Christ Church Magazine Serving the Community In the Parish of Christ Church Ashton-under-Lyne www.christchurch-ashton.org.uk
November 2012
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Price 30p
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BOOKS - BOOKS plus books for children! Enjoy a good read? For 50p? Plenty of choice. Take a look on the shelves at the back of Church!
Celia will make ‘Speciality Cards’ To order! Personalised and ‘Special order’ Greetings cards, Birthday, Anniversary, Congratulations etc. See Celia after the service for Your Special Cards.
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Church Diary November 2012 Sun 4th All Saints
Wed 7th
Sun 11th Remembrance
8.00am
Holy Communion Book of Common Prayer
10.30am
Holy Communion
12.30pm
Baptism
2.30pm
Memorial Service
10.00am
Holy Communion
3.00pm
Prayer Group at Joseph Jennings Court
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Service of the Word
Tues 13th
7.30pm
Wed 14th
10.00am
Holy Communion
8.00am
Holy Communion
Sun 18th 2 before Advent
PCC
10.30pm
Traditional Morning Prayer
12.30pm
Baptism
Wed 21st
10.00am
Holy Communion
Sat 24th
1.30pm
Wedding
Sun 25th Christ the King
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Holy Communion
10.00am
Holy Communion
Wed 28th
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Church Diary December 2012 Sun 2nd Advent Sunday
8.00am
Holy Communion Book of Common Prayer
10.30am
Holy Communion
12.30pm
Baptism
Wed 5th
10.00am
Holy Communion
Sun 9th Advent 2
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Service of the Word
Wed 12th
10.00am
Holy Communion
Sun 16th Advent 3
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Traditional Morning Prayer
12.30pm
Baptism
Wed 19th
10.00am
Holy Communion
Sun 23rd Advent 4
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Holy Communion
Mon 24th Christmas Eve
6.00am 11.30am
Tues 25th Christmas Day Wed 26th Sun 30th Christmas 1
Christingle First Communion of Christmas
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Holy Communion No service
8.00am
Holy Communion
10.30am
Holy Communion
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My Week on the Isle of Man On Thursday 4th October I flew to the Isle of Man with my friend Veronica, to stay with our other friend Val. Val, Veronica and I had been on the junior choir together in our teens. We had a good flight and were met by Val and her husband Graham. Graham drove us to the house by the scenic route which was lovely. We had lunch, then the three girls went for a walk on the promenade in Douglas. We sat admiring the view, while eating ice cream. In the evening we went to choir practise at Kirk Braddan Church, where Graham is organist and choir master. Val sings in the choir. Veronica and I tried robes on ready for Sunday morning. Friday morning we went into town shopping. Afterwards we went to Langness. We walked past Jeremy Clarkson's house and watched the seals in the bay. On the way back through Castletown Val pointed out where they used to live when they first went to the Isle, also King William College where Graham used to be head of music. On Saturday we caught the bus to Peel. Val was singing Choral Evensong at St Germain Cathedral with Voceo Insulae ( Kirk Braddan choir and other singers ) . While Val was rehearsing, Veronica and I went to the shops and walked along the promenade, then sat taking in the view of the castle. Later we went to listen to the choir singing which was wonderful. The introit was To Thee O Lord by Rachmaninoff.
Responses by Ayleward, Lords
Prayer by Lionel Pike. Magnificate and Nunc Dimittis by Noble in A minor. Anthem In Pace Iin Idipsum Dormian by Blitheman. Psalm 32 chant by Wesley The final response by Knight. Sunday morning we went to Church and sang in the choir. The Anthem which was chosen by Val was Let all the World in every Corner Sing by Harris. We used to sing it at
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The
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by Rutter. The Church was decorated with beautiful flowers and baskets of fruit and veg for Harvest. There was a Faith lunch afterwards, but Val had booked us Sunday lunch at a restaurant in Tholton. The meal was wonderful. Then we walked around the Glen at Wyllin Sulby. We finished the day with Songs of Praise. Monday we met Joan ( E mma Currah's daughter ) and her husband Ernest for coffee in the Chocolate Fairy cafe. They both send their love to everyone. Then we drove through Castle Town overlooking Port St Mary and Port Erin. We looked at some Manx houses then went on to Cregneash, watched seals in the bay next to the Calf of Man at the Sound. Tuesday Graham went to yoga, so we went to Douglas headland and walked through the glen. We all went for lunch at Niarbyl, which is a beautiful place. Later we went to Port Erin. As we were walking to the cafe we saw a small van which had fallen down a cliff. Luckily no one was in it. Wednesday we went to see Laxey wheel, had lunch in the corn mill cafe. We got the electric train back to Douglas. We had an ice cream then went to the local art gallery. Thursday after breakfast we sang O Turn Mines Eyes Away, and O Lovely Peace which is in two parts. Songs we sang in the junior choir. It was a lovely ending to a wonderful week with such fabulous friends. Unfortunately when Val and Graham got back home in the afternoon their garden was flooded.
Kath Nawaz
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Flowers in Church November 4th
Joan Sutton
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Beryl Fisher, Mr and Mrs G Mottram
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Mrs Davies, Mrs Armit
25th
Philip and Sheila Blanchard
Flowers in Church December 2nd
Evelyn Viney Tom Wragg Mrs Wood
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Ina Mellin Doris Hardy
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Ruth Kelly Anne Gordon
23rd
Angela Rabbyns Mary Mirfin Aseneth Creba Denise Croft
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Baptisms in Church September We welcome into God’s family, The Church: 2nd: Faye Jacqueline Cox Kyle Mason Ezra Francis Elliot Jack Harlow Aaron Joseph Whitlow Baptisms in Church October 7th
Lily Emma Cameron Blatchley Paul Simon Blatchley (A) Bethany Rose Brookes Natalie Jayne Jewitt (A) Abbie Louise Jewitt (A) Lois Smith
The Memorial Service celebrating the lives of our loved ones will take place on Sunday November 4th at 2.30pm. Please remember in your prayers those who are ill: At our Sunday services we pray for people by name who need God's healing touch. Pray with us now and include the people you are concerned about and are dear to you. Dear Father, Grant these people we pray for….. Christ’s healing power in Body and Mind and Spirit, and his Peace, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.
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Total banked, including all services and donations The Treasurer acknowledges Donations 02/09/2012 09/09/2012 16/09/2012 23/09/2012 30/09/2012
£670.50 £998.41 £501.14 £731.94 £463.27
Donations for the Book of Remembrance In loving memory of my dear husband Harold Armitage from his wife Betty Thanks to all who attended the Sale Salvation Army Band Concert. £240 was raised for the church renovations. "200 Club" October draw Winning Numbers 1st: 8 2nd: 5
3rd: 17
It is time to register for the 200 Club 2013. Please send me the forms and if you do not see me in church, would you please include a stamped addressed envelope? Thanks, Audrey
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Services and Readings for 10.30am Services November 2012 4th
Holy Communion
All Saints
Intercessions: Pauline Ward Readings: Katrina Deakin Isaiah 65: 17-25 Revelation 21: 1-6a Gospel: John 11: 32-44 11th
Service of the Word
Remembrance Day
Intercessions: Canon Johnson School Readings: Canon Johnson School Hebrews 9: 24-28 Gospel: Mark 1: 14-20 18th
Traditional Morning Prayer
2 before Advent
Intercessions: Rachel Hindle Readings: Philip Blanchard Daniel 12: 1-3 Hebrews 10: 11-14 Gospel: Mark 13: 1-8 25th
Holy Communion
Christ the King
Intercessions: Audrey Jones Readings: Walter Hatton Daniel 7: 9-10, 13, 14 Revelation 1: 4b-8 Gospel: John 18: 33-37
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Christ Church choir sing at Ashton Parish church “That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me”. John 17 verse 21 King James Bible Our church choir has sung at Ashton Parish Church on several occasions and Sunday 30th September was a wonderful Ecumenical evening of worship. We experienced Christian unity as various denominations joined together to praise God. There was a solo by a young boy, Samuel Williamson; items by the Good News Gospel Church and St. John’s choir Failsworth. Our own Christ Church choir sang a hymn written by Mrs May Foreman to the tune ‘Kingsfold’ and ‘Hebridean Gloria’ by Barbara Rusbridge
The gentlemen of the choir; From the left; Michael Clarke Walter Hatton and Philip Blanchard
Mrs Kath Nawaz, soprano from our choir at Christ Church choir sang ‘Pie Jesu’ by Andrew Lloyd Webber
The Ladies of the choir; From the left; Lesley Bunce, Kath Nawaz, Alice Cooper, Jacqueline Moran, Sheila Blanchard and our hymn writer May Foreman.
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Canon Johnson School Year 5 read the story of Noah and considered the mysteries within it. The one they considered the most was ‘Is there really a God in Heaven?’ The children thought about times when they considered God had been with them or helped them. They then turned their thoughts into questions in a poem. At the end of their poem, they answered their question. Is there a God in Heaven? Is He with me when I’m scared? Is He with me when I’m sorry? Does God give me courage? Is God there for me? Do I need God? Where is God? What does God do when everybody needs Him? Do I believe there is a God? Yes I do Reece Collins
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Is there a God in Heaven? Does He help me choose the right path? Does He stop me doing the wrong thing? Does He help me when I am worried? Does He help me whilst I’m asleep? Does He calm me down when I’m scared? Does He encourage me in my studies? Do I believe there is a God in Heaven? Yes I do Mohammed Rashid Is there a God in Heaven? Does He watch everything I do? Does He help me achieve my goals? Is He there when I am feeling frightened? Does He keep my family safe? Does He help me choose the right path? Does He care for me with all His heart? Does He help me be strong when my family leave me? Do I believe there is a God in Heaven? Yes I do Lily Press
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Look For Me Look for me when day is done Look for me in the setting sun. Here I wait to meet you there In answer to your heartfelt prayer I see you as you come in view The one so loved your whole life through. Love abounds in evening glow You’re here with me and now I know, The search you made has brought you home So you will never be alone. This is the moment God has made When twilight comes we stand amazed. Christos May Foreman
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The Church Christmas Fair will be held at Canon Burrows School on Saturday 24th November 10am-3pm Entrance free The church wardens, Janet and Colin, would appreciate any donations of bottles of wine for the wine hamper
Christmas Lights switch on Mulled wine, mince pies and Father Christmas In aid of church funds at Janet’s house Tuesday 11th December Tickets available from Janet
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Which Way To Go From birth to death there lies a road This road is where we'll bear our load. From being born we listen close And learn from those we love the most. As we grow, we learn much more About the world and who we are. What is our role, what must we do? As on the road we note each clue. Temptation comes in many forms Promising there'll be no storms. The choice is yours, it's up to you The road now forked, what shall we do. Two ways are now beneath our feet Will we go on or cry defeat. One wide, one narrow, we must choose If we will win or if we'll lose. A voice call's out "Come now with me" Forget the One who sets you free. My road is wide, more space to play Tomorrow is another day. But through the noise there comes a sound A voice that says, "We're homeward bound" Come choose the narrow way so true And I will always be with you. Christos May Foreman
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Important notices All prayer group meetings (i.e. Prayer of the Heart and Prayer Shawl) have been put on hold for the foreseeable future and will be reinstated when the work is completed. The prayers and shawl making will still continue at home by us both. Thank you for your support, we look forward to being reunited with you in the near future. We’ve a supply of completed shawls. If you know of anyone in need please contact Katrina or myself, we shall gladly distribute them. Love to all Your sisters-in-Christ
Pauline and Katrina Church cleaning To have the church ready for Sunday services will require more help during the roof repairs so could we ask for extra volunteers to assist and spend an hour or so on Saturday afternoons at a time to be arranged? Contact Colin or Janet if you can help. Thank you
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Important notices Mother’s Union Meetings There will be no Communion Services on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Also the meetings on the second Wednesday of the month, when we have a speaker, will be held at Canon Johnson School at 7.30pm, see next page for details. These arrangements will apply until the work has been completed and updates will be printed in the pew sheets.
Bernice Flowers for November Whilst the church is being restored, I will be bringing into Church for the 10.30 service just one arrangement. This we will send out to someone who is ill or needs cheering up.
Audrey
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Wednesday 14th November 7.30pm Chandra and Richard Law on ‘A Malay Wedding’ Canon Johnson School Wednesday 12th December 1pm Christmas Lunch at ‘The Heroes of Waterloo’ pub. See the notice at the back of church
Messy Church Our next meeting is on Saturday 1st December 3.30-5.30pm at Canon Burrows School. All ages welcome and all you need is a packed lunch
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6th Ashton Scouts Meeting nights Working together to support our young people All meetings at the Scout Hut, Cranbourne Road Beaver Scouts Ages 6 to 8 yrs Tuesday 6.30pm- 8.pm Leader: Joanne Moores: 01457 765302 Cub Scouts Ages 8 to 10 ½ yrs Monday 7.pm - 8.30pm Leader :Tony Hoskin: 07702 101659 Scouts Ages 10 ½ to 14 yrs Wednesday 7.pm - 9.pm Leader: Mark Fish: 07931 765121 Explorer Scouts Ages 14 - 18 yrs Thursday 7.pm - 9.pm Group Scout Leader: Chris Wilson Tel office hours 0161 308 2231 all other times 07714 457478 We hire out our building for parties and receptions;
Canon Burrows Sunday School
Joan Sutton 0161 330 9510
Canon Johnson Sunday School Elizabeth Travis 0161 339 3681
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7th Ashton Guide Unit All meetings at Canon Burrows School on Monday Night Rainbows 5.30pm 5 to 7 yrs Jackie Buckley 0161 612 0746 Brownies 6.30pm 7 to 10 years Rachel Hindle 0161 330 7789 Guides 7.30pm 10 to 14 years Young Leaders 14 to 18 years Female and Male Adult Helpers/Leaders 18 to 65 years Contact Colleen 0161 336 2922 colleenroberts@btinternet.com
Church Lads & Girls Brigade Meeting Nights Canon Johnson school Monday 6.30 - 7.45 p.m. All Sections Canon Burrows school Martins & Y Team Ages 4 to 9 yrs Wednesday 6.30 - 7.45 pm JTC & Seniors - 10 yrs upwards Thursday 6.30 - 7.30 pm Band Practice Thursday 7.45 - 9.00 pm Contact: Fred & Mildred Bennett 370 7968
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Our October speaker was Pauline Saxon who gave a very informative and interesting talk on the three revolutions: agricultural, industrial and transport. The working class had struggled for years, women often died in childbirth, children rarely reached twenty years. When the men were not away fighting in wars they had time to look at ways to improve the families’ lifestyles. Farmers realised by reducing the male livestock, families could eat better and over decades they were healthier and lived longer. They had made use of the animal skins for leather and the horns used for buttons. These items were sold to buy other produce. Others worked on steam engines which were invaluable in engineering. Spinning and weaving benefitted with the Spinning Jenny and larger weaving looms and eventually many woollen mills appeared and various other types of engineering workshops thrived. The canals could be ideal waterways and so barges appeared which were used to transport goods. Henry Rolls built the first Rolls Royce car in the Manchester area, many say these Manchester inventions put the Great in Great Britain.
Bernice
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A Rhapsody to Christ
Christ is our redeemer, at his cross we pray, With his love to guide us along his chosen way, The comfort at his altar, provides us with his care, That he gives to everyone of us, the love that we must share.
We cannot live without his words That comforts our troubled souls, And without his death we could not see, The miracle when he rose.
We all must love everyone who lives, To follow his Christian creed, Making each and all mankind Implanted with his seed.
Michael Clarke
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At the Cenotaph
The bomb was dropped and Hiroshima and Nagasaki were more or less obliterated and peace in the world had finally arrived when Japan finally surrendered. My dad was finally with us for good, and the horrendous slaughter of fine young men, who had never kissed or even held hands with a young lady, had ended. Running home from Sunday school on a cold wet November just after Bonfire Night, I noticed a small crowd opposite our front door, around the Cenotaph erected in Victoria Park opposite the house where I lived; but being cold and hungry, it was my priority to get sat down at the dinner table for my roast beef Sunday dinner. It was not until I was finally a Lifeboy in the 3rd Denton that the significance of the assembly gathered at the Cenotaph became known to me, especially the blowing of the bugle from the Boys Brigade’s solo Bugler and the poignant strains of the ‘Last Post’ pervaded the wintry air, bringing home to every one of us the sacrifices that these fine young men who gave their young lives for us so that peace would come at last. As the years gallop past, and we are now in the second decade of a new century, with all the rush, rush, rush, the modern gizmos and gadgets polluting everywhere, we must never, ever, forget the tremendous sacrifices that these fine young men gave for us so that we can reach our ripe old age, and even the freedom just to pray to our Lord Jesus Christ in the perfect sanctity of a fine church. Lord, be with these fine young men, now and forever.
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