 | Third Sunday in Lent 20th March 2022 |
St. Mary Magdalene
Bolney
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Covid 19
Now that all restrictions have been lifted, Michael, Tim and Sue can only leave yours and everyone's safety to common sense while the virus is still about. For the next few weeks we will leave the door open and keep under review.
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 |
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| 9.30am | Sung Eucharist | P: 576 Put thou thy trust in God
G: 584 Rock of ages
O: 662 There's a wideness in God's mercy
R: 217 God is love | Isaiah 55.1-9
Psalm 63.1-9
1 Corinthians 10.1-13
Luke 13.1-9 |
Year's Mind: Margaret Ayres and Pat Hawke
Intercessions: Please continue to pray for those who are sick and in need within our families and community especially - Albert and Joan Clifford, Brian Clements, John Higinbotham, Michael Hudson, Rita List, Annabel Moir, Peta Pratt, Oliver Pullen, Jenny Scofield, Mike Vidler, Hudson Wiggins, Baby William James 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 Brian Clement who passed away in The Princess Royal Hospital in the last few days. Pray for Jo and all the family as they mourn.
Peta's progress is slow. She was suffering a lot of pain but finally correct medication administered so is feeling more cheerful. She is currently on Solomon Ward at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. She has been delighted to receive cards and messages so let's keep them going!
Our prayers especially for the desperate situation in Ukraine, also Afghanistan, Yemen, Sudan, Southern Madagascar and all countries of the world who are suffering as a result of war, famine, drought, persecution and political unrest.
God of peace and justice,
we pray for the people of Ukraine and all other nations suffering strife today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,
that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace,
for wisdom, discernment and compassion
to guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,
that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen
We continue to pray for all nations tackling Coronavirus.
Said Eucharist on Thursday 24th March at 9.30am
Second Sunday in Lent Mothering Sunday 27th March 9.30am Sung Eucharist
Lent course continues at BVC on Wednesdays until 6th April at 7.30pm. We are discussing the book entitled 'Living with Romans 12 Everyday' written by Matt Summerfield.
Michael and Simon have books available.
Night Prayer (Compline) on Skype
Most Tuesday evenings at 8pm
Easter lilies in church
If you would like to donate a lily in memory of a loved one please contribute £3.00 per lily by 21st March. Please leave cash in an envelope through the letterbox (not in the postbox) at Badgers Cottage, 29 The Street and include the names of those you wish to be commemorated.
Church Spring Clean
Saturday 2nd April from 9.30am onwards.
All help gratefully accepted to help with our Spring Clean!
Refreshments provided!
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.
If you've some news to share with our Church community in Pew News then please let Sue Ayres know
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.
| News and General Information |
The church clock has very recently been serviced. It was discovered that one of the hammer restraints on a chiming bell has failed through old age. For the time being the chimes have been disabled whilst replacement is investigated. You will therefore only hear the hour strike for the foreseeable future.
Parish Giving Scheme
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.
March Winners - £100: Mrs D Gordon-Seymour £60: Mrs S Harvey £40: Miss J Woodland
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. There is a collection bin in church. Huge thanks to Ron and Anne Leggett for making regular deliveries to the collection point in Chichester.
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.
Please support St Mary Magdalene through Easyfundraising when doing your shopping.
Sign up now through the link: https://www.easyfundraising.org/causes/stmmbolney
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