Report of the

Bible Fellowship Church Homes, Inc.

              The work of God in and through the ministry of Bible Fellowship Church Homes, Inc. is one in which we need to heed Paul’s advice to Timothy to endure hardship as a soldier, compete as an athlete who follows the rules, and to share in the first-fruits as a hard working farmer. It is a joy to realize that a faithful commitment to Christian principles results in enjoying the fruit of one’s labors.

              The Board of Directors of Bible Fellowship Church Homes, Inc. met four times during the year. The Board revised its bylaws and established new meeting dates to facilitate the date of Annual Conference. The finances of the corporation and of all the divisions have manifested growth in stability. Steven Schlegel is to be commended for his faithfulness and development as a fine Director of Finances. It must also be stated that the annual inspections at both facilities resulted in only a very small number of deficiencies, none of which related to direct patient care. The patient care portion of the inspection at Fellowship Manor has been deficient free for two years.

              The Home in Nazareth has had a good year. The Lord has blessed in providing almost 100% occupancy and a loyal staff. James Ernst, the administrator, has performed commendably and has provided excellent maintenance of the buildings. A buried fuel tank has been removed and a new heating boiler capable of being fired by either natural gas or fuel oil has been installed. The finances reflect stability with a moderate increase in assets.

              Fellowship Community has opened the first phase of the Court apartments with five units occupied; for two units down payments have been received; one unit is used as a model; and down payments have been received for reservations in the next series to be constructed. Musslemen Court is a reality and the prospects for future growth are very good.

              Fellowship Manor has also had an occupancy rate exceeding budget projections. The staff has been providing excellent care. This can be assessed with a good degree of accuracy because almost 50% of our referrals are by word-of-mouth and a large percentage of admissions are directly from their homes. The department heads are also to be commended. Fellowship Manor has hired a new administrator, Mr. Robert Zentz, who is a member of Bethel Bible Fellowship Church, Emmaus, PA. Before coming to Fellowship Manor, Mr. Zentz retired as the Vice President of Patient (nursing) Services at Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown, PA. Bob brings a wealth of experience and practical experience to the position. God has directed in providing a man of His choosing.

              A new maintenance building has been constructed out of the proceeds of the sale of the farm property. This was necessary because the farm property provided for this need. One of the two undeveloped areas on the ground floor of the Manor has been fully developed into a multipurpose chapel, a large meeting room, and offices for a Receptionist, President, Financial Director, and the newly created position of a Chaplain.

              Offerings of $26,934.00 have been received from the churches. Donations for both the Home and the Manor have been received on Bible Fellowship Church Homes Sunday which is Grandparents’ Day in the amount of $3,595.

              The final word is that of praise and thanksgiving to our God and Savior for His wonderful provision for this ministry. The needs are being met financially and the staff at each facility is accepted as God’s gracious provision of people who truly care for others. Because of His redemption for our sins, we respond with a heart of gratitude.

              Note that the financial report prepared by Steven Schlegel is a condensation of the full financial report audited by W.N.Serfass & Co. The fiscal year of Bible Fellowship Church Homes, Inc. is from July 1, 1994 to June 30, 1995. Because of the nature of financial reporting required by Federal and State agencies, it is not feasible to change to the fiscal year coinciding with the calendar year.

Board of Directors, Bible Fellowship Church Homes, Inc: James A. Beil, Chairman & President; Robert W. Smock, Vice Chairman; Karen Uhrich, Secretary; William H. Bartron, LeRoy S. Heller, James G. Koch, Robin Musselman, Glenn D. Ruoss, Gene W. Smith, Dean A. Stortz, John W. Trauch, Doris W. Wire.