Restore & Renew - December 2025 Update

Key updates:

• The architects and Buildings Vision Group are about to review bids from potential contractors.

Praise God:

• Shirley Junior School students have done a smartie box scavenger hunt challenge - and raised about £250 for Restore & Renew.

• Garfield Weston have awarded us a £30,000 grant.

• The Hong Kong street food sale raised over £200.

Pray for:

• Father God to guide us to the right contractor through the tender process.

• The City Council to look favourably on our proposal for a new path across the Green.

• Emily, Marie, Helen & Nichola as they prepare grant applications.

• Wendy S as she prepares for a Guides & Brownies Christmas Fayre in aid of R&R.

• Continued good relationships with the Parish Hall neighbours.

• The team revising our church logo, ready to incorporate the refurbished hall.

Upcoming fundraising events:

(contact Carol & Barbara on fundraising@stjamesbythepark.org with ideas or to help)

• 6^th Dec - Brownies & Guides Christmas Craft Fair 

• 23^rd Jan - Murder Mystery evening - see here for tickets or see Tracy King.

• 7^th Feb - Pre-loved sale - see below for how you can help!