St Anthony Parish Advisory Council Minutes
April 19, 2018
All members present: Father Vic, Chris Wagar, Jim Hines, Sue Cowan, John Sedbrook, Chris O Brien and Mary Brooks.
I. Opening Prayer
John Sedbrook led the opening prayer: Heavenly Father guide us in the all the decisions we make.
II. Review/Approval Minutes from March
Minutes were approved by all.
III. Pastor’s Report
May 29th is a very important date to remember as the Bishop will be here for ConfirmationFirst Eucharist. He generally only comes once a year, so Father Vic is hoping it will be a time for the whole parish to come together.
The discussion then turned to where Father would stay during the remodeling of the rectory. Father Vic said Duane Sanger had an RV he could use and was very grateful. Soon after he moved in, Virginia Brown asked him to consider staying at her house as she has a full basement apartment with a drive in garage, and other the amenities. So Father has decided to stay there during the remodeling of the rectory. Father plans to stay a couple nights a week at Madeline Falls. Father announced that he will be staying at St Anthony’s for another 6 years. We all were very excited to hear the wonderful news, a saving grace for the community of St. Anthony’s. Father is going to enjoy the new rectory for a long time.
IV. Financial Report Review
Father Vic said we received a check for $1,000 to be used as needed for the rectory. We had a great March, $12,800 in contributions. After expenses we netted $1691 for the month. Year to date: $26,542
V. Communication
a. Maintenance/Remodeling Jim Hines said the demolition is going very well. God has supplied many, many volunteers to help. It has given the congregation an opportunity to not only work together but to get to know each other. As an example; Linda Rose worked all day long bagging up old insulation. She had the opportunity to visit with Steve Wilson and get to know him. She said that it was a lot of fun. Chris Wagar thanked Jim and Jean Hines for all they are doing to oversee and organize the remodeling. We appreciate all their work. It is astounding the see what they are accomplishing!
b. St Joseph statue Pedestal has been ordered. By ordering on line we saved over $400 on the statue. It will be the same size as the Mary statue on the other side of the altar.
VI. Old Business
The Capital Campaign has been put on hold until further notice. The Priest’s Council advised the Bishop that this is not the right time for a Capital Campaign as parishes need to do some long needed repairs and upkeep. Sue Cowan said the Priest’s Pension Plan needed to take forefront in the diocese spending plan.
VII. New Business
Chris Wagar brought up the congestion in the back of the church before Mass. The ushers will be moved up to the back pew. The chair and small cabinet will be removed. The existing pedestal will remain and the one under the St Joseph statue matches so it will be placed in the back to look a little more coordinated. Also we will be getting new collection baskets.
Sue Cowan suggested having one way traffic in the parking lot. Jim said he could order some one way signs. People will come in on First Street and go out the side street. We will put it in the bulletin and mention it a few times so people realize what we are trying to do.
VIII. Placeholders:
a. Upcoming events: Confirmation/First Communion May 29th Italian Dinner is May 19th. b. Newsletter prep (May) c. Parish Picnic (May) d. Thanksgiving dinner 2018 prep (May) e. Basement updates (TBD)
IX. Next meeting/time
April 17th @ 5:00 Sue Cowan will lead prayer and bring snacks
X. Closing Prayer: John Sedbrook