THE Christmas gathering of the Crediton and Area Devon Senior Voice group was delighted to welcome the new Bishop of Crediton, Dame Sarah Mullally.

Bishop Sarah gave an engaging talk about her background in nursing and her progression through the NHS ranks before deciding to follow her calling, and become an ordained priest.

A strong theme throughout her talk, was the need to really listen to individuals, especially the elderly, in order to provide services that are relevant.

She recommended the local NHS director of Nursing was invited to talk to our group at some stage.

After being thanked and presented with a bouquet by chair, Carole Towler, she stayed on and joined members in a cream scone and warm mince pie to the accompaniment of the marvellous, upbeat strains of the Morchard Bishop Ukulele Band.

A full schedule of speakers is now available for 2016.

For more information about the Devon Senior Voice, either locally or county-wide, please call membership secretary, Pam Healey on 01363 775243 or email: [email protected] .

Alan Quick