CLAYTON WEST; HUDDERSFIELD DISTRICT.

Sunday morning worship at Clayton West Methodist Church was led by Jean Heath, who spoke about the dangers of wanting money and possessions but not sharing with the needy. Readings from the New Testament were by Beryl Holt and Wendy Barber. Joan Bond was the steward. Coffee after the service was served by Lucie Froggatt.

Speaker at the Tuesday afternoon fellowship was Frances Priestnall, who read favourite poems and played and sang favourite music. Refreshments were also enjoyed.

The house-to-house collection in the area by Churches Together members for Christian Aid week raised pounds 2,214.48.

Thanks go to all who collected and contributed.

On Saturday, All Saints Church held its monthly coffee morning, when home-made cakes and produce were for sale, along with household items and books. There was also a raffle which all helped to raise a total of pounds 151 for church funds.

The Sunday morning Communion service was a joint service with St Augustine's Church, Scissett. Celebrant was the Rev Joy Cousans, assisted by Sean Fisher. The New Testament reading was by Jean Newby and the Gospel reading by Wynn Leake. Sidespersons were Kath and Brendan McDaid, and the offertory was taken up by Marjorie Brown and Margaret and Kenneth Morris. Organist was Gillian Hamer. After the service, members and friends of All Saints enjoyed a walk to Bretton Park, then up to High Hoyland where they had lunch at the Cherry Tree Inn.

For the June meeting of Clayton West WI members met at the Kirklees Light Railway. The evening was spent making hanging baskets to hang around the station. This was followed by refreshments in the cafe. Thanks were expressed to the railway staff for all their help and guidance in making the evening so enjoyable.

The 7th Huddersfield Clayton West Scout group had a busy weekend, starting with a Hoe Down on Saturday evening. The main attraction was a rodeo bull ride which proved to be very popular. There was a barbecue and music was provided by the country and western group Gunsmoke.

On Sunday, the annual gala took place, when fine weather brought lots of visitors who enjoyed the many attractions such as, tombola, hook a duck, bottles on strings and also a raffle with many prizes. Activities included archery, shooting, zip wire and a monkey bridge. Refreshments included hot dogs, burgers, chilli and nachos, tea, coffee, juice and cakes. The scout group thanks all who supported this enjoyable event.