If you have details of any events or training opportunities please let us know so we can share via the website and newsletter – as always via info@devonchurchesruralforum.org.uk
Rural Mission Sunday – Pilgrimage – 18th July
From the Arthur Rank Centre, this year’s Rural Mission Sunday’s theme is “Pilgrimage”. Rural Mission Sunday is 18th July. You can sign up for free resources here
arthurrankcentre.org.uk/mission/rural-mission-sunday-2021
Lammas Day FCN Service
Many people really enjoyed at FCN Plough Sunday service on You-tube. John Wibberley has sent advance notice of the Lammas Day Service which will be broadcast on 25th July – not to be missed.
FCN has also released a film – FCN (via ARC newsletter) says it is “An open and honest film highlighting the importance of seeking support has been launched during farming help awareness week.” You can access the FCN's film here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B6U7oT_kdVk&feature=emb_title
Devon Churches Rural Forum - Farm Visit 4th August 2021
Our next farm visit will be on 4th August to a beef and arable farm in mid-Devon. The visit will begin with refreshments and a talk, followed by farm walk with plenty of time for questions and discussion, and end with a short act of worship finishing by 4 pm. Places are limited for practical reasons to 30 people but we do have some spaces left at the moment - if interested in attending please email info@devonchurchesruralforum.org.uk
Two events from the Agricultural Christian Fellowship - to keep up with details please link to their website https://www.acfhub.com/ On Saturday 31st July they have another ‘Hope Countryside’ prayer morning. Following previous truly encouraging events this will again be via zoom, and booking on eventbrite. See website​ On Saturday 30th October they are planning a joint conference with Village Hope focussing on current critical issues that will shape the future of farming and the countryside. The working title is ‘Countryside at the Crossroads - an ABC of agricultural change.' More details to follow, again we will be meeting virtually, but please note the date.