Brotherhood

At the recent Callington Brotherhood meeting, Howard Tamblyn presided for the Sunday service and welcomed husband and wife team, David and Elizabeth Nicholls as guest speaker and soloist.

David spoke of faith and what it means to be a Christian, with Elizabeth presenting the gospel in song.

The hymns and solos were accompanied by organist Barry Higgins.

The following Sunday Russell Deacon led the fellowship meeting.

Musical items were given by Melville Hoodless, a soloist from Plymouth, with Barry Higgins played the organs. A Bible reading was given by Fernley Burrows.

Local preacher Clifford Nosworthy from St Giles was the speaker.

Sisterhood

The chair at the recent Callington Sisterhood meeting was taken by Hilda Pearce.

Happy thoughts were read by Margaret Brough, Mrs Pearce and Audrey Horsham. The guest speaker was Pastor Bruce Brown of Callington Mustard Seed and prayers were also led by him. The pianist was Carrie Duance. Tea and biscuits were served by Mrs E Pridham and Mrs B Paynter.

Church Services

Callington Methodist Church, Haye Road, Callington, Church Anniversary 11.00am and 6.30pm, Rev A Cresswell both services.

Methodist Concert - The St Germans Singers will be giving a concert at Callington Methodist Church on Saturday 6 November at 7.30pm. A collection will be taken in aid of Macmillan Cancer Relief and Church funds. All welcome.

Disbanded after 30 years

The Callington branch of the Arthritis Research Campaign has had to disband.

The decision was taken at the branch's annual meeting. Members had previously been told by treasurer, Philip Palmer that he had been able to hand a cheque for £3,600 to headquarters.

When it came to re-electing a committee, however, it proved impossible as chairman, Jean Badcock, is moving, and secretary Margaret Grocott and Mr Palmer, had to resign on health grounds. As they were unable to find anyone to take over the positions, the committee was forced to declare the branch disbanded. The branch was started in 1967 with Winifred Burleigh being voted in as president, a post she had continued to hold.

The committee has extended thanks all those in Callington and the surrounding area who have helped them raise money towards research into arthritis and for the training of doctors and professors in rheumatology.

Fireworks at the Community School

The Ginsters' annual firework display is being held this year at Callington Community School tomorrow, Saturday, November 6.

The event is still being sponsored by Ginsters, although the organisation of the evening has been taken over by Callington Town Council

Admission is free and the attractions will include kiddies' rides, refreshments, charity stalls etc. It is hoped that the charities present will boost their funds if attendance is high. Many charities have benefited in previous years.

Stalls will open at 5.30pm and the fireworks display will begin at 7pm.

Sponsored disco

A twelve hour sponsored disco dance, organised by Donna Skewse, was recently held at Callington Youth Centre and raised over £50. The event was to buy new equipment for the centre and help finance trips and activities. Music was provided by Daniel Howe and Steve Wenmouth.

The youth centre is on Liskeard Road and is open for 12 to 14s Monday to Thrusday from 6-7.30pm and for 14s and over on Monday, Wednesday and hursday from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. New members are always welcome. Contact G Mann or Chell Husseyn on 01579 384594 for further details.