It's always a pleasure when you come across something a little different among the endless entries recording baptisms, marriages and burials. Today I came across this little gem which suggests the priest had doubts as to the sincerity of the parents of little John Newton:

Did Hannah Howard, an unmarried mother, sell souls? We'll probably never know, but this has to be the most original occupation I've come across to date.

Welcome to Jessica Grace, born 18 September. My first granddaughter. Very many congratulations to Andrew & Emma. I know that Jessica will bring much light into your lives, and that you will make excellent parents.

Congratulations to Emma and Andrew on their marriage. 10 Nov 2021.

We share a family name, maybe we share a genetic heritage too. You can help us to find out, and to understand how the extended family is spread around the world.

This is a hobby for most of us. There is no room for the spiteful vendetta of a fellow researcher who happens to disagree.