[Magdalen] Retirement

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Sun Oct 19 23:28:33 UTC 2014


Congratulations, and blessings on the next chapter of your adventure.

Renee

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> On Oct 19, 2014, at 7:25 PM, Roger Stokes <roger.stokes65 at btinternet.com> wrote:
> 
> This evening I conducted and preached at Solemn Evensong to mark the 125th anniversary of the dedication of our parish church and my retirement as Priest in Charge.  Apart from a guide to the USA the gifts I have received are all consumable.  From my friends at Bedford Rowing Club a bottle of Glenfiddich 12 year old malt.  From the Head Teacher of the neighbouring school a bottle of Glenrothes Special Reserve and from the parish a mixed case of wine.
> 
> I think I must have a reputation as somebody who likes a drink.
> 
> It was a grand service with some wonderful singing and some laughter at the intended places early in my sermon.  After cutting the cake and receiving my gifts I handed back my keys.
> 
> Roger


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