Holy Trinity Council Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 17, 2022 In Person at Church
Present: Judy Evans, Tom Bernth, Pam Shaw, Steve Bauer, Kristin Crawford, Pastor Dave Dalzell Zoom: Paul Karl, Erlinde Beliveau
We Gather In God’s Name
Opening Prayer
- Blessings – Steve’s grandchildren’s needs
Devotions – Paul Karl a. Plans for future devotions: June – Kristen, July – Judy, August – Tom, September - Erlinde
Thank You Cards: Pastor Luther, Pop Up Pantry
- Meeting minutes – April 19, 2022 – approved on line
We Celebrate and Give Thanks for the Past
- Treasurer Report – See report. Perhaps share with the congregation that if their Elexio givings are consolidated to every other week versus weekly, costs would be reduced since the church is charged per transaction. Have shared that the use of a credit card is at higher cost for us, with positive results from the congregation.
- Secretary Report – See report a. Mark will be taking some vacation over the next few months. Will determine a plan for someone to pick up messages and check email during his absence.
- Ministry Team Reports a. Serve the Lord – Paul Karl, No report. Discussed how information from members is shared, so Ministry teams can respond to needs as they arise accordingly. Cheryl will be giving a ministry minute talk in the near future. b. Grow in Faith – Tom Bernth, See report. • Confirmation discussion.: Four events planned. Pastor Dave shared there are online confirmation programs: Spark House: Re:Form c. Come Together – Pam Shaw, No report. Discussion on occasionally supplementing worship with speakers vs. a sermon to support Pastor Koch.
We Seek God’s Direction for our Church
- Covid Protocol Review – no change. Continue as mask optional. If others have extra test kits, share them with others at church.
- Follow-Up from the “Why Us” Workshop plans for MSP. We have all the information needed except for the information: What kind of Pastor do the members desire? Also are considering shortening the service this coming Sunday to encourage attendance. On “Why Us?” workshop, Pastor Luther emphasized infinity groups and/or small groups, also capitalizing on Sunday mornings.
- Call committee update: Met on 5/9/22, Personal introductions and Dick Topping has agreed to be our chairperson. Next meeting will be with Pastor Steve Wilco, TBD.
- Call Committee: Erlinde Beliveau, Bobbie Febbo, Stephanie Goupil, Julie Moore, Dick Topping, Dave Smith, Tina Maiorino
- Leadership for Property Team – Steve Bauer. See Report. Dave Mercer developed list of responsibilities, will add this to dropbox.
- Summer Plans
- Worship Schedule. Very few supply Pastors available; Worship Calendar updates discussed.
- VBS: See Grow in Faith Report.
- Camp scholarships: Shared in Tidings.
- Pastoral care emergencies. Schedule summer set up. Both Pastor Koch and Pastor Dalzell are covering.
- Enlisting Worship Assistant Volunteers, volunteers for other ministries: Provide hard copies for members to sign up, set up aisle near the Welcoming table and at the church picnic.
- RIC follow-up, banner: Glen Oswald submitted article to synod. Discussion of next step since it is an ongoing process. ? RIC committee/coordinator. Perhaps invite original committee to discuss ideas with Council when new Pastor arrives.
- Safe Church Policies – Seminars available to look into developing church policies.
- Agenda for semi-annual meeting, June 12th . Discuss what will be reviewed.
- June 12th picnic plans – discussion including sign-ups for prep and food.
- Building Use procedures, compensation guidelines – continue to be explored
- Steeple Update – no further info
- Fall Retreat – will discuss dates in the future
- Discussed exploring options to purchase a cross for the sanctuary
Upcoming Events
- May 22 – MSP Workshop
- Bike and Build – June 6 -12, departing on June 12
- Semi-annual meeting, picnic – June 12
We Look to the Future
- To-do’s for next month:
- Agenda Items for next month: Discuss new cross for sanctuary.
- Next Council meeting – Wednesday June 22
Closing Prayer