At the Annual Meeting Roger and Jean Gregory stood down as Church Secretaries after thirteen years of service to the church, and we thanked them with a gift to enjoy in their garden for many years to come.
Sue Cole took on this responsibility and has brought her own personality, style and gifts to the position supported by the Deacons. (At the time this report goes to press Sue is currently visiting a children’s home in Kerela State in India, in support of the C.H.I.K.S Charity, and we look forward to hearing about it on her return.)
Special thanks must also go to Sue Sillence, Heather Tarling and Janet Rhodes for taking on many administrative tasks, a background but very important role.
2008 was another busy and exciting year, the main highlight being the arrival of Becky Hartwell as our Pastoral Assistant. Becky’s talents and gifts have inspired us all to take on new challenges and try things for the first time. We now have a Sunday Special for children once a month, starting with Breakfast at 9.00am, and this has been popular and fun for children and helpers alike!
Becky has also supported and encouraged the prayer life of the church, and she led a course of Prayer Trainings in September. In October she organised a 24 hour prayer, thus enabling all ages to think of new ways to pray.
We have seen the return of the Bring and Share Lunches, and have enjoying