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- Unlucky Losers?...Sat 11 Sept
- Gospel Choir…12 Sept
- At7…12 Sept
- Crime Reduction Seminar…Tues 14 Sept
- Sunday Funday…Sun 19 Sept
- Epiphany…Sun 19 Sept
- ENCOUNTER: city-wide prayer gathering…Weds 22 Sept
- A Gospel evening with Bobby Ball…Fri 1 Oct
- North Staffordshire Funding Fair…Weds 6 Oct
- Christian Men's Breakfast… Sat 9 Oct
- Keele Biblical Assembly…Wed 20 Oct
- Signs of God…Sat 23 Oct
- Faith Group Conference…Thurs 11 Nov
- Climb Mount Sinai…Easter 2011
- Tour of the Holy Land…Oct 2011
- Christian Counselling Service
- Healing Rooms
- Saltbox…practical donations needed
- Money Matters Volunteer Administrator
- PhoneLink Volunteers Needed
- Fostering: a career that changes lives
- Vacancy: UCB, Looking for God Co-ordinator
Every Blessing
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Unlucky Losers? - The Trustworthiness of the New Testament Documents
‘The Gospel of Judas and the lucky winner Thesis’ and ‘The formation of the New Testament Canon’.
Presented by Rev. Dr. Gordon L Heath – Associate Professor of Christian History, McMaster Divinity College, McMaster University
Hosted by Nik Hookey and Newcastle Baptist Church
Date: Saturday 11 September 2010
Time: 9:15am – 12:30pm
Venue: Newcastle Baptist Church, London Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 1LN
Parking: Those having lunch at the Cherry Tree Public House may use their car park which is on the opposite side
For more information contact Nik Hookey on 01782 641332 or nik.hookey@dunelm.org.uk
Would you like to join a Gospel Choir?
The Aims of the Charity Gospel Choir:
- Socialise with other people and “sing the blues away”!
- Perform gospel music for pleasure!
- Raise money for local charities through an annual concert!
The choir is open to all who are over the age of 18 who have some singing ability, regardless of creed, gender, or ethnic background.
How to join or register interest
Simply leave your name and contact number on the choir phone, 07913 781 515 or gospelchoirfun@yahoo.co.uk to tell us that you will be attending our first session on Sunday 12 September 2010, 5.00pm-6.30pm.
Practises take place at Temple St Methodist Church, Temple Street, Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST4 7NW. No individual auditions will take place, but you will be expected to sing & enjoy yourself!!! No room for “observers” or people “just looking”.
Commitment required
You would need to have attended our first session to formally join the choir. Please ensure that you can commit to subsequent rehearsals. They will take place at least twice a month on Sunday evenings between 5.00-6.30pm (our annual concert usually takes place on a Saturday evening, late June/early July).
Start/joining date: Sunday 12th September 2010 at 5pm. (No new members accepted in October)
The other Sundays will be:
v September 26
v October 10 & 24
v November 7 & 21
v December 5
Venue: Temple Street Methodist Church,Temple St, Fenton, ST4 4NW.
Choir Director: Ms.Clarice Nelson-Rowe
Choir Phone: 07913 781 515
Choir email address: gospelchoirfun@yahoo.co.uk
At7 – Real Life, Real Meaning, Real God – come & meet with God – just as you are
Worship, Teaching, Testimony, Prayer Ministry
Date: Sunday 12 September
Time: 7:00pm
Venue: Market Drayton Methodist Church, Shrewsbury Road, Market Drayton, TF9 3DL
Guest Speaker: Rev Ron Willoughby - Ron is a former church planter and pastor from the United States. In recent years he has been Contemporary Christian Studies Tutor at Cliff College and is currently serving as a Mission Strategist at Swan Bank in Stoke-on-Trent.
For more information call Market Drayton Methodist Church 01630 657343
Church Security – Crime Reduction Seminar
Date: Tues 14 September
Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Venue: Stoke Minster, Glebe Street, Stoke, ST4 1LP
This seminar contains the very latest crime reduction advice. It has a step by step guide for security techniques for churches, including:
- Opening your church for your community (safely)
- Reducing the risk of crime
- Tackling metal theft
- Building a layered defense
Tea, coffee and light refreshment will be provided
This seminar is FREE and everyone is welcome. For more information contact Janet Murray on 07505 599212
Sunday Funday
You are invited to EAST meets WEST Funday. There will be Bhangra dancing, Henna hand painting, Jewellery stalls, Asian drumming, Asian cuisine, craft activities, bouncy castle, café, face painting and funfair rides.
Date: Sunday 19 September
Time: 2-5pm
Venue: Boothen Gardens, London Road, Stoke
Epiphany
Join Epiphany for their series of relaxed and entertaining, hour long Sunday evening coffee concerts.
Each concert starts at 8:15pm (7:45pm for tea / coffee & cake) at St George’s Church, Poynton, Cheshire
Tickets are £8, £5 concessions / unwaged, free for under 18’s
Special offer for season tickets for 2010 / 2011 series £32 (£20) offering 5 concerts for the price of 4
19 September 2010 – Schumann Piano Quintet – featuring pianist Steve Robbings
14 November 2010 – An evening of light music with Andrew Whettam & friends
20 February 2011 – Beethoven Horn Sonata & Mozart String Quintet
17 April 2011 – Spring concert – featuring Beethoven ‘Spring’ Sonata & Mendelssohn Piano trio
19 June 2011 – Mendelssohn String Octet – an exciting climax to our series
Tickets available at the door, or season tickets in advance, please call 01625 858802
For more information, visit Epiphany’s website at www.epiphanymusic.org.uk
ENCOUNTER
“If you believe you will see the glory of God”
United Celebration…join with hundreds of Christians from across North Staffs for an evening of united worship, prayer & input from our guest speaker
Guest speaker: Bishop Eddie Mulenga from Zambia
Date: Weds 22 Sept, 7.30pm
Venue: Swan Bank Church, Burslem
Further information: contact the Saltbox – tel (01782) 207200, email: email@saltbox.org.uk
A Gospel Evening With Bobby Ball
Date: Friday 1 October
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: St Paul's Church, Longton Hall Road, Longton
Guest Speaker: Bobby Ball – he will be sharing about his life and his faith journey
Worship led by: Paul Critchley (Beacon HOP)
Tickets are on sale now at a cost of £6 each - refreshments are included.
More information and tickets are available from Katie Kenyon 07930 680680 or email events@stpaulsonline.co.uk
North Staffordshire Funding Fayre
The Saltbox are working in partnership with other local agencies to facilitate a funding fayre providing information, resources and support. This event is open to anyone from North Staffordshire looking to fund a project idea which will benefit their community. Funders who will be attending this event include: Big Lottery, Awards for All, Staffordshire Community Foundation, Coalfield Regeneration Trust, Give It Sum, Staffordshire Environmental Fund and Child in Need.
Come along to this free event to meet us and learn about funding opportunities available to you.
The Funding Fayre will be on Wednesday 6 October 2010 from 10am – 3pm, at Hanley Museum, Bethesda Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent.
For further information please contact Jyoti Whicker at the Saltbox on 01782 207200 or jyoti@saltbox.org.uk
Christian Men's Breakfast
Date: Saturday 9 October 2010
Venue: Swanbank Church, Burslem, ST6 2AA
Worship led by: Paul Critchley (Beacon HOP)
Speaker: TBC
Time: 9.00am - 12.00 pm
Cost: £5.00
A full English Breakfast will be served with a time of Praise and Worship
For More information contact Stewart Chapman on 07817 307517 or visit the website: www.men-alive.co.uk
Keele Biblical Assembly - Why ‘what goes without saying’ must be said – 1 Corinthians 15:1-11
Keele Biblical Assembly is an annual gathering of Christians which exists to promote the expository preaching of God’s Word. Many people are longing for a true revival and reformation of the Church. At the centre of any such desire must be the Scriptures, the Word of God. Such a longing should be more than just a notion to which we subscribe; we need people who are going to proclaim God’s Word faithfully with clarity and conviction. It is hoped that the annual Keele Biblical Assembly will help toward making this a reality.
The Assembly is delighted to welcome Hugh Palmer, Rector of All Souls Langham Place, London. Hugh has had a passion to share and to explain the Christian faith ever since he was introduced to it as a student by a college friend. Hugh began his ordained ministry in Norwich and has served in St Helen’s Bishopsgate, London under Dick Lucas and Sheffield before going to All Souls 2005. His ministry has involved him in many student and parish missions, and he currently chairs New World Alive.
Date: Wednesday 20 October
Time: 7:30pm for 8pm start
Venue: Keele University Westminister Theatre, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 5BG
Cost: There is no charge to anyone coming to the assembly. A freewill offering will be made at the end of the meeting so that our expenses can be met.
For more details contact Howard Mason on 01782 849937 or Iain Barker on 01782 772895 or visit www.keelebiblicalassembly.org.uk
Signs of God – day workshop
British Sign Language in Christian Settings Training and Exploration
Bring you own lunch – drinks will be provided. Come and improve your Sign Language and learn more about your faith with expert deaf and hearing tutors. Open to people with any level of BSL or none!
Date: Saturday 23 October
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: £15
Venue: St Stephens Church, Dawlish Drive, ST2 0ET
For more info, to book and to send a cheque (made payable to ‘Signs of God’) to: Signs of God, 1 Saxon Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 9AR
Faith Group Conference: Thursday 11 November 2010
Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to ensuring that all residents across the City and County live long, healthy and safe lives.
In line with this commitment, a conference is being staged to which all faith groups from across Staffordshire are being invited. This event will be held at Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters on Thurs 11 November 2010, commencing at 9.00 am and finishing at 1:30 pm. A buffet lunch will be provided.
The aim of the conference is to inform, raise awareness and share information about how you and your organisation can work with Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service to assist in achieving the positive outcomes highlighted above.
Faith groups often come into contact with vulnerable people who would benefit from our proactive services. Sadly we are not always aware of those in need and occasionally they experience the trauma of a fire that could have been prevented.
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and partners are aiming, through this conference, to provide you and your organisation with details of the range of proactive services we provide and how the Fire and Rescue Service and its partners can contribute to improving the lives and wellbeing of the communities we serve.
In support of this event in November, we are currently working in partnership with such organisations as the Saltbox Christian Centre, the Lichfield CoE Diocese, CLASP and various faith forums to publicise this conference and would very much appreciate if you would therefore consider joining us on the 11th. We hope that you will also pass this invitation to other faith based community workers involved in home visits to invite them to join us as well.
We have limited places available therefore an early response will be appreciated. You can send your reply by emailing r.watson@staffordshirefire.gov.uk.
In your reply, could you indicate the following:
· Your attendance or not
· Your role within your organisation and the age range/needs of the people that you visit
· Any preferred dietary requirements.
This will greatly help us with the organising of this event.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
Peter Dartford
Chief Fire Officer/Chief Executive
Please let Ros Watson know by the Friday 27 August
Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service
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Staffordshire
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Climb Mount Sinai over the Easter bank holiday weekend – 2011
Trip Dates: 21 - 26 April 2011
Purpose: To raise funds for GMI (Gulu Mission Initiative)
Cost: £999 per person
Description of trip:
“This is an unforgettable trip, to climb Mount Sinai over the Easter bank holiday weekend in 2011, the highlight being summiting Mount Sinai in time to see the sun rise on Easter Sunday. The holy peak stands 2882 metres above sea level. According to Christian tradition this is the biblical Mount Horeb where Moses received the tablets of the law with Ten Commandments. We start this trip at night, pick you up from your hotel in Sharm el Sheikh, and then drive in an air conditioned bus into the desert for around 2 hours until the holy valley of St Catherine is reached. There are two ways to reach the peak of the mountain: one consists of 3750 steps made by monks and the other one is a normal road carved by Egyptian authorities in the 19th century, it is an indirect route which can be traversed on foot or on animal back. On the top of Mount Sinai is a chapel dedicated to the Holy Trinity. To the north of the chapel is a cave where traditional holds that God put Moses. The view from the peak is truly breathtaking and well worth the efforts of ascending. In the morning we’ll visit the famous monastery of St Catherine and you will see all of its treasures and come close to the life of the monks. Breakfast will be in St Catherine city. After the visits, we will drive you back to your hotel. You will have a day to relax, enjoy and unwind in Sharm el Sheikh and then fly back to the UK on the last day”.
“This trip is of a moderate intensity and so is suitable for most hill climbers. We are AALA Licensed, ATOL protected and have staff that are fully qualified and are members of the ‘Association of mountaineering instructors’. From each person that participates in this once in a lifetime trip included in the costs shown above is a £100 donation to the GMI charity and so no further fund raising is required although would be welcomed”.
The trip itself will be done by Msl Mountaineering Ltd and all of there information is displayed on their website: www.msl-mountaineering.com
For additional information regarding the GMI charity then please go to our website: www.gulumission.org or alternatively contact us on 01782 657206
If you wish to join us on this opportunity then please feel free to contact us on the Msl website above or call on the contact shown above and quote ‘NIGEL001’.
Tour of the Holy Land – walk where Jesus walked
Trip Dates: 21 – 29 October 2011
Places you will visit: Jeusalem, Galilee, Dead Sea, Masada, Bethlehem, Nazareth
Cost: £1395 inc per person – all fares, entry to all sites, 4* hotels (half-board), coach & guide, all gratituties
For more information contact John & Linda Marshall on 01785 242635 / 254331 or email pastor.churchlane@btinternet.com
Christian Counselling Service
CCS Counselling Service offers confidential counselling for anyone who feels they need help. It is open to people of any faith or no faith.
It is a voluntary organisation staffed by qualified Christian counsellors. Counselling takes place above the Methodist Book Centre in Hanley and also at the Bridge Centre.
There is no fixed fee, but a donation of at least £15 per session would be welcome.
For more information call 07980 387847
Healing Rooms – No appointment necessary and there is no charge
What are healing rooms? For people in need of physical, mental or emotional healing to come and
encounter the healing power of God through Jesus Christ.
What do we offer? A trained, caring, ministry team who will listen and pray for you.
When are we open? Every Wednesday
Opening Times: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Place: Beacon House of Prayer, 550 High Street, Sandyford. ST6 5PD
For more info email: thebeaconinfo@btconnect.com
SALTBOX
Community Chaplaincy Project…working to rehabilitate ex-offenders
Saltbox is in need of bedding, curtains, cutlery, crockery, saucepans and other kitchen equipment to stock their houses. As well as these items we would be grateful for our tenants, such as socks, toiletries, personal products, chocolate and many more. Donations of these items would be much appreciated.
For further information contact us at 17 Regent Road, Hanley or by phone on 01782 252708
Money Matters Volunteer Administrator
The Saltbox are developing their debt advice service Money Matters and are looking for a volunteer who can help to provide administration support.
The ideal person would be a committed individual with good administration and interpersonal skills, sympathetic to issues surrounding debt and would have some ability to be flexible.
The place of work will be the Saltbox offices, Bemersley House, Hanley, ST1 1DY.
Hours to be agreed – however, it will be helpful to arrange hours that will be on a regular basis.
For further details please contact Rory Sanders on 01782 207200 or e-mail rory@saltbox.org.uk
PhoneLink Volunteers Needed - Telephone befrienders needed
Time to spare, regularly or occasionally?
Join our growing band of befrienders – they made 353 phone calls to 121 older people last week (w/e 20.6.10)
Please consider becoming a ‘friend on the phone’ and help them to make even more!
Please contact Jan Ellor 01782 265651 or email jan@saltbox.org.uk
Fostering: a career that changes lives
Stoke-on-Trent Fostering Service needs to recruit more foster carers for children of all ages. We need carers for babies, brothers & sisters, disabled children who need a short break and foster carers who can look after a child or young person until they move into indepence.
We can offer:
- A tax free allowance
- A choice of carefully matched placements
- Full training and support
For more information call 01782 234555 or visit www.stoke.gov.uk/fostering
United Christian Broadcasters, one of the largest Christian media ministries in the UK and Ireland, has vision which is changing lives for good, as God leads, through Evangelism, Discipleship and Mission. UCB’s outreach is to people, inside and outside the Church, through quality Christian radio / TV programming, through a daily Bible devotional, through a variety of relevant Christian resources, through practical help and by providing prayer support, to anyone who asks.
For more details, check out UCB’s website at www.ucb.co.uk
Looking for God Co-ordinator
UCB is looking for an enthusiastic individual who will improve the profile of the Looking for God project. You must have excellent communication skills; both written and verbal as you will need to liaise with external organisations and internal departments promoting and demonstrating the Looking for God website.
The successful candidate must be computer literate, having a proficient knowledge of the Microsoft office applications and be able to demonstrate previous experience in undertaking research, product development and providing timely evaluation. You should have proven time management skills with the ability to prioritise a very diverse workload.
This position is based at our Operations Centre in Stoke on Trent.
Salary: £16,500 per annum
Closing Date: Friday 17th September 2010
An application form and job description for both positions can be downloaded at www.ucb.co.uk/vacancies
UCB is a Christian organisation. Regulations 7(2)a and/or 7(2)b of the Employment Equality (Religion or belief) Regulations 2003 apply.
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