August 2nd 2026

“And on the seventh day God finished the work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all the work that he had done. So God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all the work that he had done in creation”.

Genesis 2:2–3

The service starts at 10am Please click HERE to join.

Today

Coates Morning Prayer at 9.30am led by Tony Berry

Kemble Morning Prayer at 10am led by Martin Kingston and Colin Rank

Poole Keynes Holy Communion at 10am led by Revd. Dr. Steve Bullock

Sapperton Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Pepita Walker

Rodmarton Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens

Somerford Keynes Morning Prayer at 11am led by Karen Czapiewski

This week

Monday, 3rd August

- No Little Fishes this week as the school holiday have started. We look forward to welcoming babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers again in September!

- Fun in the Sun with Sportily! Join us at Windmill Park and Playground, Kemble from 3-5pm for summer games, activities and chat in the park. All ages welcome. Free (BYO food). Contact karen.vannamen@sportily.org.uk for more information.

Tuesday, 4^th August

Said Holy Communion followed by coffee at Woodstock in Frampton Mansell. The service will start at 11am followed by coffee and a natter at 11.30am. We would love to see you for either or both.

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, 9^th August

Coates Benefice Holy Communion at 10am led by Liz Collins and Revd. Pepita Walker

Rodmarton Holy Communion at 11am led by Revd. Ian Aveyard

Dates for the diary

Thursdays

Strength, tone and core class with Sportily at Rodmarton village hall. 9-9.50am. All ages and abilities welcome – kids are welcome to come and play in the children’s corner or join in the exercises! For further information contact karen.vannamen@sportily.org.uk

Mondays 3^rd, 10^th and 17^th August

Fun in the Sun with Sportily! Join us at Windmill Park and Playground, Kemble from 3-5pm for summer games, activities and chat in the park. All ages welcome. Free (BYO food). Contact karen.vannamen@sportily.org.uk for more information.

Sunday, 23^rd August

Songs of Praise at All Saints, Kemble at 10am. If you would like a favourite hymn to be included, please contact thomas@barrow2000.plus.com or juliettek@btinternet.com. It would be great to know why it is important to you (this could be in writing if you prefer not to speak).

Sunday, 30^th August

Blessing of the Animals at St Peter’s, Rodmarton at 11am. All two- and four-legged pets are welcome to this friendly family service.

Saturday, 5^th September

Coates Country Fayre from 3pm. Produce show with stalls, bar, refreshments, games, raffle and BBQ. Entries to the village hall 11am-12noon.

Saturday, 12^th September

Gloucestershire Historic Churches ‘Ride and Stride’. Travel your way through the stunning chapels and churches of Gloucestershire and North Bristol. For further information, please visit https://ghct.org.uk/ride-and-stride

Saturday, 19^th September

Affirmation of lay ministry at Gloucester Cathedral, 12.30-4pm. A celebration of the ministry of all God’s people. All welcome.

Harvest services

Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs

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