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APCM – Annual Parochial Church Meeting – 11th May 2025

NOTICE FOR ANNUAL MEETINGS
The Parish Annual Meetings (AMP and APCM), will take place on Sunday 11^th May at 12.30pm, immediately following the service at St John’s.

These are important meetings where the churchwardens and other PCC (Church Council) members are elected

We will be aiming to elect:
4 Churchwardens (2 per church for 1 year terms)
Churchwarden roles are very important and ensure the smooth running of services and lots of other things. Deputy churchwarden roles are also important although these are unofficial roles. If you would like to see a job description please let Nikki Hall know. Churchwardens are always grateful for the help.

3 PCC members for the period 2025-2028
The PCC is our Church Council, which works with our Rector and churchwardens in making decisions about various aspects of church life.
The commitment involved is usually 6 meetings per year (every other month on a Monday evening), as well as any responsibilities you offer to take on.

1 Deanery Synod Representative for a 1 year term.
Deanery Synod is a regular meeting of representatives of C of E churches in the Basildon area (the deanery). Issues concerning the Church of England both in Basildon and more widely are discussed and decisions are made. In addition to the PCC meetings (see above) you would also be expected (when possible) to attend Deanery Synod meetings (3 per year) so that we, as a parish have a voice in what happens in our deanery.

The nomination forms for churchwardens, PCC members and Deanery Synod representatives will be on the welcome desks at both churches this coming weekend. The deadline for the nominations is the 4^th May and you also need to be on the Church Electoral Roll, which is being completely revised from scratch this year. Therefore, if you are being nominated you need to ensure you have also completed an electoral roll form if you haven’t already.

CHURCH ELECTORAL ROLL – NOTIFICATION OF REVISION
Every Parish belonging to the Church of England has its own electoral roll. Every 6 years we are required to completely refresh the roll, and 2025 is the year!
Anyone that would like to be on the new roll, needs to complete a form and hand it in (via the post-boxes on the welcome desk). If you are on the existing list you won’t automatically be added to the new list, so still need to complete a form. Forms are available at both St Mary’s and St John’s and are located on the welcome desks. If anyone would like a copy of the form emailed to them, please let Nikki Hall know and she can arrange that for you.

The electoral roll will then be published in hard copy, and a copy will be available at both St Mary’s and St John’s 2 weeks before the annual meetings.

Closing date for the forms is Sunday 20^th April

Please contact our Parish Administrator, Nikki Hall, if you want a church electoral roll form emailed to you or if you need further information on any of the elected positions. Email - stjohnsca@gmail.com Phone - 07720 089260

Encounter – Sunday 6th July at 6.15pm

Please join us for our next Sunday evening worship service at St John’s Church, Forest Glade , SS16 6RX

Sunday 6th July, 6.15 for 6.30pm start

Space to

worship
pray
listen to God
share words of encouragement and scripture
receive and offer prayer ministry.

Our theme for this session is " I am the Lord who heals you"

An opportunity for you to encounter Jesus, and to receive prayer & anointing for healing (for yourself or someone else) in the power of the Holy Spirit.

“Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.” Jeremiah 17:14

"Help yourself" refreshments will be available during the service and we aim to finish by 8pm.

This summer, why not make some time to rest , be restored and be renewed in Gods wonderful presence.

If you would like more information about the Encounter Service please contact Jill Hurley on 07906 352639.

Beautiful Believers – Monthly Meditation Evenings – Friday 11th July

In 2025 , Beautiful Believers will be hosting our relaxing monthly meditation evenings.

Our next meditation evening is on Friday 11th July

Arrive 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start

The evening is relaxed and informal , consisting of a 30 minute Christian guided meditation in the main hall with tea and coffee served afterwards for a friendly chat in the coffee bar.

Please bring anything that will help with your comfort during the meditation like a pillow, blanket, floor mat etc..

For more information please contact Amy 07712 471451 or Jill 07906 352639

These are free events but donations are welcome towards the Beautiful Believers hardship fund

Why not join our WhatsApp group by contacting Amy or Jill or follow us on Facebook "Beautiful Believers Langdon Hills" to find out about future events.

We look forward to meeting you.

Community Walk – Saturday 26th July

Community Walk

We are blessed in Langdon Hills to have so much beautiful nature on our doorstep. God’s wonder is truly all around us. Please join us for a lovely walk through the woods to Langdon Nature Discovery Centre every 4th Saturday of the month (weather permitting). Meeting outside St John’s Church at 9.30am, the gentle stroll gives us the opportunity to chat and admire the changing seasons as we wander down to the Sensory Garden and then stop for refreshments at the Discovery Centre, which is a perfect opportunity to connect with the local community.

If you would prefer to meet us at the Langdon Nature Discovery Centre for coffee, we will be there at approx 10am. The Post code for the centre is SS16 6EB.

The next Community Walk is scheduled for -

Saturday 26th July 2025

Everyone is welcome.

Good non slip walking shoes and warm clothing is recommended for the Autumn and Winter walks.

Please get in touch here for more information.

All Age Service – Sunday 3rd August

Beautiful Believers – Ladies Dinner & Drinks – Tuesday 12th August @ 7pm

Band Night with Soul Occupants – Saturday 18th May

Please join us for a fun evening of live entertainment with Rev Jeremy's Band " Soul Occupants "

Date : Saturday 18th May

Time : 7pm till approx 10.30pm ( Band will start at 7.45pm)

Venue : St John's Church , Forest Glade , Langdon Hills, SS16 6RX

Supporting the Christian Aid Charity

ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY

£10 per person ( Sorry over 13's only on this occasion)

Bring your own drinks and nibbles (no food with nuts please due to allergies)
Food Van onsite
Raffle during the interval

To Purchase Tickets

Bank Transfers - Contact Jax Loveland mrsjaxloveland@gmail.com

Cash Payments – TEXT Anne Rogers on 07935 795499

Big Brunch for Mind – Saturday 30th March

NexGen Kids Club – next date Sat 28th September

NexGen, a free kids club for 7 to 11 year olds has now started at St John’s!

The club will run from 6pm - 8pm on the last Saturday of each month, next club is on Saturday 28th September.

Club evenings will involve structured activities, games, crafts and more for the kids to enjoy, have fun and make new friends.

There will be a tuck shop for the children, and tea and coffee for parents if they choose to stay while the club is running.

If you would like more information or would like to register your child, please feel free to talk to Kate or Keith on Sundays or contact Church Administrator Nikki.

Registration forms and a sign up list are also available at both churches on Sundays.

You can also email Kate and Keith directly – nexgenkidsclub@gmail.com

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