GCM business included
- reports from the Property Redevelopment Group, with agreement given to apply for Methodist funding to enable progress on work as shown in the most recent (simplified) plans;
- ecumenical relationships –
- no further development with Salem URC,
- exploratory conversations with St Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral to see where we can work together and share in worship when appropriate;
- report from Church Stewards, highlighting
- need for volunteers for rota teams
- setting-up of small groups;
- report by Church Treasurer, particularly requesting an increase in giving averaging 10% per week if at all possible;
- re-appointment of Church Stewards;
- intimation that, given the size of our Membership, all Members who opt-in can be members of the Church Council (& thereby Managing Trustees);
- next GCM – Sunday 7th June 2020.