It’s been a positive start to the year for St Peter’s church in Newenden. In January Vincent Robertson gave a revealing talk about his work in espionage behind the Iron Curtain during the Cold War. It was chilling to hear how the Soviets continue to use the same tactics of the mobilisation of personnel, tanks and military hardware in Ukraine today.
In February, Frances Yonge not only delighted her audience with her beautiful songs but she revealed some of the traumatic experiences in her life, which have triggered her compositions.
Both talks have attracted a full church, which is magnificent. Donations towards the vital work on the church have amounted to more than £500.
All are welcome on March 2 for the talk by Ellen Hannavy-Cousen which will begin just after noon and finish just before 1pm. Ellen will talk about her novel, Of No Consequence which draws attention to the hidden dangers within our affluent society where vunerable people can be drawn into slavery and abuse.
There is no charge for admission. Once again donations to the Friends of St Peter’s will be invited. Due to illness, Patrick Williams will not be able to take part in March and the author Ellen Hannavy-Cousen has very kindly agreed to bring her talk forward.
Our series of FIRST THURSDAY talks continue until April.
Hopefully, flautist/chef Patrick Williams will be sufficiently recovered to appear in April, when his great friend, conductor/composer Stephen Barlow, has kindly agreed to interview Patrick about his life.
Please note the amended dates:
Ellen Hannavy-Cousen, Thursday March 2
Patrick Williams and Stephen Barlow, Thursday April 6
Image Credits: Anthony Dawson .