Board of Deacons
Deacon Board Report
As always, serving on the Board of Deacons has been a blessing, and we consider it an honour and privilege to serve our Lord in this manner. We dealt with a variety of issues, including the physical upkeep of the building (many thanks to Blythwood’s House Committee, capably led by Bill McKechnie, who works so well with Peter Hurlburt), financial management (thanks to the Finance Committee, Neisely Eugene, Amy Mills and Erik Parnoja); and congregational relations, sharing prayers and praise with all.
We are also grateful for Jennifer Frank, our office manager, a role she has filled so capably for some years.
The Board benefits from the advice of various committees and the House Committee especially has been very busy, not just with the physical building but also maintaining relationships with our various tenants. Another committee is that of Education; it is such a pleasure to have a programme, created by Nancy Webster, ready for the children in attendance; and taught by Cathie Salter.
We continue to support the pastor by maintaining relations with congregants, especially those who are unable to physically attend. Also, as part of maintaining congregation relations, we thank Elizabeth White, who faithfully sends out many encouraging cards to our church family.
Kid’s church is taught, from September to June, by both Cathie Salter and Brenda Howard.
As well as our excellent office manager, Jennifer, we are so appreciative of our musicians, Adolfo, Nora, Osmany and Pastor David.
Prayer meetings continue the first Wednesday of each month, capably led by our pastor and Elizabeth White.
We are honoured to serve the needy of our city and highlight the very consistent and faithful leadership of Larry Matthews, Brenda Howard and Jennifer Frank as they work with the “Out of the Cold” programme.
Cathie Salter, Co-chair
Judy Palmer, Co-chair
Duncan Bruce
Christie McKechnie
Norah Webster
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