Hope Lutheran Church seeks to strengthen our faith in Jesus Christ,
to proclaim the
gospel to others, and to strive for unity in Christ.
113 South Jefferson Street
P.O. Box 87
Minneota MN 56264
(507) 872-6446 Church Office
(507) 872-5215 Kitchen
Annual Report of 2020 Business
COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES (CON’T)
- Financial information: Bulletins at other churches include financial information,
and it was requested that we do that, also, so the congregation can be aware of current
finances and what is needed monthly. It will also be added to this report, so it
can be included in the newsletter.
- Flyer: Many of us received a flyer from Bethel about their Easter service. We would
like to look at doing something like this for the 150th Anniversary. It was estimated
that we would need 1500 flyers, and it would cost $.19 per flyer to mail. The deacons
will look into the cost of having something similar to this printed and provide an
update at next month’s meeting.
- Motion made by Barry Gronke to approve the Board of Deacons’ report. Moriah Reiss
seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Board of Education Report
- Confirmation: There are changes that we will implement in the 2022 – 2023 school
year. For 2022, the 9th graders and the 10th graders will be confirmed in the fall.
We will go back to a two year program for 7th and 8th grades – 1 year of Catechism,
and 1 year of Bible (Old & New Testament). Going forward, the students will be confirmed
in the fall of their 9th grade year. We will conduct a parent/student meeting at
the start of the year (fall 2022) to discuss expectations and requirements for Confirmation.
Currently, the class size is too big in size and maturity gap.
- GLOW:
- The next LET IT SHINE church service is May 1, 2022. We continue to encourage families
to come to Lenten services, and we end the service with our GLOW prayer.
- One GLOW teacher has resigned for next year, so if you have family members/friends/or
anyone who’d be interested in teaching during this next 2022/2023 GLOW year, let
Erin Roberts or Jess Gronke know.
- We are also looking for someone to lead music on Wednesday evenings and for one Sunday
per month. Please let Jess or Erin know if you or someone you know is interested.
- Sally Campbell has resigned from preparing meals for GLOW for next year 2022-2023.
If you know of someone (family or friends) who may be interested in preparing supper
for GLOW, please contact Jess or Erin
- The last day of GLOW will be on Wednesday, May 11. We are looking for ideas for an
end of the year bash. Let Erin or Jess know if you have any ideas.
- First Communion: Set for Sunday, April 24, 2022. Pastor is planning to have one class
from 3:30 to 5:15 pm on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. There are 8 – 5th graders and
1 – 6th grade student. Communion cups are done.
- Teen Power: They are still collecting for “Shoe Away Hunger” thru Easter.
- Mission Trip 2023: We will be serving Easter Breakfast from 8 to 10 am on Easter
Sunday. We are continuing to look for fundraising ideas.
- Youth of Hope: Bowling and Food gathering planned for Sunday, April 24, 2022, from
3 to 5 pm at the Ivanhoe Bowling Alley. All 7th to 12th grade students were invited
(via e-mail) to attend. We will be bowling for the first hour followed by a short
meeting to discuss our “mini” mission trip this summer to Duluth, MN.
- Motion made by Deb Belaen to approve the Board of Education report. Jason Johnson
seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Other Business
- Building/Grounds Committee: The March 20th church clean-up day went well. Thank you
to the ladies who provided lunch. Painting in the kitchen, narthex, and Sunday School
room still needs to be completed.
- Cemetery Clean Up: Saturday, May 7th is the cemetery clean up day. The following
Saturday, May 14th is the makeup day, if needed.
- 150th Anniversary: The committee is getting things finalized.
- Motion made by Barry Gronke to adjourn. Barb Knutson seconded the motion. Motion
carried.
Next Executive Discussion on Agenda: Week of April 25th via e-mail
Next Council Meeting – Wednesday, May 4, 2022, Boards at 6:45 pm; All together at
7:00 pm
Respectfully Submitted,
Deb Belaen, Council Secretary