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Farewell to Archdeacon Judy

Over 200 people filled Dorchester Abbey on Sunday 25 September for Archdeacon Judy’s Farewell Service.  Leading the service, the Bishop of Dorchester, Gavin Collins, praised Judy’s faithful service to the Archdeaconry as the first ever Archdeacon of Dorchester and said: “Judy was deservedly known for her deep love of the people she served, her deep…

The children’s corner

Have you taken a look at the children’s corner lately?  Thank you so much to all those talented people that have created this very special space – with room for activities, each week, that dovetail with the Gospel at the main service; a place to play at any time the church is open; a library…

Ride ‘n’ Stride

Having completed the Historic Churches “Ride and Stride” on 10th September, I am pleased to say that I managed to raise £400 from generous sponsorship, both from the church and elsewhere.  I cycled 30 miles and visited 20 churches, some of which I had not been to before.   Many thanks to you all, and with…

Prayer Bulletin

Please pray for:     For the Royal Family as they continue their period of mourning. For people with cancer. For Joan Hanks. For Marjorie and Derek Soffe following Marjorie’s recent operation. For John Draper who is in Merrifield House and whose health is deteriorating.

WICS – they need you!

WITNEY INTER-CHURCH SINGERS (WICS) Witney Inter-Church Singers is a local choir made up of Christians from around twelve local churches who come together to rehearse and perform two concerts each year, one at Christmas and one in the summer.  Our aims are to encourage each other as Christians in the choir, through music and fellowship,…