Cathedral Fun Day - Saturday 18th February between 10am and 2pm at Rochester cathedral. Lots of things for children to do, see and make.

Candlemas - on Thursday 2nd February at 7pm there will be a sung Holy Communion in church and procession of candles to mark the Presentation of Christ in the Temple, the 'light to lighten the Gentiles'.

Church Room Fundraising Launch - On Sunday 11th March during the family service at 10am there will be a presentation about how we are going to fund the new church room, followed by lunch together in the church. Make every effort to be there, please.

E-mail directory - Most messages go by e-mail these days. We’re continuing to compile a directory of e-mail addresses of church members in the new year. Please let Paul Davies know yours so that you can stay in the picture or send an email to stmarystone@yahoo.co.uk

Coffee morning and pancake party - in the Rectory on Saturday 18th March from 11am

Jubilee Cedar Tree - The official notice on the church door relates to the planting of a Cedar of Lebanon in the churchyard to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012. The tree itself will be brought to church on Sunday 5th February (the eve of the Queen's accession) for a blessing prior to planting later in the year.

Baptism or confirmation - if you are thinking about being baptized or confirmed speak to the Rector about preparation for the Bishop's visit on 27th May.

Giving - are you willing to give on a weekly basis to St Mary's? Are you a tax payer and can Gift Aid? Would you convert your giving from cash or weekly envelopes to a standing order? Speak to the Rector or Dianne Adair about how you can support your church financially.

Electoral Roll - are you wanting to be part of St Mary's but are not included on the Electoral Roll? Sign-up forms are available from the Rector.