Monthly Archives: October 2008

Singing in the choir

Posted on October 31, 2008 by Administrator

Returned from my short trip to Norfolk after a simply horrid journey home on the dreaded M25 (2.5 hrs became just over 4.5hrs) which is no fun at all with a tiny tot! One of the delights of the visit … Continue reading →

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And off to the olds!

Posted on October 30, 2008 by Administrator

After a most pleasant day spent with good friends yesterday and rejoicing at the news that Simon is to be the next chaplain to the Bishop of Norwich, we set sail (well drive but that sounds less exciting) further up … Continue reading →

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The Godfather

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Administrator

Today the family Tomlinson are travelling to the Suffolk coast to catch up with friends, Simon and Georgette (the parents) and Nathaniel and Benedict (the boys). It is always a pleasure to do so – especially as I am Godfather … Continue reading →

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As the sun sets….

Posted on October 28, 2008 by Administrator

Is the sun setting on the Church of my baptism? I am only 34 years old yet, in the few decades since my childhood, the Church of England has changed beyond recognition. Perhaps these facts (a list by no means … Continue reading →

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Holiness in humility

Posted on October 26, 2008 by Administrator

Every Sunday at 6.30pm a faithful few gather in S. Barnabas’ for ‘Evensong & Benediction’. Unlike the Solemn Mass of the morning -which is bustling and hectic- this service is lucky to attract double figures. This doesn’t surprise me; twice … Continue reading →

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Oremus!

Posted on October 25, 2008 by Administrator

This morning, being the fourth Saturday in the month, and according to Saint Barnabas’ most recent custom, Mass was offered in Latin. as we honoured the martyrs S. Crispin and Crispinian. This wonderful monthly liturgy, which unites us to Christians … Continue reading →

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Requiem Mass: Fr. David Russell

Posted on October 24, 2008 by Administrator

At noon today we will be gathering in Church for the Solemn Requiem Mass of Fr. David Russell. The following tribute to him was sent to me by Fr. Paul Jones, who worshipped here prior to ordination training: Fr. Paul … Continue reading →

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The infamous stones!

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Administrator

Couldn’t resist posting this amazing photograph of the gallstones removed from my dear wife’s innards yesterday! The human body really is a most incredible thing- and little wonder these particular beauties were causing the lovely Mrs. T such considerable pain!!! … Continue reading →

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Thursday is Barna-babies!

Posted on October 23, 2008 by Administrator

On arriving in the parish 3 years ago it became obvious that a lack of early years provision was affecting our impoverished parish and needed tackling head on. Prior to opening our fantastic Pre-school, we launched a weekly mother and … Continue reading →

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School Mass for All Saints

Posted on October 22, 2008 by Administrator

Today we enjoyed another wonderful school mass, (the photo is actually of the previous one for Harvest!) This Mass was offered for all the Saints and we considered both those Saints with a big ‘S’, whose lives of inspiration led … Continue reading →

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