Parochial Notes.

Waiapu Church Gazette, Volume XIV, Issue 1, 1 August 1923, Page 288

Parochial Notes.

Holy Trinity, G-isT>orne. (Vicar : ; Rev^ Canon H. Packe,- M.A. Assistant Priest : Eev; T. A. Cato). '. The weekly intercession service m preparation for the Healing Mission which was started six months ago, has greatly increased m numbers until now we have over 250 attending it, which is most encouraging to the Vicar. Donations towards the ex-r penses of the Mission (printing, etc.) will be gratefully, received and may be placed m the box at the main church door. A. leaflet containing names of those sick, to be remembered m private prayer, has been issued, also several other pamphlets dealing with the Mission. They can be procured at the church. Will those who wish their sick ones to come for healing please get m touch with the Victir, 'phone 226? The Vicar will be glad to hear of volunteer helpers, men and women, also intercessors. We are delighted to hear that Deaconess Esther Braand is to be stationed here for a time, as Parish Deaconess. In a large parish such as this it is absolutely necessary to have the help of a Deaconess, for teaching! and sick visiting. A Service of Admission for members of Holy Trinity Girls' Club was held m the church on July 10th, when 5 members were admitted. The Vicar conducted the service, and gave an impressive address on "Vocation." July 12th marked the Bth anniversary of the founding of Holy Trinity Girls ' Club, . the occasion being- kept by an Anniversary Ball. The Holy Trinity Young Men's Club is making its good influence felt among the young men of the town. The menibers are very proud .of their orchestra, and hope to. give a concert some time this year. The Ladies' Guild had a most successful sale of work on July 4th and their funds were largely increased. We are glad to report increasing attendances at the ordinary church services. Several "Church Gazette" subscriptions are not paid, Please pay them m (3s) at once, to your distributor or to Mr W. J. J. Long, Nelson Bros', office, corner Childers road and Customhouse street. St. Matthew 'a, Hastings. (Vicar: Rev. R. T. Hall.. Assipitiant Curate: Rev. 0. GibsonjL The members of the Mothers' Union and of the Gleaners' Union met on June 19th, arid gave a social afternoon to Deaconess Esther and Miss Sanders, when a presentation was made to both ladies. A siiailar gathering took place on the 28th m co.nnectiofi with £JVJ|, £©th "$$

Deaconesses- "will beJ' much missed, and our best wishes go with them m their future work. Deaconess Mabel Holmes remains m the parish. The annual Intercession service of the GJ\S. was held m June, when an address was given by Deaconess Esther. On July 3rd the usual monthly meeting of the Mothers ' Union was held, Deaconess Mabel giving an address. The subject discussed at the July meeting of the C.E.M.S. was ' ' Spiritual Healing." The subject was introduced by Bro. Gibson, and a very useful discussion followed. A social rally will be held m. August. Mr C. B. Spinney gave an organ recital on July 10th. There was a good attendance, and all enjoyed the beautiful music, finely rendered. There are still some "Gazette" subscribers who have not paid their subscription for the current year. Please make an early settlement. Waipawa. (Vicar: Rev. Canon M. W. Butterfield, 8.D.) . Intercession services for the healing mission are held every Tuesday evening at Waipawa and are being fairly well attended. The Rev. Dr. C. Fox is the guest of Mr and Mrs Edward Bibby, being on furlough from Melanesia. Dr. Fox has kindly assisted m the services and preached on July 29th. Influenza is prevalent, but so far we are less hard hit than most other pentres. Deep sympathy is felt for Mr Wilson, of Lindsay, m the sudden death of Mrs Wilson whilst he was away m Punedin attending his mother's burial. The Girls' Club bazaar is to be held on August 22nd. The girls will welcome any help. Miss L. Watson (care Williams and Kettle) is the secretary. Taradale. (Vicar: Rev. Canon Clarke). Parishioners will be glad to learn that most of the amount appealed for m reduction of the debt on the parish has been paid oft through the shop held m the Cathedral Schoolroom, and extra donations by some parishioners. Those interested m the Foreign Missions are now working hard for the annual sale to be held early m September. In order to"- procure material for this gift afternoons have been held at Taradale, Meanee, and Pakowhai. A stormy day rather militated against the attendance at Taradale, but a very enjoyable after-noon-was spent, a special feature being the splendid music kindly supplied -by Mr Tombs, Cathedral organist, and his orchestra. At Meanee .the. residents, with the assistance of a- few Taradale friends, provided a good programme of music, recitations, etc. Some of the children of the

JMeanee school assisted very acceptably.. The Pakowhai schoolroom' was also the scene of another such gathering. Mrs Edward Carter sang several songs very sweetly, and some of the school children assisted. These little meetings were pleasant socially and the financial result was good. Th Mothers ' Union met at the Methodist Church, Greenmeadows, this month, when an instructive address was given by Mrs King, of Tomoana. . The Vicar has. a good supply of # literature concerning the Mission of Healing, and will be glad to supply any who wish for it. . It is to be hoped parishioners will make every effort to attend Intercession services. Would those who have not yet paid for their "Church Gazettes" (1923) please remember their subscription is due? . : Puketapu. (Vicar:. Rev. R. F. Geddes, M.A.) The new vestry is showing itself very enthusiastic, the Archdeacon's suggestion that meetings should be held m Napier proving an excellent one. They have gone very carefully into the financial position of the parish, and are determined that at the close of the. present year they will have a satisfactory balance-sheet to lay before the annual meeting. We are very sorry to lose Mr Jenkins as secretary after his many years of faithful work. The parish is under a lasting obligation to him. Mr Moore has consented to act m his place. Great preparations are being made, for the forthcoming stock drive on August Bth. Mr Absolom is undertaking the necessary arrangements. On June 12th a very pretty wedding was solemnised m the parish church when Miss Vera Ballantyne and Mr Harry Norris were united m holy matrimony. . The church was tastefully decorated, and the accommodation was strained to the utmost. The bride was attended by her sister Miss Jean Ballantyne. After the ceremony the many guests were entertained by Mr and Mrs Ballantyne at Rotowhenua. Our best wishes follow Mr and Mrs Norris to their new home. St. Augurtine'i, Kapler. (Vicar: Canon E. D. Rice. Assistant: Rev. B. R. Brierley) . Though considerably improved m health the Vicar is still away. Through the generosity of many parishioners and friends he and Mrs Rice have been sent on the South Sea Island trip of the Tofua. They expect to be back about the middle of this month. A . - • The parish is verf grateful to the Bishop, Archdeacons Simkin and Williams, and the Revs. J. B. Brocklehurst, W. T. Drake, I\ W. Martin,

A. Hodge and Canon Butterffeid tof assistariceito Mr. : Brierley at the tuafrvices. - The ordination of the Rev. B. ;B. Brierley to the priesthood on Juna 24th was a most inspiring service. There was a crowded congregation. His Lordship the Bishop was assisted by Archdeacons Williams and Simkin and the Revs. F. W. Martin and B. T. Hall (preacher) . There was » processional hymn, and the service was Tours mF. A large choir under Mr Harston greatly helped to make the service, an inspiration. Two very excellent concerts 'organised by Mrs Rosewarne have been held m the Schoolroom m aid of the Church Buildings Improvement Fund. No better programmes have been submitted to an audience. in our Schoolroom. Mrs Collins had a very successful gift afternoon for the same fund, for which a big sale of work is to be held on Wednesday, September sth. All parishioners and friends are asked to attend and give their support. , the Mothers' Union has lately been addressed by Mesdanies Leask and Murdoch, to whom we are grateful. ' The G.F.S. had a very successful jumble sale last month m aid of missions and other, funds. The intercession services for the Healing Mission are being very well attended. A good deal of interest is being shown, owing, no doubt, to some very excellent sermons on the subject by various preachers. COirn ( Vicar : Rev. T". Fisher) . . The new vestry is out o do things, and has. begun with the vicarage debt, with the aid and. advice of the Archdeacon. Other things are under weigh.. The Mothers' Union is taking counsel how to set about studying the Healing Mission, and trying to do its part, moved thereto: by Deaconess Esther. The Gr.F;S. i 8 setting to work to prepare for the annual sale of work. They have an idea to furnish a stall, and run it themselves. They will meet fortnightly m the Oddfellows' Lodge. Miss.Prewett is again secretary, with Misg Vesta Cushing to help. The choir is studying how to be more of help to the congregation m the rendering of Sunday worship. The confirmation candidates are keen ' about the coining of the Bishop on his apostolic errand on July 29th. , .