Bishop and Chapter met 17 October 2022 in person with video conference participation with 8 of 13 members present. An article “7 Ways to Make it Easier to Talk About Money” by Ann A. Michel was discussed. The Dean shared his three guiding principles for communication about money: consistency, transparency and removal of emotion. Minutes from 26 September 2022 were adopted with thanks to the Secretary.
Correspondence
• resignation of Sam Mayo as member of Bishop and Chapter
From the Dean
• outside Communions (Farraline Place and Windsor Court) (2)
• committee meetings (3)
• 1 funeral
• worship for Truth and Reconciliation 30 Sept
• Farraline fund-raising dinner
• following legal counsel, final termination letter to Parish Nurse
• Worship customs under review
• Life in the Eucharist continues
• Weekends with Evensong are “full”
• Baptism preparation underway for one adult on 06 Nov
• Vacancies
Safe Church Officer, Synod substitute (16-35), Assistant(s) to the Verger
Diocesan
• Diocesan Finance Committee (1)
• Synod Planning (1)
• Bishop’s Counsel (1)
• Fredericton and York Deanery Clericus (1)
Information and Discussion
Potential Restoration Project - In response to the Conditions and Issues report, Source Alliance is engaged to prepare a “case for support” by mid- November. Interviews will follow to gauge support and possibility. Final report by Spring. We are reminded that such a project will require considerable internal resources and effort. The challenge will be to determine if we have what’s required to launch such an endeavour and if not, what that means for the Cathedral and perhaps, even more importantly, for the Diocese.
Nominating Committee - proposal to be circulated for modification of the Chapter By-Law regarding function of the Nominating Committee
Governance - some initial discussion of “board” vs “ad-hoc” models
Reports
Treasurer - there was some progress made on our deficit in September. We continue to be $37,000 + in expenses over revenue. October thus far appears to be a stronger income month especially with Thanksgiving. We’re hopeful we can continue to make progress to the end of year
Property - the retainer with Carmichael as mechanical contractor has been secured. Batteries for Cathedral emergency lighting have been replaced. Several technical manuals have been digitized.
Finance and Administration - clarification on status of Sarah Ecker as Parish Nurse. Hopes to convene our Stewardship Team. Progress on the Staff Handbook (employment policies). Exploring concerns about third-party liability insurance of users of our facilities
Welcome and Hospitality - working toward building committee membership. Considering worship refreshments
Christian Formation - Life in the Eucharist with six participants - First Communion 20 November, Dante’s Inferno study group, Godly Play and virtual Taize on-going. Advent planning in progress
Upcoming
• Diocesan Synod 05 November 2022 (Cathedral)
• First Communions - 20 November 2022
• Ordination 20 November 2022
• Advent Procession (Lessons and Carols) - 27 November 2022
• Christmas Lessons and Carols - 18 December 2022
GMH