Winsham Chapel - Minutes of Meetings 1875-1899 |
January 1875 At
the monthly meeting of the church the following persons were unanimously
received into the fellowship of the church, John Samuel Prentice on
profession of his faith in Christ and Harry White by letter of dismissal
from the
March 1875 At
the monthly meeting of the church, Evangeline Wyatt
was unanimously received into the fellowship of the church on her
profession of faith in Christ
Signed Thomas M Prentice
May 1876 At
the monthly meeting of the church, Mary Turner was unanimously received
into the fellowship of the church by letter of transfer from Venn
Congregational Church.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
March 1877.
At
the monthly church meeting Mary Cox was unanimously received into the
fellowship of the church on profession of her faith in Christ
Signed Thomas M Prentice
October 1877.
At
the monthly meeting of the church the following persons were unanimously
received into the fellowship of the church on profession of their faith
in Christ; Amelia Trenchard, Mary Letitia Trenchard and Sarah Bishop.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
November 1878
At
the monthly church meeting the following persons were unanimously
received into the fellowship of the church
Jane Aplin, William Rowe.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
July 1879 At
the monthly meeting of the church John Chick was unanimously received
into the fellowship of the church.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
August 1879
At
the monthly church meeting the following persons were received into the
fellowship of the church by unanimous vote on
profession of their faith in Christ , Solomon Hutchings and Anne
Barlow Prentice.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
February 1880 At
the monthly meeting of the church the name of William Rowe was removed
from the roll of the church in accordance with his own request.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
March 1880 At
the monthly meeting of the church Frank Forsey was unanimously received
into the fellowship of the church on profession of his faith in Christ.
Harriet Hutchings was received at the same meeting unanimously.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
August 1880 At
the monthly meeting of the church Maurice Francis was unanimously
received into the fellowship of the church on profession of his faith in
Christ.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
April 1881 At
the monthly meeting of the church Mary Hutchings, on
profession of her faith in Christ,
was unanimously received into the fellowship of the church,
Thurza Channing and Ellen Francis received at the same time.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
May1881 At
the monthly meeting of the church, Ellen Meech,
on profession of her
faith in Christ, was
unanimously received into the fellowship of the church
Signed Thomas M Prentice
June 1881 At
the monthly meeting of the church Francis
Meech, on a letter
of transfer from the
Signed Thomas M Prentice
July 1881 At
the monthly meeting of the church Isaac Francis, on
profession of his faith in Christ,
was unanimously received into the fellowship of the church
Signed Thomas M Prentice
February 1882
At
the monthly meeting of the church the following young persons,
on profession of
their faith in Christ, was
unanimously received into the fellowship of the church, viz Tom Phelps,
Hugh Trenchard and Tom Warren.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
August 1882. At
the monthly meeting of the church the following persons were removed
from the fellowship of the church by unanimous vote, viz John Chick for
continued absences from the Lord’s table, Hugh Trenchard and Tom Warren
for irregularity of conduct.
Signed Thomas M Prentice
September 1882.
At
a special meeting of the church the pastor intimated that, in
consequence of his having received a very hearty and unanimous
invitation to the secretary ship of Tettenhall College, and the
pastorate of Tettenhall Wood Congregational Church, he should resign the
pastorate of the Winsham Congregational Church on the second Lord’s Day
in November. The intimation
was received with deep feelings of regret, several of the brethren gave
expression to the sorrow with which they heard the tidings, Isaac
Francis, Joseph Wellman, Richard Franks and Francis Meech spoke very
feelingly on the subject.
Signed, Thomas M Prentice At
a meeting of the church specially summoned Miss Amelia Trenchard was at
her request transferred to the Congregational church,
The following were named as a committee to carry the foregoing
resolution into effect, Messrs Francis, Franks, Rowe, Meech, White,
Hutchings and Prentice, the Mrs Francis, Meech, Forsey and Miss
Trenchard.
Signed, Thomas M Prentice At
the monthly meeting of the church it was thought wise to let the case of
Mary Bishop stand over for a little longer, Charlotte Franks on
profession of her faith in Christ was unanimously received into the
fellowship of the church, the following members were unanimously
dismissed to other churches, John Samuel Prentice to the Congregational
church in Chard, Jane Rebecca Prentice, Susie Prentice and Anne Barlow
Prentice, to the Congregational Church at Tettenhall Wood,
Staffordshire. Mrs Franks,
Mrs Raison and Mrs Wyatt were added to the committee for carrying the
resolution, as to a valedictory service, into effect.
The minutes of the previous were read and confirmed.
Signed At
a special Church Meeting it was resolved to invite the Revd Alfred
Griffin of A letter from the Revd A
Griffin was read to the church accepting the invitation sent in
accordance with the resolution of Dec 3rd.
The Rev A Griffin commenced his labours at Winsham this day.
After the Morning service the Lords Super was celebrated. “O
Lord, we beseech thee, send now prosperity.”
After the observance of the Lords Supper this day a church meeting was
held; at which John Chick a former member was proposed for Church
Fellowship. he was
unanimously received.
After the celebration of the Lords Supper this morning a Church Meeting
was held: at which Joseph Wellman proposed Elizabeth (Lizzie) Bowditch
for Church Fellowship.
Isaac Francis was requested to visit her, and report the result of his
visit at the next Church Meeting. At
a Church meeting held this evening Elizabeth Bowditch was unanimously
received as a member of this Church. A
Church Meeting was held after the service this evening. Mary Bishop was
proposed for Church Fellowship: and as she was so well known by the
members and her Christian character unquestioned she was at once
admitted as a member of this church. A
Church Members’ Tea Meeting was held this evening at the close of which
several of the Members spoke.
It was a very enjoyable and profitable Meeting. At the conclusion of the
Communion Service this morning Miss Amelia Trenchard a former Member was
readmitted into this church by dismassal from the church at A
Church Meeting was held this evening.
Mrs Ann Singleton was proposed as a member of this church.
The testimony of two members Joseph Wellman & Richard Franks
being most satisfactory she was at once unanimously admitted to the
fellowship of the church. A
Church Meeting was held this evening.
Miss Elizabeth White of Forde Abbey Thorncombe, formerly a member
of the
A
Church Meeting was held after the service this evening.
Mrs Sarah Hussey was proposed as a Member of this Church, and as the
testimony of her Christian character was so satisfactory she was at once
unanimously received into our fellowship. A
Church Meeting was held after the Communion service this morning at
which Miss Annie Wyatt of Berechapel was
proposed as a member of our church.
Mrs Griffin was requested to visit her. At
a Church Meeting held this evening Miss Annie Wyatt was unanimously
received into the fellowship of this Church. Mr
James Harry Purse was proposed for fellowship of this church this
evening. Mr
Rowe was requested to visit him and report at the next Church Meeting. Mr
James Harry Purse was received into our fellowship at a Church Meeting
held this evening.
Miss Woodley was admitted a Member of this Church at a Church meeting
held this evening after the service. Mr
& Mrs Buckler late of the church at Chard wish to be associated with us
in Church Fellowship. We
very cordially welcome them. At
a Church Meeting held this evening Mrs Henry Rowe was proposed as a
Member of this Church and was unanimously received into its fellowship. Mr
Griffin brought his Pastorate to a close this evening.
9¼ years he has laboured
among the people at winsham.
God grant thee increase!
November 1892.
Rev J Hall commenced his work as pastor.
December 1892.
Mr
& Mrs Beavis & Mr & Mrs Marks were received into church fellowship. At
a special church meeting the financial accts of the past year were
submitted, and application made to the Church Aid Society for a grant.
November 1893.
Mr
& Mrs Ingram were received into Church fellowship.
The financial accts for the previous year were submitted at a church
meeting, and the usual application for grant made to the Church Aid
Society. At
the close of the year 1893 oil stoves were obtained for heating the
chapel.
Rev J Hall closed this day his brief ministry.
May God grant that it has been a soul searching & soul saving
ministry! At
A Church Meeting held on Thursday July 4th (1895?)
the minutes of previous meeting read & confirmed.
Mrs Johnson of Church Street & Mr Fred Wm King were admitted into
fellowship. Repair of
Chaple roof considered, decided it must be done at once.
Mr Marks to get the estimate at once, to be done before the
winter. Letter from Rev L
Thomas re Church Aid Fund.
To stand over untill next meeting untill the Rev G W Joyce had been
communicated with.
Committee selected for Tea at Welcome Services.
Committee Mr Marks Misses Marks, Ingram, Bevis & Hussey were
appointed.
Signed Fred Wm King
Meeting of Church re – Repairing of roof of church.
Grinsteads Estimate accepted for the sum of £7.15.0.
Proposed by Mr Rowe Sec Mr Bevis (after Mr Mark had explained our
financial position) that Mr Dunscombe be asked to send in estimate for
new Gates to Chapel Yard, painting railings painting & graining Chapel
Doors & Windows, Proposed Mr Marks Sec Mr Bevis that we have our Harvest
Festival on Sep 12th and accept the offer of the Rev E J
Dukes of Bridgwater to preach the Sermon.
Proceeds to be put towards the painting etc.
Signed F W King At
a Church Meeting held on Mr
& Mrs Cumbleton,& Miss E Bowditch were proposed as members of the Church
& were noted upon, which was unanimous.
Signed F W King At
the close of the Communion Service on Nov 3rd
1895 Mr King brought forward a motion to alter the time of
Sunday Mornings Service from 10.30 to 11 oclock which was carried
unanimous.
Signed F W King At
the Communion Service Mr
Marks Proposed that we collect subscriptions towards presenting our
Organist Willie Wareham with a testimonial.
Mr Rowe seconded and it was carried unanimously.
Mr Marks kindly offered to get the necessary indispensable.
Signed F W King At
our Communion Service on
Signed F W King At
a Church Meeting held on
Pros Mr Bevis Sec Mr Hutchings that the Harvest Thanksgiving Service be
held the last Sunday in Sept 26th and the sale of fruit &
vegetables to be held one day in the following week as can be arranged
Mr King to try and get a preacher for the Sunday if possible & arrange
week meeting.
Pros Mrs Hussey Sec Mrs Cumbleton that we arrange for Chapel anniversary
1st or 2nd week in November.
Write Mr Maddiford re preaching.
Pros Mrs Johnson sec Mr Bevis that the proceeds of the sale of fruit &
vegetables at the Harvest Thanksgiving be given to the poor & needy
fund.
Signed F W King
Church Meeting held
The election of Deacons then took place when Mr Hy Rowe & Mr C Cumbleton
were elected.
Amount of proceeds of sale of fruits & vegetables was ordered to be
recorded which amounted to £2. 10. 8½.
Signed F W King
Renovation of Church
1898 November.
It was decided that an effort should
be made to renovate the Chapel which had fallen into as very serious
condition, the floors & gallery being in a very unsafe condition.
A Committee was formed consisting of the following.
Messrs John Prentice, Sanders, Gibbs & Rowe, I Crook & the Revs F J Hyde
of Chard. Dukes of
Ilminster & Mr F W King the resident pastor.
At the after meeting subscriptions were promised to the amount of
£73. 0. 0. including £20 from Hugh Trenchard Esq Enfield, John Prentice
Esq Ilminster, also 10 pounds from Herbert Trenchard Esq and 5 pounds
from Mr John Crook.
Early in the year 1899 tenders were invited & the tender of Bowerman &
Son of Ilminster was accepted for £190.
Symes & Madge of Chard architects.
The ceiling was panelled over the old reed & plaster.
Old pews, pulpit & etc removed & the whole interior renewed. In
the afternoon at 3.30 a Sermon was preached by the Rev Urijah Thomas of
Signed F W King
Rev F W King closed his ministry on On
Rev G W Joyce, Secty of Evangelist Socty, Somerset
Rev W Wilkinson,
Rev Coleman A
Goodman, Treasurer of Evangelist Society. Mr
Joyce had invited me here for the purpose of formerly appointing me to
the work at Winsham near Chard. My
papers and letter being satisfactory I was engaged and requested to
commence work on Sunday 7th Jan. 1900.
Thursday Jan 4th we arrived at Winsham.
The Manse had been prepared for us. Mr
Crook, Mr Beviss and Mrs Johnson received us. |