Linton Free Church - Whats on this Week?

Here is another edition of our weekly 'Whats On' email. If you would like anything included in future emails, please email Al Wood at al@alandang.com.

As well as the usual activities (see prayer meetings and house group details further down this email) we have the following additional activities and notices:

'Friday Club' Youth Group Quiz Night - yes, its back again this week with a Quiz Night! Join Alasdair and Debbie for an evening of fun and games. The event starts at 7pm and finishes at 8:30pm.
Men's Meal - Do join the men for an evening of reflection, drinks and food! The evening kicks off at 7:30pm with food due around 8:30pm.

Next Sunday (13th March, 10:30am) Chris will be bringing God's word to us and Janet is duty elder.

Men's Meal* - Friday 11th March

Due to the generous hospitality of the Pearsons (again), we can confirm that the next Men's Meal will take place this Friday 11 March. We will meet at 7.30 p.m. for reflection and prayer (and drinks) followed by dining at about 8.30 p.m. This promises to be another wonderful and memorable evening in each other's company held together by that crucial mixture of faith and food (with a little drink). All men associated with the Church are very welcome. Please let Steve Munday know on Munday5@aol.com if you can attend. That will help with Linda's catering.
* Sausages not guaranteed.

Can you help with the baptism service?

We are delighted that we have a Baptism to look forward to on Sunday 17th. April. It will require a work group to set up the baptistery in the Hall at 11am. on Saturday 16th. April. It should take less than an hour, depending on how many turn up.

If you are available to assist please contact John Pearson. No experience is necessary and it would be good to share the expertise and pool our knowledge.

'Friday Club' Youth Group

Our new youth group launches returns this Friday at 7pm with a Quiz Night. If you know anyone that would be interested in coming along (either as a youth or a leader) then please contact Alasdair, or just turn up on the night. For more information and a schedule of future events see www.lintonfreechurch.org.uk/youth.

Passover Supper

The story of Passover presented by our very own Rev Alex Jacob as part of his ministry as CEO of The Churches Ministry among Jewish People (CMJ) - a mission work supported by Linton Free Church.

When: Tuesday 15 March at 7.30pm
Where: Linton Free Chuch Hall, Horn Lane
Tickets: Â£8/head from Jane or email jane.e.whitmore@googlemail.com

The evening will include a three course meal including red/white wine (anyone with special dietary requirements please speak to Jane). As this event involves advanced planning and shopping has to be completed numbers must be known by Sunday 13th March at the very latest but it would be very helpful if you could let me know much sooner.

Alex will also be bringing some CMJ resources for sale on the evening.

Future dates for your diary

Men's Meal - Friday 11th March - meet at 7:30pm for reflection prayer (and drinks) before a meal that starts at 8:30pm. Please let Steve Munday know if you would like to attend.
Passover Meal - Tuesday 15th March - email jane.e.whitmore@googlemail.com to book your place or find out more information.
Kids Event - Duggie Dug Dug - Saturday 19th March 3-4:30pm - A fantastic event for our young kids to come along to. See www.lintonfreechurch.org.uk/party for more details.
Good Friday Service - Friday 25th March - our Good Friday service.
Easter Sunday Morning Walk & Bacon Butties - Sunday 27th March, 7:45am - join us on Easter Sunday for a walk with St Marys up Rivey Hill, and then back to the church for a bacon buttie before the Easter Sunday celebration at 10:30. Further details will follow.
Junior Church Social - Debs and Dan are organising a special Junior Church Social. Watch this space for more details!
Baptism Service - Sunday 17th April
Church Meeting (Spring) - 21st April, 8pm Green Room - Come along to our open quarterly meetings where we discuss the future vision and strategy for our church life together.
Not the Eurovision Song Contest - Saturday 14th May - back by popular demand, Steve Munday will again be organising our annual quiz night as an alternative to the Eurovision Song Contest!
Church AGM - Thursday 19th May, 8pm in the main church building
Fundraiser Lunch for REACH - Sunday 26th June - join us after the morning service for sausages, mash and beans as we raise money for REACH, a local charity helping the community.
Church Meeting (Summer) - 14th July, 8pm Green Room - Come along to our open quarterly meetings where we discuss the future vision and strategy for our church life together.
Bring and Share Lunch - Sunday September 11th - join us after the service for a bring and share lunch.
Soup Lunch - Sunday October 9th - join us after the service for a soup lunch.
Church Meeting (Autumn) - 10th October, 8pm Green Room - Come along to our open quarterly meetings where we discuss the future vision and strategy for our church life together.

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Haverhill Food Bank

REACH have requested the below this week. Thank you all for your continuing support.

Juice, chocolate & treats, tin openers, towels and frying pans.

There is no charge for collection. Please contact REACH on 01440 268003 or John or Linda Pearson.

House & Small Groups

The following small groups meet regularly. They are a great way to get to know people in the church, learn more about God through Bible study, and support each other through the ups and downs of life.

Mondayâ€™s 8:00-9:30pm â€“ Venue: Alex & Mandy Jacob @ 2 The Rookery, Balsham â€“ Contact: 01223 892274 Email: amandajacob5@aol.com
Tuesdayâ€™s 7:30â€“9.00pm â€“ Venue: Chris & Lucy Kemshell @ The Manse, Linton â€“ Contact: 01223 892991
Wednesday 10.30am - 12noon. This is a Seniors Group which normally meets every other Wednesday in the Green Room. They are meeting this week Contact Janet Crowhurst on 01799 584483, or Muriel for further information.
Wednesdayâ€™s 8:00-9:30pm â€“ Venue: Al & Angela Wood â€“ For details please contact Al & Angela: 0777979359 or 01799 585721 Email: al@alandang.com

Prayer Groups & Times

Meeting together to pray is so important! Below are the times when we pray together as church.

Sundayâ€™s 10:15am-10:30am Prayer for the Sunday Worship â€“ Venue: Vestry.
Tuesdayâ€™s 9:00am-10:00am Church Prayer Meeting â€“ Venue: Vestry.
Fridayâ€™s 9:00am Church Prayer Meeting â€“ Venue: 27 Parsonage Way.
Linton Christians Together â€“ This is a new group that meets with other Christians in the village to pray for our community. It is meeting this week on Thursday at 20 Finchams Close at 7:30pm. Contact Donna Searle for more details.

Other Regular Activities

Here are some other activities to be aware of this week:

Jelly Beans (Age 0-4), every Thursday 9:30-11:30am in the LFC church hall. Jelly Beans is a fun and friendly play-group for children in the Linton area â€“ Just Â£1 per child
Belleplates - Tuesday's at 7:45pm till about 9:-9:15pm in the Green Room. A great way to meet people and play a musical instrument together. All people welcome. Contact Peter Wheeler: 01223 971057.
Ladies Darts - every Monday @ the Wagon & Horses â€“ Contact Julia for more details.