Sunday 2nd August 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 Ninth Sunday after Trinity, and our Gospel brings us one of the best-known scenes in the Bible: a large crowd, a very small amount of food, and disciples who have clearly not brought enough sandwiches.
Revd Mark will be exploring this familiar story from Matthew 14—and showing why there may be rather more going on than first appears. It is a story full of contrast, surprise and the wonderfully generous way Jesus deals with people.
Come and join us this Sunday for worship, Holy Communion and time together. And do bring a friend, neighbour or member of the family. They do not need to know the service, understand everything, or arrive with five loaves and two fish. They are simply welcome.
Every blessing,
Mark 甄英深
Notices
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
GREEN PASTURES GRIEF CAFE | Tuesday 4th August 2026 2.00pm. The cafe will be held in the Church Centre on Tuesday 4th August at 2.00pm.
SUMMER BREAKS OF CHURCH GROUPS. Many groups that meet at St. John's are taking a well earned break over the Summer. Toddlers - returning in a new format, to be confirmed. Fellowship & Study Group on Zoom - return date in September to be confirmed. Lunch, Munch & Chinwag - returning Friday 4th September. Arts Group - returning Monday 7th September. Bible Study Group - returning Wednesday 16th September. Mothers’ Union - returning Wednesday 16th September. Watch this space for updates!
For our prayers
For our world. Pray for peace in our broken world. For peace where there is war, peace where there is civil unrest, peace where a country has been broken by disaster. Pray for all the suffering people. Pray for those in governmental authority who should have the knowledge and ability to put things right by talking to those they are at war with. Pray for those facing disasters of earthquakes and fires burning out of control. Pray for all who are trying to rescue people in these situations.
For our country. Pray for us all as we face uncertainty in our leadership. Pray that all who are elected will work to bring stability to our country. Pray for all who are affected by the prolonged heatwave. For our doctors, nurses and all who work in our hospitals. Pray for our police and all who work in our justice system at this time when there are people out of control and carrying knives. Pray for the safety of each one of us as we go about our daily business.
For those who are unwell. So many of our loved ones are struggling in one way or another with their health. Pray especially for Suzanne, Clive, Ken, Pauline Hobbs, Lucy, Pat A, Arthur, Ian, Michael B, Irene and Ricky M, Liz, Dhoj Gurung, Mo, Ruilan, Katie, 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. Hold in your prayers Rachel and family mourning the loss of mum Devina M. Pray for the family of St. John’s. For Mark, Richard, Suzanne, Dawn and their families. For our lovely young people who spread joy each Sunday. For all who work with our young people. For our PCC and Jenny our churchwarden. For those looking after our administration work. For those taking a well deserved break after providing delicious lunches on Fridays. For our Asian congregation which meets on Sunday afternoons. For each one of us that walks through our open 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 2nd August
9.00am - BCP Service of Holy Communion.
10.00am - Morning Family Service. The Ninth Sunday after Trinity.
This week’s Bible readings will be Genesis 32: 22-31 and Matthew 14: 13-21. A video recording of the service will be uploaded to the website at: https://www.youtube.com/@stjohnswoodley3.00pm - Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi Service.
Tuesday 4th August
2.00pm - Green Pastures Grief Cafe.
Wednesday 5th August
10.00am - Midweek Communion.
NO Fellowship & Study Group on Zoom ID: 96292542704.
Friday 7th August
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 spaghetti, soup, rice pudding, oil, biscuits & 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.
