Bride Valley News

FROM THE CLERGY

A few minutes to read this article and the rest of the Bride Valley News on another day of another week, in the month of May and getting on for half way through another year.  And where is this reading being done: in bed at the end of a busy day; over breakfast to the accompaniment of radio or television; whilst waiting for the potatoes to boil; during a mid-morning gardening break?  If you are like me, there is simply too much going on to be able to sit down at leisure with diary in hand, read the news fully and note down the significant events.  Time, we have been told, is money, and so every moment of every day should not be wasted.  We are to use our waking lives earning, saving or spending ideally, but certainly not busily. 

But is there really too much going on for us to find time to 'do nothing' (a contradiction in terms)?  Will our lives really be depleted if we are not filling every day with activity and entertainment?  Or are our lives being depleted because we fill every moment with activity and entertainment?  I rather suspect the last, and certainly the Christian is called to follow the example of Jesus, and take time out, to refresh the spirit, to be in touch with God. 

This May I'm going to make a real effort to remember individually each day, not because of a meeting or event I attend, but because of something I feel or encounter which makes me aware that I am a human being brought into existence by a loving God, rather than a reference on a credit card. 

If it's warm I'll have my breakfast porridge outside, and sit for a while listening to the music of the countryside.  I'll hear a buzzard mewing, a gull calling from the church tower, a wren announcing its presence in the hedge.  I'll smell new-mown grass later on in the day, and be aware of gardens full of beauty and fragrance.  I'll observe the trees greening up and the freshness of the new leaves.  I'll exult in the long warm evenings and the sun bedding down for the night.  I'll sit in a crowded place and pleasure in people walking by, all so individual, and all my brothers and sisters in creation.  Yes, something along these lines I will try and do everyday, so that when it is time to go to bed, I can thank God on my knees, especially for that little sight or incident which I had time to experience and which made the day unique.  I'll thank God too that I was able to have the freedom to take time-out, and pray for those for whom life means captivity for whatever reason. 

Anthony Ashwell

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Valley Notes

The Bride Valley Team Council holds its Annual General Meeting on Thursday 15th May at 7.30 pm at Puncknowle Church Hall.

Noyes Fludde (Benjamin Britten)

Salisbury Cathedral will be the setting for two spectacular performances of Noyes Fludde, presented by 300 children from nine schools in the Salisbury diocese, on 9th and 10th July at 7 pm.  Tickets (£5; £2 aged 16 and under), all unreserved, are available from Salisbury Playhouse (01722 320222).

Southern Cathedrals Festival - Salisbury 2003

This is to be held at the Cathedral from Wednesday 16th July until Sunday 20th July.  Posters are to come, but booking brochures are available from the Cathedral, tourist information centre, or by e-mailing litmus@salcath.co.uk, or sending an S.A.E. to 21 Harnwood Road, Salisbury, SP2 8DD

THE BRIDE VALLEY (THURSDAY) FELLOWSHIP GROUP

The group meets on Thursday evenings and alternates between Prayer and Bible Study.  Arriving from 7.30p.m. we begin at 7.45p.m. aiming to finish by about 9.15p.m.  All are most welcome.  For further details contact Paul ..., Tel ...

MAY 1    COLOSSIANS 2. 11-12    6 Baglake, Litton Cheney

MAY 8  PRAYER  West Lodge, Littlebredy

MAY 15    COLOSSIANS 2.13-15         12 Napier Close, Puncknowle

MAY 22  PRAYER      7 Norburton, Burton Bradstock

MAY 29  NO MEETING

THE BRIDE VALLEY (WEDNESDAY) BIBLE STUDY GROUP

For the summer we shall be splitting into two, with the west end following the east end's Lent course on the Passion according to St. Mark, and the east end looking at the west end's 'Seven Deadly Sins', which the latter also examined in Lent.  All the sessions begin on Wednesdays at 7.30pm with refreshments and can last for up to two hours or so.  Please do come along if you can, you will be most welcome. 

East End

14th May               5 Green Barton, Swyre         'Two Deadly Sins'

28th May               The Old Rectory, Litton C.'Two more Deadly Sins'

11th June               The Rectory, Litton C.         St Mark, Chapter 16

25th June               Hillside, W.Bexington         'Yet two more Deadly Sins'

9th July  Pitcombe, Littlebredy                          ''The last Deadly Sin'

West End

7th May7 Norburton, B.Bradstock   St Mark, Chapter 11

21st May               Fir Tree Cottage, Shipton G.               St Mark, Chapter 12

4th JuneSt Catherine's Cross, S. G.  St Mark, Chapter 13

18th June               Windy Gap, Shipton Lane  St Mark, Chapter 14

2nd July 7 Norburton, B.Bradstock   St Mark, Chapter 15

16th July                Westfield, Shipton Lane     St Mark, Chapter 16

Anthony Ashwell

BISHOP'S CERTIFICATE IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Pattern for lifelong learning.

"A voyage of discovery!"

This basic theological course for lay people, which was revised in 1999, will start again in September 2003. 

For the 300 or so students who have completed this revised course, it has proved to be a challenging and stimulating one.  Many have gained confidence in their studies and to question - for the course widens their experience of worship and gives people an opportunity to look at the Bible in a historical context as well as with the "eye of faith". 

The Bishop's Certificate is open to anyone who simply wants to explore the meaning and experience of the Christian faith and be clear about their commitment to it.  The course takes two years and is tutor-based.  The subjects explored are split into modules under the following themes: Why Worship?, Why study the Old Testament?, Why study the New Testament?, What has Doctrine and Church History to say to us?, Why worry?  What is right of a Christian?  The course ends with an open module for personal study. 

If this interests you, contact the Board of Parish Development by e-mail: jane.murrell@salisbury.anglican.org or by calling 01722 411955 and asking for a brochure which will give you full details of what is involved.  You could also speak to me, as I have for the last year been a tutor on this fascinating course. 

Anthony Ashwell

Vicar's News

( i ) Anthony is now on line, but as he is rather wary of viral problems, please phone him for his e-mail address.

( ii ) From the beginning of May, Anthony takes over from the Rector as Rural Dean of Lyme Bay. He is pleased for the Bride Valley who therefore retain their "influence" in the Deanery and extremely relieved that his is a temporary appointment, maybe for less than twelve months.

QUIET DAY (June 5th) and RETREAT (June 3rd - 6th) at OTHONA

Our local Guild of Health Meditation Prayer group, as you know from our Diary of Events, meets regularly every first and third Thursday of the month right through the year at Othona. To celebrate annually we have a special Quiet Day. It is indeed a special day of worship and renewal, dedication and fellowship - open of course to everyone.

This year it is a bit different. We have Mother Ann Verena of CJGS, Kidlington (an Anglican community), leading us - not only for the Quiet Day itself, but for an extended Retreat. Othona offers this residentially for £80 (apply to the Warden, Tony Jaques tel:01308 897130), but any local person can ask to be a part of it just going for the days (three lunches for £12). Mother Ann Verena is much sought after to lead retreats, so we are very privileged to have her here with us. But the Quiet Day alone is a wonderful experience. Please bring your own sandwiches, and Othona gives us coffee, soup and tea (£4)!

Josephine Pearse (tel:01308 897784)

Mothers' Union    -  Thursday 22nd May at 2.00pm

Sue Brown will speak to us on her "Work with the Holy Fools." We will meet at "Hunter's Moon," Swyre Road, Puncknowle.

Yvette Smith ( 898219 )

Bridport and District Bible Society - Sponsored Walk

This year our Action Group is aiming to raise funds for various projects recommended by the Palestinian Bible Society and the Bible Society in Israel. About 1.2 million Arabs live in Israel of whom approximately 140,000 are Christians. It would be easy to succumb to despair when for years there has been mistrust and hostility between the ethnic communities. We continue to praise the Lord for those Christian leaders whose faithful teaching and courageous example bring glimmers of hope in that war-torn area of the Middle East.

The Palestinian Bible Society has appealed for our support for particular projects - namely, the distribution of scripture portions "God is our Shelter" to 10,000 families, with an accompanying song cassette celebrating the Easter Story in addition to funding colouring books and videos for children. A series of one day programmes planned for Palestinian children in refugee camps and beleaguered villages will show that God's love is stronger than all the hate which they have so sadly experienced around them.

The Bible Society in Israel stresses the need for Bibles among the Muslim population. The Society wants to develop its work among young people, Focusing on themes of Christian love and forgiveness, it is envisaged to establish a Christian youth centre, staffed by a part-time worker. There is a great need for Christian books, cassettes and videos.

May I encourage you to pray and support this work. One way of helping is actively to take part in our Sponsored Walk on Saturday, 10th May (10 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.) following designated footpaths around the beautiful Parish of Symondsbury. For sponsor forms, route maps and more information please contact..-

                Canon John  McDougal      01297-489408

or            Miss Hilary Mousley                          01308-897849

or            Mrs. Jan  Williams                               01297-560790

By your participation you will be throwing a lifeline to those whose mental scars can only be healed by God.

John McDougal ( Chairman:  Bridport & District Bible Society)

Thank you

Many thanks to our supporters of our Card Sale last month.  With donations (including one generous one from an unknown gentleman who called in - thank you so very much) and profits from sales, we have been able to send another £60 to the Bridport Social & Education Centre, a day centre for adults with learning disabilities which our daughter attends.  The Easter Egg was won by a lady who lives in Donkey Lane. 

Lesley Dove & Family

Bride Valley Scout Group

Thank you to everyone who attended the Coffee Morning at Puncknowle Church Hall on Saturday 22nd March.  We raised £275 towards our new building.  Thanks especially to Ruth Brierley for organising the event and to all who helped, donated items, and bought them too. 

A HUGE thank you to the Crown Puncknowle Fundraisers who used the occasion of the Coffee Morning to present the Bride Valley Scout Group with the magnificent sum of £1400!!  This was the profit from one of their popular race nights held last year in Portesham.  Your continued support is greatly appreciated. 

The Scout Group would also like to thank Celia Cummins of Burton Bradstock, for holding a Lent Lunch in her home last month in support of our new building.  The sum of £86 was given to the Group.  Thank you Celia, her helpers and those who supported the lunch. 

Steve Dove BVSG Chairman

Children's Society

Thanks to the marvellous efforts of all box holders throughout the year £99.88 was raised in the East End of the Valley. Your loyal commitment is greatly appreciated and will enable the work  of The Society to continue.

Thorner's CE VA Primary School

Earlier today I felt very proud to be associated with Thorner's as our Handball team won the Cluster Tournament.  Two teams from five of the small cluster schools met for their, now annual, competition.  This is the third year it has taken place and the standard of play has certainly increased, with more of the children and adults getting interested.  A number of the schools run after school clubs or have sessions at Bridport Leisure Centre with Tim Rowbotham, an ex-England coach who moved to the area and started by offering his services to promote handball.  Many of us had heard of the game but never contemplated playing it, or even teaching it to the children.  Tim introduced the rules; I remember him turning up with a bootful of equipment, cones, nets (similar in size to five-a-side goals) and special orange/pink hand size balls.  The pupils picked up the rules quickly, found it to be a fast and furious game where everyone scores goals and enthusiasm soon built.  This last term our year 5 and 6 pupils have been attending the Leisure Centre for thirty minutes swimming and 30 minutes handball with Tim.  One of our Teaching Assistants, Jo Moore started a club after school, all of which has enabled the children to practice their techniques, strategies and skills.  It all culminated with this afternoon's tournament where each school provided an A and a B team, played each of the other teams in one of two groups for four and half minutes. What an age it seems when sitting on the sideline!  The first two teams in each group went through to the semi-final. At this point we had to play Symondsbury, both teams being both nervous and excited at the same time, taking time to settle down and finding it difficult to find the goal, many shots going over the top.  One goal made all the difference and we were through. The second semi-final was Loders versus Powerstock, the reigning champions, all of us seemed to be shouting encouragement for Loders, who eventually won.  This meant we had to play Loders. There was a short time out to allow Loders a chance to recover after the semi-final.  The teams lined up, shook hands and wished each other all the best and then the whistle; the serious game was underway, players attacking and then retreating to defend as the opposition won possession.  First one way and then the other, attacking and then the next minute defending. You certainly had to have your wits about you, working as a team, encouraging on the pitch and on the sidelines.  It was very close and after full time it was 1-1 so they had to play extra time, the first to score would win. How that tension grew... you could see the determination of all the children not to let one another down.  Thorner's were awarded a penalty but were penalised when the player took steps after the line!!!!!!! So we were back to status quo, again up and down. Thorner's awarded an indirect free pass but yet again they could not take the lead.  On and on it went, up and down the pitch and eventually HURRAH we scored and the roof at Sir John Colfox Sports Hall nearly moved!  But why was I so proud?  Both teams supported each other, all players supported each other in the team, they cheered and clapped, appreciating the skill of the other teams taking part.  For those of us on the sideline, it was exciting and exhausting.  Do visit our website to see some of the pictures and look out for more reports when we take part in the Weymouth Beach event and the National Championships later in the term.

Alison Johnstone

Headteacher

THORNERS PTA

There is a lot of support with people doing all sorts of different things to help the school prosper.

EVENTS COMING UP:-

                  6 May    PTA meeting -  7.00-9.00pm kept to time

                26 May    Caribbean village and school fete

                14 June    Rounders fun evening

                23 July     Years 4/5 End of term party

100 CLUB

Lucky winners :- Coo Jones and Jo Lee

New members always welcome

SCHOOL POOL    

The Sponsored Swim went very well, raising lots of money to get the pool back in use; a changing shed and heating are on the agenda for the Summer Term. Let's hope for lots of sun now.

EASTER SHOW

Mrs Johnston's pupils and helpers put on a very good performance on the 8th April  providing for all tastes in  entertainment. Some members were brave enough to stand for the first time or alone. The butterflies were certainly fluttering for me and I was only watching. Even children who were off sick came in to support their fellow members. It struck me how supportive the children were even if the odd note or two went amiss. How lucky we are to have free democracy and freedom to express ourselves.

I was not brave enough to stand up and thank the cast but I sincerely did enjoy seeing new pupils and past members progressing with their individual talents. Thank you and well done.

COMPUTERS FOR SCHOOLS VOUCHERS

Please keep the vouchers coming into school. They are very much appreciated.

First Steps Parent and Toddler Group meets on Wednesdays from 10.00am till 12 noon during term time. We offer toys and activities for all preschool children, coffee and chat for parents and carers. The group meets at Long Bredy Village Hall on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of the month. On the second Wednesday we meet in Little Bredy Hall and on the fourth Wednesday we meet in either Little Bredy or Puncknowle. For further details contact: Jo (Litton Cheney) ... or Julie (Puncknowle) 897178 or Rachel (Kingston Russell and Long Bredy) 482246

Burton Bradstock School

For many schools in recent years the 'Merry month of May' has lost some of its gloss though not its significance.  May is the month of SATs.  As I ponder the changes to the tests for this year and wonder how our children will respond, I cannot help but reflect on those skills, abilities and experiences that cannot be measured.  Here are just a few examples.

Class 3 children recently took part in a residential visit to Leeson House, near Swanage.  This involved a range of outdoor environmental activities which, as well as being educationally extremely valuable, happened to be fun too.  The children had a great time and so did the staff though perhaps in a different kind of way!

The end of the spring term signalled a flurry of sporting events.  These began with the Cluster Schools Netball Tournament which the team won for the second year running.  We congratulate the team and also Mrs Jenny Gape our hard working trainer and manager.  The next day we were one of twenty teams contesting the 6 a side football tournament at St. Mary's Bridport.  After a disappointing start when we lost to St. Michael's, Lyme Regis ( who went on to win the trophy ) I was very pleased with the way in which we rallied, re-organised and remained unbeaten for the last three games.  Friendly matches followed against Symondsbury with both the netball and football teams winning.  I would like to thank Chris Wilkinson, Tim Robottom and David Gape for their continuing support of our sporting activities. The Cluster Handball Tournament at Colfox School was another enjoyable occasion and congratulations to Thorners who won this year's tournament.

Whilst the 'Statutory Assessment Tests' do indeed loom large for schools at this time of year, it is nevertheless important for us to remember that they are but a snapshot of a child's attainment.  We shall continue to endeavour to provide opportunities for those unquantifiable activities which undoubtedly contribute to children's wider development.  Whether or not the P.T.A. fundraising 70s Disco for parents and villagers fell into this category last term I'm not sure, but thanks go to everyone who enabled and participated in such an enjoyable escape into yesteryear.

Mark Stratta

March 100 Club Winners:

                £20 - Mr Harrington

                £10 - Mr Cole

                  £5 - Mr Maude

Bride Valley Giant Sunflower Competition

Potted sunflowers are available from Paul Kingston (482384), the cost being £1 per plant with all proceeds going to Litton Cheney Youth Club.  A trophy will be awarded to the growers of the tallest sunflower (to be measured in September) and an additional trophy awarded if the competition record of 2.93 metres is beaten.  Monthly updates will report on the progress of the competition.

Litton Cheney Youth Club is open to all young people between the ages of 8 and 17 years from Litton Cheney and the surrounding area.  For details of their meetings in May please contact Paul Kingston 482384.

Ladybirds

The next meeting will be on Wednesday 14th May when we meet at the North Wing 1 entrance of Dorset County Hospital at 7 pm for a tour of the Art by Alex Coulter

Dorset Public Libraries promote the BBC Big Read

Dorset libraries are supporting the BBC in its search to find the nation's favourite novel. Readers can pick up a voting card from their library and display their choice on the Books Bulletin Board. Readers can also use the People's Network computers to share their choice by writing a brief review on the Open Books website                                                                                                              www.dorsetcc.gov.uk/libraries/openbooks

The Top 100 books will be announced later in the month and over spring and summer readers are encouraged to read and talk about their favourites. Later in the year the top 10 will be released and voting for the number one will take place in the autumn.

Dorset County Council's Libraries and Arts Service supports reading choices and reading groups through their Open Books Reading Group Service. Information Packs are available through the libraries or by calling 01305 224656

Book Launch Party

Nigel Capon has written a book called "Emerging" which is being published. It is being launched at a big party at Pilsdon Community on Saturday 17th May at 4.00pm. The book is in the form of a diary which he kept whilst living there; it gives some insight into community life and what it is like to suffer from a form of mental illness. It is the first book of its type to come on to the market. Anyone who wishes to have a copy and cannot make it to the party can reserve a copy by ringing Nigel Capon on 01308 867001.                                                                                              N.C.

BRIDE VALLEY GARDENING CLUB

Our Chairperson, Dorothy, invites you to come along to our Plant Mini Sale to be held on Saturday May 10th from 2.00pm in the School, Litton Cheney. Anyone who can offer plants, seedlings, bulbs etc. please bring them to the School during the morning of that day.

Dorothy says "that now, hopefully, the winter has passed  it is good to see the plants and bulbs re emerging in the garden, do beware though - we have the blackthorn winter when young shoots and buds could be damaged, so be wary of planting out too soon".

Tle evening meetings do not take place now until the new season starts in October.

Norma Millard  Secretary  897774

Plant Sale

Perennials and bedding plants ( a number of unusual ones ) will be on sale at The Red House, Middle Street, Burton Bradstock on Friday 16th May 10.00am  - 12.30pm.;  proceeds  in  aid of  the Church  Mission  Society (Registered Charity 220297). Everyone welcome to clear the stock!

H.Mousley

Last year was a bumper year for the NGS in Dorset as an astonishing £70,000 was raised, which was £20,000 more than in 2001. Nationally, £2.2 m was raised.

Garden Open in May

Sunday May 18th     2.00pm - 6.00pm     The Old Rectory  Litton Cheney

WHAT THE SEA CADETS ARE AND WHAT THEY DO

The Sea Cadet Corps is a voluntary youth organisation for boys and girls between the ages of ten and eighteen years. The aims are to develop in them the qualities of self-discipline, leadership and, most important, service to the community.

Obviously the Corps will attract those boys and girls who have an interest in the sea and whose instincts, subconscious perhaps, have that deep in-bred inheritance of a maritime nation. The Corps provides the support, training and enthusiasm they need to stimulate the importance of the sea and its use to this great island of ours.

The Corps, in order to achieve these aims, bases its efforts on the high standards of the Royal Navy and the Royal Marines.

The Sea Cadet Corps have afforded the registration as a Charityunder the Charities Act 1960 and are also recognised by the Government Ministries dealing with education and training.

So, we have a voluntary organisation, dedicated to training young men and women in the traditions of the Royal Navy and under the official control of the Commander-in-Chief of Home Command.

The Corps itself is run by volunteer uniformed officers and staff with corresponding naval rank, but the overall responsibility for proper management of the units rests in a Chairman and Committee made up of local citizens; they are required to provide the unit with its headquarters and to heat, light and maintain it. They also provide means of transport in the form of a mini-bus and  boats and canoes for waterborne activities.

The Bridport unit of Sea Cadet Corps is well established having been formed in June 1967 and been active ever since.

Today, with all the distractions and the materialistic outlook prevalent in adult society it is essential for the future of the nation that our young people are given every chance of partaking in what, perhaps, is the greatest comradeship of all, the service unit. The chance to work with others, to study, train and play with their fellows of similar age is every youngster's right. Through the unit they are also encouraged to take part in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award System. Here in the Sea Cadet Corps we have the opportunity to help them. Let us take positive steps to see that our own Sea Cadet Corps is in a position to offer our youngsters the training for life that they have a right to have. The unit meets on Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7-9.15pm at their HQ in Pottingham Playing fields. Further information can be obtained from the Commanding Officer Lt Andy Gordon on 07774-633419 or the Administration Officer Mr John Bosher, on 01308-423541 or the Treasurer Mr Cliff Casstles, MBE on 01308-425881.

South West Coast Path - Silver Jubilee

This year marks the Silver Jubilee of this footpath which passes through the confines of Burton Bradstock.

To celebrate, the Parish Council have organised a walk on 10th May commencing from the West Bay Car Park (SY 464903 ) under the cliffs near the West Bay Hotel, stopping for coffee at the Hive Cafe and on to Cogden Beach ( SY 502881 ). Any queries please contact the organiser:-

The Footpath Officer  Dr. Tony Smith    01308 897020.

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Anniversary Events for May

Sat   3rd -   RAFA Coffee Morning   United Church

Mon 5th -   Friends of the Millennium Green,   Maypole Dancing

                 -   Royal British Legion Sponsored Walk

Sat l0th  -  Choral Society

Wed 28th -Bridport Heritage Forum talk Town Hall

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BURTON BRADSTOCK

Village Correspondent Mr Basil Dent

2, Norburton, Burton Bradstock. Tel:- (01308) 897125

Wanted - a volunteer to be the Clerk for Long Bredy and Kingston Russell Parish Council.  Anyone interested should contact Jackie Cain 01308 482379.

Congratulations:  to Janet and Gerald Cuff on their Golden Wedding; also to Joan Sheldrick on her recent 80th birthday, and to Helen Horsley for a special birthday.

Robin and Penny Pitcher have a son, Charlie John, named after great grandfather, Charlie Pitcher who was so well known in this village.  Charlie is the first grandchild of Rosemarie and Albert.

Fete 12th July  The arrangements are well underway.  The next meeting will be on Monday 12th May at Mike and Valerie Shepherd's home.  The village fete is for all the village, so come along and join in and help to make it as successful as last year.

Long Bredy & Litton Cheney W.I.

Our April meeting began with Mrs. Janet Gosbee being presented with a birthday posy.

It will be our 80th birthday in October and plans on how to celebrate this were discussed.

The AGM followed with some changes in officers. Mrs.Elinor Frost and Mrs. Betty Champkins have replaced Mrs. Valerie Shepherd as Secretary.

Mrs. Kay Clarke gave us a very interesting talk on "Life in Northern Ireland" where she spent ten years with her husband and children.

The next meeting is on 6th May at Litton Cheney when there will be a talk by Mr. Arthur Pearse on the History of Tamarisk Farm.

Ruth Pitcher

Recipe for Apple Loaf

Apologies for not contacting individually all those who requested this, but below is the recipe for the apple loaf as demonstrated during the Family Service on March 16th.

The recipe is 'dairy free' - but they are lovely sliced and spread with butter! The loaves freeze well.

Ingredients:          2 eggs, 4 tbspns oil, 6 oz sugar (half caster and half light brown is good), 6 oz plain flour, ¼ tspn bicarbonate of soda, ½ tspn baking powder, ½ tspn salt, 1 tspn powdered cinnamon, 1 oz chopped nuts (optional), 2 oz sultanas (more if you omit the nuts), 2 dessert apples peeled, cored and grated. Can add a little mixed spice for a spicier taste.

Method:Preheat oven to Gas 4, 350F, 180C. Grease two 1 lb loaf tins and line with greaseproof.  Whisk oil and eggs together till foamy, then whisk in sugar.

Fold in sieved flour, bicarb, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and mixed spice if used. Stir in nuts if used, sultanas and apples, mix well but fold, not beat.

Divide mixture between the two tins and cook in centre of oven for 45 mins approx. Cover with foil if top begins to brown too much. When a skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean, they are done.

Rachel Maltby

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Thought for the Month

THE NO-EXCUSE SUNDAY!

To make it possible for everyone to attend church next week we're planning to have:-

Beds, for those who say Sunday is their only day for sleeping-in.

Eye-drops, for those whose eyes are tired from watching too much TV the night before.

Steel helmets, for those who say the roof will fall in if they go to church.

Blankets, for those who say the building is too cold and fans for those who say it's too hot.

Hearing aids, for those who say the pastor isn't loud enough and ear plugs for those who say he shouts too much.

Score cards, for those who like to count all the hypocrites.

Relatives, for those who say Sunday is their only day to be with the family.

Lunch, for those who say they can't attend church and make dinner too.

Trees and grass, for those who say they "see God in nature" - especially golf courses!

Christmas poinsettias and Easter lilies, for those who wouldn't recognise the church without them.

David said about going to church:

"I love the house where you live, O Lord, the place where your glory dwells" Psalm 26:8

"I rejoiced with those who said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord"' Psalm 122:1

Do you feel that way too? If so - see you next Sunday!

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Editor: Susan Paul Windy Gap Shipton Lane Burton Bradstock DT6 4NQ