DRAFT MINUTES Quarterly Voters Meeting July 23, 2006, 10:30 a.m.
DRAFT MINUTES Quarterly Voters Meeting July 23, 2006 10:30 a.m.President Jim Rentschler called the meeting to order with 32 voting members present.
The secretary’s minutes of April 30, 2006 were read and approved.
Lois Kuhle provided the treasurer’s report. Motion was made and seconded to approve the report Gary Hueners/Jerry Sprecher. Motion carried.
The Financial Secretary’s report was read by Helen Sprecher. Motion was made and seconded to approve the report. Curt Hueners/Jim Litterick. Motion carried.
Elders: Jim Litterick reported that a request for release has been received for LaDonna Mette and her two daughters, Allyssa Mette and Lindsey Genzlinger. The elders are recommending approval of this request. Motion was made and seconded to approve the request. John Haak/Tom Hueners. Motion carried. Jim also reported that a schedule for greeters has been developed. If there is anyone not on the list but would like to participate they should contact one of the elders. If unable to greet on your assigned Sunday please find your own replacement. Jim also reported that a class for new adult members may be beginning next month.
Trustees: Curt Hueners reported for the trustees concerning several pending projects. The copier/printer options have been reviewed with a recommendation of the purchase of a printer for approximately $449.00 (after rebate) once funds become available. They have an estimate for the parsonage shingling project (the west side) of R1162 for materials. The sealing project to protect the tuckpointing and related maintenance is estimated at about $6500. There were some questions about the bid for that project and Curt will check again with the company for clarification. The sidewalk project is on hold until funds are available.
Motion was made and seconded to immediately pursue the tuckpoint sealant project and the reshingling of the entire parsonage utilizing church extension funds. John Haak/Jerry Sprecher. A ballot vote resulted in 33 yes votes, 3 no votes. Motion carried.
Board of Education: No report
Cemetery Board: No report
Pastor’s Report: Pastor Watt had provided a written report that is attached. Pastor also explained printer/copier options. It was suggested by Marilyn Eggert that these should be purchased from memorial funds. Lois Kuhle will check on the balance in that fund. Motion was made and seconded to make the purchase out of memorial funds Jerry Sprecher/Vernon Eggert. Motion passed.
Pastor also said that a handscrolled Lord’s Prayer has been received from Jim Hanson. The trustees and memorial committee will determine best placement of the plaque.
Jim Rentschler indicated that he has appointed the following individuals to a nominating committee: Rich Schmit, Curt Hueners and Cody Hoyer.
Jim also said that he will be appointing members to the Evangelism and Stewardship Committees. The Miner County Service committee has added Jerry Sprecher and Donna Bechen to that committee. The congregation is invited and urged to share ideas with the committee.
No old business
New business: St. John’s will celebrate its 125th anniversary in 2007. A committee is being appointed.
The next Voters Meeting has been set for October 15, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. . The church council is set for October 11 at 7:30 p.m.
We concluded with the Lord’s Prayer.
Submitted: Kathy Callies, Secretary
Pastor’s ReportRev. Jonathan C. Watt – St. John's Lutheran Church, Howard, South DakotaGeneral- Newsletter is again on track. Still a few having problems receiving the letter.
- “Getting to Know You” – The program has been well received. Pastor is still looking for people to sign up. The calendar is available in the narthex.
- Web Page updates: Calendars: Events; Elders, Ushers and Acolytes; Readings and Hymns for Upcoming Sundays; Church Basement Usage; Sermons (audio soon); Newsletter (Printable copy); Pictures of Church Events; Pastor’s Wish List; St. John’s Store; Up-to-date Church News; Howard Weather; etc. Any Suggestions for useful information to be added to the page are greatly accepted. The web page address is http://StJohnsHoward.org
- Joint Meeting with Elders and Board of Education. These boards are having a joint educational meeting regarding the topic of Church Fellowship. All are invited to attend. Date and Time TBA.
Vacation- Pastor will be on vacation August 15-22, Still looking for pulpit supply on August 20
Worship- The new bulletin format has been well received. Suggestions and comments welcome.
- LWML Sunday is coming soon, stay tuned for more information.
- The new LC-MS hymnal is available in November. A sample copy will be available for viewing in August.
Education- A Walk Through Lutheran Liturgy. Family Bible classes continue on Sunday mornings at 10:30am.
- Confirmation Renewal Classes. These classes are for current members to renew their knowledge of Lutheran Doctrine (Catechism) and for individuals considering membership at St. Johns. Six individuals have been identified as potential new members. They will be specifically invited to attend these classes. The ten week class will begin early August on Sunday or Wednesday nights. These classes are a good way for current members to build a relationship with those who are considering membership.
Calendar- July 23 – Holy Baptism of Lucas Gregory Feldhaus
- July 30 - Instructional Liturgy. A Service that describes why we do what we do
- Aug 1 or 2 TBA - Board of Education (Review Ciric and calendar. (Public School starts 23rd)
- Aug 9, 13 or 23 TBA - Confirmation Parents Meeting
- Aug 10 - Miner County Service Committee
- Aug 15-22 - Pastor on Vacation
- Sept 17-19 – Pastor’s Continuing Ed, Ainsworth NE
Miner County Service Committee. Presentation at Voters?
What it’s about. Service in the community
identified with St. John’s Example!
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