Welcome to our first season of give what you can concerts supporting the parish churches of St Mary the Virgin, Shipton-under-Wychwood and St Simon and St Jude, Milton-under Wychwood. Our beautiful buildings not only reflect the heritage of our villages but the history of our country. Built to the glory of God, these magnificent places of worship have been spaces for community and hospitality for centuries. They now rely on the general public to keep them in good shape as we receive no national funding. Music is a diverse but universal language that unites people across all divides. It has been shown to touch people with dementia, soothe those in distress and provide connection in sports stadiums and places of worship alike, spanning all generations around the world. What better place to enjoy the rich variety of music than these beautiful spaces. Shipton and Milton Churches warmly thank their sponsor, Young Artists’ Platform, for making these concerts possible and for supporting musical talent in our community. We are also grateful to our musicians and supporters, whose generosity helps keep our churches open to visitors and worshippers alike. Please feel free to visit us again or join us for worship. Visit our website for more information at: achurchnearyou.com/wychwood-benefice We hope this programme will provide something for everyone. Please give generously and spread the word.