The Friends of St Edmund’s invite you to ‘A Summer Celebration Day’

• Saturday 19th July
• from 10am
• St Edmund’s Church, Wootton

What are we celebrating?

That we have this beautiful, ancient Church, described as ‘the architectural gem of Wootton’, which is used regularly for services and open daily for private prayer and reflection. That we also have a beautiful, natural environment around the Church and our care for this wonderful building reflects our hope for the future, as we work to ensure that St Edmund’s remains as a reminder of those who have gone before and a place of devotion for many years to come. In the words of the chair of the National Churches Trust, Sir Philip Rutnam, ancient Churches are ‘A precious and irreplaceable asset’ and as one of the oldest on the island this one is just that.

Come and explore this beautiful, ancient building that is on your doorstep in Wootton and help The St Edmund’s Church Building Trust & Friends of St Edmund’s in their work to raise funds to keep the building in a good state of repair for all to enjoy.

Refreshments will be served throughout the day, with solo musicians, including harpists playing peaceful, reflective music for everyone to enjoy.

The children of Wootton Community Primary School have illustrated the hymn All Things Bright and Beautiful. Their artwork will be on display for you to see.

Bring your friends and family and have fun helping to create a unique Community Picture! Washable felt tip pens will be provided for you to add your own ideas to the All things Bright and Beautiful display … flowers, grasses, butterflies, bees, dragon flies, ladybirds, caterpillars, ants, etc. Artists of all ages can join in! Then, decorate a ceramic cross, wooden flower, or insect, to take home as a memento of the day.