B E N E F I C E M A G A Z I N E APRIL 2021 70p ALL SAINTS Grove Road, Fishponds, Bristol www.allsaintsfishponds.co.uk “Come Gather, Come Worship, Come As You Are” ST. MARY’S Manor Road, Fishponds, Bristol Holding Together In Hope www.stmarysfishponds.org.uk
All Saints Church Fishponds DONATE* Please help us to keep the Church, Hall and Grounds safe for safe for this and future use. You can donate in the following way TEXT HQJB01 to 70331 to give £3 HQJB01 to 70970 to give £5 HQJB01 to 70191 to give £10 OR GO TO http://easydonate.org/HQJB01 *Your donation will be processed and administered by the National Funding Scheme, operating DONATE, a charity registered in England and Wales (1149800) and Scotland (SC045106). In addition to any text donation, you will incur your standard network message charge (based on your service provider rates). *For Terms and Conditions, see www.easydonate.org St. Mary’s Church Fishponds Giving Our church is funded almost entirely by donations and fund raising. We provide several different ways of giving to enable people to give in a way that they are happy with. Some do standing orders and the envelope scheme. For those who don’t carry cash anymore, or who have forgotten their wallet we have a card reader in church which can take card payments including contactless, apple pay and google pay. We are also able to take card payments over the phone. Or you can go to our Website and to the donation page and click on our PayPal link to make a donation. Beavers Monday’s 6.15pm Tel: 0117 958 4164 Contacts for Scouting Groups Cubs Thursday’s 6.45pm East Bristol Partnership Office Co-ordinator Amy Donaldson Tel: 0117 958 6412 Email: [email protected] Web site: www.ebpbristol.org.uk 2 Scouts Thursday’s 8.00pm Tel: 078 5452 0595 www.13thbristolscouts.uk You can scan this code bar to take you to the donate site
CONTACTS for the BENEFICE of ALL SAINTS CHURCH & ST. MARY’S CHURCH Vicar Revd. Lizzie Kesteven - Tel: 0117 965 0856 Curate Revd. Janey Hiller - Tel: 0117 239 0625 Ordinand Diane Simms - Tel: 0117 951 8419 Lay Reader Mark Simms - Tel: 0117 951 8419 Church Warden Church Warden PCC Secretary PCC Treasurer Baptisms Weddings/Funerals Contacts for All Saints Church Elaine Seretny Nigel Heath Chris Whitehead Tam Pearce Helen Whitehead Anita Lavis Safeguarding Officers Helen Whitehead - Tel: 0117 965 4697 Jenny Macey - Tel: 0117 951 8127 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Contacts for St. Mary’s Church Church Warden Mary Ewing Church Warden PCC Secretary PCC Treasurer Baptisms Matt Timms Mary Ewing Sue Godfrey Tel: 0117 382 6324 Tel: 0117 932 5936 Hannah Gazeley Email: [email protected] Email:[email protected] Email: [email protected] Weddings/Funerals Amy Donaldson Email: [email protected] Safeguarding Officers Kate Hancocks & Clare Munoz 3 Email: [email protected] Tel: 0117 902 5257 Tel: 0117 965 2893 Tel: 0117 965 4697 Tel: 078 0098 7672 Tel: 0117 965 4697 Tel: 0117 307 9117
A Time to Heal – From Ecclesiastes to Easter. Time has done funny things in this last year. It feels as if all our rhythms of life have been upended and we have had to manage time in a very different way. At moments time has seemed like it is never ending, each day spanning into the horizon as we adapt to how to be very much more local and centred at home. The rush of life curtailed and stopped. Time has on other occasions felt earth shatteringly short as more and more has been crammed into the 24 hours available during the day. I know some parents who wake at 5am to work for three hours, before then home schooling for the next 6, and then picking up work again late into the evenings. It has for some felt like ground hog day. Time means different things to different people and circumstances and for all people that in itself has been fundamentally changed in the last year. As this April 2021 and Easter comes around again it is a passage from Ecclesiastes that I have been pondering. (Ecclesiastes is bang on half way through the bible if you open it in the middle - it will be somewhere near there!) Ecclesiastes addresses the subject of time, and what God’s time might look like In Chapter 3 of Ecclesiastes the writer speaks about time. That there is a time for everything. A time for different seasons. A time for different actions. A time for different emotions. It speaks of a time of mourning and a time of 4
dancing, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to search and a time to give up. It speaks of a time to heal. Ecclesiastes doesn’t shy away from the hard and challenging messages either, it controversially perhaps speaks of a time to tear up, a time to die and a time for war. More and more I am convinced as I listen to different people about their experiences of the last year, I am sure that as a world, as a country and as this small community of Fishponds, as a church that we need that time of healing more than ever. And yet what does that look like? What does healing look like? It may well as we emerge to less restrictions look like being able to see people who we haven’t for over a year. It may mean a gentle walk to the shops for the first time in months. It may mean emerging slowly and taking our time to see how the world has changed and who we are now as a people. It may mean time to look back and reflect and remember, to pray and to contemplate what God needs of us now in this time? –Does that look like it used to? Do we want it to? Does it need to? To seek healing can mean making peace with friends and family and neighbours, where perhaps fractious encounters and conversations (online and off!) due to heightened anxiety and stress has led to broken relationships. It might look like making time for conversations that are more in depth and less fleeting than before. Checking in and saying not just “How are you?” – but - “How has it been for you”. A time of healing will no doubt involve a lot of listening. A lot of grieving. A lot of catch up and a lot of time to reflect on who now we might be. 5
Easter is for Christians the “great re-set”. It is a time of tension between the cross and the empty tomb. It is a time of mourning and a time of celebration. It is the place and time when Christians believe that God completely re set the way of the world through breaking the power and fear that death holds over humanity, and making us a resurrection people. A people who believe that death in the light of Jesus resurrection has been transformed. It is ultimately a time of healing. I hope and pray that in this time – between the wisdom of Ecclesiastes and the place of Easter - that as churches we will know that Easter message, proclaim the greatness of the empty tomb and take the time to know the healing power and might of Jesus Christ who conquered the grave in God’s name. Revd Lizzie The Way by Nigel Beeton Come, still your hearts, let troubles go For you believe in Me, And I am with you, I will show The way ahead of thee. My Father’s house has many rooms You know my words are so! My Spirit and my Word illumes The way that you shall go. I am the Way, the Truth, the Life Believe and you shall see The way through tempest and through strife To My eternity. 6
READINGS FOR APRIL 3rd Easter Eve (White) “We will tell the story together from Creation to Exodus through Prophets to Jesus and his Resurrection” Romans 6: 3 - 11; Mark 16: 1 - 8. 4th Easter Day (White) Acts10: 34 - 43; Mark 16: 1 - 8. 11th Second Sunday of Easter (White) Acts 4: 32 - 35; John 20: 19 - end. 18th Third Sunday of Easter (White) Acts 3: 12 - 19; Luke 24: 36 - 48. 25th Fourth Sunday of Easter (White) Acts 4: 5 - 12; John 10: 11 - 18. 2nd MAY Fifth Sunday of Easter (White) Acts 8: 26 - end; John 15: 1 - 8. APRIL PRAYERS ✤We continue to pray for all those working in the NHS and caring agencies, as they work tirelessly towards eliminating the pandemic in the UK. ✤ We pray for all people, wherever they are, that their governments would work towards the elimination of COVID, and that all may have the resources to do what is needful. ✤ We remember all who have lost their livelihoods or family members to this pandemic. 7
✤ We remember all groups in society who have been disproportionately affected the pandemic. ✤ Help us to take a new compassion, learned over the past year, forward into our lives, and help us to remember what has been good too, about the last year. ✤ We remember too, the family of Sarah Everard, murdered in London, recently. Help all society to keep women safe, supported and enabled to fulfil their potential without fear, violence or oppression. ✤ Help us all as worshipping communities to feel our way towards the new normal, for fellowship, worship and our lives together, here in Fishponds. DIOCESE OF BRISTOL Transforming Church. Together Our world is constantly changing with many opportunities and challenges, affecting our daily lives and our relationships with others. The Diocese of Bristol wants to ensure it shares God’s hope by meeting everyone’s spiritual needs, inspiring worship, transforming lives and providing support where it is needed most. Together we want to become a better church. Together we want to be a force for good, and be open and welcoming to all. 8
We are now inviting you to be a part of this journey by participating in Transforming Church. Together, a process of developing a new vision and set off priorities for the diocese over the coming years. WHAT IS TRANSFORMING CHURCH? The Church of England in our region is shaping a new vision and set of priorities for the coming years. We want to understand what we do well, what we can change for the better and create a positive way forward together. We will listen carefully to understand what each other think and feel about God and the Church of England, but also about our communities, society and the world. The aim is to be relentlessly inclusive in our approach and we are committed to listening to voices that we don’t often hear, opinions that we find difficult and those that challenge the status quo. Who is it for? Transforming Church. Together is for everyone in the Diocese of Bristol, both within and outside the church. We aim to be relentlessly inclusive in our approach and we are committed to listening to voices that we don’t often hear. We want to engage with and understand the perspectives of people inside the church, those who relate to it and those who may never have given it a thought. Why are you doing this now? This work begins in a complex world that is experiencing seismic changes. Covid-19, Brexit, racism, growing inequalities, the climate crisis, ongoing digital revolution, approaching recession and debates over human identity are disrupting and changing society and communities. At the same time, we know that numbers of regular worshippers are declining and the role of the Church of 9
England in wider society is contested more now than it has been in recent history. We know we need to do things differently in the future and so with your help create a positive way forward together. The Diocese of Bristol will be engaging with people in a variety of ways – such as through virtual meetings and workshops, online questionnaires, social media and through churches. They will be talking with and listening to those both within and outside the church. This engagement will last until April 2021, following which the responses will be used to help work out a new vision and set of priorities for the diocese. A final plan for the years ahead is expected to be completed in the Autumn. If you are able to access the Bristol Diocese website, you are very welcome to fill in the online questionnaire. Also please contact Revd Lizzie if you are interested in taking part in the online workshop she will be able to direct you to one or set one up as a parish/benefice. Thank you for helping us shape our future. Prayer God of the Way, you call us to leave familiar places and to set out on new paths. Enlarge our vision of your work in the communities we serve, speak to us through the people we encounter, and open our hearts to your love. Give us courage and boldness to engage together in this time of prayer and discernment; and by your Holy, life-giving and creative Spirit, renew your church in prayer and service, and in sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ, in whose name we pray. Amen. 10
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COFFEE BREAK TIME (Answers on page 26) Acros 1. Relating to the whole universe (6) 4. The disciple who made the remark in 8 Across (John 20:24) (6) 8. ‘Unless I see the nail marks — — hands, I will not believe it’ (John 20:25) (2,3) 9. He urged King Jehoiakim not to burn the scroll containing Jeremiah’s message (Jeremiah 36:25) (7) 10. Baptist minister and controversial founder of America’s Moral Majority, Jerry — (7) 11. ‘Look, here is — . Why shouldn’t I be baptized?’ (Acts 8:36) (5) 12. Repossessed (Gen 14:16) (9) 17. Port from which Paul sailed on his last journey to Rome (Acts 27:3–4) (5) 12
19. ‘Moses was not aware that his face was - because he had spoken with the Lord’ (Ex 34:29) (7) 21. Roonwit, C.S. Lewis’s half-man, half-horse (7) 22. Grill (Luke 24:42) (5) 23. ‘The lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the - apostles’ (Acts 1:26) (6) 24. ‘I was sick and you looked after me, I was in - and you came to visit me’ (Matthew 25:36) (6) Down 1. Coastal rockfaces (Psalm 141:6) (6) 2. Academic (1 Corinthians 1:20) (7) 3. Publish (Daniel 6:26) (5) 5. For example, the Crusades (4,3) 6. 11 Across is certainly this (5) 7. He reps (anag.) (6) 9. Liberator (Psalm 18:2) (9) 13. Man who asked the question in 11 Across was in charge of all her treasury (Acts 8:27) (7) 14. They must be ‘worthy of respect, sincere, not indulging in much wine’ (1 Timothy 3:8) (7) 15. The human mind or soul (6) 16. ‘O Lord, while precious children starve, the tools of war increase; their bread is — ’ (Graham Kendrick) (6) 18. ‘We played the flute for you, and you did not — ’ (Matthew 11:17) (5) 20. Bared (anag.) (5) SATURDAY LUNCHES @ St. Marys Church Serving light lunches on the following Saturdays 10th & 24th April, 12noon - 2pm Please remember to observe social distancing 13
DUTY TIME All Saints Services and 4th Easter Day 8.00am Services 10.30am Wardens Parish Street 8.00am - Celebrating Easter Outside for All Age Holy Communion - 10.30am N. Heath / D. Williams 11th 2nd Sunday of Easter Holy Communion - E. Seretny / G. Smith - Marlborough Gardens Marlborough Street DUTY TIME St Mary’s Services 4th Easter Day Celebrating Easter 10.00am Services 6.30pm All Age Holy Communion Outdoor Easter egg hunt - Mundy Thursday 1st April - 6.30pm Zoom Agape Meal with Revd. Janey Details will be notified Holy Communion - Mundy Thursday 1st April - 8.30pm Said Holy Communion at St. Mary’s with Watch from 9.00pm Good Friday - 2nd April, 10.00am All Saints Church Family All Age Service with activities. Story and making Easter Gardens 14 11th 2nd Sunday of Easter
18th TIME 8.00am 10.30am 8.00am 10.30am - Benefice Cafe - Church on Zoom - - Marlborough Court 18th TIME 10.00am 3rd Sunday of Easter 10.30am Benefice Cafe Church on Zoom 6.30pm Holy Communion - Good Friday 2nd April - 1.30pm Liturgy of the Last Supper at St. Mary’s Easter Eve 3rd April Outdoor Fire with First Holy Communion & Baptism Renewal at St. Mary’s Please check notice board for time. 15 Evening Prayer EASTER SUNDAY Services at St. Mary’s 10.00am & All Saints 10.30am Holy Communion - N. Heath / S. Cook - Midland Terrace for April 25th 4th Sunday of Easter Duty Rota for April 25th 3rd Sunday of Easter 4th Sunday of Easter Holy Communion 2nd May 5th Sunday of Easter - Holy Communion - T.B.A. New Buildings 2nd May 5th Sunday of Easter
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EVERY - LAST - DROP With every gift, we help people like Rose and stop this climate crisis In Kenya, extreme weather is making it harder and harder to survive. For communities fighting the climate crisis, every last drop matters and every last one of us can help them thrive. The coronavirus pandemic has only increased the urgent need for families to access a reliable source of water. The devastating climate crisis robs people of the water and food they need to live. Rose walks for six hours to fetch water for her grandchildren. She tries hard to give them the kind of life she remembers from when she was a girl: when the rivers flowed with water and the crops bore fruit. Rose and her grandchildren shouldn’t have to go hungry. A simple earth dam, built with the help of Christian Aid’s partners and your donations, could completely change her life. This Christian Aid Week, you can be one of the hundreds of thousands of our supporters who give, act and pray to stop this climate crisis driving people like Rose to hunger. 17
MAKING A DASH FOR IT - VICAR AND RUNNING MATE GO FOR BROKE (N!) IN A SPONSORED HALF MARATHON FOR CHRISTIAN AID AND SELF INJURY SUPPORT. Well….so it comes to this. After 5 years of plodding up and down the cycle path and around the Frome Valley just for fun, it felt the right time to try and run a half marathon – which I have never done before in my whole life. That’s a whopping 13 miles! It’s not an organised one – like the Bristol half marathon (most of those happen on a Sunday so a bit awkward!) but just me and a mate (Flo Weston) running that 13 miles up the cycle path from Bath to Bristol on Monday April 19th 2021. So you will have to trust us – and Strava! Anyhow it would seem odd to run this and not do it for charity. There are so many charities that I could support – but one of the first that I was aware of as a child was Christian Aid. I was taken out to post those envelopes through letter boxes and then sent back to collect them a week later. I have since then always had a bit of a soft spot for this charity. It is also Christian Aids 75th Anniversary – so if I could get 75 donations that would be wonderful! It resources people locally in communities to make long term and sustainable change. It works in countries regardless of creed or colour. It is a rather wonderful thing and also close to the hearts of many in St Marys and All Saints. Like lots of charities this year – the pandemic has made it more than difficult to fundraise. So if you want to, if you used to bake or buy a cake each month at All Saints or you went along to the quizzes at St Marys or if this is the easiest way to do something for someone else in the world right now then please do think about sponsoring me. 18
This year Christian Aids focus is three fold – KENYA, COVID REPONSE AND CLIMATE JUSTICE – an incredible country, an immediate need and a long term essential. Alternatively if you want to support a local closer to home charity then Flo (my running buddy) is running for – Self Injury Support – SIS - A local mental health team, who provide support and training to those who are affected by self-harm. They are very close to the ground and local in Bristol supporting a 24 hour helpline for people. It’s also a brilliant charity. Flo says this “Despite the rhetoric around the importance of mental health, charities supporting individuals and their families are struggling to secure funding amid all the change and uncertainty. I have been involve with Self Injury Support for 3 years and they are quite simply amazing at what they do. Just as important to me as raising money, is raising the profile of SIS in the hope that more people will be able to access their fantastic resources.” So if you want to give, to both or either of these charities - we would be both delighted and humbled. We would also value your prayers. If you have people you know who would like to support either of us or both then please do share this “Good news”. LIZZIE – CHRISTIAN AID https://giving.tapsimple.org/online/christian-aid/making-adash-for-it FLO - SELF INJURY SUPPORT https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Florence-Weston 19
CHURCHYARD GARDENING GROUP at ST. MARY’S Every Monday from10am till 12noon A group meet up to do a spot of gardening and tidying up in the grounds. You are very welcome to come along and join us, but please bring your own refreshments and to social distance when gardening. ALL IN THE MONTH OF APRIL 500 years ago, on 27th April 1521 that Ferdinand Magellan, Portuguese explorer who led the first expedition to circumnavigate the earth, died at the hands of natives in the Philippines. He was aged 41. 300 years ago, on 3rd April 1721 that Robert Walpole became the first British Prime Minister. 250 years ago, on 13th April 1771 that Richard Trevithick, British mining engineer and inventor of the first steam locomotive, was born. 125 years ago, from 6th to 15th April 1896 that the first modern Summer Olympic Games were held in Athens. The original Olympics were banned by the Roman Emperor Theodosius (I or II) in either 393 or 426 AD. 20 95 years ago, on 21st April 1926 that Queen Elizabeth II was born in Mayfair, London. Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was the first child of the Duke and Duchess of York. Her father became King on the abdication of his brother King Edward VIII in 1936, from which time Elizabeth was the heir presumptive. 90 years ago, on 14th April 1931 that the first edition of the Highway Code was published in the UK. 80 years ago, on 12th April 1941 that Bobby Moore, British footballer, was born. He was Captain of the English team that won the 1966 World Cup and died in 1993.
75 years ago, on 21st April 1946 that John Maynard Keynes, British economist, died. He was the most influential economist of the 20th century, whose ideas formed the basis of Keynesian economics. 70 years ago, on 17th April 1951 that the Peak District National Park was established. It was Britain’s first national park. 60 years ago, on 11th April 1961 that Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann went on trial in Jerusalem. He was convicted on 12th September and executed in June 1962. 50 years ago, on 6th April 1971 that Igor Stravinsky, Russian composer, died. He was one of the most important and influential composers of the 20th century. 40 years ago, on 11th April 1981 that the Brixton riot took place in London. 5,000 youths rampaged through the streets, attacking police officers and damaging buildings, looting shops and setting cars alight. 30 years ago, on 3rd April 1991 that Graham Greene, novelist, short story writer, 21 playwright and journalist died. Author of Brighton Rock, Our Man in Havana and many more. 20 years ago, on 7th April 2001 that NASA launched its Mars Odyssey spacecraft to search for evidence of life and volcanic activity on Mars. It went into orbit around Mars and remains operational (though it will run out of propellant in 2025). It is the longest surviving continually active spacecraft orbiting another planet. (It has successfully mapped the distribution of water below the surface and discovered a vast amount of ice below the equatorial regions.) 10 years ago, on 29th April 2011 that the wedding of Prince William and Catherine (Kate) Middleton took place at Westminster Abbey in London. They were given the titles the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
WORD SEARCH Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Hallelujah! April brings us to Easter – the crucifixion, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ - the triumphant highlight of the Christian year. As St Paul pointed out, unless Jesus really did rise again, our faith is useless, and we may as well forget any hope of heaven or eternal life. passover bread wine body blood betrayal Jerusalem Pilate Judas trial crucifixion soldiers cross nails vinegar temple curtain tomb angel stone risen gardener Mary Gethsemane Jesus has Risen, Alleluia 22
At long last Barnardo’s have been able to receive the Christmas gifts that were so kindly donated by many off you during our Nativity Trail in December. John delivered them all on your behalf and received this following letter from them. I would like to thank you and your fellow collectors for your recent donation on behalf of everyone at Barnardo’s, not least the children and families who will benefit from your generosity. Barnardo’s supported 358,800 children, young people, parents and carers in 2019/2020 across the UK. Through our diverse local services we help the most vulnerable children and young people to transform their lives. We do this because we believe in children. Donations such as yours go a long way to making a lasting difference to the lives of children, young people and families, and we are extremely grateful for your support in what has been an extremely difficult year. Thank you again for choosing Barnardo’s. For young people from year 7 and upwards. To meet to talk, learn, pray and have fun together. 1st Sunday of the Month - 7.15pm For information contact Nigel on 0117 965 2893 or Revd. Lizzie 23
ONLINE - SAVE THE DATE Conference Saturday 8th May: 9.30am -1.30pm Saturday 22nd May: 9.30am - 1.30pm Living in Love and Faith are resources which are now available from the Church of England, which are helping to discern at this point in time for the Church its understanding of identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage. The conference is open to everyone on the above dates, booking is free and can be done by through EVenbrite via https://bristoldiocese.eventbrite.co.uk. It is anticipates the conferences will take place through the means of video, even if Covid-19 Measures have relaxed from what they are now. A book is available from www.chpublishing.co.uk or download a PDF copy from www.churchofengland.org EASY SUDOKU PUZZLES (Answers on page 26) MEDIUM 24
Easter: the Greatest News By Paul Williams, 10Publishing, £2.99 (discounts for packs) We don’t like to think about death. It’s morbid and uncomfortable because if we’re honest, deep down, many of us are fearful about what will happen when our time comes. But what if there was one who could take us through the door marked death with confidence? The story of Easter contains the greatest news – the answer to our biggest problem that will bring peace, assurance and freedom. Easter means that death can be the doorway to the beginning of the most wonderful experience of our lives. Stuck in the Mud? – stories of Hope for When You’re Stuck by John Prockter, Monarch, £8.99 At times of difficulty or transition we can often feel unable to move forward. Framed around 12 real-life sticking points in John Prockter’s life, this book offers hope in a faithful God and a pathway through difficult times. This could be helpful for those wanting to engage in the ups and downs of discipleship. Slow Down, Show Up and Pray by Ruth Rice, Authentic, £9.99 Looking after our mental health has never been so important. Many of us want to find simple ways to help our wellbeing that we can fit into our everyday life. After suffering her own mental health crisis, Ruth Rice set up the Renew Wellbeing charity, which helps churches to open safe spaces to help communities attend to their mental and emotional health. Packed full of personal stories, resources and practical guidance, this book will enable you to maintain your own wellbeing. Be present. Be prayerful. Be in partnership. 25
FROM THE EDITOR Happy Easter to everyone, I hope you enjoy any Easter Eggs that you may get. (I’m hoping!) It will be good to be able to celebrate Easter this year in Church, even though it will still be done with socially distancing in place. We still have to do our bit in taking care and staying safe, then in no time we will be able to get around more freely. So as Easter is here, I guess I’ll send you on an Easter Egg Hunt. Throughout the magazine I have hidden or tried too, coloured Easter eggs, how many can you find. Will let you know how many next month. The deadline for the May issue will be Sunday 11th April or earlier. Email your articles to [email protected] or call 0117 3079117. ANSWERS TO THIS MONTHS CROSSWORD & SUDOKU’S 26 E A S Y M E D I U M ACROSS: 1 Cosmic; 4 Thomas; 8 In his; 9 Delilah; 10 Falwell; 11 Water; 12 Recovered; 17 Sidon; 19 Radiant; 21 Centaur; 22 Broil; 23 Eleven; 24 Prison. DOWN: 1 Cliffs; 2 Scholar; 3 Issue; 5 Holy war; 6 Moist; 7 Sphere; 9 Deliverer; 13 Candace; 14 Deacons; 15 Psyche;16 Stolen; 18 Dance; 20 Debar.
Roles & Contacts for All Saints Church Parochial Church Council Members Luci Heath Anita Lavis Tam Pearce Mark Simms Diane Simms John Waldren Alison Wren Elisa Williams Chris Whitehead Dave Williams Deanery Synod Representatives Chris Whitehead Tel: 0117 965 4697 Tiny Tots John Waldren Tel: 0117 956 3208 Gift Aid Chris Whitehead Anita Lavis Mike Lavis Vacant Junior Church Lizzie Kesteven Tel: 0117 965 0856 Electoral Roll Helen Whitehead Tel: 0117 965 4697 Tel: 0117 307 9117 Tel: 0117 965 4697 Magazine Editor / Adverts Tel: 0117 307 9117 Hall Booking Secretary Elisa Williams Tel: 079 7395 3445 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Roles & Contacts for St. Marys Church Matt Timms Pete Walker Hannah Gazeley Sam Toogood Director of Music / Choir John Anson Tel: 0117 962 2093 General Enquiries Matt Timms [email protected] 27 Parochial Church Council Members John Ewing Edward Gleed Deanery Synod Representatives Leigh Cooper Wives Group Jean Button Tel: 0117 965 0218 Notes / News / Weekly Sheet Sam Toogood [email protected] Bob Bartlett Andrew Cooper
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