Come near to God and he will come near to you.
James 4, verse 8
There are 6 aspect of Christian discipleship;
worshipping together, praying, exploring the Bible, sharing communion, offering service and sharing the good news with others.
Notices for Sunday 15th February 2026
1 before Lent
Today
Coates Holy Communion at 9.30am led by Revd. Pepita Walker
Kemble SOURCE service at 10am led by the Source team
Poole Keynes Morning Prayer at 10am led by Liz Collins
Frampton Mansell Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens
Rodmarton Morning Prayer at 11am led by the wardens
Somerford Keynes Morning Prayer at 11am led by Karen Czapiewski
This week
Monday, 16th February
No Little Fishes this week due to half term.
Tuesday 17th February
Pancake party – 5pm at Poole Keynes village hall. Please contact Liz Collins for further information: e.collins@farming.co.uk
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. The Kingstons are currently away and the group will resume in the New Year, once they return. 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, 22nd February
Tarlton Holy Communion at 8am led by TBC
Coates Benefice Service at 10am led by the team
Rodmarton Evening Prayer at 6pm led by the wardens
Lent Courses
In-person Lent course at Kemble House – Wednesdays at 7.30pm during Lent, starting on Wednesday 25th February. This course will follow the 24/7 prayer lectio 365 Lent material.
Online Lent course via Zoom – Thursdays at 7.30pm during Lent, starting on Thursday 19th February. This course will follow the Church of England ‘Draw Near’ Lent material. To join – please visit the Benefice website: https://thamesheadchurches.org.uk/online-services-and-groups/thursdayhomegroup/
Sustainable Church Flowers
A message for all Benefice flower arrangers from Rosemary Bailey (Deanery Eco Church Representative):
There is going to be a new Sustainable Church Flowers award system and there will be a meeting in the morning of 15th June at Minchinhampton Parish Church for two flower arrangers from each Parish to learn about the displayable awards. More information to follow shortly.
Dates for the diary
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).
Friday, 27th – Saturday, 28th February
24 hours of prayer in the Upper Room at Kemble House from midday on Friday 27th to midday on Saturday 28st February. 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.
Saturday, 28th February
Faithful Generations: an event to celebrate everyone of grandparent generation and the children they love and care for in their families, churches and communities. This will be an opportunity to explore Christian faith and spirituality through dance, prayer, stories, interactive worship and more! Held from 12 noon to 4pm at St John the Baptist, Cirencester.
Rodmarton and Tarlton Quiz Night with Lena and Hamish Corley in aid of St Peter’s, Rodmarton and St Osmund’s, Tarlton. Rodmarton Village Hall - doors open at 7pm for 7.30pm prompt start. £12 entry per person – bring your own shared picnic supper for your table. Wine bar and Spring Raffle. Teams of six. To join a team or to book, please ring Jane Marlowe: 01285 770401 or email janemarlowe1@gmail.com
Friday, 3rd April – Good Friday
‘Wild and Messy’ – 2pm at All Saints Church, Somerford Keynes. All are welcome. Please contact Liz Collins for more information: e.collins@farming.co.uk
Sunday, 5th April – Easter Sunday
Cake sale in aid of Christian Aid following the Holy Communion service at Frampton Mansell.
Cirencester Food Bank – current urgent needs
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