The Parish of Bursledon

Easter Holiday Club

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A message from Tony and Belinda….

Services this Sunday 5th February

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Sunday 5^th February 2012

The theme of the services this Sunday will be “love”.

The preaching will be based on Mark 12 v 28 – 34

St. Leonard’s

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

11.00 am Morning Worship

St. Paul’s

9.30 am Breakfast

Future Sunday Services

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Sunday 12^th February

St. Leonard’s

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

11.00 am Holy Communion

St. Paul’s

9.30 am Holy Communion

Sunday 19^th February

St. Leonard’s

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

11.00 am Morning Worship

St. Paul’s

9.30 am Morning Worship

7.00 pm Evening Celebration

Sunday 26^th February

St. Leonard’s

8.00 am Holy Communion (BCP)

11.00 am Holy Communion

St. Paul’s

9.30 am Holy Communion

The week ahead – beginning Monday 6th February

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Events at St. Paul’s unless specified.

Monday 6^th February (Church Office Closed)

2.00 pm Creative Needlework (at St. Leonard’s)

5.30 pm Energise

6.00 pm Reception

7.30 pm Prayer Meeting

Tuesday 7^th February (Church Office Closed)

11.30 am Tuesday Lunch

Wednesday 8^th February (Church Office Closed)

9.30 am Holy Communion (at St. Leonard’s)

10.00 am Coffee Shop

10.30 am Toddlers

2.00 pm Mothers’ Union

5.00 pm Breakout

7.30 pm Six Course

Thursday 9^th February

10.30 am Toddlers

2.30 pm Meeting for Prayer (at St. Leonard’s)

5.00 pm Sparks

7.45 pm Ladies Craft Evening

Friday 10^th February

9.45 am Little Stars

Saturday 11^th February

8.00 am 12 hours of prayer

Quarterly Programme – January to March 2012

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Quarterly Programmes giving details of forthcoming services and events are now available for collection at the usual information points. These contain details of readings and service themes for the 9.30 am and 11.00 am services at St. Leonard’s and St. Paul’s.

12 Hours of Prayer at St. Paul’s

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Saturday 11^th February – 8.00 am to 8.00 pm

Whether you normally worship at St. Leonard’s or St. Paul’s, you are invited and encouraged to come along to St. Paul’s for at least an hour to take part in this day of prayer. Lists for you to sign up are on the notice boards.

(A future date for you diary – on Saturday 17^th June 2012 we shall be holding a day of prayer at St. Leonard’s.)

On Facebook? Want to be kept up to date?

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The Youth Ministry and Children and Families Ministry are both now on Facebook. If you would like to be kept up to date with what is going on, then please click the links and ‘like’ the page or request to become a friend.

Women’s World Day of Prayer

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Friday, 2^nd March – 11.00 a.m. at St. Leonard’s

The theme is ‘Let Justice Prevail’ – prepared by the women of Malaysia. There will be refreshments following the service. All are welcome – women, men, young people and children.

If anyone is able to help serve the refreshments please contact Lynne Falconer. Please note there will be no crèche facilities at the service.

Ladies Breakfast – 9.00 am to 10.00 pm – Saturday 25th February

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St. Leonard’s Meeting Room

All ladies are welcome to the “BAPS” Breakfast.

(Bacon and Prayer Social!) Please sign up on the list on the

ladies section of the notice boards if you are coming.

Toddlers Group

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Due to a reduction in the number of helpers we would be grateful to have some extra help to serve refreshments or to help put away the toys on Wednesday or Thursday mornings from 10.15 to 11.30 am (not necessarily … Continue reading →

Real Easter Eggs – with the easter story on the packaging

office — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:52:45 +0000

If you missed the cut off time for ordering – don’t worry as Lynne is now able to obtain them through the Traidcraft catalogue. Call Lynne on 023 8045 4131.

National Marriage Week – February 7th – 14th

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Please pray for those preparing for marriage, all who are married, those who are facing difficulties, those whose marriages have ended, and families in all situations.

Church Office Closed

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The Church Office will be closed from Monday 6^th to Wednesday 8^th February (inclusive.) It will re-open on Thursday 9^th February.

Sewing Machine Needed for Young People

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If someone has a sewing machine they no longer need and are willing

to donate it for our young people’s work – we would be very grateful.

Women’s Ministry Training

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Thursday 1^st March – 7.30 pm at St. Paul’s

This evening is for those wishing to have an update or taster session for prayer ministry. There will be the opportunity to offer to minister at the New Wine Women’s Day (but no obligation to do so.)

Sign up lists for both the New Wine Women’s Day and the Ministry Training Day are on the notice boards. To find out more contact Sandy Vargeson on 023 80402821.

New Wine Women’s Day

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Saturday 17^th March 2012 – 9.30 am to 4.00 pm

The Lighthouse – Poole

With Anne Coles, Fi Perry & special guest Julie Sheldon.

Julie is the author of Dancer Off Her Feet – a remarkable account of her career with the Royal Ballet, brought to a sudden end by a crippling disease & then a miraculous recovery. Julie’s story of perseverance and faith through suffering is inspirational, and she communicates with passion and compassion.

Week Commencing Monday 30th January

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Events at St. Paul’s unless specified.

Monday 30^th January

2.00 pm Creative Needlework (at St. Leonard’s)

5.30 pm Energise

6.00 pm Reception

7.30 pm Prayer Meeting

Tuesday 31^st January

11.30 am Tuesday Lunch

7.30 pm Baptism Preparation

Wednesday 1^st February (Church Office Closed)

9.30 am Holy Communion

10.00 am Coffee Shop

10.30 am Toddlers

11.00 am Funeral Service (at St. Leonard’s)

7.30 pm Six Course

5.00 pm Breakout

Thursday 2^nd February

10.30 am Toddlers

2.30 pm Meeting for Prayer (at St. Leonard’s)

5.00 pm Sparks

Friday 3^rd February

9.45 am Little Stars

Thursday Afternoon Prayer at St. Leonard’s

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2.30 pm every Thursday Our Thursday afternoon prayer group is now meeting weekly for just over an hour and everyone is welcome to join. If you can’t stay for the whole time – feel free to come and go when … Continue reading →

The Parish goes social!

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Not to be out done by the younger members of the Parish, we now have a Twitter account and a Facebook Page – please follow us and like our page to stay updated.

We will be adding new content over the next few weeks and look out for some changes to the website too.

The Six Course

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The Six Course is for those who are interested in exploring Christianity but makes no assumptions on what you may know, or believe. It’s centred on light refreshments in a very relaxed informal setting, followed by a short talk and interactive discussion. All are welcome, and no question is too simple or too challenging. We are here to explore the invitation of Christianity together.

The dates for the next course of are:-

18^th, & 25^th January, 1^st, 8^th, 15^th & 29^th February.

Week 1 : The Big question : is there a God at all?

Week 2 :    Why does God allow suffering?
Week 3 :    Don’t all religions lead to God?
Week 4 :    What does a Christian basically believe?
Week 5 :     Isn’t it enough just to be good?
Week 6  :    How can I have faith?

Advent 2011

ellie — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 12:00:19 +0000

Sermon preached by Ali Campbell on 27th November 2011 at St Pauls, Luke 3 v 1-18

The service also included the baptism of Éponine Palmer

Baby Wool Required

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Donations of baby wool are needed for knitting into baby clothes which are donated to the Firgrove Centre for distribution to families in need in the Southampton area. Please leave the wool at the church office. Thanks.

New Wine Summer 2012

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29^th July – 4^th August (travel back 5^th) Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset

New Wine is an exciting and action-packed week for all the family, involving fantastic children’s work, great teaching and fun fellowship together.

If you would be interested in joining a group from Bursledon going to this event – please speak to Ruth or Tony Palmer for more information.

There are discounts for those who book early – so don’t delay if you’re thinking of going.

I am the Vine

ellie — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 12:00:12 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 17th July 2011 at St Pauls, John 15 v 1-8

Due to technical difficulties, the first few minutes of this sermon were not recorded

Catching the Vision

ellie — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 12:00:35 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 26th June 2011 at St Pauls, 2 Corinthians 8 v 1-5

God Trusts Us

ellie — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 12:00:09 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 19th June 2011 at St Pauls, Luke 19 v 11-27

Pentecost

ellie — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 12:00:30 +0000

Unfortunately, due to technical problems, the pentecost sermon is unavailable

The Muddle of Money

ellie — Sun, 29 May 2011 12:00:35 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 29th May 2011 at St Pauls, Haggai 1 v 1-11

Loving and Serving our Neighbours

ellie — Sun, 22 May 2011 12:00:19 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 22nd May 2011 at St Pauls, Matthew 22 v 34-40

Loving and Serving Each Other

ellie — Sun, 15 May 2011 12:00:14 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 15th May 2011 at St Pauls, John 13 v 31-36

Loving and Serving God

ellie — Sun, 08 May 2011 12:00:28 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 8th May 2011 at St Pauls, Matthew 22 v 34-38

Christ is Risen – Easter 2011

ellie — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 12:00:31 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 24th April 2011 at St Pauls, John 20 v 1-18

Palm Sunday 2011

ellie — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 12:00:31 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 17th April 2011 at St Pauls, Matthew 21 v 1-11

Promising

ellie — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 12:00:42 +0000

Sermon preached by Matt Jones on 10th April 2011 at St Pauls, John 11 v 17-27

For the joy set before Him

ellie — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 21:00:40 +0000

Sermon preached by Karen Murray on 3rd April 2011 at St Pauls evening celebration, Hebrews 12 v 1-3

Restoring

ellie — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 12:00:51 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 27th March 2011 at St Pauls, John 5 v 1-15

Believing

ellie — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 12:36:53 +0000

Sermon preached by David Sharps on 20th March 2011 at St Paul’s, John 3 v 1-17

Testing

ellie — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 12:00:02 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 13th March 2011 at St Pauls, Matthew 4 v 1-11

Expectations

ellie — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 21:00:27 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 6th March 2011 at St Pauls evening celebration, Luke 18 v 35-43

Live It!

ellie — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 12:00:02 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on February 27th 2011 at St Pauls, John 15 v 1-7

Love that Encourages

ellie — Sun, 20 Feb 2011 12:00:24 +0000

Sermon preached by Celia Parkes on February 20th 2011 at St Pauls, Acts 11 v 19-26

Love in Action

ellie — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 12:00:40 +0000

Sermon preached by John Ablett on February 13th 2011 at St Pauls, Matthew 25 v 31-40

Prophecy

ellie — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 21:00:32 +0000

Sermon preached by David Snuggs on February 6th 2011 at St Pauls evening celebration service, 1 Corinithians 13 v 1 – 14 v 1

Love that Serves

ellie — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 12:00:54 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on January 30th 2011 at St Pauls, Philippians 2 v 12-18

Unity in Love

ellie — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 12:00:17 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter White on 23rd January 2011 at St Pauls

Philippians 2v1-11

The Cost of Love

ellie — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 12:00:34 +0000

Sermon preached by Peter Vargeson on 16th January 2011 at St Pauls

Philippians 1v12-18

The challenge of love

ellie — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 12:00:56 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 9th January 2011 at St Pauls, Philippians 1 v 3-11

Be not afraid

ellie — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 21:00:18 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 2nd January 2011 at St Pauls evening celebration

Matthew 10v28-33

John, Jesus, Church

ellie — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 12:00:29 +0000

Sermon preached by James Ogley on 12th December 2010 at St Pauls

Matthew 11 v2-11

Advent – 28th November 2010

ellie — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 12:00:19 +0000

Sermon preached by David Sharps on 28th November 2010 at St Pauls

Matthew 24 v 36-44