Local parishioner Dick Walton has been presented with a Certificate from the Shropshire Association of Church Bellringers to mark 25 years of ringing the bells in the village. Pictured is Dick receiving his certificate from Madeline Harris, Master of the Shropshire Association, together with other colleagues from the current village bellringring team. #news #bellringing #church

1st Prize No57 2nd Prize No17 3rd Prize No64 There are 86 members registered at the moment with room for plenty more. If you missed the January draw you have time to register in time for February. Ring Jean on 653878 or Carol on 658983 for an application form or to confirm your allocated number if you are unsure. #news #church

You will notice that the Christingle service in this months edition of the Messenger states it will take place on the 16th December. Please note that this is incorrect and the actual date of the Christingle Service is Sunday 23rd December at 5PM #church

The 100 Club has been created with the aim of generating funds to maintain and improve our beautiful Church. By joining the 100 club you can help fund improvements to the church as well as having a chance to win a cash prize every month. If you are interested then please subscribe before the deadline of the 15th December! Please click here for more information Please click here for the application form #news #church

Please click here to download the form if you would like a candle lit in memory of some one this Christmas Eve #church

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The Norton team of bellringers (pictured in front of the church) rang the bells half-muffled for 45 minutes prior to the Service of Remembrance in the church. After the service, a ceremony took place at the bus shelter for the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate those Norton in Hales parishioners who fought and fell in armed service for their country. The ceremony was led by David Rigby on behalf of the Friends of Norton in Hales and the plaque was unveiled by Cllr Peter E

Here is a picture taken of St Chad's Church where hundreds of handmade poppies are on display that were created by members of the village and nearby areas. #church #news

Featuring the Eric Newton Good Time Orleans Band Thursday 8th November, 7.30 p.m. at St Chad's Church Cost £12.50 includes a buffet. Proceeds in aid of St Chad's Church Tickets are available from Mel Rees: 01630 657723 #events #activities #church