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A Message from Your Ministers .............................. 1A Farewell to the Rev. Victor Kim ......................... 22015 Grace Church Snapshot ...................................... 3Report of the Session ........................................................... 4The Session 2015 .......................................................................... 4Committee Impact Reports .......................................... 5 Archives ............................................................................................ 5 Communications ..................................................................... 6 Congregational Life ............................................................... 8 Conversations of unCommon Grace ............... 10

Discipleship ................................................................................ 11 Mission ........................................................................................... 12 Pastoral Care ............................................................................ 14 Quilters ........................................................................................... 16 Vision ................................................................................................ 17 Worship ......................................................................................... 18 Women’s Fellowship ......................................................... 19 Board of Managers ............................................................ 20 Financial Review ...................................................................... 22A Look Ahead ............................................................................... 24

GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 111TH ANNUAL REPORT 2015

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c Glorify and enjoy God through vital, inspirational worship;

c Serve God through programs and partnerships that are responsive to needs and transform lives;

c Care for each other through intentional pastoral care and healing ministries;

c Deepen our spirituality as, young and old, we grow in our relationship to Christ;

c Encourage the passion and commitment of our young people through active participation in Youth Ministry, nursery, Sunday school and advent pageants;

c Support our extended community by sponsoring and welcoming a family of eight Eritrean refugees; and

c Advocate for people who are marginalized.

In 2016, together with you, we will:

c Embrace the opportunities of a time of transition;

c Intentionally discern God’s amazing future for Grace Church;

c Be leaders in promoting transformational preaching and teaching; and

c Be even better stewards of all the resources God has given to Grace.

Your ministers in Christ,

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR MINISTERS

The life of Grace Presbyterian Church

in 2015 was made up of many stories

of transformation and transition.

It is a privilege to be leaders in this

thriving, urban congregation as

together, with you, we:

Leslie L. WalkerAssociate Minister

M. Jean MorrisAssociate Minister




Grace congregation.

The Rev. Victor Kim was inducted into Grace Presbyterian Church as the Assistant Minister in January 1994 and as the Senior Minister in December 2000. He concluded 22 years

of service at Grace in December 2015.

Victor had a strong interest in mission and with his

leadership Grace reached beyond itself with new initiatives

and partnerships, including the Mustard Seed, Inn From the Cold,

Mexico Mission and lively support of Presbyterian World Service and Development. Victor’s commitment to the church being connected to the larger community led to Conversations of unCommon Grace, engaging in issues at the forefront of discussion and debate in our society.

Victor had a deep love for the people of Grace Church and his pastoral heart stretched

beyond this congregation. His faithful preaching and teaching, and his wonderful sense of humour and

friendship, will have a lasting effect on the many lives he touched. We wish him well.

A Farewell to the Rev. Victor Kim

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2015 GRACE CHURCH SNAPSHOT

TOTAL MEMbERSHIP

December 31, 2014: 503

New MeMbers

– by profession of faith 4

– by certificate of transfer

or by act of Session 4

reMoved froM the roll

– by transfer 4

– by death 16

– by revision of the roll 24

TOTAL MEMbERSHIP

December 31, 2015:

New MembersCarma CorneaGach ManyelOkwayi ObangJessie SloanEmily SmithSamantha SmithBen StephensonFlora Stephenson

Baptisms Mary AkaaJessie SloanJonathan StephensonCatriona Smith

In MemoriumMembers and adherents who died:

Ryan BjolverudJean BurnandWinnie ConnolyEugene CookJune Darling John FoxJoyce GibsonPauline KennettBobby Lajeunesse Margaret MacLeodJohn McLarenMargaret MickelRobert A.F. MontgomeryJack ReidMae Thomson Jakob VandenbrinkDonovan WilliamsJoan WilliamsNell Zevenhuizen

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REPORT OF THE SESSIONThe Session is comprised of 43 “ruling elders” and our ministers, “teaching elders”. We met 10 times in 2015 and were very ably moderated by the Rev. Victor Kim as he encouraged the free exchange of ideas while keeping deliberations focused on agendas.

Session was guided by deliberations of the Vision Committee as it worked to adopt a new strategic plan. Session committees reflect the diverse activities and programs at Grace.

The congregation accepted the recommendation of the Board and Session that Grace continue to secure property adjacent to the church to meet future parking, ministry and community needs.

At the end of the year, we prepared for another transition. After 22 years of journeying with us, the Rev. Victor Kim accepted a call to Richmond Presbyterian Church. The Kim family touched our lives in a profound and lasting way. Rev. Kim’s outstanding leadership has enriched our church, and we will miss his generous and gracious spirit.

Both the Session and the congregation express our deep appreciation to the Rev. Dr. Jean Morris and the Rev. Leslie Walker. We are especially appreciative of the gifts of our ministers and their commitment and faithfulness.

As we plan for 2016 we want to prayerfully keep pressing on to the future with God-centered optimism, while assessing our needs and being open to the vision of what God can do through us as a congregation.

Thank you to the many volunteers and the contribution you made to the life and work of this congregation. It is your work that enables Grace to be the hands and feet for Christ in this world.

Len Wolstenholme Caro SmithClerk of Session Clerk of SessionJanuary – June July – December

THE SESSION 2015

CLERKS: Len WolstenholmeCaro Smith

MINISTERS: The Rev. Victor KimThe Rev. Dr. Jean MorrisThe Rev. Leslie Walker

Margaret AndersonSamuel BandaBill BarclayMartin BlakeHarle BurnettGreta BylsmaDavid CaldwellBruce CameronDon CampbellJim CampbellBob CooperFran CormackMarlene DohertyJasper Dooge Mark DurieuxBob ErmterCarol EvansBonnie FaustHeather HambyJoanne KelloughMargot KelloughRyan KelloughTyler KelloughRichard KimDavid Laidlaw David LoveBruce MillerAnne MohtadiJim NicholLyndon NordeanShirley PhilipsArlene QuackenbushIain RobertsonMary Lil Rozsa de CoquetCaro SmithCindy StephensonRob TaylorMatthew VyseShirley WalkerHelen WillisonLes WilsonLen WolstenholmeElizabeth Young

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We serve to build at authentic

Christian community by getting

people connected to Grace

and to each other.

Now in their 10th year, the Archives

at Grace are an enormous source of

historical information gathered from

both the public and the congregation.

Archives Bob Ermter

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015Historic Calgary Week: Grace hosted 85 historians who showed great interest in our 100 photo panel Hall of History, our unique display of wood working hand tools from the 1850s and the mystery painting The Shadow of the Cross by French Canadian artist Henri Ault in 1896.

The Session Committees and teams of Grace Church

illustrate the diversity of programs and people in our

congregation. This year, we are focusing on the people

transformed by the work of the committees.

Committee Impact Reports

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Grace congregation.

Communications Shirley Philips, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Communication Audit: A Communications

Consultant was contracted to audit our internal and external communications activities. Multiple recommendations were made to more effectively support the needs of the congregation and other committees, including conducting a workshop to uncover the brand characteristics of the church (to create consistency and relevance) and to hire a communications co-ordinator to undertake the communications work.

c Branding Workshop: A diverse group representing many areas of the congregation met to build consensus around the question: what does Grace Church stand for in the eyes of internal and external audiences? Through the workshop process, the group agreed on the following brand characteristics that describe the personality of Grace:

c thinking & learning c traditional c relevant c gracious c surprisingly open-minded c inspiring c abundance of resources & talent c engaging c dynamic compassion

These characteristics were crafted into two positioning statements, which provide consistent language to help the community understand who we are, what we do and who we serve. The positioning statements will be presented for Session’s approval in 2016, after which they will be added to the website and print materials, distributed and explained to each convener, and used as an external representation of our brand.


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PLANS FOR 2016c Stories of Transition & Transformation:

A new format was established for the Annual Report to focus on the transformational impact of the work being done by each committee.

c Implementation of the Communication Audit recommendations: hiring a co-ordinator, implementing a social media plan, using technology more effectively, developing a strategy and tactics for more effective and consistent communications to all audiences.

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We serve to build an authentic

Christian community by getting

people connected to Grace

and to each other.

Congregational LifeBob Ermter, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Congregational Life Guide: The guide,

featuring many of the activities and groups at Grace, was produced and distributed.

c Newcomers Lunch: Served 75 newcomers and Session members.

c Stampede Extravaganza: More than 300 people attended a citywide fundraising concert featuring The Sojourners, a world-renowned company of Gospel singers and musicians. As a result, $33,000 was donated to Servants Anonymous, Inn From the Cold and the Mustard Seed.

c Stampede Breakfast: Over 100 people gathered for a Stampede Breakfast and live entertainment.

c Elders Lunch: 96 Elders and spouses gathered for lunch and an inspirational presentation from the Rev. Dr. Ross Lockhart, Director of Presbyterian Formation at Vancouver School of Theology.

c Advent-ure: 120 people participated in an intergenerational, inter-cultural celebration of Advent, decorating cookies, (which were delivered to homebound members of the congregation), creating unique tree decorations, candle making, and enjoying a unique and varied musical experience.

PLANS FOR 2016c Integrating

congregational groups and mission projects, such as inviting students from the Grace ESL program to volunteer with the Grace Inn From the Cold program.

c Developing effective strategy for welcoming newcomers to all aspects of congregational life.


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Transformational ImpactAdvent-ure was an intergenerational and intercultural learning experience. The homebound people who received the cookies from Advent-ure were delighted to know that these were assembled, decorated and delivered by families from the congregation.

Kathryn Smith and her children participated in Advent-ure, helping to decorate 200 cookies for distribution. “It surprised me that not one cookie was decorated the same as another one; there was lots of love and creativity put into it,” she said.

Kathryn said the children added “a wee tag” to each cookie bag, extending good cheer to each recipient. “It was a lovely bit of joy that went out to people at Christmas time.”

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We hold conversations on subjects

that affect all of us to give a broader

understanding of these topics, both

inside and outside the church.

Conversations of unCommon GraceJim Campbell, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c An Inter-Faith Panel Discussion on Life,

Death and Life after Death: 150 people gathered to hear the Rev. Victor Kim; Rabbi Shaul Osadchey of Beth Tzedec Congregation; Dr. Wendi Adamek, the Numata Chair in Buddhist Studies at the University of Calgary and the Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Simmins of Wild Rose United Church. Our minds were opened to how other faiths approach this subject and the problems and questions we now see for each of us.

c Medical, Ethical and Spiritual Reflections around Physician Assisted Death: 160 people gathered to hear Dr. Eric Wasylenko, a noted palliative care physician and medical ethicist, in conversation with the Rev. Victor Kim around the realities of palliative care and ethical questions around end of life issues.

PLANS FOR 2016c A conversation on Faith and Civic Virtue.

Transformational ImpactFrom observing deep conversations after each presentation, the committee believes that these conversations helped many people better understand “the end of life” and the different options. We also learned that palliative care is beautiful, quiet, and free of pain and fear.


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We fulfill the Vision and Mission of

Grace by enabling discovery and

development of a mature Christian

faith through a personal relationship

with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit,

nurtured through life-long learning,

living and sharing of our faith.

DiscipleshipCindy Stephenson, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Adult education workshops: Excellent

speakers attracted great attendance at workshops on Biblical Interpretation and Christian Spirituality.

c New nursery supervisor: A roster of volunteers and a new supervisor provided loving care of toddlers.

c Library additions: A complete set of the Interpretation Bible Commentary series was added to support independent home study and group Bible studies. Other additions included fiction and non-fiction titles covering current issues for children, youth and adults, plus Oxford, Harper Collins and the Reformation Study Bible.

PLANS FOR 2016c Grow our Youth

Ministry through implementation of a vision that includes classroom and experiential components, additional leadership, and relevant library resources.

c Offer a variety of opportunities to gain spiritual and Biblical knowledge, and to apply that knowledge in our real-life experiences, at times convenient for working adults and parents.

c Recruit and equip leaders to continue to provide an age-appropriate and exciting Sunday School.

Transformational Impact More than 50 adults attended the fall workshops on Christian Spiritual Formation on the topic of being both spiritual and religious. Christian Spiritual Formation is the activity of the Holy Spirit, moulding our lives into the likeness of Jesus Christ, through the growth of the mind, body, heart and will.

Ray Kellough participated in the workshops and said it was valuable for participants to be able to ask questions and seek guidance on things they wanted answered. “Workshops like that are important to keep people involved and to extend their knowledge,” Ray said. “It was thought provoking and enjoyable to see other points of view.”

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MissionMarlene Doherty, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Power of 50,000: Sunday School children

and youth actively participated in this Presbyterian World Service & Development sustainable livelihood program to learn about life in Malawi, needs and wants, livelihoods and spending, saving and sharing. The fundraising goal of $1,000 was surpassed!

c Syrian refugee support: A $50,000 donation was sent to PWS&D for matching grants to support Syrian refugees.

c ESL Program growth: Our program has grown significantly this year, meeting the needs of a broad spectrum of people. “Graduation Day” is always a highlight.

PLANS FOR 2016c Continue to serve and visit Malawi with

PWS&D programs and support.

c The Grace Presbyterian Go Getters will be walking on in the Coldest Night of the Year Walk as part of 82 Canadian cities raising money for those who are hungry and homeless.

c Reach out to the local community.

We fulfill the Vision and Mission of

Grace by sharing the love of God in

mission through justice, kindness and

humility throughout God’s creation.


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Transformational ImpactA family of eight Eritrean refugees successfully transitioned to a new life in Canada through the sponsorship of Grace Church. This family became financially self-supporting, enjoying safety, freedom and new opportunities in Canada.

An Inn From The Cold volunteer, who helps provide shelter and meals for homeless guests twice a month, said, “It’s a worthwhile program because it makes a difference in people’s lives”. Another said, “It gives deeper meaning to our lives.”

An Inn from the Cold regular guest said, “Always great food and very good people who look after us. We are treated like kings!”

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Pastoral CareLyndon Nordean & Harle Burnett, Conveners

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Training and process transition: Six new

Elders were trained in January. The Elder’s visiting process was revised and Quarterly Reports amended for clarity. Communion cards were replaced with Invitation Cards that indicate the four Communion Sundays.

c Supporting the Anyuak Presbyterian Community: Mark Durieux was named the Elder Liaison to support the group’s pastoral care. A member of Session now attends their services monthly.

c Chinook Care Centre hymn-sing service: Held monthly with about 20 residents and their families.

c Walk to Bethlehem: during Advent, more than 140 people walked 111 kilometres, reflecting on Mary and Joseph’s pilgrimage from Nazareth to Bethlehem.

c Commissioning of five parish nurses: Providing weekly consults for the congregation.

c Hospital Visiting How To’s: Led by Wilson Miranda, Spiritual Care Co-ordinator, Tom Baker Cancer Centre and the Rev. Dr. Jean Morris for 30 local and visiting elders.

c Partnership with Wellspring Calgary: Finding Sanctuary, a support program for caregivers of cancer patients.

PLANS FOR 2016c Establish a clear process for welcoming

newcomers to Grace.

c Make food available to individuals or families in crisis.

c Continue to support the faith journey of older adults within Grace and the community.

c Support the congregation to recognize the connection between faith and health.

We fulfill the vision of Grace Church

through intentional pastoral care to

all members and adherents, by elders

and trained lay people, and through

effective community partnerships.


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Transformational Impact“I joke that I am saving the world, one blood pressure check at a time.”

So says RN Robin Tomlinson, a newly commissioned parish nurse. Robin is one of the team of volunteer nurses who consult with the congregation after Sunday worship. Recently, Robin met with a fellow who had sustained injuries from a recent fall. The pain medication prescribed by the emergency staff was wreaking havoc on his gastro-intestinal tract.

“I gave him the names and doses of over-the-counter medicines,” Robin said. “The following Sunday, he said to me, ‘you are a life-saver!’ What I suggested worked within a day; he was very appreciative.”

Robin said she appreciates Grace taking a “whole-body view” of wellness, spiritually and physically, and she enjoys applying her career skills by giving back to the community. “I love to teach people; it is very fulfilling and rewarding,” she said.

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QuiltersHIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Another 52 quilts were made,

to bring the total to

c 35 quilts were given or donated to families in Mexico, baptisms, Servants Anonymous, the Women’s Shelter, Acadia Place, the Healing/Comfort box, The Harvest Market and elsewhere.

PLANS FOR 2016c Mexico Mission: one quilt per person

per home, estimating 20 to 25 quilts total.

c Discussing possible additional donor sites. 2015 was the first year we produced more quilts than we donated.

c Looking at producing smaller items for sale at senior residences.

Transformational Impactc We received a lovely letter from a woman

who told us how much one of our Healing/Comfort quilts helped her through and after surgery.

c Nine quilts were well received by the Blood reserve at Standoff.

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VisionAndy Crooks, Laurie Livingstone & Mary Lil Rozsa de Coquet, Conveners

HigHLigHTs Of 2015c Strategic plan completed, which

intentionally integrates resources across committees and teams.

c Prioritized activity in light of the departure of the Rev. Victor Kim.

c Our work was enhanced by the inclusion of Women’s Fellowship on the committee.

PLANs fOR 2016c Hold a leadership retreat to focus and build

leadership capacity for the transition period.

c Execute our plan with monthly committee updates on progress toward strategic goals.

c Work to create a more integrated plan for 2017.

Transformational Impact The committee moved from discussion and investigation to action. This required time, hard work and a willingness to let go of control and some initiatives held dear.

We ensure the effectiveness and

relevance of current ministries and

programs in view of the Grace Vision

and Mission statements and act as

a catalyst for new vision initiatives

for the congregation.

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WorshipArlene Quackenbush, Convener

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Ushers Workshops: Ushers are key

to helping us welcome worshipers, extend hospitality to newcomers and in being prepared to respond to medical emergencies and fire.

c Interim Organist and Interim Choral Director positions created to provide excellent worship leadership.

c Inspirational, dedicated leadership from the choir.

c Inspiring preaching with Bible readings provided in advance.

c Commitment to healing prayer at Evening Grace.

PLANS FOR 2016c Define and establish music leadership.

c Review the timing and purpose of Evening Grace to determine if change is required.

c Continue our ongoing hospitality responsibilities.

c Intentional planned worship that integrates music, proclamation and prayer.

c The inaugural Preaching Grace event featuring an internationally renowned preacher.

We facilitate encounters with our

awesome and compassionate God

through creative, uplifting and

compelling worship.


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Women’s Fellowship Elizabeth Young, President

HIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Fundraising projects: More than $35,000

was raised for charities and missions through Christmas Cake Bake, Harvest Market and Thank Offering Dinner.

c Hospitality: Grace Bethany, Dorcas and Trinity groups hosted 10 funeral receptions and the special farewell reception for the Kim family. The three groups, WinGS and men’s group host the fellowship coffee hour throughout the year.

c Grace Bethany: organized Thank Offering Dinner and raised over $5,000 for the Wycliffe Bible Translators Society. Sul Hee Kim’s many contributions to Grace were recognized with a quilt from Grace Quilters and a special personalized book celebrating her qualities.

c Groups: Dorcas studied Women of the Bible; Trinity meditated on selected devotions and donated $500 to the Poppy Fund; WinGS discussed parenting and faith topics and made beautiful creations.

PLANS FOR 2016c We will continue to oversee the work and

service of the four women’s groups of Grace and continue to care for and remain in contact with members and adherents.

c Grace Bethany will host an event in April, focusing on issues affecting women in Canada and internationally. Trinity will hold faith conversations and focus on donations; Dorcas will continue to meet and WinGS will support young women, study Women in the Bible and be creative.

Transformational Impact We have transformed lives through our charitable support of the Mustard Seed, Camp Kannawin, Interfaith Food Bank, Calgary Women’s Emergency Shelter, Inn From the Cold, Meals on Wheels, Grace House, Coldest Night of the Year and the Women’s Missionary Society.

We are all inspired to work for God in whatever place we may be led to meet the needs of others through an increased awareness of Grace as an intergenerational church.

We learned a village in Malawi was in need of medical supplies so we provided $1,000 worth of supplies plus suitcases and transportation expenses. Samuel Banda brought back pictures of smiling faces in the clinic in Malawi.

bOARD OF MANAGERSCHAIR (Interim) Durk DeJongSECRETARY Mary JardineTREASURERDan PhilipsMANAGERSCarol CollingeMatthew DurieuxGraham Pelat Bill StempDave ToddWOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP REPRESENTATIVEBonnie FaustSESSION REPRESENTATIVE Len Wolstenholme

STAFF PASTORAL ASSISTANTGreta BylsmaCO-ORDINATOR OF VOLUNTEERSCindy StephensonINTERIM CHORAL DIRECTOR Ian Charter INTERIM ORGANIST Donna HoloboffOFFICE ADMINISTRATORLorna ThomsonADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTSHeather McCarthyCindi BanmanFACILITIES MANAGERJay SaliveSECURITYMartin GhogomuOscar SalgueroDavid TelferNURSERY CAREGIVER SUPERVISORKaren BrownSUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL LEADER Nicola CameronSUMMER STUDENTKyle Samson

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It was a time of transition for the

Board of Managers in 2015.

Due to fewer members, some

managers took on extra duties.

We take our responsibilities

seriously, and consider it a

privilege to serve the congregation

of Grace Church.

Board of ManagersHIGHLIGHTS OF 2015c Transition and turnover: Several position

changes: Chair, Treasurer and Secretary.

c Financial leadership: Involving all Board members and Session committee conveners in budget development. Now easier to follow financial reporting and review of accounts.

c Technology inventory: Compiling a complete inventory of the business technologies currently used to support the goals of the church.

c Maintenance work: Work to meet building code completed, solution for the parking lot ice from downspouts implemented, chandeliers secured, upgrades identified for Grace House.

c Parking: Consolidation of parking passes and ongoing search for additional parking spaces.

PLANS FOR 2016c Recruit 3 to 4 new members and organize

a Board retreat with a view to plan and prioritize for this year.

c Restructuring the Church accounts, improving financial processes and further enhancing financial reporting.

c Quarterly meetings with staff, Board and service providers to ensure future information technology infrastructure and applied information technology requisitions use IT governance to deliver sustainable value to Grace.

c Repair the church steps and get a new lawn sign, among other projects.

Transformational ImpactWe want to thank the congregation for their generosity in 2015.

In faith we look forward to the year 2016, and trust that our faithful God will also provide us with the means to fulfill the mission of Grace Church.

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General Offerings76%

Other1%

Bequests*4%

InvestmentIncome

7%Facility

Revenues7%

DesignatedDonations

1%

FundRaising

4%

Financial Reviewfor the Year 2015

Operating Receipts by Source

* Bequests do not include the amount of a bequest used for investment in a capital asset as approved by the congregation.

Total Operating Receipts

$1.13 million


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Other2%Levies

10%

Office15%

Building Operations24%

Ministry49%

Compensation43%

$569.5 K

Other2%

$24.0 K

Levies10%

$129.4 KOffice6%

$86.7 K

Committees20%

$267.4 K

Building Operations19%

$250.1 K

Other 2%Musicians 9%Building 12%Office 21%Ministers 56%

Operating Disbursements by Category

Operating Disbursements by Type

Notes: 1. Operating disbursements do not include investment in capital assets. 2. A portion of disbursements may be covered by designated funds.

Total Operating Disbursements

$1.33 million

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I am about to do a new thing; now it

springs forth, do you not perceive it?

Isaiah 43:19

A Look AheadWe took many steps in 2015 to prepare for the leadership transition, as the Ministry Resource Committee and the Transition Committee took active roles to update Ministers’ position descriptions, redistribute workloads and welcome the Presbytery representative who will help see us through the transition. We also welcomed a Co-ordinator of Volunteers who has supported the work of the Session.

In 2016, the transitional phase continues, as we actively seek a specially-trained Interim Minister who will help us assess our needs and goals for the future and the type of ministry model that will best support the congregation. We will undertake a complete human resources review, to ensure consistency and best practices.

It is a time of optimism, a time of opportunity, a time of transformation. With God’s guidance, we will be an inspiring and gracious urban congregation, using our abundant resources and dynamic compassion to transform lives.

Transformed by the love of God, Grace

Presbyterian Church is a thriving urban

congregation of mature Christians, and

a strong community member that fulfills

God’s mission in the world.

Our Vision:

Our Mission:Inspired by the Holy Spirit, we grow

disciples of Jesus Christ to love our

neighbours and effect social change.

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