We support our local schools, people suffering with poor mental health and isolated and vulnerable adults and many other groups. We do not receive funding from government or the Church of England. All costs of keeping the churches open and accessible to local people are met by members of the different congregations. DonateTo St Augustine’s Church, RugeleySort Code: 30-91-58; Account No. 01360986To St Michael’s Church, BreretonSort Code 30-99-08; Account No. 22925168To Church of the Holy Spirit, Etching Hill, RugeleySort Code 09-01-53; Account No: 35784488To St John’s Church, Slitting MillSort code 40 39 12; Account no 31077996To The Church of the Good Shepherd, Pear Tree, RugeleySort Code 40 39 12; Account no 01014110To St John the Baptist, Armitage - account name PCC No1Sort Code: 30 91 58; Account No: 01293731Planned GivingOnce people become settled as part of one of our local congregations they are encouraged to join the planned giving scheme for that congregation. Giving financially is a demonstration of commitment to the work of the church, to supporting the common good and to our discipleship. By giving in a planned way helps the churches to budget more efficiently. You can set up a Standing Order from your bank to the bank account of which ever church you would like to support very easily.
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During the week commencing 23rd August we are holding a week of prayer for the future ministry of the Church of the Holy Spirit, Hislop Road, The Pear Tree Estate, Rugeley.On Monday 24th, Tuesday 25th, Wednesday 26th and Thursday 27th August at 7pm until 8pm we will be walking round the estate praying for the different aspects of life on the estate. We'll be praying for the schools, for families, the young, the elderly. We'll be praying for the future residents of the houses being built on the estate next to the church. If you would like to join us, then simply turn up at 7pm on which ever evening(s) you can manage!From midnight on Thursday 27th August, we are asking people to pray for the church's future ministry in one hour slots where ever you are. To book in for 1hour slot please email revjowood@hotmail.com or call/text her on 07399 539159. We would love each slot booked.Then, at 6pm on Friday 28th, the church will be open for a half night of prayer. We will finish at midnight on the 28th. People do not need to come for the whole 6 hours! Come along for as little or as long as you'd like and join in.
