The Three Towers

THREE TOWERS

Fulbeck and Carlton Scroop with Normanton

Volume 499 Price 25p July 2012

From your Parish Priest

Here we are, July, children’s holidays are close, our own holiday closer and Stuart and I are glad to be taking a break from the routine of life which this year seems even busier with all the ‘extra’s’ that have come along to celebrate and remember. We hope to have another reason to celebrate later in the year as we look forward to the installation of our new North aisle window commemorating 216 Parachute Signals serving in more recent areas of war. Last month on the 14th, the anniversary of the ending of the Falklands War, two serving officers from 216 came to Caythorpe to lay wreaths at the Falklands Memorial, a much quieter affair and one I was privileged to attend with them. I heard once more the story of the Memorial stone’s chequered journey from the Falklands to its final ‘resting place’ on our village green and I thank the Parish Council for having the lettering on the stone renewed for this occasion, it was much appreciated by the Squadron members. I would love to know how much this Memorial stone weighs, a good deal more than the stones or pebbles I pick up while we are on holiday or just on an away day somewhere, somehow they help me to remember much more than where they are from. A stone of similar shape, but so much smaller, is on my study window now, picked up from the side of the A74 just outside Moffat and heading for Fort William on our first Scottish holiday the year after we were married. What a shoestring holiday that was, but memorable for all the right reasons, no, the weather wasn’t good, yes, we ran out of money on the last day, now when we look back on it, God was definitely looking out for us and we gloried in the scenery around us that he had created. Whilst we live in difficult times again all of us are blessed with simple but beautiful God created things, from the pictures drawn by our grandchildren to the happy smiles of those enjoying Street parties and all the local celebrations for our Queen’s Jubilee. I hope that some of these events and all the efforts made by so many villagers are memories we have given the young to treasure and enjoy in the years to come.

Even if you don’t enjoy the 2012 Olympics (there must be something in it you will!) Have lovely summer days, Yours in faith and love, June 2. In Memoriam Kathleen Tenant, better known to many as Kath, has lost her fight against cancer. She passed away peacefully on May 18th 2012. She will now be re- united with her husband Mick, who passed away in 2004. IKath had lived in Fulbeck with her family for over 40 years until, back in December 2010, when she made a decision to move away and start a new life, taking along with her all of her beloved pets. I would like to thank all who have asked after Kath after she moved away. May she now rest in peace. Brenda Fisher Thank you The handicraft exhibition in the Fulbeck Church for the Jubilee Celebrations was greatly enhanced by the beautiful flower arrangements. For these we thank the four ladies responsible: Carol Aram, Julia Fane, Anna Greenhalgh and Brenda Valentine. Your splendid efforts certainly added to the exhibition.

We were sorry to learn that Mick and Brenda Gilman have decided to give up bell ringing. They have both been stalwart supporters of this ancient art for many years and we thank them for their faithful devotion

Please be aware; The regular service on the third Sunday of the month at Fulbeck St Nicholas has changed to a user friendly Morning Prayer with hymns and an address given by a member of the ministry team, this is to enable clergy in the Deanery whose resources are stretched, to be elsewhere. Similarly for the time being there is now no 9am Said Communion on the first Sunday at Caythorpe St Vincent.

Coffee Mornings at Carlton Scroop – July 21st We are continuing our monthly coffee mornings in the Village Hall on Newark Lane from 10am until Noon, with a Raffle, Fair Trade stall and the usual Bring and Buy, please watch out for posters and newsletters for details of these friendly and enjoyable occasions.

‘ Tea at Vinnies’ for a trial period volunteers at St Vincent’s church are serving Afternoon Tea in church once during the month, the next will be on Friday 20th July at 3pm to which you are invited, there is no charge, however donations towards expenses will be welcomed. Our main aim is to provide a meeting place and time to chat. FRIDAY CLUB - Children usually meet for their monthly gathering for songs, stories and some creative activity on this date, but here we are in July, the children are on holiday from school and so Friday club also takes a break for summer. 21st September will be our first meeting back at St Vincent’s – 3.45pm. Have a lovely summer break, whatever the weather! 3.

SERVICES IN JULY 2012 NEW PATTERN

Sunday 1 st July Trinity 4 No Service at Caythorpe 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist at Fulbeck Wednesday 4 th July Thomas 3 rd July 9.00 a. m. Holy Communion at Caythorpe Friday 6 th July Thomas More 8.45 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck Sunday 8 th July Trinity 5 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist at Caythorpe 6.00 p.m. Evening prayer at Carlton Scroop Wednesday 11 th July Benedict, abbot 9.00 a.m. Holy Communion at Caythorpe Friday 13 th July John Keeble priest, (14 th ) 8.45 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck Sunday 15 th July Trinity 6 10.00 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck 6.00 p.m. Celtic Prayer at Caythorpe NOTE: NORTH LOVEDEN GROUP EUCHARIST ON 3rd SUNDAY IN THE MONTH IS AT WELBOURNE AT 10.00 A.M. (Not at Leadenham at 9.00 a.m. ) Wednesday 18 th July 9.00 a.m. Holy Communion at Caythorpe Friday 20 th July 8.45 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck Sunday 22 nd July Mary Magdalene 9.00 a.m. BCP. Holy Communion at Carlton Scroop 9.30 a.m. Breakfast followed by 10.15 a.m. United Benefice Service at Caythorpe Wednesday 25 th July James the Apostle 9.00 a.m. Holy Communion at Caythorpe Friday 27 th July 8.45 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck Sunday 29 th July Trinity 8 William Wilberforce (30 th ) 10.00 a.m. UNITED BENEFICE EUCHARIST IN ST NICHOLAS’, CARLTON SCROOP Wednesday 1 st August 9.00 a.m. Holy Communion at Caythorpe Friday 3 rd August 8.45 a.m. Morning Prayer at Fulbeck Sunday 5 th August Transfiguration of our Lord (6 th No Service at Caythorpe 10.00 a.m. Sung Eucharist at Fulbeck

PLEASE CHECK CHURCH NOTICE BOARDS REGULARLY FOR ANY CHANGES TO THE ABOVE AS WE TRY TO “FINE TUNE” THE REVISED SERVICE PATTERN 4.

Chapel Services - Regular services are held in Finkin Street Church, Grantham every Sunday at 10.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. Future changes are possible.

The Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) - meet every Sunday at 11.00 a.m. at Brant Broughton Meeting House. There will also be an evening service every 4th Thursday of the month at 7.30 p.m.

Roman Catholic Church Services Regular services are held in St Peter’s Church, RAF Cranwell on Sundays at 10.30 a.m. For midweek masses contact the Chaplain’s office (01400 267025). People wishing to attend these services will need to obtain a pass from the Guard Room. The R.C. Priest’s telephone is 01400 262064

WELCOMERS IN JULY (FULBECK)

1st July – Mrs M. Jewitt 15th July – Mr A. Kingston

ALTAR FLOWERS Fulbeck Carlton Scroop

Mrs J. Cottingham 1st July Not No Service 8th July Available Mrs B. Valentine 15th July at going Mrs B. Valentine 22nd July to press No Service 29th July

CHURCH CLEANING

Fulbeck Week ending: Carlton Scroop

Mrs J .Stevenson & Mrs J. Watkins 30th June Judi Downward 7th July Judi Downward Mrs B. Robinson & Mrs P. Rice 14th July Geoff Biggs Mrs C. Aram & Mrs W. Nelson 21st July Geoff Biggs 28th July Geoff Biggs Diary Dates

27th June 8.00 p.m. Prayers for the Benefice at St Vincent House. 28th June 7.00 p.m. Confirmation at Hough-on-the-Hill 3rd July 8.00 p.m. Fulbeck P.C.C. Meet at Fulbeck Manor 5th July 10.30 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. “Taize” Quiet day at the Rectory led by The Reverend Barbara Hancock 5th July 7th 7.30 p.m. Wholeness & Healing Service at Barkston

Please can I have articles for the August issue of The Three Towers by Saturday 21st July? Barbara Robinson