Christmas Letter from the Vicarage — (p4&5) Revd Neil Lambert
Ashes Good Neighbours —(p8) A rallying cry and an invitation for coffee
Poets Corner—(p9) Seasonal inspiration from BMS
Meet the Local—(p10) Graham Thomas, Treasurer of Shawfield SSA
Vote now to help The Chapel! – (p11) Alex Sanderson shares news about the local Co-op Community Fund to support local food projects
From my Nona with love —(p14) Delicious Christmas Panettone recipe
Jesus and his manger — (p15) A lovely reflection by Val Hoppichler
What’s on this Christmas — (p16& 17) Local Christmas Events
January Diary —(p19) diary dates for the New Year
Bible Study (Philippians 2:1-16) (p20 & 21) – Helen Lambert
A place of welcome— (p22) Christmas greetings from Fr Robin at Holy Angels
Ash Ranges Latest — (p23) An update from Tim at ‘Save our Spaces’
Low Waste Christmas – (p24 &25) Top tips from Twin Larder
Try something new this winter – (p26) – Seasonal fun
Christmas Trees are for Life in Uganda — (p27)
St Nicholas day Lantern Craft – (p28)
I want to live forever—(29) Scrivener
Help is at Hand! – (p30) Useful numbers
We welcome fun, informative and local interest items! The copy deadline for the Feb/March 2022 issue is 10th Jan 2022. Emails please to: parishioner@ash-vale.org.uk
Cover image by Dan Austin
The Christingle Journey
24th Dec at St Mary’s, arrival time slots 3-6pm
It’s like Christingle, but more interactive! Join us at St Mary’s to see the Shepherds, make a Christingle, sing carols, taste locally brewed beer at the Inn, and meet Mary, Joseph and Jesus in the stable.
Please text to book your arrival time 07730 609446 Donations in aid of The Children’s Society