GUILD PROGRAMME

Autumn 2008

to

Spring 2009

 

Sept. 2^nd  – Jerusalem and all that!

Rev. Trevor Bates opens our 49^th session with tales of his studies in Israel. (Buffet supper.)

Sept. 9^th – She was poor but was she honest?

John Luckett entertains us with another of his humorous, historical talks – this time about the workhouse.

Sept. 16^th – Call My Bluff

Volunteers needed for the teams in this Guild style edition of the once popular panel game, chaired by Joe Harris.

Sept. 23^rd  – Coping in Older Age

Rev. Albert Jewell, former Pastoral Director of M. H. A. shares the findings of his recent Leeds study.

Sept. 30^th  – Silent Witness

County Coroner, Nev Oughtibridge talks about the lighter side of his work.

Oct.7^th – Sylvia’s Poems

Words and music brought to us by Val Smith.

Oct. 14^th – The Barnbow Lasses

Carol Smithies looks back at life in this local munitions factory during the First World War.

Oct.21^st  – Dei goes to War

A welcome return of Alan Pugh to tell us of his father’s war-time experiences.

Oct. 28^th  – Fire Prevention

A member of the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service gives tips on how to keep yourself safe from fire.

Nov. 4^th – Pea Soup and Parkin

Seasonal quiz and cuisine with Margaret Whincup and friends.

Nov. 11^th - A New View of Woodlesford

Terry Smart, local film-maker, shares his latest project with us.  

Nov. 18^th  – Health Matters

Physiotherapist Kevin Farley advises us how to exercise for health in older age.

Nov. 25^th – Thank you for the Music!

Colton Choir entertains.

Dec. 2^nd – Variety is the Spice of Life

An evening of words and music with Hilda Bonner.

Dec. 9^th – God bless us all, every one!

A Dickensian Christmas with Margaret Webb and friends.

Dec. 16^th – Good Christians all rejoice!

A traditional Carol Service led Peter Young and members of the Christ Church Worship Team.

Dec. 23^rd and Dec. 30^th – No meeting.

Jan. 6^th  – New Year Party

Party fun with Alison Roberts and friends.  Please note early start – 7.30p.m. Bring and share supper.

Jan. 13^th – Sound and Light

An audio-visual spectacular combining music and photography by Eddie Spence.

Jan. 20^th – What do I do?

Reflections on being Chair of the District by Rev. Liz Smith.

Jan. 27^th – The Stroke Association

Hear about the work of this association in helping to cope with life after a stroke.

Feb. 3^rd  – Behind the scenes at Elland Road

Rev. Paul Welch talks about his work as chaplain to Leeds United Football Club.

Feb. 10^th – Say Cheese!

Sort out your best shots for our annual photo competition, judged this year by Tony Steer.

Feb.17^th – Thinking caps on!

Our annual interdepartmental quiz with popular question-master Jonathan “My-word-is-final” Stocks.

Feb. 24^th – Pancake Bingo

A Shrove Tuesday celebration with Alison Roberts and Joan Egan.

Mar. 3^rd – Close-up on Israel

Bob and Joyce Nicholson share their experiences, with slides, of their recent visit to Israel.

Mar. 10^th – CMS

A representative of the Church Missionary Society talks about the work of this worthy organization.

Mar. 17^th – Rev. Robert Creamer

The Superintendent Minister of the Richmond Hill Circuit pays a visit to our Guild.

Mar. 24^th – Profile on Four

How much do you know about the charities we support? Come along and find out!

 

Mar. 31^st - Backwards and Forwards

Our A.G.M. – a time when we review our past session and look ahead to our next.

Apr. 7^th – Holy Week Service

Led by Rev. Joyce Nicholson and our own members.

 

Christ Church Halton Guild seeks to provide an opportunity for all people, young and old to have a meeting point. Here they can share their faith, look at the issues and needs of the local community and the wider world, enjoy cultural and artistic interests and participate in social activities.

If you would feel happier about coming out in the evenings if transport is provided, please contact Joyce Rudge. (Tel: 2946843)

If you are a busy person, please do not think you have to come on a regular basis. We understand that family, work and other commitments sometimes prevent this. You are welcome to come whenever you can.

In view of car park security problems we provide surveillance.

Further information can be obtained from:

Joint Presidents

Peter Grubb (Tel: 2646046) and Sheila Staveley (2602553)

Secretary

Barbara Harris

(Tel: 2934995)

  Meetings are held at 8.00pm

each Tuesday evening

at Christ Church,

Chapel Street, Halton.

(Tel: 232 8439)