THE HAVEN BENEFICE
of
Seaview, St Helens, Brading & Yaverland
PEW NEWS
SUNDAY 31st January 2021
www.havenchurches.org.uk
thehavenecochurch.com
Contacts
Rev Ali Morley
01983 565975 / 07500 007437
revamorley(at)gmail(dot)com
Associate Priest
Rev Barry Downer
01983 867150
barry.downer(at)hotmail(dot)com
Lay Reader and Local Minister, Seaview
Sylvia Beardsmore
01983 612600
sdbeardsmore(at)gmail(dot)com
Benefice Administrator
Sue Whitewick
01983 568761
sthelepete(at)gmail(dot)com
As explained in a message from Ali, none of the planned services in our Benefice are currently taking place, a situation that will now continue until at least the end of February.
Readings for Sunday 31st January 2021
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple (Candlemas)
Malachi 3.1-5
Psalm 24
Hebrews 2.14-end
Luke 2.22-40
Readings for Sunday 7th February 2021
The Second Sunday before Lent
Proverbs 8.1,22-31
Psalm 104.26-end
Colossians 1.15-20
John 1.1-14
INTERCESSIONS
Worldwide Anglican Church: Pray for Archbishop Justin Welby and for The Anglican Episcopal Church of Brazil
This Diocese: Pray for Bishop Christopher; Archdeacon Peter; Area Dean Amanda; our benefice Vicars Alison & Barry; the parishes of Totland Bay & Thorley
World: We pray for everyone in the world suffering, in whatever way, from the pandemic
Island: For all business owners and staff under threat, and for the many now seeking employment
Sick: David
Recently Died: Rosemary Smart
We pray for all who suffer as a result of natural disasters, acts of terrorism, violence or armed conflict; for our armed forces and their families, and all who work in the emergency services.
Mothers' Union Prayer
Today as you come to worship, open your heart to let the light of Jesus shine into the darkest corners of your world, chasing away the gloom of despair and filling you with hope and peace.
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St Helen's Appeal
We have launched an urgent appeal in respect of some unexpected work that has come to light during the installation of a kitchen and toilet in St Helen’s Church.
NB St Helen’s church remains closed for the duration of the refurbishment programme.
