Come near to God and he will come near to you.
James 4, verse 8
There are 6 aspect of Christian discipleship;
worshipping together, praying, exploring the Bible, sharing communion, offering service and sharing the good news with others.
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Notices for Sunday 15th March 2026
Lent 4 – Mothering Sunday
Today
Coates Morning Prayer at 9.30am led by Karen Czapiewski
Kemble Morning Source at 10am led by the team
Poole Keynes Morning Prayer at 10am led by Mark Wilton and Judith Cutler
Frampton Mansell Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens
Rodmarton Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Pepita Walker
Somerford Keynes Morning Prayer at 11am led by Liz Collins
This week
Monday, 16th March
Little Fishes, Kemble Village Hall from 2-4pm. For all babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers. Toys, singing, craft activities and refreshments.
Licensing service for Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock – 7pm at All Saints, Kemble, followed by refreshments. All are welcome to attend.
Wednesday, 17th March
In-person Lent course at Kemble House – see below for further information.
Thursday, 18th March
Online Lent course via Zoom – see below for further information. To join – please visit the Benefice website: https://thamesheadchurches.org.uk/all-together/lent-course/
Prayer
Next Zoom Prayer Meeting: Tuesday 8:30 – 9:00 am
Next Zoom Night Prayer (Compline) 9:00 pm: Monday, Wednesday and Friday (via the website).
Time Out : Tuesdays during term time for men and women roughly 25-50 (alternating). 8-9.30pm in Kemble or online. Please speak to Matt or Cadie Aspray for more information.
Kemble House Home Group, Wednesdays 7.30pm. Do please join our Lent group at Kemble House. The home group will resume as normal after Easter. Please contact Jill Kingston for further information.
Zoom Home Group: Thursdays 7:30pm. Join via our website link or speak to Liz Collins.
Next Week: Sunday, March 22nd
Tarlton Holy Communion BCP at 8am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock
Frampton Mansell Combined Benefice Service at 10am led by Frankie Shaw and Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock
Rodmarton Evening Prayer at 6pm led by the wardens
Lent Courses
In-person Lent course at Kemble House – Wednesdays at 7.30pm during Lent, starting on Wednesday 25th February. This course will follow the 24/7 prayer lectio 365 Lent material.
Online Lent course via Zoom – Thursdays at 7.30pm during Lent, starting on Thursday 19th February. This course will follow the Church of England ‘Draw Near’ Lent material. To join – please visit the Benefice website: https://thamesheadchurches.org.uk/all-together/lent-course/
A Memorial Lily for Easter – All Saints Kemble
The Kemble Flower Guild plan to have lillies in the church this Easter. If you would like a lily ‘in memory of a loved one’, please let us know by Monday, 23rd March. A donation of £5 towards the costs would be appreciated. Please contact Kelsie Hall 07969 392663 or Pat Ferris 01285 770756, or sign up on the board in the church.
Sportily Youth Club – Kemble Village Hall
Our new Sportily zone leader, Kaz, along with her apprentice Matt are planning to re-invigorate the Youth Club on Monday nights. There is a slightly amended timetable – 6-7pm for some fun physical activities, then 7-7.30pm for snacks, chat and games. The youth club is aimed at ages 9-13 years though if your child is slightly older or younger, this isn’t a problem. Each session costs just £1. Do please spread the word! Further information can be found here: https://sportily.org.uk/19/Thameshead
Sustainable Church Flowers
A message for all Benefice flower arrangers from Rosemary Bailey (Deanery Eco Church Representative):
There is going to be a new Sustainable Church Flowers award system and there will be a meeting in the morning of 15th June at Minchinhampton Parish Church for two flower arrangers from each Parish to learn about the displayable awards. More information to follow shortly.
Dates for the diary
Friday, 27th – Saturday, 28th March
24 hours of prayer in the Upper Room at Kemble House from midday on Friday 27th to midday on Saturday 28st March. To sign up for a period of prayer, please visit https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/c90142
Friday, 3rd April – Good Friday
‘Wild and Messy’ – 2pm at All Saints Church, Somerford Keynes. All are welcome. Please contact Liz Collins for more information: e.collins@farming.co.uk
Sunday, 5th April – Easter Sunday
Cake sale in aid of Christian Aid following the Holy Communion service at Frampton Mansell.
Thursday 23rd April
TLC (Thameshead Ladies Connection) – ‘The Mental Health Crisis’. Linda Bullock, CEO of Listening Post will join us to share the vision and mission of the organisation. 7.15-9pm, hosted by Lucinda Turner at The Bell House, 126 Old Vicarage Lane, Kemble GL7 6BB. Refreshments will be served. RSVP to Lucinda (07881 825895), Aileen (07807 199602) or Toto (07989 301120).
Saturday, 9th May
Save the date! Kemble Church Fête kindly hosted by Martin and Jill Kingston at Kemble House. 2-4pm.
Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs
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