Mince Pies, Gifts, Parade & Carols – Is it Christmas?

Mince Pies, Gifts, Parade & Carols

The Methodist Church kicks off the Christmas period this weekend with two events:

Christmas Coffee Morning

Between 10-12 on Saturday 2nd December, the Church Hall doors will be open for coffee/tea and mince pies as you browse the stalls. You can start your christmas shop at stalls selling:

home made cakes,
preserves,
cards,
gift wrap,
Christmas novelties and
bric-a brac.

All are welcome.

Gift & Parade Service

Join the Uniformed Organisations as they take part in a Gift & Parade service at the Methodist Church from 11am on Sunday 3rd December. All are welcome, particularly parents of youngsters in the uniformed groups. A chance for an early Christmas celebration, particularly aimed at the children/young people from the Uniformed Organisations. Come along and take the opportunity to sing some well known Carols.

November 24, 2017

St Mary’s Christmas 2017 Good News Update

‘The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel – which means God with Us’

(Matthew Chapter 1, verse 23)

This Christmas 2017 edition of Good News, St Mary’s Parish Magazine, is Continue reading “St Mary’s Christmas 2017 Good News Update”

November 21, 2017

Fruit Bunting – The Young Embroiderer’s First Project

Fruit Bunting – Young Embroiderer’s First Project

Their October meetings saw the start of a Fruit Bunting creation by the young embroiderers. Creating an orange involved numerous steps: Continue reading “Fruit Bunting – The Young Embroiderer’s First Project”

October 28, 2017

BYG Goodbye to Amber

A lot has been happening at BYG since the return from summer holidays. They have had some special evenings, including the now annual “chocolate night”. White Watch from the Fire Brigade, based in Colchester, also Continue reading “BYG Goodbye to Amber”

October 24, 2017November 1, 2017

Allotments Excel at Fundraising in 2017

The recent Allotment Committee meeting minutes disclose lots of news but none as staggering as their fundraising efforts. Through their charity stall they have so far raised £4,250, nearly £2,000 more than last year! There is still time to add to the total since the stall remains open until first frost.

The agreed recipients were confirmed as: Continue reading “Allotments Excel at Fundraising in 2017”

October 16, 2017October 16, 2017

BYGging it up for our Youth

After fears that BYG would close after 10 years the following great news has come from the groups AGM last week.

BYG’s AGM took place on Thursday 12th October and it was feared that, after almost 10 years, the Village would see the end of its popular Youth Club as long-serving committee members retired. The fear was particularly heightened when the start time of the AGM approached and nobody Continue reading “BYGging it up for our Youth”

October 9, 2017October 9, 2017

St Mary’s Autumn 2017 Good News Update

This Autumn 2017 edition of Good News, St Mary’s Parish Magazine, is reproduced below (together with additional material from various notices), use the links to the stories & news items.

No More Toast Crumbs in the Butter!
Christmas Shoebox Appeal,
Messy Manna & Messy Advent,
Notices,
Dates for Your Diary (Including Services),
Sunday Gospel Readings,
Regular Events,
Contacts.

No More Toast Crumbs in the Butter!

I am officially an ‘empty nester’ as Continue reading “St Mary’s Autumn 2017 Good News Update”

September 29, 2017September 29, 2017

Goodbye BYG – End of an Era?

Could it be Goodbye BYG, sadly, given the lack of volunteers stepping up it could well be the case! The following update has been released by the Chair of the PC and the Headteacher at Heathlands: Continue reading “Goodbye BYG – End of an Era?”

September 28, 2017October 24, 2018

BHYFC Results 24th September

Bergholt Heath YFC – Results 17th September

The 4 matches on 24th September produced 3 wins and 1 draw. Next week sees 1 home and 3 away matches.

BHYFC Under 13s vs Stanway Rovers Reds

This week, Bergholt played their first home game of the season hosting Stanway Rovers Reds, with whom they shared a good 11-a-side friendly game at the end of last season.

With a few players unavailable, including Continue reading “BHYFC Results 24th September”

September 27, 2017November 21, 2017

Young Embroiderers Group Launched

Colne & Colchester Young Embroiderers Group

Teaching and promoting textile design and creative embroidery, the Young Embroiderers Group is open to boys and girls aged 8 to 14. The group meets once a month at St Mary’s Church Hall from 10am until 12.30. Upcoming dates are Continue reading “Young Embroiderers Group Launched”