ChadNet – no 237

ChadNet – no 237 – Sunday 6th October 2024

ChadNet - the eBulletin of St Chad’s Church, Pattingham with Patshull

Welcome to this week’s edition of ChadNet – the eBulletin of St Chad’s Church, Pattingham with Patshull.


In this week’s ChadNet:


View from the Pews

Philip Sims

Last week we entertained an Applicant for the role of Vicar of our Parish. This involved a Familiarisation Day when the Applicant was shown round the Church, the Vicarage and the Parish whilst also meeting up with several members of both the Church and other Village organisations. She also had the opportunity to spend time in the School where she was welcomed by the Head. The following day one of our Church Wardens, Dorothy Steel and I interviewed her for the post, together with our acting Archdeacon.

Dorothy and I recognized that the Applicant would be coming into a very different and, in many ways, a more demanding role than her present one as an Assistant Curate. We did, however, feel that with support and encouragement, she would be able to become an effective spiritual leader in our Parish. After very careful consideration, she declined the opportunity to join us. She did explain however that there was a great deal she appreciated about Pattingham, both the place and the people she met. She said that she was very struck by the warmth, kindness and thoughtfulness  she had encountered but ultimately felt that it wasn’t right for her, despite there being many things that attracted her to the post. We certainly respect her decision and wish her well in whichever alternative roles she decides to pursue.

This was of course our first applicant after being in interregnum for what will soon be three and a half years. During this period we have taken pride in the continuity of all Church activities and it is so gratifying to hear from some who are maybe not closely associated, that they still see the Church at the centre of village life and exerting influence across the spectrum of local activities. I have commented before that we, as a Church, are so fortunate in having so many talented members of our congregation who freely give of their time and talents and it is this which sustains us.

As we move forward however, we need fresh ideas, new talent and people who are prepared to challenge their own boundaries. We have recently seen people stepping forward and taking on Sidesperson roles for example, but there are many opportunities for everyone to become even more involved. I would urge all of us to ask a simple question of ourselves. Is there more that I could do? From leading worship to serving refreshments after a service, from serving on the PCC to helping with the weekly flowers, from reading the lesson to helping with the Scarecrow Festival, from supporting some of the many activities leading up to Christmas to visiting a lonely member of the congregation. All these and many more are activities at the centre of Church life and not only are they vital if we are to maintain the mission of the Church, but they are also personally fulfilling. If you are moved to consider having a go and perhaps doing something you never previously contemplated, then please have a word with one of our Wardens or myself and we will be delighted to explore with you.

Philip Sims
PCC Chairman


Would you like to write a View from the Pews?

We welcome contributions for View from the Pews from anyone who would like to write one. It does not need to be on any particular subject. If you would like to write one please send it to or contact Henry Ibberson ( / 01902 701136).


.Contacts

We do not have a Vicar at the moment. For matters which would normally be dealt with by the Vicar the churchwardens are the first point of contact. The Vicarage phone (01902 700257) is redirected to the churchwardens. When they are not available a message can be left on the voicemail and they will return the call when they are available. Emails to will be received by the churchwardens.

Contact details for church officers can be found on the Contacts page of the church website. You can use if you are nore sure who to contact and the churchwardens will be able to forward it to the correct person.

Notices, which should be received by Friday afternoon for inclusion in that week’s ChadNet, and other communications in relation to ChadNet should be sent to

Articles for the magazine should be sent to (note – this is different to the address used before November 2020 which no longer works).


Sunday 6th October – Nineteenth Sunday after Trinity

At 10 am there will be a Family Service, led by Iain Coleman, in church. This will be followed by a short service of Holy Communion, led by Revd Roberta Maxfield, to which you are all most welcome. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be available after the service.

In the Parish Prayer Diary we pray for those who live and work in:
Dartmouth Avenue, Marlbrook Lane, Chesterton Road, West End Gardens, Copley Lane.

In the Trysull Deanery Prayer Diary we pray for:
St Michael & All Angels, Tettenhall Regis.


This week

The church will be open every day. Look out for the “church open” sign outside the porch.

On Tuesday Prayers for Peace will be said in church at 6 pm. Please do join us and if you would like more information or are willing to lead a session, please contact Mary Hayward ().

On Wednesday at 10.00 am there will be a service of Holy Communion according to the Book of Common Prayer, led by Revd Roberta Maxfield, in church which will be followed by tea, coffee and cake.

After the service the church will be open from 10.30 am until at least 11.00 am as a Place of Welcome when anyone who wants to will be welcome to share in the coffee, cake and chat, whether they have been to the service or not. Those attending will receive a warm welcome.

At 6 pm the Pattingham Shower Singers meet in church. All are welcome – just come and sing and have fun! If you need more information, contact Alix at .

At 7 pm on Wednesday Choir Practice takes place in church. Anyone interested in joining the choir should contact Martin Fox or any member of the choir.

At 1.30 pm for a 2 pm start on Saturday the Dementia Friendly Church Training Session takes place in the Village Hall. Everyone is welcome. Please book with Tracey so that she knows how many to cater for. See below for more information.
CAKES ARE NEEDED. If you are able to offer to bake a cake please contact Tracey.


Sunday 13th October – Twentieth Sunday after Trinity

At 10 am there will be a service of Holy Communion, led by Revd Paul Brown, in church. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be available after the service.

At 6.30 pm there will be a Service in the Iona style, led by Iain Coleman, in church.

In the Parish Prayer Diary we pray for those who live and work in:
Westbeech Road, College Farm Close, Patshull Road.

In the Trysull Deanery Prayer Diary we pray for:
St Chad, Pattingham.


Diamond wedding last Sunday – thank you

We would like to express our sincere thanks to the PCC and the congregation for the beautiful flower gift to celebrate our wedding anniversary. It was really overwhelming. Many thanks to you all.
Best regards
Alan & Barbara Hickman


Century Club

The winners of the September Century Club draw were: 

  • 1st Prize – £150
    •  Mrs J M Tromans – ball 68
  • 2nd Prize – £100
    • Keith Bradshaw – ball 31
  • 3rd Prize – £50
    • John Stratton – ball 67

Congratulations to all of them.

There are no vacancies for the Century Club at the moment but if anyone wishes to join they can do so as soon as a vacancy arises. For more details, please contact Alan Smith on 07757 688518 or or see the website at <https://www.pattinghamchurch.org.uk/web/information/century-club>.


Dementia Friendly Church Training Session – Saturday 12th October

We are holding a Dementia Friendly Church Training Session on Saturday 12th October in the Village Hall. Welcome and a cuppa from 1:30pm for a prompt start at 2pm, finishing by 4:30pm.

Everyone is welcome. Please book with Tracey so that she knows how many to cater for.

CAKES NEEDED. If you are able to offer to bake a cake please contact Tracey.

More information can be found on the website at <https://www.pattinghamchurch.org.uk/web/information/becoming-dementia-friendly-church/dementia-friendly-church-training-session/>. If you are interested – or would simply like  to find out more – contact Tracey Williams, our Dementia Friendly Church Co-ordinator – or 07804 039330.


The Well – the Wolverhampton Food Bank

The Well

Harvest produce from the church and school was again donated to the Well this year. The weight of food/toiletries donated by the church and school (most of which came from the school) was 218 kg.

Thank you for supporting us – God bless you!

The letter of thanks from The Well is on the church website at <https://www.pattinghamchurch.org.uk/web/information/the-well-wolverhampton/>.

The Well continues to need our donations and prayers. The box remains at the rear of the church for donations of food and toiletries and the wishing well for donations of cash.

<www.thewellwolverhampton.co.uk>


Dementia Friendly Church

Weekly Prayer

Becoming Dementia Friendly Church 2024-25

The Prayer of St Columba

Be thou a bright flame before us;
Be thou a guiding star above us;
Be thou a smooth path below us;
Be thou kindly shepherd behind us
Today, tonight and forever.
Amen.

If you would like to suggest (or write) a prayer for inclusion in this series please let Tracey Williams, our Dementia Friendly Church Co-ordinator, know.


From the Memorial Book

Those whose anniversaries occur between 29th September and 13th October.

David Simpson – 1st October 2002
John Edward Lavender – 1st October 2018
George Weaver – 3rd October 1930
Stephen Young – 3rd October 2018
M.G. Stuart Jones – 5th October 2017
Janet Sampson – 6th October 2009
Sidney Herbert Guest – 8th October 1976
John Beagle – 8th October 1982
Clive Fordham Parker – 9th October 1993
Barbara Alice Titley – 9th October 2003
Colin Charles Robinson – 9th October 2020
Evelyn Eileen Carlile – 10th October 2010
Graham Roger Gilbert – 12th October 2002
Carol Jane Higginson – 12th October 2004

You can see all the pages of the Memorial Book on the Memorial Book Online page of the Church website.


Giving to the church

Details of the various ways in which you can give can be found on the Giving page of the website.

We have a JustGiving page to enable people to make one off donations. It’s at www.justgiving.com/pattingham-church. You will be asked if you want to make a contribution on top of your donation. If you do it will go to JustGiving and not to charity. If you do not want to make such a contribution select “other”. If you are a taxpayer please consider gift aiding your donation.

You can make a bank transfer to our bank account (Account name: Pattingham Parochial Church Council – Sort Code: 20-97-78 Account No: 50655023).

If you are paying by cheque please make the cheque payable to “Pattingham PCC” or “Pattingham Parochial Church Council“.


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