Notices – 20th October 2024
‘Autumn Leaves’ - a concert at St Mary’s Church Heacham on 19th October at 3.30pm. Entry is free with donations to St Mary’s Church Heacham.
October 2024 Services
20th October: Morning Worship
27th October: Morning Worship
In the week we have:
Tuesday 22nd October in church: PCC meeting 9.30am
Wednesday 23rd October in church: the funeral of Andy Jackson-Thorpe at 11.30am
Thursday 24th October in church: Heacham Infants School Harvest Festival 2.30pm
Other Notices
‘Choral Evensong’ 20th October at 4pm – at St Mary’s Church, Hillington with The Corner Choir. Refreshments in The Old Rectory afterwards.
Glenda Bertram “Celebration of Life”
Glenda died early Sunday morning at Tapping House, a place she loved and had had much support and care from over the years.
Glenda's determination and positivity in midst of pain and illness has been inspirational for many years, she is now at peace having 'run the race with perseverance' Hebrews 12: 1-2.
She requested a 'celebration of life' in church, after a direct cremation. This will be on Tuesday 12th November at 12noon, followed by refreshments.
Please pray for John, and their daughters Leigh and Gemma, and grandchildren Teal, Loic, Kian, Lilah and Skye.
Revd Veronica
I had surgery on both my wrists on 28th September, so will be out of action for a few weeks as I recover. I won't be able to drive, lift anything heavy or use a computer for 2 or 3 weeks- so your prayers for patience and healing will be appreciated. Thanks Veronica
‘Light Party 2024’ 31st October from 5pm to 7pm
A free event for children with their parents/carers in the Church. Come and meet PATCH and HIS FRIENDS. Pumpkin Pointers and Puzzles, Activities and Games, Treats to eat, Crafty things to make. Come and join the FUN.
COME & SING at KING'S LYNN MINSTER
On Saturday 26th October there is a Come and Sing Evensong at King's Lynn Minster. It is a free event organised by the Royal Schools of Church Music.
If you would like to sing, the practice starts at 2pm. No need to register beforehand.
If you would prefer to just come to the evensong service it starts at 5pm. For more details here is the link -
https://www.rscm.org.uk/events/come-sing-evensong/ Or see the poster in the South porch at our church.
CHILDREN'S SOCIETY CHARITY
If you have a coin collecting-box please can you bring it to the morning service on either Sunday 13th, 20th or 27th. As it might be light of coins again this year, please consider including a note.
If you are an annual donor please bring cash or cheque (made to The Children's Society) to one of the same services.
Or, you can take your box or donation to the Church Office; or contact me and I can collect from you.
If you are not a current donor, but would like to be, please see me. There are many ways that you can utilise to provide much-needed funds to support the Society.
Thank you. Alison Hoyle (tel. 570215)
Confirmation 8th December
Bishop Jane is coming to Heacham Parish Church on 8th December to do a confirmation service. If you are interested in being confirmed, or would like to know more please talk to Veronica 01485 570697 Heacham.vicar@gmail.com
Request for books associated with St Mary’s Heacham
A request has been received from Arthur Franks who is looking to find a copy of the following 2 books that are associated with St Mary’s. They are Patients and Patience by Dr Nancy Robbins and The Coffee Shop by Nina Ryder. If anyone happens to have a copy of either of these books Arthur would be willing to buy them. Arthur has given his permission for people to contact him directly about this. His email address is arthur.suearthur.franks02@gmail.com
Christmas Wine & Food Pairing Evening: ONLY 3 TICKETS REMAINING
Planned Giving
Many of our worshippers support the work of the Parish financially through regular planned giving. If you don't yet, please do - ideally using the Parish Giving Scheme. It is really easy to do. Just visit www.parishgiving.org.uk and search for " Heacham St Mary"
OR A Parish Giving Form can be collected from Heacham Parish Church or from the church office. For any further information see Liz.
Special Advent & Christmas Services
1st December: Advent 1 – 10am Holy Communion. The intention is for the Coronation Bell to be rung as a call to worship for the first time.
1st December: 3pm Blue Christmas. A reflective service for all who are bereaved.
15th December: Advent 3 – 6pm Carols by Candlelight
22nd December: Advent 4 – 3pm Christingle
24th December: Christmas Eve – 11.30pm Midnight Holy Communion
25th December: Christmas Day – 10am Holy Communion
Morning Prayer - Monday to Friday, at 9am
Morning Prayer follows Morning Prayer from the Northumbrian Community Celtic Prayer
It takes place on Zoom on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9am. On Tuesday and Thursday morning Celtic Prayer will be in Church, in the Chancel, at 9am. Everyone welcome: contact Andrew Pearson (apearson@adap.co.uk)
Other Regular Dates for your Diary
1st Thursday every month – Bereavement Support Group,
10am at Pine Mall Hall
2nd Wednesday of each month – 10.30am Heacham Methodist
Holy Communion
Once a month on a Tuesday in Church - 10am Chit Chat & Coffee
Church Contacts:
Rev. Veronica Wilson tel. 01485 570697 email: heacham.vicar@gmail.com
Church Office Garry Langham tel. 01485 572539 email:heacham.church@gmail.com
Office usually open Tues 9-12, Wed 2-5 and Fri 9-1
Church Wardens: Liz Dormer-Ainge 01485 571662 lizabeth.a.da@gmail.com
Chris Wright 07525 175361 chris.edward.wright@gmail.com