Our newsletter is a great way to keep up-to-date with all our news. This month Mike reflects on being a people of peace in our current political climate. There's news of upcoming events, including Messy Church, and the All Saints' Dramatic Society's panto (oh yes there is!), as well as other dates for your diary through to Christmas. Find out about the amazing story-telling project 'Open the Book' and how to get involved. There are also updates about our children's work, our uniformed groups, and others.
The demand for food packs has continued to grow in these challenging times. If you can donate, it would be much appreciated and you can leave items in the basket at the back of church or direct to Immanuel United Reformed Church. _____________________________________________The following items are always needed: Beverages: tea bags, coffee, milk (UHT or powdered), fruit juice (long life), fruit squash.Tinned food: fruit, soup, tomatoes, vegetables, custard, potatoes, meat/fish, sponge puddings, rice.Other: cereal, pasta-sauces, jellies, dried rice, instant mash potato, biscuits or snack bars, sugar, instant whips/Angel Delight, toiletries.For items needed this week and other information go to the Southbourne Food Bank Facebook page._____________________________________________Please bear in mind the following guidelines when donating:We can accept most food in jars, cans and packets (non-perishable) that are in date.We cannot accept fresh fruit or vegetables.Please make sure that the ‘use by’ date is at least 3 months ahead.