the parishes of the Rivers Partnership
Pew news
Rivers Partnership Website link
For Livestreaming services go to YouTube and search for Derwent Ings Benefice, the services appear under the live tab. For zoom details use the login details in the diary. For assistance, email [email protected]
RP. Livestream services from the Rivers
Partnership
https://www.youtube.com/@derwentingsbenefice7289
Sunday 10th May 6.30pm Evensong
DeaneryAscension Day HC Service
Sunday 17th May 10.30am Holy Communion
Sunday 24th May 2026 – Pentecost
W. 9.00am Holy Communion
N. 10.30am Holy Communion
ES. 10.30am Morning Prayer
T. 10.30am Five Parish Holy Communion
Monday 25th
RP. 7.30pm Home Group at 41 Cranbrooks
Wednesday 27th
B. 9.30am Healing PrayerFellowship at home
RP. 7.00pm Zoom Evening Prayer
Meeting ID: 833 1996 8678 Passcode: 134900
Thursday 28th
ES. 9.30am Holy Communion
W. 3.30pm Messy Expressions
Friday 29th
W. 12.15 Funeral – Mike Gardener
Sunday 31st May 2026 – Trinity Sunday
S. 10.30am Eight Parish Holy Communion
Monday 1st June
RP. 8.00am Partnership Prayers at Wheldrake
RP. 7.30pm Home Group at 41 Cranbrooks
Tuesday 2nd
W. 10.00am Sharing live at the Wenlock
Wednesday 3rd
B. 9.30am Healing PrayerFellowship at home
RP. 7.00pm Zoom Evening Prayer
Meeting ID: 833 1996 8678 Passcode: 134900
Thursday 4th
ES. 9.30am Holy Communion
S. 3.30pm Messy Science
RP. 7.00pm Zoom singing
Meeting ID: 823 6552 6598 Passcode: 416958
Friday 5th June
10.30am Cottage Communion
Saturday 6th
RP. 7.30 Shipwreck sounds (see poster in pew news)
Sunday 7th June 2026 – Trinity 1
SF. 10.30am Three Parish Holy Communion
E. 10.30am Holy Communion
S. 4.00pm Together@ Sutton
Monday 8th
RP. 8.00am Partnership Prayers at Wheldrake
RP. 7.30pm Home Group at 41 Cranbrooks
RP. 7.30pm Deanery Partnership meeting
at Hemmingbrough (see pew news notes)
Wednesday 10th
B. 9.30am Healing PrayerFellowship at home
RP. 7.00pm Zoom Evening Prayer
Meeting ID: 833 1996 8678 Passcode: 134900
Thursday 11th
ES. 9.30am Holy Communion
W. 3.30pm Messy Expressions
W. 7.00pm ManTalk in the cottage
Sunday 14th June 2026 – Trinity 2
ES. 9.00am Holy Communion
T. 10.30am Holy Communion
S. 10.30am Holy Communion
SF 10.30am Holy Communion
W. 6.30pm Evensong
W. Church Fete
Thank you to everybody who helped or donated and helped put on the Fete last weekend we raised £1297.05
RP. Sharing Life
Sharing Life is breaking for half term so we will be back on Tuesday 12th May, 2nd 16th and 30th June, finishing for summer break on 14th July. We welcome new comers on a regular basis so please give us a try if you haven’t yet. Any age, for a whole morning ( 10-12 noon) or a quick cuppa. If you would like to volunteer by serving coffee or making cakes and bakes please let us know.
Please note, we have a new phone number 07355 134509 or e-mail us on [email protected]
Katie, Karen, Ruth and Emma.
RP. The Rivers Partnership Prayers for the Five Marks of Mission.
Across the partnership the five marks of mission teams are helping to make our Plan For Growth (P4G) a reality. Please use this prayer cycle to include the teams and those who lead them in your daily prayers.
Tell To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom (Led by Mike Beresford from July)
Teach To teach, baptise and nurture new
Believers (Led by Jackie Doyle-Brett)
Tend To respond to human need by loving
service (Led by Bryony Beresford)
Transform To seek to transform unjust
structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind and to pursue peace and reconciliation (Led by Caroline Wandless)
Treasure To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth. (Led by Alison Stead)
May 24th Tell, 31st Teach
E. Open Gardens
On Sunday 7th June Elvington will be holding an open gardens event around the village
RP. Admission of Churchwardens
This year the combined Deaneries of Selby and Derwent will be holding an admission service for all their Churchwardens at Escrick Church on Tuesday 23rd June. Everyone is invited. There will be refreshments afterwards
RP. Sunday Reflection
This week’s Sunday reflection comes from The Rt Revd Barry Hill, Bishop of Whitby. Every week we offer a new prayer video for churches to use either online or in their services.
RP. Deanery Secretary – Vacancy
In June with the recently elected members from the APCMs in 2026 we need to appoint a new secretary. Alison Gilmour has decided that its time to retire after 13 years’ service. The job is to take the minutes at the meetings (6 a year), be part of the Deanery Leadership team, maintaining an online list of all current members, creating publicity for Deanery events and services, circulating papers for our 3 statutory meetings each year, circulating notices from parishes who wish to invite Deanery friends to anything events. There is a statutory requirement to produce and circulate to all PCCs at the beginning of the year an annual report (agreed by both the Dean and Lay Dean) of the proceedings of the Deanery Partnership during the previous calendar year which forms part of the reports to the APCM, unless the elected delegate submits their own to the parish. Additionally, updating our Deanery Plan and ensuring we review it regularly (biennially), managing our annual calendar of events, contacting speakers, pulling together clergy contributions to our Deanery Prayer Calendar, contacting editors of parish magazines. Computer literacy for word-processing and creating publicity materials is needed. Anybody can be the Deanery Secretary and can be co-opted to the Deanery Team. Please pray and think about whether you could so this vital job. Contact Jackie if you can help.
Zoom link for Mark in 4 weeks
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83561658572?pwd=x8vl0mQnGSmaxavyXpAxdSx2TMqUsJ.1
Meeting ID: 835 6165 8572
Passcode: 664117
T. Thorganby Coffee Morning
Our next Coffee Morning is on Thursday 18th June May in the village Hall at 10.30am. All welcome.
RP. Collect for – Pentecost
God, who as at this time taught the hearts of your faithful people by sending to them the light of your Holy Spirit: grant us by the same Spirit to have a right judgement in all things and evermore to rejoice in his holy comfort; through the merits of Christ Jesus our Saviour, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen
RP. Passcodes For Zoom Services
The zoom provider has recommended that we do not publish the passcode on the internet. For details email [email protected]
so that the information can be provided to you.
RP. Building Gospel Partnerships
We need advocates to build gospel partnerships with Mustard Seed churches and their communities. These partnerships recognise there is much that we can learn and receive from churches in our low-income communities. Do you have a passion to support mission in places where life is tough? For more information about the Advocates network, please visit the website www.mseed.org/advocates or contact by
email: [email protected] or phone: 07852151740
Led in turn by our Deanery clergy each fourth Monday of the month, this takes place via Zoom on 27th June beginning at 7.00pm. All are welcome and we finish by 7.30pm. Join Zoom Meeting:
contact [email protected] for the link.
Information for Wheldrake Church
there are accessible toilets in the cottage next door Car parking by the church is limited There is a children’s area at the back of church on the left
There is a space for wheelchairs at the front of church on the left
There is a hearing loop
Dogs are welcome
There are baby changing facilities in the cottage next door
There is flat access to the building
Our Rivers Partnership Safeguarding link is Mike Beresford [email protected].
RP. York Diocesan Conference:
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,
It is with great joy I write to invite you to be part of the first Diocesan Conference held in the Diocese of York for over a decade. Next July, lay and ordained leaders from across our diocese are invited to gather together in prayer and worship, in learning, fellowship and joy as we share and encourage one another as to how we are living Christ story across our wonderful, diverse diocese.
The first part of the conference on the Thursday and Friday is specific to licensed clergy and LLMs with a wider cross section of leaders from across the diocesan family, including you, invited for a non-residential conference all day on Saturday 25th July held at the University of York.
A Planning Team, chaired by Bishop Barry and reflecting the diversity of the diocese, has been working over recent months and further details of the programme and exact timings being published later in the year. I am excited at the shape this is taking and the possibilities this offers us.
A link for bookings is now open: https://forms.office.com/e/HShJV4r5xq For planning purposes, we are hoping you are able to RSVP by the end of August at the latest. Please complete the booking form even if you are unable to attend.
As we seek to maximise attendance, there is no charge for this conference beyond the cost of parking (we are hoping people will car share or make use of public transport where possible). There may also be space during the conference for those that would like to make a contribution toward the costs. Refreshments and lunch are included.
The Planning Team has agreed four learning principles for the conference which undergird their work and attendance at the conference assumes:
1. God – We gather in Jesus name in the fellowship of the Gospel. We follow God who is active and breaks into our learning, disrupting our plans and revealing the Kingdom in often surprising ways, through the work of the Holy Spirit.
2. Us – Everyone is a participant of equal status. We are all both guests and hosts, each with something to give and something to learn. We seek to build up the whole Body of Christ in our worship, faithfulness and learning.
3. Learning – We seek to create a relaxing and creative space where participants can be open and honest, equipped to participate as fully as possible and allow relationships to develop. Whilst we will strive for excellence of input which resources, the focus will be on engagement, not expert delivery, honouring the experience of all in the room.
4. Responsibility – All participants will aspire to be fully present and to be willing to be responsible for how they engage with others, with the material and with the conference. Together, we aspire to honour the sense of being one family, where all are seen, heard and valued.
May we hold this important opportunity in our prayers and be assured of my continued prayers for all you are and do.
In the blessings of Christ,
Following Archbishop Stephen’s letter inviting you to our first York Diocesan Conference in over a decade, this is a reminder to complete the RSVP whether you are able to make it or not. A copy of the original invitation with dates are more details is below this email and the link for bookings is: https://forms.office.com/e/HShJV4r5xq A reminder your place is offered free of charge. As a planning team, we are really excited for the opportunity to join together as a Diocese in this rare opportunity, and for the range of speakers and seminar leaders already booked. The full list and programme will be available towards the end of the year but, as well as some exciting speakers being finalised, speakers already confirmed include:
Former presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church and preacher at the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Archbishop Michael Curry
Bishop of Lancaster, Jill Duff
Dean of Chelmsford and Biblical scholar, Jessica Martin as Conference Reflector and to share with Archbishop Stephen and Bishop’s Flora, Eleanor and Barry in leading Bible studies along
Papal Astronomer and Director of the Vatican Observatory, Guy Consolmagno as after dinner speaker Poet-in-Residence throughout the conference, Malcolm Guite
Author, educator & disability advocate, Emily Owen First Church Estates Commissioner and former Global Head of Risk Strategy at HSBC, Alan Smith
Head of the Churches and Networks Support for national church with a focus on growing younger and more diverse, and former lead for Thy Kingdom Come, Emma Buchan
Director of Giving for the Church of England, Jonathan de Bernhardt Wood
External Research Partner for Mustard Seed, Andy Milne
Prophetic classical musical ensemble, Epiphany (offering Sound Portraits to participants and their teams)
Archbishop’s Mission Enabler for the North & Chair of the Faith in the North, Mark Powley
Lou’s famous pub quiz!
ES. Mothers Union.
The only branch in the Rivers Partnership is based in Escrick and would welcome new members. You don’t have to be a mother or even female; membership is open to all who have been baptised. If you are not baptised but still interested, that could be arranged. MU meetings are open to all and visitors are welcome. No pressure to become a member, just enjoy the session. If you are considering membership, but would like to meet nearer to home, come and meet us and we will help you to establish a branch nearer to you. You will have scope to tailor it to local availability. Some branches meet in the local pub. Escrick meet on the second Wednesday afternoon of the month as all of our members are retired, but we have held our summer meetings in the lighter evenings. MU is a fabulous charity working to improve the lives of so many in countries world-wide, not through other charities but with our own members on the ground, be they local or visitors. I hope this has sparked your interest. Pamela Yates, Branch Leader, tel 01904 728423
RP. Derwent Lions Used Spectacles
Please donate your used spectacles on my doorstep. They are a huge help and Lions will make sure they are used to assist less fortunate people in seeing better. Keep leaving them outside 5 Derwent Park and hopefully we’ll be able to keep helping those less fortunate. Lion Ken Hardgrave 01904 448198
RP. Yorkshire Rural Support Network
The Yorkshire Agricultural Society provides support and help for everyone in the Yorkshire farming community.
FCN Helpline 03000 111 999
Farming community network – practical help from farming people
RABI Freephone Helpline 0800 188 4444
Confidential help and support for all farming families and workers facing hardship
Addington Fund 01926 620135 – addingtonfund.org.uk helping farmers with disaster relief and affordable rural housing
Perennial Helpline 0800 093 8543 – perennial.org.uk supporting all those who work/have worked in the horticultural industry Samaritans Freephone 116 123 – [email protected] confidential emotional support 24 hours a day
W. Prayer Tree
If there is someone or a situation on your heart which you wish to bring before the Lord, you are invited to visit the prayer tree at the back of church and stop for a moment to write a prayer
B. Home Fellowship Group
The Home Group meets on Mondays at 7.30pm till 9pm at 41, The Cranbrooks with Steve and Val Hirons. We are currently studying the Epistle of James. We choose hymns to begin and end our discussion time and close with the Grace. Newcomers are very welcome.
RP. Multiply Stories
Multiply is the name of an initiative to build new worshiping communities and make new disciples. This link can be used to read about the work that is going on around the Diocese
https://mailchi.mp/yorkdiocese/inspiringideas-2024?e=346204007c
RP. Tools with a mission- updated 15.05.26
This link will take you to the latest newsletter from TWAM
https://mailchi.mp/twam.uk/january-2026-supporter-enews-6429476?e=ca4eff56d4
RP. Thank you
This week we are remembering the people who are on our Church cleaning teams, across the Rivers Partnership. It would be good to have contribution from anyone in the benefice, so please email your suggestions for thankyou’s for your villages
RP. CPCC and WPCC Minutes
The minutes for the last CPCC are published on the Wheldrake Church website.
http://www.wheldrakechurch.org.uk/?page_id=1636
RP. Safeguarding Bulletin – Updated 06.02.26
Click this link for the latest news from this team
https://mailchi.mp/1852ad3145c6/diocese-of-york-safeguarding-bulletin-13430378?e=7770c3aa96
RP. Organ Recital
Featuring the famous Tuba Mirabilis, Jonathan Scott performs his solo organ arrangement of John Stanley Trumpet Voluntary (Op. 6 No. 5) on the Grand Pipe Organ of York Minster. Jonathan will be performing a solo organ concert at York Minster
B. Derwent Ings Facebook
Have you seen the Derwent Ings Facebook page? https://www.facebook.com/DerwentIngsChurchesYork/ Please have a look and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh4EyDpfGJM”follow” the feed!
RP. May at the Minster
Step Back in Time: Romans Return to the Minster
This half term, Romans return to the Minster. Visit and meet a Roman from Eboracum to learn what life was like in the barracks that once stood on the site of York Minster.
https://mailchi.mp/yorkminster.org/christmas-2904138?e=c3266a8f12
www.wheldrakechurch.org.uk This is the link to the website here you will find policy documents, agendas and PCC minutes along with prayers and pew news
RP. Worship Music
MP1267 Come, people of the risen King
Shine from the inside out
MP611 Spirit of holiness
MP445 Shine, Jesus, shine
RP. Pew News Deadline
If you have anything to advertise, please send it to [email protected]
by 6.00pm on Fridays.
RP. Generosity Matters updated 22.05.26
Click on this link to read the latest news from the generosity team.
https://mailchi.mp/7d38fc64c2c2/generosity-mailing-18173571?e=33945223ea
RP. Online prayer websites
Here are some prayer sites that you could try, see which you like
Pray as you go
Celtic liturgies
Sacred Space
ReJesus
Green Christian Prayer Guide
E. New way to donate to the church
If you would like to support the church financially and help us maintain it for generations to come, you can now also send donations using the “givealittle” website
RP. Church Services radio/online
8.10AM – BBC RADIO 4 SUNDAY WORSHIP
Pentecost: A service for Pentecost Sunday with Volney Morgan & New-Ye from Alive City Church led by Angel Morgan.
WEEKDAYS
10.45AM – BBC RADIO 4EXTRA DAILY SERVICE
RP. Diocese of York Prayer Diary
There is always somewhere, something or someone we can pray for. The Prayer Diary may help guide you and your church in praying for our diocese.
April – June Prayer Diary is available to download – find it at:
dioceseofyork.org.uk/diocesan-prayer-diary.
This week, we are praying for:
- Church of England: Diocese of Gloucester, Bishop Rachel Treweek, Bishop Robert Springett
- Church of Sweden: Diocese of Vasteras, Bishop Mikael Mogren
- South Africa Diocesan Link: Green Anglicans, the Anglican Church of Southern Africa’s Environmental Network
Deanery Prayer Calendar
24th – 30th May
We pray for our five church schools across the Rivers Partnership as they have a well earned rest at half-term. We give thanks for those who exercise ministry in schools – Jackie, Margaret, Mike and the Open Book teams in Escrick and Naburn schools. Amen
RP. Zoom Singing
B. York Minster Parish Pass 2026
As in previous years, Elvington, Thorganby and Wheldrake PCC secretaries have again received a renewed York Minster Parish pass to issue to members of the congregation permitting visitors free entry this year. The Parish Pass entitles the bearer to one adult free admission to York Minster and the Undercroft for sightseeing during normal opening hours (but excludes entry to the Central Tower and evening events). See more information, contact the relevant PCC secretary to borrow them
Pray-er for the Benefice
Caroline Stockwell-Brown
Prayer Area
Sports field and Club, Surgery (Elvington)
E. Refresh! Service at Elvington
Elvington Refresh service takes place at 6.30pm pm on Sunday 21st June in Elvington Church. – Please come if you are able, and please spread the word.
RP. Tools with a mission- updated 15.05.26
This link will take you to the latest newsletter from TWAM
https://mailchi.mp/twam.uk/january-2026-supporter-enews-6428660?e=ca4eff56d4
Please use these notes for your own reference during the week and for your prayers