The New Paschal Candlestick
To mark Jim Jones’ retirement from some 27 years of faithful service as a server (and all the other ways in which he has helped behind the scenes), it was decided to commission a new Paschal candlestick as the wrought iron one was rusting and showing its age.
Members of the congregation donated towards the cost and Ian Cole generously donated his time and wood-turning skills. Ian’s piece on designing and making the candlestick is elsewhere in this magazine. The candlestick was blessed on Palm Sunday but remained empty until the Easter Vigil when the 2025/26 Paschal candle was placed in it, having been lit from the Easter fire (built by Jim). If you have not been into the Abbey recently, come in and see!
Jennifer Maclean