| ATTENDEES: | Scott Bryden, Marilyn Dean (chair) and Andrew Torbet |
| IN ATTENDENCE: | Helen Torbet (secretary) |
| APOLOGIES: | Jimmy Ogunshakin |
The meeting began at 7.30pm and opened with a prayer.
| Topic | Action | |
| 1. | Approval of Previous Minutes | |
| The Minutes from the previous meeting held on 17th March 2005 were agreed and duly signed by the chair for that meeting. | ||
| 2. | Matters Arising | |
| Venue Search - Scott was asked if he could prepare a brief spec of our requirements, in order to assist in the search for a new venue. The congregation would continue to be asked to keep their eyes open for any possible venues. | SB | |
| First Aiders - Four people had attended the first aid course in March and had all passed. These were Marilyn Sadler, Brian Davies, Geoff Tapalu & Sarah Kennedy. It was also noted for the record that Angela Murphy-Ng is also a qualified first aider. In Leicester it was noted that Evita Chapman is also a qualified first aider | ||
| Stationery - this was an ongoing matter. Georgia is continuing to develop the new logo. | AT | |
| 3. | Shepherds Items | |
| The Minutes from the Joint Meeting held on 5th March 2005 were signed by AT as true and accurate. These would now be circulated. | HT | |
| John Oakes Visit - this has now been rearranged to Weds 22nd June 2005. | ||
| Benevolence Item - this was being handled by AT. It was agreed to give financial support in this instance. AT would draw up a report giving further details. | AT | |
| 4. | Finances | |
| Benevolence for Brady Family - MD submitted her report, which was duly signed. | ||
| MD tabled an updated monthly spreadsheet. It was noted that the quarterly income and quarterly expenses appear to be in line with budget forecast. | ||
| Presentation to Church - AT asked if he could upload this information as presented to the church onto the church website. There were no objections. | ||
| Deposit Account - Six organisations were considered in respect of opening a deposit account (as per attached sheet). SB proposed Stewardship Services, on the basis that they have one of the higher interest rates, good ethics, and offer mortgages as well as a range of other services, which may prove useful to the church in the future. AT seconded this proposal, noting that their services in low interest mortgages to churches help further the Christian faith. HT would arrange the transfer of £20,000. | HT | |
| 5. | Legal Matters | |
| This section was previously titled 'Trust Documentation', and is now changed to reflect a wider range of legal issues. | ||
| Trust documents had been submitted to the Charity Commission and a response received, with just a few minor queries. JO not present, but was able to report via 'phone that he had replied to the points in their letter. He further reported that the Charity Commission has telephoned to say that they were processing the application. | JO | |
| CCPAS - disclosure forms are in the process of being prepared. The Child Protection Policy is being drafted. | AT | |
| 6. | Any Other Business | |
| Benevolence - the item raised in the meeting of 17th March had now been resolved. Enquiries were made into the issue, but no assistance was required by the person, who stated that at present their situation was stable. | ||
| Doug Jacoby - SB mentioned that DJ would be visiting the UK (London) in May, June & July. SB commented that DJ does charge for such visits (as it is his main income). SB would enquire as to what the charge would be for DJ to visit Birmingham and what dates were available, before we decide. | SB | |
| Baker Family - The Baker family are due to leave the UK on or around 16th June. SB would organise a gift. A proper 'send off' would be arranged nearer the time. | SB |
Helen Torbet
Church Secretary