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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Walk For Life

By Samantha Gannon on 25th March 2025 7:37 pm

The Walk for Life will take place on the 29th of March, starting at the Sá Carneiro Roundabout, at the beginning of Avenida do Mar, at 15:00.

The event, which has been held annually since 2012, defends the dignity of life from conception to natural death, bringing together participants of various ages and backgrounds. The initiative has already taken place in thirteen cities across the national territory, including Funchal.

In a press release, the organisers call for everyone to participate in this event.

Samantha Gannon

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