Rev Ian Smith appointed at Renhold

On Sunday 29 September Bishop Richard had prepared a statement regarding the appointment of Rev Ian Smith which was read out at both Renhold and Flitton Churches at the same time. It read; I am delighted to confirm that the Reverend Ian Smith is to be the new Minister in Charge (0.5) of the Benefice … Read more

Rev Dave Bell announces his retirement

At the Palm Sunday service on 14 April, which Dave Bell did not attend because he was unwell,  Rev Ian Smith read a letter from Dave Bell to the congregation in which he stated that he will be retiring from the benefice. The exact date of his retirement has not been finalised but he will … Read more

Lent Course: “Who is my neighbour?”

This course will  run throughout Lent within the Benefice . Each of the sessions takes a look at our world in a multi faith society focusing on Judaism, Islam and Christianity. We will look at their foundations faith, history; major events, key players and the basic ethos of Judaism, Islam and our Christian faith.  This … Read more

Advent Course 2018

The weeks building up to Christmas are one of the most difficult times for us to focus on God. We can feel the weight of buying gifts, preparing for guests, putting up the Christmas tree and fitting in parties alongside our regular lives. Sometimes it feels more like work than celebration. It takes great intentionality … Read more

Diocese Christmas Video 2018

The Diocese hope that the video will be seen by those  that are already regular worshipers to both enjoy and share it. However the Diocese is mainly  aiming it at those who currently have little or no contact with the church. It is hoped that as many people as possible will view this film online and … Read more

Christmas Visit to Luton Christian Bookshop

A visit to the book shop is being arranged for Thursday 29th November 7.30pm The Maple Close Home Group have organised a visit to the bookshop to see the Christmas cards, gifts and Traidcraft goods that are now on sale. There is a good range of Christian books and Bibles. Seasonal refreshments are being provided … Read more

Visit to Balliol College Oxford 21 October

As many of you may know, Balliol College Oxford are the Patrons of both Flitton and Pulloxhill churches and have therefore been involved in the history and decision making of our Benefice. We have been invited to Balliol by the College Chaplain, the Revd. Canon Bruce Kinsey on Sunday 21 October. This is open to anyone … Read more

Great Vicarage Tea Party

Once again Dave & Kath entertained members of the congregations from all 3 Churches in the Benefice to an excellent tea party. Having better contacts than many of us do the weather was very favourable after the deluge and hailstones from the previous day. Over 80 people accepted their kind invitation to the tea party … Read more

Visit to Luton Christian Bookshop

A visit to the book shop is being arranged for Thursday 30th August 7.30pm The Book shop have kindly offered to open on the above evening to allow anyone from our Benefice (and any friends) to visit, see what the shop sell and do. Enjoy a browse at the wide range of Bibles, study notes, … Read more

The Benefice PCCs enjoy social evening together

On Monday evening 9 July Dave & Kath Bell hosted a social gathering for members and their partners of all three PCCs  in the Benefice together with the ministry team. Blessed with a fine evening everyone gathered in the garden to meet up with old friends and make new friends from the other Churches and … Read more