Confirmation

Yesterday evening the Bishop of Ludlow confirmed four members of St Mary's Church including the eldest daughter of the CIH. The CIH had a privileged position for this occasion as he was acting as the Bishop's Chaplain - a role that involves looking after the Bish's stick and making sure he has all the books and accesories he needs throughout the service.

The Bishop only just made it to the church in time having got caught by a dodgy bit of roadwork diversion. The road from Cleobury Mortimer to Highley is currently closed for pipe laying and the detour adds about an extra 30minutes to any journey. For those in the know, there is an alternative, yet unsigned, diversionary route that only adds about 5minutes to the journey. Sadly the Bish was not in the know and followed the extensive diversion marked by AA signs.

With everyone there and in place, the service started more or less on time and went off without any problems and the four confirmation candidates made it through without getting too stressed.

After the service there were cakes galore so everyone went home on a sugar boost. Great fun.