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.
In July there is NO community lunch but an Anna tea on the 17th, at 2.15 in Dunsden church … please do let Revd Heather know if you would like to be part of our summer tea party. 07946352026. Thank you.
Having had our lunch in June, the community lunch relaunches in September - please see the Community Lunch section below.
Any questions, please contact Revd Heather on [email protected] or 07946352026.
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.
Ascension Day Picnic
The service and picnic was a great success, a write up can be found on the News and Notices page.
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 POSTPONED UNTIL SATURDAY 14TH
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.
Community Choir Concert
Shiplake Community Choir's summer concert will take place at Dunsden Church at 4pm on Sunday 29th June. It's a free event which will last about 50 minutes and all are welcome - there will even be tea and cake after the concert. The programme includes a wonderful medley of Beatles songs, Coldplay's Viva la Vida, 'A thousand years' from the Twilight films and songs by Carly Simon, Robbie Williams, John Denver and more. There is plenty of parking! We would love to see you there - do come and join us!
Community Lunches
The two types of Community lunches are usually self-funded:
There is a regular Harpsden Lunch at Badgemore Park. 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]
Having had our lunch in June, the monthly Community Lunch organised by Revd Heather relaunches in September. Details will be publicised near the time. Any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Revd Heather or the Anna team.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.