Wool Carnival - Saturday 28th June 2008
Holy Rood had a couple of stands, one in association with Churches Together,
and the other selling crafts and home made cakes and jams.
The Teapot Club sets out its stall
Judy reappeared - at last, she's mobile, even if on crutches! (Some answered
prayers here)
Lots to sell (but plenty of customers) . . .
The Churches Together area, and a short service is about to start -
A good time was hopefully had by all -
And it is always a privilege to see Alan Brown demonstrating one of the real
old country crafts in the 21st century. Long may it continue.
News of the restoration of the picture
For some time a
painting of Mary belonging to Holy Rood Church has been in storage as its
condition was deteriorating. It was given to the Church by the Revd Eric
Tarrant who was Vicar of Wool 1929-40. The painting probably dates from the late
eighteenth or early nineteenth century, but draws its inspiration from the work
of the seventeenth century Spanish artist Murillo.
Towards the end
of last year, the Parochial Church Council decided to have it restored by a
professional conservator. The work included strip-lining and re-stretching the
canvas, cleaning the surface and repairing some minor damage. It has also been
re-framed in line with the conservator’s recommendations and re-hung in the
Bindon Chapel.
The cost of the
work was approximately £700. If anyone would like to make a contribution
towards this, please put your donation in an envelope clearly marked “Picture
Restoration” in the collection plate at a service, or in the wall safe in church
or drop it in to the Vicarage.
Parish Visiting
As part of our work we pray regularly for the people of this parish, street by
street. From April to October a small group of us will be visiting some of the
streets that we are praying for that week. Our aim is to make contact with every
household in every street in the parish over a period of time. We will complete
our first cycle of visits this summer, and begin our second. We look forward to
meeting you.
When we visit you, or at any time, if there are any people or situations you
would like us to hold in our prayers please let us know. You are always welcome
to call me.
Rhona 462215
Revd Rhona
Floate
Past Events
Christian Aid Week 11th – 17th May
“Everyone
deserves a decent life. Working with the world’s poorest communities in 50
countries, Christian Aid invests in things that provide many benefits for years
to come. We help people to improve their own lives – whatever their background
or religion.”
Wool Churches Together
will be holding a street collection on the High Street during this week and Gift
Aid envelopes will be available in the churches.
For more
information see their website
www.christianaid.org.uk
Memorial Service Sunday 27th April at 6.30pm
This is a
service of hymns and prayers, an opportunity to reflect and to remember loved
ones. During the service, the names of all who have died during the past year
are remembered. There will be an opportunity to meet the Pastoral Team over tea
and coffee after the service. If you would like to come but have difficulties
with transport, please contact Rhona on 462215.
Future Events and Services
See the Services pages
for brief details of planned services and other events.
Future Of Holy Rood
See separate page
ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING - 13th April
The Annual Meeting of Parishioners, and the Annual Parochial Church Meeting
took place on Sunday 13th April at 5.30pm in the Hall of Wool CE First School.
The formal business included electing Churchwardens and other representatives
and receiving reports on the past year.
There were some changes in the PCC membership (and a new Churchwarden,
Ken Baynton, was elected).
More details to follow.
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