In October this year our Minister, Revd Ruth Dillon, together with Bee Griffiths, made their second trip to Palani Mission in Tamil Nadu, this time accompanied by Val Cox. A report on their visit is now available by clicking on the button below: You can also read more about their life-changing experiences and see their […]
We are excited to share these photos from the first meeting of the new medical clinic held in Puliampatty yesterday. This free clinic has been funded for one year by the Friends of Palani Mission following Ruth, Bee and Val’s recent trip, and will give out eye drops, vitamins, dressings, pain killers, creams and injections. […]
Those who braved the wind and rain to come to our Annual Craft Fair today were in for a treat. Here are just some of the beautiful crafts and gifts that were on sale. Such talent! Wonderful home-made refreshments too were much appreciated too. Save the date for next year’s Fair – Saturday 7th […]
In August some of us enjoyed a great day out on the Basingstoke Canal, travelling from Colt Hill Wharf, Odiham, to Winchfield Wharf and return. We travelled on Dawn, the Accessible Boating Association’s day boat, which is able to accommodate wheelchairs. A big ‘thank you’ to members of Farnborough Rotary Club, who introduced us to […]
Saturday 21st September was a beautifully sunny day, and just right for our Fun Day. We had hoopla, throw the bean bag, jenga, butterfly painting, treasure hunts, and lots of fun activities. There was also tea, cake, biscuits, and Saju’s wonderful onion bhajees. This was all followed by nearly an hour of entertainment, with piano […]
The Friends of Palani Mission decided that they needed a logo to represent them – one that was simple and colourful, yet reflected the aims of the group and could be easily reproduced on fundraising materials. They ran a competition to design the log, and this was open to all young people affiliated to our […]
Congratulations to Mrs Anne Anderson and Mrs Moira Banfield, who were received into membership at our church during morning service on 21st July. Anne has transferred her membership from Parkgate and Neston URC on the Wirral, and Moira from St Paul’s URC in South Croydon. Both have given many years of service at their previous […]
Cameron Booker, Moira and John Johnstone’s grandson, has been cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise money for research into MS and to support sufferers and their carers. This is part of the ‘Bike the UK for MS’ initiative. You can follow Cameron’s progress on his blog: Land’s End to John O’Groats Adventure. […]
Warmest congratulations to Elizabeth and Colin McClune, who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary sharing cake and coffee with the congregation following Sunday’s morning service.
On Saturday 8th June young people from across Wessex Synod met at our church to explore through Lego how everything fits together in God’s plan. Everyone enjoyed a great day of fun and friendship, with a mix of Bible, Lego and Creative activities.
