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Pastor reflects on Korean visit

Published

10 years ago

August 6, 2015

Tom Sinclair

Korean Christians: ‘Simply amazing’

BAPTIST PASTOR, Rob James was recently visited by ten Korean Christians as part of the South Korean Prayer Mission to the UK.

Rob, who currently operates as a consultant for the Evangelical Alliance, said: “Pembrokeshire will not be the same again if prayer has anything to do with it. These Koreans were simply amazing. They came at their own expense and were representatives of the several hundred who visited at least thirty centres throughout the UK. I was privileged to take part in the final Monday night celebration at the Emmanuel Centre in Westminster and found it an explosive and deeply moving occasion when over more 1,000 Christians and South Koreans gathered from the nation for a night of explosive and dynamic prayer and worship. It was a powerful climax to the 2015 initiative and a fitting finale to all that we had experienced locally.”

The mixed team of ten who visited Pembroke and Pembroke Dock slept in Zion Free Church Pembroke Dock and engaged with a good cross section of local churches as well as spending time at the Tanyard Youth Project Pembroke and the Speculation Inn, Hundleton.

“I think this was the most exciting facet of the mission,” continued Rob. “The churches involved were so glad to be able to work together in such a positive way, and as the local coordinator I am grateful to them for seeing the potential and opening their doors for them to pray, lead worship and even cook Korean pancakes.”

Rob fully expects the Korean Prayer Initiative to take place again in 2016, and would welcome invitations from any local church that would like to get involved.

He added: “I have already received several requests, and I am sure that many more will want to be part of this growing wave of prayer. As one leader said to me It’s a ‘no brainer’. Who would not want a group of passionate Christians prayer walking, holding all night prayer vigils and supporting local church initiatives. Pembrokeshire is but one of many regions visited that can testify to the the tremendousencouragementbroughtby these simple humble brothers and sisters of ours from Korea.”

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Narbelles WI support Food Bank with festive donation

Published

18 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Group marks December meeting with charity collection and Christmas celebrations

NARBELLES WI rounded off the year with a festive December meeting featuring a bring-and-share buffet, party games and a Secret Santa gift exchange.

Members also used the occasion to support families in need across the county, collecting food items and presenting a £120 cheque to Ann Watling from Pembrokeshire Food Bank. The donation represents the proceeds of the group’s bucket collection during Narberth Civic Week 2024.

A spokesperson for the WI said the group was delighted to finish the year “with fun, friendship and a chance to give something back to the community.”

(Photo: Narbelles WI members presenting the cheque to Ann Watling, Pembrokeshire Food Bank.)

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Annual charity carol service raises funds for good causes

Published

2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

MID and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service held its annual Charity Carol Service on Wednesday (Dec 10) at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel in Crymych.

The event brought together members of the local community alongside Fire Service staff for an evening of carols, readings and festive refreshments, marking the Christmas season in a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

This year’s service supported two important charities — the Fire Fighters Charity and Cancer Research Wales — with all proceeds going directly towards their ongoing work.

A total of £597 was raised on the night, which will be shared equally between the two charities.

The Service thanked the congregation at Ebeneser Baptist Chapel for hosting the event, as well as everyone who gave their time, support and generosity to make the evening such a success.

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3 Amigos toy bike run under way across Pembrokeshire

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2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Tom Sinclair

Castle Inn fun runners back festive charity event

THE ANNUAL 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run is under way this afternoon (Saturday), with hundreds of motorcyclists setting off from Pembroke to raise funds for children’s services.

Riders gathered at The Commons car park in Pembroke from around midday before departing shortly after 1:00pm. The festive convoy is travelling along its traditional route, taking in Pembroke Dock and continuing through parts of the county including Neyland, Milford Haven and Haverfordwest.

The event is organised by the 3 Amigos and Dollies Motorcycle Group and has become a much-anticipated Christmas tradition in west Wales, with toys and donations collected for children receiving care within the Hywel Dda University Health Board area.

Also supporting the event are fun runners from the Castle Inn in Pembroke, who have been fundraising in aid of the 3 Amigos. The group are pictured alongside participants from today’s run.

The 3 Amigos have been raising funds for children’s wards and health charities for more than twenty-five years, with their Easter and Christmas events continuing to make a positive difference to young patients and their families.

Organisers have thanked the public for their support and asked road users to be mindful of the large convoy as it passes through towns and villages this afternoon.

Photo caption:
Festive fundraising: Fun runners from the Castle Inn, Pembroke, pictured supporting the 3 Amigos Christmas toy bike run (Pic: Martin Cavaney/Herald)