Local Parish News

St Paul’s Church - Golden Jubilee
Many congratulations to Fr Stan who celebrated his Golden Jubilee in June. His 50 years of priesthood were recognised in two masses said on two consecutive nights. Many other priests came to join him in celebrating mass and afterwards stories were shared over delicious food and drink provided by the parishioners.

Choir members presented him with a framed Papal blessing, marking his service of 50 years; he also received a cheque from parishioners which is hoped he will put towards a special holiday.

St Mary’s Social and Fundraising Committee
We were blessed with a fine day for our Village Fete and raised approximately £7,000 for Church funds. We need to say a big THANK YOU to many people for their help and support including local traders and businesses who sponsored the whole event and to Londis and Spar who sponsored the Children’s Sports. A special thank you goes to Maylings Transport; without their continued help the fete would not be possible.

Grand Draw Winners
1st - Trial flight at Denham Airfield -
Mr D Manucci
2nd - Theatre tickets - Deborah Beech
3rd - £50 voucher for use at the Chimes - Mrs M Vardy

Cake Raffle - Mr Philip Causton
Grocery Hamper - Mrs Mary Dumbarton
Name the Shark - Jessica. Shark name: Sharkey

The Football Tournament for the Don Mitchell Cup was won by Everett Rovers who beat the All Stars 7-1

The Tug of War for the Denis Connor Memorial Cup was won by the team from the Kings Arms.

The Len Ellis Memorial Sports was enjoyed by many children of all ages.

The parents sack race, Sid Sharkey Handicap
1st - Ian Grant
2nd - Stuart Henderson
3rd - James Stratton

Piggy Back Race
1st - Dean and May Hooper
2nd - David and Lily Richards
3rd - James and Theo Stratton

The Fun Dog Show was very popular with about 60 dogs taking part.
The overall winner was Brandy a 9-year old Patterdale Terrier owned by 15-year old Colin Daly.

Diary Dates

HARVEST FESTIVAL SUPPER
24th Sept : Details to follow

 Two New Members
Beryl Harrold reports on June’s meeting of the Mothers’ Union
Our June meeting was held in the Church. Andrew arranged a special service for us in which we were very pleased to enrol two new members, Maureen Outram and Astrid Vangeyzel. We took Communion and sang several hymns Our summer Garden Party was held inside the church as the weather was unpredictable.

We were very pleased Andrew was able to stay with us and we shall miss him in the future. It was a very relaxing afternoon with pleasant company and plenty of good food!

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