Newbold Women’s Group. At the May meeting we had a fascinating talk from Mr. And Mrs. Henson about their work in the Gambia. They have raised money to build and equip a Medical Centre, which was built entirely by the local villagers. Coloured photographs vividly illustrated the project in all it’s stages. Coffee and biscuits […]
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Newbold Women’s Group May 2012
Newbold Women’s Group. At the May meeting we had a fascinating talk from Mr. And Mrs. Henson about their work in the Gambia. They have raised money to build and equip a Medical Centre, which was built entirely by the local villagers. Coloured photographs vividly illustrated the project in all it’s stages. Coffee and biscuits […]
Mother’s Union May 2012
Mother’s Union The May meeting commenced with Mass, led by Fr. Nigel, assisted by Fr. Keith, in the Lady Chapel. Members then continued their meeting in the parish room and were warmly welcomed by Mrs. Anne Hartley.Prayers were said for those who are unwell at present, Mrs. Doreen Hurst, Mrs. Jackie Milner, Mrs. Iris […]
Littlemoor Charity May 2012
At the recent meeting held in the Eagle Club, the members were pleased to hear that their bid for funding from Biffaward had been successful. This money will be used for renovating the area near the disabled toilet and for new kitchen worktops and sinks. The work is expected to begin during the school holidays. […]
A walk from Watchorn in May
The May walk was changed as the current drought had made the planned route too muddy! Our walk started from Watchorn, Alfreton. The church, houses and park here were donated by Robert Watchorn who had left Alfreton to make his fortune in America. We crossed the golf course into Oakerthorpe Nature Reserve where we investigated […]