Sunday 9th 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,
By the Tenth Sunday after Trinity, the Church has been travelling through Ordinary Time long enough to discover that ordinary life is rarely very ordinary. Just when the water appears calm and the route seems straightforward, a storm arrives—usually without first consulting the diary.
This Sunday, Revd. Richard will lead us into Matthew 14:22–33, where the disciples find themselves battling wind and waves, and Jesus comes to them across the water. It is a story filled with fear and faith, courage and confusion—and with the reassuring discovery that Christ is not absent simply because the weather has turned against us.
Come and join us this Sunday—and do bring a friend or family member. They need not have everything calm, tidy or worked out. Indeed, that would make them rather unusual company for the disciples.
Every blessing,
Mark 甄英深
Notices
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!
CHILDREN’S SOCIETY COLLECTION BOXES. This year we gave a total of £870 for the work of the Children's Society. Thank you all very much. If anyone would like to start collecting please let me know. Janet Cook.
LISTEN OUT FOR ST.JOHN’S! From Monday 10th to Saturday 15th August, the daily reflections on the Church of England’s free Everyday Faith App will feature contributions from St John’s. Each day includes a short Bible reading, reflection and prayer, available to read or listen to. Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play and join us!
PRAYER FOR WOODLEY | SATURDAY 15th August 2026 9.00am. A monthly gathering of Churches from across Woodley to pray together. This month, meet at Christ Church, Crockhamwell Rd., on Saturday 15th August at 9.00am.
For our prayers
For our world. So many countries are in crisis just now. Pray for those that are at war. For the suffering people. For the government and the leaders who are able to stop the fighting if they will talk peace. For those affected by extreme weather. Again pray for people suffering from extreme heat and drought. For those experiencing earthquakes. For the rescue teams putting their lives at risk. For those making dangerous journeys to find a safe place to live. Pray that we will play our part where we can.
For our country. Pray for all who are travelling for work or holidays. Pray for ease of travel on the roads, the sea, in the air or on rails. Pray for our farmers who are struggling with extreme weather conditions which are affecting their crops. Pray for all working in the heatwave, that they will have plenty of rest and fluids to sustain them. Pray for our hospital staff coping with those suffering from the heat. Pray that rain will come soon to where it is needed.
For those who are unwell. Hold in your prayers all those dear ones who are experiencing health issues just now. Especially pray for Suzanne, Clive, Ken, Pauline H., Lucy, Pat A, Michael B, Ian, Arthur, Carol, Irene and Ricky M, Liz, Dhoj Gurung, Mo, Ruilan, baby Edward and baby Niahm. Pray too for all who care for them.
In our prayers. Pray for all mourning the loss of a loved one. Pray for the family of St, John’s. For Mark, Suzanne, Richard, Dawn and their families. For our young people and all who look after them. For our PCC and Jenny our churchwarden. For those who play the music for our services. For our Asian congregation as they meet on a Sunday afternoon led by Richard. For every person who walks through our doors, they will receive a warm welcome. Pray that we will be a shining light in our community.
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 9th August
9.00am - Bubble Church.
10.00am - Service of Holy Communion. The Tenth Sunday after Trinity. This week’s Bible readings will be Romans 10: 5-15 and Matthew 14: 22-33. 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 12th August
10.00am - Midweek Communion.
NO Fellowship & Study Group on Zoom ID: 96292542704.
Friday 14th August
NO Lunch, Munch and Chinwag.
Saturday 15th August
9.00am - Prayer for Woodley. To be held at Christ Church, Crockhamwell Rd.
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 fruit, tins of soup, biscuits and toiletries (particularly soap & shampoo). 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.
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