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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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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 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 congregations of the Carlisle/Kilbride Pastoral Charge request Halton
Presbytery to accept this report and declare a vacancy for a full time ordained minister 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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Complete Questionnaire Package.