December 2020 sees the Lundie Memorial Award going to one of the youngest recipients so far. 4 year old Eveline Robinson from Trinity URC Wigan was nominated by her minister, Revd Chris Parker and church secretary Mrs Trish Reilly. Eveline, who has grown up in the church and is a valued member of their congregation and children's ministry, plays her part in the mission of God through service to the church congregation. 

 Arriving early with mum and grandad, Eveline has begun to help the Elders on duty to put out the hymn books and orders of service on the seats. She does this willingly and without being asked as soon as she arrives in church and, as soon as the organ finishes playing at the end of worship, she begins the task of returning the books to their correct place. Her cheerful willingness to be part of church life and her commitment and understanding that something needs to be done inspires the congregation.Whilst they had greeted her as a toddler, she has now turned the tables and greets people coming into Sunday Worship. 

Chris and Trish described one particular example of Eveline's participation in the Church Anniversary service. "Her task was to create a spcial card. On arrival every person was asked to put their name on a little cut out figure and decorate it. Eveline showed her figure and explained what could be done. She then assembled the card for display, celebrating the special day"

We look forward to hearing more about Eveline as she grows and finding out how she chose to spend the £100 grant for children's and youth in her church and synod. 

Remember, you too can nominate someone to receive a Lundie Memorial Award for playing their part in the mission of God.