Minutes of AGM of GSS – Chapter of St Birinus held on 16th March 2005 at St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Oxford
Present: Bros. Jim Curtis, Bruce Armour, Ken Belcher, Denis Dean, Trevor Langrish & Ben Heffer (Chair), Srs. Angela Dean & Barbara Belcher
1. Opening Prayer – the meeting was opened with prayer led by Bro Ben Heffer.
2. Apologies for Absence – apologies were received from Sr Susan Greenaway, Bros. Matthew Bemand & Daniel Smith, Fr Dennis Mason and Cllr Clive Tilling.
3. Minutes of the AGM 2004 – the minutes of the meeting held on 17th March 2004 were read and approved.
4. Matters Arising – Bro Ben reported that due to a computer crash the minutes had been lost but he had compiled them from memory.
5. Secretary’s Report – Bro Ben Heffer presented the Secretary’s Report. Bro Jim Curtis proposed a vote of thanks to Bro Ben for his work as secretary, seconded by Bro Trevor Langrish.
6. Treasurer’s Report – Bro Trevor presented the treasurer’s report and audited accounts, which were approved and accepted. The chair proposed a vote of thanks to Bro Trevor for his work as treasurer.
7. Election of Chapter Officers – There being no other nominations, Bro Jim Curtis proposed that Bros Ben Heffer and Trevor Langrish should be re-elected as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Seconded by Sr Angela Dean.
8. Chapter Programme 2005 – it was agreed that the chapter should meet in May, July, September, November, January & March. Venues suggested include Kidlington, Hampton Poyle, St Mary Mags, St Barnabas and Bartlemas Chapel. Bros Trevor and Ben would meet to arrange a programme.
9. Any Other Business – It was noted that both Fr Dennis and Mrs Mason have been suffering with poor health over the past year. The meeting sent best wishes to them both. It was agreed that the chapter should not make unnecessary calls on Fr Dennis’ time. Revd Jason Nicolle has indicated his willingness to help on occasions.
10. Closing Prayer – the meeting was closed with prayer by Bro Ben Heffer.
Secretary's Report 2004/5
The chapter roll stands at 39, comprising 23 members, 3 priest associates, 13 life members.
We have been pleased to welcome to the roll Daniel Smith and Matthew Bemand who are ordinands studying at St Stephen’s House and benefiting from a COF grant; and Bro Dick Peters, from Wantage who joins us from another chapter. During the year we have noted with sadness the passing of Bro Ernald Prytherch, a past member of the chapter. Our best wishes to Fr George Coppen who is retiring to Scotland in April.
Of the 39 members of the roll, I note that that 20 have attended meetings during the year and 14 of those have attended regularly. We are also blessed with five non-members who regularly support us. It should be noted that most of our non-attending members are elderly and I know they support us with their prayers and like to be kept in touch with chapter events. There are 49 on the mailing list to whom I send the Chapter Newsletter including the other secretaries in Group 9.
I am pleased to report that Bro Clive Tilling has been re-elected as Group Councillor for Provincial Group 9. Congratulations to him; we very appreciate his help and support.
Since our last AGM, the Chapter has met 5 times.
In May for Guild Office and Benediction at SS Mary & John’s Church, Cowley; our thanks to Fr Adam Romanus for officiating and preaching.
In July we met at St Mary’s Church, Kidlington on the Eve of St Mary Magdalen’s day. Fr Dennis officiated and Fr Anthony Ellis gave the address.
In September we celebrated our Patronal Festival at St John’s Church Kidlington with Mass, Guild Office, Procession & Benediction. Our chaplain, Fr Dennis officiated assisted by Revd Deacon Jason Nicolle. We were joined on this occasion by members and friends from other chapters in Group 9.
In November we remembered the departed members of the chapter with a celebration of Guild Office and Benediction at St Andrew’s Church, Headington, when Fr Michael Brewin officiated and preached.
In January, we met at St Stephen’s House, when Dr Jeremy Sheehy officiated and preached. We were joined on this occasion by a very able altar party of ordinands from the house.
I am grateful to all the parish clergy who have opened their doors to us this last year and particularly to Fr Peter for welcoming us here tonight.
My thanks especially to Fr Dennis our Chaplain, Professor David Murray who has played the organ for us at a number of our meetings, Revd Deacon Jason St John Nicolle for his help and support and to Bro Trevor Langrish for his work as treasurer.
We have been pleased to welcome to the roll Daniel Smith and Matthew Bemand who are ordinands studying at St Stephen’s House and benefiting from a COF grant; and Bro Dick Peters, from Wantage who joins us from another chapter. During the year we have noted with sadness the passing of Bro Ernald Prytherch, a past member of the chapter. Our best wishes to Fr George Coppen who is retiring to Scotland in April.
Of the 39 members of the roll, I note that that 20 have attended meetings during the year and 14 of those have attended regularly. We are also blessed with five non-members who regularly support us. It should be noted that most of our non-attending members are elderly and I know they support us with their prayers and like to be kept in touch with chapter events. There are 49 on the mailing list to whom I send the Chapter Newsletter including the other secretaries in Group 9.
I am pleased to report that Bro Clive Tilling has been re-elected as Group Councillor for Provincial Group 9. Congratulations to him; we very appreciate his help and support.
Since our last AGM, the Chapter has met 5 times.
In May for Guild Office and Benediction at SS Mary & John’s Church, Cowley; our thanks to Fr Adam Romanus for officiating and preaching.
In July we met at St Mary’s Church, Kidlington on the Eve of St Mary Magdalen’s day. Fr Dennis officiated and Fr Anthony Ellis gave the address.
In September we celebrated our Patronal Festival at St John’s Church Kidlington with Mass, Guild Office, Procession & Benediction. Our chaplain, Fr Dennis officiated assisted by Revd Deacon Jason Nicolle. We were joined on this occasion by members and friends from other chapters in Group 9.
In November we remembered the departed members of the chapter with a celebration of Guild Office and Benediction at St Andrew’s Church, Headington, when Fr Michael Brewin officiated and preached.
In January, we met at St Stephen’s House, when Dr Jeremy Sheehy officiated and preached. We were joined on this occasion by a very able altar party of ordinands from the house.
I am grateful to all the parish clergy who have opened their doors to us this last year and particularly to Fr Peter for welcoming us here tonight.
My thanks especially to Fr Dennis our Chaplain, Professor David Murray who has played the organ for us at a number of our meetings, Revd Deacon Jason St John Nicolle for his help and support and to Bro Trevor Langrish for his work as treasurer.
Treasurer's Report 2004/5
2004 was relatively quiet with regard to the chapter's finances, which are still fairly healthy - income was £259.10 (£47.29 up on 2003), expenditure was £211.08 (£31.01 up on 2003). The increase in income was mostly due to the increased number of meetings. The increase in expenditure can be mostly accounted for by the increase in the purchase of postage stamps, and a small increase in the magazine subscriptions. Nonetheless, the end of year balance on our cheque account was £545.72 (compared with £395.09 at the end of 2003). The deposit account remains untouched and is accumulating interest - the balance on it is currently £1,118.61. I still enjoy being treasurer and am willing to continue. This year, for the first time, membership subscriptions and magazine subscriptions are being collected centrally by Direct Debit and should not be paid to me. Members should have received from the Secretary General before Christmas, 2004, a Direct Debit mandate form to be filled in by them and returned directly to him. Any chapter donations should still be paid to me. Finally, I would like to thank Brother Ben Heffer for all his hard work as chapter secretary. I would also like to thank Father Dennis Mason for auditing the accounts for 2004, thereby checking that I am doing business correctly.
Receipts
GSS Subscriptions 2004 18.00
GSS Subscriptions (other years) 2.00
Chapter donations 75.30
St John's refreshments collection 9.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2004 52.00
Magazine subscriptions (other years) 5.20
Donation in memory of Mrs Curtis 5.00
Cheque not presented at bank 7.80
Lloyds TSB Bank interest 5.24
Sub total A 179.54
Collections:
Mar - St John's, Kidlington 15.00
May - SS. Mary & John 19.86
July - St Mary's, Kidlington 13.00
Sep - Patronal Festival 20.00
Nov - St Andrew's. Headington 11.70
Sub total B 79.56
Total income (A + B) 259.10
Balance from 31 December 2003 1,508.46
1,767.56
Expenditure
GSS Subscriptions 2004 18.00
GSS Subscriptions other years 2.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2004 52.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2005 5.20
Refund of 2005 magazine subs 5.20
Treasurer's expenses:
Envelopes 12.12
Postage stamps 23.52
Secretary’s expenses:
Patronal Festival refreshments 8.63
Photocopying 4.50
Postage 56.28
Stationery 13.63
Donation to St Andrew's. Headington 10.00
Total expenditure 211.08
2003 cheques late in presentation 16.03
Assets:
TSB cheque account 545.72
Deposit account end of 2004 1,118.61
Total Assets 1,664.33
Less cheques/cash to be presented (123.88)
1,767.56
Receipts
GSS Subscriptions 2004 18.00
GSS Subscriptions (other years) 2.00
Chapter donations 75.30
St John's refreshments collection 9.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2004 52.00
Magazine subscriptions (other years) 5.20
Donation in memory of Mrs Curtis 5.00
Cheque not presented at bank 7.80
Lloyds TSB Bank interest 5.24
Sub total A 179.54
Collections:
Mar - St John's, Kidlington 15.00
May - SS. Mary & John 19.86
July - St Mary's, Kidlington 13.00
Sep - Patronal Festival 20.00
Nov - St Andrew's. Headington 11.70
Sub total B 79.56
Total income (A + B) 259.10
Balance from 31 December 2003 1,508.46
1,767.56
Expenditure
GSS Subscriptions 2004 18.00
GSS Subscriptions other years 2.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2004 52.00
Magazine subscriptions for 2005 5.20
Refund of 2005 magazine subs 5.20
Treasurer's expenses:
Envelopes 12.12
Postage stamps 23.52
Secretary’s expenses:
Patronal Festival refreshments 8.63
Photocopying 4.50
Postage 56.28
Stationery 13.63
Donation to St Andrew's. Headington 10.00
Total expenditure 211.08
2003 cheques late in presentation 16.03
Assets:
TSB cheque account 545.72
Deposit account end of 2004 1,118.61
Total Assets 1,664.33
Less cheques/cash to be presented (123.88)
1,767.56
Guild Office Ceremonial
Entrance
Enter in procession: Servers, Cantor(s), clergy in choir, then at a distance the Acolytes, Thurifer (no censer), MC & Officiant. Acolytes may go first at the discretion of the MC.
Altar party enter sanctuary, bow to the altar together and go to places.
Versicles & Psalms
All sit during the first verse of the psalm.
Bow (straight in front) at each Gloria.
Short Chapter
At the end of the psalms, the Acolytes go to the centre, bow, take candles and move to a position either side of Officiant.
All stand.
The Officiant intones the Short Chapter.
Office Hymn
Acolytes return to the centre, bow and take up a position on either side of the sanctuary, facing altar.
All remain standing for the Office Hymn.
Thurifer brings censer to the sanctuary and takes up a position on the right facing altar.
Magnificat
Officiant and MC go to the centre, MC on the right.
Thurifer brings censer on the right of the MC.
MC holds boat while Officiant makes incense, holding the cope with other hand.
MC takes censer from Thurifer and hands back boat.
MC passes censer to Officiant.
Thurifer takes up position on Officiant’s left.
Officiant censes altar.
MC holds cope on the right. Thurifer holds cope on the left.
MC takes back the censer and the Officiant returns to the chair.
Accompanied by the Thurifer, the MC censes Officiant with three double swings.
MC censes clergy in choir with two double swings.
MC and Thurifer returns to the centre.
MC hands censer to Thurifer and returns to chair.
Thurifer censes MC, Acolytes, Cantor with one double swing each.
Thurifer censes congregation and returns to the centre. He remains facing the altar with Acolytes until the end of the Magnificat.
Collect & Conclusion of the Office
Acolytes go to the centre, bow and move to a position either side of Officiant.
Officiant intones the Collect and the conclusion of the Office.
Acolytes return to their places.
A hymn, sermon and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament follows.
Enter in procession: Servers, Cantor(s), clergy in choir, then at a distance the Acolytes, Thurifer (no censer), MC & Officiant. Acolytes may go first at the discretion of the MC.
Altar party enter sanctuary, bow to the altar together and go to places.
Versicles & Psalms
All sit during the first verse of the psalm.
Bow (straight in front) at each Gloria.
Short Chapter
At the end of the psalms, the Acolytes go to the centre, bow, take candles and move to a position either side of Officiant.
All stand.
The Officiant intones the Short Chapter.
Office Hymn
Acolytes return to the centre, bow and take up a position on either side of the sanctuary, facing altar.
All remain standing for the Office Hymn.
Thurifer brings censer to the sanctuary and takes up a position on the right facing altar.
Magnificat
Officiant and MC go to the centre, MC on the right.
Thurifer brings censer on the right of the MC.
MC holds boat while Officiant makes incense, holding the cope with other hand.
MC takes censer from Thurifer and hands back boat.
MC passes censer to Officiant.
Thurifer takes up position on Officiant’s left.
Officiant censes altar.
MC holds cope on the right. Thurifer holds cope on the left.
MC takes back the censer and the Officiant returns to the chair.
Accompanied by the Thurifer, the MC censes Officiant with three double swings.
MC censes clergy in choir with two double swings.
MC and Thurifer returns to the centre.
MC hands censer to Thurifer and returns to chair.
Thurifer censes MC, Acolytes, Cantor with one double swing each.
Thurifer censes congregation and returns to the centre. He remains facing the altar with Acolytes until the end of the Magnificat.
Collect & Conclusion of the Office
Acolytes go to the centre, bow and move to a position either side of Officiant.
Officiant intones the Collect and the conclusion of the Office.
Acolytes return to their places.
A hymn, sermon and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament follows.
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