See you at St Peter and St Paul’s Church
this Sunday
for the 10AM Minster-wide Pentecost Service.
Dear Friends
Thanks to all those who attended the APCM meetings at Busbridge and Hambledon last Sunday, and particularly those who stood for election for church offices and the PCCs. The updated list of PCC members will be available shortly, and should you wish to check the APCM papers, they are available year round under Who We Are, HERE.
There are no services at Busbridge or Hambledon this Sunday as we are joining with the other Minster members at St Peter & St Paul’s to celebrate Pentecost. This is timely, too, as we have now received notice from the Diocese that the Draft Pastoral Scheme is ready for public consultation. Please read on for the full notice about the legal organisation of the new Godalming Minster and let those who aren’t on email know.
The church office will be open Tues-Friday next week, but quiet as staff and clergy are taking leave, and groups and activities pause for half-term. You will also have a week off from the notices!
This Sunday
Anointed a King
Reading: Matthew 3:13-17
10AM Minsterwide Service for Pentecost
Led by: John Harkin | Speaker: Michael Baughen
St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Godalming
[No morning services at Busbridge or Hambledon. Children’s groups take a break for half-term]
6PM Busbridge Evening Service [Holy Communion]
Led by: Sarah Rowden | Speaker: Simon Willetts
Busbridge Church
Next Sunday 4 June
GIVing thanks in all circumstances
Reading: philippians 1:1-11
9:30AM Muddy Church
Led by: Mark Puddephatt & Suzie Lambert
Jack Philips Memorial Park ///blaze.outfit.swept
Parking available in the Crown Court car park.
11:15AM Busbridge Classic Service
Led by: John Harkin | Speaker: Frances Shaw
Busbridge Church
10AM Hambledon Morning Worship
Led by: Patrick Samuels
Hambledon Church
6PM Busbridge Evening Service + Youth
Led by: Ben Barnes | Speaker: Sarah Rowden
Notices
The Faith Blues Band live at the Yew Tree Café in April. Their first concert raised £300 for the Church Family Support Fund!
Thanks to band members Mike, Phil, Arianna and Owen, hosts Carol and Stuart and all those who came to the first gig in the Yew Tree Café on 28th April. The event was sold out, and all proceeds from ticket sales went to the Church Family Support Fund. Stuart and Carol J ran hospitality, and David Wilkins introduced the evening and explained more about the fund for those who were not familiar with its role in the church. The atmosphere in The Yew Tree was amazing and the evening attracted a great mix of church family and local friends who joined in a great rendition of House of the Rising Sun! A great team effort, and we look forward to the Faith band’s next event.
IMPORTANT Minster matter! - Notice of the DRAFT Pastoral Scheme has now been given by the Diocese of Guildford and is available for comment until 3rd July. The Pastoral Scheme is the legal document which sets out the organisation of the new Godalming Minster and has been sent to the affected parishes of Godalming, Busbridge, Hambledon and Farncombe. The draft Pastoral Scheme and instructions can be found on the Minster page under About Us HERE. There is a notice on the church doors and a printed copy of the draft pastoral scheme in each of the churches. Notice will also be given in Sunday services between now and 3rd July. Please spread the word and let those who might not come to church, or receive the email notices, be aware.
Saturday Volunteers needed in the café! With the holiday season getting underway, the Yew Tree Café is looking for 2 more people to join the rota on Saturdays, 9.30am-3pm once a month! To find out more, please see the cafe volunteer ad here, and contact Lizzie Soar e: lizzie.soar@bhcgodalming.org.
5PM bell for peace ringers required. The Jaggers have decamped to the Isle of Wight and we miss them. However, there is a desire to keep the 5PM bell for peace going at Busbridge! Any volunteers?
And on the subject of serving, we're passionate about people feeling like they're a part of our church family and one of the best places to do that is as part of a team.
No matter your age or experience, there's a team that you can join, serving alongside others and getting to know people better in the church. You can find out about all our opportunities to serve and offer your time and talents on the Join a Team page.
Bereavement Café - The Bereavement Café will be open for the 2nd time next Tuesday 30 May in the Old Rectory. The Bereavement Café is for anyone who has been bereaved recently or some time ago and provides a safe and supportive space to come and chat with members of the pastoral care team, and others who have experienced loss. Every last Tuesday of the month in the Old Rectory. More details >>>
MINSTER-WIDE
Alpha Course on Thursdays May-July at 7.30PM: Stay Curious / Who will you invite?
The next course is getting underway at St Mark’s Church, led by Sheila Samuels and Keith Harper. They would love to hear from you if you would like to find out about the course for yourself or someone else. Cooks to provide a meal would also be very welcome. More details >>
Invitation to a Curry Night at St Mark’s - 9th June
St Mark’s members the Allens, are fundraising for their visit to North East Thailand when they will be carrying out numerous activities in the Chiang Rai area specifically to support the community with food storage, recycling and safe disposal of waste, as well as helping with the erection of a barbed wire fence.
Your support for this project would be much appreciated: After a very successful cream tea afternoon in our garden which raised an incredible £230, the next event will be a curry evening cooked by Sheila Samuels on 9th June 7 for 7.30PM at St Marks.
Tickets £10 need to be pre booked by contacting Lin on 07776145016 or email linda.j.allen1955@gmail.com
Coming Up / plan ahead
See the events coming up next and look up dates further ahead in the full calendar.
Don’t forget about…
The MyChurchSuite app. It’s the easiest way to check dates, rotas, church emails, look up church members and sign up to events (without having to enter your details again and again!). Contact the Church Office if you’ve lost your login details or would like to request an account. The instructions which are now on the web site HERE.
Simon’s sabbatical 11th April-15th July 2023
While Simon Taylor enjoys his sabbatical, the leadership of the benefice is in the capable hands of Simon Willetts, supported by Margot Spencer, the wardens, clergy and staff team. Minster plans will continue to develop.
Mid-week Prayer Gatherings
Reflective Prayer Mons at 8.45am online. Reflective Prayer will not take place on bank holiday Monday. Do join us on Zoom when we resume "normal" service on Monday 5 June.
Busbridge Morning Prayer Weds at 9am on Zoom.
Hambledon Morning Prayer takes place on Wednesdays at 9am. All welcome.
Busbridge Saturday Prayer Meeting + PrayerFest 0-30 8-9am 2nd Saturdays of the month in Busbridge Church.
***Please send prayer requests to prayer@bhcgodalming.org***
Groups & Activities
The Men’s Group meets for breakfast at 8.15am on the first Saturdays of the month. See the calendar event for details.
Hambledon Coffee Morning and Hearing Aid Clinic takes place 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 10.30am.
The 2023 Prime Time programme for Jan-Jun is now available. For all events and details, see Prime Time.
Nexus meets on the 1st Thursday of the month, with talks and activities for church members and the community. The 2023 Nexus programme can be found on Nexus.
Elsewhere
Guildford Conquest Art Volunteers Needed!!!
Guildford Conquest Art is part of a wider charity inspiring people with disabilities and long term health issues to rediscover their creative energy and build self confidence through art. We are a thriving group who meet at St Catherine’s Village Hall, Chestnut Ave, Guildford GU2 4HD from 2-4pm on alternate Wednesday afternoons. We are currently seeking one or two new volunteers to join our friendly team to support our adults. If you would like to find out more please contact Pam Dalton Williams by email: pamdaltonwilliams@gmail.com
For news from all the other local churches, see:
Churches Together Link Up - MAY 2023
Godalming Baptist Church Life Issues talks: We have a thought-provoking and so helpful Life Issue coming up next month at Godalming Baptist Church 'Managing Anger and Conflict' on Saturday 24th June from 10.00am-12.30pm (coffee from 9.30am) led by Revd Peter Jackson.
The session will focus on such questions as What makes us angry?
How does unresolved anger affect us and those around us? How do we manage anger? What sort of things bring us into conflict with others? What are some of both the negative and constructive ways of dealing with conflict?
There is no charge for the session but donations towards the work of 'Emerge' -a christian charity that supports young people in A and E who come in with mental health needs would be much appreciated.
To book a place please contact Sally Pollard-01483-428646 or e-mail pollard3@hotmail.co.uk by Friday 16th June.
See the full 2023 Life Issues programme.
To book a place contact Sally Pollard-pollard3@hotmail.co.uk or tel-01483-428646.
Yew Tree Café
at Busbridge Church
The Yew Tree Café at Busbridge Church is open 8.30am-4pm weekdays in term time, and 10am-2pm on Saturdays, and 10am-4pm during school holidays.
Pastoral Care
PASTORAL CARE & PRAYER MINISTRY TEAM AVAILABLE
If you, or someone you know at church, are in need of support and care, please contact Sandra Wilkin via the church office, or e: pastoral@bhcgodalming.org.
To contact the EMERGENCY prayer chain, email prayer@bhcgodalming.org or call 01483 421267.
Busbridge and Hambledon Churches are open daily for private prayer.