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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 28th August 2011
The 10th Sunday after Trinity
Jesus chose to face his own death, realising that through doing so he would discover real life. He calls on us to take up our own cross in order to find such life for ourselves. In our worship today, let us explore the meaning of taking up our crosses to follow Jesus.
Today
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington setting)
Hymns
Introit 281
Psalm 26 v1-8
Offertory 88
Communion 540, 262, 151
Recessional 428
Readings
First Reading Jeremiah 15 v 15 - 21
Jeremiah has been called by God’s name and God will deliver him from all who seek to harm him.
Second Reading Romans 12 v 9-end
St Paul sets out the characteristics of Christian behaviour, calling upon Christians to hate what is evil, and hold fast to what is good.
Gospel Reading Matthew 16 v21-end
Jesus foretells his death and resurrection, turning on Peter when Peter attempts to remonstrate with him, and calls upon all his disciples to take up their own cross in order to follow Jesus. .
6.00 pm Choral Evensong At Owlswick
Readings: 2 Kings: 6:24-25 & 7:3-end Acts 18:1-16
Hymns: 339, Psalm 105 v1-15, 353, 318, 252
Prayer for the week
O God, whose work burns like a fire within us, grant us a bold and faithful spirit, that in your strength we may be unafraid to speak your word and follow where you lead. 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.
Sunday 4th September 2011
The 11th Sunday after Trinity
Today Jesus teaches us how to manage disputes and conflicts among church members so that reconciliation can be found through love. So let’s praise God who is always working to call us back to him for forgiveness and new life.
Today
8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism of Gracie Pidding
Hymns
Introit 25
Gradual 45
Offertory 525
Communion 47, 411, 648, 386
Recessional 666
Readings
First Reading Romans 13 v 8-14
St Paul explains that in loving our neighbour we are fulfilling God’s commandments. He bids us turn away from wrongdoing so as to be ready for our own salvation.
Gospel Reading Matthew 18 v 15-20
Jesus explains how disputes between members of a church should be resolved. He shows us a way of forgiveness and reconciliation which is life-giving and in accordance with God’s will.
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: Ezekiel 12 v 21 – Ch 13v16 Acts 19:1-20
Hymns: 690, Psalm 108v1-6, 114, 310
Prayer for the week
God of glory, the end of our searching, help us to lay aside all that prevents us from seeking your kingdom, and to give all that we have to gain the pearl beyond all price, through our Saviour Jesus Christ.
Your prayers are asked this week for:
• peace throughout the world, particularly in Libya
• the people of East Africa and those organisations seeking to come to their aid
• Financial stability in the world’s economies
• Those who lead and organise outward bound holidays, for the thrills of exciting and challenging activities.
• Bucks University College, all young people in this area at university and those who have recently received exam results,
• Residents of Southfield Rd, The Avenue (PR) and Hillside (Speen) & Oddley Lane (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; Lauren, Richard Farrelly
• For the recently departed:
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ (28/8) Elsie Pearce, Lilian Braisher, (4/9) Mary Ann Copcutt, Phyllis Gibbons, Edna Manners.
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Cruse Bereavement Care, supporting bereaved people and enabling anyone bereaved by death to understand their grief and cope with their loss. CRUSE provides support and offers information, advice, education and training services.
Notices
The Whitechapel Mission – Harvest Collection
As in the past, donations are being accepted at the Harvest Festival services at St. Peter’s Owlswick on September 25th at 6 pm and at St. Dunstan’s, Monks Risborough on October 2nd at 11am. Details of what items to bring can be found in the parish magazine on page 7, the church notice board or by logging on to www.whitechapelmission.org.uk, and then clicking on to ‘how to help’ and then ‘harvest’. Thank you, James
Visiting Westminster Abbey and 'pilgrim tours:
James has a pass that admits up to people free of charge; to the Abbey (normally £16 per adult). There is also the opportunity to visit the Abbey as part of a parish group on Wednesday evenings after the Abbey has closed for general visiting. These pilgrim tours begin at 6.15pm ending with Compline at 7.15pm and we could make a Parish group. Please speak to James if you are interested in either or both of these.
Fellowship Meeting Sept 8th
Christine Reid will talk about ROPE – Relief for oppressed people everywhere. 8pm in the church Hall. Friends and Husbands Welcome
Cyclists and Walkers Visit Churches
Visit as many churches in the area as you can on September 10th and raise sponsorship to help St Dunstan’s. More info on page 11 in the Newsletter. Sponsorship forms from Angela Miller (01844 273065)
Newsletter Copy Date
The final copy date for contributions for the Oct/Nov issue is the 10th Sep. We hope that the break will have encouraged you to send something to us, John McKay or David Kemp. Thank you john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or david@windleshaw.demon.co.uk
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This is being held in the church grounds. We shall need plenty of help on the day and beforehand. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
TV Digital Switchover
On 14 Sep BBC1 & 2 will no longer be available and you will have to retune your TV set or box. On 28th Sept the remaining analogue channels will go digital and you will need to retune again. You can find more information at www.digitaluk.co.uk. Please spare a thought for anyone you know who may need help - and ask them whether they are ready. More information is available from the Help Scheme (0800 40 85 900), www.helpscheme.co.uk.' or in the leaflets near the main door of the church.
Triple edition of the Pew Sheet
The next edition of the pew sheet will cover the weeks commencing September 11th, 18th and 25th.
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 28th Aug 10.00 am Parish Eucharist
2.00 pm Wedding
6.00 pm Owlswick Choral Evensong (preacher, Rev Serena Hutton)
Thurs 1st Sept 9.30am Healing and Holy Communion
Sun 4th Sept 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism of Gracie Pidding
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Thurs 8th Sept
9.30am Holy Communion
The birth of the BVM
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys restarts
8.00pm Fellowship meeting (see notices)
Sat 10th Sept 2.00 pm Church Fete (see notices)
Sun 11th Sept 10.00am Parish Eucharist
(10 o’clock club restarts)
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Thurs 15th Sept 9.30am Holy Communion
2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sun 18th Sept 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
(with St Marys)
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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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 21st August 2011
The 9th Sunday after Trinity
God calls us together to be his friends and to share his love and concern for the world. As we worship, let us prepare ourselves to be the rock on which Jesus’ mission is built.
Today
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington setting)
Hymns
Introit 249
Psalm 138
Offertory 541
Communion 82,165, 625
Recessional 631
Readings
First Reading Isaiah 51 v 1 - 6
God reminds the people of their foundations in Abraham and exhorts them to trust him on the basis of what they have always known of him.
Second Reading Romans 12 v 1-8
There is no hierarchy of importance in the body of Christ: all are equally important.
Gospel Reading Matthew 16 v 13-20
The disciples believe that they know who Jesus is, but they have to learn that his Lordship is demonstrated in suffering.
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 2 Kings 6:8-23 Acts 17:15-end
Hymns: 222, Psalm 95, 333, 208
Prayer for the week
Living God, you sent your Son among us to reveal your wisdom and make known your ways. Increase our faith, that we may confess Jesus as your Son, take up his work on earth, and trust his promise to sustain the Church. We ask 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:
• The Anglican Church in Uganda
• Finance ministers, economists and stockbrokers
• all those who have received A Level results this week
• judges, the police and all those who work in our courts and legal system
• Wycombe District Council, its officers and councillors.
• The proper management and use green spaces, parks and play areas.
• The workforce of hotels and those on low wages that they may be properly cared for by employers.
• Princes Risborough, Saunderton and Whiteleaf Golf Clubs.
• Residents of Princes Place (PR) and Woodview Drive ( 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, Lauren, Richard Farrelly
• For the recently departed particularly:
Florence Darkins
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
Ted Light, Terry Badrick, Kathleen White.
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
Winchester News
Following on from our visit some of you may be interested to know Winchester hosts a very good German-style Christmas market, beside the cathedral, complete with ice-rink. Perhaps nearer the time, if a few people wanted to go, we could do this together. Watch this space!
Visiting Westminster Abbey and 'pilgrim tours:
I have managed to obtain a pass that admits up to four adults or young people up to the age of 18, free of charge; to the Abbey (the normal cost is £16 per adult). This pass may be used up to six times during a twelve month period. If anyone would like to take advantage of this offer please let me know. There is also the opportunity to visit the Abbey as part of a parish group on Wednesday evenings after the Abbey has closed for general visiting. These pilgrim tours take you around the Abbey hearing about its history and praying in its sacred places. The tours begin at 6.15pm ending with Compline at 7.15pm. Again if anyone is interested in making a group from this parish, please let me know. James
Please help
Cyclists & Walkers visit as many churches in the area as you can on September 10th & the sponsorship money raised will help St Dunstan’s. There is more information on page 11 in the Newsletter and sponsorship forms are available from Angela Miller (01844 273065)
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
"Living Faith Worldwide"
This is taking place in Reading on Saturday October 15th from 10am to 4pm at St John's and St Stephen's Church and St John's (CE) Primary School, Orts Road, Reading. (http://www.oxford.anglican.org/the-door/news/living-faith-worldwide-conference.html). This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet with Christians from different parts of the world and to share ideas about how to take our place in the world church. It will have things of interest both for those who already have lively connections and for those who are interested to explore what is possible. There will also be sessions of interest to and appropriate for young people
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
TV Digital Switchover
'The long publicised TV Digital Switchover for the Risborough area takes place in two stages. Stage 1 takes place on 14 September when BBC1 and BBC 2 will no longer be available and you will have to retune your TV set or box. Stage 2 takes place on 28 September when the remaining analogue channels will go digital and you will need to retune your TV set or box again. You can find more information about this at www.digitaluk.co.uk. Whilst many of us may be getting frustrated with the continual adverts and mail about Digital Switchover because we are ready, please spare a thought for friends, family and neighbours who may not be so prepared, especially those who may be vulnerable due to age or infirmity. For many the television is their key contact with the outside world and it is important that they do not slip through the net. It is important to remember that digital switchover affects all of us, even those who only watch BBC and ITV. There is help for over 75s and registered disabled - the maximum they will need to pay for all equipment (even an aerial) is £40 and for many it is completely free. Everyone who is eligible for help will already have received two letters from the Digital Help Scheme already, but it is easy to overlook these. Please spare a thought for anyone you know who may need help - and ask them whether they are ready. Further information and advice is available from the Help Scheme (0800 40 85 900), from www.helpscheme.co.uk.' or in the leaflets near the main door of the church.
Double and Triple editions of the Pew Sheet
The next edition of the pew sheet will cover the weeks commencing August 28th and September 4th, and the following edition will cover the weeks commencing September 11th, 18th and 25th. Space is likely to be at a premium and notices may need to be placed further in advance than normal.
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 Sun 21st Aug 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Tues 23rd Aug 9.15am Fellowship Walk from the lay-by
Thurs 25th Aug 9.30 am Holy Communion
10.15 am Visiting bell ringers
Fri 26th Aug 3.30 pm Funeral of Florence Darkins
Sun 28th Aug 10.00 am Parish Eucharist
2.00 pm Wedding
6.00 pm Owlswick Choral Evensong (preacher, Rev Serena Hutton)
Thurs 1st Sept 9.30am Healing and Holy Communion
Sun 4th Sept 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism of Gracie Pidding
6.00pm Choral Evensong
& 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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 21st August 2011
The 9th Sunday after Trinity
God calls us together to be his friends and to share his love and concern for the world. As we worship, let us prepare ourselves to be the rock on which Jesus’ mission is built.
Today
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington setting)
Hymns
Introit 249
Psalm 138
Offertory 541
Communion 82,165, 625
Recessional 631
Readings
First Reading Isaiah 51 v 1 - 6
God reminds the people of their foundations in Abraham and exhorts them to trust him on the basis of what they have always known of him.
Second Reading Romans 12 v 1-8
There is no hierarchy of importance in the body of Christ: all are equally important.
Gospel Reading Matthew 16 v 13-20
The disciples believe that they know who Jesus is, but they have to learn that his Lordship is demonstrated in suffering.
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 2 Kings 6:8-23 Acts 17:15-end
Hymns: 222, Psalm 95, 333, 208
Prayer for the week
Living God, you sent your Son among us to reveal your wisdom and make known your ways. Increase our faith, that we may confess Jesus as your Son, take up his work on earth, and trust his promise to sustain the Church. We ask 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:
• The Anglican Church in Uganda
• Finance ministers, economists and stockbrokers
• all those who have received A Level results this week
• judges, the police and all those who work in our courts and legal system
• Wycombe District Council, its officers and councillors.
• The proper management and use green spaces, parks and play areas.
• The workforce of hotels and those on low wages that they may be properly cared for by employers.
• Princes Risborough, Saunderton and Whiteleaf Golf Clubs.
• Residents of Princes Place (PR) and Woodview Drive ( 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, Lauren, Richard Farrelly
• For the recently departed particularly:
Florence Darkins
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
Ted Light, Terry Badrick, Kathleen White.
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
Winchester News
Following on from our visit some of you may be interested to know Winchester hosts a very good German-style Christmas market, beside the cathedral, complete with ice-rink. Perhaps nearer the time, if a few people wanted to go, we could do this together. Watch this space!
Visiting Westminster Abbey and 'pilgrim tours:
I have managed to obtain a pass that admits up to four adults or young people up to the age of 18, free of charge; to the Abbey (the normal cost is £16 per adult). This pass may be used up to six times during a twelve month period. If anyone would like to take advantage of this offer please let me know. There is also the opportunity to visit the Abbey as part of a parish group on Wednesday evenings after the Abbey has closed for general visiting. These pilgrim tours take you around the Abbey hearing about its history and praying in its sacred places. The tours begin at 6.15pm ending with Compline at 7.15pm. Again if anyone is interested in making a group from this parish, please let me know. James
Please help
Cyclists & Walkers visit as many churches in the area as you can on September 10th & the sponsorship money raised will help St Dunstan’s. There is more information on page 11 in the Newsletter and sponsorship forms are available from Angela Miller (01844 273065)
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
"Living Faith Worldwide"
This is taking place in Reading on Saturday October 15th from 10am to 4pm at St John's and St Stephen's Church and St John's (CE) Primary School, Orts Road, Reading. (http://www.oxford.anglican.org/the-door/news/living-faith-worldwide-conference.html). This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet with Christians from different parts of the world and to share ideas about how to take our place in the world church. It will have things of interest both for those who already have lively connections and for those who are interested to explore what is possible. There will also be sessions of interest to and appropriate for young people
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
TV Digital Switchover
'The long publicised TV Digital Switchover for the Risborough area takes place in two stages. Stage 1 takes place on 14 September when BBC1 and BBC 2 will no longer be available and you will have to retune your TV set or box. Stage 2 takes place on 28 September when the remaining analogue channels will go digital and you will need to retune your TV set or box again. You can find more information about this at www.digitaluk.co.uk. Whilst many of us may be getting frustrated with the continual adverts and mail about Digital Switchover because we are ready, please spare a thought for friends, family and neighbours who may not be so prepared, especially those who may be vulnerable due to age or infirmity. For many the television is their key contact with the outside world and it is important that they do not slip through the net. It is important to remember that digital switchover affects all of us, even those who only watch BBC and ITV. There is help for over 75s and registered disabled - the maximum they will need to pay for all equipment (even an aerial) is £40 and for many it is completely free. Everyone who is eligible for help will already have received two letters from the Digital Help Scheme already, but it is easy to overlook these. Please spare a thought for anyone you know who may need help - and ask them whether they are ready. Further information and advice is available from the Help Scheme (0800 40 85 900), from www.helpscheme.co.uk.' or in the leaflets near the main door of the church.
Double and Triple editions of the Pew Sheet
The next edition of the pew sheet will cover the weeks commencing August 28th and September 4th, and the following edition will cover the weeks commencing September 11th, 18th and 25th. Space is likely to be at a premium and notices may need to be placed further in advance than normal.
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 Sun 21st Aug 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Tues 23rd Aug 9.15am Fellowship Walk from the lay-by
Thurs 25th Aug 9.30 am Holy Communion
10.15 am Visiting bell ringers
Fri 26th Aug 3.30 pm Funeral of Florence Darkins
Sun 28th Aug 10.00 am Parish Eucharist
2.00 pm Wedding
6.00 pm Owlswick Choral Evensong (preacher, Rev Serena Hutton)
Thurs 1st Sept 9.30am Healing and Holy Communion
Sun 4th Sept 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism of Gracie Pidding
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Saturday 13 August 2011
Pew Sheet 14th August 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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 14th August 2011
The 8th Sunday after Trinity
We gather each Sunday to know the presence of Christ among us in this Eucharist. As he has freely given so may we freely receive, and know his power to change.
Today
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Lane setting)
Celebrant: The Revd Canon Nick Molony
Hymns
Introit 97
Psalm 67
Offertory 636
Communion 301, 67, 938
Recessional 716
Readings
First Reading Isaiah 56 v 1, 6-8
God with gather to him all who “maintain justice and do what is right”, including those who are foreigners.
Second Reading Romans 11 v 1-2a, 29-32
God has not rejected his own people. In spite of their disobedience, he still offers them his gift of mercy.
Gospel Reading Matthew 15 v 21-28
The self-awareness that Jesus creates in the Canaanite woman authenticates his power to change.
11.30 am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32; Matthew 15:21-28
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 2 Kings 4:1-37 Acts 16:1-15
Hymns: 756, Psalm 90:1-12, 156, 13
Prayer for the week
God of the nations, to your table all are invited and in your family no one is a stranger. Satisfy the hunger of those gathered in this house of prayer and mercifully extend to all the peoples on earth the joy of salvation and faith. 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:
• all whose homes, businesses and property have been destroyed by the riots this week
• the police, political and community leaders
• Those who have been rioting that they may find purpose and direction in their lives
• Students awaiting exam results and for all who are on holiday
• Those who continue to suffer from famine
• The workforce of hotels and those on low wages that they may be properly cared for by employers.
• Princes Risborough, Saunderton and Whiteleaf Golf Clubs.
• Residents of Orbell Court (PR), Grubbins 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, Lauren, Richard Farrelly
• For the recently departed particularly:
◦ Florence Darkins
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ Jack Barraclough, Ethel Higgins, Hilda Rainbow, Brian Pechey, Stanley Baldwin.
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
Risborough Team Prayer Diary
A new diary has been produced that enables people to pray for the various groups and parishes that make up the Risborough Team as well as giving ideas for national and global issues. Please take a copy home with you for your own personal use
Fellowship Group Walk – 23rd Aug
9.15am from the lay-by.
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
"Living Faith Worldwide"
This is taking place in Reading on Saturday October 15th from 10am to 4pm at St John's and St Stephen's Church and St John's (CE) Primary School, Orts Road, Reading. (http://www.oxford.anglican.org/the-door/news/living-faith-worldwide-conference.html). This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet with Christians from different parts of the world and to share ideas about how to take our place in the world church. It will have things of interest both for those who already have lively connections and for those who are interested to explore what is possible. There will also be sessions of interest to and appropriate for young people.
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
Sun August 14th 10.00am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon Aug 15th 8.00 pm Silent Prayer meeting
(church hall)
Thurs Aug 18th 9.30am Holy Communion
Sat Aug 20th 12.30 pm Wedding
3.30 pm Wedding
Sunday Aug 21st 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Tues Aug 23rd 9.15am Fellowship Walk
Thurs Aug 25th 9.30 am Holy Communion
Fri Aug 26th 3.30 pm Funeral of Florence Darkins
Sun Aug 28th 10.00 am Parish Eucharist
2.00 pm Wedding
6.00 pm Owlswick Choral Evensong
& 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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 14th August 2011
The 8th Sunday after Trinity
We gather each Sunday to know the presence of Christ among us in this Eucharist. As he has freely given so may we freely receive, and know his power to change.
Today
10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Lane setting)
Celebrant: The Revd Canon Nick Molony
Hymns
Introit 97
Psalm 67
Offertory 636
Communion 301, 67, 938
Recessional 716
Readings
First Reading Isaiah 56 v 1, 6-8
God with gather to him all who “maintain justice and do what is right”, including those who are foreigners.
Second Reading Romans 11 v 1-2a, 29-32
God has not rejected his own people. In spite of their disobedience, he still offers them his gift of mercy.
Gospel Reading Matthew 15 v 21-28
The self-awareness that Jesus creates in the Canaanite woman authenticates his power to change.
11.30 am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32; Matthew 15:21-28
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 2 Kings 4:1-37 Acts 16:1-15
Hymns: 756, Psalm 90:1-12, 156, 13
Prayer for the week
God of the nations, to your table all are invited and in your family no one is a stranger. Satisfy the hunger of those gathered in this house of prayer and mercifully extend to all the peoples on earth the joy of salvation and faith. 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:
• all whose homes, businesses and property have been destroyed by the riots this week
• the police, political and community leaders
• Those who have been rioting that they may find purpose and direction in their lives
• Students awaiting exam results and for all who are on holiday
• Those who continue to suffer from famine
• The workforce of hotels and those on low wages that they may be properly cared for by employers.
• Princes Risborough, Saunderton and Whiteleaf Golf Clubs.
• Residents of Orbell Court (PR), Grubbins 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, Lauren, Richard Farrelly
• For the recently departed particularly:
◦ Florence Darkins
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ Jack Barraclough, Ethel Higgins, Hilda Rainbow, Brian Pechey, Stanley Baldwin.
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
Risborough Team Prayer Diary
A new diary has been produced that enables people to pray for the various groups and parishes that make up the Risborough Team as well as giving ideas for national and global issues. Please take a copy home with you for your own personal use
Fellowship Group Walk – 23rd Aug
9.15am from the lay-by.
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
"Living Faith Worldwide"
This is taking place in Reading on Saturday October 15th from 10am to 4pm at St John's and St Stephen's Church and St John's (CE) Primary School, Orts Road, Reading. (http://www.oxford.anglican.org/the-door/news/living-faith-worldwide-conference.html). This will be a wonderful opportunity to meet with Christians from different parts of the world and to share ideas about how to take our place in the world church. It will have things of interest both for those who already have lively connections and for those who are interested to explore what is possible. There will also be sessions of interest to and appropriate for young people.
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
Sun August 14th 10.00am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon Aug 15th 8.00 pm Silent Prayer meeting
(church hall)
Thurs Aug 18th 9.30am Holy Communion
Sat Aug 20th 12.30 pm Wedding
3.30 pm Wedding
Sunday Aug 21st 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Tues Aug 23rd 9.15am Fellowship Walk
Thurs Aug 25th 9.30 am Holy Communion
Fri Aug 26th 3.30 pm Funeral of Florence Darkins
Sun Aug 28th 10.00 am Parish Eucharist
2.00 pm Wedding
6.00 pm Owlswick Choral Evensong
Friday 5 August 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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 7th August 2011
The 7th Sunday after Trinity
Today we hear how Jesus walks on the waters of Galilee to be with his disciples struggling in the battering winds of a storm. We worship God and thank him for his calming presence alongside us in all the difficulties we encounter in our daily lives.
Today
8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist
Hymns
Introit 54
Gradual See back of pew sheet
Offertory 366
Communion 47, 590, 437, 632
Recessional 238
Readings
First Reading 1 Kings 19 v 9-18
Elijah encounters God in the absolute silence and calm that follow storms of mighty wind, earthquake and fire.
Gospel Reading Matthew 14 v 22-33
In a powerful storm Jesus walks on the waters of the lake to reach his disciples. The calming of the storm as Jesus gets into the boat compels the disciples to worship Jesus as the Son of God.
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 1 Kings 11:41 – 12:20 Acts 14:8-20
Hymns: 516, Psalm 86:1-13, 487, 315
Prayer for the week
God of all power, your sovereign word comes to us in Christ. When your Church is in danger, make firm our trust; when your people falter, steady our faith. Show us in Jesus your power to save, that we may always acclaim him as Lord, 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:
in the week of the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we pray for peace in our world, remembering especially the people of Syria, suffering oppression and violence
those suffering from famine and drought in the Horn of Africa:
those involved in the world’s financial markets at this time of economic concern
Travel Firms and for all who arrange holidays for others, seeking to bring joy to travellers.
Princes Risborough Music Society, Shoestring Productions. Lacey Green Singers and Lacey Green Players.
Residents of Milton Gardens (PR), Brimmers Road and Church lane (Lacey Green)
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
For the recently departed particularly:
◦ Eve Britnell
Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ John Parish, Michael Cotter, Jack Neelands, Rosemary Granville-Smith, Gladys Kemp, Ernie Adams, Ann Duncanson.
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Parents and Children Together (PACT) working to build an strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally.
Notices
Risborough Team Prayer Diary
A new diary has been produced that enables people to pray for the various groups and parishes that make up the Risborough Team as well as giving ideas for national and global issues. Please take a copy home with you for your own personal use
Fellowship Group Meeting August 11th
8.00pm in the Church Hall. Mr John Cotton will talk about The Karibuni Trust. Husbands and friends welcome.
Winchester Visit – THIS SATURDAY
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. Please could you give me £20 by August 8th. We shall be leaving from the lay- by in Monks Risborough at 9.15 am. Please be there a few minutes before. We shall be back by approx 8.45pm. You will need to bring a packed lunch or make your own arrangements. There is a Cathedral restaurant /cafe, and the Cathedral is in the centre of the city with access to plenty of eateries. Thanks, Rosemary 344417
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
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 August 7th 8.00 am Holy communion (BCP)
10.00am All age Family Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon August 8th 11.00 am Funeral of Evelyn Britnell
Thurs August 11th 9.30am Holy Communion
8.00pm Fellowship Group Meeting – see notices
Sat August 13th Outing to Winchester (see notices)
Sun August 14th 10.00am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon Aug 15th 8.00 pm Silent Prayer meeting
(church hall)
Thurs Aug 18th 9.30am Holy Communion
Sat Aug 20th 12.30 pm Wedding
3.30 pm Wedding
Sunday Aug 21st 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep
Is the love of Jesus.
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep
Is the love of Jesus for us.
And we pray that we will know this love,
And we pray that we will grow in love,
And we pray that we will be filled up
With the Spirit of God!
& 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
Please note that there is no 10 o’clock club during the school summer holidays. Colouring sheets, books and toys are however available in the corner of the church for children to use.
Sunday 7th August 2011
The 7th Sunday after Trinity
Today we hear how Jesus walks on the waters of Galilee to be with his disciples struggling in the battering winds of a storm. We worship God and thank him for his calming presence alongside us in all the difficulties we encounter in our daily lives.
Today
8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00 am All Age Family Eucharist
Hymns
Introit 54
Gradual See back of pew sheet
Offertory 366
Communion 47, 590, 437, 632
Recessional 238
Readings
First Reading 1 Kings 19 v 9-18
Elijah encounters God in the absolute silence and calm that follow storms of mighty wind, earthquake and fire.
Gospel Reading Matthew 14 v 22-33
In a powerful storm Jesus walks on the waters of the lake to reach his disciples. The calming of the storm as Jesus gets into the boat compels the disciples to worship Jesus as the Son of God.
6.00 pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 1 Kings 11:41 – 12:20 Acts 14:8-20
Hymns: 516, Psalm 86:1-13, 487, 315
Prayer for the week
God of all power, your sovereign word comes to us in Christ. When your Church is in danger, make firm our trust; when your people falter, steady our faith. Show us in Jesus your power to save, that we may always acclaim him as Lord, 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:
in the week of the anniversary of the dropping of the atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, we pray for peace in our world, remembering especially the people of Syria, suffering oppression and violence
those suffering from famine and drought in the Horn of Africa:
those involved in the world’s financial markets at this time of economic concern
Travel Firms and for all who arrange holidays for others, seeking to bring joy to travellers.
Princes Risborough Music Society, Shoestring Productions. Lacey Green Singers and Lacey Green Players.
Residents of Milton Gardens (PR), Brimmers Road and Church lane (Lacey Green)
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
For the recently departed particularly:
◦ Eve Britnell
Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:
◦ John Parish, Michael Cotter, Jack Neelands, Rosemary Granville-Smith, Gladys Kemp, Ernie Adams, Ann Duncanson.
Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Parents and Children Together (PACT) working to build an strengthen families in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and across the UK and internationally.
Notices
Risborough Team Prayer Diary
A new diary has been produced that enables people to pray for the various groups and parishes that make up the Risborough Team as well as giving ideas for national and global issues. Please take a copy home with you for your own personal use
Fellowship Group Meeting August 11th
8.00pm in the Church Hall. Mr John Cotton will talk about The Karibuni Trust. Husbands and friends welcome.
Winchester Visit – THIS SATURDAY
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. Please could you give me £20 by August 8th. We shall be leaving from the lay- by in Monks Risborough at 9.15 am. Please be there a few minutes before. We shall be back by approx 8.45pm. You will need to bring a packed lunch or make your own arrangements. There is a Cathedral restaurant /cafe, and the Cathedral is in the centre of the city with access to plenty of eateries. Thanks, Rosemary 344417
The Fete - September 10th 2.00-4.00pm
This year this is being held in the grounds of the church. We shall need helpers on the stalls and a rota of people to help with refreshments, along with offers of cakes and scones. Please sign on the two notices in the porch if you can lend a hand.
Subsidised Insulation Offer
Wycombe District Council is promoting a special offer of £99 each for loft and cavity walk insulation (subject to conditions). Residents aged 70 or over who receive means-tested benefits may get the work done free. For more information call 0800 80 48 777 or see the poster in the porch.
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 August 7th 8.00 am Holy communion (BCP)
10.00am All age Family Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon August 8th 11.00 am Funeral of Evelyn Britnell
Thurs August 11th 9.30am Holy Communion
8.00pm Fellowship Group Meeting – see notices
Sat August 13th Outing to Winchester (see notices)
Sun August 14th 10.00am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon Aug 15th 8.00 pm Silent Prayer meeting
(church hall)
Thurs Aug 18th 9.30am Holy Communion
Sat Aug 20th 12.30 pm Wedding
3.30 pm Wedding
Sunday Aug 21st 10.00am Parish Eucharist
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep
Is the love of Jesus.
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep;
Wide and long and high and deep
Is the love of Jesus for us.
And we pray that we will know this love,
And we pray that we will grow in love,
And we pray that we will be filled up
With the Spirit of God!
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