We had a Special Congregational Meeting (over lunch) in the Fellowship Hall following worship on Sunday. Here are "The Three Things You Need to Know" from that meeting:
- We formally approved our very own Al Beasley as our Commissioned Minister of Visitation! After literally years of preparation including special coursework, regular meetings with the Arizona Commission on Ministry, prayerful consideration with myself (and several other ministers as they served this congregation), and in response to a true calling our unanimous congregational vote officially designates Rev. Al as our Commissioned Minister of Visitation. More details to follow about the Commissioning Service that will happen later this fall...
- The 2013 Matching Fund is underway! In response to the "Faith Budget" we passed for 2013 we have a $30,000 deficit to make up. We are blessed to have an anonymous donor who has offered to match any funds that come in over and above individuals regular pledges up to $10,000. It is a tremendous opportunity that God has given us! Letters went out in the mail earlier this week to let members and friends know about the 2013 Matching Fund. We'll be receiving pledges for the next 4 Sundays and will accept donations to the Matching Fund up to the middle of December.
- We have a marvelous leadership here at FCC Scottsdale! I am ever thankful for the steady, determined, faithful leadership of Sandi DeFeo, Bob Stall, and Carol Tidrow. As our Executive Team they not only planned an excellent Special Congregational Meeting, but they made their presentations with care and hope. They have put in countless volunteer hours serving our congregation, and we are blessed to have them as leaders of our congregation.
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