CENTRAL

Sat 31st Oct 

Quiz afternoon 1.00-3.00 pm Please let us know if you would like to

attend

Sat 7th Nov 

Cosy Cafe 10.00 am – 12 noon

Sat 21st Nov 

Cosy Cafe 10.00 am – 12 noon

Sat 28th Nov 

Christmas Craft Fayre 10.00 am - 3.00 pm

Movie nights at Central

Explore Faith through Films at Central Methodist Church Blackheath, 

7pm on selected Fridays 

A programme of movie mayhem in the merry Marvel manner! 

Every two weeks-ish, leading to the new release which is in cinemas 18th December.

Movie nights will take place on 

16th, 30th October, 14th, 27th, November and 4th,11th December 

Our Church at Hasbury are once again supporting Teams4U’s 

Christmas Shoebox Appeal

Leaflets and guidance notes, together with ‘self-assembly shoeboxes’ are available from the display in the foyer

 The filled shoeboxes from Hasbury and others donated locally will be dedicated during Worship for All on Sunday 22 November

 They will then be taken to Teams4U’s warehouse in Evesham for final checking before being loaded onto lorries and distributed in eastern Europe.  This year we hope to once again get them to children in Romania, Moldova, Belarus, Georgia and Ukraine

If you take one of the ‘self-assembly shoeboxes’, would you please consider making a donation of 50p/box to cover the cost of providing it

 For further information please see Jon Jones or Alan Cummings (or email John Smith - smithhalesowen@msn.com)

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Unpaid Carers

Dudley Carers' Summit 2026 to Shine a Spotlight on the Rights and Support Available to Unpaid Carers

Unpaid carers from across Dudley are being invited to attend the Dudley Carers' Summit 2026, a free event taking place as part of Carers Rights Day 2026, bringing together local organisations, support services and professionals dedicated to improving the lives of carers.

Hosted by the Dudley Health and Wellbeing Partnership, the summit will take place on Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at The Civic, Brierley Hill.

The event aims to help unpaid carers better understand their rights, access practical advice and information, and connect with organisations that can provide support with their caring role.

Across Dudley, thousands of people provide unpaid care to a family member, friend or neighbour who could not manage without their help. While caring can be rewarding, it can also present financial, emotional and practical challenges. The Dudley Carers' Summit will provide a valuable opportunity for carers to learn about the support available to them and ensure their voices help shape future services.

Attendees will be able to:

Representatives from Dudley Carers Hub, alongside a range of local organisations and services, will be available throughout the event to provide information, advice and practical support.

Michelle Jones, Carers Support Development Officer at Dudley CVS, said:

"Unpaid carers play a vital role in supporting family members, friends and loved ones, often while balancing work, family life and their own wellbeing. The Dudley Carers' Summit is an opportunity for carers to find out about the support available, learn more about their rights and connect with organisations that can help. We hope as many carers as possible will join us and help shape the future of carers' support in Dudley."

OPERATIONS & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

This work needs someone who can understand Methodist accounts and the admin needs of a

Circuit. We want someone who is committed to seeing the Anchor Circuit thrive.

We are looking for a part-time Operations & Administrative Officer to maintain the day-to-

day operations of the Circuit, including working, on behalf of the managing trustees, with

finance, administration, property projects, and legal compliance. This role is pivotal in

supporting the Circuit’s mission and values.

The Operations and Administrative officer will work closely with the Superintendent

Minister and other Circuit Trustees to optimise the Circuit’s effectiveness in fulfilling its

mission. A full job description can be found in the application pack.

To apply, please download the application pack and then fill in the application form which

you should email to centralmeth@gmail.com before the closing date. These details are also

on the website https://www.anchormethodistcircuit.org.uk/vacancies.htm

For an informal discussion about this role contact Rev Stephen, Superintendent Minister by

emailing centralmeth@gmail.com.

It’s lovely to see fresh flowers in church during worship.

There are a few dates left on the list in the car park entrance so could you consider whether you could fill one of these dates.

The flowers can be passed on to someone who is ill or needs some comfort, to show we are thinking about them.

 

PRAYER MINISTRY

There are now only 2 people to offer prayer ministry after worship. It’s necessary to have 2 people offering prayer, so we really need someone to volunteer to help with this valuable service. Please could you consider joining us. You don’t need to pray if you are unsure, you can just be there and sit whilst Joy or I pray. Please speak to Joy or me (Maureen Jeavons) if you would be willing to join us.

FOOD BANK SOS 

The Black Country food bank are so desperately short of basic supplies at the moment that they are having to buy items from their limited financial resources. They were really  pleased to receive our contributions last week as they were very much needed. Thank you all for your support

Please  continue to  give to the Food Bank as generously as you can to help those who are struggling financially at this difficult time.

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CRAFTING FOR COMMUNITIES     htpps://cforc.co.uk We are in need of drivers on Wed or Fri mornings, 9.30 - 12.30 to collect and deliver our hand- made  goodies across the borough We work from the building behind Mary Stevens Hospice which  used to be the maternity hospital. If you want to know more 

NOTICE TO ALL KITCHEN USERS

Due to the new Dudley waste management rules the way waste is handled                              in this kitchen has changed.

Food waste

No food waste is to be placed in either bin. We do not have the facility to deal with food waste so please place any waste in the plastic bags provided and remove from the premises.

Non-recyclable waste

This is to be placed in the bin by the handwash sink. This waste includes: handtowels, napkins, greaseproof paper, foil wrappings, bubble wrap, chocolate and sweet wrappers.

Recyclable waste

This is to be placed in the bin by the dishwasher. Please rinse items first. This includes: food and drink cans, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles, tubs and food trays, cartons, clean foil and foil containers Paper and card

Thank you for your help

OUR DAILY BREAD

As Christian disciples we are required to spend time reading the bible and praying on a regular basis to help us grow closer to God. It  can be hard to keep to this discipline without the help of daily bible notes. Available from church are 'Our Daily Bread' bible notes  but if you prefer to go 'on line'  the following resources are recommended and easy to use.

  Prayer for the day the Methodist Church app  .....Lectio 365 app....

Sacred Space app..... Pray as you go app (Catholic based but very good)      

Our Daily Bread bible notes are for June, July and August are available from the prayer table in the foyer.

While these copies are free, a small contribution would enable a donation to be sent to Our Daily Bread Ministries to offset printing costs

Thank you

RECYCLING

Unfortunately we are no longer able to recycle used pens and felt tips. Things we can recycle are stamps   ( please leave a small border), used spectacles ( but no cases thank you), balls of wool, teddies and ink cartridges – (we received £61 for the last batch of ink cartridges !!)

 PRAYER

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 God of compassion,

Your love for humanity was revealed in Jesus,

whose earthly life began in the poverty of a stable

and ended in the pain and isolation of the cross:

we hold before you those who are homeless and cold

especially in this bitter weather.

Draw near and comfort them in spirit and bless those who work to provide them

with shelter, food and friendship.

We ask this in Jesus' name.

Amen