Candles of Remembrance.
The annual Candles of Remembrance service will be held on Sunday, 2nd November, at 4.00pm, in the Worship Hall at Nailsea Methodist Church. Anyone is invited to join us for quiet, reflective worship during which we will remember in particular those of, and associated with, our congregation who have died during the last year.
Mike Ratcliffe.
Mike has had his much-needed operation at last and we wish him a speedy recovery. Mike and Sally are much in
our thoughts and prayers.
Phakamisa (a Zulu word meaning to uplift)
Zethu Kuzwayo, Director of Phakamisa SA, came to the church last month to tell us about the work. They give under privileged children an education and provide meals. There are training courses for adults in sewing, beadwork, cooking, gardening and an early childhood development programme and more.
There are leaflets in church if you want to learn more. Donations can be made via www.phakamisa.org.
ALPHA for Church Members - If you feel you need a refresher about the Christian faith, or would want to help at Alpha courses in the future, please come to all or some of the evenings at West Town. 7.30pm on Wednesdays 5, 12 and 19 November.
Turnaround - At Harvest you very generously gave non-perishable goods and monetary donations for Turnaround. Tina kindly drove me to Lawrence Hill with these. Ross, the Manager, has emailed a note of thanks, which is on the notice board. Julie
Welcome Hub – is in full swing on Monday mornings from 10a.m. - midday! We’re here for a cuppa and a chat. Bring along some knitting, crocheting, puzzles, craft project etc. or simply come for some conversation. Everyone is welcome. For more info contact Shirley at tsmce12@gmail.com or Ann at ann.pullan@btinternet.com.
Village Magazine - If you wish to make a donation to support the Magazine, please contact me. Thank you Julie.
The Editor, Jane, is moving later this year, so the magazine will need a new Editor, and also a Treasurer, Advertising Manager and Distribution Manager! Applicants need to engage with I.T. If anyone can help in any wat please contact Jane.
Methodist Prayer Handbook 2025-26 - The book is called ‘Our Story, our Song’ and available for £4.15.
If you would like a copy please tell Julie, who will pass on our order to Marjorie Sharp.
Date for Diary –
Charity Christmas Card Sale - 1 November at Backwell Parish Hall. 10.00a.m to 12.30p.m.
Candles of Remembrance - See entry above.
Backwell Prayer Group - Next meeting Monday 3 November, 7.45p.m. at West Town.
Nailsea Craft Fair - at the Methodist Church on Saturday 8 November 10.00a.m. to 4.00p.m.
172nd Church Anniversary - 7 December with Rev Sally Ratcliffe
Carols by Candlelight - with Rev Sally Ratcliffe, 14 December at 6.00p.m.
Presentation by Tim and Sheila - Sunday 21 December.
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