newcastle parish, wicklow news pins june 2014

Rector:Rev William Bennett

087-9480317

Layreaders:Caroline TindalMichael Croly

Parish Administrator:Karen Reynolds

087-2866889

Parish Websites:www.newcastleparish.org

www.newtownmountkennedyparish.orgwww.calaryparish.org

PARISH INFORMATION NEWS SHEETParish of Newcastle and Newtownmountkennedy

with Calary

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2From the Rectors Desk

Dear Parishioners,

What a remarkable change in the whole countryside has taken place since lastmonths PINS. The country is bursting with new life and colour and what reallycaught my attention is the blossom on the chestnut trees. This is particularlyspectacular on the trees in Newcastle Hospital grounds. We live very privilegedlives in a very privileged part of planet earth when we enjoy those privileges andtake a lot for granted. We expect freedom, food, shelter, good health and caringservices and an education to prepare us for whatever our chosen career might be.

Someone sent me an email recently which was quite shocking. Imagine thewhole worlds population condensed into a village of 100 people maintaining thecorrect proportions. I select just a few of the striking figures in that email: Theworld would consist of 57 Asians, 21 Europeans, 14 Americans and 8 Africans.6 people would possess 59 per cent of the world's wealth. 80 would live inpoverty, 70 would be illiterate, 50 would be suffering from hunger andmalnutrition and one person would own a computer.

There were many more alarming figures in that statistic but all point to the greatimbalance there is in the distribution of the resources we enjoy so freely on thispart of planet earth. Added to these poverty-related struggles faced by billionsof people there is the sickening abuse of power and position. We used to talkabout slavery as though it was an evil phenomenon of past eras, but not so!Millions are suffering torture and isolation for simply standing up for humanrights and religious freedom or for even practising their own particular religion.We may enjoy freedom of belief and speech in this part of Europe but Ireland iswell on the map for human trafficking and all that involves.

As we look forward to the opening of what will be a beautiful new Parish CentreI hope that we can keep a balance in our vision. Certainly we need toconcentrate on what happens locally but also we have a major responsibility tolook further afield to a suffering world out there. The enormity of the problemsfaced by billions of people could mean that we conclude that because it is so bigthere is nothing we can do. It is little by little that many of the greatest taskshave been done and we can be part of that little by finding out about need,praying for the different situations, using our influence to positive effect and bygiving to help those in the forefront.

God Bless,William


3Wedding at Newcastle24th May 2014Kim Harris and Eamonn MurphyWe wish Kim and Eamonn everyblessing and happiness in their lifetogether.

Coffee at the CottageEveryone welcome to drop in tothe cottage from 10.30am on aTuesday morning for coffee, tea,toast, treats and a chat.

Picnic after Family ServiceEveryone is invited to bring alonga picnic to share after the FamilyService in Newcastle on 29th June.A nice way to kick off the summerholidays (weather allowing)

Trip to the NorthA group of intrepid travellers areoff to stay in Carrickfergus for anight on Wednesday 28th May and

to visit the Titanic Exhibition.Photographic evidence to follow!

Trip to ChessingtonThe parish is organising a trip toChessington World of AdventuresResort in Surrey on Wednesday20th August for all those in theYouth Club or who wereconfirmed this year. Seewww.chessington.com.If you have not received aninformation letter and applicationform, and would like to go, pleaselet Karen know immediately.Bookings must be received byFriday 30th May.Cost 65.Phone Karen at 087-2866889

Lunch at the CottageThe June lunch will take place onThursday 19th from 12.45pm.Book early with Karen

YouthClubBBQ

on theBeach


4Youth ClubYouth Club finished up for theseason with a great barbecue on thebeach. Many thanks to leadersRuth OToole and Paul McAndrewfor all their hard work during theyear. See you all in September.

Sunday SchoolThere is only one Sunday Schoolleft this year, falling on Sunday 8thJune. I want to take thisopportunity to thank all thewonderful helpers who give uptheir time to help out during class.Prize giving will be held duringfamily service on Sunday 15thJune; children will be given prizevouchers (based on attendance) toredeem at the scripture union shopin the school hall after the service.Wishing you all a very enjoyablesummer and looking forward toseeing you in September. KK

Summer Camp 2014We are now full for this yearscamp and are looking forward to afun filled few days. Furtherinformation on the camp will begiven to the children at the schoolgate towards the end of June. Ifyou have any questions, pleasegive me a call on 087 2709759.Karen Kissane.

CrecheCreche during Sunday service atNewcastle will finish up for thesummer at the end of June, startingup again in September. Thanks toall our volunteers during the year.New volunteers welcome! Thecottage will be open duringservices throughout the summer ifparents want to take children out ofchurch.No crche during Family Servicein June. JB

Members of theJunior Choir


5Parents and ToddlersNo Parents and Toddlers group onJune Bank Holiday. Last meetingof the group before the summerbreak will be on 23rd Junefinishing with a small party.Occasional meetings over thesummer will be notified by text.

Bible Book ClubThe group, with very few fallouts,made it all the way through theNew Testament! Along the waywe had lively discussions, a lot oflaughter, some interestingquestions, and genuine insights anddiscoveries. Thank you toeveryone for sticking with it andfor making up a diverse, good-natured and enjoyable group.Celebratory meal on Tuesday 10thJune at 8pm in the Parkview Hotel.

Time OutTime Out will continue to meet onthe first and third Tuesdays of themonth from 8pm in the cottage forJune.

Parish ChoirThe choir will sing at the servicefor Pentecost in Newcastle Churchon Sunday 8th at 12 noon. HolyCommunion wouldnt be the samewithout their singing.

Junior ChoirThe Junior Choir, trained by JoanDempsey, led the May FamilyService beautifully on the theme ofsocial justice. Many peoplecommented on how moving theservice was and how uplifting thesinging.The choir will sing at the JuneFamily Service on Sunday 15thbefore resting during the summer.Dont miss them.

BowlsThe club championship matchesare almost completed and theseason will finish up at the end ofMay , returning to the mats in earlySeptember.Particular mention must be madeof the passing of Evie Watson whowas a valuable member of theBowls Club. She will be verymuch missed by the members.

Table TennisThe club meets on Mondays in theCommunity Centre. New membersalways welcome.

Please send any items for inclusion in July/August PINS to:[email protected]

Items must be received by MONDAY 23rd June for publication

Next MeetingOf Select Vestry

Thursday 5th Juneat 8pm

in the McLean Room


6Calary Easter VestryThursday 1st May

Rector's Churchwarden: Derek NeilsonPeople's Chuchwarden: Ethni Seymour

Glebewarden: Eve HolmesSelect Vestry Members:

Claire Chambers (secretary), Charlotte O'Brien (treasurer),Elizabeth Evans, Elizabeth Sutton, Gay Nuttall, June Roe,

Elizabeth Keeley, Joanna Nuttall, Marjorie Travers,Lastley Gray, John Medlycott, Tempe Pearson.

Parochial Nominator: John Medlycott

Synodsperson: Derek Neilson.

Easter VestryNewcastle & Newtownmountkennedy

Wednesday 30th April

Rectors Churchwarden Newcastle: Billy SmithPeoples Churchwarden Newcastle: Ed Power

Rectors Churchwarden St Matthews: Ian FlemingPeoples Churchwarden St Matthews: Doug Hatton

Select Vestry Members:Andy Sleeman (Hon Treasurer), Margaret Murphy (Hon Secretary)

Mervyn Garrett, Michael Pettigrew, James Norse,Karen Reynolds, Peter Johnston, Jean Harris, Gillian ONeill,

Erika White, Edie Wheatley, Caroline Tindal

Parochial Nominators:Peter Johnston, Gillian ONeill, Karen Reynolds

Synodspersons:James Norse, Karen Reynolds


7Music in CalaryThe Music in Calary Festivalweekend starts on Thursday 26June, when Lance Coburn (piano)makes a triumphant return toCalary. Lance was winner of theTomassoni International Pianocompetition in 2001 and is much indemand as a solo performer,chamber musician andaccompanist. He is also wellknown through his radiobroadcasts, including on BBCRadio 3 and Lyric FM.On Saturday 28 June, theperformers at the Janet AsheMemorial Concert will be theacclaimed international duo ofSimon Watterton (piano) and AnnaCashell (violin), who met whileboth studying at the Royal Collegeof Music. They haveplayed concerts in the UK, Europeand in China. They will also hold apiano and violin masterclass foryoung performers on Sunday 29June. Booking for the concerts isessential and tickets, which are 15and 12 for concessions, can bebooked by [email protected] orringing John at 2818146.

July ConcertThe Martello Piano Quartet willplay a concert in Calary at 8pm on

Thursday 3 July and theirprogramme will include works byMozart and Schumann. TheMartello Quartet is made up ofPhilip Dodd (violin), Peter Crooks(viola), Liam Sutton (cello) andDearbhaile O'Donnell (piano).Booking for the concert is essentialand tickets, which are 15 and 12for concessions, can be booked byemailing [email protected] ringing John at 2818146.

Calary mid-summer BBQPlease note your diaries that thisextremely enjoyable fund raisingevent will take place at Roe's Farm,Kilmacanogue on Saturday 21stJune, starting at 6.30pm. Tickets,which are 12.50 each (childrenare free), can be booked throughJune 087 992 6066 and Charlotte086 835 4394. There will also be aBonanza Plant Sale in aid of Fieldsof Life Child Sponsorship.

Calary Church's180th anniversaryIf you have any new pinholecamera shots or historic photos ofitems and views from the generalarea of Calary, we would bedelighted to hear from you for theexhibition that we are holdingduring Heritage Week this August.


8Summer Dinner Cruiseon the Grand Canal, Dublin

On Board the Replica GuinnessCanal Barge MV Cadhla with

bar, dining area, dance floor, deck seating

Saturday 28th June at 8.15pm

Boarding within short walking distanceof Grand Canal Dock Dart Station

Buses arranged if sufficient demand

Barge privately hired

Tickets: 40 per headTo include Cruise, Dinner and Great Music

Group rate: 37.50 per head(Groups of eight friends or more)

Tickets from Karen Reynolds at (087)2866889and Ian Fleming at (087)9701173


9Enrolling Now!Castle KidzPlayschool

Located at the new Parish Centre,Church Lane, Newcastle in

lovely purpose-designed premises

OpeningFriday 29th August 2014

Age: 2 to Primary School Age

ECCE places available

Information/Enrolment forms from:The Secretary, Board of Management,

Castle Kidz Playschool, Rectory Cottage,Church Lane, Newcastle

orEmail: [email protected]

Phone Karen: 087-2866889


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FAMILYSERVICE

SUNDAYS 15th & 29th12 NOON

NEWCASTLE CHURCH


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DATE CHURCH TIME ? SERVICE READING

Sunday1st

Calary

Newcastle

St Matthews

9.30

12.00

18.30

WB

WB

WB

MP

MP

EP

Acts 1:6-14

Sunday8th

Pentecost

Calary

St Matthews

Newcastle SS

9.30

10.45

12.00

WB

WB

WB

HC

HC

HC

Acts 2:1-21

Sunday15th

Trinity

Calary

Newcastle

St Matthews

9.30

12.00

18.30

WB

WB

WB

FS

FSSS Prizes

EP

Gen .1:12:3

Sunday22nd

Calary

St Matthews

Newcastle

9.30

10.45

12.00

CT

CT

CT

MP

MP

MP

Gen. 21:8-11Rom. 6:1-11

Sunday29th

Calary

Newcastle

9.30

11.30

WB

WB

MP

FS + Picnic

Matt. 10:40-42Rom. 6:12-23

Holy Communion is celebrated everyWednesday, with prayer for the sick,

at 10.30am in St Matthews,followed by a cup of tea / coffee in the McLean Room.

All welcome!

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