Last month, Reverend Helen reflected on a book that clergy throughout the diocese were given about village churches thriving. One of the sections in the book was on welcoming more people into our churches, and I thought I would reflect…
Us vicars have all been given a book called “How Village Churches Thrive” here are the key points. What do you think, does it hit the mark for you? 1. WARM WELCOME: Making your church as welcoming as your home,…
On 31st July, a congregation of around 40 people joined together to celebrate Lammastide (the gathering of the wheat harvest and first bread) at St Andrew's, Wood Dalling. Rev'd Helen bought locally made bread for the Eucharist and following the…
I recently heard someone describing a piece of music which had moved her. She described it as “quite spiritual” hastily adding “but not necessarily religious”. As someone who, though retired, still dons my dog collar to take services, I imagine…
Visitors to Saturday Coffee in St Michael's, Reepham were treated to a visiting group of cycling bell ringers. Coffee (and tea!) is served on Saturday morning in St Michael's until 12noon and is a great place to catch up with…