Recent Events

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First Outing for Benefice Choir!

The new Benefice Choir had its first outing at the "Liquid Eucharist" Benefice Service on 30th October.  There was wonderful support from the indefatigable Music Group, also shown in the picture.

New Benefice Choir gets in some practice

Under the direction of Frederick, the newly-formed Benefice Choir practices fortnightly at Bradfield Combust church.  More voiecs are urgently needed!

24th July 2011: Commissioning of New Lay Elders

A joyous Benefice Service was held at Stanningfield as Rector Jayne presented Rosemary Harrison and Cherry Clements to Archdeacon David for commissioning in the important vocation of Lay Elder.  Our prayers go with these two ladies as they carry out their vital work.  From left to right: Jayne, Rosemary, Archdeacon David, Cherry, James.

Re-Commissioning of Lay Elder

On Sunday, January 30th, a great 5th Sunday Benefice Service at Lawshall had even more excitement as Elizabeth Clarke was re-commissioned as a Lay Elder.  Three of our four priests were present for duty which felt really nice!  The music group made some great sounds, and Elizabeth (second from right, middle picture) was congratulated afterwards by members of the Benefice.

Men United Breakfast 30th October

Once again, we enjoyed a hearty breakfast and a good speaker at the Hawstead Village Hall.  This time, Derek Buckles, "Mr Rector's Wife" gave a great presentation which you get a sense of below:

VR-MenUnited-Derek from Robert Brotzman on Vimeo.

Father Geoffrey celebrates 80th Birthday!

There were several activities recently to celebrate Father Geoffrey's 80th birthday.  Much love and appreciation was shown to this highly valued Brother in Christ.  This picture was taken at the Benefice service at Great Whelnetham on 29th August.

Revd Jayne Buckles is inducted into the Benefice

On Tuesday, July 20, 2010, Revd Jayne Buckles was instituted and inducted as Rector of the St Edmunds Way Benefice.  Bishop Clive of Dunwich and the Venerable Dr David Jenkins, Archdeacon of Sudbury officiated.  It was a wonderful event on a warm July evening in the Parish Church of All Saints, Lawshall.  We look forward eagerly to the journey that we will take under Jayne's leadership.

Induction of Revd Jayne Buckles from Robert Brotzman on Vimeo.

"Men United" eat breakfast again - no one gets sick!

On Saturday, January 16th, Men United breakfasted again at Hawstead Village Hall.  A hearty breakfast casserole and croissants were consumed with relish, and despite the lekky going off, no one got sick or left hungry!  Our speaker was Reverend (Wing Commander) Andrew Turner, RAF, a serving chaplain who gave us a fascinating presentation.

"Men United" visit Green Light Trust

Grenville Clarke, from the Green Light Trust, kindly gave us a fascinating tour around The Foundry and Golden Wood in Lawshall on Saturday, October 10th.  We saw some great ideas for sustainable buildings, took a lovely walk through the wood, and went to the Hawstead pub afterwards for a pint.  Excellent!

Celebration of Annette being Ordained Priest

We celebrated Annette's Ordination as Priest with a joint service at the lovely Hawstead Village Hall.  Annette was toasted and given some flowers as well.  There was a lovely lunch afterwards.