I minister here in a very traditional atmosphere...They do not allow women to preach or lead but I have been invited in.....and given an open door

I well maybe I should take up cross stitch again...lolol...but no I know this time God has sent me to break down those walls of tradition , gentle as a dove...for the sake of the youth and those who yearn for the Spirit and for more than they have and my voice, via the Holy Spirit, will be used to do this ....

This is also a faith mission...I receive no payment or expenses, we must fund flights, petrol , publicity and accomodation in part so do cover us in prayer that our resourses be met.

I travel with Howard Measham from Seer Ministries UK and Ionel Dragan who heads up the Romanian team....

I am praying that it will be a value time of experience and joy both on the tour and amidst the presence of God. The Romanians involved are really running with this, so it is exciting.

Feel free to share the tour with your church , the more prayer the better.. blessings and much to love to you Chris

ps folk in church who may wish to support the mission can do so by visiting http://chrismercer.net , the Whispers page...for more details.

October 29th will see Chris fly out to Romania as she holds an evangelistic concert tour over the North of Romania ,the south now scheduled for next year. The tour has been provided with 3000 Word for Today booklets from Seer Ministries , www.seerministries.org who translate it into the Romanian language. The Romanian team for the Tour are already in preparation with posters and venues, headed up by Ionel Dragan .

Please keep in prayer Chris Mercer , http://chrismercer.net ( The Whispers Foundation) and Howard Measham from Seer Ministries and Ionel Dragan from New Life Foundation Romania who will be travelling through Romania for the tour.

Chris is also connected with the shoebox charity , 21st Century Child,www.21stcenturychild.org and will be visiting the folks involved.

This is a great opportunity to spread the Gospel to the very grass roots of Romania..Please pray and if you would like to support the mission please do visit http://chrismercer.net ,the Whispers page to find out more and how you can.

Chris Mercer In Romania ...Evangelistic Whispers Concert Tour 2006
29th fly to Romania
30 Oct 2006 Lugoj Romania
31 Oct 2006 Timisoara Romania
1 Nov 2006 Arad Romania
2 Nov 2006 Oradea Romania
3 Nov 2006 Domnin (Jibou Area) Romania
4 Nov 2006 Zalau Romania
5 Nov 2006 BISERICA CRESTINA BAPTISTA "EMANUEL"
5 Nov 2006 BISERICA CRESTINA BAPTISTA... Jibou
6 Nov 2006 Romania
7 Nov 2006 Sighioara tba
chrismercer.net Album now downloadable on itunes.

Wirral Biodiversity Forum

I am pleased to be able to invite you to the fifth Wirral Biodiversity Partnership Forum taking place from 11am - 1pm on Saturday 4th November at Birkenhead Park Pavilion.

The theme of the morning is URBAN BIODIVERSITY. The speaker is Mathew Frith from the Peabody Trust. Mathew is an expert in urban wildlife and sustainable housing. He is a lively and entertaining speaker. His talk is entitled 'Greening the Cities' and contains many illustrated examples of good practice from this country and further a field. A sandwich lunch and an informal tour of the Birkenhead Park restoration will follow the talk. Displays can be erected on the day from 10am or by arrangement from Friday afternoon.

The forum is free of charge, but places are limited so I would be grateful if you would phone, e-mail or return the tear-off slip at the bottom of the page to my colleague Christine Smyth by no later than 27th October. Christine can be contacted on 0151 666 4730 or by email at christinejsmyth@wirral.gov.uk.

WHAT NOW FOR NEW BRIGHTON?

One consequence of the Secretary of State's refusal to grant planning consent for the New Brighton Waterfront scheme is the loss of nearly £13m of public sector funding to support public realm and the Theatre elements of the development.

Since the decision, Neptune and Wirral Council have been working with officials responsible for administering the funding programmes to find a way of saving some of the investment for New Brighton.

After lengthy negotiations, the Mersey Waterfront Initiative and the Northwest Development Agency have agreed to consider supporting a redevelopment and extension of the Theatre, and Government office North West have agreed to consider providing match funding for the scheme. Their consideration is conditional on there being certainty over the planning situation for the Theatre by the end of October, Wirral and Neptune contributing funds to support the scheme and Neptune submitting proposals foe a second phase of works for the development of the New Brighton Waterfront in due course.

Neptune has therefore submitted a planning application for the redevelopment and extension of the Theatre together with the development of a leisure and apartment scheme on the adjoining site, the latter being required to provide financial support for the Theatre element.

The detailed design has been extracted from the earlier application and was supported by the Secretary of State and the Planning Inspector. If planning consent and funding are secured, it is intended that works will commence in April next year with a view to the theatre reopening for Christmas 2008.

THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S REPORT ON THE NEPTUNE DEVELOPMENT

The decision letter from the Secretary of State regarding Neptune's New Brighton scheme provides clear guidance on the steps needing to be taken to improve the proposal and provides a clear invitation to revisit the detailed design and submit a revised scheme.

Perhaps the most important statement she makes is that she fully supports the objective of development and regeneration of New Brighton.

She makes a number of statements about what she considers to be acceptable within the context of the overall scheme.

She highlighted that the scheme learnt lessons from earlier big schemes which faltered because they were not economically viable and could not be delivered. The Secretary of State agreed that retail and residential elements would be needed to support the quantum of new leisure facilities and improvements to the public realm proposed.

She shared the view that leisure facilities at New Brighton needed to be enhanced and extended if the resort is to be more attractive in the future to visitors, and retain a higher proportion of expenditure available locally.

She gave considerable weight to the regenerative benefits of the scheme in terms of the improved public realm and leisure facilities but she wished to be assured that these benefits will be secured. Therefore she considered that, to be acceptable, the Development Agreement would need to demonstrate more clearly that all elements of the scheme would be implemented.

On housing matters, she concluded that the residential element of the development is required to ensure the viability of the overall scheme.

On the supermarket, she concluded that, in the particular circumstances of the case, those elements in favour of the proposal outweigh her concerns about a lack of quantitative need for the food elements.

On transport she agreed the scheme is in accord with planning policy and the amount of car parking proposed was acceptable.

On flooding she considered that the safety aspect of the proposal has been adequately demonstrated.

On the historic environment issues the Secretary of State concluded it may be necessary to build on the site of the existing Marine Lake. She accepted that this could result in an impact on the views of the lighthouse and the fort together, but considers that with good design and a reduced massing of particularly the retail and residential elements, the impact could be limited.

It is regarding detailed design matters that she has turned the scheme down. She accepted there are some positive design aspects of the scheme, particularly the theatre and the adjoining apartment block on Town Square, and the new Marine Lake and other public realm improvements. However, her main concern related to the excessive massing of the foodstore and waterfront residential block proposed for part of the Marine Lake site.

She goes on to say that a redesign of the proposal that would result in a reduced massing and a more appropriate scale could create a more open aspect preserving some of the existing character. A more permeable, better integrated layout of this element, which opens up the waterfront to the promenade is, in her opinion, achievable.

In summary the Secretary of State is saying that if the following actions are carried out a scheme should be acceptable.

Neptune remains Wirral Council's development partner for New Brighton and is currently reviewing options with the Council for revising its proposals to address the Secretary of State's concerns.
NEPTUNE DEVELOPMENTS

NEW BRIGHTON COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP AND THE DEVELOPMENT

The Partnership's role as regards the Neptune Development is to inform and consult the community and to take forward the majority view expressed.

In 2002 when the plans were first made public the Partnership informed and consulted the community through our Questionnaire and then made public the majority view of those who responded.

In 2004 when the plans were dramatically changed the Partnership again informed and consulted through a Questionnaire and again made public the majority view of those who responded.

The results of both these Questionnaires were made known to the Planning Committee and then the Planning Inspectorate.

At the present time the Partnership is waiting for Neptune Developments and Wirral Borough Council to decide what will happen next .

When this is clear we will again fulfil our role of informing and consulting the community.

Until then there is no value in the Partnership joining in speculation and comment.

or by letter to THE WALRUS which can be left for us at New Brighton Community Centre, c/o The Vicar at St James Church or at Vale House Café.

The Story of Wallasey is brought to Life in A Multi-Media Community Production.

ISLAND OF STRANGERS

Wallasey Civic Society crest

Wallasey Civic Society

Registered with the Civic Trust. Charity Commission No. 508692.

PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

Open To Non-Members

The theme is "Wallasey". Subject matter could include Street Scenes, buildings, old and new; Sun-rise; Sun-set; Weather scenes; Quiet corners; Eye-sores; Creative digital images,
Size: Any size between 15cm x 10cm (6" x 4") and 25cm x 20cm (10" x 8") overall and excluding any mount.
Print: Colour; Black-and White or monochrome.
Location: The photo must depict a part of Wallasey; this includes Leasowe, Moreton and Saughall Massie.
More than one photo may be entered
There is a separate section for competitors 15 and under. They should choose from above subjects.
THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE. IT IS OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS.
Prizes: 1st prize = £30.00p; 2nd prize = £15.00p; 3rd prize = £10.00
15 and under 1st prize = £15.00p; 2nd prize = £10.00p; 3rd prize = £5.00p
Wallasey Civic-Society will not be responsible for any loss or damage to your photographs although, of course reasonable care will be taken by all concern.
Please take care to protect your photograph before posting. A stamped addressed envelope of appropriate size must be included if you wish-your photograph returned.
PLEASE PUT YOUR NAME, ADDRESS, AGE (if 15 or under) AND TELEPHONE NUMBER ON THE BACK OF THE PHOTOGRAPH. ALSO THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PICTURE
Post to 64 Warren Drive, Wallasey, CH 45 OJT.
Pictures too large for the Post may be handed into. 5 Mere Lane, Wallasey at a date(s) to be arranged. Please phone 639 9707 for more details later in the summer.
Photographs will be returned or you can arrange to pick them up after October 2006
REVISE NEW DATE- 30th SEPTEMBER 2006.
For Additional Forms Ask At The Desk

APPLICATION FORM WALLASEY CIVIC SOCIETY PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

NAME...........................................................................
ADDRESS........................................................................
Postcode........................Telephone......................................
Date of Birth (if 15 or under ONLY)............................................
Title of Photograph............................................................
Do you require your photograph returned?   Yes.................No..............
If Yes, Please Remember to include A STAMPED ADDRESSED ENVELOPE OF APPROPRIATE SIZE
Send to: Wallasey Civic Society, 64 Warren Drive, Wallasey, CH45 0JT

Why not host an Ann Summers Party with all your regulars, reward them for their business and improve not only your salon taking's but also receive a 10% discount on your party order plus other special gift/s.

Ann Summer's new catalogue is now out with some fabulous underwear as well as all the other tools for a great ladies night out and in.

Book a party now and you will also receive a special gift just for hosting the party along with some little prizes for the girls party games guaranteed great night.

Can you help us with our Christmas lights?

We need volunteers to help us with our Christmas lights in New Brighton again this year. We would be grateful to hear from electricians, but any help would be appreciated - even if you could hold a ladder! Last year's lights were very popular and we hope to add to our success again this year. We particularly need help in the Victoria Road area.

We are also looking for choirs, local theatre groups, school bands etc. to help us celebrate

PRIDE IN OUR PROMENADES

This is an initiative of the Mersey Waterfront Regional Park. They will be developing a project on the pedestrianised Promenade from Seacombe to New Brighton in the spring of 2007.

To raise the profile and get everyone thinking about the Promenade, New Brighton Community Partnership have arranged for a short presentation about the history of that part of the prom. This will take place on Thursday 28^th September at 7 pm at Vale House Café and will last for about three quarters of an hour.

On Saturday 30^th of September you are invited to join us as we walk from Seacombe Ferry to New Brighton.

We meet at 11 am in the Car Park at Vale Park. A bus will take us to Seacombe Ferry and tea and toast will be provided when we get back to Vale Park. Let's hope the weather is fine!!

A booklet of the history of the Prom will be available for £1 at both these events.

If you are going to join us would you please ring 639 5798 before Friday 22^nd September and leave a message saying that you will be coming so that we can be sure there are enough seats. We hope to see you there.

A Walk Through Pictures of the Past with a commentary by Barry P Humphreys

NEW BRIGHTON STATION

Merseytravel are trying to set up a Station Adoption scheme. The aim is to get local people involved in helping (alongside merseyrail staff) maintaining and extending the attractiveness of the station.

Volunteers could help with keeping the sttion tidy, planting and maintaining plant containers, designing posters, and in various other ways - making the station more attractive and cared for.

St JAMES with EMMANUEL (Parish of New Brighton)

The Haven has been a valued part of the New Brighton community. A recent refit has given the place a new lease of life, with fresh ideas being tried to better serve the wider community. Early September will see the opening of a Youth Cafe which will provide a safe Haven for the young people in our community. Why not pop in and sample our cappuccino or hot chocolate special with cream and marshmallows. Open Monday-Sat 10-1 and Thursdays from 4pm for the young people. The Haven 142 Seabank Road.

Neighbourhood Watch News

Its a shame really that this had to be the catalyst for the NW group, because it clearly shows poor parenting. Presumably no one would want their child to behave in a manner which demonstrates complete disregard for others, and nor presumably would those parents want their child to be in danger from hanging around on the street - mixing with who knows and putting themselves at risk from passing traffic and the unknown dangers of entering unfamiliar property. Its part of a parents responsibility to ensure their child is behaving appropriately, is suitably supervised and safe from danger. Its plain that if you don`t know where your child is then you`re not doing your job as a parent properly, because you don`t know what`s happening to them.

As it turned out, the neighbours comparing of experience made it clear quite quickly that in fact there were two or three youngsters who were always at the centre of everything that was going on. Not "ringleaders" but "just there". Following some disappointing contact with parents ("not my problem"), liaison with local agencies - the Community Safety Team ,Victim Support, Anti Social Behaviour Team and contact with the Community Support Officers, local councillors and so on, led to a resolve to consistently report to the police the sorts of behaviour that were causing damage and repeated real annoyance and disturbance. At the same time investigation was undertaken by the group as to what facilities are available locally for youngsters - these being passed on with some (limited) success to the children themselves.

And there lies the key to Neighbourhood Watch. Its not just about keeping an eye on a neighbours house when they`ve nipped out to the shops or gone on holiday. But neither is it about blaming someone else for the things that are going wrong. Its about using it to start to make changes so that everyone can feel a bit safer and that everyone can begin to feel like they`re part of a community. Its about trying to help to protect the more vulnerable members of our locality so that they don`t have to feel threatened and too scared to do or say anything. Its about coming together to make the sort of community we want to have rather than having a community that we don`t want forced on us by a minority. Its about tolerance and respect for everyone.

Personally I`d recommend NW groups to all local areas as a good way of finding out what the common problems are, who it is that`s causing them, and as a way of seeing potential problems ahead and dealing with them before they`re allowed to develop. We intend to expand our membership and I`d be interested to hear from anyone in the area bordered by Withens Lane/Strathcona Road/Penkett Road/ Zig Zag Road area who is interested in starting a NW, is already running one or wants to join the one we have already. Contact me either through The Warus or by email on baninel@aol.com.

The Rotary Club of Wallasey have been pleased to sponsor two concerts at Vale Park this year.

The first was on July 8th with the Wallasey schools Wind Band conducted by Gabrielle Horne.

President Graham Loach said "We are pleased to bring the talent of these young musicians to as wide an audience as possible so that people can see what a splendid job is done in our schools in the field of music."

It is hoped that next year Rotary may be able to support further concerts in the park.

EARLSTON LIBRARY BOOK SALE

Starting October 14th. There will be withdrawn books (fiction and Non-fiction),CDS and Audio books. available

VALE PARK CALENDAR

The 2007 Vale Park Calendar will be ready by the end of September and can be purchased for £1.99 at Gill's Family Store, Rake Lane, Seabank Road Post Office and Kim's and Shiva on Seabank Road. An envelope can be provided if you require one. Postage in the U.K. is 65p First Class and 55p Second Class.

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THE NORTH WIRRAL CATHOLIC COMMUNITY

From the beginning of September this year the parishes of Our Lady of Lourdes, Leasowe, English Martyrs, Wallasey Village and Ss Peter and Paul's, New Brighton have become one community served by one priest, Fr John Feeney.

Vale House Community Center

Wife Swap
Calling all Families!!!

We're looking for families to take part in the challenge of a life-time. Wife Swap, the popular and award-winning series is back and we're looking for new families.

We'd love to find a family that are fun and lively. Do your kids sing, dance and take part in loads of activities??
Is your child going to be a star?!

Are you interested in finding out more?
Or could you nominate a family you think might be interested?

Please call Nicky on 020 7013 4302
Or email: nicola.hurst@rdfmedia.com.
We look forward to hearing from you.

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Paper Collection Calendar 2006

Your collection dates for 2006 are:

September	13^th / 27^th
October	11^th / 25^th
November	8^th / 22^nd
December	6^th / 20^th

Chris mercer Evangelistic Concert Tour in Romania 2006