Social Events
We enjoy many opportunities to get together for fellowship across the Benefice - in addition to the refreshments we usually share after our services. We look forward to welcoming you to an event soon - here are the current options:Anna Chaplaincy Events
Anna lunches and teas are open to all in their maturity but we also welcome anyone who would value the social interaction it affords. Revd Heather is the Anna Chaplain, assisted by Anna Friends Paul and Valerie, please see the Anna Chaplaincy page for more information.
Before the Ascension day service and picnic, Harpsden church will host a funeral at 11:00-12:00
Thursday May 29th 12:30 - HARPSDEN CHURCH - THE ASCENSION DAY WORSHIP AND PICNIC is in half term and it is for everyone. Children will be very welcome. It will be hosted by the Anna team.
Ascension Day Picnic… The worship is organised, the food is being planned ….prayers are wafting heavenwards for fine weather …so please bring a garden chair ….BUT most important have YOU let Revd Heather know you are coming ? Please if you have special dietary requirements bring your own picnic on this occasion, sorry. Please bring a chair to sit outside if the weather is suitable. Tea, coffee and squash will be available for everyone. Looking forward to seeing you.
Please let Revd Heather know by emailing her [email protected] or 07946352026.
The next Anna tea will be on Thursday the 19th June at 2.15pm at Dunsden. Please for catering purposes let Revd Heather know if you are coming on 07946353026, thank you.
Please also see the Community Lunch below.
Boys Brunches
Boys Brunches are hosted by Paul at Harpsden, usually every first Monday of the month, 10.30 am - 12 noon, and are for all mature gentlemen who may, or may not, have recently lost a loved one, live alone and would welcome company, like talking, or listening, or just want to chew the cud with a group of sympathetic blokes. Come and join us for tea/coffee and a bite to eat whilst putting the world to rights.
Please contact Paul for more information, email Paul by clicking here.
Calendar Related or Miscellaneous Events
These special events celebrate particular dates, items in the church calendar or season / nature.
Quiz Night
The Quiz Night at Harpsden Village Hall on Friday 11th April was a huge success and raised a fabulous £970, many thanks and a huge well done to all involved.
Gardening at Harpsden
Please join our Church Grounds Garden Grooming - see the poster for more information.
When – Sat 7th June 10a.m at Harpsden Church
Why – Many hands to make quick work of weeding, strimming, general tidying up.
What can I bring – your own gloves, strimmer if possible, trowels, long-handle secateurs etc.
We look forward to seeing you and thank you for helping.
Picnic
Please see the Picnic listed under Anna Chaplaincy events above.
Community Lunches
Community lunches are usually self-funded, and there is currently one planned:
There is a regular Harpsden Lunch at Badgemore Park - the next one is on Wednesday 2nd April. Everyone is welcome, from across the Benefice - but please let Hazel know if you would like to attend (or if you have any questions) by email on [email protected]
Our next community lunch is on the 12th of June at 1 pm at the White Horse in Emmer Green, please NOTE change of venue for this occasion. Please contact Revd Heather asap if you are interested as I need to preorder by the 2nd of June. I have menus. Thanks. 07946352026
Cuppa and Chat
All Saints ,Dunsden will be open every Wednesday afternoon (2.30-4.30) for a cuppa, cake, biscuits and chat. All are welcome. Should you like to bring along any unfinished crafts to finish yourself or need help to get them completed, we are here for you. Contact Yvonne by email for details.
Study and Prayer
While not solely social, like many of the other events listed here, we have several groups that share refreshments and fellowship alongside study and prayer. If this is of interest, please see below, as well as the Benefice Bible Study and Benefice Prayer Group pages.
David and Shelagh's Lent Group has now concluded and was a lovely way to enjoy fellowship and grow in understanding of God’s love and guidance in such a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. Many thanks to them both. Further study may come from it, more details to follow. Email David by clicking here.