The new Vicar of St Peter and St Paul Church, Claire Harald, has said, “Come and say, hello”. Whether you see her in the Post Office, Tesco or in the Village Hall, she invites you to go and chat to her.
Claire and husband Toby, with their three daughters moved to Flitwick from Letchworth in early May.
Claire shared that she has received a wonderful welcome from the people of Flitwick, and also remarked how lovely it was to live and minister in a town that has both an urban and rural feel.
Claire, who previously worked as a Children and Families Worker and who discovered her faith when she was in her 30s, said she was drawn to Flitwick Church because it was a church that embraced variety and creativity and alongside that, is an inclusive church for all people.
She added that she was looking forward to the Church continuing to build its relationship with the community as we move on in recovering from the pandemic.
Flitwick Church is currently getting its groups and activities back off the ground, by reinstating the choir for children, young people, and adults; Little Fishes toddler and baby group; and continuing with the wonderful work of Flitwick Food Extra, which has provided ingredients, recipes, and activity booklets to families in the town.
They are also planning to look at new ways of serving the needs of the community in the months ahead, specifically to include activities/groups for all ages.
Church on a Sunday offers a variety of services for all – young, slightly older(!), new to faith or having been to church all their lives.
These services include a 9.00am Sunday Celebration on the lawn outside the Church, (bring a chair, picnic rug and maybe your dog too!) with refreshments after the service.
This is followed by the 10.30am service inside the Church… again with refreshments after! Additional services, including a ‘Baby Loss’ and ‘Blue Christmas’ service occur during the year, as well as a variety of celebrations.
Open daily from 9.00am to 4.00pm, St Peter & St Paul is a wonderful place to sit quietly and give yourself space and peace – all are welcome.
For further information about St Peter and St Paul, please visit https://www.flitwickchurch.org/
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