Present: Janet Kohlmorgen, Janet Goodrich, Dave Marr, Tony and Mary Alice D’Ambrosio, Kathy Fitzwater, Flossie Hastings, Jane Hannon, Jim Melhorn, Phyllis Ames, Trudie Kalinen

Pastor Jim opened the meeting with prayer.

Treasurer’s and Collector’s Reports: Jane Hannon noted with the year 50% passed, we have received 50% of our anticipated annual income and expended 47.81% of it.

Pastor’s Report:  Pastor Jim will be on vacation beginning noon August 1.  Bill Beardsley will cover pastoral duties August 2-8; Steve Chace will provide coverage following that date.  The August 1 service will be held jointly with Jaffery at 11 AM at the Cathedral.  Following the service we are invited to a brunch at the Woodbound Inn hosted by the Jaffery Church. 

Deacons’ Report: Kathy Fitzwater reported the Deacons have sent 16 letters of inquiry concerning active / inactive status.  Pastor Jim is getting a bid from a locksmith to make areas of the church more secure.  The Deacons are awaiting a quote on upgrading our audio system. 

Trustees’ Report: Dave Marr presented updates on the stove, lift, and auditor projects.

1. An appliance repairman evaluated the stove.  It appears refurbishing it is a viable option rather than repair or replacement.
2. The lift project continues to progress.  Selectmen met with trustees to review the installation process.
3. Mark Warner is reviewing potential candidates to conduct our outside audit.
4. The committee continues the ’65 Agreement review process.

Music Committee Report: Tony D’Ambrosio updated the council on the most recent organ repair.  The committee will be preparing a report for the trustees informing them funds for this and future organ repairs have been depleted and alternative sources need to be identified.

Publicity: Trudie Kalinen has been organizing records of our ‘current history’ into albums, which she shared with the council.

LVA/EC: Flossie Hastings extended an invitation to all women in the church to attend the LVA/EC annual summer picnic to be held at Barbara Wells on August 16^th. 

Men’s Club:  The group is seeking additional cooking equipment, such as the large pots, used in preparing the many suppers.

Old Business: Janet Kohlmorgen asked for background information concerning the fair’s flea market tables. 

New Business: The council authorized Jane Hannon to cancel our bulk mailing permit and to apply for the available refund. 

The meeting adjourned following prayer offered by Jane Hannon.  Tony D’Ambrosio will offer the closing prayer at the Aug. meeting.

Repectfully submitted,
Janet Goodrich, Clerk

Board of Trustees
July 1, 2004

Meeting was called to order at 7:05^pm.  Those present were Mark Warner, Frens Zwart, Art Fitzwater, Don Umlauf, Dave Marr, Nancy Bogar and Jane Hannon.  Mark opened the meeting with a prayer.  Secretary’s minutes of June were approved as presented.  After discussion of expenses and income, the financial report was approved as presented.

Building and Grounds – Stove – Larry Kabat is hoping to get a cost estimate on repairing the stove sometime during July.  The Vertical Lift project continues to be ongoing.  Mark has attended the Meetinghouse Oversight Committee to review our proposal, and Mark and Art have both attended the Board of Selectmen’s June 30^th meeting to get their approval.  The BOS asked for an on-sight meeting, which was scheduled for July 14^th. 

The 1965 Agreement was discussed and new ideas are being presented on how to update this document.  Trustees will meet August 5^th at 7:00^pm.  Meeting adjourned at 8:15^pm.

Respectively submitted,
Nancy Bogar

Diaconate

The Deacons met on Thursday July 8^th at 7:00^pm in the vestry.  Those in attendance were Susan Campbell, Stephen Chace, Penny Chace, Sue Chatwin, Kathy Fitzwater, Steve Henrikson and Rev. Jim Melhorn.  Steve called the meeting to order.  Jim opened with a prayer.

Deacon of the month for August is Mary Williams.  Communion will be on August 1^st assisted by Sue Chatwin.  Because this is a combined service with Jaffrey United, Communion duties will be shared with them.  Each church will bring a cup and plate.  Rindge is responsible for the bread and Jaffrey the juice.

August 1st will be out annual combined service with Jaffrey United at the Cathedral of the Pines.  This will be a service of Communion.  The service is at 10:00^am.  Please plan to stay following the service as Jaffrey is planning a get-together directly after the service at Woodbound Inn. 

Jim will be on vacation from August 1^st (immediately following the service) through August 20^th.  Rev. Bill Beardslee has offered to take pastoral calls that may arise during Jim’s absence.  The Jaffrey church can be reached at (603)532-7047.

Next meeting will be Thursday August 12^th at 7:00^pm in the vestry

Submitted by,
Steve Henrikson

August Worship Services

August 1 – Outdoor Communion Service at Cathedral of the Pines – We meet at 10:00^am for a joint service with the United Church in Jaffrey.  Both Jim and Rev. Bill Beardslee of Jaffrey will preach as we experience communion in a unique and natural setting.  Immediately following the service, we will join together for a time of food and fellowship at the Woodbound Inn ballroom.  Food will be graciously provided by the Parish Life Committee of United Church.  Simply come and enjoy!
Greeters: Susan Casey and Nancy Bogar
Ushers: Betty Chenausky and Bernice Martin
Acolyte: Joshua Warner 

August 8 – Jim will be on vacation, and the Deacons are lining up some wonderful supply preachers to lead worship
Greeters: Kerry Yaceshyn and Sue Chatwin
Ushers: Burt and Janet Goodrich
Acolyte: Micaela Crowe

August 15 – Jim on vacation
Greeters: Lee Mailloux and Sue Campbell
Ushers: Alice and Frens Zwart
Acolyte: Shannon Crowe

August 22
Scripture: Luke 9:57-62    2 Timothy 2:20-26
Sermon: "Spuds"
Greeters: Penny and Paul Chace
Ushers: Marty and Bernice Ferwerda
Acolyte: Owen Chace

August 29
Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16
Sermon: “Martha Stewart vs. Nelson Mandela”
Greeters: Ernest and Marge St. Pierre
Ushers: Marie and David Marr
Acolyte: Nicole Fleming

Computer Corner

Updates in July included the following;

• July Deaconer
• Announcements
• Men's Club Roast Beef Suppers
• Church Fair
• Hymn Sing
• Joint Outdoor Worship with Jaffrey United
• June 13, 2004 - Children's Sunday
• May 30, 2004 - New Member Sunday
• Men's Club Mother's Day Breakfast
• Updated the Usher/Greeter list through December
• Added July/August/September calendars
• Updated the menu program so that the program loads earlier (and faster) 
• Updates to the Week in Review (on a weekly basis).

It’s not my intent to complicate things, but there are other internet browsers out there besides the Microsoft internet browser.  Some of the alternatives are Netscape, Opera and Mozilla.  Because more than 90% of all browser users use MS IE (because it is bundled with Windows – this is part of all that court action), MS IE becomes the favorite target of all kinds of security breaches.  I for one do not use MS IE unless I absolutely have to.  I use Mozilla.  Unfortunately, even with standards developed for web design, many web developers only design their site for MS IE and occasionally a page won’t render quite right in other browsers (then I resort to IE).  I design all my sites to work with all browsers.  If you are interested in exploring the alternatives, I’d be happy to discuss.

Steve Henrikson – webspirit – henrikson@surfbest.net

Include This in Your Plans for Fall

Union Congregational Church
Peterborough, New Hampshire

Presents
MARCUS BORG
Renowned Biblical Theologian and Author

November 12 & 13, 2004

Friday Evening, the 12^th 7:30-9:00^pm

“Christianity Today: A Time of Change and Conflict”

Saturday, the 13^th 9:00 a.m.-3:00^pm

• “Seeing God and Jesus Again”
• “Seeing Prayer, Worship and Practice Again”
• “Seeing God’s Passion for Justice (Again?)”

A Challenge

Attention Pastors and Parishioners 
(Pastors please announce!)

Mel Burrowes and David Keller are looking for 13 more(?) young or young-in-spirit UCC bicyclists interested in a Bike trip to raise money to help pay off the Spirit Lodge debt.

The Trip:  Pedal from the UCC Conference Center in Pembroke to Horton Center. in Gorham via Rtes 106, 28, and 16, approx. 110 miles in two days.

When:  Friday/Saturday, August 20-21

Requirements:  Gather and collect at least 20 pledges of money per mile.
                           Submit the appropriate pledge, health, and waiver forms.
                           Desire to get tired and have fun.

“BIG SING”

Come to an Evening of Singing

Come to a

“BIG SING”

led by 

John Bell
of the
Iona Community in Scotland

October 5^th and 6^th beginning at 7:00^pm

The Union Congregational Church, UCC
33 Concord Street
Peterborough, New Hampshire
603-924-3272

Report of the Annual NHCUCC Conference Meeting 2004

Under beautiful clear blue skies, the delegates to the 203^rd Annual Meeting of the NH Conference, UCC met at Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro, NH.  The stewardship theme “Inspiring Generosity Beyond the Piggy Bank” focused on the scripture passage from Hebrews 13:16 “Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.”  The two-day agenda included time to address the business of the Conference as well as four worship services, sixteen workshops, two keynote presentations, 30 exhibitors, and over 25 special guests from national and international organizations. 

The following were presented and/or voted upon and approved by the delegates to the NH Conference, UCC:

• Budget 2005
• Bylaws Committee Report 
• Ministerial Compensation Guidelines
• Association Structure Committee Report
• Report of the Nominating Committee
• UCC Call to Action and Invitation to Dialogue on Marriage
• Pronouncement in Response to NH Senate Bill 427

On June 12, 2004 the NH Conference, UCC Annual Meeting Delegates voted not to approve a resolution calling for a change to two single-day Conference Meetings

Elisabeth von Trapp in Concert

Elisabeth von Trapp, granddaughter of Captain Georg and Maria von Trapp of the famed Trapp Family Singers will appear in concert at Cathedral of the Pines on September 24, 2004.  Appearing with her is Erich Kory, cellist.  The concert will begin at 7:30^pm in the Hilltop House.

Tickets are $15.00 each and seating is limited.  For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Sandy Pastor or Linda Surette at the cathedral office at 603-899-3300.  Elisabeth will perform several songs from The Sound Of Music as well as many original compositions.  This is a concert that is sure to please audiences of all ages.