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Last June over 1000 letters were sent out to those on the existing Parish Census. Under new regulations for storing of personal information, permission from the individuals concerned must be sought. Many have replied. These replies form the basis on our new up to date List. If you have not completed one of these forms, please take one from the back of the church, complete it and return it to the Parish Office as soon as possible.

Thank you for your kind co-operation.

Giver of Life,
Who hears the cries from Yemen;
of mothers choosing between medicine or food,
of parents grieving children lost to starvation,
of those who have given up everything in hunger.
Hear our cries for hope, for change, for peace
In your mercy,
Break political deadlocks,
Soften hardened hearts,
Change closed minds,
Open unhearing ears.
Let people come before power
Let life be holy again
Let your justice and peace
Shape the nation of Yemen
And the lives of all people
Amen

Over the last few months numerous sets of hall keys have been lent to different parishioners. If you have a set, please return them to the parish office as soon as possible.

We have had a spate of break-ins in the church complex. Last week Molly had her bag stolen from the lower sacristy. It is important that we are all security conscious especially with regards to door that should be locked when not in use.

If you see anyone acting suspiciously please let Fr Peter know. Thank you.

There will be two categories - one local charity and the other overseas. The timeline for applying and consideration of potential charites is:

Sunday 27th January - application forms will be available
Sunday 10th February - project applications submitted to the Pastoral Council for consideration
Sunday 17th February - presentation to Parish by the 4 shortlisted charities after the 10.30am
Sunday 24th February - announcement of selected charities