THE PARISH OF ST LAURENCE-IN-THANET
Five Churches United in Christ
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Epiphany 1/Baptism of Christ/Covenant
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.
READINGS FOR EPIPHANY
Genesis 1:1-5, Psalm 29, Acts 19:1-7, Mark 1:4-11
THE COLLECT FOR EPIPHANY
O God, who, by the leading of a star, manifested your only Son to the peoples of the earth; mercifully grant that we, who know you know by faith, may at last behold your glory face to face; through Jesus Christ, who is alive and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit – one God now and for ever. Amen.
THE COLLECT FOR BAPTISM OF CHRIST
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.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Grow in the root of all grace, which is faith. Believe God’s promises more firmly than ever. Allow your faith to increase in its fullness, firmness and simplicity. Charles Spurgeon
PEOPLE FOR PRAYER
Lynne, Mick, Peter, Shirley, Dave S, Margaret, David, Dennison, Adam, Orla, Frederick, Lynne, Vivien, Freda, Val, Steven, Dan, Lucy.
Sadly, we have been informed of the passing of Marie Evans, may she rest in peace with her husband Stanley.
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What’s on this Week |
TODAY 7th January 2024
18:30 Evening Worship St Mark - Christine Martin
MONDAY 8th
TUESDAY 9th
10:30-11:30 Belleplates St Mark
19:30-21:00 Bellringing practice Tower St Laurence
19:45 Home Group - Bible Study
Contact 01843 583103 if you are interested in joining this group
WEDNESDAY 10th
10:00 Knit and Natter St Mark Lounge
50p contribution for refreshments.
Contact Frances Barnes on 01843 869043 or 07359 421662
19:00 Home Group - Bible Study
Contact Norma Wright: 01843 603332 / 07964 385994 / peterena12@outlook.com
THURSDAY 11th
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 12th
11:00 Prayer Group St Mark
SATURDAY 13th
Notices and Forthcoming Events
THURSDAY FELLOWSHIP:
11th January: Pastor Rita
18th January: Jan Cosgrove
PETER WILLIAMS: Peter’s funeral service will be held Wednesday 24th January 11am at St Laurence Church, followed by committal at Thanet Crematorium 12:15pm.
QUIZ NIGHT: Saturday 27th January 6:30pm for 7:00pm start, in the Parish Hall. £5.00 per ticket, teams of 8 per table. There will be a raffle and donations of prizes are welcome. To either book your tickets or donate a raffle prize, please contact Freda on 07732864076, mornings only.
There will be more fund-raising events in February and March, details coming soon. – Freda Parker
St LAWRENCE CLOCK FUND UPDATE: By the end of 2023 we had raised £7,001.65. We really need the support of YOU, your family, friends and the local community to make a big push in 2024 to get nearer our target. If you are able, please consider setting up a standing order for any amount you are able to give on a regular basis, or alternatively you can make a one-off donation direct into the clock bank account, the details are: account name Ramsgate Heritage Regeneration Trust, sort code 30-98-90, account number 18498668. – Freda Parker
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
CHARITY DONATIONS: Please continue to give your unwanted clothes to Cheryl Belsey, who will take it to the depot at Westwood and receive money that goes into our church funds. Contact her on: 07398 038366.
WORSHIP NEXT SUNDAY
14th January, 2024 2nd Sunday of Epiphany
1Samuel 3:1-10[11-20], Psalm 139:1-5 & 12-18, Revelation 5:1-10, John 1:43-end
ST LAURENCE
10:00 Communion Rev Brian Griffiths
ST CATHERINE
10:00 Service of the Word Amanda Madgwick
ST CHRISTOPHER
Shared service with St Mark
ST MARK
10:00 Communion Rev Phil Barnes
18:30 Evening Worship Christine Martin
Psalm 145:1-7, Isaiah 62:1-5, Matthew 8:5-13
ST MARY
10:00 Communion Rev Ken Cox
PARISH OFFICE
2 Newington Road, Ramsgate, CT11 0QT
Please note that the office only has volunteers manning it. Regularly, this is Sue Cox on a Thursday morning and Barbara Byne on a Friday morning (9-11am).
Here are some useful contacts:
Parochial Wardens: Sharon Cutler warden2@stlaurenceparish-ramsgate.org.uk
Kevin Spain kmschurchwarden @hotmail.com
Parish Treasurer: Alison Willoughby-Browne treasurer@stlaurenceparish-ramsgate.org.uk
Baptism Clerk: Kelly Gooding baptisms@stlaurenceparish-ramsgate.org.uk
Pew News: Julia Penn via text message on 07979 989115 or email diamond-jules@hotmail.co.uk
