte. Meeting was adjourned with prayer. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk Nov.4,1951 At a meeting of the congreggtion on November 4 Rev.Marshburn presided and opened the meeting with prayer. The list of nominees for office of elder was read,and several nominations were made from the floor. The congregation then voted by secret ballot for election of five elders,one for a two year term,the remainder for six years. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk Nov.4,1951 At a called meeting of the session on November 7,the following elders were present:Hubert Brown,Frank Deaton,M.E.Ramsey,P.F.Jones,V.E.Lackey, J.L.Pressly,Albert White and R.C.Bryson. The following were declared elected for six year terms as result of ballot at congregational meeting on Wovember 4 to elect elders.) John Kimmons Charles Washington T.O.Morrison Haskell Mills. For two-year Term Albert Cooper. With no further business,meeting was adjoutned with prayer by V.E.Lackey. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk November 7,195i At a called meeting of the congregation on November 18,1951, Rev.Marshburn presided and opened the meeting with prayer. A list of nominees for election of Deacons was then pre- sented by the Board of Deacons,and numerous names were added to the list from the floor. It was agreed that election would be held at another meeting of the congregation two weeks from this date. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert J..Marshburn,Moderator November 18,1951 R.C.Bryso ,Clerk Regular meeting of session was held on November 19 and was opened with prayer by R.C.Bryson. J.L.Pressly,Albert White,M.E.Ramsey,V.E.Lackey, Plummer Jones,Hubert Brown,S.C.Gaither,and R.C.Bryson were present.In addition,John Kimmons,Haskell Mills,and Albert Cooper,newly elected elders,were present. Letter as affiliated memgber was granted to Marion Ruth Yount to Presbyterian Church,Williamsburg,Va.while in school at William &Mary. The pastor announced that Mr.and Mrs.D.F.Summers wished to unite with the church on Profession of Faith,and they were duly received. There was a general discussion of Young People's work in connection with City-wide campaign,and it was opinion of session that this should not be enetered into without extensive investigation. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by P.F.Jones. Robert J.Marshburn,Mod. November 19,1951 R.C.Bryson,Clerk A congregational meeting was held on December 2,1951l for election of 13 deacons from list nominated two weeks before. Meeting was opened with prayer by the Moberttor,Rev. Marshburn,and election was held by secret ballot. The following were elected:Wade Watt,Jessie Lentz, Bernard Jano,Boyce Shook,Edgar Troutman,W.L. Mundhenke,Flake Jenkins,Lynn Freeze,Charles Rumple,Joe Ramsey,Sidney Sample,James Milstead, and Blake Kunkle. With no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer. Robert J.Marshburn,Moderator Dec.2,195l R.C.Bryson,Wlerk At a calledmeeting of the session immediately precedingtheMornhngServiceDecember23,the following elders were present,Albert White.Plummer Jones,Frank Deaton, Sam Gaither,M.E.Ramsey,John Kimmons,and R.C. Bryson. Meeting was opened with prayer by Plummer Jones. The following were received into hurch on ProfessionofFaith:Tommy Kerr §John*E.Boyd,Yudy Juanita Nicholson,and Peggy Kuykendall.Each of thése had attended the Communicants Class just completed by the Pastor. January 13 was set as date for ordination of newly elected elders and deacons. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Robert J.Marshburn,Moderator R.C.Bryson,Clerk December 23,1951 AT A CALLED MEETING OF THE SESSICN PRIOR TO THE MORNING SERVICE ON FEBRUARY 10,19525 WITH A QUORUM OF ELDERS PRESENT. MEETING WAS OPENED WITH PRAYER BY MODERATOR. THE FOLLOWING WERE RECEIVED INTO MEMBERSHIP? GLENN HOLTON MR&e GLENN HOLTON JULIA LYNN HOLTON MARTHA ANN HOLTON BY LETTER FROM 5TH CREEK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH HELEN HOLTON PROFESSION OF FAITHs R.J.MARSHBURN,MODERATOR OP aah nn eh : PLUMMER F.JONESs JRese CLERK FEBRUARY 10,1952 AT THE FEBRUARY MEETING OF THE SESSION AT 7200 Pe Me ON MONDAYS FEBRUARY !I8,19525 THE MODERATOR PRESIDED AND MEETING WAS OPENED WITH PRAYE BY FRANK DEATONs THE FOLLOWING WERE PRESENT$THE MODERATOR,ALBERT COOPER,CHARLES WASHINGTONs HASKELL MILLS»DRe Je be PRESSLY»HUBERT BROWN,FRANK DEATONs PLUMMER JONES,JOHN KIMMONS,AND W,Ay.SAMPLE PLANS WERE MADE AND APPROVED BY THE SESSION FOR TWO MEETINGS IN 1953, WITH OR.MANFRIED GUTZHE FOR THE MAY MEETING,BEGINNING ON THE JOTH, AND FOR ROBERT LAMONT,PASTOR OF NARBOTH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IN PHILADELPHIA,FOR THE OCTOBER,1953 MEETINGs THE MONTH OF AUGUST,19525 WAS APPROVED AS A MONTH OF VACATION FOR THE PASTOR,AND PERMISSION WAS DULY GRANTED TO THE PASTOR TO SERVE OTHER CHURCHES FOR FOUR ADDIWIONAL SERVICES DURING THE YEAR,» LETTER WAS GRANTED TO MR~e ANDO MRGo CLINE LIVINGSTONE TO JOIN THE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF TOCCOA,GEORGIA.’ ALL MOTIONS WERE DULY MADE AND SECONDED, MEETING CLOSED WITH PRAYER BY THE PASTOR, R.J.MARSHBURN,MODERATOR v a “i ones PO :PLUMMER F,.JONES,JR.»CLERK FEBRUARY AT THE MARCH MEETING OF THE SESSION AT 7300 P.M.ON MONDAY»,MARCH 3ly 1952, THE MODERATOR PRESIDED AND MEETING WAS OPENED WITH PRAYER BY HUBERT BROWN, THE FOLLOWING WERE PRESENT:THE MODERATOR»,W.A.SAMPLE,HUBERT BROWN,T,.0. MORRIGON,CHARLES WASHINGTON,HASKELL MILLE,ALBERT WHITE,PLUMMER JOMES, ALBERT COOPER,SAM GAITHERs JOHN KIMMONS,AND FRANK DEATON, SPRING COMMUNION WAS SET FOR APRIL 20,1952, MISS MARY DAY FROM NEW AmITY Aw Re Pe CHURCH MRS.EARL FLEMING FROM BOULEVARD Me.E.CHURCH MEMBERS ON ROLL PER LIST3 EARL FLEMING W.Be.DAVIDSON J.R.HUTCHINS Mes.MYRTLE HUTCHINS,WERE VOTED TO BE PLACED ON THE ROLL AS THERE EVIDENCE THAT ALL HAVE JOINED THIS CHURCH IN THE PAST, PULPIT COMMITTEE CONSISTING OF3 ALBERT WHITE JOHN KIMMONS FRANK DEATON WERE ELECTED Mes.W.J.DEAL ANO Mrs.DO.LL,PRESSLY WERE ELECTED TO THE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CommiTTEE. PLUMMER JONES WAS ELECTED AS DELEGATE TO PRESBYTERY AND SYNOD. We.A.SAMPLE AND ALBERT COOPER WERE ELECTED AS A COMMITTEE TO INVESTIGATE THE DEED TO THE CHURCH PROPERTY AND THE POSSIBILITY OF INCORPORATED OF CHURCH, MEETING WAS CLOSED WITH PRAYER BY THE MODERATOR, R,Je MARSHBURN,MODERATOR )Z 2.on APLUMMERF.JONESs UR.»CLERK MARCH 31,1952 April 13,1952 At the April Meeting of the session at 10:0 A.M.,on April 13,1952,the moderator presided and opened the meeting with prayere Present:The moderator,John Kimmons,Haskell Mills,W.A. Sample,Albert White,Sam Gaither,Plummer Jones,Frank Deaton,Albert Cooper,T.0.Morrison,Charles Washington, and Hubert Brown. Letter was granted to the former Miss Ruth Daniels(now Mrs.Kirby)to the First Vanguard Presbyterian Church of Raleigh,N.C. Members received were: Miss Mary Day-by letter from New Amity Church Mrs.Earl Fleming-by letter from Boulevard M.E.Church Patricia Lee Fleming and Sandra Maxine Faeming-by profession Mrse Simmons Boyd=by letter Infants baptized:Leslie Ann Shell (P.W.Shell)Don Stephen Davidson (Robert) All Motions were duly made and seconded, Meeting closed with prayer by the moderator. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator iid?>yale)“AE? Plummer F,Jones,dre,Clerk January 21,1952 At the January meeting of the session at 7:00 P.M. January 21,1952,the moderator presided and R.C.Bryson opened the meeting with prayer. Present:J.L.Pressly,Albert Cooper,Charles Washington,Albert White,John Kimmons,Hubert Brown,Haskell Mills,Frank Deaton,Sam Gaither,and R.C.Bryson. Letters were granted to ; Alwyn Morrison to First Presbyterian Church,LincolntonMr.and Mrs.Joe Davidson to Mooresville A.R.P.Church Plummer F.Jones,Jr.e,was elected Clerk,succeeding R.C.Bryson,retining from the board. All motions were duly made and seconded, Meeting closed with prayer by the moderator. (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and Eremns,it has little value.) Statistical Report To am READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and printed beforeSynodandshouldthereforebemailedonorbeforeMondayafterthe first Sabbath of April. (3)One copy to Rev.>.McBride,Anderson,S.C. One copy to your Paks tery. Keep one on file. (4)Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1, 19S},through March 31,192. (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. " (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. Name of Church Furr AS.FP st baheg Name of Minister or Clerk.Rot YY Postoffice MUaMearnth le Total membership S50 Number of active members SFO Tithers:(1)No.;(2)What per cent of members 26 Family altars:(1)No.;(2)What per cent of No.of families Accessions: By Professioni:By ee ae Reinstatement Losses: 3y Ss dieBy Certificate #By Removal from Roll Baptisms: Adults &Infants I+Total Assessed or Promised Salary |>4200~ Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)|21 °oO Orphanage Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all othe) local causes Sabbath Schools—\ Number of Pupils Enrolled +&4 Number in Home Department Number in Cradle Roll af 1.Collection for the Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled 175 Collection for the Young People’s Christian Union—es Number of Members 3 Collection for the Intermediates— Number of Members 22 Collection for the Junior Christian Union— Number of Members zlo Collection for the Year|! Add for amount i (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to|) budget by auxiliaries NET TOTAL (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in con-}|- gregation)AVERAGE PER CAPITA)$2 Ielolo Value Church Property $20,owo Insured at)$7,£00 Value Parsonage Property $20,e°7O Insured at|$6,000 PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,Andereson,S.C., just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT F ROM RE¢‘ORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. eh ur ProQ budgen ow} Oye, CONGREGATIONAL REPORT The Report of _7.ined _DRB.P.-=Seance __Church for year ended ___#1 arth 315,175% a...Pind _Presbytery in session at"Noornrville THE PASTOR Name of Pastor.Rahank..G-thenace Beer —..Adgaress... Amount of time employed?__.._..Character of Preaching—Doctrinal,Evangelistic,Practical?(Indicate by underscoring.)Is he faithful in Pastoral Work?_...GPR THE ELDERS Number of Elders...|A _..Names of Elders transferred...Nene. Names of elders removed by Death:_.___.__¥ Names of Elders receivedby €Certificate:.. Names of Elders Ordained:_....0 Does each Elder have a District?:tai ee ae ale What per cent visit systematically their District?Yo;Attend Prayer Meeting?60 Yo;Are members of the Sabbath School?../OD.%;Are Tithers?_.b0_.% Did an Elder attend Fall Presbytery ?___.EAs Spring Presbytery?#4 2 .Synod?#MR THE DEACONS Number of Deacons....A‘f....Names of Deacons transferred:—.NO™%™\@e_. Do you follow the rotary system?__.Ye ~Let,2. ‘Names of Deacons retired by rotary system:.“_:iheik ics ~Names of Deacons removed by death:~The. ANames of Deacons received by certificate:..Rl es “Names of Deacons ordained:222 Seen:(RY ioe ai a ea Do Deacons encourage the people to practice Scriptural OG of Stewardship?Bea.ust Was the total salary received adequate to enable the Pastor to render the most efficient service?geo When was salary paid?Monthly?...422 Quarterly?..What per cent of the Deacons tithe?“O ¥ Attend Prayer meeting?5Q ~~%;Are members of the S.S.?120...% THE AUXILIARY ORGANIZATIONS Have You:A Sabbath School?_.tyé@..A Prayer Meeting?oS ..........A Ladies’Society?ffs A .PF. C.Union?Lect .An Intermediate Union Lf BB .A Junior Union?Lg A A Men’s Organization other than Bible Class?____<42-0._.= Qe THE PEOPLE Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?.aes qe ;.Has there been any special evan- gelistic effort since last report?—Ake -What per cent of the membership attend public worship?te % What per cent of adult members belong to S.$.?..%3 %;of Children attend public worship?3O....%;Is Sab- bath observance poor,fair,good,excellent?!....Do parents keep their vows to train their children?ARO What per cent of homes have family worship?(Count,do not guess)bo O %;Are the people growing in the spirit and practice of Stewardship?pF....What per cent of Tithers have you?2 5 % Is drinking on the increase in the Community?na .Is feeling between people and pastor cordial?.y*@ Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work ?ae -What per cent of the membership attend Communion?%;Do you make a roll of those in attendance?1s. (s a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves?__feo Is the Church making an earnest effort to reach the unsaved?Be 2 When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle?__.382 Are you willing to have your Synodical Assessment increased?fasnckicll ll an .Have you increased Pastor’s Salary within past five years?si YL ;Ten years?4?-A How many from your congregation are attending College or University ?__.9 .How many Erskine College?+..How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer? Were all the orders of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed?...pep Red .Were your contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly?Quarterly ?ea .Did you have a deficit last year?2. How much?$-What supplement do you need?Tm Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation? REMARK(2)thar:Paorge,Bevaanbh one,Mele Jerking Blaha Kinshlenflereents,el.Trent Jems rilateadh GotRoms a f alae 08 3 orgie ,Tous °hg mt 151 At the June meeting of the session at 7:00 P.M.on June 40,1952,the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:Frank Deaton,Albert Cooper,Haskell Mills,T.0.Morrison,J-L.Pressly,John Kimmons,Charles Washington,@ubert Brown,and Plummer Jones. Received by letter were: Douglas Pharr Mr.and Mrs.Wayne Miller Robert J.Marshburn,from Christian Church,Illindis. A New-Life Movement Committee was appointed: 2 elders=-John Kimmons and Hubert Brown Deacon =Roscoe Stilwell Members:Mrs.J.C.Walker,Miss Harriette Edwards,Mrs.Haskell Mills,and Simmons Boyd. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk June 30,1952 At the July meeting of the session,with the moderatorpresiding,and a quorum present,Mrs.Blanche Harbin CrowsonwasreceivedbyletterfromtheCalvaryMoravianChurchinWinston-Salem. The meeting was opened and closed with prayer. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator —po i CA Plummer F.Jones,Jr<,Clerk July 28,1952 At a called meeting of the session on Sept.1k,1952,at10:30 A.M.the moderator presided and T.0.Morrison openedthemeetingwithprayer. Present:The moderator,John Kimmons,Albert White,T.0.Morrison,Charles Washington,Haskell Mills,Frank Deaton,Hubert Brown,Albert Cooper,and Plummer Jones. Letters of transfer were granted to: Joe Shelton=-to Broad Street M.E.Church Mr.and Mrs.T.R.Pope and daughter Ann to First PresbyeChurchatLenoir. feeaaRecetfed by letter mmumm:Bernard -Bd.St.ME.ue Future sessions of the group to be held after Prayer MeetingonWednesdaynightwherepracticable. All motiond were duly made and seconded. Meeting was closed with prayer by the moderator. Re J.Marshburn,Moderator TEicin BAe©Plummer F.Jofes,Jr.,Clerk Sept.14,1952 At the September meeting of the session at 8:00 P.M.onSeptember17,1952,the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,John Kimmons,Charles Washington,Hubert Brown,T.0.Morrison,Frank Deaton,Albert Cooper,and Plummer Jones. In view of increasing sentiment toward the building of anewchurch,the following motion was approved for presen-=tation to the congregation :™That the congregation grantauthoritytotheBuildingCommitteetoobtainplansforanewbuildinginorderthatthesamemaylaterbeconsideredalongwiththepresentlyapprovedplanofremodeling" All motions were duly made and seconded, R.J.-Marshburn,Moderator Plummer F.Joriés,Jr.,Clerk Sept.17,1952 At the October meeting of the session at 8:00 P.M.onOctober8,1952,the moderator presided and opened themeetingwithprayer.5 Present:The moderator,Albert Cooper,Charles Washington,John Kimmons,T.0.Morrison,Hubert Brown,J.L.Pressly,Haskell Mills,and Plummer Jones. Mr.and Mrs.<.R.King were received by letter from Concord Presbyterian Church at Loray. A meeting primarily for young people,conducted by the Reverend Ned Iverson,was approved for January 12-1). A committee composed of the pastor,Albert Cooper,and Plummer Jones was appointdd to secure a secretary upon the departure in January of Miss Harriette Edwards. All motionsnwere duly made and seconded. Meeting was closed with prayer by John Kimmons. Re Je Marshburn,Moderator 4 Jenn,Sd ° Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk October 8,1952 At a meeting of the session at 10:5 A.M.on October 26, 1952,the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayere Present:The moderator,Albert Cooper,John Kimmons,Charles Washington,Haskell Mills,Plummer Jones,and Sam Gaither. The following were received by letter: Mrs.Tom A.Weaver -First Presbyterian,Mooresville Kenneth Jennings =lst Church of Christ,Fairfield,Conn. Dwight Jarvis -New Perth A.R.P. Mr.and Mrs.W.M.Hamilton-Second Reformed Church Somerville,N.J. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator 4 J \ctones>Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk ao October 26,1952 At a meeting of the session at 10:)\5 A.M.on December 7,1952, the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Albert Cooper,Hubert Brown,Frank Deaton,Sam Gaither,Albert White,Haskell Mills,andPlummerJones. Received by letter:G.Alfred Langston.,Jr.from the Main Street M.E.Church in Gastonia. A trip to Costa Rica and other Central American countries by the pastor was approved. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.J.»Marshburn,Moderator PQiran 3 Ques,-Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk December 7,1952 At a meeting of the session at 10:0 A.M.on January ),1953, the moderator presided,opening and closing the meeting withprayer. Present:The moderator,Frank Deaton,Albert Cooper,Charles Washington,Haskell Mills,Hubert Brown,John Kimmons,SamGaither,Albert White,and Plummer Jones. A mmeting of the Rebekahs in the basement of the educational building on the mornings of May 18,19,and 20 was approved for all hours which do not conflict with church activities. The committee to select a secretary and interim Director of Religious Education reported the employment of MissGenevieveKruisahanannualsalaryof$2,),00. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator PQ Honan De -Plunmer F.nes,Jr.,ClerkJan.h,1953 At the January meeting of the session at 8:0 P.M.,themoderatorpresided,opening and closing tle meeting withprayer. Present:The moderator,Albert Cooper,Hubert Brown,AlbertWhite,Charles Washington,John Kimmons,Frank Deaton,SamGaither,Haskell Mills,J.L.Pressly,amd Plunmer Jones. Members Received: By letter#+--Mr.and Mrs.Moffett Brown,Mr.and Mrs.Willkam B.Crowson,and Mrs.Joe W.Ramsey.By Profession--Miss Rosetta Garris. Letter of Dismissal Granted:Miss Harriette Edwards to theRichlandA.R.P.Church. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator aoe ?3Plummerf.saesees er:ClerkJan.1h,1953 All motions were duly made and seconded. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator abe,Jr.,ClerkPlummerF.Jot’ December 7,1952 At a meeting of the session at 10:0 A.M.on January ,1953, the moderator presided,opening and closing the meeting withprayer. Present:The moderator,Frank Deaton,Albert Cooper,Charles Washington,Haskell Mills,Hubert Brown,John Kimmons,SamGaither,Albert White,and Plummer Jones. A mmeting of the Rebekahs in the basement of the educational building on the mornings of May 18,19,and 20 was approved for all hours which do not conflict with church activities. The committee to select a secretary and interim Director of Religious Education reported the employment of MissGenevieveKruisahanannualsalaryof$2,),00. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator PQswm~>.;° Plummer F.nes,Jr.,ClerkJan.h,1953 At the January meeting of the session at 8:)0 P.M.,themoderatorpresided,opening and closing the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,Albert Cooper,Hubert Brown,AlbertWhite,Charles Washington,John Kimmons,Frank Deaton,SamGaither,Haskell Mills,J.L.Pressly,amd Plummer Jones. Members Received: By letters --Mr.and Mrs.Moffett Brown,Mr.and Mrs.Willkam B.Crowson,and Mrs.Joe W.Ramsey.By Profession--Miss Rosetta Garris. Letter of Dismissal Granted:Miss Harriekte Edwards to theRichlandA.R.P.Church. All motions were duly made and seconded. RK.Js Marshburn,Moderator a%?AyPlummerfF.eee ye:ClerkJan.1k,1953 At a meeting of the session at 10:0 A.M.on January 18,1953themoderatorpresidedandopenedwithprayer. Present:The moderator,Frank Deaton,Albert White,HubertBrown,Albert Cooper,Sam Gaither,Haskell Mills,CharlesWashington,Plummer Jones,and John Kinmmons. The receipt of the letters of Mrs.Blanche Harbin CrowsonandMr.and Mrs .William Crowson was confirmed,and theirreceptionintomembership,previously approved,was to beannouncedatthemorningservice. The meeting was closed with prayer by the Reverend NedIverson,our guest minister for the week preceding. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator oe GhPlummerF.Jon@s,Jr.,ClerkJan.18,1953 At a meeting of the session at 10:5 A.M.on January 25,1953,the moderator presided,opening and closing the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,Haskell Mills,Albert Cooper,FrankDeaton,Sam Gaither,Plummer Jones,and Hubert Brown, The “Deacon's Fund"at present in the hands of Frank Deaton asTreasurerandW.A.Sample as administrator,amountingg to about$300.00 was authorized to be transferred to the Treasurer oftheChurchundertheunifiedbudgetplan. The accession to membership of Miss Rosetta Garris,previouslyapproved,was to announced at the morning service. All motions were duly made and seconded. R.Js Marshburn,Moderator eee “Fe -\S ,Plummer F.Jonés,Jr.,ClerkJan.25,1953 At the February meeting of the session at 8:15 P.M.onFebruary11,1953 the moderator presided and opened the mees#ingwithprayer. Present:The moderator,Haskell Mills,Albert White,J.L.Pressly,Sam Gaither,John Kimmons,Plummer Jones,Frank Deaton,Charles Washington,and Hubert Brown. Letters of dismissal were grantedmto Barron Grier and Mrs. Grier and to Miss Ann Morgan. Miss Genevieve Kruis was received in membership from theCalvaryChurch(non-denominational)of Grand Rapids,Wis. All motions were duly made and seconded.Meeting was closed th prayer by John Kimmons,. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator Plummer F.Jonés,Jr.,Clerk. Teb.11,1953 At a meeting of the session at 10:50 A.M.on April 5,1953, the moderator presided and opened the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,T.0.Morrison,Albert White,Frank Deaton,Albert White,John Kinmons,Haskell Mills,Sam Gaither,Hubert Brown,Albert Cooper,Plummer Jones,and Charles Washington --Dr.J.L.Pressly. The session met and adjourned by agreement to the morning service to receive in membership those of the communicants! class who desired to unite at this time with the church. At the service the following came forward and were received into membership: Jeannie Ashburn,David Gene Hedrick,Mickey Holton,John Stenhouse Kimmons,Larry Moxley King,Dudley Mizell, Mary Ann Nicholson,Jeffrey Darryl Rumple,Sherry Lane Shook, Sarah Anne Stilwell,Danny Waugh,and Robert Whitten Yount. The meeting adjourned with prayer by the moderator. R.Js Marshburn,Moderator a Minin.io a Plummer F.Jokés,Jr.,Clerk April 5,1953 (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and prompt,it has little value.) Statistical Report To Synod READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and printed before Synod and should therefore be mailed on or befere Monday after the first Sabbath of April.))oe (3)One copy to Rev.T.B.McBride,Anderson,8.C. One copy to your Presbytery. Keep one on file. (4)Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1, 19 £2,through March 31,19.93 Ce Make your report ffdollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already includedin the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. anenenesa ————-=a Name of Cuareh otto A.R.{a >taveer 2-t.GNameofMinisterorClerk.Ke hand 7 LN thee “Postoffice.........aStoferr ‘59 EZTotalmembership-..S46ao Number of active members 12 Tithers:(1)No.|b 0.;(2)What per cent of members el Z <1. Family altars:(1)No.10.;(2)What per cent of No.of families ~1% Accessions:st i By Profession A-2 By Certificate 2.\¢~Reinstatement Total ~ Losses:kale otByDeath_1‘/_By Certificate_|‘T ByRemoval fron Roll_|.O.Total Baptisms: Adults -osa _Infants__..|suse h OtAl Assessed or Promised dies E a seca Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes) Orphanage Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other local causes Sabbath Schoois— 1.Number of Pupils Enrolled 2.Number in Home Department 38.Number in Cradle Roll 4.Collection for the Year Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled Collection for the Year Young People’s Christian Union—2 0 Number of Members...4 Collection for the Year Intermediates—iC Number of Members :I § Collection for the Year Junior Christian Union—; Number of Members 3 7 Collection for the Year Add for amount (Observe carefully note 6.)Deduct any amount paid to budget by auxiliaries M NET TOTAL (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in con- gregation)AVERAGE PER CAPITA Value Church Property $120,evo.Insured at Value Parsonage Property $2.0000 Insured at PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,Andereson,S.C., just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. i mu At a called meeting of the session at 8:15 P.M.,a prayer by Frank Deaton opened the meeting. Present:The moderator,H.Mills,H.Brown,T.0.Morrison, S,Gaither,F.Deaton,A.Cooper,A.White,C.Washington,and P.Jones. The resignation of Miss Kruis as temporary director of religious education was accepted. Call for a congregational meeting on May 4,1954 was approved to vote on the matter of plans for a new building.Alternative questtons to be voted on are: 10 Shall we rescind previuus action of the congregation which approved a remodeling plan? 2)Shall we uphold the previous action of the congregation? 3)If alternative number “1"is voted,shall we accept the"Hutchins"plan--(by architect Tom Hutchins)? Also to be presented to the congregation was the 1953-5) budget. Report was made that letter of Miss Harriette Edwards had been sent to Richland A.R.P.Church. Meeting was closed with prayer by the moderator. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator <ah Gi NON Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk April 22,1953 At a called meeting at 10:5 A.M.the moderator presided, opening and closing the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,A.Cooper,C.Washington,F.Deaton, H.Brown,A.White,T.O.Morrison,H.Mills,S.Gaither,and P.Jonese Members received on profession were Jeffrey Rumple(previuuslylistedonApr.5)and Imogene DeVane. Infant baptism for Elizabeth Ann Ferber,daughter of Charles and Mrs.Ferber was held at morning service. A meeting was called for Apr.29 at 8:15 P.M. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator April 26,1953 Plummer F.Jones,’Jr.,Clerk At a meeting at 8:15 P.M.the moderator presided,opening and closing the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,C.Washington,A.White,F.Deaton, Je Kimmons,He Mills,T.O.Morrison,S.Gaither,Dr.J.L.Pressly,and H.Brown. Accepted as members: Mrs.Garrett Alderfer Mre and Mrs.Paul Reavis Prayer meeting for May 6,19543 will not be held as Mr. Marshburn will hold meeting that night at Pressly Memorial Churche Motion made and passed that a twoethirds majority be obtained before the Hutchins plan for the new building be adopted. Re de Marshburn,Moderator Plc *Qpnse so ' Plummer F.nes,Jr.,Clerk April 29,1953 At a meeting at 10:45 the moderator opened with prayer and presided. Present:lhe moderator,A.Cooper,S.Gaither,A.White, W.Sample,H.Brown,T.O.Morrison,C.Washington,P.Jones. Received as a member -=-Bob Earnhardt. Meeting adjourned until the congregational meeting after the morning serviceée Result of vote:The prior action of congregation was rescinded, and a new building was approved. The “Hutchins"plan failed to receive the necessary two-thirds majority and was not adopted. The meeting adjourned with prayer. R.Je Marshburn,Moderator A>>.Plummer F,Jones,Jr.,Ulerk May 3,1953 Note:A special meeting for the week of May 10 -17 was heldbyDr.Manford Gutzke.Services were held each week day at7:00 A.M.and 7:30 P.M.whth a special prayer service pre#ceding. New members received: Jimmy Troutman Mrs.Sid Sample Albert Eidson Letter granted:Mr.and Mrs.Jasper HoldertoRace St.MeE.Church At the regular meeting at 8:15 P.M.the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,A.Cooper,Dr.J.L.Pressly,T.0.MorrisonC.Washington,H.Brown,J.Kimmons,P.Jones,S.Gaither. It was voted to have a congregational meeting in September toelectabuildingcommission,with authority as granted bycongregation,to carry out details of construction The pastor was granted permission to conduct meetings inTennesseeandatCentennial(Columbia)in Sept.and November. Dr.Beaty was announced as the supply pastor for July duringthepastor's vacation. R.J.Marshburn,Moderator oO We.>:ons,.Plummer F.J 8S,Jr.e,ClerkJune17,1953. Letter Granted:Mrs.Mary Anna Ramsey (Leitze)to Covington,Ga. At the regular meeting at 8:15 P.M.The moderator presided andclosedwithprayer.Opening prayer was by Hubert Brown. Present:The Moderator,A.Cooper,H.Mills,H.Brown,C.Washington,J.Kimmons,A.White,F.Deaton,Dr.J.L.Pressly,P.Jones. The Rev.Frank Pressly will conduct our Mission conference this fall. Call issued for congregational meeting Sept 20,1953 to"Elect a commission to consist of 12 members of the con-gregation,empowered to select plans for a new building,and toorderitserection", R.J-Marshburn,Moderator co ci CA.PLateee :erg.Clerk At a called meeting at 10:5 A.M.The moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer.; Present:The Moderator,T.O.Morrison,W.A.Sample,F.Deaton, Ae Cooper,H.Mills,A.White,and P.Jones. Letter was granted to Mr.A.M.Brawley to the First Presbyterian Churche Meeting was adjourned to the congregational meeting whege nominations were made for the building commission,and meeting there was adjourned to Sept.27 for a vote, Sept 20,1953 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator >.,,;Plummer F.Jones,Jre,Clerk At a called meeting at 10:50 A.M.the moderator presided and opened and closed the meeting with prayer. Present:The moderator,J.Kimmons,A.White,T.0O.Morrison, H.Mills,S.Gaither,P.Jones,and F.Deaton. Received as members:James Moore and Bill Moore,sons of Ed f Moore. Letter to :Dorothy Shoemaker=Mt.Hermon Lutheran. It was moved to hold another congregational meeting to select another method of electing the Building Commission. The method selected was to take the 2);high of those re-nombnated, place on a ballot,and select the 12 high as members.Vote is to be held Oct.18,with nominations on Oct ll. Sept.27,1953 Re.Je Marshburn,Moderator Plummer F,nes,Jz,Clerk At a called meeting at 6:15 P.M.the moderator preside and opened with prayer;closing prayer was by John Kimmons,. Present:The moderator,T.0.Morrison,A.Cooper,H.Mills, He Brown,C.Washington,J.Kimmons,S.Gaither,F.Deaton,P.Jones. Letters Granted:David Morrison Mrs.PhyllisHodgson(Ognavich) Method of election of building commission as outlined by congregation on Sept 27 is approved formally. Re.Je Marshburn,Moderator .(Omen.X om Soh :Plummer F.Jorfes,Jr.,Clerk BY-LAWS FOR TMS BUILDING COMMISSION OF THEFIRSTA.R.P.CHURCH},STATBSVILLE,N.C. I.The Commission,elected by the congregation to select plansforanewchurchandtoorderitserection,accepts thatresponsibility. 2 The commission accepts e#resolution Of both the Board ofDeaconsandtheSession,which prohibits beginning ofconstructionuntilone-half ofthe estimated cost shall beonhand. 5.Seven(7)of the twelve members of the commission shallconstituteaquorum. 4.Officera of the commission elected for an indefinite tenureOfofficeshallbe:Chairman,Vice-Chairman,and Secretary. 5.Sub-committees which shall be necessary to facilitate theworkofthecommissionshallbeappointedbythechairman. 6-The pastor of the Church shall be an ex-offico member ofthecommission. 7e The commission shall consider at all times suggestions fromthecongregation,provided they are in writing,and arepresentedthroughthechairmanorsecretary.8.The commission shall not present any basic plan for a newbuilgingtothecongregation,nor recommend such a Plan,ifmorethantwomembersofthecommissionopposetheplan. At a congregational meeting October 18,1953: The following were elected to the building commission: Hubert Brown Re C.Bryson Je Re Cashion Frank Deaton Sam Gaither Plummer Jones Bob Kestler V.E.Lackey D.L.Presslyeee=Ce Wi.eee Julian scat Ib $463 oe SESESE esese ete te SC ETE 56SE WMEese eee TES At a called meeting at 10:50 A.M.The moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,A.Cooper,A.White,H.Brown,H.Mills, and P.Jones. Keceived as members:Mr.and Mrs.William Moore Miss Katherine Alexander Earl Kuykendall,Jr. Nove L,1953 Re.Je MAYORDUSH,meneretoe Pawhier F.Jonés,_S Clerk At a meeting January 13,195)at 8:05 P.M.the clerk presided.The meeting was opened and closed with prayer. +t was voted to hold the election for elders (),)on January 2),195.Nominations to be made by the session and additionalnominationsbythecongregation,allowing one week before theelection. Elders retiring are:A.Cooper (filling vacancy of A.E.Welborn) A.White S.Gaither W.Sample Teter Q .jun ol Jane 143,195 Plummer F.JOnes,Jre,Clerk Elders elected to 6 year term expiring Mar.30,1960 were: Ve E.Lackey Eugene Little Dr.De.Le.Pressly Robert T.Reavis At the regular meeting at 8:20 P.M.the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,and members of the old and new boards as follows: C.Washington,A.White,He Mills,H.Brown,F.Deaton, J»Kimmons,P.Jones,T.0O.Morrison,Eugene Little,Bob Reavis, Dr.JeLePressly,Dr.D.L.Pressly,and A.Cooper. Received into membership: Mavis Thompson Mr.and Mrs.Ed Harrington Mrse John Montgomery Mrs.John Little The meeting of the pastor at Tampa,Fla.the last week of February was approved. Miss Dorothy Dagenhart,on leave from Pakistan,will conducttheserviceonthemorningofFeb.28,195). It was voted to present the nominees for the vacancy of 6 deacons in the same manner as was done for the elders and to encourage further nominations from the floor.FinalelectionwastobeheldMarch7,195l. Feb.10,195)R.J.Marshburn,Moderator “ge |Comer,Sr Plummer F.Jonés,Jr.,Clerk Deacons elected on March 7,195)for term expiring Mar 30,1960: Paul Ashburn Lee Brown John Kerr Bernard Kunkle Robert Little Harold Morrison Seseiese Tedbsetedese Jee Members who retired are: Robert Keavis John Hendren R.B.Kestler,Jr. De Le Pressly Wesley Shell Roscoe Stilwell ‘Examined &Approved By The First Presbytery fokpr (Do not trust the making and mailing of this report to some one else.Unless full,accurate,and prompt,it has little value.) Statistical Report To Synod READ CAREFULLY EACH OF THESE NOTES (1)Please fill each space below.Do not fail to add for totals and divide for average.If these are left blank the printed report will do injustice to your congregation and to the Synod. (2)These reports should be tabulated and printed before Synod and should therefore be mailed on or before Monday after the first Sabbath of April. (3)One copy ae T.B.McBride,507 Boulevard,Ander-son,S.C. One copy to your Presbytery.Keep one on file. ¥Report on all items for Synodical year from April 1,1953,through March 31,19 5¢.. (5)Make your report in dollars.Do not give the cents. (6)If any contributions by the Societies have been already included in the Budget,deduct these contributions from Total Paid in order that they may not be counted twice. Name of Church...?ina Steatery tle o hot Q : Postoffice Total membership... Number of active members.442. Tithers:(1)No...19G@ is a ;(2)What per cent of members.____-3a -% Family altars:(1)No...|\A;(2)What per cent of No.of families Slo% Accessions: By Profession ZS By Corts oe Reinstatement Losses: By Death By Certificate tf By Removal from Roll Baptisms: Adults gs Eis hcasaeliac Infants?/f ociisiebaenacn Total______.}ih thie ‘ Assessed or Promised Totleleseealeneeneameeioed Scatrsat I i Total of Synod’s Budget (See Minutes)...|}...4)&ON sd OOD Orphanage Total to other causes of Synod Total contributed this year to all other local causes (Building Funds,Repairs, RUIN,TOF ices icc neice Sabbath Schools—1.Number of Pupils Enrolled...a 2.Number in Home Department ce 3,Number in Cradle Roll...»PO 4.Collection for the Year Ladies’Society— Number of Members Enrolled.JES de Collection for the Year Young People’s Christian Union— Number of Members.2 oe er=waa . Collection for the Year Intermediates— Number of Members...WM ose ics ae Collection for the Year Junior Christian Union— Number of Members 4 soi 26 sees slit Collection for the Year Add for amount... (Observe carefully note 6 above)Deduct any amount paid to budget by auxiliaries NET TOTAL... (Divide Total Paid by number of active members in congrega- tion)AVERAGE PER CAPITA Value Church Property $__|AO,000 Insured at |i$INT,S00. Value Manse Property $20,000 Insured at \b,e0e0 PLEASE FILL IN EACH BLANK.Return to T.B.McBride,507 Boulevard, Anderson,8S.C.,just one copy,send one to Clerk of your Presbytery and keep one on file. MAKE YOUR REPORT FROM RECORD.COUNT,DO NOT GUESS. ARP 2M--1-}4 rn .) CONGREGATIONAL REPORT .“Marck 3\>(9S a to the A ;nt Presbytery in session at Nona).Stan binng THE PASTOR Name of pastor.Kobead 2.Marah be ee Address Amount of time employed?Fabel.Sia Character of Preaching—Doctrinal,Evangelistic,Practical?(Indicate by underscoring.)Is he faithful in Pastoral Work?rn THE ELDERS Number of Elders_.[2—__.Names of Elders dismissed. Names of elders removed by Death:“nN On ae Elders reinstalled from retired list:__._.__..N¥.@*“ Does each Elder have a District?At What per cent visit systematically their District?%;Attend Prayer Meeting?6 School?LOO %;Are Tithers?..75 _% Did an Elder attend Fall Presbytery?i Spring Presbytery?ne ;Syned?_fee. THE DEACONS Number of Deacons Ja...ne ©00a Pr I a Names of Deacons removed by death:4 f Wee Rectpbniiadndibcsskec a meme as ;bil actus anu Names of Deacons ordained:....{Fou A AAAS en pPien Gaam,Opler.Yeaan,Berran.ae Deaconsreinsiated—tsom-wretined—tlist:ea, Do Deacons encourage the people to practice Scriptural principles of Stewardship?_....ee.sasleradibeesiailpice: Was the total salary received adequate to enable the Pastor to render his most efficient service?..._W224.‘2 When was salary paid?Monthly?._G2o Quarterly?.What per cent of the Deacons tithe?.$Q % Attend Prayer meeting?—....ze -.......-...--Jo;Are members of the S.S.?ies, THE AUXILIARY ORGANIZATIONS Have You:A Sabbath School?S422...A Prayer Meeting?.A Ladies’Society?He A Y.P. C.Union?9 An Intermediate Union...a....A Junior Union?_...yam .A Men’s Organization other than Bible Class?‘ THE PEOPLE Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?:.Has there been any special evan- gelistic effort since last report?eben ....What per cent of the membership attend public worship?%o What per cent of adult members belong to S.S.?.......Yo;of Children attend public worship ?...%;Is Sab- bath observance poor,fair,good,excellent?;....Do parents keep their vows to train their children? What per cent of homes have family worship?(Count,do not guess)%;Are the people growing in the spirit and practice of Stewardship?aliesatiaanircecmtanitsteancractanetnmess Wee DEL Sent Of Tihere pave out % Is drinking on the increase in the Community?Nae :-Is feeling between people and pastor cordial? Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work?-What per cent of the membership attend Communion?%;Do you makea roll of those in attendance? Is a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves? Is the Church making an earnest effort to reach the unsaved?-When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle?ed sas Are you willing to have your Synodical Apportionment increased?Meo *soit._.»Have you increased Pastor’s Salary within past five years?4Y¥@O.......Ten years? How many from your congregation are attending College or University?.How many Erskine College?soigaiietacai .How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer? Were all the orders of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed ?.;....Were your contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly ?....Quarterly?;.Did you have a deficit last year? How much?$.............Do you need a supplement? Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation? REMARKS: ARP 1M—1-64 163 At the regular meeting at 8:15 P.M.the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:lhe moderator,Brown,Morrison,Little,Reavis,J.L.Pressly, Deaton,D.L.Pressly,Kimmons,Washington,Cooper,Mills,and Jones. The following Motions passed: 1.Pastor authorized to have a seminary student as assissant for summer. 2.Received on letter:lirs.Albert White from The J4utheran Church of the Redeemer,Newberry,S.C.and Mr.G.A.Stuart from Marven M.E.Church 4.Dismissed by letter:David A.Garrison to Augsburg Lutheran Church at Winston-Salem,N.C. lh.Pastor and Plummer Jones were chosen to attend Spring Presbytery at ‘ew Sterling Church. 5.Annual Sudget to be presented to congregation April l; installation of new elders and deacons to be held April ll. 6.It was decided that separate treasurers be continued for the regular church funds and the building funds. Mar.24,1954 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator FR.a “>‘i Ov.J On)‘ Plummer F’.Jones,Jr.,Clerk At a special meeting held at 10:30 A.M.on baster Morning,the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Cooper,Washington,Beaton,Reavis,Little Mills,Morrison,Jones,Lackey,Brown. Received by letter from bethlehem M.E.Church:Hazel Shaver. Received by Profession:Mary Margaret Hamilton,Jack Kenneth: Templeton,Plummer F.Jones,III,Billy Freeze Deal,Robert Michael Reavis,Barbara Miller,David L.Pressly,Jr.,Martha Shell, Barbara Morrison,Emma Bryson,Katherine Jowers,Rachel Ann Jowers, Helen Jenkins. Apr.18,1954 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator a OC»\Goner 7n@s;ry Clerk.~~>Plummer F.Jo At the regular meeting held 10:40 A.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Washington,Veaton,Morrison,Mills,Cooper, D.L.Pressly,Lackey,Little,Jones,Brown,Reavis,J.L.Pressly. Received on Profession:Tommy brown Eugene Grier,to graduate from seminary this year,and son of The Reverend Joe Grier,will be here for the summer to assist the pastor and fillin during his vacation. Installation of officers deferred to May e. Apr.25,195)R.J.Marshaurn,Moderator OG sium,%5PlummerF.Jéhes,Jr.,Clerk At a called meeting at 8:15 P.M.the moderator presided and opened with prayer;John Kimmons closed with prayer.All members present. Miss June Morrison will substitute for Mrs.Alderfer as acting D.RE. for one week of vagation. Eugene Grier's salary recommended to board of deacons. Mr.Marshburn to hold a service at Eufola Tabernacle,which has been organized by Mr,Charles Hartness. R.J.Marsh burn,ModeratorApr.28,195 9.“PQ,7 Sew Plummer F.J es,Jr.e,Clerk At a called meeting at 10:40,the moderator er and Vernon Lackey offered the opening prayer. Present:The moderator,Little,Morrison,Reavis,Lackey,Deaton, Jones,Brown,Kimmons. Spring communion set for May 16. Memorial plaque to Bobby Cashion,son of Mr.and Mrs.J.R.Cashion, approved.He was killed in the Korean war. The moderator closed with prayer. May 9,1954 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator APlamen _F»hoPlummerF.eles Clerk At the regular meeting at 10:40 A.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,»Brown,Lackey,Little,Morrison,J.L.Pressly Mills,Reavis,Deaton,Jones. Received by letter:Mrs.Maggie Millsaps from New amity church. Received by profession:Miss Rachel Millsaps. Letter Granted:Mrs.Martha Kennerly to First Presbyterian Church. June 6,195i R.J.Marshburn,moderator wiciaae 7,oa)IP eo,Clerk At a called meeting at 10:45 A.M.,the moderator presided,opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Little,Brown,Lackey,Reavis,Jones, Deaton,J.L.Pressly. Received on profession:Julia Anne Morrison,daughter of Wiiliam Morrison. June 13,1954 Re.as =Moderator gePlummer F'.2 Clerk At a regular meeting(moved up from July)held at 6:20 P.M.,the moderator presided and opened with prayer. Present:The moderator,Washington,Lackey,Brown,Reavis, J.L.Pressly,Jones,Kimmons. Either 8 or 10 union services for the summer savbath nights approved;the pastor to use his discretion. General statement of the principles of Christianity with regard to the races approved. Pastor's absence from October 10-15 to hold meeting at United Presbyterian church in Ohig gpproved. Meeting closed with prayer by R.Reavise June 16,195)R.J.Marshburn,Moderator Plane ge FG?Clerk At a called meeting at 8:40 P.M.the moderator presided opening and closing with prayer. Present:All except Plummer Jones. Mr.Eugene Grier,assistant pastor for the summer,intrbduced. Prayer meeting for July 1h.to be conducted by Elders Little, Morrison,and Lackey. July 6,1954 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator 4 prea (OrPlummerF.Jonesy Jr.,Clerk At a called meeting at 10:45 A.M.,the moderator presided opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Deaton,Little,Lackey,Morrison,Jones. Received by letter:Mrs.Martha Brady on letter from Boulevard M.E.Church. Aug.8,1954 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator t Tn:>.Jom re,ClerkPlummerF..Joftés, At a regular Meeting at 8:25 P.M.,the moderator presided,opening with prayer. Present:The moderator,Deaton,Little,Millis,Brown,Washington, Morrison,Lackey,J.L.Pressly,D.L.Pressly,Re.vis,Kimmons, JONES. Received by letter:Mrs.Charles Davidson from Bethlehem M.E.Church at Claremont. Fall communion set for Oct.4 and October designated as church loyalty month. Shirley Sellers,assistant director of Youth Education for the Synod,invited to work from our church. Elders Deaton,Brown,and Morrison to nominate New Ljfe Committee for the coming year. Sep.1,1954 R.J.Marshburn,ModeratorPlena#:Clones)Sh -Plummer F.Jone@,Jf<,Clerk At a special meeting at 8:25 P.M.,the moderator presided and Frank Deaton opened with prayer. Present:The moderator,Morrison,Brown,Washington,Kimmons, Little,J.L.Pressly,D.L.Pressly,Lackey,Mills,Deaton,Jones, Reavis. Robert T.Reavis appointed Superintendent of the Savbdath School, with Hubert Brown to assist for three months,and then for Flake Jenkins to take over as assistant. Members of new life committee appointed:Moffatt Brown,Mrs.W.E.Waugh Joy Little,Mrs.V.E.Lackey,Harold Morrison,Wade Watt,R.B. Wood,Eugene Little,Miss Lila White. The moderator closed with prayer. Sep.15,195)R.J.Marshburn,Moderator ”Rita 2 Qo QW Piummer F.Jones,Jr.e,Ulerk At a regular Meeting held at 8:15 P.M.the moderator presided, Opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,D.L.Pressly,Kimmons,Mills,J.L.Pressly, Washington,Morrison,Brown,Reavis,Little,Lackey,Jones,Deaton. Received by letter:Vivian Karnhardt,Mr.and Mrs.Ben Harris. Letters Granted:Mr.and Mrs.E.O.Winecoff,Jr to Lutheran Church at Proutmans Mr.and Mrs.R.R.Smithwick to Broad St.M.E.Church. Oct.27,1954 LOsmon>Qoasef\» At a regular meeting held at 8:25 P.M.the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer, Present:The moderator,Morrison,Little,Mills,D.L.Pressly, Reavis,Lackey,J.L.Pressly,Kimmons,Jones. The following names were restored to the church roll,having been dropped through error:Mr.and Mrs.S.B.Johnson,Fred Burgess, Mr.and Mrs.E.E.Ayres,Robert Davidson,and Mrs.E.P.Queen. Action on a resolution concerning tithing was deferred. Jane ye 1955 ae R.Je Marshburn,Moderator acct,Si.Menten DNPlumesPF.oto EO rex At a regular meeting of the session held at 6:30 P.M.,Charles Washington opened with prayer;the moderator presided and closed with prayer. Present:The moderator,Mills,Little,D.L.Pressly,Reavis, Brown,Morrison,Kimmons,Jones,Washington,Lackey. Letters Granted:Mr.and Mrs.Richard Jenkins to New Salem M.E. Church. Restored to roll by way of correction:Henry F.Moore and Mrs. W.D.Isenhour. Pastor to hold meeting week of Feb.27 at Tampa,Fla;The Rev. B.L.Hamilton to hold service in his absence. Feb.2,1955 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk At a called meeting held at 10:);0 A.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Deaton,Mills,Little,Morrison, Washington,Jones,Lackey. Received:Mrs.Frank Mills,Jr.,by letter and Mrs.Mabel P. Dale at her own request. Feb.20,1955 R.Je Marshburn,Moderator e ryaetnaShiai: Plummer F.Fénes,Jr.,Clerk At a called meeting held at 10:5 A.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Deaton,Little,Morrison,Mills,Jones.>3 3 >’ Elder V.E.Lackey was chosen delegate to the spring meeting of presbytery. Mar 27,1955 Re Je Marshburn,Moderator a intr,9 onsa \ch. Plummer F.Jonés,I,Clerk CONGREGATIONAL REPORT Church for year ended.Yared 31,1/955 to the Deeeorceee 1s SOGMON Bh ae THE PASTOR Name of Pastor Roba q .Meaneihurn Address.Stotirahhe ,Af.@ + Amount of time employed?4 Character of Preaching—Doctrinal,Evangelistic,Practical?(Indicate by underscoring.)Is he faithful in Pastoral Work?_...%¢S.0.is THE ELDERS Number of Elders......|a ba Names of Elders dismissed Names of elders removed by Death: Names of Elders Ordained: Names of transferred Elders inseatiea:Anil,Ce Does each Elder have a District?No._.: What per cent visit systematically their District?...........%;Attend Prayer Meeting?Te.es Are members of the Sabbath School?...\OO %;Are Tithers?...$3..% Did an Elder attend Fall Presbytery?GP..Spring Presbytery?A.ae THE DEACONS Number of ten.2.Names of Deacons dismissed:.......7tarokee&MNovitem .~trensfevria Do you followMke rotary system ?_..______! Names of Deacons retired by rotary system:/YOme. Names of Deacons removed by death:__. Names of Deacons ordained:__. Names of transferred Deacons installed: Deacons reinstalled from retired list:bist aca piaieasieere nee taaes Do Deacons encourage the people to practice Scriptural principles of Stewardship? Was the total salary received adequate to enable the Pastor to render his most efficient service?Dionne eiee cs i When was salary paid?Monthly?..t42@-4....Quarterly?.What per cent of the Deacons tithe?sé Attend Prayer meeting?baz Jo}Are members of the S.S.?.........JOO 9% THE AUXILIARY ORGANIZATIONS Have You:A Sabbath School?___!Ak Q..A Prayer Meeting?yea .A Ladies’Society?ao AY.P. C.Union?\A2_,=An Intermediate Union...yee .A Junior Union?_\4 @4...A Men’s Organization other than Bible Class?_...laa.esijitctacaei ccaestalmcseddOC THE PEOPLE Is there evidence of spiritual growth in the membership?....Has there been any special evan- gelistic effort since last report?_..-What per cent of the membership attend public worship?% What per cent of adult members belong to S.S.?%;of Children attend public worship?%;Is Sab- bath observance poor,fair,good,excellent?_;;....Do parents keep their vows to train their children? What per cent of homes have family worship?(Count,do not guess)%;Are the people growing in the spirit and practice of Stewardship?hake nececnneeenensnees-nueeeeneeeeeee-eeeee What per cent of Tithers have you?% Is drinking on the increase in the Community?..‘ida .Is feeling between people and pastor cordial? Do the people cooperate with Pastor and Officers in their work?.What per cent of the membership attend Communion?%;Do you make a roll of those in attendance? Is a serious effort made to revive those who habitually absent themselves? Is the Church making an earnest effort to reach the unsaved?-When members remove is notice given the Church in whose bounds they settle?:rahe tai Are you willing to have your Synodical Apportionment increased”?No a6 5 .Have you increased Pastor’s Salary within past five years?a sittin aaheeslailibboubaanriainapipae:aa:Seen7 How many from your congregation are attending College or University?.How many Erskine College?ivssaas .How many attended Bonclarken Conference last summer? Were all the orders of your Presbytery and of Synod obeyed?j .Were your contributions to Synod’s Budget paid monthly ?_...Quarterly ?.Did you havea deficit last year? How much?$___.-Do you need a supplement? Was this report read to and adopted by the congregation?__. REMARKS:KK Requscd eo made that +o agers l Cow phere waveletasinCatvshertnien ot "Toco.siacecineniinse eileTiaici gestae ce SatOA.Nar Sama ARP 1M—1-54 — ’/veIREDELL COUNTY TO THE CONGREGATION OF FIRST ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA: We,the undersigned trustees of the First Associate Reformed Presby- terian Church of Statesville,North Carolina,upon legal advice,deem it necessary and expedient that the vacant lot north of theeducational building be barricaded for a period of thirty (30)days and not be used as a parking lot or for other purposes without the permission of our Church, This is done to prevent the adverse use of this property as an alleyway and parking lot by the public in general so that the ownership and rights to the property by our Church cannot be questioned and that the public generally cannot acquire any rights to the said land adversely to the said Church, This the 3lst day of March,1955. EAL) Baek Kealan,(SEAL) (SEAL) etheWEATHER—Fair anda littlewarmertoday.Widely scatteredshowerslikelyinwestportiontonight.Saturday partly cloudyandmildwithwidelyscatteredshowerslikely.Local tempera-tures:High 69,low 38. cause earthquakes. April Fool Wire $tuns Tourist Miss Majorie Street resident Schell,Walnut and employe ofIredellKnittingcompany,was ready to unpack her bags and cancel a seven-week trip to Eur- ope this mornir until the calen- dar came to her rescue. Miss Schell telephoned the cord &Landmark _shortly the editorial staff arrived, ing if war had_broken something She wi getting ready for New York here he acheduled board the Elizabeth,len a telegram a monke into her The wire e ved here early this m<«“w,said,“Please be advised European trip cancelled because of passport difficulties. Letyer follow ‘The telegram was ar}f R gh.”’ Re- after inquir-out or leave was Queen threw plans. to signed ‘De- evi te]wun eujusoW—w 6 90:Ttfoouogsupung—'m »0:01401st494)a 4 aan HONDHOD LSIGOHLAW —O— a second | | Pul and Industrial Regie STATECORD VOL.N.Cc,FRIDAY,APRIL1,1955 “jewer Shichy,.wor onnfromthesellersof.‘the jewels,and this case is no exception.Ifthesmugglershadbeentaking PLANE,the phrasing would have been FROM Amsterdam and notATAmsterdam,Actually,since they bought the jewels on Friday and arrived on Saturday they didtravelbyplane,but they mayhavecrossedtheChannelandflownfromEngland.The ¢us- toms men would have covered ‘all incoming flights. PROBABLY RINGS (that’sfairlyobvious)with FIREOPALS.FIRE OPALS are valu-able girasols which give out fire-like reflections,and this is moretothepointthanFINEOPALS (which might be taken for granted as they are worth the risk of smuggling)or FIVEOPALS—the informant might/ not have known how many stong es were involved but the chancesarethatthereweremanymorethanFIVE. SMUGGLER--WtEE ARRIVE:stSATURDAYINCAST.Yes,iffaplasterCASTthatisthesmuk- gling trick mentioned in theintroduction,There is plentyofevidenceofthisideafartheroninthenote.TROUPE TO BEMETRYFENCE,tha Inct lattaw Giqsiom Buruesq-om @ NetGtysi0omB8uimmiow-w eR nn tl {pms araiq-m e on ol UIW ‘aAOT ren tey ween nrir Ars ie + .Brown,Soil Coane ttnser- vice:I.E.Johnson.city commis-sioner;Frank L.FitzSimons,Sr.,banker and farmer:Frank L. FitzSimons,Jr.,farmer and vo- cational agriculture teacher: Dave Cooley,manager,Chamber of Commerce:J.S.Bruce,Grange master:EF E.McBride,chair- man,board of county cormis- sioners;D.W.Bennett,farm agent;Jiges Beddingford,fchair- man,soil conservation djstrict; and J.P.Rain,Jr.,managing edi- tor,Hendersonville Timeg-News. They represent a rather potent gsoup from a progressive county. We hope they wera not disap-Pointed by what they say-brivnInTredell‘ ROAD CLOSED The alleywaybehindtheeducationalbuild- ing of First ARP church hasbeenbarricadedandcannothe used except by permission of the church for a period of 30 days. This does not mean that the church is trying to keep you away.It is simply a maneuver required by law to prevent theprivatedrivewayfrombecomingpublic. HE ai‘{i olfLf‘Ma NORTH CAROLINA IREDELL COUNTY TO THE CONGREGATION OF FIRST ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF STATESVILE.L,NORTH CAROLINA: We,the undersigned trustees of the First Associate Reformed Presby- terian Church of Statesville,North Carolina,upon legal advice,deem it necessary and expedient that the vacant lot north of theeducational building be barricaded for a period of thirty (30)days and not be used as a parking lot or for other purposes without the permission of our Church, This is done to prevent the adverse use of this property as an alleyway and parking lot by the public in genera)so that the ownership and rights to the property by our Church cannot be questioned and that the public generally cannot acquire any rights to the said land adversely to the said Church. This the 3ist day of March,1955. esPR Oe (SEAL) yf L ZL eit ttZk (SEAL) At a regular meeting held at 10:40 A.M.,the moderator presided and opened with prayer. Present:The moderator,Morrison,Deaton,Washington,Mills,Lackey Jones,Little,Reavis,Brown,D.L.Pressly,Kimmons. Received on profession:Janet Stevenson,Wanda Davidson,Steven King,Pam Ritchie,Brenda Stewart,Louise Elliott,Ronald Burke, Jean Mundhenke,Ronnie Reavis,and Linda Holton,also Margaret Louise Browne Received by letter:Mr.and Mrs.Ballard Grant from Elk Shoals church.Meeting recessed until 3:00 P.M. Seminary student Bill Macaulay to be with us 8 weeks this summer, preaching during the pastor's vacation. Spring communion to be held April 2). Pastor authorized to employ a Director of Religious Education. Pastor to hold meeting at Memphis the last week of April. Letters granted:Wayne Stikeleather to New Salem amiR.C.Terry to St.Andrews Presby.Church at Charleston,S.C. Closing of lot by trustees according to enclosed resolution approved by the session. Apr.10,1955 R.Je Marshburn,Moderator pee~A ~fj ONL jdePlummerF.Jchés,ie:,Clerk At a regular meeting held at 6:20 P.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. Present:The moderator,Washington,Lackey,Brown,D.L.Pressly, Morrison,Mills,Reavis,Kimmons,Jones. Alphabetical scheme of appointing delegates to Presbytery,Synod, or authorized meetings thereof approved;if a prospective delegate passes his turn,he will have first chance at the next meeting. Delegate to June meeting of Synod passed down to Kimmons with Lackey as alternate. 10 (Ten)union services approved for Sabbath evening services during summer. Added to roll by way of correction:Herman Hodgson and Mrs.E.We Sigmon. Letters Granted:Mr.and Mrs.Harold Morrison to Washington,N.°@. Presbyterian Church;B.B.Davidson to S.River Baptist Church (letter not required);Louis Evans,Jr.to Sardis Presby.Church. May 25,1955 R.J.Marshburn,Moderator 6 Wancmer i onan ds Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Ulerk At a called meeting held at 7:l,0 P.M.,the clerk presided and closed with prayer.Robert Reavis opened with prayer. Present:Reavis,Kimmons,Lackey,Washington,Little,Brown,Jones, Deatone The pastor's vacation was extended one week if he desires to take the time. The following motion passed “The session of the First ARP Church goes on record as being opposed to any form of public disregard of the Lord's Day.This is a statement of a principle for which our church has always stood.'Remember the Sabbath Day to keep it holy?*,This motion followed discussion regarding the coming election which will attempt to legalize Sunday movies in Statesville. The opinion was almost unanimous that the above statement be read to our congregation,but that we make no statement to the press or enter the political field as a church groupe July 25,1955- R.J.Marshburn,Moderator RQummn Fenn,”Plummer F.Jones,gjr.,Clerk. At a regular meeting held at 7:00 P.M.,the moderator presided, opening and closing with prayer. mPresent:The moderator,Kimmons,Lackgy,Jones,Deaton. Letters Granted:Mrs.Edmona Little Parks to St.Johm's Lutheran Church;Spencer Johnson,Jr.to the Shelby M.E.Church. Voted to receive by letter:Mrs James Boyd,Mr.and Mrs.James POOVEYe Delegate to Fall Presbytery-Plummer Jones,Brown and Deaton having passede ‘ Session approves formal consent to deposit 410,000 of building fund money at Piedmont B&L,Winston Salem. Qc ec1995 R.J.Marshburn,moderator Plummer F.JOnes,gr.,Clerk deem 2,ones A | 171 At a meeting held at 10:30 A.M.,the moderator presided,opening and closingwithprayer. Present:The moderator,Lackey,Mills,Reavis,Little,Washington,J.L.PresslyBrown,“ones,Kimmons,D.L.Pressly,Morrison,and Deaton. A music committee was formed consisting of John Kimmons and Frank Deaton from thesession,with another member to be appointed by the deacons,and with the pastorasex-officio member, A Christian Education committee was elected,composed of the Supt.of the SabbathSchool,Assistant Supt.,head of the Women's work,John Kimmons,Mrs.Archie Bost,Mrs.Charles Washington,Mrs.Sarah Parker,Bernard Kunkle,with the Director ofChristianEducation(when appointed)and the pastor as members ex-officio. A New Life Movement Committee was formed consisting of:J.L.Pressly and V.E.Lackey as co-chairmen,Executive assistant,Roscoe Stilwell.#Three members aretobeelectedbytyewomen's work,Other Memebers:Bobby Little,R.B.Wood,AlbertRhyne,Mrs,Lee Brown,Douglas Pharr,and Rebecca Shell. Roy Davidson,Jr.,was granted a letter to the Greenville,S.C.Ist A.R.P.Church. Oct.27,1956 R,J.Marshhurn,moderator Mdina OV,%Plummer F,Jones;’Jr.,clerk At a meeting held at 10:30 A.M.with a quorum present,congregational meet ingcalledforDecember4,allowing the Building Commission to present plans for thenewchurch, Re J.Marsgburn,modergtor >.’:Piummer F,Jones Jr.,clerk At a regular meeting held at 8:20 P.M.,the moderator presided and closed withprayer;opening prayer was by Charles Washington,Present:The moderator,Lackey,Brown,Kimmons,Reavis,J.L.Pressly,Mills,Deaton,Little,D.L.Pressly,Jones,Washington. Method of election of elders decided upon:1.Nominations to be made by secretballotJanuary8.2,Each person to nominate not more than four.3.The eight highestaretobeplacedonawrittenballot,with the 4 highest of this group to beelectedJanuary15.th 4.A committee of J.L.Pressly,Lackey,Deaton,Mills,and Brown are to handle the election, Committee elected to interview Mrs.James Miller about position of D.C.E.Pastor,clerk of session,and chairman of Board of Deacnns. The following were appointed to as chairmen for our meeting(Jan.30,through Feb,5)conducted by the Rev.Heinsohn:Publicity~-Deaton;Music-—Kimmons;Entertainment-~Lackey. Communicants'class arranged starting January 15,Elder Reavis and Deacon Jenkinsincharge, Accepted on Re-affirmation of faith:Mr.and Mrs.Emil Henkel.Letter Granted:Mr,and Mrs,Laurence C,Sides to lst M.E.Church of National City,Calif. Pastor was granted permission to hold evangelistic meeting at Crowder's Creek beginning October 8,1956, Pastor's vacation granted for ]week during February and the balance as desired by pastor,due to building program. R.Je Marshburn,moderator is 9 QosigpPlummerF,Jones, January 4,1956 JEHHRAHRBEBEHEREBHHHEHEHHBHEHt Elders Elected: Paul Ashburn Albert White R.C.Bryson Julian WhiteIRBHBHEHHHHHHHEHHBHHEHHEHEEHE At a called joint meeting at 8:30 P.M.the moderator presided and opened with prayer. Present:8 elders and 10 deacons, Four names were given to each person present to visit in preparation for our evangelistic meeting. Meeting adjourned,and regular meeting of session resumed at this point. Present:The moderator,Brown,Deaton,Little,Washington,Lackey,Mills, Reavis,Jones, Received as members:By letter:Miss Grace Day,Mr.and Mrs Neil Moore, Tom Goodman.By restoration to roll:Mrs.C.H.Thomas, Elders appointed to take names of people who accept invitation at the meeting, and to accompany them to the pastor's stiidy: Monday --Mills,jones.Tuesday--Brown,Bryson Wednesday——Reavis,D.L.Peessly Thursday**Deaton,J.L.Pressly Friday--Little,Morrison Sabbath-—Albert White,Washington. Meeting adjourned after prayer.by Moderator. January 25,1956 R.J.Marshburn,moderator YOu»?Soren Plummer F.Jones,Jr.,Clerk At a called meeting at 10:45 A.M.,The moderator presided and closed with prayer. Present:Moderator,Brown,Little,Mills,Morrison,Jones,Bryson,Reavis. The following were received in membership:By profession:Sammy Laws,Penny Pressly,Margaret Marshburn,Billy Kimmons,Ronald Baer,Jimmy Poovey, Carolyn Davidson,Lou Allen Alexander,Present for formal reception(see above) Mr.and Mrs.Neil Moore,Miss Betty Fink,by letter,and Miss Grace Day. February 5,1956 ts de res moderator—rcwencen nh.ermer F.a >Ure,Clerk 1738 At a regular meeting of the session,former members of the session sitting in byinvitation,the pastor presided,and R.C.Bryson opened with prayer.Present fpom the present board:The moderator,Brown,Reavis,Bryson,Little,D.L.Pressly,Mills,Morrison,Lackey,Albert White,Kimmons,Jones,From former boards:W.C.Ramsey,J.R.Cashion,John D,Patterson,M.E.Ramsey,‘and A.E.Guy. The pastor welvomed all present,and expressed desire to have a similar meetingofalleldersabouttwiceayear. Mrs.Jane Miller reports that she is unable to accept her appointment as D.C.E.for about one year.Appointment is thus held open until about January 1957. Pastor receives permission to attend conferences of both Junior and IntermediatesatBonclarkenJune26-30,and July 2-6. Call issued for election of deacons beginning February 19.Following is procedure:1.Thirteen are to be selected,with the eight highest filling a sixsyear tern,and the next five the "short-term",thus making a regular retirement of §deaconseachtwoyears;2,Names are to be suggested orally by any one interested beforethesecretballotingbegins,in order that congregation may have sufficient names called to their attention, The pastor reports on the work of te church for the year just ending;he isencouragedbytheaccessionstomembership,deepening of spiritual feeling onthepartoftherankandfileofmembers,and by the success of the meetingconductedbytheRev.Jack Heinsohn. Definitions of the "Primary work of the church"were given by al]members presentandsummedupbythepastor.It was generally agreed that it is to strehgthenbelieversinthefaith,and that this strengbh might seek new believers. A prayer list of people whom we wish to lead closer to Christ was obtained, February 7,1956 R.J.Marshburn,moderator Plummer F.Jone Jr.erk 7 iden,&kJ OnMs 1 Cy . IBRBRMERBRRBBHBHBBREBHHERONRGARRHEAHHASHHHE Deacons Elected: For the Long Term (6 years) Fred Archer Moffett Brown Gene Hines Robert Kestler Sam Laws Douglas Pharr Albert Rhyne R.B.Wood For the short Term (4 years) Archie Bost Sam Gaither Ray Raymer Wesley Shell Roscoe Stilwell At a regular meeting at 8:20 P.M.the moderator presided,opening andclosingthemeetingwithprayer. Present:The moderator,Little,Mills,Bryson,Julian White,AlbertWhite,Morrison,Lackey,Brown,Ashburn,Deaton,Jones,Keavis,D.L.Pressly, Kimmons,. Received by letter:Mrs.Yack Heinsohn from Hickory Grove,S.C.andMr.and Mrs,Henry Ross Sigmon from Elk Shouals A.R.P.Church andSt.Paul's Lutheran Church respectively. The installation and ordination of elders and deacons is to be held at themorningserviceonMarch1l,1956. Pastor,as a director of the Peruvian Bible Mission,wid]go to DetroitMarch12, R.C.Bryson,whose 6 ~yearterm begins April 1,elected as Clerk of theSession, Vacancy on Music Committee to be filled by Albert White. Vacancy on Board of Christian Education to be filled by Paul Ashburn, Clerk to appoint elders to meet worshippers at doors each meeting. March 7,1956 Rd Marcha Marshburn,Moderator a eeummerF,ant»dee,“aN The regular mOnthly meeting of the Session was held April 4 at 8:30 P.M.,sonstituted with prayer by John Kimmons,with Rev.R.J.Marshburn and the following elders present:Eugene Little,Haskell Mills,Albert White,Robert Reavis,Vernon Lackey,David Pressly,John Kimmons,and Charles Washington. In absence of the Clerk,Charles Washington was appointed to record the minutes of the meeting. John kimmons was elected as delegate to the regular Spring Meeting of Presbytery,with Vernon to serve as alternate in event Mr.Kimmons whould be unable to attend. On motion of John Kimmons,seconded by Vernon Lackey,the following,having attended Communicants"Class,were accepted into full membership upon Brofession of Faith,to be received Sabbath,April 1,1956:Kay Crowson,Pressly Boyd, Melvin Keithe Brown,Lee Marlin,and Bokhby Wood. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. April 4,1956 R.C.Bryson,Clerk The regular monthly meeting of the Session was held May 2, 1956 at 8:15 P.M.,was opened with prayer by John Kimmons, with Rev.R.J.Marshburn and the following Elders present: Paul Ashburn,Charles Washington,Eugene Little,Haskell Mills,T.O.Morrison,V.E.Lackey,R.C.Bryson,John Kimmons,Robert Reavis and David Pressly. A letter from Miss June Morrison,now serving as Director of Religious Edecation,was read by the Moderator and re- ceived as information. Robert Reavis advised he had discussed with Mr.Harold Morrison in regard to serving as Assistant Supt.of the Sab- bath School.On Motion of John Kimmons,seconded by Charles Washington,Mr.Morrison was unanimously elected to serve as Assistant Supt. There was a thourough discussion of the work of the Ladies group in planning for reception of new members,both seeking necessary information concerning new members,and furnishing them necessary information concerning the work of the Church. On motion,the Pastor was authorized to appoint a committee to assist in preparing necessary forms for the furtherance of this work. Mr.and Mrs.Harold Morrison,and Miss Barbara Morrison, were received into membership by letter from Washington,N.C, Presbyterian Church. Mrs.B.J.Houpe was received by letter. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with A) Rs.Matshburn,Moderator erMay2,1956 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session held immediately preceding the Morning Service on May 6,1956,the Session was constituted with prayer by Rev.R.J.Marshburn with the following elders present:Haskell Mills,Julian White,Robert Reavis,Charles Washington,Eugene Little,T.O.Morrison and R.C.Bryson. After questions by the Moderator and upon due motion,Mrs. Jean Bowman was received upon Profession of Faith and Bap- tism.Mrs.Robert Little(Doris)was received on Profession of Faith. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. R.jJ.Marshburn,Moderator yson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session immediately preceding the Worship Service June 10,1956,the meeting was opened with prayer by Eugene Little with Rev.Marshburn and the follow- ing elders present:Julian White,Haskell Mills,Eugene Little, V.E,Lackey,Albert White,T.O.Morrison,Paul Ashburn, John Kimmons,and R.C.Bryson. On motion after questions and a statement by the Moderator, Dennis Gill Crowson and Franklin William Crowson were received into membership upon Profession of Faith. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rey.Marshburn./, R</J.Marshburn,Moderator V4 “ee June 10,1956 .C,“Bryson,Clerk The Session met Wednesday night,June 14,1956 at 8:15 P.M.,was constituted with prayer by T.O.Morrison,with R.J.Marshburn and the following Elders present:Albert White,T.O.Morrison,David L.Pressly,Eugene Little, Julian White,Robert Reavis,V.E.Lackey,John Kimmons, Paul Ashburn and R.C.Bryson. The Moderator discussed in detail the solicitation being sponsored by the Allied Church League on June 24 to secure signatures for a petition to secure a state-wide Referendum on Alcoholic Beverage Control.After discussion,Elders John Kimmons and Robert Reavis were electec to serve on a com- mittee to arrange participation of our church in the canvas. John Kimmons mover,and V.E,Lackey Seconded,that wark areas be established for the Elders.The motion prevailed and the Pastor was authorized to appoint a committee to designate such areas. John Kimmons,Chairman of the Music Committe,gave a report on the current situation regarding Choir work. At her request,Mrs.June Scroggs Parker'name was added to the roll,having previously been inactive,and the Clerk was authorized to grant a Letter of Dismissal to the church of her choice if requested to do so. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by R.J.Marshburn. itbhburn,Moderator June 14,1956 ‘.feryson,Clerk The Session met in called meeting immediately preceding the Morning service on July 29,1956 and was opened with prayer by V.E,Lackey.Rev.R.J,Marshburn and the following Elders were present:V.E.Lackey,Julian White,Albert White,Haskell Mills and R.C.Bryson. Upon request,Dr.and Mrs.Wayne C,Brady were granted Letters of Transfer to the Greenvilbe,S.C.A.R.Presby- terian Church. Mr.Eugene Little was appointed to arrange for the mid-week Prayer Service on August |inasmuch as the Pastor would be abbent at that time. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. urn,MOderator July 39,1956 R.C.Bfyson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately fol - lowing the Prayer Service on September 5,1956.Meeting was opened with prayer by Robert Reavis,with R.J.Marshburn and the fllowing Elders present:Paul Ashburn,Eugene Little, Albert White,Haskell Mills,V.E.Lackey,John Kimmons, Julian White,T.O.Morrison,Robert Reavis,David Pressly and R.C.Bryson. Announcement was made of the annual meeting of the Elders of the Churches in the First Presbytery to be held at Ebenezer Church on Thursday night,September 13.Eight of the Elders present indicated they would attend this meeting.if possible. On motion duly made,John Kimmons was authorized to extend at this meeting the invitation of our church to entertain this group at the 1957 meeting. John Kimmons was nominated and unanimously elected to serve as Chairman of the Committee on Christian Education,with the existing Committe,Composed of Mrs.Archie Bost,Mrs. David Pressly,Mrs.Robert Marshburn,Miss Joy Little,Mrs R.C.Bryson,with Miss Rachel Morrison,a new Member,to serve for another year, Mr.and Mrs.Paul Ashburn were elected to serve as Co-Chair- men of the New Life Committee,with the existing Committee Members to continue to serve for another year. The Moderator announced the following were to be received into membership on next Sabbath: Mr.and Mrs.Robert Young,from St.Johns Evangelical and Reford Church,Red Line,Pa. Mr.Lamar Deal From Gay's Chapel Baptist Church Statesville,N.C. Mrs.Lamar Deal upon Profession of Faith. Mrs.Don Sowers,Blvd.Methodist Church,Statesville Mrs.Clarenec R.McCurdy,Race Street Methodist Church,Statesville Mrs.James Rodgers,Myers Park Baptist Church, Charlotte,N.@. Mr.and Mrs.Wi lliam Johnson,Elk Shoals A.R.P. Church,Taylorsville,N.C, Mr.Caldwell. Ob motion,these membbrs were duly received. The Moderator announced Mrs.Jane Miller,previously approved as Director of Religious Education,would arrive about January 1. 1957.Mr.Julian White was elected to serve on Committee with the Moderator to make necessary arrangements in connection with her entering her work at that time,with a Deacon to be selected by the Board of Deacons to also serve on the committee,and one lady to be chosen by the other pases te pereerete the committee. The Session,on motion duly made and passed,authorized the Building Commission to designate a day for calling a Congee- gational meeting at the proper time to act on such recommendations as the Commission mi ght place before the Congregation in con- nection with the proposed building program,and to sonsider the transfer of restricted funds that might be used for the buding program if the congregation so desired. Mr.John Kimmons requested he be relieved of his duties as Chairman of the Sessions Committe on Music.The request was granted on due motion,and Mr.Albert White was unanimously elected to sere as Chairman of the Committee.The Board of Deacons was requested to select another member for this committee,the two members to elect a third representing the ladies group. Approval of the Session was granted the pastor to hold a series of Sepcial Services the week of September 11 at the Elk Shoals Church.Rev.Marshburn advised this would not intefere with Prayer Services on the 12th. Rev.Marshburn announced there would be an ''@pen House"at the Manse on the night of September 25. Mr.Jjohn Kimmons requested that he and Mrs.Kimmons be re- lieved of their duties in connection with the Young Peoples Work. The request was granted,and Mr.and Mrs.Mac Moore,Mr.and Mrs.Don Sowers,and Mr.and Mrs.Harry Lee Moore were elected to sponsor the oung Peoples Work. With no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, Be.PY hburn,Moderator September 5,1956 m,Gi.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session immediately preceding the morning service on September 30,1956,Rev.Marshburn opened with prayer with the following Elders present:Albert White,Julian White,T.O.Morrison,John Kimmons,Eugene Little and R.C.Bryson present. Mr.Homer Misenheimer was received upon Profession of Faith and Baptism. Miss Joyce Watts was Received upon Profession of Daith and Baptism. Mr.and Mrs.Sherrill were received by transfer,Mr. Sherrill from Elk Shoals A.R.P.Church,and Mrs.Sherrill from Fisst Presbyterian Church,Lumberton,N. Mr.and Mrs.Fred Elliot were received by transfer from the Race Street Methodist Church,Statesville,N.C. Mr.and Mrs.Bud Adkins were received by transfer from the Fifth Creek Presbyterian Church,Statesville,N.C. Meeting vas adjourned with prayer by the Moderator. arshburn,Moderator Sept.30,1056 .C.Aryson,Clerk Report of the Building Commission to the Congregation ofTheFirstAssociateReformedPresbyterianChurch Your commission reports that it has approved final plans and the bids thereon for a new church.The contracts must be awarded by October 10,1956,if 45%of the cost ($128,253.00) 4s on hand.The cost of the new church will be as follows: General Contract $208,105.00 Heating &Air Conditioning 23,250.90 Electrical 19,924.00 Plumbing 4,840.00 Architect's Fees 13,500.00 Furniture for Main Floor 9,000.99 Cost of Removing Present Building 1,500.00 Other Costs (Estimated)1,500.00Installationof8classroomsinpresent educational building 5,987.00 Total $285,006.00 The plan adopted is that approved in general by the congregation at a prior meeting.No provision has been made for the following items:Organ,Air Conditioning Unit (all other equipment necessary for Air Conditioning has been included), kitchen equipment (other than cabinets and connections for appliances),furnishing,except that on main floor of sanctuary, balcony and basement unfurnished. Inasmuch as the plan adopted provides no fixed educational space in the new sanctuary,and your commission recognized the need for more classrooms,3 additional rooms are provided in the basement of the present educational building and 5 on the main floor,taking place of the present auditorium.Recognizing its duty to provide the space,the commission has included the cost of the above as part of the new building program. The rooms are formed as follows:Basement -one in the place of the present kitchen,one by division of a long room in southeast corner,one additional in southeast corner;Main Floor - one additional room by division of Grier Bible classroom,an four,consisting of partitioned areaways surrounded by a hall, using present auditorium space. Arrangement has been made,pending congregational approval, to secure construction loans from two local banks in the amount of about $135,000.00 and this amount will have to be borrowed about 6 months after construction begins. FINANCIAL DETAILS Cost of New Church (see above)$285,006.00 45%of Cost $128,253.00 Less: Cash on Hand $109,300.00 Trust Funds (Cash equivalent)6,090.90 Building and Loan Shares 5,000.00 120,300.00 Needed by October 10 *7,955.90 PROBABLE DEBT Cost $285,906.09 Less:45%needed to begin 128,253.90 Still Needed p156,753.00 Collections during Construction 21,755.90 Probable Debt %$135,000.00 Your commission therefore requests: Approval of this report; Authority to building commission and trustees,if necessary, to award contracts to low bidders; Authority to trustees to mortgae property to secure a loan of approximately $135,900.00; The efforts and prayers of all; That each member express his support,approval,and interest in this program by his signature.“e }/j Sj October 29,1956 The Board of Trustees First A.R.Presbyterian Church Statesville,North Carolina Gentlemen: At a meeting of the Congregation of the First A.R.Presbyte rian Church,Statesville,N.C. duly held on September 30,1956,the Board of Trustees,without dissenting vote,was authoe rized to transfer to the Treasurer of the Building Fund the ~5,000.00 now in the hands of the Prustees,invested ‘n Building &Loan sharese When this transfer is made,if you will have the Treasurer of the Building Fund sign as indicated at the bottom of this letter,I will be glad to file the copy with the minutes of the meetinz above referred to in the pere manent records of the Session, ry truly, I +Gi,HURCCH Re Ge GF yo Clerk of ession Received of Board of Trustees,First A.N.P. Church $5000 «00 Date IG : Charles Washington,T easurer Building Fund, (F oe t-Obfaly {74 Wy006-0°First A.Re.?.Church -_4/3/jors-ee ) ss Dats 30-00 ) /G S030-00 At a Congregational Meeting immediately following the Morning Service on September 30,1956,the report of the Building Com- mission was présent by Chairman jJones,and the meeting was conducted with Rev.Marshburn Presiding. The Congregation,by majority vote,approved the report of the Building Commission. On motion,the Commission,and Trustess,if necessary,were authorized to award contracts for construction to the low bidders. On motion,the congregation authorized the Trustees to transfer to the Building Fund $5,000.00 in paid Building and loan shares now held by various units of the Church.Authority was also granted to take such steps as might be needed to secure certain trust funds now held for benefit of the church for bullding purposes if possible and advisable. On motion,the Trustees were granted authority to mortage necessary property to secure estimated needs of borrowed funds for completion of the work. On motion,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Frank Deaton, Eugene Little,and M.K.Brown, LAM eichladns —__ R.“4J.Marshburn,Moderator ee September 30,1956 R.C.Béyson,Clerk Report of Commission in printed form immediately follows this sheet. The session met Wednesday Night,October 4,1956 immediately following the Prayer Service,and was opened with prayer by John Kimmons,with Rev.Marshburn amid the following Elders present:John Kimmons,Robert Reavis,T.O.Morrison,Paul Ashburn, R.C.Bryson,Eugene Little,David L.Pressly,and Charles Washington. It was report ed that the Committee to sponsor the Young Peoples Work had accepted. T.O.Morrison was designated to secure an elder to represent the Church at the Fall Meeting of Presbytery,to be held at the Sandy Plains Church on October 9,1956. Mrg Edgar E.Sellers was granted a Letter of Transfer to the Westminister A.R.P.Church,Winston Salem,N.C. Mr.Kimmons suggested that some means be provided for the instructions of elders and deacons in the duties of their work. Rev.Marshburn advised he would plan for classes for this purpose. Rev.Marshburn was granted permission to hold special ser- vices at Clover,S.C.A.R.P.Church the week of March ;8 through March 24,1957.Note was made of the special services to be conducted at Crowders Creek A,R.P.Church the Week of October 8,1956. Tge pastor announced John Kimmons would conduct the Prayer Service on October 10,and William McCauley would conduct the Sabbath Services on October 14. Meeting was adjourned on motion with prayer by R.J.Marshburn. / me.ae Gs,burn,Moderator October 4,1956 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Tne vessaon of First a.kK.#.Church met in reguiar moutaly S€ssion at 8;30 ru November 7,1956 witn Kev.Ke.de mMarsndurn and tue foliowing blders present:Jonn Ajmmons,Kobert Keavis, faul Asnburn,V.»&.sackey,hugene sittle,dauskell milis,k.C. Sryson,Yavid 4 rressly and albert wnite. fne meeting was ope.ed witn prayer by k.GC.prysone A letter from Clerk of pession of tne new rerth Cnurcn was reua, cordialiy exteundédg the use of any of its cnuren facilities Tor any purposes desired by members of our churecn during tne time we were without a cnurch sanctuary during construction of tne new cnurch,This was received witniinstructions tuat kev.warsnburn write expressing our tnanks for tuis invitation. Un motion duly mage and adopted tne foilowing letters were granted:James damilton tu lOta rresbyterian Unurcn,rniladepnia, Varoiyn wilis Nicholson to First #resbyterian CUnurcn,statesvilie. albert woite gave report of activities of Music Lommittee ana of suggestions for masic at morning worship services. ngbvert neavis announced tne woard of Cnristian sducation was Sponsoring worksnop on November “7th. wote Was made that Julian white was in nospital ana tnerefore un@ble to attend tuis meeting. vonn Aimmons gave fusl report of first meeting of poard of Unfistiam baucation.Session was aked to nave representative at Junior vVepartment each first sabbath. members of the session were again urged to be diligent in Visbing members of tne congregation as circumstances required. Un motion,session adjourned witn prayer by kev.mursnourn,. )4)f 4) Athy Kobert @.“iarsnburn,moueratorAEAyr woVemoer 7,1956 he &.woryson,Lierk tne pession of srirst a.hk.«.Unurch met in regular session at 8:30 cm February 6,1957 witn Kev.Marsnburn and tne foliowing sblders present:V.he sackey,Kobert hKeavis,Kel. bryson,dulian white,daskeli Miils D.w rressly,vonn simmons,tT.U.Morrison,bhugene Little, Un motion duly made and adopted,tne following letters were granted:Frank Deaton,Jr.to wetnodist Churcn,Tampa,bla., ur.and Mrs.Kay dolly to Presbyterian Church,naleign,NN.b&b. and miss suciile taynes to Presbyterian Church,sansing,micn. ur.Mac Goodwin was received on statement from wew uope baptist Cnurch. vu request,nev.Marsnburn was granted permission to noida Speciai series of services at,Greenville,».U.Unurcn beginning sabbatn Niegnt,april cl,1957. Un Motion duly made and adopted,a letter from session Supporting program of tithing and cnurcn attenaance was ordered written,tne moderator was requested to include @ SpeCliai sermon is his morniug service,and tue eldersagreedtofurnisnoanyrequestedspeakersontuisprograme dnis request was from sxecutive board of tue women's missionary bocietye Un motion,it was agreed to request that tne sum of »£50.00beagmcludedintnebudgetfornecessarypurcnasesvytne eession and for expenses of aelegates to Presbytery andeynod.e tnere being no further business,tue meeting aayourned Witn prayer by kev.Marsnburn. kKkobert J.mMursiOurn,mouerator february 6,1957 ke Us.bryson,Cierk vne session met immediately preceding tne moruing service on‘February 17,1957 and was openea witn prayer by hugene dittie witn kev.Marshburn and tne.foliowing elaers pre- sent:Julian wnite,bugene wittle,I.U.morrison,novert heavis,vonn Aimmons and hk.Uv.bTySONe wreand wrs.John Frank Morrison were receivea by ietter from Concord rresbyterian Cnurcn ana betnlenem metnoaist Cnuren,Bespectively. ur.wob tlsmore was received by letter from tne boulevard Metnoodist Church. Konnie waer and Mrs.austin Davis were received on srofession of raito amd were baptised. inere being no furtner matters to come before the session, meeting was adjourned witn prayer by Kev.Marsnburn. kKobert é@.wrsnaburn,moderator Gryor February 17,1957 Me Ge worysonu Lierk tne session of First a.k.«.Church met marcn 6,1957 at 8:30 +’.ie,Was Constituted witn prayer by V.be sackey, with kev.Marshburn and the following biders present ;:Ll.U. morrison,V.4.sackey,Charles Washington,albert wnite,suegen Little,Paul Asnburn,T.U.Morrison,Kobert Keavis, dOnn Aimmons and kh.©.worysone wetter to bxecutive board of women's Missionary vociety asrequestedatlastregularmeetingwusread. ur.and urs.Kobvert Fleming were granted wetters to taeNewwertoa.ke.«.Cnuren,Troutman,W.U. fie matter of selecting a new book of ¢salms and uymns wasdiscussedatlengthwitntnesuggestionthatsucnbooksSnouldbeavailablebytnetimeofcumpietionofourneweanctuary.e.Ine moderator eas requested to appoint aCommitteeconsistingoftnareeelderstoinvestigate theavailabilityofsuchbooksandmakerecouwmendationse There was further discussion regarding tne cnoir and itsleadership,and Albert white,Cnairman of the Music Commi-ttee was requested to investigate the matter ana offersomesolution. with no further business,meeting was udjournea wita prayerbyKev.‘warshburn. 4 mobert of Marsnburn,moaerator warcnon 6,1957 Lito oa sini cutaiiadiHeUs.woryson,Clerk Tne session met april 3,1957 at 8:30 &.M.wita kev.Marsnhburn and tne following blders present:nobert keavis,daskell Mills,V.bh.deckey,kK.C.bryson,vy onn Aimmons,bugene wittle,Charles Wasninet.n,RB.U.morrison, vUulian white,Albert White and raul Asnburn,. tne meeting was opened witna prayer by tne moderator. Ve tue sackey was electéa@a as delegate to tne meeting offirstrresbyteryatPlazadillsa.k.&.Cnuren inCUnarlotteonApril9,1957. aiston boyd was granted wetter of Transfer. tne moderator advised tnat work on tne »rocnure wasbroceding,and requested further indulgence in tne matterofselectingarsalter-uymnal. vate of opring Communion service was seiected,may 5,1957, tnere being no further »pusiness,meeting was aajvurnedwitnprayerbybugenewittle. Vapohl 1 Marsnburn,mederator April 3,1957 AiG our Me Ge bryYSUN,Clerk tne session met immediately preceding tne Morning eervice on naster babbathn,April £1,1957,witn kev. marsoburn and the following blders present:V.bh.sackeyu t.U.wdorrison,huegen Little,daskell Mills,CharlesWashington,Kobert keavis and hk.U.»ryson.Meeting wasOpenedwitnprayerbyKev.Marshburn. mr.and Mrs.Kobert neiiy were received into membersnipupon#rofession and ke-instatement respectivelye MYe and urs.kred bradburn were received by letter andMr.and Mrs,Paul toliand were received by letter. tne foilowing were received on vrofession of baita;Carolyn wundnenke,Sonia Mizell,Millie aestler,nentMilstead,srent Shook,Marcia Garrison,wove vones,freddie »radburn,bobbie Jean Sradourn,Glenda aiexanaer,vanet Gravesm Joan Miller,margaret miller,viane mOliand,vilmy moore,Charles damiiton,Tommey avis,vudy dines ,Norman MOOTre,Anu VYavidson,and Mary Grace wood. meeting was adjcurned witn prayer by keV.marsnourn. April £1,1957 eession Met:Way 15,1957 at 8:30 P.M.With kev.warnsburnandthefoliowingelderspresent:T.u.morrison,sugenewittle,Vv.hb.sackey,D.uw.rressiy,Julian white,albertwhite,Charles Washington,John simmons,Kobert neavis,aul Ashburn and k.Cc.brysone meeting Was opened witn prayer by kev.Marshburne Mm.Ue.oryson was elected to serve as delegate to tnemeetingofsynodatwsittleKOCK,ArKanpas dune 5-9,1957. toere was a general discussion concerning tne availabisityofcertainenaesirablepublicationsatlocalnewsstands,and of tne stand of the Ministerial association in attept-ing to eliminate tnois.after full discussion,Dy unanimousvotetneModeratorandClerkwereinstructedtoarawresolutionurgingenforcementoflawspertainingtosaleofsuchliteratureforpresentationtoproperautnorities.(fnis was done under date of May ££,1957 and copy isattacnednereto.) tne session authorized tae Clerk to furnish Cnarles washington,Treasurer of tne building Fund,witn letter authorizing redaption of funds now invested in building and oan snares aS such funds were needed for payment ofcontractore eession was closed witn prayer by kev.MarsnOurne felt Warihtusnkobert2warsnburn,mouerator Angou——Way 15,1957 kK.&.brySon,Clerk. May £2,1957 WHFREAS there is a definite trend anong some of the publications sold over the counters of the newsstands in our county toward lewdness, obscenity,nudity,and which are a travesty of the moral code and mores of our society; WHEREAS these publications frequently fall into the hands of minors and others upon whom the effect is even more disastrous; WHEREAS there are existing laws which are to protect the people from the demoralizing effects of those whose interest is only making money, even if it means the lowering of the moral standard and making light of the finest thing of life; WHERFAS other communities have already solved this problem to a great measure by a closer scrutiny of what is sold and by enforcing existing laws; BE IT RESOLVED that the Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church goes on record as feeling that the present condition is deplorable anc that it hereby requests the City Council,the Police Department,the PTA,and other civic-minded organizations to do every- thing in their power by legislation and by influence to correct this condition. Robert Marshburn Minister R.C.Bryson Clerk of Session tne cession of First A.n.&.Church met duly 3,1957 at 8:30 +.Mw.Witn nev.marsnburn and tne Foslowing ulaers present;IT.U.morrison,V.b.sackey,bugenewittie,K.G.oryson,De.uw s+ressly,saul asnburn,dvulianwniteandhobertkKeavis. meeting Was opeud witn prayer by V.b.sackeye dames alexander was granted letter to Cincinnati CoumunityVnurch,Cincinnati,Unio. Me 46 bradford and family were received into membersnipbyletterfromNewoterlingCnurch,. ane <Vavid Flemingiwaswreceivedvinto membership by letter, Kev.warsnburn requested that the klders assume responsi-bility for tne mid-week prayer services beginning duly 10.toilowing elders were appointed: duly 10,Jonn simmons"17,PB.Fo:dones"24 kobert Keavis”$1 T.UO.MorrisonAUZe7Vebesackey “14 Albert wnite "@l saul Ashburn-28 kh.C.brysone 4t was announced tuat the Fisnermen's Ulub would meetdusy14at2330pu. Uctover was designated as Cnuren svggity Montn,and witntne#isnermen's Cluby tne sabbatn ecnool,and tne vessionCooperating,a visitation Campaign would peecede tunismonthofspecialemphasis. witn no furtner business,meeting was adjvurnea with prayerbyKev.Marshburn, Marsoburn,mouerator duly 3,1957 Ue oryson,Clerk vue wession met august 7,1957 with Bev.warsnuburn,wno Openeed tne meeting witu prayer,and tue following elders present:albert white,kubert Keavis,D.4 srressly,he be bryson and V.&wsackey. Churca soyaity Montu in Uctober was guin stressed,and the moderator was authorized to order committment curas for use in tne visitation campaign in september,and aiso to secure such tracts as ne might deem aavisabiee it was anmnouneed tnat world-wide Communion vabbatn woulda be observed in Uctober. Tne pastor announced that sermons in peptember wouid be preacned on BVangaiism,since it was not advisable uncer present building conditions to attempt a series ot svangilistic services. inewe being no aurtner business,meeting was adyvurned With prayer by nev.marsnburn. Aflale)Kobertcd.nourh,mouerator ryson,Ulerx The Session of the First A.kK.FP.Church wet at 8:30 ru on september 4 with Rev.RK.Jd.Marshburn and the foilowing Slders present:V.k.sackey,T.UO.Morrison,Charles Washe ington,Albert White,HKugene Little,D.uw Pressly,Kobert Reavis,John Kimmons,dian White and k.C.brysone The meeting was constituted wita prayer by Charges Wasningtone John Kimmons announced tnat the annual meeting of tne klders of churches in the First Presbytery would be neld at tneNewSterlingChurchontnenigntofSeptember19,1957 and urged that all elders attend this meeting.It was announced that the Rev.Jack deinsohn would be the speaker for tnisoccasione The work of the board of Christian Education was discussed after a full report by John Kimmons,a member of the boarde There was some discussion concerning the installatiou of aSaptisimalFountinthenewsanctuary.Permission was giventotheModeratorandtheBuiidingCommisionforaninstall-ation of tois type if they so desired,on motiou of Kk.C.Sryson,seconded by T.U.Morrison,and unanimously adoptede aetters were granted to Mr.and Mrs.doe seilers to witewithteeAllendillsA.kK.&.Churen,Charlotte,i.CU. tne Pastor advised concerning tae pr@gram of synod servingasacontinuationoftneNewLifeMovemant,specified as taeepiritualLifeProgram,and discussed tne aims of tunis proe grale tne Moderator announced as an item of business for tne nextregularmeetingtnepresentationofinformationregardingtne+salter-iiymnal to be selected, Un Motion,the resignation of Albert White as the sessionalrepresentativeandLnairmanoftheMusicCommitteewasaecepted,and Charles Washington was elected to fill tue Vacancy socreated. Meeting was closed witiu prayer by tne Moderatore Ketast }achldber.Kobert dJ MarSnourn,moaerator pepte 4,1957 Ke U.bfyson,vicina aA catiied meeting of tae congregation was neld immediately following tne morning Service on veptember 4,1957.andwasconstitutedwitnprayerbykev.Marsnburn,wio actedasmoderatoroftnemeeting. . dh Was stated tne purpose of tne meeting as nad ‘been announced was to agopt a resolution autnoorizing tnetraateestoborrowsufficientfundstocompletetne coustruction of our new church. 4&formal resolution,as nereto attucned,was introducedbygueCierk,kK.&.wryson,and adopted witnout dissenting meeting was adjourned witn prayer by tne Mouerator. «JJKodo|WY erahluuamkobert@-marsnburn,moderator ke CG.oryson,clerk NORTH CAROLINA IREDELL COUNTY At a congregational meeting of the First Associate Reformed Presby- terian Church of Statesville,North Carolina,held on Sunday,September 1, 1957,the following business and resolution was enacted: RESOLVED,THAT WHEREAS,the congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville,North Carolina,are now in the construction of an expensive and beautiful place of worship for the glory of God,for the comfort of their souls,and for the beautification of their community; AND WHEREAS,the funds hereinbefore raised by the said congregation have been exhausted and it is necessary that money be borrowed for the com- pletion of the said Church. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Deacons,the Building Committee,and the Trustees of the said Church are hereby empowered, authorized,and directed to negotiate and obtain from the Merchants &Farmers Bank of Statesville,North Carolina,and the Peoples Loan and Savings Bank of Statesville,North Carolina,a loan for the completion of the said Church in an amount not exceeding the sum of One Hundred Thirty-five Thousand Dollars ($135,000.00);said loan to be obtained from said banks at the best terms to be obtained for the said congregation and agreeable to the officials of the said banks in amounts to be-held by each bank as can be agreed upon by said Church officials and the officers of the said banks,and as the security for the payment of said loan,the said Trustees are authorized,empowered,and directed to execute a note and first lien deed of trust to the said banks in the amount and upon the terms as agreed upon. That the original of this Resolution be spread on the permanent records of the Church,and that a true copy of the same be delivered to each of the aforementioned banks. The foregoing Resolution was duly passed by unanimous vote by the congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of States- ville,North Carolina,at a regular meeting called for that purpose,held on the day and year first above written. This the lst day of September,1957. )ne K elu |AN arabs Robert J.MArshburn,Pastor of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville,North Carolina Attest: Clerk othe First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville,North Carolina The Session of First A.R.P.Church met.immediatelybeforethemorningserviceonSeptember15,1957 with Rev.Marshburn and the following Elders present:V.HE,Lackey,Julian White,John Kimmons,Charles Washington, T.O.Morrison,Robert Reavis,and R.C.Bryson. The meeting was opened with prayer By Kev.Marshburn, On motion,the following were received by letter: Mr,&.Mrs.Dwight L.Nicholson Mr.Cliff Bradshaw Mrs,Mary M.Bryant Mr.and Mrs,Dillard Marlow Mts,Delores Johnson(Mrs.ErksineJohnson,Jr.) The meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator, |4}/) Af (fat abile Moderator Sept.15,1957 R.C.Bryson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8:30 P.M.October 2,1957,with Kev,Marshburn and the Following Elders present: Charles Washington,T.0.Morrison,E.E.Little,Julian White, D.L.Pressly,John Kimmons,Albert White,Haskell Mills,Rob- ert Reavis,Paul Ashburn,V.E.Lackey and R.C.Bryson, The meeting was constituted with prayer by T.0.Morrison. The Moderaror advised he wovld be in Covington,Virginia on October 13,and that William Gettys,a student in our Seminary, would preach that date at both the morning and evening services. fhe clerk was requested to arrange for an elder to assist Mr, Gettys in arranging the morning service. Request for suggestions for the midweek Prayer Service on October 9 resulted in a special request that Mrs,Jane Miller be asked to conduct this service, It was announced that World Wide Communion Sabbath would be observed October 6,and in this connection V.E.Lackey sug- gested there was some demand for adcitonal plates for the communion service,No action was taxen on the matter at this time, The sélection of a song book,which had been under consideration for some time,was the next order of business,After inspection of three books offered,and a full discussion of the matter,themotionwasmadebyR.C.Bryson that "The Hymn Book"be purchased in sufficient quantity for use in the new sanctuary of our church, Dr.D.L.Pressly seconded this motion,and it was adopted without opposition, A letter from the Board of Christian Education recommended that the following teachers in the Sabbath school be elected for a term of one year,subject to re-appointment and the end of that term:Miss June Morrison,Beginner's Department,Mrs.Lynn Freeze, Primary Department,Mr.Gene Himes,Junior Department,and Mrs, Cyyde Johnson,Junior department.On motion,duly made and seconded,this recommendation was adopted. It was suggested that members received since the last visitation for purpose of getting committment cards signed should be visited by members of the Session and this information secured from these new members.The Moderator stated he would ask Miss Little to prepare cards for each new member,and these cards would be distributed to members of the Session for visiting such members, further business,the meeting was adjourned with f r 1”IhMarshburn.e pA / (/[wyMVW/LBramined&Approved Marshburn,Moderator 4.©F By The Fist Presbytery r 2,Octobe 1957 ) First A.R.PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROBERT J.MARSHBURN,MINISTER 123 -125 EAST BROAD STREET STATESVILLE,N.C. September 30,19! Members of Session First A.R.P.Church Statesville,N.C. Your an sr tl followir persons as teacners requested b Ler fOr Ul Board of Christian June Morrison,replacit Lynn Freeze,replacin rene Hines,replacir Johnson,replaci teachers have been di O7<rAG4yae t nese teache +a40BSelected re teachers to teacl the Sabbath School would like to enroll to the classrool ° "; Dedication of Teachers and Workers in the Sabbath School Boardof Christian Education members :John Kimmons,Chairman, Robert Reavis,Flake Jenkins,Harold Morrison,Rachel Morrison,Mrs,R.J.Marshburn,Joy Little,Mrs.John Kimmons,Mrs.Clyde Walker,Mrs.R.C,Bryson,Mrs.David Pressly,Mr.and Mrs.Hubert Brown, General Officers of the Sabbath School: Mr.Kobert Reavis,Superintendent,Harold Morrison,Associate Superintendent,Jack Waugh,Secretary-Treasurer,Flake Jenkins,Representative to Board ofDeacons,Mrs,David Pressly,Superintendent of Children's Division, Teachers and Workers in the Sabbath School: Nursery:Mrs.Marvin Byrd,Mrs.Lee Brown,Mrs.Ben Harris. Beginners:Miss Joy Little,Miss June Morrison,liiss Cynthia Brown, Primary:Mrs.Paul Ashburn,Mrs.Archie Bost,Mrs.Lynn Freeze,Mrs,lam Alexander,Mrs.Robert Reavis,Miss Martha Laws. Juniors:Mrs.Robert Kestler,Mrs.Clyde Johnson,Mrs,L.B.Grier,Mr.Genenes. Intermediates:Mrs.Sam Gaither,Miss Lila White,Mr.Douglas Pharr,Irs.Garre len. “oung People:Mrs.John Kimmons,Mr.Lee Brown. Young Adults:Mrs.R.C.Bryson. Adults:Mr.John Kimmons,Mr.Plummer Jones,Mr,Vernon Lackey,Mrs,ScottHair,irs.J.Louis Evans,Mrs.John D.Foard,Mrs.Clyde Walker, Oyr sincere appreciation to each of these fine workers in our Sabbath SchoollWelookforwardtoawonderfulyearofserviceforJesusChristandHisKingdom,and the ever increasing knowledge of Him that comes through yourdedicatedlivesandteaching.May God richly bless and keep you in His love. fine session of First A.Kk.&.Church met in regular session November 6,1957 at 8:30 &eme witn Reve Kobert Marsnburn andtnefollowingelderspresent:V.bh.sackey,Le Un Morrison,-dulian white,albert White,raul Asnburn,Haskell Miils,bLugene .dittle,Kobert Reavis,Charles washington,Jonn Kimmons ana Ke Ue.worysone <Meeting was constituted witn prayer by Robert Keavise the Mouerator led in a study of tne duties of Church Ufficers, and particylarily elders. t it was announced the distribution of cards tor assignment of members to each elder would ve made at next reguiar meeting. ¢#lans were discussed for an bVangelistic Meetiug for sometime in May,ana there’was a request for suggestiuns as to securing a minster for these services,and those suggested were:Kev. CG.mu.tdwards,Kev.darry ohutte,kev.T.5.mcoride,neve Vaniel dverson,ana kev:boo omitn.Ine Moderator was requested to make further arrangements in tuis matter. Un Kequest,letter was granted to mr.wynnu brady,gre to First #resbyterian Unurcn,Winston salem,i.Lb. wrs.Gayie Mchain vavidson was received on motion by ietter, Kobert Keavis announced tue Men's Fellowsnip wouid meet ov, 1Z and there would be a@ discussion of tne functions of tne wession by Mr.Plummer Jones,He aiso reauested that if poss- ible it mient be helpful to have a cailed bession meeting at that time as a part of tne prorrame Tne moaerator conveyed tue dnvitation of br.and mrse vavid 4.rressly to a supper meeting of tne members of tne vession and tneir wives at 7:00 #M Vecember 13 at tie sressly nome. tnere beins no further Business,meeting was adyourned witn prayer by tne moderatore R bev WahahburnRobertMarsiourn,moderator5“ eee WOVe.6,4957 Kk.Uf oryson,Lier« Tne session of First A.Kk.«#..Church met in caiied meeting at 8:30 PM November on November 17,1957 witna Kev.Marsnburn and tne foilowing blders present;Re C. bryson,V.kh.dackey,hugene Little and Albert White. Meeting was constituted with prayer by the Moderator. Un Motion of k.CG.bryson,seconded by bhugene wsittle,the Moderator was authorized to appoint a committee of three members to receive and approve Memorial Contri-~butions for the suilding Fund. Un Motion of V.b.sackey,seconded by Albert white,ameetaizoftheCongregationwascalledforsabvatnmorning,December 1,1957,immediately following themorningservice,for tne purpose of acting onua pro-posal of tne Building Commission whicn would involveautuorizationofadditionalfundseUnmotion,tne ClerkoftnesessionandtheCnoairmanoftneSuildingCommeissionwereautnorizedtopreparetneformaicallandpresentationofthismatter. A request uf tne Virector of Christian Lducation,mrseMiller,that the Chrzttmas Program be held at 5;00 PMatDavieAvenuéschoolonDecember22wagsapproved,witntheunderstandingtiiswouldreplacetneragulariveningserviceontnoatdate. Tnere being no further business,meeting was ddjourned witn prayer by the Moderator, kobert Marshburn,moderator *BOve 17;2967 Kk.C.Sryson,Clerk At 4 Caiied meeting of the session at 9:45 AM December8,1957 tne Moderator and following blders were present:faul ashburn,V.bh.sackey,*hugene Little,I.U.MorrisonalbertWhiteandk.C.orysone MPSe LOlS walker was received by letter from a0liy springsbaptistChurch,wt.Airy,NN.C. meeting was adjourned with prayer. bp HT hahaa Wetaeator ae: vec.8,1957 ke CU.yson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met December 10,1957 in an open meeting at the regular meeting of the Men's Fellowship,the program for the meeting being the Work of the Elder, The following were present:Robert Marshburn,Albert White, D.L.Pressly,Paul Ashburn,Robert Reavis,Julian White, and R.C.Bryson,Meeting was constituted with prayer by Robert Reavis. The Moderator reported he had written two men in connection with conducting special services,but to date had no reply. The Moderator also reported the Board of Deacons was making provision for securing song books prior to opening of the new Smctuary. It was announced that Albert Cooper was serving as Chair- man of the Committee on Memorials to handle gifts of this type under the building program, Motion was made by R.C.Bryson that call for congregational meeting be made for 3rd Sabbath of January for the election of Bilders and Deacons to replace those retiring under the rotary system.The motion was seconded by Albert White and unanimously adopted, the Moderator requested that Elders make every effept to visit shut-ins during the Christmas season. Mr.Plummer Jones,in connection with the program,read a passage of Scripture and conducted a shortdevotional,. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Robert Marshburn, K Robert Marsh burn,ModeratorZ De 1cember 10,1957 R.C.Bryson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session onJanuary 5,1958 immediately preceeding the morning worship service, the following were present:Rev.Robert Marshburn, Robert Reavis,Haskell Mills,Cha les Washinetm, R.C.Bryson,Julian White,Oscar Morrison,and Paul Ashburn. Prayer by the Moderat or opened the meeting, Mrs W.H.(£1$se)Bradshaw was received by letter intofullmembership. Mr.and Mrs.James D.Weston,at their request,werereceivedbyre-instatement. With no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer bg the Moderator, Robert M facia Moderator January 5,1958 R.C.Brysén,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met in regularmeetingJanuary8,1958 with following present:Rev. Robert Marshburn,Robert Reavis,V.E.Lackey,T.O. Morrison,Euggne Little,Julian White,Albert White, R.C.Bryson,Haskell Mills,John Kimmons, Meeting was constituted with prayer by Eugene Little. In light of presious discussion of the projected Billy Graham Crusade in Charlotte in September,1958,Eugene Little moved that First A.R.P.Church advise the Crusade Committee they wished to be a participatingChurchintheCrusade.Motion was seconded by V.E.Lackey and unanimously adopted, On motion,the following requests for letter were granted:Mr.and Mrs.Billy Max Brady to Shelbly,N.C. Presbyterian Church,and Elizabeth Evans to Druid Hills Church,Atlanta,Georgia, For election of Elders,call for congregational meetingonJanuary19,1958 is to be made January 12,1958.ThemembersoftheBoardaretohandclerklistofsuggestednomineesfordiscussiononnightofJanuary25. John Kimmons reported on work of Board of ChristianEducation,and requested that election of new membersbesubjecttoconfirmationofSessionatnextmeeting. On resolution properly adopted,V.&.Lackey was grantedpermissiontomemorialcardinnewsongbooks,whichwerebeingdonatedbyhiminMemoryofMrs.Lola Lackey. Announcement was made of regular prayer sessions for menofthechurchat9A.M.each Sabbath Morning. With no further business,meeting was adjourned withprayerbytheModerator. _Kebek parbladine Robert Magghburn,Moderator January 8,1958 R.Cp ee ae At a meeting of the Congregation on January 19,1958 fidtiinattzons for the election of Elders were made,and as result of balloting on nominations on Succeeding Sabbaths,the following were elected for six-year terms, Robert L.Bradford Hubert Brown Frank Deaton Flake Jenkins. Under the Rotary System,the following,having served six=year terms,were retired: John Kimmons Haskell Mills Oscar Morrison Charles Washington. At a meeting of the congregation on February 23,1958 nominees for eletion to the Board of Deacons were made, and through subsequent balloting the following were elected for six-year terms,replacing those retiring under the rotary systems Janes T.Cashion Louis Evans Plummer Jones Harold Morrison Janes Rodgers Jack Waugh William Waugh Georse Yount. At a called meeting of the Session on January 19,1958 the following were present:Robert Marshburn,EugeneLittle,T.0.Morrison,Paul Ashburn,Charles Washington, Robert Reavis and &.C.Bryson Mrs.Dorman Davidson and Mrs.William Walker were received into membership by transfer, Meeting adjourned with prayer by the Moderator, pol |ata Moderator “he Ce ee,CORR The Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8315 February 5,1958 in regular meeting with following present:Robert Marshburn,V.E.Lackey,T.O.Morri- son,Robert Reavis,R.C.Bryson,D.L.Pressly,Paul Aghburn,Julian White and Albbrt White. Meeting was constituted with prayer by Robert Marsh- burn. An offer of WDBM,new local radio station,to broad- cast the morning service on each fourth Sabbath.It was brought out the time would be donated by Shell Electric Company,but that the ba@oadcast would not be commercialized.On motion of Julian White,second- ed by Robert Reavis,the offer was.accppted. Paul Ashburn was anpointed to ascertain that the broadcast would be handled in a proper manner. Mr.and Mrs.Harry E.Barkley were received into mem- bership by letter from Black Mountain,N.C.Presby- terian Church. James Moose,husband of Linda Elliot,was received by @etter. The Moderator announced he had secured Rev,Harry Shutte,pastor of First Gastonia,to hold special series of services May 19 thru May 25,1958. On recommendation of Board of Christian Education,the following were elected to membership on the Board,to replace those whose terms had expired: R.L.Bradford Jack Waugh Mrs.Helen Evans Mrs.Madge Kestiler Mrs.Sam Gaither A meeting of the Fishermen's Club was announced for February 20. The matter of Sabbath Movies was discussed,and the clerk and Moderator were authorized to convey the opposition of the Session to this matter to the proper authorities, There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by XW.E.Lackey. eee [Varatlaater Y) 07 J iH EST RaeR./U.Brysdoti,ClemCo The Session of Pirst A.R.P.Church met in regular meeting March 5,1958 at 8;25 P.M.with the following present:Robert Marshburn,V.E.Lackey,Charles Wash- ington,T.O.Morrison,Frank Deaton,John Kimmons, Eugene Little,R.L.Bradford,D.L.Pressly,R.C.Bryson, Julian White,Flake Jenkins,Robert Reavis,Hubert Brown, Albert White, Meeting was constituted with prayer by Frank Deaton. March 23,1958 was set as date for installation and ordination of newly-elected elders, Mr.and Mrs.Joe Sellars were restored to church rollbyreturnofletteroftransferissuedtoAllenHillsA.R.P.Church, It was noted Charles Washington,Chairman of MusicCommitteewasretiringundertherotarysystem,Flake Jenkins was appointed by the Moderator to serve astherepresentativeoftheSessiononthisCommittee, Eugene Little was pppointed by the Moderator to serveinconnectionwithcottageprayerservicesfortheBillyGrahamCrusade, On motion duly made,seconded,and adopted,the Sessionrequestedanappropiationof$250.00 for necessaryexpensesinthe1958-1959 budget. The Moderator expressed his views on the advisability of this church assuming the support of a foreign miss-ionary.After a thorough discussion of the matter,itwasmovedthattheSessionstartpreliminaryworkinthismatter, The Moderator announced that Spring Commuion serviceswouldbeheldonApril20.An announcement was made ofameetingofElders,Deacons,and their wives,withofficersandtheirwivesfromotherchurchesintheareaonMarch25, Moderator was authorized to appear before Deacons forpurposeofinstructioninconrctionwithduttesoftheoffice,for benefit of newly-elected deacons. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Robert Marshburn. Robert Marshburn,ModeratorZA March 5,1958 R.C.Byrfson,Clerk You are cordially invited to attend the Formal Opening on Sabbath morning,the sixteenth of March nineteen hundred and fifty-eight at eleven o'clock First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church Statesville,North Carolina The Session met immdiately preceding the morning service on March 9,1958 with following present:Robert Marshburng V.BE.Lackey,R.L.Bradford,Julian White,Robert Reavis, and R.C.Bryson, On Motion Mr.and Mrs.George Armistead were received by letter from Lindsay Memorial Presybterian Church,Memphis, Tenn.Miss Barbara Marshburn was received on profession of faith. There teing no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator, Robert Marsitburn,Moderator March 9,1958 On March 9,1958,the first morning wooship service was held in the new church sanctuary.While not enitrely completed,most of the interior work and equipment installation had been completed,Plangs for the formal opening,on Marti 16,1958 were made, At a called meeting of the Session of First A.R.P.Church immediately preceeding the Morning Service onApril6,1958,the following were present:Rev.Robert Marshburn,Paul Ashburn,Frank Deaton,Hubert Brown, Flake Jenkins,V.E.Lackey,Robert Reavis,and R.C. Bryson,Meeting was opened with prayer by Rev.Marsh- burn. On motion the following were received on Prosfession of Faith,most of the children having attended theCommunicant's class conducted by the Pastor: Johnny Wayne Beam Ken Caldwell,Jr. Deborah DavidsonJohnnyDavidson Benny Garrison Anita Hatchett Edward Holton Mary Johnson Cynthia Lentz Jo Ann Miller Judy Miller Jane Moore Deborah Stilwell Jimmy Wallace George Chambers Joe Sellers Jr. lynn Waugh The following were received by letter of Transfer: Mrs.William Ford Mr.and Mrs.James Putsell Mr.and Mrs.A.J.Waring 9 .ii ee e Meetin was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marg burn, /yy)|hh ! Robert-—Marshburn,Moderator ah April 6,1958 Re C.Beyson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8:15 April 9,1958 in regular meeting with follwwing present:Rev. Robert Marshburn,Robert Reavis,V.E.Lackey,Eugene Little,Albert White,Julian White,Frank Deaton,R.C. Bryson,Hubert Brown,Paul Ashburn,Flake Jenkins and R.L.Bradford, Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton, On motion,the moderator and clerk were authorized to draw papers for information in conmction with weddings and funerals in the church,with such limitations as they might deem advisable.Such papers were to be sub- mitted to Session for final approval prior to their publication, An application for permission to use certain rooms of the educational building for a Kindergarden beginning September 1 by Mrs.Robert Kestler and Mrs.Andrew Pendleton was presented the Session.On Motion of Julian White,seconded by Albert White,it was agreed that the matter would be taken under advisement. On motion of Frank Deaton,seconded by R.L.Bradford, the Moderator was requested to appoint a committee, consisting of two elders and one deacon to study the proposal submitted by Mrs Kestler and Mrs.Pendel ton. Mr.Juiian White,Mr.Paul Ashburn,and Mr.Plummer Jones of the Deacon's Board were appointed to serve on this Committee, The Moderator announced that Elders,Deacons,and officers of The Young Peoples Group would be installed on the night of April 13. Roberti Reavis was elected as delegate to the meeting of Presbytery.Hubert Brown was designated as alternate. Meeting of Elders of First Presbytery was announced as April 29 at Tabernacle Churh in Charlotte. The Moderator,by unanimous vote,was authorized toextendinvitationtothePresbyterytoholditsFallmeetingatourchurch. There being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Jarshb¢grn,Moderator April 9,1958 .yson,Clerk At accalled meeting of the Session of First A.R.P. Church immediately preceding the morning service on April 13,the following were present;Rev.Robert Marshburn,R.C.Bryson,Robert Reavis,R.L.Brad- ford,Flake Jenkins,Eugerme Little,Frank Deaton and V.E.Lackey. Meeting was opened with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, On Motion,Mr.and Mrs.Frank Arey were received by letter from Front Street Presbyterian Church. Mr.Stokes Hamilton was received by letter. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator. LY ahh Moderator April 13,1958 Clerk The regular meeting of Session of First A.R.P.Church was held May 7,1958 at 8:15,opened with prayer byPaulAshburn,with the following present:Robert Marsh- burn,Paul Ashburn,Robert Reavis,Flake Jenkins,R.L. Bradford,V.E.Lackey,Julian White,Albert White, Eugene Little Hubert Brown,and R.C.Bryson. After discussion as to the proposed kindergarten,it was moved and adopted th,t the matter be referred to the deacons for decision,subject to approval of such decision by the Session.It was ordered that the com- mittee appointed to investigate this matter contactDeaconsandreporttheiraction. It was announced that seven elders from the BoardattemiedthemeetingoftheEldersofFérstPresbytery April 29,and the Clerk was requested to convey to Tabernacle our appreciation for the entertainment by that church in providing the meal without charge, The following were designated to be responsible for the program at cottage preyer services prior to the meeting May 19th,On Monday,Jean and Paul Ashburn, Flake Jenkins and R.C.Bryson.On Wednesday,R.L. Bradford,Hubert Brown amd Robert Reavis. Mrs.Blanton was received from Loris Baptist Church on statement. Mr.and Mrs.H.C.Horne were received by transfer . Paul Ashburn was designated to contact ladies out serving meal for Fall Elders Meeting,and the Clerk was requested to extend invitation to the group to meet atourchurchatadatetobeselectedinOctober. Meeting was ag ourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, obert-Mars burn,Moderator May 7,1958 yson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session prior to the morning worship service on May 25,the meeting wasopenedwithprayerbytheModeratorwiththefol- lowing present:Rev.Marshburn,R.C.Bryson,V.E.Lackey,Julian White,Frank Deaton,R.L.Bradford, and Flake Jenkins,and Rev.Harry Shutte of @astonia. Mrs.Boyce Davidson was received on profession of faith,and Mr.Frank Futrell was received by transfer. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Shutte. Robert Marshburn,Moderator May 25,1958 ,Bryson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Chunch met in regular session Jure 22 at 8:15 P.M.with the following pre- sent:Robert Marshburn,Frank Deaton,R.L.Bradford, Paul Ashburn,Hubert Brown,Albert White,Eugene Little,Flake Jenkins,Julian White and R.C.Bryson. Meeting was constituted with prayer by Frank Deaton, A report foom the Building Commission,recommending they be discharged foom further duties inasmuch as most work presently contemplated on the new sanct- uary had been completed.This report was adopted,and any other work in @nnection with the project was ordered handled by the Board of Deacons. On motion of Frank Deaton,seconded by R.L.Bradford the Memorial Committeewas requested to provide for placement of the various plaques removed from the old sanctuary. A report from the Board of Deacons recommending that the request to operate a kindergarten not be accepted was adopted upon presentation. October 28 was set as date for our entertaining Fall Meeting of Elders of First Presbytery. Rev.Marshburn was granted vacation for month of July, and announced the pulpit would be supplied as follows: July 6 Rev.Oscar Welborn July 13 Dr.R.C.Grier uly 20 Rev.Ray King Jair 27 Rev.W.O.Ragsdale Elders designated to assume charge of the midweek prayer services were as follows: D.L.Pressly V.EB.Lackey R.C.Bryson Paul Ashburn R.C.Bryson and Paul Ashburn were designated as a Ke committee to act during the absence of the Pastor in determingng the necessaity of his returning during vacation if called upon to do so. The deacons were authorized to pay$30.00 to Rev. B.Dale White for special service from funds provided for expenses of the Session, It was requested that all new members be announced in the weekly bulletin, Meet ing was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. rae burn,Ces or Sr ¢ June 22,1958 R.C.yéyson,Clerk At a called meeting of the Session immediately preceeding the morning service on June 29,the following were pre- sent;Rev.Marsdiburn,R.L.Bradford,R.C.Bryson,Paul Ashburn,Frank Deaton,Julian White,V.E.Lackey,Flake Jenkins and Robert Reavis. The following weee received by letter:Mrs,H.C.Hornem Mr.and Mrs.Floyd Horne,and Mr.and Mrs.Rollin John - sone Mrs.Horne was pr@biously received with her husband but had not been able to be present prior to this time due to death of her husband, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Mard&h byrn. June 29,1958 Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8;15 P M. August 6,1958 with following present:Rev.Robert Marshbum,D.L.Pressly,V.E.Lackey,Frank Deaton, Paul Adhburn,Robert Reavis,Flake Jenkins,Eugene Little,R.C.Bryson,Julian White and Albert White. Meeting was opened with prayer by Rev.Marsh burn, On Request,letter of transfer was granted to Mrs. Pressly Johnson. Rally day was announced as September 28, Mrs.Hartsell's namew as restored to chuuch roll, having been removed at an earlier date. There being no further business,meeting adjourned with prayer by R.C.Bryson. Robert Marsi burn,Moderator August 6,1958, Session met immediately preceding morning service on August 17 with follwoing present:Robert Marbburn, R.L.Bradford,R.C.Bryson,V.E.Laekey,Bugene Little,Paul Ashburn,Robert Reavis and Flake Jenkins. Meeting was opened with prayer by Robert Marshburn. Dr.and Mrs.Paul R.Kearns and daughtersg,Miss-Kathy Kearnsand Miss Judy Kearns,and son,Bobby Kearns, were received on statement from First Baptist Church, Statesville, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Robert Mars burn,Moderator August 17,1958 At aelleddmeeting of Session of First A.R.P.Church preceding morning service on August 31,the follwwing were present:Rev.Mardi burn,R.L.Bradford,D.L.Pressly, Eugene Little,R.C.Bryson and Flake Jenkins. After the meeting was opened with prayer by Rev.Marh burn, Mrs.Mary Hartsell was received by re-affirmation,her name having previously been removed from church roll,but restored at last regular meeting. Mr.J.M.Arey was received by letter from Front Street Presbyterim Church, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Moderator. Robert LY ald Moderator August 31,1958 R.C.Bryson,Clegk A Called meeting of Session of First A.R.P.Church was held immediately preceding the morning service on Sept- ember 28,2958,with the follwwing present:Rev.Robert Marshburn,Paul Ashburn,Bugene Little,Julian White, Robert Reavis,Albert White and &.C.Bryson. Meeting was constituted with prayer by Paul Ashburn, Jimmy Hines and Jan Bryant were received into full mem- bership on Profession of Faith. R.C.Bryson was elected as delegate to the Fall Meeting of First Presbytery. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Robe f Hated Moderator September 28,1958 A called meeting of the Session of First A.R.P.ChurchwasheldimmediatelyprecedingthemorningserviceonOctober5,2958 with the following present:Rev.RobertMarshburn,Frank Deaton,Flake Jenkins,E.E.Little,R.L.Bradford,Robert Reavis,V.E.Lackey,AlbertWhiteandD.L.Pressly, Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton. On Motion,the following were received into membe rshipbytransfer: Mrs.Robert Frame *-From Logan Memorial,Adubon,N.J.Mrs.Anne Cameron Yount,1st Pres.Church,CityMr.and Mrs,Emmett Blair-Lst.Pres.Church,S.Norfolk,Va.Mrs.Betty Lowman,Belmont Baptist Church,Belmont, N.C. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, In absence of clerk,Albert White was appointed astemporaryclerk. Robe rt CHa Sede catez October 5,1958 R.C.Bryson,Clerk Session of First A.R.P.Church met in reguh&r session Wednesday night,October 8,1958 with following present: Rev.Robert Marshburn,Robert Reavis,Frank Deaton,E.E. Little,Paul Ashburn,D.L.Pressly,Hubert Brown and Albert White. Meeting was opened with prayer by Paul Ashburn.Albert White was appointed temporary clerk, Miss Marlyn Burke was received into full membership uponProfessionofFaith. A request by Mrs.Alvin K.Jones to use church facilitiesforprivatepianoclasseswasdenied,on motion of RobertReavis,seconded by Albert White. Letters were granted Mr,and Mrs.Lloyd Reynolds,and MissGaryNellReynolds,to Wilmington Presbyterim Church, The Special campaign for funds for Bonclarken was discussedatlength,Mr.Plummer Jones,Chairman of the Board ofDeacons,states the suggested amount for our congregationwas$7740.00,and advised the deacons were reluctant toassumethisamountoftheobligationinviewofourexist-ing church debt.The prevailing opinion was that our churchshouldnothaveaspecialdriveforthiscauseatthistime. On Motion of E.E.Little,Seconded by Frank Deaton,it wasagreedthatthedetailsoftheBonclarkenFundshouldbedeterminedbytheBoardofDeacons,both as to method andamount,but that no special drive be held at this time,Thecongregationistobegivenanopportunitytomntributebyannouncementsfromthepulpitandinthebulletin. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, A oh Lae fea yson,Clerk Approved.*t The Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately pre- ceding the morning service on October 26,1958 with Rev. Marshburn and the following elders present:Hubert Boown, R.L.Bradford,Flake Jenkins,Eugene Little,Frank Deaton, V.E.Lackey,R.C.Bryson,Albert White and Julian White. Meeting was constituted with prayer by Frank Deaton, On motion,the following were received into full member- ships Jimmy Putsell,by Profession of Faith,Larry Stafford, by Profession of Faith,Mr.Frank Pearson,by transfer fromBethelBaptistChurch,and Mrs.Frank Pearson by ProfessionofFaith. There being no furtherbusiness,meeting was adjourred with ‘prayer by Rev.Marshburn. October 26,1958 Session met immediately preceding the mornine service on cooONovember16,19 with Rev.Marshburn and the followingelderspresent:Albert White,Flake Jenkins,Eugene Little,Re L.Bradford,Julian White,David L.Pressly,R.C.Bryson,and Hubert Brown, Kev.Marshburn was given permission to remain in GeorgiatheSabbathfollowingThanksgiving.Rev.Jack Heinsohn hadbeensecuredforbothservicesforthatdate. Mr.and Mrs.Frank Pearson,previously received,appearedbeforethesessim,and Mrs.W.R.Gilleland was receivedbytransferofmembershipfromtheWegternAvenueBaptistChurch. There being no further business,meeting was adjourre dwithprayerbyRev.Marshburn, November 16,1958 Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8;30 PMDecember3,1958 in regular session with Rev.RobertMarshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:HubertBrown,Flake Jenkins,Albert White,Julian White,R.C.Bryson,Frank Deaton,V.E.Lackey,D.L.Pressly and Robert Reavis. Meeting was opened with prayer by Flake Jenkins. A number of deacons attended the meeting to hearfinalreportoftheBuildingFinanceCommittee.The report was presented,showing total receiptsanddisbursementsdurinstheentiretermoftheCommittee,Attached to report were checks total-ing $6,637.70 and an uncollected item of $100.00carriedascashonhand, On motion of R.C.Bryson,seconded by Albert White,the report was accepted,the committee,previouslyauthorizedbytheSession,was dissolved,with avoteofthanksfromtheSession,the funds shownasbalanceonhandwereorderedtransferedtotheBoardofDeacons,together with any further functionsthatmightnormallybedischargedbytheBuildingFinanceCommittee.Clerk was requested to writelettertomembersofcommitteeexpressingthanksoftheSessionanitopreparenecessarypapersfortransferoffunds,tovether with necessary reciptstothecommitteeanditsfreasueer,Mr.CharlesWashington, fhe clerk advised that,after canvassing a majorityoftheelders,he had declined a request for use ofChurchfacilitiesbyalocalcorporationinvolvingservingamealbyourladies. On motion of R.C.Bryson,seconded by Robert Reavis,the Session without dissenting vote,went on recordasnotapprovinganyrequestsforentertainmentofgroupsnotconnectedwithourchurchandtheuseofchurchfacilitiesbysuchgroup,unless unusual cir-cumstances micht prevail which would warrant furtherconsiderationoftheSession,' ix-year old boy was discussed andSworldbesatisfactory, The baptism of a 5 it agreed that thi Clet was instructed to prepare resolutions of respectforfamiliesofthreeelders,Mr.N.S.Sharpe,Mr,He S.Douglas,and Mr.W.A.Sample,who had passedwayrecently. There being no further business,meeting was adjou yed:o y,¢with praye by Rev.Marhsburn.Npbty WV ttn jeasrpoederator December 3,1958 LEE Clerk The Session of Pirst A.R.P.Church met at:the Church immediately preceding the morning servicey&;on December 7,1958 with Rev.Marshburn md the following elders present:V.E.Lackey,R.L. Bradford,Eugene Little,Robert Reavis,Flake?2 ??Jenkins and R.C.Bryson . Meeting was opened with prayer by Eugene Little,We Mr.Carl Lanning was received by tran fer fromTi the First Congregational Church,Cain,Pa. Mrs.Carl Lanning and John Joseph Lanning were received upon profession of faith,and baptism, Chere being no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator. ee erator December First A.R.PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROBERT J.MARSHBURN,MINISTER123=125 EAST BROAD STREET STATESVILLE,N.C. January 8,1959 Building Fund Finance Committee Statesville,N.C. Gentlemen: The Session of First A.R.P.Church on December 3,1958 receivedthereportofyourCommitteeTreasurer,properly reflecting alltransactionsfrominceptionofyourcommitteetodate, This report,after excluding certain items reflecting short-termborrowingsduringconstructionresultinginduplicatedexpendi-tures,reflected total contributions,inciuding interest receivedfrominvestmentofsuchreceipts,of $186,431.34.Total cost ofnewchurchfacilities,including minor expenditures resultingfromtheprogramandinterestduringconstruction,amounted to$289,693.64, Long-term borrowings,in amount of $112,000.00,provided for thebalancedue,$103,262.30,leaving a balance in the hands of yourcommitteeof$8,737.70. Un proper motion,tinanimously adopted,the Session voted:Totransferthebalance,$8,737.70,represented by checks totaling6,637.70,satisfactory evidence of a cash item of $100.00,end proper record pf a previous transfer of $2,000.00,to theBoardofDeacons,recognizing this amount included certain desig-nated contributions for specific purposes not yet accomplished;at its own request,to dissotve the Committee,previously createdbytheSessionstoexpressthesincerethanksoftheSessionfortheaccomplishmentsofyourcommtttee, Contributions received by your Committee approximated 644%ofthetotalcostofourbuildingprogramtolate,and far exceededtheoriginalplannedexpenditureoftheBuildingCommission.Inaddition,the Session feels in this work you have greatly encour-agred Christian Stewardship within our congregation,a blessingthatwillcontinuetobearfruit, The Session wishes to convey its leepest appreciation for thisfaithfulworkinbehalfofHisChurch, Yours very truly, THE SESSION-FIRST.A.R.P.Church Robert Marshburn,Moderatot y FIRST A.R.P.CHURCH:BUILDING FUND,STATESVILLE,N.C.STATEMENT OF RECEIPTS &DISBURSEMENTSAPRIL18,1950 DECEMBER 3,1958 RECEIPTS: Contributions 544.13,Dividends from investments 781.7%**Church Gen.Fund 000.00TheNorthwesternBank(short term loan)000.00 The Northwestern Bank (short term loan)000.00Merchants&Farmers Bank (long term loan)000.00TheNorthwesternBank(long term loan)000.00 Total receipts ———_$400 325.84 DISBURSEMENTS: First Bldg.&«Loan Assn.(to mature 20 shrs.)235.00iTomHutchens(building sketches)200 .00Merchants&Farmers Bank (d/m check book)4.27 A.T.Hollingsworth (building sketches)100.00 Merchants &Farmers Bank (safe deposit box)1.93 Duplex Envelope Co.(coin envelopes)5.04BradyPrintingCo.(memorial cards &Ledger sheets)18.47 Design Associates (Architect)contract 13 503.19L.B.Grier (wrecking old bldg.)contract 2 100.00 State Plumbing &Htg.Co.(plumbing contract)4 840.00 Elmore Const.&Supply Co.Inc.(General)contract 210 306.74 Wail-Turner Co.(Heating)contract 21 962.00 City H&ectric Co.(Klectrical)contract 20 016.80 Statesville Mfg.Co.(paper to cover old brick)22.50V.&.Lackey (labor-covering old Brick)1.50 Peoples Loan and Savs.Bank (Grier B.Class note)364.50Peoplesloan&Savs.Bank (Pressly B.Class note)275.00PeoplesL&S Bank(Int.on $12 000.00 short term)29.33Merchants&F.Bank(Int.on$l10 000.00 short term)24.45 Gaither Building Co.Inc.Contract 1,474.19SouthernDeskCo.Inc.(Pews)contract 9 526.88Statesvilleliardwave&Paint Co.17.15 Laws Stained Glass Studios 458.50 Lawing Rug &Carpet Works (mothproofing)200.00StatesvilleInsulationCo.(venetian blind)13.00ShellBlectricCo.(wiring range)23.77R.C.Bryson (6 invoices-misc.)23.18Reese's Antique Shop (2 tables &Urns)144.20UnitedLuthernPub.House (Offering plates)107.10StatesvilleReady-Mix Concrete Co.(side wnlk)245.00J.W.Ayers (reupholstering furn-ladies lounge)17.00 Chrisman Interiors (curtains &drapes)294.12 Glenn Fox Paint Co.(painting window)6.43 C.R.Dagenhart,(tree surgery)12.00 Gilbert Engineering Co.,Inc.(concrete work)1 000.00 P 5 Total Receipts $400 325.84 DISBURSEMENTS CON:“ Case Bros.Piano Co.(1 piano model 45)$1 995.00FirstA.R.P.Church (advance on closing bal.)2 000.00Merchants&Farmers Bank (note of Gen.Treas.)60 000.00TheNorthwesternBank(short term note)40 000,00 Total Disbursements Balance on hand and in banks 12/3/58 To close Bullding Fund Account: First A.R.P,era agh wyhanht eno on M&F Bnk)$6 137.70FirstA.R.P.Church,Gen.Treas.(check on N W Bnk)500.00FirstA.R.P.Church,Check held as cash item, unpaid balance 100.00 TOTAL -To close A Balance on hand and in banks 12/3/58 *$60,000.00 borrowed by General Treasurer,short term,from M &F Bank. **$1,000.00 Interest paid by Building Fund. This Report is respectfully submitted,for the approval of the Session; FIRST A.R.P.CHURCH,BUILDING FUND Wpwdag’sion Washington reas. Frank Deaton,Chr. Chas.W.Washington, Mrs.John D.Patterson A.E.Guy Mrs.R.C.Bryson Mrs.W.L.Mundhenke Mrs.das.L.Pressly WHEREAS Neal S.Sharpe,for many years an activeandloyalmemberoftheFirstAssoci:te ReformedPresbyteriinChurch,was called to his HeavenlyhomeonOctober14,1 WHEREAS Mr.Sharpe,having previously served as a Deacon,was elected to the office of Ruling der on December 26,1925,and served contin-uously and faithfully in that office until hisdeath,and WHEREAS,in a ddition to diligent attention tootherdutiesofhisoffice,Mr.Sharpe ministeredinthenameofnisMasterasaacherofchild-ren in the Sabbath School,especially showingChristianloveandconcernforchildrenofour 1 A Ss sation not blessed with ChristianArenom NOW,_aREPORE,BE IT RESOLVBD by the Session ofPacetA.Ke Ps Church that we rec rd with affect-ion ed yratitude Mr,Sharpe's years of servicetotheMaster,his tt!hirty three years of serviceasa!ing E and his example of Christianlovecni> it further resolved t’copy ofutionbhsenttO?rs his famil copy be placed in t!permanent recor Session,ttes ng to our profoun?sorrow inispassingnlourgratefulnessforhislifeandChristianexample, Voeis "He hath shown thee O man what is good.And whatdoththeLordrequireoftheebuttodojustlyandtolovemercyandwalkhumblywiththeGod," WHERBAS,Henry S.Douglas was called to his Eternal Home on October 28,1958,having been an active and loyal member of First Associate Reformed Pres- byterian Church for many years,and WHERBAS Mr.Douglas,after serving as Deacon for a number of years,was elected a Ruling Elder of this congregation on February 20,1944,and served in that capacity until his death,and WIEREAS Mr.Douglas,faithful in the dischargeoftheofficialdutiesofanElder,ministered to the needy,visited the sick,and actively 1sought tose who were not save, NOW,TUIGREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Session ofFirstA.R.P.Church,in memory of his fourteenyearsofserviceasaRulingElder,his ny yearsofChristianservicetothisChurchandtohiscommunity,toat this resolution be inscr d in thé permanent records of the Session, Be it further resolved that a copy be sent theoC+J J12mb:is family as evidence of our sympathy stian :oO an }1 our gratitude for the years of Chri7fellowshipandwisecounsel, "As we have therefore opportunity;let us do rood,especially unto them who are of the household offaith," IIB SESSION FIRST ae R.rs CHURCH iEurn,Mode rator a awereStawteryson,Clerk WHEREAS WVilbiam A.Sample was called home by God in his infinite wisdom on October 31,1958,and WHEREAS Mr.Sample had served his Master in the work of this church in many capacities during his years of faithful membership,having been elected Ruling Elder on December 31,1933 after serving as a Deacon for a number of years prior to that time, and ex Cywisecounsel,an’his unselfish service to his Church,he devoted much of his time to the ministry among the less fortunate of the community,exhibit- ing Christian love for those in need, WHEREAS,in addition to his Christian example,his NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED by the Session ofFirstA..P.Church that we record,with grate- ful appreciation for his life,his twenty five years of service as a member of tis boly,his years of service to the church,and his Christian minist in the community, Be it further resolved that a copy of this resol-ution be placed in the permanent records of theSessionan?a copy be sent to his family,as anexpressionofoursympathy,with a deep sense ofL Yrsratitude for his Christian Fellowship. ’?PD 2 »essed is he that considereth tx1the pour; Lord will deli r him 1 time of trouble," wor ana ‘iaiiiinaeTHESESSION FIRST A.R. eeswanea~wealOF-a7?7047¢7!segak5Kentay|WestL)=57%9,1)aeaeien/7Ceee—-—“as“O7oxr8INz7 aapueraty~wh~AywuryyWCBSD8)¥49eeaee eemecaene——oe,«eyseee“TP?7I0UNF_——6SAowwrayBEO87=7]Xf.9/eeas.sieteYYaoeGI77IOUNFunqgsyikFY9trywessyhovwryy|GORL977XISEJANIWISVALIN 4?gaeepaEErenege_“By"aySsaecduarit:~eeehet=CPITOUNG~~.Of°Caw—awkVEKeaaap”puekagy7aKeownay” WIRT=FCTROW|PEGSFbXFN:9a[eeWSaecoSOPIVIM Peamigywhp-“Kaewrsy 43860/7©945©9.1Lie S oe>D2TTYINZAYAYamoeya4IvUbeFwt£07=,9,4%.94ste-areOsoresey9~CITRUNTTPP)“$027-0-Kvasvyyore)WS=OL/x,8/ o2STPPS“De=HY4Y:OF-G2710INTQuasi24¢-2RvasyonyESET+9XFC/<esLi-#0Z-TPIIDOUNTSakoo/“pevuibs7SeuWEBY:caine 2PAX§/ CORRECTION WO"xX Fb "2 10F 96t|6"x F6"*10%Het|UC"KPO 10%sgt |Lh”XZ”Hye Baowr 20. 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TMMEDIATE NETMDS,in the A.R.Presbyterian Church,Statesville,N.C. 1.Nursery-need a room,or additional space,to accommodate at least 18 more children,at present.(ir.and Mrs.Armistead's class) 2.Beginner -need to divide yr.beginners,and have space for at least 12 more children.(Ifiss Cynthia Brow's class) Nursery-(lirs.Byrd,3 yr.)need to have space for at least 13 more children.Larger room (at least 20 sq.ft.)needed. Primary -(iirs.Bost,6 yr.)need room for at least 10 more children, and an assembly room of at least 300 sq.ft.(additional) Junior Dept.-(Mr.Little,10 yr.)in Sept.,1959,ifr.Little will have 23 in his class.Another class room is needed, or additional space in the present one.By Sept., 1960,another classroom will be needed,if we are to remain departmentalized in our classes. R.J.iarshburn Class -need a room for class of about 30,right now. Has enrollment of 6. PRESENT ENROLMENT AND PKOJECTED EchuLL:ENT NEAT YEAR wichout allowing for any growth in our Sabbath School e CLASS Enrollment for 1959-1960Jan.,1959.septe,l9°>. NURSERY Armisteads 30 30 Byrd 18 18 BEGINNER Brown 20 18 Hines 22 20 PRIMARY Bost _(6 yr.)20 22Freeze(7 yr.)8 10Alexander(7 yr.)10 10Reavis(8 yr.)11 8 Bryant 10 10 JUNIOR Ferber >BB 11 Grier >10Little(10 yr.)18 23Hines(ll yr.)15 18 JR.HIGH Goodwin (12 yr. Brom (12 yr. 10 8 9 7) )Pharr (13 sl 19 19Alderfer(1)yr.8 19 SENIOR HIGH Kimmons (15-18)23 23 Brown (15-18)19 19 HRHHHHAHRHRHAHHHHHHHHAHeHH TABLE used in figuring minimum space requirements for classrooms: Nursery -25 sq.ft.per child Beginner-20 sq.ft.per child Primary -18 sq.ft.per child Jujfior ~20 sq.ft.per child (they are able to do more activities with art,moving about to interest centers,etc.) Jr.High -15 sq.ft.per child Sr.High -12 sq.ft.per youth Adults -8 sq.ft.per adult (this provides space for lecture type only.PresbyWeds figured on basis of 10 sq.ft.per adult. Rooms to be used by children should strive toward having 300 sq.ft.per room, and should be rectangular,with the proportion of length to width not greater than three to two.Rooms for young people and adults should be at least 12*x 15',or 180 sq,ft. In the children's division,it is wise to keep the groups relatively small, with not over /S in a nursery group,not over 25 in a beginner group,and not over 25 in a junior or primary group.(This number of course,where the space is at least 300 sq.ft.) The R.J.Marshburn Class is now meeting in the sanctuary.They need space for at least 30 adults. Church met January 14,19598, farshburn and fol Towin y el de Frank Ne ton F1 21 om ant i » oe & ?Julian White,Alb »Lugene Little uw be “ ian Education,Mr Miller preentédd survey of the individ classes in taini addit peared before 5e 1 on beh ng tospace requirements Lonal so pointed out the f: sses were overcowded, srown, EF hesad -veErVv ivant:< The Session February 11, following e Julian Robe rt kins, M ae 5 :Mee tins On motion membersh Presbyte from Fi )a )aX++ .Hugcene,Bradford. ituted bur >poe,Ferank .tf"Special Service: Yeaton., LCESe Special y nrayer Session Board of Christian Education FIRST ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA For Fiscal Year April 1,1959 to March 31,1960 Pastor Director of Christian Education Secretary &Assistant Recorder Janitor and Maid Music-Organist &Choir Director Synod Causes oreign Missions Home Missions Erskine College Ministerial Insurance Ministerial Retirement Board of Christian Education Others nse Dunlap Orphanage Special Causes onclarken Development Fund Pakistan Hospital,,..0.¢A4%(po) Other Missions (Classes) Deacon's Fund Other Specials Missionary SocietySynodCauses Special Causes Junior &Intermediate Unions Young People's Desserts Others “Sabbath School Expense Newspaper YPCU and ICU Program Boy Scouts,Cubs,Brownies General ete Telephone,Lights,Fuel Repairs &Equipment Janitor Supplies Printing and Stationery Insurance Visiting Ministers Bible Teacher in City Schools Broadcasting Expense Car and Utilities Expense~Pastor CONTINUED $4,500.003,800.001,920.00 3,744.001,680.00_ $3,145.002,125.001,870.00400.00230.00365.00365.00 $250.00 $1,000.00300.00700,00300.00300.00400.00 <&|Feo oo? 742.00152.00154.00 62h,,00 414.00 $2,340.00225.00720.00 250.00 $3,600.002,000.00 325.001,350.00 1,500.00400.00610.0075.001,800.00 $8,500.00 $280,00 $2,086.00 $3,535.00 Hut Expense Contingencies GeneralExpense (Continued)5 ar and Convention Expense (DCE) New Church Debt Retirement and Interest Improvement &New Equipmant TOTAL BUDGET $13,160,00 $25,000.00 $715475.08 ah 'Foe.72o aid Se Fr Hubert and Albert)Cai motic finesion the ses On motic sented by Boards Pilaeannin; Librery, replacinmons, Evans, Ti ter year 19 On Basin to the co nN |CcDOAaAXOf & ly avOi White, 10nNS ly Nnast ubert Brow!hywe z AHHOE<PC ard IS. 2301expr nanairy Literature, immons,B lembers res hburn,Miss Clyde Walker. Et ible School eee ee De Or risoRache ad :aUoftheLthe ited bude t Board hy DeactheMode’ was adopt A 10+4 -+Hprese tans at ive a+ Pisgah, i,Mrs the .q2sseq fw at +1.2 for to the yson, hel Kestiler, ctor (1960) john Kar Loyis Church liscussed, sentation Session of First A.®.P.Church met immediately preceding the Morning Service May 10,1959,with Rev.Marshburn and the following elders present:V.3.Lackey,D.L.Pressly, Paul Ashburn,Eugene Little,Robert Reavis,Flake Jenkins, Albert White,&.C.Bryson,Frank Deaton,and Hubert Brown, With Plummer Jones,an elder but not currently active on the Board,present, Jack Baer was received on préfession of Faith,and was baptised during the meeting. Meeting was opened with prayer by R.C.Bryson,and closed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, Robert_Marshburn,ModeratorAMay10,1959 R.C.Br¥Yson,Clerk ‘Session of First A.R.P.Church met imnediately preceding the Morning Service on May 24 with Rev.Marshburn and thefollowingelderspresent:Flake Jenkins,Robert Reavds, V.BE.Lackey,Albert White,and R.C.Bryson, On motion,following were received by transfer or statementfromchurchesindicatéd: Mr.Oscar Stradley,Diamond Hill Baptist Church,City .Mrs.Oscar Stradley,New Perth A.R.P.Church,Troutman, Mrs,Warren Mosser and daughters,Janet and Doris, from Baptist @hurch ,Hendersonville,N.C. S.B.Johnson,Jr.was received on Profession of Faith, Meeting was opened with prayer by Robert Reavis,Closed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn,. hburn,Moderator May 24,1957 R.Cy epyeon,Clexx Sessiom of First A.R.P.Church met at 8:30 P.M.onMay27,1959 with Rev.Robert Marshburn and the followingelderspresent:Albert White,R.L.Bradford,D.L.Pressly,V.EB.Lackey,Julian White,Hubert Brown,Flake Jenkins,and Rk,C.Bryson,&,C.Bryson opened meeting with prayer. John Kimmons,an Blider,appeared before the Session regard- ing one of our members soon leaving Bethel Colony to return home,and requested tiat the Session be much in prayer con- cerning this man,together with exerting every effort to , assist in anyb way possible in his adjustment upon returning to his home, Meeting of General Synod at Bonclarken June 2-5 was calledtoattentionoftheSessim,and R.C.Bryson was electeddelegate. There was brief giscussion of proposed retirement plan forministersofthedenomination.R.L.Bradford and R.C.Brysonmentionednumerousprovisionsoftheplanwhictheyopposed.On motion of Dr.David L.Pressly,the delegate to Synod wasauthorizedtovoteashewishedonthematter. The pastor was authorized to secure Miss Janet Robinson fortheprayerserviiceonJune3, Blders volunteering to be responsibie for prayer servicesduringJulywere:Hubert Brow,July 1,D.L.Pressly,July 15andRK.L.Bradford July 22,R.C.Bryson was to contact absenteldersandmakeprovisionforJuly8andJuly29, Rev.Marshburn advised he had written Paul Sherrill and Cc.&.Edwards regarding supply for two Sabbaths in July,and wishedtocontactRev.John Parks and Jim Clauffy regarding the twootherSabbaths,The Session approved,and suggested in eventallofthesecouldnotbesecured,Dr.8.N.Orr,Rev.DillAllison,and Dr.Ernest Beatty might be contacted. Paul Ashburn and R.C.Bryson were elected as committee toserveduringRev.Marshburn's vacation in July to determinenecessityofhisreturningwhileonvacationandadviseofillness,etc.in the congregation during his absence. Rev.Marshburn advised Rev.C.8.Bdwardw would be available forspecialservicesinMarch,1960,and he in turn would holdSpecialservicesthatfallatFirstChurch,Atlanta,Ga. On motion of Session,Frank Deaton was seletted as Chatimenpfvisitationcommitteeresultingfromplansofthevisitationcommitteepreviouslyauthorizedbythesession. Session was closed with prayer by Hubert Brown and Rev,Marsh- burn,remebering especially the matter presented by John Kimmons. P / on tae May 27,1959 R.C.BFyson,Clerk Session of First A.Rk.P.Church met immediately pre- ceding the Morning Service on June 28,1959 with Rev.Robert Marshburn and the following elders present:V.&. Lackey,Robert Reavis,Frank Deaton,Eugene Little,R.L.Bradford,FPlake Jenkins and R.C.Bryson. Meeting was constituted with prayer by &.L.Bradford, On Motion,following were received into membership by transfers Miss Harriet Barkley,from Black Mt.Pres.Church Mrs.John J.O'Connor,from Black Mt.Pres.ChurchMr.Clifford McCachren,from Rocky River Pres.ChurchMrs.Clifford McCachren,fron Lst Pres.Church, Waynesville,N.C. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Mar&burn, Robe rt_Marshburn,Mode rator June 28,1959 The Session of Pirst A. 8315 P.M.wit INCV o O presents:V.&.Lackey, Reavis,Flake Jenkins, Deaton,Albert White an ha a 8 *MarehhueMeetinMALSAVUIH. S$reported on work of Music Committee, questing Mr,PLOCE TT rect the Sabbath evenings heading a committee of fi hip BvangeDeatonscommitteetovistpects,Comittee to vist those w d become inactiv The pastor reported Frank Deato ’1 B 1 ¥services. with then, on motion preva cont 1-7 :L i appropriate a 1w9+77 c lesignating some other permanenti contribution could be applied,The basis. U The Session of First A.R.P.Church Met immediately em i ’FaZ +if,e ‘ve a4 ’ The Session of First A.&.P.Church met at 8:15 P.M. October 14 with Rev.Robert Marshburn and the following elders present:Flake Jenkins,Robert Reavis,Albert White, D.L.Pressly,Paul Ashburn,and R.C.Bryson.Plummer F, Jones,an elder retired under the rotary system,was also present. Meeting was opened with with prayer by Rev.Marhsburn, Mr.Jones,on behlaf of the Board of Deacons,presented aplanforreductionoftheindebtednessofthechurch,Theplanprovidedforvoluntarygiftsbymembersofthecon-gregation at the end of the year to be applied as reductionofprincipal,and showed the advantages and savings in interestthatwouldbeeffectedbyaspecialdriveatthistime, On motion,the plan was unanmhously adopted as presented,and the cooperation of the Session and its members offeredinanymanneritcouldbeused, There was a discussion of music used by the choir,and thepastoragreedtodiscussthismatterwiththedirectorofthechoir. Mr.Paul Ashburn was elected as delegate to Fall MeetingofFirstPresbyteryatEbenezerChurchonOctober20,withR.C.Bryson as alternate, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by R.C.Bryson. Robert Marshburn,Moderator October 14,1959 R.C.Bryson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately pré-ceding the morning service on October 18,1959 with Rev,Marshburn and the followinf elders present:Frank Deaton,V.EB.Lackey,Bugene Little,Hubert Brown,Fla‘e Jenkins,Albert White,Robert Reavis,and R.C.Bryson,The MeetingwasopenedwithprayerbyRev.Marshburn, The Following were received by transfer of letter: Mr.Luke Livingston from Race Street Methodist Church,CityMrs,Luke Livingston From Presbyterian Church,Barium SpringsMr.and Mrs.Alvin Jones from First Congregational Church,Monticello,Iowa, The Following were received on Profession of Faith: Jeffrey Jones Nancy Lynn Johnson. Cont'd-October 18,1959 Meeting was closed with prayer by V.EH.Lackey. fans »Moderator NE aaaekedOctober18,1959 i Clerk Examined &Approved By The First Presbytery LLMot. The Session of BPirst A.2.P.Church met immediately preceding the morning service on December 13,1959,with Rev.Marshburn and the following elders present:Hubert Brown,Albert White,Flake Jenkins,R.C.Bryson,Paul Ashburn,Eugene Little,Frank Deaton,D.L.Pressly,V.E. Lackey and Robett Reavis, ‘ Meeting was constituted with prayer by Paul Ashburn, Mr.and Mrs,George Kimberlin were received by state- ment of Membership from Mission Home Baptist Church and Letter of Transfer from New Sterling A.R.P. Church,respectively. Mr.arid Mrs.Tom Hutchens were received by statememt of membership in First Baptist Church and re-affirmation of Faith,respectively. The following who had attended the Communicants Class conducted by the pastor were received on Profession of Faith: Cynthia Arey Susan Pharr Sammy Rhyne Judy Garrison Madge Kestler Sherry Jano Don Davidson, adjourned with prayer by the Moderator, Robert_Marshburn,Moderator roO(GFZ, (Ke —Z,5 ——eeC.Bfyson,Clerkc The Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8:30 P.M.onJanuary13,1960 with Rev.Marshburn and followine elders present:V.BE.Lacey,Robert Reavis,Flake Jenkins,HubertBrown,D.L.Pressly,R.L.Bradford,k.C.Bryson,BugeneLittle,Julian White,and Fran:Deaton, Meeting was opened with prayer by Rk.C.Bryson, The Moderator announced date had been set for Special Ser-vices in the spring to be led-by Dr.C.E.Edwards,the services to Begin Sabbath,March 20,and to continue each eveing through March 25.It was agreed that appointment ofcommitteesandotherplanswouldbemadeatnextregularmeeting.' On motion,the Moderator was authogized toarrange for theRev.Jac Heinsohn to conduct special services in the springof1961ifasatisfacoérydatecouldbearranged. Election of four elders,to succeed four whose terms undertherotarysystemexpireMarch31wasdiscussed,It was agreedthatannouncementofcongregationalmeetingfornominationswouldbemadeJanuary31,meeting to be held Feb.7,andnominationstobemadeafterfurnishingeachmemberalist ofthemenofthecongregationnowresidingwithintheboundsofthecongregation,excluding elders not eligible for electionatthistimeandmemberswhoarenotofhighschoolgraduationgeeFromthislist,cach member shall vote for four,The 16highestshallbevotedonbythecongregationFeb,14,and the8highestinthisballotingshallbevotedonFebruary21.thefourhighestbeingelectedforsix-year terms.Deacons willbeelectedinthesamemanner,with announcement of meetingfornominationonFebruary28beingmadetheprecedingSabbath,February 21,The number to be elected shall be determined aftercompletionoftheelectionofelders, of schedule of eveni:g services for the simmersultedinamotion,passed,that the matter be de-action and the mxt regular meeting, Une matter,discussed after conclusion of the mee ing but madeapartoftheofficialbusiness,provided,on»motion duly madandunanimouslypass@d,that the pastor be granted vacation forthesummermonthsatsuchtimeandforsuchperiodasheleemedadvisabletoenablehimtomaketriptoEuropewhichwastent-tavily planned, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Mod lerator January 13,1960 ~+2Arran i. ;0ii10We f r cfollewAgece tne sanctuar’or lultsYoursmartrayermedstee.:mOULL @ s'Siaves and oider juniers,while iheyoungeColidrenge}ate f »OE :parat or tneir own service.and programAnurseryshouldcareforthe;est ch re AajCitiJ:PUP ihthefellewLa"Ioue:<“ i The Session of First A.R.P.Church met in called session at 7:30 P.M.Nprél 9,1960 with Rev.Marshbirn and the following elders present:V.EB.Lackey,Bugene Little,0.1. Pressly,Robert Reavis,Paul Ashburn,R.C.Bryson,AlbertWhite,Julian White,Hubert Brown,Frank Deaton,Flake Jen-~ kins,and R.L.Bradford, Rev.Marshburn advised city officials had received inform- ation that delegations of colored people contemplated visit- ing each of the downtown churches in the city on April 10. After full discussion,with remarks by each elder present, motion previaled that in event such visit did occur,that the Deacons seat them in two rear pews of church,such pews to be reserved until remainder of church was filled,for thatpurpose,with the understanding that should this visit develop,the Session would meet immediately following the service incalledmeetingtodéterminewhatfurtheractionorpolicymightbenecessaryatthattime. Meeting was opened and closed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn,the closing prayer being preceded with prayer by Prank DeatonandR.C.Bryson, eh (asahbutn? R.C.BryApril9,1960 son,Clerk Session met in called meeting immediately preceding themorningserviceonApril19,1960,with Rev.Marshburn andfollowingelderspresent:D.L.Pressly,Paul Ashburn,8.BE.Little,V.8.Lackey,Julian White,Hubert Brown and R.C.Bryson, Paul Ashburn was elected delegate to First Presbytery April19atHuntersville,N.C.with R.C.Bryson to serve asalternate, Following were received into membership,having attendedforanumberofSabbathmornings,a communicants classconductedbythepastor: , Dick Kimmons Patty Murdhenke Tim Waugh Martha Elliot Debbie Wooten Coleman Absher,Jr. Becky Little Jenny Hutchens R.J.Melville Rebecca lIlutchens a The meeting was opened with Prayer by ev.Marshburn,and Closed with prayer by Bugene Little,“A derator April 18,1960 x,erk 245 On Aptil 10,1960,at duly called congregational meeting,the following were elected to serve as Deacons,following nominating ballots on preceding Sabbaths: Prank Arey Jack Baer K.C.Caldwell Bernard Jano Harry Lee Moore W.L.Mundhenke Joe W,Ramsey Joe Sellers A.B.Stradley William Walker Wade Watt April 10,1960 The Session met in called meeting immediately preceding themorningserviceonMayl,1960 with Rev.Marshburn and thefollowingelderspresent:&.C.Bryson,R&.L.Bradford,R.B.Wood,Paul Ashburn,D.L.Pressly and Albert White, Meeting was opened with prayer by Rev.Mar burn. Upon motion,following were received into full membe rshipuponprofessionoffaith,having previously attended thePastor's communicant classes: Jo Ann Aldefor Edith GravesJohnNesbit Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Paul AShburn, Robert Marshburn,Moderator May 1,1960 R.A A oe.Clerk oF The Session of First A.R.P.Church met May 11,1960 at 8:15 P.M.with Rev.Marshburn and following elders present: Flake Jenkins,Roscoe Stilwell,Albert White,Sam Gaither, Paul Ashburn,Hubert Brown,&.C.Bryson,R.B.Wood,Robert Bradford and John Kimmons, Meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown, Called meeting at 10;45 A.M.May 15 was announced. The moderator advised that Board of Christian Education de- sired further assistance in developing plan for evening worship services previously adopted by the Session. On Motion duly adopted the following order of service,to begin May 15,was adopted on trial basis for period of six months: Service to begin at 7:00 P.M.each Sabbath Praise and vespers until 7315 or 7320.,with all groups attending except younger Juniors amd nursery goopPeAtend of Praise and Vesper portion,Y.P.C.U.and I.C.U.Groups would adjourn for meeting of their respective groups. Adults would remain for remainder of eveing worship, with all services to be eoncluded between 7345 and 8:00 P.M.Music,with piano and/or organ,wuld be provided under arrangement of committee, Nursery would be provided for small children wach evening. Fellowship hour preceding evenine service would be provided once each month, On motion,the pastor and elders to be named by him would constitute a combattee to assist and advise with the BoardofChristianBducationanditscommitteespreviouslydes- ignated to wor.out final details of this plan, Because of school closings,etc.Evening service May 22 and May 29 were called off, Meeting adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, Robert (Hata Moderat or May 11,1960 C Lysine Gen =: Session of First A.R.Presbyterian Church met May 22,1960 with Rev.Marshburn and following elders present:Albert White,V.E.Lackey,R.B.Wood,Sam C.Gaither,R.C.Bryson,Flake Jenkins and Hubert Brown. Meeting was opened with prayer by the Moderator. Johnnie Ray Hendren was received by transfer from thePirstPresbyterianChurch,Mooresville,N.C.Mrs.Hendren was received on statement,being a member ofPirstBaptistChurch,Mooresville. Mr.Clarence McCurdy was received into membership uponprofessionoffaithandBaptism,R.C.Bryson was é@lected asdelegate to Synod,Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Hubert Brown, Robe rt 4h Mapal Moderator -Leflyyr—May 22,1960 R.C.Bfyson,Clerk Session of Farst A.R,Presbyterian Church met August7,1960 with Rev.Marshburn and following elders present:Frank Deaton,Flake Jenkins,Hubert Brown,V.E.Lackey,R.B.Wood and Roscoe Stilwell present, The following were received into membership: Mr.and Mrs.Floyd Kearas by transfer, Mrs.Ruth Basinger by transfer, Dr,and Mrs.Paul R.Kearas by transfer, Judy,Bobby and Kathy Kearns by transfer, Meeting was opened and closed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn Ae “sh sb Mouratee/g2 August 17,1960 R.C,Bryson,Clerk Session of First A.R.Presbyterian Church met August 11, 1960 with Rev.Marshburn,Student Spears Alexander,and the following elders present:Frank,Deaton,R.B.Wood, Flake Jenkins,Albert White,Julian White,Sam Gaither, R.C.Bryson,R.A.Stilwell and R.L.Bradford, Meeting was opened with prayer by Flake Jenkins. The moderator expressed the gratitude of the Session andthecongregationtoSpearsAlexander,who had served asassistantministerduringthepasttenweeks, Note was made of change in Church year,which in the futurewillbeginJanuary1ofeachyear.Motion was made and ad-opted that in the future,Elders and Deacons replacing those rtiring under the rotary system would be held be-ginning October 1,with those elected to be ordained andinstalledJanuary1, The Sabbath school officers will continue to serve untilApril1,1961,with their successors to be elected at thattimetoserveuntilJanuary1,1962, A leéter from Bernard Kunkle relative to preparation ofprintediné6rmationconcerningthechurchforbenefitofnewmemberswasreadanddiscussed.On Motion,R.L.Bradford was designated to serve on Committee with am re-presentative from the Deacons to prepare this material, Discussion was requested concerning plans of music committeenowconsideringMr.Kenneth Bradshaw as choir director andMrs.Gar Smith as organist. The Moderator announced he planned to hold special servicesatWhiteOakOctober8ththrou10th,and at Atlanta,FirstChurch,November 13-20. Session confirmed the selection of Gene Broome by the BoardofChristianEducationasSecretaryoftheSabbathSchool. Announcement was made of meeting of Fisherman's club withintwoweeks, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator August 11,1960 Session of First A.R.P.Church met August 14,1960 with Rev.Marhsburn and the following elders present:Frank Deaton,Julian White,Hubert Brown,R.L.Bradford,Rosooe Stilwell,V.EB.Lackey and R.C.Bryson. Meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown. Mr.Howard Anderson,Jr.was received on statement,being a member of First Baptist Church,City. Meeting was closed with prayer by the Moderator. Robert Marshburn,Moderator August 14,1960 —Gllayspe ——_— Session of Pirst A.R.P.Church met September 14,1960 with following members present:Rev.Marshburn,Roscoe Stilwell,Frank Deaton,Hubert Brown,John Kimmons,R.C. Bryson,R.L.Bradford,R.B.Wood and Sam Gaither. Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton. There was general discussion concerning literature used un the Sabbath school as related to that recommended by the Committee of Synod at its last meeting. On Motion,the Moderator was authorized to appoint three members from the Session to serve with Mrs.Miller,Rev, Marshburn and the Supt.of Sabbath School to study the literature now being used and make appropriate recommend- ations to the Session, Announeemnet was made of Blders Meeting of First Presby-tery at Huntersville September 28,1960. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator. Robert Warshburn,Moderator heSept.14,1960 t.C.Bryson,Clerk Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately precedingthemorningserviceoonOctober2,1960 with Rev.Marsh-burn and following elders present:R.L.Bradford,AlbertWhite,Julian White,Bugene Little,I.0.Morrison,FrankDeaton,Roscoe Stilwell,R.B.Wood,Joh n Kimmons,SamGaither,Hubert Brown,Charles Washington,and R.C.Bryson. Meeting was opened with prayer by the Moderator. Mr.and Mrs.H.T.McDaniel(Carolyn Leagon}were receivedbyletter,Mrs.McDaniel having formerly been a member ofthischurch. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the moderator. aol All 1 bah en or (tek | R.C.Bryson,Clerk — Session of First A.%.P Church met immediately precedingthemorningserviceonOctober16,1960 with Rev.Marshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:Paul Ashburn,Albert White,Plake Jenkins,Hubert Brown,R.B.Wood,R.L.Bradford andR.C.Bryson, Meeting was opened with prayer by R.C.Bryson R.B.Wood,Jr.was é@lected as delegate to meeting of FirstPresbyteryatLindenChurch,Gastonia,October 18, Mr.and Mrs.Edwin W.Egee and Daughters,Joan and Carole,were received by letter of transre from Brinceton PresbyterianChurch,Springfield,Pa, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, ROB ¢T MAR bit IRN,MODERATOR Soicat cresncanecenisineesOct.16,1960 BRYSON,CLERK The Session of First A.R.P.Church met before the service on Sabbath,October 23,with Rev.Marshburn and the following elders present:Julian White,R.C.Bryson, Flake Jenkins,R.A.Stilwell,Frank Deaton,R.L.Brad- ford,John Kimmons and Hubert Brown, Meeting was opened with prayer by Flake Jenkins, Mrs,James Beam was received on statement of member- ship from Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Meeting was closed with prayer by the Moderator, nore rshburn,Moder ator October 23,1960 R.C.By son,Clerk Session of First A,R.P.Church met in regular meetingOctober26,1960 with Rev,Marhsburn and the followingelderspresent:S.C.Gaither,R.B.Wood,R.C.Bryson,John Kimmons,Julian White,Albert White,Hubert Brown. Meeting was opened with prayer by R.B.Wood, The Music Committee reported that Mr.Kenneth BradshawoftheMitchellCollegeMusicFacultyhadbeensecuredasChoirDirector,Mrs.Frank Deaton as Organist,andMrs.Gar Smith as Director of Junior Choir and assist-ant organiSte The Moderator stated to the Session matters that wereconside@ddattherecentmeetingofFirstPresbytery. [The Moderator @1so gave a preléminary report on theliteraturenowbeingusedintheSabbathSchoois, Meeting was adjourned after prayer by John’Kimmons, Loe rt_Marshburn,Moderator October 26,1960 4 son,Clerk The session of First A.RK.P.Church met in regularmeetingonNovember30,1960 with Rev.Marshburn and thefollowingelderspresent:Frank Deaton,R.B.Wood,FlakeJenkins,R,A.Stilwell,Hubert Brown,R.C.Bryson,R.L.Bradford and Albert White, Meeting was opened with prayer by R.A.Stilweal »andSpecialnotewasmadeofthefactthatelderJohnKim-mons was now visiting out Mission field in Pakistan asrepresentativeoftheMenofFirstPresbytery. There was extensive discussion of the present discussionofproposedelectiontolegalizesaleofalcoholicbev-erages through ABC stores, On motion of R.@.Bryson,Seconded by R.L.Bradford,and unanimously adopted,the Session endorsed the pos-ition being taken by the Moderator in opposition to theelection,and also endorsed his taking a public standatsuchopportfinitiesashedeemedappropriateinstat-ing his op»vosition, Motion was made that the Board of Blders and the BoardofDeaconssponsoranorcanizedcampaigntoencouragefithing, 4Notewasmadethat appointment of leaders for the JuniorsandIntermediateswassubjecttoapprovaloftheSession, Clerk was instructed to request the Jeacons to provide250.00 as expenses for obligations of the Session forthechurchyear1961, Meeting was closed with prayer by th Ketirt.Me nakleuresRobertMarshburn,Moder ator slerkmber30,1960 R.C,Brf#son,( FIRST ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA BUDGET For the Year 1961 SALARIES Pastor Retirement--Pastor Director of Christian Education Janitor and Maid Organist and two Choir Directors Secretary and Recorder Social Security SYNOD CAUSESForeign Missions 30% Home Missions 2h%Erskine College 23% Christian Education 23% SPECIAL CAUSES Session Bonclarken Development Fund Dorothy Dagenhart Dunlap Orphange Other Missions Deacon's Fund Other Specials Bible Teacher City Schools (Classes) WOMEN'S SOCIETY BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION GFNERAL EXPENSES Telephone,Lights,Fuel Repairs and Equipment Janitor Supplies Printing and Stationery Insurance Visiting Ministers Broadcasting Expense Car and Utilities--Pastor Car and Convention "xpense--DCE Hut Expense Contingencies NEW CHURCH Debt Retirement and Interest 4 New dditions TOTAL BUDGET $6,600,00231.004,000.004,004.002,280.00 2,340.00297.00 2,955.002,364.002,266.00 2.265.00 250.001,000.001,500.00720.00300.00300.00300.00 620.00 3,200.00 2,000.00 250.00 1,350.00 1,600.00 500.00 56.00 1,200.00 650,00 150.00 1,000.00— 1,400.00_7,500.00 $19,752.00 4,990.00 1,370.00 5,000.00 11,956.00 21,900.00 $74,818.00 The Session of First A.RK.P.Church met immediately pre- ceding the morning service on December 18 with the follow- ing elders present with the Moderator,Rev.Marhsburn: Julian White,Frank Deaton,R.C.Bryson,R.L.Bradford ] ?R1 alre Tani 4FlakeJCnkKkns,Julian White,Paul Ashburn and Hubert Brown, >opened with prayer by}y On motion,Mr,and Mrs.Frank Austin and daughters,Caro-lyn and Frances,were received by transfer from the Pres-byterian Church in Concord,N.C.of thefacttheMr.Aust t] an Elder .i in had served bot in the church at Concord, Meeting was ad j Inq Awari y Poove y Sessionof First A,R.P.Church met on January 15,1961 immediately prior to the morning service,with Rev,Marshburn and the following elders present:Frank Deaton, Julian White,Albert White,R,A.Stilwell,John Kimmons, R,C.Bryson,S.C.Gaither and R.B.Wood, as opened with prayer by R.C.Bryson, following were received into membership by transfer: Mr.Phil Loftin From New Perth A.R.P.ChurchMrs.Phil Loftin From Owens,S.C.Presbyterian ChurchMr.Frank Crowson From Concord Pres,ChurchMrs.Frank Crowson From Pressly Mem,A.R.P.ChurchMr.Kenneth Bradshaw From Salisbury A.R.P.Church.Mrs.Kenneth Bradshaw Prom Salisbury A.&.P.Church was adjourned with prayer by Rev,Marshburn, Robert Marshburn,Moderator Session of First A.R.P.Churchat8;00 P.M.in regular session,burn and the following elders pre Sam Gaither,Albert White,Prank Deaton,Julian White, Bryson, me Ww Flake J well and R.C“e WasMeeting Opened with prayer by meeting,previouslSabbath,January 29,adopted by the Board A congregational calied for for 1961 ofas emempowe Serve at On motion,the moder congregational ator hd ceee to amwas nensFlakeJenl ported on made report eparation of music, of brochure,nr The matt bulletin Club,A furnis!} For elected White and Bernard Ae e .,seAshburnandMr: ix ipatiyartic published to participate and other: ti Lor to be inmotion ig history tion of -1 sO ‘sion:Rew8eSS$1 Le BROEVseterens“rs2arysonrom Februa 25 tI infor: 144at Mar] o> ..‘147 ¢17)prep Lonara by and i OL f"OL 1 ¢Wi t bath bath fey4-4--.latter Imunionroecoli et:2nd St Sabbath 1962, PLaphHbatrn ai‘inJune,ir: January, After Ssion discussio ag reed rvice,al cards *Je >co 9 ~S OnereCO sents Hubert Brown, Iube rt to con r se isburn, Sess 25tJanuary25 ith Rev. Re Ly ,Rs enkins, »weed Robert Marka- Bradford, Wood, A.Stil- R9) DpaN. Brown, y announced, Sider the Deacons was bud¢eet deanto appoint a meet red thisLS ANG6 and iryson;aX the 11S e 1ilimryth tinbullet mwasft[as y c atio adopted, the ifollow wereChairman,Julianion,Plummer JonesDeacons,]Paul no ee MiaMrs, ;rOUDs Octobe munion, scrvice Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately preceding the morning service on February 5,1961 With Rev.Robert Marhsburn and the following elderspresent:Frank Deaton,Hubert Brown,S.C.Gaither, Albert White,R.A.Stilwell,Julian White,R.C.Bryson,R.L.Bradford and Flake Jenkins. Meeting was opened with prayer by R.C.Bryson, The following were received by transfer: Mr.&Mrs.Willard Overcash Shelby Jean Overcash Mrs.Durwood Morrison Miss Mary Helen Morrison Above from Front St,Pres.Church,City Miss Betty Seigle From Fist Reformed Church,Lenoir Meeting was tlosed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Robert ‘cine Moderator é Hh — February 5,1961 N.C firyson,cleck The Session of First A.R.P.Church met Wednesday evening,February 22,1961 with Rev,Marshburn and thefollowingelderspresent:R.L.Bradford,R.C.Bryson, Flake Jenkins,R.A,Stilwell,Albert White,Julian White and John Kimmons, Meeting was opened with prayer by Flake Jenkins, Frank Deaton was elected delegate,with R.L.Bradfordasalternate,to Presbytery at Tabernacle Church onMarch21, RepPrt on progress of Rotary Edition and on preparationofbrochurewasmade,One page was reserved for theRotaryEdition. Pastor was granted permission to be away for severaldaysduringweekofFebruary27, Pastor was also granted permission to attenddthe CentenialmeetingoftheGeneralAssemblyofPresbyterianchurchatDallas,Texas Week of April 27,under appointment asPraternalDelegatefromourGeneralSynod, In planning for special services in April,motion wasmadethatcottageprayerservicesbearrangedfortheweekpriortotheservices,and Mr,V.8.Lackey wasselectedtomakearrangementfortheseservices. There was some discussion relative to request for theopinionofeldersregardingthematterofchurchunionaSproposedbyFirstPresbytery. Meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, Rabe Marshburn,Moderator Feb,22,1961 Re Us Liga Cierk~~ Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately after the morning service on March 12,1961,with Rev.RobertMarshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:R.C.Bryson,R.L.Bradford,3.C.Gaither,John Kimmons,R.B.Wood, Frank Deaton,Julian White,Hubert Brown and Flake Jen-kins, Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton, Mr.and Mrs.Edgar Sowers were received by transferfromtheCoolSpringsMethodistChurch, Mr.Joe Roseman was received by transfer from the BethelMethodistChurch, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator. ps rt “war mean Moder ator March 12,1961 syyson,Clerk Session of First A,R.P.Church met immediately beforethemorningserviceonMarch19,1961 with Rev,Marshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:S.C.Gaither,R.B.Wood,Frank-Deaton,Julian White,Albert White,Flake Jenkins,R.A,Stilwell and R&.C.Bryson, Mr.and Mrs,A.D.Robison were received by transfer fromtheBethelMethodistChurch,Spartanburg,S.C. Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton,and closedwithprayerbyRev.Marhsburn, Robert Marshburn,Moderator March 19 ,1961 K.C.hoaSierk The Session of First A,R.Presbyterian Church,Statesville,M.C.met immediately preceding the morning service on April2,1961,and was constituted with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, The following were received into membership on proffaiths Oae we Os Frank Arey Devvie Broome Peggy McCoyWalterBgee Marjorie Overcash Sandra OvercashNancyJohnson Wanda Johnson Mike Hines Paul Hatchett Laurie Munro Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the moderator, lerator Robert Marshburn peenaine April 2,1961 Session of First A.R.P.Church,Statesville,N.C.mediately preceding the morning service on April 9,1961wasconstitutedwithprayerbythemoderator, The following werex received into membership by transfer: Garrett AllenMrs,Jay LittleandMrs,John Clifford Reavis folhowing were recived upon profession of faith: sregory Caldwell Beth Reavis Meeting was adjourned with prayer, April 9,1961 Session of First A.R.P.Church,Statesville,N.C.met at 8@35 P.M.May 24,1961 with Rev.Marls burn and eldersJohnKimnons,Frank Deaton,Rxx8xxwWond,Hubert Brown,R.C.Bryson,Julian White and Flake Jenkins Present,Also AlbertWhite,R.L.Bradford,Roscoe Stilwelland Sam Gaither,Meeting wasopened with prayer by John Kimmons, The proposed retirement plan for ministers was discussed andsessionatothorizedthedelesatetovoteashesawfitwhenthematterwasactedonatSynod. R,C.Bryson was elected delegate to Synod at Bonclarken onJune1,with John Kimmons to serve as alternate, After full discussion,the moderator was requested to appointacommitteeofnotlessthan5men,to consider the Eel betsmattersastheymightdevelop,or as the need might develop, 1,Additional property 2.Additional Educational Space 3-An additional church, Session provided that the moderator should serve as a memberex-officio of this committee, It was announced that Don Wood,a seminary student,wwouldserveasassistanttothepastorroe10weeksduringthesummer,tincludéng the month granted pastor for vacation, With no further bus&ness,meeting was adjourned with prayerbyReg,Marshburn, Oe CoM Ae AaedModerator Bryson,Clerk 261 Session of First A.R.P.Church,Statesville,N.C.met onJune4,1961 immediately preceding the morning servitce withRev,Marshburn and the following elders present:John Kimmons,Frank Deaton,R.B.Wood,Hubert Brown,Julian White,JlakeJenfgfinsand2.C.Bryson, Meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown. Following were received on transfer of letter: Mrs.0.G.Sills from Harmony,N.C.Pres,Church¢? Mr,and Mrs.Barl Melton,from Bastland Baptist Church, Nashville,Tenn, Earl Melton,Jr.and Connie Melton were received on profP ssionoffaith, Meeting was adjourned with prayer ity Rev.Marshburn, Robe rt Marshburn,Moderator - iciahaciiccneJune4,1961 )Bry9 Clerk— Session of First A,2.P.C,urch met at 8:15 P.M.June 20,1961 with Rev.Marshburn,Student Don Wood,and elders FlakeJenkins,R.A.Stilwell,R.C.Bryson,Julian White,R.L.Bradford,Hubert Brown,Sam Gaither,Frank Deaton,John Kimmons,present, Meetingwas constituted with prayer by R.C.Bryson The moderator appointed committee in accordance with action atmeetingMay24asfollows: Roscoe Stifwell,Chm,R.C.BrysonBrankDeatonJohnKimnons,Xev.Marhsburn,Ex-Officio Member 2DonWoodwillholdeveningservéceJune25,and prayer servicenexttwoweeks,RK.C.Bryson agreed to arrange prayer serviceforthreeweeksteginningJuly12. Communion Service for 2nd quarter was pospponed until Aug,6, It was announced Rev,Frank Pressly would hold special servicesinspringof1962, Blders agreed to assist student Wood in visitation when called, MODE.ATORJune20,1961 (ZA,Cicrk, Session of First A.R.P.Church met June 25 before the morning service with Rev.Marshburn and the following elderspresent:Frank Deaton,R.B.Wood,Julian White,Rs C.Bryson,R.A.Stitwell,Albert White,Hubert Brown,R.L.Bradford, and Flake Jenkins, Meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Neaton, Mrs.Bunice Love,John Love,and Melinda Love were receivedbytransferofletterfromlstMethodistChurch,Ocala,Fla, Meeting was adjourned with prayer by the moderator, nburn,Moderator— June 25,1961 R.C.Br¥son,Clerk Session of First A.R.P.Church met at 8:15 P.M.August 16, 1961 with Rev.Marhsburn and the following elders presents R.L.Bradford,Sam Gaither,Julian White,Flake Jenkins, Albert White,Hubert Brown and Roscoe Stilwell. Roscoe Stilwell was anpointed temporary Clerk in absence of Clerk, fleeting was opened with prayer by Hibert Brown. Rev.Frank Pressly was invited to conduct special servicesinMarch,1962 and had indicated his acceptance of this invitation, On Motion,Rev.P.G.Covone,Missionary tovitedtoholdservicesonOctober296 Mexico,was ine Services on September 8 are to be held with Carroll Cash,astudentinourseminary,preaching.He is to be assisted bySamGaither,Ronald Burke,and Fred Areher, Permission was granted TaN Marshburn to hold s! at Back Creek church in November, The Session suggestex ett be sent each member of congre- l¢ rgationpriortoWorldWCommunion Sabbath urcine attendance On motion October was.designated as Stewards!ip Month, leeting was adjourned with prayer by the Moderator, Robert Marsh rn,Moderator August 16,1961 Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately precedingthemorningserviceonAugust27,1961 with Rev.Marshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:Albert White,Flake Jen~Kins,R.C.Bryson,John Kimmons,Julian White,R.B.Wood,and S.C.Gaithér, Meeting was opened with prayer by John Kimmons, Mr.and Mrs.john Plyler were receivedletterfromNewSalemMethodistchurch, membershi Their three children,John,Jane &David,them before the session, Meeting was closed with prayer by the moderator.Oo August 27,1961 Examined &Approved By T -¢First Presbyteryol Session of Farst A.R.P immediately preceding t! 1961 with Rev.Marshburn Huber srown [ce Jen]"y nh JQCJulianWhiteandR.C. Johnson were <4 ,a ‘sbyterian Churc! ;Y ANY oY Ste. Church e Boba september 3,196] preceding the morni Marshburn and the Frank Deat a+Wh,an wii 4¢ttle ? sbert Marghburn, 7 <2ake ;Pans a nN,Hubert CYT i ro,=f .: ly “‘7wn aaa se Mela Marcle?Ci Session of First A.R.P.Church metat 8:30 PM.Dec.20,1961withthefollowingpresent:Rev.Robert Marshburn,EldersFrankDeaton,Hubert Brown,John Kimmons,Albert White, Julian White,R.C.Bryson,and newly elected elders GeneBroome,Paul Kearns,David Pressly,Gene Himes and JackWaugh, Meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown, January 7 was designated as date for Communion Service in first quarter of 1962. Newly elected elders were given privileges of the floor on proper motion, January 14,1962 was set as date for ordination and install-ation of newly elected elders,with David Pressly,GeneBroomeandRobertReavistobeinstalled,and Jack Waugh,Gene Hines and Paul Kearns to be ordained and installed, Frank Deaton was nominated and unanimously elected to serveasclerkofsession. After discussion,the 2nd Wednesday night of each month wasdesignatedastheregulartimeformonthlymeetingsoftheSession. With no further business,meeting was adjourned with prayerbytheModerator, Moderator Tsar, Dec.20,1961 R.C.Bryson,Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met immediately preceding theemorning service on December 24,1961 with Rev,Marshburnandthefollowingelderspresent:R.L.Bradford,S.C.Gaither, Hubert Brown,R.C.Bryson,R.B.Wood,D.L.Pressly,FlakeJenkins,R.A.Stilwe&’l,Albert White,Julian White,Gene Hines,Frank Deaton,John Kimmons,and Julian White, Meeting was opened with prayer by the Moderator. The Following were received on profession of faith,havingattendedtheCommunicantsclassforfourSabbaths: Robert Cashion Leslie Shell Sahdra Davidson Bonnie Jano Susan Smith Bo Scott The following were received Mrs.Rufus Alexander Mrs.John Hartline Mr.M.E.Ramsey III Mrs.James Nash Miss Kay Nash Marshall JonesTracyParlier Terry Davidson Elaine Kimberlin Blizabeth Hinton Sandy Nash by letter or statement: From Pront St.Baptist Chusch From Troutman Methodist Church From Broad St,Methodsit Church With no fursher business,meeting was adjourned with prayer byRobertMarshburn, Dee.24,1961 Robert Marshbruh,Moderat or The Session of First A.R.P.Church met on Wednesday Night,January 10,1962 at 8:30 P.M.Those present with Rev.Robert Marshburn were:Sam Gaither,R.L.Bradford,D.L.Pressly,John Kimmons, Gene Broome,and Roscoe Stilwell. Meeting opened with prayer by R.L.Bradford. Rev.Marshburn instructed the Session of their duties as Elders. It was mentioned that R.B.Wood represent the Session on the Board of Christian Fducation. Upon ggemotion of Roscoe Stilwell,and seconded by fam Gaither; Flake Jenkins was re-instated as chairman of Music Committee for another year.The vote was unanimous. Their being no further business the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Marshburn. Kobeoh Wi nrohlurn Robert Marsh¥urn,Moderator o. rank Deaton,Clerk vi January 10,1962 The Session 6f First A.R.P.Church met on Sabbath morning,February llth at 10:45.Everybody present with exception of Dr.Kearns and Dr.Pressly. Meeting opened with prayer by Bobby Reavis. Session by unanimous vote received into full membership,Joe Thomas Woodie. He was redeived by letter from Diamond Hill Baptist Church of Statesville, N.C.Also received were Mr.and Mrs.James Bolick White of Barium Springs, N.C.Mr.White received by letter from Little Joe's Presbyterian Church of Barium Springs,N.C.Mrs.White was received by letter from Center Grove Baptist Church of Ahoskie,N.C. There being no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Robert Marshburn,. R /f/ Robert Marshburh,Moderator KyatFrankDeaton,Clerk of the Session February 11,1962 a ee 271 The Session of the First A,R.P.Church met Wednesday Evening February 14,1962 inthePastor's Study.The Elders present were:John Kimmons Gene Broome R.L.Bradford Frank DeatonFlakeJenkinsBobbyReavisDr.Paul KearnsGeneHinesJackWaughRoscoeStilwell A motion was made that a committee from the session be appointed to contact thechairmanoftheBoardofChristianEducationtoarrangeforajointmeetingofthesetwoboardsforthepurposeofadvancinggoodrelationamongitsmembers.The pastor appointed Jack Waugh and Gene Broome for this assignment. It was announced at the meeting that Joe Rhyne was appointed by the Board ofChristianEducationasSuperintendentoftheSabbathSchoolandGeneBroomeasAssistantSuperintendent;Gene Hines was appointed as Sec.and Treas.of SabbathSchool. The Pastor announced special services at our church March 23,24,and 25th,1962,The Pastor appointed John Kimmons as entertainment chairman for the visitingminister.Flake Jenkins is in charge of special music and Frank Deaton is inchargeofadvertising. Motion was made and properly seconded that the Odd Fellows be invited to worshipwithusduringtheirDistrictMeeting. John Kimmons was named by the Pastor to attend the First Presbytery which meetsatConcordonTuesdayMarch20th,1962.Frank Deaton was named alternate Delegate. Motion was made by Flake Jenkins and properly seconded that visitation be made ofthecongregationbeforethenextcommunionandthatFrankDeatonworkwiththePastortoformulateacardandleaveonewitheachmembertosignatcommunionservicetosignifytheirpresence.The motion was carried. A report of the chairman of the Board of Christian Education was read by thePastorandapprovedbytheSessionandJackWaughmadeamotionthatnotice ofthisreportbespreadontheminutesofthechurch;and that a letter be senttothechairmanandtheBoardcommendingthemfortheirfineworkandourprayersfortheirsuccessfulconclusionoftheirgoalsfor1962.The motionwascarriedbyunanimousvote. The Pastor appointed Roscoe Stilwell and Flake Jenkins to visit the SabbathSchoolforonemonth,until next Session meeting.The Pastor also requestedthatweaskthewomenofthechurchtotakechargeofthechurchregister. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer byRobertMarshburn.ae /hp Kabod Wrh barn /Robert Marshbyrn,Pastor Deaton,Clerk of the Sessiongfefer First A.R.PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROBERT J.MARSHBURN,MINISTER 123 -125 EAST BROAD STREET STATESVILLE,N.C, February 16,1962 Mr.Harold Morrison Chairman of the Board of Christian Education Dear Harold: The Session has just heard your report for 1961,read by the Pastor, and all the members felt that the work you and your Board are doing is a most commendable job for our church and for the advance of God's kingdom. The report upon motion of Jack Waugh was unanimously accepted and same ordered spread om the minutes of the church,The Session in its entirety,wish to express to you and your board,its deep appreciation for the work you are doing and commend you highly for the special effort you are making to keep the many religious programs of our church in high gear. ith high personel regards end best wishes to you we are Very truly yours, Kebab Warhurm.kobert Marshburn,/astor etl SeaBewFrankDeaton,Clerk MINUTES OF THE SESSION farch 11,1962 The Session of the First A.R.P.Church met at 10:45 A.M.Sunday,March 11, in the Session Room.The meeting was opened with prayer by John Kimmons, We received into our fellowship by transfer of letter: Mrs.Catherine Barnhouse-531 Sullivan Rd.,Statesville,N.C. From:First Presbyterian Church of Montreat,N.C. Mr.and Mrs.Albert Campbell-229 Davie Avenue,Statesville,N.C. From:Bethlehem Methodist Church,RFD Statesville,N.C. Mr.and Mrs.Ralph Mullis-Henkel Road,Statesville,N.C. From:New Perth A.R.P.Church,Troutman,N.C. Mr,and Mrs.John K.Spears-Mooresville,N.C. From:First A.R.P.Church and the Baptist Church of Mooresville,N.C. R.L.Bradford made the motion that all be accepted into full membership. was seconded by Gene Broome.The motion carried unanimously. The meeting was closed with prayer by Rev.Robert Marshburn. Now Vy ara tureRobertMarshburn,Moderatorfiitehs7ayiTFrankDeaton,Clerk Bhi (76 2 March 14,1962 The Session of the First A.R.P.Church met in the Session Room at 8:15 P.M Wed. March 14,1962.The pastor called on Frank Deaton to open the meeting with prayer.The following Elders were present at this meeting: Jack Waugh Gene Hines Roscoe Stilwell Sam Gaither Flake Jenkins Dr.Dave Pressly Hubert Brown Gene Broome Frank Deaton It was decided that the Spring Comminion be held on May 6,1962.The vote was unanimous. Motion was made by Hubert Brown and seconded by Sam Gaither that we invite the Elders of First Presbytery to hold their next meeting in Statesville.The vote was unanimous. The pastor asked Frank Deaton to extend this invitation at the meeting of the Elders of First Presbytery while holding their meeting in Gastonia on March 15,1962. At this Session Meeting the Pastor placed special emphasis on the Spring Meeting to be held at our church March 23rd through the 25th.Visiting minister will be the Rev.Frank Y.Pressly.The Pastor urged all Elders to lend their full support to this meeting. The congregational repost was read and adopted by the Session. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev.Robert Marshburn. Keto 4Labs hshneRobertMarshburn,Moderator ae wks KL ph Frank Deaton,Clerk _ Hiyt 6 . 274.}Statesville,N.C.April 11,1962 The Elders of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church of Statesville held it regular monthly meeting in the Session Room of our church,Rev.Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome.Elders present for this meeting were: Bobby Reavis Roscoe Stilwell John Kimmons Jack Waugh Sam Gaither Hubert Brown Gene Broome Dr.Kearns Dr.Dave Pressly Gene Hines R.L.Bradford Frank Deaton It was announced at the meeting that Mr.Guy Smith will spend about 10 weeks here this summer as Assistant to the Pastor.(Mr.Smith's address is:Box 65 Erskine Sem- inary,Due West,S.C.) Rev.Marshburn asked permission to hold a meeting in Barnwell,Ga.beginning June 3rd.The motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by John Kimmons that he be granted the time.The motion carried. Gene Broome announced that May 10,1962 is the date for the joint meeting of the Deacons and Elders. The Pastor asked for permission for leave from the church from Sabbath evening,April 22nd,1962 to spemd a few days in Ga.John Kimmons will hold services Sunday night,April 22nd.Sam Gaither made a motion that the request be granted.The motion carried. The clerk gave lists of membership to each Elder present.Each member to be contacted between now and the communion service due to be held on May 6,1962. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev. Marshburn. Robert tLe barn il Sea et ty at o~r i ank Deaton,Clerk de ue hfe 1 FO Le Statesville,N.C. April 22,1962 The Elders of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 10:)5 on Easter Sabbath morning.The meeting opened with prayer by Hubert Brown.Rev.Robert Marshburn moderated the meeting.The Elders present were:Hubert Brown,Roscoe Stilwell, Gene Broome,R.L.Bradford,Jack Waugh,Sam Gaither,Flake Jenkins,John Kimmons,Frank Deaton,A Commnicants Class numbering about 16 people were interviewed and answered convincingly the questions presented to them by the Pastor.Bob Bradford(seconded by Roscoe Stilwell)made the motion that the entire group be received as members of our church,The motion carried, There being no further business the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Rev. Marshburn, Liesl WprahtgobertMarshburn,Moderator Carol Alexander Johnny Alexander Pamela Broome Tommy Davidson Co Lorraine Fox Charles Jurney eaton,Cler Robbin Kestler Paul MarshburnJ7+4fe ue David Melton Deborah Morrison Danny Ostwatt Johnny Plyler Kathy Reavis Steve Sellers Pam Mundhenke Lindsey Wood May 13,1962 OT 5 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 10:0 A,M.with the Pastor,Rev.Robert Marshburn,moderating the meeting.The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Waugh.The Elders present were: Roscoe Stilwell Hubert Brown R.L.Bradford Jack Waugh Frank Deaton Dr.D.L.Pressly Flake Jenkins Gene Broome Dr.Paul Kearns Also attending this meeting was Mr.and Mrs.Richard Reavis,Mr.and Mrs.Gary Rogers, and Miss Linda Elliott,offering candidates for membership in our church,A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Broome that these people be accepted into full membership of the church,The motion carried, Mr.Richard Reavis was received by transfer of his letter from Broad Street Methodist Church of Statesville.Mrs.Reavis was received by profession of her faith and was baptized in the Session Room during this meeting.Mr.Gary Rogers was received by pro- fession of his faith and was also baptized.Mrs.Rogers was received by transfer of her letter from Cochran Street Baptist Church of Statesville.Miss Linda Elliott was received by transfer of her letter from Race Street Methodist Church of Statesville, These five new members were received enthusiastically by the Pastor and the Session. There being no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by the Pastor,Rev. Marshburn, plate — June 13,1962 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 7:30 P,M.on Wednesday evening June 13,1962,Prayer Meeting was omitted this night due to Bible School graduation.The meeting was opened with prayer by Rev,Robert eee sce The Elders present were: Bobby Reavis R.L.Bradford Flake Jenkins Dr.D.Ls Pressly John Kimmons Gene Hines Sam Geither Jack Waugh Gene Broome Hubert Brown Frank Deaton Guy Smith Mr.Gay Smith is to be our supply pastor through the summer months.Rev.Smith is from York,South Carolina, A motion was made for a Mission Study on July 29th during the Sunday Night Service. The Motion carried,John Kimmons will conduct this service,The Praycr Meeting schedule during July will run as follows: July kth No meeting July 11th Dr.D.L.Pressly July 18th Mr.R.L.Bradford July 25th Mr,Gene Broome The motion that the July lth Prayer Meeting service be omitted was made by Sam Gaither,seconded by Gene Broome,and passed. John Kimmons gave a report of the Elders Meeting at General Synod at Bonclarken, giving our group the benefit of their activities in their churches, Rev.Marshburn reported that the church finances were in good shape and that Jack Baer was doing a fine job as Treasurer. Miss Jo Anne Brookshire has replaced Miss Linda Elliott who has resigned and movedtoCharlotte. There bein no further business the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Bobbie Reavis, lf!/ obert Marshburn,Moderator C - snk D Low,Fra eaton,Clerk ;PT 276 :June 26,1962 Statesville,North Carolia There was a called meeting of the Elders on the Sabbath morning,June 2),1962 at 10:5 A.M.The meeting was opened by prayer frem John Kimmons,The Elders present were: John Kimmons Flake Jenkins R.B.Wood Frank Deaton Dr.D.L.Pressly Jack Waugh Bobby Reavis Guy Smith,assistant pastor,was also present.Mr.Smith will only be here for the summer. There were nine candidates for membership in our church,They are listed celow: Mr.and Mrs,Marvin Sechrest and their son Berry Sechrest, P.,O.Box 88),Statesville,North Carolina.The Sechrests come from the Evangelical Church,Lexington,North Carolina, Mrs.Ernst Hostettler and her daughters Dorthy,Ann,Susan, France,and Rebecca.Hebecca joined:on profession of faith. Route °,Statesville,North Carolina.The Hostettlers come from the New A mity Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Scotts,North Carolina, A motion was made by John Kimmons that this group be accepted into the full fellowship of the church,Seconded by Bobby Reavis.The motion carried,The Pastor welcomed the new members warmly. There being no futher business the meeting was closed by prayer from Robert a arshburn,Moderator August 15,1962 OTT Statesville,North Carolina The Session of the First Associa Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the PresslyBibleClassRoomat8:30 P,}on August 15,1962,with Reverend.Marshburn presiding, Elders present were: Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins John KimmonsGeneHinesBobBradfordBobWoodGeneBroomsSamGaitherGuySmith,Supply PasterBobbieReavisRoscoeStillwellFrankDeatonDr.D.L.Pressly The meeting was opened with ayer by Gene Broome,Elder, Minutes of previous meeting were read and approved,Motion made by Jack Waugh that the Deecons be instructed to provide Upper Room i(100 copies)and the Family Alter (50 copies).Seconded:by Gene Broome.Motion carried,‘amily (xPasterrequestedpremissiontobeabsentfromSeptember 10th to September 14th toholdameetinginSpottswood,Virginia,Motion made by Mr.Deaton and seconded by JohnKimmonsthattherequestbegranted.Motion carried,Motion made by Bebbie Reavis that we invite Mr.Robert King of Durham,te supplyonSeptember16th, Dr.Pressly asked that Bob Bradford and John Kimmens act as hests durine serviceswithvisitinglaymanandministers.Motion carried unanimously.On September 20,1962,Elders of First Presbytery will meet at FirstReformedPresbyterianChurch,Statesville,N.C.,for a dinner meeting, Motion made by John Kimmons and seconded by Frank Deaton that pastor aproint acommitteetoworkonogram*of Fisherman Club Dr.Pressly made the motien th Associate *committed composed of Flake Jenkins,Jack Waugh,and Fravnk Deaton be in charg1andsongbeeks,Seconded by Gene Hines.Motion carried, Resignation of Joe Khyne accepted with regret,Session recuested trk,write a letter of acknowledgement and acceptance tovallUdJ "o .Jack Waugh,that Gene Broome move up to Superintendent of Sabbath Scheel ance Gene HinesAssistantSuperintendentandRayRaymerasSecretary-Treasurer,Approved,Moved by Frank Deaton and seconded by Dr.Pressly that Guy Smith end wifebecomplimentedforthefineworktheydic fT}.he mecting was adjourned with prayer hat frank Deaton, ~~he Va 4 orlr,Joe Rhyne,Motion made >»Betsy, summer,Motion carried, everend “Marshburn, cerator (QM D0 ale.Frank Deaton,Clerk August 15,1962 277 Statesville,North Carolina easion ef the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the PresslyRoomat8:30 P,M.on August 15,1962,with Reverend.Marshburn presiding, vere3 Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins John KimmonsGeneHinesBobBradfordBobWoedGeneBroomeSamGaitherGuySmith,Supply PastorBebbieReavisRescoeStillwellFrankDeaton Dr.D.L.PresslyThemeetingwasopenedwithprayerbyGeneBroome,Elder, Minutes of previous meeting were read and appreved, Motion made by Jack Waugh that the Deecons be instructed to provide Upper Room(100 copies)and the Family Alter (50 copies),Seconded by Gene Broome,Motion carried,Paster requested premission to be absent from September 10th to September 16th toholdemeetinginSpottswood,Virginia,Motion made by Mr.Deaton and seconded by JehnKimmonsthattherequestbecranted.Motion carried, Motion made by Bebbie Reavis that we invite Mr.Robert King of Durham,to supplyonSeptember16th, Dr,Pressly asked that Bob Bradford and John Kimmons act as hests during serviceswithvisitinglaymanandministers,Motion carried unanimously, On Sentember 20,1962,Elders of First Presbytery will meet at First AsseciateReformedPresbyterianChurch,Statesville,N.C.,fer a dinner meeting,Motion made by John Kimmons and sec nied y frank Deaton that paster aproint acommitteetoworkon7‘rramcof Fisherman Club Dr,Pressly made the motion thmmittedcomposedofFlakeJenkins,Jack Waugh,and Fravk D on be inc1songboeks,Seconded by Gene Hines,}ion carried,Resignation of Joe Khyne accepted with regret.Session recuested that Frank Deaton,rk,write a letter of acknowledgement and acceptance to Mr,Jos ‘hyne.Motion madeJackWaugh,that Gene Broome move up to Superintendent ef Sabbath School 1G Hi\stant Superintendent and Ray Raymer as Secretary-Treasurer,Approved,Moved by Frank Deaton and aeconded}by Dr.Pressly that Guy Smith andbecomplimentedforthefinewerktheydicwithusCuringthesumer.MotioThemeetingwasadjournedwithprayerbythpastor,Reverend Marshburn,* TT (iad. _/Frank Deaten, 278 September 9,1962 Statesvi lle,Na C, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met at 10:);5Sunday,September 9,1962,he meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown,Elder present were: Bobby Reavis Bob Wood Gene Broome Sam Gaither John Kimmons Hubert Brow Roscoe Stilwell flake Jenkins Frank Deaton s,Bobby Pharr of Trovtman,and Mr,and Mrs,Lamar Deal and their two children,Bill and Vicky Cothren,were presented by the Pastor as new member of our church, The motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Bobby Reavis,Motion carried unanimously. The Pastor gave these new members full instructions on how to become faithful end loyal members of ovr church,asking them to fall in line in the work from week to week,as they are full-fledged members of our church and have as many privileges as the oldest member of our church, There being no further business,The meeting was edjourned with prayer by Robert Marshburn,Pastor,Luff Robert th mod Moderator Deaton,Ulerk Examined &Approved By The First Presbytery morning, December 19,1962 The Elders met in the Session Room at 8:30 p.m.at call of the pastor,Kev. Robert Marshburn,The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Bradford,Elders present were: Bot Bradford Gene Hines John Kimmons Flake Jenkins Bob Wood Gene Broome Bob Reavis Jack Waugh Hubert Brown Roscoe Stilwell Frenk Deaton Paul Kearns The Elders approved the program of the Family Altar.The motion was made to give the pastor authorization to make arrangements for a seminary student for the summer of 1963.The motion was carried, Permission was granted for the wedding of Brenda Morrison and David Larson even though they are not members of our church, Permission was granted the pastor for a leave of absence during June,1963, to hold meetings in Camden,Alabama. The motion wes made to leave off the Prayer Meeting Service on Wednesday, January 2,1963,due to the New Years Eve program.The motion was carried. The pastor wes empowered to write a letter of commendation to Kenneth Bradshew,Choir Director,and also to Mrs,Gar Smith,Organist,for being so faithful in presenting the music each Sunday and the Clerk of Session was empowered to write a letter of commendation for the splendid job they are coing in their mipistry of music,The motion was carried, There being no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Rev bert Marshbu ,halpak>Note Ma “sa*rank Deaton,Clerk of Session Rev.Robert Marshburn,Pastor ~-©L— 280 12/31/62 The Elders met on December 23,1962,in the Session Room as a result of a special called meeting by the pastor,The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Reavis. The following Elders attended: Flake Jenkins Hubert Brown Gene Hines Jack Waugh Gene Broome Bob Wood Bob Reavis Gaither(Sam) Roscoe Stilwell John Kimmons __Dranit Bok eo" The purpose of the meeting was to accept new members into the fellowship of the church by profession of their faith.Many questions were asked the young future members from the communicants class in regard to their personal faith in Jesus Christ and the church, for approximately seven weeks, Marshburn has been teaching these youngsters There was much response to the questions and the answers were very enthusiastically received by the Elders.The motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Gene Broome to accept into the full membership of the church these members of the communicants class, The meeting was edjourned with prayer by the pastor. G44 fC Ge Frank Deaton,er ession MohantahatRobertMarshburn,Pastor The following twenty-one young people were accepted into the membership of the church: David Hartness Barbara Johnson Judy Lynn Stevenson Carl Hutchins Deborah Kaye Earnhardt Jeffrey Lynn Freeze Gary Davidson cathy~Resvis Nancy Kay Raymer Jimmy Rhyne David Plyler Dana lhoseman Marcia Davidson Vicky Little Tommy Johnson Pete Scott Tim Johnson Jane Nash Harriet Sample Sally Smith Allen Smith Walter Scott January 13,1963 281 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met at 10:5 asm.in the Session Room today.The meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown.Elders present were: Gene Broome Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins Sam Gaither Roscoe Stilwell R.L.Bradford Bobby Reavis Dr.Paul Kearns Gene Hines Frank Deaton Hubert Brown On motion of Flake Jenkins seconded by Bobby Reavis,Mr.and Mrs,John Kiserman and Mr.and Mrs,Paul Tsumas of Statesville were received into full membership of our church.The vote was unanimous. This being communion Sabbath the pastor asked all Elders to help serve the communion to the congregation.There being no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by the pastor,Rev,Robert Marshburn. Rev,Robert Marshburn nk “Deaton Fastor Clerk of Session PD/m3j January 21,1963 ‘The Elders of the “irst A,R,Presbyterian Church met in the SessionRoomat10:45 a.m,at the call of the vastor,Rev.Robert arshburn,onJanuery20,1963, The meeting was opened with prayer by Roscoe Stilwell.Elders presentwere: Bob Reavis Hubert Brown John Kimmons t.L.BradfordGeneHinesFlakeJenkinsFobWoodDr.Dave PresslyRoscoeStilwellJackWaugh t'rank DeatonItwastheintentionofthePastortoreceiveMr.and Mrs.Jamesf.Ellis as members of our church but for some unknown reason theycouldnotbepresentandwillprobablybereceivedatanotherdate. It was brought out in the meeting that Roscoe Stilwell and thePastorvisitedtheEberlefamily,who are not members of our churchbutwhowanttheirfouryearoldchildbaptizedbyourpastorandthechild's name entered in the rolls of our church,Bob Reavis made themotionwhichwassecondedbyBobWoodsanctioningtheactionofthePastorandRoscoeStilwellincarryingoutthewishesoftheMotherandtheSessionorderedthenameofthechildtobeenteredontherollsofourchurch, Three families presented their children for infant baptism:Mr.°Mrs,GeorgeArmistead,Mr.and "rs,Jack Waugh,and “r,and rs,James Spears.There beingnofurtherbusinessthemeetingwasadjournedwithprayerbythePastor,(over) Robert Marsh@ufn,Pastor rank Deaton,Clerk of Session Meeting on February 13: The Elders of the First 4.R.P.Church of Statesville met in the Session Room at 8:15 p.m,Wednesday with the following Elders present: Bobby Heavis Roscoe Stilwell Jack Waugh John Kimmons Sam Gaither R.L.Bradford Hubert Brown Dave tressly R.B,Wood it.E.Broome Flake Jenkins Frenk Deaton Gene Hines The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton.The Pastor gave a review of the duties of the Elders in the A.RX.P,.Church,A motion was made by Jack Weugh and properly seconded by Sobby Reavis that the recommendation of the Board of Christian Education that the appointment of Bill Perlier as night superintendent of the Christian Union of our church be ratified.he motion was carried,R.B.Wood moved that the Clerk of Session appoint Elders to visit new members.This visitation is to begin as of Febraury 13,1963.The motion was seconded by Gene Hines and carried.Motion made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Jack Waugh that the Pastor be empowered with the authority to interview Mr.R.B.Luebke,Jr.,of Atlanta,Georgia to be the Pastor's aid for ten weeks during this summer and that the Pastor be given authority to employ him if satisfactory.The motion carriec. Motion was made and discussion followed that Rev.I.Crossley Morgan, Presbyterian minister in Concord,l’.©.,conduct our spring vancelisti meetings beginning March 2h,1963 to March 29,1963.Motion made by Frank Deaton, seconded by John Kimmons that we have morning services teginning at 7:CO on lerch 25 and to end not later than 7:35,After the service the church should serve coffee and donuts to those attending.The motion carried, Jack Waugh volunteered to serve on the entertainment com ittee to accpet invitations for the noon meal for the visiting minister.Flake Jenkins was named to be in cherge of special music during our evangelistic week of services. ‘rank Deeton and the pastor,Rev.Marshburn,were named to be in charge of publicity for the evangelistic services.The Elders voted to have spring communion on Sabbath cey March 3]and each Elder was instructed to contact eaecr member in his district witha card recuvuesting their presence at the spring meetings and also their attendance at the communion service on March 31.The motion was made by Sam Gaither and seconded by Roscoe Stilwell that Jack Waugh, Gene Hines,and £,E,Broome prepere fourteen lists of the church members who reside in the different areas of the Elders.These men agreed to serve. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer John Kimmons, Deaton,Clerk of © QStatesville,North Careline February 2h,1963 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville met in the Session Room at 10:),0 today.Elders present were: John Kimmons Bob BradfordRoscoeStilwellJackWaughR.B,Wood E.E.BroomeBobReavisHubertBrownSamGaitherFrankDeaton The motion was made by Bobby Reavis and seconded by John Kimmons to receive into the full membership of our church the following:Mr.and Mrs.James Currie,Charles Stephen,and Mrs.Helen Currie Henkel from the First Presbyterian Church of Hickory; Mr.and Mrs,James E.Ellis from First Presbyterian Church of Georgetown (him)and from Methodist Church at Hemingway (her);and we also received and granted beptism to Dick Lackey who transferred from the Broad Street Methodist Church of Statesville. There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverendst*e Robert Marshburn. Koboyf-Mpxdrberac le ti QeeZe— Robert Marshburn,’Pastor Frank Deaton,Clerk of Session>> L94 o1963 le,North Carolina The Elders met in the Session Room at 10:40 a.m.on March 1(1963.Theentireboardwaspresentatthismetingconsistingof: >John Kimmons David PresslyFlakeJenkinsBobWoodBobBradfordSemGaitherRoscoeStilwellJackWaughBobbyReavisGeneBroomeGeneHinesHubertBrown*aul Kearns Frank Deaton The meeting was opened with prayer by the pastor Rev.Robert Varshburn,John Kimmons was named delegate to th:meeting of First Presbytery to be heldinCharlotteatTabernacleA.k,P,Church on Tuesday,March 19,1963,at 10:0016m.Frank Deaton was named alternate delegate,The announcement was made oftheSpringMeetingoftheEldersoftheFirstPresbyterytobeheldatboyceMemorialA.Rh.F,Church at Kings Ountain,N.C.on Thursday,arch 21 at 7:00meBobWoodwasaskedtocontactsllinactiveEldersforthismeetingendGaitherandFlakeJenkinsweretocontecttheactiveEldersandalsomakearrangementsfortransportetion, Sam proper A letter from C,R,founts,Moderator of the Synod,was read to the EldersacquaintingthemwiththemeetingofSynodatBonclarkenonJune3,1943 Avu“3 “edelegetewasnoteppointedetthistimetoaccompanythepastortoSynod butwillbeatelaterdate.On motion of Dr.David Pressly,seconded by John Kimmons,it was decided to ask the Deacons to pay the expenses of the choir director and organist to the music workshop to be held at Bonclarken during the Synodical Conference in June.The motion passed. A letter from the:.chairman of the Board of Christian Education,bernard Kunkle,was read to the Elders the contents of which consisted of a request for more wermth and more attention to be given to new members of our church, The Elders acreed that the program of greeting which has been in effect for the past six or eight months be continued. Fourteen lists of the membership of our church were handed out to the Elders witha request that the Elders visit these families and urge them to attend the speetial evangelistic services to begin on Sabbath morning March 2);with the Rev. F,Crossley Morgan as visiting minister.The Elders are to report on these lists within two weeks from today,The clerk commended highly Jack Waugh,Gene Broome,Gene Hines,Mrs,Jane Miller,and Miss Jane Johnson for the splendid work in compiling a list of our membership. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer by John Kimmons, Aidit:lirica,— Rev,Robert Marshburn,Pastor ank Deaton,Clerk of Session ecial meeting in the Session morning,April 14,1963 1e meeting was opened lders present were plan of our choir sacred music on t i :The motio business,the meet:was closed with prayer by burn. Kobe1Rev.Robert Marshburn,Pastor April 21,1963 The Elders of the First Associate met in the Session Room with prayer by Elder John Kimmons.The Elders rraci¢ra Gaither ines Bob Sam Gene +The following were received ransfer ofVvJ Church,Statesville,harles Neely;from irs,Cherles Neely;Dore «R.E,Richburg;from First United Presbyt and motion was madeIve be accepted into the full membershiy Kimmons,rom transfer of the ron,TePalmaCeiathodistCh Kimmons enc secor of the church, Fephen Stok professionon NEbusiness, Reformed Pre t 10:0 a.m,on April 21, Presbyterian © of our churc letter was ah) L962 lhe were; mecting was Episcopal Church, rterian Church f Statesville opened Presbyterian Statesville ey Dora,Florida, notic thet the was into the sec nde seconded by I 7HON,YUL ey ‘ull Michigan, above John Lron John membership iaither 3 236 April 2h,1963 The Elders of the First A,HK.P.Church of Statesville met in the Session itoom at 8:30 p.m.on Wednesday evening,April 2h.The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Bradford.Elders present were: Dr.Dave Pressly Roscoe Stilwell Bob Wood Bob Bradford Bob Reavis Gene Hines Flake Jenkins Gene Droome Sam Gaither John Kimmons Frank Deaton Motion was made by Bob Bradford and seconded by Sam Gaither that Frank Deaton be elected a delegate to Synod to be held at Bonclarken on June ).John Kimmons was named alternate in the same motion.The motion carried.Motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Dr.Dave Pressly that fe pastor be granted a leave of absence to hold a meeting in Camden,Alabama,starting June 25 and lasting a week.The motion carried.The pastor asked for permission for vacation to begin on July 8,1963.Motion made by Frank Deaton end seconded by Bob Bradford that this reauest be granted,The motion carried. The pastor asked Gene Broome,Sabbath School superintendent,for a statement for the condition of the Sabbath School and its!progress,Mr.Broome reported that the Sabbath School is considered good.The attendance is good but we need teachers to help throughout the summer months,The 10 attendance Sabbath in the Sabbath School was extra successful.The attendance was 553 on this Sabbath - March 2l;.The motic The motion was made by Frank Deaton and sec by John Kimmons that a Psalm be selected for the congregation to sing at the Sabbath evening song fest so that they might become familiar with a different Ps:each month.A committee iappointedby the Session is to be notified by Mr.Flake Jenkins,chairman of the music committee of the Session.The committee is as follows:Miss Rachel Morrison,Charrman,Mrs.kc Marshburn 3.Jean Ashbur and Mrs.Frank Deeton, preyer by ence Be iticcinieie ™ee a Aftrm,raster ank Deat Clerk of Session, [ae fF Elders The me The met in the aSingwas openec rene Broome ,0bb VY Cé Flake Jer John Ki r,and Mrs,Robert C,Yri or membership in our church b Jvohn Kimmons and seconded 1 f here being no obert Marshburn, ne Broome that 287 were: rene OSCOE rank ited as candidates was made by motion carried Washington,Fa,were prese firming their faith. they be received lhe OvLoNrea 4 prayer ecJw*e2iOr) aft Rrals me The evening,J with ves opened eologi apnoint holding a visit the hespitals rere appoit filler and +the tobertav arshb SLO ne Ko OW V Jw bu ¥vf September 5,1963 The Session of the First Associate Reformed PresbyterianChurchofStatesvillemetat6:30 Sunday evening,September 1 in the Session room of our church.The meeting opened with prayer by Reverend Marshburn,Elders present were: John Kimmons Gene Hines E,.E.Broome Dr.Paul Kearns R.L.Bradford Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins Roscoe Stilwell Bob Wood Frank Deaton Mr.and Mrs.W.R.Moore and daughter,Miss Jane Moore,of 525 Davis St.,Statesville,were candidates for membership in our church by transfer of their letter from the Sunset Park Methodist Church,Wilmington,N.C.Motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Gene Broome that they be received into full member- ship of our church.As a matter of fact,they were members of our church before moving to Wilmington a few years ago.The motion carried, There being no further business,the meeting closed with prayer by Reverend Robert Marshburn, cece whl)abla a ik ie _— Pastor Clerk of Session September 8,1963 The Session met in the regular Session room at 10:),0 A,M, Sabbath morning,September 8,1963.The meeting opened with prayer by Gene Broome.The Elders present were: Sam Gaither John Kimmons Roscoe Stilwell Jack Waugh Hubert Brown E.E,Broome Bob Wood Gene Hines Bobby Reavis Frank Deaton Mr.Johnny Arthur Holland was presented by the pastor as candidate for membership in our church by transfer of letter from Western Avenue Baptist Church of Statesville.Johnny is the husband of our Edwina Sowers,She has just been appointed secretary of our church,Motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Gene Hines that Johnny be received into full membership of our church,The motion carried, Motion was made by Roscoe Stilwell and seconded by Bobby Reavis that the pastor call a congregational meeting to give trustees authority to sign a deed transferring one half interest in the Harold Yount lot to Mr,Sam C,Gaither,This meeting is to be held on Sabbath day,September 22,1963, There being no further business,meeting closed with prayer by Reverend Robert Marshburn, hall WAaridbssn>inna Qtr, Reverend Robert Marshburn Frank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session September 11,1963 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met. at 8:30 P.M.on September 11,1963 in the Session Room of the church,The meeting operied with prayer led by Gene Broome,Those present were: Bob Bradford Flake Jenkins Sam Gaither Gene Hines Bobby Reavis Jack Waugh Paul Kearns John Kimmons D.L.Pressly Bob Wood Roscoe Stilwell Gene Broome Frank Deaton Minutes of the General Synod were handed out to every member of Session, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Roscoe Stilwell that any member of our church be allowed to use the Boy Scout Hut without charge but request that hut be janitored after usage.It was ordered that Jane Miller have the key and keep calendar of events at the hut.The motion carried, Sam Gaither made a motion that the church a nd Recreational Hall usage by anyone other than our own church activities be left with the chairman of the Board of Custodians and the chairman of the Board of Deacons and the Clerk of the Session.The motion was seconded by Bob Bradford and cerried,. Frank Deaton made a motion which was seconded by John Kimmons that Session recommend to the Board of Deacons that they pay $00 to the Foreign Missions Board to help defray expenses of newly appointed missionaries and,if possible, pay during the fourth quarter,if not,immediately after the turn of the year 196), Frank Deaton volunteered as the delevate to Presbytery which will be held at Pisgah Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church in Gaston County on October 15,1963,R.L.Bradford volunteered as alternate,The Pastor (Reverend Robert Marshburn)will attend.The minutes of Session are to be taken to Presbytery for examination. The letter of Bernard Kunkle,chairman of the Board of Christian Education, relating to contacting all new people who are coming into plants of Statesville being employed by the Personnel Director of the several plants, was received as information,A motion was made by D.L.Pressly and seconded by Flake Jenkins that four people be approached to be song leaders at each Sabbath night service,The committee named to attend to this matter is: D.L.Pressly Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins The motion carried. There being no further business,John Kimmons made the motion for adjournment and it was seconded by Sam Gaither.The motion carried,The meeting was closed with prayer led by Reverend Marshburn. oa a Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session FD/eh September 22,1963 The congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville held a duly called Congregational Meeting after regular 11:00 A.M. morning service on Sabbath morning,September 22,1963 for the special purpose of directing trustees of said church to sign a deed conveying a one-half interest in a certain plot of land or lot om May Dr.in the city of Statesville to the Gaither Building Company of Statesville,N.C.This one-half interest in the lot was donated to the church by Harold Yount and his wife,Marjorie White Yount, The proceeds of this sale to be deposited to the bank account of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church by its treasurer and is to be used to help pay for the recently installed air conditioner,The agreed price for the sale was $1125, Further,a copy of this resolution,along with a letter of appreciation for this generosity,to be mailed to Mr.and Mrs.Yount,and a copy of this be spread on the minutes of this church, Frank Deaton,Clerk of the Session,moved for the adoption of this resolution,It was seconded by W.L.Mundhenke,chairman of the Board of Deacons.The congregation voted unanimously for its adoption, i yu \\ode ~¥War tAs vid “A Mh Y ren _"bn \ch en Qialy ™ 2 Fi f ||eee Bt fO feveren ober arshburn rrank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session LO cemanen Mer.|H ae /2 fies FD/eh October 6,1963 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 8:00 P,M.on October 6,1963.The meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown,Elders present were: John Kimmons Sam Gaither Flake Jenkins David Pressly R.B.Wood Bob Bradford Gene Hines Hubert Brown Bobby Reavis Jack Waugh A request was made by Wesley Jones for a representative from our church to be on the Mitchell College Trustee Board,A motion made by David Pressly and seconded by John Kimmons made R.L.Bradford this representative as the motion was carried, The meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Marshburn, i Ci.of VA id Lda.“hierf ‘¢Lea her Rev.Robert Marshburn ””—¥rank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session November 3,1963 The Elders of First Statesville ARP Church met in the Session Room at 10:0 A,M,on November 3,The Elders present were: Hubert Brewn Gene Hines Sam Gaither Gene Broome Bob Wood Jack Waugh Flake Jenkins Roscoe Stilwell Dr.Paul Kearns Bobby Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Bobby Reavis.Mrs.Hallie Nance Carpenter of Statesville,was received by transfer of letter from First ARP Church in Due West,South Carolina.Motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines that Mrs,Carpenter be received,Motion carried, Mr.James Smith,husband of Barbara Morrison,daughter of Mr.and Mrs, Harold Morrison of our church,was a candidate for membership in our church on profession of faith and baptism.Motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that Mr.Smith be received,The motion carried,At the same time,Mr.Smith was baptized by Reverend Marshburn. There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Robert Marshburn, t+r.tele. evere Frank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session November 10,1963 The Elders of First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 8:00 P.M.on the evening of November 10,1963,The Meeting opened with prayer by Jack Waugh,Elders present were: Jack Waugh ,Bob Wood Gene Hines Sam Gaither Gene Broome Flake Jenkins Dr.David Pressly Hubert Brown Bobby Reavis Roscoe Stilwell John Kimmons Frank Deaton A motion was made by Frank Deaton that an order for election of Elders be set for nominations on the 2th day of November,1963,Seconded by Gene Broome,the motion carried, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that we twelve nominate six men as Elders,take the/highest to present to the congre- gation on the following Sabbath,The motion carried, A motion was made by Jack Waugh,secorled by John Kimmons that the six highest men be declared elected. The Govenant Life Currieulum being adopted by our own denomination at Due West,South Carolina,the Session on motion of Gene Broome, seconded by John Kimmons,asked that the Sabbath School and the Board of Christian Education be allowed to give the program a fair trial.The motion carried, The pastor appointed Roscoe Stilwell,John Kimmons,Frank Deaton to act as a property committee. Gere Broome,Superintendent of Sabbath School,suggested that the Elders begin visiting the Sabbath School classrooms while in session. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Reverend Robert Marshburn, Lele MD tchlasn Le a ne) Reverend Robert Marshburn Frank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session NOVEMBER 2h?1963 The congregational meeting of First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church was held immediately after the morning service for the purpose of nominating Elders to serve for a six year term beginning January 1,196). The election was held and the twelve men receiving the highest number of votes were declared the nominees to be presented to the congregation on Sabbath morning of December 1,1963,The twelve men nominated were: Jack Baer Bobby Little Harry Barkley Harold MorrisonJamesCashienDr.James RodgersLouisEvansA.B.StradleyBernieJanoCharlesWashington Bernard Kunkle William Waugh There being no further business the meeting was recessed until the next Sabbath, (Kam. Clerk of Session aton December 1,1963 12:00 Neon The recessed congregational meeting of First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church was held immediately after the merning service for the purpose of electing six elders from the twelve nominated last Sabbath,The election was held and the following men were declared elected te the Eldership of our church, Jack Baer Harold Morrisen Louis Evans Dr.James Rodgers Bobby Little Charles Washington These men have already agreed to serve.There being no further business,the meeting was recessed until January 5,196)at which time it will be the intention to nominate men for Deacons of our church, a4j))P ~VV/f2KetoNadu yy a4 6ReverendRobertMarshburnrankDeaton Pastor Clerk of Session December 1,1963 68:00 P,M. The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met inthe Session Room at the call of the pastor at 8:00 P.M.SundayeveningDecember1,1963.The Elders present were: Dr.D.L.Pressly Gene Hines Bebby Reavis R.B.Wood Hubert Brown Gene Broome Sam Gaither Jack Waugh Dr.Paul Kearns Roscoe Stilwell Frank Deaton The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Waugh.The Session was honored by the presence of the Reverend Chap Lauderdale of Charlotte, Chairman of Church Extension,The Reverend Lauderdale briefed the Session on ways and means for organizing an additional ARP Church in the Statesville area,His remarks were very informative and were well received by the Elders of our church, A motion was mace by Dr,D.L.Preasly that a committee be appointed to get an option for a new church site.The motion was seconded by Gene Hines,The motion carried.The pastor appointed Sam Gaither,Roscoe Stilwell,and Frank Deaton to get an option on one or twe sites suitable for a new church, Motion was made by Jack Waugh and secorded by Frank Deaton that the tithing program be discussed at the next meeting.The motion carried, Motion was made by D,L.Pressly and sednded by Gene Breome that the pastor appoint a committee to gather in the names of members of our congregation who should be henored for long and faithful service to our church,The mtion carried, Motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Bobby Reavis that Mrs. Sue Hines and Mrs,Betty Davidson be invited to represent Parents and Children on the Board of Christian Education.The Session named Roscow Stilwell to represent the Elders on this important Board,The Clerk ef the Session was asked to contact W.L.Mundhenke,Chairman of the Board of Deacons,fer name ef one of their Deacons te serve onthe Board of Christian Education, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by the visiting minister Chap Lauderdale of Charlotte, Koted Marshlu ak MiareltaCiWALT}<n <xReverendRobert“arshburn rank Deaton VA Paster Clerk of Session December 8,1963 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session room at 10:45 A.M.on Sabbath morning December 8,1963, The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton.Elders present were: Jack Waugh Roscoe Stilwell Hubert Brewn Dr,Paul Kearns Bobby Reavis R.B.Wood Sam Gaither Frank Deaton The Session on netion by Jack Waugh and seconded by Frank Deaton received the following new members:Mr.and “irs,James Rhyne and daughter Jean by transfer of letter from Pressly Memorial ARP Church and Mr,and Mrs.Quinten Niblock by transfer of letter from Third Creek Presbyterian Church,Cleveland,N.C.The motion carried,i Joe Sellers has been suggested by Chairman of the Board of Deacons W.L.Mundhenke to serve on the Board of Christian Education as the representative from the Deacons Board,Therebeing no further business the meeting was adjourned with prayer by Reverend Robert Marshburn, Drea BeelerTaeaton Pastor Clerk of Session December 29,1963 The Elders of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 10:0 A.M.on Sabbath morning December 29,1963. Those present were: Hubert Brown Roscoe Stilwell Sam Gaither Gene Hines R,L.Bradford Jack Waugh Bob Wood Frank Deatan The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Waugh.A group of tweive young people of our church who have been in a Communicant Class for several weeks under the direction of our pastor Rev,Marshburn were presented to the Session for membership in our church on Profession of Faith, Motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Hines that the group be received,The motion carried,Those received were: David Montgomery Lynn Niblock Roger Richbourg Linda Brooks Mike Stobbe Cindy Hines Margaret Ann Barnhouse Johnny Davidson Jane White Teresa Richbourg Tim Rhyne Fidelia Morrison There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer led by the pastor Reverend Robert Marshburn. Kol Marchi ak Reverend Robert Marshburn ank Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session Jamuary 12,196) The congregational meeting of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville was held on January 12,196)after the congregation was suly notified through the bulletin,The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Waugh.The purpose of the meeting was adoption of the 196)Budget and nominating eight deacons to serve on the Deacons Board for a six year term.Mr.W.L.Mundhenke,Chairman of the Board of Deacons,presented a Budget amounting to $78,890.00 for the year 196).He explained each item in detail to the congregation and moved for the adoption of the Budget.It was seconded by Dr.D.L.Pressly.The motion carried.The Budget was adopted unanimously.The meeting then turned to nomination of men for the Deacon Board.The sixteen men receiving the highest number of votes were nominated and will be presented to the congregation on Sabbath,January 19,1964.There being ne further business for this par- ticular meeting,the Chairman Frank Deaton recessed until next Sabbath, asin EeCie.5ReverendRobertMarshburnrankDeaton Pastor Clerk of Session January 26,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on Sabbath morning,January 26,196)at 10:0 A.M. The meeting was called to order with prayer led by Gene Broome,It was decided unanimously to have a joint meeting of the Board of Elders and the Board of Deacons together with the newly elected Elders and Deacons. This meeting is to be held before the ordination service for the new Elders and Deacons,FrankDeaton,Clerk of the Session,named a committee of three to make arrangements for this meeting.Those named were W.L. Mundhenke,Chairman of the Board of Deacons,and Dr.David L.Pressly and Flake Jenkins from the Elders Board,They are to report to the Clerk on a suitable date for the meeting, Also at this meeting the Clerk of the Session gave the Elders a report on the finances of the Church for the entire year 1963.The Elders also sanctioned a report from Bernard Kunkle,Chairman of the Board of Christian Education for the year 1963, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by John Kimmons, Reverend Robert Marshburn Frank Deaton,Sr. Pastor Clerk of the Session January 26,196) The congregation of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met on January 26 onSabbath morning at 12:00 noon for the purpose of electing eight Deacons,The meeting was opened with prayer by R.B. Wood and called to order by Frank Deaton,Clerk of the Session,There was a large vote and the following men were declared elected for having received the highest number of votes among the 16 nominees,Those elected were: Howard Anderson,Jr,Sam Laws Harry Barkley Ralph Mullis Frank Deaton,Jr.John Plyler Robert Earnhardt Ray Raymer There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned, Kebert Yoh __<2te Sabor.Reverend Robert Mars¥burn Frenk Deaton Pastor Clerk of Session The following Deacons because of the rotary system are being deleted: James T,Cashion William Waugh Louis Evans James Rodgers Plummer Jones George Yount Harold Morrison February 2,196, The Ordination Service of the newly elected Elders and Deacons was heldatthe11:00 Service at the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian ChurchStatesvilleonFebruary2,1964,The newly elected Elders were: Jack Baer Harold Morrison Louis Evans James Rodgers Robert Little Charles Washington These men replaced the following Elders who were removed by the RotarySystem: R.L.Bradford Frank Deaton,Sr. Hubert Brown Flake Jenkins Charles Washington was installed,having been an Elder previously. At the same service the following newly elected Deacons were ordained,They were: Howard Anderson,Jr.Sam Laws Harry Barkley Ralph Mullis Frank Deaton,Jr.John Plyler Robert Earnhardt Ray Raymer These men replace the following who were released from the DeaconsBoardeitherbyelectiontotheEldershiporbecauseoftheRotary System: Jack Baer Plummer Jones Bobby Little Harold Morrison James T,Cashion William Waugh Louis Evans James Rodgers George YountSamLawsandHarryBarkleywereinstalled,having been a Deacon previously, The pastor performed the Ordination Service with the Elders placing theirhandsontheheadsofthenewlyelectedEldersandDeacons,The servicewasclosedwiththebenedictionofthepastor. GilRehurlWonif/ee Ryalou Robert Marshbu Frank Deaten,Sr, Pastor Clerk of Session March 1,1964 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville,North Carolina met March 1,196)in the Session Room,Those Elders present: Roscoe Stilwell Rev.Robert Marshburn Jack BaerBebbyLittleJamesRedgersGeneBroomeLouisEvansCharlesWashingtonR.B.WoodSamGaitherGeneHinesJohnKimmonsBobbyReavisDr.David Pressly Jack Waugh Harold Morrison This was the first meeting of the Session with the newly elected members present,Rev.Robert Marshburn presided,John Kimmons opened the meeting with prayer,and Reverend Marshburn welcemed all the new.members and asked that opinions andexpressionsbefreelymadeatalltimes. Nominations fer the Clerk of Session to succeed Frank Deaton,Sr.proceeded,Bobby Reavis was nominated by John Kimmons and the motion was seconded by Jack Baer,Robert Reavis was elected Clerk of Session by acclamation, Election of Committee Chairmen began,James Rodgers was elected Chairman oftheMusicCommitteebyacclamation,John Kimmons suggested that some meansShouldbeestablishedtoserveasannualrecognitionbytheSession,repre-senting the Church,of the fine work of the Choir.No action was taken,ABobbyLittlevolunteeredtoserveinthecapacityofbeingresponsibleforthemusicforallSabbathEveningServicesasamemberoftheMusicCommitteebyappointmentofDr,James Rodgers,Chairman.Reverend MarshburnsuggestedtheappointmentofamemberoftheBoard.of Deacons to the MusicCommitteeinordertofacilitateanyfinancialtransactionsnecessarytothefunctioningoftheCommittee, Concerning the Visiting Committee,it was explained that each ElderShouldhavealistefmembersinaspecifieddistrictofStatesville,forwhichhewillhavevisitationrespoysibilities,It was suggested thatretiredSessionmembersbeusedtohelpinthevisitationpregram.HaroldMorrisonweselectedChairmanoftheVisitingCommittee.Jack Waugh statedthathewouldseethatlistswereavailableforeachSessionmember,Charles Washington was elected Chairman of the Commnion Service PreparationCommittee.Jack Baer and Louis Evans are members of this committee,Bobby Reavis is to remain Chairman of the Welcoming Committee, Reverend Marshburn explained the technicalities involved in the issuing of aCalltoAssistantPaster,He also explained the status and responsibilitiesofanAssistantMinister,The following recommendations were made:1.Designation or title would be Assistant Minister and Vice-ModeratoreftheSession, 2.He would assume the Moderator's Chair inthe absence,or at thedirectionof,the Moderator himself, 3.A Call would be made through the procedure of announcements to thecongregationonMarch8and15ofacongregationalmeetingonMarch 22 for that purpose, The motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines and the motionpassedunanimously, CON TINUED... Rev,Marshburn discussed things to be done in conjunction with the Spring Commumioen,Use of a card to be given each member by a visiting Elder previding a registration ef all members attending the Communion Service was discussed, Motion was made and passed to again follew this procedure. The matter of a delegate (and,or)alternate for the meeting of Synod at Due West,S.C.June 1 through 5 was discussed but action was pestponed until the next Session meeting to permit members time to try and arrange their schedules. A discussion of the use of the Apostle's Creed followed.Some members were not aware of the true meaning of "Catholic"and "Descended into hell"terms, It was the opinion of the Session to leave both statements in the Creed and that explanations be made to clarify them to those interested, A meeting of the Presbytery will be held March 17 at Glenwood A.R.P.Church in Charlette at 9:30 A.Mt John Kimmons is Moderator.Jack Baer and Harold Morrison are our representatives, A meeting of Elders will be held March 19 at Back Creek A.R.P,Church, Charlotte,N.C.Bobby Reavis is responsible for the attendance of our Elders, Bobby Reavis is to check with Frank Deaten,Sr.,and have the sign modified and erected at the front of the Church,announcing the meeting and dates on which Dr.Grier will be here.Dr.Grier will be Speaker Sabbath morning, March 6,at the 11:00 A,M,Service and also Sabbath evening,Monday,Tuesday, and Wednesday nights at 7:30 P.M.Bobby Reavis made Welcoming Committee assignments for the entire meeting with Dr.Grier, The motion to adjourn was made by Louis Evans and the meeting was closed with prayer by Rev.Marshburn, NN li,>.Weed Robert Marshburn©Re B.Wood os Pastor Acting Clerk of Session March 22,196) The cengregational meeting of the First Asseciate Reformed Presbyterian ChurchwasheldimmediatelyfollewingthemerningserviceferthepurpeseofextendingacallteRebertLuebkeasAssistantMinisterefeurChurch, The follewing metien was made by Sidney Sample and seconded by Charles Rumple,. WE,THE OFFICERS AND MEMBIRS OF THE FIRST ASSOCIATE REFORMED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF STATESVILLE,NORTH CAROLINA,BEING ASSURED OF YOUR MINISTERIAL QUALIFICATIONS,HAVE AGREED TO CALL,AND DO HEREBY MOST HEARTILY CALL YOU, ROBERT LUEBKE,TO UNDERTAKE THE OFFICE OF ASSISTANT PASTOR OF THIS CONGREGA*+ TION:AND ON YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS OUR CALL,WE PROMISE YOU ALL DUE SUPPORT, RESPECT,ENCOURAGEMENT AND OBEDIENCE IN THE LORD, IN WITNESS WHEREOF WE HAVE HEREUNTO SUBSCRIBED OUR NAMES,THIS 22ND DAY OF MARCH,196), The fellewing motion was made by Wilbur Mundhenke and seconded by Sam Laws: WE ALSO AGREE TO PAY YOU ANNUALLY: SALARY $_4,500.00 RENTAL ALLOWANCE 1,200.00 CAR ALLOWANCE 500,00 (UTILITIES,BOOKS,ETC.)400,00 TOTAL $6,600.00 WE ALSO AGREE TO GRANT YOU A VACATION OF 30 DAYS AND TO PARTICIPATE FOR YOU IN THE RETIREMENT PROGRAM OF OUR DENOMINATION, The congregatien unanimously approved beth motiens and a signed call was ebtained with appreximately 300 signatures, hath aise Rebert Reavis — Clerk ef Session March 22,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room,8:00 P,M.,March 22,196,The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Hines,Those Elders present were: Gene Hines Jim Rodgers Roscoe Stilwell Gene Broome Charles Washington R.B.Wood Jack Waugh John Kimmons Harold Morrison Sam Gaither Jack Baer Bob Little Bob Reavis A report from the Bonclarken Emergency Fund was read by the Moderator, After discussion,a motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by CharlesWashingtonthatMr,Frank Deaton be appointed Chairman of the drive along with the Pastor to work out our church's proportion and carry out the plans for the raising of the amount, The Session agreed to accept the plans of the Synod in regard to the "WeekofSimultaneousEvangelisticMeetings"in every A.R.P.Church.in 1965,The week set aside for special meetings is April 11-16th,1965, There was a suggestion made that the Elders be responsible for some Prayer Meetings due to the heavy work load on our Pastor,The Paster agreed but suggested postponement for a few weeks, Several Elders volunteered to visit several prospects for Church membership. There being no further business,the meeting was adjourned with prayer byRev,Marshburn, Kobed MeasRobertMarshbufnRobertReavis Pastor Clerk of Session April 5,196) A joint meeting ef the Elders and Deacens was held immediately follewing the evening service te hear an address by Dr.C.R.Younts,the Moderator ef Syned,_ After an inspired message,the Session retired te the Session Reom fer business;— In the absence ef Rev.Marshburn,the Clerk ef Session,Robert Reavis,was Meder~ ator,Elders present were: y Sam Gaither Gene Broome Jack Waugh Jehn Kimmens Gene Hines Leuis Evans Rescee Stilwell Paul Kearns Beb Little R.B.Weed David Pressly Harold Merrisen Rebert Reavis Charles Washingten - The meeting was epened with prayer by John Kimmens,The Clerk reperted that appreximately 300 signatures were ebtained te call Rebert Luebke as Assistant Minister, It was agreed in an earlier meeting te lighten the werk lead ef eur Paster, The Prayer Meeting Service each Wednesday night is te be cenducted by the follewing: April 15,196)John Kimmens April 22,196)Paul KearnsApril29,196)Jack Waugh May 6,196),Beb ReavisMay13,196)-Gene Broeme May 20,196)-Beb LittleMay27,196)-David Pressly Vititation Cemmittee Chairman Hareld Merrison presented each Elder with a list of 28 members to be visited during the Church Year, Jack Waugh,John Kimmons,and Bob Reavis were appointed delegates te the Syned meeting in June at Erskine College. There being no further business,the motion was made te adjourn and secended, The meeting was clesed with prayer by Rebert Reavis, :eZKel:A Agana Rebert Reavis Clerk ef Session i a April 19,196) ‘The-Session of the First Asseciate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Reom on April 19,196,at 10:0 A,Me Reverend Marshburn was Moderator,Those Elders:present were: Sam Gaither Gene Broome Hareld Morrison John Kimmons Gene Hines Jim Rodgers Roscoe Stilwell David Pressly Charles Washington Re Be Wood Beb Little Robert Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by R.B,Wood. Visitation cards were distributed to each Elder to begin the All Member Canvas prier to Spring Communion. Mr,and Mrs,Rodney Collier were received by transfer of letter from Calvary Evangelical United Brethren of Canton,Ohio,This couple was enthusiastically received by the Pastor and the Session. There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Marshburn, Rebert Marshburn Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session April 26,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on April 26,196),at 10:40 A,M,Reverend Marshburn was Moderator,Those Elders present were: John Kimmons Jack Waugh Jim Rodgers Rescoe Stilwell Bob Little Charles Washington Gene Breome Harold Morrison Robert Reavis Gene Hines The meeting was opened with prayer by John Kimmons, Mrs,W.J.Stevenson was received by transfer of letter from Landover Christian Church in Landover,Maryland, Mr,and Mrs.Denverd Hodges were received by transfer of letter from Little Joe's Presbyterian Church in Barium Springs,North Carelina, These new members were graciously received by the Paster and the Session, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Marshburn,. Rodel MNarahlure Mabe T Metts Robert Marshburn Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session May 3,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on May 3,196 at 10:30 A,M.Reverend Marshburn was Moderator.Those Elders present were: Sam Gaither John Kimmons Jack Baer Roscoe Stilwell Gene Broome Gene Hines Jack Waugh Harold Morrison Jim Redgers Charles Washington Robert Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Hines, After questioning and reperting the interest shown and progress made during the previous several weeks,the Session accepted the following inte the membership of the Church on profession of faith: Sandy Marlowe Glenda Marlowe Lee Munre Deborah Fink Beverly Young Jane Plyler David Waugh James Cashion At the morning worship service the following were baptized: Sandra Marlowe Lee Munroe Glenda Marlowe Deborah Fink There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Marshburn, Rohed Manohar hhoFhein. Robert Marshburn Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session May 3,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the SessionRoomonMay3,196),at 8:00 P,M,Reverend Marshburn was Moderator.Those Elderspresentwere: John Kimmons David Pressly Harold MorrisonRescoeStilwellJackWaughJimRodgersGeneBroomeJackBaerCharlesWashingtonGeneHinesRobertReavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison, A report was read which was prepared by both minority and majority groups of theSynodRaceRelationCommittee,A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded byHareldMorrisonthattheClerkfurnishcopiesofthereporttobestudiedbyeachmemberoftheSession, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Robert Reavis that the ModeratorshouldappointacommitteeofthreetoworkontheChurchrosterinkeepingituptodate, A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines that sixteen districtsbeestablishedcontainingourchurch's entire membership with an Elder in chargeofeachdistrict, A motion was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Gene Hines that the following berestoredtotheChurchRoll: Mr,and Mrs,Rochus Ritchie M/Sg and Mrs,David HartlineMrs,Ryta Lee Sherrill The Session representative of the Music Committee,Jim Rodgers,reported theresignationoftheChoirDirector,Mr.Kenneth Bradshaw,Recommendations fromMr.Bradshaw were read by Mr,Rodgers and discussed,A motion was made by JackWaughandsecondedbyDavidPresslythattheMusicCommitteehireanewChoirDirectorwhowouldmeettheirapproval.A motion was made by John Kimmons andsecondedbyJimRodgersthataletterbesenttoMr.Bradshaw Stating:We as aSessionappreciatethetypeofmusicandthewaythatitisbeingpresented,WeasaSessionregretMr.Bradshaw's decision to leave us, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by ReverendMarshburn, Robert Marshburn t ..ote ReavisPastorClerkofSession May 2h,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on May 2)th,196);at 10:0 A,M.Reverend Marshburn was Moderator,Those Elders present were: Roscoe Stilwell Jack Waugh Harold Morrison Jack Baer Robert Reavis R.B.Wood Gene Broome John Kimmons Gene Hines The meeting was opened with prayer by R,B.Wood, Mr,and Mrs,Charles Rickert were received into membership by transfer of letter from Snow Creek Methodist Church,This young couple was graciously greeted by the Pastor and the Session, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Reverend Marshburn, Rober Wark hare fede ik fiarvie J Robert Marshburn Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session June 28,196); On June 28,196),the Evening Worship Service was held in the main Sanctuary at which time Reverend Robert Luebke was officially installed as Assistant Pastor, Roku Varsha Label TKeaste.Robert Marshburn Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session June 28,196), The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on dune 28th,196);at 8:00 P,M,Dr.Marshburn was Moderator.Those Elderspresentwere: Jack Waugh yene Broome Gene Hines R.B.Wood Bob Little David Pressly Louis Evans John Kimmons Harold Morrison Paul Kearns Sam Gaither Jim Rodgers Bob Reavis Rev.Robert Luebke The meeting was opened with prayer by Dr,Paul Kearns, Dr,Marshburn reported his plans of preaching during his vacation from July 12 to around August 12, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that Mrs,Jane MillebegrantedtheweekofJuly17thforvacation, The Elders were requested by Dr.Marshburn to assume the Prayer Meeting servicesduringhisabsence,The Clerk assumed the above responsibility. A tentative date of July 26th was set for our Communion Service, Dr.Rodgers,the Elder representative on the Music Committee reported that Mrs,Payton Morrison had been hired as our Choir Director,assuming her duties aroundJulylist. There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session July 26,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the SessRoomonJuly26th,196);at 10:0 A,M.Those Elders present were: Sam Gaither Roscoe Stilwell R.B,Wood Gene Broome rene Hines Paul KearnsRobertReavisJackBaerLouisEvansBobLittleHaroldMorrisonJamesRodgers Charles Washington The Moderator Reverend Robert Luebke opened the meeting with prayer.This beingCommunionService,the Clerk of Session,Robert Reavis,passed out servingassignmentsandreviewedtheprocedure, After all business was completed,the Session meeting was closed with prayer byReverendLuebke, Robert Marshb tobert ccsPastorClerkofBoe. August 2,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met at a calledmeetingonAugust2nd,196,at 10:0 A.M,in the Session Room,Those Elderspresentwere: Sam Gaither Jack Waugh R.Be WoodGeneHinesPaulKearnsJackBaerBobReavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Dr,Marshburm, On motion,Mr.and Mrs,Earl Richburg and daughter Donna were received by letterfromScrivensBaptistChurch,Georgetown,S.C6, The family was graciously received by the Pastor and the Session, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr,Marshburn, Robot WY arshbeurr’Lobedhof hase:Robert Marshburn—Robert ReavisPastorClerkofSession August 30,196) On August 30th,196),the Session of the First Associate Reformed PresbyterianChurchmetintheSessionRoom,Those Elders present at this meeting were: Jack Baer R.B,.Wood Gene Hines Roscoe Stilwell Sam Gaither Charles Washington David Pressly John Kimmons Bob Reavis Harold Morrison Bob Little Jack Waugh James Rodgers The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little, Mrs.Robert (Carol)Luebke was received by transfer of letter from the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Atlanta,Georgia,Mrs.Luebke was accompanied by her husband Reverend Robert Luebke,our assistant pastor. Mrs,Luebke was graciously received by the pastor and the Session, There being no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, {lush Wardlam LeeLced eA Mathis Ro Marshburn 2 avis Pastor Clerk of Session September 6,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the SessionRoom,September 6th,196),at 8:00 P,M.Those Elders present for the evening meetingwere: Harold Morrison Jack Baer John KimmonsLouisEvansJackWaughGeneHinesBobLittleRoscoeStilwellJimRodgers Bob Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison, A Committee on Church Roll was set up with Jack Waugh as Chairman.The Chairmanappointedthefollowingtoassist:Mr,Frank Deaton,Mr.Bob Reavis,Dr.Marshburn,Mrs,Jane Miller,and Mr,W,L.Mundhenke,The Committee's purpose is to check theentirechurchrollandbringituptodate.Also the committee is to study theinformationrequiredontheannualSynodreport, A motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Louis Evans allowing and recommendingtheChoirCommitteetoarrangeadinnermeetinzforthechoirandalsototakewhateverstepsneedtobetakentoincreasethenumberofchoirmembers, Dr,Marshburn reminded the Session that October th is World Communion,Dr. Marshburn also reported his forthcoming speaking commitments, A discussion was held on the possibility of the Fall Elders meeting of First Presbytery being held in our church,The invitation was extended and later accepted for October 15, A motion was made by Gene Hines and seconded by Bob Little that Reverend Luebke be permitted to attend the National Convocation on the Church in Town and Country Meeting which will be held in Atlanta,October 13-15, There being no further business,the Session was concluded with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Robert Marsh Robert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session September 27,196) On September 2,196 at 10:0 A.M.,the Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room,Those Elders present were: Sam Gaither John Kimmons Re.B.Wood David Pressly Jack Baer Bob Little Harold Morrison Charles Washington Bob Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little, Mrs,Helen Nason and her son,Will Nason,were received into membership on transfer of letter from Broad Street Methodist Church,Statesville, N.©.Mrs.Nason's youngest son,Randy,accompanied her and will enter the next communicants class, Mrs,Nason and her sons were very graciously received by the Session, The meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Role Monro burn ftheb f hte Robert Marshburn obert Reavis Pastor Clerk of Session October ,196 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Statesville,N.C.,met immediately following the night service on October lth,196).Those Elders present were: John Kimmons R.B.Wood Jim RodgersDavidPresslyBobReavisJackWaughCharlesWashingtonRoscoeStilwellGeneHines Bob Little The meeting was moderated by Dr,Marshburn accompanied by Rev.RobertLuebke, The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Hines, Dr,Marshburn announced that the Fall Meeting of Presbytery would be heldOctober20thatChalmersMemorialChurch,The Clerk of Session,Bob Reavis,is to accompany Dr,Marshburn to the meeting, There were many prospective members announced by Dr.Marshburn,and severalEldersagreedtocontactthesetoencouragetheminunitingwiththechurch, The subject on how to greet and receive visitors was discussed extensivelyandeventhoughnomotionsweremade,several good suggestions were madeforfurtherstudy, It was suggested that a letter of commendation be written from the SessiontoGeneBroomeinappreciationoftheexcellentworkcarriedoutduringhisyearsasSabbathSchoolSuperintendent,Elder Reavis was assigned towritetheletter, There being no further business,the meeting was ajourned with prayer byDr.Marshburn, Robert Marshburn *ébert Reavis 4PastorAppR(\t )Clerk of Session FIRST PRESOYTERY niaiie:tol fatter, MODERATOR October 25,196) The Session of the First Associate Keformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at 10:);0 A.M.,on October 25,196).Those Elders present were: Sam Gaither John Kimmons Harold Morrison Re B.Wood Jack Waugh Gene Hines Gene Broome Bob Reavis Roscoe Stilwell. Dr,Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting with Rev.Luebke,Vice-Moderator,. The following joined our church on transfer of letter: Mr,and Mrs,Grady Edwards transferring from Lyndon Grove A.R.P.Church, Augusta,Georgia,and Shiloh A,R.P,Church,Lancaster,South Carolina, Mr,and Mrs,Robert Veghte transferring from Lowdenville Community Church, Lowdenville,N.Y. Mr.and Mrs,Mack Goodwin,Jr,transferring from Beth-Eden Lutheran Church, Newton,North Carolina, After a motion of acceptance by Charles Washington,seconded by Gene Hines,the three couples were very graciously received by the Session. The meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Robert Marshburn Ase fA : Moderator Clerk of Session November 1,196) The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met on November 1,196,at 8:00 P.M,in the Session Room.Those Elders presentwere; Sam Gaither David Pressly Gene Hines John Kimmons Harold Morrison Gene Broome Louis Evans R.B.Wood Bob LittleCharlesWashingtonJackWaughRoscoeStilwell Bob Reavis Dr,Marshburn moderated the mectine with Reverend Robert Luebke,Vice-Moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome, 321 The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Clerk and approved by theSessiononamotionbyJohnKimmons,seconded by Gene Hines, A report was madé by Bob Little on a recent supper for choir members,It wasreportedthataveryenjoyableeveningwasreceivedbyeachbutnonewmembers or prospects were present. Reverend Luebke reported on the progress being mace on the organizing of thenewchurch,It was suggested that another Session meeting be planned forNovember15th,196),for thepurpose of submitting names for the ProvisionalSession, A motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Sam Gaither that two Sabbathsbesetupforservicesbyourmissionaries,Dr,and Mrs.B.L,Hamilton andReverendandMrs,Robert Whitesides,It was recommended that both morning andeveningservicesbeconductedbythem.It was also suggested that we considerhavingaMissionaryConferencenextyeorlastingseveraldays, There being no further business,the Session was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Robert Marshburn nobert Reavi Moderator Clerk of Session November 15,196), The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in theSessionRoomonNovember15th,196);at 7:5 P.M.Those Elders present were: Charles Washington Harold Morrison Jack PaerJimRodgersReB.Wood Jack WaughSamGaitherRoscoeStilwellBobLittleGeneHinesJohnKimnonsLouisEvansDavidPresslyBobReavis Reverend Robert Luebke was Moderator of the meeting, The meeting was opened with prayer by Reverend Luebke, The call meeting was for the purpose of submitting the names ofserveontheProvisionalSessionforthenewchurch, The names submitted and approved by all present were:John Kimmons,Sam Gaither,and Frank Deaton,The above accepted, There being no further business,the Reverend Luebke,. Robert Luebke Moderator Clerk of Session vwene LIoo;ie vaCKk b v n Karu o AOSCOS OULLWELL The Sas:n of th i4re4IL3westune£1TStonof ofc ao"lia es .1965,at 10:h0 A.M.1ll members burn as Moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer 323 Dr,Marshburn introduced the members of the Communicants Class to be acceptedintomembershipofthechurch,They were:Ruth Barnhouse,Phillip Davidson,Ross Davidson,Sharon Godfrey,Steve Godfrey,David Grant,Jane Grant,BillyHamilton,Dennis Hartness,Mark James,Elizabeth Johnston,Tim Kearns,RuthMarshburn,Mark Montgomery,Randy Nason,Rebecca Pressly,Douglas Stobbe,Keith Sellers,All members were present except Steve Godfrey,who was sickatthetime, A motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Gene Hines to accept theentiregroupasnewmembersasapprovedbythesessiononProfessionofItwasalsonotedthatSharonGodfre1ldbebaptizedduringtheWorshipService, The following were also accepted into membe ‘ship:Mr.Thomas Johnson on reaffirmation of itlMrs,Thomas Johnson on Profession of After the new members were gracio is ly closed the meeting with prayer,KolotLD awahlurnRobertNarshburh Moderator ' Tani:vanuar rivet &y RB,P, Those Elders aer oscoe Stilwell e Hines David PresslyLittl arshburn -Moderator :hlsuebke =Vice-Moderator opened statistical reports explanation was read from Rev,Dattler in re gard to hos}presented by our Synod,‘This was discussed extensivelycingthefollowingmotion:ecommend to the Deacons Boaridorourministersandhowitshouldbefiranced. m Kimmons and the motion was carried unanimouslL Rev,Luebke presented plans for 14 lome Missions Service to 1January2th, Dr.Marshburn reminded the Board Virginia,‘The Board had granted £mitment,February 15-1 a previous meetingJalhh’@ The week beginning April 11-16 had been set aside earlier by our Simultaneous Evangelistic Meetings,At this time the pastor brin , series of meetings is Rev,Robert Sherer of New Perth Church,Trovwtman, It was decided to postpone plans for this meeting until ovt next meeting.on January 31, A motion was made by John Kimmons and ynded by Gene Hines that s provided for the forthcoming Workers!Conference to be held March THie8 Will |joint meeting with other Presbyterian Churches i was also requested that we all participate m informed the hat Rev.Luebke eranted,. SOY motion by John Kimmons 1amed persons be accept 2a re "Acq no*+ur January 31,1965 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of StatesvillemetintheSessionRoomonJanuary31,1965,at 8:00,The following Elderswerepresent: Dr.David Pressly Bob Little Harold MorrisonCharlesWashingtonLouisEvansJackWaughJackBaerRoscoeStilwellBobReavisR.B.Wood Sam Gaither Rev.Bob LuebkeGeneBroomeGeneHines Dr.Robert Marshburn presided, The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison, The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Clerk and approved, Dr.Marshburn read to the Session the Board of Christian Education Report andaskedforitsadoption.A motion was made by Cherles Washington that the Sessionacknowledgethereceiptofthereportasinformation,The above motion wassecondedbyLouisEvansandcarried,After further discussion on the reportamotionwasmadebyJackWaughthattheClerkpresentoneormoreoftherecommendationslistedinthereportinorderofimportancetotheSessionfordiscussionateachmeeting,This motion was seconded by Sam Gaither andapprovedbytheSession, A report from the committee on the special dinner was made by Bob Little,ThedinneristobeheldFebruary25th,at 6:30 P.M.in the Fellowship Hall, A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines that our eveningserviceMarch21standWednesdayevening,March 2th,be omitted due to theLeadershipTrainingservicesandclassesbeingheldinourchurchatthattime,The motion was carried, With no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, hated,llaRobertMarshburn)Robert ReavisModeratorClerkofSession February 28,1965 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met Sabbath morning,February 28th,1965 at 10:40 A.M.in the Session Room,Those Elders present were:: Charles Washington Bob Reavis Jack Waugh Jack Baer Gene Broome Bob Little Sam Gaither John Kimmons Gene Hines Roscoe Stilwell Jim Rodgers Dr.Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting. The called meeting was opened with prayer by John Kimmons, The following were welcomed into the membership of our church: Dr.Don Cheek on transfer of letter from the Chestnut Street Baptist Church, Philadelphia,Pennsylvania. Mrs.Don Cheek (Rachel)on transfer of letter from the Willowwood Presbyterian Church,Norfolk,Virginia. Mr,.Charles Munday on Profession of Faith, The motion was made by Jack Waugh,seconded by Gene Hines and approved by the Session, Mr.Munday was baptized also, The meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn and the new members were graciously greeted by the Session. /\é bi ff WT,Ul Vie Lfel tii Robert Marshburn ‘Robert Reavis— Moderator Clerk of Session March 7,1965 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met Sabbath evening,March 7,1965,at 8:00 P.M.in the Session Room,Those Elders present were: Roscoe Stilwell John Kimmons Gene Broome Bob Little Charles Washington Jack Waugh Dr.David Pressly Harold Morrisen Dr.James Rodgers Jaek Baer Gene Hines Bob Reavis The meeting was moderated by Dr.Marshburn,accompanied by Rev.Luebke, The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Waugh, continued... i The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Clerk and approved by the Session, Plans for the forthcoming Simultaneous Meeting beginning April llth were discussed and a motion by John Kimmons was made and seconded by Jack Waugh that the Clerk appoint the following committee: Publicity -Bob Reavis,Harold Morrison Music -Bob Little,James Rodgers Entertainment ~John Kimmons Elder Baer agreed to be our representative at the Presbytery meeting March 16th, due to the Clerk being unable to go. A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines that a Communicants Class be begun March 28th and lead up to the May 2nd Communion Service, Dr,Marshburn read a letter from Rev.J.P.Pressly in regard to establishing a new church in Winter Haven,Florida,A motion was made by Dr.David Pressly and seconded by Gene Hines granting Dr.and Mrs,Marshburn permission to go to Winter Haven to assist in the establishment of this church, With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer. if 34)i F SV )/jNatWhesehr)he,OT7hnalRobertMarshburnRébertReavis Moderator Clerk of Session The Session of the lirst A,R,Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room onAprilh,1965,at 8:00 P.M, The Elders present were: Sam Gaither Gene Hines Bob LittleJohnKimmonsDavidPresslyHeroldMorrisonRoscoeStilwellRobertReavisCharlesWashington R.B.Wood Jack Waugh Gene Broome Jack Baer Dr,Marshburn presided at the meeting The meeting was opened with prayer by Charles Wash: The minutes of the previous meeting were read y the Clerk and approved 328 continued... A letter was read by Dr.Marshburn from Rev.A.L.Moran regarding the establish- ment of a local medical benevolence,A motion was made by John Kimmons and seconded by Jack Waugh that Dr,Marshburn and Rev.Lvebke look into the subject and act as they see fit, A motion was made by John Kinmons and seconded by Gene Broome that May 16th be Foreion Mission Day in our Church,with Dr,and Mrs.B.L.Hamilton being asked to preach at both morning and evening services.Also Dr,MNarshburn was to contact the Hamiltons to arrange the services. With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer,’I Boke Ke) Robert Maré Robert Reavis Moderator Clerk of Session May 2,1965 The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in th D.C.E.,on May 2,at 10:0 A.M,Those Elders present Sam Gaither Gene Hines Bob Little John Kimmons Robert Reavis Harold Morrison Roscoe Stilwell Jack Waugh Charles Washimgton R.B.Wood Jack Baer Gene Broome Reverend Robert Luebke presided at;the meeting The meeting was opened with prayer by John Kimmons. The Communi cants were presented before the session for membership in the church3] m,on Profession of Faith,Those joining were:Terry Darlene Adkins,Mary LoveAlderfer,Denise Jean Grimm,Catherine Lee Hutchins,Randy Neill Kimberlin,Janet Clair Grubb,James Ralph Mullis,Jr.,Louise Ann liumdhenke,Gretchen KerryNesbit,Joseph Ashley Parlier,William McLain Rhyne,boris Benedict Walker, John Eric Wooten,and Sherry Ann Moore, After a very interesting and inspiring questioning period,a motion was made byJohnKimmonsandsecondedbyGeneHinestoacceptthemintofulltimemembership on Profession of Faith. Also on Profession of Faith,lir.Walter Weatherman,our sexton,was accepted andatthesametimewasbaptized.Mr,Carl Sharpe was accepted on transfer ofletterfromtheOlinMethodistChurch,Olin,N.C, Ccontimed..e. After being briefed on the communion service duties,the Session adjourned with prayer by Bob Reavis, Robert Luebke ert Reavis ifo Moderator Clerk of Session May 30,1965 The Session of the First A,R.P.Church met in the Session Room on Sabbath evening,May 30th,Those Elders present were: Gene Hines -Harold Morrison R.B.Wood Robert Reavis John Kimmons Jack Waugh Jack Baer Paul Kearns Roscoe Stilwell Jim Rodgers David Pressly Bob Luebke Dr.Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Jack Baer, The delegates elected to represent our church at the Synod meeting in June Bonclarken were Robert Reavis and John Kimmons, Rev.Luebke discussed some of the plans for the new church being formed andalsotheprogressbeingmade,It was agreed that much work was going on and much progress being made, Dr.Marshburn presented his plans on vacation of the month of July.Rev. Luebke agreed to preach both morning and evening services with the Elders being responsible for the Wednesday night prayer meetings,The,July prayermeetingschedulewasasfollows:July 7 -Bob Reavis and John Kimmons , July 1)-Women's meeting on Prayer and Self-Denial,July 21 -Jack Waugh,and July 28 -Dr.David Pressly, Dr.Marshburn discussed the possibility of a forthcoming ABC election andurgedthesessiontotakeastandandalsobewilling‘o serve on a committeeifneeded, Mrs,Charles Bonner's letter was returned to our Church roll. 4Withnofurtherbusinessto be presented Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer, ut J JereRobertMarshburntobertReavis©Moderator Clerk of Session June 13,1965 A called meeting of the session was received on June 13,Elders present were: Gene Broome John Kimmons .oscoe Stilwell Sam Gaither Louis Evans Jack Waugh R.B.Wood Gene Hines tobert Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Reavis, A motion was made by Bob Reavis and seconded by Lowis Evans as follows: In addition to the regular month's vacation granted Dr,Marshburn,that he be granted any extra time which he desires with the mutual understanding that if it involves being away during the Sabbath Day,he will supply a minister or notify the session in ample time to get a supplier.The motion was carried, With no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, LaveRobertMarshbd Moderator Cle of Session A i 9 fr 'met on August 8,1965,at LOOM.Ir.Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting were: Bob Reavis Javid P; rs dui motion was to accept th transfer ‘er from the Providence Methodist Church,Cleveland Lauderdale A Pres-* >iirs,Franklin Jenkins (1 rbara) Church,Lexingto fircginia. After the Elders very graciously greeted net “bers r,Mar 4 }he meeting wit ?°‘eLeee Klareaviisenna;-J Robert Marshvu3 Yo]ert shburn closed Moderator ‘lerk o ‘essionIVOw August The Session 0)at 6:00 P.M, Those Elders @) Gene Hines Harold Mo The meeting was opened with prayer by by J an organ committee, taining an orgar "T90 +t J +ann oewasimRodgersandseAmotionnade appointed known of deciding on acas 9ay)All ec2Themembersofthis committee are: Goodwin,i fers,John Lewis, The and clerk remind Deacons, Dr.Méz +1 :h ast 1¢ and Fd wasfromthemen lwell,on a¢A -Ul rank Jeaton, v3 :ir,urn Couples Class we 1.4larahh —ia lS re} temr With Robert]} foderator tA rsl , o7ong .u tichburg 1965 qd Ss) aro *IDUT! Presbyterian Church n was Moderator of r wh D "*DOD Hea Vis im Rodgers Waugh that a co mittee 1SLi warrants, to discus »151 orrison, BananirrankirsSe 4.1e‘or thelectiontime ctober 3rd, the Me poor 2's Fellowshi port 4 Dr.Marshburn ley+yy plans Pay}she teach September 12,1965 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met September 12,1965 at 8:00 P.M.in the Session Room.Dr.Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting,Those Elders present were: Harold Morrison Louis Evans Jim Rodgers Charles Washington Gene Broome Jack.Waugh Bob Little Gene Hines Bob Reavis David Pressly Roscoe Stilwell The meeting was opened with prayer by Charles Washington. Dr.Marshburn announced that World-Wide Communion will be October 3rd and due to this schedule the planned Elders nomination would have to be postponed one week, Dr.Marshburn's request to hold special services in York,South Carolina, October 10-13 was granted, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Harold Morrison,and was approved as follows:A committee was revived to seek the possibility for obtaining additional property for the Church, The members of the committee are:Roscoe Stilwell,Jack Waugh,and Frank Deaton, With no further business,Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. ili haobertMarshRobertReavis Moderator Clerk of Session Addition to the minutes of September 12,1965: A motion by Jack Waugh and seconded by Harold Morrison,was approved as follows: "We,the Board of Elders and Deacons,Believe that all things belong to God.That for love of Him,we as stewards will tithe the first fruits of our time,talent and income regularly to God,We recommend this practice to all members of our church as a solution to all spiritual and material matters, However,being under grace and not law,where circumstances prevent us from rendering the tenth,the first fruits regularly given with cheerful and loving hearts will be an equal blessing," September 26,1965 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met September 26,1965 at 8:00 P.M.in the Session Room,Dr.Marshburn was Moderator of the meeting,Those Elders present were: David Pressly Charles Washington Bob Little Harold Morrison Roscoe Stilwell Jim Rodgers R,B,Wood Gene Hines Bob Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison, Dr,Marshburn informed the Session that due to circumstances beyond their control,. First Church Burlington would be unable to have Fall meeting of Presbytery,It was agreed that it would be transfered from Burlington to our Church on October 19;1965. Harold Morrison was elected to be our delegate and R.B.Wood agreed to give the word of welcome, Dr.Jim Rodgers was asked to seek the cost and advisability of a welcome and registration card to be used each Sabbath to obtain more information about our visitors and prospective members attending Church Services, A meeting of active and inactive Elders was set for 10:0 A.M.,October 3rd to prepare for Communion Service. After a discussion on personal matters,Dr.Marshburn dismissed with prayer. Robert Marshbtrn Hobert Reavis Moderator Clerk of Session APPROVEDRY FIRST PRESBYTERY DATELL IG 5.QDERATORSFeb The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on October 31st at 10:0 AM.Those Elders present were: Gene Hines Bob Reavis Charles Washington Jack Baer David Pressly Roscoe Stilwell Bob Little Gene Broome Harold Morrison Dr.Robert Marshburn was moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little. A motion by Roscoe Stilwell,seconded by Gene Hines was made to receive the following into the membership of our church or transfer of letters: Albert Nash from First Baptist Church Ervin McGuirt from St.John Lutheran Church Mr.and Mrs,William Crosswhite from Trinity Episcopal Church After being graciously received by the Session the meeting was clesed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn. YO 4 i fabect Aehs as obert Reavis,Cler’ The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on November 7th at 8:00 PM,Those Elders present were: Harold Morrison Jack Waugh Bob Little Roscoe Stilwell Gene Hines David Pressly Gene Broome Bob Reavis Also present were the recently elected Elders: Bernard Kunkle A.B.Stradley W.E,.Waugh Hubert Brown Bob Kestler Frank Deaton The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Broome that the newly elected Deacons would serve in the following order: Six year term:Watt Alexander Archie Bost John M,Davidson George Armistead James Cashion Robert S,Davidson George Knight Al Langston Four year term:Lynn Freeze Ballard Grant Mack Goodwin,Jr, Two year term:Frank Futrell Oscar Stradley Motion was carried, Dr.Marshburn requested permission to leave immediately after the Thanksgiving Breakfast to go to Greenville and on to Homer,Georgia,November 27th he is to have services at Homer Presbyterian Church.Motion to grant leave was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines,It was carried,Rev.Bob Henderson will hold November 27th morning services,7% The clerk was instructed to request from Chairman of the Board of Deacons to furnish the Session with a financial statement each month along with the minutes of the meetings,This request was made so that all would be able to work closer together, A motion was made by Bob Little and seconded by Roscoe Stilwell that two Elders along with two Deacons meet and arrange a joint meeting of the two Boards as soon as possible,Jt was carried, It was decided that the newly elected Elders and Deacons would be installed jointly during the morning worship service December 26th, With no further business the meeting was elosed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, The Session of First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on December 5,1965,at 8:00 p.m.Those Elders present were: Jim Rodgers Gene Hines Jack Waugh David Pressly R.B.Wood Bob Little Jack Baer Roscoe Stilwell Gene Broome Harold Morrison Bob Reavis From the newly elected Board members were: W.E.Waugh Bob Kestler A.B.Stradley Frank Deaton Dr.Marshburn was the moderator.The meeting was opened with prayer by both Bob Little and Dr.Marshburn. A motion was made by Bob Little and seconded by Gene Broome instructing Dr.Marshburn to write a letter to Mr.Honeycutt requesting more information in regard to the upcoming ABC election being held in the city.Mr.Honeycutt is one of the chairmen in opposition.Motion was carried. Dr.Marshburn presented plans for Stewardship sermon to be presented Dec.12. During this service each member will be requested to sign a stewardship card. Dr.Marshburn informed the session that Rev.Grant Johnson had agreed to hold our spring services.The exact date would be announced later. 8 A report on the progress of the church property committee was made by the members present,Jack Waugh,Frank Deaton,and Roscoe Stilwell.It was requested that Neill Sowers continue serving with this committee. A motion was presented by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Gene Hines as follows: For various reasons the Apostles Creed be dropped temporarily from order of service.In lieu of above,responsive reading will be read. Motion carried. With no further business,the Session meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn. The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met January 2, at 8:00 p.m.in the Session Room.The Elders present were: W.E.Waugh Gene Broome Jim Rodgers A.B.Stradley David Pressly Frank Deaton Harold Morrison Bernard Kunkle Gene Hines Bob Reavis Louis Evans Hubert Brown Charles Washington Jack Baer Bob Kestler Bob Little Jack Waugh Dr.Marshburn was the moderator.The meeting was opened with prayer by W.B.Waugh. The minutes of the previous meeting was read by the clerk and approved by the Session.A report was made by Dr.Marshburn in regard to the ABC election in February.It was requested that our church donate $200 to help on expenses. A motion was made by Frank Deaton,seconded by A.B.Stradley,that a committee be appointed to canvass the two official boards to raise the expense money. Motion was carried.The committee appointed was Bob Little,Frank Deaton, and Gene Hines.A motion by Jack Waugh was made to the effect that a statement be sent to Rev.Honeycutt expressing the Session's opposition to ABC stores. Motion seconded by Bob Little and carried. A joint meeting of the present boards was proposed for January 22 at 6:5. Dr.Marshburn reported that Rev.Grant Johnson would have our spring services and these services would begin March 27 and end March 30. A report of our present financial condition was presented and much gratitude Was expressed regarding the fine work done by our Board of Deacons and congregation on this matter. The 1966 budget was presented and discussed.A motion by Jack Waugh,seconded by Jim Rodgers,approving the proposed budget.was made and carried.The budget is to be presented and approved by congregation the next Sabbath. The following committees were set up for the next two years: Clerk of Session “Robert Reavis Music Committee Jim Rodgers,Chairman Bob Little Visiting Commit tee~----<.-.---0--Harold Morrison,Chairman Bernard Kunkle Communion Service Commistee---Charles Washington,Chairman Jack Baer Louis Evans Welcome Committee----------------«=--Frank Deaton,Chairman Representative on Board of Christian Education Gene Broome A motion was made by Jack Waugh,seconded by Frank Deaton,that an insert be put into bulletin encouraging our congregation to attend Sabbath night services and informing them what all is provided for all ages, With no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Khedhgewsre The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met January 9,1966,at 10:0 a.m.in the church office.The Elders present were: Harold Morrison Gene Broome Paul Kearns Jim Rodgers W.E.Waugh Frank Deaton Hubert Brow Jack Waugh Louis Evans Bob Reavis RB,Kestler,Jr.Charles Washington Gene Hines Jack Baer Bernard Kunkle Bob Little A.B.Stradley Dr.Marshburn was moderator,The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison. Dr.Marshburn introduced the members of the Communicants Class to be accepted into membership of the church.They were: James Pressly Long Richard Kirkman Long Timothy Lee Davidson Brenda Kay Davidson Timothy Scott Little Robert Pressly Marshburn Charles Robin Ferber Debra Lynn Stewart Rachel Grubb Carol Jean Richburg Virginia Esther Richburg Debra Sue Young Susan Elizabeth Raymer Sallie Lynn Shell Don Livingston Baily After a very interesting and inspiring question period a motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines to accept them into full time membership on profession of faith,It was also noted that Carol Jean Richburg,Virginia EstherRichburg,Rachel Grubb,and Debra Lynn Stewart would be baptized during the morning worship service, After the new members were graciously greeted by the Session,Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. a /)/ 0 Dy erator avis, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the SessionRoomonJanuary23,1966,at 10:0 a.m.The Elders present were: David Pressly Frank Deaton Bob Little Hubert Brown Harold Morrison Bernard Kunkle W.E.Waugh R.B,Kestler,Jr,Gene Hines Bob Reavis Gene Broome Jack Baer A.B.Stradley Jack Waugh calledDr.Marshburn was the moderator.The!meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little, The following were received into the membership of our church on transfer of letter: Mrs.Ann Lou Sellers from Westminster A.R.Presbyterian Church, Winston-Salem,North Carolina Mr.Ben Long from St,Phillips Episcopal Cimrch,Atlanta,Georgia Mrs.Ben (Mary Love)Long from St.Johns lutheran Church,Statesville, North Carolina Mr.and Mrs,Henry Veghte from First Baptist Church,Johnstowm,New York A motion to receive these was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by David Pressly. After a closing prayer by Dr.Marshburn the new members were graciously received by the Session. The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on February 13,1966 at 8:00 p.m.The Elders present were: Bernard Kunkle David Pressly R.B.Kestler A.B.Stradley Charles Washington Frank Deaton Jack Baer W.E.Waugh Robert Reavis Hubert Brown Gene Hines Bob Little Jim Rogers Jack Waugh Gene Broome Harold Morrison Dr,Marshburn was the moderator,The meeting was opened with prayer by Charles Washington. Franklin Jenkins,a member of our church,came before the Session revealing plens to enter the ministry.He plans to enter Erskine Seminary this fall.A motion was made by Gene Broome,seconded by Gene Hines,that he be received as a candidate for the ministry.Motion carried. Dr.Marshburn announced that the spring meeting of First Presbytery would be March 15 at Tabernacle Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Charlotte,Our representative will be Jack Baer with Bernard Kunkle as alternate, Mr,Ikie Kennerly,a middler in Union Seminary in Richmond will be with us for approximately 10 weeks this summer. It was reported that we have approximately $7000 in the organ fund, A very interesting and inspiring report of the Board of Christian Education was read and discussed after which Frank Deaton made the motion to accept the report. David Pressly seconded the motion,Motion carried, Plans for the Spring meeting and communion services were discussed.Jack Waugh made a motion that we again this year use the commmnion cards;Gene Broome seconded it.A motion by Frank Deaton,seconded by Gene Hines,proposed that our spring communion service be held April 17,This will allow ample time to have a commnicent class prepared. The following motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Hines: The Elders of this church along with the pastor,if,as,and when hearing of someone feeling the call to join the ministry will each use his influence to encourage that person to enter Erskine Theological Seminary. It is requested that the clerk send copies of the above to Dr.Joe Wightman, President of Erskine College,and to Dr.D.L.Allison,Dean of Erskine College Seminary. With no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met March 6,1966, in the Session Room.Those Elders present were: James Rodgers Jack Waugh R.B,Kestler W.E.Waugh Robert Reavis Bernard Kunkle Charles Washington Harold Morrison Gene Broome Hubert Brown David Pressly Gene Hines A.B,Stradley Dr.Marshburn,Moderator The meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown, The minutes of the previous meeting were read by the Clerk and approved by the Session, A letter from Dr,D.L,Allison regarding seminary possibilities was read by the Clerk as a matter of information. Dr.James Rodgers and Mr,Bernard Kunkle agreed to be our representatives to the Synod meeting this year. A motion was made by James Rodgers and seconded by Charles Washington that we send the choir director and organist to the music workshop during the week of Synod, expenses paid if possible, Hubert Brown and W,E,Waugh are appointed as the Sessional representatives aiding the Deacons'program, A motion was made by James Rodgers and seconded by Gene Hines that the dinner for the Elders,Deacons,and their wives of local A.R.P.Churches be an annual affair; the date was set for the first Tuesday after Ground Hog's Day.Those Elders appointed to the planning committee are Bob Little,Gene Hines,Harold Morrison, and James Rodgers. The meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met April 3,1966, at 8:00 p.m,in the Session Room,Members present were: W.E.Waugh David Pressly James Rodgers Jack Baer Robert Reavis Gene Broome A,B.Stradley R.B.Kestler Charles Washington Hubert Brown Bernard Kunkle Harold Morrison Gene Hines Jack Waugh Louis Evans Frank Deaton Due to the absence of Dr,Marshburn,the Clerk,Robert Reavis,presided, The meeting was opened with prayer by Bernard Kunkle, The purpose of the called meeting was to make plans for visitation prior to the Spring meeting.Harold Morrison,Visitation Chairman,passed out the visitation lists to each Elder while he gave instructions to each, With no other business the meeting was closed with prayer by Robert Reavis. Robert Marshburn,Moderator Kel Reavis,it The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Office of the DCE on April 17,1966,at 10:30 a.m,Elders present were: Frank Deaton Robert Reavis Bernard Kunkle Jack Waugh Charles Washington David Pressly W.E.Waugh Gene Hines Harold Morrison Jack Baer Hubert Brown A.B,Stradley Bob Little R,B,Kestler Dr,Marshburn,Moderator After a very inspiring question and answer period the following were accepted into full membership of the church on Profession of Faith:John Goodwin,June Fink, Melinda Langston,Angela Kunkle,Lynn Davidson,Judy Allison,Mary Allison,©. Motion to accept the above was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by W.E.Waugh. .Also,Mr.and Mrs.J.C,Fink were accepted into full are on trenetee of letter from Western Avenue _—Church.: The new members were very graciously welcomed by the Session, With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer, Ketek arsh barn!Ksdbeat Kbette“Robert Marshburn,Moderator °eavis,cler The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met at 8:00 p.mintheSessionRoomonApril20,1966,Elders present were: A.B,Stradley Gene Broome Robert Reavis W.E.Waugh Gene Hines Charles Washington Hubert Brown Harold Morrison Frank Deaton Dr,Marshburn,Moderator The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh.After a discussion between Dr,Marshburn and the Elders,a motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines that an invitation be extended during the church service to anyone desiring to make a public Profession of Faith,to come into the membership of the Church,or to discuss a spiritual problem,The above invitation would be extended at the minister's discretion.Motion carried, 344 A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by A.B,Stradley that the following be added to the church roll:Mr.Jack Ireland,Mrs,Wanda Campbell,Frank and David Campbell. Dr.Marshburn was granted leave of absence Wednesday night,April 27,due to a speaking engagement Thursday morning at Erskine College.Bernard Kunkle will be in charge of Prayer Meeting. With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer, ]|‘.2 - Robert Marsh »Moderator Robert Reavis,Clerk The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on May 15,1966,at 8:00 p.m,Elders present were: Gene Broome W.E,.Waugh James Rodgers David Pressly Gene Hines Charles Washington R,.B.Kestler Hubert Brown A.B.Stradley Bernard Kunkle Harold Morrison Robert Reavis Jack Waugh Paul Kearns Dr,Marshburn,Moderator The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh, As a matter of information Dr,Marshburn discussed some items of business expected at the forthcoming Synod Meeting.Dr,Marshburn and Dr,James Rodgers are to be the representatives from our church,An up-to-date report was made by Jack Waugh regard- ing our property needs,The possibility of acquiring property behind our church was discussed and the urgency for additional Sabbath School space was expressed. A list of prospective new members was reviewed and Elders were appointed to revisit some prospects, With no further business,Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer, Robert Marshburn,Moderator be Reavis,e *#The following Minutes should be recorded on Page 36.See note. The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on August 7,1966,at 8:00 p.m, The Elders present were:A,B,Stradley Bob Little Hubert Brown Harold Morrison Jack Waugh W.E.Waugh Gene Hines Bernard Kunkle Bob Reavis R,B.Kestler David Pressly Jim Rodgers Dr.Marshburn,Moderator I.K.Kennerly The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little, &Mr,Marvin Raymer,a local funeral director,presented a plan in regard to parking taf!during funerals,The plan proposed was:parking would be allowed in three rows + from the alley next to the church east to the Esso Station,corner of Tradd and Broad,with the traffic going west. es The above motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines. Sabbath,October 2,1966,will be Worldwide Communion Service.Plans are being made for an every-member canvass to be carried out by the Session before that date, The Session,along with Dr.Marshburn,espresses our gratitude to Mr,I,K.Kennerly for his exceptional dedicated work with us during the summer months, A motion was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Bernard Kunkle that the Apostles! Creed be re~instated in the morning worship service, With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer. .<" san tek UT td:Kes eed.’evs 6 ae: The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met on June 13,1966, at 10:0 a.m.in the Session Room, The Elders present were:Bob Little Hubert Brown Bernard Kunkle Jack Baer Harold Morrison Bob Reavis W.E.Waugh Frank Deaton Jack Waugh David Pressly Jim Rodgers Dr,Marshburn,Moderator The meeting was opened with prayer by W,E,Waugh, Mr.I,K,Kennerly was introduced to the Session by Dr.Marshburn,Mr,Kennerly willserveasassistantpastorduringthissummer, The following motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Bernard Kunkle:theSessionofthischurchwishestogoonrecordapprovingandcommendingtheErskineCollegeTrusteesintheirelectionofDr,Marshburn as a member of the Board, The following were accepted into fulltime membership of the church by transfer ofletter:George Chambers from the Western Avenue Baptist Church;Bill Johnson fromTheRaceStreetMethodistChurch,The acceptance motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Harold Morrison.The new members were graciously welcomed by the Session, Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. »Moderator Reavis, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met in the SessionRoomonJune19,1966,at 8:00 p.m. The Elders present were:Bernard Kunkle Jack Waugh Harold MorrisonJimRodgersGeneHinesCharlesWashingtonHubertBrownLouisEvansW.E,.WaughBobReavisDavidPresslyFrankDeatonDr.Marshburn,Moderator The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Reavis. Dr.Marshburn presented his vacation plans,They were as follows:He and hisfamilywouldleaveforGeorgiaonJuly,1966,and return around August 1,1966,The Session are to be responsible for the Prayer Meetings during July.Those inchargewillbe:July 6--Jack Waugh;July 13--Harold Morrison;July 20--W.E,Waugh;July 27--Jim Rodgers,;5 Dr.Marshburn appointed the following to be contacted in case of deaths in thecongregation:I,K,Kennerly,Harold Morrison,and Bob Reavis, A motien was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Harold Morrison that the CommitteeonChurchPropertybeawareofnewplansbeingmadeandstudiedbythecityonthedowntownarea, The date of the next Session Meeting was set for August 7,1966, With no further business the meeting was dismissed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, : Ack at We iba:kee Reavis,off of Session *tAugust 7,1966--See Minutes preceding Meeting of June 13,1966 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church met on August 1),1966,at 10:0 a.m,in the Session Room. W.E.Waugh Harold Morrison Gene HinesA.B,Stradley David Pressly Jack BaerHubertBrownDr.Marshburn,Moderator The Elders present were:Jack Waugh Frank Deaton Bernard Kunkle A The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison, Upon a motion by Jack Waugh and seconded by Jack Baer,Mr.and Mrs,Marion Fairey were accepted into fulltime membership of our church from the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Due West,South Carolina.The new members were very graciously received by the Session, Dr,Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer. Prank Weaba rs »Méderator Frank Deaton,Sub,Clerk of Session The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Statesville,NorthCarolina,met jointly with the Board of Deacons September 9,1966,at 8:00 p.m,in the sanctuary, Elders present were:Hubert Brown A.B,Stradley Charles Washington y Bob Reavis Jack Waugh Bernard Kunkle Paul Kearns Jack Baer Jim Rodgers Louis Evans W.E.Waugh Harold Morrison Gene Hines Gene Broome David Pressly The meeting was opened with prayer by Paul Kearns. The Music Committee Chairman,Jim Rodgers presented the report on plans for a new organ,Mr.Brock of Mitchell College explained the makings of a pipe organ.He also presented a low bid of approximately $,000 for the type and size organ needed for the church,After much discussion the following motion was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Jack Waugh:we are to consider what was presented and meet again on October 22 for further study,Motion carried, A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Gene Hines as follows:A committee is to be appointed by the pastor to study a financial arrangement for an assistant minister,Motion carried.Dr,Marshburn,along with Ralph Mullis and Gene Broome, was appointed, Motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Broome that Robert Reavis be thedelegatetoFallPresbyteryinCharlottewithGeneBroomeasalternate, Meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church,Statesville,NorthCarolina,met in the Session Room on September 11,°1966,at 8:00 p.m, Elders present were:Jack Baer A.B.Stradley Charles Washington Louis Evans James Rodgers Bernard Kunkle Gene Hines Robert Reavis Harold Morrison Jack Waugh Hubert Brown David Pressly Gene Broome Paul Kearns Frank Deaton W.E.Waugh Robert Marshburn,Modera- tor The meeting was opened with prayer by Bernard Kunkle, The following motion was made by Gene Hines and seconded by A.B.Stradley; Dr,Marshburn is to be allowed to enter into a preliminary discussion with I.K. Kennerly in regard to an opening for associate minister or assistant minister, Motion carried, A motion was made by Charles Washington and seconded by Gene Broome extending Mr,Kennerly an invitation to hold services on Thanksgiving Sabbath.Motion carried, A motion was made by Charles Washington that at the First Presbytery's request, Burlington Day,October 9,should be observed and an offering be taken and the requestfor$1.00 per member be underwritten,Motion not seconded,Substitute motion made by Hubert Brown:Special offering be taken on an individual basis with total amount contributed be turned over to First Presbytery.Motion seconded by Louis Evans, Motion carried, A joint meeting of both boards was set for October 9,1966,at 8:00 p.m Dr.Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer, APPROVED BY FIRST PRESBYTERY DATE pof1e/66 MODERATORa 349 The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met November 13,1966,at 8:00 P.M, in the Session Room. The Elders present were: Harold Morrison David Pressly Gene Broome Jack Baer Frank Deaton Bob Reavis W.E,Waugh Hubert Brown Charles Washington Gene Hines R.B.Kestler,Jr.Jack Waugh Bernard Kunkle Dr.Marshburn was moderator. “The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome, The following motion was made by Hubert Brown and seconded by Bob Kestlers; It was moved that a committee with eight members be appointed to carry through with the construction of the Organ,They are to arrange for a commitment of loan as well as to supervise the Organ Fund,(Note -It is understood that through this motion the Organ Committee is,or will be,responsible for all business pertaining to the Organ)Members appointed by the Session are as follows:Jim Rodgers,Jack Waugh,John Lewis,Jr.,John Plyler,Roscoe Stilwell,Albert White,Mrs.Erskine Johnson,Sr.,and Mrs,Frank Deaton.Jack Waugh agreed to convene the committee, The above motioncarried, The following motion was mace by Frank Deaton and seconded by Bernard Kunkle; A Building Committee be appointed to study and make plans for additional Sabbath School space,The appointed members are:Jim Cashion,Tom Hutchins,Jane Miller, Gene Broome,Gehe Hines,Ray Raymer and Bill Parlier, Motion Carried. A motion was made by Hubert Brown and seconded by W.E,Waugh that the Session budget remain at $200 for the year of 1967.Motion carried. A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Jack Baer that Dr.Marshburn contact Rev,William Brownson to hold Evangelistic meeting from February 26 throughMarch1,1967.Motion carried. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Hines that Harold Morrison and David Pressly study the possibility of a family night supper soon,Motion carried, With no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Dr.hele Mas RS bf 8,ee The Session of the First A,R,Presbyterian Church of Statesville met in the Session Room on December ,1966,at 8:00 P,M. The members present were: David Pressly Hubert Brown R.B.Kestler,Jr, W.E.Waugh Gene Hihes Gene Broome Jim Rodgers Harold Morrison Charles Washington Frank Deaton Bob Reavis Jack Waugh Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting.The meeting was opened with prayer byJimRodgers, The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved, A report was presented by Jack Waugh Chairman of the Organ Committee,to the report the committee was progressing with much success, A report on the Building Committee's progress was made by Gene Broome, The proposed budget for the fisical year of 1967 was read and discussed by Dr, Marshburn along with John Plyler and Ralph Mullis from the Deacons Board, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by W.E,Waugh that the Budget be adopted and approved in its entirity.Motion carried, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by David Pressly that the PrayerMeetingservicesforDecember7,1966,and December 1),1966,be canceled due to the 350 Christmas rehearsal conflict.Motion carried, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by David Pressly that Bob Reavis be included as a member of the Building Committee.Motion carried, With no further business,Dr,Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer, wack OMA Robert Reavis,af The Session of the First A,R.Presbyterian Church of Statesville met in the Session Roomat10:0 A.M.,December 11,1966. The members present were: Jack Waugh Hubert Brown R.B.Kestler,Jr, W.E.Waugh Charles Washington Frank Deaton A.B.Stradley Gene Broome Gene Hines Bob Reavis Dr.Marshburn was moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Charles Washington that the following be accepted into full time membership: Mr,Sam Holcombe from First Baptist Churéh of Conord,N.C,. Mrs.Sam (Dorothy)Holcombe from the Western Avenue Baptist Church of Statesville, Motion carried, After the new couple was graciously received by the session,Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer, MS Reavis,Coact i The Session of the First A,R,Presbyterian Church of Statesville met December,25,1966,at 9:45 A.M.in the Session Room. The members present were: Frank Deaton Jack Waugh Harold Morrison Bob Little Gene Hines Bob Reavis Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting and opened with prayer, The following were presented to becoome full-time members of our church on their profession of faiths Robert Pearson Nan Pearson Denise Morrison Carol Ann Hines Richard Dale Waugh Joey Roseman After an interesting question and answer period present by Dr.Marshburn and thecommunicants,Frank Deaton made and Harold Morrison seconded the motion that they be accepted into full-time membership,Motion carried,ms A motion was made also by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that Mrs.Nancy Pearson,mother of Nan and Bob Pearson,be accepted into full-time membership on transfer of letter from Trinity Methodist Church, The new members were graciously accepted by the Session and Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. ona by 11 wh kas che “351 The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church of Statesville met in the Session Room on January 8,1967,at 8:00 P.M. The members present were: A.B.Stradley Jack Waugh W.E.Waugh Jack Baer Frank Deaton Gene Hines Harold Morrison Charles Washington David Pressly Jim Rodgers Bob Reavis R.B.Kestler,Jr. Hubert Brown Gene Broom Bernard Kunkle Dr.Marshburn was the moderator. The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh. A letter was read by Dr.Marshburn from I,K.Kennerly regarding his future plans,He is planning on continuing his education one more year,Dr.Marshburn was instructed to contact him for summer work with us.The above motion was made by Hubert Erown and seconded by Charles Washington. A letter from Mrs,David Pressty-we Dr.Marshburn requesting permissio to use our facilities for a (Cerebral Palsy School.’\A motion was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Frank Deaton that we acéep qaest from Mrs.Pressly in regards to the Cerebral Palsy program using our facilities.A substitute motion by Jack Waugh seconded by Jack Baer that the previous motion be tabled until the next meeting to give more time for study was defeated, The main motion was voted on and carried, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Charles Washington for the minister to name a committee of three to represent the Session in the matter of the operation and all necessary agreements with the above people.Motion carried,“ A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that communion service be held January 29. Harold Morrison along with two others are to be a committee of three planning for the Annual Deacons,Elders and Wives Supper from the Statesville and Iredell County A.R.P.Churches, Gene Hines agreed to be the Institutional representative on the Scout Board, No further business,Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer, fate Kea tiie Robert Reavis The Session of the cores A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room January 29,1967,at 10:0 A, The Elders present were: Jack Waugh W.E.Waugh Harold Morrison Gene Broome Jack Baer Bob Reavis Bernard Kunkle A.B.Stradley Gene Hines Jim Rodgers Bob Little Hubert Brown David Pressly Dr.Marshburn was the moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh. The following were presented to the Session joining the church on transfer of letter: Mr.and Mrs.Arthur Culler transfering from the Second Presbyterian Church in Spartenburg,S.-C.The above motion to accept was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by HaroldMorrison.Motion carried. Mrs.Fern Mills Johnson transfering from New Sterling A.R.Presbyterian Church,‘The above motion to accept was made by Harold liorrison and seconded by W.E.Wauzh. Motion carried, do2 The following were presented on profession of their faith:George G.Armistead and Howard Chandler Armistead.After responding very well to questions presented by Dr.Marshburn,a motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by A.B.Stradley that they be accepted into full-time membership. No further busjne presented,Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer, —: ars »Moderato 0 avis e The Sessioh of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room on February 5,1967,at 8:00 P.M. The members present were: Jack Baer Jack Waugh Frank Deaton David Pressly Bernard Kunkle Gene Broome Hubert Brown W.E.Waugh Jim Rodgers Gene Hines Harold Morrison Bob Reavis Bob Little Dr.Marshburn was moderator. The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome.The following were appointed by the moderator to serve as the committee representing the church working with the Cerebral Palsy Program:Gene Broome,Bill Parlier,Mrs.John (Jerry)Davidson,An annual report for the Presbytery was read by the moderator and discussed.A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by W.E,Waugh that the report be presented as read. Motion carried. A discussion regarding the forthcoming Evangelistic meeting with Rev.Willian Brownson followed.Dr.David Pressly agreed to handle the meals for the visiting minister.Cottage Prayer Meetings were set up for February 22 and 23 in four homes 6ach night,Bob Little and Bernard Kunkle agreed to arrange for the meeting places and for the meeting leaders. A motion was made by Bob Little and seconded by Frank Deaton that the above be done and also each Elder contact each member on their visitation list either by phone,personal visit or mail.Motion carried.The Deacons are asked to be responsible for the morning breakfasts.Mr.Frank Deaton will be responsible for the sign in front of the church, A request was made by the Building Committee to more clearly define their responsibility.This was delayed until the March meeting. With no further business,the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn. Ketet_7 hearinRobertMarsh»Moderator Robert Reavis,Clerk7Afl The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met on March Sth,1967at6:00 P.M.in the Session Room. The members present were: Gene Hines W.E,.Waugh.W.Jim RodgersDavidPresslyHubertBrownBernardKunkleA.B.Stradley Frank Deaton Jack WaughHaroldMorrison1.B.Kestler,Jr.Charles Washington Gene Broome Bob Reavis The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh.The minutes of the February meeting was read by the clerk and approvedasread,In a discussion regarding our February meetings held by Rey.BrownsonmuchpraisewasexpressedastothepreachingandBiblestudy.It was also suggested we hold cottage prayer meetings occasionally, A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by Bernard Kunkle that the DeMolay be invited to hold their services with us on March 12,Motion carried, With Spring Presbytery being March 21st at Huntersville A,R.Presbyterian Church,Harold Morrison and Bernard Kunkle agreed to be our representatives and lternate respectively, Dr.Jim Rodgers agreed to be our representative to.Synod with Jack Waugh s alternate, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Broome that we forego the evening worship service March 12 and join with Covenant A.Rk.P.Church to hear Rev.Lauderdale,Motion carried, The following motion was made by W.E,Waugh and seconded by Jim Rodgers: The Building Committee be asked to give a report of their findings and make recommendations according to their studies,to the Session,of what needs to be done.Motion carridd, Dr.Marshburn read the 1966 Annual report of the Board of Christian Education and recommendations, Dr.Jim Rodgers made.the motion that Item #1 regarding a study class for Elders and Deacons on "The Confession of Faith"and "The Book of Church Order" be complied with when possible.The motion seconded by Jack Waugh and carried. Item #2 regarding more emphasis placed on Evangelism in Sabbath School was highly recommended, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Charles Washington that a note be placed in the Church bullétin asking the congregation if they would like to have a Bonclarken Sabbath.Motion carried. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by David Pressly highly commending the Board for the fine report presented. Harold Morrison expressed his appreciation to the members for services rendered conserning the Joint Elders &Deacons barbeque supper.He also reported that approx- imately 340 attended. A motion was made by Dr..Jim hodgers and seconded by Frank Deaton that the Deacons e asked to secure and make available visitor cards. No further business.Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. Reavis, The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at10:0 A,M.March 12,1967. The members present were: Jack Baer W.E.Waugh Paul Kearns A.B.Stradley Charles Washington :ob Reavis Jack Waugh Harold Morrison R.B.Kestler Hubert Brown Dr.Marshburn was Moderator. The meeting was opened with prayer by Hubert Brown, A motion was made by A.8.Stradley and seconded by Charles Washington that Mr.and Mrs,Henry Sides by excepted into fulltime membership on transfer of letters from the New Sterling A.R Church, Motion carried. With no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, Robert Reavis,Clerk 3 The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room at10:40 A.M.March 26,1967. The members present were: Bernard Kunkle Hubert Brown Frank Deaton Harold Morrison Bob Little Gene Hines Jack Baer W.E.Waugh Jack Waugh A.B,.Stradley Bob Reavis Charles Washington Dr.Marshburn was Moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little. The following were presented to the Session requesting full time membership on profession of their faith: Mary Ramsey,Jeffry Lee Moore,Denny Hodges and Debra Hodges, After being questioned by Dr,Marshburn and responding very well a motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Hines that the young people be excepted.Motion carried. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines that Frank ‘Deaton would conduct the evening services and Bernard Kunkle present a film, The Session designated April 23rd to be Spring Communion Day. Keb Reavis,hike The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met on April 2nd,1967 P,M.in the Session Room. The members present were: A.B.Stradley Hubert Brown Bob Reavis Harold Morrison Jack Waugh Charles Washington David Pressly Gene Hines W.E.Waugh Jim Rodgers Gene Eroome Bernard Kunkle The meeting was epened with prayer by Charles Washington. Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting. Dr.Marshburn brought a request from a member of the congregation that we consider the installing of the Church flag and the American flag in the main sanctuary.A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Charles Washington that we consider the above proposal and decide at our next meeting.Motion carried. A motion was made by Bob Reavis and seconded by Iiubert Urown that we investigate the possibility of installing hearing aids in the church for those who need such, Motion carried. A motion was made by Gene Broome and seconded by A.B.Stradley that a family night supper be held sometime in May for the congregation.Motion carried, The committee for the above are: Harold Morrison,Bernard Kunkle,Gene Broome,lMrs.Mundhenke,David Pressly, Pob Little, A Motion was made by Charles Washington and seconded by Jim Rodgers that we obtain a Suitable date in July to hold church services at Bonclarken,Motion carried. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Jim Rodgers that Mr.John Todd, a midler at Richmond,be invited to work here this summer.Motion carried. Dr.Marshburn reported that he had been invited to preach the Paccalaureate Service at Mooresville High School, With no further business Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. Robért Marshbf’rn,Moderator Robert lteavis,Cler 399TheSessionoftheFirstA.R.Presbyterian Church met on April 16,1967 at 10:0 A.M.in the Session Room. The members present were; Gene Hines Paul Kearns Jack Waugh -David Pressly W.E.Waugh rank Deaton Harold Morrison Hubert Brown A.B.Stradley CharlesWashington Jack Baer Bob Reavis R.B.Kestler,Jr. Dy.Marshburn was moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank[ The following were excepted into full time eee on transfer of letter; Lawrence Moss from Ardmore Baptist Church,Winston Salem,N.C. Mrs.Frank (Sue)Davidson from the Rose Chapel Methodist Church. The motion was made by Charles Washington and seconded by Gene Hines, The new members were graciously greeted and Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. Kobtchuheaurs. foderator Robert Reavis,Clerk atavon. The Session of the First A,R.:Presbyterian:Church met on April 23rd at 10:0 A.M. in the Session Room. The following were present: W.E.Waugh Bob Reavis Charles Washington Jack Waugh Bob Little R.D.Kestler,Jr. Harold Morrison Jack Baer David Pressly Jim Rodgers Gene Broome Gene Hines Hubert~Brown Frank Deaton Peul Kearns -Benard Kunkle DOr.Marshburn was the Moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little, The following came before the Session to unite with our Church on Profession of their faith:Pam Sigmon,John Kearns,Ruth Kearns,Susan Goodman,and Paul Reavis, After responding to several questions presented by Dr.Marshburn.Frank Deaton moved that they be excepted into fulltime membership,Bob Little seconded the motion, Also on a motion by Jack Waugh and seconded by Gene Hines,Donna Sue Campbell and Lu Anne Campbell be excepted on profession of their ae Motion carried, Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer and the Session ger musly greeted —new members. Lbs PenMarshburn,[ic ‘Robert Reavis,Clerk The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met on May 21,1967 at 8:00 p.m, in the Session Room,The members present were: Gene Broome Jack Baer Charles Washington Gene Hines Bob Little Hubert Brown David Pressly Harold Morrison R.B.Kestler,Jr. Jack Waugh James Rodgers Bernard Kunkle A.B.Stradley W.E,Waugh Dr.Marshburn was the Moderator, The meeting was opened with prayer by W.E.Waugh. John Todd visited our session.He was welcomed and he expressed his appreciation Dyes voice ated to cone fo our cinrchthis ammer. Harold Morrison reported that plans were complete for the family night supper tobeheldMay2h. Mimutes were read and approved, Dr,Marshburn reported the Deacons were well under way with getting the hearing aids 356 for the sanctuary, Motion by Jim Rodgers seconded by Jack Waugh that we do not place flags in the sanctuary as had been requested,Motion carried,In reference to church service at Bonclarken,This is to be held July 9,1967. Motion by Harold Morrison seconded by Gene Hines that we appoint a transportation committee.Motion carried,Those appointed were Jack Waugh,Jim Rodgers,and Burt Stradley eMotion by Jack Waugh,seconded by Jim Rodgers that we invite the Covenant A,R. Presbyterian church congregation to attend this service at Bonclarken,Motion carried. There being no further business,Dr.Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer. 9 )24 P /i CO 2 °rator The Session of First A.R.Presbyterian Church met ‘in the Session Room June ll,1967 at 10:0 a.m. The Elders present were: W.E.Waugh R.B.Kestler,Jr.Jack Waugh Jack Baer David Pressly Bob Little Bob Reavis Gene Hines Jim Rodgers Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Bob Little. The following were presented for membership upon transfer of letter, Mr.Ken Deal from New Amity A.R.P.ChurchMrs.Ken (Judy)Deal from Green Street Baptist Church,High Point,N.C. The motion to except the above was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Jack Waugh. The motion was carried and they were graciously greeted by the Session, Dr.Marshburn closed with prayer. wo ;hho VW pabhitr Je abhect (eeavia Dr.Marshburn,Méderator The Session of First A,R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session room on June 25, 1967 at 8:00 Pe MeTheElders present were: A.B,Stradley Bernard Kunkle Charles Washington R,B.Kestley,Jr.W.E,.Waugh Jack Waugh Gene Hines ,Hubert Brown David Pressly Bob Reavis John Todd also met with us. Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by A.B.Stradley.A proposal to have several A.Re P,ministers for a meeting service here was reported on ani Dr.Marshburn has already begun plans for such, The minutes of previous Session meeting was read and approved, Dr.Marshburn reported that Dr,Reynolds Young,missionary from Pakistan,would preach our August 6th services,Also plans were made for July 1,to be communion service, A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Bernard Kunkle that each Elder call the members in their districts informing them of the communion service and also the plans for Bonclarkne Services on July 9,Motion carried,Dr,Marshburn will be going to Bonclarken on Tuesday to make whatever arrangements necessary there. It was reported by Jim Rodgers that the second payment had been made on the Organwithtotalsapproximately0%of price.The pipes are to arrive in July, Dr.Marshburn reported that he would leave on vacation July 3rd and return the latter 357 part of July.! With no further business Dr,Marshburn closed with prayer.Delors 3ho/|e s 3 rator Robert Reavis, The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session Room August 20, 1967 at 8:00 P.M. The Elders present were: W.E.Waugh Charles Washington Bob Little Jack Baer Frank Deaton R.B.Kestler,Jr. Hubert Brown Harold “orrison Gene Broome Bob Reavis Jack Waugh Gene Hines Bernard Kunkle Also,John Todd was present. Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome, The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The Session went on record thanking John Todd for the fine services rendered this swamer. Mr.Todd also expressed his appreciation for the opportunity of serving here. A motion was made by Frank Deaton,and seconded by Gene Hines granting Dr.Marshburn twoorthreemoredaysvacation.Franklin Jenkins will conduct the mid-week prayer service inDr.Marshburns absence. A motion was made by Bernard Kunkle,and seconded by Bob Lyttle that "The Gideon"beallowedtoholdourmorningserviceSeptember10,1967. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by by Bob lyttle granting the use of ourBowsfortheChildrendFestivalnextMay. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Jack Baer thatthe election of Elders beginwiththeGongreationnominatingsixEldersatthecongreationalmeetingaterthemorning<~worship service October 8,1967 and voting for six Elders from a slate of twalve nominees onOctober15,1967.Also,continuing the sane method the following two Sabbath's nominatingandelectingDeacons.~ Those appointed to help in the election were:Bob Reavis,Bernard ee ga Hines and Gene Broome.A motion was made by Jackt seconddd by Gene Broome that Mn arid Mrs.Steve Cooper beacceptedintofubltimemembershipontransferofletterfromFirstPresbyterianChurch,Lexington,N.C, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Bernard Kunkle that our Fall CommunionServicebeheldOctober1,1967,and the communion cards being delivered by the Elders,There béing no further business,Dr.Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer. renee?Nablus! Dr.Robert Marshburn,Mdderator Robert Reavis,Clerk The Session of First A.R.Presbyterian Church met in the Session room at 10:0 A.MeSeptember10,1967. The following members were present: Charles Washington We.©,Waugh Bernard KunkleHubertBrownHaroldMorrisonR.B.Kestler,Jr. A.B.Stradley David Pressley Jim Rodgers Jack Baer Bob Reavis Bob Little Paul Kearns Dr.Marshburn was the moderator. 398 The meeting was opened with prayer by Harold Morrison. The following were presented for fulltime membership on transfer of letter,W.B.(Bill)Cook from Rutherford Methodist Church,Boone,N.C.Mrs.Jimmy (Nancy)Troutman from Vanderburg Methodist Church,Mooresville,N.C,A motion was made by Bob Iittle and seconded by W.E.Waugh thet the above be accepted.Dre Marshburn closed the meeting with prayer after which the Session very graciouslygreetedthenewmembers. AbtTD eihlase)hitbShedd Robert Marshburn,Moderator Robert Reavis,Clerk The Session of the First A,R.Presbyterian Church met October lst at 8:00 p.m in the Session Room, The Members present were: A.B.Stradley Charles Washington Bob Reavis Harold Morrison David Pressly Barnard Kunkle Hubert Brown R.B.Kestler,Jr.Gene Broome Jim Rodgers Frank Deaton Gene Hines W.E.Waugh Jack Waugh Bob Little The meeting was opened with prayer by Gene Broome, The minutes of previous meeting was read and approved, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by A.B.Stradley’that the Church except the proposition regarding church directories offered with the understanding that no cost be accessed the church unless it would be the cost of mailing. The Pastor is to appoint a committee to be responsible for okaying the contract.y Motion carried, A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Hines permitting Dr,Marshe burn to hold services in Chester,S.C.,October 25th through October 29th.Motion carried, A motion was made by Bob Reavis and seconded by Robert Little that Bernard Kunkle be our representative at Fall Presbytery with Jim Rodgers as alternate,The meeting will be held at Coddle Creek ARP Church,October 17th. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Bernard Kunkle some appropriate recognition be installed in church of Dr.J.H.Pressly who so faithfully served in our pulpit for 53 years.Dr.Marshburn is to appoint a committee to be responsible for the above,Motion carried. With no further business the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, 4 ‘ A wana : hotel clVO ae Robert Reavis,Clerk APPROVED BY FIRST PRESBYTERY ‘pe /9 (Te / DATE Xx fp.—hasareODERATO Deacons from 1968 thru 1976, Elders:R,L.Bradford Roscoe Stilwell W.L.Mundhenke Albert White John Lewis,Jr. i The following were elected during the month of October to serve as Elders and Deacons:Don Cheek Walter J.Munro,Jr.Edgar Troutman John Davidson Joe Roseman Bill Walker James Milstead Joe Sellers Wade Watt R.B.Wood The Session of First A.R.P.Church met in the Session Room at 8:00 p.m November 5th,1967. Members present were: David Pressly Bernard Kunkle Bill Waugh Jack Baer Jim Rodgers Frank Deaton A.B.Stradley Harold Morrison Gene Broome Bob Reavis Gene Hines Charles Washington Jack Waugh The meeting was opened with prayer by Charles Washington. Dr,Marshburn was moderator of the meeting, The committee on Dr.J.H.Pressly memorial as Gene Hines,Frank Deaton,Charles Washington. The committee on the church Directory is John Plyler,Gene Broome and Bernard Kunk2ée. A motion was made by David Pressly and seconded by A.B,Stradley permitting Dr, Marshburn to ask Franklin Jenkins to serve as Assistant Minister during the summer month of 1968.Motion carried. A motion was made by Jim Rodgers and seconded by Gene Hines granting Dr.Marshburn permission to talk with John Todd regarding possibility serving as Assistant Minister beginning September,1968,Motion carried.The Organ recital is planned to be held December 3rd.a A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by David Pressly that the period of c time between December 10 and thru January lst be set aside as Sacrificial Gift time—~ for the new organ,Motion carried. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by A.B.Stradley that the Board of Deacons have the custodian arrange to lock all outside doors of the church.Motion carried. A motion was made by Bernard Kunkle and seconded by Frank Deaton that the ordination service for the new Deacons and Elders be held Sabbath December 3lst.Motion carried. A motion was made by A,B.Stradley and seconded by Gene Broome that a Thanksgiving Breakfast be held November 23rd.A committee made up of W.L.Mundhenke,Bernard Kunkle and A,B.Stradley were appointed to arrange the breakfast.Motion carried. A motion was made by Bernard Kunkle and seconded by Jim Rodgers to ask the Trustees to look into the possibility and need to incooperate the church,Motion carried. i Robert Marshburn,Moderator Robert Reavis,Clerk The Session of First A,R.P.Church met November 19,1967 at 10:0 a.m.The members present were: Jack Baer Hubert Brown Frank Deaton W.E,Waugh David Pressly Paul Kearns A.B.Stradley Bob Reavis James Rodgers Harold Morrison Jack Waugh Robert Kestler Bob Little Dr,Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton. A motion was made by W.E,Waugh and seconded by Frank Deaton that the following be excepted into full time membership upon transfer of letter. Mrs.Clara Taylor --Broad Street Methodist Church,Statesville,N.C. Mr,and Mrs.(Judy)Bill Brawley and Patty --High Street Methodist Church,Franklin,Va. Motion carried. The meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn Ack Las An,bk.La Clerk The Session of First A.R.P.Church met December 3rd,1967 at 8:30 p.m.in the Session Room. The Elders present were: A.B.Stradley David Pressly Bernard Kunkle Gene Broome W.E.Waugh Bob Reavis Gene Hines Frank Deaton Charles Washington R.B.Kestler,Jr.Harold Morrison Jack Waugh Jim Rodgers Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting. The meeting was opened with prayer by Bernard Kunkle. The chairman of Board of Deacons along with the Finance Committee chairman,George Knight,were present to present the budget for 1968.After listening to the presentation and asking several questions,the Session approved the motion made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Jim Rodgers that the budget be excepted as presented,Organist and Choir Director be raised according to the judgement of the Board of Deacons,Also an amendment added requesting that an insurance adjustment be considered with the addition of the new organ,The above ammendment was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by Jim Rodgers. A motion was made by Jack Waugh and seconded by A.B.Stradley that the Sunday Service be shortened to approximately 11:50 in order to include the congregational meeting.Motion carried, It is to be noted that the third Sabbath in January be Communion Sabbath. Meeting was closed with prayer. Les Reavis,Clerk The Session of the First A.R.Presbyterian Church met December 2th,1967 at 10:15 a.m. the Church office, embers present were: Jack Waugh Bob Kestler Jack Baer A.B.Stradley Bob Reavis Frank Deaton Harold Morrison Jim Rodgers Charles Washington Gene Broome Dr.Marshburn moderated the meeting, The meeting was opened with prayer by Frank Deaton. The following were presented to the Session to be united with the church on Profession of faith:Paul Davidson |Donna Cambell Tommy Marshburn|Rickie Moore |Melinda Raymer Tony Hartness |Gill Fox Mark Morrison |Jimmie Moose|John Rodgers Billy Long Cindy Godfrey Frances Ramsey|Paul Reavis:|Meredith Brawley Mary Love Long]Julia Cashion Avis Ray Susan Mullis A motion was made by Charles Washington and seconded by Harold Morrison that the above be accepted into full time membership.Motioncarried. A motion was made by Frank Deaton and seconded by Gene Broome to accept the following into membership of our church on transfer of letter: Mrs.Sue Fox,Dale Fox on transfer from Providence Methodist Church in Iredell County. otion carried, r.Marshburn closed with prayer. J //,el ZA Koto Mia yy L\4 LZ Ay tt41L-*ZRobertMarshburn,Moderator Robert Reavis,Clerk 562 The Session of the First Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church of Statesville met on Sabbath,January 7,1968 at 10:40 a.m.The following Elders were presents W.E.Waugh W.L.Mundhenke Hubert Brown R.B.Kestler,Jr. Jack Baer Roscoe Stilwell Frank Deaton Sr,Charles Washington Harold Morrison Archie Bost Robert T,Reavis Bernard Kunkle A.B,Stradley R,L.Bradford Jack Waugh The meeting was opened with prayer by Roscoe Stilwell and Dr.Robert J,Marshburn presided. A motion was made by R,L.Bradford and seconded by Frank Deaton,Sr.that Mrs.Richard (Peggy)Axley be wnited with the church by reaffirmation of her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The motion was unanimously adapted,and the meeting was closed with prayer by Dr.Marshburn, oo L ,Nott WV ershfuser [KeeRev.Robert J.Marshburn,DD Robert T,Reavis, Moderator Clerk of Session Special Note: This to certify a closure of THIS BOOK OF MINUTES.A new book will be purchased to open the new year of 1968.This book contains the minutes from January 1945 through December 1967, -__--—-———-—oo