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Celebrating the Life of Joanna Sizer

My wife Joanna died peacefully in Southampton University Hospital in the early morning of last Saturday surrounded by family. Joanna was first diagnosed with inoperable lung cancer seven years ago and then a brain tumour three years ago.

Joanna’s faith in the Lord Jesus Christ gave her the strength and courage to persevere and she has been such an inspiration to family and friends.

We invite you to attend a Service of Thanksgiving celebrating Joanna’s life on Tuesday 6th August at Christ Church, Virginia Water, GU25 4LD. If distance prohibits your attendance in person, here is the Live Stream link which will enable you to participate online.

Joanna was active in supporting refugees and asylum seekers. She also greatly valued the work of Maggies caring for those with cancer. If you wish to make a donation in her memory, you may do so here:

https://www.maggies.org/get-involved/donate-maggies

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Southampton Peace Vigil for Ukraine

A Peace Vigil for Ukraine was held in Southampton’s Guildhall Square last Friday evening, 11th March, addressed by religious and civic community leaders including the Mayor of Southampton, Councillor Alex Houghton;  The Right Reverend Debbie Sellin, Bishop of Southampton; Councillor Daniel Fitzhenry – Leader of Southampton City Council; Nikki Walters – Southampton City of Sanctuary; Dr Parvin Damani MBE – Muslim Council of Southampton; Chris Webb – a pastor at Above Bar Church and William Brook-Hart – City of Sanctuary and SWVG.

Watch videos of their messages here

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