Dear Friends,
It hardly seems possible that it is harvest time again. The year seems to have flown by so quickly even though there have been so many difficulties along the way. This Sunday we shall celebrate Harvest Thanksgiving in both churches, and our gifts will be given to Storehouse, to help with their ongoing work amongst those in need.
It seems terrible that, in a country such as ours, there should be people who do not have enough to eat. It also seems terrible that there are families, some in which both parents are working, who cannot afford to keep up with their children’s clothing needs. We know that children grow very quickly and grow out of clothes very quickly and so our Kids Clothing Bank was set up to help alleviate this particular problem.
As we begin to emerge from the pandemic, many people are struggling with all sorts of issues caused by all that has happened. Some of these are financial, but others have more to do with a lack of confidence after the restrictions that we have all be living under. Whilst in the church we want to help our community and the wider world in every way we can, there is a limit to what we are able to do. However, if you know of anyone who would appreciate a visit from our minister or a member of our pastoral care team, do let us know. And can I remind you that there is a monthly short service on the first Friday of each month at 3-00pm for those who cannot for whatever reason, come to our morning service on a Sunday. All are welcome to this.
There will be no letter to accompany the service next week as the service is having to be prepared a week in advance.
With love and blessings,
Marion
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