Maundy Thursday Passover Supper

17th April, 7.30pm, venue tbc Come and join in our Passover Supper to recall Jesus' last supper with his disciples. We will share a Passover Meal together, learning, as we go, why the meal is significant, why Jesus celebrated it, and how it remains a key symbolic meal for us as Christians now. This is a church family event, so there are lots of preparations you can help with: both food and equipment. Do check the list on the welcome desk and sign up there or email Donna or the church office

23rd March Hosted by the Co-Op Cell Family Communion Mark 12: 1-12, 28-34
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30th March Mothering Sunday Special Service Mark 13

Easter Baptisms
We are looking forward to holding some baptisms as part of our Easter Sunday celebrations this year. This is always a fabulous occasion, so if you are considering baptism, or would like to know more, please do contact Will, Donna or the church office
Minister: Revd. Will Cookson will@springfieldchurch.org.uk 020 8404 6064 (day off Saturday) Curate: Revd. Donna Lazenby donna@springfieldchurch.org.uk 020 8763 4222 (day off Friday) Children & Families Minister: Sue Bosley sue@springfieldchurch.org.uk 020 8773 4787 Youth Minister becca@springfieldchurch.org.uk 07531 017 789 Church Office admin@springfieldchurch.org.uk 020 8647 3410 Safeguarding safeguarding@springfieldchurch.org.uk

Welcome to the Service, especially those who are visiting us for the first time. Please do join us for tea and coffee after the service. There is a welcome desk in the foyer with more information about the churchs activities

Mothering Sunday Special Service

Next week is our special Mothering Sunday service. Mothering Sunday comes from the caring and nurturing nature of the Church. We will be celebrating the role of mothers and all women with the opportunity to reflect on the story of the "widows offering" through arts, drama, reflection, talk or discussion. We will, of course, end with ladies receiving a bunch of flowers. We do hope that you can join us (and feel free to bring someone with you!).

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March 24th 10.30 - 12 Cafe Connect March 28th @ 3.30 pm Foresters Easter Fun March 30th @ 10.30 am Mothering Sunday March 31st - April 2nd Staff and Cell Pastors Away April 12th @ 9.30 am MSM course April 13th @ 6.30 pm breathe @ St Pauls April 17th Maundy Thursday Meal April 18th Good Friday service April 20th @ 10.30 am Easter Sunday Baptisms April 27th @ 10.30 am Springfield AGM April 30th @ 7.45 pm Parenting Course May 17th Leaders Day Away
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Pray for our church family

Lent Reflection
Each week Donna will be writing a reflection to help us in our journey towards Easter. This period of Lent helps us consider our faith and helps us to reflect on Jesus. Donna's first Lenten reflection is called "at my wits' end' and can be found on the website here: http://bit.ly/1kEsXxD

AGM etc etc

Our Springfield AGM will be on the 27th April this year. As others stand down after three years, there will be vacancies for our PCC and the Deanery Synod. Please do prayerfully consider whether you could serve in this important role in the life of the church. ~~~~~~ If you are 16 or older, you can also join the electoral roll at any time after attending for 6 months, which entitles you to vote at the AGM and stand for the PCC: it is the official measure of membership by the Church of England ~~~~~~ We are also reprinting our family list, so its a great opportunity to add your details, check those we already have and add any amendments ~~~~~~ All the forms and paperwork for these will be available in the foyer on 6th April

Please pray for: Lorna Whalley who is being investigated for possible cancer in her spine. Pray that God would protect her. Pray for Alison Cooper who recently underwent surgery. Pray that her continuing treatment would eradicate all traces of cancer. All the children and parents at Foresters School as Rosie, Sue and the team join them for their Easter fun event. Give thanks that Rosanna is now out of hospital again and doing well Steven is due out of hospital on Monday. Please continue to pray for his recovery

Parenting Course
Sarah Miller and Sue Bosley are running a parenting course for parents of children aged 5-11. It starts on Wednesday 30th April at 7.45pm in the youth zone at the Phoenix Centre. Collect a flyer today for you and/or a friend and talk to Sarah & Sue

Spring Forward
Remember to change your clocks next Sunday so as not to miss out.