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N i f t y n o t e sDECEMBER 2019
Compiled by Nicola Mellors email: [email protected]
Adventurous cyclist Robert
Cleave was welcomed
home in October after an
18,000 mile round-the-world-ride
by his church, family and friends
– and Bishop Tony Porter.
Sixty-four year-old Robert, who
attends St Michael’s Church in
Bramcote, completed his epic 18
month journey to raise money for
three charities which are close to
his heart.
Grandchildren Lucy and Maggie,
and his son and daughter, Betty
and James cycled the last leg with
him - from Wollaton Hall to
Bramcote Park - along with the
Revd Steve Silvester.
Robert, who worked in IT at
Boots for 40 years, comes from a
Christian family – and made his
own personal faith commitment
in 6th form.
“It was a gradual conversion.. and
suffused every aspect of my life,”
says Robert. “It wasn’t that I felt
called in a specific direction –
though I did do an Extension
Studies Course (a distance
learning course at St John’s
Theological College) which led
me to be a Christian in the
world.” This was then developed
as a lay person; he was
Nottingham South Deanery Lay
Chair for 19 years, on Diocesan
Synod, and Bishop’s Council for
12 years.
For the past 10 years Robert has
been involved with young
peoples’ work.
He started as a Traidcraft Rep at
St Michael’s and the work is still
going on through others –
including his wife, Christine.
Traidcraft are beneficiaries of the
trip, and Cancer Research, as his
Continued on page 2
Round the world cyclist
welcomed home
In this month’s issue:
2 New in brief
4 Events and information
5 Prayer diary
`8 World links news
10 What’s On
12 Comings & Goings
2 December 19
Continued from page 1
mother died from the disease four
years ago. He added BREAD to
his charities – which works with
the village of Berega in Tanzania
– the local church, hospital and
schools. “We have been out there
and seen what’s happening due to
drought economic problems
etc….It’s a small charity which
can make big changes to the
people there.” Funds raised so far
are £23,000.
The intrepid traveller planned the
18,452 mile route across 29
countries according to the level of
risk – which he found on the
Foreign Office website. He
decided to jump the ‘riskier’
places; he cycled to Europe and
Istanbul but flew over the Middle
East to India and on from there.
In Australia he cycled from Perth
to Sydney but took a train across
200 miles of the arid Nullabor
Plain as there was nothing there
to provide rest and recuperation.
Prior to setting off, Robert broke
his shoulder in a car accident and
also had to have his right hip
replaced. He needed a knee
support for his left knee due to
extra wear and tear throughout
the journey – and was aware of
prayer from home which, he says
thankfully, helped him get
through.
He also developed a chest
infection in Rajasthan – the most
polluted state in India - and had to
stop cycling for five days.
He visited lots of churches and
cathedrals around the world to
experience them. “There’s a
staggering variety and richness of
Christian art – it’s wonderful to
see the differences from here in
the UK and to be able to worship
with other Christians, also seeing
what their issues were e.g,
Thailand working with refugees
from Myanmar and Arizona/New
Mexico with immigrants from
Mexico – I couldn’t always
understand them but it added to
the fun.”
Robert attended a Greek
Orthodox service in Thessaloniki
and spent 10 days there, after a
gear cable wore through – which
was a different length locally so
he had to wait for a replacement
from the UK. “It felt more like a
performance – with stuff being
done ‘to you’ by the priest and
choir, lots of incense and icons; it
was quite theatrical,” he says.
.
1,000 miles from the finish his
bike broke while in the car
manufacturing city of Detroit –
where he went round the factories
- including a special tour of
Henry Ford’s first factory, when
they heard about his trip.
He explains: “Suddenly the
saddle came off in my hand… the
frame had broken where the
saddle connects to the frame via a
metal tube (see below). A local
bike shop helped mend it as a
temporary solution with gorilla
tape – which got me through the
last 1000 miles.”
His favourite countries were India
and China. “So different and
contradictory – ‘in your face’ - I
was never bored. Not many speak
English off the tourist trail in
China, where I came across the
recently discovered tomb of an
emperor from 2,000 years ago –
Guang Zhou – who was buried in
a jade suit.”
Other interesting experiences
included being in a Sydney
church when it happened to be
‘National Sorry Day’ – when they
say sorry for what happened to
the Aborigines. Also in Canada,
whilst attending anti-slavery
events, he went to see Uncle
Tom’s Cabin on Walpole Island
near Toronto which belonged in
real life to a former slave called
Henson - and his house is now a
museum.
Robert lost 2.5 stone on his
journey but is now starting to
gain weight – as he’s not cycling
for six or seven hours per day!
“It was harder for Christine as she
loves doing interesting stuff…
but she came out seven times to
see me – so lots of holidays –
every time I went somewhere she
wanted to visit.” These included
Bordeaux; Spain (where they had
a family holiday); Athens;
Istanbul to Bangkok (where their
daughter joined them and
provided the music for the
Christingle service – and Robert
rode his bike down the aisle to be
interviewed by the vicar). After
China they flew back to the UK
to see their first grandson and
they celebrated their 40th
wedding anniversary in
Chicago… and Japan.
Continued on page 3
News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . .
Niftynotes 3
News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . .
Lay Reader Sue Waterston
has been appointed as the
Warden of Readers for the
Diocese of Southwell &
Nottingham. Sue, who serves on
Bishop’s Council and is PCC
Secretary at St Giles’ Costock,
said: “I am humbled, delighted
and excited at the prospect of
being the next Warden of Readers
at a time of growth and change in
the Diocese.
“Lay ministry has long been my
passion and I believe we have a
key role to play in the
implementation of the diocesan
vision. Being called to pastorally
support my brothers and sisters in
Christ in this important work is a
real privilege.”
Sue, who works for the
homelessness charity Framework,
will have a particular focus on
providing pastoral care for the
growing number of Readers and
Licensed Lay Minsters in the
diocese, and will also help to
devise a framework for deploying
this valuable ministry for mission
and growth.
She will work with a wider team
supporting Readers; the training
and development of Readers and
Lay Ministers will continue to be
held within the framework of the
School of Discipleship under the
expertise of The Revd James
Halstead.
Bishop Paul said: “I am delighted
that Sue has kindly accepted my
invitation to be the Diocesan
Warden of Readers with
immediate effect.
“Sue brings to this role not only
her considerable experience as a
Reader but also her strong
pastoral gifts exercised through
her role as a trainer for the
diocese and in the workplace.
“May I take this opportunity to
once again acknowledge the
tireless contribution of our
previous Warden of Readers, Mr
Chris Perrett, who has helped to
lay such strong foundations on
which to build for the future.”
New Warden of Readers appointed
Continued from page 2
Robert took 45,000 photos and
made 400 videos. As he hit the
18000 mile mark at OSAKA
Castle in Japan he did a live -
stream. His favourite photo is of
himself at that point with a sign
made from towels from the hotel
and written in felt tip (see below).
Luggage consisted of two paniers
at the back allowing 15kg of stuff
for 18 months…plus a small
handlebar panier for his phone,
wallet, torch etc..
He took three pairs of underpants
but lost two pairs en route! One
pair blew off the back of the bike
whilst drying and he left the other
in a hotel – so Christine
replenished his supply – plus new
tyres when required - in the post.
There were various random acts
of kindness – including a lady
who approached him in a park in
Australia and gave him a bottle of
ice cold water – and then returned
with a home-made fruit cake.
Robert now plans to give talks
about his trip to schools, scout
groups etc… but as for another
long distance cycle trip in the
future….?
He says: “Christine’s going to
have me on a short leash now! It’s
been absolutely brilliant – I can’t
understand why more people
don’t do it!”
More photos here:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/so
uthwellandnottingham/albums/72
157711447982276
4 December 19
Events and information. . Events and information. . Events and informa
The Revd Alex Shiells, Curate atChrist Church, Worksop writes:
In late October I was privileged
to attend, on behalf of our
diocese, the national Diocesan
Environment Officer's
conference at Foxhill House in
Chester Diocese. This was an
opportunity for those engaged in
environmental issues at a
diocesan level to meet to pray,
share experience and ideas, and
plan a way forward on the issues
of climate change and
environmental care. Our visit
coincided with the latest report
from the Church of England
Environmental Working Group,
which can be found here:
https://www.churchofengland.or
g/more/media-
centre/news/church-englands-
environment-group-calls-greater
-action-climate-change-across
At the conference we heard
stories of success and relief
around the globe, particularly in
areas most affected by natural
disasters in which the Anglican
Communion is able to offer aid
and support. We also shared
stories of good practice in our
own churches and dioceses, and
it is clearer than ever that the
Church is beginning to stand up
and be counted in response to
this most important of issues.
Our care for God's earth is a
significant area of witness and
mission as we respond to what
has been termed a climate
emergency for our world.
Continued on page 12
Caring for the
environment
The Archbishop of Canterbury’s Commission on Housing,
Church and Community will seek to re-imagine housing
policy, with a focus on building better communities and homes,
not just houses. As well as making recommendations for Government
and others, it will also look at what actions the Church can take, in
partnership with others, to help tackle the crisis at local, regional and
national level.
The Grenfell Tower disaster of June 2017 in North Kensington
became almost at once a symbol of our country’s housing crisis. It
served as a stark reminder of how we have marginalised whole
sections of the population in sub-standard housing, but also brought to
the surface the resilience and power of local communities in
responding to this tragic event.
Most of us are affected in some way by the housing crisis. Indeed, we
are seeing mounting problems, from unaffordable rents and insecure
tenancies to poor quality housing and gross inequalities in housing
wealth. But as is too often the case, it is the poorest who bear the
brunt.
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says that judgment is linked to
justice, namely, in the way in which we treat those who are most
vulnerable and weakest. Out of that teaching comes the Christian call
to work for the welfare of everyone in our society, including shelter
and a good home for all.
The Church – working with other public, private and voluntary
organisations that share this vision – has a significant contribution to
make in this area. We have land and resources that can be used to help
meet the need for more affordable housing. We have social capital
that can be used to uphold people’s right to a decent and secure home.
We have a long history and expertise in community-building that can
be used to shape new developments where people can flourish.
The Commission seeks to contribute, from a distinctly Christian
perspective, to the very widespread debates that are taking place and
the significant work already being done in this vital area.
On 15th November our diocese was represented at a York Province
Consultation to feed in what is going on in the City and County.
The diocesan lead on housing need and homelessness is Revd Liam
O’Boyle if you want to find out more about the local challenges and
responses. Liam.O’[email protected]
Focus on building better
communities and homes
www.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes
PrayerdiaryIn January we pray for. . .
Niftynotes 5
Wed 01 Jan Naming of Jesus: Today we celebrate with the Holy Family as they offer Jesus to the
Lord as their first born. We pray for all babies born today and for their family that
they may grow in safety and security and ‘in the knowledge of the Lord’.
Lagos (Nigeria) The Right Revd Humphery Olumakaiye
Lagos Mainland (Nigeria) The Right Revd Akinpelu Johnson
Lagos West (Nigeria) The Right Revd James Odedeji
Thu 02 Jan Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy: Headteacher: Heather Gabb
Lahore (Pakistan) The Right Revd Irfan Jamil
South Western Brazil (Brazil) The Right Revd Francisco De Assis Da Silva
Southeast Florida (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Peter Eaton
Fri 03 Jan Archbishop Cranmer C of E Primary Academy: Headteacher: Melanie Stevens
Lainya (South Sudan) vacant
Southeastern Mexico (Mexico) The Right Revd Benito Juarez-Martinez
Sat 04 Jan Bleasby C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Sam Mensah
Lake Malawi (Central Africa) The Right Revd Francis Kaulanda
Southern Brazil (Brazil) The Right Revd Humberto Goncalves
Gippsland (Australia) The Right Revd Dr Richard Treloar
Sun 05 Jan The Primary School of St Mary & St Martin, Blyth: Headteacher: Alison Richardson
Pray for the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia
The Most Revd Philip Richardson - Bishop of Taranaki and Primate
The Most Revd Don Tamihere - Pihopa of Aotearora and Primate
The Most Revd Fereimi Cama - Bishop of Polynesia and Primate
Mon 06 Jan EPIPHANY: Bramcote Church of England (Aided) Primary School
Headteacher: Sarah Meredith
Lake Rukwa (Tanzania) The Right Revd Mathayo Kasagara
Southern Highlands (Tanzania) The Right Revd Julius Lugendo
Gitega (Burundi) The Right Revd John Nduwayo
Tue 07 Jan Bulwell St Mary’s C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Claire Godfrey
Lango (Uganda) The Right Revd Alfred Olwa
Southern Malawi (Central Africa) The Right Revd Alinafe Kalemba
Glasgow & Galloway (Scotland) vacant
In January we pray for. . .6 December 19
Wed 08 Jan Bunny C of E School, Nottingham: Headteacher: Georgina Anelay
Langtang (Nigeria) The Right Revd Stanley Fube
Southern Nyanza (Kenya) The Right Revd James Ochiel
Thu 09 Jan St Wilfrid’s C of E Primary School, Calverton: Headteacher: Ian Bullock
Lebombo (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Carlos Matsinhe
Southern Ohio (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Thomas Breidenthal
Southern Philippines (Philippines) The Right Revd Danilo Bustamante
Fri 10 Jan Dean Hole Primary School, Caunton: Executive Headteacher: Marie Thompson
Leeds (England) The Right Revd Nicholas Baines
Sat 11 Jan Coddington C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Jon Brown
Leicester (England) The Right Revd Martyn Snow
Southern Virginia (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Herman Hollerith
Gloucester (England) The Right Revd Rachel Treweek
Sun 12 Jan Colwick, St John the Baptist Primary School: Headteacher: Rachel Ireland
Pray for the Anglican Church of Australia
The Most Revd Philip Leslie Freier - Archbishop of Melbourne & Primate of Australia
Mon 13 Jan Our Link Diocese of the Holy Land, Father Fahdi, the Clergy and the people
Lesotho (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Adam Taaso
Southwark (England) The Right Revd Christopher Chessun
Tue 14 Jan Costock C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Jane Mellor
Lexington (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Mark van Koevering
Southwell & Nottingham (England) The Right Revd Paul Williams
Wed 15 Jan Cotgrave C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Craig Moxham
Liberia (West Africa) The Most Revd Jonathan Hart (Primate)
Southwest Florida (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Dabney Smith
Thu 16 Jan Cuckney C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Lisa Crossland
Lichfield (England) The Right Revd Michael Ipgrave
Southwestern Virginia (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Mark Bourlakas
Fri 17 Jan Dunham-on-Trent C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Julia Wallace
Limerick & Killaloe (Ireland) The Right Revd Kenneth Kearon
Spokane (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Gretchen Rehberg
Sat 18 Jan WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
St Peter’s C of E Academy, East Bridgford: Headteacher: Richard Tomlinson
Lincoln (England) The Right Revd David Court (Acting Bishop)
Springfield (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Daniel Martins
Goma (Congo) The Right Revd Kadhoro Makanirwa
Sun 19 Jan St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Edwinstowe: Headteacher: Maria Parkin
Pray for the united Church of Bangladesh
The Most Revd Samuel Mankhin - Moderator, Church of Bangladesh & Bishop of Kushtia
Mon 20 Jan All engaged in the Healing Ministry throughout the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham
In January we pray for. . .Niftynotes 7
Litoral Ecuador (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Alfredo Morante
St Albans (England) The Right Revd Alan Smith
Gombe (Nigeria) The Right Revd Henry Ndukuba
Tue 21 Jan All Saints Anglican/Methodist Primary School, Elston: Headteacher: Lisa Richmond
Liverpool (England) The Right Revd Paul Bayes
St Asaph (Wales) The Right Revd Gregory Cameron
Grafton (Australia) The Right Revd Dr Murray Harvey
Wed 22 Jan St Peter’s Crosskeys C of E Academy, Farndon: Headteacher: Elizabeth Duffell
St Davids (Wales) The Right Revd Joanna Penberthy
Thu 23 Jan Farnsfield St Michael’s C of E VA Primary School: Headteacher: Louise Carpenter
Llandaff (Wales) The Right Revd June Osborne
St Edmundsbury & Ipswich (England) The Right Revd Martin Seeley
St Helena (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Dale Bowers
Fri 24 Jan Gamston C of E Aided Primary School: Executive Headteacher: Helen Thomas
Lokoja (Nigeria) The Most Revd Emmanuel Egbunu
St Mark the Evangelist (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Martin Breytenbach
Sat 25 Jan All Hallows Church of England Primary School, Gedling: Headteacher: John Graham
Lomega (South Sudan) The Most Revd Paul Yugusuk
Sunyani (West Africa) The Right Revd Festus Yeboah-Asuamah
Grahamstown (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Ebenezer Ntlali
Sun 26 Jan St Peter’s C of E Primary School, Gringley on the Hill: Headteacher: Yvonne Reeson
Pray for the Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil
The Most Revd Naudal Gomes - Primate of Brazil & Bishop of Curitiba
Mon 27 Jan Diocesan Readers (Jackie Johnson, Ministry Development Adviser; Sue Waterston,
Warden; Barbara Coleman, Readers & RLM CME Officer)
London (England) The Right Revd and Right Hon Sarah Mullally
Tue 28 Jan Gunthorpe Church of England Primary School: Headteacher: Claire Bills
Long Island (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Lawrence Provenzano
Swansea & Brecon (Wales) The Most Revd John Davies (Primate)
Guadalcanal (Melanesia) The Right Revd Nathan Tome
Wed 29 Jan Chaplains in Schools
Los Angeles (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd John Taylor
Swaziland (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Ellinah Wamukoya
Thu 30 Jan Multi Academy Trusts (The Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham Multi Academy Trust
– Chris Moodie, Bluecoat Academies Trust – Sian Hampton, Aspire Academies Trust –
Martyn Skinner. Transform Trust – Rebecca Meredith, MITRE – Matthew Parris
Louisiana (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Morris Thompson, Jr.
Sydney (Australia) The Most Revd Dr Glenn Davies
Tabora (Tanzania) The Right Revd Elias Chakupewa
Fri 31 Jan Our Link Diocese of Burundi, the Clergy and the People
Luapula (Central Africa) The Right Revd Robert Mumbi
Taita-Taveta (Kenya) The Right Revd Liverson Mng’onda
Natal Link Officer, BarbaraHolbrook writes:
It is with great sadness that we
learnt about the resignation of
Bishop Dino as Bishop of
Natal.
The unexpected resignation has
been attributed to financial
pressures, according to the
Archbishop of Capetown and
Primate of Southern Africa.
In a pastoral letter about the early
retirement of Bishop Dino,
Archbishop Thabo Makgoba said
his resignation was:
“…precipitated by the
consequences of pressures on
Diocesan finances. Those
pressures do not involve any
financial wrongdoing, but rather
are the result of an ambitious
growth projectory which could
not be sustained.”
Bishop Dino was appointed to the
position in 2015 and was due to
retire in September 2020, but
tendered his resignation at a
Synod of Bishops this September.
“There is a sense in which Bishop
Dino’s resignation is an
unexpected bringing forward of
the inevitable, since he was due to
retire soon,” said the Archbishop.
“Nevertheless, I am heartbroken
over this development and its
implications for the Diocese.”
After 39 years in ministry, Bishop
Dino said his four years as head
of the Natal Diocese was largely a
happy time and his main
objective was to advance the
work of his organisation.
The bishop, who is fluent in Zulu,
was elected bishop of the Diocese
of Zululand in 2005, where he
ministered until becoming Bishop
of Natal in November 2015.
Following the announcement at
the Synod of Bishops, Archbishop
Thabo said he was hopeful for the
future of the diocese, which he
said had the capacity to come
together and reach out across the
differences they face.
He said: “It is the Synod of
Bishops’ sincere prayer and desire
that you will find God’s will and
one another as you continue to
seek resolution to the challenges
you are facing as a diocesan
family.”
A detailed plan of pastoral
oversight for the Diocese will be
developed to ensure that pastoral,
liturgical and administrative
ministry is exercised with love
and care.
In parallel with that, the Electoral
College of Mzimvubu held on
22 September 2019 elected the Rt
Revd Tsietsi Seleoane, the current
Suffragan Bishop in Natal, as the
next Bishop of the Diocese of
Mzimvubu. We congratulate
Bishop Tsietsi and pray for him
and his family as they move to
this new area of ministry.
All of this leaves the Diocese of
Natal in a time of uncertainty. We
continue to pray for our friends,
and the friendships continue to
grow. Life in our linked parishes
continues to develop and change,
and there is a strength and a joy
of sharing this journey together.
The new Rector has been
welcomed in Richmond, and
messages of welcome and support
have been exchanged. In
Himeville, the Rector prepares for
retirement, and the link will
change shape again as new
friendships are formed.
One of the outcomes of the
upheaval in the Diocese is that
the visit planned for this autumn
has been deferred until we have a
better idea of when it would be
appropriate to go. We are also
planning to meet and pray for the
Elective Assembly to appoint the
new bishop, once we know when
that will be.
For details contact: the Revd
Barbara Holbrook email:
8 December 19
World links news - Natalwww.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes
Bishop Dino resigns as Bishop of Natal
Niftynotes 9
Events and information. . Events and information. . Events and informa
Two cathedral voluntary
choirs will join together on
12th December to perform
one of the most famous pieces of
music ever written.
Southwell Minster Chorale and
Lincoln Cathedral Consort - under
the direction of Southwell’s
Assistant Director of Music,
Jonathan Allsopp - will present a
performance of George Frideric
Handel’s much-loved oratorio
Messiah in Southwell Minster,
accompanied by the Minster
Chamber Ensemble. The Minster
Chorale performs the work
annually, and 2019 marks the Chorale's 25th anniversary, so Lincoln’s
voluntary choir are joining forces with them to mark the special
occasion.
“The Minster Chorale’s annual Messiah performance has become a
staple part of the Minster’s Christmas programme, and it quickly sells
out,” says Jonathan Allsopp, Assistant Director of Music at Southwell
Minster. “The choir’s primary role is to sing regularly for services
here, so it enjoys the opportunity to perform music in concerts that it
would not sing in a liturgical context. Next Easter, we are touring to
Germany with Lincoln Cathedral Consort, so we thought we would
make the most of this link, and join up for our Messiah performance
this year to celebrate our 25th anniversary.”
With the choruses in Messiah being sung by the joint voluntary choirs,
the solos will be sung by four professional soloists: soprano Harriet
Astbury, countertenor Alex Turner, tenor Mark Wilde, and bass Dingle
Yandell.
“We’re delighted to be welcoming these four fantastic soloists for this
concert,” adds Jonathan. “Harriet and Alex in particular have local
connections; they both attended the Minster School, and Alex was also
a cathedral chorister, so we’re looking forward greatly to welcoming
them back.”
The concert will begin at 7.30pm, and tickets (£18/£15/£12/£8) are
available from the Cathedral Shop (01636 812933).
For further information please contact: Jonathan Allsopp:
[email protected] 01636 814155/07955 874285
Cathedral choirs collaborate for
annual performance of Handel
masterpiece
Occasional
Offices -
Day Conference
Keynote Speaker: The Revd
Canon Dr Sandra Millar,
Head of Life Events for the
Church of England.
Tuesday 21st January 2020
(9.30 for 10am-3.45pm) at
Newark Rugby Club, Kelham
Road, Newark, NG24 1WN
(Lunch provided)
Or
Tuesday 21st January 2020
(7.30-9pm)
Drawing on a wide range of
research, Sandra Millar, will
share insights as to how those
we meet at big moments in their
lives – when a child arrives,
when a marriage begins and
when a life ends – can also be
supported and encouraged on
their faith journey. There will
be ideas about first contact,
planning and preparation, how
to create memorable services
and the importance of on-going
contact. This day will draw on
experiences and stories from
across the country and will
encourage all those who are
involved in these key moments
of parish ministry.
To book please contact
Catriona Gundlach email
org or 01636 817232. Please
confirm whether you are
attending the day or evening
session and whether you have
any dietary requirements
10 December 19
What’s on . . . What’s on . . . What’s on . . . What’s on. . . What’s on
1
Albert Hall Annual Christmas Concert with the Choir of St Mary's accompanied by the Binns
Organ. 3pm, the Albert Hall. Tickets: £5.50 Adults. Children - FREE. Visit
www.alberthallnottingham.co.uk/ContactUs
Music as part of worship - choral highlights. Candle-lit Advent Procession. 6.30pm, St Mary's
Church, the Lace Market.
Christmas Tree Festival, with a carol service on Sun 8th, 6.30pm. St Mary & All Saints
Church, Bingham.
Hathern Brass Band Christmas Concert. 8pm, St Helena’s Church, West Leake LE12 5RF.
Admission £5 on the door. Refreshments included, during the interval. All welcome.
The Granby and Sutton Singers - 7pm, St Thomas Aslockton (NG13 9AL). With ladies in
cloaks and bonnets and gentlemen in dinner suits and top hats. Well-known songs such as
"White Christmas" and "Christmas Wonderland"! An accordion, organ and occasionally the
hand bells accompany the songs. Mulled wine and mince pies are included. Tickets £5 from:
Rowland Harris 01949 836658, Katie Senior 01949 850384, Graham Harper 01949 850257.
Newark Parish Church 12th Christmas Tree Festival - over 130 trees decorated by local
schools, charities, organisations & businesses. Opening times: Saturdays 9.30am-5pm,
Sundays 12.30am-4.30pm, weekdays 10am-4.30pm. Entrance: adults £2, children 50p,
refreshments, christmas cards, stalls, music. Festival Carols of Praise – 9 Dec, 5pm.
St Leonard's Church, Newark Christmas Fayre. 1-3pm, raffle, tombola and much more, plus a
visit from Santa. All welcome.
Christmas Fair and Showcase Concert. 11am-4pm, St James Church, Marshall Hill Drive,
Mapperley, NG3 6FL. Santa’s Grotto, children’s activities, gifts, raffle, cakes and crafts plus
performances from local groups.
Salvation Army Band –St Peters Church, Clayworth. 7pm to sing with the village. Round the
tree outside if weather permits. Refreshments afterwards in church. All Welcome.
Royal Engineers Band Concert. St Mary & All Souls Parish Church Bulwell. Tickets £5 or £5
pay on the door. Light refreshments included. Raffle extra.
Christmas Candlelit Concert, 7.30pm, St James Church, Normanton on Soar. Artistes will
include The Bridge Singers, Viola Calthrop-Owen (flute), Neil & Jane Millensted (piano),
Amelia Calladine (flute), Normanton on Soar Village Choir, Eric Brook (baritone), Anna
Caves & Simon Barrington (readings). Tickets £7 from Normanton on Soar Community Shop,
Sutton Bonington Post Office and from Brian Archbold 01509 842341.
Village and Boat Club Candlelit Christmas Celebration. 4 pm, St James Church, Normanton
on Soar. Village organisations take part and there will be a special item by Normanton on Soar
Village Choir. The service will be led by Sue Waterston. All are welcome.
Quiet Spaces at St James’ … A Julian Group: Meeting in silence with God. 6.30-7.30pm. The
regular monthly 'Julian Meetings' encourage one another in the practice of contemplative
prayer. After a brief introduction, the meeting is based on the simple idea of spending at least
half an hour together in silence, waiting on God, and are open to anyone. More details at:
www.thejulianmeetings.net or email [email protected] or
Nottinghamshire's Christians Together at Pride invite you to Rainbow Christmas. A Christmas
service for the LGBT+ community and their family and friends. 6-7pm, St Peter's Church,
Nottingham. Followed by refreshments.
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Olivier Messiaen La Nativité du Seigneur. Nine meditations on the birth of Christ, performed
in the candlelit Quire by Simon Hogan, 6.30pm, Southwell Minster. A talk will be given by
Paul Provost at 6pm in the Archbishop’s Palace. Free entry, and refreshments available.
Christmas Eve - Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. 7pm, St Mary's Church, the Lace
Market.
Service of celebration for Christmas Eve, led by Jan Bonser, Churchwarden. 6pm, St James
Church, Normanton on Soar.
Service of Holy Communion, led by the Revd Mary Essex. 9.30 am, St James Church,
Normanton on Soar.
"The Wind in the Willows". 4pm, Holy Trinity Church Kimberly. Tickets £10 adults £5 child
(under 15). Box office Jim Dymond 01158544737.
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The Revd Sarah Patten,Principal for Wellbeing andMinisterial Development writes:
Every 6 minutes in the UK
someone is told that they are
going blind. For those living
with sight loss, or who are
partially sighted the experience
of coming to church can feel
quite isolating.
The Torch Trust are promoting a
free range of resources at
www.sightlossfriendlychurch.or
g.uk to help your church
welcome this growing group of
people in our community. Small
changes can make a big
difference. For example if you
have large print or braille
worship books don’t forget to
announce the number and not
just say ‘it is on the screen’, and
at the coffee time go to the
person with sight loss as they
won’t be able to see who they
can go to.
Let’s make our churches places
of welcome and engagement.
Sight Loss
Friendly Church
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The Revd Wendy Jayne Bradley at present Associate Curate of Aspley in the Diocese of Southwell and
Nottingham to be Vicar of the Benefices of Bilton-in-Holderness and Sutton in Holderness, in the Diocese
of York. The Revd Wendy Bradley will be Collated to the Benefice by the Bishop of Hull in the Parish
Church of St Michael & All Angels, Holderness Road, Hull at 6.30pm on Sunday 15 December, 2019.
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Most significantly for our
diocese as we approach these
issues, two key subjects were
discussed. Firstly, we heard
about the Archbishop of
Canterbury's 2020 Lent Book,
written by Ruth Valerio, which
will coincide with the national
#LiveLent campaign and
resources. Both offer an
opportunity for individuals and
churches to reflect on creation
over Lent and to use the
materials for Bible studies and
personal devotions.
Secondly, it was acknowledged
that Eco Church is a fantastic
framework by which every
church can assess its worship and
teaching, lifestyle and use of
resources in order to make
tangible charges for good. This is
something that we are beginning
to engage with at a diocesan
level, and I would encourage
every church to register on the
Eco Church website:
https://ecochurch.arocha.org.uk/
Finally, could I please pass on
my sincere thanks for the support
of all churches who are engaged
in this important issue, and the
continued work that many do to
care for the environment and all
of God's creation.
This is an opportunity that might suit a recently retired Priest, Reader
or Licensed Lay Minister seeking something out of the ordinary.
Sacrista Prebend, a property owned by Southwell Minster, is made
available by the Cathedral Chapter as a house of hospitality, retreat,
refreshment and Christian formation for individuals and groups within
and beyond the diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. Cathedral
clergy share celebration of the Eucharist in the House on a rota basis,
every Monday and Wednesday. The House maintains an annual
programme of conducted Quiet Days; provides bed and breakfast
accommodation for a small number of private retreatants; and serves
as a meeting place for a large number of groups from the diocese and
beyond. These activities are led by the Warden, overseen by a
Management Committee and supported by an employed, part-time
Bursar.
The present Warden is standing down and a replacement is sought.
The Cathedral Chapter is fully committed to the House and its future,
and it is exploring ways in which that might develop. We are looking
for a Warden who will work creatively with the Dean and Chapter and
who is open to the leading of the Holy Spirit as the Cathedral
develops these aspects of their vision and strategy.
For further information please contact Hugh Middleton, Chair,
Sacrista Prebend Management Committee on 01623 411496 or
[email protected], or Dean Nicola Sullivan via
Please find the full job description and application form available
to download at https://www.southwellminster.org/about-
us/vacancies/
JOB VACANCY
Warden at Sacrista Prebend
