Christingle

Derek writes: Today we prepared Christingles for our Service tomorrow ( Christmas Eve @ 3.0 p.m. ). Thank you to those who turned up to help.Christingle celebrations have been taking place for over 50 years in the Uk but the original idea originated in 1747 at a  Moravian church in Germany. The minister came up … [Read more…]

A glass half full

Derek writes: Whilst gardening for folk I have plenty of time to think & reflect on things. On one hand the news this week is rather disappointing and causing us all to feel a bit flat. Let us stand up tall, put our shoulders back, take a deep breath and be thankful that our cup … [Read more…]

In the run up to Christmas…

Derek writes: Well done everybody. In these rather unsettling times tw events happened last week which require a big mention. Firstly the Senior citizens lunch back by popular request, in the Village hall which was greatly enjoyed and secondly the School Christmas Market. A massive £3420 was raised and a fun time was had by … [Read more…]

Angel Dust

Derek writes: “Advent has begun and our son is counting down to Christmas. I prefer to take “ one day at a time sweet Jesus “ myself, with half an eye on tomorrow. The Christmas Star has arrived again at St. Margaret’s, thanks to Fraser and kind sponsors. This will be the fourth year we … [Read more…]

Lantern making workshop

Derek writes: Lantern making. After bulb planting last week, the 2022 bulbs are now all safely underground, our attentions move to lantern making. This is an activity for everyone. Willow withies, masking tape, glue & tissue paper some time and you will have created a lantern. We will provide the materials, you provide the time. … [Read more…]