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OUR MISSION

A community seeking to live well with God,

gathered around Jesus Christ in prayer and fellowship,

and committed to welcome, worship and witness.

The Church Office Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6AL

01756 710238 office@boltonpriory.org.uk

The Rector The Rectory, Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6AL

01756 710326 rector@boltonpriory.org.uk

Curate 07495 151987

curate@boltonpriory.org.uk Website

www.boltonpriory.church

SUNDAY

08.00 Holy Communion

09.15 Liquid Family Worship First Sunday of month

10.30 Sung Eucharist

WEDNESDAY

10.00 Holy Communion

18.45 Choir Practice

All regular services are according to the Book of Common Prayer (BCP), except for the Family service, an informal service for young and old.

WEDDINGS and BAPTISMS: By arrangement via the Church Office.

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Issue Number 451 August 2018

From the Rector

Being and becoming

Writing In the September 2013 issue of the Bolton Abbey Parish Magazine, just before my arrival as Rector, the Revd James Turnbull, one of our beloved honorary priests, commented: we can depend on Simon. I am sure he will feel able to depend on us. It is for others to judge the quality of my own dependability over the past five years. As far as the second part of James’s comment is concerned I want to say unequivocally to all of you, both in the Priory community and across the whole parish, that I have indeed been able to depend on you: for prayerful support, for collective wisdom, for sound advice, and above all for friendship. We have journeyed together in fellowship and I am grateful for all you have contributed to my continuing formation as a disciple of Christ. Whatever has been accomplished during my time here has only been possible through the grace of God and through the abundant sharing of our complementary gifts.

I wrote in June about the need for ordained ministers always to be open to a call from God that might lead them on a physical journey into a new community. But God’s calling is not the preserve of the ordained. All of us are called by God to become more fully what God longs us to be. We don’t have to move to a new community to be obedient to that call and to become citizens of God’s Kingdom. As R S Thomas reminds us, …….to get There takes no time and admission Is free, if you purge yourself Of desire, and present yourself with Your need only and the simple offering Of your faith, green as a leaf.

For all that has been, and for all that is to come: thanks be to God.

With love, and with prayers for God’s blessing on you all,

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Rector’s Notes

Rector’s last Sunday: My last Sunday at the Priory will be 19 August. There will be no 08.00 service on that day and Anne and I look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at the 10.30 Sung Eucharist. Jonathan’s final Sunday: This will be 16 September. As I will have moved by then, I want to say through the magazine how much I have valued Jonathan’s colleagueship, friendship, and partnership in the Gospel over the past three years. I have learned much from him, and his immense gifts will be a great blessing to the parish of St James, Woodside. I know that Jonathan, along with Rebecca, Arthur, Nicholas, Bill and Charlie will carry with them the prayers of this community of which they have been such a valued part. Process for appointment: Last month the Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven, the Ven Beverley Mason, met the PCC to explain the process for appointing my successor. If you have any questions about the process itself our Churchwardens, Paul and Matt, will be pleased to help. I fully understand that there are anxieties about Sunday worship and pastoral care during the vacancy. Please be assured that robust planning is already underway to ensure that worship and pastoral care are well provided for over the coming months. Installation as the Dean of Wakefield: My Installation at Wakefield is to take place on Saturday 29 September at 15.30. A coach has been organised for those who wish to travel without the worry of parking in Wakefield. Please sign up on the sheet in the Tower if you wish to join the coach party. Bishop of Ripon at the Priory: Bishop Helen-Ann, our Area Bishop, will preach and preside at the 10.30 Sung Eucharist on Sunday 09 September. This will be an excellent opportunity to meet Bishop Helen-Ann and to assure her of the Priory’s support and prayers for her ministry. Appointment of the Archdeacon as Bishop of Warrington: After her visit to our PCC, it was announced that the Archdeacon of Richmond and Craven, the Ven Beverley Mason, is to become the next Suffragan Bishop of Warrington in the Diocese of Liverpool. We offer our congratulations and good wishes to Bev on her appointment. (Please note that this news has absolutely no implications for the timings surrounding the process of appointing my successor.)

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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL 26 JUNE 2018 Judith Clark a student from Cuddesdon Theological College was in attendance at this PCC meeting and was very warmly welcomed to our meeting held in the Village Hall after the public information event about the heating project. The information boards and leaflets which Jonathan had prepared professionally ensured a good reflection of what the heating project involves and costs. Jonathan reported that there was a good level of engagement by attendees and the Rector thanked Jonathan and everyone who had been involved. A stoic effort indeed. Three tenders have been received with due diligence ongoing with one selected contractor. Jonathan hoped that the Works Committee would be in a position to confirm the final budget at the next PCC meeting in July. Concerns were raised about the level of farm crime in the local area. The Rector mentioned that he had been told by our insurers that an ‘open church’ is less likely to have problems than a locked one!!! The keyboard in the Boyle Room, which is used for choir practice, has died and we need a replacement. Lyn Bartlett has been loaning her keyboard temporarily for which we all are grateful. Once there has been a costing the PCC unanimously agreed that the Music Fund and the Concert Series surplus could share the cost. Oakfield school children, including six children in wheelchairs, had been to visit our Priory and thoroughly enjoyed themselves. The Guides are now looking forward to the visit of the Chernobyl children in the near future. The Rector informed us all that his last Sunday service would be on the 19 August. Matt Hey is arranging for a coach for people wishing to attend his installation at Wakefield Cathedral on the 29

September at 15.30 pm. Jonathan will be leaving on Sunday 16 September and will be licensed on Monday 01 October at St. James, Horsforth at 19.30. The Rector suggested that Evening Prayer on a Sunday, at which the congregation was rarely more than three including clergy, should be suspended from 01 September until the end of the vacancy. This was unanimously agreed. Judith thanked everyone for the warm welcome and said she was enjoying her stay with us. She will be preaching on Sunday 15 July.

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Tony Cantlow couldn’t join us for his last PCC (engagement with the Bishop), he sent his best wishes and I quote ‘My thoughts and prayers will be with you all throughout the months ahead. Our prayers are also with you Tony, as you go forward in your Ministry. Sandra Stubbs PCC Secretary Please note that the June magazine had gone to press before the June PCC meeting.

PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL MEEETING 24 JULY 2018 This was our Rector’s last PCC meeting and the opening prayer was very pertinent to us all. The PCC agreed unanimously for the railing to be installed at the top of the tower ,to aid with repairing the roof at a cost of £190 including installation. This does not need a faculty. The organist had recommended a new keyboard including adjustable stool and delivery the cost would be £920.99 which will be shared by the Music Fund and the Concert Series surplus as previously agreed. The PCC has accepted, on recommendation by the works committee, Dale Contractors Ltd as the preferred contractor for the heating project. The PCC will also take a decision about the timing of the construction/installation phase on or before the 23 October with a budget of £557,515 (with an anticipated VAT reclaim of £87,326). Since we have both Scheduled Monument Consent and a recommendation for Faculty from the DAC, there is no reason why fundraising cannot begin immediately. The Rector mentioned that we all have skills for fundraising which should be utilised. He also thanked Jonathan and Andy Carr for the technical expertise they had brought to the project and to all the works committee for all their hard work. On behalf of Michael Heatley, the Rector presented the six monthly church accounts. He also thanked Margaret Cody for her merchandising skills. Church income was down during the first three months of the year due to the cold weather and the heating not working for several weeks. The church income was approximately £5,000 down but expenditure was approximately £9,000 less which means a deficit over the six month period of approximately £2,500. The ‘Live Nativity’ will take place on 15 December. Everything is in

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place, including the script and Jonathan will be meeting on the site with Revd Alex Wheatley, curate at Christ Church, Skipton , who will be the clergy presence on the day. The Montessori school children are eager to take part again. The Priory Concert series was very successful. Lionel is most grateful to all who helped raise a net income of approximately £3,000 plus. Most grateful thanks were offered to Kirbys of Harrogate for their generous sponsorship. Once again the children from Belarus visited the Priory. It was wonderful to see them enjoying themselves and hopefully managing to cross the river without getting wet. Gerry thanks all the guides and others who gave their time in welcoming and anyone who would like to help please contact him. It was noted that a national initiative, Ringing Remembers, was in place involving churches ringing bells on Sunday 11 November to mark the armistice that ended WWI hostilities. The meeting ended with the PCC secretary on behalf of the PCC thanking Simon for all the hard work that he had put into the Christian services at various points in the Christian calendar. This had been well received and appreciated by many in the congregation. Also the other projects including helping the PCC to go forward with the new lighting system and for his vision of the future for our beautiful Priory. It has been a great pleasure working alongside him in the PCC and for his valuable wisdom, help and support. We all extended to Simon and Anne best of wishes as he moves forward in his ministry. Sandra Stubbs, PCC Secretary.

THE CAIN FAMILY On Sunday 16 September, with great regret, we have to say goodbye to Jonathan, Rebecca and their four sons. They have added so much to our Priory Family and we shall miss them all. We wish Jonathan every blessing in his new role at Horsforth. A farewell celebration will take place after the 10.30 service. Everyone is warmly invited to attend.

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CHARITY GALA CONCERT WITH ALEXANDRA LOWE

and guests from the

Guildhall School of Music and Drama

At the Priory Church

On Saturday 20 October at 19.30

IN SUPPORT OF THE CHARITIES BOWEL CANCER

AND COMBAT STRESS

Men of Oar was formed to support Robin Drysdale who was diagnosed with Bowel cancer in August 2017. He was fortunately diagnosed at Stage Two and his condition was treated through surgery and chemotherapy. Robin will be one of the rowers. Three of the team, Sam Bolt-Laurence, Will Theakston and David Wallis are serving and ex-serving army personnel. Having witnessed the effects of increased mental illness among former military members they want to raise awareness of the work done by the veteran mental health charity – Combat Stress. The Men of Oar will take part in a 3,000 trans-Atlantic row from the Canary Islands to Antigua to raise £25,000 for the charities. A 40 day journey of relentless rowing and sleep deprivation not to mention numerous sores and blisters. The row is part of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge which starts in December 2018. All four rowers will be present at the concert and will give a short presentation about the challenge that faces them. Alexandra Lowe

TICKETS at £20 include an interval drink in the Tower of the Priory.

For tickets and further information contact: Carol Dawson, Home Farm, Beamsley, North Yorkshire BD23 6HJ

Email: enquiries@alexandralowe.co.uk www.menofoar.com

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Recently the Bradford Telegraph and Argus featured an article about the work of Baby Basics highlighting the plight of some of the mums whom Baby Basics have helped.

Some have fled from violent relationships, others are asylum seekers or victims of trafficking. Food Banks are on the increase and help from them is readily accessible but little is known of these vulnerable women who desperately need help. To this end Lorely Russell set up the Bradford branch of Baby Basics and to date has sent out 100 Moses baskets with new mattresses filled with nappies, toiletries, blankets and other essentials for a new born baby. July was a very busy month, including a request for supplies for a set of twins. Baby Basics is meeting the demands of these vulnerable people and the congregation of Bolton Priory has contributed and helped so generously. A big, big, thank you,

Mary Vineall

A Baby basics starter pack

Paula Clayton, a student midwife collects the 100th Bradford Baby basics starter pack from Lorely Russell.

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LEAVING COLLECTION FOR CANON SIMON COWLING There will be a plate for this in the Tower on Sundays 05,12 August. Cheques should be made payable to ‘The Priory Church’ and donations can also be sent to or left in the Church office.

WORLD’S BIGGEST COFFEE MORNING

28 September 10.30 to 12.00 The Priory Church will hold a coffee morning to help raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support’s ‘The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’. This is one of the most successful one day fundraising events in the UK. This year the coffee morning will be held on Friday 28 September at Bolton Abbey Village Hall starting at 10.30 and finishing at 12.00. There will be homemade cakes and preserves on sale as well as a raffle

with an array of prizes. Tickets will be available nearer the time at £4.50 each. If you can’t come we would appreciate any donation to help us towards our goal.

Offers of help on the day, cakes and raffle prizes will be gratefully appreciated. Please contact Margaret Cody 01756 710238. After the successful selling of overabundant vegetables, kindly donated last year, we will be doing this again. If you have any please give them to Margaret or put them on the bench in church where there will be a sign and collection plate for donations. My rocket leaves have already sold out once with very generous donations! Margaret Cody

BOLTON ABBEY WI Bolton Abbey WI meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 19.30 in the Village Hall. If you would like to meet new friends (or catch up with old ones) and have a nice supper, please come along, we'd be delighted to see you.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday 21 August at 19.30 when the speaker will be Nora Lewis who will be talking about her career Nursing in the Navy.

For any further information please contact Margy Stockdale on 01756 720677.

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AUGUST

01 Wednesday 12.30 Memorial Service for Margaret Horsley

03 Friday 14.00 Marriage of Jonathan Moxham and

Taryn Holman

04 Saturday 14.15 Marriage of Daniel Ramm and

Fiona Winser

05 SUNDAY TRINITY 10

09.15 Liquid Family Service

06 Monday The Transfiguration of Our Lord

11 Saturday 13.00 Marriage of Chris Ashley and

Leanne Bailey

12 SUNDAY TRINITY 11

12.30 Holy Baptism, Olwen Davies

19 SUNDAY TRINITY 12

Rector’s final Sunday at the Priory

21 Tuesday 19.30 Bolton Abbey WI meet in BAVH

24 Friday St Bartholomew

25 Saturday 14.00 Marriage of Robin Drysdale and

Stephanie Packett

26 SUNDAY TRINITY 13

12.30 Holy Baptism, Wren Davies

18.30 Cricket Club Dinner at the Tithe Barn

27 Monday 11.15 Madrigalis to sing for pleasure in the

Priory Church all welcome

SEPTEMBER

02 SUNDAY TRINITY 14

09.15 Liquid Family Service

12.30 Holy Baptism, Imogen Waters

04 Tuesday 19.30 PCC

05 Wednesday 19.30 The Wednesday Nighters

08 Saturday 09.00 Meeting for those wishing to be

married at the Priory

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09 SUNDAY TRINITY 15

14.00 Holy Baptism, Rufus Watson

13 Thursday 09.00 Priory Friends’ visit to Haughton Tower and

Blackburn Cathedral

15 Saturday 13.00 Marriage of Thomas Forster and

Katy Green

14.00 Boyle and Petyt Harvest Show

15.30 Marriage of Rupert Cardash and

Leila Dickinson

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Jonathan Cain’s last Sunday at the Priory EVENING PRAYER From 02 September, Evening Prayer will be suspended in the Priory owing to the vacancy of the incumbent.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

HARVEST FESTIVAL Sunday 07 October Followed by Harvest Lunch in the Village Hall.

MADRIGALIS Madrigalis is a small cappella group who will be singing in the Priory at 11.15 on 27 August. They formed four years ago to sing madrigals. Their repertoire now includes a variety of early sacred and secular music together with Victorian and modern pieces. The group enjoys singing in churches in and around the Dales.

FRIENDS’ VISIT TO HOUGHTON TOWER AND BLACKBURN CATHEDRAL There are a few places remaining for the Friends’ visit to Houghton Hall, near Preston, and Blackburn Cathedral. Departure from Bolton Abbey car park is at 09.00 on 13 September. The cost is £40 per person. Anyone who is interested in joining the party should send their cheque in a SAE to the Parish Office.

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THE WEDNESDAY NIGHTERS Wednesdays Bolton Abbey Village Hall 19.30

The first meeting of the season will be on Wednesday 05 September at 19.30 in Bolton Abbey Village Hall. This will be a talk and slide show entitled ‘Exploring Crete’ given by Richard Jones. Everyone is very welcome to come along. Entrance is free, we hold a raffle to cover our costs. If you would like to help with tea and cake after the meeting please have a word with Margaret Cody 01756 710587.

03 Oct 200 Years of Addingham Sawmill

Ron Barrett

07 Nov David Hockney – Art and Artist

Gaby Robertshaw

05 Dec Christmas Dinner

Tickets available at the October and November meetings

FROM THE PARISH REGISTERS HOLY BAPTISM

17 June Alfred Charles Sells Hurwood

24 June Savannah Brooke Holloway

SOLEMNIZATION OF MATRIMONY

01 June Christopher Wilson and Sarah-Jane Stapleton

Andrew Saxby and Lynsey Battye

02 June Luke Greenway and Sarah Harris

09 June Nils O’Donoghue and Giovanna Gravante

16 June Elliott Smith and Rucha Paradkar

23 June Joseph Plank and Natalie Petyt

Alastair Scott and Lydia Walton

FUNERAL SERVICE

05 June Graham Osborne

MEMORIAL SERVICE

22 June Kate Massey

INTERMENT OF ASHES

03 June Geoffrey Kent

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CHRISTIANS AGAINST POVERTY (CAP)

I was recently privileged to visit Jubilee Mill, Bradford and meet John Kirkby the founder and leader of CAP, this remarkable international organisation. A fine example of practical and effective Christianity. John had a successful career in the credit finance industry until 1992, when, with heavy personal debts and interest liabilities and a broken marriage, he was all but bankrupt. With his experience in the world of finance he saw the possibility of helping others in a similar situation. He became a (Baptist) Christian in 1996 and embarked on debt counselling. In that year he remarried and started CAP. This involved first of all talking to desperate people, many on the verge of suicide, assessing their indebtedness, persuading them that there was a way out, and negotiating with creditors. Initially this activity struggled financially, but by focusing on doing everything in partnership with the local church, together with skilful fundraising and impressive Christian ministry, CAP steadily became more financially sustainable, particularly through the support of many individuals giving small, regular gifts. Along the way many clients have come to faith in Jesus and become discipled into the local church. CAP bought a derelict property that is now Jubilee Mill which is now a modern workspace, near Bradford Cathedral, where some 300, mainly young, Christian people are employed on various aspects of this effective manifestation of Christian Charity. The building houses Central Debt Management, Training, Fundraising and Modern IT and communications. It is also the Head office for what is now an international organisation. John Kirkby was awarded a well earned CBE in this year’s Birthday Honours. I believe many of our congregation may be unaware of what is happening on our doorstep and have the ability and willingness to support. CAP needs ‘Life Changers’ to commit to regular monthly giving (£3 - £50 per month) to pay salaries and sustain its continued existence. It would be good if we could join some of the 29,000 people already supporting CAP. John’s story is available in paperback for free from capuk.org and includes a Life Changer form. You can very easily sign up as a Lifechanger on their website at capuk.org.

Andrew Wade

awade@awade.co.uk

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PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL

I recently attended a PCC secretarial training session and with the Rector’s permission would like to share some of the points raised.

The PCC secretary is there to support the incumbent, churchwardens and make sure that the Church Representation Rules are abided by.

PCC members are elected to co-operate with the minister, churchwardens (who are legally responsible) to take the Church forward for future generations. Co-operation is a major task of the Council. Members are to work together, never against each other. You are a part of something vital for the health of the Church and the welfare of your community. What you do inside and outside of meetings matters!

It was pointed out that Councils spend a lot of time talking and that is fine so long as the talk is searching for wisdom and putting other people first. Being part of the conversation takes discipline (so that we don’t just ‘fight our own corners’ or repeat arguments again and again). It requires that we listen well. A good PCC is a place of grace, forgiveness, prayer, wisdom, and hope: It strives to be constructive, co-operative and cheerful. This means the PCC is a channel of communication. No minister can be in all places at all times and not every decision is going to be easy. PCC members will be talking to people around the parish in and out of the Church: they will represent them in the meetings, and when decisions have been taken they will be the ones who explain why a particular course of action has been taken. Unhelpful or thoughtless PCC members might gossip and stir up dissent, but most will spend time with people to enable communication and church unity, thus releasing the whole church to do what it has been called to do and be. It is important that everyone pulls together during a vacancy. You all have a roll in this. Legally a third of members should be present, but during a

vacancy a majority (over half) have to be present. If the meeting is not quorate it cannot make any binding decisions or vote on any agenda issues.

Minutes should reflect an accurate short summary of essentials, not verbatim. In the header ensure that this is recorded as draft and send the draft minutes to the Chair for checking.

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Some parishes wait until the minutes are approved before putting this on the notice board. I hope this brings a little clarity as to why we are all here and what our roles are! Please just say or have a word with me or the Church Wardens if you feel that you could and would like to contribute to the life of the Priory, and please think about joining the PCC at the next Parish AGM in April 2019. Sandra Stubbs

On Sunday, 19 August

Members of the Priory Congregation

and everyone in the Parish of Bolton Abbey

are invited to a Farewell Finger Buffet for

Simon and Anne Cowling In Bolton Abbey Village Hall

from 12.00

TOWARDS THE TWENTY FIRST CENTURY We have much to thank Simon for during his time with us at the Priory. One of the best things was to introduce the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible. The copy on the Lectern is dedicated, as was the Authorized version, to Stephen Foster, farmer, very much of this Parish, one time Church Warden and including his wife Cath, whose creativity enhanced the flower decorations in the Church. Our understanding of the Bible has been greatly enriched. We have really appreciated the different forms of Liturgy at the many special services we have attended. Jean and Richard Bull

JUNE FIGURES The average weekly attendance at all Sunday services of adults and children in June was 106. The average weekly receipts to the Priory in June was £2,204. In June there were 16,628 visitors.

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A FAREWELL NOTE

I have been a guide and welcomer at the Priory for eleven years. I am the chap who drew the children's’ bookmarks, produced the child's guide to the Priory and the St Cuthbert leaflet. Sadly the condition of my 96 year old mother has deteriorated of late and she now needs more attention. This means that I can no longer fulfil my 11.00 to 13.00 spot at the Priory on Thursdays and in consequence I feel the honourable course of action is to resign. I have very much enjoyed my time at the Priory, a place I have known for above 65 years. I extend my wishes for success to all involved in the running and management of it. It is a very special place. I did at least go out on a high note. On my last appearance as a Priory Guide I was privileged to show David Suchet, the actor who plays Hercule Poirot, around the building. Regards to all who remember me, David Mosley

THE BOYLE AND PETYT HARVEST SHOW 38th Harvest Show

Saturday 15 September at 14.00

At the Boyle and Petyt School

Everyone is very welcome.

Cream Teas – Cake Stall – Face Painting Games – Pet Show and many other attractions. Schedules are available from the Post Office and Church. Do come along and support our local school and see the marvellous array of exhibits from the school, children and adults.

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BOLTON ABBEY CRICKET CLUB, JUNE/JULY Saturday 16 June: The 1sts headed to Birstwith where the home side elected to bat having won the toss. Opening bowler Will Lord took early wickets and finished with 3-22. He was well supported by Jake Parkinson who took 3-48, and Birstwith posted 175-7. In reply Bolton Abbey batsmen all contributed with Dave Burton (25), Will Lord (38) and Nick Baxter (37) securing an excellent victory in 32 overs. At Bolton Abbey the 2nds won the toss and batted first. Ed Wilman (48) and Naveed Qayuum (51) formed an excellent middle-order partnership. The home side ended with 168-9 which was overhauled by Goldsborough in their 33rd over. Saturday 23 June: The Bolton Abbey 1sts welcomed Whixley to the Devonshire Arms ground and elected to field having won the toss. Whixley had good contributions from several batsmen and finished with 211-7. Of the Bolton Abbey bowlers Merv Holme gained most reward ending with 3-34 off 8 overs. Whixley fast bowler Sam Witham tore into the BA batsmen and at 58-4 things were looking bad for the home side. However, Kevin Holme produced a classic innings with a mix of gritty determination and expansive scoring shots, he ended 90 not out. He was well supported by the middle order batsmen to win the game in the final over. At Burnt Yates the home side batted first and scored a useful 210-7 in their 40 overs. In reply BA 2nds were 158 all out with captain Jeremy Harrison scoring 37 and Jasper Cressey scoring 40. Saturday 30 June: At Middleham the Bolton Abbey side elected to field and Middleham opening batsmen both scored well with the first wicket falling at 114. Other useful contributions took Middleham to 186-7 off their 40 overs. Bolton Abbey bowler Will Lord was outstanding taking 4-48. In reply the BA batsmen had an off day, with only Tom Eggleston (38) and Will Patchett (17) showing resolve against the Middleham bowlers, and the team were all out for just 107. The 2nds didn’t play. Saturday 07 July: This game clashed with the England World Cup game and the opposition conceded. At Bolton Abbey the 2nds won the toss and fielded bowling Marton-cum-Grafton out for 48 in just 13 overs – clearly the England World Cup quarter final was playing on people’s minds! Pete Cockcroft took 3-18 and Naveed Qayuum took 4-7 in 2.2 overs and it took BA just 9 overs to end the game!

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Saturday 14 July: Back at the home ground Bolton Abbey 1sts batted first and posted an impressive 239-9 with all batsmen contributing, and Phil Midgley scoring an explosive 73. South Kilvington were unable to compete with this score and were all out for 133 in 26 overs with Will Patchett taking the honours with 5-44 in 9 overs and Merv Holme taking 3-23 off 4 overs. At Knaresborough Forest the home side batted first and scored an impressive 263 in 39 overs. Of the bowlers Jacob Taylor, Martin Cressey and Jack Hirst all took 3 wickets apiece. In reply Leon Onosko (35), Steve Nayler (54) and Naveed Qayuum (21) produced middle-order resistance although the BA side were all out for 141 in 36 overs.

BOLTON ABBEY CC SUMMER BALL The date for the Summer Ball is confirmed and booked for Sunday 26 August, the Bank Holiday weekend. This will be a fantastic evening with former Leicestershire and England batsman and ex-Chairman of England Selectors James Whitaker booked as the guest speaker. The evening will be held in the Bolton Abbey Tithe Barn. Tickets are £30 per person for a two course dinner which will be followed by music and dancing. Places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment! Payment in full is required by Sunday 19th August. Rob Mayo

The Tithe Barn

James Whitaker former

Leicestershire and England batsman and ex-Chairman of England selectors.

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MAGAZINE ARCHIVES

PAROCHIAL NOTES

100 YEARS AGO - AUGUST 2018 August 4th, 1918 - This fourth anniversary of the declaration of war is to be kept throughout the country as a Day of Remembrance and a Day of Prayer. The King, the Members of Parliament, the Mayors and Corporations throughout the country are arranging to attend at their parish churches to praise God for the chivalry, valour and uncomplaining self-sacrifice of our sailors and soldiers and to ask His blessing on our country and the cause of the Allies. There is abundant cause for remembrance when one looks back over the past few years. With undying gratitude we can recall the matchless bravery of our old regular army in the early days of the war, the splendid co-operation of the Indian Expeditionary Force and the earliest Territorial Divisions! It is inspiring to remember the superb manhood of Kitchener’s Army and the splendid armies the Colonies have sent into the field. What a remembrance we have, too, in the magnificent watchfulness of the Navy and the glorious work it has accomplished in keeping open the seas and reducing the German submarine efforts to such small limits. And what of people at home? Apart from a few strikes, there has been a fine spirit of endurance. Men and women have joined together in bearing nobly the additional burdens that war has laid upon them. In agricultural districts, like our own, the burden has been heavy; the farmers have been relieved of their sons and labourers and have then been expected to plough up some of their best grass land. We do not hear of farmers “striking” and we shall not hear of it; they grumble perhaps, but then so does the soldier. Let us recall, too, the heroism so little recognized of the mothers and wives steadily carrying on the work of the home under numerous difficulties. All these points of remembrance should make us realise how well we have done to come through the ordeal of the last four years. Let us go forward with earnestness in our prayers and a growing desire for the triumph, not only of freedom and liberty, but of our Saviour Jesus Christ and His Kingdom.

PRIORY MAGAZINE DEADLINE – SEPTEMBER MAGAZINE Please can we have any copy by 13 August sent either to the Editor or the Church Office

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PRIORY DIRECTORY

Rector The Revd Canon Simon Cowling 01756 710326

Curate The Revd Jonathan Cain 07495 151987

Hon Assistant Clergy The Revd James Turnbull

The Revd Christopher Armstrong

Church Office Margaret Cody 01756 710238

Churchwardens Paul Middleton 01943 430654

Matthew Hey 07702 555339 Deputy Churchwardens Susan Barker 01756 711260

Barry Cody 01756 710587

PCC Secretary Sandra Stubbs 01943 463332

PCC Treasurer Michael Heatley 01423 509629

Gift Aid Peter Loweth 01756 711129

Director of Music Tim Raymond

stanghan@aol.com

Works Committee Matthew Hey 07702 555339

Deanery Synod Andrew Hartley 01943 600645

Tony Cantlow 01756 797478

Diocesan Synod Andrew Hartley 01943 600645

Verger Peter Lambert 07985 136819

Sacristan Jennifer Hardaker

Chalicists’ Rota Mike Vineall 01756 753013

Liquid Worship Judith Schofield 01756 720065

Electoral Roll Margaret Cody 01756 710238

Child Protection Libby Packett 01943 817450

Disabled Representative Jean Crawford 07951 788909

Sidesmen’s Rota Stephen Murgatroyd 01943 880091

Flower Rota Lorna Freegard 01943 607907

Welcome Team Leader Gerry Yates 01535 610690

Cleaning Rota Andrew Wade 01943 862614

Magazine Editor Val Middleton 01943 430654

priorymagazine@yahoo.co.uk

Magazine Deputy Editor Judith Allen 01943 434434

Magazine Advertising Robert Clayton 01756 711407

Magazine Distribution Rosemary Murgatroyd 01943 880091

Priory Friends Jill Riley 01943 830190