SERVICES THIS WEEK – 14th December
8 am Holy Communion
10 am Holy Communion
CELEBRATING ADVENT
O Come O Come Emmanuel – Advent Meditations & Communions at St. Helens – Wednesdays at 12 noon with a Soup Lunch
‘O Come O Come Emmanuel’ is the title of one of the oldest Advent hymns. It has seven verses, and each verse unfolds the ancient prayers (antiphons) the early church recited during this time of year. The Church of England’s Advent Book, ‘O Come O Come Emmanuel’, explores the hymn and prayers through beautiful images and reflections, which will serve as the foundation for our lunchtime discussions and meditations.
Please join us this Wednesday.
Following our 8 am service on the FIRST Sunday of each month, join us for Breakfast. Next date Sunday 5th October.
Services are held on Sundays at 8 am Holy Communion and 10.30 am. Messy Church is held on the 2nd Sunday of each month (term time only). THE NEXT MESSY CHURCH IS ON 12TH OCTOBER AT 9.00 AM.
Lunchtime Holy Communion with soup lunch at 12 pm on the first Wednesday of each month.
Want to Get More Involved at St Helen’s?
We would love for you to join one of our friendly volunteer teams! Whether you’ve helped before or it’s your first time, there’s a place for you.
Here’s how you can help:
🙋♂️ Sides Team – Say hello and hand out service sheets as people arrive.
📖 Read Scripture – Share the Bible reading at the 10:30am service.
🙏 Lead Intercessions – Help lead prayers (we promise it’s not as scary as it sounds – there’s lots of support and guidance).
☕ Sunday Coffee – Serve drinks after the service and/or bring something baked.
🧁 Coffee Shop – Lend a hand during open hours.
🧹 Church Cleaning – Team up with someone to give the church a clean on two weeks.
Most of these roles are just once a month, and they’re a great way to meet others, get involved, and serve our community.
If you’re interested, just have a word with Tracey – she’ll point you in the right direction. Thanks so much!
CLEANING—One of our teams has had to step down, so we are looking to recruit. Cleaners work in teams of 2 and cover two weeks every 6-8 weeks. If you can help, please get in touch with Tracey. Contact details: 01454 417660, tracey.lynne.black@hotmail.co.uk. Thank you in anticipation.
COFFEE MORNING HELPERS
The Coffee mornings at St Helen’s are a great success. Everyone benefits from getting together, and we raise monthly funds for charity. If you could spare an hour on a Tuesday morning to help bake, wash up, or serve, we would love to hear from you. A sign-up sheet is available in the Church, or you can contact rosemaryboere@gmail.com. Many thanks.
HELP TO MAINTAIN ST HELEN’S CHURCHYARD
Many consider St Helens Churchyard the prettiest and best-maintained churchyard in the area. We actively encourage wildflower displays, including primroses, cowslips, oxeye daisies, and birds-foot trefoil. We are looking for additional help to mow the grass, which must be carried out in sympathy with the wildflowers. The demand for cutting changes through the season.
If you can work without supervision at your own convenience for an hour a week and would like to join the team, please contact Richard Hiscock at 07444236099 e: richardhiscock25@gmail.com
🌸 CHURCH FLOWERS AT ST HELEN’S
Our flower team love to make the church a welcoming and uplifting place. Beautiful arrangements bring joy to everyone who comes through our doors—whether for Sunday worship, coffee mornings, or midweek gatherings.
Dedicate Flowers in Memory
If you would like to dedicate an arrangement in memory of a loved one, we would be delighted to include this. A card can also be placed with the flowers to mark the dedication.
Supporting the Flower Fund
We do our best to keep costs low by using flowers and foliage from local gardens. However, for festivals and special occasions we provide additional arrangements through the Flower Fund. Donations to the fund are always gratefully received.
How to Donate
Leave donations in church, clearly marked Flower Fund.
Enclose a note if you would like the flowers dedicated in memory of someone.
Or get in touch by email: revsrural@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping us continue this ministry of beauty and welcome in our church.