This year’s Remembrance Sunday has special significance, marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War. Eight decades have passed since Victory in Europe against the evils of Nazi Germany and Victory over Imperial Japan. Echoes of two world wars are still felt across the decades albeit that the world is a very different place from our parents’ generation. History is in danger of being repeated and we would do well, not only to remember the sacrifice of the past with gratitude, but also to reflect on our own sense of responsibility and duty today.

  Hello everyone,   Firstly, I wanted to say a big thank you for welcoming Anna, Isabel, John, Sam and I to the parish of Gatley, St James. It was such a joyful occasion on the 14 th October and without the help of so many it wouldn’t have been possible. Thank you for your kindness and care. 

On top of the tower at St James’ Church in Gatley perches a splendid weathervane, shaped as a cockerel. He is a bit worse for wear but not only does he point to the whims of the wind, he also carries a reminder of history and faith, and a touch of wartime intrigue.