Following a course exploring and re-visiting Jesus's interaction with others during his ministry on earth, the seeds of St Paul's newest community venture were sown....
Wednesday Welcome provides a relaxed, safe space to spend a few hours. Open from 10.00am to 3.30pm for people of faith and of no faith, it offers a warm welcome to everyone. Teas, coffees and lunches are available, as are board games, dominoes and quizzes. Daily newspapers are on hand for those who may wish to sit quietly with their tea or coffee, whilst there is always someone to talk to for sharing or just for a chat. An afternoon programme of speakers, discussion groups, faith-based sessions and activities are also on offer.
A recent afternoon session of Mindfulness facilitated by Tim Moore was very positively received, albeit, after initial curiosity, prior to the session. Another interesting and thought-provoking session ' Guy Fawkes and all that 5th November stuff, ' led by our own minister Rev'd Tim Francis, proved not only interesting, but gave rise to discussion around the consequences of the gunpowder plot. Rev'd Peter Catford, Superintendent of the Huddersfield Circuit and new to post, came to share 'This is my story'.
Wednesday Welcome provides a relaxed, safe space to spend a few hours. Open from 10.00am to 3.30pm for people of faith and of no faith, it offers a warm welcome to everyone. Teas, coffees and lunches are available, as are board games, dominoes and quizzes. Daily newspapers are on hand for those who may wish to sit quietly with their tea or coffee, whilst there is always someone to talk to for sharing or just for a chat. An afternoon programme of speakers, discussion groups, faith-based sessions and activities are also on offer.
A recent afternoon session of Mindfulness facilitated by Tim Moore was very positively received, albeit, after initial curiosity, prior to the session. Another interesting and thought-provoking session ' Guy Fawkes and all that 5th November stuff, ' led by our own minister Rev'd Tim Francis, proved not only interesting, but gave rise to discussion around the consequences of the gunpowder plot. Rev'd Peter Catford, Superintendent of the Huddersfield Circuit and new to post, came to share 'This is my story'.
So, what plans do we have moving forwards? Two consecutive afternoons in December will explore Advent. A morning Carol Service is planned followed by Turkey sandwiches and mince pies. Future plans are to introduce a morning gentle exercise group. A smorgasbord of sessions!
To date, after a few weeks, word is getting around the neighbourhood; uptake is slowly increasing and interest from those attending has already extended to their presence at other activities at St Paul's.
One attendee, on returning a second week said, " I didn’t know what to expect, but I like being here, I live alone and I like the company and enjoy playing dominoes.... something you can’t do when you're on your own. "
Wednesday Welcome is still in its infancy, we are learning as we go along and are open to suggestions. Some adjustments have already been made, but as we continue to look to God for guidance and assurance, the seeds of Wednesday Welcome are gaining strength.
We are learning as we journey to interact with others in a Jesus Shaped way.
We will keep you posted ...
Dalton St Paul's
To date, after a few weeks, word is getting around the neighbourhood; uptake is slowly increasing and interest from those attending has already extended to their presence at other activities at St Paul's.
One attendee, on returning a second week said, " I didn’t know what to expect, but I like being here, I live alone and I like the company and enjoy playing dominoes.... something you can’t do when you're on your own. "
Wednesday Welcome is still in its infancy, we are learning as we go along and are open to suggestions. Some adjustments have already been made, but as we continue to look to God for guidance and assurance, the seeds of Wednesday Welcome are gaining strength.
We are learning as we journey to interact with others in a Jesus Shaped way.
We will keep you posted ...
Dalton St Paul's
