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St Brendan's
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St Brendan's
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ST. BRENDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH
Vestry Meeting March 19, 2009 Vestry and Officers Present: Bruce Litherland, Sr. Warden Cavin Philbin, Jr. Warden Trevor Elliot Darlene Wagner Bob Thorndike Dan Howard-Snyder Gerry Swieringa Vestry Members Absent: Jan Schmaling Sharon Atkins Clergy Present: Clergy Absent: Opening Prayer was led by Fr. Kevin. Business: Agenda reviewed for additions or Changes: Gerry Swieringa's ordination to the diaconate will be discussed. It was moved and seconded by Trevor and Cavin to approve the minutes of February’s Vestry meeting. Motion carried. Financial Report – Bruce: Total checking/savings as of February 28: $106,742 less $6,507 in liabilities Total income for February: $9,307 Total expenses for February: $12,344 Net income: -$3.037 Total profit YTD: $7,088
Profit & Loss vs. Actual YTD: Total expenses under budget by $5,455 Total income over budget by $6,254 Net income YTD: $7,090 Net income over budget by $11,709 It was moved and seconded by Gerry and Trevor to accept the financial report. Motion carried. Pledge Secretary Report – Bob Thorndike 21 pledging units totaling $84,774 Estimate of $50 to $100 per week from non pledging units Unrestricted receipts to date total $20,100 Quarterly receipts are $21,200 $35,000 in quarterly receipts are needed At least ten more pledging units are needed Diocese of Cascadia It was moved and seconded by Trevor and Bob that starting April 1, 10% of our unrestricted income be reserved to help DOC with startup costs and to apply it as a tithe when DOC is officially received. Motion carried. Gerry is studying to become a deacon in his preparation for a ministry career. He hopes to be ordained into the diaconate when Bishop Cavalcanti comes to Poulsbo in June. Gerry has requested a letter from St. Brendan’s on his behalf, supporting him and demonstrating our approval. It was moved and seconded by Trevor and Bob that two letters of endorsement be written, one from Fr. Kevin and one from the Vestry. Motion carried. Clergy Report Father Kevin Several new families have joined our congregation. Hats off to Trevor for the new additions to our web site. Our youth group is engaged in several fun activities. Shortly before Easter they will put our door knob hangers on the doors of the houses in the neighborhood around the SDA Church. Our application to become a member of the Diocese of Cascadia will be mailed in soon. The lecture series to be held on the WWU Campus is coming up soon and has been enthusiastically received. Pastor Pam There was no report from Pastor Pam. Ministry/Committee Reports Children’s Ministries – Darlene The question was raised over whether there would be enough time for church school class if the children remained in church for a short time with Kevin before processing out for class and then returning in time for Communion. There was no decision made at this time. Communication – Kevin Kevin and his committee will meet tomorrow, March 20. New Member Ministry – Cavin Cavin emphasized the importance of new people being met and engaged, and this to be followed up at coffee hour. He also believes that the Vestry members who are doing the greeting must send new people thank you cards. Facilities – Jan There is no report at this time. Faith Formation – Gerry The Renovare’ Bible Series being used has been well received. He’s gotten good feedback from the members of the two classes. Outreach – Cavin – International There is a Five Talents mission trip to Kenya and Uganda planned for May 16 to 29. Five Talents is feeling the financial pinch but things are still on track. Pastoral Care – Kevin Lay intercessory prayers during the worship service for those asking for prayers has been generally well received. Some discomfort has been expressed by those who aren’t comfortable offering prayers. It was suggested that several volunteers be ready to offer up prayers, thereby avoiding an awkward silence. Worship – Kevin Kevin outlined the various services to be held during Holy Week. We’ll have a Maundy Thursday dinner with Eucharist followed by the stripping of the altar. A Good Friday service will be held at 7:00 pm. on the WWU Campus. Our Easter Sunday service will be held at 9:00 am at the SDA Church. There will be a Celtic worship service for St. Brendan’s Sunday. Kevin expressed special thanks to Misty and the fabulous job she did on behalf of the Vestry for the inventory she took recently of our accumulated goods. The replacement value is estimated at $30,000+. It was moved and seconded by Bob and Trevor that Vestry provide up to $1,000 for Gerry for travel expenses and a gift for his ordination to the diaconate in Poulsbo and to give the congregation the opportunity to contribute as well. Motion carried. The Closing Prayer was led by Gerry Respectfully submitted, Susan Hess Vestry Clerk |