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Report of the

Joint Needs Assessment Committee

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral

Charge

December 2016

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Table of Contents

Report of the Joint Needs Assessment Committee

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge

Table of Contents 2

Hamilton Conference – Halton Presbytery 3

Great Opportunities 3

History 3

Community Profile 3

Map of Carlisle/Kilbride Community 4

Carlisle website & Kilbride website 5

Views of the Village of Carlisle 6

Views of the Village of Kilbride 7

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge Church Structures 8

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge – Community Rich in Opportunities 9

Carlisle United Church – Motto 9

Carlisle Resource Profile – Rich in History 10

Boards of Trustees 11

Carlisle Board of Trustees, Stewardship, Contributions, & Staff 11

Carlisle United Church – Our Mission 12

Worship Services, and Initiatives 12

Youth Initiatives and Programing 13

Adult Initiatives and Programming 13

Our Logo 13

Community Initiatives and Programming 14

Carlisle United Church at Work 15

More of Carlisle United Church at Work 16

Kilbride United Church – Mission Statement 17

Who are we at Kilbride? 17

Kilbride United Church at Work 18

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge Syrian Refugees Sponsorship 19

Opportunities come from Challenges 19

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge, Terms Profile 20

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge in search of Data – Word Cloud 21

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge – Be Part of Change – Opportunities for your input 22

Priorities for a New Minister 22

Percentage of Respondents Emphasizing this Priority 23

Areas of Importance to the Joint Congregation 24

What Do Our Congregations Do Best? 25

Other Revelations 25

Our New Minister – Insightful Ministry 26

Annual Family Giving’s for Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge 2015 27

Notable Outreach Projects 27

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge – Combined Operating Statement 28

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge – Combined Balance Sheet 29

Recommendations 30

Respectfully Submitted By the 2016 JNAC 31

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Hamilton Conference – Halton Presbytery

Great Opportunities:

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge is in a transition of leadership with

Rev. Diane Blanchard leaving after 14 years. The relationship between

Carlisle and Kilbride is a positive and co-operative one. We thank

Diane for her dedicated service to our Pastoral Charge. Diane has

accepted a position on the staff of Hamilton Conference.

History:

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge is a two-point charge historically connected since

the early 1800’s in the farming communities of Carlisle and Kilbride. These two villages

are nestled in an increasingly affluent area centrally located to all amenities and services.

We continue to embrace the new families who bring an urban subdivision flavour to the

area they call home. Carlisle has a population of about 2400 with Kilbride just less than 1000. This

community is very attractive for its quiet country living atmosphere.

Community Profiles:

A leisurely thirty-minute drive from either church of the Carlisle/Kilbride

Pastoral Charge will bring you to any of the neighbouring communities

– Hamilton, Milton, Kitchener, Cambridge, Guelph, Burlington and Oakville.

To travel further afield we are central to a network of major highways and Go Train Services.

Educational facilities, health care, shopping, sports, entertainment, and any other desired services are

abundant and close at hand.

Although the two churches are only a five-minute drive apart, they are positioned in a unique

situation residing in two different municipalities. Both villages have similar demographics.

Carlisle is part of the City of Hamilton located in East Flamborough. The Carlisle Church participates

with the neighbouring Hamilton Churches in activities such as The World Day of Prayer. Kilbride is

part of the City of Burlington in Halton region. We encourage the nurturing of current relationships,

and hope for the fostering of new partnerships in this growing community.

Both communities consist of several subdivisions surrounded by a farming community. The area

consists mainly of single-family dwellings on ½ acre or larger lots. Carlisle has Eaton Place, a

senior’s residence, in the heart of town.

Residents in these communities often have long commutes, busy schedules, with high expectations,

and value their time. They are striving for calm and a sense of order with worship allowing them to

be fulfilled spiritually. There are also a number of retired folk and we have an active farming

community who reside in our area.

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Map of the Carlisle/Kilbride Community:

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Carlisle United Church: Website www.carlisleuc.ca

Carlisle Websites:

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Carlisle-United-Church-Ontario-Canada-

284766387801/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlisle,_Hamilton,_Ontario

Information Flamborough: http://infoflam.on.ca

Balaclava Elementary School, 280 10th Concession E, Freelton, ON, L0R 1K0 Phone: (905) 659-3396 http://www.hwdsb.on.ca/balaclava

Waterdown District High School 215 Parkside Dr, Waterdown, ON L0R 2H1 Phone: (905) 689-6692 http://www.hwdsb.on.ca/waterdown/

City of Hamilton: 905-546-2489 https://www.hamilton.ca/

Carlisle Medical Centre: Phone: (905) 689-3301 http://www.carlislemedical.ca/

Hamilton Public Library – Carlisle Branch http://www.hpl.ca/branches/carlisle-branch

Carlisle Community Centre

Kilbride United Church: www.kilbrideunited.com

Kilbride Websites:

www.facebook.com/Kilbride-United-Church-496356110536705

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilbride

Kilbride Public School, Phone: (905) 335-6394 http://kilps.hdsb.ca/

Kilbride Volunteer Fire Department: 2241 Kilbride St, Burlington, ON L7P 0H6

Phone: (905) 637-8207 https://www.google.ca/#q=Kilbride+volunteer+fire+department

Burlington Public Library – Kilbride Branch – https://www.google.ca/#q=kilbride+library

Address: 6611 Panton St, Kilbride, ON L0P 1G0, Phone: (905) 335-4011

Contact person: Allison Stockton-Aird - [email protected]

905.639.3611 ext. 1505

Halton Region: http://www.halton.ca/

311 Halton Online

City of Burlington: https://www.burlington.ca/

Town of Milton: www.milton.ca/

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Views of the Village of Carlisle

Carlisle Shopping Centre

Carlisle Farmer Market

Bakery, Flowers & Gifts

LCBO & Beer Store

Cleaners & Indoor Golf

Cascata Bistro

Carlisle Village Store

Edward Jones Investments

TD Bank

Bates & Green Garage

Memorial Hall

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Views of the Village of Kilbride

Kilbride Village Store

Greg’s Automotive Garage, Kilbride

Kilbride Fire Station

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge Church Structure:

Both churches have individual boards that meet regularly. The joint board meets four times a year or as

needed. Committees of the board meet separately as needed to complete the work of the churches.

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge:

Community Rich with Opportunities:

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge has one full time ordained minister – 78% Carlisle and 22% Kilbride.

The two churches operate in a manner relatively independently. We share joint summer services and have

other joint services as decided collaboratively by the joint board.

Our vision is clear – we have great opportunities to lead a viable charge at the center of our community and

look to grow and be as vibrant as the community around us.

Our theology is a Bible-based learning style ranging from traditional to contemporary. Within the

congregations, there is a range of styles enjoyed. The desire to offer a service midweek and accommodate the

busy schedules of our families resulted in the very successful adoption of “Messy Church” attended by young

children and their families. Our communion style currently invites all to the table, including children, and is

offered monthly. Time for fellowship at coffee hour is also a highlight and occasional lunches are enjoyed.

Carlisle United Church:

Motto: “Pray Love Serve”

We are people who seek to experience and honour God in our lives. Prayer is a pathway to a

relationship with God that takes many forms. As we open ourselves to God in prayer, God touches our lives and

through us, may touch others. We are all learners. You are welcome to join us in learning to pray and in practicing

prayer.

We are a people called by Jesus to love one another and this world. In relationships of respect where

each person is welcomed, we witness to the love that Jesus has for all people. The community of faith seeks to

include all ages and provide an external family of faith. We also seek to do as Jesus asks and love our neighbour as

ourselves. Therefore, we ask the question: Who is our neighbour?

We are a people who express our love of God and our call to follow Jesus in serving and blessing the

world around us. We want to make the world a better place as we share God’s love with others. From hospitality to

the food bank, the Ontario Early Years children and parents, and the Scouting and Guiding groups to reaching out

to the offshore workers and nannies in the community, we seek to serve our neighbours and the world in Jesus’

name.

Join Us.

Learn with us.

Grow in faith & love with us.

Bless this world with us.

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Carlisle – Resource Profile – Rich in History:

Carlisle United Church is a historic brick and stone building located on the banks

of Twelve-Mile Creek. We are rich with history. As the sun shines through to our

sanctuary the beautiful stained glass windows are revealed. They are a true beauty to

behold. The messages they share truly lift our spirit and evoke the connection

between Christ and the world.

Our 250 seat sanctuary received an extensive face lift in 2013, creating a stage-like area

at the front allowing for flexibility of use, from concert stage to a more traditional

pulpit setting. Our sanctuary also makes use of the balcony that overlooks the sanctuary

from the back of the church. Our front entrance consists of a Honduras mahogany door

refurbished in 2016. On Sunday morning, our bell tower rings out a welcome across the

village. On special occasions, the carillon may be heard.

The church has a number of meeting rooms (available for rent), a fully functional kitchen, updated

furnace, two office areas, and a parlour. Centennial Hall, which houses the Flamborough Food Bank,

has storage facilities and additional washrooms.

The church office at Carlisle serves as the Pastoral Charge office and is technologically up to date.

An office administrator currently works Tuesday to Thursday 9:00am – 2:00pm. The minister’s hours

are more flexible, depending on his/her schedule for pastoral duties.

The sanctuary is equipped with a remote controlled projection screen, additional monitor in the choir

area, computer, sound system, and hearing assist equipment. Wi-Fi is available throughout the

building.

Communication with our community is a key priority.

In the spring of 2016 a new computerized, electronic

sign was installed. Our many church functions are

posted as messages, using colour and graphics to add

appeal.

A key operated elevator from ground level makes Carlisle United Church accessible to all three levels

of our building. In 2015/16, we improved the outside stairs and added a ramp that allows easier

accessibility to the Food Bank in Centennial Hall.

In 2016, the church and our Music Ministry received a very kind donation of a Steinway grand piano,

which allows for “Royal Conservatory of Music” standard. An organ

also complements our music program. We are very fortunate to have

a young talented Director of Music to lead our choir and invite talented

musician colleagues to our church.

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Boards of Trustees: The Boards of Trustees pay close attention to the investment of funds for both the churches. Trustees

are responsible for the insurance policies as applied to the churches and the activities therein.

Carlisle – Board of Trustees: The Board oversees the cemetery, adhering to guidelines set out by The Bereavement Authority of

Ontario. The Memorial Cemetery Fund provides funding for the ongoing maintenance and care of the

cemetery and can only be used for that purpose. Investment income and donations are used to support

the cemetery's operating expenses. The Manse and Planned Giving Funds are moneys available as per

specific guidelines outlined by the Church Board.

The Trustees oversee a large parcel of land, including land available for sports (soccer), parking, and

the cemetery in which a new Columbarium was built in 2016. There are no outstanding mortgages.

The members of the property committee, not the Trustees, maintain the church through the property

budget.

Stewardship: The Board has carried out a low-key stewardship program

on a yearly basis, which has helped with budget needs.

Contributions:

Envelope givings including PAR (pre-

authorized remittance)

Bequests & Memorials

Investment income

Carlisle United Church Spring Festival

Friends of the UCW

Music concerts

Rentals

Other fundraising activities

Donations from website visitors

Special services (for example

Benevolent Fund)

Birthday bank

Staff: Full time Pastoral Charge Ordained Minister

Associate Minister

Office Administrator – Tuesday – Thursday (9am – 2pm)

Director of Music

Youth – to provide infant care during worship

Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer (honorarium)

Carlisle United Church is abuzz. Our parking lot is busy, and our doors are open because our

church is a community hub. “Faith Comes Alive”

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Carlisle United Church – Our Mission:

“A Celebrating Community of Faith”

“To Strengthen our Relationship to God through Christ with One Another.”

Carlisle United Church features a family atmosphere where all, from young to old, newcomers to

lifelong members are welcomed to grow in relationship with God. Carlisle United Church offers

a variety of worship opportunities throughout the year, striving to meet the spiritual needs of our

community. The church has a proud tradition of serving God through outreach ministry. We are

a busy church supporting youth, adult and community initiatives and programming. In 2016, an

informative video highlighting our involvement with our community was created. This “My

Church is…” video can be found at our Carlisle United Church website www.carlisleuc.ca or

the link: https://youtu.be/H-KdMBkAymc. Carlisle United Church strives to continually adapt and

develop to stay relevant as we live our lives in a changing world.

Worship Services and Initiatives:

Sunday Morning Service: Carlisle United Church (CUC) welcomes all on Sunday mornings at 11:00am to join our traditional worship service with

prayer, music, scripture, sermon, contemporary additions, and offertory.

Children are important in our congregation and Sunday School is offered weekly with

either “in class” or “in service” activities. Nursery is also offered during worship for our

youngest family members, 3 years and under. A coffee hour follows each service

offering an opportunity to socialize, connect and support our fellow congregants.

Seasonal Services: In reaching out to our community through the holiday seasons, together with Kilbride United Church (KUC), CUC invites individuals and families to

join us for a variety of services including a World Day of Prayer, Blue Christmas Service,

Christmas Eve Services, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Morning Services.

Table Talk: A reflective group gathers weekly for lunch to study and discuss scripture

from the previous Sunday morning service.

Prayer Group/Circle: At CUC, we believe that prayer changes lives. It is our privilege to support our community with our daily prayers. Our prayer box, placed at the side

entrance of the church and available on our website www.carlisleuc.ca reminds church

and community people that we are available to share their concerns. In addition, a Prayer

Circle from Kilbride and Carlisle gathers monthly to pray for one another, our church,

our community, and individuals known to us who are ill or grieving or in special need.

Each year during Lent, members from our Prayer Group/Circle facilitate a Week of

Guided Prayer for all who would like to join.

Prayer Shawl Ministry: In times of grief or illness, we pray that God’s love will surround people. Talented members of Carlisle United Church express our love to

people through the knitting, blessing, and giving of prayer shawls. These prayer shawls

are a visible expression of God’s love.

Messy Church: Community families with young children are invited to join us monthly

for an evening meal while enjoying Bible stories, crafts and games.

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Summer Vacation Bible Camp: With the co-leadership of a vibrant team of teens and young adults from Hamilton Presbytery, CUC hosts a yearly Summer Vacation Bible

Camp for more than 60 children. This camp also offers volunteer opportunities to youth

from our church and community to help facilitate the group activities.

Youth Initiatives and Programming:

Scouting and Guiding Groups: Groups for all ages are active in our church and community. These groups meet in our church and lead many community initiatives such

as regular paper, bottle drives, garage sales, refurbishing bicycles for local Migrant

workers, and Pancake Tuesday Dinner. These groups join us for worship on our

Remembrance Day Service and Baden Powell Service.

Ontario Early Years: A weekly morning session for families with young children is offered in our church September through June. Daily sessions are offered in Waterdown.

Balaclava Public School Award: Annually, Carlisle United Church donates and presents a

cash award for a deserving student at Balaclava Public School’s graduation ceremony

Adult Initiatives and Programming:

Friends of the United Church Women’s Group:

A dedicated group of women join regularly for fun

and fellowship, to host luncheons, a “Christmas in the

Country” Bazaar, a Christmas Vendors and Artisan

Sale and Funeral Teas (upon request). This vital group is an integral support for church

functions such as the Carlisle United Church Spring Festival. They share themselves and

their talents working diligently to bake pies to sell throughout the year, as well as making

many other delicious treats and creating crafts for their various sales. Their hard work

helps support church initiatives and various community charities.

Men’s Group: This social and supportive group of men from our community meet to informally discuss and reflect on issues of life and faith. This varied group also share

their skills and talents such as woodworking and the creation of cutting boards to donate

to the church’s spring festival.

Our Logo: One of our Stained glass windows inspired the symbol for Carlisle United Church -

Jesus praying in the garden of Gethsemane. We are disciples of the crucified and

risen Christ, looking to the heart of an emptied cross. The rays speak of light in darkness.

They evoke the connection between Christ and the world. Rays of light and love reach

out to a hurting world. In prayer, we hold our people, and our world in the light.

“…whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life”. (John 8:12)

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Community Initiatives and Programming:

The Flamborough Food Bank: Located in Carlisle United Church is open twice weekly and helps more than 100 community households. It is a not-for-profit, community based organization that supplements individual and family households

Carlisle United Church Spring Festival: This annual event invites our community to a chicken barbecue, auctions, kids’ activity area and

entertainment. Proceeds supporting our church and several local charities. This event is highly successful selling more than 500 meals annually and it attracts even more to enjoy the community spirit and fun activities.

Migrant Workers’ Dinners: CUC is part of a network of community churches that alternate to provide hospitality to migrant farm workers in our area. Twice a year CUC invites migrant workers for a home-cooked meal, social time, and sharing of clothing and gift donations. This popular event serves and entertains 50 to 80 workers at each dinner and provides an amazing opportunity for fun and comradery among the workers and church members. This summer, we also invited migrant workers to join us Sunday afternoons, offering refreshments, treats, and use of a laptop computer and our Wi-Fi.

Carlisle Cares and Shares: Annually, CUC organizes and facilitates a food, new toys/gifts, and cash donation blitz of the entire community. Collected donations support community charities including The Flamborough Food Bank, Salvation Army and Wesley Urban Ministries.

Wesley Urban Ministries: CUC annually supports Wesley Urban Ministry’s Case for Kids, donates gifts and service to their Christmas Store. We host one of their Sunday dinners and worship services serving close to 200 people in need.

Concerts: Each year our Board, choir, and musical leaders organize several music events, welcoming our community to enjoy the music and beauty of our sanctuary. This year we are very grateful to receive the generous gift of a Steinway grand piano. We are excited about the opportunities this gift offers to our church and community.

Refugee Sponsorship: Carlisle United Church is part of the Halton-Hamilton Refugee Sponsorship Committee that sponsored and supported the immigration and first year of residency for a family of 19 Syrian refugees. This involvement has been a heartwarming and fulfilling initiative of love and compassion. Members of the family have reciprocated, including visiting CUC for a worship service and helping with our spring festival.

Eaton Place: Originally, built with the leadership of Carlisle United Church, this retirement home in the heart of Carlisle, offers senior residents independent living options as well as a variety of amenities and services. This local retirement home offers opportunities for renewed connection and partnership with CUC.

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UCW preparing for the Bazaar

Friends of UCW at work

Making Cabbage Rolls

for the Bazaar

Migrant Workers come to shop & learn

Music Concert

Donation to Flamborough Food Bank

Guest Musician

Migrant Worker Dinner

Carlisle United Church at Work

Refurbished bikes for the

Migrant Workers

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Stained Glass Windows

Our Youth

Steinway grand piano

Summer Vacation Bible School

Dining at Church

Chicken Dinner for 500 plus

friends

Silent Auction

Live Auction

Finance at the Festival

Face painting at the

Festival

More of Carlisle United Church at Work

Recycling at the

Carlisle Spring

Festival

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Kilbride United Church

Mission Statement:

“To share our Christian Faith with one another and the community”.

Kilbride United Church worships in a white frame building in the centre of the historic village of

Kilbride. The sanctuary was built in 1860 with a number of additions. In 1881 Kilbride Church

joined with Carlisle Church to form a pastoral charge that remains in effect today. The sanctuary

will hold approximately 100 people, though the normal Sunday attendance is around 20-25

people. Special services would see a larger attendance. The worship services are currently

traditional in structure though the congregation is open to change. The organizational structure in

Kilbride United Church includes a church board, and the following committees: Worship and

Music, Outreach, Finance, Pastoral Care, Property, Communications, and Ministry & Personnel

(joint with Carlisle United Church).

The sanctuary at Kilbride United Church has a baby grand piano, an organ, a sound system, and

hearing assist devices. In the hall, there is a large flat screen with multimedia and computer

presentation capabilities.

Who are we at Kilbride?

We are neighbours who come together to worship God, and support each other.

We are a caring family who pulls together to help a community member who is injured or ill.

We are the hosts of a monthly gathering for seniors in the community that includes a nutritious meal and time for fellowship.

We are the hosts of an annual gathering for the migrant farm workers in the area

including free clothing store, games, a barbeque, and entertainment.

We are the hosts of an annual “Sharing the Spirit” day for the community, serving a pancake brunch, providing local entertainment.

We are the congregation who, in cooperation with the local school, collect money, gifts and food for The Wesley Ministries, and others in need at Christmas.

We are the choir, providing beautiful music for each Sunday service, led by our talented choir director and organist.

We are the people who visit shut-ins, and the elderly in the local nursing homes and

hospitals.

We are among those praying for the victims of hatred and terrorism.

We are the women who knit prayer shawls for those in need of comforting.

We are the workers who quietly make repairs and improvements around the church.

We are the coffee team preparing coffee for our fellowship time after worship.

We are the supporters of the local scouting and guiding units.

We are members who organize fundraisers to support our various outreach programs.

We are the groups that meet very informally, but get things done!

We are the groups having fun together.

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Share the Spirit

Share the Spirit

Kilbride Church Sanctuary Flamborough Food Bank

Migrant Workers

Migrant Workers Lunch

Seniors Lunch

Share the Spirit

Kilbride Sanctuary

At Work

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge Syrian Refugee Sponsorship:

A big welcome sign greeted a family of 19

refugees at Toronto International Airport in

early 2016.

Ramsiz was overjoyed to introduce his

Parents Yusef and Sofia to Rev. Barbara Morrison, one

of the dedicated supporters of this project.

Opportunities come from Challenges:

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge is no different from many of the mainstream churches

struggling to increase membership, provide services, and empower our youth.

We want to continue to examine ways to encourage youth involvement with programs

like Messy Church, Vacation Bible School, Sunday School, opportunities for volunteer

involvement, and community outreach partnerships.

We want to continue to use and introduce technology and social media to keep connected

with our changing community while still including our valued “Keenagers”

Although we were pleased to have balanced the budget in 2015, and are approaching that for 2016, we are continually looking for ways to improve giving, encourage PAR, enjoy

fundraisers, and stimulate growth.

Our congregation faces the challenges of a limited pool of volunteers.

Limited local housing at a reasonable cost for a new minister may require living in one of

the surrounding communities.

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge:

Terms Profile:

Carlisle and Kilbride United Churches work together on a Ministry and Personnel Committee to ensure

our staff are compensated in accordance with all United Church of Canada guidelines. They work co-

operatively with the Finance Committees and the Boards of both churches to ensure a productive,

positive, and safe work place.

Our Pastoral charge is fully committed to the United Church of Canada’s Harassment and Workplace

Violence Policy providing a safe, harassment, and violence free environment for worship, work, and

study.

Position:

The Position at our pastoral charge is a full time ordained minister working a 40-hour week. The time

allotment is 78% Carlisle and 22% Kilbride, with appropriate flexibility as necessary. Time allotment

may vary week to week.

Salary Parameters:

Salary is commensurate with training, years of service, and geographic location. We have transitioned

to the new compensation model.

Benefit Package:

Benefits include participation in the pension plan of the United Church of Canada as outlined by the

church’s policy. CPP, EI and WSIB comply with the Government guidelines. Continuing Education

and Learning Resources Package for attending workshops/conferences, purchasing books, acquiring

spiritual direction, and obtaining electronic and other resources relevant to providing ministry

leadership is available, and encouraged. Historically, our pastoral charge has been able to compensate

slightly above the United Church recommendations.

Housing:

Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge does not have a Manse, but does offer a housing allowance that

reflects the cost of housing in the area. Congregants may be willing to assist with a move to keep costs

in check.

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge is located in an area where many commute both to and from our

area. Houses are mainly single-family dwellings in the COL group # 4. The surrounding areas also

offer some wonderful, varied housing options to call home thus meeting your needs.

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge in search of Data:

The Joint Needs Assessment Committee worked hard on developing strategies to reach out to both our

community and our congregations in search for what we believe are the pastoral needs of our two

churches.

An electronic survey on the church web sites, hard copy questionnaire mailed out to congregants, and a

Town Hall Community meeting were planned and organized. In Kilbride, the surveys were completed

during a worship service. Carlisle also had a time for questions on the survey during worship.

We were pleased with the results and our findings. We received a higher than expected response on all

accounts. Conversation and excitement was in the air.

Word Cloud:

Responses received on the question of “priorities for a new minister” were thorough and informative.

In the word cloud – a graphic representation above – the size of the word indicates the frequency of

word use communicating the most salient points as stated by our joint congregations.

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Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge

Be Part of Change – Opportunities for Your Input.

The total questionnaire package with results is available on request.

About ninety questionnaires were sent out by e-mail, letter, and personal delivery, and the survey was

available online. Seventy-Three responses were received.

Our questionnaire asked respondents to identify their top three priorities for a new minister. Some of

the key words extracted from the priority comments are listed below.

Priorities for a New Minister:

Message Leadership Growth Youth Outreach Pastoral Care

Responses 45 40 22 23 36 24 Pastoral Charge 61% 54% 30% 31% 49% 32%

Carlisle 72% 61% 33% 35% 56% 31% Kilbride 32% 37% 21% 21% 32% 37%

Some of the keywords used to identify priorities

Preach Leadership Growth Children Outreach Sick

Sermon Leader Families Young Others Care

Worship Delegate New Youth Community Pastoral

Bible Involved Increasing Intergenerational Town Visit

Biblical Organized Membership Outside Death

Faith Personable Group Hospital

Message Extravert living Caring

Reflection Energetic Lost

Lord Approachable Help

Inclusive Friendly

Relevant Mentor

Current Open

Scripture Listen

Flexible

Joyful

Communicator

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge places our top three priorities as:

1. The Message

2. Leadership

3. Outreach

Pastoral Care, Youth, and Growth are closely positioned in 4th

, 5th

, & 6th

places

Comments in the responses revealed a wide range of desired characteristics

1. Uplifting message as part of an insightful worship

2. Interactive, less traditional, family friendly, inclusive of children

3. Knowledge of, and involvement in, the community

4. Reach out through visitation of new families and newcomers.

5. Provide a variety in music with consideration of a more contemporary style.

6. The congregants show an interest and willingness to do things differently.

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“Percentage of Respondents Emphasizing this Priority”

This chart clearly shows how well matched the two churches are as they reflect their priorities.

The percentages show slightly differently with more priorities identified by Carlisle respondents.

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Areas of Importance to the Joint Congregations:

A number of questions in the Questionnaire were included to gauge the feelings of importance in a

number of areas of church life. The results were aggregated to reveal the relative importance of the

various areas of interest.

Outreach as expected was indicated as area of highest of importance in both congregations. The high

importance of caring reflects the age of congregations. Prayer was also an area of strong interest to

many.

Note:

“Average” is the total of all results divided by the number of responses.

“Median” is the middle number when all the results are ranked from highest to lowest.

“Mode” is the most common response.

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What Do our Congregations Do Best?

The Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge is very proud of the outreach in our community. The

congregations are like a family, which explains the score for fellowship particularly in Kilbride. While

congregations rate worship highly, some feel it could be improved with a more current, uplifting

message while others feel a more Bible-based message would help build our Church. Perhaps the

addition of a midweek contemporary service would better accommodate busy younger families.

Other Revelations:

Information received and reviewed from our Town Hall meeting mirrored much of the survey results.

Attendees at the Town Hall meeting highlighted the desire for us to make greater use of social media,

introduce a welcome wagon for newcomers, and perhaps offer streaming of our services. We need to

work more closely with community partners and many feel that the minister’s visibility in the

community is important. Creative and empowering initiatives can ensure a vibrant church for the

future.

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Our New Minister:

If you enjoy meeting new people, like working with youth and children, have an interest in

counselling, and want to participate in efforts to strengthen relationships with other community groups,

you would find a welcoming home in the Carlisle/Kilbride Charge.

Insightful Ministry:

We prayerfully hope to call a minister who is a fit with our congregations and will continue to foster

strong outreach, fellowship and leadership through worship and community involvement.

We are seeking a minister who:

Strengths:

Is Christ centred

Is skilled in delivering an inspirational, relevant, theologically grounded sermon

Has effective time management, ability to balance demands & priorities

Is an effective communicator and active listener

Speaks from the heart

Opportunities:

Is able to build community partnerships

Is committed to church growth – empowering, encouraging and enabling

Is open to change

Emphasizes fellowship and friendship – a mentoring individual

Aims for Christian education expansion with youth & children

Gifts and Talents:

Employs worship styles that reflect flexibility

Is forward thinking

Emphasises pastoral care, empowering both the needy & hurting people

Has an energetic, enthusiastic & fun-loving nature

Enjoys work with all ages

Will help examine music opportunities

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Annual Family Givings for Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge 2015

$200 or less – 24

$201 – $500 – 18

$501 – $1000 – 23 12 over $3000.

$1001 – $2000 – 26

$2001 – $3000 – 15

Over $ 3000 – 12 15 $ 2001 – $ 3000

Total Families – 118

26 $ 1001 – $2000

23 $501 – $1000

18 $201 – $500

# Of Families 24 $200 or less Yearly Givings

Total Families = 118

Notable Outreach Projects:

Outreach is of significant importance to our churches. The countless number of volunteer hours and the

many donations of cash, food, and clothing received make it difficult to put a monetary value to these

worthwhile causes.

The popular Migrant Worker dinners receive donations of door prizes, favours, clothing, food,

recycled and repaired bicycles as well as cash donations.

Wesley Urban Ministry is supported yearly with food, clothing, hats and mittens as well as cash

donations. A group of dedicated volunteers helps at the no charge Christmas store.

Cares and Shares and Share the Spirit are two very successful events that collect needed items and

funds for a number of charities in the community.

Flamborough Food Bank is continually supported by both churches.

The Syrian Refugee Family was a most rewarding undertaking that many of us will not forget.

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CARLISLE/KILBRIDE PASTORAL CHARGE

COMBINED OPERATING STATEMENT

To Oct./16 2016 2015 2014 2013

Actual Budget Actual Actual Actual

REVENUE: Envelopes, PAR & Loose Offerings 101,249 145,050 153,029 138,936 148,847

Rentals

8,853 11,000 12,755 10,673 9,570

Fundraising

36,023 33,900 39,780 36,386 42,522

Mission & Service 17,734 21,000 21,186 21,160 19,872

Investment & Interest Income 1,865 3,500 3,856 752 419

*Designated Gift 130,000

52,757

Other

16,869 23,490 24,983 27,439 40,296

Total Revenue 312,593 237,940 255,589 235,346 314,283

EXPENSES: Salaries & Benefits 101,954 134,201 131,408 124,866 124,457

Operating Expenses 27,793 32,350 28,434 36,701 30,094

Property Maintenance

23,758 32,940 33,041 32,140 43,669

Committees/Outreach

19,938 23,800 29,389 33,054 28,548

*Designated Gift expenditure 114,531 2,000

60,957

Mission & Service 17,734 21,000 21,186 21,160 19,806

Total Expenses 305,708 246,291 243,458 247,921 307,531

Surplus / (Deficit) 6,885 (8,351) 12,131 (12,575) 6,752

Transfer from Planned Giving Fund 8,351 1,178 351 -

Net Surplus / (Deficit) 6,885 - 13,309 (12,224) 6,752

Notes:

1. 2016 Budget - the amount to balance the budget is for Carlisle. Kilbride has a balanced budget. 2. In 2013, Carlisle United Church received a significant bequest. Portions of the funds were used to

upgrade the Sanctuary, with the balance transferred to the Planned Giving Fund. 3. This Statement does not include the operations of the Carlisle United Church Cemetery 4. *In 2016 funds were gifted to Carlisle United Church for the specific purpose of purchasing a Steinway

Grand Piano and its ongoing maintenance.

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CARLISLE / KILBRIDE PASTORAL CHARGE

COMBINED BALANCE SHEET As at December 31, 2015

COMMENTS ON DESIGNATED FUNDS:

Planned Giving Fund – Established to receive any bequests, planned gifts, and honour gifts not otherwise designated. The purpose of the projects funded by this fund shall be to extend the vision and purpose of CUC. The guidelines for the disbursement of the funds are 20% for Christ's work in the world; 30% for Christ's work in the community and 50% for Christ's work in the congregation.

Manse Fund - The fund was established when the church's manse was sold, and the proceeds invested. The Investment income has been used to support the Minister's housing allowance. The fund also functions as a reserve amount for the church, with a minimum balance mandated by the Church Board.

Carlisle Planned Manse Total

Total

Operating Giving Fund Fund Carlisle Kilbride Pastoral Charge

ASSETS Cash & Bank Accounts 23,288 12,754 3,628 39,670 22,693 62,363

GIC's

25,000 40,051 65,051

65,051

Memorial Fund

6,058 6,058

Accounts Receivable 6,324

6,324

6,324

Investments

200,000 70,760 270,760 90,848 361,608

TOTAL ASSETS

29,612

237,754

114,439

381,805

119,599 501,404

LIABILITIES Accounts Payable & Accruals 2,774

2,774

2,774

EQUITY Fund Balances

26,838 237,754 114,439 379,031 119,599 498,630

TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY 29,612 237,754 114,439 381,805 119,599 501,404

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Recommendations:

1. Recommend that the congregation of the Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge request Halton

Presbytery to accept this report and declare a vacancy for a full time order of ministry starting

September 1, 2017 or as a suitable candidate is called.

2. Recommend, upon approval by Halton Presbytery, that a Joint Search Committee be

established to seek and call a candidate to fill this full time position.

3. Recommend that the Joint Search Committee with input from Ministry and Personnel will

negotiate terms and conditions following all Presbytery guidelines.

4. Recommend that the Joint Search Committee have representation from the Joint Needs

Assessment Committee, for the purpose of continuity.

5. Recommend, the establishment of a transition committee that will meet, and greet the new

minister, organize an orientation process, and facilitate his/her integration into the community.

6. Recommend that should Presbytery approve this report, the Joint Needs Assessment Committee

be disbanded.

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Respectfully Submitted By:

The 2016 Joint Needs Assessment Committee of the Carlisle/Kilbride

Pastoral Charge

Mary Gilbert (Chair) [email protected] Carlisle

Dave Curtis (recording secretary) [email protected] Carlisle

Ron Goruk [email protected] Carlisle

Erin McBryde [email protected] Carlisle

Larry Allin [email protected] Kilbride

Nancy Legacy [email protected] Kilbride

John Anderson [email protected] Presbytery

Rev. Dr. Michael Brooks [email protected] Presbytery

Upon reading this report should you need clarification, please contact committee chair Mary Gilbert

(905-689-8126)

Available on Request:

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Annual Reports

Complete Questionnaire Package.