July and August 2016 Church outlook

Summer (The Trinity) Edition

East Ardsley St. ’s & St. ’s Churches

2 31 St. Michael’s Church Directory Who, What & When at St. Michael’s (with St.Gabriel’s, Fall Lane)

Vicar - Revd Glenn Coggins Children and Young People The Vicarage, 1 Church Lane, Please take into consideration the Vicar’s Rest Day is Friday, East Ardsley, Wakefield. so please contact him only in Smarties 9:15-11am during term time. Wednesday in the Church Hall, ages 0 - 3yrs Tel: 01924 822184 an emergency on this day. Contact: Barbara Vaughan 01924 823357 E-mail: [email protected] Sunday School 10 - 11 am during term time in the Church Hall, ages 3 upwards Assistant Curate (Non Stipendary) - Revd Graham Green Contact: Glennis Haigh 01924 822029

Pastoral Carers - (Under Training) Seekers 7:30 - 9:00 pm Alternate Sundays in the Church hall, ages 11 - 18

Church Wardens - Mave Roberts Tel: 01924 823952 Contact: Craig Bardy 01924 458583

- Kath Barker Tel: 01924 823164 All Age Groups Warden Emeritus - Irene Broadhead Choir 10:00 am service at St. Michael’s plus weddings, Deputy Wardens - John Brayshaw. Doug Brown Thursday choir practice 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Ages from 10 upwards,

Contact: Mavis Roberts 01924 823952 Treasurer - John Brayshaw Tel: 0113 2532796

Gift Aid Recorder - Malcolm Rennison Bell Ringers 9:30am Sundays. 5:30pm first Sunday, Monday practice 7:15 - 8:45pm Contact: Gordon Haigh 01924 822029 P.C.C. Secretary - Glennis Haigh Tel: 01924 822029

Church Hall Bookings - Val Hargreaves Tel: 0113 2535892 Ladies Group ‘Girls Night Out’ meet second Fri. in month 7:30 pm in Church Hall. Contact: Chris Swift 01924 821039 Organist - Ken Sharp E-mail: [email protected]

‘Church Outlook’ Editor - Malcolm Rennison. E-mail: [email protected] East Ardsley Art Club 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Wednesdays during term time Contact: Val Hargreaves 0113 2535892 Advertisements - Richard & Kath Barker Tel: 01924 823164 Email: [email protected] East Ardsley Flower Club 7:15pm on third Monday in month (except January) in the Church Hall. Floral Art by Area, National and International demonstrators. Distribution Co-ordinator - Mavis Roberts Tel: 01924 823952 Contact: Marion Waldock 01924 828760 ‘Web Master’ - Graham Green. E-mail: [email protected] Kntting for the Needy 2:00 - 4:00 pm 2nd Tuesday in the Church Hall. St. Michael’s Church WEB site : www.stmichaelspc.co.uk A group who knit, sew, & crochet blankets & clothes for African Orphanages. Contact: Hazel Rennison 0113 2535107

St. Michael’s Parochial Church Council 2016/2017 Prayer and Praise From 7:30pm onwards. Thursdays - Rotating House Group. Chairman - Vicar - Revd. Glenn Coggins. An inter-denominational group which includes study courses, informal worship and music. A chance to learn new songs. . Assistant Curate - Revd. Graham Green Contact: John Brayshaw 0113 2532796 Church Wardens - Mavis Roberts. Kath Barker ` Bible Study Group 7:45 pm Tuesdays. An informal ecumenical House Group. Deputy Wardens - John Brayshaw. Doug Brown Contact: Val Hargreaves 0113 2535892 Treasurer - John Brayshaw. P.C.C. Secretary - Glennis Haigh. Items, articles and reports for inclusion in the next edition of ‘Church Outlook’ Deanory Representatives - John Theaker. Val Hargreaves. should reach the Editor by the 14th August at the very latest, preferably by email: Elected Members - Janet Sampson (re-elected), Eric Wright, [email protected] (otherwise clearly written) Alison Cassidy, Trish Kinnear, Adele Waugh Church Outlook printed by John Ord Print Service, Belle View, Wakefield 30 3 In this Edition:

St. Michael’s Church Directory. St. Michael’s PCC. 2 The day we went to Deene Park. 4 July and August Church Services. 5 Pets Service. ‘Faithful Pet.’ 6 Re-Cycling Tin Foil. Five Anti-Ageing tactics. 7 News from St. Michael’s Seekers. Christian Aid Matters. 9 From the Parish Registers. Muriel Boothroyd. R.I.P. 11 Rag Mountain. ‘Upon the Sagging Mattress.’ 13 Treasurer’s Report and Comments. Adopted Charity. 15 East Ardsley Community Association Mini Gala. 16 St. Michael’s Summer Fayre. 17

Getting to Know You. 19 Another St. Michael’s. 21 Saturday: Yorkshire Day. The White Rose. 23 Saint of the Month. 25 2nd July The Parish Magazine. In the next Issue. 27 Note: Notable Dates. God said “No.” 29 No Coffee Morning Who, What & When at St. Michael’s Church. 31 on 6th Aug., due to the Church Fayre

Front Cover: An interpretation of ‘The Holy Trinity’

‘Girls night out’

Meetings usually held in St. Michael’s Church Hall Cherry Tree Walk 7:30 pm . . . to which all ladies are invited for a ‘girls night out’.

Fri. July 8th Guided Talk within St. Oswald’s Church, Methley. Men invited! (car share)

Fri. Aug 12th ‘Sentimental Journey’

For further information - contact: Chris Swift. Email: [email protected]

Of all the things you wear, your expression is the most important. Anon 4 29

“Didn’t we have a lovely time the day we went to Deene Park, Northamptonshire?” NOTABLE DATES . . . . party of 36 from St Michael’s and St Mary’s, Woodkirk went to visit the stately A home of our joint patron, Robert Brudenell. After a refreshing stop on the way at July 2nd Coffee Morning in the Church a farmer’s market services we were greeted with the sight of a huge obelisk which had 8th Guided Talk at St. Oswald’s Church, Methley a teapot on the top facing the stately home. This emblem was repeated throughout the 12th Community Mini Gala grounds in topiary as it was the late Mr Edmund Brudenell’s favourite tipple. A man 17th Pets Service after our vicar’s heart! The country house was in beautiful mellow stone and built in Tudor times with various alterations up to Georgian times. Aug. 6th St. Michael’s Summer Fayre We had a lovely light lunch, tea and huge slices of home-made cake on offer to help 20th Rag Mountain and Coffee Morning in Church Hall fuel us around the estate and house tour. We had two marvellous guides who provided a very entertaining and informative commentary about the collections of paintings, artefacts and the lives of the previous owners, including the Earl who led the Charge of God Said “No” the Light Brigade and Countess Adeline’s exploits (who is commemorated with the I asked God to take away my habit . . . . named stone near the vestry in St Michael’s). We even saw the huge estate map of East God said “No; it is not for me to take away but for you to give up.” and West Ardsley of 1735. The formal gardens were stocked with beautiful flowers and statuary and the grounds and lake were a delight, especially the standing deer! I asked God to make a disabled person whole . . . What marked this out as a special visit was how homely and friendly people were, God said “No; his spirit is whole, his body only temporary.” reflecting the almost unique status as it is one of the few truly private stately homes I asked God to grant me patience . . . open to the public. God said “No; patience is a by product of tribulations, it is granted, it is Well done Mavis for organising such a great trip! learned.” Angela I asked God to give me happiness . . . God said “No; I give you blessings. Happiness is up to you.”

I asked God to spare my pain . . . God said “No, suffering draws you apart from wordly cares and brings you closer to me.” I asked God to make my spirit grow . . . He said ”No, you must grow your own but I will prune you to make you fruitful.” I asked God for all things that I might enjoy in life . . . God said “No, I will give you life so that you may enjoy all things.”

I asked God to help me love others as much as He loves me . . . God said “Ah, finally you have an idea.” Received from Adele Waugh Every day may not be Good, But there is Good In every day.

Seen at a Garden centre. Author unknown 28 CHURCH SERVICES 5

8.30 am Every Tuesday - Morning Prayer (said) 9.30 am Every Thursday - Holy Communion

DAY & DATE TIME SERVICE

JULY 10:00am Trinity 6. All Age Worship

3rd SUNDAY (Led by Seekers Group, theme ‘Olympics’) * 4:00pm Holy Communion - at St. Gabriel’s (Note Earlier Time)

10th SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 7. Holy Communion

17th SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 8. Holy Communion

3:00pm Pets Service - In the Churchyard

24th SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 9. Holy Communion

31st SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 10. Holy Communion

AUGUST 10:00am Trinity 11. All Age Worship

7th SUNDAY * 4:00pm Holy Communion - at St. Gabriel’s (Note Earlier Time)

14th SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 12. Holy Communion is of excellent workmanship.

21st SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 13. Holy Communion

28th SUNDAY 10:00am Trinity 14. Holy Communion

* The Service at St. Gabriel’s on the 1st Sunday in the Month will now be at 4:00pm throughout the year in future.

I came across the following, which I thought was rather amusing . . .

Whilst walking along the street in front of the church, the Vicar heard the intoning of a prayer that made him stop in his tracks. Apparently his five-year-old son and his playmates had found a dead Robin. Feeling that a proper funeral should be performed, they had found a small box and lined it with cotton wool, carefully placed the bird in it, dug a hole, and made ready for the burial of the deceased. The Vicar’s son was chosen to say the appropriate prayers and, with dignity said his version of what he thought his father always said: “Glory be to the Faaaather, and to the Sonnn . . .

And into the hole he gooooes.” 6 27 The Parish Magazine

Pets Service ore than 150 years ago, a Church of England rector had a bright idea. He was puzzling over how he could reach out to people who didn’t M In The Churchyard always attend his church on Sunday. Things haven’t changed much since then.

(In the Church Hall if wet) Church leaders of all denominations are still asking the question: “How do we reach out to those who don’t come to church?” Sunday 17th July He came up with the idea of a simple church magazine which could be

3:00pm duplicated and distributed to his parishioners. After a few months, other With churches nearby asked if they could distribute his magazine in their parish. Gena Cameron Circulation started to increase dramatically as his idea caught on. from the RSPCA Soon other churches began to copy the idea. The magazine itself began to Moor Knoll Lane Branch take on new ideas. National newsletters began to appear. Church News was Bring your Pet born and subscribers could read about historical churches, events and much else from across the country. Church magazines were soon to be found in many churches, and they were not confined to the Church of England.

FAITHFUL PET With photocopiers, the church magazine began a massive move towards ‘home production’ in the last decades of the 20th century. With businesses willing to You’ve always been a faithful pet support their local church advertisements were a means of financing editions, And dearest friend to me, (I recently saw a church magazine with 52 advertisements!) We’ve spent much time together In 1999, the Association for Church Editors was founded as an ecumenical You’ve kept me company. organisation with the aim of helping editors to improve their magazines. We’d go out for our daily walks Today’s magazines are a huge improvement on those our forefathers received. By river, field and lake, Current thinking is that the present paper magazine will continue for quite a long time into the future. People still like to hold paper in their hands as they And meet so many folk we knew read. Some editors are now converting their magazines into PDF file formats. Upon the route we’d take. This can be put on to the church website. (As is St. Michael’s magazine.)

Whilst I was doing all my chores Electronic gadgets such as tablets and smart phones are also growing in You would just romp and play, importance as ways of receiving the magazine. No doubt, the growth of this technology will have an impact on the way in which churches keep in contact And bark at all the passers-by with their congregations in the future. In your own friendly way. Adapted from an article in ’The Way’ - the free newspaper of the Church of England in Cumbria. We really are the best of pals As anyone can see, My loved companion, special pet In the next Issue of ‘Church Outlook’ . . . . You’re very dear to me. ‘Recipe of the Month’ from Val Hargreaves. Do you have a particular interest, hobby or useful tip you could write about Kathleen Gillum for ‘Church Outlook?’ Please have a word, or email [email protected]

A man’s best friend is his dog . . . but don’t tell the wife! Anon Stories are an endless treasure trove of gifts that we can give away and yet always keep. Anon 26 7 Re-Cycling Tin Foil

Following the supplement to the May/June edition of ’Church Outlook’, Stan and Margaret Haley have contacted me to say that after almost 50 years of collecting tin foil they have had to discontinue due to unforeseen circumstances. They wish to sincerely thank all those who have provided them with re-cycled tin foil over the years to send on to help finance guide dogs for the blind. We sincerely thank Stan & Margaret for their dedicated charitable efforts over many years, receiving tin foil , sorting it and bagging it up for onward transportation to benefit guide dogs for the blind.

An outlet is now sought for re-cycled tin foil. Is there is anyone known to you who re-cycles tin foil in support of a charity? Editor

Five Anti-Ageing tactics

1. Get a Pet. Research shows that having an animal can help to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol. 2. Meditate. Regular meditation for as little as fifteen minutes a day can knock years off your biological age, according to the experts. 3. Exercise your mind. Sudoku and crosswords can keep your brain alert, which in turn will help to slow down mental and physical ageing. 4. Eat less. The Okinawa Islands have the most cente- narians in the world - they say it’s because they stop eating when they are 80 per cent full! 5. Take a break. Research shows that regular holiday makers are less likely to die prematurely.

Seen in ’Grace’ magazine.

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SAINT OF THE MONTH - St. Laurence

aurence, born perhaps in Spain around L 230, was one of the earliest martyrs of the Church in Rome, where he served as almsgiver to Pope Sixtus II. At this period of Christian persecution, after the execution of the Pope himself, Laurence was commanded by the Emperor Valerian to surrender the Church’s wealth to the state. Begging a three days’ respite, Laurence distributed the wealth among the city’s needy. When called to account by the emperor he allegedly pointed to the city’s poor and sick, saying: “Behold the Church’s treasure.” For this he was executed in 258. According to his legend, Laurence’s martyrdom was extremely cruel, for the story goes that he was roasted alive on a gridiron. At one point the saint reputedly told his tormentors to turn him over because his first side was cooked through! Bizarrely, he is today the patron saint of cooks, as well as fire fighters, tanners, the poor, comedians, librarians, students and miners. In Rome, Laurence follows immediately behind Peter and Paul in importance. Besides his burial place in San Lorenzo there are thirty Roman churches dedicated to him, as well as many thousand more worldwide. Laurence is venerated by Anglo-Catholics, and is the patron of many Anglican parish churches, including more than 200 in England. A major church in Sydney, Australia, in the former (land division) civil parish of St Laurence, is known as "Christ Church St Laurence". The Brotherhood of St Laurence, an Anglican- foundation charitable society, also bears his name. Shooting stars were once traditionally called ‘fiery tears of St. Laurence’ because one of the periodic swarms of these

meteors occurs around his feast day of 10th August.

Source: ‘Saints A Visual Guide’

Are there words in hymns that you find especially moving, challenging? Perhaps you remember words of wisdom and encouragement that you read in a book or magazine. Would you care to share some of those inspiring, moving words with readers of ’Church Outlook’ either anonymously or by name? - as you wish Please let me know, confidentially. Editor

Apply your heart to what you are taught. Listen carefully to words of knowledge. Proverbs 23:12 24 9

News from St. Michael’s Seekers

ow many of you would be able to keep calm in a First Aid Emergency H situation? How many of you would be able to perform emergency CPR? In recent weeks at our youth group meetings we have dedicated a couple of meetings to looking at Emergency First Aid. Our most recent meeting was probably the youth’s favourite meeting as we had a dozen blow up “resuscitation Annie’s” for them to practice with. Throughout the sessions we taught the youth using the DR ABC method of First Aid. D - Danger, check for danger to protect the casualty from further harm but to protect yourself so you do not become a casualty yourself. R - Response, check for any levels of response do they respond to voice or pain - feel A - Airway. Is their Airway clear and open. B - Breathing. Are they breathing? Look and feel for signs of breathing for 10 secs. C - Circulation. Has their heart stopped? The youth were taught that if the casualty is not breathing, they need to perform CPR to try to help sustain life till help arrives. The sequence for CPR is 30 heart compres- sions followed by 2 quick breaths, then compressions, then breaths. Hopefully they will never need to use their new knowledge, but if they do, something they remember from these meetings, might just save someone’s life. For more information about Seekers, please contact Craig on 01924 458 583.

Wentworth Garden Centre Afternoon Tea Saturday 20th August. 3:00pm £11.00 per person. (£5.00 deposit required to book a place) See Craig and Hayley in church.

House-to-House Collection This year’s focus has been on flooding in Bangladesh which occurs every year causing death and devastation to many. As a result of Christian Aid Week, villages are being raised to higher and safer levels and river banks strengthened. This means families can live in safety and start growing their own food again. Many thanks to all donators and collectors for the £1,000 raised in East Ardsley which will help to make this dream a reality for the vunerable.

Hazel & Angela ———————————————— o o ———————————————— This year’s Sponsored Walk (34th) attracted 28 walkers and raised a further £1,000 for Christian Aid. Many thanks to Malcolm’s and Hazel’s sponsors who kindly gave £100.

Although rain was forecast we managed to complete half of the walk before it came!

All the love you give away . . . returns to fill your heart each day. Susan Squellati Florence 10 23

Yorkshire Day

hroughout history 1st August has been a notable date for T many reasons. These days, 1st August is notable because it’s Yorkshire Day, when Yorkshire folk proudly celebrate their origins and age-old traditions, from Yorkshire puddings to Flat cap Chucking. Being the largest county in England, Yorkshire acquired the nickname ‘God’s own Country’ for a reason. From Settle to Silkstone, Shipley to Skipsea, the unique landscape spills elegantly from every corner. With two National Parks and awards winning coastline it displays some of Mother Nature’s most spectacular work. The county is packed with multicultural cities, seaside resorts, market towns and historic villages. It has some superb architecture, castles, abbeys, churches and theatres which have historical significance. Yorkshire Tykes are some of the friendliest folk you’ll ever meet, falsely perceived as being ill-mannered and tight with their money. Let’s dispel that old saying, ’Yorkshire born, Yorkshire bred, thick in t’ arm, thick in t’ ead’ (Who wrote that?) Guy Fawkes, Captain Cook, the Brontë sisters and Mother Shipton are a few names that come to mind when thinking of famous Yorkshire people. The list is endless, some more famous than others, some dead, some alive; all worthy of being celebrated Yorkshire folk. With awards ranging from Nobel Prizes, Golden Globes and BAFTA to Brit Awards and Mercury Prizes, some great minds and talent have come from Yorkshire, past and present, changing the course of history and contrib- uting to society through science, religion, politics, the arts, stage and screen and great engineering feats. Proving that Yorkshire is not only an area of outstanding natural beauty, it also has the brains and talent to match. Adapted from an article by Carrie-anne Crabtree

The White Rose

Without the worm, a rose in perfect bloom, The roots of rose run deep through iron stone, White petals spiral on the summer’s blue, The stem protected with the hook of thorn Grown in a sacred space two thousand years, The leaves unfurl like flags to state a truth: Seldom is such beauty so ever true. Within this rose we’re grateful we were born.

The spilled blood of our warring ancestors Of course, some buds must fall in dark time’s Stains deep into the soil of this broad shire, rain; But pure petals resist all wrack and storm - If you stand by the rose, they’ll bloom again.

This rose was singed, not scorched, by raiding fire Chris Firth 22 11

From the Parish Registers Welcome to our recent baptism candidates: Dylan Hammer, Libby Cooke, Frankie Thackeray, Eddie Murray

Congratulations to: Clements and Samantha Smith Hamish Allan and Amanda Giblin. Aiden Gillen and Shona Mac Donald

who have recently married. Wedding Blessing - Martin and Lynn O’Connor

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of those who have died recently:

Alwyn Knox aged 92 yrs Iris Taylor aged 90 yrs Eric Walker aged 78 yrs Arthur Wells aged 86 yrs

John (George) Petre aged 85 yrs Muriel Boothroyd aged 96 yrs

Muriel Boothroyd R.I.P. 24 November 1919 - 28 March 2016 Muriel was born in Halifax but spent her childhood and young adult years in Wakefield and East Ardsley. She was educated at Wakefield Girls’ High School (WGHS) and then trained as a nurse and midwife at the General Infirmary at Leeds. During the war Muriel worked as a midwife in and around Sheffield. In 1951 Muriel accepted a post as sister of an orthopaedic ward in Wolverhampton. Whilst in Wolverhampton, Muriel had an active social life and enjoyed riding and looking after her horse. In the early1960s Muriel came back to East Ardsley to look after her ill father and com- bined this with being Sister of the Children’s Ward at Pinderfields General Hospital. Later, Muriel looked after and cared for her mother. From the sixties onwards Muriel became involved with St. Michael’s Church and was active in the service of the church. For many years she was a member of the Parochial Church Council, she visited the sick of the parish and also held the post of church warden. It was during this time that Muriel played hockey for WGHS Old Girl’s Association and then became an umpire for Wakefield Ladies’ Hockey Club. Muriel was a committee member of WGHS Old Girls’ Association, holding several posts, and in recognition of her long service, was made an honorary member - an honour afforded to very few. During her latter years in East Ardsley, Muriel and her dog, Susie, were a family sight. However, in 2008 due to failing health Muriel and Susie joined Muriel’s twin sister at West Heaton Residential Home in Devon to be near her nephew, Stephen Ramsden. Incidentally, Stephen was a chorister at St Michael’s. Muriel maintained her contact with St. Michael’s via the Church magazine which she received until her death. In the last few years Muriel became progressively more frail but until last Summer, Stephen was still able to take Muriel out in a wheelchair when they would discuss the various flowers in the garden. Muriel’s demise closes a chapter for those who were fortunate enough to know her well and those who were recipients of her kindness and generosity. Wendy Walker

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ANOTHER ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH

t was quite by chance that I came across Saint I Michael the Church at Whittington, Lancashire. Whittington nestles on the Northern bank of the River Lune two miles to the west of the popular tourist venue of Kirkby Lonsdale and Devils Bridge and twenty miles or so to the East of Lancaster and Jct. 35 of the M6 Motorway. The church stands proudly on a high mound, (the site of an 11c motte-and-bailey castle) overlooking the village. At the entrance to the churchyard there is a mosaic depicting St. Michael the Archangel installed to commemorate the millennium. The project, involving many of the villagers, enabled the completion of the cobbling surrounding the mosaic. The cobbles were gathered from the River Lune. The 15c tower is the oldest part of the current building. There is a ring of six bells which were refurbished and re-hung in 2009. The church undertook a major restoration in 1875 when the nave was completely rebuilt, and the church was extended eastward creating a new sanctuary. First impressions were the size of the church for the relatively small village. A 1930’s census recorded 53 residences. As a rural community it is hardly surprising that animals form an important part of the village. In the length of Main Street alone there are four farms. Ownership of horses is quite common with an annual race taking place in the community. There is a large Victorian font of polished limestone replacing the 17th Century stone font, situated to the right of the steps to the tower. The pews were all replaced in 1875. The vestry panelling was made from part of the old pews. The Nave and Chancel are divided by a beautifully carved light oak screen. There is a stone carved reredos (behind the altar) depicting the Last Supper which is of excellent workmanship and dates from the 1875 restoration. Five of the stained-glass windows date from the 1875 restoration. Another window in the south wall was designed and installed in 1969. It represents St. Blaise, the patron saint of wool-combers and wool-staplers, and also depicts the various activities of the Whittington estate. It is by the artist Lawrence Lee, who designed the stained glass for the 20c Coventry cathedral. Incidentally, William Sturgeon the pioneering inventor of the electro magnetic

motor, was born in Whittington in 1783. 20 13

ST. MICHAEL’S RAG MOUNTAIN

COFFEE AND 20th BARGAIN RAIL 10:00am to 11:30am Aug. In Church Hall th RAGMay MOUNTAIN HavingRAG a clear out? Bring your unwanted items to St.MOUNTAIN Michael’s Church Hall * Clothes/Handbags/Belts/Shoes * and any fabric items

(no cushions or duvets please) Accepted Weds. 9:30am to 11am & 7pm to 9pm also Suns. 10:00am to 11:00am at the Church Hall

Seen in a Church magazine . . . Ladies, don’t forget the Rummage Sale. It’s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Don’t forget your husbands.

Upon the Sagging Mattress

Upon the sagging mattress known as life The weary husband lays down with his wife . . . To feel the nasty shapes and awful lumps; To get no rest, to only get the grumps. And yet upon this drooping bag of woe They close their eyes and sometimes have a go . . . At fantasising sweeter, better things; A life with good support and inner springs. Received from Melbourne, Australia

Home . . . the place where we grumble the most and are treated the best. Anon 14 19

Getting to Know You - Eric Wright

Where were you brought up?

I was born in Harehills, but was brought up in Stourton and spent a lot of my time with a cousin in Hunslet.

What family do you have?

I’m married to Margaret, some 48 years now. We don’t have a family.

What was your occupation and what career or jobs have you done in the past?

I worked for 40 years on the Railway, initially as a clerk, eventually becoming First Aid Manager for the Eastern Region.

Have you a particular hobby or interest and how do you relax?

I am interested in local History, being Chairman of Rothwell Historical Society, and I’m a keen photographer. I like visiting Churches and Cathedrals and speak to groups on the subject.

What’s special to you about attending St. Michael’s Church?

Most definitely the people who attend and the help each and everyone has given me.

Is there a verse, hymn or quotation that has particularly inspired you?

I have a great love of the hymn “Dear Lord and Father of Mankind.” I draw great inspiration from this.

What is the most exciting thing that’s happened to you recently?

Seeing the steam engine Flying Scotsman take to the rails once again.

What is the most important lesson life has taught you?

To take every day as a bonus and enjoy the things around us, and to help those who are not as fortunate as ourselves.

What is your greatest regret?

Not to have travelled more in my younger life.

What one thing would you like to do in the next twelve months?

See as much of the places in this country that I have not yet visited.

Thanks Eric (one of our Bell Ringers) for sharing this with us.

I knew Eric many years ago when we were both Boy Scouts in Hunslet. Editor

90 Random Acts of Kindness - We’re in the News! St. Michael’s initiative in honour of the Queen’s 90th birthday

is featured in the May edition of the Diocese News! 18 15 Treasurer’s Report and Comments

his is a fairly quiet time of the year but I can report that the two coffee mornigs T we have held have both been very successful. Between them they raised £130 for Church funds. The late Tom Musson had made various cards and some were donated for sale at St Michael's. A total of £50 came from the sale of the cards. Thank you Doreen for allowing us to sell them. We are having a "Guess my Birthday" competition of a knitted toy of "Bob the Builder" at £1 a go. The date will be drawn at the Summer Fayre. Should you wish to have a go please see the display in Church or ask a member of the congregation to purchase a date for you. As usual we hope, at the Summer Fayre, to have the raffle based on BOGOF items from the supermarkets. Please donate any BOGOF items to us for the raffle but also check the use by date is after August 6th. Thank-you.

CHURCHYARD REPORT This is now the frantic time of grass cutting so if anyone wishes to help on a Tuesday or Friday morning please contact either myself or Glenn. A big thank-you to our regular "sponsors" for the funds provided towards the costs of the grass cutting. We are always in need of more funds to cover the costs so please consider giving if you are able. We are volunteers but petrol, servicing of the machines and repairs exceed £1000 each year. Thank you John

“A perfect summer day is when the sun is shining, the breeze is blowing, the birds are singing, and the lawn mower is broken”. James Dent - writing in ‘Retirement Times’

July/August Adopted Charity

‘Market Place’ - Drop In Centre The Market Place project for young people has been established in Leeds since 1989. It is a respected provider of young people’s counselling. All young people have the right to feel safe and secure in their lives, be treated with respect and to feel good about themselves.

Smile often, Dream big, remember you are loved and never ever give up. Sent by Wendy B. 16 17

East Ardsley Community Association

East Ardsley Recreation Ground

Saturday, 12th July, 2016,

from 1:00pm to 4:00pm

In the arena will be: - Displays by - *Silhouette Majorettes * *Deborah Coulish Dancing School* - Fun and Games - * Egg and Spoon Race * Three Legged Race * Sack Race * * Junior Tug-a-war Competition *

(Eight in a team ages 8 to 12 years) * Stalls around the arena* * Refreshments in the Centre *

Free entrance - just come and enjoy the afternoon

Designed by Jonathan Chapman