Council Report 2008

Dear Members of St. Peter Lutheran Church,
2008 was an exciting year for our congregation. A few statistics capture just a bit of the excitement – six baptisms (four children, two adults), eleven new members (seven new, four transferring back). A newly formed Education Committee recruited eight Sunday School teachers, brought in an exciting new curriculum, and hired a new nursery coordinator who has done a fabulous job. Many of our young people had the opportunity to experience Christ through another great year of VBS or at one of our Lutheran camps. A group of adults spent a weekend at May at a moving “Cross Training” event held by the Synod. A Fellowship/Outreach Committee was formed and had us doing some fun things throughout the year, including Popsicle Sundays in the summer and a Luau in August. We tried something new in September, and celebrated Rally Day with worship at Stadium Park. Our visitation team continues to go strong, bringing a word of love and the Body of Christ to those who cannot join us on Sundays. All of the projects involved in “Window of Opportunity” have been completed – thanks be to God! And of course, there was our 150th celebration, which included a special float in the Canal Days parade and a lovely catered luncheon held at the church (with a balloon launch in the freezing rain).
In 2009, our goals are to focus more on stewardship and outreach. If the Lord lays something on your heart, please share it with your council. We hope that you are as enthusiastic as we are about all God is doing in this congregation. A “yes” vote on this budget will require your continued and increasing support.
Respectfully submitted, the Church Council of St. Peter Lutheran