LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 17th December 2023
Third Sunday in Advent

He is the one who comes after me, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie. John 1 v 27

We light the third candle to symbolise joy,
knowing that fullness of Joy comes from God alone.

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

PRAYER

Please pray for our Ministers – Rev Chris Preece and Rev Hannah Chun.

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

NOTICES

Stanway Pioneering Carols on the Green 2023
Wed 20th December 6.30pm Leopard Gardens, Oakwood Meadows, CO3 8BD
Thurs 21st December 6.30pm Lakelands Estate Playpark CO3 8AY
Carols – Nativity – Refreshments

Christmas at Lexden Methodist Church
Songs of Praise on Christmas Eve, Sunday 24th December at 10:30am
Please can you let Christine know if you have any readings or suggestions for hymns for this service next week as soon as possible. Thank you.

Christmas Day Service, Monday 25th December at 9:45am led by Alan Beesley. Please join us if you are able.

Colchester Methodist Circuit Service on Sunday 31st December from 11:00am at Wimpole Road Methodist Church led by Rev Chris Preece.
If you would like to share where you have seen God in your lives over the past year – either in person at this service or by video please contact Jonathan Sparkes by email at j

Circuit Christmas Celebration with Carols, Comedy and Cakes at The Ark on Tuesday 2nd January from 4:00 to 7:00pm

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.

Midweek Prayer Time – every Thursday. A short service of prayer and reflection. Everyone welcome.

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Thursday 21st December
9:30am – Midweek Prayer Time

Next Sunday 24th December
Fourth Sunday in Advent
10:30am – Carol Service

Monday 25th December
9:45am – Christmas Day Service

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If you need prayer or help in anyway, please contact your pastoral visitor or you can call Rev Hannah Chun on 07935 612414 or Alan Beesley on 766604.