Second Sunday after Trinity 18th June 2023

                                                                                

Second Sunday after Trinity 18th June 2023

St. Mary Magdalene

Bolney

        

  




 
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: 74 Blessed assurance
G: 541 O thou who camest from above
O: 212 God forgave my sin
R: 428 Love divine
Exodus 19.2-8a
Psalm 100
Romans 5.1-8
Matthew 9.35 – 10.8


Year's Mind: Patricia Frewer, Bob Ellis and Cyril Lucas.

Intercessions:  Please  pray for those who are sick and in need within our families and community especially - Tom Crawford, Dilys Dunkin, Jim Futcher, 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. 

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 22nd June
9.30am Said Eucharist

3rd Sunday after Trinity 25th June
9.30am Sung Eucharist

Book these dates in your diaries!

Men's Group will next meet at The Bull, Shermanbury on Wednesday 21st June for skittles and pizza.
Contact Clive Simmonds or Ron Leggett if you wish to attend.
The Taverners Xl are playing 20-20 at Cuckfield every Thursday from 25th May until 27th July starting at 6pm for those interested. 

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

 Grand Prize Draw raising money for church funds to culminate on Village Day Saturday 24th June.
Please return your counterfoils, payment and any unsold tickets asap. Sue has many extra tickets to sell upon request! Your help with sales beforehand 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/


  

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.


June Winners -  £100: Mrs A Moir    £60: Mrs D Gordon-Seymour    £40: Mr. P George

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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