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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
Vicar: The Revd. James Tomkins
01844 275944 (day off Tuesday)
jamestomkins@btinternet.com
The Rectory, Mill Lane, Monks Risborough, HP27 9JE
Churchwardens:
Johanna Powell 01844 343996 johanna@powellathome.com
Margaret Hunnibell 01844 274366 mehunnibell01@gmail.com
Welcome!
We hope you will appreciate worshipping here with us. Please take away our welcome leaflet on the table for all of our services and activities. The 10 o’clock club for children meets in the church hall where coffee, squash and cake will be served after the 10.00am communion service.
Sunday 14th October
Twentieth Sunday after Trinity
Jesus calls us to follow him in total trust. So let us set aside all other concerns and open our hearts to him in worship.
Bible reading: Mark 10 v 17-31
Jesus teaches a wealthy man that eternal life cannot be secured by conformity to God’s laws. It is a gift received by following Jesus in total trust. Such sacrifice will not go unrewarded.
Hymns: 54, 964, 178 (verses 1, 3, 4, 5 & 8), 33
Communion: 47, 941 (verses 1 and 2), 636, 67
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Amos 5 v 6-7 & 10-15, Mark 10 v 17-31.
6.00pm Evensong
First Reading: Joshua 5 v 13-Ch 6 v 20
Second Reading: Matthew 11 v 20-end
Hymns: 606, 310, 374, Psalm 127
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. Amen.
Your prayers are asked this week for:
- Charlotte and Ernest as they begin their journey of faith through Baptism
- Those whose lives have been wrecked recently by natural disasters in Haiti, Indonesian, Central America and the USA
- Those with mental health difficulties and those who support and help them through their illness
- All those living in prisons; for their safety, reconciliation and rehabilitation in taking a constructive part in society
- Publicans and for our local public houses, giving thanks for the community building roles of many pubs.
- Princes Risborough Town Council, Community and Residents’ Associations.
- Kingsmead (MR) Centenary Cottages & Chestnut Way (L) Chiltern Close (PR)
- Those who are in need in our parish:
- Joan Ballance, Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison and Veronica Parker
- And also further afield for:
- Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Alex Chauhan, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard and Janet Drurie
- The recently departed:
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
Please come along to the church hall on Friday October 19th (10 am – 12.30 pm) to support this very worthwhile event. Wear something pink and enjoy a cuppa and cake . Libby Keane 07711 359254
‘Pilgrim Course’: an opportunity to explore The Creeds
Over the next few months on a variety of evenings there will be an opportunity to take a fresh look at The Apostles and Nicene Creeds that form part of our worship on a Sundays. The next meeting takes place from 7.30pm to 9.00pm at the Rectory on Thursday October 18th. It’s not compulsory to attend every evening as the course has been designed so that people can ‘dip in and out’ as they please. Please do chat to me if you’re not sure as to whether this might be suitable for you or simply come along on the evening. James
Silent Prayer Meeting, Monday October 22nd at 8 pm
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 these meetings of any faith or none. Each meeting lasts about 45 minutes to an hour. The meeting starts with some simple relaxation exercises, a short passage from the Bible to reflect upon in the half hour of silence, followed by a time of sharing of our experiences if people wish. James
Volunteers required for churchyard leaf sweep
At 9.30 am on Saturday November 3rd and Saturday December 1st we are looking to clear the fallen leaves from the churchyard. Please can you bring along a rake and/or leaf grabber if you have one and we will provide plenty of big, garden sacks. Rev James Tomkins
Family Bonfire Night suitable for All Ages
Open to everyone especially if you prefer colour and prettiness over loud bangs! This will take place on Saturday November 3rd 5.30pm – 7.30pm at 32 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough. Hot soup, mulled wine, hot chocolate, soft drinks and snacks will be served. Please bring ONE firework (not too loud!). RSVP Sue Ingram, 275287 or suemingram@hotmail.com
Dying Matters
Talking about death, dying and funerals raises big questions that it’s helpful to face at some point, but it can be hard to talk to family and friends. On Saturday October 27th and Wednesday October 31st there is an opportunity to come along to a session from 10am to 12 noon at 17 Wellington Avenue, Princes Risborough (home of Revs. Steve and Rose Williams) to think, chat and articulate these questions in a relaxed environment. A series of question cards are used to encourage conversations and to listen to others’ perspectives and experiences in small groups. The sessions are open for people of all faiths, doubts and none. To book a place on one of these sessions please contact Rev James Tomkins jamestomkins@btinternet.com 01844 275944 stating your preferred date.
Fabric Projects at St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s
In the next few months we hope to undertake a number of projects. These include the redecoration of the whole church; the conservation of the pulpit; the conservation of the tin arch at St. Peter’s; repairs to the stonework, protecting the path past the church hall to the churchyard and repairing the path from the bell tower to the churchyard. We hope to meet the cost of these projects through existing funds, legacies and previous fund raising activities. Longer term we are looking to create additional toilets at the back of the church hall to cope with the large number of visitors that come to events, funerals, weddings and other services at St. Dunstan’s. James
The Next Few Weeks
Morning Prayer usually takes place on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8.45am to 9.05am (except Bank Holidays). Everyone welcome
| Mon 15th Oct | 8.00pm PCC Meeting |
| Wed 17th Oct | 2.30pm Friendship Group (church hall) |
| Thurs 18th Oct | 9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 7.30pm ‘Pilgrim Course’, The Rectory |
| Sun 21st Oct | 10.00am Parish Communion 6.00pm Evensong 6.00pm ‘Later’ Youth Group (Princes Risborough Methodist Church) |
| Mon 22nd Oct | 8.00pm Silent Prayer Meeting (Church hall) |
| Tues 23rd Oct | 9.15am Fellowship walk (layby) |
| Thurs 25th Oct | 9.30am Healing & Holy Communion 2.00pm Knitters and natterers (church hall) |
| Sat 27th Oct | 10am ‘Dying matters’ at 17 Wellington Ave, Princes Risborough (see notices) |
| Sun 28th Oct | Clocks have gone back 1 hour 10.00am Parish Communion 3.00pm Owlswick Evensong |
| Wed 31st Oct | 10am ‘Dying Matters’ at 17 Wellington Ave, Princes Risborough (see notices) |
| Thurs 1st Nov | 9.30am Healing & Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) |
| Sat 3rd Nov | 9.30am Leaf Sweep in the churchyard (see notices) 2.00pm Naming/blessing service 5.30pm Bonfire party (see notices) |
| Sun 4th Nov | 8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am All Age Family Communion and Baptism 3.00pm Time To Remember |
| Thurs 8th Nov | 9.30am Holy Communion 2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall) 7.30pm Reverse Advent Fellowship Meeting |
| Sat 10th Nov | 2.00pm Marriage Blessing |
| Sun 11th Nov | 10.00am Parish Remembrance Service (without communion) 10.55am Act of Remembrance at the war memorial 11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion 6.00pm Service of readings, music and reflection for Armistice |
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