The February meeting was called to order by President Jaynane Hardie at 6:30 pm. Connie Hoch led us in prayer.
Kathleen Chester presented a heart touching program on Immaculee, a woman who survived the genocide of Rwanda Omaha
Carol Marner read the minutes of the November meeting. The January meeting was cancelled because of bad weather. The minutes were approved as read. Sandy Schmitt gave the Treasurer’s report. We have a balance of $2,577.53 with no activity since the last meeting. Carol Marner read a card from Joan Farrell thanking the women for Christmas plate, visits and prayers during her illness. Gloria Lee had a card from Sue Evans thanking the women for all they do for her mother, Rosemary.
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Gloria Lee led the Installation of Officers. President Jaynane Hardie and Vice President Alice Herring continue with the second year of their term. Newly elected officers are Secretary Barb Kauffman and Treasurer Evelyn Pollard. Evelyn Pollard was absent due to illness, Sandy Schmitt stood in as her proxy for the installation. President Jaynane thanked out going Secretary Carol Marner and Treasurer Sandy Schmitt for their service to the group.
Old Business:
Gloria Lee reported on the Manor Masses held since our November meeting. They were held on December 2nd, January 13th and February 1st. Five residents attended each of the Masses and several members from the Parish were there to assist.
Jaynane reported on the Christmas Coffee held on 12/17/09 at Jennifer Fehr’s home for the Women of Sacred Heart. There was a huge array of food and drinks, with 12 ladies attending. Jennifer gave a tour of her home displaying 7 different decorated Christmas trees. During the lunch time gathering the women prepared 25 Christmas plates to be delivered to members of the Parish. They used red cellophane paper to wrap the plates, topping them with an ornament, making them look very festive.
It was submitted to Jaynane that 22 students participated in Celebrate. WOSH agreed to pay half of the cost for a total of 220.00
Sandy Schmitt reported on the clothing collected for the elementary schools. She delivered, sweat pants, underwear, mittens and hats at two different times. The schools have sufficient clothing for this year.
We served about 50 people at the funeral dinner for Germaine Cusumano. They served a hot meal with a variety of dishes that hit the spot on the cold winter day.
The Cusumano funeral was the only funeral dinner served at the Parish Center
It was suggested Jaynane talk to Clark Fielding about putting the funeral dinner charge on his bill. The Pierschbacher Funeral Home already does.
New Business:
Does anyone know of someone in the hospital or ill who might need our help or visit? Joan Farrell isn’t up to company and doesn’t need food. It was decided different members would pick a week, for the next several weeks, to send her a card from the WOSH. A schedule was set up. Prayers were asked for Pat Thompson, who is having back pain.
The home of Tony and Angela Rodamaker burned last week. A discussion was held on what we could do to help. It was decided we would purchase a Hy-Vee gift card. Carol Marner made a motion we give $250.00. Alice Herring second the motion. The motion passed. Sandy Schmitt will get a card and the gift card to be given to the Rodamaker family.
It is time for membership dues of 5.00 to be paid. They can be put in the collection marked dues or given to Evelyn Pollard.
Prayer Chain – It has been decided if you want to be on the e-mail prayer chain, to contact Connie Hoch. If you prefer to be in touch by phone, Carol Marner and Sandy Schmitt will be in charge.
Max Willadson suggested we take a pot luck lunch to the manor to have fellowship with Rosemary Evans and other Parish members at the manor who want to join us. A Saturday after Easter was suggested. Max is going to check out dates and the availability of a room and bring her findings to our next meeting in March.
Upcoming Parish events: Lent started Wednesday 2/17/10, the KC Fish Fries start Friday 2/19/10. Anyone wanting to donate pies, it would be greatly appreciated. They are always in demand.
Our next meeting will be Thursday March 18th with Barb and Alice furnishing refreshments. Thank you to Carol and Sandy for tonight’s refreshments.
Gloria Lee made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Norma Hoch. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 pm. Jaynane read the Goose Story, reminding us all of the importance of sharing duties, taking turns, encouraging others and standing by one another. She closed with the Hail Mary.
Respectfully submitted,
Barb Kauffman, Secretary
