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worthwhile. It’s also a big help to me to know that it is God who has given us
minds and has made a world which is to be investigated and discovered. BRIANTSPUDDLE AND AFFPUDDLE
Another great joy for me is the sense of belonging to a family, people who
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accept me and love me. It shows me that God’s love is real.”
Here are two quotes from C.S.Lewis, the author whose books were influential in
leading Nigel to God. “Christianity is a statement which, if false, is of no VILLAGE HALL NEWS
importance: and if true, is of infinite importance.

The only thing it cannot be is moderately important. “ Artsreach
“Now is our chance to choose the right side. God is holding back to give us that There is still one place left for us to fill on the 8
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chance. It won’t last forever. We must take it or leave it.” may promoters event, please phone Jenny
Beedle on 01929 471002 if you are interested in

going along.
Just a smile

My grandson recently joined the Boys Brigade. After the first meeting he said to
his Mum, “They take their hats off when they pray.” His mum asked, “Did you AGM
pray?” “I hadn’t got a hat”, was his reply. The AGM will be held at the beginning of June this year as the trustees will be fully
stretched during May with preparations for the Open Gardens. The date for your

diary is June 5 2019. All members of the Parish (the area of benefit) are welcome
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Who says chivalry is dead? I asked a nice young man if he could see me across at 7.00 pm and if you would like to join the committee please let Allan Smith know
the road, and he said, “I don’t know. You go across and I’ll tell you.”
by telephoning 01929 471412.
Working for the Hall can be very rewarding (yes it involves plenty of work) as you
are ‘giving something back’. This is quite an old fashioned concept in times when
BERE HEATH METHODIST many people look out for ‘what’s in it for me’. A bit of time and effort intended to
improve and enhance the lives of others can actually make you feel good too,
CHAPEL and helping to build a caring and vibrant community is a worthwhile use of time.

Our next Service at the Chapel is on May 5th and will be Open Gardens
led by Mr Peter Jenner.

If you hadn't already
Our annual coffee morning is on Saturday 18 May 10.00
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-12.00. There will be the usual stalls and there will be lots heard we are having an
of activities for children Open Gardens Day on
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June 2 . We are still on
Please come and support our Chapel. the lookout for volunteers
to help on the day. Cindy
Everyone is welcome.
is already out on the trail
of cake makers, but we
need people to help in
For more information contact the stewards: Karen Smith (01929 471339), Caroline the kitchen on the day,
Harrison (01929 471378). wai tresses, washer
uppers, servers, and
general dogsbodies.
Anyone who would

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