Deanery Synod

 

Deanery Synod meetings take place 4 times a year.   The meeting is always divided into two parts – a speaker and then - after the refreshments - the business meeting.

 

Whilst the business meeting is open only to members of the synod, the first part is open to all members of churches in the deanery.  The topics of the talks are almost always interesting, and are relevant to current matters of discussion within the church.

 

Do consider coming along to any of them  - the meetings all start at 7.30.

 

Date	Venue	Subject
Tues 23rd September 2008	St  George the Martyr Daubhill	Lay Ministry -Beryl Proctor, Deputy Warden of Readers Revd David Foster, Training Officer for Continuing Ministerial Education and Laity Development
Thurs 20th November 2008	St Peter Halliwell	Christian Stewardship – Canon Peter McEvitt, Diocesan Stewardship Officer
Monday 2nd February 2009	St Margaret Halliwell	Devotional Evening – Bishop of Bolton
Wednesday 17th June 2009	St Matthew Halliwell	Interfaith Issues – Revd Gary Kennedy, Deanery Interfaith Resource Person

 

L.M.E.

City Salute with Princes William and Harry

 

On 7^th May on BBC2 it was interesting and colourful to see the above parade, which was held with the full support, and in the presence, of the young Princes. A tribute to British servicemen and women throughout the world, it was indeed a lovely evening for the event, which involved all three branches of the services.

 

It took place on the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral in London, and sacrifices made were remembered at this unique event, which featured mainly people of the Princes’ generation. A reading was given by actor Timothy West.

 

To add greatly to the atmosphere, the Band of the Royal Marines, and Household Cavalry Armoured and Mounted detachments took part, along with a flypast of RAF Typhoons and Chinook helicopters.

 

It was said that this commemoration was a “first” of its type. Maybe less formal, by suggestion of Princes William and Harry, but still very much a work in progress. To quote, “a more relaxed event that relates to their generation”.

 

The work of the Forces was certainly brought home that night, a glad and sad affair. Whatever your age, it was very appealing. Dare I say it – I felt like a true Brit after watching it!

 

FR 

News from the Social Committee

 

The Coffee Morning held in aid of The Alzheimer's Society Bolton Branch raised £210 which has been sent to them. A letter of thanks has been received.

 

The Theatre trip to see ‘Dry Rot’ by the Phoenix Theatre Company at St Philip’s was most enjoyable. Thanks to Dorothy Morlidge for organising this. If there are any productions of theatre or art you would like to see then let us know and we could organise a group to go.

 

Barbecue 3rd August 2008  This will be held in the Church Garden after the morning service. “What about the weather?” we hear you say. Don't worry, the sun could be shining!!!! Please put your name on the list at the back of Church if you are interested. You can bring your friends as well to join in the fun and games. There will be a charge for this which will be announced along with further details nearer the time.

 

The Licensing service for Matt. Thompson will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday September 21^st. There will be refreshments after the service.

 

Still to come:        

Harvest Lunch on a date in October to be announced

Quiz 15th November 2008

Christmas Coffee Morning on a date in November/December

 

Please lets us know of any ideas which we could help to arrange. Thank you.

 

The Social Committee