Weekly Announcements

Thought for the week from The Vicar … Harvest Thanksgiving is a special time in the Church year when we gather to thank God for his goodness and provision. As we celebrate the fruits of the earth, we are reminded of our dependence upon God, who gives us the seasons, the rain, the sunshine and the abundance we enjoy. Harvest is not only an occasion for gratitude for food and material blessings, but also an opportunity to reflect on God’s faithfulness in every area of our lives.

Although we look forward to next year when we can decorate our church once again with flowers and fruit and vegetables, our Food Bank Harvest this year reminds of those for whom the economic issues of the present time depend on us to share with those in need following Christ’s example of love and generosity.

As we give thanks together, may our hearts be filled with praise and may we continue to recognise God’s blessings throughout the year, serving him with joy and gratitude.

Harvest Thanksgiving – Sharing God’s Blessings

Following last year’s successful response, and as space for decorating the Parish Centre is limited, we invite parishioners once again to mark Harvest Thanksgiving in a very practical way by supporting our local food bank.

A gift of even one or two items, such as pasta, tinned soups, tinned vegetables, cereal or toiletries, will make a real difference to those in need and is a wonderful way to share God’s love in action.  Donations may be left in the foyer.

Extra Mile Project supporting kids4school.  kids4school is a Christian child development ministry, founded in 2009, which enables children in Tanzania to access education. Its mission is to support children as they grow, helping to lift them from spiritual, economic, social and physical poverty.  Christ-centred, child-focused and church-based, kids4school is committed to integrity in all it does.  Your donations will help provide children with the opportunity of an education and the chance to break a cycle of poverty that has existed for generations.  Thank you for your support.

2026 Flower List (July to December) – The Flower List for July to December 2026 is available for parishioners who wish to donate towards the church flowers on a particular Sunday – whether in memory of a loved one or to mark a special anniversary.  You can find the list in the foyer of the Parish Centre or simply speak to one of the churchwardens.

FIRE DAMAGE REPAIR FUND – there is a GoFundMe link available on the Parish Facebook page [https://www.gofundme.com/f/all-saints-parish-church-antrim-repair-fund] for anyone wishing to donate to this fund.  As an alternative, if you are a tax paying parishioner, we can claim Gift Aid if you make your donation through the Fabric Fund.  Please speak to Brian Neill for more information.