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Introductions for Readers
5th February, 2012
Isaiah 40:21-31
The prophet speaks to a people, probably weary from years in exile, who are tempted to desert
their faith in God. The prophet challenges them with a series of questions. Can God’s domain be measured by human beings?
Can anyone advise him? Isn’t he greater than all the nations?
1 Corinthians 9:16-23
Paul has written that as an apostle he has a right to be supported by the Church but that he
has chosen not to seek the financial support of the Corinthian community lest this be a barrier to people coming to Christ.
Mark 1:29-39
Mark continues to tell us of Jesus’
activities on a day at Capernaum on the Sea of Galilee. In the synagogue, Jesus has taught “as one having authority”
beyond knowledge of the scriptures and has healed a man possessed by evil.
Prayers:
We have been asked to remember in our prayers: David Aked-Walker, Stan Bodily, Father Mike, Audrey Cox, John Guy, Katie Hakin, Carole Harrington, Esther Humphreys, Janette Lugar-Mawson, Philip Le Roux, Suzanne McElligott, Julie Nichol, Sylvia Reynolds, Muriel Rogers, Godfrey Shepherd,
Maxine Sweeting, Father Michael.
Dates for Your Diary:
The Collation
and Welcome of The Venerable Gordon Steele as Archdeacon of Oakham, will be held on 25 February 2012, at 11.00am, in Peterborough Cathedral. Please RSVP by 10 February to
Miss Alex Low, PA to the Bishop of Peterborough alex.low@peterborough-diocese.org.uk, Bishop’s Lodging,The Palace, Peterborough PE1 1YA
Bishop’s Bible Day
2012: “I will build my church”Saturday
17 March, 9.30am - 4pm at Northampton High School
Anyone who uses the Bible in their ministry (or would
like to), whether in church, in school, at work, in the community, at home, is warmly invited to this day.
As well as two addresses from Bishop Donald, participants can choose two workshops from a wide range of topics covering
everything from biblical living; leading worship with confidence; the Bible in the workplace and in schools; using art and
meditation in Bible study; using the Bible with
young people and children and in multi-religious contexts . . . and much more!
The
day is free (donations are invited to help cover the costs, from those who are able to contribute).
Early booking is advised to ensure your choice of workshops.
For
full details and booking form visit:www.peterborough-diocese.org.uk/bibleday12.pdf
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