NEWS
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Pews News. Includes details of services and events happening during the week.
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Confirmation Service for the Mission Community
We are planning to hold a Confirmation service soon after Christmas with our Bishop leading the service. Anyone who would be interested in finding out more about confirmation (and/or baptism), please speak with Clive (01297) 792120
We are planning to hold a Confirmation service soon after Christmas with our Bishop leading the service. Anyone who would be interested in finding out more about confirmation (and/or baptism), please speak with Clive (01297) 792120
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Children in Church! It could get Messy!
We’d like to encourage children to enjoy the church so we are looking to start a Messy Church, an informal activity–based session after school. Messy Church was founded by The Bible Reading Fellowship and there are over 3000 Messy Churches across the UK and around the world. If you are interested in helping or just finding out more we are holding meeting on 31st October in the Minster at 5pm, so please pop along and find out more or contact Cate Edmonds |
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The Minster Past and Future - 24 October, 6:30pm
An open meeting will be held in the Minster on the evening of Wednesday 24 October.
Part of the evening will be opportunity to hear about the plans for redeveloping the facilities of the Minster.
This is an important opportunity to discuss vital aspects of the physical development of the Minster. Please book the date in your diary and come and make your thoughts known.
An open meeting will be held in the Minster on the evening of Wednesday 24 October.
Part of the evening will be opportunity to hear about the plans for redeveloping the facilities of the Minster.
This is an important opportunity to discuss vital aspects of the physical development of the Minster. Please book the date in your diary and come and make your thoughts known.
"60 years with wildlife: conserving elephants, crocodiles, rhinos and orang-utans".
A fantastic talk by Dr John Sale on Friday 19 October. More details ....
A fantastic talk by Dr John Sale on Friday 19 October. More details ....
Minster Opening
Due to continued vandalism and damage to the Minster we have reluctantly been forced to take the decision only to open the church when it can be manned, effectively meaning that it will be closed during the day for the majority of the time. This is not a decision taken lightly as we know the Minster is frequently visited by lovely people and genuine users. This situation will apply until we can provide CCTV security, which we are working hard to achieve. We hope to have appropriate measures in place shortly and to be able to re-open for visitors.
Due to continued vandalism and damage to the Minster we have reluctantly been forced to take the decision only to open the church when it can be manned, effectively meaning that it will be closed during the day for the majority of the time. This is not a decision taken lightly as we know the Minster is frequently visited by lovely people and genuine users. This situation will apply until we can provide CCTV security, which we are working hard to achieve. We hope to have appropriate measures in place shortly and to be able to re-open for visitors.
Christmas Home Communion
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Many people like to make a special effort to take Holy Communion at Christmas.
If you are unable to travel to church because of frailty or ill-health there is a dedicated team, one of whom can ensure that you receive Holy Communion at home. We would love to hear from you or those who care for you. Please contact Mary Harding by phone (01297 32155) or via our Contact page as early as possible as Christmas diaries soon get full up! |
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On Sunday, 4 August 1918, the fourth anniversary of the declaration of war, King George V and Queen Mary joined members of the House of Commons and the House of Lords for a special service at the Church of Saint Margaret, Westminster. The King had asked that 4 August 1918 should be observed as a National Day of Prayer: 100 days later the war ended.
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On 4 August 2018 churches across the country, across the spectrum of denominations, started 100 days of prayer, peace and reconciliation. We are calling this Remembrance 100 . There are many ways in which you can join in. Go to the Remembrance 100 website for more information and resources: sign up for 100 Days of Peace and Hope daily prayer emails, and a lot more.
See other News items on how the Mission Community is involved in marking the Century of the End of the First World War.
See other News items on how the Mission Community is involved in marking the Century of the End of the First World War.
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Early Autumn is the time to give thanks to God for the abundance of the natural world and for the food farmers produce.
The churches across the Mission Community will be celebrating Harvest during September and October. Click here for more details. |
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Where is Melanesia? And why did Rev. Preb Cate Edmonds spend three weeks there in the summer?
Read her story here. |
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There But Not There
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Remembering the End of the First World War.
The churches across the Axminister Valley Mission Community will be involved in events and services to mark the Century of the End of the First World War. All Saints - details of the beacon and bells. Chardstock - concert on Saturday 10 November Please check for updates and further information. |
Recently added
Minutes of Churchwardens meetings are now available for download from the Documents page.
Website of the Month. Go to the Links page to find out more.
Minutes of Churchwardens meetings are now available for download from the Documents page.
Website of the Month. Go to the Links page to find out more.
The Church leads on Green Energy
More than 5,500 churches including AVMC churches and some of the UK’s most famous cathedrals have converted to renewable power to help tackle climate change.
This article in The Guardian explains how and why churches are switching to renewable sourced electricity.
(Axe Valley Mission Community is not responsible for the content of external websites)
More than 5,500 churches including AVMC churches and some of the UK’s most famous cathedrals have converted to renewable power to help tackle climate change.
This article in The Guardian explains how and why churches are switching to renewable sourced electricity.
(Axe Valley Mission Community is not responsible for the content of external websites)
GDPR Privacy Notice. For details on the Mission Community's policy on Data Privacy go to the Documents page to view the document.
Music at the Minister
Now in it's 34 year. A series of lunchtime concerts on Thursdays between May and October. For full details go to the What's On Noticeboard.
Now in it's 34 year. A series of lunchtime concerts on Thursdays between May and October. For full details go to the What's On Noticeboard.
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York letter to the Church for Holy Week 2018.
In their pastoral letter Justin Welby and John Sentamu address issues within the wider Church of England that have recently been in the press and on the television. It is also a letter of encouragement.
Click here to read their letter.
In their pastoral letter Justin Welby and John Sentamu address issues within the wider Church of England that have recently been in the press and on the television. It is also a letter of encouragement.
Click here to read their letter.