THE PARISH BLOG NEW YEAR’S HONOURS LIST

It would not be possible to publish all the names and photos of the dozens of parishioners who deserve a gong for their achievements in 2012.   But during the past twelve months we did manage to mention a few of them in your blog

First on our list has to be all those who offer biscuits and cake to the hungry and coffee to those who thirst, deal with the dirty dishes and clean the place up afterwards.    In October your blog published a photo of this lovely quartet who, together with all the others of you who take your turns on the rota, serve us in this humble duty, and so deserve first place in our honours list.  

 The next group who must be honoured are those volunteers who help to improve the appearance of our churches by making the area surrounding our buildings more attractive and welcoming.    Some do it by planting and tending flowers, while this group, photographed for your blog in April, brought light into the garden of St Anne’s.    But no time to rest on your laurels, guys.    Just a few more months and it’s all going to have to be done again!

 Now to acknowledge the excellent work undertaken by those who lead and run Parish groups we select as an example the leaders of the ever popular Friendship Club, whom we blogged in July.       We think the bunch that organize this super group should be honoured by being known as Team CB.

Of course, somebody has to plan, delegate, cajole and remind others to ensure that things happen.   If that doesn’t work they do it themselves.   Such people deserve a gold medal each, and the titles that so often go with them.    This photo, taken in July, is of Sir Danny presenting Dame Cathy with a Papal Blessing, which is an even more prestigious award than being honoured in the Parish Blog.