TRINITY CHURCH HONLEY Newsletter July 2016 October 6, 1774 “I met those of our society who had votes in the ensuing election, and advised them 1. To vote, without fee or reward, for the person they judged most worthy 2. To speak no evil of the person they voted against, and 3. To take care their spirits were not sharpened against those that voted on the other side.” The Journal of John Wesley
‘All You need is Love’ ‘On June 16th my wife and I drove through Birstall and Batley, passing hundreds of people going about their lives , totally unaware of the horrific murder of the local MP Jo Cox, just streets away. These are people of all ages and ethnic group and faith living together in peace, a great witness to successful multicultural community. This is the community in which Jo Cox grew up, the community she promoted, defended, and worked tirelessly for. Her vision for a just and peaceful world was lived out in her work with Oxfam, and her support for refugees and the marginalised across the world. Locals will tell of her equal commitment for all her constituents. Jo Cox is a rare politician- to return from university and career in order to represent her home town in Parliament. Politicians of all parties have recognised her as great fighter for a better society and a better world. Wherever those in the public eye proclaim and live out a message of love and hope they become vulnerable to attack. She has been described as “our future”. As Jo Cox has been so cruelly and brutally taken from us, then we need to honour her life by taking up the fight and showing that ‘our future’ is a richly diverse, just and peaceful world. We pray or Jo Cox’s family, col'Who is my neighbour?' by Rev Helen Roberts leagues and friends, the many in the Batley constituency but also around the world, and we saw at ‘What is the law of God?’ ‘To love God and love your neighbour as the evening vigil our need as human beings toyourself.’ …… ‘But who is my neighbour?’ Jesus answered with a gether, to light a candle to show that darkness can- story… “An immigrant was set upon by a gang and left lying in an alley. not overcome the brightness of a life lived in love, The church minister passed by but was in a hurry, ‘I will be late for and a community bound by love’ In Christ's love, Kevin Watson, Synod Modera- the vigil for Jo Cox if I stop, someone will have called for an ambulance tor, United Reformed Church I’m sure.’ The community campaigner passed by, ‘I’m off to a Save the HRI rally, its important or there won’t be a local A&E for him or anyone else, We live on a small planet in the vast solar I must get there on time.’ system. so let’s make the most of it and live in peace After a while another man passed by, still wearing his antiimmigration T-shirt, on his way home from a Britain First march, He stops by the bleeding immigrant, tears his St George’s cross flag and uses it to stem the bleeding, and calls 999. Paramedics would later say he had saved the beaten man’s life. Jesus told his story and asked ‘who was a neighbour to the man in need?’ ‘The one who helped him’ ‘Go then and do likewise’ Today we are too familiar with the story and too unfamiliar with the level of shock value that a Samaritan, despised and avoided by the good Earthrise seen from the moon Jewish folk of the day, would be the hero. Do we need to be shocked (NASA photo) and shocking about ‘who is my neighbour’? Messy church on Saturday 25th June was based on this story of the Good Samaritan - ‘Love my neighbour, the unexpected, the feared the 'not like us'. From September Messy Church will be in school holidays only– next one October half-term. www.trinitychurchinhonley.org.uk
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Trinity Church July 2016 Sun Time
Minister / Organiser
Vestibule Stewards
Church Stewards
Flowers
Coffee team Pat vwaite +
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1030
Rev Dr Clive Barrett (Church Anniversary)
Joan Vevers Marian Bainbridge
Bob & Jane Armitage
Margaret Armitage
Ann Hirst Rachel Boothroyd
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1030
Rev David Bidnell
Martin Hirst Caroline Page
Margaret Armitage Penny Winterbottom
Barbara Leach
Joyce Draper Barbara Leach
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Rev Helen Roberts (incl. communion)
Eileen & Peter Marshall
Hilary Turner Carolynne Roberts
Flower Fund
Margaret Armitage Maureen Burley
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Mike Richardson
David Redfearn Ronnie Moncur
Margaret Sheppard Pam Redfearn
Eileen Hirst
Jean Wood Audrey Hawkswell
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Taize service with Rev Richard Thompson. The service begins with some quiet Taize music There are readings from the Bible interspersed with Taize chants. Then a quiet time for personal prayer and the lighting of candles. It is a very peaceful and relaxing service. Why not come and join us? If you would like transport to Church contact Marion Bainbridge on 01484 769075. Michael Tolson
Win Ainley Karen Stannard
Strangers and Friends By Rev Helen Roberts I write this in the shadow of the Orlando massacre – one man and his guns causing death and horror among those at a LBGT club. People died because they were deemed by the shooter as ‘different and deviant’ – what gives one human the right to do this to another? Yet it happens at all sorts of levels of our communities all the time. I still live with the depression that has its roots in my bullying at school – I was considered different for needing speech therapy. Not that I was much different to others really, what would they have made of those who really were different? In theory we have grown up from the playground – but as we hear the voice of politics here and overseas, I sometimes wonder. Jesus, in the accounts we have in the gospel, faced criticism for welcoming, and being welcomed by those others considered as ‘not good enough’. There was an expectation of someone who would champion the cause of the Israelite people – but they got a man who ate with those who collaborated with the Roman oppressors, healed the servant of the Roman officer, brought hope to those labelled by others as immoral, and generally broke down the boundaries between ‘us’ and ‘them’. In the past 2000 years society and yes, the church included, has struggled to understand this basic lesson – still we argue about ‘people like us’ versus ‘them over there’. Working together doesn’t mean giving up our individuality – which is what I think is behind a lot of our fears. Instead of tribal interests leading to violence as at the start of the Euro 2016 perhaps we need a vision based on the moment in the Olympic opening ceremony when the field is full of competitors and flags of many nations, a mixture of humanity and costume and colour ready to compete, but pledging to fairness and good sportsmanship. Ideals may be hard to achieve but daring to reach for the stars can help us get to the moon. Can we dare to see the stranger as a friend not yet met, and difference as a chance to taste more flavours in life? Can we say to those at risk of violence for simply being who they are, you are safe with us? Yes it takes us out of the comfort zone, but the riches are there waiting for us too. Day
Glenys Pallister Pat Waite
Jean Wood
Linda Craven Barbara Leach
*Sunday 17th- Junior Church. Children leave the main service after about ten minutes and meet in another room. All children and their parents or carers are welcome to join in. They all return to the main service just before it ends. Rachael & Lindsey
Fabric workers Thanks to the fabric committee for sorting out the damp in Arthurs' room and getting it decorated and the curtains cleaned. Coffee money- Overseas Missions Group For Home Missions, in July we are currently gratefully receiving tea and coffee donations for the Forgetmenot Trust. Circuit Leisurely Leisure Walk 9th August Brief details of the August walk. Uppermill and Diggle along Pennine Bridleway and Huddersfield Narrow Canal. Total distance 6 km (4 miles). Get your walking boots ready! Meet Huddersfield Bus Station, Stand M, in time for 10.30 no.184 bus to Manchester (free to bus pass holders!). Arrive Uppermill approx 1130 and after a short canal walk, early lunch break at Brownhills Countryside Centre (picnic tables, cafe and toilets). Then walk bridleway to Diggle and the railway and canal tunnels. Return to Uppermill along canal with refreshment stop part way at Grandpa Greene's Icecream Parlour. (Yum). Return on 1536 bus from Uppermill, arrive Huddersfield approx 1630. (Earlier return possible from Diggle approx 1440, arrive Huddersfield 1530) Edmund Spavin.
Date Events in July
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Church Anniversary Strawberry tea 2.30-4pm hosted by Worship Committee. Trinity Lunch Club guests have been invited as the alternative to their usual lunch. Donations are invited for Overseas Missions Group.
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Honley Civic Society / Trinity walk. Meet 2.15 at Trinity for circular walk to Meltham Mills Res. Leader Bert Neary.
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Holmfirth Methodist Leisure Group. Meet at Gatehead Methodist Church 11am for walk, picnic lunch and talk
Women’s Fellowship Teas again– on August 16th and Sept 6th. Plenty of time to get baking!
IT’S A MYSTERY– REPORT BY DI HARRIS I have made my second visit to the York Mystery Plays. As it so happens it is only the second time in its 700 year history that it has been staged in the Minister. The last time was in the Millennium year. My first experience was four years ago when it was staged in the Museum Gardens so it was very different this year. The staging was breathtaking with tiers rising up into the heights of the nave. The plays are performed by a huge community cast with only one paid actor. This was Philip McGinley who played Jesus. With such an epic tale to tell from Creation to Judgement day there are many memorable moments. These examples were highlights for me. In the telling of the story of Noah the flood was portrayed through the use of blue cloth which tumbled down the staging such that it surrounded the Ark. The storm was created by cast members 'billowing' the cloth. Brilliant effect. The portrayal of the Last Supper was again done with the use of cloth - this time white- which became the table around which Jesus and the disciples sat. The actors portrayed the scene as captured by Leonardo da Vinci - very simple, very very clever. Did anyone else go? What were the 'wow' moments for you? Twiddle de Dee OUR DAY OUT! By Jane Armitage Some of you will know all about the Twiddlemuffs, which Methodist Homes for the Aged (MHA) invited us to make to comfort those living with dementia. A Twiddlemuff is a double thickness hand muff with bits and bobs attached inside and out, which is designed to provide a stimulation activity for restless hands for those living with the condition of dementia. Rachel Boothroyd has knitted between 20 and 30 of these and decorated them beautifully with lots of things to ‘fiddle’ with, with further contributions from Pam Redfearn and Barbara Leach and perhaps many others. MHA are so grateful to all who participated in this initiative and in celebration of Rachel’s great achievement, Rachel and I were invited to visit Berwick Grange, an MHA home in Harrogate, to present these gifts to the residents there. Accompanied by two MHA volunteers, Janet and Angela, we had a smooth journey to a country location outside the town centre, quite near the Harlow Carr Gardens. Greeted with tea and cake, we then spent a happy hour or so chatting to residents and convincing many of them that we were giving them a gift, for which there was no charge. Our reception was mixed (!) but I shall never forget one lady, Mary, who embraced her Twiddle Muff instantly and with a broad, beaming smile, was still twiddling when we saw her later on- heart-warming and emotional. The next MHA initiative is to make knitted Christmas decorations, mainly because the temptation to grab more traditional Christmas baubles could cause injury. Rachel has some patterns and these are also available on the MHA website. So, if you would like to join in, I’m sure Rachel would be happy to give you any advice you need. Tel 661328. I don’t knit, but thoroughly enjoyed basking in reflected glory! Let’s see if our Christmas efforts lead to further invitations. Many thanks to you all. Jane Armitage. HONLEY PLAYERS’ SALE and SHOW On Saturday July 2nd, 11-3pm Honley Players is hosting another open day, selling off surplus costume and other articles. Entertainment and refreshments including bacon butties and cream teas. Entry free. Honley Players' new young amateur group's exciting production this summer is Shooting Stars on Saturday July 16th at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets, Adults £2, children £1 available on the door
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From Glenys Pallister, Long Lane, 16 June This letter from Fiona Loughnane refers to an appeal which Fusion Housing made for donations of bedding in early May but it is an on going appeal) “A big thank you from Fusion Housing to everyone at Honley Trinity Church for the amazing amount of bedding that you donated for our bedding appeal. It will make a tremendous difference to everyone who is getting housed after being homeless, or had an urgent need to move without their belongings. Your kindness is much appreciated “The aftermath of the New Year floods to our store means that we are still in need of donated furniture. Any items like settees/chairs must have the fire retardant labels intact, and we can legally test electrical items such as fridges, electric cookers, kettles, etc. Our Fusion Giving number is 01924 490702” ♣ From Barbara Watterson, Stoney Lane, 29th May Dear Friends, What a lovely surprise! The beautiful bouquet of flowers came when I was not feeling too well. Many thanks also for the Good Wishes. Barbara ♣ From David Redfearn, email 21 June A big thank you to friends from Trinity for the good wishes and cards for my 80th birthday. We had wonderful celebrations; it was great to have family from South Africa and Thailand to join with family and friends here.♣ The Knots Prayer Dear God, Please untie the knots that are in my mind, my heart, and my life. Remove the have nots, the can nots, and the do nots that I have in my mind. Erase the will nots, may nots, and might nots that find a home in my heart. Release me from the could nots, would nots, and should nots that obstruct my life. Most of all dear God, I ask that you remove from my mind, my heart, and my life all the 'am nots' that I have allowed to hold me back, especially the thought that I am not good enough. Amen. Submitted by Gwyneth Loane via Glenys Pallister
The Back Page It’s Child’s Play! Grown ups can try it, just for fun.
BANGLADESH- Crafting a future As climate change brings more extreme and unpredictable weather, disrupting lives and livelihoods, people are looking for alternative ways to earn a living instead of relying solely on farming and fishing. Step forward the women of Barishal district, whose skills in embroidery, weaving and basket-making not only provide a means of creativity and selfexpression, but also generate a valuable income. The items are handmade, using simple tools rather than mass production methods, and the techniques are passed down through the generations. Christian Aid partner Christian Commission for Development in Bangladesh (CCDB) is helping the women to find a market for their wares. It also supports them to organise and come together, so that they can negotiate with buyers from a position of strength One of the project members, Sathy Vodro, says: “I am no longer dependent on my husband’s income. Now I have the means to provide for my child. This makes me happy”. In Bangladesh, where women are often marginalised in the home, the simple act of earning an income means you are valued. It gives you a say. “As women, our confidence has grown and our status has improved,” Sathy explains. As the demand for products moves beyond wicker stools to wall-hangings, quilts, gift boxes and much more, the women are learning different skills and branching out to new markets. Their future promises to be much brighter. Linda Mead, URC Commitment for Life Programme Co-ordinator a mission supported by Trinity Church
Hole in one A golfing priest, after having been beaten by an elderly parishioner, returned to the clubhouse somewhat depressed. “Cheer up,” said the layman. Remember, you’ll eventually be burying me some day.” “Yes,” said the priest. “But even then it will be your hole!”
Fancy a cuppa? St Mary's Mothers' Union holds a weekly coffee morning on a Thursday in the Church 10.00 to 11.30a.m.. Everybody is welcome.
Regular group meetings at Trinity Playgroup- Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs, Fri (morning) Contact- Carolynn Roberts 661024 Toddlers Group Tuesday morning Contact- Deborah Fawcett 663966 Drama Groups- Friday evening, Saturday morning Contact- Natalie Haigh 617468 / 07840800601 Brownies- Wednesday evening Contact- Ann Dove 665669 Bloodwise (previously called Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research group)– every 3rd Tuesday at 7.30pm.Contact Val Akroyd 662852
August Newsletter Will be available on Sunday July 31st (DV) Contributions to Vera Stanley or John Murray (below) by Sunday July 17th
Booking a room at Trinity Church The Upper Room 9.5m x 7m.Capacity 60 seated. Kitchen facilities. Access by stairs only. £39 per 4 hr session The Arthurs’ Room Ground floor room 9m x 5.5m. Great for groups! Capacity 30 seated. Facilities for refreshments. Access for disabled. £45.00 per 4 hr session. Contact Karen Stannard 01484 664648. For weddings, baptisms, funerals, etc contact Rev Helen Roberts Tel 01484 305308
SOME TRINITY CHURCH CONTACTS From outside Huddersfield prefix UK area code 01484 Minister: Rev Helen Roberts, 7 Mullion Avenue, Honley HD9 6GN. Tel 305308 Secretary
Jane Armitage, 26 Lower Hall, Healey House, Netherton, HD4 7DG
665990
Treasurer
Hilary Turner, Rydal Mount, Mearhouse, New Mill, HD9 7EX
684704
Pastoral Team
Sylvia Hallas / Pam Redfearn / Joyce Draper
662929
Room Bookings / Activities Cttee Karen Stannard, 6a Marsh Gardens, Honley HD9 6AF
664648
Email addresses
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(Editor) John Murray, 27 Moorside Road, Honley HD9 6HR. (Coordinator) Vera Stanley, 46 Stoney Lane, Honley HD9 6DY.
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And when it comes to ‘the peace’ I want all who voted to remain in the EU to shake hands with all who wanted to leave