Sunday Next before Lent 15th February 2026
 | Sunday next before Lent Sunday 15th February 2026 | |
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| Services This Week |
Sunday ~ 8:00am - Holy Communion (Said) at HOLY TRINITY, CUCKFIELD
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Sung Eucharist with Fr Martin
- P 37 Angel voices ever singing
- G 314 Immortal, invisible
- O 12 Alleluia, sing to Jesus
- C 67 Be still for the presence of the Lord
- R 205 Glorious things of thee are spoken (Abbotts Leigh)
Salazar Gloria and Gospel Alleluias
Readings: Exodus 24: 12 - 18; 2 Peter 1: 16 - 21; Matthew 17: 1 - 9
Year's Mind: Jessie Foote, Angela Paulson, Charles Gordon Seymour, Joan Higinbotham, Eva Ellis and Betty Bruce.
Intercessions: Please pray for those who are sick and in need within our families and community especially - Rev Stephen Caple, Dilys Dunkin, Annabel Moir, Adrian Morris, Susan Reardon, Janet and Hugh Quan, and Jackie Philpott.
We offer prayers for David Kennard who experienced a house fire recently and is suffering from the upset and shock. His sister is caring for him in her home.
We give thanks and pray for Fr Martin who is presiding at his last Eucharist with us this weekend as he moves on to devote more time to Cowfold and Lower Beeding who will be facing a vacancy in the summer. He will be much missed in Bolney after 12 years of service with us, carrying out his duties in a quiet, conscientious and very caring manner. We send our love and prayers with him.
Our prayers continue for the desperate situation in Ukraine, Gaza and Israel, Lebanon and Syria and for those trapped in Sudan, Afghanistan, Somalia, Yemen, Southern Madagascar and all countries of the world who are suffering as a result of war, famine, drought, persecution and political unrest.
Bishop Martin has announced his retirement from the Diocese to take effect on Trinity Sunday 31st May 2026. Bishop Will of Lewes will act as Bishop after consultation with the Bishop's Council.
| Looking Ahead |
Ash Wednesday 18th February
7pm Sung Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes with Fr Peter
(Thursday 19th February 2026 Said Eucharist is cancelled)
Lent Study - Pilgrim Course (The Lord's Prayer) with Fr Peter
Tuesdays 24th Feb, 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th March in Church 7.30pm - 9pm
Everyone welcome.
First Sunday in Lent 22nd February 2026
9.30am Sung Eucharist with Fr Peter
Please check our website regularly for updated information.
Holy Trinity, Cuckfield will be delighted to welcome everyone at any of their midweek services.
Please go to their website for information - https://www.holytrinitycuckfield.org/
Book these dates in your diaries!
Men's Group
Tuesday 17th February 7.30pm Pizza and Skittles at The Bull, Shermanbury
No meeting during Lent
Please contact Clive Simmonds or Ron Leggett if you wish to attend.
Cuckfield Monthly Food Market
This is held in Holy Trinity every second Saturday of the month
If you've some news to share with our Church community in Pew News then please let Sue Ayres know
| News and General Information |
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. Closing date for articles is the first Friday of the preceding month. Email: bolneymagazine@gmail.com for 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.
February Winners - £100: Rev Martin Mills £60: Mrs E Hutchings £40: Mrs L Bailey
To join the 100 Club please email Martin Wood for details and an Application Form.
martinwd40@aol.com
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 month. Please 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 in Church. 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. There is a collection bin in church. Our thanks go to Ron and Anne Leggett for generously giving their time and energy to deliver the tops to Chichester. It appears that along with Cowfold, we are one of the biggest contributors so please keep your collections coming in!
Please continue to save your plastic bottle tops from milk bottles. There is a collection bin in church. Our thanks go to Ron and Anne Leggett for generously giving their time and energy to deliver the tops to Chichester. It appears that along with Cowfold, we are one of the biggest contributors so please keep your collections coming in!
Batchelor's Field Community Cafe
Needs our support whether it is to help or buy lunch or coffee. There is a 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.
Further information can be found on: https://www.stmarymagdalenebolney.org.uk/support-us/legacy/
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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