1907- 2005

Centenary Appeal 75000 euros.

Update, February 2005

Two years to go until we celebrate our centenary. Thanks to all your generosity and support, in our effort to renovate the church in time to celebrate our centenary in 2007, we have, so far, raised 30000 euros within the first year, of our three year appeal. This money been spent already on the first phase of our plan, the renovation of the exterior, which is nearly complete.

Painting the exterior of the building	Paths concreted, metalwork to secure building, garden planted, new fencing.	New heating and air conditioning	Old leaded windows replaced	Extensive masonry work to repair façade.

As you can see from these pictures much has been achieved: a total of 32000 euros has been spent. A huge thank you to those of you who have donated money, and organised fund raising events. Our centenary appeal is spread over three years, and we are on target at the end of the first year thanks to you !

What are our plans for 2005?

We now turn our attention to the interior of the building:

· Installing a sound system with loop for those with hearing difficulty.

· Creating new toilet facilities, much needed!

· Creating a small meeting room that can be heated independently.

· Creating facilities for serving refreshments more efficiently

· Redecorating the interior.

We aim to raise another 30000 euros this year, and ask you now to consider how you can best respond to the second stage of this appeal.

To make a donation, for the next two years of the appeal, for example of 150 euros / £100 a year. Remember 65% of this is recoverable if you pay French tax, and the English tax man will give us 28p for every £ you donate.

To organise a fund raising activity. This year we have enjoyed a concert by the young musician of the year, sold well over a thousand recycled Christmas cards, held a car boot sale and shared lunches and quizzes.

What can you do to help St. John’s this year ??