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Framland Focus

July 2010

 

Contents

 

Advance Notices

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 Concert (Help the Heroes and Army

Benevolent Fund)

 

Regular slots

·         Music

 

Activities

 

  

 

Launde Abbey

 


Christian Resource Centre – Nottingham

We are pleased to report that the “Wesley Owen Store” at 8 Castle Gate, Nottingham is now the new Christian Resource Centre “Living Oasis” on the same site.

This store will be a place that serves both the Church and the Community effectively, and to do that, we need to know what the churches want.

We would love to meet up with you, or a representative from your church, for a coffee, our treat, just to say “hello” and to simply find out what you would like from a Christian resource centre, and how best we can serve you.

Please feel free to contact me via email: Nottingham@livingoasis.co.uk    phone: 0115:9501919, or facebook ‘Living Oasis Nottingham’.

We look forward to hearing  from you soon,

Every blessing

Sue Barrett – Manager.

 

Rev Dr Mark Smith – Team Rector Belvoir Team

 

On 28th June at St. Mary The Virgin Church, Bottesford, we were able to formally and warmly welcome Rev Dr. Mark Smith as Team Rector to the Belvoir Team, with particular emphasis on St. Mary The Virgin Church Bottesford and the local Schools.

 

The weather held for us, and after the service refreshments were served in the Marquee in the grounds of St Mary’s Church Bottesford.  This gave us the opportunity to meet Mark and his family in an informal setting, but it also gave us the opportunity to meet members of the Clergy and Laity that we do not get to meet that often.

 

There was a very warm and friendly atmosphere, with everyone looking forward to working with Mark and Lisa in the Belvoir Team, but in particular in Bottesford.   

 

Kath Marriott, one of our younger and newest members of the PCC Says     Parishioners of St Mary's Bottesford were delighted to host the licensing service of Rev Dr Mark Smith on Monday 28th June.

The church was packed with Christians from throughout the vale of Belvoir - As Team Rector, Mark is the Rector of not only St Mary's Bottesford but also the eight other parishes in the benefice.
It was a beautiful service not only licensing Mark, but also welcoming him and his family Lisa, Aidan and Hannah to Leicestershire. The welcoming words of Churches together in Bottesford as well as local community leaders (head teachers, councillors and local police) really brought to life the happiness that surrounded the occasion. 

As a new member of the PCC at St Mary's and having not had the opportunity to attend a licensing service before, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and found it a very emotional occasion. It really brought home to me the enormous dedication and commitment that our clergy provide to their communities and the impact that they can have on village and rural life. 

I look forward to working with Mark in the future and supporting him in his vision for the Benefice. I pray that he will have a long and happy association with us”.      

 

The children in the congregation presented Mark with a small present, with flowers for Lisa, and presents for Aidan and Hannah.

 

On Sunday at his first service, Mark’s sermon spoke of his vows that he had taken, and what they meant in liturgical terms.  Which was interesting as too many of us they were probably just words?

He also renewed those vows in front of the members in the congregation.

Mark and his family (wife Lisa, and Children Aidan (8) and Hannah (4), moved  into The Rectory during the half term weekend, it was good to see them at various village events, the summer fair and the scarecrow festival prior to his licensing.   In his reply to the welcome given by the members of the benefice, laity, parish council and others, he spoke of how deeply they have been touched by the warm welcome they have received.

We welcome Mark and his family and wish them well on this new journey of life.

 

The Rev’d Martin Dale

 

The Bishop announces that the Reverend Martin Dale, Priest in Charge of the Upper Wreake Benefice (Frisby, Hoby, Rotherby, Ragdale, Brooksby, Kirby Bellars has been appointed as Vicar of the East Marshland Benefice (Terrington ST John, Tilney All Saints, Tilney St Lawrence, Wiggenhall St Germans, Wiggenhall St Mary Magdalene) in the Diocese of Ely.  The announcement will be made on Sunday 11 July 2010.  Martin will be licensed at a service to be held at Wiggenhall St Mary Magdalene on 5 October 2010 at 7.30 pm.

 

Advance Notices:

IN AID OF

THE ARMY BENEVOLENT FUND

AND HELP FOR HEROES

 

THE SOUTH NOTTS HUSSARS BAND

 

BELVOIR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

 

PIPPA STUBBS AND FRIENDS

 

WILL PERFORM A MUSICAL EVENING AT

 

ST. MARY’S CHURCH BOTTESFORD

ON

SATURDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER 2010

AT 7.00p.m.

 

SPONSORED BY BOTTESFORD CONSERVATIVES

 

LATE - SUMMER

MUSICAL EVENING AT

St. MARY’S CHURCH

BOTTESFORD

 

Tickets £10 & £7.50 From:

 

James Lee 01949 842406

Martyn Stubbs 01949 843040

David Wright 01949 842610

Pru Chandler 01949 842355

 

Please join us and support this event.

 

Regular Slots

 

Ironstone Family of Churches

Waltham

 

Ironstone Villages Family of Churches

 Holiday Club 2010 - Rocky's Plaice Mon 26-Wed 28 July

Waltham/Scalford Village Hall 1-3pm

For children age 0-11, holiday club this year is set in a fish and chip restaurant called Rocky’s Plaice. Through games, stories, and crafts we will be finding out about what it means to be part of God’s church family.

Why not join us for our ‘launch’ family services:

Scalford Church 18 July 4pm or

Waltham Church 25 July 10.30am  

To book your plaice @ Rocky’s, please contact:

Chris Alexander 01664 464802 or Penny Jackson 01664 444293

 

 Churches Together in Melton Mowbray

 

This monthly Churches Together in Melton Mowbray (CTIMM) Events Diary, is distributed with all member churches own notices. CTIMM events are printed in bold. Other events are hosted and/or supported by individual member churches, to which everyone is warmly invited.

Every Tuesday - COFFEE MORNINGS  

9.30 To 11.30 am at the United Reformed Church.   10.00 To 11.15 am at Sage Cross Methodist Church.

Every Tuesday - REFRESHMENTS & PRAYER   10.00 To 12.00 noon at St John the Baptist RC Church, Thorpe End. Refreshments available until 10.45 am, followed by a period of quiet prayer until noon.

 

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11:00 am at Sage Cross Methodist Church with refreshments served from 10:30 am. The service lasts about 25 minutes, offering a quiet space in the busyness of people's lives. On the first Friday of each month the Shoppers Service is followed by a Community lunch at 12.00 noon.  

 Every Tuesday Refreshments and Prayer 10.00 to 12.00 noon at St John the Baptist RC Church, Thorpe End.    Refreshments available until 10.45 am.    Followed by a period of quiet prayer until noon.

 

For further information about CTIMM, please contact the Moderators for 2009/10, Carol Ellis on 01664 567371 or Catherine Shenton on 01664 850422, or email: c.a.shenton@ntlworld.com   to place a notice in the Events Diary, please contact Mark Twittey on 857997, or e-mail:  mark@twittey.net  

 

Mother’s Union

MOTHERS’ UNION Melton Mowbray visit to Asfordby Church on Friday 20th August at 2pm, service followed by tea & cakes at £2.50 each. If you would like to join us, please contact Janet Larder on: 01664 569245.

Bottesford Methodist Chapel    

 

Lite Bite Lunches are held at the Bottesford Methodist Chapel,

Devon Lane
, on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 12 a.m. It is also held on any fifth Wednesday of the month.   Choice of soups and puddings for £1.75!  Fellowship and a Chat.

 

Long Clawson - St. Remigius Church 

 

St. Remigius- Quiet Hour     10.00 a.m. -a time to think, pray, remember, meditate, and followed at 11.00 by coffee and a time to chat.    (Every 4th Wednesday of the month)

 

Long Clawson Men's Breakfasts resume on September 18th at the Deli on the Sands.  8-30-9-30a.m.   Book your place with Eric on 01664 822140 or Glen on01664 822854. Good breakfast thought provoking guests.  Run by Clawson Christians Together.

 

Long Clawson Christian’s Together

 

Fourth Sunday Event- with Clawson Christians Together

August 22nd.      3-00p.m.     Methodist Chapel School hall.     An interactive afternoon for all the family followed by tea.

 

 

 

St. John’s   Church - Muston

Coffee Mornings.                                                               

  Coffee, Chat and Fellowship and Bring and Buy Stall.  – Every Tuesday in the Old School, Muston.  10.30am – 12.00noon.  Everyone Welcome.

 

Family Service    Led by Peter Daniel.    Is held every 2nd Sunday in the Month at 10.30am.     It is a new informal and friendly service for all your family young and old alike.   Why not join us? We would be pleased to see you.

Coffee and Biscuits are served after the service.

 

Edmondthorpe Church

 

Prayer Meeting.     St Michael’s and All Angels at 5.30pm every Tuesday.

 

Sproxton

Sproxton Cell Group meets weekly.  Please contact Nick or Margaret Cooke (01476 860745) for details.                            

 

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www.framlandmissionpartnership.com  Framland Focus is also available on line at this address.

Music

The Nicholas Branston Foundation at Oakham School:  Music Course

Monday 16th August to Friday 20th August.

Venue:  Oakham School.   

Andrew Gourlay, assistant conductor of the Halle Orchestra will be directing the orchestra.

Graham Ross, Director of Music at Clare College, Cambridge will be leading the choir. 

In memory of Nic Branston, a French Horn player, who was killed in a car accident just after completing his education at the Royal College of Music.

This event will be led by his friends who are now highly respected performers and teachers.

Graham Ross will also be writing a special piece  for the combined forces of the choir and orchestra. Full details can be found at www.nbmusiccourses.org

Stonesby Methodist Church

 

 Saturday 11th September 7-30pm

Concert

Melton Mowbray Male Voice Choir

 

 Welby Church

 

Sunday 19th September  3-00pm

Harvest Evensong

The Cantare Choir

 

 Wartnaby Church

 

Friday 1st October 7-00pm

Harvest Festival

The Cantare Choir

 

 

Scalford Methodist Church

 

Saturday 9th October 7-00pm

Concert

Ian Toon -Organ with

The Cantare Choir

Cathedral Organ Recital series begins

Leicester Cathedral’s series of Summer Organ Recitals begins on Tuesday 6th July at 8.00pm with a recital by David Titterington, Head of Organ Studies at the Royal Academy of Music. He will be performing a wide range of pieces, including music by Elgar and Vierne.

Tickets for this celebrity recital cost £10, accompanied under-14s free.

Earlier in the day, from 2.00-5.00pm he will be giving a masterclass to six young organists – there is a £5 charge for observers, payable on the door.

Parking is available at the St Nicholas NCP Car Park next to the Holiday Inn on

St Nicholas Circle
.

Further recitals then take place each Tuesday at 8.00pm throughout July and August, plus a special performance on 28 September, featuring BBC Radio 2’s Nigel Ogden accompanying the silent film ‘Nosferatu’ (1922).

Cantare Choir

 

“Cantare” Choir Leicestershire.   Musical Director:   Ian Toon.    Choir meets on Friday evenings at Scalford Methodist Church.    Singing a selection of secular and religious songs.   The choir can be booked by calling the Secretary Simon Bracewell on 07970 409969 or by email:  cantare@live.co.uk.

 

 

Sunday 19th September 

3-00pm

Welby Church

Harvest Evensong

The Cantare Choir

 

 

Friday 1st October 7-00pm

Wartnaby Church

Harvest Festival

The Cantare Choir

 

 

Saturday 9th October 7-00pm

Scalford Methodist Church

Concert

Ian Toon -Organ with

The Cantare Choir

Melton Mowbray   Male Voice Choir

 Songs for all Occasions.

Charity Concerts

 Special Events

All Enquiries to The Choir Secretary:  Mr. J. Sutton,

 

26 Ribble Way
, Melton Mowbray. LE13 0HG Telephone: 01664 561020

 

 

St. Mary’s Church, Melton Mowbray   Lunchtime Organ Recitals.  

Commence 1.10pm.   Admission is Free.

 July 27th – Anthony Philpott.   All Saints, High Wycombe

August 10th – Kevin Slingsby.  Director of Music, Oakham Parish Church

Refreshments Available.  

Retiring Collection in aid of the Church Organ Fund. 

St. Mary's Church Melton Mowbray

CONCERT - ODDFELLOWS BRASS (LEICESTER)

 Saturday, 21st August.   7:30pm.   Tickets:  £6.   Available in advance at the Parish Office or on the evening at the Door. This is to commemorate the Oddfellows Bi-Centenary.

 

 

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Activities:

Dove Cottage Hospice

 

Barbecue

 

Friday 6th August.  6.30pm – 9.30pm.

A warm friendly and fun social evening set in our beautiful gardens.   Enjoy a two course Supper.  £7.50, book in advance.

 

Auction

 

Saturday 18th September.  This is the second of our two annual auctions.  Viewing at 12.00 noon.  Bidding commences promptly at 1.30pm.

Please clear out your sheds, attics and garages to help raise funds for the hospice.  Come along and bid.   We always have a range of interesting lots including house wares, small items of furniture.  Items accepted during the week prior to the auction.

 

Bacon Butties and refreshments are served throughout.

 

For further details contact Dove Cottage,

Canal Lane
, Stathern, Melton Mowbray, Leics. LE14 4EX.  Tel: 01949 860303, e mail: office@dovecottage.org  or www.dovecottage.org

 

Why not visit our:   Dove Cottage Tea Rooms – Canal Lane Stathern. 

 

Open Daily - Charity Shop also available upstairs.   Monday to Friday 10.30am – 4.00pm.    Saturday/Sunday 10.30am – 4.30pm.     Menu varied including soup and a roll, sandwiches, Panini’s, afternoon teas and ranges from £1.00 to £5.00.   All profits go to Dove Cottage Day Hospice.   NB: Charity Shop is not open on Sunday.

 

Wyfordby Church

 

Annual Summer Fete

 

Saturday, August 7th.   From 2.00pm.    Various stalls including:    games, refreshments, tombola, raffle, music in church and much more.

Wyfordby is 3 miles east of Melton Mowbray, just off the

B676 Saxby Road
.

 

Churches Together in Melton Mowbray. 

 

The Baptist Church welcomes John Hardwick on Saturday 2nd October to lead a training Morning 10.00-12.30 (for all who work with children in your church) and a Praise Party 3.30-5.00 (for parents and children). All free of charge. Please save the date. Phone 01664 560975 for details and see www.johnhardwick.org.uk

 

 

Saturday 24th July - OPEN GARDENS

 

2.00 to 6.00 pm.    5 Willoughby Close,

180 Burton Road
and
67 Victoria Street
. Melton Mowbray.   For further details please contact Chris Adams on 01664 567860. Proceeds for:    Building for the Future at Sage Cross Methodist Church & Community Centre.

 

For further information about CTIMM, please contact the Moderators for 2009/10,

Carol Ellis on 01664 567371, or Catherine Shenton on 850422 or email: c.a.shenton@ntlworl.com 

To place a notice in the Events Diary, please contact Mark Twittey on: 01664 857997, or

e-mail:  mark@twittey.net   Deadline for items for the September Events Diary is Sunday 15th August.

 

Asfordby Church

 

Art Festival and Ploughman's Lunches.   Friday, 6th August, 4.00 - 7.30 p.m.   Saturday, 7th August, 10.00 - 4.30 p.m.

At All Saints' Church, Asfordby. 

 

 

 

Belvoir Team

 

Christian Artists Together - Prophetic Art Workshop

Evening of 30 July - late afternoon 31 July

Cost: £20.    Friday Meal, Saturday Lunch & Tea Breaks

 

Venue: Valley Christian Centre, (Old Methodist Chapel),

Main Street
, Harby, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE14 4BN.   Local Accommodation Available: Contact: Donna 075 9090 9770. www.christianartiststogether.co.uk   orchristianartiststogether@googlemail.com

Eastwell Church

 

Eastwell Fete - Saturday, 21st August, from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.     A traditional English country fete in the grounds of Eastwell Hall and the adjoining churchyard and church, with all-day family entertainment, art exhibition, craft fair, etc.     A relaxed, friendly day in beautiful surroundings - why not step out of the maelstrom of 21st century life for a day and recall some of the more pleasant aspects of bygone days?

 

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Gaddesby

St Luke’s

Sept 17th – 19th Gaddesby flower festival.

St. Michael’s Church – Harston

The Tree of Life Exhibition: 12th – 25th June:

Two weeks to discover, explore and re-imagine Trees of Life Around Harston.   Preview:   Saturday 12th June, 3pm – 5pm.

Tour by Jean Lamb on The Tree of Life Exhibition 3.30pm.

Talk by Michael Trendall on The Dream of The Rood 4pm.

Performance by Henry McGrath on The Tree of Life 4.30pm.

Open Daily 10-12/2-4 Including Sundays and by appointment.   Exhibition continues until Friday 25th June. 

Little Dalby

 

Patronal Festival.    25th July.     St James the Greater, Little Dalby.   6.00pm Sung Evensong by the Choir of St. Mary's, Melton Mowbray.

Rocky's Plaice

Long Clawson Holiday Club

Monday 19th to Friday 23rd July

9-30a.m. to 12noon.   Methodist Church Hall

For children aged 5-11.   Cost per day £1-50 or

£6 for the week.   For more details contact

Susanne Birley on 01664 823490 or

Debbie Mason on 01949 861408

Melton Mowbray

St. Mary’s Church

SUMMER HOLIDAY CLUB

“Rocky’s Plaice” During the week August 9th -13th we will be running a morning Holiday Club for the 5-11s. We need as much help as we can get, with refreshments, crafts, group work etc. Can you offer?   If you would like to know more, please contact the Vicar (01664- 481793) or the Rector (01664-410393).    This is a great opportunity to reach out to children in our parish; Do help if you can.

 

BURTON LAZARS Patronal Festival week-end is 24th & 25th July, with Celebration Songs of Praise at 6:30pm on Sunday 25th July followed by a Grand Prize Draw with Cheese & Wine in Church.

LAMMAS DAY OPEN-AIR SERVICE AT FREEBY on Sunday 1st August at 3pm in the paddock behind the Village hall, followed by tea & cake in the Village Hall. Stalls selling plants, cakes, books etc will be open from 4pm to 6pm. For further details please ring Jane on 564827.

SYSONBY SUMMER CREAM TEAS AFTERNOON at Sysonby Knoll Hotel gardens on Sunday 29th August from 3pm to 5pm. Entry fee £5 to include cream tea & musical entertainment. All proceeds for Sysonby Church new heating & lighting.

How do you fancy a cruise on The Agean.  That’s what the Rector is planning for next year, 17th – 26th June, calling at such places as Athens,  Cenchrea, Corinth,  Piraeus,  Philippi, Thessalonika, Istanbul, Pergamum,  Sardis,  Ephesus, Miletus & Patmos... many with a link with St. Paul or St. John. Contact the Rector for more details ASAP... as places will be limited.

  THE SAMWORTH CENTRE:

To book rooms or equipment, please ring Hayley on:  01664 503521

 CAFÉ @ THE CENTRE:    To arrange catering or buffets, please ring Christine on 01664 – 503525

Thorpe Arnold

August  - Sunday 8th

 

Afternoon Tea with  Poetry and Humour.   In the Gardens of ‘Elphin’ Thorpe Arnold.

 

September- Saturday 4th

Late Summer BBQ.    At the home of Gillian and

Nigel Lane
, ‘Linacre Grange’ Thorpe Arnold

 

 

October - Monday 4th

 

Harvest Supper and Auction @ the new Village Hall @ ??

 

Thursday 21st

 

BBC ‘Down to Earth’ recording @ the new Village Hall  £ 7.50  including Supper

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Launde Abbey

For further information about the Quiet Day or to book, please contact Launde A abbey on 01572 717254, via e-mail laundeabbey@leicester.anglican.org or visit www.launde.org.uk

26th – 28th July 2010:  Three Day Individually Guided Retreat: Led by Glenn Martin: NOW FULL BUT SIMIL A R RETRE A TS A RE A V A IL A BLE L A TER IN THE YE A R

A retreat just for you!!  A time to be still and a time to reflect.  A time to listen and to be listened to.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time to rest and a time to be refreshed.  An n individually guided retreat is an opportunity to enjoy some time apart with a spiritual guide to accompany you each day.  The retreat will be silent throughout to enable you to encounter the mystery of God in prayer, Scripture, worship and space.  Price:  £165.00 including all meals and accommodation. 

26th – 30th July 2010: Walking Holiday:  A Journey of Exploration of God, of Self and the East Midlands: Led by The Warden

 This holiday will be a spiritual journey, involving prayer, meditation and worship.  However, the main daytime activity, not surprisingly, will be walking.  It is expected that car sharing between those coming on the holiday will be mutually agreed.  Participants should be able to undertake walks of several hours duration (up to about 14 miles in a full day with breaks, although distances will be varied to suit the ability of the group).  Please bring suitable footwear and weather attire.  Price:  £235.00 per person (shared occupancy) or £250.00 per person (single occupancy), including all meals and accommodation

 9th – 13th August: C A RM:  Creative Writing, Poetry and Prayer:   Led by Mildred Butterworth (Chaplain) and  Ann Parker (Tutor)

This retreat is open to anyone, from very experienced poets and writers, to those with little or no experience at all, but who have always longed to try in a safe and friendly place.  Price:  £275.00 per person (single occupancy) or £250.00 per person (shared occupancy), including all meals and accommodation 

16th – 20th August: C A RM: Painting and Prayer: Led by Hope Allen (Chaplain) and Martin Cottam (Tutor)

 THIS RETRE A T IS NOW FULL BUT A SIMILAR RETRE A T WILL BE AVAILABLE IN 2011.  BOOK E A RLY TO A VOID DIS A PPOINTMENT

Retreat gives us the opportunity to draw aside from the activities and busyness of daily life to just ‘be’.  “Being in Nature” at the beautiful Launde Abbey will give you time to be silent, pray, reflect and paint in its comfortable facilities, peaceful garden, woodland and Chapel.  There will also be time for worship, meditation, sharing, fun, good food, rest and sleep.  Price:  £275.00 per person (single occupancy) or £250.00 per person (shared occupancy) including all meals and accommodation. 

23rd – 27th August: Working Holiday for the Fit and Healthy! Led by the Launde Community

 The Working Holiday will involve prayer, learning and working around the Abbey.  Each day those participating will have the opportunity to join the daily round of worship in the beautiful Abbey Chapel.  The work, either in the Abbey or in the gardens will be done under the direction of the Warden or other members of the Abbey staff.  This will provide the opportunity for the group to have both great fun and fellowship with the context of prayer.  There will also be time to relax in the company of the rest of the group in the evening.  Price:  £135.00 (adults) £80.00 (under 16s) including all meals and accommodation. 

31st August – 3rd September  A Retreat for All in Ministry:  You’re Journey in Ministry:  Led by Peter Ball 

This retreat offers a good break from the pressures of ministry.  Against the background of extended periods of silence, the Eucharist and Offices and the peaceful ambience of the Abbey, people are invited to go deeper into the meaning of their faith and its expression in prayer.  Drawing on Biblical stories, the leader’s talks will invite private reflection on their individual journeys.  He will also be available for personal conversations.  Price:  £250.00 per person, including all meals and accommodation.               Top

 6th – 8th September: Three Day Individually Guided Retreat:  Led by Glenn Martin

A retreat just for you!!  A time to be still and a time to reflect.  A time to listen and to be listened to.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time to rest and a time to be refreshed.  An individually guided retreat is an opportunity to enjoy some time apart with a spiritual guide to accompany you each day.  The retreat will be silent throughout to enable you to encounter the mystery of God in prayer, Scripture, worship and space.  Price:  £165.00 including all meals and accommodation.  

4th – 8th October:   Five Day Individually Guided Retreat: Led by Glenn Martin

A retreat just for you!!  A time to be still and a time to reflect.  A time to listen and to be listened to.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time for you and a time for God.  A time to rest and a time to be refreshed.  An individually guided retreat is an opportunity to enjoy some time apart with a spiritual guide to accompany you each day.  The retreat will be silent throughout to enable you to encounter the mystery of God in prayer, Scripture, worship and space.  Price:  £299.00 including all meals and accommodation. .

QUIET D A YS A ND D A Y COURSES

Launde Quiet Days:  On Mondays:  2nd August , 6th September and 4th October 2010    Launde Abbey Quiet Days are held monthly and are open to everyone.  The outline of the day is usually as follows:- coffee at 10.00 am, followed by a talk, a short service in the Chapel and lunch.  In the afternoon there will be a second talk, Holy Eucharist followed by tea and cake at 4.00 pm.    Price:  £25.00 for ‘Friends of Launde Abbey’ and £30.00 for others, including coffee, lunch and tea.  Everyone is welcome.

Family Events

 Sunday Afternoon Teas:  July and August (except 8th August)   Come and enjoy a delicious cream tea in the gardens at Launde, perhaps followed by a walk in the beautiful grounds.  The Launde Shop, plant stall and Chapel will also be open.  Open 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm every Sunday from 4th July until 22nd August 2010 (closed 8th August).  Coach parties are very welcome by prior arrangement.

 August Bank Holiday Open Days and Craft Fair

28th – 30th August 2010

Another fantastic opportunity to visit Launde Abbey and have a great family day out.  There will be a Viking encampment and re-enactment, Craft Fair, bouncy castles, games for all ages, a variety of stalls, including plants, tombola, cakes and bric a brac, as well as the Launde shop.  Morning coffee, lunches and teas will also be served throughout the weekend.  Entrance:  Saturday, 28th FREE.  Sunday and Monday £5.00 per car, including all occupants.  

Car Boot Sale and Craft Fair Bank Holiday Monday, 30th August 2010:  There will be plenty of bargains at our Car Boot Sale, as well as all the other activities at the Launde Open Days.  £5.00 per car in advance and £7.00 on the day – cars only and strictly no traders

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