Remembrance
I remember the days of old; I meditate on all that you have done; I ponder the work of your hands.
Psalm 143:5
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Notices for Sunday 2nd November 2025
4 before Advent
Today:
Kemble Morning Prayer with Source Seekers at 10am led by Judith Cutler and Juliette Jago
Poole Keynes Holy Communion at 10am led by Revd. Pepita Walker
Frampton Mansell Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock
Rodmarton All Saints Holy Communion at 11am led by Fr. Julian Wilson
Somerford Keynes Morning Prayer at 11am led by Karen Czapiewski
Coates All Saints and All Souls service at 3pm led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock
This week:
Monday, 3rd November
Little Fishes at Kemble Village Hall from 2-4pm. Welcoming group for all babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers. Toys, singing, craft activities and refreshments.
Stewardship talk. A talk with Lisa-Jayne Lewis, stewardship advisor for the diocese. Lisa-Jayne will speak about ideas for a stewardship campaign across the Benefice. All churchwardens and PCC members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Somerford Keynes village hall, 7.30-9pm.
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, Wednesday 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.
Thameshead Prayer Diary
There are a few copies of the diary in each church each month, but the easiest way to join prayer with and for our community is to join the WhatsApp group. If you would like to have a prayer sent to you each morning, please contact Liz on 07774 104990.
Next Week: Sunday, 9th November
Coates Vann Cup Holy Communion at 9.30am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock
Kemble Remembrance service at 10am led by Karen Czapiewski
Frampton Mansell Remembrance service at 10.30am led by Revd. Pepita Walker
Poole Keynes Remembrance service at 10.50am led by Tom Grand with Bishop Robert Preaching
Somerford Keynes Remembrance service at 10.50am led by Liz Collins
Rodmarton Mattins and Remembrance at 10.55am led by the wardens
Dates for the diary:
Saturday 8th November
A team required for weeding around the Yew tree, in Kemble churchyard, commencing at 10am. If able to help please bring a long handled spade.”
Saturday, 15th November
Christmas Fair at Somerford Keynes Village Hall, 10am-1pm, in aid of Somerford Keynes Church. Free entry. Stalls will include cakes, cards, artwork, dog treats, toys and gifts as well as a raffle and tombola. There will also be music and refreshments. Please note that some stall holders will only be accepting cash.
Tuesday, 25th November
Thameshead Ladies Connection (TLC) at Kemble Lodge, Kemble, GL7 6AD from 7.15-9pm. ‘Flowers and Faith’ with Beth Bruce-Gardner. Beth will be sharing her passion for sustainable floristry, including a Christmas table decoration demonstration. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served. Please RSVP to Toto Walls (07989 301120), Aileen Shaw (07807 199602) or Julie Allen (07704 892029).
Saturday 29th November
Second Hand Book Sale at Somerford Keynes Village Hall, 12.30-4.30pm - in aid of Somerford Keynes Church and Womens Aid. Please bring cash. Good quality books for sale and most books only 50p!
Sunday, 30th November
St Michael and All Angels, Poole Keynes
Songs of Praise
Sunday 30th November (Advent Sunday)
Come and join us for an opportunity to choose your favourite hymn or carol or to hear your favourite Bible verse.
Please contact Liz with your requests (by November 23rd):
e.collins@farming.co.uk or 07774104990
Saturday, 6th December
Rodmarton Christmas Bazaar. All are welcome to enjoy this festive Christmas event at Rodmarton Village Hall, 2.30 – 4.30 pm, in aid of the church. Father Christmas will be there! Also mulled wine, mince pies, crafts, a school stall, Christmas music. Please let me know if you would like to be involved in any way with the running of the Christmas Bazaar, or would like to donate a raffle prize, or have a stall to sell your own crafts. Enquiries to Jane 01285 770401 or 07896 311 882
Sunday, 7th December
Wild and Messy Church at Poole Keynes Village Hall, 2pm. Fun, games, refreshments and worship for everyone. Please contact Liz Collins for further details e.collins@farming.co.uk / 07774 104990.
Lee Abbey Visit 2026
“On the spectacular North Devon coast in Exmoor National Park, Lee Abbey Devon is home to a Christian Community. A stay at Lee Abbey Devon is more than a Christian retreat or holiday; it is an opportunity to encounter Jesus through worship, teaching, ministry and Community which we pray will transform your life, relationships, community, environment and world” (Taken from the Lee Abbey website.)
As a Benefice we have enjoyed several visits to Lee Abbey. We hope to return in June 2026 ( 26 – 28th).
If you would like to join us, please can you let us know ASAP so that we can book our places - we can get a discount for group bookings.
If you would like more information, please speak to Liz or George Collins.
Calling all knitters!
The Thameshead Benefice are looking for knitters to help create a host of Christmas angels. Pattern and wool provided. Please contact Liz e.collins@farming.co.uk
Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs
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