36 Reasons to say NO - Part Three - Finance
Since the new Bishop of Truro, the Rt Rev David Williams, published proposals for pastoral reorganisation in Kerrier deanery, west Cornwall, last month we have received many questions from people who are concerned about the plan and would like to know how to object. This pastoral reorganisation, with its proposal for 23 churches under one rural dean, has attracted negative attention both locally and nationally. Here are three dozen reasons why large groupings of parishes are unnecessary and unwelcome... These come under four headings. To read the first (Legal) click here and the second (Evidence) click here . The third heading is Finance. A paper by Admiral Sir James Burnell-Nugent Summary: Challenge how the financial management of your diocese compares with other dioceses across the country. Is the funding organised to generate the maximum amount to pay clergy stipends? Are the overheads in your diocese a...