Derek writes:Yesterday early evening ( Wednesday ) Thomas our 7 year old played his first football match. It was a friendly against Ashurstwood under 7s. There was great excitement for the players involved in 2 teams with revolving subs and pride for the families watching. Such activities take a lot of organising particularly in these … [Read more…]
Derek writes: Do you have a special blossom tree, which reminds you of a loved one, childhood, a special place or is just simply magnificent ? A fortnight ago this ornamental cherry was in full bloom in the Churchyard. It was initially growing in a garden in Horley ( owed by Judi De lang ) … [Read more…]
“ Molly the dog walking bear from Finche Field has been found. She was looking rather cold and hungry. We brought her inside to sit by a warm fire and drink sweet tea and toast with honey. A favourite for most bears. She soon had a big smile on her face,( see photo ) and … [Read more…]
Derek writes: This evening I was asked to create a “ Garden of Repose” in the South aisle of the Church. This is to provide a visual aid for our vigil on Maundy Thursday evening when we remember Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane before he is arrested. The offering is centred on an upturned … [Read more…]
Churchyard working party. On a wet and blustery morning at the end of February a hardy , stalwart group of 4 braved the conditions to: prune a rather overgrown Hydrangea, clear up storm damage to a Scots pine and continue cutting overgrown turf around grave edging. We meet on the last Friday of the month from … [Read more…]