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Document 6580070
Cheadle Parish Church Those who are blessed, are called to be a blessing! In Touch 26th October 2014 Last Sunday after Trinity The Veil of Tears Monday 27th October 7.30pm Upper R00m (Moseley Hall) Veil of Tears is a gripping documentary about the millions of women who are persecuted simply for their gender. They are one of the most disadvantaged, abused & unreached groups in the world. Helen White, from our church, who works for Gospel for Asia, works to help these women. We will be watching the film together and then she will share about her work & her recent trip to India. If you would like to see a trailer for the film http://veiloftearsmovie.com/ For more information, please see Helen White or Ellen Wells Celebrate light not dark! Despite the original link to the Christian festival of All Hallows (or All Saints), the modern version of Hallowe’en has become more about scaring people & scrounging sweets—so come and join in a much more positive and fun alternative. It will be for children of primary age, with games and fun activities, in the Upper Room on Friday 31st October from 4.15pm-6.15pm. To book a place contact the parish office on: 428 8050 Is this your first time? Welcome! Make yourself at home. Need anything? Ask one of our welcome team who’d love to help. Stay for a chat! There are refreshments after the main services, served at the back Giving? There’s no collection during services. Please place any gifts in the box near the main door. Standing order and giftaid forms are available. Young children? Use our sound-proofed Tower Room if they get restless, or join in Sunday clubs at Upper Room Deaf? An induction loop is available. Mobiles? Please turn OFF, unless on call Prayer? There is prayer support after 9.30 & 6.30 services, and during communion, at the front of the church by the Cheadle Cross. Pray for Cheadle Café One The café will be closed during Stockport schools’ half-term, Tuesday 28th October— Saturday 1st November inclusive. This is due to many of our wonderful volunteers needing to look after their children (or grandchildren) during this period. We reopen after the break on Tuesday 4th November. All the churches of Cheadle and Gatley have committed to pray for God’s blessing on us and our community in Cheadle. Take a prayer card, join in every day until 1st Dec. More details: http:// stcuthberts.org/wordpress/50-days-of-prayer Check it out! (Inside this issue) ⇒ Events happening this week p.2 ⇒ Introducing our next Curate p.2 ⇒ Events and activities coming soon p.3 ⇒ Events and Calendar p.4 How connected are you…? Rob Munro Despite the secular hijacking of Halloween the original festival of All Hallows or All Saints is celebrating a wonderful but often forgotten truth. We live in an age that assumes each individual person is an independent and isolated unit; but All Saints Day is the celebration of a Christian truth that Christians are profoundly and really interconnected with each other. him, we are also united with every other Christian, both those who are alive and those with the Lord. It isn’t a psychic thing, as though we know what each other is thinking; but it is a family thing, we all belong together and are in communication with the family head, the Lord Jesus. And his promise is to work to unite us more deeply as we grow closer to him. with and share with. Homegroups are a vital part of fulfilling that Godgiven vision, as are those other times when one-to-one we share with and support each other. Our understanding of the work of Jesus Christ, is that by the Holy Spirit we are spiritually united with him by faith—that is to say, he has so identified with us that he can justly bear our sins, bring us forgiveness and give us his new life—we are dependent on him. In Scripture the simple phrase that sums it up is being “in Christ”. Yet because we are in union with There are signs of that realisation of our connectedness growing—not least the 50 days of prayer—which of course shows that our unity is not institutional but personal and prayerful. But it also raises the question of how connected we are in practice, even within our church. Belonging to Christ means belonging together, having friends who we can pray So this All Saints, give some time to those others Jesus connects you with, pray for them, share with them and show others our faith in action! Yours in Christ, Rob Page 2 In Touch THIS WEEK COMING SOON Calling all Cheadle Residents Safeguarding Training 4 November at 7.30pm If you work with children (anyone under 18) in our church you need to attend Safeguarding Training. This will take place on Tuesday 4 November at 7.30 pm in the Upper Room. This training is essential for anyone who did not complete training last year, even if you have received training through work or summer camps. As a church we are committed to keeping all our children safe from harm, promoting their well-being and showing them God’s love. Contact Fiona Goode 0161 434 0426 Invitation Quiz Night 18 November at 7.30pm Imperial Restaurant, Cheadle In a world of uncertainty – ebola, IS, Pistorius – does God really care? Eddie Scrase-Field will give a short talk to begin to address this question at our quiz night. Teams should ideally have 6 – 8 members and, if demand exceeds supply, priority will be given to those inviting their friends to the event. Booking as soon as possible recommended! Tickets cost £13.00 per person to be purchased in advance by Sunday 9th November from Trish Wells or Sarah Holmes . A three course banquet and the quiz by our very own Shell and Debbie Edmonds is included in the price. Invitations are available on the way out of church. For more information speak to Trish on 0161 485 6798 or email her on: [email protected] From 9.30am – 1.00pm This above event is part of the “Our Places” pilot initiative of the Council to give greater say to local people and organisations, including churches, to decide local issues. It is open to all. Come and have your say! Remembering Anne Chadwick Bookstall News There are a selection of Christmas Cards and Diaries now available to buy - these will be available for a limited period only so early purchase is recommended. We also have a few copies of the Study Guide covering the current Home group studies in Mark - if you have not yet bought one get your copy at a reduced price of £1.50 - please add your name to the separate sales sheet if you buy. Could those who have IOU's outstanding from previous purchases fulfil them please! Many of our congregation will know Anne and Phil Chadwick who have been part of the church family here for many years. Anne has suffered ill health over recent years and we received the sad news last week that she had died. Rob took her funeral in church on Friday. Please pray for Phil and the rest of the family. Next meets on Monday 17th November (please note this is one week later than the usual pattern of meetings due to Yolanda’s trip to Israel) Pray for Yolanda Conniff Primary Focus “Shalom from Israel. I am here for three weeks with a Christian group of 250 people from 12 countries helping in the vineyards. Our camp is in Har Braha - The Mount of Blessing - in the Samaria region, adjacent to an Orthodox community. Please pray that The Lord will grant me health and strength, adjusting to lack of space and privacy but above all that I may be a good witness to every one I meet.” Yolanda Mark Tomlinson’s latest prayer letter is now available. If you would like a copy please speak to him or email: [email protected] Prayer for Israel In Touch JOIN IN WITH ... Page 3 FURTHER AFIELD Chester Cathedral This Christmas, Chester Cathedral will take visitors on an exciting journey to the magical land of Narnia, transforming spaces within the magnificent building to bring C.S. Lewis’s classic tale ‘The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ to life. 29 November - 6 January 2015 Free admission. Visit: www.chestercathedral.com “Host” For all those who are seeking to see a biblical voice shaping the CofE’s future Men’s Group Event Tatton Brewery Tour Thursday 13th November at 7pm A private tour of one of our local breweries. You will learn about the brewing process, local history and of course get to taste some of the product. It also includes beer themed, buffet style food to accompany the beer. Price is £15 per person and must be paid in full in advance. Deadline for booking is Sunday November 9th. Anyone prepared to help by giving people a lift would be greatly appreciated. If you can help, please let us know at the time of booking. Please see James Grummitt 07901867213 or Simon Wheatley for more information. Befriend an International Student “Host” is looking for kind, friendly, hospitable people of all ages whose imaginations are caught by the idea of welcoming an international student at university here, far from his or her own family, to their home, for a day, a weekend or at Christmas. You don’t need to live near a university, as students will travel for the privilege of meeting you, learning about real life in this country, and sharing their own culture. HOST is a voluntary activity which makes ambassadors for international goodwill of us all. Please see www.hostuk.org or call Martin Gill 07758 950043. Ecumenical Advent Service Sunday 7th December at 4pm Gatley URC Everyone is warmly invited to join in this service ecumenical service before heading off to their own churches for evening worship. Cheadle Victorian Christmas Market Outreach Six weeks to go! Book the Date: Saturday 6th December Please consider what role you can play in this major church outreach to the community. It would be great if everyone was able to do something. There are lots of roles to be filled, if you haven't already done so please complete the form at the back of church and return to Neale Hayward Shott. This week we're highlighting the following: Strolling Victorians: Role is to sedately promenade the streets of the village, doffing hats, smiling, greeting the public. Please contact Neale on 07999 814 112 Street Entertainers: If you, or someone you know, has a talent for juggling, diablo, unicycle or other circus skills, join our team on the High Street. Contact Andy McCormick [email protected] DIY: Are you able to clean up and re-paint a set of stepladders ready for display? Contact Julie Fraser 428 0917 Also see the form at the back of church for lots more possibilities. Page 4 In Touch For our partners in mission For Church Family Cyril Faulkner For the bereaved Nellie Vaughan died last week and her funeral is in church at home post surgery Ray & Linda Collier on Thursday. Please ongoing treatment pray for her Lilian Lund husband, Robert, Interim Care and daughter, Kathleen Pearson Gillian. cancer treatment Daphne Graham home after hospital Mary Robertson in interim care Andrew Smith For prayer meetings ongoing care Christine Thompson 555 Prayer—every Sunday 5.55pm in ongoing care Church Tower room Muriel Webb post surgery Saturday Prayer— weekly 9am in Church For the housebound Main Church Prayer—1st Wed 8pm Stephen Davies ongoing care Israel Prayer— 2nd Sean McCausland Monday’s 2pm in nursing care Prison Prayer— 1st Hazel Muckells in long-term care Monday’s 8pm Edna Needham Persecuted at home church—Sunday 5th Jim Seddon in long-term care Oct 4pm Aileen Tompkins Missionary — 2nd at home Tuesday 8pm Frank Wagstaffe at home CHHS Prayer — as advertised Today is Bible Sunday - Thank God for The Bible that we can learn more about God's plan for our lives on a daily basis. Thank God for work of Bible Societies around the world as they print and distribute God's Word. Dean and Paula Finnie who have severed links with the Tree of Life church in South Africa due to internal problems. Pray for their future ministry and thank God for the provision of a good team of local supporters who will encourage them as they await God's plan for their future. What’s Happening! 8.00am 9.30am 11.15am 5.55pm 6.30pm Holy Communion (Eddie Scrase-Field) All Age Service (Eddie Scrase-Field) Morning Prayer (Phil Wells) Prayer Meeting in Tower Room Evening Service (Mel MacLeod) Monday 27th Oct 9.00am 4.30pm 6.00pm 7.30pm Staff prayers/meeting in UR No Primary Saints due to half-term No Juice Puppets due to half-term “The Veil of Tears” in Moseley Hall Tuesday 28th Oct Café One closed until Tues 4th Nov 2.00pm Tuesday at Two meet in UR 3.45pm No Dynamos due to half-term 7.45pm Bell Ringing practice in church Sunday 26th Oct Bible Sunday Wednesday 29th Oct Thursday 30th Oct Friday 31st Oct Homegroups meet in UR 10.00am No Mustard Seed due to half-term 9.30am Bible Study & Bright Start crèche in UR 2.00pm Funeral of Nellie Vaughan in church 10.30am Third Age Keep Fit in UR 4.15pm Light Party in Upper Room Saturday 1st Nov 9.00am Prayer Meeting in Tower Room 9.30am “Our Places” Cheadle event in UR Sunday 2nd Nov 8.00am 9.30am 11.15am 5.55pm 6.30pm Fourth Sunday before Advent Holy Communion (Eddie Scrase-Field) Nine-thirty Service (Eddie Scrase-Field) Morning Prayer (Eddie Scrase-Field) Prayer Meeting in Tower Room Communion with Healing (Mike Lowe) Our continued use of the 50 Days of Prayer for our church and community - that we will see God answer “Veil of Tears” the prayers of his Light Party people. Remembrance Day Student of the Tatton Brewery Tour - men’s group PRAYER CHAIN week:Jake Lucas Send urgent requests to [email protected] Quiz Night or ring the Church Office on 428 8050 to be studying Chemistry Evangelical Conversations at Platt forwarded in confidence. at Imperial College in London Victorian Christmas Market What’s Coming Up! Collect for Bible Sunday Blessed Lord, who caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning: help us so to hear them, to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, we may embrace and for ever hold fast the hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. Monday 27th October Friday 31st October Sunday 9th November Thursday 13th November Tuesday 18th November Wednesday 19th Nov Saturday 6th December Contacts Rector: Rob Munro 428-3440 [email protected] Associate Minister Eddie Scrase-Field 915 9849 [email protected] Assistant Minister(3rd age) Mike Lowe 01625 525718 [email protected] Associate Minister (St.Cuths) Mike Newman 428-5212 [email protected] Curate: (Due to start July 2015) Simon Donohoe Church Office (Penny or Sheila) , The Upper Room, 11 Wilmslow Road, Cheadle, SK8 1DW Today’s Bible Readings 8.00am Deut 34:1-12 Phil 4:10-20 Matt 22:34-end 9.30am Service John 6:25-70 11.15am (p214) Ex 16:2-4,9-18 (p1181) John 6:25-70 (p991) 6.30pm (p74) (p1070) Service (p1070) Proverbs 11:15-31 (p644) Phone: 0161 428 8050 Fax: 0203 479 5591 [email protected] or [email protected] / [email protected] www.cheadle.org.uk