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AUGUST 2024
THE NEW COUNTESTHORPE HERALD 17
SAD NEWS
Countesthorpe
Methodist Church Notes from Angie Skerritt
It’s with sadness that I have to report that our minister, Frances, passed away on the 5th June after a serious illness. Frances was the minister for Countesthorpe, Blaby, Cosby, South Wigston and Wigston Magna. She was enthusiastic to spread the words of Jesus through the congregations of the 5 chapels. Although she wasn’t with us for long she will be sadly missed. A Service of Thanksgiving was held at Market Harborough Methodist Church in July. Her husband David and family are remembered in our prayers.
SWEETS ...
The speaker at the Tuesday Fellowship on 18th July was Mr Martin Stevenson, from Cosby. His theme for the afternoon was ‘Do You Remember?’ Martin brought a selection of old fashioned sweets from his daughter’s shop in Hinckley. These included Everton Mints, Sherbet Lemons, Chocolate Éclairs, Coconut mushrooms, etc. The group remembered some of their childhood favourites - Sherbet Dabs, Liquorice Ropes, Gob Stoppers, Rhubarb and Custard and Aniseed Balls. Many happy memories and stories were recalled. An entertaining afternoon ended with Tea and Cake.
From time to time the group enjoys a games afternoon - various card games and dominoes, etc, or a quiz. Occasionally, throwing caution to the wind, they have been known to indulge in a competitive game of Boules!!
CAFÉ CHURCH
Before Jesus returned to Heaven he promised his followers the gift of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit empowered them to preach Christianity throughout the World in many different languages.
SHARED WORSHIP
Over the summer months we will be sharing some Sunday services with Blaby and Cosby. It’s good to meet from time to time with our friends in the neighbouring villages.
LUNCHES
Our annual Saturday Lasagne Lunch was on 15th June. This was followed with our popular Sunday Roast Beef Lunch on 7th July; a four course lunch with non- alcoholic wine, teas and coffees and, of course, a chocolate.
(Acts chapter 2). The theme for our Café Church in May was the coming of the Holy Spirit. We were able to explore the meaning of Pentecost together in the informal setting of sitting at tables with coffee and biscuits.
DIARY DATES
7th September
GARDEN PARTY at 17 Linden
Avenue: 2.30 -4.30pm
15th September HARVEST FESTIVAL
(supporting the Food Bank)
6th October
CHAPEL ANNIVERSARY
12th October QUIZ NIGHT
Do you suffer from arthritis or joint ache? Discomfort in your back or neck? Have you recently sustained an injury? If so, come and visit us at
We are fully HCPC and CSP registered health professionals with over 15 year experience in musculoskeletal care, based at Countesthorpe Health Centre. Appointments and enquiries: 07904371388 www.salusphysiotherapy.co.uk
OPENING TIMES Mon - Fri 9am - 6pm Sat 8.30am - 5.30pm Sun 9.30am - 3.30pm
Cut Flowers,
Seasonal Bedding Plants & Compost
Fresh Meat & Poultry from local farmers
Turkeys & Cockerels