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26 August 2024

Minster Lifeline 31

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26 August 2024

This week Irene writes:

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TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC

It was a great delight to welcome more than 700 people to this event (and that’s not counting teddies!). It was a day where we could show off God’s beautiful building and how it can be used to welcome all ages.

It was wonderful to see the delight on the children’s faces as their teddies were launched on the zip wire or to tick off all the teddies in the quiz around the church.

The day was not just for children you will see below a picture of Olga (who is in her 90’s) enjoying being with her ‘ted’ in the wonderful atmosphere.

To let you into a secret the volunteers and those working in the Minster enjoyed dancing to the action songs as the clearing up was being done. I have to say the ‘bee’ and the ‘teddy’ went down a treat a special thank you to whoever was on the inside – not an easy role in the heat of the busy Minster but gave much delight to the children.

It goes without saying the volunteers and workers at the Minster are so incredibly special and give up so much of their time to make events like this happen.

We couldn’t manage without each one of you, so

thank you

to everyone involved.

We pray that God’s presence through His spirit and his love

will have touched the hearts of each one of our visitors.

The following array of photographs is an attempt to give you a flavour of the day – the fun for, and involvement of, so many people.

THANK YOU TO ASDA FOR THE DONATION OF CAKES!

THURSDAYS!! - COME AND JOIN US

LOUISE AND RICHARD’S FAREWELL BBQ

This las Sunday was Louise’s final day with us, and we wish her and Richard well in their future ministry. The following are more photographsfrom their farewell BBQ.

HULL MINSTER TOWER POST BOX

Revd. Louise taking an opportunity to go on a tower tour before she moves on to pastures new. She also posted a postcard to herself in Dorset.

All the very best wishes Louise, it has been a pleasure working with you. John Major

FREEDOM FEST

We have been asked to include a segment about the performances in the Minster next week:

ETERNITY BY CIRCA

Don’t miss out - grab your tickets for one of our most anticipated events of Freedom Festival 2024 - Eternity by Circa!

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Step into Hull Minster, surrounded by the magical music of Arvo Pärt, recorded by the extraordinary Australian Chamber Orchestra. This sets the stage for an hour-long circus performance like no other, created by the visionary Yaron Lifschitz and performed by members of the globally renowned Circa ensemble.

In Eternity, these talented circus artists explore powerful emotions and delve into profound themes such as love, death, loss, hope and wonder. Through their breathtaking acrobatics and awe-inspiring feats, they express the human experience in a way that will touch your heart.

This show goes beyond the physical capabilities of the human body, pushing the boundaries of what we can see and understand. It poses the question: can circus grapple with the mysteries that lie outside the visible realm?

Eternity is a show that immerses you in a state of rapture, featuring two monumental works of contemporary spiritual music by Arvo Pärt: Tabula Rasa and Fratres. As these captivating melodies fill the air, you’ll be surrounded by stunning architecture, creating an atmosphere that transports you to another world.

“THE INTERSECTION OF CIRCUS, DANCE AND SPIRITUAL REFLECTION.” – Limelight // View

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ANOTHER TALENTED QUILTER!

Alison has made this for one of the babies in our congregation!

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

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 45:1-2, 6-9

James 1:17-end

Mark 7:1-8, 15-15,21-23

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For an end to the retaliations by both Israel and Hezbollah

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

· For all those who attended the Teddy Bears’ picnic that they will know the feel of God’s love in the Minster

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18 August 2024

Minster Lifeline 30

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18 August 2024

This week Irene writes:

Are you a Mary or a Martha? We hear about Martha and Mary in our Gospels. Mary was reflective, thoughtful, and prayerful. Martha was busy, doing, and a diligent worker. Both loved Jesus.

If you come into the Minster, you will often see two ‘Martha’s’: Julia and Becky whose hands are always busy. Julia is often knitting tiny hats for the prem babies that are born in Hull or prayer scarves for those who for many reasons appreciate the gift of prayer. Becky, who runs our knit and natter group, attends the online bible studies and is always around for prayer. If you ever need to talk to someone about prayer, then Becky is your lady; she is a very prayerful lady.

Both ladies are always busy, and the pictures below show their wonderful achievements.

It takes both Marys and Marthas to make a church family. Don’t think ‘I can only….’ or, “I couldn’t possibly …” God wants to use all of us, and it wouldn’t be helpful if we were all good at the same thing.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

This will be upon us once again on the 24th of August. It is a great annual event when we invite all our families and young peoples’ groups into the church to share fun together.

Not only do the children and parents have fun but it is also a wonderful opportunity for our church family to come together to help in many different ways. If you haven’t already signed up, please speak to Shirley or Irene – there is always a job to do! Remember the saying ‘many hands make light work’

Or we can turn to Hebrews 10:24 which says: “…and let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.”

Let’s make it an enjoyable day for all – not just the teddies

GIRLS BRIGADE HAVING FUN

Hi everyone, we had a great finish to the summer term and year by going to Gravity! The girls wanted to bounce and jump around an expel lots of energy. Which they certainly did: All enjoyed it. The girls enjoyed a game a dodgeball whilst on a trampoline, I could barely keep myself upright and yet they managing to through a ball with aim! The girls also enjoyed a 'run, bounce and jump' on to big air bed. They found it highly amusing when the attendant had to come and rescue me out of it! Fortunately, I was in charge of the camera! The last part of the trampoline experience was a total wipeout style trampoline where you must jump over or go under the barrier. This took a lot of skill and one of girls managed to make it through the sequence! It was fabulous watching them all have fun and interacting together showing what a lovely group of friends they have all become even though some may only see each other once a week. We pray that God keeps all our young people safe over the summer. With many thanks and best wishes, Lauren

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!

We would love to hear from potential volunteers for our Girls’ Brigade group! You can help children and young people make new friends, learn new skills, explore the Christian faith, and much, much more! The Girls' Brigade is about empowering women to engage with life and explore the Christian faith in a hopeful way. We provide a safe fun environment to come together, to speak and to grow all members of the community. Full training and support will be given. We meet during term-time on Tuesday evenings 6pm-8:30pm at Hull Minster. If you cannot make every week, this is no problem we could look at a rota. If you would like to join the Girls Brigade family and support local families in becoming followers of Jesus Christ, (you do not have to have faith to join our group but be supportive of our Girls' Brigade values) please contact Lauren 07508975775. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

HULL MINSTER TOWER POST BOX

We have now got a great selection of postcards for sale for those on a tower tour. Here are the first two people posting theirs in the post box on the top of the tower. The two couples, both originally from Hull and visit Hull regularly. One now lives in Newcastle and the other in Wiltshire.

If you are booked on a tower tour and would also like to use this post-box you can obtain your cards from the shop, they already have postage stamps on them and will be franked ‘posted from the top of Hull Minster tower’.

COME AND JOIN US

LOUISE AND RICHARD’S FAREWELL BBQ

This was enjoyed by everyone. We wish them both well in their future ministry. Look out for pictures in next week’s Lifeline as it will be Louise’s last Sunday with us.

AN ACT OF KINDNESS

Last week a lady came into the minster with this lovely bouquet of flowers saying she would like to give them to the Minster. Fiona, our flower lady, took charge of them.

JANE OWEN’S ONE YEAR CELEBRATION!

Jane Owen’s barbeque celebration one year on from serious brain surgery. Jane is good and well again.

COLLECT FOR THE THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Almighty God, you search us and know us;

may we rely on you in strength and rest on you in weakness,

now and in all our days

through Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 84

Ephesians 6:10-20

John 6:56-69

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For children and their families during the school break, asking that none may go hungry and help us to do our part in supporting them and the food banks around the city.

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

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11 August 2024

Minster Lifeline 29

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11 August 2024

This week Irene writes:

Teddy Bears’ Picnic will be upon us once again on the 24th August. This is a great annual event when we invite all our families and young people’s groups into the church to share fun together.

Not only do the children and parents have fun it is also a great opportunity for our church family to come together to help in many different ways. If you haven’t already signed up please speak to Shirley or Irene – there is always a job to do! Remember the saying ‘many hands make light work’

Or we can turn to Hebrews 10:24 which says ‘and let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works’.

Let’s make it an enjoyable day for all – not just the teddies!

LOUISE’S FAREWELL

Don’t forget Louise’s farewell BBQ in the vicarage grounds (St. John’s Newland) on 17th August at 6 p.m.

Bring: yourself and, if you want to contribute, a salad, drink, or pudding, that would be great! Hot dogs provided.

VERY SPECIAL GUEST

This week we hosted someone incredibly special on a tower tour.

Stephen Reed, who now lives in Spain is the son of a former ringing master Fred Reed, Fred is remembered in the ringing chamber by a plaque and photograph.

Stephen was delighted to see and sit with his father’s photograph during the tour.

Jon Major

HULL MINSTER TOWER POST BOX

COLLECT FOR THE TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

God of constant mercy, who sent your Son to save us.

remind us of your goodness, increase your grace within us,

that our thankfulness may grow

through Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 111

Ephesians 5:15-20

John 6:51-58

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE TWELFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For the families and friends of the three little girls murdered in Southport

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For children and their families during the school break, asking that none may go hungry and help us to do our part in supporting them and the food banks around the city.

· For peace in our city and cities throughout the country. For the end to rioting

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

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4 August 2024

Minster Lifeline 28

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4 August 2024

This week Val writes:

In the UK today, we are no longer a Christian nation, generally paying only token gestures to the faith. Yes, in some of our Royal ceremonies and in Parliament where sittings in both Houses begin with prayers which follow the Christian faith but there is currently no multi-faith element. Attendance is voluntary. We also have a State church, the Church of England. I say this to contrast with the following story, known by many, but probably not everyone.

This last week saw the beginning of the thirty-third Olympiad, hosted by France. The venue in which the hockey will be played, is the Stade Olympique Yves-du-Manoir and is famous for a remarkable race in 1924. You may well have seen the film Chariots of Fire which recounts the story of Eric Liddell (and Harold Abrahams). Eric, from Scotland was a devout Christian and when he learned that his races, the 100-metre sprint, which he was expected to win, and the 4 x 100 metre, and 4 x 400 metre relays would be run on a Sunday, he refused to take part. For him Sunday was for God, so it would be breaking the Sabbath day, and at the last minute he switched to the 400 metres, run on another day. The press gave him a hard time, but he believed it would not be honouring to God to run on a Sunday. He won the 400 metres in record time! Having no time for the media’s hero worship, he soon returned to China (where he had been born to Christian missionaries) and continued his family’s missionary work. He died there in 1945 in a Japanese internment camp.

A final touch: Harold Abrahams won the 100-metre sprint so at least it still came back to the UK.

We rarely hear today, in this country, of people standing so firmly for their Christian beliefs. However, in countries around the world, many Christians are persecuted and put to death for their faith. (See the organisation Open Doors online for further information.) Here is a very worrying statistic: Of the 16% of people who define as belonging to the Church of England, 51.9% never attend services and in fact only 10.7% of people who identify with the Church of England report attending church at least weekly.

I ask myself, and you, what would make us publicly stand and support our faith in the face of opposition?

CHRISTIAN AID

We were able to send £355 to Christian Aid this week. Thank you to those who sponsored Michael and Jess for their walk across the Humber Bridge. Thank you too, to Michael and Jess for their efforts.

MESSY CHURCH

Many thanks to all those who helped in any way to make it a fun time for the children.

MEET DAVE

Dave works as the Manager of Hancocks Cash & Carry in Hull. For the last 2 years Dave has supported Hull Minster by donating sweets for the Teddy Bear's picnic and Easter bunny trails. He was kind enough to donate 300 bags of sweets, which will be distributed to the children who attend this year’s Teddy Bear's picnic on the 24th of August. See you there!

LOUISE’S FAREWELL

Don’t forget Louise’s farewell BBQ in the vicarage grounds (St. John’s Newland) on 17th August at 6 p.m.

HULL MINSTER TOWER POST BOX

APOLOGIES FOR THERE BEING NO ‘LIFELINE’ LAST WEEK

COLLECT FOR THE ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

God of glory, the end of our searching,

help us to lay aside all that prevents us from seeking your kingdom,

and to give all that we have to gain the pearl beyond all price,

through our Saviour Jesus Christ.

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 130

Ephesians 4:25-5.2

John 6:35,41-51

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· We pray especially for a peaceful settlement in Israel and Gaza.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For children and their families during the school break, asking that none may go hungry and help us to do our part in supporting them and the food banks around the city.

· For the newly elected government as they grapple with major issues, that they may work for the good of the country.

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

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21 July 2024

Minster Lifeline 27 (Copy)

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21 July 2024

Rev. Irene writes:

.Hooray!!! School’s out forever, as the song says. Children celebrate, teachers celebrate, parents – not so sure!!

As a child, six weeks seemed endless, however, these days it seems to go like the blink of an eye.

Our choir has broken up for summer and we must say a big thank you for all their, and their families, hard work this year. It is a very big commitment

Toby, one of our 9:30 children, is celebrating 100% attendance for this school year. What an achievement – well done Toby.

For parents: there is a verse in the Bible that says: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

CHOIR SUNDAY PHOTOS

NEW FOR WELCOME CAFE

There will be an additional table at the welcome café on a regular basis which will be a prayer table. It is for those wishing to pray for anyone for whatever reason. I will be there as often as I can with help for those that may need it. There will be prayer sheets available to write on and various prayers that can be taken away. This will be starting after Minster Praise on Thursday 18th July. Becky Dexter

MEMBERS OF THE PCC

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC - KATIE OGILVIE

As a family, we began attending Holy Trinity December 2013, shortly after moving down from Northumberland. I grew up in Ottringham, East Yorkshire, and met Iain at University. We lived in the North East for the first sixteen years of married life, moving back here when my dad became ill. I am a secondary English teacher by trade and have loved leading different English departments across a variety of schools, but we also run our own farm and accommodation business, which gave me the opportunity to step down from teaching post pandemic. I am passionate about how the church engages with children and young people, and I am studying an MA in Theology, Ministry and Mission specifically focused in this area, so I can learn more. I believe that children are the heart of church, and need to be the number one priority in everything we do. Katie Ogilvie

THEM BELLS!

One thing we often get asked about by visitors are ‘how many bells are there?’

Here is a short bio of the bells we have at the Minster.

In 1648 six bells were installed, these bells were removed and recast in 1727 and 2 new ones were added, and we have grown significantly since then. The last three bells were added in the 1970’s to take our total to 15, although we would only ring a maximum of twelve at any one time. All the bells travel 360 degrees and not just swung side to side as they do on the continent, these are rung prior to the 11 o’ clock service, and as my mum always said, ‘there is no better sound on a Sunday morning than the sound of church bells being rung’, I tend to agree. If you stand outside and listen to ours being rung so professionally by our band of wonderful ringers, I can guarantee it will set you up for the day. As well as these we have 25 bells on the carillon, these bells are fixed in a frame and rung automatically every other hour straight after the hour chime, they can be programmed to play any tune you wish, in fact 2 years ago our Director of Music, Mark Kieth sat and played 10 minutes of nursery rhymes for a family sat in the square.

The only bell that can be rung from the ground level of the church is the ‘Lady Bell’, this was gifted to us by the German Lutheran Church on Newland Avenue, which is now closed, and this bell is used as a call to worship, often heard prior to morning and evening prayers.

One other usable ‘bell’ is the dumbbell, in fact it is a metal weight rather than a bell and is used as a training aid for beginners to get used to the feeling of the bell and rope.

On the floor of the ringing room lies a bell dating back to 1680 and was housed one time at the Corn Exchange on the High Street, this moved to a museum in the city centre, unfortunately that building was bombed during the war and a lot of exhibits lost.

During excavation to lay the foundations for the new Wilberforce medical centre the bell was found and found its new home in the ringing room.

In the clock room is a bell from Scott Street bridge and was given to us when the bridge closed to traffic.

As you can see, we have a HUGE collection of bells and consists of some tonnage.

A lot of these bells was given by our Steeple Keeper David Stipetic MBE, who started ringing here in 1953 when he rang for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II coronation, unfortunately we don’t see him that often now due to ill health, but he is still well respected within the church and without his generosity we would probably not have such a great collection. A lot of work now is undertaken by the Ringing Master, Robin Alden.

If you would like to know more about the bells feel free to pop into the church and ask Robin or Therese about them, these two can often be found working within the Minster, or why not book a tower tour where you can see first-hand the rooms where these are housed.

Jon Major Photo courtesy of Robin Alden

MESSY CHURCH

Thank you to everyone who brought in tin cans. Do come to messy church on uesday and see what they become! Gill Alden

THURSDAY MORNINGS

“One of the joyful things to see on a Thursday morning, is our friends enjoying interacting, not only with our church space, but with each other. One of the successes is our sensory toy / fidget table. Not everybody is able or wants to colour in or do puzzles, or can communicate verbally with each other, yet these colourful sensory items bring fun and excitement to many of them. As the weeks have gone by, they have become more and more popular, as you can see from the photos, and our Ear Defenders have also come in handy too for those of us who are sensitive to noise.

We have also noticed that children visiting our church have also enjoyed playing with these items, and now that the summer holidays are upon us, I am sure that these will get lots of use. Therefore, a shoutout to all parents and grandparents out there – did your children / grandchildren go through the poppet and fidget spinner craze? Have they finished with them now and would like them to go to a good home?

Please look at the joy on our friends faces and think about donating them to us, so we can use them on a Thursday and through the summer holidays.

‘Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.’ Philippians 4:5

I’ve used the bible verse that I’ve chosen because these people are so gentle, and the Lord always feels close by when they are in our church. Thank you, Ann”. Ann Wilkinson

OLDER JUNIOR CHURCH

The older Junior Church Group have continued interviewing Congregation members, there are two bespoke questions per interview. Question 2 this week was what’s the coolest thing in your house? Can you guess who they were interviewing?

HULL MINSTER’S ARCHEOLOGY

Our archeology has finally found a new resting place in a specially designed cabinet located in the south transept. Designed by Glasshaus of York it gives you a good look at the items that were excavated from Trinity Square in 2016 and 2019, and the Trinity Burial Ground at Castle Street in 2020.

Lots of items are in the top part of the glass case, but you can look in the drawers and find some coffin plates and a death mask. You can find out more about these items here or in the Minster on the interactive TV portals. Search the catalogue | Hull Minster Heritage .

A description of each item will be installed with the case in a couple of weeks , but you can browse away and find things that interest you right now!

The bodies connected with the finds have been carefully reburied at Castle Street or are in the crypt at Hull Minster. Dominic, Jane and Alasdair held a service of re-committal down there in Ju

The younger children made prayer bracelets this morning as Caroline encouraged them to pray for their friends and anyone who needed to know God’s love. They loved it!

CHRISTIAN MUSICAL – “IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL”

My name is Gareth Hides. I'm a Baptist minister based in Nottinghamshire.

We are bringing an exciting Christian musical to Hull in August, on Saturday 31st, 7pm at Jubilee Central, as part of our Edinburgh and Northern England summer tour. The musical is called “It is Well with My Soul” and tells the story of the people behind the classic Gospel hymn. The production features a professional cast and has enjoyed sell-out performances in London and elsewhere. For more information, please take a look at our website: www.itiswellmusical.com

Our vision is for this tour is for it to be a resource for churches, to be both an encouragement to Christians, and to be an evangelistic outreach event, for church members to invite along friends who might not yet be connected to church or those on the fringe. This is one reason we have put together a ticket which admits two people for a reduced cost. I am attaching a PowerPoint slide and a link to a short video clip: https://youtu.be/g9pM6JPy0Eg . We would be very grateful if you could please include details of the performance in your notice time on Sundays at the Minster over the next few weeks. We are also happy to post a couple of physical A4 posters if this will be helpful for your notice board. Please reply to this email to request these, giving a postal address.

We are also keen to enable youth groups to come at a reduced rate. If you are keen to take advantage of this, please reply to this email and we can book you tickets for just £8 when a youth group orders four tickets or more. Plus, when booking 10 tickets, there is one ticket free for the youth leader.

Tickets can be booked through the website - https://jubileecentral.gigantic.com/it-is-well-with-my-soul-tickets/hull-jubilee-central/2024-08-31-18-30

COLLECT FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Gracious Father, revive your church in our day,

and make her holy, strong and faithful,

for your glory’s sake

in Jesus Christ Our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 14

Ephesians 3:14-end

John 6:1-21

PRAYER POINTS FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For children and their families during the school break, asking that none may go hungry

· For all those in the Minster Choir as it breaks for the summer break, giving thanks for all their input throughout the past year.

· For the newly elected government that they may work for the good of the country.

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

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21 July 2024

Minster Lifeline 27

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21 July 2024

Rev. Irene writes:

.Hooray!!! School’s out forever, as the song says. Children celebrate, teachers celebrate, parents – not so sure!!

As a child, six weeks seemed endless, however, these days it seems to go like the blink of an eye.

Our choir has broken up for summer and we must say a big thank you for all their, and their families, hard work this year. It is a very big commitment

Toby, one of our 9:30 children, is celebrating 100% attendance for this school year. What an achievement – well done Toby.

For parents: there is a verse in the Bible that says: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

CHOIR SUNDAY PHOTOS

NEW FOR WELCOME CAFE

MEMBERS OF THE PCC

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC - KATIE OGILVIE

THEM BELLS!

One thing we often get asked about by visitors are ‘how many bells are there?’

Here is a short bio of the bells we have at the Minster.

One other usable ‘bell’ is the dumbbell, in fact it is a metal weight rather than a bell and is used as a training aid for beginners to get used to the feeling of the bell and rope.

During excavation to lay the foundations for the new Wilberforce medical centre the bell was found and found its new home in the ringing room.

In the clock room is a bell from Scott Street bridge and was given to us when the bridge closed to traffic.

As you can see, we have a HUGE collection of bells and consists of some tonnage.

Jon Major Photo courtesy of Robin Alden

MESSY CHURCH

Thank you to everyone who brought in tin cans. Do come to messy church on uesday and see what they become! Gill Alden

THURSDAY MORNINGS

Please look at the joy on our friends faces and think about donating them to us, so we can use them on a Thursday and through the summer holidays.

‘Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.’ Philippians 4:5

I’ve used the bible verse that I’ve chosen because these people are so gentle, and the Lord always feels close by when they are in our church. Thank you, Ann”. Ann Wilkinson

OLDER JUNIOR CHURCH

A description of each item will be installed with the case in a couple of weeks , but you can browse away and find things that interest you right now!

The bodies connected with the finds have been carefully reburied at Castle Street or are in the crypt at Hull Minster. Dominic, Jane and Alasdair held a service of re-committal down there in Ju

The younger children made prayer bracelets this morning as Caroline encouraged them to pray for their friends and anyone who needed to know God’s love. They loved it!

CHRISTIAN MUSICAL – “IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL”

My name is Gareth Hides. I'm a Baptist minister based in Nottinghamshire.

COLLECT FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Gracious Father, revive your church in our day,

and make her holy, strong and faithful,

for your glory’s sake

in Jesus Christ Our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 14

Ephesians 3:14-end

John 6:1-21

PRAYER POINTS FOR NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For children and their families during the school break, asking that none may go hungry

· For all those in the Minster Choir as it breaks for the summer break, giving thanks for all their input throughout the past year.

· For the newly elected government that they may work for the good of the country.

· For all those awaiting exam results, that they may find the right path in life regardless of the outcome.

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14 July 2024

Minster Lifeline 26

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14 July 2024

Rev. Irene writes:

It was great to welcome Girls’ Brigade into our 9:30 service this Sunday morning. The children at that service turned Nita’s cutting out into a colourful map of Great Britain. We were looking at the message of St. Paul to the Ephesians, how God preplanned the world and all that is in it. We sang ‘Our God is a Great Big God’ and ‘My Lighthouse’ both songs emphasising God’s gift given to us through Jesus. They took part in reading the Scriptures and were so excited to be receiving their badges. Lauren Jeffries, their leader particularly liked the badge excitement on welcoming Violet-Rose officially into GB family. (middle of second row)

Lovely to see them all working on the mural – a map of the British Isles – colouring in images of everything God created.

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APPEAL FOR ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU SCHOOL

As you may be aware, I volunteer at Archbishop Sentamu Academy in the chapel with Rev. Anne. We would be so grateful if you could help the school with donations for our food parcels which we will be putting together at the end of term for families, to help them during the summer break.
Items such as toiletries, and non-perishable foods would be extremely helpful. Thank you so much in advance.
Rev. Anne and myself will pick up any donations from the church on Sunday morning 14th July after the 9.30am service. Ellie Hardy

MEMBERS OF THE PCC

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC - SAM McGAW

Sam McGaw has been a PCC member for too many years for him to count, taking on most roles over time. He and Sue married in church in 1976! Currently he represents his own distinct views of what Christianity as seen in Biblical terms and in church is or should be and what it is not! He feels the mission of us all as members of the church fellowship is to reach out to make contact with those outside and those visiting our building, and within to encourage faith with learning and accessible, understandable worship. He plays his part in many activities associated with our fellowship such as the choir, bells, bible study and church opening. As a lay minister Sam also has a role in leading our worship. On the PCC Sam is a member of the Standing Committee and leads the People and Communications Sub Group. Outside church, he is chair of trustees of Homestart (Hull) a family support children's charity and tries some gentle (!) allotment gardening.

MESSY CHURCH

The next Messy Church date is approaching (23rd July) and for one of the All Things Bright and Beautiful crafts we need empty tin cans, if you could help, please would you bring your empties and give them to me! Thank you!!

ACTIVE DAY CARE GROUP

Please meet Amy. She has been visiting the Welcome Café with her Active Day Care group for several months and doesn’t really interact with the space or activities. You will often find Amy stood in the middle of the Nave spinning from side to side (this is known as Stimming) and she is happy in her own space. I make a point of saying hello and goodbye, and asking if she is Ok, but other than that Amy doesn’t communicate with me. I’ve often wished I could find a way of engaging Amy in some way within our church, and today we found a way of doing that.

Her carer asked if we had a piano, and as you can see from the photo’s Amy was in her element. She didn’t need music to play, and spent over 30 minutes playing various tunes, both requested from her carer and myself, and playing the ones that she enjoyed too. Seeing Amy finally finding something that brought her joy in our church, brought joy to my heart too. She has such a gift, so if you are in the church on a Thursday morning, and you hear her playing please go and listen to her and show her some love.

When you read Psalm 139:14: “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well”, remember Amy, and all the other people who have different learning abilities who visit and work in Hull Minster. We are a gift from God and bring joy and uniqueness just like everybody else. Ann Wilkinson

WEDDING BLESSING

I was delighted to bless the marriage of Dan Pryboda and Yuanyuan Wu in the Minster on Wednesday last week. Dan and Yuan had been married in Las Vegas however, Dan had been deputy head boy at Trinity House School and remembered the times he spent in Holy Trinity during that time.

He had asked whether the organ could be played and Mark Keith kindly obliged. I think you will agree Yuan is looking incredibly beautiful.

A description of each item will be installed with the case in a couple of weeks , but you can browse away and find things that interest you right now!

The bodies connected with the finds have been carefully reburied at Castle Street or are in the crypt at Hull Minster. Dominic, Jane and Alasdair held a service of re-committal down there in June 2023. Jane Owen

‘INTERNATIONAL TOWER TOUR”

Hull Minster played host to a group of international visitors this week from Italy, Germany, Estonia and the USA. All the group work on aesthetics and visual art-particularly pictures and sculptures. Although it was a whistle stop tour they managed to have guided walk around the church and a visit to the ringing chamber.

The tour was organised by Dr. Dawn Wilson, a senior lecturer in philosophy at Hull University, she also happens to be mum to one of our choristers.

JUNIOR CHURCH

The younger children made prayer bracelets this morning as Caroline encouraged them to pray for their friends and anyone who needed to know God’s love. They loved it!

AND THAT GAME!

I never thought I’d be listening to Sweet Caroline and Hey, Jude before Breakfast Church on a Sunday morning but of course it’s the day of THE GAME! and, this Lifeline will be published before it’s finished. The sight of Rev. Rob and John Lawson waving the English flag was great fun!

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 EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 23

Ephesians 2:11-end

Mark 6:30-34,53-end

PRAYER POINTS FOR EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For the many families who are struggling to make ends meet.

· For the members of the two Junior Choir Groups who meet every week to learn more about spiritual things.

· For the newly elected government that they may work for the good of the country.

· For all those sitting examinations in school or university. Help them to be calm and achieve the desired outcomes

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8 July 2024

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8 July 2024

Rev. Irene writes:

I am sure we all have a favourite book on our shelves; one that is dog eared and well-worn but still the ‘go to’ book that we turn to at different times in our lives.

My book is an NIV study bible which I bought when I made a commitment of faith some forty years ago, on the recommendation of the teacher I worked with at the time at Ganton School.

Over the years unfortunately it had become ‘tatty’ with the outside torn and falling apart. Along came a ‘fairy godfather’ - book binder Brian Osborne, a long-term friend of David and Julia Allum, who whisked away my bible and this week returned it to me looking spectacular. It still has the marks of being well used which is great, but the outside is bound so well that it looks new.

I am delighted and very grateful to Brian.

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VOLUNTEERS FROM NORTHCOTT SIXTH FORM COLLEGE

Adam and Tristan have been on placement from this Northcott College since April. Adam has worked in the shop, and Tristan has helped on Welcome and other jobs. Both Adam and Tristan are staying on as Volunteers over the summer holidays.

APPEAL FOR ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU SCHOOL

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC

ROBIN ALDEN

Robin’s parents (Michael and Margaret) were married at Holy Trinity in 1961. Margaret’s parents, John (J.D.) and Laura Herbert attended Holy Trinity at that time and Michael’s parents (Bill and Doris) moved their worship from Cottingham to Holy Trinity for a time so that the families could worship together.

The wedding was here, on a market day, in the Nave which was pretty full as people came in from the market to watch.

Robin was born in 1963 and christened at Holy Trinity in August 1963 by Rev. Iliff. He joined the choir as a boy in the new year of 1971. He was confirmed here in March 1976 by Rev. Bridgman. As his voice broke in 1978, he was invited to join the bellringers as well as progressing into the adult choir. Robin attended Hymers College in the city and, having very much enjoyed his later days at Hymers, retook his A-levels at Hull College of Further Education. He went on to take a degree in Computer Science at London University where he met Gill and went on to do an M.Sc. (more computers) in Manchester. Robin and Gill married whilst living in London and moved back to Hull, against Gill’s better judgement! They have two daughters, Phoebe and Becca, who were also both christened and confirmed here and who sang in the choir in their turn.

Robin is the Ringing Master (i.e. he helps lead the bellringers). He has recently stepped down from being churchwarden for seven and a half years and remains a member of the PCC. Robin is retired from a career in internet security.

He gets two pictures – one in his ‘usual scruff’ and the other – well, see for yourselves!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM CHRISTOPHER AND JESS

God has sent us a healthy daughter, and he's made her ever so cute: with a little pixie face and a very loud voice! Her name will be Mathilda Janet Fear and we give thanks to God for her.

MESSY CHURCH

VHEY (Hull & East Yorkshire Volunteers) recently asked us to nominate a HEY volunteer who helps at the Minster.

After much deliberation, we chose Frances. Frances is a regular HEY Volunteer, she books on shift every Thursday afternoon. She is always happy to 'muck in' and help where needed and always with a smile on her face!

We are so lucky to have you Frances......now about that purple fleece!

TOWER TOUR

This week, a tower tour hosted our neighbours from Trinity House. The group led by Capt. John Tindall thoroughly enjoyed their visit also learning some history of the Minster and surrounding area that these two great historic buildings share.

COLLECT FOR SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Generous God,

you give us gifts and make them grow.

though our faith is small as mustard seed, make it grow to your glory

and the flourishing of your kingdom.

through Jesus Christ Our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 24

Ephesians 1:3-14

Mark 6:14-29

PRAYER POINTS FOR SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation, where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For the many families who are struggling to make ends meet.

· For the members of the two Junior Choir Groups who meet every week to learn more about spiritual things.

· For the newly elected government that they may work for the good of the country.

· For all those sitting examinations in school or university. Help them to be calm and achieve the desired outcomes.

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1 July 2024

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Rev. Irene writes:

Rob Carlisle our new churchwarden came into the Welcome Café last Thursday morning and described it as ‘peace and chaos’

I have to agree it was just that! In the chaos of coffee, cake and lots of chat we were entertained by one of our volunteer’s grandson, Jacob. Jacob is studying music and has a fantastic voice.

He entertained with a selection of songs from Les Miserables, it was fabulous and everyone in church loved it. You can see from our photos the young people thoroughly enjoyed this even asking for Jacob’s autograph at the end.

We never know what to expect on a Thursday at our café but moments like this make it so special.

Tim and I are so grateful to all the volunteers that help each week – big thank you to each one of you!

THURSDAY PRAYERS

Rev. Rob praying from the pulpit during the Thursday Welcome Cafe.

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MEMBERS OF THE PCC

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC

Alastair Dean

I was born in Surrey, England and moved to Canada with my parents when I was a lad. I became a choir boy at the age of ten to an RSCM affiliated choir. I later joined several community choirs. I was confirmed by the Bishop of Montreal at St. George’s, Montreal.

I had a career as a Master Industrial Electrician for 38 years. After I retired from this, I became the Property Manager, Verger, and a PCC member at Church of the Epiphany, Sudbury, ON. I also undertook training to become a reader and was licensed as a reader in 2009.

I moved back to the UK in 2013 and became a verger at Chelmsford Cathedral where for a time I was the acting Head Verger. I retired as Deputy Head Verger at Chelmsford Cathedral on Christmas Day 2022 and subsequently followed Archbishop Stephen Cottrell to York Diocese and found a spiritual home at Hull Minster.

(Picture taken at St Paul’s Cathedral on 13 January 2019 following Clergy and Friends Service where I was one of the service vergers).

ATTEMPTING A FULL PEAL

On Saturday 29th June, we had a peal attempt on the bells at Hull Minster. A ‘peal’ is ringing over 5000 combinations of the bells, typically taking around three hours. It requires great skill and powers of concentration to achieve.

They tried for a peal of Yorkshire Surprise Maximus (on 12). Sadly, this peal attempt was unsuccessful, in that they stopped after about an hour.

They did, however, successfully go on to ring a ‘quarter peal’ consisting of 1312 changes of Bristol Surprise Major.

https://cccbr.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/what-is-a-peal.pdf

https://bb.ringingworld.co.uk/view.php?id=1750568

We were pleased to be able to show live views of the bellringers and of the bells in motion on the screens in the church while they rang. Quite a number of visitors and volunteers remarked that it was mesmerising to watch the ringers and bells in action.

APPEAL FOR ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU SCHOOL

MESSY CHURCH

CHURCH @ 6 FINISHING

Rev. Louise and a small team comprising Brad, Connor, and Lisa, started an evening service in April after the Easter holidays. It was to be a reflective service, involving the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, the slow meditative reading of scripture, as a central part of the service. If you are not familiar with this, it is a wonderful way to purposefully listen to God speaking to us through this slow reading of scripture, and to spend time with that, meditating on what these words might mean for us. We have enjoyed our times together, getting to know one another, sharing together, and learning together, growing in our faith. The numbers joining us have varied, from a few to a dozen, and then perhaps a highlight has been the Deanery service on Pentecost Sunday, which attracted people from other Churches.

However, with Rev Louise leaving soon, and the difficulty for other team members who have other commitments taking time and energy, we have decided that 7th July will be our last service together. Although this feels sad, we are grateful to God for the wonderful times of sharing and listening to God together that we have had.

SEW FOR THE SOUL

It is with a heavy heart that I have decided to close the Sew for the Soul group I run on the third Thursday of every month (after Minster Praise). This is due to lack of support. I would like to thank Glenis for her help. Becky Dexter

COLLECT FOR SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Creator God, you made us all in your image.

may we discern you in all that we see and serve you in all that we do.

through Jesus Christ Our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 48

2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Mark 6:1-13

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation. Where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For the many families who are struggling to make ends meet.

· For the members of the two Junior Choir Groups who meet every week to learn more about spiritual things.

· For all political parties, that they may be truthful and honest as they move towards the general election.

· For all those sitting examinations in school or university. Help them to be calm and achieve the desired outcomes.

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30 June 2024

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30 June 2024

Rev. Irene writes:

Rob Carlisle our new churchwarden came into the Welcome Café last Thursday morning and described it as ‘peace and chaos’

I have to agree it was just that! In the chaos of coffee, cake and lots of chat we were entertained by one of our volunteer’s grandson, Jacob. Jacob is studying music and has a fantastic voice.

We never know what to expect on a Thursday at our café but moments like this make it so special.

Tim and I are so grateful to all the volunteers that help each week – big thank you to each one of you!

THURSDAY PRAYERS

Rev. Rob praying from the pulpit during the Thursday Welcome Cafe.

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MEMBERS OF THE PCC

THIS WEEK’S BIOPIC

Alastair Dean

(Picture taken at St Paul’s Cathedral on 13 January 2019 following Clergy and Friends Service where I was one of the service vergers).

ATTEMPTING A FULL PEAL

They tried for a peal of Yorkshire Surprise Maximus (on 12). Sadly, this peal attempt was unsuccessful, in that they stopped after about an hour.

They did, however, successfully go on to ring a ‘quarter peal’ consisting of 1312 changes of Bristol Surprise Major.

https://cccbr.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/what-is-a-peal.pdf

https://bb.ringingworld.co.uk/view.php?id=1750568

APPEAL FOR ARCHBISHOP SENTAMU SCHOOL

MESSY CHURCH

CHURCH @ 6 FINISHING

SEW FOR THE SOUL

COLLECT FOR SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Creator God, you made us all in your image.

may we discern you in all that we see and serve you in all that we do.

through Jesus Christ Our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 48

2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Mark 6:1-13

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for the many areas of the world where there is conflict. We ask for peace and reconciliation. Where dialogue can replace weapons.

· For food supplies and aid to reach the desperate.

· For all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· For the many families who are struggling to make ends meet.

· For the members of the two Junior Choir Groups who meet every week to learn more about spiritual things.

· For all political parties, that they may be truthful and honest as they move towards the general election.

· For all those sitting examinations in school or university. Help them to be calm and achieve the desired outcomes.

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