August / September, 2012 Price 40P FAITH OR FUN?

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o often the Christian is portrayed peace as you trust in Him, so that you Sas either a killjoy or a wimp. may overflow with hope by the power Maybe we sometimes deserve this of the Holy Spirit”. image, but on other occasions I he Queen’s Diamond Jubilee already seems a long time ago, but it is suggest it might be brought about by These sentiments have come to me as T obvious that our parishes went to town on a psychological fear on behalf of the we considered the question of the purposes of Holiday Club – is the celebrations which were enjoyed by all non believer that there is more to this who took part in them, and that it was a “Christian “ thing than we might want purpose of this annual event to give time that will be well remembered. to think. the children a fun time OR to teach them about faith in Jesus? And it is August is traditionally the ‘silly season’ How common it is in our TV shows for that word “OR” which is the problem! when things go quiet, and everybody the vicar to be portrayed as an Yes, Holiday club will give the children unwinds and enjoys the sunshine and balmy summer evenings! The ongoing inadequate person who is barely able – and teenagers in the evening – a good time, we can be confident of that liquid sunshine is, perhaps, more likely to to cope with the reality of life in the wind us up and keep us indoors with real world – one who has retreated as those who have attended over the barmy summer evenings! into a make believe existence behind years can testify. But the overarching the walls of his mediaeval building. purpose of both the day events for the Things are certainly not quiet in the Exe Certainly the vicar in one of my children and the evenings for the Valley as these words are being written in favourite comedy shows – Dad’s Army helpers is to introduce people to The early July. With our rector, Steve, currently on compassionate leave, it has – (that dates me!) falls into this Lord Jesus Christ and to help them forward in their Christian faith. So been decided to reschedule some of the category. Not only is he an inadequate services which had previously been who shelters behind his religiosity but many of us can say from experience worked out for August, rather than expect he is about the only character in the that our joy, our purpose and our hope him to come straight back in with up to cast who is not at all funny! Typical for the future in an uncertain world three services on a Sunday. Because Christian we are led to believe! come from our faith in the living Lord some retired clergy also take holidays Jesus – he is the fount of all “joy and during August, some parishes have been How different the lifestyle of the peace in believing”. For if I thought asked to share services by joining with believer that the Bible portrays to us. that we were introducing them to the another on the odd occasion. Whilst the We see Jesus Himself joining in long faced wimpish religiosity of the ideal is to have a service in each of our churches each Sunday, we only have celebrations at a wedding and saving Dad’s army vicar, I would not support limited resources, especially during the the party from embarrassing disaster it for one moment! summer months. Please bear with us as by producing additional wine. The we pass through this present difficulty. word “Joy” or “Joyful “ appear about We all wish Steve and Sarah a speedy 240 times in the Bible in such phrases return to full health, but let’s not expect as “the joy of The Lord is your strength” too much of Steve on his immediate return. and “the disciples were filled with joy”. Katie has written on the next page about The Apostle Paul outlines the her time with us in the Exe Valley, and Christian life in these words “May the others have also mentioned the God of hope fill you with all & contribution she has made to the life of

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our churches and outreach. Thank you, encouragement! So a big thank you to you THE EXE VALLEY Katie, from all of us for all you have done. all. MISSION COMMUNITY We will be saying farewell to Katie at our In particular I've enjoyed teaching the Calverleigh, Cruwys Morchard, group service at Loxbeare on 2nd Sept- Bible to kids and learning more about Loxbeare, Oakford, Rackenford, ember. The service is at 10.30am, followed God's Word through the Peninsula Gospel Stoodleigh, Templeton, Washfield by a bring-and-share lunch in the village hall. Partnership Training Course (PGP). The and Withleigh course has helped me grow in confidence RECTOR Again, in early July, the question of finding as I handle and teach the Bible, and I Rev’d Steve Goodbody a new group treasurer was brought into would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to grow in love and knowledge of The Rectory, Withleigh, immediate focus when Martin Hansford resigned from a role which he has ably the Lord Jesus! Tiverton, EX16 8JQ. fulfilled for some six years. We are Tel: (01884) 251132 extremely grateful to Martin for the Come September, I'm venturing up North [email protected] efficient way in which he has managed the to Oldham, near Manchester, to work for a Day off = Fridays group’s financial affairs during that time. church as an apprentice for another year. Until a successor can be found, interim It's exciting but rather terrifying as it's a Enquiries regarding Baptisms, new place, with new people, and in a very Weddings, Funerals, arrangements are being put in place, but these have not been confirmed at the time different area! (Oldham is as urban as the Memorials in the churchyard, of going to print. However, can you, or do Exe Valley is rural.) I'll get involved with please contact the Rector you know someone who would be willing the children's and youth groups, help at the local primary school, and also attend CURATE to, take on this vital role? Last time we made a similar appeal, you all kept quiet, the North West Partnership Training Rev’d Robert Brewis Course. This will be very similar to PGP in The Vicarage, 3 Court Gardens, didn’t you!? Please don’t assume that someone else will offer! its focus on equipping students to teach Stoodleigh, Tiverton, EX16 9PL. God's Word, it's just with Northerners Tel: (01398) 351552 Finally, Holiday Club are looking for safe instead! [email protected] items for ‘junk’ modelling, recycled materials any packaging, card and plastic; I'm very much looking forward to it all, but NON STIPENDIARY MINISTER please no glass or tins. Please bring to I am rather sad to be leaving! I will Rev’d John Roberts Calverleigh hall on Monday 23rd July, continue to pray for you in your gospel East Sidborough, Loxbeare, between 10am and 4pm. ministry and your growth as God's people Tiverton EX16 8DA. centred around his Word, and I would value your prayers as I settle into an Tel: (01884) 256302 environment which is very much out of my [email protected] comfort zone! READER I am already planning when I'll be able to Mrs Anna Hansford visit the Exe Valley, so you definitely won't The Paddock, s Holiday Club fast approaches, the have seen the end of me yet! Thank you 2 Kensington Court, Washfield, Aend of the school year beckons and, once again for your support. With love and Tiverton, EX16 9QU. sadly, so does the end of my year here in prayers, Tel: (01884) 253463 the Exe Valley. [email protected] I've really enjoyed getting to know ADMINISTRATORS & MAGAZINE everyone and serving the Mission Paul & Elizabeth Iliff Community. The year has taught me so 6, Southfield Way, much - about God, about ministry, and Tiverton, EX16 5AJ. about myself. I've really valued everyone's ish Club has met at Tel: (01884) 253473 fellowship and prayers. Your support has been a great source of joy and FCalverleigh each [email protected] Friday after School during term time.

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This term we have followed a series of of Confessing Anglicans, a body have the go-ahead. We have just learned stories leading up to and including how representing the majority of Anglican of our success in obtaining a Heritage Jesus died on the cross to save us from believers world-wide. Thika diocese in Lottery Fund Grant which, when added to our sins. We have enjoyed a variety of Kenya is one of the dioceses with which the monies already raised by us and activities, the younger children we in Exeter are linked. promised by various grant-giving bodies, particularly enjoyed having their treasure Charles has been at the forefront of the will give us the required £40,000.00. boxes and filling them with reminders of fight to maintain Biblical faith in the the stories we read. They also followed the Anglican Communion. He was vicar of St The Heritage Lottery Fund application journey of Jesus on the map. John’s Kidderminster when the debate involves us in organising a great many about homosexually active clergy within activities designed to promote learning, We finished the term with sports and a the Church of England started to hot up in participation and conservation of church picnic. the late 1990s and, in 1999, his then bishop bells and bell ringing within the very publicly rejected agreed Anglican community. We have been extremely grateful to have teaching. had Katie Benjamin working with us over We have just started some of our planned the last year, and we wish her well as she Like so many of us, he was concerned that activities and are very grateful to moves on to new things. Biblical standards be maintained within Rackenford Church for allowing us to use the church and, following discussions their bells to teach some of the If Fish Club is to continue in September, with the bishop, Charles and his Rackenford school children to ring. We we need to have new helpers, people who congregation decided they could not began with a ‘teach the teachers’ session are willing to lead the session and to teach accept his spiritual authority. Eventually on two consecutive mornings, when some the bible to groups of children. If you are he felt he had no option but to lead his of our ringers had the opportunity to learn able to offer any help please ring me: congregation away from the parish ‘how to teach’ from three experienced Cindy Trick Tel: 01363 866621. church for the sake of a local Anglican members of the Guild of Devonshire future, and in 2002 he became Rector of Ringers. Three Rackenford school Christ Church Wyre Forest, an Anglican children (and their Headmistress) kindly OUR Church outside the formal structures of agreed to be guinea pigs for us to practise the Church of England, and which is now on. We are now continuing to teach these ANGLICAN FUTURE part of the Anglican Mission in England. children, together with others, once a The issues which confronted Charles in week at lunchtime. 1999 increasingly confront many in the harles Raven will be staying in one of Church of England today. Charles has Cour parishes as a private guest for continued to play a very active role in about 2 weeks at the beginning of August. Anglican affairs world wide culminating in Charles has been invited to preach in his key appointment in Kenya th th some our services on the 5 & 12 of In short, Charles will be talking to us in the August. In addition he will be leading an meeting on the 8th August about our future th evening session in Loxbeare Hall on 8 as Anglican Christians in the light of August at 7.30pm with the above title. We present trends within the Church of do hope many will take this opportunity of England. hearing Charles – the issues he will be speaking about are those we will all have Teaching in Rackenford Church to think about in the coming years irrespective of where we stand on the We have also recently organised two issues concerned. excellent days at Cruwys Morchard CRUWYS MORCHARD Church, when all the 9-11 year olds from Charles has recently been appointed as Rackenford school (as it is part of our Archbishop’s Officer for Anglican CHURCH BELLS Mission Community) and Bickleigh Communion Affairs to the Archbishop of e are absolutely delighted that our school (as it is attended by many Cruwys Kenya, who is Chairman of the Fellowship Wplans for re-hanging the Church bells

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Morchard children) took part in bell- Burgon on her experiences developing answers to prayer each week. Due to the related activities. mission in a rural context. nature of our work it is not often possible to share them publicly, but we are able to We had a plenary session on what is, and testify to God’s goodness and faithfulness. what is not, working to encourage mission. Then there was a feedback. This is a good CHAT has a group of people dedicated to idea as it gives us a picture as to what is praying for specific people and situations happening elsewhere in the deanery. We via our prayer chain. Could this be do need to work together and get ideas of something God is calling to join? If what might help us. The picture I got was you would like to know more, please that Steve has managed to do a lot of contact The Office on the number below. things in the parish that were mentioned. The results were divided into strengths, In a town near you – weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Crediton Council Offices, Market Street Schools visit. The strengths included holiday clubs, Tod- Tuesdays 2 - 4.30pm dler groups, lunch and breakfast clubs, Cullompton Community Centre, street pastors, special services and ecu- Pye Corner, Church Street menical linking. Weaknesses included vic- Mondays 2 - 4.30pm ars being spread too thinly, geography of Tiverton 28 Gold Street Monday from rural areas, finance and communication he summer is the time of sunshine, and 10.30 & Tuesday to Friday from 9.30 problems. Opportunities included using holidays, let’s hope! Butterflies should Advice by phone 01884 255606 or email T secular events like the Jubilee to include be at their busiest then, but so far this year, [email protected] non churchgoers, outward fundraising they have been in small numbers because and working in schools. Threats in- of the dreadful weather. The resident birds clude peoples’ reaction, fear of Saturday 18 August -11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. are, on the whole, moulting, so go into change, very small congregations in hiding. They have had a busy time laying village parishes, parochialism. It eggs; brooding them and feeding young at Cruwys Morchard Church gave food for thought. has taken a lot out of them, and they need Everyone in the Exe Valley Mission to regroup and grow new feathers. The Community is invited. It promises to be a There was a report from Diocese. The migrant birds are beginning to return to great day out with tower bells, handbells and main topic for discussion was the An- warmer climes. I was surprised to read a mini ring to listen to, watch or even have a glican Communion Covenant. Gener- that Cuckoos start to return in late June, go at. There will be morris dancing; teddy al Synod discussed many subjects the Swifts start to go in late July, and the bear parachuting; barbecued sausages; picnic including assisted dying, training of rest follow in their own time. teas; exhibits and trips up the church tower. ordinands, parochial fees, the code of Look out for posters designed by school practice of ordination of women, aid children, soon to appear around the villages Possibly, because of climate change, new to poorer countries, concern about birds are nesting in England for the first the events in Nigeria, new Eucharistic Thursday 27 September – 7.30p.m. time; Great White Egrets are nesting on prayers, and the Health service. I am The next in our series of concerts Sedgemoor, Spoonbills are somewhere, sure that you will agree it is a very in Cruwys Morchard Church not sure where, and there are more Glossy wide range of subjects. Ibises appearing in the South West. This time it is to be a group of musicians playing early music instruments. There will be For a walk I think, along the Tiverton Canal, the usual delicious refreshments during the park either in Tiverton at the beginning, or interval. Tickets £10 the Jubilee Bridge, Sampford Peverell, or Burlescombe. There are many Dragonflies 4th October 11 a.m. and darters there, as well as Butterflies. A Special “Trace your Ancestor” Coffee Smelly Morning to be held at the Cruwys Arms. prayers?

here are several references in the Bible Tto our prayers being like incense to God DEANERY SYNOD – a pleasing, all-pervasive smell that’s hard to ignore. The view of Heaven in Revelation 5 shows the elders and living creatures surrounding the throne of the ishop Richard Hawkins commis- lamb: ‘holding golden bowls full of Bsioned Rev’d Barry Dugmore as the incense, which are the prayers of God’s new Rural Dean. The church warden of people’ – a powerful image of how close ome of us attended the Visitation of the Bampton spoke on behalf of Rev’d Lynne our prayers are to God. At CHAT we see Snew Archdeacon on 14th May. The

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Cathedral Church of St Peter in Exeter was Our annual Open Air service was held on At our recent PCC meeting, the condition of full to capacity. June 24th, and we had a good number the Church roof was discussed. With all the attending. We were getting a little worried recent wet weather we have had some May 16th was a special day for one young about the weather but Sunday dawned leaks. It has been inspected and couple in our community. Paul and sunny and bright, so we were able to go unfortunately some major work needs to be Maureen Furneaux celebrated their Silver outside; it was a little breezy but quite warm. carried out. It looks as though we will be wedding. They were married in Calverleigh Rob led the service, and our choir gave us looking for more funding and fund-raising Church 25 years ago. Congratulations to two spots of marvellous singing, ably ideas !! you both and we hope you will have many accompanied by Myrtle on the keyboard. more happy years together. Thank you all for your wonderful On July 6th Betty Slade became a Great contribution to such a successful afternoon. Grandmother once again. Grandson Philip We held our annual day of prayer on 19th Everyone that came stayed after the service and Julia Slade presented her with twins, May. The response for this was very good for tea and cakes to round off the afternoon. Mathew William and Hannah Mary. indeed, with every half hour slot for prayer Congratulations to you all. Michael and filled by one or two people between the It was with great sadness and shock that we Christine, you must be so proud. hours of 9am and 9pm. This day seems to heard of the death of Chris Hussell on June be very popular in our yearly calendar, long 14th. Chris and Trisha had spent 43 years of Our Harvest celebrations were discussed may it continue. Thanks must go to Aubrey their married life here at Calverleigh in 2 at the PCC meeting. It was agreed to have and Julie for organising this, with prayer Lower Farleigh Cottages. His funeral took a harvest Supper, similar to last year with times and prayer suggestions. place here at Calverleigh on June 29th. The some entertainment on Saturday 8th Church was full of family and friends, with September. Details will be available in the A coffee morning was held at the home of many more people outside waiting to pay near future. Derek and Mary Herniman on 26th May. It their last respects to Chris. Reverend Tony was a very successful event with many Grosse took the service, one of Chris's people attending. Believe it or not, the sun Granddaughters read a poem, and Derek shone all morning, no rain and very warm, Herniman gave a very fitting tribute to Chris. we were so lucky. People were able to sit Our love and prayers are with Trisha and all outside, drink their coffee and enjoy the the family; Chris will be sorely missed. sunshine. Thank you to all who helped, provided and bought; this enabled us to The PCC would like to thank all who raise £310.00 for Church Funds. returned the completed questionnaires. t was a wet and windy day for our Jubilee Your opinions have been discussed and Icelebrations, and our Street party moved Our Church celebrated the Diamond suggestions taken into account. into the Parish Hall. More than 100 people Jubilee of our Queen with a special service wearing red, white and blue sat down to a wonderful bring and share lunch. After on July 3rd. Julie led the service with many On the evening of July 6th we held a wine special items, including poems and and cheese evening at Calverleigh Court, by lunch we moved back to the village, where recollections of Coronation Day 1953 by kind invitation of Sir Ian and Lady Louise there was a bouncy castle for the children three members of the congregation. We Amory. Thank you so much for your and games in the Cruwys Arms. In the ended the afternoon with sparkling wine or hospitality. It was a wet evening, but there evening, a Songs of Praise service was juice and special celebration cakes which were two lovely log fires burning when we held in our Church had been made and decorated by Julie. The arrived which was very welcoming. Thank cake and drink area looked very festive with you to all friends who supplied the On June 30th a group of about 80 people the red, white and blue bunting and flags magnificent array of savouries and draw who are interested in church architecture etc. A toast was proposed to her Majesty by prizes. Sixty people enjoyed what was a first visited our church. They enjoyed a cream Derek Herniman. Everyone who attended class evening. Hilda Forward provided light tea in the Parish Hall, before they listened agreed that it was a memorable afternoon. music throughout the evening on her to a talk on the church. There were many keyboard, thank you Hilda. We made a favourable comments made about the We send our best wishes to all those who profit of £400.00 toward the cost of repairs to church and the tea. are not so well at the present time, we are the Church roof. Many thanks once again to thinking especially of Mary Walker and all involved in organising this successful We are all very pleased to hear the news Mary Greenslade. event. that the funding for the Church Bells Restoration Project has been approved by the Heritage Lottery Fund and smaller

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grants from 12 other national charities. We welcomed Leevi Campbell to our church book by texting surname, time and number Work should start in mid October and for Baptism on Sunday 20th of May. of people to Mary 07773 362305 or use hopefully completed by Christmas. ‘contact us’ on the new temporary website Congratulations and best wishes for a long (website bookings cannot be taken after and happy marriage to all the couples who midnight Thursday 2nd August. Please text were recently married in our church. after that - We have been very busy lately doing a lot of Belinda Cruwys and Christopher Sadek, http://cruwysmorchardparish.sharepoint.c what bell ringers enjoy doing!! As well as were married in May, and James Pike om. ringing for all Sunday services here, we married Melissa Radley, and Amy recently rang the Rackenford bells for the Randerson married Martyn Williams in show is on Group Service. We also love to ring for June. Saturday August 11th at 2.30 pm. special occasions and were very happy to oblige, when asked to ring for three recent It was with great sadness that we heard that – 22nd and 23rd September. weddings. On June 3rd we joined in the Trevor Hill had passed away after a long Service at 2.15 on Saturday in church ‘bells’ theme of the Queen’s Diamond illness. He was a very popular and willing followed by sports and tea. Evening social Jubilee and rang our own celebration, member of the community. We send our with Disco and games 7 - 10pm in the parish together with ringers in towers throughout prayers and condolences to Marilyn and all Hall. Donations towards the cost of the tea the country and those floating down the the family. We also send our prayers and can be made on the day. Donations of Thames. We rang a well known peal of call condolences to the families of Michael Low produce can be brought to Saturday or changes called ‘sixty on thirds’ which of Pennymoor and Michael Martin of Sunday’s Harvest Festival services and will consists of 60 changes, based on an order Nomansland who have died recently. There be taken to Charlton Lodge after the Sunday of the bells known as ‘Queens’. We felt this will be a memorial service for Michael Low service. was very appropriate!! It took 20 minutes, in Cruwys Morchard Church on 4th August which was the longest piece of continual at 12 o’clock. ringing some of our ringers have yet done, and it was also the first time we had rung We keep in our prayers all those in our 25th August - final 200 club draw for the that piece all the way through - so we were parish who are unwell and those who care year. Time to renew / purchase your 200 pleased with our achievement. for them. club ticket. We are now starting to get busy with events Congratulations to Bob and Liz Cruwys on and activities connected to our Heritage 29th September - first 200 club draw of the the birth of George on July 2nd. Lottery Fund Grant and there is a separate year. article about this elsewhere in the magazine. Further dates for your diary - 27th October, 10th November, 24th November. – On Wednesday 22nd August, the Ladies' committee will be providing a 'free' lunch to parishioners who are over 65. : If you would like to come and see old Thank you to everyone who supported the friends and meet new ones, and be well fed, July 16th and July 23rd - Mrs J. Townsend Young Farmer’s Club at their recent and first please ring Di on 01363 860227 or Val on July 30th and 6th August - Wendy Lake Breakfast Morning, which was followed by 01363 866662, and make your reservation! If a Bingo in the evening. The total of £400 was August 13th and 20th - Vine Spragg transport is a problem, please tell us when raised in aid of their charity of the year - The August 27th and September 3rd - Sonia you ring, and we will arrange for you to be Brain Tumour Trust. If you are interested in Notley picked up. joining the club, they meet the first Tuesday September 10th - Mrs J. Townsend of the month at the Parish Hall at 7.30pm. on Thursday 2nd of August at 17th - September - Decorators for Wringsland House at 7.30pm. Harvest 24th September - Mrs J Townsend meeting on Tuesday 4th October 1st - Jo Hilton - Wedding We say a sad farewell to Frank and Chris September at 7.30 at Valley View (Cindy Wheeler who have lived at Middle Trick’s). Vulscombe, as they move to Somerset to be near their family. We welcome Mark and Sarah Oakly and their daughter who have - Saturday 4th August moved into Middle Vulscombe. 7am to 2pm for new hall funds. Prices start at 50p for coffee. Full English is £4 and BIG ur Jubilee Celebrations began with a Breakfast is £6. Individual items for smaller Oservice in Church on the Sunday, where appetites. Larger parties would be best to

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We continue to try and encourage people in to New Creation with our monthly New Creation Christian Bookshop and SPECIAL OFFER in the café – they are really good value. enjoyed a lovely tea and a browse amongst the cards, books, DVD's etc. Well worth a visit. Why not treat your visitors or the children this month with the following;- Loxbeare Woman's Bible Study Group, Coffee Shop SPECIAL OFFER for August Marion writes "We would like to invite all New Creation Cup Cake ladies who are interested to join us for (beautifully decorated) "Discipleship Explored", starting on Cup of Tea / Coffee or a cold drink (a little extra for cans) September 11th, and meeting twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, from @ £1.25 2.00pm-4.00pm. 'Discipleship Explored' is designed to give you time and space to May we remind you of the Lion Special 3 for 2 offer on Children’s Books and think about what it means to live the Games: e.g. Christian life. It includes a short video presentation, some Bible Study on Paul's letter to the Philippian Christians, and some The First Rainbow – board book (very colourful illustrations). group discussion. There will be some study Raising Dragons – Action, Adventure, Inspiration as Two Teens Meet to do in your own time at home...... but not Their Dragon Past. (Fiction, just in case you wondered). to be given in and marked!!! It's just to help Bible Memory Game – 40 cards suitable for all ages. you make the most of the course. You do The Ultimate Bible Quiz – 100 quizzes, 1,000 questions. Designed to do not have to say anything if you don't want to, alone, with a friend, or in teams; in a fun game format. or you can contribute your opinions and ask any questions you may have. The afternoon Prices range between £4.99 / £7.99 lowest price item is free in offer. Ideal for is rounded off with a cup of tea and refreshments". Speak to Marion Roberts for holiday reading or long car journeys. more information 01884 256302.

God Bless you this holiday time with safe travel and enjoyable experiences. We will miss Katie as she leaves us in August and we want to say thank you to her for the help she has been to us at the Woman's Bible Study Group and also at the church services. We pray God's blessing on New Creation, 58 Bampton Street, Tiverton, EX16 4BP Tel: 01884 255769 you Katie as you seek to serve elsewhere. e.mail: [email protected] website: www.newcreationtiverton.org.uk We continue to pray for and send our love and thoughts to Margery, Chris, Viv and anyone else who is feeling unwell, recovering from operations or who are it was so good to see so many come to On August 19th we will be having a Songs waiting for one. Also we remember all who worship God and also to give thanks for the of Praise preceded by a barbeque at Ron & have lost loved ones and those who are long reign of our Queen and her faith in Margaret's at 6.00pm. All are welcome. feeling lonely. For farmers and growers God. We all, I am sure, agree with the who are experiencing trying times because sentiments of Anne Ackland of our Our Harvest Festival will be held on the of the weather. Hopefully by the time the celebrations on the Monday "What a lovely weekend of September 15th & 16th. The magazine is out we will be enjoying drier day we had in Loxbeare on the Monday of Saturday service will be at 2pm when there and sunny days. We pray for the young the Jubilee weekend. The weather was kind will be opportunity for the Children to bring people as they face the challenges of and, speaking for myself, all I did was to their Harvest gifts, followed by sports and leaving school, finding employment, or turn up with a bit of food on a plate. We had tea. On Sunday the service will be at 11am; going to college or university; the younger a 'Super Street Party' followed by games come and join us. Decorating the Church children as they start school for the first etc. The evening was celebrated with a will take place on the Friday. Gifts and help time in September, and the older children barbeque and beacon. A big thank you to will be appreciated. The Harvest Supper as they change schools. all those people who worked so hard to will be on Thursday the 20th Sept in the make these events so enjoyable" Village Hall. 7 for 7.30. Contact Carol on Congratulations Michael and Claudine Lear 01884 881480. on their Golden Wedding in The Leprosy Mission Service will have been held on July 22nd with Natalie Husk as the On the 10th July some of the Ladies visited ð speaker. Continued on Page 10

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HOME GROUPS MISSION COMMUNITY SERVICES CHILDREN’S PRAISE AND PRAYER GROUPS 2nd Sunday in month Sunday 2nd September At 8.00pm. Sunday Club (Tel.01884-881362 for venues) TODDLERS GROUP 4pm at Calverleigh Village Hall (for under 5s) (No service in August) Every Friday during term time COFFEE PLUS at Calverleigh Village Hall Alternate Thursdays 10.30am Group Service at 10am - 12 noon 9.30am - 10.30am. Loxbeare (farewell to Katie), Prayer for the Exe Valley followed by Bring-and-share lunch in For information phone at Church Cottage, Stoodleigh village hall Liz Heywood (01884 881583) (Tel. 01398-351364) Sunday 30th September FISH CLUB LOXBEARE PRAYER MEETING 11am Rob’s Priesting at Silverton (for ages 4-11) On 3rd Tuesday in month Every Friday during term time (Tel. 01884-881362) Mission Community Prayer 3.30-5.15pm Meetings (at East Sidborough) In Calverleigh Village Hall LOXBEARE WOMEN’S begin again on 12th September BIBLE STUDY LEADER Alternate Tuesdays at 2pm Mission Community Cindy Trick (01363 866621) 2nd Tuesday - East Sidborough Home-groups 4th Tuesday - Highgate Cottage (at Withleigh Rectory YOUTH GROUP & Stoodleigh Vicarage) begin again on 5th September Wednesdays at 6.30 pm. WALK THE TALK For more information phone Withleigh Home Group Our Anglican Future Alternate Tuesdays at 8pm Nicki Burton (01884-255248) Wednesday 8th August (Tel. 01884-253473) Charles Raven Loxbeare Village Hall at 7.30pm

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5th August 5th August 5th August 9.30 am Holy Communion 11.15 am Morning Prayer 11 am Family Service And Holy Communion 12th August 12th August 9.30 am Morning Prayer 11.15 am Holy Communion 12th August 11 am Morning Prayer 19th August 19th August Join with Stoodleigh Join with Loxbeare 19th August 9.30 am Holy Communion 26th August 26th August 9.30 am Family Service 9.30 am Morning Prayer 26th August 6.30 pm Evening Prayer 2nd September 2nd September See Loxbeare See Loxbeare 2nd September See Loxbeare 9th September 9th September 9.30 am Morning Prayer 11.15 am Holy Communion 9th September 11 am Morning Prayer 16th September 16th September 9.30 am Holy Communion 9.30 am Family Service 16th September 9.30 am Holy Communion 23rd September 23rd September 9.30 am Family Service 9.30 am Morning Prayer 23rd September 6.30 pm Evening Prayer 30th September 30th September 2.30 pm Harvest Festival 11 am Rob’s Priesting 30th September at Silverton 11 am Rob’s Priesting at Silverton

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5th August 5th August 5th August 11.15 am Morning Worship 11 am Morning Prayer 9.30 am Family Communion 12th August 12th August 12th August Join with Rackenford 9.30 am Holy Communion 11 am Family Service 19th August 19th August 19th August 6.30 pm BBQ Service 11.15 am Family Service 9.30 am Holy Communion at Lower Ingrams 26th August 26th August 26th August 5 pm Evening Prayer 6.30 pm Evening Prayer 11 am Family Service

2nd September 2nd September 2nd September See Loxbeare See Loxbeare 10.30 am Family Service (farewell to Katie), followed by 9th September 9th September Bring & Share Lunch 6.30 pm Harvest Festival 11 am Family Service 9th September 6.30 pm Evening Praise 16th September 16th September with Holy Communion 11.15 am Holy Communion 9.30 am Holy Communion 16th September 23rd September 23rd September 11 am Harvest Praise 6.30 pm Evening Prayer 11 am Harvest Festival With Baptism 23rd September 30th September 11 am Family Communion 11 am Rob’s Priesting 30th September 30th September at Silverton 11 am Rob’s Priesting 11 am Rob’s Priesting at Silverton at Silverton

TEMPLETON WASHFIELD WITHLEIGH

5th August 5th August 5th August 9.30 am Morning Prayer 6 pm Evening Prayer 11 am Family Service

12th August 12th August 12th August No Service 11 am Morning Prayer 9.30 am Morning Worship

19th August 19th August 19th August 9.30 am Family Service 11 am Family Service 11 am Holy Communion

26th August 26th August 26th August 11 am Morning Worship 9.30 am Holy Communion Join with Templeton

2nd September 2nd September 2nd September See Loxbeare See Loxbeare See Loxbeare

9th September 9th September 9th September No Service 2.30 pm Harvest Festival 3 pm Harvest Festival

16th September 16th September 16th September 11 am Holy Communion 11 am Family Service 11 am Morning Worship

23rd September 23rd September 23rd September 11 am Family Service 9.30 am Holy Communion 9.30 am Holy Communion By Extension 30th September 30th September 11 am Rob’s Priesting 11 am Rob’s Priesting 30th September at Silverton at Silverton 11 am Rob’s Priesting at Silverton

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September; also to anyone else celebrating is a great choice. DVD's can be hired from members, who sang so well, special thanks special occasions and birthdays. as little as £1 a fortnight. Non-fiction books, to Sarah who led the choir so beautifully, large print and children’s books can be and Cilla and Pauline for playing the organ. Well done to Josh, Libby & Nathaniel Button, reserved free. Also books can be reserved All those rehearsals with Sarah and Cilla Lucy Radford and Jack Stuckey who online and collected from the mobile paid off handsomely. completed the Exmoor Challenge at the library. Children have extra fun joining the beginning of May. Dawn Radford who Book Track and Summer Reading It seems a long way off, but our Harvest completed the 35 miles Ten Tors and Josh Challenge. The mobile Library stops in Festival will take place on Sunday Septem- Britton the 45 miles Ten Tors. Dawn & Josh Loxbeare at the church fortnightly on ber 30th at 2.30pm. We have high hopes of should have completed in July the 3peaks- Fridays 9.35-9.55am. Why not come and see the Choir coming together to take part in Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon. what is on offer. See notice board. this service. Tea will be served at the back of the church afterwards. We would appreci- We are planning a Thanksgiving Festival of ate any produce you can donate which will talents and crafts over the weekend of be auctioned at the Harvest Supper which October 20th-21st. There will be another is on Monday October 1st at 7.30pm. Please planning meeting on August 20th. More bring your own wine. Contact Mike or details in the next magazine. Wendy on 351383 for further details. s part of the Oakford Jubilee weekend, An outing to Woolacombe is planned for the Aour Jubilee Songs of Praise took place Congratulations to Martin Williams of Oak- 1st of August, meeting on the beach at on Sunday June 3rd with almost a full ford on his marriage to Amy Randerson 4.00pm and finishing with a picnic supper. church. The Oakford Choir took part in this from Cruwys Morchard, with very best wish- Contact Ron & Maraget on 01884 881362. happy occasion singing three hymns and es for their future happiness together. the lovely anthem by Vaughn Williams, ‘O The walking group have enjoyed two local Taste and See’. The congregation joined in Jubilee Celebrations. Through the hard walks recently around Calverleigh and other hymns and this was interspersed with work of many individuals and groups, Templeton, finishing with lunch. poems, some humorous, some thought-pro- Oakford put on 4 days of celebrations to suit voking. The church looked lovely with all all ages and tastes. And all ages and tastes Loxbeare Ladies. Thank you to Anne the windows, font and pulpit decorated with joined in with what was a really great Ackland for a lovely meal on July 5th. We all flower arrangements with the Jubilee in weekend, one to be remembered for a long enjoyed the evening and a total of £150 was mind - red, white and blue being the domi- time to come. To all those who helped in raised for Village Hall funds. August 2nd nant colours! Afterwards everyone enjoyed any way, many, many thanks. To all those will be a barbeque at Sue Troakes at a glass of wine with savouries. Oakford’s who came along and just enjoyed the fun 7.00pm, cost £4. Bring either a salad or Jubilee week- pudding, letting Sue know if you wish to end was a great come by July 30th. Contact Sue on 01884 success and the 259496. September 3rd A walk along the Songs of Praise Great Western Canal is planned followed by no exception. food. 6pm start. Again, contact Sue. Our thanks to all who decorat- If anyone is interested in learning to ring the ed the church, church bells please contact Marion on to all who con- 01884 256302. tributed food, to Dawn and fami- We have received a letter from Devon ly for organizing Libraries Mobile Service. They are very the wine, Mike keen to promote the mobile library and for producing want to encourage our residents to join the the programme, library and enjoy the benefits of this service. the readers and Membership is free and for any age. There all the choir The Jubilee Choir performed some popular songs for the Party is no charge for borrowing books and there and choral songs for the Celebration Service in St. Peter's Church. QUOIT-AT-CROSS, STOODLEIGH

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and friendship, many, many thanks. occasion-wear to donate. Please phone homes if we felt unable to venture out. Oakford celebrating in style, as it always Tracey on 351665 or Angela on 341471. However we celebrated, we will always does! Watch out for posters. remember.

Olympic Walk: There will be a walk Our belated deepest sympathy to the family along some of Oakford's public footpaths on and friends of the late Ethel Thorne at this Sunday July 29th (hope you get this in difficult time. Ethel used to clean our time!). The walk will be about 3 miles, start- church when living at Blindwell Farm. ing from the Red Lion at 10am. Please come dressed for walking, especially if the weath- onations of £259.72 given for Church During the family service on 17th June, Porch Funds have been received in er looks wet, and bring a drink too. Dogs D Alisha Fisher was brought to church by her memory of Winnie Cox, whose funeral took welcome, but may need to be on a lead at mum Julie, dad Kevin and siblings Chloe times or where there is livestock. Like all place on 28th April. We are most grateful for and Tom to be christened and welcomed walks around Oakford there are some steep this kind donation. into the church. Our prayers to Alisha, her hills and steps, and the walk may not family and godparents. be suitable for everyone. We return to the Sadly the weather wasn’t on our side during Red Lion afterwards for those in need of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Many congratulations to Leslie and some refreshment! Contact Kelvin on 01398 However, that didn’t deter those who Frances Kelland on their Golden Wedding 351573 or Tony on 01398 351320 for more wanted to continue with the plans, and Anniversary. Also congratulations to Tim details, or visit others taking part in the variety of events and Liz Paxton on their Silver Wedding the website at that had been organised by Rackenford Anniversary. We hope you all had a lovely www.middevon.gov.uk/oakford. Club – a picnic on the common, pram race, day. competitions, etc, and a delicious hog roast Oakford & District Flower and Produce and music evening. Many children had Thank you to everyone who took part in the Show: Saturday, August 11th, Oakford great fun on the big slide at The Stag, along sponsored walk on May 19th. We believe we Village Hall. The competition is open to with a barbecue. anyone in Oakford and the surrounding had nine adult walkers, eight dogs, and a special well done to Holley, the only child, villages, and schedules are free. There are The church and friends held an exhibition of who did so well. To date £629 has been sections covering flowers, fruit and over 60 years’ memorabilia, including old raised by the walkers, so thanks to you, the vegetables, cookery, handicraft, children’s newspaper cuttings from 1948, 51 and 53 much needed sponsors, who gave so exhibits and a cookery item just for men! and lots of interesting items. The church generously. Thanks also to the drivers and Schedules are available from the Toucan was beautifully decorated by various people. to Liz Paxton and Jane Phillips. This was a Restaurant in Bampton, from Greenslade Many thanks to the gardening club for beautiful circular walk from Porlock Weir House, Oakford, or by calling Chris on 01398 helping, and to the Rackenford School with stunning coastal scenery and a 351573. Entry forms must be returned by children for their lovely flag display. chance to visit Culbone Church, the Thursday, August 9th to the Show Secretary, Delicious cakes, sandwiches and teas, etc, smallest and one of the remotest churches Chris Holdom at Greenslade House, were also available. Thanks to everyone in England. And the sun shone!! Little Oakford. The Show opens to the public at who had a hand in this. Elenor Foot cycled from Tiverton to 2p.m. and light refreshments are available. Sampford Peverell and back across the Our 6pm Songs of Praise service began with canal (instead of doing the walk) and Rain! Just to confirm how wet it has been, the National Anthem, followed by favourite raised £25 for the church. Well done and there were 204mm – just over 8” – of rain in hymns chosen by members of the thank you Elenor. June in Oakford. And July has started off congregation. The collection of £147.52 was just as wet! given to Children’s Hospice South West. It was lovely to have so many people join us Our Union Flag flew with pride marking 60 for the Group Rogation Service on May 27th. Children’s Hospice South West: Ladies’ Day years of the Queen’s loyal, devoted and Rev. Steve Goodbody and Rev. John Saturday September 22nd 10am until 4pm at faithful service. Many wonderful television Roberts took our service, and our thanks to Oakford Village Hall. Shopping and light programmes were available during the the musicians who were wonderful. During lunches. If you have any nearly-new quality weekend to enjoy in the comfort of our own the service Liz Paxton, Brian Peace, Donna

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and Katie spoke to John Roberts on aspects If you feel you would like something the beacon. We also thank Devon and of their lives, the changes over the years, included in the magazine, please contact Somerset Marquees for their generous help. good times, the worries of farming and the Hilda Nott on 01884 881248 a week before This combination of kindness, generosity ups and downs of life; a most interesting the copy deadline on the front of the and hard work reflects the happiness and and informative part of the service. This magazine. coming together of our village community. moving, uplifting and heart-warming service concluded with tea and biscuits. Copies of the group photograph taken in the afternoon by Phil Bird can be obtained Many congratulations to James Paxton, from him with the accompanying names of Madeline Davey and Charlie Stone who all present, phone 351765. have achieved high grades at their hat a wonderful time of Queen’s universities, and also congratulations to WDiamond Jubilee celebrations we had On a sadder note, we have to report the Laura Morrison on becoming a Doctor of in Stoodleigh. death of Dinah Rycroft, a great character Medicine. Some of the above started their and much loved friend of many. She and education at Rackenford School. Well done The celebrations began on the Sunday with her husband Peter ran the Black Cat to you all and our very best wishes for the a lively 'Songs of Praise', with many well- garage and café near Bampton before future. loved hymns being chosen by members of retiring to Stoodleigh in 1972. They lived at the congregation. On the Monday, we were Barns Cottage for over 30 years and created Thanks as always to Mr Baillie for all his truly blessed with a window of really good the lovely garden there from what had been hard work in the churchyard. weather for the family day of races and a field. For some years Dinah organised the games. What a happy and church flowers and always tried to insist on Our very best wishes and prayers to Percy entertaining afternoon! The Hog Roast and garden flowers rather than shop bought! Stone, Ken Blackford, Joan Clark, Dancing that followed in the evening in one She had moved to Castle Grove in Bampton Gwendoline and Mrs Arscott. We sadly of Roger Hill's barns, was delightful, with by the time of her death, aged 91. Her have several people amongst us who are 250 people attending and music from the funeral was here at St Margaret’s Church. poorly, have had hospital treatment and Lucy Lastic Band. The grand lighting of the various health problems, so we send our Jubilee Beacon completed an unforgettable At about the same time (at the end of May), prayers and very best wishes to Bob day. Barbara Marsh also died at the young age Mogridge, Jane McLeod, Des Reed, Joan of 56. Barbara went to the village school Phillips, Marjorie and Herbert Smith and to Martine Jaquemet was incredible in her and lived with her family in the same all who are not well, lonely or depressed or organising - planning and leading the cottage in Stoodleigh almost all her life. bereaved. afternoon games (with many others) and She was fond of wild flowers and of music. playing a key part in transforming the barn We are very lucky to have the help of into such a colourful, celebratory setting. Please don't forget these forthcoming Graham Fennel at the organ while Marjorie Alistair Morison produced the massive village events: is unable to play. Thank you so much. bonfire as if by magic. But really it was a Saturday August 27th - The annual community effort, backed by a committee Ploughman's Lunch at 12 noon and Walk The Gardening Club Autumn Show is on with Margaret Cuningham in the chair, and from Parkhouse Water. Saturday 18 August from 2:30pm, followed with Phil and Geraldine Talbot to keep Friday September 14th - A chance to bring by a barbecue. This will all be held at West things pointing in the right direction. your Antiques for Valuation, with Cheese Backstone. Everyone worked hard, and so many people and Wine, 7pm in church - £7.50. just quietly turned up to help with setting up Sunday October 7th - Service of Harvest Other dates for your diary: or clearing up, etc. We cannot thank all of Thanksgiving, 11am. Harvest - them enough! Truly a day to remember! Monday October 8th - Harvest Supper with Children’s Service; Friday 12 October Auction in the Village Hall at 7pm. Harvest Praise; Sunday 14 October 6:30pm Special thanks are due to Roger and Linda Saturday December 8th - Christmas Fayre Harvest Supper; Monday 15 October Hill and family for the use of their barn, and in the Village Hall 10.30 - 12.30. for all their work to get it ready; and to Ian 7:00pm at the Stag and Merv Carey for the use of their field for

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The underfloor insulation work delicious food. Around 130 people Lynda Newnes 12th - 19th August is now finished - thank you to Devon County attended, and a total of £366.41 was raised Ginah Palmer 26th August - 2nd Sept. Councillor Polly Colthorpe for her support! for the village hall and the church funds. th th We're now working on the next phase which Audrey McInerney 9 - 16 September rd th is the re-surfacing of the car park. The The 100 Club winner for May was Jan Jan Heptinstall 23 - 30 September following stage of improvement will be the Heptinstall, June’s winner was Rita Pratt, replacement of the windows and we're formerly Rita Ayre, from Higher Way, awaiting the outcome of a grant application Templeton and July’s winner was Teresa to the Big Lottery Fund - Awards for All. Panchez. Contact Geraldine on 351391 or [email protected] The Annual Fete will be on August 11th with all the usual stalls, cream teas, hot dogs, May we remind you that the bric-a- brac, cakes, books, games, a general Stoodleigh Garden Club Show will be his year’s annual Fete day was VERY wet Auction, plus an Auction of Pledges. taking place on Friday 7th September in the but, thanks to PCC members and a band Anyone wishing to volunteer a pledge T Village Hall. Schedules may be downloaded of willing helpers, Plan B swung into action should contact Julie Dent on 233507. from the Stoodleigh website, or are and tables were soon put up in the hall and available from Jennifer Fraser, Pat stalls allocated a dry space. Then the forti- Pennington or Diana Honnor. We look We have some good news on the repair of tude of parishioners and friends kicked in forward to seeing you all either as exhibitors the village hall roof; the insurers will cover and it was a well attended afternoon after all. or as visitors enjoying the results. 100% of the costs, so hopefully the work Mr Maurice Balment and his wife, Alice, will begin soon. Our thanks to Jem declared the Fete open and were presented Dinneen for his negotiating so skillfully Ladies Day, with a buttonhole and a basket of flowers by with the insurers. Saturday 22nd September 10am-4pm, little Elena Lampard. As usual, the stalls Oakford Village Hall. Shopping and light were laden with donated goods and a deli- lunches. If you have any nearly new quality The first stage of repair to the church tower cious tea was served. Thank you to every- occasion wear to donate, please phone has been completed; therefore anyone one who donated items and those who Paula on 351342 or Pauline on 351765. interested in seeing this work, please worked so hard to make it such a success, contact Martin Strong on 253220. in spite of the weather. A profit of over £700 Prizewinners, May – 1 was raised. Janet Russell, 2 Lesley Ayre, 3 Christine Other future events include a Duck Race at Snell; June – 1 Heather Burmeister, 2 Dartcoomb Mill on Saturday 22nd We were welcomed to our Diamond Jubilee Alistair Morison, 3 Phil Talbot. September, and there will be a Dr Who celebrations with the village adorned by bunting and tubs of red, white and blue It is not too late to join the club if you wish: themed bonfire night on Saturday 3rd contact Christine Palfrey 351271. November. A second Christmas Fare will flowers. The village groups worked together to make all the events over the four days be held in December, the date and time to enjoyable and successful. Despite some be announced later. inclement weather all were well attended. August 18th & 26th - Pat Aplin; The Social Club put on a wonderful 50’s We were sorry to hear that Christine September 9th & 16th - Phyllis Hill; night with children’s entertainment, games September 23rd & 30th - Christine Palfrey. Chittenden passed away on 12th May. Our and a crown competition. The Songs of thoughts are with the family at this sad time. Praise was uplifting as the large congregation sang the favourite hymns they had cho- We were also sorry to hear that Monica sen. The service was taken by Anna. We Salisbury has been in hospital with a were blessed with a lovely day on Monday chipped bone in her foot; we hope you for the photograph and Tea Party. The pho- he Diamond Jubilee celebrations were make a speedy recovery, and anyone that tograph, taken by Norman, captured the Twell attended and very enjoyable. They has been ill or in hospital recently, our one hundred and fifty attendees against the began with Songs of Praise based on the thoughts are with you. beautiful backdrop of the Old Rectory gar- Coronation Service, followed by a cream tea. dens (thanks Bronson and Camilla) with a Our congratulations to Robert and Julie clear view to Tiverton in the distance. A Our Jubilee lunch was held on 6th June, and Chittenden on the birth of their baby boy. great aide memoir for a lovely day. Photos was hosted by Bruce and Christine are available from Paul Crease on 256284 in Pearson. A huge thank you to you both and A3 and A4 formats at £2 and £1.50. The hall and tables looked cheerful as we sat down to your team for their hard work and the Hannah Nobbs 29th July - 5th August

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for a scrumptious tea (served by the W.I.) of Allison and Paul, will be blessed with and rounded off with patriotic singing, led God’s love and guidance at his Baptism. A by Jenny. The children had their faces very proud day for all the family. For many August 12th/19th Mrs Harding painted in red, white and blue by Stephanie years Mrs Jenny Parnell has been singing August 26th/Sept 2nd Mrs Moore and Charlotte, and the adults studied the in a choir which took her to many churches September 9th/16th Mrs Trout wonderful display of village/Jubilee memo- and Cathedrals. Jenny retired on a high - September 23rd/30th Mrs French rabilia (thanks Gill, John and Oliver). The singing at Wells Cathedral in June. She rain of the next day did not deter the many was honoured when music she composed that undertook the Farm Walk to Stanterton was sung by the choir. (with kind permission of Julian and Mari- anne) and scavenger hunt (good one Mag- Our love and thoughts are with everyone August 12th/19th Mrs French gie!) and were rewarded with a cream tea. who is not in the best of health at this time. August 26th/Sept 2nd Mrs Arnold/ The day was rounded off with a Right Royal We are particularly thinking of Frannie and Mrs Bicknell Quiz set by Arthur, and a supper. Thanks Adam of Spillifords whose little baby daugh- September 9th/16th Mr and Mrs Parnell are extended to who helped to ter, Eva is in a London hospital. Our love September 23rd/30th Mrs Harding/ make this occasion a wonderful communi- and prayers are with you at this very anx- Mrs Jones ty time and brought villagers together to ious time and hope Eva will be well enough October 7th/14th Mr and Mrs McCahon celebrate. Well done everyone. to come home soon.

The Harvest Festival will be held on Sunday The new Defibrillator is soon to be sited on 9th September at 2.30pm with a short serv- the outside wall of the hall so that it will be ice followed, as is usual, by the sports and readily accessible to anyone who should then a Bring and Share tea in the hall. Any need to use it. Training is not necessary to t the time of writing these notes the rain produce you may have to decorate the save a life with this ‘intelligent’ machine, as is beating against the window so by the church would be much appreciated. Deco- it leads the user through the steps to be A time you receive your magazine, we hope taken. Twelve people have however already rating will take place on Saturday 8th. you will be enjoying some sunshine. Our been trained to use the Defibrillator with Thank you. thoughts have been with the farmers and confidence, and the Hall committee is hold- contractors who have been battling against ing another session so as to re-cap and Congratulations to Angela Slade and her the rain to get the grass cut and harvested. fiancé, James Wych, who marry in August, pass this training knowledge onto others. and to two other Washfield couples: Jason It will be on Wednesday 5th September at The Diamond Jubilee Celebrations got off Hann and Charlotte Williams and William 7.30pm with anyone welcome to attend. to a great start with 23 “scarecrow” Queens and Janey Diggle who held their own spe- Come along and find out more about how appearing around the Village! There were cial wedding ceremonies recently. We you could help in an emergency, or phone very regal Queens and also some send blessings and much happiness to you Anne Moore (255298) for more details of humorous Queens, as well as a life size all. how to access the defibrillator. horse, corgis and a carriage. Everyone put in so much effort and the scarecrows Congratulations of a different sort are sent attracted many visitors to the Village! Well to James and Sarah Herniman on the birth rd Thursday 23 August - Lunch Club in hall done to Janet and Ron Stacey at Waylands of baby Jack Chandler (a brother for Matil- 12 for 12.30 for their winning Queen. da and Gilbert), and to Sarah and Graham Wednesday 5th September - Defibrillator Willis on the birth of Harry George, a broth- training/interest session Hall 7.30pm A full English breakfast was enjoyed by er for Chloe, and first grandson for Pete and Sunday 9th September - Harvest Festival more than 60 people in the Village Hall on Anne. Congratulations also go to Phoebe Service 2.30pm followed by sports and Sunday, 3 June – thank you to the Chefs, Nicholson who has graduated with a First Bring-and-Share tea in hall Rodney Gale and Mark Luxton, ably from Oxford, well done Phoebe. Friday 21st September - Mouse Racing in assisted by Janet Sellick and Margaret Gale. hall (Look out for further details) Breakfast was followed by “Songs of Praise” On July 15th little Noah Rhys Trout, baby Thursday 27th September son of Raymond and Claire, and grandson Lunch Club in hall 12 for 12.30

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in the Church which was beautifully (A child’s Fat Face check shirt was found By general request, Walk the Talk, our decorated with flowers in Jubilee colours. after the Jubilee weekend. If it’s yours homegroup, restarted at the end of June, please contact Cathy Luxton). and meets fortnightly on Tuesday evenings. Janet Stacey devised an interesting and sometimes, challenging Treasure Hunt Our Village Hall AGM was held on the 2nd We are thinking of those awaiting their around the Village on Monday, 4 June. July; the committee would like to thank exam results and wish them well in their There were several teams all trying to solve everyone who has supported them chosen careers. We also wish all those the cryptic clues and find that elusive throughout the year, helping with the Whist starting a new school, university or college feather! This was followed by a delicious Drives, Bingos, etc, and also for cutting the well and hope they will settle into their new tea in the Village Hall – again, enjoyed by grass around the Hall. environments quickly and happily. many. The Annual Garden and Produce Show will We send get well wishes to all those not The final event of the day was the Diamond be held on Saturday 11th August. If you well at the moment especially those who Party. The Village Hall was full to capacity would like a schedule, or have lost the one are in hospital or recovering from having a with standing room only! Peter Edmunds that came with the last magazine, please stay in hospital, and those receiving organised and compèred a fantastic contact either Gill on 242977 or Brenda treatment. We also remember those evening of entertainment, all provided by known to us in care, and their families. 252431. Entries close on Tuesday 7th August. people from the Village and their friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Doors open to the public at 7.30pm, Acts included guitar playing, singing, refreshments will be available during the comedy sketches and even bagpipes! evening. Do come along and join in the Withleigh didn’t know it had so much talent cake-tasting competition. and, after a delicious supper of hot pork Sat 11th August; Garden & Produce Show, rolls and puds, the evening was rounded off This year’s Inter Village ‘It’s a knockout’ will doors open @ 7.30pm. with a sing-along and the National Anthem. th Our Royal knowledge was tested during the be held at Withleigh on Saturday 18th Sat 18 August; Inter Village It’s a evening with a quiz prepared by Rosie and August, beginning at 3pm. Come along and Knockout, beginning @ 3pm. Giles Edmonston-Low. enjoy the fun, there will be a BBQ during Sat 6th October; Car Treasure Hunt & the afternoon, and an original Olympic Supper Night (see above for details). Torch will be there to see and to hold. For The scarecrows and the events over the Wed 24th October; Team Skittles Evening more details please call the Tucker family whole weekend were a great success and a at 7.30pm. on 252431. truly, memorable celebration of the Sat 3rd November; Bonfire and Firework Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. evening. Our Harvest Celebrations are on 9th/10th September. On 9th September, our Harvest Service is at 3pm, followed by tea in the Village Hall. Then, on Monday 10th July 29th ) Rosie Edmondston-Low September, we have our Harvest Supper in the Village Hall, 7.00pm for 7.30pm, Aug 5th ) followed by the auction of the harvest produce from Church. If you would like to Aug 12th ) Ruby Reed attend the supper, please contact Brenda, 19th ) 252431 or Christine, 257571. Proceeds of the auction will be donated to Devon Air Aug 26th ) Ann Gornall & Ambulance. Please do come along and join Sept 2nd ) Maureen Stubbington us in these traditional celebrations

Sept 9th HARVEST On Saturday 6th October there will be a Car Treasure Hunt followed by Supper in the Village Hall. The Treasure Hunt will begin Sept 16th ) Janet Sellick at 5pm, starting from the Village Hall, and 23rd ) will take approx 2hours to complete. Ending back at the hall in time for a Home- Sept 30th Shirley Cruwys cooked Supper at 7.30pm. Come along to either or both of the events; for more details or to book our supper please call Winner of the Queen Scarecrow First Thursday – Bingo Duncan 252949 or Brenda 252431. competition - Ron & Janet Stacey Second Monday – Whist Drive Second Thursday – W.I.

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