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A Youthworker's Tale

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May 23rd

Dave, a youth-worker in a nearby church, has asked if we can chat. Find Out More...

May 22nd

5 a side tournament ends today. It has been contrived that winning the league (which we do) doesn’t mean winning the competition. Find Out More...

May 21st

In my study at home there is a pile of stuff waiting for me (in-tray, answer-phone and e-mail). Find Out More...

May 20th

In the kitchen area at church I meet Richard, from the Technical College. Find Out More...

May 19th

The day after the exhibition I am completely drained of all human resources like strength and stamina. Find Out More...

May 18th

A visit to the Christian Resources Exhibition in London with the staff team. Find Out More...

May 17th

At the staff meeting I suggest giving up drums. Find Out More...

May 16th

Youth group and Brian joint barbecue. They have been encouraged to bring their friends. Find Out More...

May 15th

Remember that I haven’t checked my e-mail for a few days. Find Out More...

May 14th

The Youth Committee meets, prays and appoints Clive as chair. Find Out More...

May 13th

It is the final Sunday for our present curate. It occurs to me that I have said very little about this man. Find Out More...

May 12th

Boring, boring cup final. Find Out More...

May 11th

Croissants, coffee and two newspapers for breakfast. Find Out More...

May 10th

The vicar has had his car hit ... Find Out More...

May 9th

As a piece of research (really your Honour) I purchase The Daily Sport and The Daily Star. Find Out More...

May 8th

Opposite the church the building work is almost finished and some sort of opening ceremony is being planned. Find Out More...

May 7th

May Bank Holiday. I’m a bit thick about nature and stuff. Find Out More...

May 6th

The deep joy of a painless pee fills me with excitement for a Sunday’s work. Find Out More...

May 5th

Drink lots of water and try to relax and not to go to the toilet too often. Find Out More...