80P Parish News April 2020 PARISH NEWS APRIL 2020 THE PARISHES OF THE LULWORTHS, WINFRITH NEWBURGH AND CHALDON 1 Parish News April 2020 Parish Organisations ORGANISATION CONTACT POSITION TELEPHONE Benefice of the lulworths, winfrith & chaldon Priest-in-Charge 01929 400741 Benefice of the lulworths, winfrith & chaldon Mr Paul Pinnock Lay Pastoral Assistant 01929 400143 Benefice of the lulworths, winfrith & chaldon Mr John Yonwin Lay Benefice Vice Chairman 01305 852117 Holy Trinity, West Lulworth Mr Paul Simpson Churchwarden 01929 400376 St Christopher's, Winfrith Mr Giles Marsh Churchwarden 01929 400259 St Nicholas, Chaldon Mr Jeremy Selfe Churchwarden 01305 852138 St Andrew’s, East Lulworth Mr Paul Pinnock Churchwarden 01929 400143 BENEFICE Parochial Church Council Mr Eddie Morrison Secretary 01305 853272 Mrs V Blandamer Treasurer 01929 400584 Benefice of the lulworths, winfrith & chaldon Mrs Barbara Marsden Parish Safeguarding Rep 01929 400259 Administrator, Holy Rood Church Chaldon Herring Village Hall Carole Redhouse Secretary 01305 851827 Chaldon Parish Council Miss Emily Blake Clerk 01305 853965 Children’s Drama Group Chris Eldred Organiser 01929 406175 DANCE FOR KIX Gemma Dale Organiser 01305 852137 East Lulworth Parish Council Liz Maidment Clerk 07909924692 Friends of Lulworth & Winfrith PRIMARY School Anna Veal Secretary 01305 852830 Ladies’ Friendship Circle Mrs Marjorie Bird Secretary 01305 852908 Lulworth & District Garden Society Mr J Watts Secretary 01929 400749 Lulworth & Winfrith CE VC PRIMARY School Mr Richard Skinner Head Teacher 01929 400330 Share and Care Link Persons 07751 968 944 The Lulworth Players TBA Chairman West Lulworth Artsreach TBA Promoter West Lulworth Parish Council Miss Emily Blake Clerk 01305 853965 West Lulworth Village Hall Mrs Pauline Hill Bookings Sec. 01929 406178 West Lulworth Women's Institute Mrs Halina Simpson President 01929 400376 Winfrith Cricket Club Mr Simon Goldsack Chairman 01929 554716 Winfrith Drama Group Wendy Jones Secretary 01305 852844 Wool and Winfrith FC Kelvin Dorner-Woolley Chairman 01929 551232 Winfrith Gardening Club Janine Scola Secretary 01305 851837 Winfrith History Group Pat Yonwin Secretary 01305 852117 Winfrith Parish Council Mandy Stephens Clerk 01305 853659 Winfrith Village Hall Sally Johnson Bookings Manager 01305 854133 WELLBRIDGE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Jackie Pope Administrator 01929 462376 Wool Friends of Cancer Research UK Mrs Pat Stanely Secretary 01929 405487 The PARISH NEWS is published monthly by the Parochial Church Council of the Lulworths, Winfrith Newburgh and Chaldon, in the Deanery of Purbeck and the Diocese of Salisbury. Chairman: Rosie Johnson 01305 852885 Secretary Bernadette Crowe Treasurer Mr P Lawlor Editor: David Brann 01305 567748 Deputy Editor Janine Scola 01305 851837 Advertising Secretary: Rosie Johnson 01305 852885 Advertising Editor: Anne Rowan 01929 400729 Distribution Manager: Dudley Jones 01929 400641 E-mails: [email protected] 2 Parish News April 2020 From the rectory (II) PAUSE BUTTON: “think on these things…” The love of God… “I am sure that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers; nor things present, nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in creation will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.” from the Apostle Paul’s letter to the church in Rome (8:38-40) The last time I wrote to you, in December, I started by repeating the blessing of the Christmas angels to the shepherds:“…and on earth peace, good will toward men.” (Luke 2: 14) And if we ever needed God’s blessing and peace and goodwill then now is surely the time...! The coming of Covid-19 has thrown our (already unsettled) national life, and worldwide situation, into much worse circumstances. As I started writing this article on 17th March, I was fully aware that by the time you read this we will have progressed into personal and community lifestyles pretty much never seen before in this land – even in time of war! (These sentences were changed a number of times before the Parish News deadline!) With Sunday worship now suspended until further notice, the congregations (= the church!) will continue in active prayer and practical care for you within our communities; and the church buildings will remain open each day for all – as a quiet space, for personal prayer and devotions… As a Christian I know only too well personally - that however hard or difficult life does get, ultimately God is in charge and He can be trusted. And at these difficult times that includes our fears for the future: the loss of health, employment, personal freedoms, hopes and aspirations; let alone seeing the isolation and the suffering of those close to us, and especially the grievous loss of beloved family members. If Jesus has meant anything to the world he came to 2000 years ago, then His message - then and now - is one of God’s unsurpassing love for us: of His closeness to us, His good plans and purpose for us, His offering us a new beginning, of His peace in hearts, of his healing, and the hope of His promise of eternal life in us. Following Jesus’ death and resurrection - with fears for unknown future circumstances all around - Jesus reminds all, His followers, of who He is and will be. Not the words of a great human moral teacher, or merely a good man and example, nor those of a wise prophet, but with the unmistakable, unambiguous words of Jesus’ divine identity and status! "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me….” (Matthew28 18) However you might pray or its alternatives, may I sincerely offer you this prayer for protection, physical and spiritual: Circle me O God, keep hope within, despair without Circle me O God, keep peace within, keep turmoil out Circle me O God, keep calm within, keep storms without Circle me O God, keep strength within, keep weakness out (from “The Cloud of Unknowing” anon-14thC) Holding firmly to the Easter promise of hope and power for all of us in the risen Jesus I remain your servant in Jesus Christ Robert 3 Parish News April 2020 IMPORTANT NOTICE : Public Worship in our Parish Churches You will be aware that, following an announcement on Tuesday 17th March by the Archbishops of Canterbury and York, all Public Worship (Sunday and Mid-Week) is suspended in our Parish Churches until further notice. Weddings and Funerals will still take place, but subject to the coronavirus rules and guidance on social distancing. I am, and remain in touch with those couples who are getting married here in the next few months, with legal advice provided by the Church of England being passed on to them. Baptisms already booked have been postponed, and I would ask for your prayers of support for these families and for the couples due to marry. Other than in public worship your Christian community is very aware of our responsibilities to you as the “church” (ecclesia means gathered people!). And be assured that the congregation will continue to be active in faithful prayer and practical support of all in our villages (including Foodbank). In addition, each church building will remain open during daylight hours, as a quiet space, for private prayer and for our visitors. With much prayer for us all I remain, ever, your servant in Christ Robert (Robert J. Marsden : Priest-in-Charge) ALL CHANGE AT ST CHRISTOPHER’S ! At St Christopher’s AGM on Sunday, 8th March, Churchwarden John Yonwin stepped down to be replaced by his predecessor, Giles Marsh. Revd Robert Marsden thanked John for being an exceptional Churchwarden, who had given him much-appreciated support. The congregation heartily agreed, but all recognised that Giles would be a worthy successor and that we are very fortunate to have such able volunteers to take on this important responsibility. 4 Parish News April 2020 FROM THE REGISTRARS From the Holy Trinity Registers: Death 3rd February Audrey Parson (100 wonderful years old !) Funeral 24th February Myra Jean Reeves Wool Methodist Chapel Services April 2020 Due to the Coronavirus all Services have been suspended until further notice We at Wool Chapel extend a very warm welcome to you all! PURBECK CATHOLIC COMMUNITY The Parish of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs and St Joseph’s Parish Church : ST JOSEPH’S - The Square, Wool, BH20 6DU Mass Centres : ST EDWARD’S - Shatters Hill, Wareham, BH20 4QP ST MARY’S CHAPEL - Lulworth Castle Park, BH20 5QS Due to the Coronavirus all Services have been suspended until further notice 5 Parish News April 2020 VINTAGE TEA IN AID OF CANCER RESEARCH It was a great afternoon with Pat's vintage china and embroidered tablecloths on Sunday 8th March We are so pleased with everyone’s support, for in Winfrith Village Hall, raising funds for Cancer coming along, making cakes, scones, helping on Research . There was a raffle, books for sale and the day and providing raffle prizes and books, all even half price Christmas cards! Colin Bailey came essential for a successful event. With your along with a most interesting selection of artefacts generosity we raised £461-80 for Cancer Research. for everyone to look at - thank you very much for that Colin. Thank you all very much again. Pat Yonwin CHALDON HERRING VILLAGE HALL ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING THURSDAY 23rd APRIL AT 6.00pm IN THE VILLAGE HALL This is a crucial meeting and your attendance would be much appreciated. For various reasons most of the members of the Village Hall Management Team, who manage the day-to-day running of the Hall, are either resigning or retiring. 6 Parish News April 2020 Community Meals Let’s do Lunch! and Soup ‘n Pud Winfrith Community Foods regret to say that "Lets do Lunch" and "Soup 'n Pud" at Winfrith Village Hall are being discontinued for the following few months.