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For information on our services please visit our worship page
Church opening times
Monday 6 May BANK HOLIDAY: CHURCH CLOSED
Tuesday 10.00 - 13.00 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 church open.
Thursday 10.30 - 11.45 church and Mustard Seed Café open, 19.30 Ascension Day Eucharist
Friday 10.00 - 12.30 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Saturday 10.00 - 12.30 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Monday Lunchtime Concert 1.10pm
6 May - Bank holiday: no Concert
Living in Love and Faith
Those who attended the away day have been invited to write their thoughts on what’s next for All Saints with regard to gender and sexuality inclusion, in particular same-sex blessings. Comments and thoughts are invited from others in the congregation: these will be anonymised before being collated and shared with the church and PCC to discuss. fr_anthony@icloud.com. There is also a box at the back of church for anonymous contributions.
Love Wycombe Prayer Walk
As part of Love Wycombe 2024 we’re inviting as many people as possible from churches across our town to get out onto the streets, to pray, and to see what the Father will do. Between us, our aim is to cover every street and every public building in prayer this summer. To help us with this we’ll be using a simple tool that tracks the streets we’ve covered. Starts Sunday 5 May. Full details, and some helpful guidelines for those who wish to use them, can be found on the Love Wycombe website. From Sunday 5 May, the website will give everyone access to the prayer walking webapp, but you can register now…
Holocaust Memorial March of Life
Sunday 5 May 3pm. Starting behind the Old Library and processing along the High Street to All Saints’ Church. For any info contact Deacon Brin Dunsire 07931 607239.
The Chosen Season 2 study group
Tuesdays 8-9pm on Zoom, led by Derek Lancaster - join using this link. All are welcome to join in even if you didn’t for season 1. The sessions take the form of discussion around a set of questions, using scripture to explore each episode. Fr Anthony will start a group on 8 May, timing TBC.
Wycombe Pride Fundraiser
Sunday 2nd June. 12pm – 4pm. The Mad Squirrel. Music and games.
Men's Event at All Saints - Wednesday 15th May 2024
Our guest speaker is Laurence Smy. As usual the invitation is to men only, not limited just to those in the All Saints’ congregation so you may wish to invite male friends and neighbours. Bottles of beer, some hot food such as pizza, nibbles and soft drinks will be provided. There will a small covering charge of £4 per head. If you would like to come, please speak to, or email either of us. Mark Johnson mark.johnson56church@btinternet.com and Raymond Levy raylevy4@btinternet.com
South Bucks Hospice is looking for volunteers to help in its new shop in Amersham, mornings, afternoons or whole days available! Please contact louisa.andrews@SBhospice.org.uk or call 01494 414014/01628 525717 for further information.
Growing Hope High Wycombe are a Christian charity based in High Wycombe. We provide free therapy for children with additional needs and support for their families. We are expanding the therapies we offer and are currently recruiting for an additional speech and language therapist, one day a week (7.5 hours). This could be done in one day or split over two. A requirement of the role is to be a Christian, as we offer to pray with families at the end of each session. Application via the website: Jobs and opportunities with Growing Hope – Growing Hope. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 3rd May.
Spark2Life job opportunity
Family Support Worker, hours: 5 – 7.5 hours flexible per week. Salary: to be discussed. Location: Buckinghamshire (may on occasion be required to work in Walthamstow)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? For more information and an application form, contact the Parisha Office. CVs and applications to be sent to: eva@spark2life.co.uk before 24 May 2024. “At Spark2Life, we’re not just looking for employees; we’re building a family of caring individuals from all walks of life. Our mission is to empower and advocate for people, by giving them the tools to successfully navigate through important aspects of their lives. SHARING THE KEYS, TO PREVENT HARM AND PROMOTE LIFE” Éva O’Connor.
Wycombe Homeless Connection’s Annual Service
You’re invited: Wednesday 1 May, 7pm for a 7.30pm start, at Trinity URC, London Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1BJ All are welcome to join the charity for this ecumenical service to give thanks for God’s blessings in the last year, to remember those we have lost and to pray for the ongoing work to end homelessness in our community. If you can’t make it in person, it will be livestreamed: www.wyhoc.org.uk/annual-service-2024 Refreshments will be served after the service. We hope to see you there.
Life-changing opportunity for those aged 16–30 in your church
Pilgrimage to Taizé, 17–25 August
Travel to Taizé, France and join thousands of others from around the world to experience a wonderful sense of freedom, prayer and community. No one who has been to Taizé comes back unchanged. Leaflets at the back of church, Download the leaflet and book on Eventbrite. Booking deadline: Monday 13 May.
Youth (secondary school) weekend away Friday 10th until Sunday 12th May
At Restore Hope Latimer. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring youth groups together and serve the churches that may not have anything booked for 2024. The cost of the weekend is £50 and will include everything from sleeping (tents) food and activities. We are so excited and expectant that this weekend will be incredible. This link will take you to the sign-up page: https://stpeterschurchloudwater.churchsuite.com/events/k12pergl Mark Humphries Director of Children and Youth Ministry, St Peter's Loudwater
Advance notice of Love Wycombe - Sunday 9 June on The Rye: More information coming soon...
St Andrews Literature Festival 21-22 June
Join us in Great Missenden for the St Andrews Literature Festival! Listen to captivating stories and wisdom from some of the UK's best loved Christian authors, right on your doorstep. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with great Christian literature and find out how God is changing lives through the written word. Newly advertised as part of this are three exciting sessions tailored just for kids. Immerse yourselves in the captivating storytelling of Bob Hartman, discover how to be planet protectors with Paul Kerensa, and laugh along with the hilarious Andy Kind. Book now for an unforgettable experience for the whole family! A ticket for a child and parent is just £5.00! Find out more - https://stalitfest.co.uk/
Donations
To help our work financially by BACS or online donation, please visit our SUPPORT page: https://www.allsaintshighwycombe.org/donate.html. For cash, card or cheques, if you are a tax payer, then please fill in a yellow Gift Aid envelope (which increases your donation by 25%). Cheques can be also sent via the Parish office. For more information, please contact John Lord, (jlord11@sky.com or 07733001787).
Small Saints on Fridays!
We welcome families with babies, toddlers, and / or pre-schoolers from 10am on Fridays during term time, where you can expect adult refreshments during the free play session, snacks for the young ones, story, craft, singing, and much more! There is no charge, but kind donations, while not expected, are always welcome. For further information, please contact Robyn on robynatallsaints@gmail.com.
Art space
You will see that there is some artwork on the display boards near the sofas in church. The plan is that different groups and individuals can use this space to display artwork, changing every month. I have had offers of work from local schools, groups, and individuals and am drawing together a rota. If you would like to be included, or know of a person or organisation that would, please contact me via the office: office@allsaintshighwycombe.org / 01494 527526. Thistle Martin
All Saints Plus
Tuesdays at 8pm.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3507005392?pwd=TklVNlZncTkxc3A5cFZYT1lCalZzUT09
Meeting ID: 350 700 5392
Passcode: 328562
This is a weekly opportunity to get together online and explore the gospel set for the following Sunday. We’ll study the passage and consider what it means for us – and you don’t need any experience or knowledge to join in! Then there will be time to catch up about all that’s going on in our community and we’ll end with a short time of prayer. Join us on Zoom from 8-9pm every Tuesday. You don’t need to commit to joining every week, but we’d love to see a regular group build up to explore our faith together.
Bellringing
We would love to hear from anyone who would like to learn to ring, or from any “lapsed” ringers, or from any ringers who have moved into the area and would be interested in continuing this rewarding activity. If you fall into any of these categories, or know someone who does, please contact Tricia Newton at high-wycombe@ebsb.odg.org.uk or via the church office. A warm welcome awaits you!
For information on our services please visit our worship page
Church opening times
Monday 6 May BANK HOLIDAY: CHURCH CLOSED
Tuesday 10.00 - 13.00 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 church open.
Thursday 10.30 - 11.45 church and Mustard Seed Café open, 19.30 Ascension Day Eucharist
Friday 10.00 - 12.30 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Saturday 10.00 - 12.30 church and Mustard Seed Café open
Monday Lunchtime Concert 1.10pm
6 May - Bank holiday: no Concert
Living in Love and Faith
Those who attended the away day have been invited to write their thoughts on what’s next for All Saints with regard to gender and sexuality inclusion, in particular same-sex blessings. Comments and thoughts are invited from others in the congregation: these will be anonymised before being collated and shared with the church and PCC to discuss. fr_anthony@icloud.com. There is also a box at the back of church for anonymous contributions.
Love Wycombe Prayer Walk
As part of Love Wycombe 2024 we’re inviting as many people as possible from churches across our town to get out onto the streets, to pray, and to see what the Father will do. Between us, our aim is to cover every street and every public building in prayer this summer. To help us with this we’ll be using a simple tool that tracks the streets we’ve covered. Starts Sunday 5 May. Full details, and some helpful guidelines for those who wish to use them, can be found on the Love Wycombe website. From Sunday 5 May, the website will give everyone access to the prayer walking webapp, but you can register now…
Holocaust Memorial March of Life
Sunday 5 May 3pm. Starting behind the Old Library and processing along the High Street to All Saints’ Church. For any info contact Deacon Brin Dunsire 07931 607239.
The Chosen Season 2 study group
Tuesdays 8-9pm on Zoom, led by Derek Lancaster - join using this link. All are welcome to join in even if you didn’t for season 1. The sessions take the form of discussion around a set of questions, using scripture to explore each episode. Fr Anthony will start a group on 8 May, timing TBC.
Wycombe Pride Fundraiser
Sunday 2nd June. 12pm – 4pm. The Mad Squirrel. Music and games.
Men's Event at All Saints - Wednesday 15th May 2024
Our guest speaker is Laurence Smy. As usual the invitation is to men only, not limited just to those in the All Saints’ congregation so you may wish to invite male friends and neighbours. Bottles of beer, some hot food such as pizza, nibbles and soft drinks will be provided. There will a small covering charge of £4 per head. If you would like to come, please speak to, or email either of us. Mark Johnson mark.johnson56church@btinternet.com and Raymond Levy raylevy4@btinternet.com
South Bucks Hospice is looking for volunteers to help in its new shop in Amersham, mornings, afternoons or whole days available! Please contact louisa.andrews@SBhospice.org.uk or call 01494 414014/01628 525717 for further information.
Growing Hope High Wycombe are a Christian charity based in High Wycombe. We provide free therapy for children with additional needs and support for their families. We are expanding the therapies we offer and are currently recruiting for an additional speech and language therapist, one day a week (7.5 hours). This could be done in one day or split over two. A requirement of the role is to be a Christian, as we offer to pray with families at the end of each session. Application via the website: Jobs and opportunities with Growing Hope – Growing Hope. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 3rd May.
Spark2Life job opportunity
Family Support Worker, hours: 5 – 7.5 hours flexible per week. Salary: to be discussed. Location: Buckinghamshire (may on occasion be required to work in Walthamstow)
Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? For more information and an application form, contact the Parisha Office. CVs and applications to be sent to: eva@spark2life.co.uk before 24 May 2024. “At Spark2Life, we’re not just looking for employees; we’re building a family of caring individuals from all walks of life. Our mission is to empower and advocate for people, by giving them the tools to successfully navigate through important aspects of their lives. SHARING THE KEYS, TO PREVENT HARM AND PROMOTE LIFE” Éva O’Connor.
Wycombe Homeless Connection’s Annual Service
You’re invited: Wednesday 1 May, 7pm for a 7.30pm start, at Trinity URC, London Road, High Wycombe, HP11 1BJ All are welcome to join the charity for this ecumenical service to give thanks for God’s blessings in the last year, to remember those we have lost and to pray for the ongoing work to end homelessness in our community. If you can’t make it in person, it will be livestreamed: www.wyhoc.org.uk/annual-service-2024 Refreshments will be served after the service. We hope to see you there.
Life-changing opportunity for those aged 16–30 in your church
Pilgrimage to Taizé, 17–25 August
Travel to Taizé, France and join thousands of others from around the world to experience a wonderful sense of freedom, prayer and community. No one who has been to Taizé comes back unchanged. Leaflets at the back of church, Download the leaflet and book on Eventbrite. Booking deadline: Monday 13 May.
Youth (secondary school) weekend away Friday 10th until Sunday 12th May
At Restore Hope Latimer. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring youth groups together and serve the churches that may not have anything booked for 2024. The cost of the weekend is £50 and will include everything from sleeping (tents) food and activities. We are so excited and expectant that this weekend will be incredible. This link will take you to the sign-up page: https://stpeterschurchloudwater.churchsuite.com/events/k12pergl Mark Humphries Director of Children and Youth Ministry, St Peter's Loudwater
Advance notice of Love Wycombe - Sunday 9 June on The Rye: More information coming soon...
St Andrews Literature Festival 21-22 June
Join us in Great Missenden for the St Andrews Literature Festival! Listen to captivating stories and wisdom from some of the UK's best loved Christian authors, right on your doorstep. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with great Christian literature and find out how God is changing lives through the written word. Newly advertised as part of this are three exciting sessions tailored just for kids. Immerse yourselves in the captivating storytelling of Bob Hartman, discover how to be planet protectors with Paul Kerensa, and laugh along with the hilarious Andy Kind. Book now for an unforgettable experience for the whole family! A ticket for a child and parent is just £5.00! Find out more - https://stalitfest.co.uk/
Donations
To help our work financially by BACS or online donation, please visit our SUPPORT page: https://www.allsaintshighwycombe.org/donate.html. For cash, card or cheques, if you are a tax payer, then please fill in a yellow Gift Aid envelope (which increases your donation by 25%). Cheques can be also sent via the Parish office. For more information, please contact John Lord, (jlord11@sky.com or 07733001787).
Small Saints on Fridays!
We welcome families with babies, toddlers, and / or pre-schoolers from 10am on Fridays during term time, where you can expect adult refreshments during the free play session, snacks for the young ones, story, craft, singing, and much more! There is no charge, but kind donations, while not expected, are always welcome. For further information, please contact Robyn on robynatallsaints@gmail.com.
Art space
You will see that there is some artwork on the display boards near the sofas in church. The plan is that different groups and individuals can use this space to display artwork, changing every month. I have had offers of work from local schools, groups, and individuals and am drawing together a rota. If you would like to be included, or know of a person or organisation that would, please contact me via the office: office@allsaintshighwycombe.org / 01494 527526. Thistle Martin
All Saints Plus
Tuesdays at 8pm.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3507005392?pwd=TklVNlZncTkxc3A5cFZYT1lCalZzUT09
Meeting ID: 350 700 5392
Passcode: 328562
This is a weekly opportunity to get together online and explore the gospel set for the following Sunday. We’ll study the passage and consider what it means for us – and you don’t need any experience or knowledge to join in! Then there will be time to catch up about all that’s going on in our community and we’ll end with a short time of prayer. Join us on Zoom from 8-9pm every Tuesday. You don’t need to commit to joining every week, but we’d love to see a regular group build up to explore our faith together.
Bellringing
We would love to hear from anyone who would like to learn to ring, or from any “lapsed” ringers, or from any ringers who have moved into the area and would be interested in continuing this rewarding activity. If you fall into any of these categories, or know someone who does, please contact Tricia Newton at high-wycombe@ebsb.odg.org.uk or via the church office. A warm welcome awaits you!