***SEE THE NEWS & NOTICES SECTION (NOTICE SHEETS) FOR DETAILS OF SERVICES AND EVENTS. LOOK FOR THE FULL LISTING TO FIND DETAILS OF ALL THAT'S ON IN EACH OF THE CHURCHES IN THE BENEFICE***
The Church is currently closed but the intention is to hold occasional services, once a new vicar has been appointed. Currently, there are no churchwardens and no Parochial Church Council so services are not possible.
The Diocese is aware of the difficult season that church communities have faced in these past months and is therefore especially grateful for the extra care extended to Walkeringham parish from neighbouring churches. The Archdeacon of Newark looks forward to discerning the opportunities for new ministry and relationship between the church and its community and welcomes local support in this.
Look out for announcements about the appointment of a new vicar in due course. For the full story, see the News & Notices section.
Meanwhile, Walkeringham residents are very welcome at services at any of our other churches across the Oswaldbeck Benefice (Beckingham, Clayworth, Gringley, Misterton, and West Stockwith).
SERVICES RE-STARTED
Across the Oswaldbeck Benefice, church services have re-started on Sundays or Wednesdays (in Misterton). Other churches are also open for private worship. They are:
Daily, Clayworth 10.00am - 4.00pm
Daily, Misterton, 10.00am-4.00pm (Wednesday service of Morning Worship, 10.00-10.30am)
Daily, Beckingham, 10.30am-3.30pm
Daily, West Stockwith, 10.00am-4.00pm
Daily, Gringley, 10.00am-4.00pm.
See the post in News & Notices giving further details of services, when and where. If you're going into one of the churches, everyone is urged to be cautious. In addition to the above, please remember that if wishing to light a votive candle in memory of a loved one, bring your own lighter or matches.
Go to the Facebook page for All Saints' Parish Church in Misterton for the latest updates and links to online services.
START THE DAY
Within our own Diocese, Bishop Paul and Sarah produce a series of monthly morning briefings.
If you have missed any of the previous ones, you can find them all here:
https://southwell.anglican.org/start-the-day-with-bishop-paul-and-sarah/
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
All Coronavirus restrictions are now lifted – at the churches where it is administered, Holy Communion is served in two kinds: either the wafer on its own or wafer with the common cup. Some people choose to wear a face covering – it is entirely a matter of choice. Holy Communion is now administered at the altar rail.
See the post elsewhere (News & Notices) giving details of services, when and where.
Go to the Facebook page for All Saints' Parish Church in Misterton for the latest updates and links to online services and links to the Bishop's Start the Day series.
SAFEGUARDING
The parish of Walkeringham is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishop's guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham’s safeguarding pages contains vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."
Ensuring that children and young people, as well as adults, are kept safe whilst in our care is an integral part of our church life. If you have any concerns about safeguarding please contact:
In the Parish: Church closed so no Parish Safeguarding Officer.
In the Benefice: Hugo Dunkley, Parish Safeguarding Co-ordinator, 01777 816003
In the Diocese: 01636 817200 during working hours. For non-urgent advice and queries, e-mail the safeguarding team at [email protected]
Out of Hours for Children & Adults: Nottinghamshire: 0300 456 4546
If you have an immediate or emergency safeguarding concern, contact the Police on 999 or statutory agencies for:
A child or vulnerable adult in Nottinghamshire – MASH (Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub) 0300 500 8080
A child in Nottingham City – Child & Families Direct 0115 876 4800
A vulnerable adult in Nottingham City – 0300 131 0300 (Out of hours Duty team 0300 456 4546)
