The Midlands Churches of Christ

MINUTES OF THE TRUSTEES
FRIDAY 20TH AUGUST 2004

ATTENDEES: Scott Bryden (Chair), Andy Torbet, Jimmy Ogunshakin and Marilyn Dean
IN ATTENDENCE: Helen Torbet (secretary) and Ade Desalu (treasurer)
APOLOGIES: Trevor Dennis

The meeting began at 7pm and opened with a prayer.

  Topic Action
1. Chairperson for this meeting  
  It had been previously agreed that Scott Bryden should chair this meeting.  
2. Minutes from previous meeting  
  The Minutes from the previous meeting held on 22nd July 2004, were agreed as a true and accurate record and duly signed by Andy Torbet who acted as chair of that particular meeting.  
3. Matters Arising  
 
  • Update on venue search - HT reported that she had not made any progress.
HT
 
  • Update on APP1 document - JO reported that he had not made any progress.
JO
 
  • Tolley's Charity Administration Book - HT apologised as she had not yet purchased these.
HT
 
  • CCPAS - information pack had not yet been compiled. The Shepherds would be asked to consider who could take on the role of coordinator.
AT/HT
 
  • Update on financial paperwork - SB handed around two draft forms - 'Contribution Record Sheet for the Midlands Churches of Christ' and ' Contribution Record Sheet for HOPE and Relief for the poor' (both attached). Some minor amendments would be made to the poor collection sheet.
SB
 
  • Nightsafe - SB reported that he had made several enquiries to no avail as yet. He was awaiting some feedback from the bank.
SB
4. Topics for Discussion and Action  
 
  • JO explained the position with regard to TD and TD's position as a trustee. It was agreed that we would not make a definitive decision until the next meeting, thus allowing TD time for contemplation.
 
 
  • 'Shake a Can' for HOPEWorldwide - AT reported that £599.47 had been raised.
 
 
  • Asset Register - HT reported that she had discovered a list of items that had apparently been inherited from the ICOC. AD reported that Lesrine Edwards had safe keeping of these items. It was agreed that we make a list of our current assets, irrespective of value, together with their current location/holder.
All
5. AOB  
 
  • JO suggested that a presentation be made to the church as to the present position and progress made. It was agreed to put this to the Shepherds.
 
 
  • AT suggested putting an update statement/progress report on the website.
 
 
  • MD asked if a reimbursement claim form could be designed. SB would do this.
SB
 
  • JO suggested that due to depleted numbers in the Shepherds Group that the Trustees and Shepherds join their meetings. AT opposed this because it would be a step backwards. The original idea of splitting the groups was to focus on different issues and shorten the meeting length. AT suggested, however, that a Trustee on a rotation basis attend the Shepherds meeting to give additional support. It was agreed that the Trustees and Shepherds meetings should continue has they were. A representative from the Trustees would join the Shepherds at their separate meeting as suggested by AT.
All
 
  • There being no other business the meeting ended at 8.05pm with a prayer.
 
6. Date of Next Meeting  
  The next meeting will be on Thursday 23rd September 2004 at Coventry Hilton Hotel.  

Helen Torbet

Church Secretary