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Focus on Pentecost and Renewal
May 2013
In today’s language we say their life choice
was for Christ and they all knew they were
never going to be the same again.
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So why the caution?
They waited for the gift of the Holy Spirit.
There had been the horror and fear of the
death of their friend and master but this was
replaced by the Easter joy and peace of
Christ’s resurrection.
Then came the ascension of the Lord.
They were
changed into men
who would launch themselves into this
mission activity with a passion and conviction
to convert the world.
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As our western culture drifts towards a
mishmash of apathy and spurious ethics and
self-centred fulfilment, it is only the gospel of
Christ that will bring fulfilment and fullness of
His love.
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tax collectors,
political activists
and the rest into
the energetic
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The power of the Holy Spirit
They still had to wait for the arrival of the
Holy Spirit and at Pentecost the waiting was
rewarded as the Holy Spirit was poured out
on them.
It may sound too easy but we have simply to
let the Spirit transform us, taking our faith
seriously, have the courage to speak out for
Christ, telling our own faith story to others.
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The Consecration took place in the University of the Free State, Bloemfontein.
Archbishop Thabo of Cape Town encouraged me to read out a letter from
Archbishop Sentamu and to bring greetings from the Blackburn Diocese. I also
shared the words from Joshua chapter 1: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be
terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever
you go.”
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May that spirit of loving service mark our
own diocese as we also look forward to
new beginnings this year.
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During the service for Father
Dintoe, the Archbishop prayed:
“Send down the Holy Spirit upon
Dintoe for the office and work of
Bishop Dintoe with his family, wife Zanele and a bishop in your church.”
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We saw the excellent project which we support as a diocese, the Mosamaria* Aids
Ministry. The statistics are impressive. Mosamaria looks after 650 orphan and
vulnerable children; monthly it counsels
and tests 3000 people and trains over 6500
people on ARV treatment. Behind the
statistics are leaders and young men and
women who don’t wear mitres but are
inspired by the Holy Spirit and equipped by
him for inspirational works of love and
mercy. We also visited Sunflower
Children's Hospice which provides care and
compassion for all children with lifethreatening and life-limiting conditions.
There are 22 beds for children who cannot
be cared for at home.
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It was a huge privilege to be
there with Jean, my wife; and
Canon John Hall and Mrs
Margaret Taylor. Canon Hall
preached at the service for the
Installation of the new Dean.
John is the Diocese Link Officer
for the Free State.
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Many things impressed me on our visit. The hospitality was generous and the
spontaneity in worship, especially in the townships, was a real joy. People were
very relaxed and unhurried. They seemed to value living in the moment.
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Please pray for Dintoe, his wife Zanele, and for Lazarus at the Cathedral. These two
men, alongside Bruce Harrison, the Diocesan Administrator, form a new leadership
team to serve the 129 congregations in the Free State Diocese.
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Most Bishops don’t suit this particular piece of headwear but that is not true for
Dintoe. It looked splendidly appropriate on this humble, reluctant bishop who has
responded to the call of God. He is more than ready to take on big responsibilities
in the strength of the spirit at work within him.
This is true in many ways but not least with the
Consecration and Enthronement of Father Dintoe
Stephen Letloenyane as the new Diocesan Bishop and Fr Lazarus Mohapi as the
new Rector and Dean of the Cathedral.
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The giving of the mitre is a symbol of a flame and is accompanied by the words:
“Receive this mitre, and in the strength of the Holy Spirit, lay hold on the crown of
ever-lasting life.”
As we prepare to welcome our next Bishop in
Blackburn Diocese, in our link Diocese of Free State
they are also welcoming a new dawn. Bishop Geoff
Pearson, Bishop of Lancaster, writes about the
consecration and enthronement of their new
Bishop, Dintoe Stephen, who visited Blackburn
Diocese in January and joined in our prayer service
for our own new Bishop while he was here.
In Free State in South Africa, the diocese has a title
for its annual budget, the most recent being ‘A
New Beginning’.
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In many years of parish and episcopal
ministry I know that this is the way that so
They knew what they had to do; to speak and many people through friends and family may
be brought to Christ.
to act so that all who would then hear from
It was not just these men alone; the women
Your personal, individual commitment will
we read of in the new testament also took up them would hear the wonderful news of
complement and encourage the growth
Jesus Christ.
this task.
strategy and the re-shaping of ministry for
You
and
I
are
empowered
by
the
same
Spirit
Even a former persecutor of the church so
mission within our diocese.
but unlike the Apostles too often you and I
dramatically changed that he took every
May God bless you in this Pentecost time as
opportunity to talk of Jesus and just wouldn’t are over-cautious.
you work for Him and the advancement of His
shut up!
Was it that they knew God’s love more than
kingdom.
we do? No!
Of course it was not just their words it was
Bishop John
the totality of their lives.
Were they more special than we are? Surely
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Bishop Geoff with a youngster at the
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Next Bishop: Reaction
Youth Chaplains
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Bishop
Nicholas has chosen a Christian Aid-sponsored project in Guatemala and a Mothers' Union-sponsored project in Uganda for his Harvest
AppealHarvest
this year.
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designed to help people who are among the poorest to grow more and better food for their families
The 2012 Bishop’s
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and communities, in harsh conditions.
has raised £24,782.
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the diocese
since the record
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more sustainable?
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all Church of England
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Christian Aid produce
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The new
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Rural and Environmental Project Officer.
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techniques to local families.
eco-centres, Transition City Lancaster and Caring for
Lancashire
God's Acre.
The Woodland Trust is offering community groups,
youth groups, schools and educational
We also exchanged ideas on what a eco-church might do in a range of different areas: worship,
establishments the
chancePLACES
to apply for packs of free
education, church property, church finances, church land, community engagement, overseas
PEOPLE
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trees for delivery in November 2013. Further
concerns and personal lifestyle. Joe Wilson from BBC Radio Lancashire was also on hand to
information on the Woodland Trust website or
interview speakers and explore issues for his Sunday show.
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Emails flooded in from across the region and beyond.
Many featured in last month’s edition of The See and they have
continued to come in since then, including this message from the Rev
David Gibb of St Andrews in Leyland:
The announcement also featured heavily across social media, including
many tweets on Twitter!
Significantly BOTH of Lancashire’s regional daily papers devoted their
entire editorial columns on the day after the announcement to the news
of Julian’s appointment.
The Lancashire Telegraph said: “The Venerable Julian Henderson
chose his appointment to be announced as he visited Blackburn’s
Foodbank as a way of showing his commitment to tackling poverty and
deprivation in the area.
“And he also wanted to work with
everyone from all our communities no
matter what their religion.
The Lancashire Evening Post editorial
included the following: “Yesterday
marked an important day … with the
formal announcement of The Venerable
Julian Henderson as the new Bishop of
Blackburn.
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 The Revd Nigel Simpson, currently Rector of
Ribbleton has been appointed as Chaplain to the
Greater Lisbon Chaplaincy in Portugal. His ministry
there will begin in May.
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Situations vacant or wanted
St Andrew’s Church in Leyland is an Anglican
evangelical church with four active congregations of
over 500, seeking to reach out to our community with
Jesus, build up the church family in Jesus, and to send
on equipped disciples into our world for Jesus. As
Operations Director on a salary of £30k you will be a
member of the Leadership Team. For further
 Mrs Sue Champness has been appointed as Acting
Warden of Readers until a new Warden is appointed.
 The Revd Canon Brenda Harding has retired as
Associate Priest of Christ Church, Lancaster, where
she has served since her ordination in 1992. Brenda
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information please contact Carl Fisher at:
operationsmanager@standrewsleyland.org.uk.
Closing Date for Applications: April 28.
Freelance organist available for Sunday and weekday
services, funerals, memorial services and weddings. All
Blackburn Diocese area covered. Contact Mr Roger V.
Britnell on 07901 865 238 for fees and bookings.
Organist and choir trainer required at Holy Trinity
Hoghton. We have a well established, friendly, fourpart village robed choir of about 15 people who are
dedicated and enjoy singing. We have one Sunday
morning service and a few other services according to
the church's year. There is one choir practice per
week. On average there are six weddings and six
funerals per year. Remuneration and fees are paid
within the RSCM guidelines, with whom we are
affiliated. For more information contact Elisabeth
Sawle on 01772 821213 or eandnsawle@talktalk.net
Organist wanted: St Anne’s Church, Fence-in-Pendle
has an immediate vacancy for an experienced
choirmaster and organist. Contact Dr Paul Wright,
Churchwarden, for more details or direct with your CV.
His address is Myrtle Grove, Wheatley Lane Road,
Fence, BB12 9EA. Email pnhwright@hotmail.com
Phone 01282 691650.
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one of the first women pilots and a raffle. Please come
along, the doors open at 11am
Come to visit the enchanted wood at Scorton St
Peter's incorporated into the village’s bikes and
barrows festival. There will be floral displays, arts and
crafts and much more. The event is on from May 4 – 6
with family communion on May 5th at 11am. Further
information 01524 791147.
On Friday June 7 at St John’s Church Worsthorne,
Stacksteads Brass Band and the Choir of St. John’s are
presenting a magical evening to remember with music
and songs to suit all tastes. All proceeds will go
towards church funds. Reserved seating by ticket
£6.50 from Jim Leaver on 01282 431296 or
07880977866.
The parishes of St Laurence's and St Peter's in Chorley
are holding a joint mission from May 13-19. There will
be 15 brothers and sisters from the Solomon
Islands staying in the parishes. They have put together
a programme to involve all ages and they have
invited all the churches in Chorley to come along and
be involved. They plan to end the week weather
permitting with a picnic lunch followed by an open air
Eucharist in the afternoon at St Michael's school
celebrated by Bishop John. All the
Christian denominations have been invited to
celebrate the Eucharist with them. More information
from Rev. Janet Taylor on curatejanet@gmail.com
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Saturday May 25th. You will also be able to see a
small exhibition in the church. Entitled ‘bible botany’ it
is the result of a collaboration between members of
the congregation and children of the village school.
Refreshments will be served.
The first of the summer ‘Prom’ concerts will take
place at St Paul's Church Marton Blackpool on Sunday
May 19th at 7.30 pm. Tickets will be £6 for adults,
accompanied children free. The programme will
include music from operas and musicals from the
19th century through to the present day and will be
performed by the Michael Hall adult choir and
soloists. There will be a bar and refreshments. Further
details from Pauline Wilson 01253 767863 or the
church office 01253 692047.
Midge Hall Church May concert will be on Monday
May 27 at 7.30pm at Midge Hall Methodist Church
near Leyland. The guest player is a top UK musician
from Surrey, Mr Chris Stanbury. The proceeds of the
evening will be donated to North West Air Ambulance.
Tickets are £5 available from Cathy on 01772 433509.
Raffle and homemade refreshments in the interval.
A Preaching Seminar with Professor David Wilkinson
of the University of Durham will be held at Blackburn
Cathedral on Sunday June 23 from 2 to 3.30pm. A fine
preacher, David Wilkinson has much experience in the
field of Christian communication and in helping others
in the development of their preaching. If you are
interested, please contact Canon Ian Stockton at
Ian.Stockton@blackburncathedral.co.uk
St Leonard's Church, Walton-le-Dale, Preston is
holding its annual Open Week from 17 June to 21.
June 2013. There will be a spectacular display of over
200 Hobby Horses all individually decorated and
stabled throughout the church; various stalls, a
display of handmade quilts, a cafe offering light
refreshments, a cheese and wine evening, a talk from
The Venerable Julian Henderson
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Blackburn, the Very Rev.
Christopher Armstrong, outside
Blackburn Cathedral on the day of
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will be a positive force for Lancashire
“We had been told the people of Lancashire are very welcoming to when he is ordained later on this year
newcomers and we are now beginning to experience this at first
and we look forward to welcoming the
hand! We are sorry not to be able to respond more personally to all Archdeacon and his wife Heather.”
the messages we have received, but hope you will understand.
Both editorials can be read in full on the
“We look forward to meeting you and working with you in due
Diocese website.
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Henderson has responded saying: “My wife Heather and I would
like to thank everyone who has sent greetings to us following the
news of my forthcoming election as the next Bishop of Blackburn.
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website, where you will also find further information about our next
Bishop and the original press release about his appointment.
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together with him to reach many thousands for Christ!”
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“I'm also thrilled that Julian, who is in favour of women's ordination, is
keen for our Diocese to model to the rest of the Church of England how
we might agree on the essentials of the Gospel but be generous to one
another on the women's issue - that, to me, speaks volumes!
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Rev Gibb said: “I thank God for guiding the Vacancy in See committee
to a man who is passionate about Christ, has a love for those who are
unreached, a desire to see people brought to faith, and has lots of
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generated more than 50 separate pieces of coverage in print, on radio,
television and online; locally in Lancashire; regionally in the North West
and nationally in papers such as the Church Times.
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Response to our announcement last month that the Archdeacon of
Dorking is to be our next Bishop of Blackburn has been immediate and
welcoming, writes Ronnie Semley, Blackburn Diocese Communications
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 The Revd Philippa Shooter will resign from her post 'It's
very not what you expect from
Saviour
as House for Duty Associate Priest of Coppull and stereotype images of homeless people,' said the
 Christine
Morton; Marton St Paul
Coppull St John on 23 June. Philippa and Robert will
co-ordinator,
Sue
Fearnley.
be retiring to East Yorkshire.
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Murnane;
Accrington
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Bishop Nicholas shared a brilliant illustration of unfulfilled
ambition? To
how following Jesus makes a person walk
differently by asking our head teacher to walk in become a Blue
flippers during a service. My main focus in
Peter presenter
school is to walk differently - sharing and
This month: Andrea Jackson, Youth Worker/
showing the gospel: God’s amazing gift of love I like … Ice-cream
Chaplain at St Michael's Church of England
and forgiveness through Jesus death and
and singing
High School, Chorley.
resurrection and encouraging others to do the
I dislike ... Scary
same. The majority of my role is pastoral and I
movies and
am always happy to listen to others in our
A youth worker’s boot is where the vital
school community as they navigate life’s
camping
equipment for various activities often
challenges.
Favourite encouraging/challenging
languishes until the car is cleaned (approx once
Chocolate covered swimming goggles,
per year) or sold. By looking inside my boot I
quote ... “Trust in the Lord with all your heart
think you perfume, a deerstalker hat and a dancing
and lean not on your own understanding. In
chicken.
will get a
all your ways submit to him and he will make
Leading collective worship is a key part of my
pretty
your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
role and I have the privilege of doing this both
good
at St Michael’s and at local primary schools.
idea of
services (e.g. Lent Lunches).
what I do I enjoy the challenge of presenting the gospel
the
in my
in different ways sometimes with unusual visual Recently, a group of pupils shared their
Fairtrade
presentation
with local church
role as
illustrations!
congregations. O F B L A C K B U R N
the
Christian Stage blocks, French sticks, plaster of
I also support Diocesan November
events such2011
as the
Paris, sand and snow boots
Youth
‘Messy Church’ afternoon held earlier in the
I also work with local parishes to encourage
Worker
yearMARK
and various
residentials.
EXPERIENCE
AND ENCOURAGEMENT
ARCHBISHOP'S
VISIT
young people to take an active role in the
at St
So
every
trip
to
load
or
unload
my
car
is
a
Michael’s
worshipping of
lifeYork
of their
The Archbishop
ledchurches.
a standing-room
how they
Some of the children from St Michael’s
reminder of the amazing opportunities I have,
Church
only
Cathedral
congregation
to
re-affirm
survive.'
Clergy
and
church
members
visit
schools
to
taking part in one of Andrea’s fun
working
of
their Christian
foundations
in aand
eucharist
of
She
paid with schools and churches to share
support Collective
Worship
communion
activity sessions
and show
England
encouragement that formed the highlight of
tribute
to my faith!
the support
his two day visit to Lancashire.
of local
At the Archbishop's prompting the huge
churches,
congregation repeated after him an essential
Thanks to the churches who entered The Real Easter Egg contest in the February edition.
for a
creed about God's presence and power:
scheme
The winning church which received 10 eggs was'Because
St James’we
in Blackburn.
share his life; we know his name;
always
we
have
his
word;
we
share
his
glory'.
They were given out at a new community initiative, launched to coincide with Easter, called the Aabrahami
welcoming
'What an amazing and exciting prospect,'
Café.
new help
said Dr John Sentamu. 'Go and do it- and if you
helpers to fulfil its work on an annual
The cafe had a great start with over 50 people enjoying
at affordable
prices - said
and the
really
forget it,great
I'll befood
back!'
The Archbishop
he familiesand
budget of only £8,000.
appreciated the atmosphere and the variety ofwanted
games on
tooffer.
encourage Lancashire's Anglicans ' to
The Archbishop was given a lollipop by the
be like
Lord'.
'His word is
true;
his Son is
The Easter eggs were given as prizes to the families
andour
they
all participated
with
enthusiasm!
Islamic Society, some tactical advice from the
truth; and his Spirit is the truth,' the congregation
Chef Richard Hartley commented: “It was greatresponded.
to see so many smiling faces and the church being used for
the
Basketball
Society and some inspiration from
the
Chaplaincy stall as he toured the Freshers'
benefit of the community.”
Dr Sentamu, swaddled in a warm black cap
Children enjoying the food at the café.
Fayre
and a for
cloak,
his
visit at
St Peter's,
One father from a local family said: “It was enjoyable
the began
children;
a good
community
get together and
a at Lancaster University. 'Is that Desmond
Tutu?' one new student asked. 'No idea,' said
Heysham. Battered by a gale sweeping the
good time!”
his friend.
historic headland at St Patrick's Chapel, he
The teenagers from St James' enjoyed waiting at
tables
and
they
were
complimented
on
their
friendly
and
efficient
He wasservice.
also briefed on student spirituality
faced a Power Station one way, and a church
by the Christian Union, moored next to the Boat
consecrated
in 967 the other.
Thanks to Derek Hartley for the report from
St James' Church.
Club and across the aisle from the Belly
Bishops Nicholas and Geoff joined him and
Dancing Society, and faced an array of
local clergy to pray before the altar about the
questions, ranging from the impact of atheism to
visit and the local community. Local children
the Church's political response, and from
(pictured) also briefed him, and read prayers
tradition versus modernity to women bishops
they
had
written.
June at
3pm by Bishop
Stuart
Tomlinson
was made an Honorary Canon of Blackburn Cathedral Ordinations
during
a question
and John:
answer
session
in the
At Lancaster Priory the Archbishop learned
in 2005 and became Canon Emeritus in 2010. She
This year a total of nine candidates will be ordained Chaplaincy.

At Clitheroe St Mary Magdalene on 29 June at 7pm
of
an
even
older
Christian
pedigree,
shown
by
a
was a long serving tutor with CBDTI, and its acting
by Bishop John in the Cathedral on Saturday 29 June. byThe
Archbishop
continued
his visit
by
Bishop
Geoff: Catherine
Braithwaite,
Christopher
second-century Roman lamp with a Christian
Vice-Principal from 2004-2005 She was Acting
meeting
Blackburn
Street
Pastors
and
hearing
They
will
serve
their
titles
in
the
following
parishes
Coupe,
Andrew
Whitehead
Diocesan Director of Ministry from 2006-2008. symbol. Matching an I-phone to a computer
about mission initiatives at Buckshaw Village,
code, he launched a 21st century guide. The
 At Blackburn Christ Church with St Matthew on 30
Bishop John has given Brenda Permission to Officiate  Jane Atkinson; Kirkham St Michael
learning of Lancashire's industrial situation at
Archbishop, an organist’s son, was told how the
June at 12 noon by Bishop John: Damian Platt, Paul
in the Diocese.

Calum Crombie; Leyland St Ambrose
BAE
Systems, celebrating 200 years of Church
Priory’s music programme was building new
Bye during a Cathedral 'Praise Party' with
schools

James
Gwyn-Thomas;
Leyland
St
Andrew
bridges
to
the
community.
 The Revd Michael Roberts will retire on 10 May.
 At Lancaster
St Thomas
on 30
June
at 3.00pm
by
children
and young
people,
and
meeting
faith
Ordained in 1974 in the Diocese of Liverpool he
After
a briefing
about
the homeless
situation
 Stephen
Haskett;
Anchorsholme
All Saints
and
political
leaders
Burnley
Faith
Centre
Bishop
Geoff:
RebeccaatCrowe,
Craig
Abbott,
Lindaat
became Vicar of Fazakerley St Nathaniel in 1980. In
in Lancaster, the Archbishop had lunch at Christ
Hall, Sharon
Preston.
Tomkinson,
Wilkinson
 Michael Kirby; Blackburn St Mary the Virgin w St County
1987 he became Vicar of Chirk in St Asaph’s and inChurch, which has been running a night shelter
The
Archbishop
survived
a 'punishing'
Paul (Cathedral)

At
Standish
St
Wilfrid
on 30 June
at 7.00pm by
2001 came to this Diocese as Vicar of Cockerham, between October and Easter for the last 20
programme,
Nicholas,
and his
visit
Bishop Geoff:said
TimBishop
Brampton,
David Gerrard,
John
Judith Kirkham;
Waterside bereavement
Parishes and Stalmine
years. Clients,
some suffering
or
Winmarleigh and Glasson. He has also written in the
had
been anTracy
encouragement
to the whole
Mountain,
Swindells
family
breakdown
are
given
basic
food
and
with
Pilling
field of science and religion.
Diocese.
shelter.
In this issue and during 2013 we are giving
each of them a chance to tell us more about
their work and the way in which they make a
difference to the lives of young people in
Lancashire.