St Oswald's Church, Sowerby

Supporters of St Oswald’s Church in Sowerby are so keen to raise funds that they are preparing to launch themselves off the 200 foot high Baitings Reservoir near Ripponden in a sponsored abseil.

The event takes place on Sunday 8 June and to date 20 members and friends of St Oswald’s have signed up for the abseil which aims to raise funds to help maintain and run the historic Church.

Leading from the front will be the Rev Nicky Carnall, who views the experience with something less than enthusiasm. She says, “Members of the congregation who are nearly twice my age have signed up for this. If they are willing to do it then I guess I have no excuse! I hope I am brave enough on the day!”

She adds, “If anyone would like to sponsor us, or come and abseil with us and raise their own sponsors, email vicar@stoswaldsowerby.org.uk".

St Oswald's is a beautiful and historic Church of England Parish Church in the village of Sowerby, just outside Thirsk. It is attended by people of all ages who live in the village and surrounding area, and by many visitors to this scenic part of North Yorkshire.

St Oswald's has a thriving ministry to children and young people, a variety of music styles, opportunities for learning about the Christian faith in small groups or simply being quiet and reflective together.

We enjoy close links with other local churches - our sister church, St Cuthbert's, Sessay; Sowerby Methodist Church; and the Thirsk Team Ministry. We are also members of the local Churches Together Group.

This website tells you a lot more about the ministry of St Oswald's Church. If there is any further information you would like, please do not hesitate to contact Revd Nicky Carnall.

www.stoswaldsowerby.org.uk