Tecumseh United Methodist Church 2009 August Council Minutes

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THE TECUMSEH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH COUNCIL

          The Administrative Council of Tecumseh United Methodist Church met August 9, 2009 at 7:15pm. Those present were Nelta Hennessey, chairperson, Pastor Josh Gooding, Ernestine Adams, Carolyn Edwards, Sarah Gooding, Rita Halderman, Diana Halstead, Olga Hennessey, Steve Hennessey, Jan Kieffer, Pat Krug, Neva Martin, Virginia Martinson, Larry McCammon, Willa Norwood, Nancy Rush, Carole Stone, Herb Whitlow.
Herb led the devotional time with a reading from 1 Corinthians 9. Let there not be a barrier between Christians and non-believers. There is value in becoming like those who need to be ministered to.
The minutes of the July meeting were approved.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:
          Herb (CERT) announced the next meeting will be August 24 and a meeting on August 31 is a combined meeting with Shawnee County CERT.
          Neva (Evangelism) told of a flyer going out to all regarding Open House Month. Event information includes a coffee on Sept. 6, movie night on the 11^th, community ice cream social on the 13^th, and Heritage Day on the 26^th. Plans are in process for the Halloween party, October 31.
          Neva (Health Ministry) said the canning workshop had good attendance and was a success.
          Rita (Education) said that Vivian Brendan will lead a discussion group during the adult Sunday School time for three Sundays. Pastor Josh and Sarah are working on a presentation regarding simplicity and generosity.
          Larry (Finance) referred to the printed report.
          Carolyn (Congregational Care) reminded council of visitation on August 16 at 2:00.
          Diana (UMW) reported that plans are underway for the preparation of apple dumplings for the Fall Festival. 2500 will be made.
          Carole reviewed plans for the Community Ice Cream Social and passed a sign-up sheet for those who would volunteer to make homemade ice cream.
          Jan (Trustees) said that her committee was awaiting a bid for the finishing of the floor in the conference room and south room which will be used for Sunday School. They have asked for bids to do either a poured floor or tile. The broken window replacement should take place this coming week.
          Steve (Trustees) passed a proposal for landscaping around the new sign.

NEW BUSINESS:
          Diana asked permission to paint and prepare the south room for use with youth Sunday School. She was advised to visit with Trustees.
SHARING AND OPEN DISCUSSION:
          Ernestine mentioned in response to questions, that electronics can be recycled at the Supply Depot. They are open every day. She also asked for input regarding the wording in the new sign. It was suggested that she and Josh should make that decision. Ernestine asked about the format of the church newsletter and its printing on green paper. It was suggested that the cover remain on the green paper and to print everything on the inside on white. This practice will result in some savings.
PASTOR’S TIME:
          Josh discussed his participation in the Spirit Leadership, Inc. group which encourages congregational growth. It will be an obligation for him for one day each month and then his working with groups here at TUMC. He has been doing some beginning planning on a stewardship program and the end of the year report. There was a short discussion regarding our mission statement. Do we need to look at possible revision? We should think about who is “all” – who do we target.
          Pastor Josh closed council meeting with prayer.

Respectfully submitted,
Nancy Rush