Pastoral News: 17th August 2008

Pastoral News

We are sorry to report the death of our friend Richard Cole in Willen Hospice on Tuesday evening. This has been a long struggle for Richard, and we lovingly remember Jane, Jenny and Vicky at this time. The service of thanksgiving for Richard is to be held here on Friday the 22nd. August at 2.30p.m. and all friends are very welcome to attend. Donations in Richard's memory will be shared with the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association and Willen Hospice. We are expecting a very large number of people, and all support is most welcome.

We are also sad to report the death on Tuesday of Glenys Mead, and our love and prayers go to her husband Gordon at this time. Gordon and Glenys are members of the towns United Reformed Church, and had always been great friends of many of us here at the Baptist Church. There will be a service of committal at Crownhill Crematorium on Tuesday the 26th. August at 1.15p.m. to which all friends are invited, to be followed by a service of thanksgiving at the URC at 2.30p.m. Donations in Glenys's memory will be given to the work of Willen Hospice.

A member of our Food4Thought, Gwen Stubley, died this week and our love and prayers go to her family. The service of thanksgiving for Gwen is next Monday the 18th. August at 3.30p.m. at Crownhill Crematorium. All friends are very welcome to attend.

Hilda Meadows is now out of hospital and has taken up residence at Lathbury Manor Residential Home, Lathbury. Hilda would love to welcome visitors, and we pray for her as she settles into her new surroundings.

Joyce Wills is in Ward 15 at the Hospital, and we remember her as she receives care.

We remember in our prayers our members Caroline McLeod and Sarah Coles as they lead their Brownie Pack annual camp at Chigwell Row, Essex this weekend.

Service Details 17/08/08

Worship at 10.30a.m. is led by Steve Wood, who will be speaking from the series "Whistle while you work: Psalms for the workplace" from Psalm 5 - "Monday morning blues".

Service Details 24/08/08

10.30a.m. Worship led by Eric Eyre, who will be speaking from the "Psalms for the workplace" series on Psalm 37 "Tuesday trials".

Service Details 31/08/08

10.30am. Worship will be led by Paul Rosier, with Eric Eyre speaking from the preaching series "Whistle While You Work: Psalms for the Workplace" from Psalm 62 – ‘‘Wednesday and Overworked’’.


Presentation of Life in an African Orphanage

Tuesday 19th August at 7.45p.m. in the chapel Deborah Morris shares a presentation of her recent time working at the Good Shepherd Orphanage in Ghana.

Musical Soirée

On Saturday 6th September Hope Outreach UK present a “Musical Soirée” here at Lovat Hall. The programme starts at 7.30pm and will include a wide selection of four part songs, both sacred and secular, serious and amusing, together with vocal and instrumental items. Join Tony Kempster, well known Peace Campaigner and singer and other local musicians to enjoy an evening to remember. Tickets £5 are available from Catherine Hall or the church office.

Newport Pagnell United Reformed Church

The United Reformed Church has kindly invited members of NPBC to the Ordination and Induction of their new Minister Jenny Mills. The service will be held at St Peter and St Paul’s Parish Church NP on Sunday 7th September at 3pm followed by refreshments at the URC.
If you would like to attend please contact NPBC office.

Bucks Historic Churches Trust Sponsored Cycle Ride and Walk 2008

If you enjoy cycling or walking why not consider taking part in the sponsored event on Saturday September 13th and help to raise funds for the Chapel of your choice.
Sponsor forms available from Catherine/church office.

Alpha

We shall be starting a new Alpha course on Tuesday 23rd. September at 8p.m. and running for 8 weeks concluding on Tuesday 11th November. This is the ideal opportunity for those who want to think about what it means to be a Christian and have the opportunity to ask the questions you've always wanted to ask! It is also ideal for you to invite friends who may have heard of Alpha and who wish to explore Christianity. Handbill invitations are available, and there is no charge.

Mission News

Have you looked at the BMS web site recently? During recent weeks there has been an article from Daveen Wilson BMS worker in Brazil (her brother in law is Richard Wilson) who reflects on life for her family in Trapiб.
Another interesting article is from Graham Samson who worked alongside Susan Caddy when she was in Vlora, Albania.

Please check out the bmsworldmission.org web site where you can sign up for the regular updates, become informed and pray for the BMS workers.

CHURCH DIARY

SUNDAY 17 August
10 – 10.15am Prayer Time in the Chapel.
10.30am Service of Worship led by Steve Wood.
7.00pm Service of Worship and Communion.

TUESDAY 19 August
1.30 – 3.00pm Parent & Baby Group in the Tickford Room Contact Sue Garnham
7.45pm HomeGroups: Joint Meeting in the Chapel. Presentation by Deborah Morris – all welcome.

WEDNESDAY 20 August
10.00am Fun Table Tennis for senior members wanting to stay active & alert.
11.00am Bethany Centre for Senior Citizens. Contact Peter Faulkner for bookings and Elsie Smith for transport
8.00pm The STEPS Course continues in the Chapel. Session 6.
8.00pm Admin & Communications Group meeting in the office.

FRIDAY 22 August
2.30pm Service of thanksgiving for Richard Cole.

SUNDAY 24 August
10 – 10.15am Prayer Time in the Chapel.
10.30am Service of Worship led by Eric Eyre.

TUESDAY 26 August
1.30 – 3.00pm Parent & Baby Group in the Tickford Room Contact Sue Garnham
7.45pm HomeGroups: Meeting for Bible study and fellowship.
Group A: A one off study meeting in the Chapel – if you are interested in joining a HomeGroup please come to this taster session
Group B: Jeremiah Ch.36 & 45: “Baruch’s Boldness”.

WEDNESDAY 27 August
10.00am Fun Table Tennis for senior members wanting to stay active & alert.
11.00am Bethany Centre for Senior Citizens. Contact Peter Faulkner for bookings and Elsie Smith for transport

SUNDAY 31 August
10 – 10.15am Prayer Time in the Chapel.
10.30am Service of Worship led by Paul Rosier and Eric Eyre.