The electoral roll is our parish's register of electors who can vote at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) and stand for election to the PCC. It is reviewed and updated annually but every 6 years everyone must come off the roll and re-apply.The Parochial Church Council (PCC):Works with the minister in promoting the mission of the churchThe minister in charge of the parish and the PCC have a duty to consult together on matters of general concern and importance to the parish, and to co-operate in promoting in the parish the whole mission of the church: pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical. This includes almost everything to do with the church’s work in the parish, and its relationship with the deanery and the diocese.Members are Trustees of the churchThe PCC is a body corporate, which means that it is a separate body from the people who serve on it. PCC members are also trustees, which entails various responsibilities under charity law.Is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the church, churchyard and moveable objectsAs well as being responsible for the care and upkeep of the church, churchyard and moveable items, the PCC may also be the beneficial owner of the church hall and or curate’s house.Has overall charge of all expenditureIf you would like to become a member of our church, or to renew your membership please email us at:stmaryschurchthorpe@outlook.com We would love to hear from you.
On Tuesday 1st October St Mary's Church was delighted to host the licensing service for Fr Stephen Girling, and to welcome him, his wife Diane and their family to Thorpe. The service was very well attended and the church was filled with a tremendous atmosphere of welcome and friendship. The Bath Abbey Girls Choir sang beautifully and encouraged the congregation to respond with enthusiasm in the hymns.Refreshments were served after the service and greatly enjoyed by all who were able to stay and share our fellowship.We are looking forward to working with Fr Stephen and Diane, and wish them every happiness in their life in Thorpe.Photo: The Rt Rev'd Paul Davies, Bishop of Dorking, Fr Stephen Girling, and The Venerable Martin Breadmore, Archdeacon of Dorking.
