ChadNet – no 178

ChadNet – no 178 – Sunday 20th August 2023

ChadNet - the eBulletin of St Chad’s Church, Pattingham with Patshull

Welcome to this week’s edition of ChadNet – the eBulletin of St Chad’s Church, Pattingham with Patshull.

In this week’s ChadNet:

View from the Pews

Vicar of Dibley

I’ve recently watched old episodes of The Vicar Of Dibley, and it made me think of how our sense of humour has changed over time. No one today would find a Court Jester very funny, and I couldn’t stand the slapstick comedy  which made my parents laugh.

Now, I suppose what makes me laugh would be considered not PC, though no offence was ever intended.

I wonder if God has a sense of humour? I think he must have. We aren’t told if Jesus joked with his friends, but I feel sure he did. I think humour is a gift given to us and that we should use it often and share it with others.So,though there is much strife in  our world, we mustn’t be sad all the while.

So, here’s a little gem from the Rev. Geraldine Granger, vicar of Dibley:
Q. What do you call a budgie that’s been run over by a lawnmower?
A. Shredded Tweet.
(Apologies to budgie owners!)

Pam Griffiths

Would you like to write a View from the Pews?

We welcome contributions for View from the Pews from anyone who would like to write one, It does not need to be on any particular subject. If you would like to write one please send it to or contact Henry Ibberson ( / 01902 701136).

Contacts

We do not have a VIcar at the moment. For matters which would normally be dealt with by the Vicar the churchwardens are the first point of contact. The Vicarage phone (01902 700257) is redirected to the churchwardens. When they are not available a message can be left on the voicemail and they will return the call when they are available. Emails to will be received by the churchwardens.

Contact details for church officers can be found on the Contacts page of the church website. You can use if you are nore sure who to contact and the churchwardens will be able to forward it to the correct person.

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Sunday 20th August – Eleventh Sunday after Trinity

At 10 am there will be aservice of Holy Communion, led by Revd Sue Watson, in church. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be available after the service. (There is no Youth Service in August.)

In the Parish Prayer Diary we pray for those who live or work in: Wolverhampton Road, Newgate, Merchant Close.

In the Trysull Deanery Prayer Diary we pray for: St Bartholomew, Penn.

This week

The church will be open every day. Look out for the “church open” sign outside the porch.

On Monday at 12 noon the Wedding of Stacie Hassack and Daniel Parkes takes place in church.

Bellringing practice takes place on Monday at 7.45 pm. Anyone interested in finding out about ringing should contact Geoffrey Dann or any of the ringers.

On Tuesday Prayers for Peace will be said in church at 6 pm. Please do join us and if you would like more information or are willing to lead a session, please contact Mary Hayward ().

On Tuesday at 12 noon the funeral of Mary Elizabeth Taylor takes place in church.

On Wednesday at 10.00 am there will be a service of Holy Communion according to the Book of Common Prayer, led by Revd Paul Brown, in church which will be followed by tea, coffee and cake.

After the service the church will be open from 10.30 am until at least 11.00 am as a Place of Welcome when anyone who wants to will be welcome to share in the coffee, cake and chat, whether they have been to the service or not. Those attending will receive a warm welcome.

On Wednesday at 12 noon Who’s for Lunch? is held in the Village Hall.

At 7 pm on Wednesday Choir Practice takes place in church. Anyone interested in joining the choir should contact Greg Lewin or any member of the choir.

On Thursday at 2 pm the monthly “FORGET ME NOT” Tea takes place at St Andrew`s Church Shifnal – for carers and their loved ones. A warm welcome is assured. More details from Tracey WIlliams, our Dementia Friendly Church Co-ordinator.

Sunday 27th August – Twelfth Sunday after Trinity

At 10 am there will be aservice of Holy Communion, led by Revd Paul Brown, in church. Coffee, tea and biscuits will be available after the service.

At 6.30 pm there will be a Service in the Iona style, led by Ken Scott, in church.

This will be Greg’s last Sunday as our organist and we will mark the occasion after each
service.

In the Parish Prayer Diary  we pray for: The Parish Council and all elected representatives.

In the Trysull Deanery Prayer Diary we pray for: St Aidan, Penn Fields.

Our organist – a message from the Churchwardens

Our Organist Greg Lewin plans to retire to Wales and we thank him for all he has done for us and wish him well in his retirement.

Greg, (together with the Choir) has been with us throughout the challenges of ‘Covid’, supported our Sunday services and made our worship more meaningful throughout the year. He has led us in carols at Christmas, in our celebrations on Easter Day, at our All Souls’ and Remembrance services and at many weddings, baptisms and funerals and numerous other events.

It is sad to say ‘goodbye’ to such a valued member of our church family, we will miss him so much, but we wish him and his wife a peaceful and fulfilling move to Wales.

Greg’s last service with us will be 27th August and we will mark the occasion after both
services.

God Bless

Looking ahead …

Pattingham Shower Singers

The Pattingham Shower Singers, on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm in church, resumes after its summer break on 6th September.

Ride and Stride

Ride and Stride takes place on Saturday 9th September. St Chad’s Church (and some other churches in the area) will be open for those who wish to visit by foot. bicycle or car. If anyone is able to help for an hour or two at St Chad’s providing a welcome and refreshments please let Clive Pendrell know.

More information can be found at <https://staffordshirehistoricchurchestrust.org/rideandstride/rideandstridedocsthisyear/>

Scarecrow Festival

The Scarecrow Festival takes place between Friday 22nd and Sunday 24th September.

More information can be found at <https://www.pattinghamscarecrowfestival.org/>

Barn Dance

There is a Barn Dance on Friday 22nd September at 7.30 pm. Tickets £8 each available from Anna Davies.

Brass Band Concert

There is a Brass Band Concert in church on Saturday 23rd September at 7.30 pm. Tickets are £15 each and are available from Alan Smith or any member of the PCC.

St Chad’s Church Kidz Club

Every second Sunday of the month from 4 to 5 pm – starting 10th September 2023 – for ages 3 to 11.

Join us in the Loft for Stories, Crafts and lots of Fun!

Ask Anna Davies for details – 07968 891927.

Every child is a child of GOD.

Dementia Friendly Church

Weekly Prayer

Becoming Dementia Friendly Church 2023-24

Hear our cry, O God
listen to our prayers for those living with
Dementia.
May they always remember your love for
them,
may they always remember that
though memories may fade like water
you are a rock that stays strong and true forever.
AMEN

(Share a prayer)

Donations for The Well

The need for the Food Bank continues and the box for donations for the Food Bank at The Well in Wolverhampton continues to be at the back of the church. The wishing well is also at the back of the church if you have any spare loose change. Donations, however small, go towards running costs. Don’t be shy, every little helps!

From the Memorial Book

Those whose anniversaries occur between 13th and 27th August.

Thomas Raymond Ellis (Ray) – 13th August 2019
Robin John James – 15th August 2009
Alan Anthony Guest – 18th August 1995
Marion Darlington – 22nd August 1980
Alice Mary Bramall – 23rd August 1976
Tina Jandrell Poston – 23rd August 2011
Ethel May Haden – 24th August 1979

You can see all the pages of the Memorial Book on the Memorial Book Online page of the Church website.

Giving to the church

Details of the various ways in which you can give can be found on the Giving page of the website.

We have a JustGiving page to enable people to make one off donations. It’s at www.justgiving.com/pattingham-church. You will be asked if you want to make a contribution on top of your donation. If you do it will go to JustGiving and not to charity. If you do not want to make such a contribution select “other”. If you are a taxpayer please consider gift aiding your donation.

You can make a bank transfer to our bank account (Account name: Pattingham Parochial Church Council – Sort Code: 20-97-78 Account No: 50655023).

If you are paying by cheque please make the cheque payable to “Pattingham PCC” or “Pattingham Parochial Church Council“.

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