Minutes of the 2007 Sessions of the Primitive Methodist Church

THE 135^th ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF THE
PRIMITIVE METHODIST CHURCH
IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
SANDY COVE BIBLE CONFERENCE
MAY 15-18, 2007

The Conference was convened at 3:30 p.m. in the Chesapeake Auditorium of Sandy Cove Bible Conference, North East, Maryland.

TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2007
AFTERNOON SESSION
Rev. Kerry Ritts welcomed everyone and reminded us that this year is the 200^th anniversary of the Primitive Methodist Church. Rev. Ritts read Psalm 24 as well as excerpts from Acornley’s History of Primitive Methodism and Ritson’s The Romance of Primitive Methodism.

Rev. Kerry Ritts lead in prayer for our sessions.

The General Secretary, Rev. David Allen, read the Roll of Churches, Conference Treasurer, Special Ministries, Sabbatical, Retired Ministers, Missionaries, Deaconesses, Ministerial Widows and Local Preachers.

Prayer was offered by Rev. Bernard Murphy for Rev. Richard Lewis and Mrs. Doris Lewis.

Conference Bar was set to include the entire auditorium.

Voted to approve the printed program.

Tellers – Revs. Nathan Doyle, Peter Mueller, James Sienkiewicz, Rich Rock and Rolando Rodriguez.

Voted to elect to the Stationing Committee Susan Sherman, Norman Rothrock, Mary Jane Sweigart, Robert Priest, Sr., Dana Hansen, Tess Ten Brink and Kathy Regan.

REPORT OF THE GENERAL SECRETARY
    1. TO THE STATIONING COMMITTEE:
    A. The following Churches request to be left in the Hands of Conference for stationing of a pastor: Cherry Street (Plymouth), Scranton, Avoca, Mountaintop, St. Clair, West Conshohocken, Westmoreland City, Victory, Houtzdale, Ocala.
    B. The following churches request to be returned to the Care of the District: Lawrenceville, Taylor, Girardville, Shenandoah, Allentown, Pittsburgh 2nd, Swisshelm Park, Merritt, Sutersville, Gratztown, Carnegie, Beaver Falls, Glen Richey, New Diggings, Standart, Streator, New Bedford South
    C. Elder Available: Rev. Dennis Frantz

    2. TO THE NATIONAL MISSION BOARD:
        The following Churches request to be left in the care of the National Mission Board: Brooklyn, Lionville, Mayfair, Door of Hope (Pittsburgh), Portage.

    3. TO THE PREACHER’S PENSION FUND:
    A. To renew Special Ministries Status: Rev. A. Russell Masartis, Rev. Dr. David Parry, Rev. Scott Roney.
    B. To be placed in Sabbatical Status: Rev. Tom Wambach, Rev. Robert Priest, Jr.
    C. To retire: Rev. K. Gene Carroll, Rev. Gale Morris.

    4. TO THE EXAMINING BOARD:
    A. The Districts present the following as suitable candidates for ministry: James Sienkiewicz; Fernando Gomez; Jonathan Malanowski.
    B. The Churches and Districts recommend the advancement in Status of the following Pastors, provided all requirements have been met: Rev. Manuel Castro (ordination/receive credentials); Rev. Nathan Doyle; Rev. David Elick; Rev. David Gonzalez; Rev. Peter Mueller; Rev. Steve Ramsier; Rev. Ryan Reveley (ordination); Rev. Rich Rock; Rev. Rolando Rodriguez; Rev. William Salmon.

EXECUTIVE COUNCIL REPORT
Voted that Conference allow delegates from churches pastored by District Supplies, District Pastors, or National Missionaries to sit on the Stationing Committee, but Conference does not allow delegates from churches pastored by Student Pastors or churches actively seeking a pastor to be seated on the Stationing Committee.
Voted to affirm the Executive Council item regarding the Schuylkill District item concerning the Districts meeting every other year, concurring with the Pastoral term: We feel the districts need to meet each year. We recommend that districts alter their meetings to be as productive and proactive as possible. There are many decisions that must be made annually, and candidates need to be processed each year. Perhaps this time could be used for planning cooperative church growth ministries among churches.

GENERAL COMMITTEE REPORT
Voted to concur with the decision of the Mahanoy City congregation to disband and turn their property over to the Conference Trustees.
Voted to grant the Victory PM Church request to sell their parsonage and use the funds for ongoing ministry.
Voted to endorse Rev. Tyler Parry as a Chaplain Candidate in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.

DISTRICT REPORTS

WYOMING DISTRICT
Rev. Allan Rupert, D.S. 1. Voted to refer the following to the PPF: Regarding the matter of 6% conference obligation based upon salary and car allowance of Pastor. With each church obligated to pay at least 6% of a minimum student or supply salary and car allowance whether being currently served or not. Currently minimum salary is set by conference. At present it is $19,800 for student or supply pastors. Recommendation: That churches currently in the hands of District and being served by supply Pastors, with membership under forty five (45), have this obligation reduced in the following manner: Year 2008 from 6% to 4%; Year 2009 from 4% to 2%; Year 2010 from 2% to 0%.
2. Voted to endorse Rev. Tyler Parry for Chaplain Candidate in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
3. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Mrs. Lillian Hughes to be written by Rev. William Fudge.
4. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Mrs. Marietta Grippen Munoz, to be written by Cee Cee Howard.
5. Voted to send to PPF the requests of Rev. Morris and Rev. Carroll to retire.
6. Note the closing of the Wilkes-Barre 1st Church and request that an article about its history be placed in the 2007 Yearbook.
7. Voted to approve the closing of the Wilkes-Barre 1st Church.
8. Voted to re-instate the Social Action Committee.
9. Next year’s District Conference will be held at Cherry Street Bible Church on Tuesday, April 1, 2008.

The order of the day having arrived (4:50 pm) the sessions were recessed. Rev. William Salmon led in prayer for the sessions as well as for the meal.

SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION A service of Holy Communion was held at 7:00pm with Rev. K. Gene Carroll sharing the message and Rev. Gale Morris officiating.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 16, 2007
MORNING SESSION
Our morning session began at 9:30 am and Rev. Jonathan Malanowski led in a time of worship.

Presidential Appointments
The president appointed the following:
Rev. Horace Clayton, Timekeeper.
Rev. James Johnson & Rev. George Kropp, Complaints and Appeals.
Mrs. Edie Perry, Corresponding Secretary
Rev. Dr. K. Gene Carroll, Bible Statement for 2008

Voice and Vote was granted to our guests from the Guatemala Conference.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled “Preparing for Campmeeting.”

Nominations were received for President of Conference.
Names received for President: Rev. Reginald H. Thomas, Rev. Kerry R. Ritts

SCHUYLKILL DISTRICT
Rev. Frank Hrabak, D.S. 1. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Rev. Loyd Dean, to be written by Rev. William Salmon.
2. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Mr. Joseph Jordan, to be written by Rev. Robert Smith.

General Committee was elected
Wyoming: Ruth Hughes
Schuylkill: Carol Reading
Pittsburgh: Nancy Rowe
Western: Linda Sawyer
Eastern: Ann Clayton
Southern: Jinney Malanowski
At Large: Linda Mersing, Art Berton, Mari Rodriguez, Tony Custodio, Jane Carns, Rev. Marty Garms

PITTSBURGH DISTRICT
Rev. Bernard Murphy, D.S. 1. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Rev. Robert Balsinger to be written by Rev. Bernard Murphy.
2. Referred the following recommendation to the Executive Council: We recommend that since there are several churches in a common area perhaps it would be beneficial for these churches to be encouraged to merge and create one large congregation that would be more financially secure, and that the Conference give guidelines and criteria in situations where churches in a common area would want to merge.
3. Voted to grant Rev. Dr. David Parry continued Special Ministries status.

WESTERN DISTRICT
Rev. Paul Glendenning, D.S. 1. Voted to request National Mission Board to continue its arrangement with Rev. Mario Cordero and the Darlington Hispanic PM Church.
2. Voted to recommend Rev. A. Russell Masartis for continued Special Ministries status.
3. Next year’s District Conference will be held at Darlington Hispanic PM Church on Saturday, April 5, 2008.

EASTERN DISTRICT
Rev. Luis Estevez, D.S. 1. Voted to refer the following to the Executive Council. An obedient, knowledgeable, and faithful pastorate is essential for the health of the church at every level. All Elders are subject to the call of Scripture upon their lives. They are to be accountable to each other for their actions, and they are to exercise church discipline when grievous error is found among them. It is therefore necessary that 1 Timothy 3, and other Scriptures relating to qualifications for pastoral ministry be strictly adhered to, not only upon entering the pastorate, but also while remaining in that position. To do anything less dishonors the Word of God and places the Body of Christ in grave danger. THEREFORE, we request that Conference spell out more authority for the District Superintendent to oversee accountability in his district, among pastors and churches.
2. Next year’s District Conference will be held at Light and Hope PM Church, Pawtucket, RI, on Saturday, April 5, 2008.

SOUTHERN DISTRICT
Rev. Fred Perkins, D.S. 1. Voted that a suitable memorial be placed in the 2007 Yearbook for Rev. David Malanowski, to be written by Rev. Jonathan Malanowski.
2. Voted to appoint a task force to study the following request: We request that Conference seek ways for our churches to become self-insured in regard to property insurance. Note: Liability insurance being a future consideration. This task force will be appointed by the President and will report as quickly as possible.
3. Note: Iglesia La Gran Comission in Ocala, FL is working toward establishing a 3-year Bible School in conjunction with the Primitive Methodist School of Theology.

BIBLE SOCIETY REPORT
1. Voted that we evaluate the use each year of our Bible Society funds to determine where they can best be used, with preference given toward translation projects affiliated with the Primitive Methodist Church.
2. A new treasurer will be taking over – Rev. Reginald H. Thomas
3. Voted to accept the report.

ARCHIVES & HISTORY COMMISSION REPORT
Voted to accept the report.

BOARD OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES REPORT
1. Voted to elect Rev. K. Gene Carroll to the board
2. Voted to confirm officers:
    a. President, Rev. Kenneth K. Smith
    b. Vice President, Ms. Jennifer Brudnicki
    c. Secretary/Treasurer, Ms. Ashley Green Adams
3. Voted to accept the report

CHAPLAINS COMMISSION
Voted to accept the report

A presentation was shared by Rev. David Allen titled, “Thank God for the PM Church.”

The President recessed the sessions at (11:50 a.m). Mr. Gary Owens led in prayer for the sessions. Mrs. Nancy Gustas led in prayer for the meal.

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WEDNESDAY MAY 16, 2007
AFTERNOON SESSION
The afternoon session began at 1:30pm with a time of worship led by Rev. Jonathan Malanowski

PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION
1. Rev. Reginald Thomas & Rev. Kerry Ritts shared their visions for the future of the Primitive Methodist Church.
2. Rev. Kerry Ritts was elected to a four-year term as President.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow-Cop Minute titled, “A Prophecy Fulfilled.”

Nominations were submitted for Vice President; Rev. Reginald Thomas, Rev. Marty Garms.
Rev. Reginald Thomas was elected to a four-year term.

CONFERENCE TREASURER’S REPORT
Voted to accept the treasurer’s report.

BUDGET COMMITTEE
Voted to accept the report.

FLOWER FUND REPORT
1. Voted to accept the report.
2. An offering was taken to support the Flower Fund

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF EVANGELICALS
Voted to accept the report

POCONO MOUNTAIN BIBLE CONFERENCE Director’s Report
Voted to accept the report

POCONO MOUNTAIN BIBLE CONFERENCE Financial Report
Voted to accept the report

Mr. Raymond C. Baldwin shared a presentation on “The Role of Laymen in the PM Church.” 6 things you can do in your church to enable it to effectively reach the lost.
1. Make sure your church building has a pleasant appearance.
2. Welcome people when they come to visit.
3. When someone visits the church, visit them.
4. Get people involved in the church.
5. Encourage laymen to go into full-time ministry.
6. Look for opportunities.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled, “100 Years Later.”

The First Reading of the Stationing Committee was read without comment.

The President recessed the sessions at (4:20pm). Mr. Jim Regan led in prayer for the sessions. Miss Almira Griffiths led in prayer for the meal.

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WEDNESDAY MAY 16, 2007
EVENING SESSION
The evening session began at 7:00 pm with a time of worship led by Rev. Jonathan Malanowski.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled, “Centenary Celebration.”

SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY
Voted that David Elick remain a 2^nd Year Student.
Voted that Mark Liebel be referred to the National Mission Board.
Voted that Jonathan Malanowski be received as a 1^st Year Student.
Voted that James Sienkiewicz be received as a 1^st Year Student.
Voted that Rolando Rodriguez remain a 1^st Year Student.
Voted that Peter Mueller remain a 2^nd Year Student.
Voted that David Gonzalez remain a 2^nd Year Student.
Voted that Steve Ramsier be advanced to 3^rd Year Student.
Voted that Rich Rock be advanced to 2^nd Year Student.
Voted that Manuel Castro’s credentials be received by transfer and he be issued an ordination certificate at this Conference.
Voted that Nathan Doyle remain a 3^rd Year Student.
Voted that Fernando Gomez complete the application process.
Voted that Ryan Reveley be ordained at this Conference.
Voted that Luke Perkinson formally apply to our Conference when he is ready to begin a pastoral ministry.

Voted to approve the School of Theology financial report.

INTERNATIONAL MISSION BOARD Treasurer
Voted to accept the report

SALARY COMMITTEE REPORT
Voted to hold in abeyance until tomorrow

PRIMITIVE METHODIST YOUTH MINISTRIES
Voted to accept the report.
Rev. Mark Musser has been appointed to serve as our new Conference Youth Director.

PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTMENTS
1. Rev. Luis Estevez, appointed Hispanic Coordinator
2. Rev. Reginald Thomas appointed to lead the Bible Society

Rev. Reginald Thomas shared a presentation titled, “The Primitive Methodist Vision.”

The order of the day having arrived at (9:00pm), the President recessed the sessions. Rev. Felix Pereyra closed the sessions in prayer.

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THURSDAY MAY 17, 2007
MORNING SESSION
The morning session began at 9:00am with a time of worship led by Rev. Jonathan Malanowski

The minutes from the previous sessions were reviewed, corrected and approved.

Rev. Fred Jeffrey shared a presentation titled, "PM Missions, Yesterday and Today."
Rev. Gale Morris and Mrs. Helen Anderson shared about missions in Guatemala.
Rick Clemson shared about the mission work taking place in the Dominican Republic.
We were also shown a presentation with details of a new work beginning in Colombia.

INTERNATIONAL MISSION BOARD Director's Report
Voted to concur with the following projects for the coming year:
1. Funds are needed to make copies of Bible translation completed by Rev. William Vasey.
2. In Dominican Republic, funds are needed to finish new building work.
3. Improvement projects need to be completed at Camp Shalom in Guatemala.

Voted to confirm their officers:
     President: Mr. Rick Clemson
     Director: Rev. Fred Jeffrey
     Treasurer: Mr. Gordon Ten Brink
     Secretary: Mrs. Josefina Estevez

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled, "Primitive Methodism and Education."

Rev. Ryan Reveley and Rev. Manuel Castro were presented and approved to be ordained at this Conference.

PRIMITIVE METHODIST INVESTMENT FOUNDATION Treasurer's Report
1. Mr. Robert Thomas spoke to the session and shared about the PMIF investment programs to assist the churches and ministries of the Conference.
2. Churches were encouraged to take advantage of the PMIF offer to help fund their capital projects.
3. A strong encouragement was given to those in their elder years to take care of estate planning concerns.

The following officers were confirmed for 2007-2008:
     Chairman of the Board: Mr. Ross Walton
     Vice Chairman of the Board: Mrs. Ruth Ann Mason
     Treasurer & Secretary: Mr. Robert J. Thomas, CPA

SALARY COMMITTEE REPORT
Voted to confirm the following Minimum Salary scale:
Student & Supply Pastors - June 1, 2007 - $19,800
Ordained Elders -              June 1, 2007 - $21,200
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Student & Supply Pastors - June 1, 2008 - $21,000
Ordained Elders -              June 1, 2008 - $22,500
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Student & Supply Pastors - June 1, 2009 - $22,000
Ordained Elders -              June 1, 2009 - $24,000

CONFERENCE TRUSTEE BOARD President's Report
Voted to concur with the decision of the Wilkes-Barre 1st Church's request to close and give the Conference Trustee Board permission to make disposition of the properties.
1. Voted that permission be granted to the Conference Trustee Board to make proper disposition of the following properties; Boone, Wilkes-Barre 1st, Old Forge (Lawrenceville), Tiverton and New Bedford First.
2. Voted to concur with the intent of PMBC to build a gymnasium/archive, pending final approval of all plans when submitted.
3. Voted to transfer funds from the sale of the Conference President's home for the construction of the multi-purpose building at PMBC.
4. Voted to confirm the following officers for the 2007-2008 Conference year:
     President: Rev. Reginald H. Thomas
     Secretary/Treasurer: Mr. Ross F. Walton, Jr.

CONFERENCE TRUSTEE BOARD Financial Report
Voted to accept the report.

WOMEN'S MISSIONARY MINISTRIES
Churches were strongly encouraged to support the Precious Moment's prayer calendar program. This serves as a great encouragement to our missionaries and is worth participating in.
Voted to accept the report.

STATIONING COMMITTEE REPORT
The second reading of the Stationing Committee was read without comment.

The President recessed the sessions at 11:55am. Bradley Wood offered prayer for our sessions. Dennis Handley offered prayer for the noon meal.

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THURSDAY MAY 17, 2007
AFTERNOON SESSION
The afternoon session began at 2:15pm with a time of worship led by Rev. Jonathan Malanowski

NATIONAL MISSION BOARD Director
1. The Bridge, Portage, Indiana: Rev. Peter Mueller. Rev. James Moss has been serving with Peter as a "coach." Using a coach for future church planters will be the regular practice of the NMB.
2. Door of Hope, Pittsburgh: Rev. Steve Ramsier. Many outreach efforts are showing success, even though Door of Hope has only received limited financial support so far.
3. Brooklyn: Rev. Manuel Castro: Several outreach efforts continue. This Summer, Brooklyn will be visited by Rev. Fred Perkins and Rev. Luis Estevez to formulate a growth and outreach program as well as to network with other local ministries to help the progression of this work.
4. Darlington, Wisconsin, Rev. Mario Cordero: NMB has taken on additional financial responsibility for this work.
5. Lionville & Mayfair: Both are coming under full NMB oversight. New churches will be planted using the current facilities.
6. Zephyrhills & Wesley Chapel, FL: New opportunity has arisen to daughter a congregation out of the New River Church. The new church will be called New River Springs. Great effort will be given to reach out to the many senior citizens who live in the area.
7. A church-planting training conference is being made available in Virginia. The cost is minimal and everyone who is interested is invited to come.
8. A church planter/pastor network is being established in Philadelphia.
9. Rev. Luis & Josephina Estevez shared about their ministry with Family Life Ministries.
10. Dr. William Brendley shared about Bret & Meredith Nathanial's ministry at the University of Kentucky with Athletes in Action/Campus Crusade for Christ.
11. NMB requests inclusion in the Conference Budget to meet a portion of its ongoing expenses. This item was referred to the Budget Committee.
Voted to accept the report

Officers confirmed for 2007-2008:
     Director: Rev. Fred Perkins
     Treasurer: Rev. Richard Lewis
     Recording Secretary: Ruth Ann Jordan
     Re-Launch Coordinator: Rev. Andrew Jerome
Voted to approve the National Mission Board's financial report.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled, "Primitive Methodist Publications."

The Western District will be celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Primitive Methodism with a day long celebration to be held on June 2, 2007.

GENERAL SECRETARY'S ADDENDUM
A portion of the Discipline was inadvertently omitted (602 C).

Discipline Addition – 602 C
General Secretary’s Addendum: Dear friends. It has come to my attention that this section of the newly revised Discipline was inadvertently omitted when we considered approval of Chapter 6 of the Discipline. If you recall, in that chapter dealt with the Local Church, and had a section (602) titled, “Congregational Meetings.” Point “A” in that section was “Congregational Meeting for Election of Church Officers.” Point “B” was “Congregational Meeting for Election of Pastor.” Below you will find Point “C”, which was not attached to the document we approved as our Discipline.

C. Congregational Meetings for other purposes:

Establishing Organizations: the local church may establish any organizations upon approval of the Quarterly Conference (for example, The Board of Christian Education – Appendix 10).

Buildings and Properties:
     No new buildings or properties shall be purchased or erected without the consent of two-thirds (2/3) of the church members of legal age who are present at a duly called congregational meeting.
     Plans and financial arrangements shall be presented to the District Conference for approval. The action of the District shall be recorded in the Conference minutes.
     In the sale of property, the consent of two-thirds (2/3) of the church members of legal age who are present at a duly called congregational meeting shall be required. The sale must also have the approval of the District Conference and Conference or the General Committee. After payment of any indebtedness, the proceeds shall be applied to the purchase or improvements of other church properties.
     When a circuit is divided an equitable arrangement shall be made between stations regarding the disposition of properties.

Discontinuation of a Congregation: Discontinuation of a Congregation requires a two-thirds (2/3) vote of active adult members present at a duly called congregational meeting specified for the purpose of considering discontinuing the congregation. The Conference President must be notified of this meeting and no such meeting shall be held without his approval. The Conference President and/or his representative(s) are to be present at this meeting. Should the motion to discontinue the congregation pass by the required two-thirds (2/3) vote, all local organizations shall cease to function within the church, and the Conference Trustee Board shall immediately assume control of all church properties and contents, and arrange for a complete inventory to be made. Nothing shall be removed from the premises by any person without the approval of the Conference Trustee Board.

Borrowing: All borrowing must be approved by a two-thirds (2/3) vote. If a church wishes to borrow more than the amount set by Conference (currently $20,000), approval must be granted by the District and Conference.

Local Church Name Change: Any local church name change must be approved at a congregational meeting by a two-thirds (2/3) vote. (See Conference Trustee Board Guidelines for Local Church Name Change).

Voted to add this portion to the revised Discipline.

PREACHER'S PENSION FUND
Voted to accept financial report
Rev. Robert Gill was elected to the board.
Officers for 2007-2008 Conference year:
     President: Rev. Andrew Jerome
     Vice President: Mr. Art Berton
     Secretary: Mr. Dennis Handley

Voted not to endorse the proposal of the Wyoming District regarding reduction of PPF 6% paid by churches pastored by District Supplies.
Approved for Special Ministries Status: Rev. Dr. David Parry; Rev. Scott Roney.
Noted that a page asking for a summary of the year’s activities will be added to the annual application for Special Ministries Status.
Noted the retirement of Rev. Dr. K. Gene Carroll and Rev. Gale Morris.
Received into the plan: Rev. Jonathan Malanowski, Rev. James Sienkiewicz, Matthew Sigler.

A presentation was shared by Rev. John N. Stange IV, titled "Finding Society's Need and Filling It."

The President recessed the session at (4:55pm). Pastor Dan Pastorius closed in prayer for our sessions. Mrs. Jennifer Brudnicki prayed for the evening meal.

FRIDAY – MAY 18, 2007
MORNING SESSION
Our morning session began at 9:00am and Rev. Jonathan Malanowski led in a time of worship.

POCONO MOUNTAIN BIBLE CONFERENCE continued
1. Jennifer Carey was elected to the board.
2. James Sienkiewicz was elected to the board
3. Officers confirmed:
     President: Mr. Ron Dye
     Vice President: Rev. Tyler Parry
     Secretary: Rev. Kyle Gildner
     Treasurer: Mrs. Jennifer Carey

Mrs. Shirley Malanowski was appointed to head the Social Action Committee.

Rev. William Fudge shared a Mow Cop Minute entitled, "Primitive Methodist Expansion."

The minutes from the previous session were read, corrected and approved.

DISTRICT REPORTS continued
Schuylkill District: all items completed
Wyoming District: all items completed
Pittsburgh District: Voted to refer the following item to the School of Theology, "Following the procedure of the Discipline and through the proper channels, the district voted to pass on to Conference the name of Diane Wiley for Local Preacher's License."
Eastern District: all items completed
Western District: all items completed
Southern District: all items completed

LEGISLATION COMMITTEE
Voted to elect the following to the Legislation Committee for a four year term:
     Rev. Kenneth Smith
     Mrs. Carol Washick
     Rev. Kyle Gildner
     Rev. Jeremiah Peters

SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY REPORT continued
Voted to recommend Mark Liebel as a First Year Student Minister

PRESIDENTIAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE SALARY COMMITTEE
     Mr. Ray Baldwin
     Dr. Bob Schroeder
     Rev. Ryan Reveley

COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS
There were no complaints or appeals.

Rev. Kerry R. Ritts shared a presentation titled, "Where do we go from here?"

Voted to allow the Executive Council to edit the minutes of the Friday May 18, 2007 Session.

Voted that the 2008 Annual Conference will be held May 13-16, 2008 at Sandy Cove, North East, Maryland.

Voted to express our thanks and give an honorarium to the host and hostess.
Voted to ask Rev. Frank and Bonnie Hrabak to serve as host and hostess for the 2008 Annual Conference.

Thanks were expressed to Rev. Jonathan Malanowski, our worship leader.

Thanks were expressed to the Sandy Cove Audio/Visual staff.

Voted to express our thanks to Rev. David Allen, Rev. Reginald Thomas, Mr. Raymond Baldwin, Rev. John N. Stange IV for the work as the Executive Council. Our thanks were also expressed to our Assistant Recording Secretary, Rev. David Sargent.

Thanks were expressed to the Hatboro Church and Rebecca Ritts for their support.

Thanks were expressed for our Conference President. Rev Kerry Ritts.

The President instructed the corresponding secretary send a letter to President George W Bush assuring him of the prayers of the Primitive Methodist Church.

STATIONING COMMITTEE
The final reading of the Stationing Committee was read without comment.

Voted to adjourn the sessions of the 135^th Conference.

GENERAL CONFERENCE CONVENED
The President, Rev. Kerry Ritts convened the General Conference.
The President asked if there was any business to transact.
Noted that there was no business to transact.
Voted that the transactions of the Annual Conference be confirmed by the General Conference.
Voted to adjourn the General Conference.

Respectfully Submitted;

President
Vice President
General Secretary
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
Assistant Recording Secretary

Rev. Kerry R. Ritts
Reg. Reginald H. Thomas
Rev. David S. Allen
Mr. Raymond C. Baldwin
Rev. John Stange IV
Rev. David Sargent

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