Vestry Report
The meeting started in silence to remember Robert Fleetwood , his service to the Vestry and congregation of St Oswald ’ s , Paula , James and family at this time .
Prayer for the sick and those on the congregational list and this period of reflection concluded with The Lord ’ s Prayer .
There were absences which had an impact on the number of reports presented resulting in only two – from the Treasurer and Secretary . The lack of reports did not , however , result in the meeting finishing any earlier !
Lengthy discussions took place regarding a number of matters on which it was decided the Vestry would benefit from the assistance of more knowledgeable persons within the Diocese .
There was also clarification required regarding communication access when in the building and the phone .
Concerns were raised regarding easy access to contact numbers for other Southside Priests and these were printed in the meeting minutes *.
Children Ministry , “ Cool Burns ” – on 25 March 2017 George and Enez will meet and thank the person who provided the bookmarks for the Sunday school children .
Poem that the children enjoyed was “ Up in the mornings naw for me ”
Apology from Magazine Editor that “ Rabbie Burns ” had an apostrophe between “ n ’ s ”.
Property matters discussed included that a quote would be sought regarding the upgrading or replacement of the old ( black ) entrance door to the church as the wood is rotting away . Everyone was reminded that the book for recording repair matters is on tray in church for all parties to use .
A Holy Huddle was arranged for Sunday 12 March and next meeting Tuesday 4 April 2017 at 7:30pm . The meeting ended with The Grace .
Morag McHaffie
Secretary
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