All Saints Church Childwall

Please note that due to the bank holiday, there will be no ladies running group on Monday 15th May. We meet on Wednesday at 7.00 p.m as usual.

PRAISE GOD:

· That Jesus Christ prayed for our unity

· That Jesus Christ prayed for our protection

· That Jesus Christ prayed for our guidance

PLEASE PRAY FOR:

· Children, teachers and families as they enjoy a half-term break, remembering especially those students who are revising for public exams

· Wendy Taylor and her team as they prepare to make the move from Ashfield School to the Hall from next Sunday, giving thanks for all the years the school has been available to us and for all that has been taught and learned about Jesus over that time

· The staff and students of Ashfield School as they prepare to move to Aigburth from September, especially those staff who face an uncertain future with the relocation of the school

· Heather Billington as she edits and collates the Contact in preparation for printing and distribution, praying for the impact of Contact in our community and beyond

· Our new website, praying especially that it will be a relevant, effective and contemporary way of sharing the Good News of what God has done in Jesus Christ

· The Alpha Course and those who are taking part in it, praying that this week’s break will give an opportunity to reflect on what has been learned thus far, and asking that the Alpha Day on June 13th will provide a particular opportunity to respond to Jesus Christ in faith and commitment

· The people and government of Sri Lanka following the recent fierce fighting between government forces and the Tamil Tigers, asking that a long term, just and peaceful solution to both the causes and effect of this conflict might be found

· The work and witness of Christian summer camps and adventure holidays for children and young people, praying for all those planning and preparing to lead such camps in the summer

· The sick and those undergoing medical procedures.

· All who grieve the loss of a loved one or remember the anniversary of a death at this time.

06/06/2009

3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

June 6th 3-5pm in the church hall. Join us for craft, talk, BBQ and games as we look at ‘Messy Pentecost’. Weather permitting we’ll be outside so bring a picnic blanket.

See Sue or Jon Farmer or Jenny Davies for more info or email Messychurch@allsaintschildwall.org.uk

(Donations of cake for Messy Church would be much appreciated! Thanks)

We will shortly be preparing the June/July edition of “CONTACT”.  Should you wish to contribute to this publication, please contact Heather Billington on heather.billington@btinternet.com. Or 722 6769 .  All contributions should be sent to Heather no later than Thursday 21st May.

PRAISE GOD:

·  That the God so loved the world that He gave Jesus Christ to redeem humanity from sin

·  That the Jesus Christ calls us to live in His love eternally

·  That the Jesus Christ issues a new commandment for us to love one another

PLEASE PRAY FOR:

· The families and friends of Grace Fisher-Smith, Amy Lee, Millie Cain and Mason McConnell who are being baptised this morning

· The Children’s Council and PCC meeting on Monday, asking for God’s continued guidance in our corporate life and praying especially for those newly elected to serve on the PCC

· Bookworms on Monday, praying that the fellowship enjoyed will also lead to conversations regarding the Gospel and the person and work of Jesus Christ

· Gary, Joan and Scott as they meet with Sally Binyamin (Methodist Minister) on Wednesday  afternoon and for their continuing exploratory conversations regarding ways in which we might mission and minister together as sister communities of faith

· The services on Ascension Day and for their witness to Christ’s return to heaven, asking that we will live and witness courageously in the knowledge that Christ reigns at the right hand of God and will return as Sovereign Lord and Judge at the time of the Father’s choosing

· Our governments and council leaders that they will lead us with integrity, justice and consideration.

· The work and mission of Tearfund, especially their involvement in the Democratic Republic of Congo where they are helping millions of people as they  recover from 10 years of war.

· The sick and those undergoing medical procedures

·  All who grieve the loss of a loved one or remember the anniversary of a death at this time