Coniston & Torver

Parish Newsletter

November 2017

Produced by the churches of St. Andrew’s Coniston and St. Luke’s Torver

For further information contact

Churchwarden Nick Monk (Coniston) 015394 41255 Churchwarden Linda Inman (Torver) 015394 41777

Licensed Lay Minister Peter Fox 01229 716124

Several years ago we were on holiday in Crete and woke up on the last morning to a power cut and torrential weather. The coach eventually arrived for the 2 hour journey to the airport and we found that our problems paled into insignificance to those who were on remote islands and the boats could not get to them because of the high seas.

When we reached the airport it was closed due to the weather! However we did eventually take off and climbed through about 30,000 feet of cloud until we eventually reached a clear blue sky.

It occurred to me at the time that this was a bit like life. Sometimes it is difficult to “see the wood for the trees” but as times goes by life often does get better.

It is sometimes difficult to remember that when the weather is dreadful as it has been for some time now that above the cloud the sun is shining.

We are fast approaching Armistice Day and Remembrance Day. Often a very difficult time for many people.

It is very difficult for those who have lost loved ones in all the conflicts and memories run deep.

In 2 Corinthians 12: 7 - 9 the Apostle Paul talks of a “thorn in the flesh “No one really knows what it was but it was obviously a real burden to him.

He pleaded three times with the Lord for it to be taken away but the Lord said to him “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” The Greek word for Power is the same as our word for dynamite.

This is the power the Lord gives to each one of us when we ask Him. Problems are supposed to strengthen our faith and at times it is difficult see how this can be but if we remember the illustration I used at the beginning, when problem occur we can claim the power that comes from the Lord.

This is never easy but something we all need to learn. He is there all the time but sometimes we move away from Him and we need to learn how to walk closely all time.

Peter Fox

Sunday 10th

December 6pm.

Torver Community Carol Service and Meal

Put it in your diary now! A lovely Festive evening starts with a traditional Carol Service in St. Luke’s church, followed by a hot meal for everyone in the Old Schoolroom. Last year Father Christmas came but we haven’t sent him our letter yet, so it will be a surprise for everyone! If you would like to bring a savoury or sweet dish it would make the meal a banquet and most appreciated…but not essential. It will also be the evening that we draw the 100 Club numbers, so if you haven’t got yours yet, be sure to call Hazel Bowness on 01539431869 before the evening and you might be a ‘winner’ on the night! It’s a great Christmas gift too if you are struggling for ideas, only £25 for the year and half goes to maintaining the Schoolroom, half in prizes. It would be great to have 100 members…could you be the 100

th?

Now that would be something to celebrate!

Greek Dancing at The 100 Club!

September 23rd

. created many happy memories for us all as local residents George and Sarah Stergiakis hosted the 100 Club village social with a wonderful Greek ‘taster’ evening. A specially prepared and sourced Greek buffet was a very ‘tasty’ focus for the evening along with a quiz, music and some well-rehearsed and instructed Greek dancing! The evening was a great success and enjoyed by locals, friends, guests and….young people! You can’t get much better than that! huge thanks to Sarah and George. Their evening raised £95 which l goes towards the maintenance of the Schoolroom. Thank you to everyone who came, gave raffle prizes, bought 100 Club numbers and enjoyed supporting this regular event. September’s 100 Club Prize Winners were:

£50 H&J Lace. £30 J. Aicheson. £20x3, J. Hadwin, M. Brackwell, T. Raven. £15x2 R&A Inman, D. Adams. £10x5 L. Askwith, F. Mavers, A.McClusky, H. Bowness, N.Monk.

You too could be a winner at the Christmas draw December 10th.

Contact Hazel Bowness on 015394 31869 for details. Only £25 a number! Draws take place four times a year.

St. Luke’s Torver Biker Church

After an amazing Summer serving many bikers from all over the country our locally sourced ‘Full English’, we now enter the quieter winter season. Our first Sunday each month will follow the same pattern, a short, informal service in the Old Schoolroom followed by a hot breakfast together. Everyone, including ‘brave’ bikers will receive a warm welcome at the 9am ‘Thought for the day’ worship service, followed by a hot breakfast! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Torver and Coniston Café Church 26

th November

In The Reading Room Coniston at 6pm.

The format for ‘Winter’ Café Church in the Reading Room, Coniston Institute is changing slightly. We will start at 6pm with worship followed by the invited speaker’s talk about their faith journey, or specific encounter with God that changed their life. This will be followed by a hot supper and enjoying sharing the time together. The evenings are welcoming and inclusive for all, whether you are a church goer or not. It is so encouraging to hear real examples of how God impacts individual lives today in all the circumstances we meet as we journey through life. If you have never been, do come along. Café Church is always on the 4

th Sunday evening of each month [but not December].

This Month Alex Stewart from Coniston Christian Fellowship is speaking. He and his wife Ruth, now living in Coniston, have an incredible story to share from their life and time running a remote General Practice Medical Clinic in the wilds of the Himalayas. 6pm.Sunday 26

thNov.

Brantwood Event and Exhibition Listing November 2017

Blue Gallery Exhibitions (Entry is included in House admission) 12

th September – 7 January 2018

Coming of Age: Ruskin’s Drawings from the 1840-41 Tour Ruskin, aged 21, travelled with his parents through France and Italy on a tour lasting from September 1840 to June 1841. Working their way along the coast of Italy through Genoa, Florence and Pisa they spent December in Rome before moving on to Naples early in January 1841. The return journey took them via Rome in March to Florence and Venice, and back through France. Using the young Ruskin’s spectacular drawings, this exhibition provides a vivid visual account of the Ruskin family’s travels. Severn Studio Exhibitions 2017 (Entry is included in House or Garden admission) 9

th September – 12

th November

Expedition paintings by Lincoln Rowe In the course of a long and varied career spanning thirty five years as a professional artist, Lincoln Rowe has gained acclaim as a sea going marine artist, working aboard ships of the British Merchant and Royal Navy fleets; as a military artist working in conflict zones with the army and units of the Royal Marines; and as an expedition artist climbing and painting some of the worlds highest peaks. 18

th November – 7

th January 2017

Installation by Chris Hurford Large bone china and graphite rectangular plates showing glimpses of small and microscopic life in our Lakes and streams.

Events Programme

Concerts

18th

November 2017 Recital by Jessica Burroughs ( cello ) and Martin Roscoe ( piano ) Held in Brantwood’s Drawing Room. - Programme includes Beethoven, Schumann, Schubert & Grieg Tickets: £19 (includes glass of wine in the interval). Concert starts 7.00pm. Pre-concert supper in the Terrace can be booked in advance (£16.50 two-courses). Booking essential.

Special Events 2nd November 2017 7.00pm - Open Mike Night With Geraldine Green and poets Kerry Darbishire, Kim Moore and Graham Mort. Tickets £12 per person and includes supper in the Terrace Restaurant. Open mike slots, reading time of 5 minutes each.

Craft Fair - 11 & 12 November 2017 10.30am until 5pm (4.00pm on Sunday) A wide range of quality crafts from around Cumbria, on display throughout Brantwood house. Crafts include: Pottery & ceramics, jewellery, fused & stained glass, felt bags, cushions, lampshades original artworks, prints, swill baskets, turned wood, photographs, driftwood clocks, silk pictures, cakes and preserves. The Terrace will be serving seasonal fare and our traditional mulled wine. £2 admission for craft fair & house, inclusive. No charge for child admissions.

Courses

17th

& 18th

November 2017 Illuminated Lettering with Patrick Corbett The workshops are intended as an introduction to producing original interpretations of traditional illuminated lettering and Celtic artwork patterns. After studying a selection of examples, participants will be directed on how to create simple knot work, key patterns, animals and plants that can be incorporated in designs using preformed templates. Suitable for all levels. All materials and refreshments provided. 10.30am – 5.00pm. £110.00 per person

24th

November 2017 “Glass Fusing for Beginners” with Diane Rowlinson Your day will give you a basic understanding of glass fusing, the issues of compatibility, available kilns, slumping & moulds etc. You will learn cutting & design skills to produce a light catcher, approximately 7x7 inches, to admire. 10.30am – 4.30pm. £65 per person. For Bookings or further information, please contact: Brantwood. East of Lake, Coniston. Cumbria LA21 8AD Tel: 015394 41396 - E-mail: enquiries@brantwood.org.uk www.brantwood.org.uk

Coniston Christmas Market

Coniston Institute Friday 24th November 3pm – 8pm

Join us at our evening market for a great range of locally made produce & gifts. Hot food and festive music

For Rent – 3 bedroom 1st floor flat to let in Yewdale Road

viewing from 20th October 2017-locals only, sorry no children or pets application letter to Mrs Stoddart c/o Coniston Co-op Yewdale Road Coniston by Saturday 4

th November

Message from Jim and Julie: As we are retiring from the Ship Inn, we will be having “a bit of a do” (buffet!) on Friday 27

th October to which All are invited. See you there!

A new Captain is taking over “The Ship Inn” Bowmanstead (Coniston) On 2nd November 2017 a couple who have been The Ship Inn’s patrons for decades and are now making the move behind the bar.

The Ship’s New Captain, Jean Sullivan, who has a career history in Leisure, Sport and Education, said: “As an outdoor loving family, with six grown up children, we’ve been coming to Coniston for over 20 years, and we have always loved this pub. It’s not just any pub, it’s got a great family feel and I can’t quite believe that The Ship Inn is now ours to develop and run.”

The Ship’s First Mate: Peter Adamson an Engineer by trade explained “What we love about The Ship Inn is it has a solid reputation with ‘in-the-know’ explorers and campers, as one of the finest places for eating and drinking in Coniston. The background music varies between old school disco to hip hop and everything in between, open 7 days a week 'til the wee hours at weekends, you might even see yourself tapping your toes or moving the tables for a dance.

There is a quiet excitement in the air from the current Ship Crew Members: Chef Tony, barmen Luke and Finn and waiting staff, who are all staying on board. The only addition to the team with Jean and Peter is Millie, a very friendly King Charles Cavalier who will welcome you with a paw on the promise of a treat.

We have plans for a new Entertainment Menu starting in December with Our Opening Welcome Night which will be held on Saturday 2nd December from 6pm further explains Jean. Free bubbly and 5% off main meals along with Fizzy’z Fun Quiz and 24 Fret Acoustic Duo will entertain you with various classics from Country, Blues, Rock, Pop and Mowtown. You won’t be disappointed – unless you don’t come. There are other plans in the pipeline as well, Peter said: “We want to get involved in community events and we’ve got a great bunch of locals, we just want to understand what they’re looking for?.” The Ship Inn is also opening its doors from 2nd December with a New Christmas Festive Menu….. Christmas Day doors open 12.00p.m to 3.00p.m with Traditional 4 Course Menu for £30.00 or £15.00 for the smaller pallet. (Advance booking essential). Evening opening is from 6.00p.m - bar only. Boxing Day onwards ….. Food serving times remain the same as for winter 12.00p.m to 2.00p.m and 6.00p.m to 8.45. New Years Eve = Fizzy’z Just for Fun Quiz, and “Just Joking, Rocking n Karaokying” from 8pm Small refurbishments will be carried out within the first months, as well as lots of training and development of the team but interruptions will be kept to a minimum. Finally Peter and Jeans would like to wish Jim and Julie the very best of luck as they sail off on a new adventure towards calmer waters of retirement.

Concert held at St. Andrews Church on Friday 13th October

A big thank you to St. Andrews for providing the venue and Windermere & Bowness Choir and Hawkshead Wind Band for an entertaining evening. Total raised for St.Mary's Hospice was £425.50 Thank you to all who came and those who helped on the night. Coniston Support Group for St.Mary's.

Oxfam

Hello - my name is Mary Clark, the manager of the Oxfam shop in Ambleside & we desperately need your help. We are a wonderful, dedicated team, but are so sparse in numbers that we find ourselves having to close on a regular basis & are in danger of closing permanently. Can you help us to stay open? We would love to meet you – volunteering is a great way to make new friends, have a break from the day-to-day, to learn new skills & to share your own personal knowledge & experiences with others. It looks great on a CV & can be so rewarding. There are so many things we need help with including social media, volunteer recruitment, community engagement & marketing as well as window dressing, working on the shop floor, the till & the sorting & pricing of the vast range of donated goods that we get in. Pop-in for a coffee & chat, call me on 015394 34487 or e-mail me at oxfamshopf0307@oxfam.org.uk. We reimburse travel expenses so you should never be out of pocket. Please give a shift and help us to reach our goals of ending poverty and let’s keep our Oxfam shop in Ambleside open. Thank you. Penny Walker Oxfam Area Manager - N04 Tel: 07748-142884 / e-mail pwalker@oxfam.org.uk / Skype pennywax

Macmillan Coffee Morning

Sarah and Jean would like to thank everyone who donated cakes and raffle prizes and all who attended the Macmillan Coffee Morning on Saturday 30th September. Your generosity meant that we raised a fantastic £610! Regards Sarah A Fabulous Macmillan Event At John Ruskin School. We had a constant flow of guests on Thursday 28th September as part of the ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, the charity that helps change the lives of people affected by cancer. It was wonderful to see the John Ruskin School community in action as everyone contributed to this invaluable event. We are very proud to say that we raised an amazing £500.82. A huge thank you to everyone for their wonderful support and a special thank you to Mrs. Lambert for coordinating the day.

William (Bill) Dorman 1944 - 2017 I would like to thank everyone for their caring thoughts and little stories about my lovely Bill. I have been overwhelmed by the way he has touched so many lives within our community. Your kindness and sincere condolences have meant so much to me. Thank you Valerie Kay

Coniston Christmas

Our Christmas lights switch on is on Friday 24th November. We are having a Free party at The Waterhead Hotel at 3.30pm there will be food, entertainment from Magic Mark and a special visit from Father Christmas and every child will receive a present. There will also be prizes for lanterns. We will then walk up through the village to see the lights with our lanterns and Father Christmas. The party is for anyone who lives in Coniston and the surrounding area or attends Coniston Childcare or Coniston primary school. We would like to thank our Father Christmas for the wonderful job he has done for us the past few years but we are looking for another Father Christmas. Please get in touch with Viv, Denise, Toni or Katie if you could be our new Santa. We would like to thank everyone for your ongoing support throughout the year to help us raise money to get Coniston lit up at Christmas. Over 70? – If you are and would like an invite to the WI Xmas lunch in December please relay your details to Mrs S Graham, Kinross, Coniston Tel 41730. Broughton Young Farmers - Xmas Bingo at John Ruskin School Saturday 2

nd December Start 7.30pm

Coniston Institute and The Ruskin Museum News And Events The current Art Exhibition at The Ruskin Museum - ‘Along the lane, across the dale…’ by David William Morris is still proving very popular and runs until 10

th December 2017. Please come along and have a look

– don’t forget local residents get free entry to the museum. Making, A Life – Retrospective Exhibition of the work of Ambleside Folk Artist Peter Hodgeson – 26

th October – 12

th November in the Institute

Hall. Wednesday to Sunday 11am – 5pm. Peter works in: ceramics; glass engraving; leather; horn; painting; and baking. His works are sold in Coniston Honest Shop. Peter will be working collaboratively with other artists for this retrospective. The Making, A Life Opening Event will be on Saturday 28

TH October Workshops from 1pm. Speeches and

book signing 4.30pm with afternoon tea.

Ruskin Museum Open Day/Evening. – Thursday 24th November from

3pm to 8pm. Please come along and meet the team and browse the shop and displays while enjoying a glass of mulled wine (or cup of tea) and mince pie. Coniston Christmas Fair – Institute Hall. 3pm – 8pm. 25 festive stalls. Hot suppers available. Free entry

Lancashire Day Supper - Institute Reading Room, Friday 1

STDecember 7.30pm - a traditional Lancashire evening with good fare

and entertainment by The Saggy Bottom Girls. Tickets £16, booking essential. Contact Derek Adams on 015394 41732 or email no1@dsadams.co.uk. Sponsored by the Coniston and District International Twinning Association. Any profit will be for the benefit of Village Organisations.

The Following Groups Meet In The Reading Room Regularly

Mondays Village Lunch - Mondays throughout November 1 – 2pm History Group – Monday November 20th 2.30pm – The Baptists of Hawkshead Hill and District – Suzanne Tiplady New Mechanics Youth Club – Monday 5 – 7pm, new members welcome Parish Council – third Monday of the month at 7pm Tuesdays - Cameo Club – Tuesday 2 – 4pm First Responders Institute Committee – first Tuesday of the month at 7pm

Institute and Museum Committee – second Tuesday of the month 7pm Womens Institute – Third Tuesday of the month at 7pm Wednesdays Hearing Clinic – first Wednesday of the month at 10.30am Craft Club – Wednesday at 7pm Thursdays Parents and Toddler Group – Thursday 9.30 – 11.30am Coniston Community Choir – Thursday 7pm Sundays Café Church – fourth Sunday of the month at 5pm For more information on any of the above groups or if you are interested in booking a room at the institute please phone Tracy Hodgson on 015394 41823, email tracy@grizedale.org or visit our website www.conistoninstitute.uk If you are an institute user group and would like to update your information on our webpage or have events posted on our Website and Facebook page please contact Helen Glaister on 07583 371275 email helenconistoninstitute@gmail.com

Weather at Haws Bank for September 2017 Total rain 312.5 mm (12.30 ins) Most rain in a day 41.8 mm (1.65 ins) on 10th Rain of 0.2 mm or more fell on 25 days

Christmas Open Evening At Just For Ewe

Wednesday 6th December 3pm until 8pm

Complimentary Glass of Wine and Mince Pies We have a large selection of Gifts, Jewellery, Books,

Hats, Scarves & Toys A Gift for Everyone

Mothers’ Union Report Following the national theme of ‘Communication’ for this year, the speaker for our September 28

th meeting was Janice Eadington on

‘Open the Book’. She began by explaining how it worked and how they became involved and the schools they visit. This was followed by a dramatised version of the story of Moses and the Burning Bush with props (a burning bush, snake etc.), costumes and six members of the Open the Book team talking and acting the parts with Coniston members being given Sheep masks to wear! The language was simple with explanations suitable for primary aged children to understand. We could do with some men to help us do it in Coniston Primary school, any offers? Also following the Theme of Communication the speaker for our October 19

th meeting is Prof. Sheila Crispin on ‘Communication

in the Animal World’. All animal lovers are welcome as it is going to be an interactive session! No computer or slides just, Sheila and animals.

Our last meeting for the year is an Advent Celebration on November 30

th.

Members have also been joining in diocesan events. Two attended and Archdeaconry day at Cartmel, two sang at Stavely / Ings, who were celebrating a birthday and Mary Sumner Day and at the Abbey Nursing Home, also at Hollow Oak Nursing Home. Two members attended a Quiet Afternoon at St James Barrow while another went to the Mother’s Union AGM in Edinburgh. Do join us for any or all of our meetings. They begin at 2pm at St Andrews Church. Both locals and visitors are very welcome to just turn up or contact Kay Shepherd Tel 4155

Rainfall. Garden House, Coniston. September 2017 Total - 355.4mm (14.0") Wet days - 27 More than 1mm on18 days Wettest - 10th - 51.2mm (2.0") Thunder on the 10th Hail on the 10th & 13th.

I’ve just started a new job with an auto-enrolment pension. Do I have to join the scheme? I’m worried about meeting my living costs if I do.

Even if retirement is a long way off, or you feel you can't afford it, it’s still worth starting a pension. It can offer you financial security once you’ve stopped working and it's good value for money as your contribution gets topped up by both your employer and the government.

If you’re worried that auto-enrolment will make it harder for you to keep up with your living costs, ask your employer how much your monthly contribution will be and work out whether you really can't manage to pay it. Also check if you can claim tax credits or benefits, like Universal Credit. If you do decide to opt out, you’ll need to tell your employer, because you will be automatically signed up to auto-enrolment. Make sure you do this within one month to get a refund on the contribution you’ve made.

Over the past year, I have been getting into debt as my wages don't keep pace with inflation. Every time I reach my credit card limit, the company increases it automatically. At first I thought this was wonderful but now I can't see how I will ever repay it. What can I do?

Citizens Advice have found that many people are in your situation – irresponsible credit card lenders are pushing people further into the red by raising their credit limit without checking their ability to repay it. It’s really important that anyone who is struggling to pay off their credit card seeks debt advice as soon as possible. Citizens Advice can help you to work out the best way to manage your finances and strategies for repaying your debt. They can also help you to maximise your income, including any benefits or tax credits you may be entitled to. If you feel you are entering into a credit card debt spiral, get help as soon as you can.

Free, confidential advice and help is available from South Lakes Citizens Advice on any aspect of debt, consumer problems, benefits, housing, employment or any other problems. We have various outlets across South Lakeland and can also give advice over the phone – telephone 03444 111 444 for an appointment and help, 015394 46464 for debt and on-going enquiries. South Lakes Citizens Advice is a registered charity, No: 1118656 and company limited by guarantee, No: 6113551. FRN: 617574

Coniston Fireworks Committee

Thank you to those who were able to attend the Quiz Night at the Yewdale in support of our community bonfire and fireworks display.

Although small in numbers a great time was had by all, Jeff was a first class quiz master and the complimentary half time pizza and chips were delicious. Our grateful thanks to Jeff and Susie who ‘topped up’ the money raised on the night to £100!.

We are also grateful to those who could not come on the night but have supported the event with donations, total at the moment stands at £198.55.

We have also applied to the Parish Council for a grant towards this community event, which will be awarded in November.

All our buckets and posters are out in Coniston and surrounding area’s, we just hope the weather is kind to us on the night.

To everyone who has helped with this year’s event a big thank you from us all, we couldn’t do it without our volunteer helpers.

Coniston Fireworks Committee

Andrew Backhouse Chimney Sweep Ltd.,Est 1992 Trading Standards approved. Telephone Windermere 45117 Or mobile 07763145594

1st Hawkshead Brownie and Friends Shoebox Appeal.

Thank you so much to all those people who have been working hard to provide a first Christmas gift for a child in Romania. There have been lovely hats, scarves, mittens, glove puppets, and rag dolls made on a chain around the village. I am looking forward to going out to deliver our shoeboxes on the 11th December for a week. This time they are going to the Carpathian mountain region. If you would like to sponsor a box or send some things then please just drop anything off at Oaklands Guest House on Yewdale road, I know the excitement it will bring to a child that has nothing. Also both schools are taking part so parents please have a look at your children's toys and see if some are suitable for a box and make one up and hand it in. The packing of the boxes is on 20th Nov - 22nd, from 1p.m. on the 20th and 11am the other days. Everyone is welcome to come along and help. I have organised free parking so get in touch if you are coming. 015394 41245, or email jandz@gmail.com

Precision Tree Services Based in the Lake District - 07730276279 www.precisiontreeservices.co.uk

Certified & Insured - Tree Felling

Pruning - Hedge Cutting

On-site Firewood Processing Paul Livesey - Arborist

Diary Dates for November

1st Hearing Aid drop in Reading Room 10.30-11.30am

2nd

Torver PC meet School Room 7.30pm 3

rd Bonfire and Fireworks Sports Centre

14th AGE UK South Lakeland Cream Tea Group meet Meadowdore

Café 3.00pm 14

th Coniston Institute and Museum Management Committee meet

Reading Room 7.00pm 17

th Pie and Peas Institute Reading Room 7.30pm book names to

Sarah and Peter Way 49509 or 07766657078 by Monday 13th

20th Local History Group meet Reading Room 2.30pm

The Baptists of Hawkshead Hill and District Suzanne Tiplady 20

th Coniston PC meet Reading Room 7.00pm

21st Coniston WI meet Reading Room 7.30pm ‘Tax, Care and Toy

Boys 24

th Coniston Christmas Market Institute 3pm to 8pm

24th Christmas Lights switch on

30th MU Advent/Carol Celebration/Service

Dec 4th Deanery Carol Service St Mary’s Dalton

Sponsor for November Thank you to Coniston Tourist Information Centre

Jean Sullivan Ship Inn new Landlady

PLEASE NOTE next Issue is for December and January

Deadline Sunday 19th

November To Jean Johnson tel 41319 email enquiries@conistonholidays.co.uk

Badminton Club

Social badminton club for adults starting at John Ruskin School Wednesday 7.00pm – 9.00pm From 1

st November to 13

th December

Cost for the term will be £14. If you are interested or would like more information please contact Sarah Stergiaki on 015394-41409 or 07854007201

Advance Notices.

Remembrance 12

th November Remembrance Day Service 11.00am at St. Andrews

Carol Services Torver Carol Service – 10

th December at 6.00pm

Coniston Village Carol Service 17th

December 6.00pm at St. Andrews Christmas Eve Christingle Service 24

th December 4.00pm at St. Andrews.

Holy Communion 24th December 11.00pm St. Andrews

Christmas Day Christmas Day 25

th December 10.00am at St. Andrews. (this will be the

only service this day).

Services for St. Andrew’s and St. Luke’s November 2017

5th 9.00am Winter Breakfast in school room Torver

11.00am 1662 Holy Communion Coniston 11.00am Worship at The Methodist Church Coniston 10.30am All Age Worship at Primary School Coniston 12

th 9.00am 1662 Holy Communion Torver

10.45am Remembrance Service Coniston 19

th 9.00am Service of the Word Torver

11.00am Holy Communion Coniston 11.00am Worship at The Methodist Church Coniston 10.30am All Age Worship at Primary School Coniston 26

th 11.00am Morning Prayer Coniston

6.30pm New Café Church at the Institute Coniston

Service Times of other Denominations Methodist Church The morning service is at 11.00am and a warm welcome awaits you. For further information contact Joyce Holland on 41594. Coniston Christian Fellowship You are welcome to join us for our All Age meetings every Sunday at 10.30am in the Primary School, with the exception of the 4

th Sunday of

each month when we will join the other churches at Café Church in the Institute at 6.30pm. Home groups meet regularly every Tuesday evening during term time. For further information please contact Norman & Christine Beech on 41780 or Kevin & Julie Gregory on 41125, or visit our website: www.conistonchristianfellowship.co.uk St Francis of Assisi Church of the Sacred Herat Coniston Mass on Saturdays 6.00pm – Coniston Catholic Church. Further information from Father Robert T. Halshaw on 01229 779673