Meeting, Feb. 4-04

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St. Malachi Parish Council
Meeting Summary
February 4, 2004

Learning & Enrichment: A guest speaker, Willie Evatz of Crown Financial Ministries, discussed stewardship. His group teaches "Godly financial purposes." According to Mr. Evatz, studying stewardship is important because it will help people learn that stewardship is not about money, but about changing lives.

Discussion Items: Needs of Parish Council -- The parish council will have anywhere from one to four vacancies this year. The current members discussed the qualities and characteristics needed in potential candidates, such as dedication and commitment. It is important that the Council be representative of the entire faith community of the parish.

Decision Items:

1) Lenten Project - Fr. Tony recommended that council adopt the Procop House as its cause for the annual Lenten Project. The Procop House offers affordable housing to men who are transitioning from homelessness to a responsible place in the community. Passed unanimously.
2) Nominating Committee - Carolyn Meyer, Andy McLinden, and Mike French volunteered to serve as the Nominating Committee to identify future Parish Council members.

Reporting Items:
1.   Pastor's Report - Fr. Tony discussed the next steps in the Vibrant Parish Life process.
2.   Liturgy Committee - Marge Naumann reported that the Parish's Liturgy Committee has combined with the Community's Liturgy Committee for liturgy planning for Lent, Holy Week and the Easter season. This is working well and the Liturgy Committee is excited about the upcoming Lenten season.
3.   Spiritual Development - Anna Maria Masterson reported that St. Malachi will offer a speakers' series on Wednesdays in March called "Reviving Our Spirit."
4.   Malachi Center - Cathy Saegel reported on the Homelessness Marathon to be held on February 12, 2004 at the Center and on the annual "Soup for Soul" benefit scheduled for April 1, 2004 Le Centre in Westlake.
5.   Stewardship - Anna Maria Masterson reported on the continuing progress of the Stewardship committee, which plans to introduce a stewardship program for the parish this fall.