Pew News - 11 October 2026
Anna Buston Baptism
Sun 29 Nov | 12.30pm
Please join us as we celebrate Anna’s baptism. Everyone is warmly invited to come along, share in this special occasion and show our love and support for Anna and our younger church members.
🙏 THIS WEEK PLEASE PRAY FOR
Andrew & Maria, Ben, Ian M, Margaret R, Michelle R, Garry R, Robert, Sam C, Juliet G, Jake C.
The prayer team continues to pray for all who have requested prayer.
To request prayer: Contact Claire Buston prayer@sholing.church
Invitation to Deanery Synod
22 October, 7pm for 7.30pm - Lordshill & Lords Wood Church
Bishop Rhiannon is holding a discussion/ consultation about a bid that is being submitted for funding to support growth within the Southampton Parishes.
You are invited to join the conversation.
There is plenty of parking - it’s next to the large Sainsburys.
Please let Su Brakewell know if you are intending to go.
📖 FUNDRAISING COOKBOOK
A big thank you to everyone who has already supported us by purchasing our fundraising cookbook. We’ve had some wonderful feedback, with many people saying how much they love the recipes and how beautiful the finished book looks.
Every cookbook has been lovingly put together with recipes and contributions from the friends and families of St Mary’s, making it a very special collection - and a great way to support our church at the same time.
It makes a lovely Christmas present! 🎁
If you haven’t got your copy yet, why not pick one up? And if you don’t see the cookbooks on display, please speak to one of our PCC members, who will be very happy to help.
🎁 Christmas Gift Donations
We’d be very grateful for donations of new, unused gifts for our Christmas Fayre.
If you have suitable items at home or would like to buy something especially, we’d be delighted to receive them.
All proceeds will support the church.
Donations can be brought to church. Thank you for your generosity and support!
🎄 Christmas Volunteers
Our Christmas Fayre is Sat 5 Dec, 11am–2pm, and we’re looking for volunteers to help man the many stalls as possible to maximise funds for the church.
If you can help, please speak to Kirsty.
☕ JOIN REFRESHMENTS TEAM
We’d love to offer drinks and biscuits after both the 8:30am and 10am services, helping us connect as a church family.
We’re looking for more people to help prepare, serve and clear away. Even one role a month would make a real difference. Speak to Kirsty if you can help!
🎉 HERITAGE EVENTS
We’re delighted to say that we’ve already had three really popular and successful Heritage Events, with a fantastic response from the local community!
And there’s more to come…
WW1 SOUTHAMPTON
📅 Fri 23 Oct, 6.30pm
ROMANI POET RAINE GEOGHEGAN
📅 Sat 7 Nov, 3pm
Both events are FREE to attend, but we ask that you register in advance to help us plan seating. Tel: 023 8044 8337 | Email: heritage@sholing.church
FOOD BANK URGENTLY NEEDS
· Shower gel
· Shampoo
· Conditioner
· Deodorant
· Tinned meats
IKNOW APP
We hope you are all enjoying using the iknow app and receiving reminders for when you are serving.
If you ‘ve not yet signed up for the phone app, there are a few leaflets in the service folders giving instruction or you can email Bev at office@sholing.church
The Parish Giving Scheme - A simple and efficient way to support your church regularly. The Parish Giving Scheme makes giving easy, secure, and tax-efficient - helping your gift go further and reducing administration for the parish. If you’d like to know more, please speak to Ben or Garry.
SHARE YOUR STORIES OF SHOLING & ST MARY’S
We’d really love to hear from you.
As part of our Heritage 160 celebrations, we are collecting stories, memories, and treasures that make up the living history of our parish.
We’d love to hear about your connections to St Mary’s Church Sholing or the wider Parish of Sholing. Your contribution will help preserve our shared heritage for future generations. There are forms and envelopes available in the Hall or you can speak to one of our team or email us at Heritage@Sholing.Church
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