At this Sunday's service we said goodbye to our curate Kathreen and family, Shahbaz, Jeremiah and Joshua, as she moved on to lead her own church in... Gorton, which is just up the road! We prayed for God's blessing on them their new home and ministry, and then had our Bring and Share lunch together, with cake of course. Thank you Kathreen for all you have brought to us – that smile, that enthusiasm – for the last three years. You all have been much loved members of the Brunswick family (one which you never really leave).
A date for your diaries. It's our annual Tearfund Big Quiz Night. Come along to Brunswick on Friday 15th November from 7pm for some fun fundraising for all the family.
With refreshments and prizes. As always, everyone welcome. Download a poster here. Yesterday at Positive Steps we held another of our 'Afternoon Tea with Music Quiz' events, which are fast gaining legendary status. Great food provided by Mo and team and a prize quiz on all (well, some) things musical ably led by Quizmaster Simon. Questions of varying ease and toughness, right through to the baffingly obscure (one correct answer was 'Radar Love', the only UK hit by Dutch band Golden Earring!) But lots of fun in good company, singing along with the hits, and a good preparation for our annual Tear Fund Big Quiz Night on 15th November (watch this space for more details soon).
This, and all that goes on at Positive Steps and Brunswick Church, are open to all. As part of our 50th year celebrations we have invited previous curates to come back to Brunswick as our guest speakers. Most recent was Richard Taylor, previously part of Brunswick 2000-2004, now a vicar in London. Richard shared about his memories and experience of Brunswick and what he has taken from his time here into his ministry since. He also preached as part of our series on the book of Job (not the easiest of tasks, but handled really well – notes available on request).
The Women's Footprints group had a great day out in Hebden Bridge on Monday. It was the final session of a four part project called "Try The Train" run by Northern Rail. Our facilitator, Lauren, helped us look at barriers to using the train, took us on a short trip to Piccadilly Station to familiarise us with it. Then we chose a place to visit and planned it together. So we ended up in Hebden Bridge on Monday – a beautiful place, lovely weather and great company. We also had lunch courtesy of Northern Rail! Thank you Northern Rail and Lauren and Sophia. Thank you, Mo, for setting it up. Women's Footprints meet every Monday morning as Part of Brunswick Church's Positive Steps Community Hub. New members always welcome. The theme for Black History Month this year is `Saluting Sisters'. If you know a woman of colour that has positively affected you (big or small), could you please write or record a short piece telling your story. The idea is that this will contribute to creating a booklet. Mo or Paul are happy to do the writing or recording. For more info send an email or call in at Positive Steps. Everyone is invited to our Macmillan coffee morning on Tuesday September 24 starting 10:30am. There will be coffee, tea and of course CAKE and other goodies. Plus good company and chat. All hosted by Mo and team and for a great cause. What's not to like? Every Coffee Morning makes a difference. Donations from thousands of Coffee Mornings, big and small, help raise vital funds to support the 3 million people in the UK living with cancer, from the moment they are diagnosed, throughout treatment and beyond. Positive Steps is back after a late summer break and, as well as the regular activities, there are several special events happening over the next few months. Beginning with a Women's Health Day on Saturday September 14, 11am to 5pm, with experts and specialists speaking on physical and well-being issues. Organised by Salam Sisters and supported by the NHS.
For women only. Cost is £6.13 and Eventbrite registration is required. For more details send an email or download a poster here. Please note Positive Steps will be closed for 3 weeks while Mo and team have a well-earned summer break. Last day, Thursday August 8. Re-opening on Monday September 2.
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