Dear All,
Church Services for April
- Sunday 6th April – 11.00 am Holy Communion taken by the Revd Maslin followed by Baptism at 12 noon. NB Early start time for morning service.
- Sunday 13th April – 11.00am Palm Sunday taken by Revd Julie Nicholson. Donkey Procession. Meet outside Shipton Cottage at 11.00am.
- Friday 18th April – 7.00pm Good Friday Service taken by Revd Julie Nicholson.
- Sunday 20th April – 11.15am Easter Sunday Service. Taken by Revd Julie Nicholson.
- Sunday 27th April – 11.15am Family Service
Church Flowers for Easter
We will be meeting to decorate the church for Easter on Saturday 19th April at 10am. Please come along to help and bring spring flowers and greenery.
Palm Sunday 13th April 11am at Shipton Cottage
Would anyone like to take part in the dramatic reading of the passion gospel on Palm Sunday in the morning service? Date is 13th April at 11am, with a practice late afternoon the day before. Scripts available in advance. The reading lasts about 15/20 minutes and tells the story of Jesus’s betrayal, arrest, trial and crucifixion. Not quite panto but certainly dramatic. No costumes or wigs required! Two large parts, smaller parts and crowd parts available. Please let me know if you are interested and willing.
Julie
Janet Jones
As you probably know Janet sadly passed away peacefully on 1st March at the age of 93. Hilary Douglas her daughter plans to inter Janet’s ashes on Thursday 20th March at 1 pm in Shipton Moyne Churchyard, followed by refreshments in the Cat and Custard at 1.30pm, and has asked me to notify as many people as possible.
They will meet in the Churchyard or the Church if the weather is unkind for a short prayer. Everyone is welcome to join them and if you think you will be there, please let me know so that they can organise numbers for catering purposes.
Village Litter Pick – 5th April 10am – Weather Permitting
The Parish Council is planning a morning of litter picking from our footpaths and verges. The plan is to meet at the Village Hall car park at 10am to split into groups and return by 11am for bacon sandwiches supplied by the Parish Council and an opportunity to buy pastries etc from Knead Bakery.
Please come along to help keep our lovely village pristine! Bring bin bags, rubber gloves and litter pickers. Any large items can be collected later.
If you can come and join in please let me know so we have some idea of numbers for catering.
Discussion Group Invitation on the Stuff of Life…
Topics you might like to discuss over a glass of wine. What do they mean to you?
- Wilderness – Wednesday 26th March 7- 8.30pm
- Temptation – Wednesday 2nd April 7- 8.30pm
- Forgiveness – Tuesday 8th April 7- 8.30pm
Please note, this is not intended to be group therapy or overtly about religion and faith, rather of general ‘life stuff’ interest, though of course personal perspectives will inform thinking and discussion. No prior in depth knowledge or intellectual qualification required! Everyone interested is welcome; all viewpoints valid and respected.
Venue: Please offer a venue if you would like to, otherwise we will meet at The Rectory, Church Lane,
RSVP
Tetbury Hospital Hike – 18th May 2025
This is usually a fun occasion. Not only do you get to walk/run around the beautiful Estcourt Park, when you get back to the start there is a hog roast waiting for you and live entertainment. Tickets (numbers are limited) are available from the Friends of Tetbury Hospital.
Tetbury Hospital is fundraising for a new x-ray machine at the moment….and they are not cheap!! Would be lovely to see you there……
Electoral Roll Forms
This is a plea for all those who have received electoral roll forms to return them to Caroline Chambers. In particular Pitmans, Dears, Longridges, Cardales, Carlings, Benincasas and Eaves.
Village Hall Classes
Here are the current classes being held in the Village Hall.
Mondays
- Art Group 2 – 4pm Barry Barnes 01666 503926
- Pilates 7 – 8pm Sue Cole 07876 542319 Booking essential
Tuesdays
- Pilates 9.30 – 10.30am and 10.45 -11.45am Lindsay Hilton 01666 880500 or 07768 191262
- Bridge Club 1pm – 5pm South Cotswold Bridge Club rmw748@icoloud.com
Wednesday
- Pilates 5 -6pm and 6.15 – 7.15 Lindsay Hilton 01666 880500 or 07768 191262
- Thursday – Pilates 7 – 8pm Sue Cole 07876 542319 Booking essential17 Feb 2025
Cotswold Homes and Interiors Festival Returns to Cirencester
Following the success of its inaugural event last year, the Cotswold Homes and Interiors Festival is set to return on Saturday 29 March 2025.
Taking place in the heart of Cirencester at The Corn Hall from 10am to 5pm, the festival promises to be even more expansive, featuring a variety of new attractions and esteemed speakers.
This year, the festival will expand to outdoor stalls in the Market Place, thanks to a partnership with Cirencester Town Council and support from Cotswold District Council.
Attendees can look forward to insightful talks from renowned designers, with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and Vanessa Arbuthnott sharing their expertise. Other discussions will cover topics such as decluttering, the use of colour in interiors, retrofitting homes for energy efficiency, and the restoration of derelict historic buildings on Dollar Street in Cirencester. The talks will take place inside The Corn Hall, alongside the various stalls showcasing some of the best Cotswold home and interior offerings.
Any more news let me know,
Beth
shiptonmoyne@gmail.com
Village Website: www.shiptonmoynevillage.co.uk
