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Church notice sheet - 16 September 2007

Readings

9:00am - Psalm 122 and Hebrews 10:19-25
11:00am - Hebrews 10:19-25 and Luke 4:14-21

E-mail from Bishop Evans

We have received the following letter from Bishop Evans in Uganda following the gift of £700 for his wife’s urgent operation.

"Dear Raymond, I greet you in the name of the risen Christ. Thank you all for your prayers. The operation was successful and Rovina can walk around although she is on crutches. I truly see the love of God upon us. Thank you so very much for all you did in our time of need. Sincerely in Christ, Evans."

Jane Williams - Swindon Mission Network

Jane will be speaking on Tuesday evening from about 6:30pm on the theme of "Mission and Holiness". If you have not already signed up, but would like a meal at 6:00pm, then please do sign the form in the foyer.

Swindon Foodbank

Swindon Foodbank continues to reach out to the hungry and those in crisis in our own town and as Foodbank has become more established the number of referrals has increased. 72 people were fed in one week alone...

So how about coming to the next Family Quiz Night and enjoying yourself whilst supporting local Christian outreach? This will be on Friday 28th September at 7.30pm at Open Hands, Lagos Street, Swindon.

See the Foodbank website for details

The next supermarket collection is on Saturday 13th October at Sainsbury’s Stratton St Margaret. Sign-up sheets will be on display soon. In the meantime if you see any 2 for 1 or 3 for 2 offers in the "non-perishable" food range please consider giving Foodbank the "extra" one..! Just bring it to Church and Bob Hayward will take all donations to the Foodbank.

Harvest thanksgiving

As ever, harvest is a time when we remember the homeless, and those who are in need. The Food Bank and Filling Station have given us a list of items they would like to receive at harvest time. Food requests from the Swindon Food Bank and toiletry requests from The Filling Station are as follows. The Filling Station say, "Small and many is better than big." Please start saving now.

Dance yourself dizzy!

Are you superb at the Samba or do you feel too timid to Tango? This weekend break may be for you.

Dance Weekend at the Narracott Hotel, Woolacombe, North Devon on 16th, 17th & 18th November. The cost is just £95 per person and includes dinner on the Friday evening, dance tuition on Saturday morning and afternoon, followed by a dance in the evening. Tuition available again on Sunday morning followed by lunch. Also included is a demonstration dance.

This is suitable for dancers at all levels, although you do not have to participate if you would prefer to watch. For further information please contact Jenny Marks on 642029.

St John's giving scheme

Our Treasurer, Andrew, will shortly be preparing and issuing the weekly giving envelopes for 2008. If you are not already in the St. John's Giving Scheme and would like a set of envelopes, please speak to Andrew. He will also be happy to let you have information about giving to God's work at St. John's by Standing Order and Gift Aid.

Building project

With the building work complete, we are concentrating on planning the furnishing and equipping of the new extension. We have sufficient money in the fund to pay the builders and the architects with some left over to go towards the cost of furnishings and equipment, but we still need a lot more!

Gifts towards the cost can be passed to our treasurer, Andrew with cheques being made payable to St John's PCC. Additionally, you can help by filling phials which can be found in the basket in the church room. Already 86 have been returned containing a total of just over £567!

Dedication of the extension - early replies needed!

This will be on Saturday 20th October 2007. If you haven't already replied to your invitation then please do so as soon as possible so that we can plan and cater for the expected numbers. If you have any queries please speak to Jean Dean or Pauline Davis.

Impresario requires acts

The St John's talent evening has produced some unforgettable memories over the years.

It is not too early to start practicing that piece of thespianism, terpsichory or prestidigitation you've been longing to demonstrate, but just never had the chance.

Mary Smith and the team will be producing a supper following the dedication on 20th October, and after that the fun will begin.

Transport

If you are coming to the Dedication of the extension and would like a lift, would you please sign the list in the church room. If you are able to offer transport to people requiring a lift there is an alternative list for adding your name to that, also in the church room.

Arc Angel Christian Bookshop

Oldi and Larissa, members of our 11:00 congregation, would like to invite you to the grand opening of Arc Angel Christian Bookshop on Saturday, 22nd September at 1:00pm at 45 Victoria Road, Swindon. Everyone is welcome and they would love to see you there.

Pram club notice and dates

Pram Club will meet at 9:30am - 11:30am and 1:30pm - 3:30pm on 17th & 24th September and the 1st & 8th October. On Monday 15th October Harvest Thanksgiving will be at 11:00am - 2:30pm with service at 11:45am followed by a light lunch. Pram Club re-opens as usual on the Monday 29th October at 9:30am.

Do you buy on line?

We have received our first commission cheque amounting to more than £50! Log on via our website or go directly to http://www.buy.at/StjohnsHW. The church will receive commission from 2% to 12% on anything you purchase.

There are over 100 retailers involved (including M&S, Amazon, John Lewis, Comet) some of which offer exclusive discounts and promotions - and best of all ... there is no extra cost to the purchaser!

Tape Ministry

If you or someone you know would like a recording of the service, please contact Nigel Crowhurst, our Tape Co-ordinator.

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