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SUNDAY 1st March
Lent 2
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Night - the moon gives a different perspective. We are in shadow and the sense of being concealed gives us a freedom to be someone slightly different, to open up, to expose our questions or our longings in a way that the bright daylight discourages. In today's gospel, the religious leader, Nicodemus, seeks out Jesus with his whispered questions. What are yours? Jesus' answer to him - and to us - begins with the love of God which seeks us out, each one, even more than we seek him. Rev Beth
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A Prayer
For God so loved the world; the sparrows, the mountain lions, the fish and the people.
For God so loved the world; in success and failure, in sickness and health, in mediocrity and extraordinary.
For God so loved the world; enough to become one of us, enough to suffer along with us, enough to offer new life for us.
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Readings for Today
Genesis 12:1-4a
Psalm 121
Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
John 3:1-17
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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St Paul´s
All Age Eucharist
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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Caldas da Rainha area
Eucharist
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Thursday
5th March
12.45pm
7pm
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St George´s
Holy Communion
Evening Prayer
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St Paul's
World Day of Prayer service
This is an annual, international service written this year by women of Nigeria. As always there will be music, thoughtful testimony and reflection and insight into the lives of ordinary Christians in the chosen country.
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HIGHLIGHTED UPCOMING EVENTS
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Tuesday
3 March
5.00pm & 6.30pm
(also 10, 17, 24 March)
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Lent Prayer Course week 2: The Jesus Prayer
Our Prayer Series continues with the Jesus Prayer. Learn about and use this prayer from the Orthodox tradition.
5.00pm in person at St Paul's.
6.30pm online. to log in.
ID: 864 6383 9206
Password: 764549
Those joining online might like to think about a quiet space to zoom from, and bring a candle and a visual focus such as an icon or a cross.
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Friday 20th March
10.00am - 4.00pm
To book a place, please email the Chaplain
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Lent Quiet Day, St George´s.
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Every Tues &
Thurs
10.30am - 12.30pm
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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 Nadia.
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To see all the events in the Chaplaincy at a glance:
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Mothering Sunday 15th March
This is always a special service, as we give thanks for mothers, for the family of the church and for God who loves us like a mother. With special music and posies for all the women who attend, it is a really good service to invite a friend to - why not start thinking about whom you could invite?
Help with make posies for Mothering Sunday is needed:
Friday 13th March 11am-12 noon at St Paul's
Saturday 14th March 12 noon - 1pm at St George's.
Please let Rev Beth know if you can help. Ideally we need 3 volunteers at both churches.
Thank you!
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Children in Communion
Recently the church agreed a policy (approved by the Bishop) to allow children, aged 8 and over , to receive communion prior to confirmation. This would only happen after a child has undertaken some classes of preparation about the Christian faith and the importance of communion. We will shortly be starting some classes, with a view to those children receiving their first communion at our service on Easter Sunday. The attached letter gives further information and if you know a child who might be interested, please pass this letter on and ask the parents to get in touch with Rev Iain.
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Mission in the Community
I am looking to establish a small team in each church that will explore ways to be the presence and light of Christ in the communities we serve. To reach out to those outside our walls. Whether homeless or hungry or migrant or struggling financially.
If you feel God calling you to share your faith in practical ways, get in touch with Rev Iain.
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What Does It Mean to Be Anglican?
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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, Iain or Beth.
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Lisbon Anglicans WhatsApp Community
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