The Birth and Naming of Saint John the Baptist by Sano di Pietro 1470
Gospel Reading [NRSVA]: John 1: 1-14
The Word Became Flesh
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being. What has come into being in him was life, and the life was the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.
There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness to testify to the light, so that all might believe through him. He himself was not the light, but he came to testify to the light. The true light, which enlightens everyone, was coming into the world.
He was in the world, and the world came into being through him; yet the world did not know him. He came to what was his own, and his own people did not accept him. But to all who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God, who were born, not of blood or of the will of the flesh or of the will of man, but of God.
And the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a father’s only son, full of grace and truth.
Updates…
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CLUSTER INFORMATION & EVENTS
Celtic Morning Prayer – Each weekday morning on zoom 8:00am – 8:30am. Please email Keno for zoom details.
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 5:30pm. We look forward to being together in silent worship. 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 other Sundays. 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 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.
The Civic Service
The civic service will be on Sunday 21st June at St John’s church, and it will be a Cluster Service. No morning services at St Peter’s, St Mary’s or Paul church on Sunday 21st – joint cluster and Civic service. The theme this year will be “Forever Flying High”. The parade will muster at St John’s Hall at 10:25am, moving off for the 11am service.
Please note that on Sunday 21st June, there will be only one morning service across the Cluster, which is the Joint Cluster & Civic Service at St. John’s, at 11.00am.
The licensing of Revd Jacky Wise
will take place on Monday 6th July at 7pm at St Mary’s church, followed by refreshments. You are all most welcome to join us as we welcome Jacky to the Cluster! Let’s give her a real Cornish welcome!!
There will be a sign-in sheet in all our churches – please let us know if you plan to join us – it will be helpful for catering purposes!! Derath
Paul Church Tuesday Talks
Your shopping- your secrets
With Edward Garner on Tuesday July 7th.
Doors open 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm. £5 entry includes nibbles. Edward was Communications Director for Kantar – part of one of the world’s largest international market research agencies. As spokesperson for the agency, Edward travelled the world and worked with all the UK grocery retailers as well as the NFU, trade and government agencies and food manufacturers.
The funeral of James Strachan Dey (Jim)
will take place on Monday 22nd June at St John’s church at 11.30 am. All are welcome to join Jane, and Jim’s sons Andrew and Stuart at this service, followed by refreshments at the back of church. Please pray for Jane and the family as they continue to grieve.
Safeguarding
Please contact Graham Carter or Gill Thomas to get / update your DBS checks and Safeguarding Training. Required for all PCC members and volunteers.
Volunteer with NightChurch Pz
Could you spare a few hours to make a difference in our community? NightChurch Pz is looking for volunteers who can commit to 3 hours on a weekly, fortnightly, or monthly basis.
Inspired by our Christian faith, we are passionate about seeing everyone in our community experience life to the full. We believe that every person deserves access to a safe space, supportive relationships, and opportunities to thrive and reach their full potential.
By bringing together local churches, we aim to journey alongside people facing difficult circumstances, offering hope, encouragement, and practical support for the future.
Might you be able to support in areas including:
- Welcome and hospitality
- Listening and conversation
- Prayer support
- Creative activities
Whether you have experience in these areas or simply a heart for people, we would love to hear from you.
Please do get in contact: Victoria, NightChurch Coordinator nightchurchpenzance@gmail.com
Mazey Day Saturday 27th June
St Mary’s will be open from 10 till 4 for refreshments, free hotdogs for children of our Church schools, sustainable Saturday stalls: clothes, books, toys, stationary gifts swap/sale plus free Messy Mazey activities for children. Our church can be a sanctuary away from the crowds. If you can spare a little time to help on the day that would be greatly appreciated. Or maybe you might donate a cake or contribute to costs of hot dogs and rolls? Please speak to Hilary, Jenny or Keno. All proceeds from the day towards our outreach projects, Night Church, The Rainbow Project 2.0 and Christian Aid. Many thanks in advance. Hilary
The Rainbow Project
Breakfast and Breathe
This group for parents and carers meets every Monday at St Mary’s 9:00am-10:30am. We share breakfast, friendship and information, we have craft activities available and also have an optional gentle faith-related activity. Please let Family Worker Jenny know if you are coming to this so we know numbers.
Employability Day Penzance 2026
26 in 26
Deepening our churches’ commitment to seeking justice in 2026 – Christian Aid, in collaboration with Church Action on Poverty, have put together a poster which suggests various actions we might take to work towards social justice. We may be halfway through the year, but we have another six months left to put thought into action! Have a look at the poster here – https://tinyurl.com/yymx8bu7 – or on our Penlee Cluster website. – Josie
Art Exhibition at St Mary’s church
Nature Through Children’s Eyes.
Children from St Mary’s and Madron Daniel CofE schools, share their photographs of nature and tell us what they love. Until Friday 9th July.
Concerts at Penlee Cluster
