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FEBRUARY 2015 Donation or 40pHave you signed up for the Lent Course yet see the notice onpage 9

Safeguarding Children at Church see item on page 7

Don’t get a ticket see page 11

Archbishop Justin welcome kids saving scheme see page 15

Vicar Sue Brewer [email protected] Priest Jacqueline Littlewood 560106

Pastoral Assistant Pam Kilby 332693Pastoral Assistant Jasmine Humphries 392713Pastoral Assistant Colin Parsonson 359713

Church Warden Jan Osborne 740763Church WardenPCC Secretary Linda Riordan 746988PCC Treasurer Steve Humphries 392713

Reader Rosemary Austin 358702Reader Sheila Brown 356339Reader John Hougham 352138Reader Betty Martin 352696Reader Martin Sewell 745443

Who’s Who at www.christchurchgravesend.org.ukChrist Church

Deadline for the magazine is middle ofthe month prior to publication. Nextmonth Wednesday 18 February, forMarch Copy: email to:[email protected]

Hand to a Church Warden or Mike Cubitt

Christ Church Hall is availablefor hireContact Rachel Pace01474 249508 or 07960 024917Well equipped, very suitable formeetings and childrens parties

Christ Church Milton-Next-Gravesend Page 2 February 2015

Page 2 Who’s WhoPage 3 First Communion?Page 4 Coffee RotaPage 5 First StepsPage 7 Safeguarding childrenPage 9 Lent Study datesPage 11 News NoticesPage 12 Police noticePage 13 C of E News in FocusPage 15 Archbishop JustinPage 17 C of E News in FocusPage 27 Calendar for February

Inside this Month


Welcome to theLord’s TableWe will soon be beginning classes toprepare children over the age of 7 andunder the age of 13 to receive HolyCommunion for the first time.There will be an initial meeting forchildren who might be interested and theirparents on Friday 6th February between4.00 pm and 5.30 pm in the church hall.If you are unsure, or have questions, thismeeting is an opportunity to explore theprocess and decide if you might beinterested.The meeting will be followed by a courseof preparation, leading to a specialservice to admit the children to HolyCommunion during the Summer.

If you are interested, please let SheilaBrown know by email:[email protected] or by phone01474 356339; or come along to themeeting.

Exciting new Youth Choir inGravesendIf you are aged between 7 and 17and enjoy singing then comealong!

Join a friendly group of singers

Learn great music of differentstyles and

Perform at concerts andservices

For further information visitwww.christchurchgravesend.org.uk

Or call 01474 534517

Join the

New youth choir inGravesendWe meet weekly forRehearsalsat Christ ChurchTuesday evenings6.15 pm to 7.30 pm


FIRST STEPSIs a service especially designed for families with pre-school children, althoughall children in the family are welcome to come.We meet in the church at 1.45 pm on the second Wednesday in each monthfor a short service and then to enjoy a chat over a cup of tea.We are finished in plenty of time for parents to meet their other children fromschool.Why not come along with your children, you will be very welcome.Next date is Wednesday 11 February.

Have you had a look on theTraidcraft table recently?

We have some new items for sale. You might seesomething that takes your fancy.

If there is something you would like to try but is noton the table have a word with John Hill

COFFEE ROTA 20151 Feb Jenny Shoesmith, Chris Gibbons, Sarah Smith8 Feb Barbara Bunyan, Audrey Price, Bianca Mcarther15 Feb Jill Godwin, Annie Southwick, Ann Lennard22 Feb Rosemary Austin, Rita Smith, Jean Stoddart

1 Mar Colin Parsonson, Linda Parsonson, Ann Lennard

Come in and enjoy a cup of tea or coffeeafter the 10.00 o’clock Sunday service


14TH JANUARY 2015STEPPING INTO A NEW YEAR

We are up to a bright, sunny, cold winter’smorning. Our naughty little sheep is so pleasedto see the sunshine. He’d heard on the newsthat there may be snow on the way and asusual he is anxious because it’s our First Stepsservice this afternoon; the first one of thisbrand new year. Our naughty little sheep andhis friends are excited and looking forward toseeing the children again though they docomplain about the cold as we walk up tochurch. Luckily the sun is still shining. Ournaughty little sheep’s friends tell me thatthey’ve heard a rumour that they’re going tohide today, but they don’t really feel like itbecause they want to sit with the childrenagain. It is their favourite thing at the moment,so when we get into church they all findthemselves seats. When our little altar is ready,our naughty little sheep and the glittery dragonmake themselves comfortable there, too.When everything is ready and our doors areopen Mum Mel comes in with dear little Baxterwho finds himself some jingle bells. Soon otherMums, Grannies, children and babies come into join us and it’s time for our service to begin.We light two special candles today, one forBowen, who is going to be a big boy of two andone for his Mum Angela, who can’t be with ustoday because she is really poorly! We all hopethat she’ll be much better very soon. Todaywe’re thinking about stepping into a brand newyear, like putting the first footsteps into newlyfallen snow. Lovely! We remember that God inJesus Christ walks with us every day whatevercomes, whether times are happy or sad. Wesing that Jesus is our friend, remembering thathe died for us and is now King of Kings, withGod in heaven, and his Holy Spirit is with us,now. The jingle bells are all working well. We

sing that the Father Himself loves us and Ieven remember the actions. Everyone is doingreally well and I can see those cuddly creaturesjigging about in time to the music. We continueour theme of love and friendship when we singabout Jesus’ wonderful love. My goodness weare so very blessed, aren’t we? Surrounded byhis life affirming love!It is very important that we show God’s love tothe world around us by the way that we liveeach day, isn’t it? Part of that is being lovingand generous and sharing some of the goodthings that we have with those who aren’t aslucky as us, and we sing “Share it round”, afavourite of our naughty little sheep, who is stillstanding very still on our little altar, well awayfrom those candles. Well we don’t want anysinged wool, do we? I know that he needs abath, but that is a step too far! Everyone isreally good and quiet for our prayers and wehave so much to thank God for, haven’t we?Then it’s time to blow out our candles and ourservice is over.Out we all go into the hall for a cuppa, a chatand time for play. Our naughty little sheep andhis friends makethemselves comfortableand they have a lovely timewatching the children play.It is their secondfavourite thing afterhaving a cuddle! Asusual we have had agreat time together andwe hope that everyoneone will be able to comeand join us again on the11th February for our nextFirst Steps service when wewill have crept a little furtherinto 2015.God BlessRosemary Austin


Do you help withChildren’s activities inChrist Church?

Have you attended Child Protection Training?

If the answer is no to the above question you should seriously consider goingon this course - even if you have done some training at work. This course isespecially designed for church workers.

Even if the answer is yes to the questions above you may need to find outmore.

Speak to Veronica Read or Sue Brewer, or book on-line atwww.rochester.org-safeguarding

The Diocesan Safeguarding Advisory Group in partnership with Churches’Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS) invite you to attend

“FACING THE UNTHINKABLE”Saturday 25 April 2015 at

St Nicholas Church, Upper High Street, Sevenoaks, TN13 1HXAttendance is free to all those with a relevant parish responsibility, but we

reserve the right to charge £20 per person towards the costs of this seminarto those booking places who fail to attend without prior notice.

Given the sensitive nature of the subject please note that children will not beadmitted to the seminar


Lent StudyCourseThis year our Lent study course will beshared with other churches of the EastGravesend Group.We will be following the course ‘Challeng-ing Poverty’ produced by the Diocese ofRochester.Bishop James Langstaff and Bishop BrianCastle are asking the diocese to focus onChallenging Poverty in 2015. This lentcourse helps us look at some of the com-plex issues around poverty and justice inthe light of the gospel.It will take place on Tuesday eveningsduring Lent at 7.30pm:

24th February 7.30pm at Holy FamilyChurch, Palmer Avenue

3rd March 7.30pm at St Aidan’s Church,St Aidans Way.

10th March 7.30pm at Christ Church

17th March 7.30pm at St Mary’s Church,Wrotham Road

24th March 7.30pm at St Paul’s URCChurch, Singlewell Road.All the sessions will be repeated onWednesdays at 11am at St George’sChurch, followed by a soup lunch.

Ash Wednesday ServicesThere will be services of Holy Communion on AshWednesday with imposition of ashes, at 10am(said service) and at 7.30pm (with hymns).

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‘We always need volunteers… thechurch runs because of thegenerous service of volunteers.

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If you have time andenthusiasm to spare but youare not sure where yourtalents can be used,Sue would be glad to meetyou for a cup of coffee and totalk through possibilities.

BIBLE NOTESSome people find it useful to have a set portion of the Bible to readeach day.The Bible Reading Fellowship have a booklet called “New Daylight”which sets out a short Bible reading and explanatory notes. Thesebooklets are priced at £4.25 (they do go up each year) for a four monthperiod.If you would like to try one of these booklets please let Julie Hill know.


Christ Church 200 ClubThe 200 Club is a means of raising money for the Christ ChurchGeneral Fund, which supports the Ministry and Mission of thechurch and Good Causes as agreed by the PCC, whilst at thesame time giving members the opportunity of a small ‘flutter’and the chance to win some money.

Membership costs £30 per year. Fifty percent of all monthlydonations are given over to the Christ Church General Fundwith the remainder being returned to the membership in prizemoney. The draw is made on the fourth Sunday of every monthin the hall after the morning service.

Payment can be made by an annual sum of £30, a quarterlypayment of £7.50 or a monthly payment of £2.50, the latter twoby bankers order. Cheques should be made payable to ChristChurch PCC No 3 account.

Join by contacting John Thrush, in church, and completing anapplication form. If you are not sure who John is, ask one of thesides people and they will point you in the right direction.

Winning chances are only limited by the amount of numbersyou purchase, the more you have the better your chance ofwinning.

Worthwhile it certainly is, since its inception the 200 Club hasdonated over £40,000 to Christ Church to support its Ministryand Good Causes.

Are you a member?Why not think seriously about joining and helping your

churchContact

JOHN THRUSH200 Club Secretary


Parking nearthe churchUnfortunately a number of people havereceived parking tickets while parking inPark Avenue during the ‘controlledparking’ interval between 1 pm and 2 pmon weekdays.It seems that there has been a change ofpersonnel at Gravesham Council, and thespecial status of the church is having tobe re-negotiated.For the time being it is important that youpark legally and take notice of the‘controlled zone’ to avoid receiving aticket.Every effort is being taken to re-instatethe special status as soon as possible.

ISparcIfield Foundation Special School in CedarAvenue have a significant fundraisingcampaign underway, now that the KCChave agreed outline planning permissionfor a state-of-the-art disability sport, artsand cultural centre to be called iSparc.The centre will be built in the grounds ofthe school and will be used by thechildren, their families and theCommunity.To support the project, why not comealong to the Charity Gala Night at TheOrchard Theatre, Dartford. Call the boxoffice on 01322 220000 for tickets. Formore information on the iSparc projectvisit the school website atwww.ifieldschool.com/

Deanery PeaceInitiativeThe churches of Gravesend Deanery aremarking the passing of the centenary ofWW1 with events organised by eachchurch on the theme of ‘Peace andReconciliation’. These events will takeplace over the next 4 years. Money raisedwill go to a charity chosen by the hostchurch, and to the Coventry CathedralCross of Nails Community ofReconciliation. The next event is ‘PerryStreet’s got Talent’ – an arts and craftsexhibition.

Sandwiches, Toastedsandwiches, Homemadecakes, Fresh fruit, Snack

bars, Fruit juices, Hotchocolate, Tea, Fresh filter

coffeeThe cost of your lunch will what youconsider to be a “Fair” price for what

you eatCome and enjoy a Fairtrade Lunch

atEMMANUAL BAPTIST

CHURCHWINDMILL ST.GRAVESEND

FRIDAY 27 FEBRUARY12 noon to 2.00 p.m.

FAIRTRADELUNCHSTOP

Police noticeKent Police hasreceived reports oftheft in this area.

Individuals are beingtargeted near cashpoints by someonepretending to be lost.

The offender may produce a map and ask for directionsto distract the person. A second offender will then stealcash or other belongings while the member of the publicremains unaware.

Protect your property• Always keep your money and valuables in plain sight• Don’t feel compelled to stop and speak to someone

you don’t know• When using a cash point, keep your pin hidden.

For more crime prevention advice or to speak to yourlocal officers, call 101. Dial 999 in an emergency.



Lent campaignlaunched to learnabout heart ofChristian worshipThe Bishop of Exeter, Robert Atwell isencouraging the church to use one of thelatest titles in the popular Pilgrim Coursefor study in Lent this year.The Pilgrim Course, published by ChurchHouse Publishing, offers an approach of“participation, not persuasion” and iswritten to help people explore what itmeans to be a Christian.Across six sessions, The Eucharistexplores why Holy Communion stands atthe very heart of Christian worship andinvites us to consider the place of worshipin our own lives.A social media campaign will run on

Twitter (@PilgrimCourse and#LentPilgrims) throughout Lent to supportand encourage churches and individualsto follow the course and share stories.The accounts will include resources toinspire anyone considering running thePilgrim Course:• videos introducing each session• audio reflections,• links to sample sessions and notes• quotes and prayers throughout eachsession.

Bishop Robert, one of the authors of thecourse, said:“The disciples Jesus met on the road onthe first Easter Sunday recognized him inthe breaking of bread. This Lent as wejourney towards Holy Week and Easter,this course offers us a unique opportunityto explore how Christians encounter Godin worship and above all in HolyCommunion.”

FROM RECENT EDITION OF “IN FOCUS”

Archbishop of Canterburyreceives honorary degreefrom Durham University

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, hasreceived an honorary degree from Durham Uni-versity “in recognition of his ministerial achieve-ments and devotion to his parish communities.”Archbishop Justin, who trained for ordination atDurham University’s Cranmer Hall, received adoctorate in divinity in front of hundreds of stu-dents attending the University’s Winter Congrega-tion Ceremony at Durham Cathedral.

He was presented with the degree by ActingVice-Chancellor of Durham University, ProfessorRay Hudson.Archbishop Justin said: “To receive this unmerit-ed honour is yet another gift from one of theChurch of England’s main partners and greatestsupports in theological education. I am hugelygrateful.“Durham is one of the greatest centres of Christi-anity, and I have received its riches again andagain. From the wonderful teaching and trainingof my time at Cranmer Hall, through to the ex-traordinary privilege of being its Bishop, the homeof St Cuthbert has been a blessing to me as to somany.”


Do you or membersof your familyhave anyinteresting storiesfrom World War 1As part of the national commemorationsof WW1 we are looking to reproducestories that congregation members mightlike to submit of their relatives, or localmen, who engaged in the conflict!

If you have a family story, perhaps with aphotograph of the person you are writingabout that you would like to beconsidered for inclusion in an edition ofChrist Church magazine over the nextfour years please let Sue Brewer or MikeCubitt know.

We are hoping to get enough copy toenable a different story to be produced inthe magazine during the four yearanniversary period.

All photographs will be returned, butplease mark on the back your name andaddress.

Members of the Women's Army AuxiliaryCorps (WAACs) tending the graves of fallenBritish soldiers in a cemetery at Abbeville in

1918.

GRAVESHAM FOOD BANKMany thanks to those who support the food bank.

Below is a list of items required at the momentMilk (UHT) - Custard

Toothpaste - Hot chocolateShampoo - Sweets/treats

Breakfast cereal (not porridge) - MarmiteFruit juice/squash - Toilet roll

Sponge pudding - DeodorantTinned potatoes - Laundry liquid/tablets

This list is only a few of the items that can help those less fortunate than ourselves,any tinned or non-perishable items are most welcome


ArchbishopJustinwelcomesgovernmentboost to getkids savingThe Archbishop of Canterbury, JustinWelby, has welcomed the announcementthat the government will fund a pilotprogramme to help children develop goodfinancial habits at a young age by settingup savings clubs in primary schools inpartnership with credit unions.Research indicates that children developtheir attitudes towards money long beforethey reach secondary school age, withthe Money Advice Service suggestingthat most children have formed theirfinancial habits by the age of seven.The ‘LifeSavers’ project, which is led bythe Archbishop of Canterbury’s TaskGroup on Responsible Credit andSavings, will seek to equip children withgood financial habits by educating themabout the benefits of saving at an earlyage. It will also introduce children to creditunions, which play a key role in providingfinancial services to more than a millioncustomers across Britain.The project will pilot in six schools in itsfirst year in South East London(Lewisham/Bromley), Bradford andNottingham, before rolling out to up to100 schools over the next four years,benefitting up to 30,000 pupils.Archbishop Justin Welby said:

“It is great news that the government hasannounced this funding for the‘Lifesavers’ pilot programme, enabling usto begin a programme of establishingsavings clubs at church schools acrossthe country. This project has the potentialto help establish sensible, positiveattitudes to money and the habit of savingin children and young people - habits wehope will stay with them for life. I amimmensely grateful that HM Treasury hasendorsed the ‘Lifesavers’ approach byproviding this invaluable practicalsupport.”

Find out more about the Archbishop’sinitiative to create a fairer financialsystem at:www.toyourcredit.org.uk

Communications Training

Get your Church Noticed -4th March

Due to popular demand, Neil Pugmire,author of ‘100 Ways To Get Your ChurchNoticed’, will be holding a secondworkshop based on the principles of hissuccessful and newly re-published book,teaching how to put together a coherentcommunications strategy for your church.Giving a whistle-stop tour of tools to putyour church on the map – includingbranding, noticeboards, magazines andnew media – by the end of the day youwill have learned how to give your Churchcommunications a makeover.Spaces very limited, book early to avoiddisappointment.

For more information, please contact:[email protected]


For babies, toddlers,pre-schoolersCome and enjoy this fun and friendly Parentand Toddler group. We have a wide range oftoys including ride-ons, trikes, push-chairs andslidesBaby area, crafts and play dough. Large gardenarea in good weather. Tea, coffee, squash andbiscuitsFriday 1.15-2.30 p.m. term time£1.50 per familyIn the hall at Christ Church,Echo Square, Gravesendwww.christchurchgravesend.org.uk

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Archbishopsproposeprogramme ofreform and renewalThe Archbishops of Canterbury and Yorkhave written to members of the Church ofEngland’s General Synod proposing a“programme for reform and renewal” forthe church.The statement came ahead of thepublication of a series of reports andpapers proposing reforms that werepublished on the CofE website ahead ofthe meeting of the February meeting ofthe General SynodThe reports have been releasedalongside videos and blogs on theChurch’s communications blog.The first paper, Developing Discipleship,was published alongside a videointerview with the Bishop of Sheffield,Steven Croft reflecting on the vision forthe Church in discipleship.Bishop Steven said:“The Church is called to be and tobecome a community of missionarydisciples. Discipleship is not just aboutlearning, it’s also about service and beingequipped for God’s service in the worldas Christ sends us out. And growing theChurch is about making disciples inobedience to Jesus’s commission inMatthew 28. Serving the common good isabout equipping every Christian discipleto make a difference, in the wider world,in their workplace, in their family, in theircommunity, so that the Church as awhole is a blessing to God’s world and achannel of his grace and love.”The second paper published was entitled‘Simplification’ and in the accompanying

video interview, the Bishop of Willesden,Pete Broadbent introduced the work ofthe group:“The remit of the Simplification TaskGroup has been to identify hindrances tomission. We asked bishops, archdeaconsand dioceses – “What is it that preventsyou from making changes that will enableparishes, churches and congregations toflourish and new initiatives to takeshape?”The third paper, ‘Resourcing MinisterialEducation’, was published with anothervideo with the Bishop of Sheffield whointroduces the work of that Task Group:“The way we encourage, prepare andform lay and ordained ministers is criticalfor the future mission of the Church ofEngland…. Are we recruiting and trainingthe right numbers of clergy and layministers with the right gifts for the future?Are we offering them the best possibleformation and training to equip andsupport them in their ministry.”Finally, two papers were publishedtogether on ‘Resourcing the Future’; anda paper from Andreas Whittam Smith,First Church Commissioner entitled‘Church Commissioners’ Funds andInter-Generational Equity’.Canon Dr. John Spence, Chair of theFinance Committee of the Archbishops’Council, who introduces ‘Resourcing theFuture’ in an interview, said:“We are here to help every parish,deanery and diocese achieve its goals.The totality of the reports published thisweek represent a coordinated responseto a proven and vital need….the need torespond to those dioceses who haveasked for us to help inject other expertiseon strategy to help turn their ambitiousplans to reality.”All of the blogs, videos and reports can befound at:www.cofecomms.tumblr.com


PEACE CANDLE IN REMEMBRANCEOF THOSE THAT WENT BEFORE

You may well have seen the ‘Peace Candle’ that was used at the WW1commemoration service on 4th August, now in the sanctuary. The candle willremain in place throughout the 4 years of commemoration and will be lit ateach Sunday and Wednesday service, as a reminder to us all to pray for

peace in the many areas ofconflict throughout the world.When you see the candle,please remember to pray forthose caught up in conflict.The sign near to the candlerecords the areas of conflictmost in our prayers at any giv-en time (though there are other‘hidden’ conflicts that rarely ap-pear on our televisions). If youwould like an area of the worldadded to the list, please speakto Revs Sue or Jacqueline.

WORKING PARTY‘In order to save on expensive cleaning and maintenance, we hold a monthlyworking party on a Saturday morning starting at 09.30.Together we clean and tidy the church, do a bit of necessary DIY or gardening,have a coffee and often some home-made goodies – and finish by about 11.30.We are enormously grateful to the few loyal helpers who turn up month aftermonth – but we desperately need a few more.Please consider putting the dates into your diary and coming along. All arewelcome – if you can do basic DIY please let us know in advance so that thechurchwardens can plan jobs in advance.

Working party is almost always on the 2nd Saturday of each month…NOTE the next one will be on 14 February at 9.30.

See you there, Sue


CALLING ALL YOUNGPEOPLE!

Youth activities for all young people—School Yrs 7—11.Regular meetings will be between 4.00-5.30pm

at the ’Word on the Street’ house, 7 Warrior Avenue,Gravesend DA12 5NA

07 February from 16.00 - 7 Warrior Avenue21 February from 16.00 - 7 Warrior Avenue

WHY NOT BRING A FRIEND ALONG TO ENJOY THE EVENING

For more information contact:Lusa 01474 352500 [email protected] 01474 352643 [email protected] 01474 249792 [email protected]

THE Mustard Seed aims to provide an informal and friendly tea at 3.00 pmon the third Thursday of every month in Christ Church hall.It is a venture that offers the opportunity to meet new friends and reminisceabout old times.The Mustard Seed, as the parable says (Mark4; 3-32) is very small - likedust - but has the potential to develop into one of the largest plants.Please join us as we plant the Mustard Seed and assist to make it flourish.Who knows what may happen!TheMustard Seed is in its second year now, and the next gathering will beon Thursday 19 February. You are so welcome.For further details please contact any member of the pastoral careteam. Pastoral assistants Pam Kilby, Colin Parsonson, JasmineHumphries.

THE MUSTARD SEED


Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Services, based in Northfleet is a local charityfor local people and here to offer help, advice and support to those living withDementia. We can offer help in a numbers of ways:-

v Day care,

v Befriending

v Support at Home/Support at Home plus/One to One Support

v Carers Support Groups

v 24 Helpline (0800 500 3014)

v Singing for Brain

v Dementia Cafes………. and so much more.

If you or someone you knows need help please contact us via our website,www.alz-dem.org or by telephoning us on 01474 533990 or by writing toAlzheimer’s and Dementia Support Services, The Basement, Dene HolmHouse, Dene Holm Road, Northfleet, Kent DA11 8JY. Email: alz-dem.org.uk

As with most charities nowadays we also need volunteers to help us. We havevolunteer vacancies in all the above areas and of course in our fundraisingefforts. If you would like to support us by becoming a member or raising funds forus, in sponsorship, holding an event, coffee morning or whatever you feel isappropriate, please do let us know and contact us.

Alzheimers & DementiaSUPPORT SERVICES

Can you help with things for thepre-school activities

We are short of buttons, corks and shells. The children love playing with theseand they are great for craft activities and for sorting and counting, so if peoplecan collect these again that would be great. We are also collecting ActiveKids vouchers from Sainsbury's.

The number we collected last year helped to buy gardening equipment and acamera.

So thanking you all for your help. Sue x

Guided tour of St Botolph’s Church, Northfleet andmeal at Coach & Horses public house.

Guide: Christoph BullMeet: Lych Gate, The Hill, Northfleet (Entrance to St Botolph’s

churchyard)

On Friday 27th February 2015 at 7pm (earlier than the otherCoach & Horses talks)

Price: £12 – includes talk, meal and donation to St Botolph’s ChurchBooking essential via Sharon Duffy at the Coach & Horses on 01474

395088

Illustrated talk – Armchair guide to SwanscombeSpeaker: Christoph Bull

At: Coach & Horses, 25 The Hill, NorthfleetOn: Friday 27th March 2015 at 7.30pm

Price: £10 includes talk and a mealBooking essential via Sharon Duffy at the Coach & Horses on 01474

395088

Gravesham Town Twinning Association Quiz – open to allAt: St George’s Church Hall, Church Street, Gravesend

On: Saturday 21st March 2015 – 7.15pm for 7.30pmTickets: £5 a head- for teams of six people – coffee/tea included

Please bring your own drinks and nibblesInformation and booking: Jill on 01474 873536

Illustrated talk- Gravesend –Gateway to the Thames (atalk about Gravesend) & guided tour of Gravesend’s oldest pub.

Speaker: Christoph BullAt: Three Daws public house, Town Pier Square, Gravesend

On: Monday 23rd March 2015 at 7.30pmPrice: £14 includes talk and a meal at the Three Daws

Booking essential via The Three Daws on 01474 566869



What happens at Christ Church?

Weekday ServicesHoly Communion (said)

Monday and Saturday 8am.Tuesday & Thursday 7.00am.

Wednesday 10.00am

Sunday Services8.00 am Holy Communion (said)10.00 am Communion with crèche & God’s Gang

On the 2nd Sunday All-Age serviceEvening Service - see inside magazine for details.

Office hoursFriday 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm

Regular activities and youth organisationsThere are a wide variety of clubs for you:-Daily Christ Church Pre-school (2½ upwards)Monday Music Group; BrowniesTuesday Cubs and SemiquaversWednesday Guides; Mothers Union (1st Wednesday)

First Steps (under 5’s and carers) 2nd Wednesday 1.45pmIfield Ladies (every third Wednesday)

Thursday Beavers/Brownies; Choir Practice:3.00 p.m. Mustard Seed (every third)2 - 3.30 Forgetmenot Singing 2nd & 4th Thurs afternoonFriday Scouts; Parent and ToddlerSaturday Working Party (9.30 a.m. every second)

Registered Charity no. 1130741

For further informationContact

The Church Wardens

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Sunday

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Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

108.00 Service10.00 Service


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08.00 Service

10.00 Marriagepreparation

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08.00 Service

14

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Working Party09.30

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08.00 Service

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18.30 Office hoursSCOUTS

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2510.00 Service

11.00 Lent Courseat St Georges

18ASH WEDNESDAY

10.00 Service19.30 Communionand imposition of

ashes

1110.00 Service

13.45 First Steps

2607.00 Service

BROWNIESChoir practice

1907.00 Service

15.00 Mustard SeedBROWNIES

Choir practice

1207.00 Service


507.00 Service


410.00 Service

20.00 Mother’sUnion

307.00 Service

CUBS18.15 Semiquavers

1007.00 Service


208.00 Service

BROWNIES

908.00 Service

BROWNIES

1707.00 Service


1608.00 Service

BROWNIES

2308.00 Service

BROWNIES

2407.00 Service

CUBS18.15 Semiquaverss19.30 Lent Course

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