Last Sunday we had a wonderful celebration of Fr James’s golden jubilee — fifty years since his ordination to the priesthood. We were joined by Fr James’s friend Revd Canon Owain Bell, who gave a warm and at times very funny tribute to Fr James in his sermon. Afterwards there was a plethora of cakes and fizzy drinks for all tastes. There were also some gifts for Fr James from the congregation of … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2024
The Noticeboard
The noticeboard outside the church gates has given many years of service, but time and the elements have taken their toll and it is now looking very much worse for wear. After looking at a number of different options, the PCC have voted to replace it with a custom-made aluminium noticeboard. This should be attractive and very visible. It’ll have the main service times, plus two glazed compartments … [Read more...]
Conserving and improving our beautiful church, now and into the future
Eighteen months ago after receiving a generous legacy, we started a process of thinking about how we can conserve and improve our beautiful church, for now and into the future. We held a meeting after the service to gather your ideas. The PCC has been considering these and thinking about how to move forward. On Sunday 6th October we’re going to hold a meeting after the 10am service to report on … [Read more...]
Last Tuesday we held a service to remember lives lost to suicide, the first service of its kind we have ever done. In the service we heard stories from those who have lost loved ones to suicide, and there were opportunities to share the names of those we were remembering, and to light a candle for them. It was an extremely moving service, and I would be happy to repeat it next year. Special thanks … [Read more...]