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e-Bulletin 27 April 2015

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Saturday 16 May: Diocesan Synod with presentation on the Church of England's Reform and Renewal programme Dr Thomlinson's Church of England Middle School, Silverton Lane, Rothbury NE65 7RJ. 10.00am—1.00pm. Breakfast from 9.30: bacon butties (and alternatives). Two leading figures in the Church of England's programme of Reform and Renewal will speak at Newcastle Diocesan Synod when it meets on Saturday 16th May from 10.00am at Dr Thomlinson's Church of England Middle School, Rothbury. The Revd Canon Dr Malcolm Brown (top picture) and Canon John Spence (lower picture) are compelling speakers and will explain the changes proposed in the national Church and the implications for the Diocese of Newcastle and the way we fund our mission. The first part of this meeting will be open to all, both Synod Members and non Members to hear and question the visiting speakers. 

To help with numbers, would both members and non-members of Diocesan Synod planning to attend please let the Diocesan Office know at [email protected] or 0191 270 4100. www.newcastle.anglican.org/synod Post Synod briefing (February 2015) on Reform and Renewal Programme

Dear Friend, You will have heard in the news that a massive earthquake has hit Nepal and parts of India. Reports say that close to 2,000 people have been killed. The death toll is likely to rise as information comes in from the remote mountain areas. Tens of thousands will need urgent assistance. Hospitals are overflowing, thousands are homeless and sleeping outside. They urgently need your support. PLEASE DONATE NOW, so we can provide emergency support to those affected by the earthquake. With thanks, Nick Guttmann Head of Humanitarian division Christian Aid www.christianaid.org.uk www.newcastle.anglican.org

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Info William Leech Research Fellowships In Applied Christian Theology

Opportunities Available DO YOU HAVE AN IMAGINATIVE RESEARCH PROPOSAL IN APPLIED CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY THAT IS RELEVANT TO THE NORTH EAST OF ENGLAND? ARE YOU SEEKING FUNDING? THE WILLIAM LEECH RESEARCH TRUST IS CURRENTLY INVITING APPLICATIONS BY MAY 14th, 2015 Fellows:  carry out Research Projects that will nourish Christian Hope and have impact in the North East  engage with the Churches, and disseminate their results  are normally associated with either Durham or Newcastle Universities Fellowships can be: a salaried Post-doctoral Research Appointment, normally for one year, at one of these Universities or the Colleges of St Chad’s and St John’s, Durham. OR a financially supported period of up to 12 months: Mature Theological Reflection and Research, hosted by these bodies or an appropriate Church Organisation. Possible themes relevant to the North East include: People, Place and Community; Ethical and pastoral implications of Genetic Research; Patterns of Economic Regeneration; The role of the Church in Rural Communities; Responding to Refugees and Asylum Seekers in our midst; Theology of Money, Capitalism, Society and the Church; Theology of Democracy and Institutions; Justice and Hope The Trust awards Fellowships on a rolling basis, normally with Closing Dates in January and May each year.

Information and Particulars

www.leechfellowship.org

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Interfaith Cricket Anyone—lay or ordained—interested in playing or stewarding in an Interfaith Cricket Match in the summer is invited to contact the Revd Tim Ferguson at [email protected], tel 0191 256 7020. “We will try to have teams of a mixture of faiths to play each other in a 20over game,” says Tim. The event will be from 11.00am to 3.00pm at Percy Main Cricket Club, next door to Church House, on Monday 31st August (Bank Holiday). www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Lord Crewe’s Charity Educational Grants 2015-16 The application process for educational grants to clergy in the Diocese for their dependant children is now open. Grants are made at the Trustees’ absolute discretion for children of school age in full-time education (reception class and above) or studying for a first degree or equivalent level skills course, and who are dependants of: a) necessitous clergy (stipendiary or not) licensed, or having permission to officiate, by the Bishop of Durham or the Bishop of Newcastle b) retired clergy, licensed and serving in either of these two dioceses at the time of their retirement c) widows and widowers, still residing in the area, of clergy who were licensed or given permission to officiate as above and previously served in the area. Awards will be based on the: a) family’s gross income from ALL sources (ignoring expenses) up to a specified level (£48,330 in the year 2015-16): anyone over this limit will not qualify for assistance, except in the circumstances described at c below) b) school year (NB NOT age of children) as at 1st October 2015 (divided into four bands): c) all clergy licensed or having permission to officiate in the dioceses of Durham and Newcastle may apply for an award during each year of any dependant’s attendance on a first full-time degree or equivalent skills course. In this category only the trustees, at their absolute discretion and without prejudice, may consider the applicant’s overall financial circumstances irrespective of the strict household income limit at a) above, and may make a reduced award in these circumstances. Grants recognise the additional costs of having children in education, i.e. they do not depend on children being at fee paying schools. Application is by a short form (2 sides A4) which must be completed and returned by June 20 th 2015. Decisions will be made in August and awards will be paid by BACS transfer in two equal instalments, in September 2015 and March 2016. If we do not already have your bank details you will need to complete a short form giving us your bank details and authorising us to use them. There is also a short guidance note for applicants. Those wishing to apply are strongly advised to register with the clergy section of the Lord Crewe’s Charity web site: www.lordcrewescharity.org.uk/clergy. Once your registration is accepted you will be able to download the forms and guidance, and see any updates on this year’s progress. Registered Charity No. 1155101

Faith Groups of Sanctuary Engagement Volunteer required to work with the Faith Groups of Sanctuary Coordinator to develop the programme and provide support, resources and encouragement to those groups involved. This role should take a maximum time commitment of half a day a week (around 4 hours) and can be done from the volunteer’s own home. Ideally the volunteer should feel able to commit to volunteering for a minimum of twelve months.

Download full details www.wers.org.uk

www.newcastle.anglican.org

www.cityofsanctuary.org/newcastle


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WANTED

Download the latest Newsletter from WERS— Newcastle’s West End Refugee Service.

SURPLUS SURPLICES (OR COTTAS) FOR CHILDREN

www.wers.org.uk 86 copies of Complete Mission Praise Words Edition are looking for a good home (ideally as a job lot).

Berwick Parish Church has a growing junior section as part of its choir. We are now in the position of having used up all the cottas and surplices we had on stock and are looking for more which are in good condition and would fit 7-15 year olds.

Currently tucked up safely in a slightly dusty box at the Diocesan Office at Church House, North Shields NE29 6HS, the books are in excellent condition and ready to be collected by arrangement.

We would be interested either in purchasing such garments, or removing unwanted ones which are languishing in vestry cupboards. Please contact Christopher or Christine Smith (01289 330735) if you can help.

First come, first served: 0191 270 4100 [email protected]

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Great North Festival is a charity committed to celebrating the pioneering achievements of the North East and reviving the creative and innovative spirit of the region.

Frances Ashton Charity Help for serving and retired Church of England clergy and widow(er)s of clergy now deceased. Since 1747 Frances Ashton’s Charity has been helping those who spend their lives serving God and their parish. The Frances Ashton Charity will consider a modest grant for almost any purpose which is causing financial hardship. For example, we could help with: • The cost of a new pair of glasses

It is concerned to work with others to awaken the spiritual and moral wellsprings of our regional life, especially for the benefit of the young.

• A respite care break for a disabled family dependent • The cost of a family holiday • The cost of repairing a broken boiler

We are a group of five; Bob Langley, the former Archdeacon of Lindisfarne, Paul Southgate, the Director of the Vincentians in Partnership, Gordon Morris, a freelance journalist, Liz Robson, a Researcher with Newcastle University, and David Goodacre, a retired priest in the Diocese of Newcastle.

Particular priorities for support include unforeseeable emergencies, medical or care needs for the applicant or their dependents. In some cases, the trustees may be able to help at any point during the year. There are a few exceptions where the Charity is unable to help, for example private education.

GNF ran a series of events in 2013, described on our website: www.greatnorthfestival.com We now publish a quarterly newsletter to spread our ideas – free to subscribers, who subscribe on line – or by writing to [email protected].

For an application form and guidance please contact the Trust Administrator.


If you are a serving or retired member of the clergy of the Church of England or the widow/widower of a member of the clergy who has passed away and you have a hardship, please ask us for an application form and the full guidance notes.

Frances Ashton’s Charity, c/o Mrs G Fowle, Beech House, Woolston, North Cadbury, Somerset BA22 7BJ Telephone: 07775 717 606 Email: [email protected]


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Premier Christian Radio, leaders in Christian communication, runs a very successful Internship programme that enables people in many different situations to acquire work experience in a busy media environment. It is an amazing opportunity to gain experience in the exciting and varied world of Christian Media and it is wonderful to see people who take part, going on to use their newly acquired skills to help their studies or give them much needed experience to help them into work. Over the last 2 years we have taken on 9 Interns who have worked as part of the North East team according to a structured Internship programme. The duration of Internship varies between 3 months to 1 year, typically involving working 2 days each week from 09:15am to 5:15pm with an hour for lunch. Interns receive travel expenses at the rate of £0.45 pence a mile plus £5 for lunch. “Do you have a passion for sharing Good News about faith in Jesus?” “Are you looking for experience with a vibrant multi-media organisation?” Then look no further! We are seeking to appoint 2 highly motivated and passionate Interns to work alongside Premier’s North East team ASAP.  For further details, if you would like to apply or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Stephanie Thomas by email [email protected] or by telephoning 0191 206 4036.  Alternatively, you can contact the Regional Director Sylvia Walters either by email [email protected] or by telephone 0191 206 4036.

www.premier.org.uk

Organist available Gavin Hardy is available on a first come first served basis for such services as funerals and weddings, wherever is accessible by public transport from Sandyford, Newcastle. Dr Hardy has been playing the organ since he was a teenager (starting at St George's, Cullercoats), and as a student in the 1970s was a pupil of Russell Missin at St Nicholas' Cathedral. In the 1980s he was a pupil of Richard Lloyd at Durham Cathedral and also had lessons from James Lancelot (his successor at Durham). Dr F G Hardy, 32, Springbank Road, Sandyford, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 1PD. Mobile: 07554 209 740 Email: [email protected]



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Events www.newcastle.anglican.org/events

www.newcastle.anglican.org/stayingalive

School years 8-13.

Download programme and application form www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Sacred Water: Connecting with God through water A Conversation@theRRC with the Revd Emma Duff Early Christians seemed to know that immersion in natural bodies of water has a mysterious power to connect us with the divine. In this country, the practice of bathing in holy wells mostly came to an end after the Reformation, when many holy wells were capped and their shrines destroyed. In recent years there has been an upsurge of interest in Wild What would it mean to be a truly Inclusive Church? Swimming (in a natural body of water). In addition to other A Conversation@theRRC health benefits, swimming in cold water releases with the Revd Ashley Wilson endorphins, leading to increased feelings of wellCome and join the Revd Ashley Wilson as being. Anecdotally, many swimmers report a he discusses inclusivity in the Church. “spiritual” aspect to their practice. Is this a practice the Church should be reclaiming? Topics to include: Radical Welcome (not just the gay thing!), Sexuality, Gender, When: Tuesday 9th June 2015, 6.00-7.30pm Disability, Mental health, Poverty, Ethnicity, Where: Church House, St John’s Terrace, Practical ideas to make churches more North Shields, NE29 6HS welcoming and inclusive and Liturgy and Inclusion If you have any other thoughts or topics on the subject, feel free Attending Conversations@theRRC is FREE to come along and discuss them too. for Religious Resources Centre members. When: Tuesday 12th May 2015, 6.00-7.00pm Non-members will be charged £5 per session. Places and parking are restricted Where: Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham, DH1 3RY and must be reserved prior to the event. To make a reservation please contact the RRC before the 12th May on 0191 375 0586 or via [email protected].

Developing Resilience Workshop Thursday 30th April 1.00pm—5.30pm Church House, St John’s Terrace, North Shields NE29 6HS Still some places available: contact The Revd Canon Peter Kenney Adviser in Pastoral Care and Counselling and Ministry Development Officer [email protected] 0191 257 9512



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“You may arrive at Taizé behind German and Spanish, Swedish and Greek, French and Russian vehicles. But the spirit of openness, solidarity and encounter overcomes any barriers you might expect.”

North- East Taizé Youth Pilgrimage 2015 25 July—3 August

To find our more go to:

The trip is open to young people from across the Diocese. The cost will be about £250. The “God-Calling?” Network will be subsidising up to fifteen places.

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Search for “North East Taizé Trip” on Facebook

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Contact the Revd Catherine Macpherson on revcatherinemac @gmail.com

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Or join us for a Taizé Taster at St Anthony’s Byker at 4.00pm on Saturday 9 May 2015.

Pilgrimage to Iona Richard and Maggi Deimel, the Diocesan Advisers on New Spiritual Movements, will be leading a pilgrimage to Iona from 3rd to 7th May 2016. The full board cost will be £280, staying in Bishop's House, Iona. Pilgrims would need to arrange their travel, but full advice would be given. The theme of the retreat will be rekindling in us the light of Christ in creation, which flowed from Iona to Northumbria in the brief but blessed time of Celtic Christianity. Richard and Maggi Deimel: [email protected] Download full details and booking form



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Coming up at Shepherds Dene Artist in Residence: the Potting Shed Every weekend from April to June, artists Jenny Mathers, Cathy Duncan and Kim Lewis will be working in the Potting Shed at Shepherds Dene, developing work under the title ’Stilled Lives’. Come along to see them at work and enjoy the Shepherds Dene gardens.

Spiritual Retreat: a creative response to Godly Play

A Day with the Rt Revd Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham: Exploring the Blessing of God Tuesday June 23rd £25 Spend a day with Bishop Paul in the peaceful surroundings of Shepherds Dene, reflecting on ‘The Blessing of God’.

Exploring Spirituality through Creative Drawing Fri 26th – Sunday 28th June £195 Experienced art tutor Deidre McCrimmon will offer opportunities to explore spirituality through creative drawing in a variety of mediums and using the landscape, portrait and still life as inspiration, with additional input from Alison Moore.

‘A

Satsuma is not a failed Orange’

with Mary Cooper and Rachel Bainton.

Mon 29th June – Weds 1st July. Price £145

Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd May: Godly Play Retreat £195 On this retreat, there will be time and space to reflect and explore through the media of story, wondering, creative resources and silence. Trained spiritual direction will also be available. Mary and Rachel are both trainers for Godly Play UK.

The Venerable Geoff Miller, Archdeacon of Northumberland. Join Geoff in exploring the delights and challenges of being a small church in today’s society. For any who share a passion for encouraging the particular identity and mission of small church communities. There will be the opportunity to work together on such topics as worship, leadership, mission and growth.

Angela Ashwin: Light Touch, deep wisdom

The Complete Cuthbert

– learning from the desert fathers and mothers.

Sun 16th – Fri 21st August. Price £495

Revd John and Gina McManners. A pilgrimage following in the footsteps of the best known Northern Saints, St Cuthbert. Visit The colourful characters who went into the deserts of Egypt and Melrose, where Cuthbert’s journey began, the Holy Island of Syria from the 4th Century onwards are known for their extreme Lindisfarne, Inner Farne (the island off Northumberland where he died) and Durham Cathedral, where his body was finally laid austerity and intensive prayer and can still encourage and to rest. challenge us in our own discipleship today. Angela Ashwin is an ever-popular and widely travelled speaker, author and retreat leader and has written several books on discipleship, along with ‘St Teresa of Avila - In this the ‘The Book of 1000 Prayers’ and other titles. Only a few places left- Monday 11th – Friday 15th May £425

fifth centenary of her birth: the value of her life and teaching’

A Kind of Sleepwalking

Mon 2nd – Fri 6th November. Price: £350

Fri 22nd –Sunday 24th May £195 The Revd Canon Judy Hirst from Durham Cathedral leads this retreat based on her recently published book. Judy will offer opportunities to explore moments of being woken up, sometimes forced by the hard things of life: suffering, grief, death, growing older or through the delightful moments of beauty and love. There will be times of quiet and opportunities for contemplative worship.

New retreat for November 2015 to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the birth of St Teresa of Avila. The Very Revd Keith Jones will offer an introduction to what Teresa achieved, and to help understand her relevance to us now. The retreat will have periods of silence built in to the programme. Keith was ordained in the Southwark Diocese and served in a number of parishes. He was appointed Dean of Exeter in 1995 and then Dean of York in 2004, from which post he retired in May 2012.

Shepherds Dene, Diocesan Retreat House, NE44 6AF www.shepherdsdene.co.uk For further information or to book a place call 01434 682212 or contact [email protected] www.newcastle.anglican.org


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North Northumberland Spirituality Network Programme for 2015 Please contact the person indicated for further information: Individually Guided Retreat Mon 25 May - Friday 29 May at the Friary, Alnmouth Cost: £200 Limited places Contact: Canon Christine Sindall [email protected] 01665 572287

‘Cleave the Wood and There I Am’

Saturday July 11th 2015 from 11.00am till 4.00pm at The Old School, Bingfield, NE46 4HR. This day will provide an opportunity to explore woodcarving as a spiritual exercise. A completed piece will be used for reflection, and there will be a chance for each person to add to the carving of a work in progress. Music and clay will enhance the experience. The day will be led by Christopher and Janet Lewis, in whose home it will take place. Both have great experience in spiritual direction. The day doesn't require prior experience in woodcarving. Participants will be asked to sign a disclaimer regarding injury from using woodworking tools or any other accidental cause. Places are limited. To book, send a cheque for £15 made payable to NNSN to Canon Colin Gough, 44 Tyelaw Meadows, Shilbottle, NE66 2JJ. For other information Secretary to the Network is Canon Colin Gough, 44 Tyelaw Meadows, Shilbottle, NE66 2JJ 01665 581100 [email protected]



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Godly Play Accredited Core Training in the NORTH EAST Two opportunities to attend accredited core training in Godly Play, both in the North East of England, and both in the upcoming months. Both courses are nonresidential, and are led by Godly Play UK trainers, Rachel Bainton and Mary Cooper. Venue: Evenwood Parish Hall, County Durham Dates: 10th – 12th June 2015 (Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) Times: 8.30 am – 6.30 pm (except on final day of course which ends at 5.30 pm) Cost: £295 (non residential, includes training handbook and lunches)

Venue: Church of St Mary, Monkseaton Dates: Friday 18th & Saturday 19th September, Friday 16th & Saturday 17th October 2015 Times: Each day begins at 9.30 am and ends at 4.30 pm (5pm on the last date) Cost: £310 (bring a packed lunch) Cost: £295 (non residential, includes training handbook and lunches)

Further details: www.godlyplay.uk/courses www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Annual Sponsored Steeplechase (part of the national ‘Ride & Stride’)

The Steeplechase has been held every year since 1980, and has been the largest single contributor to the Trust's funds. Most other county trusts hold similar events, previously called The Bike Ride or similar, but now all are part of the national event called Ride and Stride. For more details of the national event click here. The main aim of the Steeplechase is to visit as many churches as reasonably possible in the day, with participants being sponsored for the number of churches they visit. Other ways of raising money are also acceptable, such as a church being sponsored for the number of visits it receives; or sponsoring younger children for circuits of the church yard. The income from the Steeplechase is shared between the Trust, and individual churches and chapels nominated by the participating Steeplechasers. In 2014 the event raised a total of nearly £8,000, an invaluable contribution to the upkeep of our historic churches.

Roughshod Theatre Company will be in Newcastle with its new show

IrRESISTible

The 2015 Steeplechase will be held on Saturday 12 September. Many of the region's churches and chapels are fascinating and interesting places to visit: in the North East we are blessed with a particularly long and rich Christian heritage. So please come and join the 2015 Steeplechase: as you can see from the photograph the event is open to all age groups and you can use any means of transport - all we ask is that you take care. All the documentation you will need to take part can be downloaded here.

bringing death-defying stories of hope, courage and resistance. IrRESISTible asks 'Would you be brave enough to change the world?' For those with courage, conviction and enthusiasm this may be an irresistible idea, but life presents hurdles that can deter even the most determined.

See IrRESISTible on:

northumbriahct.org.uk

Tuesday, 5th May,7.00pm, St Luke's Church Hall, Claremont Road, Newcastle, NE 2 4AH

As Archdeacons we get to visit many churches and the annual NHCT Steeplechase is a great opportunity for lots of people to share that privilege and pleasure. It's good to have a purpose for your walk or bike ride; this way you can get into great company too, and support the work of the local churches you visit as well as the conservation work of the Trust. Why not get out there in God's good air and discover - or rediscover - some of the places where his people meet to praise him and pray for his world?

Admission: Free Five young actors depict inspiring stories through a mix of bold drama, music and comedy. We meet a life-style guru whose advice goes one step too far, a desperate daughter who takes hold of her destiny and an intrepid bible smuggler who discovers hope in the darkest places. Whilst touring, the company will also be performing and leading drama workshops in community centres, schools, prisons, churches, cathedrals, military bases and many other places which rarely encounter live theatre. For 2015 the company is in partnership with Open Doors, a charity that has served persecuted Christians across the world for the past 60 years.

Peter Robinson, Archdeacon of Lindisfarne

A full list of Roughshod 2015’s public performances is regularly updated at: www.ridinglights.org/irresistible.

Geoff Miller, Archdeacon of Northumberland www.newcastle.anglican.org


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READERS ON WRITERS 2015

May Session Tuesday May 19th (not date previously advertised), 7.00pm for 7.15pm at Cross Keys Hall, St Peter’s, Monkseaton. 2 course meal (£10) and learning together. This month more about Bede, Lesslie Newbigin and Kate Tristram. Readers, Readers in Training and visitors all welcome

Please contact [email protected] to book the meal.

Readers in Bedlington and Morpeth Deaneries There is a core group of Readers who meet together on Saturday morning about four or five times a year for spiritual refreshment and mutual support. We would be delighted if more Readers would like to join us from Bedlington, Morpeth or beyond! Our next meeting is planned for 14 February 2015 at Saturday 16 May 2015 2015 at 9 Hood Street, Morpeth NE61 1JF (please note changed venue). We meet from 10.00 am until 12.00 noon. Please come along if you can and help us to learn together and support each other in developing our distinctive Reader ministries. 

For more information please contact Vivienne Sommerville on 01670 513181.

SUMMER BIBLICAL STUDY IN CAMBRIDGE, 2015 The programme of the Vacation Term for Biblical Study (Registered Charity No.1125494) Week 1: Sunday 2 August to Friday 7 August 2015 Week 2: Sunday 9 August to Friday 14 August 2015 At Robinson College, Cambridge.

DOWNLOAD SPECIAL OFFER FOR READERS www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Save the date... Church Leaders Information Breakfast, Newcastle, Tuesday 23rd June. The venue is to be confirmed but please could you save and share this date. Archbishop Justin Welby has recently become a Patron of CAP and is strongly encouraging CofE churches to find out more about CAP; this one-off event provides a great opportunity for church leaders and clergy to discover new ways of reaching their community with the good news of Jesus through the work of CAP, whilst enjoying a Free full English breakfast. Tuesday 23rd June 8.00am - 9.30am Location: To Be Confirmed

www.capuk.org

GEORDIE HEROES TOP HOLY ISLAND FESTIVAL The Lindisfarne Story is running for home! The show – performed by the band’s founding drummer Ray Laidlaw and guitarist Billy Mitchell – is topping the bill at the first-ever Holy Island Festival from June 25-28. Although the Tyneside Seventies’ band took their name from the historic island off the Northumberland coast, the band never played there professionally. Now 45 years on, Ray and Billy will be performing their hit UK touring show – which charts the history of the group in music and words – at St Mary’s Church on Sunday 28 June.

More: www.holyislandfestival.org www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Making Spaces for Young Adults in the Diocese of Newcastle

Coming up in the next few months... Walk and Worship in the Tyne Valley From 11.30, Saturday 2 May A chance to walk through the splendour of Allen Banks to the ancient ruins of the Hermitage at Staward Peel www.nationaltrust.org.uk/allen-banks-and-staward-gorge

Night Church 7.00pm - 11.00pm Saturday 16 May Come and be part of this exciting new time for prayer, worship and quiet in St Nicholas Cathedral www.stnicholascathedral.co.uk

Alnmouth Quiet Day From 11am Saturday 20 June Come and enjoy the peace and hospitality of the Friars at Alnmouth on a guided quiet day. Look out for more details on the Facebook page. www.franciscans.org.uk/where-we-are/retreat-or-stay/alnmouth-ssf

North East Taizé Youth Pilgrimage Saturday 25 July and Monday 3 August Join with other young people from across the North East in this Pilgrimage to the Taizé community in France. www.taize.fr

Keep in touch with the God-Calling Network: www.facebook.com/groups/Godcallingnetwork [email protected] or [email protected]



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Marriage and Engaged Encounter in the UK is a charitable organisation, attached to the Church of England. We run weekends to help couples preparing for marriage and to support couples within their marriages - these are free (apart from a small booking fee). In May, we are running an Engaged Encounter weekend at Shepherds Dene, Riding Mill and there are a few places available. There is also a Marriage Encounter weekend at the same venue, starting on 16th October. The weekends have a Christian content and have a member of the clergy present, but are suitable for those of faith or none.For further information including how to book see www.marriageencounter.org.uk or www.engagedencounter.org.uk.

Resources The Islamic Year: Surahs, Stories and Celebrations – Noorah AlGailani and Chris Smith (297 D and PM) This is an inspiring treasury of themed stories, games and songs, structured around the life of the Prophet Muhammad, which illustrates the core values of Islamic religion and culture. It is beautifully illustrated and has informative and engaging activities throughout. A very readable book, ideal to use at home or in school; anyone seeking to interpret Islam to nonMuslim audiences will find this an excellent resource.

The RRC is currently Thinking About Islam... What Islam Is All About – Yahiya Emerick (297 D and PM) This textbook provides a clear and precise exploration of the Islamic view of life, including the life of the Prophet Muhammad, history, study of the Qur’an, Islamic philosophy, law and contemporary issues. Structured into 18 units, including prayer, creation, beliefs and duties, with lessons on separate aspects and review questions and exercises for each unit, this is ideal to be used with A level students and adults. To join in the Conversation and receive our latest news and much more visit http://www.resourcescentreonline.co.uk/were-thinking-about, LIKE us on www.facebook.com/religiousRC or FOLLOW us on www.twitter.com/religiousRC.

Church House, St. John's Terrace, Percy Main, North Shields. NE29 6HS. 0191 270 4161 www.resourcescentreonline.co.uk Also at Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham, DH1 3RY. 0191 375 0586

Moves and Changes Please note that most of this information is available via www.newcastle.anglican.org using ‘Find a Person’ or ‘Find a Church’.

The Revd Catherine Pickford is Priest in Charge of Stannington and Diocesan Officer for Continuing Ministry Development from the 28th April. Her new address is The Vicarage, Stannington, Morpeth, NE61 6HL, [email protected]. www.newcastle.anglican.org

The Revd Dr Helen Savage is now Vicar of the Moorland group of Parishes. Her new address is Slaley Vicarage, Slaley, Hexham, NE47 0AA, 01434 676 852, [email protected].


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Yearbook Amendments to Newcastle Diocesan Yearbook 2013—2014

057, mobile 07563 196383, [email protected].

NE65 8HX, 01665 570557, [email protected].

Please note that most of this information is available via www.newcastle.anglican.org using ‘Find a Person’ or ‘Find a Church’.

Page 133 Kirknewton St Gregory the Great. Churchwarden Mr David Dobson’s home telephone number has changed to 01668 216 098.

Page 178 Carham St Cuthbert. PCC Treasurer Mr W Potts has retired and has been replaced by Mr Peter StrakerSmith, Wark Common, Cornhill on Tweed, TD12 4RR, 01890 830 316, [email protected].

_________________________________ Page 60 Clergy with Licence to Officiate and Page 211 Newcastle St Thomas the Martyr. The Revd Catherine Lack’s number at Newcastle University has changed to 0191 208 6341. Page 97 Readers Holding the Bishops Licence and Page 131 Glendale Group. Reader Judith Dobson’s home telephone number has been changed to 01668 216 098. Page 104 Readers Holding the Bishops Licence and Page 187 Cambois and Sleekburn. Reader Emeritus Roland Robson has recently died and his entries should be removed from your book. Page 118 Rennington All Saints. PCC Treasurer Mr D Barraclough has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mr Brian Eke, The Elms, 31 Rock Village, Rock, Alnwick, NE66 3SD, 01665 579 053, [email protected]. Rock St Philip and St James. PCC Treasurer Mr D Barraclough has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mr Brian Eke, The Elms, 31 Rock Village, Rock, Alnwick, NE66 3SD, 01665 579 053, [email protected]. Page 124 Rothbury All Saints. DCC Treasurer Mrs Christine Wilson has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mr Chris Pope, 96 Whitton View, Rothbury, NE65 7QN, 01669 621

Page 148 Prudhoe St Mary Magdalene. PCC Treasurer Canon George Hepburn has stood down from office (and has remarked on the fact in the Journal) and has been replaced by Mr Stephen Skoyles. E-mail: [email protected]. Page 153 Allendale St Cuthbert. Churchwarden Mr Paul Mercer continues in office. Mrs Sylvia Milburn has stood down from office and has been replaced by Miss Jan Simmonds, 2 Wooley Burn Foot, Allendale, NE47 9NE, [email protected]. Page 166 Pegswood St Margaret’s Chapel Local Ecumenical Partnership. JJC Secretary Mrs D Payne has stood down from office and has been replaced by Miss Kate McDonald, 19 Downing Drive, Morpeth, NE61 2YB, 01670 514682. JJC Treasurer Mrs Elizabeth Carruthers remains in office. Page 168 Lynemouth St Aidan. Churchwarden Mrs Ann Baxter continues in office. Mr George Bell has stood down. Page 177 Branxton St Paul. PCC Secretary Ms Lesley Drummer has moved to Moorlea, Rothbury Road, Longframlington, Morpeth,

Page 191 Cowpen St Benedict and Horton St Mary. Churchwarden Mrs S Norman has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mrs Julie Coyne, 2 The Villas, East Hartford, Cramlington, NE23 3AZ, 01670 737 296, [email protected]. Page 217 Longbenton St Mary Magdalene. Churchwarden Mrs Yvonne Richardson continues in office. Mr Neal Terry has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mrs Maureen Smith, 12 Peregrine Place, Longbenton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE12 8PQ. 0191 340 4534, [email protected]. Page 221 Benwell St James. PCC Treasurer Mr John Pickford has stood down from office and has been replaced by Mr Nkosana Kumwenda, 95 St John’s Walk, Benwell, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7XB, [email protected]. Page 240 Tynemouth Priory Holy Saviour. PCC Secretary Mrs Jan Grant has stood down from office.

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