Ecclesfield Church Bell Ringers cordially invite you to a Service of Dedication for the
newly augmented bells in church on Saturday 11th February at 4pm followed by
refreshments and open ringing by visiting bell ringers. This is a historical event which has
only been achieved by the generosity, inspiration and hard work of many people. Thank
you so much.
The ringers are hoping to welcome over 200 people to the service of dedication and would be
extremely grateful of donations of cakes for refreshments after the service. Any offers of help
contact Jennifer Armeson on 07944195906.
The choir
Would you like to join our church choir to ensure its continuance as an aid to worship?
We are small friendly group who work hard to assist in the singing of the hymns whether
group or organ led.
We also sing at many weddings (for which we receive a small fee) and visiting clergy and
wedding guests have been most kind in praising our efforts.
Not all members can read music but we help one another and some guidance is available to
anyone wanting help. Reading music is an asset but by no means essential.
Medics treating breathing disorders and asthma often recommend joining a choir to assist
their patients to increase lung capacity.
This is just one hidden benefit, the friendship and fellowship is probably the most rewarding.
Come along, give it a whirl.
We meet in church most Fridays at 7.30pm until about 9.00pm.
Church Calendar
There will no longer be an amendable Church calendar in the porch. If you would like to
book an event in Church then please speak to (or email) the Vicar or Jean in the Parish
Office. Each week a calendar of events will be posted in the porch but please do not add to
this. The calendar can be viewed on the Church website at http://www.stmarysecclesfield.
com/Diary_for_Month.html
St. Mary's School, Bangalore.
We are off to India on the 20th February, so if you have a penny jar, we would be very
grateful if you could let us have it in the next few weeks. Thank you for your continued
support. Heather & Pam.
Church Cleaning
Money is now due. If you feel able to contribute please give your £15 to a Churchwarden.
Ecclesfield Open Gardens
There will be a meeting on 9th February at 6.30pm in church for all those who are interested
in opening their gardens to visitors on the weekend of June 9th and 10th 2012. This event is
being planned to raise money for the church and anyone who is interested but unsure is
welcome to come along to hear more of what being involved will mean.
Sunday School/Club
Are you interested in helping out at the Sunday Club? We desperately need volunteers to
help provide this vital ministry to our children. If you’re interested then please speak to the
Vicar.
The Children's Society — Collection Boxes.
We will be collecting the Children's Society Boxes during the next few months. We have
found that we are paying money in all through the year now which is much better as the
Society needs your money all the time. For 2011 the grand total was £1325.69 this includes
the Christingle Service which is a wonderful effort from everyone, Thank You! If you haven't
a collecting box but would like one, just ASK!
It does help if you can bring your box to church for us.
Love from - Pat Blackburn and Betty Mitchell
Are you interested in helping with our children’s work?
As part of our new work with children and young people we’re looking for people who
might be able to help with an After School Club and a Young People’s Group. We’re not
looking for people to plan and run sessions, but simply to be there in a supportive role for the
children and young people. If you’re interested then please speak to the Vicar.
Children’s Corner
You may have noticed that a sign has been placed in the Children’s Corner reminding
parents and carers of the initial purpose of this area. The play area is designed for Pre-school
children who are accompanied in this area by parents or carers. We would ask that school
age children sit with parents or carers in the main body of the Church. During term time we
are intending to run the Sunday Club 3 out of 4 Sundays in the month.
Mothers’ Union.
newly augmented bells in church on Saturday 11th February at 4pm followed by
refreshments and open ringing by visiting bell ringers. This is a historical event which has
only been achieved by the generosity, inspiration and hard work of many people. Thank
you so much.
The ringers are hoping to welcome over 200 people to the service of dedication and would be
extremely grateful of donations of cakes for refreshments after the service. Any offers of help
contact Jennifer Armeson on 07944195906.
The choir
Would you like to join our church choir to ensure its continuance as an aid to worship?
We are small friendly group who work hard to assist in the singing of the hymns whether
group or organ led.
We also sing at many weddings (for which we receive a small fee) and visiting clergy and
wedding guests have been most kind in praising our efforts.
Not all members can read music but we help one another and some guidance is available to
anyone wanting help. Reading music is an asset but by no means essential.
Medics treating breathing disorders and asthma often recommend joining a choir to assist
their patients to increase lung capacity.
This is just one hidden benefit, the friendship and fellowship is probably the most rewarding.
Come along, give it a whirl.
We meet in church most Fridays at 7.30pm until about 9.00pm.
Church Calendar
There will no longer be an amendable Church calendar in the porch. If you would like to
book an event in Church then please speak to (or email) the Vicar or Jean in the Parish
Office. Each week a calendar of events will be posted in the porch but please do not add to
this. The calendar can be viewed on the Church website at http://www.stmarysecclesfield.
com/Diary_for_Month.html
St. Mary's School, Bangalore.
We are off to India on the 20th February, so if you have a penny jar, we would be very
grateful if you could let us have it in the next few weeks. Thank you for your continued
support. Heather & Pam.
Church Cleaning
Money is now due. If you feel able to contribute please give your £15 to a Churchwarden.
Ecclesfield Open Gardens
There will be a meeting on 9th February at 6.30pm in church for all those who are interested
in opening their gardens to visitors on the weekend of June 9th and 10th 2012. This event is
being planned to raise money for the church and anyone who is interested but unsure is
welcome to come along to hear more of what being involved will mean.
Sunday School/Club
Are you interested in helping out at the Sunday Club? We desperately need volunteers to
help provide this vital ministry to our children. If you’re interested then please speak to the
Vicar.
The Children's Society — Collection Boxes.
We will be collecting the Children's Society Boxes during the next few months. We have
found that we are paying money in all through the year now which is much better as the
Society needs your money all the time. For 2011 the grand total was £1325.69 this includes
the Christingle Service which is a wonderful effort from everyone, Thank You! If you haven't
a collecting box but would like one, just ASK!
It does help if you can bring your box to church for us.
Love from - Pat Blackburn and Betty Mitchell
Are you interested in helping with our children’s work?
As part of our new work with children and young people we’re looking for people who
might be able to help with an After School Club and a Young People’s Group. We’re not
looking for people to plan and run sessions, but simply to be there in a supportive role for the
children and young people. If you’re interested then please speak to the Vicar.
Children’s Corner
You may have noticed that a sign has been placed in the Children’s Corner reminding
parents and carers of the initial purpose of this area. The play area is designed for Pre-school
children who are accompanied in this area by parents or carers. We would ask that school
age children sit with parents or carers in the main body of the Church. During term time we
are intending to run the Sunday Club 3 out of 4 Sundays in the month.
Mothers’ Union.
- Annual Subs now due £14.50. Please let Stephanie Hartshorne have the money as soon
as possible. - Wednesday 22nd February 7.30 pm meeting at Jenny Cooper's home: 90 Greaves Rd:
Speaker: Norma Priest. Anyone interested in MU is most welcome. For more
information please call Maureen Lambert. Tel 2469690 - MU AGM to be held in Llandudno on 16.06.12 Saturday - tickets available from
February. Please note that at the February meeting subs are due at £14.50. - Cathedral Coffee Morning 3rd February 10.00am to 12.00 noon first Friday of every
month.
| The Weekly Notices Page We welcome all who are baptised to share in the bread and the wine. |
Gift Aid Envelopes
If you are a tax payer you can increase your gift to the church by 28p in the pound by
putting your collection in the white gift aid envelopes. Please do this whenever possible, not
forgetting to fill in your name, address and to sign it. The details you provide are completely
confidential and will not be used for any other contact.
Wanted Church Sitters
One of the things which people appreciated during the Mission was that we managed to
keep the church open most of the day during the week. Although the church is now open on
a regular basis, thanks to all those who already sit. We would very much like to try and
open for longer each day. We are hoping to fill some of the spaces on the existing rota.
We Need Your Help
If you can help, please see Katharine or contact her on 2864332.
If you are a tax payer you can increase your gift to the church by 28p in the pound by
putting your collection in the white gift aid envelopes. Please do this whenever possible, not
forgetting to fill in your name, address and to sign it. The details you provide are completely
confidential and will not be used for any other contact.
Wanted Church Sitters
One of the things which people appreciated during the Mission was that we managed to
keep the church open most of the day during the week. Although the church is now open on
a regular basis, thanks to all those who already sit. We would very much like to try and
open for longer each day. We are hoping to fill some of the spaces on the existing rota.
We Need Your Help
If you can help, please see Katharine or contact her on 2864332.
| Baptisms Enquiries should be made to the Vicar: Revd. Daniel Hartley Telephone: Sheffield (0114) 257 0002 Applications for Banns of Marriage and Weddings: Enquiries should be made to the Vicar:- The Revd. Daniel Hartley by email – If you do not use email then please telephone on (0114) 257 0002 Office Opening Hours Tuesday & Wednesday 9.30 am to 11.30 am Thursday 9.00 am to 12.00 noon. Telephone (0114) 245 0106 Please can you have any work to be done in the office at least two days before required. Email the Office Parish Magazine Items for the Parish Magazine can now be sent to the editor by E-mail. Email the Parish Magazine Please report any errors or omissions using this e-mail link: |
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| Prayer of Preparation As you prepare for worship you might like to reflect on these words. |
| Lord, you have made us stewards Entrusted us with the wonders of your creation. Help us Instil within our minds a reverence for every living thing. Lest in the hardness of our hearts we lose our reverence for life itself. Amen |
Morning Prayer – Monday, Wednesday-Friday at 8.15 am
Holy Communion - Thursdays at 9.30 am
Holy Communion - Thursdays at 9.30 am
| Service times for February 5th — 3rd Sunday before Lent |
This Week
Monday 6th
Tuesday 7th
Thursday 9th
Friday 10th
Saturday 11th
Sunday 12th
Monday 6th
Tuesday 7th
Thursday 9th
Friday 10th
Saturday 11th
Sunday 12th
2.00 pm 7.30 pm 10.00 am 10.30 am 7.30 pm 9.30 am 2.00 pm 6.30 pm 7.30 pm 7.30 pm 10.00 am 7.30 pm 4.00 pm 8.00 am 10.00 pm 6.30 pm |
Worship Team
PCC Meeting in Church
to 12.30 pm Coffee shop in Church
Service at Eva Ratcliffe
Baptism Preparation
Holy Communion
Service at Hartwell House
Open Gardens Planning
Ladies' Group
Music Group Practice
to 12.30 pm Coffee shop in Church
Choir Practice
Bell Dedication Service
2nd Sunday before Lent
Holy Communion
Parish Communion
Holy Communion
| Services during the week |
Daniel Hartley
Norma Priest
Isaiah 40: 21-31 Mark 1: 29-39
O&N: 202; 637; 175; 701
Norma Priest
Isaiah 40: 21-31 Mark 1: 29-39
O&N: 202; 637; 175; 701
10.00 am - Parish Communion with Sunday Club
Leader:
Preacher:
Reading:
Hymns:
Preacher:
Reading:
Hymns:
Daniel Hartley
Welcome to the families of: -
Mitchell Guest, Freya Guest, Alicia Guest, Harry Reeve and Neveah
Fletcher.
Welcome to the families of: -
Mitchell Guest, Freya Guest, Alicia Guest, Harry Reeve and Neveah
Fletcher.
12.00 pm - Baptism Service
Pat Clarke
Stephanie Dale
Numbers 13:1-2, 27-33 Philippians 2:12-28
HON: 344, 751, 205, 60, 238
Stephanie Dale
Numbers 13:1-2, 27-33 Philippians 2:12-28
HON: 344, 751, 205, 60, 238
6.30 pm - Evening Service
President:
Preacher:
Reading:
Hymns:
Preacher:
Reading:
Hymns:
Leader: