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H.C. Grimstead Ltd FUNERAL DIRECTORS
58 Swan Road West Drayton Middlesex
Tel: 01895 431000
Founded 1890
YIEWSLEY & WEST DRAYTON BAND
AVAILABLE FOR:-
CONCERTS GARDEN PARTIES
FETES, ETC.
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
(EVENINGS AND WEEKENDS ONLY)
NEW PLAYERS ALWAYS WELCOME
REHEARSALS 8 PM EVERY WEDNESDAY
AT
METHODIST CHURCH
FAIRFIELD ROAD YIEWSLEY
Contact John Ide 020 8573 5788
www.ywdband.com
CYPRUS HOLIDAY APARTMENT FOR HIRE
Apartment Japonica is a lovely, 1 bedroom apartment that comfortably
sleeps 4 with access to a communal pool.
It is situated in Peyia village, close to the fine sandy beaches of Coral Bay,
near Paphos town.
For more details Call Julia Bennett on 07816 840029
or visit our website: www.apartmentcypruspeyia.wordpress
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www.holidaylettings.co.uk/rentals/peyia/243977
The Green, West Drayton Art exhibitions, arts and crafts,
markets, concerts, classes, group activities
For further details see posters and press
www.southlandsarts.co.uk [email protected]
or phone 01895 441936
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From the Vicarage Come from the sea is seaweed,
red and yellow seaweed,
tangles thrown upon the shore
left by the ebbing tide.
Gentle Brigid, Mary mild,
Patrick, saint of power,
Michael, bring us seaweed,
to fertilise our land. Dear friends, Seaweed to most of us brings back memories of family holidays or outings to the seaside. We might remember being fascinated by this wet and slimy plant, or been scared by it wrapping around our legs when we paddled in the sea. We might have enjoyed its salty smell, as it lay drying on the shoreline, discovered sea shells entangled in its rubbery branches, and I seem to remember a type of seaweed had pods you could satisfyingly pop? Or maybe we encountered seaweed spoilt by oil and rubbish? In the Celtic prayer (above) we have a lovely description of seaweed, followed by a plea to the saints to send it to the is-landers, a strange request to our ears. But at the time, seaweed was a vital (perhaps the only) source of salt, some seaweed could be eaten (providing vital nutrients) and seaweed was used to fertilise the poor soil, maybe making the crucial difference between a good or poor harvest, enough to eat or hunger. Perhaps we need to follow the example of those who lived in the Hebrides, by appreciating and treasuring seaweed and the other plants of the sea more than we do. Not only are they amazing in texture, smell, colour and shape, but they also provide a home for many creatures and benefits for humankind, including a capacity for capturing carbon. And of course some seaweed is still edible and can be sustainably farmed. May old wisdom inspire new deeds, as we continue to seek ways to protect as well as profit from the seas. With my blessing,
Revd Rosy
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St Martin’s Parish Church, West Drayton
Covid and the Church
As Covid cases continue to rise, we aim to do all that is possible to make St Martin’s a safe space to visit or wor-ship in, and our doors remain open to everyone in our community, of whatever Faith or none. St Martin’s is well ventilated and cleaned, but everyone has a vital part to play when it comes to public health, supporting the NHS, and caring for our neighbours. Therefore, although some government restrictions have been eased, please be cautious, careful, and sensitive to the needs of others.
Help to protect vulnerable people, your household and yourself
by still remembering
Face - Hands - Space - Track & Trace
Please when coming to a worship service or other event
Continue to wear a face covering indoors when there are others close to you
Keep sanitising your hands Give people plenty of space
Thank you for your understanding. From the Vicar, Church Wardens and the Standing Committee
Further information available on the Church of England website
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Prayer Page
Lord of the Ocean, Lord of the seas: Let the fish swim strong and free. Lord of the wavetops, Lord of the shore: Keep them safe for evermore.
Out of doors in the summer Out of doors in the sun Thank you, God, for the summer and all of our outdoor fun.
Bread is a lovely thing to eat - God bless the barley and the wheat. A lovely thing to breathe is air - God bless the sunshine every-where. The earth’s a lovely place to know - God bless the folks who come and go. Alive’s a lovely thing to be - Giver of life – we say – bless thee!
Dear God, may our dog be loyal and obedient and patient and gentle and kind and fun. May everyone in the family learn to be like that.
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Love Your Burial Ground
Our first churchyard open day in conjunction with “Love Your Burial Ground Week” was a great success. It was a glorious sunny day and over one hundred people came along to take part. There were activities for everyone, sales of plants and crafts and of course refreshments. Overall feedback was very positive and we hope to be able to hold a similar event next year.
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Harvest Festival – Sunday 3rd October 2021 St Martin’s will be supporting Yiewsley and West Drayton Foodbank at Harvest. Please donate one of the following items to help people from the UB7 area. Donations can be placed in the collecting box at St Martin’s at any time or brought to this service. Jam
Sugar
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1. The summer lasts from June to September in the northern hemisphere. When is the sum-mertime in the southern hemisphere? A. From June to September, B. From October to December, C. From December to March 2. Which of the following facts is NOT true about the summer solstice? A. It occurs in July each year, B. The sun reaches the highest point in the sky in the year C. The day has the most hours of daylight in the year 3. Sumardagurinn fyrsti, which literally means the first day of summer, is an annual public holiday in which European country? A. Denmark, B. Iceland, C. Finland 4. The phrase “the dog days of summer” is named after the “Dog Star”. What is the official name of this star? A. Sirius, B. Canopus, C. Vega 5. Which term is used for a period of unseasonable dry, warm weather in autumn from September to November? A. Arabian Summer, B. Persian Summer, C. Indian Summer 6. Which British rock band had a debut single called “In the Summertime”? A. The Small Faces, B. Mungo Jerry, C. Iron Maiden 7. The 2024 Summer Olympics will be held in which city? A. Los Angeles, B. Cape Town, C. Paris 8. When is the Christian festival of Midsummer Day celebrated? A. 24th June, B. 24th July, C. 24th August 9. Which ingredient can be used as the filling for a summer pudding? A. Fruits, B. Honey, C. Cream 10. Which OTC vitamin may be used as a sunscreen by ingesting or applying a solution to the skin? A. Vitamin A, B. Vitamin C, C. Vitamin D 11. Which are the 3 summer signs of the Zodiac? A. Capricorn, Sagittarius, and Scorpio, B. Virgo, Leo, and Cancer, C. Pisces, Aquarius, and Capricorn 12. What is the most traditional birthstone for August? A. Topaz, B. Pearl, C. Peridot 13. The term SPF on sunscreen products stands for what? A. Skin Protection Factor, B. Sun Protection Factor, C. Sun Protection Fraction 14. Which of the following explains why thunderstorms are often more common during the summer? A. Sunlight helps thunderstorms create lightning B. Hot weather aids the ocean’s tides in creating thunderstorms C. Humid and hot weather are ideal for the forming of thunderstorms
Editor’s Summer Quiz
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15. The Summer Time in Britain starts and ends on the last Sundays of which two months? A. March and October, B. April and September, C. May and December 16. In which country can you visit the Summer Palace, a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens, and palaces? A. Thailand, B. China, C. Vietnam 17. Queen Elizabeth II often spends her summer holiday in which royal residence? A. Balmoral Castle, B. Windsor castle, C. Sandringham House 18. What was the coldest temperature ever in summer in the United Kingdom, which was recorded in 1955 in Dalwhinnie? A. -11.2 Celsius degrees, B. -5.6 Celsius degrees, C. -0.7 Celsius degrees 19. “Shall I compare three to a summer’s day” is the opening line in which sonnet by Wil-liams Shakespeare? A. Sonnet number 3, B. Sonnet number 8, C. Sonnet number 18 20. Which year in the 60s was known as “The Summer of Love” with free-love, anti-war, drug, and hippie music scenes? A. 1961, B. 1965, C. 1967 21. The Summer Exhibition is held annually in which art gallery in London? A. The Royal Academy of Arts, B. The national Gallery, C. Whitechapel Gallery 22. The Summer Time was first introduced in Britain at what year? A. 1916, B. 1943, C. 1967 23. Why does summer in Europe occur at the same time as winter in New Zealand? A. Because of global warming, B. Because they are located on different hemispheres C. Because of the ocean streams 24. All of the following are summer fruits, EXCEPT… A. Blueberry, B. Quince, C. Apricot 25. The summer solstice is the first day of summer. What does “solstice” mean in Latin? A. Blue skies, B. Hot days, C. Sun stands still 26. In the southern hemisphere, the sun is directly over … on the first day of summer. A. Tropic of Cancer, B. Antarctic Circle, C. Tropic of Capricorn 27. Which of the following insects are most prevalent during the summer? A. Bees, B. Mosquitos, C. Flies 28. In 1984, U.S. President Ronald Reagan designated July as the national month of which summer food? A. Yogurt, B. Ice cream, C. Smoothies 29. In Eastern Asia, which kind of weather is often caused by monsoons? A. Dry weather, B. Cold weather, C. Rainy weather 30. The summer season in the United States is often regarded as ending on which national day? A. The Labor Day, B. The Independence Day, C. The Memorial Day
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No Problems - Just Solutions
Indoor Problems Lightbulb need changing? Curtains need hanging?
TV need tuning? Computer issues?
Outdoor Problems Grass need cutting? Hedge need trimming?
Call Kevin 07753 631376 [email protected]
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Lateral thinking puzzle - Sunny Day Weather Answer
The man drove his car into a drive-through car wash. After about 10 minutes, he leaves and drives his clean car home.
Editor’s Summer Quiz Answers
1: C. From December to March
2: A. It occurs in July each year 3: B. Iceland 4: A. Sirius 5: C. Indian Summer 6: B. Mungo Jerry 7: C. Paris 8: A. 24th June 9: A. Fruits 10: B. Vitamin C 11: B. Virgo, Leo, and Cancer 12: C. Peridot 13: B. Sun Protection Factor 14: C. Humid and hot weather are ideal for the forming of thunderstorms 15: A. March and October 16: B. China 17: A. Balmoral Castle 18: B. -5.6 Celsius degrees 19: C. Sonnet number 18 20: C. 1967 21: A. The Royal Academy of Arts 22: A. 1916 23: B. Because they are located on different hemispheres 24: B. Quince 25: C. Sun stands still 26: A. Tropic of Cancer 27: B. Mosquitos 28: B. Ice cream 29: C. Rainy weather 30: A. The Labor Day
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Hall Activities
Friday
Tae Kwondo 17:30 - 20:30
Saturday
Zumba Gold 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday
Little Soldiers 10:00 - 11:15
0-3 year olds + carers
(not in school holidays)
WI 14:15 - 16:15
(3rd Thursday of the Month)
AA 7-10pm
Wednesday
Irish Dance 19:00 - 21:00
Monday
Tae Kwondo 17:45 - 19:15
Items for inclusion in the August/September issue of Challenge must be with the Editor by Sunday 22nd August 2021 Items not received by this date will, if appropriate, be included in the next issue.
Email: [email protected]
Tuesday
Zumba Gold 10:00 - 11:00
Drama Group 16:00 - 18:30
History Society 19:00 - 21:00
(Last Tuesday of the Month)
Craft Group 19:00 - 21:00
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FUNERALS We thank God for the lives of:
John Albert Clark: 28 June 2021
Valerie Kathleen Walsh: 1 July 2021
Alan John Gorman: 8 July 2021
Gilbert Smith, 29 July 2021
We thank God for them. May they rest in peace
and through the mercy of Christ rise in glory.
We pray for those who mourn their passing,
asking God’s comfort and strength
for all the bereaved.
From the Church Registers
St Martin’S iS open on Sundays 10.15am - Holy Eucharist with music
all ages are welcome to this worship service that last about 35 mins.
on Wednesdays 10-11am - Peace and Quiet Hour Pop in and out any time to light a candle, sit, think, read, pray,
enjoy the tranquility of this ancient holy place. Everyone of all Faiths or none are welcome.
While in church, please remember to keep any Covid rules.
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Regular Services Each Sunday
8.00 am Holy Communion (said) 10.00 am Sung Euchar is t
Sunday School meets in the hall at 10am (except Family service) All Children Welcome.
1st Sunday of each month
10.00 am Family Service, a service for all, from 0 to 99
Monday to Saturday 9.30 am Morning Prayer
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Who’s Who
Vicar Rev Rosy Barrie ' 01895 442194
Church Wardens Uche Obi & Marie Tampin . 01895 434949 Hall Bookings Marie ' 07742 757377
PCC Secretary William Fairchild ' 01895 434949
Stewardship Julia Bennett ' 01895 851269
Pastoral Assistant Doris Hughes ' 01895 434949
Deanery Synod Mary Davie & Pat Dibben ' 01895 434949 Representatives
Sunday School Contact the Parish Office ' 01895 434949
Church Treasurer Emeka Obi 01895 434949
Editor of Challenge Kevin Stephens ' 01895 434949
Flowers Contact Pat via the Office ' 01895 434949
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Parish Office
St Martins Church, Church Road, West Drayton UB7 7PT
Tel: 01895 434949 (Answer Machine)
Email: [email protected]
www.stmartinwestdrayton.org.uk
Wedding & Baptism enquiries : Tuesday 5:30-6:30pm
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Fullers Landscapes
Driveways Block Paving
Fencing Brickwork
Decking Patios
Turfing Landscaping
Call Mark on:-
07931 527450
www.fullerlandscapes.co.uk
Funeral Directors & Memorial Stonemasons
the family you can turn to
Seven generations of our family have been helping and advising local families
providing both modest and traditional funerals with understanding and compassion
when you need it most
Yiewsley: 30 High Street (01895) 446 686
www.lodgebrothers.co.uk
Yiewsley & West Drayton
Senior citizens welfare
association
01895 443423 / 01895 443956
Meet at 1pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the Community
Centre. Admission 50p including tea & cakes.
Transport can be provided for a small charge
Bingo - tombola - raffle
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Contact:
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For more details contact the Parish Office
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