1. The Zion Lutheran Church Council met on January 10, 2012. Pastor Sherven announced his retirement effective June 30, 2012. 2. Committee reports were provided. The worship committee will look into a new organ tuner to save money. The health committee is preparing for various events and the parish nurse position. 3. Financially, 2011 was Zion's most positive year-end in years. The proposed 2012 budget shows a small surplus. 4. Under new business, the council discussed updating the office computers. Pastor Sherven's letter of resignation was read, with his last day on May 20 and effective retirement on June 30, 2012.