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QUIZ AND NIBBLES EVENING

There will be a Quiz and Nibbles evening on Saturday 24 February starting at 7.00pm, £5.00 per ticket includes drinks and nibbles, for more information and tickets contact Stephanie Perfitt (07774) 320435 and Marion Stubbs (01474) 705949

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WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP

The next meeting will take place on Tuesday 20 February at the Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre starting at 7.30pm, all women within the RNWK Group of churches are welcome to attend and please bring a friend.

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COLIN ROGERS

After the morning service on Sunday, 18 February, Colin Rogers ashes are to be interred in the new Garden of Remembrance extension. His family would welcome his friends from the church to join us for this short ceremony.

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

At 10.00am, Ash Wednesday service at St. Peter’s Church Ridley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharist and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be given on the notices each week.

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BIBLE STUDY MEETING

There will be a Bible Study meeting at 8.00 pm on Monday 12 February in the Jubilee Hall, lasting for about an hour.  It will be the fourth in a series on ‘Encounters with Jesus’ looking at people in the Gospels who met with Jesus. Come and meet with Him too! EVERYONE in the RNWK Group is very welcome, whether you’ve been before or not! We’d love you to join us.

Lawrie and Anne.

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MESSY CHURCH

Our next Messy Church is on Saturday 10 February 4.00pm to 6.00pm at Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre, please come and join us. There is also a Facebook group to follow https://m.facebook.com/RNWKmessychurch/

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LONGFIELD GARDEN PARTY

It’s time to get excited folks, it’s time to put on those coloured wellies, pick up your pitch folk and spade and get down to St. Mary Magdalene and have a ball, well at least help to clear up the churchyard. If you can’t contain yourselves and want more information please speak to Longfield’s answer to Monty Don, Paul Thomas. The date is the 10 February at the same time as the Coffee morning 10.00am to 11.30am so you can grab a well-deserved cuppa at the same time. Let’s get ready to party, yeah.

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COFFEE MORNING

The next Coffee Morning will be on the 10 February between 10.00am and 11.30am in the Jubilee Hall, all are welcome to attend

HOLY LAND MEETING

Just a reminder to those coming to the Holy Land, we will have an information sharing evening on Tuesday 6 February, 7.30pm at The Church Centre. Rosemary from McCabe will be joining us.

 

GOOD FRIDAY PROJECT

Meeting to plan this and discuss other youth work across the Group will be held on Monday 5 February, 8.00pm at The Church Centre. For the Good Friday Project to happen we do need volunteers so please do come to the meeting if you are interested, or speak to Revd. Jim Fletcher.

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BOUNTIFUL WOMEN’S CHRISTIAN CONFERENCE

Saturday 03 February 2018 featuring Gemma Hunt - Worship led by Lou Fellingham, at Trinity School, Sevenoaks 10am to 3pm, tickets £10.00 www.bountiful-conference.org for details.

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YARN AND YAP

Jubilee Hall, St. Mary Magdalene, Longfield - come and help. Monthly Cluster Woolly Meetings in aid of Blankets for the Homeless. 12.30pm to 2.30pm on Friday 02 February 2018, Light lunch and drinks/cakesprovided. Just turn up.

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

Wednesday 31 January at 10.00am Holy Communion at All Saints’ Church, Hartley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharist and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be given on the notices each week

 

HOME FOR GOOD ADOPTION EVENING

On Tuesday 30 January, the Home for Good Organisation will be holding a meeting at the Parish Room at Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre from 7.30pm to 9.00pm. The meeting hopes to increase the awareness of fostering and adoption opportunities within our communities. There is a Facebook page and a website if you would like more information. This meeting is open to everyone within the group. facebook.com/homeforgoodkent     Website: homeforgood.org.uk/get-involved/churches

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

Wednesday 31 January at 10.00am Holy Communion at All Saints’ Church, Hartley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharist and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be given on the notices each week

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BIBLE STUDY MEETING

There will be a Bible Study meeting at 8.00 pm on Monday 29 January in the Jubilee Hall, lasting for about an hour.  It will be the third in a series on ‘Encounters with Jesus’ looking at people in the Gospels who met with Jesus. Come and meet with Him too! EVERYONE in the RNWK Group is very welcome, whether you’ve been before or not! We’d love you to join us.

Lawrie and Anne

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WOMEN'S FELLOWSHIP

The next meeting will take place on Tuesday 23 January at All Saints Church, Hartley (time to be confirmed but it is evening) with a Eucharist Service for the start of the New Year, all women within the RNWK Group of churches are welcome to attend.

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

10.00am Morning Prayer at All Saints’ Church, Hartley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharist and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be on the notices each week.

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BIBLE STUDY MEETING

There will be a Bible Study meeting at 8 pm on Monday, 22 January in the Jubilee Hall, lasting for about an hour.  It will be the first in a series on ‘Encounters with Jesus’ looking at people in the Gospels who met with Jesus. Come and meet with Him too! EVERYONE in the RNWK Group is very welcome, whether you’ve been before or not! We’d love you to join us.

Lawrie and Anne

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VISITS TO NURSING HOMES

Lawrie is visiting our local nursing homes this coming week on the following dates, Tuesday 16 January, at Bramblings for 10.00am and Hazelwood at 11.00am and Thursday 18 January at Russell Court for 2.00pm. Anyone who wishes to help please turn up on the day, and/or speak to Lawrie after the 10.30am service, this Sunday.

 

BIBLE STUDY MEETING

There will be a Bible Study meeting at 8.00pm on Monday 15 January in the Jubilee Hall, lasting for about an hour.  It will be the first in a series on ‘Encounters with Jesus’ looking at people in the Gospels who met with Jesus. Come and meet with Him too! EVERYONE in the RNWK Group is very welcome, whether you’ve been before or not! We’d love you to join us. Lawrie and Anne.

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EVENING SERVICES

An evening service returns to the group on a monthly basis at the new time of 6.30pm. Do go and join in on Sunday evening (14 January) for the first one at St. Mary’s Church, Fawkham. Thank you to Lawrie Townson who will be leading the service

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MESSY CHURCH

Our next Messy Church is on Saturday 13 January from 4.00pm to 6.00pm at Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre, please come and join us. There is also a Facebook group to follow which is at: https://m.facebook.com/RNWKmessychurch/

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YARN AND YAP

Jubilee Hall, St. Mary Magdalene, Longfield - come and help. Monthly Cluster Woolly Meetings in aid of Blankets for the Homeless. 12.30pm – 2.30pm Friday 12 January 2018, Light lunch and drinks/cakes provided. Just turn up.​

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

Date For Your Diary - 10 January 2018

Wednesday 10 January at 10.00am Morning Prayer at All Saints’ Church, Hartley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharist and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be given on the notices each week.​

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PARISH NEWS FOR JANUARY 2018

A note from Susan Rogers. Due to my operation, Christmas and Murray’s upcoming operation, please can I have any items (rotas, articles, news) by 18 December at the latest. You can e-mail or post them to me. Many thanks, Susan. Christmas wishes to all.

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CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARD

There is a church Christmas card in St. Mary Magdalene Church available from this weekend for people who wish to sign it with a Christmas greeting, proceeds raised will go to charity. The card will be on the table by the north door of the church.

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TESS CHRISTMAS SALE

Just to let all you wonderfully generous folk know at St. Mary Magdalene who supported the TESS sale by your purchases and donations that the total raised is £1,995.85!  Altogether you have helped me raise almost £5,000 for TESS this year – and with Gift Aid, almost £6,000!! And so this little Christian charity will be able to provide educational opportunities for bright youngsters in N E Uganda that they could otherwise have only dreamed of. You are changing lives and providing ‘a future and a hope’. Thank you. Anne Philpott

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BISHOP JAMES’ VISIT TO THE DEANERY

On Wednesday 29 November, at 7:30am in the morning, several hardy clergy and lay people including Longfield Church’s Church Wardens and Readers, gathered at Longfield Station. We had the privilege of serving complimentary coffees to around 100 commuters as they headed to and from their trains. We were joined by The Rt. Revd James Langstaff, Bishop of Rochester who included this event in his visit to Cobham Deanery.

 

MESSY NATIVITY

Our next Messy Church is on Sunday 17 December 2017, 10.30am at Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre, there will be a lunch afterwards, but you will need to book in for lunch for catering purposes with Marion Strachan (01474) 704972 — please come and join us. There is also a Facebook group to follow which is at: https://m.facebook.com/RNWKmessychurch/

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NINE LESSONS AND CAROLS

There will be a traditional service of Nine Lessons and Carols at St. Mary Magdalene Church, Longfield on Sunday 17 December 2017, starting at 4.00pm – everybody is welcome to attend. Tell your friends and family and bring them along to this wonderful service before Christmas.

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RNWK GROUP ADVENT COURSE

We will be offering a Group Advent Course on "The Holy Angels declare the Incarnation! What does this mean?" The sessions will take place on Monday Evenings from 20 November (in Church) at 8.00 pm to Monday 18 December. Anyone interested should contact Lawrie Townson on lawrencetownson@btinternet.com. The course is open to all.

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CAROLS AT HAZELWOOD

On Tuesday 19 December 2017 at 11.00am, Lawrie and members of the choir will be visiting Hazelwood Nursing Home to entertain the residents with some very informal carol singing. If anyone would like to come along, please do, as the more singers we have, the better.  Please feel free to wear and bring anything Christmassy e.g. Christmas jumpers, hats, bells etc. Santa beards and red cheeks are optional!!

Your support would be greatly appreciated.

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CAROL SINGING IN TRAFALGAR SQUARE

- We have the exciting opportunity to join the Group carol singers in Trafalgar Square on Friday 22 December. A coach leaves New Ash Green at 1.00pm, picking up also from Hartley and Longfield. If you would like to go please let Marion Strachan know on (01474) 704972 or e-mail: parishoffice@fawkhamandhartley.org.uk

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RNWK MIDWEEK SERVICES

Wednesday 13 December 10.00am Morning Prayer at All Saints’ Church, Hartley. These services are open to everybody within the RNWK Group and are held most Wednesdays alternating between Eucharists and Lay led Morning Prayer. Some weeks the services will be held at different churches within the group. The details for these services will be given on the notices each week.

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CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL AND CONCERT

St. Peter & St. Paul's Church, Ash. Festival open Saturday 10.00am to 4.00pm; Sunday 1.00pm to 4.00pm Concert of Readings & Music for Christmas & Advent by Kent Chamber Choir, Saturday 7.30pm.

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ANGELS DELIGHT

If you fancy dressing up as an angel or Nativity character and help us give out Christmas flyers and mince pies to the Longfield shoppers, please speak to Revd. Jim Fletcher. This will be on Saturday 09 December, 1.00pm in Longfield - venue to be confirmed

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BISHOP JAMES’ VISIT TO THE DEANERY

25 November to 03 December. There are some flyers to take home with you regarding Bishop James’ visit to the Deanery. It would be lovely for you to join in as much as possible, so you can see the bigger picture of what happens in our Deanery and Diocese. It’s not every week you have a Bishop with you, so don’t get castled and lose your Bishop, make the most of it! (And invite others).

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ADVENT COFFEE MORNING

This will be taking place on 2 December between 10.00am and 12.00 noon. We have a hamper and 24 large bags to fill with all sorts of items so please could we ask you to donate some goodies for these please. We are also asking for donations of money to buy things for inclusion in the prize bags.  Please see Wendy Smith for more details. - Raffle Tickets - The Raffle tickets are now ready to be collected from the Church (table by the Vestry Door) for sale to friends and relatives to be included in the Big Advent Coffee Morning draw.  Please help us by selling as many as you can.

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YARN AND YAP

Jubilee Hall, St. Mary Magdalene, Longfield - come and help. Monthly Cluster Woolly Meetings in aid of Blankets for the Homeless. 12.30pm to 2.30pm Friday 1 December Light lunch and drinks/cakes provided. Just turn up.

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TESS CHRISTMAS SALE

You are invited to my Christmas Sale in aid of Teso Educational Support Services, a little Christian charity that runs a sponsorship programme in NE Uganda for bright children, particularly girls and orphans, to enable them to continue their education after primary school.

At my home: 5 Spring Vale Close, Hextable, near Swanley, BR8 7LR.  Saturday 25 November 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, Monday 27 Nov and Tuesday 28 Coffee Mornings 10.00am to 12.30pm Generous support from folk at St. Mary Magdalene for my last sale contributed to the wonderful sum of £2,004 I was able to send TESS this summer. You are changing lives!

 

CONFIRMATION

All are welcome to our Deanery Confirmation service on 26 November), 6.00pm at St. Magdalene Church, Cobham.  Refreshments after in the Meadow Room (we have a request of offers for cake to be made if people would like to bring one to share). Come and support and pray for those being confirmed: - John Bagshawe, Amy Bayley, Sophie Bayley, Ashley Brown, Lillie Howsam, Susan Huntingford, Lauren Julie-Rusz, David Mansfield, Rosemary Mansfield, Isobel Matthews, Keyleigh Nash and Glyn Oakley.

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JAM FOR JAMES

We will soon be advertising details of Bishop James’ visit to the deanery at the end of November. On 25 November at 7.30pm there will be an ‘open mic’ jam session evening where we are inviting musicians and singers to be part of a wonderful welcome to Bishop James. This will be at the New Ash Green Sports Pavilion. Please contact Cameron Clark on (01474) 874526 or email cameron@cclark.me.uk if you would like to participate in the evening. Please do put the date in the diary to come along and join the fun! Speak to Jim or Norma Crowe if you have any questions

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MESSY CHURCH

Our next Messy Church is on Saturday 25 November between 4.00pm and 6.00pm, t Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre — please come and join us. There is also a Facebook group to follow which is at: https://m.facebook.com/RNWKmessychurch/

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KEN FOSTER'S FUNERAL

It was with great sadness that we heard of the death of Pauline’s dad Ken this week, all our thoughts and prayers are with Pauline and her family at this time. Ken’s funeral is scheduled for the 24 November at 1.00pm at St. Mary Magdalene Church, more details will follow over the coming weeks

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GROUP WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP MEETING

Tuesday 21 November 7.30pm “sing-along-a-Mo” at Maureen Dorrell’s house, 9 Greenway, Hartley. Everyone very welcome.

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COFFEE MORNING

There will be a coffee morning at St. Mary Magdalene Church on the Saturday 18th November between 10.00am and 11.30am, all are welcome

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​ROCHESTER LINKS

The new Rochester Links have arrived with an article by Revd. Jim Fletcher on page 11 – do have a read.

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POST HARVEST SERMON CHALLENGE

 Lawrie asked us to consider the following challenges in his sermon on October 1.

• Symbolic Challenge 1: On each Monday morning set aside a £1 or £2 coin and place it in a place where it can be seen, as a symbol of our faith - following the faith of St Peter. [See Matthew 17 v 24 - 27].  On each Sunday add it to your weekly Church giving - in the pink envelope, or a church collection box. [See Chris Leonard] or into the Offering Bag. Thank you. Action - Every week until our 2018 Harvest Festival.

• Symbolic Challenge 2: Place a new £10 note into an envelope marked “Church Notice Board Fund” and/or place a note into the envelope saying you will pray for our church mission with special emphasis throughout October. [If you cannot afford the £10, Lawrie has guaranteed to pay it for you.]  Please if you want to pay more or less see Rachel or the Church Wardens - the important point is the symbolism of prayer and offering. [By “ear-marking” the money it will go into a designated fund for that use only.] Please give it in the Offering Bag; for that will be the only way Lawrie can know and make any £10 contribution required. Thank you. Action - Closing Date October 31 2017.

• Symbolic Challenge 3: This is for the over 65’s! Consider giving a tithe [one tenth] of your heating allowance to the upkeep of the church heating and lighting. Again place your offering in an envelope marked ‘Church Power Fund’ [By “ear-marking” the money it will go into a designated fund for that use only.] Thank you. Action - When the Government Heating allowance is or if it is given out!

[Please note this was a personal challenge to us all in his sermon and does not come from Dylan or the PCC although both have ideas for a new notice board and for the continued mission of the church which Lawrie is hoping we will all be of one - mind over. [ Philippians 2 v 1 - 11].

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BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The next session will be Monday 13 November in the Jubilee Hall starting at 8.00pm. The session lasts for about one hour and we are studying Ephesians, all are welcome from the RNWK Group.

 

ANY QUESTIONS – LIVE RADIO BROADCAST

from St. John’s Church, Meopham. It’s your chance to ask a question and influence the debate with BBC Radio 4 ‘Any Questions’. It is being held at St. John’s Church, Meopham on Friday 10 November with doors open between 6.45pm and 7.15pm.  sk for your free ticket by contacting the St. John’s Centre on 01474 813106, or e-mail admin@stjohnsmeopham.co.uk

 

CHURCHYARD SPRUCE FOR REMEMBRANCE SERVICE

Volunteers required for Saturday 11 November starting at 10.00am for an hour to sweep leaves at the front of the church and in around the memorial in the church graveyard. Bring your brooms, rakes, bright coloured wellies and bags please.

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MELL’s LICENCING

On Wednesday 08 November, Mell will be licensed at Holy Redeemer, Lamorbey at 7.30pm. It is tradition on such occasions for people from the curacy parish/group to attend and offer support. At the moment this will be limited to 30 tickets, but we hope a few more will be offered. To be fair to the whole group, these 30 tickets will go on a first come, first served basis - the list will be with Marion Strachan. Either phone (01474) 704972 (leave message) or email parishoffice@fawkhamandhartley.org.uk to reserve one.  

ALL SOULS’ SERVICE

We will be having the All Souls’ service on 05 November, at 3.30pm, if you would like the names of your departed loved ones to be read out at the service, please let Susan Rogers or Gill Horner know the names so that they can be added to the list, as soon as possible please.

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YARN AND YAP

Jubilee Hall, St. Mary Magdalene, Longfield - come and help. Monthly Cluster Woolly Meetings in aid of Blankets for the Homeless. 12.30pm to 2.30pm on Friday 03 November. Light lunch and drinks/cakes provided. Just turn up.

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BIBLE STUDY GROUP

The next session will be on will be on Monday October 30 in the Jubilee Hall starting at 8.00pm. The session lasts for about one hour and all are welcome from the RNWK Group.

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RNWK GROUP IS ON TWITTER

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Our Group of Churches is further embracing the digital age! We are now on Twitter. So for the latest news and updates from across the group, please search for and follow @RNWK_Group.  Please help us to spread the news far and wide by retweeting and directing othersto the account - @RNWK_Group 

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CALLED TOGETHER IS HERE – NEW VISION IS READY TO LAUNCH

Everyone of all ages are invited to join the launch of ‘Called Together’ - the Diocese’s new vision and aims - at Rochester Cathedral, on Saturday 04 November from 1.00pm. The celebration will include worship, a market-place area with Messy Church and exhibition stalls, and an official introduction to the vision by Bishop James taking place at 2.30pm. More details and how to register your interest to attend can be found on the Diocese of Rochester website – www.rochester.anglican.org

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REVD. CANON RUTH OATES’ LEAVING SERVICE

At 10.30am on the 29 October there is an opportunity to say goodbye to Ruth Oates who is retiring. This is at Ash Church. All welcome. Also on the 29 October there will now be an additional 9.00am Group communion service at All Saints’ Church, Hartley for those who wish to attend.

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GROUP WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP MEETING

At the next Group Women’s Fellowship Meeting there will be a talk on the Romonovs by Alan Strachan. Do come along and join us for this evening at 7.30pm at Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre on Tuesday 24 October – there is no cost for this event.

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HOLY COMMUNION AND COFFEE

There will be a Group service of Holy Communion followed by coffee on Wednesday 25 October at 10.00am in St. Mary Magdalene Church, Longfield

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HEALING WEEKEND and HEALING SERVICE

Jim is leading a Quiet day at Burrswood, Tunbridge Wells, on Saturday 21 October, 9.00am to 5.00pm

including travel time and attending the Burrswood Healing service.

Max of 20 spaces, please book with Marion (01474) 704972 (car shares recommended).

No cost, but please bring a packed lunch.

The following day on October22, there will be a 5.00pm Healing service at St. Mary’s Church, Fawkham.

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RITA BEETON

The Family of Rita Beeton have been invited to our Morning Worship Service on October 22 to be followed by a Service of Interment for Rita's ashes.

 

REVD. CANON RUTH OATES’ LEAVING SERVICE

At 10.30am that day there is an opportunity to say goodbye to Ruth Oates who is retiring. This is at Ash Church. All welcome. Also on 29 October there will now be an additional 9.00am Group communion service at All Saints’ Church, Hartley for those who wish to attend.

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PLANNED VISITS TO OUR RESIDENTIAL HOMES

Bramblings Tuesday 17 October 10.00 am, Hazelwood Tuesday 17 October 11.00 am, Russell Court Thursday 19 October at 2.00 pm. You are invited to join Lawrie at these services to meet the Residents.

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CHRISTIAN AID QUIZ

Friday 20 October 7.30pm/ £6.00 per head, Teams of up to 8. St. John’s Church, Meopham. Proceeds will go to a Christian Aid partnership scheme supporting children affected by HIV/AIDS in Kenya.

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COFFEE MORNING

There will be a coffee morning at St. Mary Magdalene Church on the Saturday 14 October between 10.00am and 11.30am, all are welcome.  There will be a churchyard working party primarily focussing on sweeping leaves on Saturday 14 Oct, same time as the coffee morning.

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STUDY GROUP

In response to requests by members of the Lent Group, Lawrie and Anne plan to have a Bible Study Group at other times too, meeting as for Lent, in the Jubilee Hall on a Monday evening at 8.00 pm for not much more than an hour.  There's a warm invitation to everyone in the RNWK Group.

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ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE BISHOP OF ROCHESTER

This announcement was made in all the Group churches on Sunday 23 July 2017. The Bishop of Rochester is very pleased to announce that The Revd. Melanie Jemmett, currently Curate in the Rural North West Kent Group of Churches, is to be the next incumbent of Holy Redeemer, Lamorbey, which is in the Sidcup Deanery. Please keep Mell, Brian, Arwen and Arthur in your prayers, as they enter this period of transition. 

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CHANGES TO THE OCTOBER ROTA

The Jemmett’s last Sunday with us will be on 08 October. There will only be one service now on that day so we can all join together to wish Mell and the family well before their move to Lamorbey. It will be at 10.30am at the Fawkham and Hartley Church Centre. There will be Tea and Cake afterwards and those who would like to join us at the country club for lunch (You can choose whatever you want, but please pay for your own meal)  Please contact Marion Strachan to book a place for the Country Club (01474) 704972 – parishoffice@fawkhamandhartley.org.uk  Please note that other services that day have now been cancelled.

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