Church News

Pilgrims on a Journey

by Allan and Margot Hipwood

Wednesday 14th May saw eleven stalwart pilgrims leave Hornsea on their journey to Scarborough for the URC Yorkshire Assembly.  Not sandal shod or dressed in sackcloth, but in our spring finery and driven in Pullman comfort, on the kindly loaned Lions' bus, by Hornsea's answer to Stirling Moss, Mrs Margaret Knapton.

The journey was uneventful and gave we pilgrims time to discuss and look forward to the day's events.  On arrival a parking spot awaited us directly opposite the Spa complex, and we made our own way to the Ocean Room, where the gathering was to take place.  Coffee was served (not pro gratis) and we took our places.  Luckily for us we were early, and so obtained 'ringside ' seats.

Around 400 members were present and we were joined by the day's speakers who towered above us on the stage.

Promptly at 11.30 a.m. the Convener, Mrs Pauline Mewis, welcomed is and introduced the speakers.  She also informed us that this would be her last Synod as Convener as she was 'retiring' after 34 years of

taking part in one post or another.  After hearing about past and future events from Mrs. Dorothy Gatting we were led in devotions by the Convener's husband, Rev. Michael Mewis.

The Convener then introduced Rev. Kevin Watson, Moderator of the Yorkshire Synod - who spoke of 'Grace' and how in past times Easter was celebrated by smiling and laughter, so we were treated to many references to 'Hot Cross Bunnies', receding 'hare' lines etc. within all the joviality the serious side of our lives was dwelled upon - and how 'Grace' touches us. In so many different ways.

A vote of thanks was given and during the hymn 'Sweet is the Word, my God, my King' an offertory was taken.

All seated in the restaurant we were served with our choice of lunch, previously ordered: Fish and Chips or Ham Salad, and, we suppose, a veggy option - back at 2.20 pm as ordered.

The Mayor of Scarborough, Councillor G.Andrew Backhouse, then welcomed and entertained us telling us of his year in office, as usual some hilarious moments, and then went on to say before his term of office came to a close he was going to visit all 94 villages under his mayoral umbrella on his bike, as he believes no other mayor as actually visited all the outlying places.  Another interesting and funny half hour with everyone's appreciation shown.

The Scarborough (plus one from Whitby) Singing Vicars were next, brilliantly accompanied on rocking piano and guitar by one of their group, gave us a selection of uproarious new songs to old tunes - 'I could feed five thousand' to the tune of 'I could walk ten thousand miles' etc.  Everyone a gem, well done, the Singing Vicars.

To follow this should have been hard but when Peter Slack, a Derbyshire dairyman, took centre stage (well off centre, actually) the impossible was achieved - his text  "I'm not lost; I'm just not sure where I am" - was an opus on hill farmers versus ramblers.  He entertained us with a deadpan expression - re Les Dawson.  His face only slipped once, as he recalled some of the confrontations – true or otherwise, between farmers and the invading hikers.  The laughter often drowned the speaker and at its completion there was a roar of applause and very many aching ribs, ours among them.

When we had at last settled down the Convener spoke once again, introducing the retiring secretary and treasurer and introducing the new Convener, Sue Ripley.  She also presented a cheque for £625 to the Singing Vicars for their charity, Christian Aid, taken in the collection £425 and £200 from the Synod.

The Assembly concluded with the singing of Amazing Grace, and then the doxology to the tune of 'Hernando's Hideaway'.  Brilliant.

This was our first visit to the Yorkshire Assembly and if they are always like this we think it should be made compulsory to attend.

 

 

Our Promise Auction is being held on Saturday 12 July at 3.00pm and catalogues are now being circulated for you to decide what you are going to bid for.  Tell your friends and neighbours to come along and join the bidding when once again we will let Jamie loose with the gavel!

This will be followed by a Pie and Pea Supper with tickets priced at £3.50 per head. Supper will be served at approximately 5.00pm when we shall have another chance to enjoy a meal together as a church family.

On Carnival Saturday 19 July we shall be holding a Cardbola Game outside the church, weather permitting, whilst in the hall refreshments and light lunches will be available.

Advanced Notice: There will be another joint Fashion Show with the Lions on Friday 15 August starting at 7.00pm. Admission is by ticket priced £3.00 which includes refreshments. Models of all ages and sizes are required, so please see Jacqui or myself if you would like to participate.

The Local Produce Show is on Saturday 23 August 10.00am – 3.00pm. Table hire remains at £6.00.

Hornsea Inshore Rescue           SEA SUNDAY    13 July      12 noon to 4 p.m. The Boathouse, Hornsea Burton Road

Boat Blessing 2 p.m.

Sample Fresh Crab and Lobster provided by Hornsea’s fishermen

Auction of freshly caught shellfish 2.30 p.m.

Refreshments

Entertainment by Hull’s Hillbilly Troupe

Jill Fletcher

As part of the Living Well Project, an open Craft Club is now running on a Tuesday afternoon fortnightly.  We meet from 1.30 p.m. to 3 p.m. in the Church hall and have the opportunity to learn new skills, help each other with advice and share companionship.

The crafts that are on offer are knitting, sewing, patchwork, crochet, or even just come along with your own projects.

All are welcome  - our next  two meetings will be 1st and 15th July, and every alternate Tuesday after that.  Please come and support this if you can, or simply bring your skills with you to help others

Friendship Hour

Our Wednesday Meeting grows in popularity and we look forward to seeing you all in July.   As mentioned in June, Wednesday 2nd July is the date of the summer outing and details are available from Doreen Rogers.  The other July meeting is on Wednesday 16th at 2 p.m., when Steven Knapton will talk about ‘Commitment for Life’

Faith and Fellowship

Thursdays 7 pm in the Church Hall

July 3rd                       Hornsea  Music Festival – no meeting

July 10th                    Paul’s Journey – a Bible study (part 1)

July 17th                    Paul’s Journey – a Bible study (part 2)

July 24th                    Film Night – to be confirmed

July 31st onwards       Summer Break

Thank yoou

I must start by saying an enormous thank you to Chris Ashmead who raised an amazing £391.00 from his sponsored swim.

He swam 100 lengths of the pool in under an hour! and he was one of the top six fastest in the country in his age group.

Well done Chris and thank you for the time and effort you put into organising the event, swimming and finding sponsors and collecting in the money.

Our next fund raiser will be

Saturday 31st May 2014

10.00 am – 1.00 pm

It will be a coffee morning and the theme will be ‘Hands and Feet’ as these are usually the first parts affected by leprosy.

We will be serving Coffee/Tea and cakes and will have someone to do manicures and nail painting and a stall with information about chiropody and foot care.

There will also be a Bric a Brac stall.                                               >>>>

 

Dates for Singing in the Residential Homes

Stuart House: Tuesday  8th at 3 p.m.

The Promenade: Monday 14th  at 2.30 p.m.

Elim Lodge: Monday 21st  at 2.30 p.m.

Summercourt Hall:  Thursday 24th at 2 p.m.