Newsletter 21st February, 2021
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First Sunday of Lent, 21st February 2021
We begin our Lenten journey this week. The word ‘Lent’ comes from an old English word for spring. So the 40 day liturgical season is like a spring time for our spiritual life. The coldness of our hearts and the frozenness of our bad habits can be warmed by the love of Christ. Do make the most of this time, which comes as a gift and an opportunity to deepen our faith journeys.
Sunday school activities have been posted to our children – the materials to make a special Lent garland or tree. If you are making one of these, do share a photo with us for others to see.
Join Tea and Fellowship - CLICK HERE
Meeting ID: 876 6771 6499 Passcode: 843226
Online painting retreat with Revd Jess I will be leading another Walking on Water online retreat next month. (There is no charge for the retreat) The introductory day will be on Saturday 13th March, and the retreat itself will run daily from Monday 15th to Saturday 20th inclusive. Each day will consist of a live Zoom session at 10am and 2pm GMT, plus night prayer at 5pm for those who would like it. After each Zoom session you can watch a demonstration of the meditation for the session on YouTube, before doing the meditation for yourself. For those of you who might feel nervous about the word 'painting', I just want to reassure you that this retreat is not about painting pictures, and that everything you do will just be between you and God ... no-one else will see what you do. Here is a prayer painting ...
If you think you would like to join in, email me on j.aidley@gmail.com Rev'd Jess. ‘Bob’s Cards for Sale’ A variety of cards for sale. All cards £1 each. Sold safely from my car boot, at my address or your address (Locally only). Please email: robertcaffyn1@gmail.com. To make arrangements for purchase. All proceeds to the Good Shepherd. Bob Caffyn.
World Day of Prayer 2021 Build on a Strong Foundation Prepared by women of VANUATU, FRIDAY 5th MARCH, 2.00pm,SHOREHAM FREE CHURCH Buckingham Road. Covid secure guidelines will be followed at the service. Please wear a face mask. Pre booking is essential (numbers limited to 30.) Either tel. 01273 463592 or email: sandy.scriven@sky.com There will be a video of the service led by the WDP Vanuatu committee posted on the WDPIC You Tube channel and social media.
Choir Rehearsals These are currently taking place on Zoom every Thursday 5.45pm to 6.45pm. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84460648328?pwd=RVJFeTEwNDk3R0tYeTQyVnhIRU9XZz09
Meeting ID: 844 6064 8328 Passcode: 175913
Church Quiz Night After the great success of Martin’s first online quiz night he is hosting another on Tuesday 23rd Feb at 7pm. Join Zoom Meeting The Good Shepherd Lent Course
The church building is all ready for the purple season of Lent. Come inside and see Chris Diebel’s striking Lent banner and also green foliage displays, thanks to the flower team. My hours as Associate Vicar are half time and my working days are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and also Sunday mornings. Please do get in contact if you need any prayer or support. Blessings and prayers for you this week. Revd Jane Email: bartlett.jane@ntlworld.com. Tel: 079355 38085.
Church website: www.goodshepherdshorehambeach.org.uk
Services this Week Sunday, 21st February 10am – Service of the Word on Zoom with Canon Tony and our authorised lay minister Judy Short.
We ask you to join 15 minutes before the service if you’re new to Zoom. You’ll need a laptop, desktop, tablet or smartphone with built in camera and to be connected to the internet. You don’t have to buy any new software or register for Zoom services. You click on this link and then follow the prompt. This is the same link each week.
Meeting ID: 839 0035 2820 Password: 057057
There is a second option to join by dialling in on a telephone, either landline or mobile. You won’t have video connection, but you will be able to hear the service and speak. You dial 0203 4815240 and follow the prompts. The meeting ID and password are as above.
Alternatively from 4pm you can watch parts of the service later on Facebook or our You Tube page.
Our You Tube page CLICK HERE
Our church Facebook page CLICK HERE
Tuesday, 23rd February 9.30am - Informal Holy Communion on Zoom with Revd Pat.
Meeting ID: 843 7389 6633 Passcode: 901329
Thursday 25th February 7pm Celtic Evening Prayer on Zoom Meeting ID: 835 3982 3953 Password: 589147
Friday 26th February 8am – Meditation with Morning Prayer on Zoom (No password is needed for this one) Click here LINK Evening Prayer This is said at 5.30pm from St Marys via Zoom on Monday and Wednesday, at 5.30pm. If you want to attend contact Canon Ann for the link. Email: annwaizeneker@gmail.com
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Tea and Fellowship at 4pm helps us stay in touch during these winter months. Thank you to Judy Short for hosting these gatherings – just what we need during lockdown! Make yourself a cuppa and join on this Zoom link.
Thank you to all of you who have signed up for this course. The groups are now full. You leaders will be in contact with you with more information.
Daily Hope is the Church of England’s telephone line for those who can’t access the internet. It now additionally offers a ‘Sleep Well’ option to help you relax and get a good night’s sleep. There are also daily reflections, prayers and hymns, and a message from the Archbishop of Canterbury. The telephone line is free to call.
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