St Thomas’s Church Denbigh
Rev. Gareth Roberts
Annual Report 2009
MINISTERS FORWARD
Friends, you hold in your hands the most important official document our church produces annually- the Report. Peruse its pages and you will derive an accurate overview of the life of our church and the many and varied activities that take place within.
I feel that I must thank the Elders for their commitment, Perhaps many of you don't realize all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to run an efficient church. I can assure you of the commitment of the Elders and Church Officers and that they are worthy of your praise.
It was during the year that Mrs. Elizabeth McKinlay retired from the position of Church Secretary, which she had occupied since the time when The Revd. Meirion Thomas was the Minister. It was always a pleasure to chair the Elders' Meetings with Liz acting as secretary. We are so grateful for the care and conscientiousness she displayed in the role. Thank you so much Liz.
Mrs. Mary Dent has taken over the reigns as our new Church Secretary. She has hit the ground running and, as one would expect, Mary is organized and efficient, as well as being a pleasure to co-operate with (as are all the Elders/ Officers I hasten to add!). Thank you, Mary, for taking on the role.
For a number of year now it has fallen to Mr, Richard Lake to put together this Annual Report, and we greatly appreciate all his hard work for the church in this and so many other areas. This year Miss Pat Squire has taken on the responsibility, for which we are very grateful.
Although it is the Elders/ Church Officers, along with myself, who take responsibility as a team for the life, worship and witness of St Thomas', this is not the same as saying we are the only ones who can do things. If you have gifts which you can use for the good of the church, then use them. If you think that the work of the church can be strengthened in some way, then, subject to the approval of the Elders, you are quite welcome to use your time and talents to do something about it.
I greatly appreciate all of you who have a particular role within our church. And even if you do not have a specific role or duty to perform, never forget the great service you render the Gospel by simply worshiping in Church on Sundays. A church family is like a jigsaw puzzle, every piece is important in building up the picture, as every member and friend is important in the life of the church. We fit together into a whole.
We always need new worshippers, church members/ friends. If you have family members or friends who show an interest in church, try to bring them along to a Sunday service or social event. They will always receive a warm welcome.
I feel that I must thank the Elders for their commitment, Perhaps many of you don't realize all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to run an efficient church. I can assure you of the commitment of the Elders and Church Officers and that they are worthy of your praise.
It was during the year that Mrs. Elizabeth McKinlay retired from the position of Church Secretary, which she had occupied since the time when The Revd. Meirion Thomas was the Minister. It was always a pleasure to chair the Elders' Meetings with Liz acting as secretary. We are so grateful for the care and conscientiousness she displayed in the role. Thank you so much Liz.
Mrs. Mary Dent has taken over the reigns as our new Church Secretary. She has hit the ground running and, as one would expect, Mary is organized and efficient, as well as being a pleasure to co-
For a number of year now it has fallen to Mr, Richard Lake to put together this Annual Report, and we greatly appreciate all his hard work for the church in this and so many other areas. This year Miss Pat Squire has taken on the responsibility, for which we are very grateful.
Although it is the Elders/ Church Officers, along with myself, who take responsibility as a team for the life, worship and witness of St Thomas', this is not the same as saying we are the only ones who can do things. If you have gifts which you can use for the good of the church, then use them. If you think that the work of the church can be strengthened in some way, then, subject to the approval of the Elders, you are quite welcome to use your time and talents to do something about it.
I greatly appreciate all of you who have a particular role within our church. And even if you do not have a specific role or duty to perform, never forget the great service you render the Gospel by simply worshiping in Church on Sundays. A church family is like a jigsaw puzzle, every piece is important in building up the picture, as every member and friend is important in the life of the church. We fit together into a whole.
We always need new worshippers, church members/ friends. If you have family members or friends who show an interest in church, try to bring them along to a Sunday service or social event. They will always receive a warm welcome.
With every blessing Gareth
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Sunday School
Guild
Crusaders
Financial
Prayer Meeting
Gardening Club
Theatre Group
Choir