Every member of the group should go home with at least one assignment. A church committee or council is a working group or “ministry team.” No one should expect to just come to the meetings and give their opinion. Benediction and Refreshments—As the leader you can have the closing prayer, asking for the Lord’s blessing on the plans, decisions and assignments that have been made. It is a good idea to stand for the benediction, because this gives everyone a clear signal that the meeting is over and