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		<title>Weekly notices, 28 May &#038; 4 June 2023</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday, 28th May</h2>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color"><strong>Pentecost</strong></h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out&nbsp;Series: Acts 2:1-21</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion <br>10:45am All Age Worship and Holy Communion (no Kids Church this week)<br><br>This week @ All Saints Youth<br>3-5pm Orchard Hang Out</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday, 4th June</h2>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-medium-font-size"><strong>Word and Spirit Series</strong></h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion <br>10:45am Service (no Kids Church or Youth this week)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Cheerful Givers Lunch<strong><br>Sunday 4th June, 12.15 for 12.30pm</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Come and join us for a home cooked meal and well deserved company.<br>All are welcome. Pull up a chair, there&#8217;s room to spare!<br> <br><a href="https://allsaintschurch.churchsuite.com/events/izpeo5dc">Sign up here</a></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Kitchen Items</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you have borrowed any crockery, cutlery, glasses etc from the church centre kitchen, either recently or over the past months, please could we ask that you return them as soon as possible.  Thank you!</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Dear All Saints Family, Sunday 11th June begins our four week journey in both a sermon series and weekly  small group sessions called &#8216;The Prayer Practice.&#8217;  You can find more details about the practice and resources for it here: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.practicingtheway.org/prayer" target="_blank">https://www.practicingtheway.org/prayer</a> If you are interested in joining a mid-week small group, we encourage you to get in contact with us at <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="mailto:community@allsaints.church" target="_blank">community@allsaints.church</a> for more info.  If you like to read, the book &#8216;Praying like monks, living like fools&#8217; will be a great companion resource for this practice.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 21 May 2023</title>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us this Sunday, 21st May 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><em>This Sunday, at the 9.00am service, we will be saying a formal thank you to Christina for all the work she has done for All Saints during her 17 years as the Church Centre Manager. We continue to value Christina as part of the All Saints family and<br>pray for her as she takes up a new role.</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out&nbsp;Series: Acts1:6-14</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion&nbsp;<br>10:45am Service</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kids Church<br>We will hear&nbsp;the story of Moses (Exodus 2:1-15) children will explore the principle of standing up for what is right.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am Breakfast &amp;  Bible Study, 3rd part of our unshakable series<br>6-7:30pm Sunday Youth (5pm Bible Study)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 14 May 2023</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us this Sunday, 14th May 2023 Inside Out&#160;Series: John 14:12-21 9am Holy Communion&#160;10:45am Service&#160; This week @ Kids ChurchThis is week in Kids Church...]]></description>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us this Sunday, 14th May 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out&nbsp;Series: John 14:12-21</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion&nbsp;<br>10:45am Service&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kids Church<br>This is week in Kids Church we will be looking at&nbsp;Peter&#8217;s miraculous encounters with Aeneas and Tabitha (Acts 9:32-42 and 6:22-25) children will explore our hope in God, his love for each one of us and his extraordinary power.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week&nbsp;@ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am&nbsp;Breakfast &amp;&nbsp; Bible Study&nbsp;<br>6-7:30pm&nbsp;Sunday Youth (5pm Bible Study)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 10:32:15 +0000</pubDate>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday 7th May</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out&nbsp;Series: John 14:1-14</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion <br>10:45am All Age Worship (no Kidschurch)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 08:12:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on Sunday 23rd April Inside Out&#160;Series: Matthew 16:21-28 9am Holy Communion&#160;10:45am Service (with Kidschurch) This week @ KidschurchFriends and Heroes. Hope and Monsters....]]></description>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday 23rd April</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out&nbsp;Series: Matthew 16:21-28</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion&nbsp;<br>10:45am Service (with Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kidschurch<br>Friends and Heroes. Hope and Monsters. False Heroes Part 1</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am Breakfast &amp; Bible Study &#8211; Inside Out Series<br>5:00pm Bible Study &#8211; Acts 9:1-19<br>6-7:30pm Sunday Youth</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday 30th April</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Inside Out Series: John 10:1-10</strong></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion&nbsp;<br>10:45am Holy Communion&nbsp;(with Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kidschurch<br>Funday Sunday</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am Breakfast &amp; Bible Study -Inside Out Series <br>1:00pm New Wine Youth Pizza Social<br>5:00pm Bible Study &#8211; Acts 9:20-43<br>6-7:30pm Sunday Youth </p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 19 Mar 2023</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reminder &#8211; Posies for Mothering Sunday We will be making posies for Mothering Sunday, this Saturday 18th March, 11:30am &#8211; 1:30pm in the Church Centre.  Please...]]></description>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Reminder &#8211; Posies for Mothering Sunday</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We will be making posies for Mothering Sunday, this Saturday 18<sup>th</sup> March, 11:30am &#8211; 1:30pm in the Church Centre.  Please come along if you can. <br> <br>No experience or expertise required.  Very easy to make, enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and biscuits and a good old chat as we work.  Even if you can only spare half an hour please do come.  If you have secateurs or greenery please bring them along too.  No need to let us know in advance, just turn up at the Church Centre and we will be very glad to see you.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Join us this Sunday, 19th March 2023</strong></h2>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The way through Hades &#8211; Matthew 16: 13-23</strong></h4>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion&nbsp;10:45am Service (with Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kidschurch<br>we will be looking at the transfiguration of Jesus</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am Breakfast &amp;  Bible Study <br>6-7:30pm Sunday Youth (5pm Bible Study)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://allsaints.church/wp-content/uploads/image-44.png" alt="" class="wp-image-3194" width="510" height="267" srcset="https://allsaints.church/wp-content/uploads/image-44.png 1019w, https://allsaints.church/wp-content/uploads/image-44-600x314.png 600w, https://allsaints.church/wp-content/uploads/image-44-150x78.png 150w, https://allsaints.church/wp-content/uploads/image-44-768x402.png 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px" /></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 12 Mar 2023</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 11:47:02 +0000</pubDate>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us on Sunday, 12th March 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The way through the waves &#8211; Matthew 14: 22-33</strong><br>9am Holy Communion&nbsp;<br>10:45am Service (with Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ Kidschurch<br>we will be looking at Jesus walking on water</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week&nbsp;@ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am&nbsp;Breakfast &amp;&nbsp; Bible Study&nbsp;<br>6-7:30pm&nbsp;Sunday Youth (5pm Bible Study)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Flowers in the Church</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you would like to contribute to the flowers in church in memory of a loved one or for a special occasion, please have a chat with Gill or Lis.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer Focus for this week:&nbsp;</strong>Our PCC</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://allsaints.church/about-us/the-world-church/">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>West Cheshire Food Bank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of unopened, within date, items – particularly tinned potatoes, instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, UHT juice and tinned meat.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-money/">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tearfund.org/">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Upcoming Concerts</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Chester Bach Singers St Matthew Passion</u></strong>&nbsp;at St. John the Baptist Church, Vicar&#8217;s Lane, Little St. John Street, Chester, CH1 1QX.<br>Saturday 18th March at 7.30pm. Admission £20.<br>For tickets:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/3H3aGK8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://bit.ly/3H3aGK8</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Hoole Methodist Church</span></strong>&nbsp;&#8220;Let all the world in every corner sing: My God and King!&#8221;<br>Sunday 19th March at 3pm.&nbsp; If you need to find some time and space to relax and let the worries of the world drift away for a while, then this occasion is ideal for you.&nbsp; There will be quiet, reflective piano/organ music with images and words of comfort, followed by our usual refreshments.&nbsp; This event is free so do come along!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Farndon &amp; District Brass Band with Entourage Ladies Choir</u></strong>&nbsp;at Upton United Reformed Church. Saturday 22nd April at 7.30pm. Admission £10 (no charge for children).<br>Tickets from Phil Mason (01244 383174) or on the door.<br>For more information email Phil Mason:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:philanddeb44@yahoo.co.uk">philanddeb44@yahoo.co.uk</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Chester Male Voice Choir Spring Festival Concert with special guests Haydock Male Voice Choir</u></strong>&nbsp;at St Columba&#8217;s Church, Plas Newton Lane, Chester<br>Friday April 28th at 7.30pm. Admission £12 for adults, £6 for under-18s.<br>For tickets:&nbsp;<a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.chestermalevoice.com/concerts/" target="_blank">https://www.chestermalevoice.com/concerts/</a><br>Call John on 07894 509529</p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 5 Mar 2023</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Suzanne Christopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 10:49:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us this Sunday, 5th March 2023 9am Holy Communion &#8211;&#160;The Way to Galilee, Matthew 4: 12-2510:45am All Age Worship&#160;(no&#160;Kidschurch) This week @ All Saints Youth6-7:30pm Sunday...]]></description>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us this Sunday, 5th March 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">9am Holy Communion &#8211;&nbsp;The Way to Galilee, Matthew 4: 12-25<br>10:45am All Age Worship&nbsp;(no&nbsp;Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This week @ All Saints Youth<br>6-7:30pm Sunday Youth (5pm Bible Study)</p>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Cheerful Givers Lunch this Sunday, 12.15 for 12.30pm</strong></h1>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Come and join us for a home cooked meal and well deserved company.<br>All are welcome. Pull up a chair, there&#8217;s room to spare!<br> <br>You can sign up here <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/community-groups/cheerful-givers/" target="_blank">https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/community-groups/cheerful-givers/</a> or by emailing rachel.kirkland@allsaints.church making sure you include any dietary requirements or by phoning the church office on 01244 322056.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer Focus for this week</strong>: Emma Roberts and the Narrative Theatre Company as they prepare for their upcoming performance.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://allsaints.church/about-us/the-world-church/">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>West Cheshire Food Bank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of unopened, within date, items – particularly tinned potatoes, instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, UHT juice and tinned meat.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-money/">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Greeting cards</strong> for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of <a href="https://www.tearfund.org/">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Upcoming Concerts</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Chester Bach Singers St Matthew Passion</u></strong>&nbsp;at St. John the Baptist Church, Vicar&#8217;s Lane, Little St. John Street, Chester, CH1 1QX.<br>Saturday 18th March at 7.30pm. Admission £20.<br>For tickets:&nbsp;<a href="http://bit.ly/3H3aGK8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://bit.ly/3H3aGK8</a></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Farndon &amp; District Brass Band with Entourage Ladies Choir</u></strong>&nbsp;at Upton United Reformed Church<br>Saturday 22nd April at 7.30pm. Admission £10 (no charge for children).<br>Tickets from Phil Mason (01244 383174) or on the door.<br>For more information email Phil Mason:&nbsp;philanddeb44@yahoo.co.uk</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong><u>Chester Male Voice Choir Spring Festival Concert with special guests Haydock Male Voice Choir</u></strong> at St Columba&#8217;s Church, Plas Newton Lane, Chester<br>Friday April 28th at 7.30pm. Admission £12 for adults, £6 for under-18s.<br>For tickets: <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.chestermalevoice.com/concerts/" target="_blank">https://www.chestermalevoice.com/concerts/</a><br>Call John on 07894 509529</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Operations Manager at KidsBank Chester</strong><br>25 hours per week @ £15ph Full-time pro rata salary is £27,300pa<br><strong>Closing date for applications:&nbsp;</strong>Friday 10th March with interviews on the week commencing Monday 20th March.<br><em>To apply please send your CV and a covering letter&nbsp;to Nick Pettingale, Chair of Trustees: nick.pettingale@gmail.com</em></p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Worker with Children and Young Families</strong><br>Crewe by Farndon Family &amp; Community Methodist Church.<br>15 hours per week.<br>Enhanced safeguarding certificate will be required. <br><strong>Closing date for applications: </strong>noon Friday 17 March 2023.<br><em>For further details please contact Rev Malcolm Lorimer maxcricket@btinternet.com<br>or 01270 625278</em></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us this Sunday, 22nd January 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sabbath Series: Rest &#8211; Matthew 11:28-12:14</strong><br><br>9am Holy Communion<br>10:45am Service (with Kidschurch)<br>1-3pm Safeguarding Training</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This Sunday @ Kidschurch<br>&nbsp;We are continuing to follow the 60 sec Bible Trek material.&nbsp; In this mini series we look at the ministry of Jesus and this week we kick off with the baptism of Jesus and the launching of his public ministry.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This Sunday @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am&nbsp;Breakfast &amp; Bible (Sabbath series)<br>6-7:30pm&nbsp;Sunday Youth (Bible Study at 5pm)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Promoting a Safer Church</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Prayer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>This week&#8217;s prayer focus&nbsp;</strong>is for Heart &amp; Soul Cafe.<br><br><strong>Pray for the sick,&nbsp;</strong>especially for Charli Perkins, Paul Johnson,&nbsp;Len Morris, Sarah, Sharon Newall, Georgia Harding, Dean Wilson, John &amp; Sheila Douglas, Angela&nbsp;Underhill, Elijah (baby son of Rachel Collier’s friend), Matt Banks, Richard Jones, Alastair Vize, Florence Petri, Viv Sumner,&nbsp; Alex Haslam, Cath Wells, Steve Bubb, Christopher Wilkinson, Cathy Armstrong, Doris&nbsp; Holland, Su Jones, Rachel Kirkland, Anne Blundell (Jane Speare’s sister), Frazer &amp; Nicky Budd, Jean Price (Laura Walker’s mum) and Cora Fielding.<br><br><strong>Pray for the long-term sick,</strong>&nbsp;especially for Doreen Edwards, Hilary Shergold, Mary<br>Maddocks, Jane Ashford, Stephen Beveridge, Reg &amp; Jane Bolton, Mina Bowles, Katy<br>Durdant-Hollamby, Audrey Davies, Peter Fabian, Ron Griffiths, Gill Holt, Jeannie Hughes,&nbsp;Pip Jones, Elizabeth Lusty (Pawson), Cath Reeve, Tony &amp; Margaret Thackray, Raphael Vize, Paula Warren, Catherine Wilson and others at home especially Sheila Davies, Gladys Heppell and Joyce Kirby.<br><br><strong>Pray for the bereaved,&nbsp;</strong>especially for the family and friends of the late Roy Poynton, Pat Creeth (Andy&#8217;s mum), Ruth Dutton and Michael Peers.<br><br><strong>Pray for those bereaved a year ago</strong>, especially for the family and friends of the late&nbsp;Joan Smith.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Other News</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Christingle Service</strong><br>We raised a fabulous £541.50 at our Christingle Services which has since been paid to The Children&#8217;s&nbsp;Society.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Ukraine Christian Ministries</strong><br>Thank you for your support of&nbsp;Ukraine Christian Ministries.&nbsp; The total raised in 2022 was £965 and is in addition to the £250 donated from the All Saints Tithe by the Wider Church Committee.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Missing Christmas Jumper</strong><br>Obby Guinness has lost his brand new Christmas jumper and we&#8217;re wondering if anyone might have seen it in or around the church/centre&nbsp; in the week leading up to Christmas.&nbsp;If so,&nbsp;please do let Rachael or the office know. Thank you!&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://allsaints.church/about-us/the-world-church/">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>West Cheshire Food Bank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of unopened, within date, items – particularly tinned potatoes, instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, UHT juice and tinned meat.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-money/">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tearfund.org/">Tearfund</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">For Sale/Offers</h2>



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<li>Rangemaster classic Deluxe 90 cooker.&nbsp; Dual fuel &#8211; gas hob, electric ovens.&nbsp;2 ovens plus separate grill. Great cooker. Needs to go by end of January. Buyer collects.</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Glass cooker hood too.&nbsp;Photos are available from Vicki and the office.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;See Vicki or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:vicki.bulgin@allsaints.church">vicki.bulgin@allsaints.church</a><br>&nbsp;</p>



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<li>The church centre&nbsp;have two Beko fridge/freezers available.&nbsp; One in full working order&nbsp;for which a donation would be welcome and the other would be suitable for use in a garage for drinks, as the fridge doesn&#8217;t quite keep its temperature. This one is free.</li>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;See Christina or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:centre@allsaints.church">centre@allsaints.church</a></p>



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		<title>Weekly notices, 29 Jan 2023</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us this Sunday, 29th January 2023 Sabbath Series: Delight &#8211; Isaiah 58:13-149am Holy Communion10:45am Holy Communion&#160;(with Kidschurch) This Sunday @ Kidschurch&#160;Funday Sunday! The session...]]></description>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Join us this Sunday, 29th January 2023</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sabbath Series: Delight &#8211; Isaiah 58:13-14</strong><br>9am Holy Communion<br>10:45am Holy Communion&nbsp;(with Kidschurch)</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This Sunday @ Kidschurch<br>&nbsp;Funday Sunday! The session will include worship and games and a chance to get to know each other better.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This Sunday @ All Saints Youth<br>10:45am&nbsp;Breakfast &amp; Bible (Sabbath series)<br>6-7:30pm&nbsp;Sunday Youth (Bible Study at 5pm)</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>What&#8217;s on this week (12th &#8211; 17th June)</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Mon 12th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/children-and-families/little-lights/">Little Lights</a>, 10-11.30am &amp; 1-2.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Tues 13th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>The Raven Community, 10.30am<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a> Prayer Time, 2.30pm: <strong><em>When I pray coincidences happen.  When I don’t, they don’t. </em></strong>William Temple (1881-1944). Join us to hear what&#8217;s happening in the café and to pray for all the work, customers &amp; volunteers.<br>Deo Gratias Choir, 7.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wed 14th June:</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Junior Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 4.30 &#8211; 5.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Thurs 15th June</strong><br><a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 8.45am &#8211; 2pm<br>Chatty Group in <a href="https://allsaints.church/cafe/">Heart &amp; Soul Café</a>, 10.30am &#8211; 12 noon<br><a href="https://allsaints.church/groups-and-activities/the-narrative-theatre-company/">Narrative Theatre Company</a>, 5 &#8211; 6.30pm<br>Rising Generation, 6.30pm</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Fri 16th June</strong><br>Funeral service for Gillian Coates, 10:40am at <strong>CHESTER CREMATORIUM</strong>.  Gill&#8217;s family warmly invite her friends from All Saints Church to attend and to also join them afterwards for light refreshments at The Bistro, Abbotswood.  Please dress in bright colours. Donations to Cancer Research or the RSPCA.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Sat 17th June</strong><br>Chester Deo Gratias Choir Summer Concert, 7.30pm</p>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Christian Aid Week</h2>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thanks to all those who contributed to Christian Aid Week.  The total collected from the two church services plus the online JustGiving page was £301, from which a further £57.50 will be recovered in Gift Aid, making a total of £358.50.  Some will have given directly to Christian Aid, making the total from All Saints higher.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Opportunities to help/volunteer</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Hook-a-Duck</strong><br>On Friday 16th June, Hoole C of E Primary School are holding their Summer Fair.&nbsp; &nbsp;Once again, All Saints will be running the &#8216;hook-a-duck&#8217; and we are looking for some help from our church family between 2.30 and 5.30pm. Even if you can spare an hour, that would be very much appreciated.&nbsp; Please let either Gemma or the office know.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Calling all Bakers</strong><br>Would you help bless all the staff at Hoole C of E Primary School as they complete this academic year?  On Tuesday 25th July, we would like to deliver a selection of homemade cakes and biscuits for them to enjoy during their breaks and lunchtime that day.<br><br>If you&#8217;d like to bake some cakes/biscuits and bring them along to the church centre on Monday 24th July, please do have a chat with Gemma and let her know what you will provide.<br><br>Thank you in advance!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Current vacancies</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Youth Worker</strong><br>We are looking for a full-time youth worker (37.5 hours per week) to carry on the thriving work with our amazing youth. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.<br> <br><strong>Operations Manager</strong><br>We are looking for a part-time Operations Manager (30 hours per week) to help the church translate our vision into effective implementation. This will include liaising with the various PCC committees, supervising the administrative staff and having operational oversight of the church’s resources. If you are interested and would like to know more then please contact me for further details: <a href="mailto:tina.trevett@allsaints.church">tina.trevett@allsaints.church</a> or check out the job description <a href="https://allsaints.church/vacancies/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph"><strong>ALL SAINTS SUMMER FESTIVAL&nbsp;&#8211; SUNDAY 16TH JULY</strong></p>



<p class="has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph">This will be a short joint service of celebration and thanksgiving for all that God has done in the life of All Saints over the last year followed by a BBQ, fete games, inflatables, ice cream van and hopefully sunshine!<br>If you would like to get involved in preparing for this event<br>please speak to Gemma.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Costa del Coach Tours</h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Wednesday 16th &#8211; Friday 18th August</strong></p>


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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Bookings are now being taken for our three day 5 star holiday at home for older members of our church family and wider community.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We would love you to join us as a guest or helper. Come for 1, 2 or all 3 days. Booking forms are available in the main church building. For more information pick up a brochure, send us an email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:costa@allsaints.church" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">costa@allsaints.church</a>&nbsp; or speak to one of the Costa team: Vicki Bulgin, Gill Brown, Elaine Hemmings or Paula Warren.&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">We are going to have a fabulous time!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Launch of “All Saints Free Cycle” Facebook Group</strong></h2>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Most of us have things lying around at home that have been outgrown or that we don’t need anymore. We now have a Facebook group which allows members to offer items for free, and also to ask for items they require, either for themselves or for others in need!</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">The idea is simple:</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 1: JOIN</strong><br>Search Facebook for “All Saints Free Cycle” and request to join the group. This is a private group and will only have members of All Saints in it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 2: POST</strong><br>Post photos of the items you are offering, including a brief description and any measurements if necessary.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>STEP 3: GIVE</strong><br>Once someone has commented on your post that they would like your item, arrange collection. This can be either in church after a service, or picked up/dropped off privately.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">This will hopefully be a great way to bless each other within our church family, and also to support those we know to be in need in our wider community. It’s also an opportunity to build connections with members of the congregation you may not often speak to in church on a Sunday!&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Any questions, feel free to speak to Helen Foden</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">First Saturday of every month, 10am -12 noon in Hoole Lighthouse Centre on Westminster Road.<br>£2.50 per family which includes snacks, drinks and bacon/veggie sausage sandwiches. Suitable for Dads or male guardians and children age from 0-11.</p>
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<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you ever have any safeguarding concerns relating to children and/or vulnerable adults pass these on to our Safeguarding Officers, Jeff Turnbull or Val Ornsby, either in person or by emailing <a href="mailto:safeguarding@allsaint.church">safeguarding@allsaints.church</a>.<br>Further contact details can be found on the posters in church and the church centre or <a href="https://allsaints.church/church-life/safeguarding/">here</a>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Prayer focus for this week: </strong>Vicki and the Chester Deo Gratias Choir as they prepare for their Summer Concert on Saturday 17th June. </p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Donation Station</strong><br>We now have a second donation station which is in the centre foyer and can be used for one off donations along with donations for Little Lights and Cheerful Givers.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=182c9e05a0&amp;e=06400d8421">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.<br><br><strong>West Cheshire Foodbank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, puddings, tinned vegetables,&nbsp;UHT juice and tinned potatoes.&nbsp; Copies of their full shopping list are available in&nbsp;the centre foyer. Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=2ccb5f141d&amp;e=06400d8421">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.&nbsp; If you&#8217;d like to know more about the foodbank, please go to&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=66c613b843&amp;e=06400d8421" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/</a><br><br><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://church.us20.list-manage.com/track/click?u=93fc9dcc378e7eed008e7dad2&amp;id=aac61cc4c0&amp;e=06400d8421">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>This week&#8217;s Prayer Focus&nbsp;</strong>is for those who are unwell and the bereaved.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Welcome back to Andy Warren and a thank you</strong><br>It was great to welcome Andy Warren back to&nbsp;work this month&nbsp;following his surgery in the Autumn.&nbsp;The staff team would like to say thank you to all those who helped in and around the centre during his absence.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Ukraine Christian Ministries</strong><br>Thank you for your support of&nbsp;Ukraine Christian Ministries.&nbsp; The total raised in 2022 was £965 and is in addition to the £250 donated from the All Saints Tithe by the Wider Church Committee.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>The World Church</strong><br>All Saints supports a number of individuals and groups around the world. Please see the noticeboard at the back of church, or&nbsp;<a href="https://allsaints.church/about-us/the-world-church/">visit our mission page</a>&nbsp;for information on our mission partners.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>West Cheshire Food Bank</strong>&nbsp;are in need of donations of unopened, within date, items – particularly tinned potatoes, instant mash, jams, spreads, custard, UHT juice and tinned meat.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please put any donations in the collection crates in the church centre foyer. Alternatively, you can&nbsp;<a href="https://westcheshire.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-money/">make a cash donation online</a>. Thank you for your continued support.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Greeting cards</strong>&nbsp;for all occasions by Gill Holt. Please have a look after the Sunday services and support the work of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tearfund.org/">Tearfund</a>.</p>



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<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>St Mark&#8217;s Saltney &#8211;&nbsp;Youth and Outreach Worker</strong><br>20 hrs per week.&nbsp; For more information email: <a href="mailto:church.office@stmarkssaltney.org.uk">church.office@stmarkssaltney.org.uk</a><br>Closing date for applications 31st January</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><strong>Christ Church &#8211;&nbsp;Administrator</strong><br>12 hrs per week.&nbsp; For more information email: <a href="mailto:vicar@christchurchchester.com">vicar@christchurchchester.com</a><br>Closing date for applications 3rd February</p>



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