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Latest information for churches on Coronavirus
(Covid-19)
As of Tuesday 24 March all church buildings will be closed until further notice
as per the Government's instruction
There are no public worship services. See below for alternatives
Updated 23rd March 2020
(Covid-19)
As of Tuesday 24 March all church buildings will be closed until further notice
as per the Government's instruction
There are no public worship services. See below for alternatives
Updated 23rd March 2020
The Archbishops of Canterbury and York are calling for Church of England churches to put public worship on hold and become a “different sort of church” in the coming months to face the challenge of coronavirus.
In a joint letter, Archbishops Justin Welby and John Sentamu said it was now necessary to put public services on hold until further notice. However the Archbishops say that far from having to “shut up shop”, the Church of England must face the challenge by becoming a radically different kind of church rooted in prayer and serving others.
In a joint letter, Archbishops Justin Welby and John Sentamu said it was now necessary to put public services on hold until further notice. However the Archbishops say that far from having to “shut up shop”, the Church of England must face the challenge by becoming a radically different kind of church rooted in prayer and serving others.
Following the guidance from Public Health and the Church of England, we want to keep everyone as safe as possible and will be taking appropriate steps over the coming days and weeks.
This advice and guidance will be updated as and when further information is produced by the Church of England Central Office.
This advice and guidance will be updated as and when further information is produced by the Church of England Central Office.
Please use this prayer from the Church of England for all those affected:
Keep us, good Lord, under the shadow of your mercy.
Sustain and support the anxious,
be with those who care for the sick,
and lift up all who are brought low;
that we may find comfort
knowing that nothing can separate us from your love
in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen
Keep us, good Lord, under the shadow of your mercy.
Sustain and support the anxious,
be with those who care for the sick,
and lift up all who are brought low;
that we may find comfort
knowing that nothing can separate us from your love
in Christ Jesus our Lord. Amen
A Letter from the Rector
30 March 2020
30 March 2020
Download a letter of encouragement from Rev'd Clive Sedgewick here.
Please print copies and share the letter with those who don't have internet access. Thank you
Please print copies and share the letter with those who don't have internet access. Thank you
Telephone Tree
We are already hearing of much telephone support and encouragement around the area. Talking to someone can be a real encouragement to both parties. Why not call someone and simply have a chat.
We are building a telephone tree – asking those who are willing to make phone contact with two or three people every couple of days to avoid folk becoming isolated. If you are willing to help or would like to be called please contact Mrs Maureen Arnold on 01297 32922 (after 10.00am please).
We do need your permission to involve you in this contact tree.
We are building a telephone tree – asking those who are willing to make phone contact with two or three people every couple of days to avoid folk becoming isolated. If you are willing to help or would like to be called please contact Mrs Maureen Arnold on 01297 32922 (after 10.00am please).
We do need your permission to involve you in this contact tree.
Don’t be alone - Call someone – don’t wait for them to call you.
ACER (Axminster Community Emergency Response)
We are really pleased to remind everyone of the helpline and coordinating group established to network and support across the area.
The contact number 01297 35550 can be used to access non-emergency assistance with shopping, food concerns, collection of medication or simply to find a friendly voice at the end of a phone. Churches Together are very much involved in, and support, this superb community initiative.
More ACER information on the Axminster Town Council website.
The contact number 01297 35550 can be used to access non-emergency assistance with shopping, food concerns, collection of medication or simply to find a friendly voice at the end of a phone. Churches Together are very much involved in, and support, this superb community initiative.
More ACER information on the Axminster Town Council website.
Virtual Fellowship
We offer prayer and spiritual fellowship through daily prayer around the AVMC .
The AVMC Ministry Team are holding a virtual Morning Prayer each weekday at 8.30am and hold all in prayer.
Should you have specific prayer requests please e-mail these to Clive.
We invite all to join with us in this virtual fellowship.
Click here to download a copy of the Liturgy that we commonly use
Print a copy and share it with someone who does not have internet access.
We offer prayer and spiritual fellowship through daily prayer around the AVMC .
The AVMC Ministry Team are holding a virtual Morning Prayer each weekday at 8.30am and hold all in prayer.
Should you have specific prayer requests please e-mail these to Clive.
We invite all to join with us in this virtual fellowship.
Click here to download a copy of the Liturgy that we commonly use
Print a copy and share it with someone who does not have internet access.
Resources for Worship
Sunday Reflection linked to the Readings of the Day – Max 500 words from members of our own Ministry Team.
This week it is by Cate Edmonds. Download
A short service for use at home. Download
Print copies the above and share them with someone who does not have internet access.
The BBC Radio 4 - Sunday Worship 8.10am each Sunday
Exeter Cathedral Live Sunday Service – 10.00am each Sunday on Exeter Cathedral Facebook Page.
https://www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/worship-music/live-services/
Friday Telephone Service – 10.30am each Friday
This is a dedicated service for AVMC. Call 0330 606 0403 a couple of minutes before 10.30 and then when asked give the access code 484444.
This week it is by Cate Edmonds. Download
A short service for use at home. Download
Print copies the above and share them with someone who does not have internet access.
The BBC Radio 4 - Sunday Worship 8.10am each Sunday
Exeter Cathedral Live Sunday Service – 10.00am each Sunday on Exeter Cathedral Facebook Page.
https://www.exeter-cathedral.org.uk/worship-music/live-services/
Friday Telephone Service – 10.30am each Friday
This is a dedicated service for AVMC. Call 0330 606 0403 a couple of minutes before 10.30 and then when asked give the access code 484444.
Light a Candle of Hope – Sundays at 7.00pm
#prayersofhope
#prayersofhope
Click on the candle for more details
We invite you to join the nationwide time of prayer and to light candles in your windows at 7.00pm each Sunday evening. This is a powerful symbol of our solidarity with all who are suffering; are worried; are working through the situation; are volunteering; and with others of faith. It is something most of us can do so let’s continue to share this.
Light a candle in the windows of your homes as a visible symbol of the light of life, Jesus Christ, our source and hope in prayer.
Online websites and smartphone apps
Tracey Voysey has produced a factsheet of online resources for use in personal worship and devotions
It can be downloaded here
Tracey Voysey has produced a factsheet of online resources for use in personal worship and devotions
It can be downloaded here
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For those of you who are on Facebook, or thinking you now have time to make yourself a Facebook account, here are some sources of local church information and support:
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For those with a smartphone have you considered the WhatsApp app to set up a small group for mutual support and prayer?
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Food Bank & Hamper Collections
The importance of the foodbanks will be much increased in coming weeks. Please consider donating food gifts and money because these really make a difference and are especially important under the present circumstances.
Currently it is not possible to donate via the church. However there should be donation boxes in the Tesco and Coop stores.
Do make sure items are in date, non–perishable and not ‘started’ or re–boxed, as such items cannot be used by the food banks.
Thank you for your generosity.
Nicola Barden
Currently it is not possible to donate via the church. However there should be donation boxes in the Tesco and Coop stores.
Do make sure items are in date, non–perishable and not ‘started’ or re–boxed, as such items cannot be used by the food banks.
Thank you for your generosity.
Nicola Barden
Other News
Announcement made on Sunday 1st March 2020
The Bishop of Crediton, Patrons, Rector in the Axe Valley Mission Community and Parish Representatives are delighted to announce that, subject to the completion of all legalities, an offer of the post of Team Vicar Designate in the Axe Valley Mission Community with special responsibility for Uplyme and Axmouth has been made to The Rev’d Nicola Louise Davies who is currently Associate Priest in the Avon Valley Churches Benefice and that offer has been accepted.
Her licensing will be on a date and at a venue to be advised.
Her licensing will be on a date and at a venue to be advised.
#LiveLent: Care for God’s Creation is the Church of England's Lent Campaign for 2020. With weekly themes shaped around the first Genesis account of creation, it explores the urgent need for humans to value and protect the abundance God has created. This year’s #LiveLent challenge offers 40 short reflections and suggested actions to help you, your family and your church live in greater harmony with God, neighbour and nature.
This Lent, we hope both adults and children might engage in God’s plea for us to “Care for Creation”.
It is an opportunity for us to rebuild our relationship with our planet, and in turn with the God who is Lord of everything.
Archbishop Justin Welby & Archbishop John Sentamu
Sign up to receive exclusive emails throughout Lent:
https://www.churchofengland.org/livelent
Or download the the app for your smartphone or tablet
This Lent, we hope both adults and children might engage in God’s plea for us to “Care for Creation”.
It is an opportunity for us to rebuild our relationship with our planet, and in turn with the God who is Lord of everything.
Archbishop Justin Welby & Archbishop John Sentamu
Sign up to receive exclusive emails throughout Lent:
https://www.churchofengland.org/livelent
Or download the the app for your smartphone or tablet
Minster Service Times
The Axminster PCC have decided that after Easter, beginning Sunday 19th April, the main service at the Minster will move to 10.30am.
On the second Sunday of each month at 10.30am, we will introduce a “Second Sunday Service” – which will be a non-Eucharist Service. This will be a style of service which is intended to attract and appeal to new worshippers.
The traditional Communion will be available at 8.00am.
We will also introduce an afternoon service at 3pm on the third Sunday of every month beginning 19th April. This will be more of a teaching service where passages of scripture would be looked at in more detail.
Come along and give it a try.
Choral Evensong at 6pm on the first Sunday every other month, will continue.
Forthcoming dates for these are : 1st March, 3rd May, and 5th July 2020.
On the second Sunday of each month at 10.30am, we will introduce a “Second Sunday Service” – which will be a non-Eucharist Service. This will be a style of service which is intended to attract and appeal to new worshippers.
The traditional Communion will be available at 8.00am.
We will also introduce an afternoon service at 3pm on the third Sunday of every month beginning 19th April. This will be more of a teaching service where passages of scripture would be looked at in more detail.
Come along and give it a try.
Choral Evensong at 6pm on the first Sunday every other month, will continue.
Forthcoming dates for these are : 1st March, 3rd May, and 5th July 2020.
Monthly Services Rota of who is leading the various services in the Mission Community is available for download from the Documents page. The Rota for March now available. Please note that there could be last minute changes after it has be published.
Coffee and Conversation
Suspended to further notice
For now this will take place on the first Tuesday of each month.
We meet together on Tuesday 3rd March at 10.30ish after the Communion Service in the Minster.
All welcome, you don’t have to go to the service, just come on in.
I look forward to seeing you there. Tracey
The coffee is good. The discussion great !
Suspended to further notice
For now this will take place on the first Tuesday of each month.
We meet together on Tuesday 3rd March at 10.30ish after the Communion Service in the Minster.
All welcome, you don’t have to go to the service, just come on in.
I look forward to seeing you there. Tracey
The coffee is good. The discussion great !
Morning Prayer
These short, prayerful services are held at 8.00 am. We regularly have groups meeting to begin the day in prayer and fellowship in the church and village. Everyone is welcome to attend join for some or all of the services :
These short, prayerful services are held at 8.00 am. We regularly have groups meeting to begin the day in prayer and fellowship in the church and village. Everyone is welcome to attend join for some or all of the services :
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Monday - All Saints
Wednesday - Membury Thursday - The Minster |
Go to the Morning Prayer page for more details.
Churches Together Monthly Diary
This is distributed monthly to all churches in Axminster Churches Together. It is collated by John Tarling. Entries for special events should be sent to him at dancefolk.john_t@btinternet.com preferably in Microsoft Word format.
Pastoral Re-organisation
Following prayer, consideration and discussion the PCCs of all 8 churches have now voted to work together as a new Mission Community (All Saints, Axminster, Axmouth, Chardstock, Combpyne with Rousdon, Holy Cross, Membury and Uplyme).
Please keep watching the website and noticeboards for updates.
Following prayer, consideration and discussion the PCCs of all 8 churches have now voted to work together as a new Mission Community (All Saints, Axminster, Axmouth, Chardstock, Combpyne with Rousdon, Holy Cross, Membury and Uplyme).
Please keep watching the website and noticeboards for updates.
Tracey Voysey to be appointed Curate to the Axe Vale Mission Community
Congratulations to Tracey.
For more details download the letter that was read out in the churches on 17 November.
Please continue to remember her in your prayers.
For more details download the letter that was read out in the churches on 17 November.
Please continue to remember her in your prayers.
Axminster Care Service needs Volunteers
Axminster Care Service, which links volunteer drivers with those who need transport to medical appointments. If being a volunteer driver is something you might be able to do, please ring Andrew Cleare on 01297 33461.
Volunteers are also needed to join the team staffing the phone 09:30–10:30 each weekday. If you can help and would like to know more please ring the Care Service - 01297 35550
Axminster Care Service, which links volunteer drivers with those who need transport to medical appointments. If being a volunteer driver is something you might be able to do, please ring Andrew Cleare on 01297 33461.
Volunteers are also needed to join the team staffing the phone 09:30–10:30 each weekday. If you can help and would like to know more please ring the Care Service - 01297 35550
Minster Daytime Opening
The Minster is now open during the daytime most days to welcome the local community and visitors.
The security issue has been addressed by the installation of CCTV which is monitoring the building and surrounding area.
The Minster is now open during the daytime most days to welcome the local community and visitors.
The security issue has been addressed by the installation of CCTV which is monitoring the building and surrounding area.
Hospiscare@Home
Mary Harding would like to drawn attention to this recent addition to the pastoral care for the whole community in the Axminster area.
The Hospiscare at Home service is for anyone registered with an Axminster GP and is over 18 years of age with a terminal illness of any description and approaching end of life.
Mary has ensured that Christian faith is offered as part of the holistic care provided by the Hospicecare@home team.
Please contact her for more information, or
go the the Local Organisation section of the Links page.
Mary Harding would like to drawn attention to this recent addition to the pastoral care for the whole community in the Axminster area.
The Hospiscare at Home service is for anyone registered with an Axminster GP and is over 18 years of age with a terminal illness of any description and approaching end of life.
Mary has ensured that Christian faith is offered as part of the holistic care provided by the Hospicecare@home team.
Please contact her for more information, or
go the the Local Organisation section of the Links page.
Check the What's On Noticeboard
A section listing events and organisations in the Axe Valley area.
Website of the Month.
Go to the Links page to find out more.
A section listing events and organisations in the Axe Valley area.
Website of the Month.
Go to the Links page to find out more.