The Parishioners of St Mary's mourn the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and joins with the Nation and the Commonwealth in giving their thanks to God for his life and service.A prayer of thanksgiving for Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh:'God of our lives, we give thanks for the life of Prince Philip,for his love of our country, and for his devotion to duty.We entrust him now to your love and mercy, through our Redeemer Jesus Christ. Amen.'
The Bishop of Buckingham is pleased to announce that The Revd Christopher Haywood, who is currently Curate in the parish of Hugglescote with Donington-le-Heath, Ellistown and Snibston, in the Diocese of Leicester, has been appointed as Vicar of The Benefice of The Lee and the Benefice of Hawridge with Cholesbury and Saint Leonards.Revd Chris Haywood said: "I’m delighted to be appointed to be your Vicar, and my wife Georgie and I are looking forward to starting ministry in the Benefices in late Spring 2021 and working with you to forward the Kingdom of God in the community which we serve".Revd. Chris has contributed to our online carol service with the final reading from St. John, a short talk and the blessing.