The angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for see - I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people ...’
Luke 2.10-11
There will no live stream service this Sunday as we are gathering in Poole Keynes for our Combined Benefice Holy Communion. Do join us, if you can.
Notices for Sunday 14th December 2025
Advent 3
Today
Poole Keynes Benefice Holy Communion at 10am led by Revd. Geoff Maughan
Tarlton Christingle Holy Communion at 11am led by Fr. Julian Wilson
This week
Monday, 15th 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. This will be the last session of term – we look forward to seeing you again on 12th January.
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, 16th December
The third meeting of our Somerford Keynes Advent group. Please see further details below.
Thursday, 17th December
The second meeting of our Kemble and Sapperton Advent groups. Please see separate notice below for further details.
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 2nd, 9th and 16th December, 7pm – kindly hosted by Sussanne Lock.
Kemble
Thursday 4th, 11th and 18th December 7.30pm – kindly hosted by Liz and George Collins.
Sapperton/Frampton Mansell
Thursday 4th, 11th and 18th December at 11am – kindly hosted by Frankie and Aileen Shaw.
Rodmarton/Tarlton - Advent Reflections
Tuesday 2nd, 9th and 16th , 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, 21st December
Kemble Holy Communion at 8.30am led by Revd. Steve Bullock
Rodmarton Carol Service at 11am led by the wardens
Coates Carol Service at 2pm led by Karen Czapiewski
Frampton Mansell Carol Service at 4pm led by Revd. Pepita Walker
Somerford Keynes Carol Service at 4.30pm led by Revd. Steve Bullock, followed by mulled wine and mince pies.
Poole Keynes Carol Service at 5.30pm led by Liz Collins
Kemble Carol Service at 6.30pm led by Colin Rank. Following the Kemble Carol Service, you are warmly invited by Colin and Binnie Rank for mulled wine and mince pies at The Forge, Church Lane.
Dates for the diary
Friday, 26th – Saturday, 27th December
24 hours of prayer in the Upper Room at Kemble House from midday on Friday 26th to midday on Saturday 27th December. To sign up for a period of prayer, please visit https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/c90142
The Upper Room is located between All Saints church and Kemble House – please contact Jill Kingston for access details.
Tuesday, 24th 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. Kindly 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 – 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.
Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs
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