To see a list of this month's services and events, please go to our Calendar.

Students Uni Prep Day

A day for those going to university, or planning to go next year, that will help prepare you for being a Christian within that lifestyle. This Wednesday, 1st September from 10am - 4pm in Rooms 7/8 Old Vic. Lunch will be provided. It is also for those who have already started university who might like to share their experiences and learn more. Speak to Andy Williams for more information.
 

Author Event at St John’s

Michael Morpurgo, the award-winning and hugely popular children's author, will be speaking at St John's on Friday 3rd September at 6.30pm. The event is organised by Young Browsers bookshop to launch the author's new book 'Not Bad for a Bad Lad', which is set at Hollesley Bay Prison. Michael Morpurgo will talk about this story, answer questions and sign copies of his books, all of which will be available for sale on the evening. Tickets are available from Young Browsers and Browsers bookshops on the Thoroughfare - £3 for adults, children are free. Tel 01394 382832.

Woodbridge Passion Play

A few years ago Churches Together in Woodbridge and Melton got together and staged an excellent re-enactment of the Easter story, which drew a large crowd to Elmhurst Park. Lyn Spall was the driving force behind the play and now asks "would you like to be involved in the next Woodbridge Passion?"
(Good Friday is 22nd April 2011). There will be a meeting at 9.30am on Saturday 4th September for anyone who would like to be involved in acting, singing, playing, scenery building, praying etc. If you would like to find out more please come to the meeting.
• no previous experience necessary
• all ages welcome
• coffee and pastries will be served

Small Group Leaders Meeting

The termly meeting for Small Group leaders will be held in rooms 7 and 8 of the Old Vic on Monday 6th September. Dessert and coffee from 7 p.m. with the meeting starting promptly at 7.30 p.m. Please try to ensure that your group is represented to receive the briefing, book and handout for this Autumn’s Just Ten series.

Friends International are coming to tea.

On Saturday 11th September a group of international students from Essex University will be enjoying a trip to Woodbridge and we are hosting them for afternoon tea here at St John’s. Any offers of sandwiches, quiches or cakes would be most welcome.  And they would love people to chat to so do come along and say hello. 

Men in their Sheds - Saturday 11th September - Men's Breakfast at Colchester

Why do men love retreating into their sheds? Is this a parallel of our spiritual lives? How can we avoid getting stuck in our 'spiritual sheds' so that we build stronger relationships with our neighbours, work colleagues and others at church? This breakfast event is aimed at Christian men who want to encourage each other in their spiritual walk by taking 'time out' from their normal routine in a relaxed rural setting. 8.30am - 11.30am at Vauxhall Campsite near Colchester.

Junior Church resumes 12th September

'Exploring Issues'

Have you read “THE SHACK” by WP Young? J. John has reviewed this best selling novel saying .”This is the most heart –warming, inspirational story I have read in decades. If you only read one book in the next year read THE SHACK”. We will be discussing the fundamental issues raised in this book at our next meeting on Tuesday, September 14th at 7.30pm (at the home of Canon and Mrs. D Boyes, 13 Magdalen Drive). Do come and tell us your thoughts about the book’s unusual depiction of the Trinity, and its comments on the reason why God does not appear to act when man’s evil causes human tragedy and the nature of forgiveness.
 

Revival Weekend Away 17th to 19th September

Once again we are off to the Horstead Centre in Norfolk to indulge in all sorts of activities and have a great time together. You can find out what we do by looking at the report on our weekend away last year - just click here.  Whether your young person went to Soul Survivor or not this is a great way for all those in cell groups to strengthen Christian friendships at this valuable weekend event. It also encourages team building and personal growth in faith.

Woodbridge young People have Talent

Just 42 are organising a ‘one night only’ variety show for all the family focussed on fun rather than fortune. The youth of Woodbridge are very talented, the local schools produce excellent bands and shows with amazing performances by gifted young people. The Riverside Theatre is booked for Friday 17th September for a Talent Night. The chance to enter and entertain the audience is open to anyone aged 6 to 19 years. Tickets cost £3.00 each whether you are a performer or in the audience cheering them along. This should provide enough money to cover costs if the Theatre is full. If anyone can display a poster in their home or workplace for this event for Just 42 please contact Malcolm Knapp. Tickets are limited so please hurry.

Back to Church Sunday - 26th September

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Tools With A Mission

On October 2nd and 3rd we will be collecting tools to pass on to the Christian charity 'Tools With A Mission'. A list of tools they can use is pinned up in the church porch, or if you would like a copy before the autumn from the Church office during the week or the Info Point on Sundays.
 

and further ahead ...

Harvest Supper - Saturday 2nd October

Harvest Services - Sunday 3rd October

Cafe Church - 'Just 10' evenings start 3rd October

Maasai Warriors – 22nd October

Advent Retreat – Ely 19-21 November

Holiday Club with John Hardwick - 21st to 25th February 2011

Holiday at Home 2011
There will be a Holiday at Home from 13th - 19th June 2011 with a similar format to this year but with different events and trips. More information after Christmas(!) but please reserve the dates now.