Bishop and Chapter met on the evening of 20 January 2026 with 9 of 12 present. An article was circulated: “The way down is the way up,” Jeremy Coleman. Humility is at the heart of Christian maturity. Some reference was made to writings of Dietrich Bonhoeffer – letters from prison and other works. Corrected minutes of 09 December 2025 were adopted
FROM THE DEAN
• Communions at Windsor Court and Farraline Place
• one funeral and two attended
• three staff meetings, Chapter Executive, six committee/group
• six visits
• one Synod Finance Committee and one Bishop’s Counsel meeting
• Christmas worship – Eve 274 | 94 | 97 – Day 53
• Synod Commons re the Cathedral 20 January 2026
Up-coming
• Annual report deadline 31 January
• Cathedral Annual Meeting: Sunday, 15 March 2026
• Fredericton Greater Chapter (open invitation) TBA
• Special Synod re Christ Church Cathedral, 18 April 2026
ARISING
• Vacancies - nominations open for 3 member of Chapter, Safe Church Officer, Stewardship Team Lead and members, Synod Delegates
DISCUSSION
• Memorial Hall Renovations - proposal has been made by the Diocesan Synod. Assuming an extended occupancy by both Cathedral and Synod, deferred maintenance and repairs require consideration. Three individuals will meet soon with representatives of Synod to discuss details
DECISION
• Hall Renovation - That two individuals join the Dean to meet with representatives of the Diocesan Synod
• 2026 Annual Meeting - 15 March 2026. 8:00 a.m Eucharist | 9:00 a.m. refreshments | 9:30 a.m. Meeting | 11:00 a.m. Worship proposed
• 2026 Budget - proposed budget considered/accepted for presentation to Annual. Thanks to those who served on the budget committee
• 2025 Gift - a gift of $75,000 targeted to 2026 property budget for stonework
• Chapter By-Law - review with consideration of Nominating Committee membership and other items identified during orientation
• ACW Education Fund - release of $3,720 for stipend and fees for 3 students at Bishop McAllister College (Mission/Outreach)
REPORTS
Treasurer - December: Revenue (all sources) $127,771; Expenses $61,553. Offering budget $97,315; Actual; $80,373. 2025: Revenue (all sources) $716,459 (unexpected income) Expenses $618,234 (budget underspend). Transfer to Omista Credit Union almost complete
Finance/Administration - items as motions on Decision items
Nominating - accepting nominations for roles becoming vacant. Thankful for those who accepted nomination thus far
Communications - continue to work at website content and always thankful for contributions. Refreshing lawn signage is a priority
Health / Pastoral Care - Christmas visits. February blood pressure clinic TBC. April Medley Tea possible. Narcan Kits acquired. Health info sessions being considered. Hospital visitor badges being replaced
Mission / Outreach - Annual St. Hilda’s School funds sent to Belize – news posted to the web. Several benevolence requests received in early January. Next Monday Outreach event 26 January
Welcome and Hospitality - worship greeters scheduled for 2026 with additional needed and welcome. Welcome package under discussion
Buildings and Property - greening and de-greening by St. Joseph Guild. Heritage Standing updated restoration estimate (2035 completion) $23.7 million including $5 million endowment. 2026 Stonework project being co-ordinated. Hall renovations to be discussed
Next meeting - 17 February 2026
GMH
