This document is the June 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events for June and July. It also includes articles on Alpha courses in African prisons and Sierra Leone in partnership with Bible Society, and highlights an upcoming concert to support Amnesty International. The letter from the minister focuses on the church's upcoming Prayer and Gift Day and their work supporting the local community.
This document is the May 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church in the United Reformed Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in May and June, including guest speakers. It also includes notices about church groups, a letter from the minister encouraging readers to live as "Easter people" throughout the year, and an announcement about an upcoming Agape meal between local churches in Hayes.
The minutes summarized the 75th Annual General Meeting of Hayes Free Church. Key items included:
1) Ratification of new elders and church office holders
2) Acceptance of reports from the secretary, treasurer, and church organizations
3) Thanks given to leaders and volunteers for their hard work and dedication
4) Notice of upcoming events like the prayer and gift day to support the church's future work
This document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in October and November 2012. The church will hold a Harvest Festival on October 14th and a Christmas Tree Festival from November 30th to December 9th to raise money for The Chartwell Cancer Trust. The Christmas Tree Festival will include evening entertainment performances each night from local school choirs, bands, and other groups. The document encourages readers to attend the various events and volunteer to help with the church's activities.
This document is the September 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for September and October 2011. It includes the minister's letter discussing the importance of community involvement. It also provides summaries of recent church events, such as the Holiday from Home program, and looks ahead to upcoming activities of church groups.
The document is the April 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church which provides information on upcoming church services and events, including Easter services; it also contains letters from the minister and others, announcements of various church groups, and a short article about a British sailor who rescued starving islanders in the Pacific.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in June and July 2015, including:
- The deadline for submissions to the July/August edition of the church magazine Catalyst is June 14th.
- Upcoming Sunday services will feature visiting preachers from local churches.
- The church's Prayer and Gift Day will take place on June 20th to support the church.
- Other events advertised include the Women's Fellowship meetings and a Children's Fun Afternoon at the Manse.
"Of course we do."
Jacob: "Good, I'll take two packages."
With that, Jacob turns to Elspeth and says, "Just in case one of us
kicks off during the honeymoon."
I've Learned
I've learned that you cannot make someone love you. All you can do is
be someone who can be loved; the rest is up to them.
I've learned that no matter how much I care, some people just don't
care back.
I've learned that it takes years to build up trust, and only seconds to
destroy it.
I've learned that it's not what you have in your life but who you have
Brenda Cordingley
8th AGM and Social Afternoon
15th Outing to Chartwell House, Westerham - meet at church at 12.30pm
22nd Rev. Sue Powell - "My Ministry"
29th Outing to Chislehurst Caves - meet at church at 1.30pm
Visitors are always welcome.
For further details contact:
Sylvia Mack - Secretary (020 8777 2487)
A prayer thought for May
"Lord, help me to live simply, so that others may simply live."
- attributed to St. Oscar Romero
Let us pray that we may seek to live
This document is the May 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church in the United Reformed Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in May and June, including guest speakers. It also includes notices about church groups, a letter from the minister encouraging readers to live as "Easter people" throughout the year, and an announcement about an upcoming Agape meal between local churches in Hayes.
The minutes summarized the 75th Annual General Meeting of Hayes Free Church. Key items included:
1) Ratification of new elders and church office holders
2) Acceptance of reports from the secretary, treasurer, and church organizations
3) Thanks given to leaders and volunteers for their hard work and dedication
4) Notice of upcoming events like the prayer and gift day to support the church's future work
This document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in October and November 2012. The church will hold a Harvest Festival on October 14th and a Christmas Tree Festival from November 30th to December 9th to raise money for The Chartwell Cancer Trust. The Christmas Tree Festival will include evening entertainment performances each night from local school choirs, bands, and other groups. The document encourages readers to attend the various events and volunteer to help with the church's activities.
This document is the September 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for September and October 2011. It includes the minister's letter discussing the importance of community involvement. It also provides summaries of recent church events, such as the Holiday from Home program, and looks ahead to upcoming activities of church groups.
The document is the April 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church which provides information on upcoming church services and events, including Easter services; it also contains letters from the minister and others, announcements of various church groups, and a short article about a British sailor who rescued starving islanders in the Pacific.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in June and July 2015, including:
- The deadline for submissions to the July/August edition of the church magazine Catalyst is June 14th.
- Upcoming Sunday services will feature visiting preachers from local churches.
- The church's Prayer and Gift Day will take place on June 20th to support the church.
- Other events advertised include the Women's Fellowship meetings and a Children's Fun Afternoon at the Manse.
"Of course we do."
Jacob: "Good, I'll take two packages."
With that, Jacob turns to Elspeth and says, "Just in case one of us
kicks off during the honeymoon."
I've Learned
I've learned that you cannot make someone love you. All you can do is
be someone who can be loved; the rest is up to them.
I've learned that no matter how much I care, some people just don't
care back.
I've learned that it takes years to build up trust, and only seconds to
destroy it.
I've learned that it's not what you have in your life but who you have
Brenda Cordingley
8th AGM and Social Afternoon
15th Outing to Chartwell House, Westerham - meet at church at 12.30pm
22nd Rev. Sue Powell - "My Ministry"
29th Outing to Chislehurst Caves - meet at church at 1.30pm
Visitors are always welcome.
For further details contact:
Sylvia Mack - Secretary (020 8777 2487)
A prayer thought for May
"Lord, help me to live simply, so that others may simply live."
- attributed to St. Oscar Romero
Let us pray that we may seek to live
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church, including notices about submitting items for the next edition of the church magazine, Catalyst, details on upcoming Sunday services, and announcements about various church groups. It requests volunteers to help with the Christian Aid house-to-house collection during Christian Aid Week from May 12th to 18th.
This document is the October 2015 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in October and November, including visiting preachers, women's and men's group meetings. It also provides announcements about church family members and important dates for submitting items to the November issue of the Catalyst by the editor's deadline of October 6th.
This document is the June 2013 edition of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in June and July, including the Prayer and Gift Day on June 15th and the outdoor service on June 30th. It also contains notices from various church groups, a letter from the minister discussing financial challenges, and some short articles. The deadline for submissions to the next edition is June 16th.
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church in Kent including notices about upcoming services and events in March and April 2012. It lists the minister, church leadership contacts, and details for Sunday services including visiting preachers. It also announces births, a death, and address changes. Notices promote upcoming church meetings, prayer meetings, fellowship meetings for women and men, and a mothers' and toddlers' club. The end provides the notice sheet schedule and details for the Women's Fellowship meetings in March and April.
This document provides information about upcoming events and notices for Hayes Free Church in September 2016. It includes the schedule of Sunday services, notices about women's and men's groups, requests for submissions to the October magazine, and announcements about fundraising events like the Christmas tree festival and fairtrade stall. Contact information is provided for church leaders, event organizers, and the student minister.
The article discusses ways for seniors to stay mentally and emotionally healthy as they age. It recommends planning ahead financially and medically to alleviate worries about the future. Maintaining social connections through activities with family and friends and engaging hobbies can fight depression and loneliness. Exercising both the body and mind through physical activity, learning, and stimulating conversation also helps prevent cognitive decline and promotes well-being.
v The document is the June 2014 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (United Reformed Church).
v It provides information on upcoming services, contacts, groups, and events at the church for June and July 2014.
v Items include the deadline for submissions to the next issue, details on upcoming services and preachers, notices about church meetings and groups, and the "website of the month" being promoted by the church.
The document provides information about upcoming events and services at Hayes Free Church in July and August 2015. It includes the schedule of visiting preachers for Sunday services, notices about church meetings and groups, and a letter from the minister. The editor's column provides suggestions for local historic sites to visit over the summer break. David and Ann Watson share their appreciation for the support received after the loss of their daughter Ellie.
This document is the November 2013 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (United Reformed Church) in Kent, England. It provides information on the church's services, events, groups and contacts for the month. It includes the minister's letter, the church's vision and mission statements, notices of services and events, and updates from various church groups and organizations. The back page advertises the website of the month, which is focused on the Normandy Veterans' Association in recognition of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in October 2017, including a Christmas fair, card sale, quiz evening, holiday at home program, and antiques fair. It also summarizes changes to the church's pastoral linkage and notes various preachers for Sunday services. Details are given about the recent closure of Pickhurst Lodge Pre-School after 66 years of operation by the church.
This document provides information about Hayes Free Church in April 2012, including:
- Contact details for church leadership and staff
- Details of Sunday services in April and May, including visiting preachers
- Announcements of baptisms, weddings, and the deaths of former caretaker Pat Neal and church member Pauline Chapman
- Dates and locations for church meetings, prayer meetings, fellowship groups and other activities
- A request for notice sheet volunteers for Sunday services
- Information on the church's mothers and toddlers group
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church (U.R.C.) including notices about upcoming services and events in February and March 2013. It announces births, deaths, and changes of address for church members. It provides contact information for church leaders and details about various church groups and activities happening in the upcoming months.
This document provides information about Hayes Free Church (U.R.C.) including notices about upcoming services and events in July and August 2011. It lists the minister, church leadership, and details Sunday services led by visiting preachers. It also announces meetings for prayer, fellowship, elders, and justice and peace groups. Flowers for Sunday services and the mothers' and toddlers' club are noted. The letter from the minister discusses the importance of spirituality and living like Christians through love, worship, and acceptance.
This document provides information about events at Hayes Free Church in October 2011. It includes the names and contact information for church leaders. The main events advertised are the Harvest Festival service on October 9th to benefit the Bromley URC Homelessness Project, the Christmas Tree Festival, and the Christmas Fair. Regular church groups including the Women's Fellowship, Scouts and Guides, and Mothers and Toddlers club provide their meeting details. The letter from the minister encourages donations for Harvest and thanks members for their generosity.
This document is the September 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for September and October, including visiting preachers. It also includes announcements about baptisms, deaths, church meetings, prayer groups, and other church organizations. The Minister's letter discusses the importance of community and Christians' role in working for justice and peace within their local community.
The document provides information for the May 2014 edition of the Hayes Free Church magazine called Catalyst. It includes details about submitting articles, contact information for church leaders, notices about upcoming events and services, and a letter from the minister.
This document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church in November 2014. It provides information on church services, contacts, events, and notices for that month. Sunday services will be led by visiting ministers and lay preachers. It also announces women's fellowship and prayer meeting dates, and notices about fundraising coffee mornings for charities.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church, including guest speakers for Sunday services in May, meetings for various church groups, and a social evening fundraiser for Christian Aid week featuring a quiz and trading game with a fish and chip supper. Copy for the next issue of the church magazine, Catalyst, is due by May 18th and can be submitted via the church pigeon hole or by email. The document also provides a letter from the minister about new life in Christ and summaries for upcoming saints' days in May honoring Philip the Apostle, James the Apostle, and Matthias.
This document is the March 2014 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on church services, events, groups and notices for March. It includes an obituary for Marjorie Curry who passed away on January 11th, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. The magazine aims to keep the congregation informed and engaged in the church's activities and community.
This document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church in November 2014. It provides information on church services, contacts, events and notices for that month. It includes the minister's letter, details of Sunday services, prayers for church members, notices on meetings and groups, and announcements of fundraising coffee mornings and donations made.
The document is the April 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church which provides information on upcoming church services and events, including Easter services; it also contains letters from the minister and others, announcements of various church groups, and a short article about a British sailor who rescued starving islanders in the Pacific.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church, including notices about submitting items for the next edition of the church magazine, Catalyst, details on upcoming Sunday services, and announcements about various church groups. It requests volunteers to help with the Christian Aid house-to-house collection during Christian Aid Week from May 12th to 18th.
This document is the October 2015 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in October and November, including visiting preachers, women's and men's group meetings. It also provides announcements about church family members and important dates for submitting items to the November issue of the Catalyst by the editor's deadline of October 6th.
This document is the June 2013 edition of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in June and July, including the Prayer and Gift Day on June 15th and the outdoor service on June 30th. It also contains notices from various church groups, a letter from the minister discussing financial challenges, and some short articles. The deadline for submissions to the next edition is June 16th.
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church in Kent including notices about upcoming services and events in March and April 2012. It lists the minister, church leadership contacts, and details for Sunday services including visiting preachers. It also announces births, a death, and address changes. Notices promote upcoming church meetings, prayer meetings, fellowship meetings for women and men, and a mothers' and toddlers' club. The end provides the notice sheet schedule and details for the Women's Fellowship meetings in March and April.
This document provides information about upcoming events and notices for Hayes Free Church in September 2016. It includes the schedule of Sunday services, notices about women's and men's groups, requests for submissions to the October magazine, and announcements about fundraising events like the Christmas tree festival and fairtrade stall. Contact information is provided for church leaders, event organizers, and the student minister.
The article discusses ways for seniors to stay mentally and emotionally healthy as they age. It recommends planning ahead financially and medically to alleviate worries about the future. Maintaining social connections through activities with family and friends and engaging hobbies can fight depression and loneliness. Exercising both the body and mind through physical activity, learning, and stimulating conversation also helps prevent cognitive decline and promotes well-being.
v The document is the June 2014 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (United Reformed Church).
v It provides information on upcoming services, contacts, groups, and events at the church for June and July 2014.
v Items include the deadline for submissions to the next issue, details on upcoming services and preachers, notices about church meetings and groups, and the "website of the month" being promoted by the church.
The document provides information about upcoming events and services at Hayes Free Church in July and August 2015. It includes the schedule of visiting preachers for Sunday services, notices about church meetings and groups, and a letter from the minister. The editor's column provides suggestions for local historic sites to visit over the summer break. David and Ann Watson share their appreciation for the support received after the loss of their daughter Ellie.
This document is the November 2013 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (United Reformed Church) in Kent, England. It provides information on the church's services, events, groups and contacts for the month. It includes the minister's letter, the church's vision and mission statements, notices of services and events, and updates from various church groups and organizations. The back page advertises the website of the month, which is focused on the Normandy Veterans' Association in recognition of the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in October 2017, including a Christmas fair, card sale, quiz evening, holiday at home program, and antiques fair. It also summarizes changes to the church's pastoral linkage and notes various preachers for Sunday services. Details are given about the recent closure of Pickhurst Lodge Pre-School after 66 years of operation by the church.
This document provides information about Hayes Free Church in April 2012, including:
- Contact details for church leadership and staff
- Details of Sunday services in April and May, including visiting preachers
- Announcements of baptisms, weddings, and the deaths of former caretaker Pat Neal and church member Pauline Chapman
- Dates and locations for church meetings, prayer meetings, fellowship groups and other activities
- A request for notice sheet volunteers for Sunday services
- Information on the church's mothers and toddlers group
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church (U.R.C.) including notices about upcoming services and events in February and March 2013. It announces births, deaths, and changes of address for church members. It provides contact information for church leaders and details about various church groups and activities happening in the upcoming months.
This document provides information about Hayes Free Church (U.R.C.) including notices about upcoming services and events in July and August 2011. It lists the minister, church leadership, and details Sunday services led by visiting preachers. It also announces meetings for prayer, fellowship, elders, and justice and peace groups. Flowers for Sunday services and the mothers' and toddlers' club are noted. The letter from the minister discusses the importance of spirituality and living like Christians through love, worship, and acceptance.
This document provides information about events at Hayes Free Church in October 2011. It includes the names and contact information for church leaders. The main events advertised are the Harvest Festival service on October 9th to benefit the Bromley URC Homelessness Project, the Christmas Tree Festival, and the Christmas Fair. Regular church groups including the Women's Fellowship, Scouts and Guides, and Mothers and Toddlers club provide their meeting details. The letter from the minister encourages donations for Harvest and thanks members for their generosity.
This document is the September 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for September and October, including visiting preachers. It also includes announcements about baptisms, deaths, church meetings, prayer groups, and other church organizations. The Minister's letter discusses the importance of community and Christians' role in working for justice and peace within their local community.
The document provides information for the May 2014 edition of the Hayes Free Church magazine called Catalyst. It includes details about submitting articles, contact information for church leaders, notices about upcoming events and services, and a letter from the minister.
This document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church in November 2014. It provides information on church services, contacts, events, and notices for that month. Sunday services will be led by visiting ministers and lay preachers. It also announces women's fellowship and prayer meeting dates, and notices about fundraising coffee mornings for charities.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church, including guest speakers for Sunday services in May, meetings for various church groups, and a social evening fundraiser for Christian Aid week featuring a quiz and trading game with a fish and chip supper. Copy for the next issue of the church magazine, Catalyst, is due by May 18th and can be submitted via the church pigeon hole or by email. The document also provides a letter from the minister about new life in Christ and summaries for upcoming saints' days in May honoring Philip the Apostle, James the Apostle, and Matthias.
This document is the March 2014 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on church services, events, groups and notices for March. It includes an obituary for Marjorie Curry who passed away on January 11th, 2014 after a long battle with cancer. The magazine aims to keep the congregation informed and engaged in the church's activities and community.
This document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church in November 2014. It provides information on church services, contacts, events and notices for that month. It includes the minister's letter, details of Sunday services, prayers for church members, notices on meetings and groups, and announcements of fundraising coffee mornings and donations made.
The document is the April 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church which provides information on upcoming church services and events, including Easter services; it also contains letters from the minister and others, announcements of various church groups, and a short article about a British sailor who rescued starving islanders in the Pacific.
This document is the May 2011 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC) in the United Kingdom. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in May and June, including guest speakers. It also includes notices about church groups, a letter from the minister encouraging members to live as "Easter people" throughout the year, and an announcement about an upcoming Agape meal between local churches in Hayes.
This document provides information about Hayes Free Church (U.R.C.) including details of services, contacts, and events for July and August 2011. It includes the minister's letter, schedules for Sunday services and visiting preachers. It also lists upcoming meetings for prayer, fellowship, women's contact and the men's groups. Information is provided on flowers, justice and peace, and the mothers and toddlers club. The deadline for submissions to the next issue of the magazine is announced.
This document is the October 2014 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for October and November, including Harvest Festival, the Christmas Tree Festival, and notices for various church groups. It also includes the letter from the Church Secretary and previews of guest preachers for Sunday services.
The document is the March 2012 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events for March and April, including notices for women's and men's groups. It also includes a thank you letter from the charity Help for Heroes regarding a donation from Christmas fundraising and appeals for new members of the church's Rangers group and contributions to the Catalyst magazine from church members and groups.
The document provides information about upcoming events and services at Hayes Free Church in July and August 2015. It includes the schedule of visiting preachers for Sunday services, notices about various church groups, and a letter from the minister. The editor's column provides suggestions for local historic sites to visit over the summer break.
This document is the April 2013 newsletter for Hayes Free Church (URC) in Kent, England. It provides information on upcoming church services and events for April and early May, including guest speakers and notices. It also includes announcements about members of the church community and prayer requests. The letter from the minister encourages the congregation to share the joy of Easter and focus on mission, service, and evangelism.
This document is the April 2013 newsletter of Hayes Free Church in Kent, United Reformed Church. It includes notices about upcoming church services and events in April and May, including guest speakers, prayer meetings, fellowship groups and more. It also contains letters from the minister and church secretary, notices about members of the congregation, and articles on various topics including doors and memory, financial security according to King David, and a message encouraging staying in touch with family.
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church in Kent, including details of services, contacts, notices, and upcoming events for December 2011 and January 2012. The minister's letter discusses maintaining wonder and awe during the Christmas season. Summaries of church meetings, prayer meetings, and flower arranging duties are also included.
The document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church for December 2011-January 2012. It provides information on church services, notices, events, and greetings. The newsletter includes the minister's letter expressing hope for experiencing awe at Christmas, notices on church meetings and groups, the visiting preachers schedule, and the Women's Fellowship programme for December and January.
The document is a newsletter from Hayes Free Church for December 2011-January 2012. It provides information on church services, notices, events, and greetings. The newsletter includes the minister's letter expressing hope for experiencing awe at Christmas, a list of church services and preachers, announcements of deaths and corrections, notices of upcoming meetings and events, and seasonal greetings from church members.
This document is the February 2012 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events for February and March, including preachers, prayer meetings, and women's fellowship activities. It also contains notices regarding church groups, fundraising efforts, and an energy saving scam. The front page includes a letter from the minister discussing the importance of having "Personal Best" moments of faith.
The document provides information about upcoming events and services at Hayes Free Church for July and August 2016, including notices about guest preachers, prayer meetings, women's and men's groups, and the Christmas tree festival benefiting Carers Bromley. The editor of the church magazine Catalyst appeals for a new editor to take over responsibilities. Church members are encouraged to submit items for the notice sheets and magazine.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in July and August 2016, including notices about submitting articles for the September edition of the church magazine, Catalyst, details on visiting preachers, prayer meetings, women's and men's group meetings, and calls for a new editor for Catalyst.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church, including guest speakers for Sunday services in May, women's fellowship and prayer meeting dates and locations, and a children's fun afternoon and barbecue being held at the minister's home in June and July. It also contains notices regarding newsletter submissions, charitable recycling services provided by church members, and thanks from a church member for the support received during recovery from falls.
The September 2013 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church provides information on upcoming church events and activities. These include guest speakers for Sunday services, meetings for prayer groups, mothers' and toddlers' club, and women's fellowship. It also announces a report back from a trip to Cambodia to build houses and thanks members for support during a family medical issue.
The Hayes Free Church will hold its annual Christmas Tree Festival from December 1st to 12th to raise funds for the Bertha James Day Centre. The church will be open each day from 2:30-5:00pm to view decorated Christmas trees. In addition, there will be several evening concerts and services held each day, with performers including local school choirs, bands, and church groups. All proceeds from the festival will go to the Bertha James Day Centre, which provides care and support for older adults in the local community.
The document is the September 2018 issue of the magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information about:
- Alison Smith who will be ordained and inducted as the new minister of Hayes Free Church on September 29th.
- The various church services, groups, and events happening in September, including the ordination service for Alison Smith and a Christmas tree festival in December.
- Updates from the church secretary, notices about church meetings, groups for women, men, mothers/toddlers, and more. It also previews the church's activities for the coming months.
The document is the September 2018 issue of the magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information about upcoming church services and events in September, including the ordination and induction of Alison Smith as minister on September 29th. It also includes notices about various church groups, the Christmas tree festival in December, and appeals for donations to local food banks.
This document provides information about events and services at Hayes Free Church (URC) for July and August 2018. It includes:
- Details of a special church meeting on July 1st to vote on whether to call a prospective new minister.
- The schedule of preachers and services for July and August.
- Announcements about church groups including the Saturday Fellowship, Women's Contact Group, Men's Group, Tuesday Friendship Group, Mothers & Toddlers Club, and Book Club.
- Notice of a memorial service in August for a former minister's 50th ordination anniversary.
This document is the July/August 2018 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides notices and schedules for church services, groups and events in July and August. It includes notices regarding a special church meeting on July 1st to vote on extending a call to a prospective minister, as well as notices for various church groups, clubs, and fundraising efforts. The magazine also provides the schedule of preachers for Sunday services through August and announcements of deaths, funerals and special anniversary services involving former ministers of the church.
This document is the March 2018 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for March, including a Lent course, Women's World Day of Prayer, and Fairtrade Fortnight activities. It also announces fellowship group meetings, the Christmas tree festival charity vote at the March Church Meeting, and notices regarding people in the church community. The magazine serves to communicate information to members and friends of Hayes Free Church.
This document is the March 2018 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for March, including a Lent course, Women's World Day of Prayer, and Fairtrade Fortnight activities. It also announces fellowship group meetings, the Christmas tree festival charity vote at the March Church Meeting, and notices regarding people in the church community. The magazine serves to communicate information to members and friends of Hayes Free Church.
This document is the March 2018 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for March, including a Lent course, Women's World Day of Prayer, and Fairtrade Fortnight activities. It also announces fellowship group meetings, the Christmas tree festival charity vote at the March Church Meeting, and notices regarding people in the church community. The magazine serves to communicate information to members and friends of Hayes Free Church.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in December 2017 and January 2018. It includes the church secretary's letter welcoming members to end of the year events and looking forward to 2018. It also provides the schedule of Sunday services, notices about various church group meetings, and details about the Christmas Tree Festival being held in December to benefit Bromley Y charity.
The document provides information about upcoming events at Hayes Free Church in December 2017 and January 2018. It includes the church secretary's letter welcoming members to end of the year events and looking forward to 2018. It also provides the schedule of Sunday services, notices about various church group meetings, and details about the Christmas Tree Festival being held in December to benefit Bromley Y charity.
The document provides information about Hayes Free Church in November 2017, including:
- Details of church services and events for the month
- Notices about church groups, meetings, and fundraising activities
- A letter from the Church Secretary commenting on autumn seasons
- Brief historical facts about World War 1 and 2 from the same time in past Novembers
- Updates from the Bible Society on the situation of Christianity in modern China
The Hayes Free Church is holding a Christmas Fair and Charity Card Sale on Saturday November 11th from 10:30am to 2:00pm, where well known charities will be selling Christmas cards, gifts, and there will also be stalls selling Christmas food items, gifts, knitwear, books, and more while serving tea, coffee and lunch.
The Hayes Free Church will hold a Christmas Tree Festival from December 2nd to 10th to raise money for Bromley Y, a local charity offering therapeutic support to young people aged 0-18. The church will display decorated trees and host various musical performances and a 1940s film screening. All proceeds will benefit Bromley Y and their services for local youth. Tree viewing hours and event schedules are provided for each day of the festival.
The document provides details of church services and events at Hayes Free Church in July and August 2017, including Sunday services led by visiting ministers, meetings for women's and men's groups, and social activities like the bank holiday ramble and holiday at home program. It also includes an article about a pilgrimage to sites in Germany associated with Martin Luther led by former Hayes Free Church minister Revd John Robinson.
This document is the July/August 2017 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information about upcoming church services and events in July and August, including Sunday services, meetings for various church groups, and notices. It also contains articles about a church secretary's letter, a piano recital, and a Bible quiz. The magazine is aimed at members of Hayes Free Church to keep them informed about church activities and events over the summer months.
This document is the June 2017 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It provides information on upcoming church services and events for June and July, including the church anniversary celebration on June 11th. It also contains notices from various church groups, a letter from the church secretary regarding the anniversary, and a reflection on the meaning of Pentecost for June's theme. The magazine aims to keep members informed about church activities and events.
The document is the May 2017 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in May, including notices on the church secretary, women's and men's groups, fairtrade initiatives, Christian Aid week plans, and a history of the Hayes Philharmonic Choir. It also includes the church contact list and notices about submissions for the next issue of the magazine.
The document is the May 2017 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church. It provides information on upcoming church services and events in May, including notices on the church secretary, women's and men's groups, fairtrade initiatives, Christian Aid week plans, and a history of the Hayes Philharmonic Choir. It also includes the church contact list and notices about submissions for the next issue of the magazine.
- The Pickhurst Lodge Pre-School located at Hayes Free Church is closing after 66 years due to declining enrollment numbers. It can no longer financially sustain operating with only 12 children enrolled.
- In its heyday, the pre-school had 66 children attending each morning session. However, changing family dynamics with more mothers working and demand for full-day childcare have reduced enrollment over the years.
- The pre-school will close its doors for the last time at the end of the term on March 24, 2017. It has been a charitable organization of the church for over six decades providing early education to many children in the community.
This document is the March 2017 issue of the Catalyst magazine for Hayes Free Church (URC). It includes notices about upcoming church services and events in March, letters from the church secretary and editor, and various articles. The magazine provides information to members about church activities, notices, and events happening in the local community.
1. Catalyst
THE MAGAZINE OF
HAYES FREE CHURCH (U.R.C.)
June 2011
2. HAYES FREE CHURCH
111, Pickhurst Lane, Hayes, Kent BR2 7HU
Sunday Services. 10.30 a.m. & 6.30 p.m.
We are a member of the United Reformed Church.
We believe in Justice and Peace.
Principal Contacts
Minister: Rev. Sue Powell Tel: 020 8462 2212
Church Secretary: Mr Alistair Wilson Tel: 020 8402 0026
Fabric Steward Mr. Chris Wood Tel: 020 8462 2444
Treasurer: Mr. Bill Michie Tel: 020 8658 4167
Lettings Secretary: Mrs Undine Connolly Tel: 020 8776 0108
Caretaker: Mr. Colin Ramsell Tel: 020 8402 0502
Catalyst
Editor: Mr Richard Brown
Contents : - Items not covered by the diary of events.
Sunday Services; New day 2 About Amnesty International 13
Church notices 3-4 God’s Little Moth 14
Alpha in Africa 5 Places of Worship 15
First Impressions - Music from USA 6 Father and Son ;
Catalyst needs You - Adverts 7 The way things once were 16
Gospel for our Times 8 Holiday From Home 17
Justice & Peace Group 9 Your Mobile Telephone 20
Notice board 10 - 11 Church Organisations IBC
This month’s website - Amnesty International
AI is a humanitarian movement which is secular, but of international
renown for its vital work in the promotion of human rights for all
humankind.
More information is on Page 13. Also, check Page 12 where there is
notice of a concert in support of AI
The organisation’s website is http://www.amnesty.org Ed
Copy for the July - August 2011 edition needs to be handed in by
Sunday, 12th June.
Please submit items in good time.
You can leave copy in the “B” Pigeon Hole for Richard Brown to collect,
or hand it directly to him on a Sunday morning.
You can also e-mail copy to richardmbrown6@gmail.com
Thank You. Editor
3. Letter from the Minister
Dear Friends
Summer comes and our Prayer and Gift Day this
Saturday (4th June) gives us the opportunity to
come into the church and pray for the work of the church in this
village of Hayes.
Our journey over the last two or three years, looking first at the Bible,
then Prayer, and now at Evangelism, has enabled us to see more clearly
the journey of faith that we travel together. Each of us has our own
idea of what it is that we believe in; what it is that holds us together
as a Church, and what holds us is our understanding of Jesus Christ as
the Son of God, and as our Lord and Saviour, willing to die for us on
that cross.
We all know that life is never the ‘bed of roses’ that we crave.
We all know that life can be kind and cruel.
We all know that we need someone in our lives besides ourselves.
The promise that holds good for us all is the one made to us by Jesus
on that cross. Whatever we face, whatever life throws at us, Jesus is
always by our sides holding, supporting and loving us, no matter what.
And as a church this is what we offer each other too. Together we
travel our path through this life, supporting and walking with each
other when times are hard and when times are good.
As a Church we offer this to our community too; opening our doors to
share in the celebration of the Royal Wedding, and opening our doors
and our hearts to share in those moments of grief and hardship that
come to us all from time to time.
As we seek to be God’s people in this world, making a difference to
those we serve, let us be willing to look for ways to help in our
community.
As we gather together for our day of Prayer, let us remember our
community and pray that we can truly be God’s people for them.
Sue
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4. Sunday Services
June 2011
5th 10.30 a.m. - Morning Service - Allan Evison
6.30 p.m. - Holy Communion - The Minister
10.30 a.m. - Parade / Church Anniversary - The Minister
12th 6.30 p.m. - Evening Service, Rededication of Elders -
The Minister
19th 10.30 a.m. - Morning Service - Men’s Group
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - The Minister
26th 10.30 a.m. - Holy Communion - The Minister
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - Miss Linda Jennings
July 2011
3rd 10.30 am - Morning Service - Major Cliff Kent
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - Mike Duke
Some notes on the visiting preachers.
v Allan Evison is a lay preacher at Hayes Parish Church. He has
conducted worship on a number of occasions.
v Linda Jennings is one of our Elders who will be rededicated on
the 12th of June. She has lead our services on occasions.
v Major Cliff Kent belongs to the Regent Hall Branch of The
Salvation Army (the only church in Oxford Street, London). He
was formerly from the Thornton Heath branch of The Salvation
Army. He has conducted Sunday worship at HFC on many
occasions.
v Mike Duke is one of the Sunday Club leaders.
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5. News of the Church Family
Announcements are welcome :-
BMD - Changes of address, etc.
Births:
· Judith and David Stoner are delighted to
announce the arrival of their grandson Blake
Andrew Kai born on May 14th. A second son for Naomi and Paul, a
brother for Leo and cousin for Joe ,Kirsten, Kai, Daniel and David.
· We are pleased to announce that Lorna and Andy Hall had a baby
daughter Phoebe May 6lbs 13ozs on April 25th. Lorna is the daughter
of John and Janet Moren.
Deaths:
We regret to announce that The Rev Rodney Collins passed away
early in May. He last took our morning service at the beginning of
January.
Church Meetings
The next Elders’ meeting will be on Tuesday, 21st June at 8.00 pm
in the small hall.
Women's Contact Group
The Contact Group will next meet at 8.00 pm on Monday 6th June
at 113, Bourne Way - Judith Stoner’s home.
Sylvia Mack
Tuesday Prayer Meetings
Held at 10.00 am at the following homes:-
June 7th Martin Nunn’s. 14th Betty Coster’s.
21st Brenda Cordingley’s. 28th The Church.
Please address any queries to Martin Nunn.
Saturday Fellowship
There won’t be a meeting on 4th June. However, on the 2nd of July, a
group from HFC will be going to Reigate Park URC for a quiet day in
preparation for the year of Evangelism. The day will be led by the
Revd David Helyer.
Details on the notice board, or from Martin Nunn.
Men's Group
The next meeting will be a London walk, organised by Alistair Wilson.
It starts at 6.00 pm on Thursday 16th June. Details on page 14.
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6. Ministry of Flowers
Thanks are due to those who will be providing flowers in June.
5th - Kay & Tony Atkinson 19th - Joan Smith
12th - Wedding 26th - Win Browne
A big thank you to those who kindly arrange the flowers when needed.
After the Sunday evening services, the flowers are distributed to
members and friends, bringing joy to the recipients.
Mavis Righini
Justice and Peace Group
Our next meeting will be announced at a later date. You will be
welcome to join us.
Hayes Mothers’ & Toddlers’ Club
We welcome all babies and children under school age, accompanied
by their parents, grandparents or carers, to our club on Friday
afternoons between 2 and 4 pm during term time.
The fee is £1 per family – tea, squash and biscuits are provided.
This is a time when adults can meet up, while the children in their care
are busy playing with toys and activities in the company of other
children.
Summer term is in progress, with our last meeting on July 15th. There
will be a half term break on June 3rd. The photographer Sue
Fitzgerald will visit the club on June 24th.
Do come and join us!
Judith Stoner - Secretary.
Notice Sheets - June 2011
5th & 12th Brenda Cordingley 8462 3867
19th & 26th Pam Collison 8658 0748
July
3rd Joan Smith 8462 3920
If you require items to be included in the notice sheets, please contact
the appropriate person by the previous Tuesday.
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7. Women's Fellowship
M eetings are in the small hall at 2.00 p.m. on Tuesdays and finish
about 3.30 p.m.
The programme for June is:-
7th Police Dog Handling - Visit by an Officer
14th A Holiday in Spain - Linda Jennings
21st Trials of a Speaker - Barbara Stevens
28th Service conducted by Allan Evison
The programme is varied. Who knows, you may like the Women's
Fellowship and decide to come to future meetings. I hope so.
Jessie Martin
Alpha in Africa
“I have been a murderer. I didn't want anything to do with God. But
through Alpha in our prison, I have encountered God personally. The
Bible given to me has become my best friend.”
This is the glowing endorsement of a prisoner in Sierra Leone for Alpha
International's work among some of the most marginalised
communities in Africa and beyond.
And it is just one of many breathtaking testimonies of lives transformed
beyond recognition thanks to a partnership between Alpha and Bible
Society.
Another prisoner in Sierra Leone known as Sufian, a self-confessed
former 'thief and drug sniffer', said: “Hearing the Word of God each
week has helped me to know how I ought to behave in life.”
Bible Society's Key Relationships Manager Sue Wilmot says there are
great opportunities to expand the ministry into more of Sierra Leone's
prisons and military bases — and there's great demand for Bibles.
In fact, thanks to this initiative, now in its fourth year, Alpha courses are
being delivered in Ghana, Sierra Leone, Zambia, South Africa and
Uganda, as well as India, with Scriptures provided by Bible Society in
each case.
Already, 136 of South Africa's 250 prisons have requested that the
course be run on their premises. But its impact is not limited to jails: in
fact it is reaching many diverse groups — from youth groups to rural
communities.
From the Bible Society Prayer Bulletin
Article for 5 - 11 JUNE
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8. First Impressions
present your favourite music
and songs from the golden era
of the Rat Pack and the
Hollywood musicals
Songs made famous by
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin
and Sammy Davis Jnr.
Hayes Free Church
111 Pickhurst Lane,
Bromley BR2 7HU
Friday 1st July at 7.30 pm
Tickets £8.00
(tables of 4, 6 or 8 or more)
Bring your own drinks and nibbles
In aid of the Mounthurst Road
Scout Hut Development
Phone 020 8402 0026 to reserve a table.
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9. Catalyst needs you
This page will be kept for YOUR contributions - NOTHING ELSE will go on this page.
It would be great to receive items from Leaders - please encourage your charges
other groups - Mothers and Toddlers, the to be creative. Catalyst has wonderful
cubs, brownies, Sunday Club. Also, material from the adult members and
family members are most welcome to friends, but this magazine should be for all
submit material. of us to enjoy. Also, isn’t it nice to see your
Uniformed groups - can your members message or creation in print?
earn a badge for contributions to this
Surely, an important aspect of our lives is to
page? encourage the youngsters to develop - to
Pictures, poems, letters or thoughts are all be creative. So, this page is here to help
welcome. with this.
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Poems by James A. Wyatt.
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10. Gospel for our Times
And Jesus came to a town where the people were sore dismayed at
the news of unemployment. Jesus stood on a hillside and began to
teach the people in parables saying, "There was once a multi-
national company which for reasons of history had its Head Office in
London employing general managers, ordinary managers,
accountant, sales staff and those skilled in the management of
personnel, all controlling the activities of the company worldwide.
They were well off, enjoying good salaries, excellent pension
arrangements, paid holidays, medical insurance, company cars,
access to the company's products at staff discount and a sports club
at Beckenham. Every year salaries were adjusted for inflation, every
year salaries were reviewed to award long service and good effort.
Every year there was promotion to fill the vacancies left by those who
had retired. Yes, considering the state of the world and, in particular,
that of those countries with whom the company traded, the staff had
a comfortable existence, a job for life, a career in administration.
"One morning they all received a manilla envelope in which there was
a letter from the chairman to say that as the company was
reorganising they were all redundant. In future, Head Office would be
located in Delhi, India. Communication would be via a computer
and a satellite link and all the staff there would work as well as their
English predecessors at a fraction of the cost. The Indian staff would
require none of the benefits of the English staff and they would have
no need for a sports club at Beckenham or any where else. Moreover,
having been without work they would be very happy to have work".
At this a man in the crowd called out, "Master, is it God's will that I
should lose my job?" Jesus looked at him and was moved by
compassion for he knew him to be a righteous man. He said to him,
'My friend, did you not pray day by day for the poor of other lands
and for a fairer distribution of the earth's resources? Is not labour such
a resource? Do you think that my Father pays no heed to your
prayers or to those of people of other lands?"
At this the man sorrowed for he was generous in spirit. The crowd was
amazed at such teaching and went home wondering at the nature
of Jesus for no one had spoken with such authority.
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11. The Justice and Peace Group.
Like the poor, good causes, and the charities and
organisations which represent them, are always with us. After
reporting on the local charity JusB in May, we would like to
concentrate this month on Amnesty International. We are asked by
Jesus to work for prisoners, and the prisoners supported by Amnesty,
often isolated, and feeling crushed by the whole weight of the ruling
powers in their land, are among the most needy and desperate of all.
The Bromley & Orpington branch of Amnesty has always been
supportive of our Justice and Peace group, sending us their regular
newsletter from the early days. This now comes by email, and anyone
in the church who would like to receive it electronically should let me
know.
In June there will be an easy way to do a little for Amnesty
International Bromley & Orpington – you could come to a summer
concert! Hayes Philharmonic Choir was due to raise money for this
cause at Christmas, but with the carol concert cancelled by bad
weather, has instead offered them half the proceeds of its summer
concert on 18 June. This will be a potpourri of anthems, songs, glees
and madrigals, and will be followed by the choir’s traditional
Christmas celebrations adapted for summer – so do come along, to
have a good time, to learn something of our musical heritage, to
have a bite to eat, and to help an excellent cause to overcome the
disappointments of the December weather.
We in the J&P Group are Laurie Hobbs, Barbara Jones, Jim Pearson,
Christine Rees, Judith and David Stoner.
Women’s Contact Coffee Morning 10.00 am - 12.00
We continue to raise funds for disaster relief causes.
Our next coffee morning will be on 11th of June. We hope
to see you there, and why not bring a friend.
Our cakes are to die for!! (Yum, yum)
Barbara Jones
The Fairtrade Sunday Stall
There will be a stall after the morning services on the 5th & 19th of June,
and the 3rd of July.
The regular items for sale are food and drink - all of very good quality.
Remember that by purchasing Fairtrade goods you are helping to
support communities in the world, and to give those communities a
chance to enjoy a better life for their families - standards which we
may take for granted here in the UK.
Please continue to support your fair trade stall. Thank you.
Richard, Barbara and Helen.
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12. NOTICE
Minister's Surgery
Lunch Dates
There are two dates for your diaries.
Sue’s monthly surgery
at the Church will be
v The first is June 5th, which is lunch
held on the SECOND
at 12.30 pm for people living alone.
Wednesday of each
v The second date is October 2nd month
when we will be having a harvest from 3.00 - 5.45 pm.
lunch and everybody is welcome.
There will be a list at the back of the HFC
church for people to sign for the lunch Prayer and Gift Day
on June 5th. Saturday 4th June
9.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m.
Barbara Jones
Come and share in a time
of renewing, giving and
22ND BROMLEY SCOUT GROUP praying for Our Church
Many of you will know that Sainsbury’s are and the way ahead. Those
now giving out ‘Active Kids’ vouchers for of us who have attended
every ₤10.00 spent. our previous two gift days
have found them moving
These vouchers can be exchanged for and fulfilling experiences.
sports equipment, books and even
Please sign up for a 20 min
camping equipment depending on how
spot
many we collect. Last year we collected
over 8,000 and I would again like to thank Aids to prayer and
all those members of the Church who reflection will be provided
helped us. and a table will be
available to receive your
So, if you are not already giving your gift.
vouchers to someone else, please save
A GIFT DAY ENVELOPE
them for the Scout Group.
is attached to this copy of
Please put your vouchers in the box next to Catalist.
our yellow recycling box on the table in Sue will be in Church all
the entrance to the Church. day to greet us, let us
Thanking you in advance. encourage her in all she is
doing for Our Church. DO
Brenda Petts come along.
BILL MICHIE
Cub Scout Leader & Beaver Scout Leader
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13. BOARD
Afternoon Cream Tea At the
at Bible Celebration Supper
18, Hurstdene Avenue on Saturday, 21st May,
Saturday 18 June £275 was raised for Bible
3.00 - 5.00 pm translation work.
Tickets £3.50 from Joan 50 people had gathered
020 8462 3920 together to hear a speaker
In aid of Holiday at Home from the Bible Society,
and a speaker
from the
Congratulations Wycliffe Bible Translators.
John Curry’s daughter-in-Law,
Nic, completed the London
Thank you to everyone.
Marathon in 5 hours 35 minutes Martin Nunn.
and without any ill effects.
She raised £3,441.98 (Incl gift-aid)
for The Alzheimer’s Society.
A very BIG Thank you to all 146
who sponsored her.
The
The new 400th anniversary
edition of the King James
Bible
Bible is out now Society
· Exclusive foreword by HRH The Prince of Wales
· New easy-to-read layout
· Illustrations
· Glossary of archaic terms and classic phrases list
· State-of-the-art concordance and much more!
£14.99+p&p bibleresources.org.uk/KJV
or call 0800 652 5369
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15. ABOUT AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who
campaign for internationally recognized human rights to be
respected and protected for everyone. We believe human rights
abuses anywhere are the concern of people everywhere. We work
to improve people’s lives through campaigning and international
solidarity. Our mission is to conduct research and generate action to
prevent and end grave abuses of human rights and to demand
justice for those whose rights have been violated. Our members and
supporters exert influence on governments, political bodies,
companies and intergovernmental groups. Activists take up human
rights issues by mobilizing public pressure through mass
demonstrations, vigils and direct lobbying as well as online and offline
campaigning.
Working with and for individuals the world over, we campaign so that
every person may enjoy all of the human rights enshrined in the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
We undertake research and take action aimed at preventing and
ending grave abuses of these rights, demanding that all governments
and other powerful entities respect the rule of law. It means we
campaign globally and locally where ever we can make a
difference.
For example, we take action to:
v Stop violence against women
v Defend the rights and dignity of those trapped in poverty
v Abolish the death penalty
v Oppose torture and combat terror with justice
v Free prisoners of conscience
v Protect the rights of refugees and migrants
v Regulate the global arms trade
Campaigning can change people’s lives – of victims and survivors of
human rights abuses, of human rights activists and defenders and
even of the abusers.
We are independent of any government, political ideology, economic
interest or religion, democratic and self-governing.
We are financially self-sufficient, thanks to the generous support of
donations provided by individual members and supporters.
We do not support or oppose any government or political system and
neither do we necessarily support or oppose the views of the
victims/survivors or human rights defenders whose rights we seek to
protect.
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16. Men’s Group Meeting June 16th
A walk through the streets of the East End of
London in the footsteps of Jack the Ripper!
Arrive at Aldgate East tube station and take the
exit marked Whitechapel Art Gallery. We will
depart from outside the White Hart Pub at
6.00pm
Anyone arriving late can meet up with the group
at the Ten Bells Pub opposite Spitalfields
market in Commercial Street. The walk ends
near Aldgate tube station. So far I have not
been able to find a suitable place to eat so we
may not finish the evening with a meal.
Alistair
GOD'S LITTLE MOTH
God's little moth
Sitting on my wall
Hello !
Why have you come to call
God's little moth
Sitting on my wall
God's little moth
Now you're on the ceiling
Hello !
What are you feeling
God's little moth
On the ceiling
God's little moth
Flying round the light
Watch out !
You'll get a fright
God's little moth
Flying round the light
By James Wyatt.
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18. Father and Son
A teenage boy had just passed his driving test and asked his father
when they could discuss his use of the car.
His father said he’d make a deal with his son: “You bring your grades
up from a C to a B average, study your Bible, and get your hair cut.
Then we’ll talk about the car.”
The boy thought about that for a moment, decided he’d settle for the
offer, and they agreed on it.
After about six weeks his father said, “Son, you’ve brought your grades
up and I’ve observed that you have been studying your Bible, but I’m
disappointed you haven’t had your hair cut.”
The boy said, “You know, Dad, I’ve been
thinking about that, and I’ve noticed in my
studies of the Bible that Samson had long hair,
John the Baptist had long hair, Moses had
long hair and there’s even strong evidence
that Jesus had long hair.”
Father’s reply - You’re going to love this ...
“Did you also notice that they all walked everywhere they went?”
The way things once were
From The Nottinghamshire Almanac for June 1841.
GARDEN. - Top peas and beans to assist the filling of the pods. Plant
ont (Should be out) pumpkins and cucumbers on pits filled with
stable dung mixed with green nettles. Sow portions of
cauliflower, cabbage, turnip, also carrots, and onions to be
drawn young. Likewise pearl and Prussian blue peas for late
crops. At the end sow the principal crop of turnips.
Passages transcribed as shown Ed
This month’s extract brings to the fore some thoughts which I would like
to share - a challenge perhaps, based on some questions
1. Why were green nettles used as a fertilizer?
2. Are any of the vegetable varieties in existence. If so, then where
can seeds , or further information be obtained?
3. Does anyone have recipes which use these historic crops?
I will publish any answers in the next edition of Catalyst. There may be
a prize in the offing - for the winner drawn from the hat.
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19. ADVANCE NOTICE
Yes, that time of year is approaching - quickly too.
It’s the HOLIDAY Season
You are invited to enjoy
HAYES FREE CHURCH HOLIDAY FROM HOME
Monday 1st - Friday 5th August 2011
And evening of Saturday 6th August
This will be a week of enjoyable activities for the over 60's
A two course lunch will be served each day.
The week will end with
A Summer Extravaganza on the Saturday Evening
Tickets are: -
£20.00 for the week
or £5.00 per day.
The cost of the outing is still to be confirmed.
To avoid disappointment, book now.
Phone Sue on 020 8462 2212.
For the full programme
Pick up a leaflet from the back of the church.
Martin Luther says: Pray as if everything depends on God,
then work as if everything depends on you.
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If your day is hemmed with prayer, ..........
it is less likely to unravel.
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20. June 2011
1st Wed
2nd Thu
3rd Fri
4th Sat 9.00 a.m. - Prayer & Gift Day Page 10
10.30 a.m. - Morning Service - Allan Evison
5th Sun Then Fairtrade stall Page 9
12.30 p.m. - Lunch for those living alone Page 10
6.30 p.m. - Holy Communion - The Minister
6th Mon
7th Tue 10.00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting Page 3
2.00 p.m. - Women’s Fellowship Page 5
8th Wed 3.00 p.m. - Minister’s Surgery Page 10
9th Thu NOTE - Catalyst’s Press Date is this Sunday I.F.C.
10th Fri 2.00 p.m. - Mothers & Toddlers Page 4
11th Sat 10.00 a.m. - Women’s Contact Coffee Morning Page 6
10.30 a.m. - Parade / Church Anniversary - The Minister
12th Sun 6.30 p.m. - Evening Service, Rededication of Elders -
The Minister
13th Mon
Queen's Offical Birthday
14th Tue 10.00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting Page 3
2.00 p.m. - Women’s Fellowship Page 5
15th Wed The day of the Church Anniversary
16th Thu 6.00 p.m. - Men’s Group Pages 3 & 14
17th Fri 2.00 p.m. - Mothers & Toddlers Page 4
What's a rainbow?
An 8 year old asked what a rainbow was. When given the scientific
answer he said: “No, a rainbow is God standing on his head and
smiling after eating skittles."
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21. June 2011
18th Sat 3.00 pm - Cream Tea Page 11
7.00 p.m. - Hayes Philharmonic Choir Page 12
Fathers' Day
19th Sun 10.30 a.m. - Morning Service - Men’s Group
Then Fairtrade stall Page 9
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - The Minister
20th Mon
10.00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting Page 3
21st Tue 2.00 p.m. - Women’s Fellowship Page 5
8.00 p.m. - Elders’ Meeting Page 3
22nd Wed
23rd Thu
24th Fri 2.00 p.m. - Mothers & Toddlers Page 4
25th Sat
26th Sun 10.30 a.m. - Holy Communion - The Minister
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - Miss Linda Jennings
27th Mon
28th Tue 10.00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting Page 3
2.00 p.m. - Women’s Fellowship Page 5
29th Wed
30th Thu
July 2011
1st Fri 2.00 p.m. - Mothers & Toddlers Page 4
7.30 p.m. - First Impressions Page 6
2nd Sat All day - See notice under Saturday Fellowship Page 3
10.30 am - Morning Service - Major Cliff Kent
3rd Sun Then Fairtrade stall Page 9
6.30 p.m. - Evening Service - Mike Duke
Don’t tell your friends about your Indigestion:
‘How are you!’ Is a Greeting, not a Question.
Arthur Guiterman
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22. A final piece - for Peace of Mind - continued from last month
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Your Mobile Telephone
THIRD - Have you locked your keys in the car?
Does your car have remote keyless entry?
This may come in handy someday. Good reason to own a cell phone:
If you lock your keys in the car and the spare keys are at home, call
someone at home on their mobile phone from your cell phone.
Hold your cell phone about a foot from your car door and have the
person at your home press the unlock button, holding it near the
mobile phone on their end. Your car will unlock. Saves someone from
having to drive your keys to you.
Distance is no object. You could be thousands of miles away, and if
you can reach someone who has the other 'remote' for your car, you
can unlock the doors (or the boot).
Contributor’s Note:
I didn’t believe this when I heard about it! I rang my daughter in
Sydney from Perth when we went on holiday.
She had the spare car key. We tried it out and it unlocked our car
over a mobile phone!'
FOURTH - How to disable a STOLEN mobile phone?
To check your Mobile phone's serial number, key in the following digits
on your phone: * # 0 6 #
Ensure you put an asterisk BEFORE the #06# sequence.
A 15 digit code will appear on the screen. This number is unique to
your handset.
Write it down and keep it somewhere safe. If your phone ever gets
stolen, you can phone your service provider and give them this code.
They will then be able to block your handset so even if the thief
changes the SIM card, your phone will be totally useless.
You probably won't get your phone back, but at least you know that
whoever stole it can't use/sell it either.
If everybody did this, there would be no point in people stealing
mobile phones.
This secret is also in the fine print of most mobile phone manuals. It
was created for the very purpose of trying to prevent phones from
being stolen.
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Please pass this along to everyone.
This is the kind of information people don't mind receiving, so pass it on
to your family and friends.
That completes the series of articles. We hope they were of some use.
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23. CHURCH ORGANISATIONS
Day Organisation Contact Phone
Sunday
10.25 am Sunday Club Mike Duke 8462 5103
Weekdays
9.15 - 12.00 pm Pre School Group Jayne Carvell 07913 299773
Monday
2.30 & 7.30 pm West Wickham Carol Crouch 8462 3642
Arts Association
5.45 pm Brownies Sarah Humphrey 8249 9982
6.30 pm Cubs Brenda Petts 8325 3956
8.00 pm - 1st Women's Contact Sylvia Mack 8462 1938
Mon monthly Group
Tuesday
2.00 pm Women's Fellowship Jessie Martin 8462 5621
7.00 - 8.00 pm Weight Watchers Area Office 0845345 1500
7.15 pm Scouts Paul Hasling 3236 0083
Wednesday
5.00 pm Rainbows Tania Venables 8462 9759
6.00 pm Beavers Brenda Petts 8325 3956
6.30 pm Worship Group Bill Michie 8658 4167
6.45 pm Slimming World Val 0750 6015064
7.30 pm Explorers Katy Reeves 07779 039 295
Thursday
2.30 pm - See Justice & Peace David Stoner 8462 3023
Catalyst Group
5.30 pm Brownies Stevie Blair. 8325 3469
7.00 - 8.30 pm Senior Guides Kerry Sullivan 8777 3139
8.00 pm - 3rd Men's Group Bruce Tannock 8325 6264
Thu monthly
Friday
9.00 - 12.00 pm Coffee morning during term times
2.00 pm Mothers & Toddlers Judith Stoner 8462 3023
6.30 pm Guides Teresa Cheyne 8777 6042
7.30 pm Choir Martin Nunn 8462 5918
Saturday
2.30 pm Saturday Fellowship Martin Nunn 8462 5918
24. Final Thought
Memories
It’s the hug,
It’s the crazy joke,
It’s the warm hand,
It’s the fish and chips.
It’s the sudden laughter,
It’s the silent tears
It’s the high noon,
It’s the mobile phone.
It’s the broken bikes,
It’s the washing up,
It’s the school run,
It’s the touch of love.
It’s the dog’s lick,
It’s the loud music,
It’s the magic smiles
It’s the stupid dancing.
It’s the hidden pain,
It’s the long search,
It’s the truth-telling,
It’s the healing.
It’s the intimacy,
It’s the parting,
It’s the tears,
It’s the farewell.
It’s life,
It’s death,
It’s the Spirit
Of blessing. This year, the image which accompanies
Final Thought will be a visual variation of
It’s the God this scene. The idea is to challenge how
Of surprises we see things, and to help us appreci-
Met again ate how different people may actually
On the journey. see the world around them.
Editor