Printable Church Council Meeting Minute
Printable Church Council Meeting Minute
Date: April 25, 2055
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Whispering Pines Chapel
Present:
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Chairperson: Gabriella
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Secretary: [Your Name]
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Members: Elijah Stone, Amelia Rose, Gabriel Smith
Absent:
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Sophia Lopez
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Isaac Johnson
1. Opening Prayer
The meeting commenced at 7:00 PM with a solemn prayer led by Pastor Xavier, seeking divine guidance and blessings for the proceedings.
2. Call to Order
Chairperson Gabriella officially called the meeting to order, emphasizing the importance of punctuality and adherence to the scheduled agenda.
3. Roll Call
The secretary conducted a roll call to confirm attendance. Present members included Elijah Stone, Amelia Rose, and Gabriel Smith. Those absent were noted as Sophia Lopez and Isaac Johnson.
5. Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes
The minutes from the previous meeting held on April 25, 2055, were reviewed. After a brief discussion, Amelia Rose motioned to approve the minutes, which was seconded by Gabriel Smith. The motion passed unanimously.
6. Reports
A. Chairperson’s Report:
Chairperson Gabriella reported on the successful completion of the recent charity fundraiser, highlighting the community's generous support. She also outlined plans for upcoming community outreach events aimed at further strengthening church involvement in local initiatives.
B. Treasurer’s Report:
The Treasurer presented the financial status as follows:
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Category |
Amount ($) |
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Income |
$5,000 |
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Expenses |
$3,500 |
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Balance |
$1,500 |
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Budget Variance |
$500 |
The treasurer noted that the current balance indicates a positive budget variance, which can be allocated toward future projects.
C. Committee Reports:
The Outreach Committee reported significant progress in organizing a food drive for the homeless shelter, with collection dates and locations scheduled for next month.
7. Old Business
The council engaged in a discussion regarding unresolved matters from previous meetings. Key points included:
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Follow-up actions on the renovation project, with specific deadlines set for completion to ensure timely progress.
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Finalization of plans for the upcoming church picnic, including logistics and volunteer assignments.
7. New Business
New agenda items were introduced for discussion, including:
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A proposal for a youth mentorship program designed to foster leadership skills among younger congregation members.
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Strategies to enhance communication within the congregation to ensure all members are informed and engaged.
8. Announcements
Chairperson Gabriella made important announcements and reminders regarding upcoming events, including:
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The date for the community food drive.
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Volunteer opportunities for the church picnic.
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Deadlines for committee reports to be submitted for the next meeting.
9. Closing Prayer
The meeting concluded at 9:00 PM with a closing prayer led by Pastor Xavier, expressing gratitude for the contributions of all members and seeking blessings for the church’s ongoing endeavors.
Next Meeting
The next church council meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2055, at 6:00 PM in Whispering Pines Chapel.
Adjournment
Chairperson Gabriella officially adjourned the meeting, expressing appreciation for the commitment and contributions of all members to the church’s mission.
Prepared by: [Your Name]
Approved by: Chairperson Gabriella
