The next Julian meeting will be on Thursday 19th November at 4.30pm. This meeting is a monthly opportunity to sit in silent prayer in church for thirty minutes.
Tuesday 24th November, 2.00 pm in church. Roy Thompson will be talking about May Morris's embroideries (May is William Morris's daughter). This is part of our Augustine to Sarah meetings, but as other people have expressed an interest we are going to meet in church and use the big screen. We are also going to take the opportunity to 'show off' some of our own chasubles, frontals and so on. All welcome. Any questions – ask Roy himself or Pat Atkins.
*PEOPLE’S EMERGENCY BRIEFING FILM - BEESTON* Have you seen this free film yet? All welcome to join a screening, either: Wed 25th November 7.30pm or Mon 7th December 1pm. Nine leading UK scientists and experts talk about the climate and nature crises, with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like: Extreme weather, Food security, Health, Cost of living, Nature loss.
“It felt uplifting, empowering, engaging, revitalising, informative. It left me wanting to double down on my own efforts and reminded me to do it together, not alone”
Suitable for age 16+ *Reserve your FREE ticket:* Wed 25th Nov 7.30pm, Methodist Church, Chilwell Rd, Beeston NG9 1EH https://buytickets.at/pebnotts/2479010 or phone 0115 9431164. Monday 7th Dec 1pm, Middle Street Resource Centre, 74 Middle Street, Beeston NG9 2AR https://buytickets.at/pebnotts/2484850
Concert Saturday 28th November 7pm: An evening of seasonal music, classical masterpieces and choral favourites on the eve of Advent. Featuring performances from: South Notts Men’s Chorus Performing a festive selection of seasonal favourites and timeless Christmas classics. Reuben Lee (Concert Pianist). A solo performance of classical piano masterpieces, including Chopin: Nocturne in E-flat Major (Op. 9 No. 2), Waltz in C-sharp minor (Op. 64 No. 2), and 1st Ballade in G minor, Beethoven: Fur Elise, Lizst: Liebestraum No. 3, Scott Joplin: Maple Leaf Rag, Flute, Cello and Piano Trio A varied selection of classical works, traditional folk tunes and film music. Beeston Voices An uplifting and heartwarming selection from their Christmas repertoire. Light refreshments will be available to purchase during the interval. Tickets £10 Adult, £5 Child (under 18) available to purchase online here: https://snmc.org.uk/tickets/ Also available on the door (subject to availability) Proceeds from the event will support South Notts Men’s Chorus together with our nominated charities Age UK and Broxtowe Youth Homelessness.
Christmas Dinner: The dinner this year will be on Wednesday 16th December. It will be at Blackshale Carvery. You can choose what size carvery you want plus a sweet. The cost will depend on what you choose. Menus are available from Kaye and must be returned to her by 22nd November. Please put your name on the menu and pay Kaye by 6th December please. Hope you are able to join us.
Advance notice - School for Prayer – Looking ahead to Lent 2027. Do you find prayer puzzling or difficult? Is it the easiest thing in the world? Do you wish you could do it better? We are going to offer an opportunity to explore ways of praying during Lent 2027 and you are invited to join us. For about an hour and a quarter every Saturday morning in church we will explore different ways of praying and things that might help you. If you would like more information please talk to Fr. Paul.