Notices

CHURCH OFFICE: The Church Office will be open Tuesday – Thursday this week from 10am-12noon.  Notices for next weeks notice sheet should be sent to the Church Office by 10am on Wednesday by placing in the letter box outside the office, phoning 01933 412235 or emailing: stmaryschurchoffice@btinternet.com.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THOSE WHO ARE ILL: Brian H, Ann W, Vikki K, Maureen T, Dorothy J, Michelle S, Linda W, Sheila W, Betty A, Peter W, James G, Jennifer L, Ida B, Alma W and Glenis B.

FOR THE RECENTLY BEREAVED FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF: Pamela O’Rourke whose Funeral Service will be held at St Mary’s on Tuesday 17 June at 1.00pm and Richard Woodcock whose Funeral will be held at St Mary’s on Friday 27 June at 11am. 

FOR THOSE WHO ARE LONELY OR ISOLATED: If you know of anyone who is in need of Pastoral Care such as visiting or receipt of Communion please contact Tracey on 07805 566991.

FOR OUR PARTNERS IN MISSION: Tear Fund – Myanmar Earthquake – The number of fatalities is rising by the day, with countless more people being seriously affected by injury and the loss of their homes and livelihoods. Tearfund partners are on the ground providing life-saving aid to people desperately trying to recover and rebuild their lives. Please continue to pray for rescue and relief efforts in the region. 

FOR MISSION IN OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY: Pray for all the young people in our Community undergoing exams. May they find God’s peace and guidance during this time.

WEEKLY ZOOM PRAYER GATHERING – SUNDAY EVENINGS at 8.00 pm –  You are all invited to join us for prayer on Zoom weekly.  If you would like to attend please email the office for the link.

DONATIONS – To donate to St Mary’s through the Parish Giving Scheme use the QR code which will take you to St Mary’s page on the PGS website. 

ST MARY’S CRAFT GROUP –  The Craft Group are looking for volunteers to prepare and teach a Craft to this Group of Adults (10-15 people) who meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month 10am-12noon in the Church Hall. Craft expenses will be paid. If you feel this is something you would like to help with please contact Helen on 07814 226614.

ST MARY’S WORSHIP MUSIC GROUP – We are keen to get the music group up and running again. If you are interested in joining to either sing or play an instrument please contact Dan on 07904 465019.

CHILDRENS SOCIETY QUIZ – John’s final Quiz in aid of The Children’s Society Quiz titled ‘About Time’ is now available from Pam: 01933 313195, Mary: 01933 315383, Joy: 01933 318415 and Sam in St Mary’s Church Office early May. Price £1. 3 Prizes of £10. Closing date 31 October.

RUSHDEN MISSION 2026 – Rushden Mission will be in June 2026, Please pray. More details to follow.

AND INTO JUNE

DEEP YOUTH GROUP – SUNDAY 15 JUNE – 12noon – 1.30pm – School years 7 to 13. Meet in the Lower Hall to meet people, eat food, play fun games and learn about Jesus. Contact Helen: 07495 304974

BEANS CLUB – MONDAY 16 JUNE – 11.30am-12.30pm – Continues on Mondays after Bumps & Babes for all parents, carers and their children. All welcome.

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 18 JUNE – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 20 JUNE – 7.30-9.00pm.

WHO LET THE DADS OUT – SATURDAY 21 JUNE – 9.30am-12noon – Monthly event for dads, stepdads, Grandads, male carers and their younger children [0-6yrs]. Adults £5: children free

BEANS CLUB – MONDAY 23 JUNE – 11.30am-12.30pm – Continues on Mondays after Bumps & Babes for all parents, carers and their children. All welcome.

IGNITE KIDS CLUB – MONDAY 23 JUNE – 6.00-7.30pm – School years 1 to 6. Play games, crafts, cooking, trips out and more. £1.50 per session, plus extra for tuck. Contact Paula: 07505 381389

LOCAL CHURCHES COMMUNITY MEETING – TUESDAY 24 JUNE – 7.30pm
Following the most recent Council of Churches meeting, a meeting will be taking place to discuss how local churches are serving their community, with Katie Sullivan of North Northamptonshire Council . It will take place from at Highfield Community Baptist Church. All are welcome –  no need to book. Andrew Presland has more details at andrew.presland.harborough58@gmail.com or on 07943 307873

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 25 JUNE – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 27 JUNE – 7.30-9.00pm.

BEANS CLUB – MONDAY 30 JUNE – 11.30am-12.30pm – Continues on Mondays after Bumps & Babes for all parents, carers and their children. All welcome.

AND INTO JULY

CRAFTS & COFFEE/TEA – TUESDAY 1 JULY – 10am-12noon –  This month the Craft Group will be making ‘Zentangles’ in the Church Hall. Please arrive in good time to enjoy and do the crafts For more information contact Helen on 07814 226614.

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 2 JULY – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 4 JULY- 7.30-9.00pm. 

NEWTON BROMSWOLD VILLAGE FETE – SATURDAY 5 JULY – 2.00pm – Stalls, Games, Fancy Dress, Rushden Mission Band, Organ Playing, Ice Cream and Afternoon Teas will be served. 

DEEP YOUTH GROUP – SUNDAY 6 JULY – 12noon – 1.30pm – School years 7 to 13. Meet in the Lower Hall to meet people, eat food, play fun games and learn about Jesus. Contact Helen: 07495 304974

BEANS CLUB – MONDAY 7 JULY – 11.30am-12.30pm – Continues on Mondays after Bumps & Babes for all parents, carers and their children. All welcome.

LADIES GROUP – WEDNESDAY 9 JULY – 2.15-3.45 pm – for ladies of all ages – meet in the Church Hall for fun and fellowship. This month we will be celebrating Summer with a Gateau Day and a Flower Quiz. All welcome. For more information please contact Tracey on 07805 566991

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 9 JULY – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 11 JULY- 7.30-9.00pm. 

NEWTON BROMSWOLD SUMMER BARN DANCE – SATURDAY 12 JULY – 7.00pm – with the band Kelly’s Eye, Food and Bar. Tickets £12.50: £5 children – available from June 07703 476689 or email: friendsofNB@yahoo.com.

TOGETHER IN PRAYER AND PRAISE – SUNDAY 13 JULY – 6pm – at Highfield Road Baptist Church – All welcome.

BEANS CLUB – MONDAY 14 JULY – 11.30am-12.30pm – Continues on Mondays after Bumps & Babes for all parents, carers and their children. All welcome.

IGNITE KIDS CLUB – MONDAY 14 JULY – 6.00-7.30pm – School years 1 to 6. Play games, crafts, cooking, trips out and more. £1.50 per session, plus extra for tuck. Contact Paula: 07505 381389

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 16 JULY – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 18 JULY- 7.30-9.00pm. 

WHO LET THE DADS OUT – SATURDAY 19 JULY – 9.30am-12noon – Monthly event for dads, stepdads, Grandads, male carers and their younger children [0-6yrs]. Adults £5: children free

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 23 JULY – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 25 JULY- 7.30-9.00pm. 

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 30 JULY – 7.00pm in Church

AND IN AUGUST

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 1 AUGUST – 7.30-9.00pm. 

CRAFTS & COFFEE/TEA – TUESDAY 5 AUGUST – 10am-12noon –  This month the Craft Group will meet in the Church Hall. Please arrive in good time to enjoy and do the crafts For more information contact Helen on 07814 226614.

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 6 AUGUST – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 8 AUGUST – 7.30-9.00pm. 

LADIES GROUP – WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST – 2.15-3.45 pm – for ladies of all ages – meet in the Church Hall for fun and fellowship. All welcome. For more information please contact Tracey on 07805 566991

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 13 AUGUST – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 15 AUGUST – 7.30-9.00pm. 

WHO LET THE DADS OUT – SATURDAY 16 AUGUST – 9.30am-12noon – Monthly event for dads, stepdads, Grandads, male carers and their younger children [0-6yrs]. Adults £5: children free

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 20 AUGUST – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 22 AUGUST – 7.30-9.00pm. 

CHOIR PRACTICE – WEDNESDAY 27 AUGUST – 7.00pm in Church

BELLRINGING PRACTICE – FRIDAY 29 AUGUST – 7.30-9.00pm. 

SEPTEMBER

MEN’S BREAKFAST – SATURDAY 20 SEPTEMBER – 9.00 am – at PARK ROAD BAPTIST HALL, RUSHDEN Guest speaker from ‘Tough Talk’. £6 per person including full English breakfast.