May 17th 2026

your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as in heaven.

There will be no live stream service this week as we have our Ascension Picnic in Windmill Park. Do join us if you are able to do so.

Today

Coates Morning Prayer at 9.30am, followed by APCM, led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock

Poole Keynes Morning Prayer at 10am led by Karen Czapiewski

Kemble SOURCE Ascension Picnic in Windmill Park at 11am led by the team

Frampton Mansell Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens

Rodmarton Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens

Somerford Keynes Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Pepita Walker

This week

Monday, 18^th May

Little Fishes, Kemble Village Hall from 2-4pm. For all babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers. Toys, singing, craft activities and refreshments.

Sportily Youth Club will at Kemble Village Hall. 6-7pm sports session/7-7.30pm social session. The Youth Club provides a safe place for school students (Y4-9) to build positive relationships with one another, engage in social activities, explore new skills, talk about important topics in life and access support and advice from trusted adults. For further information and to book a place: https://bookwhen.com//sportilythameshead/e/ev-s0w62-20251117180000

Thursday, 14^th – Sunday, 24^th May

‘Thy Kingdom Come’ – a series of prayer walks and Compline services throughout the benefice.

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. 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, 24^th May

Tarlton Holy Communion BCP at 8am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock

Rodmarton Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock

Poole Keynes Benefice Holy Communion at 10am led by Revd. Pepita Walker

Dates for the diary

Saturday, 30^th May

‘Our Voice, Our Vision – Shaping our Future Together’ – Somerford Keynes village hall, 10.30am-3pm. All are invited to join us as we share ideas and plan the way forward for our benefice with our new priest-in-charge; Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock. Bring and share lunch. Please RSVP to Toto Walls – office@thamesheadchurches.org.uk

Saturday, 6^th June

Highland Games and Dog Show at Edgeworth Polo Club from 1-4pm. Highland games, dog show, polo games, raffle, bar and BBQ, face painting, climbing wall, stands, stalls and entertainment.

Sunday, 7^th June

Rodmarton Big Lunch at Rodmarton Village Hall 12 noon- 4 pm Please join us for a delicious Summer Lunch, with festivities, food and friends. Pimm’s and Wine Bar, Big Pudding and Cake Auction, Floral Table Decoration Competition, Fun Dog Show and Agility Course, Tug of War and traditional Children’s Games. For enquiries and tickets: 07974 422272 or 07896 311924.

Saturday, 13^th June

Save the date! Somerford Keynes Open Garden and Family Fun Afternoon kindly hosted by Sissy and Richard Needham at Croft House. 2-4pm. Tea and cakes, Pimm’s, raffle, a Wall of Bids, children’s games, stalls of second hand books and preserves and an opportunity to explore the beautiful grounds and Arboretum of Croft House.

Monday, 15^th June

Sustainable church flowers event at Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton – launch of the SCF award scheme, talk, short film, flower demonstration and refreshments.  Hosted by Stroud and Cirencester Deaneries. 9.30am-12.30pm. Price: £10. Bookings: Rosemary Bailey meajrb@aol.com

'The way we adorn our churches reflects the care and reverence we hold for God's creation'.

Tuesday, 16^th June

Thameshead Ladies Connection (TLC) – Summer Charity Soirée. Anne Linstrum and The Alpha Trio will entertain us with a musical variety concert. Pimm’s and strawberry treats. All proceeds go to Signpost Cirencester – cash or card donations welcome. Kindly hosted by Jill Kingston at Kemble House, 7.15-9pm.

Thursday, 25th June

Community screening of the ‘People’s Emergency Briefing’ at the RAU from 7.30-10pm.

What’s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK? Join us for a screening of the People’s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like:🌧️ Extreme weather,🍞 Food security,🏥 Health, 💷 Cost of living.

The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing held in Westminster on 27th November last year with appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden, and a range of voices from across the UK. After the film there will be a short open discussion in which we'll explore what it means for us and our community, and what we can do, both personally and collectively, to respond to what we've learned.

For further information and to book tickets, please visit: Get tickets – People's Emergency Briefing - Community Screening in Cirencester – Parkinson Lecture Theatre @ Royal Agricultural University

Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs

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