Sunday 27th April 2014

'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background. 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

About Today's Service 
10am - Sunday 27th April - Easter 3
Readings: Acts 2;14a, 22-32 and John 20; 19-end

Please pray:
• For the peace of the whole world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all.
• For the Global economies at this difficult time.
• For all those using our building • for God's blessing upon the church members and the local community.
• During Save the Children week we pray for children around the world who are subject to abuse and a lack of care. We thank God for Save the Children who run world-class programmes to save children’s lives and challenge world leaders to keep their promises to give children a brighter future.
• That congregations, preachers and service leaders would be free to continue to celebrate Easter in their worship gatherings today. We pray for anyone who feels lonely or on the edge of their church community and pray that God would help us to be more welcoming and caring towards others.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness:
Phil Smith; Colin O’Shea; Steve Brooker; Fred Wiles; J R Lindsey; Pam Howes; Molly Harling

Prayer for Today 
Risen Christ, for whom no door is locked, no entrance barred: open the doors of our hearts, that we may seek the good of others and walk the joyful road of sacrifice and peace, to the praise of God the Father. Amen.

Sunday 20th April 2014

'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background. 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

About Today's Service 

10:00am Service, 20^th April 2014  -  Easter Celebration with Baptisms

Leader/Celebrant/Preacher: Revd Clive
Welcomers: Sandra A & Marika
Reading: Matthew 28, 1-10 read by Mick
Prayers: Nic
Projector: Will
Tea: Sandra B, Peter & Elke

He is Risen Indeed.  Allelujah!

The day of love’s triumph over sin and death. 

 “Oh, sometimes it causes me to tremble, tremble, tremble: 

Were you there when he rose up from the tomb?” 

Let us rejoice! Let us give thanks! Christ is risen!

May that truth fire us with new hope, 

new confidence and new enthusiasm.

Baptisms

Ruby Leigh Dyke and Kelly Brown

We welcome their family and friends 

as they join us in the baptism celebrations

Notices

REFRESHMENTS – we are in desperate need of more help on a Sunday morning. If you can help please see Sandra B. or Stella

CHURCH CLEANING – are you able to give up one hour per month to clean the Church & to set up for Sunday. There is a new Rota each month at the rear of the Church, your help would be greatly appreciated.

Saturday 26th April – we are all invited to celebrate Susie & John’s Wedding – please see details at rear of church.

Please pray:
• For the peace of the whole world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all.
• For the Global economies at this difficult time
• For all those using our building
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community.
• Easter Day - He has risen - Jesus is alive! We pray for Easter celebrations in all parishes and communities this morning. We pray for those who will gather with Bishop Christopher at the cathedral for the dawn Eucharist and confirmation service. We pray for Bishop John as he preaches at a service to be broadcast live on Radio 4 from the Guild Chapel in Stratford.
• Monday - We thank God for the provision of bank holidays and for the break they offer to many people from the normal patterns of work and life. We pray for those who will work through this bank holiday and ask God to provide another time of rest for them during the coming week
• Thank God for the life he is bringing. Please pray that those who have made commitments to Christ will become true disciples and that those who are searching will find God. We pray that the Holy Spirit will build each of us up in his power to live for him each day.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
Phil Smith; Colin O’Shea; Steve Brooker; Fred Wiles; J R Lindsey; Pam Howes; Molly Harling

Prayer for Today
God of Glory, by the raising of your Son you have broken the chains of death and hell: fill your Church with faith and hope; for a new day has dawned and the way to life stands open in our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

Sunday 13th April 2014

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background. 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

About Today's Service
10:00am, Sunday 13th April 2014
Palm Sunday Uniformed Service
Leader/Celebrant/Preacher: Rev. Nic
Welcomers: Janice & Sandra B
Assistant: Stella
Readings: Psalm 118;19-24 read by Lorna
                Matthew 21; 1-11
Prayers: Rev. Clive
Bread & Wine: Mami & Nas
Projector: Sandra B
Tea: Jill, Lynette & Jean

Lent Course

 “Apprentice - walking the way of Christ” 

Mondays, 7.30-9pm at church. 

All are welcome.

Easter Services

17th April:  Maundy Thursday -  Team Agape Meal 

at St Anne and All Saints, 6pm-8pm. 

 This will be an inclusive, family-friendly way to remember 

The Last Supper as we eat a meal together. 

18th April:  Good Friday Workshop (for under 14s)

10.30am -12.30pm

          All Age Good Friday Experience (led by the children)

12.30-1.30pm 

         The Final Hour: a very quiet, reflective time remembering  

   the events of Good Friday

2pm-3pm 

    20th April: Easter Sunday: All Age Communion with Baptisms: 10am.

Notices 

Susie & John’s Wedding - Saturday 26th April – we are all invited – please see details at rear of church.

Refreshments. We are in desperate need of more help on a Sunday morning. If you can help please see Sandra B. or Stella.

Church Cleaning. Please offer to help if you are you able to give up one hour per month to clean the Church & to set up for Sunday. There is a new Rota each month at the rear of the Church and your help would be greatly appreciated.

Children’s Good Friday Workshop: Friday 18th April 10.30 – 12.30pm with Good Friday Service led by children 12.30 – 1.30pm. Please let Carolyn know if you are coming.

Ladies Group 
- Theatre trips:
   -  Poirot’s Black Coffee, Belgrade Theatre on 7th May. £27. Please
      see Carolyn.
   -  CATS on September 20th matinee at Birmingham Hippodrome.
      £32.50. Can you let Sandra Alford know asap if you would like to
      go. Full amount due now.

Easter Flowers.  A collection is now being made for anyone that would like to donate towards the Easter Flowers. Please give monies to Jean or Stella.


Please pray: 
• For the peace of the whole world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all.
• For the Global economies at this difficult
• For all those using our building
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community.
• Maundy Thursday - As we remember Jesus' last supper, we pray that God would increase in us gifts of humility and hospitality, and help us to turn away from selfishness and pride. We pray for the licensed ministers and clergy who will gather at the cathedral today for the Chrism Eucharist and reaffirmation of ordination vows.
• Good Friday - "When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died; my richest gain I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride." As we remember Jesus' obedience, even to death on a cross, we ask God to meet us in our brokenness and need and to make us obedient to him.
• Easter Eve - We pray for all those who are waiting. We remember those who are expecting good news today, of a birth or a reason to celebrate. We pray too for those who are waiting for the unknown, for those facing their own death or the death of a loved one, and for those who will receive sad or difficult news today.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
Phil Smith; Colin O’Shea; Steve Brooker; Fred Wiles; J R Lindsey; Pam Howes; Molly Harling; Robert Hickerton.

Prayer for Today 
True and humble King, hailed by the crowd as Messiah: grant us the faith to know you and love you, that we may be found beside you on the way of the cross, which is the path of glory. Amen.

Sunday 6th April 2014

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background. 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

About Today's Service 
10:00am - Lent 5
Leader/Celebrant: Revd Clive
Preacher: Mick
Welcomers: Mami & Dorcas
Reading: Romans 8; 6-11 read by Stella
Prayers: Sandra B
Projector: Lorna
Tea: Janice, Lorraine, volunteer

Note: Annual District Church Meeting today after Worship - All are invited to attend 

 Lent Course

 “Apprentice - walking the way of Christ” 

Mondays, 7.30-9pm at church. 

All are welcome.

Easter Services

17th April:  Maundy Thursday -  Team Agape Meal 

at St Anne and All Saints, 6pm-8pm. 

 This will be an inclusive, family-friendly way to remember 

The Last Supper as we eat a meal together. 

18th April:  Good Friday Workshop (for under 14s)

10.30am -12.30pm

          All Age Good Friday Experience (led by the children)

12.30-1.30pm 

                 The Final Hour: a very quiet, reflective time remembering  

   the events of Good Friday

2pm-3pm 

    20th April: Easter Sunday: All Age Communion with Baptisms: 10am.

Notices

Church Membership List (Electoral Roll). Each year we have to revise our membership list. If you attend the church regularly and would like to be included on this list, please speak to Sandra Dixon or Sandra B. 

Wednesday Life Group - Bring & Share Lunch - Wednesday 9th April - in church. All are invited to come along and enjoy good food and good company.

Mami’s 40th birthday - Saturday 12th April – we are all invited to celebrate  – please see details on card at rear of church.

Susie & John’s Wedding - Saturday 26th April – we are all invited – please see details at rear of church.

Refreshments. We are in desperate need of more help on a Sunday morning. If you can help please see Sandra B. or Stella.

Church Cleaning. Please offer to help if you are you able to give up one hour per month to clean the Church & to set up for Sunday. There is a new Rota each month at the rear of the Church and your help would be greatly appreciated.

Children’s Good Friday Workshop: Friday 18th April 10.30 – 12.30pm with Good Friday Service led by children 12.30 – 1.30pm. Please let Carolyn know if you are coming.

Ladies Group 

-  Painting Party – open to everyone of all ages. Saturday 12th April 2 – 4pm in Church.

- Theatre trips:
   -  Poirot’s Black Coffee, Belgrade Theatre on 7th May. £27. Please
      see Carolyn.
   -  CATS on September 20th matinee at Birmingham Hippodrome.
      £32.50. Can you let Sandra Alford know asap if you would like to
      go. Full amount due now.

Easter Flowers.  A collection is now being made for anyone that would like to donate towards the Easter Flowers. Please give monies to Jean or Stella.


Please pray for:
• the peace of the whole world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all.
• the Global economies at this difficult time
• all those using our building
• God's blessing upon the church members and the local community.
• thanks for God's presence throughout the season of Lent. We pray for a good response and the bearing of much fruit from Lent courses.
• the Riding Lights Theatre Company and all those who will attend their production of 'Inheritance' at Coventry Cathedral this evening. We pray that hearts and lives would be touched by God through this performance and interpretation of the passion narratives.
• for God's blessing upon Foodbanks, on those who give, and on those who receive, in the knowledge that it is sometimes harder to accept help than it is to give it.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness:
Phil Smith; Colin O’Shea; Steve Brooker; Fred Wiles; J R Lindsey; Pam Howes; Molly Harling.

We remember those who have died:
Susan McMillan - we pray for family and friends and all who mourn.
 
Prayer for Today 
Gracious Father, you gave up your Son out of love for the world: lead us to ponder the mysteries of his passion, that we may know eternal peace through the shedding of our Saviour’s blood, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.