9/9/25 ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL MEETING SUMMARY
Welcome — (Rachael Robinett) It’s the beginning of our year and we want to welcome new and returning people serving on Ad Council. Thank you for serving in leadership at KUMC!
Discipleship Training — (Terry Bolender) There are digital leadership materials available on our website. Contact the office or see the meeting minutes for specifics. Discussed the questions, what is KUMC’s Why? When you know your Why, your What becomes more impactful. Shared a short video called “Know Your Why” by Michael Jr. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ytFB8TrkTo)
Leadership Development — (Pastor Jim) In August three people were elected to leadership positions by email vote: Jen Livingood (chair of SPRC), Ray Orme (member of Finance), and Danita Cochrane (member of Leadership Development).
Finance Update — (Glen Cushman) Church finances are generally pretty even in terms of expenses and income, and both are below our expectations. We have had some major projects this year: replaced roof, fire alarm panel, portions of the dry sprinkler replaced.
2026 Budget Input Request — (Glen Cushman) If you are responsible for input regarding the budget, send your input to Glen and Len by November 1. There is a copy of the Current KUMC Budget Process in the leadership materials online.
New Vision Statement of the United Methodist Church — (Susan Adams) The Council of Bishops and Connectional Table have collaborated in developing a new vision statement for the United Methodist Church which they released in May 2025: “The United Methodist Church forms disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, love boldly, serve joyfully, and lead courageously in local communities and worldwide connections.” For more information you can watch a video here: https://youtu.be/5PQUxvHymaE or go to https://www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resources/vision-of-the-umc.
Progress towards KUMC Goals — (Rachael Robinett) We have asked people to share what their committee/team is doing in working toward these goals. Worship and the Arts and Trustees are going to share their progress with us at the October meeting. Here are the goals:
Grow our church.
Grow our faith.
Communicate who we are.
Increase social media presence.
Respect and Honor our staff
Ensure financial stability.
Maintain our facility.
Reduce our Carbon footprint.
Next Ad Council meeting will be Tuesday, October 14 via Zoom.