Change can be hard. Looking back can be easier than looking forward, it is sometimes forced upon us by change of circumstance in our personal lives and then things are never the same again. I have just been clearing some cupboards and drawers out and managed to send some stuff to the charity shop! It’s not easy getting rid of stuff that has been familiar and loved, but sometimes it is necessary to make way for the new.

We will have a different Government (again) this week. And so many things have changed (not for the better) with the economic crisis which affects us all, some more than others. As I write it has just been announced that we have a new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, lets pray things will get better and so give us hope for the future.

This weekend we put the clock back by one hour which means that we will have darker nights. It’s that time of year when many enjoy the things of Halloween. As a Christian I do not celebrate the dark side of life, I much prefer to focus on the light in the world, and in our lives, and of course for me this is Jesus, the Light of the World, who came into this world to dispel the darkness.

The one thing in the life of a Christian that does not change is God.
He was, He is, and He is to come. What a reassuring truth this is in a world which is ever changing and in our own lives which are ever changing.
Nothing can remain the same only God, now this does give me hope for the future.

When I think of the earlier generations of people who have known God, then think of my own faith and how I know God, and then think of my children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren that they too can know this unchanging God just like me – wow, it’s amazing, God is amazing.

Blessings,
Pauline

Sunday 30th October Services
Tomorrow morning we have our ‘All-In @ 10’ service with Rev. Rob.
We offer a warm welcome to Eleanor & Christian De-Sousa and their family & friends for the baptism of Valentina. This is the start of an amazing journey!
Do join us and show your support for the family at this special service.
Refreshments are available afterwards. We’d love you to stay behind for a cuppa & a chat. If you can, please ‘Bring Your Own Mug’ (B.Y.O.M).

A reminder the clocks go back one hour at 2am this Sunday, so you can have an extra hour in bed!

Rotas
The Sunday Service rotas for November & December are now available at the back of church.
As always, we would like to thank everyone for all that you give in support of our worship on Sunday’s, it is appreciated.

Go Deeper
Our new 'Go Deeper' notes are a chance to look at issues from that week’s sermon in some more detail, and to help us engage with how our faith and our lives work together. If you would like to receive these weekly notes by email, please click here to sign up.

Clothes Swap – Saturday 12th November, 10am – 1pm
Join us for our first ever clothes swap event! Update your wardrobe, help save clothing from going into landfill, & raise funds for church too!
You will be able to bring 5 items minimum of clothing to swap for something new-to-you - a chance to update your wardrobe in a sustainable and cost-effective way. There's no limit to the number of items you can bring to exchange - so long as they are clean and in excellent condition.
Get the whole family kitted out - men’s, women’s, and children’s clothes all accepted. Don’t want to swap? Feel free to donate!
Entry £3. Drop clothes between 10-11am, and then swapping starts at 11am.
Light refreshments will be available to purchase during the event.

Tombola
Susan & David’s famous tombola will be at the clothes swap event!
Can you help by providing a prize? Please leave in church with Sandra, Susan, or Sally.

Spring Harvest (10th - 14th April 2023)
Do you fancy a break by the seaside next year?
We’re thinking of going to Spring Harvest Skegness as a church group.
There is something for everyone, insightful teaching, passionate worship sessions, and space to relax and recharge. Set against the backdrop of the Butlin's resorts, there's so much to do and enjoy.
Grab a coffee, sip a wine, dip into teaching seminars, take a walk on the beach, and join with thousands of other Christians in worship.
Prices are from £139, and more information can be found online here.
At this stage we would like to know if you're interested in attending, please contact the [email protected] with "Spring Harvest" in the subject.

Calverley's First Beer Festival!

Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.
Then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.
(Proverbs 3:9-10)

What an amazing event it was! Over 300 people passed through our door and over 1000 pints of Real Ale were consumed throughout the day!
It was a great success - we achieved our goals and exceeded our expectations!
Financially the church was gifted with £3,700 by the generous giving from those who attended and those who sponsored a barrel.
Over 40 volunteers from the church and the community gave their time and talent to help make the day run smoothly. A huge Thank You to all involved on behalf of St. Wilfrid’s for your commitment and support, you made our first Beer Festival a joyous and prosperous occasion! Plans are already being made for next year’s festival and details will be released soon.
Cheers!
Nicola, Jon, and John.