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Newsletter for week commencing
SUNDAY 18th October 2026
20th after Trinity
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From the Chaplaincy Team....
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In the book "Prince Caspian", a sequel to the The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, the children return to Narnia and find themselves in the overgrown ruins of an old castle. As they pull back the undergrowth to explore, they find a door leading down into what was once the treasury, a room still filled with bright armour and their own precious gifts from Aslan. I always think of this story when I read the phrase from this Sunday's passage from Isaiah "treasures of the darkness". I love the promise that within darker times, treasures are waiting to be discovered; that some of the hidden experiences of our lives can yet be redeemed and re-purposed, as we are willing offer them to God, and can bring hope and light to others. Rev Beth
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A Prayer
God who has breathed life into us and walked beside us in both green pastures and dark valleys: come, breathe life into the hidden places of our lives and bring forth treasures for us, for our families and friends and for all your people.
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Readings for Today
Isaiah 45. 1-7
Psalm 96. 1-9
1 Thessalonians 1. 1-10
Matthew 22. 15-22
To view the readings in full 
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SERVICES FOR SUNDAY AND THE COMING WEEK
To view the Service Sheets for both Sunday services
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Sunday
18th October
9:30am
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St Paul's
Eucharist with two Sunday Clubs (children and youth)
Also available by Livestream via Zoom*.
To log in please 
When you log in, you will automatically be admitted to the Zoom room with your video off and your sound muted.
Meeting ID: 863 5685 4848
Passcode: 294912
Alternatively if you wish to see the
Church of England online service
please
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Sunday
18th October
11:30am
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St George's
Eucharist with Umoja Voices from Kenya
Followed by a shared Kenyan lunch - all welcome
See also the poster below for details of afternoon and evening concerts with the Umoja Voices
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Thursday
22nd October
12:45pm
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St George's
Holy Communion
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HIGHLIGHTED UPCOMING EVENTS
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Sunday
18th October
See poster for times
The Kenyan Choir Umoji Voices is visiting St George's and St Paul's and will be performing at St Geoege's in the morning, followed by a shared Kenyan lunch and two concerts in the afternoon and evening. See poster for details.
For an idea of who's coming, check their bios here.
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St George's and St Paul's - Visiting Choir
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October Concerts at St Paul's
Don't miss these fantastic events this October: Umoji Voices from Kenya and Kings College boys choir. Free entry/donations welcome for both. Full details on our posters.
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Tuesday
20th October
Time 6pm
Also: 3 & 17 Nov, 1 Dec
Rev Beth writes: 'I am very much looking forward to this group and to our confirmation on 6th December!'
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Confirmation Preparation
Our Confirmation Preparation group continues at 6pm on Tuesday evening 20 Oct. Each week focuses on one part of the confirmation service.
It's not too late to be part of the confirmation, even if the dates aren't possible for you.
Please contact Rev Beth as soon as possible to give your availability by downloading, completing and returning this form.
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Thursday
22nd October
12.45pm
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Women's Lunch - St Paul's area.
The women's monthly lunch in the Estoril area usually takes place on the fourth Thursday of the month.
The next lunch will be on Thursday 22 Oct at 12h45.
If you would like to attend and you're not already in the WhatsApp Group please contact Claire Banazol on 933 121 957.
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Thursday
22nd October
7- 9pm
We are running Alpha, an introduction to Christianity course. Do share the word, and can you please keep this in your prayers?
It is not to late to join!
Sign up here
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Saturday
24th October
3 - 4.30pm
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St Paul's - Barn Dance
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To see all the events in the Chaplaincy at a glance:
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Look Back, Looking Around, Looking Forward - we need your voice! Last chance to have your say!!
We've only had a few responses so far — please take a few minutes to complete the survey this week. It's your chance to shape the search for our new chaplain.
Finding a New Chaplain — what happens next?
Now that Beth is leaving at the end of the year, planning for the vacancy and search is underway:
- Daleen and the retired ministry team, aided by visiting locum priests, will keep the chaplaincy running as usual
- Our four churchwardens are your first point of contact for any questions
- The council is preparing a chaplaincy profile and role description, aiming to finish by year-end
- In January, the archdeacon meets the council to set the recruitment process in motion
- Council will elect two reps to join the interview panel alongside Diocesan representatives (and the Bishop, in some capacity)
- The preferred candidate will then visit privately to meet the council and discuss terms
- The final step is the visa process
No fixed timescale, but if things go smoothly, next September is a realistic target.
What can you do?
- Complete the Looking Back, Looking Forward Survey
- Pray for the process — a prayer for this transition is below
Loving God, we thank you for your presence with us in this community. As we enter a time of change, give us patience as we live with uncertainty, confidence in your goodness and trust in your provision for us for the future. Guide those who are seeking our new chaplain, give them wisdom, discernment and prayerful hearts. Keep us united in your love and strengthen us to use the gifts you have given us, to care for one another, to welcome those who come among us, and to serve you with love. In the name of Christ, Amen.
— Beth
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Hall Roof Repairs at St George
Please note that the Joan Croft de Moura Hall roof is being repaired beginning Monday 14th September and is likely to take 4 weeks. During this time the church hall will be unavailable for use.
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Every Tues
and Thurs
10.30am - 12.30pm
New volunteers to help always needed. Only 2 hours and always in pairs.
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Coffee In the Library, St Paul's
Everyone is welcome, just drop in and we will be pleased to see you!
On Thursdays from 11am to 12pm join us for Portuguese conversation. Any level welcome!
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Every Wednesday
10.30am - 12.30pm
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Parent and Toddler Group, St Paul's
A place for babies and toddlers to play, explore and socialise.
Tea and coffee available for parents.
Free, just drop in.
For more information please contact Rev Daleen
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Community Fund
Remember that you can support members of our church community who are struggling with moving to Portugal, by donating to the Community Fund. This work and fund is an important part of the chaplaincy´s mission. If you would like to donate or want to find out more, please speak to Asha or Beth.
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Lisbon Anglicans WhatsApp Community
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