Dear Friends,We are all saddened by the death of our dear Queen. She was a wonderful woman, who led and served our country so well all her life. Her faith in Jesus as her Saviour and Lord was a model to us all and as she said, she looked to Him for guidance and strength.At this sad time all of our churches are open as usual and available for you to come and pray, reflect and light a candle.There are books of condolence all around the diocese and the one in the Onny Camlad Benefice is at St Nicholas’, Churchstoke. St Nicholas’ will be open Saturday until 5pm and on Sunday. There is also a book of condolence at St John the Baptist Church, Bishops Castle.
During Holy Week three crosses will be erected on Ratchup Hill, Ratlinghope. There will then be a service of reflection at 12 noon on Good Friday to commemorate the events of the day when Jesus died on the cross. Everyone is welcome to join us for this whole Benefice (and beyond) service.Experience a view of Ratlinghope and beyond that you would not normally see (by kind permission of Mr Matt Sankey).We will meet at the Bridges car park at 11.30am ready for a walk up the Hill. Transport will be available if you don't think you can manage the walk.Following the service some of us are planning to gather at the Bridges Pub for lunch.To book transport or lunch please email admin@onnycamlad.co.uk or call 01588 650580 by late Wednesday 13th April. This is so we can make the necessary arrangements in advance.
The main Family Service in the ‘English Parishes’, for Mothering Sunday, is going to be at Ratlinghope this year. We are preparing a family-friendly service with input from as many people as possible – young and older (and old). All of us who have, or had, mothers, and people who cared for us, (at least in our younger years) are going to thank them and give thanks for them.The usual posies will be at the service, and refreshments after the service.Please put this date in your diary. Thanks.
