The Columban Installation of the Reverend Canon John Aucmucty
st. columba’s church, knock, february 2017
Rector’s Letter
Dear Parishioner,
THE REGISTER OF VESTRY MEMBERS During this month, the Register of Vestry Members is open for review and is also available for inspection from the Churchwardens. The Register is separate from the Parish Database and those whose names appear on it are eligible, subject to their consent at the Annual Easter Vestry Meeting, for nomination and election to the Select Vestry. In addition, those parishioners are entitled to vote at the elections during the Annual Easter Vestry Meeting. If your name is not already on the Register of Vestry Members and you wish to have it added, you are required to: •
Be over 18 years of age
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Be a contributor to church funds in a recognised form (Free Will Offering Envelopes or Standing Order). Please contact the Parish Administrator, Karen Patterson (02890 656891) if you wish to support the work of St Columba’s in this way.
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Sign a Form of Declaration, which can be obtained from the Churchwardens, Andrew Hirst or Andrew Ellis. These forms need to be returned to them by 12noon on Tuesday 28th February 2017.
The Annual Review of the Register of Vestry Members will take place at a meeting of the Select Vestry at 7.30pm on Tuesday 28th February in the Rectory. St Columba’s, along with other parishes, is now registered as an individual charity with the Charity Commission (N.I.). As a recent communication from the Diocesan Office stated:
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“Each member of the Select Vestry is considered as a Trustee of their parish – that is nothing new in terms of their responsibilities, it is just that these have been formalised under charity legislation”. The Supplementary Guidance on Charity Trustees provides this additional information for your assistance: Anyone who is elected as a member of a Select Vestry must not be disqualified from being a trustee of a charity. Those disqualified under the Charities Act from acting as a trustee are anyone who: • Has been convicted of an offence involving deception or dishonesty, unless the conviction is spent conviction under to Rehabilitation of Offenders (NI) Order 1978. • Is an undischarged bankrupt or has made a voluntary arrangement with creditors • Has previously been removed as a trustee by the Commission or by the Court • Is subject to disqualification under company legislation. It is the responsibility of anyone who might fall into any of these categories, not to make themselves available for election to the Select Vestry. Please give this important matter careful, prayerful consideration during these weeks. I encourage you to actively serve your parish as a Registered Vestry Member if you satisfy the above criteria and guidelines. 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 FEBRUARY Thursday 2nd 10.30am
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry
Sunday 5th 8.15am
The Fourth Sunday before Lent (Green) Holy Communion Reader Joe McKee 1 Corinthians 2: 1-12 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 5: 13-20 Intercessions Karen McAlpine
10.30am 7.00pm
All Age Worship and Holy Baptism followed by refreshments Reader Adam Moore Matthew 5: 13-20 Choral Evensong Reader Reader
Linda Wilson Linda Wilson
Judges 5 Mark 1: 29-39
Thursday 9th 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday 12th 8.15am
(White)
(Green)
The Third Sunday before Lent (Green) Holy Communion Reader Ronny Martin 1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 5: 21-37
10.30am Holy Communion Reader Roberta Rogers 1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 5: 21-37 Intercessions Marie McCordick 7.00pm Compline Reader Fiona Haldane Mark 1: 40-45 Thursday 16th (Green) 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry Sunday 19th 8.15am
The Second Sunday before Lent (Green) Holy Communion Reader Billy McAlpine Romans 8: 18-25 Gospel Clergy Matthew 6: 25-34 4
9.30am 10.30am
Family Communion Gospel Sophia Irwin
7.00pm
Holy Communion Reader Noel Higginson Gospel Karen McAlpine Preacher Karen McAlpine
Matthew 6: 25-34
Morning Prayer followed by refreshments hosted by MU Afternoon Group Reader Elizabeth Leonard Genesis 1: 1- 2: 3 Reader Elizabeth Leonard Matthew 6: 25-34 Occasional Prayers Karen McAlpine Revelation 4 Luke 12: 16-31
Thursday 23rd 10.30am Holy Communion followed by refreshments in the Choir Vestry
(Green)
Sunday 26th 8.15am
The Sunday before Lent (White) Transfiguration Holy Communion Reader Billy Nelson 2 Peter 1: 16-21 Gospel Karen McAlpine Matthew 17: 1-9 Intercessions Karen McAlpine
10.30am
Holy Communion Reader David Craig Gospel Karen McAlpine Intercessions Barbara Laverty
2 Peter 1: 16-21 Matthew 17: 1-9
7.00pm
Evening Prayer Reader Jill Gillespie Reader Jill Gillespie Occasional Prayers Noel Higginson
2 Kings 2: 1-12 Matthew 17: 9-23
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 Muriel Arndell (9065 5500). The readings are from Year C of the Revised Common Lectionary and are printed on our parish website: www.coiknock.org
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SIDESPERSON’S ROTA 5th February
The Sadlier family
12th February
Eileen Anderson and Ann Mc Garvey
19 February
Lindsay Brown and Maureen Irwin
26th February
Caroline and Noel Higginson
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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 February: Rector
Canon Ken Smyth
Knockburn Park
Knockdene Park South
Knockcastle Park
Knockdene Park North
Knockdarragh Park
Knockhill Park
Knockland Park
Knocklofty Park
Hospital Visiting The Clergy would appreciate being informed of any 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. Please do not assume the Clergy already know the information as situations change and there have been occasion when they have not been informed. Please telephone the Rector (9047 1514) or Canon Ken Smyth (9145 8706) to enable them to take careful note of the details. Thank you.
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FLOWER ROTA FEBRUARY 2017 Sunday 5th .........................................................Brenda Clingen Sunday 12th............................................................ Vi McMeekin Sunday 19th .................................................... Marie McCordick Sunday 26th ...........................................................Wendy Killen
CHURCH FLOWERS I should like to record my sincere thanks to those ladies and gentlemen who so willingly gave of their time to help me in with the decoration of the church for the Christmas Services and the subsequent clear-up on 5th January. It was indeed a case of ‘many hands make light work’ and the task was completed in record time on both occasions. Parishioners are reminded about the ‘Flower Rota’ which can be found on the noticeboard adjacent to the Baptistry. There are still quite a few dates to fill for this year and if you wish to remember a special date, event or loved one by placing flowers at the Main Table please add your name against the date of your choice. Flowers may be placed on the small ‘Memorial table’ near the side chapel at any time. Just give me a ring to arrange a date. I am usually at the Church each Saturday morning between 10.30 and 11.30 and will gladly give any assistance required. Thank you Eleanor
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From the Registers Our Joys Holy Baptism Sunday 18th December
Erin Frances Ford 10 Cabin Hill Park
Our Sorrows Christian Burials Friday 23rd December
Betsy Muir 64 Shandon Park
Thursday 29th December Tuesday 3rd January
George Samuel Lockhart
Tuesday 17th January
Doreen Beatrice Thompson 19 Barnetts Road
Leslie Philip Noble 2b Knockdarragh Park
CRAFT & HOBBY CIRCLE We start this year with a clean slate and at the moment have no specific project. What would you like to do, any ideas? I do know the hospitals are looking for hats for new-borns, not just premmies, so maybe we could knit or crochet some of these. If you are unable to make these yourself maybe encourage friends to make them for us to distribute. Easter chicks or other novelty egg covers are also popular. I have easy to knit patterns for hats, teddies, chicks, etc, if anybody would like one please be in touch. We are fortunate in having such a warm and friendly group and I would encourage others to join us, not just to craft but, more importantly, to enjoy the company, chat and a ‘cuppa’ for an hour or so. See you again on 6th February. Carol
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Sunday, 5th March 11.00am All Age Worship followed by
Parish Lunch in the Church Hall Come along and join us! Admission: Voluntary contributions in aid of the Church Hall Refurbishment Fund. Tickets, for catering purposes only, available from the back of church. 9
Thought for the Month
For over a month now I have been attempting to put pen to paper and write “My thought for the month” however my many attempts have all ended crumpled up in the waste paper bin... the ideas I had never seemed so good on paper. “What Luck” I had this morning when talking to a friend and we discussed the road of life and the many choices along that road that we come to and depending on the direction we take our life’s path is formed and there is no turning back. That made me think of “What Luck” I have had. Born to loving parents in the early years of WW2 they gave me everything they could, a happy comfortable home, a good education, great support and a wide circle of family and friends. “What Luck” I had on leaving school at sixteen and going to sea as a Midshipman in the Merchant Navy. “What Luck” I then had when my father decided that the future at sea was somewhat uncertain and he cancelled my Indentures and I came home and studied for my Bank Exams. I was then lucky to get a job with the Belfast Banking Co Ltd starting in Portrush where I was for two great years. Then on returning closer to Belfast I was able to join the Royal Naval Reserve and serve for over ten years enjoying many exciting times attached to various Naval ships and shore establishments. “What Luck” I had in all the branches of the Bank I was posted to in Northern Ireland and all the friends and colleagues I met until I finally retired in 1998. “What Luck” and great good fortune I had when I married Anne, the love of my life, having two beautiful daughters and the very many happy times we all had together. They in turn have successful careers and great husbands and I now have five marvellous grandchildren. I am so proud of them all and feel I am so lucky that we are all so close and enjoy so very many happy times together. “What Luck” to have met so many lovely people and being able to get involved in so many sports and organisations over the years and still to have a great interest in rugby and sailing. I always enjoy my regular visits to Coleraine and Dungannon RFC’s and the Perennials RFC, RUYC and Rotary keep me in touch with friends, sailors and players of my own vintage. I was lucky enough to own a yacht for many years and still enjoy sailing albeit it now in warmer waters chartering a large yacht with five or six of my pals for a couple of weeks every year. Also “What Luck” and good fortune to have had and enjoyed so many great holidays all over the years. Naturally we all have set-backs in life but I feel we must continue to concentrate on the positives. So is it really “good luck” or some other benevolent power overseeing these decisions or indeed are they the same thing? I know what I believe so let us all start 2017 by counting our blessings and thanking God for his guidance. Jack Dunlop Our sincere thanks to Jack Dunlop for sharing his ‘Thought’ with us. The March ‘Thought for the Month’ will be written by Jenny Smyth.
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PAUSE Winter has arrived! The temperature has dropped, the strength of the wind has risen dramatically and snow is imminent. It is only 11th January. Regardless of these minor drawbacks PAUSE continues as usual for those of us who have free time and enjoy our coffee with some company. If you would like to come along you will be very welcome. There is no membership, no programme and no commitment. Some folk call in for a quick chat between other arrangements while others linger and enjoy the morning. I linger. This month we plan to meet on: Friday, 3rd February, 10.30am in Binkies for tea/coffee and Tuesday, 21st February, 10.30am in The Park Avenue Hotel for tea/coffee I look forward to meeting with you at one or both of these venues. Come on your own or bring a friend or two. If you need further details or help with transport please contact me. I hope that we all enjoy a healthy and happy 2017. Eileen 9020 3684
Art Club Art Club members were very sad to hear that Leslie Noble had died on 28th December 2016. He had been a member of the Club for many years and was a prolific and talented painter producing beautiful landscapes. Unfortunately latterly his illness prevented him from attending. We miss him, his kindness, cheerfulness and advice. Our sympathies go to his wife Diana and all the family. Our Easter term has started and will continue until 6th April 2017. We hope to attend some of the ‘Exhibition on Screen’ films, about famous artists, to be held in the Dundonald Omniplex. Vida
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Doves The first photograph shows the Doves at the Christmas tree which we decorated and the second some of the beautiful handmade decorations we crafted to go on to it. Hope to see you soon, Moira
Men’s Club HAPPY NEW YEAR Out with old and in with the new. We had a very successful start to the first half our season. Prior to the festive break we had our first match and we were also involved in the very successful Christmas Tree Festival. We enjoyed our usual Christmas fun competition on the 19th Dec. Many thanks to our Captain, Stewart Beckwith, for organising the games and also a big thank you to Alan Rogers for the enjoyable supper. Congratulations go to our prize winners on the night, Jim Stevenson, Paddy Malone and Dr Billy Nelson. We are now focusing on honing our skills for the visit of Knock Methodist bowlers on the 23rd January. The next fixture will then be our visit to St Colmcilles on the 16th February. We will be holding our social night on the 13th February when we invite friends and family along to the hall to join us. This is also an open invite to any parishioner who might like to come along. Just contact me on 07956061929 if interested. Until next time, John 12
Happy New Year From the Brownies ! We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. The Brownies have been out and about and visited Aunt Sandra’s Candy shop where they learned how sweets are made and we also learned a bit of local history as well. Of course they were given some goody bags of sweeties to take home for their mums and dads lol. The girls were inspired by their visit to the sweet shop and used different sweets to bake a Christmas snowman treat, they turned out really well and were surprisingly easy to do. While the Brownies have been busy baking I have been busy cooking up my own little treat and I am very pleased to announce a new Brownie of the future was born on Thursday 8th December, quite a few days late and weighing 8lb 11 oz, meet Abbie! Lots of fun to look forward to with our visit to the Pantomime in the Opera House and getting our new Brownies prepared for their Enrolment. Looking forward to getting back to the fun. Amanda
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Railway and Model Club Happy New Year to one and all. We started the 2017 programme with the completion of the picturesque Columba Park. Our photograph shows the park, which lies close to Columba Railway Station, and the hill farm. Park benches are provided for any of our 00 scale residents who wish to stroll around the park and the lake. Our bird population includes swans, ducks and even some geese. The park is the creation of John Robb, who now also acts as resident Park Ranger. The park is open, most Wednesdays, from 7:00 til 9:30p.m. Our village is also expanding and a number of hedgerows have appeared around the Rector’s Retreat, the Garage (Beckwith’s Fill-up) and the local shop (Wallet Watchers). The Kensington Viaduct nears completion with a couple of longboats already in use. Do you really want to keep going without seeing village life at it’s best? Why not come down some Wednesday and see us at work......you might want to join in the fun and control your own train running around the layout!! On 15th February we are to have Robin Haldane speak to us about the Railway Preservation group at Downpatrick. Robin, one of our basses in the Church Choir, is responsible for the permanent way on the railway and we are delighted that he will talk to us about the preservation work on that line. What’s ‘permanent way’? Why not pop down and find out! That is all for this month, so ...keep ‘er rollin’, till next time. David
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Sunday School 5th February.................................................. 10.30am All Age Worship 12th February.................................................. 10.30am Sunday School 19th February..........................................
9.30am
26th February..................................................
Family Communion
10.30am Sunday School
Thanks to everyone who helped in anyway with the children’s Christmas party - a wonderful time was had by all who attended. Well done to all the Sunday school children who did readings and prayers over the Christmas period. We had a large group singing ‘Away in a Manger’ on Christmas morning. We would welcome the children of any new families to the church to join us in Sunday school. Joyce Stevenson
The Rector has changed his email address with immediate effect. His new email address is:
johnauchmuty@yahoo.com Don’t forget to add this to your phones, tablets and computers as soon as possible. Please do not try to contact the Rector using his old email address. Thank you! 15
INSTALLATION IN DOWN CATHEDRAL A large congregation gathered in a beautifully refurbished Down Cathedral on the evening of Friday, 2nd December, to witness and celebrate the installation of the Reverend John Auchmuty, Rector of St. Columba’s Parish Church, Knock, as Prebendary of Talpestone, Canon of Down Cathedral. The ancient stalls were filled to capacity not only with parishioners from St. Columba’s, but also with those from the Reverend Auchmuty’s former parishes of St. Mark’s, Dundela, where he first served as Curate, then as Rector of Killylea, diocese of Armagh, and Killaney and Carryduff, diocese of Down and Dromore. The service was conducted by the Dean of Down Cathedral, the Very Reverend Henry Hull, ably assisted by the Reverend Canons Ken Smyth and Walter Laverty in the presence of the Bishop of Down and Dromore, the Right Reverend Harold Miller. Many of the Rector’s clergy colleagues, including brother-in-law, the Reverend Canon Peter McDowell, Rector of Ballywillan, also friends and family members, as well as wife Caroline, sons Charles and Henry, father Denzil and the Rector’s sisters, Claire and Dawn, and her son, Luke, were present, travelling from as far afield as Galway, Portrush, Armagh, Dublin and Cork, as well as locally from Belfast and surrounds. Under the direction of Dr Joe McKee and accompanied by Michael McCracken on organ, the combined choirs of Down Cathedral and St. Columba’s provided a magnificent musical backdrop from on high as the congregation participated enthusiastically in a series of uplifting hymns that would indeed have raised the rafters of the venerable old structure, had there been any. Former Primate of Armagh, the Right Reverend Lord Eames, preached an inspirational sermon, and described John, 16
Caroline, Charles and Henry as the model Rectory family who worked tirelessly for the parish. The service of installation was conducted in an atmosphere of simplicity and informal dignity, followed by a celebration of Holy Communion. Yet members of the congregation were only too aware of the tragic and sudden passing of the Rector’s mother, Brenda, exactly three weeks earlier, poignantly referred to by the Dean, the Right Reverend Lord Eames and Bishop Harold, as well as the Rector himself in his gracious address of thanks at the close of the evening. As the formal proceedings drew to a conclusion, Bishop Harold led the congregation in a spontaneous and prolonged round of applause on behalf of the new Prebendary of Talpestone, which, as the Bishop commented, spoke volumes for the affection and high esteem in which he was held by all present. Canon Auchmuty greeted and thanked each member of the congregation personally as they moved from the main body of the Cathedral into the Narthex to enjoy a sumptuous spread of homemade fare and refreshments. Much banter and convivial fellowship abounded as old acquaintances were renewed and new ones struck up, until it was time for the ancient wooden doors to swing shut as the congregation departed for home, by coach as well as by car, after a truly memorable occasion of great joy, celebration and ceremony that will resonate long with all who were privileged to attend. Ian Noad
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Mothers’ Union December and January were busy months for St Columba’s Mothers’ Union members. We held our Christmas dinner at The Secret Garden on 8th December, when we enjoyed a lovely meal in beautiful surroundings. We also launched our 2017 programme following the Mothers’ Union theme for the year of “Faith in Action”. Our meeting on 3rd January was a Beetle Drive followed by supper. Members who attended will confirm that this was a fun evening, a notable feature being the flexible interpretation of what constituted a complete beetle-six legs or four? Our next meeting is on 7th February and our speaker is Maureen Magennis, who will be sharing her experiences as a tour guide for foreign visitors and tourists, including passengers on the many cruise ships which visit Belfast. This promises to be a very entertaining meeting, and all members and parishioners are welcome to attend. Membership subscriptions for 2017 are now due. We have held the annual subscription at £20, out of which we have to pay £18 per member to Mothers’ Union central funds. Please bring any outstanding subscriptions to our February meeting. Finally, our March meeting is our Projects and Overseas meeting. We will be packing hospital soap bags and ask members to supply the following for each bag: small toothpaste, toothbrush, small soap, facecloth, comb, small packet of paper hankies and pen. Small travel bottles of shampoo and shower gel can also be included. Hotel size toiletries are very suitable. For those who enjoy knitting, sewing and crafts we can provide patterns for teddies, chicks, Easter egg baskets, Cross in my Pocket, hat & scarf, fiddle blanket, etc. These items will be used for Diocesan projects which include support for Women’s Aid and female prisoners at Hydebank. If you wish to help please contact any committee member. Katrina/Jill
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Activity Group With all the excitement of Christmas behind us it will be good to be back in the hall for some exercise after all the lovely food that has been consumed over the holiday period. Talking about food all the group enjoyed a delicious meal and evening at Neil’s Hill, Ballyhackamore for our Annual Christmas Dinner on 13th December, 2016. See you each Tuesday, 7.30pm in the hall. Maureen
Afternoon Group The December meeting was a Christmas lunch in the choir vestry. Homemade soup was accompanied by wheaten bread and rolls generously supplied by the Golden Crumb. Turkey and ham with assorted salads were then followed by pavlova. Mince pies and Christmas cake with tea or coffee followed. Laurence from Engage with Age provided an entertaining Christmas quiz and left Keep Warm packs for everyone at the lunch. The afternoon finished with Brian Clements accompanying us on the piano as we raised the roof with some Christmas songs and carols. My thanks to everyone who contributed to making the afternoon such a success. We raised ÂŁ105 toward the Church Refurbishment Fund. At the January meeting we welcomed John Cochrane as our speaker. He told us about his life in the Rag Trade and entertained us with stories of a bygone age. John joined us for afternoon tea and the ladies reminisced about visits to his shop. The next meeting will be on Monday, 13th February at 2.30pm in the choir vestry. All ladies will be made most welcome, so please come and join us. Joy
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Ladies Guild 2017, where does the time go, it seems no time at all since we celebrated the Millennium. A quick look back now to November 2016 when we enjoyed a visit from Barbara Long who transformed the Choir Vestry into a very upmarket boutique!! Barbara, who was born in Canada, spent twelve years in Africa with her missionary parents. She later became a nurse and returned to Africa where she overcame many obstacles. While back in Canada on sick leave she met her husband to be, another missionary, and she travelled with him until he came home to Northern Ireland to retire. Barbara started making jewellery and uses her profits to send medicines to her old hospital in Loloma to supplement their meagre supplies. After hearing Barbara’s story we enjoyed shopping for Christmas presents. In December we had our Christmas Dinner at Shandon Golf Club, once again enjoyed by all. We are grateful to the Rector and Caroline for joining us and sharing in all the fun and fellowship. We are always delighted to welcome new faces so perhaps you have a friend who might enjoy coming to our film evening on Wednesday 15th February. Oh and don’t forget to bring in those Christmas stamps you have saved for the Leprosy Society. Imelda
MARCH PARISH MAGAZINE
Any articles or photographs for publication in the March parish magazine should be handed or e-mailed to the editor, Billy McAlpine, by Wednesday, 8th February. His contact details are:10 Old Quay Court, Holywood BT18 0HT Tel: 9042 4390 Email: colmaged@outlook.com
We all 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 20
CHURCH CAR PARKING As our winter season of Church Services and Parish Organisations are now well under way, 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 21
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 & Tots
Bi-monthly
Toddler Soccer (3-5 years) 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 1st and 3rd Monday each month Carol Willis 10.30am 9079 9997 2.00pm Phyllis Newton 9048 2113 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 Except 1st Tuesday Maureen Irwin 7.30pm 9079 5155 1st Tuesday each month Katrina Dukelow 8.00pm 9029 0625 6.30pm Amanda Fee 07739 039750 6.30pm Moira Saunders 07739 041392 7.00pm David Beattie 9028 5868 7.30pm Eileen Anderson 9020 3684 3rd Wednesday each month Imelda Shephard 7.45pm 9079 7683 9.30am Billy Nelson 9048 3889 7.30pm Dr Joe McKee 07976 294574 9.45am Anne Clarke 9065 1412 3.45 - 4.30pm Tim Wareing 07740 120788 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.co.uk
The Reverend Canon Ken Smyth
3 Mount Royal Bangor BT20 3BG 028 9145 8706
The Reverend Canon Walter Laverty
6, Hanwood Heights Dundonald 028 95738743
Diocesan Lay Reader
Karen McAlpine
readercolumba@gmail.com
Diocesan Lay Reader (Emeritus)
Bryn Harris
028 9187 8816
Rector’s Churchwarden
Andrew Hirst
028 9065 8785
People’s Churchwarden
Andrew Ellis
07920 112818
Assistant Priests
Junior Churchwardens
Henry Auchmuty, Jonathan Kelly
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, David Craig, Helen Donaghy, Jill Gillespie, Patrick Good, John Macpherson, Mark Ryan, Moira Saunders, Mark Wilson
Honorary Secretary
Elizabeth Leonard
28 Knockdene Park South BT5 7AB 028 9065 3162 elizabeth.leonard@me.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
Ronny Martin
028 9079 0821 07526 396838 ronny.martin@sky.com
Parochial Nominators
Victor Dukelow, Patrick Good, Elizabeth Leonard, Moranne Noad
Diocesan Synod members
Patrick Good, Moranne Noad, Ross Thompson (under 30)
Organist and Choral Director
Dr Joe McKee
07976 294574
Assistant Organist
Brian Clements
028 9079 3641
Reader’s and Intercessor’s Co-ordinator
Muriel Arndell
028 9065 5500
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 9513 8743
Parish Office Administrator/ Financial Giving Secretary
Karen Patterson Office hours: Monday to Friday 9.00am – 1.00pm
028 9065 6891 office@coiknock.org
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