——An extract from Rev.Gamble’s address to The General Vestry Meeting—— Rev.Gamble addressing the General Vestry meeting held on Fri. 6th April highlighted the changing scene affecting how we run our parish and the need to respond to new challenges facing us. He referred to the fact that individual parishes are now registered as charities with…
16Dec
Rev. Norman Gamble completes 25 years’ Service as our Rector
Following their meeting on Monday, 14th December, the Select Vestry presented Norman and Susan with a gift to celebrate and mark this auspicious occasion. The presentation was made by Ken McAllister, the longest serving member of the Select Vestry. Hazel Bolton, Hon. Secretary, also addressed the gathering. Norman and Susan responded, acknowledging and expressing their…
16Dec
Robert Turner
16/12/20214 Robert Turner was verger and sexton in St Andrew’s for 58 years, a remarkable record. He kept the Churchyard in impeccable order, carried out his duties with great dignity and faithfulness, rarely missing a service. Until very recently, he was still playing table tennis, a sport he loved and excelled at and for many…