LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 24th August 2014

INTROIT – ‘Blest the Tie that Binds’ SF 49 v 1

We offer you a very warm welcome especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Revd Ruth Ridge who is leading worship with Holy Communion this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for West Bergholt Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

Prayer Handbooks – If you have not already taken your copy please speak to one of the stewards.

Charlie Connor – if you would like to make a contribution to a leaving present for Charlie Connor please see Stephen or one of the stewards.

Provision of Preachers – Difficulty is being experienced by Revd Alan Jenkins, (Our Superintendent Minister), in producing the preaching plan as he has limited preacher resources at his disposal. That is why we have been asked to express our preferences on the questionnaire. If you have not already done so please can you complete the questionnaire and put it in the basket provided or give it to one of the Stewards.

Offerings for last Sunday: £466.00

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 19th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 21st

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Next Sunday 31st August

10:30am – Local Arrangement

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Future Events

Farewell Service at Marks Tey – Sunday 31st August at 3:30pm. Everyone welcome. There will be refreshments after the service with an opportunity to view an exhibition of photographs.

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 17th August 2014

INTROIT – ‘Blest the Tie that Binds’ SF 49 v 1

You are warmly welcomed especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Phil Bingham who is leading worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Marks Tey Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

Prayer Handbooks – If you have not already taken your copy please do so and leave your £3.50 in the pot.

Charlie Connor – if you would like to make a contribution to a leaving present for Charlie Connor please see Stephen or one of the stewards.

Provision of Preachers – Difficulty is being experienced by Revd Alan Jenkins, (Our Superintendent Minister), in producing the preaching plan as he has limited preacher resources at his disposal. That is why we have been asked to express our preferences on the questionnaire. If you have not already done so please can you complete the questionnaire and put it in the basket provided or give it to one of the Stewards.

Offerings for last Sunday: £313.00

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 19th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 21st

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Friday 22nd

10.00am – Walk starting at Friday Wood – see notice board

Next Sunday 24th August

10:30am – Holy Communion with by Revd Ruth Ridge

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Future Events

Farewell Service at Marks Tey – Sunday 31st August at 3:30pm. Everyone welcome. There will be refreshments after the service with an opportunity to view an exhibition of photographs.

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 10th August 2014

INTROIT – ‘Blest the Tie that Binds’ SF 49 v 1

A very warm welcome to you especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Brian Llewellyn who is leading worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

This Evening – 6:30pm – Songs of Praise led by Laurie & Lidia Berris

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for our church here in Lexden.

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

General Notices

Prayer Handbooks – ‘Partners in Sacrifice’ are available in Church today. Please take your copy and place your money, £3.50, in the box provided. There are spare copies for anyone else who would like to have one. Please leave your name in the box if you haven’t had one before and would like to be added to the list. Please let one of the Stewards know if you no longer wish to receive a copy.

August walk please note the walk planned for Thursday 21 August will now be on Friday 22 August. Full details nearer the time.

Charlie Connor – if you would like to make a contribution to a leaving present for Charlie Connor please see Stephen or one of the stewards.

Offerings for last Sunday: £283.40

Methodist Homes Envelopes: £63.15

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Monday 11th

7:30pm – Ladies Friendly Circle – Guest Speaker – Harold Emms

Tuesday 12th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 14th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Next Sunday 17th August

10:30am – Worship led by Phil Bingham

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Future Events

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 3rd August 2014

INTROIT – ‘Blest the Tie that Binds’ SF 49 v 1

A very warm welcome to you especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Revd Jean Dane who is leading worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Abbeyfield Community Project.

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

General Notices

World and Home Mission – We wish to thank all who have saved money in mission boxes during the last year. The total collected for Mission in Britain was £242-92, and for World Church £193-28. We look forward to your continued support in the coming year. Laurie

Beacon House – a very big thank you to everyone who donated food, clothing, toiletries and money. Beacon House really appreciate our continued support.

Sector Communions – there is a list of alternative communion service dates on the notice board.

August walk please note the walk planned for Thursday 21 August will now be on Friday 22 August. Full details nearer the time.

Offerings for last Sunday: £201.60

Charlie Connor – if you would like to make a contribution to a leaving present for Charlie Connor please see Stephen or one of the stewards.

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 5th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 7th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Next Sunday 10th August

10:30am – Worship led by Brian Llewellyn

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

6:30pm – Songs of Praise led by Laurie & Lidia Berris

Other Events

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 27th July 2014

INTROIT – ‘Dear Lord and Father of Mankind’ H&P 673 V1

We offer you a very warm welcome especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Revd Martin Camroux who is leading worship with Holy Communion this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse – discharged from hospital, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Eight Ash Green Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

World and Home Mission – We wish to thank all who have saved money in mission boxes during the last year. The total collected for Mission in Britain was £242-92, and for World Church £193-28. We look forward to your continued support in the coming year. Laurie

Beacon House – we are collecting again throughout July. There is a list of requirements on the box in the vestibule or envelopes for gifts of money.

Sector Communions – there is a list of alternative communion service dates on the notice board.

August walk please note the walk planned for Thursday 21 August will now be on Friday 22 August. Full details nearer the time.

Offerings for last Sunday: £375.60

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 29th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

7:30pm – Colchester Civic Society using the Garling Room

Thursday 31st

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Saturday 2nd August

10:00 – 11:30am – Coffee Morning with Bring & Buy – this month’s charity:

Alzheimer’s Society

Next Sunday 3rd August

10:30am – Worship led by Revd Jean Dane

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Other Events

Song Cycle comes to St Leonard’s – a musical bicycle pilgrimage on Thursday 31st July at 7:30pm. The musicians will arrive at the church on their bicycles, play a recital and the next day they will make their way to another church. See poster on notice board for more information.

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 20th July 2014

INTROIT – ‘Dear Lord and Father of Mankind’ H&P 673 V1

A very warm welcome to you especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Charlie Connor who is leading our worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Boxted Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

World and Home Mission – Laurie Berris will be pleased to collect your boxes today.

Beacon House – we are collecting again throughout July. There is a list of requirements on the box in the vestibule or envelopes for gifts of money.

Sector Communions – there is a list of alternative communion service dates on the notice board.

August walk please note the walk planned for Thursday 21 August will now be on Friday 22 August. Full details nearer the time.

Offerings for last Sunday: £517.10

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 22nd

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 24th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer

NO Time for Tots – Starts again in September

Next Sunday 27th July

10:30am – Holy Communion led by Revd Martin Camroux

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Other Events

Songs of Praise at Fingringhoe Methodist Chapel – This Afternoon at 3:00pm.

Rock Night – Eight Ash Green Methodist Church presents the Justin Jay Band on Friday 25th July. £6 at the door. Playing 60s music from 8pm till late. Price includes tea or coffee and nibbles. Parking available at Old School Church – by kind permission of Church of England.

Song Cycle comes to St Leonard’s – a musical bicycle pilgrimage on Thursday 31st July at 7:30pm. The musicians will arrive at the church on their bicycles, play a recital and the next day they will make their way to another church. See poster on notice board for more information.

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 13th July 2014

Action for Children Sunday

INTROIT – ‘Dear Lord and Father of Mankind’ H&P 673 V1

We offer you a very warm welcome especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Mike Abbs who is leading our worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

This Evening – 6:30pm – Songs of Praise led by Grace and Gerald Daldry

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, please speak with one of the Stewards after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse – in hospital with a broken hip, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Mile End Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

World and Home Mission – Laurie Berris will be pleased to collect your boxes today and next Sunday.

Beacon House – we are collecting again throughout July. There is a list of requirements on the box in the vestibule or envelopes for gifts of money.

Sector Communions – there is a list of alternative communion service dates on the notice board.

Offerings for last Sunday: £426.60

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Monday 14th

7:30pm – Ladies Friendly Circle – Guest Speaker: Gill Bucke

Tuesday 15th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club – meeting at Linda’s

Thursday 17th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer – please leave car park clear for Time for Tots

10:00 – 11:30am – Time for Tots

2:30pm – Care at Share at Muriel’s and Bill’s

Next Sunday 20th July

10:30am – Worship led by Charlie Connor

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Other Events

Songs of Praise at Fingringhoe Methodist Chapel on Sunday 20th July at 3:00pm.

Rock Night – Eight Ash Green Methodist Church presents the Justin Jay Band on Friday 25th July. £6 at the door. Playing 60s music from 8pm till late. Price includes tea or coffee and nibbles. Parking available at Old School Church – by kind permission of Church of England.

Song Cycle comes to St Leonard’s – a musical bicycle pilgrimage on Thursday 31st July at 7:30pm. The musicians will arrive at the church on their bicycles, play a recital and the next day they will make their way to another church. See poster on notice board for more information.

Family Fun Day organised by Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester will be held in Castle Park on Saturday 13th September from 11:00am to 4:00pm. This event will include crafts and activities as well as Church related experiences.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 6th July 2014

INTROIT – ‘Dear Lord and Father of Mankind’ H&P 673 V1

A very warm welcome to you especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Joanne Eckersley who is leading our worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, members of the prayer team will be available at the front of the Church after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles Cronin and family following the death of Florrie, Grace & Gerald Daldry, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for the family of John Hughes who was tragically killed in a car accident aged only 35. He was a very dear friend of Ruth and James Ridge.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for The Ark.

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

General Notices

Florrie Cronin’s funeral will take place on Monday 7th July at 3:30pm at the crematorium.

World and Home Mission – Laurie Berris will be pleased to collect your boxes on Sunday 13th or 20th July.

Chris Nash thanks you for your prayerful support. She has had an amazing ‘Footprints in the Sand’ experience. In less than a week and with feelings of sadness and joy she has agreed the sale of her house and purchase of a bungalow in Aylsham. Chris expects completion will be a few months away.

Offerings for last Sunday: £217.00

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 8th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Wednesday 9th

7:45pm – Bible Study

Thursday 10th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer – please leave car park clear for Time for Tots

10:00 – 11:30am – Time for Tots

Next Sunday 13th July

10:30am – Worship led by Mike Abbs

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

6:30pm – Songs of Praise led by Grace and Gerald Daldry

Other Events

Rock Night – Eight Ash Green Methodist Church presents the Justin Jay Band on Friday 25th July. £6 at the door. Playing 60s music from 8pm till late. Price includes tea or coffee and nibbles. Parking available at Old School Church – by kind permission of Church of England.

Song Cycle comes to St Leonard’s – a musical bicycle pilgrimage on Thursday 31st July at 7:30pm. The musicians will arrive at the church on their bicycles, play a recital and the next day they will make their way to another church. See poster on notice board for more information.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 29th June 2014

Conference Sunday

INTROIT – ‘Spirit of the Living God’ SF 511

We offer you a very warm welcome especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Jonathan Sparkes who is leading our worship this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, members of the prayer team will be available at the front of the Church after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Pat Bingham,Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles & Florrie Cronin, Grace & Gerald Daldry, Barbara Duller, Emily Grote, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for The Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

Methodist Homes. Please can you return your envelope this week.

Congratulations to John and Rosalind Hampshire who celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Thursday. Our best wishes for this diamond couple.

World and Home Mission – Laurie Berris will be pleased to collect your boxes on Sunday 13th or 20th July.

Chris Nash would appreciate your prayers as she feels she is being led to leave Lexden and move nearer to her family in Norfolk.

Offerings for last Sunday: £377.50

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday 1st July

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday 3rd

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer – please leave car park clear for Time for Tots

10:00 – 11:30am – Time for Tots

Saturday 5th

10:00 – 11:30am – Coffee Morning with Bring and Buy in support of

Colchester Food Bank

Next Sunday 6th July

10:30am – Worship led by Joanne Eckersley

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Other Events

Rock Night – Eight Ash Green Methodist Church presents the Justin Jay Band on Friday 25th July. £6 at the door. Playing 60s music from 8pm till late. Price includes tea or coffee and nibbles. Parking available at Old School Church – by kind permission of Church of England.

Seeking God’s Blessing for Colchester – an evening with Paul Cowley on Thursday 25th September. This will take place at St Johns Community Centre and will include a meal.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist

LEXDEN METHODIST CHURCH

Notices for Week Commencing 22nd June 2014

INTROIT – ‘Spirit of the Living God’ SF 511

A very warm welcome to you especially if you are a visitor or will be joining us through the Recording Ministry and to Revd Ruth Ridge who is leading our worship with Holy Communion this morning.

Please join us for refreshments in the Garling Room after the Service.

Prayer Ministry – if you would like a prayer for yourself or someone else, members of the prayer team will be available at the front of the Church after the morning service.

Recording Ministry – If you do not usually receive a DVD of our services please speak to Stephen Suthernwood or ring him on 01206 540988 to obtain a copy.

PRAYER

Prayer Requests: Pat Bingham,Rose & Peter Bobby, Dorothy Cardey, Charles & Florrie Cronin, Grace & Gerald Daldry, Barbara Duller, Joan Rouse, Richard & May Walters and Robin Wilkinson.

Please pray for our Minister Revd Ruth Ridge and all those who minister to the people of God, especially this week for Castle Methodist Church.

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

General Notices

Lexden Link – if you haven’t received a copy of our quarterly magazine there are still some available.

Methodist Homes. If you have not been given an envelope please see Bill. Your gift helps to ensure the MHA can offer additional support and alternative therapies free of charge. Services such as MHA Live at Home schemes chaplaincy and music therapy for people living with dementia. If you are a tax payer don’t forget to fill in the Gift Aid section. Please can you return these by next week.

Offerings for last Sunday: £340.40

DIARY OF SERVICES AND EVENTS

Tuesday24th

2:00 – 4:00pm – Friendly Tea Club

Thursday26th

9:30 – 9:50am – Morning Prayer – please leave car park clear for Time for Tots

10:00 – 11:30am – Time for Tots

Next Sunday 29th June

10:30am – Worship led by Jonathan Sparkes

Children welcome. Refreshments afterwards

Other Events

Alternative Worship Service at Marks Tey this evening at 6:30pm led by Revd Ruth Ridge. A pilgrimage to celebrate St Columbia. Hiking boots not needed but there will be a little walking.

Friends of St Botolph’s present Piano Fest 2014. Admission by donation to the Church Heating Appeal Fund. Sundays June 8, June 15 and June 22 starting at 3:00pm. See poster for more information.

Join in the Blooming Great Tea Party in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care at Fingringhoe Methodist Church on Monday 23rd June from 10:30 – 12noon. See poster on notice board.

Contacts – If you need prayer or help in any way please contact Revd Ruth Ridge on 01206 242 183.

CHURCH NOTICES – items for the Weekly Notices to Christine Beesley by Thursday at the latestplease. Telephone 01206 766604. e-mail ‘christine.beesley’. Website : lexdenmethodist