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Groups

Ladies' groups

bullet The Mothers' Union has three branches: Lunchtime, Afternoon and Evening.

House groups

There are a number of house groups:
bullet Bible study groups
bullet Groups which study selected religious books
bullet Discussion groups
bullet Fellowship groups
bullet Prayer groups (various kinds, including meditation and silence groups).

The Pastoral Care group

Pastoral care takes various forms in Eaton:
bullet Pastoral care is extended to the sick and needy in Eaton.
bullet Small gifts of flowers, fruit and goodies are delivered to the housebound, bereaved and residents of homes in Eaton three or four times a year.
bullet A network of Christians responds to needs as they become known.

Overseas Missions

bullet Our parishes support overseas missions via the Church Mission Society. We are particularly involved with two link families working in those areas: Dr Dick and Caroline Seed in Accra, Ghana, and Mike and Tracey Walmsley and family in China.
bullet We support other missions through regular donations.

Music

bullet A robed four-part choir leads worship at Christ Church at 10 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. Both services are accompanied by an excellent pipe organ.
bullet At Christ Church there is also a music group which provides alternative musical input at some services. It is made up of both adults and the youth of the church playing a range of different instruments.
bullet The Eaton Parishes Choir incorporates anyone from the two parishes and beyond, and gives two or three concerts a year of major choral works. It is usually accompanied by an invited orchestra.

Senior Citizens

bullet Old Eatonians is a monthly fellowship/friendship group for Senior Citizens living in the area.
bullet At Christmas, Easter and Harvest, we like to provide small gifts for those who are recently bereaved, or who have other needs.
bullet Communion at home is available for those unable to attend church.
bullet It is often possible for transport to be arranged to church services and other events. Please contact the office or church wardens if you require assistance.

Other Groups

bullet St Andrew's Amblers is a walking group for anyone living in the area. It meets twice a month for walks of 3 to 5 miles.
bullet The Book Group meets approximately every two months, meeting in each other's homes. (2012 months are Jan, March, May, July, Oct, Dec).

For further details please ring the Parishes Office on 01603 473646 or E-mail.