Notice of APCM: Sunday 23 April in the Church Hall, details to follow.
Electoral Roll: Revised annually and in conjunction with the APCM, the Roll is currently open for names to be added. If your name is already on the Roll you don’t need to do anything. If you wish to join St Mary’s Electoral Roll complete and return the Electoral Roll application form (also available in church) and return it to the parish office asap. We strongly encourage you to join the Electoral Roll which is, in effect, a list of church members. If you have any questions regarding the APCM or the Electoral Roll, please contact office@stmarysfetcham.org.uk, one of the Churchwardens, Jennie Coles and Janet Clark, or our Electoral Roll Officer, Hazel Reid. NB: You cannot vote at the APCM unless your name is on the Electoral Roll.
LoveFetcham Week – 1-6 April: This is a wonderful opportunity to show our community some extra love this Easter by volunteering to help at one or more of our community projects. Contact julie@stmarysfetcham.org.uk if you would like to get involved in any way. You can also visit the LoveFetcham website or follow the facebook page.
Rector on the Run 2023: Pouya is running the London 2 Brighton Ultra Challenge on Sat 27 May and it’s his first ever attempt at 100k (62.2 miles). But before that, as part of the challenge, he’ll be running 70 miles in 7 days in LoveFetcham week. He’s also inviting all local runners to join him for a community run during that week. More details to follow. All money raised is going back to the Fetcham community. To find out more or to sponsor him visit : https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rector-on-the-run-2023
AV Assistants for Sunday services: The team is very stretched and having two people really makes a difference. Would you like to get involved assisting with the audio visual desk on Sunday mornings? You would partner an experienced person and learn the ropes. It’s not age specific – young or not so young – please let the Parish Office know if you are interested.
Rev David Baker’s funeral – Mon 27 March, 12:30pm: Many will remember our past Incumbent, Rev David Baker, who passed away on 27th Feb. His funeral will take place at St Thomas-on-the-Bourne, Farnham and Rachel, his daughter, has shared this tribute link where you can contribute memories or make a donation https://david-john-baker.muchloved.com/. To attend the funeral live online on the 27th March at 12:30pm click here : https://www.youtube.com/@thebourneparish7615/streams
Homemade Stall – Sun 2 April, 10:40-11.30am: Back in 9 days time! Do come along and indulge in Easter themed goodies and lots of chocolate. We also hope to have Easter baking, plants and so much more! We’d be grateful for any donations; if you are making anything for Easter, might you make an extra batch? All home-made, home-baked, or home-grown items gratefully received.
Centre for Urban Mission Update: Simon Peter Waiti has sent Sarah the 2022 update on the work, which she can to forward to anyone who is interested, a copy is on the noticeboard in the hall. CUM is 20 years old having been started by Colin Smith. Donald & Sarah Mackay first visited in 2008, when it was held in a corrugated iron shack. Years in the planning, there is now a proper building, where CUM can offer Homework Clubs, pastor training conferences, a library, health clinics, offering medical care, ‘with Jesus touch’ and so much more. If you would like a copy of the update, do ask Sarah Mackay.
The Well – Sun 2 April, 5-6pm: Join us at on Palm Sunday in the Lady Chapel for a quiet hour of Easter reflection. The Well is a space where you can relax, reflect and listen to God. There is scripture, prayer, readings, music and silence. All are welcome. The Well is led by Nanas Callander and Brigitte Furze.
Small groups feedback form: You may have received an email earlier this week. We are gathering information in connection with home groups – ones that exist already, ones that may need to be created and ones that people might like to join. Please complete this feedback form to help us build a picture throughout the church family. Alternatively, there are printed copies in church you can complete and return to the Parish Office. Please let us have your feedback by Monday 3 April 2023.
Family Easter Trail: In conjunction with our LoveFetcham week, taking place from 1-6 April. This is a fun trail around Fetcham Village. Following clues, which will lead to an edible reward! For more info and to download the clue sheet click here
Have a great time and good luck!
Messy Church – Fri 14 April, 3:30-5:30pm: All ages are welcome to come along to Messy Church. It starts in the church hall where we enjoy crafts, fun and messy stuff before heading into church, returning for something to eat! If you have any questions please email families@stmarysfetcham.org.uk
Breakfast on Easter Morning – Sun 9 April: As last year, we’re planning to have breakfast in the hall running from after the 6.00am Sunrise Service until 9.30am, finishing in good time for the 10.00 Easter Celebration. There’ll be egg and/or bacon butties, pastries, fresh fruit and hot drinks. There’s no charge but donations welcome to help cover costs. Please sign up via ChurchSuite so we know how many to expect at what time with any dietary requirements such as gluten-free and veggie. Also, please sign up indicating when you can help. Any questions contact Corinne, 01372 800885 or corrine@stmarysfetcham.org.uk Thank you!
Churchyard Working Party – Sat 22 April, 9-12noon: The bi-annual working party is to support and maintain our beautiful churchyard. Please come along to help keep the area tidy: trim, weed, sweep and generally freshen up the grounds around the church and hall.
King’s Coronation Picnic Celebration – Sun 7 May, 1-4:30pm: Fetcham Park House is opening its gardens to mark the Coronation. Visitors will be very welcome to picnic in the grounds, although the house itself will be closed that day. Come and enjoy the flower festival in St Mary’s Church during the afternoon. Tea and cake will be available in the church hall. It is a short walk between St Mary’s and Fetcham Park House, but please note there are steps which are unsuitable for wheelchair users. Please bring your own chairs, rugs and picnics. All children under 18yrs must be supervised by an adult. No pets allowed. Toilet facilities at St Mary’s church hall only.
We are looking for a team of people to help manage this event on the day: car parking stewards, garden stewards, two first aiders. If you are able to help, please contact Julie Partridge at julie@stmarysfetcham.org.uk
Flower Festival – Fri 5 – Mon 8 May in church from – more details to follow.
St Mary’s Golf Day – Thurs 6 July, 1pm: We are now taking bookings for the St Mary’s Fetcham golf day, once again at The Drift in East Horsley on Thursday 6 July, with tees from 1pm. The cost of £42 includes 1 course meal after the round (normally a BBQ). You can also join just for dinner if you don’t fancy the golf, price £20. Please sign up to this event so we can gauge interest, and also contact you with any information. Bank details same as last year for those who have played before. If you have any questions please contact bjegles@googlemail.com. We look forward to enjoying another great afternoon together!
Guildford Cathedral Art Exhibitions – Iain McKillip – Through Passion: Stations of the Cross: Guildford are pleased to welcome back this British painter and art historian. This new FREE exhibition of 27 paintings uses the tradition of the stations of the Cross inviting us to travel with Jesus on his journey to his death and resurrection, and to pause at each image for reflection, prayers and contemplation. The exhibition is now open until 10 April, fittingly running throughout Lent and Easter.
Prayers
We continue to pray for those who are unwell: Jane Bishop, Helen Bowen, Lynn Alsop, Hazel Reid, Elaine Mead, Vera Marshall, Fay Burroughs, Vera Cameron, Anais Featherstone, John Cooper, Matthew Aldridge and Gill Hanson.
Please also pray for June Williamsand Mavis Lakein residential care.
We welcome you to join us at St Mary’s for:
Monday Morning Prayers : 8:00-8:30am
Private Prayer in Church : Monday to Saturday 09:00 -16:00
Praying Together, Lady Chapel:
April
Thurs 6th 12:15,
Tues 18th 09:00
Wed 19th 19:45
May
Thurs 4th 12:15
Tues 9th 19:45
Wed17th 09:00
Usual Sunday Services
8am Communion Service : said Book of Common Prayer
9:30am Communion Service : sung Common Worship
11:15am Worship Service : informal with worship band
Also, 10am Thursday : Communion Service
Diary Dates:
Check your MyChurchSuite to see what’s going on and to get more details or prebook. Here’s a brief summary:
Sat 26 Mar – Afternoon Tea, 3-4:30pm
Wed 29 Mar – Lent Course, 7.30pm Church Hall
Fri 31 Mar – Life Group, 11-12noon collaborating with Footprints Toddlers
Sun 2 April – Homemade Stall and Second-hand Books
1-6 April – LoveFetcham Week
Wed 5 April – Bereavement Café, 10-11:30am
Wed 5 April – Lent Course, 7.30pm Church Hall
Thurs 6 April – Praying Together, 12:15pm Lady Chapel
Thurs 6 April – Maundy Thursday Services 10am and 8pm
Fri 7 April – Good Friday Reflective Service, 12-3pm St Nicolas Bookham
Sun 8 April – Easter Sunday Dawn Service, 6am
Sun 8 April – Easter Sunday Breakfast from 6.30-9:30am
Sun 8 April – Easter Sunday Communion, 8am
Sun 8 April – Easter Sunday Celebration, 10am
Fri 14 April – Messy Church, 3:30-5:30pm
Sat 15 April – Who Let The Dads Out?!, 9:30-11:30am
Tues 18 April – Praying Together, 9am Lady Chapel
Wed 19 April – Praying Together, 7:45pm Lady Chapel
Thurs 20 April – Thursday Morning coffee, 10:30-11:30am
Sat 22 April – Churchyard Working Party, 9-12noon
Sun 23 April – APCM
Wed 26 April – Youth Board Game Evening, 7:30-9pm
Sat 29 April – Afternoon Tea, 3-4:30pm
Tues 4 May – Praying Together, 12:15pm Lady Chapel
Tues 9 May – Praying Together, 7:45pm Lady Chapel
Fri 12 May – Messy Church, 3:30-5:30pm
Wed 17 May – Praying Together, 9am Lady Chapel
Thurs 3 June – The Drift Golf Day, 1pm contact bjegles@googlemail.com
Weekly Regulars
Monday – Community Fridge 10-11am (not open on Bank Holidays)
Monday – Community Coffee Shop 10-11.30am (not open on Bank Holidays)
Running in Term Time
Monday – The Drop-In (School Yrs 7-13) 4-5.30pm
Tuesday – Youth Night (School Yrs 7-13) 7.30-9pm
Friday – Footprints Baby & Toddlers 10-11.30am
Friday – Messy Church (all the family) 2nd of the month 3.30-5.30pm
Sunday – Activ8 for under 11s and Sunday Youth for 11+ during 11.15 service
St Mary’s does not host foodbank, but we do accept donations which are taken directly to the Leatherhead Foodbank and will go to the local people in need. We thank you for your continued generosity.
Please ensure donations are sealed, in date and do not contain alcohol.
URGENTLY NEEDED:
Pulses, Long life fruit juice, Cooking sauces, Long life sponge puddings, Noodles, Shampoo, Shaving gel/foam, Adult toothpaste.
They would also appreciate any bags for life/very strong bags,
Please use supermarket donation points or bring donations directly to Epsom & Ewell Foodbank, Good Company Hub, behind West Ewell Primary School, Ruxley Lane, Ewell KT19 0JG
Open for donations Monday – Friday, 9am-2pm
Please ensure donations are sealed, in date and do not contain alcohol.
Please, no more of these items as we are at capacity: Dog Food, Cat Food,Tea Bags, Tinned Fish, Coffee
Many thanks for all your support – they really do appreciate it!