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CATHEDRAL VISION 6Th Archbishop’S Enthronement Service on 3Rd July 2016 a Cathedral of Spiritual Nourishment and Fellowship for Ministry to the World CATHEDRAL VISION 6th Archbishop’s Enthronement service on 3rd July 2016 A cathedral of spiritual nourishment and fellowship for ministry to the world CATHEDRAL MISSION STATEMENT To transform people’s lives into Christian maturity and fullness of life through obedience to the Word of God. CORE VALUES ■ Prayer ■ Servant hood ■ Unity in diversity ■ Excellence with integrity ■ Innovation and creativity Pastoral Care visit to Dr. Ribiero visit 2nd edition of Golflite tournament Donation to Mbagathi Hospital in March 2016 in May 2016 in September 2016 All Saints Primary school, Kindergarten children playing Provost and the Hospital Ministry past sports day team during a past training Centennial Crossover service on 2nd February 2017 Annual Report and Financial Statements 2016 n CONTENTS Part I Preamble 4 Provost’s report on Ministry Pillars 1. Worship Pillar 8 2. Education and Discipleship Pillar 15 3. Evangelism and Outreach Pillar 18 4. Pastoral Care and Sacraments Pillar 23 5. Ministry Placement Pillar 27 People’s Warden report 35 Part II Hon. Treasurer’s Report 38 Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2016 Cathedral information – Parochial Church Council Members and Advisers 48 Report of the Parochial Church Council 49 Statement of the Parochial Church Council’s Responsibilities 50 Report of the Independent Auditor 51 Statement of Comprehensive Income 52 Statement of Financial Position 53 Statement of Changes In Funds 54 Statement of Cashflow 55 Notes to the Financial Statements 56 Page 3 All Saints’ Cathedral Nairobi n PREAMBLE The year 2016 marked the end of a Centenary since the first foundation stone was laid in 1917 to build the Cathedral. For many of us who were not alive then, it is a great priviledge to see the end of a Centenary and look back to the growth of the Cathedral over the last 100 years. The year 2016 began on a high note as we embarked on the theme “Bearing Fruit that Lasts” taken from John 15:16. This theme laid emphasis on the Cathedral’s vision to be a teaching church highlighting the importance of going beyond nominal Christianity to action by bearing fruit. In the year 2016 we witnessed the retirement of the 5th Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya, the Most Rev. Dr. Eliud Wabukala and the election and enthronement of his predecessor, the Most Rev. Dr. Jackson Ole Sapit on Friday 20th May 2016 and Sunday 3rd July 2016 respectively. For many Anglicans it was the first time to witness an enthronement service characterized by pomp and colour with over 7,000 worshippers in attendance including Archbishops, Bishops, members of the Diplomatic Corps, key government officials as well as the President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta. The Anglican Church of Kenya received accolades from across the nation for peaceful elections and smooth leadership transition. 2016 was a pioneering year as we saw the start of the first ladies’ mentorship program dubbed Adili which is Kiswahili for “virtuous”. The program which targets ladies ages 24 to 34 was very well received with 57 ladies graduating in July. The program is designed to complement the Man Enough program hosted at the Cathedral under the stewardship of Transform Nations. Additionally, we concluded the institutionalization of the Deaf congregation that was previously not operating under the Cathedral umbrella. This enabled members of this congregation get registered after membership training and their first confirmation on 3rd December 2016. As a way to integrate them into the Cathedral properly, we have continued to conduct Sign Language classes held between January and June every year since the year 2014 for the general congregation. Similarly, the ministry staff team comprising of Clergy, Ministry coordinators among others have undergone sign language classes to enable them communicate better with members of the deaf congregation. Also, for the second time in the Cathedral’s history, an Assistant Provost (Rev. Paul Korir) was elected and enthroned as the 1st Bishop of the Diocese of Kapsabet on 12th June 2016. The exit of Rev. Korir initiated a mini Clergy reshuffle. We received Rev. Evans Omollo as the new Assistant Provost while Rev. James Kimari replaced Rev. Peter Nzimbi as the Evangelism and Outreach Pillar Minister. Rev. Lillian Karinga was promoted to replace Rev. Fran- cis Awando as the Education and Discipleship Pillar Minister when Rev. Awando was appointed to Chaplain His Grace the Archbishop. Rev. Peter Nzimbi moved to Christ Church Westlands as Vicar while Rev. Mithali Ongachi took up the Children & Baptism docket. We also received two interns namely Dorcas Ouma in the Children’s ministry and Capt. Alice Kariuki in the Women’s ministry. In view of the vision to integrate all women/ladies under the Mother’s Union, the Women’s ministry was revi- talized late in the year to begin specialized programs in 2017 for widows and single mothers. It is hoped that through these programs all ladies of the Cathedral will find a place to serve and receive spiritual nourishment. Page 4 Annual Report and Financial Statements 2016 In the year 2016 there was marked growth in our annual attendance in comparison to the last 2 years. In 2014 we had an attendance of 234,280, in 2015 247,610 and 262,603 in 2016 which is an increase of 12%. We continue to provide various programs including seminars, prayer meetings, rallies, and conferences so that all Cathedral members find a place to fully engage themselves. The Social Outreach Ministry has continued to reach the unchurched through mission visits and outreach. In 2016 the mission team went to Voi, Machakos, Malindi, Marsabit, Muranga and Mkekena in Tanzania. Over 1,500 people were reached and another 500 gave their lives to Christ. Furthermore, the Prison Outreach Ministry thrived as the Cathedral partnered with Prison Fellowship Kenya and trained 20 Cathedral members on the Prisoners Journey Program. These members were deployed to Nairobi West Prison. Also, the Cathedral attended a Discharge Board meeting whose objective is to aid in the reintegration of the inmates back to the society upon completion of their sentences. Additionally, the Education Scholarship sponsored over 80 students pursuing education in Secondary schools, Colleges and Universities at a cost of Kshs. 6,794,895. It is important to note that all prospective scholarship students are vetted before the awarding of scholarships. The Pillar plans to hold workshops for the students and encourage them to join mentorship programs such as Adili and Man Enough. Under the Placement Pillar 9 Lay Readers were retired during a service held on 18th September 2016. Sub- sequently, 19 new Lay Readers were identified, trained and commissioned on 3rd December 2016. Previously, the position of Lay Reader was advertised, however, currently Lay Readers are nominated then vetted at both the Cathedral and in the Diocese. Besides the retirement of the 9 layreaders, the appointment of new layreaders was necessitated by the Cathedral’s continued growth. A lot of growth has been observed in the Children’s Ministry with approximately 1,200 children attending Sunday services from baby class to ages 12. This has necessitated the allocation of another Crèche to cater for the baby class in St. Matthew which is now fitted with appropriate audio/visual equipment and play mats. Additionally, there was a marked growth in attendance of the annual children’s Vocational Bible School (VBS). In addition, to the usual VBS held at the Cathedral, another VBS was held in Kayole from 22nd – 26th August 2016 with more than 400 children participating. This was the 2nd edition of its kind. It is hoped that this will prompt our children to begin engaging in outreach activities at a young age. Overall, in the year 2016 we had marked growth in most Ministry Sectors and a better uptake of Pastoral Care programs including membership training, premarital counseling and the cell group ministry. We hope that in the year 2017 as the Cathedral marks its Centenary beginning on 2nd February 2017, that there will be better engagement of members into all ministry activities so that we can all grow together as we enter into a new Centenary! Page 5 All Saints’ Cathedral Nairobi n 2016 PCC MEMBERS AND THE NUMBER OF YEARS SERVED (a) Elected In the last AGM, the following members were elected and co-opted into the All Saints’ Cathdral Parochial Church Council NB: Those who have served up to 6 years will not be eligible for re-election to the Parochial Church Council. (b) Appointed Provost’s Warden - Mr. Jared Ogutu (c) Co-opted 1. Mr. Gideon Olawo - Clerk of Works 2. Ms. Jerop Too - Youth Representative 3. Mrs. Caroline Githae - Legal Advisor 4. Mr. Guy Bastable - International Community Rep. 5. Mrs. Lizzie Musyimi - Cathedral Guild Representative 6. Mr. Sam Ogutha - Deputy Warden 7. Ms. Eva Mdachi - Deputy Warden 8 Mrs. Margaret Njoroge - Mothers Union Representative 9. Dr. John Kimani - Chair, Cathedral School Page 6 Annual Report and Financial Statements 2016 Members 1. Mr. Samwel Kiraka - Vice-Chairman/Chair, F&GPC 2. Mrs. Lucy Waruingi - Hon. Secretary 3. Mrs. Ann Owuor - Hon. Treasurer 4. Canon Jotham Kilimo - People’s Warden 5. Mr. Jared Ogutu - Provosts Warden 6. Mr. Sam Ogutha - Deputy Warden/Chair, Investment 7. Ms. Eva Mdachi - Deputy Warden/Chair, Procurement 8. Dr. Dan Oyuga - Chair, Evangelism & Outreach 9. Mr. Arthur Nganga - Chair, Pastoral Care Pillar 10. Canon Macrine Owiti - Chair, Worship Pillar 11. Mr. Geoffrey Washiali - Chair, Education & Discipleship Pillar 12. Mrs. Winnie Njenga - Chair, Ministry Placement Pillar 13. Mrs. Caroline Githae - Legal Advisor 14. Mrs. Lizzie Muysimi - Cathedral Guild Representative 15. Arch Gideon Olawo - Hon. Clerk of Works 16. Mr. James Ngeta - Chair, Property 17.
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