SSA Parish News

Welcome Friends

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6. Monday Nights at the Vicarage

7. Volunteer Roles

The time you give really does make such a big difference.

Church Roles: Current vacancies include:

• PCC Secretary: We wanted to extend our sincere thanks to Elizabeth Francescon, who has resigned as PCC Secretary, after having fulfilled the role brilliantly for the past three years. Thank you very much to Elizabeth for her skills and time, minuting all the PCC meetings and keeping the PCC to their deadlines and meeting agendas. If, therefore, anyone wishes to volunteer as PCC secretary (you do not need be a voting member of the PCC to do so), please do get in touch with Rev Tansley or one of the churchwardens.
• PCC members (for St Michael's and All Souls')
• Deanery Synod Representatives
• We are also seeking volunteers to become chalice bearers for Holy Communion services, to lead prayers, to verge at life services and be car park attendants at life services. All training will be given. If you think you are able to fulfil any of these roles, please let Nicola in the office know.

Food Share: The food share at All Souls' Church, is looking for volunteers to help with food collections (Thursday afternoons), set up (Thursday evening) and help during the actual Food share (Fridays from midday). If you're able to offer a few hours of your time, please contact Debbie: debbie@vandewaal.com

8. Parish Giving

As a charity we are completely reliant on the generosity of our congregations and visitors - we don't receive any money from the government or from the National Church.

We want to thank all of you who already give so much to support the life of our church. Your generosity helps mean that we are able to be beacons of God's love to our local communities, and ensure that our ministry here will be able to continue for future generations.

Parish Giving Scheme

If you would like to make a donation towards our work, either regular or one-off, please consider signing up to the Parish Giving Scheme. The scheme is easy to join and if you want to change the amount you give in the future, it is easy to change at any time.

• Click here for St Michael's Parish Giving Scheme
• Click here for All Soul's Parish Giving Scheme

Cheque or Cash

If you would prefer to give via cash (or card) there are sum-up machines in each church, and a collection is taken during services. Alternatively you are welcome to place your gift in an envelope and give them to Nicola in the parish office, who will ensure they are locked securely in the safe.

Cheques can be made payable to St Michael and All Angels PCC

(Please note - our volunteer counters meet once a month to count cash collections and donations, so it may be a few weeks before your cheque is cashed. Thank you for your patience!)

Thank you

9. Regular Groups

All Souls' Church Coffee Shop:

Our coffee shop at All Souls' Church is open between 10.00am and 12.00pm each weekday. Come along and enjoy tea, coffee, homemade cake and good company.

Monday Nights at the Vicarage:

Come explore your faith and meet others who are also asking life’s big questions.  Please contact Nicola in the office on admin@ssaparish.org Throughout June - July

• Faith on Film
• Explore heaven, hell, and the meaning of life through the popular TV show Good Omens. 

Hosted every Monday at The Vicarage, Sunninghill, 7-8.30pm

Prayer Group:

Our new, weekly prayer group is held in All Souls' Church every Thursday morning at 9.30am. A safe, quiet space to reflect and offer prayers. All are welcome.

Activities in All Souls' Church:

• Tuesdays: Art Class [10am-12noon]. Free
• Tuesdays: Chat and Craft [2-4pm].
• Wednesdays: Seated Zumba [10.30-11.15am]. Small admission charge.
• Thursdays: Games Mornings [10am-12 noon]. Free.
• Fridays: FoodShare [1pm-2pm]. £1 entrance donation.

Ascot Memory Group:

We are delighted to bring you details of a new monthly event at St Michael's Church Hall: 'The Ascot Memory Morning'. Held on the third Wednesday of every month 11am-12.30- it is a relaxed, informal setting where carers and loved ones can have a coffee and a chat with others travelling a similar journey. No booking required - just turn up.

Ladies Fellowship:

A wonderful and friendly group of ladies meet at St Michael’s Church Hall every Thursday morning between 10.30am and 12 noon. Some attend St Michael’s Church, some attend All Souls’ Church, some do not attend church. It’s a glorious and inviting, free weekly get together for ladies of all ages. Please do come along - new members are always welcome (and the lemon drizzle cake is something rather special!). For more information please contact the Church Office or Pami Cross on 01344 303991

Toddler Praise:

A fun, free hour long sessions held every Tuesday 10.30am-11.30am at All Souls Church. Songs, bible stories and crafting. Ideal for pre and nursery aged children. Parents and carers can enjoy a good natter and a cup of tea/coffee. Contact Nicola Shaw for more info: nicola@allsoulsascot.org

Prayers and Potatoes:

A simple Holy Communion service held on the first Monday of every month at 11.30am at St Michael's Church. This is followed by a jacket potato lunch in the hall. We are usually finished by 1pm. All are welcome.

Friends of St Michael's 100 Club:

The idea is to have a ‘fun’ way of raising money for both St Michael’s and All Souls. Membership has grown well with each membership undertaking to pay £10 per month on a Standing Order basis into the Club Account. A draw is held on the first Sunday in the month, in St Michael's Church hall, after the main morning service. Two-thirds of the money raised for the month is donated to the Church and one-third as prizes. Both Churches, like most, these days, badly need extra funds and if you are able help by joining the 100 Club, whether or not you attend Church, please contact David Mear on 01344 621419 or 07757 224240 or by email: davidrmear@gmail.com

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