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St Andrew’s Weekly News
The two readings for this Sunday talk about seeing God clearly – or failing to see him clearly. Both talk of the gift of God to give us a clear sight of his light and his glory. The disciples were given a once in a lifetime revelation of how amazing this fellow from Nazareth that they had been following for the last couple of years really was. As Christians it is so easy to begin to take God for granted, to forget what a wonderful gift it is to know him. Our spiritual sight becomes dull. What would it take to sharpen up our spiritual sight, and know God more fully for us this week? This is the month to sign up for a place on the Parish Weekend. Soon we will have to give final numbers to Cloverly Hall and make a further financial commitment. The rooms are being allocated, so please sign up soon. This years Lent course to be held at St Andrew’s -’ Reflections on the Parables’. An amended flier has been attached correcting the dates in last week’s flier. Each generation is challenged to reflect on and live out the message of Jesus in their time. Jesus used Parables to present His teaching on the values and ethos of the Kingdom. He used them to challenge hypocrisy, oppression, prejudice and injustice. They continue to do so in these times. During Lent 2012 there will be a series of 5 weekly sessions that will focus on the Parables. We will follow in His footsteps and reflect on the deep and many layered wisdom of His teachings. Each parable is like a pearl of wisdom designed to provide food for the Christian Journey.  |
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ANDREW’S NOTICES
9.30am Eucharist on Sat 25th February is cancelled due to the Bishop’s Prayer morning. Parish Breakfast – the Parish breakfast due to take place on Sunday 26th February in St Andrew’s is cancelled. Giving envelopes – would you like to take part in the church giving scheme? A new set of envelopes will be available during Lent to start in April, or would you like to know more about how to give by standing order? Please contact Bob Kettlewell 291891, Roy Grain or John Thorneycroft. 22nd Feb Ash Wednesday services with the imposition of ashes – services will be taking place throughout the benefice and you would be most welcome to attend any of the following services; 10am St Mary’s S’hales, 12 noon St Bart’s Tong and 7.30pm St Andrew’s Shifnal. Cakes for the Bishops Prayer Morning – Would you be able to make a homemade cake/s? St Andrew’s is responsible for the refreshments for this prayer morning, if you are able please speak to Judith 291891. Bishop’s Prayer Morning in Shifnal – Still Small VoiceFebruary 25th 10am-12noon. You are warmly invited to come along and to discover new depths in your relationship with God. Please sign the list at the back of church. New Life Orphanage - Due to the roaring inflation in Pakistan running at over 10% PER MONTH, our Orphanage Lunch will be brought forward this year to Saturday 19th May 12 noon to 2.00pm at St Andrew's Youth Club. Please support us to keep the Orphanage doors open. Fr. Jim. Parish Weekend - 28th - 30th September 2012Booking Forms and deposit cheques are now coming in and to ensure you don’t miss out, please complete your form together with a deposit cheque and pass to Alan Nash as soon as possible. In fairness, room allocations will be on a first come first served basis so the sooner you confirm, the better. As well as a full programme for adults, children will also be able to share in the weekend with a team led by Graham Phillips.We hope you will be able to join us at Cloverley Hall in September to see what God has in store for us. The Guest Speaker will be Rt Revd Mark Rylands, Bishop of Shrewsbury - don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to be part of a very special weekend. |