Congratulations to Marion Golding who officially became an Anna Chaplain in Kings Worthy, near Winchester, Hampshire last month.
'When my husband and I moved to Kings Worthy in the summer of 2019, we were so pleased to find a welcoming and caring community at St Mary’s.
We were both keen to get involved and contribute to the life of the church. I found myself drawn to ‘Tuesdays Place’, a monthly gathering for older friends within our locality. It was evident that social contact is crucial to a person’s well-being at this stage of life.
My involvement in ‘Tuesdays Place’ naturally led to visiting some of our friends as part of the pastoral and spiritual commitment of the church. I also became involved with Sunday afternoon services that particularly provide for this part of our community.
Being part of the Anna Chaplaincy brings all of these aspects of my involvement together within a role that includes relevant training and accountability.
'All of us are likely to need friendship and support in our later years and it 's a privilege to contribute through this form of chaplaincy.'
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