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From the Reverend Claire Rose-Casemore
Dear friends,
It is going to take quite a lot to confine all that I want to tell you in this small space on the newsletter! Firstly, a ‘huge thank you’ to the Churchwardens, members of the congregation, Team Clergy and Readers for keeping things going in Ashby during my Sabbatical. I spent a month in Uganda- returning to a country where I was teaching 20 years ago. It was wonderful seeing old friends again- and also spending time at the Church which is very vital and alive. I went on from here to Australia and again talked to Christians about their experience of living in Australia and I took the opportunity of attending Churches with different styles of worship. The whole time gave me an insight into the worldwide church- how we are all doing our best to remain relevant and faithful to Christ in today’s world. I also spent some time in retreat- particularly exploring Franciscan spirituality. If you would like to see and hear more about the trip- you are very welcome to come to a Fish and Chip Supper on August 14th at Braunston Village – please could you contact me (01788 890235) before 7th August.
Whilst on Sabbatical I felt increasingly, that having spent nine years in Braunston and four in Ashby, it is probably time to think about moving on. In the light of this I went to Bideford (North Devon) to find out about the job of Priest in Charge of St Mary’s and four villages- and was accepted for the post. I am sorry that this has happened all so quickly- but feel that God was very much in the decision. I also know that God will look after you all in Ashby and in time provide the right person to succeed me. It has been a wonderful privilege to be part of this community for 4 years and I will continue to serve here to the best of my ability until the end of October. My last Service will be on All Saints Day- 31st October- at All Saints’ Church Braunston. Please come to the Service at 11am if you can and stay for the meal in the Village Hall afterwards! I am also having an ‘Open House’ at Braunston Rectory on Sunday 5th September at 12.30pm- to which you are warmly invited. I hope you all have a very restful and happy Summer holiday.
God bless,
Revd Claire
From the Parochial Church Council:
John Gray is retiring as our Verger after many years of faithful service, we would like to take this opportunity in thanking him and wish him well.
Sessions start shortly for anyone who wishes to become Confirmed – please contact Revd Claire for more details.
Friends of Ashby St. Ledgers Church are looking for a Treasurer, if you are interested in taking on this role please contact Revd Claire.
Please note that Family Services will now be held on 26th September and 28th November.
Also don’t forget the Patronal Festival is being held on 2nd October.
August 2010 - dates for your diary
Sunday 1st August:
9.15am Holy communion with Reverend Claire Rose-Casemore
Sunday 8th August:
9.15am Holy communion with Reverend Claire Rose-Casemore
Sunday 15th August:
9.15am Holy Communion with Reverend Claire rose-Casemore
Sunday 22nd August:
9.15am Holy communion with Reverend Claire Rose-Casemore
Sunday 29th August:
11.00am Team Service at Catesby Sunday 5th September:
9.15am Holy Communion with Claire Rose-Casemore
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