Those we are praying for….. Ron and Beryl Lines, Rosemary Wood, Derek Wiltshire, Trevor Morgan, Nigel Begbie, Phyllis, Stella Hopton, Gladys, Dennis Crew, Diane and her son Donald and Sandra and Paul Hemmings & family.

Pray for our Growth TogetherPlease continue to pray for growth in our Christian community

Eternal Father, look with your love on your people of this benefice and the wider Partnership, and pour upon us the gifts of your Spirit. Draw us to you and one another that our growing unity may bring healing of life to all, through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

Thought for this week…..by Rev. Trevor DenleySome years ago, my son and I ascended Carrauntoohil, the highest peak in all Ireland. It was a strenuous effort, but ultimately enjoyable, with a remarkable vision from the top to reward the effort. The tough way up is via the Devil’s Staircase, well named!Having reached the summit we sat and looked the cloud was low,

but gradually the vista was revealed, and it was glorious. It is a popular ascent, but I was astounded at those who just went up and then back down again, having bagged a peak, ticked the box so to speak, but failed to see the real beauty.We sat in wonder, for ages, so much so we lost track of time and had to hurry down as the cloud descended again. With the commercial pressures of Christmas ever growing, and the public emphasis on the real meaning ever diminishing, it would be easy for us to get wrapped up in the buzzyness, and business of Christmas and miss the point. Just simply ‘doing’ Christmas without experiencing the wonders of the event. That would be a missed opportunity, we know we celebrate something special, the Gift of Christ, the Son of God, so then what better gift is there for us to share than that of the real Gift of Christmas with all whom we meet? As we approach the special day, let’s all resolve to share that gift, not just on 25th, but every day. A blessed and peaceful season to you all,Blessings, Trev.

Priest-in-Charge of Benefice – Rev. Jordan Ling 0117 3304953Associate Minister – Rev. Trevor Denley 07960 329127

Assistant Curate – Rev. Nicola Callen 0117 9658833Assistant Curate – Rev. Michelle Martin 07804 610929

East Bristol Partnership OfficeTel: 0117 9586412 Email: eastbristol.org@gmail.com

All notices for the following Sunday to be sent to Amy Donaldson, East Bristol Partnership Administrator by midnight on Tuesday.

News from the Pews 3 Churches working together in East Bristol as part of the

East Bristol Partnership

St. Aidan’s St John’s St Michael’s ‘Reaching Out to ‘Serving the Community, ‘Serving the Community Welcome In’ Worshipping God’ of Two Mile Hill’

Welcome Sunday 14th December

Our Collect Prayer for today – The Third Sunday of Advent God, for whom we watch and wait, you sent John the Baptist to prepare

the way of your Son: give us courage to speak to truth, to hunger for justice, and to suffer for the cause of right, with Jesus Christ our Lord.

What’s happening this morning:St Michael’s Church 9.00am – Eucharist with Rev. John WareSt Aidan’s Church 10.30am – Eucharist with Rev. Stephen PurvisSt John’s Church 10.30am – Eucharist with Rev. Nicola Callen leading and

presiding and Rob preaching

Readings: Isa. 61:1-4, 8-end; 1 Thess. 5:16-24; John.1:6-8, 19-28

Look inside to see what else is going on……

www.staidanbristol.co.ukSpecial notices….Nine Lessons and Carol Service is today starting at 6.30pm.

On Fri 19th Dec starting at 7pm there will be carol singing in the Kingsway Shopping Precinct.

Jordan would like to thank everyone for their support and encouragement over the last few weeks, the cards and flowers and cakes were very much appreciated. After a nasty chest infection which has dragged on for 5 weeks I am finally better and back at work and looking forward to catching up with everyone.

Regular weekly events….

EVERY 1ST SUNDAY IN HALL 9.45am – 11amMondays 2.00pm – Welcome Club for retired’s

Tuesdays 7.00pm - Evening Prayer in the Lady ChapelWednesdays 3.30pm – Messy Church, Air Balloon Primary

Thursdays 9.15am – Morning Prayer in the Lady ChapelThursday mornings 10am – 12pm in the Café area of Church

St Michael’s ChurchSpecial notices…..Last chance to visit John and Jackie Elliott’s personal collection of 300+ nativities. Open until 5pm today. Admission is £1. All proceeds go to GOSH.

Carol by Candlelight is today starting at 6pm.

Regular weekly events….. Every 1st and 3rd Wed 10.00am - Holy Communion with Prayer for Healing

S John’s Churchwww.stjohnsfishponds.com

Special notices….Beer and Carols on Thurs 18th Dec in the Spotted Cow starting at 7.30pm. Come, voices ready, to join us for song, beer and mince pies.

The Christmas Service at Cossham Gardens is on Thurs 18th Dec at 6.30 p.m.

The Christmas Service at St. Johns Court is on 19th Dec at 6.30 p.m. Please come and support both these services – it’s the first time we’ve taken a service at St John’s Court for a while and it would be good if it was well supported. Please contact Lin Monks for more info about these services.

We are hoping to get some Christmas Lights for outside of church this year. We have received some donations towards the cost, however if you would like to make a donation please give any contribution to one of the Wardens.

Regular weekly events….

MONDAYS 3pm – 4.30pmMonday 6.30pm – Evening PrayerTuesday 9.15am - Morning Prayer

Saturday 10.00am – Bible Study in the Church