PCC News

TRiO – A wonderful response

Parish Share is a contribution by churches towards the cost of the mission and ministry of the Church in the Diocese, which is primarily the cost of the clergy.

Practical tips shared by ‘most welcoming churches’

Following this year’s awards the judges have written the following lines as a check list for your own churches.

Simple ideas for engaging with families this Christmas

We know that there can be constraints on what churches and church congregations feel they can offer to Children, Youth and Families especially if there aren’t any or relatively few who already come to the church, but there are many ways that your church can offer a warm welcome to Children, Youth and Families whatever your circumstances.

Gospel singing brings in the crowds

As editor of your newspaper, I am always searching out examples of good practice to share with you.

Camping near Burnham Market

Another good news story! Burnham Breck have just finished their first season of providing camping facilities on five acres of secluded grassland, which has been untouched for generations.

Wretham embraces heritage to encourage visitors

John Kitson, the church secretary contacted me to tell me about the exciting things that they are doing at their church to encourage more visitors.

Top Tips for winter church maintenance

It’s that time of year again when the weather sets in and we need to be extra vigilant in looking after our churches.

Your quinquennial inspection report

The Quinquennial Inspection report describes the condition of the church building prepared by an architect or surveyor whose name is on the list approved for the purpose by the DAC.

PCC Health check

In the last edition of PCC news I looked at the responsibilities for individuals as PCC members.