Notices
PARISH LUNCH – 12PM NEXT SUNDAY
There will be a Parish Lunch in the Old Library on 8 October at 12noon. If you are able to contribute a dish, please contact Katie Hicks at
hickscm@uwclub.net
LATIN COMMUNION: 8.00AM, THURS 5 OCTOBER
Very soon after the first English Prayer Book appeared in 1549, it was translated into Latin and the use of the Latin Prayer Book continues today at the University Church. Holy Communion is celebrated at the beginning of each term and will take place at 8.00am on Thursday 5th October. The Revd Dr Max Kremer will be the Celebrant.
READ WITH FAITH IN ACTION FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH
This Black History Month (October), you are invited to join the Faith in Action Group in reading Why I'm No Longer Talking to White People About Race by Reni Eddo-Lodge. Described as ‘the book which sparked a national conversation’ it explores many topics, from ‘eradicated black history to the inextricable link between class and race’. Copies are widely available in book shops and online but if you would like to borrow a copy you would be very welcome to, just let Hannah know. You are encouraged to share your reflections with others in the congregation and in your social, work and study circles to keep this important conversation going.
HARVEST COLLECTION FOR THE PORCH - NEXT WEEK, 8 OCTOBER
Next week we will be collecting in aid of The Porch. Donations of sugar, fresh fruit & vegetables (for the ‘Porch Preserves’ enterprise), toiletries & laundry detergent are especially welcome. Please place donations on the Adam DeBrome tomb before the service next week. The Porch provides freshly cooked meals, showers, laundry, and a wide range of support to homeless and vulnerably housed people in Oxford. The cost-of-living crisis has created additional demand as well as significantly higher running costs. The cash collection from 8th October will be donated towards their work and they would very much welcome new volunteers (www.theporch.org.uk).
VICAR’S SLEEPOUT
On World Homeless Day (10th October), the Vicar will be joining colleagues from the Collegiate University, the world of business, and civic representatives on a Sleepout organised by the Oxfordshire Homeless Movement to raise money to support its work with the homeless. If you would like to sponsor him, please visit this link.
SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY
If you would like to support the ministry of the University Church, you may wish to make a cash donation at the offertory or via the contactless card machine by the High Street entrance. You can also make a donation online (please use the QR code) through the Parish Giving Scheme or by sending a text: Text "SMV X" to 70085 to donate £X. E.g.: "SMV 5" to 70085 will donate £5.00. Texts cost £X plus one standard rate message. Thank you!
