Clergy Column
Why do people make a fuss about “Special Days”?
Indeed, what is a “special day” – in your life, the children’s life,
or in church life? – and what makes it special… is it going out for a
meal, having visitors come to see you, doing well at your work, or
receiving a present whether by post or personally?
Jesus was a sociable man, usually having a word of comfort or
practical advice for his friends and those who shared their problems
with him – they may have been disciples or neighbours and meeting Jesus
made the day special… for him as well as them.
Today’s Gospel reading puts it differently: he asks his hearers to
make the meals (even banquets) they laid on open to all – even people
who are those who have had a raw deal in their health or their lives.
He wanted them to be close to him – so he could listen and be a blessing
to them. Think during your prayer time today about those we
support individually or through St Peter’s, and reflect on Jesus’ words:
“You’ll be repaid!”
May Jesus bless you all day by day, as his disciples and as your
caring friend,
Mervyn
Bible reading for Friday 3rd September, 2010
'Why does this fellow talk like that? He's blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone?' Immediately Jesus knew in his spirit that this was what they were thinking in their hearts, and he said to them, 'Why are you thinking these things? Which is easier: to say to the paralytic, 'Your sins are forgiven,' or to say, 'Get up, take your mat and walk'? But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins . . . .' He said to the paralytic, 'I tell you, get up, take your mat and go home.' He got up, took his mat and walked out in full view of them all. This amazed everyone and they praised God, saying, 'We have never seen anything like this!' | Mark 2:7-12 NIV®
Services
Sunday
| Time |
Service Type |
Description |
| 08:00 |
Holy Communion |
A quiet, said service, using traditional language. |
| 10:00 |
Holy Communion |
Our main Sunday service with
choir and organ. Young Church (ages 0 - 12) and Tower Teens
(ages 13 - 18+), run at the same time, and our young people join
the adults during the Communion. It is followed by drinks and
biscuits in Cornerstone. |
| 10:00 |
All Age Worship |
A lively, informal service on the 2nd Sunday of
each month. Music is led by Keynotes, our music group. It
is followed by drinks and home-made cakes in Cornerstone. |
Weekday services
| Day & Time |
Service Type |
Description |
Tuesday
09:00 |
Morning
Prayer |
A Traditional morning Prayer
service |
Thursday
07:30 |
Holy Communion |
A simple said service, followed by a light breakfast
in Cornerstone. |
This site was last updated on
25 August 2010
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Berkshire Youth Choir concert - Sunday 5th September
(time to be confirmed) the Berkshire Youth Choir are holding a tour
reunion concert in St Peter’s. This is the first time the choir have
sung here and it is an evening not to be missed. They have
recently returned from Italy and will be singing the songs they worked
on for this. Tickets available on the door.
Puppets 4 All at St Peter’s – will be holding a
training day in church on Saturday 4th September 10- 4pm. Booking is
required. Please collect a form from the office. Thank you.
First Aid Course – is to run in Cornerstone on
Saturday 9th October. Please fill the form in at the back of the church
if you are interested in attending. There will be a charge of £25 for
your certificate.
Cornerstone - Please note that Cornerstone
will be closed from Monday 2nd August and will re-open on Wednesday the
1st September. The office will be closed from Monday 9th August and will
re-open on Monday 23rd August. The clergy Surgery will run as
normal. Any enquires please call the vicar Tel: 01628 559992
Dates for your Diary
Fete - 18th September more information to follow.
Video - Click on the image below to view the
Introduction to St Peter's video.
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