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Bullseye News from the Parish of Hornchurch

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February 2020

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February 2020

News from the Parish of Hornchurch

St Andrew's, St George's, St Matthew's and Messy Church

If you give a loved one a greeting card on Valentine’s Day, that won’t be out of the ordinary. According to the Greeting Card

Association, 145 million Valentine cards will be purchased for the holiday that’s only second in sales to Christmas.

The celebration of the love shared between two individuals is a wonderful thing to uphold. At this time of year the world embraces the sending of cards, flowers, chocolates, romance, candlelit dinners, and passionate intimacy; but let’s take a look at five ways from the Bible to express love. They are unusual because the truth is, they are hard to practice. Let’s take a look at the first way of love.

Way #1: When you’re unhappy with the person you love, practice being kind. It’s easy to be kind to your loved one when he or she is acting respectfully and cheerfully. But when your loved one is behaving badly, it’s natural to give it to them with both barrels. Instead remember Romans 2:4 which teaches that “God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance.” God’s grace melts the hardest heart. Imitate Christ by treating your loved one with kindness, even when they may deserve your wrath.

Way #2: Consider your faults first. Jesus said in Luke 6:41-42, “Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye? How can you say to your brother, ‘Brother, let me take the speck out of your eye,’ when you yourself fail to see the plank in your own eye? You hypocrite, first take the plank out of your eye, and then you will see clearly to remove the speck from your brother’s eye.”

Was there a speck or fault in the brother’s eye? Yes, but there was a large fault in the accuser also. When you blame your

loved one for all your troubles you likely bear responsibility as well. Way #3: Overlook insults. Proverbs 12:16 says that “fools show their annoyance at once, but the prudent overlook an insult.” No one wants to be counted as fool. Rather, you want to be someone who is prudent – a person who acts with care and thought for the future. If you want to have a happy relationship, don’t be overly sensitive or hold a grudge for every offensive thing your loved one says (or fails to say).

Way #4: Value unity and tranquility. A good relationship is not a marketplace where you hustle to be in the lead. Nor is it a boxing ring where you live to fight and defend. A good relationship is to be a haven, a place of security and rest in this difficult world. Ecclesiastes 4:6 says, “Better one handful with tranquility than two handfuls with toil and chasing after the wind.” Instead of constantly defending your rights and cashing in on the entitlement spirit of our times, seek unity with your loved one. Seek peace.

Way #5 Remember the characteristics of Love and try to embody them in your relationships with others. Remember that in 1 Corinthians 13 we are told that,

“Love is patient, love is kind.

It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails.”

Last, Jesus stretched out his arms upon the cross as he declared his love for each of us, and so wherever you might find yourself at this time of year, know that you are loved, unconditionally, always.

Revd Saffron Ryan

LoveLoveLoveLove

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Events for this column: please send them to the editor [email protected]

or “M” pigeon hole Parish Mission Statement

What is our purpose? We strive to:

Love God Jesus said - “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength” Mark 12.30 NIV

“Worship in spirit and in truth” John 4.24 NIV

Grow in Faith and Understanding

St Paul said - “Grow up in Christ until you reach the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ” Ephesians 4.13 & 15 NIV

Bring others to knowledge of and faith in Jesus Christ

Jesus said - “Make all nations My disciples” Matthew 28.19 NIV

Serve the community Jesus said - “Love your neighbour as yourself” Mark 12.31 NIV

Weekly meetings

Mon. 10.15 am

8.00 pm

8.30 pm

Tadpoles St Andrew’s large hall, for children and their adults

Time Out (2nd)

Escape (1st & 3rd) small hall

Tues. ~ ~ ~ ~

Wed. 9.30- 11.00 am

0-2 Playgroup St Andrew’s hall. Toys, songs and craft, refreshments. All enquiries to Parish Office

Thur. 1.30 pm Little Fishes St Andrew’s large hall. Toys, stories and craft, refreshments, all welcome

Fri. ~ ~ ~ ~

Uniformed organisations meet on various nights of the week. Please contact their representatives for times (see page 12 for telephone numbers)

Disclaimer: Neither the Vicar, Parish Wardens, Parochial Church Council, nor the Editor take responsibility for the information given or views expressed in the Bullseye. Nor is any culpability accepted in work undertaken by advertisers.

Bullseye programme

Contents to the Editor 2020 March Bullseye Sunday 2nd Feb.

April Bullseye Sunday 1st March 2020 xx

Collating March Bullseye Wed. 26th Feb.

April Bullseye Wed. 25th March 2020 xx

The Bullseye for March will be in the churches by

Sunday 1st March 2020

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Visiting xx The Pastoral Care Team now have a dedicated phone number ~ 0789 55 12480. Therefore if you would like a home visit, hospital visit or even a chat please leave a voicemail or a text message on this number. Please note it may not be answered immediately but someone should contact you within a couple of days.

The 3rd Hornchurch Girls’ Brigade Company meets on a Friday night during term time between 6 pm and 7.30 pm at St Andrew's Church, High Street, Hornchurch. We have vacancies for girls aged between 4 and 6 years. We do badge work, games, trips out, theme nights. Come along and make new friends and have fun. For further details contact Karen Speller on 01708-442848

Sadly, there were a large number of vacant seats at St George’s for the Christmas Eve family service, probably due to the fact that there were no “Christingles” last year. The church was only about a third full, with just under 100 people. However, having said that, we are always delighted to welcome visitors. Those who did come along appeared to enjoy themselves with another new-style service led by Revd Saffron Ryan. We had the usual Twelve days of Christmas where, if there had been a prize for the best performance which there wasn‘t, it must surely have gone to the baby boy whose father swept him high in the air each time his birthday month came round, and who appeared completely unfazed by the whole experience. The main activity of the afternoon was a version of “pass the parcel” where everyone was given a small, sealed paper bag and told not to open it until told to do so. Saffron then narrated the story of the Nativity and, every time she said the word “left” we had to pass our bag to the person on our left. Likewise, when she said the word “right” we passed it to the right. This caused great amusement (especially for those of us who can’t tell their left from their right!) as the

changes happened very quickly. While all this was going on, a larger parcel was being circulated and, whenever, Saffron paused during the story, the person holding the parcel unwrapped one layer and explained what they had uncovered. That gave a clue for the next carol. This time, a prize would surely have gone to little Marnie, who entertained us with her dancing during the carol singing. Once we were able to open our paper bag, we discovered a tea light and a sweet. The main lights were turned off as we switched on our small light and then sang Silent Night, before the snow machine was switched on - which enthralled the children. As they left, each child was given a story book about the Christmas story and the retiring collection for the Children’s Society raised the sum of £130.00. Thanks, as always, to all those who helped set up the hall; everyone who took part; and those who helped clear up afterwards. It was much appreciated. Pat Bromhall

Life at St George’s

Forest Church Candlemas and St Brigid’s Day

2.00 pm Saturday 1st February

Come and join us at St Andrew’s Church

222 High Street Hornchurch RM12 6QP

For more information contact

Revd Tracey Harvey

07742 999 633

Charity of the Month Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF)

MAF flies medics, missionaries, patients and supplies into remote areas, often in peril from bandits and rival militias. Often there are no reliable roads. You can find out more at their website www.maf-uk.org and give generously.

They say “For over 70 years, MAF has been flying light aircraft over jungles, mountains, swamps and deserts. We enable more than 2,000 aid, development and mission organisations to bring medical care, emergency relief, long-term development and Christian hope to thousands of communities. Every four minutes an MAF plane is taking off or landing somewhere in the world to help eliminate the barriers to physical and spiritual transformation. Enabling partners is at the core of what we do and you can help make it possible.”

Peter Evans The Micah Group

Brigid, you could say, was the female Patrick of Ireland. Historical facts about this first abbess of Kildare (d.c. 525) may be scarce, but her ‘Lives’, written from the 7th century, tell many anecdotes and miracles which over the centuries have become deeply rooted in Irish folklore. Brigid came from a village near Kildare, of parents of humble origin, and is said to have been baptised by Patrick and became a nun at an early age. She is credited with founding the monastery of Kildare, a powerful influence for Christianity in Ireland. The miracles attributed to Brigid show her to have been a woman of great compassion and generosity. There are stories of how she could multiply food, especially butter, for the poor. Other

stories tell of her changing her bath-water to beer, in order to satisfy the thirst of unexpected visitors. Even her cows gave milk three times the same day, to enable visiting bishops to have enough to drink. Brigid’s cult grew rapidly in Ireland, where it became second only to that of Patrick. In England, there were at least nineteen ancient church dedications in her honour (the most famous is St Bride’s Fleet Street). There is also St Bride’s Bay, Dyfed, which underlines the strong connection between Irish and Welsh Christianity. St Brigid is patron of poets, blacksmiths, and healers. She is usually depicted with a cow lying at her feet, which recalls her phase as a nun-cowgirl.

1st February ~ Brigid of Ireland: compassion and love

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At Messy Church We Learn about God Welcome all the Family Activities & Crafts Eat Food Hear Bible Stories

Thursday 27th February 4.30-6.30pm North Street Hall, North Street, Hornchurch

and

Sunday 8th March 11.00-12.30 St Matthew’s Church, Chelmsford Drive

Take a look at our Facebook page

https://www.facebook.com/messychurchinhornchurch/

for regular updates and further details about when and where Messy Church is meeting. We look forward to seeing you at a Messy Church session very soon

The Hornchurch Parish Men’s Group meets at The Cranleigh in Hornchurch on the second Wednesday of each month from October to March inclusive. We enjoy a three course lunch followed by a speaker, except for the Christmas lunch when we have musical entertainment. Our Group is made up of members who are, in the main, retired and range in age from their fifties through to their nineties. Anyone who is interested in joining us for our lunches and after lunch entertainment is very welcome. We are a fairly lively Group who also enjoy arranged outings during the summer months. If you are interested in getting out of the house and joining with us please contact me, Clive Bishop on 01708 447534, to obtain full details, including the cost of membership and meals. I’ll look forward to hearing from you!

Simeon (Luke 2:25-35)

The waiting and the wondering are over, He is here, Revealed by the Spirit.

By the Spirit filled and led I come, With my own arms to hold Him, With my own eyes to know Him, Miniature of humanity, Fullness of God.

My blessing a reality check Of piercing and promise, Of rising and falling, To all people In the challenge of light.

In the peace of my leaving, Lord, And for your glory, Let the light shine.

Daphne Kitching

Time Out Our ladies group is an informal social group of mixed ages. We meet just one evening a month on the second Monday. We have planned meetings such as walks, games nights, pamper evenings, stretch and tone, swap shop, meals out, theatre. We also have impromptu evenings such as cinema, pub and catch up, quiz nights, theatre events and our book club.

Craft demonstration evening on Monday 10th February

In St Andrew’s small hall at 8.10pm. All welcome.

Contact

[email protected]

As late last year Islamic State released a video claiming to show the killing of 11 Christians in Nigeria, persecution watchdog Release International named Nigeria as a country of special concern for 2020. Other persecution hotspots are likely to include Iran and Iraq. A splinter group of Boko Haram produced the video claiming to show the beheading of 10 Christians in Nigeria and the shooting of an eleventh. The video was produced by the terrorist group, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Its release on December 26 appeared to be timed to coincide with the Christmas celebrations. ISWAP claimed the hostage murders were in revenge for the death of IS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who killed himself during an attack by US forces in October. Voice-over commentary to the video stated: ‘This message is to the Christians in the world. Those you see are Christians and we will shed their blood as revenge. The latest murders came as persecution watchdog Release International named Nigeria as a key country of concern for 2020. Tens of thousands of Christians are

being driven from their homes by the ongoing persecution in Nigeria. Nigeria’s government appears to lack the will or the power to prevent the killings. Christians in Nigeria are being targeted by three Islamist terror groups: Boko Haram, its offshoot ISWAP, and heavily armed Fulani militia who are killing thousands and taking over their villages. Archbishop Ben Kwashi, says: “Across the north, the mainly Muslim Fulani have been taking land from predominantly Christian farmers by force and occupying their villages.

“They attack, typically, in the middle of the night while people are sleeping. They shoot in the air and create panic to drive the villagers out. When the people flee from their houses into the darkness, the Fulani lie in wait with their machetes and cut them down. Again and again. And the government seems powerless to stop them.” Writing in a recent book, Neither Bomb Nor Bullet (Lion Hudson 2019), Archbishop Kwashi warns: “Nigeria has become the largest killing ground for Christians in the world today.”

Nigeria named as key Christian persecution hotspot in 2020

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Have you been to Morning Prayer Lately?

Start your day off well by spending half an hour in God’s company, held at 9am every weekday morning in St Andrew’s side chapel. Our regular prayer time is informal, with a psalm, a reading (plus a few comments about the reading) followed by prayer for the world, our parish and for those on our sick list. There is also time for a few moments quiet personal prayer (either silent or shared). If you haven’t been before, do come and try it. It will set you up for the day. God bless Revd Barbara Baker

After talking with Sister Marion recently, I was reminded how tough life can be for those living in Africa. After a long hot summer the ground is dry and hard, so when the rains came in Nov/Dec it ran straight over the surface instead of soaking into the earth. This is expected but when the rains are of ‘biblical’ proportions, people drown, mud houses are washed away, or worse, they collapse on the families sheltering inside them! The Poor Clare nuns in Myanga have been using the money we have sent them to help repair the houses that can be saved, but building new houses costs a lot more money. Now the rains have passed but the crops that were planted to be watered by those rains have been washed away in the deluge, and those who can afford to replant their crops, can’t do so until the NEXT rains come in March. With luck they then wait for months for them to grow before they have food . . . Myanga is usually lucky with rain because of the nearby Ugandan hills but they are now facing famine like the rest of East Africa; I know we can’t save everyone, but we can save lives in this particular village and the surrounding areas! Every penny of any money given to me will go directly to the Poor Clares in Myanga and be used for good causes, including buying sacks of

grain and beans etc to hand out rations to the starving. Thank you Terry Keens

Ps See below for details of our annual fundraiser . . .

Myanga needs our help!

A Quiz Night

To raise money for the people of Myanga, Kenya.

Saturday 15th Feb 2020 7pm for 7.30 start

at North Street Hall, Hornchurch BYO drinks. £6 each. Tables 8-10

Contact Terry Keens 01708 473408 or

The Parish Office 01708 441571 to book.

If you’re on your own we can sit you with others!

Writing Made Easy The ability to write, to create in words a descriptive picture of events unfolding in the mind. The telling of a story, to inspire, to comfort, to make the senses glow. To choose the right word, the correct phrase. To be able to fit one word against another and so lock together a sentence which might sing. To make the imagination run. All this, and to be guided by the Lord when I first look at a blank page. Terence Trimmer

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St James the Least of All On why pews are better than chairs . . .

From: The Rectory, St James the Least of All My Dear Nephew Darren, While it was good to see you when you visited us last Sunday, your suggestion to our churchwardens that chairs would be far more comfortable than our pews was not well received. You must remember that significant numbers in any congregation firmly believe that the more uncomfortable they are, the holier they must be. Pews, generally designed several centuries ago when legs were shorter and bottoms smaller, are conducive neither to comfort nor sleep - although Colonel Marchington achieves the latter unerringly every Sunday within minutes of arrival.

At least with pews, parishioners can make some pretence at kneeling, adopting that peculiar crouch only ever seen in church life. Attempt that with chairs and you are assured of sending the one in front sliding across the floor with a shriek. Chairs may be all very well in your own church, so you can create space for the delights of liturgical dance and baby clinics, but we prefer something more immovable. Little Miss Thripp has, over the years, created something of a nest where she sits, quietly bringing in cushions, travelling rugs and her own supply of books and peppermints. As for Major Hoare, I suspect he is installing a drinks cabinet in his pew.

Pews, unlike rows of chairs, also create territorial behaviour. If a visitor should sit in a pew where regulars have sat for the last 50 years, it is regarded as if it were the invasion of Poland. One innocent family once chose the pew where generations of the Psmith family have sat since dinosaurs roamed the land. The Psmiths had no intention of ceding territory peacefully and so for the whole of Mattins, one pew which should have held 6 people sat 9. When they stood to sing, the line exploded into the aisles on both sides, returning to their compressed state, necessitating staggered shallow breathing, when re-seated.

I will concede, however, that we made one mistake some years ago when the pews were re-varnished without having been fully cleaned first. The result is that every time the congregation stands, the organ is drowned out by the sound of tearing, while coats and jackets reluctantly part company with wood.

No, your congregation may relax in the luxury of padded chairs, but we will stoutly maintain our holy discomfort.

Your loving uncle, Eustace

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New Opportunity Groups Havering

Creative opportunities for adults with a learning disability

Groups provided ● Sensory Music and Movement Music and Movement workshop ● Pom Pom dancing

● Sensory and Creative Art ● Drama Workshop Very reasonably priced ~ refreshments included

No one is turned away ~ All Welcome Contact Joanne Metcalfe 07912947953 or [email protected]

Leaders needed Do you have some spare time and would be interested in volunteering with the biggest Scout Group in the Greater London Region? 8th Hornchurch are a large and successful group that are continuing to grow and they now find themselves looking for a number of volunteers. They are specifically looking for additional leaders to support the good work of the current Leaders to drive forward the ever growing Scout Group, allowing them to continue to offer fantastic opportunities and skills for life for children aged 6-14 years. No prior experience is required as the Scout Association will provide full training. All we need is enthusiasm, an interest in working with and developing young people and a small commitment to attend training, and regular section meetings with the occasional day trip and camps. You will have the opportunity to grow yourself by using your current skills, learning new ones and contributing to an amazing life-experience for you and your local community. This role does require a DBS disclosure (which will be paid for by Scouts). If you are interested in hearing more, please email [email protected]

xxHornchurch Library xxx 44 North Street Hornchurch

Not just for books; talks, activities and more. Contact the librarians on

01708 434903 for more information

Lent is a time to take stock of ourselves spiritually. This includes setting aside extra time for prayer. Here are some helpful things to remember as you settle down to it: People have been praying since Adam had a grandson named Enosh. The Bible tells us (Genesis 4:26) that it was during his days when ‘men began to call on the name of the Lord’. They have been doing it ever since. People have had their prayers answered by God since Genesis, too. But if you want to read some beautiful prayers and answers to them, browse through the Psalms. Again and again the psalmist writes: “the Lord heard my cry”. So – what do you need to bring to prayer? Just the tiniest amount of faith that God is even there... Jesus assures us that even faith as big as a tiny mustard seed will be

effective. What gives you the right to come before Almighty God? Jesus does. The Bible is clear that “there is one mediator between God and men, the man Jesus Christ”. (1 Timothy 2:5) The Bible makes clear that God does not stand on ceremony – in fact, He prefers our personal, spontaneous prayers. Jesus was very matter of fact about it: “When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” (Matthew 6:4) The Bible assures us that prayer will bring us good things: “we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need”. (Hebrews 4:16) Above all, prayer must be made with a pure heart. “If I had cherished sin in my

heart, the Lord would not have listened.” (Psalm 66:18) That simply means that if you know you are doing something wrong, and intend

to keep right on doing it, don’t waste your time praying. Finally, what can be the results of your prayers this Lent? Well, here are seven, to start with . . .

1. Joy and deep happiness. (John 16:24) 2. Relief from your worry, stress and tension (Philippians 4:6,7) 3. Wisdom and more mental clarity (James 1:5,6) 4. Protection and deliverance from temptations (Matthew 26:41) 5. An ability to share the Good News of Jesus to other people (Matthew 9:38) 6. Strength to persevere when you feel under spiritual attack (Ephesians 6:18) 7. A growing thankfulness to God, who is worthy of all glory (Revelation 4:11)

Revd John Tyler Writer at Parish Pump

Easy Sudoku Solution on Page 11

Trumpets

On Mount Sinai a trumpet sounds As Moses ascends to meet God alone, He’s given commandments to bring to the people Written down on tablets of stone.

Joshua leads the armies of God, The trumpets blast as they march around, Impenetrable though the city seems Jericho’s walls come tumbling down.

Another trumpet is waiting to sound When we meet our Saviour face to face. With awe and wonder we think of that day Of standing before Him – the God of all grace.

Megan Carter

Lent: a good time to deepen your prayer life

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Thames Chase Forest Centre, Pike Lane, Cranham

Thames Chase Community Forest celebrates

30th year The Community Forest has planted over a million trees through its 40 sq miles during the last 30 years transforming much of the area into a green haven for both people and wildlife. With the growing realisation of the importance of trees in counteracting air pollution in our cities, the Community Forest could be described as the ‘lungs’ of East London. The importance of trees to our health and wellbeing is now clearly understood and preserving our mature trees and woodlands and creating new woodland is the major aim of the Community Forest as it moves forward into the next 30 years of landscape regeneration. In 1990, at its creation, the Forest area enjoyed just 6% tree cover and through its 30 years working with local organisations and communities has been steadily working towards 30% . This is a challenging vision that requires co-operation and support from everyone. Whether you represent a local authority, charity, business or if you are an existing or prospective volunteer, or simply a user of the forest, there is a role that you can play. To become a supporter of the Community Forest or find out more contact the Visitor Centre or visit the website www.thameschase.org.uk

Events at the Forest Centre Valentines Cream Tea ~ Friday 14th February 2:30-4:30pm Celebrate the most romantic day of the year with a tasty cream tea in our beautiful forest centre in the heart of the Thames Chase Community Forest. As well as some delicious treats you will be treated to some timeless romantic classics played by live musicians. Booking is essential at £9 per person. Gift vouchers available from the Forest Centre. Sunday market and family activities ~ Sunday 16th February 10am-2pm Local produce stalls and a range of craft stalls and demonstrations. Help the birds to prepare for spring by making a bird box for your garden (booking essential at £5 per box), a nesting ball and feeding ball. Then follow the bird box trail through the woods to adopt a bird box at Broadfields. A Stargazing Adventure through the woods at Broadfields ~ Friday 21st February from 5.30pm in association with Havering Astronomical Society. Can you find the Fallen Star Necklace? There will be two walks along surfaced paths with fun tasks along the way. Complete the task to find the 5 Fallen Stars that turn into crystals for the lost necklace. During this evening the Havering Astronomical Society will help us to learn about outer space and the stars, through talks, demonstrations and viewing the night sky through a telescope, (weather permitting). Children may wish to dress up to blend in with stars and space. Light refreshments provided during the evening. Booking essential from the Forest Centre as numbers are limited. Tickets £8pp or £28 for a family of 4.

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werty If you are interested in being a sponsor please telephone the Parish Office on 01708 441571 werty

Floodlighting of St Andrew’s Church, Hornchurch

Do you have a special occasion coming up or a loved one whom you wish to remember in a special way? For £30 you could sponsor the floodlighting for a month. Contact the Parish Office on 01708 44157 if you want to know more.

Hornchurch Country Park, Squadrons Approach, Hornchurch, RM12 6DF Ingrebourne Valley Visitor Centre Open daily 9am - 5pm: (spring hours from February)

Café, Gift shop, Picnic facilities, Toilets, Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)

Nature Tots ~ Tuesdays and Fridays (including School Holidays) 10.30am-midday. Indoor and outdoor fun for toddlers and pre-schoolers with parents and carers; £6 donation in advance per child per session, £4 additional siblings. First session free taster. It’s never too late to get online – Every Tuesday ~ Phone to check then drop in between 10.30am-12.30pm. Improve your computer and digital skills with help and advice from one of our friendly volunteers; help setting up email accounts to ordering shopping online or using Skype. Bring along your own device to the Visitor Centre reception desk. No need to book. Free of charge MERLINS BIRD WATCHING CLUB for Young People ~ Every Thursday in the school holidays and once a month on Saturdays during term time – Armed with binoculars, bird guide and notepad (all provided) join friendly volunteer Brenda our birdwatching guide to spot, observe and identify the bird life of Hornchurch Country Park. Suitable for 8 years + (unaccompanied). £6 donation in advance per child, siblings £4. BIRDIE BIRDS ~ A Sociable Bird Watching Club for Women ~ One Sunday per month ~ Join Brenda and enjoy a walk around Hornchurch Country Park and surrounding areas spotting and identifying birds and other wildlife along the way. £5 donation in advance per person, booking essential. Forest Schools – Every Tuesday Afternoon 1.00pm – 2.30pm. Plus Sunday 9th February 10.30am – 12.0pm. Learning through nature and play with trained Level 3 Forest School Leaders. Outdoors activities and fun in the woods. Gain skills and work towards confidence in the outdoors. Age pre school 2 ½ to 5 years Donation £6.00 First Child, Siblings £4 (Children must be accompanied by an Adult) Booking essential. Introduction to Wildlife Dates to be confirmed Time 10.00am – 12.00noon Join local naturalist Dave McGough on a walk around Hornchurch Country park and surrounding area to experience the fantastic array of wildlife that the valley holds. Suitable for beginners. Please bring your own Binoculars. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Donation: £5.00 per person. Booking Essential. Bugs & Beastie Thursday 8th February 10.00am – 11.00am, 11.00am – 12.00pm. come and explore the different habitats at Hornchurch Country Park. All equipment supplied. Suitable for ages 3+. Please dress to suit the weather. Donation £6.00 per person Booking required Family Forest School After School Club. Dates: February13th, 27th, March 13th, 27th at 3.45pm -5.15pm. Ingrebourne Valley. Forest School a club is based outdoors in the woods. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear suitable clothing for outdoors. Donation £6.00 First Child, Siblings £4 (Children must be accompanied by an Adult) Booking essential

February Half Term Homes & Habitats Monday 17th February, Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd Just Turn Up between 10.00am – 3.30pm Country Park walk and habitat trail, solve the clues and back to the centre to receive your Prize. Pease wear suitable clothing for muddy paths. Donation: £3.00 per child. Drop in, Self-Lead Bird Box Making. Tuesday 18th February 12.00am – 1.30pm, 1.30pm – 2.30pm Make a nest box for a Robin or Blue Tit. Children must be accompanied Donation £6.00 per child. Suitable for ages 5+ Booking Required Den Building & Campfire Cooking. Tuesday 18th and Friday 21st February 2020. Time 10.00am – 11.00am. 11.00pm – 12.00pm. Please dress to suit the weather. Donation: £6.00 per child. Adults and children welcome. Booking Required. Forest School Drop off Day Wednesday 19th February, 9.00am – 4.00pm Led by Level 3 forest school practitioners in the beautiful Ingrebourne Woodlands. Over 5’s drop off day for unaccompanied children. Please bring packed lunch. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and waterproofs. Sessions will be based solely outdoors no matter what Donation:£20.00 per child Bug Hunting Woods Thursday 20th February 10.00am – 11.00am, 11.00am – 12.00pm. All equipment supplied. Suitable for ages 3+. Please dress to suit the weather. Donation £6.00 per person Booking required River Dipping Thursday 20th February 2020. 1.00pm-2.00pm, 2.00pm – 3.00pm. Meet at Hacton Lane car park and take a little walk to a natural meander where we will be using nets and ID charts to discover and identify the creatures that live in the river Ingrebourne. Wellies will definitely be needed. Donation £6.00 per person Booking required Bug Hotels Friday 21st February 12.30pm -1.30pm, 1.30pm – 2.30pm Come along to the Visitor Centre and make your own bug hotel to take home. Donation: £6.00 per person. Booking Required Toad House Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd February 12.30pm – 3.30pm Learn how toads and frogs survive in the wild and how you can help. Build your own toad house. Donation: £6.00 per child. Drop in between the booking times, Booking is Essential Practical Conservation Volunteer Days ~ The Friends of Ingrebourne Valley and Hornchurch Country Park run Conservation Volunteer Days on a Sunday, usually the third Sunday of the month. For information or to find out about their next volunteer day, please contact Ray by email at [email protected] or ring 07933-172921. Please leave message if not answered. http://www.essexwt.org.uk/reserves/ingrebourne

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Crosswords reproduced by kind

permission of BRF and John

Capon, originally published in

Three Down, Nine Across,

by John Capon (£6.99 BRF)

Across 8 Interrogated (Acts 12:19) (5-8) 9 ‘Burn it in a wood fire on the — heap’ (Leviticus 4:12) (3) 10 Tobit, Judith, Baruch and the books of Esdras and the

Maccabees are part of it (9) 11 Science fiction (abbrev.) (3-2) 13 Clay pit (anag.) (7) 16 Went to (John 4:46) (7) 19 ‘Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to —

your bodies as living sacrifices’ (Romans 12:1) (5) 22 David’s plea to God concerning those referred to in 14 Down:

‘On — — let them escape’ (Psalm 56:7) (2,7) 24 Royal Automobile Club (1,1,1) 25 How the book of Ezekiel refers to God more than 200 times

(Ezekiel 2:4) (9,4) Down 1 Seas (Proverbs 8:24) (6) 2 One of the sons of Eli the priest, killed in battle by the

Philistines (1 Samuel 4:11) (6) 3 Specialist in the study of the Muslim religion (8) 4 ‘Do not rebuke an older man harshly, but — him as if he were

your father’ (1 Timothy 5:1) (6) 5 One of Esau’s grandsons (Genesis 36:11) (4) 6 Taking a chance (colloq.) (2,4) 7 God’s instructions to the Israelites concerning grain offerings:

‘— salt to — your offerings’ (Leviticus 2:13) (3,3) 12 Confederation of British Industry (1,1,1) 14 ‘All day long they twist my words; they are always — to harm

me’ (Psalm 56:5) (8) 15 The crowd’s reaction to Jesus bringing back to life a widow’s

son in Nain (Luke 7:16) (3) 16 Disappear (Psalm 104:35) (6) 17 How Jeremiah was likely to die if he wasn’t rescued from the

cistern where he was imprisoned (Jeremiah 38:9) (6) 18 What the prophets do to a wall, with whitewash (Ezekiel 13:10, RSV) (4,2) 20 Made by a plough (Job 39:10) (6) 21 Noah was relieved when the flood waters continued to —

(Genesis 8:5) (6) 23 Jesus gave the Twelve the power and authority to do this to

diseases (Luke 9:1) (4)

ACROSS:

8, Cross-examined. 9, Ash. 10, Apocrypha. 11, Sci-fi. 13, Typical. 16, Visited. 19, Offer. 22, No account. 24, RAC. 25, Sovereign Lord.

DOWN:

1, Oceans. 2, Hophni. 3, Islamist. 4, Exhort. 5, Omar. 6, On spec. 7, Add all. 12, CBI. 14, Plotting. 15, Awe. 16, Vanish. 17, Starve. 18, Daub it. 20, Furrow. 21, Recede. 23, Cure.

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Sudoku solution from P7

Wednesday Music Evenings at Hornchurch Library

Wed 12th February - Festivals, Fiestas, Fairs & Carnivals! presented by Stephen Raindle With the General Election over and the Brexit situation hopefully resolved, it'll be time to get in the celebratory mood with music of fiestas, carnivals and fairs. Expect a colourful and exciting selection of music. Wed 26th February - Big Bands & Big Vocalists of the 1950s presented by Alan Morris Alan is our jazz and big band aficionado who will be playing music that will include Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and of course Frank Sinatra. xxx Our programmes start at 7.30pm and finish at 9.30pm and are held in the main meeting room, 1st floor, Hornchurch Library. Busses 165, 256 and 370 pass the door. Admission to the meetings is free of charge but we do ask for a nominal donation to cover the interval refreshments. No need to pre-book, just turn up. For further information call Stephen 01708 470670 or email [email protected]

During my days as a choirboy I recall that some of the popular hymns were composed by the Revd JB Dykes. At the Annual National Service for Seafarers in St Paul’s Cathedral which I attended some years ago (held annually since 1905) of the four hymns sung, two were of his composition. One of course was the tune Melita, the words Eternal Father, strong to save, known as the Navy Hymn for both the Royal Navy the US Navy and several Commonwealth navies, perhaps a must for all maritime services. The other was the tune Gerontius, the words Praise to the Holiest in the height. So who was John Bacchus Dykes, the composer of hymn tunes that are so popular and so durable? He was born on 10th August 1823 in Hull, the port which was the home of one of the largest fishing fleets. So it is not surprising that he was also responsible for the tune Aelred (Fierce raged the tempest o’er the deep). His family were friends of the abolitionist William Wilberforce who was also from Hull. Whilst still a schoolboy, he became

the organist at St John’s Hull. He studied for a classical degree at St Catherine’s College, Cambridge from 1843-7 and while there he founded the Cambridge University Choir. He was ordained in 1848 and took up the position of Minor Canon and Precentor at Durham Cathedral in 1849. In 1850 he married Susan Kingston; they had several children. He then submitted seven hymns for the first edition of Hymns Ancient and Modern in 1861 and all were accepted. A further fifty three more were included, 7½% of the entire contents. Among these are such old favourites as Rievaulx (Father of Heav’n whose love profound), Nicaea (Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty), Dominus regit me (The King of Love my Shepherd is). In 1851 he was invited to Horley from where he had the inspiration to compose Hollingside, the tune to which is sung

Jesu Lover of my soul. From 1862 until 1876 he was at St Oswald’s Durham but sadly he found himself at odds with his Bishops over his High Church principles. An eventual mental breakdown caused him to be sent to an asylum at Ticehurst Sussex where he died on 22nd

January 1876. His youngest son John St Oswald Dykes, born 1863, also became a talented musician. A pupil of Clara Schumann, he was eventually a Professor at the Royal College of Music.

Russell Spencer

Who composed the music?

Lent Begins Shrove Tuesday 25th February

(Pancake Day) xx

Ash Wednesday 26th February

Holy Communion with Imposition of Ashes

St Andrew’s Church 8pm

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WHO’s WHO in the Parish of Hornchurch

UNIFORMED

ORGANISATIONS

Scouts, Cubs and Beavers: Andrew Rice 01277 262702 Girls’ Brigade: Karen Speller 01708 442848 Guides , Brownies and Rainbows:

Sandra Cox 01708 442625

PARISH STAFF

(Days off in brackets)

Vicar: Interregnum 01708 441571 Associate Minister Revd Ken Wylie (Friday) 01708 441571

Curate Revd Saffron Ryan (Friday) 01708 441571

READERS

Pat Bromhall 01708 441571

Carole Sherratt 01708 441571

PASTORAL CARE TEAM

0789 55 12480

PARISH OFFICE

222 High Street, Hornchurch, RM12 6QP

www.parishofhornchurch.co.uk

Office hours: Monday—Thursday 10.00am - 4.00pm

Friday 10.00—12 noon.

General enquiries about Baptism, Marriages and Hall bookings should be made to

St Andrew’s Parish Office

Staff: Arlene Trump and Jackie Bruniges

Tel: 01708 441571 e-mail: [email protected]

PARISH WARDENS

Sandra Cox 01708 442625

Mike Harder 01708 447212

Choir Master Bill Brooks 01708 509489

Organist and Worship Band

coordinator Andy Losq xx

PRAYER NETWORK Jane Harder and Jacquie Humphreys

oo01708 441571

S U N D AY S E R V I C E S i n t h e P a r i s h o f H o r n c h u r c h

8.30 am: Morning Worship at St Andrew's Church 10.15 am: at St Andrew’s, St George’s and 11.00 am at St Matthew’s: Parish Worship (on the 1st Sunday, the daughter churches have a combined Holy Communion at St Andrew’s.) 6.30 pm: Evening Services at St Andrew's. 3rd Sunday Contemporary Service at St Matthew’s Thursdays 10.00 am Mid-week Holy Communion at St Andrew’s

Hornchurch Parish Churches December 2019

Baptisms

None

Marriages

In Memoriam “I am the resurrection and the life” John 11v25

Nov 24

Graham COATES 68 Dec 7 8 9

John Ernest COE 78 John Lionel WILSON 96 Mary DRISCOLL 88

None

BULLSEYE

Editor: Carol Metcalfe 01708 451535 [email protected] Advertising:

Arlene Trump [email protected]

Distribution: Martin Withers 01708 229564

Copyright: The contents of Bullseye is either original work or taken from the Parish Pump to which the committee subscribe. Before copying any articles please obtain the permission of the editor of the Bullseye

St Andrew's Church 222 High Street RM12 6QP

St George's Church Kenilworth Gardens RM12 4SG

St Matthew's Church Chelmsford Drive RM14 2PH

Messy Church

SAFEGUARDING TEAM

by e-mail to Children

[email protected] Adults [email protected]

The Three protect thee

The God of life to encompass thee, Loving Christ encompass lovingly, The Holy Ghost encompasser be Cherishing, aid, enfolding to send, To defend.

The Three be about thy head to stand, And the Three be about thy breast, The Three about thy body at hand For each day, for each night of rest, The Trinity compassing strong Thy life long.

From Poems of the Western Highlanders

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