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Gathering The
meeting opened @ 7:37 p.m. Donna Gibbons from Health Ministry provided
the devotions.
We reviewed our Covenant, and will “keep it in mind” as we proceed
through our meeting.
Preparing
The January 7, January 26, and March 4, 2002 Council Minutes were
unavailable. Deb Stopper will have them completed for our next meeting.
The March 12, 2002 Special Council Meeting Minutes were reviewed.
MOTION by Wayne Christiansen, SECONDED by Fred Gehlhaar:
APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE MARCH 12, 20002 MEETING WITH THE FOLLOWING
CORRECTIONS: DATE (March 12, 2002), AND SPELLING OF THE NAMES OF DEN
GRAEBER AND LAUREN MARTINICH.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Committee Reports:
The preliminary March Treasurers’ reports were not yet available.
Health Ministry: Donna provided a written report, no Council
action necessary. We are participating in “Relay for Life” – Jan
Martinich is coordinating.
Management: Den provided a written report. We are still waiting
on special wording for a motion on the housing allocation for Pastor
Rick & Pastor Cindy.
MOTION by Fred Gehlhaar, SECONDED by Wayne Christiansen:
APPROVE GARY REED AS A MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEMBER.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Discussion surrounded paying benevolence on the givings to the Building
Fund. Historically we have always done this, based on the biblical
teaching of “first fruit givings.” It was decided that the Stewardship
Committee would publicize the way the offerings/givings are distributed.
We also considered changing the name from “building fund” to “mortgage”
the next time envelopes are ordered.
Fred Gehlhaar discussed the possibility of an “archival committee.” Some
historical records are scattered around, and we need to gather that
information and maintain them in one location. Bob Eichelberger
discussed the possibility of giving that responsibility to the Library
Committee. Fred indicated that both Fred Rousch and Mary Gehlhaar are
interested in working on this task; however, funds need to be allocated.
He asked that the Management Committee discuss at their next meeting.
Melissa Goschka asked about the status of the direct deposit option. No
activity as of yet. Management needs to give this further consideration.
Memorial: No report.
Outreach: No written report. No Council action. Per Bob
Eichelberger, they are working on a joint project with the youth
committee to do some yard work for congregation members on April 13, 20
and possibly May 11, and looking for volunteers to assist. The church
grounds clean-up day is also scheduled for April 20. Per Pastor Rick,
there are “a whole bunch of catechism kids who need community service
hours.”
Also, this committee is reviewing information received on a “Newcomer
Ministry Coordinator “ program, in an effort to get new members involved
in the congregation. On April 14, the Outreach Committee is sponsoring
an Italian Potluck following the 10:30 service.
Parish Education: Chris provided a written report. No Council
action needed. As the Sunday School offerings were also down, they
created a small envelope program, so that the kids are involved in the
givings. It was successful.
Property: Ernie provided a written report. No Council action
needed. Noted April 20 clean-up day.
Stewardship: Melissa provided a written report for February (no
March meeting). No Council action needed. Working on an endowment fund
program. Looking for feedback on the commitment program this year – drop
information in Melissa’s or Holly Plunkett’s mailbox.
Worship: Jane provided a written report. Two “fifth” Sunday
services this year. We were looking at a brunch for June and a potluck
in September. Are any committees interested in organizing one of these
meals (Worship will do the other)? Per Donna, Health Ministries has a
potluck in August, in conjunction with the outdoor service. Melissa will
check with the Stewardship Committee. Additionally, the compilation of
the surveys completed on behalf of the 3rd Worship Coordinating Team is
in progress. This committee will meet on April 3rd to complete the task.
Youth: Wayne provided a written report.
MOTION by Wayne Christiansen, SECONDED by Bob Eichelberger:
APPROVE TERESA BARCY AS A MEMBER OF THE YOUTH COMMITTEE.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Pastor's Report: Pastor Rick provided a written report. He thanked
the Worship Committee and Jane personally for the mid-week Lenten and
Holy Week services. He will be leaving on Wednesday for a few days of
vacation.
Pastor Cindy: Provided a written report. She was in Northwest
Ohio on March 21 meeting with that Synod. One position is available
there, but they will not be ready to interview until May. There is the
possibility that another position will become available in that area in
October. She’ll be contacting other Synod offices to get familiar with
them, and vice versa.
Other Reports:
Pastor Rick provided an update on the “Healthy Congregations Workshop.”
He distributed a copy of a compilation of notes from the attendees at
that meeting (Pastor Rick, Pastor Cindy, Bob & Karen Eichelberger). He
reviewed the notes and explained a few of the concepts presented at this
meeting. Some of these ideas are incorporated in the Bridgebuilder
concept. We were informed that the Bridgebuilder concept is 100%
successful, but the congregation needs to be successful with the
implementation of the concepts presented.
Update on meeting with Bishop Hansen: Den stated that the Bishop advised
the necessity of completing the entire Bridgebuilder program the way it
is currently configured. Individual interviews are an integral part of
the process. Question: what other avenues do we have? Response: If we
have a few families and/or individuals that are causing conflict, the
Synod would meet with them individually, in lieu of the Bridgebuilder
concept, which affects the entire congregation.
Wayne believes that the Bishop felt it would be a good idea for us to
proceed with this program. Remember, this will require 100% cooperation
from the Council, individually and collectively, for the process to be
worthwhile and effective. We’re going to have to work at it, to get
through this process and build a vision for the future.
Question: How much time are we committing to? We need to set a calendar,
determine the length of the sessions, and decide if we can do this. We
reviewed the “Bridgebuilder Intervention Process Design” outline. We
need to find out exactly what the time requirements are, and then work
with them on completing the schedule. Perhaps we can obtain a generic
schedule with an understanding of the length of time involved, and then
discuss specific meeting times.
MOTION by Matt Cermak, SECONDED by Bill Paulins:
PURSUE THE BRIDGEBUILDERS PROCESS
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. Serving
Correspondence: None
Old Business: Question: what has happened to the CYVA training?
John & Carol Weigel have picked this up, and are ready to do training.
New Business:
• MOTION by Wayne Christiansen, SECONDED by Matt Cermak:
ALLOW BOY SCOUT TROOP 645 TO USE OUR PARKING LOT FOR A CAR WASH ON JUNE
15TH.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
• Synod Assembly registration – To date, Kelly White is the sole
representative for this meeting to be held at the Holiday Inn South on
May 19, 20 & 21. We need a male delegate. Den will contact Phil Hill &
Mike Proper to see if they are interested.
MOTION by Bob Eichelberger, SECONDED by Donna Gibbons:
APPROVE KELLY WHITE AS A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SYNOD ASSEMBLY.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
• Bank signature card – Barb Paulins & Fred Koos will need to sign.
• MOTION by Chris Frysinger, SECONDED by Wayne Christiansen:
THAT THE BAND BE ALLOWED TO USE THE CHURCH PARKING LOT ON APRIL 27 FOR A
FOOD CANOPY, IN THE EVENT THAT THE SPACE IS NEEDED. THIS AREA WILL BE
USED TO SUPPLY DRINKS AND REFRESHMENTS TO THOSE WORKING THE CAR WASH.
THERE WILL BE NO SALES, AND NO ACCESS TO THE CHURCH.
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
We then reviewed the Church Council Planning Calendar, and scheduled the
next meeting for Monday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 |
