Saturday 29 October 2011

Pew Sheet 30th October 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.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service. All are welcome.

Sunday 30rd October 2011

All Saints Sunday

Today, All Saint’s Day, we remember those who have gone before us, known and unknown to us and we remind ourselves of their example. May we be that good memory for others who come after us, too. Let’s worship together as those who have heard, seen and known, and open our hearts to be Christ’s blessing in the world in the Spirit’s power.

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Lane Setting)

Hymns

Introit                     177
Psalm                      34 vs. 1-10
Offertory                 324
Communion              77, 476, 168
Recessional             758

Readings

First Reading                Revelation 7:9-17

This is the people of God: all their sadness and fears met and filled with the hope of God’s reign.
Second Reading           1 John 3:1-3

God’s love holds us as children until hope is revealed and our lives are transformed.
Gospel Reading            Matthew 5: 1-12

The depths of poverty, pain and weakness may have broken our heart, but hope and God’s kingdom change everything.

3.00pm A Time To Remember – All Souls

Reading: Matthew 5.1-12a

Hymns: 379, 144, 413, 437, 428

Anthem: Lead me, Lord S.S. Wesley

Prayer for the week

All Holy God, you call your people to holiness. As we keep the festival of your saints, give us their meekness and poverty of spirit, a thirst for righteousness and purity of heart. May we share with them the richness of your kingdom and be clothed in the glory you bestow. 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:

peace throughout our world, particularly for peace in those countries which are making a transition from absolute power to democracy, from oppression to liberation
all who have died in the Turkish earthquake and for those who have been left behind in sorrow, facing the absence of loved ones and homes
those threatened by further flooding in Thailand
a successful and peaceful resolution to the protests affecting St. Paul’s Cathedral
That we will always know the value of our food and drink and may always give thanks for our daily bread
Local trades people: builders, plumbers, electricians.
Residents of Thorns Lane and Close (MR), Ilmer and the surrounding area
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; Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith

For the recently departed:

Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:

Annie Harris, Albert Lee, Trevor Telfer

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:

The Church Housing Trust – dedicated to the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.

Notices

‘Time to Remember’ Service, Today at 3.00pm

This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. There will be refreshments at the end of the service.

Family Bonfire Night, Saturday November 5th

This will take place at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot chocolate, mulled wine, hot soup and cakes will be served. Please bring ONE firework or a cake. RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or suemingram@hotmail.com

All Age Family Service and Baptisms, November 6th

As part of this service, as well as welcoming Caleb Walford; Leon and Lucie Kilarski in to the life of the church through Baptism, we will also be welcoming musicians and singers from Walters Ash and Knaphill School.

Visiting St Paul's, November 8th

Last year I went to some very interesting debates/ talks in St Paul's Cathedral, given by eminent speakers. This year they are about characters from the Bible. I am hoping to go to the next one on Nov 8th (Jesus). If you would like to join me just let me know. The website is:

http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Learning-Education/St-Pauls-Forum/Public-Debates-2011
Rosemary Tel. 344417

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’, November 10th

‘The Apprentice’ is a course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. All are welcome to come along to the Rectory, Mill Lane at 8 pm. James

Newsletter Copy Date, November 10th

We have now reached preparation time for the Christmas issue of the Newsletter and would appreciate any copy by 10th November please. As usual email to John McKay (john@jamckay.demon.co.uk) with copy to David Kemp (david@windleshaw.demon.co.uk) with hard copy to either of us if necessary.

Advent Craft Fair – November 26th 10.00 – 12.00

We need a few helpers to look after stalls and make refreshments on the day. We also need people to help plant bulbs beforehand. If this could be you please let Rosemary know. 344417

Calling all sidespeople!

We are having a short meeting on November 27th at 11.30am in the church. We have had some new 'recruits' whom we would like to welcome, and this is an opportunity for us to look at the sidespersons' duties and for anyone to raise any queries.

Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal

If you would like to purchase a poppy to help raise funds for the work of the Royal British Legion as part of their 90th anniversary year please use the collecting box towards the main door of the church.

Youth leader wanted:

Risborough Youth Club is looking for a Youth Leader. The post is 4 hours per week and will require the organisation of, and attendance at, one 2 hour Youth Club session per week: closing date 1 November. Interested? Contact either: prycsecretary@gmail.com; Sarah Smith on 01844 274595; or Risborough Town Council office.

Oxford Diocesan Pilgrimage Map

A copy of this can be found in the porch along with individual pocket size leaflets for people to take from the table towards the back of the church. This provides details of some wonderful spiritual places to visit within the Diocese. I hope people will find this initiative beneficial. James

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Today All Saints All Souls	10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Time To Remember Service (see notices)
Thurs 3^rd Nov	9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sat 5^th Nov	1.30 pm Wedding 3.30 pm Wedding 5.00 pm Firework party (see notices)
Sunday 6^th Nov	8.00 am Holy communion (BCP) 10.00 am All Age Family Communion and Baptisms 6.00 pm Choral Evensong (including the Revd Serena Hutton)
Mon 7^th Nov	8.00 pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 10^th Nov	9.30am Holy Communion 8.00 pm Fellowship Group (church hall) 8.00 pm ‘The Apprentice’ Bible study group at The Rectory
Sunday 13^th Nov Remembrance Sunday	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Joint service with Owlswick) 11.15 am (approx) Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 6.00pm Choral Evensong

Saturday 22 October 2011

Pew Sheet 23rd October 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.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service. All are welcome.

Sunday 23^rd October 2011

The Last Sunday after Trinity

Welcome, come through the open door of God’s house and find yourselves truly at home. We come together to express our love for God and to bring our prayers of sorrow and of joy. As we worship may we be refreshed and energised to live as Christ would have us live.

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

God in the life of...
Wg Cdr Ashley Mitchell (RAF High Wycombe)

Hymns

Introit 281

Psalm 1

Offertory 186

Communion 165, 386, 978

Recessional 755

Readings

First Reading Leviticus 19: 1-2, 15-18

The reading picks out the call of the people of Israel to love God with all their heart, and sets out a framework of behaviour towards their neighbours.

Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 2: 1-8

Paul recalls his first trip to Thessalonica as an agent of the Gospel of Christ. He recalls how he arrived after a disastrous visit to Philippi and how he approached them openly and with great gentleness.

Gospel Reading Matthew 22: 34-46

In the middle of a pitched battle with the leaders of religious society, Jesus confounds questions designed to trick him and directly attacks their hypocrisy. It is all a precursor of greater conflict to come.

3.00pm Owlswick Evensong

Readings: Isaiah 55:1-11, Luke 4: 14-30

Hymns: 466, Psalm 119 v 89-96, 407, 410, 245

Prayer for the week

Your love, O God, is boundless. We who were strangers have been made your children. We who were defenceless have been brought into your household. Keep us mindful of you deeds of mercy, that we may love you with our whole heart and love our neighbour as ourselves. 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. Amen

Your prayers are asked this week for:

the peoples of Libya as they face a new situation and new problems in their country
members of the Traveller community, especially those who have been evicted from their homes
the people of Thailand, facing new flooding in their land
the mission and ministry of St. Paul’s and other cathedrals
Princes Risborough Chamber of Commerce, office workers and managers.
An end to the waste of food in our nation.
Residents of Place Farm Way (MR) Hawthorn Rd and the High Street (PR)
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; Richard Farrelly, Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith

For the recently departed:

John Miller

Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:

◦ Molly Crockett, Janet Myerson, Dorothy Lee

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
The Church Housing Trust – dedicated to the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.

Notices

Visiting St Paul's

Last year I went to some very interesting debates/ talks in St Paul's Cathedral, given by eminent speakers. This year they are about characters from the Bible. I am hoping to go to the next two on Oct 25th (Mary) and Nov 8th (Jesus). If you would like to join me just let me know. The website is:

http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Learning-Education/St-Pauls-Forum/Public-Debates-2011

Rosemary Tel. 344417

Fellowship Walk, 25^th October

Meet in the lay-by at 9.15am

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance, October 29^th

At 9.30 am on Saturday October 29^th and Saturday December 3^rdwe are looking to clear the fallen leaves from the churchyard and to carry out some general tasks such as pruning trees and maintaining paths. We can provide some tools but if you can bring any yourself that would be extremely helpful. You’re also welcome to bring some plastic bags if you would like to make your own leaf mulch. James

Art and Spirituality Workshop, Saturday October 29^th

Details can be found on the notice board in the porch. If you are interested in going to this event, please can you liaise with The Revd Denise Critchell at Lacey Green (347741) James

The Swan Singers, October 29^th at 7.30

This concert is in aid of Monks Risborough Cricket Club. The Swan Singers are all members of the High Wycombe Orpheus Male Voice Choir. They will be joined in the church by children from Monks Risborough School. Tickets £10 are available from Rosemary Woodward-Court, Eddie Evans or from David Shuttle, 6 Duke Street. Children under 16 come free.

‘Time to Remember’ Service, October 30^th at 3.00pm
This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. There will be refreshments at the end of the service.

Macmillan Cancer Support Gala Concert 30^th Oct

Macmillan Cancer Support will be celebrating its anniversary year with a gala concert of classical music in the New Theatre, Oxford. It is hosted by Brian Kay, will feature Dame Felicity Lott as a soloist, and will culminate in a performance of Faure's Requiem, sung by a come-and-sing choir of 800. Please come and celebrate with Macmillan and support, either in the audience or as a singer in the choir. All the details are available from the New Theatre's website or www.voicesofmacmillan.org.uk

Family Bonfire Night, Saturday November 5^th

This will take place at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot chocolate, mulled wine, hot soup and cakes will be served. Please bring ONE firework or a cake. RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or sueingram@hotmail.com

All Family Service and Baptisms, November 6^th

As part of this service, as well as welcoming Caleb Walford; Leon and Lucie Kilarski in to the life of the church through Baptism, we will also be welcoming musicians and singers from Walters Ash and Knaphill School.

Youth leader wanted:

Risborough Youth Club is looking for a Youth Leader. The post is 4 hours per week and will require the organisation of, and attendance at, one 2 hour Youth Club session per week: closing date 1 November. Interested? Contact either: prycsecretary@gmail.com; Sarah Smith on 01844 274595; or Risborough Town Council office.

Oxford Diocesan Pilgrimage Map

A copy of this can be found in the porch along with individual pocket size leaflets for people to take from the table towards the back of the church. This provides details of some wonderful spiritual places to visit within the Diocese. I hope people will find this initiative beneficial. James

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Sunday 23^rd Oct Today	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Preacher Wg Cdr Mitchell, RAF High Wycombe) 3.00pm Owlswick Choral Evensong
Tues 25^th Oct	9.15am Fellowship Walk – see notices
Thurs 27^th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion
Fri Oct 28^th	1.45 pm Funeral of John Miller (Milton Chapel, Chilterns Crematorium)
Sat 29^th Oct	9.30am Church-Yard leaf sweep and maintenance working party (see notices) 7.30 pm Swan singers concert (see notices)
Sunday 30^th Oct All Saints All Souls	Clocks go back one hour 10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Time To Remember Service; (see notices)
Thurs 3^rd Nov	9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sat 5^th Nov	1.30 pm Wedding 3.30 pm Wedding 5.00 pm Firework party (see notices)
Sunday 6^th Nov	8.00 am Holy communion (BCP) 10.00 am All Age Family Communion and Baptisms 6.00 pm Choral Evensong (including the Revd Serena Hutton)

Sunday 16 October 2011

Pew Sheet 16th October 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.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service. All are welcome.

Sunday 16th October 2011

The 17th Sunday after Trinity

We live in a world which often fails to acknowledge God; a world which can, at times, be hostile to faith. Let us come together today to seek God’s strength so we can stand firm. For, through Jesus God knows exactly what it’s like to live in a hostile world.

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

God in the life of...Tony Watkins

Hymns

Introit 552

Psalm 96 v 1-9

Offertory 314

Communion 1, 475, 937,

Recessional 205

Readings

First Reading Isaiah 45: 1-7

The time had come for God to end the exile of his people in Babylon. To do this he was raising up Cyrus, King of Persia, to crush the Babylonian Empire.

Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 1 v 1-10

Paul greets the Thessalonian church at the start of his letter by expressing thanksgiving for their faith and praising their endurance.

Gospel Reading Matthew 22: 15-22

Jesus’ teaching implied that many of those originally invited to be part of God’s kingdom would be found lacking. The Pharisees realised that this teaching was directed at them and they were furious.

6.00pm Choral Evensong with St Mary’s

Readings: Proverbs 4 v 1-18, 1 John 3 v 16 - Ch 4 v 6 Hymns: 70, Psalm 142, 673, 688
Anthem: ‘Lead me, Lord’ by S.S. Wesley

Prayer for the week

O God, whose image we bear and whose name we carry, yours is the world and all it contains. Recall us to our true allegiance, so that above the powers and rulers of this world you alone may claim our fullest loyalty and love. 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. Amen

Your prayers are asked this week for:

· Peace in the world following fresh waves of violence and protest in Libya, Syria and Tunisia

· The Anglican Church in Australia

· The policing of drunken behaviour and those who are the victims of binge drinking.

· Those who work in the furniture industry: Ercol, Hypnos and other companies

· Residents of Mead Acre and Mead Close (MR) Claydon Place (Longwick) & Clifford Rd (PR)

· 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; Richard Farrelly, Sally Maddox, Dewis Smith

· For the recently departed:

◦ Peter Donald

· Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:

◦ Madeleine Randall

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Rope (Relief for Oppressed People Everywhere), combating oppressive poverty across the world and striving to change the lives of the poor.

Notices

Visiting St Paul's

Last year I went to some very interesting debates/ talks in St Paul's Cathedral, given by eminent speakers. This year they are about characters from the Bible. I am hoping to go to three of them on Oct.18th (Job), 25th (Mary), Nov 8th (Jesus). If you would like to join me just let me know. The website is:

http://www.stpauls.co.uk/Learning-Education/St-Pauls-Forum/Public-Debates-2011

Rosemary Tel. 344417

Fellowship Walk 25^th October

Meet in the lay-by at 9.15am

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance – October 29^th

December 3^rdwe are looking to clear the fallen leaves from the churchyard and to carry out some general tasks such as pruning trees and maintaining paths. We can provide some tools but if you can bring any yourself that would be extremely helpful. You’re also welcome to bring some plastic bags if you would like to make your own leaf mulch. James

Art and Spirituality Workshop

This is to be held on Saturday October 29^th. Details can be found on the notice board in the porch. If you are interested in going to this event, please can you liaise with The Revd Denise Critchell at Lacey Green (347741). James

The Swan Singers - October 29^th at 7.30

Macmillan Cancer Support Gala Concert 30^th Oct

Family Bonfire Night, Saturday November 5^th

Youth leader wanted:

Oxford Diocesan Pilgrimage Map

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Sunday 16^th Oct Today	10.00am Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...Tony Watkins 6.00pm Choral Evensong (with St. Mary’s)
Mon 17^th Oct	8.00pm PCC Meeting
Wed 19^th Oct	2.30pm Friendship Group Party (church hall)
Thurs 20^th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion with the Revd Nancy Wallace 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sunday 23^rd Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Preacher Wg Cdr Mitchell, RAF High Wycombe) 3.00pm Owlswick Choral Evensong
Thurs 27^th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion
Sat 29^th Oct	9.30am Church-Yard leaf sweep and maintenance working party 7.30 pm Swan singers concert (see notices)
Sunday 30^th Oct All Souls	10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Time To Remember service (see notices)

Saturday 8 October 2011

Pew Sheet 9th October 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.

The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.

Please join us for refreshments in the Church Hall immediately after the 10.00am service. All are welcome.

Sunday 9th October 2011

The 16th Sunday after Trinity

God our Father invites us all to share in the banquet of his love. Let us lift our hearts and minds in worship as we prepare to receive God’s grace in word and sacrament.

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

Hymns

Introit 534

Psalm 23

Offertory 428

Communion 156, 82, 202,

Anthem Thou Visitest the Earth

Recessional 631

Readings

First Reading Isaiah 25: 1-9

The prophet celebrates the abundant goodness of God, who is a refuge in time of need and will swallow up death for ever.

Second Reading Philippians 4: 1-9

Paul urges the Philippians to stand firm together in the work of the Gospel, rejoicing in God and setting their minds on all that is good and true.

Gospel Reading Matthew 22: 1-14

A warning to those who reject the good news of the kingdom proclaimed by Jesus

11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)

Readings: Isaiah 25 v 1-9, Matthew 22 v 1-14

6.00pm Choral Evensong

Readings: Proverbs 3 v 1-18, 1 John 3 v 1-15
Hymns: 347, Psalm 139 v 1-9, 161, 69

Prayer for the week

God of goodness and kindness, you invite all peoples to the banquet and offer them a feast beyond compare. Give us you saving grace to keep unstained the robe of our baptism until that day when you welcome us to heaven’s joyful table. 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. Amen

Your prayers are asked this week for:

Archbishop Rowan Williams, as he begins his pastoral visit to Africa: that he will bring comfort, support, and hope of peace to persecuted Christians in the region.
Revd Jennifer Locke as she is installed as Team Vicar of Bledlow, Saunderton and Horsenden
An end to the conflicts in Libya, Afghanistan and other parts of the world
Local shops, post offices and small businesses
Residents of Crowbrook Road & The Hawthorns (MR), Blacksmiths Road and Blenheim Close (Longwick)
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, Sally Maddox, Peter Donald, Dewis Smith

For the recently departed:
Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:

Ken Bradshaw, Ivy Davies, Ena Styles, Joan Randall, Neil Radford

Notices

Harvest Helpers

Grateful thanks to everyone who helped with the Harvest Lunch. To the two stalwarts who helped beforehand and to the army of people who spontaneously lent a hand afterwards. Thanks too to those who contributed to our lovely array of puddings and those who made the church look so beautiful with the various floral displays. Rosemary, Sue and James

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’ –STARTS THIS WEEK!

‘The Apprentice’ is a five session course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. The sessions will be held on Thursday evenings from 8.00 to 9.30 on the following dates at the following venues: October 13^th (The Willows, Mill Lane); November 10^th (The Rectory, Mill Lane); December 1^st (The Willows); January 12^th (The Rectory); February 9^th (The Willows). If you would like to come to one or more of the sessions please let either Sue Kemp (275157) or Rev James Tomkins (275944) know.

Fellowship Group Meeting – October 13^th

Pauline Kimber will talk about “Zambian Life”. Meetings start in the church hall at 8.00pm. Husband and friends are welcome

Fellowship Walk 25^th October

Meet in the lay-by at 9.15am

Churchyard leaf sweep/maintenance – October 29^th

The Swan Singers - October 29^th at 7.30

‘Time to Remember’ Service, October 30^th at 3.00pm

This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. There will be refreshments at the end of the service.

Family Bonfire Night, Saturday November 5^th

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Sun 9^th Oct Today	10.00am Parish Eucharist 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP) 6.00pm Choral Evensong
Tues 11^th Oct	7.30 pm Licensing Service for the Revd Jennifer Locke, Holy Trinity Bledlow
Wed 12^th Oct	9.30 am Monks Risborough School visit (year 2)
Thurs 13^th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys 8.00pm Fellowship Group (see notices) 8.00 pm ‘The Apprentice’ (see notices)
Sunday 16^th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...Tony Watkins 6.00pm Choral Evensong (with St. Mary’s)
Mon 17^th Oct	8.00pm PCC Meeting
Wed 19^th Oct	2.30pm Friendship Group Party
Thurs 20^th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion with the Revd Nancy Wallace 2.00 pm Monks Monkeys
Sunday 23^rd Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist (Preacher Wg Cdr Mitchell, RAF High Wycombe) 3.00pm Owlswick Choral Evensong

Saturday 1 October 2011

Pew Sheet 2nd October 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.

Sunday 2nd October 2011

The 15th Sunday after Trinity

Harvest Festival

Today we come to give thanks for the harvest from God that we enjoy in so many ways, whilst remaining mindful of the needs of other.

Today

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

11.00 am All Age Family Service without Communion – Harvest Festival

Hymns
719; 6; Lord of the Harvest; 825; 332, 766

Readings

First Reading Deuteronomy 8 v 7-18
A call to give thanks, remember and obey

Gospel Reading Luke 12 v 16 – 30
Jesus tells the parable of the rich fool and goes on to encourage his disciples to trust in the provision of God

6.00 pm Choral Evensong

Readings: Deuteronomy 28 v 1-14, Luke 17 v 11-19
Hymns: 184, Psalm 165, 649, 579

Prayer for the week

Yours, O God, is the vineyard and its harvest, you’re the kingdom of justice and peace. You call your people to tend its growth. Bless the work entrusted to our hand, that we may offer you an abundance of just works, a rich harvest of peace. 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:

Food manufacturing for the convenience and choice that it gives us.
Those who work in agriculture
For an end to the violence in Libya, Syria, Afghanistan and other parts of the world
Revd Jennifer Locke as she prepares to be licensed as the next vicar of Bledlow, Saunderton and Horsenden
Residents of Askett, Askett Lane and Letterbox Lane (MR), Angood Close and Ash Road (PR)
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, Sally Maddox, Peter Donald

For the recently departed:

◦ Edith Newman

Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:

◦ Brian Frow, Carla Holland, Winifred Eggleton

Please remember the charities that St Dunstan's supports, in particular this week:
Rope (Relief for Oppressed People Everywhere), combating oppressive poverty across the world and striving to change the lives of the poor.

Notices

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’
‘The Apprentice’ is a five session course that covers the following themes: journeying; longing; believing; questioning and belonging. Following a short DVD, a series of questions will help us to explore and discuss these various topics. The sessions will be held on Thursday evenings from 8.00 to 9.30 on the following dates at the following venues: October 13th (The Willows, Mill Lane); November 10th (The Rectory, Mill Lane); December 1st (The Willows); January 12th (The Rectory); February 9th (The Willows). If you would like to come to one or more of the sessions please let either Sue Kemp (275157) or Rev James Tomkins (275944) know.

The Swan Singers - October 29th
This concert is in aid of Monks Risborough Cricket Club. The Swan Singers are all members of the High Wycombe Orpheus Male Voice Choir. They will be joined in the church by children from Monks Risborough School. Tickets £10 are available from Rosemary Woodward-Court, Eddie Evans or from David Shuttle, 6 Duke Street. Children under 16 come free.

Summer Fete
Thank you to everyone who helped in the preparation and on the day. We raised a grand total of around £1450

Fellowship Group Meeting – October 13th
Pauline Kimber will talk about “Zambian Life”. Meetings start in the church hall at 8.00pm. Husband and friends are welcome

Fellowship Walk 25th October
Meet in the lay-by at 9.15am

The Next Few of Weeks

Morning Prayer takes place on Monday (apart from Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.

Sun 2nd Oct
Today 8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
11.00am Harvest Festival All Age Family Service without Communion
6.00pm Choral Evensong
Mon Oct 3rd 9.30am School Harvest Festival
8.00pm Silent Prayer Group (church hall)

Thurs 6th Oct 9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing
2.00pm Monks Monkeys

Sat 8th Oct 1.00pm Wedding

Sun 9th Oct 10.00am Parish Eucharist
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP)
6.00pm Choral Evensong

Tues 11th Oct 7.30 pm Licensing Service for the Revd Jennifer Locke, Holy Trinity Bledlow

Thurs 13th Oct 9.30am Holy Communion

8.00pm Friendship Group – see notices

Sunday 16th Oct 10.00am Parish Eucharist, God in the life of...Tony Watkins
6.00pm Choral Evensong

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Saturday 29 October 2011

Pew Sheet 30th October 2011

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough & St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

Sunday 30rd October 2011

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Lane Setting)

Hymns

Your prayers are asked this week for:

Notices

The Next Few of Weeks

Saturday 22 October 2011

Pew Sheet 23rd October 2011

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough & St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

Sunday 23rd October 2011

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

God in the life of... Wg Cdr Ashley Mitchell (RAF High Wycombe)

Hymns

Your prayers are asked this week for:

Notices

The Next Few of Weeks

Sunday 16 October 2011

Pew Sheet 16th October 2011

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough & St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

Sunday 16th October 2011

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

Hymns

Your prayers are asked this week for:

Notices

The Next Few of Weeks

Saturday 8 October 2011

Pew Sheet 9th October 2011

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough & St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

Sunday 9th October 2011

Today

10.00 am Parish Eucharist (Addington Setting)

Hymns

Your prayers are asked this week for:

Notices

The Next Few of Weeks

Saturday 1 October 2011

Pew Sheet 2nd October 2011

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

Sunday 23^rd October 2011

God in the life of...
Wg Cdr Ashley Mitchell (RAF High Wycombe)

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick