Daniel Bezkorowajnyj is to play a 36-hour organ marathon at St Lucius’, starting on Monday, November 6 at 8am. He aims to raise money for Children in Need, to make people aware of the church and to raise awareness of organ playing and the creative arts. Daniel, 22, a film studies student at Huddersfield University, began playing the organ four years ago and has been at Farnley for almost two years. He says: 'Organists have become a rare breed and it is such a difficult to job to do. When you’re not thinking about the two, three or four keyboards, you’re thinking about playing the pedals with your feet or changing the stops. 'That’s before you have time to even turn the page. Organists are a vital parts of a church service, as they are literally the music makers. 'The creative arts – music, film, art, culture – form a significant role in society, and without them the world would be a much duller place.' During his hours at the console, Daniel will play music by a variety of composers from Bach to Vierne. In addition, certain hours will be dedicated to pop music, film music and requests. He will be supported by members of the congregation and the marathon will be open to visitors. You can contribute here www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/Daniel-bezkorowajnyjorgan
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The three churches in the parish came together on October 15 to celebrate 70 years of the church of St Michael and St Helen serving the community. The patronal festival service was led by the Rev Maureen Browell, one time-team vicar of the church. Among the congregation was Jean, who was brought up at St Helen's, Fenay Bridge, the church that closed to enable St Michael and St Helen be built. She is the last of those who moved across Penistone Road to worship here. Members of the church are still heavily committed to practical service; the Friday morning Food Share project is greatly appreciated by many people. We give thanks for the support it receives from schools, businesses and the other churches in the parish. Bishop Musa from Rorya in Tanzania will visit the parish on Friday, September 15. He will go to St Michael & St Helen's to see our wonderful food share before arriving at All Hallows' at about 10.30am for coffee. It's at this point that we would encourage anyone who is free and interested to come and join us in welcoming him. He will then go o to Lowerhouses for lunch and visit St. Lucius' in the afternoon. As a Diocese we have been linked to the Diocese of Rorya in Tanzania for many years. Bishop Musa was consecrated by the Archbishop of Tanzania in May 2021 when he became at 43, the youngest bishop in Tanzania. His diocese of was created from the diocese of Mara in 2011. Some film-loving members of the congregation at St Lucius' launched a cinema club on September 22. The screening of the comedy The Duke on September 22, the first of six monthly events, was attended by more than 70 people. Further screenings, as shown above, will be on October 27, November 24 and December 15. Tickets: £6 on the door. The Parish Electoral Roll contains the list of names and addresses of a church’s membership. Every person listed on the Roll is eligible to attend the Annual Parochial Church Meeting. The current list is being revised for 2023, and parishioners are asked the following: 1. If you are already on the Electoral Roll, and wish to remain so, you do not have to do anything. 2. If you wish to become a new member, please ask one of the Churchwardens, at the church you attend, for the appropriate form. 3. If you wish to be removed from the Electoral Roll, please contact Corinne Lord on 01484 651530. If you are ensure whether you are on the Electoral Roll, please also contact Corinne. The Annual Parochial Church Meeting, for the Parish of Almondbury with Farnley Tyas, will take place at All Hallows’ on Sunday 21 May, following the Parish Service, which will begin at 10am. Ding dong merrily on high, in All Hallows' church the bells are ringing. At least they will be each Saturday morning from February 11, when the ringing chamber will be open to visitors from 10am to 11am. Ruth Elliott, the tower captain, says: "Please feel free to tackle the 42 spiral steps from the west door, opposite the church car park, to the chamber for a chat and maybe have a go!" If you'd like to ring the bells more regularly, you are welcome to join the team for the weekly practice on Mondays from 7.30pm to 9pm. And you can hear the majestic sound of a spring peal on the Facebook link below. https://www.facebook.com/watch/100084749933326/ An old favourite event, a Beetle Drive, returns to All Hallows’ Church Hall on Friday, February 17 from 6pm. There’s fun for all the family, plus pancakes. All of this is free, although there will be a donation bowl for anyone who wishes to make a contribution. So, please put the date in your diary or on your calendar, and we look forward to seeing you there. A team from Halifax Mill Auctioneers are to hold a free Auction House / Antiques Valuation Day in All Hallows’ Church hall. All are welcome to bring items on Wednesday, January 11 from 10.30am to 3.30pm. The event is described as 'a day of antiques and auction advice, guidance and to help you value your treasures and heirlooms'. Coffee and tea will be served without charge. If you are a Morrisons shopper in Waterloo you may be familiar with the Community Giving Tree. It gives shoppers the opportunity to support a food bank at Christmas. And we're thrilled that SMASH Food Share has been chosen as this year's recipient. You'll see the tree as you enter the store. Just pick up a bauble and pay for it at checkout. Morrisons will then pass on the whole donation to our Food Share. In January, we'll be given all of the money to spend in store. This will give us a great start to the New Year and enable us to re-stock our empty shelves. Please support the Giving Tree if you can and share this good news with your family, friends and neighbours. We invite everyone to join us for the Festival of All Saints at All Hallows' Church this weekend. On Saturday, November 29. there will be a coffee morning from 10am - noon. This forms part of the 500th anniversary celebration of our magnificent church ceiling. At 10.30am on Sunday, Parish Eucharist will be celebrated by the Bishop of Leeds. Rt Rev Nick Baines. We look forward to welcoming you all. |