Christ United Methodist Church
A Closer Look:
Building
& Budget
Wednesday,
May 14, 2008
Tonight’s Agenda
Welcome
& Introductions
Review
of Survey Feedback
2
Building Questions
Trustee
Facility Study Overview
The
Budget Process
A
Closer Look at the Budget
Closing
Prayer
‘Sharing the Dream’ Goals:
Discern
God’s direction for Christ Church by:
–
Understanding what is important to the congregation
–
Identifying
potential areas for further discussion
–
Prayerful
consideration of the process
Building Survey Results-Strengths
“A very
clean, nicely appointed and physical building for us.”
“Good
air quality in the sanctuary.”
“The
facility.”
Budget Survey Results-Strengths
“Generous, caring, active membership.”
“We
have a large membership and are probably better off
financially than other churches in the area.”
“Willingness of members to pay pledges.”
“Having
a large membership adds a lot to what the church can do - from
having increased finances…”
Building Survey Results- Areas to Improve
“Sound
system…more friendly lighting in the Sanctuary…lower, softer
lights.”
“Parking and storage area.”
“I
would hate to see major damage caused because some little
thing had been neglected.”
“The
original church facility and F wing are aging.”
“The
facilities are looking ‘tired’
“We
seem to be outgrowing our facilities.”
Budget
Survey Results- Areas to Improve
“Would
like to see more classes on finances and more on retirement so
I can give more to the church.”
“Trustee Funds.”
“More
financial disclosure, including publishing the yearly budget.”
“Having
Campaigns when we have to worry about making our CUMC budget
at the end of the year.”
“…Careful consideration of what we can do financially before
undertaking too many projects.”
Beginning the Dialogue: Questions for
Discussion
Building
If
money were no object, what would you like to see in & around
CUMC?
What
stands out to you as needing immediate improvement or repairs
in the church facility?
Trustee
Facility Study
Quad 3 Architectural Firm
The facility study was done in October 2007 to establish
the needs & budgetary requirements necessary to maintain the
church building and facility’s longevity.
The
study included:
Church building (approx. 78,000 sq ft); Parking Lot
The
study did not include:
2 Parsonages; Church Vans (these are also part of the
building/maintenance of CUMC)
Trustee Facility Study
Top 5 immediate repairs
1-
Electrical system in the older building.
(exceeded their 40 yr expectancy and need replacing)
2-
Replace A wing roof
3-
Masonry repairs, repointing, marble parapet & damaged EFIS
repairs
4- F
wing exterior concrete stairs
5-
Begin to replace heating units on a staggering basis
Trustee Facility Study
Top 5 repairs, next 5 years
1-
Parking lot repairs/replacements
2-
Portico and limestone repairs
3- Life
safety (fire alarm system, etc.) and Lighting replacements
4-
Possible problems in sanctuary roof
5-
Exterior and interior painting, caulking and window
replacement
Building
A Point to Ponder
Currently
most repairs are done on an “as needed” basis. How do we
become more proactive in the upkeep of our facility, before a
crisis arises?
1- Set
aside funds yearly?
2-
Borrow from Endowment or outside sources?
3-Pay
as you go if money is available?
4-Capital Campaigns?
Building Summary
“ This
facility is in a solid structural condition and is well
maintained throughout” -Quad 3 Architectural Firm
CUMC Budget
Questions to be discussed
1- What
is the Budget Process?
2- What
are the financial outcomes of the recent Stewardship
Campaigns?
3-
Where does all the money go?
4- How
has the budget shifted over the years?
5-
Questions about the budget.
The Budget Process
•
Results of
Stewardship Campaign
•
Estimate
income from other sources
•
Budget
requests received from all areas
•
Total
requests compared to total income
•
Requests
cut where possible or necessary
•
Consideration of prior year surplus
•
Final
difficult cuts made
Stewardship Results
2005-2008
Non
Pledged Giving
2005-2008
Budget Question
Why do you think the pledges have plateaued over the last
few years?
CUMC
1999 to 2008 Budget
1999: $1,450,470 2008: $2,019,258
Personnel Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $795,000 2008: $1,258,2588
Utilities/Insurance/Building
Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $245,950 2008: $350,950
Outreach/Mission Share Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $207,741 2008: $225,507
Office Administration Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $83,500 2008: $77,450
Communication Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $23,419 2008: $27,300
Junior/Senior/Post High Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $15,900 2008: $28,900
Other Programs Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $78,960 2008: $51,610
Round Table Ministry Subsidy Budget 1999 to 2008
1999: $11,350 2008: $37,569
Christ
United Methodist Church
1999 to 2008 Budget
Budget Question
What
questions or ideas do you want to share?
Building & Budget Recap
Rejoice
in the fact that Christ Church has no debt, and has a facility
in solid structural condition.
Christ Church
is blessed to have a firm base from which to minister.
Any further
questions or comments?
Please feel free to send them to:
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