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Mailshot 10th September 2026
I am pondering mowing the lawn. The dry, desiccated patch of straw has suddenly sprung to life. It’s amazing how quickly it’s come back! Still soon the entire lawn will be carpeted in autumn leaves. Pepper seems a little puzzled both by rain and autumn leaves, while we can’t be sure what her life was before us, my hunch is that she rarely saw outside. She continues to relax and integrate into our family, but she still is rather wary of visitors.
This Friday we are planning Advent and Christmas. As I’ve said before, it is going to be trickier, given I need to spread myself a little thinner this year. I’ve already been thinking of things- for example, the 4pm service will be Baby Jesus Bingo, and the Christmas Morning Service will be based around Fair-Trade Chocolate. Beyond that, it will be a challenge to work out how it will all fit together. Given that it is our main outreach of the year, it’s incredibly important to get it right.
Closer to now, we’re hitting harvest season. The harvest social will be on the 19th at 5pm and we’ll be needing numbers this Sunday. The menu will be curry or chicken and mushroom casserole with crumble and custard. There are gluten-free and vegan options. We’ll be having a beetle drive. The cost will be £5 per head. The harvest service will be the following week (the 27th), as the 20th is our next church meeting.
This Sunday we also have 11am worship and the sermon is one about the theory the church goes in 500-year cycles, then we have Sutton Coldfield Wind Orchestra at 4pm. It looks like an amazing concert. At 6pm we will explore Celtic Christianity. Look forward to seeing you.
Chris
100th Birthday Congratulations
Mrs Mary Medina who has long been associated with Wylde Green will be celebrating her 100th Birthday on 13th September.
Brenda Roubottom and Nigel Brookes will be attending her birthday celebration and taking along a card and small gift from Wylde Green URC.
IT Support
If you are looking for any kind of IT support then please visit the Repair Café this Saturday 12th Sept from 10am-1pm. Faye & team are available!
Changes to Bible Explore: Wednesdays 9.30am online & in person
Thursdays 7pm online only church login
Our new Bible Explore: How to Read the Bible is a collection of videos from the Bible Project with discussion and exploration. By the end of the sessions, you will have more tools and knowledge to understand what you read in the Bible or hear Scripture on Sunday. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!!
Gregg’s Jobs
Helen Rowe has now taken over as Gregg’s line manager. Reviewing the role it has been decided to streamline the many requests for jobs Gregg receives.
Please email all requests for jobs to Helen at WGURCsecs@protonmail.com Please give as much information as possible and how urgent the job is. Gregg has job sheets which can be completed for bigger jobs. Gregg and Helen will then meet every 2 weeks to review prioritise and plan the jobs requested.
The Synod is hosting a Walk Through the Bible event on Tuesday 22nd September at Weoley Hill United Reformed Church.
Tuesday 22nd September 10.00 - 4.30pm
Bring your own lunch/Drinks provided
Weoley Hill URC Green Meadow Rd, Selly Oak, B29 4DE
Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4gdEN1D or scan the QR code on the leaflet
Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walk-through-the-bible-tickets-1997695631410
It’s an interactive and engaging teaching event that uncovers the Big Picture of the Old Testament - Genesis to Malachi.
- It’s an encouraging way to consolidate prior Bible knowledge and help fill in gaps.
- An experienced Presenters from the organisation will lead the event.
- We use the room to explain the Biblical geography and how it impacts the story.
- You’ll receive a specifically designed Workbook, accompanied by a PowerPoint, contains maps, charts, and book summaries.
- You’ll gain access to 'Inspired By...' small group study series with videos for each session filmed on location in the Holy Land.
Sept 26 Ordination of Ed Lyne in Leeds
The bus will leave at 10am from Wylde Green and return about 7pm. There are additional places available. We are asking a £20 contribution towards the expenses for the bus.
Dates for your Diary:
Saturday 12th Sept 6-8pm Craft Workshop creating natural products
Sunday 13th Sept 4pm Sutton Coldfield Wind Orchestra Concert
Tuesday 15th Sept 11am-1pm The Art Of Craft Room 2
Saturday 19th Sept 5pm Harvest Supper & Beetle Drive
Sunday 20th Sept 4pm Neil Crossland Pianist in Concert
Thursday 10th Sept
6pm online prayers
6pm True Colours Group
7pm True Colours Group
7pm Bible Explore (now online only).
Friday 11th September
9am Online Prayers
9.30am Highbridge Baby & Toddlers
Saturday 12th September
10am -12noon Britwell Fair Trade & Eco Shop
10am Repair Café + IT Support
2pm Community Garden
6pm Craft Workshop (See attached Flier)
Sunday 13th September
11am Morning Worship
4pm Sutton Coldfield Wind Orchestra
6pm Exploring Celtic Christianity
Monday 14th September
2pm Gentle Chair Exercise – Neil with chair Tai Chi
2pm Community Garden
Tuesday 15th September
11am – 1pm Art of Craft (Room 2)
6pm Online Prayers
Wednesday 16th September
9am Online Prayers
9.30 Bible Explore - How to read the Bible
12.30pm Prayer Lunch
2pm Community Garden
4.45pm Fair Trade & Eco Shop
Online Prayers Please contact church for login
Tuesday & Thursday 6pm
Wednesday & Friday 9am