Simon's weekly video update about the life of our church and current affairs affecting us all.In this week's video, Simon talks about Christmas week.You can watch the video on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/agmdlTevigY
Simon's weekly video update about the life of our church and current affairs affecting us all.In this week's video, Simon talks about Christmas week.You can watch the video on our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xcz5LQz4sY
We are delighted to share the fantastic results from this year’s Wiltshire Ride + Stride.Christ Church with St Mary’s raised an incredible £1,450.69! Half of this amount will go to the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust, while the other half comes back to support Christ Church and St Mary’s.We are thrilled to receive:£825.35 in total, including a £100 bonus for coming 3rd in The Brooke Cup, awarded to the churches that raised the most funds.Special congratulations go to:Jacob Smith, who earned a 2024 Ride + Stride Medal for outstanding individual achievement in the 16-and-under age group.Carol, who receives a cheque for £25 for raising the most funds as a walker in the 17–65 age group.A huge thank you to everyone who took part, sponsored, or supported us. Your efforts have made a real difference, and we couldn’t be prouder of our team!We also received a special commemorative plaque for taking part in the WHCT’s 40th Anniversary Ride and Stride as shown in the cover photo. This will be placed on display in the church.Save the Date: Next year’s Ride + Stride will take place on Saturday, 13th September 2025. We hope you’ll join us again for more adventures, more miles, and more churches to explore.Thank you for helping to support and preserve our treasured heritage.For more information about the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust, visit:www.wiltshirehistoricchurchestrust.org.uk/ride-stride
Simon's Weekly Video Update #44 - 16th December 2024Simon's weekly video update about the life of our church and current affairs affecting us all.In this week's video, Simon talks about the busyness of the season and slowing down to reflect on Christmas.You can watch the video here on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyFLDGkTKbA#christchurchswindon #weeklyupdate #news #fromthevicar
