We are grateful to Revd Canon Anthony Ellis for officiating and preaching at our recent meeting held in the Church of St Mary the Vigin, Kidlington. We observed the season of Lent with a celebration of the Guild Office and a recitation of the Litany.
Afterwards we convened the chapter AGM.
Present: Canon Ellis; Bros. Ben Heffer, Trevor Langrish, Bruce Armour, Ken Belcher, Dennis Dean, Kim Clowsley; Sr Angela Dean, Mrs Pam Cooper, Mrs Barbara Belcher and David Murray.
Apologies: Sr Jenny Dowdeswell. Revd William Whyte.
Minutes of the Chapter AGM 2012
Minutes of AGM of GSS – Chapter of St Birinus held on 14th March 2012 at the Church of St Mary the Virgin, Kidlington.
Present: Revd Canon Anthony Ellis; Bros. Trevor Langrish, Bruce Armour, Ben Heffer (chair), Ken Belcher, Dennis Dean and Kim Clowsley; Sr. Angela Dean; Mrs P Cooper and Mrs Barbara Belcher.
1. Opening Prayer – Bro. Ben Heffer opened the meeting with prayer.
2. Apologies for Absence – apologies were received from Srs. Jenny Dowdeswell and Susan Greenaway, Revd Jason St John Nicolle and Revd William Whyte.
3. Minutes of the AGM 2011 – the minutes of the meeting held on 16th March 2011 were read and approved. Proposed: Trevor Langrish. Seconded: Kim Clowsley.
4. Matters Arising – Bro Ben reported that in the event, we did not hold a meeting at Hampton Poyle as planned but instead met again at St Mary’s Kidlington. He advised that in accordance with the wishes of the meeting he had indeed written a note of appreciation to Fr Dennis. Donations to COF and the group councillor’s travel expenses had been sent as prescribed. We did not meet at St Peter’s, Didcot as we had considered we might.
5. Secretary’s Report – Bro Ben Heffer presented the Secretary’s Report. The roll stands at 24 comprising 14 members, eight life members and two associates. The chapter met four times in the year but attendances have been very poor with never more than 15 people at any one meeting. Bro Ben reported that Cllr Clive Tilling had resigned from the GSS and joined the Ordinariate and that the group counsellor position was now vacant. He extended thanks to the clergy particularly those from Kidlington for their support and to Bro Trevor Langrish for his work as Treasurer and to David Murray for playing the organ.
6. Treasurer’s Report – Bro Trevor presented the audited accounts and Treasurer's Report, which were approved and accepted. Proposed: Dennis Dean. Seconded: Ken Belcher. Bro. Trevor reported that Michael Ling had kindly agreed to audit the accounts for us and had suggested some amendments in presentation. At the end of the year, the chapter balance stood at £1,262.84.
7. Election of Chapter Officers – There being no other nominations, Bros Ben Heffer and Trevor Langrish were re-elected as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Accepted unanimously.
8. Chapter Programme 2012 – No meetings had yet been arranged and Bro Ben asked the meeting whether given the poor attendances it was worth continuing. If the chapter was to close, it would be unlikely to re-open again and it was agreed that we should remain open even if we did not hold meetings. It was suggested we could amalgamate with another chapter, but the nearest ones are still some distance away. Ideally, a viable chapter is expected to meet four times a year. It was agreed that, given most members come from Kidlington, we should restrict our activities to St Mary’s, St John’s and Hampton Poyle. Fr Anthony was amenable to this and Bro Ben undertook to make the arrangements. Tuesday evenings at St John’s are preferable and Wednesday evenings at St Mary’s. Hampton Poyle is largely free in the evenings at any time.
9. Any Other Business – It was agreed to send a donation from chapter funds of £70 to the Candidates for Ordination Funds (COF). The meeting discussed the prospect of making a charitable donation from chapter funds to support a local initiative relating to altar serving and/or liturgy preferably targeted at encouraging young servers. It was agreed to bear this mind should such an opportunity arise. Nominations were invited for the post of Group Counsellor, which should eb addressed to the Secretary General.
10. Closing Prayer – Fr Anthony closed the meeting with a blessing.
Present: Revd Canon Anthony Ellis; Bros. Trevor Langrish, Bruce Armour, Ben Heffer (chair), Ken Belcher, Dennis Dean and Kim Clowsley; Sr. Angela Dean; Mrs P Cooper and Mrs Barbara Belcher.
1. Opening Prayer – Bro. Ben Heffer opened the meeting with prayer.
2. Apologies for Absence – apologies were received from Srs. Jenny Dowdeswell and Susan Greenaway, Revd Jason St John Nicolle and Revd William Whyte.
3. Minutes of the AGM 2011 – the minutes of the meeting held on 16th March 2011 were read and approved. Proposed: Trevor Langrish. Seconded: Kim Clowsley.
4. Matters Arising – Bro Ben reported that in the event, we did not hold a meeting at Hampton Poyle as planned but instead met again at St Mary’s Kidlington. He advised that in accordance with the wishes of the meeting he had indeed written a note of appreciation to Fr Dennis. Donations to COF and the group councillor’s travel expenses had been sent as prescribed. We did not meet at St Peter’s, Didcot as we had considered we might.
5. Secretary’s Report – Bro Ben Heffer presented the Secretary’s Report. The roll stands at 24 comprising 14 members, eight life members and two associates. The chapter met four times in the year but attendances have been very poor with never more than 15 people at any one meeting. Bro Ben reported that Cllr Clive Tilling had resigned from the GSS and joined the Ordinariate and that the group counsellor position was now vacant. He extended thanks to the clergy particularly those from Kidlington for their support and to Bro Trevor Langrish for his work as Treasurer and to David Murray for playing the organ.
6. Treasurer’s Report – Bro Trevor presented the audited accounts and Treasurer's Report, which were approved and accepted. Proposed: Dennis Dean. Seconded: Ken Belcher. Bro. Trevor reported that Michael Ling had kindly agreed to audit the accounts for us and had suggested some amendments in presentation. At the end of the year, the chapter balance stood at £1,262.84.
7. Election of Chapter Officers – There being no other nominations, Bros Ben Heffer and Trevor Langrish were re-elected as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Accepted unanimously.
8. Chapter Programme 2012 – No meetings had yet been arranged and Bro Ben asked the meeting whether given the poor attendances it was worth continuing. If the chapter was to close, it would be unlikely to re-open again and it was agreed that we should remain open even if we did not hold meetings. It was suggested we could amalgamate with another chapter, but the nearest ones are still some distance away. Ideally, a viable chapter is expected to meet four times a year. It was agreed that, given most members come from Kidlington, we should restrict our activities to St Mary’s, St John’s and Hampton Poyle. Fr Anthony was amenable to this and Bro Ben undertook to make the arrangements. Tuesday evenings at St John’s are preferable and Wednesday evenings at St Mary’s. Hampton Poyle is largely free in the evenings at any time.
9. Any Other Business – It was agreed to send a donation from chapter funds of £70 to the Candidates for Ordination Funds (COF). The meeting discussed the prospect of making a charitable donation from chapter funds to support a local initiative relating to altar serving and/or liturgy preferably targeted at encouraging young servers. It was agreed to bear this mind should such an opportunity arise. Nominations were invited for the post of Group Counsellor, which should eb addressed to the Secretary General.
10. Closing Prayer – Fr Anthony closed the meeting with a blessing.
Chapter Treasurer's Report 2012
In 2011, again there was little activity with the chapter’s finances, which are still healthy – income was £63.87 (£24.48 down on that for 2012). This is because we had no chapter donations, no membership subscriptions paid in (therefore none paid out); however, there was an increase in collections. Expenditure was £196.86 (£171.86 up on that for 2010). This was due principally to the Secretary’s expenses for both 2010 and 2011 coming out of the current account in 2011; there were also donations to the Candidates for Ordination Fund and to C Tilling to cover his travel expenses as our group counsellor. The deposit account remains untouched and is accumulating interest – the balance on it is currently £1,151.96. This leads to our total assets for the end of 2011 being £1,262.84.
I still enjoy being Chapter Treasurer and am willing to continue. Membership subscriptions and magazine subscriptions are, as usual, being collected centrally by direct debit and should preferably not be paid to me, though I can pass on payment from members who would rather not use direct debit. However, I would gratefully receive and chapter donations.
Finally, I would like to thank Bro. Ben Heffer for all his hard work as chapter secretary. I would also like to thank, in his absence, Mr Michael Ling for auditing the accounts for 2011, thereby checking that I am doing business correctly.
Bro Trevor Langrish
Chapter Treasurer
Summary of the accounts for the year ending 31 December 2011
Receipts
Collections
March – St Mary’s, Kidlington £7.00
May – St Michael’s, Blewbury £16.05
Sept – St Mary’s, Kidlington £25.00
Nov – St Barnabas, Jericho £15.40
Bank interest £0.42
Total receipts £63.87
Deficit £132.99
Total £196.86
Payments
Group counsellor’s travel expenses £20.00
Candidates for Ordination Fund £60.00
Secretary’s Expense 2010 £69.95
Secretary’s Expenses 2011 £46.91
Total £196.86
Balances at Bank
Current Account £110.88
Deposit Account £1,151.96
Total £1,262.84
I still enjoy being Chapter Treasurer and am willing to continue. Membership subscriptions and magazine subscriptions are, as usual, being collected centrally by direct debit and should preferably not be paid to me, though I can pass on payment from members who would rather not use direct debit. However, I would gratefully receive and chapter donations.
Finally, I would like to thank Bro. Ben Heffer for all his hard work as chapter secretary. I would also like to thank, in his absence, Mr Michael Ling for auditing the accounts for 2011, thereby checking that I am doing business correctly.
Bro Trevor Langrish
Chapter Treasurer
Summary of the accounts for the year ending 31 December 2011
Receipts
Collections
March – St Mary’s, Kidlington £7.00
May – St Michael’s, Blewbury £16.05
Sept – St Mary’s, Kidlington £25.00
Nov – St Barnabas, Jericho £15.40
Bank interest £0.42
Total receipts £63.87
Deficit £132.99
Total £196.86
Payments
Group counsellor’s travel expenses £20.00
Candidates for Ordination Fund £60.00
Secretary’s Expense 2010 £69.95
Secretary’s Expenses 2011 £46.91
Total £196.86
Balances at Bank
Current Account £110.88
Deposit Account £1,151.96
Total £1,262.84
Secretary's Report 2012
The chapter roll remains unchanged at 24 comprising 14 members, eight life members and two associate members.
The chapter met for worship four times in 2011. On 16th March we met here in St Mary's Church, Kidlington to celebrate the Guild Office. The officiant and preacher was the Revd Canon Anthony Ellis to whom we are grateful for hosting the event. Afterwards the members retired to the refectory for the chapter's annual general meeting. Just 11 members and supporters were present
On 24th May the chapter celebrated Our Lady's Month of May with the Regina Caeli and Guild Office at the Church of St Michael, Blewbury. Revd Jason St John Nicolle, Rector of the Churn Benefice officiated and gave the address. Just nine people were present, and only two of those were altar servers.
On 28th September we were again here at St Mary's, Kidlington when we celebrated the eve of the feast of St Michael & All Angels with sung Guild Office and sermon. Revd Canon Anthony Ellis officiated and preached. 14 members and supporters were present.
On 15th November we met in the beautiful church of St Barnabas for Guild Office and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament with special prayers for the faithful departed. The address was given by Fr Richard Martin and the officiant was Fr William Whyte. During Benediction, Fr Richard recited the names of departed friends and members of the chapter from our chantry book. We were grateful to the people of St Barnabas for providing refreshments.
Support has again been poor this year with typically less than 20 people attending our services and we are grateful for the presence of some loyal supporters. I wonder whether we remain viable as a chapter.
I regret to report that Cllr Clive Tilling has resigned as group councillor and left the GSS. He has, after much thought and prayer decided to join the Ordinariate. We wish him well in his new spiritual home and we are grateful for his hard work for the guild and this chapter. The Secretary General has asked me to bring the vacant position to your attention; anyone wishing to take on this role should contact the Secretary General.
I am grateful to the clergy of the Kidlington Team Ministry for leading our worship and preaching during the year; Canon Ellis and Fr William. Their support is very much appreciated. Thank you to all who support our services especially Prof David Murray, who plays the organ so well for us. Thank you also to Bro Trevor Langrish our MC and for his invaluable work as our chapter treasurer.
Bro Ben Heffer, Chapter Secretary
The chapter met for worship four times in 2011. On 16th March we met here in St Mary's Church, Kidlington to celebrate the Guild Office. The officiant and preacher was the Revd Canon Anthony Ellis to whom we are grateful for hosting the event. Afterwards the members retired to the refectory for the chapter's annual general meeting. Just 11 members and supporters were present
On 24th May the chapter celebrated Our Lady's Month of May with the Regina Caeli and Guild Office at the Church of St Michael, Blewbury. Revd Jason St John Nicolle, Rector of the Churn Benefice officiated and gave the address. Just nine people were present, and only two of those were altar servers.
On 28th September we were again here at St Mary's, Kidlington when we celebrated the eve of the feast of St Michael & All Angels with sung Guild Office and sermon. Revd Canon Anthony Ellis officiated and preached. 14 members and supporters were present.
On 15th November we met in the beautiful church of St Barnabas for Guild Office and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament with special prayers for the faithful departed. The address was given by Fr Richard Martin and the officiant was Fr William Whyte. During Benediction, Fr Richard recited the names of departed friends and members of the chapter from our chantry book. We were grateful to the people of St Barnabas for providing refreshments.
Support has again been poor this year with typically less than 20 people attending our services and we are grateful for the presence of some loyal supporters. I wonder whether we remain viable as a chapter.
I regret to report that Cllr Clive Tilling has resigned as group councillor and left the GSS. He has, after much thought and prayer decided to join the Ordinariate. We wish him well in his new spiritual home and we are grateful for his hard work for the guild and this chapter. The Secretary General has asked me to bring the vacant position to your attention; anyone wishing to take on this role should contact the Secretary General.
I am grateful to the clergy of the Kidlington Team Ministry for leading our worship and preaching during the year; Canon Ellis and Fr William. Their support is very much appreciated. Thank you to all who support our services especially Prof David Murray, who plays the organ so well for us. Thank you also to Bro Trevor Langrish our MC and for his invaluable work as our chapter treasurer.
Bro Ben Heffer, Chapter Secretary
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