| LIVE, IN-PERSON meeting in Lower Level Participants: Congregation Council Time: 6:00 – 8:30 PM Facilitator: Sheri Barker Materials: Agenda 7-26-21, Minutes 6-28-21, Stages of Team Development, Group Member Responsibilities, New Schedule of Salary & Benefits; Pastor Karla’s Definition of Compensation, Benefits & Responsibilities of the Rostered Leader and Congregation; Book: Ask Thank Tell, chapter 1 Members Present: Pastor Karla Halvorson, Pastor Alicia Saenz, Sheri Barker, Bob Lechner, Rachael Perez (Secretary), Melissa Hernandez, Visitors: Diane Wages, Chris Lewis Meeting Purposes: Ensure smooth and effective functioning of St. Mark’s Church to serve God’s purposes Monitor and refine the financial operations of St. Mark’s to ensure God’s mission is fulfilled Build our capacity to lead and work as a team to guide St. Mark’s to fulfill God’s plan AGENDA TOPIC COUNCIL MOTIONS *June 2021 Financials Richard Roy moved to accept the June 2021 Financial report, Sheri Barker 2nd. Motion passed. *Increase Pastor Karla’s hours an additional 4.5 hours per week Oscar Uribe moved to increase Pastor Karla’s hours an additional 4.5 hours per week beginning September 1. Bob Lechner 2nd. Pastor Karla abstained. It was a unanimous approval from the rest of the council members. *Replace 7 tables from Jacobson Hall Richard Roy moved to use $700 to replace 7 tables in Jacobson Hall from the Facilities Budget Account. Pastor Alicia 2nd. Motion passed. TIME Topic Activity Lead 6:00 PM Call Meeting to Order Sheri 6:00–6:10 Meditation and Prayer Richard 6:10-6:20 Introductions & Check-in (1 min each) Best thing in the last month? All 6:20-6:25 Agenda Review & Additions or Edits All 6:25-6:30 Review and accept 6-28-21 Council Minutes Pastor Karla Moved to accept 6-28-21 Council Minutes, Bob L. 2nd, unanimously accepted. Rachael 6:30-6:40 Review and accept June 2021 Financial Report MOTION: See above Diane 6:40-7:00 BUSINESS: Improving our Capacity as an Effective Congregational Council Stages of Team Development Group Member Responsibilities: Leader, Recorder, Timekeeper, Participant Developing “Our Group Agreements” Decision: Who will serve as Timekeeper today? Richard R. What behaviors will help us lead St. Mark’s, by helping us model and create a positive, trusting culture? In meetings In emails In the community Sheri 7:00–7:20 New Schedule of Salary & Benefits to increase Pastor Karla’s hours by 9%, from 66% to 75%What is God calling us to do regarding His mission for St. Mark’s? What prior commitment has the Personnel Committee made with Pastor Karla regarding her salary? What decision will best support the healthy growth of God’s mission? Decision: Increase Pastor Karla’s time by 4.5 hours/week to better serve our members and the Community. MOTION: See above. Sheri & Diane 7:20-7:30 3. Grand Re-Opening Plans: Sunday, August 1: Grand Re-Opening Celebration; Glory moving to Lower Level Saturday, August 7: Church picnic Sunday, August 8: Christian Education begins – Ask, Thank, Tell Bible Study Discussion: What is our responsibility as Council members? Each Council member is encouraged to attend the Christian Education hour each Sunday after worship. How can we best serve/lead the congregation? Work as a team, be honest and open, listen to each other. MOTION: Purchase 7 new tables for Jacobson Hall. See above. Sheri 7:30 PM TIME CERTAIN REPORTS Pastoral Reports Pastor Alicia: Working on planning/coordinating services Music Connecting with people Inviting people to services/events Planning Classes with Pastor Karla. Pastor Karla: Sent a report to all Pastor Karla Pastor Alicia 7:40 TIME CERTAIN Legacy Committee & Visioning Update The Legacy committee will be opening the new bank account this week at Union Bank, moving from Banner Bank. Potential for bringing in a rent-paying pre-school or daycare program in planning stages. More to come. Chris L. 7:45-7:55 President’s Report Brick Fundraiser – ends 8/31 Council Mid-year Review Dinner – Sunday, August 29, 5:00 PM at Barker’s August Council meditation & prayers – Oscar Sheri 7:55-8:00 Property Committee Bob L. 8:00-8:05 Children & Youth Melissa 8:05-8:10 Member Care Team Bob L. 8:10-8:15 CPR & AED AED/CPR Training by S.D. Heart Beat. More info to come. Richard 8:15-8:20 Fellowship or Social Action 8:20-8:25 Feedback & Closure Check out: 1 word or phrase – how did the meeting go? 8:25-8:30 Closing Prayer Richard 8:30 PM Motion to Adjourn Meeting Meeting Adjourned 8:32 PM Sheri TASK LIST Reminders: TASK By Whom? By When? Total count of how many Bricks have been sold Sheri B. Next Meeting 8-23-21 |
| UPCOMING: Next Council Meeting, Monday, August 23, 2021, 6:00 PM – OscarCouncil Mid-year Review Potluck dinner @ Barker’s: Sunday, August 29 5:00pm – 7:30pm Oct. 2 , 2021 Church Council will host a Thank You dinner for the congregation. More information to come. Upcoming issues: Healthy Congregations: An exploration into how we lead St. Mark’s to ensure we grow as a healthy, trusting, resilient congregation.Stewardship Drive: September/October |