Pewsheet for 5th December 2010

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Part of the Risborough Team Ministry
www.stdunstanschurch.com

Vicar – The Revd James Tomkins
01844 275944 (day off Tuesday)
jamestomkins@btinternet.com
The Rectory, Mill Lane, Monks Risborough, HP27 9JE

Sunday 5th December 2010
Second Sunday of Advent

May God give us grace to worship and to live in harmony with one another today. For we proclaim Christ Jesus as saviour, and prepare to receive him afresh.
Welcome to St Dunstan’s Church

If you are new to Monks Risborough or just visiting please introduce yourself to the Welcomers at the door who will be happy to tell you more about the church and its events.
Coffee and tea are served in the Church immediately after the 10.00am service - all are welcome.

Today

8.00 am Holy Communion

Readings: Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 3:1-12


10.00 am Christingle – All Age Family Service

Hymns
201 Give me joy in my heart
Sheet Christ be our light
736 When I needed a neighbour
Sheet This little light of mine
419 Shine, Jesus, Shine

Readings
First Reading: Genesis 1-2.3
The story of how the world came into being

6.00 pm Choral Evensong

Hymns: 265, Psalm 11, 656, 537
Readings: 1 Kings 18:17-39, John 1:19-28

Prayer for the week
Almighty God,
purify our hearts and minds,
that when your Son Jesus Christ comes again as judge and saviour
we may be ready to receive him,
who is our Lord and our God.
Your prayers are asked this week for:
 Children who are lonely or abused, and the work of the Children’s Society
 all those who are poor, homeless or vulnerable in the current winter weather
 for those who have to travel and for those who are working to keep transport routes and other services open in the adverse weather conditions
 peace in the troubled areas of our world, especially in Afghanistan and Iraq
 all who raise funds for the hospice movement, and for our local hospices.
 those living away from home, and for weekly commuters.
 Those living in The Butts (Princes Risborough), Perry Lane and Bledlow Ridge Road (Bledlow).
 Those in need who are known in our parish:
 Joan Ballance, Trevor Calvert, Joan Pitcher, Enid Menzies, Molly Whyte, Marjorie Browne, Jean Taylor, Shelagh Bartlett, Frank Jackson, Chris Broadmeadow, David Dewick
 and also further afield for:
◦ Gordon Haynes, Hilary Edridge, Christine, Deborah Ryley, Millie Adey, Emma and Olivia
 For the recently departed
◦ Grace Freed
 Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly Eva Plumbe, Ethel Foster, Francis Lambell, Alan Gibson and Joseph Cooper.
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Anglicans in World Mission (USPG), working in direct partnership with Anglican Churches in over 50 countries, helping to support vital church work, including healthcare, education, leadership training and action for social justice

Notices

‘Living in Hope’
The course uses a DVD and group discussion to explore the Christian understanding of hope through themes such as death, resurrection and creation. The next sessions will be held on Thursday January 13th at The Rectory, Mill Lane and Thursday January 20th at 8 Kings Oak Close starting at 8 pm and finishing at 9.30 pm. James

Hody's Charity
This was set up in 1706 by a former Rector of the parish in his will. Grants may be given for books, specialist materials, outfits, tools, fees etc for students in Further or Higher Education or Apprentices. Applicants must be residents of Monks Risborough and under 21 years old at the time of the first grant. To apply please complete a form from the porch notice board or contact Rosemary Woodward-Court Tel 344417

Ready, Steady...Slow
For every day of December until the 24th, this 'alternative' Advent Calendar includes a reading, a prayer, a reflection, and a challenge to take a small step towards living more simply, £4.80. In similar vein we also have some copies of 'Do Nothing Christmas is coming' for £5.00 both at the back of the church.

Princes Risborough Lighthouse Site Management
Help is required to share in the management of all site activities for Princes Risborough Lighthouse commencing July 2011. The duties include setting up and breaking down of the site including the marquees, power, staging and furniture etc. The activities which involve some driving and lifting of furniture require two weeks to complete and require a shared working day from 7:30 am to 6:30 pm. A working knowledge of site safety and security would be desirable. If you are interested, please contact David Slade on 01494 488262.

Job vacancy – Pewsheet Editor
Are you comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel and email? If so, and if you will have one or two hours a week to spare from January, please talk to James.

In The Door this month:
Bishop John reflects on a year of Living Faith. Ultra modern solar panels have been installed in one of the UK's finest Anglo Saxon churches. Accessible to All - The Door looks at how the Diocese can support churches in helping them become accessible and on meeting the needs of the disabled.

Future Pewsheet editions
There will be double issues of the pewsheet covering December 19th and 26th, and also January 2nd and 9th. Space for notices will be limited, so please remember to submit notices in good time.

Advent Calendar
The Archbishop of York, Dr. John Sentamu is posting 24 messages online in preparation for the birthday of Jesus, our Lord and Saviour. His online calendar will reveal a new message every day and this will include prayer, reflection, music, food, presents and the joy of Christmas. To have a look at the calendar please log on to http://www.archbishopofyork.org.uk/3044

Yuletide Concert- December 15th 7.30pm
An evening to enjoy listening to music by the Chinnor Sliver Band and singing Christmas carols. Tickets priced £7.00 available from Rosemary, 344417, or David Shuttle in the High Street

Silent Prayer Meeting – Monday December 6th at 8 pm
This will take place in the church hall and will last for about 45 minutes. Those who gather meet to share in a time of silence becoming more aware of the presence of God. James ‘Be still, and know that I am God’ Psalm 46.10

Carol Singing around the village
Everyone is welcome to come along and sing carols meeting in the Church on December 20th at 6.30 pm. Please bring a torch with you, wrap up warm and enjoy refreshments afterwards in the Church hall. James

The next couple of weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (except Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursdays at St. Dunstan’s at 8.45 am

Today 2nd Sunday of Advent
8.00 am Holy Communion
10.00 am Christingle – All Age Family Service
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Mon Dec 6th 8.00 pm Silent Prayer meeting
(see notices)
Thurs Dec 9th 9.30 am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun Dec 12th 3rd Sunday of Advent
10.00 am Parish Eucharist
11.30 am Holy Communion (Owlswick)
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Mon Dec 13th 6.00 pm Monks Risborough School
village carol singing
(years 4, 5, 6 & parents)
Wed Dec 15th 7.30 pm Yuletide concert
(see notices)
Thurs Dec 16th 9.30 am Holy Communion
10.30 am Monks Risborough School Christmas service
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Fri Dec 17th 9.30 am Monks Risborough School Christmas service
Sun Dec 19th 4th Sunday of Advent
10.00 am Parish Eucharist
3.00 pm Carol Service (Owlswick)
6.00 pm Nine lessons and Carols