b'Our Churches and their communities.The Garrowby Benefice is fully committed to the Diocesan vision of Living Christs Story.To live Christs story is to be part of Gods mission of love in and for the world today and we need a flourishing and sustainable church of followers of Jesus for this to happen.We want our churches to be places where the story of Christ is known and lived out, transforming the communities we serve. We try to achieve this in our everyday life: at work, in education, in our neighbourhoods or at leisure. We try to to reach new people and grow in discipleship together, striving for greater diversity and attracting younger people. But also through our worship, in celebrating with new parents, baptism; with couples, their marriage; with family and friends the memorial of those who have died.To help us achieve these goals there have been Advent and Lent Lunches and study groups. There have also been Epiphany and Lent socialsAbove: A recent baptism at St Ediths, Bishop Wilton.at the Rectory, open to everyone from all the villages, providing opportunities to bring together people who wouldnt normally meet.A monthly meditation group is held at St Ediths on behalf of the whole benefice, a chance to explore silence and different approaches to contemplative prayer.Above: a memorial service at St Ediths, Bishop Wilton Above: a wedding at St Ediths, Bishop Wilton.Page 9'