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THE BISHOPS’ VISITATION …NOT ONE BISHOP BUT T WO!
Diana Crowe & Mark Hunt, Churchwardens, Malmesbury Abbey
As some of you may already be aware, one of the three 2017 Bishops’ Visitations in the Bristol Diocese took place in Malmesbury Abbey on the evening of 8th May. The service was conducted by the Bishop of Swindon, Rt Rev Lee Rayfield, the Visitation Charge (Talk) was delivered by the Bishop of Bristol, Rt Rev Mike Hill, with the Archdeacon of Malmesbury, Ven Christine Froude, and the Diocesan Registrar, Mr Roland Callaby, in attendance to administer a legal declaration. All very formal, so what was all that about?
we serve, and a chance to meet, greet and socialise with the churchwardens and clergy in our neighbouring parishes. You can be assured that we are now officially Churchwardens for Malmesbury Abbey and Brokenborough, having made the declaration to perform our duties “faithfully and diligently”, and having publicly stated that we will
In formal terms, it was the annual admittance and licensing, required by Church Law, of the newly appointed churchwardens for parishes in the locality. In reality, an evening of encouragement to those embarking on a year of service, of worship and prayer for the growth of the church
Speak out for those who have no voices. Stand up for the rights of all the oppressed. Speak truth and justice. Defend the poor and needy. Speak out for those who have no choices. Cry out for those who live without love.
ABBE Y DI AR Y THIS SUNDAY: June 11th 9am BCP Communion 10.30am Holy Communion 4pm Informal Worship & Junior Church 6pm Patronal Service at Brokenborough Church THIS WEEK EACH DAY 9am Morning Prayer
Show God’s compassion to the crushed and broken in spirit. Lift up the weak in Jesus’ name.
However, please bear in mind that while we will do our best for you, with the help of God, we are only human, so forgive our failings! May we all work together and live in harmony as we follow in the way of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Diana
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Mark
MON 12th 10.30am Little Stars TUES 13th 7.30pm Glory! WEDS 14th 10.30am Communion THURS 15th10.30am Time for Chat 7pm Choir Practice th SAT 17 1pm ‘2in1’ Piano Duet Fundraiser for Abbey roof NEXT SUNDAY: June 18th 9am BCP Communion 10.30am Holy Communion 4pm Informal Worship & Junior Church ADVANCE DIARY TUES 20th 12.30pm Prayers for Malmesbury Primary at the School st WED 21 3pm Free Organ Recital SAT 25th 6.30pm Choral Evensong with Prayers for the new Mayor of Malmesbury th FRI 30 6.30pm Refresh! at Roberts Berry Farm (more details to follow soon)
Matthew 28:16-20 16
Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. 17 When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted. 18 Then Jesus came to them and said, ‘All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.’
Additional Reading: 2 Corinthians 13:11-end
DISCIPLESHIP D A I LY R E A D I N G S 1. Do you have a vision of what Christ desires for/of his Church? 2. See verse 17; why do you think that some worshipped but some doubted? 3. See verse 18; what does Jesus’ claim to such authority mean for your Christian life? 4. How significant is Christ’s great commission in your life and the life of our Church? 5. What do you understand Jesus meant by the word ‘disciple’? 6. Do you think that you and your fellow Church members need further help to be disciples? 7. What does baptism in the name of the Trinity mean for you? 8. How have you experienced the truth of Christ’s promise in verse 20: “I am with you always...”?
Monday Psalm 112 Acts 11:19-end John 15:12-17 Tuesday Psalm 5 Job 8 Romans 4:13-end Wednesday Psalm 119:1-32 Job 9 Romans 5:1-11 Thursday Psalm 15 Job 10 Romans 5:12-end Friday Psalm 19 Job 11 Romans 6:1-14
REGULAR GIVING If you would like to give regularly to the mission and ministry of the Abbey as part of your discipleship, please e-mail alan@malmesburyabbey.com. m
CHRISTIAN AID News just in… The final (possibly) total funds raised for this year’s Christian Aid week in Malmesbury has risen to £8.142. Thank you so much to all who have donated and/or contributed in some way.
PA R I S H D I R E C T O R Y We are in the process of creating a brand new Parish Directory so, even if you are included in the old directory, maybe you’re a life-long member or you are new and feel that the Abbey is your home, we would really like you to be included in the new Parish Directory. None of this is compulsory and is basically to help us all stay in touch and to have an efficiently running church. Please collect your BLUE FORM from the back of the Abbey and return to the Parish Office by 25th June at the latest.
G LO R Y !
S T E WA R D S N E E D E D
Join the Abbey Leadership as the church gathers for Glory! prayer this Tuesday evening – 13th June. Arrive at 7.30pm for a time of extended contemporary worship followed by a time of Spirit-led intercession together. Finishes at 9pm.
To keep the Abbey open on Sundays we desperately need stewards. We especially need one or two for the FIRST SUNDAY of every month for 2-3 hours from 12 noon. This is such an important ministry in the life of the Abbey and a great way to welcome visitors to our beautiful 12th Century Church. Please contact Linda Weston on lw19w10@btinternet.com
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NOTICEBOARD NEW WINE Every summer 20-30 of us spend a week camping at the Christian festival NEW WINE. Join us this year in week 2, 30th July - 5th August. It takes place in Shepton Mallet which is only just over one hour away. There is inspiring teaching and worship, great nights for adults, amazing daytime groups for kids and a fantastic opportunity to spend time with others from the Abbey. Either camp with us for the week or come along and meet up with us for a day or two. Email tom.hunton@hotmail.co.uk for more details or visit https://www.new-wine.org/events/united-2017-week-2
P R AY E R S F O R M A L M E S B U R Y S C H O O L Please make a note in your diaries of the next Prayers for Malmesbury Primary School meetings: Tuesday 20th June at 12.30pm and Thursday 13th July at 9am. Both at the Primary School in the Head Teachers office. If you are able to attend or if you are able to pray at home, please remember:
Mr Oakes as he goes to take up an acting headship position from September to December, and for all those who will miss him - both as a person and filling in for the work he does here. Teachers as they embark on a long, action filled but tiring term. Year 6 pupils who are entering their last term here and facing the huge changes of moving to secondary school. Next week they will be going away to France - pray for safety, health and enjoyment. The new intake - children starting school in September are currently having induction visits and beginning to get to know the school and the staff. Children and families who are coping with bereavement. Schools policy following this weeks’ General Election.
CONTAC T
ABBEY OFFICE Tuesday-Friday 9.30am-3pm 01666 826666 office@malmesburyabbey.com www.malmesburyabbey.com Staff members can be contacted by name@malmesburyabbey.com
ABBEY CAFÉ Monday-Friday Friday (normal) 9.30am – 4pm Happy Hour (drinks £1) from 9.30-10.30am 10.30am café@malmesburyabbey.com MalmesburyAbbey MalmesburyAbbeyKitchen
MALMESBURY ABBEY At Malmesbury Abbey we love to welcome new people, so don’t be shy, please make yourself known to us today or contact the Parish Office during weekday office hours (details above). We also love to show care for our community, please lease help us by letting us know if you, or anyone you know, needs our help.
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