Gt. Massingham
Mary & the Angel Gabriel
"I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." Luke 2.10
MONDAYS 9.00 - 10.00 PRAYER GROUP at GRIMSTON
meets at Orchard House, details from Rosemarie Bowers: 01485 600485
TUESDAYS 11.00 -12.30 BIBLE STUDY at GREAT MASSINGHAM
at Cobwebs, Station Road, details from Kim Frazer: 07947 137484
A CELEBRATION
A special time for Val |Howard as we celebrated over 45 years as St Nicholas Church Flower Organiser and Arranger.
Val has given and continues to give, so much to the church with her experience and expertise in flowers and planning for the church year.
The St Nicholas Church Flower Team and Rev’d Sue Martin met at the home of Helen Fowler in August to celebrate with cakes, flowers and a very special ThankYou card from Rt Reverend Jane Steen, The Bishop of Lynn.
Val will still be involved with the flowers for many years ahead.
SATURDAY 3rd OCTOBER 3.00 pm ASHWICKEN
PARISH WALKS
Over the coming months there will be a range of walks for all abilities so there should be something to suit almost everyone. If you’re not a walker why not come along and join us for, or help, with refreshments? These walks have proved to be popular ~ they are also great social events, a chance to chat and get to know those from other villages across the Benefice. Remember to wear strong footwear as walks often include tracks and fields which are uneven or possibly muddy. Why not join us sometime?
For more details check the website or contact: Rev’d Sue Martin revdsuemartin@gmail.com or Rosemary Mehers rosemarymehers@hotmail.com Or Tel: 07720 971753
OCTOBER 10th 10.00 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE MORNING
ST NICHOLAS, GAYTON
Enjoy fresh coffee, tea, homemade cakes and cookies. Come along to catch up with friends, meet new faces and support our local community. Everyone is welcome.
For more information: contact Christine on 01553 636913 or email revdsuemartin@gmail.com Bring a friend and spread the word!
Ken Dewing of the Gayton History Group will be coming along with photo's and archives of the village.
WEDNESDAY 23rd SEPTEMBER 10.30 - 4.30 pm
CELEBRATING GOD'S CREATION ON MASSINGHAM HEATH
A day set aside to see and celebrate God's lovely creation , through drawing, painting and writing.
A peaceful and mindful retreat - walking with the wind on your face - gleaning from the natural world.
Walking with and worshipping Our Father.
Lunch is provided and there are no charges for the day.
Please RSVP by August 23rd to Revd Josh at rectorggmbenefice@gmail.com.
It is being held at Little Massingham Barn - PE31 6DS - it is about 600 yards from the entry to Church Lane from the Massingham/Grimston Road heading uphill and the turning is on the left.
THURSDAY 24th SEPTEMBER 8.00 am 6.00 pm
BENEFICE COACH TRIP TO ST ALBANS
A Coach journey and guided Tour of the Cathedral with the afternoon free to explore the lovely city of St Albans.
The Coach will leave at 8.00 am from Hudson Fen ( PE32 1BY) where cars may be left and the return will be at 4.00pm with an approximate time of 6.00pm to return.
The cost all in will be £60.00 and to reserve a place please contact Rosemarie Bowers on 01485 600485/07940913176 or Joy Smith 01485 600402/07900893891
SATURDAY 3rd OCTOBER 10.30 - 12.00 pm
COFFEE MORNING
ST ANDREW, CONGHAM
Come and join us for coffee, cake and chat at our famous coffee morning.
SATURDAY OCTOBER 3rd 10.00 - 1.00pm
HARVEST FLOWER WORKSHOP
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
Come and create an Autumn arrangement in a Pumpkin.
£10 tiket includes Tutorial, all materials and refreshments. If you would like - stay on for lunch - homemade soup and a roll.
To book your place, please contact Jennie Haywood 07711 340 849. Help decorate the Church ready for its Harvest Festival.
SUNDAY OCTOBER 18th 10.00 - 4.00 pm
CRAFT FAIR and OPEN TOWER
ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON
Craft Fair and Open Tower Afternoon with the St Botolph Bell Ringers.
The Friends of St Botolph invite you for Crafts, Demonstrations, Raffles.
Craft Fair 10.00 - 4.00 pm
Open Tower !.00 pm - 4.00pm
All are welcome - Set your satnav to PE32 1BH.
TUESDAY 21st OCTOBER 7.00 pm
AN ILLUSTRATED TALK ON ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI
ST NICHOLAS CHURCH, GAYTON
An illustrated talk by Revd Sue on St Francis of Assisi and follow in his footsteps.
£5.00 each to include drinks and nibbles.
SATURDAY 12th - 28th DECEMBER
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL
ST NICHOLAS, GAYTON
Time to Get Ready for our Christmas Tree Festival 2026,
We invite organisations and families to bring a decorated tree to St Nicholas. Let’s have the biggest display yet!
contact christinereddish@me.com or revdsuemartin@gmail.com
From the Church Registers of Baptisms,Weddings and Funerals
An archive of the year's entries in the Church Registers is on the "From the Church Registers" page. Follow the links for 2018/2017 and 2016..
FOR AN OVERVIEW OF NEWS THE YEAR 2021 AND PREVIOUS YEARS CHECK "THE ARCHIVED NEWS" CLICK HERE