Worship Services This Sunday
St Andrew’s, Dean Court
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader & Preacher: Jonathan Widdess
St Michael’s, Cumnor
8am Holy Communion
Leader & Preacher: Jessica Turner
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader: Jessica Turner
Preacher: Chris Scruby
St Mary’s, Farmoor
No Service
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.
Wayside Nativity
Michael Payne
Mike’s funeral is at 2:30pm on Friday 20th January in St Michael’s. Please join me in praying for Vivi and the family at this difficult time.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
On Sunday 22nd January, we have no 10:30am Services at St Andrew’s and St Michael’s as we will be joining together with other churches in Botley and Cumnor at 11am for a united service to mark the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. This year we’re being hosted by Botley Baptist Church in their new building next door to the library at West Way Square, Botley.
There will be an 8am Holy Communion in St Michael’s that morning.
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, and we expect that the energy price rises will hit the church hard. While we know things will be 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/
The Coffee Pot
Future Plans
During the next few months, which often bring the worst of the winter weather, and when heating our homes has never been more expensive, The Coffee Pot will be providing a warm and welcoming space for all. To this end I bring you good news about our future plans which are that we reopen on Thursday, 12 January, 10.30-12.00 and thereafter weekly. As from 19 January, we are extending our hours closing at 1.30pm. 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. Also on 19 January, Steve Jones from Sustainable Botley Energy will be with us to say a few words about how we can better manage our energy use and so reduce our bills, surely of interest to everyone, and he will be on hand to answer any questions. So, lots going on. Come and join us. Angela Sheppard.
Memories Café
Memories Café meets once a fortnight in Cumnor Cricket Club. Our next meeting is Tuesday 17th January 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.
Future dates: 31st January, 14th February, 28th February.
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 new 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 February, 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: ajdyer47@hotmail.com
Bellringing
The Bellringers practice on Wednesday evenings from 7:30-9pm. Please contact Jenny Dyer for more details. Tel: 01865 862042 e-mail: jadyer55@hotmail.com. 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
Collect
Eternal Father,
who at the baptism of Jesus
revealed him to be your Son,
anointing him with the Holy Spirit:
grant to us, who are born again by water and the Spirit,
that we may be faithful to our calling as your adopted children;
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 January
Sunday 8th January
St Andrew’s, Dean Court
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader & Preacher: Jonathan Widdess
St Michael’s, Cumnor
8am Holy Communion
Leader & Preacher: Jessica Turner
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader: Jessica Turner
Preacher: Chris Scruby
St Mary’s, Farmoor
No Service
Sunday 15th January
St Andrew’s, Dean Court
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader & Preacher: Jessica Turner
St Michael’s, Cumnor
10:30am Holy Communion
Leader & Preacher: Jonathan Widdess
St Mary’s, Farmoor
No Service
Sunday 22nd January
St Andrew’s, Dean Court
11am Joint Service for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity at Botley Baptist Church
St Michael’s, Cumnor
8am Holy Communion
Leader & Preacher: Jonathan Widdess
11am Joint Service for Week of Prayer for Christian Unity at Botley Baptist Church
St Mary’s, Farmoor
3:30pm Hymns & Cake
Leader: Jessica Turner
Sunday 29th January
St Andrew’s, Dean Court
10:30am Morning Worship
Leader: David Wenham
Preacher: Chris Scruby
St Michael’s, Cumnor
10:30am Big Story Sunday
Leader: Jonathan Widdess
St Mary’s, Farmoor
No Service
Please Pray For…
- Vivi Payne and family as they mourn for Mike.
- Esme Wyatt and family as they mourn for Tony.
- 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 / vicar@cumnor.org
The Vicarage,
1, Abingdon Road
Cumnor
OX29QN
Kate Elliott
Safeguarding Officer
07782 350491 / KateE@cumnor.org