St. Luke s Church, Maidenhead www.stlukeschurchmaidenhead.org.uk Church Office: 01628 622733 Week commencing: 1st April 2012 Palm Sunday 8.00 am Holy Communion President: The Reverend Sally Lynch 10.00 am Parish Communion with Dramatic reading of the Passion President: The Reverend Sally Lynch 4.00 pm Sunday Half hour: Southgate House 6.00 pm Sundays at Six: Taize Worship for Palm Sunday, at ChOGS. Retiring collection for charity after church today WELCOME TO OUR WORSHIP If you are new to St. Luke s please do make yourself known to the ministers or the sidespeople. You may like to complete the contact form on the back of this sheet. Everyone is welcome to join us for refreshments after the 10.00 am service at the back of church today. Please stay if you can. This Holy Week at St. Luke s: Please do enter into Holy Week as fully as you are able Everyone is welcome to all of our services and activities Monday 2nd 8.30 am Morning Prayer 8.00 pm Holy Communion and reflection Tuesday 3rd 8.30 am Morning Prayer 1130 am Funeral of Fred Gammon 8.00 pm Holy Communion and reflection Wednesday 4th 8.30 am Morning Prayer 10.00 am Holy Communion 2.00 pm Service in Celebration of the life of Sandy Raffan 8.00 pm Holy Communion and reflection
Thursday 5th 8.30 am Morning Prayer Maundy Thursday 2.30 5.00 pm Crafts Activity and Seder meal 8.00 pm Holy Communion and Watch Friday 6th 8.30 am Morning Prayer Good Friday 10.15am All Age meditation followed by Walk of Witness 1.30 pm and 2.15 pm Good Friday Devotions Saturday 7th 9.00 am Morning Prayer Holy Saturday 4.00 pm All Age Service: Saving Stories of the Old Testament Today s readings: The Palm Gospel When Jesus and his disciples were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples and said to them, Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden; untie it and bring it. If anyone says to you, Why are you doing this? just say this, The Lord needs it and will send it back here immediately. They went away and found a colt tied near a door, outside in the street. As they were untying it, some of the bystanders said to them, What are you doing, untying the colt? They told them what Jesus had said; and they allowed them to take it. Then they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks on it; and he sat on it. Many people spread their cloaks on the road, and others spread leafy branches that they had cut in the fields. Then those who went ahead and those who followed were shouting, Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of our ancestor David! Hosanna in the highest heaven! Then he entered Jerusalem and went into the temple; and when he had looked around at everything, as it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the twelve. A reading from the book of the prophet Isaiah: The servant of the LORD said: The Lord GOD has given me the tongue of a teacher, that I may know how to sustain the weary with a word. Morning by morning he wakens wakens my ear to listen as those who are taught. The Lord GOD has opened my ear, and I was not rebellious, I did not turn backwards. I gave my back to those who struck me, and my cheeks to those who pulled out the beard; I did not hide my face from insult and spitting. The Lord GOD helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame; he who vindicates me is near. Who will contend with me? Let us stand up together. Who are my adversaries? Let them confront me. It is the Lord GOD who helps me; who will declare me guilty?
Is. 50. 4-9a A reading from the letter of Paul to the Philippians: Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form, he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death even death on a cross. Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Phil. 2.5 11 A Dramatic reading of the Passion from the Gospel of Mark Collect Almighty and everlasting God, who in your tender love towards the human race sent your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ to take upon him our flesh and to suffer death upon the cross: grant that we may follow the example of his patience and humility, and also be made partakers of his resurrection; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen The Post Communion prayer Lord Jesus Christ, you humbled yourself in taking the form of a servant, and in obedience died on the cross for our salvation: give us the mind to follow you and to proclaim you as Lord and King, to the glory of God the Father. Amen
Next Sunday, 8th April: Easter Sunday 6.00 am Dawn Service of Light 8.00 am Holy Communion President: The Reverend Sally Lynch 0.00 am Parish Communion President: The Reverend Sally Lynch Preacher: The Reverend Sally Lynch 6.00 pm Sundays at Six Evening Service: Prayers at the Easter Garden, here Next week s Bible readings: Acts. 10. 34-43 1 Cor. 15. 1-11I John 20. 1-18 For your prayers Please pray for: Our keeping of Holy Week Our ministry and vision for the future, our giving of ourselves to God Peace in the world, and especially at this time pray for the people of Syria. Pupils, staff, governors and families at our Primary School Those who live and work in Australia Avenue. Those who were baptised here recently and their families and God parents. Ellis, Ruby, Sidney and Grace The sick and those who care for them: Gillian Fitzpatrick, Tim Williams, Win and Len Reynolds, Nick, Katharine, Steve N. Hilary Fortnam, Stephen Sands, John Francis, Beryl Horsham, David Holden, Melanie, Betty Galliers, Carl Bartholomew, Jo Jones, Glyn Jackson,Ted Stevens, George, Cilla Evans Ina, Philip Snelgrove, Richard Harris. Those who have died recently, and those who mourn them: Ernest Frederick (Fred) Gammon, Alexander (Sandy) Raffan, Brian King If you are new to us We d love to stay in touch with you, so please complete the following and pass it to one of the sidespeople or put it in the office mailbox. Name (s) Address Contact number I / we agree to our information being kept on the parish database. Date Signed
The floodlighting has been sponsored this week by: Janet Trinkwon In celebration of our Grandson Oscar s 6th birthday What s happening? See below, and......check out our website too www.stlukeschurchmaidenhead.org.uk Church Office: The office will only be open on Tuesday this week. All notices to go onto the Pew Sheet for next week must be in by Monday 2nd April WORSHIP AND SPIRITUALITY: Prayer Group: A monthly opportunity for quiet prayer this month will be on Wednesday 11th April at 3.00 pm in church. Everyone is very welcome. Pools of Stillness: An opportunity for quiet reflection in church: Next date 18th April from 7.30 pm. For more details ask Sally. Prayer for St. Luke's Primary School: A reminder that we meet at school to pray at 12.15 pm on the first Wednesday each month (next, 2nd May). All welcome, An Hour Out: Do you sometimes wish you could talk to someone about what you do and don t believe, how you feel about church services, how you try to pray, what you d like to understand about the Bible but never dared ask? An hour out is an opportunity to do just this. There are cards at the back of church explaining more. To take this offer up book your time with Sally. Readings: If you are reading in church and would like a copy in advance to practice please let the office know. Diocesan Festival of Prayer: Saturday 17th July. A day to explore different aspects of spirituality and prayer at Ripon College Cuddesdon. This promises to be an excellent day. Leaflets are available at the back of church or have a word with Sally for more details. The cost is 24.00 per person, however 5 go for the cost of 4. So please let Sally know if you are planning on going. Sandy Raffan, RIP Sandy s funeral will be a family affair on the morning of Wednesday 4th April Everyone is invited to a service in celebration of his life here in church at 2.00 pm on Wednesday 4th April. Please do continue to remember Johanna in your prayers.
INFORMATION Vestry Hour: The vicar will be in church from 11.00 am - midday on Fridays and therefore available for anyone who wishes to drop in to see her. Electrol Roll: The 2012 Roll has now been closed and the new one is now on the table in the hymn book corner if you wish to confirm that the details are correct. Only those on the Electoral Roll can take a full part in our church life by voting at the Annual Parish Meeting or being elected to the Parochial Church Council. Please note only those who have been on the Electoral Roll for six months can be elected to the PCC or Deanery Synod. Jill Bevitt. T.633464 HELP NEEDED Sunday Mornings from Vansett: We need a small team of people to sit with the residents from Vansett during the Sunday morning worship. This is purely to help them follow the service and just to be on hand. If you think you can help, See Sonya. St Martin in the Fields - the Connection - mobile phones. This project which we sometimes support through Don Luff and Ian Gilchrist is seeking old mobile phones and chargers for a project with people they work with. To donate please see Don or Ian. SOCIAL and FUNDRAISING Maidenhead Advertiser School Tokens and Sainsburys Tokens: Please can you put your tokens in the pot at the back of church. Wycombe Swan: Bugle Boy. Wednesday Matinee 4th April. A musical telling the life story of Glen Miller, featuring a live 16 piece big band. If we get a group of 8 or more the price will be 17.50 (instead of 26.00). Our tickets are in the stalls (with a couple of end of rows) The performance begins at 2.30 pm. Please let Ann Burdett have a cheque (payable to St. Luke s PCC) as soon as possible if you would like to come. Thames Valley Soroptimists in aid of the Kori Womens Farm Cooperatvie: Saturday 21st April. Drop in between 2 pm and 7 pm at St. Luke s Community hall. Sierra Leone meets the Thames Valley. Everyone welcome. Sierra leone and English food, dancing to African music led by Rose Moribo. Payment at door of 5.00. Also sale of cakes, flowers and posies. and a raffle. For more details and offers to make cakes please see Gill Curry (T. 625196) or gill.curry@btinternet.com Eton College Entertains. On Saturday 28 April at 7.00 pm Richard Gowers, our organ scholar, is bringing a small group of friends to give us a programme of sparkling music in the church, followed by a simple supper in The Community Hall at 8.00pm. Tickets at 8.00 available from the Social Committee soon. Gifted gardeners setting seeds, please remember the Plant Sale which is scheduled for Saturday 26 May 2012. Bedding plants and all sorts of vegetables are sought after by our eager customers. Wintershall: An open air passion play acting out the life of Christ. Saturday June 23rd. If you would like the opportunity to watch an open air performance telling the life of Christ, set in beautiful grounds and performed by a cast of over 250 actors (and real donkeys goats, sheep etc) bring a picnic and be part of a truly amazing experience. All ages from babies to OAP's are invited to be part of the moving experience and join in the scenes as they relate the life of Christ; watch the disciples fishing on the lake, the enactment of the miracles, Jesus' trial and His crucifixion. Tickets cost 15.00 for adults and 7.50 for children. As we can only book tickets by paying for them, I will only be able to order the exact number of tickets required and hence I need the payment at the same time as your request for a ticket. The deadline for requesting tickets is Sunday April 21st. Please make cheques payable to St. Luke s PCC. The experience takes place on the Wintershall farm estate near Guildford and runs from 10am till 4pm. We will organise lift shares nearer the time. For further details speak to Ann Burdett
Verses for Church Services by Jeremy Hurst: This book is available to purchase from the back of church for 4.00. The proceeds of which go to St. Luke s. Waste Printer Cartridges: There are envelopes at the back of church for you to use to send your empty printer cartridges to various charities so they can use them to raise funds. Wanted: a double room for a young man, tall, quiet, shy, does not smoke or drink. Has a car and works in Wembley 8 am until 7 pm. Please call 01628673717 or 07897838203. Inclusive church: The latest news letter form Inclusive Church from which we subscribe is available at the back of church please feel free to have a read. Ladies Breakfasts: An opportunity for ladies of all ages to be spoilt with a delicious breakfast hear an interesting speaker and chat together. Saturdays 8.45-10.30 am. Next dates 16th June and 15th September. Foodshare: Are in desperate need of food. We are looking for people to commit to regular donations of a can/packet of food a week. If you are able to help, please see Sue Brett or bring food to the box at the back of church, for dedication each Sunday Local evening walks,: Begin soon. Can you help with ideas for 2 to 4 mile walks and/or suitable rural pubs to finish up at, or by leading an occasional ramble. We hope to start on Thursday 26 April and then have a walk at 7.15 pm every week on Wednesday or Thursday throughout the summer. Details will appear on the pew sheets. Roger & Jilly Bevitt (T.633464) OLYMPICS A day of prayer: Saturday 14th April 2012 from 10am - 4pm, Ending with a Service at Eton College Chapel at 5pm Guest speaker: The Right Revd Alan Wilson Bishop of Buckingham. To surround the area around Dorney Lake with prayer. There will be prayer stations set up at local churches. We would like to encourage you to either walk, cycle, drive or use other means of transport to cover the area in prayer. For those unable to be attend there will be alternative ways to get involved.
. APCM The Annual Parochial Church Meeting will take place at 5.00 pm on Sunday 22nd April 2012 in St. Luke s community Hall. The APCM is when the PCC report on its activities during the year and the financial state of the church. Elections also take place for churchwardens, Assistant Churchwardens and PCC Members. Nominations are now required for the 2 Churchwardens, 2 Assistant Churchwardens and PCC Memberts. There are four vacancies on the PCC to be filled at the meting, these are for a period of 3 years. The nomination forms for all elections are on the table at the rear of church. Please complete the appropriate form with your nomination and place in the folder provided. DO NOT forget that the person you are nominating has to sign the form agreeing to his or her nomination. REGULAR ACTIVITIES St. Luke s Toddler Group meet in the Community Hall every Thursday morning during term time, 9:30am - 11:00am, Brownies meet in the Community Hall every Thursday evening, 6:30pm - 7:45pm.The Sunday Club, for children aged 3 to 10 years, meet every Sunday at 10.00am in the Parish Centre, (except the first Sunday in the month, which is an all-age worship service in church). The Sparklers, for young people aged 10+, meet in the Community Hall for discussions. Sparklers leave church before the sermon. Emmaus Discussion Group about aspects of our faith. Contact: Eileen Goford (T.638238) Emmaus 05 (2nd Course) Contact: Sue Harbour (T.670246) Timeout topical issues aired and shared. Contact: Shula Tajima (T. 546889) BRF (discussion about bible reading notes) Contact: Revd Dick Cheek (T.628484) Prayer Group 1st Wednesday in the month. 3:00pm in church etc St. Luke s Church Office open Tuesday and Friday 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Administrator: Mrs. Sue Brett (01628) 622733 Vicar: The Reverend Sally Lynch (01628) 783033