Friday 29 March 2019

Pew Sheet 31st March 2019

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:
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. Please do make use of the children’s corner in church with books, colouring sheets, toys etc. Coffee and squash is served in the church hall today after the 10.00am service.

The Church is open daily from at least 9.30-4.00pm.

Sunday 31st March 2019

Fourth Sunday of Lent – Mothering Sunday

 

In the middle of Lent we get a joyous glimpse of new life. Faith in Christ means always having the opportunity to turn to God, in whom we experience not only forgiveness, but welcome, love and possibility.

8.00am Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 2.1-10, Luke 2.33-35.
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service (no Communion)

Reading: 1 Corinthians 13
Hymns: 108, 605, 819, 332, 856, 631.
Anthem: Be still for the presence of the Lord

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Joshua 5.9-12, Luke 15.1-3 & 11b-end.
Hymns: 333, 755, 13 ; Psalm: 32

Prayer of the week:
God of compassion, you await the sinner’s return and spread a feast to welcome home the lost. Save us from temptations that lead away from you, and draw us back by the constancy of your love, that we may take our place in your household and gladly share our inheritance with others. Grant this through Christ, our liberator from sin, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God, for ever and ever. Amen.

Your prayers are asked this week for:

 
  • A clear and constructive way forward to the current Brexit turmoil that brings the greatest good to the greatest number of people.
  • Those who have lost everything as a result of the devastating floods in southern Africa, that they will find the comfort, shelter and support that they need
  • All those who have ‘mothered’ us in our lives and nurtured us in our journey of faith
  • The example set by religious communities, who challenge our materialism by service of the word of God.
  • The mission, ministry and congregational life of Kimble Free Church.
  • Icknield Court Nursing Home (PR) The Old School House (L)
  • Those who are in need in our parish:
    • Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison, Veronica Parker, Pam Strickland, Mary Copcutt, John Hobson and Mary Kent
  • And also further afield for:
    • Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard, Jonathan Kelly and Joshua
  • The recently departed: Joan Ballance
  • Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
    • Eric Miller, Robin Lane, Tilde Bradley, Tom Rutland, Kevin Montgomery.
Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
 Anorexia and Bulimia Care (ABC) is a national UK eating disorder organization with over 25 years of experience.
www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk

Notices


Brand New Church Electoral Roll
The electoral roll acts as the membership list of the church. If you haven’t yet done so, please can you return your electoral roll form today. Every six years the church electoral roll is completely revised so even if you have been on the roll before you’ll need to complete and return a new form. Forms are available by the south door and can be returned to the electoral roll officer Mrs Susanne Dodds, 34 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 9DT (01844 342746) or a scanned version including signature by email to susanned@onetel.com or please pass it to James.

Confirmation preparation sessions
These will be held at The Rectory on Saturday April 6th and 13th from 2.30-4.30 pm. The confirmation service itself will take place on Easter Eve, Saturday April 20th at 7.30 pm at St. Mary’s, Aylesbury. If you are interested in being confirmed please let me know. James

Basic First Aid Course, Wednesday 10th April
I have organised an introductory/refresher First Aid course to cover aspects such as bleeding, fainting, recovery position, choking, resuscitation and a few other areas. It will run from 2.30-4.30 pm in the church hall. It should help you to respond to those unexpected events that we all come across from time to time. Places may be limited so please let me know in advance if you would like to come. Simple First Aid kits and books will also be available to buy. James

Super Soup Lunch: Thursday April 11th
Please come along to this lunch of soup, crusty bread and a hot drink that only costs £5 to support Christian Aid. There will also be a craft stall and an opportunity to buy greeting cards etc. so you may wish to bring some extra money with you.

Lighthouse Quiz, Saturday 27th April 2019
This is being held at St Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough, prompt 7:30 pm start, tables of eight, cost £5, bring your own drinks and nibbles (no red wine as it stains the flooring), raffle and heads and tails game (offers of prizes greatly appreciated). To book a table please contact Jamie Carter on 01844 273286, booking essential.

Annual Meetings: April 29th
Annual meeting packs are now available from the table by the south door and are also available on the website www.stdunstanschurch.com Please read through the report which tells you in full about the life of St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s. Drinks will be served from 7.30 pm and the meetings themselves will start at 8 pm. James

Spring Concert in church, Saturday 18th May, 7.30pm
Manor House Music will play popular classics by Mozart, Vivaldi, Holst, Debussy, Bach etc. Tickets £10 from Sally’s Sewing Box, Duke Street, Princes Risborough, Johanna Powell 01844 343996 or www.ticketsource.co.uk/st-dunstans-church Raffle and complimentary glass of wine/soft drink

St. Dunstan’s Village  BBQ, Sunday May 19th
12 noon for 12.30 with award winning and locally sourced ‘pulled pork’, sausages and burgers from Orchard View Farm. Tickets are £8 (children 18 and under £2). Additional food can be purchased on the day! A complimentary drink will be served. Tickets from Susanne Carr 01844 346827. Please advise in advance of any special dietary requirements e.g. gluten free, vegetarian etc. Please bring a chair to sit outside if fine weather. A list will be put up in the porch for people to sign if they can provide a salad or dessert.

The Festival of Prayer 2019
This excellent events is organised by the Bible Reading Fellowship with the Diocese of Oxford. It is being held on Saturday 6 July 2019, Ripon College, Cuddesdon, Oxford, OX44 9EX. The cost is £33 per person with a variety of workshops to choose from. The Festival of Prayer aims to enhance your spiritual life by offering different approaches to Christian spirituality. For further information and to book please visit www.brfonline.org.uk/festival-of-prayer/

Copies of the community prayer diary available
Copies of the 2019 prayer diary are now available to take away from the table by the south door. The prayer diary covers various local concerns, roads and streets as well as national and international concerns.

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 

Thurs 4th April 9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing
10.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
1.15pm Funeral of Joan Ballance
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 5th April 9.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
Sun 7th April 8.00am Holy Communion                 
10.00am All Age Family Communion
3.00pm Singing workshop
6.00pm Evensong
Wed 10th April 2.30pm First Aid course in church hall (see notices)
Thurs 11th April 9.30am Holy Communion
12.15pm Super Soup lunch in the church hall (see notices)
7.30pm Fellowship Group: Talk on Paintings in the Wallace Collection by Susanne Carr
Sun 14th April Palm Sunday

Holy Week
begins
10.00am Parish Communion
(procession starts in lay-by)                                              
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion  6.00pm Evensong
6.00pm ‘Later’ youth group at Princes Risborough Methodist Church
Mon 15th April 8.00pm Stations of the Cross
Tues 16th April 8.00pm Compline
Wed 17th April 2.30pm Friendship Group (Church Hall)
8.00pm Compline
18th April Maundy Thurs 9.30am Holy Communion                
7.30pm Parish Communion
Fri 19th April
Good Friday
10.15am Walk of witness, A4010 layby
11.00am Churches Together in Risborough service, Elim Church, Bell St
2.00pm Service of music, readings and reflections
Sun 21st April Easter Day 6.00am Sunrise Service at Whiteleaf Cross;
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)                                        
10.00am All Age Family Communion and Easter Egg hunt
6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 25th April 9.30am Holy Communion
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (in church)
2.00pm Knitters (in church hall)
Sun 28th April 10.00am Parish Communion              
6.00pm Owlswick Evensong

Sunday 24 March 2019

Pew Sheet 24th March 2019

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:
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. Please do make use of the children’s corner in church with books, colouring sheets, toys etc. Coffee and squash is served in the church hall today after the 10.00am service.

The Church is open daily from at least 9.30-4.00pm.

 

Sunday 24th March 2019

Third Sunday of Lent


Today we learn all over again that we belong to the God who loves us to bits and will not leave us in despair. Even when our lives and this beautiful planet seem under threat, the maker of the stars and sea will not abandon creation.

10.00am Parish Communion

First Reading: Isaiah 55.1-9
There is an abundance for all in God’s economy that is offered without price to anyone who asks.
Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 10.1-13
God’s people have often forgotten whose they are and have suffered as a consequence of that forgetting, so be strong and remember!

Gospel: Luke 13.1-9
The question of why some people suffer so much is sometimes asked when we look to blame people for their situation, but Jesus won’t accept this as an explanation.

Hymns: 642, 626, 29, 177 (vs. 1, 3, 5, 7 & 8)
Communion: 82, 168, 165.
Anthem: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross

3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Readings: Genesis 28.10-19a, John 1.35-end.
Hymns: 378 416, 445, 376; Psalm: 12

Prayer of the week:
God of salvation, we stand before you on holy ground, for your name is glorified and your mercy revealed whenever your mighty deeds are remembered. Since you are holy and forbearing, turn us from every rash and shallow judgement to seek the ways of repentance. We ask this through Christ, our deliverance and hope, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God, for ever and ever. Amen.

 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

 
  • All political leaders that they may act with wisdom and discretion, patience and humility in resolving the Brexit process
  • All those caught in the cyclone in Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi that they may receive the practical and emotional support they need.
  • All those affected by the mass shooting in Christchurch
  • The Anglican Church in Hong King 
  • Those who offer free legal assistance and advice for the most vulnerable in our society, especially for the work of the Citizens Advice Bureau.
  • The Wellington House Surgery: for its doctors, nurses, other staff and their patients.
  • Wellington Avenue (PR) Little Lane (Sa)
  • Those who are in need in our parish:
    • Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison, Veronica Parker, Pam Strickland, Mary Copcutt and John Hobson
  • And also further afield for:
    • Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard, Jonathan Kelly and Joshua
  • The recently departed:
    • Joan Ballance and Beryl Norris
  • Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
    • Doreen Argue, Bryan Corsham, Pat Mills, Peter Frith, Julian Girling-Green, Kym Norris, Dora Hobson, Winnie Smith, Francis Butt, John Newport, Pam Miller.

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

 

Notices


Brand New Church Electoral Roll
The electoral roll acts as the membership list of the church. If you haven’t yet done so, please can you return your electoral roll form by March 31st at the latest. Every six years the church electoral roll is completely revised so even if you have been on the roll before you’ll need to complete and return a new form. Forms are available by the south door and can be returned to the electoral roll officer Mrs Susanne Dodds, 34 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 9DT (01844 342746) or a scanned version including signature by email to susanned@onetel.com or please pass it to James or one of the churchwardens.

The Psalm
There has been a wide ranging conversation about the psalm and its place in worship. It makes sense to retain it on occasions when it can be sung, read or said as part of the Old Testament Scriptures. James

Basic First Aid Course, Wednesday 10th April
I have organised an introductory/refresher First Aid course to cover aspects such as bleeding, fainting, recovery position, choking, resuscitation and a few other areas. It will run from 2.30-4.30 pm in the church hall. It should help you to respond to those unexpected events that we all come across from time to time. Places may be limited so please let me know in advance if you would like to come. Simple First Aid kits and books will also be available to buy. James

Super Soup Lunch: Thursday April 11th
Please come along to this lunch of soup, crusty bread and a hot drink that only costs £5 to support Christian Aid

Lighthouse Quiz, Saturday 27th April 2019
This is being held at St Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough, prompt 7:30 pm start, tables of eight, cost £5, bring your own drinks and nibbles (no red wine as it stains the flooring), raffle and heads and tails game (offers of prizes greatly appreciated). To book a table please contact Jamie Carter on 01844 273286, booking essential.

More works at St. Dunstan’s
Following the successful redecoration (£25,000) of St. Dunstan’s last month the essential repairs to the stonework (£11,000) have also now been completed. The next project in the programme of works is to have all of the windows cleaned, as well as the pulpit, and the decorative metal band at St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick, conserved.  A short video of the redecoration works can be found on this link on the website http://www.stdunstanschurch.com/gallery.html James

Copies of the community prayer diary available
Copies of the 2019 prayer diary are now available to take away from the table by the south door. The prayer diary covers various local concerns, roads and streets as well as national and international concerns.

Confirmation preparation sessions
These will be held at The Rectory on Saturday April 6th and 13th from 2.30-4.30 pm. The confirmation service itself will take place on Easter Eve, Saturday April 20th at 7.30 pm at St. Mary’s, Aylesbury. If you are interested in being confirmed please let me know. James

Annual Meetings: April 29th
The annual meeting packs will be available from March 31st and also put on to the website. Please read through the report which tells you in full about the life of St. Dunstan’s and St. Peter’s. Drinks will be served from 7.30 pm and the meetings themselves will start at 8 pm. James

The Festival of Prayer 2019
This excellent events is organised by the Bible Reading Fellowship with the Diocese of Oxford. It is being held on Saturday 6 July 2019, Ripon College, Cuddesdon, Oxford, OX44 9EX. The cost is £33 per person with a variety of workshops to choose from. The Festival of Prayer aims to enhance your spiritual life by offering different approaches to Christian spirituality. For further information and to book please visit www.brfonline.org.uk/festival-of-prayer/

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 

Tues 26th Mar 9.15am Walking group ((A4010 lay-by)
Thurs 28th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion               
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church)
2.00pm Knitters and Natterers (church hall)
Sun 31st Mar
Mothering Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion               
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service without Communion
6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 4th April 9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing
10.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
1.15pm Funeral of Joan Ballance
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 5th April 9.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
Sun 7th April 8.00am Holy Communion                 
10.00am All Age Family Communion
3.00pm Singing workshop
6.00pm Evensong
Wed 10th April 2.30pm First Aid course in church hall (see notices)
Thurs 11th April 9.30am Holy Communion
12.15pm Super Soup lunch in the church hall (see notices)
Sun 14th April Palm Sunday 10.00am Parish Communion (start in lay-by)
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion  6.00pm Evensong
6.00pm ‘Later’ youth group at Princes Risborough Methodist Church
Mon 15th April 8.00pm Stations of the Cross
Tues 16th April 8.00pm Compline
Wed 17th April 2.30pm Friendship Group (Church Hall)
8.00pm Compline
18th April Maundy Thurs 9.30am Holy Communion               
7.30pm Parish Communion
Fri 19th April
Good Friday
10.15am Walk of witness, A4010 layby
11.00am Churches Together in Risborough service, Elim Church, Bell St
2.00pm Service of music, readings and reflections
Sun 21st April Easter Day 6.00am Sunrise Service at Whiteleaf Cross
8.00am Holy Communion (BCP)
10.00am All Age Family Communion
6.00pm Evensong

Saturday 16 March 2019

Pew Sheet 17th March 2019

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:
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. Please do make use of the children’s corner in church with books, colouring sheets, toys etc. Coffee and squash is served in the church hall today after the 10.00am service.

The Church is open daily from at least 9.30-4.00pm.

Sunday 17th March 2019

 

Second Sunday of Lent

 

“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom then shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom then shall I be afraid?” In a world full of fear, where life seems fragile, we turn to God in faith.

10.00am Parish Communion

First Reading: Genesis 15.1-12 & 17-18
In response to Abram’s doubts, God confirms in a solemn ceremony the promise that Abram will have many descendants, who will live in a special God-given land.

Second Reading: Philippians 3.17-4.1
The fact that our true home is in heaven must affect our earthly priorities.

Gospel: Luke 13.31-end
Jesus laments over Jerusalem, the city special to God, which nevertheless has a history of persecuting God’s prophets, and is the city where he will die.

Hymns: 340, 489, 252.
Lenten litany: ‘Hearken, O Lord, have mercy upon us, for we have sin-ned against thee’
Communion: 458, 342, 651
Anthem: Wash me throughly by David Halls

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Jeremiah 22.1-9 & 13-17, Luke 14: 27-33.
Hymns: 690, 281, 208; Psalm: 135:1-12

Prayer of the week:
God of the covenant, your presence fills us with awe, your word gives us unshakable hope. Fix in our hearts the image of your Son in glory, that, sustained on the path of discipleship, we may pass over with him to newness of life. Grant this through Christ, our deliverance and hope, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God, for ever and ever. Amen.

 

Your prayers are asked this week for:

 
  • Consensus and the serving of the common good by the British government, parliament and European Union in the Brexit process
  • Delivery drivers and companies, for the important role in serving our community
  • Our Archbishops Justin and John and for the worldwide Anglican Communion
  • Those who protect our heritage and countryside.
  • Willow Way (PR) Bledlow Road & Chiltern View (Sa)
  • Those who are in need in our parish:
    • Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison, Veronica Parker, Pam Strickland, Mary Copcutt and John Hobson
  • And also further afield for:
    • Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard, Jonathan Kelly and Joshua
  • The recently departed:
    • Joan Balance and Beryl Norris
  • Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
    • Doris Gomme, Anne Frow, Helen Keeping, John McMullan, Minnie Greig, David Stevens, Geoffrey Carter, Brenda Ridgley, Brian Copcutt
Please remember the charities that the parish supports:
 Anorexia and Bulimia Care (ABC) is a national UK eating disorder organization with over 25 years of experience.
www.anorexiabulimiacare.org.uk

Notices


Brand New Church Electoral Roll
The electoral roll acts as the membership list of the church. If you haven’t yet done so, please can you return your electoral roll form by March 31st at the latest. Every six years the church electoral roll is completely revised so even if you have been on the roll before you’ll need to complete and return a new form. Forms are available by the south door and can be returned to the electoral roll officer Mrs Susanne Dodds, 34 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 9DT (01844 342746) or a scanned version including signature by email to susanned@onetel.com or please pass it to James or one of the churchwardens.

The Psalm
There has been a wide ranging conversation about the psalm and its place in worship. It makes sense to retain it on occasions when it can be sung, read or said as part of the Old Testament Scriptures. James

Representative required
Churches Together is considering organising a free community event, possibly linked to the 2020 Town Festival, and working closely with the Town Council. If you are interested in going along to the initial meeting on Thursday March 21st at 7.30pm please let James know.

Monks Monkeys 10th Anniversary Party: help required
On March 23rd (2.30-4.30) everyone aged 0-12 (accompanied by an adult) is invited to a children’s party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Monks Monkeys, the church’s toddler group. There will be a treasure hunt, a children’s entertainer and games. If you are happy to be an extra pair of hands on the day I would be delighted to hear from you. Anne White (346536) is making multiple ‘pass the parcels’. If you have any spare unused gift wrapping paper please let her know. James

Super Soup Lunch: Thursday April 11th
Please come along to this lunch of soup, crusty bread and a hot drink that only costs £5 with the monies going to Christian Aid

Lighthouse Quiz, Saturday 27th April 2019
This is being held at St Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough, prompt 7:30 pm start, tables of eight, cost £5, bring your own drinks and nibbles (no red wine as it stains the flooring), raffle and heads and tails game (offers of prizes greatly appreciated). To book a table please contact Jamie Carter on 01844 273286, booking essential.

More works at St. Dunstan’s
Following the successful redecoration (£25,000) of St. Dunstan’s last month the essential repairs to the stonework (£11,000) have also now been completed. The next project in the programme of works is to have all of the windows cleaned, as well as the pulpit, and the decorative metal band at St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick, conserved.  A short video of the redecoration works can be found on this link on the website http://www.stdunstanschurch.com/gallery.html James

Copies of the community prayer diary available
Copies of the 2019 prayer diary are now available to take away from the table by the south door. The prayer diary covers various local concerns, roads and streets.

Confirmation preparation sessions
These will be held at The Rectory on Saturday April 6th and 13th from 2.30-4.30 pm and are open to everyone wishing to be confirmed. The confirmation service itself will take place on Easter Eve, Saturday April 20th at 7.30 pm at St. Mary’s, Aylesbury. If you are interested in being confirmed with a view to receiving Holy Communion please let me know. James

Charity Quiz Success
Thank you to everyone who took part and helped to organise this event on Saturday March 9th. It was a very enjoyable evening and over £500 will be shared between The Princes Centre, PACE and Rennie Grove Hospice Care. James

New 2019 Prayer Diary now available
Copies of this prayer diary that covers the local area and its churches as well as national and international concerns is now available from the table by the south door. 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 

Wed 20th Mar 2.30pm Friendship Group (church hall)
Thurs 21st Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                 
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church)
7.30pm ‘Open House’ (The Pilgrim course) at the Rectory
Sat 23rd Mar 2.30pm Monks Monkeys Party (see notices)
Sun 24th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion              
3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Tues 26th Mar 9.15am Walking group ((A4010 lay-by)
Thurs 28th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church)
2.00pm Knitters and Natterers (church hall)
Sun 31st Mar
Mothering Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion               
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service without Communion
6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 4th April 9.30am Holy Communion with prayers for healing
10.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 5th April 9.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
Sun 7th April 8.00am Holy Communion                
10.00am All Age Family Communion
3.00pm Singing workshop
6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 11th April 9.30am Holy Communion
12.15pm Super Soup lunch in the church hall (see notices)
Sun 14th April Palm Sunday 10.00am Parish Communion (start in lay-by)                                            
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
6.00pm Evensong
Mon 15th April 8.00pm Stations of the Cross
Tues 16th April 8.00pm Compline
Wed 17th April 8.00pm Compline
Thurs 18th April 9.30am Holy Communion                
7.30pm Parish Communion
Fri 19th April
Good Friday
10.15am Walk of witness, A4010 layby
11.00am Churches Together in Risborough service,
Elim Church, Bell St
2.00pm Service of music, readings and reflections

Friday 8 March 2019

Pew Sheet 10th March 2019

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. Please do make use of the children’s corner in church with books, colouring sheets, toys etc. Coffee and squash is served in the church hall today after the 10.00am service.

The Church is open daily from at least 9.30-4.00pm.

Sunday 10th March 2019

 

First Sunday of Lent

 

Jesus entered the empty desert to set his heart wholly on God’s purpose for his life. In this time of worship together, and throughout this season of Lent, may we clear away all distractions and live as people fully focused on the Spirit’s presence in the world.

10.00am Parish Communion

First Reading: Deuteronomy 26.1-11
As the Israelites offer their first fruits, so the ceremony recalls all that God has done for them, bringing them from slavery to a homeland.

Second Reading: Romans 10.8b-13
Confessing belief in the risen Lord is central to faith, giving strength to believers and opening their hearts to salvation.

Gospel: Luke 4.1-13
Tempted as we are, Jesus stands steadfast, rejecting the devil and relying on the Spirit to lead him through his desert retreat and bring focus to his ministry.

Hymns: 190, 86, 617 & 689,
Communion: 483, 412 and 484
Anthem: Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake (R. Farrant)

11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
Readings: Deuteronomy 26.1-11, Luke 4.1-13

6.00pm Evensong
Readings: Jonah 3, Luke 18.9-14.
Hymns: 69, 375, 70; Psalm: 119:73-80

Prayer of the week:
Lord our God, you alone do we worship, only your word gives life. Sustain your Church on its Lenten journey. When we walk through the desert of temptation, strengthen us to renounce the power of evil. When our faith is tested by doubt, illuminate our hearts with Easter’s bright promise. We ask this through Christ, deliverance and hope, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, holy and mighty God, for ever and ever. Amen.

 


Your prayers are asked this week for:

 
  • Our keeping of Lent and how we might deepen our faith
  • Vulnerable young people caught up in gang violence and all victims of knife crime
  • A clear way forward in the Brexit negotiations with another important parliamentary vote this week
  • An effective response to the threats posed by global warming and climate change
  • Specialist flying emergency groups, for volunteers who leave their daily lives to risk danger on behalf of others.
  • The mission, ministry and congregational life of the Methodist Church, Princes Risborough
  • Walkers Road and Walnut Crescent (L) Cross Lane and Hinton Crossing (B)
  • Those who are in need in our parish:
    • Joan Ballance, Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison, Veronica Parker, Pam Strickland and Mary Copcutt
  • And also further afield for:
    • Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard, Jonathan Kelly, Beryl Norris and Joshua
  • The recently departed:
  • Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
    • Pam Mason, Ethel Seager, Agnes Bowell, Alan Laken, Eddy Tranter, John Clegg.

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

 

Notices


Lent courses, resources and opportunities
Lent courses will run weekly on Wednesday mornings during Lent. If you would like to attend please contact Rev. Rose Williams from the details in the parish newsletter and on the separate A5 sheet on the table near the south door. There are a number of free Lent resources near the south door. Please take one or more copies with you. Christian Aid has also produced a very good resource called ‘count your blessings. Please also let me know if you would like to join me in being interviewed by a class of 8/9 year olds at Monks Risborough School about how you keep Lent. James https://www.christianaid.org.uk/sites/default/files/2019-02/lent-easter-2019-childrens-count-your-blessings-English.pdf

Newsletter
Copy date for the next Newsletter is TODAY. Please send entries to: morna.hinch@btinternet.com or John McKay at penserve@gmail.com

Brand New Church Electoral Roll
If you haven’t yet done so, please can you return your electoral roll form by March 31st at the latest. Every six years the church electoral roll is completely revised so even if you have been on the roll before you’ll need to complete and return a new form. Forms are available by the south door and can be returned to the electoral roll officer Mrs Susanne Dodds, 34 Summerleys Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 9DT (01844 342746) or a scanned version including signature by email to susanned@onetel.com or please pass it to James or one of the churchwardens.

The Psalm
There has been a wide ranging conversation about the psalm and its place in worship. It makes sense to retain it on occasions when it can be sung, read or said as part of the Old Testament Scriptures. James

Representative required
Churches Together is considering organising a free community event, possibly linked to the 2020 Town Festival, and working closely with the Town Council. If you are interested in going along to the initial meeting on Thursday March 21st at 7.30pm please let James know.

Monks Monkeys 10th Anniversary Party: help required
On March 23rd (2.30-4.30) everyone aged 0-12 (accompanied by an adult) is invited to a children’s party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Monks Monkeys, the church’s toddler group. There will be a treasure hunt, a children’s entertainer and games. If you are happy to be an extra pair of hands on the day I would be delighted to hear from you. Anne White (346536) is making multiple ‘pass the parcels’. If you have any spare unused gift wrapping paper please let her know. James

Super Soup Lunch: Thursday April 11th
Please come along to this lunch of soup, crusty bread and a hot drink that only costs £5 with the monies going to Christian Aid

Do you like early mornings and a cooked breakfast?
Traditionally on Easter Sunday at 6 am there is a sunrise service at the top of Whiteleaf Cross. If you are interested in cooking bacon sandwiches as part of this event please can you let me know. James

Lighthouse Quiz, Saturday 27th April 2019
This is being held at St Mary’s Church, Princes Risborough, prompt 7:30 pm start, tables of eight, cost £5, bring your own drinks and nibbles (no red wine as it stains the flooring), raffle and heads and tails game (offers of prizes greatly appreciated). To book a table please contact Jamie Carter on 01844 273286, booking essential.

More works at St. Dunstan’s
Following the successful redecoration (£25,000) of St. Dunstan’s last month the essential repairs to the stonework (£11,000) are now well underway. Once these works are completed the next project in the programme of works is to have all of the windows cleaned, as well as the pulpit, and the decorative metal band at St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick, conserved.  A short video of the redecoration works can be found on this link on the website http://www.stdunstanschurch.com/gallery.html 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 11th Mar 8.00pm Silent Prayer Meeting (Church Hall)
Thurs 14th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion             
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
7.30pm Fellowship Communion service followed by AGM and mystery activity
Sun 17th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion             
6.00pm Evensong
6.00pm ‘Later’ at Princes Risborough Methodist Church
Wed 20th Mar 2.30pm Friendship Group (church hall)
Thurs 21st Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                 
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
7.30pm ‘Open House’ (The Pilgrim course) at the Rectory
Sat 23rd Mar 2.30pm Monks Monkeys Party (see notices)
Sun 24th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion              
3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Tues 26th Mar 9.15am Walking group ((A4010 lay-by)
Thurs 28th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church)
2.00pm Knitters and Natterers
(church hall)
Sun 31st Mar
Mothering Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion               
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service without Communion    6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 4th April 9.30am Healing and Holy Communion
10.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Fri 5th April 9.30am Monks Risborough School ‘Holy Week’ service
Sun 7th April 8.00am Holy Communion                 
10.00am All Age Family Communion  
6.00pm Evensong
Thurs 11th April 9.30am Holy Communion
12.15pm Super Soup lunch in the church hall (see notices)

Saturday 2 March 2019

Pew Sheet 3rd March 2019

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:
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. Please do make use of the children’s corner in church with books, colouring sheets, toys etc. Coffee and squash is served in the church today after the 10.00am service.

The Church is open daily from at least 9.30-4.00pm.

Sunday 3rd March 2019

Sunday next before Lent

 

We come confidently into our Lord’s presence, responding to his call. We come eagerly, ready to see God’s glory and listen to God’s word. We come openly, seeking not just a spiritual experience, but a transforming encounter. So let us come humbly to worship our living Lord.

8.00am Holy Communion
First Reading: Exodus 34.29-end.
Second Reading: Luke 9.28-36.
10.00am All Age Family Communion and Baptism of Teagan Banks and Francesca Cairney
Reading: Luke 9.28-36
Hymns: 450, 964, 54, 419. Communion: 47, 509, 67, 590.

6.00pm Evensong
First Reading: Exodus 3.1-6
Second Reading: John 12.27-36a
Hymns: 70, 457, 494; Psalm: 89v1-8.

Wednesday 6th March 2019

Ash Wednesday


As we move into Lent, a season of cleansing and renewal, let us keep a clear intention to leave our worship refreshed in faith and revived in the Holy Spirit.


7.30pm Parish Communion and imposition of ashes with the Rt. Revd Alan Wilson, Bishop of Buckingham
Reading: Joel 2 v 1-2 & 12-17.
Gospel: John 8.1-11.
Hymn: 190
Lenten litany: ‘Hearken, O Lord, have mercy upon us, for we have sin-ned against thee’
Hymn: 343, Communion hymns: 379 & 540
Anthem: Lord, for thy tender mercy’s sake, R. Farrant
Hymn: 503

Your prayers are asked this week for:

 
  • The proposal to build a Children’s Round Chapel (multi faith/inter denominational) for bereaved parents in the parish
  • A clear way forward in the Brexit negotiations to provide certainty for the business and other communities
  • An easing of tensions between Pakistan and India over the disputed region of Kashmir
  • Nursing staff, for the care and support they provide to patients and their relatives.
  • Those living alone. Risborough Good Neighbours. Risborough Carers
  • Thame Road (L)
  • Those who are in need in our parish:
    • Joan Ballance, Pam Johnson, Pam Lidgley, Sue Caudery, Iris Hutchison, Veronica Parker, Pam Strickland and Mary Copcutt
  • And also further afield for:
    • Alastair, Georgina Cole, Ginny Gibbs, Cathy Owen, Gail, Suzy Cooper, Anna Ballard, Jonathan Kelly, Beryl Norris and Joshua
  • The recently departed:
  • Those whose anniversary of death falls at this time:
    • Leslie Morecraft, Chris Broadmeadow, Ethel Galley, Jasmine Cawley, Marjorie Browne.

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

Notices


Lent courses and resources
The Lent courses start on Saturday March 9th, Monday March 11th and Wednesday March 13th. Full details are in the parish newsletter and a separate A5 sheet on the table near the south door. There are a number of free Lent resources near the south door. Please take one or more copies with you. Christian Aid has also produced a very good resource called ‘count your blessings. James https://www.christianaid.org.uk/sites/default/files/2019-02/lent-easter-2019-childrens-count-your-blessings-English.pdf

The Ultimate Charity Quiz
This will be held on Saturday March 9th at Monks Risborough School Hall starting at 7.30pm. Teams of 6-8 people with a cost of £5/person will be able to pit their wits and in doing so help raise funds for three local charities: Rennie Grove Hospice Care, PACE and The Princes Centre. Bring your own drinks and nibbles; raffle and heads & tails. Individuals and teams can enter by contacting Johanna Powell on 01844 343996 or johanna@powellathome.com
 
Monks Monkeys 10th Anniversary Party: help required
On March 23rd (2.30-4.30) everyone aged 0-12 (accompanied by an adult) is invited to a children’s party to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Monks Monkeys, the church’s toddler group. There will be a treasure hunt, a children’s entertainer and games. If you are happy to be an extra pair of hands on the day I would be delighted to hear from you. Anne White (346536) is making multiple ‘pass the parcels’. If you have any spare unused gift wrapping paper please let her know. James

Psalm or hymn: you decide
When we worshipped in the scout hall for practical reasons the psalm was omitted from the morning service. Now that we are back in the church the psalm has continued to be replaced by a hymn before the Gospel. The sense that I am getting is that this enhances rather than detracts from our worship. I suspect that part of the reason for this is that the psalm is difficult to sing and for newcomers and visitors to the church the psalm is likely to be a hurdle for them to overcome. With this in mind I’m keen to carry on favouring the hymn over the psalm for the time being whilst keeping the psalm for Evensong where it naturally fits and sometimes listening to the psalm as an alternative to the Old Testament reading in the Communion service. I would however welcome any thoughts you may have on this subject. James

Representative required
Churches Together is considering organising a free community event, possibly linked to the 2020 Town Festival, and working closely with the Town Council. If you are interested in going along to the initial meeting on Thursday March 21st at 7.30pm please let James know.

More grass cutters required for the churchyard
The time commitment is about two to three hours each fortnight during the growing season. If you would like to find out more about what’s involved please speak with James.

Lighthouse Quiz Sheet
Thank you to everyone at St. Dunstan’s who bought a Lighthouse Quiz Sheet. It raised £619 and the winner was Pam Harding from Haddenham who kindly donated the £25 cash prize back to Lighthouse. Thanks also to Janet East and Margaret Pitman who sold Quiz Sheets at St Dunstan’s. The answers are pinned up in the porch. Jamie Carter

More works at St. Dunstan’s
Following the successful redecoration (£25,000) of St. Dunstan’s last month the essential repairs to the stonework (£11,000) are now well underway. Once these works are completed the next project in the programme of works is to have all of the windows cleaned, as well as the pulpit, and the decorative metal band at St. Peter’s Chapel, Owlswick, conserved. James

Do you like early mornings and a cooked breakfast?
Traditionally on Easter Sunday at 6 am there is a sunrise service at the top of Whiteleaf Cross. If you are interested in cooking bacon sandwiches as part of this event please can you let me know. 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 4th Mar 8.00pm PCC meeting
Wed 6th Mar
Ash Wednesday
2.00pm Monks Risborough School Service
7.30pm Parish Communion with the Bishop of Buckingham, The Rt. Revd Alan Wilson 
Thurs 7th Mar 9.30am Healing & Holy Communion
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
Sat 9th Mar 7.30pnm The Ultimate Charity Quiz at Monks Risborough School (see notices)
Sun 10th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion         
11.30am Owlswick Holy Communion
6.00pm Evensong
Mon 11th Mar 8.00pm Silent Prayer Meeting
(Church Hall)
Thurs 14th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion             
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
7.30pm Fellowship Communion service followed by AGM
Sun 17th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion
6.00pm Evensong
6.00pm ‘Later’ at Princes Risborough Methodist Church
Wed 20th Mar 2.30pm Friendship Group (church hall)
Thurs 21st Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church hall)
7.30pm ‘Open House’ (The Pilgrim course) at the Rectory
Sat 23rd Mar 2.30pm Monks Monkeys Party (see notices)
Sun 24th Mar 10.00am Parish Communion              
3.00pm Owlswick Evensong
Tues 26th Mar 9.15am Walking group ((A4010 lay-by)
Thurs 28th Mar 9.30am Holy Communion                
2.00pm Monks Monkeys (church)
2.00pm Knitters and Natterers (church hall)
Sun 31st Mar
Mothering Sunday
8.00am Holy Communion               
10.00am Mothering Sunday Service without Communion   6.00pm Evensong