In Matthew 4 1-4, we read how Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. Although Jesus had fasted for forty days and nights and was famished, he did not follow the devil's temptation to turn stones into loaves of bread.
He answered instead: "One does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God"
During Lent, exploring the Bible and reading the Scriptures more deeply can help us all to draw nearer to God and to nourish our souls.
Reading and Gospel
Our Old Testament reading this week is taken from Exodus 16: 4-5 and 13-21 and starts on page 67 in our pew bibles.
The Lord sustains the Israelites on their journey out of Egypt providing meat (quail) to eat in the evening and bread (manna) for the morning.
The Gospel reading from John 6: 27-35 is on page 105 of the New Testament in our pew bibles.
Jesus explains to the crowd that it is God who gives us the true bread from heaven and that they must all work for the food that endures for eternal life.
Jesus said to them "Whoever comes to me will never be hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty" (verse 35)
Notices
Help please. The Church Cleaning Team does a fabulous job looking after our church. But we do urgently need at least two more people to join the team. If you think you can help, then please get in touch with Carol or Mark.
Sunday 8 March 9.30am
Morning Communion Service
Tuesday 10 March 10.00am – 12.00pm
Bisham Church Friends Coffee Morning and History Talk – The Hoby family comes to Bisham
Saturday 14 March 7.00pm at All Saints' Church, Marlow
THE ST MATTHEW PASSION: The Chiltern Camerata and Consort are performing the St Matthew Passion by J.S. Bach. The musicians include Marlow residents Hugh Robson, Ruth Naylor, Carol Gibberd and Jeremy and Geraldine Rowe. Tickets £16 (£4 for Under 18s) from chiltern-camerata.org.uk or on the door. This is a wonderful opportunity to support local live music whilst experiencing the spirituality of the Lenten Gospel through Bach's exquisite music.
Sunday 15 March 9.30am
Morning Communion Service
Sunday 22 March 9.30am
Morning Communion Service
Thursday 26 March 20.15pm at Marlow Rugby Club, SL7 1QU
BBO Big Band: 17 piece swing and jazz band plus 2 all-star vocalists – fund raising concert for Bisham Church Friends. Tickets £10 - pay at the door. Free car park.
Sunday 29 March 9.30am
Palm Sunday - Morning Communion Service
Sunday 5 April 6.00am at All Saints' Bisham (not 6.30am as shown in Bisham Together)
Sunrise Service in the Churchyard
Join us for our traditional Easter Sunday Sunrise Service, held at dawn to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and to begin Easter Day with reflection, worship, and gratitude. We will gather outdoors at 6am as the day begins to break, sharing Bible readings that recall Mary's visit to the empty tomb and the hope brought by the risen Christ. As we watch the sun rise, we are reminded of new life and the triumph of light over darkness. After this time together outside, we will move into the church to continue the service and share in Holy Communion.
Sunday 5 April 9.30am at All Saints' Bisham
All Age Easter Communion Service
This Easter Communion service is for the whole church family — people of every age, gathering to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. The service is designed to be accessible and engaging for everyone, with a shorter, interactive talk and opportunities for children and adults alike to take part. At the same time, we will keep the familiar shape of our worship, with prayers, readings, hymns, and the sharing of Holy Communion as we celebrate the good news of Easter together.
Thursday 30 April 10.00am – 12.00pm
Bisham Church Friends Coffee Morning and History Talk – The Vansittarts buy the Bisham Estate
Thank you for reading this week's, Pew News.
With love.
Mark and Carol