This weekend’s Bible readings:
Acts 17:22-31 (p 1113) John 14:15-21 (p 1082)
Roof work completed at All Saints:
Praise God, the work on the roof at All Saints has been completed successfully, without significant complications, and on time. The protection inside the church has been removed and the scaffolding will come down as soon as the architect has inspected the work. Our thanks go to Ray, who has overseen the work and taken care of the team of roofers during the project.
Knit & Natter group:
If you like knitting or crocheting, come and join us in the Sargent room (at the back of Standon Village Hall) any time between 1pm and 3.30pm, usually on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Tea & cakes will be available. Our next meeting is on Thursday 14th May. For more information please contact Diane on 01920 821130.
Holiday Bible Club 2026 ‘God’s People and the Temple of the Rising Son’:
Bookings are now open for our Holiday Bible Club, which will run from 24th to 27th August. Luke and Lizzy S will lead it again, with help from Jenny and the home team. Please pass the word to any children (reception to Y6) you know, and if you would be willing to help on some or all of the days, please speak to Caroline. A link to the booking form is on our website.
M&Ms take a break:
The M&Ms home group will be taking a break during May and will resume in June.
Standon Open Gardens 13th June:
FOSM’s biggest fundraiser of the year, Standon Open Gardens will take place once again on the second Saturday in June. If you would like to help, please speak to one of the FOSM committee. If you can bake for the teas in the Village Hall or at Diana’s, please let Stephanie or Diana know.
Concert in All Saints 14th June:
V Smith, whose whole family has contributed in the past to our ‘For One Night Only’ concerts in All Saints, will be performing with other local musicians in All Saints on 14th June at 3.00. This concert will count towards her Gold Arts Award. Entry will be free, with a retiring collection for the church. There will be refreshments served after the concert.
Services for the next few weeks:
Midweek services each week:
Tuesdays, 9.30am Holy Communion (BCP) & Bible study, St Catherine’s
Wednesdays, 9.30 am Morning worship & Bible study, St Mary’s
Sunday services:
10th May 10.30 am Holy communion, St Mary’s
17th May 8.00 am Holy Communion, St Mary’s
10.30 am Holy Communion, All Saints
24th May 10.30 am All age worship, St Mary’s
31st May 10.30 am Morning worship, St Catherine’s
7th June 8.00 am Holy Communion, St Mary’s
10.30 am Morning worship, All Saints
14th June 10.30 am Holy communion, St Mary’s
Please note there will be no choral evensong in May.
Dates & meetings coming up:
20th May, 5.00 pm Benefice finance committee meeting, The Old Top Shop
24th May, 3.00 pm Wedding rehearsal, St Mary’s
26th May, 12.30 pm Wedding of Elizabeth Whomsley & Sam Brown, St Mary’s
27th May, 12.30 pm Midweek Music, St Mary’s
2nd June, 7.30 pm PCC meetings, St Catherine’s