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St Georges Church Guide 11/12
Transcript of Church Guide 2011/12
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SHARING LIFE LOVING LEEDS
Index Page
Welcome 3
Get Connected 4
Networks 5-11
Gospel Events 12-13
Sunday Services 14
Special Occasions & Pastoral Care 15
Discipleship 16-17
Get Involved 18-19
Leeds and Beyond 20
Global Mission 21
Mission Partners 22
Israel / Palestine Focus 23
Activities 24-25
Who’s who 26-29
Church Centre 30
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Welcome to our church family, and to the St George’s Annual Guide! We want to help everyone get connected, so that we all feel we belong. The first connection to make is with Jesus himself, so if you are asking questions about God and your direction in life, then the best place to start is with Alpha. If you want to find a place in the St George’s family, then join a Network and a Small Group- this is where we Share Life- developing honest relationships and sharing the life and love of God together. This year we are encouraging EVERYONE to join a Network; so, now is an exciting time to be joining St George’s! This Guide (and the Foyer) tells you what Networks are available, and how to join one. The Sunday programme which lists all this term’s services is in the Church foyer. I hope you will soon feel a part of our family, and that together we can Share Life and Love Leeds- making a real difference in our city.
Jonathan Clark Rector
welcome
Jonathan Clark
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St George’s is a large Church. How can I get involved?
Welcome card The easiest way to connect is to fill out a welcome card. Welcome packs and cards are available at the back of church on the welcome desk. If you have any questions about St G’s you can email [email protected] or use the contact details at the back of this guide (page 26-29).
The Alpha Course Twice a year we run the Alpha Course, an introduction to the Christian faith (see page 13). Many people nationwide have found this an enjoyable and life-changing way to explore Christianity. It’s also a great way to get to know St George’s more and find your place.
Networks Networks exist to help us Share Life and Love Leeds. Joining a Network will help you get to know a group of people better and be an active part of our church. Networks also include small groups where people meet to study the Bible, pray and support each other. Details of our Networks are on pages 6-11. You can get to know a Network by popping along to an event and then talking to the leader about joining. For more details about Networks contact [email protected] or contact a Network leader directly.
Get Connected
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Get involved A great way to feel at home in St George’s is to serve on one of our teams (see page 18-19). Find something that you’re passionate about, or where you’d like to learn more, then get in touch with the ministry leader.
What is a Network?
...A place to belong Networks are the gatherings that enable you to get to know people and where you can find your place within the larger family of St George’s. Each Network has some connecting factor that links people together whether it’s the area within which people live, the language they speak, the life stage they’re at or the sport they enjoy! ...A place to share life Each Network seeks to provide opportunities to gather and enjoy fellowship together. They meet at different times and in different places depending upon the group. ...A place of mission Each Network seeks to Love Leeds in the particular way that God has called them to, and to be a welcoming place in which to invite others who don’t know Christ.
Small Groups Within each Network there are a number of Small Groups that meet weekly to share life and grow as disciples together. These groups provide the opportunity to study God’s word together, to pray for one another and to share honestly with one another the challenges and encouragements that living day by day as children of God brings. Going along to a Network event gives you the opportunity to meet a number of Small Groups and work out which might be the best one for you. Joanna Pearson is Associate Rector and heads up all of our work with Small Groups and Networks.
Get Connected
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Networks TAKE OFF
Meeting under the flight path of the airport we are a fun loving group who
enjoy spending time together and encouraging one another to rise to the
heights in our life with God. Contact: David and Judith Jackson
HOLT PARK & HEADINGLEY We are a really diverse group with people of a
variety of ages, outlooks and experiences who are united together by our passion for God
(and food!) Contact: Peter and Christine Shepherd
WEST PARK WANDERERS With cinema trips, BBQs, walks and lots of laughter we are a group who are excited about building community in a way that enables us to share life with one another and with those who God calls us to share his love with, with lots of space to wonder about the big questions of life along the way. Contact: Joanna Pearson
HORSFORTH We meet termly for bring and share lunches at church or in someone’s home. It’s a great opportunity to meet more people at St George’s and share with other Small Groups. The lunches are always lively with lots of chat and children enlivening the proceedings. Contact: Jo Sarkar
SOUTH LEEDS We are a Network who gather on the south side of the city. Whether you’re just exploring your faith or wanting to go deeper with God, there’s a group for you. We’re good at supporting one another both in practical ways and through studying the bible together, seeking all the time to encourage one another in our walk with God. Contact: Fiona Jarrett
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ROUNDHAY A Network made up of a number of Small Groups who all meet in the Roundhay and Moortown area. We gather together to share fellowship, meet new people and work out together how to serve God in this area of Leeds and beyond. Contact: [email protected]
EYES OPEN A Network of young adults meeting in the Church, seeking to work out how to live for God in every area of our lives, especially in the world of work, relationships, and the culture of the 21st century. Contact: Dave Sankey
COMMUNITY CHURCH A Network that seeks to serve the local
community in the Parish. Pancake parties, carol singing, delivering cream
teas and sharing in picnic in the park have all helped us to share life with one
another and the people around us. Contact: Ann McKenna-Page
CONNECTIONS Made up of several Small Groups who meet
in and around the city centre. We aim to grow in faith and understanding whilst
getting to know and encourage each other through social events, serving the church
together and supporting each other wherever God has called us.
Contact: Tom and Kat Pettinger
BEESTON & BEYOND A group that gathers to share life and grow as disciples of Christ. We welcome people of every age and every nation and value the perspectives that sharing with such a diverse group of people brings. Contact: Grace Daniell
Networks
SOUTH LEEDS We are a Network who gather on the south side of the city. Whether you’re just exploring your faith or wanting to go deeper with God, there’s a group for you. We’re good at supporting one another both in practical ways and through studying the bible together, seeking all the time to encourage one another in our walk with God. Contact: Fiona Jarrett
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Networks
0-11s EXPLORERS
Explorers are the children aged 0-11, and parents and carers in the family of St George’s. We hunt for God’s treasure each week, to enjoy, remember and give it away! On Sundays we love to tell God’s story from the Bible and share our own on the ‘hot seat’. We are learning that one of the ways to show our love for Jesus is to give generously to people who have little, so they can feel just how much Jesus cares for them. On Tuesday mornings at Play and Pray our 0-5s have lots of fun with messy play and singing songs while parents have time to relax, join in and meet other parents over coffee and cakes. Watch out for Holiday Club this Easter 3-5 April 2012!
Sunday Explorers meet from 10.20am in the Church Centre. Tuesdays Play & Pray meet from 9.30am in the Church Centre Contact: [email protected] (0-11s) [email protected] (0-5s) If you are interested in getting involved with our 0-11s team see Page 18
FARSI GROUP
By God’s grace St George’s has a thriving group of Farsi speakers. On Wednesday evenings (5.30-8pm, Church Centre) we meet together to share in worship, teaching and prayer, and sometimes we have a meal. There are separate activities for children. On Sunday afternoons we have a more focused, in-depth Bible study. Some of us also try to attend one of the Sunday English services, even if we don’t yet have good English, and to take part in other church activities such as serving coffee after the Sunday services. Contact: [email protected] If you are interested in getting involved with our Farsi team see Page 19
فارسی FARSI
“My Network keeps me in the loop”
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11-18s ROOTS
We're so excited to see what God is going to do with us this year - come and be a part of our community of teenagers who love God, love each other, and love the world - you need to be 11-18 years old..and that's about it. Come to make friends, explore and deepen faith, ask questions about life the world the universe - come as you are...and there's always toast, fun and games to be had! Do contact us for any further information, and look out for flyers about upcoming events. Friday Roots meets in the Church Centre, 7-9pm weekly in term time Sunday Roots cells meet for yr 7-9 at the morning service, older cells meet in the week Monday Drop-in Youth club (literally - to 'drop-in on') meets every week 4-6 at Park Dale Hall Contact: [email protected]
I come to drop in because it's a great place to meet new people and have a good time. I usually have nothing to do on Monday, but now drop in always makes my Monday slot better. You have a great time with no arguments and meet lots of new people - Liam Turner
Drop in is a good way to keep us entertained because it's a way to interact with friends, and have a good time - Connor Turner This is a ‘sick’ place to
come and chill with my mate and play pool and relax, I wont go any where else - Liam Wilkins
ROOTS DIARY
Cell Groups Start 4 Sept
Friday Night Roots Starts
9 Sept
GLO 29 Oct
Youth Weekend Away
18-20 Nov
Roots Christmas Party 16 Dec
Cell Groups Finish
18 Dec
Easter Eve 7 April
Networks
If you are interested in getting involved with our 11-18s team see Page 19
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Networks
WEDNESDAY FELLOWSHIP
Over 60s - Wednesday Fellowship We are a Network of over 60s who meet monthly for teaching, fellowship and to share a meal and Holy Communion. Over the year we have outings and parties. If you are over 60 we welcome you to join us.
3rd Wednesday of each month (except August): 12 noon, in the Church Centre. Contact: Cilbie Appleyard - 0113 268 4487
Families/Parents - Outnumbered Outnumbered is a new Network to help people make connections, especially young families. A few of us are beginning to gather around food and conversations. We plan on visiting parks, mixing together, helping to support one another and inviting others to join in. Some of us are interested in working out what it means to be a Christian parent. Some of us just like it when different generations mix. Get in touch if you’re interested to find out more. Contact: Mark & Ailsa Powley [email protected]
OUTNUMBERED
“Our Network feels like our extended family.”
“I still feel I belong somewhere even though I don’t come to Small Group meetings at present.”
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50+
Networks
BREATHE* WEEKEND AWAY
27-29 January 2012
SUMMER BALL Summer Term 2012
50+ A group that provides opportunities to interact socially with church members and others over 50. We are also seeking ways together to contribute to the life of St George’s. Future events coming up include a concert trip, a visit to Chatsworth and many other possibilities. Contact: [email protected]
Students - Breathe* Breathe* is the student ministry at St George’s. We are a Network of around 100 students who attend church on Sundays and meet every Thursday night for worship, fellowship and teaching, and also throughout the year for a weekend away and other social events. Breathe* aims to offer a means for students to meet and disciple one another whilst also growing in their faith, gifting and love for Jesus. We’d love for our students to be mentored and supported by members of the wider church, so we’re always looking for people to get involved in mentoring and serving on our leadership team (See Page 19). We’re also really excited to welcome Dan Tyler as Student Pastor this year and look forward to seeing where God’s going to take us! Thursday Breathe main meeting from 7.30pm in the Church Centre. Sunday Breathe meet for Student Teas in term time an hour before the evening service in the Church Centre. Contact: [email protected] If you are interested in getting involved with our student team see Page 19
“It is a great way to get to know new people but in manageable bites.”
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Each year we host several events which set out the Christian message in a way that is easy to invite others along to. Contemporary Carols Contemporary Carols will take place on 27 November at 10.30am, 5 and 7.30pm in church. This event combines contemporary live music with new versions of carols and an accessible presentation of Christianity. Carols by Candlelight The Carols by Candlelight service, featuring the St George’s Worship Ministry Choir, takes place on 18 December at 5 and 7.30pm. Expect traditional carols and a fantastic Christmas atmosphere. A chance to sing those descants and hear a Christmas message.
The Gospel According to... Feb 4 & 5 (details TBC) Last year nearly a thousand people came to The Gospel According to Coldplay to hear more about the connections between faith and music. Watch out for details of the 2012 event, scheduled for 4 & 5 February. Last year guests watched live performances of Coldplay songs, over a drink and snacks, with informal chats during the interval to question the Gospel.
Gospel Events
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THE MEANING OF LIFE IS _ _ _ _ _
Alpha offers an exciting opportunity for people to explore what Christianity is all about. Who is this person Jesus? Did he really rise from the dead? What difference does it make to me if he did?
We share a simple meal together, enjoy getting to know new people, hear a talk about some aspect of faith and then have the opportunity to ask any question we like. The setting is informal and relaxed and is open to anyone.
There will be two launch events, one on Wednesday 5 October, and the other on Monday 10 October. The course begins on Wednesday 12 October and runs for ten weeks. You can book places for you and your friends by contacting the Church Office, picking up a registration form in the foyer or via the website: www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/alpha
The ALPHA Course
10 weeks Wed 12 Oct, 7pm,
Church Centre Alpha Weekend 12-13 November
Mums’ ALPHA Course Feb 2012
Fridays 9.30-11am
The ALPHA COURSE 8 weeks
Wed 8 Feb, 7pm Church Centre
10 OCTOBER SPORTS ALPHA LAUNCH. Headingley Carnegie Stadium, 7.30pm THE FINAL SCORE Sports Quiz Prizes & Guest Speaker. Inc. Cocktail Sandwiches and Tea & Coffee Tickets £7.50 from: [email protected]
February 2012 An new Alpha course starts for Mums.
Friday mornings 9.30am -11am. For more information contact: Li-
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SUNDAY SERVICES
Sunday services are a focal point of life at St George’s when we meet together to meet with God. Pick up a Term Programme in the foyer for a detailed outline of this term’s services.
10.30am An informal service of worship, Bible teaching and prayer ministry for all ages. Communion is celebrated once a month. Coffee and refreshments are served in the Community Room at the end of the service. Explorers, for children aged 0-11 , begins at 10.20am in the Church Centre, see page 8 for more details. Some Roots cells, for young people aged 11-14, also meet during the morning service, see page 9 for more details. Look out for In Church First services (ICF) when the children will be joining the adults at the start of the service before leaving to go to their groups, and Pick & Mix services which occur about every two months and are a great opportunity for the whole church family to come together for worship and activities across the age range (both detailed on the Term Programme).
5pm & 7.30pm The two evening services will start again on September 25 2011. They are informal services of worship, Bible teaching and prayer ministry. Communion is celebrated once a month. Coffee and refreshments are served in the Community Room in between the two services. These services adopt a more contemporary style of worship and the 7.30pm service has a slightly longer period of prayer and ministry at the end of the service.
6.30pm, Summer Evening Services Over the summer the two evening services come together to meet at 6.30pm.
Loop System Turn your hearing aid to the ‘T’ position and sit in the central seating area to access our loop system on Sundays.
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SPECIAL OCCASIONS & PASTORAL CARE
Weddings For information on getting married at
St George’s and details of our marriage preparation courses contact: Ja-
Marriage A strong, loving and lifelong relationship takes effort and dedication. Each year we run a marriage course to help couples grow closer and build healthy relationships. We have hosted a Valentine’s Day Marriage Celebration, a chance for all married or engaged couples to join us for an evening of fun, top-tips, and dinner to celebrate marriage.
For more information contact [email protected]
For us at St George’s, sharing life includes sharing the love of God in many different ways. We seek to care for one another by listening, offering hospitality, praying with one another, serving, challenging, blessing, forgiving, and offering practical help.
Networks provide the setting in which we build friendships and share life together. But we recognise that there are times when we need additional pastoral care to cope with the challenges that life throws at us; whether that is a visit at home or in hospital, the opportunity to talk and pray with someone, practical help or longer term counselling. We encourage you to ask for support or to get someone to ask on your behalf. Contact your Network
leader or the Pastoral Team: [email protected]
Joanna Pearson: Overseer of Pastoral Care Alan Spicer: Pastoral Team Leader
Janet Gibson: Pastoral Team Administrator
Alan & Lindy Spicer
Baptisms and Confirmations Three times a year we have the
opportunity for people to be baptised by full immersion.
Then in May we have a confirmation service when those wanting to confirm
their baptismal vows can make this public declaration.
If you are interested in being baptised or confirmed please contact:
Also contact Janet if you are interested in a baptism or thanksgiving for your child.
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WALK We want to be a community that reads and lives God’s word together. Every day WALK provides a Bible passage and a reflection from
a member of St George’s. You can find this online at www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/dailybiblereadings – (why not set this as your homepage to remind you?). Printed guides are also available at the back of church.
6:45am LEADERSHIP COURSE Are you up for the challenge of leadership? Are you already leading at home, at work, or in church? Is God calling you to lead a Network or Small Group? Whether you have been leading for years or are just wanting to explore what Christian leadership looks like, this is a great opportunity to look further at what leadership means and how we grow as leaders shaped by Christ. The course begins on 2 November, runs
for 6 weeks until 7 December starting at 6.45am (yes am – this is not for the faint hearted!) and finished by 8am. There will be coffee and croissants provided to help you make it through! To register, contact [email protected]
INTERNSHIP The St George’s internship is an 11-month programme that equips young adults for life, work and leadership. This year, alongside 10 interns of our own, we are working in partnership with St James’ Woodside, Christ Church Armley, Holy Trinity Meanwood and Spacious Places drug rehab project.
For more details check out the website www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/internship or contact [email protected]
DISCIPLESHIP
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School of Theology Our 2011-12 Bible Track consists of eight Saturday sessions, open to all. We will be joined by excellent teachers from around the country for a tour of the Bible. Each morning includes coffee and pastries, worship, clear teaching and an opportunity to discuss its application to life. St George’s Church Centre (except 1st Oct) 9:30-1pm £10 (£5 conc.) Refreshments provided Bible Track Pass: all 8 sessions £50 (£25 conc.)
For more information contact [email protected] or visit : www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/SOT
1 Oct (in church)
Genesis Walter Moberly Walter Moberly is Professor of Biblical Theology at Durham University.
22 Oct History Richard Briggs Richard Briggs is Director of Biblical Studies and Hermeneutics at Cranmer Hall, Durham.
19 Nov Wisdom Graham Tomlin (video)
Graham Tomlin is Dean of St. Mellitus College, London.
25 Feb The Prophets Jon Swales Jon Swales is Curate of St George’s, Leeds.
24 Mar Synoptic Gospels Jeremy Duff Jeremy Duff taught at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University and Liverpool Hope University.
28 Apr John’s Gospel Rowan Williams (video)
Rowan Williams is the Archbishop of Canterbury.
26 May
Paul’s Letters Chris Tilling Chris Tilling is New Testament Tutor for St. Mellitus College.
23 June Revelation Mark Bonnington Mark Bonnington currently leads Kings Church, Durham.
Discipleship
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Get Involved
Worship Team St George’s Worship Ministry is committed to serving the Church by leading musical worship across the life of the church, while growing both as a team and individually in our love and knowledge of Jesus Christ. We are currently a team of around 75 people, including musicians, vocalists, and tech operators, and always love to meet up and chat with those who feel God might be calling them to get involved – do speak to one of us if you think this might be you! Sunday morning and evening worship teams usually rehearse on Tuesday evenings at Church. If you’re interested in joining the team contact Chris Sayburn: [email protected] Tuesday Rehearsals 7.30pm, Church & Church Centre Sunday Services on Sunday, Church
Here are just a few of the opportunities to serve at St George’s. Keep an eye out on the website, in services, the notice sheet and so on for upcoming events and chances to get involved, or contact the office for more info or to offer your time and gifts.
0-11s Explorers If you love kids, love having fun and long for them to know about Jesus in a way they can understand, then the 0-11s team could be for you!
Our team is made up of: Group Leaders (Age Groups: 0-3, 3-5, 5-7, 7-11) Sunday mornings Assistant Leaders for Sunday mornings Reception Team for Sunday mornings Play & Pray - Mums and Tots group on Tuesdays. Please contact Jennifer Roberts or Cat Sayburn if you’d like more information: [email protected] [email protected]
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Students - Breathe* The Breathe* team tends to be self sufficient on a Thursday but welcomes people of all ages to mentor Students or help with cooking for various events (Student Teas, Weekends Away.) If you’d like to get involved please contact: [email protected]
11-18s Roots
We’re are always on the look out for more people to join the youth team. You don’t have to be young, just young at heart! There are loads of roles on team:
Cell leaders Friday night team Security on a Friday night Drop-in team....and more! If you’re interested in joining the team contact Jon Swales: [email protected] Friday Roots meets in the Church Centre, 7-9pm weekly during term time Sunday Roots cells meet for yr 7-9 at the morning service, older cells meet in the week Monday Drop-in Youth club (literally - to 'drop-in on' meets every week 4-6 at Park Dale Hall.
فارسی FARSI
Farsi Group We are thankful for Bibles and other resources available in Persian and we are grateful to church members able to give advice with asylum, housing and other practical needs. If you’re sitting next to us on a Sunday or see us during the week, please introduce yourself – we’d love to get to know you more! Get in touch if you would like to be involved in God’s work amongst Farsi speakers (by praying, inviting someone for a meal, helping fill in forms, helping with the children on a Wednesday, and more!) Contact Jonathan and Laura Beatham [email protected].
Get Involved
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The Crypt St George’s Crypt works to show God’s love and bring transformation to the lives of those who are homeless in Leeds. It consists of a Care Centre (underneath the Church), 2 hostels, 2 shops, and a social enterprise, Nurture, that trains people in catering and horticulture. Many St George’s members are involved with the Crypt in some way. To find out more, visit: www.stgeorgescrypt.org.uk/
Spacious Places Spacious Places started nearly 4 years ago as a ministry to people recovering from addiction. Today the staff team of 3, Graham Fell, David Sharp and Maggie Free, along with Ruth Gilfillan, one of our Interns, provide a midweek 12-step rehabilitation programme for a maximum of 16 recovering men and women, struggling with substance addiction. http://www.spaciousplaces.org.uk/ Bridge Cafe Every fortnight a small free cafe is set up just over the side of the bridge from St George’s. It is a place in which followers of Jesus can bless, chat, engage and pray with a wide range of people passing over the bridge. It is the aim of this project that through a friendly, enthusiastic and conversational approach, a relational bridge can be made in which the message and love of Jesus may cross. To get involved, or for more info, pick up a flyer with dates from the foyer or contact: [email protected]
St George’s is involved with many other Leeds-based organisations including Leeds Christian
Community Trust, Leeds Faith In Schools, Christian Unions and Friends International. We work
with other churches to run the Alpha Course and grow the Church in Leeds.
Leeds & Beyond
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Global Mission
Overseas Mission Action Group OMAG supports overseas mission through caring for long and short term partners in every possible way. Our five long term partners work with a variety of communities across the globe; some based overseas and others in the UK. There is also a developing programme of short term individual and team mission. Information on all this can be found on the Church website or among a comprehensive selection of booklets on the mission stand in the community room. Also see copies of the Short Term Mission Directory at the back of church. OMAG loves to hear from those with a passion for global mission who wish to get involved.
More information on our mission activities as well as our long and short term mission partners can be found on the Church website or in booklets found in the community room.
www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/mission [email protected]
Where do you fit into short term mission?
Have you experience & life skills to offer?
Would you like to travel and discover the challenge of other cultures?
Would you like to stretch your faith?
Would you like to do something ‘real’ to help or even test your calling?
...Short term mission could be for you!
If you would like more information about short term overseas mission or would like to request support please get in touch.
Dave Sankey [email protected]
Xchange A monthly mission forum where presentations are given by returning partners, issues discussed and prayer needs identified. Anyone with a heart for mission is welcome. Programme: 7.30 - 9.30 // Church Centre 26 Sept Lindy & Alan Spicer : Ken-ya 24 Oct Alistair Kaye & Team: Romania 28 Nov David Kibble: Israel / Palestine 2012 dates 23 Jan 23Apr 27 Feb 28 May 26 Mar 25 June
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Global PartnersGlobal Partners
MONTAGU, Charles & Jocelyne, Edward, Emily , Robert Arab World Media (AWM) Charles coordinates a team of around 50 workers, both Arabs and expats who manage a Websites for those from the Arab World who are interested in Christianity.
COWLES, Chip & Diane, Daniella, Gabriella Agape, Global Movements Team
Chip and Diane work with Agape overseeing workers in Africa, Asia ,and the Middle East. Chip helps give direction to
the movement of Agape nationally and, locally, they are involved in developing an outreach café in Newcastle.
NELSON, Hugh & Heather, Tomo , Jun World Horizons in Japan Hugh and Heather pastor a ‘small church with a big God’ in Izunokuni Shi, close to Mount Fuji. The Church’s biggest outreach is through ‘Happy Clubs’ where over 120 children aged 0-12 learn English and hear a short Bible message each week.
MORAD, Sharon
Samaritan’s Purse, World Medical Mission Sharon and David are now back in the UK after working in Kenya and
Congo and we continue to support them in prayer as they listen to God for future direction.
BUCKLER, Andy & Uta Crosslinks / French Reformed Church
Andy is part of the five- strong national leadership team at an immensely strategic time, when the Church in France is beginning
to wake up to the mission challenge and also seek to change as it moves towards unity with the Lutheran Church of France.
More info on Mission Partners is available on our website or in booklets in the community room.
St George’s supports long term partners who feel called by God to serve in various parts of the world. Some are based in the UK but work for international organisations with outreach further afield. We offer practical and financial support as well as prayer.
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Israel / Palestine Focus
During 2011-12 St George’s has the Israel/Palestine issue as one of its focuses. In the focus we aim to:
Raise awareness of the Israel/Palestine issue and of the plight of Christians in Palestine
Enable people to understand some of the complexities of the Israel / Palestine situation – things are not black and white
Engage with the Jewish and Muslim communities in Leeds
Enable Christians to realise that there are areas where extending God’s kingdom involves political action.
The St George’s Prayer for Israel / Palestine To Him who created the universe and who chose to reveal Himself through the people of Israel; To Him who created mankind and who chose to reveal Himself by being born in humility in Bethlehem; We pray for the people of Israel and Palestine. We pray that people on both sides may understand the pain and the fear felt by the other; That each may see the image of God in one another; and that each may be driven by a desire for justice and peace. We ask this in the name of Him who died and rose again in the city of Jerusalem. Amen.
During 2011/2 a group from St George’s will be visiting Israel/Palestine and some will be accompanying members of the Jewish community on a visit to Auschwitz.
The Church will be organising various events including:
The showing of the film, Little Town of Bethlehem. The film shows how a Jew from Israel and a Christian and a Muslim from Palestine renounced violence for the path of peace.
Feedback on the church pilgrimage and on the visit to Auschwitz. An evening with Gilad Amit, the Israeli representative in Leeds.
Looking at the Kairos document written by Palestinian Christians, and deciding what St George’s can do in response.
“The relations between Israeli Jews and Palestinians will not change until both societies go through a major socio-psychological transformation.” Professor Daniel Bar-Tal, Tel Aviv University.
If you would like to be kept up to date with Israel/Palestine Focus events please email David Kibble: [email protected]
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ACTIVITIES As well as Networks, Small Groups and opportunities to serve at St George’s, there are also a number of social groups and activities that go on throughout the year...here are a few!
WALKING GROUP Have fun getting to know others who go to church and also share a love of the outdoors. Walking is a great way to chat, as long as the hills are not too steep!! The walking group meets for a walk on the 2nd Saturday in each month. Usually we’ll walk in the Yorkshire Dales or Moors and our starting point will be under an hour’s drive from Leeds- although in the Summer months we might go a little further afield. To join in pick up a Walking Group leaflet with future times and dates. Contact: Alison: [email protected] Rachael: [email protected]
CRICKET St George’s Cricket team formed over thirty years ago in 1976 when the married men of the church challenged the bachelors to a game, and has been running ever since. In that time over 700 people have played for us. We have a new pavilion at Harewood, a great ground with an ever improving pitch. We now play all through the summer including friendly fixtures and a Wednesday evening cup competition. We have players over 40 and not enough under 30 and a wide range of ability, even some who can play cricket! Contact: Tony Sheppard: [email protected]
A QUIET PLACE This group focuses on meditative / contemplative prayer and meets on the 3rd Monday of
each month in the Church Centre at 7.45. Contact: Elsie Haith: [email protected]
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MEN’S MINISTRY This is all about discipleship: making time for getting together and deepening friendships on both a formal monthly basis and more informally.
The Saturday morning breakfasts are an opportunity for spiritual challenge, accountability and making and developing friendships. They encompass a 10 minute talk and a 30 minute discussion on topics relevant to Christian men in contemporary society. We run an open forum on Facebook, search for ‘St George’s Men’s Ministry’. All men are welcome to join. We would really welcome your ideas for future events activi-ties and speakers - so get in touch!
Contact: Alan De Ricquebourg and Peter Rawlinson: [email protected]
www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk/men
TUESDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Often called "TNF", they are friendly football matches
organised on Tuesday nights by guys from St George's. We currently play at 10pm on the astro-turf
pitches at Goals in Kirkstall, just five minutes from the City centre. We welcome any guys who want to take
part and we can often organise lifts if needed. Look up the group ‘Tuesday Night Football’ on
Facebook, @TNFGoss on Twitter, or Contact: Sam: 07816305519
NEW WINE Each year St George’s is involved with New Wine summer festival. The 2012 North and East festival will take place from 28 July to 3 August in Newark. New Wine has proved to be inspiring, equipping and a great chance to get to know each other better. Group work with children and young people is highly recommended. Come along to camp for the whole week, join one of the teams and come for free, or pop down as a half-week or day delegate. More details at: www.newwine.org
Activities
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who’s who
To contact any of the staff, email: [email protected]
To contact the Church Wardens, email: [email protected]
For general enquiries, email: [email protected]
Jonathan Clark Rector 0113 274 4367
Dan Tyler Student Pastor
Joanna Pearson Associate Rector 0113 230 7115
Rich Cawdron Youth Worker
Mark Powley Associate Rector 0113 278 5902
Jennifer Roberts 0-11s Children’s & Families’ Pastor
Jon Swales Curate 0113 243 8498
Cat Sayburn 0-5s Children’s & Families’ Pastor
Stuart Roberts Pastoral Assistant
Chris Sayburn Worship & Creative Communications Pastor
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Janet Gibson PA to Jonathan Clark & Pastoral Team Administrator
Maureen Lawrence Church Centre Manager
Dave Sankey Church Administrator
Kim Mason Office Administrator
Harriet Collins Office Administrator
Tony Yeaman Buildings Manager
Dean Middleton Church Centre Caretaker
Ilona Janoz-Floyd Church & Centre Housekeeper
Andrew Wyss Technical Manager
Farrell Polson Church Caretaker
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who’s who
To contact any of the staff, email: [email protected]
To contact the Church Wardens, email: [email protected]
For general enquiries, email: [email protected]
INTERNS BASED AT ST GEORGE’S
Emi Banciu Children’s Intern
Isobel Webster Children’s Intern
Ben Walton Student & Children’s Intern
Chris Balding Youth Intern
Lisa Woodlock Youth & Pastoral Intern
Beca Brook Student Intern
Elly Levy Student & Administration Intern
Grace Daniell Alpha & Networks Intern
Dan Hebden Worship & Communications Intern
Tim Hills Worship Intern
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PARTNERSHIP INTERNS ACROSS LEEDS
CHURCH WARDENS & PCC
Lynne Fox Richard Smithells Philip Sykes Church Wardens
Ruth Gilfillan Spacious Places & International Students Intern
Will Talbot Holy Trinity Meanwood Intern
Deborah Smith Christ Church Armley Intern
Elaine Siddall St James’ Woodside Intern
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ST GEORGE’S CENTREST GEORGE’S CENTRE
ST GEORGE’S CENTRE ......A venue in the centre of Leeds
The St George’s Centre is a multi purpose venue which
can be used for meetings, conferences and events
such as wedding receptions and dinners. The centre
was designed and furnished to a high specification to
meet all your needs.
A choice of buffet style lunches are provided by St George’s
Crypt Social Enterprise ‘Nurture’ and Tea/coffee is available
by arrangement. With a spacious kitchen, outside catering
can easily be arranged.
The Centre has different rooms of various sizes which can accommodate between 6 - 120 peo-
ple. The Combined Function Room & Conservatory is suitable for conferences and the small-
er rooms suitable for board/committee/break out meetings.
For further details contact: Maureen Lawrence Tel: 0113 383 2140
Email: [email protected] Web: www.stgeorgescentreleeds.org.uk
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Contact Us
St George’s Church Great George Street, Leeds, LS1 3BR
Tel 0113 243 8498 Fax 0113 383 2145
Email [email protected]
St George’s Centre Tel 0113 383 2140 Email [email protected]
www.stgeorgesleeds.org.uk
ACTIVITIES
