St. Macartin's Cathedral
Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
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We would like to draw your attention to the following notices. Make a note of any that are relevant!
Statement from the Bishop on Friday 20th November 2009
The Board of Nomination for the Parish of Enniskillen, having been convened on September 1st 2009, lapsed by its own decision to the Bishop on November 20th 2009. This means that the nomination process has concluded without a nomination of a person to me, as bishop, for appointment. I am fully conscious of the concern which this will cause among parishioners. My encouragement to you is that you continue to sustain and develop parochial life as I know you are doing. Provision has been made on a number of fronts including the ministry of the Reverend Elizabeth Thompson, in the parish. Responsibility lies with me in seeking a rector for the parish and I shall do everything I can to fulfil this.
Yours sincerely,+Michael
Mr Kenneth Stephenson
Ken passed into Glory in the Erne Hospital on Monday 11th January 2010. He had been a Diocesan Lay Reader for some 35 years. He was dedicated to sharing God's word with everyone he met. Over the past few years he did not enjoy good health and was in a nursing home. He was well known and will be sadly missed.
We offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Emily and his daughters Ruth and Arline and the wider family circle.
The Benevolent Fund is now in place and has been set up with the express purpose of offering financial assistance in circumstances where the parents or guardians of a young person belonging to a youth organisation within the Parish of Enniskillen have difficulty meeting the costs associated with his or her membership. Examples would include:
Membership fees
Uniforms
Weekend camps
Course fees
However, this list is not exhaustive and we would be willing to consider the grant of a bursary where there is a broader need, for instance costs associated with school textbooks, uniforms etc. As our financial resources are not limitless of course, we would ask that any application for assistance be only submitted in cases of genuine difficulty.
We would emphasise that all transactions will be carried out in the strictest confidence.
Should you wish to make application please ask for the appropriate form which is available from:
Jenifer Johnston, 9a Hollyhill Road, Enniskillen. Tel: 028 66322880
Mr Will Stevenson DPA
We are delighted to welcome Will Stevenson (father of Trevor) Dioscesan Pastoral Assistant who will be helping out by visiting in the parish. Please make him welcome when he calls with you.
Communion at Home
During Lent the Rev Betty Thompson is willing to have communion with anyone who is unable to get to worship. Please contact the Office if you or someone you know would like such a visit. Those who received communion before Christmas will automatically be on the list.
Sunday School
Each Sunday morning, starting in the service at 11am, and then to classes.
Spring Term dates
7th Feb - Sunday School
14th Feb - Half term
(no Sunday School)
21st Feb - Sunday School
(Launch of the annual Lenten project)
28th Feb - Sunday School
7th Mar - Sunday School
14th Mar - Sunday School
21st Mar - Sunday School
28th Mar - Family Service (Palm Sunday)
4th April - Easter Sunday
If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer as a teacher, (men especially welcome!) please contact either Karl Saunders or Rev. Betty Thompson.
Sunday Morning Creche
This is located on the first floor of the church just as you enter the gallery from the north door staircase. We aim to provide child care from 10.45 each Sunday morning until after the morning service for babies and toddlers up to Sunday School age, thus enabling parents to attend the service knowing that their child/ children are being well cared for.
For the crèche to be successful we need children to avail of it and adults to help run it. Volunteers are always needed. If you would like to help please contact Helen Thompson on 66324619.
Youth Fellowship
Saturday nights immediately after Youth Club from 9.30 till 11.00 in Shakers.
The new leaders are Ronnie and Anne Carson together with Alan and Beverley Elliott. Meetings are suitable for young people of secondary school age.
Crusaders
Unfortunately the new season of Crusaders has had to be put on hold as there are not have enough leaders to run it If you would be willing to help, please contact Beverley Elliott. (Tel. 07854 073 457)
(Enniskillen Crusaders normally meets on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 7.30pm in the Cathedral Hall. New members, aged 4-12, are always welcome. Membership numbers have been steadily increasing, and we are always looking for leaders who would be able to help out on a regular basis, whether every week or less often. We have a wide range of activities so whether your strength is coaching football, playing music, cooking, praying for others, teaching or craftwork, we'd love to have you along!
Beavers
Age 6-8 years, every Monday from 6:30 -7:45pm in the Minor Hall
Cub Scouts
Age 8-10½ Mondays 6:30 - 7:45 pm in the Main Hall.
Scouts
Age 10-16 Mondays 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Hall.
Rainbows
Age 4- 7 Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm in the Main Hall.
Brownies
Age 7- 11 Tuesdays 6:30-7:45 pm in the Main Hall.
Wanted Urgently!
Numbers are good, girls enjoy it, but we need more adult help with Brownies. Please speak to one of the leaders or contact one of the clergy if you can help.
Guides
Age 11-13 Tuesday 6:30 -7:45 pm in the Coffee Lounge.
Youth Club
Every Saturday from 7:00-9:30 pm in the Cathedral Hall.
Mothers’ Union
Mothers' Union
Diocesan Coffee Morning
10am-12noon
Saturday 20th March
in the Minor Hall
On Monday 5th February members and guests went along to the home of Mrs Evelyn Hassard at Willoughby House where she runs her Crannog Antiques business and were greeted with drinks and nibbles. lt was most interesting to see all the lovely items on display. Some members brought along some of their cherished belongings and Evelyn and her husband David were able to tell us about them and give a valuation. Evelyn ended the evening by providing a delicious supper which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
On Monday 8th March we are having our special visitor’s night at 8pm in the Minor Hall. The speaker is Mrs Emily Kells. Supper will be provided. All parishioners and friends are very welcome.
Mothers Union Project
Good used clothing, children's and adults' and shoes are required for distribution in Romania. Cleaning materials and disposable nappies (eg Pampers) are also needed. The Cathedral Hall will be open on Saturday 5th March from 10am-1pm for collection of these items. These clothes etc are being sent out to Romania on a 40-foot container from Northern Ireland in May for distribution to families in need. The container will then be used to make an emergency home. The collection is being organised by the Smiles Foundation. (A number of people from our paraish went out to Romania with the charity in 2006.)For further details please contact Myrtle Irvine on 66324583 or Estelle Latimer on 66326087.
Tuesday Club
We had a very enjoyable afternoon on Tuesday 26th January. The meeting opened with Prayer and a Bible Reading. Our speaker was Mr Jim Wilson who showed slides of his recent visit to Australia. He
visited many interesting places during his time there; one such was an agricultural facility showing how farming has progressed from the time of the first settlers, in comparison to the modern day methods of the 21st century. As usual, afternoon tea was provided and served by the members of the committee. Thanks to Jim for a lovely afternoon.
There will be no meeting in March because of Holy Week, but we look forward to meeting again on 27th April at 2.00 pm in the Hilliard Room for 'Reflexology and Exercise' with Mrs Doreen Morrison.
The Tuesday Club is a friendly group of senior citizens who meet on the last Tuesday of each month to hear a speaker (on a wide range of topics) and to enjoy a cup of tea and a chat. If it helps, transport can be arranged for any parishioner, just contact the Office on 66322917, Rev.Thompson or any of our existing members. Our meetings are normally at 2.00 pm in the Hilliard Room.
Smiles Conference
The Northern Ireland Smiles Foundation Conference will be held in the Cathedral Hall on Saturday 20th March from 2.00—6.00pm. Chief Executive Kevin Hoy and other speakers will be giving a presentation. Anyone interested in finding out more about this charity or attending the conference should please contact Myrtle Irvine, Development Associate before 10th March (telephone 66324533).
Women's World Day of Prayer
This year we are hosting the Women's World Day of Prayer on Friday 5th March at 8.00 pm. The theme is "Let everything that has breath praise God". The speaker is Rev. Helen MacArthur. Supper will be served in the Minor Hall afterwards.
Everyone Welcome.
Stay Awake
Our thanks go to the Youth Club leaders for arranging, and the young people for participating, in the Stay Awake on 12th February. All proceeds will go to help the people in Haiti.
Youth Organisations
At our morning service on Sunday 21st February the Guides and Scouts and their Leaders renewed their promises. Please pray for the young people and the leaders who worship week by week.
Wednesday Morning Fellowship
Meets each Wednesday at 10.30am in the Hilliard Room. We begin with tea/coffee and are normally going home around noon. The time may not suit everyone but if it suits you why not join with us? You are most welcome!
Women's Fellowship
Date of next meeting to be announced.
Bowling Club
There are two sessions, the first from 10.30am until noon and the second from 7.30-10.30 in the evening. Please come to the Main Hall and you will be very welcome.
Bell-ringing Practice
Every Monday from 7pm - 8pm. New members are always welcome.
If you are interested in learning the bells do please come along - you will be very welcome.
If you would like to take up this invitation simply make your way to the Bell Tower at 7.00pm on any Monday evening (from 17th on) or speak to one of the bell ringers on a Sunday morning. Alternatively, further details can be obtained from Mr Stewart Scott through the Cathedral Office.
Choir Practice
Every Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Cathedral, and yes, new members (especially gentlemen) would be welcomed with open arms!
Praise Group (NOT in competition with the choir!)
We are looking for new members. Can you sing or play an instrument? We rehearse one or two evenings a month. Contact Karl Saunders or Claire Holmes for more details.
Annual Easter Vestry 2010
The Easter Vestry is planned for Wednesday 14th April at 7.30pm in the Hilliard Room.
In order to be entitled to attend and vote you must be on the Register of General Vestrymen. If you are eighteen or over, male or female and worship in the Cathedral, then you are entitled to be on the Register which is revised each February when names are added or deleted.
To have your name included ask the Churchwardens for the appropriate form or pick one up from the Office. The Easter Vestry is responsible for electing people to the Select Vestry and other important positions and for receiving the Parish Accounts. This is your invitation to contribute in a positive way to the healthy working of our Parish.
Some decline to come to Easter Vestry saying they don’t want to be given a job. We
can assure you that should you be nominated for any position which you feel unable to accept. All you have to say is ‘No. thank you!’
FLOWER LIST FOR 2010 - GIVE THANKS WITH FLOWERS!
Many of you admire and appreciate the flowers which adorn the church each Sunday, placed there by members of the congregation. You may also have seen the “Flower List” for the year which hangs in the front porch— and the blank spaces on it! We all have reasons to give thanks to God - remembering a loved one, an engagement or marriage, exam results, success in the work place, another birthday or wedding anniversary, birth of a child or grandchild, recovery from illness or surgery, another year with the Lord. The list is endless.
Would you consider identifying a date to mark your “special reason” with flowers? You do not need to have “flower arrangement” skills. The flower containers provided are similar to those found in many homes and a simple arrangement and modest quantity will be more than welcome. Access to the church to arrange your flowers can be made with the verger or office. And should you need help someone can accompany you.
CATHEDRAL NEWS
We always welcome notes from organisations or articles of interest for publication in our monthly magazine and/or website. You can forward material to the Parish Office or if possible, preferably e-mail to: stmacartins@btopenworld.com. Copy for the March edition should be sent to us by Friday 12th March.
Statement from the Bishop on Friday 20th November 2009
The Board of Nomination for the Parish of Enniskillen, having been convened on September 1st 2009, lapsed by its own decision to the Bishop on November 20th 2009. This means that the nomination process has concluded without a nomination of a person to me, as bishop, for appointment. I am fully conscious of the concern which this will cause among parishioners. My encouragement to you is that you continue to sustain and develop parochial life as I know you are doing. Provision has been made on a number of fronts including the ministry of the Reverend Elizabeth Thompson, in the parish. Responsibility lies with me in seeking a rector for the parish and I shall do everything I can to fulfil this.
Yours sincerely,+Michael
Mr Kenneth Stephenson
Ken passed into Glory in the Erne Hospital on Monday 11th January 2010. He had been a Diocesan Lay Reader for some 35 years. He was dedicated to sharing God's word with everyone he met. Over the past few years he did not enjoy good health and was in a nursing home. He was well known and will be sadly missed.
We offer our sincere sympathy to his wife Emily and his daughters Ruth and Arline and the wider family circle.
The Benevolent Fund is now in place and has been set up with the express purpose of offering financial assistance in circumstances where the parents or guardians of a young person belonging to a youth organisation within the Parish of Enniskillen have difficulty meeting the costs associated with his or her membership. Examples would include:
Membership fees
Uniforms
Weekend camps
Course fees
However, this list is not exhaustive and we would be willing to consider the grant of a bursary where there is a broader need, for instance costs associated with school textbooks, uniforms etc. As our financial resources are not limitless of course, we would ask that any application for assistance be only submitted in cases of genuine difficulty.
We would emphasise that all transactions will be carried out in the strictest confidence.
Should you wish to make application please ask for the appropriate form which is available from:
Jenifer Johnston, 9a Hollyhill Road, Enniskillen. Tel: 028 66322880
Mr Will Stevenson DPA
We are delighted to welcome Will Stevenson (father of Trevor) Dioscesan Pastoral Assistant who will be helping out by visiting in the parish. Please make him welcome when he calls with you.
Communion at Home
During Lent the Rev Betty Thompson is willing to have communion with anyone who is unable to get to worship. Please contact the Office if you or someone you know would like such a visit. Those who received communion before Christmas will automatically be on the list.
Sunday School
Each Sunday morning, starting in the service at 11am, and then to classes.
Spring Term dates
7th Feb - Sunday School
14th Feb - Half term
(no Sunday School)
21st Feb - Sunday School
(Launch of the annual Lenten project)
28th Feb - Sunday School
7th Mar - Sunday School
14th Mar - Sunday School
21st Mar - Sunday School
28th Mar - Family Service (Palm Sunday)
4th April - Easter Sunday
If you have any questions, or would like to volunteer as a teacher, (men especially welcome!) please contact either Karl Saunders or Rev. Betty Thompson.
Sunday Morning Creche
This is located on the first floor of the church just as you enter the gallery from the north door staircase. We aim to provide child care from 10.45 each Sunday morning until after the morning service for babies and toddlers up to Sunday School age, thus enabling parents to attend the service knowing that their child/ children are being well cared for.
For the crèche to be successful we need children to avail of it and adults to help run it. Volunteers are always needed. If you would like to help please contact Helen Thompson on 66324619.
Youth Fellowship
Saturday nights immediately after Youth Club from 9.30 till 11.00 in Shakers.
The new leaders are Ronnie and Anne Carson together with Alan and Beverley Elliott. Meetings are suitable for young people of secondary school age.
Crusaders
Unfortunately the new season of Crusaders has had to be put on hold as there are not have enough leaders to run it If you would be willing to help, please contact Beverley Elliott. (Tel. 07854 073 457)
(Enniskillen Crusaders normally meets on Thursdays from 6.30pm to 7.30pm in the Cathedral Hall. New members, aged 4-12, are always welcome. Membership numbers have been steadily increasing, and we are always looking for leaders who would be able to help out on a regular basis, whether every week or less often. We have a wide range of activities so whether your strength is coaching football, playing music, cooking, praying for others, teaching or craftwork, we'd love to have you along!
Beavers
Age 6-8 years, every Monday from 6:30 -7:45pm in the Minor Hall
Cub Scouts
Age 8-10½ Mondays 6:30 - 7:45 pm in the Main Hall.
Scouts
Age 10-16 Mondays 7:30 - 9:00 pm at the Hall.
Rainbows
Age 4- 7 Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm in the Main Hall.
Brownies
Age 7- 11 Tuesdays 6:30-7:45 pm in the Main Hall.
Wanted Urgently!
Numbers are good, girls enjoy it, but we need more adult help with Brownies. Please speak to one of the leaders or contact one of the clergy if you can help.
Guides
Age 11-13 Tuesday 6:30 -7:45 pm in the Coffee Lounge.
Youth Club
Every Saturday from 7:00-9:30 pm in the Cathedral Hall.
Mothers’ Union
Mothers' Union
Diocesan Coffee Morning
10am-12noon
Saturday 20th March
in the Minor Hall
On Monday 5th February members and guests went along to the home of Mrs Evelyn Hassard at Willoughby House where she runs her Crannog Antiques business and were greeted with drinks and nibbles. lt was most interesting to see all the lovely items on display. Some members brought along some of their cherished belongings and Evelyn and her husband David were able to tell us about them and give a valuation. Evelyn ended the evening by providing a delicious supper which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone.
On Monday 8th March we are having our special visitor’s night at 8pm in the Minor Hall. The speaker is Mrs Emily Kells. Supper will be provided. All parishioners and friends are very welcome.
Mothers Union Project
Good used clothing, children's and adults' and shoes are required for distribution in Romania. Cleaning materials and disposable nappies (eg Pampers) are also needed. The Cathedral Hall will be open on Saturday 5th March from 10am-1pm for collection of these items. These clothes etc are being sent out to Romania on a 40-foot container from Northern Ireland in May for distribution to families in need. The container will then be used to make an emergency home. The collection is being organised by the Smiles Foundation. (A number of people from our paraish went out to Romania with the charity in 2006.)For further details please contact Myrtle Irvine on 66324583 or Estelle Latimer on 66326087.
Tuesday Club
We had a very enjoyable afternoon on Tuesday 26th January. The meeting opened with Prayer and a Bible Reading. Our speaker was Mr Jim Wilson who showed slides of his recent visit to Australia. He
visited many interesting places during his time there; one such was an agricultural facility showing how farming has progressed from the time of the first settlers, in comparison to the modern day methods of the 21st century. As usual, afternoon tea was provided and served by the members of the committee. Thanks to Jim for a lovely afternoon.
There will be no meeting in March because of Holy Week, but we look forward to meeting again on 27th April at 2.00 pm in the Hilliard Room for 'Reflexology and Exercise' with Mrs Doreen Morrison.
The Tuesday Club is a friendly group of senior citizens who meet on the last Tuesday of each month to hear a speaker (on a wide range of topics) and to enjoy a cup of tea and a chat. If it helps, transport can be arranged for any parishioner, just contact the Office on 66322917, Rev.Thompson or any of our existing members. Our meetings are normally at 2.00 pm in the Hilliard Room.
Smiles Conference
The Northern Ireland Smiles Foundation Conference will be held in the Cathedral Hall on Saturday 20th March from 2.00—6.00pm. Chief Executive Kevin Hoy and other speakers will be giving a presentation. Anyone interested in finding out more about this charity or attending the conference should please contact Myrtle Irvine, Development Associate before 10th March (telephone 66324533).
Women's World Day of Prayer
This year we are hosting the Women's World Day of Prayer on Friday 5th March at 8.00 pm. The theme is "Let everything that has breath praise God". The speaker is Rev. Helen MacArthur. Supper will be served in the Minor Hall afterwards.
Everyone Welcome.
Stay Awake
Our thanks go to the Youth Club leaders for arranging, and the young people for participating, in the Stay Awake on 12th February. All proceeds will go to help the people in Haiti.
Youth Organisations
At our morning service on Sunday 21st February the Guides and Scouts and their Leaders renewed their promises. Please pray for the young people and the leaders who worship week by week.
Wednesday Morning Fellowship
Meets each Wednesday at 10.30am in the Hilliard Room. We begin with tea/coffee and are normally going home around noon. The time may not suit everyone but if it suits you why not join with us? You are most welcome!
Women's Fellowship
Date of next meeting to be announced.
Bowling Club
There are two sessions, the first from 10.30am until noon and the second from 7.30-10.30 in the evening. Please come to the Main Hall and you will be very welcome.
Bell-ringing Practice
Every Monday from 7pm - 8pm. New members are always welcome.
If you are interested in learning the bells do please come along - you will be very welcome.
If you would like to take up this invitation simply make your way to the Bell Tower at 7.00pm on any Monday evening (from 17th on) or speak to one of the bell ringers on a Sunday morning. Alternatively, further details can be obtained from Mr Stewart Scott through the Cathedral Office.
Choir Practice
Every Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Cathedral, and yes, new members (especially gentlemen) would be welcomed with open arms!
Praise Group (NOT in competition with the choir!)
We are looking for new members. Can you sing or play an instrument? We rehearse one or two evenings a month. Contact Karl Saunders or Claire Holmes for more details.
Annual Easter Vestry 2010
The Easter Vestry is planned for Wednesday 14th April at 7.30pm in the Hilliard Room.
In order to be entitled to attend and vote you must be on the Register of General Vestrymen. If you are eighteen or over, male or female and worship in the Cathedral, then you are entitled to be on the Register which is revised each February when names are added or deleted.
To have your name included ask the Churchwardens for the appropriate form or pick one up from the Office. The Easter Vestry is responsible for electing people to the Select Vestry and other important positions and for receiving the Parish Accounts. This is your invitation to contribute in a positive way to the healthy working of our Parish.
Some decline to come to Easter Vestry saying they don’t want to be given a job. We
can assure you that should you be nominated for any position which you feel unable to accept. All you have to say is ‘No. thank you!’
FLOWER LIST FOR 2010 - GIVE THANKS WITH FLOWERS!
Many of you admire and appreciate the flowers which adorn the church each Sunday, placed there by members of the congregation. You may also have seen the “Flower List” for the year which hangs in the front porch— and the blank spaces on it! We all have reasons to give thanks to God - remembering a loved one, an engagement or marriage, exam results, success in the work place, another birthday or wedding anniversary, birth of a child or grandchild, recovery from illness or surgery, another year with the Lord. The list is endless.
Would you consider identifying a date to mark your “special reason” with flowers? You do not need to have “flower arrangement” skills. The flower containers provided are similar to those found in many homes and a simple arrangement and modest quantity will be more than welcome. Access to the church to arrange your flowers can be made with the verger or office. And should you need help someone can accompany you.
CATHEDRAL NEWS
We always welcome notes from organisations or articles of interest for publication in our monthly magazine and/or website. You can forward material to the Parish Office or if possible, preferably e-mail to: stmacartins@btopenworld.com. Copy for the March edition should be sent to us by Friday 12th March.
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