A Prayer for Ukraine
God of peace and justice
we pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace, for wisdom, discernment and compassion to guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear, that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen
Archbishop Justin Welby Archbishop Stephen Cottrell
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Prayer and Message from the Rector
Christine Anderson writes-
By now you will be aware that changes in personnel in church are happening; eventually a new incumbent may mean new thoughts and ideas, and those may mean other changes.
We have to come to terms with the fact that human life is all about change; it’s a continuous experience of endings and beginnings; we live by changing; moments of outward stillness are only brief resting places along the way.
Change can be frightening; it can mean the loss of security and the familiarity we value and enjoy. It’s easier, surely, we tell ourselves, to hang on to what is safe, while, perhaps, adjusting just a little. We may prefer the journey of life to be clearly mapped out, but in reality, life is complex and messy.
Part of serious change is to accept what is happening to us as real, so that we emerge with a clearer perspective, That may sound rather psychological, but it’s also spiritual. Change may give us a feeling of who we are and our understanding of God.
If we need to come to terms with continual change, we need to balance this with a sense of flexibility. We need stability, a sense of who we are, where we belong, and who God is, in order to free us up for an inner journey of faith.
There’s always risk to change, but it becomes more possible if we are secure, if we know we are loved. We may learn to love ourselves, have the love of friends and family; but, above all, the love of God, with the certainty that God walks faithfully with us through all the changes in our lives-wherever our journey takes us.
What's On
This week’s Diary
Monday 2 September 7pm Service planning meeting for all ministers and clergy.
Wednesday 4 September 10am-12 noon Pop-in at St Matthew
1.30pm Mix and Make Craft group at St Clement Community Hall
Friday 6 September 10.00am Cleaning Team at St Matthew, helpers are welcome any week even if you are not able to come on a regular basis. Any help is appreciated.
Saturday 7 September 10am -12pm Books and Butties at St Matthew.
Saturday 7 September 10am – 12 noon Coffee Morning at St Peter and Paul Ingoldmells
Services
St Matthew, Skegness* – 11am Holy Communion (Every Sunday)
St Clement, Skegness – No Sunday service
St Peter & St Paul, Ingoldmells – 10.30am Sunday Service (2nd, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month)
St Nicholas, Addlethorpe – 9.30am Holy Communion (4th Sunday of the month)
St Mary, Winthorpe – Remains closed
Midweek Services:
St Clement, Skegness – Tuesday 10.30am Morning Prayer (2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month)
*Live streamed on our Facebook page “Skegness Group of Churches”
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a people centred church pointing to the distinctive Christian hope and striving to offer opportunities for worship, facilitate community activity, and encourage spiritual development; being open in our approach to issues, welcoming of all sections of the community, and active in seeking solutions to need.
Our Vision
Communities supporting one another to grow and flourish in God's love
St Matthew is open for Sunday Services each week
St Peter and Paul Ingoldmells and St Nicholas Addlethorpe have monthly services
St Clement and St Mary continue to remain closed at present.
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This week’s Diary
Tuesday 30 April 10.30am Prayer and Discussion at St Matthew
Wednesday 1 May 10am-12 noon Pop-in at St Matthew
Wednesday 1 May 1.30pm Mix and Make Craft group at St Clement Community Hall
Other Forthcoming Events and News:
Sunday 5 May 6pm Memorial Service at St Matthew.
Wednesday 8 May 7pm APCM at St. Matthew's. We would value volunteers to join the PCC, if you are interested please collect a nomination form.
Tuesday 14 May 10.30am Holy Communion at St Clement
12 – 18 May Christian Aid Week – Envelopes are available for your donations.
Community Hall Booking
We have two community halls available to book for your community event or family party.
Skegness Community Hall
Skegness Church Rd N Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 2QH
To book contact the Parish Office
07425 374 510
St. Peter's Community Hall
High Street Ingoldmells Skegness, Lincolnshire PE25 1NP
To book contact George
(01754) 872348