14 April 2021

Rev. Irene writes:

I have just read an article in the Yorkshire Post about a conversation between Dr John Sentamu and Prince Philip. A warm and encouraging article in which Dr Sentamu says about Prince Philip:

“There was this unbelievable depth of his rootedness, because he was so rooted in Christ, he didn’t have any problem in relating to people about their faith or people who didn’t believe at all,”

Prince Philip, like all of us, did not live in a perfect world, with a perfect family. Being part of the Royal family did not exclude him or them from the traumas of life. He did however show a determination and devotion in his loyalty to support the Queen and selflessly put others before himself, all this rooted in Jesus Christ. We pray for his family at this sad time.

I want to say ‘thank you’ to Jack for sharing with us below a little of his journey, particularly his time at Hull Minster. A very honest account of his initial intentions and how he feels things have changed. We, as a church family, must work hard at making sure that all who are involved whether singing, welcoming, ringing bells etc. feel a welcome that makes them want to stay with us, get to know us and maybe get to know Jesus.

“I have been a member of the choir of Hull Minster for roughly four years, and during that time I have seen the church go through a lot of change. In particular, the Covid-19 pandemic has proved to be a significant challenge for the Minster to overcome, but over the past 12 months the clergy and leaders of the church have admirably risen to that challenge.

Easter this year has shown just how much the Minster is doing for its congregation, with the Passion, sung services and the Easter Eve vigil, and as a choral scholar I have been fortunate to be involved in a lot of those services. The main reason for my initial involvement in church (both here at Hull Minster and back home when I was younger) was an academic pursuit of music and singing, and I saw myself more as supporting worship for others, not actively partaking myself. I have never had any strong religious beliefs, but it has become clear to me during my time at the Minster, and particularly in recent months, that the community here is open and welcoming to all.

I think Hull Minster is a wonderful place, both the building itself, and the community that it supports. Despite the difficulties that this year of Covid has brought, the church has continued to provide support and space for worship and has even provided new things which previous Holy Weeks have not featured. I’m exceptionally proud to be a member of the Hull Minster family, and I’m looking forward to the future.”

Jack Bridges

Irene concludes with:

SUNDAYS 10am Recorded Service

10:30am Holy Communion in the Minster - Please click here to book in.

Church@4 will take place in the Minster from 18th April, please note the new time of 4pm. All are welcome. Please click here to book.

The Minster will continue to be open for Wednesday 12:30pm Holy Communion

EVENING PRAYER will commence again from the 17th of April. Further details to follow as we hopefully find out more information on singing etc.

PLEASE NOTE The Minster will be open for personal prayer each Saturday 12-3pm.

If you are coming in to the Minster for services we want to encourage you to consider the environment and walk or cycle or use public transport if possible. If you are coming by car please do not park on Trinity Square the only people who should be parking there are contractors working on the building. There are plenty of parking places around the Minster including the recently opened Fruit Market just across the A63. https://www.fruitmarkethull.co.uk/fruit-market-hull-l-multi-storey-car-park-l-regeneration-l/

This Sunday the Revd Anne Richards will be speaking on BBC Radio 4 Sunday Worship at 8:10am in a Service led by Archbishop Stephen about praying when prayer seems impossible, reflecting on her experience of prayer in grief. The following Sunday she will again be joining Archbishop Stephen for the C of E online service.

DO YOU WANT TO HELP? 10:30 am SUNDAY Holy Communion

We are looking for people to volunteer, on a rota, to work the sound desk during this service. The desk is pre-set, so it is very straightforward. If you think you can help, please speak to one of the wardens for more information. Thank you.

GOOD NEWS

At present Dominic is Priest-in-Charge of the parish of Holy Trinity. On 6th June, the position will change when the Bishop of Hull will institute Dominic as vicar. To enable this to happen the Bishop has agreed to allow the patrons (CPAS) to bring Dominic forward as their nomination as Vicar, this is a position supported by the PCC.

APCM (Annual Parochial Church Meeting) The meeting this year will be held on TUESDAY 27th APRIL via zoom at 7pm. Further details to follow.

Ecclesiastical Insurance have provided cover for the Minster and the clergy houses for a long time and have a special interest in helping churches undertake maintenance through their grant scheme. We have benefitted from these generous grants in the past. In this, their 130th year they are offering donations of £130 to our church for every person who takes out home insurance cover with them - at any point during the year. Some of the staff team have been using their home insurance for several years and it is very comprehensive and reasonably priced. So, if you are thinking of renewing with your provider please take a look at Ecclesiastical. The post below shows what you have to do. Just name the church and they will find it for you. Click the button below for full details.

Ten Trust130 Donations

READINGS: FOR THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

COLLECT FOR THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

Almighty God, who in your great mercy gladdened the disciples

with the sight of the risen Lord;

Give us such knowledge of his presence with us,

that we may be strengthened and sustained by his risen life

and serve you continually in righteousness and truth,