Weekly Newsletter 6th July

Dear Friends,

Then God looked over all he had made, and he saw that it was very good! (Gen 1:31)

I hope you are enjoying the sunshine at the moment. A little bit of warmth and heat has seemingly made all of nature spring into overdrive. The hay-fever sufferers amongst us are fighting the high pollen counts, and the walkers amongst us are fighting the high stinging nettles! But, truly, summer reminds us of God’s abundance and beauty. So, what could be more beautiful than a whole event dedicated to flowers and art?

THIS WEEKEND - St Mary’s, Aldworth: Flower and Art Festival. Enjoy some stunning floral displays, and beautifully created artwork, all lovingly designed by Aldworth residents and locals. There will be a pop-up cafe of wonderful homemade cakes, teas & coffees and an opportunity to buy some artwork, enjoy the church and all things creative over the two days. Bring a friend and pop along for an hour or two!

Furthermore, we’ve got lots of events coming up for anybody who is creative. I’ll be hosting two sessions at St. Stephen’s soon for anybody who considers themselves even mildly or very creative. These will be a space for us to explore spirituality and creativity together - please see the Inspiration Cafe link below for more details.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend and hope to see you

Love,

Grant

#creativity

SERVICES THIS WEEKend

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Carols @ The Bell Aldworth 5pm!
Dec 13
Carols @ The Bell Aldworth 5pm!

Join us at The Bell Pub in Aldworth at 5pm as we sing some classic Christmas Carols as well as enjoy some refreshments! Everybody welcome for a fun filled afternoon!

10am Communion & Carols @ Basildon
Dec 14
10am Communion & Carols @ Basildon

We gather for a service of prayer, readings, wonderful hymns and communion. We have activities and toys for children and are passionate about seeing all ages and stages engage in worship together. We have gluten free communion wafers available and share in delicious refreshments in the church centre after the service - it’s a great way to chat and catch up with people.

Christingle @ Aldworth
Dec 14
Christingle @ Aldworth

Breakfast & Christingle Service! Food for body, mind and soul ! Join us at 9:30 am for breakfast followed by a short, informal, family friendly Christingle service. A great opportunity to meet friends and share a breakfast of bacon rolls, fresh brewed coffee or tea, fresh fruit, croissants; then worship together.

Upcoming Events

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Post Office @ St Stephen's
Dec 12
Basildon
Basildon
Post Office @ St Stephen's
Basildon
Basildon

Post Office in the church centre at Basildon. Most Post Office services available plus local free range eggs, and books.

Basildon
Basildon
Carols @ The Bell Aldworth 5pm!
Dec 13
Aldworth, christmas, upcoming
Aldworth, christmas, upcoming
Carols @ The Bell Aldworth 5pm!
Aldworth, christmas, upcoming
Aldworth, christmas, upcoming

Join us at The Bell Pub in Aldworth at 5pm as we sing some classic Christmas Carols as well as enjoy some refreshments! Everybody welcome for a fun filled afternoon!

Aldworth, christmas, upcoming
Aldworth, christmas, upcoming
Post Office @ St. Stephen's
Dec 15
Post Office @ St. Stephen's

Post Office operates each Monday 10am - 12noon.

Community Cafe
Dec 15
upcoming, cafe, Basildon
upcoming, cafe, Basildon
Community Cafe
upcoming, cafe, Basildon
upcoming, cafe, Basildon

St. Stephen’s Cafe is open weekly on Monday mornings. It runs alongside the community post office at St. Stephen’s church. Various groups help to run and support it as we raise funds for various causes. Come along and join us for lovely hot drinks, freshly made homemade cakes and a good catch up with friends.

upcoming, cafe, Basildon
upcoming, cafe, Basildon
Tiddlers Stay and Play
Dec 18
children, play, social
children, play, social
Tiddlers Stay and Play
children, play, social
children, play, social

Our weekly play session for babies and toddlers meets on Thursday mornings in St Stephen’s Upper Basildon during term time. We start at 9.30 and it’s a wonderful time for the little ones and their carers to come together for play, craft and yummy snacks too finishing at 11am.

children, play, social
children, play, social

See all upcoming events on our website

For your diary…

Services next weekend

Join us next weekend:
10am Nativity Service @ Basildon
Dec 24
Basildon, christmas, next week
10am Nativity Service @ Basildon
Basildon, christmas, next week

The Christmas Story for all the Family. Everybody is encouraged to come dressed as a Nativity character (or anything else!). There will be cracking carols, lots of celebration and lots to eat and drink! Come and join us as we celebrate Christmas in style.

Basildon, christmas, next week
All Age Crib Service @ Ashampstead 4PM
Dec 24
Ashampstead, christmas, next week
All Age Crib Service @ Ashampstead 4PM
Ashampstead, christmas, next week

In our new style crib service we will gather together and re-tell the greatest story every told! We will sing some wonderful carols and encourage full family participation. Come dressed as a bible character. Yes tea-towels are mandatory! - or come as any of your favourite superhero’s - perhaps there will be a Batman instead of a shepherd this year? Who knows? Bring your friends and family and neighbours for what promises to be a fantastic way to enter into Christmas!

Ashampstead, christmas, next week

Join us for morning prayer and worship

 
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Morning Prayer & Worship
Morning Prayer & Worship

Prayer and worship is fundamental to our faith. Join us for half an hour of prayer and worship from 9am on Monday’s, Wednesdays and Fridays at St. Stephen’s Upper Basildon. Everybody welcome.

 

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