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'I’m part of our local Open the Book team. We have just done the story of Jonah and the Whale. When we did Jonah, I was Jonah. I don’t know if I was cast for being grumbling and moaning.

Jonah is quite fascinating. I think the story shows that you can’t run away. Wherever you are, God is still there. I think it’s a comfort to know that. I’ve always kept busy. I used to work in finance for the local council. I retired three years ago.

As well as Open the Book, I have been church warden and treasurer. I’m involved in the youth football sides and the adult team. I spend a lot of time with my granddaughters, which is fantastic. I don’t know how I had time to go to work. I think I feel closer to God when I am outside and part of nature.

Walking the dog, Mickey, is the time when God can speak to me most. It’s when I can speak to God. Then, I’m not busy. Doing Open the Book has made me read the Bible more. It gives me a better understanding of the story we are telling to the children.'

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