We have recently purchase a CollecTin which allows us to take contactless donations. A special arrangement allows us to continue to receive an extra 25% from the tax man on cardless donations. If you prefer giving this way then please do so, alternatively if you prefer cash then please carry on giving as before.If you feel able to, then regular giving using the new Parish Giving Scheme is the easiest way for both you and the Church.To use contactless giving just touch a button on the screen that shows the amount you would like to give from £5 to £20. To give a different amount select the option at the bottom of the screen and enter how much you would like to donate. Then touch your card on the card reader at the top of the CollecTin.Occasionally your bank may require the card to be used in the card reader with your PIN; this is a security measure. If this is needed then lift the flap at the top of the device and insert your card in the top of the card reader, then enter your PIN. This is also the way to donate if your card isn't enabled for contactless use.If you need help then please ask a sidesperson or church warden.
We have joined the Parish Giving Scheme (at no cost to you or us) which considerably simplifies the way that we claim this money from there government and gets it to us much faster.Details will be sent out to existing givers this autumn and all regular donors are encouraged to move over to the new scheme. However it is open now and you can sign up. Just remember to cancel any existing standing order once you have received confirmation that the new payment has been set up.To join follow this link: https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/trawden-st-mary-the-virgin-colne/
Our vicar retired at Easter and we are now in the process of recruiting a replacement. This post will cover three churches - St Mary's, Christ Church Colne and St Michael's Foulridge; which together are known as a benefice.During the vacancy services will continue at St Mary's, normally weekly, and led by priests and lay people from the Diocese of Blackburn.If you would like to talk to someone about anything to do with St Mary's but especially baptisms, weddings or funerals, please contact one of the church wardens whose details are shown under the Get in Touch tab.Service times are advertised on the Trawden Parish Facebook site, on a banner on the church roadside wall and here.St Mary's are very grateful to the many people who have offered to help during this vacancy, including from our sister churches and the Diocese of Blackburn.
Our weekly letter helps us keep contact with people. The letter reminds us of God's love, care and protection, especially during challenging times. It lets folk know we are thinking of them. The letter includes photos and news so that people unable to attend church can still feel part of the community.
