| The Church of St Mary Magdalene has been a major spiritual and visual focus in the centre of Geddington for over 1000 years. The original stone church was already 250 years old when the Eleanor Cross was erected in 1294. Over the seven centuries since then it has been extended, modified , enhanced and restored many times, both inside and out, but always reflecting the ever changing contemporary architectural styles and the evolving religious needs of the parish it serves. Those modifications to that first structure are all plainly visible and clearly trace its transition into the unique building that is now instantly recognisable as Geddington Church.
It is obvious that such an important and historical building needs to be preserved for the enjoyment and use of future generations. In 1995 a group of residents, most but not all committed church attenders, concerned for the log-term conservation of the Church decided to set-up the Friends of St Mary Magdalene Chuch. The friends have been very successful in raising and spending money to this end over the last seven years. (Funds raised cannot be used to subsidise the parochial or ecclesiastical cost of the parish)
Projects for our spending are agreed with the Vicar and Parochial Church Council and usually, for larger schemes especially, require us to build up money over two or more years. |
| 2005/6 Committee |
| Val Barbour - Chairman | Keith Sexton - Secretary |
| Jackie Spence - Treasurer | Jackie Binley |
| Jane Briggs | Angie Cooksley |
| Esther Gordon | Margaret Leaton |
| Walter Jones | Helen Pearce |
| Sylvia Pitts | Ann Smith |
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Future Events |
28th March Loopy Day
The day will run from 11.00am to 4.00pm, with activities round the Cross and an imaginative display of eccentric pranks and japes being organised by residents.
31st March 2005 AGM
At the Church at 07.30pm. The Committee hope that enthusiasts from The Friends will be willing to go on to the Committee for a year or two.
23rd April 10th Anniversary Dinner
Due to the likely interest and a limit of 100 diners places at least initially, are likely to be by invitation. Please speak to Committee members as arrangements are yet to be finalised. |
3rd July Bric A Brac Stall - Village Fair
To be run outside 2, West Street. Please let committee members have your offerings for this from late May onwards.
10th September Pleasures & Treasurers
Please be planning what you can do to help, either by finding items to auction or inviting wealthy family or friends to bid.
Late December Carol Singing
Details to be published nearer the time. |
