TRINITY CHURCH HONLEY
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For one day of one week in Nove mber We will for one minute remember, We’ll reflect on the cost of our wars And just for one moment we’ll pause So Remember … those swallowed by water those ravaged by mortar those killed in the air … those filled with despair those buried in sand … the girls on the land those killed by the guns … their daughters and sons the wives turned to widows … the everyday heroes those who ‘survived’ … those left half alive those killed ‘safe’ at home … those now left alone those who perished in camps … those who wore miners’ lamps those who provided support … those who, for my sake, fought those who’ve faded away … those still missing today. Remember, rememberBut why just in November? Steve Mellor, of Mirfield, at the opening of the WW1 display in Honley library, 2013
“And the walls came Joshua fit de battle of Jericho, tumblin’ down!” Jericho, Jericho. But it wasn’t the Joshua fit de battle of Jericho And the walls come tumblin’ down. sound of trumpets and rams-horns that caused Then the rams’ horns began to blow, the collapse of the manse So loudly did they soun’. garden wall and the imThen all God’s children shouted out And the walls came aa-tumblin’ down. minent land-slide of Cuckoo Lane above it into the manse garden. A section of the wall at the side of the Manse had collapsed, due to settlement and vibration of heavy traffic down the For the full version see Joshua Ch.6 v15-21 lane. Obviously, at the time the road was built, it was not designed for this type of use. The rest of the wall was in a dangerous condition and because of this the lane was closed to traffic in October and repairs had to be done quickly. The Manse is a property owned by the URC Church, for which Trinity has a contractual obligation for on-going maintenance. The repair cost will not be met from insurance but the URC has made an offer of an interest-free loan. Iain Slater, builder, was contracted to carry out the essential repairs, and has now done so. Once more, you can drive a truck down Cuckoo Lane. All we have to do now is pay off the loan!
Trinity Church (Methodist-URC) Moorbottom Honley
SERVICES for the month of November Sun Time
Minister /Organiser
Vestibule Stewards
Church Stewards Bob & Jane Armitage
Lily Sandon
Linda Craven Jean Wood
Flowers
Coffee team Pat Waite +
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Granville Dews
Martin Hirst Carolynne Page
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Judith Robinson
Eileen & Peter Marshall
Margaret Armitage Penny Winterbottom
Kathryn Butters
Ann Hirst Rachel Boothroyd
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Michael Tolson
David Redfearn Ronnie Moncur
Hilary Turner Carolynne Roberts
In memory of Joyce George
Barbara Leach Joyce Draper
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Rev Richard Thompson
Keith Knutton Karen Stannard
Margaret Sheppard Pam Redfearn
Noreen Brooke
Margaret Armitage Maureen Burley
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Rev Helen Roberts (Inc communion)
Marina & Roger Woodhead
Glenys Pallister at Waite
Flower Fund
Jean Wood Audrey Hawkswell
Minister’s Message It has been like a roller coaster ride since I moved here in August. So many new faces to meet, places to find and things to learn, sometimes it feels much longer than the couple of months, then other times I am very aware that I have only just arrived. Nevertheless November looms Remember, remember – seems to be the theme of the month, whether looking back at long ago history on the 5th, or the history still in living memories on the 11th (and the 8th). For the churches the 1st and 2nd of November are also times of remembering - All Saints and All Souls. Halloween is actually a Christian date on the calendar – All Hallows Eve, the night before All Hallows, or All Saints as we say today. Whether someone is considered a saint or not they are worth remembering, and we will all have people we ‘love but see no longer’ as one funeral prayer puts it. Sometimes the remembering is raw; sometimes it brings a smile as we recall precious or amusing moments. Whether sharing in our national remembrances, or something more personal this November let’s remember as the nights draw in that every life is a beacon of light, and to be celebrated. Rev Helen Roberts, 01484 305308, revhelen2015@gmail.com
Harvest Festival Paul Roberts reports About 20 representatives from our Scout Group attended the Harvest Service. We were made to feel very welcome and the highlight came when Helen asked the children to make a den, or barn, from cardboard boxes, lengths of material, sticks etc that she had placed at the front of the church. Di Harris adds: This activity was related to the Parable of the Rich Fool (Luke12:13-21) who knocked down his barn and built a bigger one to house all his grain. He had no thought of helping others; he died and did not gain from his actions. Unlike him, our congregation shared their harvest goods to help the Mission in their quest to assist those in need.
WALTER'S STORY Bible Society supporter John Young tells a moving story of his father, Walter. He was a 25-year-old Post Office sorter in London when the war broke out, and like so many young men, joined his works corps. He spent four wretched years in France and Belgium, fighting at the Somme, Ypres and like Albert, at Passchendaele. Eventually, the Germans captured him and he was put to work in a Prussian coal mine. He described this as 'the most miserable' time of his life. He said, 'Life in the dirtiest and most dangerous trenches was worse while it lasted, but there was always the relief to look forward to if one survived. But life for me at this mine seemed one long round of almost unbroken misery' Yet it was here that Walter felt God was speaking to him, saying his fellow prisoners of war were 'sheep without a shepherd'. And so he asked a German officer for permission to hold a church service. It was granted, and a series of services, using Walter's little New Testament, was held in the ablutions room where the men washed on leaving the mine. Even today, Walter's New Testament falls open at Romans 12, which it's believed he used in these services. It reads, 'Hate what is evil, hold on to what is good... Let your hope keep you joyful, be patient in your troubles and pray at all times...Ask God to bless those who persecute you - yes, ask him to bless, not to curse.' At this Remembrance Day we will be able to recall and give thanks for young men like Walter, as well as praying for peace in our own time.
Day Date Events in November Holmfirth Methodist Leisure Group. Meet at TRINITY at 11 am for a walk, followed by picnic lunch & talk Tues
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Women’s Fellowship. 2.30 pm in The Arthurs’ Room. Speaker: David Cockman ‘The Search for Martha Stocks’ Chairlady: Margaret Armitage.
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Trinity Church/Civic Society Walk. Meet at Trinity at 2.15pm for walk to ‘Holmfirth Pool’. Leader: Bert Neary.
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Women’s Fellowship. 2.30 pm in The Arthurs’ Room. Speaker: Deborah Fawcett: ‘Make your own Cake Decoration’’ Chairlady: Margaret Sheppard.
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A Day of Judgement? A story told by Martin Hirst’s tour manager on a recent holiday in the beautiful country of Montenegro. The local priest and local coach driver had sadly both died on the same day Waiting for admission at the Pearly Gates of Heaven St Peter told them he could only admit one of them. After careful consideration he would be admitting the local coach driver. “Why not me?” Asked the priest in consternation, “I have been a good and honest servant of God all my life.” “Because,” replied St Peter, “when you preached most of your congregation fell asleep, but when the coach driver took his passengers round the many hairpin bends and narrow mountain roads of Montenegro, they all prayed to God”
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Potatoes aren’t just for chips! Spread around this page are examples of what can be done to a potato with a bit of imagination. They were displayed in the church at the Harvest Festival. 1. ‘Mermaid on Murphys Rock’ by Margaret Sheppard, 2.’Astrospuds’ by Abigail, 3.’Maris Piper’ by Joan Vevers, 4.‘Sunny side up’, by Joyce Draper, 5.’PotA-Toes’ by Linda Craven, 6. ‘Tailpiece’ by Marion Bainbridge
Holmfirth Methodist Leisure Group. By Di Harris, Linda Craven and Joan Vevers The September outing: This was the first walk to be organised by Marsden United Church and it started on a dismal, cold and misty morning. We were led by Edward Sheldrake up to the canal and along to Tunnel End. From there it was a steady climb up to Pule Hill, then around the hill and back to Marsden past the golf course. By this time the mist had lifted allowing good views across Butterly reservoir. Following a much welcomed cup of tea back at Marsden church, which is of similar build to Trinity, we had our lunch and Edward 'introduced' himself to us by giving us a potted history of his life . The October outing: It was a cold, but sunny day when 20 walkers set off up the hill from Gatehead Chapel towards Cumberworth before turning off along a slightly muddy path. As we got higher up it was colder with an east wind blowing. It was here we tried to catch a stray sheep and encourage it to go back into the field. Doris went to open the gate but just as she got it open the sheep decided to bolt despite our attempts to stop it. A couple of us followed and tried to persuade it into another field, but it was having none of it! We wouldn’t make very good shepherds but hopefully someone will return it to the rest of the flock. Thank you to Margaret who organised the walk and the quiz after our picnic lunch..
Trinity Playgroup Report by Playgroup Manager Carolynne Roberts Autumn Term began on Monday 1st September. We have 16 children now on the register, 5 boys and 11 girls and all the new starters have settled well. A maximum of 10 children attend each session at present, so they are experiencing a high degree of adult support. After half term we will be looking at ‘Autumn Colours’, as the children have been observing the coloured leaves they have seen while playing outside. At the end of November we will begin our Christmas activities by making tree decorations for the Christmas Tree Festival.
From Karen Stannard, Marsh Gardens.10th September Dear Friends at Trinity, A very special thank you for all the lovely cards and best wishes for my recent birthday. It feels good to be a certain age – hope it continues. Love from Karen. PS- And more recently for the lovely flowers.♣
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Taylor’s Foodstore Fairtrade Crossword (Nov)
Name Address or tel no Last month’s solution: ACROSS: 1, Deacon. 4, Appear. 7, Wits. 8, Heavenly. 9, Argument. 13, Mob. 16, Brokenhearted. 17, Ran. 19, Suddenly. 24, Obstacle. 25, John. 26, Enable. 27, Market. DOWN: 1, Dawn. 2, Afternoon. 3, Nehum. 4, Again. 5, Prey. 6, All to. 10, Users. 11, Ephod. 12, Trace. 13, Metalwork. 14, Body. 15, Eber. 18, Alban. 20, Uncle. 21, Dream. 22, Stab. 23, Gnat. The winner was David Murray. Send this month’s solution- cut out, printed-out, or email a list of answers, to the editor by Nov 16th. Address is in the box below. Christmas Cracker of a Poetry Readaround Friends of Honley Library invite you to this special event on Tuesday 1st December, 7-9pm, with acclaimed Honley Male Voice Choir singers '8-In-A-Bar' to delight you and with audience readings afterwards. This is a TICKET ONLY event £2 including festive refreshments. All welcome. Tickets available from Honley Library. The funeral of Sheila Masson took place in Trinity on 29th October. Sheila was the widow of Ray Masson, a onetime valued member of Trinity Church. The service was taken by our minister, Rev Helen Roberts. Our Minister is Rev Helen Roberts. As well as Honley she has responsibility for three other Methodist chapels: Shepley, Gatehead and Brockholes. Tel 01484 305308, December Newsletter Will be available (DV) on Sunday Nov 29th. Material to the editor by Sunday Nov 15th Printer Bob Armitage, Assemblers Linda Craven & Sylvia Hallas Trinity Church Newsletter editor John Murray 27 Moorside Road, Honley, Holmfirth HD9 6HR. email: trinity.news@ntlworld.com tel 662635
This puzzle is sponsored by Taylor’s Foodstore Meltham Road, Honley, a local store which supports local charities. The winner will get a voucher to take to Tony Washington at the store and get a big block of Cadbury’s Fairtrade Milk Chocolate! Across 1 ‘The Lord Jesus... took bread, and when he had given — , he broke it’ (1 Corinthians 11:24) (6) 4 ‘He has taken me to the banquet hall, and his — over me is love’ (Song of Songs 2:4) (6) 8 Surrey town that hosts the National Christian Resources Exhibition (5) 9 Also known as Abednego (Daniel 1:7) (7) 10 Liken (Isaiah 40:18) (7) 11 A son of Etam, descendant of Judah (1 Chronicles 4:3) (5) 12 A part of the temple where the blood of a young bull was to be smeared (Ezekiel 45:19) (9) 17 ‘They make many promises, take false — and make agree ments’ (Hosea 10:4) (5) 19 Roman province to which Paul returned after evangelizing it on his first missionary journey (Acts 16:6) (7) 21 Material used to make baby Moses’ basket (Exodus 2:3) (7) 22 ‘And feeble as — , in thee do we trust, nor find thee to fail’ (5) 23 ‘The watchman opens the gate for him, and the sheep — to his voice’ (John10:3) (6) 24 Stalk carrying the sponge of wine vinegar given to Christ on the cross (John 19:29) (6) Down 1 Elijah dug one round the altar he built on Mount Carmel and filled it with water (1 Kings 18:32) (6) 2 ‘I am not — of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes’ (Romans 1:16) (7) 3 Buddhist term relating to belief in reincarnation (5) 5 Damascus disciple who, at God’s command, restored the sight of the blinded Saul of Tarsus (Acts 9:12) (7) 6 and 16: Horses, their sound (Jeremiah 50:11) (5) and their gait (Joel 2:4) (6) 7 A three (anag.) (6) 9 Athenian council addressed memorably by Paul (Acts 17:22) (9) 13 Abide by (Galatians 3:5) (7) 14 Persian princes (Daniel 3:2) (7) 15 Force (Galatians 6:12) (6) 16 See 6 Down (6) 18 Paste (anag.) (5) 20 How the cedars of Lebanon are described (Isaiah 2:13) (5)
Those memorable school reports… What did your teachers say about your progress at school? The following were sent into the Daily Telegraph some years ago ~ One of my French reports simply said: ‘Sheila attended the lessons’. ~ My housemaster wrote: ‘He has an overdeveloped unawareness.’ ~ A friend’s son’s report said: ‘By the time he has mastered French, he will be too old to cross the Channel.’ ~ My teacher observed: ‘The improvement in his handwriting has revealed his inability to spell.’ ~ My teacher was a realist: ‘I am sorry to have to tell you that he is doing his best.’
Christian Aid. This years Christmas appeal is for tackling Malaria in Nigeria where it is a leading cause of death. The governme nt has pledged to match every donation made to the Christmas Appeal between 6 November and 5 February up to a total of £5m.
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