A THANKSGIVING service is to be held in St Albans this weekend to celebrate the life of a popular reverend.

Rev Noel Pepper was a local Baptist and United Reformed Church minister, who played a very active role in the community.

The service will be held at The Abbey Cathedral, on Sunday (October 16) at 3pm.

All are welcome to attend and the family have politely requested that no flowers are given.

Any donations can be made to Christian Relief Uganda, which can also be arranged through Phillips Funeral Directors on 01727 851006.