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Lenten Pretzels

By Susan

We have learnt that pretzels are traditionally made during Lent. Apparently some monks used to pray by putting their hands on their shoulders, left hand to right shoulder and vice versa.  They made pretzels to remind them of the shape the arms made and hence to be a reminder to pray more during Lent. You make the... »

Topsy-turvey youth night

By Martin

Took the kids to youth night at our church this evening. Ruth was demonstrating her skill/lunacy on the bouncy castle – the picture below is 100% genuine, and correctly orientated. Unlike Ruth who is, obviously, upside-down. This is in fact true in so many ways… Strange children… »

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