Revd Graham Wilkins is taking on the additional role of Rural Dean for Norwich South. Graham comments, 'This shouldn't have too much of an impact from the view of St Peter's and St Andrew's, but your prayers will be very much appreciated'.Secondly, Graham has been given an overdue sabbatical this year. A sabbatical in the Church of England is a period of time where you don't do your normal duties for a few months after about seven years in post...and Graham is coming up to 10 years in Cringleford and Colney. This means he will be away from 6 July until 20 September. Graham sees this as a hopeful opportunity: 'We have a good team and between them, others getting a chance to use their gifts in different ways, and a God who is both gracious and compassionate I am certain the benefice will be in good hands.'The photo shows Graham engaging in one of his favourite activities - drinking coffee. We are sure this will stand him in good stead both in conversations as Rural Dean, and during his sabbatical studies.
The season of Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, 18 February. In this short video, Revd Graham Wilkins talks about fresh starts and the beginning of Lent. Graham introduces the Draw Near resources we will be using, and invites anyone interested to join in the Holy Communion service at St Peter's at 7pm.
Two popular events return this year:Spring Quiz. Saturday, 14th March, 1830-2030. Tickets £2 including tea/coffee & hot-cross bun. Children free.Easter Coffee Morning. Saturday, 28th March, 1000-1200. Tickets £10 including ploughman's lunch & ice cream dessert.Both are held at St Peter's Church Hall, Newmarket Road, Cringleford, NORWICH, NR4 6UE.See posters for details. Tickets from Church Office.
The Parish Support Team will be available on Wednesday 4 June 4-6pm at St Peter's Church Hall, Cringleford, NR4 6UEThey can help with:- Parish Person Dashboard. Keeping Parochial Church Council (PCC) info up to date.- Safeguarding Parish Dashboard. Is your PCC compliant?- CYF resources. Help with Children, Youth and Families mission.- Energy Footprint Tool. Help with filling it in.- Sign up to Enews. How to find out what's going on across the Diocese.- How to start your Eco Church journey.
