news and views march 2011
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Diocese of Leic ester monthly magazineTRANSCRIPT
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This monthLaunde Abbey:A royal visit to mark re-opening
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Material should be sent to:The Editor, News and Views,St Martins House7 Peacock LaneLeicester, LE1 5PZ 0116 261 [email protected] All items for inclusion in the April edition must arrive before 4th March 2011. No charge will be made for Diary Dates for churches. Inclusion is dependent on space available. All Diary Dates submitted will appear onwww.leicester.anglican.org/events (See back page for contact details). Commercial advertisers are invited to call for current rates. The inclusion of an advertisement in this publication does not constitute any endorsement of a product or service by either the editors or the Diocese of Leicester.
New Magazine New advertising opportunityIn June 2011, to coincide with the opening of St Martins House and the re-opening of Launde Abbey will be launching a new quarterly, A4 full colour magazine, distributed free to all churches.If you, your company or business would like to take advantage of the initial advertising rates please contact us for more details.
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3. Getting Out MoreViv Faull on getting beyond the walls of our churches
4. Launde AbbeyA royal visit as Launde Abbey re-opens its doors to customers
6. Curates in TrichyOne of the many stories from our Curates on their visit to South India
7. Christ in the Centre A new lead actor for this years Good Friday spectacular
9. Taizé 2011An invitation for 15-29 year olds to spend a week in the Taizé community
10. Crossing the ThresholdAn invitation to you to join us at two major opening events
11. Tales of TrichyAn evening with the Curates at St Martins House
15. Comings and GoingsWho’s joining, who’s moving, who’s retiring...
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A cartoon by Dave Walker shows a church full of pews and empty of people. The caption reads ‘the church is empty’, a hint at what many people think about the life of our churches. But it is followed by a second cartoon full of people with a caption reading ‘the people are outside having a party’.
Some church communities naturally get out beyond the walls of their buildings for fetes or processions, tending the graveyard or their neighbourhood mire widely. Others, particularly where the surroundings feel more hostile, are tempted to retreat behind the walls of the church, and it takes energy and effort to get out.
A decade ago the cathedral began to celebrate ordinations with a party on what the then Precentor called the ‘cathedral patio’. It felt quite risky and daring, because the space had been occupied by others, including street drinkers and drug dealers, but people began to enjoy the space. So we’ve used it since for barbecues and food fairs, street theatre and Morris Dancing. Canon David Montieth has encouraged the community to create Easter and Christmas gardens which have been talking points for the many who pass by (and, we have discovered, know nothing about the Christian faith). Meanwhile Canon Barry Naylor, aware of the chaos in the city as thousands came in to pubs and clubs, set up Street Pastors to be the church on the nighttime streets. He and Bishop Tim noticed how other faith communities told their story through processions, and created Christ in the Centre,one of the largest Good Friday events in the country. All of us have gained confidence, and people around us
have discovered something of our life in Christ. When we moved to St Martins House it was natural to begin every choral service with a procession linking our new centre with the cathedral. We will sometimes be wet and windswept as we worship, but our neighbours will be reminded that daily worship is one of our disciplines.
As the days get lighter and the weather warmer, and as the church year takes us through the events of Jesus’ life, every church has the opportunity to get out more, to tell our story of faith in ritual or working group or party or conversation, and to ensure that those who think that churches are empty know that is because we are all outside in witness and service
Vivienne [email protected]
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Introducing the new
What a delight it was to welcome His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales, to Launde Abbey on January 25th. For the staff and all those involved in the refurbishment of the Abbey it was the final piece in the jigsaw that made all the hard work and effort during the building works worthwhile.
It was fitting that the Prince’s visit came at the end of a busy day and he was able to fully appreciate the peace and tranquillity that is so obvious to everyone who visits the Abbey, a point His Royal Highness emphasised in his speech at the official Opening Ceremony.
After sharing in Worship in our beautiful Medieval Chapel, the Prince of Wales spent some time looking at the icons on the East wall, followed by a tour of the building led by Bishop Tim Stevens and Tim Blewett, the Abbey’s Warden. During the tour His Royal Highness visited many of the newly refurbished rooms, including the new Library where guests and visitors can spend time reading, writing or just sitting in quiet contemplation. There are easy chairs and sofas within, all making for a very comfortable experience. In fact, the ‘new’ Abbey is full of quiet seating areas with plenty of space for all of our guests, whether they are here for a Quiet Day, meeting friends or just wanting to sit and take some time out from their busy lives.
The dining facilities at Launde have also been given a makeover, with a lovely bright dining room, complete with french doors overlooking the gardens to the rear of the Abbey. To complement the main dining facilities there is an additional quiet dining
room, suitable for groups on silent retreat or those requiring confidential dining, perhaps during a meeting.
Over the past year we have welcomed primary and secondary school pupils who have benefited greatly from coming to Launde Abbey, as part of their curriculum, as well as those undertaking Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The Prince of Wales met several children during his visit and praised the Abbey for its work with schools, which we hope will continue into the future, with visits from religious studies students, as well as larger school groups preparing for Confirmation anticipated over the coming year.
Above, Prince Charles is welcomed by Bishop Tim and Civic Dignitaries. Below, Project Manager, Ian Neale talks about the restoration work
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Our new Programme for 2011 mirrors the new look of the Abbey. Alongside favourites, such as the Lent, Holy Week, Individually Guided and CARM Retreats, we have a number of new retreats planned, such as a Music Retreat and a brand new Painting Holiday: Watercolours for complete beginners and improvers. John Bell will be joining us again this year, as well as Margaret Silf, Liz Babbs, James Shakespeare, Glenn Martin and our new Deputy Warden, Audrey Atkinson, who will also be running retreats. Alongside these there will be Working Holidays in the Spring and Summer and the ever popular Walking Holiday. A number of courses and Quiet Days are also planned, including a new series of Cookery Demonstrations, which include a two-course supper - a great night out with friends! Finally, we are also running our Snowdrop Spectaculars on a variety of dates during February and March. For a copy of the Programme please contact the Office at Launde Abbey and we will be glad to send you one.
Launde continues to be open to all, so, if you don’t have time for a longer stay, why not come and visit us for lunch with friends or just a coffee or afternoon tea after a walk around our gardens. We would love to show you our new home.
Suzanne [email protected] 717 254
Right, Prince Charles unveils plaque, with Warden, Revd Tim Blewett in the Chapel, meeting some of the Launde Abbey staff and with The Dean and the Bishop of Peterborough, Donald Allister. Below, signing the visitor book.
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I’m not talking about acquiring an image carved, painted or otherwise created of Christ or any of the many Hindu options but rather my experience of finding God in new and creative ways as I walked around the shops here in Trichy.I went with two purposes in mind:1) acquiring beautiful Indian clothing, and2) experiencing shopping Indian style – a sort of cultural immersion
What actually happened was both of these and also some reflections on my understanding of God and of us as God’s people.
I found that as we, a group of white English women, ventured into a five storey shop we entered a world of material and clothing that displayed more colour and decoration than we could possibly have imagined but also a world of help and connection. We chose our material, some by simply asking for what caught their eye and others by asking for a particular colour range. All of us found beautiful pieces of material.
At this point in the UK I might have expected to take my purchase to a till, pay and leave, but here the gentlemen (three of them) serving us helped to put on the sari. We experienced some difficulty as they tried to explain how to ‘tuck in’ the pleats without actually touching the sari or us. Two of us had attempted this with some success but on our third attempt an Indian woman moved from her smiling, observing role, swiftly dismissed the gentlemen and began to fold, hold and tuck the sari. She showed no hesitation in instructing me to hold the end. When the process was finished
she laughed with delight and hugged Harriet, who was now in her sari, cupping her face in her hand and beaming (below).
For me, in that encounter, there were some serious challenges. How do I interact with those who are strangers to me? Am I as natural at connecting with then as the woman was with me?
Somehow her physical touch spoke of a connection as human beings that I have rarely experienced. It moved me so much I think because it reminded me of one moment in my many years of ministry where I assisted a parishioner in hospital. I knew her a little bit but not very well. She was dying, she lay still in her bed, I was unsure whether she even knew I was there but, as I leaned over and said “It’s Alison, can I pray with you?”, she moved her hand to cup my cheek and her “Amen” was the last word I heard her say. It was for me a moment of connection and I saw a reflection of that here in India.For me I am treasuring the parable of the sari where we struggled together as English women to learn this art of dressing but in our struggle one came to us who transformed us and who took great delight in doing so holding us in the palm of her hand.
This is one of the stories from the Curates during their visit. You can read more athttp://trichyvisit.dioceseofleicester.com/
Curates inTrichyGod in the shops
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Christ in the Centre 2011 will feature a new lead actor – Walt Kissack – in the role of Jesus. James Burke-Dunsmore, who has played the role every year since 2005, will be performing in a similar production in London this year.
James will still direct the 2011 Leicester production, and has written the first act for this year’s event, which is themed around hospitality and sharing of food, and a reflection on God’s hospitality towards human-kind.
The 2011 presentation will be staged on Good Friday Easter April 22nd, with the first act again being staged at St Peter’s Square, HighCross, before a procession down High Street to Humberstone Gate for the finale, which depicts Christ’s passion, trial, crucifixion and resurrection.
Christ in the Centre depicts the true story of Easter. Apart from the lead role, the entire cast is made up of local amateur actors. The event has been staged in the middle of Leicester every year since 2003.
Walk Kissack is a Sheffield-born professional actor. He trained at the Arden School of Theatre, Manchester. Now London-based, he has played the role of Jesus in various productions, most notably with the Riding Lights Theatre company.
His most recent work is something of a contrast with his new role: he has just finished performing
in the title role of a new film about the Yorkshire Ripper Peter Sutcliffe. The film – an independent production - is due to be released around Easter this year and may well be shown in cinemas nationwide.
He has just started rehearsing with the Leicester cast, and is looking forward to the production:
“It is exciting to be rehearsing something that is not just a piece of theatre, but the story of Jesus passion taken out onto the streets of the city. I have heard a lot about the Leicester audience and how it reacts, and I am really looking forward to being part of a very special experience.
“It is the first time I have worked with an amateur cast like this, but my reaction from early rehearsals is there is nothing amateur about them. They all have other jobs and other lives, but they bring such a sense of commitment and dedication, and have such talent. I am really looking forward to performing with them”.
James Burke-Dunsmore admits that preparing the cast for an event in which he will not be acting is a great challenge:
“It is very different to stand back and observe a cast rather than being right in the middle of them. But it enables me to see fresh things every time”.
Anyone who wants to get involved in the event should contact Hilary Ayling, Assistant Director, on 07963 311210 or [email protected], or for fund raising and technical roles, Jonathan Wheeler (0116 220 9318 or [email protected]) or visit www.christinthecentre.co.uk
Christ in the Centre
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Let’s Celebr8 The Chamber Choir from Leicester High School for Girls were invited to sing at St Mary Magdalen’s “Let’s Celebr8” service in January. The girls sang beautifully and delighted the whole congregation with their performance of two songs from the choir’s repertoire: “As I went down to the river to pray” and “You raise me up”.The choir won their section at the Leicester Music Festival in 2009/10, including The Leicester Mercury Bowl, and will be performing at The Peterborough Festival on Friday 25th March this year.
Enquiries and Bookings
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Taizé 11aged 15-29? an open mind? enjoy the sun? then imagine a warm sunny place where...
you can meet about five thousand young people from all over the world...or just spend time chilling by your self
you can talk about the meaning of life, the universe andeverything... or just have a laugh with your mates
people with a deep commitment to what they believe...will listen to those who don’t share their beliefs (without trying to change their minds)
a group of people who talk about hope, trust and simplicity...practice what they preach.
Don’t just imagine it. Be part of it.Diocese of Leicester Trip to Taizé
Sat 16th – Mon 25th July [email protected]
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Launde Abbeythe restored and renewed
retreat houseserving the Dioceses of Leicester
and Peterborough30th May 2011
for a day of activities for young and old, including a service of
thanksgiving, entertainment for children, guest speakers, music and
tours of the building
St Martins Housea Church of England Centre
of Hospitality, Outreach and Service for Leicester and
Leicestershire10th June 2011
for the official opening of St Martins House, including
tours of the building, worship in the Cathedral and
entertainment
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Date: Tuesday 5th April 7.30pmAddress: Leicester Cathedral, Peacock Lane, Leicester LE1 5PXTickets: £15 full view £10 restricted view from Claire Recordon, St Martins House, 7 Peacock Lane, Leicester LE1 5PZ 0116 261 5368 [email protected]
The Guildhall 0116 253 2569
Kings College Choir, Cambridge is perhaps the most famous choral foundation of its kind. The choir is most famous for the broadcasts of Nine Lessons and Carols on BBC each Christmas, reaching an estimated 120m people worldwide.
We are thrilled to welcome the close harmony Choral Scholars Col-legium Regale as part of their Easter tour.
This concert will feature Leicester’s own David Cane who began singing as a chorister at Leicester Cathedral
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The Bishop announces
Revd Steve BaileyNew Appointment: Team Vicar, St Peter and St Paul in the Oadby BeneficePrevious Appointment: Curate at Walton-on-Thames in the Guildford Diocese
Revd Liz RawlingsIn Addition: Warden of Pastoral AssistantsCurrent Appointment: Minister of the Conventional District of Hamilton within the City of Leicester Deanery
Revd Vince JuppNew Appointment : Rector of the Parish of Birstall and WanlipPrevious Appointment : Team Rector of The Ascension Team Ministry LeicesterInstallation : Monday 14th March at 7.30pm at St James the Great, Birstall.
Revd Jennie DrewCurrent Appointment: Bishop’s Permission to Officiate, as NSM Assistant Curate (Associate Minister) in the Benefice of Emmanuel Loughborough and St Mary in Charnwood Installation: Sunday 10th April at 10.00am at Emmanuel, Loughborough.
Revd Mandy FordIn Addition: Priest in Charge of St Luke, Stocking Farm also as Area Dean of the City of Leicester DeaneryCurrent Appointment: Vicar of Christ the King, Beaumont Leys
Revd John FitzgeraldChaplain, Leicestershire Police Force retired on 31 December 2010.
Revd Dr Peter HooperIn Addition: Rural Officer Current Appointment: Team Rector of the Bradgate Team Parish (Ratby cum Groby with Newtown Linford)
Revd LInda ShukerNew Appointment: Rector of the Birling, Addington, Ryarsh and Trotiscliffe Group in the Diocese of RochesterPrevious Appointment: Curate in the Benefice of Rothley
Revd Elaine SutherlandNew Appointment: NSM Assistant Curate in the parish of Holy Trinity.
Honorary Canons of Leicester CathedralThe Bishop is pleased to announce the appointment of the Revd Canon Dr Stephen Foster, the Revd Javaid Iqbal, Mr Ian Neale and Mr Maurice Thompson as Honorary Canons of Leicester Cathedral. The announcement will be made in the Cathedral on Sunday 13 February.
The service of installation is scheduled to take place at the Cathedral at 4.00 pm on Sunday 15 May 2011.
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Addressing Political ExtremismWednesday 2nd MarchSt Philip’s Centre, Leicester. 10.00 am - 4.00 pmWith Andrew Davey from Church House, Westminster. £20 - includes lunch. Booking essential - 0116 273 3459 or [email protected]
Leicester Diocese branch Prayer Book Society AGM and evensongSaturday 5th March3.00 pm, St. Peter’s Oadby. Officiant Rev Canon Michael Rusk; refreshments to follow.
Szepessy String Quartet RecitalSaturday 5th March please follow this link for more details: http://www.scraptoft.leicester.anglican.org/latest.html
Peterborough Pilgrims to SantiagoSunday 6th MarchA Tea Party is being held for anyone interested in going on a Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. At Holy Trinity Church, Rothwell, Northants,3.00pm. Further enquires 01536 762488
Chant and Worship in LeicesterFriday 11th to Sunday 13th MarchHoly Cross Dominican Priory in Leicester will host a programme of Gregorian Chant and worship for both beginners and experienced. Details at www.scholagregoriana.org >events or call 01509 852259 or 0116 2856158.
Annual Vocations DaySaturday 12th March9.30am - 3.30pm At St Paul’s, Hamble Road, Oadby To book your place contact [email protected]
An Evening of MozartSaturday 12th MarchConductor: Richard Archer. With soloists and the Chameleon Arts Orchestra. St James The Greater Church, London Road, Leicester. 7.30pm. Tickets £14.( £12 concessions., under16 free) at the door or email [email protected]
Living It Out: resource and encourage missionWednesday 16th March10:00am-3:30pm, St Paul’s, Hamble Road, Oadby, Leicester LE2 4NX. For bookings email [email protected]
Lunchtime Concert EmmanuelTuesday 17th March12.45pm. Clare Hammond a young virtuoso pianist will perform music by Shostakovich, Pufnik, Szymanowski& Prokofiev. Admission Free with a retiring collection to cover costs. Emmnauel Church Forest Road Loughborough LE11 3NW further info www.easm.org.uk
Romania ‘a talk’Tuesday 17th MarchSt Andrew’s Church Old Church Street AylestoneThursday 17th March at 7.30pm. An illustrated talk by John Waterfield on his visits two girl’s orphanages in Constanta. Admission £3 includes refreshments. Proceeds to “Hope and Homes for Children”
Celebrating the EucharistTuesday 17th MarchAn exploration of the foundations of the Eucharist in Old and New Testament texts. Thursday evenings 17th, 24th, 31st March and 7th April from 7.30 pm to 9 pm at St. Anne’s, Letchworth Road, Leicester
Daffodil Teas at St James the Greater, CharleySaturday 26th March3.00pm to 5.00pm. If nature takes its normal course the church grounds will be a carpet of daffodils in full bloom. Teas will be available in the Church Hall. Join us and enjoy!
Quiet Day at Offa House: The Prayer of StillnessTuesday 29th March Quiet Day arranged by The Fellowship of Contemplative Prayer at Offa House (near Leamington Spa) 9.30 to 3.15. Booking The Revd Canon Martin Tunnicliffe: 0121 745 6522 or Email: [email protected]
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