This month we are delighted to announce the imminent arrival of the Revd. Glyn Diggins to St Wilfrid’s Parish. It is well over a year since Revd. Pete left us for Wakefield, and almost nine months since Revd. Phil departed. How wonderful it will be to have a Rector in charge once again!Revd. Roy Shaw comments on Lent and his forthcoming denial of chocolate. There is also an article from Parish Pump about the opportunity that Lent provides to be sorry to God.Carole Wilson seeks new members for the Open the Book Group in Thorpe Willoughby, and we note that Open the Book celebrates 25 years in 2025.Ruth Breeze updates us on PCC matters, and I contribute some nonsense on Gen Z being unable to tighten a nut with a spanner.Finally, I provide a guide for the bewildered – which includes me - on the process to select a new Archbishop of Canterbury. Wouldn’t be a lot easier if they just moved everything to York?
The Christmas and New Year break caused me to play catch-up this month, and I have included some articles that would ordinarily have been published in the January Connected.I am indebted to Margaret Seager for her update on the length or son Robert's hair, and also to Ruth Breeze for the Parochial Church Council update.Jan Tetley provided some excellent images from the recent Card Making Morning at St Francis, and roving reporter Leita Hunter travelled to Whistler in Canada just to wish us all a Happy New Year. Who knew that the Connected budget extended to travel abroad? Not me, but expect to receive an article from me adjacent to a swimming pool on a Greek Island shortly.
Hello,Following on from the recent cold snap we’ve been having, and which is set to continue, I thought your parishioners might be interested in attending the next Our Zero Selby event on home energy efficiency. Our Guest speaker for the evening will be Kate Urwin from The Yorkshire Energy Doctor. Please could you help us to promote the event by putting up a poster and/or posting on your social media, and putting a notice in your newsletter, especially to help us to reach those who may be particularly affected by the current cold weather.Be a Home Energy Hero Our Zero Selby, Up For Yorkshire’s community-led project inspiring local action on climate change in Selby, is excited to announce its next Zero Hero event, "Become a Home Energy Hero with The Yorkshire Energy Doctor!" This free event will take place on Tuesday 21st January at 6.30-8pm at Portholme Church. The session will be led by Kate Urwin, The Yorkshire Energy Doctor, and will equip residents with the knowledge and tools they need to make their homes more energy-efficient, save money and reduce their carbon footprint. Tickets are free, but must be booked in advance. Uncover the secrets to a more energy-efficient home: · Understand your energy use and compare it to others. · Identify key areas of energy waste and learn how to tackle them. · Discover practical steps to maximise efficiency (including grant opportunities!). · Explore alternative technologies for a greener future. This event is perfect for anyone who wants to: · Save money on their energy bills. · Reduce their environmental impact. · Make their home more comfortable. Don't miss this chance to become a Home Energy Hero and make a positive impact on your home and the environment! To book your tickets, please go to https://rebrand.ly/51igbrs or if you don’t have access to the internet, call Connie on 01757 291111. Best wishesClaire
Happy New Year!The Brayton Parish Magazine celebrates its 150th anniversary this month. Started by Revd. Crosthwaite on 1st January 1875, the Parish Magazine Heart & Hearth limps on in the form of Connected!I've also reproduced some examples of adverts that were included in the earlier copies of Heart & Hearth. I wonder if the Page Woodcock Wind Pills are still available?Thanks to Martin Pearson for arranging the Brayton Headstart Christmas Celebration, which appears to have been a great success, and also to Ruth Breeze for her contribution this month.
