Candlemas (Feast of the Presentation) Sunday 30th January 2022
 | Candlemas (Feast of the Presentation) 30th January 2022 | |
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Covid 19
Michael, Tim and Sue have taken the decision to continue with our current guidance for everyone's safety for all church services. Hymn books will be available from now on with singing and wearing masks is encouraged. The door will be left open at all times. Please see the website for all details. We will review on a regular basis and keep you informed.
Coffee will be served once more starting today!
The church is open every day for private prayer.
| No Service at Bolney | Holy Trinity, Cuckfield and St Peter's, Cowfold | Holy Trinity, Cuckfield hold an 8am service every week either BCP or Common Worship. Cowfold holds an 8am Holy Communion (BCP) on the 2nd, 3rd and 5th Sundays each month | |
| 9:30 | Sung Eucharist for Candlemas | P: 105 Christ, who glory fills the skies G: 157 Faithful vigil ended O: 314 Immortal, invisible R: 97 Christ is made the sure foundation | Malachi 3.1-5 Psalm 24 Hebrews 2.14-18 Luke 2.22-40 |
Please come to celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas) on Sunday at 9.30am
Note Fr Martin is taking a well-earned rest this coming week.
Intercessions: Please continue to pray for those who are sick and in need within our families and community especially - Albert and Joan Clifford, Ian Denyer, John Higginbotham, Michael Hudson, Rita List, Annabel Moir, Jenny Scofield, Tony Steer, Mike Vidler, Hudson Wiggins, Craig, Beth and baby William James and Gethyn Scofield recovering from an operation at Great Ormond Street and all those carers locally who quietly carry out their duties with little support or respite available at this time.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of David Robins who passed away in recent days. Remember Louise, Kasia and Andrew with their families and his sister Jean as they mourn. A Service of Thanksgiving with Holy Communion followed by burial, will take place on Friday 11th February at 2pm. Everyone will be welcome to the Rawson Hall afterwards.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Fred Harrison and for Jenny and all the family as they mourn. Fred's funeral will take place in church on Monday 14th February at 1pm followed by burial.
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Geoffrey Boniface and remember Jill, Paul and Judith as they mourn.
Our prayers especially for Afghanistan, Yemen, Sudan, Southern Madagascar and all countries of the world who are suffering as a result of war, famine, persecution and political unrest
We continue to pray for all nations tackling Coronavirus.
| The Weeks Ahead |
Fr Michael Maine's final service at Holy Trinity, Cuckfield will be on Sunday 27th February at 9.45am.
If you wish to attend you will need to book a ticket through Holy Trinity website.
Open for bookings from Monday 17th January. Tickets are virtually gone!
Said Eucharist Thursday 3rd February at 9.30am
Service of the Word Sunday 6th February at 9.30am
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday 2nd March.
There will be a Said Eucharist at 9.30am with Imposition of Ashes on that day.
A Lent course will begin at BVC on Wednesday 9th March until 6th April at 8pm when we will be discussing the book entitled 'Living with Romans 12 Everyday' written by Matt Summerfield.
Michael and Simon both have copies for sale at £4.00. (special price!)
Night Prayer (Compline) on Skype
Most Tuesday evenings at 8pm
NB No Compline on Tuesday 1st February
GROWING FAITH CONFERENCE - Saturday 14th May 2022
Chichester Cathedral. Promoting partnerships between church, school and households.
Keynote Speakers:- Chair of the Archbishops’ Commission on Families and Households, the Church of England's Chief Education Officer and the National Going for Growth (Children and Youth) Adviser. Space is limited so please book early.
Keynote Speakers:- Chair of the Archbishops’ Commission on Families and Households, the Church of England's Chief Education Officer and the National Going for Growth (Children and Youth) Adviser. Space is limited so please book early.
For further details and booking please contact: irene.smale@chichester.anglican.org
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| Website Highlights |
Bolney Parish Magazine
The newly presented magazine will be delivered to every home in the parish in the future. There are extra free copies available in church for non-residents and visitors.
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| News and General Information |
Church expenditure has not substantially changed since the COVID-19 outbreak.
We still need to support mission, insure the church building, continue outward giving and contribute towards clergy costs.
If you want to adjust your giving, you can contact PGS at info@parishgiving.org.uk or call 0333 002 1260.
For more about the scheme visit www.parishgivingscheme.org.uk quoting Parish Code: 100 610 153.
January Winners - £100: Mr J Higinbotham £60: Mrs S Windridge £40: Mrs D Gordon-Seymour
Could you help to stock the FSW foodbank?
FSW will continue to distribute non-perishable food to known families. Currently gifts are collected from church on the second Wednesday of each month. Please drop your offerings into the box as near to that day as possible. We also welcome gift vouchers or financial donations that can be directed at supporting the families most in need and as usual, items can be left in the baskets either in Church or the Eight Bells. For more information check the FSW website or contact Clairegeorge@bolney.plus.com
Plastic milk bottle tops - Chestnut Tree House Childrens Hospice
Please continue to save your plastic milk bottle tops (supermarket only) as they cannot be recycled in your wheelie bin. Huge thanks to Ron and Anne Leggett for making regular deliveries to the collection point in Chichester. A large consignment has just been sent.
Please help by being vigilant
. . . when passing the church and contact either churchwarden if you are suspicious of any untoward activity.
Please continue to save your plastic milk bottle tops (supermarket only) as they cannot be recycled in your wheelie bin. Huge thanks to Ron and Anne Leggett for making regular deliveries to the collection point in Chichester. A large consignment has just been sent.
Please help by being vigilant
. . . when passing the church and contact either churchwarden if you are suspicious of any untoward activity.
Legacies
Once having made provision for your loved ones, please consider leaving a legacy in your will to our beautiful church.
Further information can be found on: https://www.stmarymagdalenebolney.org.uk/support-us/legacy/
Please support St Mary Magdalene through Easyfundraising when doing your shopping.
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