City View United Church is presently searching for a new staff member.

Staff Vacancy Notice

M&O: Ottawa Presbytery
City View United Church Minister/designated Lay Minister for youth and young families (60%, 24 hours),

Start: Negotiable cvuc.jsc@gmail.com

Minister / Designated Lay Minister for Youth and Young Families

City View is a suburban Ottawa congregation that wishes to invest in current youth/young families and provide a welcoming environment for growth in that area. To that end, it has a vacancy for a 24 hour per week position to lead congregational ministry to children, youth and young families. The successful Ordained, Diaconal or Designated Lay Minister candidate will have a proven track record in encouraging, facilitating and mentoring lay leadership to these groups, and will work with the current full-time Ordained Minister in providing worship leadership and pastoral care services. In the absence of the full-time minister, the part-time minister/DLM will provide a range of services to parishioners.

The required skills and experience for this position are described in the recent JNAC report which can be found at: http://www.cityviewunited.org/reports/JNAC2008.pdf

To receive consideration, applicants for this position shall send a copy of their curriculum vitae and a covering letter that addresses each of the skills and experience factors, to cvuc.jsc@gmail.com . The letter should describe how the applicant is uniquely suited for this position, what special gifts they will bring to this ministry and why they feel called to this role.

City View United Church

Annual Report for 2007

A. Clergy Report - Note from Neil ..........................................................................................................1

B. Congregational information for 2007...................................................................................................2

Council Chairpersons .............................................................................................................................2

Baptisms................................................................................................................................................ 2

New Members by Confirmation ..............................................................................................................3

New Members by Profession of Faith......................................................................................................3

Deaths in 2007........................................................................................................................................3

C. Committee and Group Reports............................................................................................................4

Council Report........................................................................................................................................4

Worship Committee................................................................................................................................5

Youth Choir ........................................................................................................................................... 6

Senior Choir ...........................................................................................................................................7

Christian Development Committee..........................................................................................................8

Pastoral Care Team ...............................................................................................................................9

Mission and Outreach Committee .........................................................................................................10

Christmas Hamper Sub-Committee........................................................................................................11

Congregational Relations Committee.....................................................................................................13

CVUC Snowflake Bazaar and Craft Fair.................................................................................................14

Membership Committee ........................................................................................................................14

Ministry and Personnel Committee.........................................................................................................15

Nominating Committee..........................................................................................................................16

Property Committee...............................................................................................................................16

Board of Trustees ..................................................................................................................................17

Stewardship Committee ........................................................................................................................17

Ottawa Presbytery ................................................................................................................................18

Men's Club.............................................................................................................................................19

United Church Women...........................................................................................................................21

D. Financial Reports ..............................................................................................................................22

Finance and Administration Committee .................................................................................................22

Statement of Revenue & Expenses - December 31, 2007......................................................................23

Statement of Financial Position .............................................................................................................24

Notes to Financial Statements................................................................................................................25

Summary of Envelope & PAR Givings for 2007 ....................................................................................26

E. Proposed Budget 2007......................................................................................................................27

F. Appendices

1. February 11, 2007 Annual General Meeting Minutes ........................................................................28

2. May 6, 2007 Annual Nominating Meeting Minutes.............................................................................30

3. CVUC COUNCIL 2007-2008, Joint Needs Assessment Nominating List -May 6, 2007 ......................31

A. CLERGY REPORT NOTE FROM NEIL

When I was growing up there was a hymn that we used to sing at the beginning of each New Year. It was written by Francis Havergal and the first verse and chorus was as follows:

Standing at the portal of the opening year,

Words of comfort meet us, hushing every fear,

Spoken through the silence by our Father's voice,

Tender, strong, and faithful, making us rejoice.

Onward, then, and fear not, children of the day

For God's word shall never, never pass away.

Those are wise and comforting words as we begin a new year. The year that we have left behind was full of accomplishments, changes and challenges at City View United. The year-end reports that follow show us to be a healthy and active congregation. W e have consistently solid attendance at worship. W e provide excellent opportunities for Christian education through our Sunday School, adult study groups, house churches, and Men's Club and U.C.W. We contribute a substantial amount to the Mission and Service Fund, provide resources to local mission projects and, of course, reach out magnificently to our community through our Christmas hampers.

This past year was marked by changes. The biggest change came with the resignation of Rev. Whit Strong to accept a call to St. Paul's United Church in Perth, Ontario. We celebrated Whit's sixteen years of ministry at City View with a farewell luncheon in June. Whit, it should be noted, served longer than any previous minister. I enjoyed the nine years that we spent together in team ministry. Following Whit's resignation, a Joint Needs Assessment Committee was formed and this committee has been meeting regularly. We are all looking forward to their report and recommendations regarding on-going and future staffing.

Whit's departure was not the only staff change in 2007. In the summer we also said farewell to Mary de Bassecourt, our secretary and church administrator, and we thanked her for a job well done. In the Fall we hired Mary Lynne Harvey and already she has proved to be a wonderful addition to our staff and the life of our congregation.

Change always brings with it a certain amount of anxiety and stress. I think some of that stress has dissipated over the last few months as we have made some adjustments to meet the changing circumstances. Some people have asked me if I have felt overworked or heavily burdened with some extra pastoral duties. I have to say that I have not felt particularly stressed or overworked. I have been reminding people that for most of my years in ministry I preached at least twice every Sunday and managed on my own. I am very grateful that, especially in the Sunday School, some of our church members have taken on added work and responsibility. A special word of thanks to Chris Tibelius for co-ordinating the Sunday School this Fall. And let me close by thanking all of our committee chairs, committee members, our many church volunteers and all our members who live out their faith in Jesus Christ in so many ways in our midst. May God bless each one of us as we go into this year with faith and hope.

Respectfully submitted - Rev. Neil Wallace

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(commencing January 1975)

Don Stewart Arthur Oulton Patricia Walkington Drew F Shouldice

Jane Hamm Charles Knight Mary Gayle Pinkney Harry Bender

Robin Lewis Sue Brassington Robert Pegrum Arthur Oulton

Michele Suitor Ken Mitchell Harry Bender Colin Harwood

BAPTISMS

Admitted into the fellowship of the Church of Jesus Christ by Baptism in 2007.

Tyler John White Carmen Pauline Anne Paice

son of daughter of

Sara & David White Tracey & Aaron Paice

March 18, 2007 May 13, 2007

Alice Elizabeth Marguerite Lewis Katelyn Michelle Saper

daughter of daughter of

Mary & Don Lewis Lynne & Ron Saper

April 8, 2007 August 26, 2007

Matthew Lee Mercier Stephen Robert James Arrighi

son of son of

Debbie & Jeff Mercier Michelle & Steven Arrighi

April 8, 2007 November 4, 2007

Olivia Margaret Joan Bradley Logan Wilfrid Andreas Nielsen

daughter of son of

Cheryl & Shawn Bradley Christina & Brian Nielsen

May 13, 2007 December 30, 2007

Alexis Caroleigh Sinnett

daughter of

Shannon & Shaun Sinnett

December 30, 2007

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Emily Grant Jean-Marc Vannier

Travis Suitor Ross Winchester

NEW MEMBERS BY PROFESSION OF FAITH

None

DEATHS IN 2007

Romans 8:18, 28, 35, 37-39

I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. We know that in everything God works for good with those who love Him, and are called according to His purpose. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loves us. For I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

The body is gone, but we are left with the names of these people of which we speak with reverence and affection:

Jessie Jane (Nettie) Franklin *	Jan 17, 2007
Douglas Lyons	Apr 19, 2007
John Frederick Horricks *	Apr 27, 2007
Steven Edward Riethman	May 14, 2007
Beverley Ann Armstrong *	May 30, 2007
Joyce Gladys Leckie *	Jul 8, 2007
Ernest Frank Overall	Jul 8, 2007
Ina Davidson	Jul-11,2007
Kerry Thomas Lee Sparling	Jul 18, 2007

Marjorie Evelyn Clark *	Jul 21, 2007
Aileen Priscilla Luciani *	Aug	11, 2007
Donald Archibald McFadgen *	Aug	27, 2007
Mar Irene Holmes	Oct	7, 2007
Cyril George Walter Jaeger *	Oct	14, 2007
Bruce Edward Kelly *	Nov	8, 2007

and we pray that we may remember these names which were given by other people and by which they are still known. We believe that all they meant to us is not lost, even though they are no longer with us. May God's love continue to live in our hearts and minds, in our courage and conscience. Help us to remember by word and deed those who are severely tested by this loss that they may not be overwhelmed by it and isolated from others, but that through us they may find in Christ new courage and confidence to face life.

Member of City View United Church

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Comments from the Chairperson of Council - 2007

This year City View has undergone a significant change, in that one of our ministers, Rev Whitman Strong left us and moved to continue his ministry in Perth.

Due to the efforts of Rev Neil Wallace and many of our church members, City View has continued to thrive and provide effective ministry to its congregation. Thank you Neil, and all who have worked on the necessary tasks.

In June we canvassed for volunteers to serve on the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC) and were rewarded with people who represented various activities and committees in the church. These now, with the presbytery members, give varied and valuable contributions so that the tasks set for them to accomplish in JNAC will be widely discussed and I am sure, successfully completed. On your behalf I offer our appreciation to those who work on this committee.

The next step in the process, after the JNAC has reported to the council, congregation and presbytery, if so decided, will be the compilation of a search committee.

This year our council and its committees have continued to do the Lord's work for City View members, as well as contribute to His work in this part of Ottawa and wider afield. Stewardship is not just using talents for the church or `filling the offering plate', it also includes work done for others who need help. I offer our appreciation to those that continue to serve in this manner and invite you to read about the work of each committee and service group on the following pages.

Our employed staff have worked selflessly to keep various aspects of CVUC ministry going - our thanks to the Rev Neil Wallace, Jiri Hlavacek, Lan Ngheim and the two who have left us, Rev Whitman Strong and Mary de Bassecourt.

Due to the resignation of our secretary/administrator, Mary de Bassecourt, we had various people who filled in and kept the office running, so our heartfelt thanks go to them for their selfless work. In October we welcomed Mary Lynne Harvey as our new secretary/administrator, and she has settled in nicely.

Our appreciation also goes to those who have worked on special projects such as the Snowflakes Bazaar, Hampers and Friendship Baskets - these are significant undertakings and entail much work.

Our thanks also go to those who take an active part in our weekly church services, from the decoration of the sanctuary, ushering and the ministry of the choirs, to sound control and other aspects of our weekly worship.

God Bless you, and continue the good work next year.

Colin Harwood Chairperson, CVUC Council

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Readers, greeters, special music, communion, secretary-these are the jobs of the dedicated souls who make up the Worship Committee. The Committee members are Jane Charlton, Shirley Brickell, Jean Nielsen, Stanley Ralph, Jill Rae and Neil Wallace. It is a pleasure to chair this committee because it is easy to be confident that all the pieces are in place to successfully support our worship experience.

In addition we are supported by Pam Mitchell and Inez Causley - the Chancel Cherubs - who beautify our worship space with liturgical trappings, flowers, floral arrangements and wall hangings. Craig Suitor and his sound operators - Jim Watchorn and James McGale - toil diligently in the sound booth at the back of the Sanctuary at every service so that everyone can hear easily. They also coordinate music input by CD and create audio tapes of services that can be shared with people who are unable to attend worship.

Glenn Hogaboam helps with communion by recruiting and coordinating our servers - sometimes a few, when communion is served by intinction, but other times, many, when we receive the elements while seated in the pews. Also supporting the sacrament of communion are Ray and Janice Boucher who always prepare the elements - the bread and the grape juice - that is actually consumed by the congregation. Late this year our communion elements were supplemented with gluten free rice crackers, to make the sacrament more inclusive.

Music is such a tremendous part of our worship. Jiri Hlavacek, our organist and choir director-and often pianist - provides wonderful musical leadership to us, both accompanying congregational singing and, along with the Senior Choir, providing us with fine performances of anthems and choral introits and benedictions. The Youth Choir- a happy gaggle of children and teens-always delights the congregation with their fine music and indeed with their very presence. Janet Hmchiar is their dedicated leader and hers is a very special ministry of music. Harry Bender and Prayse continue to lead the congregation in praise music, providing a different element of music for some of our worship services. Added to all of that, we always enjoy special music that is performed by a number of talented musicians. Some are members of our choir, some are instrumentalists. We especially appreciate the contributions of Stanja Hlavacek when she plays the piano and David Oulton when he plays his trumpet.

There were several guest preachers during the year. At the end of June, Kelly Running Wolf, chair of the conference Native Concern's Committee talked about his life, including his experiences in residential schools, and how he subsequently came to be a part of the United Church. In October Rev Dr Tom Sherwood, Chaplain at Carleton University talked about his ministry there. Part of that presentation included a dialogue between Tom and Christina Anderson, a student, about what the Chaplaincy office has provided for her while she has been at Carleton. When Neil was on holidays our pulpit was filled by Rev Martha Reynolds, a former City View parishioner, now an ordained minister; Anne Montgomery a candidate for ministry at Queens University, who is now serving as our student intern; and Rev Stewart Hewlett, a retired minister who formerly served at Southminster United Church.

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So to everyone mentioned and to all the persons who are recruited to assist with the many facets of our Worship Services during 2007, I wish to say a particular thank you for everything that you do to make our worship ministry so successful.

Respectfully submitted Isabel Bender

Youth Choir

2007 was a very rewarding year for the Youth Choir. Of note, members demonstrated their talent and flexibility when a blizzard delayed the Candlelight Service by one week, and last-minute changes to solo performances became necessary. As always, the choir surpassed my expectations and came through with flying colours! On Christmas Eve, we returned to the format of a separate family service, and all enjoyed the "walk-on" pageant.

Solos continue to be very important to choir members, therefore they are supported and encouraged, but only when the desire is present. It is a wonderful confidence booster! How many other leaders have had the rare experience of asking for volunteers and seeing virtually every hand go up?

On a more serious note, declining membership has certainly become an issue. I hope that 2008 brings with it some new members - boys are also encouraged to join. For those of you with young people in your households, please encourage them to join the Youth Choir this year. I must add that I have a core group of wonderfully talented and dedicated singers who shine whether they are performing in a duet, trio, quartet, quintet, or choir of any size!

In 2006, some funds were donated jointly to the Youth and Senior choirs. A portion of these funds will help to purchase much-needed microphones. This is currently being researched by our sound technicians, so that the best possible product is chosen to meet our needs.

I anticipate an exciting new year and look forward to sharing the Youth Choir's gift of joyful singing with the congregation in 2008!

Financial: There were no claims against the Youth Choir budget in 2007.

Respectfully submitted, Janet Hrnchiar, Youth Choir Director

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City View Senior Choir had another successful year in 2007. The Choir expresses heartfelt thanks to Jiri Hlavacek, our organist and choir director, for his great leadership and dedication throughout the year. Again we wish to express our thanks and appreciation, to Stanja Hlavacek for her support and talents, and especially for the wonderful piano duets with Jiri; these were much appreciated, and added greatly to City View's worship services.

A long-standing choir tradition at City View, and a highlight of the Choir's year, was the annual Candlelight Service scheduled for December 16 `h at 7:00 p.m. However, because of a major snowstorm which hit Ottawa and area on that day, the Candlelight service was postponed until December 23rd at 7:00 pm. This service, in which the Youth Choir under Janet Hmchiar's capable leadership also participated, was very successful and well attended. Our thanks to UCW for assisting with the preparation of refreshments.

The Choir, and individual choir members, provided special music during some worship services throughout the year, and in particular during Lent, Good Friday and Easter services, and during the summer months.

Regretfully Heather Cummings, one of our altos, left the Choir during the year because of other commitments. We miss her, and wish her all the best.

New members are always welcome. Please feel free to join us at our practices on Thursday evenings at 7:45 pm.

Respectfully submitted, Frank Pole, Secretary

SENIOR CHOIR FINANCIAL REPORT - JANUARY 1, 2007 - DECEMBER 31, 2007

Bank Account Balance at December 31, 2007 $1,892.12

Receipts: 2007 Candlelight, Choir Dues, Bank Interest 1,247.06

Disbursements: Total Disbursements - 158.73

Bank Account Balance at December 31, 2007 $2,980.45

Cheques Issued & Outstanding: 2007 Choral Workshop & Candlelight Catering - 152.06

Total Adjusted Bank Account Balance: $2,828.39

Notes to Statement: Outstanding Receivable 2007 Candlelight Receipt (amount unknown)

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CHRISTIAN DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

The Christian Development Committee has oversight of most of the Christian education program of the congregation. As such, it is one of the most important committees in the church. Unfortunately this committee has not had a regular chairperson in some time and this has meant that program planning has been difficult. The following is a list of the groups and projects under the oversight of this committee:

Bible Study Groups: There are three bible study groups for adults which meet weekly. Two of these are lay-led and take place at Rockwell's Restaurant in the Merivale Mall, and the other is led by Neil on Wednesdays in the chapel. We are always open to new members to these groups. In addition there are seasonal evening study sessions.

House Churches: One of the features of City View United has always been our "house churches". These were started by Rev. Ibbs Avery over 25 years ago and have survived the passing of time. Each house church is unique, and each follows a different format and function. This past year a joint supper event was held and another is planned for 2008.

Rotation Sunday School: This program is probably the most visible of all of the program and is central to the ministry and mission of the congregation. The Rotation format has proved to be a very effective and enjoyable format for the Christian education of our youth. Whit was responsible for preparation of the rotation lessons up until his departure and then this work was very effectively continued by the Sunday School co-ordinator, Chris Tibelius and the very dedicated teachers and leaders we have in the Sunday School. The highlight of the year was the presentation of a musical drama in the Fall, written and directed by Cairine Thomas. Many thanks to all of the teachers and volunteers who have worked so hard for the Sunday School.

Youth Group: This group is for young people who are in grades 7-12. They meet to discuss bible stories and social issues, and are a very special group in the life of our church. Every year the group works very hard at the annual congregational Halloween Party providing a delightfully scary "haunted house" for younger folk. The also work at the Snowflakes Bazaar, packing Christmas hampers, and they assist at the congregational picnic. Thanks go to Kim Benjamin, Peter Fortura and Phil Giles for their leadership.

Outreach to Algonquin College: Twice every year, during the Christmas and Spring exams, Ruth Ann Carney and Carla Winchester have organized a "coffee break" for students. Muffins, cookies and coffee are given out to students and they are very much appreciated. This project is carried out with the help of other neighbouring congregations and the Algonquin Campus Ministry.

The Sunday Morning Infant Nursery: One final program under the oversight of the Christian Development Committee is the infant nursery. Many thanks to Jessie Love and others who ensure that every Sunday morning there are persons available to care for newborns up to 3year-olds, so that the parents can attend worship or work in the Sunday School.

Presently the Christian Development Committee is comprised of Ruth Anne Carney, Carla Winchester and Neil Wallace.

Respectfully submitted, Rev. Neil Wallace

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The Pastoral Care Team visits our church members who have special needs and who are often unable to attend church services.

At present the team is calling on 26 people. The team continues to meet bi-monthly for mutual support, sharing and learning. Although direct personal contact with those in need is our primary focus, we do sponsor a number of other activities to help in our ministry. The Pastoral Care Team assisted in delivering Friendship Baskets to church members on the Pastoral Care list. We also welcome new members. Ample notice will be given for the next follow on training course for Pastoral Care team members in the Spring.

This year we combined our Annual Memorial Service with Blue Christmas Service on December 2nd Many family members and friends were present to honour the memory of those who have passed away over the last year. Neil also reflected on the difficulties many people have at this time of year who have lost loved ones or who are having a difficult time. This Service was very well attended. The Prayer Chair of our congregation continues to be handled by Doris and Dorothy Latour. There are a number of people who pray on behalf of anyone who has put their name forward by way of the response cards found in the pews. Doris also ably links up volunteer drivers with church members who require a ride to church services and activities. More volunteer drivers are always welcome. This past year the Healing Service was held in February.

Pastoral Care Notes continue to be available in the literature rack located in the lower lobby. These are handy pamphlets on various challenges of daily living. A list of topics has been placed above the rack. If you wish to pick up a pamphlet not currently in the rack, you are invited to fill out a request card and leave it in the slot beside the rack.

This year we hope to maintain the activities mentioned above as well as our ministry to the Church Members we visit.

The members of our team are Mindy Benoit, Shirley Johnston, Claire Knudson, Marg Knight, Mary Warren, Doris Latour, Dorothy Latour, Lorayne Whitteker, Joanne Lewis and Neil Wallace. We would like to thank our team members for their sincere dedication and support to our church friends whom they visit. The visits are much appreciated by everyone.

Joanne Lewis & Mindy Benoit Co- Chairpersons, Pastoral Care Team

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In 2007 the Mission Outreach Committee organized two pizza video nights. One in March when Marion Miles showed a slide presentation of her experiences in Africa, then in June we presented the AI Gore film "An Inconvenient Truth", on climate change. Both nights were well attended and inspired lively discussions afterward.

We organized the Telci-Palsen members parties one at Christmas time, where the congregation could wish the Telci/Palsen people a Merry Christmas, and one in June with the Sunday School picnic so that we could celebrate their birthdays.

We also paid for the pager for Linton Wortel, the chaplain at Carlington Chaplaincy, in order to help him continue his chaplaincy work.

Again Charles and Margaret Knight sold vouchers after church each week. They sold $34,770 Loblaw's gift cards with a total of $1,734.50 going to the Carlington Chaplaincy. They also sold $2,330 Loeb gift cards with the total of $106 going to the Carlington Chapliancy. Thank you to the congregation for their continued support.

The mission of service target for 2007 was $54,000 and due to the generosity and dedication of the congregation we met this obligation. The total this year was $56,232. The Mission and Outreach Committee would like to thank the congregation for their generosity and continued support.

Dawn Hamilton, Chairperson Mission & Outreach Committee

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The 2007 Christmas Hamper (sub) Committee report is presented below and a comparison is made with the previous Christmas Hamper Project:

Direct Congregation involvement in the Project consisted of the adoption of families anonymously for the purpose of gift purchase for children 18 and under, in gift wrapping, labeling etc., in food collection and sorting, by obtaining boxes, packing the boxes as hampers and in hamper delivery. The Committee supplemented donations of gloves/mitts by the Congregation with the purchase of a small gift for adults. The purchase and donation by the Congregation of four relatively costly non perishable items that are on sale in limited quantities from time to time was of significant assistance in keeping the average expenditure per hamper at a low level.

51 Friendship Baskets, were delivered, each with a personalized Christmas card. The baskets were attractively painted by the junior Sunday School. They were filled to overflowing and included generous donations of cookies and other items from many members of the congregation.

Income (at 3, January 2008): 2006 Project 2007 Project

With the income of $7,109 we were able to purchase and distribute gifts for each family member and the makings for a complete Christmas turkey or chicken dinner to 115 needy families, including some 275 children.

Expenditures (at 3, January 2008): 2006 Project 2007 Proiect

-Food:

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Notes:

1. Not including school food donations and food gifts from the Congregation

2. The deficit of $142.00 will be covered by funds carried over in the Hamper fund from previous years.

3. Unlike in many past projects, it was not necessary to solicit financial support from the Senior Choir, the UCW or the Men's Club.

Cards received from recipients in appreciation of our hampers are displayed in Room 8 for your review together with pictures of the Friendship Baskets and Joan Dobson's full report on their preparation.

It is rewarding to the Committee to receive your generous support and encouragement. The work this past Christmas did not go without problems, but at least we avoided the major snow storm that came on the Sunday following delivery and distribution! As a church we can take great pride in this annual outreach project. The Committee has expressed thanks on your behalf to the local schools and the many businesses in the community that support the project year after year. W e wish you all a Happy and Prosperous 2008 and look forward to a repeat success next Christmas.

Robert Pegrum,

Chair 2007 CVUC Christmas Hamper Project

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Committee Members

Monique Horne

Jessie and Bill Love

Barb Williams

Joan Dobson (Chairperson)

Bazaar subcommittee chair: Penny Dockrill

Regular helpers

Howard Brickell (Bulletin Board)

Larry Dobson (Web Site)

Mike Horne

Fern & Dave McGale

2007 was another busy year for our committee. We had three lunches after church:

• January 21st- soup, sandwiches and cookies for 125 people

• February 25th - chili, coleslaw, biscuits, and squares for 115 people

• April 1 st - quiche, salad and cake for 154 people

One concert on March 10th, featuring the Capital Chordettes and the Manotick Brass. 259 tickets were sold. City View received 50% of the profit.

Our church picnic was held on June 3rd. Games were organized by Cynthia and Peter Fortura. A wonderful potluck luncheon was enjoyed by about 60 people. Drinks and hot dogs were provided by the CR committee. Desserts and salads were potluck.

On June 12 we organized the Church farewell for Whit Strong, Christine Gross, Hannah, and Catie Strong. 236 tickets were sold. A wonderful lunch of barbecued chicken breasts (Master barbecue chef-Gary Thomas), salads, deviled eggs, and cake was enjoyed. Speeches and presentations followed. Whit received a cash purse and 2 puppets, while Christine, Hannah and Catie received roses.

On Saturday, October 27, we held a Halloween party for about 65 lucky people. Kim Benjamin and her youth group spent all day creating the haunted house. It was a masterpiece. The potluck supper was wonderful.

This year our e-mail announcements have featured more photographs of services and events throughout the year.

Ads in "Nepean This Week" have been targeted for special services.

Our bazaar successfully raised over $13,00. Our CR committee also raised $3832.85.

Joan Dobson, Chair

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I'd like to thank everyone who helped make the Bazaar a success this year! We had so many new and repeat volunteers offer their time or donate items it was absolutely fantastic!

Our final total for the Bazaar this year is: $13,667.00

We had some new 20/80 people join us this year, which brought the number of our tables to: 26, 8 of which were on commission and the rest were from our own congregation.

We will be using a portion of this years funds to upgrade our outdoor signs and to purchase new decorations and old or very used tablecloths, etc.

Any new ideas can be forwarded to Penny Dockrill for the 2008 Bazaar.

Penny Dockrill, Bazaar Co-ordinator

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Some of the duties of the Membership Committee are to maintain the official historical roll and work with other committees to support increased membership and participation. The committee, in concert with the church secretary, maintains a vigilant effort to keep the list of members and adherents up to date. People become members either through confirmation, profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith, or transfer of membership. In that connection, we appreciate information about people who have moved or are intending to move. Members who are moving and planning to attend a church in their new location are encouraged to request a Certificate of Transfer (available from the church office) which may facilitate the transfer of their church membership to their new congregation. W e are happy to receive Certificates of Transfer on behalf of new members coming to City View from other congregations. A service of reception is held to officially recognize those whose membership is being transferred, as well as those who wish to join by means of profession or reaffirmation of faith.

During 2007, the Membership Roll of City View United Church changed as follows: - received by Confirmation: 4

- received by Profession of Faith 0

- received by Transfer: 0

- removed by Cert. of Transfer: 0

- removed by Death: 9 In addition, there were 9 infant baptisms.

Membership Committee: Mary Gayle Pinkney, Earle Smith, Jean Tanner, Neil Wallace,

Jim Watchorn (chair)

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The M&P Committee provides support and personnel services to all our paid staff. We had several staff changes this year. Whit left CVUC in June to take a call in Perth. The Joint Needs Assessment Committee is currently looking at our ministerial and leadership needs and will be reporting later this year.

As an interim measure, the congregation agreed in September to hire a student minister for 8 months under the Alternative Internship program. Anne Montgomery will be working at CVUC for 70°0 of her time, from January to August 2008. She will be assisting Neil in Worship, Christian Development and pastoral care. I would like to acknowledge and thank in advance the Lay Supervision Team of Eleanor Henderson, Jean Tanner, Betty Renwick, Jesse Love, Peter Fortura, and Michael Green. This team will be providing feedback and support to Anne during her internship. Mary de Bassecourt resigned effective the end of August to take on a full-time position. Thank you to Isabel Bender who acted as interim secretary while we completed the staffing, and she also provided training and support to the new incumbent. In October, Mary Lynne Harvey became our new office administrator/ secretary and we have heard nothing but excellent reports so far.

On behalf of the congregation, I want to express our sincere appreciation to Neil Wallace, Whit Strong, Jiri Hlavacek (organist & senior choir director), Mary Lynne Harvey (office administrator/ secretary), Mary de Bassecourt (office administrator/ secretary), Heather Cummings (bookkeeper), Lan Nghiem (caretaker) and Graham Steeden (night lockup) for their dedication and support to CVUC in 2007.

Thanks to Susan Brassington, Gail Drysdale, Neill Hopkins, and Gary Knudson who served on the M&P Committee up until this year. We appreciated all of your efforts too.

I also want to thank the current Committee members Pat Beauchamp, Andrew Johnston, and Bill Murphy. A special thanks to Bill who stayed on after stepping down as chairperson, and has shown me the ropes this year.

Respectfully submitted Harry Bender Chairperson M&P cvucmap@rogers.com

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The nominating Committee is charged with finding human resources in our Church Family to carry out the aims and purpose of the Church and presenting these names to the Congregation for approval at the Annual Congregational Meeting.

In 2007 the Committee was able to recruit members to fill almost all of the positions. However, two positions have not been filled. They are the Chair of the Christian Development Committee and Chair of the Property Committee. These are important positions and the Committee will be seeking your support in recruiting candidates to fill them.

I want to thank the members of the Committee for their work and contribution. The members are Sheila Smith, Chris Hmchiar, Eleanor Henderson, Joanne Lewis, Lloyd Wright and Neil Wallace. Colin Potts Chairperson

PROPERTY COMMITTEE

The Property Committee has continued to meet on the 3rd Monday of each month except for the months of June, July and August. Our mandate is to oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the Church Building and grounds. This is no small undertaking. Each month the "To Do" list has new tasks added as others are completed. Major projects completed in 2007 were: painting of Room 8, repairs to the seals on the Sanctuary windows, and the purchase of a refrigerator for the MCDC kitchen. The Annual inspections of the Elevator and the alarm System were also carried out. No deficiencies were reported.

The completion of these projects as well as the host of ongoing day to day maintenance projects, carried out at minimum cost, would not be possible without the support of Committee members, Howard Brickell, Craig Fulton, Dave McGale and Lloyd Seaman, and other church members who volunteer their time and skills to complete these tasks.

During the summer months, landscaping, gardening and lawn mowing tasks are carried out by Church members. Our thanks to those who perform these tasks and keep our property clean and attractive. Our thanks also to everyone who came out and helped with the spring and fall clean-ups. In 2007, Joan Smith and Bill Boone retired from the Committee. I want to acknowledge and thank them for their contribution over the past several years.

Colin Potts Interim Chairperson

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In 2007 the Board of Trustees welcomed Alice Black, who joined the continuing members, Larry Dobson, Everett King and Bob Thompson.

The physical premises of CVUC continue to be well-used with many long-term tenants renting space. The one-time rentals are posing an administrative challenge. In order to recover these costs we have reviewed our rental policies and Charges. We have also instituted a rental charge for CVUC church members and adherents for private non-church related functions. Rental charges will be assessed at 50% of our non-church member rates. In addition, the premises will not be available for rental for private functions after 4:00 pm on Saturdays. For celebrations of marriage the sanctuary will continue to be "rent-free" for CVUC members and adherents. There will, of course, be no charge for the use of our facilities for church related functions and groups. Full details of our rental policies and charges are available from the office.

CVUC received some significant bequests during 2007. In consultation with the Finance and Administration Committee, the Board of Trustees are examining how to best use such funds for the current and future needs of the church. These decisions will be finalized in 2008.

The inclined platform lift continues to require modification prior to its use and government inspection. We are working with the manufacturer and installer to rectify these problems, which hopefully will be resolved in the early New Year.

Thank you to all the members of the Board of Trustees for their contribution throughout the year. Submitted by Ross Warren, Chairperson of the Board of Trustees

STEWARDSHIP

Members: Co-chairpersons: Earle Smith and Larry Dobson

Members: the Chairperson of Council, the Past Chair, the Secretary, the Chairpersons of each standing committee, and the Ministers

As stewardship co-chairs, we have focused this year on encouraging council members to see their individual committee work in the context of the whole church here at City View and the world at large. The theme of stewardship as a way of life was again emphasized.

In our efforts at City View, we have supported our Membership Committee drive to create a renewed eldership thrust that emphasizes the `connecting and caring' that can exist between our members. We are also encouraging a wider involvement in our Christian education program so that we may constantly better focus on the roots of our values seen in the life and teachings of Jesus. We are awaiting the conclusions and direction to be suggested by our present JNAC committee as we make a decision regarding further professional help in our stewardship efforts at City View. We also have tentatively scheduled our presbytery resource worker, Steve Sharlow, to facilitate a stewardship workshop in the spring of 2008.

Our ongoing question for all of us to consider day by day is, "How can we be better stewards of God's gifts today than we have been in the past?" As individuals we must all strive for and share these answers.

Earle Smith and Larry Dobson

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Ottawa Presbytery meets monthly to do business, be community, and to share information among the many churches in the Presbytery. Each meeting takes the form of afternoon committee meetings, and then dinner, followed by the Presbytery meeting itself. Worship at the beginning of each meeting is led by Rev Read Sherman. Read always provides us with an uplifting and thoughtful time of reflection and music - something really special to look forward to.

In January, Presbyters were asked to discern whether it was appropriate for First United, having already sold their building on Kent St, to move their congregation to All Saints Anglican Church in Westboro. The other United Church congregations in the Westboro area expressed their concerns, but the relocation was approved and the two congregations - United and Anglican - are now sharing All Saints' building.

Another important decision this year was the acceptance of a recommendation by the Youth Ministry Needs Assessment Committee, to hire a full time Youth and Young Adult Minister. This decision required serious consideration as it represents a major financial increase in the Presbytery budget. In December we were pleased to welcome Andrew Hyde to the Presbytery staff to fill this new position.

At several of our meetings we listened to guests who had been invited to share information and their expertise with us. These included a panel of inter-faith guests moderated by Rev Dr Tom Sherwood, the Chaplain at Carleton University, who discussed inter-faith dialogue between Christians, Muslims and Jews. At another meeting Rev Dr Richard Hollingsworth talked about his experience and insights in rural ministry.

Rev James Scott led off a program meeting focused around the theme of "Living Faithfully in the Midst of Empire", and presbyters were then invited to attend a workshop chosen from Empire and Poverty; Empire, the Church and Aboriginal Communities; or Empire and the Media.

Our own presbyters who are United Church Canadian Forces Chaplains led the program in November. They provided their information and leadership in worship and skits, as well as a panel information session.

City View, of course, is home to the offices of Ottawa Presbytery and we are delighted to have the staff in such close proximity. They in turn are happy when we host a Presbytery meeting, as they are able to quickly and easily set up the space, and have quick access to their offices. So in October we did host the meeting. It was the day after Thanksgiving and special thanks are due to Glenn Hogaboam for organizing the meal for some 130 hungry people, and to the Men's Club for setting up, selling tickets and serving and clean-up.

City View is well represented at every Presbytery Meeting. In addition to our regular Presbyters, Jim Watchorn and Isabel Bender, we have alternate representatives Alice Black and Sue Brassington. Neil, of course is a member of Presbytery, as is Rev Stanley Ralph. Dwight Reveler is the AOTS (National Men's Club) representative, and Ev Zytveld is the Treasurer. Charles Knight is a Member at Large-one of the 3 "wise" men. So it is quite usual for us to fill an entire pew- City View is quite a presence. If you would like any information about Presbytery, please contact any of us.

Respectfully submitted Isabel Bender

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The City View United Church Men's Club is a group of men dedicated to Fellowship, Faith and Service through regular, informal meetings, special events, and fundraising activities.

All men of the congregation are eligible to be members of the Men's Club. We extend an invitation to all men to attend our meetings on the first Thursday of each month, except July and August. We enjoy both potluck dinners as well as dinners prepared and catered by teams within the Men's Club. Each month, an average of 39 men enjoy an evening of entertainment, fellowship and dinner.

Our meetings feature a wide variety of speakers, both from within the membership of the club as well as external guest speakers, talking on a variety of topics. We began 2007 with our talent show which showcases talents within the club as well; we had a variety of speakers, our own Rod Maclvor and from the community: the Royal Ottawa Mental Health Group, the Ottawa Police Force, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, the Rotary Club, the Antique Auto Club and columnist Dave Brown. The Men's Club started off the summer with Ladies Night Dinner with a presentation from the Heart Institute and finished off the year in December with the traditional joint UCW/MC meeting, hosted this year by the Men's Club with entertainment from the group 'Some Assembly Required'.

Fellowship is an important function of the Men's Club. This year, as a group, we were involved in supporting several church functions including: Catering the Presbytery Dinner, Catering the Easter Breakfast; Catering the Kick-off Sunday Lunch; and operating the Snowflake Bazaar Restaurant. Fundraising is a special area for the Men's Club. This allows us to donate funds to special projects and general operation of the church in addition to areas of interest to the church including outreach programs, often in support of the charitable causes of our guest speakers. In 2007, the outreach programs supported this year were Operation Go Home and Camp Kalalla. In addition, several donations were made to the operation of CVUC. Funds were raised this year through the sale of poinsettias, fertilizer, maple syrup, nuts and jujubes. Additionally, the Men's Club raised funds directly for the church through the catering activities mentioned earlier.

I wish to express my appreciation to all the men who continue to devote their time and energy to the activities of the Men's Club. In particular I would recognize again this year, Glenn Hogaboam, who is the key to our catering events, as well as Earle Smith and Ken Mitchell who devote a tremendous amount of effort to the poinsettia sales, which is our most significant fund raising project.

The 2007 Men's Club Executive consisted of: Rod Maclvor, Wayne Mitchell, Richard Zay, Carl Kritsch, Stanley Ralph, Jim Watchorn and myself.

Mike Home President 2007

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2007 FINANCIAL REPORT FOR CVUC MEN'S CLUB As Approved at AGM, Jan.10, 2008

Funds on Hand January 1,	Receipts	Disbursements	Balance	$16,188.72
Dinner Meetings	$2,052.00	$1,727.36	$324.64
Fertilizer Project	$888.00	$585.90	$302.10
Nut Project	$901.00	$597.84	$303.16
Maple Syrup	$1,296.00	$1,008.00	$288.00
Poinsettias*	$17,864.00	$11,082.74	$6,781.26
Miscellaneous ""	$1,307.40	$2,101.15	-$793.75
Bank - int/sc	$0.00	$23.68	-$23.68
Donations"		$5,117.70	-$5,117.70
Total:	$24,308.40	$22,244.37	$2,064.03
Funds on Hand December 31,				$18,252.75
	Outstanding Commitments (estimate)***			-$8,500.00
	Estimated Funds Available			$9,752.75

NOTES

Calendar year transactions - does not reflect profit/loss of poinsettia projects **See below for details of Miscellaneous & Donations

***Mainly Outstanding Poinsettia Invoice less receipts still due

Prepared by Wayne: Mitchell

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UNITED CHURCH WOMEN

The United Church Women completed another successful year of Christian fellowship and service, with a determined effort to keep involved in the work of City View United Church. We were saddened by the loss of women in our congregation: Beverly Ann Armstrong, who was Secretary at our church for many years, President of the UCW Naomi unit, then President of our UCW; Joyce Gladys Leckie; Marjorie Evelyn Clark; and Aileen Priscilla Luciani.

The units' activities included Dorcas' internal fund raising, allowing them to contribute to outreach activities. The Miriam unit oversaw a luncheon and card party in September with help from all units. Slim and Trim continues to be the main fund raiser for Naomi unit. Phoebe unit again held Phoebe's Market Place and fashion show in October, featuring Judy Joannou Designs. All these ventures brought our women together in loyalty and devotion to Jesus Christ in Christian witness, study, fellowship and service. Proceeds from our ventures allowed us to support our church, the Mission & Service Fund, Carleton Chaplaincy, Aids Committee of Ottawa, Youville Centre, Amethyst Women's Addiction Centre and Centre 507. All units joined forces to serve refreshments after the Candle Light Service in December.

Our contribution to Snowflake Surprises on November 17th took many forms, either in organizing booths as a unit or as individuals, or contributing articles to be sold. Snowflake Surprises could not have been the success that it was without Penny Dockrill and her many helpers.

On April 18th our General UCW get-together featured the Wakefield Grannies, organized by the Phoebe unit. In December we were treated by the Men's Club to a delightful group of musicians "Some Assembly Required".

Thanks go to the ladies of the congregation for their continued interest in and support of their organization and the life of City View United Church. UCW President, Jean Baenziger

FINANCIAL REPORT - 2007

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D. FINANCIAL REPORTS

FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE

The Financial Statements for the Year Ended December 31, 2007 and the Operating Fund and Building Repairs and Improvement Fund Budgets for 2008 are presented for your consideration on the following pages.

The Operating Fund finished the year with a surplus of $21,806 which compares well to the 2006 actual deficit of $3,466. Our givings fell short of our 2007 budget by $17,296. However, savings in staff salary and expenses, and an increase in rentals allowed for the existing surplus. Our givings did not increase over 2006 but were lower by 5%.

The Building Repairs and Improvement Fund finished the year with a Surplus of $10,110, before the a llocaton of $6,500 from the Bazaar. W e budgeted for a surplus of $2,200. Also contributing to this increase was the deferral of a number of Building repair projects. Givings to the Fund were $1,300 less than budget.

The Operating Fund budget for 2008 shows a surplus of $8,367, with no budgeted proceeds from the Bazaar. W e have budgeted for an increase in givings of approx 5% from the amount received in 2007, but equivalent to the amount received in 2006. Our Operating costs are expected to increase by approximately 8.45%, mainly due to the replacement of our second minister. The Building Repairs and Improvement Fund budget shows an expected surplus of $6,971.

When the JNAC comes forward with a proposal for a new minister, the congregation will be asked to vote on the final cost of this position.

Our challenge moving forward continues to be (a) increase our revenue in the Operating Fund to cover the continuing increase in costs, and (b) to solicit further contributions to the Building Repairs and Improvement Fund to restore this Fund to it's original position. This year we made significant progress again on this front.

We want to thank the Committee members for their support and assistance. Dorothy Latour has been a pillar of strength in arranging for the counters who stay behind after Church on Sundays to count and record the Sunday offerings.

Arthur Oulton, Chair Sandy Finnigan, Treasurer

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH

STATEMENT OF REVENUE, EXPENSES AND FUND BALANCES

YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2007

Note 1 Accounting Policy

City View United Church is a registered charitable organization exempt from income taxes. The consolidated financial financial statements have been prepared on an unaudited basis and reflect the following significant accounting policies: - Donations given to the church with specific restrictions are used only for those purposes

Note 2

Note 3 Bank

The church has in place an operating line of credit for $50,000.

Note 4 Building Repairs and Improvement Fund

The Building Repairs and Improvement Fund includes the following:

Note 5 Memorial Fund

The Memorial Fund includes bequests of $4480 (2005 - $4420) for the Organ Fund and $3190 (2005 - $2650) for the Accessibility Project.

Note 6 Special Purpose & Outreach Funds

The Special Purpose and Outreach Funds includes the following:

Note 7

Note 8 Contractual Obligation

The accessiblity lift in the MCDC was installed in the Fall 2006. Final payment has not been made pending satisfactory completion of the installation. A payment of 50% ($9,437.50) was made in August.

Total installation costs will not exceed $20,000 which has already been donated.

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH

PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE OPERATING AND BUILDING REPAIRS & IMPROVEMENT FUNDS

YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2008

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH Appendix 1 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 11 FEBRUARY 2007

1. OPENING PRAYER: Harry Bender called the meeting to order. Rev.Neil Wallace opened the meeting with a prayer. There were 68 people in attendance. (11:30 a.m.)

2. REVIEW AND APPROVE AGENDA: It was MOVED by Jean Nielsen and seconded by Bob Pegrum to approve the agenda. CARRIED.

3. NOMINATION OF CHAIRPERSON AND RECORDING SECRETARY: It was MOVED by Art Oulton and seconded by Shirley Johnston to nominate Colin Harwood as Chairperson of CVUC Congregational Meetings for 2007, with Harry Bender as alternate. CARRIED.

It was MOVED by Art Oulton and seconded by Shirley Johnston to nominate Dave Carney as Recording Secretary for CVUC Congregational meetings for 2007, with Jean Baenziger as alternate. CARRIED.

4. REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES: It was MOVED by Wayne Mitchell and

seconded by Colin Potts that the Annual General Meeting of 12 Feb. 2006 and the Annual Nominating Meeting of 7 May 2006 be approved. CARRIED.

5. NOMINATION OF COUNCIL MEMBERS: It was MOVED by Harry Bender and seconded by Lloyd Wright to accept the following nominations:

Isabel Bender as Presbytery Representative, effective Oct 2006 and Jane Charlton as Worship Committee member effective Jan. 2007. CARRIED.

6. CLERGY REPORTS-SECTION A: Neil had a great year, enhanced by his

Sabbatical, visiting different churches with new ideas. Whit continues to move the church forward with a vision of where we are going.

7. CONGREGATIONAL INFORMATION FOR 2006-SECION B: Whit and Neil prayerfully read the names of those passing in 2006.

8. REVIEW COMMITTEE and GROUP REPORTS-SECTION C: Colin Harwood presented and reviewed the Council Report and each committee as laid

out in Section C of the Annual Report, with thanks to all those in charge.

Thanks also to Pam Mitchell and Inez Causley for their constant work In beautifying our Sanctuary.

It was noted that the Senior Choir did not contribute to the Hamper Fund as reported (page 7) because that fund had sufficient funding.

In answer to Art Oulton's question-Membership shows that they have 265 Households on record,(533 people), 39 of those being helped by the Pastoral Care Team.

Page 14-Lloyd Wright gave a vote of thanks for our two super ministers who work tirelessly, and all the outside help they give.

APPROVE REPORTS IN SECIONS A,B,C: It was MOVED by Wayne Mitchell and seconded by Charles Knight to approve the reports as presented from

Sections A, B, and C. CARRIED.

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CITY VIEW UNITED CHURCH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 11 FEBRUARY 2007

1. OPENING PRAYER: Harry Bender called the meeting to order. Rev.Neil Wallace opened the meeting with a prayer. There were 68 people in attendance. (11:30 a.m.)

2. REVIEW AND APPROVE AGENDA: It was MOVED by Jean Nielsen and seconded by Bob Pegrum to approve the agenda. CARRIED.

3. NOMINATION OF CHAIRPERSON AND RECORDING SECRETARY: It was MOVED by Art Oulton and seconded by Shirley Johnston to nominate Colin Harwood as Chairperson of CVUC Congregational Meetings for 2007, with Harry Bender as alternate. CARRIED.

It was MOVED by Art Oulton and seconded by Shirley Johnston to nominate Dave Carney as Recording Secretary for CVUC Congregational meetings for 2007, with Jean Baenziger as alternate. CARRIED.

4. REVIEW AND APPROVE MINUTES: It was MOVED by Wayne Mitchell and

seconded by Colin Potts that the Annual General Meeting of 12 Feb. 2006 and the Annual Nominating Meeting of 7 May 2006 be approved. CARRIED.

5. NOMINATION OF COUNCIL MEMBERS: It was MOVED by Harry Bender and seconded by Lloyd Wright to accept the following nominations:

Isabel Bender as Presbytery Representative, effective Oct 2006 and Jane Charlton as Worship Committee member effective Jan. 2007. CARRIED.

6. CLERGY REPORTS-SECTION A: Neil had a great year, enhanced by his

Sabbatical, visiting different churches with new ideas. Whit continues to move the church forward with a vision of where we are going.

7. CONGREGATIONAL INFORMATION FOR 2006-SECION B: Whit and Neil prayerfully read the names of those passing in 2006.

8. REVIEW COMMITTEE and GROUP REPORTS-SECTION C: Colin Harwood presented and reviewed the Council Report and each committee as laid

out in Section C of the Annual Report, with thanks to all those in charge.

Thanks also to Pam Mitchell and Inez Causley for their constant work In beautifying our Sanctuary.

It was noted that the Senior Choir did not contribute to the Hamper Fund as reported (page 7) because that fund had sufficient funding.

In answer to Art Oulton's question-Membership shows that they have 265 Households on record,(533 people), 39 of those being helped by the Pastoral Care Team.

Page 14-Lloyd Wright gave a vote of thanks for our two super ministers who work tirelessly, and all the outside help they give.

APPROVE REPORTS IN SECIONS A,B,C: It was MOVED by Wayne Mitchell and seconded by Charles Knight to approve the reports as presented from

Sections A, B, and C. CARRIED.

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REVIEW AND APPROVE 2006 FINANCIAL REPORTS-SECTION D: The Financial Reports were presented and reviewed by Colin Potts. Colin thanked those who responded to the December appeal to bring down the deficit considerably. Sandy Finnigan thanked Heather Cummings for her help with this report. It was noted

that 50% of the bazaar funds went to the operating fund, with the remainder to go to the Accessibility

Fund when needed. This bill has not yet been paid. Lloyd Wright questioned the wisdom of the remaining funds going to Accessibility when there is such a need for deficit reducing. Sandy explained that

the bazaar committee have the right to decide the destination of bazaar funds, which have been 50% to operating and the balance to a project of their choice. It was MOVED by Jean Nielsen and seconded by Ross Warren that the 2006 Financial Report be accepted as presented. CARRIED.

11. REVIEW AND APPROVE PROPOSED BUDGET FOR 2007-SECTION E; Shirley Brickell questioned the wisdom of presenting a deficit budget. Colin Potts said givings would be constantly monitored in order to appeal for funds. It was MOVED by Dave McGale and seconded by Joan Dobson that this budget be accepted as presented. CARRIED.

12. REVIEW AND APPROVE 2007 MISSION AND SERVICE TARGET. It was MOVED by Earl Tibelius and seconded by Lloyd Wright to approve the 2007 M & S financial Target of $54,000. CARRIED.

13. OTHER BUSINESS: None

14. CLOSING PRAYER: Charles Knight MOVED and Harry Bender seconded that this meeting be adjourned. Whit closed the meeting with a prayer. (12.20 p.m.).

15. On behalf of the Council and Congregation, Colin Harwood expressed thanks to CVUC ministers and staff for their wonderful service this year.

Chair Recording Secretary

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Appendix 2

There were 53 people in attendance. Rev Whit Strong opened the meeting with prayer.

Colin Harwood read out the agenda. It was moved by Wayne Mitchell and seconded by Jean Nielsen that the agenda be accepted. CARRIED

Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of February 11, 2007 were handed out. It was moved by Dianne Watchorn and seconded by Wayne Mitchell that the minutes be accepted. CARRIED

Harry Bender, in his role of chair of the Nominating Committee, presented the Council list for 2007-2008.

He explained the comment designations.

- New Role indicates a person already on Council changing jobs

- Renewed Term indicates a person has accepted another term in an existing job

- New Member indicates a person not presently on the Council

- Role Added indicates a new position on Council

- Required indicates a position that still needs to be filled

He listed the names of persons who met those designations and thanked the persons who had agreed to let their names be put forward.

Colin Harwood asked if there were any further nominations for any of the positions on Council. Hearing none, it was moved by Lloyd Wright and seconded by Jiri Hlavacek that the Council list be accepted. CARRIED

Harry Bender then addressed the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC) guidelines that had been handed out. He indicated that the persons being nominated for the JNAC had been selected to provide a good cross section of the congregation in terms of age, gender, and involvement in ministries and group activities.. He stated that further nominations would be accepted from the floor. However, as the committee will consist of a maximum of 10 persons from the congregation, each additional nomination would require that someone be removed from the existing slate.

Hearing none, it was moved by Bill Murphy and seconded by Art Oulton that the list of nominees be accepted as our Joint Needs Assessment Committee. CARRIED

Both Harry and Colin thanked the Nominating Committee for their hard work in the past few months putting together these two lists.

Colin asked if there was any Other Business.

Bill Murphy indicated that Neil Wallace has written a report about his Sabbatical and that copies of that are available for anyone who is interested.

Rev Neil Wallace offered further thanks to the Nominating Committee for their hard work and then he closed the meeting with prayer.

Colin Harwood, Chair Isabel Bender, Secretary

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