A REFLECTION FROM REV SUE SHERIFF
Celebration of Lay Ministries Service
Saturday 14th September, 10.30am, York Minster
Saturday promises to be a very exciting day – not least, but also not only, for Jackie Tuvey-Smith as she is made a Licensed Lay Minister in York Minister. For Jackie it is the culmination of a lot of hard study – which is not quite over yet. But she will not be the only person being licensed, there will also be those who have studied alongside her, something that I know will make it even more special for them all. We shall be holding Jackie and colleagues in our prayers. Each of them will have come to this point through different routes and will also be exercising slightly different ministries but all focused on three main areas: Teaching the Faith, Enabling People in Mission and Being Leaders in Church and Society.
There will also be Authorised Lay Ministers being authorised, something our own Ben can look forward to next year.
And other lay people being commissioned for a range of roles within the York Diocese.
This will all take place within a Communion service at which the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, will preside and the excellent speaker Mark Russell, Chief Executive of The Children’s Society, will preach.
Archbishop Stephen said,
“It’s such a joy to celebrate with those who serve in our diocese in recognised lay ministry roles. We all have a vocation to serve Christ, and we are called to discern how this may best be lived out, using the gifts and talents we have. As we live Christ’s Story, we give thanks today for all authorised and licensed lay ministers and all they do to share the Good News of Christ and to build God’s kingdom in this diocese.”
We would love to have even more both ALM’s and LLM’s like Ben and Jackie at St Oswald’s so if it is something you think you might be interested in then please have a word with me or them and we can explain what is involved.
God bless…
Sue S – Vicar of St Oswald’s
PS all are welcome to attend the service, no booking required, and there will be cupcakes afterwards!
t. 01904 633261 / m. 07521 778195
e. [email protected]
The Vicarage, 1 Fulford Park, YO10 4QE
(not available on a Friday)
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ST OSWALD‘S
Act justly, love mercy, walk humbly with God
+ Our regular Sunday and Wednesday 10am services take place in church
Celebration of Lay Ministries Service
Saturday 14th September, 10.30am, York Minster
Saturday promises to be a very exciting day – not least, but also not only, for Jackie Tuvey-Smith as she is made a Licensed Lay Minister in York Minister. For Jackie it is the culmination of a lot of hard study – which is not quite over yet. But she will not be the only person being licensed, there will also be those who have studied alongside her, something that I know will make it even more special for them all. We shall be holding Jackie and colleagues in our prayers. Each of them will have come to this point through different routes and will also be exercising slightly different ministries but all focused on three main areas: Teaching the Faith, Enabling People in Mission and Being Leaders in Church and Society.
There will also be Authorised Lay Ministers being authorised, something our own Ben can look forward to next year.
And other lay people being commissioned for a range of roles within the York Diocese.
This will all take place within a Communion service at which the Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, will preside and the excellent speaker Mark Russell, Chief Executive of The Children’s Society, will preach.
Archbishop Stephen said,
“It’s such a joy to celebrate with those who serve in our diocese in recognised lay ministry roles. We all have a vocation to serve Christ, and we are called to discern how this may best be lived out, using the gifts and talents we have. As we live Christ’s Story, we give thanks today for all authorised and licensed lay ministers and all they do to share the Good News of Christ and to build God’s kingdom in this diocese.”
We would love to have even more both ALM’s and LLM’s like Ben and Jackie at St Oswald’s so if it is something you think you might be interested in then please have a word with me or them and we can explain what is involved.
God bless…
Sue S – Vicar of St Oswald’s
PS all are welcome to attend the service, no booking required, and there will be cupcakes afterwards!
t. 01904 633261 / m. 07521 778195
e. [email protected]
The Vicarage, 1 Fulford Park, YO10 4QE
(not available on a Friday)
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ST OSWALD‘S
Act justly, love mercy, walk humbly with God
+ Our regular Sunday and Wednesday 10am services take place in church
+ Sunday 10am services are usually livestreamed
YouTube (also available as catch-up afterwards):
http://bit.ly/Stoswaldsyoutube (click on ‘Live’)
+ Large-print hymmn books are available – just ask one of the sidespeople when you go into church
+ Children’s area is on the right at the front of church
+ Toilets in the church hall round the back of the church including accessible toilet
+ Fair Trade Stall in the church hall usually on the 4th Sunday in the month
‘ALL ARE LOVED BY GOD’
This was the theme of the talk by Jackie Tuvey-Smith at the 10am service Sunday 8 September. You can read this talk by clicking HERE
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
10.30AM YORK MINSTER
Lay Minister Licensing Service
Jackie Tuvey-Smith
Please do go along to support Jackie at this important service.
This will be a service to recognise and affirm the ministries of lay people in the Diocese of York. As the body of Christ in the Diocese of York, its people and church communities will give thanks for the rich gifts of those who serve in a variety of lay ministries, all of which are a vital part of the ministry of the whole people of God as participants in God’s mission to the world.
To read the full story click HERE
SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER
10.00AM HOLY COMMUNION IN CHURCH
Children’s Groups: Pebbles & Explorers
Service Sheet: click here
followed by
BRING & SHARE LUNCH
in the CHURCH HALL
COME & CELEBRATE the licensing of Jackie Tuvey-Smith!
If you haven’t yet signed up to say that you are coming, do please email Louise Wheatley to let her know – everyone welcome! We know there is always lots of food as people are so generous!
MONDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
10AM MORNING PRAYER IN CHURCH
COMMUNITY CAFE & BABY CAFE
All babies & parents very welome!
No specific activities planned …
just a time to relax together
6-6.30PM PRAYING FOR THE WORLD at 5 REDMAN CLOSE
A short service of prayer
All welcome
WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
10AM HOLY COMMUNION IN CHURCH
(Book of Common Prayer)
10AM-12NOON IN THE CHURCH HALL
COMMUNITY CAFE
THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
9.30-11.30AM IN THE CHURCH HALL
ST OSWALD‘S TOTS
1PM WEDDING: ST THOMAS’ CHURCH
Lowther Street, The Groves YO31 7ND
BEN KYBETT & CHLOE BECKETT
All very welcome to attend!
Helpers urgently needed for Wild & Muddy Forest Church!
We do need to expand our team of helpers!
Have you wondered what we do at Forest church?
If you like the great outdoors, like working with children and families, like gardening and identifying things in nature, come and talk to Pippa for more details.
We meet once a month, usually on the last Saturday of the month, from 1.30-4.00pm with set up and take down.
We always have lots of fun – and the helpers have a good time too!
Pippa Ensor, m. 07949 844395
e. [email protected]
Come and explore faith in fellowship with friends
ST OSWALD‘S CHURCH PRAYER CHAIN
ST OSWALD‘S CHURCH WHATSAPP GROUP
Contact Pippa Ensor, e. [email protected]
m. 07949 844395
CHURCH SERVICES RADIO/ONLINE
SUNDAYS
> 8.10AM – BBC RADIO 4 SUNDAY WORSHIP
92-95FM | 198LW | Digital
Harvest and Thankfulness: Marking Harvest with One Church Brighton and music giving thanks to God for the season.
ONLINE SUNDAY SERVICE
YouTube/Facebook/website
website
LOCAL NEWS, SUPPORT & HELP ETC
REMINDER
Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 will run from
Monday 9 – Sunday 22 September.
It’s 30 years since Fairtrade products first hit the shelves and this year for Fairtrade Fortnight. This year, join us in urging everyone to Be the Change, by picking up Fairtrade products and speaking up for fairer trade.
Do go along to Fairer World at 84 Gillygate for tasters and samples of food products!
YORK 50+ FESTIVAL 2024
FULL OF LIFE!
Welcome to our 19th Annual 50+ Festival
21 September – 6 October 2024
Offering 118 diverse events organised by local enthusiastic individuals and groups
Click HERE for the brochure
A Pastoral Letter from the Dean of York, The Very Revd Dominic Barrington
September is very much a time of new beginnings. Young children get ready for their first day at school, and another generation of undergraduates embark on life at college or university. When I worked in the Episcopal Church in the US, it was common to speak of the new ‘program year’ (sic!), and even though such language is less common in the C of E, there is a sense of people returning to the pews after time away on holiday. And this year, a new government and House of Commons will be settling in to the many tasks it faces after the summer parliamentary recess.
Our journey with Jesus this September is also one which demands us to regroup and focus anew on his call to us, both as individuals and as communities. On the five Sundays this month contains, the gospel readings we will hear in church come from the middle of Mark, and each passage is one which demands some kind of fresh start. Jesus demands a re-evaluation of traditions taken for granted; a widening of our view about inclusivity; a new approach to losing and saving one’s life; a new perspective on what it means to be great.
I hope that as this month unfolds for you and that part of the Body of Christ to which you belong, you will be reinvigorated as you hear anew Jesus’ call to discipleship, and that, across this diocese we might be find ever more wonderful ways to Live Christ’s Story.
REMINDER
YORK FOOD BANK –
HELPING LOCAL PEOPLE IN CRISIS.
The foodbank relies on your goodwill and support.
DONATING FOOD:
There are collection boxes in the Church & Church Hall
Urgently needed: Small Jars of Coffee, Teabags, Jars of Jam (not homemade), Cleaning Sprays, Washing Up Liquid, Sugar, Cooking Oil
Also needed: Tinned Meat (anything but corned beef), UHT Milk, Tinned Tomatoes, Packets of Instant Noodles/Instant Pasta/Mug Shots, Instant Mash Potato, Cartons of Long Life Juice and Bottles of Squash, Sponge Puddings, Tinned Rice Pudding and Tinned Custard, Powdered Milk, Tinned Fruit, Shampoo, Shower Gel, Shaving Foam and Disposable Razors, Deodorants (Male & Female), Toilet Rolls, Laundry Detergent
There are also food collection points: for items bought in store at Waitrose (Foss Islands), Asda (Monks Cross), Tesco (Askham Bar), and at Food Warehouse (Clifton Moor)
DONATING MONEY: You can also support the Food Bank work by donating via this link here
REMINDER
ST OSWALD‘S CHURCH HALL RECYCLING HUB
Recycle More Plastics poster
What can you recycle? Check it out HERE
Clean cans, foil + tablet blister packs (all in bags)
can be put in the Christian Aid bin on the right
What will we be singing this Sunday?
Praise to the holiest in the height
River wash over me
Breathe on me breath of God
Bless the Lord O my soul
YouTube (also available as catch-up afterwards):
http://bit.ly/Stoswaldsyoutube (click on ‘Live’)
+ Large-print hymmn books are available – just ask one of the sidespeople when you go into church
+ Children’s area is on the right at the front of church
+ Toilets in the church hall round the back of the church including accessible toilet
+ Fair Trade Stall in the church hall usually on the 4th Sunday in the month
‘ALL ARE LOVED BY GOD’
This was the theme of the talk by Jackie Tuvey-Smith at the 10am service Sunday 8 September. You can read this talk by clicking HERE
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER
10.30AM YORK MINSTER
Lay Minister Licensing Service
Jackie Tuvey-Smith
Please do go along to support Jackie at this important service.
This will be a service to recognise and affirm the ministries of lay people in the Diocese of York. As the body of Christ in the Diocese of York, its people and church communities will give thanks for the rich gifts of those who serve in a variety of lay ministries, all of which are a vital part of the ministry of the whole people of God as participants in God’s mission to the world.
To read the full story click HERE
SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER
10.00AM HOLY COMMUNION IN CHURCH
Children’s Groups: Pebbles & Explorers
Service Sheet: click here
Reading: James 3: 1-12, Mark 8: 27-38
Music words: click here
(see also links to music videos at the end of the email)
Music words: click here
(see also links to music videos at the end of the email)
BRING & SHARE LUNCH
in the CHURCH HALL
COME & CELEBRATE the licensing of Jackie Tuvey-Smith!
If you haven’t yet signed up to say that you are coming, do please email Louise Wheatley to let her know – everyone welcome! We know there is always lots of food as people are so generous!
MONDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
10AM MORNING PRAYER IN CHURCH
TUESDAY 17 SEPTEMBER
10AM-12NOON IN THE CHURCH HALLCOMMUNITY CAFE & BABY CAFE
All babies & parents very welome!
No specific activities planned …
just a time to relax together
6-6.30PM PRAYING FOR THE WORLD at 5 REDMAN CLOSE
A short service of prayer
All welcome
Further details from Jackie Tuvey-Smith, t. 07800 774364
7PM PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING
A prayer for the PCC:
‘Lord Jesus Christ, we offer up the parish profile to you. The first draft is to be completed in time for the PCC to consider. May it contain the essence of who we are, what we want and what we are able to give. We pray for the PCC, and for their discussions in the meeting, that good ideas and modifications will be listened to and taken on board, where it fits in with your vision. Be with the PCC as they oversee and manage all aspects of empowering St Oswald’s to fulfil your mission.’
(Lorna Weaver Dutton)
PCC members comprise: Sue Baughan, Victoria Burles, Michael Courcier, Pippa Ensor, Suzanne Esson, Heidi Folland, Tricia Giltrap, Terina Hurley, Bryan Milner, Jane Richardson, Sue Sheriff, Jackie Tuvey-Smith, Kathryn Wells, Andrew Wilson, Louise Wheatley
7PM PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL MEETING
A prayer for the PCC:
‘Lord Jesus Christ, we offer up the parish profile to you. The first draft is to be completed in time for the PCC to consider. May it contain the essence of who we are, what we want and what we are able to give. We pray for the PCC, and for their discussions in the meeting, that good ideas and modifications will be listened to and taken on board, where it fits in with your vision. Be with the PCC as they oversee and manage all aspects of empowering St Oswald’s to fulfil your mission.’
(Lorna Weaver Dutton)
PCC members comprise: Sue Baughan, Victoria Burles, Michael Courcier, Pippa Ensor, Suzanne Esson, Heidi Folland, Tricia Giltrap, Terina Hurley, Bryan Milner, Jane Richardson, Sue Sheriff, Jackie Tuvey-Smith, Kathryn Wells, Andrew Wilson, Louise Wheatley
WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
10AM HOLY COMMUNION IN CHURCH
(Book of Common Prayer)
10AM-12NOON IN THE CHURCH HALL
COMMUNITY CAFE
THURSDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
9.30-11.30AM IN THE CHURCH HALL
ST OSWALD‘S TOTS
SATURDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
1PM WEDDING: ST THOMAS’ CHURCHLowther Street, The Groves YO31 7ND
BEN KYBETT & CHLOE BECKETT
All very welcome to attend!
Helpers urgently needed for Wild & Muddy Forest Church!
We do need to expand our team of helpers!
Have you wondered what we do at Forest church?
If you like the great outdoors, like working with children and families, like gardening and identifying things in nature, come and talk to Pippa for more details.
We meet once a month, usually on the last Saturday of the month, from 1.30-4.00pm with set up and take down.
We always have lots of fun – and the helpers have a good time too!
Pippa Ensor, m. 07949 844395
e. [email protected]
Come and explore faith in fellowship with friends
at one of our Bible Study House Groups!
This term we will be studying the Acts of the Apostles where we will be learning about the early church from its inception in Jerusalem and its spread throughout the world.
Wednesday 18 September 7.30pm (Redman Close Group weekly)
do have a chat with Jackie Tuvey-Smith:
e. [email protected],
t. 01904 655187 / m. 07800 774364
REMINDER
This term we will be studying the Acts of the Apostles where we will be learning about the early church from its inception in Jerusalem and its spread throughout the world.
Wednesday 18 September 7.30pm (Redman Close Group weekly)
contact Jackie Tuvey-Smith e. [email protected]
Wednesday 25 September 11.15am (Sir John J. Hunt Meeting Room Group fortnightly) contact Lesley Milner t.01904 652782
Wednesday 25 September 11.15am (Sir John J. Hunt Meeting Room Group fortnightly) contact Lesley Milner t.01904 652782
Thursday 25 September 7.30pm (Heslington Lane Group fortnightly)
contact Caroline Moore, e. [email protected]
If you would like to know more about joining a group,
contact Caroline Moore, e. [email protected]
If you would like to know more about joining a group,
e. [email protected],
t. 01904 655187 / m. 07800 774364
REMINDER
ST OSWALD‘S CHURCH WHATSAPP GROUP
Contact Pippa Ensor, e. [email protected]
m. 07949 844395
CHURCH SERVICES RADIO/ONLINE
SUNDAYS
> 8.10AM – BBC RADIO 4 SUNDAY WORSHIP
92-95FM | 198LW | Digital
Harvest and Thankfulness: Marking Harvest with One Church Brighton and music giving thanks to God for the season.
> 9AM – CHURCH OF ENGLAND
YouTube/Facebook/website
WEEKDAYS
> 10.45AM – BBC RADIO 4EXTRA DAILY SERVICE
> 10.45AM – BBC RADIO 4EXTRA DAILY SERVICE
LOCAL NEWS, SUPPORT & HELP ETC
REMINDER
Fairtrade Fortnight 2024 will run from
Monday 9 – Sunday 22 September.
It’s 30 years since Fairtrade products first hit the shelves and this year for Fairtrade Fortnight. This year, join us in urging everyone to Be the Change, by picking up Fairtrade products and speaking up for fairer trade.
Do go along to Fairer World at 84 Gillygate for tasters and samples of food products!
YORK 50+ FESTIVAL 2024FULL OF LIFE!
Welcome to our 19th Annual 50+ Festival
21 September – 6 October 2024
Offering 118 diverse events organised by local enthusiastic individuals and groups
Click HERE for the brochure
A Pastoral Letter from the Dean of York, The Very Revd Dominic Barrington
September is very much a time of new beginnings. Young children get ready for their first day at school, and another generation of undergraduates embark on life at college or university. When I worked in the Episcopal Church in the US, it was common to speak of the new ‘program year’ (sic!), and even though such language is less common in the C of E, there is a sense of people returning to the pews after time away on holiday. And this year, a new government and House of Commons will be settling in to the many tasks it faces after the summer parliamentary recess.
Our journey with Jesus this September is also one which demands us to regroup and focus anew on his call to us, both as individuals and as communities. On the five Sundays this month contains, the gospel readings we will hear in church come from the middle of Mark, and each passage is one which demands some kind of fresh start. Jesus demands a re-evaluation of traditions taken for granted; a widening of our view about inclusivity; a new approach to losing and saving one’s life; a new perspective on what it means to be great.
I hope that as this month unfolds for you and that part of the Body of Christ to which you belong, you will be reinvigorated as you hear anew Jesus’ call to discipleship, and that, across this diocese we might be find ever more wonderful ways to Live Christ’s Story.
REMINDERYORK FOOD BANK –
HELPING LOCAL PEOPLE IN CRISIS.
The foodbank relies on your goodwill and support.
DONATING FOOD:
There are collection boxes in the Church & Church Hall
Urgently needed: Small Jars of Coffee, Teabags, Jars of Jam (not homemade), Cleaning Sprays, Washing Up Liquid, Sugar, Cooking Oil
Also needed: Tinned Meat (anything but corned beef), UHT Milk, Tinned Tomatoes, Packets of Instant Noodles/Instant Pasta/Mug Shots, Instant Mash Potato, Cartons of Long Life Juice and Bottles of Squash, Sponge Puddings, Tinned Rice Pudding and Tinned Custard, Powdered Milk, Tinned Fruit, Shampoo, Shower Gel, Shaving Foam and Disposable Razors, Deodorants (Male & Female), Toilet Rolls, Laundry Detergent
There are also food collection points: for items bought in store at Waitrose (Foss Islands), Asda (Monks Cross), Tesco (Askham Bar), and at Food Warehouse (Clifton Moor)
DONATING MONEY: You can also support the Food Bank work by donating via this link here
REMINDER
ST OSWALD‘S CHURCH HALL RECYCLING HUB
Recycle More Plastics poster
What can you recycle? Check it out HERE
Clean cans, foil + tablet blister packs (all in bags)
can be put in the Christian Aid bin on the right
What will we be singing this Sunday?
Praise to the holiest in the height
River wash over me
Breathe on me breath of God
Bless the Lord O my soul
click on image for direct link to St Oswald‘s Church