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Gt. Massingham

Mary & the Angel Gabriel

 

 

 

 

 

"I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people." Luke 2.10


PRAY for UKRAINE

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell have condemned

the Russian attack on Ukraine as “an act of great evil”.

They are urging Christians to pray for Ukraine, Russia and for peace. 

A special prayer is here : https://www.24-7prayer.com/a-prayer-for-the-crisis-in-ukraine/


FRIDAY MARCH 17th 2.00 - 4.00 pm

WILDOAK WORKSHOP -- SPRINGTIME BOUQUET 

ALL SAINTS CHURCH, ASHWICKEN

SPRINGTIME WILD BOUQUET WORKSHOP FOR MOTHER’S DAY

Come and join Katie from Wild Oak Workshops at All Saints Church, Ashwicken, also known as The Church in the Fields, to create your very own natural and seasonal bouquet to celebrate Mother’s Day. Gather your friends, bring your treasured Mamma, Grannies and Granddaughters to create together. You will find yourself reconnecting to Mother Nature as Katie shares with you fascinating seasonal facts about this special time of year. All blooms have been carefully chosen for the symbology of Motherhood, wrapped in locally harvested wild foliage and deliciously scented blooms. From fresh stems of lilies, roses, freesias, veronicas, to masses of eucalyptus, Spring hedgerow accents of pussy willow and wild saplings. During the workshop, Katie guides you through the creative process and teaches you the art of the hand-tied bouquet while you relax and enjoy the therapeutic, natural aromas as you create with nature. At the end of the workshop you’ll marvel at your divine bouquets made by you, especially for you! Included are all seasonal flowers, foliage, wrapping and ribbon - and warming refreshments and cake!

£40 per person single ticket. Book on line at https://wildoakworkshops.com/workshops (scroll down)

Deadline is Friday 10th March 2023 by 5pm


LENT COURSE

TUESDAYS 7,14,21, & 28th MARCH 11.00 - 12.30 PM

courtesy KIM & ALAN FRAZER, COBWEBS, STATION ROAD, GT MASSINGHAM

THURSDAYS 2,9,16,23 & 30th MARCH 7.00-8.30 pm

courtesy DICKIE & ROSEMARIE BOWERS, ORCHARD HOUSE, LYNN RD GRIMSTON.

more details from :revdsuemartin@gmail.com or   joysmith61@btinternet.com


SATURDAY 18th MARCH 10 - 12.00 am

A COFFEE MORNING FOR MOTHERING SUNDAY

ST MARY, GT MASSINGHAM

 

 


VSUNDAY APRIL 2nd - SUNDAY 9th

HOLY WEEK

ALL OUR EASTER SERVICES ARE ON THE CALENDAR

 

Contact your local Church if you would like to dedicate Lilies for a loved one.

 


WEDNESDAY 5th APRIL 11.00 - 1.00 pm

CHILDREN'S EASTER CRAFT EVENT

ST BOTOLPH, GRIMSTON

 

 


SATURDAY APRIL 22nd 2.00 pm.

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR REVD. JULIAN THOMPSON

ST MARY'S, GT MASSINGHAM

We are deeply sorry to announce the death of Revd.Julian.

After a short illness, he suddenly passed away surounded by his family on Jan 2nd.

He played such a large part in St Mary's and St Andrew's in the Massinghams and was very involved in village life.

 

 

Dear Lord, 

Bless all of us who mourn for Julian with the comfort of your love. That we may face each new day with hope and the certainty that

nothing can destroy the good that has been given. May our memories be joyful, of days enriched by his friendship, and our lives encircled by his grace.

Amen

The eulogy given by his children at the funeral service can be read here.


Holding a street party to celebrate the Coronation? You might need a ...SUNDAY MAY 7th

CORONATION SUNDAY

SPECIAL SERVICES IN CHURCH.

 

 

 


ST MARY'S, GT MASSINGHAM

CLOCK APPEAL

 

Unfortunately the clock needs repairing at a cost of £1500.00. At present we are unable to meet this .

If you are able to make a donation towards this or have any fundraising ideas please call

Steve Hudson, Churchwarden on 07949 989977 or Alan Frazer, treasurer on 07917 867847. Thank You.

....whilst we have your attention - we very much need additional help with the Church cleaning and Church flowers.

If you can lend a hand with either or both of these on a rota system, please call 07896 040971 .

It's also a good time for a coffee and a chat.


Image result for Food Bank ItemsJUBILEE HALL FRIDAY'S 1- 3.00 pm

GAYTON FOOD BANK

Now open in Gayton. (There is also a Food Bank at St Mary's Church Gt Massingham.)

Supporting people in our village and a joint venture with the Church and the Jubilee Hall.

We are asking for donations of non-perishable foods and toiletries. They can be left in Churchor Jubillee hall or the garage shop or Jubillee hall or the garage shop.  To receive a bag of supplies, visit Jubilee Hall between 1 - 3.00 pm on Fridays.


WEDNESDAYS from NOVEMBER 2nd 13.30 - 15.00

WARM WEDNESDAYS

ST MARY, GT MASSINGHAM in the VILLAGE HALL

 

Gt Massingham Village Hall have kindly offered the bar area as a warm space

where the Church Wednesday Volunteers will be serving tea, coffe and cakes.

Starting on Wednesday 2nd November there will be a warm space and a warm welcome for everyone.


Image result for Open Garden SignSAT/SUNDAY JUNE 24/25th

HARPLEY OPEN GARDENS

ST LAWRENCE, HARPLEY

 

An advance notice of this biennial event. If you can help in any way please call Gina Wagg 01485 520153

 


JANUARY 2023 - JUNE 2023

MAJOR BUILDING WORKED - CHURCH CLOSED

ST ANDREW'S, CONGHAM

If you have wandered through Congham churchyard in recent weeks you will have seen that scaffolding has been erected around the church. Major building works commenced in the first week of the new year. It is expected that the work will be completed in the early summer. Essential repairs are being carried out on the roof and bell tower and the roof will be re-tiled. There will also be improvements to the electrical wiring, heating and lighting. All of this work is needed to ensure that our much loved historic church building is preserved for the future as a place of
worship and a resource for all the community.

Pedestrian access to the churchyard will still be open via the Church Walk and down the lane from Church Hill.
Sadly we will be unable to hold our popular Coffee and Cake sessions while the church is closed. Keep your eyes peeled for updates in the Village Link, website and notice boards!


From the Church Registers of Baptisms,Weddings and Funerals

An archive of the year's entries in the Church Registers is on the  "From the Church Registers" page. Follow the links for 2018/2017 and 2016..

FOR AN OVERVIEW OF NEWS THE YEAR 2021 AND PREVIOUS YEARS CHECK "THE ARCHIVED NEWS" CLICK HERE


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