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The Third Sunday Before Lent

Proper One

Week beginning 5 February 2012

Introduction and Call to Worship

Let us follow Christ’s example in coming to our loving heavenly Father in gratitude and joy, knowing that we are never alone, that he is always there to help.

Today’s Readings

First Reading Isaiah 40:21-31

The Jews had seen Jerusalem razed to the ground and had endured many years of exile in Babylon. Isaiah brings a message of hope that despite this, they were not forgotten by God.

Second Reading Corinthians 9:16-23
Paul believed he would be within his rights as an apostle to claim financial support from the Church but here explains his reasons for choosing not to do so.

Gospel Mark 1:29-39
Jesus has had a busy morning teaching in the synagogue and casting out a demon. But there was still more work to do at Simon Peter’s house.

Prayer during interregnum

Bountiful God, give to this parish a faithful vicar who will faithfully speak your word and minister your sacraments; an encourager who will equip your people for ministry and enable us to fulfil our calling.

Give to those who will choose, wisdom, discernment and patience, and to us give warm and generous hearts, for Jesus Christ’s sake.

Amen

NOTICES

VISITING CLERGY
Today we welcome back Fr Moses who will be taking both of our services this morning.

SERVICES THIS WEEK
Wednesday 10am Said Mass - Rev’d Chris Perrins
Friday 10am Said Mass - Distribution

STAFFING THE BAR
The Social Club is in need of help to man the Bar on Saturday evenings (approximately one evening per month) and would ask for volunteers to work on the bar. Volunteers would be given a short training session prior to being asked to man the bar. Please see Eddie Steele.

MONTHLY LUNCH
Our next monthly lunch is on Friday 10 February. If you are able to join us please sign the sheet at the back of Church.

PCC MEETING
Next PCC meeting is on Wed 15 February, in the Godly Play Room at 7:30 pm.

ZOE’S PLACE - VOLUNTEERS WANTED
There is a letter on the notice board from Zoe’s Place requesting volunteers in a variety of different roles. If you are interested in helping there is a contact phone number on the letter for you to use.

LYDIATE CONCERT BAND
Another successful evening of entertainment arranged for us by the Social Committee. Many thanks to all people involved in any way at all, thank you for your continued efforts in supporting S Giles Church, £380 were raised towards the Roof Fund.

The next event is a Quiz on March 3rd, tickets available soon.

CAKE & PUDDING QUIZ
Hazel is busy fundraising for her Guide Company; the quiz sheets cost £1. They are on the back table.