REV. IRENE writes:
You may think the beer festival weekend was busy in the Minster, well this last weekend was no different. On Saturday the Record Fair was held in the Nave with hundreds of people visiting. Some were looking for a bargain record of their favourite group or person and others hoping to find a rarity to add to their collection.
At 12:30 the Minster hosted a free concert by Radcliffe-on-Trent male voice choir. The Minster was filled with music and song from both past and present. They were a joy to listen to, many people coming to the Minster especially to hear them.
On Sunday we had music from our worship band for the 9:30 service and our excellent choir led worship at 11 a.m. So, you could say, never a dull moment at Hull Minster.
Many verses of scripture encourage music in our worship, not least Psalm 150:
Praise the Lord.[a]Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens.
2 Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness.
3 Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre,
4 praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe,
5 praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals.
6 Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the LordI
Two of our great supporters and choir members – Dan and Jem – at the Record Fair
EXCITING JUNIOR CHURCH!!
This week was all about the wedding at Cana. The children performed their own play based on the story learned and the difference between magic and miracles!
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do drop in and support whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat to those that may be visiting for the first time.
From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.
ALPHA & ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
These have recommenced.
Online: hullminster.org/teaching
Alpha 6:30 p.m. in the Trinity Rooms
COFFEE AFTER MORNING SERVICE
Great to see young and old together enjoying coffee and a chat!
PLEA FROM WELCOME HOUSE
We have been asked by Olga, our Ukrainian friend, whether we are able to collect small toys for use at Welcome House. Welcome House provides daytime facilities for Asylum Seekers and Refugees in Hull and the East Riding. Often these are families with small children and at the moment they do not have toys for the children to play with.
If you can help, please bring things into the Minster and leave for Irene. Thank you!
SCOUTS: ST. GEORGES DAY SERVICE
ELECTORAL ROLL AND PCC
If you have been attending the Minster for six months or more, you may want to consider going onto the Electoral Roll. This will enable to you vote at the ACP which will be on 21st May. Forms are at the back of the church, or see Val Fotherby. Being on the Electoral Roll also means you can be nominated for the PCC. Again, you will need to fill in the necessary form and have two people to sponsor you, again see Val. THIS MUST BE DONE BY THE END OF APRIL at which time, the roll will be closed. Thank you.
HULL FOR HEROES
Hull Minster will now be collecting food for the Hull for Heroes foodbank. They need ambient long-lasting food like tins, pasta, sauces etc. also toiletries. The donation point will be behind the Welcome desk, so clear out your cupboards! Bailey
Jewish Living Experience Exhibition
We're really pleased to be hosting this exhibition from 16th May to 8th June. It’s a great opportunity to find out more about the Jewish Faith in the UK today. Everyone's invited from 2:30 pm to 4 pm Tuesday to Friday. Schools will be visiting during the daytime, so if you know of a teacher who might want to bring a school please let them know about it so they can book a slot. It’s FREE!
It's a very hands-on exhibition with clothing, artefacts, food and more, all hosted by volunteers from the Jewish community.
Our clergy team will also be around, with curates from the Deanery to help you understand the links between Christianity and the Jewish faith.
Here's a link to the main exhibition page Exhibitions — Hull Minster
hullminster.org
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OUR MINSTER CHOIR
It was such a pleasure to formally admit two choristers to the choir this week and to also to have a brand new chorister start her journey of choir life.
Leila and Aria joined the choir two months ago and have been marvellous additions to our team: bright, keen to learn and utterly enthusiastic (and they sing beautifully too). They have both joined because they enjoyed their singing experiences in our partner schools (Adelaide and Maybury in this instance). It's also such a joy to see their very proud parents participate in the formal admission.
Madison joined us for her first rehearsal on Friday, having expressed an interest at school (St George's Primary) that very day! She went straight into the service singing on Sunday...quite an achievement because it's quite a daunting experience! We hope that she will thrive in this environment and develop her musicianship to wonderful levels.
I rather inelegantly modelled a surplice before it was presented to highlight the fact that we have run out of robes (although there are a few very ancient moth-eaten examples left in the cupboards). Four members of the congregation and choir have already offered to help make some new surplices, a wonderful example of our community spirit coming to the rescue. However, we are also in dire need of new cassocks as well. These are expensive items, and we will try to find some second-hand via other churches. Having said that, our red robes are not the norm! Most parish choirs wear blue, ours being crimson due to royal instruction in the 15th century (how's that for contemporary worship!). A few hundred pounds would certainly help us to move forward in this regard. One of the chorister’s parents have already offered to help find funds (a very welcome offer). If anyone feels able to contribute to the cause (in these very straitened times) please do contact me directly via mkeith@hullminster.org.
With thanks for all the lovely comments and support for our Minster music,
Mark
CORONATION CELEBRATIONS AT THE MINSTER
As part of the Coronation celebrations & The Big Help Out, Hull Minster will be hosting a street party on Monday 8th May from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Their Majesties, The King and The Queen Consort, hope the Coronation Weekend will provide an opportunity to spend time and celebrate with friends, families and communities across the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth.
We hope this event will highlight the positive impact volunteering has on communities across the nation.
In tribute to His Majesty The King's public service, The Big Help Out will encourage people to try volunteering for themselves and join the work being undertaken to support their local areas. The aim of The Big Help Out is to use volunteering to bring communities together and create a lasting volunteering legacy from the Coronation Weekend.
There will be stalls & activities inside and outside the Minster, from face painting to stalls, tombola, raffle, and a children's entertainer plus a free picnic lunch for all!
There is no need to book, just turn up on the day and bring the family! We look forward to seeing you. Shirley Kay
IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Would all those people who hold a main key to the church please let Jon Major know on: jmajor@hullminster.org
This is to complete the annual key inventory.
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH WEEK OF APRIL
For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.
We pray for peace in our world
We pray for special people in our lives
We pray for more facilities for young people to help keep them away from crime.
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Risen Christ, faithful shepherd of your Father’s sheep;
teach us to hear your voice and to follow your command,
that all you people may be gathered into one flock,
to the glory of God the Father.
AMEN
READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2: 19 - end
Acts 2:42 - end
John 10:1-10
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
Two of our great supporters and choir members – Dan and Jem – at the Record Fair
EXCITING JUNIOR CHURCH!!
This week was all about the wedding at Cana. The children performed their own play based on the story learned and the difference between magic and miracles!
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do drop in and support whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat to those that may be visiting for the first time.
From 12 30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m
ALPHA & ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
These have recommenced.
Online: hullminster.org/teaching
Alpha 6:30 p.m. in the Trinity Rooms
COFFEE AFTER MORNING SERVICE
Great to see young and old together enjoying coffee and a chat
ELECTORAL ROLL AND PCC
If you have been attending the Minster for six months or more, you may want to consider going onto the Electoral Roll. This will enable to you vote at the ACP which will be on 21st May. Forms are at the back of the church, or see Val Fotherby. Being on the Electoral Roll also means you can be nominated for the PCC. Again, you will need to fill in the necessary form and have two people to sponsor you, again see Val. THIS MUST BE DONE BY THE END OF APRIL at which time, the roll will be closed. Thank y
Friends of St Mary's Lowgate
This group have organised four history talks to help them fundraise for church projects. You can book them or turn up on the day.
Click here for talks at St Mary's
ANN WATTS
We are sad to report the death of Ann last Monday. Her funeral will be held at the Minster on Tuesday 25th April at 2 p.m. The family look forward to welcoming her church friends at the service. Lots of you will remember Ann’s mother Maisie who also attended the Minster for many years before her death a couple of years ago.
Jewish Living Experience Exhibition
We're really pleased to be hosting this exhibition from 16th May to 8th June. It’s a great opportunity to find out more about the Jewish Faith in the UK today. Everyone's invited from 2:30 pm to 4 pm Tuesday to Friday. Schools will be visiting during the daytime, so if you know of a teacher who might want to bring a school please let them know about it so they can book a slot. It’s FREE!
It's a very hands-on exhibition with clothing, artefacts, food and more, all hosted by volunteers from the Jewish community.
Our clergy team will also be around, with curates from the Deanery to help you understand the links between Christianity and the Jewish faith.
Here's a link to the main exhibition page Exhibitions — Hull Minster
hullminster.org
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HEALTH AND SAFETY
Just a reminder to anyone who may be in the Minster in whatever capacity that if any unusual incident occurs whilst you are in the building please report it to the Duty Manager even if you think it may not be necessary.
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF APRIL
For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting test results, for healing and comfort.
We pray for peace in our world.
We pray for the special people in our lives.
We pray for Michael on the death of his wife, Ann
We pray for those families who have lost loved ones, here and abroad, through deliberate violence.
COLLECT FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
Risen Christ, you filled your disciples with boldness and fresh hope;
strengthen us to proclaim your risen life
and fill us with your peace,
to the glory of God the Father
AMEN
READINGS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
Psalm 116:1-3,10-end
Jeremiah 31:1-6
Acts 2:14a,36-41
Luke 24:13-25
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do drop in and support whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat to those that may be visiting for the first time.
From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.
GIRLS BRIGADE
It was great having Girls Brigade at church today. Thank you to Jane for presenting us with our badges. The girls have worked hard over the last term, finding out more about the heritage of Hull Minster. Lauren Jeffries
SPEAK THEIR NAME
These two pictures from this exhibition, are to help remember those who have taken their life. Please pray for all the families affected by this.
UKRAINE APPEAL
We have received many gifts to help our Ukrainian friends both in Ukraine and in this country. New or nearly new ladies and children’s clothes would still be appreciated.
LENT: ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
This Wednesday (29th) will be the last one before Easter. We shall be discussing the different studies that people gave during this session to see what we have learned from them. We shall recommence on Wednesday 19th April.
EASTER CARDS
The Minster shop has a fantastic selection of Easter cards and gifts. Make sure you have a browse!
ELECTORAL ROLL AND PCC
If you have been attending the Minster for six months or more, you may want to consider going onto the Electoral Roll. This will enable to you vote at the ACP which will be on 21st May. Forms are at the back of the church, or see Val Fotherby. Being on the Electoral Roll also means you can be nominated for the PCC. Again, you will need to fill in the necessary form and have two people to sponsor you, again see Val. THIS MUST BE DONE BY THE END OF APRIL at which time, the roll will be closed. Thank you.
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF APRIL
We pray for all those who are suffering in Turkey and Syria, for families that have lost loved ones and for those risking their lives in the recovery operation
For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting test results, for healing and comfort
We pray for peace in our world.
We pray for all those caught up in the devastation in Mississippi
We pray for special people in our lives
COLLECT FOR PALM SUNDAY
True and humble King, hailed by the crowd as Messiah;
grant us the faith to know you and love you,
that we may be found beside you on the way of the cross
which is the path of glory.
AMEN
READINGS FOR 2nd APRIL Liturgy of the Passion
Psalm 31:9-18
Isaiah 50:4-9a
Philippians 2:5-11
Matthew 26:14 to end of Ch 27
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
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WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café CONTINUES this Thursday 23RD March and will be every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do drop in and support whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat to those that may be visiting for the first time.
From 12 30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.
GIRLS’ BRIGADE
SPEAK THEIR NAME
These two pictures from this exhibition, are to help remember those who have taken their life. Please pray for all the families affected by this.
GIVING AT HULL MINSTER On behalf of the finance committee, we wanted to share with you something about Hull Minster finances and our giving. Firstly, to say THANK YOU – thank you to each person that gives, as without our giving we could not keep Hull Minster open and do all that we do in the Minster, local community, schools and the city. It costs around £1,000 a day to run the Minster, and every penny is raised locally through our giving, grants, the café, shop, and events.
We are now in the season of Lent, the period of time set aside in preparation for Easter when we are all invited to deepen our discipleship. We might observe this through fasting each week or from particular foods, and setting time aside for prayer. The purpose is to consider where we are in our walk with God and to intentionally go deeper in that walk.
Giving is part of our discipleship, Jesus talked about where your money is, there your heart will be.
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21
Lent also provides an invitation for us to consider our giving. One of the best things we can do is to give regularly, and we have a parish giving scheme that makes this very simple to do. If you consider that Hull Minster is your church, and you want to start giving regularly you can find out more on the website here https://hullminster.org/give or please come and speak to a member of the clergy or finance committee. Giving regularly helps with a steady flow of income and if you Gift-Aid we can claim back an extra 25%. If you already give regularly, thank you. Maybe during this period of Lent, you might prayerfully review your giving.
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not regretfully or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Heather Black
UKRAINE APPEAL
We have received many gifts to help our Ukrainian friends both in Ukraine and in this country. New or nearly new ladies and children’s clothes would still be appreciated.
LENT: ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Last week we had an excellent study led by John Lawson, on the temptations of Jesus by the devil. It has been great to have different people each with their own style of study and presentation. You can find the outlines on the website under TEACHING.
KATE GOFORTH SHARES WITH US: AN EVENING IN THE MINSTER
It was lovely to see so many people come into the Minster on Saturday 18th March when the Freedom Festival 'Awakening' was taking place in Trinity Square.
Families were sitting in the chairs set out for breakfast church while their children played on the mats. Two young girls were knelt down praying at the back of the church in front of the board explaining what prayer is. Three girls were kneeling in the Broadley chapel at the altar rail. Families were on a move hunt and a lot of people took the time to look at the quilt dedicated to loved ones lost to suicide. There were so many candles lit at the altar they were stacked up double and at one point, Andy the volunteer had to use his coffee to put out the flames. Overall, some 5,700 people visited over the day.
EASTER CARDS
The Minster shop has a fantastic selection of Easter cards and gifts. Make sure you have a browse!
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE THIRD WEEK OF MARCH
We pray for all those who are suffering in Turkey and Syria, for families that have lost loved ones and for those risking their lives in the rescue operation
For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting test results for healing and comfort.
We pray for peace in our world.
We pray for Hamish and give thanks for his baptism into God’s family.
We pray for special people in our lives
COLLECT FOR THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
Gracious Father, you gave up your Son
out of love for the world;
lead us to ponder the mysteries of his passion
that we may know eternal peace
through the shedding of our Saviour’s blood
Jesus Christ our Lord.
AMEN
READINGS FOR 26TH MARCH
Psalm 130
Ezekiel 37:1-14
Romans 8:6-11
John 11:1-45
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
On Sunday our 9:30 service focussed on Moses striking the rock and producing water! A miracle of the Old Testament. Our young people had fun completing several activities in relation to this passage of scripture, here are just a couple of examples.
EXCITING JUNIOR CHURCH!!
Junior Church at 11 a.m. re-enacted the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan.
This activity helped prepare the young people for the baptism of Hamish during our 11 a.m. service next week. This will be an exciting service as we bring together Mothering Sunday and Hamish’s baptism. (Hamish is the grandson of Sarah and nephew of Ben both from the choir)
This photograph was taken by Annabelle, our Head Chorister.
When Gill Alden asked one of the younger members which she preferred, school or church, her emphatic reply was: CHURCH!
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café launches this Thursday 2nd March and will be every Thursday morning 10:30 to 3 p.m. Please do drop in and support us whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat with those who may be visiting for the first time.
From 12 30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.
LENT ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
This last week’s study led by Sam McGaw, was on the the subject of Discipleship. The discussion on this was interesting and very wide-ranging
SPEAK THEIR NAME
These two pictures from this exhibition, are to help remember those who have taken their life. Please pray for all the families affected by this.
Giving at Hull Minster
On behalf of the finance committee, we wanted to share with you something about Hull Minster finances and our giving. Firstly, to say THANK YOU – thank you to each person that gives, as without our giving we could not keep Hull Minster open and do all that we do in the Minster, local community, schools and the city. It costs around £1,000 a day to run the Minster, and every penny is raised locally through our giving, grants, the café, shop, and events.
We are now in the season of Lent, the period of time set aside in preparation for Easter when we are all invited to deepen our discipleship. We might observe this through fasting each week or from particular foods, and setting time aside for prayer. The purpose is to consider where we are in our walk with God and to intentionally go deeper in that walk.
Giving is part of our discipleship, Jesus talked about where your money is, there your heart will be.
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21
Lent also provides an invitation for us to consider our giving. One of the best things we can do is to give regularly, and we have a parish giving scheme that makes this very simple to do. If you consider that Hull Minster is your church, and you want to start giving regularly you can find out more on the website here https://hullminster.org/give or please come and speak to a member of the clergy or finance committee. Giving regularly helps with a steady flow of income and if you Gift-Aid we can claim back an extra 25%. If you already give regularly, thank you. Maybe during this period of Lent, you might prayerfully review your giving.
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not regretfully or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Heather Black
International Women's Day celebrations - St Hilda’s Heirs
This last Saturday we celebrated International Women's Day with a themed day of worship and fun activities. Together with members of the Methodist community, and the general public, lots of people (men too!!!) learned about the contribution that women have made to faith, beginning with the Abbess of Whitby, St Hilda.
The life of ministry undertaken by so many women in Christianity today was celebrated with communion presided over by Bishop Eleanor. Reverend Louise looked after the prayer room in our newly refurbished Broadley Chapel. Girls Brigade groups came together to join in the fun. Lots of families also came along to enjoy the trails and treasure hunts, crafts and activities which were on offer. Diocesan Children's Advisor, Carolyn Edwards, coordinated the event with Hull Minster and was delighted with the atmosphere and enjoyment in the church. Jane Owen
EASTER CARDS
The Minster shop has a fantastic selection of Easter cards and gifts. Make sure you have a browse!
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF MARCH
We pray for all those who are suffering in Turkey and Syria, for families that have lost loved ones and for those risking their lives in the recovery operation.
For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting test results, for healing
We pray for peace in our world.
We pray that we will be aware of those around us who are struggling in so many different ways, and that we will give out of our abundance.
We pray for all pupils at Trinity House Academy and young people from TS Iron Duke.
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
MOTHERING SUNDAY
God of love, passionate and strong;
tender and careful;
watch over us and hold us all the days of our life
through Jesus Christ our Lord
AMEN
READINGS FOR 19TH MARCH
Psalm 34:11-20
1 Samuel 1:20-end
Colossians 3:12-17
John 19:25b-27
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
We celebrate International Women’s Day this year with the help of the Diocese of York and the Methodist community in Hull. A fun packed day of activities which celebrate women in Ministry takes place on SATURDAY 11th MARCH. Called Hilda’s Heirs after the Abbess of Whitby, who one of the most important early Christian women, the day starts with a short service from the Bishop of Hull. It’s a drop in kind of day with activities such as stained glass, women’s trails and reflection and prayers stations, we’ll be making a wall of words commemorating women and contributing video reflections about women in ministry.
Celebrating women is everyone’s job! The day is open to all, not just women.
You can drop-in and pay £1 contribution towards materials or book for the day and have lunch included for £5. Book here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hildas-heirs-tickets-525415009437
EXCITING NEWS FOR A MEMBER OF THE CHOIR
WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE
Welcome Café will be every Thursday morning 10:30 to 3 p.m. Please do drop in and support whenever you can. We hope to grow this facility and invite many different groups along. There will be newspapers, games, table talk and much more with coffee and cake supplied. It is extremely important that our church family pop along from time to time as we need people to welcome and chat to those that may be visiting for the first time.
From 12 30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.
OUR LATEST EXHIBITION
DOING OUR PART FOR CLIMATE CHANGE
The Hull Minster team is keen to play a part in tackling climate change and biodiversity. The Minster has a long legacy of clergy, staff, and congregation cycling to worship and is working towards Cycle Friendly Employer status. As well as a secure home for bicycles the newly installed bike shelter has a wildlife roof.
Hull Minster has been working to improve and encourage sustainability for some years and was one of the first churches in the country to install solar panels.
FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Giving at Hull Minster
On behalf of the finance committee, we wanted to share with you something about Hull Minster finances and our giving.
Firstly, to say THANK YOU – thank you to each person that gives, as without our giving we could not keep Hull Minster open and do all that we do in the Minster, local community, schools and the city. It costs around £1,000 a day to run the Minster, and every penny is raised locally through our giving, grants, the café, shop, and events.
We are now in the season of Lent, the period of time set aside in preparation for Easter when we are all invited to deepen our discipleship. We might observe this through fasting each week or from particular foods, and setting time aside for prayer. The purpose is to consider where we are in our walk with God and to intentionally go deeper in that walk.
Giving is part of our discipleship, Jesus talked about where your money is, there your heart will be.
“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust consume and where thieves break in and steal; but store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:19-21
Lent also provides an invitation for us to consider our giving. One of the best things we can do is to give regularly, and we have a parish giving scheme that makes this very simple to do. If you consider that Hull Minster is your church, and you want to start giving regularly you can find out more on the website here https://hullminster.org/give or please come and speak to a member of the clergy or finance committee. Giving regularly helps with a steady flow of income and if you Gift-Aid we can claim back an extra 25%. If you already give regularly, thank you. Maybe during this period of Lent, you might prayerfully review your giving.
“Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not regretfully or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Heather Black
UKRAINE APPEAL
LENT: ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Last Wednesday Jean Fenwick talked us through the history of Lent going back to Anglo Saxon times and on through the centuries. It was interesting to hear about the 40 days in the scriptures. These studies are on the Hull Minster website under TEACHING
EASTER CARDS
The Minster shop has a fantastic selection of Easter cards and gifts. Make sure you have a browse!
GRIEF CAFÉ
This will be on Wednesday of this week (8th), 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF MARCH
We pray for all those who are suffering in Turkey and Syria, for families that have lost loved ones and for those risking their lives in the recovery operation.
For those we know who are sick or bereaved, for healing and comfort.
We pray for peace in our world especially as fighting in Ukraine has reached one year
We pray that we will be aware of those around us who are struggling in so many different ways, and that we will give out of our abundance.
COLLECT FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
Eternal God,
give us insight to discern your will for us
to give up what harms us
and to seek the perfection we are promised
in Jesus Christ our Lord.
AMEN
READINGS FOR 12TH MARCH
Psalm 95
Exodus 17:1-7
Romans 5:1-11
John 4:5:42
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
Two of the young men and Tracey were taken up the tower by Jon. An amazing way to see the city.
GRIEF AWARENESS CAFE
Three of the ladies from the Grief Café last week where we were delighted that Tony NHS Chaplain joined us in the hope that he can start something similar at HRI. New people are turning up each month and finding comfort and friendship as they share refreshments together.
MINSTER PRAISE
This will be held on Thursday 16th at 10:30. Everyone is welcome to this short informal service followed by cakes and coffee/tea
A BIG THANK YOU FROM DAVE ALLUM
Thank you to everyone at Hull Minster for all the gifts, cards and good wishes on the occasion of my 85th Birthday and “retirement” last weekend. Val, as ever, produced a lovely cake, despite feeling poorly, which was enjoyed by everyone after the service. The unexpected flowers were much appreciated by Julia.
STEPPING UP
GROWING NEW DISCIPLES IN PLACES WHERE
LIFE IS TOUGH.
A new Stepping Up learning Community will be starting in Hull after Easter.
Stepping Up provides an opportunity for lay people to come together once a week with people from other parishes in Hull to grow together as disciples of Jesus, and explore how to develop mission in their local community.
Over forty people have now completed Stepping Up in the urban and coastal communities of our York Diocese. They are involved in mission in their church and community in many different ways, and witnessing their churches grow as they share God’s love in the local community. You can read some of their stories and watch a video about Stepping Up here www.mseed.org
If you are interested in finding out more about Stepping Up, please speak to Heather or contact her at heather.black@yorkdiocese.org T 07852151740
Hilda’s Heirs! Wow it is great to have an event celebrating women in faith at the Minster!
Hilda’s Heirs 11th March 2023 10:30-3:30pm
“Hilda’s Heirs is a fun day of activities celebrating women and girls in mission and ministry. It is based at Hull Minster but includes an optional treasure hunt around the city.
Children and young people are invited to attend with leaders from their groups or their family. Activities include: brass rubbing, designing stained glass windows and a Minster Mystery Trail.
The day will start with a short worship service and end with a communion led by Bishop Eleanor of Hull and Leslie Newton (Chair of the Methodist District). During the day there will be a variety of activities and crafts on offer. A soup and sandwich lunch will be provided by the Hull Minster Cafe.
We are asking for contributions of £5 per head (£15 per family) towards food and resources, but please get in touch with carolyn.edwards@yorkdiocese.org or victoria@methodistyouth.org.uk if you need to discuss a bursary”.
You can book tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hildas-heirs-tickets-525415009437
I am so excited to be taking part in this event which has been organised by the York Diocese. It is great to run a group for girls and be able to celebrate how amazing women are and how we can work together to learn more about God, our faith and share with others the amazing things he did for us. It is great for our girls and families to see how faith works through different people at different stages in their journey.
I hope to see you there,
Blessings
Lauren
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF FEBRUARY
We pray for all those who are suffering in Turkey and Syria, for families that have lost loved ones and for those risking their lives in the recovery operation.
For those we know who are sick or bereaved, for healing and comfort.
We pray for peace in our world.
For the safety of all children during the school holidays and for a restful time for all staff who work in schools.
COLLECT FOR THE SUNDAY NEXT BEFORE LENT
Holy God
you know the disorder of our sinful lives;
set straight our crooked hearts
and bend our wills to love your goodness and your glory
in Jesus Christ our Lord
AMEN
READINGS FOR 19th FEBRUARY
Psalm 2
Exodus 24:12-end
2 Peter 1:16-end
Matthew 17:1-9
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND WEEK OF FEBRUARY
· We pray for all volunteers and staff at the Minster
We pray for all those struggling to keep warm and well-fed during this difficult economic period
For those we know who are sick or bereaved, for healing and comfort
We pray for peace in our world
We pray for the family of Nicola Bulley during these difficult days
COLLECT FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE LENT
Almighty God
give us reverence for all creation
and respect for every person
that we may mirror your likeness
in Jesus Christ our Lord
AMEN
READINGS FOR THE 12TH FEBRUARY
Psalm 136
Genesis 1:1-23
Romans 8:18-25
Matthew 6:25-end
PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH WEEK OF JANUARY
We pray for all volunteers and staff at the Minster
·We pray for the ‘warm church’ initiative. For guidance as changes are made and another day is introduced
For those we know who are sick or bereaved, for healing and comfort.
We pray for an end to the unrest in our country due to the many strikes that are taking place – for an acceptable solution
COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY
DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS
READINGS FOR 29nd JANUARY
