Women’s Union  

Although many of our members would regard themselves as Senior Citizens, we generally have about 30 ladies at our meetings, whatever the weather. Our overall membership is increasing, and we keep in touch with those who are unwell or are now too frail to attend on a regular basis.

We have a mixed programme of speakers and ‘home-grown’ sessions, some on serious topics, some designed simply to entertain. We have also welcomed non-members to some of our meetings where appropriate. n keeping with the Objects of our organisation, a constant ingredient of each meeting is a simple act of worship, and, as usual, we had special services of Communion in Holy Week and on Ascension Day.

A highlight of our 2008 year was joining with the Rise Trust for our Carol Service, which saw our members eager to read and share the Christmas message with the many ‘guests’.

We do love parties! so we started the year with a party in the hall, and in the summer we were made welcome at the Rectory for tea in the garden. This year the weather beat us, so we were particularly grateful to Ann and Simon who welcomed us indoors.

Just to remind you: We meet on alternate Thursdays at 2.15pm in St. Paul’s Hall. Come and join us!