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April 02, 2006

A Word From Heard

God is good!

I am privileged to be working with two great commissions and there are
many—but my responsibilities particularly parallel these two: Pastoral Care and Family

Ministries.

Each commission functions as a kind of legislative body. They vote—usually by
consensus—on policy issues affecting their realm of responsibility. They also write

guidelines, supervise, recommend, and mentor. They ask a lot of questions and they give

their opinions. These two commissions are innovative and they must often think outside

the box…we have brainstormed and anything can be on the table. They must be discreet

and they must respect confidentiality.

Pastoral Care is divided into two subcommittees with Rani Fisher chairing Subcom A and
Lamar Van Gunten chairing Subcom B. Lamar’s committee is considering many topics

such as hospital visits, pre-funeral planning, post-hospital visits, etc. Rani is chairing the

subcommittee that includes the parish nurse program. They will write a plan and review

past history and Trinity interest in this area. They will propose a job evaluation and

position description and address the legal and insurance issues. Finally, the proposal will

be presented to the vestry for consideration and/approval.

Family Ministries is considering the education program for next year. They are
reviewing issues surrounding the 9:10 service and what can be done to enhance that

worship experience. Soon bulletin boards, brochures and other visuals will explain what

is available for families and what is contemplated for Holy Trinity. Many exciting ideas

are in the wings and will be discussed and some announced during the coming weeks.

We really need help in cleaning and organizing the various Family Ministries’ closets. If

several people would be willing and able to help, “Grandma” Virginia Debs would be

available for childcare. Please e-mail me at heardtrinitymenlopark@yahoo.com or call

me at (650) 321-8320, Ex 17 and I will make the arrangements.

Soon, we will be announcing a grandparents, aunts, uncles, Godparents program for
young families and children at Trinity.

Holy Trinity is a going and growing concern. We are on the move and exciting days,
weeks, and announcements are ahead of us. Stay tuned…as we address family issues in

the 21st century.

Fr. Fred Heard