Sunday 7th December
Second Sunday of Advent
Saturday 6th December
4:00 pm Christingle at St Mary's, Easton Neston
Sunday 7th December
9:15 am Family Worship at St Lawrence, Towcester
10:15 am Benefice Sunday Worship via Zoom
11:15 am Holy Communion at St Bartholomew's, Greens Norton
4:00 pm Christingle at St Lawrence, Towcester
Subscribe to our weekly Newsletter here.
Our weekly news contains details of services for this and next weekend, as well as daily bible readings, prayer requests and notices for forthcoming events.
Details of all our Christmas Services can be found here.
Looking ahead to events and services that are happening please do look at the monthly calendar for December
Copies are available in churches for collecting especially for those who do not have emails.
Dear friends,
Last Sunday was a truly joyful day in the life of our Benefice. In the morning we welcomed Archdeacon Richard, who spoke about the expectation of waiting and praying for the second coming of Christ. He reminded us that Advent calls us not only to look back to Bethlehem but also to look forward with hope, staying awake to the presence of Christ in our lives and in our world.
It was a timely encouragement to watch, to pray and to prepare our hearts for the one who will come again in glory.
In the afternoon we gathered again for a full and uplifting Advent Service, with the Benefice Choir offering beautiful music that helped create a truly prayerful and hope filled space. Their contribution to our worship is a real gift.
We are grateful to everyone who provided such warm welcome and refreshments at both services. Your hospitality makes a real difference.
Looking ahead, this weekend brings two opportunities to gather for Christingle:
- Saturday at 4:00 pm at Easton Neston
- Sunday at 4:00 pm at St Lawrence, Towcester
These much loved services offer a moment of light and wonder for all ages. Do join us and feel free to invite others.
Next week we look forward to Hog, Hits and Hallelujahs, which is a follow on from God and Chips which Revd Nigel has been leading this year in the Butcher's Arms. Tickets for this event have now all gone!!
There are many more events planned in the coming weeks. Please do pick up an events sheet from church or look out for the posters below. To highlight one event coming soon, if you are looking for another wonderful event to enjoy, the Phoenix Singers will be performing "Carols with a Difference" on Monday 15 December at 7pm at St Mary’s Church, Easton Neston. Tickets are £15.00 and include a glass of wine and mince pies.
As we continue through Advent, may we find moments to welcome Christs fellowship, to watch and pray, and to be ready to receive Him with joy.
With my prayers
Revd Paula Challen
Rector, Tove Benefice
Forthcoming Events
Worship for this coming week
Lectionary Readings : (these links will take you to Bible Gateway from the NRSV):
Isaiah 11: 1 – 10 Romans 15: 4 - 13 Matthew 3: 1 – 12
In Church Worship: details for this weekend and next weekend services are in the weekly news - which is at the top of this mailing or can be picked up in church.
This weeks reflection by Jane Jakes is entitled "Choose Life"
Zoom Services:
The meeting rooms are opened approx. 15mins before the service is due to start. All the liturgy for the service will be displayed on the screen.
- Sunday 10:15 am Benefice Sunday Worship
- Monday to Saturday 9:00 am Morning Prayer (except on the first Tuesday of each month)
Benefice Office Hours
Monday to Friday
9:30 am to 1:00 pm
01327 350459
tovebeneficeoffice@gmail.com
Key Ministry Team Contacts
The Rev'd Paula Challen (Rector) rector.tovebenefice@gmail.com
The Rev'd Greg Roberts (Associate Priest) TheRevdGregRoberts@
The Rev'd Nigel Clent (Assistant Curate) tovecurate@gmail.com
Sarah Barnett (Children and Families Leader) tovefamilies@gmail.com
