News and Events
Parish Notices - Week beginning Sunday 22nd August 2010
The Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity
We are sorry to announce the death of David Stainsby, a long standing member of St Peter’s congregation. David, along with his late wife Veronica, was much loved by everyone. David took on the role of Master of the Ringers, a position that he held for a great many years, but more recently moved to be closer to his family in Lincolnshire. His funeral will be held at St Peter’s on Thursday 9th September, 11.30am. All who knew David are welcome to attend.
Please note that because of this, the service of Holy Communion at St Peter’s that day will be at 10.30am.
St Peter’s Church Choir will be in residence at Winchester Cathedral, Monday 30th August – Sunday 5th September. All supporters will be very welcome. For more information about the trip, please speak to Keith Charter.
St Mary’s Cleaning Morning, Saturday 4th September
9.30 am - 1.30 pm
A good turnout is urged for this cleaning morning, so that we can prepare St Mary’s for several important events in September and October, beginning with the Heritage Open Day on 11th September. No previous experience necessary - and you might even find that being part of a cleaning team can be a surprisingly satisfying experience!
The second Thursday group which is held at the Mitchell’s will take place on 8th September, 7.30pm, 23 Park Valley. The group has chosen to look at the first 3 chapters of Genesis and the theme of Creation and Fall. Reading these chapters in advance may be helpful but not a requirement. Do come anyway.
Heritage Open Days are taking place on Friday 10th (St Peter’s) and Saturday 11th September (St Peter’s & St Mary’s). Visitors will be able to climb the tower at St Mary’s (for a small fee). Volunteers for both days would be greatly appreciated – please speak to Alastair MacIntosh or Yvonne Harriss. If you are able to welcome visitors, give a simple tour of either church, or serve refreshments, please get in touch.
The St Peter’s Church Coffee Room will be open on the Saturday, 10.30am-2.00pm. If you are able to support this in any way, please speak to June Lord.
Temporary help with accommodation needed
The parish house (John Perkins House) at All Saints is about to be refurbished, and we are looking for temporary accommodation for Onesime, probably for about 4 - 6 weeks. If you think you can help with this, for part or all of this period, please contact the parish office, or Christopher Harrison, urgently. We can come to some arrangement if necessary regarding his living costs.
Please note that the Nottingham Marathon will be taking place in on Sunday 12th September. A little extra time may be needed to get to church that day!
‘Pause to Reflect’
Four sessions on prayer and spirituality at All Saints’ church
The Reverend Norman Todd, supported by Richard Evans, will be leading four sessions which introduce a method of prayer which starts by ‘relaxing the body, mind and spirit’. These will take place at All Saints’ Church on Monday evenings, 13th, 20th and 27th September, and 4th October at 7.30pm. Norman has had huge experience of teaching in the field of prayer and spirituality, and this is a splendid opportunity to learn from his wisdom. All are welcome to attend, but it would be helpful if you could let the office know in advance (contact details below) if you plan to do so.
Joan Cooke, a regular member of St Peter’s congregation, has moved to Southwell Court Care Home (Room 43, Racecourse Road, NG25 0TX).
Dates for the diary…
• Saturday 25th September – Friends of Southwell Minster visit St Mary’s and St Peter’s; beginning at St Mary’s at 2.00pm and ending with Choral Evensong at St Peter’s at 5.00pm.
• Saturday 16th October Friends of Little St Mary’s Cambridge visit St Mary’s from 4.00pm.
• Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st November – Inauguration of the St Peter’s Organ: Choral Evensong at 3.00pm on Saturday, with Bishop Paul; Inaugural Recital at 3.00pm on Sunday, with David Briggs. Tickets for this concert are now on sale from the Parish Office.