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 6th February 2011
Fifth Sunday before Lent
God calls us to bear witness to his life in the world. Let us worship Jesus, the light of the world, and pray that his light in us might shine more brightly.
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 Hall immediately after the 10.00am service - all are welcome.

Today

8.00 am Holy Communion

10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist
Hymns
Introit 45
Gradual 825
Offertory 88
Communion 47,590,411,202
Recessional 766

Readings
First Reading Isaiah 58:1-9a
The fasting God accepts involves caring for the poor, the homeless and the oppressed rather than simply external rituals.

Gospel Matthew 5:13-20
Jesus urges his disciples to be faithful in their witness as salt and light and tells them that following him is more demanding than obeying the law.

6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Hymns: 169, psalm 4, 483, 537
Readings: Amos 2.v 4-end, Ephesians 4.v 17-end

Prayer for the week
Heavenly Father, you have called your Church to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Give us vigorous faith and a love that is genuine, so that all may see our works and give you the glory, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

Your prayers are asked this week for:
 The people of Egypt and all those in positions of power and authority, that truth and trust replace tanks, and peace is chosen over petrol bombs.
 The people of Queensland, and anyone affected by storms or other natural disasters
 All specialist advisors to schools that they may care for the children in need and support the life of our schools
 Hospital Chaplains and chaplaincy volunteers at Stoke Mandeville, High Wycombe and Amersham
 Residents of Millstream Close (Princes Risborough), Greenlands and Woodfield (Lacey Green)
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Risborough Cares Charity, assisting those in the locality who have mental health, learning or physical disabilities or who are elderly.

Notices

Double edition of the pew sheet
The next edition of the pew sheet issued on February 13th will be a double edition. Please can any notices therefore be submitted ahead of schedule to ensure their publication in time

Evensong on the third Sunday of the month
Whilst St. Mary’s church is being renovated we welcome their choir and congregation to this service. The format of the service will remain the same except for the addition of an anthem. I hope you enjoy this choral experience. James

In the Door this month:
Bishop arrives out of Africa - meet the new Bishop of Reading; 400th anniversary of the King James Bible - what's happening around the Diocese; a man on a mission - God in the Life of the Diocese's Director of Mission. Please take a copy home with you.

Lent House Groups 2011
‘Rich inheritance’ Jesus’ legacy of love: written by Stephen Cottrell, (Former Bishop of Reading).Bishop Stephen is a popular and prolific writer with the gift of both accessibility and challenge. The 5 week course is offered at a choice of two days and times: Tuesdays from 10.30 – 12.00 at 76 Westmead (Home of Mrs Su Viney and the Bethany House Group) from 15 March – 12 April inclusive; Thursdays from 8.00 – 9.30 at the Rectory, Monks Risborough from 17 March – 14 April inclusive (thus giving an opportunity to ‘catch up’ if you have to miss a session). This ecumenical discussion is the latest from the popular York Courses, covering: An Empty Tomb, A group of People, A Story, A power and A meal. All are welcome and if you would like to be a part of one of these Groups, please contact the Su Viney (275461), Jill Iredale (346488) or The Revd. James Tomkins (275944) by February 28th, so that a booklet (cost £3.00) may be ordered for you.

Risborough Area Forum (RAF)
This is an open forum which meets through which representatives of all groups and societies in the around Princes Risborough exchange ideas and information quarterly at the Community Centre. RAF aims not only to improve communication between members but also to co-ordinate and disseminate non confidential information, promote joint working and partnership approaches and recommend ways to enhance and promote the area. If you are interested in representing the parish (Whiteleaf is already represented) please let James know.

Annual Church Meetings
These will take place on Friday March 18th at 8 pm. As well as reviewing and reporting on parish life there are a number of elections that take place. This year with the retirement of Steve Adams we are looking for a new churchwarden to work with Rosemary Woodward-Court who will continue as the other churchwarden. There are also two vacancies on the PCC, as well as two places on the Deanery Synod that acts as a link between the parishes and the Diocese. If you would like to be considered for any of these positions or would like to know more please let James know.

New Home needed
New IKEA chair bed (not assembled) with extras such as covers. Donation to Church funds: Telephone 345246

St Dunstan’s Fellowship
Thursday 10th February St. Dunstan's Fellowship at 8pm in Church Hall - A talk on Archaeology by Paul Green - All welcome

Tuesday 15th February St. Dunstan's Fellowship Walk meeting in the Lay-by in Monks Risborough at 9.15am - All welcome.

Electoral Roll:
The annual review will take place from 15th February 2011. If you wish to have your name ADDED or REMOVED, please complete an application form, available from me or in the church porch, and return to me no later than 1st March. Roger Timms (01844 344966)

Women's World Day of Prayer Service - March 4th 11.00am at St Dunstan's
We need some volunteers to do a short reading at this service. Please let me know if you would be willing to take part. Rosemary 344417

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 Fifth Sunday before Lent
8.00 am Holy Communion
10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Wed 7th Feb 10.45 am Year 2 visit to church
Thurs Feb 10th 9.30 am Healing and Holy Communion
11.30 am Funeral
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
8.00 pm A talk on Archaeology by Paul Green (see notices)
Sat 12th Feb 2.30 pm Wedding
Sun Feb 13th Fourth Sunday before Lent
10.00 am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Tues 15th Feb 9.15am St. Dunstan's Fellowship Walk (see notices)
Thurs Feb 17th 9.30 am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun 20th Feb Third Sunday before Lent
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Rev. Kevan Royle)
6.00 pm Choral Evensong with St. Mary’s (Rev. D. Williams)