Sunday 22nd May 6th Sunday of Easter

This Sunday we have five in person services:

8am           Wiston                      Holy Communion 9.30am       Stoke                        Morning Prayer 11.15am     Leavenheath            Holy Communion 3pm  Wiston  ROGATION Ride around Nayland/Wiston 6.30pm       Nayland                   Evening Prayer 6.30pm       ZOOM                      Evening Prayer

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

TONIGHT! EVENING PRAYER via ZOOM Do join us tonight at 6.30pm.  Log-in details are: Meeting ID:  730 3602 7476     Password:  6ZR9Wj

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates ROGATION TRACTOR & TRAILER RIDE This Sunday, 22nd May, 3pm, commencing at St Mary’s Wiston.  Do join us for this enjoyable and friendly afternoon when, in centuries’ old tradition we ‘beat the bounds’ whilst travelling around Nayland and Wiston and returning to St Mary’s for tea and refreshments. Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ Suffolk Show – 31st May And 1st June St Eds & Ips Diocese is excited to be hosting a stand at the Suffolk Show. After two years of cancellations this show should be the best yet, with the added benefit of being the two days before the Jubilee weekend which is sure to increase its profile. We will be offering complimentary tea, coffee and cakes in a marquee furnished with comfy seating, cushions and sofas. Amongst the entertainment are a puppet show and messy church crafts for children, free face painting and youth arcade games.  At 2.30pm each day, the marquee will erupt in song – with a chorus of popular hymns.  Do come along to see us and join in. PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS Sat 4th June Stoke by Nayland Spring Fair. – see LSPN Jubilee celebrations & picnic in L’heath –see LSPN  4pm Songs of Praise on the village green Sat/Sun 4th/5th June Exhibition of 1950s memorabilia in Nayland VH Sunday 5th June   12noon–3pm   Nayland Street Party & fancy dress parade EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/05/readings_may-22-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 15th May 5th Sunday of Easter

This Sunday we have five in person services:

8am           Stoke                        Holy Communion 9.30am      Polstead                   Morning Prayer 10am        Nayland                    Family Service 11.15am    Wiston                      Holy Communion 6.30pm      Leavenheath VH      Evening Praise

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates ROGATION TRACTOR & TRAILER RIDE Next Sunday, 22nd May, 3pm, commencing at St Mary’s Wiston.  Do join us for this enjoyable and friendly afternoon when, in centuries’ old tradition we ‘beat the bounds’ whilst travelling around Nayland and Wiston and returning to St Mary’s for tea and refreshments. Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ Suffolk Show – 31st May And 1st June St Eds & Ips Diocese is excited to be hosting a stand at the Suffolk Show. After two years of cancellations this show should be the best yet, with the added benefit of being the two days before the Jubilee weekend which is sure to increase its profile. We will be offering complimentary tea, coffee and cakes in a marquee furnished with comfy seating, cushions and sofas. Amongst the entertainment are a puppet show and messy church crafts for children, free face painting and youth arcade games.  At 2.30pm each day, the marquee will erupt in song – with a chorus of popular hymns.  Do come along to see us and join in. PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS Sat 4th June Stoke by Nayland Spring Fair. – see LSPN Jubilee celebrations & picnic in L’heath –see LSPN  4pm Songs of Praise on the village green Sat/Sun 4th/5th June Exhibition of 1950s memorabilia in Nayland VH Sunday 5th June   12noon–3pm   Nayland Street Party & fancy dress parade EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/05/readings_may-15-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 8th May 4th Sunday of Easter

This Sunday we have four in person services:

9.30am      Leavenheath           Morning Prayer 9.30am      Nayland                   Holy Communion 11.15am    Stoke                       Holy Communion 6.30pm      Wiston                     Evening Prayer

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ ROGATION TRACTOR & TRAILER RIDE Sunday, 22nd May, in the afternoon, starting at St Mary’s, Wiston and finishing there for tea afterwards Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS Sat 4th June Stoke by Nayland Spring Fair. – see LSPN Jubilee celebrations & picnic in L’heath –see LSPN  4pm Songs of Praise on the village green Sat/Sun 4th/5th June Exhibition of 1950s memorabilia in Nayland VH Sunday 5th June   12noon–3pm   Nayland Street Party & fancy dress parade EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/05/readings_may-8-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 1st May 3rd Sunday of Easter

This Sunday we have five in person services:

8am           Nayland                  Holy Communion   9.30am      Leavenheath VH    First Sunday   9.30am      Wiston                    Morning Praise   11.15am    Polstead                 Holy Communion   6.30pm      Stoke                     Evening Prayer

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates ST JAMES’S NAYLAND CHURCH FETE Monday 2nd May 1pm – 4pm Please support this popular annual event which raises much needed funds for the church.  Donations for the numerous stalls are being collected now.  See page 25 in the Community Times http://www.naylandcommunitycouncil.org.uk/CommunityTimes.html   St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ PLATINUM JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS Sat 4th June Stoke by Nayland Spring Fair. – see LSPN Jubilee celebrations & picnic in L’heath –see LSPN  4pm Songs of Praise on the village green Sat/Sun 4th/5th June Exhibition of 1950s memorabilia in Nayland VH Sunday 5th June   12noon–3pm   Nayland Street Party & fancy dress parade EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

Chttps://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/readings_may-1-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 24th April 2nd Sunday of Easter

This Sunday we have three in person services:

8am Wiston Holy Communion, 9:30am Stoke Benefice Pet Services, 6:30pm Nayland Evening Prayer.

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates Monday 25th April 10am-12 noon Music For Peace Stoke Monday morning singers will be singing to raise funds for Suffolk Refugee Support in Nayland Village Hall. Do come and listen or join in. Bring a friend. Refreshments served afterwards. ST JAMES’S NAYLAND CHURCH FETE Monday 2nd May 1pm – 4pm Please support this popular annual event which raises much needed funds for the church.  Donations for the numerous stalls are being collected now.  See page 25 in the Community Times http://www.naylandcommunitycouncil.org.uk/CommunityTimes.html   St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/readings_april-24-2022.docx.pd

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 17th April Easter Day

This Sunday we have two in person services:

9am Polstead Holy Communion

11:15am Stoke Benefice Easter Celebration After this service there will be an Easter Egg Hunt for the children and refreshment for the adults including prosecco and nibbles!

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates Sunday 24th April 9.30am       Stoke           BENEFICE PET SERVICE All pets are invited to this special service whatever their size, colour or creed.  However unusual they are, they will be welcome!  Refreshments will be served afterwards. BOXTED METHODIST SILVER BAND will be performing at St Mary’s, Stoke on Saturday 23rd April, 6-8pm  FREE entry with retiring collection to BMSB St Mary’s will run a bar from 5.30pm with donations towards the church MUSIC FOR PEACE Stoke Monday morning singers will be singing to raise funds for Suffolk refugee support. Monday 25th April 10am- 12 noon in Nayland Village Hall. Do come & listen or join in.  Bring a friend.  Refreshments served afterwards. ST JAMES’S NAYLAND CHURCH FETE Monday 2nd May 1pm – 4pm Please support this popular annual event which raises much needed funds for the church.  Donations for the numerous stalls are being collected now.  See page 25 in the Community Times http://www.naylandcommunitycouncil.org.uk/CommunityTimes.html   St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/readings_april-17-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 10th April Palm Sunday

This Sunday we have two in person services:

10am        Nayland    Benefice Palm Sunday Service 6.30pm      Wiston     Evening Prayer

Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates Services During Holy Week Monday   11th   7pm   Walk Through Holy Week   Polstead Tuesday  12th   7pm   Tenebrae     Leavenheath Wed.        13th   7pm    Compline    Wiston Maundy Thurs 14th 11am Chrism Eucharist Cathedral BStE                                 7pm HC & Foot Washing   Nayland Good Friday 15th   9am An Hour at the Cross    Leavenheath                               10am Elements of the Passion   Nayland                               11am Meditation at Foot of Cross   Stoke Easter Eve 16th   7pm Easter Vigil Eucharist & Exultet   Nayland Sunday 17th April       EASTER DAY 9am           Polstead       Holy Communion   11.15am    Stoke     BENEFICE EASTER CELEBRATION After this service there will be an Easter Egg Hunt for the children and refreshments for the adults, including prosecco and nibbles! BOXTED METHODIST SILVER BAND will be performing at St Mary’s, Stoke on Saturday 23rd April, 6-8pm  FREE entry with retiring collection to BMSB St Mary’s will run a bar from 5.30pm with donations towards the church BENEFICE PET SERVICE – 9.30am Sunday 24th April in St Mary’s, Stoke All pets are invited to this special service whatever their size, colour or creed.  However unusual they are, they will be welcome!  Refreshments will be served afterwards ST JAMES’S NAYLAND CHURCH FETE Monday 2nd May 1pm – 4pm Please support this popular annual event which raises much needed funds for the church.  Donations for the numerous stalls are being collected now.  See page 25 in the Community Times http://www.naylandcommunitycouncil.org.uk/CommunityTimes.html   St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/readings_april-10-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 3rd April Fifth Sunday of Lent

This Sunday we have five in person services: 8am Nayland Holy Communion, 9:30am Leavenheath VH First Sunday, 9:30am Wiston Morning Praise, 11:15am Polstead Holy Communion, 6:30pm Stoke Evening Prayer. Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates Do join us for the LENT COURSE sessions 2 and 3 held at the vicarage. Contact Stephane. Session 3      Tuesday 5th April 10am & 7pm The Bible & the Cultural Context BOXTED METHODIST SILVER BAND will be performing at St Mary’s, Stoke on Saturday 23rd April, 6-8pm  FREE entry with retiring collection to BMSB St Mary’s will run a bar from 5.30pm with donations towards the church ST JAMES’S NAYLAND CHURCH FETE Monday 2nd May 1pm – 4pm Please support this popular annual event which raises much needed funds for the church.  Donations for the numerous stalls are being collected now.  See page 25 in the Community Times http://www.naylandcommunitycouncil.org.uk/CommunityTimes.html   St Edmundsbury Cathedral 1000th Anniversary (Events have been delayed by two years due to Covid) https://stedscathedral.org/abbey-1000-events/ Suffolk Philharmonic Orchestra will be appearing in St Edmundsbury Cathedral for a special concert on Sat. 28th May with the Eye Bach Choir and the English Arts Chorale. The programme includes Britten’s Fanfare for St Edmundsbury and Elgar’s Enigma Variations   https://stedscathedral.org/events/abbey-1000-suffolk-philharmonic/ EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/readings_april-3-2022.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 27th March Mothering Sunday

This Sunday we have five in person services: 8am Wiston Holy Communion, 9:30am Stoke Morning Prayer, 11:15am Leavenheath Holy Communion, 11:15am Nayland Family Holy Communion, 6:30pm Evening Prayer via Zoom. Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates TONIGHT EVENING PRAYER VIA ZOOM Do join us tonight at 6:30pm Log in details are Meeting ID: 7772084 3134 Password: i69qCH It’s not too late to join those already signed up for the LENT COURSE held at the vicarage. Contact Stephane.   Session 2     Tues 29th March 10am and 7pm                          The Sources and Difficulty of Translation of the Bible Session 3      Tuesday 5th April 10am and 7pm                    The Bible and the Cultural Context TONIGHT Nayland Choir will be performing Platinum Anthems at Stoke-by-Nayland Church on Sunday, March 27th at 5pm.  Collection in aid of the church fabric fund.  Tickets £10 each are available from Naylandevents.org or phone 07879 843319 EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/03/readings_march-27-2022.pdf

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.

Sunday 20th March Third Sunday of Lent

This Sunday we have five in person services: 8am Stoke Holy Communion, 9:30am Polstead Morning Prayer, 11:15am Nayland Family Service, 11:15am Wiston Holy Communion, 6:30pm Leavenheath Village Hall Evening Praise. Masks are no longer required, but are still recommended for the time being.

The link below will take you the worship page of St. Edmundsbury Cathedral  where you will find the times and links to their online services (and service sheets), which can also be accessed through their Facebook page. https://st.edscathedral.org/worship

Notices and Diary Dates NEXT WEEK – It’s not too late to join those already signed up for the LENT COURSE held at the vicarage. Contact Stephane.   Session 1     Tues 22nd March 10am and 7pm                  The Chronology of the Bible Session 2     Tues 29th March 10am and 7pm                          The Sources and Difficulty of Translation of the Bible Session 3      Tuesday 5th April 10am and 7pm                    The Bible and the Cultural Context NEXT SUNDAY ~ Nayland Choir will be performing Platinum Anthems at Stoke-by-Nayland Church on Sunday, March 27th at 5pm.  Collection in aid of the church fabric fund.  Tickets £10 each are available from Naylandevents.org or phone 07879 843319 EVERY Wednesday 10-12noon Coffee/tea is served in St James’ Nayland.  Do pop in and enjoy a hot drink, delicious cakes and a chat. From Monday 7th March we will be holding a short weekly Holy Communion service in St James’ Nayland at 10am.  All are welcome!  We would also like to start running a baby/toddler group in the church after the communion service to give parents and carers the opportunity to meet and relax over a cup of coffee in the church.  If you would be able to help with refreshments and a warm welcome please get in touch w Stéphane or Helen Schalin (07717 766683

The Pew Sheet can be found here
Weekly Pew Sheet

This week’s readings can be found here

https://naylandchurches.files.wordpress.com/2022/03/readings_march-20-2022-1.docx

I’m sorry there is no Children’s Worksheet this week, there has been a change in the publisher’s permission to use this content, hopefully this will be resolved soon.

Community pantry & Financial Assistance Fund

Thank you for all the items generously donated to the community pantry. Currently, we do not need any more tinned tomatoes or beans. But we do need fresh veg and fruit, long-life milk, butter, cereal, tea and instant coffee, toiletries, toilets rolls and cleaning materials, also pasta, rice, tinned tomatoes, sugar, tinned fruit, crisps and cereal. 

Please keep spreading the word that this is a resource for anyone in our villages, whether their need is occasional or regular. There is also a fund for those in need of financial assistance, perhaps with school uniforms and shoes, essential or unexpected bills. Please do feel free to contact Rev Val Armstrong who can assist you in complete confidentiality, Tel: 01206262812 Email: mrsvarmstrong@hotmail.com It is also possible to have a delivery arranged for those unable to get to the Community Pantry in Nayland, again please contact Rev Val about this.