PRAYER POINTERS
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For the Admission to Communion
Group as they complete their final two
sessions (see their names on notice
under Church Concerns)
That we may continue to grow in our
faith ~ recognising the Trinity at work in
our lives.
For the family and regiment of Lee Rigby
as they mourn.
For the relationships between the major
faiths.
Continue to pray for those who need to
know God’s healing touch at this time.
For the Wey Island Church Day Out on
Saturday, 8 June. (see notice)
DIARY DATES
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Monday to Thursday
 Start the Day Right in Church 9.00am.
Monday/Tuesday, 3/4 June
 Elizabeth on Chapter Retreat.
Tuesday, 4 June
 Admission to Communion Session 4.30pm 5.45pm in the Chapel.
Saturday, 8 June
 Church Day Trip to Wey Island (see notice)
Tuesday, 11 June
 Admission to Communion Session 4.30pm –
5.45pm in the Chapel.
CHURCH CONCERNS
FUTURE FEATURE
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Admission to Communion Sessions
Continue to hold in prayer the following who
are completing the last two sessions of
preparation for their Admission to
Communion:
Liam and Josh
Justin
Stephanie
Emily & Alice
Toyin
Luella
Jade
Maya
Lost Keys
Last Sunday a very important bunch of keys
went missing from church, we think they
were accidently picked up between the end
of Service and Coffee. A thorough search
of our buildings has not revealed their
whereabouts. If any one has any
information about these keys and their
whereabouts please talk to Elizabeth or the
churchwardens.
We are indebted to Susan for offering
to keep us on the straight and narrow
with our administration whilst Kirsty is
on compassionate leave.
All enquiries to continue to come to
the parish office where a team of us
will deal with them and call on Susan’s
expertise should we need it.
Don't forget - Church Day Out on June 8th
We would love you to come along on our Church Day
Out
to
Wey Island.
Just an hour away from London, this special place has
something for everyone:
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lots of green space for relaxing, picnics and
games
a BBQ area that we can use
access to canoes for adults and children (one at
a time and supervised)
indoor space with a kitchen for teas and coffees
Due to the site's location down the end of an
offroad track, we will be travelling by car rather than
coach.
There is plenty of parking but if you have spare places
in your car please let us know and we will try and
match those without cars with spaces.
All we ask is that you bring along
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yourselves, drinks and
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some food for the BBQ or picnic and
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a contribution to cover the running costs of Wey
Island for the day.
For more details please contact Clair Wilcox .
Alternatively, you can sign up on the sheet in the
Church foyer.
MINISTRY MUSINGS
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2nd June 2013 ~ 1st Sunday after Trinity
“Don't let your indecision, take you from behind
Trust your inner vision, don't let others change your
mind”
Bucks Fizz 1981
Well, that just goes to show the vicars’ age!
The words talk of love; exploring, experimenting,
experiencing, entertaining new ideas and being excited
about them and then committing, following inner vision
and making your mind up! I wonder ~ is that so different
from the way we treat and encounter faith or indeed the
way God wants us to understand it?
The lyrics speak of the many emotions involved in love.
Sometimes moving quickly and then slowing down,
sometimes senses heightened and then lowered. We
pretend that we are indifferent and we even deny what we
discover, but eventually we have to take a step of trust,
(faith), and things turn out right ~ if challenging! We
discover that God loves us and we in turn love him!
In our Old Testament reading Elijah went before the people
and asked them,
Sunday 9th June 2013
2nd Sunday after Trinity
10.00am Holy Communion
with Fair Trade Stall
President: Revd Sr Elizabeth Shearcroft CA
Guest Preacher: Mr Peter Graystone
National Development Officer for
Fresh Expressions, Church Army.
Readings:
1 Kings 17: 8 - 16, (17-24) OT p 333
Galatians 1: 11 - 24
NT p 184
Luke 7: 11 - 17
NT p 63
Ministry Members
If you need to contact any of the Ministry Team, DO
NOT ring after 9pm, except in absolute emergency.
Revd. Sr Elizabeth Shearcroft, CA, Vicar
“How long will your waver between two
opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him, but
if Baal is God then follow him” 1 Kings 18:21
The people remained indecisive, worldly things seemed
more attractive that what God offered!
And it would seem nothing really changes! Paul challenges
the church of Galatia
“I am astonished that you are so quickly
deserting the one who called you!” Gal. 1:6
But, when we stop being indecisive and trust then God does
great things. Our Gospel tells of one of the many
encounters that Jesus had with those who believed his
message and he says
“I tell you, I have not found such great
faith even in Israel”
Luke 7: 9
Bucks Fizz sang;
“The rules of the game will let you find the one you’re
looking for”
We have God’s Word ~ believe and trust!
Mr Martin Keene, Warden
Mr Hopeton Cunningham, Warden
Miss Jenny Hull, Reader
Dr Marion Gray, Reader
Mr David Gray, Reader
Mrs Caroline Hewitt, Treasurer
Mrs Joyce Lynch, Envelope Secretary
Mrs Maya Matthews, PCC Secretary
Mrs Laura Reynolds, Safeguarding Officer
Mrs Maureen Burgess, Safeguarding Officer
Mrs Kirsty Jenkinson, Administrator
Kirsty is aiming to be in the office (for definite) most of
each Thursday (09.30 - 14.30). Please contact us by email
or by leaving a message on the answer phone.
You can contact anyone on the ministry or administrative
teams by sending an e-mail to:
[email protected], or look them up in the
Church Address Book and Prayer Diary, available from
the Parish Office.
Wider Ministry:
The wider ministry team comprises stewards, the
Welcome Team, and Junior Church leaders (led by
Catherine Cooper). Pastoral issues should be brought to
the attention of the Ministry Team.
Immanuel and St Andrew
registered charity no:1131245
www.immanuelstreatham.org.uk
OPEN DOOR
our weekly “notice board” to guide you through today’s
worship and to take away for reference
Sunday 2nd June 2013
1st Sunday after Trinity
10.00am Holy Communion
President: Revd Sr Elizabeth Shearcroft CA
Preacher: Jenny Hull
Readings:
1 Kings 18: 20 - 21, (22-29) OT p 335
Galatians 1: 1 - 12
NT p 184
Luke 7: 1 - 10
NT p 62
COLLECT FOR TODAY
O God,
the strength of all those who put their trust in
you,
mercifully accept our prayers
and, because through the weakness of our
mortal nature
we can do no good thing without you,
grant us the help of your grace,
that in the keeping of your commandments
we may please you both in will and deed;
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
Immanuel and St Andrew,
452 Streatham High Road, LONDON SW16 3PY
020 8679 6888
[email protected]