St Philips foodbank is in Urgent need of food donations They support family's and single people who are struggling. The cost of living crisis is really taking hold in that community. Both of our churches have collection boxes to receive your gifts. If you would like to donate to St Philips food bank they would be extremely grateful, Items they are asking for: Instant mashed potato, Tinned rice pudding/custard, Tinned vegetables, soup, Long-life fruit juice, Cereal Jars of jam/ honey/ peanut butter/ chocolate spread Jars of pasta sauce, Tinned meat, Hotdogs, Meatballs, Long-life milk Toilet rolls, Shampoo, toothbrush, and toothpaste Donations can be dropped off at St Philips centre. Leeds Rd Nelson on a Tuesday between 9 and 3pm, Wednesday 9-12pm and Thursday 9-12 St Philips Centre (formerly known as Grassroots) | Neighbourly
‘Friday Faith and Fun’ (St Anne’s) were joined by ‘Pizza and Praise’ (St John’s) for an end of term Summer Celebration
We tasted edible leaves and learned about the many plants that can be used for health benefits including soapwort, which can clean our hands. This was followed by a delicious lunch with entertainment by Josh Hindle and Matt Whitely. Mothers’ Union is open to all, whether male, female, mother or not. It is a charity that supports family life. Please speak to Reverend Lesley (or Pam Barton or Jenny Yerkess at St Anne’s) if you would like further information or to join.
We enjoyed a glass of fizz and tucked into strawberries, shortcake and clotted cream as we tackled some moral ethical case studies! Our next meeting is Wednesday 6th September, as we take a break for summer.But those who drink the water I give will never be thirsty again. It becomes a fresh, bubbling spring within them, giving them eternal life.’ John 4: 14
