this
month’s LOG and I will be able to update you in next month’s LOG.
The
church council enjoyed a Retreat on Thursday, February 4th at the Resource
Center. I was more than impressed by the enthusiasm and willingness shown to
tackle this year’s issues and problems.
I look forward to working with them, and all of you this year.
THINK
SPRING!!
In
Christ’s Love,
Everyone
is Someone.
Yours
in Christ,
Bob
Johnson
Save
the Date!!
Galilean’s
Bi-Annual SEDER
MEAL
Will
be held On
Maundy
Thursday, April 1st!! At 7:00 pm
Please remember in your Prayers
Struggling
with Illness
Dick
Becker
Sandra
Fischer
Karen
Barrett
Bruce
Evans
Betty
Wind
Recovering
Maxine
Shropshire
Roger
Gulick
Our
Men in the Military
Cole
Fatland
Andrew
Branstad
Chris
Sorensen
Council
Minutes 2/16/2010
The
monthly council
meeting was postponed from Feb 9th
to the 16th
due to weather cancellation.
Janeil
Olson, Bob Johnson, Sally Litterer, Marilyn Chalgren, Cecelia Fuller, Amy
Pralle, Jeff Stealy, Sue Brandt, Vicki Whelan, Dana Sorensen, Wayne Pralle,
Kelsey Litterer and Pastor Jeff Ungs were present. Leanne Hicks (V.P.) Jo
Ann Shallberg (secretary) and Susan Starrett (congregational life) were
absent.
The
meeting was
called to order by President Bob Johnson. Pastor Jeff led devotions with the
theme, “Spiritual sit ups.” He invited council members to read Christian
devotions daily and shared a website with a bible study that follows the
lectionary readings. It is http://www.elca.org/Growing-In-Faith/Discipleship/Christian-Education/Daily-Discipleship/Year-C-Quarter-2.aspx
A
motion was
made (Jeff S) and seconded (Sally) to accept the minutes of the January
meeting. Motion passed. Discussion was held regarding new procedure for
council committee reports. In order that the business of the church council
might be more transparent and available to any member, all commission
reports are now being filed monthly in the church office. Anyone who wishes
to learn more about the actions of any commission may make a request to the
parish administrator. The files will not leave the office, but copies may be
made.
Sally Litterer gave the Treasurers Report. Galilean now has increased our operating loan to $6,000 due to low income in January. Although there was $9,370. in income, over $4,000 in outstanding bills plus Synod benevolence remained. However; after the stewardship commission sent out a letter to the congregation informing everyone of our financial situation, February giving has increased and bills are being paid as funding is available. Sally
thanked
everyone for helping the church through these difficult financial times.
Motion (Marilyn) to accept treasurers report was seconded (Dana) and
approved.
Pastor
Jeff gave
his report. Pastor recorded duties for month of January and presented them
to the council for record. Presided at funeral home for funeral of
non-member Eunice Ashland. There were no actions that required council vote.
No
report was given for Congregational Life.
Amy
reported that the Evangelism commission has
not had much response to the grocery delivery program for shut ins. Elijah
Ungs informed the council that the Labyrinth Sign is complete and will be
set out in the Spring. He also noted that he completed a billboard that
serves as an information center and a place for donations. They are attached
to the storage garage. He thanked the council for their support of his Eagle
project, and suggested that Galilean have an “Open house” to show off
the Labyrinth to the community in the Spring.
Learning
commission report
given by Sue and Vicki. Kelli Ungs is teaching pre-school and Kindergarten.
Vicki and Sue are teaching grades 1-6. The Spark bible curriculum has worked
very well. February's theme was love. Plans are being made for Vacation
Bible School with EWALU staff coming and leading another day camp.
Fundraisers for VBS were discussed.
Property commission report given by Jeff. There are many items Jeff listed as “wants and wishes” for the property. The sound system now includes an updated wireless microphone. This was purchased with memorial funds. To complete the system and update it so the back classrooms have speakers and additional jacks are available for the PA system, the cost would be $15,000. A less expensive system ($5,700. bid) is available that would
allow
us to piece mill but Jeff will check with the worship commission and others
to coordinate this project to determine what is truly needed. Once again,
possible fundraisers were discussed to help pay for some of the much needed
projects.
Stewardship
commission report
was given by Marilyn. A letter was sent to every member of Galilean
informing them of the current financial shortfall. The stewardship
commission and the council will work to keep stewardship as a priority for
the congregation. There are currently four teams and three substitutes for
counting the weekly offerings. The theme during Lent is “Generous
people”. Dan Gapinski wrote a song for the congregation and will sing it
each Wed. night. The goal for stewardship commission is to reach an average
weekly income of $3,000.
No
report from Social Concerns commission.
Worship
commission reported
that accompanists are set up for the next two months. Janeil Olson will be
assisting with the Seder Meal this year. It was also reported that communion
cloths have continued to disappear. If anyone has one of these, please
return them to the church. Announcements have been moved to the end of the
worship service.
Youth
commission (Dana
and Wayne) reported that the youth will serve the annual Easter breakfast
immediately following Sunrise service. Youth meetings will now be after
church to keep attendance up. Youth sold 180 butterbraids and funds will go
to defray costs of LYO convention in Dubuque March 13-14. Youth are planning
a ski trip Sunday Feb. 21st.
The 2012 Churchwide youth gathering will be in New Orleans again.
Kelsey
reported as Young adult at large that
she is working on ideas to recruit new members and keep youth active.
Meeting
adjourned with Lord's prayer.
Respectfully
submitted by
Kelsey
Litterer
Council
Minutes 2/16/2010
Page
3
The
monthly council
meeting was postponed from Feb 9th
to the 16th
due to weather cancellation.
Janeil
Olson, Bob Johnson, Sally Litterer, Marilyn Chalgren, Cecelia Fuller, Amy
Pralle, Jeff Stealy, Sue Brandt, Vicki Whelan, Dana Sorensen, Wayne Pralle,
Kelsey Litterer and Pastor Jeff Ungs were present. Leanne Hicks (V.P.) Jo Ann
Shallberg (secretary) and Susan Starrett (congregational life) were absent.
The
meeting was
called to order by President Bob Johnson. Pastor Jeff led devotions with the
theme, “Spiritual sit ups.” He invited council members to read Christian
devotions daily and shared a website with a bible study that follows the
lectionary readings. It is http://www.elca.org/Growing-In-Faith/Discipleship/Christian-Education/Daily-Discipleship/Year-C-Quarter-2.aspx
A
motion was
made (Jeff S) and seconded (Sally) to accept the minutes of the January
meeting. Motion passed. Discussion was held regarding new procedure for
council committee reports. In order that the business of the church council
might be more transparent and available to any member, all commission reports
are now being filed monthly in the church office. Anyone who wishes to learn
more about the actions of any commission may make a request to the parish
administrator. The files will not leave the office, but copies may be made.
Sally Litterer gave the Treasurers Report. Galilean now has increased our operating loan to $6,000 due to low income in January. Although there was $9,370. in income, over $4,000 in outstanding bills plus Synod benevolence remained. However; after the stewardship commission sent out a letter to the congregation informing everyone of our financial situation, February giving has improved.
She
thanked everyone for helping the church through these difficult financial
times. Motion (Marilyn) to accept treasurers report was seconded (Dana) and
approved.
Pastor
Jeff gave
his report. Pastor recorded duties for month of January and presented them to
the council for record. Presided at funeral home for funeral of non-member
Eunice Ashland. There were no actions that required council vote.
No
report was given for Congregational Life.
Amy
reported that the Evangelism commission has
not had much response to the grocery delivery program for shut ins. Elijah
Ungs informed the council that the Labyrinth Sign is complete and will be set
out in the Spring. He also noted that he completed a billboard that serves as
an information center and a place for donations. They are attached to the
storage garage. He thanked the council for their support of his Eagle project,
and suggested that Galilean have an “Open house” to show off the Labyrinth
to the community in the Spring.
Learning
commission report
given by Sue and Vicki. Kelli Ungs is teaching pre-school and Kindergarten.
Vicki and Sue are teaching grades 1-6. The Spark bible curriculum has worked
very well. February's theme was love. Plans are being made for Vacation Bible
School with EWALU staff coming and leading another day camp. Fundraisers for
VBS were discussed.
Property
commission report
given by Jeff. There are many items Jeff listed as “wants and wishes” for
the property. The sound system now includes an updated wireless microphone.
This was purchased with memorial funds. To complete the system and update it
so the back classrooms have speakers and additional jacks are available for
the PA system, the cost would be $15,000. A less expensive system would allow
us to piece mill but Jeff will check with the worship commission and others to
coordinate this project to determine what is truly needed. Once again,
possible fundraisers were discussed to help pay for some of the much needed
projects.
Stewardship
commission report
was given by Marilyn. A letter was sent to every member of Galilean informing
them of the current financial shortfall. The stewardship commission and the
council will work to keep stewardship as a priority for the congregation.
There are currently four teams and three substitutes for counting the weekly
offerings. The theme during Lent is “Generous people”. Dan Gapinski wrote
a song for the congregation and will sing it each Wed. night. The goal for
stewardship commission is to reach an average weekly income of $3,000.
No
report from Social Concerns commission.
Worship
commission reported
that accompanists are set up for the next two months. Janeil Olson will be
assisting with the Seder Meal this year. It was also reported that communion
cloths have continued to disappear. If anyone has one of these, please return
them to the church. Announcements have been moved to the end of the worship
service.
Youth
commission (Dana
and Wayne) reported that the youth will serve the annual Easter breakfast
immediately following Sunrise service. Youth meetings will now be after church
to keep attendance up. Youth sold 180 butterbraids and funds will go to defray
costs of LYO convention in Dubuque March 13-14. Youth are planning a ski trip
Sunday Feb. 21st.
The 2012 Churchwide youth gathering will be in New Orleans again.
Kelsey
reported as Young adult at large that
she is working on ideas to recruit new members and keep youth active.
Meeting
adjourned with Lord's prayer.
Respectfully
submitted by
Kelsey
Litterer
Youth
Crusaders Notes to Note
We
sold 175 Butterbraids - our goal was 250. Thanks to everyone who
collected orders. Top 3 sellers were the Ungs family with 43, Welper’s
with 26 and Fuller’s with 24. Great
Job!
LYO Assembly for high school - March 13-14 - there are 4 boy & 4 girls & Wayne & Dana going to Dubuque - contact Dana ASAP if you are interested in coming with us - it will be a blast. Registration for the event & hotel will be sent this week. Youth will be serving Lenten Soup supper on March 10 - please sign up to bring soup, muffins or milk at the
church.
Easter Breakfast - youth will serve pancakes & sausages & fruit for
Easter breakfast - April 4 - This is a free will donation event for the youth.
It was decided to go back to having short business meetings after
church so
more youth & parents will be able to attend. Last night's meeting
had 10 youth and 3 adults. We will have a short meeting after
church to organize Easter breakfast on March 21 (many will be at LYO on March
14). Bible discussions & fun activities will be planned on a
different night during the month - having it on the same night helps youth
with jobs plan their schedules. It was discussed to have youth plan the
lessons & activities for these nights - great idea.
Possible
fund raising events -
RAGRAI
ELCA
Youth Gathering 2012 will be in New Orleans - all 7th, 8th, 9th & 10th
graders can go!
Be
the blessing to someone today - what you do matters!
Rejoice in the Lord Always!
Dana
Dollars
& Sense (Cents) ~ January 2010
Regular
Giving: $11,600.17
Designated Giving: $20.00
Memorials
Received: $240.00
Total
Incoming: $11,860.17
Operating
Expense: $9,369.63
Designated Giving Paid Out: $0
Memorial
Funds Used: $913.97
(Bells
Refurbishing)
Total
Outgoing: $10,283.60
Please
note: There
were $4,339.78 of unpaid bills that were due by January 31 and had not been
paid.
As
of February 5: $6,000 has been borrowed from our Line of Credit
Average
Attendance 2009: 93
Average Attendance 2010: 91
Respectfully
Submitted, Sally Litterer ~ Treasurer
Here’s
who’s Doing What in Worship and Service for March
Sunday,
March 7
Accompanist:
Brenda
Bonnstetter
Acolyte:
Jenna
Hanson
Worship
Assistant:
Dale Kroon
Reader:
Leanne
Hicks
Communion
Prep: Marilyn
Chalgren
Communion
Servers: Elijah
Ungs, Isaac Ungs, Leah Bonnstetter
Bread/Juice:
Jack
& Sandi Davis
Usher/Greeters:
Robert
& Rosalie Olson
Coffee
Hosts: Youth
Sunday,
March 14
Accompanist:
Linda
Hopper
Acolyte:
Krystle
Lu
Worship
Assistant:
Bob Johnson
Reader:
Larry
Eichmeier
Usher/Greeters:
Scott
& Sue Brandt and
Dee
Canady
Coffee
Hosts: Allen
& Karen Holm
Sunday,
March 21
Accompanist:
Jane
Taylor
Acolyte:
Zach
Welper
Worship
Assistant: Karen
Holm
Reader:
Jerry
Gunnerson
Communion
will be by Intinction
Communion
Server: Bob
Johnson
Usher/Greeters:
Kim & Sue Dwyer
Coffee
Hosts: Vicky
Whelan family &
Marilyn
Chalgren
Sunday,
March 28 ~
Palm
Sunday
Accompanist:
Linda
Hopper
Acolyte:
Keegan
Clark
Worship
Assistant:
Janeil Olson
Reader:
Dick
Olson
Communion
Prep: Janeil
Olson
Communion
Servers:
Jim Latham, Louanne Bonin, Sharon Ryg
Usher/Greeters:
Jim
& Marcia Latham,
Alan
Oines
Coffee
Hosts: Jim
& Denise Davis
Video
Tape for the month of March:
Jessica
Fuller, Alisha Ungs
Al
& Karen Holm are
the leaders for this month’s Usher/Greeter & Coffee Host list. If you
are unable to do an assigned task, please try calling to switch with someone
in your group or give Karen a call in the church office. If you need or would
like a Job Description, please let Karen know that too. Thanks!!
From
the Worship Commission: As
we have received no response from the letters we sent out to those who had
done the tasks of Communion Prep
or had Coffee Hosted the past months we are now asking if anyone (as in any
Galilean member) has a set of white linen napkins that are not being used and
would like to donate them to the church? We will need them by Easter, April
4th.
Thanks!!
Marilyn
Chalgren & Karen Holm
This
and That!!
Diner’s
Club will
be gathering on Friday, March 12 at 6:30 pm at the Boathouse in Clear Lake.
Just
Desserts Bible
Study group will
not be
meeting in March.
Prayer
Shawl Group
meets
Monday, March 1st at 3:00 pm!!
And
More things to Note ~
ON
the table in the back of the sanctuary:
The
Upper Room Devotionals
for March & April
“Alive
Now” Devotionals
for March & April
Lutheran
Woman Today magazine
for
March
Please,
these are for your
taking
to have them at home to read and enjoy.
Thanks!!
The Greatest Need
If ourgreatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist.
If our greatest need had been money, God would have sent us an economist.
But since our greatest need was forgiveness, God sent us a Savior
Our
Special Thanks go out to ~ and
Special Thanks from ~
To
~ Rae
& Connie Bieber, Bob & Zach Welper, Greg Olson, Jan Fynskov, &
Marilyn Chalgren for giving your time in serving for Community Kitchen in
February!!
To
~ Jeff
& Mary Stealy and Rae & Connie Bieber for housing and hosting our
youth from Youth Encounter!
From
~ Thank
you for your generous donation of $92 in support of Youth Encounter. We pray
that through our events, teams, and crews, by God’s grace, our young people
will be established in Christian faith, engaged in Christian ministry, and
equipped for Christian leadership. Your prayers
and generous gifts make this ministry possible. On behalf of the young
people who have benefited, I thank you! Dr.
Larry Johnson, President, Youth Encounter
From
~ Thank
you for the prayers, cards and visits while I was in the hospital, and for the
Prayer Shawl, it is beautiful! Special Thanks to Pastor Jeff for his visits
and prayers.
Bless
all of you!! Maxine Shropshire
Click here for the March 2010 Calendar