A big THANK YOU to the bell ringers who met to ring the bells to mark the significant moments during the period of mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Opened the windows yesterday to hear the bells before the funeral, I thought you had stopped at 10.40 but no, you rang some more marking the whole hour. Proud to have joined with towers across the nation in ringing the muffled bells from 10am. Extra thanks to Martin, Roger & Tim for managing the muffles. Much <a></a>appreciated and really added to the Woolsery experience of an historic day.
Evening Gathering Bring and Share Supper / Table TalkSunday 18 September 6.30pm to 8.30pm (events meant we extended the evening)This evening's get together was a good chance to catch up and chat, especially after all the events of the recent week which have been rather heavy. We started with a chance to chat then sing; Barbara shared one of 'Granfer's Bible stories in good old Devon dialect, and she and Val treated us to a humorous sketch followed by a thoughtful session with questions prompting discussion – followed by a bring and share supper. We held the one minutes silence in honour of Queen Elizabeth II at 8.00pm. After clearing up the crockery another session of singing took place, very light hearted. We finished with The Lost Words sung blessing and The Lord's my Shepherd. The next evening will be on Sunday October 18th, 6.30pm in Woolsery Chapel. All are welcome. (the photo with the empty chairs was when everyone moved for food!)This meet up is for all faiths; no faiths and those in between. Most sessions will be the second Sunday of the month but may be adjusted to fit in with other events. Keep an eye out for up-to-date details.
Gracious God, we give thanksfor the life of your servant Queen Elizabeth,for her faith and her dedication to duty.Bless our nation as we mourn her deathand may her example continue to inspire us;through Jesus Christ our Lord.Amen.A prayer on the death of Her Majesty The QueenThe church will be open daily as usual and offer a place to write your name and message of condolence. Also a place for prayer and to light a candle.
