Greater Nashua Interfaith Council Minutes

February 2, 2005

The meeting began at 7:30 am at the Hudson Community Church (UCC). Jessica McArdle, pastor open the meeting with prayer.

Faith communities with representatives were: Arlington Street Methodist Church, Main Street Methodist Church, Good Shepherd Episcopal, First Church, Pilgrim Congregational Church, First Baptist Church of Nashua, Nashua Presbyterian, Hudson Community Church, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Church of Christ Scientist, Emmaus Institute, Bahai Faith, and Temple Beth Abraham.

Dr. William Manseau led the discussion on the subject of "What Do Sin and Forgiveness mean in my faith community. Most of the attendees shared, reflecting the diverse views of the group.

The January meeting minutes were placed on the website and were approved

No printed Treasurer’s report was available. Checks were written in the amount of $550. Bill Doll, Treasurer, reported dues statements were mailed and that dues should be paid as soon as possible.

Old Business:

• It was reported that the Youth Council is planning a special program on April 10, at First Baptist Church, Nashua. The topic will be the Golden Rule. More information will be sent to members.
• An Ethnic Diversity program is being held by the City of Nashua on October 2.
• This is a Sunday, and the officers would like NAIC present through a booth that highlights our service to the community.
• The Universalist Unitarian Church will work with Pilgrims Congregational Church in planning the 2005 Crop Walk. The Crop Walk is to be held on October 23, 2005.

New Business: None

The next meeting is at Arlington Street Methodist Church, on March 2. The topic of discussion is: "What does my faith community say about same sex marriage?"

The meeting was adjourned at 9 am with prayer led by Rev. Jessica McArdle.

Minutes prepared by Rev. Tom Woodward