The United Benefice of St. Peter’s, Caverswall with St. Andrew’s, Weston Coyney and All Saints, Dilhorne
Magazine: 50p each or £5 per year June 2012 PAGE 2 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Ministers from Winston bury as the current incum- Churchill to David Cam- bent Rowan Williams re- eron. She has worked tires this December. I be- tirelessly to strengthen lieve the Queen has and grow the nations reigned for 60 years and that make up the Com- accomplished so many monwealth. She has trav- things because of her faith elled the world a number in Jesus Christ. The Queen of times as she repre- receives the strength she
Revd Steve Osbourne sents Great Britain needs for all her duties abroad. The Queen is from Jesus because she Dear Parishioners, also a mother and a recognises Him as her King grandmother and obvi- and Sovereign. As you receive this maga- ously loves her growing zine you may have already family very much. How Where do you get your celebrated the Queen's has the Queen managed strength from? From your- Diamond Anniversary or be to do all of the above self, family and friends or about to celebrate it at one since 1952 and much, from God? There are of the many organised much more? many sources of strength events in your area. and life but I believe that Supreme Governor of the most enduring strength Special Services and the Church of Eng- comes from recognising Events land that you have a Sovereign Our three Churches are The Queen is the Su- to serve. Jesus said, "Come having Jubilee Celebration preme Governor of the to me all who are weary rd Services on Sunday 3 June, Church of England, which and I will give you strength with St. Andrew’s having a is mainly a symbolic role and rest". Big Jubilee Lunch with the these days. The Queen, community following their as Supreme Governor, Yours in Christ, service, and St. Peter’s and formally appoints high- Revd Steve Osbourne All Saints taking part in Vil- ranking members of the th lage events on Monday 4 . church on the advice of Please see page 4 for more the Prime Minister of the information about the ser- United Kingdom, who is vices and events. You are all in turn advised by church very welcome to attend. leaders. The Queen, Prime Minister and The Queen Church Leaders are cur- The Queen has dutifully rently engaged in the served her country for 60 process of choosing and years and has met with, appointing a new over the years, 12 Prime Archbishop of Canter- CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 3
All Welcome to join us for Parish Prayers and Mid-Week Communion Parish Communion: Wednesdays, 10am - 11am Parish Prayers: Sundays, 6pm - 7pm & Thursdays, 9.30am - 10.30am All held at St. Andrew’s during term-time. All Welcome! Half-term note: There will be no Parish Prayers on Sunday 3rd June or Thursday 7th June and no Parish Communion on Wednesday 6th June. If you would like anyone or any situation to be prayed for at Parish Prayers, or if you would like any names to be added to the monthly prayer diary, please contact the Parish Office.
Life Groups Please continue to use the Bible Study notes (blank copies available from the Parish Office if required). There will be no Life Groups on Tuesday 5th June due to half-term and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Bank Holiday.
St. Andy’s 4 Points Club Meets Wednesdays 7pm to 8.30pm at St. Andrew’s. Age 10 --- 16 (Y6 to Y11). £1 entry. There will be no Club held on Wednesday 6th June due to halfdue half-half---termtermtermterm
St. Peter’s & St. Andrew’s Gift Day Sunday 24th June A Shared Service is being held at St. Peter’s at 10.30am All Gift Day money raised will go towards urgent maintenance work for the upkeep of St. Andrew’s.
Shared Service between our three Parish Churches Sunday 8th July, 10am at St. Andrew’s Holy Communion & Confirmation Service with the Bishop of Stafford, The Right Reverend Geoff Annas
Please join us for these times of shared praise and prayer Date for your diary… Olympic Fun Day! Saturday 21st July, from 1pm @ St. Andrew’s Stalls, face-painting, mini-olympics… More info to follow. *If you would like to have a stall at the event, please contact Sylvia or the Parish Office* (no fee for table, number available may be limited) PAGE 4 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Please Join Us for One of Our Jubilee Celebration Services on Sunday 3rd June St. Andrew's Church, Weston Coyney at 11am St. Peter's Church, Caverswall at 10.30am All Saints Church, Dilhorne at 10am
The Big Jubilee Lunch Church Sharing with the Community Sunday 3rd June, 12.30pm to 3pm At St. Andrew’s, Weston Coyney Bring & Share Lunch. All Welcome! Finger food. Sign up sheets available at St. Andrew’s and the Parish Office. Children’s Entertainer Hot Corgis! Messy Craft Activities Jubilee Quiz
Jubilee Bells! The Bells in St. Peter’s Church, Caverswall, will be rung to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee on: Tuesday 5th June, 10am - A Quarter Peal Wednesday 6th June, 10am to 1pm - A Full Peal
Jubilee Family Fun Day, Dilhorne Village Hall Monday 4th June, 1pm to 5pm. Free Entry Come along and enjoy a fun filled family community event at Dilhorne Village Hall. Bouncy Castle, local produce, Craft Stalls, Cakes, Refreshments, Barbeque, Interest Groups - All Saints Church Dilhorne, Bowlers, Face Painting, Tombola, bowls taster, Family races, egg and spoon, bean bag race, wheel barrow race and more. Singalong. Free Jubilee mug giveaway from All Saints Church. Programme: 1pm Open; 2.30pm Races and Games; 3.30-4.30pm Singalong For more info.: Caroline Whitehall 01782 392522 / www.dilhorne-recreation-centre.com. Charity number: 522635
Queen’s Jubilee Celebration Caverswall Village Picnic and fun activities for all Monday 4th June, from 12noon onwards at the Village Hall & Playing Field Caverswall Juniors Football Tournament at 11.30am Custom Cars 'Mass' Zumba Caverswall Scouts March and Band Bouncy Castle Face Painting Indoor Tea / Coffee / Soft Drinks Displays by Historical Society / Craft Group / WI B.B.Q AND MORE. For more info.: 01782 395062 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 5
A dozen tenants of Number Ten And twelve the White House has seen Since fifty-two, for that was when Began the reign of our Queen.
And so they come, and so they go The Dame, or titled Knight, Some shone, it seems, an age ago Short as a mayfly’s flight.
Some were good, and some were poor It seems she’s met all sorts! The Queen smiles on, but to be sure – You’ll never guess her thoughts!
“My Government shall this enact”, The Queen’s Speech – sixty times! At Christmas, too, she’s never lacked Encouraging seasonal lines.
Through times of peace and times of strife She’s stood there at the helm, For she has lived her whole long life For the peoples of her realm.
Of this one fact we may depend That few would be the tears If God should choose her life to extend To reign for lots more years!
Well, you can't but admire her. God save the Queen!
By Nigel Beeton PAGE 6 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Welcome Aboard!
We warmly welcome Sylvia to the Church and Community
Hi, I’m Sylvia Fraser and I have recently started in my post as Young People and Community Co-ordinator, based at St. An- drew’s, Weston Coyney, working across the Benefice with Caverswall and Dilhorne.
I was born in Burton-on-Trent, and my family moved to Cheadle when I was ten. I have grown up in a Christian family, my father Catholic and my mother Anglican; she used to be a church secretary before we moved back to the area. I, along with my older brother, attended Painsley RC High School, where my mum became the first lady PTA Chair. After my A-levels at Moorlands 6th Form, I went to the University of Cumbria in Lan- caster (formerly St. Martin’s College) to train as a RE teacher.
During my time in Lancaster my faith became much more active, regularly attending St. Thomas’ church and volunteering a large part of my time, leading youth and children’s groups in addition to helping with further outreach events, such as sharing a meal with the homeless and volunteering with Christian community outreach groups and working alongside Street Pastors to provide tea and coffee on a Saturday night (this project was started by Alice Parry and other members of the 20’s-30’s group at St. T’s).
I got engaged in February 2011 to Daniel, who also studied at Cumbria. We both gradu- ated in July, whereupon I started part-time work in Lancaster and he returned to his par- ents in Devon to work also. We are hoping to both work and settle in the area and look forward to getting married soon after.
Beginning here at St. Andrew’s and within the community has been really enjoyable and I look forward to working alongside staff, volunteers and the church community to inspire and encourage both the young people and the community.
Recently at 4 Points Club, I was able to lead on the point of the Cross. I started with the point that it only takes one step to choose to follow Jesus, before we watched a YouTube clip of a skit of Lifehouse’s Everything. I encourage anyone who can to watch this. It manages to wordlessly explain the difference that letting Jesus into our lives can make.
Let me leave you with this verse from Romans: God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (5:8)
Thank you for welcoming me to the community. I look forward very much to meeting you all and hope our time together will be a huge blessing for everyone, both in the church and the community.
With prayers and best wishes, Sylvia Fraser
If you wish to find out more or chat about ideas you have for the young people and com- munity (Youth work / Messy Church etc), then either pop into Sylvia’s office at St. An- drew’s on Wednesdays from 10am or email Sylvia at: [email protected]
Please continue your prayers for the young people and the community. CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 7 PAGE 8 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
FUNERALS
May 2 Patricia Carol Shufflebotham, aged 64
May 17 Miss Pauline May Green, aged 45 (Burial)
May 28 Wilfred Simcox, aged 78
May 31 Joan Bedson, aged 85
BAPTISMS
May 27 Isaac James Heath
May 27 Odin Steven Howell-Cash
May 27 Max Andrew Leonard Myatt
WEDDINGS
May 26 Paul Philip Rogers & Emma Louise Atkinson
JUNE BIBLE READINGS JULY BIBLE READINGS
Sunday 3 June Sunday 1 July Trinity Sunday 4th Sunday after Trinity Isaiah 6.1-8 2 Corinthians 8.7-15 John 3.1-17 Mark 5.21-43 Sunday 10 June Sunday 8 July 1st Sunday after Trinity 5th Sunday after Trinity Genesis 3.8-15 2 Corinthians 12.2-10 Mark 3.20-35 Mark 6.1-13 Sunday 17 June Sunday 15 July 2nd Sunday after Trinity 6th Sunday after Trinity Ezekiel 17.22-24 Ephesians 1.3-14 Mark 4.26-34 Mark 6.14-29 Sunday 24 June Sunday 22 July 3rd Sunday after Trinity 7th Sunday after Trinity Job 38.1-11 Ephesians 2.11-22 Mark 4.35-41 Mark 6.30-34, 53-56 Sunday 29 July 8th Sunday after Trinity Ephesians 3.14-21 John 6.1-21 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 9
Dear Friends,
Habakkuk 3:17-18 says, “Though the fig tree does not blossom and there is no fruit on the vines, [though] the product of the olive fails and the fields yield no food, though the flock is cut off from the fold and there are no cattle in the stalls, Yet I will rejoice in the Lord; I will ex- ult in the [victorious] God of my salvation!” AMP
All of us face challenges and obstacles in this life. We have dreams in our hearts and, at times, it looks like they’re not going to come to pass. During these difficult seasons, we have a choice. We can either get negative and discouraged and talk about how things are not going to work out, or we can switch over into praise and thanksgiving which opens the door for God to move on our behalf.
A lot of times people think, “I’ll have a good attitude as soon as I get over this health issue.” “I’ll give God praise when I get through these tough times.” But that’s not how faith works. As long as we’re negative, discouraged and focused on our problems, it limits what God can do. You’ve got to give God praise first - in advance, and then the breakthrough will come. You’ve got to change your focus first, and then things will change in your favour. Praise always precedes the victory.
Today, if you’ve been dwelling on the wrong things and focusing in the wrong direction, switch over into praise and thanksgiving. Begin to proclaim it that God is good. Declare that He is faithful. Shout out His praises and open the door to victory in every area of your life!
Why not pray, “Heavenly Father, today I humbly come before You, lifting You up and magnifying Your holy name. Thank You for Your goodness and faithfulness in my life. I bless You and honour You for Your goodness in Jesus’ name. Amen!”
Be blessed. George & Joyce
P.S. Please pray for me as I prepare to speak at a Youth Camp in Dehradun and then at a conference in Goa. Thank you so much.
If you would like to submit an article for the next Magazine, please submit as soon as possible before Thursday 21st June. PAGE 10 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Dear Children,
My nieces Imogen and Tilly have a new pet. It is a beau- tiful green budgie with a bright yellow head and throat. If you remember, their Dad had decided that they would not have any more pets after their rabbits died suddenly, but he relented after one of his work col- leagues offered him a budgie. You can imagine the ex- citement when Dad arrived home with the budgie in a big wide cage. He also had a bag full of interesting items for the budgie. There were two wooden perches, a tiny swing, a feeder and water dispenser as well as a mirror, a ball for him to play with and a seed bell for the bird to peck at.
As the two girls gazed at their new pet, Dad said "Don't frighten him, talk quietly to him and let him settle in with us. He is "finger trained", which means that soon he will perch on your finger and you will be able to stroke his feathers." Seven year old Imogen had lots of questions to ask. The first one was "What shall we call him?" After a few suggestions they decided to call the budgie "Bobby". Next Imogen wanted to know if Bobby would be happy living in a cage. She remembered how her rabbits could run freely around the garden. Dad explained that Bobby could be let out of his cage every day providing all windows and doors were closed.
After a few weeks Bobby was part of the family! Imogen and Tilly looked for- ward to the "fun" part, when Bobby would fly about the spacious living room and perch on one of their shoulders. They talked to him when he was on his perch and one day they could not believe their ears when he said "Pretty Bobby". At night they put a cloth over the cage, so that they could all get some sleep!
Every afternoon when Imogen returned from school, she would go and talk to Bobby. He would fly to the edge of the cage so that she could touch him. One day however, when she ran to the cage, Bobby was missing. "Mum!" she shouted, "Where is Bobby?" "Where is Bobby?" echoed three year old Tilly. Mum rushed into the room and could not believe that the cage was empty, but she could see that the cage door was open and the bird had flown! CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 11 Someone had not fastened the door properly. Imogen and Tilly began to cry. Mum began looking in all the rooms. She had been at work that morning and knew that all the win- dows were closed. There was no sign of Bobby downstairs so the girls followed Mum upstairs and first looked in their bed- room. There was a chirp and a fluttering of feathers as they spied Bobby sitting on their window sill. He flew to Imogen and perched on her shoulder. "Thank goodness we have found you", she said. "Pretty Bobby" said the budgie and they all laughed.
We all have that feeling of happiness when someone or something lost is found again. In the Bible, Jesus tells us what joy it brings to God our heavenly Father when a person who is lost and gone astray, is found again by Him. He is always there ready to forgive and to rejoice. You can read about the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin and the Lost (Prodigal) Son, all in Luke's Gospel, Chapter 15. All are very special stories about God's love.
God bless you all, Uncle Jim
Pads and Panties Appeal We are collecting sanitary towels and pants for Feed the Children, Uganda and Kenya, for young girls aged 13 to 16, all orphaned children. We will be collecting until the second week in July. Please bring your donations to St. Andrew’s and support this important appeal. Many thanks.
SERVICES AT ALL SAINTS, DILHORNE
JUNE JULY
Sunday 3 June Sunday 1 July 10.00 a.m. Jubilee Celebration Service 10.00 a.m. Family Service Sunday 10 June Sunday 8 July 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion by Extension Shared Holy Communion & Confirmation Sunday 17 June Service at St. Andrew’s at 10.00 a.m. 10.00 a.m. Morning Prayer & Baptism Sunday 15 July Sunday 24 June 10.00 a.m. Morning Prayer 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion Sunday 22 July 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion by Extension Sunday 29 July 10.00 a.m. Joint Service with Methodist Church at All Saints PAGE 12 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Down 1 ‘Assyria’s pride will be brought down and — sceptre will pass away’ (Zechariah 10:11) (6) 2 ‘And Jesus grew in wisdom and stat- ure, and in — with God and men’ (Luke 2:52) (6) 3 The descendants of Esau (Genesis 36:9) (8) 4 The components of the crown that Je- sus was made to wear before his crucifix- ion (John 19:2) (6) 5 Colour of cloth which was to cover holy objects in the tabernacle when moving camp (Numbers 4:6–12) (4) Across 6 One of the gold articles plundered 8 Laban complained he had not been allowed from the Midianites offered to the Lord to kiss them when Jacob fled with his family by the Israelite army ‘to make atone- (Genesis 31:28) (13) ment’ (Numbers 31:50) (6) 9 In favour of (3) 7 ‘The fathers have eaten sour grapes, 10 ‘The child’s father and mother — at what was and the children’s teeth are set — — said about him’ (Luke 2:33) (9) ’ (Jeremiah 31:29) (2,4) 11 Swagger (Psalm 12:8) (5) 12 Ate (anag.) (3) 13 ‘Terrors — him on every side and dog his every 14 ‘We ourselves... groan inwardly as we step’ (Job 18:11) (7) wait eagerly for our — as sons’ (Romans 16 Bay bits (anag.) (7) 8:23) (8) 19 Preach, address an audience, speak in public 15 Abram’s nephew (Genesis 14:12) (3) (5) 16 Rupture (Job 30:14) (6) 22 Holy Communion (9) 17 ‘Yet to all who received him... he 24 ‘On their way to — out the land, Joshua in- gave the right to — children of structed them, “Go and make a survey of the God’ (John 1:12) (6) land”’ (Joshua 18:8) (3) 18 ‘I... asked him the true meaning of all 25 Joseph advised Pharaoh to appoint these to — . — he told me and gave me the in- administer his grain storage plan (Genesis 41:34) terpretation of these things’ (Daniel 7:16) (13) (4,2) 20 Military units (Exodus 14:20) (6) 21 ‘Joseph her husband was a righteous man and did not want to — her to pub- lic disgrace’ (Matthew 1:19) (6)
23 Diva (anag.) (4)
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Eucharist. 24, Map. 25, Commissioners. DOWN: 1, Egypt’s. 2, Favour. 3, Edomites. 4, Thorns. 5, Blue. 6, Arm- 6, Blue. 5, Thorns. 4, Edomites. 3, Favour. 2, Egypt’s. 1, DOWN: Commissioners. 25, Map. 24, Eucharist.
ACROSS: 8, Grandchildren. 9, Pro. 10, Marvelled. 11, Strut. 13, Startle. 16, Babysit. 19, Orate. 22, 22, Orate. 19, Babysit. 16, Startle. 13, Strut. 11, Marvelled. 10, Pro. 9, Grandchildren. 8, ACROSS: Answers: Answers: CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 13
ST. PETER’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND AIDED PRIMARY SCHOOL SCHOOL LANE, CAVERSWALL, ST11 9EN ACTING HEADTEACHER: MRS SUE MOORE, TEL: 01782 393118
The SATs are finally over and Year 6 are looking forward to their final few weeks at St. Peter’s. The end of SATs week was celebrated with party food and a ‘Year 6 has got Talent’ compe- tition. It was certainly very entertaining! Year 6 are currently busy learning their lines and rehearsing for the summer per- formance of ‘Treasure Island.’
The whole school has enjoyed getting ready for a very special visi- tor – Bishop Geoff Annas, Bishop of Stafford. He came to lead our morning worship and dedicate the new staff room, which is finally finished. The children were very excited about seeing Bishop Geoff again - he spoke to the children about ‘Blessings’ and then cut the ribbon to officially open the new Staff room.
Members of our Art Club, aided by Miss Vickers and Mrs Moss, have been working hard to create a Jubilee-themed work of Art to be submitted to the village Jubilee Committee. I can’t divulge too much information - it is a competition entry - but it is fantastic and will be on display in St. Peter’s Church very soon.
On the theme of Jubilee, we are hoping the sun will shine on the day of our school cele- bration. The theme is red, white and blue and we are eager to see what outfits the children come up with. We have planned a street party celebration and lots of fun ac- tivities.
After such a busy half-term both staff and children are ready for their half term Bishop Geoff is pictured with Mr Adrian break, after which we will look forward to Dipple, our previous Headteacher, Rev visits from the new children who will be Steve Osbourne and Mrs Suzanne Moore joining us in September.
Mrs Suzanne Moore, Acting Headteacher
The Jubilee art work from St. Peter’s CE Primary School, and pieces of art from other local schools, will be on display at the Jubilee Celebration Service at St. Peter’s Church, Caverswall, on Sunday 3rd June at 10.30am. PAGE 14 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
Gift of a Memorial Bench at St. Peter’s Church, Caverswall
Our many thanks to Peter Eddowes who has arranged for the instalment of a bench at St. Peter’s Church in memory of his ancestral family, including Rev. William Eddowes, who was a former Vicar at Caverswall. The bench has been recently been installed by the porch door, next to an existing bench which is also being restored.
The brass plate inscription reads as follows: In memory of the Rev. William Eddowes, Vicar of Caverswall 1805-1824. Dedicated also to members of the Eddowes family residing in Peter Eddowes with the Dilhorne, Caverswall and Forsbrook 1698-1947. Eddowes memorial bench Presented by Peter Eddowes April 2012.
There is also a memorial stone to the Eddowes family visible in the Church kitchen, in memory of the Rev. William Eddowes of St. John’s College, Cambridge (d. 30 June 1824, aged 65), his wife, Elizabeth Eddowes (d. 30 November 1811, aged 57) and their two daughters, Mary (d. 20 January 1814, aged 24) and Elizabeth (d. 21 April 1814, aged 25).
Many thanks also to David Beardmore, Alan Hawkins and David Walklett for their help in installing the bench and clearing the grounds.
Thank you for all your kind donations to Lukehanyo Orphanage, Mufilini Village, just outside Cape Town in South Africa. Over £600 was raised and the orphanage have been able to buy a washing machine with the money sent. Audrey, a trained phar- macist and trainee doctor at the local hospital who provides the children with medi- cines when she visits, has written to say: “We got them an AWESOME Speed Queen ‘heavy duty’ washing machine. So, I am quite sure it will last for ages! It couldn't have come at a better time. Everyone was very sad about little Tshwarelo passing away [a young boy who was blind and with cerebral palsy who had been in their care]. But, the washing machine had them very excited! The kids were so excited - they all ran off to the room to get their dirty clothes and couldn't wait to see the washing ma- chine in action. Ester, Christine and Phumeza (now known as the 'Washing Manage- ment Team’) were over the moon! They also have enough washing powder to last them a while! Thank you SO much again for all the donations. It certainly would not have been possible without your help!”. Please keep Audrey, Ester, who runs the home, and all the children and staff in your prayers. Barbara Colclough CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 15
Dilhorne Endowed C.E. (VA) Primary School
‘Growing in faith and learning’
Executive Headteacher: Mr. J. M. Eccles. Godley Lane, Dilhorne, Staffordshire. ST10 2PF Tel: 01538 723568. E-mail: [email protected]
New Celebrations at Dilhorne Endowed Primary
On Thursday 24th May, the children and parishioners came together for the first time to celebrate Holy Communion in the school hall. Rev. Linda lead the congregation in wor- ship, with Koharu, Lucy, Courtney and Grant reading from the book of John and Jas- mine, James W, David and Iona reading their very own Prayers of Intercession. Pupils, parishioners and parents came together for this spiritually uplifting occasion and for the fascinated children to experience the Holy Communion service ‘up-close and personal’.
The school and church plan to celebrate Holy Communion on the 4th Thursday of every month during term-time, alternating venues from school to church. The intention is to provide the children with a greater understanding of our Christian faith and encourage them to embark on their own spiritual journey.
George (aged 9): “I liked the hymns we sang. I also liked when Rev. Linda gave us the chance to taste the bread after the service. It tasted just like normal bread!”
Helaina (aged 8): “I enjoyed the quiet time, but I also enjoying singing the hymns. It was strange when Rev Linda touched us on the head to bless us, strange nice”.
Mr. Jared Eccles (Executive Headteacher) said, “The occasion was very special for all who attended. It is wonderful for the children to be involved in leading this special act of worship. Everyone is welcome to join us at All Saints Church, Dilhorne, at 2.30pm on Thursday 28th June for the next service”.
Ester (in headscarf) and some of the children and staff at Lukehanyo with the new washing machine PAGE 16 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
When I was in the Boy Scout movement I used to attend meetings with the ‘Top Brass’ where we would have discussions on the movement and try to look at what we were about; what the future holds, and how it would continue to develop. Changes in the uniform for instance. We also used to re- examine what we were trying to achieve and how we were doing it. In discussing the Investiture of a boy, we went through the Scout Laws and Promise that each Lad was expected to agree to. The Third Scout Law was ‘A Scout Obeys orders of his’…etc... without question: I never liked this one. I used to tell my lads that Parents and Teachers, Scoutmasters and Policemen may be ok but I pointed out that obeying orders without question would be dependant on who is giving the orders, and sometimes what those orders were. Of course, the Nur- emburg Trials of Nazi War Criminals was on my mind, where German Military and Camp guards had committed unspeakable atrocities using ‘they were obey- ing orders’ as an excuse.
We, who are older, remember the Horror of the scenes of absolute evil at the end of the war. Photos of piles of corpses appearing in the Newspapers and Cinema screens (there was no television). I suppose that the History Channel in reproducing these awful times in our living history has lost the impact on the younger generation, who, if they see them at all, would pass off these events as past history and of no importance now. In being called up to do my National Service I never forgot these events that happened when I was younger. So I have grown to be wary and even sceptical about authority. I may even be rude to those in authority who don’t live up to my expectations, and of those with Political positions; I write and tell them so. I was even asked to attend a meeting of the Police and it was an assembly of officers and a magistrate who demanded that I leave the Neighbourhood Watch because I had written to the Home Secretary. I told them what they could do and that I don’t apologise, if I do not get satisfaction then I will always go to the top. I think that I was right and naturally I still think that I am.
In the army, I developed a poor impression of most of the British Army Offi- cers, although I was recommended for WOSBY (war office selection board Offi- cer training). I considered ‘signing on’ but no; I am my own man and passed that one. Later, working in a rather complicated industry, going all over the world on a variety of assignments, I always preferred to go alone. I am not a team man, which is probably why I find all ‘sport’ a bore. I can’t stand any sport or team game. Of course I can work with people if I have to, and agree that we should all pull together. This means that sometimes I do things or at- tend things that I would not choose to, except that I think I should, from a sense of duty. I don’t care for much of the Happy Clappy Hymns that are be- coming prevalent and I hate screaming Gospel Singers, but I suppose that they mean well, if it brings in the people, and increases the dwindling congregation, then I am willing to put up with it; as opposed to actually ‘joining in’. CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 17 “Give unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s”, St. Matthew records Jesus as saying, so our Vicar is in charge with his own ideas and I hope that it works, so we must help the leader to develop his ideas in this ever changing world, for the greater good and so as not to be divisive. Vicars, Teachers and Doctors have to deal with the most difficult commodity in the world, people. I suppose Members of Parliament also have the problem, people think that they could do a better job than the MPs. I’m sure that I could….?
Humble pie is a difficult meal and certainly does not hold easy with me. United we stand, divided we fall. Hold hard and don’t rock the boat too much. Read the Book, life’s a rocky ride. Enjoy the Queen’s Jubilee and you can splice the main brace on this occasion. I will. Fred Hall
“No, I do NOT believe you are the UK Olympic Synchronised Swimming Team with nowhere to train! Out of my baptistry NOW!!”
SERVICES AT ST. ANDREW’S, WESTON COYNEY
JUNE JULY
Sunday 3 June Sunday 1 July 11.00 a.m. Jubilee Celebration Service 10.00 a.m. Morning Prayer Sunday 10 June Sunday 8 July 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion by Extension 10.00 a.m. Shared Holy Communion Sunday 17 June & Confirmation Service 10.00 a.m. Family Service Sunday 15 July Sunday 24 June 10.00 a.m. Family Service *Gift Day* Sunday 22 July Shared Holy Communion Service at 10.00 a.m. Holy Communion St. Peter’s Church, Caverswall at 10.30 a.m. Sunday 29 July 10.00 a.m. Morning Prayer Parish Communion will also be held at St. Andrew’s at 10am every Wednesday during term-term. All Welcome! Half-term Note: There will be no Parish Prayers on Sunday 3rd June or Thursday 7th June and no Parish Communion on Wednesday 6th June. PAGE 18 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
The Persecuted Church
Iran - Government Tracks Christians - Source: Mohabat News The Ministry of Intelligence has ordered the leaders of a Christian church in Tehran to submit the names and national identification numbers of its mem- bers to authorities. Viewed as an attempt to deter Christians from attending church, the order will reveal the identity of Christian converts and enable se- curity authorities to record detailed information about Christians. Although this most recent restriction will make church attendance riskier, previous re- strictions have failed to decrease the rate of Christian conversions. Last Feb- ruary, the Ministry of Intelligence banned Farsi services at the only two churches holding Farsi services on Friday, when most people are off work. Pray that this most recent restriction will fail to hinder the spread of the gos- pel in Iran. Acts 12:24
Laos - Mother Expels Children from Home - Source: VOM Contacts An 18-year-old boy and 20-year-old girl have been expelled from their home because of their Christian faith. When their mother became extremely ill, vil- lage elders claimed that the spirits were displeased because the two Christian children were living in the house. An older son tried to persuade his brother and sister to recant their faith, but they refused. Their mother then accused them of hating their older brother and wishing him dead. She threw their be- longings out of the house and told them to leave. The two Christians immedi- ately moved to a Christian village where they originally heard the gospel, and they were welcomed with open arms. Pray for these two brave Christians as they begin a new life away from their family. Luke 21:16
Indonesia - Churches Forced to Close - Source: Compass Direct News Seventeen churches were forced to close in early May after the election of a hard-line Islamic governor in Indonesia’s Aceh Province. The churches were closed under a controversial agreement that Christians signed in 2001, stat- ing that only one church and four chapels would be allowed. Because building permits have been routinely denied or delayed, many Christians worship in houses and other buildings. There are reportedly 12,000 Christians living in this area. Pray for continued growth despite the number of churches being closed. Psalm 9:10
North Africa - VOM Project Pray for the printing and distribution of 2,000 copies of the Bible in one of the main languages of people in a severely restricted area.
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St. Andy’s 4 Points Club - Church Youth Group Meets Wednesdays during term-time Young at Heart 7pm to 8.30pm at St. Andrew’s. Held on the last Friday of the month, 2.30pm - 4pm. Age 10 - 16 (Y6 to Y11). £1 entry. All senior citizens welcome. Please see Fred Hall, Barbara Colclough or contact the Church Office for more details. The next meeting will be held on Friday 29th June. St. Andrew's with St. Peter's Pre-School For 2-5 years olds. Monday to Friday, 9.30am until The Ladies’ Fellowship 12noon for 2 year olds and until 12.30pm for 3-5 The next meeting will be held on Monday 18th June year old funded places. Some funding also at 2pm in the Sonbeams' Room. Come along and available for 2 year olds. The Foundation Stage join us for a pleasant afternoon amongst friends. Curriculum is followed. For more info., please Leader: Sheila Hall, Tel. 01782 312901. contact the Pre-School on 01782 314270 (9-1, M-F).
Parents & Toddlers Cuppa and Comfort A friendly and informal group. Meets Mondays If you would like to meet with others who are 1-2.30pm during term time. For more info., please bereaved to chat informally over a cup of coffee contact Toni on 01782 314270 (M-F, 9-1). and receive support and friendship, join us on the 1st Thursday of every month at 10.30am. Rainbows (part of Girl Guides) Meets on Wednesdays, 6-7pm (term time only). Model Railway Club Girls are welcome between the ages of 5-7 years. Open to anybody enthusiastic about trains. Meets For more info., please contact Lisa Gibben on every Monday, 7.30-9.30pm. All welcome. For 01782 370274. more info., please contact Phil on 01782 397821. Brownies Blythe Bridge Water Colour Society - Art Class Tuesdays, 6.30-7.45pm (term-time only). Girls are Wednesdays, 2-4pm. Places now available. welcome between the ages of 7-10 years. For For more info., please contact Irene Roston on more info., please contact Carol on 01782 318413. 01782 212771. Guides 3rd Caverswall Guide Unit meets on Mondays, Weightwatchers 7-8.30pm (term-time only). Girls are welcome Thursdays 6.30pm-7.30pm. For more info., please between the ages of 10-15 years. Enquiries to contact Liz Archibald on 01782 397349. Andrea Smith through the Church Office please.
Senior Section (Rangers) Zumba Fitness (Dance Aerobics) Senior Section meet on Mondays, Thursdays, 8.15pm-9pm, £3.50 per session. 7-8.30pm (term-time only). Girls are welcome For more info., please contact Tracy on between the ages of 14-25 years. Enquiries to 0780 823 2683 Andrea Smith through the Church Office please.
Caverswall & Cookshill Women’s Institute Meets in the in Caverswall Village Hall on the 1st Wednesday of the month at 7.15pm. We offer Weston Coyney Flower Club good company, good speakers, good food and The next meeting of the Flower Club will be held much, much more. Visitors are most welcome. on Tuesday 12th June at 7.30pm in the Village Hall, Princess Drive, Weston Coyney. There will be a presentation of Fashion and Flowers courtesy of Weston Coyney Women’s Institute Edinburgh Woollen Mill. All welcome. Meetings held on the third Tuesday in the month For more details contact at 7.30pm in Weston Coyney Village Hall. Gay: 01782 263215 or Sylvia: 01782 315274. Visitors £2.00. Tel. 01782 327598. 17 July: Mrs Kathleen Pointon - ‘Liquid Embroidery’
For more details, please contact the above numbers or call into or contact the Church Office: 01782 312570 / [email protected] PAGE 20 CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST
St. Andrew’s with St. Peter’s Pre-School Offering Learning Through Play Monday to Friday 9.30am – 12.30pm Fully experienced and qualified staff St. Andrew’s Church Centre Weston Road, Weston Coyney Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6HB Charity No. 1054138 Tel.: 01782 314270
OFSTED Registered Pre-School Places for Children aged 2 to 5 years old
Free sessions available for 2 year olds Subject to availability if you receive one of the following: • Income Support • Income Based Jobseekers Allowance • An income-related employment and support allowance • Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 • The Guarantee element of State Pension Credit • Child Tax Credit, provided you are not entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual income (as assessed by HM Revenue & Customs) that does not exceed £16,190
Free sessions available for 3 & 4 year olds
SERVICES AT ST. PETER’S, CAVERSWALL
JUNE JULY
Sunday 3 June Sunday 1 July 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 10.30 a.m. Jubilee Celebration Service 10.30 a.m. Family Service Sunday 10 June Sunday 8 July 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion by Extension 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 10.30 a.m. Family Service & Thanksgiving Shared Holy Communion & Confirmation Sunday 17 June Service at St. Andrew’s at 10.00 a.m. 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion Sunday 15 July 10.30 a.m. Holy Communion 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion Sunday 24 June 10.30 a.m. Holy Communion *Gift Day* Sunday 22 July 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 10.30 a.m. Shared 10.30 a.m. Morning Prayer Holy Communion Service Sunday 29 July 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 10.30 a.m. Holy Communion by Extension CAVERSWALL, DILHORNE & WESTON COYNEY POST PAGE 21
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Vicar The Revd Steve Osbourne, 8 Vicarage Crescent, Caverswall, ST11 9EW 079720 99941 / 01782 388037
Curate Reverend Linda Lucking [email protected] 01782 312570
Young People & Community Co-ordinator Miss Sylvia Fraser [email protected] 01782 312570
Lay Readers Mr Terry Bagguley, Green Man House, Caverswall 01782 395457 Mr David Beardmore, 8 Lockwood Close, Kingsley Holt 01538 751828 Mr Nigel Macdonald 01782 312570 Mrs Marlene Ferns 01782 312570 (Emeritus) Mrs Brenda Lovatt
ST. PETER’S & ST. ANDREW’S PCC CONTACTS Church Wardens Mrs Elizabeth Beardmore, 8 Lockwood Close, Kingsley Holt 01538 751828 Mrs Chris Lomax, 69 Coupe Drive, Weston Coyney 01782 314512 Tower Captain Mr Tim Beardmore 01782 312570 Treasurer Mrs Yvonne Bagguley, Green Man House, Caverswall 01782 395457 Secretary Mrs Hazel Beardmore, C/O Parish Office 01782 312570 Stewardship Mr Bob Yeomans, 14 Hester Close, Longton 01782 322059
ALL SAINTS, DILHORNE PCC CONTACTS Church Wardens Mrs Audrey Salt, 19 Greenwood Rd, Forsbrook 01782 394947 Mrs Isobel Nichols, Homeland Farm, Dilhorne 01782 396326 Tower Captain Mr Albert Degg 01782 392841 Treasurer Mr Kenneth Ray, C/O Parish Office 01782 312570 Secretary Mrs Caryl Laffey, C/O Parish Office 01782 312570
PARISH MAGAZINE Editor Revd Steve Osbourne 079720 99941 / 01782 388037 Distribution Mrs Christine Lomax, 69 Coupe Drive, Weston Coyney 01782 314512
ST. PETER'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND AIDED SCHOOL Acting Headteacher: Mrs Sue Moore, St. Peter's CE Aided School, School Lane, Caverswall, ST11 9EN 01782 393118 Email: [email protected]
DILHORNE ENDOWED CHURCH OF ENGLAND VOLUNTARY AIDED PRIMARY Headteacher: Mr Jared Eccles, Godley Lane, Dilhorne, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST10 2PF 01538 753168 Email: [email protected]
PARISH OFFICE – Monday to Friday, 9.30am to12.30pm Please use these hours, if possible, for routine enquiries regarding baptisms, weddings and general administration. The clergy are always glad to be available in matters of urgency or by appointment for times of private counsel or pastoral care.
Parish Office Administrators: Mrs Janice Buxton & Miss Ruth Bell St. Andrew's Church and Centre, 375 Weston Road, Weston Coyney, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6HB Tel: 01782 312570 (24hour answer phone) Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.allsaintsstandrewsstpeters.btck.co.uk
Parish Magazine Editor: Revd Steve Osbourne, 8 Vicarage Crescent, Caverswall, Staffordshire Moorlands, ST11 9EW Phone: 01782 388037 / 079720 99941 Email: [email protected]
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