Pew Sheet 29th January 2012

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.

Today

Sunday 29th January 2012

4th Sunday of Epiphany


10.00 am Parish Eucharist   (Addington Setting)

Those who heard Jesus ’teachings were astounded by the authority of his words.  In this Eucharist, we celebrate the presence of the Word made flesh, and receive him to ourselves in the bread and the wine. .   

Hymns

Introit: 485
Psalm: 111: 1-7 
Offertory: 54
Communion:
‘Jesus remember me’
‘Illumina faciem tuam’ (translation below)
‘Brightest and best of the sons of the morning’  
Recessional: 332

First Reading               Deuteronomy 18: 15-20
Moses foresees that God will raise a prophet to follow him, but the people must be able to distinguish a genuine prophet from one who is false.  

Second Reading           Revelation 12: 1-5a
The vision is presented of a woman about to give birth, threatened by a beast intent on devouring her child.  But God provides safe keeping both for her and her son.   

Gospel Reading            Mark 1: 21-28
At Capernaum, Jesus astounds the people by his authority, both in preaching and healing the sick.   

6.00pm   Evensong

Readings: 1 Samuel 3:1-20, 1 Corinthians 14: 12-20
Hymns: 120, Psalm 34:1-10, 686, 537

‘Illumina faciem tuam’
Let your face shine on your servant.
Save me in your merciful love. O Lord, let me never be
put to shame for I call to you. In you, O Lord, have I hoped, let me never be confounded: Deliver me in your justice.


Prayer for the week

Faithful God, your Holy One, Jesus of Nazareth, spoke the truth with authority, and you confirmed his teaching by wondrous deeds.  Through his healing presence, drive far from us all that is unholy, so that by work and deed we may proclaim him Messiah and Lord, and bear witness to your power to heal and save.  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:

•  Those facing conflict or unrest in Syria, Libya, Nigeria, Iran and Iraq
• those whose task is to be responsible for the financial welfare of our nation and for those looking after elderly people in care homes and hospitals
• The mission, ministry and congregational life of the Anglican Church of North India, and of St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s in this paris
• Residents of Westmead (MR) and  Longwick Road (PR & L)
• Those in need who are known in our parish:
• and also further afield for:
• Gordon Haynes; Christine; Joan Male; Richard Irvine; Emma, Matt and Olivia; Sarah and Matt; Sally Maddox, Sylvia Jackson, Marjorie Palmer
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time particularly:  
•  Oscar Tahmasebi, Win Cummings, Robert Millican, Ruth Rider, Tom Randall, Hugh Greig, William Storie, David Carr.

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

Could you represent St Dunstan’s on the Lighthouse Committee?

The committee meets once a month from 8-10pm.  It comprises members of each of the churches in Risborough as well as representatives from the sub groups that make Lighthouse tick; craft, main stage, finance, fund raising etc.  Your role would be to ensure that St Dunstan’s has a voice in the running of Lighthouse and to drum up support in our own church community for volunteers and fund raising initiatives.  You don’t necessarily have to help during the actual Lighthouse week or even have young children yourself, but be enthusiastic for the concept! If you would like to know more please contact Cathy Farquhar 343226 or James.

Electoral Roll

The annual revision will take place from 17th February 2012.  If you wish to have your name added, please complete an application form, available from me or in the Church porch, and return to me no later than 28th February 2012. If you wish your name to be removed please contact me.  Roger Timms (01844 344966)

Bible Study Group – ‘The Apprentice’, February 9th

‘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. The next session will be held on Thursday February 9th from 8.00 to 9.30 at The Willows, Mill Lane. All are welcome. James

Christian Aid AGM Feb 15th

Everyone is invited to the Christian Aid (Princes Risborough) AGM at 7.30pm in the Baptist Church Hall.  The meeting will be combined with a talk about the work of Christian Aid.

Flower Arranging Workshop February 18th

This is being run on Saturday from 10-12.30 in the church.  No experience required and minimal cost.  Please telephone Gwen Miles 01844 345230 if you are interested.

Small group, BIG QUESTIONS, February 24th, 10 am

Starting on Friday February 24th and running weekly up to March 23rd, everyone is welcome to come along to The Rectory at the top of Mill Lane, Monks Risborough from 10.00 to 11.30 to explore questions of faith and other aspects of Christianity. Come with your doubts, your hopes and your questions. As part of an informal group we aim to answer those questions that we all struggle with from time to time. Each week will start with some refreshments followed by a DVD to stimulate discussion and a time for people to listen, ask questions and share their thoughts. Topics will include ‘Who is Jesus’ and ‘how can I be sure of my Faith’. To book a place please contact either James or Alan Barnes (01844) 273390 alanazzsoul@aol.com

"Exodus: The Roaming Tour", Saturday 25th February

The highly acclaimed mime artist Steve Murray is coming to the Oasis Centre, Bell Street, Princes Risborough. “Steve Murray brings a unique and inspirational presentation of short performances that take you on a journey through Bible stories and life experiences.  From start to finish, you will feel entertained, moved, challenged and inspired as you enter into the wonderful world of human theatre". The evening starts at 7.30pm.  Ticket prices £7.50 (£20 family ticket) including refreshments.  Tickets are available from the Chiltern Christian Fellowship Church office on 01844 275822.

A ‘Pilgrim Tour’ of Westminster Abbey, Wednesday March 21st

I have managed to make special arrangements for a prayer pilgrimage at Westminster Abbey on Wednesday March 21st. We will meet in the ‘lay-by’ in Monks Risborough at 3.45 pm to travel up to London by coach to arrive at the Abbey after it has closed to the general public. We will join a Canon Steward for a ‘pilgrim tour’ which will take us around the Abbey hearing about its history and praying in its sacred places. The tour will begin at 6.15pm ending with Compline at 7.15pm. We hope to return to Monks Risborough at about 9 pm. The cost will be £12 for adults, £6 for your first child under 18 (subsequent children free). You may want to bring a ‘snack’ with you. To book a place please contact Rev James Tomkins jamestomkins@btinternet.com (01844 275944)

Congratulations – MBE!

The director of the Whitechapel Mission, Tony Miller has been made an MBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours. Now in his 30th year at Whitechapel, Mr Miller said the award was a “fantastic honour” and he was looking forward to a really special experience at Buckingham Palace. “I am grateful to all those who work, volunteer, support and serve the Whitechapel Mission, as they are the true deservers of this recognition,” he said.

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

Sunday 29th Jan	10.00am Parish Eucharist 6.00pm  Evensong
Thurs 2nd Feb Candlemas	9.30am Healing and Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys
Sunday 5th Feb	8.00am  Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism with choir and musicians from Monks Risborough School 6.00pm  Choral Evensong
Thurs 9th Feb	9.30am  Holy Communion 2.00pm  Monks Monkeys 8.00 pm Fellowship Meeting (church hall)
Sun 12th Feb	10.00am Parish Eucharist 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm  Evensong