Rev. Irene writes:
I wonder whether you have managed to visit the FISH exhibition, presently displayed down the north side of the Minster. Included in it are several pieces of work done by local primary schools. These pictures are all relating to the loss of the trawler Gaul, with all hands on board, fifty years ago February 1974 in seas north of Norway.
The paintings and collages are done with such taste – just a few pictured below.
On Sunday, a service was held in the Minster to commemorate the anniversary of the loss of the Gaul The Lord Lieutenant of the East Riding, Mr Jim Dick and the Bishop of Hull, Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Sanderson were joined by many relatives of those that had been lost at sea.
A very poignant service with many involved, not least a terrific piece of music ‘Anchor for the soul’ by City of Hull Band. This wonderful piece of music built to a crescendo bringing home the drama faced by sailors past and present on our stormy seas.
This was followed by the naming of all those lost on the Gaul with an act of remembrance and two-minute silence following the tolling of the ship’s bell.
PRIMARY JUNIOR CHURCH
In preparation for the service in the afternoon remembering the Gaul tragedy the children in Primary Junior Church studied the Anthem they were going to sing, (They that go down to the sea in ships by Sumsion from Psalm 107). They listened to the music and talked about how it reflected the beautiful words. God not only brought the storm but when the sailors cried out to Him for help He commanded the storm to calm. They learned how the safe haven at the end of the anthem could either be the harbour or heaven. They remembered the lesson from last week when we learned about the disciples of Jesus and how four of them were fishermen too.
Alpha and the Bible courses are all running again on Wednesdays. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team. (Not this week - half term and Ash Wednesday)
Living in Love and Faith 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website
Your Clergy team leading us into the period of Lent when we prepare our hearts and minds for Easter.
Revd. Canon Dominic Black
Revd. Irene Wilson
Revd. Rob Suekarren
Revd. Louise White.
Jon Major, Verger, Hull Minster
THURSDAY MORNING ACTIVITIES
Great to see Jane Owen being able to take part Concentration worthy of a world championship
in the keep fit class.
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.
The Ann Watson's Trust Requirement for a Part-time Administrator - Attractive Salary
The Ann Watson's Trust is a 300 year old self-funded local charity, with a strong Christian ethos, based in Sutton-on-Hull. The Trust is managed by a Trustee board responsible for a Grade 11 listed almshouse which is home to eleven independent elderly ladies in Sutton and also for awarding educational grants to young people from across our region.
We now have a vacancy for an Administrator, able to work flexibly 15 hours per week, to manage the day-to day operation of the almshouse and to help administer the Trust's finances and grant giving activities. Candidates must be articulate, numerate, with proven organisational skills and have some basic understanding of financial management. A formal qualification is not required but a caring and empathetic approach to the elderly and a DBS check will be essential.
It is an occupational requirement for this position to be filled by a female only, due to the nature of the almshouse duties involved.
Please visit our website www.annwatsonstrust.com for more information including Job Description, and send your CV with
covering letter and details of two professional referees to: The Secretary, The Ann Watson's Trust,
4 The College, 14 College Street, Sutton, Hull HU7 4UP
Dominic Black
NEW FROM REV. LOUISE
"Starting on 18th February, at 6pm in Trinity Cafe, we are going to run the Lectio Course. This is a five-week course, which will teach us how to listen to God speaking to us through the slow, meditative reading of the Bible. A small team of people and I will be running these evenings as a preparation, ready to launch the new evening service after Easter. Anyone is welcome to come, do invite your friends or anyone you think would be interested."
It’s OK that guy Ogilvie playing the Church Warden at the Minster, but when do we get fed?
COLLECT FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
Heavenly Father, your Son battled with the powers of darkness
and grew closer to you in the desert:
help us to use these days to grow in wisdom and prayer
that we may witness to your saving love
In Jesus Christ our Lord
AMEN
READINGS FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
Psalm 25:1-9
1 Peter 3:18-end
Mark 1:9-15
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
· For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.
· For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world. For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.
· Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.
· For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult circumstances.
· For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.
· For those with mental health issues that there may be suitable accommodation etc. to help them recover
· For the families of all those who were drowned in the Gaul tragedy. That they will feel peace from coming together this week to remember their loved ones.
· For all those who come into the Minster seeking help, that God will meet them in their needs.
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
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.
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DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.
The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE
We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the Welcome Café. Our keep fit expert was with us on Thursday last week along with support from Hull City Council.
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY
God of heaven,
You send the gospel to the ends of the earth
And your messengers to every nation:
Send our Holy Spirit to transform us
By the good news of everlasting life
In Jesus Christ our lord.
READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY
Psalm 111
Deuteronomy 18:15-20
Revelation 12:1-5a
Mark 1:21-28
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY
· For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.
· For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world. For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.
· Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.
· For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult
· For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
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BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER
Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
· For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.
· For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.
· For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer
Co-ordinator
· For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Merciful God, your Son came to save us
and bore our sins on the cross;
may we trust in your mercy and know your love,
rejoicing in the righteousness
that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord
READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY
Psalm 149
Exodus 12:1-14
Romans 13:8 - end
Matthew 18:15-20
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
