Easter 4 Sunday 30th April 2023

                                                                         

Easter 4    Sunday 30th April 2023

St. Mary Magdalene

Bolney

        

  



 Please note that if you are feeling chilly whilst in church, there is a small supply of blankets under the table at the door.
 
No Service
at Bolney
Holy Trinity, Cuckfield and St Peter's, CowfoldHoly 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

9.30amSung EucharistP: 103 Christ the Lord is risen again
G: 937 Nada te turbe (Taizé)
O: 161 Father, hear the prayer we offer
R: 689 Thy hand, O God, has guided
Acts 2.42-47
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2.19-25
John 10.1-10


Year's Mind: Sylvia Smith, Michael Proctor, Eileen Scrivener and Frederick Hatchard. 

Intercessions:  Please  pray for those who are sick and in need within our families and community especially - Tom Crawford, Dilys Dunkin, Sandra Gibson, Helen, Michael Hudson, Rose Luce, Annabel Moir, Adrian Morris, Peta Pratt, Paul Riseley, Jenny and Peter Scofield, Hudson Wiggins 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 Scott Spencer and his family as they mourn.

We pray for the many thousands of people affected by the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria; for those who have been rescued, for the souls of those who have died and for the families suffering in their loss. Pray also for other parts of the world devastated by nature.

Our prayers continue for the continuing desperate situation in Ukraine, more than a year on and for those trapped in Sudan; also Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Southern Madagascar and all countries of the world who are suffering as a result of war, famine, drought, persecution, political unrest and continued Coronavirus outbreaks.

The Weeks Ahead

Thursday 4th May
9.30am Said Eucharist

Easter 5 Sunday 7th May
9.30am Sung Eucharist to celebrate the 
Coronation of King Charles 
Please stay for Royal celebrations at 'coffee' time!
   
Book these dates in your diaries!

Deanery Synod Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Everyone is welcome to attend the next Deanery Synod at St Augustine's, Scaynes Hill
7.45pm for 8pm

Saturday Markets  10am - 12noon.
Dates for 2023 are:  27th May, 23rd September and 25th November.
Contact Sue for information.
If you are interested in having a stall please contact Sue Ayres
susanayres1@gmail.com

We have launched our annual Grand Prize Draw raising money for church funds to culminate on Village Day Saturday 24th June.
Tickets have been issued with the May magazine. Sue has many extra tickets upon request! Your help with sales and on the day will be much appreciated.

Holy Trinity, Cuckfield are resuming their free lunchtime concerts on Fridays 
Go to their website for information on future concerts.
https://www.holytrinitycuckfield.org/

Holy Trinity are looking to appoint a part time Old School Manager to manage the Old School on a day to day basis.
Reporting to the Chair of the Old School Board they are to ensure compliance with all statutory requirements for a public building and that the Old School serves the needs of Holy Trinity Church and remains a leading choice for members of the community seeking a place to hire for single, short-term and long-term use.
  • Location: The Old School, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ
  • Hours: 3 hours per day Monday to Friday (e.g. 9-12am or 1-4pm)
  • Salary: £9,984 pa
For further information please contact Clive Simmonds at reader@holytrinitycuckfield.org.


  

If you've some news to share with our Church community in Pew News then please let Sue Ayres know


Website Highlights

Bolney Magazine
The magazine is now delivered to every home in the parish. There are extra free copies available in church for non-residents and visitors.
 
 ■ Smart Speaker Apps -  The Church of England on your Alexa or Google device 


News and General Information

Parish Giving Scheme

We 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.

Please note that you are now able to donate to church funds via our website. Follow the blue link for Give a little.


April Winners -  £100: Mrs L Barker    £60: Mrs L Clarke    £40: Mrs H Mullany

Could you help to stock the FSW foodbank?  

FSW continue to distribute non-perishable food to known families. Currently gifts are collected from church on the second Wednesday of each monthPlease drop your offerings into church 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 Sue.


Plastic milk bottle tops - Chestnut Tree House Childrens Hospice 
Please continue to save your plastic bottle tops from milk bottles and milk cartons.  There is a collection bin in church. 

Batchelor's Field Community Cafe
Needs our support whether it is to help or buy lunch or coffee. There is a huge shortage of volunteers so if you can help to serve lunches and drinks you will be welcomed with open arms.

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 online shopping.
Sign up now through the link: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/stmmbolney
 

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