Meeting called to order at 6:07 P.M. by Sheri Barker
Members present
Bob Lechner, Melissa Hernandez, Oscar Uribe, Michael Marquez, Sheri Barker, Mary (Maria) Lizarraga, Richard Roy, and Rachael Perez
Pastors: Pastor Karla Halvorson and Pastor Alicia Saenz
Treasurer: Diane Wages
Visitors: Diane Wages, Chris Lewis, Meredith McCall, Debbie Lechner
Opening Prayer
Devotion and Prayer led by Mari Lizarrage
Action Items
- April 26, 2021 Council Meeting Minutes were reviewed by Council members.
The April 26, 2021 minutes Accepted
- Treasurer Diane Wages reviewed the April Financial reports with Council.
- Motion made to change Honoring and Remembrance designated fund to Appreciation fund. Move balance of Honoring and Remembrance fund to Appreciation fund
Motion made by Mike M. and seconded by Bob L.
Reports:
Pastor Karla
▪ Children Youth and Ministry team – planning, meeting, brainstorming new ideas
▪ Member care
▪ Bible Studies continue Google
▪ Christian Education/Fellowship
- ELCA Pacifica Synod AMMPARO meetings
- Grand Re-opening Planning
- LSS, Upward Bound, Project Hand, Talent Search
Pastor Alicia
- Keeping connected with people
- Checking-in to see what people need
- Praying for People
- Attending meetings with different church groups
Property Committee
- Door sweeps have been added
- Safety lights complete
- Oscar U. is helping with spotlights for sign on Hilltop Dr.
Personnel Committee
- Pastor Alicia will be hiring an Assistant to work 4 hours per week.
- The Church will need a sound & video technician/Camera technician, this position will be needed by Sept. 2021.
Member Care Team
- Writing invitations to those members that have not attended for a while to welcome them back to service. And write thank you notes for those that have contributed their time to keeping St. Marks running during/after COVID.
Community Outreach Team
- Mari invites people to church during the food distribution. Print post cards or hand out water bottles with printed information about ST. Marks English and Spanish services during food distribution.
New Business:
- Legacy Committee Update: Meredith McCall & Chris Lewis
- Gift Policy & office process
- Allow outside groups to begin meeting again with masks, outdoor only
Motion made to allow outside groups to begin meeting in person/outdoor with masks made by Sheri B, and seconded by Mike M.
- Wedding ceremony on 6/12/21 and a Funeral on 6/26/21
Motion to allow ceremonies to be performed on St. Marks Property
By Pastor Karla, and seconded by Rachael P.
- Sunday morning Re-opening plans: Debbie Lechner & Pastor KarlaIn-person inside worship June 13, 2021Soft vs. Grand Re-opening
Motion: Accepted reopening guidelines. Motion made by Richard R. And Seconded by Pastor Alicia.
- Brick Fundraising campaign from April 1 – Sept. 1 purchase bricks, tax deductible. Two different sizes are offered, 4 X 8 brick could provide space for 3 lines with the option for clip art for an additional fee. As well as an 8 x 8 brick could provide space for 3 lines and space for clip art for an additional fee.
Motion: Approved going forward with the planning of the Brick fundraiser. Motion by Mike M. and seconded by Bob L. Unanimously approved
Mari L. closed the meeting with Prayer.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 P.M.
Next Council meeting will be Monday June 28, 2021 6:00pm – 8:30pm
Submitted by Rachael Perez, Secretary