The Parish of Catterick with Tunstall

The Parish of Catterick with Tunstall A warm welcome to the Parish of Catterick with Tunstall, encompassing Catterick Village, Tunstall and Brough St Giles, just off the A1

18/06/2026

At the end of most days I sit down, look back over things, remember I’m not perfect far from it
and then I pray.

Mostly for forgiveness, if I’m honest.

Usually that helps.

Tonight, after a quick scroll through Facebook, I’m just a bit baffled.

I’m clearly clicking on things that are changing my algorithm to suit my current brain age.

I’d estimate it’s somewhere around “well-used crayon level.”

And yes, probably one I’ve already tried to eat.

I won’t share the page, because I’m not giving it extra attention.

But apparently someone talking about the earth being flat has around 5,000 followers.

And I’m sat here thinking… really?

Not judging.

Everyone to their own.

People can believe what they like.

I believe God is real.

I believe Jesus matters.

I believe this world is God’s creation.

Other people may see things differently,
and that’s fair enough.

But I have hope.

And if I’m wrong,
well, I’ll have absolutely no way of complaining about it…

It’s not really about followers, views, or numbers for me.

It’s about that one starfish being thrown back into the sea.

If something we post reaches one person who needs hope,
prayer, encouragement, community,
or even just to know they’re not on their own,
then it matters.

Facebook can be strange, noisy,
and sometimes completely bonkers.

But it is also a tool.

And used well, it can help us get a message of hope
, care, and safety out into the community.

That said,
even I have to admit the internet
does test the limits of my patience,
my prayer life, and possibly my blood pressure.

Between angry roosters, pancake planets,
and whatever else Facebook thinks I need to see tonight,
I think it might be time to put the phone down.

Sorry for posting rubbish.

I’m off to pray for wisdom, patience,
and an algorithm with adult supervision.

Good night! x

Catterick’s got talents… and probably some hidden ones too! 🎤🐾On fete day we’ll have races and other daft activities in ...
18/06/2026

Catterick’s got talents… and probably some hidden ones too! 🎤🐾

On fete day we’ll have races and other daft activities in the arena, plus a wonderful singer helping bring the atmosphere.

But we’re wondering… is there anyone else who’d like to showcase something?

Singing, dancing, magic, music, comedy, juggling, poetry, dog tricks, party piece, recorder solo from 1997… big or small, polished or wonderfully enthusiastic — we’d love to hear from you.

No pressure, no scary auditions, no judges with dramatic music. Just a friendly village fete and a chance to share something fun.

Daisy has offered to sing, but so far it sounds suspiciously like barking for treats. 🐾

Message us if you’d like to take part!
St Anne’s Village Fete — Saturday 11th July, Low Green, Catterick Village 🎪✨

💥 THE BIG REVEAL! 💥Contenders ready? Daisy certainly thinks so. 🐾We’re not completely sure what will be in our arena on ...
18/06/2026

💥 THE BIG REVEAL! 💥

Contenders ready? Daisy certainly thinks so. 🐾

We’re not completely sure what will be in our arena on fete day yet — games, stalls, chaos, possibly me regretting my life choices — but we do know one thing…

We still need raffle prizes!

Chocolates, bottles, toiletries, games, toys, gift sets, or anything lovely someone would be pleased to win.

So, parish heroes… are you ready?
Message Facebook for drop off or collection.

Daisy is already limbering up. I’m just hoping there’s no travelator. 😂

🎬🐾 WHERE WILL DAISY BE FILMING TODAY?We’ve tried this little game before, but most of you just watched quietly like it w...
18/06/2026

🎬🐾 WHERE WILL DAISY BE FILMING TODAY?

We’ve tried this little game before, but most of you just watched quietly like it was Songs of Praise with snacks.

So Daisy is giving you another chance.

Today she’ll be filming a silly TV or film-inspired scene somewhere local.

Can you guess what it is?

Wrong answers welcome.
Daisy’s ego depends on your comments.

And yes… this is also a very subtle, not-at-all-subtle reminder that we’re still collecting raffle prizes for St Anne’s Village Fete.

Bottles, chocolates, smellies, gift sets, treats, prizes — all gratefully received.

Daisy says donate generously.

The vicar says please. 🐾🎬🎟️

Hello humans, Daisy here. 🐾I listened to Dad’s sermon this week.Well… some of it.What I took away is this:Jesus wants us...
17/06/2026

Hello humans, Daisy here. 🐾

I listened to Dad’s sermon this week.

Well… some of it.

What I took away is this:

Jesus wants us to make room for others.

Which sounds lovely in church.

Less lovely when “others” turns out to be a funny-looking chicken with ideas above its station.

For those who missed the village documentary unfolding in real time, Dad ended up pushing a chicken coop up the hill in his pyjamas and Jesus slippers to save a cockerel.

Yes.

Pyjamas.

Jesus slippers.

Chicken coop.

Uphill.

I was there as a witness.

There were cars passing.
There was wheezing.
There was the look of a man wondering if this was ministry or a very strange fitness test from the Lord.

At one point I’m fairly sure he nearly had a heart attack and started silently smiting drivers as they went past.

Very holy. Very rural. Very undignified.

So yes, I understand the sermon now.

Church is not meant to be like my favourite spot on the sofa, where I get comfy and then look personally betrayed if anyone else wants to sit down.

Apparently we make room.

Room for people who are tired.
Room for people who are struggling.
Room for people who haven’t found their way in yet.

And, occasionally, room for a cockerel who has arrived in the vicarage garden like a tiny feathered emergency.

So I’m trying to make room.

I’ve already let a funny-looking chicken in for a bit, which I think shows real spiritual growth.

But if it tries to take my spot, my dad, or my treats…

I’ll have a feather pillow for my next nap.

Amen. 🐾

Current situation at the vicarage. I appear to have gained a rooster... 🐓😅I wasn't planning on it, but here we are!Does ...
15/06/2026

Current situation at the vicarage.
I appear to have gained a rooster... 🐓😅
I wasn't planning on it, but here we are!
Does anyone know someone who could rehome him? Before he starts organising dawn services in the garden. 😂

14/06/2026

Well... that was a slightly unexpected end to the day! 🤣
I'm still getting used to rural life, but I absolutely love the community spirit here.
I was just going to the fridge for a drink when I happened to look out into the back garden and thought, "Is that... a chicken?"
Assuming I'd finally lost the plot, I put my glasses on... and yes, there really was a feathered visitor wandering around the vicarage!
I managed to catch it (I did briefly wonder if it would be easier to let Daisy have a go, but my conscience won! 🐶😂).
A quick phone call to Maria and Judith, who both know far more about chickens than I do, brought some much-needed advice, and Maria even came round to help.
Then, in another little twist, a lovely lady I'd only happened to speak to yesterday remembered I'd said I was thinking about getting some chickens and kindly offered me a spare chicken coop.
Only one slight problem...
It turns out my "chicken" isn't a chicken at all. It's a rooster! 🐓
So yes, if anyone happened to see the vicar in his pyjamas pushing a chicken coop up the hill to the vicarage... I promise I wasn't stealing it! I thought I'd better explain before the village rumours started. 😂
I know exactly where some of your minds are going. Behave yourselves! 😇
Days like this remind me why we love living here. Thank you to everyone who offered advice, stopped to help, or simply had a laugh with us. Village life is certainly never boring!

Just a reminder, as I didn't do it yesterday We are at Tunstall 10 am Today
14/06/2026

Just a reminder, as I didn't do it yesterday
We are at Tunstall 10 am Today

STOP SCROLLING. Daisy has discovered the Holy Grail of village fetes. 🐾🍫She’s entered The Great Catterick Prize Hunt — a...
13/06/2026

STOP SCROLLING. Daisy has discovered the Holy Grail of village fetes. 🐾🍫

She’s entered The Great Catterick Prize Hunt — a dangerous quest involving raffle prizes, bottle donations, chocolates, teddy bears, and one very excited whippet.

We still need donations for the St Anne’s Church Fete:

🎟️ raffle prizes
🍾 bottle stall items
🎁 gifts, chocolates, smellies, toys, treats

Message the page for drop-off or collection.

Fortune and glory? Maybe.
A brilliant village fete? Definitely.

how nice are these? It's Father's Day soon
13/06/2026

how nice are these? It's Father's Day soon

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