November 30th 2025

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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Today:

Coates Christingle service at 10am led by Liz Collins

Kemble Morning Prayer at 10am led by Mark Wilton and Martin Kingston

Poole Keynes ‘Songs of Praise’ at 4pm led by Liz Collins

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

This week:         

Monday, 1^st December

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.

Sportily Youth Club at Kemble Village Hall. 6-7pm sports session/7-8pm 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

Tuesday, 2^nd December

Said Holy Communion and coffee at Woodstock, Frampton Mansell. The first meeting of our Somerford Keynes and Tarlton Advent groups. Please see separate notice below for further details. The service starts at 11am with coffee and a natter at 11.30. We would love to see you for either or both. Need a lift? Please contact Pepita or Paul on 760211.

The first meeting of our Somerford Keynes Advent group. Please see further details below.

Thursday, 4^th December

The first meeting of our Kemble and Sapperton Advent groups. Please see separate notice below for further details.

Saturday, 6^th 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, grand raffle, Christmas music. Enquiries to Jane 01285 770401 or 07896 311 882

Sunday, 7^th 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

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Advent Groups and Reflections

All are invited to join our relaxed Advent groups. We will explore three key moments from the Christmas story through bible study, discussion and prayerful reflection. Those who have never attended such groups are especially welcome. Anyone from the Benefice can join any of the groups - choose one which fits your schedule. For further details, please contact parish administrator, Toto Walls - office@thamesheadchurches.org.uk

Somerford Keynes

Tuesday 2^nd, 9^th and 16^th December, 7pm – kindly hosted by Sussanne Lock.

Kemble

Thursday 4^th, 11^th and 18^th December 7.30pm – kindly hosted by Liz and George Collins.

Sapperton/Frampton Mansell

Thursday 4^th, 11^th and 18^th December  at 11am – kindly hosted by Frankie and Aileen Shaw.

Rodmarton/Tarlton - Advent Reflections

Tuesday 2^nd, 9^th and 16^th , 6pm - Advent reflections to be held at St Osmund’s Chapel, Tarlton.

Morning Office BCP – weekdays at 9.30am throughout Advent at St. Peter’s Church

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.

Next Week: Sunday, 7^th December

Coates Morning Prayer at 9.30am led by Tony Berry and Rowena Ewens

Kemble Morning Prayer at 10am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock

Poole Keynes Morning Prayer at 10am led by Karen Czapiewski

Sapperton Morning Prayer at 11am led by Liz Collins

Rodmarton Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens

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

Poole Keynes Village Hall ‘Wild and Messy Church’ at 2pm led by Liz Collins

Dates for the diary:

Tuesday, 24^th February

TLC (Thameshead Ladies Connection) – Fireside Chat with Annie Campbell. Annie will be sharing her work with the Grace Network/Long Table alongside her faith journey. Hosted by Aileen Shaw from 7.15-9pm at The Spinney, Sapperton, GL7 6LJ. For more information, please contact Aileen Shaw (07807 199602), Lucinda Turner (07881 825895) or Julie Allen (07704 892029).

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 – 28^th).

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.

Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs

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