Welcome to the March 2026 edition of Connected.Revd. Glyn Diggins encourages us all to strive for harmony, even when our perspectives and opinions differ. His words serve as a timely reminder of the value of unity and mutual respect within Christianity. We also gain thoughtful insight from Revd. Roy Shaw, who shares his reflections on Mothering Sunday through Parish Pump.Jacqui Jenkins returns with a heartfelt poem that evokes memories of days gone by, encouraging us to reflect on the past and cherish the moments that have shaped who we are today.Jill Clarke, with the support of Barbara Richardson, provides an update on Mothers’ Union activities, as well as information on the upcoming World Day of Prayer.Finally, Mrs Miggins cleans out her compost bin; about time, some say. Something for everyone this month!
This month Revd. Roy Shaw, now a regular contributor to Parish Pump, provides the Dear Friends article. It includes references to Winnie the Pooh, so it should be good!Jacqui Jenkins sent in a wonderful text about two of the most important role models in her life – Steph Cooke and Jesus Christ. There is also a link to Steph Cooke,s obituary in the Times newspaper; I recommend it to you.We also hear from Florence, a member of the Gentle Movement Group at St Francis (you know them - the ladies who always appear to be in the Fox pub), with a belated poem about Exercise at Christmas.John Clarke
Welcome to the December 2025 edition of Connected.There were lots of activities during October and early November, and it has been a squeeze to include everything.Once again Revd. Glyn Diggins takes the lead in the Dear Friends article; this month the message is about generosity. We hear about the first aid training that was held for the Parish recently at St Wilfrid’s, the visit of Revd. Francis Loftus to the Mothers’ Union (brave man…), and a new memorial event for the Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team.I report on Arthur Walker’s Great War that was performed by the brilliant Chris Cade. And there are photographs of the St Francis Gentle Movement ladies celebrating Halloween with hotdogs, the recent Selby Textile Art Group Exhibition in Selby Abbey, and the St Wilfrid’s Autumn Fair. Phew!
This month Revd. Glyn Diggins writes about one of his favourite quotes “Light yourself on fire with passion, and people will come from miles to watch you burn”, and how these words help to capture something of the spirit of Christianity.We also record the baptism of Joyce McGroarty, and the admission & licensing of Martin Pearson in pictures, and Shirley Croft remembers Gordon Tute's time at St Francis with love.
