Weekly Pewsheet
#140
St Andrew Whissendine
Service Details and Notices
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The First Sunday of Advent Andrew the Apostle Sunday 27 November 2016 Services in the Team today: Oakham
8:00am Holy Communion (CW Trad) 10:30am Parish Communion* 6:00pm ADVENT CAROL SERVICE
Whissendine
11:00am Patronal Communion*
Teigh
9:00am Holy Communion (BCP)
Ashwell
11:00am Holy Communion*
Market Overton Langham Braunston Brooke Hambleton Egleton
9:00am Holy Communion* 11:00am Holy Communion* No service 8:00am Holy Communion*
9:15am Holy Communion (CW Trad) No service
If you are new to this church or visiting, please make yourself known to the clergy or churchwardens If you wish to receive Holy Communion in your pew, or would like a large print version of this Pewsheet, please ask a sidesman
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Oakham Team Clergy Revd Canon Lee Francis-Dehqani Team Rector (Oakham) 01572 722108 lee@oakhamteam.org.uk Revd Janet Tebby Team Vicar (Whissendine, Teigh, Ashwell, Market Overton) 01664 474096 janet@oakhamteam.org.uk Revd Canon Julie Hutchinson Team Vicar (Langham, Braunston, Brooke, Hambleton & Egleton) 01572 868816 julie@oakhamteam.org.uk Revd Owen Williams Curate 01572 495070 owen@oakhamteam.org.uk
Lay Ministers Mr Michael Hinman Reader – 01572 722061 michael@oakhamteam.org.uk Mr Phillip Hutchinson Reader – 01572 868816 phillip@oakhamteam.org.uk Mr David Pattinson Reader – 01572 723884 david@oakhamteam.org.uk Mrs Robin Robson Reader – 01572 757404 robin@oakhamteam.org.uk Mr Alan Rudge Reader – 01572 755570 alan@oakhamteam.org.uk Mr Vyv Wainwright Reader – 01572 759157 vyv@oakhamteam.org.uk Mrs Jenni Duffy Parish Evangelist – 01572 720064 jenni@oakhamteam.org.uk Mrs Gail Rudge Parish Evangelist – 01572 755570 gail@oakhamteam.org.uk Mrs Madeleine Morris Pastoral Assistant – 01572 868418 madeleine@oakhamteam.org.uk
Director of Music Mr Kevin Slingsby – 01572 898242 kevin@oakhamteam.org.uk
Oakham Team Office Mrs Janine Weaver Team Administrator – 01572 724007 office@oakhamteam.org.uk The Team Office is staffed on Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 9am- 1pm, Thursdays 11am-3pm and Fridays by email. Notices or reports for inclusion in the pew sheet and website should be sent to notices@oakhamteam.org.uk or delivered to the office by Wednesday at 11 am.
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First Sunday of Advent Collect Almighty God, give us grace to cast away the works of darkness and to put on the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life, in which your Son Jesus Christ came to us in great humility; that on the last day, when he shall come again in his glorious majesty to judge the living and the dead, we may rise to the life immortal; through him who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
First Reading – Isaiah 2.1-5 The word that Isaiah son of Amoz saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem. In days to come the mountain of the LORD’s house shall be established as the highest of the mountains, and shall be raised above the hills; all the nations shall stream to it. Many peoples shall come and say, ‘Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob; that he may teach us his ways and that we may walk in his paths.’ For out of Zion shall go forth instruction, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. He shall judge between the nations, and shall arbitrate for many peoples; they shall beat their swords into ploughshares, and their spears into pruning-hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. O house of Jacob, come, let us walk in the light of the LORD!
Second Reading – Romans 13.11-14* Brothers and sisters, you know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers; the night is far gone, the day is near. Let us then lay aside the works of darkness and put on the armour of light; let us live honourably as in the day, not in revelling and drunkenness, not in debauchery and licentiousness, not in quarrelling and jealousy. Instead, put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh, to gratify its desires.
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Gospel – Matthew 24.36-44 Jesus spoke to his disciples: ‘About that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark, and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man. Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left. Two women will be grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left. Keep awake, therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. But understand this: if the owner of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour.’
Post Communion Prayer O Lord our God, make us watchful and keep us faithful as we await the coming of your Son our Lord; that, when he shall appear, he may not find us sleeping in sin but active in his service and joyful in his praise; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Andrew the Apostle Collect Almighty God, who gave such grace to your apostle Saint Andrew that he readily obeyed the call of your Son Jesus Christ and brought his brother with him: call us by your holy word, and give us grace to follow you without delay and to tell the good news of your kingdom; 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.
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First Reading – Isaiah 52.7-10 How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings good news, who announces salvation, who says to Zion, ‘Your God reigns.’ Listen! Your sentinels lift up their voices, together they sing for joy; for in plain sight they see the return of the LORD to Zion. Break forth together into singing, you ruins of Jerusalem; for the LORD has comforted his people, he has redeemed Jerusalem. The LORD has bared his holy arm before the eyes of all the nations; and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of our God.
Second Reading – Romans 10.12-18 There is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all and is generous to all who call on him. For, ‘Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.’ But how are they to call on one in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone to proclaim him? And how are they to proclaim him unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!’ But not all have obeyed the good news; for Isaiah says, ‘Lord, who has believed our message?’ So faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ. But I ask, have they not heard? Indeed they have; for ‘Their voice has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the ends of the world.’
Gospel – Matthew 4.18-22 As he walked by the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the lake – for they were fishermen. And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fish for people.’ Immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went from there, he saw two other brothers, James son of Zebedee and his brother John, in the boat with their father Zebedee, mending their nets, and he called them. Immediately they left the boat and their father, and followed him.
Post Communion Prayer Almighty God, who on the day of Pentecost sent your Holy Spirit to the apostles with the wind from heaven and in tongues of flame, filling them with joy and boldness to preach the gospel: by the power of the same Spirit strengthen us to witness to your truth and to draw everyone to the fire of your love; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Final Hymn 1. O bless the God of Israel who comes to set us free; who visits and redeems us, with love for all to see. The prophets spoke of mercy, of rescue and release: God shall fulfil his promise and bring our people peace.
2. He comes! the Child of David, the Son whom God has given; he comes to live among us and raise us up to heaven: before him goes his servant – forerunner in the way, the prophet of salvation, the herald of the Day.
3. Where once were fear and darkness, the sun begins to rise – the dawning of forgiveness upon the sinner's eyes. He guides the feet of pilgrims along the paths of peace: O bless our God and Saviour, with songs that never cease! Words: from Benedictus (Luke 1), Michael Perry (b 1942) Music: Morning Light, G J Webb (1803-1887) – HTC 535 © Michael Perry (Hymns for Today’s Church 599)
Today 11:00am – PATRONAL COMMUNION St Andrew Whissendine 6:00pm – ADVENT CAROL SERVICE All Saints Oakham Come and join us for this special celebration of the start of Advent. This will be the only Team evening service of the day, but there will be normal morning services. 7:30pm – BRAUNSTON BLOKES CLUB All Saints Braunston This months special festive BBC evening is an invitation to all ladies and
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gentlemen to a demonstration and explanation of the art of bell ringing plus an opportunity to ‘have a go’ if you wish (non obligatory) under expert supervision. Richard Beadman, the All Saints Bell Tower Captain will lead the event. The Braunston Bell ringers are on the look out for new ringers so this is a great opportunity to try your hand and who knows where it could lead! After the Bell Ringing we will decant to the Blue Ball for a convivial drink and the option to sample some other ‘Bells’. Meet inside Church at the Tower at 7.30pm -come well wrapped up as the tower can be chilly even with the heating on. For more info contact Rob Anderson on 01572 774388, or if you
are interested in learning to Bell Ring and can’t make the evening contact Richard Beadman directly on 01572 723382
This Week MONDAY 28 NOVEMBER 7:30pm –LICENSING SERVICE Venerable Bede, Benwell Grove, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8AQ Revd Dr Dominic Coad would be pleased to see as many as possible from Oakham at his licensing as Team Vicar. Please see details below regarding travel.
WEDNESDAY 30 NOVEMBER 1:30pm – MUSIC AT LUNCHTIME All Saints Oakham Julia Yan violin Paganini Caprice No 14 in E flat major Vivaldi Autumn (The Four Seasons)
THURSDAY 1 DECEMBER 10:00am -12:00pm – OPEN HOUSE Home of Gill & Stan Bruce, 19 Ashwell Road, Oakham All are welcome to call in for tea or coffee and a friendly chat. 7:30pm – NSPCC CHRISTMAS CONCERT – All Saints Oakham Doors open at 6:45pm. Tickets £15 from Cavells, Mill Street, Oakham.. 7:30pm – RUTLAND THEOLOGICAL SOCIETY Oakham Methodist Church Revd Dr Peter C Jupp: He descended into hell. Peter is a
United Reformed Church Minister and currently an Honorary Fellow in the School of Divinity, Edinburgh University. The history of death is his special interest, particularly cremation. Co-founding editor of the quarterly journal Mortality, his co-edited books include Death in England: an illustrated history (1999) and Death our Future (2008). He is the author of From dust to ashes: Cremation and the British way of death (2006). Death in modern Scotland and Cremation in modern Scotland are published this year. Christ's descent into Hell: According to the Apostles Creed, 'he [Christ] descended into hell'. This talk investigates the New Testament origins of this statement of Christian belief, with special reference to 1 Peter. It examines expressions of this doctrine at selected periods of Christian history. Thirdly, it considers its contemporary relevance and value in the context of a secular society which is fascinated by human mortality.
FRIDAY 2 DECEMBER 10:00am – HOLY COMMUNION (BCP) Oakham School Chapel Please note the change of venue. 7:00pm – CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL GALA EVENING St Peter & St Paul Langham The Christmas Festival opens with a Gala Evening featuring the talented singer Jackie Morrison. This will be a great occasion to enjoy some superb music and meet people from the local businesses and organisation taking part,
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whilst indulging in mulled wine and Christmas canapes. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Tickets £20 from Debbie or Hilary or www.wegottickets.com/event/377893.
All welcome. For details please contact Pam Wells (01572 755532) or Joyce Wells (07779 242745).
SATURDAY 3 DECEMBER 10:00am-1:00pm – CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING 18 Oakham Road, Ashwell Cakes, raffle, Christmas crafts for sale. Refreshments. Supporting St Mary Ashwell and Rutland Foodbank. 7:30pm – CELEBRATING WINTER & ADVENT IN WORDS & MUSIC Oakham Methodist Church The Tudor Choir of Leicester and Cantus Choir, directed by Barry Collett.
SAT-SUN 3-4 DECEMBER 10:00am-6:00pm CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL St Peter & St Paul Langham Visit the brilliant Christmas tree display whilst enjoying performances of live music from a range of contributors. In parallel, there will be a pop-up restaurant and quality gift and craft fair in the Village Hall on both days, and workshops run by the WI on the Sunday, plus children’s craft workshops in the church. More details are available on the website.
SUNDAY 4 DECEMBER 3:00-4:30pm – CHRISTMAS TEA PARTY All Saints Oakham
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Looking Ahead MONDAY 5 DECEMBER 4:00-8:00pm – LATE NIGHT SHOPPING – All Saints Oakham Join us for some mulled wine, and some respite from the rigours of shopping! There will be a gift wrapping service in church for all those presents you’ve just bought! Helpers are needed – please see separate notice.
TUESDAY 6 DECEMBER 12:30pm – LANGHAM LUNCH The Wheatsheaf, Langham A simple two course lunch – all are welcome, especially if you might at home on your own otherwise. Cost £7.50 – please call 01572 869105 to book a place.
WEDNESDAY 7 DECEMBER 1:30pm – MUSIC AT LUNCHTIME All Saints Oakham Rebecca Britton soprano Shakespeare in Love A recital of Shakespeare songs by: Beach, Bernstein, Dring, Maconchy, Porter, Quilter & Sullivan
THURSDAY 8 DECEMBER
10:00am-12:00pm – CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING Rose Cottage, Brooke Coffee and mince pie £2, raffle and lots of things to buy. 12:15-12:45pm – CELTIC MIDDAY PRAYER St Edmund Egleton Come and weave a little silence onto your lips, mind and life, and enjoy a time of prayer and silence. All Welcome. For further details please contact Vyv Wainwright 01572 755752. 2:15pm – OAKHAM & BRAUNSTON MOTHERS’ UNION All Saints Oakham Church Hall Our monthly meeting will begin with a Communion Service in the Hall followed by seasonal Christmas entertainment. All welcome.
FRIDAY 9 DECEMBER 7:30pm – RUTLAND THREE ARTS All Saints Oakham Church Hall The New Orleans Hotspots jazz band. £3 admission charge for non-members.
SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER 2:30-4:00pm – CHRISTINGLE MAKING All Saints Oakham Lots of help is needed to make the Christingles for Sunday’s service. Please come along if you can. 7:30pm – RUTLAND CHORAL SOCIETY All Saints Oakham
A Musicological Christmas Journey, with Christmas music for choir and audience.
SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 4:00pm – CAROL SERVICE St Peter & St Paul Langham We are joined by Langham Baptist Church for our village carol service, with Team Choir Laudamus. 4:00pm – CHRISTINGLE SERVICE All Saints Oakham Everyone is welcome at this special service, when the Church will be transformed by the magical light from all the lighted Christingles. 4:00pm – CHRISTINGLE SERVICE St Mary Ashwell 6:00pm – CAROL SERVICE St Andrew Hambleton
MONDAY 12 DECEMBER 9:30am – OAKHAM COFE SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SERVICE All Saints Oakham 6:00pm – BROOKE HILL SCHOOL CHRISTMAS SERVICE All Saints Oakham
TUESDAY 13 DECEMBER 10:30am – BIBLE STUDY 25 Willow Crescent, Oakham We are still looking at Joshua. Please note the change of start time. New folk are welcome. Contact Catriona Drye (01572 770429).
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WEDNESDAY 14 DECEMBER 6:00pm – CAROL SERVICE St Edmund Egleton
All are welcome for seasonal refreshments afterwards.
TUESDAY 20 DECEMBER
7:30pm – CATMOSE COLLEGE CAROL CONCERT All Saints Oakham
6:30pm – CAROL SERVICE St Peter & St Paul Market Overton With joint choir Laudamus.
THURSDAY 15 DECEMBER
WEDNESDAY 21 DECEMBER
6:00pm – LIVING NATIVITY Holy Trinity Teigh Come dressed in costume to take part in the journey with Mary & Joseph looking for lodging, starting from Holy Trinity.
1:00pm-3:00pm / 7:30pm-9:00pm – ADVENT PRAYER LABYRINTH Stamford Methodist Church An opportunity to prepare prayerfully for the celebration of Christmas at the Advent Prayer Labyrinth. This year, by special request, we are offering a daytime session and an evening session. Bring a friend or two, there will be prayer focusses for children too. I look forward to welcoming you there. For further information please contact Rev Andy Fyall : andy.fyall@methodist.org.uk or phone 01780 762282.
SUNDAY 18 DECEMBER 10:30am – SUNDAY SCHOOL NATIVITY All Saints Oakham The Sunday School presents the Nativity Story in words and music, with a reflection from the older group. 10:30am – CHRISTINGLE SERVICE St Peter & St Paul Market Overton 4:00pm – CAROL SERVICE St Mary Ashwell 6:00pm – CAROL SERVICE St Andrew Whissendine With Team Choir Laudamus. 6:00pm – CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT All Saints Braunston 6:00pm – CANDLELIT SERVICE OF LESSONS & CAROLS St Peter Brooke
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THURSDAY 22 DECEMBER 7:30pm – OAKHAM TOWN FESTIVAL OF NINE LESSONS & CAROLS – All Saints Oakham Town and church join together for the traditional carol service, with Team Choir Laudamus.
SATURDAY 7 JANUARY 2:30pm – FRIENDS’ PANTOMIME TRIP – Key Theatre, Peterborough Annual Pantomime Outing to Dick Whittington for all the family with a £5 subsidy for members of ASK, ASH and the Choir. More details on the
poster, or on sign up forms from Robin Robson, Beryl Kirtland (01572 724103) or on the table by the South Door at Oakham, to be returned today.
Please pray for The family and friends of Howard Wainwright, whose funeral took place at Oakham on Friday; The family and friends of Joan Mary Walker, whose funeral took place at Grantham Crematorium on Friday 11 November 2016; The family and friends of Irene Maria Raeder, whose funeral took place on Saturday 19 November 2016; The family & friends of John King, who died recently; For Dominic & Frances, as they settle into their new home, and prepare for their new ministry; For the victims of the recent earthquakes; For America, following the Presidential election; For our Government to have wisdom and courage as they approach the problems and challenges of our exit from Europe; For the refugees that they may find safe refuge and a new life; For the people of Mosul and those trapped by the war in Syria; For all whose lives are torn apart by war and violence; For those trapped under extremist regimes and the hostages held by religious extremists and their families
and friends, especially remembering the Nigerian girls; Victims of religious extremism and persecution especially in Sudan, CAR, Kenya, Syria, Somalia, Eritrea, North Korea, China, India, Northern Nigeria, Iran, Iraq, Egypt, and Pakistan; The Rutland Food Bank; The Drop-in Centre; Justin and John our Archbishops and Donald and John, our Bishops; Lee, Janet, Julie & Owen, our Team Clergy, and all lay members of the Ministry Team; Madeleine McCann and her family and all missing children.
Late Night Shopping
Late night shopping takes place in Oakham on Monday 5 December – as part of what’s going on in the town we will be providing refreshments (mulled wine) in church, and also offering a gift wrapping service. Offers of help are needed for both serving refreshments and gift wrapping, and of course just being around to talk to people. Please speak to Revd Owen Williams if you can help.
Rutland Foodbank Christmas Hampers
Once again, Rutland Foodbank will be giving Christmas Hampers to those in our county who may struggle to buy those small luxuries that make Christmas a celebration. The hampers will include mince pies, Christmas puddings, chocolates and even family games. We are seeking cash
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donations. £15 will sponsor one hamper but any amount is welcome – cheques made payable to 'Rutland Foodbank'. Donations can be made to the Team Office at Oakham, or via team ministers in the villages, by 6 December if possible.
Oakham Mission Giving We are about to decide on the 2016 allocation of Mission Giving money from All Saints Oakham, so if you have a charity that you would like to be considered, please notify Michael Wilson as soon as possible on 01572 720853 or email mwilson@keme.co.uk. We aim to achieve a balance between local, national and international charities.
The Christmas Memory Tree
Remember Someone Special – once again, from early December, there will be a Christmas tree in Braunston churchyard. Paper hearts and pens will be available in the church to decorate, write names or memories of loved ones on. Leave your decorated heart in the basket provided in church together with a £1 and we will laminate the heart and put it on the Christmas Tree. Hearts will be collected and laminated daily up to Christmas. Alternatively put a heart and £1 in an envelope and leave it 52 Church St, Braunston post box to be laminated.
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Christmas Post
After a short break Oakham All Saints Scout Group is back to running the local Oakham only Christmas Post scheme this year. For a small donation for each card (20-30p is our suggested donation but we are flexible and appreciate all the donations we receive) we will hand deliver your cards to addresses in Oakham. We will be in church morning services to collect cards on 4th, 11th & 18th December. We will also be collecting at our meetings on Monday and Thursday at the Scout Hut on Grampian Way. We hope to use the money to fund all sections in terms of badges and activities and to help subsidise camps and visits.
Would You Like To Sing? The choir would welcome some new members – either to join us for the forthcoming carol services, or for the longer term. We are rehearsing now for the Christmas Carol Services. We practice on Tuesday evenings at Whissendine (see inside back cover for details and contact Kevin if you are interested).
All Saints Oakham Flower Guild
All Saints Flower Guild are looking for some new members to help decorate the church at festival times - a willingness to have a go is all you need. Please contact Anna (01572 756845 or anna.oliver@oakhamteam.org.uk).
Dominic’s Licensing
Dominic will be licensed by the Bishop of Newcastle on Monday 28th November at 7:30pm in his new post as Team Vicar in the Benwell & Scotswood Benefice in Newcastle at the Church of the Venerable Bede, Benwell Grove, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE4 8AQ. Some people from Oakham will be travelling to support Dominic.
Readers and Intercessors Would you like to join the team of people who read or lead the intercessions at the 10:30am service at Oakham? It is always good to welcome new faces, and perhaps younger members of the congregation, to the team. Please contact Anne Venning (anne.venning@oakhamteam.org.uk) if you are interested. If you are a member of one of the village churches, then please speak
to the Team Vicars or Churchwardens if you are interested. Training for intercessors is given occasionally, and there is more information on the website at oakhamteam.org.uk/intercessions.
Open House
Would anyone be willing to host an Open House coffee morning next year? We have them once a month and would be pleased to have some new hosts. Normally there are about 10 to 15 people between 10am &12noon. Please contact Beryl Waites (01572 722893 or beryl.waites@oakhamteam.org.uk).
Traidcraft Catalogue I have copies of the Christmas catalogue and will be taking orders up to 11 December. Thank you those who have already placed an order. Denise (722729).
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Regular Groups & Activities CHILDREN’S GROUPS Pram & Toddler Service (age 0-4) Mondays 2:00pm during term-time Oakham Church Tiny Tots (age 0-4). Thursdays 9:45am during term-time. Oakham Church Little Angels (age 0-4) Thursdays 10:30 (term-time) Market Overton Church Sunday School (age 4-11) Sundays 10:30am (except 3rd) Oakham Church Hall Fishes Club (up to age 10) Sundays 11:00am (except 2nd) Whissendine Church ASH (All Saints Hub – aged 12/13) Second/Fourth Sundays 10:30am Oakham School Bowes Room ASK (All Saints Kids – aged 14-16) Second/Fourth Sundays 10:30am Mayhew Room/OS Bowes Room
HOME GROUPS Leader: Catriona Drye (770429) 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 10:30am 25 Willow Crescent, Oakham Leader: Stan Bruce (756656) 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 7:30pm 19 Ashwell Road, Oakham Leader: Patrick Wilson (723288) 2nd & 4th Thursdays 2:30pm 6 Peterborough Avenue, Oakham Leader: Michael Hinman (722061) & Monica Compton (755734) 2nd & 4th Mondays 7:30pm Oakham Leader: Alan & Gail Rudge (755570) Mondays fortnightly 7:30pm 34 Church Street, Braunston Leader: Jo Gluning (767235) & Janet Tebby (01664 474096) Tuesdays fortnightly 2:30pm 20 Berrybushes, Market Overton
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St Andrew’s House Group – Leaders: Revd Chris Bamber (01664 474360), Jane Beynon (474882) & Jeff Eaves (474454). Tuesdays fortnightly 11:00am Whissendine (phone for venue)
CHOIR Laudamus Joint Choir Practice Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm Whissendine Church Langham Choir Practice Tuesdays before 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays 12:00-1:00pm Langham Church Market Overton Choir Practice Tuesdays before 1st, 2nd & 4th Sundays 5:45-6:30pm Market Overton Church
BELL RINGING Oakham Bells Tuesdays 7:30-9:00pm Langham/Braunston/Brooke Bells Wed 7:30pm 30 Nov/7/14 Dec Whissendine Bells as announced
MOTHERS’ UNION Oakham & Braunston 2nd Thursday 2:15pm Oakham Church Hall; Corporate Communion 3rd Wednesday 10:00am Chapel of St John & St Anne
OTHER GROUPS Drop-In Centre Tea, coffee, chat & lunch Wednesdays 10:00am-4:00pm Oakham Congregational Church Oasis Tea, coffee, biscuits and & chat Fridays 10:30-11:30am Oakham Church Mayhew Room Open House Monthly coffee morning in someone’s home – see Diary for details.. Prayer Chain Prayer requests can be made in strictest confidence to Mary Willows (01572 756264) who will then inform the chain.
Services During The Week Monday 28 Nov
08:30 Morning Prayer Oakham
02:00 Pram & Toddler Oakham
Tuesday 29 Nov
08:30 Morning Prayer Oakham 10:00 Holy Communion Oakham
Wednesday 30 Nov
08:30 Morning Prayer Oakham 10:00 Holy Communion J&A
Thursday 1 Dec
09:00 Team Communion Oakham 12:00 Ecumenical Prayer Oakham 09:45 Tiny Tots Oakham 10:30 Little Angels Market Overton
Friday 2 Dec
08:30 Morning Prayer Oakham 10:00 BCP Communion Oakham School Chapel
12:00 CTiO Prayer Mtg Cong Ch 05:30 Meditation J&A
03:00 Funeral of John King Oakham
Services Next Sunday – 4 December (The Second Sunday of Advent) Oakham Whissendine Teigh Market Overton Ashwell Langham Braunston Brooke Hambleton Egleton
08:00 10:30 11:00 09:00 09:00
Holy Communion (CW Trad) 06:00 Parish Communion Holy Communion Matins Holy Communion 04:00 06:00 11:00 Holy Communion 06:00
Evensong
Posada WWR Evensong
09:15 Holy Communion (CW Trad)
Next Sunday’s Readings Second Sunday of Advent: Isaiah 11.1-10; Romans 15.4-13; Matthew 3.1-12 Oakham Evensong: 1 Kings 18.17-39; John 1.19-28
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