In Flanders fields the poppies blow
Between the crosses, row on row,
That mark our place; and in the sky
The larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce heard amid the guns below.
We are the Dead. Short days ago
We live, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and we lie
In Flanders fields.
Take up our quarrel with the foe;
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high.
If ye break faith with us who die
We shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In Flanders fields.
by John McCrae, May 1915
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Remembrance Sunday
Sunday12th November 2017
WELCOME! A special welcome if you are visiting, or a newcomer.
If you are attending the 8.00am service at All Saints. You are invited to receive communion with us. If you would prefer a prayer of blessing, please bring a book with you.
If you would like to receive communion in your pew please let a sides-person know before we begin.
Should you wish to support the church financially there are gift aid envelopes, or alternatively you may prefer to give to the collection during the offertory hymn. The money goes towards the work of the Parish. 5% of this collection will support other Christian charities.
COLLECT:
God, our refuge and strength,
bring near the day when wars shall cease
and poverty and pain shall end,
that earth may know the peace of heaven
through Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN.
READINGS:
1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18(P202)
Matthew 25: 1-13(P27)
Would you please PRAY for:
those in our parish who serve in the military forces and those who have fallen serving Queen and Country.
the volunteers and the work of the Royal British Legion.
all who are involved with our Messy Church this afternoon.
the Diocese of Ughelli in the province of Bendel (Nigeria).
the 600 or so retired clergy who live in our diocese. Large numbers are assisting regularly in our parishes including ours. Give thanks for their ministry and particularly for that of the Deanery retirement officers who care for them.
all the parishes in the Blackmore Vale Deanery.
all who live in Ancient Way and Rowbarrow Close.
those who are sick, and all who care for them, especially John Rumens, Gary Turner,Tom, Revd.Becky Roberts, Carol Parker, and Ann Baker.
those who have died especially David Barrow and
Kenneth Andrews.
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Advance Notice
On Sunday 3rd December at 9.30am (St.George’s) and 11.00am (All Saints) we will again asking you to bring Gift Vouchers to be
given to the Women’s Refuge. If you are unable to make one of these services you can drop them into the Parish Office. Gift vouchers from any of the main stores are acceptable as this allows mothers to purchase what is needed for their children as they get ready for a fresh start.
Advent talks: Tuesdays 5th, 12th and 19th at 8.00pm in St.George’s side chapel. Linked to the well known poem ‘Love Bade Me Welcome’ by George Herbert. 10-15 minutes followed by Compline. All are welcome.
SCOUT RAFFLE AND CHRISTMAS STAMPS
Scout Post stamps are available from the usual sources including our churches. This year stamp price is 25p. Details and a list of the areas covered is available in both churches.The last date for posting in the special boxes is Friday 8th December but in both churches it will be Sunday 3rd December 2017.
PARISH DIARY
TODAY
3.00pmMessy Church in the Church Hall.
MONDAY – 13th November 2017
9.30am3B’s in the Church Hall.
7.30pmSocial Committee meeting at 21 Bouverie Avenue.
WEDNESDAY –15th November2017
9.30amSt.George’s Toddlers in the Church Hall.
10.00amBible Study at 20 Middle Street.
7.30pmPCC Meeting in the Meeting Room.
THURSDAY –16th November2017
10.00amCommunion at St.George’s.
11.15amInterment of the late Ruth Stacey at All Saints.
SATURDAY –18th November2017
10.00Coffee at All Saints.
SUNDAY–19th November 2017
9.30amCommunion at St.George’s.
11.00amCommunion at All Saints.
11.30amBaptism at St.George’s.
Cheese and Wine Social Evening
Saturday 2nd December 2017, 7.00pm in the Church Hall.
An opportunity to chat with friends, meet, talk and thank the clergy who have been helping out in the parish over the past year.
Tickets for the evening £5 to include a glass of wine, cheese and biscuits. There will also be and bar and entertainment. Tickets are available from Linda Baker. An evening not to be missed!!