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The Uplands Group of Parishes consists of Guilsborough, Hollowell, Thornby, Cold Ashby, Ravensthorpe, Cottesbrooke, Creaton and Spratton

Message from Reverend Allison Twigg, the Uplands Group of Churches

Uplands Group of Parishes Office (Answerphone): 01604 743444

In our villages, as we begin preparing our homes and church for this season of joy, I am filled with gratitude for our shared traditions. I look forward to seeing our community come together, whether at the Advent services, Christmas Services, or the much-anticipated carol singing at our village Carol Services! These gatherings remind us that we are never alone, that each of us is a part of something bigger, especially when the world can feel colder and quieter.

So, as you take time this winter to rest, gather with family, or perhaps try a new recipe for those Christmas treats, I hope you’ll also take a moment to savour the season’s true spirit. May we each find peace in the small joys and prepare our hearts for the blessings of Christmas.

With every blessing,

Rev’d Allison

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Dear Friends,

As the nights draw in and the crispness of autumn gives way to the chill of winter, we are once again reminded of the unique joy this season brings. There is a kind of peace in winter evenings, a quiet invitation to pause, reflect, and gather in warmth together. Whether it’s the crackling of logs on the fire, the rich aroma of spices in a hot drink, or simply the comforting weight of a cosy blanket, these little pleasures remind us of the beauty found in the simple things.

Winter also draws us closer to the heart of Christmas. Although it’s easy to become swept up in the bustle of preparations, there is a deeper calling within this season. Advent, the weeks leading up to Christmas, is a time for reflection and anticipation, a chance to step back and consider the real gift of Christmas. For Christians, it’s a time to prepare our hearts to celebrate the birth of Jesus—a light shining in the darkest of times, a reminder of hope, peace, and love for all.

BLYTHSWOOD SHOEBOX APPEAL UPDATE

Many thanks to all those who supported the Blytheswood Appeal this year, those who donated items, those who packed boxes, those who contributed to knitted blankets, with particular thanks to Janet Minney and the Monday Morning Meet team for their huge effort in co-ordinatiing this week.

121 shoe boxes and 43 handknitted blankets were received by Derrick on behalf of the Blytheswood appeal in November. These will be heading to Ukraine where they will bring a little Christmas joy to those who have suffered loss and displacement due to the ongoing effects of the war.

Thank you so much to all – and well done!

A LIGHT FOR A LOVED ONE

As well as at St Denys in Cold Ashby (see page 6) Guilsborough Church invites villagers to remember a loved one from whom they are parted this Christmas, by sponsoring a simple white light on the trees by the churchyard gate Each light will shine out through the Christmas season as a symbol of comfort to all. As well as the light outside the church there will be the opportunity to have a message written on a star to be hung on a tree inside the church.

The lights will be switched on at a short outdoor ceremony on Sunday 1st December at 4.30pm to which all are welcome. To request a light please complete the form below and return to either: Guilsborough Post Office or Janet Minney, Hollowell Spring, Nortoft, Guilsborough, or Rev Caroline Burnett, The Vicarage, 15 Church Mount, Guilsborough.

Name of person(s) to be remembered

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Short message to be written on a star

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Amount enclosed (suggested donation £10)

£……………… cash or cheque to Guilsborough PCC