Building on Faith

St. Paul’s Parish Council Minutes Sep 18th, 2007

PRESENT: Father Jerry Funke, Bob Peters, Susan Hamilton, Diana Larkin, Terry Radford, Maureen Coon, Donald Behrendt, Matt Lara, Judy Bartz.

ABSENT: Juan Avila, Antonio Napoles, Maureen Peterson, Norma Rodriguez.

Excused: Dan Jones

Guest: Bonnie McGary

CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Bob Peters at 1902 Hrs.
MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes were approved as distributed with the exception of changing “Peter” to “Peters” on page 2.
Special Report	Discussion & Action	Target Date	Follow-up	Responsible Party
Bonnie McGary was present to report on the Adoration Committee.	She and Lisa Lacek oversee the overall operations. There are four division leaders. There are regular hourly “Guardians of the Eucharist” with a roster of substitutes. It is not possible to guarantee a private hour to any one person as visitors are always welcome. Bonnie distributed 3 handouts that explained the program. The committee meets 4 times a year or more if needed. There will be an intention book instead of the prayer requests now on the door to the chapel. To be an adorer one must be 18 years old and be baptized Catholic. Committee members applauded Bonnie for her leadership to the Adoration Committee. Bonnie responded by asking for prayers for the adorers.	None	Information only.
OLD BUSINESS
Agenda Item	Discussion & Action	Target Date	Follow-up	Responsible Party
Building on Faith Report Preliminary report on Fall Fair Diocesan Study “All at the Table” Parish Pictorial Directory Arrival of Sisters Members List and Council Calendar Diocesan Fall Conference Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey	Dan Jones is ill so Fr Jerry reported. As of August 31, 2007 there is $3,592,323 in pledges and gifts. There is $2,446,574 in the bank; $8,000 short of $3.6 M. Father noted that some larger gifts have been received. Father Jerry reported that the Fall Fair produced $34,000 gross. Bills are still coming in. Father Jerry encouraged all members to complete the survey and asked that they encourage others to do the same. Maureen noted that not all parishioners have computers so they cannot make an appointment on-line. There will be opportunities to make an appointment s after masses. Sisters Hermanas Manuela Romero Castrita and Nadia Rafael Regino were arriving in Boise while this meeting was underway. There had been some visa problems. As the old car had been totaled, a 2000 Chrysler Seabring has been purchased for $3,000 (insurance money). These updated documents were distributed by Fr. Jerry. Some changes were noted. Attend if you can. There will be financial assistance available. Fr Jerry reported that 43 people will be going on this pilgrimage. Fr Jerry is leading the group. Approximately $10,000 was donated to the school from this activity	Next meeting Sept 29-30 Oct 2-14	All members should encourage donations and pledges. Report on net proceeds. Complete the survey Set days where appointments can be made after mass. Greet the sisters and explain who you are. Changes to be made. Support the conference Information Only	All members Dan Jones All members. Maureen All members Fr. Jerry All members
NEW BUSINESS
Agenda Item	Discussion & Action	Target Date	Follow-up	Responsible Party
Stewardship Day Sign on Property Idaho Catholic Appeal Adult Faith Enrichment	Sponsored by the Diocese on October 16, 2007 at Holy Rosary parish. There is a long and short program. Long program is during the day and costs $15.00 if through the parish. The cost is otherwise $25.00. The short program is at night and is free. If we contact Dan Jones by October 5^th the parish will pay the fee for us. Father asked that we support this event to promote stewardship. Don Behtrendt reported that the weeds on the property have been sprayed. Dan Jones is getting bids for a 4 x 6 double sided sign. Don will weed and maintain the property. Father noted that we need to build the church with little debt so that the old church can be sold and a school be built with those proceeds. Fr Jerry stated that this will be February 17, 2008, the 2^nd Sunday of Lent. He usually has two couples working on this. One of the couples has moved. Therefore there is a need for a senior couple. If anyone knows of a couple who may be interested have them contact Fr Jerry. Father distributed the fall schedule. The sessions will be on the 2^nd Monday of each month Sept through Dec.	Oct 16, 2007 Ongoing Feb 17, 2008	Support this event Obtaining bids Maintenance of property Appoint another couple Information Only	All members Dan Jones Don Behtrendt Fr Jerry
	OTHER ITEMS
Agenda Item	Discussion & Action	Target Date	Follow-up	Responsible Party
Spirit Day Vocation’s Dinner Jackpot Rosary October Calendar Adjournment	Matt Lara noted that he had talked to Bill Graham concerning this event. Students would pay money to wear jeans and shirts. The money would go to supporting a seminarian. The Knights of Columbus want to give $500.00 to a seminarian. This will be held at Sacred Heart on Saturday Sept 22nd. Cost is $25.00. Next trip will be February 5, 2008. Will be Oct 14 from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at story Park by the speedway in Meridian. This event celebrated the 90^th anniversary of the appearance of Mary at Fatima. Fr Jerry reviewed the calendar. Terry Radford lead the closing prayer. Maureen Coon was thanked for the hospitality she provided. Next meeting will be October 23, 2007. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 pm.	Sept 22, 2007 Oct 14, 2007	Continue to make arrangements Information Only Information Only	Matt Lara

Respectfully Submitted,

Judy A Bartz_________

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