February 2011 Yorsay Text Version

Welcome to the February
Edition of Yorsay. A very full
one for this month which is
encouraging.


FEBRUARY 2011

YORSAY February 2011
From the Chair’s Desk
As I write, we are three weeks into this extraordinary year of
celebration – the 400th Anniversary of the King James Bible. There is
much happening and planned to happen. Watch out for the
opportunity to take part in writing out the whole Bible – well, part of it
which has been allocated to the York & Hull District. Our passages
are from the Psalms, Isaiah and the letters to the Thessalonians and
Timothy. Also watch out for other opportunities to engage with
Scripture in new ways and to deepen your understanding. The District
Biblefresh Group is reporting separately and they deserve our thanks
and support.
Along with others who attended the Methodist Conference in
Portsmouth last year, I received a copy of The Bible in a year, which
is the New International Version set out for reading every day. I know
that I am committed alongside many others in the discipline of reading
the set passages, and continuing until the end of December. As of
21st January, when I am writing this, I am up to date! Well,
occasionally it has been past midnight but I‟m sure that still counts.
During January we have been challenged by a continuous reading of
Matthew‟s Gospel (fairly well known, but worth returning to again and
again), some Psalms and verses from Proverbs. But the real
challenge has been reading through the Book of Genesis So many
passages are well known, of course, but reading of multiple wives and
what we would now regard as unacceptable treatment of daughters,
etc. – well, it has certainly got me thinking and reflecting on the whole
history of God‟s relationship with us as human beings.
I intend to remain committed to my reading of the Bible during 2011,
whether I am sailing or on a bus, and if it provokes discussion to my
fellow travellers then so much the better.
Please give yourself time to take advantage of the opportunities this
year offers – personally or in groups or local churches. And, of
course, we must not make this just one year of celebration, but
ensure that what we learn from our engagement with God‟s Word
stimulates us way into the future.
I hope it changes you and challenges you to deeper discipleship, in
Jesus‟s name.
Every blessing
Stephen Burgess
District Chair


P a g e 2

Shops in churches could serve rural communities

NEW guidance for churches interested in hosting com-munity shops on their prem-ises has been published by a partnership of bodies that in-
cludes the Methodist Church.
The resource, "Guidelines and Best Practice for the Pro-vision of Community Shops in Churches and Chapels" builds on the knowledge and
experience gained by pio-neering examples of stores located in churches.
It has been produced by the Church of England's Cathedral and Church Build-ings Division (CCB) and the national rural officers for the Church
of England, the Methodist Church and the Uni-ted Reformed Church, who are based at the Arthur Rank Centre in Stoneleigh Park,
Warwickshire.
The denominations pro-duced the guidelines work-ing in partnership with the Plunkett Foundation, a char-ity that helps rural commu-
nities "take control of the is-sues affecting them" by means of community-ownership.
There are currently more than 250 community shops in England, Scotland and Wales, while 20 or more open for business each year. Some
of these commercial ven-tures, which include post offices, are finding premises within churches and chapels where facilities allow.
Isolated
Those behind the new guidelines believe that host-ing shops in church build-ings provides "a very impor-tant community service,
particularly for small or iso-lated rural communities'! As well as providing the venue, churches can also serve their neighbourhoods by provid-ing
volunteer support, they have said.
One example of such a church is St John's the Evangelist, at Moggenhanger in Bedfordshire, which opened a shop in its vestry in 2000,
part funded by a Millennium Award. The store is run en-tirely by volunteers on behalf of the village and is de-scribed as providing "a real
service in a village where there are no other amenities" The guidelines are avail-able from the ChurchCare website (www.churchcare.
co.uk/develop.php?FF) and the Arthur Rank Centre web-site (www.arthurrankcentre. org.uk). Further information c a n b e o b t a i n e d fr om
ChurchCare (tel: 020 7898 1886).
Methodist Historic Archive Catalogue now online


A detailed catalogue of the historic manuscript and archive collections of the Methodist Church of Great Britain
has been made available online by the John Rylands University Library (JRUL), The University of Manchester.
The catalogue contains details of over a thousand individual collections documenting the growth and development
of Methodism, one of the world's largest Protestant denominations, and includes material from the 17th century to
the present. The archive includes papers of the Methodist founder John Wesley (1703-91) and his brother the
hymn writer Charles Wesley (1707-88). The catalogue, which is searchable by name, place and subject, covers
the majority of archives and manuscripts in the collection and will be regularly updated with new additions.
Enquiries relating to the catalogue should be sent to Dr Gareth Lloyd, Assistant
Archivist, gareth.lloyd@manchester.ac.uk

http://www.library.manchester.ac.uk/specialcollections/collections/methodist/?dm_i=BVI,C8PI,35DNZH,YOW0,1
Goole church trials homeless support scheme

THE appearance of some homeless people at a contemporary worship service at Trinity church in Goole, East Yorkshire,
has led to the founding of a new social care project, Mission Trinity.
It began on an experimental basis and on the first night three homeless men came to the drop-in and shared
food, warmth and fellowship in a safe environment. People from a large surrounding area and all walks of life
offered help and food. Other people arrived at the church at the mid-week coffee morning and left boxes of food.

Mission
More people arrived on mission night with more food and clothes. Local churches of all denominations sent food
and clothes and monetary donations. The last night of the trial pe-riod was on Christmas Eve and while a big carol
service was going on in the main church, the drop-in fed people and supplied Christmas boxes of hats, gloves,
toiletries and food.
When gifts have exceeded local requirements, food and clothing have been passed on to the local Salvation
Army, YMCA and two other local charities that provide assistance to people in need of help.

Inderjit Bhogal to become new leader of Corrymeela Community
by Brian Hutt Posted: Monday, January 10, 2011, 14:02 (GMT)

The Rev Dr Inderjit Bhogal (fourth from the right) with youths in Northern Ireland

The Rev Dr Inderjit Bhogal has been appointed the next leader of the Corrymeela Community in Northern Ireland.
He succeeds Dr David Stevens, who died last May, as leader of the internationally renowned community founded in 1965 to
foster dialogue and reconciliation.
The Nairobi-born Dr Bhogal is former President of the British Methodist Conference. For the last five years, he has been Chief
Executive of the Yorkshire and Humber Faiths Forum, and United Faiths, its interfaith youth council.
Dr Bhogal is also the Chair and founder of the much acclaimed City of Sanctuary, a national movement that was started in
Sheffield to build a culture of welcome and hospitality for people seeking sanctuary in the UK.
Looking to the future, Dr Bhogal said the Corrymeela Community would work together to address economic, ecumenical and
ecological issues, as well as political and religious extremism, sectarianism and racism.
"We will work with each other and with our partners to play our part to end hatred and hostility and to build harmonious and
hospitable communities that celebrate diversity and in which all are welcome, belong equally, have sanctuary and are safe," he
said.
"The Northern Ireland context has changed significantly. Diversity is much more complex now. Future peace in Northern Ireland
will grow from the ability of people from many different traditions to accommodate their differences and build on their
similarities. I am looking forward to life and ministry in Northern Ireland and being part of the future of Corrymeela.”
He also paid tribute to his predecessor, saying Dr Stevens had left a “great legacy”.
The Rev Dr Martyn Atkins, General Secretary of the Methodist Church, said: “I‟m sure that the community in Corrymeela will
enjoy getting to know Inderjit who is a loved and respected Methodist minister. His commitment to racial justice, interfaith
relationships and „cities of sanctuary‟ across the country has been exceptional.
“As a former President of the Methodist Conference, and as a leader for many other groups, organisations and bodies, Inderjit
will bring a wealth of experience to his new role.
“I know that the Methodist people will support him, and the significant ministry of the Corrymeela community, in their prayers.”
Kate Pettis MBE, Interim Leader of the Corrymeela Community said: "Inderjit brings to us gifts in abundance.
“His life's work, informed by his Christian principles, has been centred on peace building, and is evidenced in his commitment to
the building of Inter-faith relationships and to working for the achievement of racial justice.
“We believe our vision for the future which inspired the creation of Corrymeela is safe in his hands and we look forward to his
leadership."
The Corrymeela Community was founded prior to the Troubles in 1965 by Rev Dr Ray Davey. He was inspired by his
experiences on the frontline in World War Two, where he learned the importance of accommodating differences.
His vision for Corrymeela was of a place where the process of healing and living together could begin. Today the community
continues to create safe spaces where people can engage in dialogue, learn from one another and build new relationships with
others.


Come and sing songs from around the world!

Iona Big Sing,
Tower Hill Church hall, Hessle

Sat Feb 5th;

2.30pm All age percussion and singing workshop
4pm Afternoon tea - bring and share sandwiches and cake
5.15- 7pm Big Sing - all ages welcome, (a film and crafts available in another room for children if they don't want to join in.)

Suggested donation £3 an adult.
Parents remain responsible for their own children at all times.

You are welcome to some or all of the day!
The songs we learn will be used in worship at Tower Hill on Sunday 6th.

Spurriergate Day Apart
Thursday 10th February 10am-4pm
Melbourne Terrace Methodist Church, Cemetery Road, York
Abraham a man of faith.
How much can be learnt from this great man!
Join with others in a time of quiet reflection. Everyone welcome. All you need to take is a packed lunch, Bible, note book, pen and
a willingness to be open and honest.
For more information contact Sister Pauline Wheeler on (01904) 422143 or email sisterpaulineyork@btinternet.com or Joan
Sargent on (01904) 629393 or email
joan@thespurriergatecentre.com

2011 sees the bicentenary of Saville Street Methodist Church in Malton and we have arranged a series of events
and special services throughout the year, which could be included in the district calendar:
Feb 6th 10-45am An ecumenical service arranged by Churches Together in Southern Ryedale to mark the Week of
Prayer for Christian Unity. The preacher is to be the Bishop of Selby, Right Rev Martin Wallace. This service is
usually supported by all the denominations in the CTSR area.

Digital Switchover comes to the Yorkshire TV region, which includes most of Yorkshire
and Lincolnshire, parts of North Nottinghamshire and North and East Derbyshire, in
August and September of 2011. Digital UK is the organisation set up by the public
service broadcasters to provide information and advice to viewers. The Switchover Help
Scheme provides practical help for older viewers and those who need extra help and
support. They are seeking assistance from clergy and congregations to help spread the
word, providing information about where to get more help and reassurance about what to
do when the switchover comes. John Askew, Digital UK‟s Regional Manager in Yorkshire
and Lincolnshire says: “The involvement of local communities is the key to making sure
we can provide information and advice to everyone who needs it. We know that older
viewers in particular may have questions and need more advice and help. Clergy and
church congregations can help us to reach out into the community, reassuring local
residents and signposting them to us for more help and advice. If your congregation
would like to get more information about the switchover, Digital UK can provide
information packs and more advice about answering technical questions or accessing the
Switchover Help Scheme. To get an advice pack, please e-mail
yorkshire@digitaluk.co.uk , write to Digital UK, 5 Carrwood Park, Selby Road, Leeds
LS15 4LG or call 0113 287 8471

Ebor Lectures 2010-11. The theme of this year‟s lectures is „Politics of Fear, Politics of Hope? – Terrorism in the 21st Century.
Acts of terrorism and the perceived threat of terrorism are changing our world. Some argue our freedoms are being eroded and
our liberty curtailed through the deliberate building up of a climate of fear. Where is hope in all this? This series of Ebor
Lectures will explore these issues of freedom and security, the politics of fear and the politics of hope. The third lecture is on
Wednesday 9th February. Professor the Baroness Haleh Afshar OBE „The Politics of Fear: What does it mean to those who are
otherised and feared?‟ at York St John University. Other lectures follow on 23rd March, 6th April and 25th May. Admission is free
but by ticket only. To book a ticket please visit the website: www.yorksj.ac.uk/eborlectures or write to Ebor Lecture, Facility of
Education and Theology, Yorkshire St John University, Lord Mayor‟s Walk. For further information contact the Ebor Lectures Co
-ordiator on 01904 876474 or email eborlectures@yorksj.ac.uk



Malton Circuit

Afternoon Around The Word (Bible Study) will be held at Bethel Methodist Church, Norton on Saturday 26th February
from 3pm - 6pm. The afternoon will be led by Mr David Marwood. Afternoon tea provided. All welcome.


Churches Together in
Britain and Ireland

News Release

CTBI's social network means
we are More Together, Less Apart

Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI) has today launched a new social networking site called CT Connect. Launched to
coincide with the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, it will offer a free website to local Churches Together groups with direct links to
CTBI‟s online resources.
CTBI General Secretary Revd Bob Fyffe said “This is about resourcing and developing a new space to work on our agenda for unity.
It‟s about building an on-line community. Significantly, it will allow Christians at a local level to engage directly with each other and
with the many organisations in the ecumenical family. It will also be an interactive space that will resource and strengthen the work
of local Churches Together groups. It‟s a good example of our being „More Together, Less Apart.‟”

CT Connect will also offer a quality space for Christians to seek and share information and best practice. It will facilitate groups
sharing resources for worship and spirituality, publicising events, and most importantly to engaging, interacting and discussing
current issues locally, nationally and internationally.

1. CT Connect can be found at www.churchestogetherconnect.org.


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A CHRISTMAS NEGA-TIVITY
For the first time in over 45 married years, my wife and I went away for the Christmas weekend, staying in a hotel close
to the centre of ******* as our daughter‟s home has no space for visiting ancients. Nor did we want to interrupt the
claims her in-laws had on her Christmas Day. It was a very happy time together, both sets of ancients get on well
together, family contacts were intact. The only black spot in the weekend was our visit to the Methodist church for
Christmas Eve midnight communion, to which we invited our daughter and her mother-in-law, not normally church
attendees but well-trained. The church‟s website suggested such promise....
The actual experience appalled us. A beautifully modernised church interior within a listed building, welcoming
stewards, all very inviting. Then the organist began....one should always practise before rather than during and
recognise the sequence of the notes! And there‟s no shortage of apt seasonal music. Our group of four visitors lifted the
congregation to 12, including organist and presbyter. The long service, ... five hymns, long children‟s story (none
present), use of the Worship Book but without page references for the times when responses were required. The
presbyter didn‟t connect with us and despite her clear personal spiritual certainties, the passion and integrity didn‟t
communicate to us. The communion was almost soulless.... the music a hindrance most of the time.
How often do visitors find that they are not refreshed or satisfied by what we offer? How often do we send
them – and perhaps our loyalist members – away empty? And not willing to return?

[Item from Lincoln & Grimsby District Newsletter ]

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aSPRING SYNOD 7TH MAY 2011
AT
GOOLE HIGH SCHOOL

Centenary Road
Goole
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MILEAGE TO SYNOD [APPROX MILEAGE AND TIME BY QUICKEST RECOMMENDED ROUTE]

FROM

YORK
HULL
SELBY
BEVERLEY
DRIFFIELD
BRIDLINGTON
WITHERNSEA
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POCKLINGTON
MKT WEIGHTON
WHITBY
TADCASTER
MALTON
HELMSLEY
SCARBOROUGH
SHERBURN
PICKERING
THIRSK
NORTHALLERTON
RIPON

Map available via Synod Page of District web site http://www.yorkhullmethodist.org.uk/index.php?cid=70&pid=23

In response to this exciting initiative, the District have set up a Biblefresh task group to help
us to celebrate the 400 anniversary of the King James Bible. The members are:
Rev Sue Pegg [Market Weighton] Rev Mary Jackman [Scarborough] Rev Barrie Morley
[Malton] Peter Hallsworth [Pickering]
Tricia Mitchell [District Development Enabler] Heather Shipman [Synod Secretary] Ivan Pegg
[York]
Please contact any one of this group to get more information, help or support.
There are lots of resources available on line and the best places to start are www.biblefresh.com and www.deepeningdiscipleship.org.uk
Bible champions
We want every church to appoint a Bible champion. Someone of any age, who will keep the aims of Biblefresh to the fore and make sure
that at meetings Biblefresh is always on the agenda.
The 4 pledges of Biblefresh are:
READ the Bible Be TRAINED in handling the Bible well Give to TRANSLATE the Bible in Burkina Faso Provide
opportunities to EXPERIENCE the Bible in new and creative ways
We have a small budget to HELP you in your activities, so please let us know what is being planned, or call us for ideas and
resources. Do visit the websites and sign up to the initiative. Look out for us at Synod!


Malton Methodist Circuit

Warmly invite you to a teaching course about Christian Healing.

A DVD based course with teaching by Rev John Ryeland of the Christian Healing Mission,
London
The course will be led by Rev Geoff Floyd at Bethel Methodist Church, Norton

On Tuesday evenings in February (1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd) at 7.30pm
Main topics covered in the four weeks:

•Being open to the love of God

•Experiencing Jesus

•Faith and Power in Prayer

•Creating a Ministry Time

•Inner Healing

•Barriers to Healing

There will be opportunity for discussion, questions and prayer
Refreshments will be served.
For Further information, please contact Rev Geoff Floyd
01653 692173

Christian Healing Mission website:
www.healingmission.org


Who Counts? – Poverty and Homelessness Action Week
2011

As the 2011 census takes places the action week asks who counts in society? And who does the
counting? And again who counts in God's eyes?

The week runs from run from 29 January to 6 February.

For more information and to download resources http://www.actionweek.org.uk/html/home.html
.

Connecting Disciples Conference – 14–17 February 2011

The conference features workshops alongside speakers including Alison Tomlin, the president of the
Conference; Eunice Attwood, the vice-president; Martyn Akins, the general secretary of the Methodist
Church.

Held at High Leigh Conference Centre, Hoddesdon it is open to lay employees, children and youth workers. You can book online on
the Methodist Church website.

Regional Vocations Days

Birdwell Methodist Church, Barnsley
Saturday_5th_February_2011
Haxby Methodist Church, York
Saturday_19th_March_2011
10.00am to 4.00pm

Booking_arrangements_
Please_return_the_booking_form__vailable_via_the_District_Web_site__htp_//www_yorkhullmethodist_org_uk/
index_php?cid=43&pid=26
to_Sean__dair__at_7_Haigh_Moor_Way_
Swallownest__Sheield__S26_4SW_
or_by_email__revsean@binternet_com
by_Tuesday 1st February (for the Birdwell Regional Vocaions Day)_
&_by Tuesday 15th March (for the Haxby Regional Vocaions Day)
Conirmaion of booking will be sent along with details of programme and venue.



Charity „Antiques Roadshow‟


At the Raven Hall Hotel, Ravenscar
in the George III Suite


Monday, 21st February, 2011
(half-term week)
1.00-4.00pm

Local Auctioneer, David Duggleby
will be on hand to value your items

There will be a charge of £3.00 per item valued


All proceeds to
St. Hilda’s Church Roof Appeal



Afternoon Teas can be purchased in the hotel.

Please support the event and enjoy a pleasant afternoon in beautiful surroundings.


Saville Street Methodist Church

A trip is being organised to Epworth Old Rectory, home of the
Wesley Family and now a museum and garden.

On Saturday 14th May 2011

Travel by Perry‟s coach, leaving Malton at 9am,
returning approx 6pm
Cost £25 (£21 for under16s) to include coach travel,
guided „walk with Wesley‟ tour around the village,
3 course lunch, tea and biscuits before leaving.
Would you like to join us?

Please complete the strip below to register
your interest and return to Rev Geoff Floyd
asap. (7 Pinfold Garth, Malton)
A small deposit will be required in early
spring.

Yes, we are interested in the Epworth Old Rectory Trip.

Name ………………………………………………………………………………………………

Address ………………………………………………………………………………………………
Telephone Number …………………………………………

Number of adults ………… Number of under 16s ………..


Event Booking:
Please book me ___ adult tickets at £5 each for the daytime Big Response event
Please book me ___ concessionary tickets at £3 each for the daytime event
Please book me ___ adult tickets at £3 each for the evening event
Please book me ___ concessionary tickets at £2 each for the evening event
For bookings before 15th January 2011
Please book me ___ joint day and evening tickets at £7 each
Please book me ___ concessionary joint tickets at £4 each
Car Parking Spaces:
I would like a parking pass for Calderdale College (first come first served)
________________________________________________________
___ Tuna Mayo
___Egg Mayo ___ Ham
___ Selection of Cakes
___Turkey
___
___

BIG RESPONSE Halifax Wednesday 23rd February 2011
Booking form and Information
Programme for the day:
The Big Seminar: A day seminar for local / regional church / Christian agency leaders exploring the new opportunities and challenges
presented by the Coalition Government’s policies for community building and social cohesion.
An approximate timetable:
10.30 – Arrivals & Coffee – resources available to purchase
11.00 - Session One: Finding Focus (A Christ-centred vision of safe and sustainable communities)
11.45 - Questions & Answers
12.30 - Lunch
1.15 - Session Two: Eyes Wide Open (Turning vision into reality)
2.00 - Questions & Answers
2.45 - Refreshments
3.00 - Session Three: Clear Sighted (Working in partnership with government)
3.30 - Questions & Answers
4.00 - Group Prayer
4.15 - Close
The Big Event: An evening of inspiration and information designed to help equip the church for the opportunity and challenge ahead. Outline
timetable:
7.30 – Welcome and Songs:
8.00 - Talk: The Big Invitation - Steve Chalke
8.35 - Q+A: Steve Chalke and others
9.10 - The Upside-down Society - Steve Chalke
9.15 - Closing song.
Parking:
Parking is limited during the day around The King’s Centre. Park Road is limited to 2 hours so please do not park there. Hopwood Lane (from
Park Road to Francis Street) is free with no time limit and as it is school / college holiday should have plenty of spaces available. There is
unlimited free parking on Westfield Street (off Swires Road on the opposite side of the A58) and a Pay and Display (at 40p per hour) off King
Cross Street coming away from Halifax town centre. We also have 20 spaces in Calderdale College car park – these will be allocated on a first
come basis and a voucher will need to be displayed – please indicate if you would like one on the booking form. The postcode for The King’s
Centre is HX1 2TS – if you www.google.co.uk (Maps) and enter the postcode you will be able to see where the parking is located.
Halifax train station is a 20 minute walk and several bus services (577, 578, 579, 575, 560, 561, 562, 566, 567, 528, 590, 591, 592, 593) from
the bus station or George Street go to the stop opposite The King’s Centre (it is the People’s Park stop after the Playhouse)
There are no time limits and ample parking in the evening.
Food:
The King’s Coffee Shop will be open from 9am – 3pm. A breakfast menu will be available to purchase early on with pre-book £3
packed lunch available (see booking form). There will be space upstairs in The King’s Centre for people wishing to eat their own
lunch. Tea and coffee will be available at the breaks and lunch for a donation with the Coffee Shop serving cappuccinos, hot
chocolate, cold drinks, etc.
For those wishing to stay in Halifax between the two sessions the King’s Coffee Shop will be serving a £5 two course meal (please
book on the booking form) there is a wide range of restaurants in the town centre.
Organised by:
The day is organised locally by Street Angels, Churches Together in Halifax and The King’s Centre in partnership with Faithworks and Premier
Radio. www.thebigresponse.org
Booking Form:
Name: ________________________________________________________
Address / E-Mail: ________________________________________________________
Church / Organisation:

____
Lunch (served at 12.15pm):
I would like to book ___ packed lunch deals at £3 each (sandwich, crisps, cake, juice drink)
Please select choice of sandwiches
Cheese
Dinner (served between 4.30pm and 5.30pm):
I would like to book ___ evening dinner meal deal at £5 each (main course and dessert)
Please select choice of meal
Cottage Pie ___ Giant Yorkshire Pudding with Beef ___ Mushroom Pasta Bake___
Apple Crumble and Custard

Send to “Big Response, Street Angels, Fairtrade Café, Crossley Street, Halifax, HX1 1UG” – please make cheques payable “Street
Angels” (please include food money as well). For information contact Paul – paul@streetangels.org.uk / 07725 501465.



Resources for The King's Speech for use in Churches

Hotly tipped as one of the films of the year, The King's Speech (Momentum, certificate 12A, in UK
cinemas now) follows King George VI (Colin Firth) as he reluctantly grows into his role as war-time
monarch and finds the voice he needs to lead his people.
To help you make the most of this inspiring film, we are producing free resources addressing some
of the film's moral, spiritual and philosophical themes - see below for details.
The following resources are available free at www.damaris.org/kingsspeech now:

Pollard on Film
A downloadable video episode of our popular series. Nick Pollard addresses the importance of
relationships. Bertie's relationships with his wife, Elizabeth (Helena Bonham Carter) and his
idiosyncratic speech therapist Lionel Logue (Jeffrey Rush), are paralleled in the biblical stories of Moses
and Gideon.

Movie Moments
A downloadable video episode of our popular series. Carol Pollardexplores how growth of character is
linked to the concept of hope, with reference to Bertie's journey in The King's Speech, drawing a
parallel with the Bible's teaching in Romans 5:3-4.

Tools for Talks
Downloadable clips from the film, complete with suggestions for how to use them or sermons and
suggestions of relevant Bible passages. Available from www.toolsfortalks.com.

Culturewatch Article and Discussion Guide
A Culturewatch discussion guide, ideal for individual or group use, and an article exploring the personal
struggle and sacrifice required for Bertie to become King George VI.
View and download all these resources at www.damaris.org/kingsspeech



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