The Way The FREE newspaper of the Church in Cumbria, Spring 2017 The role of godparents ‘We all have in the life of a child God-given gifts’ PAGE 2 PAGE 14 MARCHING TO THE SAME BEAT WELCOME to this new-look edition of The n God for All vision at the heart Way! Our hope and prayers are that you enjoy the of the new look for The Way re-branded ecumenical newspaper for the county of vision is fresh and exciting We explore how God is with Cumbria – more than ever. and we hope that’s conveyed us, all of the time, wherever At the heart of all the con- in this new and vibrant look we are. Stephen Wright, from tent is our county-wide God for The Way. the Sacred Space Foundation, for All strategy and vision: This edition features some of writes about the comfort of that by 2020 everyone in the amazing missional work feeling God’s love as he lay in Cumbria, of all ages and which is taking place right a hospital operating theatre. backgrounds, has had an across the county. And a new regular centre opportunity to discover From Fresh Expressions of page spread – Down Your more of God and God’s church being played out by Way – features mission and purpose for their lives, groups of Mountain Pilgrims, outreach which is going on in so that they will discov- through to the mum who specific parts of the county. In er more of Jesus and found God through Messy this edition we focus on the the Good News and Church, we’re looking at how west Cumbrian village of become followers of God is moving through people Moresby. Jesus within a in our towns and villages. Of course, we welcome Christian community. We also reflect on the further ideas for regular We’re bringing you wonderful pastoral work of features and content. You can a greater story count hospice chaplains, through the make contact with the editor and more people- eyes of Dorothy Derrick who Dave Roberts via details on centred content; every- has just retired after 10 years page 2. The beat goes on... Professional drummer Andy thing with God for All at with the Eden Valley Hospice’s We hope that you enjoy Kelly, pictured by Derwentwater, is working on a its heart. The God for All ecumenical chaplaincy team. the read! new Samba drum mission group with young people in Moresby. See pages 8 and 9 for more details... 2 The Way, Spring 2017 www.carlislediocese.org.uk INSIDE EVENTS AT A godparent’s for life, CARLISLE THIS CATHEDRAL EDITION not just for baptism APRIL Holy Week and Easter Services 2017 The Preacher for Holy Week will be the Rev Canon Michael Manley, Canon DANIELLE BENSON n Individuals provide Missioner, Carlisle Cathedral Sun 9 (Palm Sunday) - 10.30am, Clothes Bank advice, encouragement, Procession of Palms, the reading of the volunteer support and protection Passion Story and Eucharist sung by members of the Cathedral Choir; found faith 6.30pm, The Passion according to St By Sarah Hulme, Mark composed by John Joubert in Children & Families 2016 will performed by the Cathedral PAGE 4 Choir conducted by Mr Jeremy Suter Evangelism Enabler Mon 10, Tues 11, Wed 12 – all 7.30pm, Sung Eucharist. Preacher: Canon Michael Manley HAYLEY WISBEY CUMBRIA is at the top of the Thurs 13 (Maundy Thursday) - 11am, national league table when it The Chrism Eucharist sung by the comes to infant baptisms (often Cathedral Youth Choir referred to as christenings) and Preacher: Bishop of Penrith Thurs 13 (Maundy Thursday) - 7.30pm, Messy thanksgivings. The Eucharist of the Lord’s Supper Church to A third of all children born in sung by members of the Cathedral the county are being welcomed Choir followed by Watch of the Passion baptism PAGE 6 into the church before the age of Fri 14 (Good Friday) - 12 noon, A one; a figure which sits way above Meditation led by the Cathedral Youth the national average of 11 per cent. Choir; 1.30pm, The Good Friday Figures from the most recent Liturgy sung by members of the DOROTHY DERRICK Cathedral Choir. Preacher: Canon Jan Statistics for Mission (2015) show Kearton; 9pm, The Cross of Lights with that more than 1,500 were baptised music by the Cathedral Taizé Choir On her role across the county and, with chil- Sat 15 (Easter Eve) - 7.30pm, The dren having a minimum of three Easter Vigil & Confirmation by the as hospice godparents, that means we are Bishop of Carlisle sung by members of chaplain looking at more than 4,500 people the Cathedral Choir becoming godparents to children Sun 16 (Easter Day) - 8am, Said Holy Communion; 10.30am, Festival PAGE 12 in Cumbria just in the last year. Eucharist sung by members of the Why are godparents so impor- Cathedral Choir. President: The tant? A christening gives parents Christening: Parents want the best for their children Bishop. Preacher: The Dean; 3pm, CONTACT US the opportunity formally to involve CHURCH SUPPORT HUB Choral Evensong sung by members of other significant adults in their the Cathedral Choir. Preacher: Canon EDITOR: child’s life and faith. Parents view aging a relationship that will last at want their child to have the best start Michael Manley Dave Roberts least 20 years, probably a lifetime. in life and God’s blessing on them. Tues 18 to Fri 28 - South Aisle, Carlisle godparents as important for their Day Services Exhibition Tel: 07469 153658 child’s upbringing; available for In national research by the There are plenty of resources for Thurs 20 to Sat 22 - 5.30pm, Evensong Email: communications@ advice, protection, support and Archbishops’ Council, the biggest godparents to tap into, one being with the Clerkes of All Saints, York carlislediocese.org.uk encouragement. reason parents gave for wanting at www.churchsupporthub.org/ Sun 23 - 10.30am, Sung Eucharist with The choice of godparents often their child to be christened was to baptisms which also includes links the Cathedral Carliol Choir AD MANAGER: honours long friendships, and in ensure he or she had godparents. to more information about Sun 23 - 7.30pm, Shakespeare Event, Fratry Steven Bowditch choosing them, parents are envis- Linked closely to this, parents also Godparents’ Sunday on April 30. Tel: 01228 530159 MAY Sat 6 - 10.30am to 4pm, Tower Open The Way is the newspaper of the Church Day in Cumbria. It is produced in partnership WHY ARE GODPARENTS SO IMPORTANT? Sun 14 - 1pm, Duke of Lancaster between the Church of England Diocese of Regiment’s Thanksgiving Service Carlisle, the Methodist District of Cumbria, GODPARENTS are among Thurs 25 - 7am, Ascension Day Eucharist the United Reformed Church in Cumbria the most important people at and Churches Together in Cumbria. Sat 27 - 5.30pm, Evensong with Choir a christening; they make big of Oxton St Saviours Through Churches Together in Cumbria, promises to encourage their we ensure coverage of and distribution to godchild to grow in faith and Mon 29 - 5.30pm, Evensong with the the Roman Catholic, Salvation Army, Choir of Chester Cathedral Quakers and independent churches. The commit to helping them editorial team is made up of representa- understand how to live their tives from across the denominations. life in a Christian way. JUNE The purpose of The Way is to reflect the We asked families around Sun 11 - 10.30am, Eucharist for Trinity Church in Cumbria to itself and to our Cumbria what having or being Sunday. Preacher: Archdeacon of communities more widely. We do not seek a godparent meant to them: Carlisle, The Venerable Lee Townend to promote any particular theological Sat 17 - 7pm, The Sixteen (7pm talk viewpoint, but rather aim to stimulate Christening of Esther Ladds debate by featuring writers from a variety of and 7.30pm concert) “Esther’s godparents are Sat 24 - 12.45pm, Lunchtime Recital church traditions and from society more amazing. We are so blessed widely. While we are happy to consider to have them in our lives. by Concord Women’s Chorus unsolicited submissions, we operate largely on a system of commissions and do We love watching Esther grow in relationship with Lifetime bond: Left, Esther Ladds, centre, with parents Yvette and JULY not guarantee to publish any materials Sat 1 - 2.30pm, Ordination of Priests received. them all. It is so special to us Martin Ladds, the Rev Phil Jackson, behind, and godparents, from The views and opinions of contributors knowing that she has people Sat 29 - 12.45pm, Lunchtime Recital and advertisers do not necessarily reflect praying for her, ready to left, Fran Houston, Vicky Allison, Chris Allison and Joelle Raby; by Altrincham Choral Society the views and opinions of the partners. answer questions and sup- right, The Rev Tim Cooke baptises Talwyn Thomas in Ullswater The publisher takes no responsibility port her on her faith journey Musiclive@lunchtime for losses arising from information in as she gets older.” grows older, I am looking for- so there is a merry team to family. I see my role as one All concerts are held on a Tuesday in advertisements in The Way. Parents Martin the cathedral; start at 12.45pm and last and Yvette Ladds ward to being able to chat help guide Talwyn. I chose of maintaining a close rela- and encourage her as I share family members I can depend tionship as he grows.” 45 minutes. Admission £5, £4 for mem- “Being a godparent to my Christian faith.” upon to always be there as Chris Hulme bers of Carlisle Festival, £2.50 students Esther is so wonderful; it Joelle Raby well as wise Christian friends and under 18s.