FGCC Mission and Vision was read.
In Camera – Lead Pastor Search Team recommendations
The Covenant of Collaboration headlines were read.
Consent Agenda and Information Materials
Motions approved under the agenda:
1. To approve the Minutes of October 31, 2023, Council Meeting.
2. To approve Forest Grove Youth Ministry to hold a fund-raising lunch to support youth and leaders attending Youth Quake in 2024.
Lead Team Report
Maryanne role:
– her role will be similar to her going on leave.
– will be back in Jan 2024
– will be in the office that is empty now – beside Maureen.
Facility Report:
– Discussion on the quotes provided for the church exterior stucco replacement – what is included? Need more details.
– No architectural design person on the facility team. Discussion on who to contact for design input.
Staff Admin Role recommendation:
Motion approved– that a part time admin position be hired temporarily until June 2024.
Fundraising to send 2 teams (Turkey and Mexico) out in 2024:
Mission Mobilization Team (MMT) will be told that 1 team is advisable due to Capital Campaign at the same time. MMT considers Turkey team to be priority.
Council Committee Reports
Financial Audit Committee:
A letter to the congregation will be sent next week (Dec 19, 2023) asking congregation to consider giving toward our operating budget.
In Camera session was held.