PASSWORDS. Mankind must put an end to war, or war will put an end to mankind. Sudoku try your THE MAGAZINE FOR ST MARY MAGDALENE PARISH DONEGALL PASS

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1 PASSWORDS Sudoku try your hand at this easy puzzle THE MAGAZINE FOR ST MARY MAGDALENE PARISH DONEGALL PASS Rev Terence P Kerr B.D., M.Phil Rev Stewart Heaney B.A., B.Ed., B.D., M.Phil November wordsearch AUTUMN COLORFUL COOL FALL FEAST FRIEND HAPPY HARVEST HOLIDAY JACKET LEAVES NATIVEAMERICAN NOVEMBER NUTS PILGRIM RAKE THANKFUL THANKSGIVING TURKEY WINDY Mankind must put an end to war, or war will put an end to mankind. John F Kennedy November 2011

2 NOVEMBER SERVICES SERVICE Nov 6th 3rd Sunday before Advent am Holy Communion 6.30 pm Holy Communion READER (Morning Service only) Kate Irving Romans 13 v 8-end (Page 153) Nov 6th Nov 13th Nov 20th Nov 27th Flower Rota -November The Lennon Family Mr & Mrs G Sheppard in memory of Mrs A Henry [Pedestal] Remembrance Sunday Mr & Mrs B McMillan Mr & Mrs H Rodgers Nov 13th 2nd Sunday before Advent am Remembrance Sunday Morning Prayer We welcome members of Royal Naval Association 6.30 pm No Evening Service Nov 20th Sunday before Advent am Holy Communion 6.30 pm Evening Prayer Nov 27th Advent Sunday am Family Service 6.30 pm No Evening Service The Rector has decided not to list clergy names in future RNA members Sam Brown Philippians 1 v 21-end (Page 185) Various Remember in Prayer: Annie Betty David M David Desmond Francis Leila Lily Martha Mary Mr Morrow Raymond Ronnie John Susan Rev Adrian, his wife Janice and family on their new venture outreach Our clergy Don t forget to inform the Rector of anyone who is in hospital or unwell Readers read the First Lesson of the Day taken from the Pew Bible. Readers should confirm their reading with the Rector/Minister Thursday Lunchtime Services These continue to take place in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit at pm followed by lunch in the Bistro. Rev Stewart Heaney It was with shock and regret that the Select Vestry learned of the Rector s decision to inform the Rev Stewart Heaney that his services to the parishes of St Mary Magdalene and St Aidan s would no longer be required. At this stage no further information regarding the situation has been made available. A s w e prepare for the com ing of A dvent eavenly F ather, during A dvent, m ay w e rem em ber H the greatest gift ever given: Y our only Son, Jesus Christ. F ill our hearts w ith joy day by day as w e think of our Saviour putting aside H is heavenly glory and com ing am ong us. A m en The Church of Ireland Safeguarding Trust Policy operates in this church. Panel Members are Rev Terence Kerr, Mr Cecil Dunwoody and Mrs Catherine Irving. Notices to this effect have been placed in the church and halls. 2 11

3 for our younger readers... The Rector writes... Nov 2011 Dear Parishioners POEM - IN FLANDERS FIELD by John McCrea It is thought that army doctor John McCrae began the draft for his famous poem In Flanders Fields on the evening of the 2 nd May, 1915 in the second week of fighting during the Second Battle of Ypres in WW I. It is believed that the death of his friend, Alexis Helmer, was the inspiration for McCrae's poem. In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. What beautiful and moving words these are. It reminds us of the symbolism of the Poppy, the place of the Cross marking the graves of the many who gave the supreme sacrifice for our freedom. Please plan to attend our Remembrance Day Service on 13 th November 2011 at 11.00am where yet again we will praise God for His wonderful victory over the powers of evil dictators. Rev Terry 10 3

4 T he Harvest Dinner was an example of how teamwork can achieve great results. Those helping thought that they had not done very much, but from designing and printing the tickets, helping with the shopping, to dressing the tables, peeling potatoes and preparing vegetables, serving the meal and clearing dishes and washing up, all working together made for a very enjoyable meal. The contribution from a few ladies of the New Lyric Opera Company and our own John Usher ensured that the rest of the evening was a huge success. The question when are you having another one?, is proof enough that everyone enjoyed a great night s fellowship and fun. Raymond Moore The amazing sum of 530 was raised by the Harvest Dinner. We all know that Raymond never looks for thanks, but it would be very remiss not to express our gratitude for all the work and effort he personally put into the marvellous event. Harvest Church Collection A total of 165 was collected in aid of the Cancer Unit at the Belfast City Hospital. Thank you to everyone who contributed. THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Take risks if you win you will be happy. If you lose you will be wise. Anon Junk that junk mail... Are you tired of receiving junk mail? Here s an easy way to stop it: sign up to a u s e f u l w e b s i t e a t So far more than 10,000 people have done so and thus reduced the amount of unwanted junk mail that comes their way. Consumer Focus Labs, the online arm of watchdog Consumer Focus, launched the site to provide people with an easy way of registering with the Direct Marketing Association s various preference services for opting out of receiving junk mail and sales calls. Consumers can use the w e b s i t e t o s ig n u p simultaneously to the Mailing Preference Service and the T e l e p h o n e P r e f e r e n c e Service, so they do not receive unsolicited sales and marketing telephone calls. Ladies Guild Big Breakfast Select Vestry Antiques Fair For your diary Kesher Course (see page 8) Wed 9h Nov 7.45 pm Sat 12th Nov noon Mon 14th Nov 7.30 pm Sat 19th Nov pm Teas rota: Ann & Jean Snooker Club Tuesdays 7.00 pm Midweek Thursdays pm Services BB Thursdays 6.30 pm onwards...i know he s a great fan of Strictly Come Dancing - but I think this is taking it a bit too far. 4 9

5 Reminder: The Kesher Course run by CMJ Ireland is ongoing during November & December in our Choir Room Tuesday pm 8th & 22nd November, 13th December Au revoir... I am not exactly sure for how long I have been part of the St Mary Magdalene family (extremely short compared to many of you) but I am sure I have felt the same feeling of warmth Thanks to everyone who filled shoe boxes with presents to this appeal. that many of you have felt over the years. The tranquility one encounters walking inside the building These will be passed onto on that busy city centre street makes one ponder on Blythswood Care to be forwarded to the really valuable things in life. I have learned new those in need. When you think of things about life in that part of the city, met new all we receive at Christmas, it is traditions like Trafalgar Sunday, and the Big most humbling to know that our Breakfast. Most of all, however, people stand out as simple gifts can bring such joy and the most helpful experiences. People of courage and comfort to others. determination, of commitment and hope are the real markers on the land between Vernon and Lindsay Annual Gift Day G ift day this year will be celebrated on Advent Sunday 27th November the anniversary of our church. Gift Aid envelopes will be handed out on that day. The much needed money collected from this special event goes towards maintaining and restoring our beautiful church. Please do your best in giving to this special appeal. Remember, if you are a tax payer, please consider Gift Aiding your donation. This costs you nothing and the church can gain additional funds. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. Streets and Ormeau and Dublin Roads. Thank you for your welcome to my family and me. We have loved being part of your family for a little while. Keep looking at that shepherd in the window above the communion table. He has never given up on his call to pursue that lost sheep. I began with Au revoir not because I am French but because it means until we meet again. See you at the carol service if not before. Adrian Thank you The Select Vestry 8 5

6 Rocky Mountain Centre Weekend he company section boys T from the 1st Irish & 8th Belfast headed off to the Rocky Mountain Centre on Friday 21st October for a weekend of walking in the Mournes. On Saturday morning it was walking boots, hats and gloves at the ready as we headed off to conquer another mountain peak. The weather was not in our favour as the summit was in sight we had to abandon our quest and head for shelter to have lunch. After lunch we walked on the lower parts of the mountains as we made our way back to the centre for a wash before we hit the town for tea. On the menu was pizza or KFC. Back to centre for a movie & FIFA 2012 on xbox and all of a sudden it was Sunday morning again with four hours sleep! After breakfast we set off to do another walk. Boys only this time a short walk only three hours to Rostrevor. When we picked the boys up they were in great spirits but very wet. So back for a cuppa & change of clothes. Headed home for a well earned rest [me anyway]! My thanks to Chris, Dave & Sam for their hard work. Also the boys for making it a GREAT weekend. William McMillan Captain Ladies Guild I t was great to welcome everyone back after the summer b r e a k a n d o u r celebration of Holy Communion was, as always, a very special way to mark another season. It was especially good to see members who have been ill over the last months and of course we continue to remember them in our prayers. This month we will be starting Christmas preparations. We look forward to welcoming back Bronagh from All Fired Up Ceramics. You will remember the fun we had a few years ago painting and decorating pottery ornaments and I m sure our artistic talents will rise to the fore once again! The cost of this evening is 3.00 per person. If you have not already paid, can I remind you to bring it along together with your guild subscription of 7 to the November meeting. See you all then. Joan Rodgers President Our Now Famous BIG BREAKFAST takes place on Saturday 12th November 9.00 am 12 noon Please support us by coming along and having a superb breakfast! Cost only 4.00 each all proceeds to church funds Articles for the December magazine should be with Kate Irving by Sunday 13th November Here is a light-hearted rant at the modern world of technology Why, why, why does every gizmo and gadget in our modern, high speed world come equipped with a digital display just so it can give us the message 'Please wait'?! Please Wait As the speed of life increases At an ever-growing rate; The Gremlin King unleashes Machines that say Please Wait. Your personal computer Could be your own best mate, Except when you reboot it Because it says Please Wait. You pay ever-steeper prices As you keep up to date With all the best devices That only say Please Wait When rushing to the station, How often it s your fate To gaze, in hot frustration, At screens that say Please Wait. Or printing for a meeting, While running slightly late, You ll always get this greeting The printer says Please Wait Travelling is not much fun. But this may compensate You can say, in many different tongues Attendez, s il vous plait.. So when in future, off you float To reach the Heav nly gate, Will you find from dear St. P, a note Just nipped to lunch Please Wait? By Nigel Beeton 6 7