At the Patronal Service at St James‘ Church, Acton Trussell on 27th July 2025, on the occasion of his 90th birthday and to recognise his decades of devoted service to St James’ Church, a certificate was presented to Len Bates BEM. This recorded that Leonard Arthur Bates BEM is granted the title Church Warden Emeritus of St James’ Church, Acton Trussell. The congregation along with Len, Rev Delphine Howarth and Rev Dr David Primrose celebrated with cakes and refreshments after the service.
Our next session of Messy Church is on Friday 8th August starting at 2pm until 4pm at St James’ Church Lower Penkridge Road, Acton Trussell ST17 0RJ.We’ll be thinking about picnics on the beach- sounds good, so book your place very soon (details on the flyer). Best to wear play clothes as we hope to be outside part of the time. As usual children to be accompanied by an adult and grandparents are especially welcome as it is a working day for some.Here’s to a fun session with picnic snacks at the end- hope to see you on Friday 8th Aug.
You are invited to the St James Patronal Service, Acton Trussell on Sunday 27th July at 6.30pm.Rev Delphine will be preaching with Rev Dr David Primrose leading the service.All are welcome to enjoy wine, cake, nibbles and a chat after this special service.
