God our Father,
grant us the light of Christ,
that we may shine with his love,
be prompt to serve,
and ever eager to follow in his steps,
who is the true light and source of life.
Amen
Month: December 2019
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Book Sale
There is no book sale in December. The next one will be on Wednesday January 31st in the St Helena’s courtyard, from 10am until 12 noon.
Charity Shop
The St Helena’s charity shop opening hours are 9.00am – 12.30am on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Archbishop’s Pastoral letter
You can read the August 2023 pastoral letter from the acting Archbishop here.
Prayer Guide
You can find the current Diocesan prayer guide here.
Indoor Masking Requirements
Wearing a face mask covering nose and mouth indoors is no longer required in indoor public places, including church. However vulnerable people are recommended to continue doing so. It is also still recommended to use hand gel, entering and leaving the church.
A Listening Ear
If you are a Cyprus resident and would like an opportunity to share where you are; how you are in this season, a trained Spiritual Director is available to listen confidentially. Information here.
Safeguarding Mission Statement
St Helena’s Anglican Church makes full commitment to the ongoing welfare and safekeeping of vulnerable children and adults attending this Church at all times.
We undertake the responsibility of all within our Church to protect them as far as is practically possible from abuse of any kind. We will ensure that all proper procedures and guidelines are followed, and that the appropriate person will be assigned to conduct any required investigations. A mentoring system will be in place.
As part of policy and good practice, the following people have been trained to the appropriate level and have been appointed as shown:
Protection Officer (PO): Mrs Marina Peters
Deputy Protection Officer (DPO): Fr Geoff Graham
Katafiyio Retreat House
Latest information about the retreat house at Katafiyio can be found here.
Anne and Christopher Futcher
We look forward to welcoming you to St. Helena’s
this week
Sunday 10rd December
10.00am – Holy Communion and Christingle
Sunday’s readings:
Isaiah 51.4-6
Mark 1.1-8