Welcome to the Quintet Benefice, a family of five churches in North Norfolk, serving the local community in Aylmerton, Beeston Regis, Gresham, East Runton, West Runton and offering a warm welcome to visitors.
All our churches are open daily.
Many thanks for your interest, we hope to see you soon.
HELLO FROM BARRY
Dear Friends,
On Saturday 5th September we went to a very interesting, relaxed and informative meeting; it was in the Church Hall at West Runton and involved each of the Benefice churches. Everybody was invited, and it was reassuring that representatives from each of our churches were there.
Attending the meeting also was the Venerable Keith James, Archdeacon of Norwich (deliberately not our own Archdeacon, but someone who could help us from an informed background).
We looked at a number of topics concerning the formation of the parish profile to attract a new incumbent. Many were there who had done this before, on quite a number of occasions. It was a bit of a novelty for me, having never taken part in such a thing, but having been the cause of one or two happening!
What I found reassuring was the vision of the people who were there, identifying what was felt necessary in order to inform a likely candidate of what the Benefice could offer coupled with what it was seeking.
There was no expression of ‘we want to have it like it was forty (etc.) years ago’. We are presented now with the future, and it is no good looking backwards; the future has to be faced, not backed into.
The great number of points which were offered were recorded and will become available for anyone to inspect.
I felt that there was an atmosphere of anticipation and even excitement at being able to have a say in the growth of the Benefice both in number and spiritual development.
Of course, as the Archdeacon said, when offering a summing up of the morning, when looking at the specification for a new priest, the role of Archangel Gabriel is already taken….!
We have much to think about.
As we approach Christmas, following on from the thoughts of outreach and evangelism, there come many opportunities to become engaged with our communities. It is always through Remembrance and Advent towards Christmas that a Church fills with less frequent worshippers; what an opportunity that is for each one of us to share the love of Christ.
Much of that is done already in parochial activities like coffee mornings and various social or pastoral things.
As the Christian year draws to a close at the end of November, we have time to pause and reflect: how are we going to address the new year with no resident parish priest?
In just the same way as we would with one, I would say. We are all charged with taking the light of Christ out into the world… now perhaps is the time to pause, draw breath and step out to do that once more sufficiently well to attract a queue of brand-new occupants at the Rectory!
Barry
A sub-committee comprising Rosabelle Batt, Genny Bestelink, Julie Burnett, Sarah Lambirth and Pam Thompson has been appointed to prepare the Parish Profile. As they undertake this important work of prayerful discernment for the future of our Benefice, please hold them in your prayers, asking for God’s wisdom and guidance in all that they do.
2
PRAYER CORNER
“Cast all your anxieties on him, for he cares for you”.
1 Peter 5:7
Please pray--
For all the countries that are going through conflict and political instability; we ask for peace, and that their citizens be free from fear and know stability once more.
For people throughout the world who struggle to get enough food. May God inspire us all to reach out with small acts of love, making a big difference, so that no one goes hungry.
For the Church throughout the world: that it may be a sign of God’s love for all people and a beacon of hope for all who are in need.
For our Benefice and Parishioners, especially those who are suffering with their health; and for everyone who is sick or afraid, bereaved or isolated; and we pray for all who support them. May God grant each of them peace and comfort, courage and perseverance.
For our Ministry Team, Churchwardens and members of the Parochial Church Councils as they work through the Vacancy.
For heavenly wisdom for those who are to choose a new Priest for this Benefice, that the one whom we receive may be a wise and gentle shepherd of your people: ready to serve us with joy, to build us up in faith, and to lead us by example in loving obedience to your Son.
2
SERVICES DURING THE VACANCY
A reminder that during the Vacancy there is a new pattern for Services taking place in the Benefice. Do please check carefully for details of where they are being held.
In summary, on the first, second and third Sundays of each month there will always be two churches holding a Eucharist Service, either at 9.15am or 11.00am.
On the fourth Sunday of the month there will be a Benefice Eucharist Service, held at the usual time of 10.30am, and which will rotate between Aylmerton, Beeston Regis and West Runton. This Service will usually have a guest President/Preacher.
If there is a fifth Sunday of the month then this will also be a Benefice Eucharist Service, held at the usual time of 10.30am. This service will rotate between West Runton, Aylmerton, Beeston Regis and Gresham and will usually be led by one of our own Ministry Team.
If there is not a Service taking place in your usual place of worship, then why not pop along and visit one of the other churches.
THE ALL SOULS SERVICE FOR THE BENEFICE WILL BE HELD AT HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, WEST RUNTON ON
SUNDAY 1ST NOVEMBER AT 3.00PM
If you would like the name of any of your loved ones to be included in our commemoration, please write their names on one of the lists which will be found at the back of the five churches or email Pam Thompson with the names. Please feel free to join us at the service.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR AN ITEM TO BE INCLUDED IN THE DECEMBER/JANUARY EDITION OF QUINTET NEWS WILL BE SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 2026
Please contact Pam Thompson:
Telephone: 01263 510319 Email: [email protected]
All our churches are open daily.
Many thanks for your interest, we hope to see you soon.
HELLO FROM BARRY
Dear Friends,
On Saturday 5th September we went to a very interesting, relaxed and informative meeting; it was in the Church Hall at West Runton and involved each of the Benefice churches. Everybody was invited, and it was reassuring that representatives from each of our churches were there.
Attending the meeting also was the Venerable Keith James, Archdeacon of Norwich (deliberately not our own Archdeacon, but someone who could help us from an informed background).
We looked at a number of topics concerning the formation of the parish profile to attract a new incumbent. Many were there who had done this before, on quite a number of occasions. It was a bit of a novelty for me, having never taken part in such a thing, but having been the cause of one or two happening!
What I found reassuring was the vision of the people who were there, identifying what was felt necessary in order to inform a likely candidate of what the Benefice could offer coupled with what it was seeking.
There was no expression of ‘we want to have it like it was forty (etc.) years ago’. We are presented now with the future, and it is no good looking backwards; the future has to be faced, not backed into.
The great number of points which were offered were recorded and will become available for anyone to inspect.
I felt that there was an atmosphere of anticipation and even excitement at being able to have a say in the growth of the Benefice both in number and spiritual development.
Of course, as the Archdeacon said, when offering a summing up of the morning, when looking at the specification for a new priest, the role of Archangel Gabriel is already taken….!
We have much to think about.
As we approach Christmas, following on from the thoughts of outreach and evangelism, there come many opportunities to become engaged with our communities. It is always through Remembrance and Advent towards Christmas that a Church fills with less frequent worshippers; what an opportunity that is for each one of us to share the love of Christ.
Much of that is done already in parochial activities like coffee mornings and various social or pastoral things.
As the Christian year draws to a close at the end of November, we have time to pause and reflect: how are we going to address the new year with no resident parish priest?
In just the same way as we would with one, I would say. We are all charged with taking the light of Christ out into the world… now perhaps is the time to pause, draw breath and step out to do that once more sufficiently well to attract a queue of brand-new occupants at the Rectory!
Barry
A sub-committee comprising Rosabelle Batt, Genny Bestelink, Julie Burnett, Sarah Lambirth and Pam Thompson has been appointed to prepare the Parish Profile. As they undertake this important work of prayerful discernment for the future of our Benefice, please hold them in your prayers, asking for God’s wisdom and guidance in all that they do.
2
PRAYER CORNER
“Cast all your anxieties on him, for he cares for you”.
1 Peter 5:7
Please pray--
For all the countries that are going through conflict and political instability; we ask for peace, and that their citizens be free from fear and know stability once more.
For people throughout the world who struggle to get enough food. May God inspire us all to reach out with small acts of love, making a big difference, so that no one goes hungry.
For the Church throughout the world: that it may be a sign of God’s love for all people and a beacon of hope for all who are in need.
For our Benefice and Parishioners, especially those who are suffering with their health; and for everyone who is sick or afraid, bereaved or isolated; and we pray for all who support them. May God grant each of them peace and comfort, courage and perseverance.
For our Ministry Team, Churchwardens and members of the Parochial Church Councils as they work through the Vacancy.
For heavenly wisdom for those who are to choose a new Priest for this Benefice, that the one whom we receive may be a wise and gentle shepherd of your people: ready to serve us with joy, to build us up in faith, and to lead us by example in loving obedience to your Son.
2
SERVICES DURING THE VACANCY
A reminder that during the Vacancy there is a new pattern for Services taking place in the Benefice. Do please check carefully for details of where they are being held.
In summary, on the first, second and third Sundays of each month there will always be two churches holding a Eucharist Service, either at 9.15am or 11.00am.
On the fourth Sunday of the month there will be a Benefice Eucharist Service, held at the usual time of 10.30am, and which will rotate between Aylmerton, Beeston Regis and West Runton. This Service will usually have a guest President/Preacher.
If there is a fifth Sunday of the month then this will also be a Benefice Eucharist Service, held at the usual time of 10.30am. This service will rotate between West Runton, Aylmerton, Beeston Regis and Gresham and will usually be led by one of our own Ministry Team.
If there is not a Service taking place in your usual place of worship, then why not pop along and visit one of the other churches.
THE ALL SOULS SERVICE FOR THE BENEFICE WILL BE HELD AT HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, WEST RUNTON ON
SUNDAY 1ST NOVEMBER AT 3.00PM
If you would like the name of any of your loved ones to be included in our commemoration, please write their names on one of the lists which will be found at the back of the five churches or email Pam Thompson with the names. Please feel free to join us at the service.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DEADLINE FOR AN ITEM TO BE INCLUDED IN THE DECEMBER/JANUARY EDITION OF QUINTET NEWS WILL BE SUNDAY 15TH NOVEMBER 2026
Please contact Pam Thompson:
Telephone: 01263 510319 Email: [email protected]
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SAFEGUARDING, HELP AND ADVICE
Safeguarding means protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of children and adults at risk of, or experiencing, emotional, psychological, physical or spiritual harm and/or neglect.
Safeguarding means enabling those who are affected to live safely, free from any kind of abuse or neglect. It is about people and organizations working together to prevent and reduce both the risks and actual experience of abuse in all of its forms.
We take safeguarding very seriously, at all of the Benefice Churches and care about all those we seek to serve within our churches and our communities.
We conform to the policy of Norwich Diocese which can be found at https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/about/safeguarding
If you believe that either yourself or someone you know may be at risk of harm or neglect, please contact the Benefice Safeguarding Officer Rev. Paul Yeomans 07437203535 to discuss your concerns and what the next steps might be.
Alternatively, you may contact the Norwich Diocese Safeguarding Team by email at [email protected] or by telephone on: 01603 882345.
If you yourself or someone you know is in immediate danger of being harmed then please call 999 to be advised by the emergency services.
SAFEGUARDING NEWS
The Diocese of Norwich will receive its INEQE safeguarding audit visit in January 2027. Audits are designed to ensure that Church of England dioceses and cathedrals are doing all they can to create environments where everyone feels safe, valued and respected. The Archbishop’s Council appointed the INEQE Safeguarding Group to undertake the current round of independent external audits in August 2023.
Benefices may expect individual assessments during that period, and it is important that we are up to date on what is expected. The Project Team now issue monthly newsletters to keep parishioners informed of progress. A link to these newsletters can be found at
the address below
https://www.dioceseofnorwich.org/safeguarding/ineqe-safeguarding-audit/
