Parish Pastoral Council Membership, Purpose and Minutes
(updated 9/15/09)
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The Parish Pastoral Council
Purpose: Pastoral Council members are challenged to continual renewal through prayer, study, listening and dialog. In developing priorities and directions for the parish, the Council is the means for giving everyone a voice in parish life. In fostering communication and collaboration, the Council encourages and initiates dialog among parish leaders and members and also, reminds them of the concerns of the larger church. The council is also a vehicle to inform the Bishop of needs and directions that are common to our parish. Matters of fiscal stewardship such as financial, budgets, building and grounds are the concern of the Parish Finance Council.
The Parish Pastoral Council is scheduled to meet the first Thursday of December, March, June and September at 7 pm at SS Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Meeting times and locations may change so please call one of the members if you have anything you wish to have discussed or need to attend.
The April meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council was brought to order at
6:05 P.M. by
Tom Kurdelski. Present were Father Johnston, Deb Nardin and Pat Honeysett. Father Johnston opened with a prayer.
The minutes of the last meeting were approved.
Father Johnston reported that the trip to Detroit on March 7^th , was a very good day with about 20 to 25 people in attendance.
Tom reported that he is working with Joyce Irvine on the PPC elections to be held May 17^th .
It was noted that First Communion will be held on May 10^th and we will also have a May Crowning this year.
Pat Honeysett reported that the Chili Cook Off went very well and will be repeated next year. The church picnic will be held on August 30^th this year
at the State Park Pavilion #1 (the same one we had last year). More on that at a later date. There is also the possibility of a trip to a White Caps game. Material
is being mailed regarding times and prices and will be shared as soon as it is received.
The next two meetings of the PPC for this year are July 13^th and Oct 12^th .
With no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned with a prayer by Father Johnston.
Respectfully submitted,
Pat Honeysett
SS CYRIL & METHODIUS PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
January 12, 2009
The January 12, 2009 meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council was called to order by Tom Kurdelski at 6:05 pm with devotions by Joyce Irvine.
Those present were Fr. Johnston, Deb Nardin, Joyce Irvine, Gus Scott, Tom Kurdelski and Pat Honeysett.
Joyce Irvine Motioned to approve the minutes of the last meeting. It was seconded by Fr. J and passed
Fr. Christian stated that Holy Hour on Monday is working . During Lent he will have something different.
Joyce Irvine reported the men’s club had another successful breakfast this month.
Joyce brought up the election of new members of PPC to be held May 17. The positions of Dave Heflin, Joyce Irvine, and Robin Dinkel will be up for election. Joyce will work with Tom to set the election up.
Gus Scott reported the outdoor rosary will be completed in the spring. Gus also needs to know a definite count for the March 7 trip to Detroit.
Lisa was absent due to illness but sent this report for Christian Education:
CCD is going well with 53 active students
No confirmation this year due to low number of students. We will have it next year.
We have 3 great substitute teachers, Lauren Sheppherd, Joyce Irvine, and Mindy Cutlip and one other interested person.
For our catechist certification we have a 3 hour talk on theological content coming up on Feb. 2 and Feb. 4. It will be presented by Deacon Kurt Lucas of the Diocese and each session is 7 pm to 8:30 pm at SS Cyril and Methodius. There is no cost and no pre-registration.
First Communion is scheduled for May 10, 2009 and will be handled by 2nd grade teacher Patti Powers.
The CCD classes will once again hold their benefit for the Rice Bowls during Lent. All proceeds go to Rice Bowl Operations.
Dave too was absent but sent this Christian Service report:
Wayland Area Food Pantry is in need of food items.
The baby bottle project was well received, we raised $525.71.
The Catholic Men’s Conference is coming up on the 31st.
The Men’s Retreat is scheduled for the week-end of March 6-8.
Robin was not at this meeting but the idea of RCIA to lead the Stations of the Cross during Lent was brought up. Robin will be approached.
Pat stated the she was approached about the Bowling Fun Night. Janine Holloman will set it up. Deb Nardin will contact Janine.
The Chili Cook-Off for SS C&M has been set for Feb 14 at the Long Lake Lodge. More info in the bulletin to set up committees.
There was no old business discussed other than Gus Scott needs a definite count of people going to Detroit on March 7.
The new business discussed was a possible Pro-Life speaker program. More discussion at a future date.
The next meeting will be held April 12, 2009 at 6pm at SS C& M and Gus Scott will do devotions.
Meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully Submitted
Pat Honeysett
SS Cyril & Methodius
Parish Council Minutes
The October 14, 2008 meeting of the Parish Pastoral Council was called to order at 6:30 PM at the home of Robin Dinkel by Father Christian with a prayer.
Those in attendance were Gus Scott, Joyce Irvine, Dave & Lisa Heflin, Tom Kurdelski, Pat Honeysett, and Robin.
The first order of business was to elect a secretary. Gus Scott nominated Pat Honeysett, the nomination was seconded by Joyce Irvine, and the motion passed.
The second order of business was to elect a chairman. Gus Scott nominated Tom Kurdelski, Lisa Heflin seconded the motion and the motion was passed.
There was no one present with the July minutes - they were not discussed.
Father Christian has a new idea for the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. It was discussed at length and decided to try a new time and day of the week. This will depend on availability of the church - to avoid any distractions.
Father Christian also brought up an idea for a parish (to include St
Therese) day trip. Saturday - February 28th 09 was chosen as a possible date. Gus Scott is looking into the trip and will have more details at a later date.
The high school CCD program welcomes Cindy Chlebana of SS C&M and Mary Podseanen of St Therese to their program for this school year.
Dave Heflin reported that the Angel Food program was not something needed at this time at SS C&M. However the Respect for Life Baby Bottle Project is well under way. It is especially in need of our prayers & the bottle to be returned the last Sunday in October.
Joyce Irvine asked what happened to the plants donated by the parishioners? It was explained that a weed took over & the only way to rid the flower beds of this weed was with professional help. That is why the landscape people were brought in.
Joyce also mentioned that the men’s club will be serving breakfast on the first Sunday of each month. They are saving to do something significant for the new hall. Gus noted that the men’s club did Women of Outdoors for profit and were happy with the results,
Gus would also like to know if the area the “out door” rosary has been set is where we want it permanently?
Lisa Heflin stated that CCD is going well and we have 2 more events ahead of us. Confirmation will be starting soon for the 9th grade.
Theresa and Dave will have announcements in the bulletin.
Tom Kurdelski would like everyone to know that he is available each Sunday during CCD, if anyone would like to bring up questions, thoughts, or ideas for the PPC meetings.
Pat Honeysett would like to especially thank all those who helped with and attended the parish picnic. Special thanks to Mindy Cutlip for doing the children’s games and to Deb Nardin and Mindy for direction.
There has been an idea brought up of a SS C&M Chili Contest, to be held here at the church. (Not to interfere with the Winterfest Chili Cook
Off) Possibly a Saturday in January & February.
Robin mentioned that the choirs and musicians are starting preparation for the holidays. Each group is to have two songs.
With no more business to discuss Lisa motioned to adjourn. The motion was seconded by Joyce. We adjourned and enjoyed a wonderful pot luck dinner.
The next meeting is scheduled for January 12th and Joyce will do devotions.
Respectfully submitted,
Pat Honeysett