We are pleased to announce that the Larger Single Parish in Winwick Deanery will be known as: The Parish of Christ the Good Shepherd The name reflects the biblical image of Jesus as the Good Shepherd, bringing together themes of care, nurture, protection and sacrificial love. We are also delighted to share that The Revd Martin Cox has accepted nomination as Rector-Designate of the new parish. Please continue to pray for all involved as we move forward together in this new chapter of mission and ministry. 🙏🙏#ChristTheGoodShepherd #WinwickDeanery #ChurchTogether**Further information please click on the images and visit our Winwick Deanery website for updates on our LSP. http://winwickdeanery.org.uk/lsp/
St Oswald’s Church in Winwick is appealing to members of the community to fund repairs to the church hall roof and pipework – with an initial target set at £10,000.Independent ward councillor Stuart Mann, in support of the fundraiser, stressed the historical significance of the building.“This beautiful church needs our support more than ever.”The church, alongside its usual weekly services, holds events such as warm and welcome coffee mornings every other Thursday, which are open to all members of the community.Reverend Martin Cox appealed to members of the community to back the appeal and support the church.He said: “In previous years, members of St Oswald’s Church here in Winwick, with the help of the community, have spent many hours and much energy raising a considerable amount of money.“Some £300,000 was raised to repair the church roof to enable people to gather for worship and significant life events in the beautiful and historic sacred space.“As the church hall and the church are used by many different community groups and people, we are launching a crowdfunder so that members of the wider Winwick community and beyond can contribute to the cost of these essential repairs.“All funds received will go directly to St Oswald’s Church and its buildings. Thank you for your generosity as you help us to reach our target.”You can donate online via justgiving.com/page/stoswaldsrepairs or email stoswaldchurch4@gmail.comWarrington Guardian July 2026
Andrew Gower, James Webster, Graham Bennett, Dave Gleave and Liam Morson formed the band Gustaffson during lockdown.Andrew and James met as students at Great Sankey High School and tried their hand at making music together.They were later joined by their bandmates to round out the group and were invited to record their music at Elbow’s studio in Manchester.Two years ago, the band performed their first live show at St Oswald’s Church, which sold out.Now, they’ll be returning to the iconic venue as part of their tour around the UK this autumn."When we announced our UK Autumn tour 2026, we knew we had to return to Warrington,” said Andrew.“The town were myself and James dreamed of forming a band whilst at Great Sankey High School.“St Oswald's is the perfect backdrop for our music, and we are thrilled to start our tour inside these historic walls.”The band will perform at St Oswald’s Church on September 25, and tickets can be found via gustaffson.co.uk/tickets"We'll be playing music from the debut album and some brand-new tunes fresh from Blueprint Studios Manchester,” said Andrew.“Anyone who hasn't seen Gustaffson live before, make sure you get your tickets now as it sold out very quickly last time.“We have a one hell of a show for you guys."*Warrington Guardian 12th June 2026
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