TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

Jefferson, IA

 

Trinity Lutheran Church council meeting was called to order by Chair, Scott Graham at 7:01 pm, July 15, 2026.

 

Pastor led all in a devotion on Using Time well, based on James 4:14

 

Last council minutes and the Special June 3 meeting were read and moved by Mike Copton, seconded by Amanda Shcroeder for approval on both sets of minutes as presented– motion passed. 

 

Financial report was given by Al Robson. Full reports can be found under the mailboxes. Hoffman memorial funds have bene used for the Magnet project, the Bracelet project and the landscaping (to be completed in the next 7-10 days) update. All other funds have been invested. Al is also going to investigate other banking options to match Trinity’s needs. Fred Long moved, Carol Christensen seconded to approve- motion passed. 

 

Reports on the Boards began with the 

 

Elders- The discussion began by looking into adding a board of Technology and Broadcasting. There is a need to be sure all items are covered and we are compliant in all areas. Motion by Fred Long to ‘Approve the policy as presented and to create a Board of Tech and Broadcasting by the end of this fiscal year’.  Cassidy Kennedy seconded- motion passed. The elders are also looking to fill the vacant position with Aiden Shorey moving. Please reach out if interested. 

 

Craig Hertel shared an update on the search for Director of Church Ministry. They are working to update our online footprint and have reached out to two colleges to help with their search to fill this role. 

 

Education- VBS will be held July 27-30 with a family grill out on the 31st. They will be holding a late night with the youth at the bowling alley, date to be announced. Grow Curriculum has been set for the Fall Sunday School curriculum. The board is also looking to fill the High School Youth Teacher position. Please reach out to a board member if interested. 

 

Trustees- Amber Smith will be resigning as the custodian. The Elders would like to recognize her on her work well done. They are looking to fill this position; please reach out to an Elder or Linda to request an application. 

 

They are continuing to look for cloth to repair the front altar; new cloth to cover the speaker has been purchased and will be installed soon. 

Outreach- Carol Robson spoke highlighting the report given as written by Ellie Menz. Complete report is available upon request. 

 

Parish Fellowship- A new coffee pot purchase has been complete; all cords are now interchangeable. They also have a nice apron hanger with 4 new aprons from the Trinity Clothing order in the kitchen for use.  

 

Missions- Cindy Carstens spoke on Gary Thies’ visit. They will work to get a trip to Mission Central in November, when the Sharpes (one of the missionaries supported) will be there visiting.  

 

Old Business was discussed, next

 

Craig Hertel said no changes or updates to ARC. 

 

Linda Thede shared the apparel options have been well received. A donor for shirts for VBS kids/ volunteers has been made and those have been ordered to arrive before VBS

 

No New Business

 

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday September 16@ 7:00PM. 

Pastor closed with prayer at 8:08 PM.

 

Respectfully Melissa Barrett

Trinity Secretary

 

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