Sunday 27th December 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please do feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 27th December 2015 - 10:00am - John, Apostle and Evangelist 
Family Service 
Leader: Mick 
Preacher: Nic 
Welcomers: Sandra B, Jan & Denise 
Readings: Colossians 3; 12-17 read by Sandra B 
Prayers: Peter 
Projector: Lorna 
Music: Nic & Ben 
Tea: Jill & Jean

Notices 

Coventry Night Shelter.…please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it. Please

pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently.  There are also likely to be other overheads so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond.

If  you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to

volunteer. Please speak to Elke.

Coventry Food Bank - most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• "God of history, Witness of the struggles within families; we pray for the divided family of 
  Syria as brother fights against brother, and sister rejects sister. We pray for those whose 
  love of neighbour has been destroyed in the bitterness of enmity. May fear be submerged 
  in compassion. Amen." 
• We pray for those clergy who are leading and preaching in churches in the diocese today. 
  We give thanks for their service and care. We pray for those who are on holiday or taking 
  a break after the busyness of Christmas. 
• As 2015 passes and a new year begins, we pray for those who are needing to find hope, 
  purpose and faith in the coming year.   

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Anna Gale-Davison; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Jackie Adams; Emma Smith; Brian Groves; Steve Brooker; Yolanda Williams; Alice Hickerton 

Prayer for Today 
Merciful Lord, cast your bright beams of light upon the Church: that, being enlightened by the teaching of your blessed apostle and evangelist Saint John, we may so walk in the light of your truth that we may at last attain to the light of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ your incarnate Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. 

Sunday 20th December 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 20th December 2015, 10:00am - 4th Sunday of Advent 
Leader/Preacher: Revd Clive 
Assistant: Stella 
Welcomers: Sandra A, Stella & Carolyn 
Reading: Micah 5; 2-5a read by Terry 
Luke 1; 39-45 
Prayers: Sandra B 
Bread & Wine: Mami & Nas 
Climbers: Lorna & Nikki 
Sunday Club: Sharon, Andrea, Lynette & Darrell 
Projector: Sandra B 
Music: Liz, Ben 
Tea: Jan & Kath 

Notices 

Christmas Flowers - If you would like to donate towards Christmas flowers please give monies to Jean or Stella, thank you.

Coventry Night Shelter.… 

• As we welcome our guests this evening, please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it.
• Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. 
• There are also likely to be other overheads, so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond. 
• If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke 

Coventry Food Bank - most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice
  
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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• We pray that as familiar carols are sung in parishes across the diocese today, the words 
  and meaning of these songs would be embraced afresh by all who sing them. May God be 
  glorified in our Christmas worship. 
• We pray for all those who come to the Cathedral as a 'once a year' experience, that they 
  may have a real encounter with God and be moved to reconsider questions of life and 
  faith. We also pray for the Cathedral congregations, that people may make the transition 
  from attenders to engage in authentic community. 
• We are thankful for growth in our ministry to young adults and the appointment of Ian 
  Sweeney as an "Acceler8" Church Development Leader. We ask for prayer for our work 
  with youth and children as we seek to re-envision and re-organise. 
• CHRISTMAS DAY - Joy to the World, the Lord is come! As we celebrate the birth of  
  Jesus, we pray that many would hear and know the Lord Jesus for themselves this 
  Christmas. Lord Jesus Christ, your birth at Bethlehem draws us to kneel in wonder at 
  heaven touching earth: accept our heartfelt praise as we worship you, our Saviour and our 
  eternal God. Amen. 

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Anna Gale-Davison; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Jackie Adams; Emma Smith Brian Groves; Steve Brooker; Yolanda Williams; Alice Hickerton

Prayer for Today 
Eternal God, as Mary waited for the birth of your Son, so we wait for his coming in glory; bring us through the birth-pangs of this present age to see, with her, our great salvation in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Sunday 13th December 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 13th December 2015 - 10:00am - 3rd Sunday of Advent 
Leader: Elke 
Preacher: Sandra B 
Welcomers: Jill, Dennis & Jean 
Reading: Luke 3; 7-18 read by Denise 
Prayers: Stella 
Climbers: Lorna & Nikki 
Sunday Club: Sharon, Andrea, Lynette & Darrell 
Projector: Stella 
Music: Liz & Ben 
Tea: Janice & Lynette 

Christingle Service

5pm on Sunday 13th December 

A Family Service to which all are welcome

Notices 
  

Christmas Flowers - If you would like to donate towards Christmas flowers please give monies to Jean or Stella, thank you. 

Curry, Carols & Bingo at Murray Lodge at 6pm on Tuesday 16th December. Do come along if you can.  Elke's making the curry!

Coventry Night Shelter.… 

• As we welcome our guests this evening, please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it.
• Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. 
• There are also likely to be other overheads, so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond. 
• If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke 

Coventry Food Bank - most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• All Saints CofE Primary School. Head: Angela Dawes. We pray for God's blessing on the pupils, staff, teachers and governors of this school community. 
• Blue Coat CofE VA School & Music College. Acting Head: Francis Peacock. We pray for God's blessing on the pupils, staff, teachers and governors of this school community. 
• As we look forward to celebrating the birth of Jesus in a stable surrounded by animals and worshipped by shepherds, we pray for all who are looking after livestock this winter. We pray that there will be enough fodder for the winter, and resources to cope with the weather. We also pray for farmers and others working long hours in the cold weather as they care for God’s creation. 

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Anna Gale-Davison; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Jackie Adams; Emma Smith Brian Groves; Steve Brooker; Yolanda Williams; Alice Hickerton 

Prayer for Today 
God for whom we watch and wait, you sent John the Baptist to prepare the way of your Son: give us courage to speak the truth, to hunger for justice, and to suffer for the cause of right, with Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 

Sunday 6th December 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Leader/Preacher: Revd Clive 
Assistant: Sandra B 
Welcomers: Janice, Marika & Carolyn 
Reading: Philippians 1; 3-11 read by Jan 
               Luke 3; 1-6 
Prayers: Mick 
Bread & Wine: Jean & Barbara 
Climbers: Lorna & Nikki 
Sunday Club: Sharon, Andrea, Lynette & Darrell 
Projector: Sarah 
Music: Nic & Liz 
Tea: Jill & Jean 

TODAY IS THE 

85th Celebration Service St Anne & All Saints 

Service at 4pm followed by a Celebration Buffet.  

All are Welcome

Notices 

Christmas Flowers - If you would like to donate towards Christmas flowers please give monies to Jean or Stella, thank you. 

‘Praise & Prayer’ meeting at Murray Lodge on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6.00pm to 7.00pm. All are welcome 

Coventry Night Shelter.…

• As we welcome our first guests this evening, please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it.
• Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. 
• There are also likely to be other overheads, so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond. 
• If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke 

Coventry Food Bank - most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice 

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• For Coventry East, St Margaret Clergy: Ali Hogger. We thank God for their new minister 
  there on extended placement and the opportunities that this brings. Please pray for new 
  life and growth, especially that those in their community in their 20's and 30's would come 
  to know Christ there.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Emma Smith; Anna Gale-Davison; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Brian Groves; Jackie Adams; Steve Brooker; Yolanda Williams 

Prayer for Today 
Almighty God, purify our hearts and minds, that when your Son Jesus Christ comes again as judge and saviour we may be ready to receive him, who is our Lord and our God. Amen. 

Sunday 29th November 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 29th November 2015 - 10:00am - Advent Sunday 
Leader/Celebrant/Preacher: Youth 
Welcomers: Youth 
Readings: Mark 13; 31-37 
Prayers: Youth 
Projector: Youth 
Music: Volunteers 
Tea: Youth 

Contemplative Prayer Service

6.30pm this Sunday

All are welcome to come to experience a quiet time with God

followed by traditional evening prayer

Notices  

85th Celebration Service of St Anne & All Saints' Church - next Sunday 6th December at 4pm. This will be followed with a Celebration Buffet. If you are able to donate food, please see list in the entrance hall. 

Coventry Night Shelter - starts at our church on Sunday 6th December.  Please pray for this venture; for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will benefit from it. Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. There are likely to be other overheads, so any monetary donations would be welcomed, if that is how you feel called to respond. If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke. 

Coventry Food Bank - most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice 

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• As Advent begins we pray: Come, Lord Jesus, do not delay; give new courage to your 
  people, who trust in your love. By your coming, raise us to share in the joy of your  
  kingdom on earth as in heaven, where you live and reign with the Father and the Spirit, 
  one God for ever and ever. Amen. 
• Through the busyness of Advent and Christmas we pray for all clergy, Readers and 
  Licensed Lay Workers throughout the diocese. We also pray for choirs and musicians, 
  those writing liturgy and those leading it – for energy, excitement and joy in sharing the 
  wonder of the Incarnation. 
• France is hosting the 21st Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations 
  Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP 21) from November 30th to December 
 11th. We pray for wisdom for all delegates, and for outcomes from this conference which 
  will make a significant difference. 
• We pray for the Diocesan Board of Education, and for all schools and places of learning 
  throughout the diocese; that they may they celebrate the true meaning of Advent and 
  Christmas together. 
• For the second year, the Mothers’ Union are holding an event as part of an international 
  campaign: '16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence'. We pray for the event   
  on Saturday at Coventry Cathedral, and for Kudakwashe Nyakudya from Kahrmel 
  Wellness who is the keynote speaker. We also pray for the success of this campaign 
  throughout the world. 

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Anna Emma Smith; Anna Gale-Davison; Denise; Joyce; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Brian Groves; Jackie Adams; Steve Brooker; 

Prayer for Today 
Almighty God, as your kingdom dawns, turn us from the darkness of sin to the light of holiness, that we may be ready to meet you in our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Sunday 22nd November 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please do feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 22nd November 2015 - 10:00am - Christ the King 
Leader: Revd Clive 
Preacher: Mick 
Welcomers: Sandra B, Jan & Denise 
Reading: John 18; 33-37 read by Stella 
Prayers: Prayer Group 
Climbers: Angie & Michelle 
Sunday Club: Carolyn, Marika, Janice & Kerry 
Projector: Sandra B 
Music: Nic & Ben 
Tea: Jan & Kath 

Christmas Fayre this Saturday

11am to 3pm

Great for all the Family 

 Notices  

LIFE Course - Keeping Health in Mind This is a six week skills-based LIFE Course to better equip people to cope with the stresses and strains of life. It is for anyone who sometimes feels a bit overwhelmed by circumstances. Running on Mondays from 1:30pm till 3pm and repeated on Tuesday evenings 7.30pm to 9pm.

Charterhouse Priory of St Anne Open Day on Saturday 28th November, 12:00-4:00pm
 
85th Celebration Service St Anne & All Saints  on Sunday 6th December at 4pm. If you know anyone that we should invite to this Service please can you give contact details to Stella. 

History of St Anne & All Saints – if you have any memories, photos etc. that we can use in a display, please see Stella or Jill. 

City Praise and Prayer on Sunday at 6:30pm at The Welcome Centre, Parksidei.A wonderful event that seeks to gather Christians, regardless of denomination or stream, to lift up the name of Jesus together in praise and to pray with one voice for God's Kingdom to come in the City of Coventry. 

Coventry Food Bank most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also plastic carrier bags 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. • The Coventry Foodbank  
  contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. New Shopping Lists are 
  available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice 
 
Coventry Night Shelter.…please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it. Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. There are also likely to be other overheads so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond. If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke 

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• This is National Adoption Week, where people are being encouraged to consider 
  adopting.  It's a huge responsibility, but one that comes with great rewards. Please pray  
  for all families with adopted children 
• On Monday we pray for the inauguration of the new General Synod in London, and for the 
  representatives from our Diocese: Bishop Christopher, Andrew Attwood, Charlotte Gale, 
  Ruth Walker, Sam Margrave, Yvonne Warren, Andrew Williams 
• Next 27th Friday is 'Buy Nothing Day'. The developed countries take up only 20% of the 
  earth - yet  we use up over 80% of the planet's natural resources. This leads to 
  environmental damage and an unfair wealth distribution. You need do just one 
  thing: buy nothing! Please pray for this initiative.

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Emma Smith; Anna Gale-Davison; Denise; Joyce; Ross Spriggs; Anna; Chris Edmunds; Brian Groves; Jackie Adams; Steve Brooker; 

Prayer for Today 
God the Father, help us to hear the call of Christ the King and to follow in his service, whose kingdom has no end; for he reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, one Glory. Amen. 

Sunday 15th November 2015

 'Bringing the community to life'

All are welcome whatever their background.

 

Why not join us for refreshments after the service?

Tea, coffee, squash and biscuits are available after the service at the back of church. 

Please do feel free to come and help yourself at our self service tables. 

Donations appreciated.

About Today's Service 
Sunday 15th November 2015 - 10:00am - 2nd before Advent 
Leader/Celebrant/Preacher: Revd Clive 
Assistant: Terry 
Welcomers: Sandra A, Lorna & Lynette 
Bread & Wine: Jill & Dennis 
Readings: Daniel 12; 1-3 read by Terry 
                 Mark 13; 1-8 
Prayers: Sandra B 
Climbers: Angie & Michelle 
Sunday Club: Carolyn, Marika, Janice & Kerry 
Projector: Lorna 
Music: Liz, Ben 
Tea: Janice, Lynette 

Last day to return Shoeboxes TODAY

Coffee/Tea and cake with Ian

After the Service today, please feel welcome to stay and meet upstairs in the Climbers' room
as Ian would like the opportunity to explain a little more about his role at St Anne and All Saints. All are welcome to come and share ideas or ask questions ..hopefully see you there.

Notices  
 
Christmas Fayre on Saturday 21st November, 11am - 3pm. HELP NEEDED.  Donations of cakes, chocolates, toiletries, gifts, wine, beer, volunteers for stalls welcome. Also, help needed to set up at 10am. 

Charterhouse Priory of St Anne Open Day on Saturday 28th November 12:00-4:00pm.

85th Celebration Service St Anne & All Saints on Sunday 6th December at 4pm. If you know anyone who we should invite to this Service, please can you give contact details to Stella. 

History of St Anne & All Saints – if you have any memories, photos etc. that we can use in a display, please see Stella or Jill. 

The Sound of Music – Blue Coat’s Annual Musical, 24 – 27 February 2016. Volunteers needed to help with costume making, building & prop making. Please contact Benita Belgrove by email b.belgrove@bluecoatschool.com 

Coventry Food Bank most needed products are coffee, tins of fruit, nappies and baked beans please. They have plenty of pasta and cereals at the moment. Also needed are plastic carrier bags.

LIFE Course - Keeping Health in Mind This is a six week skills-based LIFE Course to better equip people to cope with the stresses and strains of life. It is for anyone who sometimes feels a bit overwhelmed by circumstances. On Mondays from 1:30pm till 3pm  and repeated at 7.30pm on Tuesday evenings.

Coventry Night Shelter.…please be praying for this venture, for safety and strength for all involved in running it and for God to bless the guests who will be benefitting from it. Please pray that God’s love is made known, and also that the guests are able to make real progress in getting off the streets permanently. There are also likely to be other overheads so any monetary donations would be welcomed if that is how you feel called to respond. If you can possibly help, the more volunteers we have, the less often each person needs to volunteer. Please speak to Elke 

Charity Collections - Please remember to bring & put in drawers at rear of church: 
• used stamps for the Leprosy Mission. 
• ring pulls from cans for the Philippine Community Fund. 
• The Coventry Foodbank contents are taken each week to the Hope Centre in Hillfields. 
  New Shopping Lists are available to help you 
• Coins to put in our I Hate Coppers bottle as we support Canon Andrew White and the 
  Foundation for Relief and Reconciliation in the Middle East at St.George's Church, 
  Baghdad, Iraq. 
• Individual collection boxes for The Children’s Society. Please see Janice

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 all those using our building 
• For God's blessing upon the church members and the local community. 
• For blessing and protection for Clive, Ali and all the family. 
• We pray for the Civic Service at 7pm in Coventry Cathedral today to commemorate the 
  bombing of Coventry. In the words of the Dean, John Witcombe, "We pray for the 
  opportunity to look back at the reality of destruction in our world, or even in our own lives, 
  but at the same time to draw strength to look forward in the power of resurrection and new 
  life in Christ." 
• This is Alcohol Awareness Week. Issues with alcohol seem to be increasing and more  
  and more school children are getting drunk before they've even reached adulthood. We 
  pray for those whose lives are being damaged by drink, and for the impact this has on 
  family and friends 
• We thank God for all those who serve as clergy in the diocese. We pray for strength and 
  energy, especially during this busy term. We remember those who are struggling in 
  ministry and ask for God's blessing on them. 
• This is Anti-Bullying Week. The theme this year is 'Make a noise about bullying'. All 
  themes deal with the serious issue of bullying in any form. We pray for all who are being 
  bullied, and for initiatives that aim to prevent it. 

Pray for those in special need at this time and those recovering from illness: 
J R Lindsey; Angela Justice; Emma Smith; Anna Gale-Davison; Denise; Joyce; Ross Spriggs; Chris Edmunds; Brian Groves; Jackie Adams; Steve Brooker; Anna

Prayer for Today 
Heavenly Lord, you long for the world’s salvation: stir us from apathy, restrain us from excess and revive in us new hope that all creation will one day be healed in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.