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PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL
MEETING MINUTES
June 25th, 2006

1. Call to Order and Roll Call …………………………………………………. …Deborah Haddad
a. Present: Cyrus Haddad, Deborah Haddad, Chuck Krumel, Father Sill, Tori Weeks
b. Absent: Bob Majka

2. Opening Prayer ……………………………………………………………...…………..Father Sill

3. Minutes from June 4th Meeting ………………………….……………….Deborah Haddad

Motion to accept: C. Haddad Seconded: T. Weeks

4. Commission Reports
a. Activities ……………………………………………………………. Tori Weeks
i. No meeting since last Parish Council meeting.
ii. Father Sill signed the beer permit for the festival.
iii. The Classmen has a commitment on the day of the festival, so they will not be able to play. After discussing alternatives, Council agreed that music from CDs would be broadcast between 5:00 and 7:00 pm.
b. Christian Services …………………………………………..……. . Chuck Krumel
i. The Ten Commandments monument in front of the school was dedicated last Saturday.
ii. The Commission is preparing to provide a better turnout at the pregnancy dinner in October.
c. Education ...................................................…………..…………..
i. Deborah reported that the Education Commission will not meet again until September.
ii. Council’s contact has been Rose Morse.
d. Liturgy ………………………………...……………………………. Cyrus Haddad
i. The organ fund has over $4,800 toward the $150,000-$200,000 needed to purchase a new pipe organ.

5. Old Business
a. Commission members for the coming year. When and how will they be announced to the Parish?
i. For the coming year, there are vacancies on various commissions:
ii. Once vacancies are filled, new members will be announced in the Sunday Bulletin and by Father at weekend masses.

b. Status of Parish Directory.
i. Parish information was submitted to Olan Mills last week. Father will ask Ashli Carter to find out the turnaround time.

6. New Business
a. Q&A insert about liturgical when-tos and how-tos?
i. Deborah suggested that the Liturgy Commission draft a new insert for the Sunday Bulletin to provide Parishioners with information about liturgical conventions during mass. For instance:
1. when to genuflect/profound bow versus simple bow (including servers)
2. local convention for being seated following communion
3. local convention for Parishioners’ hands during the Lord’s Prayer
ii. Cyrus agreed that the Liturgy Commission would consider these and other Q&As, and that the Liturgy Commissions would submit a draft.
b. Chuck reminded Council that the 140th Anniversary golf outing is this Thursday.

7. Schedule Next Meeting ………………………………………….............. August 25th 6:30 pm
a. The next meeting will open the new year with the traditional casual dinner in the rectory. Father will provide the meat and beverages, and Council members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert.

8. Closing Prayer ….............................................................................................. Chuck Krumel

9. Adjourn (Time: 12:07)

Present: Tom Williams, Ellie Martin, Michele Brooks

Opening Prayer: Ellie Martin

A. Respect Life Committee
1. Weekend Rosary – just fine.
2. Vigil for Life Rosary – Always on the first Saturday @9:00am.
3. Pregnancy Care Center – going well, no updates or news at this time

B. Food Pantry – a few less families have been helped, perhaps due to the move.

C. Ministry for Community
1. Still selling coffee.

D. Old Business: the welcoming weekend was a great success. The food was great, everyone who helped out was great. I really think we made some new members feel a little more welcome.

Closing prayer: Ellie
Next Meeting: TBA in September
Respectfully submitted: Michele Brooks

St. Patrick Pastoral Council
Education Commission Meeting Minutes
May 21, 2006

Members Present: Irma Arbogast, Patty Evans, Norma Freeman, Rose
Morse and Sissy Wiseman.
Members Absent: Bernie Hess, Susan Johnson (excused/working) , Beth
Monti, Mary Rosshirt, Christina Smith, Kelly
Snyder (excused/editorial)

We began the meeting at 8:40 a.m. Norma led us in our opening prayer.

We were saddened to receive word of the resignation of Beth Monti from the Education Commission. Beth sent a message advising that other issues prevented her from continuing at this time. Members accepted her resignation and expressed to Beth our thanks for her service and our prayers that all the issues that are so disturbing to her now will clear up and that she would hear God’s voice and be at peace in whatever HE calls her to do in HIS body here at St. Patrick Church. Patty had brought a cake to surprise Beth for her 50th birthday. In her absence, we honored Beth by giving thanks and shared the cake together.

Report from Pastoral Council. The minutes from the April 30th meeting was read.

Old Business
1. Mission decision. Norma read the email message that was sent to
Deacon Alex Jones from Ashli Carter for Fr. Sill advising Deacon Alex regarding the Parish Council decisions. Members expressed disappointment with the decision and the manner in which the information was sent to Deacon Alex. We felt it inappropriate that an email message was sent without identifying the position of the sender and that the pastor should have conveyed the message.

Discussion continued regarding the difficulty, the many hours and the effort expended by Commission members in the past three years concerning presenting a Parish Mission. In addition to members traveling to hear Deacon Alex speak on two occasions, much effort was put forth in communication. We obtained 2 videos to share with groups of parishioners and felt that a concerted publicity program could have been designed to encourage parishioners to attend a parish mission.
In 2004 and 2005, members corresponded with three prospects. Members went to hear a possible speaker but he could not accept the offer to conduct a Mission due to calendar conflicts. The third prospect was John Sweitzer (laity) from Good News Ministries, a ministry from Margate, Florida but he could only come the week following Easter, 2006. Fr. Sill did not think that parishioners would be eager to attend a mission after Easter. Sweitzer has presented parish missions in a number of Columbus parishes and comes highly recommended by parishes in the Cincinnati Archdiocese, and from parishes in twenty states as well as Canada, Central America and Ireland.

We believe that detailed requirements in writing should be provided by the Parish Council as to what the expectations are for parish missions so that all parties are informed as to content of presentation, honorarium, travel and lodging and any other consideration be made known to the Commission before any further activity is undertaken toward securing a speaker for a parish mission. It has been our experience that for the most part, speakers are reserved as much as two years in advance.

Suggestion was made that Fr. Jeff Corning would be an excellent presenter as well as the young man that Fr. Corning encouraged and who was featured in the recent TV program, “Faith or the Girl.”

2. Proposed Visits for Bus Trips. Irma investigated a trip to Cincinnati
for a tour of St. Peter in Chains, telephone (513) 421-5354. Tours are available on Saturdays only and begin with the 11 a.m. Mass. There is also a park nearby that provides viewing of adjacent states as well as a good place for a group picnic, etc. Irma will ask for written information about the tour. Decision pending.
3. Cinco de Mayo. We have learned that celebrations in local areas are
more of a historical and cultural event observed by some Latinos and not the Mexican Independence Day that some native-born Americans mistake it for. The Commission is encouraging our brothers and sisters in our Hispanic/Latino Community to make special plans for celebrating a religious feast such as Our Lady of Guadalupe and to invite all parishioners to attend Mass and gather following Mass to experience and learn of their cultural and historical observances.
4. Lenten Concerts. Four concerts were presented in London. Three
concerts were presented at St. Patrick Church as part of the 140th Parish Anniversary. Attendance was disappointing for all of the concerts although those who attended expressed appreciation and gratitude for the opportunities.
5. Book Study. Norma reported that the study of the book, Living the
Eucharist/Celebrating its RHTHYMS in Our Lives by Father Paul Bernier, S.S.S. was progressing well. Ten parishioners have been meeting from 4:30-5:50 PM on Fridays with Bernie Hess facilitating the study. The book has been very illuminating and transforming for them.

New Business
1. Commission vacancy. Education Commission will need a replacement for Beth Monti. Sissy Wiseman suggested contacting Don Miller and David Husek. Sissy will contact them as to serving on the commission.
2. Norma shared about the publication of Wedding Guidelines for St.
Patrick Church. Commission members expressed concern that the publication seemed to be a business oriented model rather than a Christian model.
3. Irma shared about a prayer request being circulated asking that the
faithful attend Mass and pray especially on June 6. This year, the numerical sequence is 666. People are being encouraged to pray for protection and mercy. Many are hoping that Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will also be made available in many of the parishes. Irma shared that a 1917 message at Fatima from the Blessed Virgin contained the word that disrespect shown thru fashion and attire offended Jesus.
4. Concern was raised about apparel currently being worn to church that is inappropriate. Short, short skirts and shorts and see-thru blouses or tops for women and girls as well as apparel for men and boys are not appropriate for church attendance. Parishioners should be encouraged to dress appropriately and to dress up as a matter of respect in the presence of Jesus. We encourage some direction from the pastor be considered regarding this matter and that it be given during the announcements following Mass and if appropriate to be included in the homily.
5. Sissy Wiseman inquired as to why more was not being provided to honor
the Blessed Virgin Mary during the month of May. It was mentioned that a prelude was presented only one Sunday of May. We suggested that she speak to the pastor regarding this matter.
6. Irma shared an article printed in ALLNEWS, news and views from
American Life League regarding an on-line petition campaign to end all
taxpayer funded support for Planned Parenthood across the nation. This effort is to protest the more than $265 million in funding (in one year alone) from federal, state and local governments. The internet petition is accessible on StopPlannedParenthoodTaxFunding.com. Signed petition cards were handed out at the March for Life in January 2006. Members were encouraged to sign the petition and to spread the word to others.
7. Patty Evans has agreed to serve on the Education Commission for a few
more months to help with transition. Norma Freeman advised in February that she would be leaving the Commission following the May meeting after serving for 7 years. The Commission members thanked Norma for her faithfulness and for all the work that she has done to bring about so many good things for St. Patrick Church.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 a.m. with prayer offered by Irma Arbogast. The Commission will not meet again until Sunday, September 11, 2006.

Minutes submitted by Norma Freeman. Approved: 05/24/06

St. Patrick’s Liturgy Commission Meeting

February 6, 2006

Opening Prayer – Father Sill

Attending: Fr. Sill, Joan Scofield, Cyrus Haddad, Dawn Shininger

Item for discussion: Parish Council report regarding 140th Anniversary celebration of St. Patrick’s Parish, Cyrus reported that the Council wishes a representative Of every group be at the meetings to decide on this issue. Jane and Dawn Represent the Liturgy Commission. Meeting time to be advised.

Item: Liturgy for Ash Wednesday, March 1st was planned. Mass at School will be as usual at 9 a.m.; Mass in church at 7 p.m. Fr. Ted requested that a combined choir sing at this Mass. Joan Scofield is to play: Dawn to play the organ. A schedule for combined choir Will be forthcoming. Minimal organ playing, a simple Mass.

Item: First Friday, March 3, Tish Jones will take care of.

Item: Stations of the Cross: Dawn and Joan will alternate playing. Joan, March 10; Dawn on March 24, following Mass.

Item: Since the Solemnity of St. Patrick’s Day is Friday, March 17th, there will be no Stations.

There will be Mass at 6 p.m. followed (approx. time 6:30-6:45) by St. Patrick Party. (More information to be in the Sunday Bulletin.)

There will be no Stations on March 31st as Bishop Campbell is coming to the Parish as St. Patrick’s has been asked to host the St. Andrew’s Dinner. The young men of the Parish Will be invited to attend to consider vocations.

Mass will be at 6 p.m. followed by Evening Prayer.

Item: During Lent, Latin will be used during Mass. No recessional will be sung – instrumental Only. This will be explained to the Parish in the Sunday bulletin.

Item: Palm Sunday – there will be the procession before the 10:30 Mass.

Item: Holy Week: Thursday, April 13th, Mass will be at 7 p.m. \ Night Prayer will be at 10 p.m

Good Friday, April 14th, Stations of the Cross will be at 3 p.m.; also at 7 p.m.

This year’s Ecumenical Service where has yet to be advised.

Holy Saturday, Vigil of Easter, Mass time to be selected by Fr. Sill (possibly 8:45 p.m. – no later than 9 or 9:45 pm.)

Item (continued) Easter Sunday: Mass will be at the usual times, 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Mass of Creation will be sung during the Easter Season.

Item: Report from Art/Environmental Subcomm. Since Ruth Blackwell was not attending, she Had given her report to Dawn. Her report stated she was in touch with the local florists regarding Flowers and Palm for Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday. She is expecting quotes From them and when she has them, will be in touch with Fr. Sill and Deacon Dan. Also Will advise regarding new types of palm and other items for decorations. Where to Purchase possibly will have better price if buying both flowers and palm from same Florist.

Ruth also requested 2 new altar cloths for Ordinary Time; another square cloth and 1Long for Easter and Christmas. Possibly add these items to the Wish List/Book. All cloths will be ready for Easter. Her report was given to Fr. Sill.

Item: Music Selection Subcomm.: General discussion about AIM Magazine for upcoming Music selections. Fr. Sill, Joan and Dawn to meet to discuss. Also, discussion regarding Dawn’s developing a Wedding Guide. A $50.00 deposit was Decided upon for each wedding to insure the church would be returned to proper Order. If restored properly, the deposit would be returned. If not, is would be kept.

Item: Cyrus asked about purchasing Hymnals instead of the type of Missalettes we are now Using. This was discussed and decided upon some years ago –to use the combined Type now in use. Cyrus also brought up the subject of Chalices – what type, etc. Fr. Said that the Bishop had said they did not have to be of precious metals but non-porous. Pottery Was not suitable; that hand blown glass were $50.00 each.

Item: First Holy Communion will be May 20th , Saturday, at the 5 p.m. Mass. Dawn will play And invite the Youth Choir to sing.

Item: Weekend of May 27th-28th, Chris Coleman will celebrate his Masses of Thanksgiving here at St. Patrick’s.

Item: Bishop Campbell will be here for Confirmation on October 27th . Fr. Sill requested A combined choir for this Mass.

Item: Next meeting of the Liturgical Commission will be April 10th at 6 p.m. as Father Sill will be out of town on April 3rd.

Meeting closed with prayer by Cyrus Haddad.

Respectfully submitted,

Jane Widen

St Patrick Activities Committee updates
Sunday June 26, 2005 @ 9:00 a.m.

A. Chairs for the following committees:
1. Cake Walk-Denise Zimmerman
2. Advertising-Tori Weeks
3. Volunteers and Vendors-Vickie Berschet
4. Basketball-I haven’t found anyone to chair this event yet
5. Volleyball-Amy Kleeman (need to order T-shirts from Mabes)
6. Kids’ activities-Sherry Ley
7. Kids’ games- Sherry Collins
8. Sat evening dinner-Matthew and Pam Mayer are donating the food. I will meet with Matthew after the 4th to select food items. Doles are donating salad and dressing
9. Inflatable volunteers-Bernadette Clawson
10. Food-Tom and Laura Giere
11. Games of Chance-Leo Daugherty?? Still trying to reach him.

B. Entertainment
1. William and Mary Young are providing a Christian Band (donating). The band members will need a place to stay. William and Mary are paying for their hotel stay as a donation as well. I told them that we would pay for their gas to get here. He will let me know. They will play from 4:00-11:00 (free)
2. Wildfire Cloggers cancelled. Zoey and her dance group will dance for us from 3:00-4:00 (free)
3. Kurt Berschet will provide DJ service for us (free) noon-3:00
4. Randy Zacks from Ballooniacs will be there from 2:00-5:00 creating different balloon items for the children and will also be teaching them how to make animals, hats, etc…. for themselves. $125.00 per/hr.
5. Michelle Horn ordered the tents this year and it will be exactly the same. **Don Miller has agreed to take care of the electrical issues and will be hanging the lights in the tents.
6. Dunk Tank is free this year. E.A. will pick this up on Friday the 12th.
7. William Young is to let me know if he and his friends are interested in displaying their refurbished VW Beetle cars.

C. Food
1. Tom Giere will stick with the same food items as last year.
2. Still trying to connect with Leo Daugherty regarding the funnel cake machine and information on the Games of Chance!

D. Inflatables
1. Karen Wiser has already called Barry with new date. We will be making our selection(s) on Wednesday night.
2. Again, Bernadette Clawson will get volunteers for the inflatables

E. Auction
1. Julie McFarland and her mother will chair
2. Raffle off dinner with Father Sill
3. Raffle off reserved seating and parking for Christmas and Easter
4. Raffle ticket costs were donated by Advantage Bank and are being printed now. (These will be distributed at Mass and mailed to any families who have not picked up their packet of tickets)

F. Beer
1. Tori will handle obtaining Liquor License. Karen Wiser is too busy this year directing her two festivals in Columbus.
2. Vendor has been contacted & will bring beer cart.

G. Parking
1. Michelle Horn has contacted Mr. Yoakum to direct parking. Parking will be duplicated from last year.

H. Sponsors
1. Julie McFarland has mailed out letters for sponsors.
2. Karen Wiser is contacting Kathy Henry for Stanley sponsorship

? I placed a note in this week’s church bulletin for volunteers, vendors, donations, deserts for dinner, servers and cakes for the Cake Walk.
? I will have a sign up sheet for volunteers during the week of our Parish Directory sessions (Olan Mills)

**Our next meeting will be Wednesday June 29th -7:00 p.m. at Michelle Horn’s house.

Respectfully submitted by Tori Weeks