St Mary’s and St Luke’s News & Information for 14 May 2023 – Easter 6
The Weekly Sheet has this week’s Readings and News on it
Thanks to all those who helped us, in so many different ways, to celebrate the Coronation at both of our churches, especially to those who decorated our churches with flowers and bunting.
Thank you Rachael
It’s Rachael Rivers final Sunday with us this Sunday. I’m sure you will join with me in thanking Rachael for her ministry amongst us during her placement. Our best wishes go with her as she completes her Reader Training and is licenced next year to serve as a Reader. Revd Mike.
It’s Christian Aid Week!
Thanks to those who have offered to deliver/collect envelopes this year around the local area.
If you would like to give via our E-Envelope this year, then please click here: bit.ly/caw2023stmarys or scan the QR Code
We need help to count the envelopes on Sunday 21 May, if you can help, please join us at the Rectory at 5pm, it should take no more than an hour.
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting 2023
The Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) is this Sunday 21 May 2023 at 12 noon in St Mary’s Church followed by a Bring and Share in the Church Hall. The Trustees’ Report & Financial Statement 2022 is available at both churches and online via the link below. The APCM is open to anyone on the church’s Electoral Roll. At the APCM we will be electing 2 Church Wardens, 5 Members to the PCC and 4 Deanery Synod Members. The Revision of the Electoral Roll was completed on 30 April. Nomination forms for are available at both churches and can be found bit.ly/apcminfo
The Bible Study group
The Tuesday Bible study group will next meet on the 16th May at 10.15am. The monthly Prayer group on Thursday 1st June at 7pm. Both groups meet at 56 Bowness Rd. All welcome. Thank you, Jenny V.
The Knife Angel in Crewe
The Knife Angel is in Crewe until 30 May. More info:bit.ly/knifeangelcrewe It is located in Memorial Square, well worth a visit.
Psalm 27 Garden at RHS Tatton Park (July 19-23).
The Bible Society are sponsoring Ollie Pike (aged 24) to create a garden based on a Psalm 27 Garden at RHS Tatton Park Here’s a link to the web page: bit.ly/psalm27garden Ollie is in the Young Designer of the Year competition. Ollie chose Psalm 27 having heard it at a funeral and found it comforting. Tickets are less than £30 for a wonderful day out and can be bought here: bit.ly/tattontickets
Morning Prayer on Zoom
Morning Prayer
on Zoom bit.ly/930mp, 9:30am is now usually on a Tuesday & Thursday. Check the online Church diary for weekly variation here bit.ly/stmcal
Church of England Daily Prayer 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.
Beetle Drive!
Beetle Drive – Saturday 13th May at 6pm at St Mary`s Church Hall – fundraising event in support of the South west Cheshire Scout World Jamboree Contingent. £3 payable on the door, raffle and refreshments available – All welcome!!
Ladies Afternoon Group
The Ladies Afternoon Group -We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting on 25th May when Nim Devi will be giving us a demonstration on “Simple Indian Cookery”. Thank you, Frances.
Foodbank News
Thank your continuing generous support for St Paul’s Foodbank. Shortages are: Jam, UHT milk, cereal, rice, long life puddings/cakes. Tinned items: corned beef; pork; fruit; meat meals (chilli con carne, stew); rice pudding; vegetables. Please see the leaflet with the donation/drop off points .
Resources for personal prayer and reflection for the nation of Ukraine and for peace – click here for our dedicated Blog page
Sunday Refreshments
We need help with refreshments after the Services. 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
Online Service Resources
At St Mary’s
Go to bit.ly/stmarysresources or scan the QR code to view Services Orders and the Weekly Sheet on your phone/device. Don’t worry, we will always have printed Weekly Sheets, but if you can do it electronically, it means we can print less as we throw a lot away each week.
Our Church Relies upon Personal Giving to Keep Going
Click the button below to see the ways that you can help.
Or Click this link: https://www.stmaryswistaston.org.uk/giving.html