Parish Newsletter

Fr David Leaves Colombia on Monday

If all goes according to plan, Fr David will be flying out of Bogota in Colombia on Monday 6th October on his way to us in St Werburgh’s. Let’s all keep him in our prayers as he begins the long journey back to UK, up to the Diocese and then here to St Werburgh’s. We  are all so looking forward to welcoming him here at St Werburgh’s. If all goes well with his travel plans, Fr David will be with us next weekend of 11th/12th October. I know we will give him a Wonderfully Warm Wholehearted Werbies Welcome! (= 5 W’s!) [You can go too far, you know. Ed] Please keep him in your prayers as he travels to us.

 

Free Table. Boxes of Sheet Music, 3 Volume Lectionary

And so much besides. A Pioneer Turntable needing repairs, a fold-up mattress in a big blue green carrying bag, a roulette wheel, and the inevitable books! Just help yourselves, as they’re all looking for a good home. Delighted all the Old English (Anglo-Saxon) books found homes last week. Beowulf and Grendel live again! Next week, a fondue set and a cuddly toy… Good game?

 

Banners Old and New

Helen’s St Werburgh Goose Banner is now on display next to her statue. Stunning, isn’t it? Thanks, Helen!

 

Chester Bible Month in October

Lots of events taking place: do please take a brochure.

 

Can You Help Rob Pilliner Help the Poor Clares?

“For a number of years, I have been in contact with the Sisters of Poor Clares and have recently become involved in their proposed building works at the convent in Hereford. Whilst I will be offering my services as Contract Administrator and Quantity Surveyor on a gratis basis, we are now at the stage where an Architect and Structural Engineer are also required. Such personnel would have to carry the requisite Professional Indemnity Insurance. Can anyone help out? robpilliner@rjp-commercial.co.uk ”

 

Two Catholic High School Kitchen Vacancies

School website www.christofidelis.org.uk/vacancies. For more details or for an informal discussion,, contact Mr Kilcoyne, School Business Manager on 01244 952788.

 

Foundation Governors Wanted for the Catholic High

To start straight away. You do not have to be a parent of a child in the school, but you must be a practising Catholic. The main focus would be on what you can bring to the Board which like any business needs a wide range of skills. It is the Bishop who appoints foundation governors. For further information or for a visit: www.educationshrewsbury.org/governance.  You would need the signature of your Parish Priest and DBS checks.

 

Syd Jones Memorial Workshop 27th September

With grateful thanks to all who made the workshop a success: Tom Coxhead for putting together the excellent programme, leading the session with such enthusiasm, and making it so enjoyable; Tom Rozario for the organisation and arrangements; Katy, Liz and Mary for the cakes and managing the refreshments; and everyone who attended on the day.

 

Wesley Methodists Autumn Fair

Wesley Church Centre, St John Street, CH1 1DA, Saturday, 18th October, 11.00 am – 3.00 pm, Please support Fairtrade Homeware, Food and Jewellery 

 

Our Parish Caritas Collection

Thank you for your generous donations which have so far raised £534.49. If you would like to become a regular donor, you can do so via a collection box in which to put any loose change, or by setting up a standing order. You can also donate anytime via a QR code or online at www.caritasshrewsbury.org.uk

 

Blessing of Former Parish Priests Graves on Tuesday

One of our 150th Year projects has been the renovation of the graves of Canon Chambers (PP 1902-24) and Canon Welch (1948-59). Blackwells have done a marvellous job, and we’re going to bless both on Tuesday 7th October at 4.15 pm. Please sign up if you’d like to join us. Refreshments afterwards!

 

Repository Christmas Cards for the Hospice

We will be selling the charity Christmas cards, stocking fillers and gifts from the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, at all the Masses, 09.00, 10.45 and 6.00 pm, commencing Sunday 12th October & Sunday 19th October. All proceeds to our 150th Hospice Appeal.

 

Welcome Wednesday This Week - Geoff Returns!

More fascinating stories from Taylor’s Boatyard, especially of Great Uncle Ebenezer Grungethacket Taylor. Tea from 10.00, talk at 10.40.
  

Parish Prayer Book: Send those suggestions in!

By the end of Sept: Liturgy@stwerburghchester.co.uk.

 

My Apple Mac, 25 Years Old

Excellent Working Order Still works beautifully. Anyone like to be introduced to the wonders of Apple Operating System? Sealed bids by Sunday 5/10. On table at back of church.

 

150th Thanksgiving Youth Mass Last Sunday

Another wonderful celebration of our youngsters, the focus this time very much on our sixth formers, our 16–18-year-olds. Fantastic to welcome so many members of our High School, Staff and Pupils. You all made it very special! As we always say, they are the Church of tomorrow. Our future – and the only future we’ve got! Let’s make sure we nurture them.

 

Bereavement and Loss Group in the Day Chapel

Come and have a chat and a cuppa between 1.15 pm and  2.45 pm on Wednesday 8th October.

 

Two Diocesan Vacancies

1. Parish Secretary at Our Lady’s Ellesmere Port. Flexible 3 days per week between 9.00 am and 1.00 pm.  Hourly rate: £14 per hour.  For more information, please see the Diocesan website
2. Clergy Welfare Support Worker.  The role would be to support the Diocesan Welfare Nurse in her duties.  Hours:  22.5 per week over 3 days. Closing date for both posts, 24th Oct.  For details of both:
   www.dioceseofshrewsbury.org/latest-vacancies/

 

Welcomers at Mass – Please Sign Up for October!

A  lovely ministry, welcoming both our Werbies and our Wizziters. Do please join us if you can.

 

Photo of the Week: The View from Office Window

Once the net curtains had been taken down, this was the wonderful view from the Presbytery, taken by Grungethacket on a crisp February morning.