Holy Trinity Magazine - Jun 17

Leadership Team Rev Dr Alan McCann 028 9336 2126 Lay Reader - Jack Blair 07766 527 552 Music Ministry – Louise Hanley 028 9332 8976

Rector’s Warden – Terry Shimmon 07796 712 557 People’s Warden – Bill Lunney 028 9336 1453 GB Captain – BB Captain – Adam Fittis 07530 621 526 Contact for Light – Christine McDermott 07746 041 007 Seed Youth Fellowship – Ryan Moffett 07840 453 723 Select Vestry Secretary – Joanne Shimmon 07428 761 460

JUNE 2017

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A B i b l e i n t h e i r h a n d s A S a v i o u r i n t h e i r h e a r t s A P u r p o s e i n t h e i r l i v e s

HOLYTRINITYCARRICKFERGUS

2 June2017

Table of Contents

Letter to Parishioners ............................................................................................... 3

LIGHT (Sunday School) ............................................................................................ 6

Mission Carrick Pentecost Service .......................................................................... 6

Young Peoples’ Badminton ...................................................................................... 7

Holy Trinity Bowls Fellowship .................................................................................. 9

Announcements ........................................................................................................ 9

Alan’s Bible Study ................................................................................................... 10

Safeguarding Trust Meeting ................................................................................... 10

Care for the Family .................................................................................................. 11

FellowshipCafé@ht ................................................................................................. 12

Prayer Team ............................................................................................................. 13

Who’s Who from the Pew! ...................................................................................... 14

The Crafters of Holy Trinity .................................................................................... 16

Storehouse / Social Services ................................................................................. 16

Recycled Teenagers ................................................................................................ 17

Counters Rota .......................................................................................................... 18

Holiday Bible Club ................................................................................................... 19

C.M.S Used Postage Stamps .................................................................................. 19

Trinity Tots - Toddlers Group ................................................................................. 20

Select Vestry ............................................................................................................ 20

Creche Rota – June 2017 ........................................................................................ 21

Holy Trinity Chair Rota – June 2017 ...................................................................... 21

TEA and COFFEE after the Services ..................................................................... 22

Avril Waller Pilates .................................................................................................. 23

Uplift ......................................................................................................................... 24


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Jokes of the Month .................................................................................................. 26

Services – June 2017 .............................................................................................. 28

Letter to Parishioners

Dear Friends,

This is my final opportunity to contribute to the parish magazine as my internship comes to an end on the 18th June. It only seems like yesterday since I came to Holy Trinity, and just as I feel that I am

beginning to get to know everyone it is time for me to move on.

Andrea and I have really enjoyed the fellowship we have experienced in our time here. Everyone really went out of their way to provide support and encouragement to us from our first day. I feel very privileged to have had my ministry develop with such a supportive and nurturing body of believers. I have been truly humbled by the faith and courage which I have witnessed from many individuals and families facing massive challenges in life. The ability of people to carry on displaying unshakable faith in adverse circumstances has been an inspiration. I feel very fortunate to have been allowed into the lives of people who daily battle with illness and adversity, yet whose concern is not for themselves but for others.

I have witnessed first-hand the deep inner strength, provided by the ‘Spirit’ to believers, who do not live in fear, but possess the ‘Spirit’ spoken of by the Apostle Paul in Romans chapter 8:15. These extraordinary individuals have truly grasped that their present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us (Romans 8:18). This Spirit, so apparent within these


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individuals is their inheritance guarantee as heirs of the kingdom (Galatians 4). It has been wonderful, yet very moving to see the real faith of believers in action against extreme adversity, yet secure in their assurance that Christ has won the victory forever.

So many people within the body of the church work tirelessly to spread to others the hope we have in the gospel of Christ. Helpers and leaders in all our organisations, within Holy Trinity demonstrate a humble willingness to persevere in their unique ministries to spread the message of the gospel.

It has been tremendous to see so many people keen to share the gospel using whatever talents and skills they possess. I am acutely aware or the many spiritual gifts God has given to the body of believers within Holy trinity. In his wisdom the Holy Spirit has distributed these gifts throughout the members of the church so that we all continue to have to rely on each other. I pray that during the forthcoming Uganda mission the team would go out in the power of the Holy Spirit. It is always encouraging when faith leads to action for the sake of the gospel. Jesus said he will build his church and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18). It is our duty to continue following Jesus in faith and a Joy to see him add to those who are being saved.

I have been very grateful to the Rev. McCann for the freedom he has given me to continue to explore where my various gifts lie. It has been invaluable to draw upon his immense knowledge and experience, not to mention his proof reading skills. Very often ministers and their families can feel isolated and unsupported. Andrea and I feel very blessed by the fellowship, support and advice we have experienced from Alan and Janet. It is our prayer that the church would continue to affirm and support Alan and his family as he continues to provide spiritual leadership within Holy trinity.


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As I move into the next stage of ordained ministry, I continue to be totally reliant on your prayers and support. I thank all you for the unique opportunity I have been given and the rich blessings I have received. Like the apostle Paul, it is my hope that you stay firmly rooted in the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Grace is wonderful, or as the clergyman John Newton called it- ‘amazing’. As the reformers realised we cannot do anything to attain it or add to it. Staying focused on this unmerited free gift from Jesus allows us to experience the love of God in a closer, more intimate way than we could ever imagine.

Paul knew and practiced the law prior to his conversion on the Road to Damascus, but he didn’t know the amazing grace Christ could bring to sinners. Once Jesus revealed himself to Paul his focus shifted from legalism, which told him what he had to do and avoid, to the gospel. The gospel emphasised what Jesus had done and accomplished rather than what Paul could achieve through reliance on the law. Paul’s attention moved from himself and his efforts to Jesus. He experienced God in a deeper way than he could ever have imagined. Paul experienced the fellowship of the Holy Spirit as an ever-present reality, providing him with the strength needed to face the harshest of circumstances with deep joy and confidence.

Like Paul in 2 Corinthians 13:14 it is my sincere prayer that the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all, forevermore.

Yours in Christ

Rev Dr Chris St John Deacon Intern


6 June2017

LIGHT (Sunday School) Only a few weeks left. Just a note to say Sunday 18th June - last day of Light, we are joining the teenagers upstairs for board games and yummy party food/drinks. Sunday 25th June will be prize giving to thank your children for their attendance. This will

take place during the church service.

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank my team for all their help which is greatly appreciated: Alison Allen, Daniel Lafferty, Yvonne Best, Morag Stewart, Aarron Duncan, Gail Doherty, Ashton McDermott, Christine Galloway, Tracy Bowden and Jenna Macartney - thank you all I couldn't do it without you. Thank you to parents for entrusting us with your children - they have been a joy to teach.

Finally, a wee reminder to leaders. Light meeting Monday 5th June at 7pm to plan for 18th & 25th June and confirm resources for September.

Can I just also add that we are continuing to pray for Morag and her family at this very difficult time.

Many many thanks,

Christine (Chrissi) McDermott

Mission Carrick Pentecost Service Holy Trinity, 4th June at 7pm.

Guest preacher Rev Dr Stafford Carson.


7 June2017

Young Peoples’ Badminton Juvenile Club meet on Saturdays 2pm – 4.30pm.

Another GREAT season has come to a close.

Attendance has been very encouraging, with an average of 25 young people attending the Juvenile Club and an average of 15 attending the Senior Club throughout the season.

Congratulations and well done to all our teams. League and Cup results are as follows:

East Antrim League – Men’s Doubles: 1st place

East Antrim League Cup – Men’s Doubles: Winners

North Down League – Mixed Doubles: 2nd place

North Down League – Men’s Doubles: 3rd place

Our end of season tournaments and prize giving were held, with awards being presented as follows:-

Juvenile Club All-Round Award Winner: Ryan Kennedy & Matthew Hart

All-Round Award Runner-up: Jake Kennedy

Singles (A) Tournament Winner: Simon Gregory

Singles (A) Tournament Runner-up: Jake Kennedy

Singles (B) Tournament Winner: Adam Zebedee


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Singles (B) Tournament Runner-up: Judith Gregory

Doubles (A) Tournament Winners: Philip Gregory & Luke Zebedee

Doubles (A) Tournament Runners-up: Jake Kennedy & Blake Hunter

Doubles (B) Tournament Winners: Ross Wylie & Lucy Greenfield

Doubles (B) Tournament Runners-up: Matthew Hazel & Layla Hunter

Senior Club Richmond Trophy Winner: Jordan Maxwell

Singles Tournament Winner: Matthew Nelson

Singles Tournament Runner-up: Graeme Hunter

Doubles Fun Tournament Winners: Garry Richmond & Pamela Cowan

Doubles Fun Tournament Runners-up: Mark Burnett & Josh Boyd

Thank you to Rev Dr Christopher St John for coming along to our Senior Fun Tournament and presenting our awards.

Thanks also to all the young people who come along each week and who make the club so enjoyable.

The Club will resume in September.

Have a great summer!

God Bless.

Graeme Hunter, Garry Richmond, Joanne Hunter and Donna Harrison


9 June2017

Holy Trinity Bowls Fellowship

Thanks to all you have attended the bowls fellowship over the last year. It has been a great year of bowling and craic. This month will be our last until September.

We restart on Thursday 7th September, with our AGM and hopefully a game.

We meet every Thursday evening at 7:30 pm, all are welcome. Age and lack of experience are no barriers, equipment will be supplied along with help and craic. We also give a nice cuppa and a bun, who could ask for more.

See you all in September.

God Bless

Vic Wootton

Announcements If you have any information you wish to pass to the congregation via the data projector, please e-mail it to Marjory Edgar at: [email protected]

by the Friday afternoon of each week.


10 June2017

Alan’s Bible Study Parish Bible Study:

Lunchtime 1pm – 2pm & Evenings 8pm to 9pm

Kerr Room

Parish Prayer Time – 7:30pm to 8pm Kerr Room

Bible Study is for everyone – so do not exclude yourself. Come along and enjoy the fellowship together. Come along and be blessed by God as we sit under His Word together and as He fulfils His promise to be present where two or three meet together in His Name.

God bless Rev Dr Alan McCann

Safeguarding Trust Meeting Holy Trinity, 12th June at 7:30pm.

ALL Leaders MUST attend.


11 June2017

Care for the Family

Care for the Family is an organization with the mission of strengthening family life - ‘because family life matters’.

We provide parent support, marriage support and bereavement support in a variety of methods that engage with all ages - these include, for example, top tips leaflets, books, podcasts, DVDs and courses.

All our resources can be accessed individually or, tailored to suit small or large group settings at a time and place that suits you.

Do contact Christine Galloway (Care for the Family Church Rep) if you would like more information about what we can offer you personally or, your church group. You can also visit our website www.careforthefamily.org.uk.


12 June2017

FellowshipCafé@ht Thursday 11am – 1pm

Open to all

As with past years we plan to remain open during the summer months. Please come along to support our fellowship café. We are honoured to have been asked to be part of the Holiday Bible Club once again.

As we enter our fourth year may we thank those who have helped us achieve this milestone; those who help out, our baking team and those who have visited us throughout the past three years. If it is Gods’ plan then we will continue to serve Him in this way for the foreseeable future.

Please continue to remember us in your prayers. Thanks and God Bless.

The Fellowship Café Team.

God is good † all the time


13 June2017

Prayer Team Alison Allen, Joan Harvey, Tess Hoey, Helen Hoey, Libby

Todd & Nicky Quigg

The prayer team no longer meet on Thursday nights for intercessory prayer but are now meeting instead each Sunday morning before the 10.30 am service in the prayer room. The slips will continue to be lifted in prayer 4 times as previously (usually over 4 weeks but may be over a longer period). Therefore, please do continue to make use of our prayer request box

situated in the front hall of the church. As always, be assured that information on the slips remains confidential.

The team will also be available for prayer at the front of the church after the Sunday morning service. Should you require prayer in a more confidential space please ask us to move into the prayer room with you and we will be happy to do so. We would encourage you to complete a prayer slip after you have attended for prayer so that we can continue to pray for your situation when we meet together. If you would be interested in being part of the prayer team that you consider this and know that we would dearly love to have your support. Please do approach one of us.

Nicky Quigg On behalf of the prayer team


14 June2017

Who’s Who from the Pew!

What is your name? Gwendoline Ethel Wilson (Gwen)

How old are you? 81

Where were you born? Lissan, Garvary, Co Fermanagh. Family members? Daughters Gladys & Jennifer. Son Mark and 4 grandchildren. My husband Owen passed on 25th October 1995.

Where do you live? Prospect Park, Carrickfergus.

What is/was your job? Cook-in-Charge.

What school did you go to? Derryhillagh Elementary School, Enniskillen and North West School, Strabane. What is your favourite meal? Salmon and Christmas dinner.

What are your favourite hobbies/activities? Bowls and Pilates.


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What is your favourite film? Gone With The Wind.

What was your favourite cartoon as a child? We didn’t have cartoons. Went hunting with our dog Spot. How long have you been a Member of Holy Trinity? Since Holy Trinity was first built.

Who has been the biggest influence in your life? Rev EPM Elliott, Garvary Parish Church. Also, Avril Waller and Yvonne Best.

When you were growing up, what did you want to be? I had no idea what I wanted to do.

Have you any hidden talents? Have not found them yet!

What is your favourite hymn? Abide With Me.

What is your favourite Bible verse? The Lord Jesus Christ said, “I am the way, the truth and the life”. John 14:6.

Gwen, thank-you.


16 June2017

The Crafters of Holy Trinity

Crafters @ HT meet on a Friday night 7.00pm until 9.00pm upstairs in the Coffee Bar. A time to get those unfinished projects finished and enjoy the company of fellow crafters over a cuppa. All welcome.

God Bless

Helen Wootton

Storehouse / Social Services There are families in our community who are really struggling and we want to make a difference.

Please help by placing a weekly donation of Non-Perishable Food or Household Products in the Red Boxes in the Church foyer.

At the end of each month we will split the items donated between these two very worthy community projects.

If you have items of unwanted furniture, Storehouse will gladly take them off your hands. To arrange a collection please speak to Donna Harrison.

Thank you for your support and prayers.

God Bless,

Donna Harrison & Elaine Gray


17 June2017

Recycled Teenagers

THE APPLE BLOSSOM TOUR

Date Event Fri 30th Jun ‘17 Mini Golf

Enjoying the Apple Blossom Tour

On Saturday 20th May, the Recycled Teenagers toured Armagh and Richhill and despite the poor weather forecast enjoyed a warm and sunny day! Many thanks to Sharon and Gerry Piddock for


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organising the day and the ladies of Richhill Presbyterian Church for putting on a splendid evening meal.

Mark Edgar

Counters Rota

Team1 Team2 Team3 Team4 Team5

Simon McDonald Olga Grange Mark Edgar David Sprott Karen

Buchanan

Ann Richmond Peter Moffett Elaine Gray Carol Marshall Sharon McNeil

Ann McDonald Alison Moffett Marjory Edgar Helen Wootton Sue Majury

Arlene Macartney

Graeme Hunter

Margaret Addley

Joanne Shimmon

Team Dates

1 4thJun 9thJul 13thAug 17thSept2 11thJun 16thJul 20thAug 24thSept3 18thJun 23rdJul 27thAug 1stOct4 25thJun 30thJul 3rdSept 8thOct5 2ndJul 6thAug 10thSept 15thOct

Drew Buchanan MBE - Hon Treasurer


19 June2017

Holiday Bible Club 24th – 28th July

10:30am – 12:30pm

If you have any Primary School aged children / grandchildren / neighbours' children etc. who might be interested in attending our Holiday Bible Club this summer please pass on the above details. We promise lots of fun and sound Bible teaching.

If you are interested in joining our team please don't leave it to the last minute as there is Safe Guarding Trust paperwork to be completed. (Don't let this put you off though, as we will assist you in completing it.) We would love to have you on board.

Love to see your children/ you there

Yvonne Best

C.M.S Used Postage Stamps Keep saving those used stamps (remembering to leave a small border) and pop them in the box on the church table, or hand them to me. The money raised from their sale helps support projects in Africa.

Yvonne Best


20 June2017

Trinity Tots - Toddlers Group Thursday mornings, 10.30-12.00

On Thursday 1st June, we are holding our meeting at World of Wonder. If you would like to join us please give your name, the names of the children attending and a contact number to Lisa or Liz before Wednesday 31st May. Our last meeting will be on Thursday 29th June.

We would like to thank everyone for their support this past year and hope all of our members have a really restful summer. We do ask the congregation to continue to pray for our babies, toddlers and their carers and to perhaps consider joining us a helper.

God Bless

Lisa, Carolynne and Liz

Select Vestry If anyone wants an item raised at the Select Vestry please contact:

: [email protected] Drew Buchanan: [email protected] or any member of SV. This includes booking the church hall for any events.

Joanne Shimmon Secretary


21 June2017

Creche Rota – June 2017 4th June

Arlene Macartney

Anne Langley

Morag Stewart

11TH June Adrienne Tasker

Maureen Lunn

Olga Grange Carolynne Lafferty

18th June Alison Moffett Lorraine

Ross Joan Logan

25th June

No Creche

Hi Everyone!

If you can, please swap with someone else on the rota if you are unable to cover your day. A BIG thank you to everyone who helps and if you would like to be on the rota or wish to change your week please speak to me or ring / text me on 07791527507.

Arlene Macartney

Holy Trinity Chair Rota – June 2017 Week 1 4th June

Week 2 11th June

Week 3 18th June

Week 4 25th June

James Beattie Colin Watson Graeme Hunter Phil Moody

Kel McDermott Simon McDonald Arlene Macartney

Eddie Orr

Colin McIlwaine

Michael McDonald

Bert Macartney David Sprott

Garry Richmond

Bob McDonald Maurice Langley

Alan Sprott

Wenda Gray Alan Heggarty Alan Graham


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Please note: if you are unable to meet your commitment, please change with a member of another team. Please be there for 9.30 am and set out the chairs and set out the Sanctuary.

After the service, put the chairs away and tidy the hall.

Thank you Simon McDonald

TEA and COFFEE after the Services We would like to thank everyone who helped out with the Tea Rota this year and for all the kind donations. On your behalf, we donated £50 to the Uganda Team 2017 and £50 to the Ladies Group sponsored child. We will be finishing the Tea Rota on 25th June and recommencing on the 3rd September.

Volunteers are always needed to help with the tea and coffee after the service. If you can help, please add your name against a date on the list, or speak to Anne or either Lorraine. The list is beside the donation basket on the table. All donations are to help cover costs.

Lorraine R, Lorraine H & Anne


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Avril Waller Pilates

I am in Holy Trinity Church every Thursday from 10-11am until the 29th June 2017. The class will be closed July and August and will re-open the 7th September 2017. The class is open to both men and women and the cost is £6.50, pay as you go. Bring a thick mat and small towel.

If you are interested in other classes, then please call me on 9335 5129 or email me: [email protected]

Avril Waller, Pilates


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Uplift


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website:www.weareuplift.com, Email: [email protected] ,

mobile: 07840453723

Ryan Moffett Creative and Production Director


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Jokes of the Month "They laughed when I said I was going to be a comedian ... They're not laughing now." "Growing old is compulsory - growing up is optional."

"The last time I was in Spain I got through six Jeffrey Archer novels. I must remember to take enough toilet paper next time."

"Personally, I don't think there's intelligent life on other planets. Why should other planets be any different from this one?"

"I can still enjoy sex at 74 - I live at 75, so it's no distance."

"People always say: 'You're a comedian, tell us a joke.' They don't say: 'You're an MP, tell us a lie.'

"What's a geriatric? A German footballer scoring three goals."

"What do gardeners do when they retire?"

"When the inventor of the drawing board messed things up, what did he go back to?"

I got my start in silent radio.

My audience always leave the theatre happy...we give them their money back.

I believe hard work will never hurt you....provided you watch it from a safe distance.

I saw a specialist who asked me: 'Are you familiar with the phrase faecal impaction?' I said: 'I think I saw that one with Glenn Close and Michael Douglas'.

I'd never be unfaithful to my wife for the reason that I love my house very much.


27 June2017

I said to my wife "What's wrong with our kids? They're nothing like me!" She said "No, they take after their father."

Yesterday they held the Most Honest Politican Of The Year contest...and nobody won.

What do you give a florist who is sick?

I want to die like my father, peacefully in his sleep, not screaming and terrified, like his passengers.

My wife said: 'Can my mother come down for the weekend?' So I said: 'Why?' and she said: 'Well, she's been up on the roof two weeks already'.

The Royal Shakespeare Company once did 'Julius Caesar' in New York. When Caesar was stabbed onstage, half the audience left because they didn't want to get involved.

My parents moved to Yorkshire when I was six. I moved when I was ten. It took me that long to track them down.

Cold? I turned on the shower this morning and nearly got stoned to death. source: http://www.jokes4us.com/peoplejokes/comedianjokes/bobmonkhousejokes.html

Vic Wootton


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Services – June 2017 Date Reading

Number Reader Title & Prayer Leader Book Chapter & Verses

4 June 2017 1st Reading Colin McIlwaine HC Acts Chapter 2 verses 1 - 21

2nd Reading Rev Alan McCann Prayers Yvonne Best

John Chapter 20 verses 19 - 23

11 June 2017 1st Reading Alison Moffett MP Psalm Psalm 8 verses 1 - 9

2nd Reading Rebecca Moody Prayers Rev Alan McCann

Matthew Chapter 28 verses 16 - 20

18 June 2017 1st Reading Mark Taylor MP Psalm Psalm 116 verses 1 - 17

2nd Reading Elle Moody Prayers Nicky Quigg

Romans Chapter 5 verses 1 - 8

25 June 2017 1st Reading ————— Uganda 2017 Commissioning Service

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2nd Reading ————— Prayers Carol Mulligan

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Colin McIlwaine

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