This Week

Worship Services

This Sunday (26th February)

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Morning Worship
Leader: David Wenham
Preacher: Chris Scruby

St Michael’s, Cumnor

8am Holy Communion (1662)
Leader and preacher: Jonathan Widdess

10:30am Big Story Sunday
Leader: Jonathan Widdess

St Mary’s, Farmoor

3:30pm Hymns and Cake
Leader: Jean Pryce-Williams

We apologise that February’s Hymns and Cake has had to be cancelled owing to illness.

Online Worship

The 10:30am services in St Michael’s are usually live-streamed via our website at: https://cumnor.org/sunday-service-online/

These remain available to watch online afterwards.

Lent Course

For our Lent Course this year we’ll be studying “How To Hear God” by Pete Greig of 24-7 Prayer and The Prayer Course. It’s running on five Mondays in Lent starting on 27th February in St Michael’s Church, 1, Abingdon Road. Each evening kicks off at 7:30pm, and will last until 9pm. Once again this year we will be joined by folks from St Peter’s, Wootton. If you can’t join us in person you can also follow the course online at https://cumnor.org/2023-lent-course/

You can buy a copy of the book online at https://cumnor.org/lentbook/ or from all good Christian booksellers.

All Welcome!

The Passion

Sunday 26th March at 7:30pm, St Michael’s

The life, death and resurrection of Jesus are recreated in this moving, memorable and ultimately joyful retelling of the Easter story by LAMPS Collective.

Told from the perspectives of Peter, Mary Magdalene and a Roman centurion named Marcus, this powerful contemporary drama leads us up to and through the events of Holy Week, to the cross and beyond.

Tickets

Buy tickets online at https://cumnor.org/the-passion/, in person from Cumnor Post Office or ring The Vicarage on 01865 863702. Tickets cost just £10 and the performance lasts 75 minutes followed by light refreshments.

Who is it for?

This event is for adults and older children and would be a wonderful thing to invite your friends, family and neighbours along to. There will be some flyers available in the next few weeks for you to give away.

Praise for The Passion

“A very moving and beautiful portrayal of the most amazing story in history. Phenomenal performers!”

“The story of The Passion as I’d never seen it before. Impacting and memorable”

“The most moving experience I’ve had in this church in 81 years”

“You could hear a pin drop – a hugely talented cast who kept us captivated.”

“Very powerful and very descriptive (really helpful as we’re visually impaired.)”

“Came across as very real – like they’re talking to you!”

“Great performance – simple but profound and beautifully produced.”

“Peter’s expression at the resurrection scene, the angst gone! It was beautiful. And the centurion at the cross, as it went on and on. Superbly done. And the music too. Thank you.”

Who are LAMPS?

LAMPS is a collective of Christian artists that produce fabulous live events and creative resources for the church.

Their aim is to create work that will inspire, challenge, entertain and provoke thought about the nature of God, life and the universe.

LAMPS is an acronym which stands for Love, Action, Music, Poetry and Stories – all things close to their hearts!

Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal

Thanks so much to all who were able to give to the DEC Appeal through the church collection on 12th February. Due to your generosity we were able to send a cheque for £688.18 to the DEC this week! If you missed out please do donate online now if you can. Link here: Donate to the DEC Turkey-Syria Earthquake Appeal

Giving

“Remember this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

As you may be aware, our Parish finances are at a low ebb. While we know things are difficult for many this winter, we really do need your support. If everyone could give just a little extra every week it would make all the difference.

All your donations to the parish support the church’s ministry, and our mission to reach the wider community with the good news of Jesus.

Apart from the weekly collection, you can also give online. Alternatively, giving regularly by Direct Debit via the Parish Giving Scheme is a brilliant option.

For more information or to give online please visit: https://cumnor.org/giving/

St Andrew’s Bookshop, Witney – Help Needed

St Andrews Bookshop needs your help!

They are looking for people to join their team of volunteers.

After over 20 years of loyal service, David Hambleton is moving on to The Bodleian Library and they need people to fill the gap created.

If would you like to explore joining their team of volunteers or in a part-time role then please email Lynda at [email protected]

Help to serve the Church in Oxfordshire in this frontline Christian ministry!

The Coffee Pot

The Coffee Pot aims to provide a warm and welcoming space for all and is now open each Thursday until 1.30pm providing light lunches. So, from 10.30-12.00 hot drinks and cake will be on the menu and from 12.00-1.30 we will be offering a variety of cup soups, rolls and crumpets which we hope will keep everyone warm and fed. Come and join us. Angela Sheppard.

Memories Café

Memories Café meets once a fortnight in Cumnor Cricket Club. Our next meeting is Tuesday 28th February 2:30pm until 4pm.

We are a lively bunch who just like to chat, sharing memories, over a cup of tea and cake. We would love to see you. If you would like to know more please contact Jan Harris on 01865 864169.

Toddler Groups

St Michael’s Toddler Group

The St Michael’s Toddler group meets on Wednesday mornings in the Parish Centre, 1 Abingdon Road. Each session costs just £1 and runs from 9am-11am during term times. The group is open to everyone.

For more details please contact Dianne Taylor (01865 862165) or Angela Evans (01865 864397).

St Andrew’s Toddler Group

The St Andrew’s Toddler group meets on Friday mornings in St Andrew’s Church, Orchard Road. Each session has a suggested donation of just £1 and runs from 9:30am-11am during term times. The group is open to everyone.

For more details please contact Sue on 01865 864991

Taizé Worship

The next Taizé service will be held in St Michael’s on Sunday 5th March, at 4:30pm.

Online Taizé services can be found at https://cumnor.org/taize/

Choir Practice

St Michael’s Choir hold their practice in Church on Friday evenings at 6:30pm. New members are always welcome. Please contact Andrew Dyer for more details. Tel: 01865 862042 e-mail: [email protected]

Bellringing

The Bellringers practice on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9pm. Please contact Jenny Dyer for more details. Tel: 01865 862042 e-mail: [email protected]. Their website is at https://cumnorbellringers.uk

Make a Difference in Ukraine

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If you would like to use the church for prayer and reflection, a dedicated area remains available in St Michael’s.

You can find information on Hosting refugees, Supporting refugees, Why we should help, and some Prayers & liturgy on the Oxford Diocese Website.

https://www.oxford.anglican.org/make-a-difference-in-ukraine.php

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Bible Readings

Psalm 32:1-2

Matthew 18:15-35

Collects

Almighty God,
whose Son Jesus Christ fasted forty days in the wilderness,
and was tempted as we are, yet without sin:
give us grace to discipline ourselves in obedience to your Spirit;
and, as you know our weakness,
so may we know your power to save;
through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord,
who is alive and reigns with you,
in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.

Amen

Worship Services in February

Sunday 26th February

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Morning Worship
Leader: David Wenham
Preacher: Chris Scruby

St Michael’s, Cumnor

8am Holy Communion (1662)
Leader and preacher: Jonathan Widdess

10:30am Big Story Sunday
Leader: Jonathan Widdess

St Mary’s, Farmoor

3:30pm Hymns and Cake
Leader: Jean Pryce-Williams

Worship Services in March

Sunday 5th March

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Morning Worship

Leader and Preacher: Jonathan Widdess

St Michael’s, Cumnor

10:30am Holy Communion

Leader and Preacher: Jean Pryce-Williams

St Mary’s, Farmoor

No Service

Sunday 12th March

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Holy Communion

Leader: David Wenham

Preacher: Jessica Turner

St Michael’s, Cumnor

8am Holy Communion (1662)

Leader and Preacher: Jessica Turner

10:30am Morning Worship

Leader and Preacher: Jonathan Widdess

St Mary’s, Farmoor

No Service

Sunday 19th March – Mothering Sunday

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Family Service

Leader: David Wenham

Preacher: Eve Lockett

St Michael’s, Cumnor

10:30am Morning Worship

Leader and Preacher: Jonathan Widdess

St Mary’s, Farmoor

No Service

Sunday 26th March

St Andrew’s, Dean Court

10:30am Morning Worship

Leader and Preacher: David Wenham

St Michael’s, Cumnor

8am Holy Communion (1662)

Leader and Preacher: Jonathan Widdess

10:30am Big Story Sunday

Leader: Jonathan Widdess

7:30pm The Passion

St Mary’s, Farmoor

3:30pm Hymns and Cake

Leader: Jessica Turner

Please Pray For…

  • Please keep praying for the staff and pupils at Cumnor C.E. School, and for Voirrey and the governors on the selection panel as the process of recruiting a new Headteacher gets under way.
  • The families of James Hamilton and Henry Prince as they mourn.
  • The ongoing LLF process, for the Bishops, for church unity, for our shared witness as the Church of England, and for the wider unity and witness of the Anglican Communion at this time.
  • The PCC Meeting on Wednesday evening at 7:30pm.
  • More new people to find a living faith in Jesus and join us in church.
  • The conflict in the Ukraine.
  • Everyone who leads worship, preaches or teaches in our parish.

Contacts

Jonathan Widdess

Vicar

01865 863702 / [email protected]

The Vicarage,
1, Abingdon Road
Cumnor
OX29QN

Kate Elliott

Safeguarding Officer

07782 350491 / [email protected]