This Christmas some local children may not receive a gift. Together, we can help to make sure they do! We are asking the people of West Rainton to donate new toys to children who may have no gift this year. What to donate• New toys, unopened, ( no used toys) • For babies, children and teenagers • please don't wrap the toys so they can be matched to the right child. ****avoid toy weapons****There will be a special collection point in church at the Village Carol Service on 15th December at 6.30pm
Mike has been in training with Lindisfarne College and successfully graduated this year with a foundation degree in Theology. After being assessed and approved he was recommended to Bishop Sarah as suitable for appointment as an Authorised Lay Minister of the Word. This allows Mike to take services, preach and serve in the parish. Mike retired in 2023 and, after nearly 30 years worshipping at St Mary's, joined the process of discernment in 2024. After several months of examination, discussion and written work he was accepted by and commenced his degree at Lindisfarne College. The picture shows Mike with the group clergy and friends who came along to the service.
Our afternoon teas have now reached legendary standard and on a bright, hot but windy Saturday 12th July we yet again demonstrated why!40 guests were treated to possibly the best afternoon tea they had ever seen, together with proper china cups and plates. Raising a total of £687, nearly all donations which can be claimed on gift aid for the building fund.Thank you everyone who attended!(You can download additional pictures by clicking on the links)
