Realignment of the Men’s Group (MG)
Click here for a copy of the proposed Men's Group Charter
As the vestry and our rector have addressed parish planning, it was determined that some church commissions would benefit from having a Charter or policy and procedures document. A working group completed such a document for the MG, which will go to the vestry for approval at its next meeting and be published for the men and all members of the parish.
The MG has a long and rich history at St. Aidan’s; however, in recent years the participation has come mainly from the senior members of the congregation while in years past it was more vibrant with all age groups represented. In order to enrich our fellowship and to sustain the MG as a lasting commission of our parish, all men of the church are solicited to participate and enrich our fellowship.
The charter addresses the Scope, Purpose, Expectations and Procedures of the MG and sets forth a calendar of events (timeline) to enable all the men and the rest of the congregation to be informed of the plans. Our Expectations include “providing Sunday brunches for the Parish after the second service five times a year,” and we are striving to create delicious, heart-healthy menus.
All men are urged to attend a meeting in the Parish Hall between the services on June 6, 2010, to be briefed on the plans to move forward. Won’t you please join us and plan to bring suggestions to improve this important ministry?
Finally, Bob Simeone, who was a member of the working group, has agreed to serve as Chairman of the group as we move forward.
Mark Wilkinson, Rector Bob Simeone Chairman
ABOUT THE MEN'S GROUP
The Men of St. Aidan’s have been active in raising money for outreach for over forty years. Key fund raisers are the annual fall Bar-B-Que sale, fish fries, and the Second Sunday brunch.
Bar-B-Que is sold by the pound after each service during the fall, $6.95 per lb., $17.00 for 3 lbs.
Outreach projects include annual sponsorship a young man at Boys Home in Covington, Virginia. The Men’s Group provides scholarships for youth to attend camp at Chanco on the James Camp and Conference Center, support of the Mission of the Holy Spirit in Norfolk and sponsorship of the Holy Terrors softball team. Fund raising proceeds include items not in the church’s budget such as tables and chairs, communion kits, and bell choir equipment. The Men’s Group prepares and serves special brunches throughout the year such as the annual Mother’s Day brunch.
All male members of St. Aidan’s are considered members of the Men’s Group and are welcome at the group’s planning meeting at 9:30 a.m. on the first Sunday of the month.
