I have just thanked the boiler man for the annual boiler service and the plumber for cleaning the drains. The gutters are cleared again, the roof is leak proof again and I’m catching up with the decorating and weeding!
This all feels like a spring catch up, a sort of domestic MoT, and I’ve got to wondering … why not a spiritual MoT? So try these for starters – you may think of other questions too!
How is your relationship with God just now?
What have you read in the Bible this week?
What specific things for yourself are you praying for?
What particular temptations are before you now?
Where is God challenging you right now?
How are your relationships with your family/friends?
If your family were asked about your state of mind/state of spirit/state of energy level, what would they say?
Are there any unresolved conflicts in your relationships?
What 3 things do you feel most thankful for?
What are the things you would like to know more about God?
PS The Tea Time Special on 16th June was thoroughly enjoyed – I hope you can join us for the next TTS on July 21st.
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Days in July |
CLIFTON SUSPENSION BRIDGE CLOSURES
The latest available information on the forthcoming bridge closures is as follows:
The contractor is initially planning to close the Suspension Bridge to traffic overnight (from 7.00pm until 6.00am) on the following dates:
Thursday 24th July
Friday 25th July
One footway will be kept open to pedestrians throughout these closures. Any cyclists wishing to use the bridge will be required to dismount and walk across.
More dates will follow, and will be published here when they are known.
At this stage it is anticipated that between 4 and 6 full weekend closures (day and night) will take place in the second half of August and during September.
The bridge trustees apologise for the inconvenience caused.
At this stage it is anticipated that between 4 and 6 full weekend closures (day and night) will take place in the second half of August and during September.
The International Balloon Fiesta will take place from Thursday 7th August to Sunday 10th August.
The bridge will be closed to all vehicles and pedestrians on
Thursday 7th August from 6:00pm until 2:00am
Saturday 9th August from 6:00pm to 2:00am.
The bridge will be open 24/7 as usual on Friday 8th August and Sunday 10th August.
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Monday afternoons monthly with the next 'Tea' on 21st July, 2-4pm |
TEA TIME SPECIAL
At: St Mary's Vestry, Leigh Woods
Phone 0117-973-0596 (Gill Ogden or 0117-330-1610 Ros Wilson find out more.
Once a month come for a chat, cup of tea and a piece of cake.
There will be a speaker or other activities laid on - all for £1.50!!
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Saturday, 2nd August |
JUMP FOR JUBILEEACTION
If you would like to support JubileeAction, a Christian charity supporting vulnerable children in 18 countries, by sponsoring Wo Hill's 60th birthday skydive, then please click this JustGiving link
No amount too small and all greatly appreciated!
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Sundays, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st August
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STORYTIME
9.30am - 10.00am The chancel, Holy Trinity, Abbots Leigh
For Children of all ages (bring a cushion and if you're little also bring a grown up!)
Just good old storytelling from some of the world's oldest tales.
Are you sitting comfortably? Then ....
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Saturday, July 26th at 7:30 pm |
MESSIAH
Performed by the Musica Buena vocal consort and baroque instruments
St Mary the Virgin
Admission is free with a retiring collection. Raising funds for streetchildren's homes in Honduras
Hot and cold drinks are provided, all 'eats' welcome so more of the proceeds can go the charity. Please come and enjoy!
On Sunday August 3rd we will once again have a stall for the Honduran children at the Amnesty Garden Party at Goldney House, Clifton. Thanks to your kind donations of bric-à-brac last year, we more than doubled our 2007 takings - £367.00! If you have articles for us to sell this year e.g. good quality ornaments, kitchenware, jewellery, clothes, books etc, please call Mary on 01275 810126 to arrange for collection, or bring your goods to the concert on July 26th. Thank you!
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Tuesday 29 July & 27 August at 10-11am |
PRAYERS FOR THE PARISH
Our next 2 meetings will be on Tuesday 29 July, 10-11am
at Greystones, Manor Lane, Abbots Leigh
and on Wednesday 27 August, 10-11am
at 5 Bannerleigh Lane, Leigh Woods
Phone 01275 372406 to find out more, or to request a prayer
Phone 01275 372406 to find out more, or to request a prayer
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Friday 22nd – Monday 25th August 2008
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GREENBELT 2008: RISING SUN
The programme for Greenbelt 2008 is beginning to come together. Like the sunrise, its first rays are warming our faces. From visual and performing arts to literature and worship and from talks and music to all-age fun and the Children’s Festival. Talks include Philip Yancey, Prof Keith Ward on ‘Why there is almost certainly a God’, Bev Thomas on ‘The Beatification of Enoch Powell’, Dave Dark on ‘The Gospel According to America’, Salley Vickers, author of Mr Golightly’s Holiday, Iwan Russell Jones on ‘Sport as 21st century religion’, and Lucy Winkett. There is also an eclectic mixture of music of the grand and the grassroots. Already booked, alt rock outfit [dweeb] and festival favourites yFriday. As well as a wonderful array of worship - ancient and modern - across all four days, we’re moving the Festival’s communion to the afternoon! Visit www.greenbelt.org.uk for all the details
For: Open to all: Tinies to 90+s!
Venue: Cheltenham Racecourse, Evesham Road, Prestbury, CHELTENHAM, GL50 4SH
To Book: Get online at www.greenbelt.org.uk/tickets(online bookings have no booking fee).
Info and bookings line 020 7374 2760
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Sunday, 7th September from 1pm |
FESTIVAL IN THE FIELD
The Old Playing Field, Church Road
Lamb Roast & Salad £5 - BBQ -
Wine, beer & soft drinks.
Come along - meet other families in the village - enjoy a fun afternoon.
Try your hand at Welly Throwing or Tug of War. Bouncy Castle and other activities for children.
JAZZ BAND. Boules competition.
Free Entrance. We look forward to seeing you there!
Lamb Roast tickets (£5):
Jane Gibbons 372112, John Blain 372387, Graham Heywood 375424
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Tuesday, September 23rd, 7 - 9.00 pm
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Peace for All? An open discussion forum
Led by David and Jane Thomas
St Mary’s Vestry Leigh Woods
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Monday, September 27th, Time: TBA
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UNITED PARISH CONCERT SERIES
Led by John Talbot
St Mary’s Church Leigh Woods
Cabot Brass ensemble
A member of this young professional group is Tim Shevlin, whom many will remember for his playing at Remembrance Day services
Other concerts in the pipeline include a Parish Concert on 18 October (do you know what talents we have hidden around here?) and a performance at Holy Trinity by the Waites of Gloucester, a highly accomplished and entertaining group modelled on the band of musicians run by the City of Gloucester in the 14th and 15th centuries, aka Her Majestie’s Pleasure. More details in September Link.
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Sunday October 5, 12.00 for 12.30
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HARVEST SUPPER? NO - HARVEST LUNCH !
SHARED HARVEST LUNCH following the morning service at Holy Trinity.
Venue: Abbots Leigh Village Hall
Tickets are FREE (donation for Kitgum requested) - but limited to 80.
Details in September Link.
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Throughout the year
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Courses and retreats for all
Right on our doorstep is one of the UK's most dynamic centres of Christian Spirituality. The Roman Catholic Sisters welcome all who wish to attend courses, regardless of their faith. Do go to their site to review their huge range of courses and retreats right up until March 2009. www.emmaushouse.org.uk
1 day to 4 day courses
Venue: Emmaus House, Clifton
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