• TCo suggested that priority shouldbe given to the members on the outreach activities of the community. 
• MGiron reported that there was an UGNAYAN at San Jose del Monte wherein 21 couples attended.
• It was pointed out that ORA should coordinate with classes who finished their 10th deepening so that said class may sponsor/conduct outreach activities. 
• It was agreed that the MLA’s CC for deepening should monitor the last deepening of each MEW class and advise ORA about it.

B. MUSIC MINISTRY 

1. Music Ministry advised the Board that:

• the drums and amplifiers need rehabilitation
• there is a need to buy a new organ
• they also need a back-up amplifier and microphones
• they will sing at the Sunday TV Mass for the month of March since it will be the anniversary of the community.
• the following is the schedule of Music Teams for 2008 MEWs:

January 2008 - Lino Violy Reyes / Mon Malou Sebastian
February 2008 - Demet Rose Araniego / Jojie Fe Guballa
April 2008 - Jun Mylene Pineda / Jun Cynthia Guiang
May 2008 - Tony Beng Pizarro / Mon Malou Sebastian
July 2008 - Tony Beng Pizarro / Mon Malou Sebastian
August 2008 - Lino Violy Reyes / Mon Malou Sebastian
October 2008 - Jun Mylene Pineda / Jun Cynthia Guiang
Nov. 2008 - Demet Rose Araniego / Jojie Fe Guballa

2. The Board requested the Music Ministry to submit the following:

• Inventory of existing instruments and equipments and their status.
• Instruments and equipments that need to be bought (wish list) in order of priority
• SAsia requested for a copy of joyful songs which he would add to the powerpoint file he was preparing

C. WORSHIP MINISTRY

• The Intercessory Group reported that the twice a month meeting is not enough.  The Board approved their request to hold weekly meetings.  The Board requested the group to submit their program/module for the weekly meeting so that Fr. Domie could review the same.
  
• It was agreed that only experienced members of the Intercessory Group or the community should read the prayer petitions because of the preparations needed (shielding, cleansing, and other preparations for intercession and spiritual warfare).

A. F L A -

DSMayor further reported the following:

• Family Team Workshop did not push through as scheduled last Feb. 9-10.  They have observed in the past, and strongly recommend, that the ‘one-on-one’ method of training is more effective. PCSumera helps in the training of Team Families.  

• Change of schedule:

                        FEW                  :            May 23-25  (Venue:  OMI)
                        SADEW            :            May 2, 3 & 4

B. M L A -

            RVenezuela reported the following:

1. Shepherding Seminar – April 12-13, 2008.  The prospective candidates are:

• Bong Nene Gonzales
• Edwin Richie Rebolido
• Jojo Chris Roxas
• Boyet Jenny Lumabao
• Romy Gemma Alonzo
• Don Liza Salisi
• Geoff Michelle Malaguit
• Ronnie Letty Losanta
• Rico Landa Bayobo
• Rene Jo Ignacio
• Leo Malou Collanto
• Leo Naty Bastion
• RJ  Aileen Mendoza
• Boy Grace Pada
• Phey Lovely Ortega
• Dennis Malou Tinga

            2. Concerns :

2.1. Late submission of MEW Financial Reports – Class 248 and 249. RVenezuela promised to submit these reports as soon as possible.

2.2. Few ‘haranistas’ during MEW (despite free transportation provided by MLA). It was suggested that we try nearby retreat houses for easy and cheaper transportation expense.  This will be done next year.

2.3. Pick up of materials/equipment in ELCO – this shall be coordinated with AFernandez/RBCruz.

2.4. Increase in stipend of Team Priest – The Board approved the increase from P5K to P6K of the Team Priest’s stipend effective April 2008.  Likewise, there will be an increase in candidates’ fee from P3,300 to P3,500 per couple due to increase of SVD Retreat House accommodation effective April 2008.
           

C. TEMPORALITIES -

RCatacutan  suggested that, based from feedbacks she received from members of Mater Dei, the 10 consolation prizes be ten sacks  of rice instead.  The Board considered the suggestion but agreed that it might be inconvenient for the winner to transport a sack of rice. The Board approved the giving of P1,000 each for the ten consolation prizes.

I. TREASURER’S REPORT:

The Board took note of the Treasurer’s Report as of 27 February 2008, as submitted by PVContreras:

Cash in Bank (Savings/Current Account)          P  145,248.08
Time Deposit                                                            500,000.00
                                                                            P  645,248.08

           
II. COMMITTEE REPORTS:

1. KEEP THE FIRES BURNING – NBPascual submitted a report of members’ attendance in our PG for the whole month of January.  This will continue for February and March and the committee shall evaluate/ analyze where we can further improve our PG and increase number of attendees. 

III. NEW BUSINESS:

1.       WORKERS’ ASSEMBLY, March 2, 8AM – 12 Noon, NAPOCOR

MODERATOR : LORENZ WENG TABILOG

FOOD ASSIGNMENTS : Board of Trustees  -  Pancit, pan de sal
Apostolates & Ministries - Coffee, softdrinks, ice, spoon, fork, cups, plates, napkin

VENUE SET-UP : Traditional & Special Events  c/o Albert Liza Flores

SOUND SYSTEM SET UP : Music Ministry

2.       Worship Letter (Healing & Intercessory) – Notice of Board Action shall be given to MLA re submission of program/module/speakers of ‘Equipping the Saints’ Seminar. A special meeting with MLA is set on March 4, Tuesday, 8PM, ELCO.

3.        SGA Letter -  The Board approved SGA’s request to invite three (3) outside speakers for MELSS & MEMSS, and additional budget of P2,100 per seminar. SGA shall coordinate and remind the outside speakers that their talks must be in accordance with the M.E. Talks and, couple-speakers are preferred.  The Board also approved love offerings on Saturdays and Sundays of every seminar conducted to defray additional expenses.  NBA shall be given to SGA. 
         
IV. OTHER MATTERS:

• Golf Tournament/TV Mass Committees – The Board agreed to invite these Committees for a special meeting on March 4, Tuesday, 8PM, ELCO.
• MDMEC Chapters & Affiliates -  The Board agreed to create a committee to clarify matters regarding status of chapters and affiliates. This committee will be chaired by OTMercado with TMCo,  SLAsia, LWTabilog, & PVContreras, as members.