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Last Sunday

Posted on 6th September 2023 by adminitchenvalley

It was good that so many of us—nearly seventy in all—were able to join us on what turned out to be one of the hottest Sunday of the year! In the morning at our Parish Communion we tuned in to … Continue reading →

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Informal Garden Service

Posted on 17th August 2023 by adminitchenvalley

We’re looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible in our Rectory Garden on Sunday 27 August! Please bring your own picnic and something to sit on. We’ve spent the last two years trying to bring the garden … Continue reading →

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Peter changed by Jesus – sermon from 30th July part 2

Posted on 3rd August 2023 by llm42

Peter was an ordinary man. He had a wife and a physically demanding job – fishing. Peter had sat, walked, and talked with Jesus. He’d seen and participated in Jesus’ miracles. He made mistakes, got told off by Jesus, denied … Continue reading →

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A special weekend in the life of our parish

Posted on 6th July 2023 by adminitchenvalley

Last weekend was another special weekend in the life of our parish—with many things to celebrate. First, it was so good to welcome the family and friends of Steffan and Francesca to celebrate their wedding in St Mary’s Easton on … Continue reading →

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A week in the life of St Swithun’s.

Posted on 19th June 2023 by adminitchenvalley

St Swithun’s Church has been very busy this week.  The funeral of long standing Martyr Worthy resident, Jennifer Faber took place on Wednesday and was attended by family and friends who were able to celebrate the life of this wonderful … Continue reading →

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Installing of our Parish Churchwardens

Posted on 12th June 2023 by adminitchenvalley

Last week our Churchwardens were invited to St John’s Church, Hartley Wintney to be installed by Archdeacon Richard Brand.  Churchwardens are annually chosen by the Annual Meeting of Parishioners, but do not actually become a Churchwarden until admitted to office … Continue reading →

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Parish Communion this Sunday at St John’s, Itchen Abbas

Posted on 27th April 2023 by adminitchenvalley

This Sunday is a special one for us in that our only service is a Parish Communion in St John’s, Itchen Abbas at 10.00am. This only happens on the fifth Sunday of the month, so it would be lovely for … Continue reading →

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Valley Worship and The Ark

Posted on 24th April 2023 by adminitchenvalley

What a wonderful and thought provoking Valley Worship service we had yesterday led by John Barber.  Nicky Barber spoke about Lazarus from John 11: 21-44 her talk can be heard here or the transcript can be read below.  Our Everyday … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Holy Week in the Valley

Posted on 3rd April 2023 by adminitchenvalley

As seen below, we are looking forward to a range of events and services during the coming week. Three of these are essentially similar to what we have done in previous years, namely the Way of the Cross on Good … Continue reading →

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Church Matters and Holy Week Services

Posted on 30th March 2023 by adminitchenvalley

This week’s Church Matters is attached and also details of our Holy Week services. CHURCH MATTERS 2.4.23

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Mothering Sunday Family Service – 10am, St Mary’s Church, Easton

Posted on 17th March 2023 by adminitchenvalley
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Lent Lunch Tomorrow – apologies for incorrect venue, now correct

Posted on 9th March 2023 by adminitchenvalley

These community lent lunches have returned to the Itchen Valley this year.  The lunches are held on Fridays from 12-2pm in various homes and take the form of an informal gathering, offering soup, bread and cheese. Tomorrow’s lunch will be at Freefolk … Continue reading →

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Lent Lunch Tomorrow – everyone welcome

Posted on 9th March 2023 by adminitchenvalley

These community lent lunches have returned to the Itchen Valley this year.  The lunches are held on Fridays from 12-2pm in various homes and take the form of an informal gathering, offering soup, bread and cheese. Tomorrow’s lunch will be at Freefolk … Continue reading →

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Electoral Roll

Posted on 8th March 2023 by adminitchenvalley

If you are not currently on the Electoral Roll and would like to be please complete this form and return it to Beccy at Itchen Abbas Church by the Wednesday 15 March which is the closing date.  

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Jam Jars required for UTX Crafts

Posted on 2nd March 2023 by adminitchenvalley

UTX would like any spare jam jars for their Mothering Sunday craft session on Sunday 12 March.  Please leave any spare jars at St John’s Church before next Sunday. Many thanks!

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