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Dates for your DiariesEvery Monday Evening in Ashburton Town Hall – Yoga Classes see printed link for more details
Home CommunionIf you are used to receiving communion, but can no longer get to church because of ill-health or loss of mobility and would like to receive communion at home, please contact Rev’d Corynne Cooper (01364 631522) or Capt. David Swales (01822 890603). Lent 2006Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 1st. There will be a special service of Holy Communion for the United Benefice at 7.30pm in St Andrew’s Church, Ashburton, which will include the Imposition of Ashes for those who wish to participate. In the Moorland parishes there will also be a Lent Bible Study course running on Friday evenings and Prayer Breakfasts on Saturday mornings. See next month’s Link for full details. Lent Study GroupJesus once asked his disciples what people were saying about him, and then asked them: “And you, who do you say that I am?” This question will form the basis of a study group this year – an opportunity to explore what different people believe about Jesus. Come and see – you might be surprised. There will be two groups meeting at the Vicarage, Holne one on Thursday afternoons from 2.30 – 4.00pm, and one on Friday evenings from 7.30-9.00pm. The first meetings will be on 9th and 10th March and then weekly until 7th April. If you would like to join one of the groups, please contact Corynne on 01364 631522 Confirmation ClassesWe are hoping to run a Confirmation Group this year, possibly based in Postbridge. The date for Confirmations in this area is May 14th so we need to start classes as soon as possible. If you would like to consider Confirmation please contact Corynne 0n 01364 631522. THE TEAM EVANGELIST WRITES:TEACH ME THY WAY, O LORD Over the past few weeks, I have received a variety of prospectuses from both local colleges and universities offering the opportunity to enhance my learning. Some years ago I received one via the Internet which invited me to enrol in a three year degree course in Aboriginal dialects based in Alice Springs - Australia, some 12,000 Miles away. Obviously not a day course and too far - even for me!! As we grow older we are often reminded of how little we know or remember, despite since 1948 spending an average of 144,000 hours in the classroom during our schooldays. Through education and research the human race has achieved much that is to its credit, however it has also learnt the ways of destruction and inhumanity. The writer of Proverbs penned these words, “Teach the wise and they will become more wise” - Proverbs 9.9 Education in the more positive sense of the word brings both knowledge and stimulus to learn more about one’s own interests. This is often enhanced, when it is shared with others who have similar interests if not always the same viewpoint!! In the sharing of our experiences, we cannot only be challenged, but also enriched by the interactions. In this month of March and early April we find ourselves in the season of Lent. This season calls us to examine ourselves by drawing closer to God in penitence for our failings, but also to learn more about his love and the tasks he has given us to do in his name. Traditionally, Lent is seen as a time of abstinence and denial as we remember Jesus in the wilderness preparing for His ministry: However, for many the only denial is that of Lent itself. Lent has also often been likened to a journey, undertaken as a preparation for Holy Week and Easter. At the heart of the early Celtic Christian Tradition was the daily theme of journey and the learning about God on the way. A Celtic monk once told a group of pilgrims travelling to Rome that they would not find God unless they “took him” with them! How true that is, for it is in the experiences of travelling not just in the arrival at the destination that true insight comes. Whether in groups or as individuals let us use this holy season to prepare ourselves for all that God is preparing for us that we may not only learn His will for us, but also demonstrate His purpose to those around us. The task will not be easy but we do not do it in our own strength. As our Father has called us, so make us worthy of that calling. Peace be with you, David Parish Pastoral Contacts
St. Pancras ChurchWidecombe-in-the-MoorChurchWardens
Sidesmen’s Rota
Responsibilities of Sides-people (welcomers!) :-To arrive early; to welcome each person to the morning worship; select & hand out appropriate service books etc; take part in the Offertory collection with the Warden, and ensure all worship books are returned at the end of the service. If you are unable to do your Sidesman Duty where possible, please find a replacement for your day, or do a swap. Services at St. Pancras this month
Please respect the silence before the service so that others may have the opportunity to say their prayers & compose themselves before the service begins What's On In Widecombe this monthGRASS KEEP - FOR SALE BY TENDERThe following Lots are on offer in 2006 by Widecombe Fair Committee Co. Ltd. Lot 1: New Park (O.S. No. 7651) Pasture totalling 6.11 Acres Lot 2: Great Close (O.S. No. 6837) Pasture totalling 6.21 Acres Moor (O.S. No. 7732) Meadow/Pasture 0.30 Acres (O.S. No. 8342) 3.28 Acres Lot 2 total 9.79 Acres 100 kg. of compound fertilizer applied per acre on New Park and Great Close only. Stream water in both lots. Lot 1 (New Park/The Fairfield) can be grazed with cattle or sheep until 1 June 06. The field must then be cleared of stock and cut for hay or silage, to include a cut after 12 August 06 that is removed by 26 August 06. The field is then unavailable, except for purposes approved by Widecombe Fair Committee Co. Ltd., until 18 September 06 when it can be restocked and grazed with cattle until 1 December 06 or with sheep until 25 December 06. Lot 2 (Great Close) can be grazed with cattle or sheep until 26 August 06 or may be cut for hay or silage, to include a cut after 12 August 06 that is removed by 26 August 06. The field is then unavailable, except for Widecombe Fair purposes, until 18 September 06 when it can be restocked and grazed with cattle until 1 December 06 or with sheep until 25 December 06. Moor may be grazed with cattle Or sheep until 1 October 06 except between 26 August 06 and 18 September 06. Tender forms are available from The Secretary to the Widecombe Fair Committee, Torcroft, Widecombe-in-the-Moor, Newton Abbot TQ13 7TE (Tel. 01364 621430) together with further detailed conditions of sale. All tenders must be submitted in writing to The Secretary before 12 noon on Saturday 1 April 06 for consideration by the Widecombe Fair Committee. Both lots will then become available for use by the successful bidder(s) in the latter half of the week ending 15 April 2006. IS HOME OWNERSHIP JUST A DREAM?Are you in full-time employment and could afford to purchase a 3 bedroom house in the region of £100,000? If so we would ask youto contact us immediately – Housing Matters Group has secured land on which homes can be built and sold to qualifying local people. Priority will be given to applicants from the Primary Parish of Widecombe-in-the-Moor and there after consideration to applicants from the Parishes of Holne, Manaton and Buckland-in-the Moor. A. Those people currently living in the Parish of Provision (Widecombe) rural B. B. Parish adjacent to the Parish of provision and having done so for the last 5 years. Those who have lived in the Parish of Provision or a rural Parish adjacent to the Parish of provision for a period of 5 years but have moved away in the last 3 years. C. Those people who have strong local connections with the Parish of Provision or a rural Parish adjacent to the Parish of provision by virtue of, for example, upbringing or current employment. We cannot progress this scheme unless we can produce evidence of the need for these homes. For application forms and to register your interest in the first instance please contact: Martin Page, Housing Matters Group on 01736 793355 HELP US TO HELP YOU! Rainfall in WidecombeTotal rainfall for January was 42mm. The heaviest rainfall was on 13th and was 15mm. The Longest dry spell was 21st to 31st. Widecombe and District Ladies Social GroupWill meet on Thursday 9th March at 7.30pm. In the Church House for a Slide Show of:- Unusual Foreign Travels given by Mr Eddie Ellis. All welcome. Church House Management CommitteeFor all future bookings please contact Mrs. R. Mortimore 01364 631238. For all small repairs and maintenance please contact Gerry Wooton on 01364 621357. Rates of Hire £2.50 per hour or £12.00 per day for Local Residents. Evening Rate of Hire £3.00 per hour (cheques payable to Widecombe Church House Fund), and given to the Post Office. For other matters relating to the Church House please contact Mrs. D. Cameron 01364 621218. Widecombe & District Local History GroupMeetings for the Local History Group are held at the Church House in Widecombe on the 1st Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm. March 1st An insight into the activities of - The Dartmoor Trust and Archives Speaker - Natalie Gibbs April 5th Merrivale’s Archaeological Landscape. Speaker - Jane Marchand For more information call Tony Beard on 01364 621246 Widecombe & District Sports GroupThe court is being used well, so if you want to be sure of play please contact the Post Office to book on 01364 621220. For other information please ring Ann Claxton on 01364 621232 Or Claire Partridge on 01364 621468. Regular Bookings: Monday 7.30pm –9.00pm Netball Tuesday Adult Tennis (16+) 6.30 – 9.00pm. Contact Di Cameron on 01364 621218. Wednesday: Family Hockey 6.00 to 7.00pm will recommence in September. Saturday Family Tennis 2.00 – 4.00pm. Please leave the court tidy with the net replaced. Report any damage immediately. Close all gates and replace the keys. Thank you. Widecombe Baby & Toddler SocialWe are a small friendly and supportive group who meet every Friday morning (10.00am – 12.00 noon) at Leusdon Memorial Hall. We have plenty of stimulating toys for children from birth to 3 years of age. Come and have a chat and a cuppa while your child plays with others and learns social skills. Children 1 year and over £1.50 Babies £1.00. Cost includes squash. Please ring Shirley on 01364 631533 or Barbara on 01647 221321 for more info. Widecombe Pre-SchoolEnjoy some free time while your child plays and learns with others at this friendly, highly rated OFSTED inspected pre-school. They will be guided by our NNEB qualified supervisor and assistants. The pre-school is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Friday mornings (9.15am - 11.45am) operating from the Church House, Term times only. The cost is £4.00 per session. For information or to reserve your child a space phone Jo Druett on 01364 621465 or Mary Hadow on 01364 631390 Dunstone Methodist Chapelno news this month Poundsgate Methodist ChapelInvites you to join them at their service Sunday 5th March at 3 pm Led by Superintendent Minister Rev.Edgar Daniel St John the Baptist - LeusdonChurch Wardens
Services at St. John this month
No flowers during Lent What's on in Leusdon this monthElectoral RollThe Electoral Roll will be revised in time for the Annual Meeting on 5th April. Anyone who wishes to be included is invited to complete an application form available on the notice board in the church porch. LEUSDON CHURCH ORGANWork on the restoration of the organ is in progress with lots of interesting parts including the large pipes laid out in the nave. Unfortunately to maintain our insurance cover it is necessary for the church to be locked when unattended ChurchyardThe hedge between the lower churchyard and the adjoining field has become heavily overgrown. Within the next few weeks it will be cut down and made stock-proof, we hope then to be able to maintain a tidy appearance. We have a churchyard fund which is supported by donations and by an annual grant from Widecombe Parish Council. Leusdon Memorial Hall Alternative Mondays at 7.30 pmEVERYONE WELCOME COME AND ENJOY THE COMPANY. Badminton 6th & 29th March 3rd & 17th April Whist 13th & 20th March 10th & 24th April Short Mat Bowling ClubWe meet at Leusdon Memorial Hall every Friday from 7.30 – 10.00pm, and new members are always welcome. For more information ring: 01364 631327 or 01364 631245 Leusdon Memorial Hall - For HireThe hall can take up to 100 people for functions or events. There is a large, well equipped kitchen with plenty of worktop space. Parking is available for many vehicles. If you would like to book the hall or for more information please contact Margaret on 01364 631421. From EnaEna wishes to say thankyou to all her family and friends for making her 80th Birthday such a wonderful day. To have you all together was a joy and as a result of all your generosity I was able to send £250 to the Alzheimers research fund. Also thankyou for all of my lovely cards and flowers. River Rapids Youth TheatreREHEARSALS for this month at Leusdon Memorial Hall.
The Mystery Show reflects the diverse choices of the group. There will be music, songs, dances, sketches, a quiz and bingo if there is time - all the ideas of group members – just for your entertainment. Show Nights Friday 7th April and Saturday 8th April. Book your tickets for this special show by ringing 01364 631565 or send your order in with a group member. Adults £3 Children £2 Refreshments will be available in the interval. If you need any more information contact Gail Fursdon: 01364 631282 Try Something new: Scrabble Evening Leusdon Memorial HallSaturday 18th March 7 - 10 pm. Prompt start to explain rules! Please bring your own board If you have one, this may not be used. £1.50 per person to include tea or coffee. RAFFLE Getting low on chutneys? Leusdon Larder will be open. Queries and to register your interest tel: - Jill Davies 631322 Coffee Morning Wednesday 15th March.10 - 12 noon.We are hoping to hold these coffee mornings on a regular basis for the Memorial Hall Fund. We aim to have several stalls, So do come along and enjoy coffee and a good chat! |
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