News items
There are a number of events in the coming months not listed on this page, so do look in the Events page (not forgetting the Services above the events).
Friends of St Peter’s Cretingham
The Entire Story of the Bible in 50 Minutes
Course for those Recovering from Divorce and Separation
Week of Christian Unity 7th – 14th May
Earl Soham - Rota for Altar & Roll of Honour Flowers & Brasses
St Mary’s Ashfield - Flower & Cleaning Rota
See also letters from the ministry team.
Friends of St Peter’s Cretingham
The Taj Mahal is so well known that many people may have thought that there was little that they did not know about this unforgettable building gleaned from a visit, book or television programme. This may have accounted for the poor attendance on 27th March when Peter Baker gave a most informative illustrated talk on the complex, of which the mausoleum is only a part, encompassing its history structure, construction, maintenance and repairs, and the mogul emperors with whom it is associated.
Sheila Hardy came to Cretingham following the publication of her book on the “Cretingham Murder” and entertained a churchful of listeners to an event that put Cretingham on the pages of the national newspapers a little over a century ago.
She is coming again on 16th May (7pm at St Peter’s Church) to talk about her recently published biography of “Lady Nelson”. Everybody knows about Lady Hamilton, now is the opportunity to hear about Nelson’s wife.
Sheila Hardy is an excellent storyteller. I am sure the talk will be entertaining as well as informative. If all the Friends bring their friends the Church should be full once more.
Alan Lettin, Chairman
“24 Hour Prayer”
Saturday 6th May in ES Baptist Church
This is the third of our prayer events and will focus on “Nation Standing with Nation”, which is part of the national Prayer Week (May 7-14, see http://www.prayerweek.com/index.php). There will be someone in the Baptist church throughout the period and you can come at any time of day or night. Book a time in advance or just turn up (Saturday morning until Sunday morning). There will be displays to provide material for your prayers, and plenty of “venue dressing” to provide an atmosphere and mood conducive to prayer and contemplation. Usually people pray silently on their own, but being broad-minded God will accept any form of prayer. All welcome.
Wednesday 10th May in Ashfield Church
There will be an evening of open prayer organised by our benefice and the Charsfield benefice and the Baptist Church.
The East Anglian Academy 2006
St. Michael’s Church Framlingham
Saturday 6th May at 8:00 p.m.
Mainly Mozart
A recital by Fabio Ciofini and Jordi Verges
Organ Duets including Symphony No. 40, Eine Kleine Nacht Music
Tickets £12 Students £5
A recital by two of Europe’s most gifted virtuosi, Fabio Ciofini & Jordi Verges who will come together to play oragn duets. These phenomenal musicians transform the organ into an orchestra of extraordinary sophistication and expressive power.
Further Information and booking on 01728 724456
The Entire Story of the Bible in 50 Minutes
On Saturday 24th June Mike Fuller will be presenting “The Entire Story of the Bible in 50 Minutes”, with a meal and hopefully some entertainment of some sort. Details nearer the time from Prue Gibbons, tel 01728 723599
Earl Soham WI
Meetings are held on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7.30 p.m. in Earl Soham Village Hall. Besides our monthly meetings with interesting speakers on a variety of topics, other clubs and activities include Books, Bridge, Craft, Croquet, Darts, Scrabble, Sewing and Walks.
New members and guests are always welcome, so please come along, have fun and make new friends.
Our W.I. Secretary is Brenda Reason (Tel: 01473 890115), who will be delighted to hear from you.
Our April meeting is Thursday 27th entitled “The Life, Wit and World of Winston Churchill”. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Earl Soham Coffee Morning
As promised in the March magazine, another Coffee Morning has been arranged. By kind of invitation of the Clements Family, you are invited to:
Falcon House (next to John Hutton’s) on Saturday 29th April from 10:00 until 12 noon. There will be the usual stalls, Cakes, Bring and Buy, and anything else that will help us raise the money needed to pay for the new hall doors. Entrance £1 to include coffee and biscuits.
Course for those Recovering from Divorce and Separation
The Baptist Church will be running a six-week course for those who are recovering from separation or divorce.
It will start on Wednesday 3rd May 7.30pm at Sue and Tony Hutt’s house, 19 Priory Lane, Debenham. (Bungalow opposite Bloomfield engineers.)
Topics covered include:
- Moral and Christian Issues surrounding relationship breakdown.
- Moving forward with hope.
- Forgiveness and reconciliation.
- Resolving conflict and the power of communication.
This is not a self-help group but a course to give people tools with which to deal with difficult situations. Material will be used and adapted from a course being developed by Holy Trinity Church, Brompton.
If you would like further information please speak to, or email Edith Peck on 01728 723400 edithpeck@yahoo.com.
Anyone who wants to come will be very welcome so please don’t be reluctant to contact Edith if you feel a course such as this might help you.
Week of Christian Unity 7th – 14th May
Open Prayer. Wednesday 10th May at 7.30pm., St Mary’s Church, Ashfield-cum-Thorpe.
This week is an ideal opportunity for members of different denominations and neighbouring parishes within the Benefices of Earl Soham and Charsfield, to meet ‘in the name of Christ’ and pray together for the needs of the world.
Further gatherings, times and venues may be arranged. Please look in the May magazine.
All are welcome.
Wendy Gourlay, Alex Roxburgh & Ena Lowin
Christian Aid Week 14th – 20th May
As you may be aware it is Christian Aid week from 14th May. In the magazine you will find a donation envelope (or ask Jo Reed, 01728 685794).
Please give generously towards this important work. If you are able to complete the Gift Aid declaration, please do so as this significantly increases the value of your donation without any extra cost to you.
Envelopes will be collected at the end of the week. If you are unable to be around for the collection, do contact a member of your PCC to make an alternative arrangement.
Alison Bowman
Cretingham 100 Club AGM
The Sixtieth draw took place at the Post Office on Saturday 1st April.
Congratulations to:
- Mr. Larry Bosman - £25
- Mrs. Carol Brown - £15
- Mr. David Roberts - £10
The sixty second draw will be held at the Post Office on Saturday 6th May 2006.
Peter Markland (685796)
Earl Soham Easter Stalls
Thank you very much indeed to all helpers and contributors who raised the sum of £268.52 for St. Mary’s Church.
Well done, everyone!
Val Brumfitt
An Antarctic Evening
Linda Lancaster delivered an illustrated talk in April on her recent cruise to Antarctica. This was held in Earl Soham Village Hall and was much appreciated by the audience who also enjoyed a tasty finger - buffet with wine. Linda organised the evening as a fundraiser for the Hall and was able to present the Committee with £259.60.
Many thanks to Linda and the refreshment team from the Hall Committee.
And from Linda… Many thanks to Geof & Val Brumfitt, Lyn Tinkler, Peter & Jane Andrews and Jane Cornelious for providing and helping with the refreshments at my slideshow on “Antarctica”. Thank you, also, to all those who came and made the evening a success. The Village Hall doors will benefit by about £260. Linda Lancaster
Ashfield Ladies Group
16th May |
A Taste of the Caribbean |
Shirley Bignall |
20th June |
AGM |
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For further information contact Susan Hansen on 01728 685738.
Earl Soham - Rota for Altar & Roll of Honour Flowers & Brasses
March/April |
Mrs A Bloomfield |
685270 |
Mrs I Elmore |
685814 |
May |
Mrs D Haines |
685234 |
Mrs M Wade |
685234 |
June |
Mrs H Sharpe |
685356 |
Mrs V Brumvitt |
685408 |
If you are unable to do your flowers, please contact Margaret Buckland on 685329.
St Mary’s Ashfield - Flower & Cleaning Rota
| May |
Alison Bowman |
685489 |
June |
Jane Davidson |
685332 |
If you are unable to do your month please contact another person on the list to arrange a swap.