St.Aldhelm's |
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The Church of England Parish Church of Branksome, Poole, Dorset, UK |
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Groups & ActivitiesIn addition to the Church services you will find a host of groups and activities that you may care to get involved with. These range from the regular weekly or monthly meetings listed below to the annual ones such as Pilgrimages and Pantomimes. Please keep an eye on either the weekly sheet, available at the Sunday 10pm Parish Eucharist or check out our Diary and upcoming activities page which is regularly updated. Our regular groups and activities are,
Friends of St. Aldhelms"The Friends" was launched on St Aldhelm`s day in the year of the 90th celebration of the dedication of our Church. Its purpose was to create an endowment, an omission when the Church was built, to establish a capital sum, the interest on which could be used for the benefit of the Church. The aims of the society are to provide support to the Church in this parish by all means possible, both spiritually and financially. " The Friends" organise from time to time social activities to enable the members, and others interested, to meet. There is an Annual Meeting at which a chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and three members of the "Friends" are elected to conduct the business of the society in accordance with the Constitution. There are at present just over 100 members and anyone who is in sympathy with our efforts is welcome to join. To date, "the Friends" have provided a :-
The annual membership is a modest £1.00 with life membership at £50.00- Please speak to the secretary for more details. Mothers UnionThe group meets to support our church and the community. Contact the parish office for further details of activities.
St.Aldhelm`s PlayersSt Aldhelms Players puts on an annual Pantomime. We are always looking for
willing Click here for some photos of recent pantos and then contact the office to put yourself forward.
St.Aldhelm`s 100 club organ fund
For a brief history of the organ please go to the History page.
Sunday SchoolMeet on Sundays during the 10.00a.m service (except during an All Age Eucharist-usually first Sunday of the month). Have fun learning more about our church and being a Christian. Join in with the Sunday School summer outing or the Christmas Nativity.
Coffee BreakMeets on a Tuesday between 10.30a.m - 11.45a.m in the Church. All ages are welcome. Have a drink and a chat.
ToddlersMeet on a Thursday in the church hall from 2-4p.m Voluntary contribution of £1.00 is suggested. Good place to meet other parents with children between birth and 4 1/2 years. Outdoor play area with soft bouncy tarmac, playdough, puzzles, lots of toys. Organised activities include; biscuit decorating, card making. For more information contact Lisa Tapping, via the parish office.
WhistThe Whist group meets every month on the third Thursday at 2pm in the church lounge. It is friendly group and played for fun (mostly!). All are welcome, so come along and join in.
ChoirSt. Aldhelm’s has an Adults choir numbering some 16 enthusiastic and loyal members. It meets every Friday for rehearsal in church from 7 – 8pm. The choir has been affiliated to the Royal School of Church Music for many years and leads all the music for the main Sunday services and also at special Feast Day services etc.. There are always vacancies for new singers; if you enjoy singing and can spare two or three hours a week why not think about joining the choir? As for musical ability, if you are a soprano and enjoy singing, don’t worry if you can’t read music terribly well – you may surprise yourself just how quickly you can learn as you go! If however you sing alto, tenor or bass, you would ideally need to be able to read music to a basic level - don’t be put off if you’re a bit rusty though, it will soon come back to you!! If you are interested in contributing to the worship at St Aldhelm’s in this way please contact Andrew Hill, the Director of Music, via the Parish office.
STAKSFor children aged 10 years and above and open to all. Your "mission" should you choose to take it, is to have fun. Group activities include volleyball, swimming, bowling, trips out. Meet alternate Sundays during term time small charge to cover costs. Contact us via the parish office.
Busy Bodies Pre-schoolAt Busy Bodies, we pride ourselves in having built, over the past seven years, a quality pre-school which is an important part of St, Aldhelm's Church ministry and mission. The pre school is registered with Ofsted and operates during term time. A very successful lunch club is available daily from 12.00.p.m. to 1.00 p.m. Opening hours from January Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Morning sessions - 9.30-am - 12.00 pm Lunch club - 12.00pm - 1.00pm also Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday Afternoon sessions - 1.00pm- 3.30pm Meets Monday-Friday in the hall during term-time. Age range is for 2-5year olds. Prepare children for school following the foundation stage curriculum. Outside play area which includes soft bouncy tarmac and outdoor toys. Stimulating environment for your little ones. If you would like to know more or to put your child on the waiting list, please contact via the parish office or 07979333351. (this number has now been corrected) Registered with Ofsted.
The Uniformed Groups
If you would like to know more then please feel free to contact the groups via the church office number. BeaversWe meet in the Scout Den on Thursday evenings, from 5.30pm to 6.30pm. Contact Parish office for leaders details.
RainbowsMeets in the Scout Den on Wednesday during term-time from 5.30p.m to 6.30p.m. Follow the Rainbow programme, take part in lots of activities including crafts, cooking, music, outdoor adventures and lots more! There is a current waiting list. For further information contact Clair Pay via the parish office. This group is for girls ages 5-7years. Termly subscriptions
CubsMeet on Tuesdays in the Scout Den during term-times from 6.30p.m-8.00p.m. Subscription payable. Join in scouting activities including camping, crafts, team games, badges to be gained and lots of fun. There is current waiting list. For further information contact Alision Priest via the parish office. This group is for boys ages 8-11years. BrowniesThe 1st Branksome (St Aldhelm's) Brownies meet at the Den (off Lindsay Road) every Monday night during term time. We start at 6.15pm and finish around 7.45.pm We follow the Brownie programme whilst having fun and making friends. Each year we go away together on pack holiday and live together whilst taking part in many activities. We also have day trips, parties, picnics, swimming and lots of games Our activities are aimed at 7 to 11 year olds and we currently have a waiting list. Subs payable. If you would like to see what we do then contact Brown Owl, Sally Woodley, via the Parish Office If you need to be convinced this is what one Brownie says :- "Brownies is really fun. If you are a girl and you haven't joined the 1st Branksome Brownies then you should join now before you become a guide, if you want to be of course"
ScoutsThe Branksome St Aldhelm Scout Troop meets every Friday evening at the Den which is accessed from Lindsay Road. We are affiliated to the Scouting association. The age range is 10 1/2 through to 14 years. We are a small but active group with Camping, Sailing, Cooking and games being part of our regular activities. The main aim is to have fun and to learn new skills with our friends. We are always looking for new members as well as new leaders so why not speak to us and drop into see what goes on, you will be made most welcome. We also help with regular group fundraising activities, so any help is appreciated. To contact us call the parish office.
GuidesMeet in the Scout Den on Wednesday evening from 6.45p.m to 8.15p.m. Join in with group activities, crafts, cooking, camping, games. For further information please contact Judith Finney via parish office. For girls aged 10 years and above.
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