CHRISTMAS SERVICES ACROSS HORSFORTH


CAROLS IN THE PARK Sat 14th Dec 4pm at Horsforth Hall Park Bandstand
Enjoy a hot drink and a mince pie whilst singing Carols in the Park! Music by Stroke of Genius Big Band.
In the event of extreme weather, 4.15pm at The Grove Methodist.

Green Christmas
- Make Christmas decorations using recyled materials
- Christmas lanterns
- Christmas kits: decoration kits, seed kits, eco wrapping kits and more (donations welcome)
- Info and tips on a sustainable Christmas

INSIDE THE GROVE Sat 7th Dec 12 -7pm alongside Christmas Market/Lights Switch On
At the same time as the Town St Christmas Event, Inside The Grove there will be:
- a lovely display of the Community Festival of Angels, plus a ‘heavenly host’ of angels hanging from the ceiling!
- a children’s Christmas Trail Quiz
- Live music in the church
- Cafe and Tots Play area open 2 – 5pm
- Green Christmas Crafts also 2-5pm with Horsforth Climate Action, Walk of Art and Friends of Horsforth Hall Park – see details below.

Sat 7th Dec 12 -7pm: Christmas Market and Lights Switch On
The popular Christmas Market on Town Street, programme of music, award presentations and Lights Switch On from 5pm, with Alex Mitchell from BGT doing the honours!
See also below for activities INSIDE THE GROVE alongside this event.

Horsforth Farmers’ Market Sat 7th Dec (morning)
Farmer’s Market with a definite Christmas theme!
- Lots of local products for Christmas
- Great music from Steel Concordia and Horsforth Choral Society
- Mulled Wine served at 11am
- Christmas Quiz
- Nativity Stable

Grove Cinema Friday 6th Dec 6.45pm ‘One Life’ 2023
ONE LIFE tells the true story of Sir Nicholas ‘Nicky’ Winton, who with others of the British Committee for Refugees in Czechoslovakia, rescued 669 children from the Nazis in the months leading up to World War II. Nicky visited Prague in December 1938 and found families who had fled the rise of the Nazis in Germany and Austria, living in desperate conditions with little or no shelter and food, and under threat of Nazi invasion. He immediately realised it was a race against time. How many children could he and the team rescue before the borders closed? Fifty years later, it’s 1988 and Nicky (played by Anthony Hopkins) lives haunted by the fate of the children he wasn’t able to bring to safety in England; always blaming himself for not doing more. It’s not until a live BBC television show, ‘That’s Life!’, surprises him by introducing him to some surviving children – now adults – that he finally begins to come to terms with the guilt and grief he had carried for five decades.

Last Perfectly Pitched Concert of 2024! Thurs 28th Nov 1pm ‘Strings and Keys’
This last concert features a fantastic lineup of local musicians who have come together to bring us a wonderful programme. Alison, violin, is the leader of Leeds West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra and Leeds Symphony Orchestra. Ruth, cello, is a member of Wharfedale Chamber Ensemble, and Alex, piano, is the organist and director of music at Leeds Minster as well as directing St Peter’s singers and Huddersfield singers. Refreshements at 12, concert at 1pm at St Margaret’s Church.
Granny’s Attic at St James’ Friday 22nd Nov 8pm
Following a popular and successful debut at St James’ in 2023, we are pleased to welcome the band for another night of wonderful music.
With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are much loved by audiences up and down the country, with bookings everywhere from Cambridge Folk Festival to Cecil Sharp House. Described by Folk Radio as “one of the most exciting and accomplished English folk acts on the scene right now”, this outstanding trio can hold audiences in the palm of their hand.
Tickets are £15.38 or £12.34 (restricted view) and can be purchased by clicking HERE.
The bar will open at 7pm with an opportunity to purchase interval refreshments.
The Worship Room Friday 22nd November 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
Monthly evening of contemporary worship to bring us closer to God; all welcome whatever your background! It is helpful if you register on this Eventbrite link, thank you.

WINTER FOOD FAYRE Friday 15th Nov 10am – 4pm at Crag House Farm
Why not pick up great gifts and treats for yourself at this Food Fayre at Crag House Farm in Cookridge . Free parking.

SHOEBOX APPEAL – give items by 9th Nov, full boxes by 16th Nov – at Lister Hill Baptist, nr Old Ball
Lister Hill Baptist is once again supporting this amazing charity & bringing joy to children’s faces around the world, plus we are an area collection centre. Last year over 300 christmas shoeboxes were sent from Horsforth! If you would like to help us , you can either, just give items (toys, hygiene items, school supplies etc) before 9th November – or put together a whole shoebox & drop the box off at Lister Hill as follows:
- Monday 11th, Wednesday 13th, Friday 15th Nov 7:00-9:00pm or
- Saturday 16th Nov 9:30am-12:00noon.
- Or why not join the Packing Party on Sat 9th Nov 10-12 noon at Lister Hill over a cuppa and cake!
Remember, no toothpaste, sweets or lotions – for suggestions of what to include in the christmas shoeboxes and what can’t be included see HERE. No box? No problem! Lister Hill have pre-printed boxes that can be used. For more information contact John.fairburn@ntlworld.com
For children who have never received a Christmas present, or are suffering war in places like Ukraine, these boxes bring them so much joy and let them know someone cares and loves them – why not join in this year!
An evening of Spoken Word at St James’ Friday 8th Nov 8pm – with Erin Bolens and Carl Burkitt
Following a popular and successful spoken word event with Harry Baker in 2023, we have invited two of Harry’s mates to come and entertain us this year.
Erin Bolens is from Leeds. She writes poems, performs poems and runs workshops. Erin first shared her poems with strangers in 2014. Since then, she’s performed at and written for all sorts of big, small, weird and wonderful places, including the Greenbelt Festival.
Carl Burkitt works for Rethink Mental Illness by day and is a poet, writer, performer and pool player of some renown by night.
Tickets are £8.30 or £5.26 (restricted view) and can be purchased by clicking HERE.
The bar will open at 7pm with an opportunity to purchase interval refreshments.

ECO-THREADS EVENT – Climate Action – Sat 2nd Nov 2 -4pm at St Margaret’s
- Clothes Swap – bring up to 5 items of good quality items to swap
- Upcycling and Patching demo
- Fabric and Wool exchange
- Donate men’s clothes to Horsforth Town of Sanctuary
- Join our Fashion Show at 3.15pm with your fav second hand outfit!
- Have a go at Rag Rugging


Christmas Fayre at Central Methodist – Sat 2nd Nov 10am -1pm
Find great gifts, cards and much more at Central’s Christmas Fair.
Why not pop in whilst visiting the Famers’ Market which is on the same day.

Grove Cinema Friday 1st November 6.45pm – WARHORSE (2012)
Starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Tom Hiddleston, Jeremy Irvine, David Thewlis, Emily Watson.
Directed by Steven Spielberg – a young farm boy enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry – an epic adventure of friendship and war and an inspiring saga of loyalty, hope and tenacity.

Free Child Friendly Half Term Concert Thurs 31st Oct 1pm at St Margaret’s
Bring the kids or grandkids for another of these informal child friendly concerts – enjoy the mellow sound of saxophones with SAXSHADES, the saxophone quartet.
Refreshments from 12 noon, concert from 1 -2pm
Free but donations welcome.
Jazz night at St Margaret’s Friday 25th Oct 7.30pm (Fundraiser for Artizan)
Come and dance the night away, or just sit back and enjoy listening to an evening of fabulous live music spanning the glamorous 1940’s jazz age through to the 50’s and 60s’ , with one of West Yorkshire’s premier big band ensembles!
All funds raised will go to support our project in Ecuador, which provides training and employment for adults with disabilities who would otherwise be living in extreme poverty. Through Artizan, they’ve become highly skilled crafts people, supporting themselves and their families with dignity and pride.
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the magic of live music in a charming venue knowing you’re also transforming lives in the process !
Thurs 24th Oct 7pm at a venue in Horsforth – Refugees at Home Information Session
Refugees at Home connects refugees and people seeking asylum with hosts across the UK. Our vision is for every refugee and every person seeking asylum to have a safe place to stay.
Register to attend this information session to find out more about short-term hosting of refugees and people seeking asylum within a supported framework. The meeting will be in Horsforth, and you will receive details of the venue when you sign up to attend.
The Worship Room Friday 18th October 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
Monthly evening of contemporary worship to bring us closer to God; all welcome whatever your background! It is helpful if you register on this Eventbrite link, thank you.

THANKYOU!
Harvest Appeal for Horsforth Community Pantry – please see items most needed
This Harvest can you support our local Pantry with donations of food items? They are particularly looking for the following which they are short of:
- Tinned meat & fish e.g. curry, stew, corned beef, tuna, salmon
- Pasta sauce / curry sauce
- Long Life Milk
- Cereal
- Tinned tomatoes / Tinned fruit
- Toiletries / feminine products
PLEASE DROP ITEMS OFF AT ST MARGARET’S CHURCH ON THURSDAY MORNINGS – SEE CLAIRE EVANS, (OR ARRANGE A PICK UP BY RINGING CLAIRE ON 07735 908644). THANK YOU!

Celebrate Our Community Party on Sat 12th Oct 3 – 5pm at St Margaret’s
You are doing great things in your community, you deserve a (free) party! Come and celebrate yourself, your achievements and meet other people!

Hosted by Horsforth Community Assets Project
Can we Truly be a City of Sanctuary? Weds 9th Oct 6.30pm at Leeds Playhouse LTU Social Justice Lecture
Listen to personal stories of struggle, resilience, cruelty and kindness. A partnership event by Leeds Trinity University, Leeds City of Sanctuary and Leeds Playhouse.
Our own Rose McCarthy will be speaking, as well as two of our Horsforth Town of Sanctuary Experts by Experience – Mohsen and Fathelrahman.

‘Music and Mirth’ Harvest Celebration Sat 5th Oct 2.30pm – with Cream Tea
Come and enjoy the wonderful Wesley Singers Choir in an informal concert at The Grove Church, followed by Cream Tea – tickets only £10!
For tickets please ring Jean Fox on 0113 4406480
Proceeds in aid of the Church Roof Fund.

Apple Day Sat 5th Oct 2 -4pm at St Margaret’s Church (by Climate Action)
Don’t miss our Apple Day! We are planning to repeat our popular Apple Day event from last year.
- Bring along your spare apples (or use some of the donated fruit) and a container to takeaway your freshly pressed apple juice!
- Have a go on the “Smoothie Bike”
- Kid’s Crafts and Activities
- And much more…


Grove Cinema Fri 4th Oct 6.45pm’ Local Hero’ (1983)
Starring Burt Lancaster and Peter Riegert.
An American oil company has plans for a new refinery and sends someone to Scotland to buy up an entire village, but things don’t go as expected.
A beautiful coastline… A rich oil man wants to develop it. A poor beach bum wants to live on it. An entire town wants to profit by it. And a real-live mermaid wants to save it… Only one of them will get their way.
Donations welcome to cover costs.

Sat 28th Sept – GROVE CRAFT FAIR
9.15 am – 4.30 pm at The Grove Centre
Come and browse over 20 lovely stalls with locally handmade items including:
- Original paintings
- Jewellery
- Knitted and Crocheted items
- Soft Toys
- Handmande Cards
- Memory Bears
- Candles
- Photography
FREE ENTRY
As always, refreshments available!
Great for buying one-of-a-kind gifts!

Perfectly Pitched Thurs 26th Sept 1pm at St Margaret’s ‘Old Friends Old Favourites’
Julia (flute) and Fiona (piano and violin) are old friends who first met at the Royal College of Music back in the 70’s. Julia has been a member of Artforms wind quintet which became a trio bringing live music to Leeds’ schools. Fiona has been a member of the orchestra of Opera North and taught at Leeds Conservatoire. So come and enjoy two very experienced musicians who live in North Leeds! Refreshments served from 12 noon, concert at 1pm.

Rev Jonathan Cain Licensing Service Weds 25th Sept 7pm at St James’ Woodside
Jonathan writes: ‘You may be aware that my license as Vicar at St James’ is an interim one, which expires at the end of this month. I am delighted that the Bishop of Leeds has agreed to make my position here permanent, and I am to be licensed at a service on the evening of 25 September.
You’re very welcome to join us for the service, which starts at 7pm. There will be cake afterwards!’

The Worship Room – Friday 20th Sept 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
Monthly evening of contemporary worship to bring us closer to God; all welcome whatever your background! It is helpful if you register on the Eventbrite link.


Dementia Friendly Memory Cafe Thurs 12th Sept 2pm
Tickets will be available soon from Horsforth Hub, limited to 25 people. See also Dementia Friendly Horsforth Facebook Page

Messy Church Restarting for the new term
Sunday 8th Sept 4 -5.30pm at The Grove Methodist (2nd Sunday)
Sunday 15th Sept 4 – 5.30pm at St James’ Woodside (3rd Sunday)
A great time for primary school children and parents/carers, lots of fun with craft activities, games, stories, songs and food. You will be very welcome at any of these sessions.

Horsforth Climate Action ‘Energy Day’ – Sat 7th Sept 2 – 4pm St Margarets’
Find out how you can save on your energy bills and save carbon in the process. Amongst others, The Green Doctors will be there advising on energy saving, and with some freebies to give away. You can book a free home assessment with absolutely no strings attached. The Retrofit team can tell you about major home improvements too.
Horsforth Climate Action will also have a thermal imaging camera for a few weeks – so come along and find out how you can actually see your home in hot and cold colour!
There will be crafts for Kids and the chance to make your own draft excluder.


St James’ Woodside – Heritage Open Day Sat 7th Sept 10 -4pm
St James’ will open it’s doors as part of Heritage Open Days on Sat 7th Sept – do pop in to see displays and find out more about the history of St James’.
‘Children can hunt for our ‘Church Mice’ to help them find out more about the features of the Church. We will have a discovery trail to help guide you round the Church and a display of pictures and artefacts to help you find out about some of the people and events that have shaped it over the years. You will be able to find out about some of the ways in which the Church is serving the local community in the present day and our plans for the future. All are welcome between 10am and 4pm.’

Grove Cinema – Friday 6th Sept 6.45pm ‘The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry’
Starring Jim Broadbent, Penelope Wilton, Earl Cave. Harold is an ordinary man who has passed through life, living on the side lines, until he goes to post a letter one day…and just keeps walking.
When Harold learns his friend Queenie is dying, he is moved to act. He leaves home, walking to the post box to send her a letter, until he realises a letter is not enough. In that moment Harold decides to keep walking, all the way to her hospice some 500 miles away in Berwick-upon-Tweed: as long as he walks, Queenie must live. Surprising himself as much as his wife Maureen, Harold embarks on a walk of hope, determined to travel the length of England to save his friend.

Weds 4th Sept 7.30pm -NEXT MEETING of Horsforth Churches Together at St Margaret’s.

FAMILY FILM afternoon TOYSTORY – Sat 10th August 2.30pm at The Grove Centre
Bring the kids to enjoy a classic film! Toys for little ones will be put out in the next room. Snacks available in the interval. Donations welcome for covering cost of film license, thank you.
‘A cowboy toy is profoundly threatened and jealous when a fancy spaceman toy supplants him as top toy in a boy’s room.
A Walt Disney production starring Tim Allen, Tom Hanks, John Ratzenberger, Don Rickles, Wallace Shawn, Andrew Stanton’.

Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 3rd August 9.00 -12.30
Don’t miss the Guest stalls this month – Yorkshire Pasture Poultry, Yoyo Laos Sauce, The Jam Lady, Ollie makes Chocolates, Dinnewell’s Gin Company and Oliana’s Coffee!
The Worship Room – Friday 2nd August 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
Monthly evening of contemporary worship to bring us closer to God; all welcome whatever your background! It is helpful if you register on the Eventbrite link.

Grove Cinema Friday 2nd August 6.45pm – ‘Allelujah’
Starring Judi Dench, Jennifer Saunders, David Bradley. A warm and deeply moving story about old age; when the geriatric ward in a small Yorkshire hospital is threatened with closure, the hospital decides to fight back by galvanizing the local community. They invite a news crew to film their preparations for a concert in honour of the hospital’s most distinguished nurse. What could go wrong?
This 2023 film is based on Alan Bennett’s play of the same name.
Free admission, donations welcome to cover costs. Refreshments available in the intercal.

Not just words..POETRY..Charity Open Mic Night – Friday 26th July 7-9pm at St Margaret’s Church
**Calling all poets!!!** A Horsforth resident who calls himself the ‘Accidental Poet’ is holding his first open mic night as part of HCAP’s Friday night socials.
The evening will be hosted by Becky Heaviside and is open to people to come and share their poetry in a relaxed environment. Afterwards the audience will enjoy a short set by local musicians Timeless Horizons.
Light refreshments will be available and the event will be pay-as-you-feel in aid of local charity Caring for Life.
The Worship Room – Homemade Pizza evening! – Friday 19th July 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
This month we will gathering to build relationships, share testimony and of course eat some Pizza! We would love you to be there with us! An evening of contemporary worship and pizza to bring us closer to God; all welcome whatever your background! Please register on the Eventbrite link for numbers for food, thanks.

Prayer Stations Event – Sat 13th July 10 am -12noon at The Grove Methodist Church
‘The Grove invites you to a special event – a ‘hands-on’ opportunity for each one of us to try out and to be involved in different ways of praying using our senses and our practical gifts. And, of course, there will be refreshments and cake! The event will finish at 12 noon when we are all invited to participate in a short communion service led by Revd. Jo Lightowler and Revd. Mo Onyett. Please join us for what we hope will be a refreshing and relaxing morning when you will be able to explore the resources and activities at your own pace.’
Horsforth Walk of Art Sat 6th and Sun 7th July across Horsforth
Celebrating it’s 10th year, there will be lots going on in Horsforth Walk of Art this year, all under the theme of ‘things that go’. Several churches are open for activities, and Horsforth Climate Action are ‘in residence’ with activities in The Grove.

SAT 6TH JULY 9 am – 12.30 Horsforth Farmers’ Market
We will be part of the Walk of Art with Steel Concordia playing and a festival atmosphere! Girl Guides will be on the Community Matters stall. Guest stalls include Horsforth Brewery and the popular Cinnammm Buns!

Grove Cinema Friday 5th July 6.45pm at The Grove Centre – see the film ‘Barbie’
Starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling. Eccentric and individualistic, Barbie is exiled from Barbieland because of her imperfections. When her home world is in peril, Barbie returns with the knowledge that what makes her different also makes her stronger.
Entrance on New St. Free admission, donations welcome to cover costs of licenses. Refreshments available.

As in previous years, Horsforth Churches Together will have a patch in the park at the Gala with bouncy castle, Tot’s tent, and hopefully craft activities and a quiz.
The Worship Room – Friday 28th June 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
‘Hosted at Cragg Hill Baptist Church, we would love to invite you to an evening of contemporary worship. We want to make room to offer up our wholehearted worship to the King. We long and crave to be in his presence. We would love you to be there with us!‘ From Jake

*CONFIRMED DATE* WEDS 26TH JUNE 6.30PM at St James’ Church for ELECTION HUSTINGS EVENT
A HUSTINGS event (Leeds North West) WILL TAKE PLACE on Weds 26th June 6.30 -8.30pm at St James’ Church Low Lane. Several candidates have already confirmed they will attend the event.
TO SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION PLEASE send an email to horsforthhustings2024@gmail.com






Horsforth Farmers’ Market Sat 1st June 9 -12.30
Enjoy music from Dave Prater, find out about Horsforth Museum upcoming events, chat with local councillors and buy great products from our regular and guest stalls.

Perfectly Pitched FAMILY FUN Concert in Half Term Thurs 30th May 1pm at St Margaret’s
Bring the kids/grandkids for a fun and engaging concert with the Horsforth Wind Quartet – doors open at 12 noon for refreshments, concert 1 – 2pm. Free but donations welcome!

Trinity SunDay FunDay – Sun 26th May, 12 noon Mass, Funday 1 pm – 3.30pm
Our friends at Leeds Trinity are inviting everyone to join with them in celebrating Trinity Sunday on 26th May. Lots of people enjoyed this event last year!
‘The Worship Room’ Friday 24th May 7pm at Cragg Hill Baptist
Hosted at Cragg Hill Baptist Church, we would love to invite you to an evening of contemporary worship. We want to make room to offer up our wholehearted worship to the King. We long and crave to be in his presence. We would love you to be there with us!
The Living Well Showcase Thurs 23rd May 10.30am -4pm at Lister Hill Baptist
Come along and visit the Virtual Dementia Bus, browse stalls, join a Dementia Friends Information session, or enjoy the entertainment and refreshments! Right at Home says:’The event is of interest to individuals living with dementia, their CareGivers, anyone interested in learning more about dementia, and members of the public – especially older people and their families. This event is not just limited to memory loss; it’s inclusive for all and is aimed at fostering understanding and support for everyone, with information about local charities and support within the city of Leeds. There will also be opportunity to enjoy entertainment and games on the day.’

Green Gardening Fair Sat 4th May 1.30 -4pm St Margaret’s Church
Want to grow more but don’t know where to start? Just starting with houseplants and need advice? Not sure how to compost effectively?
Come and pick up free seedlings and starter plants, get advice and motivation, and bring the kids to enjoy art activities!
Running alongside the popular Repair Cafe which will be in the Parish Centre (1 -4pm).

Horsforth Farmers’ Market Sat 4th May 9.00 am – 12.30
Come and hear great music by Chris Holloway and Leeds Flute Choir, and find out more about Dementia Friendly Horsforth on the Community Matters stall. As well as the regular stalls, we have a new stall OLGISH CAKES with traditional Ukrainian cakes, and we welcome back our guest stalls Dinnewell’s Gin Company, Melanie’s Chocolates, Yoyo Laos Sauce, The Jam Lady and Olianas Coffee.


NEXT HCT MEETING Weds 1st May 7.30pm Cragg Hill
Everyone is welcome to join us as we reflect on recent activities and plan ahead.

Thurs 25th April 1pm at St Margaret’s Church – Perfectly Pitched free concert
Come and hear wonderful harp music by Teresa Barros Pereira Ramao, in an informal setting, and accessible for all.
Doors open at noon for refreshments, concert at 1pm, donations welcome.

Sat 6th April 1.30 – 4pm Horsforth Bioblitz Launch (plus Repair Cafe) at St Margaret’s Church



Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 6th April 9.00 -12.30
An Easter themed Market with music by Richard Stirland; get your bike marked for security by WY Police, or chat with Horsforth Town Council reps, plus lots of great product stalls as usual.

Grove Cinema Friday 5th April 6.45pm ‘RISEN’ with Joseph Fiennes
Starring Joseph Fiennes. In 33 AD, a Roman Tribune in Judea is tasked to find the missing body of Jesus Christ, who rose from the dead.

Good Friday 29th March – Walk of Witness and Service
11.00am: A few singers to meet at Bedford Court to sing hymns to residents. (Contact Phil Maud if you can join this group).
THIS HAS BEEN CANCELLED by Bedford Court, sorry.
11.30 am: Walk of Witness Everyone meet outside Central Methodist (near Library) – Follow the cross and sing hymns along Town St
12 noon: Outdoor service at The Green
12.30 pm: Hot Cross Buns and Soup at The Grove
ALL WELCOME!

Easter Egg Hunt at St James’ Sat 30th March 10-12
‘Our very popular Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Saturday – children young and old are invited to join in! It’s one of our ways of celebrating Easter and God’s love of fun. There’ll be prizes of sweets for egg finders, a chocolate tombola, Easter crafts and refreshments and a chance to meet the characters from the Easter story.’
‘You won’t need money for the Hunt or drinks – you’ll need it only if you go to the cake stall or try your luck at the tombola! We’ll be going ahead whether it’s rain or shine – but we’re hoping for great Spring weather!’

Sunrise Service Easter Sunday 6.30am Hunger Hills
Nigel says ‘with an earlier Easter, this year you can have a lie in! We will start at 6.30am instead of the usual 6am’
Meet at the Viewing Board in Hunger Hills Woods for a short service celebrating the resurrection of Christ.

Sat 23rd March 10am – 1pm Operation Christmas Child Conference at Lister Hill
Lister Hill Baptist Church has been involved in the Operation Christmas Child shoe box appeal for over 10 years & in the last two years has been an area drop-off centre. On 23rd March they are hosting their regional conference 10am – 1pm including a free lunch. Come along and hear more about the work of Operation Christmas Child and how you can get involved. You’ll be inspired to see how God is using simple shoebox gifts to change lives, families, and communities, through the Good News of the Gospel.
To book your free place and free lunch please email Clare.Porter@samaritans-purse.org.uk
LENT

Lent with Van Gogh – a series of Talks on Sunday evenings 6.30pm at St Margaret’s Parish Centre
Sunday 3rd March Creation’s song
Ever since the creation of the world his eternal power and divine nature, invisible though they are, have been understood and seen through the things he has made. (Romans 1. 20
Sunday 10th March: Imago Dei
‘What are human beings that you are mindful of them, or mortals, that you care for them? (Hebrews 2.6)
Sunday 17th March Adding Colour
After this I saw another angel coming down from heaven, having great authority; and the earth was made bright with his splendour. (Revelation 18.1)
Sunday 24th March: Reflections on Mortality “He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief” (Isaiah 53.3)
4. LENT TALKS: HAVING FAITH IN THE NHS
TUESDAY 19TH MARCH 7.30PM at St Margaret’s Church, Church Lane, LS18 5LA
With Bill McCarthy, former Chief Executive NHS (Yorks & Humber) and other leadership roles.
Bill writes: ‘I will share some personal reflections on being a Christian working in the health services.’

3. LENT TALKS: APOCALYPSE NOW – FAITH AND LOVE IN A WORLD OF CLIMATE BREAKDOWN?
TUESDAY 12TH MARCH 7.30PM at Central Methodist Church, Town St, LS18 4AH
With Rev Jon Swales MBE Lighthouse Mission Priest and Climate Theologian
In this thought-provoking and engaging discussion, Rev’d Jon Swales will delve into the interplay between faith, love, and the unfolding catastrophe of climate breakdown.

2. LENT TALKS: FAITH AND EDUCATION: JOURNEYS TOWARD A HOPE-FILLED FUTURE
THURSDAY 7TH MARCH 7.30PM at St Mary’s School Hall, Broadgate LAne, LS18 5AB
With Joyce Simpson Retired Head of Humanities Leeds Trinity University
Joyce will bring us ‘Some responses to Christ’s promise of ‘life in abundance’ (John 10 v 10), both from the past and the present, in the story of English Education.’
‘I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.’ John 10 v 10


Horsforth Climate Action Meeting Sun 3rd March 2 – 4pm
What do donuts have to do with our world and climate action?
Why not come along on Sun 3rd March 2 – 4pm to this information meeting for everyone to come along and hear more about what is going on in Horsforth Climate Action, plus enjoy a donut at the same time!
Everyone very welcome!

Spring Fayre Sat 2nd March 10 am – 1.30pm Central Methodist
Enjoy a Bacon Butty and browse stalls with cakes, lovely craft items, cards, books, bric a brac, jigsaws and a tombola.
All proceeds towards the new BOILER that Central are in desperate need of !
Horsforth Farmer’s Market Sat 2nd March 9.00 – 12.30
Enjoy music by Horsforth Music Centre, sample street food from Mario’s, stock up on great quality products with our regular and guest stalls, and find out more about Horsforth Community Cafe.

Grove Cinema Friday 1st March 6.45pm ‘Billy Elliott – the Musical’
A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the disintegration of his family.
Donations welcome to cover costs.

Perfectly Pitched Concert Thurs 29th Feb 1pm
Enjoy the first concert of the year with Deborah Pennington and Val Barr playing great music together.
Refreshments from 12 noon, concert at 1pm, free and accessible, donations welcome.
1. REFUGEES, SUFFERING AND FAITH: GIFT AND REDEMPTION
WEDS 28TH FEB 7.30PM at The Grove Methodist Church, Town ST, LS18 4RJ
With Rev Dr Inderjit Bhogal OBE, President and Founder of the Sanctuary Movement
Inderjit writes: ‘Refugees are human beings who have fled danger, persecution and suffering, and know the meaning of rejection, and what it is to have faith and hope in hurt – I look forward to unpacking this topic in my time with you on 28th Feb’.


Friday Night Live at St Margaret’s -Friday 23rd Feb 7pm
This week Friday 23rd Feb it is a social evening with Ukrainians and Friends, with art and conversation.
Pay as you feel soft drinks and snacks, bring your own alcohol.

*NEW* Kids Film Matinee at The Grove Centre
First one Sat 17th Feb 2.30pm ‘Frozen’ (2013)
A new venture is starting at The Grove – bring the kids for a film afternoon (will be once every half-term on a Saturday).
Kicking off with this ever popular film ‘Frozen’ – kids are encouraged to come dressed up as their favourite character from the film! Snacks will be available.

Friday Night Live at St Margaret’s – every Friday 7 – 9pm. This Friday 16th Feb Indoor Bowls and Music
Horsforth Community Assets Projects & friends are excited to announce a new weekly social taking place 7 till 9pm every Friday at St Margaret’s Church.
Soft drinks and snacks are served on a pay-as-you-feel basis and you can bring your own alcoholic drinks. Everyone is welcome!

Sun 4th Feb 6.30pm at St Margaret’s – Climate Action Service
St Margaret’s is holding a climate action service on Sunday 4th February at 6:30pm in the St Margaret’s Eco-centre.
This follows the day of action and will celebrate what’s been achieved over the last month. The service will also create a space for local people to reflect on our response to the climate crisis. For more information, contact Dave Edwards on davedsedwards@gmail.com

Climate Action Saturday – Sat 3rd Feb 2-4pm The Sea Starts Here, plus collection of donated items
The first Saturday afternoon of every month there is Climate Action Saturday at St Margaret’s at the same time as the Repair Cafe in the Parish Hall.
- See the Water Quality Art installation and make a contribution to it; what we do here directly affects our seas and wildlife
- Bring your unwanted mobile phones, laptops, binoculars, men’s clothes & trainers, bags and suitcases; these will be distributed to those in need.
First Market of the Year – Sat 3rd Feb 9am – 12.30pm
This time enjoy music provided by The Retrotones, and find out information at the Community Matters stalls – Horsforth Allotments Association and Horsforth Town Council.

Friday 2nd Feb 6.45pm Come and see the film Chocolat at The Grove Cinema
Chocolat – A French woman and her young daughter open up a chocolate shop in a small remote village causing a shake up the rigid morality of the community.
Free entry but donations welcome.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – Thurs 18th – Thurs 25th January

Weds 24th Jan 4.30pm Evensong in the Trinity Chapel
Leeds Trinity Chaplaincy are celebrating Christian Unity Week with a lovely Evensong service including music and prayer, and they invite people from all the churches in Horsforth to join them in this ecumenical expression of unity.
Refreshments included.
Leeds Trinity University, Brownberrie Lane, parking available.

Sunday 21st Jan – Pulpit Swap
As part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (18th – 25th Jan), churches in Horsforth will be exchanging preachers/leaders for the morning service. Details below:
- At St Mary’s Catholic – Duncan Stow from Cragg Hill Baptist
- At Willow Green – Tim Nicholls
- At St James’ Woodside C of E – Phil Maud or Jo Lightowler from The Grove Methodist
- At St Margarets – representative from St Mary’s
- At The Grove – Jonathan Cain or other rep from St James’ Woodside
- At Cragg Hill Baptist – Matt Powell from Lister Hill Baptist
- At Lister Hill Baptist – George Asomaning from Willow Green Fellowship
- At Central Methodist – Nigel Sinclair or other rep from St Margarets C of E

Thurs 18th Jan 7pm at St Mary’s Church – Eucharistic Healing Service
A lovely service with music by St Mary’s Music Group and a beautiful opportunity to pray for healing for yourself or others, whether physical, psychological, or spiritual. Remember Jesus is alive, and miracles can and do happen! Everyone is welcome, including non-Catholics and those of no faith – all that is needed is an openness to Jesus. You are free to pray however you feel comfortable, everyone is included.

Next HCT Meeting (AGM) Weds 10th Jan 7.30pm at St James’ Woodside
Join us for the first meeting of the year to share and plan together, including AGM items.

Friday 5th January 6.45pm – Film at The Grove Cinema – Mamma Mia (2008)
Enjoy Mamma Mia on the first film night of the year at Grove Cinema.
Free entry but donations welcome,refreshments available in the interval.
Town of Sanctuary Volunteer Training Thursday 4th January 9.30 am – 12 noon

Horsforth Town of Sanctuary has several volunteering opportunities (see HERE for more details).If you would like to volunteer, there is a Volunteer Training Session on Thurs 4th January at Cragg Hill Church 9.30am – 12 noon led by Rose McCarthy to help you understand more about those seeking asylum.
Please contact Rose for more details: rose@horsforthchaplaincy.org