Our Session Meeting in a Nutshell - February 15, 2023

Below is a report based on the minutes from our February 15th Session meeting that were approved at our meeting on March 15.

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Session met in a stated meeting in the Adult Sunday School room. Pastor Ed opened the meeting with prayer at 6:30.

Clerks Report: The meeting docket was approved. Session reviewed, and approved, the minutes of the January 2023 meeting.

Pastor's Report: Ed provided a written report for the members and reviewed it orally. Session received as presented.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Budget, Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Thrivent and General Fund were reviewed. Session voted to receive all financial reports and to file for audit.

Worship, Music: no report.

Outreach and Evangelism: It was reported that there are plans for the following events this year: working with the Sligo Improvement Committee on Easter event planning, a Mother's Day Tea; Block Party; Trunk or Treat; Tree Lighting; Movie Night

Christian Ed: It was shared that VBS planning meeting is scheduled for 3/5. Property Management: no report

Deacons: It was reported that the Deacons met and the following events are-being planned: the Church picnic will be held at the Sligo COG Pool on 6/25, the pavilion has been reserved; there will be a soup sale in March, 25th and 26th, another soup sale scheduled Oct 14/15; the Christmas Luncheon on 12/10; the Barn service on 12/17. The group also completed their committee assignments. Clerk will update the committee sheets and provide to the group for the next meeting.

Nominating Committee: no report 

Personnel: no report

Session voted to accept committee reports

Old Business: Ed reported that the meeting with the Presbytery Foundation representative, regarding the online giving program, needed to be rescheduled. The group approved the meeting to be scheduled for Monday, 2/20, at 6:30. Ed will notify the representative and email members the link for the zoom meeting.

New Business: none.

Session will meet again on March 15th at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 7:05 PM and the meeting was closed with prayer.

Summary of the SPC Session Meeting - December 21, 2022

Below is a summary of our Session of December 21, 2022. It's based on the minutes approved by the Session on January 18.

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Session met in a stated meeting in the Adult Sunday School room. Pastor Ed opened the meeting with prayer at 6:30.

Clerks Report: The meeting docket was approved

Pastor's Report: Ed provided a written report for the members and reviewed it orally. Ed reported the Presbyterian Foundation contact person provided dates for meeting. Session agreed to having a presentation as part of the January meeting, 1/18/23.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Budget, Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Thrivent and General Fund were reviewed. Session voted to receive all financial reports and to file for audit. Session reviewed the 2023 budget and approved with amendments: titling line 23.9 as Outreach Expenses and adding a $1000 amount; Changing the title of line item 23.10 to Deacon's, but keeping the budget amount to $500. Session approved a raise for the custodian, which changed the budget amount to line 2-5.2 to $6000. No raises were approved for the secretary, musician or AV technician. Total of the 2023 budget to be $147.905 Session approved this budget amount. It was reported that the Blessing Box was ordered from Etsy and has been delivered. The costs of the box was covered by donations,. At this time it still needs to have shingles put on the roof and needs to be painted. Session discussed the placement of the box and approved having it put in the flower area, by the sanctuary emergency door exit to the parking lot. This will provide access from the parking lot, as well as privacy and safety from the main read traffic.

Worship, Music: Session discussed the Barn service and suggested having Mary/Joseph/baby characters at the service next year.

Outreach and Evangelism: It was reported that the Tree Lighting and Movie Night events were well attended and everyone seemed pleased. She noted approximately 6570 people attended the movie night.

Christian Ed: It was reported on a recent meeting with Jodie regarding youth and the possibility of reaching out to New Athens and Baker St. for some activity coordination.

Property Management: Carpet Barn and Blake Brothers are working on estimates for social hall carpet. It was reported that Pam Myers' son may be an option for estimate to patch drywall/paint the social hall. It was also noted that there is a local upholstery person who may be able to repair the torn pew cover. We'll check to see if they are interested: in the work and what it might cost.

Deacons: no report

Nominating Committee: It was reported that the following nominations for Elders (Class 2025-12/25 term ends): Mark Dell, Beth Hawk, Deb Johnson. Nominations for Deacons (Class 2025-term ends 12/25): Jess Quinn, Jake Stewart, Deb Rudiger. Clerk has been asked to request membership transfer for Deb Rudiger from Cove Presbyterian to SPC.

Personnel: no report

Session voted to accept committee reports

Old Business: none.

New Business: Session approved Congregational meeting on 1/8, following worship, to elect officers and approve Terms of Call (outlined in budget). Session approved hold the Annual Congregational meeting to review 2022 financial reports on 2/5 following worship.

Session will met again on January 18th at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 8:00 PM and the meeting was closed with prayer.

Our Session Meeting in a Nutshell - August 17, 2022

Below is a report based on the minutes from our August 17th Session meeting that were approved at our meeting on September 21. Some of the names and sensitive information has been redacted. 

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Session met in a stated meeting in the Adult Sunday School room. Pastor Ed opened the meeting with prayer at 6:30.

Clerks Report: The meeting docket was approved. Minutes from July meeting were reviewed and approved.

Moderator's Report: Ed provided a written report for the members and reviewed it orally. Session voted to receive the report as provided. Ed shared that the new computer has been received, but that there is software needed, a scanning program that he uses. Session approved the purchase.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Thrivent and General Fund were reviewed and filed for audit.

Worship, Music: It was noted that there has been interest in sound board operations training, so it will be coordinated with Jake

Outreach and Evangelism: It was reported that the plans are in place for the upcoming Block Party.

Christian Ed: It was noted that plans continue for Sunday School kickoff.

Property Management: Request was made to use the social hall for a shower on 11/12. Session asked that the building use form from the Manual of Operations be sent to her to review the charges and if she is in agreement ask that she sign/return the forms to the office. Sherry reported that the voting machines will be delivered on 11/4. 

Deacons: It was reported that the Deacons are planning a soup sale in October, possibly the 15/16th.

Nominating Committee: A meeting with the committee will be scheduled to begin considering members for Elders/Deacons.

Personnel: no report.

Session voted to accept committee reports.

Old Business:

New Business: Session took time to review the current membership roll. A letter will be drafted which will be sent. Session agreed and will review the letter prior to having it sent.

Session will meet again on Sept. 21st at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 7:35PM and the meeting was closed with prayer.

Our Session Meeting in a Nutshell - June 15, 2022

Below is a report based on the minutes from our June 15th Session meeting that were approved at our meeting on July 20.

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Session met in a stated meeting in the Adult Sunday School room. Pastor Ed opened the meeting with prayer at 6:40.

Clerks Report: The meeting docket was approved. Minutes for the April meeting were not available.

Moderator's Report: Ed provided a written report for the members and reviewed it orally. Ed pointed out the increase in Facebook followers noting 20% of followers identify in the age group of 35-44 years old; 20% in the 45-54 year old age group. Session voted to receive the report as provided.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Thrivent and General Fund were reviewed and filed for audit

Worship, Music: The upcoming service/picnic at COG pool is set for 6/26. Concord and Edenburg, as well as Rimersburg churches have been invited. 

Outreach and Evangelism: The chair of this committee resigned, but offered to assist when able with any plans the committee continues to make.

Christian Education and Youth: VBS planning continues for the Day Camp scheduled for 8/12 from 8-4PM. There are 15 youth signed up for the trip to the trampoline part. Ed is filling in for Casey, over the summer, leading the Adult Sunday School Class

Property Management: A bid for rebuilding the retaining wall will be resubmitting as they were not aware that the church already has the retaining wall stone purchased, and on site. Session was also notified that if paint was provided there were volunteers willing to paint the back of our sign, the-part that is seen from the sidewalk. Ed is checking with Computer Support and Clarion Computers regarding prices for a new laptop (to interface with the monitor mounted at the back of the sanctuary) and a new desktop for his use.

Deacons: A written report provided by the Deacons noting their donations for the month: It was noted that the Meadows Creamery truck will be at the church picnic on 6/26 as part of their outreach.

Nominating Committee: no report

Personnel: no report

Session voted to accept committee reports.

Old Business: none

New Business: none

Session will meet again on July 20 at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 7:20 PM and the meeting was closed with prayer.

Summary of the Session Meeting - January 19, 2022

Session met in a stated meeting in the Adult Sunday School room. Pastor Ed opened the meeting with prayer at 6:30.

Clerks Report: The docket of the meeting was approved. Session reviewed the minutes of the December meeting, and following revisions, voted to approve. Session elected Judy Duncan as Treasurer of the General Fund, Ellen Clark as Treasurer of the Building Fund, and Melody Troup as Clerk of Session.

Moderator's Report: Ed provided a written report for the members and reviewed it orally.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Thrivent and General Fund were reviewed. Session discussed increased costs for the dumpster, but no changes made at this time.

Worship, Music: Ed noted that plans for Lent would begin

Outreach and Evangelism: session discussed ways to encourage individuals to develop relationships of faith. Options such as sending letters to those on the rolls who were baptized, married in Sligo Presbyterian Church. Session approved sending a $250 donation to the Sligo Volunteer Fire Department.

Christian Education and Youth: no report

Property Management: It was reported that the new railing has been installed at the ramp entrance to the social hall.

Deacons: An oral report was provided noting events being planned include a Souper Bowl Soup/ Salad meal, following worship, on 2/13 and partnering with the fire department and Improvement Committee for an Easter Egg Hunt.

Nominating Committee: no report 

Personnel: no report

Session voted to accept committee reports.

Old Business: Session reviewed the Communion schedule for 2022 and approved changing Communion to April 17, Easter Sunday, rather than April 3rd

New Business: Session completed Ministry Team assignments as follows: 

• Budget, Finance & Mission - Beth Hawk and Ellen Clark; 
• Christian Ed & Youth - Tom Minick;
• Music & Worship - Beth Hawk and Donna Pryor; Property Management - Sherry Laughlin and Corey Gallagher; 
• Personnel - Cass Neely and Deb Johnson; Nominating - Cass Neely and Donna Pryor; 
• Evangelism & Outreach - Ellen Clark and Trista Minick. 

Session approved holding a dessert auction, as a fund raiser with 75 % used for renovations/repairs to the social hall and 25% to fund youth activities, way be clear by the calendar. Session approved having Sherry Laughlin coordinate the event.

Session will meet again on February 16 at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 7:45 PM and the meeting was dosed with prayer.

Sligo Presbyterian Church Session Meeting - November 17, 2021

Session met for a stated meeting in the adult Sunday School room. Moderator, Ed Rudiger, opened the meeting opened with prayer at 6:30. 

Clerk's Report: The docket for the meeting was approved as were the minutes of the September and October session meetings. There were no communications requiring attention.

Moderator's Report: Rev. Ed provided a written report to review with session members. 

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Budget, Finance, Mission: The reports of the General Fund, Building Fund, Deacons and Thrivent were reviewed, received, and filed for audit.

Worship and Music: plans in place for the barn service on 12/19; and Christmas Eve.

Outreach and Evangelism: Light up night is set for 5PM on 12/5 and the sign will be changed to include this information. Cookies, hot chocolate will be provided by members and those in attendance are being asked to bring an ornament to hang.

Christian Education and Youth: It was reported that Sunday School and Youth continue.

Property: It was reported that a new timer is needed for the outdoor sign and he has secured Mike Vereb to provide snow removal services

Personnel: no report

Deacons: Review of the meeting provided by Ed, who was in attendance. Session was asked, to consider having an Elder liaison named to attend their meetings and for a Deacon liaison to attend session meetings.

Nominating: It was reported that the committee has secured a slate of nominations for Elders: Trista Minick, Cass Neely, Ellen Clark. The committee is still working on a slate for Deacons

Session voted to approve all reports 

Old Business: none

New Business: Session received a request from Cindy Bonner to have someone else audit the church records with Greg this year as she is not able to fulfill this responsibility this year. Session voted to appoint Tammy Dell as an auditor with Greg Alcorn. Session discussed Christmas gifts for employees. Session approved giving the employees the same monetary gift as last year. (Custodian/Michelle, secretary/Dianne, musician/Scott, and AV operator/Dan). It was shared that Gary wanted to donate a burlap art piece of Christ and the session approved receiving this generous gift.

The next meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, December 15th, at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn, and the meeting was closed with prayer at 7:30PM.

A Summary of Sligo Session Meeting – July 21, 2021

Session met in a stated meeting in the adult Sunday School. The meeting was called to order with prayer by Moderator, Ed Rudiger, at 6:30 with prayer.

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:

Moderator's Report: Rev. Rudiger provided a written report noting visitation, time spent preparing for worship, and Bible Study activities. Session reviewed the report and it was received as submitted. Ed noted that he is planning Shut In Communion on 7/22.

Clerks Report: The docket of the meeting was approved. The minutes of the May meeting were reviewed and approved. Clerk reported that the e-vote regarding Communion being served at the combined worship service/picnic with Concord on 7/18, was passed.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Finance and Mission: Reports from the Building Fund, Deacons and General Fund were reviewed. Session received the reports and voted to file for audit.

Worship, Music, Outreach and Evangelism: The committee requested approval to proceed with invitations for Concord to join for worship and/or Communion since they are without a pastor and supplies are limited. Session noted that the invitations could also be extended to Knox and Rimersburg churches and approved the request.

Christian Education and Youth: It was reported that VBS Day Camp plans are continuing for the 8/13 event and that a teacher is still needed for the HS Sunday School class.

Property Management: Session approved the following requests: for Mike Troup to serve breakfast on 8/1 before worship, and approved his request for future breakfasts, way be clear by the calendar; SPC hosting the Union Music Association Dinner on 5/18/2022; and participation in the Homes for the Holiday event on 11/4 thru 11/6 to serve food with proceeds to benefit the building fund.

Nominating Committee: no report

Deacons: A written report was provided noting their activities: memorial service lunch for Robert Moore family, donations to Randy Frampton; passing out flyers for VBS and church events at the Eccles Library; and the first order of cookbooks was submitted the end of June.

Personnel: Ellen reported that the new pastor seems to be settling in and that all staffing positions are filled.

Session voted to accept committee reports.

OLD BUSINESS 

It was noted that he is moving forward to get bids on the new roof; the retaining wall in the parking lot and new lights for the social hall.

NEW BUSINESS

Session approved Noodling to begin on 9/20. 

Session was notified that Release Time would like to have permission to use the church again this school year. Given the changes in the classes at the building in Sligo, the group is unsure of the days the program will beheld. The group would like to begin on 9/13. Session requested the they provide documentation of their liability insurance and make arrangements for their key with the church secretary. 

Session approved purchasing new computer equipment/printers from Tech Ready at a cost of $2434.97 per estimate #1164. Ed will follow up with them and will discuss having them also consider designing anew web page for the church. 

Ed talked with session about dividing the current Worship, Music, Outreach & Evangelism committee into two: Music/Worship and Outreach/Evangelism. 

Session was notified that there has been an offer by Clint Gallagher to hold a Barn Service in his barn so this will be considered by the committee as plans begin for Advent/Christmas season.

Session will meet again on August 18th at 6:30. Session voted to adjourn at 8:30 PM and the meeting was closed with prayer.