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Atheist Woman faces Eviction For skipping Sunday Service. Angering Pastor

Praying Predators, Sandy Smith, a 69-year-old resident who has called The Charterhouse her home for nearly five years, has never been affiliated with the Church of England. Following proper protocols, she has submitted two separate written applications – one to the current Master, Reverend Gloria Naylor, and another to the former Master, Canon Paul Greenwell – requesting to be excused from chapel attendance at the facility located in Charterhouse Lane, near Wincolmlee. Despite her diligent efforts to follow the established procedures, Sandy's requests have been met with a troubling silence. Rather than receiving formal responses to her applications, she was shocked to learn that she has been placed under investigation by the trustees. She has been summoned to appear before a panel, which will examine two alleged infractions of her occupancy license: her non-attendance at chapel services and a seemingly minor issue regarding a "cluttered" stairwell outside her living quarters. The formal investigation letter, dated February 10, carries an ominous tone: "Dear Ms Smith, this letter is giving you formal notice that the Trustees are commencing an investigation into your appointment as a beneficiary of this charity. The investigation will be conducted in accordance with the Almshouse Association Standards of Almshouse Management by a nominated panel of Trustees." The detailed letter outlines that the panel will present its findings to the full board of trustees, who will then determine one of four possible outcomes: dismiss the case with no further action, issue a verbal warning, deliver a written warning, or take the severe step to "proceed to set aside the appointment." Sandy's position as a beneficiary of the charity was officially confirmed through a letter dated May 12, 2020, with Hull City Council's formal endorsement. The Master's position, it should be noted, is filled through a careful selection process where trustees choose a candidate who is then appointed by the council. The council's involvement extends to appointing five of the trustees, establishing a clear governance structure. Adding another layer of complexity to the situation, Sandy reveals that due to the extraordinary circumstances of the Covid pandemic during her move-in period, she never actually signed a formal contract – a detail that could have significant implications for her case. Sandy, who struggles with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, now finds herself in an increasingly stressful situation. The looming threat of losing her home has cast a dark shadow over her daily life, with the ongoing dispute taking a visible toll on both her physical health and emotional wellbeing. She candidly explains that she had previously attended chapel services out of "courtesy" and respect for the institution. However, she made the personal decision to discontinue her attendance following an incident where the previous Master delivered a sermon based on the Old Testament that she found deeply offensive to her beliefs and values. The residents' handbook explicitly states: "As the Charterhouse is a religious Foundation, all Residents are required by the Scheme [governance document] to attend Divine Service in the Chapel on Sundays at 10am for the sung Eucharist unless excused from attendance by the Master." This requirement, while rooted in tradition, raises important questions about religious freedom and personal autonomy in modern society. In her first formal request seeking exemption from chapel attendance, Sandy articulated her position with remarkable clarity and respect, writing: "As you are probably aware I am an Atheist, but have been attending Chapel since moving into the Charterhouse in an effort to comply with expectations. I am finding this increasingly difficult due to the patriarchal promotion of the Christian ideology within the services. I obviously do not intend any disrespect to you or your religion in saying that." To strengthen her case, Sandy referenced a crucial provision within the governance document, specifically section 32, which explicitly states: "The residents shall attend Divine Service in the said chapel unless the Master excuses them from doing so; provided that any resident who is not a member of the Church of England and who applies to be excused shall be excused from attendance." Sandy, who has taken proactive steps to address the secondary concern about her stairwell by removing any alleged "clutter," spoke passionately about her situation: