Spiritual Life and Worship

Meeting Minutes of November 4, 2010
Recorder: Elaine Brownell

Attending: Tex Haeuser, Dana Wiggins, Rick Angell, Debbie Riley, Elaine Brownell

Review of October Minutes – Approved as read.

Vote to place the following members on inactive list:
The following have moved out of state and have not (yet) requested letters of transfer:
Mark and Kathy Gandolfo; Mitsuko Fowler

ADVENT – (from Elsa’s e-mail) A discussion was held regarding John and Elsa’s desire to make the lighting of the candles during advent a more inclusive and meaningful experience for the entire congregation. Changes being considered include:
1) Installing the candelabra at the beginning of Advent instead of during Christmas week - each week lighting more candles until they are all lit on Christmas Eve.
2) Moving the advent wreath closer to the congregation, perhaps where the baptismal font is, and/or adding another wreath, perhaps in the back of the sanctuary or on the altar.
3)Asking acolytes to bring the light of Christ out of the sanctuary during the last hymn–bringing light closer to the congregation and symbolizing the light of Christ going into the world.

Committee liked the idea of having the candelabra lit from December 19th thru the 26th. Concerns were aired, however, regarding safety during busy services (pageant, etc). The idea of moving the advent wreath closer to the congregation or adding another wreath during advent was also well received. Regarding the “moving of the light” at the end of the service, committee members thought that this would be very effective and meaningful – either carried by the acolytes or perhaps the family lighting the candles during that service. The committee agreed to leave the details to John and Elsa. *

WEBSITE – (Dana) The church’s website will soon be up and running. It was noted that individual websites and e-mails will not be included – only those of the general contact person. Groups are being reminded not to include personal e-mails in the writing of minutes.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES – (Rick) The need for updates regarding emergency procedures was discussed. Those responsible for implementing these procedures, including drills, must be informed and “trained” to respond to an emergency. Further exploration, discussion and communication with Council will follow.

NEW TABLE IN DAVIDSON LOUNGE – (Debbie) Debbie purchased a table for Davidson Lounge from Cherished Possessions to replace the one that is currently in the sanctuary. The cost was $131.00. Debbie will check with Cyndi regarding monies to cover the cost – either from segregated funds or money from 2010 budget.

BUDGET - The 2011 SL & W Budget will remain the same as 2010:
Altar Care and Worship Supplies $400
Confirmation and Membership $700
Devotional Booklets $500
Signing $500
TOTAL $2100

Next Meeting: December 2, 2010
Agenda/Meeting: Elaine
Minutes: Tex

Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.