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all saints alive!
Here are the editorial pages from the current and some previous editions of our magazine "all saints alive". To advertise in or subscribe to the printed version please contact us.
The March 2012 edition will be published on Friday 24th February.
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February 2012
Sharpening the focus Jo reminds us of where we truly find God. Also this month's 'View from the Pew', and the team diary for the next few months. Lent 2012 Information on the lent course 2012 and varoious resources available in support. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, and forthcoming events. More than Gold Read about the ambitious plans of the combined Christian Churches to impact the lives of their own communities and guests from around the globe. More information at www.morethangold.org.uk. Diary See what's on when in February. January 2012
How do you do Christmas? Jo urges us to celebrate, enjoy giving (and gettting), whilst allowing time to deepen our understanding of the incarnation. Also this month's 'View from the Pew', and two interesting opportunities. Street Pastors Rick Hartwig reflects on two years of caring and invites everyone to an open evening on Jan 14th. Also information on the next Transform event on 8th January. Harlow foodbank News of recent activities, successes and future plans. Plus information on a recently published book "Change(d) Agents" by Nick and Ros Henwood. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming events and a couple of though-provoking articles by Doug Loveridge. All Saints' Kneelers Dorothy Toyn's jouney to the darkest reaches of the Vestry has unearthed details of the Kneeler Project (1976) and lists what we have, and who did them. Diary See what was on when in January. December 2011
Getting back to God Jo calls us to reflect on our attitudes in the light of Christ's teaching. Also this month's 'View from the Pew' Sabbatical Journey Part 5: INDIA and conclusion Jo reports on village life in India, the contrast with how we live, summarises her experiences and her findings about what truly makes a 'God-shaped' life. Advent Resources There are a number of special resources for Advent produced by the Diocese and also here in Hertford - including a special pair of prayers to begin and end each day. You can access these by following the links in the file. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming events and an invitation to share your memories, photos and research into local history. Diary See what was on when in December. November 2011
Riding the Roller Coaster of life Jo muses on the ups and downs of life Team News Also this month's 'View from the Pew', the current state of our finances, Situations Vacant and View from the Pew Sabbatical Journey Part 4: INDIA In the penultimate article, Jo reports on the sights, sounds and culture encountered in the first half of her time in India India - like Nepal crazy traffic and friendly open people alike. Plus information on Will Aid a free service for the month of November. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Christmas Alone 2011 Janet Bird outlines the plans for this important annual activity by Herford & District Churches Together. Diary See what was on when in November. October 2011
How do you take your coffee? Jo looks at our carbon footprints. Also this month's 'View from the Pew' and some key events in October. Connie Murkin 1922-2011 Jo's eulogy and a couple os special events to mark her passing. Sabbatical Journey Part 3: NEPAL Jo reports on the sights, sounds and culture of Nepal - crazy traffic and friendly open people alike. Plus an introduction to Benedict Wilson - our new Assistant Director of Music Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Two important articles on Stewardship and the work of Street Pastors here in Hertford and Ware. Diary See what was on when in October September 2011
Living a God shaped life Jo wonders if we have really responded to the bible challenge.. Also this month's 'View from the Pew' and information on new confirmation groups. Sabbatical Journey Part 2: TIBET Jo reports on the sights, sounds and culture of Tibet - karaoke bars and prayer wheels alike. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Also an article on Organ Donation by Doug Loveridge Diary See what was on when in September July/August 2011
Living God's Love Jo gives some initial insights from her studies, visits and thinking during sabbatical and their meaning for us. Also this month's 'View from the Pew' and the Team Calendar of events. Sabbatical Journey Part 1: CHINA Jo reports on the sights, sounds and culture of China - old and new. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Diary See what was on when in July and August. June 2011
The victory is won Archbishop Rowan Williams reflects on the true meaning of the Easter Message. Also this month's 'View from the Pew', information on a new initiative for young people Transform and the Team Calendar of events. Denise Dilley Gerry Booker's Eulogy from the funeral of this lovely lady Poetry and more Two poems by Mollie Day and an interesting challenge for children. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. . Diary See what was on when in June May 2011
The Good Book With Jo away on Sabbatical we enjoy Nick Sharp's refelction on what a difference there is between a Good Book and The Good Book Also this month's 'View from the Pew' and an introduction to our new Senior's Tea and Thankgiving initiative. APCM A short report on this year's annual meetings. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Further afield Information on a number of outreach intiatives in the area: BASH for 11-16 year olds, Street pastors, Visit Taizé and the Diocesan Retreat led by Jo's brother. . Diary See what was on when in May. April 2011
Palm Sunday Procession With Jo away on Sabbatical we enjoy Robert Thompson's perspective on the start of Holy Week Also an update on how we might create a Welcoming Space at the back of church. Transition Report of a presentation given to HDCT on this important subject. More can be found at www.transitionhertford.org.uk Notes and reports Read Dorothy's last View from the Pew as she steps down as Churchwarden, catch up with the latest , news, forthcoming meetings, events, the annual Eggstroadinary Egg Competition and more. Future Hope A status report on this important aspect of our collective work with young people. . Diary See what was on when in April. March 2011
Go Slow As she prepares for her Sabbatical, Jo encourages us all to to take time to enjoy the presence of God. Also news about what's happening in the Hertford Team (including confirmation of the appointment of Elliot James as Team Curate), Lent Groups and more. Choose Life : Choose Love The many opportunities to join in in Lent. More on all of this at www.livinggodslove.org Notes and reports Catch up with the latest , news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Agree amongst yourselves The (slightly edited) text of a Sermon preached by Geoff Oates at All Saints on Sunday 23rd January to mark the end of the Week of prayer for Christian Unity . Diary See what was on when in March. February 2011
Can I get a better offer? Jo wonders what a 'better offer' really is. Also news about how we will mark the 400th anniversary of the publication of the King James Bible and our celebration for Candlemas.. Living Gods Love The text of Bishop Alan's sermon from the DVD we saw on 16th January. More on all of this at www.livinggodslove.org Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Generation Web:6 In his final article, Nick Sharp asks'What are we goingto do about it?' . Diary See what was on when in February. January 2011
A Happy New Year? Jo asks what is 'happiness' and how we might achieve it. Also news about the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, our Lent Course and a new group for those in years six to nine. Floods in Pakistan John and Fiona Earle describe the wok of Maureen Lines and the Hindu Kush Conservation Association in suppporting flood relief in the remote Kalash valleys in the North West Frontier province. More can be found here. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more: an alternative New Year's Resolution. King James Bible 2001 is the 400th anniversary of the creation of the King James' Bible. Read about a new initiative - Biblefresh to encourgae people to read it. Also news of an online initiative to encourage people to engage with the Bible - the Big Read 2011. Churchwardens at All Saints Here we list those wardens from 1892 to the present day to complete Dorothy' Toyn's article from last month. . Diary See what was on when in January. December 2010
And now for the real Xmas factor? Jo considers how we can all win the (X)mas factor. Also news about a Team Curate and an appreciation of the work of rosemary & Don Graves in managing St John's Hall. Living God's Love An introduction to the journey St Alban's Diocese is inviting us all to make. More at http://www.stalbans.anglican.org/Living-God-s-Love and the dedicated website www.livinggodslove.org Lock In 2010 Chris Oates reports on the all-night action in the Abbey. Also more details of the Crib & Carol festival at St Andrews. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more: 10 good reaons to join a church choir Churchwardens at All Saints Dorothy Toyn has unearthed a list of the Wardens from 1680 onwards. Here we list those up to 1891 . Diary See what's on when in December. November 2010
Lest we forget Jo reflects on memories. Also information on the annual Memorial Service on 28th Nov and a report of a thought-provoking meeting with Janet Scott, a moderator of Churches Together in England. A Scientist reflects on Creation and Faith The reflection given in All Saints' on Sunday 10th October by John Galloway, Professor of Evolutionary Medicine at University College, London. Plus some photographs of the visit of Bishop Paul on 26th September. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Generation Web:5 In his fifth article, Nick Sharp looks at how we guide and protect our young people on-line. Plus information on the plans for Christmas Alone 2010. . Diary See what was on when in November. October 2010
growing together Jo reflects on the Pope's visit to Britain. Also information on the 2010 Bishop's Harvest Appeal. Generation Web: 4 The fourth of Nick Sharp's articles on the impact of new technologies looks at the Dangers of the Internet. Plus a new poem Harvest Moon by Mollie Day. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest registers, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Will Aid A chance to make a will and help charity - irrespective of how you plan to leave your gifts. As All Saints Sunday falls on Halloween we explain how it got the name. Glorious the song when God's the theme Rev Michael Burgess marks Cardinal Newman's beatification by the Pope with a reflection on his life and best known work. Diary See what was on when in October. September 2010
Take a Welcome Break! Jo encourages us to take refreshment. Also news of a visit by the new Bishop of Hertford, the possibility of a Curate etc. Generation Web: 3 The third of Nick Sharp's articles on the impact of new technologies - particularly access 'all the time' whilst 'on the move'. Plus Janet Bird encourages us to extend our welcome even further. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Musical Developments Martin Penny announces two appointments in the Music Department and sets out the plan for 2010-11 Diary See what was on when in September. July/August 2010
G-O-D-I-S-N-O-W-H-E-R-E Jo encourages us to see the positive. Also news from Steve and Stella Banks Generation Web: 2 The second of Nick Sharp's articles on the impact of new technologies - especially social networking Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Events and opportunities More on Commotion on the Common and a couple of Job Opportunties working with young people. Diary See what was on when in July/August. June 2010
A Warm Welcome? Jo wonders just how welcoming we are - along with details of the new welcoming course. Generation Web: 1 This series of articles by Nick Sharp looks at the impact of the internet - especially on young people. (Though this web-edit is being done on a laptop connected wirelessly via a blackberry by a not-so-young person - but not during the sermon!) Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more - up to June 2011! Commotion on the Common A preview of various activities for the summer organised as part of HertFest - plus a review of recent activities by Future Hope. Norah Anderson An appreciation. Diary See what was on when in June. May 2010
The Easter Experience Jo muses of what makes a 'good' Easter and comes up with a suprising answer. Annual Parish Meetings A report on our Finances and Jo's overall summary and report. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Bayford Pinetum and Musings on May A preview of the open day on Saturday 9th May in support of Christian Aid and a meditation on May written by Norah Anderson who passed away on Sunday 18th April. Diary See what was on when in May. April 2010
Cover Our cover features a painting by one of our Art Group New Life, new responsibiities Jo encourages to make a difference for our own lives, for the community and the world we live in. Plus information on the Easter Vigil, Bible Study Notes, the Annual Meetings and the recent Vision Evening Womens fellowship At the AGM in February the Fellowship came to a close. We publish a report by Mary Geering and a short history by Vera Long. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Diary See what was on when in April. March 2010
Thirteen little words Alan Stewart encourages us to grasp the real message of Lent. Plus information on events in Lent, information on the Parish Vision Evening and the full timetable for Bible Studies based on the Bishops' Lent Course Words of Challenge, Words of Life. You can read an introduction here Full information at www.challenge2010.org Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Plus a letter from Bishop Alan 'My Carbon, Their Lives, Our Future - Action on Climate Change' Diary See what was on when in March. February 2010
Cover Our cover features the Bishops' Lent Course Winter warmth on our streets Robert Thompson challenges us to really 'meet and greet'. Plus revised versions of the January pages that didn't get into the printed edition: Nick Sharpe sets us a puzzle or two. Also Ideas for the Hertford Team, and information on Bible Studies and Prayers and Bears.. Words of Challenge, Words of Life The Bishops introduce their course. Full information at www.challenge2010.org Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. Plus the first of our new regular 'View from the Churchwarden's Pew' Its a funny old life John Earle muses on current idiosyncracies in the way we run our lives. Diary See what was on when in February. January 2010
View from Little Amwell Nick Sharpe sets us a puzzle or two. Also Ideas for the Hertford Team, and information on Bible Studies and Prayers and Bears.. Brian Bromley Brian Bromley steps down as Organist and becomes Organist Emeritus after sixty years service. Harlow Foodbank Read all about an excellent local initiative. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. 2010: The early months Norah Anderson urges us to use our talents and make sure we don't allow january to be a dull month. Some Festivals in January And here's just a few of the Saints Days/major events that we could be livening up! Diary See what was on when in January. December 2009
Keep it simple Jo suggests that we need to do less to achieve more in Advent. Plus articles on various services and activities to help achieve this. St Nicholas Lily Pitters, aged 10, tells us about St Nicholas and his activities in Spain and the Netherlands. Advent Norah Anderson tells us about the season that she finds one of the most exciting and challenging. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest register entries, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more - and a poem/prayer for Advent Lent 2010: Two Resources A letter from the Bishops explaining their plans for Lent and giving us all a challenge to deepen our faith and understanding. Christmas Alone 2009 Janet Bird outlines the plans for this important annual activity by Herford & District Churches Together. Diary See what's on when in December November 2009
Are you sitting comfortably? Jo considers the power of stories, our own and others and their connection with God's glory. Plus articles on the Hertford Team and the recent Healing Service Festival! Pictures tell us all about the Festival of Flowers and Music. The magnificently decorated pulpit features on the cover. See the photo in full colour here Notes and reports Catch up with the latest register entries, news, forthcoming meetings, events and more - and a reflection on All Souls' day by Norah Anderson Henry Purcell Michael Burgess introduces one of England's greatest composers on the 350th anniversary of his birth. Our choir sings music by Purcell on Sunday 15th (the nearest to the anniversary of his death). Christmas Alone 2009 Janet Bird outlines the plans for this important annual activity by Herford & District Churches Together. Diary See what's on when in November October 2009
Say it with flowers Jo reflects on how a Flower Festival help us to proclaim the gospel. Plus information on our new Bible Study series, Songs of Praise and 'Prayers and Bears' Festival! Comprehensive information about the Festival of Flowers and Music Harvest Norah Anderson remembers harvests from her youth and shows us how little our dependence on and place in God's Universe has really changed. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more - and why singing is good for you! Fusion A poem by John Earle and a letter from St James the Less about strange goings-on in the crypt. Diary See what was on when in October September 2009
Keep working on your Tapestry of Faith Inspired by the textiles of Elspeth Kemp, Jo encourages us to look at our faith afresh. Plus information on Holy Communion and Swine Flu, new Bible Study courses this autumn, plans for Communion for Children and a report of our farewell to Chris Benham. Martin Penny Our new Director of Music introduces himself. Farewell to Christopher Benham Chris' farewell speech. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. We need bees! John and Fiona Earle explain why Diary See what was on when in Septemberr July/August 2009
Happy Holy Days Jo encourages us to use them to reflect and grow. Plus information on some proposed chages to the 10 am Service pattern and the possible admission of children to communion.. Farewell to Christopher Benham As Chris prepares to stand down as Director of Music, Dorothy Toyn reviews his enormous contribution over nearly twenty years. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, events and more. All good gifts Norah Anderson celebrates some of the many gifts and blessings we receive. Diary See what was on when through out July and August. June 2009
Filled or Fulfilled? Jo wonders if we should perhaps do nothing more often. Plus information on a consultation on our 8.00 am Holy Communion and information on the wine and cheese evening on June 9th. Reaching out to Friends Edwin Godfrey proposes the creation of the 'Friends of All Saints'. Also information on an evening with Claire Berschinger at St Andrew's in aid of the African Children's Educational Trust and the 'Hall for Hertford' project. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, concerts and more. Great Preachers Norah Anderson reviews the field, followed by a recent poem about All saints by Mollie Day Diary See what was on when. May 2009
Confirmation, commitment & celebration Doug Loveridge looks forward to our Confirmation Service on 3rd May Plus Jo's 'state of the union' report to the APCM and plans for a training course for Pastoral Visitors. Annual Meetings Key note report of our Annual Meetings held on Sunday 26th April 2009. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, concerts and more. Shetland Bus John and Fiona Earle tell the little known story of some brave seamen. Diary See what was on when. April 2009
The best and worst of times Jo finds the Good News of Easter in Dickens and our present times Plus plans for Pastoral Visiting and the presentation of their share of Christmas Tree Festival proceeds to Isabel Hospice. Musical News On Sunday 22nd March Jo announced some developments in the Music Department. Read all about it here! Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, forthcoming meetings, competitions and more. Regulars Norah Anderson muses on Easter and John and Fiona Earle review an interesting novel. Diary See what was on when. March 2009
Use Lent thoughtfully Jo challenges us to use art, sculpture, writings, silence, whatever to think about and improve our spiritual journey. Plus John & Sue Horner introduce themselves. What are you doing for Lent? Some ideas and information on Lent Groups, Lent Lunches, Searching for Faith and Confirmation Classes. Also an early trailer for a concert by the Watoto Children's Choir in June. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, register entries, forthcoming meetings, etc. Poetry Pages Doug Loveridge and Mollie Day, two of our resident poets reflect on Mothers, Motoring life in Hertford and the Arrival of Spring. Diary See what was on when. February 2009
Be yourself! Jo reflects on imperfection and God's response. Plus information on forthcoming study opportunities and a call for 'Talents and Stewardship'. New Bishop of St Alban's Information on our bishop-elect. The full story, and video can be found on the Diocesan Web Site. All Saints' Churchyard Dorothy Toyn explains who is responsible for what and how we hope to restore the Churchyard to"a place of beauty and tranquillity, reflecting God's creation". Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, register entries, forthcoming meetings, etc. Update on Afhanistan John & Fiona Earle report on a recent meeting where two people who have lived and worked there described the reality 'on the ground'. Diary See what was on when. January 2009
Christmas Joy? Jo's seasonal message. Plus a radio talk 'Presents' given by Doug Loveridge and information on a new study course Christmas Tree Festival Doug Loveridge and Colin Bird report on a very successful weekend. St John's Hall Rosemary Graves tells the story of our Hall and the very diverse uses it is now put to. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, register entries, forthcoming meetings, etc. Christmas in Bethlehem Norah Anderson reflects on the great story in verse. Conservation in Nepal John & Fiona Earle describe a success Diary See what was on when. December 2008
Christian Stewardship Jo looks at our response to God; God the Creator, God the Saviour and God the Holy Spirit Ninety years on John & Fiona Earle reflect on and contrast the changes. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, register entries, forthcoming meetings, junior church project etc. Poetry Page Two poems by Mollie Day and the new Hertford Hymn by Doug Loveridge Charles & John Wesley Norah Anderson gives the background to two great hymnodists and the founders of Methodism. Diary See what was on when. November 2008
A day in the life Jo tells where her time goes. Also some interesting situations vacant to consider A taste of Cambridge John & Fiona Earle report on an interesting 'taster day' at Queens' College. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, register entries, forthcoming meetings, junior church project etc. Soundbites Christopher Benham previews this month's concerts Christmas Alone 2008 Janet Bird outlines the plans for this important annual activity by Herford & District Churches Together. Diary See what was on when. October 2008
Care for God's creation Jo encourages us to reflect on our responsibilities. Also more news on the new Team. Street Pastors As serious discussions get under way a useful article on Street Pastors by Rowena Godfrey from the Daily Telegraph of June 1st 2008. More information on Street Pastors can be found here. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, register entries, forthcoming meetings, reports etc. Soundbites Christopher Benham previews this month's concerts Queens and Queens Consort The second part of Norah Anderson's article (Part one is here) Diary See what was on when. September 2008
Harvest Candle Our cover features one of the arrangements made by members of our Flower Club during a recent Workshop with Jenny Stutley. New Term, New Start Jo sets out our plans to grow the church in three related articles. One about exciting plans for a new All the family service; a second on our plans for "Back to Church" Sunday.; and a third about the realisation of the plan for a Team Ministry Why Pay the Quota? Edwin Godfrey, Chair of the Finance Committee, looks at where the money goes (and how much comes back!) Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports etc. Solitary John & Fiona Earle report on an evening with Alan Johnston and Norah Anderson considers God's generous gifts to us all as we prepare for Harvest. Diary See what was on when. July/August 2008
Devotion Jo encourages us to think about what it means to be devoted - to God. HertFest 2008 is a year long initiative. read about it and about plans for a special week at the end of July. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports etc. Queens and Queens Consort Norah Anderson considers some powerful women in the first of a two-part article. Diary See what was on when. June 2008
Whats in a name Geoff Oates comes up with some surprising answers Team Meeting On 12th May Jo, Bill, Nick, Alan and Robert presented their ideas on the potential Team Ministry here in Hertford. Read all about it here! Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports, committee membership, opinion survey and more. Praying together David Cramphorn offers a daily Prayer Calendar for the whole town Diary See what was on when. May 2008
Easter Candle Our cover features one of the arrangements made by members of our Flower Club during the recent Workshop with Jenny Stutley Freedom to be ourselves Jo Loveridge encourages us to 'just be'. Also information on plans for the Team Ministry, the talents competition and Ascension Day APCM Read the key reports - including the budget and Jo's Vision for us. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and more. Courage John & Fiona Earle report on an individual's response to conflict. Diary See what was on when. April 2008
New Commissions Our cover celebrates a new station of the cross and associated music specially produced for All Saints as part of the "Stations for Hertford" Lent project. You can read more about it in a Church Times article published on 21st March and accesible on-line here. Meals and invitations Jo Loveridge finds significance in our everyday life Also information on our plans for some exciting Family Services. Loss and Gain John & Fiona Earle weigh up the pros and cons. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest news, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and more. A Churchwarden looks back As his (extended) time as a Churchwarden comes to a close, Richard Toyn reflects on what is involved. Soundbites Summer 2008 Chris Benham previews the coming season. Also a little bit about who St George really was (and no mention of a dragon!). Diary See what was on when. March 2008
Words from the Cross Jo Loveridge reflects on the meaning behind the familiar phrases. Also information on our plans for Mothering Sunday, Good Friday and Confirmation A Royal progress? Details of our services for Holy Week and some special music. Poetry Page Two poems by members of our congregation. Notes and reports Catch up with the registers, latest plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and more. Oddments John & Fiona Earle muse on the difficulties of making major decisions wisely Diary See what was on when February 2008
Do not hold on to me Jo Loveridge considers the need to 'let go'. Also information on the 2008 Lent Course My first year as a bell-ringer Lorraine Brown describes the 'ups' and 'downs' in learning to ring in a team Finance Colin Bird reports on 2007 and looks forward to the challenges in 2008. Stations in Hertford Alan Stewart describes an exciting and imaginative art project for Lent 2008 Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and more. All Nations College Derek Westwood brings us up to date on some couples who worked with us in the past. Nativity play Gillian Harman shares some photographs of Junior Church's instant Nativity Play at Bircherly Court on 16th December Diary See what was on when. January 2008
Whats your greeting? Jo Loveridge considers the options and meanings A week in the life Chorister Chris Oates shares his musical diary in the build up to the Christmas season Only Connect Jo Loveridge's priorities for All Saints and a memory of Dorothy Clements by Janet Bird Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and more. Mindless John & Fiona Earle explore the challenges to our priorities if we are to address Global Warming. Diary See what was on when December 2007
Get ready - quietly! Jo Loveridge reminds us of the real purpose of the Advent season Aschiana Activity Day Gillian Harman reports on the varied activities and learning that took place Notes and reports Catch up with the latest entries in the registers, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and December Soundbites concerts Opportunity John & Fiona Earle wonder if we've really tried had enough to address literacy issues and their huge implications. Christmas Alone 2007 Janet Bird reports on this year's plans and tells us where we can help, either beforehand or on the day. Diary See what was on when. November 2007
All called to be Saints New Vicar Jo Loveridge challenges us all For all the Saints Norah Anderson considers what we can learn from Saints old and new MBE John and Fiona Earle were invested on Thursday 18th October for their work in Afghanistan through Aschiana. They report on the rich variety of people being invested that day and the varied things they had done to earn their honour. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest entries in the registers, plans, forthcoming meetings, reports and November Soundbites concerts Christmas Alone 2007 Janet Bird reports on this year's plans and tells us where we can help, either beforehand or on the day.. Diary See what was on when. October 2007
Whats it worth? Reader Geoffrey Oates nails down the answer! Festival of Flowers and Music Pictures from our recent Festival. Ants John and Fiona Earle wonder what we can learn. Also a short article on wills and the parish policy on legacies. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest entries in the registers, plans, forthcoming meetings and reports. Also an update on Asciana and its plans. Harvest Norah Anderson remembers harvest activities from her childhood. Soundbites Christopher Benham previews this month's Soundbites concerts. Diary See what was on when. September 2007
All good gifts around us Reader Janet Bird muses on the implications of the theme of our forthcoming Festival of Flowers and Music. Formal announcement of Rev Jo Loveridge's appointment and a short autobiography.
Festival Update Dorothy Toyn shares the latest plans and activities My Voluntary Experience A young Iraqui Doctor, studying for a Master's degree, explains why he does voluntary work in London. John and Fiona Earle set the context Notes and reports Catch up with the latest entries in the registers, plans, forthcoming meetings and reports. Quiet Northamptonshire Norah Anderson looks at what has and hasn't changed in the rural idyll. Diary See what was on when July/August 2007
Human Fraility - God's Love The sermon preached by Archbishop Rowan Williams on Easter Day at Canterbury Cathedral Arran John and Fiona Earle share happy experiences from the island Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings and reports. Oliver Cromwell Norah Anderson looks at his life and times. Soundbites July 2007 Christopher Benham previews this month's Soundbites concerts - and the forthcoming Autumn Season Diary See what was on when June 2007
Pentecost Reader Geoffrey Oates breathes some life into questions of life, wind and power. Also a short article about our Diocesan Patron St Alban. Peter Stubbs Janet Bird (the other 'short churchwarden') has expanded her address from Peter's funeral with other people's memories in tribute to a quiet but dedicated servant of All Saints. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings and reports. HOST John and Fiona Earle mark the 20th anniversary of this important, but little known charity. Victorian Novels and Novelists Norah Anderson shares her views on Dickens, Trollope and others Soundbites June 2007 Christopher Benham previews this month's Soundbites concerts - and the Music Marathon on June 9th Diary See what was on when May 2007
Spring is sprung Reader Janet Bird rejoices. Also a couple of reports and a book review Treasurer's report Colin Bird gives the facts. Also infomation on the Harvest Festival of Flowers and Music From the registers Read the latest entries and appreciations Friendship John and Fiona Earle wonder how friendly we are. Also information on Christian Aid Week Rogation Norah Anderson remembers Rogation Sunday and your editor attempts to explain what Rogation is. Soundbites Summer 2007 Christopher Benham reports on plans for the new season and gives some May highlights Diary See what was on when April 2007
Easter is who we are Reader Geoffrey Oates explains Memorable moments John & Fiona Earle look back and ask us to do the same. Also infomation on the new Electoral Roll and the Annual meetings Eastertide at All Saints Flowers, Bells and the latest on our search for a new priest. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings, the new Soundbites season, and read about our idea for the Autumn fund raising event! The two Charles Norah Anderson considers the lives and times of two of our monarchs. Our picture editor picks the wrong Charles II (Spain not Britain!) Diary See what was on when March 2007
What is the meaning of Lent? Reader Janet Bird explains Carbon and us In response to the recent scientific report on Global Warming, Richard Chartres, Bishop of London has decided not to fly for a year. John & Fiona Earle look at some of the issues around global warming and what we can do to reduce our own contributions. Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings, and read about Fairtrade Fortnight, Diocesan Retreats and much more! Charles Wesley Herbert McGonigle talks about one of Wesley's greatest hymns in the year of his tercentenary. Concerts Information on March's Soundbites concerts and two musical events to mark Holy Week Diary See what was on when February 2007
Do we need a Vicar? Reader Geoffrey Oates mulls it over Stewardship 2007 Treasurer Colin Bird reports on our finances in 2006 and looks ahead to 2007 Notes and reports Catch up with the latest plans, forthcoming meetings, and read about the Flower Club and the work of our Maintenance Team Registers Read the lastest entries Village life betwen the wars Norah Anderson recalls her early life in a North Bucks village. Concerts Information on February's Soundbites concerts and an evening concert on 24th February by award winning pianist Richard Uttley, promoted jointly with UHArts Diary See what was on when January 2007
New Year - new targets, new goals, same God Rev. Gerry Booker, our Hon Curate, reflects at the start of another year Down by the Sea Pippa Jenkins reports on our October Activity Day Look with your heart Cecil Elliston Ball considers the positive attitude of a remarkable young man The Gospel - Christian Aid and the churches Read the views of Rt Rev John Gladwin, Bishop of Chelmsford and Chair of Christian Aid Notes Read about our Christmas Fayre financial result, forthcoming events and 'from the registers' Health and safety John & Fiona Earle weigh up Health and Safety (and the Trades Descriptions Act!), managed risk and Common Sense Soundbites Winter 2007 Christopher Benham reports on plans for the new season and gives some January highlights Diary See what was on when. December 2006
Christmas - a time for us or a time for Christ? Reader Janet Bird wonders if we have our priorities right Global Warmth: Life - Love Brian Bromley challenges us to care for our world more thoughtfully - right in All Saints Christmas Alone 2006 Janet Bird, with her Hertford and District Churches Together hat on, lays out the plan for the 2006 Christmas Day party at Sele School and shows where we can help. Registers Life stages passed in October/November Notes Read plans for the Christmas Fayre, and the activities of the Mothers Union and Women's Fellowship In memoriam Norah Anderson offers some verses to ponder as we prepare for our annual Commemoration of Faithful Departed Charities Great and Small John & Fiona Earle look at the different contributions charities can make and examines the work of one small charity in the Palas valley, Northern Pakistan Diary See what was on when - count the carol services (actually there were more - your editor missed at least three and the 9L&C). November 2006
Fireworks in heaven? Reader Geoffrey Oates looks at our Autumn festivals sacred and secular and hopes we find time for the Saints amongst the fun Harvest Supper Charles Murkin reports on a large gathering who came to enjoy themselves and to say farewell to Bill Kemm, our Vicar of fourteen years, and his wife Jean (to say nothing of Harry!). Registers Hatches and Matches in October - and more on All Saints and All Souls Letter from Bill & Jean Bill and Jean write in reponse to their farewell week. Notes Read plans for the Christmas Fayre, and the activities of the Mothers Union and Women's Fellowship Future + Hope Soundbites Soundbites was ten years old this month, Christopher Benham reports on the recitals planned to mark the occasion. Your editor feels obliged to mention that not all went to plan and our 'home team' gave a splendid (almost impromptu) concert on 8th to great acclaim. Diary See what was on when. From earlier editions
Oct 2006 Fourteen Happy Years Bill Kemm reflects on his ministry here and elsewhere (over forty years) as he retires to Nutley The Vacancy Bill explains what will happen. Registers The entries for Aug/Sept September 2006 Registers The entries for July 
