Dear friends,How can it possibly be Advent!!? And yet it is! That season of hopeful expectation and waiting. That season too of trying to pack a million things into a few days, preparing perhaps for visitors, or to be a visitor. Or perhaps it's a time where it's hard to get swept up into the busyness and where you'd rather sit infront of a warm fire with a good book. And then before we know it, it'll be Christmas and then the New Year!!We have plenty going on across the Benefice - something we hope for everyone, including Christingle, Carols round a tree, Advent music and so much more. Do please look at the Section 'Christmas Events 2025 and Road Closure' for everything that's going on.I hope that amidst the busyness of the season you can find time just to 'be'. For this Advent season, as we wait in expectation to celebrate the birth of the baby who changed the world, I pray that we will all know his peace, calm, hope and love. Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you would like a chat over a cup of tea. I'm always happy to pop round. In the meantime, may I wish you a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year when they come.BlessingsGillian
It is wonderful to finally be able to say hello, as Rector to this Benefice of East Dere Street. We had the most uplifting and joyful licensing service on Wednesday 17th September at Manfield Church, joined by the communities and congregations across the Benefice, as well as friends from Richmond, Leyburn and Bellerby, and local community representatives. A huge thank you to everyone who made it happen. I am now enjoying spending time with people across the Benefice, and in our primary schools. If you see me out and about please say hello and introduce yourself. If you fancy a chat over a cup of tea let me know, if you would like prayer, please let me know.My contact details are gillian.lunn@leeds.anglican.org 07592016476With many blessings,Rev'd Gillian
