BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING | 3.15.26 | 12:15 p.m.

New Hope United Methodist Church

Gathering and Opening (5 minutes)

Welcome and Purpose

Opening Prayer or Centering Moment

Covenant Reminder
“We speak the truth in love, we listen with charity, and we seek the good of the whole church.”

Celebrations and Signs of New Hope (5 minutes)

 “What good has God done among us since we last met?”

Approval of Minutes (1–2 minutes)

Review of Mission, Vision, and Current Focus (3 minutes)

 “Following and responding to Jesus Christ, our mission and vision are to build relationships of wholeness and hope through acts of worship, grace, and service and create a community that is joyful, generous, and just. Our Board/Council/Committee aids this work by providing oversight of all property and physical assets of New Hope. This includes managing and reviewing the church’s property insurance, ensuring the upkeep and maintenance, and managing all memorials and bequests, ensuring that all funds are used in accordance with the wishes of the deceased. Additionally, they oversee any specific trusts, foundations, endowments or investments on behalf of the congregation.

Major Agenda Items / Discernment Work (25–45 minutes)

Decision on a new church outdoor sign. vote

Decision on a new AV system for the sanctuary. vote

Discussion on updating the outdoor children’s playground. hear report, no vote

Discussion on parking lot repair and/or expansion. no vote

Discussion on temporary building/office space. hear report, no vote

Follow-ups, Assignments, and Timelines (5–10 minutes)

Clear, written commitments:

Who is doing what? By when? With what support? How will this group receive updates?

This matches effective governance practices and prevents meetings from becoming repetitive.

Pastoral or Congregational Care Notes

Not for confidential matters, but a quick:
“Who needs encouragement? Who needs prayer? How can we bless our people this week?”

Closing Reflection and Next Steps (3 minutes)

Two quick questions:

“Where did we see God at work in this meeting?”

“What do we need to remember before we leave?”

Adjournment

Confirm next meeting date

Closing prayer