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The United Church of CanadaSALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGE

… serving the communities of Salmon Cove & Perry=s Cove

ANNUAL REPORT 2017Clergy: The Rev. T. Wayne Blackwood, M.Div

Pastoral Charge Office: 596-2351Clergy Office: 596-4762

Manse: 596-6439

E-mail: [email protected]: www.salmoncove.net

SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGE … serving the communities of Salmon Cove & Perry’s Cove

MISSION STATEMENT(May 1991)

It is our mission:$ to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ in word and deed by

practice, example and commitment$ to involve the whole people of God in worship & sacraments $ to provide Christian instruction and training$ to participate in outreach$ to respond to the changing social and spiritual needs of our

people

2017 ANNUAL REPORTTABLE OF CONTENTS

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SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGEMission Statement iTable of Contents ii

Message from Rev. Wayne 1Good Times Committee 2

Session 3Pastoral Charge Statistics 4 - 6

Ministry & Personnel Report 6Pastoral Charge Income & Expense Report 7

Manse Modernization; GIC Update; Contribution Summary 8Mission & Service Fund Contributions 9

Pastoral Charge Proposed Budget 10

RIVERSIDE UNITEDIncome & Expense Report; GIC Update 12

Funds Report 13Weekly Budget Report 142018 Proposed Budget 15

Church Properties Committee 16Riverside Walkers 17

Quilters Plus Group 18United Church Women Activity Report 19

UCW Committee Reports 20 - 21United Church Women Financial Report 22

UCW Nominations Report 23Men’s Fellowship Activity Report 24

Men’s Fellowship Financial Report 25Sunday School Activity Report 26

Sunday School Financial Report 27Messy Church 28

PERRY’S COVE UNITEDIncome & Expense Report 30

Weekly Budget Report 31Church Properties Report 32

United Church Women Activity Report 33

UCW Nominations Report 34United Church Women Financial Report 35

“Where Does My Money Go?” 36

Interspersed with various clip art placed throughout our Annual Report you will find wonderful pictures from local photographer and member of Riverside United, Millicent Slade. These pictures

are gifts from Millicent and offer us a small glimpse of the beauty of our communities.

Pre-Authorized Remittances

The PAR program of The United Church of Canada has been working very successfully for years. A few years ago, a small number of individuals began using the program on our Pastoral Charge. Since then, the program has grown to include 24 contributors who, to a member, will testify to its benefits.

It is simply a program where, once a month, funds you have previously agreed to will be transferred from your personal bank account to the church’s account – no fuss!

Call the office for details!

Pastoral Charge Logos designed, and gifted, by Marc Blackwood, Graphic Designer

A Message from Rev. Wayne …

As Christmas comes to an end, and annual meetings begin, we are challenged to look both backwards and forwards. Looking back affords us an opportunity to learn from our mistakes. Looking

ahead allows us to explore new opportunities and possibilities. It’s an exciting time for us as the reality of what the church was, is and can be, changes daily.

For most of us, the church was the centre of our communities and lives. Many of us grew up in communities where the church was the focal point of all activity. It was the source of social gatherings, the authority on legal matters, and the final voice on all things theological. For many it was a time of safety and security – one was neither expected to, nor encouraged to, think about matters that “rightly” belonged to the church. Times were destined to change!

Many of us look back fondly – and quickly forget that the good old days were not always and only “good.” The church found itself moving from a time of full authority on all things to a place where family priorities changed. The world was changing, and the church became only one of many opportunities to live full lives. Better economic conditions allowed families to explore new activities, to travel more, and, in so doing, to expand their life experiences. In the course of change, the church lost both a generation and an opportunity – the story of who we were seems to have become frightening, the story of who we are doesn’t get shared or understood very well; the story of who we can be becomes questionable.

And so, the future, by definition, remains unknown. Those of us who find a home within the church wonder whether or not that home will always be there. Those of us who care deeply about the church still care deeply about what will be. In the midst of change we seek some sort of definite solution – a solution which is probably not there.

On a national level, our church seems intent on structural change – and while I agree that change is necessary I am not convinced that the change in structure will be a solution for what ails us as a church. From where I sit, it appears that we may be trying to change the wrong thing. I am not very positive that the proposed changes will be of much benefit to the small, rural churches we have come to love. As a matter of fact, I’m afraid the changes will only make it more difficult for our small congregations to survive.

Where then, does that leave us as a tiny pastoral charge within a large, national organization? What can we do to ensure that our church, in some form, survives and even thrives? I fail to understand how a national body – no matter how efficient – can direct us to a solution. I believe the responsibility is our own. I believe that it must cause each one of us to redefine what the church is for us. I believe we must all realize that, given the shortage of trained clergy, the solution

must eventually rest with the laity of our congregations who must assume the responsibility of their churches. We must realize that resources will have to be shared; buildings will have to be closed; amalgamation must happen, and people will get upset.

It goes back to exploring what the church is – and can be, for us. Jesus, in all of his ministry, did not leave instructions on how to make institutions survive. As a matter of fact, the way I

understand the gospel, the opposite is true. When the institution or building is more important than the gospel, then it’s already too late. Jesus was quite clear in demanding that his church share his vision of bringing good news to the poor, proclaiming release to the captives, recovery of sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed. Such a gospel demands that we see beyond the limitations of our buildings and congregations.

What the future holds is anyone’s guess. It will be an interesting journey as we explore who God wants us to be, and what God’s church will look like. It is my hope and prayer that we will be willing to listen.

Blessings to you all - Rev. Wayne & Hertha

GOOD TIMES COMMITTEE

The “Good Times Committee,” formed in January of 2017, has had an exciting year of fun, fellowship and fundraising. During the past year the committee has organized and hosted several events including:

Two Movie Nights (One was for 50+, and one for all adults) “Concert in Da Cove” was very successful, thanks to local entertainers who gave freely of

their time to perform for us. Special thanks are extended to our Sunday School for providing and selling snacks in the canteen.

Two Paint Nights were very successful and provided lots of positive feedback. Special thanks to committee member Vicki Graham who was the painting instructor.

The final event for 2017 was a “Christmas Craft Fair in Da Cove” which was received quite well. Local vendors purchased tables to sell their goods and provided positive feedback for future events. The Committee also set up a Pastoral Charge Table which sold goods generously donated by members of the pastoral charge.

The Committee also donated and sold moose sausage as a fundraiser.The GTC had a wonderful year of successful fundraising as can be seen from the Pastoral Charge Financial Report. Our success is due to the overwhelming support we have received from our wonderful congregations. Thank you to all who supported our efforts. We look forward to the upcoming year.

Submitted by: Lisa Slade, Mary Lou Slade, Raquel Reynolds, Tracey Slade, Vicki Graham

SESSION REPORT – 2017

The Salmon Cove Pastoral Charge Session has had another busy but uplifting year. As usual, Session members prepared and served Communion monthly in both congregations, except for during our summer schedule.

One of the highlights of the year was the service held to commemorate the 100 th anniversary of the 1917 mining disaster in New Waterford, Nova Scotia which saw many Newfoundland workers lose their lives. Eight of them were from our pastoral charge and, on September 17 th, Riverside hosted a memorial service in their memory. Guest Speaker Harvey Parsons spoke about how mining practises have changed in the ensuing one hundred years, and the service was very well attended. Session acknowledges the hard work and dedication of Rev. Wayne and the local organizers in carrying out the event. We were pleased to have a male choir provide special music as well.

Last year, Perry’s Cove congregation decided to forego their 7 pm worship during the winter months in favour of a 2:30 pm service. This worked quite well, and this year, Riverside congregation was polled to ascertain if they would like to do the same. They voted overwhelmingly for the change and have entered a similar trial year. Both congregations will now only have evening services from the Sunday following Labour Day to the end of December.

Scripture readers are still providing their services in both congregations on a weekly basis, although it is getting harder to get volunteers to do so. It is hoped that, at Riverside, Sunday School children will be able to read as well.

Other highlights of the past year include the performances of Worship Dance and the successful continuation of “Messy Church.” Riverside will host the next Messy Church session in February.

Session members organized an information session this year for its members concerning same-sex marriage. This subject has not been revisited in many years, and Session felt the need to be more informed about current concerns, both pro and con. The Rev. Marion Davis was invited to share information with the group. While no plans are being made to effect immediate changes, Session felt all voices should be heard.

All in all, it has been a very rewarding year. We thank God for the continued blessings which surround us every day.

Submitted by: Janet Butt Clerk of Session

SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGE Serving the communities of Salmon Cove & Perry’s Cove

PASTORAL CHARGE STATISTICS – 2017

BAPTISMS

Feb. 19th: KOBI RICHARD WILLIAM PARROTT Son of Michael & Krista (Slade) Parrott (Born:

September 15th, 2016)

June 25th: MASON ALEXANDER LUCASIE SELLARS Son of Rodney & Michelle (Somers) Sellars (Born: April

25th, 2017)

June 25th: CONNOR DAVID WHITE Son of David & Janine (Murphy) White (Born: March 23rd, 2017)

July 2nd: BRIELLA RITA GLAVINE Daughter of Kodie & Courtney (Slade) Glavine (Born: May 28th, 2017)

Oct. 8th CEELO HOLLISTER LLOYD STAGG-SLADE Son of Gina Stagg-Slade (Born: May 13th, 2017)

Oct 8th: RIYA LEE RENDELL Daughter of Eric & Lauralee(Butt) Rendell (Born: May 3rd, 2017)

Oct. 15th:ASHTON JOHN WADE McDONALD Son of Jackson McDonald & Krista Penney (Born: June 1st, 2017)

Oct. 29th: JACKSON HOYLES KELLOWAY Son of Peter Kelloway & Lori-Ann Hoyles (Born: July 13th. 2017) Nov. 12th: NASH WILLIAM ALBERT KING Son of Glenn & Courtney (Deering) King (Born: Sept. 19th, 2017)

Dec. 3rd: FARRAH SADIE MILLEY Daughter of Christopher & Ashley (Butt) Milley (Born: July 12th, 2017) Dec. 17th: KAITLYN JEANETTE SNELGROVE Daughter of Ross Snelgrove & Chasity Swain (Born: Aug. 8th, 2017)

MARRIAGES

July 14th: CLIFTON JARRATT ELLISON ROSE & KRISTEN DANA PAULINE SMITHJuly 15th: BARRY ERNEST THOMAS PENNEY & JESSICA JULIA MARIE GALWAY

Aug. 19th: MITCHELL THOMAS SLADE & BHREAGH ALEXANDRA SCHIELSept. 9th: JORDAN TED HEFFORD & ASHLEY JESSICA KINGOct. 14th: ANDREW JEHU BUTT & ASHLEY JESSICA BUTTOct. 28th: ANDREW DAVID JAMES GREEN & SARA TIFFANY KING

CELEBRATIONS OF LIFE(Includes Funerals, Memorial Services, Interments &

Inurnments)

Jan. 4th: GEORGE W. SLADE (d. Jan. 2nd, 2017)Jan. 29th: STERLING SLADE (d. Jan. 26th, 2017)Feb. 7th: * REGAN PENNEY (d. Feb. 2nd, 2017)Feb. 24th: CYRIL WHITE (d. Feb. 21st, 2017)Apr. 28th: ELIZABETH MIRANDA SLADE (d. Apr. 25th, 2017)May 16th: RAYFIELD AUBREY BUDDEN (d. May 13th, 2017)May 25th: HAROLD A. WHITE (d. May 22nd, 2017)Aug. 2nd: * WARREN SLADE (d. Jan. 23rd, 2017)Aug. 13th: JOHN EDGAR SWAIN (d. Aug. 10th, 2017)Sept. 23rd: JENNIFER KELSEY (d. July 19th, 2017)Oct. 9th: GRAHAM WHITE (d. Oct. 6th, 2017)Oct. 27th: JACQUELINE CHUBBS (d. Oct. 24th, 2017)Nov. 14th: WALLACE MAIDMENT (d. Nov. 11th, 2017)Nov. 15th: ELIZA R. ROSE (d. Nov. 12th, 2017)Dec. 21st: GENNIE M. SLADE (d. Dec. 18th, 2017)Dec. 23rd: ROGER J. ROSE (d. Dec. 19th. 2017)

* Denotes membership on the Pastoral Charge Historic Roll

NEW MEMBERS RECEIVED BY CONFIRMATION

June 4th: BELLA COX

LORNA GARLANDRACHEL GRAHAMGINA KELLYFAYTH REYNOLDSMILLICENT SLADE

NEW MEMBERS RECEIVED BY TRANSFER

June 4th: ISABELLE COLE - transferred from Victoria United Church, Victoria, NLJune 4th: ROSCOE COLE - transferred from Victoria United Church, Victoria, NL

MINISTRY & PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

Committee Members: Isabelle Cole, Rosalind Butt, Ruby King, Marilyn Homer and Lisa King-Butt (Convenor)

The Ministry and Personnel Committee met on a regular basis throughout 2017 and submitted reports and/or recommendations to the Official Board when appropriate. At the end of 2017, Mrs. Ruby King completed her tenure with the M & P Committee. We would like to express our great appreciation to Ruby for the continuous support and dedication she so graciously offered our committee. As a result of the current vacancy, the M & P Committee is currently seeking new members.

With God’s guidance, the Ministry and Personnel Committee will continue to carry out its mandate within the parameters of the bylaws outlined in the Manual of The United Church of Canada.

Submitted by: Lisa King-Butt Convenor

SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGEINCOME & EXPENSE REPORT

20172017 INCOME

Income Envelopes (SC) 66,512.40 HST Rebate 1,566.53UCW (SC) 3,000.00 Payroll Supplement 7,978.78UCW Phone (SC) 1,520.00 Good Times Committee 3,311.62Student Grant (SC) 2,058.00 Burry Heights 170.00Income Envelopes (PC) 17,504.65 Observer 175.00UCW (PC) 1,000.00 Milltown Fire Relief 405.00UCW Phone (PC) 150.00 Daily Bread 111.55

TOTAL INCOME $ 105,463.53

2017 EXPENSESCharge Assessments 5,293.00 Website 172.61Manse Insurance 870.00 Observer 200.00Manse telephone 2,173.93 Clergy Appreciation 100.00Manse Oil 1,924.65 District Meetings Accom. 548.55Manse Electricity 1,519.57 Daily Bread 111.55

Manse Repairs 63.67 Confirmation Bibles / Baptismal Candles 196.80

Office telephone 2,261.19 Welcome Back Sunday 163.67Copier/Lease Contract 1,528.95 Good Times Committee 429.93Postage 217.97 Milltown Fire Relief 405.00Office Supplies 1,055.21 Travel 3,437.50Continued Education 37.00 Other 166.54District meetings 400.00 Payroll 76,148.27Season of the Spirit 260.00 ADP Service Charge 305.31Bulletins 401.36 Bank Service Charge 362.65Year Book 33.50

TOTAL EXPENSES $ 100,788.382017 NET INCOME $ 4,675.15

BANK BALANCE $ 23,994.27MANSE MODERNIZATION REPAYMENT FUND

2017 INCOME 1,068.50

2017 EXPENSES 63.67

2009-2017 INCOME $ 37,074.382009-2017 EXPENSES $ 50,292.56

SUMMARY OF PASTORAL CHARGE CONTRIBUTORS - 2017

AMOUNT RECEIVED SALMON COVE PERRY’S COVE TOTAL$ 0 16 5 21

$1 - $ 49 4 2 6$ 50 - $ 99 5 4 9

$ 100 - $ 199 17 6 23$ 200 - $ 299 14 4 18

$ 300 + 145 38 183

TOTAL 201 59 260

SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGE GIC REPORT

Scotia Bank, Carbonear, currently holds {December 31st, 2017) for Salmon Cove Pastoral Charge, Guaranteed Investment Certificates [interest included]in the amount of $18,017.35.

Submitted by: Tracey Slade Office Administrator

MISSION & SERVICE FUND CONTRIBUTIONS2017

RIVERSIDE UNITEDCongregational Givings 2,893.50United Church Women 800.00

Thanksgiving Church 1,029.75

PERRY’S COVE UNITEDCongregational Givings 1,555.07United Church Women 800.00

Thanksgiving Church 523.10

PASTORAL CHARGE TOTAL $ 7,601.42

SALMON COVE PASTORAL CHARGE PROPOSED INCOME & EXPENSES - Budgeted Items Only

INCOMESALMON COVE 2017(Actual) 2018 (Proposed)

Weekly Budget 67,512.40 67,748.52 Weekly Budget UCW 2,000.00 1,000.00 Loose Plate 1,710.35 1,800.00 Lenten Cards 1,440.50 1,400.00 Advent Cards 1,525.00 1,600.00

PERRY’S COVE Weekly Budget 17,504.65 22,582.83 Weekly Budget UCW 1,000.00 1,000.00 Loose Plate 514.65 600.00 Lenten Cards 490.00 500.00 Advent Cards 464.00 500.00

PASTORAL CHARGE Bulletin Donations 1,115.00 1,200.00 Manse Phone (UCW’S) 650.00 650.00

TOTALS $ 95,926.55 $ 100,581.35EXPENSES

Pastoral Charge Assessments 5,293.00 6.578.35Manse Insurance 870.00 960.00Manse Phone 2,173.930 2,200.00Manse Oil 1,924.65 2,000.00Manse Electricity 1,519.57 1,600.00Manse, Other 63.67 1,500.00Copier Contract/ Lease 1,528.95 1,600.00Office Supplies 1,055.21 1,100.00Miscellaneous 1,267.47 1000.00Other - (Certificates, Clergy Appreciation etc.) 300.00 150.00Continued Education 37.00 1,393.00Travel 3,437.50 3500.00Payroll/Tax Review/Workers Comp/Payroll Service 76,453.58 77,000.00

TOTALS $ 95,924.53 $ 100,581.35

WELCOME TO

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH

SALMON COVE, NL

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCHLOCAL INCOME & EXPENSES

2017 INCOMEEnvelopes/Memorials 26,166.07 Quilting Group 1,322.00Wedding Fee 1,200.00 Sunday School 324.78Church Envelopes 400.10 UCW 800.00

TOTAL INCOME 30,212.95

2017 EXPENSESChurch Maintenance 4,379.83 Transfer- Sunday School 324.78Insurance 2,190.00 Honorarium 1,400.00Electricity 1,888.84 Cemetery Labour 5,220.00Furnace Oil 4,359.67 Secretary Day 50.00Office supplies 24.29 Church Envelopes 584.06Janitorial Supplies 188.01 Piano Tuning 299.00Caretaker 2,799.96 PAR Admin Fee 93.00Food Bank 310.00 Bank Service Charge 155.41Transferred to MFG 100.00 Payroll Expense Income 17.91

TOTAL EXPENSES 24,384.762017 NET INCOME 5,828.19

BANK BALANCE $ 20,082.64

Scotiabank, Carbonear, currently holds the following Guaranteed Investment Certificates for Riverside United Church:

Cashable: $ 38.077.50 Perpetual Care: $ 44,816.85

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH

2017 FUND REPORTMEMORIAL FUND

INCOME EXPENSEEnvelopes/Memorials Memorial FundMFG Carol Sing 3,612.00 Transferred to MFG 2,977.00

TOTAL INCOME 3,612.00 TOTAL EXPENSE 2,977.00NET INCOME 635.00

ACCOUNT BALANCE 7,162.00ACCESSIBILITY FUND

INCOME EXPENSEEnvelopes/Memorials 115.00 Accessibility Fund

Transferred to GIC 190.00TOTAL INCOME 115.00 TOTAL EXPENSE 190.00

NET INCOME 0.00ACCOUNT BALANCE 0.00

PERPETUAL CARE FUNDINCOME EXPENSE

Envelopes/Memorials 665.00 Perpetual Care FundTransferred to GIC 1,020.00

TOTAL INCOME 665.00 TOTAL EXPENSE 1,020.00NET INCOME 0.00

ACCOUNT BALANCE 0.00WINDOW FUND*

*While the Window Fund has officially ended with the completion of the project, there is a balance of $156.57 which is being held to fund the purchase of a Memorial Plaque.

JCP GRANT**INCOME ACCOUNT SUMMARY

Government Grant Expenses 1,020.22Transfer from Board

TOTAL INCOME ACCOUNT BALANCE (1020.22)** While the JCP Grant began in December of 2017 and incurred expenses, no money was received from the government until January of 2018.

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH2017 - WEEKLY BUDGET FINANCIAL REPORT

INCOMEWeekly Budget by Envelopes 61,233.14UCW 2,000.00Loose Offering 1,710.35Bulletins 845.00Lenten Cards 1,440.50Advent Cards 1,525.00Manse Modernization Repayment 720.50UCW Office & Manse Telephone 1,520.00Payroll Expense Income 17.91Certificate Copies (Baptism / Marriage) 20.00Student Grant 2,058.00

SUB-TOTAL * $ 73,090.40The following amounts are forwarded, as received, to their

particular purpose.Milltown Relief 245.00Daily Bread 48.25Burry Heights 170.00Observer 75.00M & S – Congregation 2,815.00M & S – UCW 800.00M & S – “Blessings Church” 1,029.75


Total amount forwarded to Pastoral Charge Office

* The Weekly Budget portion of our offering envelopes is used totally for the expenses of the Pastoral Charge – including salaries and housing. Local congregational expenses are not

paid for from this portion of our budget.

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCHPROPOSED INCOME & EXPENSES – 2018

Budgeted Items Only

PROPOSED LOCAL EXPENSES2017

ACTUAL2018

PROPOSEDChurch Maintenance 4,379.83 5,000.00Caretaker 2,799.96 2,800.00Cemetery labour 5,220.00 5,500.00Insurance 2,190.00 2,400.00Janitorial Supplies 188.01 350.00Electricity 1,888.84 2,000.00Furnace Oil 4,359.67 4,400.00Honorariums 1,400.00 1,400.00Office Supplies 24.29 50.00Piano Tuning 299.00 300.00Church Envelopes 584.06 550.00Youth 160.00Bank Service Charges 155.41 160.00PAR Admin Fee 93.00 100.00

TOTALS $ 23,582.07 $ 25,170.00

PROPOSED LOCAL INCOME2017

ACTUAL2018

PROPOSEDLocal 26,166.07 23,770.00UCW (Local Expenses) 800.00 1,000.00Initial Envelopes 400.10 400.00

TOTALS $ 27,366.17 $ 25,170.00

RIVERSIDE BOARD OF MANAGEMENTCHURCH PROPERTIES REPORT

CEMETERYAgain, this year several people came along for our annual Spring Clean-Up in which we picked up garbage and old flowers. Our

thanks to the Town Staff who keeps the water barrels full in the summer and the cemetery garbage bins emptied. Once again, this year the Board issued an invitation for tenders for our summer maintenance program. Two bids were received with Clay Oates being the accepted, lower tender. This program is quite an expensive one annually, and the Committee and Board are open to other suggestions you may have.

STUDENT GRANTThis year we had four applicants for our annual grant, and Emily Reynolds was chosen by the Committee as the successful applicant. She was kept quite busy over the course of the grant with cleaning, painting and other tasks assigned to her. We thank her for her commitment and work.

CHURCHDuring the summer the Committee invited interested persons to come along and paint the exterior basement walls. Six people responded, and a wonderful job was completed in 6 or 7 hours. We extend many thanks to those who responded.The Board applied for another JCP Grant in the fall which would see more necessary improvements done on our properties. Work planned included: church hall painted;

kitchen flooring upgraded; vestry flooring changed, and walls painted; the installation of a windbreak at the basement entrance; and the modernization of the area around the vestry and eastern stairwell. We have allocated funds and time to complete the manse modernization project as well with major work being done upstairs. We were successful in our grant application and work began just prior to Christmas.The Church Properties Committee is still investigating possibilities regarding upgrading the church’s chime system. Hopefully we can obtain the suitable expertise soon and have the project completed.The Board is also entertaining a proposal to replace the shingled roof with a metal roof. There may be an option to do so by utilizing some very low labour costs. We will keep you informed as details become available.The Board also received a request from the Senior Choir for the purchase of new choir gowns. The present gowns are fifteen years old and are beginning to show their age. The Board is

suggesting that maybe other groups in the church might be willing to help with this project so that our Senior Choir looks as good as they sound!

The Church Properties Committee, with support from the Board of Management, feels that we are keeping abreast of necessary repairs on our properties. Unfortunately, when you think

you are on top of everything, something else pops up. We are always open to any suggestions that members of the congregation bring forward.

Submitted by: Willis Parsons Secretary – Board of Management Church Properties Committee

RIVERSIDE WALKERS2017 Annual Report

The Riverside Walkers program, which is part of the original “Riverside Steps to Incredible Health”, had a very successful year. Our numbers have increased slightly to over 16. All events have been free thus far and we are happy to say there is no fee for joining. Our aim is to encourage our members to exercise

regularly, eat sensibly, and enjoy life with friends and family.

Part of our program involves inviting special guests who will enlighten us on issues such as the importance of “flu Shots”, importance of fitness, socializing, getting out of the house, any chronic conditions we may have and even legal matters including writing wills.

Since our inception we have been successful in receiving several grants. However, this past year or two we have not. We are continuing to apply with hopes of obtaining one this year. The grant money has enabled us to buy two sets of curling games as well as take a number of trips, including to St. John's and the Pitcher’s Pond Golf Course.

We do our walks or exercise on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning at 9:00am. We finish around 9:30 am, then go for a nutritional break and a laugh. It's all very casual.

We would like to issue an invitation to all seniors who are able to join our program and enjoy the spirit of exercising together in our church. All are welcome!!!

QUILTERS PLUS GROUP

Quilters Plus was formed in 2007, and while we have remained active, our group has never submitted a report for the Annual Report of the pastoral charge. At Rev. Wayne’s insistence, this year we have done so.

We have approximately sixteen members in our group, and 2017 was another wonderful year. We meet regularly on Wednesdays, and since we are using the space and utilities of Riverside, our members put money in each week. At the end of the year we present the amount collected to Riverside for their local expenses. This year, as their Financial Report shows, our group presented them with $1,322.00.

As our name indicates, our members are not all quilters. Each week, while some are working on beautiful quilts, others are busy knitting or completing some other project. Each week includes a pot-luck lunch, with wonderful food to sample. Sometimes, on special days, we have special meals to celebrate.

While the completed work is important, the fellowship is equally so. We enjoy simply getting together, sharing stories, and many laughs. We give God thanks for the many blessings we have received.

Submitted by: Rose Peckham Quilters Plus

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN ACTIVITY REPORT

With the guidance of our President, Isabelle Cole, we had a successful year both financially and spiritually. We held ten regular meetings, one Executive meeting, and two Information Sessions.

Any decisions made by the Executive were brought back to a regular meeting for information and approval.

Our Sick and Visitation Committee was busy with numerous visits and phone calls, and sent many cards to the sick and shut-ins. Their report can give you the details.

Our Program Convenor, as can be seen in her report, was busy preparing Bible Study for each meeting and worship for church services.

We held five fundraisers in 2017 which were as follows:March - Afternoon Tea & Bake SaleApril - Ham, Macaroni & Cheese Take OutMay – Cold Plate Take OutOctober – Ham, Potato & Vegetable Take Out and Sale TableNovember – Fall Sale and Cold Plate Take Out

Other activities were as follows: We were not required to participate in a January birthday party since the Interfaith

Home had become a part of the new Pte. Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavilion. It was decided that any member who was interested would accompany the Men’s Fellowship Group to the homes when they visited.

February – we helped with the Sunday School Valentine’s Party March – we hosted the World Day of Prayer service with Perry’s Cove UCW March – served coffee and muffins before morning worship April – attended the annual UCW Rally at Bethany United in Carbonear May – three members attended the AGM in Clarenville July – prepared lunch for the VBS kids and their leaders July – one member attended the UCW 55th Anniversary celebrations in British

Columbia September – 8 members travelled to Lewisporte to celebrate the 55th Anniversary

celebrations with members from across Newfoundland and Labrador November – laid a wreath on Remembrance Day November – 2 members attended a Volunteer Dinner hosted by the Hospital

Auxiliary December – went to Fong’s Restaurant for Christmas Dinner

We financially supported the Least Coin, Stella’s Circle, Ronald McDonald House, the TCP Telethon, Burry Heights Camp, the Janeway Hospital, the Food Bank and the Chaplaincy Fund. We surpassed our financial

commitment to the pastoral charge and local congregation, as well as meeting our objective to the Mission and Service Fund. Details are available in our Financial Report. Our UCW Group, aided by congregational members, presented fifty knitted shawls to the Cancer Unit the at Carbonear General Hospital.

We also want to express thanks to Marc Blackwood who designed and produced the UCW 55 th

Anniversary banner we proudly displayed at the Lewisporte celebrations. It is now hanging in the church sanctuary.

Our blessings overflowed in October when three young women of our congregation joined our group. We look forward to another busy and spiritual year as we work together to support our church. Thank you to the members of our congregation and the general public for your continued support. Without your help we cannot do what we do. God’s blessings to you all.

Submitted by: Linda Vaters Secretary

PROGRAM CONVENOR’S REPORT

Our UCW, along with Perry’s Cove UCW, held the World Day of Prayer service in March. We conducted a church service in July when Rev. Wayne was on vacation.

We held an Anniversary Worship and Celebration celebrating the 55 th

anniversary of the United Church Women in September. Perry’s Cove UCW members were invited to attend. The Convenor met with members attending the Anniversary Celebrations in Lewisporte to help with providing material for entertainment. Entertainment was provided after our Christmas Dinner outing.

Devotions are held by members of our UCW during all of our regular meetings throughout the year. Bible Study is also held by the Convenor during our meetings. During this past year we began studying the Gospel of John and at our Christmas meeting we did a study on a Christmas passage.

Thanks go to all members who took part in the various aspects of this ministry during the pastyear.

Submitted by: Marilyn Homer - Program ConvenorSICK & VISITATION REPORT

The 2017 Sick and Visitation Committee consisted of Lorna Garland, Isabelle Cole and Helen Parsons. During the year we made a total of 108 visits. We took birthday cards to our Seniors’

Homes and the sick at home and in hospital. We visited the sick and shut-ins at Christmas. We also made visits to the Funeral Homes as required. We distributed 17 birthday cards, 44 sympathy cards, and 20 get-well cards. We paid tribute to 5 deceased ladies by placing a rose on their casket during the funeral service. We delivered 4 fruit baskets to our UCW members who were hospitalized or sick at home. There were 17 Christmas gifts distributed, and 1 Christmas card. There were 6 telephone calls to ladies of our congregation or those who had moved from the community.

2017 was a busy year for us, but it was a pleasure to visit our shut-ins knowing they enjoyed our visits. I’d like to thank Lorna and Isabelle for their help throughout the year.

Submitted by: Helen Parsons – Convenor

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH WOMENOUTREACH COMMITTEE

This year our UCW members have been very generous and, through special offerings of loonies and toonies at our regular meetings, were able to contribute $ 250.00 to the Stella Burry Foundation. This gift was greatly appreciated, and we offer thanks to our members for their continued support.

In addition, and as reported in our financial report, we have also supported Burry Heights, NL Chaplaincy, The Least Coin, and our local shut-ins.

Submitted by: Mildred Slade Rosalind King

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN2017 FINANCIAL REPORT

INCOME EXPENSES

Fundraisers 10,191.23 Fundraisers 1,876.87

Donations 169.00 Donations 1,225.00

Membership Fees 150.00 Bank Charges 116.34

Calendar Sales 264.00 Office Telephone 1,020.00

Emmanuel House 206.25 Cards & Gifts 570.84

Least Coin 93.95 East District UCW 500.00

World Day of Prayer 200.45 Kitchen Expenses

Event Registration 90.00 Riverside Board of Management 800.00

Offerings 216.80 Salmon Cove Pastoral Charge 4,300.00

Miscellaneous 105.00 Funeral Expenses 158.41

Miscellaneous 606.67

TOTAL INCOME $ 11,686.68 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 11,174.13

2017 SUMMARY


TOTAL EXPENSES $ 11,174.13

NET INCOME $ 512.55


Submitted by: Hertha BlackwoodTreasurer

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN NOMINATIONS REPORT2018 EXECUTIVE & COMMITTEE MEMBERS

POSITION MEMBERPRESIDENT FLORENCE ROSE

VICE-PRESIDENT MARILYN HOMERSECRETARY LINDA VATERSTREASURER HERTHA BLACKWOOD

PROGRAM CONVENOR ISABELLE COLE

SOCIAL COMMITTEECo-Convenors MARGARET CLARKE & FRANCES COLE

Members STELLA PARSONSMILDRED SLADEROSALIND KING

CAROL ROSEBERTHA SLADE

MINA SLADE

OUTREACH COMMITTEECovenor MILDRED SLADEMember ROSALIND KING

SICK & VISITATIONConvenor HELEN PARSONSMembers LORNA GARLAND

MARILYN HOMER

DECORATINGConvenor BETTY SLADEMembers HELEN PARSONS

ROSALIND KING

NOMINATIONSMembers BERTHA SLADE

DOREEN KING

REPRESENTATIVESOFFICIAL BOARD – President SESSION – Marilyn Homer

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT – Mildred Slade FFCE – Hertha Blackwood

RIVERSIDE MEN’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP2017 ACTIVITY REPORT

Our 2017 activities were fewer in number than in previous years. One of the main reasons for this was the opening of the new Long Term Care Facility in Carbonear which replaced three homes in the area.

Due to the amalgamation our services were not required as often. However, it appears that our visits were still very much appreciated and important to the residents.

Our bi-monthly visits to Luxury Estates are still well-attended and appreciated by both the residents and our group members. We are thankful to members of the UCW who accompany us on our visits there. Other activities within the church were on par with previous years. Our Shrove Tuesday “Pancakes & Ashes” event was successful and saw our annual Pancake Supper followed by an Introduction to Lent service in the sanctuary.

Some other activities included: Repairing a kitchen cabinet Hosting a “Coffee Time” for the congregation Catered a meal for “Messy Church” Attended a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at Victoria Conducted worship in July during Rev. Wayne’s vacation Served supper during Vacation Bible School Attended a Men’s Fellowship Supper and Sing-a-Long at Bethany United in Carbonear Hosted a Supper and Sing-a-Long for Men’s Groups from Old Perlican and Carbonear –

special invited guests were former members Ray Case and Wayne Homer who both shared their musical talents

Held another Moose Sausage Sale after being successful in obtaining a license Laid a wreath at the Remembrance Day Ceremonies Hosted our 14th annual Christmas Carol Memorial Sing – special thanks to our President

Will and the general public for making this event our most successful ever Replaced our “Visit from Santa” event with our first ever “Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs.

Claus”. The event was an exceptional success and we thank Mr. & Mrs. Claus for their co-operation.

Helped with parking when required for church funerals.

Submitted by: George N. Slade – Secretary

1RIVERSIDE MEN’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP2017 FINANCIAL REPORT

2017 INCOME 2017 EXPENSESDonations 149.00 Bank Fees 225.09

Fundraisers 8,792.50 Fundraiser Expenses 1,644.21Other Income 7.00 Donation Expenses 142.86Offerings 974.90 Cards & Gifts 127.80

Other Expenses 820.47

TOTAL INCOME $ 9,923.40 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 2,960.43

SUMMARY2017 INCOME $ 9,923.402017 EXPENSES $ 2,960.432017 NET INCOME $ 6,962.97

2016 Balance $ 999.05Submitted by: John Vaters Treasurer

BANK BALANCE (December 31st, 2017)

$ 7,962.02

RIVERSIDE UNITED CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL

Sunday School started on January 22, 2017, with 25 children registered. Our order of service starts with attending church for the beginning of the regular service, where we have a “Children's Moment " with Rev. Wayne. The Sunday School children are now collecting the offering during the morning service. We then go to the church hall, give out small birthday gifts and receive our offering. We continue to use the "Godly Play" curriculum for our children. We can also offer our Tiny Tots program for toddlers.

Our 2017 activities included:

February 18 - UCW hosted our Valentine's Party, where we had a painting session with Michelle's Fine Art Studio.

May 14 - Hosted the Christian Family Sunday Service, where we dedicated new song binders to the Junior Choir and donated a beautiful wreath for the Sunday School area, all in memory of our beloved Dana Cox

May 28 - Closing party at Carbonear Swimming pool July 17, 18 & 19 - Vacation Bible School, entitled " There's No Friend Like Jesus" September 17 - resumed Sunday School October 1 – “Welcome Back to Church Sunday” with the Sunday School, as well as

World Communion for all November 5 - Participated in the Remembrance Day parade December 10 - hosted the White Gift Service, with a play entitled, " J is for Jesus". The

congregation and Sunday School donated toiletry items for O'Shaunessy House, in Carbonear.

December 16 - Breakfast with Santa, hosted by the Men's Fellowship The Sunday School also participated in the Lighting of the Advent Candles throughout

the Advent season.

We express our heartfelt thanks to those who supported our Sunday financially. I would also like to thank the Men's Fellowship, UCW, Mrs. Gladys Case, Rev. Wayne and Hertha, parents and the Sunday School leaders: Lisa Slade (Treasurer), Danita Hyde, and Vicki Graham, for their support over the past year.

Submitted by: Deann King, Superintendent

RIVERSIDE SUNDAY SCHOOL2017 FINANCIAL REPORT

INCOME EXPENSEOffering 263.90 Mother’s Day 103.20Donations 1 446.78 Year End Party 264.18Rock Club Transfer 611.10 VBS Expenses 326.71

Valentine Painting Party 300.00TOTAL INCOME $ 1,321.10 Clergy Appreciation 25.00

1 DONATION NOTES

Donations were received from: Congregational Donations JEM Signs Riverside United

Supply Containers 17.25Canteen – Coffee House 98.75Snacks for Godly Play 13.88Bank Charges 20.50Junior Choir Binders 24.89Worship Dance Gift Cards 45.00

Worship Dance Pizza Party 33.18

TOTAL EXPENSE $ 1,272.54

SUMMARYTOTAL INCOME $ 1,321.78TOTAL EXPENSE $ 1, 272.54NET INCOME $ 49.24


Submitted by:Lisa Slade - Treasurer

The concept of “Messy Church” may be a strange one for many of you. It’s simply another way of “doing” church that doesn’t involve hymns, choirs, pews, or, at times, even ministers! It’s meant to accommodate folks within our pastoral charges who find it impossible to participate in the regular Sunday worship service. Adults are expected to accompany the children who attend, and the gathering encompasses fun, fellowship and food. What is extremely exciting about our participation in this project is that it involves sharing resources with Carbonear Pastoral Charge and Victoria-Freshwater Pastoral Charge. In many ways, I believe, it is an indication of what our future can look like.

The following is a report presented to the Carbonear Pastoral Charge. We are proud to present it as part of our Annual Report as well.

Rev. WayneMESSY CHURCH REPORT

Messy Church is growing!! We are always being asked “When is the next one?” or “The kids loved it.”

We started 2017 with a Messy Church at Bethany United in Carbonear on March 3 rd with the theme “Joshua and the Wall”. We had over 45 children and adults in attendance.

On May 12th we had our next one at Riverside United, Salmon Cove. The theme was “Spring Festival (He is risen).” Over 30 people attended that one.

In the fall we started up with one in Victoria United Church on October 6th. The theme was “Thanksgiving” and we had 35-40 children and adults attending.

On November 23rd we had a special event at Bethany for Messy Church. The theme was “Nativity” and we had two groups of children up to Grade 6 and a teens group up to 16 years of age with parents and guardians. We were thrilled to have Ocean View Art Gallery (Tammy and Michelle) to come and instruct the groups in a beautiful Nativity painting. We had around 68 children, teens, parents and guardians attend. It was a great event and the kids and adults loved the painting.

We had four very successful events this year and are continuing to grow and reach out to our youth. Our next one is on February 16th at Riverside United, Salmon Cove with the theme “The Good Samaritan”. Come check us out and experience Church in a new way! Messy Church committee member are Deann King (Salmon Cove), Lynn Evely (Victoria), Michelle Penny-Rowe and Terri Green (Carbonear).

WELCOME TO

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCH

PERRY’S COVE, NL

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCHWEEKLY BUDGET FINANCIAL REPORT

2017 INCOME

Weekly Budget by Envelopes 15,418.00Loose Offering 514.65Bulletins 270.00Lenten Cards 490.00Advent Cards 464.00Manse Modernization Repayment 348.00UCW 1,000.00UCW – Manse Telephone 150.00

SUB-TOTAL* $18,654.65

The following amounts are forwarded, as received, to their particular purpose.

Observer 100.00Daily Bread 66.30M & S 1,555.07M & S - UCW 800.00M & S – “Blessings Church” 523.10Milltown Relief Fund 160.00


Total amount forwarded to Pastoral Charge Office

* The Weekly Budget portion of our offering envelopes is used totally for the expenses of the Pastoral Charge – including salaries and housing. Local congregational expenses are not paid for

from this portion of our budget.

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCHLOCAL INCOME & EXPENSES

2017 INCOMEEnvelopes / Memorials 7,192.42

Initial Offering 119.00

TOTAL INCOME 7,311.42

2017 EXPENSESChurch Maintenance 763.76 Snow Removal 320.00Insurance 1,090.00 Honorarium 200.00Electricity 841.15 Piano Tuning 149.50Furnace Oil 764.13 Church Envelopes 181.50Advent Candles 11.25 Bank Charges 73.90Office Supplies 84.25 PAR Charges 37.00Caretaker 1,100.00Cemetery Labour 205.00

TOTAL EXPENSES $ 5,821.442017 NET INCOME $ 1,489.98


PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCH

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

CHURCH PROPERTIES REPORT

2017 has been a rewarding year with some projects being completed. Basement window openings have been restored and readied for the installation of new windows in the Spring of 2018. The balance of the concrete delivery was used to pour a cement pad in front of our basement entrance.

New windows have been ordered to replace the existing basement windows. New panelling has been installed in the hallway to the bathrooms.

One student was hired through a Canada Summer Jobs grant in conjunction with the Perry’s Cove Days Celebrations Committee. He was instrumental in maintaining the Church grounds and also keeping the cemeteries looking presentable. The sanctuary stairway was also painted by the student. A lock was also replaced on the bathroom door.

Community volunteers came out to help with the Spring Cleanup at our cemetery.

The Church Properties Committee invites any and all suggestions from the congregation to help us improve our properties.

Submitted by: Sandra Noel Church Properties Committee

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCH WOMENACTIVITY REPORT

2017 was a very rewarding year for our UCW under the leadership of our President, Ruby King and Vice-President, Rosalind Butt. We have a membership of nineteen with an average meeting attendance of nine. Eight meetings were held throughout the year. Our meetings opened with the UCW Purpose in unison. Devotions prepared for our meetings included meditations, scriptures,

prayers and hymns. Meetings ended with a closing hymn in remembrance of our sick and shut-ins. Minutes and correspondence were read at each meeting. Reports were presented by the Treasurer and Church in the World Convenor. During Roll Call, when names were called, each member responded by repeating a verse of scripture.

Donations were made to various causes during the year, including local and global outreach. Please refer to our Financial Report for details. There were 356 visits recorded to the hospital, sick and shut-ins. Many birthday, sympathy and get-well cards were sent during the year as well.

Our activities for 2017 included the following: Attended and assisted with the Riverside UCW World Day of Prayer service Attended Spring Rally at Bethany United in Carbonear Helped with Easter Sunday Breakfast at Riverside Prepared and delivered package to Emmanuel House consisting of items needed to help

set up an apartment Hosted the Pour for the Cure event and held an Afternoon Tea and Sale in aid of the

Canadian Cancer Society Sandra made gift bags for Stella’s Circle and UCW members filled them with personal

items for both men and women Attended Presidents’ Meeting in Salmon Cove Attended Friendship Night in Victoria Conducted worship services when required Continued to support our foster child Donations from members were made to Hospital Auxiliary Gift Shop Donations from members were made to Burry Heights Fun Day Sold church calendars Attended Remembrance Day Ceremonies at Salmon Cove and assisted with lunch Planned and carried out our main fundraisers which included Cold Plate Suppers,

Thanksgiving Supper, and our Soup and Bean Supper in conjunction with Perry’s Cove Days

Held regular meetings in the members’ homes where lunch was served and enjoyed by all

Delivered gifts and cards to all seniors in the community for Christmas Ended the year with a pot-luck Christmas Dinner and gift exchange at the church hall

Thank you to Rev. Wayne and Hertha for their continued guidance and support. Thank you to our officers and members who worked well together during the past year and also to the

people of the community and beyond who made our fundraisers successful. May God be our Guide as we enter a new year of Service.

Submitted by: Sandra Noel Secretary

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN2018 EXECUTIVE MEMBERS

POSITION MEMBERPresident Rosalind Butt

Vice-President Ruby KingSecretary Sandra NoelTreasurer Betty King

Program Convenor Elvia KingChurch in the World Convenor Laura Bray

REPRESENTATIVES TO VARIOUS BOARDS & COMMITTEESOFFICIAL BOARD President - Rosalind Butt

SESSION Rosalind ButtBOARD OF MANAGEMENT Laura Bray

FFCE Ruby King

PERRY’S COVE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN2017 FINANCIAL REPORT

2017 INCOME (2017 Expenses – continued)

Socials 6362.50 Labrador Fund 10.00

Offering 375.40 National Healing Fund 10.00

Fees 150.00 Hospital Auxiliary Shower 25.00

Pour for the Cure 635.00 Least Coin 30.00

Calendars 120.00 Bank Charges 73.90

Rally Registration 60.00 TCP Health Foundation 50.00

Burry Heights Collection 50.00 Heart & Stroke Fund 20.00

Cash on Hand 16.27 Milltown Fire Relief 25.00


2017 EXPENSES TOTAL EXPENSES $6, 873.21

Socials 1288.54

Weekly Budget 1000.00

M & S 800.00

Manse Telephone 150.00 2017 SUMMARY

Bell Aliant 903.12 TOTAL INCOME $ 7,769.17

Pour for the Cure 700.00 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 6,873.21

Calendars 125.00 NET INCOME $ 895.96

Local Outreach 75.00

Seniors Christmas Gifts 128.11

Rally Registration 60.00 BANK BALANCE $ 4,851.13

Emmanuel House 221.44 CASH ON HAND $ 17.79

World Vision / Foster Child 648.10 TOTAL ASSETS $ 4,868.92

Assessments 190.00

World Day of Prayer DVD 15.00

Chaplaincy 100.00 Submitted by: Betty KingTreasurerBurry Heights 150.00

Janeway Telethon 50.00

Ronald McDonald House 25.00

“Where Does My Money Go?”

WEEKLY BUDGET - MISSION & SERVICE - LOCAL - OTHER?

WEEKLY BUDGET - Goes to Official Board for Pastoral Charge expenses including: Clergy Salary & Benefits (including Travel & Continuing Education)

Office Administrator Salary Pastoral Charge Office Expenses Office telephone & internet Website and domain name registration Manse Utilities & Regular Maintenance Manse Insurance Bulletin purchase Advent & Lenten cards Pastoral Charge assessments to NL Conference Delegate registration for East District/Conference meetings

MISSION & SERVICE - Goes to United Church of Canada for National Church Programming & Support – only funds designated for M & S are forwarded

Mission Support Grants to all Conferences Salaries for Conference Staff across the country Worldwide mission projects with ecumenical partners

LOCAL - Stays with designated local congregation Maintenance and repairs on church building Church envelopes Ensures annual cemetery maintenance program Pays heat and light for local church Pays caretaker salary Janitorial supplies Pays insurance on church building Piano Tuning

OTHER - Bulletin Donation - to Weekly Budget Lenten Cards - to Weekly Budget Advent Cards - to Weekly Budget Food Bank - to Local Food Bank (Salvation Army) Sunday School - to Sunday School (Riverside only) Accessibility Fund - to local congregation (Riverside only) Memorial Fund - to local congregation Perpetual Care Fund - to local congregation (Riverside only) MMR (Manse Modernization Repayment) – Weekly Budget Accessibility Fund – to local congregation (Riverside only) Mother’s Day – as designated by donor Father’s Day – as designated by donor

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