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