The Friends
While the day to day running costs are the responsibility of the
Parochial Church Council, there are frequent extraordinary and
particular needs for which money is required.
The aim of The Friends, founded in 1990, is to provide support for
the maintenance, enrichment and beautification of the fabric.
For example in 2005 the Nave roof, figures and angels
were repaired and restored to their former glory with funding for The
Friends. However there are major works to be done in other parts of the
church. More recent work has included the overhaul and restoration of
the fine organ, the construction of a new narthex with improved
hospitality facilities at the west end of the church, and the complete
replacement of our sound system.
Future work will include a substantial upgrade to the lighting
system, especially
in the Quire. In particular, significant work is needed on the
pinnacles above the roof on the south side of the church and over
the porches.
Membership of the Friends is open to all. The Friends aim to provide
a link between people who have an affection for St Paul's, whether
current or former members of the congregation, local people who are
interested, or visitors from further afield.
To find out more about the Friends of St Paul's or how to become
involved, please email
friends@stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk
Keeping in Touch
The Friends promote concerts and other events, and there is an
annual meeting to which all members are invited.
The wider the membership, the more truly The Friends can fulfil
their aims.
The
Friends of St Paul's Church
