Council Report May 31, 2008
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Council Report - 5/31/08 (20.0 KiB, 543 hits)
Action: The Presbytery establish a program providing for up to $500.00 Grants for congregations to do special projects that would make their church better known within their communities. Grants would be made available for a wide range of projects and activities, but could not be used for church maintenance or other items normally covered in a church budget. The total funds available for these grants would be $10,000 coming from the Thomson Designated Fund.
Rational: The Small Church Task Force recommended the establishment of this Grant program to encourage any congregation in our Presbytery to seek new projects within their communities as a way to encourage church re-vitalization. Taking on new local mission not only serves to bring renewal to the congregation, but can also increase their visibility and make a positive contribution to the future growth of the congregation.