Notices for 30th August

Notices for week commencing

Sunday 30th August 2026

Priest David Oakden – Revdavid@parishofchilworth.org.uk - 01483 534293 (day off Friday)

Do let me know of anybody or anything that you would like to be prayed for. www.parishofchilworth.org.uk

Matthew 16:24-26 (NRSVA)

Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit them if they gain the whole world but forfeit their life? Or what will they give in return for their life?

Opportunities to Pray Together

Ecumenical Prayer Breakfast 1^st Saturday of the month at the Vicarage, from 9am, prayer, coffee and croissant. Next is the 5^th of September – Thursday evening (for ALPHA) at St Thomas at 7:00 pm for an hour. 3^rd September.

This Sunday Services: – 13th after Trinity

09:30 St Thomas' Holy Communion.

11:15 St Martha’s 5th Sunday

Next Sunday Services: 6th September

09:30 St Thomas, Holy Communion.

11:15 St Martha’s Matins.

Looking Further Ahead

Tots and Toddlers: St Thomas' Monday 9:15am

ALPHA Course: St Thomas' 7pm Thursdays from 10^th Sept.

Global week of prayer: 6^th 13^th September

Pilgrims Marathon: 13^th September – running past St Martha’s during the day.

Chilworth Tinies and Toddler Group

Mondays from 9:15 -10:30am meet in St Thomas', play chat, pray and support.

Food and Hygiene Bank

The Foodbank Larder box is located in the porch of St Thomas Church.

Thank you to all who have donated recently putting us in a better situation.

Donations of LL milk, tinned meat, fish, veg & beans, sachets rice, toiletries and cleaning products always needed. We have sufficient pasta for the moment.

We also supply 6 families, 4 single households with monthly deliveries of fresh food at a cost £300-£400 a month.

Donations can be made at: treasurer@parishofchilworth.org.uk or scanning Foodbank QR code. Thank you

ALPHA Course starting 10th September

We are starting an ALPHA course in September at St Thomas Church, there will be food a short video and an opportunity to think and chat about the topic for that night in an open and friendly atmosphere, it is free and everyone is welcome.

Launches 10^th September, we meet and eat at 7pm, then watch a video and have open discussions after.

There is no charge, but it is helpful to know how many are coming for catering purposes.

Email me if you would like to know more or to let me know you intend to come at revdavid@parishofchilworth.org.uk

Also let me know if you can help or be involved in ensuring this all works well.

More details at http://www.parishofchilworth.org.uk/

"Being With" Community Outreach

The Albury team is 'being with' our community again on August the 31st when they will set up a stand at The Peaslake Fair - if you are there, please come over and say hello, see what they are doing, and think about joining next time.

Or if you can't make it do contact Ian for details at chaplain@parishofshere.com

Global week of PRAYER

From 6–13 September 2026, we’re inviting the global Church to pray non-stop in every nation on earth in the Global Week of Prayer. We sense God’s invitation to unite together to lift up the name of Jesus. Why not join in and commit to pray.

Taketime Meditation at St James', Shere

Broad Horizons Book Group

Our informal book continues on 15th September (dress warmly!) when we will be discussing "Don't Forget We're Here Forever" by Lamorna Ash.

Film: 'People's Emergency Briefing'

We urge you to join us to watch this impactful and necessary briefing. The film brings together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and what it means for our lives, economy and future. A short reflection and discussion will follow the film. Refreshments are from 11am in the church (directly after the 10am service).

Please note – suitable for age 16 and above. No booking necessary. Please bring friends and family.

Heritage Open Days

This annual event where buildings are opened to the public, including our churches – more info to come.

Schools Starting Back

Remember the staff and pupils as schools start going back.

PCC & APCM Minutes and Documents

Redacted versions of these can now be found at https://www.parishofchilworth.org.uk/pcc/ on the Parish Website and will be uploaded when available.

Used Stamps for Oxfam

Please place used stamps in the box at the back of St Thomas' which will stay there all year and be emptied as and when it gets full.