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Hothorpe Hall, Theddingworth, Leicestershire was the
location of our Parish Weekend between 31st August and 2nd September
2007. We were pleased to welcome Revd Canon Adrian Daffern, Precentor
of Coventry Cathedral who lead three very engaging and entertaining sessions along the theme 'Hearing
with the Heart'. Adrian, who is also an accomplished musician,
demonstrated the parallels between the soloist and our personal prayer
life; the similarities of chamber music and being involved in small
church groups; how being part of an orchestra is similar to being in a
larger church congregation, but with the added question about who should
be 'conducting' in church.
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Over the weekend there was plenty of time to enjoy fun,
fellowship and worship together or to take time out to find some peace.
There were special activities for our young people to enjoy plus plenty
of free time for
everyone to enjoy their own thing, from quiet walks to playing basket
ball, table tennis, pool and football - but never a dull moment! |
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Revd Canon Adrian Daffern |
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Enjoying an afternoon walk |
Helping ourselves to the
excellent food |
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We came together
on Saturday evening for some fun time, enjoying quizzes and a talent
spot with poetry, drama, magic tricks, comedy and music all on offer.
There were many highlights, including Mark and Craig getting everyone
singing as they played their ukuleles! |
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After breakfast
on Sunday morning, Adrian lead the final session before preaching at our
service of Holy Communion and playing the piano for some of our hymns. Our
final meal on Sunday afternoon was followed by Richard saying a few words of
thanks and presenting Adrian with a gift to show our appreciation for
his special contribution to our weekend. |
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