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The First Sunday in Advent
Bible readings: Isaiah 2:1-5; Psalm 122; Romans 13.11–14; Matthew 24:36–44
Gospel Reading [NRSVA]
‘But about that day and hour no one knows, neither the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. For as the days of Noah were, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day Noah entered the ark, and they knew nothing until the flood came and swept them all away, so too will be the coming of the Son of Man. Then two will be in the field; one will be taken and one will be left. Two women will be grinding meal together; one will be taken and one will be left. Keep awake therefore, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. But understand this: if the owner of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour. [Matthew 24:36-44]
Updates…
Please send all information for the newsletter/blog/website by Wednesday morning to Keno at admin@penleecluster.org.uk.
Celtic Morning Prayer
Each weekday morning on zoom 8:00am – 8:30am. If you would like to attend, please email Keno for zoom details.
Julian Prayer Group
The Julian Group will meet on zoom at 6:00pm this Sunday 30th November and in church on Sunday 7th December. If you would like to attend, please email Mel at mlevesconte@hotmail.co.uk for zoom details.
Prayer Requests
If you are concerned about someone and would like their name included in the Prayer Request Group’s weekly prayer list, please do email Mel at mlevesconte@hotmail.co.uk by 7:00pm on Tuesday evenings. Thank you.
CLUSTER INFORMATION & EVENTS
Services this Christmas period in the Penlee Cluster
· Wednesday Dec 3rd 10am Christmas Coffee Morning at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul.
· Saturday Dec 6th 11am Family St Nicholas Event at St John’s.
· Sunday Dec 14th 11am Nine Lessons and Carols at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul.
· Tuesday Dec 16th School Christmas Concert at Paul church.
· Sunday Dec 21st 11am Solomon Browne Memorial Service at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul
· Monday Dec 22nd 4pm Christingle Service at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul led by the Revd Adam Thomas.
· Wednesday Dec 24th 9am Communion at Paul church.
Christmas Eve
· 7pm Early Bird “Midnight” Communion at St Mary’s.
· 9pm Christmas Communion at St Pol de Leon Church, Paul.
· 11:30pm Midnight Communion at St Peter’s, Newlyn.
Christmas Day
· 10am joint service at St Mary’s Church.
Funeral of Christopher Hortin
The funeral of Christopher Hortin will take place on Wednesday 17th December at 12 noon at St Mary’s Church.
Christopher was a well-loved, and well – known member of St Mary’s Church, for many years, and a popular member of the music group. Everyone who knew Chris is most welcome to join the family for the service to celebrate his life and achievements, and afterwards at the Queens Hotel.
Christmas Concerts
Update from Night Church
Christmas Celebration with gifts and games on Wednesday 17th December 6pm-9pm.
Follow the NightChurch journey on Facebook and Instagram
👉 www.penleecluster.org.uk/night-church-pz/
Sustainable Sunday & Christingle
St John’s Church, Sunday 7th December 3.30-5.30pm. Come along for a free play session and Christmas celebration! Clothes, toys, book swap & Christingle Making for children & adults from3.30-4.30pm. We will then hold our Christingle event, followed by a ‘bring and share’ tea with free mince pies and hot drink. Bring an item of clothing or book to swap or pay just 50p for an item of clothing, toy or £1 for a book. Jenny
Feast Night for Families
Every Friday at St John’s church, requiring advanced booking. 3:30pm-5:30pm. It’s a free two-hour softplay session with free food. The event has seen massive interest. Molly
St. Nicholas event at St John’s Church
Saturday 6th December starting with a normal open session at 9am followed by the St. Nicholas event at 11am. Molly
Christmas Hampers
Many thanks to St Peter’s and St Pol De Leon for choosing a family to sponsor this Christmas. A polite reminder I will be attending each church on Wednesday 3rd December to collect any donated items.
Should anyone from St Mary’s or St John’s like to sponsor a local family in need this Christmas, please see the below and contact Molly for full details – molly.blewett@penleecluster.org.uk.
As part of my role as a Family Worker, I am currently supporting 13 families within our local community, ranging in age from newborns to 80 years old.
This Christmas, I would love to create a special Christmas Hamper for each of these families. The hampers would include practical and thoughtful items such as non-perishable food, toiletries, winter essentials, perhaps even a small Christmas gift, and a festive card. Please note: hampers should not include alcohol, scratch cards or gambling-related items, tobacco, vapes or medication. Molly
Christmas Coffee Morning at St Peter’s Church
OTHER INFORMATION & EVENTS
Cornwall Independent Poverty Forum
Our next Poverty Forum meeting – the last for 2025 – will be held on Tuesday December 2nd at 10:30am, at Gwithian Church Hall, Churchtown Road, Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BX.
CTIPA – Taize at Advent
Solidarity Walk and Vigil
Thank you for your support on Tuesday 25th November.
We invite you to sign our pledge, which is made up of practical actions that anyone can take to help challenge misogyny and promote respect and equality.
👉 www.16dayspenzance.co.uk/pledge
Bishop Hugh’s Farewell – Key Dates
7th December: For us in Truro diocese, there will be an opportunity to bid farewell to Bishop Hugh at a service in Truro Cathedral on Sunday 7th December. Starting at 4:00pm, Bishop Hugh will preach at Evensong. This service is open to everyone and it is not a ticketed event.
24th December: On Wednesday 24th December, Bishop Hugh will join in at the service of Nine Lessons and Carols in Truro Cathedral reading the opening of John’s gospel. This service will mark Bishop Hugh’s last day in the diocese. Again, everyone can attend and we look forward to seeing those who can.
17th January: A new year will ring in a new start, with Bishop Hugh’s installation service at Worcester Cathedral on Saturday 17th January at 2:00pm. Bishop Hugh would love to see as many people as possible attending and we will provide more information once it is available. – The Rt Revd David Williams, Bishop of Truro
Christmas Giving Catalogue
The Diocese of Truro is pleased to reveal this year’s Christmas Giving Catalogue which sees eight local charities featured for the first time. Find out more here:https://trurodiocese.org.uk/2025/10/2025s-christmas-giving-catalogue-unveiled/ Details on how to make a donation are included in the catalogue.
Debt Advice
The Salvation Army offers debt advice services to people in this area. They are free, confidential and impartial. Please dial 01752 643955 to speak to a Debt Advisor from 10am until 4pm Monday to Friday or email cornwalldas@salvationarmy.org.uk.
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility…
RECOGNISE – the signs that could indicate abuse is happening
RESPOND – listen sensitively – don’t question or investigate
RECORD – what you have been told factually and accurately using the language used by the person disclosing
REPORT – immediately to your Parish Safeguarding Officer/Diocesan Safeguarding Adviser. They will refer to the police or social services as required.
Email: safeguardingconcerns@truro.anglican.org Call: 01872 274351; Website: trurodiocese.org.uk/safeguarding Support: 0300 1231 116 MARU (Multi Agency Referral Unit) for safeguarding concerns; Police 101/999
