Niftynotes news & information from the Diocese www.southwell.anglican.org DECEMBER 2016 Compiled by Nicola Mellors email: [email protected] Parish Priest to be Chaplain to the

sabelle Hamley (Associate rhythms of worship and prayer Priest at Edwalton, Gamston and providing pastoral support for Iand Bridgford and Wilford the community who live and Hill) has been appointed Chaplain work here.” to the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd and Rt Hon Justin Isabelle said: “I am looking Welby. forward to joining the team and supporting the work of the Isabelle’s primary role as Archbishop and to working in Chaplain will be to pray for, such a diverse environment, with assist and support the the different communities that Archbishop. She will have live and work in Lambeth. particular responsibility for the pastoral and liturgical dimensions “Part of my role will be to look of his ministry in Lambeth Palace after them and to make sure (and the ) as prayer is the beating heart of the well as managing his publishing Palace. commitments. “I have loved working in the In this month’s issue: Her ministry will also include parish and I will miss that.” supporting the team and members 2 News in brief of the Community of St Anselm Isabelle trained for ordination at and the Chemin Neuf Community St John’s Nottingham. She has 4 Events & information who are based at Lambeth Palace. served in parishes in West Bingham deanery for the last 5 5 Prayer Diary Archbishop Justin said: “I am years at St Giles West Bridgford, delighted to welcome Isabelle to St Paul’s Wilford Hill and most ` 9 Training Courses the team at Lambeth. The recently in Edwalton. Alongside Chaplain is a central part of life parish ministry Isabelle has 11 What’s On here, supporting the Archbishop continued her links with St John’s and the family, maintaining the Continued on page 12 12 Comings & Goings 2 December 16 News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . Diocesan Pilgrimage to Nottingham Walsingham songwriter dusts off lyrics for church use Veteran music man Don Read has had a song he wrote 14 years ago shared on a Church of England website which shares ideas and good practice among clergy and church workers.

The song, titled “Child”, is Don’s lyric to the tune of Bach’s hirty seven people from churches across Southwell & “Air On A G String” and carries Nottingham went on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Walsingham the message that the universal Tfrom Friday 4th to Sunday 6th November. Some were regular child will have the world to Pilgrims and a few had joined for the first time. enjoy when we are gone. It has Dr Richard Clothier said: “All were there to spend time with our Lord been used at several baptism in this Holy Shrine. The quietness of the location helped us to set services and Don received aside our busy lives to experience God’s presence.” feedback from a parent that it The weekend was led by Archdeacon and Canon Mel might be worth sharing more Smith. After meeting up on the Friday the group had a substantial widely. supper and then joined in a Eucharist in the Holy House at the Shrine. So after sending “Child” to the Richard continued: “After breakfast on Saturday, Canon Mel led us in Church of England, it was a Bible study which we all felt was inspiring. We then had free time posted as an Idea on its ‘Church to relax in God’s presence before lunch. In the evening there was a Support Hub’ website, Pilgrims Eucharist in the Shrine Chapel, involving members of the www.churchsupporthub.org, for group. The Pilgrimage Service with a sermon followed supper, and a clergy to consider sharing with procession of our Lady and healing ministries after Benediction. families who may wish to “On Sunday we were able to choose between the Parish Church and include a special song at their St Mary South Creake for the Eucharist. After lunch we prayed and christening event. sang hymns together before the Sprinkling at the Holy Well. We made The song was part of a our way home, refreshed by the Holy Spirit and very well fed.” collaboration with choral arranger Michael Neaum. Don, who is 86, doesn’t read or write Cracking good music but enjoys composing fundraiser lyrics.

Eighty pancakes were flipped at See the idea and hear the song a cracking good social evening by following this link: in aid of St Paul's Worship Group, St Paul's Church, West https://churchsupporthub.org/ide Bridgford, Nottingham, which a/new-lyric-set-classical-music- has raised more than £180 used-baptism/. The choral towards the cost of new musical rendition is by Nottingham’s instruments. Sinfonia Chorale. Niftynotes 3 News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . Ex-footballer is star guest at Volunteer needed Bishops’ sports event for the Friends of he Bishop of Sherwood, the Rt Revd , joined Cathedral Music Dr John Sentamu in welcoming 36 Tdelegates from parishes across the north of England to a Sports This hugely important body, Ministry Day. which sustains the work of choral foundations nationally, Guests at the event included former footballer and manager Joe is seeking a volunteer Royle, now Everton FC’s Professional Development Co-ordinator, representative in the Southwell Carolyn Radford, CEO of Mansfield Town Football Club, and and Nottingham Diocese to Graham Daniels, Director of Christians in Sport. keep the traditions of cathedral worship at the forefront of Bishop Tony Porter, who is the Archbishops’ Sport Ambassador, said: people’s minds. “The purpose of the day was to see sports ministry become part of the DNA of parishes and dioceses in the north of England. The job falls into four areas:

“It was particularly thrilling to hear from Joe Royle and Carolyn to be the point of contact for Radford of the significance of chaplaincy in their work in professional members in the Diocese; football.” recruit new members; The event was held at Bishopthorpe Palace, Yorkshire, the home of Archbishop Sentamu, who said: “Whatever sport you follow or play, to support the current it gives a great opportunity to work towards a common goal and to membership; strive for excellence in the gifts that God has given us. to offer encouragement to “In his letters, the Apostle Paul often uses the discipline and the music team at the dedication needed to excel at sport to help us picture what a life of Minster. discipleship looks like. As Churches we should celebrate all that sport has to offer and its importance in local communities, as well as We invite anyone who feels worshipping the God who has made our enjoyment of sport possible.” that they could fill this ambassadorial role both at the Minster and throughout the diocese to consider offering themselves for this important position.

Any expenses incurred in FCM matters will be reimbursed.

Do please contact: Michael Wiles FCM Diocesan Representative Coordinator, on [email protected] if you think you might be Pictured: Carolyn Radford CEO of Mansfield Town Football Club, interested. Archbishop Sentamu, Bishop Tony Porter, and Joe Royle, Everton FC’s Professional Development Co-ordinator 4 December 16 Events & information. . . Events & information. . . Events & informatio

Sat 3 Dec – Sun 11 Dec 2016 Quiet Days 2017 The programme of Quiet Days at CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL Sacrista Prebend for 2017 is now at finalised. A preliminary version NEWARK PARISH CHURCH of the programme leaflet is available at the House, and a This will be the 9th Tree Festival held in the marvellous setting of glossy version will be released Newark Parish Church later this month. There are fifteen different days organised Over 100 trees are expected which will be decorated by local schools, for next year, ranging from organisations & businesses traditional silent retreats to creative craft days. Opening times: For more information contact: Saturdays: 9.30am - 5pm The Revd Erika Kirk Sundays: 11am - 4.30 Warden, 01636 816833 Weekdays: 10am - 4.30pm email: sacrista_prebend@ btinternet.com Entrance: Adults £2 Children 20p Refreshments, seasonal music, Christmas cards, raffle, stalls

FESTIVAL CAROLS OF PRAISE 11 Dec at 6pm Niftynotes 5 Prayerdiary www.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes

In January we pray for. . . In accordance with the new prayer diary format, schools will be focused on for the months of January, June and September

Sun 01 Jan Naming of Jesus: Today we celebrate with the Holy Family as they offer Jesus to the Lord as their first born. We pray for all babies born today and for their family that they may grow in safety and security and ‘in the knowledge of the Lord’. Kolhapur - (North India) The Rt Revd Bathuel Tiwade

Mon 02 Jan BANK HOLIDAY Kondoa - (Tanzania) The Rt Revd Given Gaula

Tue 03 Jan Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy Headteacher : Heather Gabb Kongor - (Upper Nile, Sudan) The Rt Revd Gabriel Thuch Agoth

Wed 04 Jan Archbishop Cranmer C of E Primary Academy Executive Headteacher : David Maddison Head of School: Kate Watson Kontagora - (Lokoja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Jonah Ibrahim

Thu 05 Jan Bleasby C of E Primary School Headteacher Mrs Ann Town Kootenay - (British Columbia & the Yukon, Canada) The Most Revd John Privett

Fri 06 Jan EPIPHANY The Primary School of St Mary & St Martin, Blyth Headteacher : Alison Richardson

Sat 07 Jan Bramcote Church of England (Aided) Primary School Headteacher : Sarah Meredith Kubwa - (Abuja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Duke Akamisoko

Sun 08 Jan PLOUGH SUNDAY Kuching - (South East Asia) The Rt Revd Bolly Lapok Assistant Bishop of Kuching - (South East Asia) The Rt Revd Solomon Voon 6 December 16 In January we pray for. . . Mon 09 Jan Bulwell St Mary’s C of E Primary School Executive Headteacher : Rebecca Meredith Head of School: Daniel Farthing Kumi - (Uganda) The Rt Revd Thomas Irigei

Tue 10 Jan Bunny C of E School, Nottingham Headteacher : Daniel Rhodes Kushtia - (Bangladesh) The Rt Revd Samuel Mankhin

Wed 11 Jan St Wilfrid’s C of E Primary School, Calverton Headteacher : Ian Bullock Kutigi - (Lokoja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Jeremiah Kolo

Thu 12 Jan Dean Hole Primary School, Caunton Headteacher ; John Dodd Kwara - (Kwara, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Olusegun Adeyemi

Fri 13 Jan Coddington C of E Primary School Headteacher : Tamsin Caputa Kwoi - (Abuja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Paul Zamani

Sat 14 Jan Colwick, St John the Baptist Primary School Headteacher : Chris Belton Lafia - (Abuja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Miller Maza

Sun 15 Jan Our Link Diocese of the Holy Land Kyoto - (Japan) The Rt Revd Stephen Takashi Kochi Kyushu - (Japan) The Rt Revd Luke Ken-ichi Muto

Mon 16 Jan Costock C of E Primary School Headteacher : Jane Mellor Lafia - (Abuja, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Miller Maza Lagos - (Lagos, Nigeria) The Most Revd Ephraim Ademowo

Tue 17 Jan Cotgrave C of E Primary School Headteacher : Craig Moxham Lagos Mainland - (Lagos, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Adebayo Akinde

Wed 18 Jan WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY Cuckney C of E Primary School Headteacher: Lisa Crossland Lagos West - (Lagos, Nigeria) The Rt Revd James Odedeji

Thu 19 Jan Dunham-on-Trent C of E Primary School Headteacher : Julia Wallace Lahore - (Pakistan) The Rt Revd Irfan Jamil Peshawar - (Pakistan) The Rt Revd Humphrey Peters

Fri 20 Jan St Peter’s C of E Academy, East Bridgford Headteacher : David Maddison Lainya - (Loryko, Sudan) The Rt Revd Eliaba Obed Niftynotes 7 In January we pray for. . . Sat 21 Jan St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Edwinstowe Headteacher : Nikki Monks Lake Malawi - (Central Africa) The Rt Revd Francis Kaulanda

Sun 22 Jan All engaged in the Healing Ministry throughout the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham Lake Rukwa - (Tanzania) The Rt Revd Mathayo Kasagara

Mon 23 Jan All Saints Anglican/Methodist Primary School, Elston Headteacher : Lisa Richmond Lango - (Uganda) The Rt Revd John Odurkami

Tue 24 Jan St Peter’s Crosskeys C of E Academy, Farndon Headteacher : Elizabeth Duffell Langtang - (Jos, Nigeria) The Rt Revd Stanley Fube

Wed 25 Jan Farnsfield St Michael’s C of E VA Primary School Headteacher: Tony Walker Lebombo - (Southern Africa) The Rt Revd Carlos Matsinhe Lesotho - (Southern Africa) The Rt Revd Adam Taaso

Thu 26 Jan Gamston C of E Aided Primary School Headteacher : David Fotheringham Leicester - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Martyn Snow Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Leicester - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Christopher Boyle

Fri 27 Jan All Hallows Church of England Primary School, Gedling Headteacher : John Graham Lexington - (IV, The Episcopal Church) The Rt Revd Douglas Hahn

Sat 28 Jan St Peter’s C of E Primary School, Gringley on the Hill Headteacher : Yvonne Reeson Liberia - (West Africa, West Africa) The Most Revd Jonathan Hart

Sun 29 Jan Diocesan Readers (Jackie Johnson, Ministry Development Adviser; Chris Perrett, Warden; Barbara Coleman, Readers & RLM CME Officer) Lichfield - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Michael Ipgrave Lichfield - Shrewsbury - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Mark Rylands Lichfield - Stafford - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Geoffrey Annas Lichfield - Wolverhampton - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Clive Gregory

Mon 30 Jan Gunthorpe Church of England Primary School Headteacher : Martin Armitage Limerick & Killaloe - (Dublin, Ireland) The Rt Revd Kenneth Kearon

Tue 31 Jan Chaplains in Schools Lincoln - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Christopher Lowson Lincoln - Grantham - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd Nicholas Chamberlain Lincoln - Grimsby - (Canterbury, England) The Rt Revd David Court 8 December 16 World links news - Natal www.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes The link

The following article is reproduced from “The Lantern” which is the Parish Magazine of the Church of St John the Baptist, Pinetown, KwaZulu Natal, Republic of South Africa. Edward Pines writes:

t was in 2003 that a link was formally established between Iour Diocese of Natal and the The result of these initial While on a holiday visit to the Diocese of Southwell & discussions was that a group from UK in 2015 Ingrid and I had an Nottingham in England. During St Peter’s congregation came over opportunity to visit the parish in that occasion we at St John’s in in 2013, this group included Revd Ravenshead over a long weekend. Pinetown were included in the Zoe Burton accompanied on this It was great to meet the “team” meetings and discussions that occasion by her husband Nigel. and reconnect with them. I was were held with the visiting teams asked to preach the sermon at the from the UK as to what would During their time with us in main service in St Peter’s on being part of such a ‘link’ Pinetown this group of six were Sunday morning and that evening involve. given an intense exposure to life our host, Tony & Gill Machin, and work in the parish. Ingrid and arranged in their home a “meet & It was much later in 2012 when I provided accommodation on this greet” event which provided a Revd Zoe Burton came to our occasion to Tony Machin, a wonderful opportunity for sharing parish on a placement as part of retired magistrate. The group with The Link. The evening also her training, at this time Zoe was expressed a special interest in the provided a special opportunity to curate in the parish of St Peter’s outreach work being provided by reconnect with Bishop Tony, who situated in Ravenshead. During the people of St John’s to those in was a surprise guest that evening. Zoe’s placement with us in the community suffering from Pinetown she stayed with Ingrid AIDS. It was during this visit of Ravenshead folk have supported and myself in our home and this the parish group from St Peter’s our AIDS outreach by sending out provided opportunities to learn that we discussed in more depth knitted squares that are joined about “what the church was doing as to what could strengthen and together making colourful in the Diocese in which she was enable a formal link between the blankets. They have also provided serving and in particular the small two parishes. The result of these baby clothes. town of Ravenshead”. It was discussion was that we made a following on from this contact decision to formaliseThe Link, For further details about the and sharing that the idea of Tony Machin took on the role of Natal link contact: forming a ‘link’ between our two being the link contact in The Revd Barbara Holbrook, parishes was discussed with the Ravenshead and I took on a (0115 938 3565 email: folk in the parish at Ravenshead. similar role in Pinetown. [email protected] Niftynotes 9 Retreats and quiet days. . . Retreats and quiet days. . . Retreats and Launde Abbey Christmas Youth Confirmation Service 4 February 2017

Young people from across the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham are invited to join together and celebrate their faith in Jesus Christ. Friday, 9th December until Sunday, 11th December Still Before Christmas A 'rite of passage' experience Led by Jonathan Walker that is a great opportunity for Price: £240 those involved to invite and Christmas is coming! Take some time out to listen to what God is share with family and friends. trying to say at this very busy time of year and enjoy some time out from the hustle and bustle of the season. All candidates need to be registered by Friday, 13th January until Sunday, 15th January Wednesday 11th January Epiphany Retreat Led by Revd Chris Webb Friday 13th January SPECIAL FUNDRAISING EVENTS: 7pm for 7.30 start - 9pm Social event at Jubilee House for Christmas Lunches: all candidates 12th-21st December You are invited to a festive lunch with family and friends in the Sunday 29th January comfortable and magical surroundings of Launde Abbey. Enjoy a 4.30-5.30pm three course traditional Christmas lunch for only £15 per person. Meet Bishop Paul at Bishop's Manor Christmas Singalong Evenings 5.30-6.30pm 16th and 17th December Rehearsal at Southwell Minster A popular fundraising evening to share with friends and family. Enjoy a delicious four course gourmet dinner, followed by seasonal Sunday 4th February songs and carols. With Brian Davis on the piano and you on the 7pm vocals! £37.50 per person. Black tie very encouraged! Confirmation Service at Southwell Minster New Years Eve Gala Dinner 31st December All enquiries and informtion See in the New Year in style with a seven course gala dinner, contact: followed by dancing into 2017. £60 per person. Black tie. Dave Keetley youthadviser2@southwell. Launde Abbey, East Norton, Leicestershire LE7 9XB anglican.org Tel: 01572 717254 W: www.laundeabbey.org.uk 07720 511192 Email: [email protected] 10 December 16 What’s On

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2 & 3 St Martin's, Bilborough 'Hidden Treasures': Christmas Craft Fair, 11am–4pm. Email: [email protected] tel. 07929 013 447, www.stmartinsbilborough.org.uk 2 Christmas Tree lighting up at 6pm by the Mayor of Gedling at the Gedling Miners' Memorial, Main Road, Gedling. Followed by refreshments and Christmas songs led by All Hallows School Choir in Gedling Memorial Hall. 3 Quiet Day 'Christians Reflecting Theologically Among Muslims'; A study day with Jacqueline and Jon Hoover. 10am-4pm, Sacrista Prebend. Starts at 9.45am with coffee and ends with tea at 3.45pm. Hot drinks are provided all day - please bring your own sandwiches. A donation of £20 is requested. Further details: 01636 816833, email: [email protected] www.sacristaprebend.wordpress.com 3 Mansfield / Bestwood Choirs. St Mark's Parish Church, Mansfield. Enquiries John Irons 01623 661735. 3-11 Christmas Tree Festival at Newark Parish Church. This will be the 9th Tree Festival held here. It is expected that there will be over 100 trees which will be decorated by local schools, organisations and businesses. Opening times: Saturdays: 9.30am-5pm, Sundays: 11am- 4.30pm, weekdays: 10am-4.30pm. Entrance: Adults £2, Children 20p. Refreshments, seasonal music, Christmas cards, raffle, stalls. Festival Carols of Praise – 11 Dec at 6pm. 3 & 17 "Winter with the Celts" a series exploring Celtic spirituality, led by the Revd. Ian Lambert and Reader colleagues. 10.30 - noon (light refreshments from 10 o'clock) at St Peter's Church, West End, Farndon, NG24 3SG. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair friendly. Further information from, Ian Lambert 07788 171958, Roy Parsons 01636 673422, Jane Johnson 01636 812877. 8 Game On, the Ministry of Sport’s premier monthly sports church community - Chilwell Olympia sports centre, 7.30pm-9pm. Expect 90 minutes of games, interviews, refreshments, quizzes, sporty banter and a sports-related talk on following Jesus, with plenty of opportunity for response and discussion. A perfect evening to invite colleagues, friends or team mates to, who love sport but would decline an invite to mainstream church services. To book contact diocesan Sport Ambassador Rob Taylor on [email protected] More info at www.ministryofsport.org.uk 10 Holly wreath workshop. Make and decorate your very own holly wreath at the Archbishop’s Palace. 10am-12.30pm. £25 per person. Booking is essential. Tickets available via Cathedral Shop. More information: email: [email protected], 01636 812649. 10 Christmas Fair - stalls, Santa's grotto, raffle, tombola, games, hot & cold food. All Saints Church, Annesley. 15,16 Hucknall Team Ministry presents The Hucknall Nativity. 7.30pm, St Mary Magdalene Church. A dynamic, fresh and exciting portrayal of the nativity story, by the community, for the community. Tickets from: the John Godber Centre, Hucknall Library or online at www.ticketsource./co.uk/Hucknallnativity (online booking fee applies). Adults £5, Under 14s £4, Family (2+2) £15. For more information, see Facebook.com/hucknallnativity 16 The Royal Engineers Annual Christmas Concert 7.30pm, St Mary the Virgin & All Souls Parish Church Bulwell. Admission £6 ticket or pay on the door, includes light refreshments. Limited car parking. Please bring a cushion for your comfort. Niftynotes 11

What’s on. . . What’s on. . . What’s on. . . What’s on. . What’s on. . . 16-18 Beeston Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival Friday 16th December(10am-4pm), Saturday 17th December(10am-4pm), Sunday 18th December(2pm-5pm), Monday 19th December (10am -3pm). Seasonal Refreshments available. The church is 2 minutes’ walk from Beeston Centre tram stop. 18 Carols and Readings by Candlelight. 6.30pm, St Mark's Parish Church, Mansfield. 18 Joint Carol Service with Beeston Methodist Church. 6.30pm, St John the Baptist Church, Beeston. 19 Southwell Minster choir association prsents Handel’s Messiah. 7.30pm, Southwell Minster. Alison Rose, soprano, Marta Fontanals-Simmons, mezzo-soprano, Oliver Johnston, tenor, Dingle Yandell, bass. Edward Turner, conductor. Southwell Minster Chorale, Minster Chamber Ensemble. Tickets £15 front nave, £12 mid nave, £10 rear nave, £8 side aisles (unreserved, restricted view), under 18s free (ticket required). Available from the Cathedral Shop 01636 812 933, www.southwellminster.org 23 Cantamus Candlelight Concert. 7.30pm, St Mark's Parish Church, Mansfield,enquiries John Irons 01623 661735. 23 Handel's MESSIAH, 7pm, St Mary Magdalene, Newark. With Alastair Miles (Bass), Robin Blaze (Countertenor), Mark Wilde (Tenor), Emily Rowley Jones (Soprano), Musica Donum Dei Baroque Orchestra, Ferdionand’s Consort, Stephen Bullamore (Director). Tickets priced £45-£15 are be available from www.magdaleneartsfoundation.org from November 1st. 24 Crib & Christingle for all the family. 4pm, St Mark's Parish Church, Mansfield. 24 Midnight Mass by Candlelight. 11.30pm, St Mark's Parish Church, Mansfield. 24 Christingle and Crib Service - 4.30pm, St John the Baptist Church, Beeston. Children welcome. 11.15pm Midnight Mass. 25 Parish Family Celebration - 10am, St John the Baptist Church, Beeston.

Christmas ServicesSaturday 17 Decemberat Southwell Minster Sunday 4 December 7.30pm: Carols for Everyone Saturday 24 December 5pm: Christingle Service Concert Christmas Eve A family service in support of The Tickets are available from the 11am and 2pm: Crib Services Children's Society Cathedral Shop Young children are welcome to dress in Nativity costumes Friday 9 December Sunday 18 December 3.30pm: Festal Evensong 12.15pm: A Ceremony of Carols 6.30pm La Nativité du Seigneur 7pm: Cathedral Carol Service II - Benjamin Britten – Olivier Messiaen 11.15pm: Midnight Mass The Minster Girls' Choir's and Simon Hogan, with meditations harpist Thea Butterworth by Canon Jacqui Jones Sunday 25 December Christmas Day Sunday 11 December Sunday 19 December 8am: Holy Communion with 7.30pm: Carols in the Great Hall 6.30pm Handel's Messiah Carols The Minster Girls' Choir perform Tickets are available from the 9.30am: Family Eucharist a selection of Christmas music. Cathedral Shop. 11.15am: Festal Mattins Tickets are available from the 12.30pm: Holy Communion Minster Centre. Friday 23 December 3.30pm: Evening Prayer with 7pm: Cathedral Carol Service I Carols

Please note the EARLY deadline for the January 2017 issue of Nifty Notes is: 9TH DECEMBER 2016 12 December 16 Comings and Goings. . . Comings and Goings. . . Comings and Goings The Revd Dr John William Bruce Tomlinson at present 0.5 Vicar of St John the Evangelist in Carrington in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham to be Course Director at St John’s School of Mission in Bramcote in the same Diocese. Dr Tomlinson will continue in his 0.5 role as Vicar whilst he works out his notice period. Alongside his parish duties, he will be employed by St John’s School of Mission on a 0.5 basis from 21 November 2016, moving to full time at St John’s by July 2017. This is subject to the completion of legalities and enhanced DBS clearance. The Revd Isabelle Maryvonne Hamley at present Associate Priest, Edwalton, Gamston and Bridgford and Wilford Hill in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham, and Tutor in Biblical Studies at St John’s School of Mission, to be Chaplain to the Archbishop of Canterbury with effect from January 2017. This is subject to the completion of legalities and enhanced DBS clearance. The Revd Kirstine Buchan at present Assistant Curate at All Souls, Radford & St Peter in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham to be Assistant Curate in the Beeston Benefice also in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. Licensing date: 6 November 2016. This is subject to the completion of legalities and enhanced DBS clearance. Follow up The Revd Luiz Henrique De Andrade Lima at present Assistant Curate at St Anne, Worksop and St Mary, Norton Cuckney in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham to become Vicar of Christ Church, Worksop and St Luke’s, Shireoaks in the same Diocese. Subject to the usual legalities. Licensing will take place on 18 January 2017, 7.30pm at Christ Church with Bishop .

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as a Formational Tutor and Tutor in Biblical Studies.

The Bishop of Southwell & Nottingham, the Rt Revd Paul Williams, said: “I am delighted for Isabelle that she has been appointed Chaplain to the Archbishop of Canterbury at an exciting time of growth and opportunity for the Church of England and wider Anglican Communion. She brings a wealth of experience to this role from her years in university chaplaincy, parish ministry and theological education. Isabelle will be an immense asset to the Archbishop’s team.”

Heralding Christmas Isabelle is married to Paul and Southwell Minster they have one young daughter, Saturday 10th December 2016, 7.30pm Aelwen (Senior Choir & Training Choir) Tickets £15 from The Cathedral Shop or Sue Taylor: email: [email protected] or 07519 326180.