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Below are the notices which are available in church at services. We continue to send out a weekly newsletter as well. If you would like to sign up to receive this newsletter please fill in your email address below:
From the Youth Minister…
God is doing something new in our generation of youth ministry! Join me in giving thanks to God for the many young people coming to our Christian unions at Highstorrs and Silverdale and to Abide on Sunday evenings as well. Openess and curiosity is on the rise and questions of proof have given way to questions about how to begin a relationship with Jesus. Let's pray for more of the same!
Cam Catto
Sunday Services: 14th December
8am Holy Communion:
Led by Mark Brown, who will be preaching on James 5:7-10 and Matthew 11.2-11.
9:15am Holy Communion:
Led by Stephen Hunter, with Steve Holme preaching on Psalm 98:1-9 and Luke 2:1-12.
11am All Age Christingle:
Led by Ben Lacey and Cam Catto.
6pm Youth Led Contemporary Carols:
Led by Cam Catto and the youth.
Church News
Paddy Mallon:
The All Saints family gives thanks for the life of Paddy Mallon and prays for his wife Mary, son’s Nigel and Keith and their families. There will be a private family interment of ashes service in the church yard this coming week and a public service of celebration and thanksgiving for Paddy’s life and ministry early next year. May Paddy rest in peace and rise in glory.
Thank You:
Thank you to the many volunteers who have given their time and energy to make our Christmas services and events possible this year. We know this is an incredibly busy time of year for most of you, so your support has been invaluable and deeply appreciated. We wish you a truly blessed Christmas and New Year!
Thank you too to those of you who have served throughout 2025 in your many and varied roles. Church wouldn't be the same without your help with services, events, ministry, and administrative work. We are truly thankful for the time, care, and skills you have offered. Thanks also to the many members of our church family who have shared kind words, prayers and encouragement during the year. We feel blessed to be part of such a supportive church family - a heartfelt thank you all from the Staff Team.
Simon Oatridge’s Leaving Gift:
We're preparing to say goodbye to Simon, who has served as Curate at All Saints for the past three years. In January, Simon will begin his new role as Priest in Charge at St Oswald's.
To show our gratitude for his time and ministry here, we've set up an online leaving fund. If you'd like to contribute and wish him well for this next chapter, please donate by clicking the button below or bring any cash or cheque donations into the church office.
St Oswald’s Graft Team Commissioning and Church Lunch:
The graft team will be commissioned at the 11am service on Sunday 18th January, followed by a bring and share lunch for everyone - please come along if you can. Those going on the graft team are: Simon, Rebecca, Rosanna and Jacob Oatridge; Brian and Shirley Allen; Mish Culloden; Matt, Jess, Ted and Hettie Daft; Richard and Janet Hall; Jim and Jennifer Hampton; Stephen and Anne Hunter, Tim, Katie, Lilian and Florence Newman; Beth and Stefan Sliwinski; Liz Timms.
Alpha is Starting in the New Year!
We have a morning course on Tuesdays 9:30 - 11:30am, from 13th January, and an evening course on Wednesdays, 7:30 - 9:30pm starting on 14th January. We will be publicising this at the Christmas services but almost all people come because someone has invited them. Start to pray about who you will invite! For more details, see the button below:
Legacy Policy:
At All Saints we have been richly blessed with many legacies over the years. These have helped support our mission and ministry in various ways, including some of our major estates projects. You can now find this on our website. We hope this will be helpful as you prayerfully consider leaving All Saints a legacy in your will - either now or in the future.
Carol Singing in the Community:
We have a number of dates lined up to sing carols in the local community (see ‘Coming Up’ below). All are a great opportunity for friends, neighbours and families to come together, enjoy familiar Christmas carols, and share in the festive spirit. No experience needed - just bring your voice and join in! It's a simple, enjoyable way to celebrate Christmas with the community.
Monday Morning Drop In - Thank You:
For a little over 4-years Monday Morning Drop In has taken place in church. Mark will be "dropping in" on Monday 15th December to thank Stella and her wonderful team of volunteers for everything they do to make this happen. So please do "drop in" if you are able. We know many people from our local community value this time of conversation and fellowship, not to mention the delicious cakes and coffee! Many make a generous donation for refreshments, so from the church we would like to say a huge thank you for the nearly £8,500 which has been raised so far to support the running of the church. These regular contributions help to keep All Saints a warm and welcoming place for all to enjoy. Stella would be delighted if anyone would be happy to bake a cake occasionally for Drop In after Christmas. Do have a word with her or the team one Monday if you’re interested.
Coming Up…
Monday 15th December: Drop In (The last of the year), 10.00, Church Welcome Area
Monday 15th December: Lunchtime Carol Service, 12.30, Church
Monday 15th December: Women’s Group Christmas Party, 14.00, Church
Monday 15th December: Carol Singing, 19.00, The Prince of Wales
Wednesday 17th December: Carol Singing, 17.00 & 18.30, Greystones
Saturday 20th December: Carol Singing, 10.00, Cheese & Friends
Monday 5th January: Drop-In, 10.00, Church Welcome Area
Tuesday 6th January: Church Prayer Meeting, 19.30, Church
Wednesday 7th January: Going Deeper… In God’s Word, 11.30, Church
Thursday 8th January: Open Door, 10.00, CHurch Welcome Area
Tuesday 13th January: Alpha, 09.30, Church
Wednesday 14th January: Alpha, 19.30, Church
Monday 19th January: Simon Oatridge’s Licensing Service, 19.00, St Oswald’s
If you would like to attend Simon’s Licensing service, please email Stephen Pennells: stephen_pennells@yahoo.co.uk with the email subject “Licensing Invitation”
Tuesday 27th January: Men’s Group Social, 19:30.
Prayer Box
Pray for all those attending our carol services in the coming weeks, for God to be at work in their lives
Give thanks for all those God has called to go on the St Oswald's graft team, and pray for God to bless them as prepare for this new venture
Mark and Sue Blaby are leading the service at Broomcroft this Thursday afternoon
Simon is preaching at St Oswald's Carol Service on Saturday evening
Contact Details:
To contact a member of the Clergy or Office team please call: 0114 268 7574, or email: office@allsaintsecclesall.org.uk
All items for the newsletter must reach the office by 10am on Wednesday.