Saundersfoot Probus Club held one of their regular midday luncheons on Wednesday, September 29. Guest of honour was Mrs Eve Cornthwaite. Once again the Gower Hotel, Saundersfoot was the chosen venue where an excellent meal was provided.

The club president, Ken Phillips, welcomed all members and guests and in particular Mrs. Eve Cornthwaite. Once again John Parker (ex-president) had made excellent arrangements with the hotel.

The club continues to provide an excellent forum for retired or semi-retired Saundersfoot and district people to discuss topics of mutual interest. Members come from all round the county and are most welcome. Regular outside speakers are invited on a diverse range of subjects that are of interest on a broad basis.

Meetings are held every second and fourth Wednesday in the month in a convivial atmosphere in the Sports Club, Regency Hall, Saundersfoot.

The club's activities include outings to places of special interest, lunches when wives and friends are invited, together with talks given by outside speakers with expertise in their subjects.

All costs are kept to a minimum, as are the club's annual fees which are only £10. This is a great opportunity for anyone out there who would like to add some interest in their lives and meet new friends. All you have to do is pick up the phone and ring 01834 814022 (Ken Phillips) or 01834 891471 (John Parker). They will pleased to have a friendly chat and provide all information.

Hebron Baptist Church

Mr. Anthony Standing was the worship leader last Sunday. Visitors continue to enjoy fellowship with the congregation. The speaker was Rev. Bryan Jones from Brecon whose selected scripture reading was Psalm 121. The pianist was Miss Helen Standing and the welcome steward was Mrs. Janet Roberts.

The illustrated talk for the young people this week featured King Nebuchadnezzar, a proud and arrogant king. Despite seeing God's power when He saved Daniel's friends from the furnace, the king took pride in himself and all his power and wealth. Even when warned in a strange dream which Daniel interpreted, he did not change.

A year later the dream came true and Nebuchadnezzar became like a mad man living wild in the forest. When at last he came to his senses, God restored Nebuchadnezzar to his kingdom and blessed him greatly.

This is one of many stories in the Bible that show us that God is in control and will protect those who love and trust in Him.

Rev. Jones began his message by saying that another example of dreamers in the Bible is Joseph. In Acts 7 v 9 Stephen refers to Joseph who was sold into slavery in Egypt, but God was with him.

A large chunk of Genesis tells the story of Joseph and God's protection. As a teenager, his brothers turned on him, sold him and covered his multicoloured coat with the blood of an animal to make their father believe he had died.

But God was with Joseph 'and made all that he did prosper.' His Egyptian master, noticed the presence of God in Joseph's life. Even when Joseph was wrongly accused and imprisoned God remained with him. Even though he was forgotten by the man whose dreams he interpreted, he kept on trusting God.

When he was around 30-years-old, Pharaoh released Joseph and had him interpret his dreams. God was still with him as Joseph was promoted to be in charge of the nation's food supplies for the next 14 years.

Around the age of 40 he wa s reunited with his brothers when they arrived in Egypt to buy food. Their guilt made them afraid, but Joseph could see that God had been with him through it all and he had no bitterness toward those who betrayed him.

We can follow Joseph's example when we let go of our grudges and accept that trials are in the purpose of God's greater plan.

When you focus on God's blessings the bitterness and grudges will fade and you will become aware of God's presence in your life.

This Sunday, the speaker will be Rev. Craig Gove, with activities for young people in the hall during the message. Activities in the hall this week are Tuesday Club 6 - 7.30pm and Bible study on Thursday at 7.30 pm.

A warm welcome awaits you at Hebron. For more information, call 811697 or visit http://www.hebronbaptistsaundersfoot.org.uk">www.hebronbaptistsaundersfoot.org.uk

Historical Society

 

The first meeting of the new season was a very sociable occasion and the group was very pleased to welcome a number of new members to the society. 

The next meeting on Wednesday, October 21, promises to be very interesting as John Mien is returning with more fascinating historical facts about Begelly and Saundersfoot. 

Members will recall his visit last year at Wiseman's Bridge when he proved to be one of the most interesting speakers the society has ever had.

Also, another of the group's favourites, Rev. Martin Connop Price, will be coming down specially from his home in Henley to listen to John as a member of the audience.  No doubt he will be happy to join in with questions and answers as well.

Although Christmas may seem a long way off, the society is making plans for the usual party at Wiseman's Bridge, so there will be a list at the October meeting if you would like to go. Please book your place as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

BOWLING CLUB

Whist results

Monday evening whist results were: top score - Alwen Hughes; 1st lady - Audrey Williams; 2nd lady - Vera Parfitt; 1st gent - Beryl Lawrence; 2nd gent - Elsie Pendlebury; highest first half - Brenda Badham; highest second half - Diane Barrett; lowest score - Joyce Waters; longest sitter - Heather Buckley; raffles - Rene Baggott and Brenda Badham.

Whist drives are held every Monday at 7 pm in the clubhouse.

THOMAS MEMORIAL CHURCH

The service this Sunday at 11 am will be taken by Pastor Peter Morgan and will be a communion service. A warm invitation is extended to all.

METHODIST CHURCH

The preacher on Sunday, Rev. Alan Jenkins, preached on Mark 10, the story of 'The Rich Young Man'.

The young man, he pointed out, asked how he might 'inherit' eternal life. This perhaps indicates that he had inherited his riches, not earned them. Did that influence his thoughts on obtaining eternal life? Jesus went on to say it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.

But, said the preacher, money is not the only thing that can get in the way. We get bogged down by preoccupation with possessions, our status and everyday interests, leaving us no time for listening to God.

There will be no service this Sunday as there is a circuit service at Priory Road Methodist Church, Milford Haven, at 10.30 am.