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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR One recent Sunday morning, Jack and I got up early to bake cakes for one of our little charity stalls at the front gate, this time in aid the Cyclone Idai appeal. We’d watched the news reports about the cyclone which has left around three million people in need of help and Jack’s immediate response: let’s bake! And so we did. We cut out letters to make a Cyclone Idai Appeal banner and set up the table with cupcakes at 50p each. It was a lovely morning and the lane was busy with dog walkers and cyclists so trade was brisk. The little money pot was filling up nicely, but when we realised we’d forgotten to tell grandma what we were doing, and knowing how much she loves cake, we ran next door to tell her we were almost sold out. When we returned our little money pot had disappeared! At first I thought it had just blown off the table, but there was no sign of it anywhere. It was well and truly gone. Jack’s little face was a picture, and not a pretty one. I still can’t quite believe it happened. I just don’t understand how anyone could be so heartless, or even have the nerve to do it! But the story doesn’t end there. Feeling the need to vent, I posted a message on the local Facebook page and was humbled by what happened next. The first person who posted a reply also made a £25 donation to the appeal. Then a man I don’t know turned up at the door with a £5 donation. He wanted to meet Jack and to tell him not to be disheartened by what had happened. There were a few angry comments on Facebook, but most people wanted to express sympathy and to ask when we were having our next cake sale. Many others donated to the appeal and in addition to the £10 we received from a lady who dropped by the house later in the day, and our own contribution to cover sales, the total donated on the day was £160. Clearly there is an odd bad egg in the world, but so many, many, many more good eggs who can achieve great things when they come together. Of course, I’m not telling you anything you don’t already know. In every area where we publish there are multiple fundraising events happening all the time, but isn’t it lovely when a negative becomes a positive and doubts are overcome. And on that basis we shall be running another cake stall very soon!
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FROM ED SHEERAN VIDEO TO STRICTLY CHARITY EVENT Jack Reddington from Washbrook is taking part in a Strictly Charity Event to raise funds for local charity Inspire Suffolk. Jack is already known for starring in Ed Sheeran’s Castle on the Hill video, but has decided to do his bit now to help raise funds to help others. The Strictly Charity Event run by Inspire Suffolk in partnership with Ipswich School of Dancing is a fantastic event which involves ten volunteers learning to dance with semi-professional dancers over a tenweek period with the grand final event taking place at Trinity Park in July. The event is always a sell-out and previous judges have included Katya Jones from the BBC series Strictly Come Dancing. Inspire Suffolk is a charity recognised and valued for the work undertaken with young people experiencing severe disadvantage and social instability who need opportunities for purposeful reintegration into society. Each day, Inspire Suffolk works at the forefront of helping young people to overcome challenges onto positive next steps in their lives back into employment and further training. To find out more about Inspire Suffolk please visit: www.inspiresuffolk.org.uk Jack will be running a number of fundraising events for Inspire Suffolk, one of which will be a Pop Quiz on Friday, June 14 at Inspire Suffolk (evening). Reserve your tickets at: 01473 353191 / rachelr@inspiresuffolk.org.uk
THE WHEATSHEAF GRAND NATIONAL It was a cold, drizzly Saturday when eight normally sane people volunteered to dress up as horses and jump over straw bales at the Wheatsheaf, Tattingstone, on Saturday, April 6, raising a whopping sum of just over £400 for The Blossom Appeal. The Blossom Appeal is local charity set up by Ipswich Hospital to raise money to build a new Breast Care Centre. Unfortunately there have been people from Tattingstone and surrounding villages who have had experience of breast cancer. A new centre will benefit anyone who comes into contact with this disease in the future. A huge thank you to everyone involved in putting the event together, along with the many brave soldiers who turned up to watch and support the race. Well done to Guy for romping in first and winning the ’National’. We are especially grateful to Brian White, who very generously donated 20 straw bales for us to use. Thank you. Guy, our winning horse, is pictured cooling down after coming first in the race. The Wheatsheaf Charity Committee
Gentleman (as we like to call him) Jim Pearce has just become 80 years young. He had a family and friends celebration in the village hall with people coming from all parts of the UK. Jim’s son even travelled from Australia to be at his dad’s side for this special occasion. Well done Jim.
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NEWS Copdock with Washbrook Church Heritage Trust OPEN GARDENS 2019
COPDOCK PLANT SALE Saturday, May 11, 9am-noon at the Church Room Bedding plans, perennials and plants from gardens
Sunday, June 9, 1-6pm Come to enjoy beautiful, productive and imaginative gardens, large and small, in the centre of the village, with easy walking and parking. Garden tickets £5 with delicious cream teas served from 2pm, £5/£2.50
NOTES FROM THE CASE Suffolk’s first Co-operative Pub! It certainly has been a busy few months at The Case and after all our building work, anniversary celebrations and Easter events we have now settled down and are looking forward to a peaceful, sunny, relaxed summer! Why not chill out and join us? The garden is looking really good and we are looking forward to spending some time out there soaking up the warm weather. Jane’s weekday lunchtime summer menu is now up and running so come along and enjoy a sandwich, Ploughman’s or delicious Panini and, if the weather is good, eat outside.
Another successful Golf Day at Seckford Gold Club raised over £1,000 for Copdock with Washbrook Church Heritage Trust for the upkeep of Copdock Church. Sixty-nine players competed this year and were lucky to have a glorious sunny day. The winning team are pictured receiving trophy from Louise Amphlet Lewis, chairperson of the trust.
BABBLINGS FROM THE BROOK From Charlie, Cat and Baby Bear Summer feels just around the corner now and we have plans for a number of events and announcements over the coming sunnier months. Advance news is that we have a return visit from one of the most popular music acts The Brook Inn hosted in 2018 – more news later, but maybe Elvis hasn’t left the building? A summer barbecue is also planned, and we have been working on the garden and the outdoor seating. Now that it’s time to get the parasols out again! We will also be hosting the pub’s regular monthly Open Mic music night on a Thursday in May and June – dates to be confirmed, but look out on social media and our website and come along and have an evening of music with Graham and his crew plus guest artistes! Our new premium Bavarian Hell lager (5% ABV) has only been on tap for a few weeks but is proving extremely popular. For beer lovers, we have the everpopular Adnams Ghost Ship and Southwold Bitter regularly on tap, along with our featured guest ales. Recent offerings have included Alepril Fool Ale, Silver Adder, Grand Slam, Woodfordes Wherry and more are planned this summer. We haven’t forgotten the food either, with the two chefs and Charlie working now on our summer menu. There will be loads of choice and more of our tempting specials, with virtually all of our dishes offered with gluten free options, including our top selling fish and chips and Sunday roasts. Look out for the new menu on the website and social media pages. We hope to see you soon! www.thebrookinnwashbrook.co.uk www.facebook.com/thebrookinnwashbrook Instagram: thebrookinn_washbrook
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Of course we still have all our usual monthly events and our next Open Mic Night will be on Tuesday, May 7. As always PA is provided. The music starts around 7.30pm. Also Esther, our brilliant Sunday chef, has another fantastic themed dining evening for Saturday, May 11, this time taking her inspiration from France. Look on the website for the menu or on our Facebook page. Sunday lunch is served between noon and 2.30pm; it’s always best to ring to make a reservation. This month’s Quiz Night will be on Saturday, May 25 and, as usual, a curry supper will be available from 6-8pm. Booking for the curry is essential, so please ring for details. Quizzes start at 8.30pm. As the warmer weather approaches we will be having some more family fun with games in the garden for the late Spring Bank Holiday on Monday, May 27. This year it will be accompanied by a BBQ. For more details on these and other coming events please keep an eye on the ‘What’s On’ page on The Case website and our Facebook page, plus the posters inside and outside the pub. Mozambique Charity Coffee Morning On Saturday, April 6, The Case hosted a coffee morning in aid of the Central Hospital Beira in Mozambique. In March, you may have seen in the news that Mozambique along with other south eastern countries in Africa was devastated by Cyclone Idai. Some years ago while working at Ipswich Hospital, two of our long standing volunteers had been involved with the founding of the Clinical Medical School at Beira and they felt, along with other volunteers, they would like to raise funds to help restore the clinical capacity at the hospital after such a disaster. The rain and cold weather did not dampen Bentley community spirit as the morning was a great success. Generous donations were made for teas and coffees as well as the delicious homemade cakes and savouries. There was also a raffle. During the previous Open Mic Night, £78 had been raised by the pub’s regulars, including sales of our doggy ‘Bark Snacks’. At the time of writing the total raised is now £1,500, an incredible amount! A huge thank you goes out to all those who came along and especially to those who organised the event. Well done! 01473 805575 / www.thecasepubbentley.co.uk www.facebook.com/TheCaseBentley
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BENTLEY COMMUNITY SHOP: Best Possible Service Last month’s article raised an important question: What can I actually find in Bentley Stores community run shop? Of course we are remarkably well stocked with milk, frozen and chilled foods, fresh pies and local bread, but here is an alphabetic sample from our 1,500 products chosen by our 13 buyers who are always seeking out good value and new ideas. A is for local apple and ginger juice to ant killer B for bird food to brown basmati rice C for cards for all occasions to CoffeeLink local roasted coffee D for dry cleaning with Press Gang to dark chocolate ginger E for Eccles cakes to eggs, large local free range F is for frozen fish to fresh vegetables G is our gluten free range to Germolene and Gaviscon H is for Hill Farm Rapeseed Oil to Hellman’s real and light I is for ice cold drinks to ice creams J is for jelly to John West, seven types! K is for Kellogg’s to Kettle Crisps
L is Lucozade to lentils M is muesli, deluxe, wheat free and base to mustard O is for oven roasted mushroom pate to Oust descaler P is for pineapple juice to pitted prunes and dates Q is for quiche to no queues with friendly local staff R is for Rennes to Rodeo Dog Chew Twists S is for Stork to Strepsils T is for tinned foods to treats U is for ultra-absorbent kitchen roll to UV stabilised clothes pegs V is for vegetable and fruit chiller to vanilla extract W is for Whiskas cat food to Winalot X s for Xerox copy paper to Xmas cards in season! Y is for yeast to yoghurt cashews, ginger, apricots plus more Z if for Zovirax to zipper bags (bacofoil) We are well with a visit and we have so much to offer. Open from 9am to 5pm weekdays and 9am to noon at weekends. To volunteer call us: 01473 310182
CONSTABLE COUNTRY MEDICAL PRACTICE Tips to help the practice operate efficiently In order to ensure we help you in the most efficient way, please help us by following the guidelines below: Tell the receptionist the nature of your problem. They can ensure you see the right clinician (GP, Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurse, HCA) and you may not need to come into the practice if it can be dealt with over the telephone. It may also be appropriate for you to seek advice from a pharmacy. If you need to see a doctor, they will be aware of your problem before you see them which helps them prepare for your consultation. Of course, if your problem is personal and you would rather not disclose it, then that is fine. When you see a doctor, provide as much information you can about the problem. Details which may not seem important may be relevant and assist the doctor in diagnosing and treating your problem. If you have more than one problem to discuss, please ask for a double appointment so the doctor has sufficient time and other patients are not delayed. If you need to see a phlebotomist or a nurse for wound care or an injection, please ensure you wear suitable clothing and remove outer clothing prior to entering the clinic room. This will help our staff to keep to time. GP+ Service
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day on Saturday and Sunday. Fifteen minute GP and Nurse Practitioner appointments are available, but can only be booked by the practice or other healthcare organisations. At the time of booking, patients will need to provide their consent to share their medical notes with the clinician they see. This service is proving to be very popular as it relieves pressure on the practice on busy days and also provides patients with alternative options for addressing a medical problem. You may be offered an appointment with GP+ or you can ask the receptionist for current availability. Some of our own doctors also work for GP+ at the weekends. It is also possible to book an appointment with a practice nurse at GP+ at the Riverside Clinic in Ipswich. Appointments suitable for booking include injections (Depo, B12, Clexane. Note that the patient must bring the injection with them), dressings (the patient must bring the dressings with them), hypertension reviews, suture removal and pill checks (not first issue). Training Days Please note that the practice will be closed from 1pm on the following dates for staff training: Wednesday, May 22, Thursday, June 20 and Thursday, July 18. On these afternoons the Capel St Mary building will be open to enable access to the pharmacy but the practice reception will be closed. East Bergholt reception will be open. Please note that there will be no clinicians at either building after 1pm as they will be attending training off-site. Our phone lines will be closed for the afternoon. If you need medical assistance please contact 111. If your need is urgent then please dial 999 or attend your local A&E. Practice Manager Pete Keeble
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GP and Staff Training Afternoons Our next training afternoons will be on Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, June 20. The practice will be open for patients to come in to collect/drop off prescriptions and book appointments/make enquiries at reception. However, there will be no clinical staff on site and our telephone lines will be switched over to the out of hours’ service on these afternoons to allow for staff training. Please ring 111 for advice if your query cannot wait until the following day. In an emergency, dial 999.
Bentley Toddler Groups is grateful to everyone who helped and supported their latest jumble sale and made it a great success. If you missed this last sale, there will be another in October/November so watch this space! Please save all your goodies, but if this is a problem, we can collect before then. Contact Pam Rayment: 01473 310283 / 07970 741581
Military Veterans If you are a military veteran, please let us know so that we can add this to your medical record. We will need to see some proof of this so please bring a copy of a pension letter or other suitable communication.
Let’s face it, any film that centres around sailing has got to be a winner on Shotley Peninsula where half the inhabitants own a boat of some kind.
Fidget Quilts We have now sent over 400 fidget quilts to Ipswich Hospital and various charities and care homes. These are primarily for patients with dementia, but can be used for a number of other conditions. If you’d like to make a quilt, it should be lap sized and in a variety of colours and textures. They should feature a number of small items such as felt flowers, toggles, buttons – anything to give a different feel but not big enough to hurt anyone if it was thrown. We do a regular delivery to the hospital so please bring them in to either surgery.
An unfinished yacht, wild seas, amateur sailor, Golden Globe race: The Mercy has everything you could want to get your pulse surging with oceanic excitement. Colin Firth and Rachel Weisz star in the story of an incredible yet mysterious journey of a yachtsman who threw everything he had, including his house and home, into a bid to circumnavigate the world alone.
Patient Reallocations From 1 April Dr Dineen’s patients have been moved to Dr Moore-Smith. Some other patients may have been moved between named GPs and those over 75 will receive a letter advising of this. Please remember that you may see any of our clinicians at either site, but your named GP will have overall responsibility for your care. It is important that the doctors have an even allocation of patients as this affects their workload and the time they can give to you as a patient. We have therefore considered geography when reallocating to ensure your named GP works close to you. We have a fairly large patch to cover and asking a doctor at Shotley to visit a patient in Tattingstone takes much more time that it would for a Holbrook doctor to visit. Bike Racks As spring is heading our way, more people will be out walking and cycling and we’ve reviewed the facilities for parking buggies and bikes at both sites. Sadly the bike rack at Shotley has been damaged, but we are looking at relocating this over the summer nearer to the front door and adding space for buggies and prams. We will also be getting a bike rack for Holbrook so please bear with us. Practice Manager Julia Smith
ST MICHAEL’S MONTHLY MARKET The next market at St Michael’s, The Church on the Park, Woolverstone is on Saturday, May 11, 9am-12.30pm. Visit all your favourite market stalls selling fruit, vegetables, cakes, bread, meat and an interesting range of handcrafted items. East End Butchers are pleased to be the market’s resident meat supplier. If you would like to place on order with them it can be collected at the market each month. Their number for orders is 01206 392190. Come along to mingle with your friends, have a cup of coffee and a bacon buttie and enjoy the lovely venue. New stalls welcome. Contact Jane Gould: 01473 780777
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Separated from the other yachts in the race, Donald Crowhurst was faced with a terrible choice: to continue into the terrible Southern Ocean and certain death or to return home and face humiliation and financial ruin. Colin Firth became a sex symbol as Darcy in a wet shirt in Pride and Prejudice and here he is again wearing a wet shirt! Come along to Tattingstone Village Hall on Thursday, May 9 at 8pm to enjoy our latest performance with a glass of wine or an orange juice. Please do not come on our usual first Thursday of the month. If you do you’ll probably have to vote for a politician!
Q&A WITH IPSWICH CANINE CRECHE – LUXURY DOG DAY CARE You have been open over one year already. I bet that’s gone quick? It sure has! We opened on Farthing Road Industrial Estate in Sproughton in February 2018 and we are amazed how well we have done. Our luxury five-star rated dog crèche has proved very popular and we are still growing. We have a large custom designed 4,500-square-foot unit where dogs run freely as one happy pack. We have toys, stimulation games, climbing frames and even comfy sofas! Sounds great, how do you keep the dogs safe? Safety is paramount. All dogs have to be registered and pass a temperament test, and not every dog is right, or would be happy to attend. This ensures every dog is suitable and maintains the high standards of safety and wellbeing. Wow, what’s a typical day look like? No two days are the same, however we do follow a routine. On arrival we get the pooches arranged into the correct groups for age, energy and size. We then progress to free play, with mental and physical games, enrichment toys and activities. We have a break at lunch and a power nap. Afternoons are more varied, followed by storytime. Yes, we read to them! Then home, tired and content to their family who have had a guilt free day, knowing their pups have had the best day. So how can I arrange to bring my dog? We are open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday and offer both full and half days. We take dog of all ages, from puppies to golden oldies. Ipswich Canine Creche, Unit 7, The Sterling Complex, Farthing Road Industrial Estate, Ipswich IP1 5AP
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FRIENDS OF CAPEL LIBRARY
Saturday, August 31, 11.30am-4pm
Wow, I can’t believe how fast this year is going. We’re already planning for a very busy June. Talking of which, I am pleased to announce that we will again be supporting the Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day. If you are a baker or even if you’re not and would like to donate some cakes, please let Jackie know at the library. I will provide more details next month, but if possible we want to beat the great effort from last year and hopefully raise even more money. Please help us to support this very worthwhile cause, which unfortunately touches on so many of our lives.
Come along to this year’s fete and watch a birds of prey exhibition, enjoy the bouncy castles, fun and games, military vehicles, greyhounds, Newfoundlands, Paws of Parham dog agility, typical fete stalls and attractions, a raffle and much more. For food and refreshment, there’s the tea tent with delicious homemade cakes, a BBQ and a beer tent as well as Roberto’s Ice Cream. Bring your pooch to the fun dog show where there’s prizes to be won. Anyone wishing to help on the day, please contact Sue at: suegipps@btinternet.com If you would like a stall, please contact Tricia at: triciaconnolly11@gmail.com This year the fete is supporting: The Blossom Appeal, a local charity set up by Ipswich Hospital to help build a new Breast Cancer Centre Tattingstone Good Neighbours, a local charity to support villagers Tattingstone Speedwatch, helping keep the village safer Tattingstone Kid Pix, funding the licence for the primary school Tattingstone Primary School, funding science equipment
Talking of the wow factor, Bohemian Rhapsody lived up to all the hype and brought back some great memories of the time and music. We had a near sell-out audience and quite a few of those attending had already seen the film two or three times. The musical theme continues with our next presentation, A Star is Born, showing on Tuesday, May 21. Doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are now available from the library. The film stars four-time Oscar nominee Bradley Cooper (American Sniper, American Hustle and Silver Linings Playbook) and multiple award-winning Oscar nominated music superstar Lady Gaga in her first leading role in a major motion picture. We are expecting this to be another sell-out evening so please get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Tattingstone Church, donation for pensioners Christmas lunch
As mentioned earlier, June is a busy month for us with Capel Funday and our first Beetle Drive. Don’t forget to read next month’s article for more details.
Tattingstone Village Playing Fields, donation for fete use
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CAPEL LIBRARY As ever the summer holidays and the Summer Reading Challenge will be upon us before we know it. If you could spare a few hours to help hear the children talk, very excitedly, about their books then please pop in to the library and speak with a member of staff. GROUPS MEETING THIS MONTH BabyBounce: Tuesdays, May 7, 14 and 21. We take a break for the school half term holiday in the final week of the month. The free sessions for under fives start at 2pm. Do come along and join in with singing, shaking instruments and finger rhyme fun. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Capel Creators: Saturday, May 25, 10.30am-12.30pm for children of any age. Come along and see what fantastic models you can build! The £1 charge includes a drink and a biscuit. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Minecraft: Sundays, May 5 and 19, 10.30am-12.30pm. Children of all ages welcome and those under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring along your tablet or phone equipped with Minecraft Pocket Edition or Minecraft Windows 10 Edition. Try to remember to charge your device beforehand! Capel Library Book Group: This group takes place on the third Friday of each month in the library from 2pm. All are welcome to join in and share thoughts about the latest choice of fiction.
CAR BOOT SALE East Bergholt High School Sunday, May 19, 9.30am-noon Admission 50p, refreshments available, free car park. If booked in advance, cars £5, with trailers £7, domestic vans £10. £1 extra on the day. No traders. Gates open at 8.30am for sellers. Contact: 07776 291445
BRANTHAM AMATEUR THEATRICAL SOCIETY BATS are proud to present their latest production, Out of Order by Ray Cooney, from Thursday 4 to Saturday, July 6 at 7.30pm in Brantham Village Hall. This famous ‘Whitehall’ Farce was first produced in 1990 and remains a favourite to this day. Some things have changed very little; when Richard Willey, a government minister, plans to spend the evening with Jane Worthington, one of the opposition’s secretaries, things go disastrously wrong! You will meet many colourful characters who will add to the mayhem and it is ‘gleefully’ funny (Guardian). This is an adult play and therefore unsuitable for children.
We have a great selection of donated books and old stock library books for sale which are perfect for holiday reads. Don’t forget we also sell book tokens and books of first and second class stamps.
Tickets (£8) will be on sale from June 1 from Bakes & Blossoms, Acacia Court, 07891 974844, 01206 396674 and online at: www.ticketsource.co.uk
OPENING TIMES Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9.30am-12.30pm & 2-5.30pm Wednesday: 9.30am-12.30pm Thursday: 9.30am-12.30pm Friday: 2-5pm & 5.30-7.30pm Saturday: 9am-3pm Sunday: 10am-3pm
If you know the basics of Bridge and would like to play regularly in a social environment, why not join our Wednesday evening Bridge group? We meet at Lambe School in East Bergholt at 7.30pm each Wednesday. A regular partner is not essential as we ensure everyone who turns up gets a partner for the evening.
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A market takes place in Belstead Village Hall from 10am-1pm on the first Saturday of every month to raise vital funds to support refurbishment of the kitchen and ladies toilet.
For our March meeting we held a quiz night which was really good fun and we all had lots of laughs and hopefully learned things we didn’t previously know. Not many people knew that ‘Nutmeg’ was also the name for a pass between an opponent’s legs in football. Whether or not these snippets stay in the brain for future quizzes, who knows!
With an extensive range of tables, a raffle and refreshments, the market is the perfect place to meet with friends for a chat over a cuppa and a piece of cake while supporting this essential local amenity. You can also support our chosen charity at a table laden with homemade goodies for sale.
We are looking forward to warmer and drier weather so we can go out and enjoy some trips that have been organised. A visit to the gardens at Otley Hall is our next outing and we are looking forward to seeing the gardens springing into life. We are also looking forward to the cream tea.
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ST MARY’S PLANT SALE Saturday, May 25, 10am-noon Belstead Village Hall With our usual selection of flower and vegetables plants. Refreshments will be available. All welcome. In aid of St Mary’s Church, Belstead.
We are busy working on our entries for the Suffolk Show that has come around rather quickly. There are many good reasons to join the WI in Copdock and Washbrook. We enjoy a wide variety of interests and some wonderful outings. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with all aspects of what we do or you can just come for companionship and to listen to some interesting speakers. We support various campaigns, attempt to learn new skills and hopefully enhance some of those we already have. All visitors and new members will be warmly welcomed. If you want to join us you can come to three meetings as a visitor to see what we get up to before deciding if you would like to become a member. We meet at Copdock Village Hall on the third Tuesday of each month (excluding August). Please arrive around 7.15 for a 7.30pm start.
FELIXSTOWE AREA N GAUGE GROUP STOUR VALLEY MEN’S PROBUS CLUB At our recent AGM Dave Carman was voted in as president and speaker secretary, Graeme Forsyth as secretary and Val Pretty as treasurer. On April 3 Chris Parfitt introduced us to Bhutan, Land of The Thunder Dragon and David Ablewhite returned on April 17 to present The Horrible Hanoverians. Francis Boardman will present Son Of A Gun – Woman in Nelson’s Navy on Wednesday, May 1 and on May 15 Bill Roberts will recall Memoirs of An Armed Protection Officer. On June 5 Norman Jacobs will bring back memories of Light Entertainment from the 1920s to the 1950s and two weeks later on June 19 Cathy Shelbourne will present In the Wake of the Mayflower. Our club endeavours to be simple in structure, free of the constraints and We meet on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at St John Ambulance HQ, Manningtree CO11 1EB at 10.30am. New members are welcomed. For further details please contact Dave Carman: 01255 880202
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Felixstowe Area N Gauge Model Railway Group is holding its annual N Gauge Model Railway Show on Saturday, June 8 at the Methodist Church, Orwell Road, Felixstowe IP11 7AN from 10am to 4pm Admission is £4 for adults, concessions £3 and accompanied children free. The venue is fully wheelchair friendly and light refreshments will be available. This year’s layouts include the group modular layout which will have new modules, Clay Hill, Lakeside Park, Long Framlington, Padnal, Wilvey, Ipswich South Bank, Barrow Fells, Stoley Loop, Anywhere. Trade stands will be by Scograil Europe, Orwell Model, RCS Second-hand, The Middy and a group stand. With so much to see you can be sure of a good day out and it’s by the sea as well. There is a car park just a short distance away and Felixstowe is well served by First Bus from Ipswich Old Cattle Market and Greater Anglia from Ipswich Station. For further information on the group and the show contact Chris Shum on 01394 277211 or visit: www.felixstowengauge.org.uk
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OUT & ABOUT STOUR VALLEY U3A Our speaker on May 8 is Dr Helen Geake, National Finds Adviser at the Portable Antiquities Scheme. She will talk about local finds recorded by PAS, archaeology found by the public and explain what to do if you find an historic artefact while gardening, beachcombing or walking the dog. This talk look at how archaeologists reconstruct items and will include details of local finds. Dr Stephen Ashworth, Senior Lecturer at UEA, will present a talk entitled Lies, Damned Lies & Statistics on June 12. How good are we at intuitively judging probabilities? Should everyone be able to earn more than the average wage? Is it a scandal that doctors, dentists and academics are below the national average? An excursion into statistics and probabilities, which is hoped, will encourage critical consideration of the statistics with which we are bombarded every day. Each month The Coffee Grinders meet at The Lambe School, Gaston Street, East Bergholt CO7 6SD from 10am to noon. This meeting especially welcomes new members and gives all members the opportunity to meet the activity group leaders and the committee while enjoying a cup of coffee. The next meeting is on Friday, May 24. Our main purpose is to encourage lifelong learning for those who are no longer in full time employment and emphasis is always placed on making learning active and fun as well as helping in developing friendships. For further information please visit www.stourvalleyu3a.org.uk where membership secretary Gillian Gibbs may be contacted. We meet at Constable Hall, Gandish Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TP at 2.15pm. Annual membership is £12 which entitles members to attend meetings on the second Wednesday of each month.
KNIT ‘N’ STITCH / crafting afternoon If you can sew, knit or crochet, or like to make or create in any other medium and fancy working alongside others with a creative streak, come along to our new club. Bring your own project or get inspiration to start a new one. We meet at Belstead Village Hall every Tuesday afternoon from 1.30-3.30pm. Refreshments available. For more information contact Diane: 07981 335859
CAMEO Tina and Annette from The Coffee Caravan joined us in March. They brought the usual information with them along with pom pom making kits – definitely an improvement on the card circles I used when I was young! Tina also showed us new ideas for using the pom poms – a very effective mini Christmas tree was pretty and I did think it would be nice to get ahead of the game and start some homemade Christmas decorations. That hasn’t yet happened but I remain hopeful! The aim of Belstead CAMEO (Come and Meet Every One) is to provide an opportunity for residents to meet each other for tea, coffee, refreshments and chat on a drop-in basis. The club is not-for-profit and there is no charge, but a small donation towards refreshments is much appreciated. Nonresidents are very welcome at a charge of £1. Belstead is a friendly village and we want to increase this community spirit, on both personal and business levels. We aim to promote all types of local interests and have notice boards showing events, along with information on businesses and charities. You would be amazed at the wealth of talent and scope of business in our small village! It’s always good to know that somebody in the village has recommended the businesses whose cards and information we display. We meet between 2.30 and 4pm at Belstead Village Hall on the second Monday of the month (excluding July and August) and our next couple of gettogethers are on May 13 and June 10. Sandra Howard
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COPDOCK & WASHBROOK FOOTPATHS TEAM Now that summer is fast approaching, it’s time for the footpath team to get out on the paths to strim the grass and hack back the nettles so we can all enjoy walking in the countryside around the village. Our friendly group will be meeting twice a month – once in the afternoon and once in the evening between May and September. Some people help at most sessions, and others just assist a couple of times during the season. Are there any new villagers who would like to join our band of volunteers? All safety equipment and tools are provided. If you can spare a little time to support us please contact Tina: 01473 730162
EAST SUFFOLK NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION If you are a member of, or a volunteer for, the National Trust, we invite you to get more out of your membership by joining our association where a warm welcome awaits you. We meet at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre, Twelve Acre Approach, Kesgrave, Ipswich IP5 1JF at 7.15pm. Our next meeting is on May 21, when, in a change from the previously advertised programme, Mark Mitchels will be giving a talk on London’s Globe Theatre. He will be bringing the theatre to life, describing the atmosphere, and explaining what it was like to attend a performance. Why were all classes of London society, from the noblest to the poorest, able to enjoy and appreciate the genius of Shakespeare? It promises to be a fascinating journey back in time. This the last event before the summer break, we meet again on September 17 for a talk on Churchill and his part in the First World War. Visitors (even if not National Trust members) are welcome; the entrance fee is £3. National Trust members/volunteers can join us for £8 per year (£12 per couple at same address). We publish three newsletters a year for members and enjoy interesting day outings and other events. For more information, including details of future events and outings, contact our membership secretary at: membershipesnta@gmail.com / 01473 723761 www.membershipesnta.btck.co.uk
ALTON BELLES March found us welcoming Ann Henderson, chair of the East Suffolk group of Macmillan, a very informative speaker who was passionate about her subject. Ann has organised and continues to organise numerous events to raise money for Macmillan. She explained how Macmillan’s research helps to develop and influence better care and services. Macmillan helps cancer sufferers and their carers live life as fully as possible by providing physical, financial and emotional support. They endeavour to offer the best information, advice and resources for everyone. They also offer a range of free courses, workshops and e-learning for people affected by cancer, including carers, family members, volunteers and community members. It was also really good to hear that the oncology centre at Ipswich Hospital is greatly improved. As I write we are looking forward to welcoming Sandy Taylor who will demonstrate how to make new jewellery from old. In May we will be voting on the resolutions that will go forward for WI members to work on in 2019. If you want to hear more about how you could get involved in our vibrant and forward-looking WI, please do contact either Tamzin (328670) or Jane (327865).
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OUT & ABOUT BENTLEY WI Wednesday, May 8, 7.30pm at Bentley Village Hall Guest speaker Rachel Sloane Rachel will speak about the celebrities and challengers encountered during her career with BBC Radio Suffolk. This is a Bentley WI open meeting and all are welcome. If you wish to come please contact one of the following: Sandra 310072; Janet 310561; Diane 311292
BENTLEY WI MAY LUNCH Thursday, May 16 at Bentley Village Hall Two sittings: noon and 12.30pm / Raffle Tickets £5 from Sandra Ford (310072) or Diane Clover (311292)
VILLAGE LINK Our next meeting is on May 8 at 10am in Tattingstone Village Hall when the talk will be Life of a Thames Waterman/Lighterman by Brian Cornell. The club aims to bring communities together and over the years we have attracted members from many villages, men and women of various ages. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month from 10am to noon. I would like to welcome back any former members and to see new members from all local villages at our meetings, either as visitors or members. Chairman Linda Evans: 01473 311262
CRAFTERS UNLIMITED A craft club which meets on the first Monday of the month (except for bank holidays when it’s the following Monday). Saturday workshops (10am-4pm) and Monday meetings (7.30-10pm) are held in Wherstead Village Hall Meeting Rooms. Monday, May 13: Crochet Flowers (Debs) Monday, June 3: Fabric Hanging Bag while working on other crafts (Jill & Janet) Samples of each project are displayed the month before and other projects are available. Contacts: Ann 01473 780298 / Jill 01473 713534
BELSTEAD GARDEN CLUB Wednesday May 15, 7.15 for 7.30pm: Beekeeping We all know how important bees are to our gardens and the countryside, not to mention their honey. Do join us to learn more about these amazing creatures. Refreshments, draw and a plant table. All welcome.
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schools BENTLEY & COPDOCK PRIMARY SCHOOLS For most of April we have been enjoying our Easter holidays! Prior to that we sent 40 children to join over 900 others from across the county at the Royal Hospital School for an afternoon of cross-country running. The pupils did us all proud in both their behaviour and their performances.
Baby Bears The Baby Bears have been enjoying the warmer weather, spending lots of time out in the garden learning through using our senses. We have been following the Baby Bears interests by planning activities in the garden where we explore sights, sounds and touch. Some of the activities we have enjoyed are feeding the birds, blowing bubbles, playing in and exploring sand, mud and leaves. These activities provide lots of opportunities for learning and furthering development with links to the EYFS including their physical development, understanding of the world, listening, attention and communication. Toddling Tigers The Tigers have taken part in a variety of messy crafts. They have printed on tin foil and large scale paper using toothbrushes, building bricks, animals and their hands. They have noticed the different patterns and like to feel the different textures. Chalk drawings, colouring with pencils and bubble popping have been keeping their little fingers busy. The Tigers have loved getting messy, concentrating on their pattern making and challenging their fine motor skills. Dressing up is always popular in our room as the Tigers explore our dressing up area. Recreating yourself or your friend is a great way to bond and find confidence. Gruffalos As well as enjoying the Easter break, the Gruffalos have squeezed lots into April. We have loved having tadpoles to look after and have been learning about the Christian celebration of Easter and exploring new life by planting seeds. There has been lots of discussion about the flowers that died and how they won’t come back to life like Jesus did. Our planting led us to adding fresh herbs to the playdough and using real tools and equipment the children have explored the playdough with all their senses. They have used herb leaves to create patterns in the dough and have discussed which smells they like and which they don’t. They have used knives, scissors, mallets, mashers and other items that you would find in the kitchen, making sense of what they see adults doing and having a go themselves. We allow the child the space and freedom to explore this activity by making it accessible for the whole week. This means they can go back to it and consolidate their learning, sharing what they have learnt with their peers. We step back, supporting them if they need us but allowing them to explore and learn so much. We would never achieve this with a table full of plastic cutters. If you are interested in Robin’s Childcare’s Nursery, Pre-School or Out of School Clubs please contact Emma Deakin on 01473 310767 and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
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At Copdock, the Foxes class performed in an assembly for their parents to demonstrate what they had been learning in music last term – they performed an ABBA number which had many of the audience joining in! While at Bentley, pupils have taken part in Space Days and the Journey to Holy Communion at the church. We saw some fabulous creations in our Easter headwear parades which followed Easter Egg Hunts. There are photos on our website if you’d like to see some of them. Over the Easter holidays, Copdock were invited to be the ITFC School of the Day for the match against Birmingham City. Many of the pupils from both schools took advantage of the tickets and took a parent along with them to watch the game, helping to build an exciting atmosphere for another important match for the Tractor Boys. Upon returning to school, we were quickly into the annual Farm & Country Fair at Trinity Park where pupils in Year 3 and 4 learnt lots of new things about farming and the countryside. It’s a great opportunity for the children to observe equipment used on farms and to meet some of the animals, including the baby chicks which are always a winner. This term our Year 5 children will be taking part in Bikeability. This is where the children learn how to safely use their bikes on the roads. Copdock will have completed this two-day course by the time this magazine drops on your doormat. Bentley pupils have it to look forward to next month. As you are reading this, our Year 6 children will be preparing for their SATS – they will all have a hearty breakfast with their friends before sitting down to turn the page. We wish them all the best of luck. For more news and up-to-date information about our schools, please visit: www.bentleycopdock.co.uk
COPDOCK & WASHBROOK PRE-SCHOOL Another busy term has passed. The children have been enjoying the changes in the seasons, noticing the blossom on the tree and daffodil bulbs that we planted last autumn now flowering. Earlier in the year we joined the Big Garden Birdwatch and have been making bird food, building indoor hides and using our binoculars to spot and identify birds. The children have continued looking for birds and are lucky to have rooks, pigeons and great tits nesting in or near our garden. The spring term ended with an Easter Egg Activities morning enjoyed by parents and children alike. Future events planned for the summer include a muddy puddles obstacle course raising money for Save the Children and a fashion show to raise money for the pre-school, breakfast, after-school and holiday clubs. This will take place on Wednesday, May 22 at Copdock Village Hall, doors open 6.30 for a 7pm start. Clothes will be from high street shops M&S, Wallis, Topshop, Coast, Hobbs, Oasis, Phase Eight, New Look, Dorthy Perkins, Next and many more. Clothes can be tried on and bought on the night. Sizes from 6 to 22 are available. All items are at least 50% cheaper than retail price. Tickets are £5 each or three for £10 (including tea or coffee). Cakes available to buy on the night and the bar will be open. Tickets must be purchased in advance by contacting us at: preschool@freeuk.com / 07763 195159
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sport BENTLEY CARPET BOWLS EAST BERGHOLT UNITED FC The season is drawing to a close. It has been a good campaign on the whole for the club with a lot of players progressing well. The club is also the leading Senior Club in the Sportsmanship table, mirroring the success of last season, which is very satisfying. The 1st Team had a good March with two draws, but also two victories, one a 5-2 success against league title favourites Achilles. They still sit in the middle of the table, but go into the final three games of the season looking to cement a top half position. The Reserves continued their very up and down season with two defeats, but also two wins in which they scored 14 goals. They have scored 83 goals already this season but are destined for a mid-table finish. Two wins and one defeat through March have left the A Team needing to win their last league game of the season, and hope that their narrow goal difference advantage doesn’t get overturned in order to gain promotion. The club held its inaugural FIFA tournament in the Gandish Road Pavilion. This was a very successful event attended by 32 people who took part in a World Cup style group and knockout tournament. Winner Andrew King went home £120 the richer. The runner-up was Jamie McGrath, who benefitted to the tune of £50. We will be looking for new kits for all three teams next season. This is a great opportunity to support a local organisation and publicise your venture. There are a number of options available and anyone interested is invited to make contact with the secretary in the first instance. The club would like to place on record their appreciation of Paul Willis at Armour Engineering for resolving problems with the rope wheel. Steve Butcher: stevebutcher55@btinternet.com
Annual General Meeting Twenty members attended our 30th Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, March 26. The following members were elected to serve in various posts during the next year. Chairperson: Colin Rose Secretary: Jill Mills Treasurer: Veronica Howe Summer Captain: Pam Rayment Summer Vice-Captain: Deidre Rose Winter Captain: Colin Rose Winter Vice-Captain: Pam Rayment Friendlies Captain: Pam Rayment Friendlies Vice-Captain: Sandra Ford All captains reported on a very good year’s bowling and after the final winter league matches Bentley Carpet Bowls will stay in the first division for the first time. Well done to all involved. We now look forward to competing in the Summer League when we hope as many of our members as possible will take part. A big thank-you to all members for their support during the year. Charity Bowls Tournament On Saturday, March 30, Deidre, Colin, Margaret and Veronica played in a charity bowls tournament at Harkstead Carpet Bowls Club. Eight teams took part, each playing three matches of seven ends. Bentley played against Bramford, Martlesham and Offton & Willisham. They won 14 shots to one against Martlesham, but unfortunately lost the other two in very close matches. Bramford were the victors with Tattingstone the runners-up. The tournament, the raffle and the wonderful refreshments raised £300 for the Homeless Bus Shelter. A big thank-you must go to Harkstead Carpet Bowls Club for staging this event, a very enjoyable afternoon was had by the bowlers and the spectators. Jill Mills
CAPEL PLOUGH FOOTBALL CLUB The 1st Team finished their season in a mid-table position after having been top of the league during October and November. The early season winning run was ended after we were beaten by near neighbours East Bergholt during November and they completed the double over us winning 3-1 at the Playing Field at the beginning of April with Daniel Page getting our goal. Other end of season results saw the team beat Wenhaston United 3-1 and draw 1-1 away to Leiston St Margarets before losing 2-0 away to Crane Sports. Leading goal scorers were Shaun Webb and Danny Garrard. Our young Reserve side also finished mid-table after losing 3-2 to Benhall St Mary before beating Stonham Aspal 3-0. Goalie Christian Foxhall has put in some good performances, Oliver Miller and William Butcher have done well in midfield and Charlie Read has been getting most of the goals up front. The Sunday side beat Shotley 3-0 with Adam Moore scoring a brace while our Veteran team lost 2-1 to Whitton United in the County Cup semi-final with Patrick Tynan scoring. Finally, having written in this magazine on behalf of the village football club for almost 20 years, these will be my last notes as I have decided to have a break from writing them. Enjoy your football.
BENTLEY BOWLS CLUB Don’t forget our quiz on Saturday, May 4 in Bentley Village Hall starting at 7.30pm. Teams of up to six players; teams can be made up on the night if necessary. Tickets are £6 and available from David Howe (310344) or Lillian Calvert (311756). Charles is once again setting the questions and we shall have our usual buffet, raffle and bar. We hope you can join us as this brings in much needed funds to keep the green in good order. Secretary Lillian Calvert: 01473 311756
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BELSTEAD CARPET BOWLS CLUB We finished our winter league season with two wins, the first of which was a home game against Copdock. After some close games we ran out winning 10-0. The last game was a trip to Nayland who haven’t had the best results of late and we managed a 7-3 win. This win virtually sealed their fate and relegated them to the second division. We now look forward to the summer league and once more ask those would like to try the game to come to the village hall on a Tuesday night where they will be made very welcome. It would be best to check as some of our away games are on a Tuesday.
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EBONY’S BLOG: Life at The Shelley Centre Babs and I have had a quiet three-week break listening to our live herd being groomed and exercised by the helpers who keep the centre going during the school holidays, not to mention the maintenance team that works at keeping the grass mown and the buildings in good repair. We hear them chatting to each other while they have a coffee break outside our door. Since they are all volunteers and can’t be here every week, they are always hoping to expand the pool of people who see to maintenance of the centre. Our chaps who come to mow the grass, do repairs and keep the place looking good are a very special bunch of volunteers, not usually connected with horses at all. So I should love to greet any person out there who could lend a hand on the land. I’m a really handsome, unusual and interesting horse to meet, not in the same league as a live pony of course, but a real feat of computer science and engineering.
Talking of volunteers, it’s the turn of three of them to add to my list of 30 good reasons for coming here: 4) Elspeth: the lovely atmosphere and friendliness up here. 5) Jan, one of our coaches: the determination the riders show to achieve the best they can, which brings out their glorious smiles, and makes Shelley a happy place for all. 6) Cherry: being part of a really good team. And Jan’s cake! Our volunteers have been receiving training as part of our ongoing search for excellence. My photo shows two of the groups watching Lyn demonstrate correct handling of the ponies to encourage good behaviour and forward movement. You won’t catch me needing to be led correctly, my buttons let me change pace quickly and willingly to give my riders the best physiotherapy I can. The month of May means it’s Hadleigh Show! Don’t miss the best agricultural show in Suffolk on Saturday, May 19 and please come to The Shelley Centre’s huge marquee where we shall be selling plants and masses and masses of home-made cakes. Rock on all ye cooks, keep baking! www.shelleyrda.com / 01473 824172
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CHURCH NEWS THE NORTH SAMFORD BENEFICE Sproughton with Burstall, Copdock with Washbrook and Belstead & Bentley with Tattingstone For parish queries please contact:
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The Rev Annette Shannon The Rectory, Glebe Close, Sproughton, Ipswich IP8 3BQ revannettes@aol.co.uk / 01473 807674
Wednesday 1
Bentley Home Communions, 10am
Thursday 2
Bentley Coffee & Company, 10am Burstall Community Lunch, 12.30pm
Benefice Administrator: Hayley Purnell northsamfordbenefice@gmail.com / 07904 972116
Saturday 4
Copdock Monthly Market, 10am
Saturday 11
Copdock Plant Sale, Church Room, 9am-noon
Friends, I seem to spend a lot of time looking out of the window. Today, the sun is shining down on the garden and the flowers are aglow. There is a blackbird pecking in the grass looking for worms. I love it when they sing, their song is beautiful. It conjures up memories and brings joy to my heart. John and I might have planted our garden, but it is God in all his glory who created everything that grows and lives in it. And yet, sometimes, we take it all for granted. We seem to forget we need to take care of our world. We cannot keep taking from it, polluting it without regard for tomorrow. At the Mothering Sunday Service I was reminded how easy it is to take our parents for granted. We forget to ask, say please and thank you. We assume they will do it, regardless of our behaviour. My parents gave their all to look after my brother and I. They loved us so much, as we loved them. And where is God in this equation? He is right at the top, holding us all in his loving arms. He is always there for us. We are never alone even when we think we are, all we have to do is talk to him in prayer. Looking through the window, the sun is shining on the daffodils. They remind me of Easter, when we celebrate what God did for us, sending his only son to set an example for us, showing us how to live and love one another. His ultimate sacrifice was to give his life for us, suffering a painful death on the cross. As I sit here, I ask myself do we take God for granted? Do we expect God to take care of everything for us so we can sit back on our heels and watch it all happen, or should we try to look after our wonderful world and the people in it? Sitting and looking, I give thanks to God for all he has done for everyone including me and the people I love, and I rejoice in the glory of the world around me. In love and prayer, Lay Reader Gwen Runnacles Baby and Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am at Sproughton Church Hall on Mondays in term time. Suggested donation £2 per family. Leaders: The Rev Annette Shannon (01473 807674) / Doreen (01473 311122) Copdock Plant Sale Saturday, May 11 in the Church Room from 9am-noon. Burstall Arts & Crafts Exhibition Saturday, June 8, 11am-4.30pm. Refreshments and cream teas. Burstall Garden Party Thursday, June 13 at Burstall House, 2-4pm. FROM THE REGISTERS Weddings Enya Ayden-Bridge and Thomas Perry – Copdock Funerals Maryta Humphries – Copdock Irene Carr – Copdock Joan Hall – Sproughton
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Tuesday 14 Churchwarden’s Meeting, Sproughton Church Hall, 10am Wednesday 15 Copdock Home Communions, 10am Thursday 30
Quiet Day – St Thomas’ Ministry Team
JUNE Saturday 1
Copdock Morning Market, 10am
Wednesday 5
Bentley Home Communions, 10am
Thursday 6
Bentley Coffee & Company, 10am Burstall Community Lunch, 12.30pm
Saturday 8
Burstall Arts & Crafts Exhibition / Afternoon Tea
Wednesday 12 Joint PCC Meeting Thursday 13
Garden Party at Burstall House
Wednesday 19 Tattingstone PCC Meeting Copdock Home Communions Archdeacons Visitation SERVICES IN THE BENEFICE Sunday, May 5 8am Copdock 9.30am Burstall 10am Bentley 10am Copdock 10am Tattingstone 11am Sproughton
Holy Communion Holy Communion Family@Church Morning Prayer Holy Communion Family@Church
Friday, May 10 6.30pm Bentley
Evening Prayer
Sunday, May 12 9.30am Sproughton 9.30am Burstall 10am Copdock 10am Bentley 6pm Tattingstone
Croissant Church Family Service Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer
Sunday, May 19 9.30am Burstall 10am Washbrook 10am Bentley 11am Sproughton
Holy Communion Morning Prayer Morning Celebration Holy Communion
Sunday, May 26 8am Sproughton 9.30am Burstall 10am Copdock 10am Bentley 10am Belstead 11am Sproughton 10am Tattingstone Crag Pit Farm
Holy Communion Matins Holy Communion Holy Communion Morning Worship Holy Communion Rogation Service
Thursday, May 30: Ascension Day 7.30pm Belstead Holy Communion Please submit church letters and copy for the June edition of In Touch to Hayley Purnell by May 4: northsamfordbenefice@gmail.com
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CHURCH NEWS CAPEL & HOLBROOK METHODIST CHURCHES Good Intentions How many times have you intended to do something and failed to do it? I expect, if you are like me, it’s many times. It’s easy to make a promise, and much harder to keep it. There could be many reasons for it. We can be busy with other things. We may forget, we may have taken on more than we can manage. We forget we are older and can’t do as much as when we were younger. There is a story of a father who asked a son to do a job. He flatly refused, to his father’s face, but later on thought better of it and did the job. He asked his second son to do a job, who said ‘sure, glad to’, but he never did. Jesus asked the question, which son did his father’s will, and the reply was the first. The second had good intentions, but failed. With luck, our failure to honour our intentions may not matter too much. On the other hand, it may affect relationships, cause financial hardships, cause pain or injury to someone. It may be we get a second chance to do it or it may be that this was the only opportunity we had to do something that might be life-changing for others or ourselves. If you have good intentions, or someone asks you to do something and if the job needs doing, don’t put if off. Act now before it’s too late. This may be your only chance. It may even be God calling you to do something significant. Rev Andrew Sankey Minister at Capel & Holbrook Methodist Churches 8 Roundridge Road, Capel St Mary IP9 2UG apsankey@gmail.com / 01473 311178 / 07966 187216
AT CAPEL METHODIST Home Groups on various days and times – contact the Minister Sunday 5
10.30am 6.30pm
Worship with Mrs Carole Almond Prayer
Sunday 12 10.30am 6.30pm
Worship with Mrs Alyson Ellis Worship with Rev Andrew Sankey
Sunday 19 10.30am
Worship & Communion with Rev Andrew Sankey
Saturday 25 3.30pm
Messy Church
Sunday 26 10.30am 7.30pm
Worship with Mr Terry Tennens United Prayer at St Mary’s
AT HOLBROOK METHODIST HCT: Holbrook Churches Together Mondays 2.30-4pm: Tea and Chat (HCT) Home Groups: Second & fourth Tuesdays, 7.30pm Saturday 4 10am-4pm Coffee Morning Sunday 5
10am
Sunday 12 10am Friday 17
3.30pm
Worship with Rev Andrew Sankey Worship with Mr Mike Castle Messy Church (HCT)
Sunday 19 10am
Worship with Dr Liz Cop
Sunday 26 10am 6.30pm
Communion with Rev Jo Jacobs Something Different
The Coffee Morning at Holbrook Methodist Church on Saturday, May 4 will be especially for Christian Aid. It will run from 10am to 4pm and include a really big bric-a-brac sale. You are welcome to pop in during the day for coffee/tea and cake and savouries and browse the bric-a-brac tables.
HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Ipswich Road, Brantham CO11 1TB
Parish Priest: Fr Peter Raj 180 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich IP2 0QQ / 01473 684963 www.stmarksparish.org.uk
It means being ready to leave behind whatever would keep us tied to our little boat and prevent us from making a definitive choice. We are called to be bold and decisive in seeking God’s plan for our lives.”
SERVICES FOR MAY Sunday 5 3rd Sunday of Easter 9am Mass
He continued: “Gazing out at the vast ‘ocean’ of vocation, we cannot remain content to repair our nets on the boat that gives us security, but must trust instead in the Lord’s promise. Every vocation is a summons not to stand on the shore, nets in hand, but to follow Jesus on the path he has marked out for us, for our own happiness and for the good of those around us.”
Tuesday 7 9.30am Morning Prayer 10am Mass Sunday 12 4th Sunday of Easter 9am Mass Tuesday 14 9.20am Eucharistic Adoration 10am Mass Sunday 19 5th Sunday of Easter 9am Mass at Holy Family Tuesday 21 9.30am Morning Prayer 10am Mass Sunday 26 6th Sunday of Easter 9am Mass Tuesday 28 9.20am Eucharistic Adoration 10am Mass Catholic Commentary In his message for the recent World Day of Prayer for Vocations Pope Francis said: “It takes courage and boldness to trust in God’s promises and follow the vocation he has set out for you. Responding to the Lord’s call involves putting ourselves on the line and facing a great challenge.
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The Pope reflected on the passage from the Gospel of Mark when Jesus calls Simon, Andrew, James and John to be his disciples. At the time, the two pairs of brothers were going about their daily work as fishermen, Francis explained, noting that fishing is demanding work, which sometimes produces results and sometimes does not. “Much of life is like that,” he said. Each person, in trying to realise his or her deepest desires, puts out into a “sea of possibilities” and “sometimes we enjoy a good catch, while at others, we need courage to keep our boat from being tossed by the waves, or we are frustrated at seeing our nets come up empty”. Pope Francis also noted the importance of a person’s vocation fnot just in his or her life, but for the community and for the growth of God’s kingdom on earth. Events & Diary Dates The 100 Club draw took place on Sunday, April 28 at Holy Family when three lucky winners shared a £159 prize pot. The next draw takes place on May 19. New members are always very welcome and the newsletter, that includes an application form, can be found at the rear of the church or online at: www.stmarksparish.org.uk Every last Thursday of the month a Bring & Buy Coffee Morning takes place at Viv & Wyn’s home, Paddock Gate, Whitehorse Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TR from 10.30am to noon. The next event will be on Thursday, May 30.
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