Minster Lifeline 4

Rev. Irene writes:

“Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth, burst into jubilant song with music”

PSALM 98 v 4

 On Friday evening last week Ian and I went to a Fleetwood Mac tribute band at Hull City Hall. Great event! Music plays such an important part in all of our lives whether it be music in worship at the Minster, music concerts on Saturday lunchtimes and in the evenings or music on our radios and TV’s.

Music is a great source for bringing people together. It speaks to all when words can fail and wherever you go in the world. Music is known to improve health and wellbeing. It can improve confidence and resilience. Learning a musical instrument or singing in a group or choir provides a platform for people to achieve through discipline and perseverance. Being part of an ensemble helps develop leadership skills and the ability to work in a team.

Music provides an opportunity for people from all social and cultural backgrounds to express themselves. Listening to Radio 4 on Sunday morning I was impressed with the BBC Appeal ‘In place of war’ the story of a young man faced with the decision - does he follow the wrong path with many of his peers, down the road of drugs and law breaking or does he turn the other way and use music as an alternative. The young man chose the way of music and now runs a community music project with young people helping them also to make the right decision.

Yes, music can change lives!

OUR CHURCH CRAFTERS AND KNITTERS

The crafters (Becky and Glynis), worked hard over Christmas on their stall to raise funds towards a new defibrillator for the church.  They made over £400 – a fantastic amount considering they are the only two crafters involved.

Becy and Glynis would love others to come on board.  This could be replenishing their supply of hats and gloves which sold extremely well or helping in other ways.  They will be meeting in the Minter on Wednesday afternoon 14th February, to chat about the future, so PLEASE do go along and see if even more goods can be made for future sales.

THANK YOU.

Alpha and the Bible courses are all running again on Wednesdays. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

Living in Love and Faith 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE FOR THE SINKING OF THE ‘GAUL’

Hull Minster will be hosting the Civic service to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the sinking of the trawler Gaul.

There will be four days of events and talks around the City starting on the 8th February culminating in the service at Hull Minster on the 11th at 2pm.

Everyone is welcome to attend and please keep the fishing community and families of those who perished in your prayers.

“The fishing vessel Gaul was a deep sea factory trawler based at Hull. She was launched in December 1971 by Brooke Marine of Lowestoft, entering service during 1972 with the Ranger Fishing company, where she was registered at North Shields as Ranger Castor, SN18. She was renamed when Ranger Fishing was bought by British United Trawlers and re-registered at Hull as Gaul, H243.  She sank some time on the night of 8-9 February 1974 in storm conditions in the Barents Sea, north of Norway. No distress signal was received, and her loss was not realised until 10 February after she twice failed to report in. An extensive search operation was launched but no trace of the ship was found, apart from a lifebuoy recovered three months later. All thirty-six crew were lost. The president of the British Trawler Federation described the loss of the Gaul as "the worst ever single-trawler tragedy".  The wreck was finally located in 1997.

“Gaul sailed from Hull on the morning of 22 January 1974. Mate George Petty became ill and was put ashore at Lødingen on the 26th. Maurice Spurgeon joined the crew on the 28th at Tromsø and Gaul arrived at the fishing grounds off the north coast of Norway the following day. On 8th February, the sea state became severe. Reports from the skippers of other trawlers in the area give the wave height at between 6.5 and 9m, wind between 7 and 10 on the Beaufort scale.

At 09:30 Gaul reported to British United Trawlers that she was "laid and dodging off the North Cape Bank". At 10:30, as was company policy, she reported to the Orsino on the "Skipper's Freezer Schedule" - a summary of position, weather conditions, catch etcetera. A further report was due at 16:30 but Gaul, alone of the 17 British United Trawlers ships in the area at the time, failed to report.

By the afternoon of 10 February British United Trawlers had alerted their insurance company, UK Trawlers Mutual that Gaul had failed to report for two days. On the following morning, the insurance company sent out a message to all the trawlers they insured reading:

To all vessels fishing North Bank, Norway – all vessels please report any contact with the GAUL last reported fishing North Bank. Nil reports not required.

The aircraft carrier HMS Hermes was in the area and was ordered to commence searching. The search involved four other British ships, three Norwegian ships and nineteen trawlers, coordinated by the Hermes. No evidence of the missing Gaul was found, and the search was called off on the afternoon of the 15th February.”

ANOTHER NEW CHORISTER FOR HULL MINSTER - ARIA

ONE OF OUR AMAZING CHOIR MEMBERS

Amy Miller, who took part in the Cottingham Festival and came second in the harp solo class and won the ensemble class.  Congratulations!

AND THIS AMAZING MAN – ONE WITH MANY TALENTS!

Clearly his recuperation time has allowed him to get in a lot of practice.  Think he’s struggling a bit though, perhaps a little more difficult than he’s used to?

ARE THESE THE THREE WISEST MEN WE’VE GOT?

Sam is look rather puzzled and worried – probably best if people who know what they’re doing put it away next time!!

YOUTH ORGANISATION SERVICE

Hull Minster played host to His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant youth organisation service on Sunday.

We had just under two hundred in the congregation, including one hundred and eleven youngsters.  The Service was superb, and Revd. Rob Suekarran played a blinder of a sermon involving all the cadets to much hilarity.

There were many youth units attended including our very own Girl’s Brigade.

"What a joy it was to verge at this service.” Jon Major

REQUEST FOR UKRAINE

Revd. Ben Norton has asked if we could collect sweets and chocolate as treats for the Ukrainian soldiers being trained in this country.

COLLECT FOR THE SUNDAY NEXT BEFORE LENT 

Holy God, you know the disorder of our sinful lives 

set straight our crooked hearts, 

and bend our wills to love your goodness and your glory 

In Jesus Christ our Lord 

AMEN 

READINGS FOR THE  SUNDAY NEXT BEFORE LENT 

Psalm 50:1-6 

2 Corinthians 4:3-6 

Mark 9:2-9 

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SUNDAY NEXT BEFORE LENT

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult circumstances.

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

·         For the leaders of Girls Brigade and all the girls who are involved.

·         For the younger and older Sunday morning groups and those who lead them.

·         For all those who come into the Minster seeking help, that God will meet them in their needs.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE

We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the Welcome Café. Our keep fit expert was with us on Thursday last week along with support from Hull City Council.

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

God of heaven,

You send the gospel to the ends of the earth

And your messengers to every nation:

Send our Holy Spirit to transform us

By the good news of everlasting life

In Jesus Christ our lord.

READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

Psalm 111

Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Revelation 12:1-5a

Mark 1:21-28

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

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BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 3

Rev. Irene writes:

As Val and I put together this week’s Lifeline, I noticed that our Collect and Readings ae for he Second Sunday before Lent – I wondered how we had got to this point so quickly!!

The gardens and hedgerows confirm this as this, as the spring flowers begin to poke through the earth yet again.  I am delighted to see the snowdrops out, the aconites and daffodils fighting hard to appear again making yet another beautiful show of colour.

Seven more weeks before Spring arrives but the daylight hours are getting longer, and things are heading in the right direction.

Despite this being the winter term, there seems to be lots happening in the Minster at the moment.  The Wednesday evening courses have all started giving a choice of Online Alpha, Living in Love and Faith, Prayer Course and Zoom Bible Study.  It is not too late to come along to one or more of these, just speak to a member of the clergy team and they will help you make the right decision.

In our busyness at church it is always good to put aside some time for studying, reflecting, and praying.

The Psalmist says: Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10

One of the hardest pats of living in our culture today is the busyness that consumes our lives.  WE often feel like we are constantly being pulled in so many directions.  But God knows exactly what our hearts and spirits need.  He know that we need to take time to breathe and just be still with Him, allowing ourselves to remember and acknowledge that He is God.

One of the greatest rewards from having a regular quiet time with God brings, is that it enables God to speak into our lives in the ways which we desperately need to hear him.

OUR CHURCH CRAFTERS AND KNITTERS

The crafters (Becky and Glynis), worked hard over Christmas on their stall to raise funds towards a new defibrillator for the church.  They made over £400 – a fantastic amount considering they are the only two crafters involved.

Becy and Glynis would love others to come on board.  This could be replenishing their supply of hats and gloves which sold extremely well or helping in other ways.  They will be meeting in the Minter on Wednesday afternoon 14th February, to chat about the future, so PLEASE do go along and see if even more goods can be made for future sales.

THANK YOU.

Alpha and the Bible courses are all running again on Wednesdays. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

REQUEST FOR UKRAINE

Revd. Ben Norton has asked if we could collect sweets and chocolate as treats for the Ukrainian soldiers being trained in this country.

COLLECT FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE LENT

Almighty God, give us reverence for all creation

And respect for every person

That we may mirror your likeness

In Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN 

READINGS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE LENT

Psalm 104:16 to end

Colossians 1:15-20

John 1:1-14

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE LENT

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult circumstances.

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

·         For the leaders of Girls Brigade and all the girls who are involved.

·         For the younger and older Sunday morning groups and those who lead them.

·         For all those who come into the Minster seeking help, that God will meet them in their needs.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE

We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the Welcome Café. Our keep fit expert was with us on Thursday last week along with support from Hull City Council.

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

God of heaven,

You send the gospel to the ends of the earth

And your messengers to every nation:

Send our Holy Spirit to transform us

By the good news of everlasting life

In Jesus Christ our lord.

READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

Psalm 111

Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Revelation 12:1-5a

Mark 1:21-28

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 2

Val writes:

Life is all about CHOICES.  I don’t know if you’re like me when watching the news or programmes about people, but one thing stands out: that everyone has made a choice to do or say something in relation to the issue.  Research suggests that the average adult makes about 35,000 remotely conscious decisions every day!  Each decision carries consequences with it that are both good and bad.

Less than two weeks ago, someone decided to try, at some speed, to get through a gap between the kerb and my car – NO GAP!  An unbelievably bad choice, in my opinion.

It set me to thinking about what directs our choices.  As a former history teacher, it is fascinating to look back at the reasons for important historical decisions.  Henry VIII broke away from the Church of Rome and set up the Church of England because the Pope refused him a divorce.  Britain entered into war with Germany in 1939 because we had promised Poland our support in the event of a German invasion, not considered likely.  Many similar decisions have been made over the centuries because individuals or nations had not thought the ideas through or because they were based on wrong assumptions.

Back in the Old Testament when the Children of Israel were about to enter the Promised Land, Joshua their leader, challenged them:

“Choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River (Jordan), or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord” (Joshua 24:15)

You might not think to pray about decisions you are going to make but asking God into the situation can make all the difference.  I trust that you will choose to serve God and always pray for his help when making your choices.  If you want to know more about this, ask one of the clergy to chat with you.  Val Fotherby

MUSTARD SEED

Most people will know Heather as Dominic’s wife, but maybe not everyone knows that she works full time for the Diocese of York, leading the Mustard Seed programme - ‘Growing disciples in places where life is tough.’ Every week at Hull Minster Heather leads a learning community of lay people from across the churches in Hull called Stepping Up. It is a year-long journey of growing deeper in faith and exploring how to develop mission in the local community.

Stepping Up also happens in Middlesbrough and our coastal towns, with ninety-nine people on the journey so far, and sixty people who have completed the year. You can find out more about who they are and how they are serving in mission on the website here www.mseed.org

 Heather will be starting a new Stepping Up learning Community in Hull after Easter, so if you are interested, please speak to her to find out more or contact heather.black@yorkdiocese.org     T 07852151740

THE ELEMENTS
It was cold, Christmas was over, the light was slowly coming back after the winter solstice, people needed something to cheer them up, something to come out for as a family and have an evening with friends again. 

It was so good to see the Minster full of light and life after the Christmas break to experience the ‘The Elements’ a new spectacular immersive sound and light show by Luxmuralis.  The installation intertwined different world cultures, religious and mythological expressions of Earth, Air, Fire and Water, the classical attributes of our world as represented throughout art history in many ways worldwide.

Shows and events like this are expensive to put on, in this case around £27k. But they bring in many hundreds of people into our magnificent building and can make vital money to sustain the costs of running it in a way that we are able to be open six days a week. 

We are only able to do this because of the tremendous generosity of the tremendous team of people who are willing to donate their time, often late into the evening, to allow us to keep the doors open and host so many amazing events and concerts. Thank You!

Canon Dominic Black 

Vicar of Hull Minster

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE

We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the Welcome Café. Our keep fit expert was with us on Thursday last week along with support from Hull City Council.

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

God of heaven,

You send the gospel to the ends of the earth

And your messengers to every nation:

Send our Holy Spirit to transform us

By the good news of everlasting life

In Jesus Christ our lord.

READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

Psalm 111

Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Revelation 12:1-5a

Mark 1:21-28

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks and for a de-escalation of tension in the wider area of the Middle East.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficult

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 1

Rev. Irene writes:

A new year has arrived in which we as a world are facing so many challenges. Conflict around the world hasn’t disappeared and the constant reminder of climate change is never far away.

Many of us will have made resolutions to do our ‘bit’ to save the planet or to help wherever we can to bring some comfort to all those suffering in war areas.

In our Morning prayer readings we have been looking at Genesis – the creation story and the power that God gave to humans. We are part of God’s work to heal the earth.

Below is a short extract from a reflection by Peter Graystone:

It once seemed that sea otters had been hunted to extinction for their pelts until a tiny colony was found in Alaska and helped, cub by cub, into a substantial population. Then on Good Friday 1989 the Exxon Valdez spilled eleven million gallons of oil into Prince William Sound and killed twelve thousand in twenty-four hours. Work resumed to re-establish the otter population, and it has been restored to its former numbers. However, it took twenty-four years.

Time is not on our side if we are to heal our damaged earth. We now have the knowledge of good and evil. We now have the understanding of life. The trees are crying out to us and we must change. We must know this. Our children must know this. Our neighbours must know this. Our leaders must know this. This is the last ditch. This is where we turn and fight.

A bleak reminder for the beginning of the New Year but one we can’t hide away from.

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

The Prayer Course 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Alpha at the Minster (Zoom) 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Zoom Bible Study 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Access via Teaching on Hull Minster Website

SELECTION BOXES FOR THE UKRAINE

A very big thank you to all who contributed these.  The Ukrainian Community as always, were very grateful.

VOLUNTEERS CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION

A very enjoyable afternoon and thanks to Shirley for organising this event.

From Jon Major:

Not strictly one of our team at Hull Minster, but meet Rev. Jonathan James Guy (Rev. Jonny).

Jonny carried out his first shift as one of our Duty Chaplain team before Christmas.

He was ordained at Hull Minster by the Bishop of Hull on Sunday 4th June of this year. 

He is now working as Curate for the Drypool Parish team.

Thank you and welcome to Hull Minster, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

THE ELEMENTS

Hull Minster is hosting a truly magnificent light installation exploring THE ELEMENTS

Experience the power of the Earth’s elements this week Wednesday to Saturday

We are bringing another spectacular immersive light show by Luxmuralis showcasing the four elements: earth, air, fire and water.

You will be enveloped by each element and witness the transformation of the majestic sacred space of the Minster with projection artworks which interpret the elements within our planet’s environment in which we live and impact upon our human behaviour.

The elements will be conveyed through artistic interpretations, sound and light and allowing you to witness volcanoes, be immersed in the sky and environment, watch as the natural world evolves through dramatic historic and artistic imagery and end in the Nave immersed in the power of the oceans, storms and great stories linked to water.

Be prepared to embrace THE ELEMENTS.

 For Tickets go to the Hull Minster Website

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE

We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the Welcome Café. Our keep fit expert was with us on Thursday last week along with support from Hull City Council.
 

FROM REV. DOMINIC

SEARCH Newsletter January 2024

Dear friends,

In her poem ‘The Gate of The Year’ the Methodist Minnie Louise Haskins writes:

And I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year:
“Give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown.”

And he replied:
“Go out into the darkness and
put your hand into the Hand of God.
That shall be to you better than light
and safer than a known way.”

As we stand at the gate of 2024, at SEARCH we hope to be a resource for all those across Hull, and beyond, who are once again putting their hands into the Hand of God and stepping out into the dark unknown. We are here for all those striving to sow seeds of the kingdom of God, seeds of justice, peace and joy, in their local communities, city and wider world.

This January we have a number of new sessions starting, and we look forward to connecting and collaborating with you over the year ahead, as we step out into the unknown together!

Upcoming Sessions and Events:

A Spring Within Us: A Year of Daily Meditations: Richard Rohr: 9780281080212: hive.co.uk

If you want to join us on this year-long journey, you would be most welcome. We plan to host an online Zoom gathering each month, where those of us reflecting on the daily devotionals can gather together and share. The first online gathering will be 7pm-8.30pm on 31st January, and you can access the session via the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87969422110?pwd=anR3MmxGbElidTFmMnQrUS8yN3JiZz09

Meeting ID: 879 6942 2110       Passcode: 922438

COLLECT FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

God of all mercy, your Son proclaimed good news to the poor;

release to the captives, and freedom to the oppressed;

anoint us with your Holy Spirit and set all your peoples free

to praise you in Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

Psalm 128

Genesis 14:17-20

John 2:1-11

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF EPIPHANY

·         For good health and healing for all those who are struggling.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficulty.

·         For all those suffering injustices, that they may receive freedom from the burden and suffering that they have undergone.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 49

Merry Christmas to everyone

From the Hull Minster Team

Please note your next Lifeline will be:

9th January 2024!

Rev. Irene writes:

What a joy to be with so many people this Christmas time. The Minster has held services, concerts, and private events over the past week. Children that have visited the Minster have helped Ellie decorate the beautiful tree outside the Broadley Chapel door. Six hundred plus people came to the Dignity services where they could light candles and remember their loved ones. Our Christingle took place on Saturday what a joy to see the children hearing the Christmas story once again.

Our volunteers were all welcomed last Monday afternoon and shared a picnic together – a time to say ‘thank you’ for their wonderful help over the year. We were delighted to see Jane Owen with us that afternoon.

It is not just the Minster that has been celebrating I was pleased to lead prayers at the Dialogue Society Christmas Celebration last week. I was able to join our friends, mainly, from Turkey, and share in their celebration. The theme of the evening was Peace and Unity – very apt at this time!

THROUGH THE MINSTER WINDOW!

Easy Fundraising when you Shop Online

Over the past two weeks we invited people to sign up to easy fundraising. THANK YOU for the great response, with 41 people now signed up and £274.72 raised so far!

This is a very simple way in which you can raise money for Hull Minster whenever you are shopping online, with 7,000 brands who will donate part of what you spend to Hull Minster at no extra cost to you.  As you choose your gifts for family and friends this Christmas, you can also choose to give to Hull Minster. Easy Fundraising also covers almost every area of online shopping - groceries, travel, holidays, insurance, utilities, mobiles and more. If you haven’t signed up yet it is very easy to register at www.easyfundraising.org.uk. If you are already signed up, you can refer a friend and raise £5. Let us see if we can grow this easy way of raising funds, with forty-one plus people raising donations every time they shop online, we hope to raise a significant amount over the coming year. 

Thank you for supporting Hull Minster in this simple way. Happy Shopping!

The Reverend Canon Dr Dominic Black

CHRISTMAS CARDS 2023

If you would like to wish all your friends at church a Happy Christmas but do not want to buy individual cards there will be a board for Christmas cards in the church throughout Advent. This is an opportunity to send one card only and maybe the saving can be given to your choice of charity.

JON MAJOR’S “SOMETHING DIFFERENT!”

Not something we are accustomed to seeing at Hull Minster, but on Saturday someone appeared with a chainsaw and made these beautiful ice carvings of a reindeer and sleigh.  Fascinating to watch these being made from a solid block of ice.

BISHOP ELEANOR

It was good to see Bishop Eleanor as she popped in to see what was happening in the Minster and to talk to some of the Volunteers.

ELLIE HARDY

A very big thank you to Ellie for her work with the children to create our beautiful tree.

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) AND LISTENING SPACE

Next Welcome Café will be 11th January 2024

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again on Wednesday 24th January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

CHRISTMAS CEILIDH

A very big thank you to Katie for organising another brilliant evening and to all those indefatigable musicians who provided the music, as well as other helpers

AND THIS ONE WAS TAKEN EARLIER!

As Gill Alden commented: “We’ve heard of the singing nuns, but not the dancing ones!

YOUNGER JUNIOR CHURCH

Victoria said, " put your hand up if you would rather be at church than at school" !!

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT CHRISTMAS EVE

Eternal God, as Mary waited for the birth of your Son,

so we wait for his coming in glory.

bring us through the birth pangs of this present age,

to see, with her our greatest salvation

in Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

CHRISTMAS EVE

Psalm 89:1-4,19-28

2 Samuel 7:1-11,16

Luke 1:26-38

READINGS FOR FIRST SUNDAY OF CHRISTMAS

Psalm 148

Isaiah 61:10 – 62:3

Luke 2:15-21

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

·         For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks.

·         Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficulty.

·         For all those who will be working over the Christmas period, in hospital, care homes etc. that they may know the joy of Christmas in their workplaces.

THIS WEEK’S DIARY

:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 48

Rev. Irene writes:

For many years I visited a lady called Marion Lawson. She died in her nineties a couple of years ago. Each time I visited she told me of the time when her husband and two sons were in the choir and how she enjoyed making sure the choirboys were smart and tidy on a Sunday morning. This involved laundry, a comb for their hair and a friendly face to encourage them.

Yesterday as I was in the Minster, where down the south aisle was a group of parents who had a steaming machine and an iron in action, ironing choir robes for our children. What a great sight. I could not help but think that Marion would be looking down upon them so proud that someone else has taking on that important role.

One mum said to me they stand taller and feel proud if they are smart and well presented. So ‘thank you’ to all those involved. The commitment of being a choir parent is quite immense – we appreciate you all do to help your children spread the good news of Jesus to the people of this City.

THE MINSTER SHOP

Minster Christmas Card 2023

This year’s Christmas card is from an original oil painting by local artist Tony Denison. The cards are now on sale from the Minster Shop. Packs of 5 are £6 and single cards are £1.50. There are nativity advent calendars for £3.50 and a stand-up advent card for £2. Advent candles will be in stock soon. 

Sue McGaw,  Buying Team. 

CHRISTMAS CARDS 2023

If you would like to wish all your friends at church a Happy Christmas but do not want to buy individual cards there will be a board for Christmas cards in the church throughout Advent. This is an opportunity to send one card only and maybe the saving can be given to your choice of charity.

Easy Fundraising when you Shop Online

Over the past two weeks we invited people to sign up to easy fundraising. THANK YOU for the great response, with 41 people now signed up and £274.72 raised so far!

This is a very simple way in which you can raise money for Hull Minster whenever you are shopping online, with 7,000 brands who will donate part of what you spend to Hull Minster at no extra cost to you.  As you choose your gifts for family and friends this Christmas, you can also choose to give to Hull Minster. Easy Fundraising also covers almost every area of online shopping - groceries, travel, holidays, insurance, utilities, mobiles and more. If you haven’t signed up yet it is very easy to register at www.easyfundraising.org.uk. If you are already signed up, you can refer a friend and raise £5. Let us see if we can grow this easy way of raising funds, with forty-one plus people raising donations every time they shop online, we hope to raise a significant amount over the coming year. 

Thank you for supporting Hull Minster in this simple way. Happy Shopping!

The Reverend Canon Dr Dominic Black

Carols by Candlelight

What a fabulous Christmas concert by our choir on Sunday evening. The evening was expertly led by Sally Fairfax with readings, communal carol singing and a wonderful performance by the choir. The young choristers stood out with their ‘angelic’ voices many having solo parts!

Well done Mark and team and thank you to all who attended making several thousands of pounds towards supporting and funding scholarships now and in the future.

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again in January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

THIS WEEK’S VOLUNTEERS

Meet some of our wonderful multi award winning team in the Trinity Room.  You can always be assured of a very warm welcome and a smile from such a great, hardworking team.  A special shout-out to Lilly, who worked on her 18th birthday, when asked why she was working on such a special day she replied, ‘because I love coming to work’.  That sums up how special this team is.   

OUR CHRISTMAS TREE

Thank you to the anonymous donor for paying for the Christmas trees as they have done for more than ten years.  Al Hutso

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST!

Hi all,   I've had a few people ask me if we're doing another ceilidh, well we are! Sat 16th December - 6.30pm. Free entry, for family and friends of the Minster. There will be donation boxes to cover the costs of heating and lighting. (And hopefully a bar) Bring your own supper.
This time we're asking people to sign up through the link below, so we can gauge numbers.
Thank you!
Katie   https://hm.churchsuite.com/events/8arngifx

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries

UKRAINE APPEAL

Thank you to everyone who contributed the selection boxes for children in Ukraine.

SCHOOL VISIT

A local school visiting our church to hear about Jesus at Christmas

COLLECT FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

God for whom we watch and wait,

you sent John the Baptist to prepare the way of your Son;

give us courage to speak the truth, to hunger for justice,

and to suffer for the cause of right, with Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Psalm 126

Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-end

John 1.6-8,19-28

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT

• For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

•  For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks.

• Pray especially for all those children in Ukraine and the Middle East who are going through horrendous suffering.

• For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficulty.

• That all those entering the Minster this Christmas may experience the love of Jesus.
  
  

DIARY FOR THE NEXT TWELVE DAYS

“I am fundraising for DrugFam in the AJ Bell Great North Run.  Here is my page if you would like to support:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 47

Rev. Irene writes:

Advent – the arrival, coming or presence.

We enter the season of Advent yet again as we prepare and wait to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus.

In Christian communities around the world, Advent refers to a four-week season of remembering and celebrating the arrival of Jesus on Earth. It is a time to reflect on the humble birth of the Messiah and to join in the anticipation of when he will come again to reunite Heaven and Earth as was promised:

‘Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth,

for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and

there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new

Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as

a bride beautifully dressed for her husband.’   Revelation 21

May this Advent season be filled with peace, with time for prayer, reflection, and anticipation so we may be prepared to celebrate once more the Christ child and all the promises that brings for each of us.

REMEMBERING SERVICE

On Saturday this week at 2 p.m. Rev. Irene will be holding our service for remembering children and siblings that have gone before us. A small reflective service followed by refreshments and time to share with one another.

It will be an opportunity to light a candle, add your loved one’s name to the prayer tree and continue to fill our Christmas tree with memories.

THE MINSTER SHOP

Minster Christmas Card 2023

This year’s Christmas card is from an original oil painting by local artist Tony Denison. The cards are now on sale from the Minster Shop. Packs of 5 are £6 and single cards are £1.50. There are nativity advent calendars for £3.50 and a stand-up advent card for £2. Advent candles will be in stock soon. 

Sue McGaw,  Buying Team. 

CHRISTMAS CARDS 2023

If you would like to wish all your friends at church a Happy Christmas but do not want to buy individual cards there will be a board for Christmas cards in the church throughout Advent. This is an opportunity to send one card only and maybe the saving can be given to your choice of charity.

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again in January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

THIS WEEK’S VOLUNTEER

Meet Ellie Hardy

Ellie has been volunteering at the Minster for four years.

She has completely thrown herself into church life volunteering on a number of roles including welcoming and cleaning, as well as stepping up as assistant verger.

She is also part of the Mustard Seed programme along with being on the pastoral team at Archbishop Sentamu academy under Rev. Ann Richards.  

She helps out at most events, sometimes staying until late at night to help set up for the following day.

Thank you Ellie for your incredible efforts.

WALKING WITH ANGELS

An advent Companionship over four Saturdays in December

Bishop of Hull Dr Eleanor Sanderson, with Believe in Hull, invite you to join them in prayer walking across the city of Hull on four successive December Saturdays from the 2nd.

Advent is a time of looking to, and longing for, the coming of Christ. It is also a time when we retell our nativity stories and are reminded of the remarkable ways that the heavens and the earth came together through ordinary people and extraordinary angels responding to God.

More information available on:

https://dioceseofyork.org.uk/news-events/news/walking-with-angels-in-hull/

REQUEST FOR THE CHILDREN IN THE UKRAINE

We are asking everyone if finance's allow, if you could buy a selection box to donate to the children of Ukraine for Christmas.  The box's have to be collected by the 10th December latest.
If you can help, please give your selection box to myself or leave in my office and I will pass on to the appropriate persons.

Thank you and God bless
Shirley

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST!

Hi all,
I've had a few people ask me if we're doing another ceilidh, well we are! Sat 16th December - 6.30pm. Free entry, for family and friends of the Minster. There will be donation boxes to cover the costs of heating and lighting. (And hopefully a bar) Bring your own supper.
This time we're asking people to sign up through the link below, so we can gauge numbers.
Thank you!
Katie
https://hm.churchsuite.com/events/8arngifx

OLDER JUNIOR CHURCH

Today we talked about the difference between preparing for Christmas and preparing for the arrival of Christ.

CHANGES TO SEW FOR THE SOUL AND MINSTER CRAFTERS MEETING

Both will now take place on Thursday mornings during the Welcome Cafe, and all are welcome to join in.

MINSTER CRAFTERS WILL BE THE FIRST THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

SEW FOR THE SOUL WILL BE THE THIRD THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

Currently both Crafters and Sewing is solely attended by Glenis and me, so more members or people would be gratefully appreciated. Let me know if you are interested.

Many thanks. Becky.

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries

READINGS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Psalm 85:1-2,8-end

Isaiah 40:1-11

2 Peter 3:8-15a

Mark 1:1-8

COLLECT FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Almighty God, purify our hearts and mind

that when your Son Jesus Christ comes again as judge and saviour

we may be ready to receive him

who is our Lord and our God.

AMEN

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

·         For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine and other areas of conflict in the world.  For the coming together for peace talks.

·         For those in need at this time, that people will respond to meet those in difficulty.

·         That all those entering the Minster this Christmas may experience the love of Jesus

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

“I am fundraising for DrugFam in the AJ Bell Great North Run.  Here is my page if you would like to support:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 46

Rev. Dominic writes:

Gifts and Giving
This coming Sunday is Advent Sunday. Advent means coming or arriving. It is a time when we remember the prophesies and events that led up to the incarnation on Christmas Day when Jesus came to share our human life, but also a time when we remember that he will come again in glory. In the last few weeks from All Saints and Remembrance Sunday we have been remembering those who have gone before us marked with the sign of the cross. A time to reflect ’to use aright the time left to us here on earth’ and what our legacy will be.

For Christians life is a gift, not something to get through, although there are times for all of us it can feel like that. Those of us who have been parents have had the privilege of bringing new life into the world and nurturing that gift within the wider community of family, church, school, and youth organisations. Sadly, since the 1980’s the number of children and young people involved in the life and worship of the Church of England has declined markedly. The reasons for this are complex, but one of the factors has been the lack of people willing to commit their time and efforts on a regular basis to run youth groups, choirs, Sunday Schools. Because of this decline over the decades, a major aim for the church nationally and one of our key priorities is to grow younger and more diverse. 

Giving our time and gifts

One of the many joys we are seeing at the minster today is the growth in the number of choristers. All of us have our part to play to help one another flourish and grow in the faith. There are so many ways you could be involved.  Maybe you could offer to do a craft at our next messy church or be part of the Minster team with Rev Louise listening to children read at Adelaide Primary School or be part of an Open the Book team. You could help with the refreshments at Little Fishes, be a supporter at Junior Church or at the Saturday Song School. All of us can commit to pray for young people and for our ministry among them.
The photograph is of 97 year old Elsie sharing the peace with seven year old Ella at her first Holy Communion at the Church of the Ascension, Middlesbrough.  One of the poorest estates in the UK.  I got to know them when I was Area Dean.  Elsie died early 2020, and gave half her estate for Children and Youth Work in the Parish.  Beautiful things are now happening because of her generosity.

Giving financially
As well as our time, as part of our gratitude to God we have the privilege to be able to give financially. Sadly we have again set a deficit budget for 2024 of -£65,000. We are moving in the right direction this is less than pre-covid but can only go on a few more years before we run out of savings and are in serious financial trouble. It sounds like a lot of money but there are some simple things that could begin to make a real difference. The first thing is gift-aid envelopes. We are losing considerable amounts of money each week because people are giving in cash and not using the gift aid envelopes. If you are a UK tax payer the church can add 25% to your donation from the government from any taxes you have paid. If 50 people gave £5 more a week that is £13,000 more a year or £15,600 when gift aided. Ideally we would like people to be giving directly through the Parish Giving System which saves hours of counting cash and automatically claims the gift aid.

One of the things we are encouraging people to think about in this season is leaving a financial legacy in your will. To consider leaving a gift to your church family. The PCC ask that you do not restrict this too tightly as priorities change over the years, but there may be aspects of the church's life that you have deeply valued that you would like your gift used for. 

As we prepare to celebrate the greatest gift, our Saviour, Emmanuel, let us receive afresh the gift of God’s love and reflect on how we can express our love for God through the giving of our time, our gifts and talents and the resources that God has entrusted to us. Thank you.

Easy Fundraising through Christmas Shopping
A very simple way in which you can raise money for Hull Minster is to register with www.easyfundraising.org.uk and give as you shop. The app covers over 4,500 shops and websites, all of which give a percentage of your spending to the Minster. When you first sign up, Hull Minster receives a free £5 donation! So far, we have 5 people signed up and shopping, which has raised over £250 for Hull Minster, let’s see if we can grow this simple way of giving as you choose your gifts for family and friends this Christmas. Happy Shopping!

THE MINSTER SHOP

Minster Christmas Card 2023

This year’s Christmas card is from an original oil painting by local artist Tony Denison. The cards are now on sale from the Minster Shop. Packs of 5 are £6 and single cards are £1.50. There are nativity advent calendars for £3.50 and a stand-up advent card for £2. Advent candles will be in stock soon. 

Sue McGaw,  Buying Team. 

CHRISTMAS CARDS 2023

If you would like to wish all your friends at church a Happy Christmas but do not want to buy individual cards there will be a board for Christmas cards in the church throughout Advent. This is an opportunity to send one card only and maybe the saving can be given to your choice of charity.

Alpha and the Bible courses will all commence again in January. If you would like to take part, please speak to one of the clergy team.

THIS WEEK’S VOLUNTEERS

Meet Don & Mary Kitchman.  Together they have worked in the church for many years.

Don has been a bell ringer for over fifty years and loves taking groups on the very popular tower tours as well as helping with other duties around the church.

Mary is a very active volunteer around the church and is a great member of our multi award winning team in the Trinity Room.  She is always to be found serving refreshments after both services on a Sunday and is very guilty of secretly hiding a piece of chocolate cake after the 11 o’clock service for the Verger in case he doesn’t finish before it all goes!

Thank you both for the many years of devoted service to Hull Minster. Jon Major

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET


A packed Hull Minster was entertained on Saturday at the Victorian Christmas Market by the AFO choir and the Humberside Police Band.  It was so full at one time we had to stagger admittance on the door.  

Hopefully everyone left with Christmas joy in their heart.  
Jon Major

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST!

Hi all,
I've had a few people ask me if we're doing another ceilidh, well we are! Sat 16th December - 6.30pm. Free entry, for family and friends of the Minster. There will be donation boxes to cover the costs of heating and lighting. (And hopefully a bar) Bring your own supper.
This time we're asking people to sign up through the link below, so we can gauge numbers.
Thank you!
Katie
https://hm.churchsuite.com/events/8arngifx

NEW CHOIR MEMBERS RECEIVING THEIR SURPLICES (watched by their families)

CHANGES TO SEW FOR THE SOUL AND MINSTER CRAFTERS MEETING

Both will now take place on Thursday mornings during the Welcome Cafe, and all are welcome to join in.

MINSTER CRAFTERS WILL BE THE FIRST THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

SEW FOR THE SOUL WILL BE THE THIRD THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

Currently both Crafters and Sewing is solely attended by Glenis and me, so more members or people would be gratefully appreciated. Let me know if you are interested.

Many thanks. Becky.

REQUEST FOR HELP

Our dear Ukrainian friend, Olga, came to the welcome cafe today, she asked if we could reach out for volunteers for Welcome House, she said they just need people to chat with the refugees.  Thank you!    Gill Alden

HEART FOR HULL

An evening together to explore the question, “Lord, what do you want of our church for your work in the city of Hull and this Deanery?"

https://vimeo.com/dioceseofyork/heart4hullinvite

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries.

WHAT A GOOD MAN!

Now isn’t that what we like to see?  A man who is happy in his work!  Mike helping out by washing up. 

A BIT OF FUN!
As we like to sing at the beginning of breakfast church ‘God welcomes all’ even these cute furry animals. Welcome to Hull Minster all you ‘furries’.  Jon Major

‘Come and join the Celebrations’

As a treasured volunteer of Hull Minster you are cordially invited to attend this years Christmas Volunteer Celebration on Monday 11th December from 1pm – 3.30pm.

If you would like to attend please let Shirley know in person or: email shirley@hullminster.org along with any dietary requirements by Friday 1st December 2023.

THURSDAY MORNING IN THE MINSTER

 The friends who regularly join us on Thursday mornings, created these beautifully coloured flowers as well as enthusiastically joining in the singing of All Things Bright and Beautiful.

CELTIC CHRISTIANITY

Prior to “lockdown” we found that our faith had become somewhat habitual and dry, we had become ‘Sunday Christians’, and were looking for something else that we could not really name or articulate.

Sharon googled retreats and came across the community of Aidan and Hilda which is a contemporary Celtic Christian community, it’s both international and interdenominational and draws inspiration from Celtic Christian spirituality as lived out by Saint Aidan, Hilda, and others, and aims to rediscover Celtic spirituality and seek to apply these insights and way of living in today’s world.

The community is about seeking to live a holistic Christian spirituality which enables people to connect more deeply with God and the connect with the whole of life. Being open to the leading of the Holy Spirit and bringing healing to individuals, communities, and creation.

Central to being part of the community is developing a rhythm of prayer, work and recreation which seeks to bring prayer and discipleship into the real world and is lived out every day of the week.

We feel that one of the main ways that we live out our faith and discipleship is through our jobs, we both work in drug and alcohol services.  I am a “interventions worker” at HMP Humber and I deliver programs and interventions to prisoners whose drug and alcohol use has been a factor in their offending and want to address their problematic use and live a life free from addictive behaviour.

Sharon works for a national charity called the Forward Trust and manages a residential drug and alcohol treatment centre in Hull.  She leads a team to deliver a 12-step treatment programme to support people to recovery from drug and alcohol addictions.

Currently we are explorers in the community which means we are considering making a long-term commitment to the community, and we are praying and exploring if becoming a “voyager” is the right step for us to take. This means making a long-term commitment to become part of the community and will involve making a public commitment to follow the “way of life”.

However, we will remain in our church, jobs, and community unless God has other plans!

Sharon and Terry Igoe

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries

PLEA FOR UKRAINE

It is sad that we must keep asking for help for Ukraine however the situation is not improving, and winter is upon them. Many are living in gymnasiums as their homes have been destroyed. Our Ukrainian friends are asking for any underwear for men and women please, also children from age 7 upwards.

Thank you from Olga!

 HEART FOR HULL

An evening together to explore the question, “Lord, what do you want of our church for your work in the city of Hull and this Deanery?"

https://vimeo.com/dioceseofyork/heart4hullinvite

COLLECT FOR ADVENT SUNDAY

Almighty God, as your kingdom dawns,

turn us from the darkness of sin to the light of holiness,

that we may be ready to meet you

in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

AMEN

READINGS FOR ADVENT SUNDAY

Psalm 80:1-8,16-20

Isaiah 64:1-9

1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Mark 13:24-end 

PRAYER POINTS FOR ADVENT SUNDAY

·         For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine. For the coming together for peace talks.

·         And for wisdom for world leaders in this and other conflicts.

·         For our Muslim friends who shared friendship with us on Sunday. That we may grow friendly relationships and care for each other.

·         For families who are struggling financially and in other ways.

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

“I am fundraising for DrugFam in the AJ Bell Great North Run.  Here is my page if you would like to support:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 45

Rev. Irene writes:

Rev. Irene writes:

Last week was interfaith week and our Muslim friends from the Dialogue Society

came to our 11 a.m. service offering gifts of Noah’s pudding. One hundred puddings

all individually wrapped were given to the congregation after the service. The

ingredients included beans, rice, chickpeas, dried apricots, dried figs, orange, rose

water, walnuts and pomegranate seeds to decorate. The puddings were absolutely

delicious and enjoyed by all.

This was such a kind gesture and an opportunity for our new friends to meet with our congregation and to be made welcome.

At our 9 30 service on a Sunday morning we always begin with a chorus that says:

God welcomes all, strangers, and friends,

God’s love is strong, and it never ends.

Sunday was a true opportunity to share and to welcome those of a different faith. I was delighted to be invited to the group in December where they have asked me to pray at their Christmas event.

THE MINSTER SHOP

Minster Christmas Card 2023

This year’s Christmas card is from an original oil painting by local artist Tony Denison. The cards are now on sale from the Minster Shop. Packs of 5 are £6 and single cards are £1.50. There are nativity advent calendars for £3.50 and a stand-up advent card for £2. Advent candles will be in stock soon. 

Sue McGaw,  Buying Team. 

Alpha and the Bible course continue every Wednesday evening at 5:30 with soup etc.

Zoom Bible Study continues at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

New courses will begin in January

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST!

Hi all,
I've had a few people ask me if we're doing another ceilidh, well we are! Sat 16th December - 6.30pm. Free entry, for family and friends of the Minster. There will be donation boxes to cover the costs of heating and lighting. (And hopefully a bar) Bring your own supper.
This time we're asking people to sign up through the link below, so we can gauge numbers.
Thank you!
Katie
https://hm.churchsuite.com/events/8arngifx

CHANGES TO SEW FOR THE SOUL AND MINSTER CRAFTERS MEETING

Both will now take place on Thursday mornings during the Welcome Cafe, and all are welcome to join in.

MINSTER CRAFTERS WILL BE THE FIRST THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

SEW FOR THE SOUL WILL BE THE THIRD THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

Currently both Crafters and Sewing is solely attended by Glenis and me, so more members or people would be gratefully appreciated. Let me know if you are interested.

Many thanks. Becky.

REQUEST FOR HELP

Our dear Ukrainian friend, Olga, came to the welcome cafe today, she asked if we could reach out for volunteers for Welcome House, she said they just need people to chat with the refugees.  Thank you!    Gill Alden

THURSDAY MORNINGS IN CHURCH

Have you managed to visit the church on a Thursday morning?  It is one of the busier days with the “drop in café” taking place arising from the warm space initiative and an extra helping of volunteers making sure things run smoothly (with the assistance of the staff arranging the set up and under the watchful help of the usual Duty Manager Gerry). A happy band! On Wednesday evening this week Irene mentioned that there were a number of reasons preventing some of the usual helpers being around this week and the monthly “Praise service” would be on too; she was concerned about how it would all work. I popped in to offer my help – the place was buzzing. Several Care Homes now bring those they look after – in all there would be almost 100 souls sitting there with wheelchairs and walking aids aplenty.  Sitting around tables and with colouring in sheets available, the Praise Service, whilst short, engaged them with God’s love and wonderful creation. We remembered His love for us and sang a couple of well-known songs. The place was noisy and alive! The thanks were profusely offered from those present and the cake and drinks enthusiastically consumed. This is the church you can visit. I commend it to you.  Sam McGaw

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries.

VIGIL FOR PEACE

A vigil for peace for those caught up in the Israel-Gaza crisis.  People of peace, of all faiths and none, are welcome to gather in solidarity for all who are suffering in the conflict.  Hull Minster 26th November 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

JUNIOR CHOIR

Rev. Rob with the Junior Choir learning about the seasonal colours, during Saturday Singing School.

‘Come and join the Celebrations’

As a treasured volunteer of Hull Minster you are cordially invited to attend this years Christmas Volunteer Celebration on Monday 11th December from 1pm – 3.30pm.

If you would like to attend please let Shirley know in person or: email shirley@hullminster.org along with any dietary requirements by Friday 1st December 2023.

.WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries

PLEA FOR UKRAINE

It is sad that we must keep asking for help for Ukraine however the situation is not improving, and winter is upon them. Many are living in gymnasiums as their homes have been destroyed. Our Ukrainian friends are asking for any underwear for men and women please, also children from age 7 upwards.

Thank you from Olga!

PRAYER POINTS FOR SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

·         For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine. For the coming together for peace talks.

·         And for wisdom for world leaders in this and other conflicts.

For our Muslim friends who shared friendship with us on Sunday. That we may grow friendly relationships and care for each other

·         COLLECT FOR CHRIST THE KING - SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

God our Father, help us to hear the call of Christ the King

and to follow in His service, whose kingdom has no end;

for He reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, one Glory

AMEN

READINGS FOR CHRIST THE KING

Psalm 95:1-7

Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24

Ephesians 1:15-end

Matthew 25:31-end

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

A group of Hull Minster bell ringers were in attendance during Saturday’s Heritage open day.  They kindly gave bell ringing demonstrations on the hour throughout the morning and afternoon.  

Often unseen they are an integral part of the church.  Thank you one and all.  

GRIEF CAFÉ, this Thursday at 10 30. Please spread the word to anyone who may appreciate this time of fellowship and sharing about our loved ones.

BE PREPARED – SEPTEMBER STUDIES, ALPHA AND START

Alpha and the Bible course start this Wednesday at 5:30 with soup etc.

‘blogs’

Start will be held in the Minster at 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. this Thursday and for the following five weeks.

EACH WEEK WE WILL BE PUTTING IN INFORMATION ABOUT PEOPLE WHO WORK IN THE MINSTER.

Our Verger, Jon Major, came up with the idea and so: meet our bell ringers!

A group of Hull Minster bell ringers were in attendance during Saturday’s Heritage open day.  They kindly gave bell ringing demonstrations on the hour throughout the morning and afternoon.  

Often unseen they are an integral part of the church.  Thank you one and all.  

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome café last week was in the first week of the school summer holidays and we had lots of families visiting, enjoying the heritage activities but also the giant Jenga! It stood out how many people said they did not know the Minster had so much to offer families and they almost universally used the word ‘Welcome’ in their description of their experience.  One lovely lady said she felt as she entered the Minster she was wrapped in a blanket of welcome. What a lovely image. Our wonderful welcomers make it so easy to come through the door and the Welcome Café adds so much to the service a Minster is intended to offer. I realise I have used the word ‘welcome’ a lot, but I promise you it is the right word to use! Please come and join us on any Thursday between 10.30am and 3pm for coffee, tea and a warm Welcome. Soup served from 12ish.

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries.

I must emphasise that this is available in the same way the Welcome Cafe and Listening Space are: to absolutely everyone.  That means you, your friends, family members, and even those who walk into the church for the very first time.

If you have any questions about either of these two organisations, or how you could be part of the Welcome Cafe and Listening Space team, please don’t hesitate to ask either Rev Irene or Tim.

TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC

Just a taster of a great day with two hundred children in church. It’s amazing how appealing a zip wire and a parachute can be!!

In case I have missed thanking any volunteers – couldn’t have done it without you, what a great team. THANK YOU!

We are delighted to be hosting ‘Inspired: the word into action’ presented by the Riding Lights Theatre Company in partnership with the Bible Society.  This will be a great evening Bringing the Bible to life. We hope that you will encourage people to come along and bring friends and family. There are discount rates for families.

Click on the link below for full details, including a trailer and details of how to book tickets.  The link is in Churchsuite.

JANE OWEN

Many people are enquiring how Jane is after being taken ill just over two weeks ago. Although she is still very poorly, there are signs of progress. If you wish to send Jane a card please bring into the Minster and they will be delivered to her home address.

There is only family visiting at the moment. We will update you each week in Lifeline.

Please continue to pray for Jane and her family.

SATURDAY CONCERT SERIES

This Series is now approaching its second half, and we still have more exciting concerts for you to enjoy!

Over the last four Saturdays we have been entertained by the North Ferriby Ladies Choir, our own Vox Trinitas ensemble, Richard Sleight on flute and this last weekend, the Hull Barbershop Harmony Club.

We are now taking a short break but will return on September 30th with flute music from choir members Mair Mills and Thomas Williams.

VICTORIA PATTERSON

“I am fundraising for DrugFam in the AJ Bell Great North Run.  Here is my page if you would like to support:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS

Minster Lifeline 44

Rev. Irene writes:

And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people:

and they shall beat their swords into ploughshares,

and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. (Isaiah 2:4).

Sadly this Remembrance Day made us think not only of those who fought so bravely in wars of the past but also a reminder of just how many people are living in 21st century wars.

The poppy is a sign of hope, so we wear our poppies as a reminder of those past, present, and future. We pray for ways forward to bring peace in the Middle East, Ukraine, Yemen. Afghanistan and many other areas of unrest.

We give thanks for the wonderful display adorning the font as we commemorate Remembrance in the Minster. This is thanks to Fiona who gets great pleasure in making sure we have flowers in the church. We also thank Jean who has spent many years resourcing and leading what used to be a ‘flower team’. Sadly there is no longer a team however with Fiona and Jean rest assured the displays will continue

THE MINSTER SHOP

Minster Christmas Card 2023

This year’s Christmas card is from an original oil painting by local artist Tony Denison. The cards are now on sale from the Minster Shop. Packs of 5 are £6 and single cards are £1.50. There are nativity advent calendars for £3.50 and a stand-up advent card for £2. Advent candles will be in stock soon. 

Sue McGaw,  Buying Team. 

Alpha and the Bible course continue every Wednesday evening at 5:30 with soup etc.

Zoom Bible Study continues at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays.

New courses will begin in January

ANNABELLE – is one of our two head choristers and is preparing for her first-grade exam on the organ. She played one of her pieces, a short study by Herbert Howells during communion last Sunday.  I hope she will continue to play for us as she masters each piece. Ben Newton

TOWER TOURS  from John Major

One of the last groups on the Tower Tour for this year.  What a fabulous group from all over the UK including a couple from Trinidad & Tobago.

There are still a few places left for Saturday 18th after which we then close for the winter and restart in February 2024.

TRINITY ROOMS – A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

On the evening of 9th November Trinity Room at Hull Minster were invited to the Double Tree Hilton Hotel to attend the 2023 Reyta’s (Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards) as finalists for Remarkable New Tourism Business of the year 2023.

It would be true to say there was a buzz of excitement and trepidation about the award itself, but more so the happy opportunity for a group of colleagues and volunteers who have become friends to be part of a lovely evening out together celebrating what is great about the area in which we live and work. We all donned our posh frocks and suits and arrived to; a cocktail reception followed by a three-course dinner and the awards ceremony.

Sitting together at a table full of laughter and stories and lots of pictures, we settled in to enjoy the evening.

It came to that point in the evening when our category was announced. We watched tentatively as all the finalists were introduced one by one, giving a small cheer as the huge screen showed images of our Trinity Room, there is something quite magical about seeing the place you are incredibly proud to be part of displayed on a 10ft cinema screen.

Instead of going straight to the winners, our host told us that it was so close between the finalists that the judges had decided to award a ‘Highly Commended’, as well as a winner.

We all at that moment hoped for, Highly Commended. It wasn’t us.

After what seemed like an age the words “the winner is….” Rang out followed by, “Trinity Room at Hull Minster” ……..

In all honesty we cheered with elation, (I screamed) and after what has been a year of ups and downs and hard graft our amazing team walked from the table to the stage to be presented with the ‘Remarkable New Tourism Business of The Year Award’  by Janet Adamson, (one of the brilliant Hey volunteers).

With a feeling of immense pride and disbelief we assembled on the stage amid cheers and applause to be photographed. It was the most wonderful and humbling experience to be recognised for all the hard work and passion our team shows every day.

I can categorically say that not a single member of the Trinity Room team works here for awards, recognition, or praise. We are here because we care about the community, the Minster and every person who walks through our door and if awards like this bring more people to our door, we hope we can continue to put a smile on every face and show we have open arms and a friendly ear for all who need it.

Well done Trinity Room team from a very proud and emotional team captain.

Thank you to everyone for the support in getting us to this point. Onwards and Upwards, next week we have been invited to the Houses of Parliament to receive an international award for sustainability from the Green Organisation. It is turning out to be quite a month.

Thank you all again Zoe x 

BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST!

Hi all,
I've had a few people ask me if we're doing another ceilidh, well we are! Sat 16th December - 6.30pm. Free entry, for family and friends of the Minster. There will be donation boxes to cover the costs of heating and lighting. (And hopefully a bar) Bring your own supper.
This time we're asking people to sign up through the link below, so we can gauge numbers.
Thank you!
Katie
https://hm.churchsuite.com/events/8arngifx

READING OF THE GOLDEN BOOK ON REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

PLEASE NOTE IMPORTANT INFORMATION RE ROAD CLOSURES ON A63

Wednesday 15 November: East and Westbound 8 pm – 6 am

Thursday 16 November: Eastbound 10 pm – 6 am

Friday 17 November: Eastbound 10 pm – 6 am.

An extra date of Tuesday, November 21 has been issued as a precaution should any work need to be rescheduled. This contingency day is scheduled for between 10 p.m. and 6 p.m.

THANK YOU

Grateful thanks from a group that visit Welcome Cafe  every Thursday.

CHANGES TO SEW FOR THE SOUL AND MINSTER CRAFTERS MEETING

Both will now take place on Thursday mornings during the Welcome Cafe, and all are welcome to join in.

MINSTER CRAFTERS WILL BE THE FIRST THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

SEW FOR THE SOUL WILL BE THE THIRD THURSDAY MORNING OF THE MONTH.

Currently both Crafters and Sewing is solely attended by Glenis and me, so more members or people would be gratefully appreciated. Let me know if you are interested.

Many thanks. Becky.

REQUEST FOR HELP

Our dear Ukrainian friend, Olga, came to the welcome cafe today, she asked if we could reach out for volunteers for Welcome House, she said they just need people to chat with the refugees.  Thank you!    Gill Alden

‘Come and join the Celebrations’

As a treasured volunteer of Hull Minster you are cordially invited to attend this years Christmas Volunteer Celebration on Monday 11th December from 1pm – 3.30pm.

If you would like to attend please let Shirley know in person or: email shirley@hullminster.org along with any dietary requirements by Friday 1st December 2023.

.WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome Café is held every Thursday morning 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please do visit and support whenever you can. 

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries

PLEA FOR UKRAINE

It is sad that we must keep asking for help for Ukraine however the situation is not improving, and winter is upon them. Many are living in gymnasiums as their homes have been destroyed. Our Ukrainian friends are asking for any underwear for men and women please, also children from age 7 upwards.

Thank you from Olga!

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

·         For those who are awaiting and undergoing hospital procedures both emergency and non-emergency.

·         For peace in Israel and Palestine. For the coming together for peace talks.

·         And for wisdom for world leaders in this and other conflicts.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

For all those who work in our café both paid staff and volunteers. We give thanks for the success, awards and positive feedback that we frequently receive

COLLECT FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Heavenly Lord, you long for the world’s salvation;

stir us from apathy, restrain us from excess

and revive in us new hope that all creation one day will be healed

in Jesus Christ our Lord

AMEN

READINGS FOR THE SECOND SUNDAY BEFORE ADVENT

Psalm 90:1-8

1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Matthew 25. 14-30

DIARY FOR THE NEXT FOUR WEEKS

A group of Hull Minster bell ringers were in attendance during Saturday’s Heritage open day.  They kindly gave bell ringing demonstrations on the hour throughout the morning and afternoon.  

Often unseen they are an integral part of the church.  Thank you one and all.  

GRIEF CAFÉ, this Thursday at 10 30. Please spread the word to anyone who may appreciate this time of fellowship and sharing about our loved ones.

BE PREPARED – SEPTEMBER STUDIES, ALPHA AND START

Alpha and the Bible course start this Wednesday at 5:30 with soup etc.

‘blogs’

Start will be held in the Minster at 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. this Thursday and for the following five weeks.

EACH WEEK WE WILL BE PUTTING IN INFORMATION ABOUT PEOPLE WHO WORK IN THE MINSTER.

Our Verger, Jon Major, came up with the idea and so: meet our bell ringers!

A group of Hull Minster bell ringers were in attendance during Saturday’s Heritage open day.  They kindly gave bell ringing demonstrations on the hour throughout the morning and afternoon.  

Often unseen they are an integral part of the church.  Thank you one and all.  

WELCOME CAFÉ (from strangers to friends) & LISTENING SPACE

Welcome café last week was in the first week of the school summer holidays and we had lots of families visiting, enjoying the heritage activities but also the giant Jenga! It stood out how many people said they did not know the Minster had so much to offer families and they almost universally used the word ‘Welcome’ in their description of their experience.  One lovely lady said she felt as she entered the Minster she was wrapped in a blanket of welcome. What a lovely image. Our wonderful welcomers make it so easy to come through the door and the Welcome Café adds so much to the service a Minster is intended to offer. I realise I have used the word ‘welcome’ a lot, but I promise you it is the right word to use! Please come and join us on any Thursday between 10.30am and 3pm for coffee, tea and a warm Welcome. Soup served from 12ish.

From 12:30 soup will be served and drinks throughout the afternoon until 3 p.m.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

It is great to have ReNew and Hull City Council present during our Welcome Café held every Thursday in the Minster. These groups are there to help anyone with concerns or queries.

I must emphasise that this is available in the same way the Welcome Cafe and Listening Space are: to absolutely everyone.  That means you, your friends, family members, and even those who walk into the church for the very first time.

If you have any questions about either of these two organisations, or how you could be part of the Welcome Cafe and Listening Space team, please don’t hesitate to ask either Rev Irene or Tim.

TEDDY BEARS’ PICNIC

Just a taster of a great day with two hundred children in church. It’s amazing how appealing a zip wire and a parachute can be!!

In case I have missed thanking any volunteers – couldn’t have done it without you, what a great team. THANK YOU!

We are delighted to be hosting ‘Inspired: the word into action’ presented by the Riding Lights Theatre Company in partnership with the Bible Society.  This will be a great evening Bringing the Bible to life. We hope that you will encourage people to come along and bring friends and family. There are discount rates for families.

Click on the link below for full details, including a trailer and details of how to book tickets.  The link is in Churchsuite.

JANE OWEN

Many people are enquiring how Jane is after being taken ill just over two weeks ago. Although she is still very poorly, there are signs of progress. If you wish to send Jane a card please bring into the Minster and they will be delivered to her home address.

There is only family visiting at the moment. We will update you each week in Lifeline.

Please continue to pray for Jane and her family.

SATURDAY CONCERT SERIES

This Series is now approaching its second half, and we still have more exciting concerts for you to enjoy!

Over the last four Saturdays we have been entertained by the North Ferriby Ladies Choir, our own Vox Trinitas ensemble, Richard Sleight on flute and this last weekend, the Hull Barbershop Harmony Club.

We are now taking a short break but will return on September 30th with flute music from choir members Mair Mills and Thomas Williams.

VICTORIA PATTERSON

“I am fundraising for DrugFam in the AJ Bell Great North Run.  Here is my page if you would like to support:

BUSY WEEKEND INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE MINSTER

Hull was buzzing all weekend with this year’s Freedom Festival and inside the Minster the Barbershop concert.

PRAYER POINTS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

·         For those we know who are sick or bereaved or awaiting hospital procedures, for healing and comfort.

·         For all those living as Christians in Manipur who are suffering. Particularly for Kamsat and his ministry there.

·         For our wonderful team of volunteers, particularly Shirley in her role as Volunteer

Co-ordinator

·         For our bible studies and courses that many will be led to join in one of the group

COLLECT FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Merciful God, your Son came to save us

and bore our sins on the cross;

may we trust in your mercy and know your love,

rejoicing in the righteousness

that is ours through Jesus Christ our Lord

READINGS FOR THE FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

Psalm 149

Exodus 12:1-14

Romans 13:8 - end

Matthew 18:15-20

DIARY FOR THE NEXT  FOUR WEEKS