If you managed to call in at the church a couple of weekends ago you will have seen the gorgeous flower arrangements that our flower team produced for our annual flower festival. Each one was carefully thought out depicting so many crafts that we are familiar with and beautifully presented with all sorts of props including what looked like family heirlooms. Thank you one and all for your efforts and for the huge amount of pleasure you gave to all those who came to visit. We had so many compliments from those in the village who came and from visitors who came from a bit further afield and with our refreshments and donations in the demi-john and card reader, we raised an amazing £423 for our church funds. Well done everyone including all those who made cakes and gave their time manning the tea table. A lovely weekend was had by all!
As we move into July we are looking at family holidays and a quieter time in the village. We will have our two normal services on the second and fourth Sunday but at the end of the month we are pleased to welcome Julie and Tony to St Mary’s for their marriage. This lovely couple had first decided to get married here back in 2021 but the ongoing problems with Covid scuppered their plans. A new date was planned for 2023 but was again beset by unavoidable problems and once again their wedding day was put on hold. Imagine how delighted I was to get a message from Tony last year finally fixing a firm date so I am thrilled that they can finally take their vows in St Mary’s and make their dreams come true. As always, we wish them a fantastic wedding day and hope that they have a very happy future together.
I will sign off much as I did last month, reminding you of our benefice service this coming Sunday at 10.30 a.m., which is our new time for communion in the future. Light refreshments will be served after the service so we may all exchange fellowship with our friends in St John’s and St Britius. I hope to see you all there.