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JOIN US ON OUR JOURNEY OF FAITH AT ANY OFTHE SERVICES. EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

ST. MALACHY’S CHURCH

Times of Sunday Masses at St Malachy’s:Saturday (Vigil Mass) at 6.30 pm and

Sunday Mass at 9 am

Confessions at St Malachy’s (Sacrament of Reconciliation)Saturday: No Morning Confession

Evening 5.30 pm to 6.15 pm

MIXENDEN & ILLINGWORTH PARISH:HOLY NATIVITY CHURCH

Sundays at 10.00 amAll Age Eucharist, everyone welcome.

Tuesday Eucharist :9.30 am St Mary's Community Shop, Turner Avenue South

11 am Holy Nativity Church, Mixenden

PREACHERS AT ILLINGWORTH MOOR DURINGTHE MONTH OF MARCH:

5th 10.30 am Rev P Welch - Parade

12th 10.30 am Mrs Kathleen Melling

19th 10.30 am Mrs Caroline Stead

26th 10.30 am Mothering Sunday - Local Arrangement

I learned more about Christianity from my mother thanfrom all the theologians of England. John Wesley

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MESSAGE FROM OUR MINISTER

March is one of those months that gives us a sense of hopeand what can be. It brings with it the dawning of Spring andalso extra hours of light which falls on Mother’s Day this year.There is one thing for certain and that time is moving on, itnever goes back. Recently I watched a film called ‘In Time’and when someone reached 25 a digital clock within their armbegan counting down. The aim then was try to accrue as muchtime as possible to extend life, but the moment the clockwound down to zero, that was it, life was over. As I watchedthat film it brought into focus how fragile life is and how ourtime passes quickly. We do not have an infinite amount of timehere on earth and while we may expect to live a long andsubstantial life, we never quite know when our time is up.Charles Wesley the great hymn writer and preacher allegedlyonce etched into one of the windows at Mount Zion (on PerLane) these words, ‘Time how short, Eternity how long.’When I see these words on the centre piece in Irene’s gardenat Mount Zion, they always bring me up short and I think abouthow I spend my time. All of us do have time, as soon as weopen our eyes and take our waking breath each morning, wehave a choice to do something positive and productive. It iswhat we choose to do with our time that is important and whatwe choose to invest our time in.So, as we approach the end of the month, when we receivemore day light and as we celebrate Mother’s Day perhaps wemight like to think about what we do with this preciouscommodity called time, while we still have it.

Every Blessing,

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LOCAL HISTORYThis month we are very grateful to local historian, David C Glover, for

allowing us to use this story in the Messenger. Wadsworth Moor Killing, 1858

Victim: Bethel Parkinson“The sight of a fellow man standing unmoved and impenitent upon the fatal drop,

created an impressive silence, until the notes of the Castle clock striking twelvesounded his knell.” So read a Halifax “Guardian” report in April 1858, describingthe hanging at York of Joseph Shepherd of Holdsworth for the horrific murder ofBethel Eli Parkinson of Raggalds.The previous January the people of Halifax and district had been alarmed andhorrified at one of the most cold-blooded murders ever perpetrated in this area. Thebody of Bethel Parkinson had been found in a field near Commons Farm, WadsworthMoor, and he had not died a natural death: he had been stabbed repeatedly with alarge carving knife; and his skull had also been badly crushed with a heavy stone.Now I must introduce the two men involved in this tragedy. Bethel Eli Parkinsonwas born in 1827 at Micklemoss, near Queensbury, the son of stone merchant SamuelParkinson, and Hannah his wife, who worshipped at Mount Zion Chapel,Ogden. Bethel became a small farmer, who dealt also in horses and cattle; he livedat Raggalds Inn, though he was not the publican. On 18th March 1850 he marriedMary Mann at Bradford Parish Church. She worked for Foster’s at Black Dyke Mills,Queensbury.Joseph Shepherd was baptised at Mount Zion Chapel, Ogden in October 1835, sonof Robert Shepherd, a joiner. The family lived at Holdsworth, and Joe Shepherdworked as a gentleman’s servant, and also a cab driver. On 12th May 1856 he marriedMartha Hodgson, daughter of a shopkeeper, at Halifax Parish Church; she was fifteenyears his senior. Soon afterwards, Shepherd fell on hard times; and joined a gangof burglars who carried out jobs in Halifax. He also became involved in highwayrobbery.Neither Shepherd nor Parkinson was literate, judging by Marriage entries.Their families both being connected with Mount Zion Chapel, it is very likely thatBethel would have known Shepherd over many years.On 13th January 1858, Parkinson was invited by Shepherd to give him some moneyfor speculation, which the former refused. But the following morning he agreed togo with Shepherd to see a man at Wadsworth, where, he was told “a rare profit couldbe made.” Before leaving Raggalds, Parkinson’s wife gave him £2 10 shillings, aconsiderable sum in those days. The journey was to end in death on a hillside forone, and – in due course - death on the gallows at York for the other.

To be continued next month………

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26TH MARCH - MOTHERING SUNDAY

There is an old Jewish saying: God could not beeverywhere, and therefore He made mothers.Mother Church, Mother Earth, Mother of the Gods - ourhuman mothers - all of them have been part of the celebrationof ‘Mothering Sunday’ - as the fourth Sunday in Lent isaffectionately known. It has been celebrated in the UK sinceat least the 16th century.In Roman times, great festivals were held every Spring to honour Cybele, Motherof all the Gods. Other pagan festivals in honour of Mother Earth were alsocelebrated. With the arrival of Christianity, the festival became one honouringMother Church.During the Middle Ages, young people apprenticed to craftsmen or working as‘live-in’ servants were allowed only one holiday a year on which to visit theirfamilies - which is how ‘Mothering Sunday’ got its name. This special day becamea day of family rejoicing, and the Lenten fast was broken. In some places the daywas called Simnel Day, because of the sweet cakes called simnel cakes traditionallyeaten on that day.In recent years the holiday has changed and in many ways now resembles theAmerican Mothers’ Day, with families going out to Sunday lunch and generallymaking a fuss of their mother on the day.

ST DAVID’S DAY – TIME FOR DAFFODILS1st March is St David’s Day, and it’s time for the Welsh to wear daffodils or leeks.Shakespeare called this custom ‘an honourable tradition begun upon an honourablerequest’ - but nobody knows the reason. Why should anyone have ever ‘requested’ thatthe Welsh wear leeks or daffodils to honour their patron saint? It’s a mystery!We do know that David - or Dafydd - of Pembrokeshire was a monk and bishop ofthe 6th century. In the 12th century he was made patron of Wales, and he has thehonour of being the only Welsh saint to be canonised and culted in the WesternChurch. Tradition has it that he was austere with himself, and generous with others -living on water and vegetables (leeks, perhaps?!) and devoting himself to works ofmercy. He was much loved.

17TH MARCH - ST PATRICK’S DAY – BELOVED APOSTLETO IRELANDSt Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. If you’ve ever been in New York on St Patrick’sDay, you’d think he was the patron saint of New York as well... the flamboyant paradeis full of American/Irish razzmatazz.It’s all a far cry from the hard life of this 5th century humble Christian who becamein time both bishop and apostle of Ireland.

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THE NEXT FORUM MEETING FOR THEILLINGWORTH WARD

is on Wednesday, 8th March 2017 at the Community Room,Illingworth Fire Station. Refreshments and signing in from

6 pm - the meetings starts at 6.30 pm.

The Ward Forum meetings are a chance to meet your localWard Councillors, the local Police team, Pennine Housing and

the Fire Service.

If you are having problems in the area in which you live it isyour chance to meet the people who can help you.

If you can’t make the meeting but want to discuss an issue inyour area, ring 01422 255402 or email

team@halifaxnorthandeast.com

WHAT IS LOVE?

In a survey of 4 to 8 year olds, children revealed a simple but deep grasp of thatfour-letter word.

● Love is when my Mummy makes coffee for my daddy and she takes a sip beforegiving it to him, to make sure the taste is OK.

● Love is when you kiss all the time. Then when you get tired of kissing, you stillwant to be together and you talk more. My mummy and daddy are like that. Ithink they look disgusting when they kiss, but they look happy.

● Love is a little old woman and a little old man who are still friends even afterthey've known each other so well.

● My mummy loves me more than anybody. You don't see anyone else kissing meto sleep at night.

● When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn't bend over and paint her toenailsanymore. So my grandfather does it for her, even when his hands got arthritis too.That's love.

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CREW is a  local registered charity

“Aiming to Keep Calderdale Fit and Healthy”

We have exercise classes at Forest Cottage CommunityCentre every Tuesday and Thursday at 9.45 am

We have Walk-It Health Walks of 30- 120 minutes

Mondays at 11 am from Illingworth Moor Methodist Church30 mins Easy/Flat on 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th March

Mondays at 1 pm from Keighley Road Surgery 90 - 120 minsModerate on 13th and 27th March

Mondays at 1 pm from Beechwood Medical Centre, Ovenden60-90 mins Moderate on 6th & 20th March

Fridays at 10 am from Illingworth Moor Methodist Church90 - 120 mins Moderate on 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st March

Walk leaders are Dennis Bootland,Christine Crompton,Christine Cox & Mike Barnett

All our information is on the website: www.crewheartsupport.co.uk

PRACTICE CHAMPIONS FROM KEIGHLEY ROADSURGERY

The two Practice Health Champions Groups will meet in March atIllingworth Moor Methodist Church as follows:

THE REMINISCENCE GROUP on Monday, 20th March at 2 pm

THE DIABETETES SUPPORT GROUP - COFFEE & CHAT on

Tuesday, 21st March at 11 am

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WORKERS IN OUR COMMUNITY

This is the second in the series highlighting people who work tirelessslyin the Church and local community to make things happen and improvethings for all of us. Val Radcliffe writes about her work runningIllingworth Moor Methodist Church’s Good As New Shop.

It’s quite apt to be asked to write about the Shop as it is 20 years ago thisyear that we started. It was the brainchild of the late Sue King and was tobe for one week only. How lovely it was to see so many people calling intoChurch looking for bargains and so the journey began. A room under thestage in the old Sunday School was kitted out with clothes rails and displayshelves and nearly new clothes poured in. It must be said that we had muchfun in that little room, helpers and customers alike. Many new friends weremade and the Church shop became a place to call-in, have a coffee and anatter with friends.Move forward 20 years to today. We are now, of course, in our new building,open three days a week, with a lovely shop, a proper till and counter. Therails are full of lovely clothes and taken out into the big hall each Monday,Wednesday and Friday. The book cases are full of books, the shelves in theshop are full to bursting with bric-a-brac and the tables of toys and jigsawsare played with and sometimes bought.Unfortunately I don’t just wave a magic wand and all this happens – it happensbecause of a lot of hard working people who give of their time freely. Wehave volunteers who sort the clothes, some people come in to do the ironing,some take it home and bring it back all nicely ironed and pressed. And thatis not all – the clothes need tagging, pricing and putting out onto the rails.Bargain rails need to be kept full, not to mention the occasional SALE.The list goes on and on and there is always lots to do. But I do hope thatwe never lose the essence of what we started here, and that is to be awelcoming place for all. A place where you can call in, not particularly toshop, but to sit in our coffee corner, read the paper, or just have a natterand make new friends.If you are a regular to our shop, thank you, and please keep coming or wewill miss you. If you have never popped in to see us, please do. We areopen every Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11 am to 4 pm.

We look forward to seeing you.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURES - OR SURFING THE NETWould you worry about your child if he or she went sailing at night withouta life jacket or adults around? Well, a recent study of the perilousadventures described in the classic adventure Swallows & Amazons hasconcluded that even these activities would be safer and more beneficialfor children than hours spent using gadgets.According to Julian Lovelock, former Dean of Arts and Pro Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham, children do not spend enoughtime living in the real world. “Children have too little freedom to go offexploring.” He believes that being outdoors helps children to boost theirproblem-solving skills, cooperation with others, their focus and self-discipline.

FAVOURITE NAMES FOR YOUR DOG AND CATWhen Crufts opens this month, it will be attended by thousands of dogswith very long, posh names. But back home, it seems we now prefer babynames to the more traditional names for our pets.Thus, if you have a dog, you are more likely to call it Ben or Poppy, ratherthan Prince or Blackie. And if you have a cat, you are more likely to favourBob or Bella, rather than Smudge or Mittens. You can’t go wrong withCharlie, Poppy and Sam – they now appear in the top ten names for bothdogs and cats.

DO YOU TEXT AND WALK AT THE SAME TIME?Is it polite to plod along a crowded pavement, texting? Is it acceptableto cross the road while typing an email? Should you talk on your phonein a crowded train? What about reading your emails while on a businesscall?Whatever your views, smartphone etiquette is rapidly evolving. And don’tbe too fast to cast the first stone! Apparently nearly two thirds of usadmit to texting or typing while we walk along in a public place. Nearlyhalf of us also talk on our smartphone on a train, or in another confinedspace. And more than half of us have emailed or texted someone in capitalletters – the digital equivalent of shouting, or using green ink.But these new habits bring new hazards. People trip over rough surfaces,or stroll out in front of traffic. A spokesman for the Royal Society forthe Prevention of Accidents warns: “People should take care not to bedangerously distracted.”

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ST. MALACHY’S NEWS

ST. MALACHY’S NURSERYSt. Malachy’s School, Cousin Lane.

There is a place for your child so why not give your child thebest start? Apply for a place now and come and see what wehave to offer. Contact St. Malachy’s School on 01422 244628.

ST. MALACHY’S WALKS

If you would like to join us you will be mademost welcome. Walking boots and suitableclothing are essential. For more informationplease contact Philip or Pat at 01422 259761or e-mail us at p29.moran@gmail.com

ST. MALACHY’S CREDIT UNION

We can now see you at 26a Illingworth Road (former PennineHousing Office)

Thursdays 9.30 am to 1 pm; 5.15 pm to 6.45 pm; Fridays 9 am to 12 noon.

St Malachy’s Church Hall after 9 am Mass on Sundays andIllingworth Moor Methodist Church Fridays 11 am to 1 pm

CONFESSIONS AT ST MALACHY’S(SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION)

Saturday: No Morning ConfessionEvening 5.30 p.m to 6.15pm

FUND RAISING GROUP: We are collecting old gold. Haveyou any broken chains? Odd earrings? Rings without stones?Please donate your old jewellery for Church funds. Items can

be left in the box on the Paper Stall.

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The Parishes of Mixenden and Illingworth worship togetherat Holy Nativity Church, Sunny Bank Road, Mixenden, HX2 8RXwhere the Vicar is Rev. Robb Sutherland, Vicar of Mixenden &Illingworth. Family Communion every Sunday at 10 am.

Church contact list:Church wardens: Mrs M Henderson 01422 243596;Mrs S O'Brien 01422 248454 email obrien246@btinternet.comTreasurer: Mrs H Roberts Luncheon Club: Mrs S O'BrienBeavers, Cubs and Scouts: David & Diane Capon 01422247295Baptisms: Mrs S Wiggins 01422 249642.For baptisms, funerals and weddings contact the churchwardens.The Charity shop at Turner Avenue South: Monday andTuesday 8.30 am - 12 noon. Bob and Pat Highley 01422248665.Old and new members from Illingworth are extended awarm welcome to join our worship and social activities

ST. MARY’S CHURCH

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SUDOKU EASY SUDOKU MODERATE

WORDSEARCHMarch brings us Lent and Mothering Sunday. Lent is a time of spiritualself-assessment as we prepare for Easter. It is a time to turn to God, andgrow closer to him. Mothering Sunday reminds us of not only the mothersthat have loved and raised us, but of Mother Church, who has spirituallyloved and nurtured us throughout our Christian pilgrimage. How manywords can you find on these themes in this month’s Word Search?

Lent spiritual Easter preparation fasting prayer desert selfdenial repentance seeking finding growing mothers love care nurture learning teaching disciples worldwide flowers thank you nursing family

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WHAT’S ON AT ILLINGWORTH MOOR

‘GOOD AS NEW SHOP’Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11 am - 4 pm.Why not drop into our "Cosy Coffee Corner".No need to buy! Just sit and watch the world goby in warm and pleasant surroundings.Enjoy a cuppa, read a magazine, or just relax.

CAFÉ-OASISMonday 11.30 am to 1.30 pmRe-new/re-fresh/re-store. Sandwichesand snacks, hot and cold drinks.Working alongside Busoasis.www.busoasis.org.uk

Email: staff.busoasis2013@gmail.com

BOYS’ BRIGADE - MONDAYSAnchor Boys: 5 - 7 years (6.15 pm - 7.30 pm)Junior Section: 8 - 10 years (6.30 pm - 8.30 pm)Company Section: 11 - 18 years (7.30 pm-9.30 pm)For more information please contactCaptain Andy: 07833910698

TUESDAY FELLOWSHIPThe Tuesday Fellowship meets on the first Tuesday in themonth at 2.30 pm when there is usually a guest speaker.

£1 includes tea and biscuits. Everyone is welcome.See elsewhere in this Messenger for more details.

GIRLS' BRIGADE - WEDNESDAYSExplorers: 5 - 7 years (5.30 pm - 7.15 pm)Juniors, Seniors & Brigaders: 8 -18 years

(6.45 pm - 8.30 pm) For more information please contact

Captain Andrea: 01422 249794

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THURSDAY’S YOUNG AT HEART GROUPMeet at Illingworth Moor at 2 pm. For more information

contact Hazel Roberts on 01422 242374

HYMNS & HERS (Choir Practice)Thursdays 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm. We get together to worship Godthrough modern and not-so-modern music. You don't need to

be an accomplished singer, just enjoy the music.

FRIDAYSLunches are available on Fridays from 12 noon (termtime only). The cost will be ‘up to £3’ depending on

menu, followed by bingo, raffle etc if you wish.

SHOPPERS ‘20 MINUTES’ SERVICEFirst Friday of each month with Rev Paul at 11.40 am

CREDIT UNION WITH ST MALACHY'SAt Illingworth Moor every Friday from 11 am - 1 pm.

Want to save as little as 50p a week?This helps to get you into the savings habit.

If you have problems with big money institutions, the CreditUnion can help you start from where you are right now.

MESSY CHURCHHeld on the first Friday in the month (termtime only) for children from 3 pm to 4.30 pm

- games, songs, films, tea etc.Led by Rev. Paul

SUNDAYSSunday Worship & Sunday School at 10.30 am

EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO JOIN US AT ANYOR ALL OF THE ADVERTISED EVENTS.

For more details please contact:Rev Paul on 01422 244418

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THE TUESDAY FELLOWSHIP

The Tuesday Fellowship Group at Illingworth Moor MethodistChurch welcomed John Smith, JP at their recent meeting. Johngave a really interesting talk to nearly thirty members abouthow the justice system had evolved over the centuries, beforethe introduction of The Magna Carta up to the present day. Heshowed many slides and also brought photographs of the courtbuilding on Harrison Road which is now closed. There was evena photo of Harry Houdini in one of the cells, as he claimed hecould escape from it. Unfortunately he didn’t. He also told ushow things would change in the near future, with the mergerof more courts.Ros Greenwood chaired the meeting and gave a vote of thanksto John. The meeting finished with refreshments.Our next meeting is on Tuesday, 7th March at 2.30 pm whenDavid Caulfield will be talking about his cruise to Norway.Everyone is welcome.

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CHURCHESTOGETHER

Lent2017series

A smile speaks in every language.

When it rains look for rainbowsWhen it’s dark look for stars

Always be thankful for all of the simple pleasures -family, friends, food, love, laughter and hope.

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The Spenser Wilson Halifax Cricket League has recently published the 2017 fixture listwhich includes the very first league derbies ever with our local rivals Bradshaw. TheSeason starts on 22 April with a visit to Leymoor in Huddersfield and the third match ofthe season on Saturday, 6 May will see Illingworth make the short trek to Bradshaw.Illingworth have entered the Halifax League 20/20 Competition and have been drawn athome in the 1st Round to SBCI on Tuesday, 2 May with a 6.30 pm start. The seniorteams will have a busy start to the season with the Parish Cup and Crossley Shield startingon Sunday, 7 May with the 1st team drawn at Blackley and the 2nd team entertaininganother Huddersfield side Bradley. The 3rd team cup draw has also been made withmatches against Copley, Rastrick and Southowram.The winter nets have already started at Trinity Academy Sports Hall on Tuesday eveningswith good attendances but there is always room for more so if you are interested do comedown. The juniors will be coached from 6 pm -7.30pm and it costs just £1 a session.The senior session runs from 7.30 – 9 pm and we invite all interested players to comealong and join in. If you need any more information please do get in touch.As always we want to get more youngsters, girls and boys playing cricket. This year theEnglish Cricket Board is introducing All Stars Cricket which will be for 5-8 year oldsand will be a fun way of starting to play cricket and learning the necessary skills. Twoof our coaches attended the regional launch of the scheme at Leeds United’s groundwhere former England Captain, Michael Vaughan, headlined an array of speakers givingdetails of this exciting new scheme which is due to be launched nationally on 13 March.Training for the leaders starts in early April and the scheme will be launched atIllingworth in mid-May to run on Friday evenings through the summer. Who knows wemight unearth the next Joe Root who was recently unveiled as the next England cricketcaptain.We are looking to run junior teams at U9, 11, 13 and U15 levels and we are still tryingto get enough girls to run a girls team. We will again be running three senior teams sothere is plenty of opportunity for everyone.Our football team, Illingworth St. Mary’s AFC are still flying high at the top of the league.The 1st team are still unbeaten and head the Premier Division of the Halifax League. The2nd team have slipped a little in recent weeks but have lost only two games and are stillchasing the leaders of Division 2. You can catch the fixtures in the Halifax Courier. Dosupport them and our bar is open after their games for a post-match drink.If you want any more details our web site address is www. illingworthcc.co.uk or ringAndrew Smith on 07979-645379 or email pasmith19@hotmail.com

Club President

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HAIRY POPPINSDOG WALKING & GARDENING

 Regular, occasional and one off walks Puppy visits to feed, play and toilet

Cats, rabbits, fish etc. cared for

Lawns mowed—regularly or occasionalGeneral Gardening

Phone Andrea on 07886527537Email: hairypoppins15@gmail.com

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Did you know?St Mary’s Church runs asmall charity shop onTurner Avenue South?It sells clothing, bric-a-brac and second handgoods of excellentquality. Why don’t you pop in for acoffee and a chat?

Monday & Tuesdays8.30 am - 12 noon

Items are always required and pick upcan be arranged if necessary.

Tel: 01422 248665

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For further informationplease contact

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A further extract from the ‘History of St Mary’s Church’by Rev. G. R. Oakley kindly submitted by Dorothy Moore

Final years of Rev. William Gillmor who was the longest servingVicar (1836 – 1878). Many stories cover this period, and after thedisastrous fire recorded last month, the church was greatlyimproved at a cost of £850. Sermons in those days were ‘long’and the high straight backed pews must have been veryuncomfortable! Some were enclosed by curtains! One writerstates that his little brother, on the first occasion on which he wasbrought to church, cried to be let out of “this big drawer” and hadto be taken home in tears! Another account states that thedifficulties of Sunday School teachers when, at a children’s service,unruly pupils had to be dragged from underneath the seats wherethey had concealed themselves!Mr. Gillmor began to contemplate the introduction of a surplicedchoir and was anxious to maintain a high standard as regardscharacter, churchmanship and knowledge of ecclesiastical music,but was opposed by some who, apparently, did not care what thechoristers believed or did, provided that their singing pleased thepopular taste!On November 16th 1878, William Gillmor died and hundredscrowded the church for his funeral. He had been a very popularvicar. He was followed by Rev. George Oldacres (1879-1913) .In 1887, when there was a great drought, George Greenwood, thesexton at St. Mary’s, remembered that a well was said to exist inthe old quarry behind the church. He was able to re-open this andconstructed the ancient steps which led down to it. The well hasbeen in use ever since. (Dorothy Moore remembers oncedescending down those steps (on the way from school!) and findingwater still trickling underground!)In 1888 a magnificent chancel and beautiful side chapel were givenby Mr. J. T. Ramsden and dedicated on 4th May 1889 by the Bishopof Wakefield (Dr. Walshaw Howe). A new organ quickly followedthe erection of the chancel and in 1892 a window (our Lord in theTemple) was given in memory of Miss Jane Moss – the most lovingbenefactor St. Mary’s ever had.

True friends leave footprints on your heart.

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Letter from Millie

My name is Millie and I am a Guide Dog puppy in training. PreviouslyI have written a few letters and I thought it is time to bring you up todate with my adventures. I am a yellow cross labrador/retriever and Iwas born at the Guide Dog Breeding Centre at Lemington Spa on the9th May 2015. When I was 8 weeks old I came to Halifax to live withPhilip & Pat who were my puppy walkers.They trained me how to behave in shops, supermarkets and on busesand trains, cafes and restaurants, in fact everywhere a blind personwould wish to go. I even went to Church on Sundays and most of thetime I was very good.I had lots of Guide Dog puppy friends and some fully trained GuideDogs. We would do some fundraising together at various places inand around Halifax. It was great fun.The time came for me to go to big school in Atherton, a training centrenear Bolton. I went there in August 2016 and met my kennel partnerwho was also called Millie. It was very confusing for us as well as forour trainer Kim.My training went very well and Kim was pleased with my progress.In December 2016 I went on to Leeds for advanced training where Ihope to qualify to be a Guide Dog and change someone's life for thebetter. My job will be to guide them safely each day and give themthe independence which most of us enjoy. I will keep you all updatedon my progress. Bye for now.

Love & Woofs

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WHAT TIME DO THE CLOCKS GO FORWARD THIS YEAR?

This year, clocks go forward at 1 am on March 26 –signalling British Summer Time.

ILLINGWORTH MOOR METHODIST CHURCH

KITCHEN NEWS

We are blessed at Illingworth to have so many volunteers who work every week to provide lunches for so many people on Fridays, and snacks on Mondays. The Cafe-Oasis on Mondays helps support the wonderful work of Bus-Oasis.

Beginning week commencing Monday, 20th February wehave secured the services of a cook who will open thekitchen every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridayfrom 11 am to 1.30 pm. Initially, there will be a limitedmenu, but this will be extended as demand is established.The existing menu on Mondays and Fridays will continuefor now.

Our cook is called Faye King, and we hope that you willmake her welcome and help make this new venture asuccess. Please let her know what you would like to seeon the menu, and she will try and accommodate.

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The Local Activities (LA) Group in Illingworth and Bradshaw was formed specifically toimprove the health and wellbeing of people over 50 in this area of Halifax. If you are

interested in meeting new friends and doing new activities please get in touch via oneof the following ways:

Visit our website: www.illingworthandbradshaw.btck.co.uk for an update on our activities / email us at lagroup50@hotmail.co.uk /

Facebook: Illingworth & Bradshaw Local Activities Group /Ring the Secretary on 01422 249070 / attend one of the activities

The following activities run each week and all are held at: ILLINGWORTH MOOR METHODIST CHURCH, KEIGHLEY ROAD, HX2 9LL

TUESDAYSKEEP FIT from 10 am to 11 am £3.00

Not too hard, but not too easy!This is a fun aerobic exercise class to get you fit and keep you healthy

NEW AGE KURLING from 11.15 am – 12.15 pm £2.00Both the above activities are suitable for a range of abilities

LINE DANCING from 2 pm – 3 pm £3.00(not on the first Tuesday in the month)

WEDNESDAYSCRAFTY CLUB from 10.15 am - 12.15 pm £2.00

Join the friendly group for knitting, card making and other crafts (somematerials provided) plus hand massage or just a brew and a natter

THURSDAYSINTERMEDIATE PILATES CLASS from 9.45 am – 10.45 am £3.00

NEW BEGINNERS PILATES CLASS from 11 am – 12 noon £3.00To improve core stability and strength

ART CLASS from 10.00 am – 12 noon £4.00Professional Tutor. Suitable for all levels – beginners are welcome.

Some materials provided.

*** NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME AT ANY OF THE ACTIVITIES ***

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CHURCH CONTACTS

Mixenden and Illingworth Parish: Holy Nativity ChurchMinister: Rev Robb SutherlandTel: 01422 353929Address: Holy Nativity Church, Sunnybank Road, Mixenden, HX2 8RXWeb: www.holynativity.co.ukFacebook: Holy Nativity Church, Mixenden and Illingworth

St Malachy’sParish Priest: Father Michael MahadyTel: 01422 352382Pastoral Assistant: Sister Anne C.PAddress: The Presbytery, Nursery Lane, Ovenden, Halifax, HX3 5NS

Illingworth Moor Methodist Church, Keighley Road, Illingworth,Halifax, HX2 9LL

Minister: Rev Paul WelchTel: 01422 244418Address: The Manse, “St Ives”, 160 Whitehill Road, Illingworth, Halifax, HX2 9UHCentre Manager: Neil MakingTel: 07900804245Email: immccentremanager@gmail.comWeb: www.illingworthmoor.org.ukFacebook: Illingworth Moor Methodist ChurchFacebook: Illingworth Moor Church Good As New Shop

MARCH DEADLINEThe last day for contributions to be included in the April Messenger is

Sunday, 19th March 2017

Items can be handed in to your Church representative, dropped off atIllingworth Moor Good-As-New-Shop or direct to the

Editor: Irene Mulhall at irene.mu@blueyonder.co.ukTel: 01422 249070