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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.
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
Prayer of the weekFather 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!
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
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
| 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 |
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