December Magazine 2020 We might think that this is “the Christmas we did not expect!” The year has taken us through many twists and turns, but none so unexpected as the pandemic. How this impacts us during December we wait to see. ‘Unexpected’ is a theme that runs through the tale of the very first...
Extracts from the magazine archives ... UNEMPLOYMENT An effort is being made with the co-operation of all the Christian bodies in the district to provide wholesome recreation and shelter for the unemployed men of the district during the day time. According to the official figures at the present moment there are over 200 men in...
Those of you who’ve been reading the magazine online may have noticed an absence of any HNs over recent months. This is because Volunteering at UHNM has been suspended (like most other things) due to you know what – C-19. The last notes I wrote (HN23) were in March. However the work of the SPaRCs...
When he was about 80, the late Bishop George Sinker spoke to a group of clergy in the Potteries. As he was about to start his address, the large rubber band round his Bible broke and some pages fell to the floor. Having carefully replaced these, he commenced his talk. I have never forgotten his...
Although there is no Fairtrade Stall at the moment, we are continuing to order goods from Traidcraft. If you would like to order a favourite item e.g. ginger cookies or would like to look at the Autumn/Winter catalogue contact Sheila Hawley (811646) The Real Advent calendar is also available now. The catalogue also includes Christmas...