A motion was made to approve the agenda, seconded and motion carried. The January council meeting minutes were approved with the following changes that pay periods for church employees would be the second and sixteenth date of the month for church employees.

Karen Holm read her parish report. Pastor Scot shared his Pastor’s report. He will continue to lead devotions @ Apple Valley every Wednesday @ 10:30 AM. He continues to do hospital visits, communion visits and confirmation. He will be on vacation March 11-18 and Jackie Swanson will take call for him. New members for Galilean will be on Sunday March 4.

Sally Litterer presented the treasurer’s report. A motion was made to approve the report, seconded and motion carried. A motion was made seconded and carried for Sally Litterer and Jerry Gunnerson to get a line of credit at Clear Lake Bank and Trust. Sally presented the memorial funds available. A motion was made to purchase an electronic drum set and microphone with memorial fund money. The motion was seconded and approved, motion carried.

The following commissions reported to the council.

Congregational Life: Kelsey Litterer reported that new member Sunday will be on March 4 and a cake following the service has been ordered. A Seder Meal is being planned on Maundy Thursday April 5, 2012 @ 6:30 pm

Evangelism: Kelsey Litterer reported that she and Kelli Gapinski have learned how to make video’s into DVD for those requesting one for the service. Transportation for Apple Valley is being set up by Leanne Hicks.

Learning: Jackie Swanson reported that a Woman’s Forum will be held on non-communion Sundays following the church service. The first study will be on the 23^rd Psalm. A women’s bible study which meets on every 3^rd Tuesday @ 9:00 AM has started and will be on Women of the Bible. Everyone is welcome to come and join in at any time.

Property: Jeff Stealy reported that the lights in the front entry are now working. The Eternal Light oil after discussion will be furnished by Billy Olson who had extra soy oil available. This will be trialed to see if it works and it will save the church an annual cost of $400.00. Discussion on moving the hymnals to a different storage location within the church was discussed.

Social concerns: Pastor Scot shared that Galilean had participated helping with the community kitchen.

Worship: Marilyn Chalgren reported that the worship commission meeting was held on February 16, 2012. Instead of creating a new position of worship coordinator, responsibilities have been added to the worship assistant position. Marilyn and Karen will update the check list before March 4, 2012. Brenda Bonnstetter has talked with Sally about getting money for a piano microphone and an electronic drum set using memorial monies. The Bell Choir will play on

President Jerry Gunnerson called the meeting to order. Members present: Jerry Gunnerson, Marilyn Chalgren, Jeff Stealy, Jackie Swanson, CeCe Fuller, Sally Litterer, Kelsey Litterer, Kelli Gapinski, Wayne Pralle.

A motion was made, seconded, and passed to approve the Agenda. A motion was made, seconded and passed to waive the reading of the February council minutes.

The Parish Office Report was read by Jerry. Karen thanked the office helpers for their time while she was on vacation. A new Address Directory will be in council members mailboxes in April. The Pastor’s Report was shared. Pastor Scot attended several conference functions in February. CeCe will remind the office when it is our turn to conduct worship at Oakwood.

A motion was made, seconded and passed to approve the Treasurer’s Report. Some payments such as Synod Support, Pension/Medical have not yet been paid. A line of credit has been set up at CLBT. Some of the money from the Ilse Bruntjen estate donation will be used to repay the general fund as we get it. This will ease the budget crunch a bit temporarily.

Congregational Life: Kitchen supplies are up to date. They are helping with the Seder Meal on April 5.

Evangelism: Several visitors have been recently welcomed.

Learning: VGS programs are being looked at. Dates not yet set for this. Riverside Camp info is here. Early sign up is encouraged. Window decorating was discussed. They will not be painted this year for Easter as there are other options. An egg hunt will be held after the Easter Breakfast.

Property: The piano microphone is here. New light bulbs will be put in the fixtures by the windows to give better lighting. Spring Clean Up will be from 9:00 am until Noon on Saturday, April 14.

Youth/Youth at Large: They had a group meeting March 18. New T-shirts are being designed for the Youth Gathering in July. 10 youth are planning on attending. The Gala made about $800. The youth will again serve an Easter Breakfast between services.

Worship: a Drum set has been purchased for the Praise Band. We are going ahead with the Seder Meal on April 5 at 6:30 pm, despite Janeil’s absence. Many have volunteered to help with this. Sign up sheets for reservations and food items will be ready March 18.

Correspondence: Synod Assembly registration forms are here.

Old Business: Fareway, Augsburg Publishing, Staples, Martin Brothers, Larson’s and Kramer Hardware all have charges accounts for Galilean. Approved and signed receipts by the purchaser must be given to Sally. Kelsey will get a charge account form for Bill’s in Garner. Oil for the oil lamps, eternal candle was again discussed. Kelsey will check into getting oil from Rusty Olson. Otherwise it needs to be ordered as we are out.

New Business: It has been suggested that we look into building a loft in the space above the band instruments/band. It will be a multipurpose structure with a coat closet, shelving and storage underneath. Jeff will explore this ideas further. The Memorial Wish List was discussed. Give new wishes to the committee. Replacing 25 chairs was added. A fireproof safe or file for church records was requested.

Council will revisit the “Meet and Greet” idea sheet at the April meeting. Council members are to be ready to discuss how to implement these ideas. Check your mailboxes for a copy.

The next council meeting will be Tuesday, April 10. Jackie will give devotions.

The meeting adjourned with the Lord’s Prayer.

Respectfully Submitted ~ Marilyn Chalgren, acting Secretary

We were there as a family when Galilean first met and then broke ground, and Alan found it a most hospitable collection of people. We are so happy that it continues to be a welcoming place for all of God’s beloved people. Know that your contributions have been forwarded to the designated ministry. Bless you!!

In Christ ~ The Oines Family ~ Joanne, Joel