THE PARISH OF ST LAURENCE-IN-THANET
Five Churches United in Christ
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Second Sunday of Advent
Sunday 4th December 2022
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.
The 10:00am service at St Laurence Church will also be live streamed by Rev Phil Barnes
If you would like to wear a face covering or mask for your own comfort, you are more than welcome to do so.
READINGS FOR TODAY
Isaiah 11:1-10, Psalm 72:1-7, Romans 15:4-13, Matthew 3:1-12
THE COLLECT FOR TODAY
O Lord, raise up, we pray, your power and come among us. And with great might succour us; that whereas, through our sins and wickedness we are grievously hindered in running the race that is set before us, your bountiful grace and mercy may speedily help and deliver us – through Jesus Christ your Son, our Lord; to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honour and glory now and for ever. Amen.
THOUGHT OF THE WEEK
On this day in 1990 The Channel Tunnel made its final break-through to join together the British and French sides.
“It’s good to have an end to journey toward, but it’s the journey that matters in the end.” Ursula K Le Guin
PEOPLE FOR PRAYER
Those in need of our prayers: Dave, Kelly, Carole, Kevin, Vic, Adam, Paul, Orla, Rosanagh, Alistair, Andy, Vera, Brenda, Dan, Margaret, David, Dennison and those who are known personally to you.
Communication link - What’s on this week
TODAY
18:30 Evening Worship St Mark
MONDAY 5th
10:30 Collective Worship at St Laurence School
14:00-16:00 Thanet Cancer Help Group St Mark Lounge
16:00-17:00 Baby Ballet St Laurence Parish Hall
TUESDAY 6th
10:00-11:00 Footprints bereavement group St Laurence Parish Hall Marcia 01843 585366
10:30-12:00 Belleplates St Mark Lounge
13:15 -14:15 NHS Falls St Mark
19:30-21:00 Bell Ringing Practice Tower – St Laurence
WEDNESDAY 7th
10:00-12:00 Knit, Craft & Natter St Mark Lounge
18:15-19:30 Northwood Singers St Mark
THURSDAY 8th
9:15-10:00 School Worship St Laurence
14:00-1600 Acorn Club St Laurence Parish Hall 14:30-16:00 Thursday Fellowship St Mark Lounge
FRIDAY 9th
11:00-12:00 Prayer Group - St Mark Lounge
13:30-15:30 Town Women’s Guild St Laurence Parish Hall
1600 - 2100 Guides/Brownies St Mark Hall
10:15-11:30 Thanet School of Dance St Mark Hall
19:00 for 19.30 Thanet Community Gospel Choir St Catherine
– Christmas Concert
SATURDAY 10th
19:00-22:00 Jimmy Locke Dance Class St Mark Hall
NOTICES AND FORTHCOMING EVENTS
THANET FOOD BANK: The regular long-life items are always wanted, but specifically for December: tinned potatoes, rice, soup, cream crackers, coffee. Please take to either the parish office or to church. Have you heard about the “reverse advent calendar” idea? Donate an item for each day of advent instead of receiving a daily advent gift. Look out for the poster in church with ideas for each day in December.
FAREWELL: We have said our “goodbyes” to Rev Andrew and Jane and we wish them well with their new life in Worthing. We will miss them and their enthusiasm. They will be moving out of the rectory on the 8th December, so please do not use the office car park between 6th and 8th December as it is required for removal vehicles.
Please support the following 4 items if you possibly can. Each event is valuable in building church fellowship and raising money for our parish.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT: Thanet Community Gospel Choir will be performing a festive programme at St Catherine’s church on this coming Friday, 9th December. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30 start. Refreshments will be served at the end of the performance. Tickets available via Cheryl on 585180 or Barbara on 07720 068030 at £5 each or £12 for a family.
CHRISTMAS DINNER: St Catherine’s are hosting this at Manston Village Hall on Friday, 16th Dec. 7 for 7.30pm. £17 per head for a 3-course meal and coffee/tea. Please contact either Cheryl on 585180/07398 038366 or Barbara Redman on 07720 068030
DEMENTIA CAFÉ: Tuesday 13th December at St Christopher’s Church, Princess Margaret Avenue. 1pm-3pm with refreshments and entertainment. Please call Judith Andrews on 07779 149979 for more details. Parking is available on Princess Margaret Avenue, CT12 6LG.
FESTIVE FOOD PANTRY: Saturday 17th December at St Christopher’s Church 10am-2pm. Donations requested of festive treats for the Pantry – packaged mince pies, Christmas puddings, chocolates, biscuits, savoury snacks. Also – kitchen staples like pasta, rice, tins of tomatoes or soup, hygiene products welcomed. Please call Judith Andrews 07779 149979 for more information.
ST MARK’S WEEKLY ACTIVITIES: Belleplates, Home Groups, Northwood Singers, Thursday Fellowship will NOT meet on weeks beg 18th and 25th Dec. Prayer group will not meet on 23rd Dec.
CAROLS AFTER CHRISTMAS: St Mark’s Belleplates group (handbells) are performing on Saturday 7th January from 2pm. Music and tea will be provided free, although donations are very welcome.
WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY
December 11th –Third Sunday of Advent
Readings: Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 146:4-10/Magnificat, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-11
St Laurence, St Lawrence
10:00 Communion Rev Brian Griffiths
12:30 Scout Service Sue Cox
18:30 Nine Lessons and Carols Judith Andrews
St Catherine, Manston
10:00 Service of the Word Amanda Madgwick
St Christopher, Newington Shared service at St Mark
St Mark, Northwood
10:00 Service of the Word/Sunday School Rev Phil Barnes
18:30 Evening Worship St Mark’s Team
(Psalm 68.1-19, Zephaniah 3.14-20, Philippians 4.4-7)
St Mary, Cliffsend
10:00 Service of the Word Sue Cox
PARISH OFFICE
2 Newington Road, Ramsgate, CT11 0QT
Usual Parish Office opening hours: Monday, Thursday and Friday from 09:00-11:00.
Please note the office is now volunteer run so these hours are not guaranteed.
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