Rev. Irene writes:
What a wonderful day on Thursday as we welcomed Chris and Anna Henbury from CMS (Youth for Christ). They came to spend the day in the Minster with a group of 30 people from St Mary’s Haxby & St Nicholas, Wigginton York.
They began their visit by joining Minster Praise where I was able to speak about the importance of Chris and Anna in my Christian journey which began around 30 years ago. Helping at Breakfast Club on the Boulevard showed me God’s love in action and encouraged me on my journey to be a disciple of Jesus.
After the service we enjoyed Val’s homemade cakes and scones and those that felt fit enough then ventured on a tower tour with Jon our verger.
Whilst the above was happening we also had 100 people at the welcome café enjoying fellowship and friendship together. Our great catering team were rushed off their feet – I’m sure they all would achieve their 10,000 steps that day!
That wasn’t all that was happening Fiona and her friend were busy making sure the flower stands were presentable to make the Minster look welcoming to all who visit.
In our service yesterday (Sunday) we talked about ‘living stones’ there were many ‘living stones’ around that morning – thank you to each one of them.
STUDY GROUPS
Zoom Bible Study starts this Wednesday the 24th when we shall be studying the parables of Jesus. The last two Alpha series of this session will be on the 1st and 8th May. A new series will begin again in September.
REQUEST FOR UKRAINE
Revd. Ben Norton has asked if we could collect sweets and chocolate as treats for the Ukrainian soldiers being trained in this country.
In addition, Olga has asked whether we could collect summer clothes for teenagers in Ukraine, particularly suitable for wearing at school. The temperature there at present is 26 degrees!
MINSTER PANTRY
I want to send my deepest thanks to all the volunteers working on the Minster Pantry scheme, whether it’s collecting food, setting it out, or simply encouraging people to take what they need. There’s a huge amount happening every week that goes unmentioned and yet is providing an important lifeline to the poor of our parish. For what it’s worth, one of our collection sources says they’ve given us over 1600kg of food since January, equivalent to 3800 meals. That only represents half of the collections we do. I won’t single people out, but we have a team of stalwarts that just keep giving of themselves—thank you all! Ben Newton
FALKLANDS VETERANS
A note to thank all in your teams at Hull Minster for including us in your service on Sunday April 7th . You had all worked hard to incorporate the wider issues of war veterans today within the structure of your delightful traditional Anglican Communion. A special thank you to Reverend Irene for her thoughtful & inclusive sermon, as well as guiding us all through the service; also to Verger John Major, himself a veteran of the Falklands War. On behalf of all those members of The South Atlantic Medal Association who attended the service I thank you all most sincerely for all the time & effort involved to include us in your service. With Best Wishes, thanks & blessings to you all in your wonderful work at Hull Minster. Nicci Pugh Honorary Life Vice President of The South Atlantic Medal Association.
IT MADE FOR A BRILLIANT SERMON ILLUSTRATION!
Revd. Irene playing nicely with her building bricks! (Jon Major)
In the 9:30 service, she was talking about Jesus being the capstone, or cornerstone of our faith and how, if that was removed, the whole edifice would collapse. Violet Rose took great pleasure in kicking away the ‘cornerstone’, and yes, they all fell down!
MINSTER PRAISE
A lovely group from Haxby & Wiggington churches visited Hull Minster on Thursday for a day visit. After enjoying a wonderful Minster Praise led by Revd. Irene a small group braved the steps to the tower roof to take in the sights of Hull and the history of the tower bells and clock. Jon Major
YOUNGER JUNIOR CHURCH
This week the children, all in the choir, were learning about the Latin words we use in relation to church music and worship and how they are used in the secular world. They, of course! cottoned on to all this very quickly and thoroughly enjoyed learning to understand the words they are singing about.
ALWAYS THINK IT THROUGH BEFORE YOU DO SOMETHING!
Our Verger Jon relaxing in a giant deckchair after last week’s freedom parade! Not thinking about how to get out
Nominate Hull Minster to win £1,000
Benefact Group Movement for Good is an annual programme of giving that anyone can get involved in. You can nominate Hull Minster to be in the next draw with the possibility of winning £1,000. It is very quick and easy to do, and the more people who nominate the Minster the greater the chance we could be one of the 50 winners. Simply use the link https://movementforgood.com/#nominateACharity and fill in your nomination. You will need our charity number, which is 1130772.
ELECTORAL ROLL
If you are not on the Electoral Roll (which allows you to vote in the Annual Meeting in May and be eligible for the PCC), please see Val Fotherby for a form. You need to have been in regular attendance at the Minster for six months.
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER
Risen Christ, your wounds declare your love for the world and the
wonder of your risen life;
give us compassion and courage to risk ourselves for those we serve
to the glory of God the Father.
AMEN
READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER
Psalm 22:25-end
Acts 8:26-end
John 15:1-8
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE EASTER SEASON
· For the people in Ukraine, for the soldiers being trained in this country, for an end to the Russian invasion.
· For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world. For families of the hostages and those suffering the repercussions.
· We pray for food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.
· We pray for safety for all aid workers and for the families of those that have recently been killed.
· We pray for negotiations not retaliation as we try to move forward to peace
· We pray for those who are struggling to keep their homes through no fault of their own. Asking for compassion and help to be shown.
· For all those who come into the Minster seeking help, that God will meet them in their needs.
· For farming communities struggling to sow and grow crops. For all those involved in the lambing season where fields are flooded causing extreme stress to all.
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
Messy Church returns for Holy Week. This service will include craft activities around the story of Easter, followed by a short act of worship and then refreshments. Messy Church is a great way for the whole family to explore the Easter story in a creative and fun way.
SENSORY AREA AT THE WELCOME CAFÉ
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS