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NEWS from ST. PAUL`S

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Sunday 5th September
NEWS FROM ST. PAUL`S & HOLY CROSS
14th Sunday after Trinity


8am:  Holy Communion  - St. Paul`s
Jim Stevens
10am:   Joint Churches Holy Communion - Holy Cross
Jim Stevens
10am: Wednesday 8th September - Holy Communion at St. Paul`s


Are you on duty this Sunday?*^>
8am St. Paul`s
Sidesman:  Frances Onians
Readers:  Wyn Fairclough    Jim Stevens
10am - Holy Cross
Sidesmen:  Alan & Jeannie Poulton
Readers:     Alan Poulton    Chris Deal   
Intercessor:  Jeannie Poulton
Chalice:  Colin Plummer
Coffee:   Ann Bonwick   Susan Harrison


*Don`t forget to let me know if you swap duties
^Correct as informed at time of `going to press`
>Please inform me if you change your email address

COME FOR COFFEE!
There are two coffee mornings planned, both in aid of good causes:10.30AM NEXT TUESDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER - All are welcome at `West View`, Bucks Hill (opposite Quickmoor Lane) for coffee, Bring & Buy, cakes, plants, bric-a-brac etc. in aid of the very worthy Hospice of St. Francis. Contact Sue Ellis for more details or contact her via me (Ann) on this email address.

10.30AM THURSDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER - Everybody is invited to `September Cottage`, Croft Lane*, Chipperfield for coffee, Bring & Buy etc. in aid of the Henry Fraser Trust.  All offers of cakes, bring and buy items etc. most welcome - contact me, Ann Waine, via this medium or telephone 01923 268904.  Henry Fraser is eighteen years old and lives with his family in Scatterdells Lane, Chipperfield.  Just over 12 months ago Henry was paralysed in a freak accident while on holiday in Portugal.  His family have now managed to purchase the special bike to keep his muscles toned but they will have ongoing expenses for his care, replacement equipment etc. and I hope to raise some money to contribute towards these.    It would be great if we at St. Paul`s could show our support to this local family, so please do come along and enjoy coffee, chat, cakes and more!Ann Waine* If you are driving from Sarratt, go straight across the Royal Oak crossroads, up the hill, past the Garden Centre and Croft Lane is the next turning on the left.

BIKE `N HIKE (for Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire Historic Churches Trust) SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 11THThe BHHCT, which is non-denominational, is organising a sponsored cycle ride (and walk) between churches on Saturday September 11thbetween 10am-6pm.  Half of every cyclist`s and walker`s sponsor money goes to the Trust and half goes to the church of their choice.  Furtherinformation and sponsor forms are available from Judy Olney (01923 263405, email jpolney@btinternet.com)  We also require volunteers to man/woman the churches on the day, who can also be sponsored.  Further information and sponsor forms for cyclists and walkers can be obtained from myself (01923 263405) or Alan Poulton (01923 260295) alan.poulton@talktalk.netJudy Olney

FAMILY FUN DAY AT LATIMER - SATURDAY 11TH SEPTEMBER
A fun afternoon at Latimer Park for people of all ages; activities will include a barbecue, paddling and fishing in the stream, duck races,African drumming, a craft tent (including kite making), face painting, football (with a cage football), ultimate frisbee, under 5`s play area,fire engine, climbing wall and more...........Our heart is to have a day where families have fun and activities together. APART FROM CHARGING COST PRICE FOR THE BARBECUE, EVERYTHING WILL BE FREE!!TRAIDCRAFT SALEThe next Traidcraft Sale will take place on Sunday 12th September.

AMERSHAM MILLENIUM LECTURES - 8AM THURSDAY 16TH SEPTEMBER
A lecture entitled, `God Beyond Church` will be presented on 16th September by Sheila Cassidy: Doctor, Author & Psychotherapist at St. Michael & All Angels, 70 Sycamore Road, Amersham.  Leaflets with reply slips are available at the back of church.

BENEFICE WEEKEND AWAY - FRIDAY 17TH - SUNDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
There are still a good number of places available for the weekend: please think seriously about coming.   You will find a provisional programme and booking forms at the back of each church and don`t forget that you are also welcome as a day visitor.  Contact me or Robin Gain for further information.Jim Stevens

PAINTINGS FROM THE BOOK OF REVELATION - 4-5.30PM 19TH, 26TH SEPTEMBER & 3RD OCTOBER
On the three consecutive Sundays listed above local Christian artist, Jessica Rannachan, will be giving a power point presentation showingher oil paintings of highlights from the Book of Revelation. All are welcome and entry is free.  This is in conjunction with Herts Open Studios2010 and the event will take place in the back room of Sarratt Village Hall.

SPECIAL LECTURE ON ISLAM & CHRISTIANITY- 7.30PM FRIDAY 29TH OCTOBER
Dr. George Sabra will be giving a special lecture entitled, `Christian Theological Responses to Islam in the Near East` at St. Stephen`s Church Hall in Watling Street, St. Albans on the above date.  The lecture aims to help churches in the West to become more aware of thesituation in the Middle East and how as Christians we can consider and respond.  Light refreshments will be available on arrival; there will be no charge for the lecture and all are welcome to attend.  Dr. Sabra is Professor of Systematic Theology and Dean of the Near East School of Theology in the Lebanon.  He is a widely published theologian and international consultant to the Awareness Foundation in London.  If possible, please let Laura Hart know that you wish to attend.  01727 818151, lhart@stalbans.anglican.org

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
September
Saturday 4th: 11.30am Memorial Service of Anne Robson at Holy Cross
Saturday 4th:  2pm Wedding of Kieron McKay & Vicky Marks at St. Paul`s
Tuesday 7th: 10.30am Coffee Morning in aid of St. Francis Hospice
Saturday 11th:  Family Fun Day at Restore Hope Latimer - 12-4pm
Sunday 12th: Traidcraft Sale after Service
Thursday 16th: 10.30am Coffee morning in aid of the Henry Fraser Trust
Saturday 18th: `Messy Church` - 3-4.30pm
17-19th: Benefice Weekend Away (provisional programme and booking forms available at the back of each church)
Sunday 19th: Songs of Praise at Restore Hope Latimer - 2pm
OctoberSaturday 2nd: 3pm - Ordination of Pastor Jason Gain at Chipperfield Baptist Church
Sunday 3rd:  Harvest Festival at Holy Cross
Sunday 3rd: 6.30pm Choral Evensong at St. Paul`s
Sunday 31st: Annual bereavement service at St. Paul`s

FOR MORE INFORMATION & CURRENT NEWS
See websites for both churches:http://www.holycrosssarratt.co.uk/  &   http://www.stpaulschipperfield.co.uk/index2.asp

SOME SUGGESTIONS FOR PRAYER
<< For all those affected by the floods in Pakistan
<< For teachers and pupils as they begin the new school year.  We pray in particular for all pupils     starting at new schools.
<< Parliament, as a new session begins

CONTACT NUMBERS
Jim Stevens  -  Rector:  01923 265848
Judy Olney - Churchwarden - St. Paul`s: 01923 263405
Phil Waine -  Churchwarden - St. Paul`s:  01923 268904
Stephen Lawrence  - Churchwarden - Holy Cross:  01923 260504
John Guy -  Churchwarden - Holy Cross: 01923 268762
Angela Coakley -  Licensed Minister:  01923 264380
Youth worker -  Ellie Freeman: elliehcsp@gmail.com Tel: 265197
Stephen Morrill -  Parish Room bookings - 01923 263182
Stefanie Robinson - Parish Administrator: 01923 264377
Parish office opening times: Monday 2.30-5.30pm Tuesday,
Thursday 9-noon & Friday 9-11am.


The Rector`s day off is Friday.  If you cannot reach him by telephone and your enquiry is urgent, please contact the Churchwardens.  
Ellie`s day off is Monday.  


Ann Waine
Editor




And  finally...............`Education is a better safeguard of liberty than a standing army` - Edward Everett





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3 September 2010