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TWO VALLEYS PARISH NEWS www.crosthwaiteandlyth.co.uk/twovalleys Serving the parishes of Cartmel Fell, Crook, Crosthwaite, Helsington, Underbarrow, Winster, & Witherslack June 2018 70p Cover photograph: Cherry Blossom by Charles Walmsley Church2 miniature pictures from watercolours by John Wilcock Church Services for JUNE 2018 3rd June The 1st Sunday after Trinity 9.30am Cartmel Fell Matins (BCP) Mr. David Hunt 9.30am Underbarrow Holy Communion (BCP) Canon Michael Middleton 9.30am Witherslack Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Michael Woodcock 11.00am Winster Holy Communion (BCP) Rev. Michael Woodcock 7.00pm Crosthwaite Two Valleys Concert Thursday 7th June 10.00am Crosthwaite Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Michael Woodcock 10th June The 2nd Sunday after Trinity 9.30am Cartmel Fell Holy Communion (BCP) Rev. Michael Woodcock 9.30am Underbarrow Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Bob Dew 11.00am Winster Morning Worship (CW) Coco Madden & Tom Griffith 11.00am Crosthwaite Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Michael Woodcock 4.00pm Witherslack Village Service Rev. Michael Woodcock Tuesday 12th June 2.30pm Two Valleys Prayer Meeting in St. Mary’s, Crosthwaite 17th June The 3rd Sunday after Trinity 9.30am Cartmel Fell Holy Communion (BCP) Rev. Gavin Rushton 9.30am Witherslack Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Michael Woodcock 10.30am Helsington Songs of Praise The Laity 11.00am Winster Summer Village Service Rev. Michael Woodcock 11.00am Crosthwaite Worship4all (CW) Lay Team 24th June The 4th Sunday after Trinity 9.30am Cartmel Fell Morning Worship (CW) Mrs. Dorothy Grace 9.30am Helsington Holy Communion (CW) Rev. Ian James 11.00am Winster Matins (BCP) Mr. Roger Bingham 11.00am Crosthwaite Morning Worship (CW) Mrs. Dorothy Grace 6.30pm Witherslack Evensong (BCP) Mrs. Dorothy Grace Wednesday 27th 7.30pm “Refresh” hosted at St. Mary’s, Crosthwaite 3 A LETTER FROM MICHAEL WOODCOCK Dear friends, I had a mixed upbringing when I was young, in that I attended various events and groups at both the local Baptist Church and my local Church of England parish church. The Baptist Church was nearest to where we lived; I could see it from my bedroom window. The Church of England church was about a mile away. I went to Nursery School at the Baptist Church; Sunday School at the C of E; Boys’ Brigade at the Baptist; Choir at the C of E; Youth Club at the Baptist; then a bigger Youth Club at the C of E. What eventually drew me to settle in the Church of England was the parish structure; the fact that each local parish church is here for everyone in that parish, regardless of whether people have a strong faith or not. I still find this an attractive dimension to my ministry. Here in the Two Valleys there are no other worshipping denominations, so the only active churches are from the C of E. This places an extra responsibility on us to ensure every person feels welcome in our churches and can feel they belong in some way; whether from a Baptist, Methodist, Roman Catholic or agnostic background. I would hope we could also help those of other faiths to feel welcome as well, even if we may not share quite the same beliefs. With this in mind, it’s good to be reminded that the pastoral ministry our local C of E churches can offer extends to anyone in our parishes who would value it. This means we can come to you when you may need that bit of extra support (even if you are someone who does not attend church – no one need feel guilty about this). What can we offer? Most often in our relatively small parishes, it can be the local vicar who makes these more specialized ministry visits, but it may also be other authorized lay people who can take the presence of the church out into the community. If you are in Hospital I can try and visit. Someone would need to let me know, as often people are in and out of hospital quite quickly these days and I may not get to hear about it. I can visit anyone at home who may be poorly, recently bereaved, or in another kind of pastoral4 need, and offer a listening ear and prayers of support. I can bring Holy Communion to those at home who may be incapacitated. It can be a great comfort to still feel connected to the wider Christian family by continuing to receive Communion. Sometimes others can come along as well, so that people can still feel connected to their local congregation. I can offer prayers of Blessing over a new House or a new Job and set of circumstances. I do try to visit former residents who are in local Care Homes whenever I can. I still find it a huge privilege to live in rural communities such as these and to offer these ministries to any who would welcome them. The point being made is that we are here for everyone in our parishes and we want to continue offering this pastoral care and support wherever it may be needed. Please don’t hesitate to contact either me or your other key parish contacts (See p. 20 of the Magazine) if you have any kind of need and would value some support. We are here and we are here for all of you. yours in friendship, Rev. Michael Woodcock, Baptisms 13th May Oliver Jacob Shaw at St. Paul’s, Witherslack Weddings 19th May Zach Clarke and Natalie Wilkinson at Holy Trinity, Winster Funerals 14th February Funeral of Terrance Norman James age 71 at All Saints Underbarrow 23rd February Thanksgiving for Vernon Arthur Wrigley age 83 at St. Johns Helsington 6th March Funeral of Janet Briggs age 73 at St Johns Helsington 23rd April Funeral of Marian Isabel Ellwoood age 86 at All Saints Underbarrow. 15th May Margaret Shrigley (97) Funeral at Beetham5 Crematorium CALLING ALL VILLAGES Two Valleys Holy Land Trip 26th Nov- 3rd Dec. There is still plenty of space on our Holy Land Trip planned for 26 Nov - 3 Dec. The price has increased a little now for new bookings (flight prices increase nearer the time). The current price of £1,099 is good until 31st July. We have about 20 people going, but would love to take a few more. See the poster on the inside front cover or have a chat with Rev. Michael Woodcock if you would like any further details. Messy Church continues to run on alternate months, with the next on Saturday 14th July, 10.30am - 12.30pm. We have lots of fun taking part in various activities, discovering more about God together, and sharing a meal. Would you like to come and get involved? Help or lead a craft table; make a meal; be a pair of washing up hands; just come to find out what goes on. Please do get in touch, it'd be great to see you there. Call/text/email Lindsay Dobson on ( 07729056247/[email protected]. Two Valleys “Time to pray” 2.30pm Tuesday 12th June in St. Mary’s, Crosthwaite We meet again for a short “time to pray” for our parishes at 2.30pm in St. Mary’s, Crosthwaite this month. Anybody is welcome to come and join us as we learn to pray together for our lovely parishes with their various needs. Dementia Friendly Churches – Update and Information The South Lakes Dementia Hub 2018 will meet monthly between 2pm and 4pm at St. Thomas’ Church, Kendal on the 12th June. A number of specialist support agencies will be attending. For more information please telephone me on the number given below. As the Dementia Enabler for the Two Valleys community I would be pleased to talk to anyone who would like to discuss, in confidence, any concerns or needs that they might have as a person with dementia or as a carer. Di Dew – Dementia Enabler for the Two Valleys (015395 68680 Allegri Singers and Players perform two great masterpieces for small choir. Handel's Dixit Dominus was written after he visited Italy and shows the young composer's mastery of extrovert Italian choral techniques. Faure's Requiem is a gentle meditation on the words of the funeral service, in an early version for choir and small orchestra. The choir will also sing three settings of Gerard Manley Hopkins to music by choir director Owen Davies. St Mary's Church,6 Crosthwaite Sat 16th June 7:30pm Retiring Collection Weekly Gentle Exercise Class on Thursdays from 2pm – 3pm at Argles Memorial Hall in Crosthwaite. Come along, have some fun and try this chair based exercise class followed by tea and chat. It will help your mobility, muscle strength and balance. Only £2.50! Hope to see you there! Lunch Club Come and join us at our lunch club at the Damson Dene every second Thursday of the month. To book your place and to find out more, please contact Age UK on 01539 728118. Over 50s Walking Netball. Fortnightly sessions on Tuesdays at Kendal Leisure Centre from 3.30pm – 4. 30pm. ( 26th June ) Walking Netball is a slower version of the game; it is netball, but at a walking pace. The game has been designed so that anyone can play it regardless of age or fitness level. Come and give it a go. £2.05 per session. To register your interest call Age UK on 01539 728118. Fun Olympics. On Tuesday 12th June, Kendal Leisure Centre will once again be holding their popular Fun Olympics from 10.00am - 2.30pm. This event is free to everyone, with lunch provided so booking is essential.