Anika Rinker, Author at St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church

Vestry Meeting Minutes July 28, 2019

by Anika Rinker | Aug 11, 2020 | Vestry Updates

St. MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS VESTRY MEETING
July 28, 2019
Present: Mary Beth Butler, Christopher DeClerk, Keen Haynes, Brandy Heckel, D.J. Mitchell, Linda Seeber, Becky Snell, Julie Sutton
Absent: Bob Bess, Sharon Dudek, Christopher Mullaney, Ben Taylor
Also Present: Ayo Omoniyi, Deacon, Glenda Morehead, Parliamentarian, Linda Snow, Historian, Rhonda Ackley, Tony Ackley, Sue Mitchell, Dick Seeber
A regular meeting of the Vestry of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church was held Sunday, July 28, 2019 in the East Parish Hall. The meeting was opened with prayer by Deacon Omoniyi at 12:14 pm.
Consideration of Vestry Minutes from June 27, 2019
D.J. Mitchell moved acceptance of the minutes from the June 27 meeting. Mary Beth Butler seconded and the motion carried.
Editing of Vestry Meeting Minutes
Parliamentarian Glenda Morehead read a statement explaining the process by which she reviews draft minutes to ensure accuracy and proper format.
Treasurer’s Report
Mitchell presented the Treasurer’s report. Julie Sutton moved approval and Becky Snell seconded. The motion carried.
Stewardship Pledge Campaign
Keen Haynes asked for members to volunteer to be on the Stewardship committee. Rev. Pogue has asked to begin working with the committee prior to his official start date on September 1. Mitchell, Snell and Linda Seeber agreed to serve.
Ministry Fair (September 8, 2019)
Haynes said that the Ministry Fair would be held on the date above, along with a reception to welcome Rev. Pogue and his wife Gay. Haynes will not be present on that date, so Mitchell will coordinate the details of the fair. Snell will supply Haynes with contact information about ministry members and leaders.
Fundraiser Updates
In preparation for the Bingo! Fundraiser scheduled for September 28, Sutton distributed copies of a donation solicitation letter. The letter is attached and made a part of these minutes. Sutton has created a Google Sheets Document (SMITFBINGO_PotentialDonationList – link was sent to all Vestry members on July 28, 8:53 am), to which all Vestry members have been invited to contribute. The list contains 84 suggested donors. If a potential donor is approached, the result should be indicated on the Sheets document to avoid duplication. Each Vestry member is asked to solicit $100 worth of donated items for the event (gift cards or certificates or items for silent auction).
CPR Fundraiser is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, August 17. DeClerk will confirm this week.
Potential Eagle Project
DeClerk reported that a prospective Eagle Scout has proposed a project to clean up the area between the labyrinth and Memorial Garden. He moved that the Scout be allowed to raise funds by appeal to the parish. Mitchell moved acceptance, Butler seconded and the motion carried.
Stewardship Request by Scout
DeClerk said that a Scout member of the parish noticed use of plastic stirrers for coffee and asked that wooden stirrers be substituted to reduce environmental impact. Haynes agreed to ask parish administrator Anika Rinker to implement this.
DeClerk requested approval for Boy Scout Troop/Pack 937 to sell popcorn at church as a fundraiser. Snell moved acceptance, Mitchell seconded and the motion carried.
Junior Warden Report
Mullaney submitted a report to Haynes that lights were replaced and a new battery acquired for lawnmower. It was agreed that a Grubby Sunday is needed and Haynes will ask the Jr. Wardens to schedule, possibly on August 25.
Senior Warden‘s Report
Haynes said that a new Board Member and parish representative for 4 Saints Food Pantry be identified. Sutton agreed to take on this role with the goal of having a parishioner replace her by year end. Note that 4 Saints is also seeking a Director, a volunteer position requiring 15-20 hours per week. Applications are being accepted through August 1, 2019.
Dick Seeber offered to work in Outreach. He was accepted with thanks.
Hayes noted the need for two new outdoor flags due to the poor condition of the ones we have.
Linda Seeber has researched prices and will handle the purchase.
Guest Rhonda Ackley asked about restarting the Night in Bethlehem Advent program. It was agreed that this could be explored.
Mitchell moved adjournment, Sutton seconded, and the meeting was adjourned at 1:34 pm with prayer by Haynes.
NEXT REGULAR VESTRY MEETING SUNDAY, AUGUST 18. LUNCH & FINAL PRAYER PROVIDED BY BRANDY HECKEL
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Butler, Clerk

Vestry Meeting Minutes July 25, 2019: Special Meeting

by Anika Rinker | Aug 11, 2020 | Vestry Updates

St. Martin-in-the-Fields Vestry Meeting
July 25, 2019
Special Called Meeting
Present: Mary Beth Butler, Christopher DeClerk, Keen Haynes, Brandy Heckel, Christopher Mullaney, Linda Seeber, Becky Snell, Julie Sutton
Present by telephone: Bob Bess, Sharon Dudek, Ben Taylor
Absent: D.J. Mitchell
A special called meeting of the Vestry of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church was held on Thursday, July 25, 2019 in the East Parish Hall. The meeting was closed to the public. The purpose of the meeting was to interview The Rev. Ronald Pogue, candidate for Interim Rector. The meeting was opened with prayer by Rev. Pogue at 7:10 p.m.
The Vestry and Rev. Pogue engaged in questions and answers for approximately one hour. Afterward, the Rev. Pogue departed the meeting.
Following discussion, Mary Beth Butler moved that the Very Rev. Ronald Pogue be called as Interim Rector. Julie Sutton seconded and the motion carried.
The Letter of Agreement was reviewed. Following discussion, Julie Sutton moved and Christopher DeClerk seconded that the Letter of Agreement as presented be approved. The motion carried.
The meeting was closed with prayer by Brandy Heckel at 9:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mary Beth Butler, Vestry Clerk

Outreach

by Anika Rinker | Aug 11, 2020 | Group

Through our outreach programs, St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church reaches out to our neighbors in need locally and around the globe, acting as Christ’s heart, hands and feet. We work to support the poor and homeless in our midst here in Tarrant County, and we partner with worldwide agencies like Episcopal Relief and Development. We encourage all to give of themselves following the example of Christ and the example of St. Martin in sharing what we have to help others.
Get involved with the outreach activities of our church! Contact Dick Seeber at rwseeber@sbcglobal.net to learn how to participate in this servant work our church.

Year-round local outreach

***Note: Service Sunday is currently on hold due to COVID restrictions.
Our year-round outreach addresses hunger, homelessness, and poverty locally in Tarrant County.

4Saints Episcopal Food Pantry

4Saints Food Pantry – 4th Saturdays

Service Sunday is a monthly ministry to feed the homeless served by Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County. This fun and energetic ministry welcomes all to be involved making and delivering sack lunches.

Service Sunday (Second Sundays): Feed the Homeless

Quarterly financial gifts give local agencies support they can count on

St. Martin’s budgets and makes planned, regular gifts to Union Gospel Mission, Presbyterian Night Shelter, and Meals on Wheels to serve the needs of the most vulnerable people in our area. With support like ours, Presbyterian Night Shelter continues to provide emergency shelter, housing assistance, and ministry to people in all walks of life, showing people they are God’s children, infinitely valuable and loved. With support like ours, Union Gospel Mission works to end homeless with a holistic approach to transition homeless people to self-sufficiency, one person and family at a time. With support like ours, Meals on Wheels provides home-delivered meals and coordinates other needed services, serving older adults, people with disabilities, and others who are homebound.