Rev'd Philip Ringer - Lyn Valley Mission Community Statement Dear friends,I write with some very sad news that The Rev'd Philip Ringer, who served as Vicar of Lyn Valley between 1996-2003 has died.Phillip was a much loved and very popular vicar. An ex-police officer, he was dedicated to this community and its people and to sharing the good news of Jesus in it. Philip was involved in many parts of our community from the schools to the elderly and I know that many of you will have fond memories of him.As we grieve his loss, we hold Philip's family and his friends in our prayers. We also give thanks for hir life, and for her faithful service as a servant and shepherd of God’s people.‘I am the resurrection and the life,’ says the Lord. ‘Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.’ (John 11.25–26)May he rest in the peace of Christ, and rise in glory.Rev'd MilesRev'd Philip Ringer - Statement From Family It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Philip Ringer, our beloved husband, dad and grandad, who passed away peacefully on Saturday night.He was a devoted family man and a much-loved part of the Bridport community. Many will remember his nightly 9pm ‘Tonight in Bridport’ Facebook posts, sharing words of faith alongside a lit candle, which may feel a meaningful way to remember him, should you wish to light one.As a family, we are heartbroken and so proud of the life he lived and the kindness he showed to others.Thank you for the love and support already shown to us. We kindly ask for privacy at this difficult time and will share further details in due course.With love, prayers and blessings,Christine, Paul, Mel, Alex and Molly
You can watch the service being live streamed on Youtube at 2.30pm.You can watch the installation of Dame Sarah Mullally as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, in a live stream on Youtube at 2.30pm.https://www.archbishopofcanterbury.org/watch-installation-archbishop-canterbury-live
Rev Miles:- “We are going to be launching an exciting new service once a month after Easter this year - Bubble Church!Bubble Church is a Sunday church service especially for babies, toddlers, and young families. It includes action songs, a Bible story, puppets and a simple activity. Bubble Church lasts around 30 minutes and is a service where we worship, learn about Jesus and develop our Christian faith. It’s not a way into church - it is church!I would encourage you all to watch the webinar recording on YouTube below to find out all about Bubble Church. We need a small team of volunteers to help run the service. If you feel you could be a core volunteer, or offer time to help to welcome, serve refreshments, or set up please do contact me. The exact Sunday and time TBC.”40-min webinar YouTube link:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wDiky7Xu-mk
Dear all,I write to you with some sad news. The Rev'd Jean Loveday, who served in this Mission Community, died earlier this week. I'm sure many of you will have fond memories of her and her time with us. As we mourn, pray for her family and friends, and give thanks for her life, we also give thanks for her ministry here as a servant and shepherd to Gods flock.‘I am the resurrection and the life,’ says the Lord. ‘Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die.’ - John 11.25,26Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. - Matthew 5.4May she rest in the peace of Christ.Rev'd Miles Welborn, Rector of Lyn Valley Mission Community PhotoJean is presented with a bouquet in recognition of her service to Lyn Churches, Plough Sunday, January 2020.
