Standing with Giants

ReplyForward A group from the Benefice Churches had a great time doing their bit to get a few more silhouettes ready to be shipped off to Normandy. We applaud the huge effort by Dan Barton on this amazing project. Standing with Giants will install a staggering 1,475 silhouettes across the wild meadow fields of the … [Read more…]

Thank you!

So many people contribute to church life across the Benefice; not all of them come to services regularly (or even occasionally). But they quietly get on with so many different tasks, often unseen and usually unthanked. It was decided that these often unsung heroes should be unsung no more! A Benefice “Thank You” party was … [Read more…]

Epiphany Christingle

This joyful celebration of Jesus as Light of the World was a special way to start 2024. It brought all ages together in a circle of light around the church, spreading a message of HOPE. Having the Church Bells ringing and the Standlake Belles playing the handbells made the event extra special.

BINGO! Saturday 16th December

Come and join us at Stanton Harcourt Village Hall. Doors open 6:30, Eyes down 7:30 Bar, Optional Christmas Fancy Dress (for a prize)

St Giles Leaf Clear – November 2023

A HUGE thank you from our Rector, Jo, for the tremendous effort of many kind villagers who gave of their time to come and help clear the churchyards in Standlake of leaves. It was the most successful churchyard clear to date, and we are hugely grateful for everyone’s kindness is helping to keep this community … [Read more…]

From the Rectory – July 23

Wonder, the Trinity and a chemistry lesson I like to wonder. Wonder at the stars when sitting outside on a crisp, clear evening. Wonder at birdsong first thing in the morning. Wonder at the miracle of life, love and everything in between. So, when recently I was asked to explain the Trinity to 100 primary … [Read more…]