This Sunday we will gather in church for our annual Remembrance Service, joining with people across the nation to honour those who gave their lives in the cause of freedom, justice, and peace. As we pause in silence and prayer, we remember with gratitude the courage and sacrifice of so many — men and women who laid down their lives so that others might live in peace.

As followers of Christ, we hold this act of remembrance in the light of our faith. We recall the words of Jesus: “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down their life for their friends” (John 15:13). In remembering the cost of war, we also look with hope to the promise of God’s kingdom — a kingdom of peace, reconciliation, and new life.

FOR OUR PRAYERS

This week we pray especially for:

Jim M, Iris J, Cathy E & family, Ann J, Jane L

Stella O, Chris A & Jenny, Jake C, Michelle R

The prayer team continue to pray for all who have requested prayer.

To request prayer: Tel: Claire Buston on email: prayer@sholing.church

REMEMBERING

Ruby S, praying for Garrie, Symon, family & friends.

Sue Ba, praying for Jeff, Tammie,Darren, family & friends.

CHARITIES WE ARE SUPPORTING IN 2026

Thanks to those who took part. The votes are in…..

LOCAL CHARITY - Southampton Hospitals Charity
NATIONAL CHARITY - Changing Faces
INTERNATIONAL CHARITY - Double Joy Children’s Farm Kenya

CHOCOLATE TOMBOLA DONATIONS

Please continue to bring your chocolate donations into church. Thank you to all those that have already donated

FLOWERS IN CHURCH

We have a vacancy for someone to take charge of the church flowers. This involves arranging a few displays or vases on a fortnightly basis. If you’re interested, please speak to one of the PCC members.

160th YEAR CELEBRATION COOKBOOK

As part of our 160th Anniversary celebrations next year, Julie has had the wonderful idea of creating a special Celebration Cookbook! We’d love to include your favourite tried and tested recipes — family favourites, comfort food, or something passed down through the ages.

If you’d like to contribute a recipe, please speak to Julie email julie56cousens@gmail.com

LITTLE STEPS TODDLER GROUP

Due to the works taking place in church and the limited space in the hall, we’ve decided to pause Little Steps while the church is out of use. The final session before the break will be on Wed 17 Dec.

NOVEMBER SERVICES