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'Maureen's
Musings'
 July 2016
We have just
had one of the most sombre weeks I can remember as I write these
thoughts.... and by the time you read them, we will know for
good or ill whether we are to remain in or exit from the European
Union.
Personally I cannot help
feeling that the whole furore around the referendum has brought
out the worst aspects of this country and us as a nation - not
helped by pictures coming into our living rooms of football followers
behaving badly in France. And that was before the tragic events
in Yorkshire that cut short the life of Jo Cox, a promising young
politician and an outstanding humanitarian activist. It prompted
me to write to our own MP, Gavin Williamson, expressing my thanks
for all that he and his colleagues at Westminster undertake on
our behalf - of whatever party - and the risks they take.
However, to turn to what
I hope will be more pleasant thoughts, the first weekend in July
always brings the church/village fete. So let us hope that this
will help restore our jaded and depressed spirits! ( or is it
just me???)
There is a new team organising
this year and they have been working hard to build on the excellent
legacy of Carol Broxton. There will be some old favourites and
some new innovations, with we hope plenty to appeal to all ages
and tastes. So do come along and give them - and all of us -
your support.
And this year I and some
others will be promoting the Church and our various activities
as well - so come and say "Hello" and (for those under
12) there may be a free gift as well!
I am also looking forward
to the end of year 'Leavers' Service' for the School - on 22
July, when I am sure we will make good use of our new facilities
in church so that all the congregation will have an excellent
view of the 'action'. If you missed the demonstration during
the Queen's birthday weekend of our new system of screens and
cameras, you are in for a treat!
And in other news, I
am planning this month to begin a group for adults interested
in confirmation and also to offer the possibility of younger
children being prepared for first communion if they and their
parents would be interested. Please contact me if you would like
to know more. (700257)
But in the meantime,
I am about to take a short holiday..... so see you shortly!
Happy Holidays and every blessing.
Maureen.
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