Clerk’s Report
The Session of John Knox Presbyterian Church met on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for their monthly Stated Meeting. The following are some of the items discussed:
Administrative
1. The finances were reviewed. It was explained that the expenses look a little off because of the $50,000 transfer from operating to reserve that the Session approved last month.
2. The CMO expenses reflect the quarterly benevolence payments.
3. The Committee proposed and the Session approved scheduling the Called Congregational Meeting for May 19, 2024, at 9:55 AM in the Sanctuary for the purpose of electing the CNC.
Christian Education
1. Summer opportunities will include Fun in the Son, The Great Escape, and Serving Orlando.
2. The Summer Sunday School plan will include a 10-week study of the Book of Proverbs.
3. The staff is revising the safety practices as they pertain to children, youth, and vulnerable adults.
4. The next Women’s Faith and Fellowship Dinner will be May 7 and Sandy Garrett will be the featured speaker.
5. Tami Wall’s report on the Kindergarten program was shared and reviewed.
Christian Mission & Outreach
1. The Committee is working on how best to expand efforts in the Isaiah 117 program.
2. The John Knox workday with Habitat for Humanity will be on May 25 and will be a home preservation project.
3. They will be providing lunch for the Lake Forest staff on April 26.
4. There are plans for a party to celebrate nine months of success with the Circle of Welcome.
Evangelism
1. The postcard to replace the yellow pew card will include a property map.
2. Bread Ministry is going well.
3. The New to Knox class will include Q&A on PCUSA as well as John Knox with a tour of the campus by Carol Kendall.
4. As part of the Photo Directory update, they will have Step & Repeat photo op on Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Graduation, VBS, and Rally Day.
Fellowship
1. They have two suites booked for the Drive Game on April 28.
2. Church-wide Field Day will be May 19 with casual dress for the Church Service.
3. Gloria Marcus will speak on relationships at WNS on May 22.
4. Supper Club plans are ongoing.
Nurture
1. Jessica Bixler sent out our gift cards to college students, so they can take a friend to dinner.
2. In-Home Communion is ongoing at Rolling Green, Foothills, and private homes.
3. The Quilters recently delivered eight quilts to gentlemen at Foothills.
4. Feedback on the Side-by-Side respite care ministry program has been fantastic.
Property & Operations
1. The steeple repair will run from June 3 – 7.
2. Gym roof repairs are looking for new bidders.
3. The 600-amp main breaker will be replaced starting on May 2h. No power available in Kindergarten, PDO, or Education Wing during upgrade.
4. The trim on the Sanctuary building needs work. They are getting bids.
Susan Felton – Children’s Ministry
1. VBS is June 9-12. Please see the list of places where you can help.
2. They want the kids to do something with Side-by-Side, maybe placemats.
3. The next Parents Night Out is next Friday.
4. The book study of ‘The Worry-Free Parent’ is winding down.
Rev. Justin Cazel
1. The Men’s Film Festival went well.
2. M3 participation is steady and consistent.
Dr. Gordon Turnbull
During this season of Easter remember to trust the story of Easter and a risen life.
Dick Powers
Clerk of Session
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