MINUTES
of Endless Mountains Pennsylvanians for Human Life Meeting
(a local chapter of the Pennsylvania Pro-Life Federation)
May 12, 2011
Time: Came to order at 7:35 PM by chairman, J Kershner.
J Kershner offered prayer.
Location: “41 Room,” Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital, Wellsboro.
Attendance: 7
Minutes: Of March 10, 2011 were approved as presented.
Matters of Business:
- Finances
Balance: $935.26.: but still need to pay the invoice for pro-life giveaway materials for at fairs: invoice total is $436.59.
- Endless Mountains Pregnancy Care Center (EMPCC)
Distributed their quarterly newsletter: the group is working toward obtaining an ultrasound machine, workers, & office near Sayre hospital.
- Baby Bottle fund raisers
A number have been given back from Crossroads church, with some still to be returned.
- Harrisburg Office
Handed out “Chapter Focus” newsletters for March and April.
The PPLF sponsored luncheon, held April 14 at Lambs Creek Restaurant, went very well: about 20 were in attendance. M. Ciccocioppo and M. Vitale did a fine job presenting current pro-life concerns and objectives for PPLF and its affiliates, the state and the nation, The Executive Director sent a note thanking our chapter for hosting the Mansfield area event.
- Literature tables at local fairs
At May 7 NCA Yard Sale: had good attendance and positive responses until the rain came in early afternoon. Donations amounted to $10.00.
Upcoming event on May 25 -28 at Coal Festival, Blossburg: Wed. Thurs., and Fri. nights from 6:00 to 9:30/10 PM will be covered by the Kershners, Yocums, & R Lyle. Saturday’s coverage from 10 AM to closing (c. 9 PM) will be covered by the Cavagnaros, Hritzes, J Miller, and the Stranges.
- Other
R Lyle researched and gave recommendations for political candidates for local & state office: the primary election is to be held May 17. He also showed a sample ballot.
Next meeting: Thursday, June 9, 2011, at 7:30 PM.
Adjournment: At 8:22 PM.
Respectfully Submitted,
K Kershner, Secretary