Christ Church, Lanark
‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’ Christ Church, Lanark November 2014
NOVEMBER SERVICES DECEMBER SERVICES Sunday 2 November 10.30 Holy Communion Sunday 7 December 2 Advent 8.00 Said Communion 10.30 Holy Communion Sunday 9 November REMEMBRANCE 9.30 Shortened Holy Communion 10.30 St Nicolas Church 6.00 Evening song Remembrance Sunday 14 December 3 Advent 10.30: Family Service Sunday 21 December 4 Advent 10.30 Holy Communion 6.00 pm Christingle Service Sunday 16 November 10.30 Holy Communion Sunday 23 November 10.30 Holy Communion Sunday 30 November 1 Advent 10.30 Holy Communion 6.00 Advent Carol Service MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTIONS The magazine subscriptions are now due. They are being held at 10 for the year or 15 if you would like your magazine posted Weekly Every Tuesday Mid Day Worship at 12.00 Bible Study Every other Wednesday at 7.30 we meet to discuss a bible passage. Contact Peter Clark 01555 660175 LUNCH CLUB 12.30 every Tuesday in the Church Hall ( 2.50) All welcome 2
Vestry News and AGM Elections to Vestry Lay Representative: Rachel Hill Alternate Lay Representative: Jean Patrick Vestry 1: Peter Glancy; 2: Richard Evans Sylvia Russell was coopted to serve for 1 year to replace Rachel Hill. Heather Gardiner and Lesley Jenkins retired from Vestry after serving three years and thanks were given to them for their hard work. Treasurer’s Report The church is generally in good financial shape with a surplus of 25,000 due to an additional legacy but longer term we need to increase giving. Stewardship Report Overall congregational giving is slightly down on last year. Half of covenanted giving has not been updated in the last 4 years and 15 % has not been updated this century! Rector’s Report MAP Year 2 will last until 1 July 2015 when the Bishop will come to check how we are getting on. The Rector gave warm thanks to all who help in the day to day running of the church and its various activities. Buildings Buildings are generally in good condition. The exterior stonework will be completed shortly. The Choir vestry is being upgraded with a new sink and cupboards. The entrance to the boiler house will be improved. Dan’s doorbell is working again! We are awaiting permission under Canon 35 to instal the toilet at the back of the side chapel. Once permission has been given we will draw up fully costed plans and begin fund raising. Toilet money boxes will be distributed! 3
Diocesan Advent Quiet Day 29/11/2014 from10.30 am - 3pm AT Holy Trinity & St Barnabas, Paisley. ‘The Coming of the Prince of Peace’ Led by The Revd Liz O’Ryan and at St Ninian’s Castle Douglas. ‘The Coming Of Jesus’ Led by Bishop Gregor Duncan Participants are asked to bring their own lunch, but tea and coffee will be provided. Please apply to Jennifer FitzGibbon (secretary), Development Team for Prayer and Spirituality, e-mail j2fg@aol.com; phone 01294 823992, before 21st Nov if possible or write to the Diocesan Centre (mark envelope ‘Advent Quiet Day’) Last Sunday Collections The charity collections over the 3rd quarter for New Biginnings amounted to 300. The final quarter’s collections will, as usual, go to Children in Distress. The collection from the Christingle Service will also be added to it as well so that we can send a generous sum to Romania to help some of the poorest children in Europe. Christingle Service Sunday 21 December at 6.00pm Christmas will soon be upon us and Lenore, Helen, Rachel and Alison are starting the Christingle rehearsals on Friday 7 November in the Church Hall at 4.00pm. Anyone who wants to help should come along and also any children that you know who may wish to take part - they don’t need to be part of our Sunday School. All are welcome 4
Christ Church Lanark Please don’t stop reading when you come to the next two words – Lunch Club. And please don’t think it doesn’t concern you, because it does. This hasn’t been written on behalf of the Lunch Club rather by someone who, like you, is a member of the congregation of Christ Church. The bald fact is that the Lunch Club is going to fold soon without more support and help. The group that meets each Tuesday is getting older and less mobile. While the making of soup by various people is gratefully acknowledged and appreciated, the Club is now at the stage where more help is needed by ‘younger’ people – I use that term loosely – to both serve soup and rolls, make tea and coffee, and wash up etc. Personally, and with the agreement of Doreen as Lunch Club leader and the Vestry, I believe it is time for the congregation to re-evaluate the role of the Lunch Club, an outreach into our community that goes back 25 years or so. This doesn’t form part of our official Diocesan MAP Growth Strategy but it could easily be included if we so wished. Many people in the congregation who could come to the Lunch Club, don’t come. There are many reasons for this – other responsibilities and commitments, not their ‘scene’, Tuesday doesn’t suit their diary etc. I’m not always there myself because other meetings that concern me in the Diocese or Province seem to take place on Tuesdays; so I’m aware of diary problems. But, if we, as a congregation, want the Lunch Club to continue then we need to ask what would encourage wider participation. Could that be a change of day? Or a change of format? Or could it be something else? There are no correct answers but I really would appreciate your feedback. There’s no need to write an essay, although you can if you wish, but please do respond by giving me your thoughts and ideas. You could use the other side of this page to put down a reply. It would be helpful if you added your name to the response but this is not essential. What is essential is your feedback. Thanks for reading this far and I really do look forward to hearing from you, hopefully by thebeginning of November (2014!) Bobby 5
Andrew and the Referendum: BETTER TOGETHER? By David Winter Scotland seems to have been a very busy place these last couple of months. The amazing exuberance of the devolution referendum and its consequences have kept the spotlight firmly north of the border and now, at the end of this month, the Scots will be celebrating once again, this time to honour their patron saint, Andrew. The referendum campaign earned universal respect for its enthusiasm, mass participation and generous spirit. It was good to be reminded that it is possible to disagree agreeably, to hold passionate convictions oneself and yet respect the equally passionate convictions of others. In the end ‘Better Together’ just beat ‘Let’s Separate’, but there was little bitterness at the end of a fiercely fought but fair exercise in democracy. And now it is time for St Andrew to be honoured - the disciple who is noted for the way in which he longed to share with others the good thing he had discovered. It was not enough for him simply to decide for himself to recognise Jesus as the Messiah of Israel and follow him. He went straight off and introduced his brother Peter to the Saviour, and followed that up by bringing Nathanael/Bartholomew to Jesus. ‘Better Together’ seems to have been his slogan, too! ‘We have found the Messiah!’, he told them, unable to keep the good news to himself. Andrew’s connection with Scotland dates back to the claimed translation of his remains from Patras in Achaia to Scotland in the eighth century. The church in Fife where these remains were buried became a place of pilgrimage during the tenth century. All of this may be no more than pious legend, of course, but that St Andrew was highly regarded in Scotland and became its patron saint is beyond doubt. Perhaps in the new spirit of togetherness engendered in these islands by the referendum result we might take a fresh look at our four patron saints. Patrick and David are secure, genuinely historical and undoubtedly linked to the lands that now honour them. Andrew has little proven connection with Scotland but presents an admirable historical example of faith and commitment to the good of others. St George, by contrast, has not the remotest connection with England (and indeed may never have existed). Might this be the time to look again at England’s patron saint and even (dare one say it?) replace him with a more credible candidate - St Alban, the first English martyr, might fill the role admirably? 6
Meanwhile, this month Scotland remembers one of the very first disciples of Jesus, a man more honoured for those he brought into the kingdom of heaven than for his own mighty miracles or deeds of faith. Perhaps with him, and the saintly Patrick and David, we can all learn to march ‘better together’ into what one hopes will be a generous and bright future for these islands? And I suspect that George, the Turkish soldier-martyr, would enjoy the journey too! REMEMBRANCE God has helped his servant Israel, remembering to be merciful” ( Luke 1:54 ) and at the table Jesus says “do this in remembrance of me” Actually the New Testament uses three different Greek words that in English are translated as remembrance. But in the Bible Remembrance is mostly to be seen as an act, not just a mind exercise, as if thinking of someone or something, but something that activates, body, mind and spirit. Remembrance is an objective act in and by which the person and event commemorated is made present or brought into the here and the now as a reality. To have someone in remembrance is to make him/here alive within yourself and make him/her a part of your life, your action. In the Holy Communion it is obvious, Jesus becomes alive and gives his life to us, to share and live with. When we talk of Remembrance Day it’s not always obvious to all. It becomes almost just an act of curtsey to honour someone’s act in a war situation. Remembrances too often stop there and are not something that we take into our life and keep on sharing. True remembrance should actually mean that we carry on what they were fighting for. So out of that follows that we in church do not just honour Jesus Christ but live in and with him and make his life alive in us and our deeds. The Holy Communion is an all embracing act and not just a picture of an event at a supper two thousand years ago. It’s a living act, here and now, with a living Christ sharing his life in bread and wine. And at that moment the bread and wine are the body and blood of Christ and nothing less. It is that because we share it in true Remembrances, in participation of his life, his death and resurrection. Dan 7
Music Sunday 21st September This was the second time the organist team thought about a service centred around music and it is evolving into an annual event. Music is an important part of the life of Christchuch and it cannot be done without drawing in others both from the congregation and from our wider community. This year we were welcomed into the church by David Murdoch on the pipes. This being the first Sunday after the referendum, it was wonderful to have such a proud sound at our door. The music was brought into the church by Nicholas Broadbridge playing dance tunes on his accordion. Interestingly he demonstrated how hymn tunes have evolved from these. A very appropriate introduction to the service where the theme was to celebrate the wonderful works of God through music and through words. The variety of our skills and styles was well presented by all our musicians. This year we had our loyal Hannah Aitken, who played beautifully on her flute and is always happy to join us. She enjoys her involvement with us, and to have the opportunity as a solo player. Krystyna always brings lovely songs with her guitar and this year was no exception with Creator God you are there by Margaret Rizza and also a creation poem by Rumi This service does make us work at our music and think about what it means and the thoughtful intercessions by Doreen, and her choice of hymns, added greatly to the experience of the morning. Iona Goldie sang for us accompanied by Rachel on her harp. This may well be something that happens again having tried it once and happily managed it together. Andrew Goldie had been practicing hard and played a major piece. Toccata and Fugue in D by Bach. A great achievement, before Iona finished with a Celtic Blessing. This service would not work without the support and the singing from the congregation. It is team work and it works ! Thanks be to God Rachel Organist Team Leader 8
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Edith McAuslane Sadly Edith died peacefully in the Lockhart Hospital on Sunday 5 October. She had been ill for several months at home and admitted to hospital when her condition worsened, but continued to enjoy seeing visitors from church. Unfortunately she was not getting any better. Edith was born in Wishaw and lived there with her parents until she married Adam joining him in Africa (Kenya and then Accra), where he was employed by an international insurance firm. She spent many happy years there, and when on leave she would come back to Wishaw and then Kirkfieldbank. Their two children Alison and Neil were born in Africa and then the family returned to Kirkfieldbank when Adam retired. Adam sadly died suddenly in 1990 and Edith moved to Braedale Road in Lanark. Edith was well known in Lanark, a founder member of Inner wheel, (past President), and a member of various committees. She would often be invited to Rotary Club functions and also for many years she very efficiently organised meals on wheels in Lanark . Edith was a faithful member of Christ Church throughout this time and has always worked tirelessly for the church. Organising cups of tea and food for members and visitors, and she also looked after and laundered the church linen. Edith was an interested and involved member of the vestry, a sides person, reading the lessons, welcoming newcomers, and always ready to give advice. Edith was devoted to her family and loved it when they visited and very proud of her four grandchildren who gave her much joy. We all sympathise very much with them for their loss. Rest in peace dear Edith. Ruth 10
Baptism On Sunday 31 August Annabelle Jeanette, the Daughter of Paul and Deborah Gurton was baptised by Dan. Ruby Wedding Congratulations to Rachel and Jamie Hill who celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary on 26th October while on holiday in the United States. Quotes for November Sometimes people think of church as being like a giant helicopter. They don’t want to get too close in case they get sucked into the rotas. - Milton Jones Hardening of the heart ages people more quickly than hardening of the arteries. The two best times to keep your mouth shut are when you’re swimming and when you’re angry. 11
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Laughter is the best medicine God bless Thora Hird told this story on a BBC1 programme ‘Praise Be’ about a little girl saying her prayers: “God bless Mummy, God bless Daddy, God bless my brother Tommy, God bless Granny – and God look after yourself, ‘cos if anything happens to you, we’ve had it!” Rude parrot A minister had been left a parrot in the Will of a member of his congregation, and soon regretted it: the bird was very rude to anyone in the congregation who dropped by the parsonage. Finally in exasperation the minister warned the parrot he would take drastic action if he did not behave. When the parrot reduced the next visitor to tears, the OK to Pray minister grabbed him and stuffed him Poster in a public school in South into the fridge for five minutes while he Pasadena, California: “In the event apologised to the visitor, and saw her of atomic attack, the rule prohibiting out. prayer in school will be temporarily suspended.” When he took the parrot out five minutes later, the bird was transformed. Sin ‘I am just so sorry. I was completely A very earnest member of the local out of order. I promise I will never be church was praising the obvious rude to anyone again.’ The minister was spiritual gifts of the new vicar, adding, happily astonished, and put the bird “We never knew anything about sin back into his cage. He was about to go until he came.” back to work when the parrot coughed How well do you know your spouse? politely and ventured: “Mind if I ask At a seminar on Marriage, the minister something? When I was in the fridge was stressing how essential it is that just now, I wondered: what had that couples discern what is important to chicken done?” their partner. He challenged the men: “Can you even name your wife’s Ever consider the fact that . favourite flower?” Baffled silence A chicken crossing a road is really followed, until one husband nudged poultry in motion. his wife with a hopeful smile and Once you’ve seen one shopping centre, hazarded: “It’s MacDougal’s Selfyou’ve seen a mall. Raising, right?” Putting on weight is the penalty for Wanna do exceeding the feed limit. When I was young my parents told me what to do. Now I am old, my The best medicine for rheumatism is children tell me what to do. When being thankful it isn’t gout. will I be able to do what I want? 13
14 Hilary Rankin Tel: 663307 A. Comrie H. Rankin J. Rance K. Rance J. Rance K. Rance R. Marshall R. McIntosh N. Broadbridge Jean Rance Tel: 662461 R. Marshall J. Cox J. Rance K. Rance M. Caddell A. Burroughs M. Gibson J. Patrick L. Rickards E. Baxter J. Rance K. Rance Rosemary Marshall Tel: 663774 N. Broadbridge M. Main L. Jenkins G. Rankin S. Cardwell R. McIntosh R. Marshall D. Evans S. Russell N. Broadbridge M. Main G. Rankin 2014 2 Nov 9 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Nov 7 Dec CHURCH CLEANING TEA/COFFEE SIDESPERSONS DATE R. Evans A. Brown G. Rankin S. Cardwell R. Burgon 18 Nov Ruth & Dinah 25 Nov Hilary & Doreen E 2 Dec Jamie & Janet 9 Dec Sandra & Ruby R. McIntosh COMMUNION CUP 11 Nov Sandra & Ruby 4 Nov Janet & Jamie Doreen Dixon Tel: 750295 (Soup) LUNCH CLUB
15 DIARY All Saints 3 Before Advent Remembrance 2 Before Advent Christ the King Advent Sunday Advent II DATE 2 Nov 9 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Nov 7 Dec 1 Thessalonians 4 : 13 - 18 1 Thessalonians 5 : 1 - 11 Ephesians 1 : 15 - 23 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 2 Peter 3 : 8 - 15 . Zephaniah 1 : 7; 12 - 18 Ezekiel 34 : 11-16; 20-24 Isaiah 64 : 1 - 9 Isaiah 40 : 8 - 15 (c) S. Cardwell J. Hill R. Burgon J. Rance P. Clark A. Brown A. Burroughs R. Cleary . Genesis 28 : 10 - 22 Family Service . 9.30 Short Service L. Rickards EPISTLE O.T. READERS Mark 1 : 1 - 18 Mark 13 : 28 - 31 Matthew 25 : 31 : 46 Matthew 25 : 14 - 30 Matthew 25 : 1 - 13 . GOSPEL
Christ Church Lanark Diocese of Glasgow and Galloway Bishop: The Very Rev Dr Gregor Duncan Rector: Rev Dan Gafvert Church Office: 01555 663065 Lay Readers: Robert (Bobby) Burgon, Richard Evans Pastoral Care Co-ordinator: Ruth McIntosh 01555 663458 Adult & Child Protection Officer, Connie Johnstone 01899 308764 Vestry: Jamie Hill - Rector’s Warden Jean Rance - People’s Warden Rachel Hill - Lay Representative Peter Clark Sheila Cardwell Richard Evans Peter Glancy Sylvia Russell Gemma Patrick Hon Secretary - Anne Glen 7 Andrew Place, Carluke, ML18 5UD Hon Treasurer - Robert Burgon 141 Hyndford Road, Lanark, ML11 8BG 01555 662190 01555 662461 01555 662190 01555 660175 01555 728802 01555 664236 01555 661859 01555 662676 01555 664692 01555 772720 01555 662986 Please remember Christ Church in your will as an act of thanksgiving for the Church. For confidential advice please speak to the Treasurer Church Flowers: Jane Milliken, 01555 751514 Web site: www.christchurchlanark.com Magazine and Website Editor: Sylvia Russell: 01555 662676 E-Mail: sylvia russell@btinternet.com Registered Scottish Charity: No SCO 14937 16
Vestry 1: Peter Glancy; 2: Richard Evans Sylvia Russell was coopted to serve for 1 year to replace Rachel Hill. Heather Gardiner and Lesley Jenkins retired from Vestry after serving three years and thanks were given to them for their hard work. Treasurer's Report The church is generally in good financial shape with a surplus of 25,000 due to
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