This Service took place on 18th February. Despite it being the second weekend of mid-term break there was an excellent turnout from the Brownies, Guides, Cubs and Scouts which meet regularly in the Parish Hall. As is usual, there was an ecumenical dimension as we welcomed leaders and members from other Christian denominations. Being the first Sunday in Lent, the Gospel reading of the day told of Jesus being led by the Spirit into the wilderness to prepare for his earthly ministry. We too should us this me of Lent as an opportunity to ensure that we might ‘be prepared’. Thank you to the members of the various uniformed organisations who led the Readings and Prayers, their input was greatly appreciated. The Service was followed by Tea/Coffee in the Parish Hall during which the Guides held a cake sale raising €180 in aid of ‘World Thinking
Day Fund’.
