Pastrow Family Grapevine
Printed Sunday 13th of September 2026, 11:26pm
Services are avaiable from –
Winchester Catherdral – Winchester Cathedral | The Cathedral Channel (winchester-cathedral.org.uk)
Church of England – Welcome to the Church of England’s official website | The Church of England
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Blessings for all who teach and share the good news and teach in our schools
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Friday 11th
1.30 – 3.30 pm Cosy Café – Charlton
Saturday 12th
10 am Julian Prayer Meeting – Hatherden
Sunday 13th
10 am Holy Communion – Tangley, Charlton, Hurstbourne
10 am Morning Worship – Penton, & Smannell
10.30 am Family Service – Weyhill
6 pm Evensong – Vernham
Tuesday 15th
9.30 – 11.30 am Pop in & Play – Hurstbourne
Wednesday 16th
10 am Holy communion – Tangley
Sunday 20th
8.30 am BCP Holy Communion – Penton
10 am PFG4 All – Harvest Service
10 am Holy Communion – Enham & Vernham
10.30 am Holy Communion Service – Weyhill
6 pm Reflection Service – Tangley
The Fifteenth Sunday after Trinity
Exodus 14 19 – end
Psalm 114
Romans 14 1 – 12
Matthew 18 21 – 35
The Sixteenth Sunday after Trinity
Exodus 16 2 – 15
Psalm 105 1 – 6, 37 – end
Philippians 1 21 – end
Matthew 20 1 – 16
Families affect by 9/11 in the states and around the world as this the 25th anniversary dawns and memories still fresh as if only last week.
All those who will Ride & Stride to raise funds for their churches, may the weather be kind for their endeavours
Our families, neighbours and friends as the nights draw in, remember those who with shortened daylight hours may mean more time alone at home
For the 13th September
God, who in generous mercy sent the Holy Spirit upon your Church in the burning fire of your love: grant that your people may be fervent in the fellowship of the gospel that, always abiding in you, they may be found steadfast in faith and active in service; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Penton open during daylight hours
Hatherden 8 am – 4 pm daily
Tangley 9 am – 4 pm daily
Hurstbourne Tarrant 9.30 am – dusk
Vernham Dean 10 am – 4 pm – Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday
Weyhill – 8 am – 4 pm Daily
Smannell – 9 am – 4 pm Daily
By Kenton Smith
Peace?
In the context of our Spirituality in Christ peace is of course much more than the definition that describes peace as the absence of war. It is profoundly deeper and reflects the Jewish idea of Shalom, peace within all things: with God, friends, family, in our homes and in our work.
Whilst there are occasions when peace can sometimes be provided at certain times by the Holy Spirit, it is not usually like some random gift from a passing Holy Dove that plops on our head when we least expect it. It is suggested we need to nurture peace within a relationship with Christ Jesus via religious and spiritual disciplines, not least regular Church attendance, fellowship, private and corporate prayer, Bible study and meditation.
But life is not generous with time. Too often the pressures of everyday living and responsibilities crowd out such spiritual disciplines despite our best intentions.
The Pastrow family has therefore once again started organising “quiet days” at The Well at Tangley, a concept for the use of St Thomas of Canterbury Church as a place of solace, of resolution and of affirmation. Some find the idea of a “retreat” or “meditation” a little intimidating, so the idea of quiet day lasting just a few hours is designed to provide a gentle but formal structure to give time for people just to be still, to think, or just pause, away from the distractions of daily life.
A quiet day was held in August and there are plans for more to be held in future. If you think such an event would help you in your walk with Christ, keep your eyes open for notices in the Grapevine about future quiet days at The Well.
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What is a Healing Ministry?
Matthew’s gospel gives us a summary of Jesus’ ministry which is ‘preaching the Good News of the Kingdom and healing every sickness and disease among the people.’ The church, throughout its history, has been entrusted with a mandate for bringing this healing to people and communities. Here in Pastrow we have for some time been training a group of people to exercise this Healing Ministry.
Are you confirmed? No, have you thought about being confirmed? Or would you like to know more?
We will be running classes from October in preparation for our Confirmation service on the 30th November.
If you would like to know more speak to a service leader or contact Rev Carol. 07956 674717
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20th Sept – 10 am Charlton
27th Sept – 10 am Hatherden & Penton
11th Oct – 10 am Hurstbourne
11th Oct – 10.30 am Weyhill
11th Oct – 6pm Smannell
18th Oct – 10 am Vernham
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We have signed up to raise funds through Easyfundraising. If you shop online go through Easyfundraising, support Pastrow Family and we will raise funds with no cost to you, we can then use this to support all our projects in the Parish. Click on the link to sign up and shop online as normal. Thank you. https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/support-a-good-cause/step-1/?char=396305&invite=nit1v2&referral-campaign=c2s&utm_campaign=web-referral
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Weekly –
Tuesday – 9.30 – 11.30 am Pop in & Play – Hurstbourne Tarrant Community Centre (term time only)
Wednesday – 10 am Holy Communion – Tangley
September Dates
Fri 11th – Cosy Café – Charlton
Sat 12th – Julian Meeting – Hatherden
Sat 19th Charlton Harvest Supper
Sun 20th Harvest Service & Supper – Hatherden
Sun 20th Harvest Festival – Charlton
Fri 25th – Cosy Café – Macmillan – Charlton
Sun 27th – Reflection Service – Tangley
Sun 27th – PFG4 Fun & Faith – FaCT
Last Tuesday – Prayer meeting – Vernham
Also, various Home Groups meet weekly, if you would like more details, please contact Jude
The Grapevine reaches over 400 people weekly, to advertise your event or special service pass the details to Jude on eventsadmin@pastrowfamily.org.uk also email to join our mailing list for all the latest news.
Pastrow Family Prayers – A monthly sheet with prayers & thoughts for the coming month, if you would like to sign up, please email eventsadmin@pastrowfamily.org.uk
The Parish Giving Scheme
A great way to regularly support you home parish church, join at Home – Parish Giving Scheme paper applications can be obtained from Jude please call 07999 352585
A Grace Ministry for Moses-Like Generation in Uganda.
Would you like to commit to supporting very needy orphans in South West Uganda (South Ruwenzori – next to the border with Congo (DRC))? There is a huge number of orphaned and needy children in this area. We are supporting 30 young people by paying their school fees and other related costs. St Thomas’s Charlton are contributing £50 a month and a number of individuals also give regularly. The founder and head of this ministry is Rev William Musisi Muhindo, a good friend of Ian Smale’s and an inspiring Christian and church leader in the South Ruwenzori diocese. If you would like to know more please contact Ian on revian@pastrowfamily.org.uk
Facebook
Like our public page and we will invite you to the closed group where all the latest information is posted for the Pastrow Family. Pastrow Family | Facebook everything will be on the Grapevine as well.
David Horne (13th)
John Gent (19th)
Our Prayers for those known to us personally.
