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e-Bulletin 28 January 2016

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Download the latest Archdeacons’ Briefing for Churchwardens, Incumbents and others, with vital information on the new regulations and resources for Faculty applications. www.newcastle.anglican.org/archdeacons www.newcastle.anglican.org/dac

C o n f i r m at i o n s 2 0 1 6 D o w n l oa d dat e s h e r e Completion of 2015 Statistics for Mission Returns This year we have been asked to complete the returns by 31st January 2016 to enable quick processing of data collection and dissemination within the Church. This will allow deployment and other resource decisions to be taken (whether by dioceses or national Church bodies) on the basis of up-to-date data. Please do get in touch if you need assistance whether it be to change a password or add a new user to the national parish returns site: parishreturns.churchofengland.org. This is also accessible through our own diocesan website at www.newcastle.anglican.org/statsforms. Gillian Green, Finance Officer, Diocese of Newcastle. 0191 270 4131, [email protected].

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Job Vacancy The Farne Churches Youth and Family Outreach ( FCYAFO) seeks to appoint a

Youth Worker An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dedicated Christian to work with this newly established charity on a beautiful part of the Northumberland coast. The Charity seeks to appoint a youth and family worker to support all the churches in the area in their work with children, young people, and families. This area has a deep Christian history. The job covers the area from Craster to Belford (including Seahouses). It is an area of small rural and seaside churches. Means of transport essential. The successful candidate will lead and pioneer work among children and families in this ecumenical project. The Charity is an Associate Body, working with Scripture Union. The person appointed will be a ‘self starter’ who is able to develop new initiatives working with local churches, schools and groups. Salary will be between £19,000 and £21,000 p.a. depending on qualification and experience. The post is initially for two years, but it is hoped to extend it beyond that. Closing date for applications is 31st March 2016. It is anticipated that interviews will be held after that date with appointment as soon as is practical. This role has an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies. For further information, and to apply, contact: George Scott: [email protected] or 01665 720466or John Holwell [email protected] or 07984 355363

Local Ministry Development Network Mailing Download the latest mailing from Local Ministry Development Officer the Revd Rachel Wood. www.newcastle.anglican.org/lmdmailings From Archdeacon Geoff Miller:

Health and Safety and the use of equipment One of our clergy helpfully brought to my attention a recent judgment reported by the Health and Safety Executive concerning a housing trust who were taken to court by an employee following an incident which resulted in severe injuries to his hand when using a ride-on mower. The concern raised was whether we have appropriate practices in place in


churches where people use any kind of potentially dangerous equipment. I have taken some advice from EIG (Ecclesiastical Insurance Group), who tell us that such activities with equipment of this kind (indeed, any kind of cutting equipment) fall under Health and Safety Act guidance, and that PCCs should undertake regular risk assessments to ensure that the equipment is well maintained and that the person using it is ‘able and competent’. They offer clear advice on undertaking a risk assessment on their website and recommend that a


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simple record is made when the risk assessment is undertaken. Of course, they were also keen to remind us that, providing a proper insurance policy is in place, the PCC should also be covered for any claim made against it. Do get in touch with EIG direct or with myself if I can help you in any way with these matters.

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Diocesan Safeguarding Training 2016 In addition there will be training sessions focusing on:

Download the Diocesan Safeguarding Training Programme for 2016.

Refreshing Safeguarding Practices This session is for Incumbents, Parish Safeguarding Officer and / or Churchwardens. The main part of this session is to work together to produce a Parish Audit with Action Points to take back to the Parish therefore all participants need to come to the same session

Everyone working in either a voluntary or paid capacity in the Diocese needs to update their Safeguarding Training every 3 years. The sessions offered are as follows:

Safer Recruitment This session is for all those involved in recruiting Volunteers or Paid Staff in the Parish. Each parish is different but it may be Parish Safeguarding Officer, DBS Administrator or Parish Administrator or Incumbent

Helping Others Create a Safe Space This session is for clergy, readers and authorised lay workers. NB this session is not for retired clergy or readers emeritus Creating a Safe Space (SG1) This session is: • For Laity, Retired Clergy, Reader emeritus, PSOs, Church Wardens and PCC members • for all those working with Children, Young People and Adults at Risk. • a foundation unit • should be completed before going on to the leadership sessions of SG2

Booking To book your place(s) please contact Julie Roberts, Finance & Data Administrator – [email protected]. Please include: Name, role, parish, session you would like to attend.

Anyone in this group who holds a Leadership position should then attend Creating a Safe Space (SG2) once SG1 has been completed.

If you have any Safeguarding requirements not met by this programme, or would like to query which training a member of your parish should attend please contact Ruth Rogan ([email protected]) or Linda Hunter ([email protected])

Creating a Safe Space for Children and Young People (SG2) This session: • is for all those who work with Children and Young People in a leadership role ie Messy Church Leaders, Junior Church Leaders, Youth Group Leaders. • builds on the foundation unit SG1 and therefore you need to attend SG1 first

We look forward to seeing you in 2016 and would like to thank all those who have attended training in 2015 and taken their learning back into parishes.

Ruth Rogan Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser

Creating a Safe Space for Adults at Risk (SG2) This session: • is for all those who work with Adults at Risk in a leadership role • builds on the Foundation unit SG1 and therefore you need to attend SG1 first

Download 2016 Diocesan Safeguarding Training Programme www.newcastle.anglican.org/safeguarding

Modest grants for holidays may be made to Clergy, enquiries to [email protected]. Membership is open to the laity Membership enquiries to [email protected] Our magazine, 'Parson and Parish', is free to members.

English Clergy Association Founded in 1938, it exists to support Clergy of the Church of England in their vocation and ministry, to resource Clergy, Patrons and Churchwardens requiring information or insight. An AGM and Annual Address is held in London in May. General enquiries to [email protected].


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Events www.newcastle.anglican.org/events

GRASPING THE GOSPELS! 

'The walking on the water' is a most remarkable story; which Gospel does NOT tell it?

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The parable of the Sower is one of Jesus' best-known parables: which Gospel does NOT tell it, and why?

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The parable of the Sower is told in three Gospels, but each telling ends differently from the others: what are the three endings, and in which Gospel will we find each of them?

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Many of Plato's great works were cast in the shape of a conversation. This useless bit of information is actually helpful background knowledge for which Gospel?

The Revd Richard Ferguson (pictured) is running a four-week course for all comers on Thursday mornings in Lent 2016 (February 11th, 18th and 25th, March 3rd) from 10.30am to 12.00 noon in Stannington Village Hall (good car park, next door to an excellent pub). Get the Gospels at your fingertips so that you know why we have four Gospels, not one, why they are different, and how to read each Gospel to get the most out of it. Note the dates now; more information in February's Link or from Richard on 01670 789795.

Sharing God's Blessing - How to Renew the Local Church Five churches in the North East including St Wilfrid's, Newbiggin Hall and St James', Shilbottle - took part in a research project during 2014/2015 to help Robin Greenwood produce a new book, Sharing God's Blessing - How to Renew the Local Church. They helped develop and road test the material which encourages congregations to engage in honest, open conversations with each other, grow in confidence and see themselves as blessed and a sign of hope in their communities. The book will be published by SPCK in January 2016. St Wilfrid's Church will be hosting a book launch on Wednesday February 24th from 7.00pm - 9.15pm, during which Robin and all the churches involved will speak about the book and there will be an opportunity to buy it (£9.99). Refreshments will be served.

This event is open to all - no need to book. For further details, please contact Revd Sarah Miller, Vicar of St Wilfrid's: 0191 2140833 or email [email protected].

St Wilfrid's Church, Trevelyan Drive, Newbiggin Hall, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 4DA www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Fundraising event at The Cluny West End Refugee Service Sat 27th February 2016

in aid of

7.30pm - 11:00pm Live music from Sleeping Dogs followed by JamJah - scorching DJ set from around the world Tickets £10 waged and £5 unwaged

Available from: [email protected] The Cluny, 36 Lime Street, Ouseburn, (0191 230 4474) West End Refugee Service, (0191 273 7482) RPM Music, 4 Old George Yard, City Centre Beatdown Records, 1 Clarendon House, Bewick St, City Centre www.justgiving.com/clunywers

West End Refugee Service (WERS) is a highly regarded registered charity which provides support services for asylum seekers and refugees in the West End of Newcastle. Many are literally destitute.

Newcastle Readers' Board in association with The Bible Reading Fellowship (BRF)'s initiative, 'The Gift of Years- resourcing the spiritual journey of older people’

Anna Chaplaincy Information Day Thursday 10 March 2016 Church of the Holy Nativity, Hillhead Parkway, Chapel House, Newcastle NE5 1DR Changing demographics mean a ripe mission field is emerging among the growing proportion of women and men living in to their 80s, 90s and beyond. This information day unpacks the practical Anna Chaplaincy approach to supporting older people, those who are lonely and isolated. It opens eyes to the possibilities of forging partnerships within communities, inspiring and equipping volunteers, creating ‘church’ where people are – whether they live alone, in sheltered homes, care homes or retirement complexes. This is a day to help clergy, Readers, laity and others see valuing age as a desirable necessity, and to give them tools to respond to the unprecedented changes we are witnessing around us, including the rising numbers of people living with dementia. Speakers: Debbie Thrower and Alex Burn If you would like to attend this event please reply to Lynne Craggs: [email protected] no later than 15th December. Please state any special dietary requirements. We anticipate a positive response to invitations; an early booking is recommended.



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Coming up at Shepherds Dene Art Workshops Saturday 27th February , 9.30am - 4pm inspired by the exhibition ‘Stilled Lives’ A choice of workshops with one of four participating artists: Cathy Duncan (linocuts), Jenny Mathers (acrylic and watercolour painting), Jacqueline Quinn (turning colourful papers into folded books and maps) and Teresa Toms (drawing in pencil and graphite). Cost £40.00

Religion and Terrorism Wednesday 2nd – Thursday 3rd March 2016 Led by The Revd Steve Wilkinson

Clergy Reading Week Monday 1st February – Friday 5th February Subsidised by Shepherds Dene; price £175.

Quiet Fridays in Lent at Shepherds Dene A silent day, including morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea

Friday 12th February

This retreat looks at the role religion plays in violent extremism. We will examine Al Qaeda’s links to IS and the so-called Islamic caliphate as well as what response Christian churches could make in countering the risk of young people becoming radicalised. Discussions will be supported by film, news and current research. There will be acts of worship and time for private reflection and prayer. No previous knowledge of terrorism is expected, but sessions will focus on challenging and emotive subjects which should be of real concern to everyone, of all faiths and none.

Friday 19th February

Revd Steve Wilkinson lectures at Masters Level at North East universities on ‘Countering Radicalisation’ and is Team Vicar of Cramlington, St. Nicholas

The Revd Sue Wilson

Cost £95.00

The Revd Paul Golightly, Director of St Anthony’s Priory, Durham

Friday 26th February The Revd Miranda Threlfall-Holmes

Changing Gear —John Bell retreat

Friday 4th March

Weds 13th - Fri 15th April 2016. Price £235.

The Revd Canon David Kennedy , Vice Dean of Durham Cathedral

In the traditional denominations of the western church the word 'change' both unites and polarises. There is agreement that things should change, but which things – music, liturgy, buildings, organisational structures? Yet, at the centre of the Christian faith is a God who changes (or does he?), a Saviour who is resurrected, and a Spirit intended to make all things new.

Friday 11th March The Revd Catherine Pickford

Friday 18th March The Venerable Peter Robinson Archdeacon of Lindisfarne Cost £20.00 per day

Three days in the belly of a whale Monday 15th – Friday 19th February 2016 Led by The Right Revd Mark Bryant, Bishop of Jarrow This silent Lent retreat will give us space away from everything to be with God and ask him what following Jesus might mean for us at this moment in our lives. Jonah will help us along the way. Cost £175.00

Rather than become embroiled in the detail of which colour to paint the ladies' toilet, in this retreat we will look at the anatomy of change and of resistance, identifying ways in which we can understand and enable change to happen. John Bell, member of the Wild Goose Resource Team, works all over the world. Here he will draw on examples of good and bad practice in the many churches in which he has worked as a consultant or retreat leader. Cost £245.00

Shepherds Dene, Diocesan Retreat House, NE44 6AF www.shepherdsdene.co.uk For further information or to book a place call 01434 682212 or contact [email protected] www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Conversations@theRRC Elizabeth is Missing Are you involved or interested in ministry for those with dementia? Then come along to this Conversation with Emmeline Barnston and Graham Wilkins, who will be discussing how they work as Chaplains in the Care Home setting, to receive and explore new ideas, share your own experiences and see what is available to offer support to those with dementia and those ministering to them. When: Tuesday 9th March 2016 2.00-4:00 p.m. Where: Cuthbert House, Stonebridge Lane, Durham, DH1 3RY Cost: RRC Members FREE, Non-Members £5 All are welcome but places are limited and must be booked. Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Attending Conversations@theRRC is FREE for Religious Resources Centre members. Non-members: suggested donation of £5 . To make an advance reservation contact the RRC on 0191 375 0586 or via [email protected].

There will be several Faith & Life groups in the Diocese this year. It may be though that there’s not one near you. We’re running a group at Church House, St John’s Terrace, North Shields NE29 6HS from 7.00pm—9.00pm on Thursday evenings for all those who wish to be on board but don’t have a group to belong to. Please consider coming along / suggesting this to people (depending upon who you are reading this!). More information about Faith & Life can be found here.

Contact The Revd Jane Scott for an application form: [email protected].

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St Nicholas Cathedral, NE1 1PF www.stnicholascathedral.co.uk t: 0191 232 2939 e: [email protected]

11.30am Eucharist 12.15pm Address and Discussion 1.00pm Sandwich lunch (£3 suggested donation) www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Staying Alive is an opportunity for young people in school years 8-13 across the North East to spend a long weekend together, exploring your faith, taking part in worship, chilling out, trying new stuff. The programme has not been finalised completely yet but will include; • Workshops on a variety of subjects • Community Projects • Worship • Guest speakers • Coffee bar • Team competitions • Talent show ...and much, much more! What do we get for our money? Supervised activities from 10.00am on Thursday to 3.00pm on Sunday, all meals (except lunch on Thursday – bring a packed one!) – from Thursday supper to Sunday lunch as well as any materials you collect as part of the weekend. Transport to and from the Outreach activities on Saturday. But never fear – you can spend your money in the Coffee Bar. Where will we be staying? We will be staying at Seahouses Hostel. There is the option to camp on the lawn or there are limited spaces in dormitories in the hostel. It has basic facilities, showers and bathrooms. Remember space is limited. Places are allocated on a first come first served basis and we may have to limit the number that come from any one church. How much does it cost? Early Bird rate (before 30th April): £50. Normal rate: £60 (after 30th April) (Reductions for 3 or more siblings - please contact us for details).

Download booking form www.newcastle.anglican.org


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North Northumberland

The Annual Lunch for Retired Clergy, Spouses and Widows

Spirituality Network The Network This group exists to promote spiritual exploration for anyone who recognises 'the journey' and to provide support and supervision for those who stand alongside others in their spiritual pilgrimage. The Core Group

others, meet at regular intervals for peer supervision. Contact Canon Christine Sindall (01665 572287) or the Revd Frances Dower (01670 774297) for further information.

Shepherds Dene Easter Tuesday - 29th March 2016 12noon for 12.30pm

The Programme Group meets at intervals to plan a programme of events and opportunities for the year, open to anyone:

Meets three times a year and these are open to anyone who would like to come. At this we swap notes on events we know about or Programme 2016 books etc. we've read. Sometimes we have a Meditation and the Christian talk or a member of the group will introduce tradition to us a spiritual writer or a tradition of which A talk and practical workshop they have experience. These gatherings are held in Alnwick and participants bring a sandwich and a drink is provided. They happen between 12.15 - 2pm. The next dates are:

Led by the Revd Dr Nicholas Buxton

16th March 2016 at 12.15pm and 13th July 2016 at 12.15pm.

Holy Trinity Parish Centre

Please contact Canon Christine Sindall 01665 572287 [email protected] for further details, venue and if you intend to come, a fortnight before the event.

For further information and booking details contact

(author of ’The Wilderness Within: Meditation and Modern Life’

The cost will be £13.50 which includes a glass of wine. If you wish to join us please send a cheque (made payable to Shepherds Dene) to Gwenda Gofton, 4 Crossfell, Ponteland, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9EA before 19th March.

7th May 2016 10.00am -4.00pm The Parade, Berwick-upon-Tweed

Canon Christine Sindall or theRevd Lyn Phillips [email protected].

Peer Supervision Some of the Network who stand alongside



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Pilgrimage to Iona Richard and Maggi Deimel, the Diocesan Advisers on New Spiritual Movements, will be leading a pilgrimage to Iona from 3rd to 7th May 2016. The full board cost will be £280, staying in Bishop's House, Iona. Pilgrims would need to arrange their travel, but full advice would be given. The theme of the retreat will be rekindling in us the light of Christ in creation, which flowed from Iona to Northumbria in the brief but blessed time of Celtic Christianity. Richard and Maggi Deimel: [email protected] Download full details and booking form

Asbestos Training Saturday 6th February 2016 10.00am-1.00pm Cuthbert House, Durham, DH1 3RY Do you have an asbestos plan for your church and church hall? By law you should — Ecclesiastical Insurance require you to have one. The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 requires a ‘competent person’ to undertake an inspection of the premises and compile a register to note any asbestos present. This is necessary for all buildings for which the PCC is responsible. This person does not need to be an expert, but is someone with the necessary knowledge and training. You do not need a full asbestos survey, unless you are doing significant work with outside contractors in your church or hall. Do you have someone in your church, or group of churches, who has an interest in church buildings and is willing to be trained? This is an unique opportunity. Depending on interest, spaces may be limited so early booking is advised. Please book as soon as possible through the office of the Archdeacon of Auckland. Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01325 480 444 Give your name, church and role, and contact details.

RAILWAY AND HERITAGE FILMS 30 JANUARY 2016, ST MARY'S CHURCH HALL, THORNHILL ROAD, PONTELAND, NE20 9PZ. 3.00PM AND 7.00PM. PRESENTED BY VICAR OF PONTELAND THE REVD PETER BARHAM.

ADMISSION FREE, DONATIONS FOR BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION DOUGHNUTS IN THE INTERVAL. A TRIP UP THE EAST COAST MAIN LINE...

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SCOTTISH EXPRESS (1946), ELIZABETH EXPRESS (1954), A FILM ABOUT

MALLARD'S RECORD-BREAKING RUN OF 1938,

THE FLYING SCOTSMAN AND A

HIGH SPEED TRAIN.

ALL WELCOME.



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Opportunities for those in Ministry Personal and Professional Development, Health and Wellbeing, Learning as a Way of Being for Clergy and Accredited Lay Ministers Family Systems Coaching Group for Clergy Encouraging wellbeing and resilience in ministry: Exploring the impact of our pastoral role and relationships upon our experience of stress and work overload

This is a six-session course which runs over a six month period from September 2016 to February 2017. It is based on Bowen’s family systems framework for thinking about human relationships and the example and teaching of Jesus and it aims to offer new insight, skills and resources to support you within the emotional demands of congregational life. The coaching group will : 

Engage interactively with Bowen systems concepts.

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Reflect upon personal responses to role and relationship challenges.

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Incorporate experiential and applied learning drawing on the experiences of ministry.

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Experience skilled group facilitation and a supportive group environment.

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Ability to identify and follow the changing emotional climate of the church and its link to congregational behaviour and your wellbeing.

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Skills for interacting with dynamic responsiveness to others.

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Insight into patterns of emotional functioning.

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Personal and professional development both as a person and as a minister.

This course forms part of a doctoral research project at Roehampton University. For further information please contact Kathryn Kissell at [email protected]. The group facilitator for this local group will be Colin Patterson of Bridge Builders who is known to those of the clergy who attended the Bridge Builder workshops in 2014-2015.

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For further information or to register an interest in this learning opportunity please contact Peter Kenney at 0191 257 9512 or [email protected].



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www.stepforwardanglican.org.uk

Easter and the Journey Onwards An event in the beautiful , ancient and evocative church of St Bartholomew's Kirkwhelpington by the Benefices of Kirkwhelpington and Whalton from Monday 14th March to Friday 1st April. The church will be open daily for individuals, groups, families etc to come and explore the great story that takes place from Easter to Pentecost. An interactive, experiential and reflective event with plenty of time for visitors to explore on their own. www.newcastle.anglican.org


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Pilgrimage to the Holy Land led by Bishop Stephen Platten Join us on the journey of a lifetime to walk in the footsteps of Christ as we visit the places of the Bible. Deepen your faith as you share in this pilgrimage to learn more of the life of Jesus Christ. Meet with our Christian brothers and sisters who so need our solidarity and support I this part of the world. Cost: £1400 per person sharing a twin/double room. Price includes direct flights, all transport, guiding and entrance fees, 3* hotel accommodation on a half-board basis, tips and gratuities. For more information please contact Pilgrimage People on Freephone 0800 612 3423 or by email at [email protected] www.pilgrimagepeople.org



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To book a place please contact Jenny Burton: [email protected]



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The Anglican Centre in Rome promoting Christian unity in a divided world or working together for God’s Kingdom of righteousness and justice OUR MISSION The Anglican Centre in Rome promotes Christian unity in a divided world It is a permanent Anglican Communion presence in Rome Its Director is the Archbishop of Canterbury’s Representative to the Holy See It exercises a ministry of hospitality and prayer, and provides educational opportunities and resources

Fifty years ago, on Tuesday in Holy Week, March 22nd 1966 Michael Ramsey, the Archbishop of Canterbury, dedicated the Anglican Centre in Rome. Two days later, on Maundy Thursday, the Archbishop met with Pope Paul VI. They issued a Common Declaration which gave thanks that the Holy Spirit had made a new atmosphere of Christian fellowship possible between the Roman Catholic Church and the Christians of the Anglican Communion. As a result of the meeting, the Anglican Roman Catholic International Commission (ARCIC) was set up to engage in a serious dialogue which might lead to that ‘unity in truth for which Christ prayed.’ Services to commemorate these events are to be: Wednesday in Holy Week – St Andrew by the Wardrobe in London; 12.30pm, Holy Communion June 4, 2016 – Westminster Abbey; 5.00pm, Choral Evensong. Local events, which will include a pilgrimage to Holy Island, are to be announced. Details from [email protected] www.anglicancentreinrome.org

Exploring your Faith in Politics

campaigning and share their tips for what makes decision makers sit up and listen.

Christians in Politics have joined together with Christian Aid and The Children’s Society to deliver campaigning roadshows Find out more information and across the country, including locally in the North East, in register for this free event Newcastle city centre. online at The events will include seminars and a panel of experts in the christiansinpolitics.org.uk/events/ upcoming-events/faith-in-politics-newcastle field as well as opportunities for questions and discussion. Coming along will give you the skills to campaign confidently in your church and community, and will create a space to explore how and why your faith relates to politics. Campaigners will learn about the latest campaigns from Christian Aid and The Children’s Society, and get to share their stories of what inspired them to get involved in campaigning.

When: 09:15-16:00, 27th February 2016 Where: The CastleGate, Melbourne Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 2JQ

The Rt Revd Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham, with Alex Cunningham MP (Stockton North) and Sarah Dickson of Christians in Politics, will inspire you to get involved in



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Churchwardens Training Day

Diocese of Newcastle

An opportunity to meet with the Archdeacons, to network with other churchwardens and to take part in workshops which will include: 

Parish Finances – what are we aiming for?

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Church Buildings – how to handle the new DAC rules!

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When the vicar’s absent! – how to lead simple worship

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Renewal and Reform – an update on the diocesan response

Saturday 27th February 2016 10.00am – 1.00pm (tea/coffee from 9.30am) St John’s Church, Percy Main, North Shields To book your place, please e-mail the Archdeacons’ PA: [email protected] or telephone on (01670) 503 810 or 0191 273 8245



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Resources The Teenage Prayer Experiment Notebook – Miranda and Noah Threlfall-Holmes (242 PM & D) This is not a book to teach teenagers about prayer but one which encourages teenagers to try out and experience prayer for themselves. It contains sections on many different ways on praying, some active and others reflective – a prayer den, Minecraft church, taste and see and many more. Each prayer idea is introduced and then followed by an experiment to try it out and space for notes to be made on the experiment. Full of ideas on different ways to pray!

The RRC is currently Thinking About Prayer... Lectio Divina: An ancient prayer that is ever new - Mario Masini (243 PM) This tiny book serves as a good introduction to the concept and practice of Lectio Divina - described as "a reading of a passage of Scripture, received as the Word of God which leads, at the prompting of the Spirit, to meditation, prayer and contemplation." Its four short chapters look more closely at what the phrase actually means, the prayer that must accompany the reading, how the reading of the Scripture needs to be carried out, and ends with a gentle encouragement to incorporate the practice into our own devotional life. If the idea of Lectio Divina intrigues you, this is well worth a read. Don’t forget, too, we’re holding a RE-Vitalise session on the topic on 11th February at Church House: www.resourcescentreonline.co.uk/re-vitalise-lectio-divinia (sic!)

Church House, St. John's Terrace, Percy Main, North Shields. NE29 6HS. 0191 270 4161 www.resourcescentreonline.co.uk Also at Cuthbert House, Stonebridge, Durham, DH1 3RY. 0191 375 0586 LIKE us on Facebook: ReligiousRC

ACE Awards 2016

 Use of graphics

The Association for Church Editors is launching its next Awards Scheme to celebrate and recognise the work of local church magazine editors and their editorial teams.

 Clarity of the Christian message

The 2016 Awards will cover A5 magazines produced totally in black & white format.

The overall winner (Gold Award) will receive The John King Trophy (to be held for one year) as well as a personally-inscribed trophy and a framed certificate.

he criteria for entry are as follows:

Magazines must be A5 size and can be printed on white or coloured paper. There must be no fewer than four issues per year. The print run must be no fewer than 50 copies. A framed Certificate of Excellence will be awarded to the winning entry in each of the following categories:

 Cover design  Overall layout & structure  Creativity of headlines www.newcastle.anglican.org

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 The type of Christian church or group from which the publication emanates.  The regular print run.

 Appeal to a wider community

 How frequently the magazine or newsletter is published.  Its principal aims and target audience. How to submit your entries:

The runner-up (Silver Award) The closing date for entries is will receive a personallySaturday 6th February 2016. inscribed trophy and a framed We require two copies of two certificate. issues produced during the previous 12 months. One The ACE Awards Scheme is should relate to Easter or open to publications from Christmas. The review process will be based on paper all Christian magazines, so please do not denominations. forward electronic versions. In submitting your entry, please indicate:

 The name, email address and telephone number of the editor.

Please send your magazines to: Angela Price, 14 Brown’s Way, Aspley Guise, Milton Keynes MK17 8JA Please note: - We do not have the administrative capacity to return magazines. - We will display the winning entries and highlight particularly good examples at our Annual Meeting on 14th May 2016 and on our website. In sending us your magazines, you grant us permission to include yours in this presentation. The Association’s website is: www.churchmag.uk If you have any questions, please email the ACE Chairman: [email protected]

 The people directly involved in producing the publication and in what capacity.


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HEARTS AND MINDS AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNICATION • Are you interested in developing your preaching skills? • Would you like to learn more about telling a story to engage the hearts and minds of your congregation? • Would you be interested in attending a workshop to develop these skills? Richard O’Neill, awarded the Literacy Hero Award from the Literacy Trust in 2013, is offering workshops for anybody who would like to work on their storytelling skills. For further information, contact [email protected]

From the Revd Canon Ian Flintoft, Bishop’s Chaplain:

The Queen’s 90th Birthday The Church Buildings Council, with the approval and agreement of the Archbishops, is encouraging parish churches to organise a festival on the weekend of 10-12 June 2016, to celebrate The Queen’s 90th birthday and her role as Supreme Governor of the Church of England. This will coincide with official celebrations taking place in London. The Council notes that ‘the variety of potential forms for the celebrations is huge, from flower to organ, bell-ringing or choir festivals, from food to beer festivals.’ Parishes might like to organise an event which will contribute to their Mission Action Plan. Further details can be found here: www.churchcare.co.uk/ about-us/campaigns/ news/943-queen-s-90thbirthday

www.richardthestoryteller.weebly.com

'New Churches in the North East' report available now A new research report, 'New Churches in the North East', has been published and is available to download now. Go to download page It can also be obtained as a hard copy for £5 by contacting Val Strickland on [email protected]. The report was funded by a Leech Fellowship and offers a survey of new churches founded in the North East since 1980. Using a strict definition of what counts as a 'new church', it concludes that 125 new churches have started in the North East since 1980, with a combined usual Sunday attendance of c.12,000. The report finds that ethnic minority churchgoing is a key factor in the growth of such congregations. The findings are of interest to those involved in various academic fields, all those involved in church leadership in the North East and those concerned to chart how society in the North East is changing. The report was produced by a team of researchers based at the Centre for Church Growth Research, based at Cranmer Hall. The research raises lots of questions and if people would like to discuss the research, they are welcome to contact the Revd Dr David Goodhew, Director of Ministerial Practice at Cranmer Hall, Durham direct on [email protected]. community.dur.ac.uk/churchgrowth.research



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The Magic Paintbrush – A captivating, playful and enlightening performance for your church. Bursting with life, The Magic Paintbrush makes the perfect resource for churches wanting to welcome and inspire their local community. “You are the light of the world.” Matthew 5:14 Follow our brave young heroine on a journey of discovery, as she paints her world into a brighter place and finds the confidence to share her light. Can our imaginative artist break away from the colourless and oppressive world she lives in and vanquish the mighty shadow of greed? Springs is now inviting churches to host a performance of The Magic Paintbrush which is available from October 2016 onwards. Created for everyone aged 3+. Further details can be found on the Springs Dance Company website by emailing Rebecca Bertram on [email protected] or call 07876 752 910.

Moves and Changes Please note that most of this information is available via www.newcastle.anglican.org using ‘Find a Person’ or ‘Find a Church’.

The Revd Eric Lewis has moved temporarily (due to the recent flooding at the Vicarage in Ovingham) to 4 Nunnykirk Close, Ovingham, NE42 6BP. He is waiting for a new landline to be The Revd Chris Clinch is now Chaplain at Wansbeck Hospital. fitted but in the meantime can be contacted on 07891 503688. His address is 8 Blenkinsopp Mews, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 E-mail [email protected]. 5RN, 0191 217 0214, [email protected]. His work telephone number is 01670 529690. His work e-mail address is The Revd Diana MacNaughton has changed her mobile number to 07422 507286. [email protected]. The Revd Jane Scott is now Mothers’ Union Chaplain. Her The Revd Kath Cockburn has retired. Her address is 92 address is The Vicarage, Howling Lane, Alnwick, NE66 1DH, Paignton Avenue, Monkseaton, Whitley Bay, NE25 8SZ, 0191 01665 603078, [email protected]. 252 0710, [email protected].

Yearbook Amendments to Newcastle Diocesan Yearbook 2013—2014 Please note that most of this information is available via www.newcastle.anglican.org using ‘Find a Person’ or ‘Find a Church’.

Page 89 Clergy Holding the Bishops Permission to Officiate. The Revd Frank Walton has changed his e-mail address to [email protected].

Page 126 Whittingham & Edlingham w Bolton Chapel. PCC Secretary Katherine Renner has resigned. Joint PCC Secretaries are Mr Ian Lepingwell, The Page 81 Clergy Holding the Bishops Permission to Officiate. The Revd Canon Old Court House, Whittingham, Alnwick, NE66 4RB, 01665 574081, Peter Cook has recently died and his [email protected], and Mr Sandy entry should be removed from your Macaulay, Payne Cottage, Whittingham, book. Alnwick, NE66 4UN, 01665 574795, [email protected]. _________________________________



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Page 141 Otterburn St John the Evangelist. Churchwarden Mrs Rosemary Haynes has changed her email address to: [email protected]. Page 158 Haydon Bridge St Cuthbert. PCC Treasurer Karen Bedford-Smith has stood down from office. Her replacement is Dave Thornhill, whose address is 3 Belmont, Haydon Bridge, Hexham, NE47 6HF, 01434 688051, [email protected]. Page 170 Longhorsley St Helen. PCC Treasurer Mrs Liz Walker has resigned.

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