A Baptism bridges a 231 year gap on 11th August 2019.

Home » News » Baptism bridges 231 yr gap

By Arena Webteam - 11th August 2019 4:48pm

Today, St Bartholomew's welcomed Reuben John Minshull, parents Steve and Emily and over a hundred guests to Reuben's baptism.

A chapel was demolished by John Minshull and a new church built on the site in 1541 but no Minshull has been baptised, married or buried in the church or churchyard since 1788, a gap of 231 years. John, who resided in Minshull Hall, became the first minister of St Bartholomew's and the church gave the village it's name. This made the service especially historic and special to all.
The Rev. Anne Lawson took the service and we welcome Rueben to God's family and the Minshulls back to the church of their ancestors.

popular recent storiesAlso in the news

Update - Fruit & Veg

Jean Jones: Wed 08 Jul 8:14am

"UPDATE — Fruit and Veg at the Village Hall" “Perry's Produce have provided an invaluable service for the people of Church Minshull since the early days of lockdown. People came from round and about to collect fruit and veg boxes and many also took them to friends and family who were shielding. Lately they have introduced us to a range of fresh, locally sourced...

Discretionary Fund Phase 2

Arena Webteam: Wed 01 Jul 10:41am

Phase two of discretionary fund open for small eligible businesses.Please click HERE for the latest document...

Farewell Finn, my faithful friend

Madai the Labrador: Wed 01 Jul 7:00am

So last week I said goodbye to my friend Finn, whom I've known for as long as I've been here reporting to you — three and a half years! He has been getting a bit slower with age, and with reluctance and the concern of their friends his people had finally decided that the time had come. Whoa, steady! What did you think I was on about? Put away those hankies! If you'd only waited I...