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Vestry Meeting Minutes

February 18 , 2004

Vestry members present: Scott Carter, Al Doty, Brad Ewing, Bill Fanning, Suzanne Files, Philip Gaines, Ruby Medlin, Keith Obert, Paul Pradat, David Senn, Reggie Sims.

Others present: Judy Barnes, David Christian, Steve Downs.

The meeting was opened with prayer by David Christian and Paul Pradat presided.

Paul welcomed the new Senior Warden, Al Doty and the new Vestry members Brad Ewing, Ruby Medlin, David Senn and Reggie Sims. He encouraged them to share in creating a vision for the Chapel's future as it moves from being a program church to a corporate church. He wants to plan a Vestry Retreat in a couple of months.

Approval of Minutes. Keith Obert made the motion to approve the January minutes as written. Philip Gaines seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously.

Commission Structure/Meeting Dates. Al Doty distributed a chart of the Chapel's commissions. He noted vacancies in some committee chairman positions and asked for vestry's help in filling them. Al said a new Finance Committee had been formed and has met. He discussed that Vestry meetings will usually be on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. When there are significant issues for the vestry's consideration, he will try to send them information prior to the meeting.

Treasurer's Report. Steve Downs presented the final 2003 operating statement that included Search Committee expenses.

Rector's Report. Paul Pradat provided a handout showing the schedule of classes and events for Lent, Holy Week, The Great 50 Days. There will be special programming for adults and children during Lent and other offerings during Easter.

Paul, David Conn, Keith Obert and Reggie Sims will be attending a seminar in Memphis with an emphasis on church growth and new member ministry. They expect to get useful information about welcoming and involving visitors and new members. Paul noted his areas of particular emphasis at this time are: newcomers, evangelism, pastoral care, communications and stewardship. He would like to have a lay ministry fair soon. Leslie LeDoux is the new chairman of Pastoral Care Committee and is at work contacting teams, planning a training session and developing a Pastoral Care manual. Paul reported the new Communications Committee has met and is reviewing the look and effectiveness of the Sunday bulletins, newsletters, website and signs.

New Business:

Youth Trip. Paul passed out information about a Junior High trip to 'Swim with the Dolphins' and noted the vestry needs to approve the trip under youth trip policies. Philip Gaines made a motion to approve the trip with the understanding that if adequate funds were not raised the trip would be cancelled. The motion was seconded by Suzanne Files and approved unanimously.

New Server. A proposal for a new server was discussed. David Christian noted the old server has become inadequate. David Senn will research a cost comparison. Scott Carter made the motion to approve up to $3000 for the new server. It was seconded by Keith Obert and carried unanimously.

Long Range Planning. The Long Range Planning Committee has met and Terry Eason will visit soon to discuss the next phase of planning. There was general discussion of planning, parish feedback and professional fundraising assistance.

Youth Room Update. The carpet has been installed. The remaining parts of the project were discussed. Scott Carter will check on how much has been spent to date.

Letter to the Bishop. Paul reported public forums have been scheduled. Some members wish to send a letter to Bishop Gray expressing their feelings about Council and General Convention. It was decided the letter should not be on Chapel letterhead and a cover letter from Paul would note that the signors did not represent all the membership. The letter will be out for signing on Sunday.

The meeting was adjourned to executive session.