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1 Utktoortf) Cartel) $laga?tne from THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. CUTHBERT High Ackworth and ALL SAINTS CHURCH, Wakefield Road JUNE 1981 Price 8p Rector: THE REVEREND A. P. COURTLEY, M.A. The Rectory, High Ackworth (Tel. Pontefract ) Honorary Assistant Priest: THE REVEREND S. E. C. WHITCOMBS 10 Cricketers Close, (Tel. Hemsworth ) Reader: Mr. G. COOPER, 27 Orchard Drive (Tel. Hemsworth ) Churchwardens: Mr. K. WATSON, 148 Station Road, Low Ackworth (Tel. Hemsworth ) Mr. W. J. JARRETT, 11 Orchard Drive (Tel. Hemsworth ) Deputy Wardens (All Saints ) : Secretary: Mrs. J. HARRIS, Long Lane Close, Long Lane (Tel. Pontefract 75450) Treasurer: MR. S. FIELD, 32 Chiltern Drive (Tel. Hemsworth ) Organists: Mr. M. W. ASHWORTH, 113 Statioh Road, Low Ackworth (St. Cuthbert s) Miss A. PRITCHARD, 4 Club Houses (All Saints )

2 DIARY FOR THE MONTH June 3. Wed. 7p.m. Holy Eucharist (Howard School) 7. WHIT SUNDAY. 7.45p.m. Parochial Church Council (Howard School). (Please note change of date). At St. Cuthbert's. 8a.m. Holy Eucharist. 11a.m. Family Eucharist, with Holy Baptism.- 3p.m. Holy Baptism. 6.36p.m. Festal Evensong. At All Saints'. 9.30a.m. Parish Communion. Transport will be arranged for the All Saints' congregation for Evensong at St. Cuthbert's. 10. Wed. 4.30p.m. Howard School Governors' Meeting. 11. Thurs. ST. BARNABAS. 7.30a.m. Holy Eucharist (St. Cuthbert's). 10a.m (By k 14. TRINITY SUNDAY. At St. Cuthbert's. 8a.m. Holy Eucharist. 11a.m. Family Eucharist. At All Saints'. 9.30a.m. Parish Communion. Bring and Buy Sale ark. Hurst). At the Friends' Meeting House. United Evening Service. 20. Sat. 3p«m. Rectory Garden Party. 21. TRINITY I. Services at usual times. 24. Wed. NATIVITY OF ST. JOHN BAPTIST.9.13a.m. Holy Eucharist (All Saints'). 25. Thurs. 7.15p.m. Mothers' Union (All Saints'). 28. TRINITY II. Services as usual. 29. Mon. ST. PETER, A.M. 9.15a.m. Holy Eucharist (All Saints'). July 4. Sat. ALL SAINTS' CHURCH GIFT DAY. 9.15a.m. Holy Eucharist. From 10a.m. to 5p.m. the Rector will receive gifts of money for All Saints' Church. 5. TRINITY III. Services at usual times.

3 Juiy 6. Kon. 7.15p.m. Mothers' Union Deanery Festival at St. Cuthbert's. 12. TRINITY IV. SSrvices as usual. 11a.m. Family Eucharist (St. Cuthbert's). This service will be attended by the Sunday School children and their parents. HOLY EUCHARIST ON THURSDAYS AT 10a.m. At St. Clement's Court - June 11, July 9, July 23. At Chiltern Court - June 4, July 16, July 30. ADVANCE NOTICES. July 28. Tues. 10a.m. - 12noon. Coffee Morning and Bring and Buy Sale at Sawood Close, Hardaker Lane. (By kind invitation of Mr. & Mrs. A. Hyde). Aug. 12. Wed. 7.15p-m p.m. Coffee Evening with Flan Fare at 15, Went Hill Close. (By kind invitation of Mr. & Mrs. J. Gardham). Sept. 26. Sat. St. Cuthbert's Church Gift Day. MICHAEL AND ELISABETH ASHWORTH. We shall miss Michael and Elisabeth, and Jane and Clare, when they leave in a few weeks' time to live in Warwickshire. Our sadness at their going is mixed with joy for them that they are going to do something that they want to do, and with respect for their courage in changing course. We have been grateful for their time here with us. As we believe that Michael was sent to us just at the right time to be our organist, so we must believe that he and his family are now needed in another parish, and that our needs also will in due course be met. I say nothing of Michael's probable need of a musical parson. We hope that they will come to see us from time to time, and we are sure that Jane and Clare will always be reminded of St. Cuthbert's as the church where they were baptized.

4 WELCOME, The RSverend S.E.C. Whitcombe has just come to live in Cricketers Close. We welcome him most warmly and hope that he will be very happy here. I am glad to say that Mr. Whitcombe has agreed to exercise a ministry among us as an Honorary Assistant Priest. Thi% is a great help and a great joy to me. A priest, of course, never retires, and since Mr. Whitcombe retired from his Rectory in the Diocese of Coventry he has helped in his son's parishes at Lightcliffe and latterly at Largs, in the Episcopal Church of Scotland. I am sure that what he does for us here will be greatly appreciated. MRS. NEWBORN. Although I had met Mrs. Newborn only twice, I felt that I knew her very well, both from what I heard of her from her friends and from the kind and wise letters I had from her. Some of the wisest advice I received when I first came to Ackworth was from her and from her cousin, Bishop George Clarkson, that wisest, straightest, most admirable of men. The affection and respect in which I knew that she was held was confirmed by the demonstration of great love that was her funeral service at St. Cuthbert's. May she rest in peace. WANTED. One of our great needs is for volunteers to run a Church Youth Club. It is the sort of activity for which the Mission Room should be increasingly used. Please- think whether the glaring need does not mean that you are being called to serve in this way. We need extra chmir members for both churches. There is no finer training in the life and worship of the Church than membership of a church choir. GARDEN PARTY. The Garden Party will be held on the Rectory Tennis Court on Saturday, June 20th., at 3p.m. Offers of help, please, to Miss Sproston. There will be a large marquee, so you are guaranteed protection from the blazing sun.

5 SEE LINK JUNE 1981 Wakefield Dioceean News ^Mr. Cecil Beverley, the Diocesan Secretary for nine years until February last year, died after a short illness on May 4th. He was 63. Before his appointment he was Bishop Eric Treacy's personal assistant. The Archdeacon of Pontefract writes an appreciation of The affectionate abbreviation of his name sums up much of our feelings about this man, who by his service to the Diocese and in particular to the clergy, endeared himself to us. Whilst during the war on active service he had achieved the rank of Major, he rarely referred to it and up to the very last days of his illness was unselfish in his demands and humble in his relationships with others. He came to us after valuable experience in industry and with a background training in a Solicitor's office, because it was intended at first that he should take up that work. After the war he returned to the family business and from that came to Church House on the warmest possible recommendation of Harry Clough, his parish priest. He gave to us not only the fruits of his training and experience in the world, but also his commitment to His Lord which he had tested in regular membership of Battyeford Church. Before he became Diocesan Secretary he had a unique opportunity to learn the job- he undertook, at the request of Bishop Eric, to go through all the parish trusts at the Diocesan Registry, to tabulate and record them in an official Hst. This gave. him a total picture of the various trusts, and also some knowledge of the parishes and their resources. He was then asked to be personalassjstanrtobisho^ BEV. this capacity he shared many of the Bishop's thoughts and problems and gained a picture of the Diocese as in no other way. Finally he came to the office: a diligent member of a P.C.C: a worshipping member of his parish church, with a life-long knowledge of the things that go to make up the life of the parish. All this made him 'Bev' our Diocesan Secretary. He transformed the Diocesan Office into a place where enquiries were treated with personal attention. He was proud only of the fact that he never refused a telephone call and was constantly at the disposal of the clergy and officials from parishes. He once said to me - 'I try always to say "yes" whenever a request comes up, whatever its nature.' This meant that he gave himself without limit or complaint. He arrived every morning without fail at 8-30 a.m. and never left before 5 p.m. He realised that all the money he spent for the Diocese was the contributions of individuals - often 'widows' mites.' His diligence is an inspiration to all of us who worked with him and knew him and we are sad. that his retirement, which began little over a year ago, should have been cut so short by his illness. He will long be remembered in our prayers and fellowship. May he rest in peace.

6 O ur B ish o p w rites on PARTNERS IN MISSION During the week end of June 21st we shall be greeting two visitors to our diocese. Canon Ernest Mkize comes to us from South Africa. He serves on the Cathedral Staff at Natal, and is Diocesan director of Stewardship. Our other guest, Dr. Detlev Bleyl, works in a hospital in East Germany. A lay member of the Evangelical Church, he is concerned with the mission of the Church in the urban areas. They are taking part, with other visitors from India, Latin America and Australia in the English Partners-in-Mission consultation. Our consultants will be examining the work of our national Church organisations. These include the Church Commissioners, the Missionary socities, the Mothers' Union and the Boards and Councils of the General Synod. And by looking, listening, questioning and contributing they will help these bodies to determine their priorities in Mission during the next three years. Not so long ago we used to think of Mission as something that 'we' in the West did to 'others' in foreign parts. Then we awoke to the need of Mission in de-christianised England, too. To-day we realise that there is only one Mission Wakefield Cathedral Centenary Development Programme THE MEMORIAL FUND GETS THE GO-AHEAD* Work will begin this month on the Eric Treacy Memorial Fund, to be built next to Wakefield Cathedral. in one world. It is God's mission in a shrinking planet, where we are all interconnected *by modern communications and transport, politics and trade. Those involved in this Mission in one part of the world can share their gifts, experiences and insights with fellow Christians in another. We are part of the same Mission. It is helpful to have fresh eyes and minds looking at things which we either take for granted or else fail to see altogether. Consultants can put the hard questions or the innocent question which can make us sit up and think. During their time with us Carton Mkize and Dr. Bleyl will be visiting and worshipping in three contrasting parishes. They will be meeting members of our Councils for Education, Ministry and Mission. They will have a chance to talk with the Mothers' Union Executive and see a number of different towns. We hope that they will get a flavour of life in the diocese. We also hope that they will help us to determine what kind of fuller Partners in Mission consultations we might have in the diocese in two or three years time. + COLIN WAKEFIELD David Shephard, the famous wild life painter, is donating one of his original paintings to be sold in aid of the Memorial Hall. Parish churches, schools and youth clubs have all donated money through various events: 294 'bricks' have been sold, Wakefield Girls High School raising enough to purchase 35 bricks, at CIO each. BOON REVIEW: 'A Handbook of Pariah Hnanca' by Phyllis Carter and Michael Perry (Mowbray, f3 50) An admirable guide to all aspects of parochial finance, trusts and property At least one copy should be in the possesion of every P.C.C.. and even the most qualified teacher will welcome rt as a sure guide to Church book keeping and the financial relationships of parish, parson. Diocese and the Church Commissioners. A N CHURCH HOUSE is bringing new life to its garden. Would you like to help by donating a plant? Phone Church House (Wakefield 71802) and arrange to have your plant delivered for you.

7 A WARDEN FOR 40 YEARS CYRIL BROOK 1981 is a year of celebration for Cyril Brook and the people of St. John's, Upperthong, at Holmfirth. Cyril celebrates his 78th birthday this month, and on May 3rd. as part of their Dedication Festival, Peter Dodson, the vicar for the last five years, presented him with a book token to mark forty years as Churchwarden. A brass plaque is to be placed at the end of the Churchwarden's pew. Cyril Brook has been on Upperthong's P.C.C. since 1925, but has attended the church since he was three years old. He can remember ten vicars at Upperthong, and says that the most difficult period was the 2Vfe years interregnum before Peter Patrick was appointed in Cyril had worked as a high voltage electric cable joiner with the Y.E.B., and received the British Empire Medal in His wife Mary and he were married at St. John's, and they celebrated their Golden Wedding in May 3rd. was very much a family day for the Brooks: their daughter, Hilary, is the Secretary of the P.C.C., and Cyril's brother Kenneth, a retired masterbaker, made a beautiful cake complete with a model in icing sugar - of St. John's Church. WHY NOT... W HAT IS YOUR PARISH'S PRIORITY FOR 1981? The parishes of the Diocese have all chosen one of the Five Essentials - outlined and discussed in 'The Church in the Eighties' programme - as their commitment this year. Here are the parish priorities fo r this year 61 have chosen WORSHIP, 58 have chosen FELLOWSHIP and PASTORAL CARE, 36 have chosen WITNESS, 3 5 have chosen EDUCATION, 10 have chosen SERVICE, 14 have chosen STEWARDSHIP. DO YOU KNO W W HICH IS YOUR PARISH S PRIO RITY FOR 1981? Go on a Multi-Racial Families Holiday? Organised by Fr. Bernard Chamberlain, CR (tel. Mirfield or ) this year's holiday is at the Church Hostel at Bangor, North Wales, 27 July to 3 August. Become a Pilgrim of Saint Francis? Join the International Pilgrimage from Bath to Glastonbury, August 4-13, a pilgrimage for peace, joy, social justice and Christian unity. Details from Mrs. Pam Foster, 49 Haughton Road, Shifnal Shropshire, TF11 8DF. Visit Sledmore House, near Driffield, East Yorkshire? See the replicas of the Crown Jewels, and support the Church of England Children's Society in their centenary year of caring.

8 W hat's o n 6 Concert at Elland: Parish Church, Peter Gould Singers, 7.30 p.m. 7 Beat the Bounds of Thornhill: 2 p.m. (in aid of the Organ Appeal) Hower Festival at Crosland Moor: at St. Barnabas' Church, 11-9, special services, and choir concert (12th.) Hartshead Centenary of Restoration: Garden Fete at Kirklees Hall; Flower Festival, recital and festival services at St. Peter's Church. Details: Ted Simpson, Cleckheaton Multi-Faith Testimony to the Sanctity of Human Life: Civic Hall, Leeds, (see May 'See-Link') 20 Inter-Faith Families Trip to Bolton Abbey; details, Hudd Day out to Wantage* to St. Mary's Convent; details Mrs. McSeveney, Royston Multi-Racial Carnival in Greenhead Park, Huddersfield. 27 Catholic Renewal Day at Wakefield: Cathedral Mass at Noon: preacher - Fr. Peter Geldard of the Church Union. Meeting (in the Unity Hall) at 2.30 p.m.: speakers - the Bishop of Leicester, Sister Patricia CSP. 28 Readers Licensing and Admission: service at Dewsbury Parish Church, 3 p.m IN JULY I Mothers' Union Overseas Fayre at Bishop's Lodge, Wakefield, 2-5, : steel band, Asian and Jamaican folk dancing. 3-6 Hower Festival at Heckmondwike: Parish Church, open 10 a.m. daily Theme: The Christian Year Festival services, children's competitions. Brochure (25p.) from the Vicarage, Church Street, Heckmondwike. 7 One World Week Workshop: 7.30 p.m., National Children's Centre, St. Thomas' Road, Huddersfield Prepare for One World Week in October. Focus on justice, peace, community relations and world development. Details: Gill Ashley-Smith, Huddersfield II Commem. Day at CR: 12 noon Solemn Eucharist - preacher: The Superior of the Community; 6 p.m. Solemn Evensong. Entertainment by Norton School Band, Punch and Judy Show. All details (programmes, meal tickets, etc.) from the Commemoration Day Secretary, The House of the Resurrection, Mirfield, WF14 OBN. (Admission bv programme only) The Great Yorkshire Show at Harrogate. Visit the Church Pavilion - theme: Christian Vocation to Service. CLERGY ON THE MOVE The Revd. Geoffrey Ward, the assistant curate of Garforth, near Leeds, is to be the Vicar of St. Andrew, Holmfield, Halifax. The Revd. Gordon Hsher, a non-stipendiary minister serving at Airedale is moving to Ripponden with Rishworth. The Revd. S.E.C. Whitcombe, a retired priest, has returned to this Diocese, and the Bishop has given him permission to officiate. His address is 10 Cricketers Close, Ackworth. The Revd. Trevor Hicks is to be instituted as the Vicar of Knottingley on June 26th. ORDINATION: 28 JUNE; by the Bishop of Wakefield in Wakefield Cathedral. DEACONS: Peter Bellanes (Penistone) Ian Gaskell (Wakefield St. John) Alan Turner (Bradley) George Goalby (Wakefield St. Andrew f t St. Mary) PRIESTS: Peter Bevan (Brighouse) Jon Booth (Elland) Hubert Gallagher (Lupset) Anthony MacPherson (Morley St. Peter) Ian Smith (Monk Bretton) Christopher Sterry (Huddersfield St. John) Timothy Thornton (Todmorden) COPY FOR JULY by June 5th., and tor August by July 4th. to the Editor. EdHor:the Revd. C. J. Collison, Sheoley Vicarage, Huddersfield, HD8 8AE. Printer: John Lindley Son and Co. Ltd., 70 George Street, Wakefield. Publisher: The Wakefield Diocesan Board of Finance, 1 South Parade, Wakefield. S E E -lin k NEU/S THEFTS FROM CHURCHES: The Police are concerned - after a spate of thefts when priceless and irreplaceable property was stolen - that clergy and church members are aware of the dangers of leaving valuable items unprotected in their churches. They advise that the time has come when stronger security measures must be taken to protect property, even if churches are left unlocked during the day-time. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT STANLEY ROYDI Roger Grainger, the Chaplain of Wakefield's psychiatric hospital, Stanley Royd, needs voluntary helpers on Sunday mornings at 9.15 a.m. Many patients would like to come to the 9.30 Eucharist, but need supervision. Could YOU be free - perhaps once a month - to help some people to worship? Please ring Wakefield 75217, extension 2559, and ask for Roger Grainger. AN EYE CAM P IN BANGLADESH 170 was raised this year in the Diocese for- an eye camp organised by the Royal Commonwealth Society for the Blind. The eye camp was held in the village of Suianagar Thana, near to the River Ganges. Surgeons perfromed 49 operations for the restoration of sight, and nine operations for the prevention of imminent blindness. 142 patients were treated for various eye disorders. The parish of All Saints, Castlaford donated 130 and sponsored their own eye camp. FLOWERS FOR THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY: To mark the Centenary of the Church of England Children's Society, Calderdale Council have agreed to make a floral display in Hullen Edge Park, Elland. The display will be at its best during early June. ORGANIST WANTED AT BIRSTALL: The person should also be able to train a choir. The only Sunday service would be a 9.30 a.m. Eucharist. Details from the Vicarage, Middlegate, Birstall, Batley. THANK YOU FOR THE GREEN SHIELD STAMPS: Keep sending them in - to Sister M. Wightman CA, 13 Kingsway, Stanley, Wakefield

9 My dear People, THE RECTOR'S LETTER. The REctory, Ackworth. The work on the Parish Church roof is now almost completed. When the plumbers have done their work on the new guttering and the fall pipes the church should be v/ater-proof, or as water-proof as that sort of roof can be. We are having the lych gate re-roofed and then one phase of our restoration programme will be over. It has been a nerve wracking phase, with many frustrations and causes of annoyance, but it has been exhilarating in that the need to raise a lot of money very quickly has been a test of Ackworth's love of its Parish Church. There has been an encouraging response in many quarters.our church life has benefitted in many ways as a result of what we have had to do. The Auction of Favours was an example of what can be done when imagination is stirred, talents are mobilized, and the spirit of defeatism and acquiescence in the apparently prevailing apathy is given its marching orders. A great success was needed to show that in fact great things have been accomplished and things have been changing. We go on now with the restoration work. The roof was only the beginning, a beginning which has given us the confidence to tackle the work of the next few years. But the Parish Church building is not preserved as an end in itself. It is what it is used for that matters. There has been a remarkable change in atmosphere over the last few years. Those who have been loyal and patient have come through trying days, days sometimes of deepening depression, to days of hopefulness. We have learned a lot together that we could never have learned had we been one of these parishes where everything always apparently goes well. I have sometimes resented the fact that Ackworth has not been the sort of parish which one would have expected it to be, the sort of parish where the Church occupies its proper place as indisputably the centre of the social 2-ife of the village, as unquestionably the most honoured inswtion in the community. But I now see that our weakness, and the coldness with which we are generally regarded, is going to be seen to have been a blessing. For it is our handicaps that are teaching us so many lessons and that are slowly but surely leading us to the time of greatest influence and usefulness the Church in Ackworth has had for centuries. For years I have lived with the daily question, 'What is going to be done about the Almshouses?} I am overjoyed now to be able to announce that an appeal is about to be launched by the Trustees. The great interest in the restoration of the building will be channelled into generous support for the Appeal, and many people will be made happy. Watch for details of the Appeal. The Trustees are glad no longer to have to seem to be standing in the way of people's desire to help. Your sincere Friend and Rector,

10 THE PARISH REGISTERS. HOLY BAPTISM. May 3. Kenneth Denton Reeve, 28, Bell Lane. David Peter Filipovic, 28, Garden Street. 'Almighty God, we thank you for our fellowship in the household of faith with all those who have been baptized in your name. Keep us faithful to our baptism, and so make us ready for that day when the whole creation shall be made perfect in your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ'. HOLY MATRIMONY. May 2. Ian Ronald White and Julie Angela Hobson. 'Eternal God, true and loving Father, in holy marriage you make your servants one. May their life together witness to your love in this troubled world; may unity overcome division, forgiveness heal injury, and joy triumph, over sorrow; through Jesus Christ our Lord'. CHRISTIAN BURIAL. Service at St. Cuthbert's. April 29. Louie Marjorie Newborn, formerly of Ackworth Old Hall, aged 8 5 years. '0 God, the maker and redeemer of all mankind: grant us with your servant and all the faithful departed, the sure benefits of your Son's saving passion and glorious resurrection; that in the last day, when you gather up all things in Christ, we may with them enjoy the fullness of your promises; through Jesus Christ our Lord'. CONFIRMATION. There will be a meeting of the junior Confirmation candidates at St. Cuthbert's on Tuesday, June 2nd., at 7p.m. Adults who are thinking of Confirmation should let me know as soon as possible so that we can arrange the Classes at convenient times.

11 THE MOTHERS' UNION. June 3. Wed. 9.15a.m. Corporate Communion (All Saints'). 18. Thurs a.m p.m. Mothers' Union Day of Prayer in Wakefield Cathedral, led by the Provost, the Verjr Revd. J.F. Lister. Please take a packed lunch; tea and coffee will be available. 25. Thurs. 7.15p.m. Monthly service (All Saints'). The speaker at the meeting afterwards will be Mrs. Richards. July 1. Wed. 2p.m. - 5p.m. and 6.30p.m p.m. Overseas Fayre at. Bishop's Lodge. Our Deanery and Barnsley Deanery are having a cake and sweet stalls If you are willing to make or give items for the stall will you please let me know or bring them with you. 6. Mon. 7.15p.m0 Deanery Summer Festival at St. Cuthbert's Church. I hope all our members will make a special effort to be present to welcome our guests. Afterwards we shall serve tea and biscuits in the Social Centre. We shall have a Bring and Buy Stall and any gifts will be appreciated. 30. Thurs. Our trip this year will be to the North Yorkshire Moors. If you wish to join us please contact Mrs. Hardy (Hemsworth ) as soon as possible. Kitty Cooper. ALTAR FLOWERS. St. Cuthbert's. All Saints'. June 7. Mrs. D. Sharpies. Miss E. Walker & Mrs. Fordham. 14. Mrs. K. Storey. Mrs. T.A. Evans Miss D. Crossley. Mrs. D. Precious. r\j 00 Kirs. A. Asquith. Miss E. Smith. There is a vacancy on the St. Cuthbert's Altar Flower rota for August 2nd. If you would like to provide the flowers for that Sunday will you please tell Mrs. P.G. Hurst (Pontefract ) or the Rector. BSASS CLEANING FOR JUNE. VOLUNTEERS, PLEASE.

12 SUNDAY SERVICES St. Cuthbert s : 7.30 a.m. Mattins (said) 8.00 a.m. Holy Eucharist a.m. Parish Communion 3.00 p.m. Evensong and Sermon Sunday School at 10 a.m. in Church (except second Sunday Family Communion at 11 a.m.) All Saints : 9 30 a.m. Parish Communion 6.30 p.m. Evensong and Sermon WEEKDAY SERVICES St. Cuthbert s : Mattins daily except Monday and Friday at 7.30 a.m Holy Eucharist on Tuesday at 9.15 a.m. and Saturday at 8.00 a.m. Evensong daily except Monday and Friday at 6.30 p.m All Saints : Holy Euchaiist on Wednesday at 9.15a.m. and Friday at 7.30 a.m. The Howard School, Low Ackworth : Holy Eucharist on Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. (Any variations are noted in the Diary for the Month) HOLY BAPTISM The first Sunday of every month at 3.00 p.m. and the second Sunday at a.m. at St. Cuthbert s (Fourteen days notice should be given to the Rector). PRIVATE COMMUNION, CHURCHING OF WOMEN, HOLY MATRIMONY, AND CHRISTIAN BURIAL By arrangement with the Rector MOTHERS AND BABIES GROUP Every Thursday at 2 p.m. at the Social Centre, High Ackworth. WHEN CAN WE SEE THE RECTOR? After any weekday service, or by calling at the Rectory any time. To make sure, ring up to make an appointment. THE MISSION ROOM All bookings should be made with Mr. W. J. Jarrett of 11 Orchard Drive (Tel. Hemsworth ) CHOIR PRACTICE At St. Cuthbert s on Friday at 7 p.m. THE MOTHERS UNION Monthly service and meeting the last Thursday at 7.15 p.m Corporate Communion the following Wednesday at All Saints at 9.15 a.m. BELL RINGING Tower Practice every Tuesday from 7.30 p.m. to 9 p.m.