Pew Sheet 1st and 8th January 2012

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.



On January 8th the Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.

  All are welcome.

 

Sunday 1st January 2012

2nd Sunday of Christmas

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist
and Baptism of Andrew Huxford and Caroline Taylor

 

The words of the angels still echo in our ears: “Good news of great joy for all the people!” Come and rejoice with us, rejoice with Mary, rejoice with the angels, rejoice with the shepherds! Christ is born, and the whole world is born anew with him.

Hymns

Introit: 525
Gradual: 93 
Offertory: 588
Communion: 47, 182, 776
Recessional: 503

First Reading               Isaiah 61:10 – 62:3

Words of encouragement for a people whose failure sits heavy on their souls: they will be restored to joy and confidence, and be “a crown of beauty in the hand of the Lord”.

Gospel Reading            Luke 2: 15-21

Having received further confirmation from the shepherds as to God’s special purposes at work in their son, Mary and Joseph name him Jesus, the name given to them by the angel. 


6.00pm  Choral Evensong

Readings  Isaiah 35, Colossians 1:9-20

Hymns: 536, Psalm 132: 1-7, 409, 69

Prayer for the week


God our Father, in love you sent your Son that the world may have life: lead us to seek him among the outcast and to find him in those in need, for Jesus Christ’s sake.

Sunday 8th January 2012
Epiphany

As we join the wise men from the East at the cradle of Jesus, prepare to bring your own gifts to the infant king.  If you come with a rich abundance of joy, then so be it. If you come with a great burden of unhappiness, so be it.  Come just you are, in riches or poverty, and worship the king of unconditional love.  

10.00am Parish Eucharist   (Lane Setting)

Hymns

Introit: 724
Psalm: 29  
Offertory: 40
Communion: 326, 77, 938

Recessional: 85
First Reading                Isaiah 60: 1-6

One day all nations will acknowledge the light of God.  Mention of frankincense and gold echo today’s story of the wise men. 

 Second Reading           Ephesians 3:1-12

Paul explains his mission: to bring the riches of his ancient faith to a people who had previously been excluded from its scope.

 Gospel Reading            Matthew 2: 1-12

It is business as usual for Mary and Joseph and their infant child when some strangers arrive from the East with gifts fit for a king.


11.30 am   Owlswick Holy Communion

Ephesians 3:1-12; Matthew 2: 1-12

6.00pm   Choral Evensong (Baptism of Christ)

Readings: Isaiah 42: 1-9, Ephesians 2:1-10

Hymns 516, Psalm 46:1-7, 84, 70


Prayer for the week

God of salvation, in the river Jordan you bathed your Son Jesus in glory and revealed him as your obedient servant.  In spirit and in power rend the heavens and come down to us.  Strengthen us to acknowledge your Christ, that we who are reborn in his likeness may walk with him the path of obedience.  Grant this through Jesus Christ, your Word made flesh, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, in the splendour of eternal light, God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• The political and military situations in North Korea, Syria, Afghanistan and other countries experiencing change or unrest
• The National Society, giving thanks for their long association with schools and their continued promotion of Christian Education
• The mission ministry and congregational life of St Mary’s Church (PR) and Holy Trinity Church (B)
• All nursery units within our schools for the firm foundations of good schooling
• Residents of Abbotts Way, Courtmoor Close (MR) Almond Way , Alscot Lane, Berryfield Road  and Berndene Rise (PR)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Sylvia Jackson
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  (1/1/) Elizabeth Spittles, Shelagh Bartlett, Doug Crabbe, (8/1) Rotraut Campbell, Sheila Gibson, Doris Hill, Norman Roper

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Tearfund, working in partnership with Christian agencies and churches worldwide to tackle the causes and effects of poverty.   

Notices

Thank you

Thank you to everyone who has helped to make the Christmas season such a special time. Many people have helped out with the additional services, bell ringing, singing in the choir, decorating both the inside and the outside of the church, providing refreshments and being involved in various other ways. Just fewer than 600 people attended the services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and 150 people attended the service of Nine Lessons and Carols the week before. Around £650 has been raised as a result of our special services and carol singing. May I wish you every blessing for the New Year. James

Christmas Decorations coming down, January 5th

The decorations /flower arrangements are coming down on Thursday 5th January 2012 at 10.15 a.m. as well as ladies a man or two would be helpful to get the tree down.

New choir director

I am delighted to announce that starting from January 11th we will be welcoming Diogo Cerdeira to the parish as choir director. We look forward to working with him as we build on the long standing musical tradition within the parish.

Fellowship Group Jan 12th  Coffee Morning

There will be no evening meeting but Janet is hosting a coffee morning from 10.30 – noon at 6 Dovecote Close.

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’

‘The Apprentice’ is a course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. The next session will be held on Thursday January 12th from 8.00 to 9.30 at The Rectory. All are welcome. James

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sun 1st Jan	8.00am  Holy Communion 10.00am  All Age Family Eucharist and Adult Baptisms 6.00pm Choral Evensong
Wed 4th Jan	No morning prayer
Thurs 5th Jan	9.30am  Healing and Holy Communion (Rev Jennifer Locke) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys restarts
Sun 8th Jan Epiphany	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Rev. David Wallace) 11.30am  Owlswick Holy Communion (Rev Donald Rydings) 6.00pm  Choral Evensong (Margaret Pitman)
Thurs 12th Jan	9.30am  Holy Communion 10.30am Fellowship Group Coffee Morning (see notices) 2.00pm  Monks Monkeys 8.00pm ‘The Apprentice’ house group at the Rectory (see notices)
Sun 15th Jan	10.00am  Parish Eucharist 6.00pm  Choral Evensong
Mon 16th Jan	8.00 pm PCC meeting (church hall)
Thurs 19th Jan	9.30am  Holy Communion 2.00pm  Monks Monkeys
Sun 22rd Jan	10.00am  Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...James Tomkins 3.00pm  Owlswick Choral Evensong

Pew Sheet 24th/25th December 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

   

Saturday 24th December 2011

Christmas Eve

11.30pm Midnight Eucharist       (Addington setting)

 

The journey of Christmas is the story of new life.  It is also the story of all creation, as the first words of Genesis are echoed in the Gospel of St John – “in the beginning” was the Word. 

Hymns

Introit: 521

Gradual: 148  

Offertory: 330

Communion: 634, 597, 326, 321

Recessional: 479

First Reading               Isaiah 52: 7-10

The proclamation of peace, good news and salvation is beautiful to behold and to hear.

Second Reading           Hebrews 1: 1-4

God spoke to our ancestors, through the prophets, but now he has spoken through his son, the heir of all things, and the exact imprint of God’s very being.

Gospel Reading            John 1: 1-14

The Word of God has existed since the beginning and before.  Jesus, the Word made flesh, the light of God, came into the world to enlighten humankind.  John was sent by God as the precursor of Jesus.  Though the light was not accepted, the darkness cannot extinguish it, and those who accept it become children of God.

  

Sunday 25th December 2011

Christmas Day

8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)

10.00am Christmas Day Family Eucharist

Hymns

Introit: 508

Gradual: 93  

Offertory: 745

Communion: 350, 321, 776

Recessional: 266

First Reading                Isaiah 62: 6-end

The prophet proclaims that the news of God’s deliverance will reach every corner of the world, to call all his people back to himself. He will redeem them, and make them his holy ones

 Gospel Reading            Luke 2 : 8-20

Luke, the master storyteller, gives us pictures we shall never forget, of the humble birth at Bethlehem of the Saviour of the world, and the shining glory which brought shepherds to worship the Lamb of God    

Prayer for the week

Lord Jesus Christ, your birth at Bethlehem draws us to kneel in wonder at heaven touching earth; accept our heartfelt praise as we worship you, our Saviour and our eternal God. 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• The people of Iraq and Syria; that democracy may flourish and violence be set aside in favour of tolerance, trust and truth.
• The Whitechapel Mission helping to serve the homeless and the hungry 365 days a year
• Other charities that bring gifts to those in need, especially Crisis and their Christmas shelters
• All who have to work over the holiday to provide essential services or who give up their own time to bring joy to others
• The mission, ministry and congregational life of The Chilterns Christian Fellowship.
• Local MPs and those who support their work.
•  Residents of Windmill Hill (PR) Saunderton Vale and Saunderton Lodge, Wellington Ave (PR) and Little Lane  (Sa)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith, Sylvia Jackson
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Irene Edwards, Geoff Stevens, Philip Kelleway, Amy Wilkins, Geoff Copcutt

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Tearfund, working in partnership with Christian agencies and churches worldwide to tackle the causes and effects of poverty.   

Notices

 

Thank you

Thank you to everyone who has helped to make the Advent and Christmas season such a special time. Many people have helped out with the additional services, decorating both the inside and the outside of the church, providing refreshments and being involved in various other ways. By the end of this period we will have raised several hundred pounds for a number of charities following collections at our special services and by carol singing. May I wish you all a very happy Christmas and every blessing for the New Year. James

Volunteer Needed

Bob Reece has decided to retire from handling the advertising for the Newsletter after over 30 years!  We are looking for someone to take his place.  The work is to send out invoices annually to about 40 advertisers – and gently chase them up – sometimes! 

Adverts are usually prepared by the advertisers but suggestions are often welcomed. Further details can be got from Bob Reece (01844 346297) or David Kemp (01844 344097)

New choir director

I am delighted to announce that starting from January 11th we will be welcoming Diogo Cerdeira to the parish as choir director. We look forward to working with him as we build on the long standing musical tradition within the parish.

The ‘Stable’ DOOR

The January edition of The Door newspaper (free) is now available to take home. Articles include: ‘The Carol service mystery’; why singing carols is good for us and ‘The proof of the Christmas pudding’, by the Bishop of Oxford.


Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity

This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor Dr Quarles.  It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll.  Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant.  You can apply three times.  This is the time of year for applications.  Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply.  344417


End of year service

There will be a service of Evening Prayer on December 31st at 5pm to provide an opportunity to give thanks for the year that is about to pass and to ask for God’s blessing as we journey through 2012. James

Double edition of the Pew sheet (January 1st/8th)

Please ensure that all notices for this edition are submitted by December 28th. Space may be limited.

Fellowship Group Jan 12th  Coffee Morning

There will be no evening meeting but Janet is hosting a coffee morning from 10.30 – noon at 6 Dovecote Close.

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sat 24th Dec	Christmas Eve 3.00pm   Crib service 6.00pm   Village carol service 11.30pm  Midnight Eucharist
Sun 25th Dec	Christmas Day 8.00am  Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am  All Age Family Eucharist
Thurs 29th Dec	9.30 am Holy Communion
Sat 31st Dec	5.00 pm Evening Prayer (see notices)
Sun 1st Jan	8.00am  Holy Communion 10.00am  All Age Family Eucharist and Adult Baptisms 6.00pm Choral Evensong
Wed 4th Jan	No morning prayer
Thurs 5th Jan	9.30am  Healing and Holy Communion (Rev Jennifer Locke) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys restarts
Sun 8th Jan Epiphany	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Rev. David Wallace) 11.30am  Owlswick Holy Communion (Rev Donald Rydings) 6.00pm  Choral Evensong (Margaret Pitman)
Thurs 12th Jan	9.30am  Holy Communion 10.30am Fellowship Group Coffee Morning (see notices) 2.00pm  Monks Monkeys 8.00pm ‘The Apprentice’ house group at the Rectory
Sun 15th Jan	10.00am  Parish Eucharist 6.00pm  Choral Evensong

Pew Sheet 18th December 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) are staying in the Church Hall for their party.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.  All are welcome.

 

Today

Sunday 18th December 2011

4th Sunday of Advent

When the Angel Gabriel told Mary she was favoured by God, he gave her the most difficult task in the world, but Mary instantly pledged her obedience.  In our worship today, let us listen for the song of the angels and the voice of God, and let us too pledge our obedience, whatever God should ask of us. 

10.00am Parish Eucharist (Merbecke Setting)

Hymns

Introit: 631    

Psalm: 89:1-9  

Offertory: 406

Communion: 381, 182, 536

Recessional: 405

First Reading                2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16

David wants to build a magnificent house for God, but God has other ideas. God has not asked for a permanent house. Instead, God promises to establish the royal house and heritage of David for all future generations.  

Second Reading           Romans 16:25 - 27

In a final climax to his book, St Paul proclaims Jesus Christ as God, the revelation of a mystery which was kept secret from human beings for aeons, but is now revealed to the whole world. 

Gospel Reading            Luke 1: 26-38

The angel Gabriel visits Mary to inform her that she has been chosen by God to bear God’s Son, through the power of the Holy Spirit. Mary promises obedience to God. 

3.00pm             Owlswick Carol Service

6.00pm             Nine Lessons and Carols 



Prayer for the week


Here in our midst, O God of mystery, you disclose the secret hidden for countless ages.  For you we wait; for you we listen.  Upon hearing your voice may we, like Mary embrace your will and become a dwelling fit for your Word.  Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• The people of Iraq, that following the withdrawal of American troops, democracy may flourish and violence be set aside in favour of tolerance, trust and truth.
• All who are suffering as a result of financial crisis
• The work of Christian Aid and Cafod, for their commitment to the world poor and establishing fair trade
• Longwick CE Combined School, its pupils, staff, head and governors.
• Residents of Windsor Hill (Princes Risborough) Crownfield and Wycombe Road (Speen)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith, Sylvia Jackson
• For the recently departed:   
•  Rowland Hill
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Nancy Rutland, Peter Hoar, Lilian Green

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Parents and Children Together (PACT), working to build and strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally. 

Notices

Carol Singing around the village, December 19th

Meeting at 6.30 pm at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

Volunteer Needed

Bob Reece has decided to retire from handling the advertising for the Newsletter after over 30 years!  We are looking for someone to take his place.  The work is to send out invoices annually to about 40 advertisers – and gently chase them up – sometimes! 

Adverts are usually prepared by the advertisers but suggestions are often welcomed. Further details can be got from Bob Reece (01844 346297) or David Kemp (01844 344097)

New choir director

I am delighted to announce that starting in the New Year we will be welcoming Diogo Cerdeira to the parish as choir director. We look forward to working with him as we build on the long standing musical tradition within the parish.

The 'Stable DOOR'

The January edition of The Door newspaper is now available to take home. Articles include: ‘The Carol service mystery’; why singing carols is good for us and ‘The proof of the Christmas pudding’, by the Bishop of Oxford.

Advent reflection

A last chance to look at the 2011 Advent Calendar. For each day there is a reading, meditation and prayers based around Mary's journey to Bethlehem, from her meeting with the Angel to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. Please use the link below to subscribe to this site and to help you prepare yourself spiritually for Christmas. James

https://sites.google.com/site/adventsite2011/

Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity

This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor

Dr Quarles. It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll. Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant.  You can apply three times.  This is the time of year for applications. Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply.  344417

End of year service

There will be a service of Evening Prayer on December 31st at 5pm to provide an opportunity to give thanks for the year that is about to pass and to ask for God’s blessing as we journey through 2012. James

Double edition of the Pew sheet (January 1st/8th)

Please ensure that all notices for this edition are submitted by December 28th. Space may be limited

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sun 18th Dec	10.00 am Parish Eucharist and Sunday School Christmas Party! 3.00 pm Carol service, Owlswick 6.00pm  Nine lessons and Carols
Mon Dec 19th	6.30 pm Carol singing (see notices)
Wed Dec 21st	2.30 pm Friendship Group (hall)
Thurs 22nd Dec	9.30 am  Holy Communion
Sat 24th Dec	Christmas Eve 3.00 pm  Crib Service 6.00 pm   Village Carol Service 11.30 pm  Midnight Eucharist
Sun 25th Dec	Christmas Day 8.00 am  Holy Communion 10.00 am  All Age Family Eucharist
Thurs 29th Dec	9.30 am Holy Communion
Sat 31st Dec	5.00 pm Evening Prayer (see notices)
Sun 1st Jan	8.00 am  Holy Communion 10.00 am  All Age Family Eucharist and adult Baptisms 6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Wed 4th Jan	No morning prayer
Thurs 5th Jan	9.30 am Healing and Holy Communion (Rev Jennifer Locke) 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys restarts
Sun 8th Jan	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Revs. David and Nancy Wallace) 11.30 am Owlswick Holy Communion (Rev Donald Rydings) 6.00 pm Choral Evensong (Margaret Pitman)

Pew Sheet 11th December 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.  All are welcome. 

Today

Sunday 11th December 2011

3rd Sunday of Advent

On this third Sunday of Advent, we gather in hope and faith, preparing for the promised coming of Christ at Christmas and in the age to come. 

10.00am Parish Eucharist (Merbecke Setting)

Hymns

Introit: 527    
Psalm: 126  
Offertory: 259
Communion: 374, 168, 931
Recessional: 565

First Reading                Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11

God promises justice and joy, restoration and renewal; the good news has already brought salvation, for it is God’s nature to fulfil the promise.
Second Reading           1 Thessalonians 5:16- 24

Guided by the Spirit, let us rejoice and give thanks for the good news of Jesus Christ and trust in his return, for God keeps promises.

Gospel Reading            John 1: 6-8, 19-28 Although John was not God’s promised Messiah, his baptism of repentance prepared the way for Jesus; yet the religious establishment failed to recognise either of them. 


11.30am   Owlswick Holy Communion

6.00pm   Choral Evensong

Readings:  Malachi 3: 1-4 & chapter 4

Philippians 4: 4-7

Hymns: 580, Psalm 68:1-8, 633, 314



Prayer for the week

O God, most high and most near, you send glad tidings to the lowly, you hide not your face from the poor; those who dwell in darkness you call into the light.  Take away our blindness, remove the hardness of our hearts, and form us into a humble people, that, at the advent of you Son, we may recognise him in our midst and find joy in his saving presence.  We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

•  For the leaders of the European nations as they seek to ease the financial crisis
•  For the people of Egypt and of Syria, as they seek freedom and justice
•  For those who have died in the recent violence in Afghanistan
•  For those whose homes and businesses have been damaged by the recent storms and wintry weather
•  For those who will be homeless and living in poverty this Christmas: that we may we show a true concern for their needs and that they too may rejoice at the coming of Christ.
• All teachers and lecturers and other staff in schools and colleges. Good parent-teacher relationships.
• International aid charities and those who collect and support them.
• Residents of Walnut Crescent (Longwick), Hinton Crossing (Bledlow)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith, Sylvia Jackson
• For the recently departed:   
•   Joan Pitcher, Dorothy Pine
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Roy Faithfull, Joan Howard, Jason Travers, Ronald Faulkner, Lillian Thomas, Audrey Astley-Cooper

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Parents and Children Together (PACT), working to build and strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally. 

Notices

Christingle 2011 – wow!
Thank you to everyone who came along to help last Saturday at the Christingle making factory. In total 200 Christingles were made in record time. The service itself was attended by around 230 people and around £500 will have been raised for the work of the Children’s Society. Rosemary and James

Volunteer Needed
Bob Reece has decided to retire from handling the advertising for the Newsletter after over 30 years!  We are looking for someone to take his place.  The work is to send out invoices annually to about 40 advertisers – and gently chase them up – sometimes! 
Adverts are usually prepared by the advertisers but suggestions are often welcomed. Further details can be got from Bob Reece (01844 346297) or David Kemp (01844 344097)

Christmas Candlelight Concert, December 14th
The Chinnor Band will be performing a variety of seasonal music along with the opportunity to sing some carols.  Tickets £7 and include interval mince pie and drink.  Tickets Rosemary 344417 or David Shuttle

Carol Singing around the village, December 19th
Meeting at 6.30 pm at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

New choir director
I am delighted to announce that starting in the New Year we will be welcoming Diogo Cerdeira to the parish as choir director. We look forward to working with him as we build on the long standing musical tradition within the parish.

Advent reflection
Welcome to the 2011 Advent Calendar. For each day there is a reading, meditation and prayers based around Mary's journey to Bethlehem, from her meeting with the Angel to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. Please use the link below to subscribe to this site and to help you prepare yourself spiritually for Christmas. James
https://sites.google.com/site/adventsite2011/

Monks Monkeys, Thursdays (term time), 2 pm to 3 pm
Praise and play for the under fives plus parents/carers in the church hall. Each session includes ‘action’ songs, an interactive Bible story and short prayers. There is also some time for the children to play, adults to chat and refreshments to be served. On the 4th Thursday of the month we meet in the Church for an additional special craft activity. No need to book, just turn up on the day. If you would like more information please contact: Rev James Tomkins (01844) 275944; Sarah Fairall (01844) 344164; Sue Ingram (01844) 275287; Debbie Norie (01844) 345437; Ann Myers (01494) 488479

Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity
This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor Dr Quarles.  It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll.  Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant.  You can apply three times.  This is the time of year for applications.  Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply.  344417

End of year service
There will be a service of Evening Prayer on December 31st at 5pm to provide an opportunity to give thanks for the year that is about to pass and to ask for God’s blessing as we journey through 2012. James

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sun 11th Dec	10.00 am  Parish Eucharist 11.30 am  Holy Communion, Owlswick             6.00 pm    Evensong
Mon 12th Dec	11.30 am Funeral service for Joan Pitcher
Wed 14th Dec	8.00 pm Concert (see notices)
Thurs 15th Dec	9.30 am Holy Communion 10.30 am School service 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Fri 16th Dec	9.30 am School service
Sat 17th Dec	Decoration of the church (am)
Sun 18th Dec	10.00am Parish Eucharist and Sunday School Christmas Party! 3.00 Carol service, Owlswick 6.00 pm  Nine lessons and Carols
Mon Dec 19th	6.30 pm Carol singing (see notices)
Wed Dec 21st	2.30 pm Friendship Group (hall)
Thurs 22nd Dec	9.30 am  Holy Communion
Sat 24th Dec	Christmas Eve 3.00 pm  Crib Service 6.00 pm   Village Carol Service 11.30 pm  Midnight Eucharist
Sun 25th Dec	Christmas Day 8.00 am  Holy Communion 10.00 am  All Age Family Eucharist

Pew Sheet 4th December 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.  All are welcome.

Today

Sunday 4th December 2011

2nd Sunday of Advent

Today we hear the voice of John the Baptist calling to us from the wilderness.  He calls us to prepare ourselves for the coming of the Lord.  We pray that as we come to worship God and seek forgiveness and blessing, God will reveal his glory and give to us healing and peace through the Holy Spirit. 

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

Readings


First Reading                Isaiah 40:1-11

The prophet brings good news and comfort to the people of Jerusalem to whom the glory of the Lord is to be revealed.

Gospel Reading            Mark 1:1-8

John identifies himself as the voice spoken of by Isaiah.  He is out in the wilderness, calling people to turn to God.  He urges them to prepare themselves for the revelation of God’s glory n the one who is to come after him.

 

10.00 am Christingle Service         

6.00pm   Evensong

Readings:  1 Kings 22:1-28 Romans 15:4-13

Hymns: 57, Psalm 40:14-21, 655, 447



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. Amen

 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• Vulnerable and disadvantaged children, and the work of The Children’s Society
• Bucks University College, young people from this area at university
• Peace throughout the world, particularly in Egypt and Syria that people’s human rights might be honoured and respected.
• The Anglican Church of Nigeria
• Cancer charities which work for a medical cure for all forms of this medical condition
• Residents of The Avenue (PR) Oddley Lane (B)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith
• For the recently departed:   
•   Bill Benham, Joan Pitcher
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Barry Mortimer, Eva Plumbe, Ethel Foster, Francis Lambell, Alan Gibson, Joseph Cooper

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Parents and Children Together (PACT), working to build and strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally. 

Notices

Advent reflection

Welcome to the 2011 Advent Calendar. For each day there is a reading, meditation and prayers based around Mary's journey to Bethlehem, from her meeting with the Angel to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. Please use the link below to subscribe to this site and to help you prepare yourself spiritually for Christmas. James
https://sites.google.com/site/adventsite2011/

Very many thanks.....

to everyone who helped before, during and after the Advent Craft Fair. Thanks to your efforts we raised over £750 for the church, and hosted a happy morning for the community.


Lift to Winchester Christmas Market - Monday 5th

I am meeting some friends near Winchester next Monday and I shall be visiting the market by the Cathedral. If you would like a lift (there and back!) please let me know. Rosemary 344417


Silent Prayer Meeting, 8.00 pm (church hall), December 5th

We need silence to help us to get a proper perspective on our lives; to hear the still, small voice of God, and to refresh our inner being. All are welcome to these meetings of any faith or none. Each meeting lasts about 45 minutes. The meeting starts with some simple relaxation exercises, a short passage from the Bible to reflect upon in the half hour of silence, followed by a time of sharing of our experiences if people wish. James

Fellowship Group Christmas Party December 8th

All welcome at 8 pm

The Bethany House Group

On Wednesdays at 76 Westmead, from 10.30-12.00, we are having four reflective studies: “The Advent Messiah”, adapted from words by David Winter and with music by Handel.  Please come! For more details please ring Su Viney (275461) or Jill Iredale (346488) or James.


Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity

This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor Dr Quarles. It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll. Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant. You can apply three times. This is the time of year for applications. Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply. 344417


Christmas Candlelight Concert, December 14th

The Chinnor Band will be performing a variety of seasonal music. Tickets £7 and include interval mince pie and drink. Tickets Rosemary 344417 or David Shuttle


Carol service readers, December 18th and 24th at 6pm

If you would like to volunteer to do a reading at one of these services please let me know. James


Carol Singing around the village, December 19th

Meeting at 6.30 pm at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!


The Door Newspaper (December issue)

Look out for these stories:

Women Bishops: One step closer - The Oxford Diocesan Synod has voted in favour of the Church of England's proposals on women bishops.

Where there is no imagination, the people perish - The Revd Ernesto Lozada-Uzuriaga on the importance of imagination and creativity.

Coping with Christmas - advice for helping bereaved children and families over Christmas

Marking the New Year - As Advent marks the start of the new liturgical year, Helen Ann-Hartley writes about what makes Mark, the Gospel for the next 12 months, unique.

Plus win a copy of Helen's Making Sense of the Bible.


New choir director

I am delighted to announce that starting in the New Year we will be welcoming Diogo Cerdeira to the parish as choir director. We look forward to working with him as we build on the long standing musical tradition within the parish. He hopes to be able to come along to the service on Sunday 11th December to meet people. James


Monks Monkeys, Thursdays (term time), 2pm to 3pm

Praise and play for the under fives plus parents/carers in the church hall. Each session includes ‘action’ songs, an interactive Bible story and short prayers. There is also some time for the children to play, adults to chat and refreshments to be served. On the 4th Thursday of the month we meet in the Church for an additional special craft activity. No need to book, just turn up on the day. If you would like more information please contact: Rev James Tomkins (01844) 275944; Sarah Fairall (01844) 344164; Sue Ingram (01844) 275287; Debbie Norie (01844) 345437; Ann Myers (01494) 488479

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sun 4th Dec	8.00 am  Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00 am  Christingle Service (No communion) 6.00 pm  Evensong
Mon 5th Dec	8.00 pm  Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 8th Dec	9.30 am Holy Communion 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys 8.00 pm  Fellowship Group Christmas party
Sun 11th Dec	10.00 am  Parish Eucharist 11.30 am  Holy Communion, Owlswick             6.00 pm    Evensong
Mon 12th Dec	11.30 am Funeral service of Joan Pitcher
Wed 14th Dec	8.00 pm Concert (see notices)
Thurs 15th Dec	9.30 am Holy Communion 10.30 am School service 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Fri 16th Dec	9.30 am School service
Sat 17th Dec	Decoration of the church (am)
Sun 18th Dec	10.00 am  Parish Eucharist 3.00 am Carol service, Owlswick 6.00 pm  Nine lessons and Carols

Pew Sheet 27th November 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.  All are welcome.

Today

Sunday 27th November 2011

1st Sunday of Advent

This Advent Sunday let us lift our hearts and voices as we come to worship the living God who will come with great glory.

 

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Merbecke Setting)

Baptism of Olivia Stevens

Music from Germany

 

Hymns

Introit: 128    

Gradual: 405  

Offertory: 480

Communion: 34, 437, 949

Recessional: 689

Readings


First Reading                Isaiah 64:1-9

The prophet Isaiah looks at the disastrous state of God’s people and calls upon the Lord, their Father, to come down and make his presence felt.
Second Reading           1 Corinthians 1:3-9

The Apostle Paul thanks God for the spiritual life of the Christians of Corinth and assures them that God will continue to strengthen them to the end.
Gospel Reading            Mark 13:24 – 37

In words of a visionary, apocalyptic nature Jesus calls his disciples to keep awake and alert to the end.


3.00pm   Owlswick Choral Evensong

Readings:  Isaiah 1: 1-20, Matthew 21: 1-13

Hymns: 3, Psalm 25:1-8, 5, 6 & 11


Prayer for the week

God of majesty and power, amid the clamour of our violence your Word of truth resounds; upon a world made dark by sin the Sun of Justice casts his dawning rays.  Keep your household watchful and aware of the hour in which we live.  Hasten the advent of that day when sounds of war will be for ever stilled, the darkness of evil scattered, and all your children gathered into one.  We ask this through him whose coming is certain, whose day draws near, your Son our Lord Jesus Christ who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever. Amen.

 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• All those living with HIV, dying from AIDS and those who have been left orphaned (World’s AIDS day December 1st)
• Peace in places like Syria and Egypt where there are protests and unrest
• The Prime Minister; for the heavy burden of office and the opportunities to improve the life of our nation.
• Local and Regional Health Authorities, Community Health Councils, Hospital Managers.
• Residents of Shortborough Avenue (PR), Turnip End (Sp)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith
• For the recently departed: 
•   
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Margaret Martin, Bill Avery, Grace Freed.

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Parents and Children Together (PACT), working to build and strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally.

Notices

Advent reflection

Welcome to the 2011 Advent Calendar. For each day there is a reading, meditation and prayers based around Mary's journey to Bethlehem, from her meeting with the Angel to the first Christmas in Bethlehem. Please use the link below to subscribe to this site and to help you prepare yourself spiritually for Christmas. James
https://sites.google.com/site/adventsite2011/

Sidespeople Meeting TODAY, 11.30am

We have had some new 'recruits' whom we would like to welcome, and this is an opportunity for us to look at the sidespersons' duties and for anyone to raise any queries

For your viewing on December 1st!

Coronation Street, the Nativity play auditions take place 8.00pm ITV1.

Rev, the church school is up for religious inspection and Adam frets that its inspiring new teacher, Mr Field, is an atheist. Worse, he has to raise a team for an interfaith football tournament 9.00pm BBC2

Churches Together Community Carol singing, December 2nd at 5.30 pm

A combined choir from the towns' churches will be singing to open the switching-on of the Christmas lights on the evening of 2nd December. There will be a rehearsal in the new Chiltern Christian Fellowship building (the old British Legion building) on 29th November at 7.30pm, but it is not essential to attend this to sing on the Friday.

Christingle Factory December 3rd 10.00am

If you can help make the Christingles in the Hall please let Rosemary know (344417). The more the merrier!
Tea/coffee/light refreshments provided.

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance, December 3rd 9.30am

We are looking to clear the remainder of the fallen leaves and we need loads of help! Please come along if you can. Rakes and Garden Sacks welcome. James

Fellowship Group Christmas Party December 8th

All welcome at 8 pm.


The Bethany House Group

On Wednesdays at 76 Westmead, from 10.30-12.00, we are having four reflective studies: The Advent Messiah”, adapted from words by David Winter and with music by Handel.  Please come! For more details please ring Su Viney (275461) or Jill Iredale (346488) or James.

Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity

This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor Dr Quarles.  It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll. Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant.  You can apply three times. This is the time of year for applications.  Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply. 344417


Christmas Candlelight Concert, December 14th

The Chinnor Band will be performing a variety of seasonal music. Tickets £7 and include interval mince pie and drink. Tickets Rosemary 344417


Bucks Open Studio Artist in support of Iain Rennie

Christine Bass, who exhibited earlier this year in the church co-ordinates a show at home and in her studio in November.  Further details at www.christinebass.blogspot.com or 01296 662776 

Carol service readers, December 18th and 24th at 6pm

If you would like to volunteer to do a reading at one of these services please let me know. James


The Door Newspaper (December issue)

Look out for these stories:

Women Bishops: One step closer - The Oxford Diocesan Synod has voted in favour of the Church of England's proposals on women bishops.

Where there is no imagination, the people perish - The Revd Ernesto Lozada-Uzuriaga on the importance of imagination and creativity.

Coping with Christmas - advice for helping bereaved children and families over Christmas

Marking the New Year - As Advent marks the start of the new liturgical year, Helen Ann-Hartley writes about what makes Mark, the Gospel for the next 12 months, unique.

Plus win a copy of Helen's Making Sense of the Bible.

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sunday 27th Nov	10.00am  Parish Eucharist, Baptism and music from Germany! 11.30am Sidespeople Meeting 3.00pm Choral Evensong, Owlswick 6.00pm CTR Advent service at the Chiltern Christian Fellowship
Mon 28th Nov	8.00pm PCC meeting (church hall)
Thurs 1st Dec	9.30 am Holy communion with prayers for healing
Fri 2nd Dec	5.30pm CTR Community Carol singing (Market Square)
Sat 3th Dec	9.30am  Leaf-sweep (see notices) 10.00am Christingle Factory (see notices)
Sun 4th Dec	8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am  Christingle Service (No communion) 6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon 5th Dec	8.00 pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 8th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 8.00pm Fellowship Group Christmas party
Sun 11th Dec	10.00am Parish Eucharist 11.30am Holy Communion, Owlswick 6.00pm Evensong

Pew Sheet 13th and 20th November 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the hall

Immediately after the 10.00am service a further Act of Remembrance will take place at the War memorial followed by refreshments in the Church.

All are welcome.

Sunday 13th November 2011

Remembrance Sunday - 2nd Sunday before Advent

We have been made by God, to live with God, Let us then come out of darkness and into his marvellous light, living in peace, humility and righteousness.

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist   (Addington Setting)

                (Joint Service with Owlswick)

11.15 am (approx)

                Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial

Hymns

Introit: 153,     Gradual: 186,   Offertory: 493

Communion: 374, 422, 938,

Anthem: Lead me Lord,    National Anthem: 230

Recessional: 252


Readings

First Reading                Psalm 119 33-40

Second Reading           Ephesians 6.10-18

Gospel Reading            Matthew 18: 15-20

6.00pm   Choral Evensong

Readings:  1 Kings 1:15-40, Revelation 1: 4-18

Hymns: 638, Psalm 89 v20-29, 756, 232



Prayer for the week

Almighty Father, whose will is to restore all things in your beloved Son, the King of all: govern the hearts and minds of those in authority, and bring the families of the nations, divided and torn apart by the ravages of sin, to be subject to his just and gentle rule; who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

 

Sunday 20h November 2011

Feast of Christ the King

Ephesians 1:22 says “God has put all things under Christ’s feet and has made him the head over all things. Let us worship Christ the King

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Lane Setting)

(Revs David and Nancy Wallace)

Hymns

137; Psalm 95:1-7; 649; 16

Communion: 381, 644, 931


Readings

First Reading                Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20 -24

God promises that, as a shepherd cares for his flock, he will gather his people together, strengthening the weak, protecting the vulnerable and passing judgement of those who exploit others.

Second Reading           Ephesians 1:15-23

Paul prays that the Ephesians will be given spiritual wisdom to understand the greatness of God’s power revealed in Christ and at work among them.

Gospel Reading            Matthew 25: 31-end

The Son of Man, as king, pronounces judgement on the nations: people are judged on their response to the poor, the sick, the stranger and the prisoner, with whom the king identifies himself.



6.00pm   Choral Evensong (Rev Serena Hutton)

Readings:  2 Samuel 23: 1-7 Matthew 28: 16 – end Hymns: 690, Psalm 93, 684, 615



Prayer for the week

Almighty God, you have conferred upon Christ Jesus sovereignty over every age and nation.  Direct us in the love of Christ, to care for the least of his brothers and sisters, that we may be subject to his dominion and receive the inheritance of your kingdom.  Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, you Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• the leaders of the European nations as they seek to deal with the current economic crisis
• Wycombe General Hospital, Doctors, nurses and other staff and patients.
• The Royal British Legion, ex-service organisations, especially for their continuing care of the wounded and the bereaved.
• The work of the Iain Rennie Hospice at Home, Florence Nightingale House and MacMillan Nurses.  Those suffering from cancer and those who fear it.
• Residents of Poppy Rd, The old Garden Centre (PR), Water Lane, Flowers Bottom Lane and Lily Bottom Lane (Sp)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith
• For the recently departed: 
•   Ellen Firman
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
• (13/11) Annie Hearn, (20/11) Hilda Sandell, John Baverstock, Vera Girling, Sheila Benham.

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Risborough Cars Charity, assisting those in the locality who have mental health learning or physical disabilities of those who are elderly.  

Notices

Singers for Nine Lessons and Carol Service – 18th Dec

If anyone would like to sing as part of the choir we would be delighted to welcome you for practices starting on November 17th from 6.30 – 7.30. No audition is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and commit to the majority of the weekly practices. James

Fellowship Group Walk, November 22nd

Meet in the lay-by at 9.15 am

The Bethany House Group

On Wednesdays at 76 Westmead, from 10.30-12.00. Starting on Wed 23 November, we shall be having four reflective studies: “The Advent Messiah”, adapted from words by David Winter and with music by Handel. Please come! For more details please ring Su Viney (275461) or Jill Iredale (346488) or James.

Advent Craft Fair – November 26th 10.00 – 12.00

We need stall and refreshment helpers. If this could be you please let Rosemary know (344417). We also need people to help plant bulbs beforehand. Please contact Ros (344166) if you have any spare bowls/baskets. Raffle tickets from Rosemary for only £1 – Win a Christmas Hamper, £50 Boden Voucher and a football signed by Wycombe Wanderers players plus other great gifts.


Sidespeople Meeting in the Church, 11.30am 27/11/11

We have had some new 'recruits' whom we would like to welcome, and this is an opportunity for us to look at the sidespersons' duties and for anyone to raise any queries.

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance, 9.00am 3/12/11

We are looking to clear the remainder of the fallen leaves and loads of help! Please come along if you can. Rakes and Garden Sacks Welcome. James

Applying for a Grant from Hody’s Charity

This was founded by a rector of St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough in 1706, and added to by his successor Dr Quarles. It provides grants for students in further or higher education or for apprentices who live in the parish or who are on the electoral roll. Applicant must be <21 at the time of their first application and <25 years old on receipt of the last grant. You can apply three times. This is the time of year for applications. Please call Rosemary if you would like to apply.  344417

Christmas Candlelight Concert, December 14th

The Chinnor Band will be performing a variety of seasonal music. Tickets £7 and include interval mince pie and drink. Tickets Rosemary 344417

Bucks Open Studio Artist in support of Iain Rennie

Christine Bass, who exhibited earlier this year in the church co-ordinates a show at home and in her studio in November. Further details at www.christinebass.blogspot.com or 01296 662776

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s

Sunday 13th Nov Remembrance Sunday Today	10.00am  Parish Eucharist (Joint service with Owlswick) 11.15 am (approx) Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 6.00pm   Choral Evensong
Thurs 17th Nov	9.30am  Holy Communion (with Rev Nick Molony) 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun 20th Nov	10.00am  Parish Eucharist (with Revs David and Nancy Wallace) 6.00pm  Choral Evensong (with Rev Serena Hutton)
Tues 22nd	9.15am   Fellowship Walk (meet in the lay-by)
Thurs 24th Nov	9.30 am   Holy Communion 2.00 pm   Monks Monkeys (in church)
Sat 26th Nov	10am – 12pm  Advent Craft Fair
Sunday 27th Nov	10.00am  Parish Eucharist, Baptism and music from Germany! 11.30am  Sidespeople Meeting 3.00pm   Choral Evensong, Owlswick 6.00pm    CTR Advent service at the Chiltern Christian Fellowship
Mon 28th Nov	8.00pm   PCC meeting (church hall)
Thurs 1st Dec	9.30am  Holy Communion with  prayers for healing
Fri 2nd Dec	5.30pm  CTR Community Carol singing (Market Square)
Sun 4th Dec	8.00am  Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am  Christingle Service (No communion) 6.00pm  Choral Evensong

Pew Sheet 6th November 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service.  All are welcome.

Sunday 6th November 2011

3rd Sunday before Advent 

 

Let us come to worship Christ in confident faith in the salvation he has won for us, and in certain hope of his return.

Today

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

10.00 am All age Family Communion

Baptism of Caleb Walford; Leon and Lucie Kilarski

With musicians and singers from Waters Ash and Knaphill School

Hymns

Introit                      305

Gradual                    Father Abraham (on back)

Offertory                  819

Communion              47, 856, 67, 590

Recessional              503


Readings

First Reading              1 Thessalonians 4:13 - end

Paul assures the Thessalonians that the hope of their faith embraces Christians of both past and present generations.  When Jesus returns in glory, all who love him will rise to share eternal life with their Lord.      

Gospel Reading            Matthew 25: 1-13

Jesus tells the story of the ten bridesmaids to urge his followers to be wise in ensuring they are prepared to receive him at all times; for no one can know the exact moment of his return. 



6.00pm   Choral Evensong

(including the Revd Serena Hutton)

Readings:  Judges 7: 2- 22, John 15:9-17

Hymns: 656, Psalm 82, 629, 208



Prayer for the week

God, our refuge and strength, bring near the day when wars shall cease and poverty and pain shall end, that the earth may know the peace of heaven through Jesus Christ our Lord

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• Those suffering as a result of the global economic crisis
• Hospital Chaplains and Chaplaincy volunteers at Stoke Mandeville, Wycombe and Amersham Hospitals
• Residents of Millstream Close (PR), Greenlands and Woodfield (LG)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith
• For the recently departed: 
•   Ollie Blockley and Vi Broderick
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Jane Edwards, Eileen Illman, Royston Gay, Ben Bertram  

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

Ian Rennie Hospice at Home, offering specialist and supportive care and advice for patients with cancer and other life threatening illnesses in their homes.

Notices

Visiting St Paul's, November 8th

Last year I went to some very interesting debates/ talks in St Paul's Cathedral, given by eminent speakers.  This year they are about characters from the Bible.  I am hoping to go to the next one on Nov 8th (Jesus).   If you would like to join me just let me know. The website is:

http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Learning-Education/St-Pauls-Forum/Public-Debates-2011
Rosemary Tel. 344417

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’, November 10th

‘The Apprentice’ is a course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. All are welcome to come along to the Rectory, Mill Lane at 8 pm. James

Newsletter Copy Date, November 10th

We have now reached preparation time for the Christmas  issue of the Newsletter and would appreciate any copy by 10th November please.  As usual email to John McKay (john@jamckay.demon.co.uk) with copy to David Kemp (david@windleshaw.demon.co.uk) with hard copy to either of us if necessary.

Fellowship Group Meeting Nov 10th

8.00pm in the Church Hall.  Husband and friends are welcome.  The Revd Yvonne Murphy – Chaplain to Wycombe traders.

Fellowship Group Walk, November 22nd

Meet in the lay-by at 9.15 am

Advent Craft Fair – November 26th 10.00 – 12.00

We need a few helpers to look after stalls and make refreshments on the day.  We also need people to help plant bulbs beforehand.  If this could be you please let Rosemary know.  344417

Advent Craft Fair Raffle

With a magnificent Christmas Hamper as first price, a £50 Boden Voucher and a football signed by Wycombe Wanderers players as second and third prizes, plus other great gifts, make sure you buy your tickets which are £1.00 each.  From Rosemary 344417


Calling all sidespeople, November 27th

We are having a short meeting on November 27th at 11.30am in the church. We have had some new 'recruits' whom we would like to welcome, and this is an opportunity for us to look at the sidespersons' duties and for anyone to raise any queries.

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance, December 3rd

At 9.30 am on Saturday December 3rd we are looking to clear the remainder of the fallen leaves from the churchyard. We need a significant number of people to complete this work. Please come along if you can with a rake and large garden sacks. James

Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

If you would like to purchase a poppy to help raise funds for the work of the Royal British Legion as part of their 90th anniversary year please use the collecting box towards the main door of the church.

Double Edition of the Pewsheet

The next edition of the pew sheet will be a double one covering both November 13th and 20th. Space may therefore be limited for notices.

Singers Required for Carol Service

Starting on November 17th practices will be held for the Nine Lessons and Carols service to be held on December 18th at 6 pm. If anyone would like to sing as part of the choir for this service they would be most welcome to come along to practices beginning on November 17th from 6.30 – 7.30. No audition is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and commit to the majority of the weekly practices. I hope you can make it. James

 

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Sunday 6th Nov Today	10.00 am All Age Family Communion and Baptisms 6.00 pm  Choral Evensong (including the Revd Serena Hutton)
Mon 7th Nov	8.00 pm  Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 10th Nov	9.30 am   Holy Communion 8.00 pm  Fellowship Group (see notices) 8.00 pm  ‘The Apprentice’ Bible study group at The Rectory
Fri 11th Nov	2.00 pm  Service of Thanksgiving for the life of Vi Broderick
Sunday 13th Nov Remembrance Sunday	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Joint service with Owlswick) 11.15 am (approx) Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 6.00pm   Choral Evensong
Thurs 17th Nov	9.30am  Holy Communion 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun 20th Nov	10.00am  Parish Eucharist 6.00pm  Choral Evensong

Father Abraham had many sons

Many sons had Father Abraham

I´m one of them, and so are you

So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm!

Father Abraham...

So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm!

Father Abraham...

So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot!

Father Abraham...

So let’s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot. Left foot!

Father Abraham...

So let’s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot, left foot, nod your head!

Father Abraham...

So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot, left foot, nod your head, turn around!

Father Abraham...

So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot, left foot, nod your head, turn around Sit down!

Pew Sheet 30th October 2011

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

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service. All are welcome.

Sunday 30rd October 2011

All Saints Sunday 

Today, All Saint’s Day, we remember those who have gone before us, known and unknown to us and we remind ourselves of their example.  May we be that good memory for others who come after us, too. Let’s worship together as those who have heard, seen and known, and open our hearts to be Christ’s blessing in the world in the Spirit’s power. 

Today

10.00 am   Parish Eucharist (Lane Setting)

Hymns

Introit                     177
Psalm                      34 vs. 1-10
Offertory                 324
Communion              77, 476, 168
Recessional             758


Readings

First Reading                Revelation 7:9-17

This is the people of God:  all their sadness and fears met and filled with the hope of God’s reign.    
Second Reading           1 John 3:1-3

God’s love holds us as children until hope is revealed and our lives are transformed. 
Gospel Reading            Matthew 5: 1-12

The depths of poverty, pain and weakness may have broken our heart, but hope and God’s kingdom change everything. 



3.00pm   A Time To Remember – All Souls

Reading:  Matthew 5.1-12a

Hymns: 379, 144, 413, 437, 428

Anthem: Lead me, Lord S.S. Wesley

Prayer for the week

All Holy God, you call your people to holiness.  As we keep the festival of your saints, give us their meekness and poverty of spirit, a thirst for righteousness and purity of heart. May we share with them the richness of your kingdom and be clothed in the glory you bestow. Grant this through our Lord, Jesus Christ, your son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• peace throughout our world, particularly for peace in those countries which are making a transition from absolute power to democracy, from oppression to liberation
• all who have died in the Turkish earthquake and for those who have been left behind in sorrow, facing the absence of loved ones and homes
• those threatened by further flooding in Thailand
• a successful and peaceful resolution to the protests affecting St. Paul’s Cathedral
• That we will always know the value of our food and drink and may always give thanks for our daily bread
• Local trades people: builders, plumbers, electricians.
• Residents of Thorns Lane and Close (MR), Ilmer and the surrounding area
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Deborah Ryley; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith
• For the recently departed: 
•   
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Annie Harris, Albert Lee, Trevor Telfer  

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

The Church Housing Trust – dedicated to the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.

Notices

‘Time to Remember’ Service, Today at 3.00pm

This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. There will be refreshments at the end of the service.

Family Bonfire Night, Saturday November 5th

This will take place at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot chocolate, mulled wine, hot soup and cakes will be served. Please bring ONE firework or a cake. RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or suemingram@hotmail.com


All Age Family Service and Baptisms, November 6th

As part of this service, as well as welcoming Caleb Walford; Leon and Lucie Kilarski in to the life of the church through Baptism, we will also be welcoming musicians and singers from Walters Ash and Knaphill School.


Visiting St Paul's, November 8th

Last year I went to some very interesting debates/ talks in St Paul's Cathedral, given by eminent speakers.  This year they are about characters from the Bible.  I am hoping to go to the next one on Nov 8th (Jesus). If you would like to join me just let me know. The website is:

http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Learning-Education/St-Pauls-Forum/Public-Debates-2011
Rosemary Tel. 344417

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’, November 10th

‘The Apprentice’ is a course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. All are welcome to come along to the Rectory, Mill Lane at 8 pm. James


Newsletter Copy Date, November 10th

We have now reached preparation time for the Christmas issue of the Newsletter and would appreciate any copy by 10th November please. As usual email to John McKay (john@jamckay.demon.co.uk) with copy to David Kemp (david@windleshaw.demon.co.uk) with hard copy to either of us if necessary.

Advent Craft Fair – November 26th 10.00 – 12.00

We need a few helpers to look after stalls and make refreshments on the day.  We also need people to help plant bulbs beforehand.  If this could be you please let Rosemary know. 344417

Calling all sidespeople!

We are having a short meeting on November 27th at 11.30am in the church. We have had some new 'recruits' whom we would like to welcome, and this is an opportunity for us to look at the sidespersons' duties and for anyone to raise any queries.

Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

If you would like to purchase a poppy to help raise funds for the work of the Royal British Legion as part of their 90th anniversary year please use the collecting box towards the main door of the church.

Youth leader wanted:

Risborough Youth Club is looking for a Youth Leader. The post is 4 hours per week and will require the organisation of, and attendance at, one 2 hour Youth Club session per week: closing date 1 November. Interested? Contact either: prycsecretary@gmail.com; Sarah Smith on 01844 274595; or Risborough Town Council office. 


Oxford Diocesan Pilgrimage Map

A copy of this can be found in the porch along with individual pocket size leaflets for people to take from the table towards the back of the church. This provides details of some wonderful spiritual places to visit within the Diocese. I hope people will find this initiative beneficial. James

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Today All Saints All Souls	10.00am  Parish Eucharist 3.00pm    Time To Remember Service    (see notices)
Thurs 3rd Nov	9.30am   Holy Communion with  prayers for healing 2.00 pm  Monks Monkeys
Sat 5th Nov	1.30 pm  Wedding 3.30 pm  Wedding 5.00 pm  Firework party (see notices)
Sunday 6th Nov	8.00 am  Holy communion (BCP) 10.00 am All Age Family Communion and Baptisms 6.00 pm  Choral Evensong (including the Revd Serena Hutton)
Mon 7th Nov	8.00 pm  Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 10th Nov	9.30am   Holy Communion 8.00 pm  Fellowship Group (church hall) 8.00 pm  ‘The Apprentice’ Bible study group at The Rectory
Sunday 13th Nov Remembrance Sunday	10.00am  Parish Eucharist (Joint service with Owlswick) 11.15 am (approx) Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 6.00pm   Choral Evensong