In the Chapel this week:
Tuesday 9am, Prayer @ the Chapel.
Advent Art Reflection drop in space – Reflect on the themes of Hope, Peace, Joy, Love and the gift of Jesus through this Advent through a series of art works by New Zealand Artist Rachel Doragh. Art with the theme of the following Sunday will be on display along with a guide for reflection.
Children’s Advent Service – 10am Sunday, 7th December: Come along and celebrate Advent with the young people of the Village. Everyone is welcome at this special service– bring your children, your grandchildren and your neighbours! Morning tea will follow the service. If you are able to bring a plate of child-friendly food to share, it would be much appreciated.
December Communion Service: In December Communion will be celebrated on Sunday 14th (the 2nd Sunday) instead of the 3rd Sunday.
Friendly Circle Christmas Lunch: Tuesday 16th December, midday, at the home of Jennifer R. Please come and join us. Contact Pat or Jennifer for further information.
“Community Christmas Tree Festival” to be held inside St Paul’s Church, Harewood Rd on 12th-14th December. All proceeds go to local Christchurch food banks. Entry is by non-perishable food item or a gold coin donation. Come and see the Christmas trees decorated by community groups, vote for your favourite. Christmas raffle with great prizes. Live Christmas Carols with local brass bands on Friday and Saturday 5pm-6.30pm. Opening hours for viewing the Christmas Trees are: Friday 4pm-7pm, Saturday 4pm-7.30pm, Sunday 1pm-4pm.
Roster Reminder – 7 December:
Setup: Market Team. Welcoming: Teresa, Judith & Andrew.
Reading: Jenny & Trevor. Counting: John C, Margaret M.
Technician: Grant. Morning Tea: Christine & Wayne C, Lesley.
| Nov/
Dec |
Time | Event | Venue |
| Sun 30 | 10.00am | Bagels & Coffee, followed by our Worship Service | Bryndwr |
| ‘5th Sunday Feast Day’ – stay for a shared lunch | Bryndwr | ||
| Mon 1 | 9.30am | Music Moments | Papanui |
| 10.00am | Creative Nest, painting group | Papanui | |
| Tue 2 | 9.00am | Prayer @ the Chapel | Bryndwr |
| 10.00am | Creative Nest, drop-in (10.00-12.30) | Papanui | |
| 10.00am | Fly-Bys visiting | ||
| Wed 3 | 9.45am | Badminton | Papanui |
| 10.00am | Pre-School Music | Bryndwr | |
| Thur 4 | 9.30am | Steady as you go, falls prevention exercise class | Papanui |
| 9.30am | Playful Generations | Papanui | |
| 10.15am | Pop-ins visitors | Papanui | |
| 11.30am | Midweek Worship followed by light lunch (provided) | Papanui | |
| 5-6pm | Thursday Hour | Bryndwr | |
| 6.00pm | Youth Group | Bryndwr | |
| Fri 5 | 11.00am | GoGrans Exercise Group | Bryndwr |
| Sat 6 | 9.00am | Clothing Shop and the Village Market | Bryndwr |
| Sun 7 | 10.00am | Worship Service | Bryndwr |
| 6.00pm | Table Talk | Papanui |