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It’s not every day you get to see two bishops and a landlord, so this was a very special occasion! We were delighted to host Bishops Philip and Hugh to explain current developments in the On The Way process to us. Friends from across the Deanery joined us for a bite to eat and an informal chat with both bishops in St Teath Church Hall. At the end, they had enough time to pop over to the White Hart to pull a pint or two. Here they are chatting with landlord Barry, who has been an active member of St Teath choir since the age of five. During that time, his duties have included being churchwarden, crucifer and bass in the choir. We’ve given Barry a framed picture of the event, which will hang alongside a picture of our old friends Derryn and Jem, also in their robes and pulling a pint.

Our two Benefice services on 18th June were at St Thomas’ and St Teath. Rev’d Jeffrey spoke at both, reminding us that the disciples Jesus sent out were certainly an unlikely bunch, including a Rebel and a Collaborator. God worked through them both. Jeffrey also encouraged us that we too can be raised up on eagles’ wings if we spend time resting in God’s love for us. At St Teath, our choir supported the theme, both in a rousing version of Immortal Invisible, and in singing Michael Joncas’ song On Eagles’ Wings.

Our three services on Sunday 11th June had elements of St Barnabus in them. Rev’d Jeffrey led communion services in St John’s and St Adwena, celebrating and encouraging us in following the example of St Barnabus. At St Teath, lead by Claire, we worked through the practical implications of this. We were laying before God potential ideas for our future ministry, comparing it with the Deanery and Diocesan plans. Having done the praying through on Sunday, we’ll be looking at the nitty-gritty of the plans on Monday at PCC………