Holy Cross Church Council Minutes
December 10, 2004
Attendees: Pastor Dana Runestad, Rick Pence, Donna Matteis, Shari Dudek, Pam LeDuc, Wendy Amstutz,
John Gustafson, Norm Sorensen, Betty Ingraham, Karla Pearson, Andy Heise, Scott Beckerman, Paul
Williams
Excused: Jeff Schuman
Guests: None.
Donna led a brief devotion from the daily Purpose Driven Life, "Gifted for a Reason" by John Fisher.
Meeting called to order by Norm Sorensen at 8:06 PM.
Pastor's Report:
There was some discussion over the number of active members. Around 100 contact/drop notices have been
mailed out to inactive members. The membership committee was asked to report at the next council meeting
when the role will be cleaned up and a good number be available.
Municipal Systems Consulting
material was distributed for review by council. The council will discuss later seeking their 'vision'
services.
Guest Introductions -- No guests
Special Report -- Annual Meeting
Reports for the various committees are due on December 15th for the annual report. Nominations for
council will be closed three weeks before the annual meeting. Donna would like to put together
biographies to include in the annual report or a supplemental mailing prior to the meeting.
Secretary's Report
Minutes accepted with a minor correction to the budget discussion.
Old Business
Organ maintenance discussions are continuing with the Aebel & Sons Pipe Organ Company. A major cleaning
service requiring extensive disassembly is overdue. A quote was received for nearly $5000. A second quote
will be sought to validate this quote.
The Council retreat is scheduled for March 11 and 12, 2005. The location is still to be determined.
Discussion on one service per Sunday during summer months was referred back to the Worship & Music Committee.
New Business
Frank Swanson provided a written recommendation regarding adding a second seminary scholarship in
addition to the Lindholm Scholarship Fund (attached on paper copy). There was previous discussion on this
subject within the Operations Committee, who is responsible for maintaining the funds. It was discussed
that the issue be referred to the Operations Committee for review and presentation to the Council before
responding to Frank Swanson. Scott moved to refer the issue to the Operations Committee for review and
recommendation for action to the Council. Wendy seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Two gracious thank you's from Trinity Lutheran Seminary students were received. They will both be posted.
A letter from the synod was received that approved our adopted church constitution.
About People Time
Phil Beyer is at Heartland nursing home after kidney and heart failure. He was
happy to receive his prayer shawl.
Claire Amstutz's cardiac visit went exceedingly well.
Paul Williams is now back working at K-Mart.
A service of Comfort and Support will be held on December 17th at 6:30 for those struggling with grief
and loss during the holiday season. A dinner will follow offsite.
Financial Secretary's Report
A report, distributed via email prior to the meeting, was approved as received.
Standing Committee Reports
Written reports were distributed prior to the meeting for the Evangelism/Membership, and Fellowship and
Special Events Committees. The treasurer's report was approved as received.
Calendar
Annual reports are due December 15th, 2004. Note: Financial numbers will be through end November for the
Annual Report, with final end year numbers distributed at the Annual Meeting.
Christmas Eve Services
-- 3 of them!
Council meeting 8PM, January 14, 2004
New Member Class on January 8th, 2005. New members will be received at the 9:30AM service on January 9th,
2005. There will be a luncheon after the 11AM service.
Congregational Meeting 1PM, January 30th, 2005
Adjournment and Lord's Prayer
Norm adjourned the meeting at 9:30 PM.
Minutes prepared by John Gustafson.