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Paignton (Palace Avenue) Methodist Church
Palace Avenue, Paignton, Devon, UK.

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The following Notices (which are printed on recycled paper) are handed to all who attend Sunday worship as they are welcomed to our church.
There may be items of news we choose not publish openly in our 'Weekly Notices' - this information may have been included as part of the 'Password' protected section of our website.  If you attend our church regularly or have personal links to our church and have been allocated a 'Password' you will be able to access the relevant page(s) of our website.
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Paignton (Palace Avenue) Methodist Church

FELLOWSHIP NEWS AND NOTICES
WEEK COMMENCING SUNDAY 28 JUNE 2009

We would be glad to be informed of newcomers and those of our congregation who are sick or in hospital.
If you are aware that any member of the congregation is in hospital, can you please contact
either Revd Paul Saunders Tel: +44 (0)1803-555694 - Mobile: +44 (0)7804-882582 so that a visit can be arranged.

THE LIVING CROSS

We welcome everyone worshipping with us today. If you are new to this church please fill in one of the pew cards,
and place it in the offertory plate, or hand it to a door steward after the service.
There are coloured "shoe bags" in the Foyer filled with drawing books, crayons, paper, toys etc. for use by any young children attending Church.  Please feel free to use them.

10.30 - Service led by Mrs Alice Elliott
Coffee and tea will be served in the Church Hall after the service - all are welcome.

The Prayer Ministry Team will be available after the 10.30 service if you should wish to speak to someone in confidence, or for someone to pray with you.  They can be identified by their yellow 'Prayer Ministry' badges.

The Stewards on duty are Stan and Viv Westmoreland

18.30 - Revd Paul Saunders - Café Praise

During the 10.30 service, when the collection and gifts for Factory Row are brought forward, we all stand and sing:-

Praise God from whom all blessings flow,
Praise him all creatures here below
Praise him above you heavenly hosts
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost - Amen

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The flowers in the church today are donated and arranged by: Marian Tucker and Margaret Whitnall.

PRAYER FOCUS
O Spirit of God who speaks to our spirits, created in your own likeness; penetrate deep into our spirits, into the storehouse of memories, remembered and forgotten, into the depths of being, the very springs of personality.  Cleanse and forgive, making us whole and holy, that we may be yours and live in the new being of Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Please pray for those unable to share in worship with us for any reason.

We are sad to announce the death of Julia Jones on Tuesday 23 June - the Funeral service is on Wednesday 08 July at 14.45.

If you are aware of any member of the congregation that is in hospital can you please contact Revd Paul Saunders +44 (0)1803-555694 so that a visit can be arranged.

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Each week we are asked to especially remember the work and witness of Christians Together in Paignton affiliated churches - we remember in our prayers the Minister's and members of the churches of Paignton.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Read and digest the contents of the Fire Evacuation Notices near the Exits.  If the Fire Alarm sounds, leave by the nearest Exit and assemble in Palace Avenue Gardens.

DON’T FORGET….. the church is open every Monday and Wednesday morning from 10.00 to 12.00
Please make use of this in any way you would find helpful; come and sit quietly for a few minutes; pray or ask for prayer for yourself or others; or spend some time looking at the church website on the computer behind the organ. There are always two people available if you would like to talk about anything at all and there is normally a coffee morning on in the foyer on a Wednesday as well. So, why not make a visit to Palace Avenue Methodist Church on a Monday and/or Wednesday morning – it might be just the ‘oasis’ you need.
Monday and Wednesday Coffee Mornings:  Extra help is needed for coffee mornings in the church foyer from 10.00 to 12.00.  If anyone can spare the time to help, say, once a month, this would be appreciated.  Helping with coffee mornings can be both enjoyable and rewarding.  Please contact us for more details.

PLEASE NOTE
Revd Paul Saunders - Click here to contact Paul or e-mail Revd Paul Saunders - Paul's day off is Thursday.

PLEASE ALSO NOTE
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vening services (with the exception of our Café Style Praise) will be held in the Church and not in the Church Hall.

POSTCARDS
There are postcards of Palace Avenue Methodist Church for sale in the Foyer.  20p each to include an envelope.

GREETINGS CARDS
Handmade blank Birthday and Occasions cards are now for sale in the Tower Road foyer, next to the book boxes.  Most cards are £1.00 each, of which 50p goes to church funds.  (The other 50p covers the cost of materials.)  Thank you.

RECYCLING
Please continue to bring your used ink cartridges, old mobile phones and used postage stamps and put in the box on the table inside the rear entrance.

BRIC A BRAC
We are still in need of good quality bric a brac for the stall used on coffee mornings to raise funds for this Church. Please have a rummage through your drawers and let us have whatever you find and no longer need.

SINGING TOGETHER GROUP
The Singing Together Group will be holding their annual singing evening at Bovey Tracey Methodist Church on 16 July 2009 at 19.30.  We will once again enjoy Singing our favourite hymns for an hour, then meet together in the school room for a faith supper.  Everyone is welcome so do come and join us for an evening of favourites old and new.

LADIES OF THE CHURCH AND FRIENDS
Do you know what you are missing?  Every Wednesday afternoon, 14:30 to 15.45.  The Women's Fellowship meet in the hall, for good company and friendship, in a relaxed atmosphere.  Most weeks we have a guest speaker, and tea and biscuits are provided.  Why not give it a try; you will be made most welcome.

MESSAGES FROM LiNX CHRISTIAN YOUTH TRUST
LiNX Camps - LiNX has spaces on its Week Summer Camp for all young people from the age of 11+, from the 01 to 08 August 2009. Cost is £195 and includes all food, accommodation and activities.  The location is St Georges Activity Centre, Georgeham, North Devon.  If you would like a booking form or more information, please contact the LiNX office on +44 (0)1803 212111

SUNDAY 09.00 ALTERNATIVE SERVICES
The Sunday services for 09.00 alternatives this year will feature a charity, mission, or theme, as well as personal worship.  They will include information on featured charities, along with prayer, sometimes activities, and space to hear from God!  So do come along and experience an 09.00 alternative worship service for something different.

Revd Dermot Thornberry - Click on the image to see a larger picture then use your Browser's Back Button to return to this page

REVD DERMOT THORNBERRY
We are pleased to report that the Revd Dermot Thornberry has accepted an invitation to move to the Torbay Methodist Circuit and become Minister of Paignton (Palace Avenue) and Paignton (Southfield) Methodist Churches from 01 September 2009 (subject to the will of the Methodist Conference).  Dermot and his wife Charlene can be assured of a very warm welcome when they arrive in Paignton.
Click here to read more about Dermot and Charlene

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BLAKES CHRISTIAN COACH HOLIDAYS
As committed Christians, and with God at the centre of our whole business, our aim is to offer quality Christian Coach Holidays.  We believe that quality, reliability and value for money are the essential ingredients in any good holiday.  We are totally committed to providing a personal, friendly and professional service to ensure that a holiday with us is one to remember... for all the right reasons.
Torbay-Hameln Churches were pleased to use Blakes Coaches Ltd for their visit to Hameln in 2008.
Click here to contact us for a Brochure and further information.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Saturday 04 July 2009 - 10.00 to 16.00 - Hobbies and Crafts Day -  Working railway, needlecrafts, photos, paper craft, models and much, much more. Displays and demonstrations. Make your own card or flower arrangement etc. Refreshments all day. Admission £1.00. Any information or offers of help to Kath, Freda, Susan, Viv, Pam or Jenny.  If this sounds interesting to you please contact us for more details.

Sunday 05 July 2009 - after morning service - Church Council meeting to appoint a new Church Treasurer - there are two candidates so there will be a paper ballot.  Could all Church Council members do their best to attend?

Friday 17 July 2009 - 19.30 - CHURCH FUNDRAISING - there will be a Cheese and Wine Evening including a light hearted quiz at a church member's house.  Everyone is welcome, and all monies raised are for our Church Funds - admission by ticket only priced at £7.00 per person - contact us for details.

Tuesday 21 July 2009 - SIDWELL STREET METHODIST CHURCH, EXETER - Leaving Service for Revd John Carne (Chairman of the District) - a coach is available at a cost of £5.00 per seat and will pick up at 6.00pm from Goodrington and approx 6.20pm at Central.  Reservations should be made by contacting John Barrett Tel: (01803) 859852).

Saturday 24 October 2009 - 09.30 for an 09.45 start until 17.00 - St John's, Shiphay, Torquay - 'Walk through the Old Testament'.  There is a cost of £14 each to cover the colour manual with plans, maps etc.  Bring a packed lunch but drinks are provided.  If anyone is interested will they let Revd Jerry Cook know, preferably over the next couple of weeks (they need a minimum number).

WEEKLY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Monday 29 June - 10.00 to 12.00 - Church is open for rest, prayer and meditation
Monday 29 June - 10.00 to 12.00 -
Coffee + Bring & Buy Sale in the Church foyer

Tuesday 30 June - 10.15 to 10.45 - Prayer Fellowship
Tuesday 30 June - 10.00 to 12.00 - Church is open for rest, prayer and meditation
Tuesday 30 June - 10.00 to 12.00 -
Coffee + Bring & Buy Sale in the Church foyer
Tuesday 30 June - 10.00 to 12.00 - Revd Paul Saunders will be in the Vestry today

Wednesday 01 July - 10.00 to 12.00 - Church is open for rest, prayer and meditation
Wednesday 01 July - 10.00 to 12.00 -
Coffee + Bring & Buy Sale in the Church foyer
Wednesday 01 July -
14.30 - Women’s Fellowship

Thursday 02 July - 19.30 - Singing Together Group

Friday 03 July - 19.30 - Scouts

Saturday 04 July - 18.00 to 20.00 - Fab Club

Sunday 05 July - 09.00 - Service led by Mrs Susan Gibb
Sunday 05 July - 10.30 - Revd Paul Saunders - Communion (We serve gluten Free Bread and Non-Alcoholic wine)

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To have any FELLOWSHIP ITEMS or NOTICES considered for publication please contact us
by 17.00 on Thursdays - Tel: +44 (0)1803-402248

 
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL FOYER USERS

NO tables are to be put on the area at the top of the steps outside the front entrance of the church at any time.  Any tables/stalls etc must be put on the flat area to the side at ground level (in front of the window).  All tables/stalls etc are to be kept within the confines of the church boundary (i.e. no table legs over the wall and on the pavement).

By Order of the Church Council

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Please click here to make an enquiry regarding any of the above.

There may be items of news we choose not publish openly in our 'Weekly Notices' - this information may have been included as part of the 'Password' protected section of our website.  If you attend our church regularly or have personal links to our church and have been allocated a 'Password' you will be able to access the relevant page(s) of our website.
If you think you should be permitted to access the 'Password' protected section of our website and you do not have a 'Password' please send us a message via the Contact us! page of our website.

Click on the Links to go to the relevant pages -
[ Prayer for the Month ]  [ Sunday Services ]  [ Members Page(s) ]

Click here to go to our Lettings/Room Hire page(s)
Click here to visit the Paignton (Palace Avenue) Youth Website.

See also the following index pages
[ Children ]  [ Music ]  [ Women ]  [ Men ]  [ Worship ]  [ Young People ]

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MINISTER'S "SURGERY"
Most Monday's between 10.00 and 12.00 our Minister will be available in the vestry for anyone to come to talk about anything at all.  So whether you want to come and discuss the previous day's sermon, raise an issue, or see our Minister to talk about something happening in your life, you will be most welcome to drop in.

Feel free to just turn up on a Monday morning but if you want to make a specific appointment please e-mail or Telephone +44 (0)1803-555694 - Mobile +44 (0)7804-882582 in advance.

Keep an eye on the above Weekly Notices for the occasional Monday morning when our Minister will not be available.  Since this is a time when our Church will be open there will always be someone around to listen or pray with you.

You are also very welcome to join us for coffee and biscuits.

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