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Thanks to everyone who has joined our “Loo Roll Survey” by taking a sample pack after the service on 26th July. Each pack contains 6 rolls, together with information on the samples and a feedback form.

We will be reporting back when the survey is completed by the end of September. Of, course, how you go about trying these out will be different for everyone, but one organised person is all set up ready:

For more background information on the ethical questions when considering loo roll do see below.

We hope that everyone is enjoying a relaxing (if hot) summer right now. But if you want to know what you can look forward to later in the year, here are some dates for you (more details to follow):

• Sunday 6th September – Friends of St Mary’s welcome a production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by This is My Theatre
• Saturday 12th September – Moses Day – Do you know Oh, what a beautiful morning? We Will Rock You? Safe and Sound? I whistle a happy tune? All of these songs feature in a retelling of the story of Moses as a ‘jukebox musical’ (a stage musical told through pre-existing well-known songs) and everybody is invited to join in. The day will run from about 11am to about 5pm (exact timings to be confirmed) at St Mary’s Kidlington, and there will be something for everybody. Do you sing? Do you dance? Do you make brilliant cups of tea? Can you use face paint? We will include a shared lunch. .
• Friday 25th September – Coffee Morning in aid of MacMillan Cancer Support and the Live Nativity Camels
• Saturday 24th October – From Bach to Bollywood – remember that fabulous show we had before, well this will be even bigger and better!
• Sunday 8th November – Organ Recital by David Briggs to celebrate the 50th birthday of St Mary’s organ
• Saturday 14th November – Desert Island Discs, when the castaway will be Yo Davies
• Saturday 21st November – Friends of St Mary’s present a feature on sporting achievements – Going for Gold

And then it will be Advent and Christmas to think about!

Everyone is welcome to the Quiz Night on Saturday 18th July, St John’s – doors open 6.30pm for 6.45pm start. Food will be hotdogs (regular and veggie); bring your own drink for that authentic pub quiz feeling. Six rounds of questions; come as a team or form your own on the night.

For catering purposes it would help if you book in advance. You can go to our Online Store to book and pay: https://kidlington-with-hampton-poyle-pcc-1.sumupstore.com/ or just book at https://forms.gle/vS1BnEfNhGMTzYJc6

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The young people are arranging fundraising events to build up the finances for this exciting weekend. Please support them by supporting their efforts:

Cake Sale Sunday 28th June after joint service at St John’s
Good news for all those with a sweet tooth! The young people will be hosting a cake sale after the joint service at St John’s on June 28th, to help fund the Youth Weekend Away in September. (Donations of cake also welcome. Please get in touch with Paul if you’d like to be involved.)

Quiz Night Saturday 18th July at St John’s 6.30pm
Food will be hotdogs (regular and veggie); bring your own drink for that authentic pub quiz feeling. Six rounds of questions; come as a team or form your own team on the night.

Our season of Summer Sunday Teas will be starting again on 3rd May. Do come along to the Refectory at the back of the church (3pm to 5pm) any summer Sunday for tea, cake and chat.

For all the family – 10am to 3pm on Tuesday 7th April – in and around St Mary’s Kidlington.

Please note that this is raising money for the Live Nativity in December (camels). The cost of the camels does not come from our church budget. Do come and support these events, thanks all.

Saturday 18th April, 7pm, St Mary’s Kidlington

Our Castaway is Revd Oliver Harrison, interviewed by Jan Jeffreys.

Tickets, £12.50 each, include a glass of wine and nibbles.

To help with catering, please book in advance if you can, by clicking here

Please note that this is raising money for the Live Nativity in December (camels). The cost of the camels does not come from our church budget. Do come and support these events, thanks all.

Faced with the swiftly escalating war in the Middle East we may feel powerless to do anything, and afraid for our world and our selves. At such times we turn to God in prayer; we anchor ourselves in God who is our peace. Praying IS doing something, and God holds our fears in the palm of His hand. (What are the most repeated words in Scripture? ‘Do not be afraid’)

You are invited to join together in prayer for peace at 6pm in the chancel at St Mary’s each weekday this week starting 2nd March. Everyone is welcome – come as you are. It’s not very formal and lasts about 20 minutes.

Just as we prayed for Ukraine 4 years ago and continue to do so through the lighted candle on the high altar, so tonight as many of us who are free and wish to be there, will gather and pray for the Middle East and the expanding circles of this war. If you can’t be present physically at 6pm you might like to pause and pray the Lord’s Prayer joining with us in heart and mind.

Tonight (Monday) the Meditation Group will meet, as they always do, for 30 minutes silent prayer at 6.30pm in the Lady Chapel so there is the opportunity for anyone to stay on and join them if you wish.

Lord, hear our prayers for the Middle East and the safety of the world.
For those who have lost loved ones or who have been injured,
For those who are in terror in a bunker or behind closed doors,
For those who are stranded away from home,
And those who work for peace behind the scenes.
Lord, bless your people.

Lord, give hope in places of darkness,
For peace and justice to prevail,
For there to be new beginnings for all people,
For freedom to replace fear and for there to be a better tomorrow
Lord, bless your people.
Amen.