VESTRY NOTES
There was a full attendance of Vestry members at the meeting held on
Tuesday 2 October 2018.
The previous month’s minutes had been circulated in advance and were
approved by the meeting.
Report from the Rector:
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Rev Lesley-ann confirmed that her last service would be Christmas
and not Easter 2019 as previously thought.
She has experienced personal attacks during 2018 around the
church building and rectory and recently her car had been targeted.
These events have been reported to the appropriate agencies. The
Diocese has approved installation of security systems in addition to
the perimeter lighting.
Harvest Sunday in place of a sermon there would be a presentation
from Andrew McHaffie about his work with the RNLI.
There would be a retiral collection and there would not be a lunch.
Remembrance Service: 10 am Sunday 11 November 2018, at
Cross in the garden
Advent Services –
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Reflection on Monday evenings in December; Lectionary moves to
Year C.
All Saints and All Souls – 4 November, collect names and use the
prayer tree.
Sunday 23 December 2018 – Rev Lesley-ann and Ashley’s last
service in Kings Park
NO - Christmas Eve service
Christmas Day Tuesday 25 December 2018 at 10 am
The Treasurer circulated the balance sheets and explained the figures and
expenses relating to the Rectory or the Church building.
To permit the AGM to take place as promptly as possible all financial matters
are in the hands of the accountants.
The Secretary brought those present up to date with all correspondence
processed since the last meeting including updating the SEC Red Book;
contact with the Bishop regarding resignation letter from the Priest in
Charge;
Resignation letters had been received from two members of the Vestry to
take effect from the forthcoming AGM.
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