First Sunday after Easter 16th April 2023

                                                                       

Easter 2    Sunday 16th 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: 9 Alleluia, alleluia, hearts to heaven
G: 47 As we are gathered (Sung Twice)
O: 53 At the lambs high feast we sing
R: 104 Christ triumphant
Acts 2.14a,22-32
Psalm 16
1 Peter 1.3-9
John 20.19-31

Congratulations to Michael and Jade who are getting married later this morning. We wish them every happiness for the future.

Year's Mind: Edna Blake, Maurice Akeroyd, Gary Chalwin and Doreen Coupland.

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, Scott Spencer and his family as he receives palliative care at home, Hudson Wiggins and all those carers locally who quietly carry out their duties with little support or respite available at this time. 

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, a year on; also Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Sudan, 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 20th April
9.30am Said Eucharist

Easter 3  Sunday 23rd April
9.30am Sung Eucharist
Followed by the Annual Parochial Church meeting (APCM) immediately following at 11am

Nominations are invited for the election of both churchwardens, members of the PCC and Deanery Synod Representatives. 
We are desperately looking for a PCC Secretary but are eternally grateful to Claire for staying in post until the APCM. Thank you so much Claire!

Men's Group will meet next on Wednesday 19th April for a meal at The White Hart, Cuckfield
Please let Clive Simmonds or Ron Leggett know if you would like to attend.
      
Book these dates in your diaries!

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

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