St Mary’s and St Luke’s News for Sunday 27 November 2022 – Advent Sunday
The Weekly Sheet has this week’s Readings and News on it
John & Bert’s Funerals
We continue to mourn the death of two longstanding members of our congregation: Bert Spencer and John Roberts. We give thanks for their lives, their friendship and the memories they leave with us. Please keep their families in your prayers.
John’s funeral is on Monday 28 November, 12 noon at St Mary’s.
Bert’s funeral is on Monday 5 December, 1pm at St Mary’s.
Advent Study Group
Revd Mike is planning to run an Advent Study Group on Mondays 28 November, 5, 12 & 19 December. 7:30pm-9pm at the Rectory. Please let Mike know if you’re interested. revd.mike@stmaryswistaston.org.uk – 01270 665742
Follow the Star – the great invitation
We would love to see you at one of our special Christmas services above and take the next step on your journey of faith. Also, the Church of England has daily Advent and Christmas reflections via an App or email. Share the joy in celebrating the birth of Jesus. bit.ly/followthestar2022
Click on the image below to see our Christmas Services for 2022
Toy Service at St Mary’s on 4 December
The Salvation Army would like new unwrapped toys and gifts for ages 0 to 16. All toys and gifts will be given to local families in need this Christmas. Please bring toys to church on 4 December.
Ladies Afternoon Tea
A reminder that Afternoon Tea starts at 1.00 pm on Sunday following on from the morning service and tea and coffee.
A fantastic afternoon at the Cake Decorating event
Many thanks to Elaine Turner, and all who helped to run the Christmas Cake Decorating afternoon, £380.50 was raised towards the new heating system and a lovely afternoon was had by all.
Advent Lunch
Advent Lunch in the Church Hall – Wednesday 7th December 11.30am onwards, There will be a warming Stew. All Welcome and proceeds to St Mary`s Church fund s £4.50 per person.
Rose Queen Event
Emily our Rose Queen plans to have a cake and craft stall following Junior Church on Sunday, 4th December. Please come and support.
Free books in the Choir Vestry!
We have books in the Choir Vestry of all different types, Bibles, Theology Books, general Christian titles and reference books. We’d like them to be all be gone by January. Please take what you would like and can use, we don’t want them back! Any books left in January will be given to good homes.
Christmas produce, jams and pickles
On sale over coffee on 4 December in the Church Hall
Mike and Chris Horne again will be selling their wonderful Preserves, Pickles and Christmas puddings and Hyacinths pots (Pots available from the 12 December). Look out for the order forms up at Church and in the Church Hall or contact them directly on 07756575835 or at email torritone@btinternet.com
St Mary’s Cleaning
Many thanks from all of us to those who currently clean St Mary’s each week (and St Luke’s!). At St Mary’s we are looking to expand the rota and are looking for volunteers – please add your name to the rota in the porch or email Mike on revd.mike@stmaryswistaston.org.uk
LAG Carol Service – Our Carol service is on Thursday 15th December at 2pm in St Mary’s followed by tea/ coffee and biscuits in the church hall. Looking forward to seeing you all. More details to follow
St Mary’s Heating – we have an installation date!
We have now had permission to replace the boiler and have an installation date of 15-17th December. Please dress warmly until resolved. Revd Mike & the Wardens.
Wells Green Methodist Church Cafe
Open every Friday, 10.30am to 1.30pm, for refreshments, soup and a roll (donations). Run by friendly volunteers – come along for a chat and hot soup to keep warm.
Foodbank Update & Harvest Thanks
Please continue to help us with long-life food items to see us through the Winter months.
Morning Prayer on Zoom
Morning Prayer on Zoom at 9:30am bit.ly/930mp
Usually Monday and Thursday, check the online calendar for weekly changes.
Why not check out the Church of England Daily Prayer which can be found here:
https://www.churchofengland.org/prayer-and-worship/join-us-service-daily-prayer
There is also Daily Hope: a free phone line of hymns, reflections and prayers you can call at any time on 0800 804 8044.
Bible Study & Prayer
Bible Study & Prayer. Tuesday morning Bible Study group, at 10.15am November next meeting is 29th November at 56 Bowness Road. Thanks Jenny Varty.
The next evening Prayer group will be held on Thursday December 1st at 7pm, Please contact Jenny Varty 01270 567618 for dates and more info.
Pray for Ukraine
Resources for personal prayer and reflection for the nation of Ukraine and for peace – click here for our dedicated Blog page
Sunday Refreshments
If you would like to join the refreshments team, please sign up via the sheet in the Church Hall or contact Polly or Teresa in the Church Office 01270 567119 or office@stmaryswisaston.org.uk
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