This is an abbreviated version of the minutes since the recorder experienced a mechanical failure half way through the meeting. The meeting opened with the usual prayer and the chairman call to order all present except for Mr. David Meyer. Mr Rizzo was present by phone which he diligently called in to participate. Father Viet , Colleen Ward , Robert and Gina Pacheco, George Giganti were also present. The discussion began about the participation of the youth of the parish taking a more active part in the parish activities. Mrs. Pacheco gave a good run down on what she experienced with the Spanish children and how they were active in participating in church activities.
Fr. Viet welcomed any new input in getting the youth involved in parish activities. This led to more discussion by the Social Committee on how this could be applied to the upcoming Corpus Christi Feast Day celebration. The same participation principles should be applied.
Then chairman Hamilton presented his proposed letter to the Bishop concerning some enhancement of a few ideas for contributions to our Hispanic Community within our parish and what a few suggested ideas of assistance in Spanish personnel could help us. The whole idea wasn't totally accepted. Mr. Pacheco then told us what he felt was needed to complete his total CCD year.
Discussion turned to responsibilities for the upcoming Corpus Christi Holiday. Certain responsibilities were assigned and were assumed and all were accepted. It was stated that all functions were going to have to submit some sort of budget costs were anticipated to give the Treasurer an idea of what it would cost or of what profit, if any, would be made. Colleen described what sort of protocol will be observed while the Bishop is here and Father Viet will escort him around the grounds.
George Giganti reviewed some of the budget items for us and requested that if things are planned he would like estimates of costs early enough to place on the budget for the quarter. Mr. Pacheco suggested we use our cell phones to charge things on PAY PAL or other Credit card* and said his Spanish friends all have cell phones and usually do that for making charges but the idea was set aside for now. He was looking for funds to buy religious books for the children in his religion classes. Father Viet promised him he would provide those funds.