<b>St Andrew's Notices</b><br><b>Friday night - what a Night!</b>We are very happy the theatre company 'This is My Theatre' chose St Andrew's to spread its Christmas cheer in Worthing with their production of '<b>A Christmas Carol'. </b>On Friday evening, over one hundred guests enjoyed an imaginative rendition of the Dickensian story. The actors brought the classic story of redemption to life through superb acting, audience participation and live music.The sound of carols throughout the performance made the evening so much more special. Photographs will be shared soon.Thank you to Fr Tony, Carole and Veronica who prepared the church for this event, served hot refreshments before the show and during the interval, and tidied up ar the end of the performance. A bit of time to rest before we do it all again on Tuesday, 10th March 2026 when the same company are bringing '<b>Jane Eyre</b>' to St Andrew's. Tickets are already on sale at <a href="https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cuemarketing/1923273">https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cuemarketing/1923273</a><b>Interment of ashes on Tuesday 25th November after Holy Mass at 10:30</b>Michael Harris's ashes will be interred in the Remembrance Garden at St Andrew's, a church where he worshipped for many years. Deacon Rachel Bennett will officiate the interment. Please join us if you can.<br><b>St Andrew's Advent Course</b> - <b>Travelling Light</b>,<b> </b>a four-session journey through the season of Advent. We meet on the following <b>Fridays after Mass: 28th Nov, 5th, 12th & 19th Dec.</b> Please bring a Bible. All Welcome. Further details from Fr Peter at <a href="mailto:peterkane@cantab.net">peterkane@cantab.net</a>. <br><b>Important information regarding the Sick List!</b> This month, we're compiling a new up-to-date sick list. Please add your names to the list at the back of the church. Thank you.<br><br><b>FOR YOUR DIARIES!</b><br><b>Patronal Festival on Saturday, 29th November, 2025 11:30am</b>Please join us for a <b>light celebratory lunch after Holy Mass.</b><b>Christingle Service at St John the Divine West Worthing on Sunday 30th November 4pm</b>Please take a leaflet from the back of the church.<br><b>Gospel of Non-Violence</b>, a talk by Aisling Griffin from Pax Christi and Rev. David Mumford<b>Thursday 4th December 7.30pm</b>Friends Meeting House, 34, Mill Road, Worthing BN11 5D. All are welcome. Further details from David Mumford <<a href="mailto:dmumford@phonecoop.coop">dmumford@phonecoop.coop</a>> <br><b>St John the Divine's Christmas Fair on Saturday 6th December from 10.30am to 1.30pm</b><br><b>Turning Tides' Carol Service on Monday 8th December at St Symphorian’s Church, Durrington</b>Turning Tides is inviting us to their carol service. Doors open at 7:00pm for tombola and information stand, with the service beginning at 7:30pm. Please book your free ticket at <a href="https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/turning-tides/t-njkevxj">https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/turning-tides/t-njkevxj</a> or email <a href="mailto:sarah.clark@turning-tides.org.uk">sarah.clark@turning-tides.org.uk</a> by Monday 1 December 2025.For more information, please see the invitation and poster on the table at the back of the church.<br><b>Christmas Carol Service at St Andrew’s on Tuesday, 9th December 2025 at 7pm</b>St Andrew's congregation are invited to join Our Lady of Sion School's evening carol service.
TODAY! Harvest Festival at St Andrew's followed by lunch in the Church HallMany thanks to everyone who has contributed towards our Thanksgiving lunch today. Thank you to everyone who helped decorating the church, and to everyone who donated the fresh produce. For £1 a bag, you can take your favourite items home after Mass today. Please speak to Carole who will assist with this. All donations will go towards our Harvest Appeal.Harvest Appeal 2025 till the end of October! We are supporting Chestnut Tree House Children's Hospice and Turning Tides. Please use the boxes in the North Aisle for any non-perishable items you might like to donate. As always, thank you for your generosity of spirit.Requiem Mass for Michael HarrisSadly, we have lost another member of our congregation. Mike died very peacefully in hospital on Monday 15th September, just before Dcn Rachel's visit. The funeral will take place on Thursday 9th October, 2025 at 11:30am followed by a refreshments reception in the Church Hall. May he rest in peace! FOR YOUR DIARIES!Get your tickets! 'A Christmas Carol' at St Andrew's on Friday, 21st November 2025 from 7pm -8:30pm. Pease use the link below to buy tickets. If you need help with purchasing a ticket, please speak to the Churchwarden. https://www.thisismytheatre.com/a-christmas-carolPatronal Festival on Saturday, 29th November, 2025 Watch this space for updates.
<b>Safeguarding first!</b>It is wonderful to chat over a hot cup of tea or coffee after Sunday Mass. It is such a pleasure to have our younger members join us for that. As we wouldn't want to introduce disposable lidded cups for hot drinks, please remain vigilant when taking hot drinks to your table. Thank you.<br><b>Our gratitude to Fr Peter for running St Andrew's Bible Study </b>sessions throughout the summer and September. Watch this space for updates on the upcoming <b>Advent Course</b>. <br><b>Requiem Mass for Michael Harris</b>Sadly, we have lost another member of our congregation. Mike died very peacefully in hospital on Monday 15th September, just before Dcn Rachel's visit. The funeral will take place on<b> Thursday 9th October, 2025 at 11:30am </b>followed by a refreshments reception in the Church Hall. <b>May he rest in peace! </b><br><b>FOR YOUR DIARIES!</b><br><b>TODAY 3pm - 4pm at the Chichester Cathedral! Choral Evensong with Installation and Commissioning of the new Archdeacon Revd Dr Tom Carpenter </b>Following the service, refreshments will be served in the South Transept.<br><b>Also TODAY! Creationtide Service 3pm at Ramsay Hall Chapel, Worthing</b>All welcome. The service will be followed by refreshments and a conversation about the future of our planet. For details, please see <b>poster attached</b> or speak to Fr David. <a href="mailto:dmumford@phonecoop.coop">dmumford@phonecoop.coop</a> <br><b>Get your tickets! 'A Christmas Carol' at St Andrew's on Friday, 21st November 2025</b> from 7pm -8:30pm. Pease use the link below to buy tickets. If you need help with purchasing a ticket, please speak to the Churchwarden. <a href="https://www.thisismytheatre.com/a-christmas-carol">https://www.thisismytheatre.com/a-christmas-carol</a><br><b>Patronal Festival on Saturday, 29th November, 2025 </b>Watch this space for updates.<br><b>Harvest Thanksgiving Supper at St John the Divine West Worthing Saturday 4th October Arrive at 6pm for 6:30pm.</b>A minimum donation of £5 will go towards supporting Turning Tides. Tickets are at the back of church. Please talk to one of the Welcomers if you would like a ticket.<br><b>Harvest Festival at St Andrew's on Sunday, 5th October 2025</b> <ul><li><b>Preparing and decorating the church for the festival: </b>Friday 3rd October after Mass from 11am or Saturday 4th October from around 10am.</li><li>There will be a <b>harvest table at the back of church for any non-perishable items you might like to donate. </b>These will be presented to our neighbours, the Turning Tides residents of Evans Court and of the Vicarage. As always, thank you for your generosity of spirit. <b> </b></li><li>On the day of the festival<b>, Sunday Mass will be followed by lunch in the Church Hall.</b> Please add your name to the <b>Harvest List</b> at the back of the church if you are able to attend. We welcome food contributions towards our lunch. Please add your name next to the food items on the Food List at the back of the church.</li></ul>
