Parish Profile St Mary Orton Waterville (1)

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THE PARISH OF ST MARY

THE VIRGIN

Orton Waterville & Orton

Brimbles

A Profile

The Christmas Angel

The Waterville welcome is far warmer!

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November 2011

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

The parish is at the centre of an area that numbers young families, retirees and someprofessional households. It is centred around the historic village of Orton Waterville now sitedwithin an expanding Peterborough, so becoming an urban village. Owing to historical factorsthe Parish is in the Diocese of Ely despite one of the neighbouring churches beingPeterborough Cathedral and the presence of the Bishop of Peterborough and his palace. StMary's is staffed by a priest nearing retirement, a Parish Administrator (an ALM workingvoluntarily) and one Authorised Lay Minister, authorised as Pastoral Assistant and as WorshipLeader - and many volunteers.

The worship on Sunday mornings is presently centred on CW Eucharist, though there isopportunity for BCP on occasion.

The parish hosts one Church school, St Botolph's, served by St Mary's and Holy Trinity. Thereis also a county primary school. A Church secondary school is also available in the City.

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The parish is fundamentally middle-class in its outlook despite being surrounded by workingpeople struggling to make ends meet, especially in the area of the parish known as OrtonBrimbles, and beyond, where many people choose to use St Mary's for weddings andBaptisms, amongst whom there are a sizeable number who have a folk experience of churchbut as yet no real faith. This gives a great opportunity for outreach.

The church has recently been re-ordered and the building is fundamentally sound. A small

kitchenette, servery and toilet are within the church. There is a village hall which can be usedby the church on a few occasions during the year.

The Deanery has a good Chapter which meets 10 times a year, and is supportive of theClergy. Although thirty miles away Diocesan House has a resources library and two priests'conferences or lectures are held each year. An all-clergy conference, in France or in Swanwickor High Leigh is held every 2/3 years.

HISTORY

As is not unusual for the area there is little recorded history. The first priest appointed to StMarys was apparently in 1248. The present building was completed by the end of the 13th

century, though the tower was increased in height to accommodate 4 bells, the elder of whichdates back to the 1240s. The chancel collapsed in Tudor times and was re-built in that stylerather than simple Gothic.

The first patrons were the Waterville family, followed by a small selection of others until in1495 it came into the hands of Pembroke College, Cambridge, who were landlords of much ofthe land and the surrounding farms as of that date till 1952. The College still considers itselfto be Patrons of the living.

The only well-known figure to be come Rector was Roger Long, Master of Pembroke, Professorof Astronomy in the University of Cambridge, inventor of a water-bicycle and more

significantly of the Planetarium.

The parish is presently within Cambridgeshire, or specifically the Unitary Authority ofPeterborough. In past years it has belonged to Huntingdonshire and Northamptonshire.

1. What would you say are your hopes for your church in the next few years?

Substantial reordering and refurbishment of the Church has included the provision of

kitchen and toilet facilities, both to a very high standard, which have met with the

approbation of the DAC. We have also installed a new and more efficient heating

system. These changes have made the building warm and welcoming with the hope

that people are encouraged to join us and become regular worshippers. The seating,chairs and not pews, have been renewed.

2. Please set out your parish Mission Statement if you have one.

To follow the example of Jesus Christ and His Saints and present His life and teachings to all in

a relevant and positive way. This may be summarised in the 5 Ts of the Marks of Mission

outlined by the present Bishop of Ely:

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Parish ORTON WATERVILLE

Deanery YAXLEY

Parish Population 4,500

What are some of the distinguishing features of the parish population in terms of

household composition and employment? Are any of the following groups

noticeably large (L) or small (S) in your community:

L/S L/S L/S L/S

Young

families

S Couples -

no

Children

S Middle

aged

L Retired L

L/S L/S L/S L/S

Unemploy

ed

S Manual S `White

collar'

L Profession

al

L

What features

of ethnic

diversity are

there in your

community?

Overwhelmingly White European, some African and

Oriental

Are there any social issues or needs to which you would like to draw attention?

The needs of the elderly as well as the young have equal importance. There is also a crying

need for the ministry of the parish to include the areas of deprivation (admittedly few) and

the more poorly-paid (some in Waterville, many in Brimbles).

EDUCATION:

Is there a church school in the parish? Yes

It is Voluntary Controlled Yes

Name of School Roll No. Parish / Clergy links

St Botolph's C of E

Primary School

(shared with Orton

Longueville)

400 Foundation places on Governing

Body of Voluntary Controlled School

in the neighbouring parish of Orton

Longueville

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Are there any Local Authority schools in the parish?

Name of School Roll No. Parish / Clergy links

Matley Primary School 250 None though the present Rector has

served on the Governing Body in

past years, as have various

parishioners.

HEALTH:

Please give details of any hospitals, surgeries/health centres, elderly persons' homes, day

centres etc in the parish.

Name Parish / Clergy links

Matley Dental Surgery None apart from patient involvement

Rangefield sheltered complex None

Griffiths Court sheltered complex Some links

Beverstone sheltered complex None

COMMUNITY:

Please give details of any organisations or groups that meet within the parish, for children,

young people or adults

Organisation Nos. Parish / Clergy involvement

Brownies

None at present.

Women's Institute Many parishioners are involved.

Senior Citizens There are activities at the Village

Hall aimed mainly at the senior

citizen. Many parishioners are

involved.

Annual Show Well supported by all ages who

exhibit garden produce,

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photographs, hobby and craft.

Annual Ride & Stride -

Cambs Historic

Churches Trust

10 or so

persons

Bell Ringers 6 We have 4 bells re-hung in 2000.

They weigh 11cwt.

THE PARISH CHURCH

Name

(dedication

)

ST MARY THE VIRGIN

Please describe the capacity, age and any special features of the building

Capacity - 120 seated

Age - around 800 years old but fairly sound structure

Have any recent repairs been carried out?

If yes, describe briefly

Repairs to the roof downpipes then replacement thereof.

Replacing stolen lead. An alarm system has been set up on the roofs linked

in with the interior alarms.

If the PCC still has to raise funds to cover the cost,

please indicate the amount None

Are any imminent repairs necessary?

If yes, describe briefly

Repairs to the Chancel Beam Supports.

If the PCC still has to raise funds to cover the cost, No . Sufficient Funds

exist.

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Date of last

Quinquennial

2009

Summary of recommendations, with approximate costs (if available). Please tick if work

completed. If funds need to be raised, please indicate approximate amount (if known)

Recommendations Costs Amount

to

be raised

Replace some interior plaster and re-decorate

Repairs to stone flooring

Pulpit repairs

Please give a brief description of the CHURCHYARD, including state of repair, responsibilities

for day to day upkeep, and whether burials still take place.

Some fallen stone in the walls needs replacing

Upkeep has been tendered out and is paid for by the Parish Council

Burials no longer take place nor interring of cremated remains

A new (civic) parish cemetery has been provided not far from the church.

Please describe other church-owned buildings (e.g., church hall), including name,

approximate size, general state of repair, any imminent requirements and level of

fund raising needed (where known).

There are none.

PARSONAGE HOUSE:

Please indicate size age, condition, garden, and the position in relation to the church

This 4 bedroom house has 1 study, 3 toilets, 1 dining room and 1 receptionroom. It has an adequate garden and is 75yards from the Church.

CHURCH LIFE

Number of Church

Electoral Roll

88 Approximate percentage who

live outside the parish

10 %

WORSHIP: Sunday Services:

Please give details of regular Sunday services. If some services occur less than

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weekly state which Sundays of the month they usually occur.

If not weekly,

which

Sundays)

What Service (eg

eucharist, etc)

Form of

Service

(eg

CW BCP

Nos.

16

& over

Nos.

under

16

1st Sunday

8.15

1st, 2nd,4th

9.15 Sundays

3rd Sunday

10.00

Eucharist

Eucharist

Eucharist

BCP

CW

CW

3 +

40-45

45

10

10

Please give details of any regular mid-week services

10.15am Wednesday Communion CW 4+

Please give attendance/communicant figures for last Christmas and Easter

Christmas 95/75 Easter 92/76

Describe briefly the musical life and tradition of your church, with any groups involved and

numbers

Organist, Choir Leader (Rectors wife so will eventually leave also),small

group of ad-hoc singers, 2 clarinettists

What is the number and frequency of Home Communions? Few take up

In the last calendar year what were the numbers of the following?

Baptis

m

13 Weddin

g

9 Churc

h

Funer

al

7 Crematoriu

m Funeral

5 Confirmati

on

candidates

1

Is Baptism administered with the context of the main Sunday service? For regularparishioners/normally

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Please describe the tradition of churchmanship

Middle/Broad Church in the eyes of most. The present Rector tends to High

but not Catholic; his predecessor was Evangelical and his predecessor was

traditional and Catholic. The Parish is accustomed to a variety of Eucharistic

prayers within the limits of Canon B.5.3.

For Communion Services does the presiding priest wear: tick as appropriate

Alb &

chasubl

e

yes Alb & stole yes Surplice

& stole

rarely Surplice &

black

scarf

Very

rarely

Is the Sacrament reserved in church in an aumbry? Yes

Is incense ever used in worship? Yes, v. occasionally in Lent

TEACHING:

What are the features of a parish policy regarding the nurture of children?

Children of all ages are welcome at Services and a Sunday School is

provided. Children are encouraged to read and pray at Family Services onthe 3rd Sunday, and children are admitted to communion before

Confirmation.

On the third Sunday in the month, the children perform either a reading or

perform a biblical story in an attractive and meaningful way. It is not

unusual to have about a dozen participants in this.

Are there designated persons responsible for children's work? If yes, give number 6

Does the PCC implement Child Protection requirements? Yes

Does the PCC have a budget for education (of all ages)

in the parish? No If, yes, give amount

Describe any parish work for the nurture and development of children and young people:

The youth club disappeared when the leaders felt no longer able to continue many years ago

and the nature of the youth attending, few of whom were church-linked. It did attract young

teenagers who at that had nowhere much to go of an evening.

Children: See above. Also preparation for First Communion

Yes by a parent

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Young People: None, other than preparation for Confirmation where

applicable.

Describe any parish work for the nurture and development of adults (such as sermon series in

Lent, housegroups, other groups, special events or activities)

There is a series of Lent groups, a house group, bereavement support and

pastoral support.

Describe any social activities, events or groups (for any age group) that take place within the

church community

There are a range of social activities, including concerts, quiz nights, and

beetle drives, organised by the Church's Social Committee.

FINANCE:

Are the Incumbent's Expenses of Office paid in full (including travel, office and communication

expenses)?

No. The present incumbent judges from the state of finance some rare occasions when it is

feasible. Of course, the Parish would meet travel expenses between the parishes> It is only 1

mile at the most from door to door.

Does the PCC offer any other financial assistance (for instance, secretarial, gardening,

courses, books, hospitality)? If 'yes', please specify SOME BOOKS yes

To what extent does the PCC meet the stipend and/or working expenses of any assistant

ministers or layworkers ? Please specify None to minimal

PARISH INCOMEDoes the parish have a policy of encouraging individual planned giving through the promotion

of stewardship? If yes, when did the last renewal take place?

Yes - the last renewal was in 2007

In addition to giving by individuals are there other sources of income for the parish? If

appropriate give details of source and / or amount

No

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Does the PCC hold any regular fund-raising events? Give details of number and type of events

and total raised in last calendar year

Yes. All social activities are designed to raise money, though no more than 750

is raised per annum.

There is a 50/50 Club with monthly draw and prizes

What amount of PCC income was given in the last calendar year to missions and charities?

What percentage of PCC income did this represent?

Amount: 1,000 0r thereabouts 5 %

PARISH SHAREAmount of Parish

Share paid by PCC

in each of last

three years

Percentage of

amount requested

(indirect request)

Last year (20 )

16,000

%

Year before last

15,500

%

Year before that

15,000

%

Total PCC income

in last financial

year

27,016

2008 but

income is

stable

Total

expenditure in

last financial

year

25,905

Expenses are

stable around

these figures

MISSION AND MINISTRY

In addition to an incumbent, are there other clergy, ministers or lay people who are

regularly involved in the mission and ministry of the parish?:

Clergy (note whether stipendiary, NSM, or retired): None

Readers: None

Other Lay Ministers (note area(s) of work- such as pastoral care, children's

or youth work, evangelism, music ministry, worship leading, parish

administration)

2 ALMs one as Administrator; one as Pastoral Assistant and Worship

Leader

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Has the parish used, or are there plans to use, the diocesan 'Guidelines for the identification

of mission communities for Local Ministry Teams'?

If yes, describe briefly what is planned, including links with other Church of England parishes

and ecumenical links.

We are good friends with the local Methodist community but we do not share

ministry.

The Conventional District of Christ Church, Orton Goldhay, a Local

Ecumenical Partnership of Anglican, Methodist and URC ministry forms part

of our Parish and has its own full time Minister.

Is there, or are there plans to form, a Local Ministry Team as recommended by the report 'All

Good Gifts Around Us?' If yes, give brief details of those involved and the work they do.

ALMs and some PCC members who look after the Family Service

Have there been any particular recent developments in co-operation in mission and ministry

in the parish, involving ministers and lay people working together?

If yes, please describe briefly

The development of the Mission Action Plan, the use of ALMs and the valued

contribution of the Sunday School Teacher

What are your parish's links with other parts of the World Church?

Tanzanian school but not church link and this through a committed

parishioner

Are there any key features of parish life which should be noted, that have not already been

mentioned - in areas such as mission, involvement in local social issues, parish participation in

community projects, ministry to those at work in the parish, social events, participation in

deanery and diocesan events, support of the church nationally?

We are part of 'Churches together in the Ortons' and support the organised

events such as Barn dances, Choral Evensong, Open Air Carol Singing. The

Church also supports St Teresa's Centre for the Homeless by taking them

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Harvest gifts and gifts at Christmas. We sing carols to the campers at the

caravan site in our parish at Christmas.

Describe the way the parish welcomes new people to the parish / church:

Refreshments are offered after the main Sunday Service and a programme

of Coffee Mornings is organised on one Saturday in the month. These are

open to all.

Individual members approach newcomers to introduce themselves and

make them feel welcome. A pew sheet with details of parish events is

handed to all.

A NEW INCUMBENT

Has the PCC passed resolutions A + B under section 3(1) or (2) of the Priests (Ordination of

Women) Measure 1993?

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