| † St Andrews Proclaiming Christ in Clewer 14 September 2025 Holy Cross Day The Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity |
 WELCOME Today is Holy Cross Day. The day we remember the cross on which Jesus died. Do you own a cross or have one hanging on the wall somewhere in your home? The cross is essentially two pieces of wood cut from a tree, two pieces of wood making a symbol with such deep meaning. The sign of the cross is made at all life faith events, from baptism to last rites, from absolution to blessing. Today we think about how we face the cross for healing and support to how following the cross reveals the truth and justice. Not then simply two pieces of wood, but a deep spiritual symbol that reinforces our relationship with God. If you wear a cross, what does it mean to you, does it reflect your faith? Blessings for your week Revd Rosie SUNDAY SERVICES 14TH SEP – HOLY CROSS DAY 13TH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY 10:30am Parish Eucharist 5.00pm Evening Prayer The readings are: Numbers 21.4-9; Philippians 2.6-11; John 3.13-17. COLLECT Almighty God, who in the passion of your blessed Son made an instrument of painful death to be for us the means of life and peace: grant us so to glory in the cross of Christ that we may gladly suffer for his sake; who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen LAST SUNDAY MORNING SERMON RECORDING Revd Rosie’s Sermon for 7 Sep 2025LISTEN LAST SUNDAY AFTERNOON SERMON RECORDING Canon Brian’s Sermon for 7 Sep 2025LISTEN NOTICES PLEASE PRAY FOR The Suffering: Sam, Matt, Al, Sharon, Vivienne, Stef, John F, Joanna, Dee, Tom B, Val, and Trevor. Refugees, Prisoners, the Homeless and those who mourn. The Departed: Geoffrey Try, Keith Faulkner, all those recently departed this life and those whose anniversaries fall at this time. Baptisms: Jasmine, Matilda, Oban Weddings: Community Prayers: Clewer Green School, Mrs Branch, Mr Seymour, and all the staff, pupils, staff and governors. Busy Buttons CORE Charity and for all the work that they do. For all our Care Homes, for the safety of residents and staff. We pray also for Windsor Christian Action, and the work of the Homeless Project, Street Angels, and FoodShare, under the umbrella of the Alma Beacon Hub. Please pray for the PCC as they work through the Mission Action Plan and discern God’s mission in Clewer. Parish Cycle of Prayer: Please pray for all who live or work in Cleves Court, Carter Close, St Johns Road, Gordon Road, Dawson Close, Convent Road, and Bailey Close. Anglican Cycle of Prayer: please pray for The Church in South America. Please pray also for the Churches in these Dioceses: Omu-Aran (Nigeria), Ondo (Nigeria), Ontario (Canada), Oregon (USA), Eastern Oregon (USA), and Orlu (Nigeria).Please continue to pray for and support your neighbours and families. CHURCH GIVING Thank you to everyone who continues to contribute to our church financially as well as through their time and skills. As we see our congregation grow and our community events increase we invite you to prayerfully consider how you might support this ongoing growth. Every contribution helps us serve our parish here in Clewer. Finance Details Parish Giving Scheme – where one off payments or regular giving can be set up. Alternatively, financial contributions can be paid directly to our bank account, the details of which are: HSBC Bank Sort Code: 40-47-37 Account number: 11373366 Account name: PCC St Andrews Church SERVICES FOR THE NEXT FEW WEEKS Evening Prayer via Zoom at 5.00pm Tuesdays and Thursdays Morning Prayer on Wednesdays at 8.00am in Church The church is open for private prayer 10.00am-5.00pm daily Sun 14 Sep – 13th Sunday after Trinity 10:30am Parish Eucharist 3.30pm Faith Explorers 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 21 Sep – 14th Sunday after Trinity 10:30am Parish Eucharist 3.00pm Wild Worship 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 28 Sep – 15th Sunday after Trinity 10:30am Parish Eucharist 5.00pm Evening Prayer Sun 05 Oct – Harvest Festival 10:30am All Age Family Eucharist 5.00pm Parish Eucharist UPCOMING EVENTS Ride+Stride 2025 Saturday 13th September Heritage Open Day Saturday 13th September Community Fridge pop-up Saturday 13th September – 11am Churchyard Tea Saturday 13th September – 3pm – 5pm Faith Explorers Sunday 14th September – 3.30pm Pudding Club (Cake and Fellowship) restarts 15th September – 7.30pm Wild Worship Sunday 21st September – 3pm Macmillan Coffee Morning Wednesday 24th September – 10am Prayers and Bears returns on Friday 26 September – 9.30am Popup Café Friday 26th September – 4pm 24-hour Sing-Along Friday 26th Septemberat Windsor Boys School, starting at 5pm, to raise money for the Night Shelter. Harvest Festival Weekend 4-5th October Date for your diary – An Introduction to Christian Meditation – 11th,18th,25th October and 1st November – 5pm at St Andrews  HERITAGE OPEN DAY We will participate in this year’s Heritage Open Days with history displays in the Brocas Chapel on Saturday 13th September  Details here: https://www.berkschurchestrust.org.uk/ride-and-stride-2/ Then follow the links from their menu for more information    The Poppy Project is gathering momentum, if you want to sew, knit or crochet a poppy please do, all contributions welcome. CONTACTS Rector Revd Rosie Webb 01753 852334, email: rector@clewerparish.org Parish Office email: office@clewerparish.org Parish Website: www.standrewsclewer.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/standrewsclewer Churchwarden: Vacant Contact via email: office@clewerparish.org Safeguarding Policy: www.standrewsclewer.org/safeguarding-policy Safeguarding Officer: clewerparishsafeguarding@gmail.com |