The Upper Derwent News Parish of Thornthwaite cum Braithwaite with Newlands www.crosthwaitechurchkeswick.co.uk/tbnewlands.html After Jesus died the women went to his tomb. It was April/May 2017 ‘Our purpose is to serve Jesus Christ and share God’s love with all’ 2 WHO’S WHO IN THE PARISH OF THORNTHWAITE CUM BRAITHWAITE WITH NEWLANDS Vicar: We are in an Interregnum. If you wish to contact a member of the clergy : Revd. Stuart Penny MA, Rural Dean & Vicar of Crosthwaite 72509 [email protected] Otherwise contact the Churchwardens below: Churchwardens: Mr Colin Grant, Sour Riggs, Thornthwaite 78288 Mrs Christine Lewis, Mereside, Thornthwaite 78108 Mr Trevor Longley, 1 Melbecks, Braithwaite 78512 Local Lay Ministers: Colin Grant - see above Trevor Longley - see above Jackie & Peter Williams, Greystones, Braithwaite 78333 Sylvia & Alan Williams, 3 Coledale Gardens, Braithwaite 78454 Safeguarding Co-ordinator: Mrs Tessa Longley 1 Melbecks, Braithwaite [email protected] 78512 Secretary: Mrs Tessa Longley 78512 Treasurer: Mr Colin Grant, Sour Riggs, Thornthwaite 78288 Organist: Mrs Sue Grant, Sour Riggs, Thornthwaite 78288 Hall Bookings: Mrs Sue Grant, Sour Riggs Thornthwaite 78288 Parish Paper Ed: Mrs Christine Lewis, Mereside, Thornthwaite 78108 Thornthwaite cum Braithwaite Victory Memorial Hall Booking Secretary: Mrs Penny Woodyer, Shotover, Braithwaite 78394 [email protected] Braithwaite Voluntary Car Service: Ms Anne Armfield 78336 Newlands Institute Mrs Jenny Grange Newlands Gate, Swinside. CA12 5UE 78222 3 Dear Friends, In the last edition of the Parish Paper Trevor was reminding us that even in the late doldrum days of winter there is much to be looked forward to and to be excited about. Not least is the re-awakening of the land as spring gets hold, the crocuses and daffodils start to emerge, the days get longer and the sun gets higher and warmer. As we write the season of Lent has just begun with its call to move out of our comfort zones as we look forward to the great celebration of risen life on Easter Sunday. What might you give up or maybe take up for God this Lent? What are your fears, hopes, aspirations? For us in this Parish it is a time for prayerful reflection and dedication but also a time to thank God for an opportunity for further new beginnings. Not simply because it is spring, nor because it will soon be Easter, but importantly because He has given us, in the person of Judith Ashurst, a New Vicar. We were able to make the joyful announcement of her appointment on March 12 after what will have been an en- couragingly short interregnum. Since moving into Braithwaite Judith and Colin already have become a valued part of our fellowship, and although it will be a month or two before Judith is formally installed we are already looking forward to her leadership and deep involvement in God's work in the Parish. Judith and Colin come as a strong team, and some will already know that we are delighted that Colin has become a Governor at the school and will undoubtedly be a source of strength as he brings his skills to bear in that role, as well as to the life of the church. We believe it is the intention of the Diocese to let the vicarage since Judith and Colin will continue to live in their own home. Judith's role will not be full time, so there will need to be a continuing strong involve- ment of laity in the work of the church, both in the normal life of the church and also the social & pastoral aspects of the villages that form the Parish. We still look for more involvement and help in these areas, so please let us know where you can help! Many will be heartened to know that we have at last submitted the faculty applica- tion for the first stages of the renovation work at St. Mary's church. The work will be started as soon as possible depending on the timing of the faculty approval and the choice of contractors to do the work. You will of course be kept fully informed about the timing and the implications as far as the availability of St. Mary's for services is concerned. And finally, don't forget the APCM on the evening of April 30 where we receive the annual reports and elect church officers and PCC members. With our best wishes. Colin Grant, Church Warden 4 The Bishop of Carlisle has appointed the Revd. Judith Ashurst, previously Associate Vicar of St. Mary’s and St. Cuthbert’s, Chester le Street in the Diocese of Durham, as Priest in Charge (House for Duty) in the Parish of Thornthwaite cum Braithwaite with Newlands. Judith & Colin Ashurst We moved into Braithwaite on 5th September 2016 and this first 6 months has flown by. If you haven’t found us yet, we live in Oak Side just in the little group of houses by the Royal Oak car park. It is great living here, we have felt so wel- comed, met so many people and are really enjoy- ing exploring our beautiful new surroundings. We’ve been coming to the North Lakes since we got married. We stayed at the Lodore Hotel for our honeymoon and we’ve been to the HBP many times. So we already knew the area quite well, but it’s better living here! Over the years we’ve lived in London (East Twickenham), Crawley, Huddersfield, Cambridge, Durham and Chester le Street. Colin worked as an Accountant, in IT and most recently teaching at a business school. Judith went from banking to Relate and was a local preacher in the Methodist Church for many years before becoming a Reader and then getting ordained. Jess, our dog (now 11 years old) lives with us, but our daughters Rachel (24) and Sarah (20) have stayed in the north east. Rachel got married last year to John, a paramedic. Rachel is a self-employed photographer – portraits and wed- dings. Sarah is at Teesside University studying Crime Scene Science. Judith is looking forward to starting work here in the parish. Colin has just joined the governing body at Braithwaite School and, among other things, is working as part of the diocesan team for the Moving Mountains mission next year. We love cooking, gardening, walking, going to the theatre and seeing friends. It’s been great to start making friends here and we look forward to making many more. 5 Members of the Village Lunch Group, enjoying Christmas lunch at the Coledale Inn, Braithwaite. The lunches are a weekly event where local people are able to share a good meal and lots of chat. Anyone interested in coming along should contact Gary or Pam on 78272. Heather the Sheep Returns to Braithwaite School 6 NEIL BEATY CHIMNEY SWEEP OPEN FIRES, STOVES & COWLS FITTED CLEAN, PROMPT & RELIABLE SERVICE TEL 017687 79085 MOB 07835 976030 Paul Rowlands Plumbing (Keswick) Need a Plumber? Plumbing and maintenance Bathrooms, En-Suites, tiling Showers, outside taps Tap washers, burst pipes Radiators, water cylinders Toilet cisterns, leaks etc Kitchen plumbing Keswick 80472 or mobile 07970 842604 SADDLEBACK SLATE WORKTOPS, FIREPLACES, MEMORIALS, NAMEPLATES, NUMBERS & TABLEWARE. RIVEN SLABS, WINDOW SILLS, PAVING, WALLING STONE, QUOINS & FACIAS. 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After that and until retirement, he worked on the railways; at the time of the closure of the Cockermouth, Keswick, Penrith line, was a platelayer along the stretch of track be- tween Braithwaite and Bassenthwaite then, with the closure of the line, he transferred to the Coast Line at Workington. Retirement may have beckoned, but Raymond did not stop working. For a while he was a handyman at the Portinscale Hotel, and later helped his nephew, Stephen, with his sheep at Lorton and Clifton Moor, doing stonewalling, fence work and general farm work. There was an occasion, when Raymond was sweeping the chimney; as the brush went up the flue, he added one rod, then another; absorbed in his task, so it went on. Unbeknown to him, the brush had long since come out the top of the chimney and was soon down in the road the other side! Not only did Raymond enjoy gardening, he was also a keen sportsman. He enjoyed playing and following football. He also played Badminton, Tennis and Squash, and not only played, he also coached juniors and organized matches amongst the villages. People who knew Raymond said that he was quite a character – the best people are! At the same time, Raymond was a gentle, unassuming man who endeared himself to many people. Raymond certain knew what he liked and didn’t like, and he certainly didn’t like telephones and wouldn’t have one in the house: ‘I don’t like these modern inven- tions.’ Within the process of grief, we remember our loved ones with affection, whilst at the same time grieving their loss we celebrate their life, treasure our memories, and give thanks to God.