The Dorcas Group

As the mainstay of our work we have been making tapestry kneelers for the church.   The first set, for the south aisle, was based loosely on the hymn "All things bright and beautiful", reflecting the blue and gold frontal of the altar that stood in the Fynderne chapel.   When in 1998 the Fynderne chapel was taken over by the new organ, we transferred the frontal to the altar in Foremark Church, as we believe that its golden lilies originated there.

Other kneelers throughout the church reflect the motifs on the altar frontal of St Catherine's Chapel, or represent people and activities in the village, or commemorate those who have died.  

Over the past years we have made kneelers for the altars, repaired holes in altar frontals, and made a completely new top. Other tasks have included covers for the piano in St Wystan's and the organ in Foremark church, making purificators and lavabo towels from old vestments, and making the Whitsuntide banner for the Millennium procession and celebration.   We are currently working on seat mats for the pews.

New members are warmly welcomed, as either regular or occasional attenders.   Contact Julia Banbury on 01283 702226 or Wendy Mair on 01283 537813.