Pew News for Sunday 10th December

Should you have a gluten allergy and wish to receive communion please let one of the sides people know at least 10 minutes before the service starts so that a gluten free wafer may be provided.

If you would like to wear a face covering or mask for your own comfort, you are more than welcome to do so.

 

TODAY

18:00                             Nine Lessons and Carols                        St Catherine

18:30                             Evening Service                                      St Mark – CM

MONDAY 11^th

TUESDAY 12^th                                                                     

10:30 -11:30       Belleplate practice                                              St Mark

13:15 -14:15       NHS                                                                    St Mark

19:30 - 21:00      Bell-ringing practice                                            St Laurence Tower

                             Contact Freda Parker: 07732 864076 

19:45                   Home Group - Bible Study last one this year          

Contact 01843 583103 if you are interested in joining this group

WEDNESDAY 13^th           

10:00 - 12:00      Knit and Natter – 50p for coffee                          St Mark Lounge

                                    Contact Frances Barnes: 01843 869043 or 07359 421662

19:00 doors              St Catherine Christmas Dinner                            Manston village hall

                                     Contact Cheryl on 07398 038366

19:00                 Home Group - Bible Study last one this year          

                                   Contact Norma Wright: 01843 603332 / 07964 385994 / peterena12@outlook.com

THURSDAY 14^th        

14:00                  Acorn Club                                                         St Laurence Parish Hall

                          A social club with activities aimed at the older members of our churches. Contact Zoë Story: 07736  670020

14:00                  Thursday Fellowship – see notices                   St Mark Lounge

                                      Contact Prim Williamson 01843 594517

FRIDAY 15^th

11:00                   Prayer Group                                                    St Mark

19:30                   Christmas Concert                                            St Catherine, Manston

                             -Thanet Community Gospel Choir

                                     Contact Barbara on 07720 068030 to book your place £5 each, £12 family

SATURDAY 16^th

10:00 - 11:30      Beginners bell ringing practice                          St Laurence tower

SUNDAY 17^th

16:00 - 17:30      Quarter Peal                                                      St Laurence tower

   

 

COVENANT/EPIPHANY SERVICE: 7th January 2024, 10:00, at St Mark’s there will only be one shared service in the Parish - this will be a Covenant/Epiphany service, taken by Rev'ds Phil, Brian and Ken. Each church congregation is invited to attend.

RAISING MONEY: As our parish now is a registered charity, we are able to raise money for our funds when we buy online with companies such as: Amazon, EBay, Argos, John Lewis.  You need to register with Easyfundraising (https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/funding-for-faith/)   and use the details:

PCC of the Parish of St Laurence in the Isle of Thanet / Registered Charity Number 1205909

It’s tricky to put all the details here, but I am sure that we will be hearing more very soon.

CAROL SERVICE: Sunday 10^th  December, 6pm at St Catherine – Nine lessons and carols.  Mulled cider and mince-pies will be among the refreshments served afterwards.

CHRISTMAS DINNER: Wednesday, 13^th Dec,  Doors open at 7pm There might be a few spaces available for this occasion at Manston Village Hall.  Contact Cheryl on 07398 038366

CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Thanet Community Gospel Choir will be performing an evening of seasonal Gospel Music and Carols with snacks and drink available during interval.  £5 each or £12 for a family – card payment is available.  Phone Barbara 07720 068030 for booking or more information.

GOOD-TO-KNOW GROUPS: We have been contacted by Independent Age asking us to share the following:

Good to Know telephone groups invite a different guest speaker each week to discuss issues that matter to older people. Topics include scams, the cost-of-living crisis, social care, benefits and finding new social connections - things that are simply 'Good To Know' about.  Think of these groups like a cup of tea and a chat at a community centre, but over the phone in the comfort of your living room. The groups are particularly great for older people unable to get out and about or to online activities. 

You can find out more by visiting: www.independentage.org/get-support/telephone-groups/good-to-know-groups or by calling 0800 319 6789

THANET FOOD LINK: In addition to the Reverse Advent Calendar challenge, this month the Food Bank mostly needs: cereals, coffee, packet meals, pot-noodles, tinned fruit, hot chocolate drink.  Thank you for your continued support – Ruth Farmer

CLOTHING BANK: Cheryl (07398 038366) is still taking donations of second-hand clothing to the clothing bank at Westwood.  It is generating a good income for the church.  Please contact her if you require assistance in getting clothing to her.