Annual Meeting

Church of the Transfiguration                          January 25, 2004

 

 

The One Hundred Eleventh Annual Meeting of the Parish of the Church of the Transfiguration was held Sunday, January 25, 2004 at 10:30 a.m. in the church; Fr. Gary Lemery presiding.  The clerk declared a quorum and Fr. Lemery opened the meeting with a prayer.

 

The minutes of the 2003 Annual Meeting were accepted as presented.

 

Dee Provorse, Sr. Warden, presented the following slate for election:

 

Sr. Warden: Russ Barrie

Jr. Warden: Sheila Palmer

Vestry (Three-year terms): Donald Lind jr., Rebecca Wain, and

                                       Judith Thomson

Delegates to Diocesan Convention: Dee Provorse, Neil Provorse,

                                       David Brierley, and Carol Brierley

Alternates to Convention: Carol Hills, Beverly Vale

 

There being no further nominations from the floor, nominations were closed and the Clerk was directed to cast one ballot for the slate as submitted.

 

The following reports were accepted as presented and are included in the Annual Report: Rector’s Report, Sr. Warden Report, Jr. Warden Report, Music Ministry, Altar Guild, Pastoral Care Visitation Committee, Ushering Committee, Web Site Report, ECW Report, Career Closet Report, Food Closet Report, Pledge Report, Church School Report, Activities Committee, and Spanish World Academy.

The report of the Buildings and Grounds Committee was presented orally with focus on upcoming projects including exterior paint, sidewalk repair, and compliance with new fire codes. During 2003, the Air Conditioning system was installed and the ductwork will be enclosed this year.

 

The 2003 Treasurer’s Report was accepted as presented and is contained in the Annual Report. The Chair of the Finance Committee was available to answer questions about the proposed budget for 2004, stressing that it contains no unnecessary expenses.   We continue to run a deficit.  A motion was made, seconded, and passed to accept the 2004 Budget in the amount of $227,293.00.

 

Old Business:

       Fr. Lemery presented information regarding the status of the sale of the gas station.  The closing date has been postponed while property-line uncertainty is being resolved.

 

New Business:

       Fr. Lemery presented a resolution to the parish membership that states  “We the Parish of the Church of the Transfiguration do hereby disassociate ourselves with all decisions and actions taken at the 74th General Convention of the Episcopal Church, USA”.  Fr. Lemery explained that the actions of the Convention are contrary to the teachings and faith of the Anglican Communion.  Questions were responded to and a motion was made and seconded to accept the resolution.  A vote was taken and passed by majority.

     Fr. Lemery reported that in the coming year the Vestry would like to focus energy on increasing parish membership, fostering relationships with those who are new to the parish to encourage them to stay.  There will also be a focus on energizing our youth programs including acolytes, church school, and the youth group.  A meeting will be held after church on February 8 with parents and church school volunteers to discuss ideas and encourage greater participation in the church school.

 

Closing Remarks:  Fr. Lemery expressed gratitude to retiring Sr. Warden Dee Provorse for her service, generosity, dedication, and hard work.

 

The meeting was adjourned at 11:07 a.m.

 

Sheila Palmer, Clerk