Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church

	2004	120
	2005	128
	2006	116
	2007	111
	2008	113

* includes Palm Sunday and Easter

Visits

	Holy Eucharist	6
	Morning Prayer & Holy Eucharist	1
	Baptism & Holy Eucharist	1
	Healing & Holy Eucharist	1
	Hilltop Holy Eucharist	1
	Private Home Communion	8
	Compline	1
	Burial Office	1
	Retreat Communion	1
	TOTAL	22

Reviewing History
Sometimes history is rediscovered as things left undone as well as things done. This month it was discovered that the drinking fountains being marked “out of order” and the arrival of the water cooler in the office were a signal that the water was less than it should be some time in the past. With Jeff's supervision this was corrected with water filters installed on the cold water lines of the three sinks in the kitchen, and on the sink in the Haven. We also remedied a long-standing problem of hot water in the sacristy with an on-demand hot water heater, taking advantage of the workman's time in our building (and a discount).

Reviewing Identity Slow progress was made on the Canteen leadership transition during this month, but Bill has announced a series of meetings in July to move the ball forward.

Christian Education minutes reveal how we are moving ahead as we begin to plan for the fall. We have a 2nd meeting in July, following which we will invite people to join the faculty for the fall session. We agree that teaching the Bible needs to be accompanied by the Anglican/Episcopal heritage, and more participation in our worship.

The capital campaign – Serving God in This Place – is quickly taking shape with the Nominating Commission securing our team leadership. While the teams need to be filled out, we are well on our way.

I will also be asking the Vestry to approve the position of Building and Grounds Manager.

This person will deal with the non-day to day care of our property. This role would then expand as the capital campaign projects begin. Jeff Fellows has been functioning in this position with regard to many projects, and this will make the position better defined for him and for us. I expect to have a position description available for review soon.

Reviewing Leadership
My continued hope is that leadership will emerge for the renewed Christian Education program this fall, and for the Canteen. I continue to invite people into leadership and ministry. The expectation is that Bill Palmer with the Canteen, and David Scone with Christian Education will do the same prior to September.

Reviewing Linkage with the Bishop and the Diocese
The visit of Canon Karen Lewis and Judy Fried will continue to build the relationship with the diocese. I have also responded to an invitation to host a diocesan intern for the academic year. He will be with us for 10 hours a week in a variety of ministries that as yet are not determined. I am sure that Trinity will be an excellent training site for his continuing journey toward ordination. Details will be made available as I receive them.

It is great that we now have our stained glass windows on our south and west sides vented so that the heat in the summer will not build up and compromise the windows.

The Common Room looks great with its new coat of paint thanks to Jim Albert and Jeff Fellows. Former Rector's portraits now grace the south wall.

Two new projects need our attention. The exterior walls of the nursery and archives room need attention due to water damage from the air conditioning units. It is suggested that the air conditioning unit in the nursery be replaced and the wall repaired, while the unit be removed from the archives room when the wall is repaired.

Also, the driveways and sidewalks on Oak Street have needed attention for quite some time. In the last year one of our members fell due to their poor condition. It is expected that the city will assist with some of the cost. With the Haven garden there is now more foot traffic in the area so the risks are greater. I suggest we proceed immediately by withdrawing the necessary funds from the Jennings gift.

Just in the last day of June the retaining wall and walkway to Trinity House have been repaired.

The expectation is that the outside faucet on the north side of Trinity House will soon be repaired so all the gardeners can use it.

June has been a busy month, 57 hours/week. I think this pace will continue in July.