Parish Council
Meeting Minutes
February 15, 2006
Meeting called to order at 7:40 p.m.
In Attendance:
Msgr. Scheyd, Deacon John Tugman, C. Ayoub, S. Lione, T. Donelan, T.
Marino, K. Redman, B. Flynn, C. Pinard, L. Paglialunga, M. Barnard, D.
Dagesse, E. Todd, C. Hussey, D. Howard, L. Watson.
Msgr. Scheyd opened with a prayer.
Minutes of January 11, 2006 meeting were approved and accepted. Msgr. Scheyd noted that Leo Karl called and withdrew his objections concerning the parking from last meeting.
Business Manager: Deacon John reported that the first car has been given notice and will be towed tomorrow if it is there again. The website redo is underway and expected to be up in March. Parish Council Members were asked to post bios and invited to submit a casual photo. Karen Iaco is leading a project to publish a Lenten reflections book.
Reports:
CCD:
Carol
Pinard reported that 25 students came last Sunday for the 7th grade
liturgy despite the snow. Carol is taking each CCD class on a tour of
the Church.
Youth Ministry:
Denise Dagesse reported that the 9 th Grade ‘Lock In’ would be on March
24-25. The teens have been volunteering to serve at the New Covenant
House. The work camp is doing well. The Super Bowl of Caring raised
$2,000. There will be another Midnight Run in April. There is a Middle
School event planned. The Living Stations of the Cross have been moved
to April 7 th.
Music Ministry:
Thom Marino reported that there would be a Taize Service on March 19 th
at 7:00 PM. The Children’s Choir is doing well. The Adult Choir will
sing at he White Mass on March 26 th and is presently gearing up for
Easter.
Emmaus:
Chris Ayoub reported that the Emmaus team has 109 members and 9
Candidates have already signed up for the March 10, 11 & 12
weekend.
St. Aloysius School:
Dr. Howard reported that the school is no longer part of the regional
schools, it now stands alone with it’s own Board. There is an active
marketing campaign and Kindergarten is already oversubscribed and there
are many inquiries for the Upper School. The school currently has 184
students and they are looking to go to 190. There is an increase in the
tuition of $300 to $4870 for parishioners and $1000 more for
non-parishioners. Dr. Abbey, Superintendent of the New Canaan Public
Schools, has been very supportive and cooperative.
Our Lady’s Guild:
The February lunch had a record 96 attendees. Diane Marie Traflet was
the speaker. A pilgrimage to Poland led by Fr. Les is planned for June
4 th – 14 th.
Knights of Columbus:
Ernie Todd reported that about 46 men attended the event at the
Silvermine Tavern and about 12 prospective new members resulted. They
are planning another evening on March 16 th.
Unfinished Business: There was no unfinished business.
New Business: There was no new business.
Input and Comments: There was a request about getting the notice of the Knights of Columbus regular meetings on the 1 st Monday in the bulletin. Karen Iaco should be contacted for all bulletin announcements. Her email is office@starcc.com
Pastor’s Report:
Msgr. Scheyd reported that the Women’s League would be invited to have
representation on the Parish Council. The Friends of St. Aloysius will
hold the Dinner Dance fundraiser on March 19 th. Leo Karl will be the
honoree. There will be both a live and silent auction. Msgr. Scheyd
thanked Dr. Howard for his service and for agreeing to serve for
another year. There is a rumor that the school was not encouraging
siblings to attend. Siblings receive priority providing that the school
has the resources to educate them. The land swap has been completed.
The new parking area near Cherry St. will have another 1 1/2 inches of
black top, will be re-lined, fenced and landscaped. Lighting will also
be provided. There will be new sidewalks and curbing on Cherry St. The
6 condominium units to be built on Park St. will have a 1400 sq. ft.
footprint and will have 3 floors. The deed will state that they may not
oppose and church activities. The Annual Bishop’s Appeal is underway
and we are anticipating the usual generous participation. There will be
a Listening Session for the Diocese concerning the Catholic Center. Our
capital campaign is underway. The Council members watched the video
presentation and were given copies of the brochure. Msgr. Scheyd noted
that if 300 people gave $10,000 a year for three years, we would raise
$6 million. We are now in the Pacesetters phase of the campaign. In
March the campaign would be parish wide. Diane Castrovinci is serving
as the Campaign Secretary. The Campaign Chairs are Chris Hussey, Lori
Watson and Nick Yanicelli. Kathy & Bill Redman are the Spiritual
Chairs, Katie & O’Neill are Hospitality Chairs, Michele Ayoub is in
charge of Creative Giving and John & Melissa Engle are handling
Communications. So far, there are 19 Pledges in hand for a total of
$470,000 and 7 promised pledges totaling $235,000. They are hoping for
100% participation from the parish even at a small amount.
Deacon John led a prayer to close the meeting at 9:15 PM.
The next meeting will be held on March 15th at 7:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Sue Lione, Secretary
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CT 06840
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