b'All Saints Church has an active PCC. The twothe church within the community is strong.churchwardens, like the treasurer, are new toFundraising activities are well-supported. In their roles. Some members of the PCC arerecent years there have been garden parties, involved in other aspects of community life, notwine-tasting evenings as well as heritage talks least of all the village hall. The church has aand guided tours. There is ample scope for regular team of cleaners and flower arrangers asdevelopment here.Church meetings are held well as people willing to help at special events. in the newly refurbished village hall which is also Congregations may be smallthis is an areaused for refreshments as well as fund-raising where growth is neededbut support foractivities. A Brief History of All Saints Kirby UnderdaleDr Ruth Beckett Dr Ruth BeckettAbove: This richly illustrated book takes the reader onAbove: A churchyard is not just about the dead but is a historical tour around Kirby Underdale Church andabout the living too. This book explores the history of Kirby introduces some of the people who have played a part inUnderdale Churchyard through the lives of some of the a story which spans more than a thousand years. people buried within its consecrated ground.Above: The churchyard is a haven for wild flowers,Above: Parishioners from Whitkirk Church, Leeds, enjoy a especially in summer. talk about the history of the church given by churchwarden and local historian, Dr Ruth Beckett.Page 15'