‘When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit…’These are the opening words of Acts chapter 2. As we celebrate Pentecost Sunday this weekend, recognised as the birthday of the church as the disciples went out filled with the Holy Spirit to share the good news of Jesus and thousands became believers as they heard of Jesus in their own language, it’s my prayer that our churches would be places filled by the Holy Spirit and the peace and power he brings, and where people hear the good news about Jesus. And that as individuals we would know the comfort, peace and power of the Holy Spirit in our own hearts and lives.Holy Spirit, sent by the Father, ignite in us your holy fire; strengthen your children with the gift of faith, revive your Church with the breath of love, and renew the face of the earth, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Don't forget Prayer & Worship this Wednesday 11th, please come along! See below for details. SERVICESSUNDAY 8th June: PentecostSt Andrew's: 10.00 am Parade ServiceSt Thomas': 10.00 am Morning Prayer with BaptismSt James': 11.15 am Holy CommunionSt Peter's: 11.15 Holy Communion AND 4.00 pm Church for All with Communion Wednesday 11th June St Andrew’s: 10.30am Team Holy Communion ServiceSUNDAY 15th June:St Andrew's: 10.00 am Holy Communion AND 12 midday BaptismSt James': 11.15 am Morning Prayer St Peter's: 11.15 Morning Prayer AND 4.00 pm Church for AllBible Readings Sunday 8th June Pentecost Acts 2:1-21; Romans 8:14-17 Sunday 15th June Trinity Sunday & Father’s Day - preachers choice… Sunday 22nd June Team Service tbc Sunday 29th June Acts 12:1-11; Matthew 16:13-19TEAM PRAYERSTeam Prayers will now be taking place ahead of our monthly team service on the 4th Sunday of each month at whichever church is hosting that month’s service, at 9.45am. So the next one will be at St James' on Sunday 22nd June at 9.45am. All welcome.We’re also going to be intentional now about having a short informal time of prayer at each church before the Sunday services each week - so the person leading the service will pray with others who are there for 10 mins or so half an hour before the start of the service, so 9.40 ahead of 10am services and 10.55 ahead of 11.15am services. Everyone is very welcome to join in with this. St James usually has a time of individual prayer and reflection helped by two worship songs from about 5 minutes before the actual start of the service. News Prayer & Worship Each month we are going to be gathering for a time of prayer & worship together at St James church at 7.30pm on a Wednesday evening. This will be a relaxed and informal time, but led and with songs, reflection on passages of scripture, pointers / themes for prayer etc. This is following on from the Prayer Course that a number of us did through Lent & Easter time, but is absolutely open to everyone, not just those who came to that course. This month we are meeting on Wednesday 11th June, as already said: 7.30pm St James Church, and would be delighted to see you there. Please do speak to Rev Simon or Claire Sherman for any further information.Charity Sky DiveOn 21st June, Martin Doran from Church4alll will be doing a Sky dive from 15,000 feet in aid of Wigan and Leigh Hospice. This is a real challenge for him as he is scared of heights but is putting himself out of his comfort zone to raise funds for the Hospice. You can show your support for the brave Martin by donating via: https://www.justgiving.com/page/astleys-parachute-jumpRequest from the gardeners at St Andrews Church Asking for plant donations that would help with weed suppression in the car park.Any low level shrubs or ground cover would be appreciated. Please contact Keith 07967144367 or any member of the gardening team.Stamps A request from St Thomas’ for your used stamps, as they are collecting them to support training guide dogs. Please do pass any you have in to your church, and the clergy will ensure they get to St Thomas’. Thank you.Request for Wool Donations - also stuffing material for toys & pillows Wool donations for our craft and chat group wld be very gratefully received! Whether whole or part balls of wool, any colour etc. Also, at the moment, donations of stuffing material for toys & pillows would be much appreciated. If you are able to drop off to the craft & chat group between 12.30 and 2pm on Thursdays at St James’ Church Green Lane, that would be great, but collection can easily be arranged. Please contact Pat Dunbar by text message on 07795147109 or email at patcol@blueyonder.co.uk Thank you! WEEKLY EVENTSCraft and Chat: every Thursday 12.30pm until 2pm at St James in the fellowship room. Knitting, crocheting or any craft, you are assured of a very warm welcome so please do come and join us. PatHot lunch, tea and cakes every Thursday afternoon at Melling Tithebarn……12.00pm to 2.00pm. A plate for donations will be available. You are assured of a very warm welcome so please do come and join us.Bible Study: Our regular weekly Bible Study takes place on Thursdays at 7.30pm in St Andrew’s Church Hall. We are currently looking at the Gospel of Luke together. All welcome.MONTHLY EVENTSSt Peter's Tea and Scones: everyone is welcome to join us for tea and scones on the first Friday in every month from 2pm-3pm. The next one is on Friday 4th July. Expect lots of friendly chats and live music by our resident Michael with his keyboard. Bereavement Support: at St Andrew’s Church. Further enquiries, and if there are any particular requests for bereavement support, from anywhere across our 4 parishes, please contact St Andrew’s Parish Office 0151 531 8972. Other noticesFoodbank: the Foodbank is based at St George's United Reformed Church on Northway opposite Iceland, on Tuesdays 10.00am-12.00 noon.Tins, packet foods and toiletries are always useful. They will gratefully receive donations from 10-12 on Tuesdays at St George’s URC on Northway (easiest access is via the car park on Larchwood Avenue). Alternatively please do drop any donations off before Tuesday on the vicarage doorstep at 23 Green Link. Thank you.CONTACT DETAILSPlease contact us…If you know anyone who would like to receive this emailIf there is anyone who needs prayer If you know anyone who needs a phone call Contact details:Revd. Ian Hopkins 07914 505437 or ianfee100@gmail.com Revd. Simon Elliott 07919 464348 or revsimonelliott76@gmail.com