My dear friends,

It is with some sadness I inform you that Doreen and I intend to return to the Diocese of Exeter in August. This decision has not been taken lightly.

It has always been our hope to be able to return to our home in South Devon when the time was right. I have been able to obtain a position which allows me to work two full days during the week and of course Sunday services. The priest in charge of the ‘Three Rivers Mission Community’ [who is an old friend] is hard pressed, having some eight churches to oversee, so I’m hopeful that I will be able to lighten his load a little!

 It is always sad when we have to move on however, it is part of our pilgrimage of faith, following where God leads us. I do hope that whoever is chosen for the post here at St. Peter’s will recognize the dedication and faithfulness of its fellowship and the ability to welcome the stranger which is so very evident to all who come through our doors!

I will of course inform you once all the details are sorted out, but in the meantime, we continue to walk together towards Passiontide the sorrow of the cross and the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ on that glorious Easter Day!

May we through our Lenten obligations be ready, fresh and focused for the challenges which our Heavenly Father has for us all in the future.

May I wish you all, a Blessed and Holy Eastertide

Fr. Harry.