The Pastoral Council met on January 14, 2010 at 6pm in the conference room of the rectory with Chairperson Sabrina Saladino presiding. Fr. Patrick updated the Council about activity at the parish center over Christmas when there were many bookings. Fr. Patrick heard a lot of very good feedback and many 2010 and even some 2011 Christmas parties have already been booked. The Council then discussed the need for volunteers for the Spaghetti Dinner (Fr. Patrick to call for), Ash Wednesday Mass times (on the website), and Stations of the Cross times (Fridays @ 6pm during lent). Fr. Patrick advised that one of the antennas for the wireless monitors for the hearing impaired at the church needed repair and that he was finalizing the implementation of “e-giving” (a link is now available on the website). The Council found the parish mission was a success and suggested more spiritual activities and having another potluck dinner in late spring. Councilmember Dennis Macha gave an update about his involvement with Catholic Radio 88.5 KEDC and was grateful for the generous pledges. The station is looking to start building in March and go on air within 6-8 weeks. The next Council meeting will be held on February 18, 2010 at 6pm.