Welcomed new members: Joong Mo & Hwayoung Ahn, Kelsey & Scott Kuntz, Dennis & Kelly Renaud, and Rachael Shocket & Kane Haga.
Received the Treasurer’s report for the month of February.
The Session discussed the Capital Procurement Requisition submitted at the February meeting which proposes installing two monitors in the Lounge for viewing and participating in the 10:30 worship service. This CPR will be voted upon at the April meeting, allowing more time for committee discussion, and to encourage people to visit and worship in the area on Sunday morning.
Approved the installation of new cabinets and sink in Derry Discovery Days’ Ladybug classroom and the installation of a playhouse in the playground area. Both projects will be paid for by Derry Discovery Days.
The Building & Grounds Committee requested approval to purchase new security software at a cost of $7,000 to be taken from the Capital Facilities fund. The request was approved.
Pastor Stephen submitted a sabbatical proposal for early spring of 2027. During the sabbatical, he plans to focus on the political and theological aspects that led to the rise of Wiemar Republic and Nazism in Germany and what role, if any, the church should play in politics. He plans to study theologians and Christian leaders such as Bonhoeffer, Barth, and Niemoller. The proposal was approved.
The Christian Education and Mission & Peace committees recommended that the Session approve a proposed Civil Rights tour for March 7-14, 2026 exploring the roots of the Civil Rights Movement and learning about those who fought for civil rights in the 1950s and ’60s. The tour will partner with Dr. Todd Allen of Messiah University who has been leading these tours for over 25 years. The proposal was approved.
Approved Craig Kegerise to assist Summer Hakkinen with counting and depositing church offerings.
The Building & Grounds Committee submitted a proposal for Sanctuary choir loft renovations to address safety and acoustical concerns. More information on the proposal will be presented at a congregational information session to be held after the 10:30 am April 13 (Palm Sunday) worship service in the Sanctuary.