Reverend. Lesley is happy to receive Application forms for schools that require a faith reference. Please hand them in to her at church or post to Reverend Lesley at ‘The Office at The Refectory’, St Anne’s Church, Wheatley Lane Road, Fence, BB12 9EE, to be received no later than Sunday October 29th, 2023 Please note that applications consider the church attendance* of parents (not their children) over the previous two years. E.g., If your child is in year 4, and you will be wanting to apply for a place at a church High School, parents must ensure they attend church regularly and have their attendance recorded by the appropriate people at each church. (St John’s - Doreen Whalley; St Anne’s - Clare Turnham) If you have a Pre-school child and you will be wanting to apply for a place at primary schools such as Wheatley Lane School or St Thomas’ Barrowford, parents must also ensure they attend church regularly and have their attendance recorded by the appropriate people at each church. (St John’s- Doreen Whalley; St Anne’s- Clare Turnham). *Church attendance includes Sunday’s main services; Pizza and Praise at St John’s; Friday Faith and Fun at St Anne’s. All services at both churches count as Reverend Lesley is the Vicar of both churches and writes the faith reference.
As we approach our Harvest this year, we continue to celebrate and give thanks for God’s blessing. In 2021, at our Harvest (26.9.21), we officially opened The Refectory. The old church hall had been transformed into a place of welcome for all, an extension of St Anne’s church with Jesus Christ to be in the centre of all that was to take place there. The Refectory has gone from strength to strength, and Jesus is indeed at the centre of all that takes place there. Events for St Annes and for our Benefice are held there. Recently we had our Celebration of Sport – you may recall that ‘sport for all’ was a motto in our country – ‘Jesus’ Love for all’ is our motto. This week we celebrate again, Pendle Borough Council came to inspect The Refectory and gave a 5 rating. Thank you Lord. Do come and visit us. All are welcome!
Thank you to all those who worked in the background, all those who came and helped run activities, and for all who took part. Our Friday Quiz was hosted by ‘Christians in Sport’, who are a charity doiung an amazing job, serving local churches spread the Good News of the Gospel to all who love sport, either as a participant or spectator. You can find out more about them by clicking the link, plus ways to donate if you wish. Donate | Christians in Sport Professional footballer, Oscar Threlkeld came on the Friday evening to share his testimony and witness how his faith grounds him in the world of football. On Saturday, the extremely hot weather did not deter our youngsters from participating in fun activities. Our Refectory was busy, as was the Refectory Garden with lots enjoying the BBQ. On Saturday the youngsters enjoyed listening to football stories from Oscar, asking questions about life in the football Leagues. On Sunday the weekend rounded off with a Celebration service in church, certificates were given out to the youngsters and prizes too. Lots of pictures were posted on St Anne’s fb page click the link to view a few.
