ALL SAINTS KESGRAVE NEWSLETTER ISSUE NO 110 – 28.04.24 May 2024 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY With the last of the Easter eggs gone and Summer just around the corner, many of us will be trying to shed a few pounds before donning our swimwear and heading for the beach. What better way to do this than with walking - getting out in the fresh air, alone, in company or with a dog.
This month the trees are at their greenest, the flowers colourful and the skies intense. So, when the news is worrying, work challenging and the world creaking, a walk can be a positive and relaxing means of exercise. May is a great time for listening to birdsong and the ducks have ducklings on the Deben. It’s a perfect time to meditate on the blessings of living in Suffolk where we can enjoy the wonders of nature. The Bible teaches us the importance of keeping our spirits up or 'restoring our souls'. St Paul gave thanks for three friends who visited him. This refreshed Paul's spirit.(1Cor 16:18) Jesus said 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest.' God himself, through creation, can refresh our spirits. Psalm 23 says 'He leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. If you want to feel even better after a long walk in the countryside why not do as friends of mine do and take along a carrier bag to collect any litter that spoils the view. Reverend Chris Nunn WHAT’S ON MAY 2024 Date Time Service Where / Who to contact Wed 1 st May 9.30am 10.30am Open to God At ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 1 st May 10.00am10.45am Morning Prayer at Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Wed 1 st May 10.30am12.00 pm Fynn Valley Walks All Saints Little Bealings. For more information contact [email protected] 07857 838678. Thu 2 nd May 11.00am12.00pm Thursday Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sat 4 th May 10.00am12.30pm Saturday Drop-in At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Sun 5 th May 8.30am9.30am Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sun 5 th May 10.00am11.00am Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave ASK Church YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtZ91ENdlxMPUZYDHR5-aQ
Date Time Service Where / Who to contact Sun 5 th May 10.00am11.00am Morning Prayer At Playford Church Of St. Mary, Playford Sun 5 th May 6.30pm7.15pm Unity Service at Colchester Rd. Baptist Church Colchester Rd. Baptist Church Wed 8 th May 9.30am 10.30am Morning Prayer at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 8 th May 10.00am10.45am Morning Prayer at Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Wed 8 th May 10.30am12.00pm Fynn Valley Walks All Saints Little Bealings. For more information contact [email protected] 07857838678. Thu 9 th May 11.00am12.00pm Thursday Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Fri 10th May 7.30pm9.00pm Zoom Pub Quiz at ASK For the link, please go to https://www.askesgrave.org/ Sat 11 th May 10.00am12.30pm Saturday Drop-in At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Sun 12 th May 8.30am9.30am Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sun 12 th May 10.00am11.00am All Age Service at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave ASK Church YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtZ91ENdlxMPUZYDHR5-aQ Sun 12 th May 10.00am11.00am Morning Prayer At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Mon 13th May 2.00pm4.00pm Silver Games at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave. Wed 15th May 9.30am 10.30am Bible Study At ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 15th May 10.00am10.45am Morning Prayer at Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Wed 15th May 10.30am12.00pm Fynn Valley Walks All Saints Little Bealings. For more information contact [email protected] 07857838678. Thu 16th May 11.00am12.00pm Thursday Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Thu 16th May 7.00pm9.00pm APCM at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sat 18th May 9.30am10.00am Men's & Ladies’ Breakfast at the Farmhouse Farmhouse, St Isidores, Kesgrave. Please contact Gary Jones [email protected] Sat 18th May 10.00am12.30pm Saturday Drop-in At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings
Date Time Service Where / Who to contact Sun 19th May 8.30am9.30am Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sun 19th May 9.15am10.00am BREAKFAST At ASK Church Hall. Sun 19th May 10.00am11.00am Holy Communion at ASK (Livestreamed) All Saints Church Kesgrave ASK Church YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtZ91ENdlxMPUZYDHR5-aQ Sun 19th May 10.00am11.00am Family Communion At Playford Church Of St. Mary, Playford Sun 19th May 6.30pm7.15pm Evensong At ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Mon 20th May 2.00pm4.00pm Silver Screen at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 22ndMay 9.30am 10.30am Morning Prayer At ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 22ndMay 10.00am10.45am Morning Prayer at Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Wed 22ndMay 10.30am12.00pm Fynn Valley Walks All Saints Little Bealings. For more information contact [email protected] 07857838678. Thu 23rd May 11.00am12.00pm Thursday Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sat 25th May 10.00am12.30pm Saturday Drop-in At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Sun 26th May 8.30am9.30am Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sun 26th May 10.00am11.00am All Age Service at ASK (Livestreamed) All Saints Church Kesgrave ASK Church YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtZ91ENdlxMPUZYDHR5-aQ Sun 26th May 10.00am11.00am Family Communion At Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Sun 26th May 4.00pm5.00pm Silver Café at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Sun 26th May 5.00pm6.00pm Songs of Praise at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Tue 28th May 2.15pm4.00pm Mothers’ Union at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave Wed 29th May 10.00am10.45am Morning Prayer at Little Bealings All Saints Little Bealings Wed 29th May 10.30am12.00pm Fynn Valley Walks All Saints Little Bealings. For more information contact [email protected] 07857838678.
APCM at All Saints Kesgrave The Annual Parochial Church Meeting is to be held on Thursday 16th May 2024 in Church, 7.00pm. Each year we hope to have three new members joining the Council. If you would like to be considered for election, please contact Rev Chris Nunn on 01473 622363 or email [email protected] MEN’S & LADIES’ BREAKFAST Please come along on Saturday, 18th May at 9.30am and join us at the Farmhouse Pub for our Men’s & Ladies’ Breakfast and fellowship. All ages are welcome. Please contact Gary Jones [email protected] or Anita Jones [email protected] to reserve your place. MOTHERS’ UNION Our next meeting is on Tuesday, 28 th May at 2.15pm at All Saints Church. Our speaker will be Chris Nunn. Many thanks to all of you who joined our Coffee Morning at Fred Upson Hall. It was a delightful and joyous event. Visitors are always welcome to join us at our meetings. Jenny Billinge Secretary Date Time Service Where / Who to contact Thu 30th May 11.00am12.00pm Thursday Holy Communion at ASK All Saints Church Kesgrave
SILVER GROUPS We welcome anybody who wishes to come to the Silver events. There’s always a good variety of food to enjoy with tea, coffee, chocolate, and sometimes squash. The Screen is in the hall, and the Games are in the church. When you turn up you can be assured of a warm welcome. The next sessions of Silver Screen are on Monday 20th May 2024 at the Church Hall, 2pm-4pm. Seeing so many people get so much out of those sessions has been a pleasure. Following the screening, we have a short talk. Come along for an enjoyable afternoon and companionship. The next sessions of Silver Games are on Monday 13th May 2024 at the Church, 2pm-4pm. Come and enjoy playing the old fashioned and some modern games such as Up-Words, Scrabble, Mexican Train, Uno, Rummikub and Scrabble. Even if you don’t play board games you will be welcome to just come along and sit with our regulars and have a chat. Trinity Sunday 26th May - Silver Café at 4pm - Please book with Mike & Chris Bryer 07977 962764 followed by Songs of Praise at 5pm For more details contact Chris or Mike Bryer 01473 611143 EASTER EGGS for “HOME FOR GOOD” Dear Church Family Thank you for partnering with Home for Good Suffolk We would like to say a HUGE THANK YOU from all the children and young people of Suffolk who attended our Easter Activities and received one of the Easter Eggs you kindly donated. Your Church helped
us bless and bring joy to our amazing care experienced children and young people who we met with at our Easter Events. Our Easter Activities catered for all ages of children. They included Teen’s events, an indoor play town, gymnastics, quasar, soft play, a shuffle café, football, and roller skating to name just a few. Great fun was had by all. Thank you, together we made a difference. We’d love to have your continued support this year. This is how you can get involved. We are reaching out to Suffolk churches like yours to join us in sharing a video that highlights our decade of impactful work. We would be honoured to have your church participate in this celebration by sharing our video with your congregation. If your church would like to take part, please click on the QR code below or this link:https://forms.office.com/e/DLHuaeBV6b to complete the form and we will get back to you. Thank you! Looking ahead, we are excited to work closer with churches like yours. The need remains urgent and our work vital because every fifteen minutes in the UK, a child is taken into care. We look forward to partnering with you as every Church can play their part in bringing transformation to the lives of vulnerable children in our county. We would love you to pray with us this Spring please see our prayer points attached and at the end of the email. Every Blessing, Elaine Ingram
THE OAK TREE The oak tree in the church hall car park has been affected by honey fungus and became at risk of collapse. To reduce this risk work has been carried out to reduce the lower branches. More of the tree remains in place than was first anticipated but sadly, it was discovered that the tree is being attacked by carpenter ants which has resulted in some disintegration from the inside. The tree surgeon has recommended that we monitor the tree for a year to see how it is progressing but there is some chance that it may need to be further reduced or removed altogether. UKRAINIAN “PYSANKA” As the Easter holiday fades into sweet memories, I find myself reflecting on the simple joys and cherished traditions that made this season truly special. This year, amidst the hustle and bustle of everyday life, I rediscovered a passion from my childhood: the art of decorating Pysanka eggs.
Pysanka, as these decorated eggs are called, hold a special place in Ukrainian culture. The word itself comes from the Ukrainian verb "pysaty," meaning "to write," highlights the unique process of using beeswax to create intricate designs on eggshells. This ancient tradition dates back to pagan times and has evolved into a symbol of rebirth and renewal, particularly during the Easter season. The process of decorating Pysanky is not just an art form but a spiritual journey. It is also a form of prayer and therapy for me too. Each symbol and colour holds deep meaning, from the St. Andrew's cross representing Ukraine's Patron Saint and Christianity to the vibrant colours of spring signifying renewal and growth. As my family and I decorated our eggs, we incorporated symbols that held personal significance, reflecting our love for both Ukrainian and British culture. There is a simple joy in creating something with your own hands. As we carefully dipped our eggs into dyes and watched the designs emerge, we felt a sense of pride and connection to our heritage. Just before Easter, we also hosted the Kesgrave&Woodbridge Ukraine Hub event, where we held a "Pysanka" session. As we shared this tradition with our children, we witnessed the power of creativity to bring families together and keep traditions alive. There are some photos of our event from the Ukraine Hub and pysankas created by my family. These will be donated on behalf of the Ukrainian community to the Ipswich Museum and The Hold Archives. But I’m hoping to keep finding time to create some more not only at Easter time; we decorate Pysankas in Ukraine all year round.
MAY 2024 GIVING: "They that soweth little shall reap little; and they that soweth plenteously shall reap plenteously. Let everyone decide in their own hearts without grudging or feeling compelled, for God loveth a cheerful giver." All forms of giving are gratefully received, including cash, contactless giving and use of the green Donate button on the ASK website Please make cheques payable to Kesgrave PCC For BACS payments the name on the account is Kesgrave Parochial Church Council: please obtain the account number and sort code from Sally or Emma For the Parish Giving Scheme (regular or one off donations): For Kesgrave All Saints, the Parish Code is 330633093 and the Diocese is St Eds and Ips https://www.parishgiving.org.uk/donors/find-your-parish/kesgrave-allsaints-ipswich/ For all queries please contact Sally Wainman Local Giving Advisor 07807 984589 We also have a “Donate” QR Code: To donate online, scan the QR code with your phone below: Or go to askesgrave.org/supportus for more ways to give.
TRINITY SUNDAY - MAY 26TH - GIFT DAY All Saints Kesgrave has lasted for eight centuries only because of the generosity, commitment and faith of successive generations. Countless skills go into running and maintaining a parish church: some visible, but most of them much less noticeable and often taken for granted! Think of the planning and preparation that must have gone into the 1980 extension! Did the architect have a few sleepless nights about his proposal to put a massive hole into the south-facing side of the original church? Do we know how many hours Isabel Clover spent on the tapestries that hang behind the altar (purple for Lent and Advent, and a more neutral background for the rest of the year?) Something like 95% of the effort is voluntary (and incalculable in financial terms), but sufficient funds are still needed to pay bills, water rates, energy costs, insurance, hire of the photocopier, IT and staff costs. Over the last year or so all of these have tended to go up in line with what we have all experienced when managing our own households. In the weeks leading up to the Gift Day on May 26th and the weeks afterwards to the end of June, please pray about the Financial future of our church, and its halls. We need to keep them in good repair, observe modern health and safety standards, and make them accessible and welcoming to those with disabilities (within the restrictions that come from managing a Grade II * Listed Building). We also need to pay the
Parish Share to our Diocese (St Edmundsbury and Ipswich) although we may be querying the full amount requested. Please give thanks for "legacy" giving and foresight: for the Kesgrave Parish Trust and for the Kesgrave Church of England Charity which manages the Fred Upson Hall (formerly British Legion) and for all those who remember the Church in their wills or who donate in Remembrance. Give thanks for those who have helped us with Grants, particularly Spark (our local charity in Kesgrave), the Ropes Trust, Suffolk Historic Churches Trust, Alfred Williams Trust and the Jill Ganzoni Trust. And thank you to everyone who gives at the present time! I am well aware of the strain on many people's finances but please pray how your earthly 'talents' - financial or otherwise might be used. We have kept all methods of Giving, so it is possible to 'mix and match', giving regularly through the Parish Giving Scheme for instance and then 'topping up' occasionally. Below is Rublev's Icon of the "Feast of Abraham" showing God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit enjoying the meal that Abraham has prepared for them under the great trees of Mamre (Genesis 18). Also included is the photo of our Bell Tower. For all queries please contact Sally Wainman Local Giving Advisor 07807 984589
ORWELL WALK JUNE 23RD 2024 (Advance Notice) As part of the Fundraising this year I will be attempting to take part in the Orwell Walk yet again! This is a once-a-year chance to access wide areas of the beautiful Orwell Estuary with the support of checkpoints, signage and a lift back to HQ (Gainsborough Sports Centre) if needed. Participants can walk or run between 3 - 25 miles, with the option of a validated trail marathon, half marathon or ultra marathon. The annual event is organised by the Rotary Club of Ipswich East and further details are available here https://www.ipswicheastrotaryclub.co.uk/ The adult entry fee for walkers is £18.00, £8 for children, discounts for Family. All sponsorship money goes to the charity of your choice - (All Saints Kesgrave in my case) Sally Wainman KESGRAVE LIBRARY NEWS – May 2024 Sunday Crafts 11.00 – 12.00 noon (after Church) – during May we will be making the following crafts: Sunday 5th – This week we are making paper bag kites. What design will you choose? Sunday 12th – Why not pop along and create a boating lake scene this week. Sunday 19th – Using lolly sticks, we are making snakes – how long will your snake be? Sunday 26th – It’s the Monaco Grand Prix this weekend. Pop along and make a racing car.
Activities are free. Parents must stay with under eights. Word Play Sessions – Every Thursday Morning. Trained staff run these free sessions. Tot Rock – 9.45 – 10.15 a.m. – active songs and rhymes for pre-school children. Baby Bounce – 10.45 – 11.15 a.m. – Gentle songs for you and your baby to enjoy. No need to book. Please just pop along. We look forward to seeing you soon. Story Time –Fridays 9.45 – 10.15 a.m. Fun stories, rhymes, and songs – this is a free activity. We hope to see you soon. Lego Club –every Tuesday 3.30 – 4.30 p.m. Free play with each child given a basket of Lego bricks to create designs of their choice. We hope to see you soon. Morning Book Group – Tuesday 10.00 a.m. 7th May at the library. The group are discussing Agatha Christie: A Very Elusive Woman by Lucy Worsley. Afternoon Book Club – This group’s next meeting is Thursday 2nd May at 2.45 p.m. where they will be discussing A Rose Petal Summer by Katie Fforde. Evening Book Group – Thursday 30th May 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. The group are currently reading Mrs England by Stacey Hall. If you are interested in joining any of the above book groups, please contact library staff. The library supplies copies of the titles being read.
Knit and Natter – From 2.30 p.m. This month the sessions are on Thursday 9th and 23rd May. You don’t need to be able to knit, crochet or embroider to attend – just pop along for a natter. Tea/coffee and biscuits are provided. New - Family History Sessions – Saturday 4th May – 2.00 – 4.00 p.m. Are you interested in researching your family history? Need to know more about the different types of records and how to access them? Why not book an hour-long session with our volunteer who can help you begin your journey into finding out all about your family history? Please ring 01473 626103 to book either 2.00 – 3.00 p.m. or 3.00 – 4.00 p.m. Menopause and Me Support Group – Special Session - Thursday 2nd May 7.00 – 8.00 p.m. This peer led support group is run by staff and Jen Evans, who is a menopause advisor. All sessions will comply with both NHS and NICE guidelines; and are for anyone who is affected by the menopause and its symptoms. At this month’s session we are talking about the pros and cons of using HRT. What it is and how it is prescribed. These sessions will offer practical advice, as well as be a chance to talk to others and get support. Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided. Stay and Play –Every Tuesday 10.00 – 11.00 a.m. Bring your little ones to our Stay & Play group for a relaxed and informal opportunity to meet other parents and carers, share experiences and chat. Our Stay & Play groups are a chance for parents to socialise and give their babies and young children a fun, interactive play session that engages their senses and helps their development. These sessions are suitable for under 5s. This event is part of our Me Myself and Baby perinatal support service. The aim of the project is to help reduce isolation and improve emotional wellbeing for new parents.
Recycle Your Ink Cartridges – Did you know that Kesgrave Library is a drop-off point for printer ink cartridges, whether used or out of date (apart from laser printer cartridges). Every donation of a used cartridge helps the library to raise funds. Printing and Photocopying – You can print and photocopy at your local library. We can print A4 colour and black and white, as well as photocopy in A4 and A3. We are also able to scan to email and enlarge and reduce documents. Home Library Service – If you would like to access the library but are unable to visit us, Kesgrave runs three home library routes, where volunteers come out with a selection of books to your homes. To access this service, whether you are house bound, recovering from an operation, receiving treatment for an illness, or enquiring for a relative/friend or someone you care for, please ring the library 01473 626103 or log onto the Suffolk Libraries website and complete the online form. Book Donations – We are still looking for good quality book donations, mainly fiction – adult or children. Please speak to staff if you are interested in donating some items to us. Thank you to everyone who has already donated items to the library. Bank Holiday Closures – The library is closed on Monday 6th and Monday 27th May 2024. Opening Hours - Monday 9.00–12.00 noon Tuesday 9.00–12.00 noon/2.30–5.00 pm Wednesday 2.30 – 6.00 pm Thursday 2.30 – 8.00 pm Friday 9.00–12.00 noon/2.30–6.00 pm Saturday 10.00-5.00 pm Sunday 10.00-3.00 pm
Maggie Lusher Kesgrave Library Manager Tel: 01473 626103 www.suffolklibraries.co.uk ALL SAINTS CONTACT DETAILS Vicar Rev Sarah Quantrill 01473 399853 [email protected] Rest Day - Friday Assistant Priest Rev Chris Nunn 01473 622363 [email protected] Assistant Priest Rev Gary Jones 01473 412329 [email protected] Parish Administrator Natalie Lawrence 07737821034 [email protected] Lay Readers Martyn Shakespeare 01473 610367 [email protected] Sally Wainman 07807 984589 [email protected] Mike Bryer 01473 611143 [email protected] Church Wardens Karen Pringle 07737968298 [email protected] Bob Bullamore 07810 251177 [email protected] Church Hall Bookings Bob Theobald 01473 620709 [email protected] Fred Upson Hall Karen Pringle 07737968298 Bookings [email protected] Prayer Chain John Wittgreffe 07857 838678 [email protected] Safeguarding Officer Pamela Schultz 07763 176110 [email protected]
Treasurer Emma Burrows 07811106995 [email protected] FINAL WORD Thanks for taking the time to read this edition, we would appreciate any feedback you may have. If you would like to receive this Newsletter electronically, please email [email protected] to be added to the distribution list. You will be welcome to unsubscribe at any time. Your e-mail address will not be passed on to third parties. Alternatively, it is available on our website. Our church website www.askesgrave.org has all the information you might need. We try to regularly update notices and information as they become available, as well as adding items onto our pages on The Church of England’s ‘A Church Near You’ site – https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/2061/ If you are on Facebook, please like and follow us on our page – All Saints Church Kesgrave https://www.facebook.com/Askesgrave/ – where we will also upload important developments and information, videos, and ideas for prayer and worship. Issue 111 is available from 26 th May 2024 - JUNE 2024. Please note, should you wish to have something included in this issue, the deadline is Tuesday 21 st May 2024.