The Call - 14th June 6pm at Holy Cross

Makes a welcome return after a pause last month, an ecumenical prayer for Bearsted and the wider world.​​​
 

Voices in the Vines

Mixed Blessings Choir Saturday 20th June 2.30-4pm Penn Oast Vineyard, Hollingbourne. Doors open 2pm. Tickets £15 each; pre-booked only, includes 1 free drink. Please bring your own picnic.

Contact: mixedblessingschoir@gmail.com

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Diary Dates for Working Party - Churchyard

Due to Summer Fair and summer holidays we will be meeting on odd days during the next few months.  I do hope you will be able to fit these dates into your diary:
June - none ;  11th  July ; 22nd  August ; September 19th.  
As always, it would be good to have as many volunteers as possible, wearing appropriate shoes etc, with bucket and tools and gloves.  Thank you all once again for all your volunteering. Patricia

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Celebrating Our World - Children's Summer Activities

We are holding two drop in children's activity days on Friday 24 July and Friday 28 August from 10 am to 3 pm. If you would like to go on the rota to help, please get in touch with julie.pennells@hotmail.co.uk In addition to our supervised activity days on 24th July and 28th August, the church will be open every day throughout the
summer holidays so families can pop in at any point to do a self-guided activity with their children.There will be new weekly activities available from each Sunday afternoon, all following our Wonderful World theme. (Children must be accompanied by adults at all events)

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Services in August

Acknowledging that many are away over the course of the month services we will be a special summer series, all drawing on the same theme. It also means we can do something a bit different.

 

More info to come, but, all August services will be in church and start at 10am. Evensong will still happen on 2nd August.

 

We need some help! - If you are around on any of the Sundays in August and are happy to a) read b) lead intercessions c) assist at communion (16th and 30th only) d) help with refreshments, then please email the vicar to say what you’re happy to do and what dates you’re available for.

Rob

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Ebola Outbreak

Many of you will have heard about the Ebola Outbreak in the DRC, which is also affecting Uganda. Click on the link here to see a video update from the bishop of Goma. Please do pray for all those affected by and responding to the outbreak. The prayer below has been produced by Christian Aid

 

Loving God, you see us and know us.

You are present with us in times of suffering.

We pray to you for all people affected by the Ebola outbreak.

Comfort those who are ill,

Sustain those who grieve,

Watch over those who deliver care.

We pray for the safety and health of our partners and medical staff as they treat those affected.

We pray for strength for communities and families in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.

We pray that breakthroughs will come swiftly as new vaccines and treatments are developed.

We pray that the world would unite to take action and to support our global neighbours.

Loving God, we ask this in Jesus' name.

Amen

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Bearsted Fayre - Sunday 27th June help required

The Fayre committee have asked if we could help at the Fayre to make it a successful day.  They rely solely on

volunteers and if people don't come forward they will have to bring in paid help, which will mean that less money will be available to give to local charities. The following help is required:

 

• Friday to set up, including fencing off the green bunting around the green, building marquees.

• Road Marshals: this can either be walking with the floats or standing on the street assisting the smooth passing of the floats. 

• Donations of raffle prizes for the day of the Fayre. They were able to make up some lovely hampers last year and it was much appreciated.

• If you would be prepared to offer your front garden to 'host' estate agent sign boards from early June, which advertise the Fayre please sign up on the sheet at the back of church with your name, address and post code.

• Clearing up after the Fayre and litter picking. 

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If you have any questions or can help, please contact sandra@knatchbull.uk

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APCM

This was held on Tuesday 19th May. If you are not on the mailing list and would like to receive the documents, please contact the church office here. ​​​
 

Gain Confidence to Repair, Refashion and Remake 

Give new life to existing clothing/soft furnishings, reducing waste and help save the planet.  Join our two-hour weekly classes (with a few exceptions) in the Church Room, Holy Cross Church, starting at 9.45am 

on Wednesdays from 15th April onwards. For further information and cost, please contact 

Diane Sergeant on 07814 536173 or email dianes@enaid-design.co.uk. "Half-day" Saturday workshops will run during the summer months – more info to come!​

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Love Your Church

Huge thanks to those who were able to attend our recent 'love your church' stewardship services.  Please do take time to read through the information sent out by email and hold the theme prayerfully over the weeks ahead. 

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Most parishioners give to Holy Cross through the Planned Giving Scheme which we can reclaim the tax back on. However, you can also give and make a donation to Holy Cross using your smart phone. Details on the various ways to support us can be found on our Give page, but you can also use this QR code to make a single payment. Thank you.

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Support Holy Cross through your on line purchases using Easy Funding

At no extra cost to you we can earn a small percentage of the purchase price through Easy Funding. So the next time you make an on line purchase give it a try.  They have links with most major online outlets, including Amazon, John Lewis, Next and many more. Simply register your support for Holy Cross by clicking here, which will guide you to registration and then the store you select. You must however, do this through the Easy Funding portal link.  Save our page in your favourites... and, without over encouraging you - get shopping! 

To ensure your giving remains anonymous, follow the simple instructions here.

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Volunteering in our Church Community

If you have a moment to spare there are always opportunities to volunteer, to help our community.   If you can, please contact the Church office here, and they will connect you with the opportunities!

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Bearsted CAN Events

See the latest events taking place here.

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Support Neema Crafts

Hannah and Joseph Adams are part of the management team at Neema Crafts, equipping and empowering people with disabilities in Tanzania through training and employment.   Can you support them through prayer or financially to cover costs?  Sign up to their newsletter here.  Financial support details here.​​​

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School Pastors

If you are not sure what School Pastors do, how they help young people, schools and the community, please visit the school pastor site here. Seven training sessions and uniform provided at no cost to you. Can you give 2-8 hours a month to help our youngsters? Please contact: maidstone@schoolpastors.org.uk