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 15th May 2011
Fourth Sunday of Easter
Welcome to a service in which we celebrate our common “sheepishness” as we remember the story of the good shepherd and Jesus as the gateway to eternal life. May he give us the ability to welcome that life in all its abundance.

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 (BCP)

11.00 am All Age Family Service without Communion - Patronal Festival

Readings

First Reading 1 Peter 2:19-25
Like Jesus, we may be called to suffer unjustly for our faith, but we know that by following Jesus’ example, we shall have eternal life.

Gospel Reading John 10:1-10
Jesus recounts the parable of the good shepherd, who knows each of his sheep by name and leads them to find pasture through the gate of eternal life.

6.00 pm Churches Together in Risborough
‘Songs of Praise’ for Christian Aid

Prayer for the week

O God, you never cease to call even those far away, for it is your will that all be drawn into one fold. Attune our ears to the voice of the Good Shepherd, who leads us always to you, that we may find under your tender protection life in all its fullness. We ask this through Jesus Christ, the resurrection and the life, God for ever and ever.

Sunday 22nd May 2011
Fifth Sunday of Easter
On this fifth Sunday of Easter, we continue to rejoice that Christ is risen. May our hearts rise in worship, and our lives rise to the challenge of sharing the good news.

10.00 am Parish Eucharist – Lane setting
God in the life of...Cathy Farquhar

Hymns
Introit 97 Psalm 31 vs. 1-9
Offertory 636 Communion 83, 705, 297
Recessional 695

Readings

First Reading Acts 7:55-60
As the first Christian martyr, Stephen followed his Lord’s example by praying for his executioners; stoned to death, he was sure of eternal life.
Second Reading 1 Peter 2:2-10
If those who believe in Jesus thirst to follow him more closely, they will discover him to be a precious stone, the cornerstone of their lives and not a stone to trip them up.
Gospel Reading John 14:1-14
On the eve of his death, Jesus assures his disciples that he is the way to the Father. If they believe this truth and follow his example in this life, they will follow him also to the next.

6.00 pm Owlswick choral Evensong

Hymns: 440, Psalm 147v1-11, 114, 115, 107
Readings: Zechariah 4 v 1-10, Revelation 21 v 1-14

Prayer for the week
We have beheld your glory, O God, in the face of Christ Jesus your Son. Enliven our faith, that through Christ we may put our trust in you. Deepen our faith, that in Christ we may serve you. Complete our faith, that one day we may live with you in that place which Christ prepares for us, where he lives with you for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked this week for:
 Those who have been killed and injured in the recent bombings and violence in Pakistan; those who have died in the earthquakes in Spain; the peoples of Libya, Syria and the other Arab nations where there is violence and unrest
 The appointment of a new parish priest at Bledlow, Saunderton and Horsenden
 Residents of Orchard Close (Longwick) and Cherry Tree Close and Moses Plat Lane (Speen)
 Those in need who are known in our parish and also further afield:
 For the recently departed
◦ Elisabeth McGown, Enid Menzies
 Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly : Norah Cockcroft, Eric Dawson, Gladys Lemon, Monica Arnold, William Plater
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Christian Blind Mission, an international Christian development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world.

Notices

Party Time!
I am having a Big Birthday Bash on May 16th from 10.30-5.00. You are all invited to pop in for a glass or cup of something, a variety of nibbles, cake etc. There is a 'no present' rule in force. Hope you can make it, Rosemary

The funeral of Elisabeth McGown
This will take place at St. Dunstan’s on Monday May 23rd at noon followed by a private family committal at St. Paul’s, Bledlow Ridge. If you have any special memories, anecdotes or reflections on Elisabeth’s life please can you let me know and I will try and incorporate them in my address. Thank you, James

Silent Prayer Meeting, Monday May 23rd
This takes place as usual in the church hall at 8 pm. All are welcome to come along to enjoy sitting with others in silence to focus on God’s presence.

St. Dunstan's Fellowship Walk Tuesday 24th May
Meeting at the Monks Risborough lay-by at 9.15am

Wycombe Society for the Performing Arts
Present a promenade production of Jesus Christ Superstar at Arts4every1 Centre, Desborough Road, High Wycombe on Wednesday 25th – Saturday 28th May Evenings at 7.45pm Matinee at 2.45pm. All tickets for Thurs - Sat eves £12: all tickets Wed eve/Sat matinee £10. Discounts for block bookings Box Office Tel: 01494 565425 For more info logon to www.wyspas.info

Pentecost Party in the Park
A party will be held at George V Field on June 12th from 3.00p.m.run by Churches Together in Risborough. It includes activities for children, a bouncy castle and Songs of Praise. Bring your own picnic or enjoy Burgers and Ice Creams. All welcome.

Bledlow Church Choir in concert
A concert will take place in aid of the church organ scholarship on 18th June 2011 at 8pm at Holy Trinity Church Bledlow. The programme includes works by Parry, Palestrina, Haydn, Elgar and Schubert. Tickets £10 are available from Jo & Mike Stewart 01844 347057

Art at St. Dunstan’s: 18 - 26 June 2011
Part of the Bucks Open Studios county-wide event, it showcases their work, including print, handmade books, painting, woodcraft, sculpture, drawing, felt, textile art and jewellery. Some demonstrations will be available. Open weekdays and Saturdays 10 am – 5 pm, Sundays 12 – 5 pm with free entry, easy parking and refreshments. Refreshments will be on offer throughout the show. In addition, on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, the church is offering delicious Cream Teas in the Church Hall or ‘village green’, depending on weather.

Winchester Visit
On August 13th there is a trip to Winchester. We shall be having a guided tour of the Cathedral, which will include access to the Library to view the 12th Century Winchester Bible, and to the King James Bible Exhibition (celebrating its 400 year anniversary).We shall have the opportunity to attend Choral Evensong at 5.30pm. The cost of the visit will depend on the numbers but with a full coach will be in the region of £10-£15 without the cathedral visit and £15-£20 with the guided tour. If you would like to go, please let Rosemary know-344417 or sign up in the porch.

The Next Couple of Weeks

Morning Prayer only takes place on Monday 16th this week before resuming to its normal pattern of 8.45 am on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday from the week commencing May 23rd

Sun May 15th 8.00 am BCP Holy Communion
11.00 am Patronal Festival followed by Pig Roast
6.00 pm Christian Aid ‘Songs of Praise’
Mon May 16th 10.30 – 5.00pm Rosemary’s Big Birthday Bash (see notices)
Thurs May 19th 9.30am Holy Communion with Rev Denise Critchell
2.00 pm Funeral of Enid Menzies
2.00pm Monks Monkeys
Sat May 21st 2.00 pm Wedding
Sun May 22nd
10.00am Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...Cathy Farquhar
6.00pm Owlswick Choral Evensong
Mon May 23rd 12.00 pm Funeral of Elisabeth McGown
8.00 pm Silent Prayer Meeting (see notices)
Tues May 24th 9.15 am Fellowship Walk (see notices)
Thurs May 26th 9.30 am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun May 29th 10.00am Parish Eucharist with the Revd Donald Rydings
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Ascension Day
Thurs June 2nd 9.30 am Holy Communion and prayers for healing
Sat June 4th 4.00 pm Marriage Blessing
Sun June 5th 8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist with Baptisms
6.00 pm Evensong