November is here again. This year seems to be racing out of control to the end of 2024!What does November mean to you? Bonfire night, autumn leaves, cosy evenings round the fire, and Remembrance Day?It is so important to remember important events which shape history - and what could be more important than two World Wars? By remembering, we learn from the past and make better efforts to live in a better way. Remembrance Day was an attempt by the generation who had come through World War 1, not only to honour and remember their loved ones who had perished, but also to remember the horrors of war, to avoid future wars. Unfortunately, this was unsuccessful, but still that silence at 11-00am on 11th November does give us space to remember our departed and to pray for world peace.In Genesis, there is a story about a world so evil that God decided to destroy it with a flood. However, he saved two of every animal and one family: that of Noah. After they were saved, God sent a rainbow so that humanity could remember God’s mercy and his promise never to give up on humanity – “Whenever the rainbow appears in the clouds, I will see it and remember the everlasting covenant between God and all living creatures of every kind on the earth.” (Genesis 9:16) Today the rainbow is still seen as a symbol of hope for a better future. So yes, on November 11th we will remember all who have so bravely died in service of us all, we will pray for peace. But if you despair of ever seeing peace, if the world seems to be heading for total disaster, remember the rainbow. God has not given up on us, so we must not give up either and remember, God is always there for us, no matter how bad things are and how bad we feel.And remember - it will soon be Christmas!!Blessings to all, Vivienne
This means that our ten churches continue with just one vicar, Rev'd Vivienne Starkie, one reader, Andy Cooper, and invaluable support from retired clergy, Methodist Circuit Ministers, our church wardens and lay officers.Please pray for them, that they receive the support necessary to carry what can be a very heavy burden.Thank you.
Stowe by Chartley WI On Tuesday 11th June 29 members and visitors attended the monthly meeting, and Vice President Chris welcomed Alison Smith, a teacher of dance and fitness, including Line Dancing. After giving us the history of where line dancing came from, she got everyone up on the floor and after showing us the moves, we all started line dancing! We danced to a variety of music, after several dances we all had a break for refreshments and to rest our feet. We finished the evening by learning a line dancing waltz. A most enjoyable evening with lots of fun and laughter. Angela gave the vote of thanks to AlisonThe regular coffee mornings will be taking place on Thursdays, 25th July and 26th September between 10-12noon a time for coffee, tea and chatter and maybe a bit of crafting. New members & guests are always welcome. We meet 2nd Tuesday of month at 7.30pm at Stowe Village Hall. Contact our president Kath Hopcroft on 01889 - 270516, or - Facebook Stowe WI .
Stowe Village Produce Guild – Garden Guild See your membership card for classes and please make every effort to enter. We shall also have a speaker Nigel Coe talking on Gladioli. We meet at 7-30pm every third Wednesday of the month with guest speakers, competitions, refreshments and a sales table.Visitors are always welcome.
