The first half of November has been a busy time and a mixture of joyous celebration and thoughtful remembrance. On 6th November we gave thanks for the wonderful and long life of Doris Webb. The fact that some six people now perform Doris’ former duties in the church best illustrates her tireless and committed service to St Martin’s over many years. We all miss her, and our thoughts are with her family, but she has left an amazing and inspiring example to all of us.
Her funeral was two days after Antonia Ede and Archie Sebag-Montefiore’s wedding. This was a magnificent occasion. The church was full and not even a rogue ‘cipher’ on the organ could dull the superb singing of the congregation and celebrations!
On 12th, we met at the East End war memorial for the annual service of remembrance. Luckily the rain held off. Thank you to Mike Sarson, who led the service in Christine’s absence at Highclere, and everyone else involved. Special thanks to the Chipchase family for once more organising refreshments.
