Combined service

The challenge with roomy churches is that there is more than enough room for everyone, and still had space for more. So when we get a healthy gathering of almost 70 parishioners gathered from our 4 congregations, this photo still looks a bit thin. I think many from the front few rows were lighting a candle. That's my story and I am sticking to it!
But this image isn't about numbers, it's about a growing excitement and energy that is created when they all meet up. A bit like family reunions without the cooking or undercurrents of stress!
Forming a stronger parish from 3 churches is my challenge. It will take some work, but we are on the way.