Baptism of Jesus – Stained glass window at Church of Our Savior MCC, Boynton Beach, Florida, USA
Bible readings: Isaiah 5.1–7, Psalm 80.9–17, Philippians 3.4b–14
Matthew 21.33–end (at St. Pol de Leon) or Mark 1.4-11 (at St. Mary’s and at St. Peter’s)
Gospel Reading [NRSVA] Mark 1.4-11
John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And people from the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. He proclaimed, ‘The one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.’
The Baptism of Jesus
In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, ‘You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.’
A Heartfelt Thank You from NightChurch
Dear friends,
Thank you so much for your generosity in raising £474.85 for NightChurch at the Harvest Festival last Sunday. Your kindness and support will help keep the kitchen operations running.
Sharing dinner around the bigger table continues to be an important part of the NightChurch ministry. It is a place where people can come together, share a healthy meal, and enjoy fellowship and friendship. In some weeks, we have served as many as 35 meals.
Your generosity helps make this possible and means so much to the community. With heartfelt thanks and every blessing from all at NightChurch. Victoria
Thank you!
Thank you so much to everyone who came along last Saturday, to St Mary’s Church, for the big tidy up. It has been transformed! A couple of the guests from Night Church stayed for hours helping, and some of the team stayed most of the day… there was much to do. Mousehole Male Voice Choir (Sunday evening concert) commented that they love the extra space as well as the improved acoustics. I’m so grateful that we now have a clear, uncluttered worship space. Thank you! Rev Jacky
MacMillan Cream Tea
On Saturday 26th September St. Peter’s Newlyn held its 4th annual Cream Tea in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. Once again it was a full house, and I am so pleased to announce that £432 was raised for the Charity, Macmillan Cancer Support. Thanks. Lynda
CLUSTER INFORMATION & EVENTS
Celtic Morning Prayer – Each weekday morning on zoom 8:00am – 8:30am. Please email Keno for zoom details.
Breakfast and Breathe – This group for parents and carers meets every Monday at St Mary’s at 9:30am. We share breakfast, friendship and fellowship. We have craft activities and also have an optional gentle faith-related activity. Please let Hilary know if you are coming to this so we know numbers.
Fellowship Lunch at St Mary’s – Every Monday midday.
Lunch Club at Paul Hall – Every Monday at 12 noon.
Emmaus Group is a diverse, friendly group reflecting on a Bible reading every Tuesday, 5-6pm, at Paul Church Hall. All are very welcome. Kevin
Night Church at St Mary’s – 6pm to 9pm every Wednesday, join us for dinner, reflection and singing. A warm welcome awaits. This is a place for everyone. Victoria
Psalm Prayer Group – Every Thursday at 11:15am we read, pray and meditate on a Psalm. Come and join us at St Mary’s. Josie
Meditation Group – Every Friday a Meditation group meets at St Mary’s church at 10:30am. This is a welcoming and supportive space for everyone in the community. Vicky
Christian Meditation and Contemplative Prayer – Last Monday of the month at St Mary’s at 6pm. We look forward to being together in silent worship. Next on Monday 26th October. Vicky
Julian Prayer Group – The Julian Group meets at 6pm at St. Pol de Leon church on the first Sunday of the month, and online via zoom all other Sundays. If you would like to attend, please email Mel at mlevesconte@hotmail.co.uk for zoom details. Mel
St Mary’s Act on Poverty Group – St John’s Clothes Rack
We are pleased to announce the St John’s Clothes Rack starting on Wednesday 14th October 2pm -4pm. This is a reworking of the successful Sustainable Sunday events we held previously. We are pleased to be back at St John’s and will be holding this event in the Community room. We are aiming for the clothes rack to be open every 2nd Wednesday of each month.
At the clothes rack you take what you need and donate if you can. We are not expecting money but clothes to sustain the project. We have children’s clothes and shoes from 0 -14 years and adult clothes and shoes. Over the next two weeks if you are having an Autumn clear out, please bring clean and washed clothes to your church and label the bags ‘Clothes Rack’ and I will collect these on Friday 9th October. Alternatively you could gift new children clothes. The Clothes Rack is for all and is prompting us to live more sustainably.
Please support the launch of this new initiative during Church Action on Poverty Week and Cornwall’s Challenge Poverty week. For more information please contact Hilary.
CTiPA
Monthly coffee morning in aid of Open Doors. Monday 5th October, 2nd November, 7th December 11am at High St Methodist Church, TR18 2AA.
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 by 7pm on Tuesday evenings.
If you would like to join the group and could spend a little time each week praying the list in your personal prayer time, please do contact Mel at mlevesconte@hotmail.co.uk who will add you to the circulation list. Information is not shared and members’ names are not circulated within or outside the group. Mel
