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SUNDAY 23 February will mark ten years since I began my role in the benefice, serving a local community that is overlooked by the Ivinghoe Beacon, writes Tracey Doyle.
It will also be my last service as we move to our home in Devon to run a Christian retreat and B&B. The 10 years here have been a wonderful experience sharing God's message.
We have welcomed lots of new arrivals, shared countless celebrations and said goodbye to some dear friends.
I have been privileged to support two licensed lay ministers through their training and watch them go from strength to strength in their ministry.
I have treasured every moment of working in a team with them. Children's work has always been a priority for me and I have formed strong links with schools, toddler groups, pre-schools and the children's centre.
Our children's work at Ivinghoe with Pitstone and at Slapton has been recognised by the Diocese and we proudly display our Family Friendly Church awards.
The uniformed groups have been welcomed at the church.
It has been my pleasure to forge new links and strengthen existing ones with the community.
We have held holiday clubs, and seasonal parties.
One of our most successful outreach events is our senior citizens' Christmas lunch. Music has also been a big part of my time and our choirs have sung at many events.
St Mary's choir also expanded into the Beacon Choir, inviting non-church members to join them.
My time here has been wonderful and I will take many special memories with me that I will always remember and hold in my heart. The Revd Tracey Doyle is the outgoing Vicar of Ivinghoe with Pitstone, Slapton and Marsworth.