WELS: [Nomalert] WELS CEF Board Member

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Nomination Alert for: WELS CEF Board Member


There will be a vacancy on the WELS Church Extension Fund, Inc., Board as of

July 1, 2006. The Synodical Council is seeking names of nominees to serve on
this board.


Position description:

General responsibility of the board

The WELS Church Extension Fund (WELS CEF) is a Wisconsin nonstock not-for-profit
religious corporation whose members consist of all Wisconsin Evangelical
Lutheran Synod (WELS) congregations.  WELS CEF is organized to operate
exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, and to carry out
the purposes of WELS. The primary purpose is to make loans to mission
congregations of WELS. WELS CEF’s Board of Directors is elected by the Synodical
Council. Collectively, members of this board are responsible for the effective
governance of WELS CEF. It is the responsibility of the board to receive, hold,
invest, administer, and disburse funds and assets within the parameters of the
WELS CEF Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. No compensation shall be paid to
members of the Board of Directors; however, board members are entitled to
reimbursement of expenses incurred on behalf of WELS CEF.



1. Vision, mission, and strategic planning

--Establish the mission along with a sense of purpose and direction.

--Ensure compliance with the Articles of Incorporation and approved bylaws.

--Provide the instrumentality and agency for the issuance of loans for the
purposes of constructing or purchasing parsonages, land, worship facilities, and
schools.



2. Board operations

--Develop and manage the board.

--Annually elect a chairman, vice chairman, and secretary from the members of
the board.

--Annually elect a president, treasurer, and one or more vice presidents.

--Appoint members to serve or chair board committees as necessary.

--Develop and approve framework policies.

--Accept the legal responsibility for the business affairs of WELS CEF.



3. Operational management

--Exercise the discretionary powers as to the acceptance or rejection of any
gifts, devises, bequests, trusts, agreements, or other donations according to
board established policies.

--Guarantee to the donor, grantor, or testator that the purpose of the gift is
honored whenever possible.

--Establish policies with respect to investment of assets of WELS CEF.

--Establish policies for maintaining, supervising, and enlarging WELS CEF on a
sound financial basis.

--Review and consider the annual audit by a certified public accountant.

--Enter into real property contracts with respect to managing, controlling,
leasing, disposing, and granting options.

--Manage operational needs by delegating responsibility to a committee, an
individual, and/or staff.



Board qualifications and duties



Authority and responsibility:

The Board of Directors is the legal authority for the WELS Church Extension
Fund, Inc. (WELS CEF) consisting of not less than seven or more than 13 members.
As a member of the board, a director acts in a position of trust for the WELS
CEF and the synod. Collectively, members are responsible for the effective
governance of the organization. No compensation shall be paid to members of the
Board of Directors; however, members are entitled to reimbursement of expenses
incurred on behalf of WELS CEF.



Essential position qualifications of all boards and commissions:

--Must be an active male member in good standing in a Wisconsin Evangelical
Lutheran Synod (WELS) congregation.

--Be faithful to the Holy Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions

--Be supportive of the synod’s Constitution, Bylaws and policies.

--Be knowledgeable of the operation and structure of the synod.

--Have demonstrated experience in administration combined with the ability to
delegate responsibilities.

--Be committed to the work of WELS CEF.

--Be knowledgeable and skillful in one or more areas of board governance and
management: finance, investment, trust, and legal, etc.

--Insofar as practicable, directors shall reflect the geographic diversity of WELS.

--Be willing to embrace WELS CEF's mission of leadership in the synod.

--Have a reputation within his profession and the WELS community that would
serve to enhance the image of WELS CEF.

--Be able to attend a minimum of two board meetings held at the synod
administration offices.

--Be able to participate in a minimum of two board teleconferences scheduled
between the attended meetings.



Term of office:

Appointment to the WELS CEF’s Board of Directors occurs through the nomination
and election process adopted by the Synodical Council. Currently, there is only
a four-year term on the Board of Directors. No more than three terms can be
served consecutively, additional terms may occur after an absence of one year.



General duties:

A director of the board is fully informed on organizational matters and
participates in the board's deliberations and decisions in matters of policy,
finance, and the work of WELS CEF.



Primary responsibilities:

--Participate fully at board meetings and review information necessary to make
decisions.

--Act in the best interests of WELS and WELS CEF.

--Declare conflicts of interest and refrain from voting on such issues.

--Share with other directors in being accountable to WELS CEF's stakeholders
including donors and WELS.

--Believe in the philosophies and values of WELS CEF.

--Support WELS CEF's mission as appropriate to personal circumstances.

--Be an advocate of WELS CEF with contacts and professional colleagues.

--Ensure effective financial and audit controls are in place to protect invested
funds and safeguard donor information.





All pastors, professors, male teachers, congregations, and voting members of
congregations are invited to nominate qualified individuals.



Nominations should be sent by mail or e-mail to

Mr. Roger Crawford, Human Resources Director

2929 N. Mayfair Rd.

Milwaukee, WI  53222

Roger.Crawford at sab.wels.net



You can also fill out an online nomination form. Go to
www.wels.net/jumpword/nomform to nominate online.



Nominations must be received by Jan. 31, 2006. The list of candidates will be
published on the official Internet site of WELS, www.wels.net/jumpword/nomalert



Nominees will be contacted regarding their willingness to serve.



At its meeting the week of Feb. 24, 2006, the Synodical Council will elect the
board and commission members from the slate of candidates who have consented to
serve.






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