Events
There are always lots of events and meetings happening at the church or that the church helps organise in the village. Events are also advertised on the FOSMA and village websites.
Vacancy Update
The shortlisting meeting was held on the 28th March where it was determined which candidates we would like to meet. Following the meeting the applicants were invited, and all accepted, so we now have a detailed timetable for the interviews. This is scheduled for Monday 29th April starting with communion at St John's Milton before coming to Adderbury where there will be a visit to the school as well as tours of St Mary's and the vicarage. One aspect that is sometimes overlooked is that the interviews are a two-way process. Not only are we looking to see who we would like as our next vicar but the candidates are also assessing us to see whether they are attracted to our villages and also like the thought of working with the congregations of Adderbury with Milton. Another important thing to remember is that during the day they are our guests and should be treated accordingly. It would be nice therefore if both churches, the churchyards and Church House all look welcoming.
Unfortunately, the Rev. Val Plumb who was due to take the baptism service on 7th April was taken ill, and so we were very grateful that the Rev. Philip Davies was able to step in at the last moment. This was a lovely service of celebration and we were delighted to be able to welcome Renae Lucille Philippa and Carly Anne Frances and the Alcott family to St Mary’s. We also wish Val a speedy recovery.
Hopefully all the Easter services are covered and we look forward to welcoming families and friends attending our churches at this special time.
The shortlisting meeting was held on the 28th March where it was determined which candidates we would like to meet. Following the meeting the applicants were invited, and all accepted, so we now have a detailed timetable for the interviews. This is scheduled for Monday 29th April starting with communion at St John's Milton before coming to Adderbury where there will be a visit to the school as well as tours of St Mary's and the vicarage. One aspect that is sometimes overlooked is that the interviews are a two-way process. Not only are we looking to see who we would like as our next vicar but the candidates are also assessing us to see whether they are attracted to our villages and also like the thought of working with the congregations of Adderbury with Milton. Another important thing to remember is that during the day they are our guests and should be treated accordingly. It would be nice therefore if both churches, the churchyards and Church House all look welcoming.
Unfortunately, the Rev. Val Plumb who was due to take the baptism service on 7th April was taken ill, and so we were very grateful that the Rev. Philip Davies was able to step in at the last moment. This was a lovely service of celebration and we were delighted to be able to welcome Renae Lucille Philippa and Carly Anne Frances and the Alcott family to St Mary’s. We also wish Val a speedy recovery.
Hopefully all the Easter services are covered and we look forward to welcoming families and friends attending our churches at this special time.
Holy Week and Easter Services in the Parish of Adderbury with Milton - All Welcome
St Mary's, Adderbury:
Palm Sunday 14th April at 10.30am Procession of Palms and Communion. The procession, led by the choir will be leaving from the Green at 10.15am to walk down down to church.
Maundy Thursday 18th April at 7.00pm Liturgy of the Lord's supper followed by the stripping of the altar
Good Friday 19th April at 10.30am Procession with the Cross from the Friends Meeting House, Adderbury through the village to Christopher Rawlins Primary School. Followed by refreshments including hot cross buns.
Easter Sunday 21st April at 8.00am Easter Morning Holy Communion
Easter Sunday 21st April at 10.30am Easter Morning Parish Communion
St John's, Milton:
Palm Sunday 14th April at 9.15am Palm Sunday Communion
Good Friday 19th April at 2.00pm Last Hour at the Cross
Easter Sunday 21st April at 9.15 am Easter Morning Holy Communion
St Mary's, Adderbury:
Palm Sunday 14th April at 10.30am Procession of Palms and Communion. The procession, led by the choir will be leaving from the Green at 10.15am to walk down down to church.
Maundy Thursday 18th April at 7.00pm Liturgy of the Lord's supper followed by the stripping of the altar
Good Friday 19th April at 10.30am Procession with the Cross from the Friends Meeting House, Adderbury through the village to Christopher Rawlins Primary School. Followed by refreshments including hot cross buns.
Easter Sunday 21st April at 8.00am Easter Morning Holy Communion
Easter Sunday 21st April at 10.30am Easter Morning Parish Communion
St John's, Milton:
Palm Sunday 14th April at 9.15am Palm Sunday Communion
Good Friday 19th April at 2.00pm Last Hour at the Cross
Easter Sunday 21st April at 9.15 am Easter Morning Holy Communion
Annual Parochial Church Meeting - for the year 2018
This meeting will take place on Wednesday 24th April at 7.30pm in Church House. This is also the time when new PCC members are elected to serve the congregation. If you feel you would like to be part of the Parish of Adderbury with Milton governing body or you have someone in mind whom you would like to represent you please let one of the Church Wardens or Clare know and they will happily provide you with an application form. We hope that as many of you as possible will be able to attend this important meeting.
This meeting will take place on Wednesday 24th April at 7.30pm in Church House. This is also the time when new PCC members are elected to serve the congregation. If you feel you would like to be part of the Parish of Adderbury with Milton governing body or you have someone in mind whom you would like to represent you please let one of the Church Wardens or Clare know and they will happily provide you with an application form. We hope that as many of you as possible will be able to attend this important meeting.
Sunday Club/Children and Youth Team
After a series of months in which there was either no attendance or very low attendance at Sunday Club, it has been decided to divert energies, for the short term, into family services and children’s events during the holidays instead.
If you would like to join or support the Children and Youth Team, which will be organising a coffee and craft morning during the Easter Holidays, activities during the Easter Sunday service, and a Holiday Club during the summer, please speak to either Sarah or Richard.
After a series of months in which there was either no attendance or very low attendance at Sunday Club, it has been decided to divert energies, for the short term, into family services and children’s events during the holidays instead.
If you would like to join or support the Children and Youth Team, which will be organising a coffee and craft morning during the Easter Holidays, activities during the Easter Sunday service, and a Holiday Club during the summer, please speak to either Sarah or Richard.
Knitting for Refugees
The next sessions will be on May 20th, June 3rd and June 17th.
We close for July and August and return on Monday September 2nd.
Further information from Pat or Enid.
The next sessions will be on May 20th, June 3rd and June 17th.
We close for July and August and return on Monday September 2nd.
Further information from Pat or Enid.
Worship Group
Our Morning Praise service in May will be led by Philip Davies. If any members of the congregation have any ideas/thoughts which they would like the Worship Group to consider for future services then please speak to Enid, Clare or Richard, or any member of the Worship Group.
Our Morning Praise service in May will be led by Philip Davies. If any members of the congregation have any ideas/thoughts which they would like the Worship Group to consider for future services then please speak to Enid, Clare or Richard, or any member of the Worship Group.
An Opportunity to Contribute Towards Church Life
Why not become a member of the Sidesperson's team, or the Offertory Team. No experience or special knowledge required. Training and support is always available’
Any queries or questions go to members of the Team, Wardens, or George Sainsbury.
Guaranteed a welcome!
Why not become a member of the Sidesperson's team, or the Offertory Team. No experience or special knowledge required. Training and support is always available’
Any queries or questions go to members of the Team, Wardens, or George Sainsbury.
Guaranteed a welcome!
Adderbury Churches Outreach Group Charity 2019/20
Representatives of the Outreach Group all live in Adderbury or Milton and are from the two churches in Adderbury, the Quaker Meeting House or other Christian denominations. The charity chosen by the group to support this year is Christians Against Poverty (CAP).
CAP is a home-grown debt counselling charity which is determined to reduce poverty caused by debt. It partners its financial expertise with the care of the local church (in our area The Peoples Church Banbury) to offer free debt help. CAP’s level of service is unique with clients receiving up to 60 hours of support; all clients receiving face-to-face home visits as well as an optional befriending service from members of the church - in an effort to tackle the common problem of isolation due to poverty.
The first of many fund raising events this year, organised by the Outreach Group, are the Lent Lunches. Please come along and enjoy a tasty bowl of homemade soup in friendly company and support this worthwhile charity.
We shall also have a box to receive groceries for the Food Bank that is part of the charities support service. Any fresh fruit and vegetables are particularly welcome and much appreciated; any of you keen gardeners with an abundance of fresh produce please note.
Representatives of the Outreach Group all live in Adderbury or Milton and are from the two churches in Adderbury, the Quaker Meeting House or other Christian denominations. The charity chosen by the group to support this year is Christians Against Poverty (CAP).
CAP is a home-grown debt counselling charity which is determined to reduce poverty caused by debt. It partners its financial expertise with the care of the local church (in our area The Peoples Church Banbury) to offer free debt help. CAP’s level of service is unique with clients receiving up to 60 hours of support; all clients receiving face-to-face home visits as well as an optional befriending service from members of the church - in an effort to tackle the common problem of isolation due to poverty.
The first of many fund raising events this year, organised by the Outreach Group, are the Lent Lunches. Please come along and enjoy a tasty bowl of homemade soup in friendly company and support this worthwhile charity.
We shall also have a box to receive groceries for the Food Bank that is part of the charities support service. Any fresh fruit and vegetables are particularly welcome and much appreciated; any of you keen gardeners with an abundance of fresh produce please note.
Children's Society Coffee Morning
Saturday 11th May 10 - 12 noon at Church House
Cakes - Raffle - Crafts - Plants
Please come and support us.
Saturday 11th May 10 - 12 noon at Church House
Cakes - Raffle - Crafts - Plants
Please come and support us.
Lent Events
Thanks to everyone who organised and attended the Monday Lent Lunches in aid of CAP. Thanks also to everyone who attended the Lent Groups in Adderbury and Milton and to those who organised these really interesting and varied sessions.
Thanks to everyone who organised and attended the Monday Lent Lunches in aid of CAP. Thanks also to everyone who attended the Lent Groups in Adderbury and Milton and to those who organised these really interesting and varied sessions.
