Rector on the Run! Thank you to everyone who supported Pouya. Having completed the 38-mile Downslink Ultra Marathon last weekend in 6:10:47, he then ran 2 miles in Fetcham on Monday, in order to raise funds for the church hall so we can replace heavy tables and chairs, upgrade the creche, build storage, double glaze and more. It’s not too late to sponsor. To hear Pouya’s personal thank you, and for more information visit https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/rector-on-the-run
Ministry Team: Pouya has recently put a new ministry team together which will operate for the next 12 months. The team will meet monthly to listen to and encourage each other and to pray for one another and the ministries they lead. The Ministry Team meetings will be chaired by Julie and Pouya and Julie will report back to the PCC each month.
| Admin & Development – KarenAlpha Lead & LoveFetcham Rep – PaulArt & Creativity Lead – Liz RBaptism & Hospitality Lead – CorinneChildren & Family Lead – PamEco Church Lead – BruceFinance & Fundraising – Chris RLay Ministry Lead – RogerMen’s Ministry Lead – Andy DMission & Outreach – Richard and Julie | Operational Lead – Janet and JenniePastoral & Elderly Lead – JackyPrayer & Welcome Lead – BrigittePrison Ministry Lead – Iain Small Groups Co-ordinator – MaryStrategy & Planning Advisor – Andy BTech & Media Lead – Chris B Youth Lead & Worship Co-ordinator – NathanWellbeing Lead – NanasWomen’s Ministry – Julie and Val B |
Who Let The Dads Out? Sat 16 Oct, 9.30-11.30am: The team are excited to be meeting again and are looking forward to dads and their kids coming along to enjoy breakfast and games. Please spread the word and invite friends and neighbours. No need to book, just turn up!
Churchyard Working Party – Sat 16 Oct, 10am-2pm: There is a skip in the car park waiting in anticipation of being filled with leaves, hedge cuttings, grass, pruning and general tidying from the churchyard. Can you please spare some time to help? Bring tools with you (eg gloves, forks, rakes, edge trimmers, buckets, strimmers, leave blowers, shredders, enthusiasm and a picnic (if you’re staying all day). Refreshments will be available and bacon sandwiches from Who Let The Dads Out in the morning. Children are welcome and must be accompanied by an adult. Any questions please contact the Parish Office.
TAG Quiz Night: Sat 16 Oct, 7pm – In aid of TAG Youth Club for disabled young people. £20 per person including pizza and dessert. Book your table (6-10 people per table) by emailing info@tayyouthclub.org or Annie Adair on Annie@tagyouthgroup.org or ask Annie or Paul Adair.
Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday – Sun 17 Oct: We will continue to take donations throughout the year, but if you wish to donate to Foodbank this Harvest Sunday, we will be collecting items in the lady chapel. Their wish list is as follows:
- Meat (hot dogs, meatballs etc – not SPAM or corned beef
- Tinned vegetables
- Meat Pies
- Pasta or Beans with Meat
- Sugar (ideally small, 500g bags)
- Powdered Milk
- Honey
- Jam
- Peanut Butter
- Coffee
- Noodles (such as egg or rice noodles)
- Treats for kids, such as snacks, chocolate and cereal bars etc
- Mayonnaise
- Tomato ketchup
- Deodorant – female and male
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Shower gel
- Pump soap
- Baby wash
- Kids’ toothbrushes
- Washing powder and pods (bio and non-bio)
- Washing up liquid
* Please make sure all donations are sealed, in date and do not contain alcohol *
Knitting Teddies for Christmas: Tues 19th Oct 10:00-12:00 at Eastwick Road Church KT23 4BE (running for 6 weeks). Six 2-hour guided sessions in small groups. Silver Years (55-75s). Share the joy! Invite a friend or neighbour to come with you. There will be a break for making tea and coffee, with a 5-minute Bible verse reflection / thought of the day. No charge to participate but bring your own equipment: initially 5mm needles, 1 ball fluffy wool, details of obtaining the featured pattern via Lesley (or bring your own). To sign up and for more details call Lesley on 07856 193871 or email lesley.o@eastwickroadchurch.co.uk
Women’s Breakfast – Poppy Making Workshop: Sat 23 Oct and 6 Nov – PREBOOKING ESSENTIAL so we are not overcrowded and we can plan for catering. Following on from the success of Heritage Open Day, Grace & Cable have offered to hold two sessions to knit or crochet a poppy. We thought it would be a lovely idea to combine this with Women’s Breakfast. You are welcome to bring your own hooks and needles, wool is supplied. Each session will start at 9.30am, and a donation for breakfast would be most welcome. Any balance left will be donated to The British Legion. Pre-booking is essential as there is a maximum of 40 per session. Please sign up on MyChurchSuite or contact the Parish Office on 01372 375000 or email office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk
Light Trail: Sun 31 Oct, 3-5pm – Come and follow a light trail around the church grounds. Join us for a hot chocolate and cake afterwards. No charge.
Homemade Stall and Second-hand Books: Sun 7 Nov: Last month’s stalls made another great sum of £220, thank you for your support. We will be starting to think about Christmas presents at the November stalls, so make sure you pay them a visit in the hall between the 9.30 and 11.15 services whilst you are enjoying a coffee and a chat.
Bereavement Service – Sun 7 Nov, 3pm: We will be having our “annual” Bereavement Service, when we remember our loved ones who have died, giving thanks for them and our happy memories whilst acknowledging our sadness. The service will be followed by tea in the hall. Nearer the time there will be cards at the back of church on which you may, if you wish, write the names of people you would like to be remembered by name during the service. Now restrictions imposed by the pandemic have eased our Bereavement Café has resumed in the hall on the first Wednesday of every month from 10.00 – 11.30. This is not a counselling service but the opportunity to share confidentially with people who will listen, whilst enjoying coffee and cake.
Remembrance Service – Sun 14 Nov: We hope to hold our usual Act of Remembrance in the Memorial Gardens at the end of the church drive, followed by a service in church. We may limit the numbers in church so please watch out for further details on whether prebooking is required.
Men’s Meal – Fri 12 Nov at 7pm: Enjoy a meal together, make new friends and catch up with old ones! Join us for a Men’s Meal on Friday 12 November in the church hall. Arrive at 7pm to eat at 7.30 pm (flexible if members of the choir are attending). The meal will include chilli (meat & vegetarian), rice and sides. Suggested contribution of £8.00. BYO drinks, and beer from Surrey Hills Brewery will also be on sale. There will be time to get to know each other and time to discuss ideas for future men’s group events. Sign up via MyChurchSuite(use search) or contact the Parish Office.
Decorating Terracotta Pots: Wed 17 Nov, 1:15-3:15pm at Eastwick Road Church Hall KT23 4BE: 1 x 2hr session. If you missed the last one, here’s your next opportunity to join in. Bring someone who might want to hear that God the Father deeply cares for them. Equipment: bring your apron, newspaper, brushes, unvarnished plant pot, left-over garden or masonry paint (to share). Julie Partridge will give a thought for the day to inspire your creativity. No charge. To sign up and for more details call Lesley on 07856 193871 or email lesley.o@eastwickroadchurch.co.uk
Virtual London Marathon: Chris Rickard completed the virtual marathon on Sunday 3 October, taking 8hrs 38 minutes which was 2hrs 20 minutes faster than last year. This is because conditions were much better than last year when he had to wear heavy walking boots and got soaked through. He was also much fitter after two weeks of walking and scrambling in Skye. Chris wishes to say thanks to everybody who sponsored him.
Having trouble with My ChurchSuite? This amazing communication software is really easy to use. You can see all the events coming up and sign up to them if needed, and you can find contact details for other church members. It’s up to you whether you are happy to share your details which you can update at any time. The easiest way to get to your personal MyChurchSuite is by downloading an app. If you’ve missed attending any of the workshops, no need to panic. Just contact Karen in the office and she will happily guide you through this excellent software, office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk
Services & Prayers
All are welcome to our Sunday services. No need to prebook now but we encourage you to wear a mask on entering the church and when moving around or singing. If you are unable to access services at the present time, because you are very anxious or clinically vulnerable, please contact either of the Churchwardens, Julie Partridge or Jacky Breadmore, who will be more than happy to help find a pastoral alternative.
8am Communion Sunday Service – said Book of Common Prayer (facemasks required).
9.30am Communion Service – sung Common Worship (facemasks required).
11.15am Informal Worship Service – in church and live-streamed on YouTube Channel (facemasks required).
10am Thursday – Communion service
Private Prayer in Church : Monday to Saturday 09:00 -16:00. Please adhere to guidelines.
Saturday Morning Prayer at 9.00-9.30am weekly in church
We continue pray for those who are unwell: Mike Wallace, Lorraine Linsley, Holly Parry, Don Lamberth, Elaine Mead, Lynn Alsop, John Cooper, Diana Baechler, Ruth Smith’s daughter Rosemary, Simon Peter Waiti, Patricia Martin and Ed Tims.
Rev Pouya Heidari: rector@stmarysfetcham.org.uk 01372 375660 (day off Friday)
Parish Office : office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk 01372 375000 (Mon-Fri 9-12)
Keep up to date with St Marys:
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My ChurchSuite: Any problems contact office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk.
NHS Test and Trace: Scan our QR code when entering either the hall or church.
Hearing Aid Supplies: contact Jacky on 01372 602092 or family.breadmore@gmail.com
Secondhand Books:
Diary Dates:
Check your MyChurchSuite to see what’s going on. Here’s a brief summary:
Sat 16 Oct – Churchyard Working Party
Sat 16 Oct – Who Let The Dads Out
Sun 17 Oct – Harvest Sunday
Fri 22 Oct – FM Life
Sat 23 Oct – Women’s Breakfast Poppy Making Workshop – prebook
Thurs 21 Oct – Coffee Morning and Hearing Aid Clinic after 10am service
Thurs 28 Oct – Hidden Treasure after 10am service
Sun 31 Oct – Light Trail
Wed 3 Nov – Bereavement Café
Thurs 4 Nov – Hidden Treasure after 10am service
Fri 5 Nov – FM Life
Sat 6 Nov – Prayer Walk
Sat 6 Nov – Women’s Breakfast Poppy Making Workshop – prebook
Sun 7 Nov – Homemade Stall and Second-hand Books
Sun 7 Nov – Bereavement Service at 3pm, followed by tea in the hall
Fri 12 Nov – Men’s Fellowship Meal – prebookCommunityPrayer Line 01372 375000. Leave a message and a member of the Prayer Team will call you back,or email prayer@stmarysfetcham.org.ukWe are here for you and the wider community.
Editor – office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk