Clerk’s Report
The Session of John Knox Presbyterian Church met on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM, in the Conference Room for their regular monthly Meeting. The following are some of the items discussed:
Christian Education
1. Lynn reminded folks of the Women’s Faith and Fellowship dinner on Monday.
2. They reviewed the busy Children’s Ministry calendar for the spring.
3. VBS is scheduled for June 9 through 12. The theme will be Camp Firelight – a summer camp adventure with God.
4. All PDO/Kindergarten programs are full for the fall.
5. Tami has applied for a Fortune Grant for 2024 for classroom/lesson enrichment.
Christian Mission & Outreach
1. Lake Forest Elementary support continues.
2. Justin praised Lori for all her work with the Circles of Welcome. There was a general discussion on how the family has prospered here in Greenville and how much the Church has benefitted from our relationship with them.
3. The Committee continues to study how we can support the Isaiah 117 program for foster care transitions.
4. They are part of the discussion on how to increase our financial support for Foothills Presbytery.
5. The Committee shared their calendar of activities for Adopt a Highway, Triune Mercy Center, and the Monthly Giving Focus.
Evangelism
1. They are working to expand the Bread Ministry Program.
2. Handwritten welcome notes from Bette are sent to visitors after their third visit.
3. They are looking at a New Member (New to Knox type) class soon.
4. New pew cards are in development.
Fellowship
1. The schedule of Wednesday Night programs will include Faith Yoga, Jump Start Ministries, and Halsey Counseling.
2. The Chili Cookoff for Souper Bowl Sunday was great.
3. There is a gathering planned for the Greenville Drive game on April 28.
4. Church-wide Field Day will be May 19 with casual dress for the Church Service.
5. They are looking into a new intergenerational Supper Club.
Music and Worship
1. The calendar for Lenten Services was reviewed.
2. They are working on some technical issues with the live stream.
Nurture
1. They are planning a Thank You/Welcome Aboard reception for past and present Care Companions in March.
2. They are looking for a few more volunteers for flower deliveries.
3. Volunteer training for Side-by-Side Respite Ministry volunteers will be on February 21. Doors to open on March 5.
4. They are looking for a new lead for the Transportation Ministry Team.
Property & Operations
1. The painting of the Fellowship Hall and adjacent areas is nearly complete.
2. The new HVAC for the Organ is complete.
3. Installation of the new 600 Amp breaker for the PDO Building should begin in mid-March.
4. Thanks were given for Miller and Lincoln and their quick response to the flooding in the Kitchen.
5. They are looking at options for expanding the Columbarium, including new fencing.
Carter Rief – Youth and Young Adults
1. The “I’m In” campaign is underway and will run through March 10.
2. Seven Confirmands are signed up for the class. Confirmation will be on May 12. They are still looking for mentors.
3. They are looking to increase attendance for the Sunday School Coffee Hour for Young Adults.
4. Care Boxes have been sent to our college students.
Rev. Justin Cazel
1. The next quarterly men’s gathering will be March 14.
2. He is working on the Generosity Team in an advisory role.
Dick Powers
Clerk of Session
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