Upcoming events

Upcoming Events25th April 2010

14+ Youth GroupThe youth groups have recently undergone some changes. There is now an older group for 14 to 18 years old.

14+ Youth GroupThe group will meet in the rectory at 10:30am on the following Sundays:

May 9th & 30th

June 13th & 27th  

Room in the InnRob Halligan is anaward winning, acoustic Rock / Folk singer6th May @ 9pmNewhampton Inn

Prayer & HelpMaddy Wilson is standing in the forthcoming local elections as a Conservative candidate to represent Fallings Park Ward.

Prayer & HelpMaddy fell and broke her arm recently and she has asked if anyone can help deliver her election address leaflets.

Prayer & HelpPlease pray for Maddy and for Peter during these elections. More information on home@peter-maddy.net

Christian Aid WeekSunday 9th May 2010 The countries longest running fundraising week has a huge impact on the fight to end poverty around the world.

Christian Aid WeekChristian Aid believes there can be a profound change and works to eradicate the causes of poverty, striving to achieve equality, dignity and freedom for all.

Christian Aid WeekChristian Aid works with many communities as they try to work their way out of poverty.

Christian Aid WeekEnvelopes will be available from Sunday 2nd May. Prayerfully consider what you can give to support this important work.

Christian Aid WeekIf you can gift aid please do, it makes a huge difference to how much Christian Aid receive.

Christian Aid WeekPlease return the envelopes to the collection plate. Thank you.

Ascension DayThere will be Parish Ascension Day Services on 13th May.St James Church at 11.30amSt Mary's Church at 7:30pm 

Pentecost SundaySunday 22nd May It would be great to show we're celebrating Pentecost by wearing something red to church on 22nd May.  

Bell RingingThree good reasons for bell ringing at St Mary’s

Signifies ‘open for business’

A good hobby/exercise

People like it

Bell RingingWe have bell ringers visiting on the third Sunday each month. They are keen to invite anyone to join them, to brush up existing skills or to begin to learn from scratch.

Bell RingingLet us prayerfully consider whether we are able to start training to ring the bells ourselves.

Gift Aid

If you are a taxpayer and do not give to the church via the "Gift Aid Scheme" can we encourage you to think about doing so.

Gift Aid

The church can claim back the tax you have paid so increasing your giving without you paying more.

Gift Aid

Contact Peter Kelly for more information.Gift Aid envelopes are at the rear of the church.

Bushbury GuidesWilma and Glynis are taking a sabbatical from leading the Guides. Anyone interested in taking over the running of the group should contact Wilma or Glynis.

Kids Talk...A little boy was overheard praying: 'Lord, if you can't make me a better boy, don't worry about it. I'm having a real good time like I am.'