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Agate Pass Monthly Meeting
May 18, 2008
Attending: Anna Adams, Judy
Brown, Ed Sheridan, Jim Rana Meadows, Dorothy Rana Meadows, Virginia
Hoyte, Eric Hoyte, Karla Zimmerman, Jan Prichard Cohen, Beverly West,
Kathryn Keve, Diane Carle, Diana Sheridan, Barbara Wolf, Judith Larson,
Paul Larson, Bob Royce, Michael Moore, Rebecca Hudson, Peter Damento,
Patty Damento
Opening: The Meeting was clerked by Ed Sheridan who read the monthly
Query followed by a period of silence and contemplation. All were invited
to participate and discuss and comment on the Query.
What are we doing about the
injustices, which are part of our social and economic life?
How do we help those who suffer from discrimination?
Minutes: The minutes from
the April Monthly Meeting were approved.
Treasurer’s Report:
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Over all we are doing well. We
are spending less than the budget but this does not include the upcoming
rent for Seabold Hall.
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The Friends Center in
Philadelphia is undergoing a renovation and has already received 95% of
its $4 million budget. Contributions are welcome.
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There has been a request from the
Quarterly Meeting for a contribution of $1.00 per active member. This
would be in addition to our yearly dues of $40.00 per member. A
discussion followed. It was approved by Friends to send $35 dollars to
the Quarterly Meeting.
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The Treasurer’s Report for April
was approved.
Announcements:
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Friends Committee on Washington
Public Policy (FCWPP) and Carol Estes have offered to present and
discuss with Friends the state of criminal justice in Washington State.
It was suggested by the Committee for Social Concern that this
presentation and discussion could be offered to the community at large.
We may also invite the Freedom Project. Further details to follow about
time and location for the presentation.
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Friends approved of a $50
donation to help cosponsor George Kunz and his presentation on the work
of Emmanuel Levinas. The presentation will take place on June 3rd
at Seabold Hall.
Nominating Committee:
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Karla Zimmerman will assume
responsibilities for the editing of the Agate Passage Friends Meeting
Directory of Member and Attenders
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The Committee is reviewing the
possibility of staggering the terms for members of Offices and
Committees.
Ministry and Counsel:
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Diana Sheridan’s letter to apply
for membership was read. The Visiting Committee has recommended Diana
for membership. The membership has been approved. Diana’s letter will be
placed in the minutes. The Welcoming Committee will plan a gathering to
celebrate. Further details to follow.
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A series of discussions on Quaker
Testimonies will begin this fall. Friends have agreed that the
discussions and potluck should be held on Wednesdays. Further times
details to follow.
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The Meeting would like to bring
forth a sense of community and fellowship by inviting us to become more
actively involved in the issues surrounding social injustice and
specifically to help relieve the suffering of illegal immigrants in the
state of Washington. Northwest Immigrant Rights offers counseling to
immigrants and could provide some insight their immediate needs. Judy
Brown mentioned the need for “court watchers’ who are present during
court appearance by immigrants as show of silent support. Other members
mentioned the Tacoma Detention Center and the possibility of helping the
detainees. Friends agreed to invite a speaker this summer who is
familiar with the topic and can provide more information.
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The Memorial Minutes for Roberta
and Millie will go to the North Pacific Annual Meeting. They will also
be sent out via e-mail on the Agate Pass Attender list.
The Meeting ended at 12:30
following a brief period of Silence. The next Monthly Meeting will be on
June 15th following Meeting for Worship. There will be no
Monthly Meeting in July.
Patty Damento
Recording Clerk
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