Sunday 26th July 2026
St John’s holds services in Church on Sundays at 10am, with a recording of the morning service uploaded online for those not able to join us.
Paper services available on request.
Dear Church Family,
This Sunday is the Eighth Sunday after Trinity, and we continue in that wonderfully green stretch of Ordinary Time, when the Church quietly insists that ordinary things are not ordinary at all.
In our Gospel reading from Matthew 13, Jesus gives us a handful of small, homely pictures: a mustard seed, yeast in flour, treasure in a field, a pearl, a net, and a householder bringing out treasures both new and old.
The kingdom of heaven, it seems, is not always announced by trumpets. Sometimes it is hidden in the soil, folded into the dough, tucked away in the middle of an ordinary field. God’s grace is often nearer than we think, and sometimes we need fresh eyes to recognise what has been there all along.
Do come along this Sunday, and perhaps bring a friend or family member with you. There may be more treasure nearby than we first imagined.
Every blessing,
Mark 甄英深
Notices
CAN YOU HELP? At St John's, we love investing in children and young people. Our brilliant Sunday morning Eagles groups are low on helpers this term – could you help out? It doesn't have to be every month (though it's wonderful if you can offer that). Role is subject to DBS and Safeguarding processes. Contact Dawn - families@stjohn-woodley.com or 07907 496769.
LUNCH, MUNCH & CHINWAG SUMMER BREAK. A reminder that our last lunch before the summer will be THIS Friday 24th July we will be back on Friday 4th September. We wish all our guests a pleasant summer. Gill, Janet, Lynn and Penny.
ARTS GROUP SUMMER BREAK. A reminder that the last session of the Art Group ahead of their Summer break will be THIS COMING Monday 27th July 2026 at 9.30am. They will return on 7th September.
BIBLE STUDY GROUP | Wednesday 29th July 2026 11.30am. The last study group ahead of their Summer break will meet THIS COMING Wednesday 29th July at 11.30am, following the Midweek Holy Communion Service.
MEN’S BREAKFAST | Saturday 1st August 8.30am. An opportunity for the men to meet up for good company and a hearty breakfast (optional) on Saturday 1st August at 8.30am at the Wee Waif, Charvil. All are welcome; bring a friend. It would help if you would let Nigel Collins know if you are coming on 07796284451 or email: thenigelcollins@outlook.com
For our prayers
For our world. Pray for all in our world who work for peace, who campaign for justice, who strive to relieve poverty and those who fight for the hungry. Pray for all who are suffering war just now. For those in countries where the government is corrupt and for those facing disaster. Pray for the people of Ukraine, Russia, Gaza, Israel, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Myanmar and Venezuela. Pray for the leaders and governments of each country. Pray for peace where there is war and help for the people of Venezuela to put their country back together again after the devastating earthquake.
For our country. Pray for us all as we face the uncertainty of government changes. Pray that those who will be making new decisions will do so with wisdom, insight, integrity and put people before party. Pray for all in local government that they will have the qualities to serve faithfully and fairly. Pray for our young people coming to the end of the school year. For those going to university and leaving home for the first time. For those who will be going to new schools and for the teachers who will be tired and glad of the break. Pray that the school holidays will be a time of rest and refreshment for all.
For those who are unwell. Pray for all of our loved ones who are wrestling with illness in body, mind or spirit. Especially pray for Suzanne, Clive, Ken, Pauline Hobbs, Lucy, Pat A, Sandra H, Michael B, Ian, Arthur, Carol, Irene and Ricky M, Liz, Dhoj Gurung, Mo, Ruilan, Margaret, baby Edward and baby Niamh. Pray too for all who care for them.
In our prayers. Pray for all mourning the loss of a loved one. Pray for Rachel and family mourning the loss of mum Devina McCabe. Pray for us all in the family of St. John’s. For Mark, Richard, Suzanne, Dawn and their families. For our PCC and all who lead our organisations. For those who nurture our young ones. For those who provide our delicious lunch on Fridays. Pray for our Asian congregation meeting on Sunday afternoons. Pray for each person who will walk through our doors.
Church Office
The church office is usually open Tuesday - Fridays from 10am - 12pm. Please note that any Notices need to be sent to info@stjohn-woodley.com by 11.00am on Wednesday, for inclusion in that week's newsletter.
THIS WEEK
Sunday 26th July
9.00am - Bubble Church.
10.00am - Service of Holy Communion. The Eighth Sunday after Trinity. This week’s Bible readings will be Psalm 128 and Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52. A video recording of the service will be uploaded to the website at: https://www.youtube.com/@stjohnswoodley
3.00pm - Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi Service.
Wednesday 29th July
10.00am - Midweek Communion.
11.30am - Bible Study Group. Contact Lorna for details.
NO Fellowship & Study Group on Zoom ID: 96292542704.
Friday 31st July
NO Lunch, Munch and Chinwag.
Pastoral Support
Would you like a prayer?
If you would like support, please do let us know - you do not need to face hard things alone. Please contact the office to arrange for a Pastoral Visit from one of our team. Alternatively, complete the prayer request form below and someone will be in touch.
A MESSAGE ON BEHALF OF WOODLEY FOODBANK. Thank you for your donations throughout the year. We are currently low in tins of baked beans, spaghetti and soups (all varieties); biscuits; toilet rolls; soap & washing up liquid. There continues to be a high demand at the moment, so your help is very much appreciated. Donations of Sugar, Coffee, Pasta Sauce, Noodles (inc. Pot Noodles), Tinned Vegetables (all types), Tinned fish, Tinned fruit, Tinned meat meals, Biscuits, Crisps, Custard - tinned and dried, Tinned Desserts, Long Life milk, Juice (cordial & long life), Toiletries and Toilet Rolls are welcome at any time.
Envelope Collection. David, our Treasurer, is kindly offering a collection service for those that usually give to St John’s by envelope. Please call him direct on 0118 969 2521 or email.
Church Suite - Login Required. Please do log in and update your personal contact details and what information you want to share with others in the St John’s church family. This way you can make sure you are kept up-to-date with news at St John’s and stay linked in with others. For those who are not online, we will be contacting them separately to do this.
