The St Eds focus for prayers for April-May 2020 is here - please read and use as part of your own prayers.As you bring before our Heavenly Father the things on your heart, reflect on the truth of His Word…• God is our refuge and strength, and ever-present help in trouble (Psalm 46 v1) • Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you (Psalm 55 v22)• Do not fear or be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, help you and uphold you (Isaiah 41 v10)• The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3 v22-23) • JESUS SAID, “I AM WITH YOU ALWAYS”(Matthew 28 v20)If you have any prayer requests, please contact Rev Paul Seabrook on 01603 868217 or write a name on the back of this card and post to 173 Taverham Road, NR8 6SG or DM via the St Edmund's Facebook page
At 7:30pm on Maundy Thursday Rachel will lead a service via livestream to commemorate the final meal, i.e. The Last Supper, that Jesus Christ hosted for his disciples the night before he was arrested and crucified.A service sheet so you can join in is attached to this newsitem. This service will be followed by the invitation to use a home liturgy reflecting on the Last Supper.All welcome
The on-line services that will be available through the St Edmund's Facebook page during Holy Week and Easter 2020 are:Tues 7th April 9.00pm livestream Compline for Holy Week led by ValWed 8th April 10.30am - Rev Phil pre - recorded livestream - Holy Week serviceWed 8th April 9.00pm - Rachel's Holy Week meditation on the PsalmsMaundy Thur 7.30pm Rachel livestream followed by the invitation to use a home liturgy reflecting on the Last SupperMaundy Thur 9.00pm onwards - all night vigil in people's homes - individuals spending one hour during the night in their own homeGood Friday - 2.00pm Last Hour at the Cross - 15 min meditation from Rev Paul followed by invitation for people to keep the hour to 3.00pm at homeEaster Day - 9.30am Rev Phil pre - recorded 'spiritual communion' Easter Day - 11.00am - non - Communion celebration service Rev Paul Sunday 19th April - 10.30am Rev Phil pre - recorded - Jesus appearing to the disciples, Thomas' declaration of faithWe hope you will join us!
Thank you to all those who have donated to Foodbank in the past. These items are needed more than ever now. If you are able to give something, please drop it to The Rectory, 173 Taverham Road and place it in the Foodbank container by the front door.Thank you it will make a huge difference to people in need.Please share.
