Ministry Council
June 21, 2004

Present: Kathy Balu, Elizabeth Laurvick, Sherry Merrill, Cheryl Wolfe, Laura Kuhl, Carl Cleveland, Dave & Marie Fornof, Pam Rowley, Lynda Fickling, Jenita Rhodes, Bill Lee, Martha Boon

SPRC Report:- Kathy Balu

Conversations With Janet

5 planned

July 8, 11 & 22

Aug. 5, 7

Youth Minister Interviews are sill going on. Second interviews scheduled for Wed. June 23 and Sunday, June 27.

Staff/Pastors Report

Lynda reported our membership at 1308. We have had a lot of people moving this summer. Trying to recognize their departure in the Bulletin.

Evangelism Team- Laura Kuhl

They are focusing on three areas:

Members Evangelizing-training the congregation on how they react to or treat visitors. Encourage everyone to invite people to church

Ways to tweak our welcoming atmosphere

Visitor follow-up

Dee & Lynda are working on this

On July 11, they plan to have table in the Narthex in order to recruit people to help with these 3 areas. There are sign up sheets on the web site as well. Laura also encouraged all groups to use the logo in all communications. It is available for downloading on the web. Laura distributed the recommendations for the Statement Usage (document attached) Everyone present was in agreement on the usage suggestions.

Stewardship Report -Bill Lee

Bill reported that the team had met with Fred before he took his sabbatical. They have talked about the team’s visions, goals and targets to achieve. They need to grow their team and are looking for new members. Their vision is to have the campaign more individualized and to determine how they can connect more personally with each and every member. Ideas include using the small groups and having meetings in homes. A concern was expressed in expecting the small group leaders to lead a group through Stewradship sessions. The small group’s idea was well received, however it was suggested that individuals be identified and trained who could specifically lead groups through the campaign goals.

Martha asked what information the Evangelism team wants from MC, in terms of goals and budget. Bill will get back to this group at our next meeting with more specifics.

Ministry Team Reports

Worship Team- Cheryl Wolfe

A lay/staff Worship Team meeting is scheduled for July, primary goal is to work on Christmas.

VBS is performing at 9:30 Sunday, June 27

Education Ministry Team

Carl reported that Adult Ed is going to be sending individuals to training for Disciple V.

The Christian Connection Adult Sunday School class will be studying World Religions and are looking for individuals who could talk about a different faiths.

Children- Jenita reported hat VBS this week is hosting 165-175 children Have a sizable number coming who aren’t members. The Wacky Wednesday program is filled to overflowing.

Little School has openings for teachers, an aide and a 1-2 year old teacher. They are operating at a deficit for 2004.

Missions Ministry Team

Marie Fornof reported that Joseph Chan; a former leader at the Community Center in Cambodia, will be visiting Aug. 16-23. Watch for special activities surrounding his visit.

Fellowship & Support Ministry Team

Sherry Merrill & Elizabeth Laurvick reported that they were ready to recognize their teams this Sunday. It has been a challenge to draw together this diverse set of small groups.

Ministry Development Team

Martha reported that this team is recruiting new members and has a meeting scheduled July 19 with past members, current members, new members and Janet to look at our history, our goals for the future and how to structure our staff support.

Events

Volunteer Recognition Month

Thanks to everyone who has participated to make this such a success! This Sunday Missions and Fellowship and Support will be recognizing their teams in worship. There will be a second pancake breakfast and just keep putting those hearts up!

Fall Kick Off

MDT will coordinate the Ministry Fair. We will need to develop an ad hoc team to plan tthe meal, as our Churchwide Team has no members. Perhaps this can jump-start this group. Will put this on July’s agenda.

Pam announced a presentation on Fraud Alert that is scheduled for Sept. 8. Target audience is seniors, but will be beneficial for everyone.

Pam closed the meeting with prayer.

Next meeting, July 26,2004. 7 PM

Respectfully submitted,

Martha Boon

Ministry Council Chair