“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11 : 28Readings this week Zechariah 9 : 9 - 12; Romans 7 : 15 -25a; Matthew 11 : 16 – 19, 25 -endThought for this week In our churches we have always highlighted our ministry to children, with Mustard Tree Church, Prayer Spaces, and our Schools work. The children’s ministry to us, as adults, is an important part of our own discipleship. They have so much to teach us about being disciples of Jesus. About trust, integrity, and faith in who the Lord is. And of His love, because I believe children see the difference His love makes.We know from the Bible children have a very special place in Jesus’ heart. In our Gospel reading Jesus speaks of how much the Father has already revealed to children, who perceive without prejudice, without the baggage of responsibility, and pre – conceptions.Jesus welcomed the children to Him, not because they were vulnerable or in need, but because they are wise, and open to the Father’s heart of truth and love. They are open to all the Father is, and all He longs to give us. If we have children in our life, let us treasure them, and help them to express their faith. Children so often show us the way to the Father’s heart. Children are open, trusting, and know what is most important. Let us help them to meet with Jesus, know Him and grow in His love.Rev PaulPrayer for this weekAlmighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of the Church is governed and sanctified: hear our prayer which we offer for all your faithful people, that in their vocation and ministry they may serve you in holiness and truth to the glory of your name; through our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, AmenAlmighty God, send down upon your Church the riches of your Spirit, and kindle in all who minister the gospel your countless gifts of grace; through Jesus Christ our Lord. AmenWe give thanks for…..The connections and conversations we have with our communitiesFor the freedom we have to worship and read the BibleFor those who are new to our services and Bible groups
The following services will be available via the St Ed's Facebook page or by attendance (as stated below). Sunday 5th July 9:30 am Mustard Tree Church– informal service for families and children (at St Ed’s) Sunday 5th July 11:15 am Holy Communion (at St Ed’s) Monday 6th July 8.30 am Langley Prayers (at St Ed’s) Monday 6th July 5.00 pm Evening prayers (at St Ed’s) Tuesday 7th July 10:00 am til 12 noon Community Café (at St Ed’s) Tuesday 7th July 6:00 pm Rspace (at St Ed’s) Wednesday 8th July 10:30 am Holy Communion (at St Ed’s ) Thursday 9th July 9.00am Church caretaking team (at St Ed’s ) Thursday 9th July 7.00pm Compline (at St Ed’s) Friday 10th July 9:30 am to12.00 noon Arts and Craft Group , - bring anything – art or craft - you fancy doing and coffee and tea are provided. (at Trinity church) Also Sunday 12th July 2026. At St Ed’s 8:00 am Holy Communion, 9:30 am Mustard Tree, 11:15 am Service of the word On-line 11:15 livestream service At St Peter’s 10:30 Holy Communion followed by refreshments on-line services, watch live if you are able --- or join later on 'catch up'. Everyone welcome. Additionally Ringland: future services/events for Ringland St Peter’s: July 12th 10:30 am Holy Communion followed by refreshments (at St Peter’s) July 25th Wedding (at St Peter’s) July 26th 3pm The Gathering @ Ringland (at St Peter’s) Streams is an initiative from the Diocese encouraging us to share our stories of faith and the Lord’s love in our lives, and to help us to listen to one another in our life journey. A number of groups are forming for us to tell one another our stories. Further details Rev Paul Deanery Synod Social – a visit to the Julian Shrine on Wednesday 8th July 6.00pm. Details from Rev Paul Cursillo Are you interested in Cursillo? A Christian discipleship weekend held in September? Details : Rev Stella 07815 089704 Our Churchwardens were sworn in for both our churches on Thursday 2nd. Please pray for David, Sue, Sue and Dian in their calling
“Anyone who welcomes you welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me. Matthew 10 : 40Readings this week Jeremiah 28 : 5 - 9; Romans 6 : 12 - end; Matthew 10: 40 - endThought for this week Jesus speaks about the reward for those who give a cup of cold water to a disciple. It seems such a small thing, although in recent days cold water has been very welcome.Yet it is an act of compassion, and common humanity. It also shows how Jesus holds His disciples so dearly, how they are so greatly valued. His disciples are His people. The carriers of His mission. The ones who carry His name in the world. The bearers and bringers of the Good News. We are Jesus’ disciples when we believe in Him and live our lives for Him. Maybe we need to be reminded frequently of how Jesus treasures us and stays with us. Not through any merits of our own, but because we are His people in his world.A cup of cold water can feel like a life – saver on a hot day. How humbling that through Jesus’ love for the whole world, He calls us to bring His love to those who are hurting, who are broken, who need healing. People like us, who can take Jesus’ life to other people like us! Jesus who has won for us forgiveness and new life through the Cross. He has done it all. Yet He goes on loving us, so the world may hear and believe. Rev PaulPrayer for this weekO God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy: increase and multiply upon us your mercy; that with you as our ruler and guide we may so pass through things temporal that we lose not our hold on things eternal; grant this, heavenly Father, for our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, AmenGracious Father, by the obedience of Jesus you brought salvation to our wayward world: draw us into harmony with your will, that we may find all things restored in him, our Saviour Jesus Christ. AmenWe give thanks for….. For those who have continued to work in the hot weather and have continued to serve us in all that we needFor the clean water we have abundantly
The following services will be available via the St Ed's Facebook page or by attendance (as stated below). Sunday 28th June 8:00 am Holy Communion (at St Ed’s)Sunday 28th June 9:30 am Mustard Tree Church– informal service for families and children (at St Ed’s)Sunday 28th June 11:15 am Service of the Word (at St Ed’s)Sunday 28th June 11:15 am Online Sunday service (livestream) Sunday 28th June 3:00 pm The Gathering@Ringland (Informal Garden Church) (at St Peter’s)Monday 29th June 5.00 pm Evening prayers (at St Ed’s)Tuesday 30th June 10:00 am til 12 noon Community Café (at St Ed’s)Tuesday 30th June 6:00 pm Rspace (at St Ed’s)Wednesday 1st July 10:30 am Holy Communion (at St Ed’s )Thursday 2nd July 9.00am Church caretaking team (at St Ed’s )Thursday 2nd July 7.00pm Compline (at St Ed’s) Friday 3rd July 9:30 am to12.00 noon Arts and Craft Group , - bring anything – art or craft - you fancy doing and coffee and tea are provided. (at Trinity church)Also Sunday 5th July 2026. At St Ed’s 9:30 am Mustard Tree, 11:15 am Holy Communionon-line services, watch live if you are able --- or join later on 'catch up'.Everyone welcome.AdditionallyRingland: future services/events for Ringland St Peter’s: June 28th 3pm The Gathering @ Ringland (at St Peter’s)July 12th 10:30 am Holy Communion followed by refreshments (at St Peter’s)Streams is an initiative from the Diocese encouraging us to share our stories of faith and the Lord’s love in our lives, and to help us to listen to one another in our life journey. We have begun to explore this in a variety of ways. At our recent Confirmation the candidates were encouraged to write their testimony and share their story in written form. It would be great if anyone would like to do this as a written piece, or even to be read in a service. Please speak to Rev Paul. Also a group have come together to venture down to Taverham Mill and sit and share together. Again please let Rev Paul or the Churchwardens know if you would like to join a similar group.This is something that lends itself to creative ideas. Any suggestions would be very welcome!Deanery Synod Social – a visit to the Julian Shrine on Wednesday 8th July 6.00pm. Details from Rev PaulCursillo Are you interested in Cursillo? A Christian discipleship weekend held in September? Details : Rev Stella 07815 089704
