COMING UP 

Vicar’s Welcome Sun 22nd Sept, 4pm-5.30pm, St Mary’s
For those new to St Mary’s, this is a great opportunity to get to know people. Refreshments will be provided. Children are very welcome to come along. RSVP: via email to Jane Mottram, janemottram@stmarysaom.org  or complete a form and hand it in to one of the clergy.
 
Fast Forward starts Tue 24th Sept, 7.45pm, St Mary’s
This 7-week course aims to give those who are secure in their faith time to explore some biblical themes and theological aspects in greater depth. Pick up a flyer, or for more details visit www.stmarysaom.org/FastForward and register.
 
Encounter starts, Thu 26th Sept, 10am, St Mary’s
This 7-week course is for anyone new to faith and for those wanting to refresh their faith. The aim of the course is to get to know God better and to be better equipped to continue your faith journey on your own and in community. Sign up at www.stmarysaom.org/encounter or speak to Lynne Raphael for more details.
 
Take 5 Sun 29th Sep, 9.30am, St Mary’s
Our next ‘Take 5’ theme is “Chat” where we’ll be exploring what it means to talk to God. This is a fantastic service for the whole family so come along for games, craft and worship. We’ll also be sharing breakfast together afterwards as usual.
 
Prophetic Worship Event Sun 29th Sep, 7pm-8.15pm, St Mary's
An evening of worship, encountering God and praying for one another. Everyone welcome

Faith Matters starts Wed 2nd Oct, 7.30pm and Fri 4th Oct, 11am
Our next Faith Matters courses start in October. This 5-week course is perfect for anyone who might want to explore the Christian faith in an informal, friendly environment. We have an evening course on Wednesdays or a daytime course on Fridays. Places for the taster sessions, “Relationship not Religion”, can be booked online at www.stmarysaom.org/FaithMatters or by picking up a flyer.
 
Journaling Retreat Day Sat 12th Oct, 10am, St Mary’s
A day of journaling where we’ll be showing the Louis Giglio DVD, ‘Indescribable’ and taking time to explore what that says to us about God and trying some journaling techniques in the process. Cost £10 per person, includes all materials, lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Speak to Emma Atkinson or Jo Boardman to book your place or visit www.stmarysaom.org/journaling to sign up.
 
Harvest 13th October
Please note the date in your diary.  We will be taking a food collection at each service.  Further details will be available soon.
 
Light Party 31st October, time to be confirmed, St Mary’s
This year we’ll be having a joint party with Life Church.  The party will be happening at St Mary’s.  Look out for further information and details of how to book tickets.