06 Nov 18
"We will remember them"
As part of the nation-wide commemoration of the centenary of the signing of the Armistice and cessation of hostilities the bells of St. Laurence Ansley were rung from 12.30 p.m. on Sunday 11th November 2018. Taking part were:
1 Maureen Web,
2 Ian Antill,
3 Christopher Guise,
4 Margaret Antill
5&6 Anthony Truelove
Methods rung were Little Bastow and Grandsire Doubles
(Photographs to follow as soon as IT issues sorted)The hot sun shone and many people came to our festival this year, with the theme of “Rest”. We had many comments in our visitor’s book reflecting on the peace that they found. It is very r...
It is with great pleasure that I would like to welcome you to St Laurence. Frances, my wife, and I have received a very warm welcome ourselves, so you will not be disappointed when you visit St Laurence. I am also the Curate of the other churches in Ansley and Arley – St John’s, St Michael’s and St Wilfrid’s.
Being in a rural and farming area in the north part of Coventry Diocese is like coming home for us. A number of years ago I pastored a church in rural Norfolk which was mainly surrounded by arable farms with some pigs and chickens. The strong sense of community life was something very special. This should be particularly valued in these days when many folk live such individual, separate and often lonely lives.
We have just had hot off the press a visiting card which I hope reflects what our church stands for: ‘You will not walk alone. Together we are with you on life’s journey’. Over these next weeks, months and years, I hope we can get to know you better and that you will find Frances and myself not just ‘churchy’ people but friends as well, who enjoy life and plenty of laughter!
Rev John's Jottings - 'One season following another, laden with happiness and tears' Living in Ansley at harvest time and enjoying the church's flower festival is something quite special. St Laurence has been host for the 55th year to a spectacular flower festival which never fails to delight all who attend. ...