Seconded to the parish of Tililngdon, the Reverend Dolores has been presented with a challenge.

She’s living in an antiquated house and she’s cold. Furthermore, her new Bishop, Bishop Alice does not approve of ‘showgirls in dog collars.’

Determined to prove the Bishop wrong, she sets about warming her house – who cares if it smells of horse! There is the crochet club, jumble sale, and soup run to organise. And this year, the church bells will ring, no matter what threats are made. Even more so, the newly formed choir will spread a little joy this Christmas, even though they can’t sing – yet! And with a little help from Phil, her bassist, this year could be full of magic.

However, she has a fight on her hands as the townies out in Knob Hill – she must stop calling it that, are trying to stop her from ringing her bells. When Krystal with a K decides to do some volunteer work, Dolores sets out to see just how committed she really is.

Up to her ears in granny squares and squawking choristers, Dolores is revving up for Christmas, yet a deeper darker secret is beginning to emerge!

A secret that could blow the whole parish apart and put Dolores in danger.

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Animal Blessing in Prazeres

By Samantha Gannon on 11th January 2022 8:31 pm

On Sunday, the 16th of January the annual animal blessing will take place at Prazeres Church.

The celebration starts with the Eucharist in honour of Santo Antão (protector of animals and crops), at 10 am. All those wishing to participate in the animal blessing should be at the Churchyard by 2.30pm, and the blessing will take place at 3.00 pm.

As per usual, all pandemic health and safety requirements, such as social distancing and mask wearing will be in force.

Samantha Gannon

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