Remembering HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

A socially distanced service of remembrance was held in the churchyard on Friday 16th April led by Anne Barker and Roy Pinnock. The service was well attended and the beautiful views over the countryside were a fitting backdrop in which to remember Prince Philip who devoted so much of his time to environmental causes. Brian … Read more

Tributes to HRH the Duke of Edinburgh

Due to Covid 19 restrictions we are unable to provide a book of condolence, however if you would like to write a card of condolence there is a receptacle in the church porch together with cards and pens and hand sanitiser which we ask you to use.  If you would like to leave a floral … Read more

HRH the Duke of Edinburgh

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh It is with great sadness that we received the news of the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. Our prayers are offered for Her Majesty the Queen and members of the Royal Family at this time, and for all who are grieving this loss. We … Read more

Sunrise Communion on Easter Sunday

Easter Sunday morning greeted us with brilliant sunshine and a wonderful communion service at 7.30 am in the open air, with some warmth from the brazier and even more warmth from the joy of being together again for worship (albeit socially distanced). A beautiful display of Easter Lilies were on show in the church to … Read more

CHURCH SERVICES SUSPENDED IN JANUARY

We are sorry to announce that reluctantly we are suspending services in January following the upturn in Covid cases.  The virtual services will continue and we can highly recommend them.  The important thing is for us all to keep safe and keep a watch on any vulnerable neighbours who may need help through the winter … Read more

UPDATE FOR CHRISTMAS DAY EUCHARIST SERVICE

At the moment the planned Eucharist service for Christmas Day at 9.30 am will go ahead but please watch this space for any last minute changes.  As numbers will be restricted please phone 01525 714256 to reserve your place at the service. Our prayers and thoughts are with everyone during this festive season.

CHRISTMAS PRIZE DRAW

Rev David and his wife Jo drew the raffle tickets on 12th December and all the prizes have been distributed to the lucky winners.  As you can see from the photo there were some very generous prizes amongst the total of 15 and the draw raised nearly £1200.  The PCC is delighted with this substantial … Read more

CHRISTMAS AT ST JAMES

No Christmas is not cancelled – just slightly different this year.  Above is a reminder of the window decorations that have been displayed by members of the various groups in the village in previous years.  We are really missing them this year!  However the village is alight with Advent window decorations organised by Gill Baggott … Read more

6pm Prayer for the Nation

In a letter to the Nation at the beginning of November, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York called upon the Church of England to make November 2020 a month of prayer for our nation – knowing that we are in the faithful hands of the risen Christ who knows our weaknesses, tiredness and struggles and … Read more