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Christmas Celebrations in Wincanton Churches

Thu 8 Dec 2011
By Gill D'Arcy
Christmas Celebrations in Wincanton Churches

Once again it is time to celebrate the real meaning of Christmas with all of our churches celebrating different services throughout December.

The Osigili Maasai Warrior Troupe Comes to Wincanton

Sun 6 Nov 2011
By John Baxter
The Osigili Maasai Warrior Troupe Comes to Wincanton

On 29th October 2011 Wincanton Parish Church was packed, with not a spare seat left, for a truly memorable performance by the Kenyan troupe, the Osigili Maasai Warriors.

'Well Risen'! Parish Church's Cookbook Launching Soon UPDATED

Mon 24 Oct 2011
By Jane Wickenden
'Well Risen'! Parish Church's Cookbook Launching Soon <span style='color: red;'>UPDATED</span>

All the contributions have been sent in and 'Well Risen' is with the printers - put Saturday 12th November in your diary, as the book will be launched at the Parish Church's Christmas Shopping Coffee Morning! New venue: Papertrees in the High Street

Maasai Warriors Come to Wincanton Church

Fri 14 Oct 2011
By Gill D'Arcy
Maasai Warriors Come to Wincanton Church

Come and enjoy the unique performance of the Maasai Warriors in St Peter and St Pauls Church Wincanton on Saturday 29th October. The Troupe's performances are stunning, and give every audience an unforgettable experience.

Quaker Outreach Week 1st - 9th October at Wincanton Meeting House UPDATED

Mon 3 Oct 2011
By Sarah Maude
Quaker Outreach Week 1st - 9th October at Wincanton Meeting House <span style='color: red;'>UPDATED</span>

Make peace a way of life: this year's theme launches several events at Wincanton Meeting House and elsewhere - come along and find out about Quakers. Join in, take a chance to reflect, ask questions and enjoy the refreshments.

The Big Welcome - A Warm Reception at our Local Churches

Thu 22 Sep 2011
By Joyce Page
The Big Welcome - A Warm Reception at our Local Churches

This Sunday churches across the country will be hosting The Big Welcome. This is a Sunday where you can drop into any church, but you will see outside some churches a poster with the Big Welcome on it.

Visiting Speaker from Debt Advice Charity at the Parish Church

Thu 15 Sep 2011
By Penny Ashton
Visiting Speaker from Debt Advice Charity at the Parish Church

Wincanton Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul is delighted to welcome Hannah Gibbons, Gillingham Centre Manager of Christians Against Poverty as guest speaker at their 10.30 service on Sunday 18 September 2011. Anyone who would like to hear what Hannah has to say will be very welcome.

Help 'Raise the Roof' With Your Favourite Recipe!

Tue 6 Sep 2011
By Jane Wickenden
Help 'Raise the Roof' With Your Favourite Recipe!

At SS Peter and Paul church we are planning a recipe book to help raise money towards the church roof repairs - now you too have a chance to join in and share your favourite dish with everyone in town!

Andrew Ireland Remembered

Wed 13 Jul 2011
By John Baxter
Andrew Ireland Remembered

Baptist minister Andrew Ireland is remembered and celebrated in a memorial service in Wincanton's Catholic Church.

Parish Fun Day in June Attracts Good Turnout

Sun 10 Jul 2011
By Elizabeth Baxter
Parish Fun Day in June Attracts Good Turnout

This year the Parish Fun Day held at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 11th June attracted fun-lovers of all ages.

Fifty Years of Marriage Celebrated

Fri 8 Jul 2011
By Elizabeth Baxter
Fifty Years of Marriage Celebrated

The Revd Canon Alan Watson and his wife Rosemary celebrate their Golden Wedding with a packed out service in Wincanton Parish Church.

Golden Wedding Celebration In Wincanton

Fri 1 Jul 2011
By Canon Alan Watson
Golden Wedding Celebration In Wincanton

The Revd. Canon Alan and Mrs. Rosemary Watson celebrate their Golden Wedding with a special service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Marriage on Sunday, 3rd July at 10.30am at the parish church of St. Peter and St. Paul, Wincanton.

Reflections on Terry Pratchett, Death and Dying

Mon 27 Jun 2011
By The Reverend Andrew Ireland
Reflections on Terry Pratchett, Death and Dying

Andrew Ireland, Wincanton's Baptist minister, reflects on his faith, death and dying and the need for sensitivity and honesty.

Church Launches Roof Appeal with Knockout Fun and Silly Hats

Mon 6 Jun 2011
By Gill D'Arcy
Church Launches Roof Appeal with Knockout Fun and Silly Hats

Wincanton Parish Church launched its Roof Appeal on Sunday 22nd May with an afternoon of great fun in the form of inter-pub It's a Knockout and silly hats.

Inter-Pub It's a Knockout & Mad Hat Event

Tue 10 May 2011
By Gill D'Arcy
Inter-Pub It's a Knockout & Mad Hat Event

Sunday 22nd May, Wincanton Memorial Hall, 3.00 - 5.30pm. This event is to be the first of very many in aid of the Raise the Roof Appeal for Wincanton Parish Church.

Tower Open Evening - Try Your Hand at Bell Ringing

Mon 11 Oct 2010
By Janet Lowe
Tower Open Evening - Try Your Hand at Bell Ringing

Want to have a go? On Tuesday 19th October St Peter & St Paul's Church Tower is opening its doors between 7.30pm and 9.00pm. Anyone interested in bell-ringing can learn more, watch an enjoyable demonstration and enjoy refreshments.

The Quakers - The Religious Society of Friends Outreach Week

Fri 8 Oct 2010
By John Baxter
The Quakers - The Religious Society of Friends Outreach Week

Ever wondered about the Quakers and what goes on in their meetings? Always open for visitors, this week the Wincanton Quakers are having a special Outreach Week, so if you would like to meet some of the people who are involved, why not come along?

National Back to Church Sunday

Mon 20 Sep 2010
By Andrew Ireland
National Back to Church Sunday

National Back to Church Sunday is on Sunday 26th September. This is an annual event in which involves Baptist, Church of England, Methodist and United Reform Churches.

Coffee, Cake and a Listening Ear

Sun 12 Sep 2010
By Joyce Page
Coffee, Cake and a Listening Ear

Joyce Page describes a friendly and supportive group that meets on alternate Thursday mornings for coffee, cake and conversation in the Baptist Church hall in Mill Street.

The Joy of Summer Beautifully Displayed

Fri 25 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
The Joy of Summer Beautifully Displayed

Members of the Parish Church supported by numerous organisations, schools and businesses in the town lay on a beautiful and imaginative show.

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