CHRISTIANS Together in Crediton held a Picnic in the Park in Newcombes Meadow after the morning services held in the town on Sunday, May 24.

Crediton Town Band played before the start of the Celebration of Shared Worship, video Alan Quick

Crediton Rector, Rev Matthew Tregenza and Assistant Curate, Rev Sandra Collier, with Sarah Preece, centre. AQ 1682
Crediton Rector, Rev Matthew Tregenza and Assistant Curate, Rev Sandra Collier, with Sarah Preece, centre. AQ 1682 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

It was held to celebrate the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.

Following the picnic, Crediton Town Band played from 2pm and for a Celebration of Shared Worship.

Some of those who attended the service and sheltered in the Jubilee Gardens. AQ 1664
Some of those who attended the service and sheltered in the Jubilee Gardens. AQ 1664 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)
Taking part in the service and sheltering in the Jubilee Gardens. AQ 1681
Taking part in the service and sheltering in the Jubilee Gardens. AQ 1681 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

The worship was led by Crediton Rector, Rev Matthew Tregenza and Assistant Curate, Rev Sandra Collier, the service put together by Sarah Preece.

The Band played for the hymns and everyone enjoyed singing along.

Crediton Town Band played for the Picnic in the Park Celebration of Shared Worship. AQ 1668
Crediton Town Band played for the Picnic in the Park Celebration of Shared Worship. AQ 1668 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)

With the weather so hot, many took to shelter in the Jubilee Gardens for their picnics and for the service.

Representatives from all of the churches in Crediton took part.

Ready for the service after the picnic in Newcombes Meadow. AQ 1666
Ready for the service after the picnic in Newcombes Meadow. AQ 1666 (Alan Quick, Crediton Courier)