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2020 Minutes

Protected: 11/18/20

11/18/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 11/18/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jeff Gelineau and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Gary Schmitt joined for the first part of the meeting.
Jeff Gelineau opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Nehemiah 5 & 6 were read and discussed
The October AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for October 2020 with a balance of $58,000.43. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total.) Utilities, Supplies, Hospitality and other expenses are down compared to the previous year due to the hall being used less due to Covid.
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list. Agreed we would ask Nicole Patterson to keep attendance during Zoom so we can help support people who may be struggling.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed a pastoral matter
- Discussed a transfer request from Erin Bottomley. Agreed to accept her transfer.
- Nominations have come back, only 6 members were willing to serve.

NEW BUSINESS

- Received a letter from the YOC requesting our opinion on activities. The letter included a robust set of protocols that would be observed and that the events would be outside. they would send out a survey ahead of time for people to commit to following the protocols. Agreed that we would approve in person events under the conditions that the protocols are followed as written, the event is outside and CYC officers & Counselors agree to monitor the group for compliance to the protocols
- Received a letter from the LA ecclesia about the Southern California Preaching Committee. they are concerned that they get very little support / engagement and are requesting our feedback.
  Discussed that we have a local effort and a good national effort (i.e. “this is your bible”) and don’t feel a need for a regional effort. Jeff agreed to draft a letter for the board to review.
- Reviewed a request from the Casino ecclesia in Australia for financial support. decided not to support as our typical policy is to only support in our area (North America)
- Got an update from Jim Olgiun on how the service is going at the hall, all is going well.
- Gordon is getting inquiries from people about attendance at the hall, Brad agreed to draft a letter for Gordon to have Bonnie send to the ecclesia.
- Discussed a term limit for the Recording Brother. Proposed a 7 year maximum consecutive term for the recording brother with a minimum of 1 year off between the terms. The Board agreed to that proposal. Agreed to try the term limits for Recording Brother for now and discuss term limits for other board members in the future.
- Gary Schmidt proposed to build a new path (roughly $165) on the east side and removing two pepper trees. Approved the new path and the pepper tree removal.
- Gary Schmidt proposed a white vinyl picket fence to restrict access to the slope that is next to the shed (roughly $400.) Approved the new fence.
- Gary Schmidt also proposed a rain gutter addition to the back patio cover approved the rain gutter addition. Gary will send the final cost for the record.

Next Meeting scheduled for January 6.

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:45 pm.

Protected: 10/21/20

10/21/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/21/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Jim Styles attended the first part of the meeting.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:35pm

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed the CYC Head Counselors
- 1. Does the CYC Head Counselor fall under Clause 19 of the Simi Hills Constitution?
  
  – Explicitly it does not
  
  – Based a reading of 1 Timothy 3, it seems that this is about Arranging Brothers and not CYC Head Counselors
  
  2. Would Chris and Beth be good CYC Head Counselors?
  
  – We agree they would bring a good energy to the CYC
  
  – They would relate well to the young people and be able to build relationships with them
  
  – Thought they might need some help if conflict arose between the other ecclesias
  
  – Some expressed concerns about the example of a divorced and remarried couple in this role
  
  3. Would the fact that Chris and Beth are divorced and remarried disrupt the unity of the joint CYC?
  
  – We have concerns that this would not be conducive to the unity of the CYC. We know that Reseda and Thousand Oaks both prohibit divorced and remarried people at their ecclesia so we are concerned this would make the CYC a place to debate ecclesial matters. We had to sort through this some time ago with the desire of Thousand Oaks to break off and run their own CYC and it was very difficult for the CYC young people.
  
  – There is a concern that having a divorced and remarried couple at the conferences would mean that members of TO and Reseda would not be comfortable breaking bread and wine at the conference.
  
  Decided it would not be best to have Chris and Beth be the head counselors. Agreed we would ask Brad and Deb to be the head counselors and work closely with Chris and Beth to have them involved. Agreed Erik would discuss with Chris and Beth our rationale.
- Discussed another topic and agreed that we would be willing to host an outdoor event like Verdugo did
- Agreed we could ask Ryan Vaughn (exception to the 2 year rule), Jim Styles, Oneil Levy, Andrew Styles, Jason Hensley, Nathan Blanchard (exception to the 2 year rule)

Erik Sternad closed in prayer at 8:45 pm

08/19/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 08/19/20.

Jim Olguin, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:37pm
Psalm 65 was read and discussed
The July AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for June with a balance of $40,495.12. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total)
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Andrew Culver reported that the Sunday School books have arrived. Teachers are ready and willing. Andrew will send out a kick off recording or come to the hall the week before during the announcements.
- Discussed CHS financial support, agreed to donate $2000.
- Reviewed Jim’s proposal for Zoom meetings for Sunday School and Meeting (pasted at the bottom of the minutes).
  - Agreed that we would use Zoom per Jim’s recommendation below.
  - Agreed that the presider would still come in person to the Hall but that any other service could be done virtually. We would still encourage those that are willing to come to the Hall.
  - Agreed that we would schedule a town hall to show people how the zoom would work on Sunday the 30th at 9am
    - Jim will set up the zoom link and share with Bonnie for the newsletter
- Discussed multiple time options for sunday school and meeting. Agreed on proposal 1 below since 10 am has been a consistent memorial service time and we thought keeping that consistent was preferred
  - proposal 1: we would have Sunday School from 9 – 9:50am and start meeting at 10am
  - proposal 2: Sunday school from 9:30 – 10:20am and start meeting at 10:30am

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed a donation request of $100 per month for the Tidings. Agreed to support the Tidings with $100/month
- Discussed a proposal that Harmonie Blanchard perform the audit of the SimiHills books
  - Jeff has already made a commitment to Harmonie to have her do the audit. We agreed that no one AB member should make these decisions and request that the full board be consulted prior to commitments in the future
  - Agreed that we will continue with Harmonie to perform the audit
- Agreed to postpone the term limits discussion to next month
- Discussed what to do about the upcoming business meeting
  - agreed we would ask people to reach out to us to let us know how they feel about having a virtual business meeting

Next Meetings scheduled for September 9

Ken Sommerville closed in prayer at 9:25 pm

09/29/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 09/29/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Richard Morgan joined for the first part of the meeting.
Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Luke 22 were read and discussed
The August AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for June with a balance of $58,057.89. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total).
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Gordon will reach out to Jim Styles to see if he is willing to come speak to the board to advise on a pastoral matter at the next AB meeting
- Jim provided an update on the zoom meetings, and reported things are going well. looking for additional hosts and co-hosts
- Discussed the possibility of outdoor meetings, agreed to continue to wait to see how things develop

NEW BUSINESS

- Richard updated the board on preaching plans for the near term and recent efforts:
  - Efforts to record preaching messages on practical topics are complete and posted on Tidings
  - Ryan DeCaussin has been organizing a group to record first principle classes with animation on youtube
  - Considering online options but feeling like there is plenty of material out there on-line. Proposing to use our website to link to existing material.
    - Richard will work with Jeff to update the links to the preaching materials on our Simi Hills website
  - Richard is proposing a workshop to train our ecclesia on how to preach when the restrictions have been lifted on getting together in person
  - Richard also discussed that there are many groups (non-Christadelphian) that are publishing material online around many of the doctrines we call first principles
- Ken discussed an additional idea for putting together a current events video with advertising to invite people to a 6 week seminar
  - The seminars could be content that is already created with a small discussion afterwards
  - Have a follow up of individual classes offered at the end of the seminar
  - Richard and Ken will discuss and plan offline
- Discussed term limits for the Recording brother, agreed that we should have term limits for the recording brother. Agreed to make 7 years a term limit for the Recording brother
- Agreed to consider adding the term limit and the process for appointing roles on the Board to the constitution

Next Meetings scheduled for October 21

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:40 pm

10/21/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/21/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Jim Styles joined for the first part of the meeting.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:35pm
2nd Chronicles 14 & 15 were read and discussed
The September AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for Sept with a balance of $58,297.64. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total)

Agreed to match donations to the backyard fund at a 1 to 1 rate at the end of each calendar year on Dec 31st, up to a total of $25K per the original plan

From Jan 2020 Business Meeting: “Option 1: support the wall at it’s current angle and grade two flat surfaces in the backyard updated with a new playground. $15K for fill and level, $15K for support wall, $15K for Sprinklers and Sod and $15K for a new playground for a total of $60K. $25K would come from the ecclesial account and $35K would come from a special fundraiser.”

Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Jim Styles provided an update on a pastoral matter
- Discussed another pastoral matter
- Nominations have come back, only 6 members were willing to serve

NEW BUSINESS

- Richard has indicated he is going to step down from being CYC head counselor
  - Discussed the fact that Chris and Beth have volunteered to be head counselors for our CYC
    - agreed to have an additional meeting to discuss
- Agreed to let the CBMA know that we are in favor of those up for re-election and do not have any additional nominations
- Jim Olguin will write a short note for Bonnie to put in an email to the ecclesia
  - attach the hall plan for use in accordance with guidelines
  - Ask brothers and sisters to read the guidance and reach out to a brother on the AB if they are interested in attending in the way prescribed in the guidelines
- Agreed to announce that we have 6 brothers willing to serve on the AB and are seeking a 7th
- Agreed that the CYC has approval to use the hall parking lot for CYC at the end of Oct

Next Meetings scheduled for October 26 and November 18

David Clubb closed in prayer at 10:15 pm

10/26/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/26/20.

Jim Olguin, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Ken Sommerville, David Clubb, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Jim Olguin opened in prayer at 7:35pm

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed the CYC Head Counselors
- 1. Does the CYC Head Counselor fall under Clause 19 of the Simi Hills Constitution?
  
  – Explicitly it does not
  
  – Based a reading of 1 Timothy 3, it seems that this is about Arranging Brothers and not CYC Head Counselors
  
  2. Would Chris and Beth be good CYC Head Counselors?
  
  – We agree they would bring a good energy to the CYC
  
  – They would relate well to the young people and be able to build relationships with them
  
  – Thought they might need some help if conflict arose between the other ecclesias
  
  – Some expressed concerns about the example of a divorced and remarried couple in this role
  
  3. Would the fact that Chris and Beth are divorced and remarried disrupt the unity of the joint CYC?
  
  – We have concerns that this would not be conducive to the unity of the CYC. We know that Reseda and Thousand Oaks both prohibit divorced and remarried people at their ecclesia so we are concerned this would make the CYC a place to debate ecclesial matters. We had to sort through this some time ago with the desire of Thousand Oaks to break off and run their own CYC and it was very difficult for the CYC young people.
  
  – There is a concern that having a divorced and remarried couple at the conferences would mean that members of TO and Reseda would not be comfortable breaking bread and wine at the conference.
  
  Decided it would not be best to have Chris and Beth be the head counselors. Agreed we would ask Brad and Deb to be the head counselors and work closely with Chris and Beth to have them involved. Agreed Erik would discuss with Chris and Beth our rationale.
- Discussed another topic and agreed that we would be willing to host an outdoor event like Verdugo did
- Agreed we could ask Ryan Vaughn (exception to the 2 year rule), Jim Styles, Oneil Levy, Andrew Styles, Jason Hensley, Nathan Blanchard (exception to the 2 year rule)

Erik Sternad closed in prayer at 8:45 pm

2020 Minutes

09/29/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 09/29/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Richard Morgan joined for the first part of the meeting.
Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Luke 22 were read and discussed
The August AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for June with a balance of $58,057.89. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total).
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Gordon will reach out to Jim Styles to see if he is willing to come speak to the board to advise on a pastoral matter at the next AB meeting
- Jim provided an update on the zoom meetings, and reported things are going well. looking for additional hosts and co-hosts
- Discussed the possibility of outdoor meetings, agreed to continue to wait to see how things develop

NEW BUSINESS

- Richard updated the board on preaching plans for the near term and recent efforts:
  - Efforts to record preaching messages on practical topics are complete and posted on Tidings
  - Ryan DeCaussin has been organizing a group to record first principle classes with animation on youtube
  - Considering online options but feeling like there is plenty of material out there on-line. Proposing to use our website to link to existing material.
    - Richard will work with Jeff to update the links to the preaching materials on our Simi Hills website
  - Richard is proposing a workshop to train our ecclesia on how to preach when the restrictions have been lifted on getting together in person
  - Richard also discussed that there are many groups (non-Christadelphian) that are publishing material online around many of the doctrines we call first principles
- Ken discussed an additional idea for putting together a current events video with advertising to invite people to a 6 week seminar
  - The seminars could be content that is already created with a small discussion afterwards
  - Have a follow up of individual classes offered at the end of the seminar
  - Richard and Ken will discuss and plan offline
- Discussed term limits for the Recording brother, agreed that we should have term limits for the recording brother. Agreed to make 7 years a term limit for the Recording brother
- Agreed to consider adding the term limit and the process for appointing roles on the Board to the constitution

Next Meetings scheduled for October 21

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:40 pm

Protected: 08/19/20

08/19/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 08/19/20.

Jim Olguin, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:37pm
Psalm 65 was read and discussed
The July AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for June with a balance of $40,495.12. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total)
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Andrew Culver reported that the Sunday School books have arrived. Teachers are ready and willing. Andrew will send out a kick off recording or come to the hall the week before during the announcements.
- Discussed CHS financial support, agreed to donate $2000.
- Reviewed Jim’s proposal for Zoom meetings for Sunday School and Meeting (pasted at the bottom of the minutes).
  - Agreed that we would use Zoom per Jim’s recommendation below.
  - Agreed that the presider would still come in person to the Hall but that any other service could be done virtually. We would still encourage those that are willing to come to the Hall.
  - Agreed that we would schedule a town hall to show people how the zoom would work on Sunday the 30th at 9am
    - Jim will set up the zoom link and share with Bonnie for the newsletter
- Discussed multiple time options for sunday school and meeting. Agreed on proposal 1 below since 10 am has been a consistent memorial service time and we thought keeping that consistent was preferred
  - proposal 1: we would have Sunday School from 9 – 9:50am and start meeting at 10am
  - proposal 2: Sunday school from 9:30 – 10:20am and start meeting at 10:30am

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed a donation request of $100 per month for the Tidings. Agreed to support the Tidings with $100/month
- Discussed a proposal that Harmonie Blanchard perform the audit of the SimiHills books
  - Jeff has already made a commitment to Harmonie to have her do the audit. We agreed that no one AB member should make these decisions and request that the full board be consulted prior to commitments in the future
  - Agreed that we will continue with Harmonie to perform the audit
- Agreed to postpone the term limits discussion to next month
- Discussed what to do about the upcoming business meeting
  - agreed we would ask people to reach out to us to let us know how they feel about having a virtual business meeting

Next Meetings scheduled for September 9

Ken Sommerville closed in prayer at 9:25 pm

2020 Minutes

Protected: 09/29/20

09/29/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/21/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Richard Morgan joined for the first part of the meeting.
Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Luke 22 were read and discussed
The August AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for June with a balance of $58,057.89. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total).
Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Gordon will reach out to Jim Styles to see if he is willing to come speak to the board to advise on a pastoral matter at the next AB meeting
- Jim provided an update on the zoom meetings, and reported things are going well. looking for additional hosts and co-hosts
- Discussed the possibility of outdoor meetings, agreed to continue to wait to see how things develop

NEW BUSINESS

- Richard updated the board on preaching plans for the near term and recent efforts:
  - Efforts to record preaching messages on practical topics are complete and posted on Tidings
  - Ryan DeCaussin has been organizing a group to record first principle classes with animation on youtube
  - Considering online options but feeling like there is plenty of material out there on-line. Proposing to use our website to link to existing material.
    - Richard will work with Jeff to update the links to the preaching materials on our Simi Hills website
  - Richard is proposing a workshop to train our ecclesia on how to preach when the restrictions have been lifted on getting together in person
  - Richard also discussed that there are many groups (non-Christadelphian) that are publishing material online around many of the doctrines we call first principles
- Ken discussed an additional idea for putting together a current events video with advertising to invite people to a 6 week seminar
  - The seminars could be content that is already created with a small discussion afterwards
  - Have a follow up of individual classes offered at the end of the seminar
  - Richard and Ken will discuss and plan offline
- Discussed term limits for the Recording brother, agreed that we should have term limits for the recording brother. Agreed to make 7 years a term limit for the Recording brother
- Agreed to consider adding the term limit and the process for appointing roles on the Board to the constitution

Next Meetings scheduled for October 21

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:40 pm

2020 Minutes

Protected: 10/21/20

10/21/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/21/20.

Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Jim Styles joined for the first part of the meeting.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:35pm
2nd Chronicles 14 & 15 were read and discussed
The September AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
Reviewed the Financial report for Sept with a balance of $58,297.64. The backyard fund has a balance of $6,508.24 (not included in the total)

Agreed to match donations to the backyard fund at a 1 to 1 rate at the end of each calendar year on Dec 31st, up to a total of $25K per the original plan

From Jan 2020 Business Meeting: “Option 1: support the wall at it’s current angle and grade two flat surfaces in the backyard updated with a new playground. $15K for fill and level, $15K for support wall, $15K for Sprinklers and Sod and $15K for a new playground for a total of $60K. $25K would come from the ecclesial account and $35K would come from a special fundraiser.”

Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

OLD BUSINESS

- Jim Styles provided an update on a pastoral matter
- Discussed another pastoral matter
- Nominations have come back, only 6 members were willing to serve

NEW BUSINESS

- Richard has indicated he is going to step down from being CYC head counselor
  - Discussed the fact that Chris and Beth have volunteered to be head counselors for our CYC
    - agreed to have an additional meeting to discuss
- Agreed to let the CBMA know that we are in favor of those up for re-election and do not have any additional nominations
- Jim Olguin will write a short note for Bonnie to put in an email to the ecclesia
  - attach the hall plan for use in accordance with guidelines
  - Ask brothers and sisters to read the guidance and reach out to a brother on the AB if they are interested in attending in the way prescribed in the guidelines
- Agreed to announce that we have 6 brothers willing to serve on the AB and are seeking a 7th
- Agreed that the CYC has approval to use the hall parking lot for CYC at the end of Oct

Next Meetings scheduled for October 26 and November 18

David Clubb closed in prayer at 10:15 pm

Protected: 10/26/20

10/26/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/26/20.

Jim Olguin, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Ken Sommerville, David Clubb, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Jim Olguin opened in prayer at 7:35pm

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed the CYC Head Counselors
- 1. Does the CYC Head Counselor fall under Clause 19 of the Simi Hills Constitution?
  
  – Explicitly it does not
  
  – Based a reading of 1 Timothy 3, it seems that this is about Arranging Brothers and not CYC Head Counselors
  
  2. Would Chris and Beth be good CYC Head Counselors?
  
  – We agree they would bring a good energy to the CYC
  
  – They would relate well to the young people and be able to build relationships with them
  
  – Thought they might need some help if conflict arose between the other ecclesias
  
  – Some expressed concerns about the example of a divorced and remarried couple in this role
  
  3. Would the fact that Chris and Beth are divorced and remarried disrupt the unity of the joint CYC?
  
  – We have concerns that this would not be conducive to the unity of the CYC. We know that Reseda and Thousand Oaks both prohibit divorced and remarried people at their ecclesia so we are concerned this would make the CYC a place to debate ecclesial matters. We had to sort through this some time ago with the desire of Thousand Oaks to break off and run their own CYC and it was very difficult for the CYC young people.
  
  – There is a concern that having a divorced and remarried couple at the conferences would mean that members of TO and Reseda would not be comfortable breaking bread and wine at the conference.
  
  Decided it would not be best to have Chris and Beth be the head counselors. Agreed we would ask Brad and Deb to be the head counselors and work closely with Chris and Beth to have them involved. Agreed Erik would discuss with Chris and Beth our rationale.
- Discussed another topic and agreed that we would be willing to host an outdoor event like Verdugo did
- Agreed we could ask Ryan Vaughn (exception to the 2 year rule), Jim Styles, Oneil Levy, Andrew Styles, Jason Hensley, Nathan Blanchard (exception to the 2 year rule)

Erik Sternad closed in prayer at 8:45 pm

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

Christadelphian is a derivative of Greek words meaning Brethren In Christ. We are simply a group of Bible Students who meet together weekly to worship our Heavenly Father. We are a lay community, (meaning that there are no paid clergy), and the baptized men (Brothers) are responsible for leading, teaching, and exhorting (giving sermons to) the entire Ecclesia (church). There are twelve (12) Christadelphian Ecclesias in Southern California, and several hundred worldwide. Worldwide, there are an estimated 50,000 members.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Protected: 02/12/20

02/12/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/12/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jim Styles, Jason Hensley, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau were present.
Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 7:30pm
Exodus 22 was read and discussed
The January AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for December with a balance of $48,860. Dave will make updates to the Financial Spreadsheet.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- Discussed attendance issues (Kathy, Luly, Amy, Vaughn)
- Discussed pastoral issue (Mark & Robin)
- Discussed upcoming wedding re: hall use and counseling (Ryan & Emily)

NEW BUSINESS

- Tidings is moving to an online free model, Jeff will petition the ecclesia for a donation(s)
- Discussed PTL 177 and agreed to temporarily ban due to substitution language
- Discussed financial appeal (D&R)
  - agreed to support with $3000 and financial consultation
  - Gordon will provide additional planning support as needed
- Discussed pastoral issue (Rinat & Lisa)
- Discussed the plans for future Seminars and outreach. Gordon will reach out to Richard to see if he is still interested in taking the role of preaching brother
- Discussed upcoming plans for the CHS seniors to travel to NZ for a youth conference
- Discussed the backyard project, Jeff will lead the campaign to fund-raise
- Jeff reported he is asking for new logo designs from the designer
- Jim Styles provided an update on an ongoing pastoral issue

Next Meeting scheduled for ???

James Walker closed in prayer at 10:30pm

2020 Minutes

01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/20/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

Brother David reviewed the year end financial report. Expenses exceeded income by $6,603.29 for the year. Donations were down by roughly $25k as compared to last year. We ended with $69k in the bank account.

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

“Chris and Beth, After much prayer and consideration, have informed the arranging board that they have decided to marry. The arranging board has been working with them and giving this a great deal of discussion and study over the past year. In light of the approach and attitudes of those involved and the scriptural principles, the board has decided to recommend that no action needs to be taken other than as prescribed by our constitution. Our constitution states that Chris will no longer be eligible to serve as a presiding brother or arranging brother.

We all know that God hates divorce and we feel it’s important for everyone to remember that an ecclesial decision to remain in fellowship with Chris and Beth should not be viewed as approval for divorce or remarriage. We acknowledge that we all are striving to do our best as disciples, and none of us are perfect save our forgiving Lord Jesus. Let us continue to pray for God’s mercy and kindness on every one of us, God’s children, looking for that blessed day of Christ’s return.”

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

02/21/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/21/18.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin and Ken Sommerville.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:40pm.

• The Minutes of the January 10, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Psalm 90 & 91 were read.

• A Financial Report for January, 2018 was read and approved.

Discussed email from longview ecclesia about breaking bread with unamended UA08
- Gordon did not reply
TODO: Gordon to send Jeff copy of transfer for Matt and Ruth Bittinger to Bozeman Ecclesia
Went over Mini Flocks and updated lists
Discussed the Abels and lack of taking emblems, Jeff had a one on one with them and let them know that when they are ready we are available to talk
Discussed Chris Stickney and Beth Amis’ relationship
- Went into discussion about divorce and remarriage
- ACTION ITEM: Will circle back to this next meeting on any action to be made
Talked about Brennen Abel and Hannah Morgan request for money for trip to Israel
- Decided to hold off for providing any money from the ecclesia since they are still getting donations in from other sources
Brought Up Cameras in Ecclesia
- ACTION ITEM: Jim to put together package for cameras in the hall/recording
- Jeff suggested a Nest Camera system
Jeff presented a plan for the backyard area
- Jeff requested an approval of $7500 to hire and architect/engineer to draw up some plans
- Jeff then thought of an idea of getting a quote from a contractor to tear down the wall and build it back up
- Board approved for Jeff to move forward to hire architect/engineer to draw up plans for the backyard
Discussed Political Activism and Christadelphians
- Rumors that Christadelphians are registering to vote to try to enact change
- Talked about trying to strike while the iron is hot
- Create classes around these hot button issues (Guns, Mass Shootings, Politics, etc) and biblical relationship
  - How Bible is relevant in today’s world climate?
  - Discussed having 2 or 3 classes around the subject
    - Lay foundation with first class
      - Basis of biblical relationship with government
    - Allow discussion towards the end
  - ACTION ITEM: Brad Styles to present first class and Eric to work on follow up classes 2nd and possible 3rd classes (Ken to sit in on both classes)
- Approved CHS Carnival to use our hall
- Approving Sunday School Budget for whatever needs to do
- Discussed Simi Valley Street Fair
  - TODO: Ken to talk to Levi and Doug about if they have plans on doing the Street Fair
- Talked about Audit
  - Ryan Vaughn said that he would do it, but had some unexpected expenses, would like to get paid for his work, if not he would have to think about it
  - Board agreed to have Dave check with David Gadberry
    - TODO: David to talk with David Gadberry about doing an audit
- Talked about Kids Camp
  - Dave was under the assumption that we would annually donate to the Kids Fund each year
  - Dave will wait to see if they submit a request for money
- Business Meeting with Lunch
  - We had more people when there was a free lunch
  - Some board members thought it was disruptive and took away from the importance of the meeting
  - Discussed having 1 meeting, some members like having 3 business meetings
  - TODO: Next Business Meeting provide Lunch for everyone who attends (do this for the rest of 2018) Will revisit Lunch at Business Meetings again in 2019 to discuss
- James brought up discussion of Bible Study Seminars
  - discussion commenced on problem of burning out teaching the seminars
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - March 28th, 2018
  - April 25th, 2018
  - May 30th, 2018
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:40pm

03/28/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 03/28/18.

• In attendance were Brethren Gordon Hensley, Dave Clubb, Jeff Gelineau, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jim Olguin, and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:35pm.

• The Minutes of the February 12, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Proverbs 6 was read and discussed.

• A Financial Report for February, 2018 was read and approved with a balance of $69,771.

Reviewed mini-flocks and discussed updates on a few situations
Discussed Shepherds list
- agreed to draft a letter to Ben Jones and a letter to Sarah Jones communicating that their time away from the ecclesia has separated them from us and we would very much like to have them come back to us. This letter will be reviewed and approved at the next ecclesial business meeting.
Jim reviewed camera options
- Nest Camera system is $299 per year per camera for cloud storage and is stored for 30 days. We felt this wasn’t enough time for the type of issues that might arise and would be incredibly expensive (estimating a need for 12 cameras). Jim will look at alternatives.
CYC counselor role will transition to Richard Morgan. We’re thankful to Sasha and Robin for their service over the last few years.
Discussed the parenting seminar and agreed that we would each encourage folks in the target audience to attend
Agreed to sponsor 3/4 of Colby Smith’s attendance at Idylwyld and ask that he contribute the rest
Agreed to send Justin and Alicia to Idylwyld as a wedding gift
Agreed to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding. agreed we would request to review the playlist
Read PCCARC Letter updating us on the Unity Efforts in the Midwest
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - May 9th, 2018
  - May 20th, 2018 – Business Meeting
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Jeff Gelineau at 9:20pm

05-02-18 AB Meeting

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Jeff Gelineau, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, Brad Styles

7:30pm – Erik Sternad opened in prayer

Read Isa 25

9:15pm – closed in prayer

OLD BUSINESS

Minutes from the March business meeting were read and approved

March Financial Report was unavailable

Reviewed a list of people that haven’t been attending for a long period of time and agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we send letters to them recognizing their withdrawal from fellowship.

Jim is working on setting up some time to talk to Jason about the camera system

Ken provided an update on the Wednesday vs Thursday night question, Erik will help him set up a survey on survey monkey

Discussed divorce and remarriage and how we would respond in a specific situation

NEW BUSINESS

Levi and Jess came to let us know their plans regarding attendance at Sunday morning services between Korea Town & Simi Hills with a baby on the way. It was nice to hear how things have been for them in Korea Town and look forward to God directing their paths to where they are needed.

Pacific Coast Bible School Committee is looking for nominations. Michael Jennings, Forrest Brinkerhoff and Dean DeCaussin terms are up and willing to serve another term. Came up with a list of people for Gordon to ask about their willingness to serve on the PCCBS Committee

Reviewed options for the backyard. Agreed to approve up to $10K to:

Get an Architect to plan out removal of the wall, keeping a flat section for as long as possible and then grading to code

Get an Architect to plan out a deck that would cover the graded section

show an option for as many 10′ X 10′ buildings (up to 4) as would fit aesthetically – ask school to fund this portion

Get an engineer to plan out the work

Getting an artists rendering

Propose to the ecclesia for approval and attempt to fund raise for implementation of the project

Next AB meetings: May 30th, Jun 27

ACTION ITEMS

May AB mtg – Erik will speak with a couple and report back next AB meeting

May AB mtg – Erik to help Ken put together a survey for midweek class options

May AB mtg – Jeff to continue to plan out the backyard project

Mar AB mtg – Gordon to schedule the business for May 20th, 2018

Mar AB mtg – Gordon will review the exception we are making to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding with the ecclesia at the next business meeting

Mar AB mtg – Ken to discuss the street fair with Levi and Doug and provide an update to the board

Mar AB mtg – Jim to look at alternatives to the Nest camera system and discuss the needs of the school with Jason

Mar AB mtg – Gordon to draft letter to Ben and Sarah Jones and bring to ecclesia for review at the next business meeting

Oct AB mtg – Gordon will add a discussion about the alarm system in January post camera installation

Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

Aug AB mtg – Gordon to add live streaming of the memorial service to next AB agenda

05-30-18 AB Meeting

Opened in prayer at 7:35pm: David Clubb

Read Isa 22

No additional discussion on last meetings minutes

The finance report was read with a balance of roughly $61,000

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:20pm

NEW BUSINESS

Agreed to vote for Forrest B, Dean D, and Ryan V. for the PCCBS committee.

Received a request for Jessica Yoshida to use the hall for a rehearsal dinner (Jan 18, 2019) and a reception (Jan 19, 2019). Agreed to send her the guidelines. If her and her fiance agree to abide by the guidelines, the board approves her request.

OLD BUSINESS

Reviewed members who we haven’t seen in a long time. Decided to propose to the ecclesia for feedback that we send letters acknowledging they are no longer in fellowship. Agreed to read the guiding principles prior to the discussion. Remind people not to record the session or take pictures.

Erik & Sharon spoke with a couple (Chris and Beth) about where they are at. They both said that they had prayerfully considered the possibility of their relationship prior to entering it. It is important to them to do the right thing before God, the right thing for their kids and the right thing for their ecclesial family.

Reviewed Mini-flocks

Agreed to set up something to show our love to Mary P. (e.g. Card Shower, etc)

Jim spoke with Jason about the needs of the school for cameras. He found out that the school really only needs about a week or two of history. He needs further discussion with Jason to determine coverage

Sunday the 24th will be a day for preparations for Alicia and Justin’s wedding

NEXT MEETINGS

June 27 AB, August 2 AB, Sept 5 AB, Sept 16 Business meeting,

ACTION ITEMS

May 30 AB mtg – Gordon will request the to the ecclesia that we send letters to everyone on the shepherds list minus (Dave and Mert, Jenny V, Jennifer Briley & Rachel M.)

May30 AB mtg – Gordon will read (or ask someone to read) the guiding principles prior to the discussion. Remind people not to record the session or take pictures.

May30AB mtg – Jeff to coordinate something to show our love to Mary P.

May30 AB mtg – Gordon to send the the guidelines for using the ecclesial hall to Jessica Yoshida

May30 AB mtg – Jim will continue to discuss with Jason about the video needs of the school

May AB mtg – Erik will speak with a couple and report back next AB meeting

May AB mtg – Jeff to continue to plan out the backyard project

Mar AB mtg – Gordon will review the exception we are making to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding with the ecclesia at the next business meeting

Mar AB mtg – Ken to discuss the street fair with Levi and Doug and provide an update to the board

Mar AB mtg – Jim to look at alternatives to the Nest camera system and discuss the needs of the school with Jason

Oct AB mtg – Gordon will add a discussion about the alarm system in January post camera installation

Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

Aug AB mtg – Gordon to add live streaming of the memorial service to next AB agenda

06-03-18 Business Meeting

59 brothers and sisters attended the ecclesia’s provided lunch.

Some brothers and sisters who were young, very old or not members left prior to the business meeting.

Approximately 41 brothers and sisters attended the business meeting.

Richard Morgan opened in prayer at 12pm

James Walker read 1 John 2

• Gordon Hensley read the minutes of the February business meeting. These were accepted by the ecclesia.

• David Clubb reviewed the financial report. Donations were down as compared with last year at this time by about $7,300. The checking account balance was roughly $61,000. This was accepted by the ecclesia.

• Agenda was confirmed with the addition of carpet cleaning

• Brad Styles reviewed “Bible principles and practices for fellowship discussions” with the ecclesia

• Gordon presented a list of brothers and sisters that have withdrawn from our ecclesia. <Gordon can you please reply with the list for the record?> The board recommends that we send letters to each of them acknowledging that they have withdrawn and are no longer in fellowship. The ecclesia discussed the list of brothers and sisters.

• There was some discussion about various members on the list.

• There was a motion that the ecclesia approve sending a letter to the brothers and sisters in the list acknowledging their withdrawal and encouraging them to return.

• The ecclesia approved the motion with zero in dissention. The approvers were not counted.

• Gordon reminded the ecclesia of the guidelines for serving brothers (especially with respect to how long they should be baptized prior to serving in certain roles). Agreed that we would reconsider the restriction on praying and reading.

• Agreed to have the carpet cleaned in June

• Gordon reviewed the minutes of the arranging board meetings since the last business meeting. Ecclesia had no additional comments.

• Jason said the library has gotten used books for purchase.

• Brad reported that Andrew will be transitioning into the role of Sunday school superintendent.

The meeting was closed in prayer with Jason at 1pm

08/02/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 8/02/18.

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb & Brad Styles

Brad Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Jer 23

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $68,468

PASTORAL

Discussed Lance and agreed Erik would reach out
Agreed to encourage Russell and Tricia to transfer membership to Las Vegas
Agreed to encourage Vaughn Smith to transfer to an ecclesia near where he is staying

NEW BUSINESS

Jason asked for permission to put one set of 6 lockers on the outside (secured to the east wall) of the hall to test out for the new school year. Eventual plan would be to have 18 total. Board approved.
Idyllwild Bible School has offered us a refund for the 4 people we sponsored to attend. Agreed to hold 2 of the amounts to next year and donate the other 2.
Gardener asked for a raise (currently $350/month for 3 Saturdays a month for about 2 hours each visit), Agreed to give Gary a budget of $400 to determine what to do.
Discussed how to express our gratitude for the use of the next door parking lot and the across the street folder. Agreed Gordon would send a letter to express our thanks.
Agreed to have a standard budget of $300 for ecclesial showers with Hospitality able to approve overages
Brad got feedback on his proposal for clause 22 and agreed to update

OLD BUSINESS

Jim and Jason presented a camera option. Specs: 150 hours of recording (expected to be roughly 1 month of footage, expandable up to 4X that amount), proposed camera locations are: Lobby, Nursery, Kitchen, Library, Hebron, Galilee, backroom (X2), side building (X2), backyard (X2), front parking lot (X2). System housed in the library. Motion activated. Agreed to ask Nathaniel Abel to install it (rough quote was ~$100 per camera), Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we get the camera system and split the cost of the system with the school.
Ken reviewed the PCCARC communication with the AB.
Jeff is working with Gary P. to help young people be more involved and help pick visiting speakers
Future dates of meetings are AB 9/5, AB 10/10, AB 11/14

Jeff closed in prayer at 10:12pm

09/05/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb, Jim Olguin & Brad Styles

Erik Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read II Kings 10:15

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $60,609
Discussed Power generation with gas turbines, Erik agreed to check into it

PASTORAL

Gordon sent letters to Sam, Jessica, Mark and Wendy Wrenn acknowledging they have removed themselves from fellowship and encouraging them to return

NEW BUSINESS

Final quote for the cameras has been submitted for review by Jim for $3713.90. Erik and Jim will present the Camera system to the ecclesia to remind everyone of the purpose and benefit
- Specs: 150 hours of recording (expected to be roughly 1 month of footage, expandable up to 4X that amount), proposed camera locations are: Lobby, Nursery, Kitchen, Library, Hebron, Galilee, backroom (X2), side building (X2), backyard (X2), front parking lot (X2). System housed in the library. Motion activated. Agreed to ask Nathaniel Abel to install it (rough quote was ~$100 per camera), Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we get the camera system and split the cost of the system with the school.
The CBM is having an election, the existing brethren up for re-election are willing to serve again. Agreed to nominate Dennis Beavans

OLD BUSINESS

Gordon will make the ecclesia aware of a proposed update to the constitution so they have time to consider it prior to voting on the change next year:
- Clause 22: “All Brothers are eligible to read immediately after being baptized and to pray and exhort during memorial service 6 months after being baptized. Brethren will be asked for all other service at the discretion of the brother responsible for organizing or facilitating the function at which that service will be performed. Presiding and public lecturing brethren shall be selected in accordance with the same criteria for Arranging Brothers (clause 19). Visiting speakers should be on their home ecclesias speaking list and in good standing.”
James Walker updated the AB on elections
- Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we approve that the 2 year term be extended for this election period and voted on for official integration into the constitution at the January business meeting
Agreed to ask Levi to ask Jon Billington to come out in December (at the conclusion of the seminars) and do another prophecy study day as a follow up to the seminars
for the Study Day in June (either June 1st or June 8th), we agreed to ask Bryan Styles, then Steve Davis, then Dennis Beavans, then David Levin, then Stan Isbell, then John Launchberry
Future dates of meetings are AB 10/10, AB 11/14

Jeff closed in prayer at 10:20pm

10/10/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, Jim Olguin & Brad Styles

Gordon Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Ezekiel 36

FINANCES

Reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $65,146

PASTORAL

Gordon reported that he sent letters acknowledging that Jane Jones and Dan Strizich are no longer in fellowship.

OLD BUSINESS

Chris and Beth reported to us that they have prayerfully come to the decision to get married. They don’t have definite plans yet but would like to have an informal meeting for family and close friends. They are willing to talk to us as a group in the future if we want. We agreed that we would ask Jeff to draft what we would like to say to the ecclesia at the January business meeting for review at the next AB meeting.
Discussed the plans Jeff had been looking into for the backyard. He is still going to review the plans to see how far back our property goes.
Jim Olguin will buy the camera system and arrange for installation. He will work with Nathaniel Abel to get it installed.
Jeff will update the update to the new brother’s roles that was approved at the last business meeting
- All Brothers are eligible to pray and exhort during memorial service 6 months after being baptized. Brothers will be asked for all other service at the discretion of the brother responsible for organizing or facilitating the function at which that service will be performed. Presiding and public lecturing brethren shall be selected in accordance with the same criteria for Arranging Brothers (clause 19). Visiting speakers should be on their home ecclesias speaking list and in good standing.
Brad will ask Bryan Styles if he is willing to do our study day in early June 2021
James reported Levi is working on scheduling a prophecy study day
James reported that the election planning is going well
Got an update on the CBMA committee nominations. We are still reaching out to people to see if they are willing to accept nominations

NEW BUSINESS

Pan de Vida is a study week for young people that is being scheduled in Colorado. The young people get trained in preaching and then go to the Caribean and South America and preach. Jeff asked that the ecclesia accept the donations and manage the money for Pan de Vida. Agreed that it sounds like a good idea but would consult with Dave Clubb prior to agreeing.

Next meetings: AB 11/14, AB 1/9/19, business meeting 1/20/19

Jim closed in prayer at 9:20pm

11/14/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, Jim Olguin, Dave Clubb & Brad Styles

Gordon Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Hosea 11

FINANCES

Reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $67,000

PASTORAL

Gordon lead a review of fellowship issues.

OLD BUSINESS

James confirmed Dennis Bevans can come and speak to us at our 2019 study day. He will send us three topics to choose from
Gordon sent letters to Brad & Sarah DeCaussin and Majid Ojani recognizing that they have removed themselves from fellowship
Agreed to discuss our desire to talk to Rachel Morrow with her “home” ecclesia in Houston. We will discuss the right person to reach out to her to see if there is anything we can do to help her come back to meeting
Discussed Nathaniel and Rebekah Abel’s and agreed that Brad would talk to them
Recommend buying a new drinking fountain that will have a water bottle filling station as well for up to $1000
Dave Rakich agreed to be on the top of the list for calls when the alarm goes off. Gordon will call the alarm company to remove Doug from the list. We will discuss this again when the cameras are installed.
Reviewed and approved a proposal for a statement to be read about our ecclesias position on Chris and Beth’s upcoming marriage:
- Chris Stickney and Beth Amis, after much prayer and consideration, have informed the Arranging Board that they have decided to marry. The Arranging Board have been working with them and giving this a great deal of discussion and study over the past year. In light of the approach and attitudes of those involved and the scriptural principles, the Board has decided to recommend that no action needs to be taken other than as prescribed by our constitution. Our constitution states that Chris will no longer being eligible to serve as a Presiding Brother or Arranging Brother.
  
  We all know that God hates divorce and we feel it’s important for everyone to remember that our Ecclesia’s decision to remain in fellowship with Chris and Beth should not be viewed as approval for divorce or remarriage.

NEW BUSINESS

CBMA requested a vote for 4 members. Agreed to vote for Dennis Beavans, and the three incumbents, Erik Hawthorne, Phil Snowblen and Dan Styles
Reviewed the request from Pomona to help Robert Devine cover his medical expenses for his son (roughly $15,000/year for 2 years). Agreed to send $250 to Pomona once a month to support the medical expenses for 2019. Agreed to ask Pomona to keep us posted on how things are going.
Approved a 6 – 8 year old class for Thursday night. Jason & Ruth are organizing

Next meetings: AB 1/9/19, 2/6/19, 3/6/19, business meeting 1/20/19

James closed in prayer at 9:46pm

11/09/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on November 11, 2017

Ken and Larry De Caussin gave an update on Dave De Caussin. Ken has drafted up a letter and will send to Dave De Caussin.

Reviewed and updated letter that will be sent to Kat.

James Walker would like someone else to do the activities for the Ecclesia. Ongoing discussion for next AB meeting.

David Clubb is fine with continuing role as finance brother.

Mental health group 4 people showed up to the group but about a 12 have spoken with Chris. So there is a possibility that the group will grow. Erik and Chris will work up a confidentiality statement to provide that security to the group.

Discussed the back yard.

Jeff would like to share a bible mission video that is about 10 minutes. (approved)

Jeff proposed that we change our Wednesday night class to Thursday night. This would help the school out and would also be really nice for parents with kids who attend CHS because the kids would be staying up late Thursday night and would not have school on Friday. Instead of having kids stay up late Wednesday night and go to school tired on Thursday.

Decided that we will pay for Allison Steppe CHS tuition 1850 for this year. Gordon will let Tricia know that it will be a one year deal. (approved)

Erik proposed that we no longer read the AB minutes at the beginning of meetings. (approved)

Reviewed October 2017 financial report. A balance of 47,088.65 has been (approved.)

James spoke with Patty about Jennifer Briley and Patty said she would speak with Jennifer and report back to James.

A few sisters are planning on reaching out to Jenny Vetkos as the Sisters feel there is an opportunity to reach Jenny.

Gordon proposing that at the next business meeting we ask the meeting to consider disfellowship for Ben and Sarah Jones.

Discussed Heather McDevitt

Junior CYC asked if they could use our hall every two weeks on Friday nights. When junior CYC is using the hall the CYC will be having their Friday night classes at Reseda. (approved)

Next AB meeting will be 11th of January and February meeting will be on the 15th.

Meeting closed in prayer by Bro. Gordon Hensley.

09-17-17 Business Meeting

Minutes of the Business Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 09/17/17.

In attendance were approximately 36 Brothers and Sisters.

Meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Jim Styles.

2 Kings 25 was read by Brother Rick Sisco.

The previous Business Meeting Minutes were read by Brother Gordon Hensley and approved.

The Financial Report was presented by Brother David Clubb and approved.

The agenda was reviewed, backyard was added to the agenda (maintenance of the playground equipment and injuries due to the uneven ground / high curb height).

There was a Motion for Doug to survey the group for feedback on the Bible reading seminar and give the ecclesia the feedback. The group had concerns about having enough people willing to support a 24 hour schedule of food and supervision at the hall. The motion was seconded and carried with a majority vote.

Eric reviewed the “Bible principles and practices for fellowship discussions” with the ecclesia. A question was raised about confidentiality. Eric responded by saying that confidentiality was important but may be over ridden in cases where: laws apply to report abuse (e.g. elders, children), danger exists to the members, news has spread to the ecclesia through other spices and needs to be dealt with. Eric stated that some ABs share with their wives and others do not for various reasons but confidentiality is emphasized in either choice. Agreed to post the latest version of the document in the members area of the website.

Gordon related the ABs recommendation to disfellowship Kat Stickney. He read a summary of the work that has been ongoing since she filed for divorce from Chris. Jeff and Kellie and Eric and Sharon have been the primary contact but many others who have relationships with her have attempted to help as well. She is unwilling to attend a Christadelphian ecclesia and has pushed away recent attempts to talk about her live in boyfriend and a path toward restoration.

The ecclesia discussed at length and approved with a vote of 26 for, 2 against and the remainder abstaining.

The expectations for refellowship would be that her boyfriend not live with her and that she be willing to work with us (the ecclesia) towards returning to the ecclesia

The AB made the ecclesia aware that Jenny Vetkos, Ben Jones and Sarah Jones fellowship statuses will be discussed at the next business meeting. This is notice that a recommendation may be forth coming at the next business meeting

The backyard concerns were agreed to be addressed offline as soon as needed with the AB

The AB minutes from the Mar, Apr, May, June, Aug & Sept meetings were read and accepted

There were no special reports

Brother Jason Hensley closed in prayer.

08/10/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on August 10, 2017

Attendees: Jeff Gelineau, Erik Sternad, Dave Clubb, Jim Olguin, Gordon Hensley, James Walker, Brad Styles
Opening Prayer: 7:35pm by James Walker
Reading: Jer 37
Minutes of the April AB meeting were read and approved.
Financial Report was read with a balance of $68,291
Closing Prayer: 9:33pm by Erik Sternad

PASTORAL

Discussed ongoing pastoral issues

OLD BUSINESS

Ryan DeCaussin came to give an update on the Conference and the fellowship practice discussion that occurred there. He said that there was a YOC meeting to discuss about what to say at the memorial service. The final agreement was to say that the memorial service would be conducted under the BASF. All of the baptized members of the ecclesias were offered the emblems and broke bread.
Reconfirmed our decision to have a Simi Hills member at all conferences to act as a counselor to the Simi Hills CYCers
Dave will call the alarm company and email the group about what they say
- discussed other options but we will wait until we hear back from Dave to determine what else should be done
Eric reviewed edits to Bible Principles and Practices for Fellowship Discussions. Board approved the edits

NEW BUSINESS

AB agreed that the key locks on the class rooms would be changed to manual dead-bolts
AB agreed to approve $450 for the LTRB banner at Jim and Chris’ football team as long as the football organizers are amenable to the idea
AB agreed to approve a depression support group that Eric would help coordinate

UPCOMING MEETINGS

9/7 AB meeting
9/17 Business Meeting
10/12 AB Meeting
11/9 AB Meeting

ACTION ITEMS

Aug AB mtg – Gordon to check with Richard to suggest three thursdays as options for the Atonement class
Aug AB mtg – Gordon to add live streaming of the memorial service to next AB agenda
Aug AB mtg – Dave to investigate options for getting some return on the balance the ecclesia carries
Aug AB mtg – Jeff to review the quotes to do something with the backyard at the Sept Business meeting
Aug AB mtg – Dave will contact the alarm company to understand our options with them and email the group with his findings
June AB mtg – Gordon will follow up with people who met at the YOC to find out what conclusions were from that meeting to help inform future conversations
June AB mtg – Gordon to add a topic to a future agenda to discuss depression and how to help people with depression
March AB mtg – Erik and Jeff will work together to summarize a history of the board’s (& ecclesia’s) attempts to work with Kat for helping to set the context for the discussion with the ecclesia.
Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository
Feb AB mtg – Gordon will print the “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” for each ecclesial member at the next Business Meeting

04/06/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on April 6, 2017

Attendees: Jeff Gelineau, Erik Sternad, Dave Clubb, Jim Olguin, Gordon Hensley, Jim Styles, Brad Styles
Opening Prayer: 7:35pm by Brad Styles
Reading: Proverbs 16
Minutes of the March AB meeting were read and approved.
Financial Report was read with a balance of $52,067

PASTORAL

Each AB member reviewed their mini-flocks and the AB discussed members that have a need and how to help. Agreed to establish a regular conversation about those who have a need.
Discussed Jeff and Kellie’s outreach to Kat. Kat responded that she doesn’t see any way back to an ecclesia for her own personal reasons, but she blames everyone else for why she can’t go to any ecclesia.

OLD BUSINESS

Due to a busy May (and the rest of the Summer) it was decided to postpone the May business meeting to the 3rd week of Sept.
Erik presented the Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions. the AB made a few small recommendations for edits. Erik incorporated them and the AB will introduce it to the ecclesia at the next Business Meeting. Thanks to Erik for the effort and good outcome.

NEW BUSINESS

AB agreed to allow Jason to display a collection of artifacts from the “all in the family” research in the library
Suggested that the budget be used as “financial guidance” and to set goals for spending in good areas (e.g. preaching, aid, etc)
AB is recommending that the alarm system not be monitored anymore. AB asked Dave to cancel the monitoring contract.
Gordon reported that Levi and Jason will run the simi valley street fair booth

UPCOMING MEETINGS

5/4 fellowship and the amendment, 5/18 Atonement, 8/10 AB meeting, 9/7 AB meeting, 9/17 Business Meeting

ACTION ITEMS

April AB mtg – Gordon to create follow up list for pastoral care for people who need help
April AB mtg – Jeff will create a hypothesis for how to use the budget for the AB to review
April AB mtg – Dave to cancel the alarm monitoring contract

• March AB mtg – Erik and Jeff will work together to summarize a history of the board’s (& ecclesia’s) attempts to work with Kat for helping to set the context for the discussion with the ecclesia.

• Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will print the “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” for each ecclesial member at the next Business Meeting

• March AB mtg – Dave will talk to Doug and/or Levi about willingness to run the booth – DONE

• March AB mtg – Gordon to add discussion for creating a process for using the budget to the next AB meeting – DONE

• March AB mtg – Gordon to add discussion for creating a process for using the mini-flocks to the next AB meeting – DONE

• March AB mtg – Erik to ask Jeff and Kellie if they are willing to speak with Kat – Done, Jeff & Kellie agreed to speak to Kat

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon to send out the yearly note about attendance and add to it the letter to encourage members to contribute to strengthening the ecclesial family – Gordon will follow up with Jeff to get the draft that was updated for this year. – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Erik will incorporate feedback on “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” and we will discuss again at next AB meeting – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will add “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” to the Agenda for the next AB meeting – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Dave to create a review of spending in previous years in an attempt to help us decide on % allocations for categories of spending (e.g. preaching, maintenance, aid, etc…) – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Jeff will update the mini-flock roster and send to the group – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Brother Jim Styles will follow up with Rachel to let her know the ecclesia paid half of her kids tuition and try to ascertain her intentions – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will send an email to Paul Styles (recording brother Livonia) to confirm Alicia Stark’s transfer – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Brad to meet with Alicia to welcome her to the ecclesia and review constitution – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Dave Clubb to call JAmes Styles and Jimmy Glover and Gordon to call James Hann to see if they’d be willing to serve on Bible School Committee – added a request to Ryan Vaughn as well, they all declined – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon to send Alicia’s transfer request email to Jeff for storage in the records – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will invite Richard Morgan to join the unammended/ ammended classes – DONE

03/02/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on March 2, 2017

In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Eric Sternad, Jim Olguin, Chris Stickney, James Walker and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Jim Olguin at 7:32pm.

• Read Psa 106

• The Minutes of the Feb AB Meeting were read and approved.

• A Financial Report for Feb 2017 was read with a balance of roughly $57,327 and approved.

• Discussed the budget that brother Dave created. The board liked the work brother Dave did on the budget. We agreed that next meeting we would discuss the process for using the budget

PASTORAL

• Discussed Sister Kat Stickney. She is attending a different church (main stream Christian church) and is in a new relationship with someone who is not a Christadelphian. The divorce is not yet final since negotiations are ongoing. Kat has cut off contact with most of her Christadelphian friends and members of the ecclesia who were attempting to reach out to her to encourage her to come out. The board agreed that we would ask Jeff and/or Kellie if they are willing to talk to Kat one last time about the direction she is headed. If she continues to be unresponsive to requests that she work with us to make changes in her life, the board feels that the next step would be to recommend that the ecclesia disfellowship Kat. Erik and Jeff will work together to summarize a history of the board’s (& ecclesia’s) attempts to work with her.

NEW BUSINESS

• Received an inquiry about the ovens being out of cal. Sister Rosa bought four thermometers and confirmed the ovens are working properly

• Discussed the street fair and making sure that if we want to get a booth we don’t miss the opportunity. Agreed to talk to Doug and Levi about their willingness to do the steet fair.

• Approved a cabin rental at the Men’s weekend for our speaker

OLD BUSINESS

• Brother Jim Styles got in touch with Rachel about the Tuition for CHS. He let her know that the ecclesia has paid for half of the years tuition for both kids ($1800). It was a positive conversation and she acknowledged that she was responsible for the rest.

ACTION ITEMS

• March AB mtg – Dave will talk to Doug and/or Levi about willingness to run the booth

• March AB mtg – Gordon to add discussion for creating a process for using the budget to the next AB meeting

• March AB mtg – Gordon to add discussion for creating a process for using the mini-flocks to the next AB meeting

• March AB mtg – Erik to ask Jeff and Kellie if they are willing to speak with Kat – Done, Jeff & Kellie agreed to speak to Kat

• Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will print the “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” for each ecclesial member at the next Business Meeting

• Feb AB mtg – Erik will incorporate feedback on “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” and we will discuss again at next AB meeting

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will add “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” to the Agenda for the next AB meeting

• Feb AB mtg – Jeff will update the mini-flock roster and send to the group – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Brother Jim Styles will follow up with Rachel to let her know the ecclesia paid half of her kids tuition and try to ascertain her intentions – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will send an email to Paul Styles (recording brother Livonia) to confirm Alicia Stark’s transfer – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Brad to meet with Alicia to welcome her to the ecclesia and review constitution – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon to send Alicia’s transfer request email to Jeff for storage in the records – DONE

• Feb AB mtg – Gordon will invite Richard Morgan to join the unammended/ ammended classes – DONE

CLOSING

• 4/6 AB meeting (include prep for Business meeting agenda), 5/4 class on the Fellowship implications of the amendment, 5/18 class on the Atonement, No AB meeting in May, 6/8 AB meeting, No AB meeting in July

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:30pm

02/02/17

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 2/02/17.

In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jeff Gelineau, Eric Sternad, Jim Olguin, Jim Styles, James Walker and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Brad Styles at 7:32pm.

• Read Revelation 1

• The Minutes of the Jan 5th AB Meeting were read and approved.

• A Financial Report for Jan 2017 was read with a balance of roughly $58,099 and approved.

• Discussed the idea of creating a budget using previous spending categories as a starting point. Agreed to have Dave help us create a view of past spending by category.

PASTORAL

• Discussed people that we feel could use help or love.

• Discussed how we can be more intentional recognizing people who could use love or help. Agreed that we would use mini-flocks as a mechanism for discussing pastoral care. Jeff will update the mini-flocks and resend to the group.

NEW BUSINESS

• Reviewed a first draft of “Biblical Principles for Fellowship Discussions” prepared by Brother Eric. Agreed we would print this the first time we use it. Gave Eric feedback

• Sister Alicia Stark requested transfer to our ecclesia. Brad agreed to meet with her to review the constitution (including divorce and remarriage and fellowship policy)

• Discussed PAcific Coast Bible School nominations. Agree to nominate the existing board members who are willing to serve and ask James Styles, Jimmy Glover and James Hann if they would be willing

• Discussed the addition of a letter encouraging members to contribute to strengthening the ecclesial family with helpful suggestions of ways to help. Board agreed for Gordon to include it in the Yearly letter that encourages members to attend memorial service

• Agreed to let CHS use the hall for a Carnival fund raiser

OLD BUSINESS

• Brother Jim Styles has tried to get in touch with Rachel about the Tuition for CHS. We have paid for half of the years tuition for both kids ($1800)

• Agreed to invite Richard Morgan to join our classes on the unammended and ammended differences. We will request him to follow up as needed with further classes.

ACTION ITEMS

• Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

• Dave to create a review of spending in previous years in an attempt to help us decide on % allocations for categories of spending (e.g. preaching, maintenance, aid, etc…)

• Jeff will update the mini-flock roster and send to the group

• Gordon will print the “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” for each ecclesial member at the next Business Meeting

• Eric will incorporate feedback on “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” and we will discuss again at next AB meeting

• Gordon will add “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” to the Agenda for the next AB meeting

• Brother Jim will follow up with Rachel to let her know the ecclesia paid half of her kids tuition and try to ascertain her intentions

• Gordon will send an email to Paul Styles (recording brother Livonia) to confirm Alicia Stark’s transfer

• Brad to meet with Alicia to welcome her to the ecclesia and review constitution

• Dave Clubb to call JAmes Styles and Jimmy Glover and Gordon to call James Hann to see if they’d be willing to serve on Bible School Committee

• Gordon to send Alicia’s transfer request email to Jeff for storage in the records

• Gordon to send out the yearly note about attendance and add to it the letter to encourage members to contribute to strengthening the ecclesial family

• Gordon will invite Richard Morgan to join the unammended/ ammended classes

CLOSING

• Upcoming meetings 2/16 @ Jeff’s house, 3/2 @ hall for AB meeting, 4/6 @ hall for AB meeting, 4/20 @ Jeff’s house

• Closing prayer was offered by Dave Clubb at 9:12pm

01/15/17 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/15/17.

• Opened with Prayer at 12:20 by Brother Dave Clubb

• Proverbs 29 was read

• There were roughly 55 people in attendance, roughly 45 of which were baptized members

• Minutes from the 09/11/16 Business Meeting were read and Approved

• A Financial Report was read. The balance on hand as of 12/31/16 was $62,786.

• The agenda was reviewed and approved. Sasha requested that we discuss singing hymns at bible class and it was decided that this additional topic would best be addressed by talking to Ken (Adult Education brother) after the business meeting

• A summary of the constitutional changes were reviewed and the changes were put to the ecclesia for approval. There was a motion to approve and it was seconded. The motion carried with a vast majority.

• Brad Styles was approved to continue as SS superintendent (a few other brothers expressed willingness to take on the role as well.)

• Brother Jeff reviewed the attendance and pastoral report. Requested that the ecclesia continue to pray for the following brethren and sisters in preparation for future conversations at the business meeting: Sam Wrenn, Jessica Wrenn, Gary Frolka, Jennifer Vetkos, Torrie Vetkos, Lance McClelan. James reported that he has been unable to get in touch with Mark and Wendy again but will continue to try.

• The AB minutes from the Oct and Jan meetings were read

• There was no Library report

• A preaching report was read. Seminar follow up Genesis class will continue. A new seminar will start in the Spring and we will host it at the hall.

• Activities report was read. Study day first weekend of June will be led by Ken Styles on Godly Love.

• Brian McLeod closed in prayer at 1:15

01/05/17

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on 01/05/17.

In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jeff Gelineau, Eric Sternad, Ken Sommerville, Jim Olguin, Jim Styles, James Walker and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:37pm.

• Read Psalms 11, 12 & 13

• The Minutes of the Oct 13th AB Meeting were read and approved.

• A Financial Report for the year of 2016 was read with a balance of roughly $62,786 and approved.

• Discussed the idea of creating a budget using previous spending categories as a starting point. Agreed to have the discussion another time.

PASTORAL

• Mini-flocks was tabled for a future meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

• Thousand Oaks ecclesia requested financial assistance for Kids Camp and Youth Conference. Expenses have increased for the facility and they are running at $4000 deficit for each camp. We felt that there are 4 ecclesias in the area that send people to the conference so we would cover a quarter of the overall deficit (a donation of $2000 total).

• Agreed to vote for Bob Stodel, Dave Jennings, Kent Ellis and Bruce Andrews to be on the PCCARC board.

• Agreed to vote for Phil Snowblen, Erik Hawthorne, Dan Styles and Ben Drepaul to be on the CBMA board.

• We agreed prior to the AB meeting to write a donation receipt for a project that was not previously discussed with the board so we agreed to Discuss Donations in Kind. Talked about the preferred process, that people come to us before spending the money to get approval for the project. The money to support the project should then be donated to the ecclesia and the ecclesia should pay for the expenses. We agreed prior to the AB meeting to write a donation receipt for a project that was not previously discussed with the board.

• James reported that Ken Styles agreed to come speak at our study day in June 2017

• Agreed to recommend that James Walker continue to serve as Activities brother, Gordon Hensley to serve as Recording Brother, Dave Clubb to serve as Finance Brother and Brad Styles as Sunday School Superintendent. Agreed to begin exploring if others would be willing to begin shadowing the Sunday School Superintendent role.

• Reviewed and approved the Business Meeting Agenda

OLD BUSINESS

• Jan 8 Sunday lunch with Allan meeting at Jeff’s house, Jan 15th Business meeting, Jan 19th Christian Principles for discussing difficult issues at Jeff’s house, Feb 2nd AB meeting at the hall, Feb 16th Historical beliefs on ressurectional responsibility at Jeff’s house.

• Closing prayer was offered by Ken Sommerville at 9:27pm

06/06/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on June 6, 2017

Attendees: Jeff Gelineau, Erik Sternad, James Walker, Richard Morgan, Ken Sommerville, Jim Styles, Brad Styles. Sasha & Robin Boiko attended to update on CYC and Sharon Sternad

- Opening Prayer: Ken Sommerville
- Minutes of the April AB meeting were read and approved.
- Financial Report was read with a balance of $55,802
- Jim Styles closed at 9:40pm
PASTORAL
- Sister Robin discussed with us that she is dealing with physical ailments and depression which often keep her from attending meeting. She asked that we pray for her depression from the platform on Sunday (as well as personal prayer)
- Agreed to a rule that all ecclesial sponsored donation drives (or other help) only be given to non-religious organizations
OLD BUSINESS
- Agreed alarm service will not be paid anymore. Will use the alarm system as a local alarm system.
NEW BUSINESS
- Discussed CYC with brother Sasha. Brother Sasha discussed some organizational gaps in the current CYC. Brother Sasha updated that he will be meeting with the other head counselors to update some sections of the constitution relative to the roles and responsibilities of head counselors and the CYC committee (young people).
- Discussed YOC with brother Sasha. We discussed briefly the organization of the YOC and touched on some issues that have been raised recently raised issues that young brothers and sisters from the San Fransisco Peninsula were not welcome to fellowship at the last Reseda sponsored YOC event. Brother Gordon had discussed with other ecclesial Recording brothers and it has been suggested that the PCARC should encourage and recommend the San Fransisco Peninsula ecclesia remove their endorsement of UA08. The other ecclesias have expressed that this would resolve the issues that arose a the YOC event. Ken reported that he understood that the issue was resolved at the conference and all members were welcome to break bread as a result of a meeting that happened at the conference. We agreed Gordon would reach out to people who were there to determine whether or not there is still an issue.
- Brother Art Courtenel hosts a website called Christadelphianvideo.org. they are looking for someone from our timezone to help converse with contacts. Agreed to let other ecclesias respond
- Agreed to pay roughly $2000 to have the ecclesial website updated to cell phone friendly format – Jeff will follow up
- AB approved Dave a budget of $1000 to purchase a laptop for ecclesial accounting, Jeff will donate a scanner to Dave.
- Gordon presented the “Shepherds list” and the board discussed
  - Agreed to recommend that Kat Stickney be dis-fellowshipped at the fall Business Meeting
  - Gordon will talk to Will about our proposed approach to talking about his parents and family so he is not caught off gaurd
  - Let the ecclesia know that Jenny Vetkos, Sarah Jones and Ben Jones fellowship status will be discussed at the next business meeting. Ask for prayers and attempts to help.
  - Agreed to move Dave, Mert, Brad & Sarah DeCaussin to the Long Term portion of the list
  - Agreed to move Gary Frolka to the life style category
  - Agreed on everyone else’s category on the list
- Jeff presented a proposed budget (% spend by category). He noted that our spending already roughly complies with the proposed budget so no changes were recommended.
- Agreed to support Alicia Stark on her financial request for attending Bible schools this summer up to $1000. Will talk with Alicia about a way for her to give back to the ecclesia (e.g. organize an activity, etc)
UPCOMING MEETINGS
8/24 Atonement, 8/10 AB meeting, 9/7 AB meeting, 9/17 Business Meeting

ACTION ITEMS
June AB mtg – Gordon will follow up with people who met at the YOC to find out what conclusions were from that meeting to help inform future conversations

June AB mtg – Gordon will add a topic to review “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” next AB meeting for Eric to review updates from feedback he got from the ecclesia when he presented it at Sunday School

June AB mtg – Gordon to add a topic to a future agenda to discuss depression and how to help people with depression

April AB mtg – Dave to cancel the alarm monitoring contract

March AB mtg – Erik and Jeff will work together to summarize a history of the board’s (& ecclesia’s) attempts to work with Kat for helping to set the context for the discussion with the ecclesia.

Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

Feb AB mtg – Gordon will print the “Bible Principles for Fellowship Discussions” for each ecclesial member at the next Business Meeting

2020 Minutes

Protected: 07/22/20

07/22/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 07/22/20.

Jim Olguin, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, Jeff Gelineau, Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call. Andrew Culver and Jason Hensley came for the beginning and the new business items of Sunday School and CHS hall use.
David Clubb opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Matthew 23 was read and discussed
The June AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
We reviewed the financial report for May with a balance of $34,000. The Backyard project has a balance of $6,508.

OLD BUSINESS

- Reviewed the mini flocks, encouraged the group to call their folks on the mini flocks. Decided to add Rinat and Lisa to Ken’s mini flock.
- Discussed how to have people be in touch with each other. Suggested that we have a number of small zoom meetings. potentially a car meeting while broadcasting over the radio. the group liked the small zoom idea and Jeff agreed to work towards setting something up.
- Jim Styles has continued meeting with a brother at the request of the board. Things are going well and Jim believes there has been good progress.

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed the letter from the Monroe ecclesia. Agreed to not discuss it with the ecclesia.
- Discussed the proposal from Jeff about the YOC process. Agreed to recommend that the third step was probably not needed, but that we supported having the process and liked the first two steps.
- Discussed a financial appeal from CHS. they are roughly $10,000 in the red and requesting financial assistance. David proposed that we donate. Agreed that we would defer until August.
- Gordon requested that we contact him if anyone reaches out to us for support in isolation
- Verdugo is going to a zoom meeting and will not participate in our stream anymore
- if people are on the schedule and are not willing/ able they will need to find their own replacements. Thanks to Jeff for his work on the scheduling during the pandemic.
- Elections are this year, James will run the process again
- Agreed that we would discuss term limits for ABs and Recording Brothers
- Discussed adding an adult sunday school class in September 13. decided we would run adult Sunday school on the live stream before the Service. Agreed we would discuss again at the August meeting. We will all ask people about their preference
- Discussed how to involve people in the service who aren’t comfortable in the hall

Next Meeting scheduled for August 19

Jim Olguin closed in prayer at 9:25 pm

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 76 – All Creatures of Our God and King
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 231 – Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 356 – Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Hymn 381 – O Happy Band of Pilgrims
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 405 – Shall We Behold the Promised Land
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 16 – Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You
PTL 40 – He Has Shown You, O Man
PTL 43 – He Was Pierced for Our Transgressions
PTL 86 – O Lord, Give Me an Undivided Heart
PTL 87 – O Lord, Hear My Prayer
PTL 92 – Our Father In Heaven
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 128 – You Are the Vine
PTL 142 – Be Still, My Soul
PTL 146 – Bless the Lord, O My Soul
PTL 161 – Faithful God
PTL 165 – For the Joys and For the Sorrows
PTL 205 – Jesus Name Above All Names

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 231 – Here, O My Lord, I See Thee Face to Face
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 356 – Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Hymn 381 – O Happy Band of Pilgrims
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 16 – Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You
PTL 40 – He Has Shown You, O Man
PTL 86 – O Lord, Give Me an Undivided Heart
PTL 92 – Our Father In Heaven
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 128 – You Are the Vine
PTL 142 – Be Still, My Soul
PTL 146 – Bless the Lord, O My Soul
PTL 161 – Faithful God
PTL 165 – For the Joys and For the Sorrows
PTL 205 – Jesus Name Above All Names

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 16 – Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You
PTL 40 – He Has Shown You, O Man
PTL 92 – Our Father In Heaven
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 128 – You Are the Vine
PTL 142 – Be Still, My Soul
PTL 146 – Bless the Lord, O My Soul
PTL 161 – Faithful God
PTL 165 – For the Joys and For the Sorrows
PTL 205 – Jesus Name Above All Names

Logo-Horiz

July 11, 2020 By Jeff

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 356 – Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Hymn 381 – O Happy Band of Pilgrims
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 381 – O Happy Band of Pilgrims
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 381 – O Happy Band of Pilgrims
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 7 – The Lord Will be a Refuge
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 224 – According to Thy Gracious Word
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 139 – God Be In My Head
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 30 – Wash Me Throughly
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 223 – When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 241 – The Bread and Wine We Take
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 391 – Almighty Maker of My Frame
Hymn 437 – Now May He

Hymns

2020 Minutes

Protected: 06/17/20

06/17/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 06/17/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, Jeff Gelineau, and Brad Styles attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
James Walker opened in prayer at 7:35pm
1st John 3 & 4 was read and discussed
The May AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
We reviewed the financial report for May with a balance of $45,784. This balance includes $6,508 in donations for the Backyard.

OLD BUSINESS

- Ken met with Rinat and Lisa. Rinat has requested transfer to our ecclesia. Agreed that Erik and Ken would interview him for transfer.
- Ken spoke with Andrew Culver about the idea for an object lesson before meeting

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed Online Christadelphian Bible School. discussed concerns over sisters teaching who are exhorting at their home ecclesias and the multi fellowship format. Jeff agreed to promote it personally instead of the ecclesia announcing it.
- Discussed WCF relief fund
- CYC requested to use the hall parking lot for CYC and be able to use the bathrooms
- Reviewed the proposal that Jeff put together for meeting together for memorial service at the Hall in line with the guidance. The board thanked Jeff for his work.
  - Jeff proposed that we allow the Presider to invite those serving to bring their families using the guidance
    - Sasha is next to preside and Erik will provide him with the guidance
    - Agreed to implement the updated format with the new guidance on July 12 with a limited group (servers and their families)
    - first Sunday in August will be following the new guidance with the full ecclesia (those that are willing)
    - 3rd thursday in July, midweek class will be an overview of the plan
  - Brad proposed that we encourage those without a “quaranteam” to find a family to meet if they are missing and needing fellowship
- Agreed to approve the use of the hall parking lot for CYC and the bathroom using the guidelines
- Dave Jennings, Greg Robinson, Jeff Gelineau, Jim Styles, and Richard Morgan are filming some preaching talks and would like to use the hall July 11 & 12. Board Approved.

Next Meeting scheduled for July 22

Erik Sternad closed in prayer at 9:00 pm

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 222 – When My Love to God Grows Weak
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 328 – God So Loved The World
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 16 – Brother, Sister, Let Me Serve You
PTL 92 – Our Father In Heaven
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 142 – Be Still, My Soul
PTL 161 – Faithful God

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 142 – Be Still, My Soul
PTL 161 – Faithful God

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 142 – Be Still, My Soul
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 165 – Teach Me Thy Way
Hymn 218 – Loving Shepherd of Thy Sheep
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 122 – When I Look Into Your Holiness
PTL 161 – Faithful God

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 142 – Be Still, My Soul
Hymn 145 – Heavenly Father
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 233 – Jesus Said
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him
Hymn 437 – Now May He

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart
PTL 161 – Faithful God

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 104 – My Heart Rejoices
Hymn 142 – Be Still, My Soul
Hymn 221 – Was It For Me
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 327 – Come Unto Me Ye Weary
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know
PTL 95 – Purify My Heart

05/14/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 05/14/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Jeff Gelineau opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Deuteronomy 30 was read and discussed
The April AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for April with a balance of $47,728. This balance includes $6,508 in donations for the Backyard.

OLD BUSINESS

- discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- discussed our preaching effort. Richard didn’t have capacity to run an effort right now virtually. discussed that Ryan DeCaussin had recently reached out to the group looking for help to run a campaign with videos. Ken will reach out to Ryan to see what can be organized.
- Discussed pastoral issue (Rinat & Lisa)
  - Rinat and Lisa will be married next week (God willing) and Lisa intends to request baptism. Arrangements will need to be made for a virtual baptism
  - Ken will work with them to build a plan for post marital counseling

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed possibilities for when restrictions get eased.
  - out door service, parking lot or park?
  - a hybrid approach with both in hall services and vimeo
    - add a camera to view the audience to help people feel the fellowship?
  - Proposed that our message to the ecclesia should be that meeting virtually will be continued indefinitely. We will watch state and local guidance and when that changes we will follow those recommendations. We expect to continue to offer virtual services in parallel to the renewed physical meetings for a transition period.
- PCCARC annual update was reviewed and discussed
- Ken will put together the Summer schedule
  - suggested that perhaps we reach out to Bible school speakers to see if they can delivery their classes for our midweek class

Next Meeting scheduled for June 17

Erik Sternad closed in prayer at 9:28pm

2020 Minutes

Protected: 05/14/20

05/14/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 05/14/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Jim Olguin opened in prayer at 7:38pm
Proverbs 25 was read and discussed
The March AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for March with a balance of $42,718. This balance includes $6,508 in donations for the Backyard.

OLD BUSINESS

- discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- Agreed to reduce Margarita to every other week for cleaning. Agreed to pay her $500 per month until Shelter in Place ends.

NEW BUSINESS

- Agreed to shift to Summer Schedule starting the First Sunday of May, announce the time shift for the next two weeks
- Discussed preaching email from Richard Morgan. Gordon will reach out to him to discuss.
- Discussed the newsletter – Considered other options for the newsletter – Weekly schedule email with a monthly pastoral update, posting to a website, having an online calendar. Bonnie is willing to continue doing it as is and Jim Olguin will look into how to help simplify the process.

Next Meeting scheduled for May ???

Dave Clubb closed in prayer at 8:42pm

Hymns

Hymn 1 – Blessed are They
Hymn 2 – Give Ear to My Words
Hymn 3 – Lead Me Lord
Hymn 10 – The Lord is My Shepherd
Hymn 86 – God of Glory
Hymn 142 – Be Still, My Soul
Hymn 227 – Bread of the World
Hymn 229 – Father of Lights
Hymn 234 – Lord Jesus Christ Our Living Head
Hymn 325 – Come to Me
Hymn 350 – He That Shall Endure
Hymn 387 – The Steadfast Love of the Lord
Hymn 338 – A New Commandment
Hymn 388 – We Shall Be Like Him

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know

Psalm 121 – Lift Thine Eyes

Hymns

PTL 11 – Be Still and Know

Psalm 121 – Lift Thine Eyes

LIVESTREAM

Our Memorial Service is streamed live every Sunday at 11:00 am PST. (10:00 am in the Summer.) NOTE: We are on the Summer Schedule from May 3, 2020 until September 6, 2020.

Click below to follow the link to our service provider, livestream.com. The video will only appear once the service starts, and will only be available during the duration of the service.

Previous services also appear at this address in reverse chronological order.

Hymns

Thanks to the Williamsburg Christadelphian Foundation for the recording of these beautiful hymns. www.wcfoundation.org/hymns

Hymns

2020 Minutes

01/08/20
01/19/20 – Business Meeting
02/12/20
03/25/20
04/15/20

Protected: 04/15/20

04/15/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 04/15/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Jim Olguin opened in prayer at 7:38pm
Proverbs 25 was read and discussed
The March AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for March with a balance of $42,718. This balance includes $6,508 in donations for the Backyard.

OLD BUSINESS

- discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- Agreed to reduce Margarita to every other week for cleaning. Agreed to pay her $500 per month until Shelter in Place ends.

NEW BUSINESS

- Agreed to shift to Summer Schedule starting the First Sunday of May, announce the time shift for the next two weeks
- Discussed preaching email from Richard Morgan. Gordon will reach out to him to discuss.
- Discussed the newsletter – Considered other options for the newsletter – Weekly schedule email with a monthly pastoral update, posting to a website, having an online calendar. Bonnie is willing to continue doing it as is and Jim Olguin will look into how to help simplify the process.

Next Meeting scheduled for May ???

Dave Clubb closed in prayer at 8:42pm

2020 Minutes

01/08/20
01/19/20 – Business Meeting
02/12/20
03/25/20

03/25/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 03/25/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau attended via a Zoom Conference Call.
Ken Sommerville opened in prayer at 7:34pm
Proverbs 3 was read and discussed
The February AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for February with a balance of $52,956. This balance includes $6,508 in donations for the Backyard.

Discussed dialing back on the hall cleaning. James will report back to the AB what Lisa feels would be needed in terms of lesser hall cleaning schedule during the shelter in place. Lisa said she has work for her once a week for at least the next month. agreed to follow up next month.

Agreed to not charge the school rent while they are not using the Hall, but to continue to support with our donation.

OLD BUSINESS

- discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- discussed support at meeting for Alisa
- Michael has started attending another church, Gordon will reach out to him to discuss with him
- discussed pastoral issue (Mark K.)
- Agreed that we will hold off on asking for donations during the shelter in place order and that we will hold off on the backyard project until next year (summer 2021).
  - First round will be to do the landscaping (fund raise $25K, ecclesia pays the other $25K, keep existing play equipment)
  - Second round will come later to replace play equipment

NEW BUSINESS

- Agreed that Ken will ask Richard if he is willing to come to the hall to deliver his class Thursday night. If Richard is not, Ken will teach his second class.
- Agreed we will contact the upcoming speakers and presiders to determine if they are willing to come to the hall
- Agreed we will continue to live stream the Memorial Service on Sunday morning
- Discussed how to support our members during this time if they have financial hardship

Next Meeting scheduled for April 15, 2020

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:20pm

03/25/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 03/25/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau were present.
Ken Sommerville opened in prayer at 7:34pm
Proverbs 3 was read and discussed
The February AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for December with a balance of $48,860. Dave will make updates to the Financial Spreadsheet.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- Discussed attendance issues (Kathy, Luly, Amy, Vaughn)
- Discussed pastoral issue (Mark & Robin)
- Discussed upcoming wedding re: hall use and counseling (Ryan & Emily)

NEW BUSINESS

- Tidings is moving to an online free model, Jeff will petition the ecclesia for a donation(s)
- Discussed PTL 177 and agreed to temporarily ban due to substitution language
- Discussed financial appeal (D&R)
  - agreed to support with $3000 and financial consultation
  - Gordon will provide additional planning support as needed
- Discussed pastoral issue (Rinat & Lisa)
- Discussed the plans for future Seminars and outreach. Gordon will reach out to Richard to see if he is still interested in taking the role of preaching brother
- Discussed upcoming plans for the CHS seniors to travel to NZ for a youth conference
- Discussed the backyard project, Jeff will lead the campaign to fund-raise
- Jeff reported he is asking for new logo designs from the designer
- Jim Styles provided an update on an ongoing pastoral issue

Next Meeting scheduled for ???

James Walker closed in prayer at 10:30pm

2020 Minutes

01/08/20
01/19/20 – Business Meeting
02/12/20

Protected: 03/25/20

02/12/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/12/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jim Styles, Jason Hensley, Ken Sommerville and Jeff Gelineau were present.
Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 7:30pm
Exodus 22 was read and discussed
The January AB Minutes were accepted as recorded
David reviewed the financial report for December with a balance of $48,860. Dave will make updates to the Financial Spreadsheet.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed shepherds list and mini-flocks
- Discussed attendance issues (Kathy, Luly, Amy, Vaughn)
- Discussed pastoral issue (Mark & Robin)
- Discussed upcoming wedding re: hall use and counseling (Ryan & Emily)

NEW BUSINESS

- Tidings is moving to an online free model, Jeff will petition the ecclesia for a donation(s)
- Discussed PTL 177 and agreed to temporarily ban due to substitution language
- Discussed financial appeal (D&R)
  - agreed to support with $3000 and financial consultation
  - Gordon will provide additional planning support as needed
- Discussed pastoral issue (Rinat & Lisa)
- Discussed the plans for future Seminars and outreach. Gordon will reach out to Richard to see if he is still interested in taking the role of preaching brother
- Discussed upcoming plans for the CHS seniors to travel to NZ for a youth conference
- Discussed the backyard project, Jeff will lead the campaign to fund-raise
- Jeff reported he is asking for new logo designs from the designer
- Jim Styles provided an update on an ongoing pastoral issue

Next Meeting scheduled for ???

James Walker closed in prayer at 10:30pm

2020 Minutes

01/08/20
01/19/20 – Business Meeting

Protected: 01/19/20 – Business Meeting

01/19/20 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Business Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/19/20.

33 Members Attended
Jim Styles opened in prayer at 1:35pm
Genesis 32 was read by Doug Hawthorne
Gordon read the minutes of the Business Meeting from September 2019 and subsequent AB Meetings and they were approved as read
The Agenda was confirmed with the addition of a small comment about noise in the main hall.

OLD BUSINESS

- Gordon updated on the situation with Mark Kelso. Since he came out to meeting and had begun going counseling with Robin the AB did not send the letter of disfellowship. The ecclesia was encouraged to reach out to him to encourage him to begin attending again.
- Brad mentioned that noise in the hall is still and issue and highlighted the two principles at play: excitement at the blessing of having young children in our ecclesia and the desire to keep the main hall a quiet place conducive to meditation and remembrance. Members were encouraged to have direct conversations in a very loving spirit when needed to help address specific issues

NEW BUSINESS

- Jeff walked through the history on the backyard project and presented some options. He reminded us how the yard got the way it is and confirmed the wall is still stable. To redo the wall will require permits, architecture and assays at roughly $25K prior to any work to being done. That was decided against. Option 1: support the wall at its current angle and grade two flat surfaces in the backyard updated with a new playground. $15K for fill and level, $15K for support wall, $15K for Sprinklers and Sod and $15K for a new playground for a total of $60K. $25K would come from the ecclesial account and $35K would come from a special fundraiser.
  Motion for a committee to be formed to determine the details of the backyard project and to commence fundraising for the $35K. The motion carried with 2 against, 1 abstain and 30 in favor.
- Jeff presented three options for an updated logo. Motion for the AB to make the decision for the ecclesia. Motion seconded and approved. 20 for, 3 against, 7 abstain

FINANCE REPORT: David presented the 2019 financials. As of Dec 2019 the balance was $54,498.57. Donations per member per month to support the hall is $100, average donations per member were roughly $85 per member per month. A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes as read. The motion was approved unanimously.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Activities Brothers provided a small report and asked for feedback and ideas

Levi is stepping down from the Preaching Committee and we are seeking a new chair

Jeff said we are seeking a new chair for the CBMA. please let him know if you are interested or know someone who would be good for the role.

Doug updated on the minute meditations, they are listed under Ed Hawthorne

Agreed we would present the list of all people who do service in the Ecclesia at the next Business Meeting and post on the board.

Jim updated on the Library and asked that people be sure to return the envelopes when you take a book. an e-version of the address book is available, ask him if you’d like one

A motion was made to adjourn, seconded and unanimously approved.
Richard Morgan closed in prayer at 3:10pm

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

The songs for the Sunday School Play on Samuel are online for you to practice. Click on the Photo above to listen to them.

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

The Songs for Sunday School Play on
SAMUEL are online for you to Practice.

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

Songs for Sunday School Play on
SAMUEL are online for you to Practice.

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

Songs for Sunday School Play on
SAMUEL
are online for you to Practice.
CLICK HERE

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

Samuel Audio

Practice Audio – 2020 Sunday School Program – Samuel

Play – Go to Proverbs
Play – Good Morning Mister Sun
Play – Hannah’s Song
Play – I am a Giant
Play – I Have a House
Play – In His Hand
Play – Keep on Singing God’s Song
Play – Look Up
Play – Penninah’s Song
Play – Shama L’Adonai
Play – We Want the Meat
Play – Witch of Endor

Samuel Audio

Practice Audio – 2020 Sunday School Program – Samuel

Web-Samuel

January 14, 2020 By Jeff

Samuel Audio

Practice Audio – 2020 Sunday School Program – Samuel

Arranging Board Minutes

The Minutes of the Ecclesial Meetings are available online. Please select the year that you wish to review:

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01/08/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/08/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jim Styles and Brad Styles were present.
David Clubb opened in prayer at 7:38pm
Psalm 18 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for December with a balance of $54,498.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed Shepherd’s List and Mini-Flocks
- Discussed Pastoral Issue with the Abels

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed AB Roles and decided upon:
  Recording Brother: Gordon Hensley
  Finance Brother: David Clubb
  Activities Brothers: Brad Styles and Jim Olguin

Business Meeting scheduled for 01/19/20 and an AB Meeting on 02/12/20

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:55pm

2020 Minutes

01/08/20

2020 Minutes

Arranging Board Minutes

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01/08/20

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/08/20.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Jim Styles and Brad Styles were present.
David Clubb opened in prayer at 7:38pm
Psalm 18 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for December with a balance of $54,498.

OLD BUSINESS

- Discussed Shepherd’s List and Mini-Flocks
- Discussed Pastoral Issue with the Abels

NEW BUSINESS

- Discussed AB Roles and decided upon:
  Recording Brother: Gordon Hensley
  Finance Brother: David Clubb
  Activities Brothers: Brad Styles and Jim Olguin

Next meeting is 1/08/20, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 01/19/20 and an AB Meeting on 02/12/20

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:55pm

Members

Secure website for Members of the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Baptism Presiding Agenda
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

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Baptism Presiding

December 23, 2019 By Jeff

Baptism Presiding

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Check out the video from our recent Music Night!

music

December 13, 2019 By Jeff

2020 Bible Reading Planner

December 13, 2019 By Jeff

2020 Bible Reading Planner

2019 Minutes

11/13/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 11/13/19.

Brethren Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Brad Styles were present.
David Clubb opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Ezra 9 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for October with a balance of $49,000.
Discussed Members that don’t live here anymore, Amy Morgan and Vaughn Smith. agreed to explore the best way to be helpful for both of them.
Discussed pastoral issue (Morgans / Abels)

OLD BUSINESS

- None

NEW BUSINESS

- CBMA current president Phil Snowblen is stepping down, need to consider any possible replacements
- Approved singing of Shine as Light and Come into the Ark during memorial service. Songs will be sung at the beginning of memorial once to help people learn them. Agreed to ask Kellie to assess the singability of the songs.

Next meeting is 1/08/20, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 01/19/20

Jim Olguin closed in prayer at 9:30pm

Protected: 11/13/19

Donations

Thank you for supporting the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

You can mail your donation at any time to:

Bro. David Clubb
2429 Saint Clair Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93063

You can also make a One-Time Donation Online, or we encourage you to set up an automatically recurring Monthly Donation, using either a Credit Card or your Checking Account by clicking on this link:

2019 Minutes

Protected: 10/16/19

10/16/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 10/16/19.

Brethren Ken Sommerville, Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, Jim Styles, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, Brad Styles were present. Brother Brad Styles was connected by phone.
Brad Styles opened in prayer at 7:35pm
2nd Chronicles 7 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for September with a balance of $44,431.
Discussed recent additions to the Mini-Flocks (Sam Sturgeon, the Vaughns, the Blanchards). Reminded ourselves of the conversations that Gordon and Jeff had with Vaughn Smith about transferring to San Diego and that Vaughn told them he did not want to transfer.

OLD BUSINESS

- Jeff updated on the backyard project. estimates $65K total cost. Suggests the ecclesia front $15K from the account and attempt to fund raise $50K from the ecclesia to cover the cost.
- Jeff updated on the scheduling software. He is planning for a January implementation. He will need full buy in from the group.
- Jeff updated on the logo. he will present 3 options to the ecclesia and ask for feedback
- Discussed pastoral issue (Morgans / Abels)
- Discussed a pastoral issue (Michael Jennings)

NEW BUSINESS

- Decided to nominate Jeff Gelineau, Allen Laben and Tyrone Smart to continue on the CBMA
- We decided to unchain the benches on the Patio
- Discussed preaching and agreed to add it to the agenda
- James said we should announce when someone has requested transfer. We had a discussion and the board was not of one mind. agreed to add a conversation about the content and purpose of the transfer interview to the next meeting.
- Ken discussed how we ensure that visitors to our ecclesia are invited to lunch by someone. He suggested that someone have the role of ensuring that happens. Agreed that Gordon would keep an eye on it
- James suggested when we need to recommend disfellowhip at a business meeting, we have the letter prepared ahead of time and read it at the business meeting. Also requested we ensure that there isn’t anything else going on the weekend that the business meeting is scheduled for so that people can attend.
  - Brad added that we need to remember to read our principles and practices letter

Next meeting is 11/13/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 01/08/20

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:50pm

Donations

Thank you for supporting the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

You can mail your donation at any time to:

Bro. David Clubb
2429 Saint Clair Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93063

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October 23, 2019 By Jeff

Donations

Thank you for supporting the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

You can mail your donation at any time to:

Bro. David Clubb
2429 Saint Clair Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93063

Donations

Thank you for supporting the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

You can mail your donation at any time to:

Bro. David Clubb
2429 Saint Clair Avenue
Simi Valley, CA 93063

09/15/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 09/15/19.

Brother Ken Sommerville opened in prayer at 1:30 pm

Brother Doug Hawthorne read 2nd Kings 22

30 Brothers and Sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon read the minutes of the previous business meeting

– Minutes were unanimously approved

Financial report was presented by David Clubb

– we had a loss this year so far

– ecclesia costs about $12,000 per month to operate. That’s about $100 per member per month

– reviewed a breakdown if the various expenses for equipment, maintenance, fronting the money for brothers and sisters weekends (repaid after the events)

– total in the checking account: $31,210

The agenda was confirmed and approved with one additional discussion for feedback on the minutes meditation

– Also agreed to send ecclesial responsibilities list to the ecclesia

Discussed with the ecclesia Mark Kelso. Updated the ecclesia that Mark is divorcing Robin. Robin does not want to be divorced. Mark is dating someone else and is leaving Robin for her. He has been attending a different church. The board is recommending that we disfellowship Mark. That recommendation was seconded. The ecclesia discussed.

Vote:

20 for

3 against

3 abstain

The last three AB meeting minutes were read and approved

Janee Blanchard agreed to help find open dates for the Sunday School program

Agreed to ensure that Bible class night changes are announced the Sunday before.

Patty gets the glad tidings in the back and when they get old they are sent out to contacts

Patty will run a food drive at the holidays

Brother Andrew Styles closed in prayer at 3pm

2019 Minutes

Protected: 09/15/19 – Business Meeting

09/15/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 09/15/19.

Brother Ken Sommerville opened in prayer at 1:30 pm

Brother Doug Hawthorne read 2nd Kings 22

30 Brothers and Sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon read the minutes of the previous business meeting

– Minutes were unanimously approved

Financial report was presented by David Clubb

– we had a loss this year so far

– ecclesia costs about $12,000 per month to operate. That’s about $100 per member per month

– reviewed a breakdown if the various expenses for equipment, maintenance, fronting the money for brothers and sisters weekends (repaid after the events)

– total in the checking account: $31,210

The agenda was confirmed and approved with one additional discussion for feedback on the minutes meditation

– Also agreed to send ecclesial responsibilities list to the ecclesia

Vote:

20 for

3 against

3 abstain

The last three AB meeting minutes were read and approved

Janee Blanchard agreed to help find open dates for the Sunday School program

Agreed to ensure that Bible class night changes are announced the Sunday before.

Patty gets the glad tidings in the back and when they get old they are sent out to contacts

Patty will run a food drive at the holidays

Brother Andrew Styles closed in prayer at 3pm

2019 Minutes

09/11/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 09/11/19.

Brethren James Walker, Erik Sternad, David Clubb, Jim Styles, Ken Sommerville, Jim Olguin, Jeff Gelineau and Gordon Hensley were present. Brother Brad Styles was connected by phone.
Jeff Gelineau opened in prayer at 7:34pm
Psalm 96 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for August with a balance of $31,210. Discussed making an announcement on the business meeting and on the following Sunday to remind the ecclesia about the expense of running the ecclesia. Also discussed announcing a special collection with a bag being passed.

OLD BUSINESS

MUSIC DAY
- Gordon followed up with Levi G to ask a few questions about the music day that the board had at the last meeting. All people coming are members in good standing at amended ecclesias and memorial service will still follow the normal agenda with some added music and a theme on praise.
- BACKYARD
  - Jeff is planning on starting a Fundraiser for the backyard project in January

NEW BUSINESS

DISCUSSED PASTORAL ISSUES
- Morgans/Abels
- Michael Jennings
- Mark Kelso – It was agreed to recommend the Ecclesia disfellowship Mark

Next meetings are 10/16/19 and 11/13/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 09/15/19

James Walker closed in prayer at 10:07pm

09/11/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 09/11/19.

Brethren James Walker, Erik Sternad, David Clubb, Jim Styles, Ken Sommerville, Jim Olguin, Jeff Gelineau and Gordon Hensley were present. Brother Brad Styles was connected by phone.
Jeff Gelineau opened in prayer at 7:34pm
Psalm 96 was read and discussed
David reviewed the financial report for August with a balance of $31,210. Discussed making an announcement on the business meeting and on the following Sunday to remind the ecclesia about the expense of running the ecclesia. Also discussed announcing a special collection with a bag being passed.

OLD BUSINESS

MUSIC DAY
- Gordon followed up with Levi G to ask a few questions about the music day that the board had at the last meeting. All people coming are members in good standing at amended ecclesias and memorial service will still follow the normal agenda with some added music and a theme on praise.
- BACKYARD
  - Jeff is planning on starting a Fundraiser for the backyard project in January

NEW BUSINESS

DISCUSSED PASTORAL ISSUES
- Morgans/Abels
- Michael Jennings
- Mark Kelso – It was agreed to recommend the Ecclesia disfellowship Mark

Next meetings are 10/16/19 and 11/13/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 09/15/19

James Walker closed in prayer at 10:07pm

2019 Minutes

Members

Secure website for Members of the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

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Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

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Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

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Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

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Secure website for Members of the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

NEW PAMPHLETS
TO SHARE!

Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

Email Jeff Gelineau if you would like something added to this page.

Members

Secure website for Members of the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

NEW PAMPHLETS TO SHARE!

Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

Email Jeff Gelineau if you would like something added to this page.

Brochures

We are glad to have new pamphlets available to help you share your understanding of God’s Word with your friends and family. Feel free to print or email as many of these as you would like. Glossy printed versions are available at the hall

Brochures

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Members

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Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

NEW PAMPHLETS TO SHARE!

Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

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Sabbath

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Mortal Soul

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Knowing God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Kingdom

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Human Suffering

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Holy Spirit

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Gospel

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Existence of God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Devil

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Baptism

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Antichrist

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Sabbath

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Mortal Soul

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Holy Spirit

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Gospel

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Knowing God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Kingdom

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Human Suffering

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Existence of God

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Devil

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Baptism

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

Antichrist

August 24, 2019 By Jeff

2019 Minutes

Protected: 08/15/19

08/15/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 08/15/19.

James Walker opened in prayer at 7:30pm
David went over financial report
- Hospitality was up due to Study Day and Food for Wednesday night classes for the summer.
- Talked about special appeal for the backyard renovation
  - Discussed making an announcement for a special announcement in November/December for an appeal for the backyard
- Discussed ways to encourage members to donate
  - Talked about making a special announcement the meeting after the next Business Meeting to reach a greater amount of members (September)
Mini Flocks/Shepards List
- Discussed Morgans Attendance/Absence
  - They are currently attending meeting
- Removing Henleys since they transferred out
- Discussed Letter to Jenny Vetkos
  - All agreed to send letter to Jenny
- Discussed Mark Kelso
- Discussed Sending a new letter to Rachel Morrow

OLD BUSINESS

MUSIC GROUP
- Eric is no longer handling the music group
TRACKING EXPENSES
- talked about putting financial commitments as action items until completed

NEW BUSINESS

SUBSIDY FOR YOUNG MARRIED PEOPLE’S WEEKEND
- $425 per couple
- Talked about covering the expenses for the couples in our Ecclesia
- Sponsoring roughly about $2500 for about 5 couples to attend
- Ask people to donate to offset the cost of the weekend
- Talked about Couples paying at least $100
- Decided to sponsor couples from Simi Hills Ecclesia and ask them to pay what they can/suggested donation
  - Decision to do this to encourage couples to go to the weekend and encourage participation
GATE FOR PARKING LOT
- 5K for gate (included making a gate in the back for a chainlink fence)
- Frequency of trespassers minimal vs. cost of gate
- Decided to wait on this for now
- Going to check for chainlink fence gate
MUSIC DAY
- Need to discuss with Levi details of the weekend
- How we can help to make it a success
- Concerns raised about those involved with the weekend

Next meetings are 09/04/19, 10/16/19 and 11/13/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 09/15/19

Dave Clubb closed in prayer at 9:18pm

2019 Minutes

Protected: 06/12/19

06/12/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 06/12/19.

Jim Olguin opened in prayer at 7:34pm
Read 1 Peter 2

Read and approved last meetings minutes

Reviewed mini-flocks and shepherds list

Reviewed Financial report for April with a total balance in the account of $35,766.25

OLD BUSINESS

Reviewed PCCBS letter confirming board members for next year

NEW BUSINESS

Jennifer attended the AB meeting to discuss upgrading our technology for the newsletter, she has a hard time sending it from gmail and there isn’t another person to be a backup. Agreed to consider options that may be available after implementation of the scheduling software. Thought about doing a blog on the simihills.org website that could text people when there is an update.
Agreed to sponsor Colby to attend Idyllwild for the balance of what he cannot afford
Jeff is working with a contractor to get quotes for the backyard
Board approved a letter to the ecclesia introducing the new displays that will replace the static message boards
Jeff presented the logo options, we will pick two for an ecclesial vote
Jim is working with Glenn to build a new rig for the camera
Agreed to keep financial commitments as an action item for review
Agreed to keep the Business meeting rules on the agenda for next AB
Agreed not to build a fence along the front of the property
Upcoming meetings are: Aug 15 – AB, Sept 4 – AB

Brad Styles closed in prayer at 9:23pm

2019 Minutes

05/19/19 – Business Meeting
05/15/19
04/10/19
03/13/19
02/13/19
01/09/19
01/20/19 – Business Meeting

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05/19/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 05/19/19.

Brother Erik Sternad opened in prayer at 1:15pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Isaiah 9

22 Brothers and Sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon read the minutes of the previous business meeting

– Minutes were unanimously approved

Financial report for 2019 as of the end of April was reviewed by David Clubb. Total balance of $48,493 in the checking account.

– Dave noted the parking lot was resurfaced and the broken water pipes were special expenses this year

– noted the appeals from the brotherhood and that one of appeals will no longer being needed

– noted the purchase of a scheduling software

– financial report was approved unanimously

Agenda was approved with an additional item of discussion for the noise level during the service

Discussed how it’s working standing up when the music starts playing. Approved with no members opposed to keep it as

Discussed noise level during the 10 minutes prior to meeting and during meeting.

– noted that moving snacks into the kitchen at 10 til will help

– noted that ending Sunday School on time is really helpful because fellowship time is important

– suggested that the president make an announcement at 10 til to come in

– suggested mic-ing the piano during the prelude

– discussed bringing noisy toys and snacks into the Hall

– also discussed that excessive movement can also be distracting

– we could move the meditation time to within the service

– suggested a reminder in the newsletter to bring quiet things to do in meeting

– motion to add a task for the president to remind the ecclesia to begin moving into the Hall at 10 til and to add a two to three minute meditation between saying good morning and calling on the recording brother for announcements.

– motion was seconded and approved with one opposed and the remainder in favor

– agreed that the snack idea will be implemented by the hospitality committee

Introduced a fellowship letter by reviewing the principles and process for discussing fellowship issues with the group.

The board proposed that the ecclesia send Jenny Vetkos a letter acknowledging that she has withdrawn from fellowship with us through lack of regular attendance.

– the ecclesia discussed at some length

– the motion to approve the board customizing a letter to Jenny to acknowledge that she had removed herself from fellowship was approved with two opposed and the remainder in favor

Gordon read the AB meeting minutes for AB meetings between the last business meeting and this one.

– the minutes were approved as read unanimously

During Sunday School report:

– Asked to make sure birthdays happen each week because the children

– asked to make sure we end on time

During library report:

– Jason announced that he and Ruth are interested in transitioning or if being librarian and are looking for someone willing

During cyc report:

– cyc reported that things are going well. Special thanks to Dean and Nancy, Mike and Renee, and Jeff and Kellie for counseling and for hosting cyc sometimes. Asked for prayers for the cyc

No other reports were given.

Agreed to add two agenda items to the next AB meeting:

– invite Jennifer to discuss newsletter and technology

– discuss fencing to keep kids out of the street

Motion to adjourn was approved unanimously

David closed in prayer at 3pm

05/19/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 05/19/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

2019 Minutes

Protected: 05/15/19

05/15/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 05/15/19.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:37 p.m.

• Isaiah 5 was read.

• The Minutes of the 04/10/19 AB Meeting was read and approved.

• A Financial Report for April was reviewed and approved with a balance of $48,493.36.

• Ecclesial Pastoral Care was reviewed for all Members.

CORRESPONDENCE

• There was no correspondence to report

OLD BUSINESS

Approved a draft of the lock up procedure for posting
Provided feedback on drafts for a new logo

NEW BUSINESS

Approved the Summer bible class schedule
Reviewed some new preaching pamphlets – agreed to order a box of the new pamphlets

NEXT MEETINGS

• The next scheduled meetings are AB Meetings on 06/12/19, 08/15/19 and 09/04/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 05/19/19.The meeting was closed with prayer by Brother James Walker at 9:30 p.m.

04/10/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 04/10/19.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Brad Styles, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin, James Walker, Ken Sommerville, Erik Sternad and Jeff Gelineau.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother David Clubb at 7:37 p.m.

• Proverbs 20 was read.

• The Minutes of the 03/13/19 AB Meeting was read and approved.

• A Financial Report for March was reviewed and approved with a balance of $52,677.43.

• Ecclesial Pastoral Care was reviewed for all Members.

CORRESPONDENCE

• There was no correspondence to report

OLD BUSINESS

Approved a draft of the lock up procedure for posting
Provided feedback on drafts for a new logo

NEW BUSINESS

Discussed a scheduling software to consolidate all the schedules we do. approved to try it for a year
Jim reported he has not figured out what’s wrong with the security cameras
Jim has pulled down the hall camera and will investigate a camera designed for streaming
Reviewed the YOC calendar and approved
Discussed installing a water line barrier to protect the water line and agreed to install a giant rock
Agreed to buy 2 new picnic tables for the outside area

NEXT MEETINGS• The next scheduled meetings are AB Meetings on 05/08/19 and 06/12/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 05/19/19.

The meeting was closed with prayer by Brother Jeff Gelineau at 8:40 p.m.

2019 Minutes

04/10/19
03/13/19
02/13/19
01/09/19
01/20/19 – Business Meeting

2019 Minutes

04/10/19
03/13/19
02/13/19
01/09/19
01/20/19 – Business Meeting

04/10/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 04/10/19.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Brad Styles, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin, James Walker, Ken Sommerville, Erik Sternad and Jeff Gelineau.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother David Clubb at 7:37 p.m.

• Proverbs 20 was read.

• The Minutes of the 12/03/13 AB Meeting was read and approved.

• A Financial Report for March was reviewed and approved with a balance of $52,677.43.

• Ecclesial Pastoral Care was reviewed for all Members.

CORRESPONDENCE

• There was no correspondence to report

OLD BUSINESS

Approved a draft of the lock up procedure for posting
Provided feedback on drafts for a new logo

NEW BUSINESS

Discussed a scheduling software to consolidate all the schedules we do. approved to try it for a year
Jim reported he has not figured out what’s wrong with the security cameras
Jim has pulled down the hall camera and will investigate a camera designed for streaming
Reviewed the YOC calendar and approved
Discussed installing a water line barrier to protect the water line and agreed to install a giant rock
Agreed to buy 2 new picnic tables for the outside area

NEXT MEETINGS• The next scheduled meetings are AB Meetings on 05/08/19 and 06/12/19, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 05/19/19.

The meeting was closed with prayer by Brother Jeff Gelineau at 8:40 p.m.

Protected: 04/10/19

04/10/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/14/14.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, Brad Styles, Gordon Hensley, Russell McLeod, James Walker, Ken Sommerville, Jim Styles and Jeff Gelineau. In addition were Brother Glenn and Sister Jennifer de Caussin.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Gordon Hensley at 7:30 p.m.

• Psalm 12 was read.

• The Minutes of the 12/03/13 AB Meeting was read and approved.

• A Financial Report for December was reviewed and approved.

• Ecclesial Pastoral Care was reviewed for all Members.

CORRESPONDENCE

• There was no correspondence to report

OLD BUSINESS

• Fellowship Discussion – After much discussion, it was agreed that Bro. Jeff would present the Fellowship Position at the January Business Meeting, with the following last sentence: “It is expected that Members only fellowship with Central Ecclesias.”

• Simi Hills Home – After having received no support from the surrounding Ecclesias, it was decided that the idea be dropped.

• Associate Membership – Pended

• New Counselor – Pended

NEW BUSINESS

• Handbook Review – Sections 10-17 – Pended

• CYC Teachers – Brother Glenn and Sister Jennifer reported that the Thousand Oaks Ecclesia has formed their own CYC, and the Reseda Ecclesia disagreed with some Brethren from Simi Hills teaching classes. It was agreed that Brad Styles and Dave Clubb attempt to meet with Brethren from Reseda to discuss this, and to try to include Brethren from Thousand Oaks to discuss why they left.

• Brother Gary Frolka – It was reported that Brother Gary has remarried to a non-believer. It was decided to discuss this at the Business Meeting to give Brethren the opportunity to attempt further contact before any action is taken.

• Class Changes – It was agreed that Brother Jeff would remind all teachers to notify him of any class topic changes, so that the correct topic may be announced.

• Tree Removal – It was agreed to remove 4 trees and trim the remaining 32 for a price of $2100.

• Activities List – Brother James Walker presented an Activities list that was approved.

NEXT MEETINGS

• The next scheduled meetings are AB Meetings on 02/18/14 and 03/18/14, with a Business Meeting scheduled for 01/19/14.

The meeting was closed with prayer by Brother Jim Styles at 9:40 p.m.

2019 Minutes

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01/20/19 – Business Meeting

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03/13/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 03/13/19.

• In attendance were Brethren Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, David Clubb, James Walker, Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Brad Styles at 7:40pm.

Read Leviticus 21

Reviewed previous minutes and approved

Reviewed the financial report for Feb with a balance of $55,585.83

Reviewed the mini-flocks and discussed members who may need assistance or attention

Reviewed the Shepherd’s list

OLD BUSINESS

NEW BUSINESS

Discussed an appeal for aid for an ecclesial member. Agreed to the immediate need to help out financially. Discussed longer term options for care.
Discussed an appeal for the Eden House, agreed to send $500
Agreed to not buy a booth this year for the street fair since it’s the same weekend as the Men’s camp out

Upcoming meetings are: Apr 10 – AB, May 8 – AB, June 12 – AB

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:20pm

2019 Minutes

03/13/19
02/13/19
01/09/19
01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Local Ecclesias

If you are in the Los Angeles area, and can’t join us… Feel free to visit one of the other local Christadelphian Ecclesias:

Los Angeles Ecclesia

Pomona Ecclesia

Reseda Ecclesia

Thousand Oaks Ecclesia

Verdugo Hills Ecclesia

Resources

We want to provide visitors with great tools and resources to assist you with your personal Bible study. Here are a few great offerings:

Online, responsive self-study guide, “The Gospel of Your Salvation”
Bible Questions and online Courses, “This Is Your Bible”
Fun and helpful Bible Quizzes to test your memory!
Recorded Hymns of Christadelphian Music
Free Bible Study Aids at Christadelphia.org
The Christadelphian magazine
Other local Christadelphian Ecclesias

Bible Reading Planner – Read the Entire Bible in a year!

Local Ecclesias

If you are in the Los Angeles area, and can’t join us… Feel free to visit one of the other local Christadelphian Ecclesias:

Los Angeles Ecclesia

Pomona Ecclesia

Reseda Ecclesia

Thousand Oaks Ecclesia

Verdugo Hills Ecclesia

Local Ecclesias

If you are in the Los Angeles area, and can’t join us… Feel free to visit one of the other local Christadelphian Ecclesias:

Los Angeles Ecclesia

Pomona Ecclesia

Reseda Ecclesia

Thousand Oaks Ecclesia

Verdugo Hills Ecclesia

Resources

We want to provide visitors with great tools and resources to assist you with your personal Bible study. Here are a few great offerings:

Online, responsive self-study guide, “The Gospel of Your Salvation”
Bible Questions and online Courses, “This Is Your Bible”
Fun and helpful Bible Quizzes to test your memory!
Recorded Hymns of Christadelphian Music
Free Bible Study Aids at Christadelphia.org
The Christadelphian magazine
Other local Christadelphian Ecclesias

Bible Reading Planner – Read the Entire Bible in a year!

Protected: 02/13/19

02/13/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/13/19.

• In attendance were Brethren Ken Sommerville, Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, James Walker, Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Erik Sternad at 7:40pm.

Read Exodus 23

Reviewed previous minutes and approved

Reviewed the financial report for January with a balance of $61,877

Reviewed the mini-flocks and discussed members who may need assistance or attention

Reviewed the Shepherd’s list

OLD BUSINESS

Agreed to nominate the three incumbents and Phil Wong to the Pacific Coast Bible School Committee
Gary Schmidt purchased a new portable propane cook top
Discussed the Hall alarm. the board is comfortable with people not setting the alarm as long as people lock up.

NEW BUSINESS

Discussed putting some large televisions in the front of the hall to use for classes. agreed to find someone who would be interested in running it.
Resurfacing the parking lot was discussed. Agreed to ask Gary Schmidt to resurface the parking lot.
CHS carnival approved
Funding CYC to rent a minivan for Sacramento conf approved

Upcoming meetings are: Mar 6 – AB, Apr 10 – AB, May 8 – AB

Jim Olguin closed in prayer at 8:50pm

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01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/20/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/20/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

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01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/20/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

2019 Minutes

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01/20/19 – Business Meeting

2019 Minutes

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01/20/19 – Business Meeting

01/20/19 – Business Meeting

Minutes of the Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 01/20/19.

Brother Jim styles Opened in prayer at 1:35pm

Brother Richard Morgan read Genesis 35

26 brothers and sisters were in attendance

Brother Gordon reviewed the minutes of the September business meeting.

– minutes approved as read

– report was approved unanimously

Agenda approved unanimously

Brother Gordon reminded everyone that we would ask people not to record or text the business meeting.

Brother Gordon read a recommendation to the Ecclesia about Chris and Beth’s engagement:

The Ecclesia discussed and approved: 15 in favor, remaining abstain

Approved Motion that the Ecclesia stand at the beginning of the music, not waiting for the prelude to end to stand. 18 in favor, remainder abstained.

Brother Gordon reviewed the 3 AB meeting minutes with the Ecclesia. The Ecclesia unanimously approved as read.

Doug reported that the CPC is active and doing recordings of the Bible reading seminar for posting on YouTube

Andrew reported that he would encourage feedback on Sunday School and is always happy to discuss.

Motion to adjourn was carried.

James closed in prayer at 2:45pm

Protected: 01/20/19 – Business Meeting

01/10/18

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board Meeting of 01/10/18.

Attendees: Jeff Gelineau, Erik Sternad, Ken Sommerville, Steve Hawthorne, Jim Olguin, Sasha Boiko, Gordon Hensley
Opening Prayer 7:35pm – Bro Brad
Read Matthew 12
Reviewed the financial report with a balance of $76,112

CORRESPONDENCE

YOC requested funding to support gatherings. Agreed to donate $1000 and tell Justin to come back to us if he needs more to get the right camp for the young people

PASTORAL

Agreed to recommend the disfellowship of Ben and Sarah Jones to the ecclesia at the next business meeting
Agreed to notify the ecclesia that we are attempting to contact Heather McDevitt to discuss her beliefs

OLD BUSINESS

Sasha updated the board on how the CYC is going. He reported he and Robin met with the head counselors to discuss improvements to the CYC and how it is structured. They got some alignment amongst the counselors for some improvements and are working to implement.
Discussed a camera system. Agreed to inform the ecclesia that the board is planning to move forward with a camera system to protect our young people
Agreed to have a parenting seminar on April 28th, Brad will inform Paul.
Jeff presented on options for the backyard. He had two contractors out who both recommended building a deck. Agreed to get quotes for the deck for full size of the backyard.
Agreed to pay the alarm bill
Agreed to have Michael play the piano beginning this year, begin reading from the platform in the summer and begin exhorting again at the beginning of next year

NEW BUSINESS

Agreed to sponsor $240 of Doreen’s Palm Springs Bible School Tuition
Agreed to have the Business Meeting on Jan 28th

Jeff Closed in Prayer at 9:30pm

01/09/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/09/19.

• In attendance were Brethren Jim Olguin, Ken Sommerville, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, James Walker, and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Jeff Gelineau at 7:30pm.

Read Psalms 19-21

Reviewed previous minutes and approved

Dave reviewed the past year’s finances and reviewed the budget

Reviewed the mini-flocks and discussed members who may need assistance or attention

Reviewed the Shepherd’s list

OLD BUSINESS

PCCARC committee will retain the existing members
Agreed on the final version of the letter regarding Chris and Beth
Dennis Beavans agreed to come to teach the study day on Phillipians

NEW BUSINESS

the Navigate by Faith youth summit (continuation of youth summit conducted at Verdugo) requested donations. Agreed to send $500 dollars.
Recieved a request from Guyana to fund a mini-van so that people can have transportation to meeting for many members (need $21,000). Agreed to send $1000 to CBMA Canada to support and check back in to see if they are able to raise the necessary funds.
Agreed Dave Clubb would continue to be Finance brother, Gordon Hensley will continue as Recording Brother and Jeff Gelineau will be the Activities brother
Agreed to pay for Matt Colby to come and speak at the Brothers weekend
Richard Morgan arranged for Dafydd Jenkins to teach Midweek class the week of the 14th, CYC after that and Sunday school & Exhortation on Sunday. The board agreed.
Discussed having a position for someone to organize aid for ecclesial members
Agreed to replace the propane cooktop
Approved the use of the hall March 23 for the CBM meeting
Approved a budget of $2K to come up with a package of new logos for the ecclesia to pick from
Jeff would like to investigate a one day “fresh start” seminar / study day to be scheduled for New Years day 2020 and report back to the board

Upcoming meetings are: Jan 20 – Bus mtg, Feb 6 – AB, Mar 6 – AB

David Clubb closed in prayer at 9:36pm

01/09/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 01/09/19.

• In attendance were Brethren Jim Olguin, Ken Sommerville, David Clubb, Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, James Walker, and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Jeff Gelineau at 7:30pm.

Read Psalms 19-21

Reviewed previous minutes and approved

Dave reviewed the past year’s finances and reviewed the budget

Reviewed the mini-flocks and discussed members who may need assistance or attention

Reviewed the Shepherd’s list

OLD BUSINESS

PCCARC committee will retain the existing members
Agreed on the final version of the letter regarding Chris and Beth
Dennis Beavans agreed to come to teach the study day on Phillipians

NEW BUSINESS

the Navigate by Faith youth summit (continuation of youth summit conducted at Verdugo) requested donations. Agreed to send $500 dollars.
Recieved a request from Guyana to fund a mini-van so that people can have transportation to meeting for many members (need $21,000). Agreed to send $1000 to CBMA Canada to support and check back in to see if they are able to raise the necessary funds.
Agreed Dave Clubb would continue to be Finance brother, Gordon Hensley will continue as Recording Brother and Jeff Gelineau will be the Activities brother
Agreed to pay for Matt Colby to come and speak at the Brothers weekend
Richard Morgan arranged for Dafydd Jenkins to teach Midweek class the week of the 14th, CYC after that and Sunday school & Exhortation on Sunday. The board agreed.
Discussed having a position for someone to organize aid for ecclesial members
Agreed to replace the propane cooktop
Approved the use of the hall March 23 for the CBM meeting
Approved a budget of $2K to come up with a package of new logos for the ecclesia to pick from
Jeff would like to investigate a one day “fresh start” seminar / study day to be scheduled for New Years day 2020 and report back to the board

Upcoming meetings are: Jan 20 – Bus mtg, Feb 6 – AB, Mar 6 – AB

David Clubb closed in prayer at 9:36pm

01/09/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/21/18.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin and Ken Sommerville.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:40pm.

• The Minutes of the January 10, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Psalm 90 & 91 were read.

• A Financial Report for January, 2018 was read and approved.

- Discussed email from longview ecclesia about breaking bread with unamended UA08
  - Gordon did not reply

- TODO: Gordon to send Jeff copy of transfer for Matt and Ruth Bittinger to Bozeman Ecclesia

- Went over Mini Flocks and updated lists

- Discussed the Abels and lack of taking emblems, Jeff had a one on one with them and let them know that when they are ready we are available to talk

- Discussed Chris Stickney and Beth Amis’ relationship
  - - Went into discussion about divorce and remarriage
  - ACTION ITEM: Will circle back to this next meeting on any action to be made

- Talked about Brennen Abel and Hannah Morgan request for money for trip to Israel
  - Decided to hold off for providing any money from the ecclesia since they are still getting donations in from other sources

- Brought Up Cameras in Ecclesia
  - - ACTION ITEM: Jim to put together package for cameras in the hall/recording
  - Jeff suggested a Nest Camera system

- Jeff presented a plan for the backyard area
  - - Jeff requested an approval of $7500 to hire and architect/engineer to draw up some plans
  - - Jeff then thought of an idea of getting a quote from a contractor to tear down the wall and build it back up
  - Board approved for Jeff to move forward to hire architect/engineer to draw up plans for the backyard

Discussed Political Activism and Christadelphians
- - Rumors that Christadelphians are registering to vote to try to enact change
- - Talked about trying to strike while the iron is hot
- - Create classes around these hot button issues (Guns, Mass Shootings, Politics, etc) and biblical relationship
    - - How Bible is relevant in today’s world climate?
    - - Discussed having 2 or 3 classes around the subject
        
        Lay foundation with first class
        
        Basis of biblical relationship with government
        
        Allow discussion towards the end
    - ACTION ITEM: Brad Styles to present first class and Eric to work on follow up classes 2nd and possible 3rd classes (Ken to sit in on both classes)
- - Approved CHS Carnival to use our hall
- - Approving Sunday School Budget for whatever needs to do
- - Discussed Simi Valley Street Fair
    - TODO: Ken to talk to Levi and Doug about if they have plans on doing the Street Fair
- - Talked about Audit
    - - Ryan Vaughn said that he would do it, but had some unexpected expenses, would like to get paid for his work, if not he would have to think about it
    - Board agreed to have Dave check with David Gadberry
      - TODO: David to talk with David Gadberry about doing an audit
- - Talked about Kids Camp
    - - Dave was under the assumption that we would annually donate to the Kids Fund each year
    - Dave will wait to see if they submit a request for money
- - Business Meeting with Lunch
    - - We had more people when there was a free lunch
    - - Some board members thought it was disruptive and took away from the importance of the meeting
    - - Discussed having 1 meeting, some members like having 3 business meetings
    - TODO: Next Business Meeting provide Lunch for everyone who attends (do this for the rest of 2018) Will revisit Lunch at Business Meetings again in 2019 to discuss
- - James brought up discussion of Bible Study Seminars
    - discussion commenced on problem of burning out teaching the seminars
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - - March 28th, 2018
  - - April 25th, 2018
  - - May 30th, 2018
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:40pm

01/09/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/21/18.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin and Ken Sommerville.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:40pm.

• The Minutes of the January 10, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Psalm 90 & 91 were read.

• A Financial Report for January, 2018 was read and approved.

- Discussed email from longview ecclesia about breaking bread with unamended UA08
  - Gordon did not reply

- TODO: Gordon to send Jeff copy of transfer for Matt and Ruth Bittinger to Bozeman Ecclesia

- Went over Mini Flocks and updated lists

- Discussed the Abels and lack of taking emblems, Jeff had a one on one with them and let them know that when they are ready we are available to talk

- Discussed Chris Stickney and Beth Amis’ relationship
  - - Went into discussion about divorce and remarriage
  - ACTION ITEM: Will circle back to this next meeting on any action to be made

- Talked about Brennen Abel and Hannah Morgan request for money for trip to Israel
  - Decided to hold off for providing any money from the ecclesia since they are still getting donations in from other sources

- Brought Up Cameras in Ecclesia
  - - ACTION ITEM: Jim to put together package for cameras in the hall/recording
  - Jeff suggested a Nest Camera system

- Jeff presented a plan for the backyard area
  - - Jeff requested an approval of $7500 to hire and architect/engineer to draw up some plans
  - - Jeff then thought of an idea of getting a quote from a contractor to tear down the wall and build it back up
  - Board approved for Jeff to move forward to hire architect/engineer to draw up plans for the backyard

Discussed Political Activism and Christadelphians
- - Rumors that Christadelphians are registering to vote to try to enact change
- - Talked about trying to strike while the iron is hot
- - Create classes around these hot button issues (Guns, Mass Shootings, Politics, etc) and biblical relationship
    - - How Bible is relevant in today’s world climate?
    - - Discussed having 2 or 3 classes around the subject
        
        Lay foundation with first class
        
        Basis of biblical relationship with government
        
        Allow discussion towards the end
    - ACTION ITEM: Brad Styles to present first class and Eric to work on follow up classes 2nd and possible 3rd classes (Ken to sit in on both classes)
- - Approved CHS Carnival to use our hall
- - Approving Sunday School Budget for whatever needs to do
- - Discussed Simi Valley Street Fair
    - TODO: Ken to talk to Levi and Doug about if they have plans on doing the Street Fair
- - Talked about Audit
    - - Ryan Vaughn said that he would do it, but had some unexpected expenses, would like to get paid for his work, if not he would have to think about it
    - Board agreed to have Dave check with David Gadberry
      - TODO: David to talk with David Gadberry about doing an audit
- - Talked about Kids Camp
    - - Dave was under the assumption that we would annually donate to the Kids Fund each year
    - Dave will wait to see if they submit a request for money
- - Business Meeting with Lunch
    - - We had more people when there was a free lunch
    - - Some board members thought it was disruptive and took away from the importance of the meeting
    - - Discussed having 1 meeting, some members like having 3 business meetings
    - TODO: Next Business Meeting provide Lunch for everyone who attends (do this for the rest of 2018) Will revisit Lunch at Business Meetings again in 2019 to discuss
- - James brought up discussion of Bible Study Seminars
    - discussion commenced on problem of burning out teaching the seminars
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - - March 28th, 2018
  - - April 25th, 2018
  - - May 30th, 2018
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:40pm

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01/09/19

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/21/18.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin and Ken Sommerville.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:40pm.

• The Minutes of the January 10, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Psalm 90 & 91 were read.

• A Financial Report for January, 2018 was read and approved.

- Discussed email from longview ecclesia about breaking bread with unamended UA08
  - Gordon did not reply

- TODO: Gordon to send Jeff copy of transfer for Matt and Ruth Bittinger to Bozeman Ecclesia

- Went over Mini Flocks and updated lists

- Discussed the Abels and lack of taking emblems, Jeff had a one on one with them and let them know that when they are ready we are available to talk

- Discussed Chris Stickney and Beth Amis’ relationship
  - - Went into discussion about divorce and remarriage
  - ACTION ITEM: Will circle back to this next meeting on any action to be made

- Talked about Brennen Abel and Hannah Morgan request for money for trip to Israel
  - Decided to hold off for providing any money from the ecclesia since they are still getting donations in from other sources

- Brought Up Cameras in Ecclesia
  - - ACTION ITEM: Jim to put together package for cameras in the hall/recording
  - Jeff suggested a Nest Camera system

- Jeff presented a plan for the backyard area
  - - Jeff requested an approval of $7500 to hire and architect/engineer to draw up some plans
  - - Jeff then thought of an idea of getting a quote from a contractor to tear down the wall and build it back up
  - Board approved for Jeff to move forward to hire architect/engineer to draw up plans for the backyard

Discussed Political Activism and Christadelphians
- - Rumors that Christadelphians are registering to vote to try to enact change
- - Talked about trying to strike while the iron is hot
- - Create classes around these hot button issues (Guns, Mass Shootings, Politics, etc) and biblical relationship
    - - How Bible is relevant in today’s world climate?
    - - Discussed having 2 or 3 classes around the subject
        
        Lay foundation with first class
        
        Basis of biblical relationship with government
        
        Allow discussion towards the end
    - ACTION ITEM: Brad Styles to present first class and Eric to work on follow up classes 2nd and possible 3rd classes (Ken to sit in on both classes)
- - Approved CHS Carnival to use our hall
- - Approving Sunday School Budget for whatever needs to do
- - Discussed Simi Valley Street Fair
    - TODO: Ken to talk to Levi and Doug about if they have plans on doing the Street Fair
- - Talked about Audit
    - - Ryan Vaughn said that he would do it, but had some unexpected expenses, would like to get paid for his work, if not he would have to think about it
    - Board agreed to have Dave check with David Gadberry
      - TODO: David to talk with David Gadberry about doing an audit
- - Talked about Kids Camp
    - - Dave was under the assumption that we would annually donate to the Kids Fund each year
    - Dave will wait to see if they submit a request for money
- - Business Meeting with Lunch
    - - We had more people when there was a free lunch
    - - Some board members thought it was disruptive and took away from the importance of the meeting
    - - Discussed having 1 meeting, some members like having 3 business meetings
    - TODO: Next Business Meeting provide Lunch for everyone who attends (do this for the rest of 2018) Will revisit Lunch at Business Meetings again in 2019 to discuss
- - James brought up discussion of Bible Study Seminars
    - discussion commenced on problem of burning out teaching the seminars
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - - March 28th, 2018
  - - April 25th, 2018
  - - May 30th, 2018
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:40pm

2019 Bible Reading Planner

December 14, 2018 By Jeff

2019 Bible Reading Planner

Audio & Video

Our Brethren take turns preparing words of exhortation and encouragement every Sunday. These talks are archived by year.

AUDIO

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006

Check out the Special Lectures and Study Days

VIDEO

Full Memorial Services are recorded for your use and enjoyment:

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015

EFFECTIVE 08/01/18 BOTH AUDIO AND VIDEO HAVE BEEN COMBINED HERE

2018 Audio

Effective 07/01/18 all of our Services are available HERE

2018-06-24-Oniel Levy.mp3
06/24/18 – 22:26 – 31.2 MB
2018-06-17-Justin Henley.mp3
06/17/18 – 21:08 – 29.4 MB
2018-06-10-Nathan Styles.mp3
06/10/18 – 17:40 – 24.7 MB
2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 19:24 – 27.1 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 25:01 – 34.8 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/13/18 – 45:52 – 63.2 MB
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Video

Effective 10/01/18 – All of our services are available HERE
09/30/18 – Jim Olguin
09/23/18 – Richard Morgan
09/16/18 – Unavailable
09/09/18 – Andrew Styles
09/02/18 – Unavailable
08/26/18 – Unavailable
08/19/18 – Unavailable
08/12/18 – Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley
08/05/18 – Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles
07/29/18 – The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

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Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM.

Welcome

The SIMI HILLS CHRISTADELPHIAN ECCLESIA in Simi Valley, California is a member of a worldwide body of Bible Students.

We specifically believe and teach solely what the Bible says. Although we believe that what the Bible actually says frequently differs from what the majority of the world’s churches teach.

Our beliefs are summarized in the Christadelphian Statement of Faith.

We offer several Bible Classes that you may be interested in.

Memorial Service Now Available on LIVESTREAM:

LIVESTREAM

Our Memorial Service is streamed live every Sunday at 11:00 am PST. (10:00 am in the Summer.)

Click below to follow the link to our service provider, livestream.com, and click on the Live Service at that time. You can also find previous services there.

LIVESTREAM

Our Memorial Service is streamed live every Sunday at 11:00 am PST. (10:00 am in the Summer.)

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November 20, 2018 By Jeff

LIVESTREAM

Our Memorial Service is streamed live every Sunday at 11:00 am PST. (10:00 am in the Summer.) NOTE: We are on the Summer Schedule from May 3, 2020 until September 6, 2020.

Click below to follow the link to our service provider, livestream.com. The video will only appear once the service starts, and will only be available during the duration of the service.

Previous services also appear at this address in reverse chronological order.

LIVESTREAM

Our Memorial Service is streamed live every Sunday at 11:00 am PST. (10:00 am in the Summer.)

Click below to follow the link to our service provider, livestream.com, and click on the Live Service at that time.

Simi Hills Member Handbook

We’ve prepared this handbook for your convenience in understanding how the
Simi Hills Ecclesia is organized and operates.

We all understand that these rules are made by mortal men, and are subject to our weakness. We look to our Heavenly Father and his word for guidance in all that we do, and strive to serve him by living in loving unity with our Brothers and Sisters. It is to this purpose that we all attempt to subject our wills to the will of the group, and thus provide our reasonable service. The guidelines provided in this handbook are established to help us all achieve the goal of walking together until our Lord returns.

Ecclesial Position Regarding Marriage & Divorce
Reprint of Book: The Lord Hateth Putting Away

Download Handbook in PDF

Christadelphian Statement of Faith
Commandments of Christ
Doctrines to be Rejected

2017 Simi Hills Member Handbook

November 16, 2018 By Jeff

2017 Simi Hills Member Handbook

2018 Minutes

Protected: 11/14/18

11/14/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, Jim Olguin, Dave Clubb & Brad Styles

Gordon Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Hosea 11

FINANCES

Reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $67,000

PASTORAL

Gordon lead a review of fellowship issues.

OLD BUSINESS

James confirmed Dennis Bevans can come and speak to us at our 2019 study day. He will send us three topics to choose from
Gordon sent letters to Brad & Sarah DeCaussin and Majid Ojani recognizing that they have removed themselves from fellowship
Agreed to discuss our desire to talk to Rachel Morrow with her “home” ecclesia in Houston. We will discuss the right person to reach out to her to see if there is anything we can do to help her come back to meeting
Discussed Nathaniel and Rebekah Abel’s and agreed that Brad would talk to them
Recommend buying a new drinking fountain that will have a water bottle filling station as well for up to $1000
Dave Rakich agreed to be on the top of the list for calls when the alarm goes off. Gordon will call the alarm company to remove Doug from the list. We will discuss this again when the cameras are installed.
Reviewed and approved a proposal for a statement to be read about our ecclesias position on Chris and Beth’s upcoming marriage:
- Chris Stickney and Beth Amis, after much prayer and consideration, have informed the Arranging Board that they have decided to marry. The Arranging Board have been working with them and giving this a great deal of discussion and study over the past year. In light of the approach and attitudes of those involved and the scriptural principles, the Board has decided to recommend that no action needs to be taken other than as prescribed by our constitution. Our constitution states that Chris will no longer being eligible to serve as a Presiding Brother or Arranging Brother.
  
  We all know that God hates divorce and we feel it’s important for everyone to remember that our Ecclesia’s decision to remain in fellowship with Chris and Beth should not be viewed as approval for divorce or remarriage.

NEW BUSINESS

CBMA requested a vote for 4 members. Agreed to vote for Dennis Beavans, and the three incumbents, Erik Hawthorne, Phil Snowblen and Dan Styles
Reviewed the request from Pomona to help Robert Devine cover his medical expenses for his son (roughly $15,000/year for 2 years). Agreed to send $250 to Pomona once a month to support the medical expenses for 2019. Agreed to ask Pomona to keep us posted on how things are going.
Approved a 6 – 8 year old class for Thursday night. Jason & Ruth are organizing

Next meetings: AB 1/9/19, 2/6/19, 3/6/19, business meeting 1/20/19

James closed in prayer at 9:46pm

2018 Minutes

Protected: 10/10/18

10/10/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jeff Gelineau, Jim Olguin & Brad Styles

Gordon Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Ezekiel 36

FINANCES

Reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $65,146

PASTORAL

Gordon reported that he sent letters acknowledging that Jane Jones and Dan Strizich are no longer in fellowship.

OLD BUSINESS

Chris and Beth reported to us that they have prayerfully come to the decision to get married. They don’t have definite plans yet but would like to have an informal meeting for family and close friends. They are willing to talk to us as a group in the future if we want. We agreed that we would ask Jeff to draft what we would like to say to the ecclesia at the January business meeting for review at the next AB meeting.
Discussed the plans Jeff had been looking into for the backyard. He is still going to review the plans to see how far back our property goes.
Jim Olguin will buy the camera system and arrange for installation. He will work with Nathaniel Abel to get it installed.
Jeff will update the update to the new brother’s roles that was approved at the last business meeting
- All Brothers are eligible to pray and exhort during memorial service 6 months after being baptized. Brothers will be asked for all other service at the discretion of the brother responsible for organizing or facilitating the function at which that service will be performed. Presiding and public lecturing brethren shall be selected in accordance with the same criteria for Arranging Brothers (clause 19). Visiting speakers should be on their home ecclesias speaking list and in good standing.
Brad will ask Bryan Styles if he is willing to do our study day in early June 2021
James reported Levi is working on scheduling a prophecy study day
James reported that the election planning is going well
Got an update on the CBMA committee nominations. We are still reaching out to people to see if they are willing to accept nominations

NEW BUSINESS

Pan de Vida is a study week for young people that is being scheduled in Colorado. The young people get trained in preaching and then go to the Caribean and South America and preach. Jeff asked that the ecclesia accept the donations and manage the money for Pan de Vida. Agreed that it sounds like a good idea but would consult with Dave Clubb prior to agreeing.

Next meetings: AB 11/14, AB 1/9/19, business meeting 1/20/19

Jim closed in prayer at 9:20pm

2018 Minutes

2018 Video

10/07/18 – Glenn de Caussin
09/30/18 – Jim Olguin
09/23/18 – Richard Morgan
09/16/18 – Unavailable
09/09/18 – Andrew Styles
09/02/18 – Unavailable
08/26/18 – Unavailable
08/19/18 – Unavailable
08/12/18 – Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley
08/05/18 – Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles
07/29/18 – The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

10-07-18 Memorial Service – Glenn de Caussin

Glenn de Caussin

10-07-18 Memorial Service – Glenn de Caussin

Glenn de Caussin

09-30-18 Memorial Service – Jim Olguin

Jim Olguin

09-30-18 Memorial Service – Jim Olguin

Jim Olguin

09-23-18 Memorial Service – Part 2

Richard Morgan – Part 2

09-23-18 Memorial Service – Part 2

Richard Morgan – Part 2

09-23-18 Memorial Service

Richard Morgan

09-23-18 Memorial Service

Richard Morgan

09-09-18 Memorial Service

Andrew Styles

09-09-18 Memorial Service

Andrew Styles

2018 Video

10/07/18 –
09/30/18 –
09/23/18 –
09/16/18 –
09/09/18 – Andrew Styles
09/02/18 – Unavailable
08/26/18 – Unavailable
08/19/18 – Unavailable
08/12/18 – Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley
08/05/18 – Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles
07/29/18 – The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

Revised 10-Week Seminar Downloads

Student Handbook PDF

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

NEW – Student Handbook PDF – Without Genesis

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing – (Please note that page 85 does have color, but only needs to be printed in Black and White, so is included in that section.)
Color Pages – For Printing – (Please note that both the B/W and Color need to be printed two sided, therefore these color pages have B/W pages attached to them.)
Cover Page – For Printing – (Please note that this is an EXTRA page so that you can print this one on regular paper, so that it is not three-hole punch paper.)

PowerPoint Slides

Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten

Revised 10-Week Seminar Downloads

Student Handbook PDF

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

NEW – Student Handbook PDF – Without Genesis

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing – (Please note that page 85 does have color, but only needs to be printed in Black and White, so is included in that section.)
Color Pages – For Printing – (Please note that both the B/W and Color need to be printed two sided, therefore these color pages have B/W pages attached to them.)
Cover Page – For Printing – (Please note that this is an EXTRA page so that you can print this one on regular paper, so that it is not three-hole

PowerPoint Slides

Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten

Revised 10-Week Seminar Downloads

Student Handbook PDF

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

NEW – Student Handbook PDF – Without Genesis

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

PowerPoint Slides

Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten

Learn-To-Read-The-Bible-Effectively-Seminar

September 11, 2018 By Jeff

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis – Color

September 11, 2018 By Jeff

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis - Color

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis – Black White

September 11, 2018 By Jeff

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis - Black White

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook Cover

September 11, 2018 By Jeff

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook Cover

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis

September 11, 2018 By Jeff

2018 10 Week LTRTBE Notebook without Genesis

Revised 10-Week Seminar Downloads

Student Handbook PDF

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

Student Handbook PDF – Without Genesis

Entire Notebook
Black and White Pages – For Printing
Color Pages – For Printing
Cover Page – For Printing

PowerPoint Slides

Week One
Week Two
Week Three
Week Four
Week Five
Week Six
Week Seven
Week Eight
Week Nine
Week Ten

2018 Minutes

Protected: 09/05/18

09/05/18

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb, Jim Olguin & Brad Styles

Erik Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read II Kings 10:15

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $60,609
Discussed Power generation with gas turbines, Erik agreed to check into it

PASTORAL

Gordon sent letters to Sam, Jessica, Mark and Wendy Wrenn acknowledging they have removed themselves from fellowship and encouraging them to return

NEW BUSINESS

Final quote for the cameras has been submitted for review by Jim for $3713.90. Erik and Jim will present the Camera system to the ecclesia to remind everyone of the purpose and benefit
- Specs: 150 hours of recording (expected to be roughly 1 month of footage, expandable up to 4X that amount), proposed camera locations are: Lobby, Nursery, Kitchen, Library, Hebron, Galilee, backroom (X2), side building (X2), backyard (X2), front parking lot (X2). System housed in the library. Motion activated. Agreed to ask Nathaniel Abel to install it (rough quote was ~$100 per camera), Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we get the camera system and split the cost of the system with the school.
The CBM is having an election, the existing brethren up for re-election are willing to serve again. Agreed to nominate Dennis Beavans

OLD BUSINESS

Gordon will make the ecclesia aware of a proposed update to the constitution so they have time to consider it prior to voting on the change next year:
- Clause 22: “All Brothers are eligible to read immediately after being baptized and to pray and exhort during memorial service 6 months after being baptized. Brethren will be asked for all other service at the discretion of the brother responsible for organizing or facilitating the function at which that service will be performed. Presiding and public lecturing brethren shall be selected in accordance with the same criteria for Arranging Brothers (clause 19). Visiting speakers should be on their home ecclesias speaking list and in good standing.”
James Walker updated the AB on elections
- Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we approve that the 2 year term be extended for this election period and voted on for official integration into the constitution at the January business meeting
Agreed to ask Levi to ask Jon Billington to come out in December (at the conclusion of the seminars) and do another prophecy study day as a follow up to the seminars
for the Study Day in June (either June 1st or June 8th), we agreed to ask Bryan Styles, then Steve Davis, then Dennis Beavans, then David Levin, then Stan Isbell, then John Launchberry
Future dates of meetings are AB 10/10, AB 11/14

Jeff closed in prayer at 10:20pm

2018 Video

08/12/18 – Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley
08/05/18 – Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles
07/29/18 – The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

08/12/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
08/05/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
07/29/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

08-12-18 Memorial Service

Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley

08-12-18 Memorial Service

Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley

08-05-18 Memorial Service

Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles

08-05-18 Memorial Service

Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles

07-29-18 Memorial Service

The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews

07-29-18 Memorial Service

The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews

2018 Minutes

08/02/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 8/02/18.

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb & Brad Styles

Brad Opened in prayer at 7:35pm
Read Jer 23

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $68,468

PASTORAL

Discussed Lance and agreed Erik would reach out
Agreed to encourage Russell and Tricia to transfer membership to Las Vegas
Agreed to encourage Vaughn Smith to transfer to an ecclesia near where he is staying

NEW BUSINESS

Jason asked for permission to put one set of 6 lockers on the outside (secured to the east wall) of the hall to test out for the new school year. Eventual plan would be to have 18 total. Board approved.
Idyllwild Bible School has offered us a refund for the 4 people we sponsored to attend. Agreed to hold 2 of the amounts to next year and donate the other 2.
Gardener asked for a raise (currently $350/month for 3 Saturdays a month for about 2 hours each visit), Agreed to give Gary a budget of $400 to determine what to do.
Discussed how to express our gratitude for the use of the next door parking lot and the across the street folder. Agreed Gordon would send a letter to express our thanks.
Agreed to have a standard budget of $300 for ecclesial showers with Hospitality able to approve overages
Brad got feedback on his proposal for clause 22 and agreed to update

OLD BUSINESS

Jim and Jason presented a camera option. Specs: 150 hours of recording (expected to be roughly 1 month of footage, expandable up to 4X that amount), proposed camera locations are: Lobby, Nursery, Kitchen, Library, Hebron, Galilee, backroom (X2), side building (X2), backyard (X2), front parking lot (X2). System housed in the library. Motion activated. Agreed to ask Nathaniel Abel to install it (rough quote was ~$100 per camera), Agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we get the camera system and split the cost of the system with the school.
Ken reviewed the PCCARC communication with the AB.
Jeff is working with Gary P. to help young people be more involved and help pick visiting speakers
Future dates of meetings are AB 9/5, AB 10/10, AB 11/14

Jeff closed in prayer at 10:12pm

Protected: 08/02/18

2018 Video

06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

06-24-18 Memorial Service

Which Way Are You Looking? – Oniel Levy

06-24-18 Memorial Service

Which Way Are You Looking? – Oniel Levy

06-17-18 Memorial Service

Talents – Justin Henley

06-17-18 Memorial Service

Talents – Justin Henley

2018 Video

06/24/18 – Which Way are You Going? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Audio

2018-06-24-Oniel Levy.mp3
06/24/18 – 22:26 – 31.2 MB
2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-06-10-Nathan Styles.mp3
06/10/18 – 17:40 – 24.7 MB
2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 19:24 – 27.1 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 25:01 – 34.8 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/13/18 – 45:52 – 63.2 MB
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

06-27-18 AB Meeting

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb & Brad Styles

Jeff Opened in prayer at 7:30pm
Read Isa 52

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $60,671
David will look into the hospitality and program expenses since it is higher than last year by quite a bit

PASTORAL

Reviewed Ecclesial list and discussed some members

NEW BUSINESS

Reviewed and discussed Unity effort in the midwest

OLD BUSINESS

Jeff reported that he started a Vimeo account and is working with Jim to trial run live streaming
Clarified that “open invitation” stipulation for using the hall does not include children and was intended to include the Simi Hills members (not all local ecclesias)
Jeff updated the AB on the backyard project. overall costs is looking to be in the neighborhood $175K if we include a deck ($40K for an architect, civil engineer and structural engineer) plus another roughly $125K for the project (wall demo, grading, deck building and playground equipment). Agreed to look further into how far back the property line goes to re-evaluate the option of just grading with no deck.
Approved Michael J. beginning to read from the platform again
Combined CYC checking account will be closed since the fees roughly equal the regular collection. The combined CYC money will be stored in the Simi Hills checking account and tracked on a spreadsheet.
Jeff agreed to meet the alarm people at the hall since the fire alarm would turn off
Workers compensation insurance will go up to cover gardeners and hall cleaners, the AB approved
AB approved tree trimming and removal of the tree behind the shed for $2800
discussed criteria for time after baptism to serve (e.g. pray, read, exhort, etc)
Jeff G will discuss with Gary P about working together to design the speaking / serving schedule with intent to provide young brothers more opportunities and prepare some ideas around how to create synergies
Discussed music and agreed Erik would brainstorm with the musical folks and come up with some ideas of how to better utilize their talents to serve the ecclesia
Future dates of meetings are AB 9/5, AB 10/10

Erik closed in prayer at 9:04pm

06-27-18 AB Meeting

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, David Clubb & Brad Styles

Jeff Opened in prayer at 7:30pm
Read Isa 52

FINANCES

David reviewed the Financial report with a balance of $60,671
David will look into the hospitality and program expenses since it is higher than last year by quite a bit

PASTORAL

Reviewed Ecclesial list and discussed some members

NEW BUSINESS

Reviewed and discussed Unity effort in the midwest

OLD BUSINESS

Jeff reported that he started a Vimeo account and is working with Jim to trial run live streaming
Clarified that “open invitation” stipulation for using the hall does not include children and was intended to include the Simi Hills members (not all local ecclesias)
Jeff updated the AB on the backyard project. overall costs is looking to be in the neighborhood $175K if we include a deck ($40K for an architect, civil engineer and structural engineer) plus another roughly $125K for the project (wall demo, grading, deck building and playground equipment). Agreed to look further into how far back the property line goes to re-evaluate the option of just grading with no deck.
Approved Michael J. beginning to read from the platform again
Combined CYC checking account will be closed since the fees roughly equal the regular collection. The combined CYC money will be stored in the Simi Hills checking account and tracked on a spreadsheet.
Jeff agreed to meet the alarm people at the hall since the fire alarm would turn off
Workers compensation insurance will go up to cover gardeners and hall cleaners, the AB approved
AB approved tree trimming and removal of the tree behind the shed for $2800
discussed criteria for time after baptism to serve (e.g. pray, read, exhort, etc)
Jeff G will discuss with Gary P about working together to design the speaking / serving schedule with intent to provide young brothers more opportunities and prepare some ideas around how to create synergies
Discussed music and agreed Erik would brainstorm with the musical folks and come up with some ideas of how to better utilize their talents to serve the ecclesia
Future dates of meetings are AB 9/5, AB 10/10

Erik closed in prayer at 9:04pm

2018 Audio

2018-06-10-Nathan Styles.mp3
06/10/18 – 17:40 – 24.7 MB
2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 19:24 – 27.1 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 25:01 – 34.8 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/13/18 – 45:52 – 63.2 MB
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Video

06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

06-10-18 Memorial Service

Faith and Works – Nathan Styles

06-10-18 Memorial Service

Faith and Works – Nathan Styles

Simi Hills Member Handbook

We’ve prepared this handbook for your convenience in understanding how the
Simi Hills Ecclesia is organized and operates.

Ecclesial Position Regarding Marriage & Divorce
Reprint of Book: The Lord Hateth Putting Away

Download Handbook in PDF

Christadelphian Statement of Faith
Commandments of Christ
Doctrines to be Rejected

Members

Secure website for Members of the Simi Hills Ecclesia.

Here are some helpful links and documents that you might find useful:

Simi Hills Member Handbook
Simi Hills Logos
Learn to Read the Bible Effectively Seminar Downloads
Revised 10-Week Learn to Read the Bible Effective Seminar Downloads
Gospel of Peace – Baptismal Study – Teacher Notes – Student Notes
Sample Baptismal Interview
Suggested Baptism Wording
Pre-Marital Counseling Guidelines
Word Doc – Letterhead – To customize
Presiding Guide

Simi Hills Arranging Board Page

Email Jeff Gelineau if you would like something added to this page.

2018 Video

06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

06-03-18 Memorial Service

The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker

06-03-18 Memorial Service

The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker

05-27-18 Memorial Service

Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau

05-27-18 Memorial Service

Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau

05-20-18 Memorial Service

The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville

05-20-18 Memorial Service

The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville

2018 Video

05-13-18 Memorial Service

Running on Empty – Chris Stickney

05-13-18 Memorial Service

Running on Empty – Chris Stickney

2018 Audio

2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 19:24 – 27.1 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 25:01 – 34.8 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/13/18 – 45:52 – 63.2 MB
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Audio

2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 25:57 – 36.1 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 19:24 – 27.1 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 25:01 – 34.8 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/23/18 – 45:52 – 63.2 MB
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Audio

2018-06-03-James Walker.mp3
06/03/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-05-27-Luke Gelineau.mp3
05/27/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-05-20-Ken Sommerville.mp3
05/20/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
2018-05-13-Chris Stickney.mp3
05/23/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Minutes

01/10/18
02/11/18 – Business Meeting
02/21/18
03/28/18
05/02/18
05/30/18
06/03/18 – Business Meeting

Protected: 05-30-18 AB Meeting

05-30-18 AB Meeting

Opened in prayer at 7:35pm: David Clubb

Read Isa 22

No additional discussion on last meetings minutes

The finance report was read with a balance of roughly $61,000

James Walker closed in prayer at 9:20pm

NEW BUSINESS

Agreed to vote for Forrest B, Dean D, and Ryan V. for the PCCBS committee.

Received a request for Jessica Yoshida to use the hall for a rehearsal dinner (Jan 18, 2019) and a reception (Jan 19, 2019). Agreed to send her the guidelines. If her and her fiance agree to abide by the guidelines, the board approves her request.

OLD BUSINESS

Reviewed members who we haven’t seen in a long time. Decided to propose to the ecclesia for feedback that we send letters acknowledging they are no longer in fellowship. Agreed to read the guiding principles prior to the discussion. Remind people not to record the session or take pictures.

Erik & Sharon spoke with a couple (Chris and Beth) about where they are at. They both said that they had prayerfully considered the possibility of their relationship prior to entering it. It is important to them to do the right thing before God, the right thing for their kids and the right thing for their ecclesial family.

Reviewed Mini-flocks

Agreed to set up something to show our love to Mary P. (e.g. Card Shower, etc)

Jim spoke with Jason about the needs of the school for cameras. He found out that the school really only needs about a week or two of history. He needs further discussion with Jason to determine coverage

Sunday the 24th will be a day for preparations for Alicia and Justin’s wedding

NEXT MEETINGS

June 27 AB, August 2 AB, Sept 5 AB, Sept 16 Business meeting,

ACTION ITEMS

May 30 AB mtg – Gordon will request the to the ecclesia that we send letters to everyone on the shepherds list minus (Dave and Mert, Jenny V, Jennifer Briley & Rachel M.)

May30 AB mtg – Gordon will read (or ask someone to read) the guiding principles prior to the discussion. Remind people not to record the session or take pictures.

May30AB mtg – Jeff to coordinate something to show our love to Mary P.

May30 AB mtg – Gordon to send the the guidelines for using the ecclesial hall to Jessica Yoshida

May30 AB mtg – Jim will continue to discuss with Jason about the video needs of the school

May AB mtg – Erik will speak with a couple and report back next AB meeting

May AB mtg – Jeff to continue to plan out the backyard project

Mar AB mtg – Gordon will review the exception we are making to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding with the ecclesia at the next business meeting

Mar AB mtg – Ken to discuss the street fair with Levi and Doug and provide an update to the board

Mar AB mtg – Jim to look at alternatives to the Nest camera system and discuss the needs of the school with Jason

Oct AB mtg – Gordon will add a discussion about the alarm system in January post camera installation

Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

Aug AB mtg – Gordon to add live streaming of the memorial service to next AB agenda

Protected: 05-02-18 AB Meeting

05-02-18 AB Meeting

Attendees: Gordon Hensley, Jeff Gelineau, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jim Olguin, Erik Sternad, Brad Styles

7:30pm – Erik Sternad opened in prayer

Read Isa 25

9:15pm – closed in prayer

OLD BUSINESS

Minutes from the March business meeting were read and approved

March Financial Report was unavailable

Reviewed a list of people that haven’t been attending for a long period of time and agreed to propose to the ecclesia that we send letters to them recognizing their withdrawal from fellowship.

Jim is working on setting up some time to talk to Jason about the camera system

Ken provided an update on the Wednesday vs Thursday night question, Erik will help him set up a survey on survey monkey

Discussed divorce and remarriage and how we would respond in a specific situation

NEW BUSINESS

Levi and Jess came to let us know their plans regarding attendance at Sunday morning services between Korea Town & Simi Hills with a baby on the way. It was nice to hear how things have been for them in Korea Town and look forward to God directing their paths to where they are needed.

Pacific Coast Bible School Committee is looking for nominations. Michael Jennings, Forrest Brinkerhoff and Dean DeCaussin terms are up and willing to serve another term. Came up with a list of people for Gordon to ask about their willingness to serve on the PCCBS Committee

Reviewed options for the backyard. Agreed to approve up to $10K to:

Get an Architect to plan out removal of the wall, keeping a flat section for as long as possible and then grading to code

Get an Architect to plan out a deck that would cover the graded section

show an option for as many 10′ X 10′ buildings (up to 4) as would fit aesthetically – ask school to fund this portion

Get an engineer to plan out the work

Getting an artists rendering

Propose to the ecclesia for approval and attempt to fund raise for implementation of the project

Next AB meetings: May 30th, Jun 27

ACTION ITEMS

May AB mtg – Erik will speak with a couple and report back next AB meeting

May AB mtg – Erik to help Ken put together a survey for midweek class options

May AB mtg – Jeff to continue to plan out the backyard project

Mar AB mtg – Gordon to schedule the business for May 20th, 2018

Mar AB mtg – Gordon will review the exception we are making to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding with the ecclesia at the next business meeting

Mar AB mtg – Ken to discuss the street fair with Levi and Doug and provide an update to the board

Mar AB mtg – Jim to look at alternatives to the Nest camera system and discuss the needs of the school with Jason

Mar AB mtg – Gordon to draft letter to Ben and Sarah Jones and bring to ecclesia for review at the next business meeting

Oct AB mtg – Gordon will add a discussion about the alarm system in January post camera installation

Feb AB mtg – Brad and Jeff to work together to type minutes directly on the simi hills website repository

Aug AB mtg – Gordon to add live streaming of the memorial service to next AB agenda

Protected: 06-03-18 Business Meeting

06-03-18 Business Meeting

59 brothers and sisters attended the ecclesia’s provided lunch.

Some brothers and sisters who were young, very old or not members left prior to the business meeting.

Approximately 41 brothers and sisters attended the business meeting.

Richard Morgan opened in prayer at 12pm

James Walker read 1 John 2

• Gordon Hensley read the minutes of the February business meeting. These were accepted by the ecclesia.

• Agenda was confirmed with the addition of carpet cleaning

• Brad Styles reviewed “Bible principles and practices for fellowship discussions” with the ecclesia

• There was some discussion about various members on the list.

• There was a motion that the ecclesia approve sending a letter to the brothers and sisters in the list acknowledging their withdrawal and encouraging them to return.

• The ecclesia approved the motion with zero in dissention. The approvers were not counted.

• Agreed to have the carpet cleaned in June

• Gordon reviewed the minutes of the arranging board meetings since the last business meeting. Ecclesia had no additional comments.

• Jason said the library has gotten used books for purchase.

• Brad reported that Andrew will be transitioning into the role of Sunday school superintendent.

The meeting was closed in prayer with Jason at 1pm

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2018 Audio

2018-04-22-Ryan de Caussin.mp3
04/15/18 – 21:15 – 31.0 MB
2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-25-Rodney de Caussin.mp3
03/25/18 – 30:16 – 44.0 MB
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Video

04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

04-22-18 Memorial Service

The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin

04-22-18 Memorial Service

The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin

2018 Audio

2018-04-15-Bryan Blanchard.mp3
04/15/18 – 16:15 – 22.7 MB
2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
03/25/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Video

04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

04-15-18 Memorial Service

Small Things – Bryan Blanchard

04-15-18 Memorial Service

Small Things – Bryan Blanchard

2018 Audio

2018-04-08-Jim Olguin.mp3
04/08/18 – 17:29 – 24.4 MB
04/01/18 – Unavailable
03/25/18 – Unavailable
2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Minutes

01/10/18
02/11/18 – Business Meeting
02/21/18
03/28/18

Protected: 03/28/18

03/28/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 03/28/18.

• In attendance were Brethren Gordon Hensley, Dave Clubb, Jeff Gelineau, Ken Sommerville, James Walker, Jim Olguin, and Brad Styles.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:35pm.

• The Minutes of the February 12, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Proverbs 6 was read and discussed.

• A Financial Report for February, 2018 was read and approved with a balance of $69,771.

Reviewed mini-flocks and discussed updates on a few situations
Discussed Shepherds list
- agreed to draft a letter to Ben Jones and a letter to Sarah Jones communicating that their time away from the ecclesia has separated them from us and we would very much like to have them come back to us. This letter will be reviewed and approved at the next ecclesial business meeting.
Jim reviewed camera options
- Nest Camera system is $299 per year per camera for cloud storage and is stored for 30 days. We felt this wasn’t enough time for the type of issues that might arise and would be incredibly expensive (estimating a need for 12 cameras). Jim will look at alternatives.
CYC counselor role will transition to Richard Morgan. We’re thankful to Sasha and Robin for their service over the last few years.
Discussed the parenting seminar and agreed that we would each encourage folks in the target audience to attend
Agreed to sponsor 3/4 of Colby Smith’s attendance at Idylwyld and ask that he contribute the rest
Agreed to send Justin and Alicia to Idylwyld as a wedding gift
Agreed to allow a Father/Daughter, Bride/Groom, Mother/Son slow dance at Justin and Alicia’s wedding. agreed we would request to review the playlist
Read PCCARC Letter updating us on the Unity Efforts in the Midwest
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - May 9th, 2018
  - May 20th, 2018 – Business Meeting
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Jeff Gelineau at 9:20pm

2018 Video

04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

04-08-18 Memorial Service

Greatness – Jim Olguin

04-08-18 Memorial Service

Greatness – Jim Olguin

04-01-18 Memorial Service

Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko

04-01-18 Memorial Service

Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko

Audio & Video

Our Brethren take turns preparing words of exhortation and encouragement every Sunday. These talks are archived by year.

AUDIO

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006

Check out the Special Lectures and Study Days

VIDEO

Full Memorial Services are recorded for your use and enjoyment:

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015

Audio & Video

Our Brethren take turns preparing words of exhortation and encouragement every Sunday. These talks are archived by year.

AUDIO

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006

Check out the Special Lectures and Study Days

Practice Songs for the 2017 Esther Program

VIDEO

Full Memorial Services are recorded for your use and enjoyment:

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015

2018 Audio

2018-03-18-Dean de Caussin.mp3
03/18/18 – 28:23 – 39.4 MB
03/11/18 – Unavailable
03/04/18 – Unavailable
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Unavailable
01/14/18 – Unavailable
2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/18 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2018 Video

03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

03-18-18 Memorial Service

Perfection – Dean de Caussin

03-18-18 Memorial Service

Perfection – Dean de Caussin

03-11-18 Memorial Service

Samson – Gordon Hensley

03-11-18 Memorial Service

Samson – Gordon Hensley

03-04-18 Memorial Service

The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau

03-04-18 Memorial Service

The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau

2018 Video

2018 Minutes

01/10/18
02/11/18 – Business Meeting
02/21/18

Protected: 02/21/18

02/21/18

Minutes of the Arranging Board of the Simi Hills Ecclesial Meeting on 02/21/18.

• In attendance were Brethren David Clubb, James Walker, Erik Sternad, Jeff Gelineau, Gordon Hensley, Jim Olguin and Ken Sommerville.

• The meeting was opened with prayer by Brother James Walker at 7:40pm.

• The Minutes of the January 10, 2018 AB Meeting were approved.

• Psalm 90 & 91 were read.

• A Financial Report for January, 2018 was read and approved.

Discussed email from longview ecclesia about breaking bread with unamended UA08
- Gordon did not reply
TODO: Gordon to send Jeff copy of transfer for Matt and Ruth Bittinger to Bozeman Ecclesia
Went over Mini Flocks and updated lists
Discussed the Abels and lack of taking emblems, Jeff had a one on one with them and let them know that when they are ready we are available to talk
Discussed Chris Stickney and Beth Amis’ relationship
- Went into discussion about divorce and remarriage
- ACTION ITEM: Will circle back to this next meeting on any action to be made
Talked about Brennen Abel and Hannah Morgan request for money for trip to Israel
- Decided to hold off for providing any money from the ecclesia since they are still getting donations in from other sources
Brought Up Cameras in Ecclesia
- ACTION ITEM: Jim to put together package for cameras in the hall/recording
- Jeff suggested a Nest Camera system
Jeff presented a plan for the backyard area
- Jeff requested an approval of $7500 to hire and architect/engineer to draw up some plans
- Jeff then thought of an idea of getting a quote from a contractor to tear down the wall and build it back up
- Board approved for Jeff to move forward to hire architect/engineer to draw up plans for the backyard
Discussed Political Activism and Christadelphians
- Rumors that Christadelphians are registering to vote to try to enact change
- Talked about trying to strike while the iron is hot
- Create classes around these hot button issues (Guns, Mass Shootings, Politics, etc) and biblical relationship
  - How Bible is relevant in today’s world climate?
  - Discussed having 2 or 3 classes around the subject
    - Lay foundation with first class
      - Basis of biblical relationship with government
    - Allow discussion towards the end
  - ACTION ITEM: Brad Styles to present first class and Eric to work on follow up classes 2nd and possible 3rd classes (Ken to sit in on both classes)
- Approved CHS Carnival to use our hall
- Approving Sunday School Budget for whatever needs to do
- Discussed Simi Valley Street Fair
  - TODO: Ken to talk to Levi and Doug about if they have plans on doing the Street Fair
- Talked about Audit
  - Ryan Vaughn said that he would do it, but had some unexpected expenses, would like to get paid for his work, if not he would have to think about it
  - Board agreed to have Dave check with David Gadberry
    - TODO: David to talk with David Gadberry about doing an audit
- Talked about Kids Camp
  - Dave was under the assumption that we would annually donate to the Kids Fund each year
  - Dave will wait to see if they submit a request for money
- Business Meeting with Lunch
  - We had more people when there was a free lunch
  - Some board members thought it was disruptive and took away from the importance of the meeting
  - Discussed having 1 meeting, some members like having 3 business meetings
  - TODO: Next Business Meeting provide Lunch for everyone who attends (do this for the rest of 2018) Will revisit Lunch at Business Meetings again in 2019 to discuss
- James brought up discussion of Bible Study Seminars
  - discussion commenced on problem of burning out teaching the seminars
- Next AB Meeting Dates
  - March 28th, 2018
  - April 25th, 2018
  - May 30th, 2018
  - June 27th, 2018

• Closing prayer was offered by Erik Sternad at 9:40pm

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2018 Minutes

01/10/18
02/11/18 – Business Meeting

Protected: 02-11-18 Business Meeting

02-11-18 Business Meeting

Minutes of the Business Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 02/11/18.

In attendance were approximately 35 Brothers and Sisters.

Business meeting was opened at 1:20 pm with a prayer by David Clubb.

The first portion reading, Exodus 21, was read to start off the meeting.

Gordon read the minutes from previous business meeting. Those minutes were accepted.

Doug will survey the Ecclesia about interest in doing another bible reading marathon.
Ecclesial meeting privacy.
Kat Stickney
Quotes for the backyard project.
CYC approved to use the hall.
Brad and Sarah Jones disfellowship discussion.

A 2017 financial report was reviewed and the year-end checking account balance is $76,112.68.

Discussed privacy during Ecclesial business meetings. No recording, videoing and or texting results of a business meeting agenda item. The board would like an opportunity to contact the brother or sister that was discussed during the business meeting first.

Several Sisters have had good conversions with Jenny Vetkos therefore the board decided to hold off pursing any action.

Discussed Ben and Sarah Jones:

Ben and Sarah are not attending any Ecclesia and have not attended in some time.
Ben and Sarah have divorced.
Motioned that we send a letter of disfellowship to Ben and to Sarah.
Majority approved we send a letter of disfellowship to both Ben and Sarah.

Tabled discussion on Sunday School Superintendent for a future date.

Jennifer de Caussin discussed the Sunday School refreshments:

Believes teams of 2-3 Sisters is too small to handle a group our size.
Cost to do the refreshments is a burden for some that would like to participate. The Ecclesia will reimburse those needing but some don’t feel comfortable asking the Ecclesia for reimbursement.
Expectations for the refreshments have gotten very high and it is discouraging some Sisters to participate.
Several suggestions were discussed:
- Increase the team size from 2-3 Sisters to 4.
- The Ecclesia sponsors a fixed amount each week towards the refreshments.
- Have the Ecclesia provide one item for refreshments each week such as cookies, bagels or donuts. The teams of Sisters would handle clean up only.
- Fourth option is that Jennifer will devise a new plan and let the Sisters know.

Erik discussed a camera system for the Ecclesial hall.

Erik talked about how many of the Sunday School classrooms either don’t have windows, or the windows are tinted and or covered by a curtain. Leaving the children in possibly a vulnerable situation.
The purpose of the camera is for:
- The safety of the children
- For the teachers.
- For the school.
The system would be video only. (no audio)
Footage would be reviewed and stored.
Suggested that we have a sign posted stating we are recording.

Gordon read the AB minutes from the October, November, December and January meetings. The minutes were approved.

Several committee reports were reviewed:

Patty Chelius will be asking for help on a community project.
Doug spoke, briefly, on a CPC report. The CPC are having several brethren put together 14-minute videos to be posted on the thisisyourbible.com website.

The meeting closed with a prayer.

2018 Minutes

01/10/18
02/11/18 – Business Meeting

2018 Audio

2018-01-07-Andrew-Culver.mp3
01/07/17 – 24:25 – 34.0 MB

2017 Audio

2017-12-31-Kim-Carrell.mp3
12/31/17 – 11:09 – 15.7 MB
2017-12-24-Jason-Henderson.mp3
12/24/17 – 35:30 – 49.2 MB
2017-12-17-Jason-Hensley.mp3
12/17/17 – 32:30 – 45.1 MB
2017-12-10-Levi-Gelineau.mp3
12/10/17 – 20:02 – 27.9 MB
12/03/17 – Unavailable
11/26/17 – Unavailable
2017-11-19-Mark-Amis.mp3
12/11/19 – 29:55 – 41.5 MB
2017-11-12-Peter-Brinkerhoff.mp3
11/12/17 – 25:37 – 35.6 MB
2017-11-05-Justin-Henley.mp3
11/05/17 – 23:45 – 33.1 MB
2017/10/29-Josh-Sommerville.mp3
10/29/17 – 16:02 – 22.4
2017-10-22-Eric-Pride.mp3
10/22/17 – 32:39 – 45.3 MB
10/15/17 – Unavailable
10/08/17 – Unavailable
2017-10-01-Dave-Clubb.mp3
10/01/17 – 39:05 – 54.1 MB
2017-09-24-Russ-McLeod.mp3
09/24/17 – 31:11 – 43.3 MB
2017-09-17-Jim-Olguin.mp3
09/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-09-10-James-Walker.mp3
09/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/09/03-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
09/03/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-08-27-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
08/27/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
08/20/17 – Unavailable
2017-08-13-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
08/13/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
08/06/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-30-Phil-Lawrence.mp3
07/30/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
07/23/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-16-Chris-Stickney.mp3
07/16/17 – 32:07 – 46.7 MB
07/09/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-02-Nathan-Blanchard.mp3
07/02/17 – 28:08 – 40.9 MB
06/25/17 – Unavailable
2017-06-18-Chris-Stickney.mp3
06/18/17 – 36:11 – 52.5 MB
2017-06-11-Brad-Styles.mp3
06/11/17 – 17:11 – 25.2 MB
2017-06-04-Ken-Styles.mp3
06/04/17 – 38:13 – 55.4 MB
2017-05-28-David-Clubb.mp3
05/28/17 – 28:47 – 41.8 MB
2017-05-21-Nathan-Styles.mp3
05/21/17 – 20:19 – 29.6 MB
2017-05-14-Jason-Hensley.mp3
05/14/17 – 37:48 – 54.8 MB
2017-05-07-Richard-Morgan.mp3
05/07/17 – 33:19 – 48.4 MB
2017-04-30-Ken-Sommerville.mp3
04/30/17 – 26:49 – 39.0 MB
2017-04-23-James-Walker.mp3
04/23/17 – 39:41 – 57.5 MB
2017-04-16-David-Jennings.mp3
04/16/17 – 41:05 – 59.6 MB
2017-04-09-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
04/09/17 – 19:49 – 27.6 MB
2017-04-02-Oniel-Levy.mp3
04/02/17 – 27:18 – 37.9 MB
2017-03-26-Jason-Hensley.mp3
03/26/17 – 27:46 – 38.6 MB
03/19/17 – Unavailable
2017-03-12-Alex-Boiko.mp3
03/12/17 – 27:10 – 39.5 MB
2017-03-05-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
03/05/17 – 24:37 – 35.9 MB
2017-02-26-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
02/26/17 – 29:39 – 43.1 MB
2017-02-19-Jim-Styles.mp3
02/19/17 – 34:51 – 50.6 MB
2017-02-12-Rodney-DeCaussin.mp3
02/12/17 – 23:20 – 34.0 MB
2017-02-05-Gary-Schmitt.mp3
02/05/17 – 24:31 – 34.1 MB
2017-01-29-Russell-McLeod.mp3
01/29/17 – 35:43 – 49.5 MB
2017-01-22-Dennis-Paggi.mp3
01/22/17 – 29:58 – 41.6 MB
2017-01-15-Gordon-Hensley.mp3
01/15/17 – 25:53 – 36.0 MB
2017-01-08-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
01/08/17 – 20:38 – 30.1 MB
2017-01-01-Jim-Olguin.mp3
01/01/17 – 23:27 – 34.2 MB

2017 Audio

Audio & Video

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Practice Songs for the 2017 Esther Program

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Practice Songs for the 2017 Esther Program

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01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

01/14/18 – xxx- Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

01/14/18 – xxx- Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – xxx – xxx
01/01/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

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09/30/18 – Jim Olguin
09/23/18 – Richard Morgan
09/16/18 – Unavailable
09/09/18 – Andrew Styles
09/02/18 – Unavailable
08/26/18 – Unavailable
08/19/18 – Unavailable
08/12/18 – Jesus Never Gives Up – Jason Hensley
08/05/18 – Trusting in God During Hard Times – Jim Styles
07/29/18 – The Blessing of Reconciliation – David Andrews
07/22/18 – Unavailable
07/15/18 – Unavailable
07/08/18 – Unavailable
07/01/18 – Unavailable
06/24/18 – Which Way are You Looking? – Oniel Levy
06/17/18 – Talents – Justin Henley
06/10/18 – Faith and Works – Nathan Styles
06/03/18 – The Fabric of Fellowship – James Walker
05/27/18 – Memorial Day – Luke Gelineau
05/20/18 – The Cafeteria Process – Ken Sommerville
05/13/18 – Running on Empty – Chris Stickney
05/06/18 – Unavailable
04/29/18 – Unavailable
04/22/18 – The Layers of the Law – Ryan de Caussin
04/15/18 – Small Things – Bryan Blanchard
04/08/18 – Greatness – Jim Olguin
04/01/18 – Acknowledge God – Sasha Boiko
03/25/18 – Unavailable
03/18/18 – Perfection – Dean de Caussin
03/11/18 – Samson – Gordon Hensley
03/04/18 – The Tenth Leper – Jeff Gelineau
02/25/18 – Unavailable
02/18/18 – Unavailable
02/11/18 – Unavailable
02/04/18 – Unavailable
01/28/18 – Unavailable
01/21/18 – Attitude – Sasha Boiko
01/14/18 – Who do you think I am? – David Clubb
01/07/18 – Unavailable

2018 Video

2018 Audio

Effective 07/01/18 all of our Services are available HERE

2018 Audio

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Our Brethren take turns preparing words of exhortation and encouragement every Sunday. These talks are archived by year:

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Practice Songs for the 2017 Esther Program

VIDEO

Full Memorial Services are recorded for your use and enjoyment:

2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015

01-21-18 Memorial Service

Attitude – Sasha Boiko

01-21-18 Memorial Service

Attitude – Sasha Boiko

01-14-18 Memorial Service

Who do you think I am? – David Clubb

01-14-18 Memorial Service

Who do you think I am? – David Clubb

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Simi Hills Member Handbook
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2018 Minutes

01/10/18

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01/10/18

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board Meeting of 01/10/18.

Attendees: Jeff Gelineau, Erik Sternad, Ken Sommerville, Steve Hawthorne, Jim Olguin, Sasha Boiko, Gordon Hensley
Opening Prayer 7:35pm – Bro Brad
Read Matthew 12
Reviewed the financial report with a balance of $76,112

CORRESPONDENCE

YOC requested funding to support gatherings. Agreed to donate $1000 and tell Justin to come back to us if he needs more to get the right camp for the young people

PASTORAL

Agreed to recommend the disfellowship of Ben and Sarah Jones to the ecclesia at the next business meeting
Agreed to notify the ecclesia that we are attempting to contact Heather McDevitt to discuss her beliefs

OLD BUSINESS

Sasha updated the board on how the CYC is going. He reported he and Robin met with the head counselors to discuss improvements to the CYC and how it is structured. They got some alignment amongst the counselors for some improvements and are working to implement.
Discussed a camera system. Agreed to inform the ecclesia that the board is planning to move forward with a camera system to protect our young people
Agreed to have a parenting seminar on April 28th, Brad will inform Paul.
Jeff presented on options for the backyard. He had two contractors out who both recommended building a deck. Agreed to get quotes for the deck for full size of the backyard.
Agreed to pay the alarm bill
Agreed to have Michael play the piano beginning this year, begin reading from the platform in the summer and begin exhorting again at the beginning of next year

NEW BUSINESS

Agreed to sponsor $240 of Doreen’s Palm Springs Bible School Tuition
Agreed to have the Business Meeting on Jan 28th

Jeff Closed in Prayer at 9:30pm

2018 Minutes

01/10/18

2018 Minutes

01/05/17

Protected: 01/10/18

01/10/18

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board Meeting of 01/10/18.

2018 Bible Reading Planner

December 23, 2017 By Jeff

2018 Bible Reading Planner

2017 Audio

2017-12-17-Jason-Hensley.mp3
12/17/17 – 32:30 – 45.1 MB
2017-12-10-Levi-Gelineau.mp3
12/10/17 – 20:02 – 27.9 MB
12/03/17 – Unavailable
11/26/17 – Unavailable
2017-11-19-Mark-Amis.mp3
12/11/19 – 29:55 – 41.5 MB
2017-11-12-Peter-Brinkerhoff.mp3
11/12/17 – 25:37 – 35.6 MB
2017-11-05-Justin-Henley.mp3
11/05/17 – 23:45 – 33.1 MB
2017/10/29-Josh-Sommerville.mp3
10/29/17 – 16:02 – 22.4
2017-10-22-Eric-Pride.mp3
10/22/17 – 32:39 – 45.3 MB
10/15/17 – Unavailable
10/08/17 – Unavailable
2017-10-01-Dave-Clubb.mp3
10/01/17 – 39:05 – 54.1 MB
2017-09-24-Russ-McLeod.mp3
09/24/17 – 31:11 – 43.3 MB
2017-09-17-Jim-Olguin.mp3
09/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-09-10-James-Walker.mp3
09/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/09/03-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
09/03/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-08-27-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
08/27/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
08/20/17 – Unavailable
2017-08-13-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
08/13/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
08/06/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-30-Phil-Lawrence.mp3
07/30/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
07/23/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-16-Chris-Stickney.mp3
07/16/17 – 32:07 – 46.7 MB
07/09/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-02-Nathan-Blanchard.mp3
07/02/17 – 28:08 – 40.9 MB
06/25/17 – Unavailable
2017-06-18-Chris-Stickney.mp3
06/18/17 – 36:11 – 52.5 MB
2017-06-11-Brad-Styles.mp3
06/11/17 – 17:11 – 25.2 MB
2017-06-04-Ken-Styles.mp3
06/04/17 – 38:13 – 55.4 MB
2017-05-28-David-Clubb.mp3
05/28/17 – 28:47 – 41.8 MB
2017-05-21-Nathan-Styles.mp3
05/21/17 – 20:19 – 29.6 MB
2017-05-14-Jason-Hensley.mp3
05/14/17 – 37:48 – 54.8 MB
2017-05-07-Richard-Morgan.mp3
05/07/17 – 33:19 – 48.4 MB
2017-04-30-Ken-Sommerville.mp3
04/30/17 – 26:49 – 39.0 MB
2017-04-23-James-Walker.mp3
04/23/17 – 39:41 – 57.5 MB
2017-04-16-David-Jennings.mp3
04/16/17 – 41:05 – 59.6 MB
2017-04-09-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
04/09/17 – 19:49 – 27.6 MB
2017-04-02-Oniel-Levy.mp3
04/02/17 – 27:18 – 37.9 MB
2017-03-26-Jason-Hensley.mp3
03/26/17 – 27:46 – 38.6 MB
03/19/17 – Unavailable
2017-03-12-Alex-Boiko.mp3
03/12/17 – 27:10 – 39.5 MB
2017-03-05-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
03/05/17 – 24:37 – 35.9 MB
2017-02-26-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
02/26/17 – 29:39 – 43.1 MB
2017-02-19-Jim-Styles.mp3
02/19/17 – 34:51 – 50.6 MB
2017-02-12-Rodney-DeCaussin.mp3
02/12/17 – 23:20 – 34.0 MB
2017-02-05-Gary-Schmitt.mp3
02/05/17 – 24:31 – 34.1 MB
2017-01-29-Russell-McLeod.mp3
01/29/17 – 35:43 – 49.5 MB
2017-01-22-Dennis-Paggi.mp3
01/22/17 – 29:58 – 41.6 MB
2017-01-15-Gordon-Hensley.mp3
01/15/17 – 25:53 – 36.0 MB
2017-01-08-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
01/08/17 – 20:38 – 30.1 MB
2017-01-01-Jim-Olguin.mp3
01/01/17 – 23:27 – 34.2 MB

2017 Audio

2017-12-17-Jason-Hensley.mp3
12/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-12-10-Levi-Gelineau.mp3
12/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
12/03/17 – Unavailable
11/26/17 – Unavailable
2017-11-19-Mark-Amis.mp3
12/11/19 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-11-12-Peter-Brinkerhoff.mp3
11/12/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-11-05-Justin-Henley.mp3
11/05/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/10/29-Josh-Sommerville.mp3
10/29/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-10-22-Eric-Pride.mp3
10/22/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
10/15/17 – Unavailable
10/08/17 – Unavailable
2017-10-01-Dave-Clubb.mp3
10/01/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
2017-09-24-Russ-McLeod.mp3
09/24/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
2017-09-17-Jim-Olguin.mp3
09/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-09-10-James-Walker.mp3
09/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/09/03-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
09/03/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-08-27-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
08/27/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
08/20/17 – Unavailable
2017-08-13-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
08/13/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
08/06/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-30-Phil-Lawrence.mp3
07/30/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
07/23/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-16-Chris-Stickney.mp3
07/16/17 – 32:07 – 46.7 MB
07/09/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-02-Nathan-Blanchard.mp3
07/02/17 – 28:08 – 40.9 MB
06/25/17 – Unavailable
2017-06-18-Chris-Stickney.mp3
06/18/17 – 36:11 – 52.5 MB
2017-06-11-Brad-Styles.mp3
06/11/17 – 17:11 – 25.2 MB
2017-06-04-Ken-Styles.mp3
06/04/17 – 38:13 – 55.4 MB
2017-05-28-David-Clubb.mp3
05/28/17 – 28:47 – 41.8 MB
2017-05-21-Nathan-Styles.mp3
05/21/17 – 20:19 – 29.6 MB
2017-05-14-Jason-Hensley.mp3
05/14/17 – 37:48 – 54.8 MB
2017-05-07-Richard-Morgan.mp3
05/07/17 – 33:19 – 48.4 MB
2017-04-30-Ken-Sommerville.mp3
04/30/17 – 26:49 – 39.0 MB
2017-04-23-James-Walker.mp3
04/23/17 – 39:41 – 57.5 MB
2017-04-16-David-Jennings.mp3
04/16/17 – 41:05 – 59.6 MB
2017-04-09-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
04/09/17 – 19:49 – 27.6 MB
2017-04-02-Oniel-Levy.mp3
04/02/17 – 27:18 – 37.9 MB
2017-03-26-Jason-Hensley.mp3
03/26/17 – 27:46 – 38.6 MB
03/19/17 – Unavailable
2017-03-12-Alex-Boiko.mp3
03/12/17 – 27:10 – 39.5 MB
2017-03-05-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
03/05/17 – 24:37 – 35.9 MB
2017-02-26-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
02/26/17 – 29:39 – 43.1 MB
2017-02-19-Jim-Styles.mp3
02/19/17 – 34:51 – 50.6 MB
2017-02-12-Rodney-DeCaussin.mp3
02/12/17 – 23:20 – 34.0 MB
2017-02-05-Gary-Schmitt.mp3
02/05/17 – 24:31 – 34.1 MB
2017-01-29-Russell-McLeod.mp3
01/29/17 – 35:43 – 49.5 MB
2017-01-22-Dennis-Paggi.mp3
01/22/17 – 29:58 – 41.6 MB
2017-01-15-Gordon-Hensley.mp3
01/15/17 – 25:53 – 36.0 MB
2017-01-08-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
01/08/17 – 20:38 – 30.1 MB
2017-01-01-Jim-Olguin.mp3
01/01/17 – 23:27 – 34.2 MB

2017 Audio

2017-12-17-Jim-Olguin.mp3
12/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-12-10-James-Walker.mp3
12/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/12/03-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
12/03/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-11-29-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
11/29/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
2017-11-22-Jim-Olguin.mp3
11/22/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-11-05-James-Walker.mp3
11/05/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/10/29-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
10/29/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-10-22-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
10/22/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
10/15/17 – Unavailable
10/08/17 – Unavailable
2017-10-01-Dave-Clubb.mp3
10/01/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
2017-09-24-Russ-McLeod.mp3
09/24/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
2017-09-17-Jim-Olguin.mp3
09/17/17 – 22:15 – 32.4 MB
2017-09-10-James-Walker.mp3
09/10/17 – 38:47 – 56.3 MB
2017/09/03-Sasha-Boiko.mp3
09/03/17 – 34:06 – 49.5
2017-08-27-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
08/27/17 – 22:18 – 32.5 MB
08/20/17 – Unavailable
2017-08-13-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
08/13/17 – 16:48 – 24.6 MB
08/06/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-30-Phil-Lawrence.mp3
07/30/17 – 22:55 – 32.7 MB
07/23/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-16-Chris-Stickney.mp3
07/16/17 – 32:07 – 46.7 MB
07/09/17 – Unavailable
2017-07-02-Nathan-Blanchard.mp3
07/02/17 – 28:08 – 40.9 MB
06/25/17 – Unavailable
2017-06-18-Chris-Stickney.mp3
06/18/17 – 36:11 – 52.5 MB
2017-06-11-Brad-Styles.mp3
06/11/17 – 17:11 – 25.2 MB
2017-06-04-Ken-Styles.mp3
06/04/17 – 38:13 – 55.4 MB
2017-05-28-David-Clubb.mp3
05/28/17 – 28:47 – 41.8 MB
2017-05-21-Nathan-Styles.mp3
05/21/17 – 20:19 – 29.6 MB
2017-05-14-Jason-Hensley.mp3
05/14/17 – 37:48 – 54.8 MB
2017-05-07-Richard-Morgan.mp3
05/07/17 – 33:19 – 48.4 MB
2017-04-30-Ken-Sommerville.mp3
04/30/17 – 26:49 – 39.0 MB
2017-04-23-James-Walker.mp3
04/23/17 – 39:41 – 57.5 MB
2017-04-16-David-Jennings.mp3
04/16/17 – 41:05 – 59.6 MB
2017-04-09-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
04/09/17 – 19:49 – 27.6 MB
2017-04-02-Oniel-Levy.mp3
04/02/17 – 27:18 – 37.9 MB
2017-03-26-Jason-Hensley.mp3
03/26/17 – 27:46 – 38.6 MB
03/19/17 – Unavailable
2017-03-12-Alex-Boiko.mp3
03/12/17 – 27:10 – 39.5 MB
2017-03-05-Luke-Gelineau.mp3
03/05/17 – 24:37 – 35.9 MB
2017-02-26-Doug-Hawthorne.mp3
02/26/17 – 29:39 – 43.1 MB
2017-02-19-Jim-Styles.mp3
02/19/17 – 34:51 – 50.6 MB
2017-02-12-Rodney-DeCaussin.mp3
02/12/17 – 23:20 – 34.0 MB
2017-02-05-Gary-Schmitt.mp3
02/05/17 – 24:31 – 34.1 MB
2017-01-29-Russell-McLeod.mp3
01/29/17 – 35:43 – 49.5 MB
2017-01-22-Dennis-Paggi.mp3
01/22/17 – 29:58 – 41.6 MB
2017-01-15-Gordon-Hensley.mp3
01/15/17 – 25:53 – 36.0 MB
2017-01-08-Jeff-Gelineau.mp3
01/08/17 – 20:38 – 30.1 MB
2017-01-01-Jim-Olguin.mp3
01/01/17 – 23:27 – 34.2 MB

Audio & Video

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Practice Songs for the 2017 Esther Program

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Esther Audio

Practice Audio – 2017 Esther Program

Song 1 – Title Song

Song 2 – The Banquet

Song 3 – Outward Adorning

Song 4 – Here Comes Haman

Song 5 – Problems

Song 6 – Jerusalem Town

Song 7 – Cast All My Cares Upon You

Song 8 – Haughty Haman

Song 9 – Neighbors

Song 10 – TipToe

Song 11 – Haughty Haman – Part 2

Song 12 – Get Up and Follow God

Song 13 – Lord I want to Worship You

Song 14 – A Song of Praise

Esther Audio

Practice Audio – 2017 Esther Program

Song 1 – Title Song

Song 2 – The Banquet

Song 3 – Outward Adorning

Song 4 – Here Comes Haman

Song 5 – Problems

Song 6 – Jerusalem Town

Song 7 – Cast All My Cares Upon You

Song 8 – Haughty Haman

Song 9 – Neighbors

Song 10 – TipToe

Song 11 – Haughty Haman – Part 2

Song 12 – Get Up and Follow God

Song 13 – Lord I want to Worship You

Song 14 – A Song of Praise

Samuel Audio

Practice Audio – 2020 Sunday School Program – Samuel

Esther Audio

Practice Audio – 2017 Esther Program

Song 1 – Title Song

Song 2 – The Banquet

Song 3 – Outward Adorning

Song 4 – Here Comes Haman

Song 5 – Problems

Song 6 – Jerusalem Town

Song 7 – Cast All My Cares Upon You

Song 8 – Haughty Haman

Song 9 – Neighbors

Song 10 – TipToe

Song 11 – Haughty Haman – Part 2

Song 12 – Get Up and Follow God

Song 13 – Lord I want to Worship You

Song 14 – A Song of Praise

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Seminars

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Simi Hills – Original 6-Week Seminar – Revised 10-Week Seminar

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Seminars

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Seminars

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2017 Video

11/05/17 – Compassion for My People – Justin Henley
10/29/17 – Small but Mighty Words – Josh Sommerville
10/22/17 – I Believe God for He Has Told Me – Eric Pride
10/15/17 –
10/08/17 –
10/01/17 –
09/24/17 –
09/17/17 –
09/10/17 –
09/03/17 –
08/27/17 –
08/20/17 –
08/13/17 –
08/06/17 – Service – David Cooper
07/30/17 – Rejoicing – Phil Lawrence
07/23/17 – Serenity – Kim Carrell
07/16/17 – Trust in God – Chris Stickney
07/09/17 – Examining Ourselves – Gordon Hensley
07/02/17 – Encouragement – Nathan Blanchard
06/25/17 – Knowing Jesus – Levi Gelineau
06/18/17 – Cities of Refuge – Chris Stickney
06/11/17 – 1st Peter 1 – Brad Styles
06/04/17 – A More Excellent Way – Ken Styles
05/28/17 – Christ is the Way to Salvation – David Clubb
05/21/17 – Preaching by Example – Nathan Styles
05/14/17 – Passover – Jason Hensley
05/07/17 – Spring into Action – Richard Morgan
04/30/17 – The Three Rigged Trials – Ken Sommerville
04/23/17 – I Have Seen the Lord – James Walker
04/16/17 – The Truth Shall Set You Free – David Jennings
04/09/17 – In the World but not of it – Jeff Gelineau
04/02/17 – Support Systems – Oniel Levy
03/26/17 – The Lord’s Prayer – Jason Hensley
03/19/17 – Unavailable
03/12/17 – The God of Comfort – Alex Boiko
03/05/17 – Teaching – Luke Gelineau
02/26/17 – Abraham and His Brother – Doug Hawthorne
02/19/17 – The Power of the Faith of Jesus – Jim Styles
02/12/17 – God is the Pillar – Rodney de Caussin
02/05/17 – Trusting God – Gary Schmidt
01/29/17 – Grace – Russell McLeod
01/22/17 – Awe – Dennis Paggi
01/15/17 – The Joy of Forgiveness – Gordon Hensley
01/08/17 – Freedom – Jeff Gelineau
01/01/17 – The Year of Kindness – Jim Olguin

10-29-17 Memorial Service

Small but Mighty Words – Josh Sommerville

10-29-17 Memorial Service

Small but Mighty Words – Josh Sommerville

Seminars

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2017 Minutes

Protected: 11/09/17

11/09/17

Minutes of the Simi Hills Arranging Board on November 11, 2017

Ken and Larry De Caussin gave an update on Dave De Caussin. Ken has drafted up a letter and will send to Dave De Caussin.

Reviewed and updated letter that will be sent to Kat.

James Walker would like someone else to do the activities for the Ecclesia. Ongoing discussion for next AB meeting.

David Clubb is fine with continuing role as finance brother.

Mental health group 4 people showed up to the group but about a 12 have spoken with Chris. So there is a possibility that the group will grow. Erik and Chris will work up a confidentiality statement to provide that security to the group.

Discussed the back yard.

Jeff would like to share a bible mission video that is about 10 minutes. (approved)

Jeff proposed that we change our Wednesday night class to Thursday night. This would help the school out and would also be really nice for parents with kids who attend CHS because the kids would be staying up late Thursday night and would not have school on Friday. Instead of having kids stay up late Wednesday night and go to school tired on Thursday.

Decided that we will pay for Allison Steppe CHS tuition 1850 for this year. Gordon will let Tricia know that it will be a one year deal. (approved)

Erik proposed that we no longer read the AB minutes at the beginning of meetings. (approved)

Reviewed October 2017 financial report. A balance of 47,088.65 has been (approved.)

James spoke with Patty about Jennifer Briley and Patty said she would speak with Jennifer and report back to James.

A few sisters are planning on reaching out to Jenny Vetkos as the Sisters feel there is an opportunity to reach Jenny.

Gordon proposing that at the next business meeting we ask the meeting to consider disfellowship for Ben and Sarah Jones.

Discussed Heather McDevitt

Junior CYC asked if they could use our hall every two weeks on Friday nights. When junior CYC is using the hall the CYC will be having their Friday night classes at Reseda. (approved)

Next AB meeting will be 11th of January and February meeting will be on the 15th.

Meeting closed in prayer by Bro. Gordon Hensley.

2017 Minutes

Protected: 09-17-17 Business Meeting

09-17-17 Business Meeting

Minutes of the Business Meeting of the Simi Hills Ecclesia on 09/17/17.

In attendance were approximately 36 Brothers and Sisters.

Meeting was opened with prayer by Brother Jim Styles.

2 Kings 25 was read by Brother Rick Sisco.

The previous Business Meeting Minutes were read by Brother Gordon Hensley and approved.

The Financial Report was presented by Brother David Clubb and approved.

The agenda was reviewed, backyard was added to the agenda (maintenance of the playground equipment and injuries due to the uneven ground / high curb height).

The ecclesia discussed at length and approved with a vote of 26 for, 2 against and the remainder abstaining.

The expectations for refellowship would be that her boyfriend not live with her and that she be willing to work with us (the ecclesia) towards returning to the ecclesia

The backyard concerns were agreed to be addressed offline as soon as needed with the AB

The AB minutes from the Mar, Apr, May, June, Aug & Sept meetings were read and accepted

There were no special reports

Brother Jason Hensley closed in prayer.

2017 Minutes

Seminars

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2017 Video

10-22-17 Memorial Service

I Believe God for He Has Told Me – Eric Pride

10-22-17 Memorial Service

I Believe God for He Has Told Me – Eric Pride

2017 Video

11/05/17 – Compassion for My People – Justin Henley
10/29/17 – Small but Mighty Words – Josh Sommerville
10/22/17 – I Believe God
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10/08/17 –
10/01/17 –
09/24/17 –
09/17/17 –
09/10/17 –
09/03/17 –
08/27/17 –
08/20/17 –
08/13/17 –
08/06/17 – Service – David Cooper
07/30/17 – Rejoicing – Phil Lawrence
07/23/17 – Serenity – Kim Carrell
07/16/17 – Trust in God – Chris Stickney
07/09/17 – Examining Ourselves – Gordon Hensley
07/02/17 – Encouragement – Nathan Blanchard
06/25/17 – Knowing Jesus – Levi Gelineau
06/18/17 – Cities of Refuge – Chris Stickney
06/11/17 – 1st Peter 1 – Brad Styles
06/04/17 – A More Excellent Way – Ken Styles
05/28/17 – Christ is the Way to Salvation – David Clubb
05/21/17 – Preaching by Example – Nathan Styles
05/14/17 – Passover – Jason Hensley
05/07/17 – Spring into Action – Richard Morgan
04/30/17 – The Three Rigged Trials – Ken Sommerville
04/23/17 – I Have Seen the Lord – James Walker
04/16/17 – The Truth Shall Set You Free – David Jennings
04/09/17 – In the World but not of it – Jeff Gelineau
04/02/17 – Support Systems – Oniel Levy
03/26/17 – The Lord’s Prayer – Jason Hensley
03/19/17 – Unavailable
03/12/17 – The God of Comfort – Alex Boiko
03/05/17 – Teaching – Luke Gelineau
02/26/17 – Abraham and His Brother – Doug Hawthorne
02/19/17 – The Power of the Faith of Jesus – Jim Styles
02/12/17 – God is the Pillar – Rodney de Caussin
02/05/17 – Trusting God – Gary Schmidt
01/29/17 – Grace – Russell McLeod
01/22/17 – Awe – Dennis Paggi
01/15/17 – The Joy of Forgiveness – Gordon Hensley
01/08/17 – Freedom – Jeff Gelineau
01/01/17 – The Year of Kindness – Jim Olguin

2017 Video

11/05/17 – Justin Henley – Compassion for My People
10/29/17 –
10/22/17 –
10/15/17 –
10/08/17 –
10/01/17 –
09/24/17 –
09/17/17 –
09/10/17 –
09/03/17 –
08/27/17 –
08/20/17 –
08/13/17 –
08/06/17 – Service – David Cooper
07/30/17 – Rejoicing – Phil Lawrence
07/23/17 – Serenity – Kim Carrell
07/16/17 – Trust in God – Chris Stickney
07/09/17 – Examining Ourselves – Gordon Hensley
07/02/17 – Encouragement – Nathan Blanchard
06/25/17 – Knowing Jesus – Levi Gelineau
06/18/17 – Cities of Refuge – Chris Stickney
06/11/17 – 1st Peter 1 – Brad Styles
06/04/17 – A More Excellent Way – Ken Styles
05/28/17 – Christ is the Way to Salvation – David Clubb
05/21/17 – Preaching by Example – Nathan Styles
05/14/17 – Passover – Jason Hensley
05/07/17 – Spring into Action – Richard Morgan
04/30/17 – The Three Rigged Trials – Ken Sommerville
04/23/17 – I Have Seen the Lord – James Walker
04/16/17

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