Radcliffe on Trent Methodist
Monthly Newsletter (Cross Section)
Cotgrave
Minister Rev Janet Tanner 01949 836259
Lettings Eileen Taylor 0115 9893784
Services start at 10.30am unless otherwise stated
6th May Rev. Janet Tanner General Church Meeting
13th May Gareth Baron Worship Together
20th May Jean Smith
27th May Rev. Janet Tanner Holy Communion
Cotgrave Community website
On the new Community web site for Cotgrave (www.cotgravecommunity.com) Cotgrave Methodist Church is now represented in the ‘Groups’ section. We are hoping to include details of Church events, photos, comments etc. Join today!
Please note; Cotgrave Community website is for residents who want to connect with their local community.
Prayer Day - Saturday 19th May
We are planning a ‘prayer walk‘ day out in the Peak District, Derbyshire. All are welcome to join us and transport may be available from the Church.
For further details contact Heather on 078311 878 58 or heather_louise_taylor@yahoo.co.uk Alternatively, please visit the Cotgrave Methodist Church group at www.cotgravecommunity.com
Open Door
The first Saturday of every month (5th May) Come and join us for Coffee and chat 10.30am-12.00.
Breakfast with God
Every Sunday morning from 9am – 10.15am for all young people aged 10 and over. Share breakfast, Bible readings, thoughts and prayers together before worship.
Now at GRANNIES!
Junior Church
Our Junior Church meets every Sunday morning (except for the second week of the month when we all worship together). All children under 11 are welcome to join. (Over 11s come to Breakfast with God and then join the whole church for worship).
Transform
Meets every Tuesday during term time in the Methodist Community Hall (behind the church) from 3.30pm – 5pm for year 6 children. Further details are available from our Youth Evangelist, Gareth Baron (07988 152 468)
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Meets every Tuesday during term time in the Methodist Community Hall (behind the church) from 5 – 6.30pm for anyone aged 11 - 14. Further details are available from our Youth Evangelist, Gareth Baron (07988 152 468)
ClaYFroG
Cotgrave Youth Fellowship Group meets on a Monday evening from 6 – 8pm for all Christians aged 11 – 16 years. Further details are available from our Youth Evangelist, Gareth Baron (07988 152 468)
Bible Studies
Led by Mike Chadderton at 7.30pm on alternating Tuesday evenings at 30 Mill Lane, the home of Jean Rutherford. For more information/lifts, contact Jean on 989 0355. A warm welcome is extended to all.
Women’s Group
Meet each Wednesday at 2pm for fellowship, discussion and prayer with a variety of speakers in the vestry. There is always a welcome for new members. For further details please contact Jean Rutherford 989 0355.
Care Home Service
Meet at Eton Park Care Home, Owthorpe Road, Cotgrave on the 3rd Thursday in the month (17th May) at 2pm. Service led by Rev. Janet Tanner, all welcome.
Prayer Chain
Prayer messages are passed down this chain of church friends by phone. To start a prayer chain message please contact Jean Rutherford 989 0355.
Grannies
Explore Christian discipleship every Thursday evening at 7.30p.m. in Grannies. All are welcome. Contact Louise Beaumont on 07815 803 837
THE CHURCH
AT GAMSTON
Services for May 2012
Sunday Services start at 10.00am, in the Village
Hall unless otherwise stated
6 May R Farrow
13 May C Ford (HC)
20 May R Weir
27 May South Trent @ Clifton
Toddler Plus
An initiative from The Parish Council, The Church at Gamston & Sure Start. Weekly sessions in term time for babies to pre-schoolers, their parents and carers on Monday mornings, and Friday mornings at The Village Hall. Contact Janet Tanner on 01949 836 259
Time Out for Women
Meet up with old friends and new. Activities and speakers. Every 1st Tuesday at the Village Hall, 10.30am hosted by Pauline Willson
For more information contact Janet Tanner on 01949 836 259
Prayer
Pierrepont Gamston Prayer Group Come along to pray for the Pierrepont Gamston Primary School on the second Wednesday of every month at the school, 9.00-9.30am. More information from Andy Harris: 854 7511
School Based Clubs
Pierrepont Gamston Primary School Christian Club, every Monday, 12.30- 1.10pm
Abbey Road Primary School Christian Club, every Tuesday 12.30-1.15pm
Edwalton Primary School, every Friday 12.30-1.15pm
Contact Andy Harris: 854 7511
RADCLIFFE-ON-TRENT
Services for May 2012
(Morning Services start at 10.00am)
Preachers
| 6th May | Loraine Mellor Flower Festival 6:30pm Janet Tanner Songs of Praise
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| 13th May | Janet Tanner Holy Communion |
| 20th May | |
| 27th May |
Door Stewards
| 6th May | Gillian Walls and Elaine Upton |
| 13th May | Alwyn Brown and Maureen Dolby |
| 20th May | Thelma and Mal Akers |
| 27th May | Deanne Stevenson and Peggy Jones |
Coffee Rota
| 6th May | Yvonne and John Ellison |
| 13th May | Betty Connoly, Nan Westwood and Deanne Stevenson |
| 20th May | Alwyn Brown, Eileen Threadgold and Ann Mills |
| 27th May | Joan Costa, Jane James and Alan Taylor |
Flower Rota
| 6th May | FLOWER FESTIVAL |
| 13th May | Joe Burrows |
| 20th May | Rita Daniel |
| 27th May | Denise Worrall |
M.E.G. (Monday Evening Group – worship, Bible study, prayer and friendship)
MEG meet at 8.00pm on first Monday of the month at 26 Water Lane, the home of the Layhe family, however please note May’s meeting will be a week earlier on Monday 30th April. June’s meeting is also a week early on Monday 28th May.
Little Angels
Parent / Carer, Baby and Toddler Group 0-5 years. Every Wednesday at the church in term time, 9:15am till 11.00am. £1.00 per family, includes tea / coffee and squash, fruit and biscuits, craft activity.
Further details from Suzie Matthews (910 7130).
Tuesday Club 1st, 15th and 29th May
For all children aged 5 - 11years. Bible based activities, including games, craft, cooking, singing, drama, quizzes, and more… from after school to 5.00pm, every other Tuesday in term time.
YOUR help would be incredibly useful! If you could give a monthly or termly commitment to support the leaders and children at this BUSY Club that runs from 3.15 to 5.00pm in term time, please contact Janet Tanner on 01949 836 259 or Andy Harris on 0115 854 7511.
Tuesday Group
Food for Thought
Thursday 3rd May 12.15pm . All are welcome – anyone of any age – to come along and enjoy a simple lunch and a pause for thought, in good company and a friendly atmosphere. Further information from Jean Smith
“Footsteps - a meeting place for all; all are welcome.”
On Monday 16th April 21 of us met for lunch at the Manvers Arms and enjoyed good food and company. Thanks to Graham for looking after us so well.
On Tuesday 15th May at 7.30pm we will be attending the Radcliffe Drama Group production of “The Noble Spaniard” by Somerset Maughan at the Grange Hall.
Women’s Own at 2.00pm
8th May – Visit from Stamford’s Women’s Own Group
22nd – Talk from the Rev Jeff Bramley
Both talks at 2pm in the school room.
Christine Anderson 8450433
Friday Morning Communion service
We will gather in the Prayer Room at 9.30am on Friday 11th May led by the Rev Janet Tanner to share in worship and quiet reflection together around the Lord’s Table. “All are welcome.”
Community Cafe Saturday 12th May – in aid of Christian Aid
9:30 – 12noon @ Methodist Church Hall
• Fun craft-work shop for children
• Fairtrade beverages, homemade cakes
• Browse the Traidcraft stall
• Relaxed, family friendly atmosphere
Any donations of cakes are always greatly appreciated. Contact Wendy Layhe 8450208 or Rachael Glover 07817107787
Flower Festival
5th, 6th and 7th May 2012 (Mayday weekend)
Saturday 5th – Grand festival opening, 10:30 until 17:00. Morning tea and coffee, light lunches and afternoon tea will be served.
Sunday 6th – 10am Morning Worship led by Lorraine Mellor, Chair of Nottingham and Derby District. Tea and coffee after the service. Festival viewing until 17:30 with afternoon tea. 18:30 Songs of Praise with rev Janet Tanner.
Monday 7th – 10:00 til 17:00 Festival viewing. Morning tea and coffee, soup lunches, afternoon teas served.
Further details from Thelma Akers 9333836 or Pat Mitchell 9334310.
If you are able to help with the stewarding please contact Christine Anderson 8450433, or if you have musical talent please see John Hancock 9332217 or catering Thelma Akers.
Weekend in London
As many of you know we have a flat in London that is available for friends to use at the weekends (Thursday evening to Sunday evening). Use of the flat is free but we have been inviting guests to leave a small donation to the Radcliffe Methodist and Community Project - whatever you can spare but we are suggesting £10 per night. We are delighted that so many of our friends from the church and elsewhere have been using the flat and really appreciate their generosity: so far we have raised £500 in cash donations (approx. £600 with Gift Aid).
The flat is only 20 minutes from the heart of London by tube, with easy access to most of the sights. There is room to sleep up to 4 adults or a family of 5 (6 if you like it cosy). There is a friendly, local Methodist Church (Trinity at Bowes, who visited Radcliffe last year) who would be delighted to welcome you on a Sunday morning - services start at 10:30am.
If you would like to use the flat or want to know more please contact Michael & Anthea Rose on Tel: 01949 836519; Mob: 07861 739797; Email: marose01@googlemail.com, but please note that we are already getting booked up for the summer and early autumn!!
Christians Together in Radcliffe
Bible reading continues
A small and varied group with a hard core membership of 4 continues to meet weekly on Fridays at 1.45 for an hour at St Anne’s.
During Lent we read many Old Testament prophecies about the final week of the Messiah’s life and each week then read the New Testament fulfilment. We read about passages from Isaiah, Zechariah and Deuteronomy, the Gospels and various epistles covering the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem, the Passover and betrayal and the arrest, trial and crucifixion.
After Easter we are going to read some books in their totality starting with Tobit and the fuller version of Esther from the Apocrypha then moving on to a combination of the minor prophets such as Amos, Hosea and Micah along with some of the epistles. For Pentecost we will read Joel and the beginning of Acts – again linking an prophecy with its fulfilment.
Everyone is welcome to come and join us either to listen and share or join in reading a section. For further information please contact Christine Marquina or Sally Horn
CAN YOU HELP?
Christian Aid News
Thousands of churches will stand together this Christian Aid Week (13 – 19 May) to speak out for change. Some 100,000 committed volunteers will go out and put their faith into action, raising funds to help some of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people. This includes Britain’s largest house-to-house collection – an extraordinary act of witness, demonstrating to our communities that we care about poverty and justice.
We are desperately short of collectors this year so if you can spare a couple of hours 13 – 19 May and want to show that you care about poverty and justice please come forward, every pound counts!
Contact: Rachael Glover 07817107787 or Yvonne Ellison 9332184
Thanks to supporters like you, last year we:
• trained local health volunteers around the world to deliver mosquito nets, health advice and vital medicines to remote rural communities.
• supported partners in east Africa who responded quickly to the devastating food crisis, and are still working to meet people's immediate and long-term needs.
• added our voices to those in poor countries demanding climate and tax justice, making sure our calls were heard in Westminster and Europe, and by the World Bank and G20.
It shows that, even in times of global economic uncertainty, one thing is still certain: when people come together, the world can be transformed.
That’s why, for Christian Aid, 2012 is all about togetherness; our partnerships with those building ways out of poverty every day. And those with amazing supporters like you who share our vision of a fairer world free from poverty.
Tuesday 1st May – Find out about this year’s Christian Aid Week & get Inspired to change the world!
7:30pm @ St Mary’s Hall, Radcliffe on Trent
Join Regional Coordinator Nick Thorley and Christian Aid Intern Catherine Garsed for films, stories, reflections, challenge and prayer. Whether you’re a long standing supporter or simply interested in finding out more you’ll be extremely welcome to come along.
For further info contact Rachael Glover: email rachael@gloverproeprty.co.uk tel 07817107787
Saturday 19th May – Coffee, Cakes & Plant Stall in aid of Christian Aid
10am – 12 noon @ Boys Brigade Hall
Any donations of plants or cakes would be greatly appreciated. Contact Christine Anderson or Rachael Glover
Radcliffe Methodist and Community Project
After a number of fund raising events in 2011, 2012 started with a great response to our Quiz Night & Supper, which raised £704.00. Thank you to everyone involved in that, especially Geoff our Quiz Master. Quiz sheets, prepared and sold by Lisa and Stuart raised £104.00. Well done and thank you to them.
The concert, arranged by David and Judy, was a most delightful evening - lovely to see the young people involved. The Concert raised £423.00. So, a good start to the year. Thank you both and all participants.
Our Flower Festival (see other article) will be held the weekend of 5/6/7th May. A lot of work involved from the flower teams and catering teams. We look forward to a wonderful weekend.
50's Diamond Jubilee Party
May 26th: 6pm-9pm (ish)
You are invited to a party to celebrate The Queen's Diamond Jubilee; 50's style!!
Period dress - Brilliant!
Would be good to have some iconic 50's celebs as well:-
Edmund Hilary Elvis Presley Andy Pandy
Marilyn Monroe Roger Bannister Ava Gardner
Bill & Ben Roy Rogers Zorro
Doris Day Lonnie Donnegan Muffin The Mule
Little Weed Who else can you think of?
Tickets available from May 6th.
Look out for posters for further details.
Gwyn Farmer
Please put these dates in your diary and see where you can add with your help and ideas. Any new ideas and people would be very welcome. From
Your Fund Raising Team
Radcliffe on Trent University of the Third Age
Starts at 1.30pm, tea available at 2pm and speakers will entertain the audience from 2.30pm for approx. one hour. Annual membership is £20 p.a. All adults not in full time employment are welcome. Non-members are welcome at a charge of £2 at the entrance.
Thursday May 3rd Grange Hall, 1.30pm
The Dickens Fellowship
On the 200th anniversary year of the birth of one of Britain’s best-loved novelists, Dickens specialists will discuss the man, his life, his works and give a reading from one of his novels.
More information from Lindah Kiddey 911 8625
Fairtrade News
“A world freed from the scandal of poverty, where trade is just and people and communities can flourish”
This is Traidcraft’s mission.
In addition to supporting the Traidcraft stall you can help achieve this by recycling any unwanted or broken jewellery and watches you may have.
There is no cost to you as Freepost envelopes are provided and will be available on the Traidcraft stall after Church on Sundays.
Traidcraft will receive funds for their vital work in East Africa and Asia.
Corporate Need!
Traidcraft is keen to launch a selection of events in high profile organisations nationwide, during November and December 2012. The aim is to profile exceptional quality Traidcraft crafts and sell Christmas gifts and foods.
If you have contacts in a blue chip company, who you think would be interested in hosting such an event then please contact janer@traidcraft.co.uk
Gardening gloves from Sri Lanka
The 300 members of the Firstlight rubber co-operative in south-eastern Sri Lanka are now confident that they will receive a guaranteed price for their rubber, which is used in Traidcraft’s gardening gloves. The fair trade premiums they have already received have paid for classroom improvements, books and playground equipment. Free training has also been offered and this has resulted in increased yields of 30% in some cases. A nursery for rubber tree saplings has also been established.
The gloves are available on the Traidcraft stall with 25% discount, down from £4.10 to £3.08.
Save the Children
Thank you to everyone who contributed to our 2012 quiz which raised the magnificent sum of £316.00. There were three correct entries and, as a result of a draw, the winners were Mrs B Farnsworth and Mrs C Cryer. Congratulations to them and commiserations to those who failed to find all the correct answers!
We are planning to have a stall at the local carnival in July and would welcome offers of unwanted children's books. If you are able to help us, please contact either Maureen Spenceley on 9333769 or Mary Dawdry on 9334155. Please note that we do not want adult books, thank you.
Circuit and General News
Good News from Cotgrave
This article was prepared for the Report of the General Secretary of the Methodist Church
YOUTH EVANGELISM BRINGS NEW LIFE TO OLD CHURCH
When newly appointed Youth Evangelist, Gareth Baron, looked around the congregation on his first Sunday in his new church, Cotgrave Methodist Church, he realised that the whole congregation could have been sat with him in the front pew, except, of course, they weren’t. They were scattered very thinly indeed across a Victorian building designed for 150.
Five years later, the pews replaced by chairs, the Sunday congregation of 30-40 is multi-generational and growing and thriving in every way you can think of.
The vision of this church to engage with the often disaffected and troubled young people of this ex-mining village was supported by a generous Nottingham and Derby District Grant, which has, incredibly, been renewed. There is also a continuing grant from a local charity. With further help from the Nottingham South Circuit and sacrificial giving from the small church itself, the post of Community Youth Evangelist has been developed and sustained.
Gareth, the Evangelist, tells the church regularly, ‘You are all Community Youth Evangelists now’. The church has risen to the challenge by providing many of the volunteers who make up the teams who engage with the young people in several different and exciting groups and on-going projects. They also took out their much-loved pews to make the chapel into a multi-use space so that many of the growing activities could be hosted in the church building.
One of the hopes for the project was that it would act as a catalyst for the wider community to think again about its young people, who nobody had a good word for. With a new primary school joining up what had been a divided village and mining community, it was hoped that the next generation of young people would grow up more united and with more hope for their futures. There are youth workers and youth services in Cotgrave now. The Town Council are supportive too of the work the Christians are doing. The Town Council are organising a Festival of Sport this summer with the whole community in mind, but the needs of the young people to the fore-front. Crime rates are down. Cotgrave is beginning to be proud of its young people.
Another of the possibilities, as the project was imagined, was that a Youth Church might grow. And, in a way, that has happened. There is a growing group of young people who have begun their journey with Jesus, who enjoy meeting together for worship, fun, food and friendship. But they have found a home with the Sunday morning congregation. They have brought along their mums and grans and granddads and their younger brothers and sisters. Worship and preaching services have undergone a radical overhaul to try and include everybody in, and, of course, it hasn’t been at all straightforward. Many Sundays could be described, in the best sense of the word, as ‘messy’. This summer we will be borrowing a portable baptistery for the baptism of two of our 11 year olds, leaving primary school in July. They have chosen the date before the end of term, so that they can invite their friends from school to hear about Jesus.
Disproportionate resources, including money, time, skills, prayer and tears have been generously poured into this project. A church that the Circuit expected would be closed by now has not only been enabled to breathe new life into a troubled community, but has come alive in ways that those involved could scarcely have imagined. When the grants come to an end there will be a church where each one, from the oldest to the youngest, can say, ‘we are all community youth evangelists now’.
St Luke’s Church, Gamston & West Bridgford
Youth Worker
£20k to £23k pro rata (20 hrs per wk)
You are:
· An experienced and creative youth worker
· Passionate for young people to grow in faith and service
· Confident to lead, envision and enable our team of volunteers
· Skilled at building relationships with unchurched young people
We are:
· A vibrant, caring and mission-minded church family of all ages
· Looking forward to welcoming you into our staff team
· Committed to your professional and spiritual development
For an application pack contact Christine Holden at the church office Tel: 0115 974 5024, Email: office@st-lukes-gamston.org
or download from www.st-lukes-gamston.org
Completed applications by: 25th May 2012
This post is subject to an enhanced CRB clearance.
There is a genuine occupational requirement for the post-holder
to be a Christian.
Copy Dates for 2012
Please find below copy dates for Cross Section for the rest of this year. Items can be emailed to me suzie.matthews@ntlworld.com any time before the final deadline; I cannot guarantee to include articles received after the dates below!
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June
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May 13th |
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July / August (joint edition)
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June 17th |
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September
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August 19th |
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October
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September 16th |
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November
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October 14th |
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December / January (joint edition)
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November 11th |
J Thank you for the fantastic number of articles sent through this month, it’s meant we’ve run to a bumper 20 page edition – keep it all rolling in!
