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
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