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

Pew Sheet 16th 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 18th October 2015

Luke the Evangelist

As Luke the Evangelist called men and women to faith in Christ, so we are called today to worship Christ and to share with others our faith in him.

10.00am Parish Eucharist
Hymns: 684, 716, 178 vs. 1, 2, 4, 6 & 8
Psalm: 147 v1-7
Communion: 126, 610, 937

First Reading Acts 16:6-12a
On their missionary journey through Asia Minor, Paul and his colleagues are guided by the Spirit of God.

Second Reading 2 Timothy 4:5-17
Paul, looking to the end of his own life, and apparently deserted by many co-workers, urges Timothy to visit him.

Gospel Luke 10:1-9
Jesus sends out 70 of his followers in pairs to prepare the way for the Lord, heal the sick and declare, “The kingdom of God has come near to you.”

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Isaiah 61 v 1-6, Colossians 4 v 7-end
Hymns: 120, Psalm 103 v1-12, 169, 638

6.00pm ‘Later’ Group at Princes Risborough Methodist Church.

Prayer of the week
Most glorious God, in Jesus you show us that your will is to save. Grant to us your people the boldness to desire a place in your kingdom, the courage to drink the cup of suffering, and the grace to find in service the glory you promise. 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 fair and just treatment of refugees and economic migrants coming in to the European Union
• Those who are unemployed, those whose jobs are at risk and those who are homeless
• Those being confirmed at the Deanery Confirmation Service on November 1st
• Alcoholics Anonymous and for the families and victims of all those addicted to drink
• St John’s C of E School, its pupils, staff, head and governors. The Windmill Playgroup.
• Mill Lane (MR) Dorrells Road (L) Eastfield Road (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:
  • Edith Cave, Frank Jackson

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

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 21st October. All welcome!

Fellowship Group
“Knit-ins” will be in the Church Hall on the 4th Thursday of each month (October 22nd) 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 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

Ride and Stride for Bucks Historic Churches Trust
Although we only had three riders this year, they raised the superb total of £605! So many congratulations to them and thanks to all their sponsors. We had fifty- one participants visiting St Dunstan's and St Peter's. Thank you to those who welcomed them. The proceeds are shared between the Trust and our two churches.

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

Things don’t grow on trees!
Well in this case they hopefully do as we’re looking for someone who might be able to supply or donate a 10 foot high Christmas tree to St. Dunstan’s in time for the decorations for the Christmas season. Please let James know if you (or someone else you know) might be able to help out

 

The Next Few Weeks 

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

Wed 21st Oct	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices)
Thurs 22nd Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in the church)
Sun 25th Oct	Clocks have gone back one hour 10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
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 10.00am All Age Family Communion and Baptism 3.00pm Time to Remember (see notices) 6.00pm 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

Pew Sheet 11th 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 

Sunday 11th October 2015

Nineteenth Sunday after Trinity

Jesus warned that those who put their faith in financial wealth will never find God’s kingdom. Let us join in worship today of our God who brings us riches worth more than all the money in the world.

10.00am Parish Eucharist
Hymns: 756, 90 v1-12, 572, 689
Communion: 374, 66, 455

First Reading     Job 23:1-9 & 16-end
Job longs to meet with God in order to voice his complaints, but is unable to find God in his (Job’s) darkness.

Second Reading     Hebrews 4:12-end
The writer to the Hebrews identifies Jesus as the greatest high priest, able to intercede for us because he is human as we are, yet, unlike us, is sinless.

Gospel     Mark 10:17-31
Both a rich man and the disciples are shocked when Jesus turns the received wisdom of the day on its head by stating that those whose life focus is on wealth will never discover God’s kingdom with all its richness.

11.15am World War One Commemoration at the war memorial

11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Psalm 90:1-12, Mark 10 v 17-31

3.00pm Oxford Diocese Harvest Festival for Deaf  and Hard of Hearing (see notices)

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Joshua 5 v 13-Ch 6 v 20, Matthew 11 v 20-end
Hymns: 606, Psalm 127, 310, 262

Prayer of the week
 
God of wisdom, whose word probes the motives of our hearts, with you all things are possible. Let worldly treasure not keep us from Jesus, who looks on us with love. Free us to leave all things and follow him, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Your prayers are asked in the coming weeks for:

• Peace in places like Libya, Syria, Afghanistan and Ukraine and for the work of Nobel Prize winners
• The role of the United Nations, NATO and other global organisations in creating a stable and fair society
• The running of the NHS amidst large budget deficits
• Those who serve the food that we buy and that they may receive a fair wage for their labour.
• Princes Risborough Primary School, its pupils, staff, head and governors.
• Dunsmore Avenue & Ride (MR) Broad Leys & Brooke Road (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:
  • Neil Radford, Brian Farrelly, Joan Turnbull, John Miller

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

 

Notices

 

Ride and Stride for Bucks Historic Churches Trust
Although we only had three riders this year, they raised the superb total of £605! So many congratulations to them and thanks to all their sponsors. We had fifty- one participants visiting St Dunstan's and St Peter's. Thank you to those who welcomed them. The proceeds are shared between the Trust and our two churches.

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!

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 – everyone is welcome. All are welcome to this group’s activities.

Signed Harvest Festival, Sunday October 11th at 3.00pm
Organised by the Oxford Diocesan Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, everyone is warmly invited to this service. There will be a loop system, Power-point presentation of the service and lip speaker. Please bring gifts of fruit, vegetables and other produce for a Harvest Auction.  Refreshments will be available afterwards.

Later Group
Later is a group of young people predominantly in years 7-11 who meet occasionally for fun, friendship, faith and food. An evening is planned for Sunday October 18th from 6-8pm at Princes Risborough Methodist Church which will include table tennis, hot dogs and chips. If you’d like to come please let Fran chris-fran@live.com know as soon as possible so she can buy in the food (lots of it). James

Confirmation Sessions and Service
A confirmation class for adults and children is being held at the Rectory on Saturday October 17th and Saturday October 24th from 2.30-4.30pm. The Confirmation service itself will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Bledlow on Sunday November 1st at 6pm. If you would like to consider being confirmed please contact James. Confirmation is often seen as the entry point to receive Holy Communion as a person ‘confirms’ the promises made on their behalf at their Baptism.

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 21st October. All welcome!

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 on the table in church. These will be read out as part of the service and there will be refreshments afterwards. James

Risborough in Bloom
We are pleased to be advised that Risborough was awarded two Silver Awards under the Town and Parks category in the regional Britain in Bloom Awards. The judges were extremely impressed with what they saw considering the Town only had two months to prepare! Thanks for all involved (Monks Risborough Horticultural Society, St. Dunstan's Church, Monks Risborough Primary School, Bucks Free Press) and we are looking forward to making our entry for 2016 bigger & better. If you would like to be part of Risborough in Bloom, please do contact us or if you have any ideas that you would like us to consider, we would love to hear from you! Princes Risborough Town Council kirsty@princesrisborough.com or 275912

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. More details can be found at http://www.willaid.org.uk/ and in next week’s pew sheet. James

 

The Next Few Weeks 

 

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

Thurs 15th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 17th Oct	2.30pm Confirmation Class at the Rectory (see notices)
Sun 18th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist 6.00pm Evensong 6.00pm ‘Later’ Group at Princes Risborough Methodist Church
Wed 21st Oct	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices)
Thurs 22nd Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in the church)
Sat 24th Oct	2.30pm Confirmation Class at the Rectory (see notices)
Sun 25th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Wed 28th Oct	2.00pm Guided Tour for Thame U3A
Thurs 29th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion
Sun 1st Nov All Saints Day	8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion and Baptism 3.00pm Time to Remember (see notices) 6.00pm Confirmation Service at Holy Trinity Church, Bledlow (see notices)
Mon 2nd Nov	8.00pm PCC meeting
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 5.30pm Bonfire Night, 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough

Pew Sheet 4th 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. 

Sunday 4th October 2015

Eighteenth Sunday after Trinity

HARVEST

Jesus calls us to approach him with childlike faith, and receive the kingdom of God. In joy, let us enter God’s courts and sing the praise of the one who saves us.

8.00am Holy Communion
Readings: Deuteronomy 6 v 4-9, Matthew 22 v 34 - end

11.00am Harvest Festival Service
(followed by Harvest Lunch at the Scout Hall)

Reading: Matthew 6:25-33
Hymns: 25, 964, 332, 900, 856, 719

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Joshua 3 v 7-end, Matthew 10 v 1-22
Hymns: 696, Psalm 125, 155, 392

Prayer of the week
God, our judge and saviour, teach us to be open to your truth
and to trust in your love, that we may live each day with confidence in the salvation which is given through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Your prayers are asked in the coming weeks for:

• The people of Syria and all those parts of the world suffering from conflict and violence:
• The leaders of the nations that they may turn from the ways of war and seek the paths of peace.
• All refugees and economic migrants that we may respond with generosity and recognise our common humanity.
• Local producers of food that they may be supported by the community and find a market for their food
• Pre-school education and Play groups. Their children, parents and staff.
• Bennells Close (Meadle) Burton Lane (MR) Bar Lane (L) Bardolphs Close (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: Sally Gordon
• Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
  • Dave Wheeler, Ken Bradshaw, Ivy Davies

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

Proposed parking restrictions in Mill Lane
Thank you to everyone who expressed their views regarding proposals to change parking arrangements within and around Princes Risborough which included no waiting restrictions in part of Mill Lane that would have been very damaging to the life of St. Dunstan’s and the local community. The proposals to include a single yellow line no waiting restriction between 10am and 11am 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. If you have any comments please let James, Charlie or Susanne know, especially if you are too cold or too hot!


Silent Prayer Meeting, Monday October 5th 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
October 8th at 8pm: The speaker is Marie-France Weiner on the Scottish Women’s Hospital at Royaument 1914-18. Refreshments are by Pam Scott & Pat Kimber. “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 – everyone is welcome. All are welcome to the Fellowship Group’s various activities.

Quiz to raise funds for a toilet at St. Peter's, Owlswick
This will take place on Saturday 10th October at Orchard View Farm, Little Meadle starting at 7pm and includes a curry supper. Teams of up to 6 people are £12 per head (please bring your own drinks if required). To book please ring Jane Rogers on 01844 347906 or email rogers.owlswick@waitrose.com

Signed Harvest Festival, Sunday October 11th at 3.00pm
Organised by the Oxford Diocesan Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, everyone is warmly invited to this service. There will be a loop system, Power-point presentation of the service and lip speaker. Please bring gifts of fruit, vegetables and other produce for a Harvest Auction.  Refreshments will be available afterwards.

Confirmation Sessions and Service
A confirmation class for adults and children is being held at the Rectory on Saturday October 17th and Saturday October 24th from 2.30-4.30pm. The Confirmation service itself will be held at Holy Trinity Church, Bledlow on Sunday November 1st at 6pm. If you would like to consider being confirmed please contact James. Confirmation is often seen as the entry point to receive Holy Communion as a person ‘confirms’ the promises made on their behalf at their Baptism.

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 21st October. All welcome!

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 will be read out and there will be refreshments at the end of the service. James

Risborough in Bloom
We are pleased to be advised that Risborough was awarded two Silver Awards under the Town and Parks category in the regional Britain in Bloom Awards. The judges were extremely impressed with what they saw considering the Town only had two months to prepare! Thanks for all involved (Monks Risborough Horticultural Society, St. Dunstan's Church, Monks Risborough Primary School, Bucks Free Press) and we are looking forward to making our entry for 2016 bigger & better. If you would like to be part of Risborough in Bloom, please do contact us or if you have any ideas that you would like us to consider, we would love to hear from you! Princes Risborough Town Council kirsty@princesrisborough.com or 275912

A prayer for the refugee crisis
God of compassion, whose own son experienced life as a refugee, we remember those fleeing from danger, hungry and afraid, with nowhere to call home. God, we ask for their warmth, security, food and peace.
God of hope, we thank you for those who are working to bring relief and comfort to those displaced, showing glimpses of grace in the darkness of despair. God, give them strength.

God of justice, guide the nations and the leaders of the world towards peace, stir hearts to be generous and compassionate. God, help us to play our part in bringing about the change that we want to see. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.

The Next Few Weeks 

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

Mon 5th Oct	9.30am Monks Risborough School Harvest Festival Service 8.00pm Silent Prayer Meeting (church hall)
Thurs 8th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 8.00pm Fellowship Group (see notices)
Sat 10th Oct	7.00pm Quiz for St. Peter’s, Owlswick (see notices)
Sun 11th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist 11.15am World War One Commemoration at the war memorial 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 3.00pm Harvest Festival for the Oxford Diocesan Deaf Church (see notices) 6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 15th Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 17th Oct	2.30pm Confirmation Class at the Rectory (see notices)
Sun 18th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist 6.00pm Evensong
Wed 21st Oct	2.30pm Friendship Group (see notices)
Thurs 22nd Oct	9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in the church)
Sat 24th Oct	2.30pm Confirmation Class at the Rectory (see notices)
Sun 25th Oct	10.00am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong