In Attendance: Fr. Michael Gurnick; Patrick Cleary-Burns; Judy Slivka; Judy Stowe; John Paul Stephens; Cathy Graham; Jim Bishop; Melissa Smith-Morales; Linda Wilson; Steph Riccobene; Claudia Cabrera Absent: Heather Gernheim Guests: Deacon Leo Bistak; Jeanette Shemo; Charlene McElwee; Stephanie Pritts
Opening Prayer: Claudia Cabrera
Reflection: Review of Annual Meeting—feedback & questions: There were many comments: well-organized; streamlines; concise; loved video to Fr. Jim; people seemed engaged; not enough appreciation for Sharon L-C for Malachi Run; the in-person reports not specific enough; liked hybrid—good way to connect; good model for next year; suggest welcoming cards to new people; special thanks to: Jeanette Shemo; Gary Pritts; Kevin Burke; Carrie Sekerak
Questions submitted on cards: answers will be posted ASAP
Participation: 60 were present in church with 72 viewings on You Tube
Approval of the Minutes: The minutes from 4/6/21 were approved as written
Discussion:
Communications: Pat spoke with Mike Hayes (Young Adult Ministry) about recruiting help for website. Cathy suggested reiterating announcements at end of Masses—will be reviewed by Liturgy Commission. Council Elections: 94 parishioners have voted so far. Special thanks for help from Chris Dusek, Nancy Bistak & Cathy Graham
Getting financial info to parishioners: Per Fr. Gurnick–appropriate sharing of financial info will be resume post-COVID; the Finance Council will be figuring out how to address the many existing & upcoming challenges
Administrator’s Report : Fr. Gurnick recently met with Kerry McCormack, Ward 3 Councilman, to discuss the current activities/challenges in the area and their impact on St. Malachi’s Bridgeworks Project: In addition to Outreach Programs, concerns about parking & related traffic issues (street changes; direction issues; traffic signals) particularly for weekend Masses and funerals. Developing collaboration/coalitions with local businesses (BoxCast) for parking may be possible. Ministry Meetings are almost complete. Board Member: Fr. Gurnick has been asked to join the Boards of Malachi Center & Malachi House. Fr. Neil Walters: As of July 1, 2021, he will become pastor of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini/St. Vincent de Paul parishes in Lorain, OH. Plans for his send-off are pending. Rectory: Eventual plans for repairs to this “historic building in a landmark district” are being considered. AA/NA Meetings: Jeanette is finalizing a list of protocols and start dates. Partnership with local school: Recent visit to Metro Catholic; next are St. Stephen & St. Boniface. Council & Staff relationship: Efforts continue toward making a real connection through collaboration & integration.
Summary of Meeting: Patrick Cleary-Burns Closing Prayer: Deacon Leo Bistak Next Meeting: June 1, 2021 at 6:30p via Zoom
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Stowe, Secretary
