News from our Churches
Congratulations to those who were confirmed by Bishop Roger on 9th February
L to R: Alex Young, Lindsey Phillips, Bishop Roger, Rosie Holt, Harry Gilbank, William Gilbank, Sam Crockford and Fr Chris
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SERVICES IN OUR CHURCHES
THIS WEEK
Sunday 23 February – Second Sunday before Lent
8.00am Great Sampford Fr Chris Holy Communion
9.30am Hempstead Charles Scott Praise Service
11.00am Thaxted Fr Chris Sung Mass
Wednesday 26 February
10.00am Thaxted Fr Chris Low Mass
NEXT WEEK
Sunday 2nd March – Last Sunday before Lent
8.00am Thaxted Fr Chris Low Mass
9.30am Radwinter Adrian Wright Praise Service
10.00am Thaxted Fr Chris Open Doors with Holy Communion
Ash Wednesday 5th March
10.00am Thaxted Fr Chris Low Mass with imposition of ashes
10.00am Hempstead Revd Susannah imposition of Ashes
7.30pm Thaxted Revd Susannah Sung Mass with imposition of ashes
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IN OUR PRAYERS THIS WEEK
For our Benefice, its 5 churches, Ministry team and churchwardens.
That when we endure storms in our personal lives, we may have faith in Jesus to sustain us through the trouble.
For a lasting and just peace for Ukraine and the government and people of that beleaguered but brave country.
All who are affected by bad weather at this time, especially those afflicted by the terrible flooding in the USA.
Christians who put the care of the environment high on their list of priorities.
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COMING UP
24th Feb – HIGNFY at Lt Sampford Church, 2pm – 4pm. The topic is Your Favourite Film or TV Show. Delicious refreshments provided and all are welcome!
28th Feb – 50/50 Club Draw for Dec 24, Jan 25 and Feb 25
1st March – Coffee, Cake and Chat at Radwinter Church from 10am – 12 noon. All are welcome!
5th March - Ash Wednesday
10.00am Thaxted - Fr Chris
10.00am Hempstead - Revd Susannah
7.30pm Thaxted Sung Mass – Revd Susannah
8th March – Spring Cleaning at Thaxted from 10am
9th March – A Service of Healing at Lt Sampford Church followed by tea cake and all are very welcome!
30th March – Mothering Sunday
9.30am Radwinter – Fr Chris
11.00am Thaxted – Revd Susannah
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ELECTORAL ROLL REVISION 2025
We are required to complete a full revision of the Electoral Roll this year. The Roll is a register of lay members of the parish and is used to work out how many PCC members and Deanery Synod members we need.
Everyone who wants to be on the roll will need to complete a form, available on line here or in church.
Thaxted: Daniel Fox (thaxtedfox@gmail.com) by 12th April
The Sampfords: Christopher Robinson (cpr3737@gmail.com) by 8th April
Radwinter: Penny Browne (pennybrowne@hotmail.com ) by 18th March
Hempstead: Meryl Haylock (meryl.haylock@yahoo.co.uk ) by 24th March
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PEW SHEET
Unfortunately we have had to rebuild the mailing list for the pewsheet. If you would normally receive the pewsheet by email and have not received it recently, or if you would like to receive it, please email Maryanne at admin@ttsrh.org
You can also download the pew sheet here
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THAXTED ECO CHURCH AWARD
Congratulations to the Eco Church team! Thaxted Parish Church has been awarded the Eco Church Silver Award! Click here for more information on how this was achieved.
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PILGRIMAGE TO WALSINGHAM
We are hoping to plan our annual Pilgrimage to Walsingham in the Spring/Summer (their dates have not yet been published). Whereas we could travel by individual cars, it would be even better if we could ravel together as a group. To make this possible we are looking for someone who would drive the minibus! Can you help, please? Such a person would need to be under 70 and not too many points on their license. Training can be arranged if desired. If there is anyone who might be interested, please contact Adrian Wright on 01799 529366/07443 840740 or e-mail adrianwright2010@hotmail.co.uk
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LETTER FROM ARCHBISHOP STEPHEN
ARCHBISHOP STEPHEN has written an Epiphany letteraddressing current significant issues for us all, including responding to the Makin report. Please take a moment to read it. CLICK HERE
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PICTURES FROM FATHER GERWYN'S FARWWELL
Our last service with Fr Gerwyn was on Sunday 18th August. Click here to see pictures from the celebration of his time with us, that took place following the service.
Dear Friends,
It is exactly a week ago today that I left Thaxted bound for Welshpool. I have unpacked the last of my boxes and taken an oath that I will NEVER move again until I retire!
I simply wish to say that I am enormously touched by the number of cards and personal messages that I have received from you all; the very generous donation that I received was amazing and the Moorcroft vase is now in pride of place on my study window sill - such a thoughtful reminder of my Thaxted days.
I feel humbled by the strength of love and support from you all. Bertie is settling but we are both finding it rather strange rattling around this early seventeenth century vicarage. Already the autumnal breezes are swirling about the house, blowing in from the Cambrian Mountains!
Thank you for all your kindnesses; I shall not forget how formative Thaxted and the Villages have been as a staging post on my journey.
With love and best wishes, Gerwyn
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THAXTED WHATSAPP GROUP
Keep up to date, help with projects and events and connect with other church members by joining the new Thaxted Church WhatsApp group. Please text your name and mobile phone number to Paul Meader 07711-310243, or speak to Paul in Church. (Please note that by joining the group your mobile number will be visible to other group members).
