We know that our local community has a number of residents who are lonely or living alone, missing some friendly company and the chance to just have a coffee and chat. So each Thursday at 2pm, our 'Friendship Group' will meet at St. Giles. There's no obligation to stay for long, or feel you have to come to a Sunday service... but if you'd like to meet other local folk who are probably retired, maybe live alone or don't have much to occupy their days, then come along. <br>
Following storm damage 4 years ago, the PCC began investigating how best to restore the lovely Lychgate at St. Giles. Unfortunately the structure needs extensive repair (the result of many years 'wear & tear' as well as the storm), which will entail removing the roof, reinstating support beams and then replacing the timbers and slates. The stonework also requires masonry repairs, and the actual gates need a total overhaul.The work is going to cost about £30,000 and whilst we've raised a lot (about £23,000), we're still fundraising. We also hope to hear shortly about 2 grant applications. Our next fundraising event is our Christmas Fair on Sat 30 November... do come along if you can to the village hall in Little Torrington for Christmas refreshments and gift stalls. Any donation will be very gratefully received. Please contact Pat Grimwood-Taylor pat@grimwood-taylor.com if you would like to help.
Due to the recent retirement of our organist, our lovely organ at St. Giles isn't being played. Whilst we don't have a choir, the congregation love music and singing, and it would be wonderful to have our organ played. EVEN OCCASIONALLY! Do you play the piano? Maybe you would like to play the organ? We hold services with hymns on 1st & 3rd Sundays each month. Weddings and other celebratory events also take place throughout the year, so there's plenty of opportunities. You don't need to be an expert... our pipe organ is not large, but it has a lovely tone. It's an ideal opportunity for someone who loves music but can't play at home or wants to practise and come back to a past hobby. Please use the 'Get in Touch' link to contact us for more information.
