CLAYTON WEST
A warm welcome was given to Phoebe, her parents – Charlotte and Nicholas - her close family members, Charlie and Millie, in addition to other relatives and friends at her baptism at All Saints’ Church, which took place as part of Parish Communion last Sunday. Readings were prepared by Jonathan Newcombe and Gillian Hamer from Paul’s letter to the Colossians 1 (vv 24 – 28d) and the Gospel of Luke10 (vv 28 - end) respectively. The Rev Joy based her talk on “life being like a series of stepping stones in a river – those stones can be compared to people who help to guide others throughout their lives and who are certainly there to enable children to become full citizens of this world”. Prayers for the wider world were written and delivered by Wynn Leake. During the distribution of communion, the choir sang The Prayer of Richard of Chichester by Malcolm Archer, accompanied by Jonathan Newcombe. Wyn Leake and Jean Newby prepared and served refreshments to all after the service.
Sunday morning worship at the Methodist Church was led by Peter Holt, a local preacher and a member of the church. He talked about making space for God in our lives and setting aside time every day for prayer and Bible reading. Lively hymns from the Power Praise song sheet were enjoyed, and lessons were read by Fred Green and Jane Hobson, who also played the piano. Stewards were Betty Booth and Joan Bond. The gift of flowers for the communion table was from Rosalyn Beevers. After the service Lucie Froggatt served coffee and biscuits. The monthly coffee morning and homemade cake stall was held last Saturday, also Traidcraft and Bookstall were popular as were bacon sandwiches cooked and served by Lucie Froggatt. Proceeds were for church funds.
DENBY DALE
Robert Nuttall. led Monday evening’s Bible and Prayer Fellowship at Zion Wesleyan Reform Chapel, Denby Dale.The theme of the activities and stories at last week's Sunday school was Numbers in the Bible. Robert Nuttall was the preacher last Sunday evening when he spoke about the Christians needing to be totally committed to Jesus.The Bible readings were by Ruth Booth, Margaret Cocking and Cynthia Nuttall. Three new members were received into full membership of the church and the service concluded with the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. Steward was Carol Mosley.
Noah's Ark was the theme of Sunday morning's Sunday School. Robert Booth was the preacher on Sunday evening when he spoke about the church being a worshipping, serving and witnessing community. The pianist was Robert Nuttall.
EMLEY
On Saturday afternoon David George and Sarah Cuthill were married by the Rev Dr John Marsh at St Michael’s Church.
Worship for All was celebrated with a service of Holy Communion led by the Rev Christine Bullimore on Sunday morning. Rebecca Tullett read the Bible from Luke 10, about Mary and Martha and it was dramatised by Gill Marsh and Evelyn Barrow. In her talk Chris emphasised the need to listen to God, each other, and to rest. The theme was highlighted by symbols of stillness, using tea lights in glasses decorated by the children. Prayers were interspersed with singing Be Still For The Presence Of The Lord Is Moving In This Place. Refreshments were served. Later the Baptism of Callum James Millett, son of Robert and Catherine, was taken by the Rev Christine Bullimore. Evening Worship was held at 6pm.
KIRKBURTON
The priest in charge at All Hallows Parish Church, the Rev Geoff Clay, welcomed the worshippers when he led a service of Sung Eucharist last Sunday. The prayers of intercession were led by Mrs Theresa Quarmby and there were readings from the letter of St Paul to the Colossians and the Gospel according to St Luke. Mrs Jean Selby was pianist and Mr Clay guitarist to accompany The Servant Song: Brother, Sister Let Me Serve You. Mrs Jean Selby and Mrs Christine Rangely took up the chalice and paten and pastoral minister Mr Malcolm Tibbott and reader Mrs Janet Roberts assisted at the distribution. Mrs Rachel Atkinson and Mrs Gwen Lodge were sidesmen and took up the collection. Mrs Doreen Barraclough was organist. Refreshments were served after the service.
In the evening the Youth Group organised a meeting of their monthly service of cafe church, Synaxis, at the Hub. Over the next month, during the school holidays, the Sunday morning services will start at 11 o’clock.
Mrs Mary Slack welcomed members of the Burton Friendship Group when they held their weekly meeting at The Hub and then entertained them with a fascinating talk on everyday sayings and their origins. Mr Gerald Ibbertson won the raffle and tea was served by Mrs Hazel Ramsay.
LEPTON
LEPTON Townswomen's Guild held their monthly meeting in the Methodist Church. Mrs Hazel Wadsworth presided. The speaker was Mrs D Hepworth who gave a very interesting and humorous talk on Doughcraft. She also brought into the meeting a number of her creations. Mrs P Selway gave a vote of thanks. Mrs W Gill won the raffle.
SHELLEY
Members of Shelley Over 60s Club held their weekly meeting in the village hall last Thursday. The bingo line and the full house was won by Nellie Shaw. Ruth Sheffield had the first three numbers on one card and won £1. The whist high of 91 was won by Margaret Laycock and the low of 65 went to Gordon Burgin from seven tables. Members wished a Happy Birthday to Elaine Farrah and Marjorie Trotter. Raffle prizes were won by Edna Glover, Nancy Lear, David Matthews, Nellie Shaw and Jean Eskrett. On Tuesday July 27 members will be celebrating ‘Yorkshire Pudding Day’ with a lunch in the Village Hall at noon. Anyone wishing to attend should contact Ian Dyson.
SKELMANTHORPE
Alison Hoyland, of Barnsley, was the preacher at the Wesleyan Reform Chapel. She was introduced by Brian Hyde and the organist was John Orton.
On Sunday at Skelmanthorpe Methodist Church the service was conducted by Deacon Jane Paine, of Denby Dale, who presented a dramatised monologue based on the story of Martha and Mary. The children were included as they accompanied Stuart Merry and Christine Senior in the percussion group for a song. Christine was pianist.
On Monday evening the Skelmanthorpe Wives’ Group enjoyed an informal talk by police community support officers Richard Hobson and Bob Armitage, who spoke about the job of the PCSOs in the Skelmanthorpe area. There have been support officers in the Huddersfield area, and throughout Kirklees, since 2003. Statistics show that the number of crimes in the Skelmanthorpe area from January 1 to July 18 was only 38 and in the Denby Dale Council area – one crime per day. The biggest problem in the area is that of speeding cars. The priorities of the Pcsos are: tackling and reducing antisocial behaviour; the nuisance caused by speeding cars; vehicle crimes and criminal damage. The ladies were given a quiz to see how much information they knew about their local neighbourhood policing team. The whole point of the quiz was to raise awareness of the team and to provide good information. Richard and Bob gave the ladies help and advice on to how to keep safe. On display for the ladies to take away were key rings, fridge magnets, marker pens and leaflets. A vote of thanks was proposed by the hosts for the evening: Annette Taylor, Jennifer Brooks, and Edna Fisher who also provided a lovely supper afterwards. Jennifer gave a reading and Christine Senior played the piano for the hymn.
