MEETING FOR WORSHIP WITH ATTENTION TO BUSINESS, Eighth month, sixth day, 2006
Ministry and Oversight Committee Report – Minute: Friends heard the report of the Ministry and Oversight Committee.The suggestion of learning more about peace possibilities in the Middle East sparked great interest, and there was enthusiasm for ongoing discussions of the history of the Quaker peace testimony and its applications in the past as well as in current issues.
As possible resources we have the Kenneys, who are experienced at presenting Middle East issues; a possible workshop by Friends from Illinois Yearly Meeting; a possible ongoing discussion group organized by Rich Kaufman and willing volunteers.
These possibilities will be referred to the Quaker Education committee to plan in conjunction with Program Committee, Ministry and Oversight Committee and the Peace and Social Concerns coordinator.
Friends approved the Ministry and Oversight report, and rejoiced in the Kenneys’ celebration of their 50th anniversary.
Treasurer’s Report – Minute: Friends heard and approved the treasurer’s report, with appreciation.
Clearness Committee for Membership of Terry Matz – Minute: We heard with joy the report of the clearness committee for Terry Matz’s membership, strongly recommending that we accept her commitment to the meeting. We approved the report with great delight.
Library Committee Report – an oral summary Marc’s message. He urged Friends to be more diligent in signing out and their library books and recommended that new books, especially the popular titles on Quakerism, be bought for the library. Minute: Friends heard the library committee report and encourage Marc to add current titles to the library collection.
Peace and Social Concerns Coordinator Report – Minute: We heard the report on Peace and Social Concerns. Friends asked many good questions about possible involvement in MORE Squared. The clerk will try to have more information available by the next business meeting. Friends are invited to think about attending the September 9 organizational meeting. The meeting ended with a few moments of silence.
— Respectfully submitted,
Karin McAdams, Clerk