Category: Stories From Our Church Family
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Answering the Call: Charles’ Story of Faith
We’re always encouraged by the different journeys of faith within our church family, and how God continues to work in people’s lives in quiet and powerful ways. Charles has been part of the St Mary’s community, growing in faith, building friendships, and taking important steps in his Christian journey, including confirmation. We will miss seeing…
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Shared Faith at St Mary’s
The Story of Michael Johns and Karen Johns St Mary’s Church in Bideford is far more than a historic building of stone and stained glass. For many people, it is a place where faith grows, families gather, and generations find a sense of belonging. For Michael Johns and his daughter Karen, St Mary’s has been…
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Betty Thompson’s Story
PART ONE I Came Here in 1946 “OK… you know who I am, don’t you?” Betty says it with a playful glint, her eyes bright with mischief. A smile curls at the corner of her mouth, and then comes the soft ripple of laughter — the kind that belongs to someone entirely comfortable in her…
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Shane Bengey’s Story
Meet Shane – One of Our Newest Members at St Mary’s Church, Bideford Shane’s story is a beautiful reminder that no matter how lost you may feel, if you look in the right place, you will find God. After a season of searching, Shane found his way into church — and discovered God waiting for…
