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Please read an article written by Martyn and Sue Dell about packaging It’s a Wrap. We would be interested to hear of your experience – do you have examples of good practice you could share – equally, have you come across examples of shocking waste? If you have photos you would like to share please send them to Ellie at – potr.alton@btinternet.com

Please see the leaflet below for assistance to local residents during this new lockdown. Please share this with people who you feel would benefit. Many groups are continuing to support people during this difficult time.

It is really important that you have a confirmed booking for services on Sunday 20th December and on Christmas Day. Please email potr.alton@btinternet.com to do so and don’t leave it too late.    We also have lots of Online services if you would prefer to worship from home or unable to get a place at a church service.

Did you know that whenever you buy anything online – from your weekly shop to your annual holiday – you could be raising free donations for Parish of the Resurrection with easyfundraising? There are over 4,000 shops and sites on board ready to make a donation – including eBay, Argos, John Lewis, ASOS, Booking.com and M&S – and it won’t cost you a penny extra to help us raise funds. All you need to do is: 1. Go to Easy…

Jo now has copies of the Christmas catalogue that she’s happy to deliver around the POTR. In it you’ll  find lovely gift ideas, clothing, craft and food. There are also some interesting articles on the products and producers so when you give your gift you can share the story behind it. Every purchase from Traidcraft makes a difference to someone’s life. To get a copy of the catalogue you can contact Jo, 07980 371034, jo@mcgregorfamily.org.uk or browse online, traidcraftshop.co.uk, Jo will happily order and deliver…

It’s the time of year when we celebrate Harvest Festivals in our churches, schools and around the community. Obviously we need to look at this with a difference and some creativity this year. I thought it worth letting you all know the plans that we have put into place which extends the article which was in October’s edition of Sunrise. We have already enjoyed a good online service on Sunday 27th September put together by our Parish Eco Group. If…

The new Traidcraft catalogue has arrived with some great ideas for gifts that really make a difference. The catalogue can be viewed online at www.traidcraftshop.co.uk or Jo is happy to deliver paper copies to addresses in Alton, Beech and Holybourne. Orders can be placed by calling Jo on 01420 87680, 07980 371034 or emailing jo@mcgregorfamily.org.uk. Face masks are also back in stock in large and medium sizes

Firstly, thank you to everyone who completed the Survey of Church life since lockdown, 90 returns were received. The Futures Group (Robin Kemp, Elspeth Mackeggie Gurney, Helen Walters, Martyn Edwards & Matthew Bayliss) are now in the process of analysing the results before presenting recommendations on service style & content and wider issues to the PCC early in 2021. The group will continue to seek views and will consult with individuals & groups throughout the Autumn.

  If you would like to attend any of these services you will need to book a place for you, and any family members who live with you who wish to attend. Please contact Philippa, via email (potr.alton@btinternet.com) to reserve your place. If you cannot use email, and would prefer to telephone, please contact the churchwarden or the Focal Minister of the church you would like to attend (Ministry Team phone numbers can be found here).   On arrival at…