Pew News - 23rd & 30th Aug 2026
As Bev has a week off running around preparing for her son to start college, this edition of Pew News covers two weeks.
For the remainder of August, the 8.30am service will be held in the hall, as will the service on 6th September.
From 13th September, we’ll be returning to an upgraded church!
Our programme of Heritage events also begins on 9th September, so there’s lots to look forward to!
FOR OUR PRAYERS:
Su B, Annie G, Andrew & Maria, Enid & Jim, Robert, Anna B, Jake C, Hilary & Chris L, Stella O, Margaret R Michelle R, Juliet G, Sam C, Ann J, Cathy E, Tyler, Carol Q.
The prayer team continues to pray for all who have requested prayer.
To request prayer: Email: prayer@sholing.church
CHILDREN & PARENTS SESSION
Sunday 6 September | 10am | Church
To help our younger members settle into our new church surroundings, we’re inviting children and parents to a special painting session in church.
The children can get creative and put their own mark on our new surroundings by painting our breakfast bar! Please bring painting clothes.
SCHOOL ‘SHED’
We’re delighted to have received £420 of the £720 needed for the school ‘shed’ - thank you to everyone who has donated so far!
If you’d like to contribute, please speak to Mick.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED – FLOWERS
As Julie Cousens will be out of action for a couple of weeks, we urgently need a volunteer to prepare some flowers for the Special Service on Sunday 13th September.
We’d love to have some lovely, fresh flowers in church for this special occasion.
If you can help, please speak to Joyce or Mick. Thank you!
WELLBEING AT ST MARY’S
AEROBIC & STRENGTHENING - Mon & Wed 6.15pm
As some of you will know, Adrienn holds an aerobic and strengthening class in the hall twice a week. To book, please contact Adrienn on 07761 657311.
OVER 60s KEEP FIT- Wed 9 Sept, 10–11am
Adrienn is now trialling this new class. To book, please contact Adrienn on 07761 657311.
YOGA Beginner friendly - Fri 11 Sept, 7–8.30pm
We now have a Yoga class! Yoga with Becky is trialling a monthly yoga session in the hall. To book, please email Becky becky@beckyyoga.co.uk
EASYFUNDRAISING
Over the last quarter, we raised £67.08 through Easyfundraising - thank you to everyone who has been using it!
If you shop online, you can raise money for us at no extra cost to you simply by shopping through Easyfundraising. It’s an easy way to support our church through purchases you’re already making.
Please consider signing up and using Easyfundraising whenever you shop online. Every little bit adds up!
SERVICE OF REDEDICATION
Sunday 1 November - 11am
You should now have received your printed invitation from Joyce. If you haven't, please let one of the PCC members know so that we can make sure you receive one.
An RSVP sheet is available at our services. Please let us know if you will be attending and include any dietary requirements. Thank you.
HERITAGE TALKS
Thank you to everyone who has already registered to attend our fabulous Heritage events.
We’re delighted to have lots of people registered already and are looking forward to welcoming you.
These events are free to attend, but we ask that you register in advance to help us plan seating.
To register your attendance: Tel: 023 8044 8337 or Email: heritage@sholing.church
HARVEST SUPPER
Fri 2nd Oct evening
It’s that time of year again! All cabaret performers (Musician, Storyteller, Poets, etc) please step forward and let Mick know if you’d like to volunteer your talent for our Harvest Supper.
FOOD BANK URGENTLY NEEDS
· ‘Hot’ meals (stew, curry, etc)
· Toilet rolls
· Small jars of coffee
RIDE & STRIDE
Sat 12 Sept
Full details and forms are available at Sunday Services. Please speak to a member of PCC.
Long Ride – contact Philip - email philip@sholing.church
Family Ride - contact Chris Gilroy
Stride - contact Mick – email mick@sholing.church
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
STORY TELLERS NEEDED
We are delighted to be regularly invited into our local schools to lead Open the Book sessions.
Do you enjoy sharing stories with children? If so, we'd love to welcome you to our storytelling team. No previous experience is necessary as full training and support will be provided.
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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