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GB Coffee EveningOur annual GB coffee evening will be on Monday 2nd December 6.30pmto 9.00pm. This is our main fundraiser. There will be cakes and buns onsale as well as crafts and bric-a-brac. Mince pies, scones, traybakes, teaand coffee for everyone. Adults 3.00 and kids. Everyone welcome.Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Appeal200 shoe boxes have been ordered this year in anticipation of thembeing filled. As a church and with God's help this can be achieved. Wewould like to thank the knitters who have knitted the wonderfulscarves, hats, gloves, handbags and pencils cases. There are plenty ofitems we still need and you can leave donations in the boxes in thechurch or in the hall. If you wish to make a money donation, please seeany of the GB leaders or Sunday school leaders. Your help andco-operation is greatly appreciated.ThanksAngie and TeamPrayer Ministry Training DayMagheralin Parish Church - Saturday23rd November 2019 9.30am -3.30pm.Further details from Rev Mark who willbe attending.Bovevagh Bowling ClubBovevagh Bowling Club practice nights are on Tuesdays from 7.45pm.New members welcome—contact club captain Sammy Caldwell07593357151.Dungiven Bowling Club.Contact - Captain : Derek Morrow : contact number 07802373876.Vice Captain : Leslie Armstrong : contact number 07703722204.Indoor Bowling Practice each Monday night at 8pm. New membersvery welcome. No age limitations and no ability required. Come alongHowever, whether people like it or not, or believe it or not,our God is sovereign, and Jesus is and will be Lord. The daywill come when everyone will acknowledge that. Scripture isclear that evil will seemingly be winning right up to the finalhour. Then God’s axe will fall. In Isaiah 45:22-23, it says, “Letall the world look to me for salvation! For I am God; there is noother. I have sworn by my own name; I have spoken the truth,and I will never go back on my word: Every knee will bend tome, and every tongue will declare allegiance to me.”Later on, when Paul is writing his letter to the Philippians, heexplains Jesus’ statement. In Chapter 2, verses 9-11, he says,‘God elevated him to the place of highest honour and gave himthe name above all other names, that at the name of Jesusevery knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under theearth, and every tongue declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to theglory of God the Father’.So, when you are feeling discouraged or downcast, or thedarkness in the world seems to be closing in, take heart andremember these words of our Father God about our Lord andSaviour Jesus Christ. Those words are the truth and theyWILL be fulfilled.Thank You, Lord Jesus, for therevelation that You are King of kingsand Lord of lords. Help me to rest inthat truth and to trust You asSovereign, the one whose plans andpurposes will not be thwarted. Amen.Every blessing, Revd Mark

Hospital Visiting If any church memberor parishioner is in hospital, or expectingto be in hospital, please do ensure thatthe minister knows, so that he can visitto offer prayer and support if desired.Church denominational lists are nolonger made available to parish clergy.Deuteronomy 31 v 7-8 says: “Be strong and brave The LORD himself will gobefore you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forget you. Don’t beafraid and don’t worry.”Rectory Prayer BreakfastWednesday 20th November 2019from 6am - 7am Prayer7am - 7.30am BreakfastJo and I will be up and ready, so if anyone would care to join usyou would be most welcome. A great way to start any day.Hope to see you there. Revd Mark and Jo.BOVEVAGH SCOUTSWe have had a busy start to the new season with sections getting outand about, learning new skills and having lots of fun.The Squirrels have learning about their promise, making new friends,playing games, doing crafts and along with the Beavers meeting withPolice to learn about firework safety.The Beavers have been learning the importance of 1st aid, sleeproutines, how to use a sleeping bag and enjoyed a fun filled day atRosepark Farm, Ballymoney meeting other Beavers from NI.The Cubs started of the year with their first camp of the season in thelocal area. They enjoyed an evening doing wacky races and areworking towards a masterpiece.The Scout started the year with a night hike, shelter building andtrangia cooking in local woodland, they learning the importance oflooking after yourself through diet and sleep along with the dangers ofdrugs and alcohol. Seven Scouts took part in a ‘Mud Run’ organisedby Scout NI, it was tough, wet and mucky but fun.Important Dates:There will be No Scouts on Wed 30th Octoberand Fri 1st Novemberdue to half term.Our Investiture Service will be held on Sunday 17th November.New members are still welcome and if you require any furtherinformation please contact Wendy (07835587699).November to early DecemberSunday 27th October10am Dungiven Morning Worship11.30am Bovevagh Morning WorshipBovevagh Girls’ BrigadeEnrolment ServiceA big thank you to Bovevagh Flute band for leading us at ourEnrolment Service in October. We had a lovely service and the girls didus proud. A big thank you to everyone.

Without Borders". Jos Downey (son of Canon StewartDowney) is the UK National director. Tickets are now on sale.It is hoped the event will be well supported by members ofboth parishes.For your Prayers Revd Mark, Jo, Reuben and JemThe housebound, lonely and bereavedFor all the Parish OrganisationsFor the members of the Select VestriesFor all preparing for Marriage, Baptism and awaiting ConfirmationFor growth in faith and discipleshipFor the Meal Run MinistryFor our province and nation in these challenging daysGood counsel for our global leadersFor the guidance of the Holy Spirit concerning The Ladies Bible &Lunch FellowshipFor Bishop-elect Andrew ForsterDungiven and Bovevagh Mothers’ UnionWe had a lovely evening on Tues 1st Oct in which the Rev Loney, as ourguest speaker, shared his testimony with us and gave us an opportunityto ask a few probing questions.Dates for your diary:5th NovemberBovevagh Parish Centre at 8pm.Rev Derek Kerr joins us to share his stories of the House of WindsorLadies are reminded to bring items for the 'bring and buy' stall.3rd December Christmas Celebration.We will hold our annual Christmas Dinner in Garnetts Restaurant at theNorth West Regional College Limavady at 7pm. Further details to follow.Sunday 3rd November10am Dungiven Holy Communion11.30am Bovevagh Holy CommunionSunday 10th November – Remembrance SundayMorning Services in both churches at the usual times,incorporating the Annual Acts of RemembranceSunday 17th November10am Family Service with the Baptism of Poppy Keys11.30am Bovevagh Scouts’ InvestitureSunday 24th November10am Dungiven Morning Worship1130am Bovevagh Morning WorshipSunday 1st December 2019 (Advent Sunday)10am Dungiven Holy Communion11.30am Bovevagh Holy Communionlooking ahead Carol Services 2019Sunday 15 December 2019 at 7pm in Bovevagh Parish ChurchSunday 22nd December 2019 at 7pm in Dungiven Parish ChurchthThe consecration of Bishop-elect Andrew Forsterwill take place at 5pm on Sunday 8th December inSt Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh.Services of Installation in the Derry and RaphoeCathedrals will take place in January 2020.Photo: Bishop-elect of Derry and Raphoe, Venerable Andrew Forster

ConfirmationA new date/time for the Confirmation Servicehas now been agreed.Sunday 9th February 2020 at 11amin Dungiven Parish Church.The new Bishop of Derry and Raphoewill be officiating, DV.Our Parishes are committed to the Church of IrelandSafeguarding Trust policy which is constitutionally inplace to safeguard and protect children and youngpeople who are part of our ministry programmes,and to enhance the church’s overall ministryamongst them. The parish panel to whom anyconcerns can be brought is made up of the Rectorand representatives of both parishes :Revd Mark LoneyDavid WilsonKathleen CanningSharon CanningYvonne McGrottyDUNGIVEN PRAYER GROUPThe prayer group meets every Sunday morning from9.15am-9.40am in the church to pray for God’s anointing upon ourworship, that there might be a move of His Spirit. We are readingthrough Hebrews at present. We also pray for thosein need whom the Lord has placed on our hearts.Please speak to the Rector for more information.BOVEVAGH PRAYER GROUPBovevagh Prayer Group meets at 10.30 am each Sunday morning in theVestry and concludes at 11.10am in time for the Church Service.For more information please contact Rosemary Robinson.THE CLOTHING COLLECTION raised 308.20. Thank you mostsincerely to the members of both Parishes who so generouslydonated items of clothing again this year. It is very muchappreciated. The money will be allocated shortly to the usualMissionary Societies.(777 41226)(777 41541)(777 41556)(07762 015111)(777 42051)Panel Members: Please note therewill be a Safeguarding Trust ParishPanel Meeting at the Rectory onMonday 18th November at 8pmThe above "Comedy Act' was organised by David Wilson.Monies raised, after expenses, will be forwarded to "Mission

Wednesday mornings during termtime @ Bovevagh Parish Officefrom 10am - 12 noonNeed to discuss a wedding orbaptism?Need to talk about a pastoralconcern and/or receive prayer?Need a reference for work etc?Passport/Driving Licencecountersigning?HOST UK arranges oneday and weekend visits for International students all year round withthree-night visits during the Festive season. Such hospitality is greatlysought after and valued by students far from home whose onlyalternative may be a lonely hall of residence.Our “festive season” does not just mean Christmas but can also meanweekends in the run up to Christmas, and New Year. Your guest will besomeone curious to experience British life with all its special traditionsand culture and keen to share those of their home country. Yourhospitality will be a unique gift, a treasured memory and rewarding in somany ways.Please consider opening your home and heart to an internationalstudent and remember that if the festive season is difficult for you, wedo operate all year round, so hosting can becomeone of your New Year Resolutions!Need to discuss something else that concerns you?The door is open. Come on in!This is in addition to other times when I am very happy to callwith you at home as part of the routine rounds of visiting.Revd Mark.If you should like to know more, please go to ourwebsite www.hostuk.org or leave us a message onfrom the comeAHostBaptisms No baptisms were conducted during October(aside - Jo and I have been involved with HOST for quite a number of years and welcomed students into our homes from allparts of the world. You may have seen some of them at church!It is a good educational experience for your own children too,and you might even let the students cook you a meal fromtheir own country! Revd Mark)Weddings Martin Caldwell and Sarah-Louise Christie weremarried in Bovevagh Parish Church on Saturday 19th October.Revd Mark Loney officiated. Our prayers are with Martin andSarah-Louise as they begin this new chapter of their livestogether.by the time of printing

Funerals Mr Joseph Reid Wilson (Joe) of 42 Bovevagh Road,passed away in Altnagelvin Hospital on Wednesday 16thOctober 2019. As is commonly known, Joe had struggledwith ill-health for many years, but never complained andfought his every challenge bravely, with a quiet resolve. Theattendance of several hundred people at the funeral serviceon Friday 18th October was testimony in itself to the highesteem and favour in which Joe was held. He was a devotedfamily man. In his working life Joe was with Frank Dillon,served on the UDR and eventually branched out into his ownprivate digger work. Joe enjoyed the great outdoors, kept akeen interest in farming, particularly sheep, and had a gift oftraining sheepdogs from which many have benefited overthe years.Our prayers and sympathies are extended to Joe’s wifeLouise, daughter Joanne, sons Richard and Mark and thewhole family circle.coming up on Friday 17th January2020 .shake away the winter cold at aCountry Social Night withETERNITY SOCIALSFrom 7.30pm until 11pminDungiven Parish HallBuffet served at 10pm.Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for youare with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Psalm 23 : 4Select Vestry Meetings (8pm)November 2019Dungiven (Tuesday 26th)Bovevagh (Tuesday 19th)All Welcome!Donations in aid ofDrumrane Primary School.

Dungiven Parish Events Teaminvite you to A TABLE QUIZdynamically managedby Jason Scott!onFriday 22ndNovember at 8pminDungivenParish Hall 10 per table of 4Drinks and Snacks servedduring the evening.All Welcome!Ellel Ministries is an international,non-denominational,Christian organization seeking tofulfil the vision of Luke 9:11where Jesus welcomed the people,taught them about theKingdom of God and healedthose in need.Please note date change from last month’s magazine There will be an UNDERSTANDING FEAR teaching andministry day on Saturday 7th December 2019 (9.30am until4pm) in Dungiven Parish Hall. Those attending should bringpacked lunch, or avail of local outlets. Tea and coffee will beprovided. The cost is 25. If you would like to register, theeasiest way is to speak to Rev Mark who will liaise with theEllel leaders.The teaching will give tremendous insight into the roots of fear,and how this can influence how we live our lives in the present.In the midst of it all we can know God’s healing.If you have childcare considerations, please speak to Jo Loney,as provision to attend these days can be made at the Rectoryto allow you to go on the day. Could anyone else help with this?

On Wednesday eveningsas listed below8pm to 9.15pmThe Bible Course THE BIG PICTURE(produced by The Bible Society)Remaining sessions:Wednesday 30th October is in school half term week.There will be no session.Acts & the Church6th NovemberRevelation & Review13th NovemberWomen’s Bible FellowshipAlternate Wednesday mornings at theRectory from 10.30 am to 1pm finishingwith lunch.Continuing to look at Jesus and His boundaries through TheBoundary Book by Cloud and Townsend.'Just as homeowners set physical property lines around theirland, we need to set mental, physical, emotional and spiritualboundaries for our lives to help us distinguish what is ourresponsibility and what isn't.This is one of the most serious problems facing Christianstoday. Many sincere, dedicated believers struggle withtremendous confusion about when it is biblically appropriate toset limits. When confronted with their lack of boundaries, theyraise good questions'6th November chapter 3 20th November chapter 4Dungiven Meal Run MinistryThe Meal Run ministry seeks to be responsiveand flexible to bringing a meal to any one of usat any time to help show a bit of the love ofGod. It could be just for someone to show themsome cheer in their day or to help out in a particularlychallenging time. Please do not assume that we know ofall the good opportunities, we don’t, please let us know ifyou or a loved one could be helped by this and we will seewhat we can do. Please continue to pray for the Meal RunMinistry.Dungiven Community Fridgeis now open every Monday andThursday between 11:30 am and12:30pm @ Glenshane Care Centre.Just turn up and do your bit tohelp reduce food waste and savethe pounds in your own pocket at the same time. Wouldyou like to volunteer to help oversee the stall on someoccasions? No big responsibilities!! Please see Jo LoneyPuppets on A MissionResumes Sunday 3rd November(first Sunday in the month practice times)4pm-5pm@Bovevagh Parish Centre.This practice will be followed by a socialfrom 5pm to 7pm!

Rector: Revd Mark Loney The Rectory, 14 Main Street, Dungiven, County Londonderry BT47 4LB Telephone Rectory: 028 777 41226 Mobile 07720 321283