Notices and Events

POSTPONED: Unfortunately we are unable to offer Walking with the Word as planned on 17th January. We will be rearranging the dates in the near future. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.

Calling all Group Leaders! Please couldall group leaders submit a risk assessment and role descriptors for their group’s leads and volunteers? Even if these have been submitted within the last 12 months, we’re getting all documents in line for submission to PCC every February, to help with our safeguarding audit. Many thanks. Documents to be sent to beeston.parish@gmail.com before Thursday 19th February.

Flower Rota: There is a new list at the backof Church for donations towards the flowers. Anyone wishing to donate for a certain week of the year, please add your name to the list. Many Thanks Pam Holland

Eco Group: This month, the Eco Church group will be running a series on organisations within Nottingham who do work related to climate change and environmental activism, along with their contact information and address for anyone who would like to get involved. Greening Beeston is a Beeston-based local campaign group dedicated to educating the community about the climate crisis and global warming, as well as individual actionable steps to resolve these issues. Their website features a treasure trove of resources and recommendations for getting started with a more environmentally friendly lifestyle and choices. Founded in 2013, the group is supported by the Broxtowe Borough Council. To learn more about Greening Beeston, visit their website at www [dot] greeninginbeeston [dot] weebly [dot] com/ or contact them via the website contact form. If you are a part of any organisations or groups within or outside Nottingham, caring for the natural world and involved in issues of climate justice, not listed in the past few weeks, do let us know in person or via email at beestonparish@gmail.com

‘Green Pastures’ Dementia Friendly Service: The next service will be on Tuesday 3rd February from 2pm-3pm. This is a short service of music, prayers and reflection, with tea & coffee afterwards.

Welcome Morning: If you are new to St John’s or even if you have been attending for a little while, we would like to welcome you with coffee and cake on Saturday 7th February between 10 am and midday. This will be a chance to meet a few people informally, find out a little about the church, climb the bell tower (from the inside!), discover who’s who, what we do and ask questions if you want. There is no need to book a place, just turn up. We’re looking forward to meeting you.on or via email at beestonparish@gmail.com!

The next Messy Church is on Saturday 7th February 3pm – 4:30pm with the theme of the prodigal son. All families are welcome. There is no need to book. Join us for activities, music and food – all free of charge!