Erica Ansell writes: I have been asked to put together “ a day in the life of a Churchwarden”. My face must have been a picture: “ Who me” “ No way”, along with numerous flashbacks over the last 6 years – some good, and could be better days! Well where do I begin, probably … [Read more…]
Derek Shurvell writes: Teddy bears Picnic, Sunday 7th July. The light rain stopped and the Teddy bears gathered on the Ashdown Forest to have one of their occasional Picnics. Taking in the panoramic views the Teddys introduced themselves, and were thrown up high from an old parachute where they sang their favourite song before running down … [Read more…]
Derek Shurvell writes: Our final meeting of the Summer Term took place at Leams End, a property with stunning views across Sussex to The Downs. On a warm, pleasant evening the youngsters took to the inviting swimming pool for most of the 2 hour session. Those who changed early played various outdoor games in the … [Read more…]
‘Surely, Vicar, you only work one day a week?’ Every priest has heard that old chestnut at least once! The truth is somewhat different, but of course much of what a parish priest does is not immediately obvious to the person in the street, so why should anyone know what we get up to? So … [Read more…]
Derek Shurvell writes: On Friday 5th July the Emmaus Club went Stream Walking at Tywford. This involves, as the name suggests walking along a stream without getting water into your boots. This is harder than you think along a twisty stream with over hangs, fallen tree trunks and deep pools. At the end of our walk … [Read more…]