News

Evangelist carrying cross reaches Pembrokeshire

Published

6 years ago

June 29, 2018

AN EVANGELIST has been hauling a cross on his back around all of Wales, and stopped in Pembroke to speak to a Baptist Pastor.

Clive Cornish, of Cardiff, started his 500-mile long journey around Wales on June 18, bearing a 50lb cross on his back in his walk of faith.

When stopping in Pembroke, Mr Cornish met Baptist Pastor Rob James, who said: “Cross carrying evangelist Clive Cornish could not speak more highly of the welcome he always receives in Pembrokeshire.

“He has carried his cross in many different parts of the world but wanted to stress last week that the welcome he receives here really does stand out. It was epitomised last week when on his fourth visit the local Apostolic church heard that he needed a bed for the night and booked him and his companion into a local hotel.”

He continued: “Clive is no ordinary evangelist. He came from a background of drink, drugs and prison and only went to church for a bit of fun. But it was God who had the last laugh when he was challenged to discover the truth for himself. It only took a prayer but it was that prayer that changed his life. He says it left him feeling clean and renewed in an instant. And that feeling has never left him.

“Clive doesn’t like to ram what he believes down peoples’ throats but he does want to be where people are in a way that confronts them with the love of God he sees expressed in the life and death of Jesus. And while he does not expect everyone to make a wooden cross and imitate him Clive issues this challenge to our churches: if we want to give Jesus to our community today we need to take the masks off and be in the real world.

“We are dealing with people who don’t want or need church. It’s time to take church to them. Wherever possible get outside the four walls of your church. Show Jesus outside your perimeter. We say ‘Bring them in’ but Jesus replies ‘No I want you to go’.”

Charity

Letterston dog show raises over £750 for local charities

Published

5 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

ON SUNDAY (Dec 22), Letterston Ring Craft successfully raised £755.55 for two Pembrokeshire-based charities during a fun dog show event. The funds were equally split between South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue and Letterston Memorial Hall.

The event featured a variety of well-attended classes, including child handling and fancy dress, drawing participation from dog enthusiasts of all levels.

This fundraiser marked the first charitable event supporting South Pembrokeshire Cat Rescue. Founded and managed by Lizzy Austwick, the rescue organisation aids unwanted, feral, and sick cats across Pembrokeshire and responds to urgent cases in Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. The rescue provides neutering support for stray and feral cats, directs owners to available resources, and specialises in helping stray cats with severe injuries, raising essential funds for their care.

For assistance, Lizzy can be contacted via the rescue’s Facebook page or at 07575 131443.

Letterston Ring Craft welcomes new members interested in training and showing their dogs, from local companion shows to prestigious events like Crufts. The club meets every other Sunday in Letterston, and further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Looking ahead, the next fun dog show is scheduled for early next year and will support Belle’s Story Charity. For more information or to get involved, contact Gentle Lowe at 07956 653401.

Charity

£3,800 donated to services across Withybush Hospital

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6 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

THE CAMROSE VINTAGE WORKING DAY team has donated £3,800 to services across Withybush Hospital.

Their 37^th annual event raised a record breaking £25,000, which has now been distributed among 26 local charities.

They donated the funds to the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit and Heads Up! Hair Loss Initiative at Withybush Hospital. Each service received £950.

The Heads Up! initiative provides a person-centred, holistic hair loss service for cancer patients. It brings together healthcare and haircare professionals from local communities to give patients the knowledge and products needed to manage their hair loss with dignity and choice.

Katie Hancock, Fundraising Officer, said: “Thank you to Andrew, the team and the supporters of the Camrose Vintage Working Day for your generosity once again. Your donation to each service is amazing and will make a big difference. We are hugely grateful for your wonderful support.

“The support of our local communities enables us to provide services over and above what the NHS can provide in the three counties of Hywel Dda and we are extremely grateful for every donation we receive.”

Pictured above: Andrew James, Chairman of Camrose Vintage Working Day with Withybush Hospital staff from the Stroke Ward, Specialist Respiratory Team, Chemo Day Unit, Heads Up! Hair Loss initiative.

Community

Neyland Community Christmas Lunch a festive success

Published

7 hours ago

December 25, 2024

Tom Sinclair

NEYLAND TOWN COUNCIL rolled up their sleeves to support this year’s Community Christmas Lunch, spreading festive cheer and warm hospitality to attendees on Christmas Day at the Alumchine.

Councillors Steve Campodonic, David Devauden, Steve Thomas, and Brian Rothero began their efforts as early as 7:30am, working tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.

The dedicated organisers, including Trish Campodonic, Pam, and Lloyd Hamilton, along with other volunteers, created a welcoming space filled with festive spirit and a delicious meal with all the trimmings.

The event brought together members of the community who might otherwise have spent the day alone, highlighting the warmth and generosity that Neyland is known for.

A heartfelt ‘Well done’ to everyone involved for making this Christmas lunch a resounding success and spreading joy to so many.