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Bishop blesses newly-planted fig tree at nursing home
THE Home of Comfort Nursing Home in Southsea had a special visitor on Wednesday 1st March when Rt Rev Dr Jonathan Frost, Bishop of Portsmouth, stopped by to plant and bless a new fig tree in the front garden.
The tree was generously donated by Hampshire Tree and Garden, a local tree specialist who was commissioned to remove another tree that was causing problems for the nursing home’s boundary wall.
Despite the chilly weather, the ceremony was attended by several residents, along with their family members, the Matron, Administration Manager, and Trustees. After planting the tree, the bishop sprinkled it with holy water and led everyone in prayers, including the Lord’s Prayer.
Following the ceremony, Bishop Jonathan warmed up with a cup of tea and a slice of homemade ‘Bara Brith’ (a traditional Welsh tea cake) from the nursing home’s kitchen. He then took some time to chat with Trustees and residents in the home’s cosy conservatory overlooking the front garden.
The Home of Comfort Nursing Home is incredibly grateful to Bishop Jonathan and Hampshire Tree and Garden for their time and generosity in making this special day possible.
