About us
"The Spiritual journey is the unlearning of fear and the acceptance of love."
(Marianne Williamson).
(Marianne Williamson).
Who we are
The Newmarket SNU Pioneer Centre opened its doors on 29th May 2011 for all people in the Newmarket and surrounding areas who are interested in Spiritualism or would like to learn more about it. Within the workings of our Centre, we not only encourage you to look at and investigate your own spirituality, but to look at the power of your spirit. We have knowledge that there is only the physical death, the shedding of the earthly body, but the spirit goes on eternally. Through our spirituality we become aware that our spirit is part of that greater creative energy of God. Many people often discover Spiritualism following the death of a loved one, close family member or friend. Others have a feeling there is something missing in their lives and begin to look elsewhere for answers. Some are just curious, visiting to see what we do. We offer friendship, support and a warm welcome to all our visitors. (Above our famous visitor book which everyone signs and is this embroiderd for all to see.) People visiting the Centre for the first time are often pleasantly surprised at how normal, warm and welcoming we are. We have helped many people with their troubles purely by giving support to them and offering a hand in friendship. The feedback we have received on many occasions is of visitors being uplifted and happy after attending a service. Spiritualism is a recognised religion by an Act of Parliament in 1951. It has its own churches, ministers with the same rights as in any other religion. Mediums communicate with our loved ones in the spirit side of life proving that life does exists after physical death, this being the difference between Spiritualism and other religions. We do not lose our earthly identity, we retain our characteristics (happy or sad, grumpy and awkward) so that messages from our loved ones are easily recognised and accepted. We are all spirit having a human experience. We have our Divine Services weekly on a Sunday morning at 11am, have a monthly Evening of Mediumship, and hold occasional workshops. The Divine Services include prayers, hymns/songs, an address of philosophy, a demonstration of evidence from loved ones, healing prior to or after the service. If you would like to attend any of the activities of our centre, we would love to see you. |
Our PrinciplesThe Philosophy of Spiritualism is based on the 7 Principles.
Our Pioneer
Our Spiritual Pioneer is Gordon Higginson. He was the longest serving President of the Spiritualist Union and was a well respected teacher and medium. He was born in Longton in Stoke on Trent and was giving messages in mum's circle from an early age.
Gordon united the two worlds are we are very honoured to have him as our pioneer. You can find out more about Gordon by going to our links section, where there is a tribute page that will let you understand more about Gordon and his life. Our church is Affiliated to:
The Spiritualists National Union Redwoods, Stansted Hall, Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex CM 24 8U. www.snu.org.uk 
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Our Committee
Picture of the Committee Members.
Left: Secretary - Jill,
Centre: Treasurer - Mark
Right: President - Mary
Our committee is made up of three people. Mary Butcher is the President. Jill Mansell is our Secretary and Mark Rodman is our Treasurer. The Committee are here to support you and make you feel welcome. Please feel free to speak to any of the Committee either before or after the service.
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Lesley Hale and Rachel Casson who co-founded the Centre on 29th May 2011. We celebrated the opening 12 years ago with Rachel and Lesley present on the 28th May 2023.
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A lovely cake made for the birthday celebration.
The Queens Jubilee celebrations in Newmarket 2022.
Recently the congregation "acted" chapters from a book written by Minister Barry Oates, The Five Pillars of Hope, A Prequel. The chapter's were beautifully read by the volunteers who are pictured on the left with author Barry. Thank you to everyone who took part. The embroidery is from our "Visitors Book", new visitors are encouraged to write something on a large sheet which is then embroidered over in bright colours, a unique way to capture memories. |
Each month the Centre holds a raffle in support of a community in Swaziland, South Africa.
The charity S.H.I.P. The Shewula Health Integration Project, was founded in 2000 by one of our congregation, Jacqueline Shaerer. The objective is to help to relieve poverty, distress and sickness of orphaned children who have suffered loss with the after effects of HIV/AIDS. There are many elderly who need support from home repairs to helping with hospital visits and equipment. The list of Jacqueline help is on going and huge. She has helped with building a clinic, a school, providing cows to a farmer who now has a beautiful herd, which means the school and neighbours have fresh milk. Another farmer had crops given to him, this also provides food for the community. A lady was given a sewing machine and had lessons in dressmaking, she can earn a living making clothes. The list goes on. Jacqueline sends parcels out on a regular basis packed with school items for the children - pens, pencils, crayons, paper, small toys and clothes. A knitting circle in Newmarket sends all sorts of garments from hats to jumpers, blankets and clothes which the children love. The brighter the better. Any small donation of these items are truly welcomed. Just recently we have been given wonderful donations, financial and gifts for the children. £100.00 from Minister Barry Oates and £150.00 from Len, another of our congregation. Such blessings, and Thank You to both. |
