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A very Happy Easter to you allST MICHAEL’S CHURCH, ALNWICK

10TH JUNE 2018. THE SECOND SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY

WELCOME!A very warm welcome to St Michael’s – especially if you are with us for the first time. Please do stay behind after the 9.30 service for tea/coffee and a chat. If you receive

Communion at your own church, you are invited to do so here or, if you would prefer, you are welcome to come forward for a blessing.

Large print books and a loop system are available.This leaflet gives details of readings, services and other events in the near future –

please take it home with you to read and then use as a reference for the coming days.

8.00 am HOLY COMMUNION

President and Preacher The Rev’d Canon Alan CraigPreacher John CookeReader Holly PetrieHolly Petrie

9.30 am PARISH EASTER EUCHARIST, WITH BLESSING OF THE EASTER GARDEN INTROIT HYMN 218 Thine be the glory9 When morning gilds the skies Omit verses 2 & 3President The Rev’d Canon Alan Craig

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLEParents with babies and very small children are most welcome to take them to the Children’s Corner (at the back of church) at any time.

1ST READING Isaiah 25:6-9Genesis 3:8-15 Reader: Richard DaleCatherine Hughes

(Page 662 3 of the Old Old Testament in the pew Bible)Eve and Adam had eaten the forbidden fruit of the Paradise Garden, in this ancient story attempting to explain how human sin corrupts God’s perfect creation. Our Gospel similarly speaks of the sin that is present in the world.

2ND READING Acts 10:34-432 Corinthians 4:13 to 5:1 Reader: Dee RamsayJean Darby

(Page 126 177 of the New Testament in the pew Bible)Paul has been contrasting the frailty of our bodies with the spiritual strength we are given. His letter continues with the thought that God constantly renews us and the hope of eternal glory outweighs all our present troublesThis is a small part of the story of Peter and a centurion of the Roman occupying army, when the Gospel first reached beyond the Jews. The teaching sums up Jesus’ old and new life.

GRADUAL 747 O God, you search me and you know me

THE GOSPEL John Mark 3:20-35 20:1-18 (Page 111 36 of the New Testament in the Pew Bible)Two memorable references to Jesus’ family bracket this moment of serious controversy in his teaching, when he is accused of representing evil rather than good..

SERMON John CookeThe Rev’d Canon Alan Craig

PRAYERS Intercessor The Rev’d Canon Paul ScottJohn Cooke

OFFERTORY HYMN 194 Alleluia! Alleluia! Hearts to heaven and voices raise624Faith overcomes! The light of Christ is shining

COMMUNION HYMN 212 New the green blade rises from the buried grain723 Loved with everlasting love

CLOSING HYMN 197 Alleluia, alleluia give thanks to the risen Lord806There’s a wideness in God’s mercy

11.15 am HOLY COMMUNION AT DENWICK

President and Preacher The Rev’d Canon Paul Scott

2.00 pm and 3.00 pm HOLY BAPTISM Please pray for:Elia KennedyElla Beatrice Amaira

4.00 pm Year 7 Plus group in the Parish Hall4.00 pm Easter Day Afternoon Tea in the Parish Hall

6.00 pm SUNG EVENSONG (BCP, 1662)Readings: Ezekiel 37:1-14 Jeremiah 6:16-21 (Page 820 717 of the Old Testament in the pew Bible)

Luke 24:13-35Romans 9:1-13 (Page 15486 of the New Testament in the pew Bible)Reader: Vivienne GravesPatricia Kind

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Office The Rev’d Canon Paul ScottThe Rev’d Colin PerkinsPreacher The Rev’d Colin PerkinsAnnette PlayleHymns 205 Jesus Christ is risen today, Alleluia649 God of mercy, God of grace

66, vv 1-11Psalm 37, vv 1-11 (Page 4389 of the small Prayer Book)216 The day of resurrection300 Glory to you, O God

200 Christ the Lord is risen again725 Make me a channel of your peace

221 Ye choirs of new Jerusalem730 My God, I love thee

FOR YOUR PRAYERS THIS WEEK That we may strive for unity of purpose in all we do The work of the Mothers’ Union All who work for peace and justice Thanks for the beauty of nature Peter, our Archdeacon

FOR YOUR PRAYERS THIS WEEK That we may walk with Christ during this Holy Weeknks for the triumph of

Christ over death and the grave All who are visiting Alnwick over the Easter breakThose whose lives are

blighted by warfare and unrest All who kindly volunteer to act as stewards and welcomers in our ChurchDe-

parted loved ones St Michael’s C. of E. Primary School – and especially the Holy Week Activity

Day here on TuesdayThe ongoing situation in Syria Thanks for the precious gift of Holy CommunionAlan, our Organist and the

Choir

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WORSHIP AND EVENTS THIS WEEK

Wed 13th 10.15 am Holy Communion7.00 pm Alnwick Deanery Mothers’ Union Festival in St Michael’s

Thurs 14th 9.30 am Mini Michaels

Next Sunday 8th 17th June April The 3rd Sunday after Trinity

8.00 am Holy Communion, BCP Ezekiel 17:22-24 CW 5385982 Corinthians 5:6-10 & 14-17 CW 60039Mark 4:26-34 CW 600

9.30 am Parish Parish Eucharist

11.15 Late Morning Worship

11.15 am Late Morning Worship

11.15 am Holy Communion at Denwick

4.00 pm Easter Vestry & Annual Meeting, Preceded by tea & cake

6.00 pm Sung Evensong, BCP 1662 Genesis 3:8-15; Galatians 4:1-5Jeremiah 7:1-16; Romans 9:14-26

GREEN TOPS FROM MILK-BOTTLES Once again, we have found somewhere that can make use of these tops. Please put them in the small kitchen as before, from where they will be collected. Many thanks

Plans are well under way for oOur STEWARDING SEASON which began last week. Currently we are short of people to welcome visitors on Thursday and Friday afternoons. If you can help – either weekly or fortnightly – please speak with Cath McNally. Thank you

HOLY ISLAND Date - June 9th confirmed. A varied group from St Michael's is booked at the St Cuthbert's Centre for what should be an excellent day. As well as opportunities for prayer and reflection, there will be craft activities, walks, (orchids, history, birds), an opportunity to look more deeply at a Bible passage, and of course time to relax and chat. There will be the added bonus of being there when the tide is in. The cost is £8, and we are encouraged to share transport where possible. Please contact Sue Allen on 01665 605361 or [email protected] if you would like to go.

This Wednesday evening at 7.00 pm St Michael’s hosts the ALNWICK DEANERY MOTHERS’ UNION FESTIVAL. The preacher

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will be the Rev’d Alison Hardy, the newly appointed Area Dean of Alnwick and the service will be followed by refreshments.This service is open to all and members of our own branch extend a warm welcome to everyone to join them for this special occasion.

GERARD RUNDELL, our Curate-designate, his wife Karen and their children Theo and Phoebe, have now moved into Allerburn Lea. Please keep them all in your prayers as a new chapter in their lives begins and as the day draws nearer for Gerard’s ordination as Deacon on 30 th June. We look forward to a WELCOME RECEPTION for the Rundell family after our First Sunday Eucharist on Sunday 1st July.

The weekend of 6th-9th September will see great excitement and activity across our Diocese as the PATHWAYS MISSION takes place. Headed by the Archbishop of York and a host of other bishops, the whole of the Diocese will be visited. Lots of activities are planned for ALNWICK DEANERY and more details will be made known soon. Please pray for this important initiative and keep the dates free.

God of mission, who alone brings growth to your Church, use our Pathways Mission to grow your Church in Newcastle Diocese in numbers, in spiritual commitment to you and in loving service to our local communities. Give vision to our planning and wisdom to our actions. Send us, empowered by your Holy Spirit, to bring hope to all we meet, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

Congratulations to the winners in the 27th May PARISH HALL DRAW. They are: £20 – No 19 Susan Trafford, £10 – No.5 Pat Tweed, £5 – No.30 Lynne Moir.

St Michaels and friends young people YEAR 7 PLUS GROUP will meet today Sunday 10th June at 4 p.m. in the Parish Hall. details from Claire Mead [email protected] or Henry Playle.

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A CENTENARY PROJECTThis year sees the 100th Anniversary of the ending of the FIRST WORLD WAR. We have plans to produce a display of knitted (or crocheted) poppies with one for each life that was lost from Alnwick & Denwick over the four years of the conflict. We are currently researching how many poppies this will involve – but we know that it will be a considerable number. If you would like to be involved in producing some poppies towards the display please have a word with Cath McNally who will be happy to supply you with a copy of the pattern.

A message from Michelle Duff. Please note that next week 's CRAFT NIGHT at my house is cancelled, sorry for short notice but I will be just out of hospital, no major problem, just routine. Jane Brown has offered to host at her house instead – please let her know if you are coming. See you all next month. Michelle

ANNA BROWN is getting married on 30th June at St Michael's Church, Felton at 12 noon. We would be delighted if you could join us for the service and share a cup of tea and cake afterwards. We have valued your support and prayers for Anna over the years and would love to see you there. Many thanks, Jane Brown

A message from Christians Together in Alnwick, via John Knight and Sue Wiltshire about GREEN BATT GARDEN . Could you spare an hour on Saturday 7th April to help to make this

garden lovely? No experience necessary, please just come along, you would be much appreciated.

Thanks

A sincere ‘THANK YOU ’ to all who have given so generously of their time, talents and money to help make St. Michael’s look so splendid for this, the greatest day of the Church year. As we worship in the beauty of holiness we are reminded that all the effort is offered to the glory of

God and the joyful celebration of his resurrected Son.

Many thanks to all who took LENT BOXES and have saved for the work of the CHURCH MISSION SOCIETY . It would be a great help if boxes could be returned to church as soon as possible.

This afternoon at 4.00 pm we have our Easter Day Afternoon Tea in the Parish Hall. Even at this late hour, we could still cater for one or two more. If you

would like to come, please speak to Pat Taylor or Jean Darby.

You will be pleased to know that we have a new RICOH PHOTOCOPIER in the parish office. Over the last three months or so, we have been helped by so many generous people and organisations to do printing and copying for St Michael’s. Many thanks to everyone – those who have helped, and those who have been

patient!

The April Prayer Diary and the Easter edition of THE GATEWAY (our Parish magazine) is are now available at the back of church.on sale at the back of church, price £1.

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The revised ELECTORAL ROLL is on display today – please check your details for correctness, and inform Anne Cooke of any discrepancies. Note that no new names may be added now until

after the APCM, which is at 4.00 pm next Sunday in the Parish Hall.

Please note that there is an intermittent problem with the office telephone. Until the problem is resolved, If you have difficulty getting through on the land line, please email or call the office on

a Thursday between 10.00 pm and 4.00 pm using mobile number 07709564010.

Parish Hall CaretakerApplications are invited for the post of caretaker for St Michael’s Parish Hall, Walkergate.

Accommodation in the Parish Hall Flat is provided for a nominal rent.Apply in writing by Tuesday April 3rd to: The Vicarage, Howling Lane, Alnwick, NE66 1DH

FUTURE DIARY DATES – MAKE A NOTE OF THEM NOW Wed 11th 2.00 pm Mothers’ Union in church

Fri 13th 10.00 am Contagious Easter Activity morning at Methodist Church

Sat 14th 7.30 pm Northumbria Sinfonietta concert in St Michael’s

Thurs 19th 7.00 pm Baptism Preparation in church

Tues 19th June 10.00 am Funeral of Betty Miller

Wed 20th June 10.15 am Holy Communion in St Michael’s Primary School

Sat 23rd June 11.00 am Messy Church in Parish Hall. Lunch included.2.00 pm Wedding of Alexis Birchall & Kate Smith

Tues 26th June 9.30 am Gateway planning meeting in Parish Room

Sat 30th June 4.00 pm Ordination as Deacon of Gerard Rundell at St Nicholas’ Cathedral, Newcastle

If you are a UK taxpayer, St Michael’s can benefit to the tune of 25p for each £1.00 donated by Gift Aid. Please use the brown envelopes which you will find at the end of

each pew. Thank you.

Vicar: The Rev’d Canon Paul Scott Parish website: www.alnwickanglican.com

For enquiries about The Parish Hall,please telephone Florie or Paul on 07424272903 or email [email protected]

The Parish of St Michael & St Paul is a Registered Charity, No. 1131297

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