Tuesday 20th May 2008
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/health/7391975.stm
The Church of England has published a selection of prayers offering reassurance to students and teachers in coping with the current examination period. The special selection, which includes a prayer for busy teachers concerned about their class, and prayers and resources written for use by or with primary and secondary school students, is freely available at: www.cofe.anglican.org/prayers.
Alcuin, Deacon, Abbot of Tours (804) today;
Helena, Empress and Protector of the Holy Places (330) on Wednesday 21st;
the Feast of Corpus Christi on Thursday 22nd;
John and Charles Wesley, Evangelists and Hymn Writers (1791 and 1788) on Saturday 14th;
and Augustine, first Archbishop of Canterbury (605), John Calvin, Reformer (1564) and Philip Neri, Founder of the Oratorians and Spiritual Guide (1595) on Monday 26th.
This Sunday is the first Sunday after Trinity.
http://commentisfree.guardian.co.uk/simon_tisdall/2008/05/from_bad_to_worse.html
Tuesday 3 JUNE 2008 9.30am – 4pm
Rev Dr Alison Morgan
(ReSource)
Author of The Wild Gospel www.alisonmorgan.co.uk/
On the theme of Charismatic Mission: an understanding and practice
Cost: £16 including lunch and refreshments
postgrad@cliffcollege.org or 01246 584216
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/opinion/main.jhtml?xml=/opinion/2008/05/18/do1806.xml
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/south_yorkshire/7405185.stm
New in the Resources Centre we now have two pop-up gazebos available to be borrowed free of charge. These items are ideal for your Summer Fete along with the badge makers, Coomber amplifier system, parachutes and garden games. We have approximately 50 items of equipment available to be borrowed free of charge from the Centre do contact us for a full list of items available. If you are making a special journey to the Resources Centre or visiting for the first time please do ring first as we are not always staffed. (At present we are un-staffed Mondays and Fridays). Kathryn Bliss: Tel 01709 309105. Diocesan Resources Centre, Church House, 95-99 Effingham Street, Rotherham S65 1BL.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_div_2/7393765.stm
Brian Hinchcliffe writes: “Our church enjoyed a concert given by acclaimed Christian singer songwriter Ian White. Many attended, seeing Ian for the first time but certainly not the last time. A wonderful time of fellowship was shared by all. Ian has traveled for 20 years singing and talking to children and adults about Jesus and has over 20 CDs to his name. We have asked Ian to return next year by popular demand, and he has said he would like perform for other churches in the region. In the same week if you would like to invite Ian to your church ring Brian on 01709325385”
http://www.rotherhamadvertiser.com/News.aspx?id=7578
Thursday 12 June 2008 at St George’s Centre, Great George Street, Leeds, 9.30am-2.00pm
This report is the culmination of a three-year project, looking at what makes Christian engagement in communities effective and sustainable. This report will, CRC believes, be of national interest, asking questions about leadership, resources, volunteers and training.
Keynote speakers:
• Fran Beckett, Chief Executive, Church Urban Fund
• Malcolm Duncan, Leader, Faithworks
• Liz Carnelley, Chief Executive, CRC
FREE event – but booking essential for catering. Bookings: Contact Faithworks at mailto:info@faithworks.infoinfo@faithworks.info. Telephone 0207 921 4284.
All Saints Church Intake, Doncaster are seeking a church musician to play the organ for services on a regular basis, to develop the music of the church and to build up a singing group/choir. The successful candidate would be expected to work closely with the vicar, to be flexible enough to work with both traditional and modern musical influences, and to be dependable. The fee level is available on request. Enquiries in the first instance to: The Revd. Lydia Wells, The Vicarage, Kingston Road, Doncaster DN2 6LS Tel: 01302 343119
How can you best support a dying friend or relative when your own world has been turned upside down? When someone is struggling with emotional or spiritual pain, what kinds of tools might help? How can we prepare throughout our lifetime for our dying? Acclaimed author and teacher Richard Groves is at Whirlow Grange Christian Spirituality Centre for one day, Monday 9 June 9.30 to 4pm. The cost is £25 including lunch. Booking and Booking forms through Whirlow Grange: info@whirlowgrange.co.uk or telephone 0114 2363173.
Red Ford Fiesta (16 years old but in excellent condition, low mileage). Free to a good home. Contact Revd Dean Akrill. 25 Kelgate, Mosborough, 0114 2486518, deanakrill@surefish.co.uk
We ask you to pray this week (21st -27th May) for people from the following occupations;- Administrative officers and assistants in the civil service and local government.
The Occupational Prayer Cycle, which runs week by week, covers nearly all occupations over the course of the year. It is produced by South Yorkshire Workplace Chaplaincy (SYWC), and more information can be found on their website at http://www.sywc.org.uk/opc/.
SYWC has no contact at present with workers in local and national government. This is among the vital parts of working life which SYWC does not have the resources to support with chaplaincy.
Courses on “Core Skills for Children’s Work” and “Conflict Resolution” are being organized now. See the Appendix for detail.
“PLANT SALE AND COFFEE MORNING”
Saturday 20th May 2008 10am-12.30pm
In aid of The Church of The Ascension, Woodlands (between Cranborne & Verwood) - at 8 Church Hill, Woodlands.
“SPRING FAIR”
Saturday 7th June 2008 @ 2pm
All Hallows Church Harthill will be holding their Spring Fair in Church Lane, next to the church, or in church in the case of inclement weather. Many stalls including cakes, plants, books and CREAM TEAS.
“TABLE TOP SALE”
Saturday 7th June 2008 @ 10am-1pm
St Michael’s School Hall. Refreshment available.
“HERITAGE WEEKEND – WITH FLOWER ESTIVAL”
Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June 2008 @ 10am-4pm
The church will be open in conjunction with the Heritage Fund for South Yorkshire. To add interest to the weekend we are planning a flower festival on the theme of ‘Celebrating Marriage’. The weekend will end with Songs of Praise at 4.00 p.m. Sunday. Refreshment available throughout the weekend.
“BRADFIELD FESTIVAL OF MUSIC”
21st-28th June 2008
Performers include Tasmin Little, John Lenehan, The Meirion Chamber Ensemble, The Yorkshire Imperial Band, The Abbeydale Singers and The Brass Players, 360 Wind and Piano Ensemble, and a Gilbert and Sullivan evening with soloists from D'Oyly Carte.
more information at http://www.bradfieldfestivalofmusic.co.uk
9th-11th July 2008
Reflections Retreat is based upon an improvised drama approach and designed to enable participants to take back the model to their congregations and “grow it on” led by Steve and Nicky Kierl the 3 day innovative workshop is a must for all those interested in exploring the Characters of the Bible through improvisation. Fully inclusive cost including accommodation just £150.
22nd-24th August 2008
Also new to Whirlow Grange is a Weekend Walking Retreat with an option to stay over until bank holiday Monday. This will be a good opportunity for you to get your family and friends to visit Sheffield, but be entertained and accommodated at Whirlow Grange. Three action packed days, with three grades of Walks each day, and some extra special treats for participants. The weekend has been designed for those not fully happy in an indoors retreat environment, and will have an environmental focus. Led by the Warden, Graham Holland, Ramblers expert Brenda Blaydes and seasoned Peak District Walker David Hughes, it will also feature input by Rev Mike Gilbert the Bishop of Sheffield’s Environmental Adviser. The cost is just £125. Don’t miss it! Book it now!
TERMS OF THE POST
This is a full-time post, 35 hours per week. Normal hours are Monday – Friday 0900 – 1700, but some evening and weekend working will be required.
SALARY
£35K - £40K
APPLICATIONS
Applications should be submitted in writing, or by email to paul.shackerley@sheffield-cathedral.org.uk by noon on Friday 9 June 2008. They should include a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of two referees. Interviews will be held on 17 June.
FOR FULL TERMS OF THE ABOVE POST, INCLUDING RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFICATION, PLEASE VISIT WWW.SHEFFIELD-CATHEDRAL.ORG.UK.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/commentisfree/2008/may/18/television
http://commentisfree.guardian.co.uk/peter_singer/2008/05/good_god.html
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/article3957232.ece
This year celebrate Harvest Festival with a charity that is bringing hope to the rural poor in Africa. Self Help Africa was formed from a merger between Harvest Help and Self Help Development International Charity. Our all NEW harvest pack ‘The Hands of Hope’ 2008 has an inspirational, fresh approach to Harvest services focusing upon the church’s calling to serve the poor. To order a harvest pack please email harvest@selfhelpafrica.com, stating the contact name and address.
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Email your contributions to Sheffield@media33.co.uk by Monday of each week.
Thanks for all your contributions!
Revd. Rob Marshall
Diocesan Communications Adviser
For ALL adults in contact with Children and Young People How can we help children and young people to learn to resolve their conflicts?
at Sheffield Cathedral, in the Domino Hall on Saturday June 14 2009 - 9.30 am start finishing with lunch at 12.30 pm, Cost £5 (lunch included)
A workshop with Cheryl Smart of CRESST
(Conflict Resolution Education in
Sheffield Schools Training)
CRESST (Conflict Resolution Education in Sheffield Schools Training) works with any organisation working with children and young people. It does exactly what it's name says in providing training and resources to schools, both primary and secondary, to help young people to develop ways of resolving conflicts so that they do not end in violence of one sort or another! The skills they learn are invaluable in school and community. CRESST also trains peer mediators.
The morning will address conflict resolution awareness, develop skills to successfully manage your own conflict and also provide activities and ideas to educate and support young people
Session aims to explore:
Booking essential by 7th June 2008 via:
Trish Stafford,
Diocesan Church House,
95 - 99 Effingham Street,
Rotherham. S65 1BL
or
tel: 01709 309147 or
email: trish.stafford@sheffield.anglican.org
please make any cheques payable to SDBF.
Please indicate any food needs.
CLCGB
St Martins House,
2 Barnsley Road,
Wath-Upon-Dearne,
S63 6PY
MODULES:
All sessions 7.30 to 9.30
May 19th
Child Development
June 23rd
Leadership Skills
July 7th
Children and Community part 1
Sept 1st
Children and Community part 2
Sept 15th
Programme Planning
Sept 29th
Pastoral Awareness
October 20th
Spirituality and the Bible
Come to all or choose the modules you are interested in. For further information on costs and booking etc, please contact Jenny Lambourne on 01709 309144 or jenny.lambourne@sheffield.anglican.org
Rob Marshall
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