Pew sheet 24th, 25th and 27th Decemcer 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!
We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. 

Thursday 24th December 2015
Christmas Eve

We gather on this dark night to celebrate the birth of Jesus.  The birth of a child brought light and comfort into the world, two thousand years ago and still does today 

11.30pm Midnight Communion
Readings: Isaiah 9 v 2-7, Titus 2 v 11-14, Luke 2 v 1-14
Hymns: 521, 523, 330, 479
Communion: 971, 326, 861, 321

Friday 25th December 2015
Christmas Day

This is a very special day: today we remember that God’s only Son came to dwell on earth and that he experienced not only the joys of being human, but all the pains, trials and anguish too.

8.00am Holy Communion



10.00am All Age Family Communion
Readings: Psalm 98, Matthew 1 v 18-end
Hymns: 508, 964, 776, 745, 266
Communion: 47, 597, 588, 641

Sunday 27th December 2015
John, Apostle and Evangelist

As we prepare to worship on this first Sunday after Christmas, let us gather as followers of the one who has created a new people around him, Jesus Christ, the Word of God.

10.00am Parish Communion
(followed by mince pies/coffee at the Rectory)
 
Readings: Exodus 33:7-11a; 1 John 1; John 21:19b-end
Hymns: 94 (vs. 1, 2, 4 & 6), 148, 266
Psalm: 117
Communion: 729, 93

3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Readings: Isaiah 6 v 1-8, 1 John 5 v 1-12
Hymns: 21, 29, 39, 25
Psalm 97


Prayer of the week
As your sons and daughters, O loving God, we come before you in thanksgiving, called and united by your eternal Word. Teach us to ponder the mystery of Nazareth, that we may always find in you the source of our strength and the unity of our families. We ask this through Jesus Christ, your Word made flesh, 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 peace of the world with an end to the fighting in Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan and other troubled parts of the world
• Those who do not look forward to Christmas, who have no one to share it with, who are missing lost ones, or for whom the message of Jesus’ birth has no meaning.
• God’s blessing on all victims of terrorism and refugees who flee to escape intolerable situations in their homelands
• Those affected by further flooding in Cumbria
• Those who volunteer in our community and run services on behalf of the sick, the elderly, housebound and children
• Charity shops and all who support them, giving of their own time to organise them
• Stoke Mandeville Hospital. Doctors, nurses, other staff, and their patients.
• Shortborough Avenue (PR) Turnip End (Sp)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly, Gabie, Dave Skinner, Andy
• The recently departed: Audrey Stonell, Roy Lawrence
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Philip Kelleway, Amy Wilkins, Peter Carmody, Geoffrey Copcutt, Elizabeth Spittles, Shelagh Bartlett, Doug Crabbe, Richard Farrelly

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
Relief for Oppressed People Everywhere (ROPE) is committed to combating the impact of poverty across the world. www.rope.org.uk.

Notices

Coffee and Mince Pies at The Rectory
Everyone is invited for coffee and mince pies at The Rectory after the 10.00am Communion service on Sunday December 27th. Even if you don’t come to the service you are very welcome!

Fellowship Group
There will be no walk or Knit-ins in December. These will resume on January 26th and 28th respectively. The next meeting will be a coffee morning on Thursday January 14th at the home of June Timms, The Nag’s Head, Aylesbury Road from 10am to 12 noon. All are welcome to the Fellowship’s activities

Silent Prayer Meeting – Monday January 4th at 8pm
We need silence to help us to get a proper perspective on our lives; to hear the still, small voice of God, and to refresh our inner being. All are welcome to the church hall for these meetings of any faith or none. For further information please contact James

Newsletter – early copy date!
Copy date for contributions is 5th January.  Please send entries to john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com

Bethany House Group
This restarts on January 13th with ‘Prayers of the Old Testament’ at 76 Westmead, Princes Risborough. For more information please contact Rev. Rose Williams 274225

The Friendship Group
We meet in the church hall on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30 pm. The next meeting is Wednesday 20th January. All welcome!
 ‘Open House’, Thursday January 21st at 8pm at the Rectory
Under the umbrella of “The Jesus lifestyle” we shall conclude our look at the radical teaching found in the Sermon on the Mount and apply it to the 21st century. The DVD lasts approximately 35 minutes and leaves plenty of time for discussion at the end. Everyone is welcome. James

Film Nights at St. Dunstan’s
Saturday January 23rd at 5 pm, ‘Big Hero 6’ (PG): a fabulous Disney film of high tech heroes with free marshmallows. Saturday January 30th at 7 pm, ‘The Second Best Marigold Hotel’ (PG): the next instalment from the hotel that promises everything but usually fails to deliver! Free speciality tea. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults - £3, children - £1. For advanced bookings please contact Johanna Powell 01844 343996 or Rachel Ungi 01844 761535.

Come and discover St. Albans Abbey with an Evening Pilgrimage
On Wednesday March 16th there will be an opportunity to visit St. Albans Abbey. Leaving by coach from the lay-by off the A4010 in Monks Risborough at 5.30 pm, the evening starts with a sandwich and cake buffet in the Abbot’s kitchen at 7 pm. This is followed by a Pilgrimage Prayer Trail around the Cathedral, Compline by candlelight in the Quire before concluding with a silent procession to the Shrine of Saint Alban. We will return to the lay-by in Monks Risborough at about 10.15pm. The cost is £17.50 with limited spaces available. If you would like to book a place please contact Rev James Tomkins jamestomkins@btinternet.com (01844 275944) and send your money with cheques payable to ‘Monks Risborough PCC’ to the Rectory, Mill Lane, Monks Risborough, HP27 9JE .

Do you have an interest in flowers?
Join the St. Dunstan’s Flower Team – if you are interested in helping with church flowers we would love to hear from you. We are always keen to recruit and offer workshops, fun and help at all stages. Please contact Gwen Miles on 01844 345230 or Jenny Masterton-Smith 01844 273538.

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Thurs 31st Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 5.00pm Evening Prayer (said)
Sun 3rd Jan	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Mon 4th Jan	8.00pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 7th Jan	9.30am Healing & Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sun 10th Jan	10.00am Parish Communion 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Mon 11th Jan	11.00am World War One Act of commemoration at the War Memorial
Thurs 14th Jan	9.30am Holy Communion 10.00am Fellowship Coffee morning (see notices) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sun 17th Jan	10.00am Parish Communion 3.00pm Farewell Choral Evensong at All Saints High Wycombe for Archdeacon Karen Gorham 6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 21st Jan	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm ‘Open House’ at The Rectory
Sat 23rd Jan	5.00pm ‘Big Hero 6’, Film night in church (see notices)
Sun 24th Jan	10.00am Parish Communion 3.00pm Churches Together in Risborough Service of Christian Unity at Owlswick Chapel

Pew Sheet 20th December 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service.
The children from the 10 o’clock club are having their party in the Church Hall during the service

Sunday 20th December 2015
Fourth Sunday of Advent

We gather together in communion with the worldwide Church as we anticipate the arrival of Christ in our lives. Let us open our hearts and minds to the joy of the Word made flesh in our world.

10.00am Parish Communion
Hymns: 406, 605, 631
Canticle: Magnificat
Communion: 634, 182, 922

First Reading Micah 5:2-5a
Micah prophesies that out of humble Bethlehem will come a ruler who will shepherd his people Israel.

Second Reading Hebrews 10:5-10
The writer to the Hebrews writes of Christ’s humble willingness to do the will of God as being worth more than the burnt offerings of the people.

Gospel Luke 1:26-38
The Angel Gabriel visits Mary with some shocking news

3.00pm Owlswick Carol Service

Prayer of the week
Who are we, Lord God, that you should come to us? Yet you have visited your people and redeemed us in your Son. As we prepare to celebrate his birth, make our hearts leap for joy at the sound of your Word, and move us by your Spirit to bless your wonderful works. We ask this through him whose coming is certain, whose day draws near: your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, 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:

• All victims of terrorism, throughout the world; may governments and those with authority or influence work together to bring a lasting worldwide peace.
• Those whose lives, homes or livelihoods are threatened by extreme weather: that they will receive the help and support they need to rebuild their lives.
• Those who do not look forward to Christmas, those who have no one to share it with, who are missing loved ones or who are homeless
• Those who volunteer in our community and run services on behalf of the sick, the elderly, housebound and children
• The work of Rennie Grove Hospice Care, Florence Nightingale House and
• MacMillan Nurses. Those suffering from cancer and those who fear it.
• Poppy Road (PR) Water Lane (Sp)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly, Gabie, Dave Skinner, Andy
• The recently departed: Roy Lawrence, Audrey Stonell, Ann Clark
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  Irene Edwards, Geoff Stevens

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
Rennie Grove Hospice Care provides hospice care at home and in a day hospice for patients with a life-limiting illness in Herts and Bucks. www.renniegrove.org

Notices

Christingle Service
Thank you to everyone who supported this wonderful service. Over £400 was raised for the Children’s Society

Christmas Concert by Candlelight with the Chinnor Silver Band
Over 200 people attended or played at this amazing concert. There was a fabulous atmosphere, great music and around £1650 was raised. Thank you to everyone who helped with the refreshments, moved pews, sold tickets etc. James

Coffee and Mince Pies at The Rectory
As in the past everyone is invited for coffee and mince pies at The Rectory after the 10.00am Communion service on Sunday December 27th. Even if you don’t come to the service you are very welcome!

Fellowship Group
There will be no walk or Knit-ins in December. These will resume on January 26th and 28th respectively. The next meeting will be a coffee morning on Thursday January 14th at the home of June Timms, The Nag’s Head, Aylesbury Road. All are welcome to the Fellowship’s activities.

Newsletter – early copy date!
Copy date for contributions is 5th January.  Please send entries to john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com

Bethany House Group
This restarts on January 13th with prayers of the Old Testament at 76 Westmead, Princes Risborough. For more information please contact Rev. Rose Williams 274225.

The Friendship Group
We meet in the church hall on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30 pm. The next meeting is Wednesday 20th January. All welcome!

Film Nights at St. Dunstan’s
Saturday January 23rd at 5 pm, ‘Big Hero 6’ (PG): a fabulous Disney film of high tech heroes with free marshmallows. Saturday January 30th at 7 pm, ‘The Second Best Marigold Hotel’ (PG): the next instalment from the hotel that promises everything but usually fails to deliver! Free speciality tea. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Adults - £3, children - £1. For advanced bookings please contact Johanna Powell 01844 343996 or Rachel Ungi 01844 761535

Come and discover St. Albans Abbey with an Evening Pilgrimage
On Wednesday March 16th there will be an opportunity to visit St. Albans Abbey. Leaving by coach from the lay-by off the A4010 in Monks Risborough at 5.30 pm, the evening starts with a sandwich and cake buffet in the Abbot’s kitchen at 7 pm. This is followed by a Pilgrimage Prayer Trail around the Cathedral, Compline by candlelight in the Quire before concluding with a silent procession to the Shrine of Saint Alban. We will return to the lay-by in Monks Risborough at about 10.15pm. The cost is £17.50 with limited spaces available. If you would like to book a place please contact Rev James Tomkins jamestomkins@btinternet.com (01844 275944) and send your money with cheques payable to ‘Monks Risborough PCC’ to the Rectory, Mill Lane, Monks Risborough, HP27 9JE

First Aid in the church and church hall
Very occasionally people require first aid either in the church or in the church hall. There are first aid kits and accident report books located in the vestry behind the organ, in the light switch cupboard near to the font and in the church hall. Jackie Highe, Jackie Manthorpe and Sue Ingram are experienced first aiders and can be called upon if necessary during a service. If an accident/incident does occur please can the accident report book be completed nearest to the incident/accident. Thank you, James

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Mon 21st Dec	11.00am Funeral of Audrey Stonell at St. Dunstan’s 1.45pm Funeral of Roy Lawrence at the Chilterns Crematorium, Amersham
Thurs 24th Dec Christmas Eve	9.30am Holy Communion 3.00pm Crib Service 6.00pm Village Carol Service 11.30pm Midnight Communion
Friday 25th Dec Christmas Day	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion
Sun 27th Dec	10.00am Parish Communion (followed by mince pies/coffee at the Rectory) 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Thurs 31st Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 5.00pm Evening Prayer (said)
Sun 3rd Jan	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Mon 4th Jan	8.00pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs 7th Jan	9.30am Healing & Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sun 10th Jan	10.00am Parish Communion 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Mon 11th Jan	11.00am World War One Act of commemoration at the War Memorial
Thurs 14th Jan	9.30am Holy Communion Fellowship Coffee morning (see notices) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sun 17th Jan	10.00am Parish Communion 3.00pm Farewell Choral Evensong at All Saints High Wycombe for Archdeacon Karen Gorham 6.00pm Evensong

Pew Sheet 13th December 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!
We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 13th December 2015
Third Sunday of Advent

At Advent we look forward to the coming of the king. Let us worship him in active anticipation, so that our hearts may be ready to receive him.

10.00am Parish Communion

Hymns: 57, 428, 282

Communion: 978, 633, 949

Psalm: 146

First Reading Zephaniah 3:14-end

The prophet exhorts God’s people to rejoice: God is present among them in his love and power. Zephaniah declares the Lord’s purpose as bringing deliverance, healing and honour.

Second Reading Philippians 4:4-7
Paul encourages the Philippian Christians to take joy in their Lord. He urges them to release all their anxieties into grateful prayer. In so doing, they will experience God’s peace.

Gospel Luke 3:7-18
John calls the crowds coming for water baptism to a repentance that will result in changed lives. He proclaims the imminent appearance of the Messiah, who will judge, refine and baptise God’s people with the Holy Spirit.

11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Zephaniah 3 v 14-end, Luke 3 v 7-18

6.00pm   St. Dunstan's Nine Lessons & Carol Service

Prayer of the week
Almighty God, you sent your Son into a world where wheat must be winnowed from the chaff and evil clings even to what is good. Let the fire of your Spirit purge us of greed and deceit, so that, purified, we may find our peace in you and you may delight in us. Grant this through him whose coming is certain, whose day draws near: Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, 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:

• Those whose homes and livelihoods have been damaged or destroyed by the flooding in North West England and Scotland
• An end to the fighting in Syria, Iraq and other troubled parts of the world
• Refugees, the homeless and victims of violence
• Those who maintain the emergency response depot at Bicester and enable relief to be given at very short notice in any part of the world.
• Wycombe General Hospital. Doctors, nurses, other staff and patients.
• The Old Garden Centre (PR) Flowers Bottom Lane & Lily Bottom Lane (Sp)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly, Gabie, Dave Skinner, Andy
• The recently departed: Betty Tomkins, Roy Lawrence, Peter Neaves, Audrey Stonell
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Lilian Thomas, Audrey Astley-Cooper, Peter Hoar
  
  

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
The Princes Centre provides day care services for older people and people with different disabilities     www.princescentre.org.uk.

Notices

Advent Fair
This was a terrific success. There was a bubbly atmosphere with many delightful gifts to buy. The school sang brilliantly and in total £950 was raised. Thank you to everyone who supported and helped out at this event. James

Christingle Service
Thank you to everyone who supported this wonderful service. Over £400 was raised for the Children’s Society

Congregational Carol Singing, December 14th 6.30-8.00
Meeting at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village with the church choir to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served in the church hall. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

The Friendship Group
We meet in the church hall on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30 pm. The next meeting is Wednesday 16th December. All welcome!

Christmas Concert by Candlelight with the Chinnor Silver Band – Sold Out!

Jinglers Grand Seasonal Concert
On Thursday December 17th at The Princes Centre, Clifford Road beginning at c. 12.30, the Jinglers will be singing festive songs and including some poetry as part of their Grand Seasonal Concert. The concert is free but donations are welcome.

Fellowship Group
There will be no walk or Knit-ins in December. These will resume on January 26th and 28th respectively. The next meeting will be a coffee morning on Thursday January 14th at the home of June Timms, The Nag’s Head, Aylesbury Road. All are welcome to the Fellowship’s activities

Coffee and Mince Pies at The Rectory
As in the past everyone is invited for coffee and mince pies at The Rectory after the 10.00am Communion service on Sunday December 27th. Even if you don’t come to the service you are very welcome!

Newsletter – early copy date!
Copy date for contributions is 5th January.  Please send entries to john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com

Come and discover St. Albans Abbey with an Evening Pilgrimage
On Wednesday March 16th there will be an opportunity to visit St. Albans Abbey. Leaving by coach from the lay-by off the A4010 in Monks Risborough at 5.30 pm, the evening starts with a sandwich and cake buffet in the Abbot’s kitchen at 7 pm. This is followed by a Pilgrimage Prayer Trail around the Cathedral, Compline by candlelight in the Quire before concluding with a silent procession to the Shrine of Saint Alban. We will return to the lay-by in Monks Risborough at about 10.15pm. The cost is £17.50 with limited spaces available. If you would like to book a place please contact Rev James Tomkins jamestomkins@btinternet.com (01844 275944) and send your money with cheques payable to ‘Monks Risborough PCC’ to the Rectory, Mill Lane, Monks Risborough, HP27 9JE

First Aid in the church and church hall
Very occasionally people require first aid either in the church or in the church hall. There are first aid kits and accident report books located in the vestry behind the organ, in the light switch cupboard near to the font and in the church hall. Jackie Highe, Jackie Manthorpe and Sue Ingram are experienced first aiders and can be called upon if necessary during a service. If an accident/incident does occur please can the accident report book be completed nearest to the incident/accident. Thank you, James

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Mon 14th Dec	6.30pm Church Carol Singing (all welcome – see notices)
Wed 16th Dec	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices) 8.00pm Chinnor Silver Band
Thurs 17th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 10.30am Monks Risborough School Service 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 18th Dec	9.30am Monks Risborough School Service
Sat 19th Dec	9.00am Christmas Flowers and decoration of the tree
Sun 20th Dec	10.00pm Parish Communion 3.00pm Owlswick Carol Service
Mon 21st Dec	1.45pm Funeral of Roy Lawrence (Chilterns Crematorium, Amersham)
Thurs 24th Dec Christmas Eve	9.30am Holy Communion 3.00pm Crib Service 6.00pm Village Carol Service 11.30pm Midnight Communion
Friday 25th Dec Christmas Day	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion
Sun 27th Dec	10.00am Parish Communion (followed by mince pies/coffee at the Rectory) 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Thurs 31st Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 5.00pm Evening Prayer (said)
Sun 3rd Jan	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion 6.00pm Evensong

Pew Sheet 6th December 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!
We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 6th December 2015
Second Sunday of Advent

Welcome to our worship today, as we seek the face of God and the filling of the Holy Spirit through Jesus, God’s Son.

8.00am Holy Communion
Readings: 2 Kings 22 v 8-10 & Ch 23 v 1-3, Luke 21 v 25-33

10.00am Christingle Service (without Communion) – see the orange service booklet

6.00pm   Evensong
Readings: Isaiah 40: 1-11 & Luke 1:1-25
Hymns 282, Psalm 75, 527, 128

Prayer of the week
Almighty God, purify our hearts and minds, that when your Son Jesus Christ comes again as judge and Saviour we may be ready to receive him, who is our Lord and our God.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• All children who are vulnerable or suffer from abuse, and for the work of the Children’s Society in coming to their help
• Those currently living or travelling as refugees as the cold weather begins to bite in Eastern Europe
• An end to the fighting in Syria, Iraq and other troubled parts of the world
• Other children's charities supporting young people within our community
• Dentists, physiotherapists, chiropodists and other health practitioners.
• The Crescent (PR) Church End & Lyde End (B)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly, Gabie
• The recently departed: Betty Tomkins, Roy Lawrence
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Elizabeth Bragger, Alan Gibson, Rowland Hill

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
PACT helps hundreds of families every year through outstanding adoption and fostering services, award-winning therapeutic support and inspirational community projects across London and the south of England. www.pactcharity.org

Notices

Advent
In connection with the start of Advent there are free copies of ‘Love Life, Live Advent’ on the table by the south door. This suggests a simple action for each day of Advent that will help us pause, reflect, prepare and make room in our lives to receive God’s greatest gift of Jesus that we celebrate at Christmas. James

Advent Fair
This was a terrific success. There was a bubbly atmosphere with many delightful gifts to buy. The school sang brilliantly and in total £950 was raised. Thank you to everyone who supported and helped out at this event. James

Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity
Everyone is invited to the local school’s nativity production called ‘A little bird told me’ on Tuesday December 8th at 10.30am. If you would like to go please let the school know on 01844 345590 or office@mrisborough.bucks.sch.uk
 
Fellowship Group
There will be no walk or Knit-ins in December. These will resume on January 26th and 28th respectively. The Christmas Party is being held at 8 pm on Thursday December 10th. All are welcome to the Fellowship’s activities.

Jinglers Grand Seasonal Concert
On both Friday December 11th (St. Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough 10.30-11.30) and Thursday December 17th (The Princes Centre, Clifford Road beginning at c. 12.30) the Jinglers will be singing festive songs and including some poetry as part of their Grand Seasonal Concert. Both concerts are free but donations are welcome.

Congregational Carol Singing, December 14th 6.30-8.00
Meeting at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village with the church choir to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served in the church hall. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

The Friendship Group
We meet in the church hall on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30 pm. The next meeting is Wednesday 16th December. All welcome!

Christmas Concert by Candlelight with the Chinnor Silver Band
This will take place on December 16th 8.00 pm. Tickets (£8) available from Pat Kimber (01844) 273942 or The Elephant’s Trunk (formerly David Shuttle), Duke Street, Princes Risborough. Raffle, complimentary glass of mulled wine/soft drink and a mince pie.

Coffee and Mince Pies at The Rectory
As in the past everyone is invited for coffee and mince pies at The Rectory after the 10.00am Communion service on Sunday December 27th. Even if you don’t come to the service you are very welcome!

Newsletter – early copy date!
Copy date for contributions is 5th January.  Please send entries to john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com

First Aid in the church and church hall
Very occasionally people require first aid either in the church or in the church hall. There are first aid kits and accident report books located in the vestry behind the organ, in the light switch cupboard near to the font and in the church hall. Jackie Highe, Jackie Manthorpe and Sue Ingram are experienced first aiders and can be called upon if necessary during a service. If an accident/incident does occur please can the accident report book be completed nearest to the incident/accident. Thank you, James.

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Tues 8th Dec	10.30am Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity (see notices)
Thurs 10th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm Fellowship Group Party (see notices)
Fri Dec 11th	11.00am 1st World War Act of Commemoration at the war memorial
Sun 13th Dec	10.00am Parish Communion 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Nine Lessons and Carols
Mon 14th Dec	6.30pm Church Carol Singing (all welcome – see notices)
Wed 16th Dec	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices) 8.00pm Chinnor Silver Band
Thurs 17th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 10.30am Monks Risborough School Service 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 18th Dec	9.30am Monks Risborough School Service
Sat 19th Dec	9.00am Christmas Flowers and decoration of the tree
Sun 20th Dec	10.00pm Parish Communion 3.00pm Owlswick Carol Service
Thurs 24th Dec Christmas Eve	9.30am Holy Communion 3.00pm Crib Service 6.00pm Village Carol Service 11.30pm Midnight Communion
Friday 25th Dec Christmas Day	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion
Sun Dec 27th	10.00am Parish Communion (followed by mince pies/coffee at the Rectory) 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Thurs Dec 31st	9.30am Holy Communion 5.00pm Evening Prayer (said)

Pew Sheet 29th November 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 29th November 2015
First Sunday of Advent

   Hear the cry of acclamation: he is coming on the clouds!

10.00am Parish Communion (Addington Mass Setting)

Hymns: 128, 642, 405
Psalm: 25v1-9
Communion: 472, 362, 263

First Reading Jeremiah 33:14-16
These words come at the end of Israel’s kingdom. Even though under David and Solomon it had moments of true glory, it was also marked by greed, brutality and bloodshed throughout. God doesn’t promise a restored kingdom, but a righteous branch – one who will be very different from all that has gone before.

Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:9-end
The coming of Jesus could happen at any time – and for some has already happened. This beautiful blessing is a prayer for faithfulness and readiness as we live constantly in Jesus’ presence.

Gospel Luke 21:25-36
These words of Jesus stand alongside Old Testament prophecies of Jerusalem’s destruction which took place in Jeremiah’s time, and again in AD 70. Both could be seen as manifestations of the “day of the Lord”. This doesn’t necessarily mean that God engineered events, but through these overturning calamities God’s righteous presence is revealed.

6.00pm   Churches Together in Risborough Advent Service at St John's Church, Lacey Green

Prayer of the week
Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness and to put on the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life, in which your Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility; that on the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• The people of France and Belgium, as they continue to pick up the pieces of their lives after recent terrorist attacks and threats
• All victims of terrorism, throughout the world, that governments and those in authority or influence may work together to bring a lasting peace.
• Members of Parliament as they debate and make a decision regarding air-strikes in Syria
• Archdeacon Karen Gorham as she takes up new post next year as Bishop of Sherborne
• Westmead (MR) Lacemakers Court (PR), Longwick Road (PR & L)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly
• The recently departed: Betty Tomkins
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Bill Avery, Grace Freed, Barry Mortimer, Joan Pitcher

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
Christian Aid is an international development charity. We work with people, of all faiths and none, in around 50 countries, to eradicate poverty. www.christianaid.org.uk.

Notices

The First Sunday of Advent – TODAY
In connection with the start of Advent there are also free copies of ‘Love Life, Live Advent’ on the table by the south door. This suggests a simple action for each day of Advent that will help us pause, reflect, prepare and make room in our lives to receive God’s greatest gift of Jesus that we celebrate at Christmas. James

‘Open House’, Thursday December 3rd, 8pm, the Rectory
Under the umbrella of “The Jesus lifestyle” we shall continue to look at a DVD about the radical teaching found in the Sermon on the Mount and apply it to the 21st century. The DVD lasts approximately 35 minutes and leaves plenty of time for discussion at the end. Everyone is welcome. James

Singers Required for Switching on of the Christmas Lights
As in the past for those who wish to sing some carols as part of Churches Together in Risborough are welcome to gather in the Market Square, Princes Risborough from 6.30 pm with a view to singing for about 20 minutes from 6.50 pm.

Churchyard leaf sweep and maintenance
At 9.30 am on Saturday December 5th we are looking to clear the last of 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. James

Christingle Factory December 5th 9.30am Church Hall
We are looking for some lovely volunteers to work on the production line helping to make Christingles. No experience required, just enthusiasm. Payment is in the form of tea/coffee, mince pies and biscuits. More info from Rosemary 344417

Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity
Everyone is invited to the local school’s nativity production called ‘A little bird told me’ on Tuesday December 8th at 10.30am. If you would like to go please let the school know on 01844 345590 or office@mrisborough.bucks.sch.uk

Fellowship Group
There will be no walk or Knit-ins in December. These will resume on January 26th and 28th respectively. The Christmas Party is being held at 8 pm on Thursday December 10th. All are welcome to the Fellowship’s activities

Jinglers Grand Seasonal Concert
On both Friday December 11th (St. Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough 10.30-11.30) and Thursday December 17th (The Princes Centre, Clifford Road beginning at c. 12.30) the Jinglers will be singing festive songs and including some poetry as part of their Grand Seasonal Concert. Both concerts are free but donations are welcome.

Nine lessons and Carols – December 13th at 6 pm
As in previous years it’s nice to have a range of readers at this service. If you would like to offer to read then please let me know. Last time I was over-subscribed so it may be that I hold on to your offer until the following year. James

Congregational Carol Singing, December 14th 6.30-8.00
Meeting at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village with the church choir to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served in the church hall. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

The Friendship Group
We meet in the church hall on the third Wednesday of the month at 2.30 pm. The next meeting is Wednesday 16th December. All welcome!

Christmas Concert by Candlelight with the Chinnor Silver Band
This will take place on December 16th 8.00 pm. Tickets (£8) available from Pat Kimber (01844) 273942 or The Elephant’s Trunk (formerly David Shuttle), Duke Street, Princes Risborough. Raffle, complimentary glass of mulled wine/soft drink and a mince pie.

Newsletter – early copy date!
Copy date for contributions is 5th January.  Please send entries to john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Mon Nov 30th	8.00pm PCC Meeting
Thurs Dec 3rd	9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm ‘Open House’ at The Rectory
Sat Dec 5th	9.30am Christingle Factory (see notices) 9.30am Leaf Sweep in the churchyard (see notices)
Sun Dec 6th	8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am Christingle Service (without Communion) 6.00pm Evensong
Tues 8th Dec	10.30am Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity (see notices)
Thurs 10th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm Fellowship Group Party (see notices)
Fri Dec 11th	11.00am 1st World War Act of Commemoration at the war memorial
Sun 13th Dec	10.00am Parish Communion 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Nine Lessons and Carols
Mon 14th Dec	6.30pm Church Carol Singing (all welcome – see notices)
Wed 16th Dec	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices) 8.00pm Chinnor Silver Band
Thurs 17th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 10.30am Monks Risborough School Service 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 18th Dec	9.30am Monks Risborough School Service
Sun 20th Dec	10.00pm Parish Communion 3.00pm Owlswick Carol Service

Pew Sheet 22nd November 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 22nd November 2015
Christ The King
The Sunday Next Before Advent

Hallelujah! Christ is king! Hallelujah! Dominion is reshaped.

10.00am Parish Communion
followed by commemorative tree planting
Hymns: 552, 104, 695
Psalm: 93
Communion: 381, 82, 931

First Reading Daniel 7:9-10 & 13-14
The book of Daniel, set in Babylonian exile, speaks particular encouragement when we are ill at ease with our contexts. The vision unfolds to show a human being receiving dominion from God. This person could be the Messiah representing the final triumph of God’s people – and, looking wider, the final salvation of all humanity.

Second Reading Revelation 1:4b-8
In this magnificent apocalypse, John picks up Daniel’s vision and shows it fulfilled in Jesus Christ. His resurrection and ascension affects his presentation before the heavenly throne “with the clouds”. This is the triumphant acclamation of Jesus and his full vindication.

Gospel John 18:33-37
Jesus’ kingdom is “not from this world”. Its origins are elsewhere. He is made king, not through human coronation or popular vote, but through divine action following the cross. Nonetheless, his kingdom does exist in this world. Through the Spirit the reign of God becomes manifest in our lives.

3.00pm   Owlswick Evensong
Readings: Daniel ch 5, John 6 v 1- 15
Hymns: 443, Psalm 72 v1-7, 271, 282, 352

Prayer of the week
Almighty and eternal God, to Jesus Christ, the first-born from the dead, you have granted everlasting dominion and a kingship that shall not pass away. Remove from us every desire for privilege and power, that we may imitate the sacrificial love of Christ our King and, as a royal and priestly people, serve you humbly in our brothers and sisters. 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. Amen.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• The people of Paris, as they pick up the pieces of their lives after the recent attacks on their families and friends
• All victims of terrorism, throughout the world; may governments and those with authority or influence work together to bring a lasting peace.
• All refugees who flee to escape intolerable situations in their homelands: may they travel safely, be treated with compassion and fairness, and be given the help they need to live new lives.
• The government departments responsible for the rights of workers, pensioners and the disabled.
• The mission, ministry and congregational life of St Michael’s Church, Horsenden.
• Wycombe Road (B & LG) Hillview (Sa).
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly
• The recently departed:
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • John Jolley, Alice Broadmeadow, Vera Girling, Sheila Benham, Margaret Martin, Dorothy Pine, Lily Barraclough

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
The Bucks Historic Churches Trust provides grants to help maintain churches in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes.  www.bucks-historic-churches.org.

Notices

TODAY - Commemorative Tree Planting, November 22nd
After the 10 am Parish Communion service three trees (a Walnut, Silver Birch and Hornbeam) will be planted in the churchyard extension to mark its consecration and the creation of a wild meadow. Everyone is welcome to attend this.

Silent Prayer Meeting – Monday November 23rd at 8pm
We need silence to help us to get a proper perspective on our lives; to hear the still, small voice of God, and to refresh our inner being. All are welcome to the church hall for these meetings of any faith or none. For further information please contact James

Fellowship Group
The next walk is on Tuesday November 24th meeting in the lay-by off the A4010 at 9.15am. There will be no walk in December but we will meet again on Tuesday 26th January. “Knit-ins” are held in the Church Hall on the 4th Thursday (November 26th) of each month starting at 2.00pm. Our Christmas Party will be on Thursday 10th December. All are welcome to this group’s activities.

Advent Fair Saturday November 28th 10am – 12 noon
Thank you to everyone who has supplied bulbs bowls and baskets as well as items for the Christmas hamper. The church will be packed with a wide variety of stalls and refreshments will be served.

The First Sunday of Advent – November 29th
Advent will begin next Sunday and as part of the 10 am service a new ciborium that has been generously donated will be on view and used for the first time. The current ciborium is a bit too small as the original one we use to use has never been replaced following the theft of silver ware from the safe a couple of years ago. In connection with the start of Advent there are also free copies of ‘Love Life, Live Advent’ on the table by the south door. This suggests a simple action for each day of Advent that will help us pause, reflect, prepare and make room in our lives to receive God’s greatest gift of Jesus that we celebrate at Christmas. James

‘Open House’, Thursday December 3rd at 8pm at the Rectory
Under the umbrella of “The Jesus lifestyle” we shall continue to look at a DVD about the radical teaching found in the Sermon on the Mount and apply it to the 21st century. The DVD lasts approximately 35 minutes and leaves plenty of time for discussion at the end. Everyone is welcome. James

Churchyard leaf sweep and maintenance
At 9.30 am on Saturday December 5th we are looking to clear the last of 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. James

Christingle Factory December 5th 9.30am Church Hall
We are looking for some lovely volunteers to work on the production line helping to make Christingles. No experience required, just enthusiasm. Payment is in the form of tea/coffee, mince pies and biscuits. More info from Rosemary 344417

Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity
Everyone is invited to the local school’s nativity production called ‘A little bird told me’ on Tuesday December 8th at 10.30am. If you would like to go please let the school know on 01844 345590 or office@mrisborough.bucks.sch.uk
 
Nine lessons and Carols – December 13th at 6 pm
As in previous years it’s nice to have a range of readers at this service. If you would like to offer to read then please let me know. Last time I was over-subscribed so it may be that I hold on to your offer until the following year. James

Congregational Carol Singing, December 14th 6.30-8.00
Meeting at St. Dunstan’s everyone is invited to come carol singing around the village with the church choir to help raise money for charity. Afterwards refreshments will be served in the church hall. If you enjoy singing please come along – singers of all standards are welcome!

Christmas Concert by Candlelight with the Chinnor Silver Band
This will take place on December 16th 8.00 pm. Tickets (£8) available from Pat Kimber (01844) 273942 or The Elephant’s Trunk (formerly David Shuttle), Duke Street, Princes Risborough. Raffle, complimentary glass of mulled wine/soft drink and a mince pie.

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer usually takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Mon Nov 23rd	8.00pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs Nov 26th	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in church)
Sat Nov 28th	10.00am Advent Fair (see notices)
Sun Nov 29th Advent begins	10.00am Parish Communion 6.00pm Churches Together in Risborough Advent Carol Service at St. John’s Church, Lacey Green
Mon Nov 30th	8.00pm PCC Meeting
Thurs Dec 3rd	9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm ‘Open House’ at The Rectory
Sat Dec 5th	9.30am Christingle Factory (see notices) 9.30am Leaf Sweep in the churchyard (see notices)
Sun Dec 6th	8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am Christingle Service (without Communion) 6.00pm Evensong
Tues 8th Dec	10.30am Monks Risborough School Infant Nativity (see notices)
Thurs 10th Dec	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys 8.00pm Fellowship Group Party (see notices)
Fri Dec 11th	11.00am 1st World War Act of Commemoration at the war memorial
Sun 13th Dec	10.00am Parish Communion 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Nine Lessons and Carols

Pew Sheet 8th and 15th November 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

DOUBLE EDITION

Sunday 8th November 2015

Third Sunday before Advent
Remembrance Sunday

 

 Let us commit ourselves afresh to following Christ, thankful that we have the Holy Spirit to help us do this.

10.00am   Parish Communion and Act of Remembrance
Hymns: 153, 437, 493, 230 (1st verse only), 249
Anthem: Pie Jesu by Faure
Communion: 554, 186, 938

First Reading Jonah 3:1-5 & 10
God ordered Jonah to go to the foreign city of Nineveh and proclaim his judgement on the people there. After enduring a punishment of three whole days and nights inside a giant fish, he was finally ready to deliver God’s message!

Second Reading Hebrews 9:24-end
The writer of Hebrews continues to explain how the sacrifices for sin offered by the high priest in the Temple at Jerusalem were in every way inferior to the sacrifice Jesus offered through his death.

Gospel Mark 1:14-20
After his baptism by John in the River Jordan and a period of temptation in the wilderness, Jesus begins his public ministry in Galilee, teaching the people and calling his first disciples.

c. 11.15am   Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial

11.30am Owlswick BCP Communion
Readings: Hebrews 9 v 24-end, Mark 1 v 14-20

6.00pm   Evensong
Readings: Isaiah 10 v 33-Ch 11 v 9, John 14 v 23-29
Hymns: 114, Psalm 46, 372, 384

Sunday 15th November 2015

 

Second Sunday before Advent

 

In God’s presence there is fullness of joy. Let us worship the Lord our God, who promises to be with us when we gather in his name.

10.00am Parish Communion
Hymns: 382, 636, 19
Psalm: 16
Communion: 487, 584, 949

First Reading Daniel 12:1-3
God’s persecuted people are promised resurrection life.

Second Reading Hebrews 10:11-14 & 19-25
Jesus has provided for us a way to God, sinners though we are.

Gospel Mark 13:1-8
Even for followers of Jesus, there is no escape from the effects of international turmoil.

6.00pm   Evensong
Readings: Daniel 3 v 13-end, Matthew 13 v 24-30 & 36-43
Hymns: 551, Psalm 95, 687, 691

Prayer of the week
Your creation, O God, runs its appointed course, as from the ends of the earth you gather a people you call your own. Confirm us in strength of your abiding word. Steady our hearts in the time of trial, so that on the day of the Son of Man we may without fear rejoice to behold his appearing. 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 peace of the world, those who have died and continue to suffer as a result of wars and conflict
• The victims of the Russian airliner that crashed in Egypt
• Those of other faiths and beliefs than our own and that we may seek to find a common cause as we seek to live by the Golden Rule
• Those who run small companies and the burden placed on them to care for their staff
• The Royal British Legion and those serving at the RAF base at Walters Ash
• The mission, ministry and congregational life of The Baptist Chapel in Speen
• 8th: Greenwood and Grimms Meadow (Walters Ash) Hambye Close & Hets Orchard (LG) 15th: Wheelwright Road (L) Perry Lane (B)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly
• The recently departed:
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • (8th) Pam Gordon, Harold Tapping (15th) Hilda Sandell, John Baverstock

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
Anorexia and Bulimia Care (ABC) is a national UK eating disorders organisation with over 25 years of experience www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk.

 

Notices

 

‘Open House’, Monday November 9th at 8pm at the Rectory
Under the umbrella of “The Jesus lifestyle” we shall continue to look at a DVD about the radical teaching found in the Sermon on the Mount and apply it to the 21st century. The DVD lasts approximately 35 minutes and leaves plenty of time for discussion at the end. Everyone is welcome. James

Newsletter
Copy date for contributions is 10th November.  Please send entries to: john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com
 
Film Nights in the church
Saturday November 14th at 7 pm. ‘Quartet’ (12): A comedy about retired musicians in Beecham House. A free glass of sherry is available to adults. Saturday November 21st at 5 pm: ‘Minions’ (U). Please come dressed as a Minion for the latest story of these loveable little yellow creatures. Bring your own snacks/drinks. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets: adults - £3, children - £1 available from Rachel Ungi 01844 761535 or Johanna Powell 01844 343996

‘Later’ youth group:
‘Later’ is a group for young people from different churches in years 7-11 meeting roughly every month. The next meeting is on Sunday November 15th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Princes Risborough Methodist Church. This will be a fun evening of games, food, faith and friendship. If your son/daughter would like to join in please let Fran McMullan know chris-fran@live.com so that she can ensure that there’s enough food! Thank you. James

Commemorative Tree Planting, November 22nd
After the 10 am Parish Communion service three trees (a Walnut, Silver Birch and Hornbeam) will be planted in the churchyard extension to mark its consecration and the creation of a wild meadow. Everyone is welcome to attend this.

Advent Fair Saturday November 28th 10am – 12 noon
Thank you to everyone who has supplied items for the Christmas hamper. Ros Haigh (344166) is looking for baskets/bowls to plant bulbs in to sell at the fair. If you have a supply of baskets or bowls please leave them inside the Church or tel. 344166 and Ros Haigh will arrange to collect them.  Thank you.

Christingle Factory December 5th 9.30am Church Hall
We are looking for some lovely volunteers to work on the production line helping to make Christingles. No experience required, just enthusiasm. Payment is in the form of tea/coffee, mince pies and biscuits. More info from Rosemary 344417

Christmas Concert with the Chinnor Silver Band
This will take place on December 16th 8.00 pm. Tickets (£8) available from Pat Kimber (01844) 273942 or The Elephant’s Trunk (formerly David Shuttle), Duke Street, Princes Risborough. Raffle, complimentary glass of mulled wine/soft drink and a mince pie.

 

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer usually takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays). There will be no morning prayer between Wednesday November 11th and Wednesday November 18th inclusive.

Mon 9th Nov	8.00pm ‘Open House’ at the Rectory (see notices)
Wed 11th Nov Remembrance Day	11.00am Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial 11.45am Visiting bell ringers
Thurs 12th Nov	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm Fellowship Meeting – Michael Witney ‘A look at Old Haddenham’
Sat 14th Nov	7.00pm Film Night ‘Quartet’ (see notices)
Sun 15th Nov	10.00am Parish Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Thurs Nov 19th	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys
Sat Nov 21st	5.00pm Film Night ‘Minions’ (see notices)
Sun Nov 22nd	10.00am Parish Communion followed by commemorative tree planting 3.00pm Evensong, Owlswick
Mon Nov 23rd	8.00pm Silent Prayer (church hall)
Thurs Nov 26th	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in church)
Sun Nov 29th Advent begins	10.00am Parish Communion 6.00pm Churches Together in Risborough Advent Carol Service at St. John’s Church, Lacey Green
Mon Nov 30th	8.00pm PCC Meeting
Thurs Dec 3rd	9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat Dec 5th	9.30am Christingle Factory (see notices) and Leaf Sweep in the churchyard
Sun Dec 6th	8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am Christingle Service (without Communion) 6.00pm Evensong

Pew Sheet 1st November 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities.
Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 1st November 2015

All Saint's Day

On All Saints’ Day we rejoice that we belong with the people of God down the ages and across the world. Let us join our hearts with theirs as we worship the Lord of light and life.

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)
 
Readings: Isaiah 66 v 20-23, Matthew 5 v 1-12

10.00 am All Age Family Communion and Baptism of Evie Walsh
Hymns: 201, Father Abraham, 88, 876
Communion: 47, 841, 555 & 411

Reading: Matthew 5 v 1-12

3.00pm Time to Remember (see notices)

6.00pm  Deanery Confirmation Service at Holy Trinity
              Church, Bledlow

Father Abraham had many sons
Many sons had Father Abraham
I´m one of them, and so are you
So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm!
Father Abraham...
So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm!
Father Abraham...
So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot!
Father Abraham...
So let’s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot. Left foot!
Father Abraham...
So let’s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot,
left foot, nod your head!
Father Abraham...
So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot, left foot, nod your head, turn around!
Father Abraham...
So let´s all praise the Lord—Right arm, left arm, right foot, left foot, nod your head, turn around
Sit down!

Prayer of the week
God of holiness, your glory is proclaimed in every age:
as we rejoice in the faith of your saints, inspire us to follow their example with boldness and joy; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• Those coping with recent natural disasters
• Freedom of speech and religious toleration, for those held unjustly without trial  
• Maisie Thorne, Sam Greenlees and Caroline Castle being confirmed and Evie Walsh being christened today
• European Commission and for those who implement the Central Agricultural Policy that it may not waste food and drink
• The mission, ministry and congregational life of St .Peter’s Church Ilmer.
• Wardrobes Lane & Pink Hill (LR) Malthouse Square (PR)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly
• The recently departed:
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Albert Lee, Peggy Howes, Royston Gay, Roger Haigh, Vi Broderick

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
The Whitechapel Mission dedicated to providing a lifeline to homeless men and women.                        www.whitechapel.org.uk

 

Notices

Double Edition of the Pew Sheet
The next edition of the pew sheet will cover November 8th and November 15th. Please therefore be aware that space may be limited and notices should be submitted earlier than usual.

Time to Remember Service: Sunday November 1st, 3pm
This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. The names of individuals whom we wish to remember can be added to the sheet IN BLOCK CAPITALS on the table in church. These will be read out as part of the service and there will be refreshments afterwards. James

Churchyard leaf sweep and maintenance
At 9.30 am on Saturday November 7th and Saturday December 5th we 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. James

Bonfire Night suitable for All Ages on Saturday November 7th 5.30pm – c. 7.30pm
This will take place at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot soup, mulled wine and hot chocolate, drinks and cakes will be served. Please bring ONE firework (not too loud!) or a cake. RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or suemingram@hotmail.com

‘Open House’, Monday November 9th at 8pm at the Rectory
Under the umbrella of “The Jesus lifestyle” we shall continue to look at a DVD about the radical teaching found in the Sermon on the Mount and apply it to the 21st century. The DVD lasts approximately 35 minutes and leaves plenty of time for discussion at the end. Everyone is welcome. James

Newsletter
Copy date for contributions is 10th November.  Please send entries to: john@jamckay.demon.co.uk or morna.hinch@btinternet.com
 
Film Nights in the church
Saturday November 14th at 7 pm. ‘Quartet’ (12): A comedy about retired musicians in Beecham House. A free glass of sherry is available to adults. Saturday November 21st at 5 pm: ‘Minions’ (U). Please come dressed as a Minion for the latest story of these loveable little yellow creatures. Bring your own snacks/drinks. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets: adults - £3, children - £1 available from Rachel Ungi 01844 761535 or Johanna Powell 01844 343996

‘Later’ youth group:
‘Later’ is a group for young people from different churches in years 7-11 meeting roughly every month. The next meeting is on Sunday November 15th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Princes Risborough Methodist Church. This will be a fun evening of games, food, faith and friendship. If your son/daughter would like to join in please let Fran McMullan know chris-fran@live.com so that she can ensure that there’s enough food! Thank you. James

Commemorative Tree Planting, November 22nd
After the 10 am Parish Communion service three trees (a Walnut, Silver Birch and Hornbeam) will be planted in the churchyard extension to mark its consecration and the creation of a wild meadow. Everyone is welcome to attend this.

Advent Fair Saturday November 28th 10am – 12 noon
As part of this event Cathy Farquhar is organising a lovely hamper as the main raffle prize. If you can supply/buy one or more of the items from this list (sherry, white wine, red wine, port, tea, coffee, chutney, Christmas cake, Christmas crackers, festive serviettes, Christmas pudding, posh  nibbles,  crackers (for cheese), chocolates, biscuits, mince pies) please can you write your name next to the item on the list in the porch. Thank you, James

Will Aid
In November a local solicitor writes your Will without charging their normal fee. Instead you are invited to make a voluntary donation to Will Aid. The suggested donation is £95 for a basic single Will or £150 for a pair of basic mirror Wills. The nearest participating solicitor is D C Kaye & Co, 10a High Street, Wendover, HP22 6EA or Old Bank Chambers, 2 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Great Missenden, Bucks, HP16 0PW. Email: jan@dc-kaye.co.uk Telephone:01494 729024 (Lucy Pankhurst) www.dckaye.co.uk I would be interested in receiving feedback from anyone making use of this initiative. James

Christmas Concert with the Chinnor Silver Band
This will take place on December 16th 8.00 pm. Tickets (£8) available from Pat Kimber (01844) 273942 or The Elephant’s Trunk (formerly David Shuttle), Duke Street, Princes Risborough. Complimentary glass of mulled wine/soft drink and a mince pie

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer usually takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Mon 2nd Nov	8.00pm PCC meeting (church hall)
Thurs 5th Nov	9.30am Holy Communion (with prayers for healing) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 7th Nov	9.30am Leaf Sweep in the churchyard (see notices) 5.30pm Bonfire Night, 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough (see notices)
Sun 8th Nov Remembrance Sunday	10.00am Parish Communion and Act of Remembrance c. 11.15am Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial 11.30am Owlswick BCP Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Mon 9th Nov	8.00pm ‘Open House’ at the Rectory (see notices)
Wed 11th Nov Remembrance Day	11.00am Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 11.45am Visiting bell ringers
Thurs 12th Nov	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 14th Nov	7.00pm Film Night ‘Quartet’ (see notices)
Sun 15th Nov	10.00am Parish Communion 6.00pm Evensong
Thurs Nov 19th	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys
Sat Nov 21st	5.00pm Film Night ‘Minions’ (see notices)
Sun Nov 22nd	10.00am Parish Communion followed by commemorative tree planting 3.00pm Evensong, Owlswick

Pew Sheet 25th October 2015

St Dunstan’s Church, Monks Risborough
& St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick
Registered Charity Number: 1153869.

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:
Susanne Dodds 01844 342746 susanne@sunfire-uk.com
Charlie Fairall 07584 264573 crmfairall@yahoo.co.uk

Welcome!

 
We hope you will enjoy worshipping here with us.
Please see our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities.
The Junior Church (10 o’clock Club) meet in the Church Hall before coming into Church for Communion.
Coffee, squash and biscuits are served in the Church Hall after the service

Sunday 25th October 2015

Bible Sunday (Last Sunday after Trinity)

God entrusts us with the gift of the word, that we may seek the path of wisdom and light and grow deeper into the love of God. Let us worship with open and thankful hearts.

10.00am Parish Eucharist
Hymns: 13, 144, 282
Psalm 34: 1-10
Communion: 29, 297, 924

First Reading Job 42: 1-6 & 10-end

Second Reading Hebrews 7:23-end

Gospel Mark 10:46-end

3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Readings: Ecclesiastes 11 & 12; 2 Timothy 2:1-7
Hymns: 377, Psalm 119 v121-128, 391, 456, 186


Prayer of the week
Blessed Lord, who caused all holy Scriptures to be written for our learning: help us so to hear them, to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, we may embrace and for ever hold fast the hope of everlasting life, which you have given us in our Saviour Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

• All refugees who flee to escape intolerable situations in their homeland.
• Freedom of speech and religious toleration
• Those being confirmed at the Deanery Confirmation Service on November 1st
• European Commission and for those who implement the Central Agricultural Policy that it may not waste food and drink
• The Wellington House Surgery. Doctors, nurses, other staff and their patients.
• Wellington Avenue (PR) Little Lane (Sa)
• Those who are in need in our parish:
• And also further afield for:
  • Joan Male, Bill Male, Alastair, Uncle Frank, Anne Clark, Katy, Georgina Cole, Robert, baby Molly
• The recently departed:
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Janet Myerson, Alexander Smith, Molly Clark, Harry Goode, Annie Harris

Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
Relief for Oppressed People Everywhere (ROPE) is committed to combating the impact of poverty across the world www.rope.org.uk.

 

Notices

Fellowship Group
“Knit-ins” will be in the Church Hall on the 4th Thursday of each month starting at 2.00pm. The next walk is on Tuesday 27th October, meeting in the lay-by at 9.15am. All are welcome to this group’s activities.

Time to Remember Service: Sunday November 1st, 3pm
This service contains well-known hymns and prayers as we cherish the memories of those we love but see no longer. The names of individuals whom we wish to remember can be added to the sheet IN BLOCK CAPITALS on the table in church. These will be read out as part of the service and there will be refreshments afterwards. James

Churchyard leaf sweep and maintenance
At 9.30 am on Saturday November 7th and Saturday December 5th we 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. James

Bonfire Night suitable for All Ages on Saturday November 7th 5.30pm – c. 7.30pm
This will take place at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot soup, mulled wine and hot chocolate, drinks and cakes will be served. Please bring ONE firework (not too loud!) or a cake. RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or suemingram@hotmail.com

Film Nights in the church
Saturday November 14th at 7 pm. ‘Quartet’ (12): A comedy about retired musicians in Beecham House. A free glass of sherry is available to adults. Saturday November 21st at 5 pm: ‘Minions’ (U). Please come dressed as a Minion for the latest story of these loveable little yellow creatures. Bring your own snacks/drinks. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets: adults - £3, children - £1 available from Rachel Ungi 01844 761535 or Johanna Powell 01844 343996

Gentle jazz and swing at Speen Village Hall
On Saturday 21st November opening at 7 pm it's the Riding for the Disabled annual fundraiser - always a sell-out. The jazz band is Sway (Jackie Highe is the vocalist). Some of you went last year and had a good time, so Jackie says please come again! Tickets are £10, there's a licensed bar - bring your own nibbles. For tickets see Jackie or contact Sarah Bacon on 01494563479

Advent Fair Saturday November 28th 10am – 12 noon
As part of this event Cathy Farquhar is organising a lovely hamper as the main raffle prize. If you can supply/buy one or more of the items from this list (sherry, white wine, red wine, port, tea, coffee, chutney, Christmas cake, Christmas crackers, festive serviettes, Christmas pudding, posh  nibbles,  crackers (for cheese), chocolates, biscuits, mince pies) please can you write your name next to the item on the list in the porch. Thank you, James

The Bloxham Festival of Faith & Literature
This returns to Oxfordshire from Friday 19th – Sunday 21st February 2016. As the literary festival with a theological slant", the Bloxham Festival of Faith & Literature celebrates the very best new fiction and non-fiction with a faith perspective. In keeping with the theme for 2016 - 'All the World's a Stage' - many sessions will explore William Shakespeare's work, life and world-view. Please see the poster in the porch for further details or for a first hand opinion for what it’s like feel free to chat to Morna Hinch who has been before. James

Proposed parking restrictions in Mill Lane
Thank you to everyone who expressed their views. The proposals to include a single yellow line no waiting restriction between 10am and 11am & 2pm and 3pm have now been dropped and the double yellow lines at junctions kept. This should enable local residents easier access on to Mill Lane at busy times without having a negative impact on everyday church and community activities. The revised proposals can be found at http://www.transportforbucks.net/Roadworks-Centre/Schemes-and-projects/Our-schemes-and-projects/Princes-Risborough-amendments-to-parking.aspx and a copy is also on the noticeboard in the church porch. Thank you again for your support. James

Upgrading of Heating and Installation of New Boiler
The new boiler and new radiators have been successfully installed. We hope you notice the difference which should result in more instant and evenly spread heat throughout the church building. There will be a few weeks during which we will need to fine tune the system and the boiler settings, think about redecorating various parts of the church and the existing radiators, as well as slightly altering the position of some of the pews and redesigning the boxing in of the pipes in the children’s corner. If you have any comments please let James, Charlie or Susanne know, especially if you are too cold or too hot!

Team of suitably experienced/qualified First Aiders
We’re looking to establish a list of people who are suitably experienced or qualified in first aid so that in the event of an accident or emergency during a church service we are able to respond quickly and effectively. If you would like to be considered for this list please speak to James, Charlie or Susanne.

Will Aid
A local solicitor writes your Will without charging their normal fee. Instead you are invited to make a voluntary donation to Will Aid. The suggested donation is £95 for a basic single Will or £150 for a pair of basic mirror Wills. The nearest participating solicitor is D C Kaye & Co, 10a High Street, Wendover, HP22 6EA or Old Bank Chambers, 2 Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Great Missenden, Bucks, HP16 0PW. Email: jan@dc-kaye.co.uk Telephone:01494 729024 (Lucy Pankhurst) www.dckaye.co.uk As some solicitors can get oversubscribed, you are advised to contact a participating solicitor as soon as possible to book your Will Aid appointment for November. More details can be found at http://www.willaid.org.uk/ I would be interested in receiving feedback from anyone making use of this initiative. James

The Next Few Weeks 

Morning Prayer usually takes place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursday at 8.45am (except Bank Holidays).

Wed 28th Oct	2/2.30pm Guided Tour for Thame U3A
Thurs 29th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion
Sun 1st Nov All Saints Day	8.00am Holy Communion (BCP) 10.00am All Age Family Communion and Baptism 3.00pm Time to Remember (see notices) 6.00pm Deanery Confirmation Service at Holy Trinity Church, Bledlow
Mon 2nd Nov	8.00pm PCC meeting (church hall)
Thurs 5th Nov	9.30am Holy Communion (with prayers for healing) 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 7th Nov	9.30am Leaf Sweep in the churchyard (see notices) 5.30pm Bonfire Night, 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough (see notices)
Sun 8th Nov Remembrance Sunday	10.00am Parish Communion and Act of Remembrance c. 11.15am Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion (BCP) 6.00pm Evensong