Normanton on Soar

QUIET SPACES AT ST JAMES’, NORMANTON ON SOAR. The next Julian group meeting will be on February 22 at 6.30pm. All are welcome to these contemplative groups.

These regular monthly Julian meetings encourage one another in the practice of contemplative prayer. Julian of Norwich’s writings encourage us to be still, silent and receptive in God’s presence, trusting Him to make Himself known to us.

After a brief introduction, our times together are based on the simple idea of spending at least half an hour together in silence, waiting on God and are open to anyone who would like to come. You can find more information on the website: www. thejulianmeetings.net or email sue.archbold@ btinternet.com (842341) or carolynmbrock@yahoo.co.uk .

NORMANTON ON SOAR MEN’S ASSOCIATION. On Monday February 28, Gareth Howell will be leading a talk about “Medieval Medicine: Superstition and Science.”

We will meet at 7:30pm for an 8pm start at The Plough, Normanton on Soar. Gareth has spoken to us before, his presentations are always informative and entertaining. He is an accomplished presenter, including radio. Contact John Herrington (01509 646240) for more information.

NORMANTON ON SOAR COMMUNITY SHOP. The shop, post-COVID, is still only open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday mornings from 10am to 1pm due to a shortage of volunteers.

If you are able to spare a couple of hours a week and would like to help please call during opening hours or contact the shop on 01509646464. A loyalty scheme has also now been introduced, buy eight coffees and get the ninth one free. the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth’s accession to the throne.

The Queen ascended to the throne on February 6 in 1952 following the death of her father, King George Vi. She was in Kenya at the time and became the first sovereign in more than 200 years to accede while abroad. The service at Stanford on Soar was followed by cake to celebrate the occasion.

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