Rev. Irene writes:
It was great to see the archaeology workshops taking place down the north side of the Minster this week but also to see Zoe and Wendy running a small café down the south side of the church.
I arrived just as sausage rolls were being taken out of the oven and they were delicious, if you get the chance give them a try! This café is temporary and only open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday it is also limited in what it can serve however very soon we will be launching our new café. Zoe has only been with us a couple of weeks however has settled in so well. Below she has written a little about herself.
ZOE WRITES:
Hello all; My name is Zoe and I have been given the wonderful opportunity to set up and run Trinity Room at Hull Minster, our brand-new café. Irene asked if I would write a few words introducing myself so here goes… I have worked in the hospitality industry for over 35 years working my way from pot wash to business owner, experiencing life on many levels. In my own hospitality business, I was fortunate enough to be part of a lovely community and open the doors of our pub to those who needed it. After selling up in 2019 I felt a little lost and needed to find another home in which I could use my knowledge and skills to be of use to the people around me, to find purpose in my work. The Minster family has welcomed me with warmth and kindness, and I hope to continue with these values in the Trinity Room. We wish to start off simply with delightful cakes, lovely coffees, sandwiches, salads, and soups. All of which will be homemade from fresh local produce and served with a smile. At present I am putting together a new team to assist me in this challenge, those of you who are already familiar with the current café will be happy to hear that the wonderful Wendy is joining us on the venture, and I hope to introduce you to the rest of the gang in the near future. As I’m sure you will know that even the best laid plans can go awry but fingers crossed, we be open for business sometime in September. I promise to keep you posted. I can only say that I am very excited to meet all of you and hopefully many new faces along the way. Keep smiling, Zoe.
We are so pleased that this week, Dominic himself has been able to tell us about his progress.
REV. DOMINIC WRITES
Thank you to everyone for their kindness and prayers over the last few weeks since my accident. I have a splendid display of cards and have received some splendid gifts including cheese, a beany bear, cake, chocolates, and smoked fish which have cheered us up. Most of all we know ourselves to be surrounded by prayer. In an instant, a summer that was supposed to be the holiday of a lifetime for the boys as Leo prepared to leave home and go to University was shattered. We do have a great view word the Humber Estuary but it’s not quite the same as the Norwegian fjords we were looking forward to post exams. I don’t remember much apart from being scraped up from the road by the paramedics, but I was told afterward that I had dented the car, unfortunately not being made of steel I came the worst off! As more than one doctor told me ‘you are lucky to be alive’ but thankfully despite so many fractures, it should all mend in time. Before this, I had not broken a bone in my life or ever been admitted to Hospital. It has been a tremendous lesson on relying upon others, even very basic things like eating and washing have been difficult though I have gained the new skill of texting left-handed. The skill and compassion of the medical staff have been excellent though it was sad to see how much stress our local health services are under especially A&E. Healing up is a long slow process and it will be a while until I can drive and cycle again, but I am gradually making progress, being well looked after by Heather and the boys, and gradually gaining strength. The ability of the human body to mend is remarkable but I am having to learn what it is to be a patient, for some things there are no quick fixes. It is great to hear about the fab things that are happening over the summer at the Minster and the preparations for the opening of the Trinity Rooms. You are very much in my prayers, and I look forward to being back with you all in the autumn. Many Blessings, Dominic
DO YOU RECOGNISE THESE TWO YOUNG LADIES?
Esther and Heidi Woodcock came to visit us on Saturday morning in the Minster. How great to see how they have grown and how they are able to share with us their love of going to church and learning more and more about Jesus.
A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY
We were very happy to share in celebrating Julia Allam’s 80th birthday last Sunday. Congratulations!
Throughout August there will be an exhibition in the Minster by Tracy Holland
Confluence – Crossings and Guiding Lights
11th & 12th AUGUST
Drop-in art activities for all ages linked to the exhibition. Be inspired by the holograms and film reflecting life at Sunk island and the banks of the Humber.
Make your own cylinder mirror art
Contribute to a large-scale River Humber collage that we will work up collectively around themes of nature, industry, and water.
THE FOLLOWING SERVICES WILL RUN THROUGHOUT AUGUST
SUNDAY 9:30 a.m. Breakfast Church (toast and drinks from 9:10)
11 a.m. Holy Communion in the Minster
WEDNESDAY HOLY COMMUNION 12:30 p.m.
SATURDAY 4 pm: 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Evening Prayer 2nd Taize,
PLEASE NOTE - the choir will be taking a well-earned rest over the summer so please check in Lifeline if you are unsure of Saturday services.
MINSTER PRAISE – 3rd Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m.
Sew for the Soul is a new group for anyone interested in sewing. It will start at 12.30 with refreshments and end around 15.00.
15th September 17t h November. 15th December Resumes February 2023
OPENING TIMES FOR AUGUST
Full opening Wednesday – Saturday from 10 - 4
GRIEF AWARENESS CAFÉ (Second Wednesday of every month) 10.30 a.m. to 12 noon Next Cafe 11th August
INTEGRATION COFFEE MORNING (Second Thursday of every month.) 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. Next meeting 12th August
BIBLE STUDY GROUP
The study group will continue in September, many thanks to Val and Sam who have delivered such a great programme this year
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF AUGUST
We pray for Dominic, Heather, Ben, and Leo as they cope with the aftermath of Dominic’s cycling accident. Lord, sustain each of them and heal Dominic back to full health.
We pray for Amber Nellie Beauchamp, her parents and godparents as Amber is being baptised in the Minster on Sunday 7th August.
We pray for the new staff at the Minster that they will feel welcomed and inspired in their roles.
We pray for the safety of all children throughout the school holidays.
COLLECT FOR EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Lord God,
your Son left the riches of heaven
and became poor for our sake;
when we prosper save us from pride,
when we are needy save us from despair, that we may trust in you alone
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
AMEN
READINGS FOR 7th AUGUST
Psalm 50:1-8, 23-24
Isaiah 1:1, 10-20
Hebrews 11.:1-3,8-16
Luke 12:32-40
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