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DECEMBER: Articles for thisissue to be submitted by

SUNDAY 11th November

Publication: 25th November

Please e-mail your articles to

parishmagstjohns@gmail.com orput them in the editors pigeon holein the south porch at church.

OVER the past few months, I have been

trying to get a job. This means that Ihave read quite a lot of job adverts.These consist of two main parts: the jobdescription and the person specification.

Now, by reading the job description, Ican find out what the job involves and,more crucially, if it is something that Icould do. I havent applied to any jobs as

an engineer because, by reading the jobdescriptions, I know that I dont reallyunderstand what the job involves.However, I have read some jobdescriptions where I have thought Icould do that! but I haven't applied tothem. Why? The person specification.

The person specification consists of the

skills, qualifications and attributes theemployers are looking for in theirpotential employee. So if a degree incomputer science is essential and I havea degree in the arts subject, then Improbably not the right person for the job.The personal qualities section canprompt rigorous self-examinationam Ireally a good communicator or

enthusiastic and dependable? Whatdoes excellent organisational skillsactually mean?

Filling out a job application can promptfeelings of prideyes, this is somethingI can do! Or alternatively, self-doubtisit worth the effort of filling out theapplication when I dont have previousoffice experience and thus am likely tobe discarded at the first hurdle?

VICAR: The Rev. Stephen Bowen

(on sick leave)

ASSOCIATE MINISTER:Michael Peach

5 Burns Way, East Grinstead,

West Sussex RH19 1SATel: 01342 312406

michaelstevenpeach@gmail.com

Michaels day off: Friday

FROM THE EDITOR

Cover photo:

Autumn at Wakehurst Place

by Brenda Wilkinson

However, its encouraging to

remember that we have a Lord whohasnt issued a complicated personspecification for his followers. Jesusasks only that we recognise that we arespiritually sick and need his help. Myidentity doesnt rest in whatever job Iend up gettingwhether its a dream

job or something to pay the bills, myidentity lies in Jesus Christ, my

Saviour and Redeemer.Sarah Francis

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Mondays Connections on 5th November from 2 - 4pm in the Church Hall

Tuesdays WI Meeting on 6th November at 1.30pm in the Village Hall

Wednesdays Watercolour on Wednesdays at 2pm in the Church Hall

1st Felbridge (St Johns) Brownies at 5.15pm in the Church Hall

Keep-fit at 7.30pm in Chruch Hall

Monthly Prayer meeting on 21st November at 8pm in Church

Thursdays WIGS at the Old Pheasantry, Woodcock Hill at 10.30am

Fridays 1st Felbridge (St Johns) Rainbows at 5.45pm in the Church Hall

1st Felbridge (St Johns) Guides at 7pm in the Church Hall

Saturdays Prayer Breakfast on 3rd November, 8 - 9am in the Church Hall

THROUGH THE WEEK

LOVE IN A BOX SHOEBOX SERVICELOVE IN A BOX SHOEBOX SERVICELOVE IN A BOX SHOEBOX SERVICELOVE IN A BOX SHOEBOX SERVICEOn the 4th November at the 10am Family Service, we will be

collecting shoeboxes to send with the Mustard Seed ReliefMission charity to provide Christmas presents for

under-privileged children in Eastern Europe.

If youd like to make a shoebox to bring to the service, leaflets

with instructions are available from the back of church or fromthe Love in a Box website: www.msrm.org.uk

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Sunday Services in November

4th Nov 10am Family Service & Baptism with Michael Peach6pm Holy Communion with Don Ely

11th Nov 8am Holy Communion with Alan Mathers

10.50am Remembrance Sunday with Jack Baker

6pm Evening Prayer with Michael Peach

18th Nov 10am Holy Communion with Andy Brown

6pm Raise the Roof with Michael Peach

25th Nov 8am Morning Prayer with Jack Baker

10am Morning Prayer with Michael Peach

6pm Evening Prayer with Bill Gallagher

Church Army Weekend

Saturday 24th November

10am-12 noon Coffee Morning and Sale TableProceeds to the Marylebone Project

Sunday 25th November4pm-5.30pm Tea and Cakes

Prayer6pm Evening Service

Preacher: Bill GallagherGeneral Manager of the Marylebone Project

WHATS HAPPENING

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Sundays in November @ St Johns

We have a special Family service with a baptism

on 4th

November at 10am, followed by our annualRemembrance Dayservice at 10:50am on 11th.

On the afternoon of 18th November we have ourinteractive Raise the Roof service, where you cancome along early and get involved!

On 25th November at 6pm we have a visitor from Church Army.

Why not join us?

10am Service: 18th & 25th November

The rise and fall of Solomon (1 Kings 1-11)

In our morning services in November we shallcontinue to look at the life of one of the mostfamous of all the Old Testament kings

King Solomon. Well see how Solomon buildsthe Temple, a place that shows that Goddwells with his people, and how this pointsforward to God dwelling with his peoplethrough the coming of the Lord Jesus, andthrough the indwelling of his Holy Spirit.

6pm Service: 4

th

& 11

th

NovemberJesus: Greater than the rest!

In our evening services we shall continue to explore the great book ofHebrews. Through November well see how Jesus is greater than allthe Old Testament priests, and hear how it is very important that westick with him.

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Felbridge W.I.

OUR ANNUAL MEETING was kindly led by our Border Group Convenor, Mrs.Sylvia Bolton, as both our President and Vice President were unable to be there.We now have a committee of twelve very enthusiastic members and a new Presidentso we are looking forward to a very interesting and lively new year of activities.Our social time was busy with members trying to answer the quizzes which causedmuch merriment and brain searching.

We celebrate our Birthday meeting in November when we invite members of other

W.I.s to our special tea and look forward to hearing Mr. Thomas talking about themysteries of Crop Circles.

We will be having a craft stall at the Felbridge Village Craft Show on the 27thOctober where our ladies work will be on sale.

Daphne Ayerst

Felbridge and District Horticultual Society

The next meeting is on Thursday 15th November. It is the Annual General Meetingand will be followed by Cheese and Wine.

PLEASE HELP!There must be some of you reading this who could find1-2 hours once in two months to help clean our church.Many of our dedicated team have been serving in this rolefor years and our numbers are dropping. Cleaning is not apopular task, but it is one small way we can honour God.Do join us. To find out more please speak to CaroleGrainger or phone 01342 325482.

If you prefer using a mouse to a mop or a keyboard to avacuum cleaner then the church laptop projection teamwould be glad to hear from you. Further information from

any laptop operator or contact John Grainger:john@malcolmgee.plus.com

VILLAGE ISSUES

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"No shade, no shine, no butterflies, no bees,

No fruits, no flowers, no leaves, no birds,

November."

THOMAS HOODS dismaljudgement is harsh on the observer,

who can now marvel at the shapes oftrees revealed by the new layer of corkbetween leaf and branch that causesThe Fall, and at the plethora of fungiunderfoot. I have a Shaggy Ink Cap.Do you?

The literally overlooked groundsel still

produces tiny yellow flowerheadswhere fields or gardens are cultivatedand michaelmas daisies have fed latedeveloping red admirables - theiroriginal name. On the buddleia behindThe Star, there were more commasthan in a solicitor's letter.

We may feel the need to go outdoors tofind our wildlife but some of it comesindoors to find us. This month we haveunwillingly entertained severalhundred white shouldered housemothsbent on attacking the fabric of oursociety.

We have also found the usual cobwebmanifestations of three species ofhouse spiders (one in each room

emerging to hunt at different times)and the dramatic scorpion-like devil'scoach horse beetle. The last was underthe back door mat and promptly sentout to kill a slug or three.

Thirteen cormorants, inland for theWinter, sit like black-cloaked witcheson dead trees at Weir Wood and thelocal Canada geese bugle-call inchevron skeins as they cross the settingsun to roost on Hedgecourt Lake.Each goose saves energy by riding theupdraught from the wings of the one infront.

Now is the time to remember Eliza'splea to "Feed the Birds". Garden birdfeeders really make a difference if keptclean and replenished. By now thoseScandinavian thrushes, the redwingsand fieldfares, should be with us. Inour garden that forecaster of rain, agreen woodpecker, has been diggingworms out of the lawn. It has had agood year.

I am much indebted to a reader whoreminded me of John Rutter's, "For thebeauty of the Earth". May we all,through our words, aspire to inspire.

November may not be so bad!Peter Bateman

A Devils Coach Horse Rides Again

FELBRIDGE WILDLIFE

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THERE AREjoys at this time of

year as autumn brings beautifultrees in reds and golds, conkersand, yes, the downside colds. Ihad a real sniffler last week andfought it with a myriad of medicinesand herbal teas. Thinking abouthow many potions I had consumed,I wondered what did people usebefore Lemsip? I turned to a 1920

cookery book which has a sectionon household remedies andthought you might be interested inthe following:

A cure for coldsTake a goodteaspoonful of mustardand mix to a smooth

paste with olive oil.Take a piece offlannel, cover it withthe paste, lay anotherpiece of flannel on the top of it andwear it over the chest till the cold isquite away.

Or a good recipe for colds3 large Portugal Onions Sugar candyAdd one breakfast cup of water andsimmer for 3 hours when cooladd a tablespoon of vinegar.(the recipe does not say anythingabout amounts to be taken)

While on the subject of onions Raw onions are specially good forbreaking up a heavy cold ; they arealso stimulating to fatiguedpersons. A solid red onion eaten at

bedtime will by next morning break

the severest cold.

To relieve a tickling coughMix thoroughly some honey andvinegar and take in small quantitieswhile the cough is still troublesome.

For those of you good gardenerswho are so busy this time of year

try the following:

To cure chapped handsTake equal amounts ofglycerine and pure sweetoil and shake well beforeusing, though hands needto be washed andthoroughly dried before

applying. Alternatively apiece of mutton suet,melted in the oven will bevery good for the hands.

Finally for those of you needing apick-me-up for your hair:

To promote growth of hairEqual quantities of olive oil andspirit of rosemary and a few dropsof oil of nutmeg. Mix theingredients together, rub the rootsof hair every night with a little of thisliniment and the growth of it willvery soon sensibly increase.

I am not sure where you might getsome of the ingredients perhapsFelbridge Pharmacy might help!

Christine Ely

SOME OLD FASHIONED REMEDIES

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TELL ME?

Isnt Christianity just a crutch for the weak?

IT IS TRUE that Christianity is for thespiritually weak. However, the Biblemakes clear that all of us are weak, andeveryone of us needs much more thansimply a crutch or a helping hand.

In Marks Gospel account of Jesuslife, he records Jesus spending timeand eating with those whom thereligious people called sinners. Thereligious people thought that Jesusshould not spend his time with suchpeople, but this is Jesus response:

It is not the healthy who need a

doctor, but the sick. I have not come to

call the righteous, but sinners.

Mark 2:17 NIV

Jesus has come to bring life andspiritual health to those who arespiritually sick. However, there ismore to say! For the Bible makes clearthat everyone is spiritually sick, and soeveryone needs Doctor Jesus. This ishow one of New Testament writersputs it, quoting from earlier parts of the

Bible:There is no one righteous, not even

one;there is no one who understands,

no one who seeks God. All have turned

away, they have together become

worthless; there is no one who does

good, not even one.

Romans 3:10-12 NIV

The Bibles verdict is that no one isspiritually good and healthy. Insteadwe have all turned away from God:

whether quietly ignoring him, oractively opposing him. Theconsequence of this sickness is veryserious separation from God now,and in eternity. We are all spirituallysick, it is simply that some of usrecognise it, and others pretend it isnttrue.

Throughout the Gospel accounts, thereligious people frequently reject Jesusfor they believed that they were okaywith God: that they were healthy andso did not need Jesus help. The Biblemakes clear they were wrong.

When people say that Christianity is acrutch for the weak, they are implicitlysaying that they are strong and so dontneed it. However, the Bibles verdictis that however successful we are,however rich or happy, however strongwe may look, inwardly we arespiritually sick and dying.

Churches are made up of people ofevery age and background what

unites them is simply that they haveseen that they are spiritually sick, thatthey need help, and that they have puttheir lives in Jesus hands.

Jesus came for the spiritually weak.All of us are spiritually weak.Christians are just those who haverecognised this reality, and are seeking

to live in line with it! What about you?

Michael Peach

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Over the past couple of months,

Malcolm Francis, Andy Brown andvisiting computer whiz Andrew Francishave been hard at work updating thechurch website. The aim has been tomake it more user-friendlyboth forbrowsers and editors, and to act asanother way of practising the missionof St Johns: to win and build followersof Jesus Christ.

Where can I find?

This weeks notice sheetIt is the first option under the WhatsOn tab. You can download a pdf fileof the weeks notice sheet or read thenotices online.

If you want to check something in aprior months magazine, then these canbe found as the last item under theResources tab.

Last weeks sermonThe audio team endeavour to record asmany of the sermons as possible. Thesermons are then edited and uploadedto an archive online. This is the firstoption on the Resources tab. You cansearch for a specific theme or speaker,or download the most recent podcast.If you have an iTunes account, you cansubscribe for free to receive the StJohns podcasts, which downloadautomatically when you log ontoiTunes. If youre still more comfortablewith CDs than podcasts, then there isalso an archive of past sermons on CDskept at the back of church, which you

are welcome to borrow. Unfortunately,

vinyl recordings are not available!

Whats on this month

The services for the next two Sundaysare displayed on the right hand side ofthe homepage. Beneath them, theremay also be notices about UpcomingEvents.

The churchs calendar can be foundunder the Whats On tab. If yourenot sure when youre doing a readingor assisting at Holy Communion, thenthe monthly service rota is found underthe Members tab, along with theYouth Rota and Weekly Hymns.

Investigating Christianity?If youd like to learn more about whatis a Christian? or why is churchrelevant? then how about clicking onthe new Explore More tab. Here youcan find plenty of articles and links tomore resources to help you tounderstand who Jesus is and why He isimportant.

Looking for the Usual Suspects?If you wish to contact a member of theSt Johns leadership, then there is acontact list under the Whos Who tabor you can submit an enquiry via thewebsite through a form under theContact Us form. The website teamwould love to receive your feedbackabout how to make the site even betterso please contact Malcolm if you haveany comments or would like to help!

www.stjohnsfelbridge.com

THE CHURCH WEBSITE

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Connections, our series of events for Seniors will be back in thehall this month for tea, coffee and cake, a short informal talk fromthe Bible about things that matter, and lots of different activitiesand games. A great opportunity to meet old friends and make newones all welcome! Our next meeting will be on

Monday, 5th November 2 - 4pm

in St Johns Church HallFor more information contact Don Ely or Michael Peach.

and uniqueness, look no further. Created has been selectingbeautiful, high-quality gifts for over 35 years for you to give to friends.

By buying Created goods, you can help bring transformation andfresh hope to people living in poverty. You can provide the dignity ofemployment with fair wages to skilled craftspeople living in poor

communities around the world.In January, Gordon and I met a lady called Mohanna, who has beentrained in sewing and patchwork by Created supplier CMCT inChennai. She said that the love and prayers of her fellow workershave helped her grow in confidence and faith. The work she doeshelps to provide for the family and gives her confidence for the future.

Please pick up a Created catalogue from the back of church and

encourage your friends, work colleagues and family to buy. Orderscan be placed on the website: www.created.org.uk or via Brenda andGordon Wilkinson on 01342 311516 or brenda7406@gmail.com

Handcrafted qualityEthical valuesThoughtful gifts

If you are looking for gifts thatexpress care, thoughtfulness

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THE POVERTY INDEX has risenconsiderably: there are many morechildren eligible for free meals,and the number of householdswhere parents are out of work or onbenefits continues to rise. We arestill seeing more low birth weightsand underweight children locally,despite general concerns over

obesity in the UK.

Sadly, while there has been a risein population, Welcare has seen afall in funding. However, this hasn'tstopped them from achieving a lot.In the past year there were:

2,454 visits to their Toy

Libraries 292 to courses and

workshops

100 high need families hadone-to-one support

50 families came to groupsat Welcare House eachweek, with 34 going toPlaytime.

70 families took part insummer outings or picnics.

These were all possible because ofthe many volunteers who put in5,829 hours over the past year.

So if you can make a donation, givefood, clothes or other basicsupplies, then this will help thegrowing number of families whoneed Welcare and it would beappreciated by many.

There is to be a Social Meeting withMulled Wine and Mince Pies at

Welcare House in Redhill on 23rdNovember to meet the staff. If youare interested in attending, thenplease speak to me.

I must say THANK YOU for yourcontinued support.

Rona Bingham

MISSION MATTERS

Welcare

Toy ServiceToy ServiceToy ServiceToy Service2nd December, 10am2nd December, 10am2nd December, 10am2nd December, 10am

Like me, you have probably noticed that the shops already had Christmas goods in stockbefore the middle of September, far too early! In the past you have responded wonderfully to

my requests for Welcare, so I hope that you are happy for me to bring your attention to thisyears TOY SERVICE, in aid of Welcare, at the 10am Family Service on 2nd December.

Rona Bingham

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1st

Felbridge ( St Johns )

EMERGENCY FOOD FOR LOCAL PEOPLE IN CRISIS

East Grinstead Foodbank is looking for volunteers to help withcollecting or distributing food to local people .

It is part of the Trussell Trusts UK-wide foodbank network whichhelps local churches and communities to provide emergency foodand support to local people.

The foodbank will be held in Trinity Methodist church on threemornings a week commencing 10th December.

If you can spare two hours to help then telephone 07983 209940 or

send an email to info@eastgrinstead.foodbank.org.uk or speak toDaphne Ayerst.

Being a Rainbow, Brownie, or Guide is

lots of fun with exciting things to do and try and a great way of

making friends and learning new skills in a girl only space.

1st Felbridge (St Johns) Rainbows, Brownies and Guides meet

weekly in the church hall

Rainbows 5- 7 years old , Brownies 7 -10 years old,

Guides 10 14 years old

We are also looking for women aged 18-65 who want to have fun, be

part of a team as well try new activities and learn new skills whilst

helping the girls to do the same.

Being a leader can be a rewarding experience all round, every woman

brings different invaluable skills and that is what makes Guiding Great!!

To find out more please contact Ann or Louise Tucker

on 317283 or by e.mail felbridge_rbg@hotmail.co.uk

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Caring for 250,000 children caught up in the conflict

workers to work directly withvulnerable children, create safe areasfor children and their families and helpget refugee children into school.

In addition, Britain will help morefamilies inside Syria who have beenforced to leave their homes because ofthe fightingthere will be emergency

food aid for 80,000 people a month,shelter for 9,000 families and medicalcare for over 50,000 people.

International Development SecretaryJustine Greening said: Britain hasplayed a leading role amongst the 33countries directly supporting the peopleof Syria. Children are particularlyvulnerable in a conflict, but too oftentheir needs are forgotten. As well asproviding immediate help with cleanwater, food and medical aid, this newsupport will enable them to come toterms with seeing things no childshould have to experience.

You cant help being touched by thestories of children in refugee camps

such as the one from Harriet Sherwoodreporting from Zaatari in TheGuardian on 25th September. If youwant to help, 15 can provide blanketsfor refugee children to protect themfrom the cold nights and 40 canprovide nutritious food for twochildren for a month. Donate atwww.savethechildren.org.uk.

Gordon Wilkinson

CURRENT ISSUES: SYRIA

EARLY in October we set off to southwest Turkey at some distance from theborder with Syria where tensions arerunning high because of cross-borderartillery and rifle fire. Being so close tothe military action made us think aboutthe impact of war on Syrian families,particularly the children. Escalation inthe conflict worsens the situation for

Syrias people of which 18,000, mostlycivilians, have died since the uprisingagainst the regime of President Basharal-Assad began 18 months ago.

On 27th September, the United Nationsand its humanitarian partners issued anappeal for nearly $488 million to assistthe rapidly increasing numbers ofSyrian refugees in Jordan, Lebanon,

Iraq and Turkey. An earlier appeal tothe international community in Marchhad estimated 100,000 Syrian refugeesby the end of 2012that figure maynow reach 700,000 by year-end.

Whatever your views on the currentgovernment, it was great to hear thatPrime Minister David Cameron told

the UN General Assembly that Britainwould provide urgent support to help250,000 Syrian child refugees caughtup in the conflict.

The UK Governments support willhelp UNICEF reach these children withhumanitarian assistance, includingclean water, sanitation and education.The funding will also provide trauma

support for 28,000 children. The UKwill also help train 125 frontline

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BUILDING A BUG HOTEL

ON THE 30TH SEPTEMBER, 8 adults and 9 children from St Johns nature

action group (GNATS) joined together under the instruction of LindseySaunders to build a bug hotel for the churchyard.

What is a Bug Hotel?

In the autumn, ladybirds and other mini-beasts try to find somewhere toshelter. Bug hotels, made of plastic water bottles, bricks, logs, twigs, hollowstemmed plant stems and other bits and pieces, provide lots of nooks andcrannies for the bugs to hide in and shelter from the incoming winter

weather.

Why build a Bug Hotel?

Bugs play an important part in the ecosystem of the churchyard. They help tobreak down colourful autumn leaves into compost and they also act as foodfor birds and other larger animals.

Building a shelter for these tiniest of

creatures also helped to teach thechildren (and the adults) that crawliesare not creepy! Instead they are anintegral part of Gods creation and showus that Gods power and concern isbeyond our imaginingfor example, atthe last count, there were thought to be40 000 different species of spider and174 250 species of moths and butterflies(Lepidoptera).

The next meeting of GNATS will be onthe 4th November at 2.30pm. JanePoole will be leading a Rock Discoverywalk at Deers Leap Park.

Lindsey Saunders &Sarah Francis

An example of a bug hotel from theEco-Congregation Autumn 2012 Newsletter

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MANY OF YOU will know that, in

addition to the more 'general'Prayer Diary on the back of theweekly noticesheet, there is also aPrayer Chain for more urgent,specific requests for prayer which iscirculated by email or phone tothose on the Chain.

Often we don't hear about the

answers to our prayers, and haveto trust that God answers them inthe way that He knows is best.But sometimes we getfeedback to say howmuch people haveappreciated ourprayers, and howmuch they have

helped during difficulttimes.

Recently I havereceived two suchletters and, withpermission, includethem here for yourencouragement topersevere in ourprayers for those ask for prayer intough circumstances.

Stevie Roberts, who lives atWhittington College, recently hadan operation for a severely infectedgall-bladder. She writes: I cannotexpress how humbled and gratifiedI have been to receive suchgorgeous flowers and cards. It issuch an enormous help in

recovering to see such beautiful

flowers in all their glory and colour.I also want to thank you all so muchfor your prayers. To me, prayer isone of the best ways to help peopleget better and I have been amazedhow quickly I have beenrecovering. I'd like you all to knowhow very special all this attentionmakes me feel, and I really

appreciate your help. Again, mygrateful thanks to you all, and mayGod bless you.

The other letter is fromRobert Dean, who lives inHolland. He and his wifeRia are friends of JennyYoung, and don't usually

go to church, but Jennyhad asked if he would likeus to pray for him as he isseriously ill withleukaemia.

By means of this letter Iwould like to express mygratitude for all yourefforts and prayers on my

behalf. At the moment my bloodcell count is low but stable. I don'tknow if this happy situation is aresult of your prayers for me, or myown metabolism, and to beabsolutely honest I don't really wantto know...

In short, what I am saying is that Idon't know for sure if it's yourprayers that are getting me through

PRAYER CHANGES THINGS...

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Raise the Roofis a fun, action-packed service, where Jesus

message is presented through music, dance and drama.The next service is on:

Sunday 18th November

Rehearsal 4.15pm Scrummy Tea 5.30pm

Service 6-6.40pm

If youd like to join, you can play an instrument, act, dance or

sing- young or old, beginner or pro - all are welcome!

Call Michael Peach for further information.

this tough time, but at night when Isay my prayers, it is verycomforting to know that there is ateam out there backing me up! Inclosing, I would once again like to

thank each and every one of youfor the time which you makeavailable for me in your own busylives. Thank you and God blessyou all.

Thank you again to all those whoreceive the Prayer Chain and whopray regularly and faithfully for the

people and situations mentioned. Ifany of you would appreciate prayerfor a specific matter, or would even

like to become a regular member ofthe Prayer Chain, please do speakto me about it. It is such a valuableway for us to support andencourage one another.

The Bible reminds us: ' Do not beanxious about anything, but ineverything, by prayer and petition,with thanksgiving, present yourrequests to God. And the peace ofGod, which transcends allunderstanding, will guard yourhearts and your minds in Christ

Jesus.' Philippians 4:6-7

Anne Butler

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A big thank you to the St Johns Social Team for organizing lastmonths Harvest Supper, the stall at the Felbridge Arts, Crafts andFood Festival and the lunch for Stephens Farewell Service.

Thank you also (in advance!) to Chris Saunders, Richard Poole andhelpers for organising the food for Stephens Farewell Service.

Thank you to everyone who helped to arrange the flowers thatbeautifully adorned the church on Harvest weekend and for everyonewho delivered the arrangements around the parish.

Felbridge Village Store opening times:

Mondays-Saturdays8am to 7:30pm

Sundays8am to 4pm.

Lunch Club for the retired

The Lunch Club meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month inthe Village Hall from 12 - 1.30pm.

The 2-course meal costs 3.00 and changes every month.All retirees welcome.

For more details please contact Mary Taplin on 01342 325548

News and Thanks

CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

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PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Wasps, flies, fleas. All types of rodents and vermin 01342 321373

When you contact any of our advertisers, don't forget to mention that you sawtheir advert in Parish News. For advertising enquiries, contact

Gordon Wilkinson on 01342 311516 or John Dabell on 01342 317745.

KOINONIA COUNSELLING

Marriage problems, bereavement, depression, eating disorders etc

Jackie Lake 01342 718948

TV SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATIONS

Panasonic Specialists. Plasma, LCD, Multiroom Systems, Aerial & Satellite.

Scott Brothers, 178 London Road, East Grinstead. 01342 321117

For Fairtrade gifts and jewellery that help lift people out ofpoverty, call Brenda Wilkinson on 01342 311516 for acatalogue and to place your order, or log on towww.createdgifts.org.

GARAGE & CAR REPAIRS, MOTs & COACHES

Woodcock Hill Service Station, London Road, Felbridge01342 325544

01342 326213

BUTCHERARTHUR FRY, Lingfield Road, East Grinstead 01342 323225

CHIMNEY SWEEP

MILBORROW CHIMNEY SWEEPS, The Flueologists

All Flues and Appliances Swept and Serviced. Pots, Cowls,

Caps, Birdguards, Fireplace Repairs, Stacks Repointed 01342 717900

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

R MEDHURST, Vine House, Hartfield

Caring family firm; home visits; 24 hour service.

Memorials arranged: Golden Charter pre-paid Funeral Plans

01892 770253

01342 315880

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USEFUL CONTACTS

Churchwardens: Phil Tadman 01342 322825e-mail:philandrosemaryt@sky.com

Andy Brown 01342 314267e-mail: brownemail@btinternet.com

Treasurer: Chris Saunders 01342 325662e-mail: treasurerstjohns@gmail.com

PCC Secretary: Sheila Drury 01342 323865e-mail: sheila.drury1@hotmail.co.uk

Magazine Editor: Sarah Francis 01342 714575

e-mail:parishmagstjohns@gmail.comCleaning Rota: Carole Grainger 01342 325482

Ministry of Flowers: Ann Morley 01342 714645e-mail: annmorley@aol.com

Church Hall Bookings: Sally Hobbs 01342 410929e-mail: hobbsfamilysja@gmail.com

Village Hall Bookings: Lynda Railton 01342 322205

CHILDREN/YOUNG PEOPLE ACTIVITIES

Stars (3-6 yrs): Sally Hobbs 01342 410929e-mail: hobbsfamilysja@gmail.com

Comets (Year 2-4): Diane Francis 01342 714575e-mail: diane.francis21@gmail.com

Meteors (Year 5-6): Diane Francis 01342 714575e-mail: diane.francis21@gmail.com

The Rock (Year 7-9): Michael Peach 01342 312406e-mail: michaelstevenpeach@gmail.com

Parish Safeguarding Officer Chris Ely 01342 311614e-mail: christineely2@msn.com

Rainbows, Brownies & Guides Ann Tucker 01342 317283e-mail: ann_tucker@btinternet.com

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