Subject: What's on for Michaelmas Term 2022 at the University Church

 

Noughth Week


by the Revd Dr William Lamb


A new academic year is about to begin as freshers at both the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes University descend on the city. This is one of the most wonderful times of year. There is a sense of newness, of new people, new beginnings, new opportunities. We look forward to welcoming people to St Mary’s, both newcomers and those returning, in some cases after an extended period of absence.


One of the things that is new is the ‘What’s On’ guide. This replaces our term card and will be published quarterly: at the beginning of Michaelmas Term (including Advent and Christmas); at the beginning of Hilary Term (including Lent and Easter); at the beginning of Trinity Term; and at the beginning of the Long Vacation. This reflects not only the fact that there are activities and events throughout the year at the University Church, but also pays due regard to the fact that many graduate students are with us throughout the year. You will see in the guide that there are articles about forthcoming exhibitions, details about social events, information about our learning programme, concert listings as well as details about services. It is a sign of the vibrancy of St Mary’s that there is so much going on. We look forward to seeing you soon.


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Notices


WHAT'S ON

We are starting a new publication What's On . It is full of interesting features and information about upcoming events and services and the first copy has just been published and is available to collect from the back of church. Please do take one for yourself and interested friends and neighbours, or share a copy with a local interest group. See it online here.


COFFEE AND DOUGHNUTS: 11.15AM WEDNESDAYS from 5th OCTOBER

During Michaelmas Term we are offering Coffee and Doughnuts on Wednesday mornings in the De Brome Chapel as a way of extending our ministry of hospitality during the week and reaching out to our wider community. Do come and invite others for this weekly informal chance to drop in and chat.


PARISH LUNCH

Next Sunday there will be a parish lunch in the Old Library. If you are able to offer help with the preparation of lunch, please have a word with Janet Greenland or Julia Reece after the service.


HARVEST COLLECTION

Next Sunday is our Harvest Festival and there will be a retiring collection for Christian Aid’s emergency appeal for Pakistan following the floods this summer. Please give generously.


CANDLELIT TOUR

On Thursday 13 October, there will be a Candlelit Tour of the University Church starting at 7.30pm. The tour will culminate in the beautiful office of Compline in the Chancel. Places are limited so please book online here.


OXFORD HALF MARATHON: 16th OCTOBER

Please be aware that there will be road closures affecting access to the University Church on 16th October due to the Oxford Half Marathon. Please leave additional time to travel or to walk from your relocated bus stops. You can check the route on this map.


SUPPORTING UKRAINIAN REFUGEES

The Diocese of Oxford has joined Citizens UK in providing a safer, more streamlined system designed to provide support for those undertaking the sponsorship process for supporting Ukrainian Refugees. For more information on hosting or supporting refugees visit: www.oxford.anglican.org/everyday-faith/becoming-a-christian/how-to/make-a-difference-in-ukraine.php


NEW TO ST MARY’S? If you are new to St Mary’s and have started coming to services in the last six months or so, we may not have your contact details. If you would like to find out more about what is going on at the University Church, please email admin@universitychurch.ox.ac.uk with your name, address and telephone number and ask for your name to be added to the Parish Directory. This directory is used only by parish staff but it enables us to get in touch with you as the need arises.

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