Sunday 17th July 2022
The Holy Communion service at All Hallows' on the 5th Sunday after Trinity was presided over by the Reverend KeithTeasdale. Keith's sermon linked closely to the Gospel Reading for the day (Luke 10, v 38 to end), the story of Jesus'visit to Martha and Mary. Martha welcomed Jesus to her home but was distracted by the many tasks she had to do whilst Mary chose to sit at the Lord's feet and listen to what he was saying
Keith reflected on how at diffferent times in our daily life and in our Christian life we are all so like Martha and Mary, often distracted by having so much to do rather than taking time to pause and be quiet.
In the stillness you are there
Lord we need to be quiet to really listen to you
Help us to find the minutes to slow down and in peace and stillness hear your voice
Sunday 10th July 2022
Reverend Gill Alexander was commissioned as Interim Minister for the Parish of St Cuthbert's, Haydon Bridge by the Archdeacon of Lindisfarne, The Venerable Dr Catherine Sourbut Groves.
Gill was ordained in 2018 and served first of all as Curate and susequently Associate Priest of this parish. She will be greatly missed but is planning to continue her involvement with the retreat days at Shepherds Dene as well as the programmes of learning she has organised during the year which have been so greatly appreciated by many.
We give thanks to Gill for the enormous contribution she has made to our parish, may we pray for her and wish her well in the next stage of her ministry.
Thank you Gill
Eastertide
Eastertide is the time in the liturgical year of the Church that focuses on celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ beginning on Easter Sunday and ending at Pentecost (Whit Sunday)
Easter Sunday
Jesus Christ is risen, Alleluia, Alleluia
For 40 days following the resurrection Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure and ascension into heaven.(Luke 24, verse 50)
Ascension Day
All Hallows' Church celebrated Ascension Day with a Holy Communion Service presided over by Rev'd Canon Steve Wright. This was followed by a supper in the Church Room, which, as well as being a very pleasant social event after the restrictions of Covid, raised much needed funds for the Church.
During the seven Sundays leading upto Pentecost scripture readings from the book of Revelation, written by the apostle John, have been explored.
Pentecost Sunday
This is the seventh Sunday after Easter when the Christian Church celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. The Vicar had previously invited everyone to wear red and spoke about the symbolic meaning of this.
Jubilee Celebrations.
This year Pentecost Sunday coincided with the celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. Many of us enjoyed the 'Party in the Park' . The event at Redburn Park provided the opportunity to meet with friends and neighbours and celebrate the amazing 70 years of the Queen's reign. A lovely afternoon tea was provided by the Bardon Mill WI. The children had a happy time expending a huge amount of energy playing football and other games.
Many thanks to the ladies of the WI and all those involved in making this a joyous and memorable occasion. It is greatly appreciated..
Saturday 18th June 2022
After a gap of three years due to Covid, 27 pilgrims and two dogs set off from Allendale Square in perfect walking weather heading for Ninebanks, a walk of just under eight miles..The route folllowed sections of Isaac's Tea Trail firstly along the East Allen Valley and then crossing to the West Allen Valley. A first stop was made at Keenley Methodist Church. Roger, one of the group, gave a brief talk about the church. A further stop was made at Monk Farm from where there was a lovely view of Holy Trinity Church at Whitfield nestling in the valley amongst the trees. Sarah Blackett-Ord came to meet the group at this point and spoke about the history of the church. It was then onwards to St Mark's Church at Ninebanks and a very warm welcome to a 'Songs of Praise 'Service introduced by Rev'd Martin Naylor with prayers and refections led by LIzzie Smith and David Ratcliff. This was followed by a wonderful array of refreshments in the newly refurbished Ninebanks Church and Community Hall.
Thank you to David and all involved in the organisation of the day and particular thanks to everyone at St. Mark's Church for such a welcoming end to the afternoon.
Platinum Jubilee Quiz - Answers
- In what year did the fire occur in Windsor Castle. 1992
- What is the real date of the Queen’s birthday? April 21
- What ceremony takes place on the Queen’s Official Birthday? Trooping the Colour
- Which member of the Royal Family has appeared in a live episode of Coronation Street? Prince of Wales
- Who are the Queen’s bankers? Coutts
- How many different Prime Ministers have served the Queen? 14
- What was the name of the Queen’s first corgi? Susan
- What was the name of the Australian Prime Minister who put his arm around the Queen? Paul Keating
- When was the national anthem first performed? 1745
- Where is the former Royal Yacht Britannia now berthed? Leith, near Edinburgh
- What was the Queen’s mother’s maiden name? Bowes Lyon
- What is the name of the Games started by Prince Harry for injured service people? Invictus
- What is the Queen’s favourite drink? Gin and Dubonnet
- What was the Duke of Edinburgh’s favourite drink? Pale ale
- In which year did the Queen and Prince Philip get married? 1947
- Who was the Queen’s co star at the Olympics opening ceremony? Daniel Craig
- Who is the mother of Tom Parker Bowles? Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall
- Name the first four in line of succession to the Queen. Charles, William, George, Charlotte
- Why was the coronation of Edward VII postponed in 1902? King had appendicitis
- Where was the Queen born? 17 Bruton Street Mayfair
- Where was the Queen staying when she learned of the death of her father? Kenya
- What was the name of the man that Princess Margaret first wanted to marry? Peter Townsend
- Who was Prime Minister at the time of the Abdication Crisis? Stanley Baldwin
- Which of his wives did Henry VIII behead? Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard
- What was the Queen’s nickname with her family when she was a child? Lilibet
- Who is Miss Sienna Mapelli Mozzi? Daughter of Princess Beatrice of York
- What are the first names of the children of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge? George Alexander Louis, Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, Louis Arthur Charles
- What is the official London residence of the Prince of Wales? Clarence House
- Where is Prince Edward (Earl of Wessex) in the line of succession to the throne? 14th
- Who is in charge of organising a coronation? Duke of Norfolk
- Who is the present Master of the Queen’s music? Judith weir
- Who is the present Poet Laureate? Simon Armitage
- Where is the annual Remembrance Day Ceremony held? The Cenotaph
- What was the name of the Royal Family before it became Windsor? Saxe Coburg Gothe
- To whom is the Princess Royal married? Timothy Lawrence
- Which Duke died in a wartime flying accident in 1942? Duke of Kent
- At which University did the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge meet? St Andrews
- How heavy is the crown the Queen wore at her Coronation? 2.23kg or 4.9 lbs.
- Where are Queen Victoria and Prince Albert buried? Frogmore
- What is the name of Queen Victoria’s residence on the Isle of Wight? 0sborne
- Where was the Duke of Edinburgh born? Corfu
- Who made the Queen’s Coronation dress? Norman Hartnell
- How many monarchs have there been since William the Conqueror? 40 or 41 – Lady Jane Grey??
- On which occasions can you expect to receive a telegram from the Queen? 100, 105 birthdays and each year after 105. 60, 65,70th wedding anniversary and every year thereafter
- Where was Charles 1 beheaded? Outside Banqueting House, Whitehall
- How many children did Queen Victoria have? 9
- What did Prince Albert die from? Typhoid fever
- Where are the two private residences of the Queen? Sandringham and Balmoral
- For which Honours does the Queen personally select the recipients? Orders of the Garter and Thistle, Order of Merit and Royal Victorian Order
- Which British Royals have competed at the Olympic Games? Princess Anne, and her daughter, Zara Tindall