YThe Elders have had three meetings in the last month, two of which were devoted solely to developments within the Mission Partnership. To date, although various changes have been suggested, our position remains the same as at the Congregational Meeting.
At our monthly meeting we welcomed the news that Hannah Middleton with whom Phil Wagstaff has been in touch about Junior Church, may be able to help with youth work in Ponteland in conjunction with Ponteland Churches Together. We considered the Church Calendar for 2009 which could include a Passover meal in Holy Week and ecumenical soup and roll lunches during Lent. There will be a service of carols, candles and readings at the evening service on December 14th this year.
Philip Gray shared with us his format for Café Church and told us of an initiative he has developed with PC Henry to meet with the young scooter and motorbike riders on the estate. It is to be hoped that this could be the beginning of a good relationship with our local police constable.
We also noted that Raymond Tipping is retiring from being convenor for the Events Committee and Communications Group and we thank him for all his work and the expertise he brought to these roles. It is to be hoped someone will take on the leadership of each of these groups and make as good a job as Raymond has done.
Carol Gabriel, Acting Secretary
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