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| ST MICHAEL AND ALL ANGELS, HIGHWORTH |
| What's happening! |
| This is where we'll announce the most recent additions to our web site. If you've visited us before and want to know what's changed, take a look here first. |
| Start of a short Sermon Series on 'Stewardship' started on Sunday 13th |
| April. Follow the link for the first sermon. A 'Stewardship Prayer' countdown |
| to our APCM on Monday 28th April 2008 |
| St. Michael's supplied the BBQ for the annual Highwoth fireworks display |
| held at the recreation centre on Friday 2nd November 2007. The men |
| setting up, were waiting for the the rest of the team, the ladies to arrive. |
| St. Michael's Tabard as worn by Captain Thomas Batsford has been |
| beautifully restored by Alison Lister (Senior Conservator/Co-Director) |
| I had the pleasure of supporting Rob Stewart, along with 25 or so church |
| members, at his licensing in Bristol Cathedral on Saturday 6th October. |
| Sunday 1st July at the Ordination of Deacons and Priests, John Rees |
| was Priested Assistant Curate, Benefice of Highworth with Sevenhampton |
| and Inglesham and Hannington, Benefice and Parish of Broad Blunsdon. |
| A few pictures on the day of John, John & Ann, John Ann & Phil. |
| Sunday 13th May saw a very special 10am service for Mike Collett and |
| Lawrence King. Between them they have clocked up 120 years in St |
| Michael's Choir. A picture of Mike and Lawrence plus a picture of the |
| current choir can be seen by following the links. |
| The Autumn 2006 Sermon Series has now finished but the most recent ' |
| Our Grace-full God' has just started so if you would like to hear any of |
| them please follow the link to the ministry page. |
| The St. Michael's Ladies flower guild have decorated the church with an |
| abundance of beautiful displays for Easter. Here are just a few. |
| Colin Gunn took the opportunity to take a few pictures from St. Michael's |
| tower when we had a couple of day's of snow on 7th February 2007 |
| you can view them from this link or take a look at more pictures on the |
| index page via 'Pictures & Plan' |
| This year has seen a tremendous effort given by all the members of the |
| St Michael's Ladies flower guild, and their Christmas displays are |
| beautiful to see. Take a few minutes to view some of their handywork. |
| A special confirmation service was held in St Michael's on Sunday 26th |
| Conducted by the Right Rev'd. Dr. Lee Rayfield Bishop of Swindon, follow |
| the links to 'listen to the sermon' or download the file'. |
| A very succesful concert was held in St. Michael's on Saturday 1st July. |
| we were entertained by the Swindon Male Voice Choir and the popular |
| 'Third Man' vocal group. |
| Sunday 2nd July saw a very special day for St.Michael's Church. A coach |
| load of supporters traveled to Bristol to see Sam Rushton Priested and |
| John Rees made Deacon in Bristol Cathedral, a very moving day. |
| St Michael's cricketing 6 can be seen here, a long day but rewarding. |
| St Michael's Social Committee did themselves proud this lunch time with |
| a superb 'Sunday Roast'. It was literally a case of standing room only, |
| at least for two members of the team as the meal was a sell out. (22.01.06) |
| St Michael's Church - MUSIC WEEKEND 14th/15th January 2006 |
| The Millenium Window - a pdf file is available of the book, beautifully |
| put together by Audrey James and Pat Haskins,to celebrate the installation |
| of the Millenium Window. The book, bought by the late Elizabeth Drew, |
| and completed by two Highworth ladies, will be presented to Rev. Geoff |
| Sowden at the Dedication Service on Saturday 17th December. |
| Bishop Mike's New Year letter and all up to date information can be |
| be found at: www.bristol.anglican.org/ |
| Look at 'Where to find us' for a location map. |
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