Easter update!

Easter might have been early this year and the weather extremely changeable, but all services were well attended throughout Holy week and the Easter weekend.

Compline Services on the Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday used the themes of Gold, Frankincense and Myrrh. The hot cross buns were very much enjoyed on the Monday after the service, courtesy of the Womens Group.

Crossways Club was well attended by 20 youngsters, and used Friendship as their theme. The children made dolls, paper chains, Easter cards and decorated biscuits. As usual there was a short worship service at the beginning of each session, songs and a story.

On Maundy Thursday, the Communion Service was well attended with the chairs set out in a horseshoe. The sermon by Sue Waterstone, was on 'S.H.A.M.E.' and included some thoughts from her recent trip to Natal.

A good number of people turned out for the Good Friday Walk, starting from Gotham and finishing at East Leake, in spite of the cool, windy weather. Once again there were refreshments after the service including hot cross buns, to ease those aching muscles.

And finally, the best Easter Day service, which was full. The children took part and enjoyed the acclamation at the end. Revd Glynis Hetherington announced 'Christ is Risen, Alleluia' and the children let off lots of 'poppers' in celebration. There were also special refreshments afterwards, and there was a definite 'buzz' of excitement in the church.