T H E B OX G ROV E B U G L E THE MAGAZINE LINKING CHURCH AND PARISH Boxgrove Priory, The Priory Vicarage, Church Lane, Boxgrove, Chichester, PO18 0ED Phone: +44 (0)1243 774045 ~ Fax: +44 (0)1243 774045 ~ www.boxgrovepriory.co.uk
October 2017
The Tenth Duke of Richmond Patron of Boxgrove Priory
INSIDE THIS MONTH’S ISSUE Who's Who in Boxgrove .......................................... 2 The Diocesan Year of the Bible .................... From Fr Ian .................................................................................... 3 Parish Council News - September ............ About The Bugle ...................................................................... 4 Parish Calendar & Intentions ............................... The 10th Duke of Richmond RIP ...................... 5 Recipe: Kipper Pâté ....................................................... Walsingham ’Pilgrimage’, October ................ 5 Boxgrove Neighbourhood Plan ....................... Priory Sunday School ....................................................... 6 News from Boxgrove WI - September .... Harvest Thanksgiving, 8 October .................. 6 'Pin on a Pansy' - The Hospice .......................... August Cream Teas - report ................................ 7 The Julian Group ............................................................... Teaching in October ........................................................ 7 Bishop Luffa School admission 2018 .......... WSCC Mobile Library ................................................... 7 Boxgrove Companion Dog Show .............. School Autumn Fayre, 7 October ................. 8 The Friends of Boxgrove Priory ..................... Boxgrove Village Stores ............................................... 8 Boxgrove Gardeners' Club ................................. The Optimistic Gardener .......................................... 9 Services during the coming months ........ Forthcoming events in the Priory ....................... 32 The Priory Church of St Mary & St Blaise is a Registered Charity Nº 1131214
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Who’s Who in Boxgrove Priest in Charge Fr Ian Forrester, The Priory Vicarage, Church Lane, Boxgrove, PO18 0ED - 01243 774045 - revdianforrester@hotmail.com Hon. Assistant Priests Fr David Brecknell, 8 Priory Close - 01243 784841 Fr Victor Cassam, 195 Oving Road, Chichester - 01243 783998 Churchwardens Mrs Sue Chevis, Cowslip Cottage, Dairy Lane, Maudlin, PO18 0PE 01243 539836 - suecowslip@btinternet.com Mr Christopher Beazley, Warren Farm House, Warren Farm Lane, Chichester, PO19 5RU - 01243 763453 - ChristopherBeazley@europe.com Hon. Treasurer Richard Chevis, Cowslip Cottage, Dairy Lane, Maudlin, PO18 0PE 01243 539836 - rgchevis@btinternet.com Cathedral Link Mike Beaman, 10 Evelyn Avenue, Rustington, BN16 2EJ - 01903 367039 beaman_mw@yahoo.co.uk Priory and St Blaise Centre Bookings and Enquiries Richard Chevis - Cowslip Cottage, Dairy Lane, Maudlin, PO18 0PE 01243 539836 rgchevis@btinternet.com WSCC Member for Chichester North Jeremy Hunt, 3 Brandy Hole Lane, Chichester PO19 5RL - 0330 2224536 CDC Member for Boxgrove Ward & Chairman, Boxgrove Parish Council Henry Potter, The White House, The Street, Boxgrove - 01243 527312 Boxgrove CofE Primary School - Mrs Kim Thornton - 01243 773309 head@boxgrove.w-sussex.sch.uk Boxgrove Village Hall Bookings and Enquiries - Pat Burton - 01243 788332 Local Police
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Other useful contact details Citizen’s Advice Consumer Helpline: 0345 404 05 06 Action on Elder Abuse confidential helpline: 080 8808 8141 Action Fraud - national fraud reporting centre: 0300 123 2040 Page 2
From Father Ian Have you ever noticed that when something is important it tends to attract ceremonial? We know that there are certain ways we behave on somebody's birthday, and that the day is really incomplete without a cake, candles, a reasonable set of lungs, and a wish. There are very many other examples that we could point to. There was a period in English history when ceremonies were thought to be evil and superstitious. Indeed, in the Church of England there was even a time when clergy were imprisoned for carrying out simple church ceremonies that we take for granted now. Ceremonies capture truths and display them in a public way. Having a ceremony for something marks it out as important, and deserving of a special effort. This month I want to mention some funeral ceremonies: Greeting the Coffin - either just before a funeral service or, if the coffin is to rest in the priory the night before the service, the coffin is sprinkled with Holy Water as a reminder of belonging to the family of the baptised. The placing of a bible and crucifix on the coffin for the funeral service. They remind us that the bible teaches us the way to salvation, the crucifix proclaims the salvation earned for us by Jesus. The burning of the Paschal (Easter) Candle (and other candles) is to remember the power of the resurrection which overcomes death. The sprinkling of the coffin with Holy Water during the part of the service where we bid farewell again recalls our place in the family of the redeemed. The incensing of the coffin is a mark of honour and, as the incense rises, speaks of the place prepared for us in heaven. Every blessing to you all.
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THE BUGLE Articles on any aspect of Boxgrove news - village or Priory-based - are always most welcome. The Boxgrove Bugle is distributed free of charge to each household within the parish and published on-line; copies are also sent further afield, as well as being available in the Priory for visitors and non-residents of the parish. It has a current print run exceeding 700 copies per month. For the time being, items to be considered for publication should be sent to the Treasurer (see P2) for onward transmission to the Editor. Submission is requested by the 15th day of each month, please, for publication on or around the last Sunday of each month. Alternatively, items clearly marked “Boxgrove Bugle” may be left in the Vicarage postbox. Any other items relating to the Bugle should also be referred to the Treasurer. DATES 2017/18 Issue Month Copy Deadline Publication Date November 15 October 29 October December 15 November 26 November (Note: The Bugle is not published in January) February 15 January 28 January ADVERTISING RATES 2018 Per 1/8 page
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Please make cheques payable to: “Priory Church of St Mary & St Blaise” Advertisements are accepted in good faith, but no liability is accepted with regard to any services or goods offered howsoever arising.
The Boxgrove Bugle is published by Boxgrove Priory Parochial Church Council © and ℗ 2017 and may be read on-line in colour at http://www.boxgrovepriory.co.uk/boxgrove_bugle.html Why not add a link to your desktop? Page 4
The death of Charles, 10th Duke of Richmond and Gordon, has left us lamenting the death of a great friend of Boxgrove Priory. In a lifetime characterised by public service, a concern for others, and an admirable set of entrepreneurial skills, the Duke touched the lives of very many people. Alongside his business acumen there was a huge human warmth, a lively Christian faith, and a determination to use his privileged position for the good of the many. We shall carry a fuller appreciation of him in the next edition of the Boxgrove Bugle. May he rest in peace. Fr Ian
Come on pilgrimage with Our Lady of Walsingham to Chichester Cathedral Saturday 14 th October 2017 1130 1200 1430 1530
Arrival of the Image of Our Lady of Walsingham at the West Door of the Cathedral Sung Eucharist: Principal Celebrant The Rt Revd Philip North; Preacher: The Revd Kevin Smith SSC Sprinkling with Water from the Well at Walsingham and Healing Ministries Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament For further details please contact Fr John Eldridge: Tel 01903 247340; Email frjohn@live.co.uk
The Shrine of Our Lady of Walsingham website: www.walsinghamanglican.org.uk Page 5
PRIORY SUNDAY SCHOOL October 8, 11.00am November 5, *9.45am December 3, *9.45am
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October 22, 11.00am November 19, 11.00am December 17, 11.00am
*10.00am service in the Priory The Sunday School meets in the St Blaise Centre, generally at 11.00 am. Children are asked to arrive promptly so that the objective of the session can be explained to everyone at once. Children should be aged between 4 and 11 and they must already have started school (ie if they are aged 4 but have not yet started school sadly they are not eligible). There is no charge, and parents do not need to accompany the children. They don’t need to bring anything with them - just come along. Other services which may be of interest in December: 10th: Christingle, 4pm 24th: Christmas Eve Crib Service, 4.00pm 25th: Christmas Day Family Eucharist, 10.00am
HARVEST THANKSGIVING SUNDAY 8 OCTOBER 11.00am Joint Harvest Service followed by
12.30pm Harvest Lunch in the Priory Do join in: it's a great opportunity to get to know some of the people whose backs you see Sunday by Sunday! If you are attending, please add your name to the list at the back of the Priory or, after 30 September, ring Sue Chevis on 01243 539836. Please bring your own crockery, implements and a glass/glasses for your own use. For food, please either contact Sue or complete and return the form (copies of which may be found at the back of the Priory) as soon as possible to let her have details of the number in your party and what you plan to bring. Page 6
CREAM TEAS AT THE PRIORY For many people in and around Boxgrove, Sunday afternoon in August means cream teas in the Priory’s St Blaise Centre. The teas have certainly become a regular feature in recent years. This summer’s weather has proved to be a rather mixed bag, but Sundays in August were actually quite good and essentially dry, which meant many of the teas were served outside. We were very fortunate this year in that Juliet Brecknell generously offered to prepare and bake all our scones as the teas were being served. The smell of freshly baked scones wafting out from the kitchen was delightful, and needless to say the scones also tasted lovely. Small flower arrangements in china cups and saucers added to the “tea room” atmosphere. Numbers on the first Sunday were modest but included a small group of people on Harley Davidson bikes who had a tour of the Priory and are planning to come again next year. Each Sunday the numbers increased, and on our final session a group of ramblers came in and the afternoon became very busy indeed with over 70 cream teas sold as well as sales of tea and cake and even some takeaways. I am very grateful to those who made cakes and worked hard in the kitchen, to Sue Chevis who worked behind the scenes with advertising, to those who stayed behind to help with clearing up, and of course to those who came and supported us. My special thanks to Juliet for her very special contribution to the success of the teas, which raised just under £1,000 for Priory funds. Sue Jones
TEACHING IN OCTOBER WEDNESDAY EVENINGS IN THE PRIORY 7.30pm - 8.45pm 4th October - The Communion of Saints 11th October - Walsingham 18th October - Art and Faith th 25 October - What does baptism achieve?
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WSCC Mobile Library 6 & 20 October 2.10-2.40 pm Boxgrove Village Hall Tel: 01243 382470
Boxgrove C.E.P School is hosting an Autumn Fayre on Saturday 7th October ~ 11am to 1pm in the Vicarage Gardens (the St Blaise Centre if wet) Please do come along and join in the fun!
Boxgrove Village Stores In my youth the term 'the dynamic duo' referred to Batman and Robin; more recently I have applied it to Malcolm and Lesley Simpson. They have run the village shop with energetic efficiency, imagination, humanity and humour, and their service to our community has been of a very high order. We offer them our sincere thanks and very best wishes for the future. Fr Ian As their time as proprietors comes to an end many people have expressed a wish to show their appreciation for all Malcolm and Lesley have done in the service of the local community and the various organisations which enhance the life of the village. If you would like to make a contribution towards a gift to commemorate their time with us please speak to Henry Potter (527312), Margaret Marshall (536337) or Iris Watts (531216). Henry Potter
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THE OPTIMISTIC GARDENER High Trees - September 2017 - No.7
High Trees micro-brewery Here's ÂŁ500 back pay! Many years ago I was delighted to be given what I think was called the teacher's threshold payment. No special reason - not that they wanted to recognise my brilliance in the classroom or reward me for the zillions of extra hours I used to put in at evenings, weekends and in the holidays. No - everyone got it, as far as I can remember. And all those years ago ÂŁ500 pounds was quite a wad of cash and, as my dad would advise, to be used 'wisely and well'. So after a little thought I decided to purchase an apple press and all the trimmings. We had about nine apple trees in the garden and each Autumn there were so many wasted apples littering the ground it brought tears to my eyes. As we had considered spreading the harvest over a long period, the trees scattered their largesse over a period of several months. It began with a tree which was already in the garden called Laxton's Advance (a lead label found partially grown into the bark told us the variety) which gave us quite tasty eating apples in August. Of course the minute they hit the ground the rot set in and early apples don't keep however much you treat them with t.l.c. The last tree to drop its apple is a beauty called Ashmead's Kernel - a russet apple which is ready by November and keeps well until March. It has a good taste and is always a star of our Boxing Day waldorf salad! We also have Beauty of Bath, Spartan, Jupiter and Sunset for eating apples, as well as a crab apple and two cooking apple trees which were here when we moved in. So you can see we needed that apple press. I dreamed of drinking our own apple juice throughout the year and gallons of cider and who knows maybe also perry (pear cider). But our early attempts at cider making were always very hit and miss - well to be honest more miss than hit. It was rather thin and tasted only slightly better than premiere cru drain fluid. Rather disappointing! But, ever the optimist, I decided that what we needed Gerry wrestles with the crusher was to add some of the real thing to the blend - cider apples. These are apples which, because of their bitterness and dryness of flavour, as well as a high sugar content, are perfect for cider but not so good for eating or cooking with. /continued overleaf Page 9
I love to look through fruit tree catalogues but none more so than those which supply cider apples. The trees have such wonderful names. Who could not want Brown Snout, Tremlett's Bitter, Fair Maid of Devon, Joe's Old Socks or Hairy Armpit? Alright - some of these don't exist but our three trees definitely do: Kingston Black, Yarlington Mill and Brushwood Foxwhelp. We planted them about ten years ago and for the last two or three years have been taking enough apples from these trees to make cracking cider. Our method is this: ● When the apples start to fall send out the husband to collect them on the chicken feeding run*. Collect in buckets and cover with an old roof tile to prevent free ranging chickens from skewering the top layer. ● When there are enough buckets for a pressing (minimum is three or four), fill buckets with water and wash off bits of soil, grass clippings and wasps. Also cut out any badly bruised sections of apple. ● Feed the washed apples through a device sitting on top of the press called a crusher (see picture) which does what it says on the tin; avoid getting your fingers anywhere near the grinding teeth. The crushed apple** drops below into the main body of the press. ● When the pulp reaches the top of the press, cover with wooden disc, lower the arm holding the screw and walk round in circles wishing you had gone for the donkey driven version of the press. ● Collect the juice in a plastic bucket until no more juice flows, or you can't turn the lever any longer, or the bottom of the screw has been reached. ● Pour the juice into clean demijohns, leaving a small gap at the top as the initial fermentation is quite volcanic. Add an air lock. ● Leave for six to eight weeks, enjoying the rhythmic plopping of the air locks. With several demijohns on the go the sounds can be quite musical. ● Siphon the liquid off the sediment and top up with sugar syrup to create a secondary fermentation (for those lightweights like me who like fizzy drinks). ● Put away in a dark place and wait until you hear the first cuckoo (advice from Eddie Grundy - chief cider maker on The Archers!) ● Drink. _______________________________________________________________ *An extra bit of kit required these days is the long-armed litter picker so he doesn't have to bend over. ** Word of advice: if you are ever writing an article about cider making on an iPad try not to use the A word too often (the spell check always changes apple into Apple)! /continued overleaf Page 10
It really is as simple as that. Some years we make as little as 7 gallons. Other years (shades of Joseph and years of plenty) we have made as much as 44 gallons. Admittedly some of this was virtually undrinkable as we had not realised that the early apple juice is best drunk in its non-fermented state. It is a good few years since I have heard a cuckoo in Barnham, so in March you can often see a furtive Lesser Spotted Boxgrove Warbler hiding in the garden of High Trees doing cuckoo impressions. Sadly, the husband's hearing these days is such that he misses this rare migrant. Well, I had better stop now as there are eight buckets of *****s sitting outside the back door and that's three gallons of cider!
Janet operates the press
Janet Reeves
DIOCESAN YEAR OF THE BIBLE remaining events For event details check with venues or see the Diocesan website: www.chichester.anglican.org/bible/
OCTOBER 29 October BIBLE SUNDAY
NOVEMBER 26 November CONCLUSION OF THE YEAR OF THE BIBLE Cathedral Study Day on 4 November led by Professor James Dunn and Professor Steve Moyise entitled Troublesome Texts: Exploring Difficult Parts of the Bible from The Song of Songs to the Book of Revelation.
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BOXGROVE PARISH COUNCIL NEWS SEPTEMBER 2017 It was noted at the Parish Council meeting on the 4 th September that the leader of WSCC had written a rather scathing letter to the leader of our District Council criticising him and the Council for supporting a motion to proceed with the current consultation which resulted in further consultation on Option 2 of the original process. Since then, and despite efforts by our new MP, Gillian Keegan, Jim O'Sullivan of Highways England has written to the effect that we unite and show support for the agreed Option 2 or nothing further will be done!!! Louise Goldsmith's insistence that "no option is the preferred option" has resulted in a loss of a whole year. I'm very happy to see the re-tiling of the windmill is now complete and the scaffolding is removed. It is looking quite magnificent again, and the crown has been redecorated. I can't wait to see the sails refitted, though sadly I've learned this is not to be till next year. A vacancy has arisen of an allotment in Halnaker adjacent to the crossroads. These are owned by the Goodwood Estate Company and applications can be made to Jeremy Hills, the land agent. The Parish Neighbourhood Plan has now proceeded to the Regulation 14 stage and will enter a public consultation stage very soon. This consultation will be in the form of *Surgeries held in the Village Hall and the St Blaise Centre starting on the 30 th September and ending on 25th October. I do urge you all to attend one of these, as later on in the process your vote in a referendum will decide the eventual making of the NP. There is still a big issue with dog fouling on many of our footpaths! So much so that the District Council are launching a crackdown campaign to catch thoughtless owners who allow this fouling to happen. There is a substantial fine for anyone convicted of this offence, so please be warned. And please clear up after your pet AND TAKE IT HOME with you!! As I sit here writing this report the Annual Dog Show is under way on yet another lovely fine day, and I wish to thank all those folk who turned up this morning to help set things up. It made all the difference ... and I hope they will return later to help pack it all away. My best wishes to you all. Henry Potter *See Page 15 for full details of these Surgeries Page 12
THE PARISH OF SAINT MARY AND SAINT BLAISE, BOXGROVE MONTHLY CALENDAR AND MASS INTERCESSIONS
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HARVEST THANKSGIVING (Trinity 16) The Holy Guardian Angels Dedication of Chichester Cathedral Saint Francis of Assisi Feria Saint Bruno, Priest Our Lady of the Rosary TRINITY 17 Saint Denis, Bishop & Companions, Martyrs Saint Paulinus, Bishop Saint Ethelburga, Abbess Saint Wilfrid, Bishop, Secondary Diocesan Patron Saint Edward the Confessor Saint Callistus, Pope and Martyr TRINITY 18 Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin
Parish & people Those in Danger The Cathedral Staff The Unity of Creation The Departed The Charterhouse Growth in Prayer Parish & people The Church in France The Province of York Nuns Christian Unity
The Monarch Pope Francis Parish & people Closeness to the Heart of Jesus Saint Ignatius of Antioch, Bishop & Martyr Christian writers Saint Luke the Evangelist The Ministry of Healing Saint Philip Howard & the Sussex Martyrs Christians in Sussex of the Reformation Feria Walsingham Of Our Lady Grace to Forgive DEDICATION FESTIVAL Parish & people Feria Saint Stephen’s House Saint Antony Mary Claret, Bishop Mirfield Saints Crispin and Crispinian, Martyrs Abused children & Recovering adults Alfred the Great, King The Parish of Lessay Feria The Parish Lunch Club Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles Church Leaders ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY Parish & people Feria Greater patience Feria The Peace of the World Page 13
KIPPER PATE (kindly provided by Juliet Brecknell) This recipe was one of my Mother’s and has circulated around our family for three generations. It is delicious, inexpensive, easy to make, and can be frozen. Ingredients 2oz tin tomato puree 2 (6oz) *pit kipper fillets 6oz softened butter Lemon juice Salt and pepper and parsley for decorating Method 1. Line four ramekin dishes with cling film, allowing cling film to fall over the edges 2. Simmer kippers in bag as directed; allow to cool 3. When cool enough to handle, remove skin and mash with juice of the bag 4. Place with butter and lemon juice in a liquidiser and blitz 5. Put in prepared ramekin dishes; cover top with surplus cling film 6. Place in fridge to chill To Serve Up-turn onto a platter and decorate with parsley To freeze Put surplus ramekin dishes in freezer bags and place in freezer for other occasions Enjoy. Juliet Brecknell * - From Wikipaedia: Smoke roasting: Smoke roasting or 'smoke baking' refers to any process that has the attributes of smoking combined with either roasting or baking. In North America, this smoking method is commonly referred to as 'barbecuing', 'pit baking', or 'pit roasting'.
The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' in the Church basement on Friday at 7:00pm. The congregation is invited to attend this tragedy. Page 14
Boxgrove Neighbourhood Plan Public Consultation Surgeries Boxgrove Village Hall Saturday 30 Sept: 10am - noon Wednesday 4 Oct: 6 - 8pm Monday 9 Oct: 2 - 4pm Saturday 21 Oct: noon - 2pm Wednesday 25 Oct: 7 - 9pm
Saint Blaise Hall Sunday 1 Oct: 11am - 1pm Sunday 15 Oct - 10.30am-12.30pm The Boxgrove Neighbourhood Plan team invite all the residents of the Parish of Boxgrove to attend one of a series of Consultation surgeries to comment on the proposed policies in the Plan. Members of the team will be on hand to answer questions and to modify the Plan where appropriate before it is finalised. Having a NP is important to you because the policies it contains have to be used by Chichester DC when determining planning applications in the Parish and used by the Parish Council to determine policy. An adopted Plan also secures for the Parish 25% of all funds raised by CDC through the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) to spend as you wish. In advance of the event you are encouraged to view the latest draft Plan on our website and contact the team about any issues in the Plan which may concern you. Our dedicated website www.boxgrovenp.org gives the details. Please come along to one of these sessions or have your say via the website. After the consultation stages you will be asked to cast your vote at a public referendum.
The oldest computer The oldest computer can be traced back to Adam and Eve. Not surprisingly, it was an Apple. But it had an extremely limited memory: just one byte and everything crashed. Page 15
NEWS FROM BOXGROVE WI SEPTEMBER 2017 The President welcomed members back after the summer break and then told the meeting of the sad loss of two of our members. Jane Hald had been a long standing member of the WI and the Priory. She started our flourishing Book Group and also instigated our very popular Literary Lunches. Jane also started the Over 60's Lunch Club held in the St Blaise Centre each Friday. We shall really miss her and we send our regards to her family. We also lost Joan Simpson, whose son Malcolm runs the Village Store. In the time that Joan had been a member she had brought much fun and laughter to our members. She will be sadly missed in the future. Our Speaker for the September meeting was Ben Cross, who spoke about the growing of Alstroemeria and the state of British flower growing. His talk was full of very interesting facts and figures, iterated in a very assured way. We were given the opportunity to buy flowers, preserves and aubergines. We plan to visit his Nursery next year. Jill Dipple had made two tasty cakes for our tea, which we all enjoyed. All arrangements are in hand for our forthcoming Literary Lunch in October, and discussions took place regarding our Christmas Lunch. We have a delegate attending the Annual Meeting of the West Sussex Federation of WIs in Worthing and will provide a basket. Our "adopted garden" at the St Blaise Centre has been a picture all summer and, even now, still has lots of colour in it. It was much admired during the Priory Sunday Cream Tea events held in August. Members were thanked for the Posies, the Raffle and the Teas. The Boxgrove WI meets each second Wednesday of the month and we welcome new members and guests. Chris Potter President
Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community. Smile at someone who is hard to love. Say 'Hell' to someone who doesn't care much about you.
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PIN ON A PANSY FOR ST WILFRID’S HOSPICE St Wilfrid’s Hospice in Chichester is inviting you to ‘Pin on a Pansy’ in support of its DREAMBUILDING fundraising campaign for its state of the art new Hospice in Bosham. The limited edition brooches, designed by Chichester jewellers Timothy Roe, will be available from the 4th September. Inspired by the wonderful gardens at the Hospice’s current premises in Grosvenor Road, the pansy pins are 16mm in diameter. They are made of hallmarked sterling silver and the central enamel ‘well’ comes in either blue or purple. This enamel contains a tiny amount of earth from the garden as a permanent keepsake of the much loved Hospice. The pins are also available in 9ct gold with blue or purple enamel centres, and each pin comes in a black pouch. Pansies are recognised as a sign of spring and often are used as early blooms in pots and flowerbeds. However, many people know little of their symbolic importance: pansies represent friendship, loyalty, love, and remembrance. Shakespeare often featured them in his work, with Hamlet and A Mid-Summer Night’s Dream both showcasing the blooms, signifying remembrance or sorrow for a loved one. The Hospice is incredibly grateful to Timothy Roe Fine Jewellery, who have also made the moulds and created five exclusive jewelled versions all free of charge. These bejewelled versions will be auctioned at a later date. The Hospice is suggesting a minimum donation of £45 for the silver pins, and £250 for the 9ct gold. To purchase a pin please visit www.dreambuilding.org.uk, email dbfundraising@stwh.co.uk or call 01243 775302. The DREAMBUILDING Team at SWH Tel: 01243 775302 dbfundraising@stwh.co.uk www.dreambuilding.org.uk St. Wilfrid’s Hospice, Chichester www.stwh.co.uk
Golfer: Caddy:
Anyone for Tee? Do you think I can get there with a 5 iron? Eventually. Page 17
JULIAN GROUP The Boxgrove and Tangmere Julian Group meets on the second Monday of each month at 3.15pm at the St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove. Notices with details of venue are placed on the Church noticeboard. The theme for each monthly meeting is as follows: 9 Oct
Made Strong in Faith (Enfolded in Love - Julian of Norwich)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
13 Nov
Choosing God (The Wisdom of Julian of Norwich - Short Text Ch 20)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
11 Dec
'Peace on Earth, Goodwill to all Men' Luke 2 v 10-11
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
8 Jan
Full Joy in Him (Enfolded in Love - Julian of Norwich)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
12 Feb
'Lead Kindly Light' - Hymn 392 New English Hymnal
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
12 Mar
Sin Cannot Hinder Love (Enfolded in Love - Julian of Norwich)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
9 Apr
God so Loved ... (Enfolded in Love - Julian of Norwich)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
14 May
Quiet Afternoon
(to be advised)
11 Jun
All Shall be Well (The Wisdom of Julian of Norwich - Long Text Ch 27)
St Blaise Centre, Boxgrove
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Anyone for Tee? Golfer: Caddy:
I'd move heaven and earth to break 100 on this course. Try heaven - you've already moved most of the earth. Page 18
Admission to Bishop Luffa School for September 2018 This article outlines how the system works for applications to Bishop Luffa School Bishop Luffa School is a mixed 11-18 Church of England comprehensive school and its distinctive Christian ethos is a key element of the School’s character and success. As a Church of England academy, Bishop Luffa directors set the admissions policy that supports the School’s Christian character. There are “Community” places for children of parents who live locally but have no church connection, but the majority are “Foundation” places reserved for children and/or their parents who worship regularly at their local church. Categories within the Foundation places distinguish length and frequency of attendance, and denomination. The school is frequently over-subscribed, and directors make every effort to apply the Admissions procedure fairly and impartially. No consideration is given to academic ability or aptitude; directors have information only concerning the church attendance of children and/or their parents. All applications for Foundation places must be accompanied by a Church Support Form. These are sent directly to the clergy. We enjoy working closely with all churches locally. At a recent Partnership Morning, local clergy and lay people visited form worship and lessons, observed a busy breaktime and discussed their experience with pupils and Sixth Form students. One visitor felt that the morning “provided much evidence of strong and nurturing relationships in all areas of the school”. The School prospectus, containing full details of the Admissions procedure for children seeking a place as Year 7 pupils in September 2018, is available from all primary schools in the three deaneries. Supplementary Information forms are available at the Open Evening on Thursday 5 October or afterwards from the School. Please see us: you would be most welcome to join us at Open Mornings on Tuesday 10 and Wednesday 11 October. For the Admissions Arrangements and the latest Bishop Luffa news, please contact Mrs Gill Cooper, Clerk to the Board of Directors and Admissions Secretary at 01243 787741, or visit us online at www.bishopluffa.org.uk.
Nick Taunt Headteacher Page 19
The Boxgrove Companion Dog Show Saturday 23 September This year's Dog Show was as good as ever, with a great variety of different breeds entered for the competition by the proud owners and others just coming along for the fun. There was also a selection of stalls selling, among other things, books, food and, of course, dog-related goods. The Guide Dogs for the Blind came, too, with some 'retired' dogs. A very enjoyable occasion in lovely late September sunshine.
Many thanks to Sylvia St Aubyn Hubbard and all who helped with the planning, logistics, baking, book-collecting, etc. The amazing (provisional) sum of ÂŁ2,999.04 was raised, to be shared between the Village Hall and the Priory - two excellent causes. (It is understood that the organisers have subsequently received several offers of 96p!)
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THE FRIENDS OF BOXGROVE PRIORY “It is a magical church full of echoes of French influence along the Sussex coast. Its crossing is a mystery of light and dark and the great chancel is alive with Tudor roses and heraldry. The De La Warr chantry contains beautiful early French motifs from a Book of Hours. These must be some of the best renaissance carvings in any English church. They make Boxgrove very special.” Sir Simon Jenkins
Please consider becoming a Friend Secretary: The Secretary, Friends of Boxgrove Priory, c/o Cowslip Cottage, Dairy Lane, Maudlin, Chichester PO18 0PE +44 (0)1243 539836 Registered Charity Nº: 1104062
BOXGROVE GARDENERS’ CLUB Summer Programme of Visits to Gardens 2 October: The Old Vicarage, The Street, Washington - 2pm We visit a variety of gardens, then November-February we start our talks in the Village Hall on the third Thursday of the month at 7-9pm - always very informative about the finer points of gardening as well as being very entertaining. It's only £10-00 to join per year and we would love to have new members. Contact Doreen Johnstone on 01243 771655 or email doreenandian@btinternet.com for more information
Don't forget the items for sale in the Priory Postcards, choir recordings, the Priory DVD and much, much more Page 21
HOLY HOWLERS
HELP YOUR LOCAL HOSPICE
from the archives
All your waste paper (except envelopes), magazines, newspapers, junk mail, catalogues, directories and cardboard can raise money for St Wilfrid’s Hospice.
The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes all meals. ◊ This evening at 7.00 pm there will be hymn singing in the park across from the church. Bring a blanket and prepare to sin.
The recycling bins are still in the Boxgrove Village Hall car park but have been moved to the far end so are no longer so obvious. Please use them and tell your friends about them.
◊ The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.
Note: envelopes can go in your 'burgundy' Council recycling bin.
'COMPLETE' or 'FINISHED' ...? No English dictionary has been able adequately to explain the difference between these two words. In a recent linguistic competition held in London and attended (supposedly) by the best in the world, Samdar Balgobin, a Guyanese man, was the clear winner. The question was: How do you explain the difference between COMPLETE and FINISHED in a way that is easy to understand? Some people say there is no difference between COMPLETE and FINISHED. Here is his astute answer: When you marry the right woman, you are COMPLETE. When you marry the wrong woman, you are FINISHED. And when the right one catches you with the wrong one, you are COMPLETELY FINISHED!!!
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We are seeking unwanted sewing machines, carpentry, garden or engineering tools Both Tim Pullan and Malcolm Knight collect such items, for "Tools for a Mission" and "Tools for Self-Reliance" respectively. All items become completely refurbished before being despatched to varying parts of Africa and thereby helping families and individuals to start or expand their business. Tim Pullan can be contacted on 01243 532065 and Malcolm Knight on O7722 115212
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I B Electrical Services Est 2003
THE SAINT BLAISE CENTRE BOXGROVE The Saint Blaise Centre is available for hire at very reasonable rates and offers a comfortable environment with fully-equipped kitchen.
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Enquiries/bookings please contact the Treasurer - 539836
Call Ian on 07873 358855
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Podiatry & Chiropody ‘for all your foot care needs’
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Vehicles collected from and delivered to your door in Boxgrove and surrounding areas. Courtesy car if required. Prompt, friendly and reliable service
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Blacksmith · Fabricator · All Welding · Railings, Gates, All Garden Furniture to Requirements · Trailers Built to Specification & Repairs · Agricultural Equipment Built and Repaired For a free quote or advice please contact Ivan on 01243 527400 or 07775 124843
07886 307227 Services & Music events in and for the Priory Friends of Boxgrove Priory The Boxgrove Bugle Diocesan e-bulletin All available at www.boxgrovepriory.co.uk
DAVID DOYLE
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Reflexions Ladies’ Health and Beauty Therapy Clinic Waxing, Manicure, Pedicure, Non-invasive hair removal, Annemarie Borlind Facial Treatment (New Organic Skin Care) Thermo-Auricular Therapy (Hopi Ear Candling), Gift Vouchers Available For more information or an appointment call Pam on Fontwell (01243) 814648 Ladies Only
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Services for the coming months Daily Mass in the Priory: Monday - 8.00am (9.00am on Bank Holidays); Tuesday - 10.00am (with a Short Homily and followed by coffee); Wednesday 8.00am; Thursday - 7.00pm; Friday - 12 noon; Saturday - 8.00am and 6.00pm (which counts for Sunday communion). Confessions heard by appointment. OCTOBER 2017 (Year A)
NOVEMBER 2017 (Year A)
1 TRINITY 16 8.00am Communion † 10.00am Community Mass
2 ALL SOULS 7.30pm Solemn Requiem
8 HARVEST THANKSGIVING (Trinity 17) 8.00am Holy Communion † 11.00am Harvest Mass followed by 12.30pm Harvest Lunch in the Priory 15 TRINITY 18 8.00am Holy Communion † 9.30am Solemn Mass 11.15am Parish Mass 22 DEDICATION FESTIVAL 8.00am Holy Communion † 9.30am Solemn Mass 11.15am Parish Mass 29 ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY 8.00am Holy Communion † 9.30am Solemn Mass 11.15am Parish Mass
5 FOURTH BEFORE ADVENT 8.00am Communion † 10.00am Community Mass 12 THIRD BEFORE ADVENT REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 9.45am Solemn Requiem 19 SECOND BEFORE ADVENT 8.00am Holy Communion † 9.30am Solemn Mass 11.15am Parish Mass 26 CHRIST THE KING 8.00am Communion † 10.00am Community Mass
† Traditional Rite
Forthcoming events in the Priory See also Page 13 for service intentions throughout October 8th October: Harvest Lunch after Mass 22nd November: Shopwyke Singers Concert, 7.30pm
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