Please pray... (29/05/06)

…for peace in East Timor, amid ongoing fighting with disaffected ex-soldiers. Australian and Malaysian troops have been deployed in response to an international call for help from the government of East Timor.

…for the proposed summit between Russia and the EU to discuss a long-term partnership based on Russia’s vast energy resources. Recent talks have been marked by suspicion and claims of a drift back towards the atmosphere of the Cold War.

…for talks on a package of incentives for Iran to abandon its nuclear programme. Talks in London are reported to have made ‘good progress’.

…for Nouri Maliki, prime minister of Iraq. Mr Maliki hopes to take over all security responsibilities from the US-led coalition within 18 months. To do so, however, his forces will need more training, equipment and manpower.

…for our Mission Partners: Charles and Lynn-Barr Johnston in Northern Argentina; Dan Browne in Afghanistan; Philbert Khalisa in Rwanda; Adrian and Jane Shutt in Uganda.

…for the week of Prayer Visiting, beginning on Monday 4th June. Pray especially for the residents of Lansdown Terrace Lane, Overton Park Road, Overton Road and Parabola Road.

…for our celebration of Pentecost next weekend: for Saturday morning’s Prayer Event, and for our Pentecost worship next Sunday. Pray for God’s Holy Spirit to be powerfully at work, energising us to be the church.

…for Paul Minchin and Louise Jarvis as they are married at Christ Church next Saturday. Pray for their guests, and for Linda as she leads.

…for the family and friends of David Bennett as they gather at Christ Church for David’s funeral at 2.00pm on Thursday.

… for the sick: Sue Potter, Trish Browning, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Nicola Draper, Peter Chicken, Peter Linwood, Grace Williams and Cara Cahill.

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... if you are reading this!!

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Sunday 28th May 2006

8.00am Holy Communion CW: Rev Tim Mayfield
10.30am Family Service with Baptisms: Rev Tim Mayfield
12noon Shortened Holy Communion
6.30pm Parish Communion CW: Rev Tim Mayfield

Please pray (21/5/06)

…for peace in Southern Afghanistan. Fierce fighting between Taleban militia and the police has left scores dead. Pray peace especially for the provinces of Helmand and Kandahar.

…for Angola, where a cholera epidemic has killed more than 1,200 in the past three months. Despite Angola’s oil-fuelled economic growth, many crowded slums lack adequate water and sanitation.

…for Fiji, following elections in which Laisenia Qarase was returned as Prime Minister. His victory was narrow, and ethnic tensions continue between indigenous Fijians and a large Indian minority.

…for Iraq, seeing ongoing violence and unrest. Hold before God the bereaved from attacks on Thursday, and pray wisdom especially for new Defence Secretary Des Browne.

…for the ‘Tree of Life’ course, as it concludes on Wednesday. Pray for a greater confidence in what the gospel is, and for a greater confidence in sharing it. Pray too for ongoing arrangements towards this year’s Prayer Visiting.

…for Christians feeling confused and undermined by the filmed version of ‘The Da Vinci Code’.

…for our churchwardens, Phil Whitefield and Alison Vlach as they attend a special swearing-in service at the Cathedral on Tuesday.

…for next Thursday’s Ascension Day United Service.

...for the sick: Sue Potter, Trish Browning, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight,Nicola Draper, Peter Chicken, Peter Linwood, Grace Williams and Cara Cahill.

…for the Family and Friends of James Chacko, Bill Daly and Alan Figg.

Please pray... (07/05/06)

…about concerns surrounding Iran’s enrichment of uranium. Iran insists its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes. However, the UN security council is discussing a resolution calling on Iran to suspend enrichment or face possible sanctions.

…for the new Israeli government, sworn in last Thursday. Pray for Prime Minister Ehud Olmert. After weeks of talks he has a narrow majority, with the support of 67 MPs out of a total of 120. Pray especially for the new government’s relationship with the Palestinians.

…for Chad, following its recent presidential election. President Idriss Deby is seeking a third term in office. Opposition parties boycotted the election, and the country remains divided. Pray for reconciliation.

…for Cambodia, as the trial for genocide of top Khmer Rouge leaders moves closer. Thirty officials have been elected to serve on a UN-backed tribunal. Prosecutors are due to begin work in June.

…for the newly-elected PCC meeting for the first time tomorrow. Pray especially for those new to the Council: Graham Donaldson, Julia May, Roy Morgan, Stephen Thiselton and Tony White.

…for the ‘Tree of Life’ course, as it continues on Wednesday. Pray for a greater confidence in what the gospel is, and for a greater confidence in sharing it. Pray especially for members of the team delivering different sections of the evening.

…for Christ Church’s Renewal Weekend, beginning on Friday. Pray for the team coming from Lee Abbey: Susan Edmondson, Philip Elliott, Pete Gunstone, and Mat Ineson. Pray that God would use the weekend as He wills for the enriching of our life together.

…for plans and preparations for Christian Aid Week, coming soon. Pray especially for our reps Mandy Whitefield and Francis O’Meara.

...for the sick: Sue Potter, Joyce & Roy Woodward, Trish Browning, James Chacko, Freda Stroud, Grace Williams, Lalli Widelski, Lorna, Benjamin & Susan Byun, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jean Dalby, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Anne Bird, Christine Lewis, Michael Taylor, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight, and Nicola Draper.

Sunday 7th May

8.00am Holy Communion BCP

10.30am Parish Communion

Preacher: Will Halse
Readings: Exodus 3:1-14 (Pew Bible OTp.48)
Matthew 3:1-11 (Pew Bible NTp.2)
Hymns: SF5, SF336, SF830, 343
Anthem: O come ye servants of the Lord - Tye

There is a Crèche in the North Porch behind the North Aisle.
Anyone who would like to receive personal prayer & ministry, simply come to the Side Chapel immediately after receiving Communion and a member of our Prayer Ministry team will be there to pray with you.
Activity Bags for children to use in church (esp. 2’s-5’s). Please
ask a Sidesperson for one & return afterwards.
Coffee served after the service in the Harwood Hall.

6.30pm Choral Evensong BCP

Preacher: Rev Tim Mayfield
Readings: Ezekiel 34:1-16 (Pew Bible OTp.761))
John 10:11-18 (Pew Bible NTp.98)
Hymns: 73, 126, 433
Canticles: Moeran in D
Anthem: Behold the tabernacle of our God - Harris

Coffee is served after the service

8.30pm Choir Meeting in the Music Room

Please pray... (30/04/06)

…about serious food shortages, and especially in Somalia. Pray especially for aid agencies trying to deliver food in very lawless circumstances.

…for peace and stability in Sri Lanka. The country has suffered disturbing violence in the recent past, and things appear to be becoming unstable again.

…for Iraq, following another high-profile assassination. Pray for the government, and for an upholding of the rule of law. Pray too for a healing of ethnic tensions within the country.

…about the Local Elections, to be held this Thursday. Pray for a good turnout, and for people to take seriously the issues at stake.

…for the first part of our ‘Tree of Life’ course, this coming Wednesday. Pray for a greater confidence in what the gospel is, and for a greater confidence in sharing it. Pray especially for James McLaren, Francis O’Meara, Mandy Whitefield, Andrew Judge and Alison Vlach as the they deliver different sections of the evening.

…for Christ Church’s Renewal Weekend, 12th to 14th May. Pray for the team coming from Lee Abbey: Susan Edmondson, Philip Elliott, Pete Gunstone, and Mat Ineson. Pray that God would use the weekend as He wills for the enriching of our life together.

…for our Annual Meeting this evening. Pray for those giving reports, and standing for election. Pray too for a sense of God’s guidance as we review the past and look to move into the future.

…for plans and preparations for Christian Aid Week, coming soon. Pray especially for our reps Mandy Whitefield and Francis O’Meara.

...for the sick: Sue Potter, Joyce & Roy Woodward, Trish Browning, James Chacko, Freda Stroud, Grace Williams, Lalli Widelski, Lorna, Benjamin & Susan Byun, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jean Dalby, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Anne Bird, Christine Lewis, Mercy Doh, Michael Taylor, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight, and Nicola Draper.

Sunday 30th April

8.00am Holy Communion BCP

10.30am Parish Communion

Preacher: Cynthia Wixcey
Readings: Acts 3:12-19 (Pew Bible NTp.114)
Luke 24:36-49 (Pew Bible NTp.86)
Hymns: 75, 82, 391, SF1120

There is a Crèche in the North Porch behind the North Aisle.
Anyone who would like to receive personal prayer & ministry, simply come to the Side Chapel immediately after receiving Communion and a member of our Prayer Ministry team will be there to pray with you.


6.30pm
ANNUAL PAROCHIAL MEETING
in the Harwood Hall

Please pray... (23/04/06)

Living Lord Jesus, we praise you for your victory over death. We celebrate the truth of Easter. Please strengthen our faith in your risen life.

In the garden on the first Easter Sunday, Mary turned from the tomb to meet the risen Christ. She turned from death to life, from despair to hope. We pray for those in despair, that you would inspire them with Easter hope.

Those on the road to Emmaus did not recognise Jesus journeying with them. We pray for all who are searching for faith, that they might discover the Jesus who walks alongside them.

In the inn at Emmaus, Jesus was recognised when he broke the bread. We pray the power of Jesus' risen life as we break bread today.

The risen Jesus greeted his disciples with peace. We pray for the peace of the world, especially for Iraq and Israel/Palestine. We pray that Easter hope would energise everyone working for a better world.

At the lakeside, Jesus gave Peter a new beginning. We pray for all who are burdened by regret, that they would know the new start that Jesus longs to give them.

Healing Lord, we thank you for the promise of your Holy Spirit. Into the Spirit's compassion we hold Sue Potter, Joyce & Roy Woodward, Trish Browning, James Chacko, Freda Stroud, Grace Williams, Lalli Widelski, Lorna, Benjamin & Susan Byun, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jean Dalby, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Anne Bird, Christine Lewis, Mercy Doh, Michael Taylor, Jack Coke-Wallis, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight, Nicola Draper, John Bond and all who suffer in body, mind or spirit.

Risen Lord, you conquered death. We remember those who have died in the Easter faith of Christ; for the bereaved and for those who watch with the dying.

Sunday 23rd April

8.00am Holy Communion CW

10.30am Morning Worship

Preacher: Rev Tim Mayfield
Readings: Exodus 14:10-31 (Pew Bible OTp.59)
John 20:19-31 (Pew Bible NTp.110)
Hymns: 95, 214, SF1120, 394

There is a Crèche in the North Porch behind the North Aisle.
Activity Bags for children to use in church (esp. 2’s-5’s).
Please ask a Sidesperson for one & return afterwards.
Coffee served after the service in the New Hall.

12noon Shortened Holy Communion BCP

6.30pm Parish Communion CW

Preacher: Angela Smith
Readings: 1 John 1:1-2:2 (Pew Bible NTp.221)
John 20:19-31 (Pew Bible NTp.110)
Hymns: SF5, SF544, 263, 402

Please pray... (14/04/06)

Living Lord Jesus, we praise you for your victory over death. We celebrate the truth of Easter. Please strengthen our faith in your risen life.

In the garden on the first Easter Sunday, Mary turned from the tomb to meet the risen Christ. She turned from death to life, from despair to hope. We pray for those in despair, that you would inspire them with Easter hope.

Those on the road to Emmaus did not recognise Jesus journeying with them. We pray for all who are searching for faith, that they might discover the Jesus who walks alongside them.

In the inn at Emmaus, Jesus was recognised when he broke the bread. We pray the power of Jesus' risen life as we break bread today.

The risen Jesus greeted his disciples with peace. We pray for the peace of the world, especially for Iraq and Israel/Palestine. We pray that Easter hope would energise everyone working for a better world.

At the lakeside, Jesus gave Peter a new beginning. We pray for all who are burdened by regret, that they would know the new start that Jesus longs to give them.

Healing Lord, we thank you for the promise of your Holy Spirit. Into the Spirit's compassion we hold Sue Potter, Joyce & Roy Woodward, Trish Browning, James Chacko, Freda Stroud, Grace Williams, Lalli Widelski, Lorna, Benjamin & Susan Byun, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jean Dalby, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Anne Bird, Christine Lewis, Mercy Doh, Michael Taylor, Jack Coke-Wallis, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight, Nicola Draper, John Bond and all who suffer in body, mind or spirit.

Risen Lord, you conquered death. We remember those who have died in the Easter faith of Christ; for the bereaved and for those who watch with the dying.

Sunday 16th April - Easter Sunday

8.00am Holy Communion BCP

10.30am Easter Family Communion

(see separate Order of Service)

Please note that the Crèche in the North Porch behind the North Aisle is open but not staffed so you will need to stay with your child.
Anyone who would like to receive personal prayer & ministry, simply come to the Side Chapel immediately after receiving Communion and a member of our Prayer Ministry team will be there to pray with you.
Activity Bags for children to use in church (esp. 2’s-5’s). Please ask a Sidesperson for one & return afterwards. Coffee served after the service in the New Hall.

6.30pm Choral Eucharist, including Mozart’s joyful ‘Missa Brevis’ in C (‘The Sparrow Mass’)

Preacher: James McLaren
Readings: Romans 6:3-11 (Pew Bible NTp.146)
Mark 16:1-8 (Pew Bible NTp.51)
Hymns: 77, 82, 391, 80

Please pray... (09/04/06)

This Week we stand with Christ in his suffering and pray:

Journeying Lord, on Palm Sunday you rode in triumph into Jerusalem. We welcome you into our lives afresh today .

Cleansing Lord, on Palm Sunday you purified the temple. Please purify the worship of our lips and of our lives.

Broken Lord, at the Last Supper you broke bread and poured out wine. We pray for all who feel broken today.

Praying Lord, in the garden you aligned yourself with your Father’s will. Please keep us strong against temptation.

Judging Lord, your trial was a mockery. We pray for the justice system the world over, and especially in our nation.

Suffering Lord, soldiers beat you and spat upon you. We cry to you for victims of oppression and conflict in all nations, praying for peace and justice.

Dying Lord, we pray for the bereaved, and for those who watch with the dying.

Healing Lord, we hold before you those whom we know and love who need a special sense of your presence today. Especially we name before you: Sue Potter, Joyce & Roy Woodward, Trish Browning, James Chacko, Freda Stroud, Grace Williams, Lalli Widelski, Lorna, Benjamin & Susan Byun, Gwen & Trevor Holmes, Pat Lawrence, Susan Swindlehurst, Vicki Chapman, Jean Dalby, Jenny Worton-Griffiths, Doris Gardner, Anne Bird, Christine Lewis, Geoffrey Warhurst, Mercy Doh, Michael Taylor, Jack Coke-Wallis, Aaron Roberts, Dorothy Knight and Nicola Draper.

Sunday 9th April - Palm Sunday

8.00am Holy Communion CW

10.30am PALM SUNDAY FAMILY SERVICE

(see separate Order of Service)

Please note that the Crèche in the North Porch behind the North Aisle is open but not staffed so you will need to stay with your child. Members of the Prayer Ministry Team are around after the service, identified by badges, for any who would like personal prayer. Activity Bags for children to use in church (esp. 2’s-5’s). Please ask a Sidesperson for one & return afterwards. Project 2000+ & Traidcraft stalls in the Hall after the service. Coffee will be served.

6.30pm PARISH COMMUNION FOR PALM SUNDAY

(See separate Order of Service)

Coffee is served after the service

There is a Retiring Collection for Easter Flowers
- see plate at the back of church