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Top of Page CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2008, 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Dave Resch, Pam Herrmann, Doug Wagoner, Chris Davis, Louise Carlson, Greg Wedin, Lee Hanson, Lisa Style. Gerald Harris, John Raske.
Also Present: Kathy Remus, Dennis Davis, Tracie Fegley, Pastor Brad, Pastor Kristi.
President Dave Resch called the meeting to order. Lee Hanson led devotions.
Treasurer Report was presented by Tracie Fegley. M/S/C to approve report.
Secretary Report was reviewed. M/S/C to approve as printed.
Membership Report: Transfers out were Kelly Roberts (Harms), Heather Johnson (Adrian). Moved but not transferred, Brent and Katie Olson, Emmett and Ella; Joanna Osborn and Mia.
Use of Church Property: June 21 - Age to Age Concert 7:30 p.m.
June 28 - Dahlke Bridal Shower 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
July 13 - Rothfusz Anniversary
M/S/C to approve above requests
Ministry Team Member changes/additions - no changes were reported.
Pastor Brad’’s Report: Pr Brad handed out his agenda for the coming weeks which includes
getting reintegrated into the routine and changes at Christ Lutheran upon his return, two weddings, Synod assembly convention, member visits, canoe trip, and staff meetings.
Pastor Kristi's Report: Pr Kristi highlighted her printed report, especially the June 1st worship with Bishop John, and Monday night contemporary services beginning June 16th at 7:00 p.m. M/S/C by the Council to order large print music for the new hymnal and to pay for the license to copy. These copies can then be distributed to our members who will benefit from the large print. Pr Kristi also presented the MCAR Essential Personnel report from McLeod Co Public Health Nursing Service. Several key people from CLC will need to attend a program in June addressing how to set up a pandemic influenza plan.
Cheryl Leiferman, Education Coordinator: Cheryl's printed report was reviewed, including the calendar for the 2008-2009 Sunday School year. A new curriculum has been selected from several that were reviewed by some of the teachers, clergy and education staff. The program chosen is called Seasons of the Spirit. It is a three year curriculum for all ages based on the lectionary cycle for each year. The Sunday School lesson each week will match the lesson for that Sunday in Church.
Kathy Remus: Light and Life Articles are due into the church office for June & July combined by May 23rd. Kathy will be on vacation June 23-27 and Jeannie Pagel will be in the church office that week.
Video Tech Task Force; Dennis Davis reported on the preliminary work done so far by the members of the task force. The total project would take approximately three years to complete. Priorities were set and include 1) video projection for the sanctuary. 2) move speakers on side wall sections up front to allow for projection onto those two areas. 3)video record services and special events for broadcast. Council instructed the Task Force to present more details on goals and cost for stage 1 concept at the June council meeting.
Ministry Teams: Printed Reports were reviewed with a few additions reported:
Property and Management: Bids for both tuck pointing on the parsonage and sidewalk/driveway cement work have been received. Property and Management will choose a company to go ahead with the work. Parsonage bathrooms will need some major remodeling in the near future. Tri-Valley may still be able to partner with CLC in our long range facilities plans. There is the potential for a substantial monetary contribution from Tri- Valley towards any changes in facilities that would benefit and enhance their long term use at CLC.
Youth: Discussed best use of money available to Youth Ministry. Council decided some of it should be saved to subsidize cost of the next National Youth Gathering. M/S/C to encourage GLBC use by the youth by funding 50% of all camper fees for this coming summer up to a total of $3,000.00. If CLC is going to participate in Church Youth Softball, an adult leader will need to volunteer soon. Please contact John Raske or the church office.
Mission and Social Concerns: The team handed out their calendar of monthly emphases. CLC will have their name added to a plaque for their participation in Common Cup. Coffee and chocolate sales will begin in September.
Milestone Ministries: Quilts will be presented to Seniors at the Baccalaureate Service. Meals are available in the freezer for Pastors and others visiting shut-ins. Please notify a member of the Milestone Ministry Team when the meals need to be replenished.
Fellowship: Dates for working on the float for Glencoe Days are May 28, June 2 and June 4 at 6:30 p.m. at the Davis home - 9692 Co Rd 2. Phone: 864-5644.
Temple Talk Schedule: Youth will be encouraged to sign up for camp during the June services.
Video Task Force will make a presentation at the June 15th service.
New Business: Executive Committee will meet with the staff during the next two weeks to discuss any needs or changes that might arise since the return of Pastor Brad.
The Education Coordinator position will be reviewed at the June Council meeting.
M/S/C to adjourn the meeting. Next Council meeting will be Wednesday, June 18 at 8:00 p.m. Closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine Davis, Council Secretary
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH, 2008, 8:00 P.M. Members Present: Dave Resch, Pam Herrmann, Julie Gunderson, Chris Davis, DougWagoner, Larry Schwendemann, Gerald Harris. Also Present: Dennis Davis, Pastor Kristi, Ruth Thom, Tracie Fegley President Dave Resch called the meeting to order. Dave led the devotions.
Next Council meeting will be Wednesday, July 16th at 8:00 p.m. M/X/C to adjourn.
Closed with the Lord’s Prayer. Respectfully submitted,
Christine Davis, Council Secretary
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16TH, 2008, 8:00 P.M.
Members Present: Gerald Harris, John Raske, Pam Herrmann, Louise Carlson, Greg
Wedin, Chris Davis, Julie Gunderson, Lee Hanson, Larry Schwendemann.
Also Present: Tracie Fegley, Pastor Brad.
Vice President Gerald Harris called the meeting to order. Louise Carlson led the devotions.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Tracie Fegley. She asked how to split costs between church and parsonage for sidewalk and driveway cement work. M/S/C by the
Council to put money into the ELCA pension fund for Pastor Brad for the payments that
were not made during his deployment. M/S/C to approve Tracie’s report as presented.
Secretary’s Report was approved as printed. Larry Schwendemann will take minutes at the August meeting during Chris’s absence.
Membership Report: Baptisms: Beatrice Rose Beste Zender Deaths: Lila Anderson, Shirley Mellesmoen, Lorayne Thonvold
Use of Church Property: October 17th - Fellowship Hall by Lifeline Screening. M/S/C to
approve use.
Ministry Team Member changes/additions: no changes reported. Pastor Brad’s Report: The Confirmation class canoe trip was a good experience for everyone. The noisy offering will be moved to the third Sunday in September and the
contribution will be split between school supplies and flood relief. Pastor Brad reported on his use of power point in his sermons, classes on Lutheranism, member visits, services at Orchard Estates/Long Term Care, National Lutheran Youth gathering coming up in New Orleans, and caring for his mother since his return. Pastor Brad will also bring information to the August Council meeting concerning his family and personal medical coverage options.
Pastor Kristi: Pastor Kristi is on vacation. Education Report: Cheryl is on the 500 mile bike ride to raise money for Habitat for Humanity. She has accepted the position of Education/Youth Coordinator. She has been
working on fall Sunday School registration and the new curriculum.
Kathy’s Report: August Light and Life articles due in church office by July 21st. Video Team Update: Construction will begin in August to move the organ speakers and construct the video screens. Rick Corrick will be in charge of the work. The goal is to have the work completed and one projector installed by fall.
Ministry Teams: Printed reports were reviewed with a few additions reported: Outreach: Louise reported that Thrivent will match the noisy offering collection for Lutheran Disaster flood relief with the involvement of six policy holders.
Missions & Social Concerns: Funds have been distributed from the college scholarship fund to help support Lutheran college students. There are also four camp counselors from Christ Lutheran Church this year who will receive “thank you” compensation.
Worship and Music: More youth will be invited to participate in all areas of service during the contemporary worship services. One hundred green WOV hymnals have been
donated to GLLM. Some of the remaining hymnals will be moved downstairs for use. A
suggestion was made that we might want to host All State Lutheran Choir this coming year. Christ Lutheran Church has consistently had youth members in the choir for a number of years and hosted the group four years ago.
Personnel: Lee Hanson reported the Executive Committee and Personnel Team met to redefine the job description for the Education/Youth Coordinator position.
Budget and Finance: Greg Wedin reported the team will meet soon to begin planning the 2009 budget. Team leaders should be reviewing their budget needs for the coming year.
Temple Talk schedule for July and August August 11th - Bell Choir
August 25th - Education
New Business: Council discussed the Education/Youth Coordinator position. The
Executive Committee offered Cheryl Leiferman the newly defined position with plans to
increase her hours in 2009 by 3 hours a week with a corresponding increase in salary at that time. Cheryl has accepted the position under the new terms.
Council M/S/C to ratify the offer and Cheryl’s acceptance of the new position as
Education/Youth Coordinator at Christ Lutheran Church.
Next Council meeting will be August 21st, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. M/S/C to adjourn. Closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine Davis, Council Secretary
Christ Lutheran Church Council Minutes
August 20, 2008
Members Present: Dave Resch, Larry Schwendemann, Lisa Styles, Pam Herrmann, Louise Carlson, Greg Wedin, Gerald Harris, Julie Gunderson, Doug Wagoner, Lee Hanson
Also Present: Pastor Brad, Tracy Fegley, Linda Wagoner, Jenny Gieseke, Marvin Rothfusz
President Dave Resch called the meeting to order. Pastor Brad led devotions.
Tracie Fegley reviewed the Treasurer’s Report. Julie moved, Louise seconded to approve the report. The motion passed.
Secretary’s Report was reviewed. A couple of clarifications were made. Under Outreach should read Thrivent will supplement (not match) and Under Worship and Music Blue hymnals (not Green.) Doug moved, Julie seconded to approve the report. The motion passed.
Baptized Aerianna Carrigan
New Members Jason Thieman, Chad & Erin Sauter
Pastor Kristi’s report: Pastor Kristi was on vacation.
Pastor Brad’s report
Evangelism training event in Gibbon 8/26 - 6:30 to 9pm (all are invited)
Performing Sylwester wedding 8/23 in Chaska
Communion visits, LTC, Orchard, and in homes
Golf fellowship planned 9/7 at 4pm
College Preparation event planned for 9/28 from 6 to 7:30
(VP of Church Relations at GAC will be present with admissions counselor to discuss vital pieces to consider for college.)
Will begin Adult Sunday School 9/14 (Book of Faith)
Will provide Long Term Care worship 8/24
Making many phone calls getting teens lined up in worship server roles
Cheryl Leifermann – Education Coordinator’s Report:
Sunday School
1. Calling People to help with Sunday School.
2. Disciple Sunday (Rally Sunday)
· Teachers will meet with the children in their classrooms to tell them about the fun things that will be taking place during the year.
· Pastor Brad, Pastor Kristi and I will be meeting with the parents. We will be talking about curriculum, expectations, upcoming youth events, and adult education classes.
3. Returned unused Akaloo material for an approximate refund of $600.
Confirmation
1. Will be putting together material for guides and students.
2. Would like to implement a supper hour for confirments.
Youth
1. Trying to set up a campus visit to Gustavus Adolphus College followed by going to a football game in September.
2. Kids of the Kingdom will be starting up in October.
3. Going Rock climbing in October
4. November 21-23, 2008 Junior High Youth Gathering Theme: Rescue Me
5. Compiling information on The Youth Gathering in New Orleans this spring.
Special Presentation
There was a presentation made by Jenny Gieseke, of the Crow River Joint Powers Board, on creating a rain garden. They will be using the church property to create a rain garden on the north side of church, to be used in the State Master Gardener’s Training program. Volunteers are needed the evening of September 9 to prepare the site for the rain garden.
The workshop will be held September 12, starting 9:00AM at the North Complex of the McLeod County Office building, cost is $55. The workshop participants will plant the plants in the rain garden under the direction of a U of MN Extension specialist, in rain garden planting and design. There will be no charge to Christ Lutheran as the plants, vegetation and mulch will be provided by the workshop sponsors.
Ministry Teams:
Property: Doug Wagoner
The Property Mgt Team met at 8:00 PM. Members present included Lynda Wagoner, Dale Pagel, Ryan Dammann, and Doug Wagoner.
Ryan had contacted Glencoe Garden Center and they will be filling in soil and planting grass around the new sidewalks.
Doug will check with Darrell Hansch about when we need to spray and fertilize the lawns.
Lynda will weed and spray for weeds in the rock landscaping around the church.
Dave Mackenthun painted two of our exterior doors but has not completed the third door. Doug will give him a reminder. Once these are done kickplates will be installed.
A latch to keep the front doors open needs to be repaired. Doug will call a locksmith.
We spent time discussing space requirements for altar guild, choir robes, costumes and bell choir equipment. This came up because of a concern about the new paraments not being properly stored and protected. Lynda will discuss these issues with groups involved and try to get a solution to optimize space.
Milestone Ministries: Pam Herrmann
Milestone Ministry Team met on Wed. Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. in the CLC Chapel.
Those present: Joan Johnson, Tona Kerslake, Eldean & Nita Enderson, Linda Simonson, Mary Jo Schimelpfenig, Vonnie Husted & Pam Herrmann
1) Rally Sunday – September 7. Bible presentations will be done at both services.
2) First Communion Training – November 2 from 5:30-8. We will serve supper for 5th graders & parents. There are 7 kids in 5th grade this year. Helpers: Tona /Joan
3) Confirmation Vigil – We will facilitate a potluck for confirmands (14) and parents on October 12 from 5:30-8. Confirmation Sunday is October 26 at 10:45 a.m. Helpers: Vonnie/Tona
4) Christ Lutheran Cooks – We will have a cooking day on September 7 from 5-8 p.m. at the church kitchen. Everyone welcome to help! We will ask for food donations from church members. A list of items needed along with the deadline to bring them to church will be set out by August 31
5) Grady St. Dennis, VP for Congregational Relations at Gustavus will be coming on Sept 28 from 6 -7:30 p.m. for discussion about college entrance/admissions, finance and public schools versus private. We will provide mileage for Grady, and cover pizza, beverages and salad for students in Grades 10-12 from CLC. RSVP will be asked to determine how much food to order. There are approximately 14 youth in 10th grade, 20 in 11th grade and 16 in 12th grade. We would plan to have 2 people from our group work and hope that 2 people from Youth Team help. Should also discuss the CLC Scholarship Fund at this event. Helpers: Linda /Joan
6) Pastor Kristi has a request for funding a parenting program called “The Total Transformation Program”. http://www.thetotaltransformation.com/ The 7 lesson handbook and DVD’s cost around $330. Pam, Mary Jo, Nita and Eldean will meet with Kristi to review the sample program. Should a parenting class fall under Milestone Ministries or Education? Does this program have Christian ties and if not, are there other programs offered through Lutheran Social Service, Extension or other resources that we could check out as well? Scott Egleston from Hutchinson is also offering some classes we could check into.
7) High School Senior Quilts – Jeanne Pagel will review the letter so that it can be handed out at services or mailed by the end of October. Quilt squares and fabric are due to the church by Christmas. The quilt square needs to be higher quality cotton material.
8) We discussed, that beginning in January 2009 – we may want to send a birthday card to CLC youth as they turn 16 along with a special keychain recognizing the new driver. We have learned of other congregations that do this and have received positive feedback. We'll look into our options and finalize plans in the near future.
Missions & Social Concerns: Lisa Styles
A “Noisy Pail” offering will be on September 21st at both services. 50 % will go toward Lutheran Disaster Response for flooding and 25 % for local school supplies, 25 % for Common Cup. A blood pressure check for members is scheduled for October 19th. Coffee sales are going to be held between services. The sales are planned to benefit 3rd world countries.
Fellowship: Chris Davis
1. Met with Chris Davis on Friday August 8th.
2. Fred Stoltenburg will be in Chairing Minnesota Vikings Football 2008 Faith & Family Day September 21st.
3. Women of Faith gathering located Minneapolis October 17- 18. Leann Jaster is Chairing this event with me.
4. Golf September 7th at 4 pm.
WORSHIP & MUSIC COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES August 19, 2008
We will continue to use the Time and Talent sheets to help find volunteers for helping with worship. We will continue to have Time and Talent sign-up on the church website as an option for those interested. We will have a Temple Talk soon to explain this and also to mention the one-hour training available for various worship tasks, so people feel comfortable when volunteering.
Discussion was had on whether people are comfortable with the new bulletin format. We have decided to go back to the old format at this time.
We will be having more healing services in the next year. An explanation of these services will be in the Light & Life newsletter. We will also be having Blessing services such as Blessing of the pets and Blessing of the bikes. The first blessing service will be this fall in October.
At this time we will continue the 7 p.m. service on Monday nights and see if there is a need for those who cannot worship on Sunday. As long as there is interest, we will continue it.
Rally Day is coming up on September 7th. Christmas Eve candlelight service - Julie will check to see if we will need to order more candlelight service candles and holders this year. If so, she'll order them.
We will have Grace Johnson, a guest speaker, on October 19 at our 10:45 service. She will be working with pottery as she speaks to us about how God is always working in our lives. We will have the BASIC group join our 10:45 service sometime this fall. They are a Bluegrass band who will lead us in song with some of our favorite hymns. More details later.
We discussed items for the 09 Budget. We will need to budget for possible candlelight candles and holders and also for musicians and groups to come in as guests and join us for music and worship. The amount is to be discussed.
Meeting adjourned. Our next meeting will be September 16th.
Respectfully Submitted
Larry Schwendemann CHURCH LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2008 - 8:00 P.M.
Members Present: Louise Carlson, Lee Hanson, Gerald Harris, Greg Wedin, Chris Davis, Pam Herrmann, Dave Resch, Lisa Style.
Also Present: Tracie Fegley, Pastor Kristi, Pastor Brad, Cheryl Leifermann and David Swift.
President Dave Resch called the meeting to order. Pam Herrmann led devotions.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Tracie Fegley. M/S/C to approve as presented.
Secretary’s Report: The August Minutes taken by Larry Schwendemann were approved.
Membership Report: There were no changes to report in membership.
Use of Church Property: October 17th - 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. LifeLine Screening in the Fellowship Hall. They will pay $90.00.
September 30 - November 7, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m., Nancy Mellesmoen to use NE corner of Fellowship Hall for English Language classes
December 8 - 19th - Sharon Mulligan to use Fellowship Hall for McLeod Co Giving Tree project.
M/S/C to authorize the above uses of the church property.
David Swift personally thanked the Council and members of Christ Lutheran Church for permitting the Cub Scouts to hold their regular meetings in the Fellowship Hall. He
stressed what a gift it is to the community that CLC offers their facilities free of charge to the Scouts.
New Member Sunday will be October 19th.
Ministry Team member changes/additions: There were no changes reported.
Pastor Brad’s Report:
Performed one wedding - Leah Sylwester
Conducted Long Term Care (LTC) worship 8/24
Provided communion visits to LTC and Orchard Estates residents
Participated in SS teacher training with Cheryl
Met with Stewardship Min. Team chair, Gerald regarding stewardship campaign
Met with Church Musicians regarding playing schedule
Planned and participated in CLC Golfing fellowship with 18 members and prospective members.
Continuing Monday worship format with emphasis on text study
Facilitated discussion on ELCA Draft of Social Statement on Human Sexuality
Participated in digging Rain Garden
Recruiting and planning for Nat'l Youth Gathering Trip
Recruited youth for involvement with 10:45 service with favorable results, a dozen teens have now helped at two services with accompanying family members in attendance.
Provided hospital visits at both GRHS x 2 and HCMC x 2 and home visits.
Looking ahead... new member orientation begins 9/28, two baptisms in next month, Sauter and Thiemann
Men's Bible Study Breakfast convenes 10/1
Youth Fellowship gathering at Oak Leaf 9/21 and college night 9/28
Pastor Kristi’s Report:
My hours designated for CLC will be as follows during these 3 months:
Tuesdays 11:30 am – 6pm
Wednesdays 12:30pm- 5pm, 6pm-8:30pm (council 3rd Wednesday: 8pm-10pm)
Thursdays 8:30am – 5:00pm
Fridays: 8:30am- 5:00pm
Saturdays: 4-5 hours (8:30-3pm) or (7pm-11pm)
Sundays 7:30am – 12:30pm
Additionally I am the staff liaison to the following ministry teams, whose meetings are not included in the above hours:
Milestone
Outreach
Creation Stewardship Team
Missions and Social Concerns
Budget and Finance (both pastors)
Personnel (both pastors)
Executive Committee (both pastors)
Synod events and meetings
Cheryl’s Report:
Sunday School
· All age groups for Sunday school classes have teachers.
· Working on having each family complete registration cards for each child participating in S.S.
· Working on Christmas Program
Children’s Church
· I am looking for more adult participation. I will conduct Children’s church till October 5t. At that time I will determine if we are able to continue having it.
· Youth
· September 21st youth get together at Oak Leaf park
· Kids of the Kingdom will be starting in October
o They will be meeting on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month with the exception of October. I will be out of town on the 15th.
· Working with Youth who are going on the spring Mission Trip to New Orleans.
o Met on September 10th
o Registration September 15th
· Setting up a campfire outing for the youth group in October. Saving rock climbing for later in the year.
· The S.W. Minnesota Synod is putting on a Jr. High Youth Gathering November 21-23, 2008. The Theme is Rescue me. The cost will be $50 per child.
I will be meeting with the area youth and family ministry group either the 19th of September or October 3rd in New Ulm. I would like to attend the fall youth workers retreat on October 2nd. The cost is $20.
I will be out of the office October 8th, 14th-16th and November 9th
Secretary’s Report: Kathy needs Light and Life Articles into the church office by Sept 22.
Ministry Teams: The printed team reports were reviewed with the following highlights.
-The rain garden on the north side of the church was completed in one day with the help of many volunteers.
-GLBC winter camp will be the 2nd weekend in February (Valentine’s weekend)
-Thrivent Financial has money to donate for a church project. Last year the money was forfeited because no project was designated. This needs to be decided
soon so we do not miss out on this opportunity.
-Stewardship emphasis this year will be called Season of Gratitude.
-Fellowship is working on “Church Basement Ladies-Second Helping” theater trip for this fall.
-Milestone Ministry Team has completed a number of meals which are available for delivery to shut-ins or members with health issues or other needs.
- Budget and Finance requested that all Ministry Team proposals be submitted by October 10th.
-The organ speakers have been moved and the projection screens on both sides should be completed by September 28th. The wiring is installed for the two projectors. One projector has been ordered and the second will be ordered when funds are available.
Temple Talk schedule:
October 5 - Stewardship
October 12 - Milestone
New Business:
Insurance: Open enrollment is in November to enroll Kathy Remus in a health insurance program.
-Pastor Brad will provide information about cost com-
parisons regarding health insurance options for his family. This will help to determine whether coverage through the military or through the synod will be most appropriate.
-Pastor Kristi will be attending continuing education classes to receive her Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Certificate. This will affect her working and office hours, which are detailed in her report.
Next Council meeting will be Wednesday, October 22nd. M/S/C to adjourn. Closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine Davis, Council Secretary
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 2008
Members Present: Dave Resch, Pam Herrmann, Julie Gunderson, Chris Davis, Louise Carlson, Greg Wedin, Doug Wagoner, Larry Schwendemann, Gerald Harris, Lisa Style. Also Present: Traci Fegley, Pastor Brad, Mike McGlinsky
President Dave Resch called the meeting to order. Gerald led the devotions.
Treasurer’s Report was presented by Traci Fegley. M/S/C to approve as presented. Traci reminded the Council she has resigned the Treasurer’s position effective November 1, 2008. Interviews will take place the first week in November to fill the position. Traci will help with the transition as much as necessary.
Secretary’s Report from September was reviewed. M/S/C to approve.
Membership Report:
Baptism: Alya Sauter Brooke Thiemann
Deaths: Ruth Jenneke Transfers out: Dorothy Jerve
New members: John, Julie, Alec, Michael & Jake Schrupp
Brian, Tiffany, Porter & Hudson Mikolichek
Jenny Dahlke, Megan & Tyler Siewert Luann Hanson Ed & Margie Fairbairn Ron & Sharon Knop
Use of Church Property: Weight Watchers - Thursdays 4 pm to 7 pm in Fellowship Hall
Thrivent Report: Michael McGlinsky, local Thrivent representative, gave a presentation covering the ways Thrivent can help with gifts and matching funds for our congregation.
Ministry Team Member changes/additions - no changes were reported.
Pastor Brad’s report: Pr Brad highlighted his printed report. He had a busy month including the fall theological conference in St. Cloud. One of the conference topics was using media to evangelize, which is an area where our congregation is hoping to become more involved.
Pastor Kristi’s report: Pr Kristi was unable to be at the Council meeting due to a family commitment.
Cheryl’s report: Cheryl’s printed report was reviewed. There has been exciting progress made in Sunday School this year and there is a lot of enthusiasm about the curriculum and activities.
Kathy : Light and Life articles due by October 24th.
MINISTRY TEAMS
Property and Management: Doug Wagoner reported on the maintenance done so far this fall. November 1 will be an all church clean up day. Work begins in the morning and is usually completed by noon. An architect has been contacted to suggest some options for long range building plans, including plans for an elevator.
Outreach: The Outreach team hosted a lunch for new members on October 19th.
Stewardship: All members will be contacted by telephone in the next few days to find out which consecration service they will be attending and to make reservations for brunch. Consecration Sunday is November 9th. The brunch is free but reservations are necessary as the meals are catered. The guest speaker will be Ron Hanson from Benson.
Fellowship: Winter family camp at GLBC will be February 13-15.
Worship & Music: Contemporary Services will continue on the 1st, 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at 10:45 a.m. More musicians are always welcome.
Budget and Finance: Greg Wedin and the budget planning committee have come up with a tentative budget outline for 2009. Recognizing that the economy is currently in a state of flux, every attempt is being made to be responsible and conservative. The team will meet again November 13. There are synod guidelines regarding staff salaries and benefits that we try to follow and there are increases in energy costs and property maintenance that are unavoidable. The Council will review the proposals and finalize a budget before the end of this year.
Temple Talk schedule:
Oct 26 Property and Stewardship
Nov 2 Stewardship
Nov 9 Consecration Sunday
Nov 16 Mission and Social Concerns
Nov 23 Worship and Music
The projection system will have one projector installed on October 24th. The south side will then be completed and ready for use. The second projector costs approximately $5,000 and will be installed when the funds become available. The goal is to enhance the worship experience through the use of appropriate visual aids.
Next Council meeting will be Wednesday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m. M/S/C to adjourn. Closed with the Lord’s Prayer.
Respectfully submitted,
Christine Davis, Council Secretary
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