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 12th June 2011
Pentecost
Come, Holy Spirit! Come among your people gathered here, and set our hearts on fire with your love. Come and free us from all that binds us, that we may sing your praise.

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
(Preacher Rev. Nick Molony)
Hymns
Introit 114
Psalm 104: 24-end
Offertory 366
Communion 615, 288, 476
Recessional 19

Readings
First Reading Numbers 11:24-30
The effects of the presence of God’s Spirit cannot be limited by human rules.

Second Reading Acts 2:1-21
God’s Spirit brings courage and communication, and the Church is born.

Gospel Reading John 20:19-23
The risen Jesus breathes the Spirit on his disciples, and gives them a message of peace and forgiveness.

11.30 am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings Acts 2:1-21 John 20:19-23

5.00 pm ‘Songs of Praise’ King George V playing fields

Prayer for the week
Send down, O God, upon you people the flame of your Holy Spirit, and fill with the abundance of your sevenfold gift the Church you brought forth from your Son’s pierced side. May your life-giving Spirit lend fire to our words and strength to our witness. Send us forth to the nations of the world to proclaim with boldness your wondrous work of raising Christ to your right hand. We make our prayer 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:
 the peoples of Syria and Libya, facing violence and conflict
 the people of Japan who are still struggling as a result of the earthquake and tsunami three months ago
 for those facing problems as a result of drought in our country,
 all students sitting exams
 The ministry of Choirs, Organists and musicians
 Those who are irritated and annoyed by the use of mobile phones, may we all be mindful of the sensitivity of others to their use
 Residents of Walnut Tree lane, (Longwick), Horsenden and Horsenden Lane
 Those in need
 For the recently departed particularly:
◦ Tony Lane, Raymond East
 Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ Megan North, Pamela Crawford, Winifred Baily, Brian Gatensbury

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Anglicans in World Mission (USPG), working in direct partnership with Anglican Churches in over 50 countries, helping to support vital church work, including healthcare, education, leadership training and action for social justice

Notices

‘Reading the Bible’ and ‘Pilgrimage’
The Bishop of Oxford has produced two simple guides on these aspects of Christian discipleship. They are short, very readable, practical and informative. Please take a copy with you as you leave. James

Pentecost Party in the Park
A party will be held at George V Field today from 3.00p.m.run by Churches Together in Risborough. It includes activities for children and a bouncy castle. Bring your own picnic or enjoy Burgers and Ice Creams. The afternoon will conclude with a ‘Songs of Praise’ style service beginning at 5 pm. Please see the notice board for further details and what will happen if the weather is inclement. All welcome.

Calling all bakers, waiters and waitresses!
If you can contribute a cake or scones, or fancy helping to serve the cream teas, please let Rosemary know (344417) or sign up in the porch. Suzanne Carr has volunteered freezer space if you would like to make in advance.

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.

Lighthouse Application Forms
HELPERS
Helpers’ application forms are on-line. Apply NOW!
Simply go to our website, click on the link and get typing. You’ll be sent out a confirmation letter and we’ll see you in July!
CHILDREN
Apply from 6th June
There will be a small number of printed forms available for those with no access to the internet from the Church Reps (Cathy Farquhar 343226) and “No. 28”, High Street Bookshop from the end of May.
www.princesrisboroughlighthouse.co.uk

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.

London to Brighton Bike Ride
I am taking part in the London to Brighton bike ride next Sunday 19th June as part of my bronze Duke of Edinburgh award to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation. If you would like to sponsor me, please complete the sponsor form at the back of the church, in the porch, or see me in the hall after this service.
Many thanks. Alice Ingram
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

Today
Pentecost

10.00 am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
3.00pm Pentecost in the Park King George V playing fields followed by
5.00 pm “Songs of Praise” (see notices)
Wed 15th June 12.30 pm Funeral of Raymond East
2.30 pm Friendship Group quarterly service in the church hall
Thurs 16thJune 9.30am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Bucks Arts Week sets up
Fri 17th June Church locked in preparation for Bucks Arts Week
12.15 pm Funeral of Tony Lane at the Milton Chapel, Amersham Crematorium
Sat 18th June Start of Bucks Art Week (see notices)
Cream Teas are served on the weekend afternoons of June 18th/19th/25th and 26th form 2.45pm
8pm Bledlow Church Concert

Sun 19th June 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon 20th June 8.00 pm PCC Meeting (church hall)
Wed 22nd June 7.30 pm Team Confirmation service, Holy Trinity, Bledlow
Thurs 23rd June 9.30 am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun June 26th 10.00 am Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...Paul Woodward-Court
6.00 pm Choral Evensong, Owlswick