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Order of Service for 19 June 2011

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THEME: ‘Kindness’

WELCOME, NOTICES & BIRTHDAYS

CALL TO WORSHIP Allison

HYMN: Songbook 5 Good King Wenceslas

PRAYER June

THE LORD’S PRAYER

God, lover of us all, most holy one […] ©Lala Winkley

POEM June Service

HYMN: Snow Falling Fast ©T A Jefferies

TIME WITH THE CHILDREN Elizabeth

HYMN: Songbook 64 Throughout this Winter Season

READINGS: Ruth 1: 6-18 Bill
Titus 3: 1-8 Joan

SINGING GROUP: ‘Tis Winter Now

A STORY Audrey

OFFERING & PRAYER Audrey

HYMN: In the Bleak Mid-Winter ©Christina Rossetti

GREETING TIME

PRAYERS FOR THE PEOPLE John

MEDITATION Audrey

HYMN: Songbook 12 In the Quiet Curve of the Evening

BLESSING

POEM: WINTER LANDSCAPE by Winifred L. Forty

Letter from Chris

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Westminster College
15 June 2011

Dear Friends

You have all been in my thoughts and prayers this week following the news of the Monday earthquakes. An uncertain and frightening time once again. I do hope St Martin’s people have come through without injuries, or further damage to property.
It is strange and unsettling being so far away. However, I know that you are taking good care of one another.

Sonya sent me some pictures of the Pentecost Sunday service. I was delighted to hear the details and to see the impressive line-up of presenters! Thank you, Lyndsey. People will be looking forward to the Worship Committee’s service this coming Sunday.

Examinations have finished here, and students are having various workshops and seminars while gearing up for final events, as the northern hemisphere academic year draws to a close. Talk is centred on impending results and graduation attire for those who are about to have a Cambridge degree conferred upon them. Dress beneath gowns is very formal – black suits, white shirts or blouses and white bow ties for the men. There are dress inspections and sometimes people are not allowed to be part of the ceremony if they don’t pass muster. I’ve already seen gowned students careering down the street on bicycles – and the graduations haven’t begun yet. Apparently, gowns are usual wear in some of the colleges at their very formal end of year events!

This past weekend I had a wonderful visit to a friend in Dublin. The Holy Faith sisters made me very welcome once again. One or two of them joked about my suitability to be the new leader of the Order! People here at Westminster were a bit bemused that I’d gone to stay in a convent, particularly those who are young and earnest.

On Saturday I had another visit to Trinity College, Dublin, to see the Book of Kells and the magnificent Library. We spent all afternoon, which was a real treat. When I was there in 2000, it was as part of a tour party that was hustled through.

The signs of the Irish recession are very obvious in Dublin, in contrast to the booming years of the early European Union cash injections into the economy.

This coming weekend my brother and I will be in Norfolk. Am looking forward to it as it’s an area I haven’t seen before. Among other things we will visit Sandringham and also manage to fit in a Sunday afternoon Bach concert.

Best wishes to everyone.

Chris

Notices for 8th May 2011

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A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee after the service.

A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our Monster Garage Sale yesterday such a success!

PASTORAL ASSISTANCE: If you require assistance from May to July, please phone 332 6192 and follow the directions of the message. Arrangements for all services (including funerals) are in place. Please speak to Bruce Hudson if you have any concerns.

EASTSIDE PARTY IN THE PARK – Christchurch Presbytery invites you to a family fun day TODAY [Sunday 8th] 2.00-3.30pm at Bromley Park, Buckleys Rd, Linwood. The aim of the event is to have some fun, show our support to the east side parishes, and help build some community connection going into winter. If wet, the event will be postponed to next Sunday. All Welcome.

CUPPA & CHAT Due to recent seismic activity it is important that we keep the “cuppa and chat” operational every Tuesday and Wednesday 10am to 12 noon. If you are able to help staff this service please contact Audrey 337 3846 or Aubrey 930 2525, or add your name to the list in the foyer. Thank you.

Christchurch APW will meet on Wednesday 11th May at 9.45am at St Martins Presbyterian Church. The speaker for the morning will be Liz Whalley from Habitat for Humanity. There will be a Sales Table and everyone is welcome.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS 11th May: Meet South Library 9.30am under verandah to walk near the river and perhaps still be able to enjoy autumn colours. Coffee at Red 10.30am.  All are welcome to join us for the walk and/or coffee. If wet, we will meet for coffee only! Margaret 366 8936.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays in the Lounge from 10am until 12 noon.  For details, please contact Beverley 942 7821.

MEN’S GROUP start the year on Thursday 12th May at 6pm in the Church Lounge. Meet for a shared tea; Martin Cleland will be the speaker for the evening. All men welcome. We finish at approx. 7.30pm. For more details, contact Tony 332 0554.

FOOTCARE CLINIC: Next Session Thursday 26th May 1-4pm in the church lounge. Please book through the Parish Office. The clinic runs every six weeks. Lyndsey 388 1264.

LENTEN GIFTS may be returned on any Sunday in May. Please remember to name your container if you require a receipt.

Christian World Service thanks St Martin’s Parish for our donation of $474.90 to the Christmas Gift Appeal 2010. Others also made donations through the parish – making a total of $1034.90.

Cholmondeley Children’s Home was extensively damaged in February’s earthquake, and they are currently operating out of a rented facility at Living Springs. Please read the latest newsletter on the noticeboard in the lounge for up to date information.

Hoon Hay Presbyterian Church, 5 Downing Street,  presents their May Music Recital on Sunday 29th May 2011 at 2pm. Two hours of music and song followed by afternoon tea. Tickets $10 adults, $5 children available from their church office 338 8901.

PARISH OFFICE HOURS:
Wednesday & Thursday 9.00am-12 noon and
Friday 9.00-11.00am

Notices for 10th April 2011

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The order of service is now listed in the calendar and upcoming events.

NOTICES
A very warm welcome to you all as you worship with us this morning. Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee after the service.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: 13th April Cracroft/Hoon Hay walk. Carpool at church 9.15am or meet in Worsleys Rd near Cashmere Rd end 9.30am . Coffee at Saddlebacks Café. June 332 8874.

FAIR COMMITTEE meeting & circular roll-up Wednesday 13th April 7.30pm in the Lounge. Helpers for this night are all welcome. Allison.

WANTED: Volunteers to read on Good Friday – two men & two women please; also three men to read on Palm Sunday 17th April. Please sign the list in the foyer. Chris.

CHRISTCHURCH APW meets Wednesday 13th April 9.45am at St Martin’s. The speaker will be Liz Henderson from Pregnancy Help, and this will be followed by a Members’ Forum. There will be a Sales Table. All Welcome.

FOOTCARE CLINIC begins on Thursday 14th April 1-4pm in the church lounge. The clinic runs every six weeks. Please book through the Parish Office 332 6192. If you can help, please contact Lyndsey  388 1264.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS Thursdays in the Lounge from 10am until 12 noon. For details, please contact Beverley 332 7786.

Glenelg Health Camp has been red-stickered. They are currently operating from Pages Rd marae, but no groups are running at the moment. They will be in touch with us when they require assistance again. Many thanks to those who volunteered earlier this term.

To help plan pastoral coverage while Chris is away (and so we don’t worry too much about you!), if you’re going away for an extended period please sign the list in the foyer TODAY, giving us the dates. This would be most helpful. Joan Scott, Pastoral Convenor.

Come to the Cross Halswell Quarry Good Friday until Easter Monday. See noticeboard in the Lounge for details.

LENTEN GIFTS 2011: Fifth Week from April 10
50 cents    for each Super 15 Rugby, or Netball match you watch.
20 cents    for each book you read this week, or start to read!
10 cents    Men:         for each power tool you own.
Women:    for each recipe book you own.
Remember – this is voluntary and designed to be a bit of fun!

The story of Lent
is the story of Jesus
and he invites us
to become part of his story
Mike Ashburner

Notices for 3rd April 2011

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This week’s order of service is now available from the calendar or under “Upcoming Events” (or click directly here).

Notices follow:

The telephone in the Office is now working again!

OPEN CHURCH: for the Church to be open this week (Mon-Wed 10-12 only) we need volunteers – please sign the list in the foyer if you can help.

NEW READERS’ ROSTER is now available – please take your copy TODAY. Many thanks to everyone who volunteered!! Anna.

WEDNESDAY WALKERS: Meet at St Anne’s Church in Wilsons Rd on 6th April at 9.30am for a walk around St Martins. Coffee at Fava. Allison 332 0554.

FOOTCARE CLINIC begins on Thursday 14th April 1-4pm in the church lounge. The clinic runs every six weeks. Please book through the Parish Office 332 6192.  Details are on the poster in the lounge. We would like to hear from anyone who would like to assist with this. Lyndsey 388 1264.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS is now underway on Thursdays in the Lounge from 10am until 12 noon. For details, please contact Beverley 332 7786.

To help plan pastoral coverage while Chris is away (and so we don’t worry too much about you!), if you’re going away for an extended period please sign the list in the foyer, giving us the dates. This would be most helpful. Joan Scott, Pastoral Convenor.

“Pathways” Home Group –  for the next few months, we will meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month from 10am – 11.30am. If the time suits, and you would like to join us on 9th April, there is still room. Phone Peggy 981 5735 for details.