Notices 16th November
TODAY at St Simon’s.
The Bishop and the Vocation Team will be sharing an afternoon of workshops and worship with any who feels God is calling them to service in Clergy. The afternoon culminates in an Evening Worship Service at 6.30pm to which all are invited.
St Simon & St Jude Gift Day 2008
The total of giving for this year’s Gift Day is £5,273.74.
The giving will be used towards maintaining the provision of a Support Worker here at St Simon’s.
FUTURE EVENTS at St Simon’s
29th Nov Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, Barn Dance 7pm
Here at St Simon’s. A fun evening, Barn Dance style evening includes, sales of Christmas cards, quiz and dancing and jacket potato supper. (Bring own drinks)
Cost £6, tickets available from Alison Chester, hurry, they are going fast.
December 2nd Girls & Boys Brigades Family Evening
6.30pm start approx end at 8pm. Quiz & Hotpot Supper
Also Bring and Buy table, (donations of saleable items, good as new/new appreciated) All proceeds raised going to develop the outdoor recreational area at the rear of church. Tickets available from the Brigade leaders. Adults £3.50. Child £2 (must be accompanied by an adult). Enquiries to Mel 01772 741561 or Ian 506729
7th December Bible Sunday. Roger Smith with be with us for both services
ON THE NOTICE BOARD.. in Brief and Local Events
WILL AID..make a Will – make a difference. (November 08 only)
Make your Will this November and you can donate to participating charities instead of paying the solicitor. Also at www.willaid.org.uk
20th November 7 Laws for Life. Christ Church Walton.
Discover the 7 essentials to effective Christian Living.
3rd December Sshhh! Advent Quiet Day All Saints
Holy Communion 10. 15am led by Revd. Cyprian Yobera from .
ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS!
Ladies Evening Christmas Meal Update…..
If you are joining us for this event, your choice of meal and final balance of £12 is required by 23rd November. A menu is on the notice board at the back of church, please speak to Clare Singleton or Ann Jardine
Postage Stamps…watch out for them on your Christmas mail.
BDS School are still collecting used stamps in aid of the Blind Association. Please give stamps to Jean Abram or leave in church office.
Hungry & Homeless Soup Kitchen. Christmas gifts
As we approach the festive season, your continued support would be much appreciated. Gifts of tinned, dried, preserved products, seasonal foods i.e. Christmas pudding, tinned fruit, etc. must be placed in the box at the back of church prior to Sunday 7th December. Please speak to Robert and Linda Stephenson.
Book Stall…. Christmas Cards/Advent Calendars/Gifts
Have a look on the bookstall, there are many new Christmas items, gifts, cards, books, candles, CD’s etc. Can’t see what you need, speak to Linda and Debbie, alternatively, visit the Christian Book Shop on Wesley Street Southport. More info at…
www.southportchristianbookcentre.co.uk
Scripture Union - The Joy of Christmas Event Nov 22nd 5-7pm
Scripture Union invites you to All Saints Church Hall, Childwall Lane, Liverpool L16 0JW . Free seasonal refreshments, SU Christmas gift ideas & carols. Relaxed, creative & reflective celebration of the advent season. For more information contact Richard Witham 0151 724 4213 or Richardjw@scriptureunion.org.uk
Christmas & New Year Specials!
Would all groups or individuals whom in December and early January 09 require the services of the Technical Team –sound/light/PowerPoint –please supply details to appropriate team members AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Thanks | 