FGCC Mission and Vision was read
Devotional and Prayer
The Covenant of Collaboration was read.
Eldership Discussion – Book – Church Elders – Chapter 3 – “Serve Up the Word – discussion
Approval of Agenda
Motion approved: the agenda as presented.
Consent Agenda and Information Materials
Motions approved under the agenda:
1.The Minutes and Highlights of the February 27, 2024 Council Meeting.
2. The Minutes of the March 10, 2024 Congregation Meeting for presentation to the next congregation meeting.
3. The Financial Statements for the period ending February 29, 2024
Care Ministry Report
Angela Richards, Director of Care joined the meeting to give a report. She shared her responsibilities, joys, challenges, dreams, and prayer requests.
Strategic Focus
Values discussion
– discussed the ‘short’ list and made recommendations to eliminate or combine some of the values in this list.
Young Adults
– discussed options for focusing on this age demographic. There is a wave of young adults coming that we want to be ready for.
Small Groups
– discussed our small group ministry and its value
Governance Committee
Motion approved: To approve the amended constitution for presentation at the June Congregation Meeting.
Lead Team Report
Staff Update:
– Sarah Paupst has agreed to take the .4 CM Assistant role effective July 1st (once her .4 role is done. This role was a temporary contract ending June 30th)
Financial Update:
– Discussion on the proposed budget.
Council Committee Reports
Verbal Updates:
Governance Committee – Constitution discussion earlier in the meeting
Personnel Resources Committee – a meeting is scheduled to discuss remuneration/ budget
Financial Audit Committee – reviewed giving reports
Leadership Discernment and Development Committee – 2 guests at the meeting discerning joining council
In Camera session was held.