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Newsletter and Notices
Number 303: 02.08.26

Minister: Revd Doreen Koffie-Williams

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Dear Earlsdon Methodist Friends,

Many regular activities are taking a break in August. However, there are a few important new notices in the newsletter below. Steve also shares some notes from the recent ‘Vision Group’ meeting.

Victor gives to us one of the last few hymns he has found from his archives. He says ‘It’s been fun remembering old favourites’ – and a few, like this week’s which he doesn’t recall. We thank him for his research. We appreciate hearing how words, music and memories are valued as part of our different and overlapping journeys of faith

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Like many others I am trying hard at the moment to reduce how much water I use and to find creative ways to save and reuse this precious resource. We so often take it for granted that fresh clean water will gush out from our taps whenever we want it. However, when a resource is scarce, as water is for farmers and for wildlife right now, we appreciate and value it so much more.

I was reminded of this when visiting someone recently who is virtually housebound, not because of their own limitations but in their devoted care for someone else. I appreciated once again the freedom I have, to go out wherever and whenever I choose. A simple freedom taken for granted, and not everyone’s experience.

Maybe a reminder to express our gratitude each day for one thing we have – and to really appreciate its value. We say, ‘Thank you, God’.

Ed

Sunday 2^nd August
Worship at 10.30am led by Revd Sam McBratney

Morning Worship is available to access via the usual zoom link.

Coffee and tea are available after morning service

Sunday 9^th August
Worship with Holy Communion at 10.30am led by Revd Graham Gee

Sunday 16^th August
Worship at 10.30am led by Penny McAinsh

Sunday 23^rd August
Worship at 10.30am led by George Danquah

Sunday 30^th August
Worship at 10.30am led by local church members

Church Family News and Prayer:
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We say ‘Happy Birthday’ in August to:

Gill Lydster, Joshua McAinsh, Choice Sigauke, Nick Winch

Have we missed anyone?

The activities we are encouraging people to pray for this week and next are:

Sunday morning coffee
Over 50's dance fitness class
Tuesday morning prayer group on Zoom
Phoenix Players (who have struggled a bit lately)

Praying the alphabet

As we pray through the alphabet, we arrive at ‘L’. I am aware of three. Maybe there are more? Let’s think of them this week.

(If you don’t know of anyone in church with the letter of the week – maybe you could ask around and say hello to one of them?)

Mondays

Banner Group meets on Mondays at 2pm above Wellspring. If you love being creative with embroidery, design and sewing, speak with Gill W, Helen, Heather or Lynda.

‘Come and Sing!’ 7.30pm in Church fortnightly Next Meeting Monday 3^rd August then taking a break until September

Monday Evening House Group meets fortnightly.

Tuesdays

Intercessory Prayer Group a break in August, resuming on 1^st September. Any items for prayer during this time can still be passed to Lorna or members of the group. New members of the group are very welcome so long as they understand that the information shared is confidential. Zoom details are as Sunday worship.

Evening Bible Study and Fellowship Group is taking a break in August.

Wednesdays

Worship Band meet for rehearsal in church, 8pm. There will be a break in August and the next meeting is likely to be 2^nd September. We will confirm.

Wednesday Worship will break for August.

Wellspring Café

Thursdays & Fridays 9.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. Saturday 9.30 a.m. - 12.00 noon

The usual menu of drinks and light food is available during normal opening hours. Prayer Shawl knitters meet on Thursday

During August, Wellspring will not be open on Friday 14^th and 21st

Macmillan Cancer Support summer appeal
If you are taking cuttings or dividing plants, making jam, preserves or pickling produce, please think about putting aside any you can spare ready for the Macmillan Coffee Morning at the end of September at which we will be having our usual sales table as well as hot drinks and cakes in Wellspring. Small craft items also sell well if you are feeling creative! Many thanks

Carriers of Hope
We will be taking donations to Carriers of Hope on 27^th August. Many of their refugee families face extra expense at this time of year getting ready for the new school term. We can help by providing some of the basics they need, so freeing up any money they have to use for back-to-school expenses.
Please, if you can spare it, bring whatever you can from the following:

Food (long-life e.g. tinned, packets, bottles)
Toiletries
Household cleaning products
Baby food, nappies

There is a collection box in Wellspring

All donations are welcome but if it’s anything other than items on this list, please check with either of us as they may have to be taken to a different location. Many thanks.

David & Lynda Pinks

WOODSIDE CHURCH FELLOWSHIP
We had a successful, friendly gathering last Tuesday - despite the heat, most people came and we were pleased to welcome three people from Earlsdon Church. Rev Ian Coates gave a very interesting talk about his recent travels in Singapore, New Zealand and Australia.
We meet again on Tuesday, 11th August, at 2pm, when our own Keith Chapman will give another intriguing, illustrated talk (using our screens) regarding ancient caves.
On Tuesday, 25th August we will be meeting at the home of Sue and Brian Davies to enjoy sunshine, tea and cakes, and admire the flowers, in their lovely garden (indoors if wet).
Our meetings always finish with a refreshing cup of tea (with biscuits).
Our Earlsdon friends are always welcome to join us.

SAFEGUARDING
Here at EMC we take the safeguarding of children, young people and the vulnerable, indeed everyone, very seriously. This is not only the responsibly of those in an official position but of us all. So please be watchful at all times and if you have any concerns, for yourself, or on behalf of someone else, please do not hesitate to speak with me or contact me on Earlsdonmethodistchurchsafeguarding@covnunmethodist.org.uk or speak to any of our stewards. Any such conversations will be entirely confidential.

Thank you. David Mills, Church Safeguarding Officer

Events and meetings coming up:’
Circuit Methodist New Year Service on Sunday 6^th September 3.30pm, at Woodside Avenue Church

Church Facebook page

Church Office email: office@earlsdonmethodist.org.uk
Circuit Website
Circuit Office email: office@covnunmethodist.org.uk
District website
District Facebook page
District Instagram page
District YouTube page

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Lois Talbot (Web version by Tim W), 31/07/2026

Hello and welcome to our church. If you are a new visitor, we have a page for you to get to know us and learn more about planning a visit.
Click here to see more.

Visitors click here.

Planning your Visit

A Warm Hello

The following information is specifically for those planning a visit, so that you know, beforehand, what to expect on a Sunday morning.

Where and When

We meet at the Church Building (details below) for our Sunday Service starting at 10.30am. For your first visit, we recommend arriving 10-15 minutes early to ensure you get a parking space and find somewhere to sit before the service begins. When you arrive, you should be greeted by someone on our Welcome Team.

Parking is available at the front & back of the adjacent Church Hall, accessible from Earlsdon Avenue South.

Tea, coffee and biscuits are available after the service, please stay and have a chat.

Plan your journey:
Open Google Maps

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Accessibility: Both the Church & Church Hall have level or ramp access, and chair lift access to upper floors. There are disabled access toilets in both buildings. The main worship area of the Church also benefits from a hearing loop. Please let one of the Welcome Team know on your arrival and they will help you to get set up.

Our Service

The main service begins at 10.30am, but when the music is led by our Worship Band, we have a few hymns &/or songs before the service starts. There is then a warm welcome from one of our Stewards. Church news & extra notices may also be given at this time. Our services are typically an hour long, with a mixture of hymns, prayers, bible readings and a sermon. One of our leaders will give the sermon that is bible based and that we can apply to our everyday life. We finish with a final worship song before a final prayer is said. (Sometimes there is an opportunity to receive prayer at the end of the service.)

EMC Congregation

What about my children?

If you would like information of the activities available for children please Contact Us.

Have you got children? Would you like to bring them to church?

Earlsdon Methodist Church aims to provide a safe & welcoming environment in which children can be themselves & have fun learning about our Christian faith. Please see our Sunday Services page for more information on Sunday morning groups for children.

Current mid-week groups available for children are as follows:

Prayers & Bears – every Wednesday morning (term time only) starting at 8.45 am. This is held in the church & is open to parents & carers with pre-school children.
Dayspring Steel Band – please follow this link for more information.

If you have any questions about any of the above then please Contact Us .

Children

Getting Connected

Church Groups

While Sundays are a great way to meet new people, it is often in smaller gatherings that you can really get to know someone. Being part of one of our small groups allows you to make new friends, share together and support each other. We have a variety of groups that meet throughout the week, morning, afternoons and evenings.

Our groups include:-

Centenary Choir (alternate Mondays)
Tuesday Prayer Prayer & Reflection online
Tuesday Intercessory Prayer online
Wednesday Midweek Prayer & Meditation
Wednesday Worship (held fortnightly)
Dayspring Steel Band
3 in 1 Youth Group
Wellspring Café
Prayer Shawl Ministry

Check out Church Groups and see if there’s one that you could join, or we can put you in touch with a small group leader who will be more than happy to invite you along to their group.

We hope that whoever you are, you will feel at home at our church.

Best Wishes