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budget that we contribute. Gary Walbridge said that the dialogue will continue and GC will review the
feedback. Leslie Weber suggested including the Volunteer House activities in this discussion.

With this, the discussion of the budget concluded and the following motion was made.

MOTION 16 AM #4: To approve the budget as presented by the Finance Committee.
Motion: Trey Holloway Second: George Christo Vote: Majority in favor

Several members expressed hopes for a large Christmas offering and appreciation for the frank
conversation. Dick Staufenberger expressed thanks on behalf of SJA for the discussion.
The next issue discussed was the proposal from the Middle East Committee, which is a recommendation
that many UCC churches are voting on currently. The subject is a resolution that might be brought before
the UCC Synod for consideration.

MOTION 16 AM #5: To support the Resolution on the Rights of Children Living Under Israeli Occupation.
Motion: Governance Council

The Middle East Committee asked to bring this motion (full text on page. 33) and the GC agreed to do so.
MOTION 16 AM #6: Move to table the motion.
Motion: Brad Case Second: Patricia Frye Vote: No vote was taken

Others objected to tabling, since it would just postpone the issue and Brad withdrew it.

Discussion followed. John Timmer explained that this is a UCC initiative put forth by the UCC steering
committee, in line with the UN Rights of the Child. Background was provided to the Congregation.

Doug Hallward-Dreimeier proposed an amendment to the second paragraph.

MOTION 16 AM #7: To amend the second paragraph that calls to the government of the United States to
adhere to its own established law, eliminating the phrase “in this case the U.S. Foreign Assistance Act”.
Motion: Doug Hallward-Driemeier Second: Ed Moyer Vote: Majority is in favor

Maryn noted that the congregations must approve the identical text, but six have already approved the
resolution, so Westmoreland can make this amendment without damage.

Discussion continued of the motion itself. Brad Case suggested that this is not an appropriate discussion for
a Congregational meeting. Maryn offered that this is an opportunity for Westmoreland to take a stand on
world issues. Mary Grossnick called the question. Alton Frye asked whether there might be additional
amendments if the Resolution comes before the Synod and the UCC Board. Maryn explained that there is a
process as the Resolution will be examined by a committee and there can be additional amendments made
from the floor. Brad noted that the Rock Spring UCC considered and decided not to approve the resolution,
opting for a period of additional study and amendments.

MOTION 16 AM #8: To approve the Resolution as amended.
Motion: Governance Council Vote: Majority approved

Update and Discussion of the Capital Campaign
Chris Sale provided an update on the Capital Campaign on behalf of Johanna Shelton who is is
unfortunately in Florida with her dad who is seriously ill. Two years ago the Governance Council established
the 2020 Committee to address our welcoming and accepting church. A year ago this was briefed in great

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