A message from the Vicar
Like many other 'Friends' organisations, the aim is to support our churches in various ways, but mainly by providing financial assistance for the upkeep of the fabric. As I'm sure you are aware, keeping any building in good order can be costly. When the buildings are of the age of St. Nicholas' and St. Barnabas', the cost is considerable. We are fortunate that our predecessors have generally maintained our churches to a high standard; our duty is to ensure that we pass on a similar legacy to our successors.  I do hope that you are able to support our work by becoming a 'Friend'. Whatever your contribution, you can be sure that it will be used to good effect to maintain our ancient parish church in Abbey Fields, and its mission church in Albion Street.

Richard Awre - Vicar

Why become a friend?

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You may love the churches and the fact that, without them, the normal rites of life - baptism, weddings and funerals - could not take place.  But you may hesitate to give a total commitment in terms of faith and commitment to God.

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You may have a personal or family connection with our churches but are not able to attend regularly because you live away from the area. 

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You may already be an active member of our churches - but the friends organisation will concentrate on maintaining the fabric of our buildings rather than its day-to-day running costs.