Pastoral News: 06 September 09

We pray for Rachael Scott who damaged her index finger and needed an operation at the Royal Free Hospital last weekend. She is now home and recovering, and we pray that her finger will mend very quickly!

We also pray for Louise Finn’s sister Margaret who lives in Australia. Louise and Jim have received news that Margaret has been diagnosed with bone cancer and will have radiation and chemotherapy treatment starting next week. Please pray for Margaret and her family.

We again uphold Marvin Chilton in our prayers as he was taken back into Harefield hospital last week.

We remember members of our Bethany Centre who are in need of prayer: for Vi Steppings recovering from a car accident, for Anne Goodwin who is moving with her family to Poole, and for Georgina Keeping who is at home and very poorly.

Congratulations to…

· Rebecca Garnham on her engagement to Luke Knight
· Roy Freestone, who celebrated 50 years of ordination on Thursday
· Rod and Beth Ruston who celebrate their Ruby Wedding Anniversary today!

Thanks from Rachael Scott

Rachael Scott and family would like to thank everyone for the prayers and support received over the past week. Rachael's operation, as far as they can tell, was a success but more will be found out on Monday. We thank God for His continuing healing and appreciate your support and prayers.

God’s Time for India

Mission India is holding a series of regional events between 17th and 25th September 2009. The event provides an opportunity to meet Kamala, co-director of ministries in India and discover more about what God is doing in the country. You can join the event at Loughton Baptist church on Monday 21st September at 7.45pm.

Men’s Breakfast

Gentlemen, an early reminder that our next breakfast takes place on 20th September and we have an interesting speaker lined up. More details next week.

“Women Need To Talk” Reminder

For the ladies who have booked tickets for the breakfast at Frosts with Fiona Castle on Saturday 19th September, please see or telephone Mary Buckell to arrange transport and payment etc. Thank you.

Employment Opportunity (Part Time)

John Richards is employed by the Association for Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus for half the week, and is developing his own Disability Awareness business called “Bridge The Gap” at other times. The Government, through an allowance, enables him to employ someone to undertake tasks which he cannot, due to visual impairment, e.g. driving, reading print, filing and some computer assistance.

The person appointed will earn £6.00 per hour, and in addition will receive a mileage of 39p per mile. Journeys for ASBAH will include trips to the ASBAH House at Peterborough and appointments throughout Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Luton. Journeys for “Bridge The Gap” are largely in the environs of MK.

Anyone interested in this role, please speak to John for further information.

Church Meeting

There is a Church Members Meeting on Tuesday 15th September at 8.00pm in the Tickford Room. All church members are encouraged to attend.

The minutes of the July meeting are available for members to read today prior to the meeting (located in the green folder by the Stewards table). Copies (by email, hard copy or large print) are available upon request. Contact Catherine in the church office (618898) or email info@npbc.org.uk

Crossroads

Our new magazine for NPBC “Crossroads” is launched TODAY! If you’ve not already picked up a copy, please make sure you collect one as you leave.

Service Details 06/09/09

Good morning and a warm welcome to our worship which is led by our minister Paul Rosier. Paul will be completing the series from the book of Zechariah on chapters 12 to 14, “True Confidence”. The service will also include communion.

In the afternoon at 4.00pm we have our monthly Food4Thought meeting. A time for friendship, singing and praise for the retired of the town. This month our hosts are Roger and Catherine Hall.

Preaching Elsewhere

This morning we remember in prayer our member Eric Eyre as he leads worship at Milton Malsor Baptist Church.

CHURCH DIARY

SUNDAY 6 September
10 – 10.15am Prayer Time in the Chapel.
10.30am Service of Worship and Communion led by Paul Rosier.
4.00pm Food4Thought hosted by Roger & Catherine Hall.

MONDAY 7 September
9.30am Elders Meeting.
7.45pm Amicus – Contact Sam Downton or Mark Nicholls
8.00pm Deacons Meeting

TUESDAY 8 September
8.45am Team Prayer Meeting in the chapel.
9.45am HomeGroup meeting at Wendy and Andrew’s.
10.00am Parent & Toddler Group (24 Months+). See Yvonne Wilkinson
1.30 – 3.00pm Parent & Baby Group in the Tickford Room Contact Sue Garnham
1.30 – 3.00pm Parent & Toddler Group (12-24 months) contact Janet Rosier.
2.00pm Bible Study Group in the chapel. All Welcome.
7.45pm HomeGroup – 1 Peter 1-2:13

WEDNESDAY 9 September
11.00am Bethany Lunch Club for Senior Citizens. Contact Peter Faulkner for bookings and Elsie Smith for transport.
8.00pm HomeGroup meeting at Newport Pagnell

THURSDAY 10 September
6.15pm Girls’ Brigade Explorers For all sections see Sue Garnham
6.45pm Girls’ Brigade Junior Section
8.00pm Girls’ Brigade Senior and Brigader Section
8.00pm Elders Meeting

SUNDAY 13 September
10 – 10.15am Prayer Time in the Chapel.
10.30am Service of Worship led by Paul Rosier.