The History Of
MULDRAUGH HILL BAPTIST CHURCH
(September 2009 through August 2014)

Several members of the church went on a trip to Cumberland Falls on September 10th, 2009. Three couples in the group had their honeymoons at Lake Cumberland several years ago. It was a beautiful day and a fun trip for all.

On Sunday, October 25th, Operation Christmas Child Shoebox of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church had a dinner and a dedication service. Donations were accepted to help with the shipping cost of the shoeboxes. These shoeboxes, numbering 474, were packed by volunteers prior to the dinner. It costs $7.00 to ship each box. The donations collected before, during, and since the dinner now total $3,050. Praise God! This is just $268 shy of reaching the goal. Thank you to everyone who has helped with this project in any way, including volunteer work and providing monetary funding.

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church celebrated its 135th Anniversary November 4th - 8th. A reprint of the cookbook, originally printed in 1981, was completed by popular demand and made available for purchase during the anniversary event. The schedule of speakers for the 135th Anniversary were as follows:

• November 4th (Wednesday at 7:00 pm) - Rev. Harold Meers
• November 5th (Thursday at 7:00 pm) - Rev. Earl Pike
• November 6th (Friday at 7:00 pm) - Rev. Steve Skaggs
• November 7th (Saturday at 7:00 pm) - The Polston Family
• November 8th (Sunday Morning Worship at 11:00 am) - Rev. Victor Stansbury
  Four baptisms were performed (Alyssa Farmer, Caroline Farmer, Will Farmer, and Marcus Moore). The service was followed with a potluck meal and pictorial video.

November 11, 2009 Business Meeting -

• The Heating/Air Condition System has been installed in the parsonage as discussed last month.
• Bro. Vic and Joan attended the Southern Baptist Convention 11/9/09 to 11/11/09.
• Prior to the 135th Anniversary Celebration, it was brought to the attention of the deacons that some of the shut-ins had inquired about the ability to video-tape the services so they could be viewed at home. It was decided to make a trial run with some borrowed equipment from David England and Ernest Carol Taylor. David supplied the video camera and tripod and Ernest supplied the DVD Recorder. The supplied equipment was connected to the existing sound system. David, Ernest, and Sam Graham taped each of the five services. There was a 1-minute glitch in the first service but the rest of them presented a satisfactory product. The trial demonstrated some issues that had to be worked out such as making sure the microphones used were connected to Muldraugh Hill Baptist Churches sound system. Because of the success of this trial run, a motion was made at the Business Meeting to purchase equipment to make this an ongoing process of each service. It was voted on and approved to have Ernest Taylor purchase the video camera, tripod, a stand-alone 3-DVD-at-a-time recorder/copier for an estimated cost of $1,148.00 plus obtain 300 blank DVD's, 100 blank CD's, and paper or plastic sleeves for the recorded product. The process of recording each service would be permanently started as soon as the supplies were purchased and put in place.

The "Hanging of the Greens" service was held on November 29th in the Evening Worship Service. It took just a few minutes to see the church sanctuary come alive with greenery and festive atmosphere. Everyone brought a non-perishible food item to place under the Christmas tree. Those items are to be taken to the Lebanon Community Center to help the less fortunate in the community. Finger foods were brought in order to have a time of fellowship after the service in the Fellowship Hall.

December 9, 2009 Business Meeting -

• The only new business was the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2010 with a total of $186,995.82. It was approved without changes.

The Annual White Christmas Offering was collected on December 20th, 2009 during the Morning Worship Service. The total amount received was $17,045. Members filed by a little white wooden church to deposit their gift. The church choir, led by Jim Sabo, Sr., presented the Christmas performance entitled, "A Carol to the King". A special love offering of appreciation was collected and given to the following for their hard work and dedication the past year: Bro. Vic and Joan, the Church Secretary (Debbie Farris), the Song Leader (Jim Sabo, Sr.), the Youth Leader (Willis Deitz), the custodian (Anita Lanham), and the musicians (Wanda Buckler, June Elliott, Annette Dennison, and Martha Whitehouse).

Kelly Holderman, one of the deacons, died on Sunday, December 27th, 2009. He was a good Christian man who was sincerely dedicated to serving the will of God. He will be greatly missed.

The monthly Business Meeting was held January 6, 2010. It was reported the the Lottie Moon Offering goal was surpassed with $3,056.39 collected. It was also reported that the Deacons presented Josephine Holderman a Bible in memory of Kelly.

Sunday School Services had to be cancelled on January 31, 2010 due to 3 to 5 inches of snow and hazardous road conditions.

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church had its Annual Church-wide Birthday Celebration Party on February 7, 2010 to celebrate everyone's birthday through the year. The party was held after the Morning Worship Service in the Fellowship Hall. Jim Sabo, Sr. led the congregation in the song, "Happy Birthday to You" at the close of the Morning Worship Service and David England said the prayer of thanks for the meal and Benediction. The meal was potluck with the church furnishing the meat. Everyone had a good time of fellowship and great food. Donations were deposited in a box called "The Birthday Bank" which was used in the old church. Members were asked to put a penny (or more if they wished) in the box for each year of age the individual is this year.(This was the way it was done many years ago.) The money collected is used for "God's Closet" in Manchester, Kentucky. 

The winter of 2010 proved to be a very snowy season. There were several snow storms producing 2 to 10 inches of snow in this region of Kentucky. Wednesday night services, including Business Meeting, had to be cancelled on February 10, 2010 due to the hazardous road conditions.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on February 17, 2010. It was voted by those members in attendance to participate in the Kentucky Baptist Convention "Buckets of Hope" project for the people of Haiti to help them recover from the devastation caused by the Jan. 12 earthquake. Over 100,000 people lost their lives and many were made homeless. The “Bucket of Hope" consisted of a plastic five-gallon bucket packed with selected foodstuffs (peanut butter, cooking oil, sugar, flour, rice, spaghetti, and beans). For approximately $30 the materials could be purchased and assembled in a "Bucket of Hope." In addition those participating were requested to include a $10 cash contribution, placed in an envelope and attached to the lid of the bucket, to offset the cost of transporting the relief buckets to Haiti. The church voted to send 10 of these buckets. The buckets were sent to the convention to be dispersed to those in need in Haiti.

The monthly Business Meeting was held March 10, 2010. The Messengers for the Associational Meeting to be held the last Monday in March will be: Bro. Vic Stansbury, Joan Stansbury, Elizabeth Farmer, Arlene Mullins, Evelyn Burress, and Willis Deitz. It was approved that a special offering be taken up for Jody Yates, who just experienced a house fire and lost everything.

The Sanctuary Choir presented the Easter Cantata, "Jesus Christ is Lord", during the Morning Worship Service on March 28, 2010. The choir is directed by Jim Sabo, Sr.

There were 146 in attendance for Sunday School on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010. An estimated 290 people attended the Morning Worship Service.

The monthly Business Meeting was held April 9, 2010. A decision was made to have the Transportation Committee look into the price for a van that would be easier to get into without steps.

Men's Day was celebrated on April 11, 2010. The men and boys met at 9:15 for breakfast. Then the men lead all of the services for the Morning and Evening Worship Services along with the the Sunday School hour. The choir was comprised only of men and they performed a song at the beginning of the Morning Worship Service. The choir was led by Jim Sabo, Sr. David England was the pianist. Paul Helm played a special piece on the piano during the Offering. Josh England played the guitar and sang for the special music. The speakers in the Morning Worship Service were Greg Taylor and Steve Morris. The speakers in the Evening Worship Service were Glenn Cox and Tommy Manges.

Youth Sunday, an annual event, was held on April 18, 2010. The youth were in charge of the Morning Worship Service. Josh England led the music, Carrie Fowler gave the Children's Church message, Amanda Livers performed a solo and rang the 11:00 bell, 6 youth collected the offering, 5 performed a song to Sign Language, and Erin Cox delivered the message.

The Kentucky Baptist Convention asked that April 18, 2010 be designated for High Attendance Sunday School. Muldraugh Hill participated in this and reported 133 in Sunday School.

Mother's Day was celebrated on May 9, 2010. The mothers enjoyed a breakfast and time of fellowship before Sunday School. During the Morning Worship Service, each mother present was presented with a Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church mug. Tracy Cochran did a reading. Special recognition was given to the "Oldest Mother Present" (Frances Rucker), the "Youngest Mother Present" (Brittany Cox), and the "Mother with the Most Children Present" (Jean Sallee after choosing the number 10 out of 25). Several mothers were recognized as having children since the last Mother's Day.

The monthly Business Meeting was held May 12, 2010. Jim Bob Moore reported that the new part of the New Market Cemetery is being readied for marking off into plots. The Transportation Committee reported that they had been looking into the acquisition of the 15 passenger bus and report that it would not be recommended to purchase a used vehicle. The committee had Randy Herron (Mid-America Ambulance and Coach Company) make a presentation as to what was available. He stated that a new 15 passenger bus, depending on options, would cost in the high $40,000 range. The Transportation Committee was asked to report back with quotes for various options.

The monthly Business Meeting was held June 9, 2010. The Cemetery Committee is beginning to start marking grave plots. They have marked 76 and hope to have at least 576 plus when the process is completed. It was approved that the church purchase a 15 passenger bus for $49,200.00 with a special offering to be taken up to go toward payment of the van at a later date. The van is expected to be ready in about 60 days. The Nominating Committee was established: Bro. Vic Stansbury, Dennis Wise (Chairman of the Deacons), Elizabeth Farmer (W.M.U. Director), Sam Graham (Sunday School Director), Charlotte Benningfield, Kelly Carney, Glenn Cox, and Betty Whitehouse. Approval was given to purchase 3,000 gallons of gas (pre-paid at $1.79) for next winter. Gas prices are expected to sky-rocket as a result of the tragic oil spill in the Gulf. It was voted to pay for the food and gas for the mission trip to Manchester, Kentucky and to give Joan Stansbury $300.00 to buy diapers for the mission trip.

All the fathers that were present during the Morning Worship Service on June 20, 2010 were honored with the presentation of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church mugs. Special recognition was given for the "Father With the Most Children Present" (Jim Reed); the "Oldest Father Present" (Milton Farmer at age 97); and the "Youngest Father Present" (Josh Veatch).

The monthly Business Meeting was held July 7, 2010. Joan Stansbury reported that 17 people representing Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church went to Bradfordsville, Kentucky June 23 - 27, 2010 to work and help with the clean up a house after the recent floods. They painted 3 porches and built a porch. Tracy Cochran made a suggestion that the church work on some Home Mission work for the elderly and homebound and to do repairs/paint for the church. She said applications to request help could be completed and submitted to her to present to a committee so work could be planned. Willis Dietz presented a request to have the Middle School and High School rooms in the basement be renovated with paint and new furniture. A motion was made and approved to provide $1500 to be used for this task under the direction of the Youth Advisory Committee. A motion was made and carried to have the Trustee to evaluate and report back the following: the removal of dead shrubbery and replace with proper landscaping around the church foundation; cost of 4 - 5 trees, including transplanting, along the front fence on North side of church.

The monthly Business Meeting was held August 4, 2010. Learned that the arrival of the new church passenger bus has been delayed a month as parts had to be ordered. The placement of the shrubbery and trees are delayed until the temperature cools. Church cleanup day was July 31, 2010 with approximately 30 people helping to pressure wash the outside, wash down the pews with pledge, paint the door on the Fellowship Hall, mopped all the Sunday School rooms and clean all the bathrooms. The Nomination Report was given by Sam Graham for the new church year that starts in September.

During the church year of September 1, 2009 to August 31, 2010 there were:

• 12 additions by baptism and 7 by letter
• The Sunday School Attendance average was 117
• The Sunday Morning Worship Service average was 206
• Organizational Structure for 2009 - 2010
•  Those receiving Perfect Attendance Awards were: Allison Sallee (4 years) and Kelsey Veatch (11 years)
• The recorded deaths were:
  • Jerry Wise
  • Kelly Holderman (Deacon)
  • Thelma Jean Yates
  • Elwood Porter

The monthly Business Meeting was held September 8, 2010. All of the lots have been measured for New Market Cemetery (approximately 575 total). Markers still need to be placed for the 4 sections. Also still need to work on the rules and regulations for burial. The shrubbery has been delayed further until the weather cools. A motion was made and approved to give the oldest van at no cost other than the transfer fees to Stewarts Creek Baptist Church as they are in need of a van and we don't need three vans after the new one arrives. It is a 1994 model with approximately 65,000 miles and air conditioning that needs to be fixed. It was decided that the following members will serve as messengers for the Associational Meeting which takes place October 4th, 2010 at Woodlawn Baptist Church in Lebanon: Bro. Vic Stansbury, Elizabeth Farmer, Arlene Mullins, Joan Stansbury, Evelyn Burris, and Helen Mays.

On Sunday, September 26, 2010, Willis Dietz announced his resignation to be effective October 6th. He will be moving to Nicholasville, Kentucky.

The new church van arrived and was displayed for all to see on Sunday, October 3, 2010. A special offering was collected on Sunday, October 10th with $2,984.95 received. The church name still needs to be added. 

The monthly Business Meeting was held on October 6, 2010. The Music Committee has decided to take bids on the old organ as they are unable to locate another church home for it. Dennis Wise (Chairman of the Deacons) made a motion (and it was approved) that the church give Bro. Vic Stansbury $3,000 ($100 to represent each of the 30 years of service at MHBC) with the money coming from the General Fund and presented at a later date. Bro. Vic will be the pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church 30 years on November 28, 2010. Bob Moore mentioned the need for a shelter for the new van. It is to be discussed with the Transportation Committee and recommendations brought before the upcoming Business Meeting. Jim Sabo, Sr. mentioned the problems with the sound system mixer. He is currently getting information on how to repair it or possibly replace it. 

The monthly Business Meeting was held on November 17, 2010. David England was the winning bid for the organ at $551.00. Bro. Vic was let in on a secret that has been going on for a few weeks. A "Secret" Committee had been formed of Kaylene Poff, Ernest Taylor, Melody Mays, Catherine Sabo, Kellie Wise, and Allison Wise to organize a 30th Anniversary Celebration for Bro. Vic and Joan. It will be the 21st beginning in the morning Worship Service and continuing to a potluck meal and more speakers in the afternoon. A love offering has been collected to be presented, along with the $3,000 voted on in the last Business Meeting. Bro. Al Hardy will be the speaker in the Morning Worship Service so Bro. Vic was informed that he will not have to plan a sermon for Sunday. He and Joan can just sit back and enjoy the message, entertainment, meal, and fellowship as we celebrate his big day. The Lebanon Enterprise had a nice article in the paper today about Bro. Vic. The Deacons made a recommendation (it was voted on and approved) of members to serve on the 2011 Budget Committee. They are: Mark Speer, Adam Poff, Joyce Payne, Melody Mays, Donna Wilcher, and Debbie Farris (automatic as the Treasurer).

Bro. Vic and Joan were honored on November 21, 2010 with a 30th Anniversary Celebration of their years of service at MHBC. This was done during the Morning Worship Service and extended in the afternoon with a potluck meal and speakers. Cake, made by Clara Evans, was served with punch after the meal. Bro. Al Hardy was the guest speaker during the Morning Worship Service. Mark Carney was the Master of Ceremonies for the event. The MHBC Adult Choir, The Sabo Family (Jim, Sr., Catherine, Jim, Jr., Austin, and MaKayla), and Paul Helm performed special music during the Morning Worship Service. Terry Cox (the first baby born after Bro. Vic became the pastor of MHBC) rang the bell thirty times instead of the usual 11. The children born since Bro. Vic became the pastor of MHBC that were in attendance were recognized, as were the couples married by Bro. Vic, and those that were baptized by him. The Puppets performed during Children's Church. Kellie Wise presented a card to Bro. Vic and Joan signed by all the children and youth of the church. Kellie Wise and Allison Wise presented a book filled with cards and letters and pictures taken through the years. Melody Mays read a poem and presented a inscribed necklace to Joan. Kaylene Poff read a message to Bro. Vic., then assisted Dennis Wise (Chairman of the Deacons) by presenting Bro. Vic with a crystal plaque noting his 30 years of service and a monetary gift of $3,000 from the church with an additional love offering of $1,895.00. The Pulpit Committee of 1980 were recognized (Sam Graham, Smith Mays, Tommy Wilcher, David Veatch, and in memory of Raymond England) and they (and their spouses) led Bro. Vic, Joan, and family to the Fellowship Hall for the meal and rest of the service. Ernest Taylor lead the prayer prior to the meal. After the meal, Bro. John Chowning (pastor of Saloma Baptist Church and Vice President for Church and External Relations at Campbellsville University), Jim Durham (Minister of Music of Greensburg Baptist Church), Bro. J.W. Hatfield (Pastor of Willisburg Baptist Church and Director of Missions for Central Association), Dan Durham (Pastor of Stewart's Creek Baptist Church), Jon Stansbury, and Chris Stansbury were guest speakers. A photographer was present to document the event. Attached is the event program that was provided to all in attendance. A detailed program schedule is attached that was used by the "Secret Committee". A pictorial slideshow video of the event is available upon request and can be viewed here.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on December 8, 2010. The 2011 budget was presented by Melody Mays, a representative of the Budget Committee, and was approved by those present. New business related to an amendment of the Constitution and By-Laws regarding the purchase of items costing greater than $10,000 was discussed and directed to the Committee for further work.

On Sunday, December 19th, during the Morning Worship Service, $11,090.00 was given for the annual White Christmas Offering.

On Sunday, December, 19th, in the Evening Worship Service, "The Ornament Musical Drama" was presented by the Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church Choir under the direction of Jim Sabo, Sr. and the play directed by Kaylene Poff with Assistant Director, Shea Poff. Caroline Reed read the introduction to the play. Adam Poff managed the audio for the actors and choir; Josh Veatch managed the video; Kellie Wise (with the assistance of Caroline Reed) managed the props; Bob Moore designed the set (several men of the church assembled and disassembled the set as needed); Thomas Poff managed the lighting; the youth and children participated in the caroling scene. The actors were as follows (as appeared in the play): Mark Carney (Henry), Bobbie Fowler (Cynthia), Jim Reed (Zach), Austin Sabo (Lucas), Will Fowler (Charlie), Mark Speer (Jake), April Biggs (Anne), Carrie Fowler (Shasta), Larry Bright (Pastor), Mark Thomas (The Count), Ernest Carol Taylor (Hawk), and Evelyleen Taylor (Melanie). The detailed program can be viewed, as can the advertising homeless poster and Keagan poster. The serious Keagan Family Picture and funny Keagan Family Picture can be viewed as well.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on January 5, 2011. Some old business related to an amendment to the Constitution and By-Laws and new business related to Guidelines for the Establishment of Emergency funds were discussed but not finalized.

The church family was very saddened upon the death of June Farmer Elliott on February 12, 2011 at the age of 57. She was a pianist/organist for the church for many years. She also served as a Sunday School teacher and on multiple committees. She sang in the adult choir and helped with a lot of other church and community activities. She will be greatly missed.

The monthly Business meeting for February had to be delayed a week due to snow and hazardous driving conditions. It was held on February 16, 2011. The Constitution and By-Laws amendment was read for the last time and approved. The requested revisions to the "Request for Emergency Funds" document were reviewed and approved. It will show the guidelines on the same document as the request. It will detail the money as it is requested, provided, and excess returned (with receipts) and signatures of the secretary/treasure, the requesting individual, and the approving agency/person. Also, the Cemetery Committee presented the Guidelines for the purchase of and use of the new addition to the New Market Cemetery that they have been working on for the last two years. All of the plots are mapped out in a binder for easy access. The guidelines were approved for use from this point on with notation that the guidelines are subject to change as needed by the Cemetery Committee. Jim Sabo, Sr. (the Music Director) made a presentation of cost of new audio equipment (sound system mixer) and, after much discussion, it was approved for him to purchase a Peavy system for $2,099 plus $125 for a power protection unit. It was also approved for Jim Sabo, Sr., Bob Moore, and Sam Graham to rearrange the sound system in the balcony for improved access and cosmetics. They will do some cabinetry work for storage of the unit and necessary recording supplies.

Bro. Vic's younger brother by 18 months, Charles Franklin Stansbury, died suddenly on March 4th (born February 21, 1947) of a heart attack. He was a CPA in Moorehead but his funeral was held in Nelson County at New Salem Baptist Church of Cox's Creek, Kentucky. He was buried a few yards from where the Stansbury family was raised and close to where the house stood. Bro. Vic's mother had sold the property to the church and a graveyard was formed. Bro. Vic officiated his brother's funeral.  

The monthly Business meeting for March was held on the 10th. It was noted that the new audio mixer arrived last week and was used for the first time last Sunday. The organ could be heard in the video with the new system. The sound for this area has not been heard for some time on the old system.

Youth Sunday was held March 13th. The youth were in charge of all the services of the morning, including speaking and special music.

Men's Day was held March 27th. The men lead all of the services for the Morning and Evening Worship Services along with the the Sunday School hour. The choir was comprised only of men and they performed a song at the beginning of the Morning Worship Service. Sam Graham and Mark Speer were the speakers in the Morning Worship Service. Bob Moore and Larry Reynolds were the speakers in the Evening Worship Service.

The monthly Business meeting for April was delayed until the 13th as the spring revival was held the first week of April. No changes were made and no new items to discuss.

Mother's Day was celebrated on May 8, 2011. The mothers enjoyed a breakfast and time of fellowship before Sunday School. During the Morning Worship Service, each mother present was presented with a Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church mirrored compact. Special recognition was given to the "Oldest Mother Present" (Frances Rucker), the "Youngest Mother Present" (Kristin Cox), and the "Mother with the Most Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren Present" (Helen Mays). Three mothers were recognized as having children since the last Mother's Day (Stacey Bartley, Stephanie Gay, and Sharon Ewing). Exie Shively was recognized as being the oldest mother of MHBC (over 100). She is unable to be present for the service as she is homebound. Her daughter, Judy Benniningfield accepted a vase of flowers on her behalf.

The monthly Business Meeting for May was held on the 11th. No changes were made and no new items to discuss.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on June 8, 2011. The Deacons made a recommendation and it was approved for the following people to serve on the Nomination Committee: Ernest Carol Taylor, Sam Graham, Elizabeth Farmer, Joyce Payne, Carol Reynolds, Melody Mays, and Josh Veatch. Bro. Vic and Joan will be sent as messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention in Phoenix, Arizona beginning June 12, 2011. Joan Stansbury reported that there will be a group from the church serving as missionaries to Athens, Alabama in July to help rebuild a house damaged in the massive May tornadoes. The mission group will be staying at a local Methodist church that will be providing 3 meals per day and a place to sleep free of charge. After some discussion, it was decided that the church would make a donation of $50.00 per person to the church and up to $400 for supplies such as paint, brushes, rollers, etc. to help with the renovation costs of the damaged house. The week that the group will be going is to to be determined once it is known when the house will be ready for painting. Other volunteers will be helping with dry-wall and other preparation.

Father's Day was celebrated on June 19, 2011. All the fathers present were recognized during the Morning Worship Service and presented with a small screwdriver/flashlight tool with scripture engraving. Special recognition was given to he "Oldest Father Present" (Jim Bob Moore), the "Youngest Father Present" (Josh Veatch), and the "Father with the Most Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren Present" (Smith Mays).

Vacation Bible School was held June 20 - 24th, 2011 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. This years Bible School was entitled, "Big Apple Adventure: Where Faith and life Connect". Children from preschool to 6th grade attended.

The Business Meeting for July was held on the 6th. Insurance has allowed $31,500 to replace the roof on the church and parsonage. The trustees are to get bids and were given the authority to proceed up to $41,000. They will report back with findings.

On July 13, 2011, fifteen people traveled to Athens/Madison, Alabama for a Mission Trip. Those who made the trip were: Bro Vic & Joan; Tracy & Avery Cochran; Melody & Davette Mays; Larry, Carol & Tabitha Reynolds; Kelsey Thompson (Stansbury granddaughter); Kellie Wise; Annette Dennison; Obie Whitehead; and Steve & Carolyn Morris. A report of the mission trip as described by Melody Mays:

"The Mission Team stayed at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in Madison, AL. Facilities were the nicest we have EVER stayed in. That church and neighboring churches prepared our meals for us (we had never had that before).

Thursday morning we worked around the home picking up trash, etc., waiting on dry wallers to get done in the house. Joan went to Walmart and Sherwinn Williams to pick up all our supplies. Thursday afternoon a group consisting of Joan, Carolyn, Tabitha, Avery, Davette, Annette and Melody went to a local food bank On Friday, the team caulked, primed and painted walls and woodwork in this approximately 1400 square ft. home. For a short time, a group in between rains, went to another location to pick up debri. This group consisted of Kelsey, Annette, Carolyn and Tabitha. Manna House – Huntsville’s Outreach With a Heart to help deliver hundreds of sandwiches and other food to those coming through the line. The others stayed at the house and got it ready for us to start painting.

Bro Vic & Joan traveled back to Nashville on Friday evening to deliver Kelsey for her ballgame on Saturday. The rest of the team toured the areas of devastation on Saturday morning and departed for their return trip home.

The house we worked on was the home of a 66 year old Vietnam Veteran. "Sonny" was not a firm believer before the tornado hit but was VERY TOUCHED by ALL the people who were taking their time to come work on his home for him. He was living in a FEMA trailer there on his property as the work was being competed on his home. They were going to leave Sonny's home in ruins but since it was the family homeplace and things just started falling into place with monetary donations and volunteers they hope to have "Sonny" back in his home by mid August." 

Our oldest living church member, Exie Wise Shively, celebrated her 101st birthday on July 18, 2011. With the help of caregivers and her three daughters (Barbara Jean Benningfield, Mary Frances Veatch and Judy Shively Benningfield) she is able to be in her home. Although Ms. Exie is bedridden, her mind is brilliant and she continues to be a blessing to all who visit her. Ms. Exie has six grandchildren: Donnie Veatch, Jean Veatch Sallee, Keith Benningfield, Kelly Benningfield Carney, Gary Benningfield, and Glenn Benningfield. She has 17 great grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren. Another great-great grandson is due to arrive September 1, 2011.

A group of ten people took a journey to Manchester, KY on August 1, 2011 to deliver a trailer load of clothing to God’s Closet. Thanks to Campbellsville University for the use of their trailer. Those going were: Bro Vic and Joan; Betty Whitehouse; Melody Mays; Shirley & Kaitlyn Farmer; Dana & Isabella Hayden; Arlene Mullins, and Faye Porter. The mission team also stayed late afternoon to help hand out approximately 175 book bags with school supplies to the children of Clay County. This program was also administered by God’s Closet.

We want to welcome Caleb and Savannah Browning to the Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church family. Caleb is our Minister of Youth beginning August, 2011. Caleb is from Owensboro, Kentucky and a second year student at Campbellsville University.

The monthly Business Meeting for August was held on August 10, 2011. (1) The Trustee report regarding the roof on the church and parsonage as discussed last month was presented by Bob Moore. He reported they had 4 bids ranging from $36,000 to $38,000 and it will cost an estimated $1,500 to remove and replace the steeple. Bob thinks the insurance will cover the steeple 100%. There is a possibility of added expense if any of the sheeting needs to be replaced and some of that is expected. He will have the lowest bidder, Terry Gootee, do the work and he expects to be able to start on it in the next 2 1/2 - 3 weeks. The church asks that it not be worked on if there is a funeral service or something else going on and also to try to be done by September 3rd when the Associational Sing will take place at the church. (2) The Nominating Committee presented their report for the coming year (done by Sam Graham). Mark Speer will be a new Deacon and therefore have to be ordained. The report was approved by those present. (3) Joan Stansbury gave a report of the Mission Trip to Athens, Alabama.

During the church year of September 1, 2010 to August 31, 2011 there were:

• 5 additions by baptism and 4 by letter
• The Sunday School Attendance average was 113
• The Sunday Morning Worship Service average was 217
• Organizational Structure for 2010 - 2011
• Those receiving Perfect Attendance Awards were: Annette Dennison (15 years), Dorothy Jean Farris (1 year), Elizabeth Farmer (25 years), Anita Lanham (9 years), Michelle Gribbins (9 years), Kelsey Veatch (12 years), Burnam Lanham (12 years), and Josh Veatch (23 years).  
• The recorded deaths were:
  • Norma Allen
  • Joseph "J. E." Settles
  • June Farmer Elliott (organist)
  • Milton Farmer
  • Stephen "Ricky" Sanders
  • Charles Henry Farmer

The monthly Business Meeting for September was held on September 7, 2011. (1) The ordination service for Mark Speer will take place September 25, 2011 in the Evening Worship Service. (2) The following people were nominated and approved to serve as messengers to the October 3rd Associational Meeting to be held at the church: Bro. Vic Stansbury, Joan Stansbury, Elizabeth Farmer, Arlene Mullins, and Jim Sabo, Sr. (3) The roof was replaced on the church and parsonage last week. $17,000 was paid this month and approximately $20,000 to be paid next month. (4) The ballasts were fixed in the Fellowship Hall and are now working well. (5) The Trustees (represented by a report by Ernest Carol Taylor for them) explains that over $5,800 is due for the gas for the church for this coming season. The church has been pre-paying for 3,000 gallons and had $195 left over from last year. The rate for the gas if pre-pay this year is $199.9/gallon (it was $1.79.9/gallon last year). The members voted to continue with the pre-payment as the cost of gas is not expected to go down, but will probably go up and each time the tank is filled it would have to be at the present rate if do not do the pre-payment. (6) Catherine Sabo made a motion that the church provide the meat for the Golden Days Group Meetings every other month. This was approved by the members present.

Perfect Attendance Awards were presented on September 18, 2011 to the following: Annette Dennison, Dorothy Jean Farris, Elizabeth Farmer, Anita Lanham, Michelle Gribbins, Kelsey Veatch, Burnam Lanham, and Josh Veatch. Making the presentations were Ann Lee and Sam Graham. Howard Farris was presented a Bible in appreciation for his over 65 years of service as a Sunday School teacher.

A church "Cleanup Day" was on Saturday, October 1, 2011 in order to get ready for the fall meeting of the Central Association to be held at the church on Monday, October 3, 2011.

The monthly Business Meeting for October was held on October 5, 2011. No new items were discussed and no new changes noted.

The Fall Revival was held on October 9th - 12th. Bro. John Simpson from Temple Baptist Church was our evangelist. Services began at 7:00 pm each evening.

The monthly Business Meeting for November was held November 9, 2011. The Deacons made a recommendation, and it was approved, for the following members to serve on the Stewardship (Budget) Committee for 2012: Kaylene Poff, Latricia Speer, Kim McCubbin, Donnie Veatch, and Lequita Barnett (Bro. Vic and the Secretary/Treasurer, Debbie Farris, are automatically on the committee).

The annual Thanksgiving Meal was on November 20, 2011.

The annual "Hanging of the Greens" service was held on November 27, 2011.

The monthly Business Meeting was held December 7, 2011. Bob Moore reported that insurance is going to pay for all of the work done repairing the roof minus the $500 deductible. Kaylene Poff presented the budget proposal for 2012 as developed by the Budget Committee. The members present voted to accept the budget as presented.

The Christmas Cantata was presented by the Muldraugh Hill Adult Choir on December 18, 2011 during the Morning Worship Service. Also the Annual White Christmas Offering was collected. The total amount donated (some designated to specific funds such as mission offering, cemetery fund, elevator fund, youth, insurance, AWANA, Operation Christmas Child, and utilities) was $17,011.00. This was Bro. Vic and Joan's 32nd Christmas with us. A love offering was collected and presented to him, the custodians (Anita and Burnam Lanham), the secretary (Debbie Farris), the Song Leader (Jim Sabo, Sr.), the Youth Director (Caleb Browning), and the musicians (Wanda Buckler, Annette Dennison, Amanda Farmer, and Martha Whitehouse).

The Annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service was held on December 24, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. Many consider this to be their favorite service of the year. What better way celebrate the birth of our Lord and Saviour than to be in church with the family remembering His birth?

Sunday School and Evening Worship Service was cancelled on December 25, 2011 to allow families time to enjoy Christmas activities together. The Morning Worship Service was held at 11:00 as usual.

William R. Beard (click for biographical details) died December 29, 2011. He was the eighteenth pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church.

The monthly Business Meeting was held January 4, 2012. No new items were discussed and no new changes noted.

The monthly Business Meeting was held February 9, 2012. (1) It was noted that Men's Day will take place on March 25, 2012. (2) David Veatch, as a representative of the Cemetery Committee, praised the dedication and work of Ray Stapp as he served on the Cemetery Committee and other aspects of the church. He died January 13, 2012. He said he will be missed greatly. He made a recommendation to add Bob Moore to the Cemetery Committee. Four members of the Nominating Committee were present at the meeting so they presented the recommendation to the church and he was accepted to the position. (3) David Veatch also asked that the church make use of the $6,371.29 in the Cemetery Fund that is in excess of the $50,000 saved in Certificates of Deposit, to be used immediately for the care and upkeep of the cemeteries. This is instead of paying for this out of the general fund. This and interest earned is supposed to be used for this purpose but has been accumulating in the bank. The church decided to let the Banking Committee look into how this should be set up to make sure it is used toward this purpose. (4) Mark Carney made a presentation regarding the Tasting Bash for the benefit of Habitat for Humanity. The church voted to make a donation of $100 plus take up a love offering next Sunday to give to this cause.

The monthly Business Meeting was held March 7, 2012. (1) It was noted that the total amount given to the Habitat for Humanity was $295.00. (2) Carol Reynolds asked about money being designated by individuals to the AWANA program. It does not show on the Treasure's Report. The members of the Banking Committee will discuss with the church Secretary/Treasure to add this group to the bottom of the Treasure's report as a designated group along with the other designations. The church discussed the need to utilize the designated funds as appropriate and show this on the Treasure's Report. The Banking Committee with work on getting this process started too. (3) Joan Stansbury and others discussed doing something for those affected by the recent storms and devastating tornadoes in Kentucky and Indiana. Joan made a motion and the church approved the motion to send $1,000 plus a "Free-Will" offering collected after a Morning Worship Service to either First Baptist East Bernstadt Church (through Drucie Graham) or to the Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief Fund. Joan Stansbury was elected to follow through with getting this accomplished.

Youth Sunday was March 18, 2012. The youth were in charge of all the services during the Morning Worship Service.

Men's Day was March 25, 2012. The men taught Sunday School and were in charge of the services in the morning and evening. Steve Morris was the speaker in the Morning Worship Service. Mark Thomas and Jim Reed were the speakers in the Evening Worship Serice.

A Women's Retreat was held Friday, March 30th at 6:00 pm through Saturday, March 31, 2012 late afternoon at 274 Shreveport Drive in Campbellsville, Kentucky. It was a time of fun, fellowship, and an in-depth Bible study. The Bible study material used was: "Esther - It's Tough Being a Woman", written by Beth Moore. The study led the women through a journey of tragedy and triumph, teaching them how to trust God's providence for the tough times in life. It showed how an Old Testament story applies to modern day life. The women were invited to bring their sleeping bags and spend the night or leave Friday night after the session and come back on Saturday morning.

On Palm Sunday, April 1st, the Sanctuary Choir presented our Easter Cantata, O What a Savior", in the Morning Worship Service.

We had an Easter Sunrise Service on April 8, 2012 along with the Morning Worship Service at 11:00.  

The monthly Business Meeting was held on April 11, 2012. (1) It was noted that the Treasure Report now reflects the designated funds such as: AWANA, G.A., Youth, and Elevator. (2) It was also noted that the $1,000 donated by MHBC last month to be used for the victims of the devastating tornadoes was actually presented to Arthur Ridge Baptist Church (instead of First Baptist East Bernstadt Church) because it is in the region being helped. This money was used to feed the victims. Also there was $455 collected by MHBC members and $100 was donated from a member of the community. It was requested by Arthur Ridge Baptist Church for MHBC to use this $555 to purchase household items locally and take them to the area of need because the stores are depleted of these items in that region. Joan Stansbury made the purchases.

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday, May 13th by having a light breakfast in the Fellowship Hall for the ladies and girls of our church. In the Morning Worship Service all the mothers present were presented with a blue tote bag that had a picture of the church and the contact information printed on the side. Special recognition was given to the oldest mother (Evelyn Burress), youngest mother (Kara Clark) and the mother with the most children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren present (there was a tie of 4 mothers with 9 descendants each: Helen Mays, Dorothy Jean Farris, Deloris England, and Mary Frances Veatch). Also, the new mothers since last Mother's Day were presented with carnations: Stephanie Lee (with daughter, Taylor), Shea Poff (with son, Ethan), and Kara Clark (with son, Maddox).

The monthly Business Meeting was held May 16, 2012. No new items were discussed and no new changes noted.

Our Vacation Bible School was held May 29 - June 2, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Parents Night was Sunday, June 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The average attendance was 72 with the highest attendance being 82.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on June 6, 2012. The Deacons made a motion (and it was approved by vote of the members present) to establish the following people for the 2012-2013 Nominating Committee: Bro. Vic Stansbury (Pastor), Roger Barnett (Chairman of the Deacons for 2012-2013), Elizabeth Farmer (W.M.U Leader), Sam Graham (Sunday School Director), Glenn Cox, Bob Moore, Kellie Wise, and Kaylene Poff.

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church celebrated Father's Day on Sunday, June 17, 2012. Each father present was presented with a compact measuring tape/pen light. Special recognition was given to the oldest father present (Les Richerson), youngest father present (Stuart Cox), and the father with the most children, grandchildren, great grandchildren present (Howard Farris had 7 descendents present). Jim Reed and his daughter, Kaylee, performed special music my singing a duet called, "A Love Without End, Amen".

The monthly Business Meeting was held July 11, 2012. No new items were discussed and no new changes noted.

Several members went on a mission trip to West Liberty, Kentucky the last week of July to help after storm and tornado damage. Those who went are: Mark & Matthew Speer, Larry, Carol & Tabitha Reynolds, Kellie Wise, Shirley & Kaitlyn Farmer, Bob Moore, Annette Dennison and Stacy Bartley. Thanks to Rev. Mike Frisby and his church for hosting their stay.

Bro. Vic Stansbury had two consecutive heart attacks on Saturday morning, August 4, 2012. He was already in the hospital after having surgery. He was air-lifted to Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky. The news spread quickly of his condition and prayers were offered throughout the community.

The deacons and their wives hosted a meal in honor of our senior adults on Saturday, August 4th at 6:00 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. All senior adults, 60 years or older, were invited to attend. Jim Durham and Steve Skaggs provided the entertainment. The evening became very solemn and emotional when an announcement was made at the beginning of the meal that Bro. Vic had died just a few minutes earlier in the evening. He was 66 years old. He was loved by all who knew him and he was ALWAYS a faithful servant of God. He will be greatly missed. The obituary reads as follows:

The funeral for Bro. Victor J. Stansbury was held at Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church on August 7, 2012 at 11:00. Steve Skaggs played the piano beginning 30 minutes prior to the service: "Because He Lives", "The Old Rugged Cross", "It is Well", and "Victory in Jesus" as special music during the service. Bro. Jay Hatfield read the obituary, delivered a special message, and led the congregation in prayer at the beginning and end of the funeral. Earl Wayne Perry delivered some comments and performed a solo entitled, "The King is Coming". Mark Speer, Ernest Carol Taylor, Roger Barnett, and Sam Graham read scripture. The following members delivered special messages: Joyce Payne, Kaylene Poff, Preston Price, Carol Reynolds, Mark Carney, and Caroline Reed. Chris Stansbury shared lessons he had learned from his father, Haylee Stansbury shared a poem and letter, Joan Stansbury read a love letter she had written to Bro. Vic in the early hours of a sleepless Sunday after his death the night before. A pictorial video of Bro. Vic over the years was shown during the two hours of visitation prior to the service. According to the signatures in the visitation guest book from the night preceding the funeral, there were approximately 1000 people offering condolences. On the day of the funeral, the sanctuary and balcony were full along with some individuals in the old fellowship hall where an audio video feed was played for them of the service. A police escort led and followed the funeral procession throughout Lebanon to the county line and at the intersection in Springfield as it proceeded to the gravesite at New Salem Baptist Church in Nelson County. The cemetery is on land that used to belong to the Stansbury family where Bro. Vic grew up and the land was later given to the church by the family. Bro. Vic was buried next to his brother Charles who had died in March.

The monthly Business Meeting was held August 8, 2012. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. (1) Bob Moore reported that if the church would prepay the gas for the winter months by August 31, 2012, it could be locked in at $1.89 with the total bill of $5,073.53 in which we have a $623.47 credit. It was voted on and approved to make this payment. (2) Sam Graham, the Chairman of the Nominating Committee presented the Nominating Committee Report for the 2012-2013 Church Year. It was voted on and approved to accept this report as presented. (3) A motion was made, it was voted on and approved to pay Bro. Vic's full salary of $2,740.00 for the month of August . (4) A motion was made, it was voted on and approved to pay Joan Stansbury $685.00 per week for the next 28 weeks in honor of the 32 years of service of Bro. Vic as the church pastor (this in addition to the month of August equals the total of 32 weeks). (5) A motion was made, it was voted on and approved to send thank you cards to the Marion County and Washington County Sheriff's Departments and the Lebanon Police Department for the vehicle escort of the funeral procession to the gravesite through Lebanon to the county line and at all intersections continuing on to the intersection in Springfield. Charlotte Benningfield will send this card. (6) A motion was made, it was voted on and approved to send a thank you card to The Lebanon Enterprise for the nice article in today's newspaper about Bro. Vic's ministry and death. Melody Mays will send this card.

The monthly Business Meeting was held September 5, 2012. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. (1) The Deacons, per Sam Graham, made a recommendation that Steve Skaggs be called to be the Interim Pastor retroactive beginning September 1st with a salary of $500 per week. This would cover 3 services per week, pastoral duties, and visitation. It was also recommended he be paid 50 cents per mile for traveling from his home to the church or for church related travels such as visitation. The recommendation was presented as a motion, it was voted on, and approved. (2) The following members were selected to serve as messengers for the Central Association Fall Meeting: Joyce Payne, Elizabeth Farmer, Betty Inman, and Ernest Taylor.  It will be held at Stewart's Creek Baptist Church on Monday, October 1st from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

On September 9, 2012, Awards were presented during the Morning Worship Service. Those recognized with Perfect Attendance Awards were: Jean Sallee (2 years), Allison Sallee (5 years), Michelle Gribbin (10 years), Anita Lanham (10 years), Burnam Lanham (13 years), Kelsey Veatch (13 years), Josh Veatch (24 years), and Elizabeth Farmer (26 years). A Bible was presented to Barbara Jean Benningfield for her many years of service as a Sunday School teacher and Janet Moore was presented a Bible for 35 years of service as an Assistant Sunday School Secretary. Both retired this year.

During the church year of September 1, 2011 to August 31, 2012 there were:

• 4 additions by baptism and 8 by letter
• The Sunday School Attendance average was 117
• The Sunday Morning Worship Service average was 227
• Vacation Bible School Enrollment was 158
• Organizational Structure for 2011 - 2012
• Those receiving Perfect Attendance Awards were: Jean Sallee (2 years), Allison Sallee (5 years), Michelle Gribbin (10 years), Anita Lanham (10 years), Burnam Lanham (13 years), Kelsey Veatch (13 years), Josh Veatch (24 years), and Elizabeth Farmer (26 years).
• The recorded deaths were:
  • Ray Stapp
  • Russell Veatch
  • Rev. Victor J. Stansbury
  • Jeanette Rafferty

The monthly Business Meeting was held October 10, 2012. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. The Deacons made a recommendation, and it was approved, for the following members to serve on the Stewardship (Budget) Committee for 2013: Ernest Carol Taylor, Larry Bright, Dennis Wise, Faye Porter, and Stacey Bartley (Bro. Steve Skaggs, Interim Pastor, and the Secretary/Treasurer, Debbie Farris, are automatically on the committee). 

The monthly Business Meeting was held November 7, 2012. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. The 2013 Budget was presented and approved. The Deacons made a recommendation (and it was approved) to pay Burnam Lanham $780.00 for the mowing of the parsonage.  

The monthly Business Meeting was held December 5, 2012. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. A recommendation was presented by the deacons, it was voted on and approved, for the following: The fellowship hall to be named "Rev. Victor J. Stansbury Fellowship Hall";  the portrait of Bro. Vic, presented by the family last month, to be moved to the fellowship hall foyer; and two plaques be hung, one in the foyer under Bro. Vic's portrait and the other outside at the entrance to the fellowship hall, to commemorate this action. Roger Barnett shared a tentative design of the plaques made out of bronze that would cost approximately $650 each. Bro. Vic's family has been included in all the discussion and will help with the exact wording on the plaques. There is a tentative plan to have all Bro. Vic's family present on January 13, 2012 for a combination dedication ceremony and annual birthday celebration. 

The Annual White Christmas Offering was collected on December 23th, 2012 during the Morning Worship Service. Those giving were able to designate specific funds for their donation. The total amount received was $15.673.00. Members filed by a little white wooden church to deposit their gift. Bonnie Wicker and Estelle Brady sang for the special music. A special love offering of appreciation was collected and given to the following for their hard work and dedication the past year: Bro. Steve and Shirley Skaggs, the Church Secretary (Debbie Farris), the Song Leader (Jim Sabo, Sr.), the Youth Leader (Caleb Browning), the custodian (Anita Lanham), and the musicians (Wanda Buckler, Amanda Farmer, Annette Dennison, and Martha Whitehouse). 

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church was the recipient of a sum of money as designated in the will of Margaret Nelson. On December 30, 2012, Ernest Taylor, along with Joyce Payne, made the presentation of $44, 774.81 to the Chairman of the Deacons, Roger Barnett, and the church secretary, Debbie Farris. 

The monthly Business Meeting was held January 9, 2013. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. It was a very busy night. Several items were discussed: (1) A snow cancellation plan was announced by Roger Barnett. The decision on Sunday mornings regarding cancelling Sunday School and/or Worship Service will be made and announced between 8:00 and 8:30 am. It will be announced on the Campbellsville radio stations Q-104 and 1450 and placed on Steve Skaggs Facebook page. The decision will be made for the Sunday night or Wednesday night services at least 60 minutes in advance of the start time and announced the same way. Also utilization of the "MHBC Tree" will be made in which persons are called in a spreading message chain. (2) More people are needed to help with Children's Church. Volunteers can sign up for as few as one time to serve. The schedule does not rotate. Please contact Jessica Benningfield, McKenzie Hardin, or Sharon Reed for more information. (3) There are only 3 people signed up for the nursery during the Morning Worship Service. This does rotate so the more people that will volunteer the less often the volunteers will have to fill in. (4) Steve Skaggs announced that Joan Stansbury and her children will be cleaning up the parsonage on Martin Luther King weekend and volunteers are needed to help with this project. (5) Josh Veatch made a motion, it was voted on and approved to designate a fund called the Cemetery Fund in which persons may make donations and the money will be used toward maintenance of the cemeteries. This would take effect from the date of the White Christmas Offering in which $1,020 was given and earmarked for the Cemetery Fund. This is in excess of the $50,000 already in an account to cover perpetual care. (6) Catherine Sabo made a motion, it was voted on and approved for the church to donate 10 pizzas and desserts, made by the ladies of the church, to Campbellsville University to be used for the Commuting Students on 1/16/2013 in front of Ransdell Chapel. This is a weekly service that various churches and organizations participate in. (7) Roger Barnett made a presentation regarding the need to develop a Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee to start the process of searching for a new pastor. A handout was given out specifying the details. The handout was discussed, a motion was made, it was voted on and approved to start the process as follows:

All church members are encouraged to be a part of the selection process by placing in nomination individuals to serve on the committee. To place a church member in nomination it must be confirmed first that the individual is willing to serve if selected. After writing their name(s) in blanks on the submission form, the paper is to be placed in the receptacle located in the vestibule. The last date to place a person in nomination will be January 27, 2013 during the Morning Worship Service.

After this date, all nominees will be placed on a ballot. At Sunday Morning Worship on February 3, 2013, the list of all nominees on the ballot will be announced. All church members are asked to pray over the list throughout that week.

At the beginning of Sunday Morning Worship Service on February 10, 2013, a special meeting will be called for the purpose of formulating the Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee. The deacons will distribute the ballots to each church member. The ballots will have instructions: (to vote for any five, any ballot containing more than five votes will be disallowed). After allowing time for the members to make their selections, the ballots will be collected. The Deacons will, then, count the votes. The five people receiving the largest number of votes will constitute the Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee. The results of the vote will be announced at the end of the worship service.

(8) Roger Barnett made a presentation regarding the Margaret Nelson Bequest (presented to the church in December) and reported that decisions of how to use any amount of money above the amount of $25,000 has to be voted on by the church in a special called meeting. The date of the special called meeting would be announced in advance from the pulpit. The Deacons are recommending the money be used toward the Elevator Fund which would allow work to begin on the project since the total amount in the fund would exceed the specified $50,000 needed to start the project.
Addendum: The vote for the Margaret Nelson Bequest was held on January 20, 2013 during the Morning Worship Service. The final total was 129 for and 17 against so the money will, therefore, be added to the existing Elevator Fund. 

A rededication ceremony to name the church fellowship hall the "Rev. Victor J. Stansbury Fellowship Hall" was held on Sunday, February 3, 2013, after the Morning Worship Service. The Stansbury Family (Joan, Vickie Thompson and family, Chris Stansbury and family, and Jon Stansbury and family) were here for this dedication ceremony and two plaques were unveiled. Chris and Jon unveiled the plaque above the entrance of the Fellowship Hall. Joan and Vickie unveiled the plaque and portrait of Bro.Vic that hangs in the foyer. The Annual Church-wide Birthday Celebration took place immediately following the ceremony. The meal was potluck with the church furnishing the meat.  Picture below submitted by Catherine Sabo.

On Sunday, February 3, 2013, the members received an insert in the bulletin with the following notice:

On Sunday morning, February 10, 2013, a special meeting will be called to vote for the members of the Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee. The ballots will have instructions to vote for up to five (5). Any ballot containing more than five votes will be disallowed. The five people receiving the largest number of votes will constitute the Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee. The results of the vote will be announced at the end of the service. Please pray over the list of nominees throughout the week.  They are as follows (in alphabetical order): Lequita Barnett, Jason Benningfield, Nettie Brown, Caleb Browning, Mark Carney, Tracy Cochran, David England, Debbie Farris, Sam Graham, David Mays, Melody Mays, Bob Moore, Steve Morris, Carol Reynolds, Larry Reynolds, Jim Sabo, Jr., John Sparrow, Mark Speer, Greg Taylor, Linda Taylor, Curtis Tindle, and Jessica Veatch. (In the event of inclement weather, the special meeting date may be changed.) 

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on February 6, 2013. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. David Veatch, representing the Cemetery Committee, reported that the New Market Cemetery was in need of 4 section markers that he would like labeled A, B, C, D and with Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church noted on them in some form. He described them as being like foot stones and estimated the cost to be about $125 each. The cemetery is also in need of hiring a backhoe for no more than two hours, at a estimated cost of $75-$100 per hour to remove some field tile and a big stump. It was noted by Donnie Veatch that there is already $1,020 allotted to the cemetery fund which could be used for this project since it's not expected to go over $1,000. No other new business was discussed. 

On Sunday, February 10, 2013, a special meeting, with Ernest Carol Taylor serving as the Moderator, was called for the purpose of voting to select the five members of the Pastor Search (Pulpit) Committee. The ballots were passed out to all church members as they stood during the Morning Worship Service. They were asked to circle 5 names from the list of nominees and then the 5 names with the most votes would serve on the Committee. If more than 5 names were circled on a ballot, that ballot would not be counted. The names of those selected to serve on the Committee were announced at the end of Worship Service and were: Mark Carney, David England, Bob Moore, Jim Sabo, Jr., and Mark Speer. 

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on March 6, 2013. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. (1) One Old Business item was reported completed by Bob Moore. The sound system cabinet is now in place in the balcony. Also, regarding a second Old Business item, David England, as a representative of the Elevator Committee, said they have one bid and are awaiting two more that will be presented to the church at a later date regarding installing the elevator. Regarding a third Old Business item, David England, as a representative of the Pastor Search Committee, says the group has met 3 times but do not have recommendations at this time. (2) Men's Day will be on April 14th this year. (3) Tracy Cochran made a presentation to the church, followed by a motion, that the church have some art canvases made with the Ten Commandments painted on them and having them hung on the long wall in the old fellowship hall where AWANA meets. She said they were expected to cost $350 and would also like to paint the wall and the nursery at the same time. The motion was voted on and approved to have it done with Tracy being responsible for the process. (4) Mark Carney made a presentation regarding purchasing 2 racks to hang the folding chairs on, when the chairs are not in use, in the Fellowship Hall. Each rack would hold up to 84 chairs at a cost of $583.74 for the pair. A motion was made to follow through with this purchase. The motion was voted on and approved with Mark Carney making the purchase and placing them in the Fellowship Hall.  

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on April 10, 2013. Ernest Carol Taylor served as the Moderator. (1) As Old Business, David England, as a representative of the Elevator Committee, said they are waiting for a third quote from a company in Louisville before they would make any recommendations to the church. (2) David England, as a representative of the Pastor Search "Pulpit" Committee, reports that the committee have met several times, spending several hours gathering information from church records to form a job description that includes duties of the pastor, vacation and other benefits, goals for the church, etc. They have reviewed all the resumes presented to the church. They have been overwhelmingly encouraged by multiple members of the church to consider the Interim Pastor, Steve Skaggs, for the position. The committee has had meetings with Bro. Steve, asking in-depth questions during the interview process regarding aspects of the job description and theological ideals with regard for the future and goals for the church. The committee would like to recommend Bro. Steve as the next pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church and made a motion to that. Discussion was entertained by various members present and it was reported that, in the process of looking into the need for a new pastor, a problem was identified regarding the parsonage. Apparently, the foundation is in desperate need of immediate reinforcement and stabilization with  a "dead man anchor" due to two leaning walls in the basement. There are multiple other repairs that need to be considered that is causing uneven floors and other problems. The Trustees, Deacons, Pulpit Committee, and experts such as architects and construction contractors, have deemed the house uninhabitable until the repairs are made. This problem will have to be looked into further. As per the motion by David England, this meeting will be continued, according to the Constitution and By-laws, on Sunday morning during Morning Worship Service. The "Pulpit Committee" will report to the church body their recommendation and then on the following Sunday in a "Special Called Meeting" the vote will be taken regarding asking Bro. Steve Skaggs to become the next pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. The Constitution requires a "yes" vote of 75%.  Bro. Steve will then be allowed time to make known his decision to the church whether he will accept this position. The "Pulpit Committee" reports also that they and Bro. Steve will be inviting members of the congregation to a meeting on Sunday evening, April 14th, where they will entertain questions toward the committee and/or Bro. Steve regarding this important position. (3) New Business: Roger Barnett, Chairman of the Deacons, reports that the church has a "Zero Turn" mower that Bro. Vic had been using to mow the yard around the parsonage. Volunteers have been keeping the mowing up since his death. Due to liabilities with the use of the mower, Roger made a motion that the church hire Burnam Lanham to mow the parsonage yard at a rate of $65 per mowing, furnishing his own equipment. There was some discussion and it was noted that, should the new pastor want to do his own mowing, the contract with Burnam Lanham would cease. This motion was voted on and approved. The Business Meeting was recessed to be continued on Sunday, April 14th, and conclude in the "Special Called Meeting" with the vote on April 21, 2013.  

The Business Meeting returned from recess during the Morning Worship Service on April 14, 2013. Ernest Carol Taylor, as Moderator of the meeting, informed the church as follows: There will be a church wide vote by all church members to call Bro. Steve Skaggs as our pastor next Sunday  morning, April 21st, during our Morning Worship Service. Please be in prayer that God will lead, guide and direct us in this vote and that His will be done at this important time in our church. Any questions pertaining to this can be directed to the Moderator of the Business Meeting, Ernest Carol Taylor (Phone: 699-2786), or to any of the members of the Pastor Search Committee: Mark Carney (Phone: 465-9154), Bob Moore (Phone: 572-9651), Mark Speer (Phone: 465-1300), Jim Sabo, Jr. (Phone: 789-2440), or David England (Phone: 465-1400). 

We had our annual "Men's Day" on April 14, 2013 beginning with a breakfast for the men and boys. The men were in charge of the Sunday School and Worship Services. The choir was comprised solely of men and provided a special music song. David England shared his talents on the piano and organ, Paul Helm shared special music on the piano. Steve Skaggs performed special music vocally and on the piano per special request of his wife, Shirley, of "Come to Jesus". Dennis Wise delivered the morning message of "Keep Your Focus on God" and David Veatch delivered the evening message of "The river that runs from the throne of God" and he challenged everyone to be better witnesses to those we come in contact with.  

Youth Sunday at Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church was on April 21, 2013. Members of youth, under the direction of the Youth Minister, Caleb Browning, led the children's church sermon by explaining how to get to heaven during a "The Price is Right" skit. Amanda Livers performed special music in song with Bro. Steve Skaggs accompanying her at the piano. The youth served as ushers for the collection of the offering and Erin Cox was the speaker.  

The Business Meeting returned from recess during the Morning Worship Service on April 21, 2013. The church-wide vote was completed according to the Constitution and By-Laws. The final results were 176 "yes" and 23 "no" votes or 88.4% in favor of calling Bro. Steve Skaggs as the next pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. Seventy-five percent was required.  Bro. Steve, after prayerful consideration, will let the church know if he accepts this call. The Business Meeting was adjourned after reporting of the results of the vote. 

It was announced on April 29, 2013 during the Morning Worship Service that Bro. Steve Skaggs has accepted the call to be our new pastor. There will be a brief Installation Service at the end of next Sunday's Morning Worship Service on May 5th. Immediately following the service we would like to have a meal to welcome Bro. Steve and Shirley. The church will furnish the meat and the rest is pot luck. Bro. Steve Skaggs was installed as the new pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church during the Morning Worship Service on May 5, 2013. David England referenced the passage of scripture (Matthew 11:28-30) used by Bro. Vic Stansbury in his last sermon on July 29, 2012. David specifically noted how “Take My Yoke Upon You…” is a challenge, ordained by God, that has been passed from Bro. Vic to Bro. Steve to lead the church forward in its service of God as it shares the message of God and continues to be a lighthouse for the community.
Avery and Laurel Cochran performed special music, “Live Like That” prior to the message given by Bro. Steve called, “Experiencing God”. Bro. Steve’s daughter-in-law, Melissa Skaggs, sang, “Take My Life and Let It Be” after the Covenant of Service Installation was completed. (See pictures)

Pastor Search Committee and Bro. Steve Skaggs
(Bob Moore, Jim Sabo, Jr., Bro. Steve, Mark Speer, Mark Carney, and David England

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on May 8, 2013. (1) David England, representing the Elevator Committee, updated the progress of the committee. There have been three bids submitted. Each of the bids are unique in their recommendations. The committee has had Barry Blevins Construction Company to evaluate the church and the three bids. He will return with his recommendation that would best fit the churches situation. (2) David England, as the Chairman of the Pastor Search Committee, submitted paperwork (Senior Pastor Job Description and the Covenant Between Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church and the Reverend Steve Skaggs) and made a motion that these items be added to the minutes and by reference. It could be used to meet future needs as well. This paperwork was established after much research while preparing for and following through with the search for a pastor. One item to be amended is the mileage from .50 to .55 as the Budget Committee increased it to that rate in January. This motion was voted on and approved. (3) McKenzie Farris Hardin made a motion that Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church establish a Facebook account and she would be willing to manage the information that would be viewed on the pages such as upcoming events. After some discussion of what information should be carefully posted, the motion was voted on and approved. 

Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church celebrated Mother's Day on Sunday, May 12th by having a light breakfast in the Fellowship Hall for the ladies and girls of our church. In the Morning Worship Service all the mothers present were presented with a purse manicure set with "Blessed Is the Mother Who Walks With God". Nettie Brown provided special music. Special recognition was given to the oldest mother (Clara Evans), youngest mother (Sidney Cox) and the mother with the most children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren present (Clara Evans and Judy Farmer). Also, the new mothers since last Mother's Day were presented with carnations: Beth Benedict, Sidney Cox, Mindy Bright, Natalie Hamilton, and Stephanie Talbert. There were 144 in Sunday School and and estimated 296 in Worship Service.

Congratulations to to all those graduating from High School and College! See Attachment. The graduates were treated to a special meal at Creekside Restaurant on May 28.

On Sunday, May 26, 2013, there was a special Memorial Day Service honoring our servicemen and also recognizing those who had passed away in the past year. Prayers are with the family of all those remembered. See attachment.

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on June 5, 2013. (1)The Trustees, Bob Moore, Steve Morris, and Larry Reynolds, presented information related to the old business of needing to replace the 21 year old air condition system for the church. There are presently now two units. Bids have been taken from two local businesses to replace the two units and they both recommended the addition of two more units (a total of four to better supply the needs of the church). The bids varied from $19,200 to $27,900 depending on if install dual fuel systems which are more costly in the beginning but are more efficient and less costly ongoing. A motion was made and seconded to replace the two present units and add two more dual fuel units for total of $27,900. Because the cost is more than $25,000, and according to the Constitution and By-Laws, this motion will have to be presented to the church congregation for a vote. The notice will be placed in the bulletin next Sunday with the vote to be held June 16, 2013. (2) The Chairman of the Deacons, Roger Barnett, as a representative of the deacons, made a recommendation of the following people to serve on the Nominating Committee for 2013-2014: Kim McCubbin, Mark Speer, McKenzie Hardin, Josh Veatch, the Sunday School Director (Sam Graham), the WMU Director (Elizabeth Farmer), the Chairman of the Deacons (Sam Graham), and the pastor (Bro. Steve Skaggs).

Our hearts were heavy upon learning of the death of Bro. William Earl Pike. He was a faithful servant of God and was pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church from 1975 to 1980. He has returned for many special occasions and revivals since his service here. He died early Sunday morning on June 9, 2013. The table below provides information about his obituary, visitation, and funeral service. View Pictorial Tribute.

Vacation Bible School was held for children from June 10-14, 2013. There were 100 and above students and above 50 workers present on each night except Friday night when there were 86 children. Praise God for this wonderful attendance and participation. The goal was to receive $300 during the week to send 100% to provide assistance through the Southern Baptist Convention to help the victims of the Oklahoma tornadoes in May. That goal was surpassed with over $650 collected. Another $400 was collected on Parents Night, June 15th, with the final total over $1100. There were about 300 people present for the Parent's Night activities in which the students performed, received their certificates, and enjoyed a time of food and fellowship afterwards. As a reward for reaching the monetary goal, the students were allowed to throw water balloons at Bro. Steve.

The Special Called Business Meeting was held on June 16, 2013 with a vote to determine whether to replace the air conditioning units that serve the Sanctuary at a cost of $27,900. There were 132 yes votes and 5 no votes. The Trustees will go forward with the project as per the direction of the members of the congregation.  

Father's Day was celebrated on June 16, 2013. Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church showed appreciation to all the fathers attending the Morning Worship Service by presenting each of them with a Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church coffee mug, a Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church ink pen and pen light. Special recognition was given to: The Oldest Father Present (Jim Bob Moore), The Youngest Father Present (Jesse Cox), The Father with the Most Children, Grandchildren, and Great-Grandchildren present (Howard Farris had 7 descendants present). Gift bags from the church were presented by Shirley Skaggs.

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on July 10, 2013. (1) The Trustee Committee, represented by Bob Moore, reported that the air conditioning unit is expected to be installed in the next couple of days; they are checking into getting new lighting for the choir; they have been doing some repairs in the parsonage but nothing significant at this time. (2) The Deacons, represented by the Chairman, Roger Barnett, reported that the Senior Adult Meal has been scheduled for August 3, 2013. A retired music director from Frankfort, Kentucky will do the special program with the musical theme of George Beverly Shea. (3) The Elevator Committee, represented by David England, reported that they are still waiting for another bid next week and hope to be able to present more information to the church at the next Business Meeting. (4) Bro. Steve reports that he started a new submission of a daily thought called, "At Break of Day" on the Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church Facebook page and the church website every morning and has noted a good response with one day having over 200 hits. (5) New Business was presented by David England. He said many have expressed the desire to upgrade the video system in the church and would like to have a designated fund set up for this. He made the motion and it was approved to do this. Roger Barnett made a motion afterwards to form a Video Committee consisting of David England, Ernest Carol Taylor, Josh England, and Josh Veatch to check into upgraded systems and costs. This was also voted on and approved.

The regular monthly Business Meeting was held on August 7, 2013. (1) The Associational Music Night will take place at Springfield Baptist Church on September 15, 2013. Jim Sabo, Sr. (Minister of Music) reported that the choir is practicing to participate in this event. Sunday Evening Services will be dismissed at MHBC so members may attend. (2) Bob Moore, representative of the Trustee Committee, reported that the air conditioner replacement is almost completed and that Steve Morris is looking into improving the lighting in the sanctuary. (3) Roger Barnett, Chairman of the Deacons, reported that they are in the process of getting five bids for the insurance needs of the church; he reported that there were 46 people in attendance at the Senior Adult Meal that took place last Saturday night. (4) Bro. Steve reminded everyone about Judgement House that takes place in September (Tracy Cochran reported that reservations are filling up fast); the Men's Skeet Shoot/Fish Fry will take place on August 24th and it is a good time to invite men to MHBC that may not ordinarily attend regular services; The Women's Weekend Event will take place on September 7th and 8th; Bro. Steve is planning weekly sermon's based on the Ten Commandments in the coming weeks; Everyone is encouraged to participate in "Committee Night" to choose Chairs for the church committees for the coming year on September 7th in the Fellowship Hall; (5) Tracy Cochran reported that AWANA will resume meetings on September 8th after having the summer off. (6) Ernest Carol Taylor, representative of the Elevator Committee, reports the another quote has recently been received and Isaac Tatum, Building Contractor, took measurements last week and they're expecting a bid from him soon. (7) Bob Moore reports that the Trustees continue to look into repairing the parsonage. (8) A motion was made and approved to add Sam Graham to the Video Committee. (9) Bob Moore made a motion and it was approved to lock in the price for LP gas at $1.79 from July, 2013 to March, 2014. (10) Josh Veatch, representative of the Nominating Committee, presented the Nominating Committee Report for the new church year. It was approved as read. (11) It was reported that there will be an Deacon Ordination Service on Sunday Night, August 25th, for Steve Morris and Josh Veatch.

On August 21, 2013, a "Baptism in the River" was performed by Bro. Steve Skaggs for Taylor Nelson. Everyone met at the church for Wednesday night services and then travelled to the river to a spot made available by Donnie Veatch.

The Men's Skeet Shoot and Fish Fry was held on August 24, 2013 at Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. There were around over 80 men in attendance. Many used their favorite scatterguns to bust some clays; some just watched the action from lawn chairs. A meal of fried fish and all the trimmings was enjoyed after the shoot. What a great time of fun and fellowship!

There was a Deacon Ordination Service on Sunday Night, August 25th, for Steve Morris and Josh Veatch.

There was a baby dedication during the Morning Worship Service on September 1, 2013 for Robby Kyle Smith, son of Robin and Kyle Smith. He was born July 5, 2013. The ceremony was performed by Bro. Steve Skaggs with Mark Speer (representative of the church body) participating in the ceremony and leading the prayer.

The monthly Business Meeting was held on September 4, 2013. (1) Bro. Steve reported that there are now over 150 women signed up for the Women's Brunch to be held on September 7th. (2) Bob Moore, representing the Trustees, reported that the air condition installation has been completed. He laughed and reported the complaint now is that "it's too cold". (3) Ernest Taylor, representative of the Elevator Committee, reports that they are still waiting for an estimate from Isaac Tatum which they hopefully will be able to provide at the next meeting. (4) Steve Morris, representing the Trustees, reported that they are still working on getting information from professionals about what it will take to repair the parsonage. (5) Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons, reported that they are working on getting bids for van insurance which is due in October. (6) Bob Moore made a motion (it was seconded and approved) to amend the prepaid cost of gas for the church to use this winter to $1.44/gallon for 2000 gallons as a result of making a high volume purchase.(7) Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons, made a motion (as a result of a recommendation at the Deacon's Meeting) to purchase a notebook computer for Bro. Steve and Jim Sabo, Jr. amended the motion to include a cost of $1000 or less. The motion was seconded and approved. (8) Todd Hardin made a motion, and it was approved, to start the process to have another church directory done (the last one was done in 2006); The people selected to serve on the Directory Committee are: McKenzie Hardin, Kim Skaggs, Todd Hardin, Steve Morris, Rhonda Cobb, and Nick Cobb. (9) The following members are selected to serve as Messengers for the upcoming Associational Meeting to be held on October 7, 2013 at Lebanon Baptist Church: Bro. Steve Skaggs, Elizabeth Farmer, Arlene Mullins, and Josephine Holderman.

A Women's Brunch was held on Saturday, September 7, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon. Over 150 women attended. The tables were decorated special for the event by members of the church and the meal was catered by Wanda Buckler. Several men dressed in white shirts, black ties, and black pants, served the meals to the women. Special musical entertainment was done by Fern Thomas, a junior music major at Campbellsville University. The guest speaker was Sharon Cicardo who spoke on "Relationships: It's Who You Know that Counts". Sharon shared about dealing with some really difficult times and people in her life including her dad and daughter, and how God was there through it all.

The church family was very saddened upon the death of Joyce Ann Maupin Payne on September 14, 2013 at the age of 79. She served for many years as a Sunday School teacher and on multiple committees. She helped with a lot of other church and community activities. She will be greatly missed.

On September 15, 2013, Perfect Attendance Awards were presented in the Morning Worship Service to the  following people: Carlie Veatch (1 year), Allison Sallee (6 years), Michelle Gribbin (11 years), Anita Lanham (11 years), Jessica Veatch (12 years), Kelsey Veatch (14 years), Josh Veatch (25 years), and Elizabeth Farmer (27 years).

During the church year of September 1, 2012 to August 31, 2013 there were:

• 10 additions by baptism and 5 by letter
• The Sunday School Attendance average was 124
• The Sunday Morning Worship Service average was 211
• Vacation Bible School Enrollment was 198
• Organizational Structure for 2012 - 2013
• Those receiving Perfect Attendance Awards were: Carlie Veatch (1 year), Allison Sallee (6 years), Michelle Gribbin (11 years), Anita Lanham (11 years), Jessica Veatch (12 years), Kelsey Veatch (14 years), Josh Veatch (25 years), and Elizabeth Farmer (27 years).
• The recorded deaths were:
  • Jerry Clarkson
  • Carl Wilcher, Sr.
  • Bruce Buckman
  • Gloria Mays Hill
  • Francis Emogene Farmer
  • Carl Willard Farmer
  • Donna Yates Routin
  • Gary Wayne Benningfield

Judgement House is a walk through drama in which you travel to the judgement room, hell scene, and heaven scene to visually understand what the Bible says about eternal life. This dramatization was done on 6 nights in September, 2013 at Lebanon Baptist Church and was a collaboration of 5 churches, including Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church. Over 2400 people attended. Praise the Lord as important decision were made: 189 Profession of Faith, 274 Re-dedications, and 150 Prayer Requests. Thank you to all the volunteers who made this possible.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on October 9, 2013. (1) Steve Morris, representing the Trustee Committee, reported that they are currently awaiting a proposal from Branscum Construction, a contractor who looked at both the parsonage and elevator. They hope to receive the proposal within the next week. (2) David England, representing the Elevator Committee, reported that they are still waiting on a bid from Isaac Tatum. (3) Mckenzie Hardin, representing the Directory Committee, reported that the committee has put up signs and posted information on the church website, where appointments can be made. She noted that contacts will be made telling how to get an appointment scheduled. Life Touch will be in charge of the pictures, which will be made on November 22, 23, 25, and 26. McKenzie Hardin reported that members can set up their own appointments online at www.muldraughhill.org or she will be bringing her computer to church to help those with no computer access make an appointment. (4) Sam Graham, Chairman of Deacons, reported reported that the deacons met on September 29, 2013, at 5:30 with 7 deacons and the pastor present. They discussed insurance bids and several other items. He reported that the minister of youth, Caleb Browning, came to the meeting to outline youth activities from now until August 2014. The deacons had one recommendation under new business. (5) Bro. Steve reported that he is waiting on a membership program before purchasing a laptop computer. (6) As New Business, the deacons recommended that Ernest Taylor and Debbie Farris be authorized to sign any and all documents related to beginning insurance coverage with Claude Reynolds Insurance Agency through Brotherhood Mutual. Motion made and carried

Rev. Bruce Hullette, pastor of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church from March 1969 to December 1974, passed away on October 18, 2013. Click for details of his obituary. The present church parsonage was started and completed while he was pastor of MHBC. Bro. Hullette returned several times over the years for homecomings and revivals. He was a faithful servant of God and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on November 6, 2013. (1) McKenzie Hardin, representing the Directory Committee, reported that there have now been 135 families signed up to have pictures made and they have had to add another camera to November 25th because there were no other time slots available. They are already booking families for the additional spots. (2) Ernest Taylor reports that the insurance on the van and bus have been finalized and paid. (3) In New Business, Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons made a recommendation, it was voted on and approved, to have the following people serve on the 2014 Stewardship Committee: Carolyn Morris, Mark Speer, Trent Pyles, Jean Sallee, and Carol Reynolds. (4) Also in New Business, Mark Speer, representing the Deacons, made a motion for the church to pay a $600 fee for the script for the Judgement House for this next year as the church verbally committed to be the host of the event for the second year. Also, he asks that the church be mindful of the added expenses that were incurred by the host church, Lebanon Baptist Church, this past year such as doubling electric bill, increased water bill, etc. and think of ways to help with these expenses next time. The motion was voted on and approved. (5) Bro. Steve will be attending the upcoming Kentucky Baptist convention and a motion was made to have him serve as messenger for the church. This was voted on and approved.

The "Hanging of the Greens" service was held at 7:00 p.m. on December 1, 2013. It was entitled, "New Life at Christmas". New Christians, who had made Professions of Faith decisions in the past year, participated in the program and pre-school children presented the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus in costume. The sanctuary was very beautiful after greenery, holly, and lights were added during the process of the service.

Exie Shively, the oldest member of Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church at age 103, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2013. See the attached obituary for details.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on December 4, 2013. (1) Steve Morris, representing the Trustee Committee, reported that they received a bid of $83,000 to repair the basement of the parsonage. It was rejected and they are seeking other options. (2) McKenzie Hardin, Chairman of the Directory Committee, says they ending up having 139 families photographed. So far, the church has only had to pay for the postage. She made a motion to have the church pay $100/page for two more pages for activities which was voted on and approved. (3) Carol Reynolds, Chairman of the Stewardship Committee presented the proposed budget for the fiscal church year of 2014 and made a motion that it be approved as presented. The total budget has been decreased from $221,570.15 last year to $208,786.87 this year with the monthly average collection decreasing from $4,260.97 to $4,015.14. The budget was voted on and approved as presented.

On Sunday, December 15, 2013, the Sanctuary Choir presented their Christmas Cantata during the Morning Worship Service. AWANA presented their Christmas Program, "An-Out-Of-The-Box Christmas" at 6:00 p.m. in the Evening Worship Service.

December 22, 2013 - Praise the Lord! $29,067,67 was collected for the annual White Christmas Offering! Of that, $6,476.67 was designated for special funds such as the cemetery fund, video fund, music fund, elevator fund, building fund, Operation Christmas Child fund, and Lottie Moon Offering. $22,591.00 to be used in the general fund.
A Special offering was collected and then presented to the following people as a Thank You gift for their service this past year: The musicians, Wanda Bucker, Martha Whitehouse, Amanda Farmer, and Annette Dennison; the custodian, Anita Lanham; the secretary, Debbie Farris; the Youth Director, Caleb Browning; the Music Director, Jim Sabo, Sr.; and Bro. Steve and Shirley Skaggs.

The annual Christmas Eve Candlelight Service was held on December 24th at 6:00 p.m. Members participated as representatives of new birth, new decisions of faith, deaths in the past year, and recent marriages. It's one of the most moving and favorite services of the year.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on January 8, 2014. (1) Bro. Steve reported that the Birthday Meal will take place on January 19th after the Morning Worship Service. The church is planning a Marriage Retreat sometime in February. The notebook computer has been purchased and is being used. He expressed thanks to the Media Persons: McKenzie Hardin, who manages the church Facebook page (noted how many people  have viewed various postings), and Kaylene Poff, who manages the church website. Each of these are a way of witnessing to others. He reported that they had a Deacon Retreat on Saturday, January 4th. Two deacons were not able to be there due to working but a lot was accomplished. (2) David England, representing the Elevator Committee, reported they have narrowed the choice to a single phase elevator and have narrowed the contractors to three. (3) In new business, Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons, made two recommendations: (a) The implementation of a Mission and Outreach Committee made up of the following persons: Shirley Farmer, Mark Speer, Kim Skaggs, Tracy Cochran, Steve Morris, and Lequita Barnett. (b) The implementation of a Women's Mission Committee made up of the following persons: Shirley Skaggs, Shirley Farmer, McKenzie Hardin, and Latricia Speer. The formation of both of these committees were voted on and approved. (4) Sam Graham also made a motion to fill three positions that were vacated upon the death of Joyce Payne: (a) Charlotte Benningfield to be added to the History Committee, (b) Adam Poff to be added to the Financial Advisor Committee, and (c) Josh Veatch to be added to the Constitution and By-Laws Committee. A fourth position with a person to the be added to the Associational Executive Board Committee is yet to be determined. These additions were voted on and approved.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on February 5, 2014. (1) Bro. Steve reports that he is working with Rev. Phil Schultz, Executive Director of Jefferson Street Baptist Center, in Louisville to plan a Youth Group Trip on March 22nd. They will enjoy a meal together in route to the center. They will help with specific projects that Rev. Phil Schultz plans for them. Then they will have a chapel program with the puppets at 5:30, followed by a meal provided by MHBC to feed those at the center. Bro. Steve also said the Marriage Retreat will have to be postponed. The Senior Adults are planning to take a trip to Pennsylvania Amish Country the second full week in May and plan to stay 5 days and 4 nights. Bro. Steve said the church is also planning a "Cabin Fever Fellowship" on February 23rd evening in which there will be a Men's Chili Cook-off for everyone else in attendance to taste. (2) The Chairman of the Audit Committee, Andrea Morrison (Latricia Speer and Kelly Carney were also present), reported that they met with the church secretary, Debbie Farris, on January 29th and audited the Treasury report for the previous year ending December 31, 2013. Everything was in good order with some minor recommendations regarding voiding 5 checks from the registry that have not cleared the bank and have dates between 1994 and 2008. The report was voted on and approved to be accepted as presented. (3) Bro. Steve reported that there is $28 is left in the pre-payment of $2,880 for gas for the church (locked in at $1.44/gallon). It was voted on and approved for more money to be added as needed to finish out the locked in rate that is good until March 31, 2014.

The Elevator Committee enclosed information in the bulletin on March 2, 2014 with an update to the congregations regarding the progress for the installation of the elevator. See attachments: Report and Floor Plan

Caleb Browning made an announcement after the Morning Worship Service on March 2, 2014 that he will be resigning as Youth Director. He had already submitted his resignation to Bro. Steve and the Personnel Committee is now in the process of accepting resumes as they search for a replacement for this position.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on March 5, 2014. (1) Jim Sabo, Sr. reports that the Easter Cantata has been scheduled for April 13th. (2) Bro. Steve reported that the youth are still planning a trip to the Jefferson Street Baptist Center on March 22; the GA's are having a slumber party on March 7th and will be making care packages for the youth to take on the 22nd; Men's Day has been scheduled for March 30th; the trip for the Senior Adults has been finalized to Pennsylvania May 12th - 16th; the locked rate for propane gas as reported last month had expired so the tank was filled today at $2.127/gallon. (3) McKenzie Hardin, Chairman of the Directory Committee reports that the directory will be sent for print on March 11th and expected to be available for distribution to the members as soon as March 17th; a CD of the family pictures has been made available to her and will soon be added to the church website for viewing (4) New Business was presented by Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons. The deacons made a recommendation and motion for the church to enter an agreement with The Western Recorder Newsletter at $10/family (times 193 families) per year and $15 dollars per monthly newsletter to have the back page be devoted to Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church news. This will be an additional avenue of reaching more church members of the community and spreading the news of activities and functions going on at Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on April 9, 2014. (1) Bro. Steve reported that the youth trip to Jefferson Street Baptist Center was well received and enjoyed by all who participated. The Directory has been received and is being distributed to members. The Western Recorder publication and newsletter will be sent out to members beginning in June. Super Attendance Sunday and the Easter Cantata by the Adult Choir is planned for April 13th. He also reported that they had about 120 children participating in the annual Easter Egg Hunt held before tonight's Business Meeting. No new business.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on May 7, 2014. (1) Bro. Steve reports that 12 members will be participating in the Pennsylvania trip next week. He is still working on getting a mission trip formed for this summer. The History Committee is working on activities for the 140 Anniversary coming up in November. (2) In New Business, Steve Morris reported that the Parsonage walls have been stabilized and considered safe by the Trustees. A building contactor and architect still suggest doing a "dead man anchor" to support it further but they are not looking to pursue this avenue. Steve made a motion to form a committee to look into further needs for remodeling the parsonage with these members recommended to form the committee: Bob Moore, Mark Speer, Shirley Farmer, Jessica Veatch, Rhonda Cobb, and Trent Pyles. The motion was approved. (3) Also in New Business, Ernest Carol Taylor, representing the Personnel Committee, reports that the Minister of Youth, Caleb Browning, will be leaving the position as of May 11th. The Personnel Committee made a motion to create a new position of "Interim Youth Minister" to cover the position immediately while in the process of searching for a new Minister of Youth. This motion was approved after reviewing the job description as lay out by the Personnel Committee. Another motion was made that this be a paid position instead of volunteer as it has been done in the past and suggested a monetary amount of $125 per week. This motion was voted on and approved. A third motion was made to hire Erin Cox to serve in this interim position as she has expressed she would be willing to do this. This motion was voted on and approved. (4) Also in New Business, Steve Morris gave a report regarding the need for computer software to keep track of members, addresses, and other church details. After much research, he suggests a software package used by Elkhorn Baptist Church called Servant Keeper and the one time license fee for 3 computers (specifically for the computers of Bro. Steve, Charlotte Benningfield, and Debbie Farris) would cost under $1,000. There is a training for use of this software taking place in Louisville in June with this reduced rate. He made a motion that we purchase this software. This motion was voted on and approved. (4) McKenzie Farris Hardin reports that she talked to the Youth Minister at Lebanon Baptist Church and that she has some terrific ideas that she would be glad to discuss with our Personnel Committee, pastor, and Interim Youth Minister if desired. Bro. Steve said he will look into getting this arranged.

May 11, 2014 - Mother's Day was celebrated during the Morning Worship Service.

May 12th-16th, 2014 - Twelve MHBC Senior Adults took a trip to Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country and viewed the musical story of “Moses” at Sight and Sound Theatre which was the centerpiece of the trip.

May 25, 2014 - A special Memorial Service to remember our family and friends who died with special recognition of those who passed away in the past year.

The Monthly Business Meeting was held on June 4, 2014. (1) Tracy Cochran reports that the Judgement House production is being planned for the 2nd and 3rd week of September on Wednesday through Saturday nights each week. (2) Tracy Cochran reports that AWANA will not be meeting over the summer months and will resume in the fall. They have been averaging 30 students and 12-15 leaders each meeting. (3) Bro. Steve Skaggs reports that Youth Vacation Bible School begins tonight through Saturday. Children's Vacation Bible School is next week with Parent's Night on Saturday. They will have a magician, bouncy, hot dogs, cotton candy, etc. Bro. Steve also reports that he and Debbie Farris are scheduled to go to Louisville on June 23rd for the computer software class that was discussed at last month's meeting. He also reports that they have a Mission Trip scheduled to Stanton, Kentucky from June 23rd to 28th with some construction planned but mostly with the intention of having Vacation Bible School at the facility and as as Backyard VBS in the town housing area. He is very excited about this opportunity to witness and evangelize in an area that has a very big need. (4) In new Business, Sam Graham, Chairman of the Deacons, made a recommendation with a motion to purchase a notebook computer for Debbie Farris, church secretary, with the costs not to exceed $1,000. The motion was voted on and approved.

June 4 - 7 (Youth) and June 9 - 14, 2014 (children age toddler to 6th grade) - Muldraugh Hill Baptist Church had Vacation Bible School for youth in grades 7-12 June 4-7 and for children age toddler through sixth grade June 9-14 each 6 to 8:30 PM. Children learned to “discover, decide, and defend” faith in Christ through Bible study, crafts, music, and games plus enjoyed food nightly. Saturday June 14 was family night featuring Christian magician David Garrard. There were games for the kids as well as food for everyone as the children celebrate all they have learned. Because of reaching and exceeding the goal of raising at least $700 to help Sunrise Children's Home, Bro. Steve was made into a human sundae by the children. What a fun time for everyone!

June 15, 2014 - Father's Day was celebrated during the Morning Worship Service.

June 16-20, 2014 - Thanks to our team to Stanton and Clay City this week that worked with kids through VBS and an outdoor Bible School. They are: Stacy Bartley, Shelby Carney, Annette Dennison, Shirley Farmer, Melody Mays, Beth, Lexi and Aubrietia Osborne, Jessica Veatch, and Kellie Wise. They have done a great job of sharing the gospel of Christ with children and parents who need to know of God's love. Thanks ladies!

The regular Monthly Business Meeting was held on July 9, 2014. (1) Bro. Steve Skaggs reported that the Mission Team held Bible School at Stanton Baptist with around 100 in attendance. There were around 30 children there during the day from 11:00 to 1:00. They felt they sowed some seeds while there. He also reported that the Servant Keeper software was purchased. Currently, members are being asked to complete information forms for their families. He reported that the Back to School Bash will be held Friday, August 1st. The Men’s Skeet Shoot and Pig Roast will be held August 16th, and a women’s event is also being planned. The Fall Renewal Weekend will be Aug. 23 & 24. Bro Rickey Letson, from Laurens, South Carolina First Baptist Church will be here. He will lead a Saturday morning session for teachers and leaders with a 10:00 brunch, and preach the Sunday morning and night services. The W.M.U. will sponsor lunch on Sunday, which will raise money for the mission offering. A laptop was purchased for Debbie Farris. This laptop is like Bro. Steve’s and will be used to implement the Service Keeper program and for other Church business. The Harrodsburg First Baptist Church Choir will come to sing on Sunday, July 27th, at 7:00 P.M. The Senior Adult Meal will be Saturday, Aug. 2nd. (2)Tracy Cochran reported that The Judgement House Committee has met a lot and recently placed volunteers in the needed positions. They will have an important meeting on July 31, at 6:00 P.M. at Lebanon Baptist Church. (3) Mark Speer, representing the Parsonage Committee, reported they had met with some contractors and are accepting bids on remodeling projects.  (4) David England, representing the Elevator Committee, reported that the architect and engineers have made adjustments and revised the drawings. The drawings were submitted to the State last Friday for review, and hopefully approval. There is a 45 day average time span for the review to be completed. David wants the Church to realize that the whole process takes time due to safety concerns and the six entities involved that must abide by building codes and regulations. If anyone has questions about the process, they should contact one of the committee members. (5) Sam Graham, representing the Deacons, made a motion per recommendation of the Deacons, of the following people to serve on the Nominating Committee for 2014-2015: Sam Graham, Larry Bright, Ann Lee, Margaret Pyles, Elizabeth Farmer, Nick Cobb, Donnie Veatch, and Bro. Steve Skaggs. (6) Anita Lanham made a motion and it was approved that we contract with Coit to clean the carpet at a total cost of $377.25.

The regular Monthly Business Meeting was held on August 6, 2014. (1) Elizabeth Farmer reports that the WMU are still planning to sponsor lunch on Sunday, August 24th, with the donations collected being used to support missions. (2) Jim Sabo, Sr. reports that the adult choir will be singing in Springfield on September 21st. (3) Ernest Carol Taylor, representing the  Personnel Committee, reports that they have received several resumes, including Erin Cox, for the position of Minister of Youth. Since Campbellsville University is just getting started back for the Fall Semester they plan to continue to receive resumes until September 15th. (4) Bro. Steve reports he, Debbie Farris, and Charlotte Benningfield are updating the membership information using the new software program that was purchased last month. He also noted dates of upcoming events such as: the Men's Skeet Shoot and Pig Roast on August 16th, the Women's Lunch to be on September 6th with Woman's Day on September 7th with women leading the services. He still needs men to volunteer to serve the meal for the Women's Lunch. The Fall Renewal Revival has been moved to October 18th and 19th due to conflicts of the evangelist. All the committees are to meet on September 7th evening to determine who is the chairman of each committee and to set goals. The History Committee will be meeting tonight to continue planning the activities for the 140th Celebration in November. (5) In New Business, Ernest Carol Taylor presented to the members that if the church agrees to purchase a minimum of 2000 gallons of fuel for the coming season they can lock in the rate at $1.69/gallon. The rate at present time is $1.86 and it can fluctuate up or down. It was voted on and approved to lock the rate in as presented. Also in New Business, Sam Graham (Chairman of the Deacons) had Ernest Carol Taylor present the Wedding Policy and Amendment with the proposed changes addressing the need to identify marriage being Biblical between one man and one woman. It was voted on and approved to accept this recommendation for change in the policy. Also, in New Business, Nick Cobb, representative of the Nominating Committee, presented the Nominating Committee Report for the new church year. It was approved as read.

The Men’s Skeet Shoot and Pig Roast was held on August 16, 2014 at 4 P.M. The special guest speaker was Jeff Eaton. Approximately 70 men  participated in the event.

Updated 06/26/2017