Rev. Irene writes:

Please note there will be no Lifeline next week but do not worry we will bring you up to date with pictures from the Easter services the following week.

A busy week! One great event was having the Dialogue Society prepare and share a meal on Friday night in Hull Minster as they broke the Ramadan fast at sunset. Approximately one hundred people gathered together to share the delicious Turkish food they had prepared. Prior to the meal we heard about the work of the Society and saw clips from events that had previously taken place.

The evening was attended by all ages, the youngest possibly being little Mesih Ahmet who is six months old. A delightful little boy who was happy to be handed around having a smile for everyone.

As the evening continued, we enjoyed a quiz and live music. A great atmosphere where we were able to come together in peace and unity and pray for a resolution to areas of conflict in our world.

A big ‘thank you’ to the Dialogue Society and the Hull Minster volunteers that helped with tea and coffee throughout the evening.

MAUNDY THURSDAY WORSHIP

Before the evening worship there will be a ‘bring and share’ supper. Please come along and join together on this special day of Holy Week.

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.

HANCOCK’S!

Hancock’s on Sutton Fields Industrial Estate donating crème eggs for our Easter Bunny Trail. Shirley Kay

JUNIOR CHURCH

On this Palm Sunday the younger children dressed Shaun up as a young colt (you need to have a little imagination for this one!). Then, two disciples fetch the colt at the request of Jesus and finally, we have a king who rides a donkey whilst the crowds shout out ‘hosanna’!

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.

HUMBERSIDE POLICE

No one was having their collar felt, but this was Hull Minster playing host to members of Humberside Police on a tower tour to thank them for the amazing work they do to keep us safe. Jon Major

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

PUT ON YOUR DANCING SHOES

The next Hull Minster Ceilidh will be on Saturday April 6th. Book the date.

COLLECT FOR EASTER DAY

God of glory, by the raising of your Son

you have broken the chains of death and hell;

fill your Church with faith and hope;

for a new day has dawned and the way to life stands open

in our Saviour Jesus Christ.

AMEN

COLLECT FOR THE FIRST SUNDAY AFTER EASTER

Risen Christ, for whom no door is locked, no entrance barred;

Open the doors of our hearts, that we may seek the good of others

and walk the joyful road of sacrifice and peace,

to the praise of God the Father.

AMEN

READINGS FOR EASTER DAY

Psalm 118:1-2,14-24

Acts 10:34-43

John 20:1-18 of Mark 16:1-8

READINGS FOR FIRST SUNDAY AFTER EASTER

Psalm 133

Acts 4:32-35

John 20:19-end

PRAYER POINTS FOR EASTER

· 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 for those suffering the repercussions.

· We pray for food supplies and aid to reach the desperate people in need in Palestine and other areas of the world .

· For those who are mourning the death of a loved one. Especially at this time all those having used the Legacy Funeral Service over the past year that they will be comforted during this difficult time

· For those with mental health issues that there may be suitable accommodation etc. to help them recover

· For all those who come into the Minster seeking help, that God will meet them in their needs.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS