24th October 2021 – Bible Sunday All Saints Church, Childwall
Read: 2 Timothy 3 v14 – 4 v5
14 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you know those from whom you learned it, 15 and how from infancy you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. 16 All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, 17 so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
4 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction. 3 For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear. 4 They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths. 5 But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, discharge all the duties of your ministry.
Reflect:
This Sunday is known as ‘Bible Sunday’. On this Sunday our bible reading particularly reminds us of the importance and truth of God’s word the Bible! Have you ever stopped and reflected on the fact that all scripture is God-breathed, it is his inspired word that has been recorded for our benefit?
The first bible that I ever read for myself was one that my Godmother had given me at my baptism.
For many years growing up I had this bible but I didn’t read it. In many ways I was overwhelmed by the endless pages of words. In the front though was a personal message from my Godmother Doreen where she had highlighted Joshua ch1 v9, “Be strong and of good courage; be not frightened, neither be dismayed; for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Before I started reading this bible regularly, I would often get it out and read this single verse. This was the first verse from the bible that I learned and could remember, and it has remained very important to me to this day.
To me God’s word the Bible is powerful and effective. It directs us and guides us and gives us values and principles to live by. It is equally challenging though and is not always comfortable to read, because God calls us to live by his standards and not our own. Our passage today gives us a very clear charge or responsibility. To proclaim and preach God’s word ‘in season and out of season’, in other words, every day! I encourage you to read the passage above and reflect on its words. The bible is not just there to teach us but to rebuke and correct us as well! We are told to be patient though for often we are slow to respond, we need to hear God’s word repeatedly and take time to digest his words. Ultimately, we need to be obedient to the truth that his word contains and to be willing to put it into practice.
Respond:
What was the first verse from the bible that you can remember reading and learning? What is the significance of that verse for you? When do you read or hear God’s word regularly? Is it just on a Sunday when you are in church? I encourage you to make a daily habit of reading God’s word. There are many ways that you can do this yourself. There are many digital versions available now on apps, which make reading accessible and regular, particularly when you are sent reminders!
Pray: Blessed Lord, who caused all holy scriptures to be written for our learning: help us so to hear them, to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest them that, through patience, and the comfort of your holy word, we may embrace and for ever hold fast the hope of everlasting life. Through Christ our Lord Amen.
Andrew Colmer Vicar of All Saints Childwall
Church Services
Sunday 24th October – 9.15am – Service with Holy Communion 11am – Service of the word & Baptism
6pm – Evening service (in the Church Hall with tea & coffee afterwards)
Thursday 28th October – 10.45am BCP Holy Communion
Sunday 31st October – 9.15am – Service with Holy Communion 11am – Service of the Word
Please note – with it being a 5th Sunday there will be no Children’s work in the hall today. Children from our Rocks and Pebbles groups will be helping to lead us in our worship at both morning services.
6pm – Evening service (in the Church Hall with tea & coffee afterwards)
Thursday 4th November – 10.45am BCP Holy Communion
Sunday 7th November – 9.15am – Service of the Word 11am – Service with Holy Communion
6pm – Evening Service (in the Church Hall with tea & coffee afterwards)
Zoom Sunday Coffee – Every Sunday at 10.45am – Meeting ID:842 767 1496 Password: 4allsaintshttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/8427671496?pwd=K2dMMnlvTHpwTkxDNEV6bDYwQXBDQT09
Online Church Services – We are continuing to record our Sunday morning service in church. It will be uploaded to our website to be viewed each week soon after 11am. www.allsaintschildwall.org.uk
Morning Prayer– Monday and Friday at 8:00am – Common Worship Morning prayer service with words on screen. Optional Chat after the service. Meeting ID: 865 694 0214 Passcode: mprayer
Weekly prayer meeting – Thursday 6.30pm on Zoom. Why not join a group of us at All Saints that pray regularly. It lasts 40 minutes, you can pray, sit and listen or just contemplate. – Aidan Holmes https://us04web.zoom.us/j/8802380315?pwd=cGxQTnQ0QVRjU1gyUnBrYnJMMzZldz09
Please note joining ID. Meeting ID: 880 238 0315 Passcode: yt76bq
Childwall Community Choir
Are you interested in joining a new community choir to sing at various events this Christmas?
No experience needed and NO auditions. Just come along and join in, meet some new friends and have
some fun. The choir will be singing at Christmas community events within the parish including the lighting
of the Community Christmas tree that is placed on All Saints Hall roof on Saturday 4th December.
Please see flyer at the end of this sheet which contains all the details and rehearsal dates that are
being held at Hope University starting on Thursday 4th November.
VESTRY HOUR – every Tuesday in Church
If you would like to book a Baptism or a Wedding or speak to us about anything else, please come
to Vestry Hour which is held in the church on Tuesday evenings between7pm and 8pm,
no appointment is necessary. Please use the small wooden door to the left of the tower for access.
You do not need to knock; just come in, take a seat and you will be seen privately in turn.
School Forms – Primary School Applications
I will be making appointments for Primary School applications after the October half term.
Please email me or text me after half term to make an appointment. Thank you, Andrew
Living in Love & Faith course at All Saints (LLF)
The LLF course is a major new exploration of Christian teaching and learning about identity, sexuality, relationships and marriage. Each of the five sessions explore one key topic, with an opening reflection, teaching, video story, discussion and Bible study.
The LLF course will run monthly at All Saints to give time for reflection and discussion in between.
Starting on Thursday 4th November at 8pm in the Church Hall. A daytime session will also be offered if it is needed. Please speak to Andrew or Helen or email them if you are interested in coming along.
Come and celebrate the light!
‘The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it’ John 1:5.
Saturday 30th October from 4pm – 6pm in All Saints Church Hall
Join us at All Saints Childwall for a bright and fun celebration of all
things bright and beautiful – dress in your brightest colours!*
Suitable for school ages 5 – 11** this will be a positive, Christian alternative to Halloween.
The focus is on how light guides us out of the darkness and brings us joy and hope.
On the night children will have a chance to be involved in:
Craft activities, Games, Party DJ, Competitions with PRIZES, FUN (that bit is compulsory!!!)
Simple food and drinks will be provided so bring yourself, bring your friends and let’s have some
fun with the ‘special guest appearance’ that will make this light party a night to remember!!!
Due to COVID restrictions only 60 places will be available
– so early booking on Eventbrite is advised so as not to miss out!!!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/192351427297
*Competition and prize for the brightest, whackiest outfit!!!
**Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout.
Adeyinka Olushonde – Ordinand – adeyinka.allsaintschildwall@gmail.com
We need volunteers to join the Church Cleaning rota – would you be willing to join a team?
A cleaning session takes about 1 hour with a group of 4 people, every 7 weeks, on a Friday or Saturday.’
Further details from Angela Mooney. Tel: 722 2260 Mob: 07748 092 657
The Children’s Society – house box holders
A big thank you to those who have and continue to support The Children’s Society. The period 2020-2021 raised £655 from the returned house boxes and from donations. I will now be collecting in the house boxes for the period 2021- 2022. Please return your named house box to church or contact me to collect the box from you. If possible please gift aid the money that you have raised if you do not already do so.
I have forms that you can complete. Delia Owen (07747601269)
The Real Advent Calendar – please order yours now
Please see the separate flyer at the end of this sheet which details the various ways you can order them.
Weekly Prayer requests – If you would like other members of our church family to pray for you or a family member, please send me their names for this sheet, please ask permission from the person. Please pray for all those who are unwell at this time particularly praying for Nicoli Gray (Carole Turner’s daughter), David Miller, Patricia Horne, Margaret Whitehead, Alan Kirk, Louise Kenny and CharlotteFitzsimon. We also pray for the bereaved family and friends of John Hill.
With our prayers for you all at this time
Andrew Colmer – Vicar – Tel: 07305 842257 – vicar.allsaintschildwall@gmail.com
Helen Deegan – Curate – Tel: 07984 933467 – curate.allsaintschildwall@gmail.com
Bill Forster – Associate Minister – william.forster1@btinternet.com
Adeyinka Olushonde – Ordinand – adeyinka.allsaintschildwall@gmail.com
