From the Nomination Committee
To Members and Adherents of Glen Morris United Church:
I am writing this letter on behalf of the Nominating Committee of your church.
Due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions we experienced in 2021, the Official Board approved a modified procedure in our Governance Document for nominations for the 2022 Congregational Annual General Meeting. Forms for nominations were placed in the Narthex in November and early December, however no nominations were received. Since the church building closed for services and gatherings on December 17, the form is being distributed through this Passing the Peace newsletter, with access to the associated webpage at glenmorrisunited.ca. Candidates may be nominated, and now members and adherents may volunteer for positions.
There are two vacancies on the Committee of Session, one vacancy for a WOW Regional Council Lay Representative, and two vacancies on the Committee of Stewards. Two candidates are also needed for the Faith Formation Committee. Members of Session and the WOW Regional Council Representative must be full members of the church whereas members of Stewards and Faith Formation may be members or adherents.
As we enter a new year with Reverend Michiko Bown Kai as our Supply Minister, our church needs new faces on groups and committees. This is a really exciting opportunity for our Church in the Glen. Please consider volunteering some time and your talents under these circumstances.
A nomination form is attached at the bottom of this letter which may be used should you wish to nominate a candidate for any of these positions. The form must be returned to me via email by January 31, 2022. Nominations will also be received from the floor of the Annual Congregational Meeting so long as the candidate has formally accepted the nomination. If you wish to receive a list of members and adherents of the church as a reference for your nominations, please email me.
Should you have any questions about any of these nomination matters, please contact me by email or phone.
Robert Williams
Phone: 519-632-8587