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PARISH OF EASINGWOLD WITH RASKELF e-mail: easingwold.parishchurch@gmail.com Telephone (answerphone) 01347 821394 During the current clergy vacancy enquiries for weddings and funerals should either be directed in the first instance to one of the churchwardens, and enquiries for baptism to Deacon Chris Peel, or raised by email on the address above. Requests for pastoral care should be addressed to one of the retired clergy.. Churchwardens Diane Gallon 01347 821294 Alan Summerscales 01347 822084 Retired Clergy assisting in the parish: Deacon Chris Peel 01347 823548 Revd Beryl Bowes Revd Dr Peter Bowes Revd Robin Davill Revd Steve Jarratt Revd Canon Barbara Wilkinson Reader Gerald Edmondson-Jones THIS SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR ADVERTISING Contact: barbaratwigg361@btinternet.com Contacts: PCC Secretary Sue Thorn 01347 823235 PCC Treasurer Alfred Boddison 01347 821668 Raskelf Secretary Juliette Jennings 01347 823955 Flowers -Easingwold Geraldine Boast 823034 / Pat Brooks 824120 -Raskelf Juliette Jennings 01347 823955 Mothers Union Margaret Summerscales 01347 822084 Bible Reading Fellowship Joan Green 01347 821389 Children s Society Boxes Gill Wansborough 01347 822166 Organist Vacant Choir & Organist Co-ordinator Alfred Boddison 01347 821668 Bell Ringing Dr Peter Coomer 01347 810891 Half Yearly Boxes Janet Boddison 01347 821668 Parish Rooms Bookings Doreen Hayes 01347 821371 Parish Rooms Caretaker Mary Galloway 01347-821714 Magazine Editor Barbara Twigg 01347 821762 barbaratwigg361@btinternet.com Magazine Distribution Margaret Summerscales 013478222084 http://www.visit-easingwold.com/easingwold-church
NOVEMBER 2nd 10.30am Revelation Ch.7 Vv. 9-17 ALL SAINTS DAY 1 John Ch.3 Vv. 1-3 Matthew Ch.5 Vv. 1-12 4.00pm Isaiah Ch.61 Vv. 1-3 ALL SOULS Romans Ch.8 Vv. 31-end 9th 10.45am Wisdom of Solomon Ch.6 Vv.12-16 3rd BEFORE ADVENT Thessalonians Ch.4 Vv.13-18 REMEMBRANCE SERVICE Matthew Ch.25 Vv. 1-13 3.30pm Judges Ch.7 Vv. 2-22 John Ch.15 Vv. 9-17 16th 10.30am Zephaniah Ch.1.7 Vv.12-18 2nd BEFORE ADVENT 1 Thessalonians Ch.5 Vv. 1-11 Matthew Ch.25 Vv.14-30 30.30pm 1 Kings Ch.1 Vv.15-40 Revelations Ch.1 Vv. 4-18 23rd 10.30am Ezekiel Ch.34 Vv.11-16,20-24 CHRIST THE KING Ephesians Ch.1 Vv.15-23 Matthew Ch.25 Vv.31-46 3.30pm 2 Samuel Ch.23 Vv. 1-7 Matthew Ch.28 Vv.16-20 30th 10.30am Isaiah Ch.64 Vv. 1-9 ADVENT SUNDAY 1 Corinthians Ch.1 Vv. 3-9 Mark Ch.13 Vv.24-37 6.30pm Advent Carol Service THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH Dear Friends, November heralds a season of Remembrance. On the first two days of November, we celebrate All Saints and All Souls Day, remembering not only loved ones, but also the many unknown, faithful souls whose lives have impacted on us in ways that we hardly recognise. On the 5 th day of November, we say: Remember remember the fifth of November, gunpowder, treason and plot and we recall those who plot against governments, for good and ill - depending on your point of view. It gives us a learning opportunity to be merciful and forgiving, even towards those who plot against us. On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we remember the good and the brave, who sacrificed so much for our freedom. We might remember John McCrae, an army doctor who served in the trenches of the first world war. Seeing the beautiful poppies that grew among the dead soldiers and the ruins of war, John McCrae wrote his famous poem: In Flanders Fields, the poppies grow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our places; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amongst the guns below. We are the Dead. Short time ago We lived, felt dawn, saw the sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders Fields. At the last supper Jesus said to his disciples: Do this in remembrance of me. These are words repeated daily down the centuries in churches across the world. As we share this simple meal, in communion with all the saints, we are given hope in a life beyond war and the hard times. By remembering in this way, we deepen our faith and strengthen the certainty that our Redeemer lives. Remembering this and the blessings of the past year we might also remember to say: Thanks be to God. Barbara Wilkinson 9 2
EASINGWOLD and RASKELF CHURCHES CHRISTMAS BAZAAR SATURDAY NOVEMBER 22nd from 10.00am in the Parish Rooms Christmas stall-tombola-raffle & many other stalls Refreshments EVERYONE WELCOME ***Items for any stall and/or raffle can be left at Tempo*** LITTLE LIGHTS and JUNIORS at the PARISH CHURCH on the 4th Sunday of each month WE WELCOME ALL CHILDREN to our 10.30am Service The first 3 gatherings of this kind will take place on: Sunday October 26th Sunday November 23rd Sunday December 21st [NB 3rd Sunday in December because of Christmas] The Children go into the Choir Vestry for part of the service to Learn Together about about Christian faith and Worship. Parents are welcome to accompany their children and tinies or at their own discretion, if Age 3 and above, let them go on their own with a teacher ALL CHILDREN WELCOME ALL AGES @ 10.30am on the 4th Sunday of the Month EASINGWOLD PARISH CHURCH HOME snd AWAY Mission Committee ADVENT SUNDAY LUNCH SUNDAY NOVEMBER 30th: 12.15pm in the Parish Rooms Menu: Coq au Vin followed by Puddings Tickets: 10 from Tempo In aid of Crisis at Christmas (National Charity for single homeless people). Christmas can be an incredibly difficult time for a person cut off from family and home. Crisis at Christmas will provide companionship and support to tackle loneliness and isolation and help people to take their first steps out of homelessness in big cities such as Leeds and Newcastle Baptisms Sept 28th Oct 12th Funerals Sept.26th Oct 8th Oct 21st Registers Benjamin Robert Linsley Amelia Lillie Jean Souter Jean Turton Claire Wellburn MOTHERS UNION Wednesday November 12th Visit to Sutton on Forest Church 2.30pm Sutton Church Room - Speaker Revd Elizabeth Cushion 10.00am Communion and coffee in church ST MARY S CHURCH, RASKELF SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1st COFFEE MORNING (Church Funds) Village Hall WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 5th LITE BITE LUNCH, Old Black Bull, Raskelf SUNDAYS NOVEMBER 2nd & 16th COMMUNION 9.10am SUNDAY NOVEMBER 9th FAMILY & REMBRANCE SERVICE 10.30am PRAYER CORNER Prayer is at the heart of what the church is about and the prayer corner in St John s continues to be used regularly. Please write the names of people you would like to be remembered in the book there. We also have a prayer chain, where a number of people pray for those in special need. If you would like to join the chain, know more about it or have someone you want to be prayed for, please contact Chris Peel (01347-823548). Please include in your prayers this month: 1. Those unsung heroes who raise money for a variety of charities during the year. 2. The elderly living in Park Close, Paradise Fields, Croft Close & St Monica s Garth areas 3. Youth work; all the uniformed organisations 4. Farm shop & café in Raskelf; all who work & visit there 3
BEING A DEACON Conference to be held in York on Saturday November8th If you have ever wondered what a calling to be a Deacon feels like, or if you feel you might be called to be a Deacon, come to a day conference on Saturday November 8th at St Edward the Confessor. Chris Peel has been in our parish for many years and a long serving and valuable member of what is known as the Diaconate and we now have two deacons in training: Charlotte Cranfield on the left and Catherine Toase on the right. There are three orders of ordained ministry in the Church of England: Deacons, Priests and Bishops. But what exactly is a Deacon? Catherine and Charlotte will both share thoughts about what Deacons are, and their calling to the Diaconate. If you are interested in learning more, come to the one day conference, which costs 10. Charlotte can book a place for you by emailing her on Charli.cranfield@yahoo.co.uk or ringing her on 01347-824399 Guidance on churchyard matters from the Chancellor of the Diocese of York, His Honour Judge Peter Collier QC Churchyards are a valuable heritage and also a great responsibility. They are consecrated and therefore fall under the jurisdiction of the Bishop exercised through the Chancellor of the Diocese, who has made these rules: Items which are not allowed to be placed on a grave include angel or dove statuettes, garden ornaments, birdbaths, pictures, textiles, clothes, personal belongings or memorabilia associated with the deceased this includes in the case of children, toys or teddy bears. Traditional Easter and Christmas wreaths and Remembrance Day poppies are permitted but must be removed after a period of not more than two months. Silk flowers are permitted provided they are removed when they become faded, dirty or dishevelled; otherwise no artificial flowers are allowed. Cut flowers may be laid on a grave or stand in water in a recessed container or an integral flower receptacle that is part of the memorial. Trees, bushes, planted flowers and shrubs including annuals and perennials are not allowed British Summer Time ended at 1.00am this morning Sunday October 26th when the clocks went back one hour (GMT) Archbishop of York...has conferred the title of Canon Emeritus on the Revd John Harrison as well as Permission to Officiate. Church Services...Evensong changes to 3.30pm on Sunday November 9th. Also, please note different service times on Remembrance Sunday, November 9th Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Appeal...please return your filled shoeboxes to church by Sunday November 2nd. When completed please close the box with an elastic band or if it is your own shoebox, please wrap in Christmas paper and close with an elastic band. Each box should be accompanied by 3.00 (amount set by the organisers) for transportation. Any problems or queries, please ring Gaynor Cole on 01347-823177. Thank you. Maasai Warriors...St John s R.C church have arranged for Osiligi Troupe to appear at their church on Sunday November 2nd at 3.30pm. Their performance is d e s c r i b e d a s i n c r e d i b l e, m e s m e r i s i n g t o h e a r and fascinating to watch Admission is free with a retiring collection and crafts and wares will be available for purchase. Children s Society...Gill Wansborough asks that if you have not already done so would you please hand in your boxes (name on the underside) to Tempo to be counted for the half year. You may also collect a new one there. Raskelf Church...Coffee morning in aid of church funds from 10.00am Saturday November 1st Various stalls & raffle Yorkshire Bishops announced. Revd Canon Toby Howarth and the Revd Jonathan Gibbs have been appointed to the Suffragan Sees of Bradford and Huddersfield in the newly created Diocese of West Yorkshire and the Dales. Free Home Library and Information Service...works with local volunteers to provide a free delivery service of books as well as audio books and you might be able to receive this service if you are a carer, or if, because of ill health, disability or age you are unable to get to the library or to carry books. If you would like further information or would like to become a volunteer, please ring: 01609-534581 Hambleton Foodshare..the number to ring is 0772 44 44 750 The telephone is manned 24 hours a day 7 days a week calls will not be answered but you can leave a message and someone will always call you back to discuss your needs. 4
SERVICES AND EVENTS NOVEMBER 2014 ENQUIRIES about baptisms, weddings, etc. please ring the churchwardens in the first place who will contact the clergy team. Ringing the vicarage number (821394) or 07773662003 will remind you of these numbers. Sunday School meets during the 10.30am service in Easingwold church SUN 23rd Christ the King 8.00am 10.30am 3.30pm PARISH EUCHARIST Evensong Wed 26 th 9.00am Communion Thurs 27 th 10.00am MU Communion & Coffee Sat 29 th all day Intercession and Thanksgiving for Missionary Work SUN 2nd Nov 4 before Advent 8.00am 9.10am at Raskelf 10.30am PARISH EUCHARIST 4.00pm All Souls Service of Light SUN 30th 8.00am 10.30am 12.15pm 6.30pm PARISH EUCHARIST Advent Sunday Lunch in the Parish Rooms Deanery Advent Carols Tues 4 th 7.30pm Rehearsal for Remembrance Sunday Wed 5 th 9.00am Communion SUN 9 th 3 before Advent; Remembrance Sunday 9.00am 10.30am 10.45am Family Service at Raskelf Remembrance Parade Service Wed 12th 9.00am SUN 16th 2 before Advent 8.00am 9.10am 10.30am 3.30pm at Raskelf Parish Eucharist Evensong Wed 19 th 9.00am Sat 22 nd 10.00am Stokesley bell ringers 10.00am Christmas Bazaar in the Parish Rooms December Tue 2 nd 7.00pm Jubilate Rehearsal Wed 3 rd 9.00am Communion Sat 6 th 7.30pm Jubilate Performance SUN 7th 8.00am 9.10am at Raskelf ALL SOULS EUCHARIST We all have members of our family and close friends who have died and who we want specially to remember. That's why every year we have a Service of Recollection and Thanksgiving at All Souls during which we light candles and recall our loved ones by name. You are most welcome to come to the service which this year is on Sunday November 2nd at 4.00pm There is a list in church for you to add until the start of the service, the names of any you wish to be remembered 5 6