Have you ever looked up at the stars on a clear night and wondered at the vastness of it all? Some of the stars are so far away that their light was set off many light years ago. The universe is an unimaginable place and I wonder if God had anything to do with it all. Maybe not, maybe he just concentrated on our planet.

So far, we've not even found water on other planets which could start the cycle of life. So, God most likely put all his energy into planet earth.
And what a good job he made of our world. We have animals in the forests, birds in the air, and fish in the seas. The earth's position from the sun was just enough to promote life on earth and the tilt of the access was set to give us the seasons of the year.

God's presence is all around us as he formed the wonder of our planet which we can feel as we walk through the woods & forests, and swim in the seas and lakes. There is no doubt that the earth is God's creation, and we should look after it for present and future generations.

Peter Illingworth

Sunday 28th May
This Sunday it’s Pentecost and we’d like you to come in bright coloured clothes to celebrate! It’s a joint service at 10am so that means there’ll be something for all. The children will be staying in and as usual we’ll have refreshements available after the service.

Ring for the King
Don’t forget on Bank Holiday Monday 29th May, starting at 10am the bell ringing team will attempt another full peal. We’ll update you next week on how it went.

Songs of Praise - Sunday 25th June, 6pm
Come and sing some of your favourite hymns, augmented by our St. Wilfrid’s singers - a lovely way to spend a summer’s evening. Afterwards, refreshments will be served. This is a free event and no booking required.
Rehearsals for the choir will be 6-7pm in church on Thursday 1st June, Thursday 8th June, Tuesday 13th June, & Thursday 22nd June.

Youth Drop-in
Continues to meet on Wednesdays in church.
If you're in High School years 7-10 and want to come and hang out, get toasted snacks, and catch up with each other in a safe space, we’re open between 3:30-4:30pm. This next half term we’re welcoming Year 6 too!
Come and get to know some people before the big move to wherever you’re going next year!

Summer Holiday Club
We're pleased to announce that we hope to be running another Summer Holiday Club from Monday 24th – Friday 28th July 2023!
For further information and to register your interest, please click here.

Communion Table Flowers
The Flower Rota for July - December is now ready to collect from your Pigeonholes. Three additional dates have become available & we would be very grateful for some volunteers otherwise the Pedestal’s on the Altar will be bare. The dates are 18th June, 9th July, & 23rd July.
If you can help, please contact Julie Horan on 07989 947 506

Confirmation Course
Our next course is for anyone aged 7 or over who would like to take communion, exploring the basic of the church’s faith.
We will be running this from 12:30-2:30pm on 9th & 16th July in Church.
Anyone interested should contact [email protected]

Clothes Swap
Numbers at the clothes swap were disappointing but those that attended got some great swaps. A big thanks to all who helped on the day and those who donated baked goods!

Bradford North Food Bank
Can you help? BNFB are urgently in need of volunteer van drivers to cover collecting & delivering on Monday & Thursday mornings. No special license is required to drive the van. If you can assist, please call Helen on 01274 292 256

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The work and ministry of Calverley Parish Church is supported by the generous giving of the church community, and we receive no outside funding.
You can make a donation or sign up to regular giving, including Gift Aid, via our Parish Giving page online here.
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