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| Adult Enrichment Committee Minutes
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
I. Introductions and Reflection
Those Present: Kathy, Jane, Larry, Kenneth, Nancy, Terry, Darlene and Sally
Readings for the upcoming Sunday were read and reflections shared.
II. Formation Committee A. Standing dates and agenda
The formation has established standing committee meeting dates as well as an agenda for the next months. They will not be focusing on Advent due to its quick approach, but will be planning parish activities for Lent and the Easter Triduum. They have asked this committee to develop a mission statement. Discussion took place around this topic and the committee will like to see spiritual study and adult incorporated into the statement. We were reminded to keep in mind that a mission statement is what we do and the filter with which our programming is planned. Terry will send Sally the former Evangelization Committee statement. Sally asked that all committee members be thinking about the mission statement and to e-mail her any ideas. This will be an important agenda item at next month’s meeting. B. Committee member appointment - Kenneth?
Kenneth will be our committee liaison to the Formation Committee. Thank you, Kenneth!III. Continuous Program Feedback and Evaluation
A. Bible Studies
1. Little RockThere are seven groups and over 50 people participating. Facilitators were found for the two studies that Sr. Bernadette facilitated. Terry mentioned that there are a lot of repeat individuals each year, but she would like to see more new individuals join. The suggestion was made to have one individual that would “oversee” Little Rock and work on promotions/marketing, and the other logistics associated with this study. We will be working on coming up with evaluation questions for all Bible studies. Some preliminary ideas are:
How did your knowledge of scripture grow?
How often would you like to meet (more/less)?
Have you been able to apply what you’ve learned to your personal life?
Please send Sally any thoughts or ideas for additional questions. 2. Jeff Cavins
There are about 15 participants in each session of the Revelation study. Exodus will begin in January. The current session is going well and there are some new participants as well. B. Catechism Class
This appears to be up and running and there doesn’t seem to be any more confusion over dates/times.IV. New Program/Activity Formation A. Adult Ministry Formation Focus Groups
1. Identify key demographics
The group decided to focus on one age group at a time and will start with those 25-35
2. Finalize key questions
Where do you find your spirituality?
What are you looking for?
What do you need?
Again, please send any ideas for questions and themes.3. Form a subcommittee to implement
Contact Larry if you are interested in helping with this endeavor. B. Vatican Splendors
1. Dates and costs
We need to get a date finalized. If we get a group of 10 or more, we can get a discount on tickets.
2. Logistics and planning
Larry will speak with Mary about organizing.
3. Advertising C. Theology Thursday
1. Review of topics and speakers from last month and any additions
The group decided to start in January and offer events in January, February, March, May, July, and September. Larry will speak with Terry about getting Mark Pierce to come during one of these sessions.
2. Scheduling November event to coordinate with All Saints/Souls
Please see bulletin insert for this upcoming Sunday. Theology Thursday will start in January. D. Men's/Women's Day of Spirituality
1. FYI: no update until NovemberV. Any Additional Agenda ItemsThe group decided that they would be fine with going to the website to view the minutes and agenda.VI. AdjournNext Meeting November 11, 2008 at 6:00pm
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