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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
Churchwardens: Rosemary Woodward-Court
01844 344417 & Sue Ingram 01844 275287
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.
Sunday 17th March 2013
Fifth Sunday of Lent - Passiontide
When Jesus went to dinner with the family at Bethany, Mary worshipped at his feet, prompting insights from Jesus. Let us so worship him today that we too receive spiritual insights.
10.00 am Parish Eucharist Merbecke Setting
Psalm: 126
Communion: 368, 34, 931
First Reading Isaiah 43:16-21
Isaiah refers back to he first saving act of God when God brought the Israelites out of Egypt into the Promised Land, and reveals that God has now promised to do something new and amazing for his people.
Second Reading Philippians 3:4b-14
Paul states his Jewish credentials, but counts them as so much dross against his goal of striving to know Christ and the power of his resurrection.
Gospel Reading John 12:1-8
Mary of Bethany anoints Jesus’ feet with expensive perfume and wipes them on her hair, much to the discomfort of Judas Iscariot.
6:00pm Choral Evensong
Readings: 2 Chronicles 35: v 1-6 & 10-16; Luke 22: 1-13
Hymns: 723, Psalm 35:1-10, 625, 333
Prayer for the Week
God of power, God of mercy, you bring forth springs in the wasteland and turn despair into hope. Look not upon the sins of our past, but lift from our hearts the failures that weigh us down, that we may find refreshment and life in Christ, our liberator from sin, who, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Sprit, holy and mighty God for ever and ever. Amen.
Your prayers are asked this week for:
- Justin Welby as he prepares to be enthroned as archbishop of Canterbury and Frances I following his election as pope
- Peace in the troubled parts of the world and for the vulnerable in society to be protected
- Those who protect our heritage and countryside.
- Lacey Green Windmill
- All delivery drivers and companies, for the important role in servicing our economy.
- The archaeological dig and plans to extend the churchyard at St. Dunstan’s
- The mission, ministry and congregational life of the Methodist Church, Princes Risborough.
- Residents of: Willow Way (PR), Bledlow Road and Chiltern View (Sa)
- Those in need who are known in our parish:
- and also further afield for:
- Joan Male, Bill Male, Richard Irvine, Alastair, Marion Mullens
- The recently departed: Marjorie Browne
- Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
- Doreen Morrison, Agnes Bowell, Alan Laken, Eddy Tranter, Charlotte Campbell Dewar, Mark Russell, Tom Kingham.
Please remember the charities that the parish supports, in particular this week:
The Church Housing Trust
Dedicated to the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.
Dedicated to the rehabilitation and resettlement of homeless people of all ages and backgrounds.
Notices
Risborough Cares Charity
The Annual General Meeting of the Risborough Cares Charity will take place on Thursday March 21st at 7 pm for 7.30 pm at the Princes Centre, Clifford Road in the Upper Hall. Please come and support the event and find out the latest news concerning the Princes Centre.
‘Open House’ at The Rectory, Mill Lane
Every six weeks or so people meet as part of an informal group to encourage people in their faith through friendship and by looking at topical issues. A short DVD is shown at the beginning of the evening to start the discussions off. The meetings are held on different evenings of the week over the year so that everyone has the opportunity to participate. The next meeting will be on Thursday March 21st at 8 pm to which everyone is welcome to come along to.
Christian Aid – Super Soup Lunch March 22nd
12.30 – 2.00pm. Three varieties of home made soup to choose from, a piece of crusty bread and tea/coffee. All for £4.00 and served in the hall. How can you refuse? See you there. Rosemary.
Passion Narrative – Director Required!
Many people will be aware that on the Sunday before Easter (March 24th) in place of the sermon we usually have a reading of the passion Narrative. The script is already written so it just requires someone to take on the role of co-ordinating a group of adults to speak out the various parts that make up the story. If you are interested in co-ordinating this please let James know. No previous acting experience required!
Easter Lilies in memory of a loved one
If you would like to take part please write legibly your name and the person(s) whom you wish to be remembered on the clipboard near the door. If you would like to make a donation please put the contribution into a blue gift aid envelope and write “Easter Lily” on the envelope, write your name & address on it if you are a taxpayer and put it in the wooden chest on the pillar or hand to Rev James Tomkins.
Easter Cross
To celebrate Easter Day we are making an Easter Cross out of flowers. At the 10 am service everyone is invited to bring flowers to stick in to and decorate the Cross that will have been made. A picture of such a Cross can be found on the notice board in the porch. Torie Collinge and Gwen Miles
Electoral Roll
Every six years the church electoral roll is completely revised. Forms will need to be completed and returned by March 31st to the electoral roll officer Mr Roger Timms, Nags Head House, Aylesbury Road, Monks Risborough, HP27 0JT. Forms are available in St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s.
Altar Server(s) required
We are very fortunate that Sheila is here for most weeks of the year but occasionally she is away and therefore it would be good to recruit one or more extra people to fulfil this role. If any adults or children would like to know more about what’s involved please speak with either James or Sheila.
Spring Concert, Saturday April 20th 7.00 pm
The musicians from the Trio D’Hiver are back by demand
playing a popular programme of classical music including pieces by Beethoven and Dvorak. Tickets are £8.00 (special deals apply) from Pat Kimber Tel 273942 or David Shuttle in Princes Risborough
Sidespersons (welcomers)
We are very fortunate to have a group of people who help to welcome people to services. If you would like your name to be included as part of this group of people please let James, Sue or Rosemary know.
The Next Few Weeks
Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays (except Bank Holidays), Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45 at St. Dunstan’s.
| Sun 17th Mar | 10.00am Parish Eucharist 6.00pm Choral Evensong |
| Mon 18th Mar | 8.00pm PCC meeting (church hall) |
| Wed 20th Mar | 2.30pm Friendship Group (church hall) |
| Thurs 21st Mar | 9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys 8.00pm ‘Open House’ at the Rectory |
| Fri 22nd Mar | 12.30pm Super Soup lunch (see notices) |
| Sun 24th March Palm Sunday Start of Holy Week |
10.00am Parish Eucharist and procession of palms (starts in lay-by) 3.00pm Owlswick Choral Evensong |
| Mon 25th Mar | 8.00pm Stations of the Cross |
| Tue 26th Mar | 9.15am Fellowship Walk (meet in layby) 8.00pm Compline |
| Wed 27th Mar | 8.00pm Compline |
| Thurs 28th Mar Maundy Thursday |
9.30am Holy Communion 10.30am Monks Risborough School Service 2.00pm Monks Monkeys 8.00pm Parish Eucharist Washing of hands, Stripping of the Altar and Vigil |
| Fri 29th Mar Good Friday |
11.00am CTR Walk of Witness 2.00pm Service of Readings and Reflection |
| Sun 31st Mar Easter Sunday |
6.00am CTR Sunrise Service at Whiteleaf Cross 8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All age Family Eucharist 6.00pm Choral Evensong |
| Thurs 4th Apr | 9.30am Holy Communion and prayers for healing |
| Sat 6th Apr | 2.30pm Wedding |
| Sun 7th Apr | 8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Eucharist and Baptism of Isla Watkins 6.00pm Choral Evensong |
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