InterChurch News
November 2019
Devotions:
Devotions were given by Paster Barb. She read from Romans 13:11:14 "wake up for the coming of the Lord is nearer new than when we first believed..." and then a Thanksgiving devotion, challenging us to be silent for a moment and think of all our blessings, bringing them to God. This was followed by prayer.
Secretary's Report:
The minutes from the Oct. meeting were available and scanned over. There was one correction. Under Events it should read: the Christmas Cookie and raffle on Dec. 14th, 10:00 a.m. to be held at Lady of Hope Catholic Church, Aurora. Arlene make a motion to accept the minutes, second by Jim. MC.
Treasurer's Report:
Jan handed out copies of her report. November beginning balance: $775.81. Receipts and dues: $4,206.00. $3,986.00 (dinner proceeds) was disbursed to Aurora Area Food Shelf, leaving a balance of $995.81 in checking. All bills from the dinner were covered by AEOA. Jan read a "Thank You" received from the Food Shelf. Stanley made a motion to accept the report, second by Rita. MC
MEMA Report:
Pastor Clyde reported that there was actively leaving a balance of $986.00
Food Shelf Report:
Pastor Barb reported the food shelf is doing well, except it is down on staples (toilet paper, canned foods, peanut butter, paper products, etc.) and is asking churches to especially help out in that regard. Nearly 150 turkeys were given out.
Old Business:
Thoughts were expressed on the Harvest Home Dinner: it went very well; very much appreciated the Credit Union volunteers, wondering if they could come a bit earlier; MANY THANKS to the cooks, very good food and we should do the same again next year; serving size could be smaller.
The Service of Remembrance was very nice.
New Business:
Election of officers for 2020. Lynn WAS stepping down as chairperson as she has moved out of the interchurch territory, and Janet Salo wished to step down as Vice Chair. Alta will stay on as secretary and Jan will stay as treasurer. Heard no volunteers for either position. Pastor Barb read from the interchurch by-laws revised Nov. 6, 2015. Under Officers and Duties, line 2 reads - officers may be elected outside the body of delegates by delegates. Lynn relented and will do another year, as did Janet. Lynn made a motion to retain the same 2019 officers for 2020. Arlene seconded the motion. MC
Lynn read a letter of greetings, encouragement and a thank you from Pastor Jerry who new lives in Houston, TX. "Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer."
Prayer Concerns:
Frannie & Hugh - that they have safe travels
Virginia - having heart surgery
Joe - who has cancer
Carol - very ill, not doing well
Fran - in hospice
Herb & Dorothy - in hospice
Gladys
Pam - surgery
Events:
East Range Christmas Concert - Dec., Biwabik
East Range Singers - Dec., Tower
Christmas Cookies/Raffle/Chili - Dec., Aurora
Craft & Bake Sale - Dec., Aurora
UCC Table at Weichnactsfest, Dec., Biwabik
Pastor Barb gave the closing prayer, followed by all joining in with The Lord's Prayer.
Next Meeting:
January 28, 2020, 2:00 p.m. @ Trinity Methodist, Hoyt Lakes
Jan motioned to adjoun, second by Arlene. MC
Respectfully Submitted,
Alta
Secretary
November 2019
Devotions:
Devotions were given by Paster Barb. She read from Romans 13:11:14 "wake up for the coming of the Lord is nearer new than when we first believed..." and then a Thanksgiving devotion, challenging us to be silent for a moment and think of all our blessings, bringing them to God. This was followed by prayer.
Secretary's Report:
The minutes from the Oct. meeting were available and scanned over. There was one correction. Under Events it should read: the Christmas Cookie and raffle on Dec. 14th, 10:00 a.m. to be held at Lady of Hope Catholic Church, Aurora. Arlene make a motion to accept the minutes, second by Jim. MC.
Treasurer's Report:
Jan handed out copies of her report. November beginning balance: $775.81. Receipts and dues: $4,206.00. $3,986.00 (dinner proceeds) was disbursed to Aurora Area Food Shelf, leaving a balance of $995.81 in checking. All bills from the dinner were covered by AEOA. Jan read a "Thank You" received from the Food Shelf. Stanley made a motion to accept the report, second by Rita. MC
MEMA Report:
Pastor Clyde reported that there was actively leaving a balance of $986.00
Food Shelf Report:
Pastor Barb reported the food shelf is doing well, except it is down on staples (toilet paper, canned foods, peanut butter, paper products, etc.) and is asking churches to especially help out in that regard. Nearly 150 turkeys were given out.
Old Business:
Thoughts were expressed on the Harvest Home Dinner: it went very well; very much appreciated the Credit Union volunteers, wondering if they could come a bit earlier; MANY THANKS to the cooks, very good food and we should do the same again next year; serving size could be smaller.
The Service of Remembrance was very nice.
New Business:
Election of officers for 2020. Lynn WAS stepping down as chairperson as she has moved out of the interchurch territory, and Janet Salo wished to step down as Vice Chair. Alta will stay on as secretary and Jan will stay as treasurer. Heard no volunteers for either position. Pastor Barb read from the interchurch by-laws revised Nov. 6, 2015. Under Officers and Duties, line 2 reads - officers may be elected outside the body of delegates by delegates. Lynn relented and will do another year, as did Janet. Lynn made a motion to retain the same 2019 officers for 2020. Arlene seconded the motion. MC
Lynn read a letter of greetings, encouragement and a thank you from Pastor Jerry who new lives in Houston, TX. "Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer."
Prayer Concerns:
Frannie & Hugh - that they have safe travels
Virginia - having heart surgery
Joe - who has cancer
Carol - very ill, not doing well
Fran - in hospice
Herb & Dorothy - in hospice
Gladys
Pam - surgery
Events:
East Range Christmas Concert - Dec., Biwabik
East Range Singers - Dec., Tower
Christmas Cookies/Raffle/Chili - Dec., Aurora
Craft & Bake Sale - Dec., Aurora
UCC Table at Weichnactsfest, Dec., Biwabik
Pastor Barb gave the closing prayer, followed by all joining in with The Lord's Prayer.
Next Meeting:
January 28, 2020, 2:00 p.m. @ Trinity Methodist, Hoyt Lakes
Jan motioned to adjoun, second by Arlene. MC
Respectfully Submitted,
Alta
Secretary