
But with the help of the irrepressible Father Bert, a retired cleric and one-time tail-end Charlie, David set about winning over the townsfolk. And not all of his parishioners were impressed by his new-fangled ways. Admittedly, the vicarage – which dated back to the twelfth century – was extremely cold and damp.

’ As the newly appointed Vicar of Helmsley, David was looking forward to working in this picturesque market town, set in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. ‘Written with all the warmth and gentle humour that we’ve come to expect from the like of James Herriot and Gervase Phinn’ The Press -This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition. All had stories of hardship and sacrifice, friendship and love.Ĭharming and moving, Shepherd of Another Flock shows that faith, laughter and joy can be found in the unlikeliest of places.
#SHEPHERD OF ANOTHER FLOCK DAVID WILBOURNE FREE#
There was Lord Feversham, the local landowner, who at times bore an unnerving resemblance to Henry VIII fiery Ted, a retired chef who had fought with the Polish Free Army Frank, the singing shepherd, still working as he approached eighty, and redoubtable countrywoman Eva, a font of wisdom. ’Īs the newly appointed vicar, David was looking forward to working in the picturesque market town of Helmsley, set in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside.


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