Driving back from the south of France in August we decided that we would visit one of the many Commonwealth War Grave cemeteries; I have done this before, but it seemed especially right to do it this year. We did not have any particular place in mind but – for those of you who may … Continue reading Lest We Forget
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Service of Remembrance – 12th November, 2023, Ss Simon & Jude Church, Cockshutt
Parishioners joined with members of the Royal British Legion (RBL) and representatives of local organisations at Ss Simon & Jude for our annual Service of Remembrance. It was, as always, a service of great solemnity and poignancy as we remembered all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in both WW1 and WW2 and more recent … Continue reading Service of Remembrance – 12th November, 2023, Ss Simon & Jude Church, Cockshutt
From the Editor – November 2023
November has blown in with leaden skies and heavy rain. The wind is blowing the remaining withering leaves off the trees and those plants still bravely standing will soon be gone; Autumn’s death and decay is there for all to see and sets the tone for this special month of poignancy, solemnity and remembrance. We … Continue reading From the Editor – November 2023