Rev John Stone took the service of Holy Communion at St Mary’s Church, Hemyock, to celebrate Pentecost, also known as Whitsun. Laurence Blythe was organist, prayers were read by Sally Lister and Di Cooper assisted in dispensing the communion elements of bread and wine. Pentecost is celebrated 50 days after Easter recognising when the Holy Spirit …
St John’s Parish Church is looking forward to its garden-themed Coffee Morning today (Saturday) from 10am. The church says: “Many green fingered members of the congregation will be selling perennials and annuals plants as well as other garden paraphernalia. “As usual, there will be refreshments available, a raffle and the popular cake stall. There will be …
Wellington United Reformed Church is holding a Coffee Morning tomorrow (Saturday) in aid of two charities. Reminiscence Learning and Sue Ryder will benefit from the event which will run from 10am to 11.30am. Reminiscence Learning is a dementia charity based at Tonedale while Sue Ryder, which has a shop in Fore Street, helps people reaching …
A joyful service to celebrate St George’s Day was organised by 1st Hemyock Scout Group in conjunction with St Mary’s Church. In glorious sunshine, the young people ,with flags flying , paraded from the primary school to the church for the service led by Lay Team member Becky Doble which, while thoughtful, was full of …
St John’s Parish Church is hosting its latest Coffee Morning in the church hall today (Saturday) from 10am to noon. A spokesperson said: “These coffee mornings provide local people with an opportunity to meet new people over a coffee as well as buying homemade cakes and possibly winning a raffle prize. “The past two coffee …
Easter Sunday in the Upper Culm Valley began with a 7am Sunrise Service at Clayhidon attended by members from the various local churches with each holding their own service mid-morning. Holy Communion at St Mary’s, Hemyock, was led by the Rector, the Rev Vanessa Cole with organist Michael Osmond accompanying the choir. Among the beautiful floral …
Wellington’s Christian community joined together today to mark Good Friday, one of the most important dates in the church’s calendar. Following a service at Wellington Baptist Church in South Street, the whole congregation united in the Walk of Witness, following the cross carried through the town to St John’s Church for a gathering with refreshments. …
The annual Good Friday Walk of Witness is taking place through our town centre. Members of church communities will join together to mark one of the most important dates in the Christian calendar. The morning commences at 10am with United Worship at Wellington Baptist Church – you can watch a live stream of the service …
A successful Spring Fair took place in St John’s Church. Ten independent traders were present while the church provided refreshments and an excellent cake bake and pre-loved stalls. There was also an Easter egg raffle and children’s Easter colouring activities. A church spokesperson said: “We managed to raise more than £720 for the St John’s …
Wellington Choral Society’s Spring concert next Saturday, March 28th, at 7pm in St John’s will feature Brahms’ German Requiem. The choir, orchestra and soloists orchestra and soloists will be led by Musical Director, Laurence Blyth. A spokesperson for the society said: “As always, we are expecting a full church so please buy tickets early from …
A Spring Fayre is taking place at St John’s Church today (Saturday) from 2pm to 4pm. There will be something for everyone as ten independent traders will be present. They will be selling everything from children’s pocket money gifts, wood turning bowls and nutrition products to 3D printer Harry Potter gifts, cards, pottery, bric-a-brac and …
