News

9th Sunday after Trinity - 20th July 2008

BAPTISM today at 12.30 p.m. we shall receive Leon Shaun McDermott into membership of the Church.

SUNDAY AT SIX - Tonight we shall welcome (for the second time in a month) the Revd Alex Galbraith, Vicar of Kew who is to speak to us as part of a celebrating of the life and work of Charles Wesley, one of the greatest hymn writers of the Christian Church and brother of John Wesley founder of Methodism.

ST. MARY, MAGDALENE Her Feast Day falls on Tuesday, 22nd July. There will be the usual Holy Communion Service at 11.30 a.m.

IN RETROSPECT Bishop David Jones and his wife Kay really enjoyed their time with us last Sunday. They commented on the beauty of the building and the music and felt very much at home with our worship and meeting people afterwards.

FOR YOUR PRAYERS: Grace Bennett, Helen Stubbs, Daniel Parry, Kenneth Hughes, Hugh Barker, Peter Hewitt, Jane Crowdey, Liz Lorimer, Ray Smith, Marjorie Boulton, Jessica May (baby), Noah Cunningham, Jacob Blair, Jonathan Harrison (baby

AU REVOIR HESKETH PIANO TRIO - The final recital of the Hesketh Piano Trio in its present form is on TONIGHT at 8.00 p.m. in the Parish Centre. Under the title 'ENCORE' the Trio will revisit some of their favourite works played in these recitals over the last nine years, including music by Schubert, Brahms, Faure, and Dvorak. Tickets, price £6, include home made refreshments and are available from Fiona after this service. Proceeds to the Holy Trinity Instrument Fund.

EVENING TALK by the Vicar on Wednesday 23rd July at 7.30 p.m. in the Parish Centre will try to shed some light on the confusing and disruptive issues that are currently affecting the C of E and the Anglican Communion. A good deal of misunderstanding, prejudice and politicking is clouding the debate so if you would like to share in the evening and learn more about issues in human sexuality, the interpretation and authority of the bible and the nature of Anglican believing, do come along. Refreshments from 7.15 p.m. No entrance fee. Donation plate to cover expenses. Please let the Vicar know if you are coming.

FEAST OF ST. JAMES, APOSTLE - will be observed on Friday 25th July with an early morning celebration of Holy Communion at 7.30 a.m.

SUNDAY SCHOOL BRING & BUY raised over £100 last Sunday. A great result that means we can send a goat or two to a needy community overseas to provide its means of survival. Thank you to everyone who supported the event.

FAREWELL SERVICE - Sunday 27th July marks our farewell to David and Fiona Williams. At the end of the 10.15 a.m. Parish Communion there will be a presentation and following the service there will be a buffet in the Parish Centre. I hope that everyone will try to be present on this occasion to express our appreciation for the remarkable service that has been given to Trinity by David and Fiona over a period of almost forty years. Rod Garner

RALPH VAUGHAN WILLIAMS was one of our most distinguished composers of the 20th century and 2008 marks 50 years since his death. His music is beautiful and accessible with The Lark Ascending recently voted as the nation's favourite piece. On Sunday, 17th August Bob Ball will lead a celebration of Vaughan Williams' life and music. Last year Bob did something similar for the life of Elgar and we had a wonderful evening in church. So book the date now: 17th August at 6 p.m. followed by refreshments. And let your friends know, especially music lovers.

THANK YOU to the Sidespeople who assisted in the incident with Janet Blackburn last Sunday and especially to Judith Ryan and Elizabeth Walker for their caring, prompt and expert attention. The Church Wardens.

KNEELER MAKERS - please will all those who have completed kneelers since January 2005 take them to the 'Powder Room' (front vestry near the meeting area) after this service, name a label for each and stick it underneath and place them in the large cardboard box which will be out. This is to enable the catalogue to be brought up to date later in the week. Thank you. Fiona.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED - if anyone could spare about an hour and a half once a month, usually on a Friday morning, to help keep our silver and brass sparkling, please see Fiona a.s.a.p.

BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE Raymond Ware (20th), John C Davies (22nd), Norman Charles Preston (24th)

ADVANCE NOTICE especially for those people who recently expressed a interest in joining a Meditation Group. On Sunday, 21st September the Revd Ruth Stock, Vicar of St. Gabriel's, Toxteth will lead a conducted Meditation in church. It will begin with refreshments and a short introduction from 6.00 p.m. with the Meditation commencing at 6.30 p.m. More details soon about the evening but please book the date in now. And if you were one of the original enquirers please do your best to come on the night as Ruth will be travelling to us after a busy day in Liverpool. Rod Garner

SERMON IN STONE is the title of our Sunday at Six Service on 27th July when our Reader Bob Neate will take us on a guided tour of the interior of Trinity and drawing our attention to things importance and interest that we often fail to see. The tour will last for an hour and will be followed by refreshments. Do join us. Why not bring someone with you? Visitors continue to comment very favourably on the beauty and peace of our building and we want as many people as possible to share what we enjoy each Sunday.

AUTUMN COURSES - I know its only July but I thought you would welcome an early opportunity to see what's on by way of courses and meetings this Autumn. You can find a leaflet at the back of church with all the details. I'm sure you will find something of interest. Completed application forms should be sent with fee to our Life Long Learning Dept. in Liverpool.

FILM NIGHTS - I have arranged two more film Nights at Southport College this Autumn. 'Winged Migration', to be screened on Wednesday 10th September will be of great interest to nature lovers. The second film, 'The Painted Veil', to be screened on Tuesday 11th November is a captivating love story of love and redemption based on a novel by Somerset Maugham. You can find a leaflet and booking form at the back of church. Early booking is advised to be sure of a seat.

BIBLE STUDY this Tuesday evening 22nd (7.30 p.m) at Jan Rawson's home, 47 Marine Gate Mansions. All Welcome. For lifts or directions contact Toni Ashcroft on 01704 873995. Don't just think about it....come and join us! Toni Ashcroft

SUNDAYS
8.30am Holy Communion
10.15am Parish Communion (First Sundays in month are usually a Family Communion with children taking part)
10.15am Sunday School
(For 3 year olds upwards - on all except first Sundays and school holidays)
6.30pm Evening Prayer

WEEKDAYS
11.30am Tuesdays
Holy Communion
7.15pm Wednesdays
Choral Evensong
7.15pm 1st Friday in month
Book of Common Prayer Communion

OTHER SERVICES
(e.g for Saints Days): as announced

Practising members of other Christian denominations are invited to receive Holy Communion.
If you are not confirmed but would like to receive a blessing please come forward with other communicants and place your hands below the altar rail.

We hope you will join us for refreshments in the Parish Centre after the Service