St. Peters Church |
The Bells of St Peter’s
St Peter's Church has a beautiful light ring of ten bells (11cwt tenor) which is unusual for a small rural church. The ringing chamber is on a balcony at the west end of the church and allows the congregation and visitors the opportunity to see this ancient art in action. Mostly a Perpendicular 15th century building but there are traces of an earlier 13th century church. Pebworth is the most easterly village in Worcestershire, having been transferred from Gloucestershire in 1931. (Diocese of Gloucester) St Peter's is usually open during daylight hours. |
Please find below documents for the coming week, guidance on worship for Palm Sunday and an update from the local team and the diocese.
Dear all,
We continue to adjust to this new world in which we find ourselves. The initial novelty has passed and now we find ourselves confronted by the fact that this new normal appears to be here the stay. Our communities and many of our local businesses have risen wonderfully to the challenges we face. We are discovering what it means to be community and that wages are not a good measure of value. The importance of shop workers, delivery drivers, refuse collectors, farmers and growers, carers, medics and many others helping us through this crisis is being discovered.
Doubtless many challenges lie ahead but we can rely on God to be present with us through all that we face. The words of Jesus in Matthew chapter 6 offer timeless wisdom, “Strive first for the kingdom of God … do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own.” Now more than ever we need to live a day at a time sharing God’s love wherever and whenever we can: each act of kindness, compassion, concern and thoughtfulness gently proclaim the hope we have in Jesus.
In Lent we are encouraged to abstain and lament – this year abstinence and lament have been thrust upon us. It can feel disorientating and yet even in the midst of our current turmoil spring moves on apace, unbidden, reminding us of the new life we are promised in Christ and that one day we will all be gathered into that life – the broken will be mended and we will know joy and love in all its fullness.
Do not be discouraged, do not fear.
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in him.’
Lamentations 3:22-24
Every blessing
Revd Craig
Details of how to worship online with Revd Scott and Revd Kevin:
Revd Scott is hosting a live Sunday service at 10.30am
Using Zoom via the link (which is constant from week to week) is https://us04web.zoom.us/j/354938573
(Meeting ID: 354 938573)
If it fails then Skype (“Worship at a distance”) with the invitation link https://join.skype.com/hIEBWSZrl0qX
For assistance email Revd Kevin (who assists Revd Scott) kevin@grumball.com
Kevin writes; “We put the week’s service sheet in the Skype chat. Skype suppresses people’s faces if the desktop is shared, which makes it unattractive to have PowerPoint slides with the liturgy on, so I’d suggest that people just print it, or open the PDF in a separate window. We’ll carry on experimenting with what works.”
Dear all,
We continue to adjust to this new world in which we find ourselves. The initial novelty has passed and now we find ourselves confronted by the fact that this new normal appears to be here the stay. Our communities and many of our local businesses have risen wonderfully to the challenges we face. We are discovering what it means to be community and that wages are not a good measure of value. The importance of shop workers, delivery drivers, refuse collectors, farmers and growers, carers, medics and many others helping us through this crisis is being discovered.
Doubtless many challenges lie ahead but we can rely on God to be present with us through all that we face. The words of Jesus in Matthew chapter 6 offer timeless wisdom, “Strive first for the kingdom of God … do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring worries of its own.” Now more than ever we need to live a day at a time sharing God’s love wherever and whenever we can: each act of kindness, compassion, concern and thoughtfulness gently proclaim the hope we have in Jesus.
In Lent we are encouraged to abstain and lament – this year abstinence and lament have been thrust upon us. It can feel disorientating and yet even in the midst of our current turmoil spring moves on apace, unbidden, reminding us of the new life we are promised in Christ and that one day we will all be gathered into that life – the broken will be mended and we will know joy and love in all its fullness.
Do not be discouraged, do not fear.
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
‘The Lord is my portion,’ says my soul, ‘therefore I will hope in him.’
Lamentations 3:22-24
Every blessing
Revd Craig
Details of how to worship online with Revd Scott and Revd Kevin:
Revd Scott is hosting a live Sunday service at 10.30am
Using Zoom via the link (which is constant from week to week) is https://us04web.zoom.us/j/354938573
(Meeting ID: 354 938573)
If it fails then Skype (“Worship at a distance”) with the invitation link https://join.skype.com/hIEBWSZrl0qX
For assistance email Revd Kevin (who assists Revd Scott) kevin@grumball.com
Kevin writes; “We put the week’s service sheet in the Skype chat. Skype suppresses people’s faces if the desktop is shared, which makes it unattractive to have PowerPoint slides with the liturgy on, so I’d suggest that people just print it, or open the PDF in a separate window. We’ll carry on experimenting with what works.”
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St Peter’s Church, Pebworth porch appeal
St Peter’s Church urgently needs your help.
In February 2018, whilst the Beast from the East was causing havoc across Europe, it was also causing havoc for our ancient 15th century village church.
Snow caused severe damage to the slate tiles, causing the porch roof to collapse.
Our insurance company has refused to pay for the porch, which because of the Church’s status; as a Grade I listed building, will cost between £18,000 and £20,000 – depending on what can be salvaged.
It’s a huge sum for a small parish, but fundraising will be starting soon with a series of musical concerts.
Repair work is expected to start in the Autumn, but you can help now by donating to either of the churchwardens Michael Veal and Elizabeth Spencer or directly to our bursar John Ilott (Cheques should be made payable to St Peter’s PCC, in an envelope marked Fabric Fund).
Any donations however small would be appreciated, whether you are a regular worshipper or use the church on special family occasions like christenings, weddings, funerals or just for singing carols at Christmas.
The church doors are always open for the people in our community, please help us keep the doors open for years to come.
St Peter’s Church urgently needs your help.
In February 2018, whilst the Beast from the East was causing havoc across Europe, it was also causing havoc for our ancient 15th century village church.
Snow caused severe damage to the slate tiles, causing the porch roof to collapse.
Our insurance company has refused to pay for the porch, which because of the Church’s status; as a Grade I listed building, will cost between £18,000 and £20,000 – depending on what can be salvaged.
It’s a huge sum for a small parish, but fundraising will be starting soon with a series of musical concerts.
Repair work is expected to start in the Autumn, but you can help now by donating to either of the churchwardens Michael Veal and Elizabeth Spencer or directly to our bursar John Ilott (Cheques should be made payable to St Peter’s PCC, in an envelope marked Fabric Fund).
Any donations however small would be appreciated, whether you are a regular worshipper or use the church on special family occasions like christenings, weddings, funerals or just for singing carols at Christmas.
The church doors are always open for the people in our community, please help us keep the doors open for years to come.
