We have installed a loop transmitter for the sound system which broadcasts a radio frequency signal that can be picked up by telecoils in most modern hearing aids. This makes it possible for people with hearing aids to hear the sound system directly without background noise. The system was installed by a group of retired telephone employees who install these systems for the audio in public buildings on a volunteer basis at minimum charge. It was installed in September and paid for from the Memorial Fund. For best reception, one should sit within about ten feet (three meters) of the sidewall or the back of the sanctuary. One person, who attends faithfully, said it was the first time she had heard the whole service in three years.
If you have any questions, ask Andy Palmer. Some hearing aids have to be switched manually to RF mode.
The interior of the manse was painted during the summer after Rev. Pelley moved out.
A ride-on mower has been purchased and tested. It works well. Next spring we will need a shed for it. This will save volunteers from having to bring their own mowers, and should make it a lot easier to get volunteers for the job.
A window has been installed in the door to the minister’s office, and arrangements are being made to bring high speed internet to the minister’s computer.
Dave Chapman
Contact Online is a Blog for St. Mark's United Church Community of Faith, Region 15 of the United Church of Canada. 504 Bernard Street, Port Hawkesbury, N.S. B9A 1L2, E-mail: stmarksuc@gmail.com St. Mark's United Church accepts and welcomes all people as we share and grow in acceptance, learn, love and share our Christian faith in God's love. Phone: (902) 625-2229, Church Services are held every Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
