· The budget for the period July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, has been approved for presentation to the congregation at the December 4 congregational meeting, and will be circulated for review prior to the meeting.
· The Strategic Plan has been approved for presentation to the congregation at the December 4 congregational meeting, and will be circulated for review prior to the meeting.
· The Chair of Faith Formation reported that two new members have been nominated to the committee: Jennifer Dick, Member; Emilia von dem Hagen, Youth Representative.
· Yasu Kuwahara has ended his internship with us effective today and has decided to return to Japan. We wish him all the best for the future.
· The Stewardship & Outreach Committee will be split into two separate committees, subject to the ability to staff both committees.
· Shaw Media has committed to placing a 25-foot artificial tree in St. Andrew’s Square for the Advent/Christmas season. It should be in place the week of November 28.
· The 30:30 Anniversary Celebration preparations are coming together. Ticket sales are going well, and a good attendance is expected.
· The energy retrofit started earlier this year is complete and the new equipment is fully functional.
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
Council:
a) Tuesday, February 21, 2012, 7:00 pm
b) Tuesday, June 12, 2012, 7:00 pm (budget)
c) Tuesday, September 25, 2012, 7:00 pm (financial statements)
Congregational Meetings:
a) Sunday, December 4, 2011, 12:15 pm (Strategic Plan & budget to June 30, 2012)
b) Sunday, June 17, 2012, 12:15 pm (budget to June 30, 2013)
c) Sunday, September 30, 2012, 12:15 pm Annual General Meeting (following AGM, new Council to establish meeting dates for next year)