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Our Lady of Ransom Church is holding an Autumn Fayre on Sat 2nd December and we would like to invite families and members of our fellow Eastbourne churches to attend.  Is this something you could publicise for us? It should be a fun event and entry is free.

The details are as shown below.

An ADVENT FAYRE will be held in Our Lady of Ransom Church’s parish hall in Meads Road on SATURDAY 2nd DECEMBER, 11am-3pm.

Family fun and games for all, SANTA in his grotto from 12 noon with gifts for kids and adults alike!  Activities include Tombola, Children’s Craft Table with Gift Wrapping, Face Painting, Homemade Crafts, Guessing Games, a Hamper Raffle and much more. 

Find that special Christmas gift on the stalls selling homemade cakes, sweets, toys and cards, and visit the OLR Cafe to enjoy a bowl of delicious home-made hot soup & rolls, tea, coffee, hot chocolate & sweet treats!   Free entry, wheelchair accessible. Details: Maura 07425 139725; OLR office 01323 723222

Retiring Well

A weekend for those newly retired or finishing work in the next two years

Friday 9 February to Sunday 11 February 2024

Led by Sally Scott Ralphs and Catherine Butcher

The Retiring Well Workbook and Journal by Helen Calder will be provided for each guest.
To find out more and to book email Catherine cathbutcher@live.co.uk or Sally pughappy@googlemail.com

Crowhurst Christian Healing Centre invite you to an Advent Quiet Day “Treasures in the Darkness – Holding the light for those we support” le by Revd Steve Gurr on Tuesday 5^th December.  Being in a place of darkness or despair is often an overwhelming, frightening, and disorientating experience for people. It can feel never-ending and hopeless – like there is no way out.  For Christians who come alongside those who find themselves in darkness, we can be overcome by our concern for the spiritual wellbeing of others or feel concerned that we are unable to help. The backdrop of the Advent season will provide the context for our reflections together.  Steve is an Anglican priest and spiritual director who has worked in parishes, hospice chaplaincy and is currently Chaplain at HMP Ford in West Sussex.  The day will run from 10am – 4pm and costs £30 per person to include a 2 course lunch, refreshments and cake.

Book by calling 01424 830204 or https://www.crowhursthealing.org.uk/retreat.php?retreat=787

Do you know of a property which could be rented out (managed at no extra charge by an experienced property manager) and could also benefit local refugees?

Sanctuary is looking to connect a property owner who wishes to receive rental income and at the same time support people who have just been given their refugee status with a very experienced property owner and manager who is already successfully managing other properties with refugee tenants and other vulnerable adults.  If you are interested or know someone who might be interested, please contact us on info@sanctuaryeastbourne.org

Many of you will know that the Home Office is granting asylum to individuals from countries where there is a proven track record of civil war, persecution and torture.  The difficulty is that these individuals, when they receive their refugee status, only have between 7-28 days to find somewhere to live and a means of financially supporting themselves.   Sanctuary is working with these individuals in partnership with other agencies and organisations to help them to find work, financially support themselves and find somewhere to live.  Despite some successes, it is very difficult to achieve this in such a short time and, as a result, some are sadly forced to sleep rough.  Where we have supported the individuals to find housing and employment, they have been able to contribute positively to the local community and to support themselves effectively so we know that housing is a key contributor to success.  The property manager who is willing to take on an additional property in Eastbourne already manages several properties with refugee tenants and other vulnerable adults and has a transparent, effective and supportive system in place which is working well.  Your support in helping us to find housing for refugees could literally change someone’s life for good so please have a think about your network in case there is anyone you know who might like to get involved.  Thank you.

16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and Abuse begins on 25th November until 10th December, calling for an end to violence and abuse around the world. Please join our Global day, hosted at All Saints’ Church Centre on Saturday 25th November from 11am for refreshments followed by a Service at 11.30am. and possibly a Speaker from our local Refuge – if not, a member of our church family is reading a prepared talk from Restored – Christian Charity working with Survivors of Domestic Abuse in the Church. There will be a retiring collection for the local Refuge and the opportunity to bring toiletries for the women and children. Do wear something purple too, if possible.

Assembling outside at 12.45pm we will be marching up the pavement with our banners to the Town Hall to hold a minute’s silence at 1.03pm for the 1 in 3 women around the world who are victims of violence and abuse. Either dispersing from there, or for those who would like to, we will return to All Saints’ Church Centre for refreshments and packed lunch. I have a friend attending who is a brilliant photographer, so look forward to recording the event! Our local Christian MP is hoping to join us at the Town Hall.

A red chair will be in Church during these 16 Days to serve as a visual symbol of the lives lost to gender-based violence, globally.

Mothers’ Union has launched their new campaign RISE UP Against Domestic Abuse campaign and aims to play its part in combating domestic abuse, 365 days a year, through awareness raising, resources, and support for those affected by domestic abuse, as well as fostering a culture of empathy and empowerment within our churches and communities.

RISE UP is an acronym for Respond, Inform, Support, Empower, Unite and Pray.

• Posters from Mothers’ Union’s website about domestic abuse with details of their local domestic abuse helpline are now displayed on the back of our Church toilet doors.
• Please commit to pray for those affected by domestic abuse, including victims, survivors, perpetrators and those who work in the field of domestic abuse
• We have connected with our local domestic abuse support organisation, Clarion Housing Group, and are offering to provide money vouchers and collect items based on their needs.

For more information about Global Day and Mothers’ Union “Rise Up Against Domestic Abuse” challenge or our other work, including how to become a member of our movement, please visit our website at www.mothersunion.org or contact Kathryn Anderson on 07932720747.

HELPING OTHERS IN GRIEF

Is your church is bereavement-friendly? Sarah-Jane Bell, who trains Beachy Head Chaplains, is the speaker at a free training day on grief on Wednesday 15th November, 10am-3pm at St John’s Church, Meads, Eastbourne. The day entitled ‘Helping others in Grief’ will cover Foundations of Grief, The Six Needs of the Grieving, and How to be with Others in Grief.

The event is an opportunity to make our churches bereavement-friendly and to encourage people who feel called to bereavement ministry. The day is free of charge; refreshments will be available; bring your own lunch. There is no need to book. Just turn up.

Street Pastors reprasentative Bob Clarke will be speaking on the work being carried out by Street Pastors in our area at a meeting at Christ The King church hall, Princes Road, Eastbourne on Monday 20th November commencing at 7.30 pm.

The meeting has been arranged by Eastbourneand Bexhill Newman Circle. All are welcome to attend.

John Carmody (on behalf of Eastbourne and Bexhill Newman Circle).