188 Years of The Stanhill Methodist Church

Kate Prescott has been the church council secretary for just over ten years. Her knowledge of the running of the Methodist Church has been invaluable, keeping us on the right track. Kate’s ‘day job’ is the circuit administrator. Kate and her brother Karl have both been a good support over the years to their parents John and Doreen. All hard workers and committed to the Stanhill Methodist Church.

So much more to say – but impossible to cover everything and everyone.

This brings us to 2025. The beginning of January came the devastating news that our dear friend, Doreen Prescott had passed away. Although Doreen had been ill, it was still news that shocked everyone. Doreen was the beating heart of the Stanhill Methodist Church. She loved her church and was proud of her roots. The Sermons to Doreen was the best day in the chapel’s calendar, she absolutely ‘soaked’ up the day. Doreen was an extremely hard worker, not to mention a wonderful confectioner – her baking was second to none, so very delicious. Doreen was the NCH secretary (now named Action for Children). The last number of years, Doreen, reluctantly became the church treasurer, as no one else offered to do it. She was well supported by Hilda and Bryan. Doreen was also a steward. Doreen quietly got on with things, she didn’t like the limelight. Doreen was so proud of her family and loved them to bits! Always on hand to make their birthday cakes and more besides.! Doreen loved doing jigsaws & puzzles and an avid reader. Her knowledge of the Bible was impressive. Doreen was a good loyal friend to us all - what laughs we had over the years!!

We miss Doreen so much. We give thanks for her precious life well lived. Thanks be to God.

Life at the church carried on - Brew Days, BASIC fellowship group, Why Don’t You ? A new group started by Kate and Charlotte - an afternoon and an evening group once a month doing crafts, playing board games having tea and cake and generally having a good get together. During the years there has also been a Mr & Mrs Quiz, Passover Meals,

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