In 2008, Churches Together in Keynsham and Saltford are organising a wide ranging and exciting programme for the whole community -
'More to Life 08'.

Recognising that God plays in every scene of life, 'More to Life 08' is seeking to discover spiritual signposts amidst the passions of life which engage people's hearts today.

Each month of the year will be devoted to a specific theme as detailed in the menu above.

• JanuaryTravel
• FebruaryFamily and friends
• MarchSport

• AprilHope
• MayGardening
• Food

• JulyMusic and Arts
• AugustOutdoor recreation
• SeptemberEnvironment

• OctoberPolitics and media
• NovemberRemembering
• DecemberCelebration

The month of FOOD has been a veritable banquet! The events have been many and varied and balanced; just as a good meal should be.

A street party in Handel Road ushered in the theme in a glorious manner. By 3pm the street was ‘shut off; gazebos were lining the pavements and residents spilling out onto the road. As the afternoon unfolded, food appeared (savouries from one side of the street, sweets from the other!) and jazz filled the air as an impromptu group of (excellent) musicians got together. New friendships were forged, children played in the street and all generations freely mixed. It was a glorious occasion.

Ready Steady Cook developed the theme of food in the Baptist Church. Two master chefs from Bristol, assisted by the Heads of Broadlands and Wellsway Schools, provided a hugely entertaining evening. This was followed by a splendid ‘Food-tastic’ evening at St John’s School, celebrating its award as a ‘healthy eating’ school.

Free food at the Saturday Barbecues on the High Street have turned many heads, and filled many stomachs as people have simply received the gift food freely given in a way to reflect that God freely offers life, and desires that we take what he offers unconditionally!

Over the month people have invited into their homes people to share a meal with them… and friendships have been forged as a result.

Chocolate Sunday in the Memorial Park was a day of fun for all ages. The Chocolate Fountain had 1500 visits (not necessarily 1500 different visitors… I suspect the numbers represent a lot of re-visits!), a host of activities were organized by the Elim Church and hundreds attended the outdoor Songs of Praise, led by the excellent ecumenical music group. Lord George Carey spoke so well and helped all that attended to see God in the passions of life.

Whilst chocolate is serious stuff, more serious is the plight of those for whom even the basics are an issue. Fairtrade and Food Security was discussed with international agriculturist Tim Roberts at an interesting and informative evening… whilst that same week we heard at first hand the work being done in Ethiopia by a local, Bristol based charity 4Ethiopia.

As well as tasting the food of the region, and supping copious quantities of fine coffee the team that formed 4Ethiopia sensitively and movingly presented the work they were doing to aid in places where every little helps. 4Ethiopia is to be on the receiving end of some of the money given by the community to sow seeds of kindness – we think we have managed to gather enough to sink a well! We will keep you posted on this and the other places the sowing seeds of kindness is going.

Open Gardens

Sunday 1 June , Corston Village

Corston Village - Open Gardens and tour of Manor Farm

Come See Our Plantiera !

Monday 2-7 June , Hillier Garden Centre, Whiteway Road, Bath

Hillier Garden Centre invite you to view their Shop and Plantiera - show your More To Life 08 leaflet for a free cup of coffee/tea at the Restaurant. You can also join ‘The Gardening Club’ free.

Ready Steady Cook!

Tuesday 3 June 7:30 pm, Keynsham Baptist church

Just like the TV show...

Corston Village Market – Produce and Plants

Saturday 7 June , Corston Village

Details to be announced

A Sharing Breakfast time

Sunday 8 June 9:30 am, Elim church, Balmoral Rd, Keynsham

Special happy and informal time in church for families with small children. This month the theme is Food!

Chocolate Sunday - Rt Rev George Carey

Sunday 15 June 3:00 pm, Keynsham Memorial Park

Community Fun Day with Chocolate Fountain & activities + Songs of Praise

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