November 2012 What's going on at St Paul's

What’s going on at St Paul’s

November 2012

Norton Lees Lane, Sheffield, S8 9BD           

Please find details of groups who meet regularly at St Paul’s Church and Centre or have a connection with us - some will be new to you!   
You are assured of a warm welcome and we hope that you will find plenty to interest you!

Uniformed Organisations

Rainbows - Girls 5 - 7.  Mondays 6.00 – 7.00 pm in Upper Hall

Contact Liz Scott mob. 07584 575 141

Brownies - Girls 7- 10, Tuesdays 6 .15 – 7 .30 pm in Upper Hall

Contact: Amy Hirst 07783 407 183  amy568@msn.com

Jo South 07527 268 295

Guides - Girls aged 10- 14 Tuesday 7.30 – 9.00 pm in Upper Hall

Contact Karen Stevenson 07940 875 589

or Julie Broscomb 07792 136 226

Scout Group in the Scout Hall, Welby Place - crafts, games, outdoor activities

Beavers - Children 6 - 8.  Mondays 5pm   

Contact Ann Brown 255 1945

Cubs - Children 8 -10.  Mondays 6.15 pm

Contact Maureen Food 07768 296 477

 Scouts - Children 11-14,  Mondays 7.30 pm

 Contact Dave Stern 07946 714 294

St. Paul’s Church and Centre has four bright, attractive rooms, a well equipped kitchen and two smaller drink stations which are available for all  types of groups, clubs, meetings and functions. Most rooms have disabled access. Catering for conferences etc can easily be arranged. Prices range from £13 for general use with special rates for community groups and all day bookings.

To book space in St. Paul’s Centre, to request our information leaflet, to discuss requirements or find information on groups please contact Cathy Lee at the Centre Office: Phone 255 0144  E-Mail cathy.stpauls@btinternet.com Web Site www.stpaulschurchandcentre.org.uk

The office is usually open Monday to Thursday from 10.00am to 1.00pm

Local Interest and Neighbourhood

Norton Lees Local History Group - usually 2^nd Tuesday in the month

7.30 - 9.00 pm in the Old Vestry - with occasional visiting speakers.  Why not join and share your knowledge of our area?  New members always welcome.  Contact Vivien Bentley via the Centre Office on 255 0144.

Friends of Bishops House meet here occasionally

Contact John Brown 281 0993 for details

St Paul’s Music Listening Group 2^nd and 4^th Thursday 7.00-9.00 pm in the Old Vestry.  Up to 20 members, meet to listen to classical music and the popular music of our youth with an interval for refreshments and a chance to have a chat.  We try to make sure that all who need it get a lift.

 Contact Joan & John Howlett  255 4581 or Ken Smith  250 7914

Babies and Toddlers

Peekaboo (National Childbirth Trust) Wednesday 10.00 am -12 noon.  Welcomes babies and toddlers and their parents and carers for peer support, friendship, toys, songs and a snack. Babies and toddlers in the Nave and Meeting Place Cost £2.00 for 1 child or £2.50 for two Contact Tina Sheedy on  258 6782  e-mail tmsheedy@inbox.com

 NB: You can also enquire through the office 255 0144

Sunny Days a post natal Support Group (Home Start) for parents with a child under 18 months old at 12.30 pm on Mondays in the Meeting Place. Contact Julie Slingsby 278 8377, 07960 135889 or enquiries@hssheffield.org.uk

Rattle & Roll  Music Class 0-5 Years, Tuesday 11.00 -12.00 pm in the Old Vestry. Come along for Music, Percussion Playing, Bubbles, Parachute Time and lots of fun. £4.50 per child- £2.00 Siblings. Booking for half term required. Free taster sessions available

Phone  07412  696800,

E-mail Anne@rattleandrollmusic.co.uk  www. rattleandrollmusic.co.uk.

Women’s Groups

Women’s Institute 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday in month in the Old Vestry at 7.30pm. 

Offering skills and opportunities together with friendship and companionship.  Often there is a speaker, always lots of fun and of course a cup of tea!  There are outings and support of local appeals using members’ skills and  craftwork.  Visitors are welcome to attend meetings to find out more.

 Contact Sylvia Sanderson or Beryl Hobson via the Centre Office 255 0144.

   

Health and Fitness

Tai Chi – is suitable for beginners  Wednesdays 19:45 -21:00 pm Upper Hall. Sun ,Yang and Chen Style Tai Chi Exercises for Arthritis, Diabetes Energy and Back Pain .Experience the gentle flowing movements of Tai Chi and Qi Gong to help with fall prevention and body balance - a passport to better health & fitness. 
Contact Gary Shaw  278 7740 or 07766 887 050

 Weight Watchers - Thursdays 10.00 -11.00 am and 6.30 - 7.30 pm Upper Hall. Watch yourself change and discover why people who attend Weight Watchers meetings lose 3 times more weight than those who go it alone.  Turn up on the day or contact Karen Oxley  07849 344 735  or Meeting Finder 08457 123 000

Yoga for all - Wednesdays from 6.00-7.30 pm - Upper Hall. A course suitable for all ages and abilities appealing to anyone looking for relaxation and exercise with gentle stretches.  Contact Yolande Swift  289 9200

Chairobics Thursdays from 3.00 - 4.00 pm exercises done to music with participants seated, flexibility, mobility & FUN compulsory.  Details from Jacqui Herbert 255 4379 or the Centre Office 255 0144

Church Groups

Tea and Love for Our Community.
Are you feeling low because of bereavement or stress or illness? Would you like us to spoil you with our tea and cakes and compassion? We are here in the Meeting Place of St. Paul's every Tuesday 2.30 to 3.30pm. We can offer a lift if you need one. Call in and enjoy some tlc.
 Contact Liz Warren for more details 255 7965
Please tell others about us even if you don’t need us yourself !

M U (Mothers’ Union) 2^nd Wednesday in the month 2.00- 4.00 pm in the Old Vestry. A Christian Group of men and women who meet for prayer, bible study and fellowship working towards improving family life in our communities nationally and internationally.  St Paul’s MU,  has now merged with St James’ Norton with about 30 members.  Interesting speakers and supporting a variety of causes.  Contact Jacqui Herbert   255 4379

Church Activities for Children and Young People

Seekers for young children of 3 and over - Sundays at 10.00 am Except 3^rd Sunday (Family Worship) and during school holidays. A bible story followed by age appropriate crafts’.  Contact Ruth Hollinshead  249 9027

Church Groups

First Wednesday 1^st Wed of each month at 7.30 pm at the homes of Jacqui Herbert and Hazel Basford.  Bible study and readings, outing, crafts and plenty of conversation!  Come when you can and enjoy the fellowship. 

Contact Jacqui Herbert   255 4379

Evening Small Groups meeting in members’ own homes for Bible Study and discussion of topical issues.  New members welcome - for dates contact Liz Warren 255 7965 Jacqui Herbert  255 4379  Margaret Blakey 255 7538

Prayer Groups meeting in members’ own homes for Prayer. New members welcome, for dates contact Dilesh Peiris 250 8593, Gail Wilson 255 8335

Contemplative Prayer meets on the first Tuesday each month at 8.00 pm in Church - usually in the Old Vestry.  Each month we have a theme and a bible passage to think about and time to pray together in silence for about forty minutes, with music playing quietly. Contact Murray Brown 255 1945

Worship Group Rehearsals - alternate Fridays 7.30-9.00 pm in the Old Vestry in Winter and the Nave in Summer - leading contemporary worship songs as well as more traditional hymns.  With guitars, keyboard, piano, drums and a wonderful modern organ.  Contact the Centre Office.

                     

Worship at St Paul’s (Church of England)

Sundays        8.00 am          Holy Communion (quiet early service)

         10.00 am            Worship at St Paul’s (main service)

         (often Holy Communion with Seekers for children over 3)

         Family Worship - third Sunday in the month!

        6.00 pm             Vine Time Once a month contact 2554379

Tuesdays   10.00 am Holy Communion (friendly and informal)

Occasional Saturdays Messy Church for families with Children 10.00 am –12.30 pm Art and craft activities, creative worship and a light lunch.

 Contact 2551945

Sundays    7.00 pm every fortnight: The Focus Service**

**The Focus Service: Sheffield Church is especially for adults with learning disabilities. There is also a Focus Group Fellowship meeting on every Monday at 7.00pm.

Contact Keith Blinston 237 5792 or David Middleton 296 6244              

Come and join us - you will be very welcome!