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Heart of Rode appeal
 The church's place is at the heart of the village. We all benefit from a church that is able to fulfil its role within the village community. But good circulation demands a strong and vibrant heart. This is why the Heart of Rode appeal is being launched, to empower St. Lawrence's to play its full and active role in the village of Rode. We have to raise much needed and substantial funds to update the facilities of our village church.  Our Village Church St. Lawrence's Church has served as the community heart for over 500 years. Over these centuries the people of Rode have been able to turn to the church in moments of need, marking the joy of new life, the love of a couple getting married or sharing the grief of loved ones in death. It is a place for all within the village to reflect, worship, socialize and enjoy. St. Lawrence's has given to the community throughout every season. Now St. Lawrence's needs the community's help to equip the church The Aim The aim is to bring to life a significant space within the church that will vastly improve the flexibility of St. Lawrence's as a useful building for the community. The Parochial Church Council has gained the approval of the Diocesan Advisory
The Cost The Heart of Rode appeal needs to raise £35,000 in 2010. The building work (with professional fees and fitting out) will cost a total of £60, 000. St Lawrence's is using its own reserves. But we are left with a sum of £35,000 to be raised in 2010. It's a formidable sum and that is why everyone's generous support is vital. How can you help? First, we need your donations ... either a lump sum or a pledge over a year, Gift Aided, so that the government gives us the tax you pay. It's simple ... for every £100 you give, the government will give us an additional £25 ... it makes a huge difference. Second, your help in fund raising. If you can have some time or a specialist skill that can help with the fund raising activities, please do let us know. Call Revd Philip Hawthorn on 01373 831234 Ways of Giving There are three ways you can help: 1 Come to the Giving Day in the church on February 14th 2 Or you can send your donation by post using the enclosed addressed envelope or hand it in at Rode Post Office Please complete the enclosed Gift Aid declaration form and enclose your cheque made payable to: Hardington Vale PCC - St. Lawrence's Appeal. 3 Support as many of the fund-raising activities as you can. There will be lots going on throughout the year and plenty of information so you don't miss it. Please help if you can with as much as you feel you can afford. Revd Nigel Done
Here you can download the appeal leaflet (sorry but due to restriction on our website this is in three parts) For further information on making a donation contact Appeal Treasurer, Lisa Derbyshire, 5 Rode Hill, Rode, BA11 6PS 01373 830146 or email heart_of_rode@yahoo.com Standing Order You can donate over a period of time by completing the Standing Order/Gift Aid form.
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