Join forces with the Minnesota youth and young adults on a mission trip to Brockton, Montana. This mission will hold VBS, do service projects, pray with people, and provide opportunities to connect with the local Native Americans. Visit the church website to find more information. The cost of $500 includes transportation, food, and lodging.

June 1 is the registration deadline. Visit the MN SDA Conference website to find more informatoin and to fill out an online registration form.

Joshua 24:24-25

Dale Williams provided opening devotion and Pastor Inglish offered prayer.

There was an update of Kelly Hoffer starting date to be April 1, 2012.

A motion was made and passed to accept the March 28th and April 15th minutes.

AAA-Distance ducation Report

John Satelmajer presented financial update and indicated that although collections have been good, he expects an approximate net loss of $25K by the end of the academic year.

We missed the application deadline for federally funded internet this year, but will pursue this opportunity for the next academic year.

Finance Committee Report

Rachelle Ellis presented a summary of finance report in a new format.

A new format of a monthly bulletin insert was presented. It was suggested to include current YTD vs. prior year and then current month vs. prior year financials, and identifying our restricted and unrestricted cash position.

A draft of the annual budget policy was presented. It was proposed item 4 to be changed from “Priorities of payment” to “Priorities for expenditure”.

2012/2013 budget proposal was presented. Capital expense was added to the budget and the budget for two ministries (ICA and CFM) was removed.

It was proposed to hold the church business meeting on June 3^rd.

A motion was made and passed to pay $30.00 per month for Kelly Hoffer cell phone bill.

A motion was made and passed to accept the Finance Committee’s report for March 2012.

A motion was made and passed to accept the 2012/2013 budget as presented.

A motion was made and passed to accept annual church budgeting policy with the proposed changes.

Minnetonka Christian Academy Report

Kathy Williams reported Science Fair is planned for May 3^rd to coincide with Alumni weekend.

Kathy gave update of activities planned including a field day on May 18^th and a trip to Minnesota Zoo on May 23^rd.

Kindergarten graduation is on May 25^th and 8^th grade graduation on May 29^th.

Matt is transitioning to the new role of principal. Kari Schebo accepted a teaching position.

Ed Wines provided an overview of the April school’s financials. All payables are current and there are few projected uncollectible receivables. An energy assessment will be done at the school.

Pastoral Search Committee

It was proposed to start informally looking for a senior pastor.

We will review the previous list of Sr. Pastor qualifications/characteristics we are seeking at the next meeting.

A motion was made and passed to ask the conference on May 1^st to start pursuing a replacement of our senior pastor.

Property Management Committee Report

Dale provided update on property rental.

It was proposed to determine the available rental space and property tax requirements.

A motion was made and passed to accept a reasonable offer from any tenant whether tax exempt or not for one year.

Nominating Committee Report

Ken Dedeker presented the proposed update to the Nominating Committee Policy

Jared London was appointed as the Nominating Committee advisor from the GB.

A motion was made and passed to approve the Nominating Committee Policy as presented.

Pastoral Report

Pastor Inglish presented samples of the welcome pack. He also noted there will be an appreciation dinner for church greeters, which will also be used to train them on the new welcome pack.

Pastor Benji presented about the proposed marriage seminar based on Love and Respect Videos scheduled on June 1^st & 2^nd.

Church Disaster Plan

Les Morrison proposed that we create church disaster response plan. As a conference representative, he indicated there are 11 trained members in our church and plans to conduct training next year.

A motion was made and passed to devise a church disaster response plan.

Membership Updates

TRANSFER IN BY BAPTISM: Eric Reich

A motion was made and passed to accept the membership updates.

Next Meeting

The next Governing Board meeting will be 23 May 2012 at 6:30 p.m.

Ephesians 4:14-16

NEXT WEEK!: MCA/MJA/TCJA Alumni Weekend 2012: See your bulletin insert for a complete lineup for the Alumni weekend. This year’s speaker will be Benji Ferguson! Visit the alumni page on the school website for pictures, graduating classes, and a list of activities and events for the alumni weekend at: www.mca-sda.com

Request: Names of Graduating Students: If your child, or someone you know, will be graduating this summer we would like to know their: name, grade level that they’re graduating from (Middle School, High School, College), school they’re attending, and the degree that they will be earning. Send this information to: mtkachurch@gmail.com.

June 1-2: 2 day Love & Respect Marriage Conference: This dynamic, high energy, practical seminar is designed to help couples everywhere achieve the relationship they’ve always dreamed of. Based on the groundbreaking principles taught in Dr. Eggerichs’ best seller Love and Respect, Minnetonka SDA Church will bring the message to life, teaching couples how to achieve a brand-new level of intimacy as they learn to: Stop the Crazy Cycle of conflict, initiate the Energizing Cycle of change, and enjoy the Rewarded Cycle of new passion. June 1, 6:30-8:30 pm, June 2, 10:00-4:30 pm. Two meals and child care provided. $20 per couple. Please register online at www.knowgodmore.com

Do you play a musical instrument?  Would you consider imparting your gift to others for the advancement of God’s kingdom?  Due to overwhelming demand, the Music Department at Minneapolis First SDA Church is seeking additional skilled musicians to teach a wide variety of instruments including (but not limited to): piano, bass guitar, violin, saxophone and voice.  For more information, please contact Karmen Keith at 763-742-7740 or via email at karmen_keith@yahoo.com

Why is this important: Our church budget funds all of our sponsored church ministries and our local operating costs. Currently we are more than $50,000 behind schedule to meet our obligations.

How does this work: The combination of our normal giving plus this challenge means we need to raise $60,000 for April and May. All church budget donations before June 2 count toward this combined goal! If we meet this challenge, the combination of our giving plus this challenge donation will provide $85,000 towards God’s work!

What does this mean to me: If our “average” donor contributes an extra $225 in April, and an extra $225 in May, we would meet this goal. Of course, there is no such thing as an “average” family. If you are able to help in any amount, it is appreciated. And we hope that some of you will feel impressed to help us substantially more than this amount to ensure we meet this challenge.

John 14:16-17

Matthew 26:20-22