The turning point in history occurred one night in Bethlehem, and shepherds spread the glorious news the angel had announced to them.
NCH League of Light Boxes
I am delighted to report that the total collected in N.C.H boxes this year is £647.28. Nearly £200 of this is Gift Aided so there will be more to add in due course. This is an excellent result and my sincere thanks to all box holders for their unfailing generosity and support.
Shirley Jones
N.C.H Box Secretary
The Advent Ring
This year our Advent Ceremony has several layers of meaning. As the candles on the Advent Ring are lit on each of the Sundays in December we shall be invited to reflect on:
The Advent Hope as it is explored in the readings from the Prophet Isaiah
The coming of the “Light of the World” as we meditate on various sources of light and pick up themes for our prayers
The traditional pattern of remembering: the Advent Hope; the Word of the Prophets; the ministry of John the Baptist; and the role of Mary, as we sing a short verse to accompany the lighting of each candle.
We hope that this season of Advent will be a time for reflection and preparation as we wait for the coming of the Christmas celebrations and look forward to the coming of God’s Kingdom of justice and peace for all people.
Komera Project
Christine Murray will be going with a party of young people from the District to work in Rwanda on the Komera project next August. The cost to each person is over £1,000 and the Church has donated £100 to her but if individuals wish to help please give it to Derek Whittingham - because you can Gift Aid your donation.
Thank You
Dewi
Exciting Proposals to Extend the Building
There will be an emergency Church Council after morning service on
Sunday 9th December to consider proposals for a new entrance to the Community Room (Pre - school) to enable the toilets and other facilities to be used during the day.
Building Fund News
On Friday December 7th we are very privileged to have Nia who is a highly acclaimed Christian folk singer. She will be singing a wide range of songs including a Christmas selection.
On Friday December 14th there will be a concert by ‘One Accord’. The choir came earlier in the year and we were rather disappointed by audience numbers as they were one of the best mixed – voiced we have had. Please don’t miss out this time.
Book all the dates in your diary and make sure you view the posters for times and prices.
Thanks Tina
Women’s Network
The December meeting will be on Tuesday 11th at 2.30 pm and members are invited to take part - choose a favourite hymn/carol, do a reading, or a poem, preferably on a Christmas theme.
There will be light refreshments. No Bring and Buy on this occasion.
M. Miles
Church Collections in November
Nov 4th £458.14
Nov 11th £283.45
Nov 18th £428.03
Nov 25th £536.57
Carol Service Preparation
There will be a weekly choir practice at 7.30 pm on Thursdays in preparation for the Carol Service on 23rd December.
All are Welcome.
Churches Together
There will be a Churches Together
Advent service at the Union Free Church at 6.00 pm on December 2nd
Programme for the Week
Sunday 2nd December
9.00 am Holy Communion - Revd Peter Clarke
10.15 a.m All Age Worship - Mrs Barbara Murray
6.00 p.m Churches Together Advent
Service at Union Free Church
Monday - Friday Pre - School
Tues - Thurs Mind the Gap
Monday 3rd December
6.00 p.m. Brownies
7.30 p.m. Alpha Course
Tuesday 4th December
6.00 p.m. Girls Brigade
Wednesday 5th December
7.30 p.m. Ladies group
8.00 pm House Group at John & Diane Parkin’s home, 20 Eider Drive, Apley Grange
Thursday 6th December
10 - 12 noon Coffee Morning
12.15 - 1.00 pm Food for Thought - Leon Murray
6.00.p.m. Boy’s Brigade
7.30.p.m. Senior Boy’s Brigade
7.30 pm Wesley Guild - Mrs Annette Thomas
7.30 p.m Choir practice
Friday 7th December
1.00 - 2.30 pm Toddlers
Saturday 8th December
10.00 - 12.00 Coffee Morning In Aid of Guild
Sunday 9th December
10.15 am Holy Communion - Revd Peter Clarke
Home Mission Envelope Collection
On Sunday 9th December there will be an envelope collection in Aid of Home Missions. Please give generously to support the work of Home Missions. For further information on the work of Home Missions talk to Chris Lewis
December Birthdays
Happy Birthday and many happy returns to
19th Mrs Ann Hallam
26th Mrs Doreen Dean
We hope they enjoy their special day
Christmas Fayre 2007
May I say a big and very sincere ‘thank you’ to all who helped at or supported the Fayre last Saturday when over £1,300 was raised for Church Funds.
The stall holders, who collected, displayed and sold their wares. The refreshment team who worked tirelessly and efficiently to prepare and serve not only coffee but for a delicious dinner.
Derek and his helpers for getting everything out ready for us - and clearing up afterwards.
A great advertisement for commitment, dedication and team effort.
Tina
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