The original date of the February Vestry meeting had to be postponed due to bad weather, hence the Pohick Post has been delayed in order to include the proceedings of the meeting. The meeting began with granting seat and voice to Jud Sage, Cemetery Warden. Based on a recent price increase for the gravediggers, Jud proposed that the current rates, which have been static since 2004, be increased. The price for interment in the memorial garden would remain the same. After further discussion, a motion to support Jud’s proposal was made, seconded and approved.
            Reverend Binder discussed ongoing work with OAI Associates, the firm conducting a feasibility study on the capital campaign. OAI is in the process of interviewing a number of the parishioners to help initiate the future campaign.
            Reverend Binder also briefed that 20 people were enrolled in the Adult Enquirers’ class with 12 to be confirmed or received. Reverend Foughty indicated that 23 were enrolled in the youth confirmation class.
            Reverend Binder discussed the ongoing Lenten program with the theme of Christian Reconciliation. Reverend Foughty indicated that the Lenten program for the youth was divided into two groups of those up to the 6th grade and of 7th graders through high school.
            Reverend Binder indicated there has not been much success with the priest associate search effort.  Two of the top candidates have decided that the time is not right for them to take up a part-time ministry at Pohick.
            Reverend Binder has also interviewed two seminarians for possible service at Pohick. 
            Reverend Binder reviewed this year’s Parochial Report. The report indicates that average Sunday attendance has dropped from approximately 320 to 299.  However, the overall membership increase of 64 has surpassed the total decrease of 47.
            Reverend Donna Foughty briefed that the EYC bake sale and pancake supper went well with a net profit of $700.

• Wayne Biggs, Junior Warden, passed on his thanks to the staff for their help with the new Parish House carpet installation. He indicated that the Historic Pohick Church Foundation (Pohick Inc.) had recommended one of the options for a new handicapped ramp for the Church. The Property Committee is also looking at a fire detection and suppression system. A final estimate for a sound system for the Church building is in progress. Jeff Parker indicated that he would be having a Renovation Committee meeting soon.
  
• Susanne Leon, Service and Fellowship, mentioned that the Lenten suppers were going well and thanks to all that helped with setup and cleanup. Susan Pehrsson indicated that she was pursuing accreditation with a preschool that will involve a building inspection and work with the zoning commission.
  
• John Pasour, Treasurer, provided the treasurer’s report. January plate and pledge was below average. The final numbers for 2007 resulted in an operating surplus of $7,423.09, which was transferred to the Capital Repairs Fund. John also provided feedback on the 213th Annual Diocesan Council that was held on January 25 and 26. Most resolutions and constitution/canonical amendments were adopted except R3, Inclusiveness in Ordained Ministry, and C-2, Number of Lay Delegates to Council from a Church. These two resolutions were referred to special committees.
  
• Dana Hutson, Christian Education, conveyed via email that the Fairfax visit was a success. Twenty students signed up for the Lenten series. She also indicated that several of the youth were interested in renovating or decorating one of the trailers.
• Stew Remaly, Stewardship, reported that the stewardship meeting hosted by Jane and Fuzzy Thurston was a great success. The stewardship committee has adopted a theme for this year: “Giving until it feels good.”