In (2022) December’s ‘The Anglican’ newspaper we saw an article by The Rev. Judith Alltree. She is the executive director of the Mission to Seafarers Southern Ontario. She wrote of the Ditty Bags that are given out to sailors over the Christmas season.   The most treasured articles received are those that are handmade, as they can’t believe strangers would make these for them. So as we are always looking for somewhere for our knitting to go, we contacted her and  have been added on his list of donators for items to be made and donated next November 2023. She especially needs hats, scarves, mittens and bunk sized quilts and afghans- all in colours suited for men. We at Circle of Friends are all excited to begin this ministry.  Carole Whitehead shared with us her memories of when our church was involved in this years ago and we are so glad we can revive it.

And to add to this story- we would love to extend an invitation to join us Tuesdays at 1:00 -3:00 pm in the parish hall – we come together to knit, drink tea and always glad to welcome new folks. One does not have to belong to our church to attend.