You have heard the saying, ?There is a first time for everything!?  Well, tonight was the first time, as new Parish Priest, that I had the opportunity to be present for the Botwell House Junior Carol Service that took place in the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Hayes.

Not only did the children (and staff) raise the roof, with their singing, but they also brought to life the story of the nativity through well chosen and well delivered readings, carols, instrumentals and festive songs ? a thoroughly uplifting night was had by all!