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Mailing - December 2019

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1. Nifty Notes

2. Ministry Vacancies

3. DAC 2020 Annual letter

Niftynotes news & information from the Diocese www.southwell.anglican.org DECEMBER 2019 Compiled by Nicola Mellors email: [email protected] Round the world cyclist welcomed home dventurous cyclist Robert Cleave was welcomed Ahome in October after an 18,000 mile round-the-world-ride by his , family and friends – and . Sixty-four year-old Robert, who attends St Michael’s Church in Bramcote, completed his epic 18 month journey to raise money for three charities which are close to his heart.

Grandchildren Lucy and Maggie, and his son and daughter, Betty and James cycled the last leg with Theological College) which led Traidcraft are beneficiaries of the him - from to me to be a Christian in the trip, and Cancer Research, as his Bramcote Park - along with the world.” This was then developed Continued on page 2 Revd Steve Silvester. as a lay person; he was South Deanery Lay Robert, who worked in IT at Chair for 19 years, on Diocesan In this month’s issue: Boots for 40 years, comes from a Synod, and Bishop’s Council for Christian family – and made his 12 years. 2 New in brief own personal faith commitment in 6th form. For the past 10 years Robert has 4 Events and information been involved with young “It was a gradual conversion.. and Prayer diary peoples’ work. 5 suffused every aspect of my life,” says Robert. “It wasn’t that I felt ` 8 World links news He started as a Traidcraft Rep at called in a specific direction – St Michael’s and the work is still though I did do an Extension 10 What’s On going on through others – Studies Course (a distance including his wife, Christine. learning course at St John’s 12 Comings & Goings

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@SouthwellandNottingham 2 December 19 News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . Continued from page 1 Christian art – it’s wonderful to His favourite countries were India see the differences from here in and China. “So different and mother died from the disease four the UK and to be able to worship contradictory – ‘in your face’ - I years ago. He added BREAD to with other Christians, also seeing was never bored. Not many speak his charities – which works with what their issues were e.g, English off the tourist trail in the village of Berega in Tanzania Thailand working with refugees China, where I came across the – the local church, hospital and from Myanmar and Arizona/New recently discovered tomb of an schools. “We have been out there Mexico with immigrants from emperor from 2,000 years ago – and seen what’s happening due to Mexico – I couldn’t always Guang Zhou – who was buried in drought economic problems understand them but it added to a jade suit.” etc….It’s a small charity which the fun.” can make big changes to the Other interesting experiences people there.” Funds raised so far Robert attended a Greek included being in a Sydney are £23,000. Orthodox service in Thessaloniki church when it happened to be and spent 10 days there, after a ‘National Sorry Day’ – when they The intrepid traveller planned the gear cable wore through – which say sorry for what happened to 18,452 mile route across 29 was a different length locally so the Aborigines. Also in Canada, countries according to the level of he had to wait for a replacement whilst attending anti-slavery risk – which he found on the from the UK. “It felt more like a events, he went to see Uncle Foreign Office website. He performance – with stuff being Tom’s Cabin on Walpole Island decided to jump the ‘riskier’ done ‘to you’ by the priest and near Toronto which belonged in places; he cycled to Europe and choir, lots of incense and icons; it real life to a former slave called Istanbul but flew over the Middle was quite theatrical,” he says. Henson - and his house is now a East to India and on from there. . museum. In Australia he cycled from Perth 1,000 miles from the finish his to Sydney but took a train across bike broke while in the car Robert lost 2.5 stone on his 200 miles of the arid Nullabor manufacturing city of Detroit – journey but is now starting to Plain as there was nothing there where he went round the factories gain weight – as he’s not cycling to provide rest and recuperation. - including a special tour of for six or seven hours per day! Henry Ford’s first factory, when “It was harder for Christine as she Prior to setting off, Robert broke they heard about his trip. loves doing interesting stuff… his shoulder in a car accident and but she came out seven times to also had to have his right hip He explains: “Suddenly the see me – so lots of holidays – replaced. He needed a knee saddle came off in my hand… the every time I went somewhere she support for his left knee due to frame had broken where the wanted to visit.” These included extra wear and tear throughout saddle connects to the frame via a Bordeaux; Spain (where they had the journey – and was aware of metal tube (see below). A local a family holiday); Athens; prayer from home which, he says bike shop helped mend it as a Istanbul to Bangkok (where their thankfully, helped him get temporary solution with gorilla daughter joined them and through. tape – which got me through the provided the music for the last 1000 miles.” Christingle service – and Robert He also developed a chest rode his bike down the aisle to be infection in Rajasthan – the most interviewed by the vicar). After polluted state in India - and had to China they flew back to the UK stop cycling for five days. to see their first grandson and He visited lots of churches and they celebrated their 40th around the world to wedding anniversary in experience them. “There’s a Chicago… and Japan. staggering variety and richness of Continued on page 3 Niftynotes 3 News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . News in brief. . . Continued from page 2 and written in felt tip (see below). whilst drying and he left the other Luggage consisted of two paniers in a hotel – so Christine Robert took 45,000 photos and at the back allowing 15kg of stuff replenished his supply – plus new made 400 videos. As he hit the for 18 months…plus a small tyres when required - in the post. 18000 mile mark at OSAKA handlebar panier for his phone, Castle in Japan he did a live - wallet, torch etc.. There were various random acts stream. His favourite photo is of of kindness – including a lady himself at that point with a sign He took three pairs of underpants who approached him in a park in made from towels from the hotel but lost two pairs en route! One Australia and gave him a bottle of pair blew off the back of the bike ice cold water – and then returned with a home-made fruit cake.

Robert now plans to give talks about his trip to schools, scout groups etc… but as for another long distance cycle trip in the future….?

He says: “Christine’s going to have me on a short leash now! It’s been absolutely brilliant – I can’t understand why more people don’t do it!” More photos here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/so uthwellandnottingham/albums/72 157711447982276 New Warden of Readers appointed ay Reader Sue Waterston Sue, who works for the Bishop Paul said: “I am delighted has been appointed as the homelessness charity Framework, that Sue has kindly accepted my LWarden of Readers for the will have a particular focus on invitation to be the Diocesan Diocese of Southwell & providing pastoral care for the Warden of Readers with Nottingham. Sue, who serves on growing number of Readers and immediate effect. Bishop’s Council and is PCC Licensed Lay Minsters in the “Sue brings to this role not only Secretary at St Giles’ Costock, diocese, and will also help to her considerable experience as a said: “I am humbled, delighted devise a framework for deploying Reader but also her strong and excited at the prospect of this valuable ministry for mission pastoral gifts exercised through being the next Warden of Readers and growth. her role as a trainer for the at a time of growth and change in diocese and in the workplace. the Diocese. She will work with a wider team “May I take this opportunity to “Lay ministry has long been my supporting Readers; the training once again acknowledge the passion and I believe we have a and development of Readers and tireless contribution of our key role to play in the Lay Ministers will continue to be previous Warden of Readers, Mr implementation of the diocesan held within the framework of the Chris Perrett, who has helped to vision. Being called to pastorally School of Discipleship under the lay such strong foundations on support my brothers and sisters in expertise of The Revd James which to build for the future.” Christ in this important work is a Halstead. real privilege.” 4 December 19 Events and information. . Events and information. . Events and informa Focus on building better Caring for the communities and homes environment he ’s Commission on Housing, The Revd Alex Shiells, Curate at Church and Community will seek to re-imagine housing Christ Church, Worksop writes: policy, with a focus on building better communities and homes, T In late October I was privileged not just houses. As well as making recommendations for Government and others, it will also look at what actions the Church can take, in to attend, on behalf of our partnership with others, to help tackle the crisis at local, regional and diocese, the national Diocesan national level. Environment Officer's conference at Foxhill House in The Grenfell Tower disaster of June 2017 in North Kensington Chester Diocese. This was an became almost at once a symbol of our country’s housing crisis. It opportunity for those engaged in served as a stark reminder of how we have marginalised whole environmental issues at a sections of the population in sub-standard housing, but also brought to diocesan level to meet to pray, the surface the resilience and power of local communities in share experience and ideas, and responding to this tragic event. plan a way forward on the issues of climate change and Most of us are affected in some way by the housing crisis. Indeed, we environmental care. Our visit are seeing mounting problems, from unaffordable rents and insecure coincided with the latest report tenancies to poor quality housing and gross inequalities in housing from the Church of wealth. But as is too often the case, it is the poorest who bear the Environmental Working Group, brunt. which can be found here: https://www.churchofengland.or In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says that judgment is linked to g/more/media- justice, namely, in the way in which we treat those who are most centre/news/church-englands- vulnerable and weakest. Out of that teaching comes the Christian call environment-group-calls-greater to work for the welfare of everyone in our society, including shelter -action-climate-change-across and a good home for all. At the conference we heard The Church – working with other public, private and voluntary stories of success and relief organisations that share this vision – has a significant contribution to around the globe, particularly in make in this area. We have land and resources that can be used to help areas most affected by natural meet the need for more affordable housing. We have social capital disasters in which the Anglican that can be used to uphold people’s right to a decent and secure home. Communion is able to offer aid We have a long history and expertise in community-building that can and support. We also shared be used to shape new developments where people can flourish. stories of good practice in our own churches and dioceses, and The Commission seeks to contribute, from a distinctly Christian it is clearer than ever that the perspective, to the very widespread debates that are taking place and Church is beginning to stand up the significant work already being done in this vital area. and be counted in response to this most important of issues. On 15th November our diocese was represented at a York Province Our care for God's earth is a Consultation to feed in what is going on in the City and County. significant area of witness and mission as we respond to what The diocesan lead on housing need and homelessness is Revd Liam has been termed a climate O’Boyle if you want to find out more about the local challenges and emergency for our world. responses. Liam.O’[email protected] Continued on page 12 Niftynotes 5 Prayerdiary www.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes

In January we pray for. . .

Wed 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’. Lagos (Nigeria) The Right Revd Humphery Olumakaiye Lagos Mainland (Nigeria) The Right Revd Akinpelu Johnson Lagos West (Nigeria) The Right Revd James Odedeji

Thu 02 Jan Burntstump Seely C of E Primary Academy: Headteacher: Heather Gabb Lahore (Pakistan) The Right Revd Irfan Jamil South Western Brazil (Brazil) The Right Revd Francisco De Assis Da Silva Southeast Florida (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Peter Eaton

Fri 03 Jan Archbishop Cranmer C of E Primary Academy: Headteacher: Melanie Stevens Lainya (South Sudan) vacant Southeastern Mexico (Mexico) The Right Revd Benito Juarez-Martinez

Sat 04 Jan Bleasby C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Sam Mensah Lake Malawi (Central Africa) The Right Revd Francis Kaulanda Southern Brazil (Brazil) The Right Revd Humberto Goncalves Gippsland (Australia) The Right Revd Dr Richard Treloar

Sun 05 Jan The Primary School of St Mary & St Martin, Blyth: Headteacher: Alison Richardson Pray for the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia The Most Revd Philip Richardson - Bishop of Taranaki and Primate The Most Revd Don Tamihere - Pihopa of Aotearora and Primate The Most Revd Fereimi Cama - Bishop of Polynesia and Primate

Mon 06 Jan EPIPHANY: Bramcote (Aided) Primary School Headteacher: Sarah Meredith Lake Rukwa (Tanzania) The Right Revd Mathayo Kasagara Southern Highlands (Tanzania) The Right Revd Julius Lugendo Gitega (Burundi) The Right Revd John Nduwayo

Tue 07 Jan Bulwell St Mary’s C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Claire Godfrey Lango (Uganda) The Right Revd Alfred Olwa Southern Malawi (Central Africa) The Right Revd Alinafe Kalemba Glasgow & Galloway (Scotland) vacant 6 December 19 In January we pray for. . . Wed 08 Jan Bunny C of E School, Nottingham: Headteacher: Georgina Anelay Langtang (Nigeria) The Right Revd Stanley Fube Southern Nyanza (Kenya) The Right Revd James Ochiel

Thu 09 Jan St Wilfrid’s C of E Primary School, Calverton: Headteacher: Ian Bullock Lebombo (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Carlos Matsinhe Southern Ohio (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Thomas Breidenthal Southern Philippines (Philippines) The Right Revd Danilo Bustamante

Fri 10 Jan Dean Hole Primary School, Caunton: Executive Headteacher: Marie Thompson Leeds (England) The Right Revd Nicholas Baines

Sat 11 Jan Coddington C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Jon Brown Leicester (England) The Right Revd Martyn Snow Southern Virginia (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Herman Hollerith Gloucester (England) The Right Revd Rachel Treweek

Sun 12 Jan Colwick, St John the Baptist Primary School: Headteacher: Rachel Ireland Pray for the Anglican Church of Australia The Most Revd Philip Leslie Freier - Archbishop of Melbourne & Primate of Australia

Mon 13 Jan Our Link Diocese of the Holy Land, Father Fahdi, the Clergy and the people Lesotho (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Adam Taaso Southwark (England) The Right Revd Christopher Chessun

Tue 14 Jan Costock C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Jane Mellor Lexington (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Mark van Koevering Southwell & Nottingham (England) The Right Revd

Wed 15 Jan Cotgrave C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Craig Moxham Liberia (West Africa) The Most Revd Jonathan Hart (Primate) Southwest Florida (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Dabney Smith

Thu 16 Jan Cuckney C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Lisa Crossland Lichfield (England) The Right Revd Michael Ipgrave Southwestern Virginia (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Mark Bourlakas

Fri 17 Jan Dunham-on-Trent C of E Primary School: Headteacher: Julia Wallace Limerick & Killaloe (Ireland) The Right Revd Kenneth Kearon Spokane (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Gretchen Rehberg

Sat 18 Jan WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY St Peter’s C of E Academy, East Bridgford: Headteacher: Richard Tomlinson Lincoln (England) The Right Revd (Acting Bishop) Springfield (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Daniel Martins Goma (Congo) The Right Revd Kadhoro Makanirwa

Sun 19 Jan St Mary’s C of E Primary School, Edwinstowe: Headteacher: Maria Parkin Pray for the united Church of Bangladesh The Most Revd Samuel Mankhin - Moderator, Church of Bangladesh & Bishop of Kushtia

Mon 20 Jan All engaged in the Healing Ministry throughout the Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham Niftynotes 7 In January we pray for. . . Litoral Ecuador (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Alfredo Morante St Albans (England) The Right Revd Alan Smith Gombe (Nigeria) The Right Revd Henry Ndukuba

Tue 21 Jan All Saints Anglican/Methodist Primary School, Elston: Headteacher: Lisa Richmond Liverpool (England) The Right Revd Paul Bayes St Asaph (Wales) The Right Revd Gregory Cameron Grafton (Australia) The Right Revd Dr Murray Harvey

Wed 22 Jan St Peter’s Crosskeys C of E Academy, Farndon: Headteacher: Elizabeth Duffell St Davids (Wales) The Right Revd Joanna Penberthy

Thu 23 Jan Farnsfield St Michael’s C of E VA Primary School: Headteacher: Louise Carpenter Llandaff (Wales) The Right Revd June Osborne St Edmundsbury & Ipswich (England) The Right Revd Martin Seeley St Helena (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Dale Bowers

Fri 24 Jan Gamston C of E Aided Primary School: Executive Headteacher: Helen Thomas Lokoja (Nigeria) The Most Revd Emmanuel Egbunu St Mark the Evangelist (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Martin Breytenbach

Sat 25 Jan All Hallows Church of England Primary School, Gedling: Headteacher: John Graham Lomega (South Sudan) The Most Revd Paul Yugusuk Sunyani (West Africa) The Right Revd Festus Yeboah-Asuamah Grahamstown (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Ebenezer Ntlali

Sun 26 Jan St Peter’s C of E Primary School, Gringley on the Hill: Headteacher: Yvonne Reeson Pray for the Igreja Episcopal Anglicana do Brasil The Most Revd Naudal Gomes - Primate of Brazil & Bishop of Curitiba

Mon 27 Jan Diocesan Readers (Jackie Johnson, Ministry Development Adviser; Sue Waterston, Warden; Barbara Coleman, Readers & RLM CME Officer) London (England) The Right Revd and Right Hon Sarah Mullally

Tue 28 Jan Gunthorpe Church of England Primary School: Headteacher: Claire Bills Long Island (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Lawrence Provenzano Swansea & Brecon (Wales) The Most Revd John Davies (Primate) Guadalcanal (Melanesia) The Right Revd Nathan Tome

Wed 29 Jan Chaplains in Schools Los Angeles (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd John Taylor Swaziland (Southern Africa) The Right Revd Ellinah Wamukoya

Thu 30 Jan Multi Academy Trusts (The Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham Multi Academy Trust – Chris Moodie, Bluecoat Academies Trust – Sian Hampton, Aspire Academies Trust – Martyn Skinner. Transform Trust – Rebecca Meredith, MITRE – Matthew Parris Louisiana (The Episcopal Church) The Right Revd Morris Thompson, Jr. Sydney (Australia) The Most Revd Dr Glenn Davies Tabora (Tanzania) The Right Revd Elias Chakupewa

Fri 31 Jan Our Link Diocese of Burundi, the Clergy and the People Luapula (Central Africa) The Right Revd Robert Mumbi Taita-Taveta (Kenya) The Right Revd Liverson Mng’onda 8 December 19 World links news - Natal www.southwell.anglican.org Compiled for Nifty Notes Bishop Dino resigns as Bishop of Natal

Natal Link Officer, Barbara happy time and his main Holbrook writes: objective was to advance the work of his organisation. t is with great sadness that we The bishop, who is fluent in Zulu, learnt about the resignation of was elected bishop of the Diocese IBishop Dino as Bishop of of Zululand in 2005, where he Natal. ministered until becoming Bishop of Natal in November 2015. The unexpected resignation has been attributed to financial Following the announcement at pressures, according to the the Synod of , Archbishop Archbishop of Capetown and Thabo said he was hopeful for the Primate of Southern Africa. future of the diocese, which he In a pastoral letter about the early said had the capacity to come Natal in a time of uncertainty. We retirement of Bishop Dino, together and reach out across the continue to pray for our friends, Archbishop Thabo Makgoba said differences they face. and the friendships continue to his resignation was: He said: “It is the Synod of grow. Life in our linked parishes “…precipitated by the Bishops’ sincere prayer and desire continues to develop and change, consequences of pressures on that you will find God’s will and and there is a strength and a joy Diocesan finances. Those one another as you continue to of sharing this journey together. pressures do not involve any seek resolution to the challenges financial wrongdoing, but rather you are facing as a diocesan The new Rector has been are the result of an ambitious family.” welcomed in Richmond, and growth projectory which could messages of welcome and support not be sustained.” A detailed plan of pastoral have been exchanged. In oversight for the Diocese will be Bishop Dino was appointed to the Himeville, the Rector prepares for developed to ensure that pastoral, position in 2015 and was due to retirement, and the link will liturgical and administrative retire in September 2020, but change shape again as new ministry is exercised with love tendered his resignation at a friendships are formed. and care. Synod of Bishops this September. One of the outcomes of the upheaval in the Diocese is that “There is a sense in which Bishop In parallel with that, the Electoral the visit planned for this autumn Dino’s resignation is an College of Mzimvubu held on has been deferred until we have a unexpected bringing forward of 22 September 2019 elected the Rt better idea of when it would be the inevitable, since he was due to Revd Tsietsi Seleoane, the current appropriate to go. We are also retire soon,” said the Archbishop. in Natal, as the planning to meet and pray for the “Nevertheless, I am heartbroken next Bishop of the Diocese of Elective Assembly to appoint the over this development and its Mzimvubu. We congratulate new bishop, once we know when implications for the Diocese.” Bishop Tsietsi and pray for him that will be. and his family as they move to After 39 years in ministry, Bishop this new area of ministry. For details contact: the Revd Dino said his four years as head Barbara Holbrook email: of the Natal Diocese was largely a All of this leaves the Diocese of [email protected] Niftynotes 9 Events and information. . Events and information. . Events and informa choirs collaborate for Occasional annual performance of Handel Offices - masterpiece Day Conference wo cathedral voluntary Keynote Speaker: The Revd choirs will join together on Canon Dr Sandra Millar, T12th December to perform Head of Life Events for the one of the most famous pieces of Church of England. music ever written. Tuesday 21st January 2020 Chorale and (9.30 for 10am-3.45pm) at Consort - under Newark Rugby Club, Kelham the direction of Southwell’s Road, Newark, NG24 1WN Assistant Director of Music, (Lunch provided) Jonathan Allsopp - will present a Or performance of George Frideric Tuesday 21st January 2020 Handel’s much-loved oratorio (7.30-9pm) Messiah in Southwell Minster, accompanied by the Minster Drawing on a wide range of Chamber Ensemble. The Minster research, Sandra Millar, will Chorale performs the work share insights as to how those annually, and 2019 marks the Chorale's 25th anniversary, so Lincoln’s we meet at big moments in their voluntary choir are joining forces with them to mark the special lives – when a child arrives, occasion. when a marriage begins and when a life ends – can also be “The Minster Chorale’s annual Messiah performance has become a supported and encouraged on staple part of the Minster’s Christmas programme, and it quickly sells their faith journey. There will out,” says Jonathan Allsopp, Assistant Director of Music at Southwell be ideas about first contact, Minster. “The choir’s primary role is to sing regularly for services planning and preparation, how here, so it enjoys the opportunity to perform music in concerts that it to create memorable services would not sing in a liturgical context. Next Easter, we are touring to and the importance of on-going Germany with Lincoln Cathedral Consort, so we thought we would contact. This day will draw on make the most of this link, and join up for our Messiah performance experiences and stories from this year to celebrate our 25th anniversary.” across the country and will With the choruses in Messiah being sung by the joint voluntary choirs, encourage all those who are the solos will be sung by four professional soloists: soprano Harriet involved in these key moments Astbury, countertenor Alex Turner, tenor Mark Wilde, and bass Dingle of parish ministry. Yandell.

“We’re delighted to be welcoming these four fantastic soloists for this To book please contact concert,” adds Jonathan. “Harriet and Alex in particular have local Catriona Gundlach email connections; they both attended the Minster School, and Alex was also [email protected]. a cathedral chorister, so we’re looking forward greatly to welcoming org or 01636 817232. Please them back.” confirm whether you are attending the day or evening The concert will begin at 7.30pm, and tickets (£18/£15/£12/£8) are session and whether you have available from the Cathedral Shop (01636 812933). any dietary requirements For further information please contact: Jonathan Allsopp: [email protected] 01636 814155/07955 874285 10 December 19

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Items to be included in What’s On for Nifty Notes should be sent to Nicola Mellors at [email protected] in December

1 Albert Hall Annual Christmas Concert with the Choir of St Mary's accompanied by the Binns Organ. 3pm, the Albert Hall. Tickets: £5.50 Adults. Children - FREE. Visit www.alberthallnottingham.co.uk/ContactUs 1 Music as part of worship - choral highlights. Candle-lit Advent Procession. 6.30pm, St Mary's Church, the Lace Market. 5-8 Christmas Tree Festival, with a carol service on Sun 8th, 6.30pm. St Mary & All Saints Church, Bingham. 6 Hathern Brass Band Christmas Concert. 8pm, St Helena’s Church, West Leake LE12 5RF. Admission £5 on the door. Refreshments included, during the interval. All welcome. 6 The Granby and Sutton Singers - 7pm, St Thomas Aslockton (NG13 9AL). With ladies in cloaks and bonnets and gentlemen in dinner suits and top hats. Well-known songs such as "White Christmas" and "Christmas Wonderland"! An accordion, organ and occasionally the hand bells accompany the songs. Mulled wine and mince pies are included. Tickets £5 from: Rowland Harris 01949 836658, Katie Senior 01949 850384, Graham Harper 01949 850257. 6-12 Newark Parish Church 12th Christmas Tree Festival - over 130 trees decorated by local schools, charities, organisations & businesses. Opening times: Saturdays 9.30am-5pm, Sundays 12.30am-4.30pm, weekdays 10am-4.30pm. Entrance: adults £2, children 50p, refreshments, christmas cards, stalls, music. Festival Carols of Praise – 9 Dec, 5pm. 7 St Leonard's Church, Newark Christmas Fayre. 1-3pm, raffle, tombola and much more, plus a visit from Santa. All welcome. 7 Christmas Fair and Showcase Concert. 11am-4pm, St James Church, Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley, NG3 6FL. Santa’s Grotto, children’s activities, gifts, raffle, cakes and crafts plus performances from local groups. 7 Salvation Army Band –St Peters Church, Clayworth. 7pm to sing with the village. Round the tree outside if weather permits. Refreshments afterwards in church. All Welcome. 13 Royal Engineers Band Concert. St Mary & All Souls Parish Church Bulwell. Tickets £5 or £5 pay on the door. Light refreshments included. Raffle extra. 14 Christmas Candlelit Concert, 7.30pm, St James Church, Normanton on Soar. Artistes will include The Bridge Singers, Viola Calthrop-Owen (flute), Neil & Jane Millensted (piano), Amelia Calladine (flute), Normanton on Soar Village Choir, Eric Brook (baritone), Anna Caves & Simon Barrington (readings). Tickets £7 from Normanton on Soar Community Shop, Sutton Bonington Post Office and from Brian Archbold 01509 842341. 15 Village and Boat Club Candlelit Christmas Celebration. 4 pm, St James Church, Normanton on Soar. Village organisations take part and there will be a special item by Normanton on Soar Village Choir. The service will be led by Sue Waterston. All are welcome. 17 Quiet Spaces at St James’ … A Julian Group: Meeting in silence with God. 6.30-7.30pm. The regular monthly 'Julian Meetings' encourage one another in the practice of contemplative prayer. After a brief introduction, the meeting is based on the simple idea of spending at least half an hour together in silence, waiting on God, and are open to anyone. More details at: www.thejulianmeetings.net or email [email protected] or [email protected] 19 's Christians Together at Pride invite you to Rainbow Christmas. A Christmas service for the LGBT+ community and their family and friends. 6-7pm, St Peter's Church, Nottingham. Followed by refreshments. 1 Niftynotes 11

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22 Olivier Messiaen La Nativité du Seigneur. Nine meditations on the birth of Christ, performed in the candlelit Quire by Simon Hogan, 6.30pm, Southwell Minster. A talk will be given by Paul Provost at 6pm in the Archbishop’s Palace. Free entry, and refreshments available. 24 Christmas Eve - Service of Nine Lessons and Carols. 7pm, St Mary's Church, the Lace Market. 24 Service of celebration for Christmas Eve, led by Jan Bonser, Churchwarden. 6pm, St James Church, Normanton on Soar. 25 Service of Holy Communion, led by the Revd Mary Essex. 9.30 am, St James Church, Normanton on Soar. 30 "The Wind in the Willows". 4pm, Holy Trinity Church Kimberly. Tickets £10 adults £5 child (under 15). Box office Jim Dymond 01158544737. Sight Loss Friendly Church The Revd Sarah Patten, Principal for Wellbeing and Ministerial Development writes:

Every 6 minutes in the UK someone is told that they are going blind. For those living with sight loss, or who are partially sighted the experience of coming to church can feel quite isolating.

The Torch Trust are promoting a free range of resources at www.sightlossfriendlychurch.or g.uk to help your church welcome this growing group of people in our community. Small changes can make a big difference. For example if you have large print or braille worship books don’t forget to announce the number and not just say ‘it is on the screen’, and at the coffee time go to the person with sight loss as they won’t be able to see who they can go to.

Let’s make our churches places of welcome and engagement. Please note the deadline for the JANUARY 2020 issue of Nifty Notes is: 10TH DECEMBER 2019 12 December 19 Comings and goings . . . Comings and goings . . . Comings and goings

The Revd Wendy Jayne Bradley at present Associate Curate of Aspley in the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham to be Vicar of the Benefices of Bilton-in-Holderness and Sutton in Holderness, in the . The Revd Wendy Bradley will be Collated to the Benefice by the in the Parish Church of St Michael & All Angels, Holderness Road, Hull at 6.30pm on Sunday 15 December, 2019. JOB VACANCY Continued from page 4 Warden at Sacrista Prebend Most significantly for our diocese as we approach these issues, two key subjects were discussed. Firstly, we heard about the Archbishop of Canterbury's 2020 Lent Book, written by Ruth Valerio, which will coincide with the national #LiveLent campaign and resources. Both offer an opportunity for individuals and churches to reflect on creation This is an opportunity that might suit a recently retired Priest, Reader over Lent and to use the or Licensed Lay Minister seeking something out of the ordinary. materials for Bible studies and Sacrista Prebend, a property owned by Southwell Minster, is made personal devotions. available by the Cathedral Chapter as a house of hospitality, retreat, refreshment and Christian formation for individuals and groups within Secondly, it was acknowledged and beyond the diocese of Southwell and Nottingham. Cathedral that Eco Church is a fantastic clergy share celebration of the Eucharist in the House on a rota basis, framework by which every every Monday and Wednesday. The House maintains an annual church can assess its worship and programme of conducted Quiet Days; provides bed and breakfast teaching, lifestyle and use of accommodation for a small number of private retreatants; and serves resources in order to make as a meeting place for a large number of groups from the diocese and tangible charges for good. This is beyond. These activities are led by the Warden, overseen by a something that we are beginning Management Committee and supported by an employed, part-time to engage with at a diocesan Bursar. level, and I would encourage every church to register on the The present Warden is standing down and a replacement is sought. Eco Church website: The Cathedral Chapter is fully committed to the House and its future, https://ecochurch.arocha.org.uk/ and it is exploring ways in which that might develop. We are looking for a Warden who will work creatively with the Dean and Chapter and Finally, could I please pass on who is open to the leading of the Holy Spirit as the Cathedral my sincere thanks for the support develops these aspects of their vision and strategy. of all churches who are engaged in this important issue, and the For further information please contact Hugh Middleton, Chair, continued work that many do to Sacrista Prebend Management Committee on 01623 411496 or care for the environment and all [email protected], or Dean via of God's creation. [email protected]

Please find the full job description and application form available to download at https://www.southwellminster.org/about- us/vacancies/

MINISTRY VACANCIES December 2019

Southwell & Nottingham Diocese is a great place to be in ministry for mission! We specialise in creative and stimulating appointments, have generous churchgoers, some beautiful churches and our cathedral is a gem. It’s a varied and exciting area to live in, with excellent access to other parts of the UK. We take care of our church leaders with good quality housing and supportive deanery colleagues. Fresh stipendiary/non-stipendiary/retiring/part- time clergy and laity are welcome!

NOTTINGHAM ARCHDEACONRY VACANCIES

Sneinton St Cyprian – St Cyprian’s is a Traditional Catholic parish in the Church of House for Duty Priest in England and the provides alternative Charge Episcopal sacramental and pastoral care. St Cyprian’s is affiliated to The Society of St Wilfred and St Hilda, and registered with Forward in Faith. We are seeking a priest who can put into practice our mission statement and the Diocesan focus of Growing Disciples Wider, Younger, Deeper.

We need a priest who can inspire younger people to be involved in the life of our church, who can support outreach into schools, strengthen our Sunday School and encourage our uniformed organisations to attend our services. As part of this work good social media skills would be an advantage. We also hope that the new priest will be active in the local community and foster links with other religious organisations in the area.

For informal discussion and further information, please contact Phil Williams, , on 07850 518504 or email [email protected].

Whatton with Aslockton, The Cranmer Group was established in 1967 and brings Hawksworth, Scarrington, together 6 semi-rural villages, proud of our connection with Orston and Thoroton (The Archbishop Cranmer. We are looking to grow disciples Wider, Cranmer Group) - Vicar Younger and Deeper and in addition to a rich tradition and a range of worship styles, we have started an all age Café church and have a vision to start Messy Church. We currently have engagement with two primary schools.

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We are looking for someone with a manifest commitment to the Gospel, an enabler who will lead confidently and sensitively into new ways of being church, and an effective communicator who can share faith in ways easy to understand.

Closing date: 15 December Interview: 14 January

For informal discussion and further information, please contact Phil Williams, Archdeacon of Nottingham, on 07850 518504 or email [email protected].

NEWARK ARCHDEACONRY VACANCIES

Blidworth and Rainworth – These parishes are situated towards the North of Vicar Nottinghamshire, just a few miles outside the large market town of Mansfield. They are set in an area with very attractive surrounding countryside. We are seeking a priest who will:  Be a person of prayer and deep faith who will put God at the front as we are led into the future  Be a priest whose experience has shown them that good pastoral care is a vital basis for wider engagement and evangelism  Be committed to a ministry of leadership in both church and community and be keen to build on our experience of partnership in missional church (PMC)

For informal discussion and further information, please ring , , on 07917 690576 or email [email protected]

Hucknall St Mary Hucknall is a thriving and growing community with a rich Magdalene with St John heritage. We are looking forward to welcoming an incumbent the Evangelist - Vicar who will be the first Vicar of a new parish and will help us to embody the diocesan vision of growing disciples – wider, younger and deeper. St Mary Magdalene is the historic, town centre church and the resting place of Lord Byron.

We are prayerfully seeking a new priest who:  Has a joyful and infectious faith and is open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit

 Has inspirational and strategic leadership and will collaborate across the two churches  Has the ability to communicate the Gospel and lead worship with understanding, relevance and creativity  Has a pastoral and prayerful heart for the whole

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community, all ages and backgrounds  Is a good listener who values each person, develops their gifts and challenges them to reach outwards For informal discussion and further information, please ring David Picken, Archdeacon of Newark, on 07917 690576 or email [email protected]

Kirkby in Ashfield St The town of Kirkby in Ashfield is in the West of our Diocese Thomas; and in bringing together the two parishes we are committed Kirkby in Ashfield St to bringing cohesion to our Anglican presence in the town Wilfrid which is one of the former mining areas in Nottinghamshire. We are looking for a Priest in Charge who will have: Priest in Charge  A creative approach to enable people of all ages and backgrounds to deepen and grow their faith  Visionary qualities for ministry  The ability to recognise the diversity of styles of worship and help us create and develop alternatives  A desire to create a culture for young people and families to enable the congregation to reflect the age profile of the parish

For informal discussion and further information, please ring David Picken, Archdeacon of Newark, on 07917 690576 or email [email protected]

Mansfield St John with St This is an exciting appointment within the Diocese of Mary - Vicar Southwell & Nottingham seeking to provide visionary leadership for a potential ‘Resource Church’ with a strategic role in Growing Disciples, wider, younger and deeper.

Mansfield is a town with a population c100,000. Fifteen miles north of Nottingham it is a diverse parish, incorporating some significant deprivation. There is engaging and dynamic lay leadership fully committed to nurturing a flourishing gospel ministry.

We seek a vicar who will lead us in

 Growing new disciples of all ages especially developing our mission among children and young people.  Developing our public presence and voice in support of the wider local community  Spiritual renewal and numerical growth as a resource for the churches and community of Mansfield.  Drawing on our evangelical theology and spirituality, to develop, nurture and release the gifts of the whole congregation in mission.  An effective leader and bible teacher who has very good personal skills.

For informal discussion and further information, please ring

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David Picken, Archdeacon of Newark, on 07917 690576 or email [email protected]

Skegby with Teversal - This is an exciting opportunity to minister in a diverse Vicar benefice. Each community has its own church ranging from the historic village of Teversal, the multiple purpose plant of Stanton Hill and the larger Skegby. The churches have engaged well with the Diocesan vision of growing disciples and there is a mature and gifted lay leadership in place. After years of a significant incumbent ministry, these churches are ready to move to the next level of realising their potential and would benefit from their next priest being someone who is excited by the prospect of working from a traditional base in ministry leading to pioneering new forms of mission and outreach.

For informal discussion and further information, please ring David Picken, Archdeacon of Newark, on 07917 690576 or email [email protected]

Coming soon…. Greasley

Mansfield St Augustine and Pleasley Hill St Barnabas

Mansfield St Lawrence

Discernment process will be announced soon. The profiles are in the process of being produced.

For more information, please contact the Archdeacons’ PA on [email protected]

We welcome applications from suitably qualified clergy from all sections of the community, and strive to be an equal opportunity employer.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required for each post.

Applicants will be assessed on the criteria for the post and if appointed it will be conditional on the Bishop’s approval.

Next Bulletin January 2020

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Jonathan Pickett

DAC Secretary for the Care of Churches 01636 817210 [email protected]

To all Incumbents/Priests-in-Charge/Churchwardens/PCC Secretaries/Fabric Officers

THE DIOCESAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DAC) DAC MEETINGS & DEADLINES IN 2020 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec DAC 10th 9th 11th 8th 13th 14th 12th 9th 14th Meeting Deadline X 27th 24th X 27th 26th 29th X 24th 28th 26th 30th Date Jan Feb Apr May Jun Aug Sep Oct Nov

The role of the DAC is to advise the Chancellor on all matters relating to the care and conservation of churches. Whether this is aesthetic, technical or pastoral or a combination of each. The role of DAC advisers is to give advice to the DAC on matters requiring specialist knowledge, to help them fulfil this role.

Throughout our DAC duties we aim to provide parishes with support and guidance to enable continued and sustainable worship within our church buildings for the present and into the future. Keeping our churches visible, open and alive so that God’s presence is evident in all areas of the diocese for both urban and rural communities, is vital to DAC work.

The DAC continue to help and encourage works such as re-ordering schemes, toilet and kitchen developments, new seating ideas alongside repairs and general maintenance works. We provide guidance, advice, practical knowledge and skills. The committee has experts on archaeology, architecture, bells, clocks, heating, organs, stained glass, trees and other topics relevant to church buildings and churchyards.

We are proud that with help from our Registry Office, Archdeacons and Chancellor that the DAC try to ensure swift responses to

problems, issues and faculty approvals.

Our aim as ever is to provide parishes with the guidance, information, knowledge and expertise to enable and enhance their mission objectives providing both worship and community buildings and to welcome people throughout the week to a church open and available for a multitude of groups and uses.

May I take this opportunity to thank all of you that help to keep your church buildings open and in use. Your hard work and dedication are very much appreciated.