Notices and Events

Ringing World National Youth Competition: The RWNYC is coming to Nottingham on Saturday 4th July.  This is an opportunity for young bellringers from all over the country to converge for a day of competition and ringing.  There will be 44 teams and about 350 young ringers in total, all accompanied by nearly as many adults.  St. John’s Beeston will be one of the host towers and there will be visiting teams throughout the day so the bells will be ringing out from around 10am until about 4pm.  Three of our own youngsters are competing in the Nottingham team. So if you happen to be passing through Beeston on that Saturday, listen out and know that we are helping to support the future generations of this very English tradition, while sharing the wonderful sound of the bells of St John’s.

‘Green Pastures’ Dementia Friendly Service: The next service will be on Tuesday 7th July from 2pm-3pm. This is a short service of music, prayers and reflection, with tea & coffee afterwards.

Mothers Union: Thursday 9th July, 2.15pm. Meeting in church for the Beeston group of diocesan members. Any questions – contact Pat Atkins 925 6327.

Coffee Morning in aid of British Heart Foundation: Saturday 1st August 10am-12pm at 18 Varden Avenue, Lenton Abbey, NG9 2SJ. £2.50 entry. Unlimited tea and coffee plus raffle, cakes and book stalls. In loving memory of Gerald. Cynthia Valentine-Comery

Adam Field – is going to the World Scout Jamboree 2027 in Poland. A huge thank you to everyone who has so generously donated and supported. There’s an update and photos from the ride on the GoFundMe page. Thank you again!  https://gofund.me/da9f01387 

Eco Corner: Feed the Birds? Feed seasonally. Feed safely. If you’re one of the many who enjoy seeing birds come to your garden feeders, are you aware of the important new guidelines issued by the RSPB? They are urging everyone NOT to use flat feeding stations such as bird tables and other tray feeders. These can allow waste food and bird droppings to build up. Parasites can thrive in these conditions, and are causing disease which is leading to a decline in some species. You may wish to stop feeding altogether at this time of year when there’s lots of natural food around that birds can access. For more information contact the RSPB or visit https://www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happening/news/how-to-help-garden-birds

Parish Office: Please note that Kathryn will be on annual leave w/c 6th, 13th & 20th July.