LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 16th July 2023

The seed that fell on good soil is the person who hears the word and understands it. Matthew 13 v 23

We offer you all a very warm welcome especially if you are a visitor and to those who will be watching the DVD during the week and to Rev Paul Howes who is leading our worship with Holy Communion this morning.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests – Please pray for Rev Joe Adams and for Dave.

Please pray for our Superintendent Minister Rev Chris Preece.

Continue to pray for all others who are in any way troubled, lonely, unwell or bereaved and anyone else who needs our prayers.

NOTICES

Farewell Service for Rev Joe Adams will be held at Wimpole Road Methodist Church This Evening. Light refreshments from 5pm. Service begins at 6pm.

Welcome Service for Rev Hannah Chun will also be at Wimpole Road Methodist Church and this will be on Friday 1st September. Service begins at 7:30pm followed by light refreshments.

Please note there is limited car parking at Wimpole Road and we should consider car sharing for those going to these services. Both services will be live-streamed and recorded for those unable to attend.

Songs of Praise Sunday 30th July – if anyone has a hymn they would like please let Peter Howard know. If would be lovely if you could tell us why you have chosen your hymn and perhaps read a poem or bible passage as well.

Laurie Berris will be celebrating his birthday in New Copford Place on 11th August meeting at 3pm for a birthday tea. Please add your names to the list in the foyer or message Mel on 07760 221306 to liaise with Hannah for catering numbers.

Mersea Island Anniversary Concert and Social Evening on Friday 21st July from 7pm to 9pm with “Serendipity” Jazz Trio. Numbers are limited so please call John or Ann on 386841 to confirm. Donations to church funds.

Gathering for Contemporary Worship – Listening to the Living Word. Sunday 30th July at the Ark Methodist Church at 6:30pm.

Because Alan Beesley has recently been diagnosed with Diabetes his daughter Helen is once again walking a million steps (500 miles) to raise money for diabetes research. If anyone would like to donate please see Alan or Christine. Thank you.

Colchester Methodist Circuit will be at The Free Family Fun Festival in Lower Castle Park on Saturday 23rd September 11am – 4.00pm.
In our gazebos we will be inviting children to paint panels that will be assembled to make a giant picture of the ‘Feeding of the 5000’ and bringing our ball in the bucket game and prayer graffiti board as on previous occasions 2016-19. Whilst there you will also be able to enjoy live music; the dog show; the food zone with BBQ & tea tent; the mind, body & spirit zone and much more. If you are able to give an hour or two of your time to assist with the activities and promote Colchester Methodist Circuit to those who visit please inform Rev Paul Howes on 07979 333233.

Sunday Services on DVD – If you, or anyone you know, would like a copy of our Sunday morning service on DVD please speak with Geoff or one of the stewards.

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Thursday 20th July
9:30am – Midweek Prayer Time

Thursday 27th July
9:30am – Midweek Prayer Time

Next Sunday Service 30th July
10:30am – Songs of Praise

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If you need prayer or help in any way please contact your pastoral visitor or you can call Alan Beesley on 766604.