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Sunday 1 February: Epiphany 4 - Presentation

Our service will be led by Revd Carol Cooper with Revd Sam Follett preaching

The Epiphany season draws to a close with the Feast of the Presentation (Candlemas). The child who has been manifested to the magi at his birth is now recognized by Simeon and Anna, when he comes to be presented in the Temple according to the Law of Israel.

“ … my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for the glory to your people Israel.” Luke 2: 30-32

Reading and Gospel

Our Old Testament reading is taken from Exodus 15: 22-26. and can be followed on page 66 in our pew bibles. The Lord makes the bitter water sweet but first tests the loyalty and obedience of his people to his word.

In this week’s Gospel reading, we also hear Jesus calling for trust in his authority and compassion when he asks the man by the pool if he wants to be made well. The reading is from John 5: 1-15 and can be followed on page 103 of the New Testament in our pew bibles.

Both passages highlight the importance of not only listening to God’s call but then also responding positively.

Notices

Sunday 1 February 8.00am.  Early Morning Communion – Book of Common Prayer

Sunday 1 February 9.30am.  Morning Communion Service led by Revd Carol Cooper with our new Team Rector, Revd Sam Follett preaching.

Tuesday 10 February 10.00am.  Bisham Church Friends History Talk and Coffee Morning

Wednesday 18 February 7.30pm at All Saints Bisham.  Ash Wednesday Service

Thursday 19 February 11.30am at All Saints’ Marlow.  Funeral service for Anne Morse followed by the wake at The Compleat Angler

Friday 20 February 11.00am at All Saints’ Bisham.  Funeral service for Derek Oliver

Saturday 28 February 10.00am till 4.30pm at Bourne End Community Centre

“A walk through the Old Testament”. For tickets and more info:

https://marlowanglican.churchsuite.com/events/pk19sahu

Thursday 26 March 2026 – time tbc

BBO Big Band at Marlow Rugby Club

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