READINGS FOR SERVICES

St Martin (NRSVA)

5th April Acts 10:34-43 NT page 138; Matthew 28:1-10 NT page 35

12^th April Acts 2:22-32 NT page 127; John 20:19-31 NT page 123

St Philip and St Etheldreda (NRSVA)

5th April Acts 10:34-43 NT page 138; Matthew 28:1-10 NT page 35

12^th April Acts 2:22-32 NT page 127; John 20:19-31 NT page 123

St Agnes (KJV)

5^th April Acts 10:34-43 page 1107; Matthew 28:1-10 page 997

12^th April Psalm 16; Exodus 14:10-31 page 76; Acts 2:22-32 page 1095                                                                                                                                     

 

                                                           

 

 

PRAYER REQUESTS

 

Please pray for:

Avril, Ann, Nicholas, Pauline, Cedric, Sandra, Arthur, Tony, Lynsay, Claire, Andreea and Stephen and family, Patricia, Jane, Malcolm, June, Leena, Louie and his girls, Ralph, Dottie and Colin who are in particular need of prayer.

For those mourning the deaths of loved ones.

Events for weeks commencing  5th and 12th April
Day	Date	Time	Topic	Venue	Contact
Monday	6th April	2 pm	Time for Tea and Friendship	Exning Community Church Hall	Christine Pearce
Wednesday	8th April	10 am	Poetry Group	Home of Marion Roberts	Marion Roberts
Friday	10th April	7 for 7.30 pm	Village Cinema	Exning Community Church Hall	John Saville
Wednesday	15th April	10 am	Bible Study	By Zoom	John Pascall
Wednesday	15th April	8 pm	MBC singing for Fun	Exning Community Church Hall	John Saville
Friday	17th April	7.30 pm	Parish Events Planning and Voice Meeting	St Philip and St Etheldreda	Jenny King

 

 

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND INFORMATION

NEW THIS WEEK

 ST. AGNES CHURCH OFFICERS Ahead of our Annual Meeting on May 7^th. St Agnes’ church would welcome nominations to take on the post of Churchwarden. Two postholders in this role would be even more desirable Meanwhile offers to join our PCC, become Sidesmen (a non-PCC role) or act as a Deanery Synod representative would be warmly received. Do approach Liam, Cheryl or myself if you would like to support us. All good wishes Chris Hensby Secretary St. Agnes’ PCC

 

PREVIOUSLY ADVERTISED

NOMINATIONS FOR CHURCH OFFICERS FOR THE PARISH OF EXNING WITH LANDWADE Nominations are sought for the posts of Churchwardens (2), Deanery Synod Representatives (2), Prowardens to serve at St Philip and St Etheldreda (2) and PCC members (up to 3 dependent on the size of the parish electoral roll). Nomination forms will be in both churches by this Sunday. Please return forms to me. Thank you. John Pascall

EXNING VILLAGE CINEMA The next presentation on Friday 10^th April will be “Song Sung Blue” (cert 12A). A moving true story of two lost souls brought together by their shared devotion to Neil Diamond’s music. When Mike and Claire form a tribute band in his honour, they set out on a hopeful new life filled with love, laughter, and the dream of local stardom. But their path to the spotlight is shadowed by heartbreak, as unexpected twists threaten the future they’re fighting to build. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson. Doors open 7 pm. Performance at 7.30 pm Adults: £5 Children (under 15): £4 Family ticket (2adults/2children): £14

Refreshments Available

 

ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING This year’s meeting for the Parish of Exning with Landwade will be held at 12.30 pm on Sunday 26^th April in St Martin’s Church. Come along to hear about what happened in the parish in 2025 and to elect new Churchwardens, Deanery Synod members and Parochial Church Council members. John Pascall

EXTRA MEETINGS OF TIME FOR TEA AND FRIENDSHIP In addition to our regular gatherings, we will be hosting two extra meetings. The first will take place on Monday, 30^th March, followed by another on Bank Holiday Monday, 6^th April. Everyone is welcome to attend these meetings and share in the spirit of friendship and community.

On Monday, 20^th April, we are pleased to welcome a guest speaker, Sue Merton from Health Watch. Sue will be speaking about her work and sharing insights into her role within the organisation. This promises to be an informative and engaging session for all attendees. Christine Pearce

A PARISH/BENEFICE EVENTS PLANNING AND VOICE MEETING will be held on Friday 17th April 2026 at 7.30 p.m. in St Philip with St Etheldreda Chapel. Please note the change of time for summer meetings. Everyone from the Benefice, and further afield, is most welcome. Come along to advertise your event, request, or offer, support, or just to discover 'what's on'.Please let me know if you need a lift. More information from: Jenny King. 01638 578344 or kjennifer872@gmail.com"

 

THEATRE TRIP (MESSAGE FROM JANET RAMSAY-HELIE) I've booked Sinatra for 3rd December matinée - the earliest I could get!! Tickets £75 and 40 have already gone!! Contact Janet Ramsay-helie Nkt 603489 if you wish to join us.

 

SAVE THE DATE Saturday 9^th May ‘Beating the Bounds’ Rogationtide Walk 10 am departure from St Martins; further details from Jan Lovegrove or me (applications to me at this email address please - markhaworth@stedscathedral.org) also tel. 07932 160 009. Mark Haworth

 

ROGATIONTIDE WALK SATURDAY MAY 9th

The Rogationtide Walk needs a few more people to volunteer to help it run smoothly. The walk has stewards to greet walkers and keep them safe  at crossing points. Two are needed at the moment. There is also a need for someone to provide morning coffee for early arrivals from 9.0 till 10.15 and maybe another from 4 to 5.30 to make tea as they return. If anyone can assist please contact Jan Lovegrove. email janlovegrove@hotmail.com  for further information.

 

CHARITIES TO SUPPORT IN 2026. As many of you will be aware, each year the parish gives 5% of its cash and free-will offering income to be divided between three charities. I am now seeking nominations for this year’s charities. At least one of those supported must be within the local deanery, and at least one must be Christian. If you wish to propose a charity for support, would you please send me details by the end of March, so that if more than three are nominated, I can arrange a vote of those on the church electoral roll to make the final selection. Thank you. John Pascall

 

FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP You may be considering reviewing your regular giving or commencing regular giving. This can be achieved by amending your current standing order or making a standing order. If you wish to have the Church’s bank details, please speak to Sheena Datson or Peter Gill.

If you are a taxpayer you can increase your giving by 25% at no cost to yourself. This is done by “Gift Aiding.” and both Sheena or Peter will be happy to give you the details or advise you how the system works. Liam Beadle

 

GODLY PLAY Please pray for the work of Godly Play at St Martin’s and in the parish of Exning.

1. For effective advertising, to tell families what is happening.
2. For interest to be piqued and for families and children to want to join.
3. For people to come forward for training to take on the leadership of Godly Play in Exning parish.

For further information please contact Maryan Piano tel: 07568541602.

 

NEWMARKET FOODBANK Kerri Davies from the Newmarket Foodbank has issued a plea for help. The foodbank is very low on everything. Recent donations have been very low; however, demand remains the same. Though Kerri says they are in need of everything, their urgent needs are for pasta, soup, cereal, and tin tomatoes. They are happy to pick-up any donations if required, and they would also be grateful for any financial donations you care to make. Please contact Kerri Davies at 07597582546, or www.newmarketopendoor.org.uk if you have any questions.

THE NEWMARKET COMMUNITY PANTRY, based at The Racing Centre, provides affordable food and essential items to those in need, offering long-term support through a partnership-based approach. For a one-off £5 membership fee, members can do a weekly shop for just £3. We aim to help individuals not just with food but by connecting them to the right resources for lasting stability. The pantry is open on Monday and Friday from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m., and Wednesday from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. If you, or someone you know could benefit, visit us at The Racing Centre or contact us at community@theracingcentre.org or 01638 662828

SAFEGUARDING

The parish of Exning with Landwade is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Safeguarding Officer. Our Diocese of St. Edmundsbury & Ipswich’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer who advises our parish Safeguarding Officer. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm, please contact the parish Safeguarding Officer (Mrs Christine Pearce 01638 664314) or the Diocesan Safeguarding Officer, Karen Galloway 07785 621319 or safeguarding@cofesuffolk.org If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

Further information can be found on the diocesan website Promoting a safer church - Diocese of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich.

 

PRINCIPAL PARISH CONTACTS

Title	Name	Telephone Number
Vicar	The Revd Liam Beadle	01638 612373
	Liam.beadle@gmail.com
Assistant Curate	The Revd Cheryl Belding	07801 499179
Parish Safeguarding Officer	Christine Pearce	01638 664314
Churchwarden Exning Parish	Christine Pearce	01638 664314
Churchwarden St Agnes Parish	Dorothy Thomas
Lay Elders	Christine Shand	01638 667788
	Patsy Edwards	01638 665343
	Sarah Price	01638 578138