Elaine Close had recently attended the National Federation Women’s Institute AGM in Cardiff and she gave a report on the meeting which had included guest speakers Dame Stella Rimington, Former Director of MI5 and Huw Edwards BBC News Presenter.
President Marion then welcomed Debra Jessett a humanist Celebrant from the British Humanist Association. Debra gave an interesting illustrated presentation on her role providing personalised non-religious ceremonies to recognise and celebrate life’s milestones. These included weddings, naming ceremonies, vow renewal, civil partnership and funerals. Debra said individuals and family members were able to design their own very personal ceremonies. President Marion Want gave the vote of thanks.
The competition for an old family photo was won by Dorothy Goddard with Jean Dobson second. The monthly raffle was won by Nancy Toft.
Date of next meeting is Wednesday 18 July at 7.15pm in Natland Village Hall when the speaker will be Archie Workman on ‘My Life in the Gutter’.