church news summer 11

Summer 2011Tasburgh and Tharston

Church NewsletterFreedom!

At the moment in the Tas Valley group of churches, we are consideringfreedom. The sort of freedom that is true and lasting and moreamazing than we could ever ask or imagine. I’ve known people inprison experience this freedom. And I’ve known plenty outside ofprison who miss it.It is about being fully alive, being fully human, being accepted, secure,significant, experiencing the richness of life that we were actuallydesigned for. It is about genuine victory over sin. It is about escapingnegative ways of thinking and behaving. It is about winning the realbattles of life. It is about resolving issues from the past that have sohindered us. It is about knowing the truth, not just in theory, but reallyconnecting with and experiencing the truth of who we are made to be.

Where can we find this freedom? I guess you know the answer I wouldgive. Only in one place, in one person, Jesus, the son of the living God.But I don’t just think that because I’m a vicar, and it’s what I’m paid tothink! I know this is true for two reasons. First, it makes sense.Intellectually, I am compelled by the sheer weight of evidence to adoptthis biblical Christian view. Secondly, it works. I have seen so manypeople discover freedom in Christ, I am forever delivered of doubtingthat God can and does give freedom and fullness of life to anyone whocomes to Him with open hands and an open heart. I’ve seennightmares stop, demons dismissed, addictions broken, phobiasvanish, joy come home and whole new surprising vistas of life open upto people. I’ve seen it again and again in others, and I’ve known Goddo it for me.

This is something not to be missed. Why not come along on Sundaysor join in with one of our small groups, and find out more? Or checkout our new website for more info: www.tasvalley.org Adrian

Tasburgh and Tharston Church Newsletter - Summer 2011

5th June 11am Holy Communion12th June 11am Village Praise19th June 11am Holy Communion3rd July 11am Village Praise & Pet Service17th July 8am Holy Communion24th July 11am Holy Communion7th August 11am Holy Communion14th August 11am Village Praise (TBC)21st August 8am Holy Communion

Tharston Church NewsTharston Church Wardens

Mrs Pat Read 530325, Mrs Sue Hubbard 530072We had a reasonable response to the appeal for help to keep thechurch building open for visitors all week long, and this is now inoperation, so we’re delighted to be able to offer this ancientprecious space to wanderers for prayer, quiet reflection and so on.There is still room for for more helpers, however, so if you wouldvalue this and feel able to go on a rota, please get in touch withBarbara Cattermole (PCC secretary - 530739).On that subject, we are looking forward to Open Churches Week,6th–14th August, when the church will be open 10:30am–4pm, withan impressive photographic exhibition of British wildlife taken bylocal enthusiasts – do come along!

Tharston Church Services

New Church & Community WebsiteWe have recently launched our new website at the usual address:www.tasvalley.org. New features are being added, and we wouldlike to offer space on the site to community groups for free. The sitewill include some useful communication tools. Contact Adrian formore.


Tasburgh Church Services5th June 9.30am Matins (Children’s Church & ‘Sat Nav’)12th June 9.30am Communion (Children’s Church)19th June 9.30am All Age, with shared breakfast26th June 9.30am Communion (Children’s Church & ‘Sat Nav’)3rd July 9.30am Matins (Children’s Church & ‘Sat Nav’)10th July 9.30am Communion (Children’s Church)17th July 9.30am All Age, with shared breakfast24th July 9.30am Communion (Children’s Church & ‘Sat Nav’)31st July 9:30am Communion (Children’s Church)7th August 9.30am Songs of Praise14th August 9.30am Communion21st August 9.30am All Age, with shared breakfast28th August 9.30am Communion

We also meet every Tuesday, 9:30am in Church for simple prayers.All welcome.

Tasburgh Church NewsTasburgh Church Wardens

Vivienne Taylor 471790, Julia Orpin 470983The Passover Meal at the Village Hall attracted 82 banqueters, andwe were enthralled by the ancient Jewish feast and its Christianfulfilments. We’re looking forward to a slightly less formal eatingopportunity in August, with cream teas at the church on Sundayafternoon, 14th August. Do come along.

We’re thrilled to find ourselves inundated with weddings at churchthis year, 8 at the last count – so listen out for the joyful sound ofwedding bells through the next few months.

A new path has been laid at the front of church, which has tidiedthings up and improved access. We continue to work at serving ourcommunity and are grateful for all the many volunteers who helpmake that possible.


Dates For Your Diary

JunePrayer Tent – 1st–8th June, 24 – 7 – book your slot to pray online atwww.tasvalley.org – a great opportunity to come away and pray.

“Give and Take” Sat 4th June, 10am–12noon, Newton FlotmanChurch Room – recycle unwanted household and garden items, toys,clothes, books etc. Cakes, teas, coffees served throughout.

Tasburgh PCC – Tue 7th June, 7:30pm, Church Room

Newton Flotman Fete – Sunday 19th June, 10am–4pm, VillageCentre

JulyTharston Fete – Sat 2nd July, 2pm–4pm, Picton Farm

Tharston PCC – Tue 12th July, Tharston Church

Freedom in Christ Away Day – Sat 16th July, 10am–4pm, FishergateHouse of Prayer, Norwich – booking required with Adrian – 498317

Children’s Holiday Club – Tue 26th–Fri 29th July, 10am–12noondaily, open for 5-11-yr-olds – booking form available from church,school or online, once venue confirmed

AugustAfternoon Cream Teas – Sun 14th August, Tasburgh Church

Looking Ahead...Cream Teas & Jazz – Sun 11th Sept, 3-5pm, Saxlingham Rectory

Tasburgh Fete – Sat 17th Sept, 10am–4pm, Village Hall

Church Retreat Day – Sat 15th Oct, Ely. Book with Chris – 470768


St. Mary's Guild – Tasburgh

We meet on the first Monday of each month in the Church Room at2.30pm. Please come and join us, everyone is welcome.

Coming up....

5th Sept Mrs B Burton – Mr Paul Hickley A Talk on Lighthouses3rd Oct Mrs J Orpin – Julie Lawrence Medicine from Plants7th Nov Mrs A Gibbins – Mr Laurence Satchwell Old Toys – 1950

The Guild Coffee Morning will be held on Saturday 6th Augustat Rookery House, Saxlingham Lane, Tasburgh from 10.30am – 12noonCake Stall, Raffle, Bring & Buy, Coffee & Biscuits – £1

The Coffee Morning on 7th May raised £413.Thank you for your support and help.

Tas Valley Cell ChurchCells are vital units of the body – and cells in church life are smallgroups, which contain the DNA of what it means to be church. Wemeet to grow in faith, to pray and support each other, to learn fromthe bible and to join in actively sharing our faith and serving the widercommunity.

If you'd like to join a cell, contact Jo Luxton (daytime, Newton)473030; Andrew Gibson (Tues eves, Saxlingham) 499004; Chris Martin(Wed eves, Tasburgh) 470768; Richard Bond (Wed eves, Saxlingham)578093; William & Vicky Ball (Thurs eves, Newton) 471506; Andy Cox(Friday eves, Newton) 471334; Chris Gaze (Sunday eves youth) 470762

Youth Cells (JAM) We meet on Monday evenings 7-8.30 to exploreour faith and have fun together. Once a month, we have a socialevent – cinema, bowling, circus skills, lazer quest etc. Other nights,there’s a fast moving programme, with bible bits, drama, games,praying about stuff that means a lot to us and crazy stunts all mixedup. Contact Chris Gaze, e-mail: [email protected]; telephone 01508470762.


Regular Events/GroupsBible Study Group – New members are always welcome. Pleasecontact Philip Simmons on 499041.

Emmanuel Group – Meeting weekly in Tasburgh. Ask Renee Hollingerfor more details or phone Shirley Brookes on 470369.

Fairtrade – Fairly traded products catalogues are available on requestfrom Val Cook on 470298.

Music in Worship – If you’d like to sing in Tasburgh Church Choir orexplore learning the organ, phone Sarah Norman on 471505.

Prayer for the parishes takes place every day. Please give prayerrequests to a churchwarden, clergy person or prayer box or board inchurch. On Tuesdays we meet to pray at Tasburgh Church at 9:30am.

Children’s Church – Tasburgh has a Children’s Church for children agedfrom three years. This runs on the first, second and fourth Sunday ofeach month. All welcome. Contact Jane Rae on 470692.

Tasburgh Crafts Club – Come and try new skills in a relaxedatmosphere. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month,10am – 12noon in the Church Room, Tasburgh.

Tasburgh Coffee Pot – Come and make new friends at the Coffee Pot.We meet every Wednesday from 2 – 4pm for a chat with coffee &cake. Church Room, Tasburgh. All ages welcome.

Making ContactRev’d Sally Gaze: [email protected] 01508 470762 The Rectory, Church Road, Newton Flotman NR15 1QBRev’d Adrian Miller: [email protected] 01508 498317 The Rectory,re The Stet, Saxlingham Nethergate NR15 1AJ.Rev'd Chris Martin: [email protected] 01508 470768 The Rectory, Church Hill, Tasburgh NR15 1NB

All contributions for the next edition to Adrian by the 8th August 2011.Thank you.

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