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Proceedings 2007
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Community News -
Dr. R. Parker requests our help in establishing an
annual event honoring Margaret Parker
The Disney Hall Concert, "A Salute to Peace" is Nov.
18th - carpooling?
Patricia T, Diane M, and Pat W will head up our Christmas
"Fair Trade Focus"
Check with St. Thomas group on usage of blankets and
other stuff from Honda
Selection of this year's book for discussion -
Committee forming including Patricia and Susan
Peace and Justice Community Meeting Attendees: Susan Tucker, Edwin Kampmann, Laura Geisel, Laurie Dodson, Patricia Terry, Diane Margrave,
Gene Hassan, Katherine Crockett, Jane Affonso, and Cheryl Proval. The meeting began at 11:40AM. Patricia led the opening prayer. The Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) Forum - July 29th Patricia gave a report on the recent MDG forum. She thanked everyone for their help and support in putting on the event.
Participation by the attendees was excellent and was one of the highlights of the forum. The number of attendees was
estimated to be between 25-30 people, which was good for a low attendance Sunday. We discussed the possibility of having a future event to discuss support for possible MDG projectsin the future which would
include support for existing projects such as Belize, St. Thomas, and the Helen and Bruce's project in Kenya. Several people are also interested in exploring support for micro-business loans to people in Africa. Patricia also reported
on a medical project in Africa that Margy knows about. It is run by an American physician who is gives sanctuary to those
in need of her care at great person risk. Patricia agreed to help to coordinate the MDGs on behalf of the Peace and Justice Community. Summer Breakfast - August 19th Laurie gave a report on the upcoming breakfast. She said that based upon recent attendance we can expect about 60 people
for the breakfast. She is satisfied with the number of people who have agreed to bring fruit and casseroles. Laurie will also
bring a ham. Patricia offered to bring two quiches. There is sufficient milk and cereal for the children already on stock
in the kitchen. Because of another event going on at the church, the tables and chairs will already be set up for us on Saturday. Laurie has requested that volunteers meet her at the church at 4PM on Saturday to set the tables. If you are bringing a dish that must be heated up, please bring it to the church by 7AM on Sunday. If you have already
pre-heated your dish, please plan to arrive around 7:30AM. Everything must be cleaned up and cleared by 12PM on Sunday because another group needs the parish hall for the afternoon.
Therefore, we will need to begin the clean-up while the breakfast is underway. A cash box is also needed to collect the donations
for the breakfast. Susan asked the group to consider donating the proceeds of the breakfast donations to "Camp Coast Care" and "Mission on
the Bay", two organizations that provide food and shelter to the volunteers who are working to repair and build homes for
individuals affected be Katrina. Next Sunday, Ricardo will be speaking to the congregation about the need for volunteers for the upcoming building trip
for St. Thomas next week, which will include the need for prayer partners. Therefore, a breakfast that focuses on Katrina
related mission work would be timely. A motion to make this the theme of the Peace and Justice Community Breakfast
was made and seconded. The motion carried. Susan will make a display board explaining the purpose of the breakfast donations and will also include pictures of her
recent visit to St. Thomas parish. The miniature peace polls that Gene made will be used as centerpieces on the
tables. Susan agreed to contact Patricia to discuss ways to weave one or more of the MDGs into the theme for the breakfast.
Something about the MDGs will also be on each table. Edwin gave us handouts on various topics including the Nonviolent Peaceforce,Ratatouille, an article entitled "Barking
Mad", and an upcoming film event. Laura led the closing prayer. The meeting concluded at 12:30PM. July 8, 2007 Peace and Justice Community meeting Attendees: Dan Wilson, Hal Hurst, Laura Geisel, guest France Spedding (Laura’s mom), Gene
Hasson, Chris Angelo, Patricia Terry, Laurie Dodson, Mary Margaret Hurst, Bitsy Lutton, Patsy Brierley, Jane Affonso. July Forum on the Millennium Development Goals: Patricia discussed the plans so far. There will
be a Power Point presentation along with scripture to generate interest/discussion on the MDG’s. Ministry leaders from
St. Cross have been invited to present how they ministry supports the goals. Patricia and Chris discussed inviting the youth
to participate by reading portions of the presentation. They will coordinate that effort with Chris seeking youth volunteers
and Patricia seeking an equal number of adults. Forum Location: It was decided that the Chapel is probably a better location for the forum. Laura
will submit the information to the Daily Breeze, the Easy Reader and the Beach Reporter to invite the public to attend. Bulletin Board: Jane, Pat W. and Margy have created a new bulletin board display and 2 smaller
posters to publicize the event. Fr. Paul has said he will incorporate the topic in a sermon on one of the next 2 Sundays,
and we are allowed one announcement. Dan will talk to Fr. Paul about the timing. Jane and Margy created a flyer, which will
be given to Patricia for possible additional information, and distributed at the Sunday services. Dan will man the table at
the forum where a few items will be sold. Poverty in Africa: Jana Self left a few copies of an article on poverty in Africa for the members
of our community. Dan suggested that she be asked to talk about it at the forum. Summer Breakfast Aug. 19: Laurie Dodson has volunteered to chair this event. Hal and Laura will
give her information regarding menus/quantities, etc. from the previous 2 years. Peace Pole: Discussion surrounded the gathering around the Peace Pole on Sundays following the
10 AM service. Patsy suggested it should be a lay-led event. Patricia will lead the prayers starting next Sunday. Laura will
ask that a notice be put in the Sunday bulletin that this will be an on-going weekly event. It was also discussed that we
should have a gathering during the week and publicize it via the newspapers. No decision made. Universal Health Care: Jane passed out flyers/postcards from www.onecarenow.org, with information on the 2 pieces of current legislation before the legislature as well as the governor’s plan. There
is a forum at Torrance Memorial on Thursday. Discussion followed regarding having a forum at St. Cross on this topic to present
the options being considered. Chris will work with Jane and Margy. Movies: Edwin handed out flyers about current movies. He highly recommended Gypsy Caravan and Ratatouille.
The meeting ended with prayer at 12:30. Laura Geisel June 24, 2007 Place: St. Cross Guild Room Opening Prayer: Mary Munford In attendance: Jane Affonso, Wanda Arcos, Jackie Booth, Laurie Dodson, Gene Hasson,
Margy Harrell, Hal Hurst, Edwin Kampmann, Jean Mannings, Diane Margrave, Ed Margrave, Ashley Rennageh, Patricia
Terry, Susan Tucker, Dan Wilson Corazon: Hal H. and Peter Coote reported on the Corazon build that took place on June 16th
south of Tecote in rural Mexico. Forty people from St. Cross and from St. Augustine in Santa Monica gathered
in hot weather to build a home for a needy Mexican family. The general feeling was that it was an inspiring experience
to be of service to others, and a thank you was extended to our St. Cross family who supported the workers with prayers, gifts
for the family and financial support for the project. Suggestions: Consider a different time for future builds when the weather would be cooler. St. Thomas Barbeque: A thank you was given to Susan Tucker who coordinated Peace and Justice’s
role in the fund raising and participation in the St. Cross barbeque honoring Bishop Gray from the Diocese of Mississippi The
Reznicheks provided their home for the warm welcome, and All in attendance had a good time. Peace and Justice was able to give $2,500 to the Bishop to help in the rebuilding
process in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. In addition, $100 was raised in last minute bead and candy sales. The
vestry and the parish collection also added to the total contribution. Labyrinth: The walk of the labyrinth was successfully conducted on June 21st. Laura
G., in particular, was instrumental in helping with this endeavor. Although this was a particularly busy time with graduation,
Father’s Day. Corazon and the Bishop of Mississippi’s visit all occurring near the same time, there is significance
to having the labyrinth on the solstice. California Council of Churches Communiqués from the Calif. Council of Churches recommended
seeing Michael Moore’s film “Sicko” with its emphasis on healthcare. They also expressed concern for
funding the School of the Americas that is teaching students techniques in torturing, and the council was also concerned that
U.S. foreign food distributions were, in fact, harming indigenous farmers and their means of livelihood. Congregational Forum: The next forum is scheduled for the fifth Sunday in July and will be
presented by Patricia Terry. The topic will be the millennium development and its effort to change the world. Jane
A., Dan W., Diane M. and Hal H. volunteered to help with publicity and other details and Jane suggested that we sell bracelets
to help bring awareness to this important issue.. Jane is the co-leader of the Social Concerns Council of the Southern Calif. Interfaith
Council and she gives added insight to our group. Margy H. will work with the clergy and find an appropriate location
for the forum. Summer Breakfast: The Peace and Justice Committee will host the August l9th breakfast. Jean
M., Laurie D., Diane and Ed M. Gene H. and Wanda R. volunteered to plan and prepare the menu and Dan W., Patricia T. and Margy
H. agreed to help serve at the breakfast. Priorities: At future meetings we will be focusing on priorities for the coming year, perhaps
meeting in small groups to consider choices. The possibilities include the plight of Iraqi refugees, the torture at Abu
Ghrab, and the “Focus on Poverty” in “Vote ‘08”. We hope to encourage youth involvement
as well. Opportunities: A recommendation was made to return to the peace pole at the front of the church
for prayers following Sunday services. The corner of Pier Avenue and Pacific Coast Highway would be a good place to walk with placards demonstrating a desire
for peace. The Torrance Library is currently presenting a program on Closing Prayer: Patricia Terry Respectfully submitted: Laurie Dodson
Peace and Justice Community of Saint Cross Attendance: Laura Geisel, Chris Angelo, Edwin Kampmann,
Tom Malone, Diane Margrave, Dan Wilson, Mary Malone, Charlie Gessler, Diane Ballard-Wadhams, Patsy Brierley, Gene Hassan,
Wanda Arcos, Susan Tucker, Littie Holt, Cheryl Proval, Mary Margaret Hurst, Libby Holt, Margy Harrell Susan Tucker opened the meeting with a meditation and prayer. Fair Trade Chocolate Book Discussion – "A Generous Orthodoxy" Week 1 (Apr 24) will cover the two forewards, Introduction and chapters 0
and 1 (yes 0) *Note: I don’t recall which Diane volunteered as Diane Wadhams (new)
joined us, and Diane Margrave was also there.-Laura) Earth Day – Margy explained how we incorporated our fifth Sunday Forum into our Earth
Day program – CROP walk is April 29 which takes precedence over the forum. The plans for Earth Day include: Committees: CROP Walk Corazon Build In a post-meeting conversation among about 10 members, the reusable grocery
bags and art work for Earth Day were discussed. It was decided that the words ‘Stewards of the earth’ should appear
below the artwork and leave off the ‘we’re all in the same boat’. Respectfully submitted, Laura Geisel Supplemental material: Regarding the discussion of Corazon: Richard Lawrence The total we need to raise is 3,400 (unless we're going to go forward with
the bathroom which is an additional 500 - 250 each). Here's the feedback I've gotten on possible dates for Corazon: we used to
do our project at the end of September and I started getting complaints that it was too close to back to school, so we tried
for a different date. July and August wasn't good because it would be too hot. April isn't good because of tax time. May and
June are a problem as well because school is letting out and there are final exams and graduation to cope with. There just
isn't a good time to do it, so we pick a date and get whomever we can to go. Richard
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