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Starbeck Methodist Church
February - March Issue 281
The Link
Dear Friends
I remember visiting the Bronte ParsonageMuseumin Haworth to view the Methodist Art Collection thatwasbeingexhibited. Onepaintingwasset inadimlylit room, among precious Bronte artefacts and itwasn’t until you moved across the room and stoodopposite the painting that you noticed it.
The effect of the lighting upon it was stunning andbreath-taking – it took me completely by surpriseand was what I can only describe as a ‘God-
moment’. You may remember the painting from your studies last year;“Untitled – Pentecost”. The artist, J Brokenshire, wanted “a sense of abird hovering” and a dark background was important in providing acontrast to highlight this.
Sometimes you have to take a step back to admire a painting. It is thenthat you can see the full details of the artist’s impression of the subject,the variety of tone and texture, especially if it is an oil painting such asthis one.
Howdowe see pictures in theBible?Accounts throughout theBible fireour imagination and place us in the story. The book of Genesis gives usa picture of God’s creation through the use of words. Jesus spoke topeople in ways they could understand by using ‘picture language’ (seeMatthew 5: 14-16 “you are the light of the world…”). There is a lot ofimagery in the Bible – the book of Revelation is particularly vivid anddescriptive.
If wehad to paint a picture of our church,what stylewould it be in? Whatmaterial would we use? What story would wewant to tell? What wouldbe in the detail? Would anyone be able to understand it?As we approach Lent, let’s step back and intentionally observe the‘picture language’ around us.
2 Reverend Ann Fox Minister
Reverend Ann Fox, Minister 3
What do we say to others about our church? Howwelcomingare we? Are there ways in which we can support each other?Where does Christ’s light shine? What do we say about ourdiscipleship inChrist? Of his offering on the cross and the joyof his resurrection?
Take amoment to ‘look at the painting’ and to study the detail- look for the stories that are being told around us and in ourcommunity. You may be surprised by a ‘God-moment’!
When I survey the wondrous cross,on which the Prince of Glory died,my richest gain I count but loss,and pour contempt on all my pride.
StF 287 Isaac Watts (1674-1748)
Every blessing Rev. Ann Fox11 Emerald CloseHarrogate HG1 [email protected] 881116
Luncheon ClubAnyone interested, they do not have to be a Church member, the only
stipulation is that they are over 60single/widow/widower/couples
Three course lunch for £3:50 everyTuesday at 12 noon
Also, if anyone would like to be a helper (on a rota system) we would beonly too pleased for assistance
4 Services in FebruaryStarbeck Methodist Church, 93 High Street, Harrogate HG2 7LH
www.starbeckmethodistchurch.org.uk
[email protected] 5th February10:30am Mrs Helen Evison
Flowers donated byMrs V Brodie
arranged by Julia delivered by Leigh Neville
10:30amJoint service with Life Destiny Church, plus pastoral visitors' rededication
Rev. Ann Fox (All Age Worship)
Flowers donated by
arranged byChris delivered byJulie Hodson
Sunday 12th February
10:30amBaptism of Holly Clifton-Smith
Rev. Ann Fox (Holy Communion)
Flowers donated by Mrs Coyne, Mr & Mrs Light & Mrs M Mitchellarranged byAline delivered byPam Dawson
Sunday 19th February
I.M.O. Betty Crooks
9am10:30amFlowers donated by Mrs M Doyle & Mr M Clipston
arranged by Anne Delivered Joyce Routh
Sunday 26th February
Rev. Leonora WassellRev. Christine Gillespe (Holy Communion)
We are planning a weekly Monday eveningreflection during Lent. Please look out for further
information
Services in February 5
Sunday 5th March10:30am Miss Anna Cooley
Flowers donated by
arranged by Julia delivered by Leigh Neville
10:30am Rev. Ann Fox (All Age Worship)Flowers donated by Mrs S Clapham, Mrs M Newbould &
Mrs B Wood
arranged byChris delivered by Olive Duncan
Sunday 12th March
10:30am Rev. Keith Page (Holy Communion)
Flowers donated by Mrs V Brodie & Mrs Brassington
arranged by Anne delivered by Julie Hodson
Sunday 19th March
9am10:30am
Rev. Ann Fox (Holy Communion)Preacher to be confirmed
Flowers donated by Mr & Mrs Binks, Mr & Mrs Nowell
arranged by Chris delivered by Pam Dawson
Sunday 26th March
Mrs H Brodie
& Mr & Mrs Bailes
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6 A Plea from Harrogate Homeless
We have seen a reduction in our donations over recent months butas you know, both the hostel and Springboard rely on donateditems to last the whole year. Below I’ve made a list of muchneeded items, but of course anything is welcome, particularly non-perishable food items that we can store.
Tinned meat products Cooking oilCooking sauces Tinned vegetablesToilet rolls Cleaning productsDeodorants (male/female) ShampooHair conditioner Shaving gelDisposable razors ToothpasteToothbrushesCondiments and sauces (ketchup, brown sauce etc)
As a general rule, I suggest to people that anything they use withintheir home, the hostel needs too!
I hope you can help with this request, if you need any furtherinformation please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regardsLizChief ExecutiveHarrogate Homeless Project Ltd01423 566900
Registered Charity No. 1011337
Registered Company No. 2634724
Ladies Fellowship 7
STARBECK METHODIST LADIES CIRCLE
Our next meetings are as below, commencing at 7.30pm withrefreshments following the talks, and all are welcome: annual membersfree admittance, guests £2.50:
Wednesday 1 February:Mrs Jane Blayney on behalf of Friends of the Valley Gardens will give anillustrated presentation on work recently undertaken and planned for
the future.
Wednesday 8 March:Mr Barry Bishop (RSPB) will give an illustrated presentation on
‘Shetland – Edge of the World’. Please note this date is a week laterthan originally advertised.
The next Coffee Morning organised by the Ladies Circle will be onSaturday 8 February from 9.30-11.30a.m.
Following our January Knit n Natter evening, to date 6 knitted blanketshave been donated to Belmont Nursing Home in Starbeck, and a box ofchildren’s jumpers, together with knitted hats and scarves have beendonated to www.knitfornowt.org who will distribute the items to needycharities in Yorkshire. Many thanks to all those who have contributed.Any further donations will be likewise sent on.If you are not a knitter, just come along for a natter!
Best wishesAnn AbbottBookings Secretary
Welcome to 2017
I hope that you enjoyed the nativity video that we filmedwith Life Destiny Church. It was hard work but I think that itwas successful.
We are now looking at Prayer in our class and haveorganised a Prayer Board which I hope that people will use.There are post-it notes to leave a message for prayers thatwe can use on Sundays.
We would always welcome newmembers from aged3/4years.
Pauline Mulholland
8 Funtime
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PARK GROVE and STARBECK METHODISTKNIT 'n' NATTER GROUP
meet at 1:30pm on the first and third Monday afternoon of eachcalendar month [term time only - please see Church Notices] : Pleasebring your own knitting or help us with one of our Group Projects : Moreinformation from Rev Gillian Robertson 01423
869730
Gardening news 9
A big thank you to everyone whohelped the last time to tidy the Churchgarden. We did this late November andsomebody was on our side as it was alovely bright sunny morning.The bulbs are starting to show, thankyou to the Brigades who planted them,so in the Spring, fingers crossed weshould have a splash of colour.We have moved the grasses from the bottom border to the arealeading onto the grass at the side of the Church, and they seemto have settled in well to their new surroundings.A new panel of fencing had to be bought, as we think somebody
reversed into it, ececting it was a job for themen, it just needs another coat of paint, ajob in the spring.Plans for the future, in the area at the bottomof the car park, we hope to plant up with bigbold flowers to replace the grasses. Thesmall border by the fencing we are going tomake into an Alpine area, so watch thisspace.
I have managed to find a bird bath (this is in memory of BettyCrooks) and once the weather improves it will be securely placedin the memorial garden under a cherry tree.All I can say is roll on spring, so we can get back into the garden,and enjoy it as we hope you do.Anne
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Church Charity 2016 – 2017This year the Church will besupporting CAP (Christians AgainstPoverty). You may have been at theservice in October when arepresentative from the charity cameand spoke to us about their work.
Their aim is to provide practical helpand support for people who aresuffering poverty for whatever reason.
LDC (Life Destiny Church) next door are very much involved inthis charity and run classes for people who wish to help.
As usual we have our notice board for more information and willbe running coffee mornings throughout the year, so please dokeep looking.
URGENT APPEALCOOKS NEEDED
We urgently need cooks for Lunch Club (Rota basis).Anyone interested please contactChris Thomas on 01423 887504
Also Helpers needed on Tuesdays again on a Rota basis
Fun time: Sudoku 11Three Sudoku’s this month, one easy, one medium and one hard.Suppose the question is, which one is which?
COFFEE SHOPSFebruary
4th February Ladies CircleJoyce & Mollie
11th February Flowers & GardensAnne Hoole (Wharfedale Room)
18th February TraidcraftJulia Mosley
25th February Starbeck School PTACaroline Mullier
MARCH4th March Leprosy Mission
Margaret Light (Wharfedale Room)11th March Brigades
Mark & Vicki18th March Rainbows
Janet Thackwray25th March Church Charity (CAP)
Shirley Clapham
APRIL1st April Soroptimists
Val Hills (for their charity)
We always are grateful for donations of cakes, preserves etc.to sell on these mornings.
Please bring along your friendsand neighbours for a socialmorning, and plenty of chat.Thank you to all those who givetheir time to run these mornings.
12 Saturday mornings
FUNCTIONS FOR FUN & FELLOWSHIP 13
NORTHERN VOICES CHOIRMusical Director – Gillian SildSaturday 11th March at 7.30pm
Adults £7, child £3, Family £16 (2+2)Pay at the door
Light refreshments in the intervalCome along with all your friends, family and neighbours tohear this excellent mixed voice choir from the North East.
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THE HARROGATE BAND IN CONCERTMusical Director – Dean JonesSaturday 8th April at 7.30pm
Adults £7, child £3, Family £16 (2+2)Pay at the door
Light refreshments in the intervalCome along to hear a great local Brass Band and bring
yourfriends and neighbours for a fabulous night of music.
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Our Christmas Surprise Concert was just that, what a lot oftalented people we have in our own Church. From solo’s tothe choir. From readings and monologues.
From comedy to drama. Not to forget our talented newMinister Rev Ann with her piano playing solo and duets withMalcolm, to her new carol sung as a duet with Keith andaccompanied on her Keyboard. Also her husband’sarrangement of Elton John’s “I’m still standing” to “Jesus isstill standing”.
Thanks also to Stray Sound, and Ann & Robert foraccompaniment. We all had a fabulous evening, pity if youmissed it! where were you? We also raised £413.35 for ourChurch Funds.!!!!
14 Prayers and your continued support
HARROGATE FOODBANKThere is still a need for food for the Foodbank in Harrogate. Over1400 people have been fed this yearalready and the need is not getting anyless.There is always a need for Long LifeMilk and Fruit Juice, sugar, puddingsand custard, rice pudding, tinned fruitand vegetables as well.
Please keep giving to this cause. Also if you have any clean, tidycarrier bags please donate them as they are in need of these topack the food in for the clients. Please fold them and put them inthe box in the porch and we will make sure they get them. This willsave on money as they have needed to buy them. I know we allmostly have reusable bags but if you do get a carrier please thinkof the Foodbank before disposing of it.
Thank youAline & Keith
PrayersWe ask that you hold these people before God in prayer.
The family of Pat Mills Claire Barker and familyThe Brassington family Shirley and Elliot ClarkeJessie Hall Leslie TernentLeigh Neville Rosemary VaseyPlease let me know if you would like your name added to the list.
Anne Hoole: Pastoral Secretary
Church finances
We are coming up to the half year, the total of weekly collections hasfallen slightly. If you would like to know about weekly giving
envelopes and advice on Gift Aid, please contact Sarah Mulholland.Thank you for your donations to the work of the church.
A great journey starts with a single step. 15
We meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month,7pm-9pm in church.
It’s been a real honour to meet with these youngpeople as they continue their journeys of faith. In December we took the youngpeople to St Georges Crypt in Leeds for the contemporary carols service, whichwas a great alternative service, we followed it up with a cheeky McDonalds. Theend of our session was an old school Christmas Party with traditional party games,it was a lovely evening of fellowship to end the term. We restarted on 15th Januarywith the challenging topic of “Why do bad things happen to good people”. Anevening like that really demonstrates how great a group we have as everyone wasable to express their opinions and we had some great conversations.
NewMembersWe are looking to let as many people know about this new venture as we possiblycan so if you know a young person in year 7 or above, please tell them about usand encourage them to come down or contact us by email [email protected].
Help wanted!In order to provide Project B members with a broad experience of faith and life,and to give them the input they ask for, with the subject matters close to them, weare looking for helpers. We’re not just looking for people to lead or help on aSunday night (although if you’d like to we’d be thrilled!), we’d also appreciate anyhelp with ideas for ways to expand the experience of projectb, whether it is gettingus involved with events, ways in which we can engage with circuit, or new topics tocover in our regular Sunday meetings. If you are interested in helping us we’re surewe’ll be able to find a way for you to help! Just speak to Mark, Vicki, or Dave oremail us at [email protected]. Also thank you to the peoplewho’ve kindly volunteered to help with preparing food – we’ll betaking you up on your offer!
Please pray for all involved, both young people and leaders, as welearn more about God together.
The Project B Teams
16 Friday night activitiesNever a dull a moment.
As always every Friday is a hive of activity (andnoise!).
It is with real pleasure that we are able to announce the arrival of Chris andLucy’s baby. Morris Paul McMahon arrived in the early hours of Boxing Daymorning at 8lb 1oz. We are so delighted for them.
The first term of this year ended with our now annual Christmas Party Night.It was a fantastic night and was as ever very well supported by parents andmembers of the church family. Bringing our usual brand of organised chaoswith a Christmas feel. If you were there thank you very much for supportingit, if you weren’t there we hope to see you there next year!!
This term is always a unique one due to the efforts put in by our youngpeople ready for their uniformed competitions.
We have already seen an increase in numbers this year with two newmembers having joined in 2017 which is a real joy.
Anchors & Explorers’ topic this half term is 'Weather'. We have alreadylooked at rainbows and Noah, wind and Jesus calming the storm, and we aregoing to move onto looking at winter weather. We have also welcomed anew starter, so our little group is gradually growing.
Juniors continue to explore and learn. We have introduced some new games,which maintain the energy of the group. In the run up to Christmas, ValRogers came down to help us make some Christmas Biscuits.
Company section have been working on map skills, learning co-ordinates,understanding map symbols and beginning preparation work for anexpedition.
Senior Boys completed looking at communication, and are preparing to run asection evening for the juniors, which is not small thing to ask of the young
More Friday night activities....17
people.
Brigader & Senior Girls have started a new topic entitled “Safe andSound”. So far we’ve thought about “what makes a woman” anddiscussed the qualities of the following women in the bible: Sarah, Mary,Martha, Esther, Elizabeth, Naomi and Ruth.
The band continues to progress and at the moment we are learning newtunes, reviving old ones, and developing a new move for the display. Wewould like to thank the band members for their willingness to committhemselves and their time to the various events we are asked to performat, notably Remembrance Day and Boys' Brigade Founder's Day, we hada lovely informal evening in early December. We now look ahead toperforming at the display and other events in the pipeline for nearer thesummer.
Get Alexie to GhanaWe wanted to add our thanks to the church family for your support ofAlexie and her large target. We’re thrilled to say that she has met heroriginal target and very proud that she’s continuing to work hard tofundraise to be able to donate to the event as well as to a local charity inGhana.
Upcoming EventsSaturday 28th January is our first coffee morning of 2017, followed by 11th
March, we hope you’ll support them.Saturday 4th February is BB Yorkshire county battalion table tenniscompetition.
Prayer PointsThank you for your prayers! Please continue to prayfor the wellbeing of our young people and staff, as
many of them journey through their own difficult times. We also pray that ournumbers continue to increase and that our Fridays continue to be a hive ofenergy and excitement, where our young people feel safe and able to exploretheir own faith.
NewMembersWe need your help as ever, we are always looking for new members so if youknow a young person between the ages of 4 and 17 who would enjoy being amember of Boys’ or Girls’ Brigade please tell them more about us andencourage them to come down or contact us by email.([email protected]). If you know of an opportunity for us topromote The Brigades either by putting up posters or attending events pleaselet us know. Together let’s see our Brigades grow and develop.
Help wanted!As our numbers are growing so is our need for helpers. We’re not just lookingfor people to help on a Friday night (although if you’d like to we’d bethrilled!), we’d also appreciate one-off help with fundraising, recruitment,coffee mornings, mini bus driving, and ideas for Friday night sessions. Ifyou’ve got a skill or an interest and are interested in helping us we’re surewe’ll be able to find a way for you to help! Just speak to any of our leaders oremail us at [email protected] .
In the past people have helped us by organising visits such as going to the firestation and Pets at Home, or by coming down on the occasional Friday todemonstrate a specific skill such as baking, nail care etc. These evenings are afantastic opportunity for our leaders to be able to enjoy learning alongsidethe children rather than always leading from the front.
If there’s any way that you think the Brigades might be able to help you or acause close to your heart please get in touch and we’ll see what we can do!
The Brigades
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thank you and editors last word 19Thank you to all the Brigade staff for a wonderful Christmas party. Itwas so nice to see all the children having fun and for all the time theygive to Brigades.God bless you all as you teach the children to seek service and followChrist.
So, wer'e nearing the end of January 2017, Christmas haspassed into memory and the evenings seem to be getting lighteras we move into Spring.I can't believe how quickly Ann has made Starbeck her Church,she's a natural and I look forward to exploring faith with her goingforward, a quick question, is 6 months too soon to start heckling?The new year has also brought changes to Church life, Jennyand George moved to Lincolnshire to be closer to family andwhilst we miss them dearly, its great to hear that they havesettled in and are enjoying life in their new community.Tea 'N' Chat has taken a sabbatical but it's great that Chris hastaken over the reins of refreshments after services and Sarah willcontinue to contribute Lemon drizzle and now victoria sponge ifthe speed in which it disappeared on Sunday is a fair reflection ofits appeal.With all this change, I feel we need to do something with thecontent of the Link, This is the 7th year that I've been editing thechurch magazine so it could do with a change, so what so youwant to see? Does anyone do the Sudoku that I include everyedition? There has been talk of a freecycle style page where wecan highlight items we no longer need but others would benefitfrom. Let me have your suggestions for content to improve ourChurch magazine.God BlessSimon
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