Morning Prayer - Sunday 2nd August

Hi folks

Another month in this crazy year is over, and although things are slowly getting back towards normal, the world still isn't the way it should be!! We are still in peril from the dreaded coronavirus, and it still poses a threat. Please do not become complacent in your habits - keep washing your hands, wear masks if you can, keep distanced from each other, and be aware of those around you.

We are still aware of the inherent dangers of coming together indoors, and as a result our Sunday services will continue as Drive-in Church throughout August. We will make a decision later in the month regarding September - and inform everyone when we do.

August sees the start of our Bible Fellowship - this time meeting in the church building under the appropriate distancing measures. We won't have the pleasure of enjoying tea and coffee together as yet, but the craic will still be the same. We will still meet to examine and learn from God's Holy Word, and find strength and encouragement from each other. Bible Fellowship restarts on Wednesday 12th August at 8pm in the church. Please observe the social distancing measures in place!

Our Annual Easter Vestry was scheduled for April, but unfortunately became a victim of the pandemic! We will be recommencing our AEV on Tuesday 15th September, when we will have to appoint our own officers and those of our Diocesan representatives..

In the meantime, our Sunday services will continue each week at 11am, in the Parish carpark, and everyone will always find a welcome amongst our parish family. I attach the service sheet below, so that you can join in with us - even if you don't have a Book of Common Prayer.

Keep safe, and keep praying.

Johnny

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