First Anniversary of Roundhay Evangelical Church - Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th October
This will be a very exciting weekend. We want to thank God for all he has done in raising up a new church, and we want to earnestly seek him to bless in greater ways in the future. We are still formulating plans, but it looks like a day of prayer and fasting on the Saturday as we focus on God, and bring our needs and longings before him, and a special morning thanksgiving service on the Sunday.
Over the summer, our Growth Groups will be doing a five week series looking at holiness. The two growth groups we will be meeting together - starting on Wednesday 23rd July, and continuing on Tuesday evenings for the following four weeks.
Some people from REC may be attending Opera in the Park on Saturday 26 July. Please let Doug or Denise know if you are interested in attending as they will need to organise tickets.
"Enjoy a fabulous evening of classical music and entertainment on Saturday 26 July. Opera North will be joined by leading orchestras to perform a repertoire of music from the movies amid the beautiful surroundings of Temple Newsam Park.
The region's very own Orchestra of Opera North and the Leeds Philharmonic Chorus will once again be performing at Opera in the Park, presenting a programme of well known classics and themes that have featured in the movies, including music by Puccini, Verdi, Mozart and Bizet.
Soloists Anne-Sophie Duprels, Frances Bourne, Edgaras Montvidas and David Kempster will also be performing and the conductor will be Oliver von Dohnányi.
Free tickets
With a capacity of 50,000 for Opera in the Park there are still a limited number of tickets available for the event. They are limited to four per person and must be collected in person...."
"Bible: Fact or Fantasy?" Day Conference - Saturday 18th October 2008
This is a rare opportunity to hear someone at the forefront of academia share insights and principles on the Bible.
Our guest speaker is Peter Williams. Peter is warden of Tyndale House in Cambridge (a centre of Biblical scholarship). Previous posts include Senior Lecturer in New Testament at Aberdeen University, Research Fellow in Old Testament and Lecturer in Hebrew and Aramaic in Cambridge. He is an excellent speaker, and a good teacher at all levels (from PhD students to children on French beach missions!).
"Not many scholars can speak competently across as many technical fields as can Pete." (D.A. Carson)
The Bible is absolutely key to the Christian faith. This is a day that will greatly increase our appreciation of what God has given us.
Programme, venue and times still to be confirmed - watch this space.
Over 100 churches have been invited to ENGAGE at which Peter Parkinson will be preaching on the theme "God of the Poor, Friend of the Weak".
As well as the ministry, the day also provides opportunities for people to mingle and chat, play some sport, games and have fun together. For the energetic there will be football and swimming. For those who would like to take it a little easier there will be a walk and a stroll. For the children there will be bouncy castles. For everyone there will be a bookstall.
During the main sessions there are meetings for all ages of children and young people: a Crèche for 0-4 year olds, a Children's Meeting for 5-11 year olds and a Youth Meeting for 11-16 year olds.
Whilst the day is organised by churches belonging to the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches (FIEC) in the West & North Yorkshire area, it is for all Bible believing churches and Christians. Everyone is welcome, and we are sure people will find it an enjoyable and helpful day.
Nearly 200 people came to this event last year and the response was extremely positive. We do hope you will encourage as many as possible to come and benefit from the day. We look forward to seeing you.
Our destination has been specially chosen to have something for everybody!
Children can run around, both in the park and exploring some amazing sculptures.
Some of us may wish just to sit and chat with a cup of tea.
Other could do a walk around the grounds.
Modern sculptures litter the grounds. They are varied and appeal to all types. There are some galleries to view as well.
The plan is to meet there at 12 noon, have an hour to explore, then have lunch together. After that we can choose how to enjoy the facilities!
Take sandwiches for the picnic and drink if you wish.
Meet by the car park at 12 noon. It takes 40 mins to get there from Roundhay. Either coordinate your own lifts or see Gordon.
Admission is free but car parking is £4.
Directions: take the M1 south. Exit at Junction 38, take the A637 towards Huddersfield, and follow the Yorkshire Sculpture Park brown heritage signs for one mile until you reach a roundabout. At this roundabout, turn left past Archway Lodge and follow the road through to the car park and Centre. It is about 20 miles altogether.
Two members of our church, David and Ann Wilkinson, recently visited Brazil. On Saturday 24th May they will be sharing their experiences. The event is at St John's Parochial Hall in Roundhay, starting at 8pm. Here is a PDF flyer.
On Thursday 22nd May, we will be having a Christianity taster evening - so people can see if they are interested in attending the course. This will be at Gary and Jacquie's house.
On Friday 16th May from 8pm, we are hosting a 7-string guitar concert with John Featherstone.
The event will be an informal concert during which the public is given an insight into the artist's compositions and underlying beliefs.
The 7-string guitar is a rare instrument. This guitar was made for John by Andy Manson, one of Britain’s foremost luthiers. The extra string is a bottom A, extending the range, and adding a richness of sound colour.
John is a gigging composer who has been living and working in France for the last 18 years. He has a dozen albums (solo and choral) and a wide variety of touring shows to his name.
The evening is by ticket only though the tickets are FREE. Tickets can be obtained from Cara, Elspeth or Kim. Ticketing simply allows us to have an idea of numbers and to ensure we don’t exceed the maximum.
Cheese and wine will be served during the course of the evening.
On Monday 12th May we will be having the our second Monday Morning Meander.
This event is a seven mile walk followed by lunch. If you would like to come on the walk, meet at the main Golden Acre Park car park at 9.45am for 10.00am start. After the walk, we will be having lunch at the cafe in the park.
Please let Kim know if you would like to join us for the walk, for lunch, or for both.
On Saturday 12th April, we will be having a church away day at Moorlands School just off Weetwood Lane (LS16). Steve Thompson will be our guest speaker.
Both Growth Groups are having meals this week. You are encouraged to come along, even if you've not been to a Growth Group before. If coming, please let the hosts know so they know how many people to prepare food for.
This week Tuesday's Growth Group is at Andy and Sophie's house starting at 7:30pm. Wednesday's Growth Group is at Gordon and Clare's house - starting from 7:00pm with food at 7:30pm.
On Sunday 16th March we will have a cooked meal in St John's Parochial Hall after the morning service. Following the meal there will be a discussion about church issues, such as a church constitution.
On Sunday 9th March, we will be having Philip Hacking as our guest speaker at both our morning (10:30am) and evening (6:30pm) services. Philip Hacking was leader of Christ Church Fulwood in Sheffield for many years.
On Friday 29th February we are having a men's social night involving go-karting. The go-karting is Pole Position Indoor Karting on South Accommodation Road. Meet at 6pm at the go-karting place, or meet at St John's Parochial Hall at 5.20pm.
A message from Dave McNutt:
As you are aware, we will be Karting from 6 on Friday evening (details on the website). If you are intending to go and have not yet told me that you will be there, please let me know asap so that I can revise the booking numbers. There is still time to invite friends, just let me know when they have confirmed.
Also, if you anyone wants to go out for a bit of food afterwards, I have some half price food vouchers for the Slug and Lettuce' in Leeds which we could take advantage of. The menu is attached and we would get 50% off the food prices (not drinks). I've provisionally booked a table but can revise or cancel this as appropriate. Let me know if you want to this as well.
If your are not Karting but fancy the food, let me know and I'll add you to the list.
On Saturday 10th May 2008 the Northern Men's Convention is taking place at The Armitage Centre in Manchester. To find out more about this event, see the convention website.
Roundhay Evangelical Church are having a joint walk with City Evangelical Church and Batley Evangelical Church on 1st January 2008.
Walkers and strollers should meet on New Year's Day at Oakwall Hall Country Park (bottom car park), at 10.30am. The Country Park is to be found on the A652 between Birstall and Birkenshaw (from Leeds, exit M621 at Junction 27 and follow the A62 to the junction with the A652, turn right at the lights - Oakwell Hall Country Park is approx 1-2km from the junction on the right hand side). The paths through the park are good and suitable for push chairs (as long as there's not too much mud!). We are planning to arrange two walks - one fairly short (a stroll), the other a little longer (not quite a hike). Stout foot wear is recommended, please wrap up well if the weather is cold and wet.
After the walk soup, rolls and cakes will be served in Soothill Community Centre (straight back down the A652, towards Batley. After passing Tesco Extra in Batley, turn left at the next set of traffic lights. Turn first left after the lights up Soothill Lane. The Community Centre is on Broomsdale Road, which is the turning on the left hand side immediately after the Post Office. Look out for the Centre on your right hand side just along Broomsdale Road).
Please let Dave McNutt know if you plan to be there.
On Saturday 22nd December, we will be carol singing in Somerfield on Roundhay Road, near Oakwood Clock. We will be carol singing from 12:00pm (noon). We will be meeting at Peter and Kim's from 10am for refreshments.
Information about our services over the Christmas period are now online.
"She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins." -- Matthew's Gospel, Chapter 1 verse 21
Growth Groups are our midweek Bible study and prayer meetings. This week, the growth groups are at different venues to the normal venues. The Tuesday night growth group will be at Doug and Denise's house. The Wednesday night growth group will be at Gordon and Clare's house.
On Sunday morning will be having our regular service on Fitzroy Drive in Roundhay. After the service there be a meal at Rhian's house for 20-30s in the church.
On Sunday evening (14.10.2007) we will be having a joint service with City Evangelical Church in their building in Beeston. We will not be having our regular evening service in St John's Parochial Hall in Roundhay.
Tomorrow we have two services in St John's Parochial Hall on Fitzroy Drive. In the morning (10:30am) we will be starting a new series on the book of Colossians. In the evening (6:30pm) we will be looking at what we believe about God. Recordings of talks should be available online soon after each service.
You are very welcome to join us at either service.
Growth Group on Wednesday Our Growth Group meets this Wednesday at Andy and Sophie's house. This provides an opportunity to meet for prayer, Bible study (Acts 8), and fellowship. Please join us if you can - details from Dave and Gordon.
Sermon Audio This evening we started a new series looking at What We Believe. As a church we have a Doctrinal Basis which outlines what we believe. The first in our series of talks on What We Believe looked at what we believe about the Bible. The recording of that talk is now online.
Next Sunday 10:30am - Gordon will be speaking from Colossians 1:1-14. 6:30pm - Dave be helping us take a look at What We Believe about God.
Northern Women's Convention This is on Saturday 13th October. See the website for more details. Speak to Kim Knowles if you are interested in attending.
We will be having a service in the morning at 10:30am. Mike Wildsmith, the church pastor in City Evangelical Church will be preaching on the book of Joshua.
We will also be having an evening service at 6.30pm. Gordon Robertson, one of our church leaders will be leading the service, and starting a series looking at what we believe as a church - starting with the Bible.
4th September 2007 Sue Keir is interviewed in October's edition of "Woman and Home" magazine
She is also taking part in a fashion show in October. Continue to pray for her as she continues her work with Breast Cancer Care.
21st July 2007 Congratulations to Andy Bellamy and Sophie who got married on Sat 14th July
It was a lovely wedding and reception. We wish them every blessing in the new life together, when they return to their flat on Oakwood Lane.
19th June 2007 REC Growth Groups
Will be starting on Wednesday 1st August. See the Growth Groups page for details.
19th June 2007 Cream tea invite
All with a prayerful interest in REC are invited to join us at Gordon and Clare's on Sunday 1st July at 4pm.
31st May 2007 Photos from curry night
25 of us had a very enjoyable evening at Naawab Khan - plenty of good food and lively conversation.
25th April 2007 Plant update
Open evening. Give thanks for a good evening, with quite a few from City joining us in the Parochial Hall in Roundhay. It was great to get an idea of what the new church will look like, with people gathered together. Gordon introduced the evening and outlined the current position, Mike commended the work and Dave shared from Joshua and led the prayer time.
1 April 2007 Open evening - everyone invited
Please join us 8pm Mon 16th April, at St John's Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, Roundhay. Come and look round the venue we shall be using in September, get the latest information, and pray with us.
