St Chad’s Notices 8th May 2011 Contact: Johanna@stchadsromiley.co.uk

Photo Album The PCC wants to put together a photo album of the church family for the back of church, so people can look any time to see “Whoʼs who”. Please provide either a photograph of you or your family to Johanna Pearson, who works in the church office or to Gemma Nurcombe (10.45am). Also, if you have photos of people who are no longer with us, but who have been part of St Chadʼs, do provide those too. If it is an actual photo, pop your photo(s) in the box at the back of church. You can just provide one copy; we will make copies in the office. If you have a digital image (which is even better!), then please email it to Johanna at: johanna@stchadsromiley.co.uk By when: You can do this as soon possible – and that will really help! The deadline will be the end of May. It will really help us if we have them in good and early. PLEASE!

May 8, 15, 22, 29 A new 4-part evening series in which Tim will share how Jesus wants to transform our lives so we will join him in transforming the world. Join us in Guywood on Sunday evenings at 6.30pm to discover more of how we can be a part of this revolution of love.

Transformed by

His love

Starts tonight!

Alpha is a great opportunity to explore issues surrounding the Christian faith.

Is it true and does it work?

Alpha is relaxed, low-key, friendly and fun. It is open to everyone and anyone – atheist, agnostic, believer and seeker. All are welcome.

Many find it difficult to commit to a whole series of evening meetings, especially during the summer months. So we are condensing the course into a single day - Saturday 11th June – 9.30 till 4.30 at Romiley Lifecentre. Lunch is provided and there is no charge.

Phone 0161 430 4652 to book your place or send a registration form to the Church Office, Romiley Lifecentre, 3 Stockport Road, Romiley, Stockport, SK6 4BN.

Coming soon… Alpha LITE

We are running ʻPitstopʼ again! There is another opportunity to invest in your relationship – this time on the four Sundays in July. We are going to start each session with a simple lunch at 1pm and plan to finish at 3pm. We have chosen this time in the hope that those with young children will find it easier to make care arrangements. There will be no fee for the course, just the opportunity to make a contribution towards the cost of lunch! Read the brochure for more information and return the registration form by 25th June. Dates – 3, 10, 17 & 24 July Times – 13.00 – 15.00 Venue – Romiley Lifecentre

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The week ahead…

Monday 9 3.45pm Fireworks 4-7s 7.45pm Leadership Huddle Tuesday 10 7.00am Prayer in Lifecentre 10.00am Little Lights 5.45pm Fuel 7-11s Wednesday 11 10.00am Sparklers 11.00am Holy Communion 4.00pm Cherry Tree Youth 6.30pm Core: Deeper 7.00pm Core 11-14s Thursday 12 10.00am Stars 6.30pm Pulse Youth 14-18s Sunday 15 9.15am Parish Communion 10:45am Worship Together 6.30pm Overcomers

Outreach 6.30pm Encounter:

‘Transformed by His love’ Part 2

Church Office 1-5 Stockport Road Romiley, Stockport

SK6 4BN

phone (0161) 430 4652 email office@stchadsromiley.co.uk

web www.stchadsromiley.co.uk Office Hours

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Please update your standing order if you pledged to raise your giving in February. Thank you!

Running for Christian Aid On May 15th I am taking part in the Manchester Run to raise money for Christian Aid. Any sponsor money will be doubled because Bupa (my employer) will match whatever I am sponsored. If you would like to sponsor me please get in touch, Thank you, Ann Russell

Christian Aid week Envelopes Could you distribute and collect Christian Aid envelopes on a street near you? Envelopes will be available from 8th May in the church lounge. Please write your name and the road(s) you choose on the sign up sheet provided. If you have any questions please speak to either Pam or Jim Jefferies. Thank you!

David and Audrey Bomford invite you to their Open Garden for the National Garden Scheme on Saturday May 21 and Sunday May 22 between 1pm and 5pm at Sandsend 126 Hibbert Lane Marple SK6 7NU Entry £3 and children are free. Home made teas, Sale of plants and African Crafts are all in aid of Christian Relief Uganda

Caravan needed for New Wine 2011

If you have a caravan that you could make available for use by a couple at New Wine this year please speak to Tim Barlow.

(Dates: 30 July – 5 Aug 2011)

Open Garden