Chaplaincy and Chap-Aid Annual General Meeting 2010

We were delighted to be able to host the extremely successful annual Chaplaincy AGM this year for approximately 60 people. The day's events were held in nearby Alles sur Dordogne, as we no longer have access to a Salle de Fêtes in Limeuil itself. 

After an informal reception with coffee and biscuits, we congregated for a service of Holy Communion at the church, and then a short walk back to the salle for an excellent lunch.  In the afternoon the AGM took place, which was followed in turn by the AGM for Chapaid.

All papers, which had been circulated in advance, included interesting reports from each sector on its highlights and officers' reports. Following this there was an opportunity to ask questions.  The Chaplain summarised what had taken place over the last year, and looked forward to the coming year.  Elections and nominations then took place. 

It was good to see so many people together reviewing the past year, and planning for the future in harmony.

The Hot Flush Fund!

After years of chilly winter services and 'inconvenience' we are, at long last, able to go ahead with a project to install electric heating in the church and construct an indoor toilet with hot and cold water.

We are very appreciative of the assistance from the Chaplaincy (a generous contribution), and the Limeuil Mairie (project management and administration) without which we would not be able to commence work so soon.

We anticipate the work starting in September this year and being completed before the winter sets in (many parishioners have both fingers and legs crossed for this timetable!)

We are actively fund-raising and seeking donations to ensure that this work is completed promptly for the comfort and convenience of all parishioners.

Your help will be most appreciated.

Midsummer Soirée At Bayac

Once again, we experienced a lively and entertaining evening in spite of very unseasonable and inclement weather. As usual, thanks to the kind hospitality of Gillian and Ian Strachan, the evening was held in the barn at their home.

We were right royally entertained by the Duke's Band and amused by the Scott duo (Christine and Colin) who "Yes, They Remember It Well". There was singing that moved us, and singing that made us smile. A delicious meal and good fellowship added to the success of the evening.

Treasure Hunt

Quite a number of us enjoyed a challenging tour of the beautiful countryside between Belvès and Monflanquin, ending up at the home of David Albrecht for a well-earned BBQ-style meal. The journey along the leafy lanes was taken at a leisurely pace in order to enjoy the area which was new to many of the 'hunters', but the clues and general knowledge quiz devised by Bob and Gill Sweetman were as taxing as ever. A thoroughly enjoyable day was had by all.

Future Dates for your Diary

* In addition to our own charities for this year, we are pleased to be associated with Association Humanitaire de Dordogne (AHD), a charity dedicated to assisting children from Chernobyl. For further details on their work and future charitable events please contact Ian Strachan or Allan Robins.

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