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10 November 2024

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10 November 2024

This week Irene writes:

Who inspires you?

“Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain

1 Corinthians 15:58

I am inspired so much by a gentleman in Scarborough. He is called Michael and is 86 years old. Michael is part of our church family here at the Minster. He joined us during covid when we had our informal Sunday service on zoom and since then he looks forward every week to receiving Lifeline and hearing all the news even though he cannot be with us in person.

Why does Michael inspire me? He has a wonderful faith, loves to read the bible, pray and discuss all sorts of world and faith issues with whoever will engage with him. Michael was married to Julie for forty-five years before she sadly died from Motor Neurone Disease thirteen years ago. They were a great couple, did everything together and were an active part of their local church.

Despite Michael’s devastation at losing Julie, he turned his conservatory into a workshop and started in a small way to make cards. Selling these to family and friends for £1 each, his work grew and grew. He now has made well over 7000 cards hence having raised over £7000 for MDMA (Motor Neurone Disease Association).

He is a humble gentleman who will go out of his way to encourage others and feels he lives every day as God wants him to.

To spend time with him is to be uplifted and encouraged, even when you feel low.

Thank you, Michael, for inspiring me and do continue with the hard work you are doing to please God and help others who may be suffering.

Let us know if there is someone who inspires you.

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – GOLDEN BOOK

The Golden Book is a handwritten and illuminated folio with the names of the dead in black, their rank and date of death in red, and the initial letters of their names in gold. It also includes the addresses and dates of birth of the deceased, as well as the regiments they served in and the actions in which they lost their lives.

UKRAINE APPEAL

Our Ukrainian friends have asked whether we could collect Advent chocolate calendars, chocolates for Christmas and clothes for teenagers.

Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine continues and the people are so incredibly grateful for the supplies we can send to them.

Our Thursday café has taken £1,000 in donations for drinks and food which is being sent to fund transport from Hull to Ukraine.

Thank you to everyone who has helped.

Minster Shop

There is a lovely selection of calendars, countdowns and candles to celebrate Advent which is only just over a month away. We are very grateful to Julia Allum for designing this year‘s Christmas card. There is an excellent selection of Charity Christmas cards which are new to the Shop this year. The Shop is open Tuesday to Saturday 10-4.

VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION

For our volunteer celebration event this year on Monday 2nd December, I am asking everyone to help, only if you can, to contribute to our buffet. This could be sandwiches, scones, cakes, nibbles, cordials, fruit, anything would be great but only if you want to, there is absolutely no obligation.
If you can help, please could you email me shirley@hullminster.org and let me know what you are offering so I can create a list.
I am also asking all those attending, again only if you can, to bring a gift, wrapped for a Secret Santa. All gifts will be placed on a table and volunteers can choose a gift (not their own) to take away. All gifts must be under £5 and non-gender.
You may have guessed, money is tight this year so if you can help in anyway it will be very appreciated.
If you haven't signed up yet, it's not too late, just either accept the invitation you should have received or email me and I will add you.
Hope to see you there. Regards, Shirley

WANTED - FOR PUB CAROLS Any singers and musicians (who can play a portable instrument) for ‘Pub Carols’, we haven’t done this for a couple of years but now feel it should be resurrected as a fund raiser. As you’d appreciate our wonderful choir is extremely busy over this period so it would be unfair to rely on them alone.

We will start at Sailmakers on High Street at 5pm, then onto the following, the gardens outside Lion & Key and Fretwells, Ye olde White Harte, George Hotel, Calla on Whitefriargate, (possibly Savile Street Freedom Quarter), Furley & Co., Kingston and finishing at Head of Steam.

These may change depending on how busy the pubs are.

This is a bit of fun and a great chance to socialise, who knows there may even be a chance of a mulled wine.

If you can help, please see Jon Major.

MAXIMISE YOUR GIVING TO HULL MINSTER

Thank you to everyone who gives to the work of Hull Minster.

Did you know there are three ways that you can make the most of your giving and it won’t cost you anymore?

1. If you give by cash and you pay tax, please ask for a gift aid envelope when you arrive at church, we can then claim 25% of your gift back in tax from the government so £10 becomes £12.50

2. The best way to give regularly is via parish giving, you can sign up here https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/hull-minster-hull/ and tick the gift aid box

3. Easyfundraising: every time you shop online for gifts, groceries, booking tickets or holidays a donation is given to Hull Minster. We have already raised over £600 through just 15 people using easyfundraising. If more people sign up and shop we can raise even more money. https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/hullminster/?utm_campaign=raise-more

It costs around £1,000 a day to run Hull Minster and all the work we do in local schools and the community. These three easy ways to MAXIMISE your giving can make a big difference.

Thank you. Heather

COLLECT FOR SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Heavenly Lord, you long for the world’s salvation;

stir us from apathy, restrain us from excess and revive in us new hope

that all creation will one day be healed

in Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Psalm 16

Hebrews 10:11-14, 19-25

Mark 13:1-8

PRAYER POINTS FOR SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

For the people of America as they come to terms with new leadership

For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

Help us who have plenty to give generously.

We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

We pray for the people of Ukraine, that we may help wherever we can

We pray for an understanding into young lives and why knives need to be carried. We ask for a way forward to eliminate these crimes in the future

We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

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3 November 2024

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3 November 2024

This week Irene writes:

What a great morning on Wednesday. Half term Messy Church was ‘make a noise for the Lord’, you will see from the photographs the young people did exactly that!

After making a selection of instruments we came together and looked at Psalm 150 final verse ‘let everything that has breath praise the Lord’.

We sang some great children’s songs with lots of actions and accompaniment using the instruments made earlier.

‘A big ‘thank you’ to all who helped particularly to Caroline who put together all the workshops.

Watch this space for the next one!

Revd Irene Wilson

On the 14th of November the Reverend Irene Wilson will change from being a Licensed Minister to being a Minister with the Archbishop’s permission to officiate (PTO). Her ministry of outreach and pastoral care will continue at Hull Minster, particularly in our mid-week hospitality. She will take a natural break after Christmas as part of this transition. We give thanks for her and her ministry as a Minster family. Canon Dominic Black - Vicar

UKRAINE APPEAL

Our Ukrainian friends have asked whether we could collect Advent chocolate calendars, chocolates for Christmas and clothes for teenagers.

Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine continues and the people are so incredibly grateful for the supplies we can send to them.

Our Thursday café has taken £1,000 in donations for drinks and food which is being sent to fund transport from Hull to Ukraine.

Thank you to everyone who has helped.

GOLDEN BOOK

As always on Remembrance Sunday, we read out the names of those in the Golden Book. If you would like to volunteer to do some reading, please contact Jon Major. We will start reading at 1 p.m. and people can stay as long as they like and read as many as they wish.

Minster Shop

9:30 SERVCE

The theme of the service was LOVE ONE ANOTHER and one of the children, Mia, showed her picture of a heart full of love.

RECOGNITION OF LONG SERVICE

The Lord Mayor of Kingston upon Hull invited some long-serving choristers from Hull Minster and their wives to afternoon tea in his dining room at the Guildhall on Monday 28th October.

Chris Fenwick joined the choir seventy years ago. You may have been at the 11am Sunday service the other week when we congratulated him on his long service and, due to the communication skills and contacts of our long-standing (and long-suffering) verger Jon Major, word had reached the Lord Mayor's office of this long service to this civic church.

Chris is very familiar with the environs of the Guildhall, having been a councillor for many years and now being an Honorary Alderman of the city, but was delighted to receive the invitation for himself and Jean.

ASSISTANT VERGER

“My name is Ann and a lot of you will have seen me round church for quite a while. I started as a volunteer in July 2022 whilst I was worshipping at St John’s Newland Church, and on Mustard Seed Stepping Up. I had felt a nudge for a while to come to Hull Minster, and when I met Shirley, I knew I had heard God right. I have been part of the welcomers, events team, and duty manager for the most part and in November 2022 I also became a Chaplain.

In April 2023, after finishing Stepping Up, Claire and I moved from St John’s to Hull Minster to worship here too. I have found fitting in on a Sunday a bit of a challenge as an adult with autism, and it’s been completely different to during the week, where I know where I ‘fit’ and what my role is. As an adult with autism, structure and routine and finding my rhythm in a complex world is important to my mental health, and at times on a Sunday I’ve struggled with this. So, for the past few months I’ve been praying that God would lead me to where He felt I would be both valued and where I would find my ‘fit’. He did and he led me to Jon. As Jon’s assistant verger, it plays to the structure and routine that my brain flourishes on. Both Jon and Dave have been very supportive whilst I’m learning all there is to learn, and now I’m finding my rhythm on a Sunday.

For some people who may question, what if something goes wrong? For an adult with autism – when things go wrong it can be the end of the world, however, that’s why it’s so important that we as a church learn to be more inclusive because then people like me who are different, can then feel we belong to a loving and supportive community. Nobody is perfect, so if something does go wrong, then it’s not a big deal, and we deal with it. If we deal with it well, you won’t even know something went wrong.

I have been learning to be Jon’s assistant for a few weeks now and I’d like to thank Jon and Dave for their supportive and patience, and I’d also like to thank the vicars and members of the congregation for their support too.” Ann W

VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION

WANTED - FOR PUB CAROLS

Any singers and musicians (who can play a portable instrument) for ‘Pub Carols’, we haven’t done this for a couple of years but now feel it should be resurrected as a fund raiser. As you’d appreciate our wonderful choir is extremely busy over this period so it would be unfair to rely on them alone.

These may change depending on how busy the pubs are.

This is a bit of fun and a great chance to socialise, who knows there may even be a chance of a mulled wine.

If you can help, please see Jon Major.

MAXIMISE YOUR GIVING TO HULL MINSTER

Thank you to everyone who gives to the work of Hull Minster.

Did you know there are three ways that you can make the most of your giving and it won’t cost you anymore?

1. If you give by cash and you pay tax, please ask for a gift aid envelope when you arrive at church, we can then claim 25% of your gift back in tax from the government so £10 becomes £12.50

2. The best way to give regularly is via parish giving, you can sign up here https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/hull-minster-hull/ and tick the gift aid box

It costs around £1,000 a day to run Hull Minster and all the work we do in local schools and the community. These three easy ways to MAXIMISE your giving can make a big difference.

Thank you. Heather

ASSISTED SUICIDE - A messag from Archbishishop Stephen

As Parliament prepares to debate assisted suicide, I thought it might be helpful if I shared some of my own thoughts on the matter. I know that this topic is hugely emotive. As the media turn their attention to conversations in Westminster, we will naturally find our memories turning to the time we’ve spent with loved ones in their final weeks, days and moments. I know the topic has already received significant media attention.

Not all of us will agree on this matter. As a society we talk about death so little and it would be natural if you are still weighing this issue. However, I’ve reflected on my own experience of sitting with those who are dying, not least my own very formative experience of working at St Christopher's Hospice in South London for a year before I went to theological college, and I’ve listened to medical experts and weighed the international evidence, especially following my very recent trip to Canada where a great many bishops and clergy shared their deep concern about vulnerable people finding that a right to die was very quickly being experienced as a duty to die. I have found myself deeply concerned by the move to legalise assisted suicide. Such concern echoes the General Synod which has twice voted, with a significant majority, against the legalisation of assisted suicide (2012 and 2022). This opposition has always been grounded in a concern for the welfare of the most vulnerable in society, for the widow, the orphan and the stranger – for the elderly, those living in poverty, those whose disability puts them at risk, and those in coercive relationships.

Please do talk about these issues, read about them and, of course, pray about all of this. If you find yourself, like me, moved to concern, please do write to your MP expressing your concerns.

Regardless of your view or where your deliberation takes you, know that I am praying for you; praying that as you consider what it means to minister to the sick and to prepare the dying for their death, you would better know the God who accompanies us through death and into new life.

(From Archbishop Stephen’s Pastoral Letter to Clergy 24th October 2024)

COLLECT FOR THIRD SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

God, our refuge and strength, bring near the day when wars shall cease

and poverty and pain shall end, that earth may know the peace of heaven

through Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THIRD SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Psalm 62:5-end

Hebrews 9:24-end

Mark 1:14-20

PRAYER POINTS FOR THIRD SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

For the people of America as they face important election in their country

For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

Help us who have plenty to give generously.

We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

We pray for the people of Ukraine, that we may help wherever we can

We pray for the young girl stabbed in North Ferriby last week, for healing and for justice.

We pray for an understanding into young lives and why knives need to be carried. We ask for a way forward to eliminate these crimes in the future

We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

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27 October 2024

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This week Irene writes:

I write these words on a beautiful autumn day with the sun shining through the Minster windows onto me. The clocks have been put back for the winter months and our children and those working in schools are at the beginning of the half term holiday. We gathered this morning in freedom to worship God and there was a good feeling that the Holy Spirit gathered with us just as Jesus promised ‘where two or three gather in my name, there am I in the midst.’

In our 9:30 service we heard of another miracle that Jesus performed, the healing of blind Bartimaeus. He had heard about Jesus, how he healed people, and was determined to get the attention of this wonderful man and ask for his own miracle. Bartimaeus ran to Jesus, throwing off his begging cloak, ready to embrace a new life.

Sam McGaw spoke to us on the bible passage, and he emphasised that Jesus asked Bartimaeus, ‘what do you want me to do for you?’

What a great offer Jesus is making to Bartimaeus. I wonder, do we know what we would answer to that question if Jesus spoke to us today?

UKRAINE APPEAL

Our Ukrainian friends have asked whether we could collect Advent chocolate calendars, chocolates for Christmas and clothes for teenagers.

Unfortunately, the war in Ukraine continues and the people are so incredibly grateful for the supplies we can send to them.

Our Thursday café has taken £1,000 in donations for drinks and food which is being sent to fund transport from Hull to Ukraine.

Thank you to everyone who has helped.

GOLDEN BOOK

MINSTER MEN - ONE YEAR ON
Why start a Men’s Group? Simply because It was my firm belief there was a need. What’s the basis of that belief. I’ll leave that for another occasion, if anyone is interested.
Despite the initial caution and concern, such as: is it just an excuse to go to the pub we did get it off the ground. (Seriously, that was a concern! We did once, just once, go to the Blue Bell. Interestingly, I was given a caution, by the Landlady, like above, if anyone is interested, I’ll gladly explain.)
As with any new venture, some research was undertaken. Attending established Men’s Groups and checking out with a couple of guys that I knew had been members of the Men’s Group started by Rev Matt Woodcock, some years earlier was one area. With that insight and with the permission of the PCC it started.
No discussions are off limits. Confidentiality is understood including Chatham House Rules.
What has become well established is that as far as possible I will be in church at 7.00pm every other Monday. I’m particularly grateful to Sam, who has stepped in on the odd occasion when I could not make it.
There is no expectation or commitment from anyone to attend.
That’s based on my firm belief that as Christ said, ‘Wherever two or three are gathered together in my Name, I will be amongst you’ . That is a constant for me, in whatever I do.
So, given it’s a year now that we have been meeting, thoughts of a celebration had been considered.
Getting Pizza delivered was a suggestion. Some may have considered a couple of pints. That’s the traditional view of a group of men meeting up. Not this Men’s Group, where we ensure no one must consider whether they can afford to go with the others or how can they go because of the recovery program they are currently part of. These are just some of the reasons we always meet in the church. If members want to go on to the pub, OK, no problem, that’s a choice they can make, for themselves.
We did one glorious summer evening decide to make the most of it and went for a walk and talk.
What happened was an amazing realisation for two members that there was a connection between them. Never saw that coming.
The range of the topics we talk about are varied. I’ll mention just a couple. I’m fortunate to have a Jewish friend who is a Professor of Politics. So, cautiously, I asked if he would come and talk to us about the complex issue of the conflict in Israel. It was early in the conflict and accurate information was very blurred in my view. He agreed to it. His presentation covered four thousand years of history. Absolutely fascinating. Because of the security at the time, I would not publicise it. I’m only sorry more could not have been present. The speaker is an internationally recognised published author on several important issues of our time.
Occasionally, our meetings are open to all members of the church. Such was the occasion when our guest speaker was talking about the work of the Samaritans. Another was when two of my acquaintances, friends, talked about the journey from addiction to recovery.
Simple subjects such as ‘’Who’, What’, and Why, are topics. Artificial Intelligence featured on a couple of occasions.
So, to mark one year on, the topic is ‘Freedom’ that much, and not fully appreciated, state we are so fortunate to have.
Happy Days. I’ll leave it there. Here’s to the next year. Tim

BAPTISM IN THE MINSTER

This week Hull Minster welcomed the Lakyn-Cruz family when Revd. Irene baptised their two sons: Maxwell and James. Please pray for them.

ALTERATION TO SERVICE TIMES

Until recently 4 pm on a Saturday was a time for worship at the Minster. Please note that Evensong which takes place on the first and third weeks of the month will now be on a SUNDAY AT 3.30. Taize will be on the second SUNDAY AT 3.30 and there will be evening worship on the fourth SUNDAY AT 3.30

These new timings help our choristers and their families to have Saturdays free and enables the young people to have their song school before the Sunday evensong.

THEY’RE GONNA PUT ME IN THE MOVIES!

Visit Hull are filming a Christmas advert and want Hull Minster to feature as the final shot of the ad. As part of this, they've put a call out for participants so that they can get a shot of a big crowd celebrating. Lucy

Project Description:

Different Resonance, a local marketing agency, has been commissioned to create a Christmas Advert on behalf of Visit Hull. The story will have a "night before Christmas" vibe with businesses putting the final touches to their Christmas displays in the middle of the night. We are then transported to Hull Minster for the final scene as dawn breaks. This is where we need your help alongside an appearance from a Christmas VIP. The purpose of this scene is to showcase the scale of Hull's friendly and welcoming nature.

Shift Description:

Filming is an odd experience. When we shout Action, it's great fun. But whilst the video team is setting up their shots, there can be quite a bit of hanging around, in the same spot seemingly doing nothing. But this is vital for the videographers to be able to get the lighting and angles just right. So, patience is going to be key!

The shots we need to get are of everyone forming a large crowd, a bit of milling around and then reacting to the arrival of our VIP - so there are no lines to learn.

Miscellaneous:

Please wear what you would normally wear to a winter/Christmas service. Whether that’s plain clothes or Christmas attire, either is fine by us.

Dates & Times

Wednesday 6th November
9am - 12pm

Meeting Point:

Hull Minster

COLLECT FOR FOURTH SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

God of glory, touch our lips with the fire of your Spirit,

that we with all creation may rejoice to sing your praise;

through Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR FOURTH SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Psalm 119:1-8

Hebrews 9:11-14

Mark 12:28-34

PRAYER POINTS FOR FOURTH SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

· For the people of America as they face an important election in their country.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for the people of Ukraine, that we may help wherever we can

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved.

Comfort them in their sorrow.

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20 October 2024

Minster Lifeline 38

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20 October 2024

This week Irene writes:

What do they say? Never work with children or animals. Rev. Rob did a great job at our animal blessing service on Sunday. There were dogs of all shapes and sizes, large, small, fat, thin, old and young yet all impeccably behaved.

We had RSPCA dogs with ‘adopt me’ collars (very hard not to be tempted!), hearing dogs, welfare dogs including Molly who comes to our Grief Awareness café, Greyhound rescue, autism support dog and a few other pet pooches.

I do believe this is the first time we have held an animal service, but I don’t think it will be the last. Hopefully, next time there will be more of God’s species to add variety!

Fred Owen the CEO at RSPCA Hull and East Riding spoke about the foundations of the group giving mention to William Wilberforce who was one of the founding members. Matt Wright, Partnership Manager read the bible verses from Genesis chapter 1 verses 24-27 which says in verse 24: ‘Then God said, “Let the earth produce every sort of animal, each producing offspring of the same kind-livestock, small animals that scurry along the ground, and wild animals”’ And that’s what happened, and God saw that it was good.

And a little further afield, Iain Ogilvie with a magnificent golden eagle in Kurdistan!

GIRLS BRIGADE

This week’s 9.30 service saw the Girls Brigade members read the reading and helped with the action songs. They also organised the prayers going around the congregation and collecting prayers on tissue paper and after reading them out they rubbed them in their hair and stuck them to balloons. The image was supposed to be that a prayer sticks with God, and he will continue to help you if you ask. Unfortunately, the science was less successful!

The girls showed some of the work they have been doing with the kind knitting and crocheting volunteers, including our own Betty, as they have been learning life skills working towards their Motivation Badges. They also received their annual badges with two receiving their three-year badges as they have attended ever since our group set up at Hull Minster.

WASHING UP!!

Gill and Michael showing our new volunteer Steve, how it all works. What a happy group, well Michael looks as if he’s enjoying himself! Steve clearly needs help!

THURSDAY MORNINGS

From Warm Space and Integrated Cafe to Welcome Cafe.
Over a year ago the Warm Space joined in with what was the Integrated Cafe and is now called the Welcome Cafe. Now, there are anywhere up to one hundred or more regular guests come in and share the welcome.
We have been so fortunate to be able to offer free tea, coffee delicious cakes and at lunch time, a hot meal that has been made in our own kitchen.
It’s been referred to as a real community hub.
The City Council’s own information facility is available to anyone that have questions of the Council. Renew, the drugs and alcohol support service, see it now as an established meeting place and because of the informal environment have been able to engage even better with those seeking ongoing support. Anyone wanting to learn more about the lives of those who have been impacted by addiction, come along and start a conversation. I have learnt so much.
There may be someone you know that is struggling with an addiction and you don’t know what to do to support a family member or friend who just may have become addict. If so, come along, confidential help is available.
For so many of those that have overcome their addiction, there is an overwhelming desire to help others.
Another regular is the NHS Hepatitis C blood testing team. Those that take a test receive a £5.00 gift voucher.
Naturally, there is ongoing pastoral support available.
For my part, this activity is what we had hoped for nearly twenty years ago when the idea of transforming the Nave was being considered. After all that’s what the Nave was created for hundreds of years ago. Tim

THURSDAY’S THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Tim leading our thought for the day based on: “when two or three are gathered together, here I am in the midst of them.”

GOLDEN BOOK

JUNIOR CHURCH (OLDER CHOIR MEMBERS)

Making penguins (carefully supervised by Gill Alden!) for Messy Church in half-term week,

INTERNATIONAL DAY IN HULL MINSTER (Courtesy of John Swain)

ALTERATION TO SERVICE TIMES

These new timings help our choristers and their families to have Saturdays free and enables the young people to have their song school before the Sunday evensong.

COLLECT FOR LAST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, teach us to be faithful in change and uncertainty,

that trusting in your word and obeying your will

we may enter the unfailing joy of Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR LAST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 34:1-8, 19-end

Hebrews 7:23-end

Mark 10:46-end

PRAYERS POINTS FOR LAST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· For those areas of the world that are severely affected by climate change and by conflict that affects their ability to grow food.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for the people of Ukraine, that we may help wherever we can

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved.

Comfort them in their sorrow.

· Help us remember always to give thanks.

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13 October 2024

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This week Irene writes:

Who could resist the pictures below! We were delighted that Craig from Shepherd’s Funeral Directors came along to our Grief Café last week with his welfare dog Molly.

Its amazing how the help of our four-legged friend allows us to break down barriers and share our grief with other in similar situations.

Graig and Molly visit various places including local residential homes bringing joy to many. They also hope to make our Grief Café on a regular basis.

RSPCA SERVICE – this Sunday 20th October at 2 p.m.

Do come along and join us, along with your animals, or just bring yourselves.

ACTIVE CARE DAY

‘Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God’ Matthew 5:8

Our friends from Active Day Care have been visiting us on a Thursday at the Welcome Café, for some months now, and I have spent most weeks with them getting to know them and building up their trust and listening to their stories. When I read The Beatitudes recently the above verse 8 stood out for me, as it described these people so well.

They do not want anything complicated from me, they do not gossip amongst one another, they do not try to get ‘one over’ each other, they accept each other’s strengths and weaknesses for what they are, they talk each other up not down, and they find joy in the little things.

Our Active Day Care groups had some time away from us over the summer doing other activities, and their first week back was awesome. I had several of them ‘high 5ing’ me, hugging me and desperate to tell me their news, to the point it was a little overwhelming that I was so popular with so many people. I had one young man telling me that he had mince pies in his pack up, one lady telling me it was her Grandma’s birthday, and they were having a party, one lady telling me where she’d been on holiday, and one lady telling me she’d had a fall out with her Mum. None of these conversations were complicated or deep, however, they were all personal and their stories, and all they wanted was for me to sit and be with them and listen.

The photograph is of Abby, a gentle soul, who it took several months to build trust with just to get her to tell me her name. After the summer away, the thing she wanted most was a photograph with Claire because they were FRIENDS. Isn’t that what we all want? Friendships, and the feelings of belonging, where we are loved unconditionally. What I see on a Thursday is God at work through these people, difference doesn’t matter to them, everyone is included.

We are the body of Christ, and the body is made up of lots of different parts. Inclusion should be our first value as a church because it’s our differences and gifts that brings richness and joy to God’s Kingdom. Ann Wilkinson

THURSDAY MORNINGS

From Warm Space and Integrated Cafe to Welcome Cafe.
It was two years ago last week that the first Warm Space initiative started. It followed a call from Central Government that asked for somewhere where those that had been impacted by the economic crisis following the invasion of The Ukraine, could meet and be given support.
Over a year ago the Warm Space joined in with what was the Integrated Cafe and is now called the Welcome Cafe. Now, there are anywhere up to one hundred or more regular guests come in and share the welcome.
We have been so fortunate to be able to offer free tea, coffee delicious cakes and at lunch time, a hot meal that has been made in our own kitchen.
It’s been referred to as a real community hub.
The City Council’s own information facility is available to anyone that have questions of the Council. Renew, the drugs and alcohol support service, see it now as an established meeting place and because of the informal environment have been able to engage even better with those seeking ongoing support. Anyone wanting to learn more about the lives of those who have been impacted by addiction, come along and start a conversation. I have learnt so much.
There may be someone you know that is struggling with an addiction and you don’t know what to do to support a family member or friend who just may have become addict. If so, come along, confidential help is available.
For so many of those that have overcome their addiction, there is an overwhelming desire to help others.
Another regular is the NHS Hepatitis C blood testing team. Those that take a test receive a £5.00 gift voucher.
Naturally, there is ongoing pastoral support available.
A couple of weeks ago there was an unexpected delegation from London who came on a fact finding visit to see what it was all about.
Rev Irene and I are so grateful to the growing team of volunteers, Sister Catherine, Gill, Sarah, Therese, Jo, Mary, John and Mike who offer so much to the smooth running of what can be a very demanding day.
It is interesting that some of those who received, now help out. That is so rewarding that from just turning up to receive they are now willing to serve others.
There are other unexpected things that happen which were never foreseen.
For my part, this activity is what we had hoped for nearly twenty years ago when the idea of transforming the Nave was being considered. After all that’s what the Nave was created for hundreds of years ago. Tim

ALTERATION TO SERVICE TIMES

These new timings help our choristers and their families to have Saturdays free and enables the young people to have their song school before the Sunday evensong.

This is a courtesy notice regarding parking at Hull Minster.
A few weeks ago the council repainted the yellow lines down the North side of the church. Parking attendants patrol this area frequently and are giving out parking tickets to those who park there unless they are a blue badge holder.
It is the responsibility of the driver to ensure they are parking legally. The nearest car park to the church is on Lowgate opposite the King Billy statue, Zebedee’s yard or on South Side (parking meter). It is worth noting however, that in the next few weeks the portacabin's will be removed. This will create more space for parking legally (watch this space)! Thank you all for your co-operation. Shirley Kay

COLLECT FOR TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Almighty God, in whose service lies perfect freedom;

teach us to obey you with loving hearts and steadfast wills;

through Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 104:1-10

Hebrews 5:1-10

Mark 10:35-45

PRAYERS POINTS FOR TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for working animals giving thanks for the help they give to so many services and individuals. Praying for all involved in the work of the RSPCA

· For those areas of the world that are severely affected by climate change and by conflict that affects their ability to grow food.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved.

Comfort them in their sorrow.

· Help us remember to always give thanks.

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Please note there will be no Lifeline next week – Revd. Irene is away, and Val’s daughter is over from America for a week!

This week Irene writes:

Did you know the link between William Wilberforce/Hull Minster and the RSPCA? If not, then read on.

William Wilberforce was baptised in the very splendid font at the Minster in September 1759 and on 16th June 1824 he co-founded the RSPCA, so this year is the Charity’s 200th anniversary of the world's oldest animal charity.

MPs William Wilberforce and Richard 'Humanity Dick' Martin met in Old Slaughter's Coffee House to found what would become the RSPCA, on this day in 1824.

An RSPCA inspector on his rounds in the 1880s wrote:

“Shrugging off the irony in the name of their chosen meeting place, animal welfare campaigners, MPs Richard Martin, and William Wilberforce, met with their supporters on 16 June 1824 at Old Slaughter's Coffee House in London to establish a ground-breaking new organisation.

At this time in Britain, bloodsports such as badger baiting were all the rage, while flogging horses and donkeys to death raised few eyebrows. Animals were mere commodities to be used and abused like any other.

But not everybody agreed. William Wilberforce, who is better-known for his work in bringing about the end of slavery, found a like mind in Richard Martin. In 1822, Humanity Dick, as Martin was teasingly called, managed to get a bill through Parliament banning the inhumane treatment of animals.”

In celebration of the above Hull Minster will be holding our first animal friendly service at the Minster on the 20th of October at 2 p.m.

William Wilberforce and Richard Martin

BELL RINGERS TOUR

As Holy Trinity/Hull Minster Bell ringers we are often used to being out of sight and out of mind however last Saturday 22nd September we really were, as we took to our annual ringing tour expertly arranged by our assistant tower captain Harold Bell.

The photo shows us at the last church of the day St Marys church Whitby. This year we were doing a seaside tour up the east Yorkshire coast.

The day started early with a ring at Bridlington Priory at 10 am. A lovely church well worth a visit which is very as reflected in the lovely tapestry depicting the churches history. They also do very nice tea and cakes on Saturdays.

Then it was on to Flamborough St Oswald’s with smaller bells where the more able ringers rang a method called St Clements. Other methods rung that morning included Plain Hunts to 7 and 8 and Bob Minor.

By lunchtime, the mist was closing in and at Flamborough head the foghorn was blowing and visibility was down to 50 yards.

After lunch we rang at Filey, another lovely church also called St Oswald’s situated on the far side of a ravine. Rounds and call changes were rung and further methods that included everyone of all abilities.

St Mary's Scarborough was our next tower. A church that had undergone some refurbishment including a new clock face and weather vane. The church looks down onto the harbour and after an hour of ringing we moved on to our last tower, another St Mary's next to Whitby Abbey. A welcome cuppa was had as we rang some more rounds and call changes before a fish and chip supper at the bottom of the 199 steps. It was a very enjoyable trip and nice to have the company of Helen and friends from Doncaster too. Many thanks go again to Harold for all the hard work and patience in organising the trip. If anyone would like to learn more about the skill and ministry that us English change ringing, please contact Robin our tower captain or through the clergy.

JON ON THE TOWER TOUR WITH VOLUNTEERS

Some of our wonderful volunteers enjoying a tower tour. The last tour of the season will be on 1st November and there still a few places left.

UKRAINE

These are certificates from Ukraine children and adults for the gifts sent to them from Hull Minster.

THURSDAY MORNINGS

Do you have some spare time on a Thursday morning? Then why not be a part of a
great group of fellow church members who volunteer at what is now the very busy, well established, Welcome Cafe.
If you’re interested, come along from 10:30 and just see how it runs and then if you feel It’s something you’d like to get involved with, the join in.
You don’t have to commit to every Thursday. The busy period is between 11:00 and 1:00pm.
It’s become a very popular Community Hub for anywhere up to one hundred people who regularly attend.
If you’re interested, come along on a Thursday and have a look, ask questions and then decide.
Speak to Irene or Tim or any of the other volunteers

COLLECT FOR NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Faithful Lord, whose steadfast love never ceases

and whose mercies never comes to an end;

grant us the grace to trust you and to receive the gifts of your love,

new every morning, in Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 26

Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12

Mark 10:2-16

PRAYERS POINTS FOR NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for our farmers here in the UK and around the world that they may be able to grow sufficient food to feed the world population.

· For those areas of the world that are severely affected by climate change and by conflict that affects their ability to grow food.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· We pray for the young people in Hull Minster that they will gain understanding of what it means to love God and serve others.

· Help us remember to always give thanks.

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22 September 2024

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This week Irene writes:

This week Revd. Irene writes:

Harvest Special

All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above

Then thank the Lord, O thank the Lord for all his love.

It all began the week leading up to our Harvest Worship celebrations. There are several displays in the Minster from food organisations around the city.

On the Thursday morning I went to Quik flowers near to where I live and collected what I thought was going to be ’Fifty stems’ only to find hundreds of beautiful flowers of many varieties. The team at Quik flowers were brilliant and extremely generous – thank you so much! A huge thank you also to Fiona for putting together the displays

Our harvest celebration concluded with two acts of worship and then from choir children to Dignitaries, all shared a picnic lunch at the Minster today,

Rev. Irene would like to thank EVERYONE who helped with the catering for the harvest picnic. Thank you.

THURSDAY MORNINGS

BENEFACT GROUP

The Benefact group gives away £1,000 donations to charities and the next draw is Monday 23rd September. Please nominate Hull Minster so that we have a chance of winning £1,000. You will need to be quick and follow the link to vote:

https://movementforgood.com/#nominateACharity

You will need our charity number which is: 1130772, Many thanks. Heather Black

CELEBRATION OF LAY MINISTRIES

‘It was a privilege and a joy to take part in the Archbishops 'Celebration of Lay Ministries' service at York Minster. It was lovely for Ann and me to have a few words with him and a photo after the service on the steps of the Minster.

Mark Russell, from The Children's Society' preached on John 3;16...for God so loved the world that he gave his son that whomsoever believes in him shall not perish but have everlasting life.

He spoke about a woman, whose husband had been murdered on his way to play the organ at Evensong, whom he had accompanied every day to the trial of the perpetrators. At the end of the trial, as the mothers of the two young men responsible were leaving court, this woman pushed through the crowd and put her arms around the two mothers. This act of love and forgiveness was really moving and inspiring, putting Jesus words into practice.

Archbishop Stephen highlighted the importance of Lay ministry by reminding us that, all of us who follow Jesus and are disciples, have a Lay ministry. We all have a part to play. I pray that we all, whoever we are in the church, or whatever we do, may continue to develop our ministry, and grow in new ways of service. Amen.’ Kate Goforth

WOMEN’S R0UGH SLEEPING CENSUS
Research is being carried Single Homeless Project and Solace, in to Women who are rough sleepers, by carrying out a short survey from the 23rd to the 29th September and ‘Shp’ are asking for help.
This is a subject that is not fully understood as to the numbers of women who have nowhere safe to go at night or nowhere to go at all.
If you’d like to know more about this important work, see the notice sheet that’s available on the church notice board or at the visitor welcome desk area.
There is a website: Hull.SOS@cgl.org.uk

COLLECT FOR EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Holy God, faithful and unchanging;

enlarge our minds with the knowledge of your truth and draw us more deeply into the mystery of your love

that we may truly worship you

Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,

One God, now and forever.

AMEN

READINGS FOR EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 124

James 5:13-end

Mark 9:38-end

PRAYERS POINTS FOR EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

· We pray for our farmers here in the UK and around the world that they may be able to grow sufficient food to feed the world population.

· For those areas of the world that are severely affected by climate change and by conflict that affects their ability to grow food.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· We pray for the young people in Hull Minster that they will gain understanding of what it means to love God and serve others.

· Help us remember to always give thanks.

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This week Irene writes:

Democracy The Rule of Law Individual Liberty

Mutual Respect

Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

Last week Rev. Rob and myself had the privilege of attending a ‘special’ school assembly at Adelaide Primary School. This was to help the children come to terms with the rioting in the City. Since that time many families have been very concerned about the safety for themselves and their families.

Adelaide school is a brilliant example of ‘love your neighbour’, the children come from 41 different countries and speak many languages, yet the unity of these children is a great example to all. The statements above are the 5 British values taught in the school and the children from the age of 5 not only learn these but act them out in their daily lives.

At the assembly there were three policemen who work in the Great Thornton Street area, the Imam from the local mosque and a representative from the Salvation Army.

The children from each class had made cards for the police, thanking them for keeping them safe. Some of the children had witnessed the rioting and were so grateful for the help the police gave them.

Seeing such unity in diversity was humbling and I honestly believe that we as adults can learn such a lot from these small people.

A big thank you to the staff that made this assembly happen in such a meaningful way.

Thank you for attending our assembly today and for being so generous with your time and with your words. I know that the children (and staff) will never forget the feeling in the room today.

It was such a privilege to host such a wonderful event at our school and we all feel so lucky to have you all as part of our school community.

Suzanne Adkinson, Deputy Head

GIRLS BRIGADE

Wow what a first night! The girls were thrilled to be back at church and were very giggly and excited. It was great to see as lots of them come from different areas of Hull so it’s wonderful to see that friendships haven't changed, and they all still love coming to GB. We are so thankful Tom and Brooke (from St. John Ambulance) came to join us and set the bar very hight for the rest of the year! Tom and Brooke taught us about Dr ABC, resuscitation, recovery position and setting bandages. They all got the chance to practice their skills, and we ended up with some bandages in funny places! All the girls did amazingly well and left with more knowledge on how to help someone who is unwell in those circumstances. A massive thank you to Tom and Brooke, you were both wonderful. Lauren

SAD NEWS

We have just heard the sad news that David Stipetic has died following a fall. We will have more details to give you next week. David of course is well known for his strong interest in, and tremendous support of, the bells of the minster.

JUNIOR CHURCH

This was a joint event this week as Tom (from the choir), came along to do first aid training with them. There was a wide age range, the youngest being Arthur Fear who, at aged two, was quick to get stuck in! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it and certainly learned a lot.

HARVEST EVENTS

There will be an exhibition to celebrate Sea, Field and Factory by the local allotment holders and community gardens from Tuesday 17th until Sunday 22nd in the chancel.

Come and see what you can grow yourself.

The exhibition will end with our annual Harvest festival service starting at 11am. This will be followed by a free picnic buffet for all.

BATTLE OF BRITAIN SERVICE
Rev. Rob taking the service at the Cenotaph.

COLLECT FOR HARVEST SUNDAY

Creator God, you made the goodness of the land, the riches of the sea and the rhythm of the seasons; as we thank you for the harvest may we cherish and respect this planet and its peoples, through Jesus Christ our Lord AMEN

READINGS FOR HARVEST SUNDAY

Psalm 126

1 Timothy 2:1-7

Matthew 6:25-33

PRAYERS POINTS FOR HARVEST SUNDAY

· We pray for our farmers here in the UK and around the world that they may be able to grow sufficient food to feed the world population.

· For those areas of the world that are severely affected by climate change and by conflict that affects their ability to grow food.

· For the people in our country that they will be able to access sufficient food to feed their families.

· Help us who have plenty to give generously.

· We pray for the many areas of conflict in our world. Give wisdom to those who have the power to bring about change. Particularly we pray for the Middle East.

· We pray for all those who have been recently bereaved. Comfort them in their sorrow.

· We pray for the young people in Hull Minster that they will gain understanding of what it means to love God and serve others.

· Help us remember to always give thanks.

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This week Irene writes:

ACTS OF KINDNESS

This is Gill Alden receiving one of Becky’s beautiful handmade journals. The reason? It’s a thank you because Gill is always smiling and helping everyone around her. What a lovely gesture!

How often in the Bible do we see Jesus showing kindness to others, even at the end of his life. When he was hanging on the cross, he made sure that his beloved disciple, John, would take care of Mary, his mother.

Jesus also promised the thief hanging next to him on the cross that he would be with him in Paradise because he acknowledged his sin.

It’s extremely easy to become negative, especially if we are going through a difficult time so we need to remind ourselves how Jesus, experiencing the cruellest form of punishment, a crucifixion, was able to show that gift of kindness to a man who felt he didn’t deserve it.

It doesn’t have to be something huge, but a smile or a helping hand, can make such a difference to someone’s life. Don’t turn away from a person who needs help when you have the ability or wherewithal to meet their need.

Remember the young lad who brought his five loaves and two fishes to Jesus. With the blessing spoken over it, that food fed over five thousand people!

HARVEST FESTIVAL ON SUNDAY 22ND

Rev. Irene wrote about this last week, and we wanted to remind everyone to bring whatever you can of non-perishable foods in the time leading up to Harvest Sunday. All these goods will be used in the exhibition that will be in the church and then distributed to local food banks.

However, we don’t just want your donations, we also need a team of helpers to assist with catering. Sandwiches will be bought in, but we do need help with setting the tables and with teas and coffees. If you can be part of this team, please give your name to Jon Major or Irene.

It will be good to have fun and fellowship at this picnic whilst having the opportunity to help people in our city who are struggling. Remember, God loves a cheerful giver! It’s an opportunity to show kindness!

GREAT DAY FOR THE CHOIR SINGING AT LINCOLN CATHEDRAL

We started our new Choir Year by singing in a different church, outside of our own Province!

We have been developing links with the music department of Lincoln Cathedral over the last 12 months, and they invited us to come and lead Evensong.

Cathedrals require a 'certain standard' of excellence, and it was an honour to be invited to lead worship. Choral Evensong is always a huge undertaking. The music is very demanding in terms of learning time and skill, and there's a lot of it!

The children of the choir used four hours of the Summer Singing School to become familiar with the music. Then, after a few weeks of holiday time, they rehearsed on Thursday and Friday evening to master the 'nuts and bolts' of the music. The choir adults did the same on Friday evening.

By 9.15 on Saturday, the 63-seater coach had arrived, and we had everything in place, including all our robes. Huge thanks to Ginnie and other choir parents for their help with this (Ginnie took all the ruffs home and washed/starched them to make sure that we would 'look the part').

By 11:30 we had toured the cathedral, gasped at its magnificence, found the loos, and started our rehearsal process. During the day, we spent 3.5 hours rehearsing and refining our music. It was exhausting, but that's the nature of the job!

The clergy and vergers of Lincoln were wonderful, welcoming, and generous with their time. Processions and procedures rehearsed; we were lined up ready for the service by 17:25.

The choir of 48 people (including 23 children) sang beautifully throughout the service, with excellent focus and concentration from everyone. They were professional, calm, and fully at-ease in this environment, and (according to one of the cathedral's professional singers) were more than a match for the choristers of Lincoln Cathedral.

Further: Ionatan and Annabel were allowed to play the cathedral organ. Wonderfully, Annabel played a piece of music on the organ before the service started (an impressive achievement).

It's difficult to exaggerate the range of positive impacts that trips like this have, for choristers, their families, choir adults, and other members of the community: lasting memories and life-influencing experiences were forged by hard work and inspiring outcomes.

The Precentor of the cathedral enthusiastically invited us to make this an annual tradition. That's quite a compliment!

My sincere thanks to everyone who helped to make this possible. Mark Keith

‘Minster Men’s Group’ meeting. 7.00pm: an open meeting for both Ladies and Gentlemen.
subject: “The gates of hell opened and gave me new life”

The journey of recovery from addiction.

This will be in the Minster Café on Monday 16th September. Please come along and listen to this powerful testimony.

MERCHANT NAVY DAY

We are grateful to John Swain for these pictures taken by the pier, near the Minerva.

THURSDAYS AT THE MINSTER!! - COME AND JOIN US

Collect for the SIXTEENTH Sunday after Trinity

Lord of creation, whose glory is around and within us;

open our eyes to your wonders

that we may serve you with reverence

and know your peace at our lives’ end,

through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN

READINGS FOR THE SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 19

James 3:1-12

Mark 8:27-end

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SIXTEENTH 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 leaving home for the first time in their lives as they go to university

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This week Irene writes:

Creator God, you made the goodness of the land, the riches of the sea and the rhythm of the seasons. As we thank you for the harvest, may we cherish and respect this planet and its peoples, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

We hope our Harvest Festival this year will be a great celebration for everyone. Not only will we be celebrating at our services on the 22nd of September, but there will also be a harvest picnic after the 11am service and throughout the week leading up to the 22nd there will be an exhibition in church. As we celebrate plenty, we remember that not only around the world but also in our own community there are people struggling to buy food. We have been told of the worst famine in Sudan for many, many years. To make our celebration special we are seeking a team of volunteers to help with the catering after the service. If you feel you can help with this, please give your name to Jon Major or Irene. Sandwiches will be bought in however the tables need to be set for the food to be distributed from and teas and coffees need to be readily available. We will be accepting non-perishable foods from now until Harvest, these will be used in the exhibition and then distributed to local food banks. Thank you

A VERY RARE EVENT!

A very rare event happened this week. If you stand under the tower and look up you will see our ‘rose’, a very ornate, beautifully painted work of art. From ground level this looks tiny, however, it is a completely different story seeing it up close. The rare event is that bell ringers Robin Alden and Don Kitchman (no easy task) removed this, to enable the Freedom Festival event of Eternity by Circa to take place. This was a breathtaking aerial and acrobatic display by a group from Brisbane, Australia.

I couldn’t pass up a photo opportunity with the rose, so under extremely strict safety procedures I went up into the ringing chamber with the event riggers to get up close and personal to this thing of beauty. Don’t forget I am 6’4”, so no, this work of art is not tiny. I keep saying this to everyone, I am so lucky to work in such an amazing place as Hull Minster. Jon Major

SOME SPECACULAR PHOTOGRAPHS OF ETERNITY BY CIRCA

YORK SCHOOL OF MINISTRY

Graduate Diploma in Theology, Ministry & Mission

Starting September 2024 Details on the York Diocese website.

SPECIAL EVENT AT ST. MARY’S COTTINGHAM

We are holding at St Mary’s Cottingham for Suicide Prevention Day on Tuesday September 10th? The service has been planned together with Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide and is for anyone who has been bereaved or affected by suicide.