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 20th March 2011
Second Sunday of Lent

As God calls us to find new life in him so let us come to him with open hearts to hear his word, to repent of our sin and receive the new life he offers.

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.
The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for the Communion.
Coffee and tea are served in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service - all are welcome.

Today


10.00 am Parish Eucharist – Merbecke setting
Hymns
Introit 642
Psalm 121
Offertory 333
Communion 310, 554, 922
Recessional 689

Readings

First Reading Genesis 12:1-4a
God tells Abram to set out on a journey where he will receive blessings and bless others.

Second Reading Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
Paul argues that Abraham was justified before God not on the basis of his deeds but rather his faith and God’s promise.

Gospel John 3:1-17
Nicodemus visits Jesus, who responds with words about Nicodemus’ need to be born from above, of water and the Spirit. Jesus also declares that God’s ultimate aim is not to condemn but to bring life.

6.00 pm Choral Evensong with St. Mary’s
Hymns: 686, Psalm 135 v 1-14, 626, 327
Readings: Numbers 21 v 4-9, Luke 14 v 27-33

Prayer for the week
Holy God, from the dazzling cloud you revealed Jesus in glory as your beloved Son. During these forty days enlighten your Church with the bright glory of your presence. Inspire us by your word, and so transform us into the image of the risen Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:
 the suffering people of Japan amid continuing fears of nuclear fallout
 the people of Libya: that the United Nations resolution will help bring an end to violence and further loss of life.
 the people of New Zealand after the earthquake, as the clear-up operation continues
 Those organising international rescue and relief in the event of sudden disaster, all who can provide supplies, water and shelter within a few hours of any crisis
 The Wellington House Surgery: doctors, nurses, other staff and their patients.
 Residents of Woodfield Road (Princes Risborough), and Gables Drive (Saunderton).
 For the recently departed
◦ Sue Allam, Eddy Tranter, Ethel Seager
 Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly Tom Kingham, Edward Fraser, George Beckett, Minnie Greig, Norah Wallace, Nikki & Robin Claye, Ida Ashby, Brian Copcutt

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Iain Rennie Hospice at Home, offering specialist and supportive care and advice for patients with cancer and other life threatening illnesses in their homes.
Notices

Lent House Groups 2011
‘Rich inheritance’ Jesus’ legacy of love: written by Stephen Cottrell, (Former Bishop of Reading). 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. Please contact the Su Viney (275461), Jill Iredale (346488) or The Revd. James Tomkins (275944) if you would like to take part.

Christian Aid Super Soup Lunch Wednesday March 23rd 12.00-2.00 in St Dunstan's Church Hall There will be homemade soup, crusty bread, good company and all profits going to Christian Aid, helping some of the world's poorest communities. Rosemary 344417

March 27th at 2 pm. Faith goes wild, Aston Rowant National Nature Reserve
This is a self-guided walk, and can be started anytime between 2 and 4 pm. Trail begins near Cowleaze Wood Car Park OX49 5HX. Explore your faith, enjoy and care for God’s world through the Chiltern Gateway Project. For further details please see the poster in the porch.

Lighthouse Fun Events
Please put the following events in your diary as part of the 10th year of LIGHTHOUSE!! Saturday 2nd April 2011 - Quiz Night in Walsingham Hall, 8pm @£5. Friday 24th June 2011 - Lunch in St Teresa's Presbytery Garden @£25 Saturday 30th July 2011 - '70s Night in the Big Top @£10. All great fun - bring some friends! If you would like to put a table together for the Quiz (max 8), please let me know. Cathy 01844 343226. If you would like to support the lunch, please let Ann Myers know. annislamyers@hotmail.com or 01494 488692

Creative Arts Retreat
Come and explore through artistic expression and spiritual time out just how good the Lord is. Held at St Dunstan’s Hall Sat 2nd April 10am-3pm. Price £5, bring your own lunch. Call Jill on 01844 346488 for tickets.

Spring Concert – April 16th at 7.30 pm
Featuring the Jacquin Trio and popular classics by composers such as Mozart, Bruch and Schumann: tickets are £7 and are available from Rosemary Woodward Court 344417

Team Confirmation Service, Wednesday June 22nd at 7.30 pm at Holy Trinity Bledlow
This is an occasion when children, teenagers or adults decide for themselves to affirm their Christian faith and is traditionally seen as the entry point to receive Holy Communion. A course to prepare candidates for this will start after Easter. If you are interested or would like to find out more please speak to 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 Second Sunday of Lent
10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong with St. Mary’s
Mon 21st Mar 2.30 pm Funeral
Tues 22nd Mar 10.30am Lent House Group (see notices)
Wed 23rd Mar 12.00 pm Super Soup lunch (see notices)
Thurs 24th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in church)
8.00pm Lent House Group (see notices)
Sun 27th Mar Third Sunday of Lent
10.00am Parish Eucharist and Baptism
3.00 pm Choral Evensong Owlswick
Tues 29th Mar 10.30am Lent House Group(see notices)
Thurs 31st Mar 9.30am Holy Communion
2.00pm Monks Monkeys
8.00pm Lent House Group(see notices)
Sat 2nd April 10.00am Creative Arts Retreat (see notices)
8.00pm Lighthouse Quiz (see notices)
Sun 3rd April Fourth Sunday of Lent
Mothering Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service without Communion
6.00pm Choral Evensong

Special Events at St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s in 2011
April 16th: Spring Concert at St. Dunstan’s
May 15th: St. Dunstan’s Patronal Festival, Pig Roast/BBQ and Christian Aid Songs of Praise
June 11th to June 19th: Bucks Arts Week and weekend cream teas at St. Dunstan’s
July 31st: Cream Teas and Songs of Praise at St. Peter’s, Owlswick
August 13th: Visit to Winchester and Cathedral
September 10th: St. Dunstan’s Fete
September 25th: Harvest Festival, St. Peter’s, Owlswick
October 2nd: Harvest Festival, St. Dunstan’s