The Parochial Church Council (PCC)
St Laurence’s is run by its PCC.
The PCC is made up of the Rector, other clergy, the two churchwardens, and about 6 church members. Apart from the Rector and other clergy, all the members are elected at our annual meeting, usually held each Spring.
PCC Policies
The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is responsible for the governance of the Parish and does this by producing policies and handbooks which empower the clergy, officers and members of the Church to implement the vision of the Church.
The day-to-day management of the Church is achieved by the Incumbent, clergy and those who have accepted an office or delegated responsibility, working together and co-operating by implementing the policies of the PCC.
The current PCC policies are listed below. If you have any questions about a PCC policy please contact the Rector or churchwardens in the first instance.
- Benches Policy (May 2019) Download Policy
- CCTV Policy (March 2021) Download Policy
- Data Privacy Notice (January 2021) Download Notice
- Data Protection Policy (October 2023) Download Policy
- Digital and Recording Policy Download Policy
- Environmental Policy – Diocese of Hereford Download Policy
- Fairtrade Policy (Draft 2019) Download Policy
- Financial Procedures Policy (March 2023) Download Policy
- Health and Safety Policy (March 2023) Download Policy
- Legacy Policy (Reviewed December 2021) Download Policy
- Lone Worker Policy Download Draft Policy
- Mission Action Plan (September 2023) Download Plan
- PCC Guidance Document (June 2023) Download Document
- Safeguarding Policies and Parish Safeguarding Handbook Go to the Safeguarding Page
- Theological and Liturgical Paper (Updated March 2022) Download Document
- Use of Incense Policy (November 2018) Download Policy
- Volunteer Charter (October 2017) Download Document
- Volunteer Handbook Version 1.4 (October 2017) Download Handbook
PCC Committees
The PCC usually meets monthly, and delegates much of the day-to-day running of the church to a number of committees and working groups. These committees include both PCC members and people from the wider congregation.
We’re always keen to involve congregation members, so if you’re interested and willing to help with a committee have a word with one of the churchwardens.
Events Committee
Helps to organise the various events that take place in the church. Highlights include an annual Mediaeval Bazaar and a Fashion Show as well as frequent Social Events.
Arts@StLaurence’s
Organises a summer programme of Saturday lunchtime organ and chamber music recitals from May to October with additional concerts and recitals throughout the year. Arts@StLaurence’s also engages in musical education activities with local schools and promotes and supports other arts events.
Liturgy Committee
Is responsible for developing and maintaining standards in liturgy of St Laurence’s discussing all aspects of worship and planning the major services over the year including civic services, special services and guest preachers.
Music
Children and Young People
Works with the Rector and the PCC of St Laurence’s to consider and seek to meet the needs of children who come into the building and/or live in the parish.
Outward Concern
Supports the work of St Laurence’s as an inclusive church in which all are welcome, highlighting issues of social justice, peace, and environmental concern and working with CTAL, other faith communities and the wider community towards resolving them. It advises the PCC on priorities for Outreach Giving.
Fabric Committee
Takes responsibility for all the estate of the Parish comprising St Laurence’s Church, its adjacent churchyard, No.2 College Street and the St. Leonard’s burial ground.
Vision Executive
Has delegated responsibility from the Fabric Committee for taking forward all aspects of the Vision Project which is a designed to make St Laurence’s Church fit for the 21st century.
Maintenance