Please take this home with you Sunday 15 July Seventh Sunday after Trinity 8.00am HOLY COMMUNION Celebrant and Preacher: The Revd James Reveley Celebrant: Preacher: 10.00am PARISH EUCHARIST AND BAPTISM ANNIVERSARY The Revd James Reveley Dr Diana Stretton Everyone is invited to the Main Hall for refreshments. The Revd David Powell is at Christ Church, Bedford this morning Officiant: Led by: 11.30am HOLY BAPTISM OF DYLAN SMITH The Revd Monica Robinson Alison McDaid 6.00pm SACRED SPACE Please ask a sidesperson if you would like a large print version
COLLECT Prayers and Readings Lord of all power and might, the author and giver of all good things: graft in our hearts the love of your name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and of your great mercy keep us in the same; 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. FIRST READING - 2 Samuel 6. 1-5, 12b-19 A reading from the second book of Samuel. 1David again gathered all the chosen men of Israel, thirty thousand. 2 David and all the people with him set out and went from Baale-judah, to bring up from there the ark of God, which is called by the name of the LORD of hosts who is enthroned on the cherubim. 3 They carried the ark of God on a new cart, and brought it out of the house of Abinadab, which was on the hill. Uzzah and Ahio, the sons of Abinadab, were driving the new cart 4 with the ark of God; and Ahio went in front of the ark. 5 David and all the house of Israel were dancing before the LORD with all their might, with songs and lyres and harps and tambourines and castanets and cymbals. 12 So David went and brought up the ark of God from the house of Obed-edom to the city of David with rejoicing; 13 and when those who bore the ark of the LORD had gone six paces, he sacrificed an ox and a fatling. 14 David danced before the LORD with all his might; David was girded with a linen ephod. 15 So David and all the house of Israel brought up the ark of the LORD with shouting, and with the sound of the trumpet. 16 As the ark of the LORD came into the city of David, Michal daughter of Saul looked out of the window, and saw King David leaping and dancing before the LORD; and she despised him in her heart. 17 They brought in the ark of the LORD, and set it in its place, inside the tent that David had pitched for it; and David offered burnt offerings and offerings of wellbeing before the LORD. 18 When David had finished offering the burnt offerings and the offerings of well-being, he blessed the people in the name of the LORD of hosts, 19 and distributed food among all the people, the whole multitude of Israel, both men and women, to each a cake of bread, a portion of meat, and a cake of raisins. Then all the people went back to their homes. This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. 2
SECOND READING - Ephesians 1. 3-14 A reading from the letter of Paul to the Ephesians. 3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, just as he chose us in Christ 4 before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless before him in love. 5 He destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of his will, 6 to the praise of his glorious grace that he freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. 7In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses according to the riches of his grace 8 that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and insight 9 he has made known to us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure that he set forth in Christ, 10 as a plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in Christ, things in heaven and things on earth. 11In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, 12 so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. 13 In him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; 14 this is the pledge of our inheritance towards redemption as God s own people to the praise of his glory. This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL - Mark 6. 14-29 We say or sing Alleluia Hear the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark. Glory to you, O Lord. 14 King Herod heard of it, for Jesus name had become known. Some were saying, John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; and for this reason these powers are at work in him. 15 But others said, It is Elijah. And others said, It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old. 16 But when Herod heard of it, he said, John, whom I beheaded, has been raised. 17For Herod himself had sent men who arrested John, bound him, and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip s wife, because Herod had married her. 18 For John had been telling Herod, It is not lawful for you to have your brother s wife. 19 And Herodias had a grudge against him, and wanted to kill him. But she could not, 20 for Herod feared John, knowing that he was a righteous and holy man, and he protected him. When he heard him, he was greatly perplexed; and yet he liked to listen to him. 21 But an opportunity came when Herod on his birthday gave a banquet for his courtiers and officers and for the leaders of Galilee. 22 When his daughter Herodias came in and danced, she pleased Herod and his guests; and the king said to the girl, 3
Ask me for whatever you wish, and I will give it. 23 And he solemnly swore to her, Whatever you ask me, I will give you, even half of my kingdom. 24 She went out and said to her mother, What should I ask for? She replied, The head of John the baptizer. 25 Immediately she rushed back to the king and requested, I want you to give me at once the head of John the Baptist on a platter. 26 The king was deeply grieved; yet out of regard for his oaths and for the guests, he did not want to refuse her. 27 Immediately the king sent a soldier of the guard with orders to bring John s head. He went and beheaded him in the prison, 28 brought his head on a platter, and gave it to the girl. Then the girl gave it to her mother. 29 When his disciples heard about it, they came and took his body, and laid it in a tomb. This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. POST-COMMUNION Lord God, whose Son is the true vine and the source of life, ever giving himself that the world may live: may we so receive within ourselves the power of his death and passion that, in his saving cup, we may share his glory and be made perfect in his love; for he is alive and reigns, now and for ever. Amen. This week we pray in particular: For the River Festival today and the Churches Together marquee for effective outreach For the Baptism Anniversary Service today especially as we welcome those who have been baptised in the last 3 years For the family and friends of those who have died recently Raymond Thomas Margaret Franklin Prayers for our July Outreach Partner USPG USPG United Society Partners in the Gospel is an Anglican mission agency supporting churches around the world in their mission to bring fullness of life to the communities they serve. Eucharist Readings for 22 July Trinity 8 Year B 2 Samuel 7.1-14a Ephesians 2. 11-end Mark 6. 30-34, 53-end 4
MONDAY 16 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 9.30am Noah s Ark - Summer Term ends Main Hall 2.30pm Mothers Union Summer Tea Party Roxton Garden Centre TUESDAY 17 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 2.30pm Julian Group Chapel 7.45pm Parochial Church Council Holt Room WEDNESDAY 18 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 10.30am Holy Communion Holt Room Celebrant: The Revd James Reveley THURSDAY 19 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 10.30am House Group Charlbury Court 6.30pm Treble Choir Practice Dent Room 7.45pm Tower Bell Practice Church FRIDAY 20 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 7.30pm Choir Practice Church SATURDAY 21 8.30am Morning Prayer Chapel 10.00am Wedding Preparation Consulting Room 11.30am Burial of Ashes - Margaret Welch Garden of Rest 7.30pm Organ Recital - Paul Hale Church SUNDAY 22 8.00am Holy Communion Church 10.00am Parish Eucharist Church 11.30am Baptism of Archie Lester Church 6.30pm Evening Service Church Notice Sheet Deadline Please send all notices to Karen Parrott, Church Centre Office, email: office@standrewsbedford.org by 12noon on Wednesday. This notice sheet is printed on Wednesday afternoon. 5
CHURCH CHURCH CENTRE OFFICE - REVISED OPENING HOURS THIS WEEK Due to staff leave the office opening hours will be reduced this week. The office will be open from 2.00pm - 5.00pm on Monday and Thursday and from 9.00am - 1.00pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. CHURCH FETE: Thank you very much to everyone who helped out at the fete last week in any capacity. The amount raised towards the Organ Fund was in excess of 1,000. BEDFORD RIVER FESTIVAL - TODAY: If you are going to the River Festival today, please visit the Churches Together Christian stall. It is located between Russell Park and the Embankment. People from many churches are involved. ORGAN CONCERT: Paul Hale, next Saturday, 21 July, at 7.30pm. Paul is a former cathedral organist, most of whose time is now spent as a professional organ consultant (including to the new St Andrew s organ) and recitalist in constant demand around the UK. PILGRIM HOUSE GROUP: The group will meet on Monday 23 July, 7.30pm, when we will be continuing the course Migration and Movement a study course, by USPG, in five sessions exploring migration and the global movement of people, with stories from the world church. New members welcome. FILM NIGHT: The next Film Night is Saturday 28 July at 7.00pm, when the film will be Julie and Julia. Please ensure that names for food are advised to Bedford 216881 by the Wednesday prior to the Film Night. Gareth Burrows PARISH RETREAT IN PLESHEY, 7-9 September. Flyers and a signing up sheet are at the back of the church. This promises to be a stimulating, reflective and relaxing weekend. Carol Wood. BEDS AND HERTS HISTORIC CHURCHES BIKE N HIKE 2018: This year s Bike n Hike is on Saturday 8 September. Why not put the date in your diary and start planning your route - on foot, by bike or even, for the first time this year, by car, to visit as many churches as you can. Money raised through sponsorship of the participants is split 50:50 between the Trust and the participant s home church. Watch out for sign-up sheets and sponsorship forms later in the summer. We will also need stewards to greet participants as they call in at St Andrew s. Stewards can get sponsors too! If you would like to know more, please speak to Pat Rogers or Alan Colley. 6
FRIENDS OF ST ANDREW S TRIP ON THE OUSE WITH CREAM TEA: On 13 September (2.15pm) enjoy a leisurely cruise on the Ouse. As you glide along the river on the John Bunyan boat and watch the world go by, you can enjoy a delicious cream tea. Watch out for the sign-up list and further details. CHURCHES TOGETHER IN BEDFORD TOWN CENTRE SUMMER SUNDAY EVENING SERVICES Join the town centre churches as we meet together on Sunday evenings 29 July 6.30pm St Joseph and the Holy Child 5 August 5.30pm St Paul s 12 August 5.45pm Miracle Church of God in Christ 19 August 6.00pm St Andrew s (a Taizé service) 26 August 6.30pm Bunyan Meeting Church All are welcome. COMMUNITY SONGS AND SCONES: Come and Sing choir present a selection of songs and refreshments. Monday 16 July, 2.30pm, at Bunyan Meeting Church. Donations invited to the Roof Restoration Fund. SWAZILAND SCHOOLS PROJECTS charity invites you to a summer Pimms evening at Christie House, Newnham Street, Bedford on Saturday 21 July from 6.00pm (there is no car parking on the site). Suggested donation is 7.50 and all proceeds will go towards the building of two new classrooms in Swaziland. Tickets from Ann Mason or Keith Fossey (07843 279126) INVITATION TO A GARDEN PARTY: We would like to invite you to Airedale s Summer Garden Party on Sunday 12 August from 1.30pm - 4.30pm. All welcome! There will be live entertainment from James Le-Bec from 2.00-4.00pm and there will be various stalls selling cakes along with a raffle and a tombola. Diana, Activities Co-ordinator, The Airedale Nursing Home. ST JOHN'S MOGGERHANGER - Time for Music Festival Saturday 18 August: I m asking you all to try to contribute to the afternoon teas for this festival please! They really do value our baking skills for their big summer event. We would be pleased to receive anything you are able to donate, eg plain or fruit scones, sponges, fruit cakes/loaves, biscuits, flapjacks. Please let us have them in advance, so we can store them in our freezers and then move them on to St John s. The last date for delivery is by 5.00pm on Tuesday 14 August. Please contact Brenda Mayoh via the Church Office for further details. The first 5 cakes have already arrived, so please keep them coming! Thank you in anticipation. 7
ST PAUL'S IS RECRUITING! Treasurer - to be a key role in the management team and responsible for ensuring that the financial affairs of the church and parish are correctly ordered. Voluntary role, between 8 and 10 hours a week. For further details visit www.stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk/news or call Alison Phillipson on 07701 084572. Cleaner - a reliable and experienced cleaner, 8 hours a week, hourly rate of 7.90. Experience as a cleaner is required while experience of working in a church environment would be advantageous but not essential. References will be required for the successful candidate. Please send an up to date CV to Robin Bartlett at robin.bartlett@stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk in the first instance. For more information please call the church office on 340163. ST ANDREW S CHURCH, KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD MK40 2PF VICAR: THE REVD JAMES REVELEY (Day off - Friday or Saturday) 01234 354234 E-MAIL: vicar@standrewsbedford.org CURATE: THE REVD DUNCAN GOLDTHORPE (Day off - Friday or Saturday) 01234 268689 E-MAIL: curate@standrewsbedford.org CHURCH CENTRE OFFICE: 01234 216881 (Open Monday - Friday 9.00am-1.00pm & 2.00-4.00pm) E-MAIL: centremanager@standrewsbedford.org WEBSITE: www.standrewsbedford.org Charity Registration number 1130171 This Notice Sheet is also available on the website 8