Father Binder thanked all for their support for the Country Fair. He noted that it went well under the circumstances of bad weather, but a better contingency plan should be developed. About 30 people attended Father Don’s first Sunday session on Anglicanism. Only one person attended Jim Hayes’ class on The Apostles. The Mount Vernon Orientation and Education Center will open October 27, and will feature a replica of Washington’s pew in Pohick Church. It will also include one of Don Barnett’s photos of the Pohick Church. The next baptism will be November 5, and the annual Bishop’s visit will be June 17.

Reverend Piver said that she and the office staff have initiated a self help project to improve the appearance of the office, which includes moving some books to the Vestry House. She asked Arienne to discuss her seminary project to develop a collect for Pohick church based on the Pohick mission and long term vision.

Peter Kind, Senior Warden, discussed a Vestry-Gram on resolving the lighting problem in the Colchester parking lot. The temporary solar lights are insufficient, and safety is affected. Pete reported progress on the Vestry slate. Announcements for new Vestry candidates will be made in the church bulletin and at services.

Ken Wrona, Junior Warden, thanked everyone for their understanding during Susan Ross’ illness.

Reed Heddleston, Treasurer, was unable to attend the Vestry meeting. He emailed his report the following day, showing plate and pledge at the low end of the historical range with the year end deficit projected to be about $8,000.

The Worship Commission, Father Binder and Ken Evans, reported that the next baptism will be November 5.

Planning and Policy, Peter Kind and Wayne Biggs, reported that the building committee met and has given their guidance and questions to the architects. The architects have responded in writing as to how they will complete the master plan. The plan has been accepted. Pete presented a by-question numerical summary of the 91 Pohick Church questionnaire responses available to date and provided copies of comments received for Vestry review. No names were included as agreed. To provide a more enlightened discussion, Pete proposed that the Vestry read the information off line and meet in special session in the immediately following weeks to discuss the responses.

Mission and Outreach, Doug Smith, reported that fair attendance was less this year due to the weather. All receipts and expenses have not yet been received, but net proceeds to the operating fund will be lower. An after action review is being scheduled. The tutoring program starts October 17.

Stewardship, Jane Thurston and Edwardene Pitcock, reported that the Stewardship letter is ready for signature and presentations will be made during services.

Property, Ken Wrona and Mike Wooten reported that the Nursery work is complete. After the carpet was installed, the air conditioner serviceman tracked tar on the carpet. After unsatisfactory cleaning and much discussion, they agreed to replace the carpet at no cost to Pohick. The outside trim repair and painting was also completed. Currently, there are three bids for the roof repair. The property committee will meet October 14. Fall Cleanup is November 4.

Resources, Reed Heddleston and Greg Wise, led a detailed discussion of the proposed personnel policy. In view of the hour, the lengthy discussion will continue at the November meeting.