The Columban st. columba’s church, knock, november 2017
The Weeping Window exhibition runs till 3rd December at the Ulster Museum Photograph courtesy of Press Eye/National Museums NI
Rector’s Letter
Dear Parishioner,
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY On Remembrance Sunday, we will come together to remember those who lost their lives in war and conflict in so many countries in the defence of freedom. They gave their lives, which is the greatest sacrifice of all, and is something which we must never forget. Each one was a unique individual, made in the image of God, who died one by one. No-one can ever take their place. During the Act of Remembrance, on Sunday 12th November 10:30am service, it will be my privilege to read aloud the names on the Roll of Honour in St Columba’s before we observe two minutes’ silence. As we pause to remember, we will pray for peace in the world, to make it a better place. There is a great need for us all on Remembrance Sunday to be peacemakers and to move forward strengthened by the past. The words of this poem on belief were scratched on the wall of a prison cell in Cologne during the Second World War: “I believe in the sun even when it does not shine. I believe in love, even when I cannot feel it. I believe in God, even when he is silent.” If that is what a prisoner could write on his prison cell wall during the war, how much more should we follow those words in our daily lives?
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READER AND INTERCESSOR ROTA Parishioners have been assisting with the reading of lessons and the prayers of intercession at our church services for some considerable time. Muriel Arndell has kindly coordinated the Reader and Intercessor Rota for many years. Each month, she has contacted those on the rota to enquire if they would be available to read a lesson or lead us in our prayers. This has not always been an easy undertaking due to parishioners’ busy diaries, holiday arrangements, family activities and answering machines. After such tireless service over the years, Muriel is now taking a well-earned rest and I would like to thank her for the important contribution which she has made to worship in St Columba’s and for the support she has given. I have always encouraged active lay participation in our church services, and with the recent improvements to our church P.A. system, a fresh opportunity now arises to develop this ministry within St Columba’s. Please encourage those who read lessons or lead us in our intercessions, especially those who are coming to the lectern for the first time. Yours in His Service,
PARISH PRAYER
God, our Heavenly Father, make the door of our Church wide enough to welcome all who need human love, fellowship and a Father’s care; but narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride and hatred. Here may the tempted find help, the sorrowing receive comfort and the penitent be assured of your mercy. And here may all your children renew their strength and go on their way in hope and joy; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Bishop Thomas Ken 1637-1711 3
SERVICES IN NOVEMBER Thursday 2nd All Saints Day (Transferred) (White) 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday, 5th 8.15am
The Fourth Sunday before Advent Holy Communion Reader Patricia Clements Gospel Clergy
10.30am
All Age Worship and Holy Baptism followed by refreshments Reader Yasmin Saunders-Mulgrew Matthew 23: 1-12
7.00pm
Choral Evensong Reader Reader
Gerald Hill Gerald Hill
(Green) 1 Thessalonians 2: 9-13 Matthew 23: 1-12
Daniel 7: 1-18 Luke 6: 17-31
Thursday, 9th (Green) 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday, 12th Remembrance Sunday (Green) 8.15am Holy Communion Reader Billy McAlpine Ephesians 6: 10-18 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 5: 1-12 10.30am
Morning Prayer with Act of Remembrance Reader Clare Best Reader Mark Wilson Occasional Prayers Clergy Preacher: Canon Walter Laverty
7.00pm
Late Evening Office Reader Josephine Kelly
Micah 4: 3-5 Matthew 5: 43-48
John 15: 9-17
Thursday, 16th (Green) 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday, 19th The Second Sunday before Advent (Green) 8.15am Holy Communion Reader Kyleen Clarke 1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 25: 14-30
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9.30am
Family Communion Gospel Adam Moore
10.30am
Morning Prayer and Holy Baptism followed by refreshments hosted by Men’s Club Reader Billy Nelson Judges 4: 1-7 Reader Geoff Launchbury Matthew 25: 14-30 Occasional Prayers Clergy
7.00pm
Holy Communion Reader Gospel
Anella Gallen Karen McAlpine
Matthew 25: 14-30
Revelation 1: 4-18 Luke 9: 1-6
(Green) Thursday, 23rd 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday, 26th The Kingship of Christ (White) 8.15am Holy Communion Reader Paddy Malone Ephesians 1: 15-23 Gospel Clergy Matthew 25: 31-46 10.30am
Holy Communion Reader Gospel Intercessions
Richard Caldwell Karen McAlpine Elizabeth Leonard
Ephesians 1: 15-23 Matthew 25: 31-46
7.00pm
Evening Prayer Reader Reader
Fiona Haldane Jennifer Beattie
2 Samuel 23: 1-7 Matthew 28: 16-20
Thursday, 30th Saint Andrew
10.30am
Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry
(Red)
Readers and Intercessors: If you cannot read or lead the prayers on the appointed day, please arrange a swap with someone else on the rota and let the Churchwardens know. We are always delighted to add new names to the Rota of Readers and Intercessors. If you wish to serve your church in this way, please contact The Rector (02890 471514). The readings are from Year A of the Revised Common Lectionary and are printed on our parish website: www.coiknock.org
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LEST WE FORGET During the First World War, 48 parishioners from St. Columba’s served in H.M. Forces, the vast majority in the Army. Tragically, twelve did not return, a truly horrific rate of attrition. The names of both the fallen and the survivors are shown on the memorial plaque in the south transept where, in 1919, the beautiful memorial window was erected to their eternal glory. No less than three MC’s, one MM and one DFC were awarded for gallantry. In the Second World War, reflecting its far greater global reach, 120 parishioners from St. Columba’s served in HM Forces, not only in the Army but also in the Royal Air Force, the Royal Navy, the Merchant Navy, the Women’s Royal Naval Service, the Auxiliary Territorial Service and the Women’s Auxiliary Air Force. Tragically, twelve also did not return, eight from the ranks of the Royal Air Force alone, as high a rate of attrition as that suffered by those parishioners who served in the Army during the First World War. In more recent times, Constable Mark Evans was killed on 7th September 1981 whilst serving with the RUC in Pomeroy, and his name is displayed on a memorial glass case towards the rear of the church. St. Columba’s Roll of Honour in two World Wars, inscribed on the front two pillars of the nave, reads as follows: 1914-1918 1939-1945 J. Burke A. S. Craig A. D. Deane R. A. A. Doherty T. B. Elliot M. D. Green H. Hooton J. C. Harris I. C. McCormick A. R. Hill H. McCormick M. C. Hind R. Nelson H.G. Montgomery W. Nelson R. N. Morgan J. Purvis C. McConnell A. Rodgers A. McFarland W. H. Unsworth J. H. Rice G. W. Webb N. Turner Mindful of all current ongoing military operations, let us pause on Remembrance Sunday to remember those men and women who, in countless conflicts, made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and for our freedom. We also remember all worldwide victims of war, brutality, terror and oppression. Let us above all pray for those valiant young men who set forth from this parish in those dark and storm filled days, never to return home nor see their loved ones again.
They knew their duty and they died for it
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Hospital Visiting The Clergy would appreciate being informed if parishioners are in hospital, going into hospital, are being transferred or if they have been discharged, and will be pleased to offer them pastoral support. This will allow for better use of clergy time and resources, allowing them to visit as many people as possible. Please do not assume that they already know this information. Please telephone the Rector (9047 1514) or Canon Ken Smyth (9145 8706) to enable them to take careful note of the details. Thank you.
Clergy Parish Visiting It is always a great privilege for the Clergy to visit parishioners in their homes. If you would like to request a Clergy Visit, please telephone the Rector (028 90471514) or Canon Ken Smyth (028 91458706). In addition to requested Parish Visiting, the Clergy will be visiting parishioners in the following districts during November: RECTOR Sandhill Parade Sandhill Park Sandown Drive Sandown Park Sandown Park South
CANON SMYTH Sandown Road Sandringham Mews Schomberg Avenue Schomberg Park
DECEMBER PARISH MAGAZINE
Any articles or photographs for publication in the December parish magazine should be handed or emailed to the editor, Billy McAlpine, by Wednesday, 8th November. His contact details are:10 Old Quay Court, Holywood BT18 0HT Tel: 9042 4390 Email: colmaged@outlook.com
We love to see photographs of people enjoying our Church activities. So we can all benefit fully from this and for reproduction purposes, it is very important that photographs are clear and in focus. Many thanks 7
CHURCH ROOF The past few years have seen many improvements to the interior of our Church. Through the Building Fund and generous donations from fundraising and bequests we have been able to fit a new carpet and wooden floor, paint the inside of the church, create the coffee dock and storage unit to the rear of the church that has greatly improved our opportunity for meeting after services. A new sound system has been fitted to enable us to fully appreciate the outstanding musical contribution our choir and organist make and most recently a generous donation has allowed us to create a new frontals cabinet using wooden panels we retained during the refurbishment of the rear. To safeguard these welcome improvements we must now turn our attention to the roof. Our church celebrated its 120th anniversary last June and whilst the roof may appear sound we are spending about ÂŁ5000 a year on running repairs. The roofing defects consist primarily of slate slippage caused by nail sickness (nails corroding, slates disintegrating at nail holes), breakdown of lead abutment flashings and porosity of the parapets all due to ageing. The lead valley gutters are also reaching the end of their useful life. The intensity of the inclement weather we are now experiencing compared to the weather at the time the building was first constructed is also leading to moisture ingress. The Quintennial Inspection Report carried out by the Church Surveyor this year noted our monitoring of the roof and ongoing repairs to avoid leaks but identified that roof replacement should take place within five years, prior to the next Inspection. This will be a major undertaking both financially and logistically. Over the next few months the Property and Finance Committees will be reviewing workable solutions and we will report to Vestry with options. The Glebewardens
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CHRISTIANS AGAINST POVERTY (2017 CHRISTMAS HAMPER APPEAL) Christmas, which can be an expensive time of year for everyone, is on the horizon. Christians Against Poverty supports less well-off families by providing food hampers. Please help those families who are struggling financially this Christmas and become involved with the CAP Christmas Hamper Appeal. Last year, working in tandem with St Donard's, St Finnian's, Knockbreda Parish and McQuiston Memorial Presbyterian church we were able to distribute 50 hampers and the surplus food was put into the Food Store for continuous use. Let us be involved with distributing even more this year. A shopping trolley will be placed at the back of the church for your contributions. SUGGESTED ITEMS INCLUDE: STAPLE FOODS: Spaghetti / Pasta / Rice JARS OF SAUCE: Bolognese / Korma / Curry /Chicken / Beef TINNED FOOD: Tuna / Sweetcorn /Peas / Soup /Ham / Spaghetti PUDDINGS: Rice / Custard / Fruit e.g. Pineapple DRINKS: Tea / Coffee / Fruit juice HOUSEHOLD ITEMS: Washing powder / Washing-up liquid / Soap, Shampoo, Shower Gel / Toilet rolls, Baby wipes, Nappies / Kitchen rolls SWEETS & TREATS: Box of Chocolates / Mince pies / Christmas pudding / Pringles / Crisps OTHER ITEMS: Crackers / Christmas items / Family gift packs / Toiletries gift packs Please give lovingly and generously. Many thanks. Murray
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Railway and Model Club What a start to the new activities year!! One of our first Wednesday night visitors was a top NI optician, known to the Rector, and some of our congregation, including myself. Geoff McConville came to see our railway layouts and join in the 'craic'. He also kept us amused with stories of some of the things which happened during his work with the film industry. We all enjoyed his visit and hope he will return in the not too distant future. A few weeks back I was contacted by Ken Powells, an old friend from St Bartholomew's Parish and one time member of the NI Tourist Board. Ken had a large amount of model 'stuff' and wanted to pass on a number of items to us. The items included a very large bag full of railway lines (straights and curves), another very large bag with left and right hand points, and a third very large bag full of buildings. Enough to build another layout!!! (We are wondering if the Vestry would mind if we ran the lines all the way up the corridor of the lower hall) The kindness and generosity of our friends never ceases to amaze us. Thank you so much, Ken. The big OO layout is moving on apace, and we hope to have new wiring and control units in place in the next few weeks. John Robb is drilling through the mountain, to complete the aqueduct. Soon we hope to have our town completed, and scenery boards will also be in place. The N gauge is almost finished and we will be showing this at the back of the church, within a few weeks.....watch this space. Keep ‘er rollin’! David
LADIES BOWLING CLUB Thirteen ladies including a new member came to the church hall on opening day and enjoyed a very happy afternoon's bowling. Tea and cake at half time accompanied by lots of chat proved a welcome break in activities. We welcome new players - all you need are a pair of flat shoes as we can provide bowls. No previous experience necessary. Helen Coates
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FROM THE REGISTERS Our Joys
Weddings
Saturday, 21st October
Charlotte Sara Howard and Patrick Alexander Knaggs 2 Thornely Park Service in St Columba’s conducted by Canon Ken Smyth
Gillian Margaret Carr and Peter Mark Armstrong 38 Circular Road Service in Dunluce Parish Church conducted by The Rector
Christian Burials
Thursday, 5th October
Our Sorrows Ruby Adeline Irwin 66 Sandown Road
NOVEMBER FLOWER ROTA Sunday 5 November
Carol Willis
Sunday 12th November
REMEMBRANCE
Sunday 19th November
Diana Noble
Sunday 26th November
Helen and John Proctor
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SIDESPERSON’S ROTA Sunday, 5th November
Moira Saunders and Jill Armstrong
Sunday, 12th November
Lilias Smith and Pauline Darke
Sunday, 19th November
Alison and Brian Acheson
Sunday, 26th November
Pam and Murray Hunter 11
SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday 5th November 10.30 am. Sunday 12th November 10.30 am. Sunday 19th November 9.30 am. Sunday 26th November 10.30 am.
All Age Worship School School and Crèche Family Communion Sunday School and Crèche
Congratulations to all the children who played an active part in our Harvest Service. The Harvest Samba was sung with wonderful enthusiasm - many thanks to Lynn Ryan for teaching and accompanying this. Well done to Katie and Hazel for the bible reading, also Emma, Lara, Rebecca and Hazel for the prayers. The notice boards at the West End of the church were decorated with items produced by Sunday school and were greatly admired. Joyce
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REGULAR GIVING THROUGH STANDING ORDER? As always, the Select Vestry remain extremely grateful for all financial contributions received from parishioners, by whatever means and for whatever purpose. In what remains a difficult financial climate, we are fortunate that our financial position remains sound: your generosity enables us to fund the ongoing running costs of the Parish whilst supporting a range of local and overseas charitable causes, and has allowed the Select Vestry to undertake a number of significant capital improvement projects over the past two years. Some 75% of the Parish’s regular giving is now received via standing order. This is a safe, regular and cost effective means of contribution with bank fees for automated transactions becoming significantly lower than those charged for over the counter lodgements. For these reasons, the finance committee would ask those of you who continue to use weekly freewill offering envelopes to consider switching to standing order. The Parish office can provide you with a simple form to complete and return to your bank – no more searching for change on a Sunday morning, less cash for volunteers to count, record and lodge on a weekly basis and (fingers crossed) a reduction in ongoing costs through lower bank fees and reduced requirement for weekly envelopes. Please contact Karen (9065 6891, Mon. – Fri. 9am- 1pm or email office@coiknock.org) if you would like to switch. With thanks for your continued support (through all sources). Gillian Sadlier Honorary Treasurer
MEN’S CLUB We were deeply saddened at the recent passing of our esteemed colleague Roy Templeton in September. A long standing member with an association of almost 40 years, he actively served and supported the club. He served as Chairman, Club Captain and Secretary and on many occasions as a committee member giving valuable input into the running of the club. Roy was indeed a gentleman who had time for everyone and particularly enjoyed the craic and the banter each Monday night. He enjoyed his bowls and the fellowship and friendships created inside and outside the club. Our thoughts are with Esther and the family circle at this time. By the time you read this article we will have played our first fixture of the season at Stormont Presbyterian on 23rd October. A full report will follow. John Robb
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CRAFT AND HOBBY CIRCLE What a wonderful start to our new session, we have now another two new members, Audrey and Doe and welcome them very warmly to our circle of friends. Audrey has begun knitting a throw and Doe was picking Robbie’s brains about the different types of patchwork. Norma has begun a tapestry/cross stitch cushion cover in the most amazing colours and Kyleen has commenced yet another tapestry canvas. Don’t worry, we still have time for lots of chat whetted with tea and coffee and look forward to seeing more of you on the 1st and 3rd Mondays from 10.30am and bring a friend. The warmth and friendship within our ‘Circle’ is wonderful and everybody is very welcome. Carol 9079 9997 / 07831 345560 or Email: pchwillis@hotmail.co.uk
PAUSE Summer has long gone! According to the horse chestnut trees in Crawfordsburn Country Park autumn is racing after summer. It is becoming darker earlier and the temperature is falling. There is change everywhere - except for PAUSE. An intrepid group of parishioners continue to meet at irregular intervals to share some chat over tea, coffee or lunch. The group continually changes as does the venue and the day. I always look forward to Pause to see who arrives. Last month we visited Binkys and The Old Mill. This month we are meeting for coffee at The Secret Garden. We are always made very welcome and for those who require some retail therapy there is an interesting shop and, of course, the garden centre. Tuesday 14th November at 10.30 for tea/coffee. Put this date in your diary! Pause is open to all and it would be great to see YOU there. Come on your own or with a friend - just turn up. If you require further details or help with transport please contact me. Eileen (028 9020 3684)
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Thought for the Month
It started a few years ago - I had applied to do a night time course in computerised accounts. I thought that this would be beneficial in the day-to-day running of our family business. The idea of going back to college, if I am honest, did make me slightly nervous. Questions like: I don’t know anyone?; how will I cope with the work load?; or what if I don’t understand the course at all? were all running through my head. Contrary to all these doubts, I completed the course.
I really enjoyed it - meeting new people from different backgrounds and walks of life, who were all in the same boat. After completing this study I found I had the bug to continue and study further. I then returned to college the next year to complete a two-year course in engineering which I studied part time. Once completed, I left full-time employment and pursued a degree at Queens University. I remember questioning had I made the right choice, I was just married and my wife and I had a baby on the way. But I always believed that it was the right thing to do. I was given a chance to make up for lost opportunities not taken at school. Then this year my wife and I made the decision to return to church. I remember calling in to the church office to see if we could come along on Sunday. Like the account course a few years earlier, I was concerned in case we did not know anyone or we did not fit in. After visiting the church office, the Rector called to our home to tell us more about the church. We immediately began to feel welcomed to St Columba’s. Since we have been going to church our daughter has been baptised. Sometimes it is easy to put things off and say I will do that later or maybe not at all. For me whether it is going back to full time education or church and rediscovering God - it is never too late. Richard Beattie Our sincere thanks to Richard for sharing this ‘Thought’ with us. The December ‘Thought for the Month’ will be written by Bill Taylor.
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LADIES GUILD Our first meeting of this year was not only fun but informative. Liam Logan grew up outside Dunloy in County Antrim and he refers to the area as "the name o the Hamely Tongue". A native speaker and promoter of Ulster Scots he sees it as an integral part of our shared linguistic and cultural heritage. I think you all know my background well enough now to know that there was little chance that I was going to understand much this evening. Born in Belfast City, with an English mother and Catholic education where I was taught Irish Gaelic but as the saying goes " it's not where you start from it's where you end up" so my sojourn in Southwest Scotland was my saving grace. Now I didn't understand everything Liam was saying but odd words had a close connection with rural Scots so things became a bit easier and I learnt that what I had always considered as a County Antrim dialect was actually a language. Liam kindly gave everyone present a copy of his book ' A Word of Ulster Scots' which is great fun to delve into, some of the meanings are hilarious. A topical rather than political observation, when will we ever learn to celebrate the wonderful diversities of Ulster from our varied but similar traditions to our languages and cultures. Liam's parting remark to me was that I was 'a gye dacent woman'. Does gye dacent mean what I think it means? Now for some "practical stuff". We will be serving coffee and tea after the 10.30am service on Sunday, 26th November to raise some extra funds for the S O S Bus. The results of the Christmas meal survey is, a two course dinner. This will be held this year at Knock Golf Club on Wednesday, 13th December 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Remember we are delighted to welcome friends and family too. Imelda
MUMS AND TOTS After a slow start all is now on track again with many new younger children as the older ones have moved on to nursery schools. As usual, the children are adorable and watching them learn to interact is so satisfying. Fortunately pancakes, cheese and fruit remain popular. We were very pleased to welcome a few new helpers to support the core team and hope they will enjoy it as much as we do. We have a stroller in very good condition for sale at only ÂŁ20. Let me know if anyone is interested. Anne 16
YOUTH ETC. The October meeting for Youth Etc. was at Knockbracken, Carryduff reservoir where we met for a session filled with a combination of kayaking and paddle boarding. We started with a short lesson to refresh our paddling skills and then the fun and games commenced. A hybrid game of dodgeball was played with people capsizing all over the pace when they tried to throw the ball. Next, we were split into two teams and had a relay race which was tight but Team 2 was victorious as Team 1 had a titanic moment when one of the kayaks filled with water causing it to capsize and the two occupants to get rather wet. This was then followed by a session on the paddle boards with two to a board. I have to admit that it was a struggle but enjoyable at the same time. The next event will be on Friday, 17th November, 10 pin bowling at the Dundonald Ice Bowl. New members are always very welcome to come along. Charles Auchmuty
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H ARVE ST
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St. Columba’s Children’s Christmas Party for members of our Sunday School,
Crèche, Youth ETC, Doves, Brownies and Mums & Tots
in the Church Hall Saturday, 2nd December 2017 3pm-5pm Greet our very special guest in church with Christmas songs… Parents: Please speak to a leader for more details!
J. WIPPELL & COMPANY LIMITED
Clerical Outfitters & Church Furnishings since 1789 CHURCH FURNISHINGS & CLERICAL ATTIRE DISPLAY in St. Columba’s on th Wednesday 15 November 10am – 5pm Thursday 16th November 9am – 3.30pm J. Wippell & Co. Ltd are our main suppliers of Church furnishings and Clerical Robes. We are very privileged to host them in our church following their attendance at the Church Life Conference in Belfast. They will be inviting Clergy to visit their display in St. Columba’s. This will be a wonderful opportunity for us to welcome many visitors to our beautiful church and to connect with our local community and beyond. Parishioners are most welcome to come along and visit the display. www.wippell.co.uk
On 3rd October a large number of MU members gathered in the church hall to hear Jacqui from Nature's Way in Ballyhackamore give a most informative talk. The interest in homeopathic remedies was evident by the number of questions being asked. Also during the evening the Enterprise stall did a brisk trade in diaries, cards etc. Our next meeting is on 7th November and this will be a visit from Colin Davies from Spud Bears ministry. He will give us an update on how his bears bring comfort and encouragement to children in hospital in Africa and his new ventures in Asia. Keep free - 5th December- an evening of Christmas fun, music and food in the hall. Joyce 20
PARISH ORGANISATIONS New members are always welcome at any of our organisations! Sunday
Monday
Sunday School Bubbles (3-5 years) Splash (5-8 years) X-treme (8-11 years) The Grid (11-14 years) Crèche
Craft and Hobby Circle Ladies Bowling MU Afternoon Group Mens’ Club
Tuesday
Ladies Badminton Ladies Badminton Activity Group Mothers’ Union
Wednesday
Brownies Doves Railway and Model Club Bible Study Group Ladies Guild
Thursday
Art Club Choir
Friday
Mums and Tots
Bi-monthly
Pause
Monthly
Youth Etc. (11-15 years) Young Families
2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays 10.30am
Superintendent: Joyce Stevenson 9058 3381
2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays
Lynn Ryan 07955 479065 Claire Hirst 07949 298473 1st and 3rd Monday each month Carol Willis 10.30am 9079 9997 2.00pm Helen Coates 9065 8977 2nd Monday each month 2.30pm Joy Montgomery 9029 5427 7.30pm John Robb 9058 1438 10.30am Gillian Popplestone 9080 3799 2.00pm Kyleen Clarke 9079 7155 Maureen Irwin Except 1st Tuesday 7.30pm 9079 5155 Barbara Laverty 1st Tuesday each month 8.00pm 9573 8743 6.30pm Amanda Fee 07739 039750 6.30pm Rachael Leacock 07891 714119 7.00pm David Beattie 9028 5868 7.30pm Eileen Anderson 9020 3684 Imelda Shepherd 3rd Wednesday each month 7.45pm 9079 7683 9.30am Billy Nelson 9048 3889 7.30pm Dr Joe McKee 07976 294574 10.00am Anne Clarke 9065 1412 As arranged Eileen Anderson 9020 3684 As arranged David Kelly 9079 6658 Social events as arranged Emma Macpherson 9028 2076
Requests for the occasional use of the church halls must be submitted to the Premise’s Convenor.
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WHO’S WHO IN ST. COLUMBAS Parish website: www.coiknock.org
Rector
The Reverend Canon John R Auchmuty
St. Columba’s Rectory 29 Kings Road BT5 6JG 028 9047 1514 johnauchmuty@yahoo.com
The Reverend Canon Ken Smyth
3 Mount Royal Bangor BT20 3BG 028 9145 8706
The Reverend Canon Walter Laverty
6, Hanwood Heights Dundonald BT16 1XU 028 9573 8743
Diocesan Lay Reader
Karen McAlpine
readercolumba@gmail.com
Rector’s Churchwarden
Jonathan Stewart
028 9041 0514
People’s Churchwarden
John Kerr
028 9076 0027
Assistant Priests
Junior Churchwardens
Sarah Craig and Grace Owens
Rector’s Glebewarden
Jim Stevenson
028 9058 3381 07973 392448
People’s Glebewarden
Mark Reid
028 9028 4367 07810 648167
Honorary Sexton
John Proctor
028 9087 0526 07989 469773
Select Vestry
Rector, Churchwardens, Glebewardens, Honorary Secretary, Honorary Treasurer, Assistant Honorary Treasurer, Suzanne Allen, Richard Caldwell, David Craig, Andrew Ellis, Andrew Hirst, Elizabeth Leonard, Mark Ryan, Moira Saunders, Mark Wilson
Honorary Secretary
John Macpherson
10 Sandhill Gardens BT5 6FF 028 9028 2076 jdmacpherson@hotmail.com
Honorary Treasurer
Gillian Sadlier
70 Kensington Road BT5 6NG 028 9040 3278
Assistant Honorary Treasurer
Victor Dukelow
028 9029 0625
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Gift Aid Secretary
Jack Dunlop
028 9065 4103
Parochial Nominators
Victor Dukelow, Patrick Good, Elizabeth Leonard, Linda Wilson
Diocesan Synod members
Patrick Good, Elizabeth Leonard Hollie Wilson (under 30)
Organist and Choral Director
Dr Joe McKee
07976 294574
Assistant Organist
Brian Clements
028 9079 3641
Sidesperson’s rota Co-ordinator
Rosemary Coffey
028 9754 2198
Crèche rota Co-ordinator
Lynn Ryan
07955 479065
Magazine Editor
Billy McAlpine
028 9042 4390 colmaged@outlook.com
Parish Webmaster
Ivan Roche
028 9514 0141 ivan.roche@me.com
C of I Gazette Distributor
Moranne Noad
028 9079 3704
Bible Reading Fellowship notes
Evan Preston
028 9048 9884
Church flowers
Eleanor Launchbury
028 9028 1204
Premise’s Convenor
Stewart Beckwith
028 9048 6622
Crucifer
Mark Laverty
028 9573 8743
Parish Office Administrator/ Financial Giving Secretary
Karen Patterson Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am-1.00pm
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028 9065 6891 office@coiknock.org
CHURCH CAR PARKING When parking to go to church services or Parish Organisations please be sensitive to the residents in the local community by taking care not to block entrances or pavements. Thank you!
Facebook St Columba’s Parish Church is now on Facebook. ‘Like’ our page to see updates on events, services and photos. Search coiknock on Facebook or Messenger to find us easily. For those who are new to St Columba’s and would like more information about the life and membership of the parish, please give your name and phone number to our Churchwardens or contact the Parish Office during office hours Monday-Friday, 9.00am-1.00pm on 028 9065 6891.
Pastoral Care: If anyone has a pastoral concern and would like to
speak to someone, please contact the Rector (028 9047 1514) or Canon Ken Smyth (028 9145 8706).
SAFEGUARDING TRUST The Rector, Select Vestry and parish leaders are committed to upholding good practice in the parish’s ministry with children and young people. Should you have cause for concern or suspicion regarding child welfare in the parish, please contact: The Rector...........................................................028 9047 1514 Patrick Good.......................................................028 9065 6908 Elizabeth Leonard............................................028 9065 3162