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Welcome to St Peter's Church  

  

 Serving and being part of the community for over 200 years

We want to make you feel a real part of the Christian community here at St. Peter's - hopefully through our web site we can bring you all the information you need about us and encourage you to play a part in our worship and service of God.  

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Vicarage: 01254 248072

Mobile: 07967 526323

 

 

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'We will remember them'

Let us remember and pray for our Armed Forces in Afghanistan over 2011 as well as for their families waiting anxiously for their safe return.

We pray for them  

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ANNOUNCEMENT   It is with great pleasure that I can announce I have been offered and have accepted the role of Vicar at Langho St. Leonard. As many will know, my four year curacy at St. Peter's was to come to an end in June 2012 and Priests are encouraged, at times like this, to consider their future ministry. For some time I have been feeling God's call to continue to serve Him in parish ministry and found myself  increasingly drawn into exploring this call to the parish of St. Leonard's. God always gets His way ultimately and Langho have now got me!! I am excited and daunted by this challenge but it is one I shall willingly and wholeheartedly embrace and seek to perform to the best of my abilities and with God's help. Additonally, I am very pleased to say that I am also to remain as Assistant Curate at St. Peter's Salesbury. The new priest at Salesbury (when appointed) will have the same role at Langho. My role with you all at St. Peter's will be less than before, but the great work both parishes are doing together will be able to continue because of this appointment and with a greater level of continuity . My date for collation to the post of Vicar at St. Leonard's is set for Wednesday the 2nd May 2012 at 7.30pm. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time with you all, thnak you for your love and support over the last four years and I look forward to it continuing in the future. Every blessing to you all, Andrew

  

  Presentation to Andrew and Judith

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Wardens News   CHURCHWARDENS’ NEWS Whilst we cannot promise exciting or worrying news every month, we felt that we ought to let you know about where we are as far as appointing a new parish priest is concerned.  Whilst the Diocese has a central role in this process, the Church Wardens as your representatives, also have a crucial role to play.  You may know that the vacancy was advertised on the Diocesan website in January but we were disappointed at the response to the advert and have asked the Bishop of Burnley to re-advertise the post.  The revised advert should be on the Diocesan website in a week or so and the closing date will be shortly after Easter.  Anyone with Internet Access will be able to view the advert on the Diocesan website should they so wish. There are often lots of rumours flying about when new priests are being appointed and there are some issues which must remain confidential just as in any appointment. However, we will endeavour to share as much information as we can with you as soon as it is possible.  With the post being re-advertised, this means that we are unlikely to have a new Vicar of Salesbury until mid summer at the earliest.   No vicar does not mean no progress!  Whilst it is often difficult in a parish without a Vicar in post, we are immensely grateful to The Reverend Andrew Malcolm for his support of the parish both on Sundays and during the week when he makes himself available.  Andrew has significant other working commitments apart from his role here at Salesbury but has made every effort to help wherever he can – thank you Andrew.   No Vicar means that it helps if everyone pulls together!  In the last edition of the magazine we asked if you might be interested in becoming a sidesman or sideswoman and we are delighted that one volunteer has come forward already.  This is a vital role in welcoming members of the congregation and preparing for the services, taking the collections and tidying the church after each service.  We really do need some more volunteers and age is no barrier, whilst we will welcome anyone who feels that they can help in this way, it would be particularly pleasing if some of the younger members of the congregation could come forward and volunteer for this task.   A rota is provided and people offer their help at the services which are most convenient for them.  You will seldom be called on more than once a month and other sidesmen and women are always willing to swap if a proposed date is inconvenient to you – please step up to the plate and join the team!    How about joining the Parochial Church Council – usually known as the PCC  There are still vacancies on the Parochial Church Council, which was elected at the Parish AGM on 25th March 2011.This is the major working committee of the Church and it is vital that we have people of various ages and with different interests who are willing to help our church to make progress – again, age is no barrier and if we never have new blood, St Peter’s Church will suffer.  Please think about this and have a word with Sue or Keith if you need any more information – St Peter’s needs a vibrant Church Council with a wide variety of people who are able and determined to make our church successful.  please think about this – you are needed.    Are you practical and do you have an hour or two to spare on Thursday mornings?  Finally, another entirely different way of supporting your church is to assist with the Thursday Team.  Every Thursday morning up to a dozen men work in the churchyard, the graveyard and the church itself.  Whilst any DIY skills can be utilised - whether it is painting, plastering, plumbing, electrical work, gardening, collecting up leaves etc. - if you would like to help but don’t feel that you have the skills, you can be assured that there is a role for you.  Why not pop down one Thursday morning to see for yourself, you will be made very welcome.  This group has saved St. Peter’s many thousands of pounds in recent years and the camaraderie is fantastic - you could be a part of it.    Please help if you can – extra volunteers are always welcomed and needed.    EASTER FLOWERS  Donations towards the cost of Easter flowers will be gratefully received.  Please give any donations to one of the Churchwardens or put your donation in an envelope marked ‘EASTER FLOWERS’ and place it on the collection plate on Sunday or in the secure wall collection box near the front door of the Church   Thank you, Keith and Sue.

    

Examples of the beautiful Easter flower displays

Parish Profile for St. Peter's Salesbury    Follow this link

 

 

 

Those Newly Confirmed  at St. Leonard's Langho by Bishop John   Congratulations to those confirmed by Bishop John on 11 March. They are Matthew Ainsworth, Kate Blackburn, Laura Blackburn, Amelia Dowson, Eleanor Jessop, William Leeming, Jessica Lewis, Hannah Pickup and Kori-Ann Pickup.     A DVD was made of the confirmation - if any one would like one please contact me.  A member of Langho PCC has made a fantastic job of putting this together and they ask for a minimum donation of £5 to go towards their church funds.

 

Jobs   Jobs within the Blackburn Diocese  +++ Secretary to the Bishop of Burnley  20 hours per week  £22,444 pro rata (£12,825 pa)  The Bishop of Burnley wishes to appoint a secretary to provide secretarial, administrative and financial support in the Bishop’s office.  Applicants will need to be an experienced administrator with proven skills in Microsoft Office, good organisational skills and the ability to work alone.  This is a part time position (20 hours) working Monday – Thursday mornings. Sympathy with the ethos and values of the Church of England is essential. Closing date: 10th April +++ Data and Statistics Officer 10 hours per week  £17,340 pro rata (£4,954 pa) Closing date: 10th April  +++  To cover Maternity Leave  Administration Assistant/Receptionist  9.00 am to 1.00 pm Monday to Friday  Salary: £7,468 pa  You will have experience in administration and use of Microsoft Office packages. The role involves reception/switchboard duties and experience in this area would be an advantage. Closing date: 10th April  +++ please contact Vikki McArthur on 01254 503088 for further details of all posts

 

 

The Resolutions of the Priests (Ordination of Women) Measure 1993 Back in 1994 all Parochial Church Councils were required to discuss and vote on the Resolutions A and B (listed below) relating to the Ordination of Women to the Priesthood.   This your PCC did.   Neither Resolution A or B (C was not applicable at that time) was passed.  This meant that St Peter’s PCC would be prepared to accept a woman priest as its Vicar.   In the light of my imminent retirement the PCC is required to vote again, this time on all the Resolutions.   The vote will be taken at the meeting on 1st November.   With this in mind, if anyone has any constructive comments to offer on this subject the PCC would be pleased to receive them.   You may like to write them down and hand them to either of the Churchwardens, Andrew or me. Resolution A: that this PCC would not accept a woman as the minister who presides at or celebrates the Holy Communion or pronounces the Absolution in the Parish. Resolution B: that this PCC would not accept a woman as the incumbent or priest-in-charge of the benefice or as a team vicar for the benefice. Resolution C: that the PCC of (Salesbury, St Peter) hereby resolves to petition the Diocesan Bishop to the effect that appropriate Episcopal duties in the parish of (Salesbury, St Peter) should be carried out in accordance with the Episcopal Ministry Act of Synod 1993. The Vicar

 

Interregnum Information   Date Deadline for the Magazine  All material is to be given/sent to Philip and Julie Bradshaw 4 Valley Road – 01254 249764 Philip@ribbvalley.demon.co.uk  OR  julie@ribbvalley.demon.co.uk                    Material to Philip/Julie         Magazines in church December      Nov 14th                           Nov 27th        January         Dec 12th                            Dec 22nd/23rd February       Jan 16th                            Jan 29th March           Feb 13th                            Feb 26th April             Mar 12th                            Mar 25th May              Apr 16th                            Apr 29th June             May 14th                           May 27th July              June 11th                           June 24th   Date Deadline for the Weekly Notice Sheet All notices for the weekly Notice Sheet should be sent/handed to Diane Foote by the Thursday evening, at the latest, for inclusion on the following Sunday. Diane’s address is 45 The Hazels (01254 246343) Her email is: diane@mercerbros.co.uk

 

More retirement stuff!!   Please take a moment to read a most wonderful reflection by Sheila Goodman   Follow this link   In the reflection Sheila uses this quote   "There will inevitably be moments of insecurity and doubt, but, girded by prayer, the Holy Spirit will strengthen, support and inspire”    Amen to that!!   Andrew

 

... and something else!!   Sheila has been busy ... here is another piece where she accuratley reflects the thinking there has been from the PCC on the subject of a new Priest for St. Peter's   Follow this link   Thak you Sheila,   Andrew

 

GOD OUR ROCK COURSE     follow this link to find out more details

 

 

Our web-site is now getting over 600 (October 2011)  800 (January 2012) visitors a month and to the end of March we have had over 2,000 visitors this year   We get people accessing us from USA Russia China New Zealand Germany and many more countries   Please keep visiting us ...  it would be great to hear from you via e-mail ... tell us more about why you visit us

 

BIBLE TREES     Follow this link to see pictures of the Bible Trees created to celebrate the 400th Anniversary of the King James Bible   The children from the Day School created these trees. On them the children posted their favourite Bible verses.   I'm sure you will agree the 'trees' look magnificent - very well done to the children and a big thank you to all the staff and children at school who helped to make them Andrew

 

NOTICES     Joint Confirmation at St. Leonard’s Langho 11th March at 3.00 pm   Please remember in your prayers, and be present at the service if possible, our church members to be confirmed by Bishop John. They are Matthew Ainsworth, Kate Blackburn, Laura Blackburn, Amelia Dowson, Eleanor Jessop, William Leeming, Jessica Lewis, Hannah Pickup and Kori-Ann Pickup.        East Lancashire Hospitals – Royal Blackburn The Rev’d Andrew Horsfall is the Chaplaincy Manager.   In the hospital there is a weekly service of Holy Communion on Sundays at 9.45am.   After this service Holy Communion is taken to the wards for patients who cannot go to the chapel. Numbers of Ward Communions are increasing, putting a strain on those volunteers who take Holy Communion to patients.   So, the Chaplain would like to have more lay volunteers to undertake this task.   He wonders if anyone from St Peter’s would be willing to help with this ministry. Currently, Gordon Bury is one of the volunteers.   He is on a rota and commits himself to a certain number of Sundays, month by month.   He would be happy to talk with any church member who might be interested in this ministry.   His telephone number is 01254 249038 or you can contact the Hospital Chaplain on 01254 736849.     Photographic Competition     A FOUR SEASON CALENDAR 2012 We are now entering the final Winter season of the year long photographic competition and it will then be time to submit your entries. Remember this is a calendar which will reflect the 4 seasons of the year and photographs must have been taken in Lancashire. Entry forms available at the back of the church and all entries need to be submitted by the 31st March 2012. So get the cameras out and happy shooting!!   General Information for the Competition The newly formed Social and Fundraising Committee is holding a photographic competition in order to create a Four Seasons’ Calendar for 2013. This is for everyone in the parish.   It doesn’t matter if you are a ‘point and shoot’ amateur or a more serious type, we need your help to create the calendar. The competition will run from April this year to April 2012.   Get your cameras out and start clicking ! At the close of the competition a team of judges will consider all the entries and choose 12 photos to represent the four seasons.   These will then be compiled into a calendar for 2013.   The calendar will be on sale at the beginning of October 2012. Rules 1        The competition is open to anyone within the parish of St Peter’s, Salesbury 2        Photographs must be originals (no downloading of previously taken photos)           and can be local or anywhere in Lancashire. 3        Each person will be restricted to one entry (photograph) per person (Spring,           Summer, Autumn, Winter) – maximum of 4. 4        For digital cameras photo-prints (normal SLR cameras a postcard size photo)           should be forwarded with the following information:                  -  the date when the photo was taken                  - where it was taken                  -  the name of the person who has taken the photo                  -  age if under 16 years           These prints will be for judging purpose only.   Retain your digital images and           negatives. Further information regarding this will be on the entry forms available during April. 5        For any photographs including children, permission MUST be sought from           their parents. 6        At the close of the competition the judges will select 12 photographs which           best represent the 4 seasons for the calendar. There will be two prizes – one for the best overall entry, and one for the 16 year olds and under. You will find updates about the competition during the next 12 months in the Parish Magazine and on this website (www.salesbury-stpeter.org.uk).   All proceeds will go to the fabric fund for our beautiful church building.            NEWS   follow link for update news   ++++++++++   WEB SITE ACTIVITY   follow link   +++++++++++ MISSION UPDATES   follow link

     

  

The Mission of  St. Peter's    What we are working to build We invite you to be part of it  'Mission to all through and by Prayer, Worship and Service'  Go to the Mission and Vision page to find out more

  

  

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