<div>I have learnt today that I have been duly elected to serve on 'General Synod' It's quite a 'thing' for me and I'll do my very best.</div><div></div>What is General Synod?<span style="font-size: 1rem;">The General Synod is the national assembly of the Church of England. It came into being in 1970 under the Synodical Government Measure 1969, replacing an earlier body known as the Church Assembly.</span><div>The General Synod considers and approves legislation affecting the whole of the Church of England, formulates new forms of worship, debates matters of national and international importance, and approves the annual budget for the work of the Church at national level.</div><div></div>I would like to extend my thanks for the incredible support given by my clergy brothers and sisters. <div>Prayers appreciated for those who were and who were not elected.</div><div>Fr Alex</div>
Get in the Christmas spirit by coming along to our Christmas market on Saturday 2nd December at 11.30 am - 2.30 pm. There will be gift and craft stalls, as well as our ever popular cake stall. Refreshments will be served from our cafe and there will be fun children's activities.Independent stalls are available for £15 per stall. Please contact us via the website to apply for a stall, as these are limited and book quickly.We also need volunteers who can help out on the day. Please speak to Father Alex or Rev Kat if you can spare some time to support this event.Donations of gifts, chocolate, wine will be gratefully received at St Matthew's during October and November. Please drop these off to church at the usual service times.We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to this important fundraising event to raise money for our Church funds.Please spread the word and tell as many people as possible. Hope to see you there for some Christmas cheer!
