http://www.newportminster.org/ Newport Minster Website en-us Copyright 2010 Cannon Stephen Palmer Thanks to joint working between the Band of the Adjutant General's Corps and the Isle of Wight Youth Concert Band a packed audience was entertained to a wide range of music, from James Bond to Saint Saens. Over 320 people attended this joint concert with over 55 performers giving a splendid performance. The youngest member of the Isle of Wight Youth Concert Band is only 9 years old. Nearly £800 was collected a the end of the Concert, with half going to Help For Heroes and the other half to the Newport Minster Renewal Campaign. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=31 Cannon Stephen Palmer Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT LEARN A NEW HOBBY Anyone living in Newport will be familiar with the sound of the bells ringing out on Sundays and other festive occasions. The Minster Church of Sts Thomas has 12 bells, with the heaviest weighing 128 stones. It is amazing that with technique and not strength, such heavy bells can be rung with ease. The Carisbrooke and Newport Bellringers ring the bells at both St Mary's and the Minster Church of Sts Thomas, Newport, and are always looking for new recruits to join their friendly team. Bellringing is an enjoyable, social hobby and does not cost anything. How many hobbies are totally free? You can even be paid for ringing at weddings. For all those who enjoy hearing the bells or who want to find out more about joining the bellringers, there is a chance to visit the bell tower at Newport and watch a demonstration of ringing technique during a special open day in February. Visitors can even have a go at pulling a rope or two. For more information about ringing at Newport contact Trish on 525268 or e-mail newport_bellringers@yahoo.co.uk http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=24 Cannon Stephen Palmer Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT The response to the "Shoot the Minster" photo competition, in collaboration with the Isle of Wight Photographer of the Year, has been overwhelming,with over 200 photographs submitted. Some of these can now been seen on display in the Minster, until August. The Minster is normally open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings 10am to 12.30pm. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=13 Cannon Stephen Palmer Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT Calling all musicians - join in a musical fundraising event for Newport Minster - we want any musicians who are interested in performing either an instrumental or vocal piece. All agesand abiliites welcome whether it's a piano or a kazoo! The event is due tot ake place in Mach so plentyof practice time. Contact Tina Byers on 07805 272 478 for more information. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=23 Cannon Stephen Palmer Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Over £1700 was raised at "Music at the Minster" which proved to be a great success when over 40 performers generously donated their time and entertained a packed audience in aid of the Renewal Campaign. MC Chris Browning kept the Concert moving along smoothly and Tina Byers and her volunteers worked tirelessly to make this a memorable evening. Music ranged from bagpipes to recorder, from didgeridoo to guitar and everything inbetween. Lovely food was provided by Pan Together and Newport Parish Council kindly donated towards the refreshments. Stage Gear provided light and sound. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=30 Cannon Stephen Palmer Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Advance notice: Come and hear, and if you feel in the mood, dance to the Unity Stompers at this summer concert. Bring your own picnic/drinks PIMMS AVAILABLE Tables and chairs available inside and outside (weatehr permitting) Tickets £9.50 available from Dabells Parish Centre (559257) Minster bookstall (mornings except Monday) http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_events.php?view=54 Cannon Stephen Palmer Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Gospel Concert Featuring workshop choir, classical choir, choral group, reggae group, solo artist Tickets £5 concessions OAPs and students £2, children free For more information or to obtian tickets please email: Info@sinsspiration.co.uk http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_events.php?view=62 Cannon Stephen Palmer Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Bach Choir returns to the Isle of Wight, look out for further details next year. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_events.php?view=34 Cannon Stephen Palmer Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Orlando Jopling, acclaimed cello player, comes to Newport Minster as part of his cello pilgrmage on 11th July. Orlando has played at churches all over the country, helping with their restoration appeals. We are delighted that he has offered to come and play for us and hope you can come along and hear his magical music. Tickets are £7.50 each and there s an early bird discount. Tickets from the Parish Centre (Campaign Office) and the Minster bookstall (open every morning except Monday 10 - 1230.) http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=32 Cannon Stephen Palmer Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT A stewardship programme entitled Giving In Grace will be launched on Easter Day in the Minster Church in response to the challenging financial situation that the church faces. The primary aim of the campaign is to raise the level of regular parochial giving in order to deal with the increasing budget deficit and greatly increased running costs. For details of the Giving in Grace programme visit the website: http://www.givingingrace.org/summary.html http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=11 Cannon Stephen Palmer Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT Phase III of the building works is almost complete, this has taken longer than expected partly due to the poor workmanship of the orignal builders. The PCC team of volunteer cleaners have worked exremely hard keeping the Minster as clear of debris as possible. Phase IV will be the north side of the building and it is hoped that work will start around Easter 2010. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=17 Cannon Stephen Palmer Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT PARISH PROFILE This has information about the two Churches within the Parish. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=22 Cannon Stephen Palmer Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Sts Thomas Church Newport was created a Minster Church in 2008. This new and exciting chapter in the history of the civic church of the Isle of Wight was formally recognised at the Inauguration by the Bishop of Portsmouth (The Rt. Rev. Dr Kenneth Stevenson) on 24 September 2008 and in the presence of the Earl of Wessex, HRH The Prince Edward, who is the Patron of the Renewal Campaign. A large congregation drawn from every parish on the Isle of Wight attended the service. http://www.newportminster.org/http://www.newportminster.org/newport_minster_news.php?view=8 Cannon Stephen Palmer Wed, 24 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT