Graham and his family were recently elfed, click here to see the results.
On the 3rd of November a few of us got together in St Laurence’s for some toasted marshmallows and bit of a riot with sparklers. What will it be like next year, when we have fireworks?!
Is there more to life than this?
Ask big questions in a relaxed environment. Enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat while you’re at it, all this for free!
Where?: FUSE Cafe, Swinegate, York. Next to the Biltmore Bar & Grill.
When?: Every Tuesday from 16th October, 5.30-7.30pm.
For more info telephone (01904) 767283 or 07737 729821 and ask for Graham or Penny, or email: mail@york-epc.org.uk.
Info and Dates for your diary
Church Walk
Our next church walk is Saturday 1st Sept. Why not come along. Details of time to meet and where is on the “Regular Events” page.
Monthly Gatherings
As announced in church these will be at St Laurence’s Hall on the following dates:
- 9 October
- 6 November
- 11 December
- 8 January
Come along and get to know some new people in our fast-growing church.
North Yorkshire Lydia Fellowship
Invites ladies to a day of worship & prayer for York & the Nation (Scripture Isaiah 60). Saturday 15th September 2007, 10:30am-3.30pm St Michael-le-Belfry Hall, 52 Stonegate, York.
Fire Power 100
Four special meetings celebrating the one hundred year anniversary since the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the UK. A move that swept throughtout the whole of Britain and Europe with staggering results which still has phenomenal impact even today.
Where? Sunderland
When? 20Th, 21st, 22nd and 23rd September.
Guest Speakers include: John Glass (General Superintendent for Elim), Colin Dye, Paul Weaver and Warren Jones.
For more information contact Mark Drew on 0191 567 3663. Mobile 07989945854
Vision Training Conference
The annual Vision Training conference will this year be held on Saturday 6th October at Manor School. This year’s conference is entitled ‘GO’ as we think about the great commission in the context of Youth and Children’s work. It’ll be a fantastic, creative day with the usual seminars and teaching as well as time to worship and connect with others. Booking forms can be downloaded from the YoYo website www.yoyotrust.org.uk/resources.php?id=26 Please see John Usher if you’d like to book a place!
Enlarge 07
Enlarge will be a dynamic, inspiring and empowering weekend where the focus is on releasing you for greater effectiveness. 28-29 September at LetchworthSerious4God & Serious4Kids are hosting this combined Youth & Children’s Workers conference with an excellent line up of speakers with track-records of effectiveness. Highly recommended! To book go to www.serious4god.co.uk/
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Renew
Renew is an Elim training day for worship leaders on October 7 at Letchworth. Go to www.elimworship.com for more info and to book in. Take a look through the programme, it looks great!
Our friends at YoYo have job Vacancies
The following is their advert:
York Schools & Youth Trust (YoYo) is a registered charity committed to the relevant and effective presentation of the Christian faith to York’s children and young people, particularly in schools.
Part-time youth worker (3 days weekly)
Salary: Not less than £13.5K pro rata
The Trust is keen to develop its work in secondary schools. The successful applicant will coordinate our work with Key Stage 3 (11-14s), which will involve planning and leading clubs, assemblies and lessons, and developing relevant city-wide projects. We are looking for a dynamic communicator who is keen to share their Christian faith with this crucial age group. Although prior experience is desirable, ongoing support and training is available for an applicant who demonstrates potential and can complement the existing team.
Part-time Office Administrator (15-20 hours weekly, academic term-time only)
Salary: Not less than £7 an hour
The Trust is currently seeking a part-time office administrator to ensure the smooth day-to-day organisation of their busy office. Applicants should have relevant experience in office administration, be computer literate, have basic financial skills and be a friendly communicator. Above all applicants should be enthusiastic and proactive, as well as being highly organised, efficient and able to manage multiple projects.
Closing date: 4 July 2007
For further details contact: Corinne Brown office@yoyotrust.org.uk 01904 786771
York Elim has opportunities for 3 interns in the academic year ‘07-’08. More details upon request.
Focus of internship:
- Personal development within the context of Christian Ministry, preparation for both full-time and part time ministry lifestyles.
- Training and discipleship.
- Testing of ministry calling/vocation.
What the intern will offer:
- Work with youth and/or, children and “tweenagers”.
- Work in Ministry Team on Sundays in main meetings.
- Commitment to the training and opportunities offered.
We offer:
- Ministry training and opportunities.
- Music, worship-leading opportunities.
- Mentoring.
- Inclusion in leadership meetings.
- Study opportunities, i.e. York School of Theology (www.ystyork.org), “Engage” youth worker training).
- Exposure to overseas and UK church and mission situations through our extensive international network.
Person Specification:
- Passion for their specific ministry.
- Willingness to be flexible in their roles.
- Suitable references.
- Evidence of suitable Christian character and discipline for the ministry opportunities.
‘Enlarge 07′ will be a dynamic, inspiring and empowering weekend where the focus is on releasing you for greater effectiveness.
Serious4God & Serious4Kids are hosting this combined Youth & Childrens Workers conference with an excellent line up of speakers with track-records of effectiveness.
Highly recommended!
Go to the Serious4God site to book.
Do you come to our church or could get a reference from a church we know? Then why not come and be part of one of the teams that make Elim Youth Camp happen!
Do you have a gift or talent that could bless others? Jobs include catering, sports officer, youth/children’s teams, musicians, putting up tents etc.
The camp runs from Sat 28th July to Sat 11th August, you can come for one week or two, the cost is £50 which includes 3 good meals a day, we can also provide you with accommodation if needed. The camp takes place at Fraisthorpe Sands near Bridlington on the East Yorkshire coast (about 1hr travel time from York). We may be able to help with transport.
Or perhaps you’d like to help with setting up the camp (from Fri 20th July onwards), or taking everything down on the final day (Sat 11th August). If you’d like to know more please contact us or visit www.fraithorpecamp.com
