The magazine of the Clyne Trinity Ministry Area, covering the Parishes of Killay, Sketty & Tycoch
July 2019
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Dear Friends Scripture tells us that holidays are good for us.
Some porters were hired to carry a group’s possessions on a trip through the jungle. The pace quickly increased until the head porter called a halt: ‘We’ve come so far, so fast we need to take a break and allow our souls to catch up with our bodies!’ How often do we feel like this? July is a month when many of us take a break. Jesus and His disciples often took time to withdraw from the crowds: ‘because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, He said to them, ‘Come with Me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.’ (Mark 6: 31,32). Jesus saw how tired and stressed His disciples were and wanted to give them a break from their busy lives. He loved them and cared about their wellbeing. He longs to do the same with us, so we can restore the balance of work, rest and play in our lives. Going on holiday or taking time off gives us an opportunity of letting go the burdens of everyday life and renewing our rest in Him. This enables us to entrust Jesus with our issues and concerns, as we take time aside declare a holy day or holiday! The story is told of the aged Apostle John playing with doves. A passing hunter expressed surprise at what a man as pious as John was doing. John pointed to the bow in the hunter’s hand and asked him why he carried it with a loosened string. The hunter replied, ‘it loses its strength unless it is given the chance to unbend’. John replied, ‘why are you surprised that a servant of Christ should not relax to keep himself stronger for his work?’ Holidays – a time to rest, to renew our batteries is an essential part of life, a necessary part of maintaining good mental health and general wellbeing. New experiences, fresh places that inspire us and make us more thoughtful of creation, the beauty of the world – of which we are one small part, that’s what holidays are all about. There are two thoughts I have about holidays. One is we need to pray for those who, for a variety of reasons, are not able to enjoy a time away. These could be financial constraints, social and mobility issues – and there are those who simply do not like being aware from their usual surroundings. Page 3
Secondly – don’t forget the church when you are away. Our churches still need to be open, bills still need to be paid, the work needs to continue, even though we are relaxing, enjoying ourselves somewhere else. Some use the Gift Direct scheme operated by the Church-in-Wales, this ensures regular payments are directly taken out of our bank accounts, no matter where we are, and no matter what we may be doing. To find out more about this scheme, either visit the Church-in-Wales website, or simply follow this link https://www.churchinwales.org.uk/resources/gift-direct/ Your Friend & Vicar
Canon Phillip
Killay and Tycoch 100 Club Winners for June
A draw was made at St.Martin’s on Sunday 16th June and the following winners numbers were pulled out – 1st Prize – Sue Jenkins (No:20) All Souls – 2nd Prize – Hazel Richards (No:32) All Souls. So what is 100 Club and how can you join? The Club is open to up to 100 members who agree to belong for a year at a time. Each member is allocated a number or numbers. Each month, a draw takes place; the owner of the first number drawn wins £35, the owner of the second number drawn wins £15. At Christmas, an additional draw takes place for a prize of £100. The cost to members is just £3 per month. The simplest way to pay is to set up a standing order of £3 per month, either in the bank or with online banking. As an alternative, members can pay by cheque (or cash); one annual payment of £36 or two half yearly payments of £18. The PCC's agreed that each parish hosts the draw on alternate months. The cost of prizes should be equally shared by the two parishes. The revenue for each parish simply depends on how many of their allocation of numbers they sell (Tycoch has been allocated 1-50 inclusive; Killay 51-100 inclusive). 100 Club organisers at your church have registration forms and standing order forms available for anyone who would like to join. To find out more contact a Churchwarden or Sub-warden in your church. Page 4
Parish News Killay We pray for those who are ill at home, in hospitals or nursing homes. Our thoughts and prayers are also with those who lovingly care for them day by day. Phyllis Harris, Emlyn Bawden, Joan Dobbs, Eunice Miron, Fr. Roy Blewett, Margaret Harris, Barbara Jones, Phyllis Davies, Bernard Connors, Eddie Rowe and Dr. Ann Ryan (both remain in hospital). We are pleased to see Gwynneth Prestwood and Julie Cole back in our midst after both having undergone eye surgery. *** We send our sympathy to Eileen Wilson and family on the death of her much loved brother Neville Hansen. *** We were all saddened to hear of the untimely death of Gill Weston whilst on holiday in Verona with her husband Jeff and daughter Paula and son-in-law Paul. Our prayers go out to them, her grand daughters and her great grandson. Gill was a regular attendant at St. Hilary‘s on Thursday morning and she will be very much missed. St. Hilary's church was full on Friday 28th June with her family, friends and church family present. The Vicar read from St. Pauls's 1st letter to the Corinthians and her daughter Paula gave a moving tribute to her mother. Gill was born in Aberdare and married Jeff in St. Fagan's Church, Trecynon in 1963. They commenced their married life in Pencoed - Paula was born in 1968 and Jeremy in 1971 - sadly Jeremy died some six years ago. His death had affected Gill and it is only recently that she had been feeling stronger and that was one of the reasons that they had decided to return to Verona, a place they had holidayed as a family in 1984. It was also where Gill had spent her 60th birthday enjoying the Opera. Gill and Jeff (who was a Police Officer) moved to Swansea in 1978 - Gill working at Swansea Goldsmiths and then, until retirement, at the DVLA. Gill supported many, many charities and spent hours and hours making cakes for Children in Need etc. She and Jeff loved music and socialising with friends, some from their early childhood. She was proud of her grandchildren (Charlotte, Tamsin and Georgia) and was so delighted to be a great grandmother to a boy - Lucas. The comfort to the family of Gill's death is twofold: Firstly Gill had spent the last day of her life enjoying walking on the cobbled stones, Page 5
drinking fine wine, eating good food and laughing and then finishing off the night in the hotel bar with a double brandy. Secondly, because of Gill‘s charitable nature, Jeff and Paula decided to give a final gift- that was a gift of life - so now Gill is living in another person, because they donated an organ to someone who was a match for her. Tasmin stood and read a letter she had written to her Grandmother - apologising for not being able to kiss her goodbye, but thanking her for the care she had bestowed on her and the time she had spent cooking and laughing with her. She ended her letter with these words “Grandma I am happy that you will now be with Uncle Jeremy.” May they both Rest in Peace. CHRISTIAN AID MAY 20l9
Thank you to all who supported the Christian Aid Collection - the total sent by the Parish and individuals came to around £700. The money raised went directly to Carmarthen and will be put towards making childbirth safe for mothers and their babies. We can feel justly proud that, by our generosity and our prayers, we are helping to give the world's poorest mothers the chance to life. Thank you again. Eileen
New member of music team in St.Hilary’s
Chris Samuel and Lynne Novis are joined from this month by Huw Thomas. Huw will play on 1st and 4th Sundays at 11am in St.Hilary’s – thus ending the need for Lynne to shoot off up to Killay after already having played in Tycoch. Huw and Janey live in Southgate, Pennard and have been worshipping with us for some months. Both previously played for some years in St.Peter’s, Newton. Indeed, Janey formerly taught at Pen-y-fro Primary School in Dunvant. Both were very good friends with the late Tony Glasson, and have covered for him on several occasions over the years.
COME ON LET’S CELEBRATE
It is always good to get together, towards the end of the month, Greater Gower Deanery comes together at St.Paul’s Church in Sketty. On Sunday 21st July we meet to worship God at 3pm, to share, to celebrate, to worship – together. What a great opportunity to mix with others from neighbouring parishes within the Deanery. The Guest Speaker will be Mr. Tim Hollingdale, Diocesan Ministry Area Officer. Page 6
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Parish News Sketty Hopefully the warmer weather will help those among us with aches and pains as well as cheering us all up after the unseasonal chill of June. It's pleasing to know that Roger Penton and Hazel Gabriel are now both out of hospital and we wish them well. The musical quiz evening held recently was a great success and it was lovely to see so many there. Thanks to the Fellowship committee for organising the event and for serving up a delicious meal. Holy Trinity celebrated its 50 years last month and many attended the special service of celebration and afterwards enjoyed a slice of the celebration cake and coffee. A nice display of photos of its early days was on show which brought back many happy memories. An article and photos appear elsewhere in the magazine.
As the summer school term winds down to the summer holidays, so many of the organisations break up until September. One such is St Paul's Lunch club, but before we do we will celebrate with Dorothy Heywood, who will be 100 years young in August. We will then have three centenarians in club. Don't forget Holiday Club which will run mornings between 29 July-1 August. We must also soon say goodbye to two parishioners, Ann and Andrew Hill who are moving to the South coast to be nearer to family. They have both contributed so much in their few years with us, Alpha, Open the Book and PCC being some. Thank you Andrew for taking on the role of PCC secretary over the last year. We shall miss you both. Sue James
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Parish News Tycoch The Summer months have arrived, not as warm as last year, at least we don’t have to get the hose pipes out to keep the grass alive. The Vicar and I were out taking in the fresh air last week and we met Betty Williams (Harlech Cres), Mike, and Betty’s other son from London. I must say how well Betty was looking, she was her bright cheerful self, and was enjoying the company of her 2 sons, it was lovely to see her albeit in a wheelchair.
Some sad news, Ann Ryan has suffered from painful feet for a number of years but continued to carry on doing as much as she could with the support of Mike. Unfortunately over the past month or so Ann’s mobility has decreased due to the pain and she has undergone major surgery. Mike says, she is now free from pain and starting a programme of rehabilitation. Please remember Ann, Mike and their family in your prayers. Sian Gwynn
At long last Jean Dawson has had her surgery, she is back at home and making progress.
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Holy Trinity Church 50
Holy Trinity Church- where did that name come from? There was a Holy Trinity in Pleasant Street (just off Alexandra Road) but it was destroyed by bombing during the war. After the war, the “powers that be” decided to apply the War Damage Compensation money towards building a church to serve the growing new community in Sketty Park, and it followed that on a cold and wet 2nd June 1969 the new Holy Trinity Church was dedicated. We had watched its Construction eagerly, from the foundations upwards, and on that blustery evening the church was absolutely packed- every seat taken and standing room only, in the aisles and on the stage. Canon Garfield James once said that he envisaged Holy Trinity as being a “centre for the community”, and so it proved to be.
Every Sunday there was morning Eucharist and Evensong. On Wednesday there was a morning Communion service followed by Tea/coffee etc, which still continues. Groups soon followed- Ladies Guild the two Youth Club session Brownies and Guides, the ‘Agape’ group for older teenagers and Mother and Toddler group. The youngsters also helped with planting the holly trees in the grounds which are still flourishing. Holy Trinity has had its fair share of weddings, christenings and funerals , family parties and many other events. The Youth Club put on Talent Shows and also performed its own Cinderella Pantomime and The Jungle Book- this when a pathway through the deepest snow had to be dug out to get to the front door! Later on Sketty Players also entertained with several plays and their own Cinderella, which were very well received. Julia Mitchell.
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Historical photos of Holy Trinity being consecrated.Â
In 1st pic: the crucifer is a young Canon Andrew Knight. Below: Vicar (back left) is Rev Garfield James and Bishop (middle) is Rt Rev "Jack" Thomas. 2nd back left is again Andrew Knight.
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Diary of regular meetings Killay
(Meet in the Parish Centre St Hilary’s Church unless otherwise stated)
Music Society Mothers’ Union Brownies Ladies Guild Luncheon Club Bowls
7.30pm on 2nd Monday 2.00pm on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays
6.00pm every Tuesday
7.30pm every Wednesday 11.00am - 2.00pm every Wednesday 7.00pm - 10pm every Friday
Simeon Fellowship Playgroup
7.15pm 1pm - 2.30pm
last Tuesday of the month at Dunvant RFC every Friday (term-time)
1.30pm 10.00am 9.40am 2.15pm 12.30pm 12.30pm
Monday (term time) Tuesday (Parish Centre in term time) Thursday (Holy Trinity in term time) 1st and 3rd Tuesdays
Wednesday (term time) Friday
Sketty Prayer Group TOTS Mothers’ Union Sharing Together Lunch Club Tycoch
Thursday
Coffee and Catch up every 2nd Thursday Sing along with Sarah: 9.30 - 10.30am Rainbows: 5.15pm (Term-time only) Guides: 6.30pm (Term-time only)
Saturday
Lets Play Dance: 10.00am to 1.00pm Church Hall users
Karate: Monday 5pm and Wednesday 5pm and Friday 5.30pm Zumba: Monday 6.30pm
Our Vision: A family, rooted in Christ, committed to transforming lives by: Gathering as God’s people – Growing more like Jesus – Going out in the power of the Spirit. Page 15
St Martin’s Church, Dunvant celebrates 70 years
July 26, 1949 - 2019
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Leap of Faith
Photograph by Canon Peter Brooks
When I See hang gliders I am always reminded of this story:
A photographer was taking some pictures of a hang-glider on a rainy day and saw that he was leaping from the mountainside straight through a rainbow. The photographer saw this as a perfect symbol of faith and hope. The hang-glider had no proof that his wings would support him, but he trusted himself to the very strong possibility that they would and made the leap of faith. He had of course tested all his equipment and knew from his own experience and that of others that his forward momentum would create an upward pressure from the air on his sloping wing-surface. But he couldn't see the air, and he had to launch himself, trusting to the invisible forces to support him. Of course, his faith was justified; he had an enjoyable afternoon and a superb view, and the photographer got a picture of his life time! Page 18
I like to use this illustration when I am preaching about having faith. We can't see God, but we know from our own experience and that of millions of others, that when we trust in God, He will uphold us. Our faith in the existence of God is based on the Bible teaching and from the experiences of those who have gone before us. Like the hang gliders we learn from those far more experienced than us. Hang gliders must believe what they are told about the properties of air and trust that if they step off the cliff, with their gliders they will be carried safely along. Many people have made what we call, ‘a leap of faith’. For example, they have believed that God wants them to serve Him in a dangerous place and have given up everything to try to be obedient to His will for them. They step into the unknown trusting in God’s everlasting arms to uphold them. Why then, do we believe in God? What evidence do we have that convinces us He exists? Perhaps we have had our own Damascus experience like Paul. But, for most of us, faith grows slowly and has to be worked at. We learn from one another by sharing our experiences. Through taking risks we learn more and more that God is there, and our confidence grows. Although we can’t see Him, we feel His presence. If God is asking us to make our own leap of faith? If we trust in Him and take that first step into the unknown, we may find that we experience wonder and joy beyond anything we have experienced before. It doesn’t mean life will be any easier, but it does mean that our faith will carry us through situations and difficulties that others would not survive. AMEN. Many Blessings, Marian S. C. L.
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Ladies Guild Killay Our speaker on 29th May was Ms. Janice Richards whose talk was entitled “Behind The Black Door”.
When Janice left school, her parents urged her to learn shorthand and typing, which she did. This enabled her to obtain a post as a secretary in the Department of Education and Science. After three years she applied for, and obtained, a post in the secretarial pool in No 10, Downing Street; there she was one of twelve elite secretaries based in the “Garden Room”, one of the nicest rooms in No.10 once used as a sitting room by Winston Churchill. In time, Janice became head of the department. Janice worked there during the tenure of six Prime Ministers beginning with Edward Heath, followed by Harold Wilson's second term, James Callaghan, Margaret Thatcher, John Major and finally Tony Blair, during whose time she took early retirement. She described the systems of work inside No.10 and spoke, very discretely, about each PM. However, she did surprise us by telling us that Mrs Thatcher, apart from having an insatiable appetite for work, also prepared all the family meals and did the ironing! Janice was awarded an MBE and later an OBE and all the surviving PM's attended her retirement reception. It was an absolutely fascinating talk, delivered concisely without a single note and described by some members as the best talk this year. ab The Guild annual Summer trip took place on June 5th, when 32 members and friends visited Tewkesbury. It was a very relaxing and pleasant day spent either visiting the beautiful 11th century Abbey and, or, taking a boat trip on the rivers Avon and Severn. On our return journey we visited the Mason's Arms in Bryncethin and, although the main course was most enjoyable, there was a problem with staffing levels and most members had to forego their much anticipated desserts! ab th Our speaker on June 12 was Christopher Evans whose father and grandfather ran a corner shop in Broadmead for many years. He is now manager at the Lakeland store at Parc Trostre. Page 20
Christopher told us the history of Lakeland which began life as Lakeland Plastics in the1960's by Alan Rayner who recognised the usefulness of plastic bags during a visit to an agricultural show in the Lake District. In 1964 he and his brother set up the company selling plastic bags to cover haystacks, silage bags and Lammacs (bags to keep newborn lambs warm!). As home freezers became popular, they branched into selling food bags and kitchen utensils. The name changed to Lakeland in 1999 and the business is still family run, with 67 stores nationwide selling 4000 different items. All staff are trained to do everything within the store and are empowered to make decisions without reference to managers and can borrow products from the store for trial purposes. Christopher said it is the best job he has ever had. ab Sharon Morgans and her team from Swansea Mobile Foot Clinic, were our speakers on June 19th. Sharon started the business 13 years ago, and a clinic has been held in the Parish Centre at St. Hilary’s for over a year. They now have 16 regular venues in the Swansea area. She explained that the importance of foot care cannot be over emphasised, especially since the NHS stopped treating people over the age of 60. Home visits, hospital and respite visits can be arranged in addition to the regular foot clinics. Several Guild members already attend the clinic, but Sharon also recommended having a foot health check every year, to avoid potential problems developing. They will give advice on which shoes to wear, which creams to use, and she also explained how medication can affect the feet, which many of us hadn’t ever considered. ab th On June 26 , we were pleased to welcome back one of our favourite speakers, Julia Evans, to show us and tell us about a series of dolls, created and dressed by her, depicting the theme of her talk. The first two dolls, dressed as cavemen, were “Hunter Gatherers” the earliest inhabitants of the Carmarthen, Llanelli area of West Wales. Further character dolls took us through history from the Roman invasion to Cromwell, the Civil War, Page 21
Industrial Revolution and on to the town of Llanelli in the 18oo's. The dolls were exquisitely made with particular attention to detail, which we were all invited to hold and examine. Some of those present, regarded the “piece de resistance”, a 10 foot long tapestry of the dolls in the talk, sewn and embroidered by Julia. A very talented lady and most enjoyable evening. ab As part of Swansea city 50 year celebrations, Killay Community council plan to present a display. If anyone can provide photos or memorabilia of Killay in 1969, please contact Nigel.fletcher2014@gmail.com
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Kenya: Severe Drought 2008-9 Kenya is a highly drought prone country, because of its peculiar eco-climatic conditions as only about 20% of the territory receives high and regular rainfall. The rest, i.e. 80% of the territory, is arid and semi-arid lands where annual rainfall is 19 inches compared with 45 inches here in Wales, and periodical droughts are part of the climate system. Droughts in Kenya adversely affect all sectors of the economy and the population at large. This is because it: 1) affects water supply in both rural and urban areas, 2) leads to reduced hydropower generation and power rationing, 3) causes crop failures and reduced food security, 4) causes deaths of humans, livestock and wildlife, 5)
leads to job losses when industries shut down as resources get depleted, 6) causes the deterioration of human health due to malnutrition and poor access to quality water and 7) causes conflicts between communities and wildlife. The scorching effect of droughts also leads to environmental degradation causing desertification. Droughts are generally associated with the failure of the seasonal rains. The two major rainfall seasons in Kenya are the long-rains (March to May) and the short rains (October to December). Impacts of drought are demonstrated in the photographs below; The landscape photos are of dried up river beds.
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Boreholes
There are many boreholes which could provide fresh water if only it could be harvested. During the past 10 years Unesco have been using satellite technology to identify where the water is and using aquifers to draw the water from underground. Other methods include water divining which in itself has been successful but it is the cost of boring the holes which has been the main bugbear in the past. Tanks are also placed in strategic positions so that if and when the rain does come they can save the water by ducting it using plastic pipes from guttering on buildings directing the water into the tanks. Dave Coffey (All Souls, Tycoch)
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Music Society Killay At the June Meeting Mr Howard Mortimaire, one of our regular speakers, gave a talk entitled ‘The Life of Richard Baker�, which proved to be surprising, enjoyable and very informative! The voice of Richard Baker introduced the first news bulletin broadcast on BBC television.
But it was a year before he was actually seen on screen, going on to become one of the most familiar faces on TV. A keen music lover, he branched out to present the Last Night of the Proms and was a regular on the panel game, Face the Music. He also presented music programmes for BBC radio as well as voicing the popular children's series, Mary, Mungo & Midge. Richard was born in Willesden, north London, on 15 June 1925, the son of a plasterer. His father was a keen amateur singer who encouraged his son to take up the piano. Academically gifted, Richard won a place at grammar school before going to Peterhouse College, Cambridge, to read history and modern languages. Two terms into his university education, he joined the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve. He found himself on a minesweeper attached to the supply convoys to Russia, one of the most dangerous and gruelling theatres of the conflict. He whiled away the time by reading Tolstoy's War and Peace, as well as collating
information about his then admiral, Sir Gilbert Stephenson, which formed the basis for a biography Richard later published on this pioneer of anti-submarine warfare. The war over, he returned to his studies at Cambridge, where he became an enthusiastic member of the Marlowe drama society. On graduation he began acting in various repertory companies and secured a short attachment as an English teacher in a London grammar school. In 1950, he wrote to the BBC asking if they were recruiting actors, resulting in an offer of a job as a presenter on what was then called the Third Programme, much later to become Radio 3. It was a dream job for the young man with a deep interest in classical music. When the news department began planning bulletins, Richard and Kenneth Kendall were recruited and it was Richard who introduced the first BBC news bulletin on 5 July 1954. The bulletin itself was read by the doyen of radio announcers, John Snagge.
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At first the BBC refused to allow newsreaders to appear in vision. "It was feared we might sully the stream of truth with inappropriate facial expressions," Richard later recalled. "Instead the viewers saw pictures making the news." When ITN prepared to go on air with named newscasters in 1955, the BBC relented - to the extent that it allowed Richard and Kendall to appear on the late-night TV news summary. "It was hoped not too many people would be watching," Baker said wryly. Two years later Richard, along with Kenneth Kendall and Robert Dougall, became the regular faces of BBC TV news bulletins. Richard's calm and unflappable style proved invaluable in the days when technical problems often bedevilled the bulletins. The scripts on the Autocue, from which the presenter read, were held together by sticky tape which often peeled away. Film footage shot on location, which had to be couriered back to the studio, sometimes failed to arrive on time or, if it did, the film broke or the machine failed, leaving an embarrassing gap. Inevitably, despite the wishes of BBC management, the newsreaders became personalities in their own right, purely because they were appearing in the nation's living rooms every night. Richard recalled being sent jumpers knitted by adoring fans and he began to be recognised while out shopping.
In 1969 Richard was narrator of the BBC children's series, Mary, Mungo & Midge, which ran for 13 episodes, and he later narrated another children's series, Teddy Edward. Richard’s high profile led to three guest appearances on Monty Python's Flying Circus and, in 1977, he joined other BBC presenters to take part in a performance of the song, ‘There is Nothing Like a Dame’ on the Morecambe and Wise Christmas Show. In 1982, he decided to leave the TV news desk but his voice continued to be heard on BBC radio where he presented, among other programmes; Start the Week, These You Have Loved and Your Hundred Best Tunes. For many years he fronted the Last Night of the Proms from the Royal Albert Hall, resplendent on a balcony festooned with streamers. In 2015, along with other veterans of the Arctic convoys, he received the Ushakov medal, to recognise the bravery of British sailors who assisted the Russian navy. In his final years, Richard moved to a retirement home. He was a little unsettled at first but soon found a way of integrating. He would read all the newspapers and cut out the interesting headlines. Then, at Six O'clock, he would read them aloud to his fellow residents over supper. For the great news man it was a smaller audience than he was used to; but one which was no less appreciative of his talent.
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Mothers’ Union Sketty During the month of June we have had some very good speakers. One was Dr Cath Lloyd on a –”Washington Experience”. Very interesting. Then we had Mrs Mary Edwards- “Long Lost Family”. In July we are visiting the Lamplighter, Bishopston and our last meeting for the summer is Mrs Brenda Shiel talking about her workshop project in India. We then finish until September. Iris Jones Branch Leader. *** If you're looking for a day trip, when and if the sun ever comes out, why not travel up the Heads of the Valleys road ( A465 ) and see the awesome roadworks to make the road a dual carriageway to Abergavenny. Then take the A40 to Crickhowell, just voted the best place to live in Wales! Try a lunchtime snack at the picturesque Bridgend inn . Then back onto the A40 and visit Brecon, then make for Sennybridge and pass Cray, down the Swansea valley to Swansea......a pleasant round trip of around 100 miles! Recommend it…… Mike and Sylvia.
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Wordsearch It is easy to understand the popularity of Mary Magdalene over the centuries: she is the patron saint of repentant sinners, and so represents all of us. We honour her on the 22nd of July. Jesus drove seven demons from Mary, who came from near Tiberius in Galilee. Mary is thought to have been the woman who anointed Christ’s feet in the house of Simon (Luke 7:37. She certainly followed Jesus to the biHer end – from Galilee to Jerusalem. Mary was present during the crucifixion, standing heart-broken at the foot of the cross. Her love for Jesus did not end there, for she went to the tomb to anoint his body on the Sunday morning. Such faithful, humble devoLon was richly repaid: she was the first person to whom the Risen Lord appeared on Easter Sunday morning. She thought He was the gardener at first. Mary Magdalene’s feast has been kept in the West since the 8th century. England has 187 ancient churches dedicated to her, as well as a College in both Oxford and Cambridge. Mary Magdalene Patron Saint Jerusalem
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Mothers’ Union Killay On 4th June, Mr Ralph Bettany and Mr Mike Sadler gave a talk on the history of St Madoc Centre, a Christian youth centre. In the 1930’s, a parcel of land, 76 acres, was purchased at an auction in the Metropole Hotel in Wind Street by the then Borough Engineer of Swansea, also a churchman. In 1944, a charity was set up to provide rest and recuperation for servicemen of WWII. Pre-fab buildings were set up on the said land, now known as Llanmadoc camp. Ralph showed a short film about the Centre and the beautiful countryside. It became a Christian youth camp during the 1950’s and 60’s. In 2008, there was a complete re-build. Open throughout the year, the Centre caters for all Christian groups and even does weddings. On the property is a barn used as a chapel and a bungalow. Local schools and church groups, some from England and abroad, stay at St Madoc. Up to 80 pupils and their teachers can be accommodated in the dormitories in bunk beds. In 2018, 44 different groups, schools and organisations used the Centre, “a place”, said Ralph “to receive from God”, a sacred place for healing, revelation and
salvation. There are prayer meetings every morning in the barn. For those unable to pay, bursaries have been set up. Ten trustees and eight staff run the Centre with the help of volunteers. Ralph, a trustee, said prayers and constant financial support is needed to keep the Centre running; they rely on God to provide. Mike has been involved with St Madoc for six years; he said it changes lives and many visitors have become Christians. He talked of the facilities on offer: children learn about the sheep and pigs kept there, an environment officer teaches them about the countryside, the birds, animals and insects. Children have time and space for exploration and growth in God’s name. The Centre is also open to all to visit at any time. Mike suggested it would be a lovely day out. It can be seen online and visits can be booked. The Secretary thanked Mr Bettany and Mr Sadler for giving their time to talk to our branch and, with God’s help, the Centre will continue with it’s Christian work for many more years.
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On a chilly June 11th afternoon, Branch Leader Carole, Treasurer Alan, Sandra Secretary and Pat Stratton, a former M.U. Trustee, arrived at St Peter’s Church, Newton. We were warmly welcomed by Jennifer Williams, Branch Leader, to a service of thanksgiving to celebrate the centenary of St Peter’s Branch. Included in the service was the hymn “Take my life and let it be”, written by Frances Havergal, a former resident of Newton, and the Branch banner was re-dedicated. Also taking part in the service, were Sally Freedman, Swansea and Brecon Diocesan Leader, Jill McPherson, Greater Gower Deanery Leader and Rev’d Julie Wagstaff, M.U. Diocesan Chaplain. After the service, we were invited to the Church Hall for a very satisfying afternoon tea, meeting up with friends from around the Diocese.
❁ Due to unforeseen circumstances, on June 18th, a change of speaker saw Mr Vivian Griffiths, armed with several Welsh wool blankets, arrive to talk about Neath Abbey Woollen Mill. He and friend Mr Larry Watkins, are members of Skewen and District Historical Society which has a collection of many old films and photographs of that area. A film from1967 was shown of the working mill in Neath Abbey with sheep on the mountains and at Drymma Farm. After shearing, the wool is bagged and weighed; wool for the mill was purchased from the Wool Marketing Board. In Victorian times, the nearby river was dammed to provide
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water for the mill and, until 1933, there was a water wheel. Most of the machinery used in the mill was made by a local Neath firm and mainly local women worked there. The film showed the wool being spun on huge giant spools, stretched into strands and woven on giant looms with bobbins of various colours. The woven material was washed in wooden tubs pounded by paddles, dried, then placed in large wooden presses. A local school was shown at the end of the film with pupils dressed for St David’s Day in their shawls which had been woven at the mill. When the mill ceased production in Neath Abbey, for
some time parts were displayed in Swansea Museum but is now in Castle Emlyn. Products made with Welsh wool are very popular with visiting American tourists. Alan Pickard, Treasurer, thanked Vivian for his talk, stating that with so much heavy machinery in the mill, health and safety a few years ago seemed to be non existent. The Annual Summer Tea will be held in the Parish Centre
on Tuesday, July 2nd at 2:00pm.
Tickets are £3.
There will also be a raffle.
All are welcome.
Did you grow up in the 60’s? You’ll like this… What do you call the wife of a hippie? Mississippi. St Martin’s Church is available for hire. It can accommodate about 35 people. If you are interested, please contact Church Wardens.
St Hilary’s Church Hall – Parish Centre Two large rooms with refreshment and disabled facilities available for hire ….. parties, anniversaries, meetings etc.
Phone 07562377157 Page 36
July Rotas Sidespersons August
Julie Cole, Janet Jones, Spencer Thomas, Pam Davies
St Hilary’s Church, Killay Readers 7th 1st Pat Stratton 2nd Julie Cole 14th 1st Haydn Osborne 2nd Val Beynon 21st 1st Ken James 2nd Alan Clewett 28th Sunday School / Worship Leaders 4th 1st Cath Swain August 2nd Ann Llewelyn
St Martin’s Church, Dunvant Readers 7th Eileen Harris 14th Elaine Redmond 21st Lynne Lewis 28th Margaret Draisey Sidesperson 7th Elaine Graves 14th Sue Dimblebee 21st Gareth Dimblebee 28th Roger Draisey Altar Flowers 7th Eileen Harris 14th Gareth Dimblebee 21st Joyce Hoskins 28th Flower Fund Bread & Wine Elaine Graves Holy Dusters Elaine Graves & Joyce Hoskins
Offertory Procession 7th Glenys & Lyndon Hall 14th Sue & Bob Mapp 21st Eileen Nielsen, Sheila Betts 28th Family Service 4th August
Christine Williams, Val Beynon
Altar Flowers 7th Eileen Wilson 14th Memory of Gareth Llewelyn 21st Sally Bowen 28th Marian Halsey Sidespersons July
St Paul’s Church, Sketty
Cath Swain, Val Beynon, Jan Lewis, Christine Williams
Sponsor for Bread & Wine Betty Nutt Church Cleaning Eileen Nielsen Coffee 7th Eileen Nielsen 14th Joan Smith 21st Ann Llewelyn 28th Choir
Leader 7th 8.00am 10.00am 11.15am Music 7th 8.00am 11.15am Page 37
Vicar Café Church Vicar Said Richard Burden
July Rotas Eucharistic Assistant 7th 8.00am Biddy O’Kane 11.15am Elaine Gale Intercessor 7th 8.00am Vicar 11.15am Vicar Reader 7th 8.00am Sue Mitchell 11.15am Anne Rees Duty Warden 7th 8.00am Jane Watkeys 10.00am Eifion Francis 11.15am Jane Watkeys 10th Wednesday
11.00am Warden Reader
Duty Warden 14th 9.30am Jane Watkeys 11.15am Janet Vine 6.30pm Eifion Francis 17th Wednesday
11.00am Warden Jayne Vine Reader Joyce Philips
Jayne Watkeys Jayne Watkeys
Leader 14th 9.30am Vicar 11.15am Sister Marian 6.30pm Alan Griffiths Music 14th 9.30am Jill Francis 11.15am Richard Burden Eucharistic Assistant 14th 9.30am Viv Lewis Liz Jowett 11.15am Mattins Intercessor 14th 9.30am Ann Penton Reader 14th 9.30am Carol Davies, Elaine Gale 11.15am Janet Vine 6.30pm Harold Grenfell
Leader 21st 8.00am Vicar 9.30am Vicar 11.15am Vicar Music 21st 8.00am Said 9.30am Jill Francis 11.15am Richard Burden Eucharistic Assistant 21st 8.00am Biddy O’Kane
9.30am Karen Philips Sue James 11.15am Elaine Gale Intercessor 21st 8.00am Vicar 9.30am Karen Williams 11.15am Vicar Reader 21st 8.00am Liz Jowett 9.30am Jen Davies, David James 11.15am Elaine Gale Duty Warden 21st 8.00am Jane Watkeys 9.30am Jane Watkeys 11.15am Janet Vine
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July Rotas 24th Wednesday
11.00am Duty Warden Eifion Francis Euch. Asst. Clive Garrish Reader Jan Bowen
All Souls Church, Tycoch Sidespersons Andrew Morrish, Mary Levi, Nicola Tanner Readers
Leader 28th 8.00am 9.30am 6.30pm
Vicar Vicar Vicar
7th
Music 28th 8.00am 9.30am
Said Jill Francis
28th David & Sue Jenkins
Eucharistic Assistant 28th 8.00am Biddy O’Kane 9.30am Ken Lewis, Elaine Gale Intercessor 28th 8.00am 9.30am Reader 28th 8.00am 9.30am
Vicar Liz Jowett
Alayne Jenkins & Ken Ellis
14th Mary Levi & Dorothy Daulby 21st
Family Worship
4th August
Howard & Hazel Richards
Intercessions 7th
Dave Coffey
14th Mike Williams 21st
Family Worship
28th Vicar
6.30pm
Dr Anne Rees Sue James Chris Vickery Mary Davies
Duty Warden 28th 8.00am 9.30am 6.30pm
Jane Watkeys David James Ken Lewis
4th August
Dave Coffey
Eucharistic Assistant / Altar Servers 7th
Pam Williams
14th Celia Hall
31st Wednesday
11.00am Duty Warden Jane Watkeys Euch. Asst. Clive Garrish
21st
Family Worship
28th Howard 4th August
Alayne Jenkins & Nicola Tanner
Church Cleaning Volunteers - 1st Saturday of the month
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Parish of Killay - Who’s Who Vicar:
Rev’d. Canon Phillip Gwynn, BA, MA, DPS, Cert. Theol. The Vicarage, 68 Ffordd-yr-Olchfa, Sketty, Swansea. SA2 7RF email Phillip@gwynn.org.uk Tel: 01792 204758 Mobile 07946351787
St Hilary's
St Hilary’s Church & Church Hall Parish Centre Gower Road, Killay, Swansea, SA2 7DZ
Lay Worship Leaders
Ken Ellis, Sian Gwynn, Sarah Harris, Gareth Lewis, Mike Powell, Barbara Roberts.
Eucharistic Assistants:
Roy Chapman, Steve Lewis, Alan Pickard, Mike Powell, Catherine Swain.
Churchwardens:
Parish Vicar’s Warden Parish Vicar’s Sub-Warden Parish People’s Warden
Mike Powell Catherine Swain Jeremy Harris
Parish Treasurer: Assistant Parish Treasurer: Sacristan: Servers:
Tel: 208955 Tel: 298166 Tel: 07717373435
PCC Secretary:
Ken Ellis (kenellis72@gmail.com) Tel: 207313 Alan Pickard Tel: 204717 Steve Lewis Tel: 519311 Roy Chapman, Beryl Claybrooke, Steve Lewis, Glenda Penzer, Catherine Swain, Dylan Gwynn, Rhys Davies, Carys Davies, Shannon Edwards Marian Williams Tel: 204175
Parish Centre Booking Secretary:
Eileen Nielsen
Tel: 07562377157 or 520685
Envelopes/Gift Aid Scheme:
Alan Pickard
Tel: 204717
Organist/Choirmaster:
position currently vacant, for any expressions of interest, please contact the Vicar. St Martin’s Church Fairwood Road, Dunvant, Swansea SA2 7PE
St Martin's Eucharistic Assistant: Sub-Wardens:
Gareth Lewis
Roger Draisey Susan Dimblebee
Magazine - Killay Editor: Commissioning Editor and Printer: Advertising: Distribution:
Tel: 515391 Tel: 299503
Roger Rees (reesfolk@btinternet.com) Tel: 207916 Eric Thomas Steve Lewis Tel: 519311 Lynne Lewis Tel: 898275
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Parish of Sketty - Who’s Who Vicar Religious Reader
Rev Robert Davies-Hannen Sister Marian SCL, Reader Alan Griffiths
202767 208724 208269
Churchwarden (Vicar’s) PCC Secretary PCC Treasurer Magazine contact
Jane Watkeys Andrew Hill Fran Steadman Susan James email: susanj77@hotmail.com Sister Marian email: sister.marian@btopenworld.com
208203 301504
Richard Burden Jill Francis Hilary Rose
521391 796735 232808
Iris Jones Clare Hazell Fred Amner Julia Mitchell Ken Owens Iris Jones
201955 208013 206466 208620 201850 201955
Jayne Cooper parishofsketty@gmail.com Mike Johns
208779
Webmaster
201511 208724
The Parish Church of St Paul
Asst Organist / Choirmaster Music Group Bellringers Holy Trinity Church
Wardens Envelopes, Gift Aid Minute Secretary Treasurer Lettings Secretary St Paul's Parish Centre
Administrator, } Bookings } Treasurer
www.parishofsketty.org.uk Page 42
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Parish of Tycoch - Who’s Who Vicar:
Canon Phillip Gwynn, BA, MA, DPS, Cert. Theol. The Vicarage, 68 Ffordd-yr-Olchfa, Sketty, Swansea. SA2 7RF email phillip@gwynn.org.uk Tel: 01792 204758 Mobile 07946351787
Church Warden
Alayne Jenkins
423936
alayne.jenkins56@gmail.com
Church Warden
Celia Hall
405104
celia.hall@ntlworld.com
Church Hall Hire
Celia Hall
405104
celia.hall@ntlworld.com
Sunday School Magazine contact
Sian Gwynn
204758
phillip@gwynn.org.uk
Girl Guides
Elizabeth John
874699
elizabeth.john@me.com
Rainbows
Nicola Tanner
207479
nicola.tanner2008@btinternet.com
Director of Music
Lynne Novis
206601
lynne771@btinternet.com
Web site maintenance
Sian Gwynn
204758
phillip@gwynn.org.uk
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St Hilary’s Church Gower Rd, Killay SA27DZ St Martin’s Church Fairwood Rd, Dunvant SA2 7PE St Paul's Church Gower Rd/ De la Beche Rd SA2 9AR Holy Trinity Church Parkway, Sketty Park SA2 8JQ All Souls Church Harlech Crescent, Tycoch SA2 9LP Everyone is welcome to our services, full details of which are on the back page www.parishofkillay.co.uk
The deadline for articles for August magazine is on Thursday 25 July 2019. The magazine is printed and published by the Clyne Trinity Ministry Area, Church in Wales. The views in the articles reflect the views of the individuals contributing the items and are not intended to represent the official views of the Ministry Area or The Church in Wales. Communications should be addressed to the editors of relevant Parish, Parish of Killay Roger Rees email: reesfolk@btinternet.com
Tel: 207916
Parish of Sketty Susan James email: susanj77@hotmail.com
Tel: 201511
Parish of Tycoch Sian Gwynn email: phillip@gwynn.org.uk
Tel: 204758
www.parishofsketty.org.uk
www.allsoulstycoch.org
W. Davies & Son Furnishing and Builders’ Ironmongers 60 Eversley Road, Sketty Tel: 203142 Page 45
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Parish Life Amy and Morgan marry at St Hilary
A lovely June wedding took place in the Church, and the congregation were treated to some wonderful choral singing from the Ospreys mixed choir, whilst the happy couple signed the register.
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Church Services Killay, Sketty & Tycoch
JULY 2019
11.00am Holy Eucharist
PARISH OF KILLAY ST HILARY’S
4th - THURSDAY
Thomas, Apostle 11.00am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
3rd - WEDNESDAY
Thomas, Apostle
7th - SUNDAY THIRD SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
11th - THURSDAY 11.00am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
11.00am Holy Eucharist
10th - WEDNESDAY
14th - SUNDAY FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
18th - THURSDAY
11.00am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
11.00am Holy Eucharist
17th - WEDNESDAY
21st - SUNDAY FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
25th - THURSDAY
James, Apostle
11.00am Family Worship
(followed by coffee)
11.00am Holy Eucharist
24th - WEDNESDAY
28th - SUNDAY SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY 31st - WEDNESDAY
PARISH OF KILLAY ST MARTIN’S
8.00am Said Eucharist
9.00am Family Worship
4.00pm “Holy T”
10.00am Eucharist
No Service
9.30am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
10.30am Holy Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
PARISH OF TYCOCH ALL SOULS
10.00am Eucharist
9.30am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
PARISH OF SKETTY HOLY TRINITY
8.00am Eucharist
10.00am Café Church
11.15am Eucharist
11.00am Eucharist
No Service
PARISH OF SKETTY ST PAUL’S
11.00am Eucharist
10.00am Eucharist
No Service
9.30am Family Eucharist
& Sunday School, (coffee)
11.15am Mattins
6.30pm Evensong 11.00am Eucharist
10.00am Eucharist
9.30am Said Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
www.parishoftycoch.co.uk
9.30am Family Worship
(followed by coffee)
11.00am Eucharist
10.30am Holy Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
10.30am Eucharist
9.00am Sung Eucharist
(followed by coffee)
8.00am Eucharist
9.30am Family Eucharist
& Sunday School, (coffee)
11.15am Eucharist
3pm Deanery Celebration 11.00am Eucharist
10.00am Eucharist
www.parishofsketty.org.uk
6.30pm Healing Service
11.00am Sung Eucharist
8.00am Eucharist
9.30am Family Eucharist
& Sunday School, (coffee)
6.30pm Evensong 11.00am Eucharist
www.parishofkillay.co.uk
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