from the
Vicar . . .
On Sunday 13th September we had a discussion in Church about what our
mission, our purpose is, as St Peter’s Church.
Of course the word ‘Church’ refers to more than just the building – it’s
the body of people who meet there regularly – for Sunday services, coffee
mornings, parish lunches, children’s groups like Pebbles and Little Fishes
and so on.
I asked people to list some things that are ‘great about St Peter’s Church.
Here are some of the answers that people came up with;
elcoming and Friendly
W
cceptance of people who don’t
A
see to fit in
reat coffee morning and lunch
G
onnecting with memories
C
Welcomes children
Music
Good fellowship
eveloping relationships
D
he atmosphere
T
The cake and coffee
To give thanks and praise
Mixed age groups
Sanctuary of peace and quiet
Supports families and children
Beautiful building
I also asked people for ways in which they thought we could improve and
among those answers the one that came up most was that we should do
more for teenagers.
We would be interested to hear from any other Arseley residents who
have an opinion about the Church as a body of people, and if any of the
positive comments above intrigue you, why not come along and see what
they mean!
With all best wishes
Geoffrey Boult, t: 01462 731227,
e: [email protected]
Arlesey Town
Football Club
Arlesey Town Football Club is a members owned, volunteer run football
club based in Arlesey, Bedfordshire. It has two senior teams playing
a high level of football at Steps 4 and 6 of the National League System.
Fixtures – 1st Team
Evo-Stik League Southern Division One Central
Saturday, 10th October 2015, 3:00pm.
Arlesey Town v Egham Town
Tuesday, 24th October 2015, 3:00pm,
Arlesey Town v North Greenford United
FA Trophy
Saturday, 3rd October 2015, 3:00pm. Arlesey Town v Redbridge
Admission Fees : Adult £9:00 / Concessions £5:00 / Under 16s £2:00
Fixtures - Reserves
Spartan South Midlands League Division One Cup
Saturday, 17th October 2015, 3:00pm.
Arlesey Town Reserves v Brimsdown
Admission Fees : Adult £5:00 / Concessions £3:00 / Under 16s £1:00
The Club plays its football at the aRMadillo Stadium, Hitchin Road,
Arlesey, Bedfordshire, SG15 6XT.
Volunteers Needed !
Arlesey Town Football Club is predominately managed and operated
by volunteers. The Club is always looking for individuals who would be
interested in giving regular assistance, even if for just a short time each
week. Currently we are actively looking for volunteers to help with the
following roles at the Club:
Groundskeepers / Administration / Match Day Assistants / Match Day
Reporters / Commercial Manager
If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact
John L Albon on 07785-865-138 or at [email protected]
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October 2015
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Church Services
St. Peter’s church
Some dates for your diary in October
Sundays
4th
1th
1
8th
1
25th
Other dates
9.30 am
Parish Communion
3.00 pm
Harvest Festival, St Guthlac’s, Astwick
10.00 am Morning Worship
9.30 am
Parish Communion
11.00 am Joint Service with Methodist Church at the
Methodist Church
Weds 14th
12.30 pm Parish Lunch (please contact Helen Bardell
to book a lunch)
Please note this is on the 2nd Weds this month
riday 16th
F
uesdays
T
Thursdays
7.00 pm
St Peter’s Quiz, Village Hall
10.00 am Coffee Morning in Church – everyone
welcome
5.00pm
‘Pebbles’ children’s group (except 27th)
1.30pm
‘Little Fishes’ toddlers’ group (except 29th)
Contacts
Vicar Reverend Geoffrey Boult t: 01462 731227
e: [email protected]
Churchwardens Helen Frost t: 07982 614028
Linsey West 07930 410164
Arlesey Methodist Church
Services for October are as follows:
Sunday October 4th: Preacher at 10.30 a.m.
Mr Richerd Dyster of Knebworth
Sunday October 11th: Preacher at 11.00 a.m. Rev Bob Forrest
Sunday October 18th: Preacher at 10.30 a.m.
Mr Andrew Searle of Hitchin
Sunday October 25th: Preacher at 11.00 a.m. Rev Bob Forrest.
This will be a service of Holy Communion and is united with
St. Peter’s Church
There will be the usual Coffee Morning on Saturday 24th October
between 10.00 a.m. and 12 noon. All are welcome to these events
Stewards
Minister at the church is Rev Bob Forrest. Tel: 01582 727880
Mrs Doreen Archer Tel: 731392
Mrs Betty Joyce Tel: 731647
Miss Ann Archer Tel: 731392
Bookings should be made with Mr Jim Webb Tel 731309
Everyone is welcome at all these events, of course
Arlesey Pre-School
Arlesey Pre-School are now back into the swing of the new school year
and have enjoyed welcoming all our new starters! We still have availability
for all manner of sessions, including breakfast club and lunch add-on to
morning sessions. Please do not hesitate to contact us on 07815 293 670
or come and ring the doorbell of the WI Hall and meet us in person - we
pride ourselves on our warm, friendly atmosphere for anyone who wants
to come and see what we’re all about. We are in the process of arranging
our Annual General Meeting and hope to be able to welcome some new
members to keep us going. As always, keep your eyes peeled for any
details of upcoming events we may put on, our Facebook page