HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH MISSION COMMITTEE MEETING 

                                        September 9, 2007

 The Mission Committee of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church met at 8:30 a.m. on September 9 in the Parish Hall.  Members present were the Reverend David Lemburg, Warden Celeste Ramirez, Larry Coleman, GiGi Smith, Ella Tardy, and Mary Weems. 

 Ella presented the monthly financial statement.  There were no areas of particular concern, and pledges continue to be adequate.

 It was discussed whether we should contact the renter of the Gibson St house to arrange to show it to prospective buyers.  It was decided that Celeste would contact the realtor instead and have him handle all of the details pertaining to the sale of the property.

 Father David reported that the caller id feature on the telephone is still not working.  He will contact Bell South to resolve the problems.

 Father David reported that he will continue formulating plans for a funeral workshop and will present them at our next meeting.

 The Bishop's appeal to increase voluntary giving to assist the churches on the coast was discussed.  Celeste suggested that we consider a bazaar in the fall along with a spaghetti luncheon/dinner.  The plan will be discussed with the church members.

 Father David reported that he would have his annual meeting with the Bishop this week.  He does not anticipate any changes.

 Father David will attend a Presbyters meeting October 1 - 4 and a conference October 7 - 11.  He will be present for Sunday services, but will not be available on those Tuesdays for Christian education.  The committee decided that we would pay half of the costs for him to attend the conference, with the church in McComb paying the other half.

 Father David asked that we consider the purchase of a laptop computer to replace the present computer in the Vicar's office.  He suggested that we split the costs with the church in McComb.  The matter will be considered and presented at the next meeting.

 The budget for Christian education was discussed.  Father David reported that the current amount allocated is not adequate.  Funds are needed for workshop expenses for members, educational materials, and to purchase dinners after each of the Tuesday night meetings.  It was decided that we would consider increasing the budgeted amount next year.

 The purchase of a used censer was presented.  Allergy and asthma concerns of the members were discussed.  It was decided that Father David would borrow a censer and cense the church prior to Sunday services.  If there are no complaints from the congregation, the purchase will then be considered.

 Pastoral concerns included discussion of members who are ill or in the hospital.  

 The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 a.m.