The characters in the Christmas story have each decided to visit one of the shops in Station Road, Hadfield and you have to find out who they are by visiting each shop and asking the name of their character. Write the names down next to each shop and character on the printed sheet. When you have completed your list, bring it along to any of the churches listed below on or after 18th December (opening times as listed on the sheet). If you have got all the names right you will receive a prize. Printed copies are available at the back of church, from the other local churches, D&D's Newspapers and also from reception at St Andrew's Junior School. Alternatively you can download a copy to print at home. * Carmel Church, Station Road, Hadfield, Glossop, SK13 1AJ* Hadfield Methodist Church, 99 Station Road, Hadfield, Glossop, SK13 1AR* Padfield Congregational Chapel, Temple Street, Padfield, Glossop, SK13 1EL* St Andrew's Church, Church Street, Hadfield, Glossop, SK13 2AD* St Charles Boromeo Church, Woolley Bridge Road, Hadfield, SK13 1PQ (also accessible from Carriage Drive)Please note that some of the shops might be quite busy so be polite and wait your turn until you can talk to one of the staff. Also, some shops are closed on particular days of the week.Organised by Hadfield and Padfield Churches Together.
Liz Kearslake, Glossopdale Foodbank Manager writes:"To the Congregation of Hadfield St Andrew's Church,I am writing on behalf of Glossopdale Foodbank to thank you for your generous Harvest Festival food donations, and the donation of £20 from your collection.We are so grateful to receive harvest donations as they help us to prepare for our busiest time of year. Every year, we see an increased demand for our service as the weather gets colder, and people face higher household expenses. In October alone, we provided over1375 meals to people in financial hardship in Glossop and the surrounding areas.At Glossopdale Foodbank we rely on the donations from our local community, which allow us to make up parcels for families and individuals who are struggling with food poverty. Everyone that receives help from our Foodbank collects parcels made up with a variety of food items that are designed to feed their household for at least three days. We also work with people who are homeless or in temporary accommodation, ensuring that they have access to food support.Please pass on our sincere thanks to everyone in your congregation who contributed to your Harvest Collections and to those that organised and facilitated the collection."
Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for St Andrew's Church, Hadfield with easyfundraising? There are over 8,000 retailers on board ready to make a donation – including eBay, Argos, John Lewis & Partners, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S – and it won’t cost you a penny extra to help us raise funds. All you need to do is: 1. Go to https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/standrewschurchhadfield/ and join for free. 2. Every time you shop online, go to easyfundraising first to find the site you want and start shopping. 3. After you’ve checked out, the retailer will make a donation to St Andrew's Church - Hadfield at no extra cost to you whatsoever! There are no catches or hidden charges and St Andrew's Church - Hadfield will be really grateful for your donations. So far our 19 supporters have raised over £380 for church, so every penny helps. And now you can also get in-store donations:1. Get the appDownload the app from the Apple store on your iPhone, or from the Play store for your Android.2. Add your bank card(s) to your appWithin the app, select 'In-store' from the bottom of the screen, then follow the on-screen instructions to add a card(s).3. Shop in person at participating storesPay using your card or Apple/Google Pay, and you'll raise free donations for your cause.Thank you for your support.
The charity Networks Romania is organising Christmas Shoeboxes for children living in extreme poverty in Romania. Anne Roberts writes "A huge thank you to everyone who contributed filled Shoe Boxes, donations of goodies to put in boxes, cuddly toys, toiletries etc. I will be taking 13 boxes over to Sheffield. It’s lively to think that the children Roo worked with will be receiving your lovely gifts. She is delighted. Thanks Anne"
