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, May 20, 2026.

 

Pastor led all in a devotion on “What service communicates to others; it’s a humble heart.”

 

Last council minutes were read and moved by Adam Pedersen, seconded by Linda Thede for approval – motion passed. 

 

Financial report was given by Al Robson. Full reports can be found under the mailboxes. There has been a donation for the basement bathroom renovation project. The Missions community spoke on their mission contributions; those items will be listed under the Board Reports. Craig Hertel moved, Fred Long seconded to approve- motion passed. 

 

Reports on the Boards began with the 

 

Elders- The new worship time, 9:00 AM, will begin Sunday May 31. The proposal was shared for a new position for children and family ministries at Trinity to help strengthen and support our congregation. This follows a meeting with parents, elders and pastor. Next steps are a follow up meeting with parts and the education board. The elders will work to finalize the financial structure and there may be a need for an interim meeting before the next scheduled council meeting. 

 

Education- Sunday School concluded with Sundae’s on Sunday. They are gearing up for VBS to be held July 27-30th. Held 5:30-7:30. All interested in helping please plan to attend a meeting June 17th at 7PM. Watch for the other Board events to come this summer. 

 

Trustees- Contractor is set to look at the speaker cloth as well as the cloth above the altar in the sanctuary that shows water damage. South windows need to be updated, and a contractor is set to be repaired. Motion was requested to approve the landscape as quoted by Country Landscapes; downpayment of $8,035.93 to be made. Adam Pedersen moved, Craig Hertel seconded to approve- motion passed. 

 

Outreach- March Madness finished successfully. They are gearing up for Bell Tower Festival in June. Those who wish to help are asked to let Ellie or another outreach member know. Trinity will be providing T-shirts for those who volunteer. Cheryl presented on the Trinity Magnet Project for zip code 50129. Craig Hertle moved for the project to be paid out of the Vi Hoffman Memorial fund. Carol Christensen seconded to approve- motion passed. 

 

Parish Fellowship- None to report. 

 

Missions- The mission board has contributed to Camp Okoboji, Lutheran Bible Translation, The Boone & Denison Lutheran Schools, Erin McKenzie, Deaconess Grace, as well as Hansen, Sharp and Hester. They welcome all to come hear Gary Theis on his June 28th visit.  

 

Old Business was discussed, next

 

Craig Hertel gave a report on ARC. They are rotating a group on Thursdays to stay active in this project. He will continue to work with the board. 

 

Linda Thede shared the news of Trinity Apparel. There will be order forms in the bulletins, samples in the fellowship hall with some designs. The order will stay open throughout August. Please let her know if you need assistance ordering (this will not be a large qty. order- it will be paid at time of order directly to Shine On Design). 

 

No New Business

 

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 15th @ 7:00PM. 

Pastor closed with prayer at 8:27 PM.

 

Respectfully Melissa Barrett

Trinity Secretary

 

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