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Chancellor, the University of
Edinburgh, this morning
received a Covid-19 update
from University staff via
video link.Kensington Palace
13th November, 2020
The Duke of Gloucester,
Grand Prior, the Most
Venerable Order of the
Hospital of St John of
Jerusalem, this morning held a
Meeting via video link with
Professor Mark Compton
(Lord Prior), Surgeon Rear
Admiral Lionel Jarvis (Prior
of England), Major General
Mark Strudwick (Prior of
Scotland) and Sir Paul
Williams (Prior of Wales).Royal Air Force Fairford,
Gloucestershire.
His Royal Highness this
afternoon held a Meeting with
Dr Angela Merkel (Chancellor
of the Federal Republic of
Germany) via telephone.Kensington Palace
13th November, 2020
The Duchess of Cambridge,
Joint Patron, the Royal
Foundation of The Duke and
Duchess of Cambridge, this
morning held a Meeting with
Mr Jason Knauf (Chief
Executive) via video link.St James’s Palace
13th November, 2020
The Princess Royal,I HAVE fought the good fight, I have
finished the race, I have kept the faith.
2 Timothy 4.7 (ESV)
Bible verses are provided by the
Bible Society
Births
CAREW HUNT on 8th November 2020
to Sarah (née Johnson) and Thomas, a
daughter, Elizabeth Esther Evelyn, sister to
Frederick.
DAVENPORT on 13th October 2020 to
Kirsty (née Jardine) and Andrew, a son,
Charles Inigo Robert.
FIDLER on 27th October 2020 to Laura
(née Graham) and Richard, a daughter,
Sienna Rose.
HUNT on 10th November at 00:48 to Kate
and Ryan, a son, Jude Reginald Hunt, in The
Rosie Hospital, Cambridge.
KINCHIN-SMITH
on 30th October 2020 to Chelsea
(née Williams) and Joseph, a son,
Ralph Henry John.MASON on 19th October 2020 to Laura
(née Delaney) and Edward, a daughter,
Susannah Juliet.
TANN on 5th November 2020 to Jessica
and Rupert, a son, Frederick Peter
Wyndham.
WYNNE DAVIES on 1st November 2020
to Julia (née Scheufler) and John, a
daughter, Sophie Julia.
Forthcoming Marriages
MR A. J. BLACKLOCK
AND MISS E. L. R. VINCENT
The engagement is announced between
Alex, son of Jane Blacklock of Woking,
Surrey, and Ellie, daughter of Mr Jonathan
Vincent of Upper Woolhampton,
Berkshire, and Mrs Henrietta Carey of
Machynlleth, Wales.
DR B. BLEASDALE
AND MS E. C. GILLIES
The engagement is announced between
Ben, son of Mr Kevin Bleasdale and the late
Mrs Kim Bleasdale of Sandiway, Cheshire,
and Elena, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs
David Gillies of Hove, East Sussex.
MISS L. I. H. CARR
AND MAJOR M. W. S. DOBSON
The engagement is announced between
Leonora, daughter of Jocelyn Holland and
the late James Carr of Warwick-on-Eden,
Cumbria, and Michael, son of Mandy and
William Dobson of Garsdon, Wiltshire.
MR J. C. H. COLLET
AND MISS H. K. I. HARFORD
The engagement is announced between
Johan, son of Mr and Mrs Harald Collet of
Jays Farm, West Sussex, and Harriet,
daughter of the late Mr Philip Harford and
of Mrs Harford of Horton, Gloucestershire.
MR C. E. ELLIOTT
AND MISS E. C. C. HASTIE-SMITH
The engagement is announced between
Christopher, eldest son of Mr Edward Elliott
of Rowlands Castle and Mrs Heidi Ormsby
of Hayling Island, and Emily, eldest
daughter of the Rev and Mrs Timothy
Hastie-Smith of Bibury, Gloucestershire.
MR J. W. FLEMINGTON
AND MISS L. S. E. JOHNS
The engagement is announced between
James and Louisa. Both families are
delighted.
MR G. F. HAGGAS
AND MISS S. C. L. TITE
The engagement is announced between
George, son of Mr and Mrs John Haggas of
Gayton, Norfolk, and Serena, daughter of
Mr and Mrs Christopher Tite of Putney,
London.
MR T. W. C. MEYRICK
AND MISS P. A. NORTH
The engagement is announced between
Thomas, son of Timothy Meyrick of
Hannington, Hampshire, and Janet
Anderson of London, and Perdita,
daughter of David and Sarah North of
Coleshill, Oxfordshire.
MR M. J. F. WILLETTS
AND DR O. E. M. F. VANE
The engagement is announced between
Matthew, son of David and Sarah Willetts of
Havant, Hampshire, and Olivia, daughter of
Christopher and Margaret Vane of
Calthwaite, Cumbria.Marriages
MS J. SAJOVIE
AND MR M. LEMBERGER
The marriage took place on 4th November
2020, at Kingston upon Thames, between
Jessica and Marcus.Deaths
ALBERTINI Peter Sinclair died peacefully
in hospital on 10th November 2020.
Beloved husband of Vanessa, devoted
father of Alexandra, Harriet and Tom, much
loved by his grandchildren, Freddie, Bill,
Maddy, Eddie, Phoebe, Emily, Bea and all
the dogs. Former Captain London Division
RNR. All funeral inquiries c/o J. Perigoe &
Son, Tel: 01580 713636.
BARTON Raymond died peacefully on
6th November 2020, aged 91. Cherished
husband, father and grandad, for ever in
our hearts. Keep sailing on.CANDFIELD Jeremy Nicholas 28.08.1953-
1.11.2020 — MA (Cantab) Economics, Christ's
College, 1975. Jeremy died peacefully on 1st
November 2020. He was the respected
director general of the Railway Industry
Association until retiring on health grounds
in 2016. Previously, Jeremy was heavily
involved in the Channel Tunnel Rail Link,
having been in senior positions at London
and Continental Railways, and Union
Railways. He is deeply missed by his wife,
Uta, children, Chris and Sophie, and his two
young granddaughters. A private funeral
will take place on 16th November at
11.30am (also livestreamed). For all
inquiries (including donations, which are
being taken for Hospice in the Weald and
Parkinson’s UK) please contact Welham
Jones Funerals, Sevenoaks 01732 742400.
FINDLAY Graham (J. G.) died peacefully
at home near Dulverton on 5th November,
within a whisker of 92. Hugely missed
already. “Thanks for having me.”
GRENIER David Arthur passed away
peacefully on 6th November 2020, aged- Much-loved husband of Janet and
father of Lewis, Julian and Michael, and
loving grandfather of Maisie, Francesca
and Benjamin. Donations to The Orchard
Project. Family funeral.
Clarence House
13th November, 2020
The Prince of Wales this
morning visited United
Kingdom and Canadian
Service Personnel taking part
in the Allied Rapid Reaction
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HARVEY Guy William. After a battle
bravely fought, Guy passed away on 3rd
November 2020, aged 52. Much-loved and
loving husband to Kerry and devoted
father. He will be deeply missed by his
daughter, Mia, and his step-daughters,
Hannah and Gabriella. The dearest son and
a loyal and much-loved brother to Emma.
Guy so enjoyed and valued family and
friends, his loss will be widely felt. Due to
present restrictions a private funeral will
be held. Family flowers only.
KEEP Sebastian died suddenly on 28th
September 2020. Much loved by all his
family and friends. A family service was
held at Westminster Cathedral on 10th
November 2020. A celebration of
Sebastian's life will take place when current
restrictions are lifted.
PALMER Keith Nicholas (Bash) passed
away peacefully on 2nd November 2020,
aged 73. Much loved and missed by family
and friends.RANKIN Sir Ian Niall died peacefully on
10th November 2020, aged 87, at home in
Ashmansworth. Beloved husband of Prue,
much-loved father of Zara Daisy, Gavin and
Lochie, and grandfather and step-
grandfather of many.
RAY Sylvia (née Acland-Hood) died on
November 4th 2020, aged 76. Devoted wife
of Robin and loving and practical supporter
of her wider family and many friends.
Funeral sadly limited to close family.
Donations made payable to The
Haemophilia Society or to Alzheimer’s
Research UK. To Forsey and Son Funeral
Directors, Willowfields, Lowerside Lane,
Glastonbury BA6 9GY.RITCHIE
John Vivian. Born on 30th October
1928, died on 7th November 2020.
Slipped away peacefully. Much loved
by all, especially his children and
grandchildren. Private funeral.
Memorial in 2021.SCLANDERS John Stewart died on 11th
November 2020, aged 91. Formerly of
Lindfield, Haywards Heath and Horsted
Keynes, he died peacefully at Sunrise care
home, Winchester. Much-loved husband of
the late Jean, loving father to Malcolm and
Liz, grandfather to Jamie, Nico, Mark and
Laura. No flowers please but donations, if
desired, to Chichester Diocesan Association
for Family Support Work. Details and
enquiries to Masters & Son, funeral
directors. Tel: 01444 482107.
SYMINGTON James died on 7th
November 2020, aged 85. Much-loved
father, grandfather, and husband of Penny
for 60 years. A full and well-lived life
surrounded by his family and many friends,
often accompanied by a glass of port.In Memoriam — Private
DOUG ALEXANDER
A proud Scotsman and proud father,
who served his country bravely. Rest
easy — one year on, we remember.Trustee Acts
CORNISH, Jean Eileen. Late of 7 Royal
London Buildings, Ethnard Road, Peckham,
London, SE15 1RY, died on 1st May 2020
particulars to Hepburns Solicitors LLP, Unit 1
Blackwater Court, 17-19 Blackwater Street,
East Dulwich, London, SE22 8SD by 22nd
January 2021.
HOBBS, John Thomas of 4 Upper Wimpole
Street, London, W1G 6LF, died on 14th
September 2019. Particulars to Nicholas &
Co, Solicitors, 10-12 Bourlet Close, London,
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prior to insertionSacks helped us to see the
familiar through fresh eyes
chodesh — repetition and
renewal — precisely because
both are essential ingredients
of a life of faith. We are
defined by our timeless
values. Yet, within the context
of our unchanging, divine
ordinances, we are also
called upon to constantly
rediscover them in new and
creative ways.
This was the rare gift of
Rabbi Sacks. He helped us
see the familiar through fresh
eyes. He defied an ever-
increasing wave of secularism
by showing that faith offers
timeless, invaluable
perspectives on the issues of
the day. Amid the pandemic,
faith helps us meet the
immense challenge of
renewing ourselves in the
face of seemingly perpetualadversity. Rabbi Sacks gave
people of faith renewed pride
and enthusiasm for ancient
wisdom that may have
appeared impenetrable or
obscure to some, while
simultaneously introducing
it for the first time to those
of no faith.
He showed how the divine
could provide us with light in
times of the greatest
darkness. “It is not about
optimism,” he wrote, “but
about courage, the courage to
face an unknown future
knowing that we are not
alone, that God is with us,
lifting us when we fall,
signalling the way.”
May his memory be for an
eternal blessing.Ephraim Mirvis is the Chief Rabbi of
the United Hebrew Congregations
of the Commonwealthexceptional wisdom in this
very column, for which he
wrote regularly over the
course of more than 20 years.
He was a master
wordsmith. From his vast
back catalogue of Credo
articles, Rabbi Sacks
produced one of his many
inspirational books, entitled
Celebrating Life, which he
wrote in 2000 after the death
of his father. In it he explored
the themes of coping with
traumatic change, as well as
the importance of cherishing
every precious moment of
life, topics which are more
relevant than ever in these
times of such devastating
global upheaval.
Rabbi Sacks explained that
to overcome periods of
adversity requires of us “aspecial kind of thought... the
ability to see things
differently, to alter
perspectives... to see the
things you have seen all along
but never noticed”. It was and
is a profound way to respond
to both change and challenge.
The Hebrew word for year,
shanah, comes from the word
shinun, which means
repetition. The Jewish year is
all about repetition. We have
the same months, seasons
and festivals, year in and year
out. However, the Hebrew
word for month, chodesh,
comes from the word
chadash, which means new. A
new moon ushers in a new
month, which is different
from the last and therefore
brings with it, by definition,
something fresh and distinct.
The Jewish calendar
combines shanah andH
ow should we
react to the death
of a truly great
person, someone
who has
unquestionably changed the
world for the better?
This is the question faced
by Abraham in this week’s
portion of the Book of
Genesis, which is being read
and studied today, on this
Sabbath, by Jews all over the
world. It is also a question
that many will find
heartbreakingly apt, after the
sudden passing of my
predecessor, Rabbi Lord
Sacks, one week ago.
In the very first recorded
reaction of a person to the
death of a loved one, the
Bible reveals how Abraham
had lost his beloved wife,
Sarah, the great matriarch of
the Jewish people. The Book
of Genesis tells us that he
“came to eulogise Sarah and
to cry for her”. Significantly,
in addition to expressing his
own deep sense of loss and
grief, Abraham hastened to
pay public homage to his wife.
He understood that when a
person passes away, the
achievements of their life are
brought into focus. The
greater the life, the greater
the opportunity to motivate
others with their story. The
eulogy simultaneously gives
honour to the dead and
inspiration to the living.
Sarah was among the most
prominent of ancient role
models. Her faith, wisdom
and leadership would inspire
people for all time.
Reflections at the time of her
death presented an
opportunity to recognise her
greatness in a way that would
preserve her legacy and have
a deep impact on the lives of
so many, over the
generations, to this very day.
I believe the same can be
said about the passing of
Rabbi Lord Sacks.
I am certain that, among
the numerous people
mourning his loss, there will
be many who first became
acquainted with hisCredo
Ephraim
MirvisCourt Circular
Rabbi Lord Sacks defied an ever-increasing wave of secularism