Grace and Peace Lutheran Congregation Council
September 16, 2003
PRESENT: Julie Smith, Pastor Shelksohn, Paul Mueller, Kristina
Glenzinski, Keri Dodson, David Dietrich, Roberta Dietrich, Jan
Jarrett, Hilary Shirven, Nathan Ruby and Sandy Peterson
Prayers were led by Pastor Shelksohn and a
devotion was shared by Julie Smith.
Sharing The Vision:
Pastor included Seeds of the Parish in each member's Council
packet and Roberta remarked that she is glad to be able to see
this. Some members receive it at their homes.
AREAS OF MINISTRY
AND BUSINESS
NURTURE - The 41+ Couples Group event has been postponed until
later. Ann Joyce and Linda Ericsson will be coordinating this
event. There will be a weiner roast/hayrack ride on October 25th
at Brian and Julie Smith's home beginning at 4:00 p.m.
Christmas caroling to our shut-ins has been scheduled for
December 6th. A suggestion was made to inform the
youth of this date so they can participate.
PROPERTY -No report.
COMMUNITY ACTION -The blood drive was very successful with a
total of 13 units received. Keri thanked all the volunteers for
their hard work.
FINANCE - Negative cash flow is projected for October and
November. Strategies have been discussed - borrowing of
dedicated funds, deferring expenditures and/or deferring
payments of bills - all possible solutions. The monthly
mortgage payments will be reduced to the new rate which will
result in a $200 savings per month. A lower insurance quote was
received. The committee will investigate one more company. The
premium has been paid for the next three months. Julie reminded
Council members of the dedicated funds that were included in our
estimated income at the beginning of the year and asked the
ministries to be aware of these funds. A budget worksheet have
been given to each ministry and are due back to the Finance
committee by October 15th. A proposed purchase order
request and procedure were submitted by the Finance committee
for recommendation to the Council to help control cash flow and
expenditures. David Dietrich made a motion to approve the
Purchase Order procedure as written. Hilary seconded. The
motion carried.
STEWARDSHIP -Written report was presented.
WORSHIP AND MUSIC - Written report was reviewed. Paul reported
that a healing station will be available on the 4th
Sunday of each month beginning on September 28th.
YOUTH - Jan reported that the youth will be participating in a
mission trip next year to Cape Charles in Virginia. A $50
deposit is due by the end of September. Adults are also
needed. The Senior Youth meets on Sunday evenings.
