The Parish of St. Ann
Committee Reports

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BUILDING COMMITTEE - Currently no report

BY-LAWS COMMITTEE - Currently no report

CHRISTIAN FORMATION COMMITTEE - Report as of 01/23/2012

FINANCE COMMITTEE - Report as of 01/3/2012

HISPANIC REPORT - Currently no report

LITURGY COMMITTEE - Report as of 1/10/2012

PARISH AND FAMILY LIFE COMMITTEE - Report as of 12/05/2011

SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE - Currently no report

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BY-LAWS COMMITTEE

No Current Report

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LITURGY COMMITTEE

Liturgy Committee Meeting - January 10, 2012

In attendance: Father Kelley, Ronnie Malone, John Lazo, Pat Hudson, Rosanne Shoemaker, George Meringolo

Absent: Maureen Scanlon, Joe Cavaluzzo, Deacon Jack Freebery

·         Meeting Opened 7:00PM

·         Opening Prayer - Ronnie Malone

·         Father Kelley went over the Calendar highlighting two important facts:

1.       We have just entered 6 weeks of Ordinary Time

2.       We would be using Eucharistic Prayer 1 - which is the longest and most challenging for the presiding Priest        during the 6 weeks of Ordinary Time.

·         George Meringolo gave a report on the preceding night's Pastoral Council Meeting.

·         Ronnie passed out the Volunteer Assignments

·         There was a discussion of a handout given by Father last month on "The History and Practice of the Prayer of the Faithful" written by Stephen S. Wilbricht, CSC.  The prayers of the faithful are an integral part of our Catholic faith and the pamphlet traced the origins of this type of prayer back to the very early years of the church.  As the discussion continued it became clear that the prayers of the faithful are not only part of the Liturgy but in fact an important role that the congregation is obligated to perform.

·         Father Kelley passed out an assigned reading and discussion topic for February's meeting  - "Noteworthy Translation Changes in the GIRM"

·         Opening Prayer February - Pat Hudson

·         Prayers of the Faithful February - George Meringolo

·         Closing Prayer - Ronnie Malone

Minutes: Liturgy Committee Meeting December 13, 2011

Present: Father Kelly, George Meringolo, Joe Cavaluzzo, John Lazo, Ronnie Malone, Maureen Scanlon, Rosanne Shoemaker

Absent: Deacon Freebery, Pat Hudson

Meeting called to order at 7PM

Opening Prayer Maureen Scanlon

Father Kelly went over the liturgical calendar highlighting upcoming seasons.

No report from Pastoral Council was given since George Meringolo was not in attendance at that meeting.

New Missal implementation update - The process is moving along as expected and the changes have been implemented as planned.

Vespers - The Vespers at OLG are in process attendance seems down from last year.  It was also noted that those in attendance are enthusiastic in their worship making the worship well worth the effort.

Additional Volunteer Assignments -        Opening Prayer: September 2012 Maureen Scanlon

                                                         Prayers of the Faithful: July 2012 George Meringolo

Discussion Topics: The Bells will be repaired and back ringing Thursday December 16, 2011

Father said we would be phasing in the Eucharistic Prayers slowing starting with Prayer #2 through the Christmas Season, then prayer's 3 & 4.

The question came up about the need for follow up training for the parishioners on the new missal.  Al on the committee were in agreement such training would not be needed.

January Assignments:    Prayers of the Faithful: Maureen Scanlon

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CHRISTIAN FORMATION COMMITTEE

JANUARY 23, 2012 

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION  We are currently working with three Catechumens (preparing for Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) and four Candidates seeking full initiation.  The Rite of Election of Catechumens and Call to Continuing Conversion of Candidates will be held on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Holy Cross Church in Dover at 11:00 A.M.  Most Reverend W. Francis Malooly, Bishop of Wilmington will preside over this celebration. 

DIOCESAN ACCREDITATION  The diocesan self-study team will meet with our Christian Formation Committee on Monday, February 6, 2012 to finalize our accreditation process. 

SAYO  Bowling which began on January 3^rd continues on Tuesday nights.   While Denise is recovering from surgery, several parents have been filling in as chaperones.  We are drawing eight to ten students on bowling nights which will continue through March.  SAYO ski trip will be this Saturday, January 28^th to PA. 

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION  Classes resumed on January 22, 2012.  Preparation for Eucharist and Confirmation is taking place.  Mark Winterbottom is coming to talk with teens on safe, Christian internet/cell phone use.  Our Confirmation Retreat will be headed by Tae Kang. 

ADULT LENTEN PREP  In accordance with the Catechetical theme USCCB (Do This In Memory Of Me) we will hold sessions on March 8, 15, 22, & 29 taking this message into the world through the  arts.  Sessions already in place are:  March 15 – Jerry Miller Sharing on visual art; March 22 – Bill Alexander on music; possibly Dave Gallagher on architecture as a window of the soul. 

FRIDAY MOVIE SERIES  The first movie, Keys to the Kingdom, was held on Friday, January 20^th with 20 people attending.  Those remaining for upcoming Fridays are: Lilies of the Field; Babett’s Feast; Entertaining Angels; Dead Man Walking; Mr. Holland’s Opus; and Courageous.

DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION JOB OPENING  Fr. Kelley reviewed the job description for the DRE and explained the hiring process to follow.  He will develop a search committee with representation from various areas of parish life:  i.e. parish council member, catechist, parent, CFC member, etc.  Father will also solicit assistance from the Diocese.  The plans is to begin advertising for this position in March or April. 

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FINANCE COMMITTEE

Memo To: Jen Scott  Executive Officer  Parish Council 

From:        Don Doyle  Business Manager 

Date:       1/3/12       

    Re: Financial picture for the six months ending December 31, 2011 

The overall financial picture for the first half of this fiscal year reflects that we so far are matching the results of the previous year -- a year that was very positive, particularly in light of the overall economy.  Both our income and our expenses are about level with the same numbers a year ago and our most important income source, our Offertory, is slightly higher than it was at this point in FY 2011.   

As was the case last month, a comparison of the results for first six months to our annual budget continues to show that we are well within our estimates for the year. 

cc:  Fr. Kelley

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SOCIAL CONCERNS COMMITTEE

No Current Report

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