‘I will not leave you orphaned; I am coming to you.’ (John 14:18)
Jesus promises his followers a deep sense of belonging to him, using the language of family and adoption and an end to separation; let’s pray for all those separated from family for whatever reason and for those who struggle to find belonging as refugees or asylum seekers.
From the Newcastle Dioceses Prayer diary this Sunday (newcastle.anglican.org/prayerdiary)
Christian Aid Week begins today
· Porvoo Communion: Diocese of GuildfordDiocese of Viborg (Evangelical Lutheran Church in Denmark)
· Anglican Communion: Church of the Province of West Africa Primate: Most Revd Cyril Kobina Ben-Smith
· Diocese of Winchester: Benefice of Upper Itchen
· Hexham Deanery: St John’s Church, Nenthead
From the Green Christian Prayer Guide this Sunday
Father of Creation, God of Compassion, Your world is groaning, Our hearts are groaning. Our hearts ache, We face missional paralysis, not knowing what to do. Lord have mercy, Christ have mercy.
Prayer for Ukraine
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine today. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen
APCM – SUNDAY 14TH MAY
Our APCM will be held after the service on Sunday 14th May – please ensure any reports are sent through to Sally.
Readings this week
Acts 17:22-31 - to be read by John
1 Peter 3:13-end - to be read by Bob
Gospel reading: John 14:15-21
Art Group
Art group runs Tuesdays – from 1pm to 3pm. Please do share this information, spread the word, let people know there is a space to come and get creative.
Ascension Day
Please join us for our Ascension Day service this Thursday 18th May at 7:00pm. Service of Holy Communion followed by refreshments.
Who Let the Dad’s Out
Our next session is Saturday 20th May at 10am
Messy Church
Our next Messy Church session is Saturday 27th May at 11am – we’ll be thinking about Pentecost and who was sent to help us - sign up here to let us know which burger you'd like! https://forms.gle/xVLezQi7eAfsdYZB9
Away Day to Beadnell
Please do join us on Saturday 3rd of June at our joint St Mary’s Ascension away day at Beadnell . Please bring a packed lunch. It is planned to have fish at chips for tea. The day will be based at Daleby Cottage. Please see Malcolm or Leanne if you are interested.
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