Preparations for Vestry on February 20, 2022

On February 1 we met to discuss the draft parish Budget for 2022. As you can see we are in a precarious and uncertain position. We do not know what 2022 will look like in terms of the Pandemic and we do not know what our Parish will look like in 2022. As a result there are 2 possible budgets: a more optimistic one and a more pessimistic one. We also need to remember that it is also still a draft and a work in process.

In addition to this uncertainty we have joined both St James’ and St Mary’s churches in the budget. There will still be the opportunity to donate to the building and ministry of one or the other but, unless otherwise specified, donations will go to the ministry of the Parish.

There is some good news on the horizon though. With the sale of the St Mary’s Hall, we will have a significant increase in the investment income we can safely withdraw every year. This will go a long way to allow the Assets of St Mary’s to continue to care for the church and the parish ministry costs that had previously been the responsibility of St Mary’s. If you have any questions or comments please note them for our Vestry Meeting on February the 20th or contact the office and someone will get back to you.