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Morning Worship Sunday 27th May, 10.45am

Ian Heath  

Weekly Prayer Diary
This week please BOLDLY pray:

Monday
for Christians who have chosen to stay in Syria, that God will give them 
the strength to continue and wisdom in helping those in need.

Tuesday
for the elderly in Syria who's children have relocated because of the war, 
leaving behind their extremely vulnerable and aged parents, many of whom have almost no support. 
Thank God for the local church and organisations who continue to help.
Wednesday
for any of the church family who are unwell at the moment
Thursday
pray the leaders, helpers, carers and children of Tots’ Time

Friday
for our who are out tonight, 
and particularly for those who sleep rough in Butler Green and Coalshaw Green Park

Saturday
for Sergei Skripal following his discharge from hospital on Friday May 18th

Sunday
for the people who live on Nelson Way and Orion Close

S Chad Sunday Prayer Time in the Worship Area at 9.30am before Morning Worship 

 prayer@southchadmethodist.org.uk  

Click here to view or download Ian Heath's sermon follow up notes

To view or download the Oldham & Saddleworth Preaching Plan for June - August 2018 click here

Vera Dolan, John and Kay would like to thank everyone for the visits made, 
cards sent and attendance at Dennis’ funeral and thanks also to those who 
went to Dobcross Band Club afterwards.
They deeply appreciate the love and prayers for them over the past months. 
 It is good to be part of a caring and praying community.

Thy Kingdom Come  - The Lord’s Prayer Journey

Thank you to all the doorkeepers for holding the fort so that others could come along and take part.

The Prodigal’s Return

We enjoyed a special evening looking at how God the Father cares for his children and how we can pray and support our children/adults many of whom are or were part of our church family. Overall 156 people's names were written on hearts and candles lit. Several people stayed overnight to pray for each child and family individually. Each heart was attached to the cross.



At 5am we had breakfast expertly cooked by Ian and Jill, and enjoyed by us all.

Thank you for the Boaz Shop collection last week

Help with BASE on July 1st, 8th and 15th

Stuart is getting married on June 30th and is looking for someone to help with BASE
 sessions whilst he is away. 
Claire will be leading the sessions which are already planned, 
so you don't have to worry about anything but you do need to have a current DBS to work with children and young adults. If you can help please speak to or email Stuart asap: southchadyouth@gmail.com

Thank you

Are you a young person who wants to grow as a Christian?

If so have a look at Inspiring Disciples Facebook page, 
https://www.facebook.com/groups/InspiringDisciples/, 
an online discipleship resource for young people and their leaders.
Over four weeks, starting 21st May, there will be a twice weekly posts. 
Each Monday there will be a Bible passage with questions to ponder,  
followed up with a related reflection and a personal challenge each Friday.
 
For further details see Stuart Samuels, southchadyouth@gmail.com


Chadderton Big Lunch
 
Sunday June 3rd 1-3pm @ Coalshaw Green Park

Come along and enjoy the fun with lots of activities including Henna Art, an assault course, 
an oak apple trial, plants, hoola hoops, space hoppers and much more.
Bring your own picnic lunch.

BB & GA are running a Life Skills course open to anyone aged 14 - 18 years at S Chad

6th June - Session 2: Creativity & Idea Generation

for details contact  southchadyouth@gmail.com

 
OCAN 

22nd Anniversary Thanksgiving and Celebration Service 
at South Chad Methodist Church Tuesday 19th June, 2:00pm 

The service will be followed by a buffet. All are welcome.
Please let either Alan Heywood or Margaret Heywood know if you wish to come


 After the March event we intend to do one Litter Pick each quarter 
The next is Saturday 9th June

To find out more or to volunteer contact Hilary or Pauline . Thank you

Wholeness Through Christ
Your Journey into Wholeness

Saturday 16th June at S Chad

10.30am – 3.30pm

A gentle way to experience more of the Lord’s forgiveness, healing, freedom and victory in your life. 
Come and be refreshed. Learn how to pray more effectively for yourself and others. 
The day will include worship, prayer and times of reflection lead by a team from Wholeness Through Christ

To book your place contact Christina Potts on: 
t: 07894122200 or e: christinapotts3@btinternet.com

Honeywell Lane Methodist Church 90th Anniversary
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th June
click here for details


Volunteer Support for ARK at the Salt Cellar

ARK meets every Tuesday between 11-2pm. 
It is a Christian initiative which provides a Cafe and Drop In, 
as a safe place tochat, play games and use a computer. 
Many agencies refer clients to ARK for help. 
ARK has recently achieved charity status, (Ark Assist North West, Reg. 1174250). 

The future of this initiative depends on further volunteers being 
willing to be a part of this team on a Tuesday. 
If you are interested please contact either: 
Mike Kendrick on m.kendrick@hotmail.co.uk or Norman Sykes on normanatark@btinternet.com

Thank you

Oldham Night Shelter

Would you be willing to help in an Oldham Night Shelter next Winter?

Following a pilot scheme last winter it is hoped to extend this initiative to other
venues which will need to be staffed by volunteers. If you would consider being
involved please download (here) and complete the form and return to the address on the form.
This would only be an expression of interest and not imply a definite commitment.

 

For more information or to volunteer please speak to either Mike Kendrick or Paul Shepherdson.
Volunteers normally do one Monday per month between 11am and 2pm. 

Donations of items for the foodbank will be really appreciated
 Thank you 

Mentoring Masterclass 

Tuesday July 3rd 

@ the Fuse, Warburton Lane, M31 4BU

Organised by and COACH this is a masterclass for communities and individuals wanting to make a difference in the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged people. Free entry 

www.roc.uk.com/masterclassnorth

Church Notices
Items for the notices to Jennie Gilpin no later than Thursday each week:  jenniegilpin@hotmail.co.uk  

Giving: sets of weekly offering envelopes are available, as are Gift Aid declarations, from the table in the lounge in church. 

You can also give online through give.net via the red button (below). 
If you are in a UK tax paper, please consider using Gift Aid for regular giving or one-off donations. 

       

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