St. James Parish Council Minutes
May 8, 2000

 

 

OPENING PRAYER:  Steve Gregoire

 

ABSENT: Adam Benson, Erin Parrish, Father Ron Will, and Steve Wolcott.

 

Annette Hedrick, Molly Doherty, and Larry Venneman were present to go over the proposed budget for 2000-2001.

 

The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Sandy Turner.  The April minutes were approved after motions were made by Anita Holt and Ralph Agee respectively.  The May agenda was approved. 

 

OLD BUSINESS:

1.      An update on Project 2010 was given by Tim Laird.  He said the CORE group is meeting the fourth Sunday of each month, and they had a good attendence on April 24.  Each subcommittee is going over and prioritizing ideas, then the CORE members will attend other organization meetings to get their ideas and assistance to implement needs of our parish.  Tim noted the committee has set an October deadline to report their strategic plan to the Parish Council.

 

2.      Nominating Committee Report: Final slate of candidates ready for elections at Masses next weekend.  Some positions will be unopposed with only one candidate running.

 

3.      The first Sunday evening Mass will be July 2nd at 6:00 PM.  Discussion was held following some requests for the time to be later than 6 PM.  Council members opposed a later time because they felt after 6 PM would be too late during the winter, and don’t think it is a good idea to change Mass times for summer and winter because it is confusing to parishioners.

 

4.      The June Parish Council Retreat will be at the Precious Blood Center Saturday, June 24th from 9 AM to 12 Noon. Diane Schutz will be the leader.  If anyone has a topic for the retreat, call the Parish Office.  There will be no regular June meeting.    

 

NEW BUSINESS:

1.   Annette Hedrick presented the Parish budget for the year 2000-2001, and answered questions from council members concerning increases in expenses.  It was noted the proposed budget increase is $168,000 for the coming year.  She pointed out that staff salaries reflected a 3% raise which are set by  the diocese.  Molly Doherty, Assistant School Principal, was present to go over the School budget explaining salary, equipment, and maintenance increases. Overall increase in the school budget is $95,100 for year. She added enrollment is the same as last year at 292.  They will look at recruitment to fill the vacancies.  Molly also noted at the end of March school expenses are in line with this year’s budget.    

 

MINISTRY REPORTS:

Christian Formation: Ralph Agee – No Report

 

Human Concerns and Outreach: Sandy Turner– Handout submitted covering activities as follows:

w        Hillcrest Ministries has a new family moving in today.

w        Habitat for Humanity – Dinners for Eight providing rough-in crew and lunch Saturday, June 17th for one of three houses being constructed in Claycomo.

w        Peace and Justice – Missouri Catholic Conference has developed a state and federal candidate questionnaire so Catholics will be better informed by knowing the views of candidates running for public office.

w        Respect Life Ministry – Reminder of Mother’s Day Diaper Drive with diapers to go to parishioners, Lighthouse and Crises Pregnancy Centers.

 

Catholic Organizations: Jo Krones – No report

 

Stewardship and Administration: Kim Parente – No report other than budget presented by Annette and Molly.

 

Liturgy: Steve Wolcott – Absent

 

Education: Steve Gregoire – No report

 

School: Anita Holt – Results of 87 school surveys returned have been given to Tim Laird for the CORE committee to review.  Over half of the 20 graduating 8th graders are going on to St. Pius or Rockhurst.  The middle school is doing a dinner theater.  The school staff is losing two.  One is retiring, and the other moving away.

 

Youth: Sharon Benson – Interviewed a Youth Ministry Coordinator today to replace Chris Venditti who is resigning.

 

Prayer: David Porter – No report

 

Communication: William Bednar – No report.

 

Parish & Family Life: Tim Laird – No report

 

The next regular meeting will be Monday, July 10th. Opening prayer by David Porter.

 

There will not be a business meeting in June due to the Parish Council Retreat for new members to be held at the Precious Blood Center Saturday, June 24 from 9 to 12.

 

 

 

 

Meeting notes courtesy of Dorothy Haynes