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Join us on Tuesday 3rd December @ 19 for our monthly Taizé Service
  • St.Nick’s newsletter for Sunday 1st December Advent 1

    Dear Friends,

    The first Sunday of Advent is indeed a time of reflection and anticipation. The Gospel reading from Luke 21:25-36 speaks of signs in the sun, moon, and stars, and the distress among nations, indicating that the kingdom of God is near.

    Jesus urges us to be vigilant and alert, so we are not caught unawares.

    Hope during Advent can be seen in various ways:

    1. Hope in Promises: The readings remind us of God’s promises of deliverance and restoration. Jeremiah 33:14-16 speaks of a righteous branch from David’s line who will bring justice and righteousness
    2. Hope in Presence: Jesus’ words assure us that even in tumultuous times, our redemption is drawing near. This hope is not just for the future but is present in our daily lives as we see God’s work around us
    3. Hope in Community: Sharing hope involves embodying justice and love in our interactions. As we prepare for Christmas, we can find hope in acts of kindness, support, and solidarity with those in need

    As we journey through Advent, reflecting on these themes can help us recognize and share the hope that comes with the anticipation of Jesus’ birth. How do you plan to embrace and share hope this Advent season?

    Come and experience the first Sunday of advent with us and start your journey…

    Alison Mills
    Churchwarden and ALM
     

    Sunday 1st December, Advent 1

    Our service this Sunday will be led by our Area Dean Rev Nick Watson.  We look forward to welcoming back Rev Nick who will preach and preside on Sunday morning. Our Assistant Organist, Elizabeth Bray will provide the music. . Readings and prayers will be lead by St.Nick’s team. Refreshments will be served after the service.

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Dates for your diary:
Wednesday morning Eucharist 10 am with Rev Augustine Tanner-Ihm, all welcome


Church prayer garden
The bird boxes are now in the trees, ready to welcome our feathered friends. Thank you to David Crossley for installing the boxes on Saturday. The first tree is flourishing in the centre of the garden and plans are now in place for the railway sleepers to form a boundary and the palettes to create some raised borders. We’re working towards Silver Eco-Church status. If you can help us on this journey, please contact  jane@st-nicholas-church.org.uk. 

Celebrating Black History Month

Dates for your Diary

Welcome to St. Nicholas Church – Taizé Tuesday 3rd December 2024

Our next Taizé Worship service will take place on Tuesday 5th November at 7pm. The service will be led by our organist and MD Ollie Mills, with prayers and a reading from St.Nick’s team. Do join us for this simple, contemplative service with chants and prayers all by candlelight.  This service will be broadcast live via our website: www.st-nicholas-church.org.uk […]

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Upcoming Events at St Nicks

Mark your calendars for St. Nick’s array of festive events! We eagerly anticipate your presence at: National Remembrance Day Service: Sunday, November 10th 10.30am Fog Lane Tree Lighting Ceremony & Grand Festivities: Friday, November 29th from 5.30pm in church and then from 6.30pm on Fog Lane, featuring a special guest! Christmas Taize Evening Worship: Tuesday 3rd December 7pm Kingsway Christmas Market: Saturday 7th December 11.00 to 2.00pm Christingle Service : Sunday, December 8th 10.30am The […]

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Clergy

Augustine Tanner-Ihm
Associate Priest
Growing up in Chicago, he has travelled the globe speaking on matters close to his heart, such as race, reconciliation and spirituality. He has been a guest speaker for various institutions, such as the Durham Student Union, BBC Breakfast, Church of England General Synod and the Houses of Parliament. He has also featured numerous times on radio for the BBC and presented at several LGBTQ+ events. Augustine has written for the Church Times, The Moody Standard and The Church of England Newspaper. With degrees in Education and Theology from Durham University, he has previously studied at Northwestern University, Iowa State University, Sarum College and St Mellitus College.

Lay Ministry

Alison Mills
Authorised Lay Minister
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Margaret Vessey
Authorised Lay Minister (Emeritus)

Life Events

Weddings

Getting married at St. Nick's is meaningful, spiritual, personal, beautiful – just as you would want it to be. The Your Church Wedding website from the […]

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Christenings

At a Christening, a child is baptized. It's the first step on an amazing journey with God, parents, friends, family, godparents and the church.  If you're […]

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Life at St. Nick’s

Safeguarding

Safeguarding

At St. Nicholas Church we work hard to maintain a safe environment for all.

We are committed to implementing the House of Bishops’ safeguarding policies and good practice guidance.

If you have any concerns or enquiries regarding safeguarding, please contact our safeguarding officer.

Parish Safeguarding Officer: Giles Elliott

Email: safeguarding@st-nicholas-church.org.uk

The Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is Abbey Clephane-Wilson, she can be contacted atsafeguarding@manchester.anglican.org or at 0161 828 1465 / 07384 460958

 Out of Hours Support

The Diocese of Manchester partners with thirtyone:eight and you can access their Safeguarding Helpline if the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser is unavailable. Thirtyone:eight can be contacted on 0303 003 1111.

This also includes any safeguarding queries outside of office hours on weekdays and weekends. An Information Sharing Agreement between the two organisations will allow the Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser to receive a copy of the advice thirtyone:eight may offer the caller.

 In the case of an emergency

 If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Service.

 Helplines

 NSPCC Child Protection Helpline: 0808 800 5000 (lines free and open 24 hours).

  • Child-line: 0800 1111 (lines free and open 24 hours).
  • Parent Line: 0808 800 2222
  • National Domestic Violence Helpline: 0808 2000 247 (lines free and open 24 hours).
  • Samaritans Helpline: 116 123 (open 24 hours).
  • Action on Elder Abuse Helpline: 080 8808 8141 (free phone Monday to Friday 9-5pm)

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