CHARITY IN FOCUS
This month we will continue to focus our efforts on raising funds for the St Giles Centre, even though the work is now well under way. This is because when all the work is completed we will need to raise funds to purchase such items as new tables, new chairs, crockery, kitchen equipment etc. After all we’re going to have to have stuff to put in the new cupboards!
In addition to this I would very much like to continue our ongoing support of Fr. Biliam and his parishioners, so the proceeds of the July film evening will be given to Fr. Biliam.
I continue to be amazed and constantly grateful to the wonderful people of our Parish who give so generously for the life of our church. In particular this year’s fête was a stunning success and I am very grateful to Carol Fryer and our hard working team of volunteers who did so much to make the event successful. Over £7000.00 was raised in total and a very nice time was had by everyone.
Let us now 'Centre' our Efforts:We are on a mission to transform St. Giles Centre into a welcoming, fully accessible community space -From This:  To This:  Your support will help us create a space that everyone in our community can enjoy. Use our Just Giving Link to donate funds, or this QR code.  Donations can also be made by cheques made payable to St Giles PCC. and marked St Giles centre on the back. They can be left in the envelopes in the church porch, Bank transfers can be made to: Account No 50686212, Sort Code 20-14-33, A/c. name - Parochial Church Council of St Giles.  |
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Prayer for the Centre RefurbishmentAlmighty God, good Father to us all we thank you for your love and provision towards St Giles church over many years. We now offer to you the challenges that we face in terms of our Centre, we pray for a generous response to our appeals and that all that is required may be in place so that the light of your love and truth may be proclaimed in this place. This we ask in Jesus' name, Amen About St. Giles CentreSt Giles Centre has played an important part in the life of our church since its construction in the 1970s and 80s.Read More Social events, play groups, music lessons, film nights, bereavement support groups, PCC meetings, Sunday Schools, afternoon teas and fund-raising events have all taken place within its walls. In addition, it has been home to the Parish Office for over 10 years which has meant that the administrative centre of the parish has been at the heart of the village along with our church. Importantly since the closing and demolition of the public toilets the Centre has been the site of the only toilets in close proximity to the church. Now, with all the improvements safely in place the time has come to turn our attention to the refurbishment of the Centre. * A new roof across all rooms. * New toilets * A new kitchen * New flooring and lighting throughout. * Re-plastering and redecoration throughout * A new tarmac driveway * Solar power and gas supply. Having a good and attractive Centre will play an important part in the ongoing life and mission of St Giles. Thank you for your support. Matthew |
ABOUT ST. GILES CHURCH
The Next Chapter Begins
At last the clearing out of the St Giles Centre is finished and by the time you read this the renovations will have begun!
On Saturday 16th May a small group gathered and sorted the remaining things at the Centre that were either rubbish, recyclable, or could be donated to charity shops. The remainder was left outside of the Centre for a short while for passers-by to help themselves. To record the valiant effort, this small group gathered for a photo.
Well done guys!
Charity Film Nights:
Charity Film nights are held in the St. Giles Centre, normally on the last Thursday of each month.Film details can be found in the Parish Magazine.
