Protector of the Holy Places and original Patronal Saint of Cockshutt Chapelry Helena should be the patron saint of all mothers who help their sons achieve great things. Helena was born at Drepanum in Bithynia about 250. Although only a stable-maid or innkeeper’s daughter, she caught the eye and affections of a Roman general, Constantius … Continue reading Feast Day of St. Helena – 21st May
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St. James the Least of All – May 2023
The Revd Dr Gary Bowness continues his tongue-in-cheek letters from ‘Uncle Eustace’. The RectorySt James the Least May 2023 My Dear Nephew Darren, I am afraid we shall have to agree to disagree on yet another topic – although I suspect the list of items that we agree to agree on would be considerably shorter. I … Continue reading St. James the Least of All – May 2023
Not the Vicar’s Letter – May 2023
Rev Anne This morning I was up very early – couldn’t sleep any longer – so I took a cup of tea and sat outside for a while. The dawn chorus was in full swing, I don’t know birds by their calls but they sounded so vibrant so alive it was a joy to listen … Continue reading Not the Vicar’s Letter – May 2023