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Reading for this Sunday Matthew 11:1-19 & 25-30 (NIV UK) After Jesus had finished instructing his twelve disciples, he went on from there to teach and preach in the towns of Galilee. 2 When John, who was in prison, heard about the deeds of the Messiah, he sent his disciples 3 to ask him, “Are you the one who is to come, or should we expect someone else?” 4 Jesus replied, “Go back and report to John what you hear and see: 5 The blind receive sight, the lame walk, those who have leprosy are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the good news is proclaimed to the poor. 6 Blessed is anyone who does not stumble on account of me.” 7 As John’s disciples were leaving, Jesus began to speak to the crowd about John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed swayed by the wind? 8 If not, what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? No, those who wear fine clothes are in kings’ palaces. 9 Then what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and more than a prophet. 10 This is the one about whom it is written: “‘I will send my messenger ahead of you, 11 Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist; yet whoever is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. 12 From the days of John the Baptist until now, the kingdom of heaven has been subjected to violence, and violent people have been raiding it. 13 For all the Prophets and the Law prophesied until John. 14 And if you are willing to accept it, he is the Elijah who was to come. 15 Whoever has ears, let them hear. 16 “To what can I compare this generation? They are like children sitting in the marketplaces and calling out to others: 17 “‘We played the pipe for you, and you did not dance; 18 For John came neither eating nor drinking, and they say, ‘He has a demon.’ 19 The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Here is a glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners.’ But wisdom is proved right by her deeds.” 25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do. 27 “All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. 28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” News Eco Action for July - Submit your entry to the Creative Arts competition by 13th July and come to Ecofest Marine on 18th (including contributions to the programme from two members of our church family). Bring some lunch - light refreshments from 10.30 - 3.30 for a donation.
What a difference it makes to enter a tidy, clean, sweet- smelling space, having walked through a weed-free area along flower-lined, freshly swept paths, the sun glinting on unsmeared glass. We need a CLEANING CREW to help on 16 July from 3-6pm – many hands make light work and its fun doing things with others. Please have a word with Sheila Sherriff or Elaine Biden.
School news: There are only 3 weeks of Open the Book assemblies left to deliver for this academic year! This week Helen will be visiting Warberry and Ilsham Schools to tell the children about the strange earthquake that could have helped Paul and Silas escape prison! Pre-school -If you would like to make a donation towards the cost of the Bibles, with which they will be presented at their leaving service, please put it in an envelope clearly marked ‘BIBLE DONATION’ Dates for your diary
Girls Allowed Please join us for a coffee morning either on Tuesday 22nd July at Susie Higgins’s from 10.30 to noon (to book please email susieehiggins@btinternet.com or text 07900362055) or on Wednesday 23rd July on the church piazza (lounge if wet) from 10.30 to noon (to book please text 07974001227or email elainebiden@hotmail.com. We look forward to seeing you.
Living & Telling South West - 8th & 9th July 2026 is for anyone age 16 to 116. Register now at: swym.org.uk/events. Flyers in the linkway.
Men’s Prayer Breakfast -11th July – the speaker will be the Rev Gary Tavener who was involved in Christian Ministry over 6 Continents, 39 Countries for 45 years, preaching the Gospel to over 130,000 people with over 25,000 responses, planting over 400 churches…all because of, and due to, the grace & patience of God! Please book in advance by contacting Charlie torbaymens.breakfast@gmail.com.
Messy Church will be back on Tuesday 14th July, from 3:15-5:30pm. We will be having some fun and activities outside in the Forest School area. A great afternoon for primary school children and families.
Ecofest Marine - 18th July 10.30-5pm with activities for children and adults, information stands in the morning and seminars starting at 1.30pm. Light refreshments available until 3.30pm for a donation.
The Reverend Stephen Yates will be instituted as Rector at 7pm on Tuesday 21st July, and Helen Baker will be licensed as an LLM: you are warmly invited to join the celebration. Please consider using public transport, car-sharing, or walking; the car park will be reserved for those officiating or who have mobility issues.
Dine out Sunday – our next lunch out together will be at 2pm on 26th July and we will be back at the Babbacombe Inn. Please contact Gill Buick on 07709727714 for further information or to book a place.
Friends of St Matthias. Many thanks to all who attended our AGM - it was great to see so many of you. Our next event is the Car Treasure Hunt on Sunday 26th July from 2pm. The entry fee is £10 per car and full details, and how to register, will be found at the Friends’ table in the lounge after Sunday services until the 19th July. We hope that you will be able to join us.
Prayers for the week – whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have faith Matthew 21:22
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