GREENFIELD NEWS - 12th August 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.
Mrs Margaret Greenwood continmues tobe at Glangwili Hospital.
Mrs Dorothy Philips celebrates a special birthday this week.

Well done Isaac Ellum who was part of the ONLY BOY’S ALOUD! Choir that sang at the opening concert of the National Eisteddfod of Wales at Ebbw Vale. Best wishes to all of our children and young people who are off on school holidays for the month of August. Some are away at camp in North Wales next week.

THANKS:
For last Sunday’s Communion offering which raised £200 for the Barnabas Fund.
Last Tuesday’s cake stall raised £150 for the Parkinsons

BMS WORLD MISSION:
We look forward to welcoming our BMS link Missionaries Rita and Steve Reading on Saturday and Sunday 21st and 22nd August. There will be a Saturday evening meeting this week at 6pm followed by light refreshments and on Sunday 22nd August they will speak in our morning service. We look forward to meeting with Rita and Steve.

LOOKING FORWARD:
Sunday 29th August – Morning Communion service. (offering for Leankemia Research)

Saturday 4th September – 9am Prayer breakfast for the ‘Back to church mission’

Tuesday 14th Septmber – Visit from the London City Mission to our morning service.

Sunday 26th September – ‘Back to church Sunday’

GREENFIELD NEWS - 6TH AUGUST 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Mr Derick Fisk. Tuesday morning worship is at 10.30am and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:
Margaret Greenwood has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital.

THANKS:
For the Tuesday cakes stall last week which raised £150 for the local Parkinsons Society.

BMS:
We look forward to welcoming our BMS ‘Link’ Missionaries to a mission evening on Saturday 21st August and on Sunday morning 22nd August.

SUMMER:
Both youth groups are not meeting in the summer. Junior church and crèche continue every Sunday morning. Some of our young people are away on Christian camps in North Wales.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 2ND AUGUST 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will include infant dedication and will be led by our Minister.
Tuesday morning worship continues all through August. A half hour service in the chapel followed by coffee and fellowship in the schoolroom. This month the cakes stall is in aid of the Parkinsons society. All are welcome.

Mair Williams and Gina Jones are now home from hospital. Sonia Spencer has received her degree in nursing. It was good to welcome Alan Isaac to last Sunday morning’s service. Alan was brought up in Greenfield and emigrated to Australia many years ago.

BACK TO THE CHURCH SUNDAY:
Sunday September 26th is our Harvest Thanksgiving and is also ‘Back to church’ Sunday. This is a national church initiative to welcome neighbours and friends to return to church.

Our next Christianity Explored course will follow in October and we pray that this will be a real time of mission in the life of the church.

The evening service on September 26th will be a service of praise led by the choir choir on a Gospel theme with a presentation of the Gospel musical ‘Wonder of Wonders’. Please pray for this mission. There will be a special prayer breakfast on Saturday 4th September at 8.30am.

CHURCH CHOIR – The church choir rehearsals take a break for the summer following two rehearsals this week. In September the choir begins rehearsing their Christmas presentation ‘Christmas is a Birthday’

GREENFIELD NEWS - 21ST JULY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and wil lbe led by our Minister.

Marian Villiers is now home from hospital Stella Muggeridge has been discharged from hospital and is now at ‘Y Bwthyn’ Mair Williams and Gina Jones have been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital. Joan Moore has been discharged from hospital.

One of our oldest church members Mrs Mattie Seward died peacefully on Tuesday aged 96. Mattie was much much loved and worked in Llanelli Market for all of her life. The funeral service will be held at Greenfield on Wednesday (today) at 11.30am.
Golden Wedding greetings to Alan and Megan Griffiths on their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Monday 26th July. They were married at Greenfield by Rev Thomas Gibbon. Ruby Wedding greetings to Mel and Joan Wheeler.

Kathryn Lloyd, daughter of Carol and Robert Lloyd, has graduated from Cardiff University. Kathryn gained a 2:1 BSc degree in physiotherapy. She is now planning an around-the-world adventure before embarking on a career in physiotherapy. Her father is delighted that her chosen career will be very handy to treat some of the ailments he now suffers in old age!

Rhian Jones and Stephen Coombes will bemarried on Friday 23rd July at Bethel Baptist Chapel in Seaside.

SUMMER 2010:
As usual most of the weekday services and meetings are now in recess for the summer.
The Tuesday morning service will continue all through the summer. Any prayer requests especially for the sick and bereaved can be placed in the ‘Welcome Box’ in the vestibule. There will be a time set apart for prayers on Tuesday mornings. Prayer cards for this purpose are also on the table in the vestibule or can be e mailedto David at detjonescaeglas@aol.com or through the church website david@greenfieldchurch.org.uk.

THANKS:
To Mr Philip Hooper who arranged the men’s fellowship trip to Bath and Wells last Wednesday. The day concluded with Evensong at Wells Cathedral. To Mrs Carol Jones for arranging the church trip to Tenby. The sun shone (eventually!) and everyone had a good time.
Thanks for the £270 raised by the Tuesday morning cakes stall for the Prostate Cancer sponsored walk which Gareth Jones completed last month. Gareth shared with the Tuesday congregation the highlights of his 67 mile walk.

Thanks to Darryl, Stephen Simon. Calvin, Michael, Sue and the ladies who prepared tea for the Baptismal service held in the chapel last Sunday afternoon.

BAPTIST UNION OF WALES:
Delegates from all over Wales met for the annual conference of the Welsh wing of the Baptist Union of Wales. Our Minister led the opening united Communion service on Sunday morning. The welcome banner we placed on the railings of Greenfield was spotted by most of the delegates who were appreciative of the welcome to the town and to Bethel.

LOOKING FORWARD:
Tuesday 3rd August – Cakes stall for Parkinson society. Sunday 8th August – there will be an infant dedication in the morning service. Sunday 15th August – Both services will be led by Mr Derrick Fisk. Saturday 21st August. BMS World MISSION meeting with our new link Missionaries at 6pm

GREENFIELD NEWS - 15th July 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will b led by our Minister.

It was good to welcome Rev Marc Owen who is the Church life secretary of the Baptist Union of Wales who led our services last Sunday Marc was raised to the Ministry at Siloam Baptist Church in Killay Swansea and was trained for the Ministry at Bristol Baptist College

FAMILY NEWS:
Marian Villiers is at Morriston Hospital. Joan Moore is now home from hospital. Stella Muggeridge is now at Y Bwthyn. We remember these dear friends in our prayers and wish them a full and speedy recovery.

We sympathise with Mrs Audrey Johns in the death of her sister Gladys. Rhian Jones and Stephen Coombes will be married at Bethel, Seaside on Friday at 12 noon.

THANKS:
For the £200 raise for SASRA last Tuesday. To all who came along to the Church trip to Tenby yesterday. Hopefully the sun shone and everyone had a good time. Thanks again to Carol Jones for making the arrangements. Thanks to Stephen Thomas who led our Tuesday Bible this week and to Christine Nicholas who led the morning service. The Bible studies will now take a break for the summer and recommence in September. Tuesday morning worship continues all through the summer.

BAPTIST UNION:
The Baptist Union of Wales Held their their annual assembly at Bethel, Seaside last week. Services begin today with an united Communion service of all the local Welsh churches which will be led by our Minister. The singing festival in the evening brought together those who were brought up in Bethel. Alun Tregelles Williams led the singing, Huw Tregelles Williams was at the organ. Elin Rhys presided and the devotions were led by David Jones.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 30TH JUNE 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Marc Owen.
There will be a baptismal service in the chapel at 2pm led by Rev Martin Williams.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elizabeth Williams is now home from hospital.
We warmly welcomed eight friends into membership of the church during last Sunday morning’s Communion service.

SARSA:

Roddy Macloud SASRA (The armed forces Scripture readers association) led both services last Tuesday.

THANKS: To all who helped and supported the Strawberry tea. The sun shone and £800 was raised for the Baptist Missionary Society BMS World Mission. Thanks to all the helpers, those who donated cakes and greetings cards and to John for the plants. The strawberries, scones etc were also donated.

LOOKING FORWARD:

We have been asked by Rev Martin Williams, Minister of Noddfa Evangelical Church in Pontardulais to borrow the chapel for a baptismal service. The service will be held on Sunday at 2pm.

MUSIC IN WORSHIP:

We hope to hold a summer workshop for anyone in the congregation who would be interested in playing in a music group. Any of our young people who play instruments would be especially welcome. Please have a word with David so we can work out a convenient date for everyone.

HALL STREET METHODIST CHURCH:

An evening with Huw Edwards (BBC) & Revd Dr Leslie Griffiths (Lord Griffiths of Pembrey & Burry Port. Friday 9th July at 7pm. Ticket £5 (From Lila)

BAPTIST UNION:

The Baptist Union of Wales hold their annual conference this week at Bethel Seaside. Vivian Williams of Bethel will be coming into the Presidency.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 24TH JUNE 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion.
Thanks to Rev Graham Davies who led our morning worship last Sunday. Our Minister led worship at Lamas Street Baptist Church in Carmarthen on the occasion of their 140th Church Anniversary.

FAMILY NEWS
Elizabeth Williams and Harry Griffiths are now home from hospital.

CHURCH TRIP TO TENBY: SATURDAY 10th JULY More information from Mrs Carol Jones. Children of the church go free of charge.

SPREE WALES – 2 – 4th July.

Children and young people of the church will be having a fun filled weekend at the Llanelli Festival fields. More information from Sarah Ellum or Stephen Thomas.

MUSIC IN WORSHIP:

We hope to hold a summer workshop for anyone in the congregation who would be interested in playing in a music group. Any of our young people who play instruments would be especially welcome. The church choir are preparing a programme of Gospel Music for the autumn. The choir welcomes all who enjoy singing Christian music in worship and meets weekly for practice and fellowship.

YOUTH CLUB:

The Friday Youth Club is now closed for the summer months and will recommence in September.

BAPTIST UNION OF WALES:

The Welsh Assembly of the Baptist Union of Wales will be meeting for their annual conference at Bathel, Seaside from 11th July to 14th July. Delegates from all over Wales will meet and Mr Vivian Williams the secretary of Bethel will be inducted as the President of the Baptist Union for the next year.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH JUNE 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include Communion. The choir will sing the Roger Jones anthem ‘Man of sorrows’

LOOKING FORWARD.
A Barbeque arranged by the Junior church following the morning service on 27th June. We will meet in the BBQ area near the ski slope. Please feel free to bring along family and friends. More details from Sarah or Sandra.

STRAWBERRY TEA in aid of BMS Mission – Saturday 26th June in the chapel schoolroom and chapel lawn. Tickets are £3 and all proceeds are for the special appeal the BMS are making to all Baptist churches. There will be a cake stall and any donations of cakes would be gratefully received.

Tuesday 29th June – Roddy Macloud of SASRA – the Scripture readers for the Armed forces will be speaking at both services.

CHURCH TRIP TO TENBY:

SATURDAY 10th JULY More information from Mrs Carol Jones. Children of the church go free of charge.

SPREE WALES: 2 – 4th July. Children and young people of the church will be having a fun filled weekend at the Llanelli Festival fields. More information from Sarah Ellum or Stephen Thomas.
Deacons and District Officers meeting Wednesday 23rd June at 7pm in the schoolroom. Would all district officers please make every effort to attend.

THANKS
Mr and Mrs Derek Stephens would like to thank everyone from the church for their good wishes following Derek’s time in hospital. Thanks to Christine Nicholas for leading Tuesday morning’s service. To the church choir who sang the Roger Jones anthem ‘Man of sorrows’ during last Sunday evening’s Communion service. They will sing the anthem again on Sunday morning 27th June.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 14TH JUNE 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mervyn Hanbury and John Davies (Bryn) are now home from hospital. Rachel Lasky has been in hospital and is now home. Mair Farriage has also been in hospital this week and is now home.

Congratulations to Mrs Sue Wood who has become a proud grandmother. Welcome to Dylan Michael Lemon who was born on 29th May.

LOOKING FORWARD:

A Barbeque arranged by the Junior church following the morning service on 27th June. We will meet in the BBQ area near the ski slope. Please feel free to bring along family and friends. More details from Sarah or Sandra.

STRAWBERRY TEA:

- in aid of BMS Mission – Saturday 26th June in the chapel schoolroom and chapel lawn. Tickets are £3 and all proceeds are for the special appeal the BMS are making to all Baptist churches.

CHURCH TRIP TO TENBY:

ore information from Mrs Carol Jones. Children of the church go free of charge.

SPREE WALES:

2 – 4th July. Children and young people of the church will be having a fun filled weekend at the Llanelli Festival fields. More information from Sarah Ellum or Stephen Thomas. Deacons and District Officers meeting Wednesday 23rd June at 7pm in the schoolroom. Would all district officers please make every effort to attend.

SPONSORED WALK:

Gareth Jones took part in a sponsored walk in aid of the Prostate Cancer Association last weekend. Gareth has been overwhelmed by the generosity of so many from Greenfield who have supported him.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3rd June 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:
Mervyn Hanbury is now home from hospital. John Davies (Bryn) is also home from hospital. Rachel Lasky has been in hospital and is now home.

Congratulations to Sue Wood who has become a proud grandmother. Welcome to Dylan Michael Lemon who was born on 29th May.

LOOKING FORWARD:
Barbeque arranged by the Junior church following the morning service on 20th June. We will meet in the BBQ area near the ski slope. Please feel free to bring along family and friends. More details from Sarah or Sandra.

STRAWBERRY TEA in aid of BMS Mission – Saturday 26th June in the chapel schoolroom and chapel lawn. Tickets are £3 and all proceeds are for the special appeal the BMS are making to all Baptist churches.

CHURCH TRIP TO TENBY:

More information from Mrs Carol Jones. Children of the church go free of charge.

SPREE WALES – 2 – 4th July:

Children and young people of the church will be having a fun filled weekend at the Llanelli Festival fields. More information from Sarah Ellum or Stephen Thomas.

Deacons and District Officers meeting Wednesday 23rd June at 7pm in the schoolroom.

THANKS:
With four funeral services held in the chapel in the last week David would like to thank everyone who has helped in stewarding, flower arranging, catering and to Andrew and Calvin who have been at the organ and Darryl who has helped with the sound and backing tracks.
Gareth Jones is taking part in a sponsored walk in aid of the Prostate Cancer Association. Thanks to everyone who has sponsored him and to the Tuesday Cakes stall which raised £150 last week

GREENFIELD NEWS - 27th May 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Margaret Thomas died peacefully at Hafan Y Coed on Satuday 22nd May aged 89. A service of thanksgiving for Margaret’s life will be held at Greenfield on Thursday 3rd June at 1.30pm followed by a committal services the Llanelli Crematorium at 2.30pm.

Russell Bowen died at Glangwili Hospital on Monday 24th May aged 81 years. Russell came to us when Park Church closed and we have enjoyed his friendship and fellowship since that time. Russ was faithful to the services of the church and he will be missed. . A service of thanksging for Russell’s life will also be held at Greenfield next Thursday at 10.30am followed by a committal service at the Llanelli Crematorium at 11.30am.

We were sorry to hear of the sudden death of Mr Andrew Newcombe. The funeral service will be held at Greenfield on Saturday 5th June at 10.15am followed by cremation at the Llanelli Crematorium at 11.30am.

Mervyn Hanbury has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. John Davies (Bryn) continues to be at Glangwili., Ron Thomas has been admitted to Prince Phillip Hospital.

THANKS:
To all who have sponsored Gareth Jones who is taking part in a 67 mile sponsored walk along Hadrian’s Wall next week for the prostate cancer association. Gareth is hoping to complete the walk next weekend. Thanks also to the Tuesday morning congregation who are donating the proceeds of the next two monthly cakes stalls in support of the walk.

To Mrs Joan Hancock for making and selling greeting cards for Home Mission. There was a brisk sale on Tuesday morning and we are grateful for Joan’s committed wok on behalf of Home Mission. Christian Aid this year is fast approaching £2000. Thanks for such generosity.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 21ST MAY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be led by our Minister and we have the pleasure of welcoming Rev J Jeffrey Morgan to lead our evening worship.

FAMILY NEWS:

CONGRATULATIONS to Lucy and Edward Barlow, A sister for Chloe and a granddaughter to Judith and David and niece to Kirsty and Matthew. Russell Bowen is now at Glangwiil. Margaret Thomas is now at Hafan Y Coed. John Davies (Bryn) continues to be at Glangwili Hospital

150TH ANNIVERSARY PLATES:

During our 150th Anniversary celebration we produced commemorative plates. The initial order of 300 were all purchased and many friends were disappointed. We have now sufficient requests to place a new order. If you would like to order a plate or plates please let Russ Blandford our church secretary know by 30th May. – Thank You

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP:

The Men’s fellowship has arranged a summer trip to Bath and Wells on Wednesday 14th July. All are welcome to join with them. The cost is £14 per seat. Names to Terry Pike as soon as possible. Terry’s telephone number is 757128. THANKS

GREENFIELD NEWS - 14TH MAY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:
Russell Bowen and Margaret Thomas continue to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Mervyn Hanbury has been in hospital last week and is now home. Susan Wooller has been in hospital and is now home. Megan Hanbury has been admitted to Glangwili Hosptial in Carmarthen.

John Davies (Bryn) has also been admitted to Glangwili. Derick Stephens has had surgery at Prince Philip and is now home.
It was good to have Dilys Sharp in our morning service last Sunday. We were alsoglad to see Ian Davies who is still in plaster following his accident. Lil Evans is alsoback in the services following her accident.

THANKS:
To the church choir who sang the Roger Jones anthem ‘O love that will not let me go’ last Sunday evening. The choir meet every Thursday evening at 6.30pm. They will present another Roger Jones anthem ‘Man of Sorrows’ at the evening communion service in June. If you enjoy singing please join with us – you would be very welcome.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP:
John Williams of the Llanelli Historical Society addressed the fellowship on the history of Llanelli in 1850. It was an interesting address with slides and maps which showed a Llanelli now vastly changed from those days. The fellowship are planning their summer trip to Wells in July.

WEDNESDAY WORD:
Our Minister will be presenting the ‘Wednesday Word’ on Roy Noble’s programme on BBC Radio Wales today at approximately 2.30pm.

BIBLE STUDY:
The Wednesday lunch time Bible study is an opportunity for a short time of studying and sharing together. Numbers have increased in recent weeks. We begin at 1.10pm and conclude by 1.50pm. There is some lively discussion and if you can’t make it on Tuesday evenings you are more than welcome. The Christianity Explored course which begins in June will also be held in a shortened form on Wednesday lunch times from June. For more information please contact David on Llanelli 741127

GREENFIELD NEWS - 6TH MAY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include Communion and the communion offering will be for the Motor Neurone Association. Duty deacon for this month is Mike Wooller.

FAMILY NEWS:
Margaret Thomas continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. David Lewis and Glyn Davies are now home from hospital.
Timothy Thomas has had his cap for the West Wales Rugby Schoolboys under 11’s

THANKS:
John Soale has raised £130 for the chapel building fund from the sale of tomatoes plants. Thanks to all who made cakes for the monthly cakes stall last Tuesday which raised £200 for the children’s centre at Llys Caradog. The cakes stall for June and July will support Gareth Jones who is taking part in a sponsored walk for the Prostrate Cancer society. The church is grateful for all the letters of thanks for the Cross on the chapel lawn over the Easter week.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:
Thanks to those who have contacted us regarding the course which will begin in June. Please join with us on Monday evenings for this informal time of learning more about the Christian faith. Please contact David on 741127 or email david@greenfieldchurch.org.uk.

WEDNESDAY WORD:
Our Minister will be presenting the ‘Wednesday Word’ on Roy Noble’s programme on BBC Wales next Wednesday afternoon.

BIBLE STUDY:
The Wednesday lunch time Bible study is an opportunity for a short time of studying and sharing together. Bring your packed lunch – tea and coffee from 1pm. For more information contact David on Llanelli 741127.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD MAY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Junior and Youth church for children and young people of all ages are also held on Sunday mornings.

FAMILY NEWS:

Alan Hancock is now home from hospital Margaret Thomas continues to be very unwell at Prince Philip Hospital. Russell Bowen continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital.

One of our young people Harry Vaughan- Jones has broken his arm. Our best wishes to Harry for a speedy recovery. We also remember those who are unwell at home. Harry Griffiths who has broken his arm following a fall. Lil Evans also continues to recover from a fall at home.

David Rees, Vi Royster and Eironwy Phillips. We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Lydia Pugh widow the late Rev J Ernest Pugh who was Minister of Calfaria and Bethania Llanelli. We all have fond memories of Mrs Pugh and her wonderful support of her late husband in their many years of Ministry in Llanelli. Our sympathy to Ann and Elizabeth in their loss.

DISTRICT OFFICERS:

There will be a combined deacons and district officers meeting on Wednesday 23rd June at 7pm in the schoolroom. Would all district officers please note – Thank You.

CHRISTIAN AID WEEK:

Christian Aid week will be held this year from 8th to 15th May. Carol Jones would be glad to hear from anyone who would be willing to collect house to house during the week. We hope that this year there may be those willing to collect in their own street or neighbourhood. With only a few churches taking part in the house to house this would be of great help. Any of our readers who would be willing to collect in their own street is invited to speak with David on Llanelli 741127.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:

The last course we held saw some new friends come into the life of the church. Weplan to hold another course soon and David would be glad to hear from anyone who would like to come along and share in this informal introduction to the Christian faith.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 22ND APRIL 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion and the offering will be for Christian Aid.

CHRISTIAN AID:

Christian Aid week begins on 8th May. Carol Jones would be glad to hear from anyone who would be willing to help with the house to house collections.

FAMILY NEWS:

Alan Hancock is now home from hospital. Margaret Thomas, Russell Bowen have also been admitted to Prince Philip hospital. Harry Vaughan-Jones has broken his arm.

We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Lydia Pugh wife of the late Rev Ernest Pugh who was Minister of Calfaria and Bethania for many years.

BIBLE STUDY:

Our Bible studies re-commenced last week and will continue on Tuesday evenings and Wednesday lunch time. Please join with us – all are welcome to share in these very special times of Bible study and fellowship. We are now concluding our study of 1 Corinthians following the Lenten study break.

EASTER:

Our Easter services included a presentation by the church choir of the musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ We have had many positive comments regarding the cross on the chapel lawn which was there for the whole of the Easter weekend and the week following. The cross was illuminated every night and was, we hope, a reminder to all who passed by of the message of this very special time. It was good to welcome many new friends to the Easter services.

There has been some who have asked about the Christianity Explored 10 week course. The course is an introduction to the Christian faith and everyone is warmly invited to come along. For more information please contact David on Llanelli 741127.

SPREE WALES:

Spree Wales is the weekend 2nd-4th July this year and we are planning to join with other churches from the town to make a group again. If you are 8-15 year old and want to join us the cost will be £30 +£5 food if you book with a £15 non-returnable deposit before the 31st March (after this it goes up by £5). Friends from outside the church are very welcome. Sarah Ellum and Steve Thomas will have more details downstairs after the service.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19th April 2010:

This Sunday we welcome local scouts and guides to our morning worship which be an ‘All Age’ Family service. Both services will be led by our Minister.

FMAILY NEWS:

Alan Hancock and Glyn Davies are at Glangwili . Margaret Thomas and Russell Bowen are at Prince Philip Hospital. We also remember friends and members who are unwell at home. Lil Evans, Mair Williams and David Kinnear are in our thoughts this week. Lucy Bush and Lee Jenkins were married at the chapel last Saturday

TEEN CHALLENGE:

‘The Evidence’ A presentaion by Teen challenge will be held at the chapel on Friday at 7pm. This is a dramatic presentation by young men who have come through drug addiction given in testimony and song..

THANKS:

For the £100 raised at last Tuesday’s cakes stall for the Llys Caradog children’s centre. For the Communion offering taken on Good Friday morning for the South Wales Baptist College which amounted to £330.

SPREE WALES:

Spree Wales is the weekend 2nd-4th July this year and we are planning to join with other churches from the town to make a group again. If you are 8-15 year old and want to join us the cost will be £30 +£5 food if you book with a £15 non-returnable deposit before the 31st March (after this it goes up by £5). Friends from outside the church are very welcome. Sarah Ellum and Steve Thomas will have more details downstairs after the service.

MEN’S MEETING:

Local historian Lynn John spoke to the men’s fellowship on the the Rebecca riots.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:

Following the recent course a new course will begin shortly. All are welcome to learn more about the Christian faith in a relaxed and informal way. For more information please contact David on Llanelli 741127. The course will run on Monday evenings and also on Wednesday lunch time.

GREENFIELD NEWS: 12th April 2010:

Sunday Services will be led by Led by Rev Dr Eifion Evans.

FAMILY NEWS:

Congratulations to Adam & Theresa Rowley on the birth of their baby son Joshua James on March 28th at Glangwili Hospital and also to Philip and Myra Hooper on the birth of a grandson. Willliam Thomas Hooper a baby son to parents John and Emma.

Alan Hancock has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. Rev Jeffrey Morgan has also been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. We send Mr Morgan our warmest good wishes for a speedy recovery. We remember in our prayer all those who are unwell within the church family. Congratulations to Lucy Bush and Lee Jenkins on their marriage at Greenfield next Saturday.

LOOKING FORWARD:
‘The Evidence’ a musical presentation by Teen Challenge Friday 23rd April, 2010 at 7pm.We will be joined with local scouts and guides at our morning service on Sunday 25th April.

THANKS:
Thanks to the church choir for their presentation of the musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ on two occasion last week. There is no doubt that the musical was well received by everyone who attended the services. Thanks to Jillian Lewis for her narration and to Simon Davies who was supported by Darryl Benjamin who were responsible for the sound and accompaniment. The offering for the work of Christian Aid amounted to £270

EASTER SERVICES:
We thank God for the many friends and visitors who came along to our services this Holy Week. The Good Friday Communion service was very well attended and many joined in the ‘Open air’ service that followed on the lawn. Despite the rain that seemed to be in for the day we were given enough time to sing our songs of praise and witness to those passing by.

On Easter Sunday evening we welcomed Sandra Davies, Sheenah Angelone and Michale Wooller to serve for a four year term as deacons of the church.

LENTEN STUDIES:
It has been good to welcome many new friends to the Lenten Studies we have held on Tuesday evenings and Wednesday lunch times in the weeks leading up to Easter. Every session was introduced by a short film clip where Jeff Lucas outlined the messages based on Mark’s Gospel. We re-commence our Bible studies on Tuesday 13th April at 7pm and Wednesday 14th April at 1.50pm. All are welcome.

‘OPEN DOOR’:
On 14th April the meetings will be held at the Llanelli Presbyterian Church. Would all meet at Presby at 2.30pm. On 21st April the meeting will be addressed by Mrs Evans.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP
The newly formed Men’s Fellowship is arranging a summer trip to Bath and Wells on Wednesday 14th July. The coach will leave at 7.30am and will then leave Bath for Wells at 1.30pm, leaving Wells at 6pm following Evensong at Wells Cathedral. Names and money to Terry Pike by 12th May. Any seats left £14 per head.

SPREE WALES:
Spree Wales is the weekend 2nd-4th July this year and we are planning to join with other churches from the town to make a group again. If you are 8-15 year old and want to join us the cost will be £30 +£5 food if you book with a £15 non-returnable deposit before the 31st March (after this it goes up by £5). Friends from outside the church are very welcome. Sarah Ellum and Steve Thomas will have more details downstairs after the service

CHURCH CHOIR:
The church choir meet every Thursday evening at 6.30pm until 8pm. Besides times of rehearsal and learning new songs and anthems for our Sunday evening worship, they also prepare musical presentations for Christmas, Easter and are now looking forward to preparing a Gospel Concert for presentation in the summer. Please join with us –there’s a warm welcome for singers in all parts. If you have a desire to praise God in song then you would be very welcome. Please have a word with David or Calvin at any time.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 21st March 2010:

Services for Palm Sunday are at the usual times. During the evening service the church choir will present a musical presentation by American composer Marty Parks. ’Jesus is Lord’ is a celebration of Easter with narration and soloists. The service will be followed by coffee in the schoolroom.

CHURCH MEETING:

The church annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 24th March at 7pm. All church members are encouraged to attend. The agenda for the meeting will be on the vestibule notice board on Sunday 21st March.

EASTER 2010:

On Palm Sunday the church choir will present the musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ at the evening service. The musical will also be presented on Maundy Thursday at 7pm. There will be refreshments following in the schoolroom and the offering will be for Christian Aid.

Our Good Friday service will include Communion and will be followed by an open air service around the cross on the church lawn. This will be followed by hot cross buns and coffee in the schoolroom.

MOTHERING SUNDAY:

It was good to welcome friends and visitors to the ‘All age’ family service on Mother’s Day. All the ladies received a bunch of daffodils presented by the children. hanks to Joan Hancock, Cheryl Pike, Ann Edwards and Mair Rees who were busily preparing the daffodils on Friday for this morning’s service.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP:

The newly formed Men’s Fellowship is arranging a summer trip to Bath and Wells on Wednesday 14th July. The coach will leave at 7.30am and will then leave Bath for Wells at 1.30pm, leaving Wells at 6pm following Evensong at Wells Cathedral. Names and money to Terry Pike by 12th May.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 15TH MARCH 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by the Minister. The Morning service will include Communion.

CHURCH MEETING:

The church annual General Meeting will be held on Wednesday 24th March at 7pm. All church members are encouraged to attend. The agenda for the meeting will be on the vestibule notice board on Sunday.

EASTER 2010:

On Palm Sunday the church choir will present the musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ at the evening service. The musical will also be presented on Maundy Thursday at 7pm. There will be refreshments following in the schoolroom and the offering will be for Christian Aid.

Our Good Friday service will include Communion and will be followed by an open air service around the cross on the church lawn. This will be followed by hot cross buns and coffee in the schoolroom.

THANKS:

£250 was raised for Marie Currie at the recent Tuesday morning cakes stall.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Lenten studies continue on Tuesdays at 7.30pm and Wednesdays at 1.10pm. It’s not too late to join in these times of informal Bible study.‘The Evidence’ a musical presentation by Teen Challenge Friday 23rd April, 2010 at 7pm.

GREENFIELD NEWS: 9TH MARCH 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be an ‘all age’ celebration form Mother’s day. Services will be led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glen Davies is now home from hospital.

BOOK SERVICE:

Last Sunday the children and young people received books at the annual book service. This is a tradition which goes back many generations. The different departments of the Junior church led the service will drama and songs. The address was given by Colin Isaac.

BIBLE STUDY:

It has been good to welcome many new friends to the Bible studies since we began the Lenten studies. The studies continue up to Easter. We meet on Tuesdays at 7.30pm and on Wednesday at 1.10pm until 1.50pm. All are welcome.

BMS:

The BMS World mission which all the Baptist churches in Llanelli and the UK support has 370 personnel working in 40 counties in the world where they service the people in the name and spirit of Jesus Christ, alleviating suffering and injustice and improving the quality of life. Each church or group of churches has a ‘link’ missionary who we support and pray for. Our Mission secretary at Greenfield is Ann Vaughan – Jones and we are grateful to Ann for keeping us informed of the work of the BMS and our missionary Sarah Hall. Sarah is now coming to the end of her time of service and we will shortly be having a new missionary or missionaries to support.

LOOKING FORWARD:

On Palm Sunday the church choir will present the musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ at the evening service. The musical will also be presented on Maundy Thursday at 7pm. There will be refreshments following in the schoolroom and the offering will be for Christian Aid. Our Good Friday service will include Communion and will be followed by an open air service around the cross on the church lawn. This will be followed by hot cross buns and coffee in the schoolroom.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 28th February 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glen Davies is at Prince Philip Hospital and is likely to be moved to Morriston hospital in the next few days. We also remember in our prayers those friends and members who are unwell at home.

We extend our love and sympathy to Audrey Mayler, in the passing of Gwyn on Thursday of last week. We also send our sympathy to Andrea and Alan Lewis is the death of Alan’s mother Mrs Peggy Lewis.

We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Mona Jones who lived for some time at Llys Caeglas and was now living in York nearer to her son Ashley.

THANKS:

To Mr Peter Jackson who led our Tuesday morning worship last week. To the Dyfed Family History society who welcomed our Minister to speak on the history of Greenfield at their monthly meeting at Glenalla.

LOOKING FORWARD:

WEDNESDAY 3rd MARCH – ‘Fish and chip’ supper in the schoolroom in aid of Ty Hafan children’s hospice. ‘Sounds Original’ will sing following the supper. Tickets are £6 and available from Janice Davies and Brenda Blandford.

FRIDAY 5th MARCH

‘The Women’s World Day of prayer’ will be held at Hall Street Methodist Church at 7pm. The programme this year has been prepared by the women of the Caribbean.

PALM SUNDAY 28th MARCH

The church choir will present the Easter musical ‘Jesus is Lord’ on Sunday evening 28th March (Palm Sunday) and on Maundy Thursday evening at 7pm.

FRIDAY 23rd APRIL

Teen challenge will present the musical ‘The Evidence’ at Greenfield.

CHURCH WEBSITE

Thanks to Russ Myners who updates our church website with church news and the weekly thought. The Sunday evening sermons are also uploaded every week and can be heard by accessing the media section of the site. www.greenfieldchurch.org.uk

LENTEN BIBLE STUDIES

The Lenten series of Bible Studies entitled ‘Singing in the rain’ which is based on Mark’s Gospel began last week. It has been good to see many new friends at both on both Tuesdays and Wednesdays. There is a short video presentation by Jeff Lucas with Bible study and an opportunity for questions and discussion. All are welcome. Tuesdays at 7.30pm Wednesdays at 1.10pm until 1.50pm. More information from David (741127)

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH FEBRUARY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times . The morning service will be led by the Junior church and Colin Isaac. The Minister will lead the evening worship.

Deacon and Carmel Manu brought their their baby son Moses to a service of dedication and thanksgiving. Following the dedication Moses and brother Izac were presented with Bibles from the Junior church.

Gwyn Mayler is now home from hospital. Glen Davies continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital.

BIBLE STUDY:
We being a Lenten series of studies this week based on the Gospel of Mark. There will be six sessions leading up to Easter each will be introduced on DVD by Jeff Lucas who is an international author and broadcaster and part of the leadership team of ‘Spring Harvest’

There will be an individual study booklet for all who attend with readings and a message for every day the whole of the season of Lent. Why not come along and share with us? We begin at 7.30pm on Tuesdays and conclude with coffee. Wednesdays at 1.10. Please have a word with David (741127) for more information.

Ian and Wendy who were married in the chapel last Saturday would like to thank everyone from Greenfield for their love and support and attendance at the ceremony.

Thanks especially for the rousing singing especially of the Welsh hymn ‘Calon Lan’ . Thanks to Peter Jackson who led our Tuesday morning service last week.

LOOKING FORWARD:
This Sunday morning the children of the church will receive books. There will be items by the Junior church and Colin Isaac will give the message. The Minister will lead the evening worship.

Wednesday 3rd March - Evening supper in the schoolroom in aid Ty Hafan with Sounds Original.

Friday 5th March - The annual women’s world day of prayer at Hall Street Methodist Church at 7pm.

GREENFIELD NEWS- 15th February 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include Communion. The Communion offering will be for the Christian Blind Mission.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glen Davies has been admitted to prince Philip Hospital Ian Davies and Wendy Ingram were married in the chapel on Saturday in the company of their families and many friends.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

We rejoice in the decision of two friends from our congregation who were baptised last Sunday. John has been attending the church for many years and is already in membership by profession. Those us who visit the hospital regularly will often see John on the Hospital League of Friends table a cause that he has supported and served as chairman for many years. Tim began attending Greenfield last summer and has been faithful to the services and the Bible study.

INFANT DEDICATION:

Last Sunday Deacon and Carmel Manu brought baby Moses who was born on Christmas day to a service of infant dedication. A lovely baby brother for Isaac.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP:

The second meeting of the newly formed me’s society was held last Wednesday evening when the guest speaker was Mr David Lewis. All men are more than welcome to come along and share in the fellowship.

‘OPEN DOOR’:

The ‘Open Door’ fellowship recommence following their winter break on Wednesday at 2.30pm . Mr Phillip Thomas from the children’s Hospice Ty Hafan will be speaking and receiving a cheque from the fellowship. All are welcome.

TUESDAY NEWS:

Our Tuesday morning service is well attended and we thank God for the friends who join with us for this short time of worship and the fellowship that follows in the schoolroom. The donations made for the coffee are donated to many mission and charitable causes and for this we are grateful. Please join with us on a Tuesday all are more than welcome

BIBLE STUDY:

We began a Lenten series of Bible Studies from the Gospel of Mark which will lead up to Easter. All are welcome. Tuesdays at 7.30pm Wednesdays at 1.10 until 1.50pm.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 8TH FEBRUARY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by the Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Gwyn Mayler continues to be in Ward 4 at Prince Philip Hospital. Lilian Evans , Brenda Morris and Marion Seward are home from hospital.

Birthday greetings to Mrs Phillis Vaughan – Jones who celebrated her 91st birthday last week.

Our warmest greetings to Ian Davies and Wendy Ingram who were married in the chapel last Saturday.

At the church members meeting in October it was advised that there would be appointments made of assistant treasurer and secretary. These would be appointments made by the diaconate and this was approved by the church meeting. At the deacons meeting on Wednesday Stephen Davies was appointed as assistant to Annette Gravell and Darryl Benjamin to Russ Blandford. We are grateful to both Stephen and Darryl for being so willing to take on these responsibilities.

TEEN CHALLENGE:

Thanks for the £1000 raised for the work of Teen challenge during the last year. This gift was presented to one of the Teen challenge workers during last Sunday morning’s service.

CHURCH CHOIR:

The church choir are rehearsing a musical presentation for Easter. ‘Jesus is Lord’ written and arranged by American composer Marty Parks. New choristers are always welcome.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 29th January 2010:

Sunday services will be led by the Minister and are at the usual times. The morning service will include the baptism of two members of the congregation. The evening Communion service willbe followed by coffee in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS:

Brenda Morris and Marian Seward are now home from hospital. r Austin Kingswell who lived in Marlow and who was a good friend of the church has died at the age of 93.

HAITI APPEAL:

We have been able to send over £2000 from the retiring offerings taken following our Sunday and Tuesday services for the Haitian Earthquake. This will help and support the work of BMS World mission who are highly active in the relief work in Haiti.

THANKS:

We are grateful to Rev Jeffrey Morgan who led our Tuesday and Sunday services last week. Thanks also to Stephen Thomas who led the Tuesday evening Bible study. The Bible studies have now recommenced. We meet on Tuesday evening at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee. Wednesday lunch time study begins at 1.10pm and concludes by 1.50pm. We are studying the first epistle to the Corinthians at both meetings. All are welcome.

CHURCH CHOIR:

Following the Christmas presentation the church choir is now preparing another musical presentation for Easter. The church choir also arranges the monthly Tuesday morning cakes stall which follows the service. All proceeds are for local and national charities.

THIS SUNDAY:

This Sunday morning two faithful members of our congregation will be baptised on profession of their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 14TH JANUARY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Please give generously to the retiring offering for Christian Aid's Haiti disaster fund which will be taken at both Sunday services.

MEN’S MEETING:

Mr Alwyn Hurren was the guest speaker at the first of our Men’s fellowship meeting. Mr Hurren spoke on the history of the Llanelli Parish church which was both interesting and informative. A good number, of all ages attended and the meeting will now he held monthly. Thanks to Phil Hopper for making the arrangements. The next meeting will be held on February 10th

PANTOMIME:

Carol is taking names for the visit to the Pantomime ‘Cinderella’ at Theatre Elli on Saturday 30th January at 2pm. Children of the church go free of charge and the cost is £7 for accompanying adults. It would help if the tickets could be paid for as soon as possible. Please have a word with Carol. (Llanelli 773349).

THANKS to Rev Jeffrey Morgan who led last Tueday’s morning service and to Stephen Thomas who led the Bible study.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 7TH JANUARY 2010:

Sunday services are at the usual times.

FAMILY NEWS:

Lil Evans has broken her ankle following a fall while on holiday over Christmas. Lil is now home and we sent to her our love and best wishes.

Our sympathy to Edith Kemp in the loss of her sister last week.

Our warmest congratualtions to Carmel and Deacon on the birth of Moses on Christmas Day. A lovely little brother for Isaac.

We welcomed Russ Blandford as our church secretary during last Sunday’s Communion service. We wish Russ every blessing as he takes on this important office in the life of the church.

WHAT A WEEK!

Due to the inclement weather we had to cancel the Tuesday evening and Wednesday Bible studies. We had intended cancelling the Tuesday morning service but with over 30 turning up we held a short service in the chapel. Hopefully the weather will improve this week. It would be advisable if the weather is unfavourable to ring David (741127) or Russ (771386) to check if the midweek meetings are being held.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

We look forward to a service of believer’s baptism on Sunday morning 7th February. Any members of our congregation who would learn more about baptism is warmly invited to speak with David at any time.

MEN’S MEETING:

A time of fellowship for all the men of the church begins on Wednesday 13th January. All men are welcome. Speaker for the first meeting will be Mr Alwyn Hurren who will speaks on the history of oof the Parish Church.…..Please come along all are welcome.

THANKS To the church choir for ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ the musical which was presented last Sunday morning. Thanks also to Darryl Benjamin and Simon Davies who ensured all went well with the backing tracks and sound. The church choir rehearses every Thursday evening at 6.30pm until 8pm. The choir are now preparing an Easter presentation ‘Jesus Christ is Lord’ written by Marty Parks . Anyone who likes to sing is welcome. Please have a word with David or any choir member.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 30TH DECEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by the Minister. The morning service will include the musical ‘The Splendour of Cristmas’ by the church choir. The evening service will conclude with Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:

Simon and Laura Wooller’s newly born little girl Ava Grace has been in hospital last week. We are glad to hear that she is now home from hospital. Congratulations to Stephen Thomas who was 50 on Boxing Day.

CHILDREN’S NATIVITY:

Thanks to all the children and young people who so willingly took part in the children’s nativity this year. All the children took their parts well and were in no way affected by the large congregation which came along to share in the service. Thanks to Sarah Ellum and to all who supported in every way. There were times during the rehearsals when we wondered if we could bring it all together. Our fears were unfounded and we are grateful to our young people for bringing us to Bethlehem again this year in worship and praise of the new born King.

THE SPLENDOUR OF CHRISTMAS:

On Sunday 8th of December the church choir presented the Christmas musical ‘The Splendour of Christmas’. This lovely musical brings home the message of Christmas and the challenge of the Gospel. So many who have asked the choir to present the musical again. And as we are still in the season of Christmas the musical will be incorporated into our morning service next Sunday. With songs and narration bringing the message of the Gospel let’s invite friends and neighbours along to share in the service.

CHRISTMAS DAY:

Thanks for the offering taken on Christmas morning for Spurgeon’s child care which amounted to £550.

MEN’S MEETING:

A time of fellowship for all the men of the church begins on Wednesday 13thJanuary . Speaker for the first meeting will be Mr Alwyn Hurren

BIBLE STUDY:

Both Bible studies resume following the Christmas break. Tuesdays at 7.30pm and Wednesdays at 1.10pm. All are welcome.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 27TH DECEMBER 2009:

GREENFIELD NEW YEAR’S DAY:

– service of worship in the chapel at 10.30am followed by coffee. Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Welcome to Elizabeth Mary Grace a lovely sister for Annie and Ava Grace a lovely sister for Emily Haf. We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Beryl Kinnear following a long illness. Our sympathy to David and all the family in their sad loss

THAT WAS THE WEEK:

It has been a week of joyous Christmas worship which began on Sunday evening when the church choir presented the Christmas musical ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ So many have expressed appreciation of this service and asked if it could be presented again during this Christmas season and so the musical will be incorporated into the morning service on Sunday 3rd January. On Tuesday evening an estimated 150 came together around the Christmas tree for the open air carol service.

CHURCH CHOIR:

The choir will meet on Saturday 2nd January at 11am in the chapel to rehearse for the ‘Splendour of Christmas’. Choir rehearsals re-commence on Thursday 7th January at 6.30pm in the schoolroom. Any members of our congregation who would like to join the choir as we prepare another musical for Easter is welcome to come along on Thursday and to share in rehearsals and the fellowship. Have a word with David at any time.

MEN’S MEETING:

The new men’s meeting will be held on Wednesday 13th January when Mr Alwyn Hurren will speak on the history of the local Parish church – St Elli. The fellowship will meet once a month for fellowship in a relaxed atmosphere to explore a wide range of subjects including Biblical, Topical, and Historical. All men are welcome.

THANKS:

Our thanks and appreciation to Sheila Hobday and Spencer Crossman who have enables us to purchase 40 new Mission Praise hymns books mainly for use on Tuesday mornings when we do not have PowerPoint. Thanks to everyone who contributed to the Crisis at Christmas collections taken on Tuesday mornings. We were able to send £250 to help the homeless at one of the ‘Crisis’ centres which opened on 23rd December in London and the other big cities. Thanks to Coedcae Scool who invited our Minister to lead their Christmas carol service on Thursday of last week. 

GREENFIELD NEWS - 16TH DECEMBER 2009:

Christmas Day service is at 10am and will conclude by 10.50am. All are welcome to this service. We welcome Bethel who will be joining with us.

Sunday 27th December. Morning service at 11am. Please note change of evening service to 5pm.

FAMILY NEWS:

Jillian Jones is now home from hospital. om Jones has celebrated his 90th birthday.

CHOIR:

The church choir presented the Christmas musical ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ to a large congregation. Due to many requests the choir will repeat this service on Sunday morning 3rd January.

TUESDAY:

Following the service last Tuesday morning the congregation and friend’s shard in a Christmas lunch together at the le Caprice. In the evening we were grateful for the dry weather as the annual ‘open air’ carols service was held around the Christmas tree on the chapel lawn. The Llanelli Salvation Army Band led the singing and this was followed by mince pies and coffee in the schoolroom.

CHURCH SECRETARY:

The church meeting held at the close of last Sunday morning’s service confirmed the recommendation of the Minister and diaconate that Russ Blandford be appointed as our new church secretary. We are grateful to Russ for his willingness to take on this important office in the life of the church.

While we welcome Russ we also express our sincere thanks to Noel who has served in this office for the last three years. Noel has undertaken his responsibilities with great commitment and we extend to Noel our sincere thanks. Noel was presented with a clock as a token of our appreciation as a church.

THAT WAS THE WEEK –

What a week it’s been! Capeli Llanelli – our rich heritage’ Huw Edward’s impressive book on the history of many of our local chapels, including Greenfield was launched at the local library. It is without doubt the most impressive and comprehensive of our local Nonconformist history and Huw has included a chapter on the history of Greenfield.

On Tuesday evening 8th December a large congregation came to the annual remembrance Christmas carol service for bereaved families. Led by our Minister and Rev Ceri Davies of St.Peter’s with other local Ministers present. Our church choir also sang an item. Thanks to Maggie James who read a lesson, and to Calvin who was at the organ,.

The chapel was full on Thursday evening for a carol concert with the Hywel girls and boys choir and the Llanelli Choral society under the direction of Mr John Hywel Williams. Our good friend Huw Tregelles Williams was at the organ.

THANKS:

For the £200 raised for Marie Curie at the last two Tuesday cakes stalls The final total raised by the church for Ty Bryngwyn Hospice this year is £2325 which has now been passed on to the hospice.

PANTOMIME:

Names for our visit to the Pantomime are now needed as soon as possible as the theatre is experiencing heavy demand for tickets. Please let Carol know you are coming. The children of the church go free of charge.

ASSOCIATION NEWS (Baptist Union):

Rev Mark Thomas is leaving Hope Baptist Church, Bridgend to take up a full time hospital Chaplaincy. Rev Ifor Willliams of Broadhaven Baptist Church in Pembrokeshire is completing his 20th year as Minister at Broadhaven to begin a new church in Radnorshire. With the support of the Baptist Union of Wales this is a pioneering work. During Ivor’s Ministry in Broadhaven the church has grown substantially and has supported two full time Ministers.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 10TH DECEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The Sunday morning service will be a Christmas celebration for all the family. The evening service will be the children’s Nativity with the children of the Junior church and Sunday school. Followed by coffee.

Christmas Day 10am - Christmas Day Communion service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Jillian Jones has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital

REMEMBRANCE SERVICE:

A large congregation came together last Tuesday in the chapel for the annual service of remembrance. Along with many local clergy and Ministers the service included carols, readings and an item by the Greenfield church choir.

TY BRYNGWYN HOSPICE:

The final amount raised from the annual sponsored walk for the Hospice was £2325. Thanks to all who walked and to those who sponsored. The Tuesday cakes stall raised £200 for Marie Curie and £250 for ‘Crisis’ at Christmas in December.

TUESDAY WORSHIP:

It has been good to see many new friends join with us for our Tuesday morning service. We are grateful for the offering taken which this year have supported many local and national charities. There will be no Tuesday morning service on 29th December. Last Tuesday following the service the congregation enjoyed a Christmas lunch at the Le Carpice Restaurant.

CHURCH SECRETARY:

We were sorry that Noel our church secretary has resigned due to ill health after three years of faithful service to the church. The church has accepted the nomination from the diaconate in the appointment of Russell Blandford to the office of church secretary. We are grateful to Russ for his willingness to accept this office.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3rd December 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ by the church

choir in the evening followed by coffee in the schoolroom.

Tony Thomas has been in hospital and is now home.

BAPTIST UNION

Mr Vivian Williams, secretary of Bethel who has been nominated as the President of

the Baptist Union of Wales for 2010- 11. Vivian will be welcomed at the annual

meetings of the Union to be held at Bethel Seaside in July next year.

TOY SERVICE

Once again this year we are grateful for all the toys, games etc that have been donated for our Toy Service to They will all be donated to children in greatest need in our community this Christmas and well into the new year.

It was good to welcome local scouts, cubs and beavers to the service. During the service Rev Jeffrey Morgan received a cheque raised by the church for £2100 for the Ty Bryngwyn Hospice.

TUESDAY WORSHIP

The cakes stall next Tuesday and in January will be in aid of the Mari Curie Community nurses. There will also be offerings received for the next two Tuesday mornings for ‘Crisis at Christmas’

On Tuesday 15th December following the service and coffee there will be a Christmas lunch at the Le Caprice. Any wishing to come along are invited to give their names to Terry Pike by next Sunday – Thanks.

We are grateful to all who have made cakes and supported the monthly cakes stalls. We have been able to donate to many local causes through the generosity of so many. – Thanks.

COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE

Around the Christmas tree on the lawn – Tuesday 15th December with the Llanelli Salvation Army Band. – Mince pies and coffee to follow.

GREENFIELD NEWS: 26TH NOVEMBER 2009:

Sunday Services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev David Jones. Morning worship includes Junior church, Christianity Explored for teenagers and crèche.

FAMILY NEWS:

Raymond Owen has been in hospital and is now home.

CRISIS AT CHRISTMAS:

For the last five years our Tuesday morning service has raised funds for ‘Crisis at Christmas’ Over eight days again this year Crisis will welcome up to 2000 homeless people to their nine special Christmas centres. Many will arrive from the streets freezing cold, lonely and in need of help. They will receive food, shelter and life changing services like housing and job advice.

On Tuesdays 1st & 8th December we will be taking offering in time for the opening of the centres on 23rd December.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

We look forward to a Baptismal service in January. Any friends who may consider this step of faith are invited to speak with David at any time. ‘Look here is water.
Why shouldn’t I be baptised’ (Read the full story in Acts 8: 26 – 40)

THANKS:

On behalf of the Llanelli Breast Cancer support group we offer our sincere and heartfelt thanks for kindly donating the use of Greenfield chapel for our Gala Concert which raised £2000 for the Breast Centre Appeal.

Thanks also for all your help and support which made the concert such a success. J Slade (Chairwoman) E Thomas (Secretary).

Our recent sponsored walk raised £1500 for the Ty Bryngwyn Hospice

CHURCH CHOIR:

Are preparing for their presentation of ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ on Sunday evening 13th December. A service of worship and praise with choral and congregational participation.

ADVENT & CHRISTMAS 2009:

Tuesday 8th December 7pm. Advent Service for the bereaved.

Thursday 10th December 7pm Christmas Music with the Hywel Gir’s Choir and guests.

Tuesday 15th December. 7pm Join us for Christmas Carols around the Christmas Tree on the chapel lawn with the Llanelli Salvation Army Band followed by mince pies and coffee.

Sunday 13th December 6pm ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ A Christmas presentation by the church choir.

Sunday 20th December. 11am Christmas Celebration. 6pm The Children’s Nativity. Christmas Eve Worship 11.30am at the Presbyterian Church led by Rev David Jones.

Christmas Day 10am until 10.50am Christmas Morning Communion Service.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH NOVEMBER 2009:

Our annual Toy service will be held on Sunday morning.

TOY SERVICE

We are grateful to Mrs Jill Lewis for being willing to arrange the annual toy service again this year. The service will be held on Sunday 27th November which is the first Sunday of Advent and we will hopefully be joined by the local scouts and guides. Any toys or gifts which will then be distributed to local children. Jill’s telephone number is Llanelli 750616.

TUESDAY MORNING

The cakes stalls for the nest two months ate for Mari Curie. We begin our collection for ‘Crisis at Christmas’ next week in aid shelters opening over Christmas for the homeless.

LOOKING FORWARD

Tuesday 8th December – Service for the bereaved in the chapel at 7pm.

Thursday 10th December – Hywel Girls choir Christmas carol service in the chapel.

Tuesday 15th December – 7pm Open air Christmas carol service around the Christmas tree on the chapel lawn with the Llanelli Salvation Army band. Mince pies following in the schoolroom.

Sunday 13th December 6pm ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ a presentation for Christmas by the church choir. the children’s nativity will be presented on Sunday 20th December.

All the children of the church are more than welcome to take part. Rehearsals begin on Thursday 19th November at 5.45pm in the schoolroom

THANKS

To Rev Jeffrey Morgan and Mr Stephen Thomas who led our midweek services last week.

NOVEMBER EXHIBITION

Russ Myners is holding an exhibition of his art and photography at the National Wetlands Centre for Wales at Penclacwydd from today until Saturday 28th November. The exhibition is well worth a visit and we wish Russ well for this his second exhibition at the centre. We are grateful to Russ for our church website www.greenfieldchurch.org.uk

GREENFIELD NEWS - 16TH NOVEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY

It was good to welcome many visitors to the morning service last Sunday. The service was led by our Minister. Jeanette Soale read a remembrance poem and the commendation of remembrance was read by John Davies. Following the two minute silence the morning service continued inthe normal way.

TOY SERVICE

We are grateful to Jill Lewis for being willing to arrange toe annual toy service again this year. The service will be held on Sunday 27th November which is the first Sunday of Advent and we will hopefully be joined by the local scouts and guides.
Any toys or gifts which will then be distributed to local children can contact Jill at any time. Jill’s telephone number is Llanelli 750616.

LOOKING FORWARD

David is on Roy Noble's afternoon programme on BBC Radio Wales at approx 2.35pm next Wednesday with the ‘Wednesday Word’.

Tuesday 8th December – Service for the bereaved in the chapel at 7pm.

Thursday 10th December – Hywel Girls choir Christmas carol service in the chapel.

Tuesday 15th December – 7pm Open air Christmas carol service around the Christmas tree on the chapel lawn with the Llanelli Salvation Army band. Mince pies following in the schoolroom.

Sunday 13th December 6pm ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ a presentation for Christmas by the church choir. The children’s nativity will be presented on Sunday 20th December. All the children of the church are more than welcome to take part. Rehearsals begin on Thursday 19th November at 5.45pm in the schoolroom

THANKS

To Rev Jeffrey Morgan and Mr Stephen Thomas who led our midweek services last week. To all who helped in the ‘Hallelujah Party’ on 31st October. With over 50 children and young people having a good time it was a great evening of fun and fellowship.

NOVEMBER EXHIBITION

Russ Myners is holding an exhibition of his art and photography at the National Wetlands Centre for Wales at Penclacwydd from today until Saturday 28th November. The exhibition is well worth a visit and we wish Russ well for this his second exhibition at the centre. We are grateful to Russ for our church website www.greenfieldchurch.org.uk

GREENFIELD NEWS - 8TH NOVEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at ths usual times and will be led by our Minister. The Morning services will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS

Tom Eynon continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Lisa Isaac, 64 Princess Street has celebrated her 21st birthday.

The Minister reported to the church that Noel has resigned as church secretary. Noel was thanked by the Minister for his devotion and service to the church as secretary for the last three years. In line with the church constitution the deacons will advise to the church their nomination for the office before the end of the year. It was also decided that the men’s fellowship be re-started in the new year.

HALELUJAH PARTY

Over 60 children and young people enjoyed an evening of fun and games last Saturday. Most in fancy dress, there were hot gods and burgers and everyone had a good time. Thanks to James for the disco and to all who helped.

LOOKING FORWARD

Annual Toy Service 11am Sunday 27th November, 2009.

Tuesday 8th December – Service for the bereaved in the chapel at 7pm.

Thursday 10th December – Hywel Girls choir Christmas carol service in the chapel.

Tuesday 15th December – 7pm Open air Christmas carol service around the Christmas tree on the chapel lawn with the
Llanelli Salvation Army band. Mince pies following in the schoolroom.

Sunday 13th December 6pm ‘The Splendour of Christmas’ a presentation for Christmas by the church choir .

MEALS ON WHEELS

We are very grateful to Marjorie Norris who has been responsible for our service to the local Meals and Wheels Service. Marjorie has now decided to resign and as a church we offer our sincere thanks to Marjorie for her many years of service to many of the housebound of our community.It follows that we need a volunteer or volunteers if Greenfield is to continue to be part of service. It involves two Thursday mornings a month for about two hours distributing meals to the housebound. Please have a word David or Yvonne for more information. The more volunteers we have the better.!

NATIVITY

The children’s nativity will be presented on Sunday 20th December. All the children of the church are more than welcome to take part. Rehearsals begin on Thursday 19th November at 5.45pm in the chapel.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE

We look forward to a Baptismal service in January. Any friends who may consider this step of faith are invited to speak with David at any time.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 29TH OCTOBER 2009:

Remembrance Sunday (8th November 2009) – Morning worship begins at 10.45am with a service which concludes with the two minutes silence when we join with the nation in remembrance. Evening worship at 6pm. Both services led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Tom Eynon continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital.. Margaret Thomas has been in hospital and is now home. It was good to have Joan Wheeler and Vi Royster with us in our morning service last Sunday after a long absence due to illness. Neville and Stella Muggeridge, have celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary.

GRAND CONCERT.

The chapel was full for the Grand Concert last Friday in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care unit at Prince Philip Hospital. The four choirs, Burry Port Male Voice choir, Gowerton Ladies choir, Bryn school choir, and ‘Cantata’ from Stradey School took part along with Richard Allen and our own John Thomas. Accompanist was Allan Fewster who as usual expertly accompanied both soloists.

Allan also accompanied ‘Lleisiau’r Llan’ at the Hospice service earlier in the month and is the organist at Salem, Llangennech. Edwina Hart, the Welsh Assembly Minister for health spoke during the interval and at the end of the evening a cheque for £2000 the proceeds of the concert was presented to Mr Simon Holt.

Furnace school held their harvest celebration service in the chapel last Thursday The offering taken was for the Thy Hafan children's hopspice in Penarth.

LOOKING FORWARD

Sunday 27th November - Annual Toy Service. Tuesday 8th December – Service for the bereaved in the chapel at 7pm. Thursday 10th December – Hywel Girls choir Christmas carol service in the chapel. Tuesday 15th December – 7pm Open air Christmas carol service around the Christmas tree on the chapel lawn with the Llanelli Salvation Army band. Church Diaries for 2010 are available from Mrs Carol Jones.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 15th October 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

HOSPICE SERVICE:

Word Hospice Day was remembered with a special service at Greenfield last Saturday. Rev Jeffrey Morgan presided and the address was given by Rev David Jones. Lleisiau’r Llan under the direction of Jill Evans contributed musical items accompanied by Allan Fewster.

FAMILY NEWS:

Neville Jones is now home from hospital. Tom Eynon has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:

A new ten week course begins on Sunday mornings for teenagers. It’s not too late to come along – Please have a word with Mike Wooller or Stephen Thomas on Llanelli 741127.
The cakes stall held following the Tuesday services last week raised £100 for Ty Hafan Children’s Hospice at Penarth.

HARVEST SUPPER:

The meal was excellent – thanks to the ladies who prepared and to all who helped. Thanks also to the friends from Teen Challenge who came along and took part and to the church choir for songs both old and new. £400 was raised for the work of Teen Challenge.

LOOKING FORWARD:

This Friday 23rd October – Grand Concert in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care Unit at Prince Philip Hospital with Burry Port Male Choir. Cor Ysgol y Strade, Richard Allen, Alan Fewster, President: Edwina Clark. and other guests. Tickets £6 from Christine Nicholas.

HALLELUJAH PARTY! (the alternative to Halloween) Party and lots of fun for all the children and young people of the church. Saturday 31st October, 2009 at 5pm in the schoolroom.
Our annual visit to the Pantomime at Theatre Elli will be held on Saturday 30th January, 2010 at 2pm. Names to Mrs Carol Jones.Church Members meeting will be held on Wednesday 28th October At 7pm. The meeting to discuss the formation of a Men’s Fellowship will follow the church meeting.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 9th October 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

HARVEST:
Thanks for all the contributions to the Harvest and to Joan Hancock and her helpers who decorated the chapel so beautifully. Thanks to the children of the Junior church for their drama item which had a challenging message for Harvest time. We also presented a Bible to Liam who is leaving Llanelli.

Thanks also to the church choir for a lovely rendering of the anthem ‘Bow the Knee’ during the evening service. The choir is now preparing a Christmas work which will be presented on Sunday evening 13th December. New members are always welcome – We rehearse on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm.

FAMILY NEWS:
Neville Jones has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital and is now home Bethan Jones and Andrew Carter were married in the chapel last Friday. Both Bethan and Andrew would like to thank everyone from Greenfield for their wonderful generosity, good wishes and support.

Thanks to Wendy Barnes and her helpers who catered for a large number who came down to the schoolroom following the service for the ‘cake cutting’ and drinks.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:
A new ten week course begins on Sunday mornings for teenagers. It’s not too late to come along – Please have a word with Mike Wooller or Stephen Thomas or phone Llanelli 741127

THANKS The Harvest Appeal has already raised over £1300 for the BMS.

LOOKING FORWARD:
Friday 23rd October – Grand Concert in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care Unit at Prince Philip Hospital with Burry Port Male Choir. Cor Ysgol y Strade, Richard Allen, Alan Fewster, President: Edwina Clark. and other guests.

HALLELUJAH PARTY! (the alternative to Halloween) Party and lots of fun for all the children and young people of the church. Saturday 31st October, 2009 at 5pm in the schoolroom.

Our annual visit to the Pantomime at Theatre Elli will be held on Saturday 30th January, 2010 at 2pm. Names to Mrs Carol Jones.

Church Members meeting will be held on Wednesday 28th October At 7pm. All church members are invited to attend. The meeting to discuss the formation of a Men’s Fellowship will follow the church meeting.

CHURCH DIARIES
Church Diaries for 2010 are now available from Mrs Carol Jones at £1. All proceeds are for the chapel building fund.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 23RD SEPTEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Our Minister. The evening service will include Communion, with coffee following in the schoolroom.

Our Minister gave the 'Wednesday Word' on the Roy Noble afternoon programme on Radio Wales last week.

FAMILY NEWS
Glyn Davies, Alan Hancock and Margaret Hanbury are now home from hospital. Tom Eynon has also been in hospital and is now home.
Becky James and Gavin, welcome the safe arrive of a baby son. Benjamin James Howell Christine welcomes the birth of grandson Harrison Andrew John.

Bethan Jones and Andrew Carter will be married in the chapel on Friday at 12 noon.

ADULAM
Many of our congregation joined with the church at Adulam in the united Communion service held last Sunday to give thanks for the 300th Anniversary of the Baptist cause in Felinfoel.

LOOKING FORWARD
HARVEST SUPPER Wednesday 7th October, 2009 in the schoolroom. Tickets are £5 and are available from Janice and Brenda. Proceeds of the evening are for Teen Challenge. Saturday 10th October – World Hospice Day Service at Greenfield at 7pm.

Friday 23rd October – Grand Concert in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care Unit at Prince Philip Hospital with Burry Port Male Choir. Cor Ysgol y Strade, John Thomas, Richard Allen, Alan Fewster, President: Edwina Clark. and other guests.

HALLELUJAH PARTY! (the alternative to Halloween) Party and lots of fun for all the children and young people of the church. Saturday 31st October, 2009 at 5pm in the schoolroom.

CHURCH DIARIES
Church Diaries for 2010 are now available from Mrs Carol Jones at £1. All proceeds are for the chapel building fund.

SPONSORED WALK
The annual sponsored walk will be held on Saturday 10th October at the Llanelli Coastal Park. A five mile walk in aid of the Llanelli Ty Bryngwyn Hospice. Sponsor forms are available from today from Mrs Carol Jones.
Saturday 10th October is also Word Hospice Day and at 7pm the local hospice committee invite everyone to a service at Greenfield.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP.
It has been suggested that the Men’s Fellowship which ceased some years ago be revived in the life of the church. The suggestion has been made for a monthly meeting held on a Wednesday evening. There will be a meeting on Wednesday 28th October at 7pm in the schoolroom to measure interest and support among the men of the church. All men are more than welcome to come along to this meeting.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 12TH SEPTEMBER 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The Morning service will include Communion.
Next Sunday morning some of our congregation will attend the united Communion service to celebrate the 300th Anniversary of the founding of the church at Adulam in Felinfoel.

FAMILY NEWS
Last Sunday’s Baptismal service will be long remembered in the life of the church as eight friends were baptised on profession of their faith. During the evening Communion service the eight were welcomed into membership of the church along with four other friends who were received by profession.

Alan Hancock is at Glangwili Hospital. Margaret Hanbury is now home from hospital. Eunice Elias has celebrated her her 90th birthday, Beryl Lloyd her 80th Ivor Mason his 70th and Darryl Benjamin his 50th. Linda and David Lewis have celebrated their 40 thwedding anniversary.

Delyth Richards and Mark Sweeting who were married in the chapel last Saturday..

LOOKING FORWARD
· Harvest Supper in aid of Teen challenge Wednesday 7th October. Tickets £5 from Janice and Brenda

· Friday 23rd October – Grand Concert in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care Unit at Prince Philip Hospital. Arranged by Joan Lewis with the Burry Port Male Voice choir, Stradey Schoool choir, Richard Allen and other guests it will prove a wonderful evening of entertainment.

SPONSORED WALK
Our annual sponsored walk has raised several thousand pounds for local causes. This year the walk will be held on Saturday 10th October and will be in aid of the Llanelli Ty Bryngwyn Hospice. This coincides with Word Hospice Day and there will be a service at Greenfield in the evening. All are welcome to join with us. Please give our Minister a ring on Llanelli 741127 for a sponsor form. The walk is held along the Millennium Coastal Park for 5 miles. Lunch at Greenfield following.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD SEPTEMBER 2009:

We welcome Rev Dr Eifion Evans to lead our services this Sunday.

FAMILY NEWS:
Alan Hancock is at Glangwili Hospital and is now recovering. Glyn Davies is at Prince Philip Hospital. Margaret Hanbury is now home Gloria and Elio De Filippo celebrated their 10th Wedding Anniversary with a service of re-dedication of their marriage vows in the chapel last Sunday afternoon. Delyth Richards and Mark Sweeting were married in the chapel on Saturday.

We were so sorry to hear of the death of Mr Des Harries of the Llanelli Salvation Army Citadel. Mr Harries has been faithful servant of the Army here in Llanelli for many years and a good friend to many churches of the town.

CHURCH CHOIR:
The church choir has recommenced following the summer break. All singers are welcome! We have a time of practice with a break for a cup of coffee. We are already thinking about Christmas and we would be delighted to welcome new friends. Please come along on Thursdays 6.30pm in the schoolroom

CAKES STALL:
The monthly Tuesday cakes stall will be held on 8th September and will be in aid of Teen Challenge.

LOOKING FORWARD:
Tuesday & Wednesday 8th & 9th September. – Bible Studies re-commence following the summer break. Tuesday at 7.30pm, Wednesday at 1.10pm. All are welcome.

Tuesday 15th September – We welcome representatives from the London City Mission to our Tuesday morning service. There will be an offering for the mission in the service.

Wednesday 23rd September – Our Minister will be giving the ‘Wednesday Word’ on Roy Noble’s programme on Radio Wales.

Saturday 10th October – World Hospice Day Service at Greenfield. Friday 23rd October – Grand Concert in aid of the Llanelli Breast Care Unit at Prince Philip Hospital.

SPONSORED WALK
Our annual sponsored walk has raised several thousand pounds for local causes. Last year we rasied over £1500 for the Guide dogs association. This year the walk will be held on Saturday 10th October and will be in aid of the Llanelli Ty Bryngwyn Hospice. This coincides with Word Hospice Day and there will be a service at Greenfield in the evening. All are welcome to join with us. Please give our Minister a ring on Llanelli 741127 for a sponsor form. The walk is held along the Millennium Coastal Park for 5 miles. Lunch at Greenfield following.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 28TH AUGUST 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be a service of believer’s baptism. Those baptised will be received into the membership of the church during the evening Communion service. There will be coffee following the evening service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glyn Davies continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Margaret Hanbury is not at St. Paul’s Alan Hancock is recovering from surgery at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. Joan Wheeler has been in hospital and is now home. Margaret Thomas has also been in hospital and is now home.

Gloria and Elio De Filippo celebrated their 10th Wedding Anniversary with a service of re-dedication of their wedding vows.
Well done to the young people of the church who have been successful in their ‘A’ level examinations.
We send our sympathy to Betty Davies in the death of her dear brother Mr Arthur Thomas. We also remember Arthur’s wife Pat who has been very unwell in recent months and their son Martin and family.

Dudley Pugh and Elaine Ann Jones were married in the chapel last Friday.
Darryl and Ann Benjamin have celebrated their 25th wedding Anniversary.

LEUKAEMIA SPONSORED WALK:

Simon and Ceri-Ann along with dads Darryl and Stephen have returned following their successful sponsored walk from Llanelli to Snowdon. Despite the bad weather and some sleepless nights due to noisy neighbours! they have done remarkably well. Thanks to Darryl and Stephen for their support and to everyone from the church who contributed. Darryl kept us informed on a daily ‘blog’ which you can read via the church website. www.greenfieldchurch.org.uk

LOOKING FORWARD:
Sunday 27th September 11am & 6pm Harvest Services. Harvest envelopes will be distributed this week. The morning service will be an ‘All Age’ family service and we will also welcome friends from the Guide Dogs Association

GREENFIELD NEWS - 12TH AUGUST 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual tims and wiol be led by the Minister. Tuesday morning worship is followed by coffee and fellowship.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glyn Davies is at Prince Philip Hospital. Margaret Hanbury is at Glangwili. Last Sunday we welcomed the muisc group from Bethlehem Baptist Church, Spital in Pembrokeshire who led our worship and praise.

SPONSORED WALK :

Ceri, Jess and Simon began their sponsored walk from Llanelli to the peak of Snowdon in aid of Leukaemia research last Sunday. Thanks to the Tuesday cakes stall and offerings taken which have raised over £400 from the church in their support. . We wish them and dads Stephen and Darryl well.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

On Sunday 6th September some friends will be professing their faith in baptism. They will be accepted into the membership of the church, along with other friends who will be received by profession during the evening Communion Service.

TUESDAY WORSHIP:

It was good to welcome friends from Zimbabwe to our service on Tuesday as well as many other visitors and friends. Our Tuesday morning worship continues all through the summer. Please join with us you would be very welcome.

THANKS To all who have contributed towards the cost of the new print machine. To Calvin James and John Soale who have completed some essential carpentry work in the kitchen. Rev Roy Jenkins has written to thank the church for the welcome he and his wife Elizabeth received last Sunday morning.

HARVEST:

Harvest services this year will be held on Sunday 27th September. The morning service will be an ‘All age’ family service and we will be joined by the Llanelli Guide Dogs for the blind association. The annual BMS Word Mission Appeal is for relief work in Africa. Harvest envelopes will be distributed in good time

GREENFIELD NEWS - 4th August 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS

Glyn Davies has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital. Margaret Hanbury continues to be at Glangwilli Hospital Carmarthen.

SPONSORED WALK

Two of our young people Ceri Ann Benjamin and Simon Davies are walking from Llanelli to Snowdon in aid of Leukaemia research. They leave next Sunday 9th August and are deserving of our support. They are being accompanied by dads Darryl and Stephen. Please think about sponsoring them !.

We are also seeking sponsorship on their behalf to cover the costs of their accommodation along the way. Any gift or donation would be gratefully received.

TUESDAY WORSHIP.

Thanks for the £100 raised last Tuesday for Leukemea research. There will be another offering this week in suport of Ceri Ann and Simon who are walking to Snowdon for this very worthy cause. Our Tuesday morning service continues all through the summer.

NEXT SUNDAY – we welcome the praise group from Bethlehem Baptist Church, Spital in Pembrokeshire who will lead our morning worship and praise.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 22ND JULY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be led by Rev Roy Jenkins of BBC Wales. The evening service will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion and there will be coffee following the service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Pam Jones, has been in hospital and is now home. Margaret Hanbury is at Glangwili Hospital. James Hope is playing golf at the Special Olympics at Leicester this week – Well done James !

THANKS:

To Mr Stephen Thomas who led our worship last Sunday. All were greatly blessed.
Thanks to Llaneli Probus club and their president Bill Phillips who invited our Minister to be the guest speaker at their summer lunch last Thursday.

Thanks to Sarah Ellum and all the leaders of the Junior youth for the end of term party. With a bouncy castle of the church lawn, face painting and plenty of fun the children and leaders had a wonderful time. The Youth club is also closed for the summer and both youth groups look forward to re-commencing in September.

CHURCH TRIP.
The weather was sunny and fine and we all had a good time on the beach at Tenby. Thanks to Stephen and Mike for arranging the games .

END OF TERM:

Both our Friday youth groups, the ‘Open Door’ fellowship are in recess until September. The church choir, and the Tuesday evening and Wednesday lunch time Bible studies will re-commence in September. Our Tuesday morning service will continue all through the summer.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 15th July 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The Tuesday morning service continues all through the summer. All other meetings - Bible study, Choir, Open Door and both youth groups are in recess for August and re-commence in September.

FAMILY NEWS:
Judith Thomas is now home from hospital. Spencer Crossman has also been in hospital and is now home.

THANKS: To all who attended the historical evening last Monday and raised over £100 to help our children and young people attended ‘Spree’ Wales.

To the Llanelli Hospital league of friends who invited our Minister to be their guest speaker at their annual Strawberry tea last Saturday.

ILSTON:
The weather thankfully remained dry for our visit to Ilston and the monument to the first Baptist Church in Wales. Over 80 in two coaches left Greenfield at 10am and nearly everyone managed the walk along the muddy path from Parkmill through the valley to the chapel ruins. Thankfully it did not rain for the time we held our service which was led by our Minister and Derick Fisk.

Following lunch at the Oxwich Bay Hotel we arrived back having had a good and blessed time of worship and fellowship together. Thanks to Terry Pike for his help in the arrangements.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY:
We have completed a study of the Ten Commandments and have been greatly encouraged by the increase in numbers nearly every Tuesday evening over the last few months. There’s a welcome to everyone to join with us for these last two weeks before we break up for the summer. We recommence on Tuesday 8th September.

SPREE WALES:
Despite the bad weather over 500 children and young people had a wonderful time of fellowship and fun at the Millennium Park.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 1ST JULY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Mr Stephen Thomas.

FAMILY NEWS:
Dilys Sharp continues to be at ward 1 Prince Phillip. Lynn Lewis is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Judith Thomas has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.

We were so sorry to hear of the death of Jack Richards and sympathise with Mrs Muriel Richards in her loss. Jack and Muriel had been married for 72 years and were now happily settled at Ty Mair.

THANKS:
Thanks for the £150 raised at a recent Tuesday morning cakes stall for the Urology department at Prince Philip Hospital for Prostate cancer research.

CHURCH TRIP:
The Annual church summer trip will be to Tenby on Saturday 18th July. Children and young people of the church go free of charge. Please have a word with Carol Jones for more information.

LOOKING FORWARD:
On Sunday morning 9th August we will be welcoming the music group from Bethlehem Baptist Church in Spital, Pembrokeshire, to lead our praise and worship.

‘SPREE’ WALES:
‘Spree’ Wales is back again in the Millennium Fields 10th – 12th July. A weekend of fun, sunshine and teaching for 8 – 15 year olds. Even if you’re older – don’t be left out! Those who are 16+ can be of service. Come and camp for the weekend (we have access to a couple of caravans if camping is just a little too much!). The cost for the weekend is £40 which includes food. Please contact Sarah Ellum (772298) for more details. There are still places - even just for the Saturday.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 25TH JUNE 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion and there will be coffee following in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS:

Dilys Sharp continues to be at ward 1 Prince Phillip. Lynn Lewis (Railway Terrace) is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Gwyn Mayler is now home.

‘SPREE’ WALES:

‘Spree’ Wales is back again in the Millennium Fields 10th – 12th July. A weekend of fun, sunshine and teaching for 8 – 15 year olds. Even if you’re older – don’t be left out! Those who are 16+ can be of service. Come and camp for the weekend (we have access to a couple of caravans if camping is just a little too much!). The cost for the weekend is £40 which includes food. Please contact Sarah Ellum (772298) for more details. There are still places - even just for the Saturday. Can anyone help for a few hours any time on the Wednesday to Friday to help put up marquees or help take them down again on the Sunday afternoon? We are doing crafts and will be looking for "junk" - could you keep polystyrene trays (the longer ones) from chips/food etc Thanks Sarah Ellum 772298

CHURCH TRIP:

The Annual church summer trip will be to Tenby on Saturday 18th July. Children and young people of the church go free of charge. Please have a word with Carol Jones for more information.

COFFEE EVENING:

Our Minister recently addressed the Llanelli historical Society on the history of ‘Greenfields’ which includes the chapel and other buildings of historical interest in the locality. On Monday 6th July at 7pm he will give the history again followed by coffee and refreshments in the schoolroom. Tickets for the evening are £2 and all the proceeds will be to help our children and young people to attend the ‘Spree’ Wales weekend on the Millennium fields later in the month Tickets are available from Mrs Carol Jones.

TUESDAY MORNING NEWS:

The Tuesday morning service continues to welcome many friends and visitors. On Tuesday 30th June we welcomed representatives from SASRA the Scripture Reading Association who evangelise among the armed forces. There will be no meeting at Greenfield on 7th July as we make our annual trip to Ilston for an ‘open air’ service followed by lunch at the Oxwich Bay Hotel. Coaches will leave Greenfield at 10am.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 17TH JUNE 2009:
Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Roger Hart, Minister of Pinner United Church in Pembroke Dock.

FAMILY NEWS:
Dilys Sharp, Lynn Lewis and Gwyn Mayler is also at Prince Phillip. Russ Myners has been in hospital and is now home. Alan Hancock has also been in hospital and is now home.

Connie Rees died peacefully at Prince Philip Hospital last Thursday. Connie was a much loved member of our Tuesday congregation and a faithful member of Bethel, Seaside where she had been caretaker and cleaner for many years.
Thanks – We are very grateful toShelia Hobday who has presented the church with 80 new Mission Praise Hymn books for use on Tuesday mornings in memory of her dear husband Alan who died last year.

The funeral service of Matthew Jenkins sadly killed in an accident in Thailand last month was held at Greenfield last Monday. It was a sad occasion as the congregation of several hundred who bade farewell to their friend who was just 23 years of age. Thanks to Ross Robinson for his moving tribute to Matthew and to Calvin who was at the organ. Thanks also to Jean James, Russ Blandford, Trevor Jones and Terry Pike who were the stewards.

STRAWBERRY TEA:
Please purchase tickets for the Strawberry Tea to be held on Saturday 27th June in the schoolroom and lawn of the chapel. All proceeds are for ‘Teen challenge’ Tickets are £3, Please support this very worthy cause.

CHRISTIAN AID:
The Christian Aid offering from Greenfield this year totalled £1261.31. Thanks to everyone who contributed and to Mrs Carol Jones for all her hard work in organising the various collections.

‘SPREE’ WALES
‘Spree’ Wales is back again in the Millennium Fields 10th – 12th July. A weekend of fun, sunshine and teaching for 8 – 15 year olds. Even if you’re older – don’t be left out! Those who are 16+ can be of service. Come and camp for the weekend (we have access to a couple of caravans if camping is just a little too much!). The cost for the weekend is £40 which includes food. Please contact Sarah Ellum (772298) for more details. There will be a coffee evening on Wednesday 1st July to help with the costs for our young people.

CHURCH TRIP:
The Annual church summer trip will be to Tenby on Saturday 18th July. Children and young people of the church go free of charge. Please have a word with Carol Jones for more information.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED
The Christianity Explored course came to a close after ten sessions of ‘exploring’ the Gospel of Mark together. Thanks to the group leaders and to everyone who attended. We welcomed friends new to the church and for friendships forged and fellowship deepened.

BAPTIST ASSEMBLY
The English Wing of the Baptist Union of Wales and the Association of which we are a part, The South Wales Baptist Association met together at ‘Y Llwyfan’ on the Trinity College Campus in Carmarthen. Bible studies both mornings were led by Tony Compolo who also spoke at the final rally at Tabernacle, Carmarthen on Saturday evening. It was also encouraging to hear of churches who were reaching out to their communities with the Good News of the Gospel, the increase in the number of Ministers serving the denomination in comparison with four years ago; and from the South Wales Baptist College an increase in students preparing for Ministry.

A new Welsh language church is soon to be established in Swansea at the recently closed Capel Gomer chapel funded by the Baptist Union of Wales. The choice of seminars was varied and challenging which included included the resources available to churches from both unions, councilling on debt relief, Chaplaincy and environmental issues. The most challenging was ‘Street Pastors’ A new church initiative of Christians going out to town and city centres on Friday and Saturday nights from late evening until around 2am (or when the pubs and clubs close) to be of help and support where it is most needed.

Street Pastors is an inter-denominational Church response to urban problems, engaging with people on the streets to care, listen and dialogue. It was pioneered in London in January 2003 by Rev Les Isaac, Director of the Ascension Trust, and has seen some remarkable results, including drops in crime in areas where teams have been working. There are now over 100 teams around the United Kingdom. Each project is set up by Ascension Trust and run by a local coordinator with support from Ascension Trust and local churches and community groups, in partnership with Police, Council and other statutory agencies. Street Pastors is already operational in Bridgend, Cardiff, Wrexham and is soon to be up and running in Swansea.

The chief constable of Cardiff addressing the seminar spoke of the tremendous contribution the Street Pastors have made to the city centre of Cardiff.

The Mission evening was addressed by Revd David Kerrigan, General Director of BMS World Mission.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH JUNE 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The Morning service will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:
Connie Rees is also at ward 1 Prince Philip Hospital. Russ Myners nd Alan Hancock have been in hospital and are now home.
The funeral service of Matthew Jenkins sadly killed in an accident in Thailand last month was held at Greenfield last Monday

MALE VOICE PRAISE:
Swansea Gospel Male choir present ‘Male Voice Praise’ at the Glenalla Civic Hall on SATURDAY 20th June, 2009 at 7pm. Special guests will be ANGELA DAVIES and PETER JACKSON Admission is free, with an offering for Leprosy Mission, Wales. – An evening not to be missed !

STRAWBERRY TEA:
Please purchase tickets for the Strawberry Tea to be held on Saturday 27th June in the schoolroom and lawn of the chapel. All proceeds are for ‘Teen challenge’ Tickets are £3, Please support this very worthy cause.

CHRISTIAN AID:
Thanks for Pat & Jill, Adam & Theresa, Sarah & Selby, Mandy & Cheryl, Carol & Darryl who collected outside Tesco last Monday.
Thanks also to Colin Isaac for the Christian Aid Quiz evening held last Wednesday evening. Six teams competed. The winning team and proud holder of the Greenfield Christian Aid Quiz shield was ‘Darryl’s angels’

LLANELI HISTORICAL SOCIETY:
Our Minister gave an address on the 150 year history of Greenfield at the monthly meeting of the Llanelli Historical Society at the Selwyn Samuel centre last Monday evening.

SOUTH WALES BAPTIST COLLEGE:
The college have written to thanks the church for the £400 donation. The student body at the moment is 20 who are preparing for Baptist Ministry at the college. The continued development of the premises at Richmond Road as a Baptist centre for Wales in ongoing. With the Aelwyd Housing Association, Cytun, the Boys Brigade and the Welsh council for Alcohol now located in some of the former hostel accommodation the college is becoming a centre of church activity for the area. The car parking area has been enlarged with the purchase of the next door property and the refurbishment of that property has meant improved accommodation for married students. Dr John Weaver sends the greetings and appreciation of the college for our continued support.

‘SPREE’ WALES:
‘Spree’ Wales is back again in the Millennium Fields 10th – 12th July. A weekend of fun, sunshine and teaching for 8 – 15 year olds. Even if you’re older – don’t be left out! Those who are 16+ can be of service. Come and camp for the weekend (we have access to a couple of caravans if camping is just a little too much!). The cost for the weekend is £40 which includes food. Please contact Sarah Ellum (772298) for more details.

CHURCH TRIP:
The Annual church summer trip will be to Tenby on Saturday 18th July. Children and young people of the church go free of charge. Please have a word with Carol Jones for more information.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:
The ten week course has now come to a close and it was good to welcome new friends into the life of the church.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 29TH MAY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion and there will be coffee following the evening service.

FAMILY NEWS
Well done to Timothy Thomas and Shaun Myners who are competing at the Urdd Eisteddfod at Cardiff this week.

CHRISTIAN AID QUIZ
Quiz evening here at Greenfield on Wednesday 3rd June at 7pm. Tickets are £1 and available from Carol. More information from Colin Isaac.

TONY COMPOLO.
The tickets for the Tony Compolo evening at Tabernacle Carmarthen are ready for collection from Noel. The revised cost in £8 which includes the coach fare.

TUESDAY MORNING.
It was good to welcome Mr Peter Jackson to our Tuesday morning service last week. Peter has a unique and gifted Ministry and we were all greatly blessed. With increasing numbers attending on Tuesday mornings we do need some help especially with those friends who come in wheelchairs. Please have a word with David if you are willing to help. Thanks in anticipation.

CHURCH CHOIR
The church choir meets for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm. We are learning some contemporary anthems at the moment and will present the first on Sunday 7th June in the evening Communion service. Anyone who can to sing is welcome to come along – please be assured of a very warm welcome.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED
The ten week course is now coming to its close. The final meeting will be on Monday 8th June. There will be a service to conclude the course on Sunday evening 14th June.

‘SPREE’ WALES
‘Spree’ Wales is back again in the Millennium Fields 10th – 12th July. A weekend of fun, sunshine and teaching for 8 – 15 year olds. Even if you’re older – don’t be left out! Those who are 16+ can be of service. Come and camp for the weekend (we have access to a couple of caravans if camping is just a little too much!). The cost for the weekend is £40 which includes food. Please contact Sarah Ellum (772298) for more details.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 25TH MAY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS
Some of our young people are competing at the Urdd Eisteddfod this week in Cardiff. We wish them well.

CAN YOU HELP?
We have had permission to collect for Christian Aid outside Tesco on Monday 1st June. If we could get a rota going we can cover from 9am until 7pm. Two collectors are needed who are willing to take two hourly slots and this could make all the difference in the amount we can collect for Christian Aid. Please have a word with Carol Jones if you can help.

TONY COMPOLO.
The tickets for the Tony Compolo evening at Tabernacle Carmarthen are ready for collection from Noel. The revised cost in £8 which includes the coach fare.

150TH ANNIVERSARY DVD’s
Are now available from collection for those who ordered them. Please collect from the schoolroom at the close of both services today.
There have been requests from some for the 150th Anniversary plates and mugs. We can now re-order them at £12 for the plates and £6 for the mugs.

TUESDAY MORNING.
It has been encouraging for us to welcome many friends to our Tuesday service in recent weeks. On Tuesday 7th July we will be again visiting the Ilston memorial for a service. (If wet at Siloam Baptist Chapel, Killay).

Last year’s visit proved very popular and all are invited to join with us. We then go on to the Oxwich Bay Hotel for lunch. The cost will be £10. Names please to Mr Terry Pike who will also give you the choice of menu for the meal.
Thanks to Mr Peter Jackson who led our worship last Tuesday.

CHURCH CHOIR
The church choir meets for rehearsals on Thursday evenings at 6.30pm. We are learning some anthems at the moment and will present the first on Sunday 7th June in the evening Communion service. Anyone who loves to sing in worship is welcome to come along – please be assured of a very warm welcome.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 14TH MAY 2009:

Sunday services are at 11am and 6pm and will be led by our Minister. The morning service includes Junior church, Sunday school and creche. 6pm Evening worship.
Thanks to Mr Derek Fiske who led our worship last Sunday.

FAMILY NEWS:
We extend our sympathy to the family of Mrs Hattie Jones who faithfully attended our Sunday evening service. Hattie was born in the New Dock area and attended Christchurch where she sometimes played the organ and was a Sunday school teacher. In later years she attended Peniel in Penyfan and when Peniel closed she came to Greenfield. Our sympathy to Gwyn and all the family.

TUESDAY MORNING SERVICE.:
It has been good to welcome new friends to our Tuesday morning service and to share inthe fellowship and coffee which follows. There is a cakes stall held on the first Tuesday of the month and in May £100 was raised for prostrate cancer reearch. The tomato plants grown by John Soale raised over £100 for the chapel building fund.

CHURCH CHOIR:
meets for rehearsal every Thursday evening at 6.30pm. All who love to sing in worship is welcome to share in this informal evening. The four part choir sings every Sunday evening and contributes the occasional item to the evenig worship.

Christian Aid:
Colin Isaac is arranging a 'Quiz evening' for Christian Aid on Wednesday 3rd July. Tickets are £1 from Carol.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH MAY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by the Minister. The morning service will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:
Tony Thomas has been admitted to prince Philip Hospital. Bill Macay has also been in hospital and is now home.

BROADCAST
Thanks to all who took part in our broadcast recordings and to the congregation who turned up to sing and to praise the Lord, to Calvin James for being at the organ. Lisa Hawkins from the BBC is very much part of our life as a church and it was good to welcome her and her colleauges who ensured that everything went according to plan. The first broadcast went out last Sunday and the second will be transmitted on Sunday 14th June at 8.05pm. We are grateful as a church for these opportunities we have of sharing in these ‘Celebration ‘services.

TONY CAMPOLO
A wonderful opportunity to hear Tony Campolo, Saturday 13th June, 2009 at Tabernacle Carmarthen. We are arranging a coach,
the cost of admission and the coach is £10. Over 45 have given their names and details of the coach departure and return times
will be in the Newsletter closer to the date.

ADAM & THERESA
Adam and Theresa who were married in the chapel last Saturday. Thanks to Joan Hancock and her team of faithful ladies and gentlemen who made all the catering arrangements. Thanks to everyone who contributed in any way to make this day possible.

The schoolroom was beautifully decorated as was the chapel with lovely flowers and in the company of family members and their friends from Teen challenge it was a wonderfully happy day.

SUNDAY SCHOOL
Jill and Margaret would like to express our thanks for the lovely gifts presented to us last Sunday morning. Also a big thank you to the children and teachers of the Sunday school and to past children and parents who turned up in the afternoon to say goodbye. This was such an unexpected surprise and made the day so very special. Every child was presented with a Greenfield mug on which their names were inscribed. Sunday school and Junior church continue every Sunday morning. ctivities for all ages. All children and young people are welcome.

THANKS
Thank you to all those who bought tomato plants from John Soale and helped raise £70 for the building fund. Thanks also to John and Jeanette for the ‘Easter Quiz’ which raised £101 for the building fund.

ANNIVERSARY DVD’S
The set of three DVD’s will be available for those who have placed ordered. The three DVD’a are made up as follows.
Disc 1. Saturday ‘Celebration evening’ with ‘Cambrensis’ John Thomas and Eirlys Davies. Disc 2. Sunday morning United Communion Service. Preacher Rev Dr John Weaver, President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain. Disc 3. Greenfield’s recent History – with film clips, photographs, excerpts from the ‘Celebration tea’ The 8am prayer meeting and memories of church members and input from Rev David Jones. All three DVD’s for £24 or two for £18 or individually for £10.
A second order for 150th Anniversary plates and mugs will be placed by the end of this month.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD MAY 2009:

Sunday services next Sunday will be led by Mr Derek Fisk.

FAMILY NEWS:
Our warmest congratulations to Adam and Theresa who were married in the chapel last Saturday in the company of family and many friends. We pray God’s blessing upon them as they begin their married life together.

Sincere thanks to everyone who have supported them and made this day possible, especially to all who helped with the reception
and in every other way – Many thanks.

TONY CAMPOLO:
A wonderful opportunity to hear Tony Campolo, Saturday 13th June, 2009 at Tabernacle Carmarthen. We are arranging a coach,
the cost of admission and the coach is £10. We need to know how many are coming by this evening. Please have a word with Noel our church secretary.

THANKS:
To Mr Stephen Thomas who led both services last Sunday. All were truly blessed under his Ministry. To Darryl and Nicholas Benjamin for placing and taking down the cross on the lawn which was very much a feature of the Easter services. The Cross was also floodlit for the whole of Easter week and again we are grateful to Darryl for fixing and removing the floodlights.

The ‘Voices of Hope’ concert held in the chapel last Saturday raised over £600 for the breast care unit and the Llanelli Hospital Radio. Thanks o David Hurford for making all the arrangements for what was an excellent concert.

SUNDAY SCHOOL
The afternoon Sunday school will met for the last time on Sunday. We give thanks for the faithful years of the teaching and sharing with countless numbers of children and young people the good news of the Gospel. While this is a sad day for Jill, Margaret and those who teach in the Sunday school it is also a day of thanksgiving and looking forward to the future.

Mrs Jillian Lewis and Mrs Margaret Greenwood have given a lifetime of service to the Sunday school. In their childhood years they were both pupils and moved on to teach and then to lead. We offer our sincere thanks for this untiring service and thank God for their faithfulness and dedication. The Greenfield Junior church and Sunday school will now meet every Sunday morning. There are activities and classes for all ages.

‘CELEBRATION’
We recorded two services for BBC Wales the first of which was transmitted last Saturday. The second broadcast will be on Sunday 14th June.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 27TH APRIL 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. At 8am this Sunday on Radio Wales the morning ‘Celebration’ service will be from Greenfield. The evening service will conclude with Communion and there will be coffee served in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS:
We warmly welcomed Aron Cai Harris and Mum and Dad Andrew and Andrea to a service of dedication.

We were so sorry to hear of the death of Lucas Williams. Mr Williams and his niece Esther have faithfully attended our services since the cause at Caersalem came to a close. Lucas had served as a deacon and treasurer of the church at Caersalem and for many years led the Sunday school and Band of Hope. We thank God for his faithful commitment to the church at Caersalem and in later years here at Greenfield. The funeral service was held last Monday at the Llanelli & District Cemetery.

Well done Ieuan Petty who played in the Carmarthenshire junior league final at Stebonheath last Tuesday evening. Even though Ieuan’s team lost they did exceptionally well to get to the final.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDIES:
We have recently completed our study of the Epistle to the Philippians. Please join with us as we being a 10 week study on the ‘Ten Commandments’ (Exodus 20) It has been good to welcome some of our young people on Tuesday evenings and hopefully this series will be of help to them as they face the contemporary issues of the day. Bible studies are held on Tuesdays at 7.30pm and Wednesday lunch time at 1.10pm

TONY CAMPOLO:
A wonderful opportunity to hear Tony Campolo, Saturday 13th June, 2009 at Tabernacle Carmarthen. We are arranging a coach, the cost of admission and the coach is £10. Names as soon as possible and at the latest 26th April to our church secretary Mr Noel Vaughan – Jones.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 20TH APRIL 2009:

Sunday services are at times. The morning service will be an ‘All age’ family service with local scouts and guides joining with us. Morning and evening worship will be led by our Minister.

EASTER:
Thanks to everyone who took part in the Maundy Thursday service of preparation for Easter. The weather was kind to us for the ‘Open Air’ service we held on the lawn following our Good Friday service. Following the service in the chapel the congregation gathered outside to sing hymns and songs around the cross which had been made for last year’s Christmas tree.

Thanks to the ladies who prepared refreshments on Thursday evening and on Friday morning. The chapel was full for the Easter Sunday morning service. During the service we welcomed Andrew and Andrea Harries who brought their baby son Aron to a service of dedication. Thanks also to the junior church for their Easter drama.

The cross on the lawn was floodlit for all of Easter week and was hopefully a reminder all who passed by of the message of this Easter season.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDIES:
We have recently completed our study of the Epistle to the Philippians and have re-commenced our Bible studies following the Easter holidays with a 10 week study on the ‘Ten Commandments’. It has been good to welcome some of our young people on Tuesday evenings and hopefully this series will be of help to them as they face the contemporary issues of the day. All are welcome. We begin on Tuesday at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee and on Wednesday at 1pm until 1.50pm.

BBC CELEBRATION:
The BBC will record two ‘Celebration’ services on Tuesday 28th April. There will be rehearsals for the hymns on Thursday 23rd April and following the evening service on Sunday 26th..

GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH APRIL 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Stephen Thomas.

Welcome to two new deacons elected by the church meeting. John Davies and Russ Blandford will serve as deacons for the next four years.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mrs Hattie Jones is now resident at ‘Y Plas’ in Felinfoel. Mrs Edith Kemp is now home from hospital.

We were sorry to hear of the sudden death of Betty Nicholas. Mrs Nicholas was a faithful member of Greenfield and we send our love and sympathy to Cyril and the family in their sad and sudden loss.

Well done Simon Davies on taking part in the Wales Junior bowls championship at Newport last week. Simon came an excellent second in the competition.

Congratulations to proud grandparents Russ and Brenda Blandford on the birth of their second granddaughter Bronwen Eva, another lovely daughter for Ceryl and James and a little sister for Ffion.

Congratulations to Mr Neville Jones on the occasion of his 80th birthday tomorrow. Love and best wishes from us all.

EASTER QUIZ:

Thank you to all those who participated in the Easter Quiz and helped raise £101. The winners are Jean James, Mr N & Mrs A Watkins and Sheila Hobday. An additional prize is awarded to Colin Isaac for the most novel wrong answer!

Val Newton.

LLYS CAEGLAS 25th ANNIVERSARY:

Last Wednesday a service was held in the Llys Caeglas communal lounge to mark the 25th Anniversary of the opening of the Llys Caeglas flats complex. Those present included many of the residents, staff and Aelwyd Housing Association staff from Cardiff, Mr Douglas A Jones and Mrs Margaret Davies who were on the original committee. Mr D A Jones gave a history of the events which led to the building of the flats and the many memories of the early years. Mr Vaughan Ellson who was manager of the then Baptist Men’s Movement Housing Association led in prayer.

Mrs Mari Thomas spoke on behalf of the now Aelwyd Association which has responsibility for the running of the flats. Mrs Ann Evans was presented with a gift to acknowledge her years of faithful and devoted service as warden for the past 25 years. During the tea that followed Mrs Phyllis Vaughan Jones also expressed the appreciation of the residents to Ann and also as the longest service resident cut the Anniversary cake which was given by Mr Ken Pugh of New Look Builders.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 1ST APRIL 2009:

Palm Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

Easter Services: On Thursday at 7.30pm there willbe a service of preperation for Easter followed by refreshments. Good Friday at 10.30am Communion service followed by a short open air service on the church lawn. There will be hot cross buns and coffee serveed inthe schoolroom. Easter Day 11am Easter Celebration 6pm worship for the close of Easter Day. All services led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mrs Hattie Jones is now at the Plas in Felinfoel.. Ann Davies has been in hospital and is now home. We also sympathise with Ann in the loss of her brother David last week. Edith Kemp was admitted to Glangwili Hospital last week. Jill Rees has also been in hospital and is now home. We also remember Rev Glyn Morris who is in hospital at Morriston and Irene Rees is now home from hospital.

We sympathise with Keith and Pat Bevan in the sudden loss of Pat’s brother in law Mr David Jones. The funeral service will be held next Tuesday at Wellingborough. Jill Rees and Eileen Kemp have also lost their brother Rev Wynn Thomas.

BBC WALES ‘CELEBRATION’:

We have had a request from BBC Wales to record two Celebration service for transmission on Sunday 3rd May and Sunday 14th June. The recording will be made at Greenfield on Tuesday 28th April, 2009 at 6.30pm. There will be two rehearsals for the hymn on Thursday 23rd April at 7pm and Sunday evening 26th April following the evening service.

THANKS To Mrs Val Newton who received a cheque for £1000 from the church for children’s work in Romania during our morning service last Sunday. To all who have contributed towards Isaac Ellum’s three weeks of service in South Africa. Any gifts can be given to the Minister. Isaac and dad Steve will be part of a team building houses and supporting needy families in deprived areas of Johannesburg. To the ladies who prepared the posies of daffodils for last Sunday morning’s service.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 26TH MARCH 2009:

Palm Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS

Hattie Jones is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Ward 9. Jack Richards is now home from hospital at Ty Mair. Callum Cheyne has been in hospital and has been receiving treatment for some time. Callum is now home and we send to him our love and best wishes.

Ann Davies has been in hospital and is now home. Simon Davies has reached the final of the Welsh under 18’s Four bowls competition. The final is on 29th March at Mountain Ash. Congratulations Simon and every good wish.

Our warmest congratulations to Rev and Mrs Lyndon Evans, on the birth of their lovely baby daughter Hanna Daisy, on March 12th, (Lyndon’s 40th birthday!)

BBC WALES ‘CELEBRATION’:

We have had a request from BBC Wales to record two Celebration service for transmission on Sunday 3rd May and Sunday 14th June. The recording will be made at Greenfield on Tuesday 28th April, 2009 at 6.30pm. There will be two rehearsals for the hymn on Thursday 23rd April at 7pm and Sunday evening 26th April following the evening service.

SUNDAY SCHOOL:

Church life has changed dramatically in recent years. The tradition of an afternoon Sunday school was for many generations part of church life and that was especially the case here at Greenfield. During the 1930’s over 400 children and young people attended on Sunday afternoons and similarly in all the other chapels and churches. Greenfield has maintained an afternoon Sunday school and this was possible because of the dedication and commitment of Jill Lewis who has been superintendent for the last fifteen years.

The decision has not been made lightly to bring the afternoon school to a close and to combine with the morning Junior church, and we know the deep sorrow that Jill and the other teachers feel at having to make this decision. We are very fortunate, however, to being able to offer the children who remain in the Sunday school to come along to the junior church on a Sunday morning where there are groups of all ages and we sincerely hope that they will do so. As a church we owe a great debt of gratitude to Jill and her fellow teachers for all their dedication over the years. A chapter in Greenfield history will come to a close but the work among the children and young people goes on.

LOOKING FORWARD:

HOLY WEEK. 7.30pm Maundy Thursday service of preparation for Easter followed by refreshments.

Good Friday: 10.30am Communion Service. 11.30pm ‘Open Air’ service on the church lawn followed by hot cross buns and coffee.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH MARCH 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be led by Mr.Peter Jackson, Ammanford and the evening service by Rev J Jeffrey Morgan.

FAMILY NEWS:
We were sorry to hear of the death of Richard (Dick) Andrews. Dick had been a member of Greenfield for many years and we thank God for his fellowship and friendship. We extend our deepest sympathy to Mary, Paul and Matthew in the loss of a much loved husband, father and grandfather. Hattie Jones (Bond Avenue) is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Ward 9. Allan Williams has been in hospital and is now home following surgery.

CHRISTIANTITY EXPLORED:

Christianity Explored is an informal way to investigate Christianity or just brush up on the basics. It explores who Jesus is, why he came and what it means to follow him. The evening will commence at 7.15pm with a light buffet. The video session last about 20 minutes and then there will be a time for sharing and we will conclude with tea and coffee around 9am. Everyone is welcome and although we are now in week 3 it’s not too late to join. For more information contact David on Llanelli 741127.

EASTER QUIZ:

Johan Soale has a quiz on sale for £1 in aid of the new carpet fund. There will be three prizes, all donated, with an Easter theme. Please support the quiz, have fun and exercise your brain in a good cause.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Church member’s annual meeting (AGM) will be held in the schoolroom on Wednesday 25th March at 7pm. The Agenda for the meeting will be available on the vestibule notice board and on the table in the Minister’s room. On Saturday 18th April a special concert arranged by the local hospital radio in aid of the Breast cancer appeal will be held in the chapel. Guest soloist will be
Richard Allan with Llanelli Male voice choir. Tickets are £6. It is our privilege to support this very worthy cause

THANKS:

To the Ammanford ‘Torch’ fellowship who invited our Minister to speak at their monthly meeting last Saturday. Christine John would like to thank all at Greenfield who sent get well messages during and following her recent stay in hospital.
Thanks to Mrs Maggie James for being so willing to arrange the catering for the Christianity Explored course which began last Monday.

BBC WALES ‘CELEBRATION’:

We have had a request from BBC Wales to record two Celebration service for transmission on Sunday 3rd May and Sunday 14th June. The recording will be made at Greenfield on Tuesday 28th April, 2009 at 6.30pm. There will be two rehearsals for the hymn on Thursday 23rd April at 7pm and Sunday evening 26th April following the evening service.

NEW CARPET:

The new carpet has now been laid in the chapel, vestibule and back rooms and landing. Hopefully everyone will approve of the colour and pattern! The old carpets were becoming well worn and in some places an accident risk. The aisle carpets had been down 40 years while the pulpit and front area for nearly 60 years.!

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH MARCH 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be a celebration of Mothering Sunday for all the family. Both morning and evening worship will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

We warmly welcome Mrs Ira Davies and Mrs Janet Davies into membership of the church. Hattie Jones is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Ward 9. Jack Richards has been admitted to Teifi Ward at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.

Jack Morgan is now home with parents Claire and Giles after being admitted to Singleton Hospital. Well done Lisa Isaac who took part in the Phoenix Theatre’s production of ‘The Happiest days of our lives’ at Theatre Elli last week.

CHRISTIANTITY EXPLORED:

The course lasts for ten weeks and is a wonderful opportunity to invite family and friends from outside the church to an informal evening of introduction to the Christian faith. The course began last Monday but it’s not too late to join.

Christianity Explored is an informal way to investigate Christianity or just brush up on the basics. It explores who Jesus is, why he came and what it means to follow him. The evening will commence at 7.15pm with a light buffet. The video session last about 20 minutes and then there will be a time for sharing and we will conclude with tea and coffee around 9am.

WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER:

This annual service of worldwide prayer was held at the Salvation Army Citadel last Friday. Thanks to Mrs Ann Vaughan-Jones who took part from Greenfield. The service in the Llwynhendy area was held at St David’s church where Mrs Christine Nicholas was one of the leaders.

EASTER QUIZ:

Johan Soale has a quiz on sale for £1 in aid of the new carpet fund. There will be three prizes, all donated, with an Easter theme. Please support the quiz, have fun and exercise your brain in a good cause.

ROMANIAN AID:

Last Sunday morning we welcomed Mrs Val Newton of Wales Romanian Aid who received a cheque for £1000 for children’s work in Romania. (This was raised on Saturday evening ‘Celebration’ on the occasion of our 150th Anniversary last September).

GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH FEBRUARY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening worship will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:

Thanks for the cakes stall on Tuesday morning which raised £100 for the Gaza appeal. The final amount raised was £600 and for the £200 raised for the British Heart Foundation which was raised through the monthly Tuesday cakes stall. Mrs Sally Davies received theh donation on behalf of the Association last Tuesday morning.

CHRISTIANTITY EXPLORED:

The course lasts for ten weeks and is a wonderful opportunity to invite family and friends from outside the church to an informal evening of introduction to the Christian faith. The course will run from Monday March 9th until 18th May.

Christianity Explored is an informal way to investigate Christianity or just brush up on the basics. It explores who Jesus is, why he came and what it means to follow him. The evening will commence at 7.15pm with a light buffet. The video session last about 20 minutes and then there will be a time for sharing and we will conclude with tea and coffee around 9am. Everyone is welcome, but as the course is mainly for those outside the church so please bring someone along if you can.

For more information please have a word with David at any time. Next Saturday there’s a warm invitation to anyone who may feel led to pray for this course to come along to the schoolroom at 8am until 8.45am Coffee and toast at 7.50pm.

150th DVD:

Apologies for the delay in the production of the this DVD. The final filming took place in the youth groups on Friday evening and hopefully this will be available in about two weeks. Please ensure that you have placed your orders by Sunday 1stMarch. Details are on the leaflet on the Vestibule table. Discs 1 & 2 are already available. Anyone wishing to order the 150th plates and mugs are
also invited to fill in the form on the vestibule table. This will be the last opportunity to purchase the mugs and plates which marked the 150th Anniversary of the church.

AROUND THE CHAPEL:

The re-carpeting of the chapel is scheduled for mid March. It will be necessary be raise the existing carpet some time before to make a thorough examination of all the flooring in order that any repairs and levelling can be made. Repairs to some of the leaded lights on one of the vestibule doors has become necessary. This is very delicate work and the panels have been removed to the premises of the firm making the repairs. Thanks to the building committee for their work.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH FEBRUARY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by the Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Hattie Jones is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Ward 9. Mrs Jones has celebrated her 90th birthday. We send to her our love and best wishes on this happy occasion.

Phyllis Vaughan Jones would like to sincerely thank her many friends from Greenfield for their kind greetings on her 90th birthday.

GAZA’ APPEAL:

Anyone who would like to contribute towards this special appeal for the great humanitarian crisis in Gaza is welcomed to contribute to the retiring collections at both services . The cakes stall next Tuesday will also be in aid of the appeal.

INCLEMENT WEATHER:

For the first time since we began the Tuesday Morning service in 1990 we had to cancel the meeting because of the inclement weather. Apologies for any inconvenience, we did try to contact as many as possible. The Wednesday meetings were also cancelled. Please note that this week’s Bible study will commence at 12noon.

CHRISTIANTITY EXPLORED:

The course lasts for ten weeks and is a wonderful opportunity to invite family and friends from outside the church to an informal evening of introduction to the Christian faith. The course will run from Monday March 9th until 18th May.

Christianity Explored is an informal way to investigate Christianity or just brush up on the basics. It explores who Jesus is, why he came and what it means to follow him.

The evening will commence at 7.15pm with a light buffet. The video session last about 20 minutes and then there will be a time for sharing and we will conclude with tea and coffee around 9am. Everyone is welcome. For more information please contact David on Llaneli 741127

GREENFIELD NEWS - 5TH FEBRUARY 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mrs Hattie Jones (Bond Avenue) is at Prince Phillip Hospital. Ward 9. Rhys Lloyd has been in hospital this week.

SOROPTOMISTS INTERNATIONAL:

are holding a concert tonight (Thursday) at Greenfield with the Hywel Girls’ choir and the Hywel Boy Singers under the direction of Mr John Hywel Williams with Jean Hywel at the piano. Burry Port Male choir under the direction of Mr Ryan Lee, with Adele O’Neill, soprano and Huw Tregelles Williams at the organ. Proceeds are for the Ty Bryngwyn Hospice and admission is by ticket £5 available at the door.

OPEN DOOR:

The ‘Open Door’ fellowship recommence their meetings this week following the Christmas and January break. Everyone is warmly welcomed to join in this fellowship which meets every Wednesday afternoon at 2. 30pm.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:

Christianity Explored is a ten week course which is an introduction to the Christian faith. The course will run at Greenfield on Monday evenings from 9th March. The course is an informal way to investigate Christianity or just brush up on the basics of the faith. It explores who Jesus is, why he came and what it means to follow him. No one is expected to read aloud or pray or sing. For more information please see the church website www.greenfieldchurch.org.uk or give David Jones a ring on Llanelli 741127.

PANTOMIME:

Everyone had a good time at the Pantomime with Denny Twp and friends. Thanks to Carol Jones for arranging the evening.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 29th January 2009:

Sunday services 11am & 6pm led by the Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Frances Davies is now home from hospital. Richard Andrews is at Prince Philip Hospital. Hattie Jones is now at ward 9.

CONGRATULATIONS to Janice Thomas on the birth of a granddaughter Niav. a baby sister for Martha, Logan and Phoebe.

CONGRATULATIONS to Phyllis Vaughan – Jones on her 90th birthday.

Thanks to Christine Nicholas and Stephen Thomas who led the Tuesday meetings last week.

150th ANNIVERSARY DVD:

DVD’s are available to order of the 150th Anniversary. Disc 1 is of the ‘Celebration’ held on Saturday evening 6th September. The whole 2 hour service of praise last two hours. Disc 2 is of the united Communion service held on Sunday morning 7th September with guest preacher Rev Dr John Weaver. Disc 3 is a miscellany of historical data along with excerpts from the anniversary tea held at the Stradey Park Hotel and the early morning prayer meeting. All three discsare individually at £10 each. Any two discs £18 and all three discs £24. Thankyou.

BMS WORLD MISSION:

Despite the bad weather a good number came together on Saturday evening at Moriah for a Guinean meal prepared by Sarah Hall. It was an enjoyable evening and we joined with members and friends from Adulam, Moriah and Seion for this time of fellowship. On Sunday morning Moriah and Seion joined with us and Sarah spoke about her medical work in Guinea. The Communion offering for the work of BMS Home Mission amounted to £400.

Sarah came along to the Sunday school in the afternoon and spoke at Adulam, Felinfoel in the evening service. We wish Sarah well as she completes her time of service in Guinea and in seeking God’s leading and guidance for the future.

BIBLE STUDY & PRAYER:

It has been good to welcome new friends to our Tuesday evening Bible study in recent weeks. We have commenced a study of Paul’s letter to the Philippians. There is an opportunity for questions and discussions but there is no expectation that anyone who does not feel led to take part to do so. We normally conclude by 9pm and everyone is guaranteed a lift home.

CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED:

is a ten week course which is a good introduction to the Christian faith. By means of meeting informally for the ten weeks, short contemporary video presentations and the opportunity to share with others and to ask questions, or just to listen with no obligation to take part. This course is ideal for everyone of any age to explore the claims of the Christian faith. The course begins at Greenfield on Monday evening 9th March for ten weeks. The course will be led by Rev David Jones and you can give him a ring for more information on Llanelli 741127. Welcome....

GREENFIELD News - 15th January 2009:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Geoffrey Tyson Bridgend.

FAMILY NEWS:

Frances Davies is now home from hospital. Richard Andrews has been admitted to Ward 6 at Prince Philip last week. Hettie North has also been admitted to Ward 6.

Hattie Jones has been admitted to Ward 1 at Prince Philip.

150th ANNIVERSARY DVD:

DVD’s are available to order of the 150th Anniversary. Disc 1 is of the ‘Celebration’ held on Saturday evening 6th September. The whole 2 hour service of praise last two hours. Disc 2 is of the united Communion service held on Sunday morning 7th September with guest preacher Rev Dr John Weaver. Disc 3 is a miscellany of historical data along with excerpts from the anniversary tea held at the Stradey Park Hotel and the early morning prayer meeting amd church activities over the last 50 years.

BIBLE STUDY & PRAYER:

Despite the cold weather both Bible studies last week were well attended. We have commenced a study of Paul’s letter to the Philippians. There is an opportunity for questions and discussions but there is no expectation that anyone who does not feel led to take part to do so. We normally conclude by 9pm and everyone is guaranteed a lift home.

WEDNESDAY:

1.10pm The lunch time Bible study follows the same theme as Tuesday evening and is for those who would rather not come out in the winter evenings. Also the opportunity for those working in the town to come along during their lunch break. This meetings conclude by 1.50pm.

The ‘Open Door’ fellowship begins re-commences in February.

THANKS:

to Andrew and the church choir who sang at a carol service at Trinity Chapel before Christmas. Despite being low in numbers due to illness the choir sang very well and their contribution was much appreciated by our friends at Trinity.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 1st January 2009

Sunday services are at the usual times an 11am and 6pm. The morning service includes Junior chuch with classes and activities for children and young people of all ages. The afternoon Sunday school again for children is at 2.30pm and
evening worship at 6pm. Services led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

Frances Davies has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES:

The Christmas Nativity this year included items from all the children and young people and with such a large ‘cast’ the service included not only the Nativity but sketches and drama from the young people. Thanks to Sarah and all her helpers for a wonderful evening of worship as we were led again to Bethlehem.

Thanks also to the young people of the Junior church for their sketch on Sunday morning. Thanks also to Calvin for being at the organ for both services.

Thanks to those from Greenfield who came along to the Midnight service led by David at the Presbyterian Church on Christmas eve. It was good to welcome visitors to our Christmas Day Communion Service. With friends from Bethel and visitors staying over Christmas at some of the local hotels who were very appreciative of the singing (especially the Welsh hymns) the service was a blessing to all who were present. Thanks for the offering in aid of Spurgeons Child care amounted to £600.

BIBLE STUDY:

Our weekly Bible studies are held on Tuesdays at 7.30pm and Wednesday lunch time at 1.10pm. All are welcome to join with us. More information from Llanelli 741127.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 26TH DECEMBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and 11am and 6pm and willbe led by our Minister. News Year's Day Service at 10.30am on Thursday 1st January.

CHRISTMAS CAROLS AROUND THE TREE:

The weather was ideal and although we were not sure how many would come to the Community Carol Service’ we held last Wednesday evening it was a wonderful encouragement to see so many attend and sing carols around the Christmas tree.
We had publicised the service well in local shops and pubs and offices and in the end it is estimated that over 150 people came along and joined in the singing and the mince pies, soft drinks and coffee that followed.

This was an occasion when our schoolroom was too small and what a wonderful atmosphere we shared. Thanks to the Llanelli Citadel Salvation Army Band for accompanying the singing and to all who served coffee and mince pies.

TUESDAY CHRISTMAS LUNCH:

Following our Tuesday service and coffee last week over 100 crossed the road to the Le Caprice for a Christmas lunch. We had a good time of fellowship together and the opportunity of fellowship and friendship was certainly deepened as we
shared together. Our Tuesday service brings together friends from other local churches and those who do not attend any church or who are unable to worship on Sundays for various reasons.

Last July we travelled to Ilston for a service at the ruins of the first Baptist church in Wales followed by lunch together at Langland. Thanks for these opportunities and thanks to everyone who came along and to the Le Caprice staff for their welcome.

BIBLE STUDY:

We have concluded our series of studies on Paul’s letter to the Galatians. We had had a good time of sharing and learning together around God’s word on Tuesday and Wednesdays in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The Bible study re-commences on Tuesday 6th January at 7.30pm and Wednesday 7th at 1.10pm. All are welcome and it has been good to see new friends with us in both meetings.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 18TH DECEMBER 2008:

Sunday: 11am Christmas Celebration with Junior church and crèche. 6pm Children’s Nativity service followed by coffee.

Christmas Day Service: 10am - 10.45am Christmas Communion.

FAMILY NEWS:

Betty Davies continues to be at Prince Phillip Hospital. Jack Richards has been moved to Ward 9 at Prince Philip. Yvonne Mason is now home.
Neville Jones is also home from hospital. Phyllis Vaughan-Jones suffered a fall on leaving the chapel on Tuesday morning. It is good to hear that Phyllis is now home.

Congratulations and best wishes to Gwyneth and Tony Thomas on the birth of a lovely granddaughter Sadie on 19th November. Congratulations also to parents Ruth and Brendon.

TOY SERVICE:

The chapel was full for a very special service last Sunday. Over 200 toys books and games filled the front of the chapel and were presented to local children’s causes. We also welcomed friends from the Guide Dogs Association along with four of the guide dogs who received the proceeds of our recent sponsored walk for Guide dogs which raised over £1600. The chapel was full as we welcomed scouts and guides from Llanelli and Llangennech.

THANKS:

Thanks for the offering taken for ‘Crisis’ last Tuesday morning. We have another offering next Tuesday and then we will send our contribution which will ensure that some homeless people will have shelter and care over the Christmas holiday. ‘Crisis’ opens centres in all the large cities and our Tuesday Morning service has and continues to support this very worthy cause every year.

Last week the Tuesday fellowship enjoyed a Christmas lunch at the Le Caprice opposite the chapel.

NEXT SUNDAY:

On Sunday morning there will be a Christmas celebration with Junior church and crèche. Carols old and new with some drama from the young people. Sunday evening the children will be presenting the Nativity. This will be followed by coffee in the schoolroom.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH DECEMBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. During the morning service the children and young people will be presented with books for good attendance during the year. The evening service will be a service of Christmas praise led by our church choir. There will be coffee served following the service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Betty Davies continues to be at Prince Phillip Hospital. (Ward 7). Jack Richards is at Glangwili. Yvonne Mason was admitted to intensive care at Prince Philip Hospital of last week and is now home. Neville Jones has also been in hospital and is now home.

Congratulations and best wishes to Gwyneth and Tony Thomas on the birth of a lovely granddaughter Sadie on 19th November. Congratulations also to parents Ruth and Brendon.

THANKS:

Sheila Hobday expresses her sincere thanks to everyone who has been of such support and help in the recent loss of her husband Alan. Thanks to everyone who attended the funeral service held last Monday at Greenfield and the Llanelli Crematorium. Thanks also to the ladies who prepared and served the refreshments following the service and to Andrew for his services at the organ.

CHRISTMAS REMEMBRANCE SERVICE:

Tonight (Thursday) At 7pm a service for the bereaved is being held at Greenfield. The service last year saw many who had lost loved ones come together for a service of remembrance. This year again we have been asked to host this service and everyone is welcome to come along.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS:

As usual this year the Newsletter on Sunday 21st December will include greetings from members and friends. Please include a message (up to thirty words). You can use the enclosed from or a piece of paper. Please write your message, place in an envelope with a minimum donation of £2(for the church building fund) and place in the box in the vestibule by Tuesday 16th December at the latest. Forms are included in the Newsletter this week and will be available on the Vestibule table in the weeks leading up to 16th December.

COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE:

On Wednesday 17th December at 6.30pm. Weather permitting the service will be held outside on the lawn around the Christmas tree. The Llanelli Salvation Army Band will accompany the singing and there will be short message from our Minister. All are welcome to join with us. There will be mince pies and soft drinks, and coffee in the schoolroom following the service.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 27TH NOVEMBER 2008:

Sunday services are at 11am Family worship with Junior church and crèche. 6pm Evening worship. Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

It is with sadness that we heard of the death of Alan Hobday following a long illness. Alan was a much loved member of our church and will be sadly missed by us all. We extend our love and sympathy to Sheila and all the family in their loss.

Betty Davies has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital. Jack Richards has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital.

THANKS:

Thanks to Christine Nicholas who led last Tuesday morning’s service and to Stephen Thomas who led Bible study last week in the Minister’s absence. The Friday youth club who raised £50 for ‘Children in need’. They made cakes and sold Pudsey bear stickers. We were disappointed that despite ’phoning through to the BBC the contribution did not appear! Never mind there’s always next year!

To the ladies who helped with the coffee and refreshments at Candace’s prizegiving held last Wednesday in the chapel.

MINISTER’S CONFERENCE:

Our Minister was at the annual Baptist Minister’s conference at Saundersfoot last week. Main speaker was Martin Robinson who spoke on mission. It was interesting to hear of the new Bible Societies initiative ‘Lyfe’ encouraging small groups to read and discuss the Bible in cafes and other places. It was good to hear from Delyth Davies of the BMS (who is with us in January) and Rev Peter Dewi Richards, president of the English wing of the Baptist Union of Wales and Rev Dr John Weaver President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain.

LOOKING FORWARD:

The sponsored walk held in October has risen over £1000 for the Blind Dogs Association. Friends from the association will be with us on Sunday 7th December to receive the donation cheque. At 7pm on Thursday 11th December a service for the bereaved is being held at Greenfield. The service last year saw many who had lost loved ones come together for a service of remembrance.

This year again we have been asked to host this service and everyone is welcome to come along. On Wednesday 17th December at 6.30pm there will be a community carol service on the lawn around the Christmas tree. The Llanelli Salvation Band will be accompanying the singing and there will be mince pies and coffee served in the schoolroom. If the weather is inclement the service will be held in the chapel.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 20TH NOVEMBER 2008:

GREENFIELD Services for the first Sunday of Advent are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mel Wheeler has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. Audrey Mayler has been in hospital and is now home. Betty Davies has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital and Jack Richards to Glangwili Hospital.

THANKS:
to Mr Spencer Crossman for donating a wheelchair for use in the chapel in memory of Mrs Sylvia Crossman. – Thanks to Mrs Mary Griffiths who read the Remembrance Commendation in our Tuesday morning service. It was good to see so many present and to have joined in an Act of remembrance on the 90th Anniversary of the end of the first World War.

The youth club made made cakes and sold Pudsey stickers and raised £50 for children in need at a fancy dress evening held last Friday.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
Church diaries for 2009 are available at £1 each – Please see Mrs Carol Jones.

The sponsored walk held in October has risen over £1000 for the Blind Dogs Association. Friends from the association will be with us on Sunday 7th December to receive the donation cheque.

On Thursday 4th December the Hywel Girls Choir and Boy singers hold their annual Christmas concert at Greenfield. Please see poster in the vestibule for details. At 7pm on Thursday 11th December a service for the bereaved is being held at Greenfield. The service last year saw many who had lost loved ones come together for a service of remembrance. This year again we have been asked to host this service and everyone is welcome to come along.

On Saturday 13th December the Llanelli Leukaemia committee are holding their Christmas concert in aid of Leukaemia research. Tickets are available from Sandra Davies, Carol Jones and Darryl Benjamin. On Tuesday 16th December following the morning service and coffee the Tuesday morning congregation will be sharing in lunch at the Le Caprice restaurant opposite the chapel. There are a few places available, please given your names to Mr Terry Pike. The cost is £6.

On Wednesday 17th December at 6.30pm there will be a community carol service. The Llanelli Salvation Band will be accompanying the singing and there will be mince pies and coffee served in the schoolroom.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 13th November 2008:

Sunday Services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Gareth Evans, Moderator of the South Wales Baptist Association.

FAMILY NEWS:

Alan Hobday continues to be at Ward 11 Singleton Hospital. Mel Wheeler has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.

SPONSORED WALK:

Carol Jones would be grateful for all the sponsor money to be paid in as soon as possible. We will be presenting the Guide dogs for the blind association with the proceeds of the walk on Sunday 7th December.

Thanks to Rev J Jeffrey Morgan who led Tuesday morning’s service and to Stephen Thomas and Christine Nicholas who led the Bible studies last week.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Pantomime – Thursday evening 29th January, 2009 7pm. Names to Mrs Carol Jones. All children of the church go free of charge. . Our Minister will be attending the Baptist Ministers’ Conference at Saundersfoot from Monday 17th until Wednesday 19th November. Caedcae School hold their annual prize giving at the chapel on Wednesday 19th November. The guest speaker this year will be our Minister.

Nativity Rehearsals begin in the chapel on Thursday evenings at 6pm following the half term holiday. Annual Toy Service – Sunday 7th December at 11am with local scouts and guides. Christmas Service for the bereaved Thursday 11th December at 7pm in the chapel. Community Carol service at Greenfield at 6.30pm on WEDNESDAY 17TH DECEMBER. Around the Christmas tree on the lawn with the Llanelli Salvation Army Band.

Christianity Explored: – A course for those who want to know more about the Christians faith begins in January 2009. Publicity available for family, neighbours and friends with full details on Sunday 30th November.

CHURCH DIARIES:

Church Diaries for 2009 are now available from Mrs Carol Jones at £1 each. Proceeds are for the church building fund.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 30TH OCTOBER 2008:

Sunday services will be led by our Minister. Please note that the morning service on Remembrance Sunday will begin 15 minutes earlier than usual at 10.45 as we share in remembrance concluding with the two minutes silence at 11am.

FAMILY NEWS:

We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs Sylvia Crossman on Friday of last week. We send our love and sympathy to Spencer, Vicky and Carolyn in their loss. Sylvia will be sadly missed by us all and we thank God for her life and great fortitude and strength over many years of illness.

We were also sorry to hear of the death of Mr Byron Darkin at the age of 64 years. Byron as an architect has helped and supported many building projects at Greenfield over the years. Our sympathy to Matthew, Nathan and David in their
loss of a much loved father. The funeral service took place last Friday at the Llanelli and district cemetery.

THANKS

Thanks to BBC Radio Wales and Roy Noble who invited our Minister to give the ‘Wednesday Word’ last week. Thanks to Mr Stephen Thomas and to Mrs Christine Nicholas who led the midweek meetings last week.

Gethin Hughes would like to thank the ‘Open Door’ at Greenfield for arranging an evening to celebrate his 60 years of musical service to the community. Thanks also to the church choir who sang and to the ladies of the ‘Open Door’ who provided the refreshments.

A BIG ‘Thank You’ to Greenfield members and friends for the marvellous support they gave Leukaemia Research during their awareness week. The coffee evening at Greenfield raised £450 and with the other events during the week £1500 was raised. Thank you once again for your continued support. Our next event in this church will be our Christmas Concert on Saturday 13th December. Diolch yn fawr.

Carol Jones – Chairman.

CHURCH DIARIES

Church Diaries for 2009 are now available from Mrs Carol Jones at £1 each. Proceeds are for the church building fund.

LOOKING FORWARD

Nativity Rehearsals begin in the chapel on Thursday evenings at 6pm following the half term holiday. Annual Toy Service – Sunday 7th December at 11am with local scouts and guides. Christmas Service for the bereaved Thursday 11th December at 7pm in the chapel. Community Carol service at Greenfield on Tuesday 16th December. Christianity Explored – a course for those who want to know more about the Christians faith begins in January 2009.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 23rd October 2008:

Services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion. There will be coffee following the evening service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Sylvia Crossman is at Ward 9 at Prince Philip Hospital. Margaret Capron has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital and is now home. Anthony Isaac has been in hospital and is now home. Our warmest congratulations to Marion Stephens who celebrates her 80th birthday this week. Our love and warmest congratulations to Marion on this special birthday.

THANKS:

Thanks to Furnace Junior school who held their Harvest service at Greenfield last Wednesday. The chapel was full with many parents and grandparents who came along to support the children. Thanks for the opportunity our Minister had of speaking in the service and to the school for their generosity in donating the offering to the work of the church.

Thanks To Coedcae school for inviting our Minister to lead Assemblies every morning last week. As usual the pupils and staff were very welcoming and appreciative. Coedcae hold their annual prize giving at Greenfield in November. Our Minister gave the ‘Wednesday Word’ on Roy Noble’s programme on BBC Radio Wales last week.

LOOKING FORWARD:

The annual children’s Hallelujah party will be held on Friday 31st October at 6pm. This is an alternative to Halloween and there will be plenty of fun, games and food.

Pantomime – Thursday evening 29th January, 2009 7pm. Names to Mrs Carol Jones. All children of the church go free of charge. £6 for everyone else.

CHURCH DIARIES:

Church Diaries for 2009 are now available from Mrs Carol Jones at £1 each. roceeds are for the church building fund.

BIBLE STUDY:

It was good to welcome new friends to both Bible studies last week. With an age range from 17 to 90 there’s a warm welcome to everyone of all ages to come along and share in these meetings. On Tuesday we begin at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee at 8.40pm. There’s a guaranteed lift home for everyone. On Wednesday tea and coffee is available from 1pm and we begin at 1.15pm and conclude by 1.50pm. Why not come along you would be very welcome.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 9TH OCTOBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include some drama looking back over the history of Greenfield written by Colin Isaac. Coffee following in the schoolroom.

Gwen Morris is now home from hospital. Sylvia Crossman has been admitted to Ward 7 at Prince Philip HospitalOur warmest Terry & Cheryl Pike have celebrated their Ruby Wedding Anniversary last week. They were married at Park Congregational Church, Llanelli on 5th October 1968 by the late Rev Emrys Davies.

Happy Birthday Lilian Evans, who celebrates her 90th birthday on Saturday 11th October.

LOOKING FORWARD.

The annual children’s Hallelujah party will be held on Friday 31st October at 6pm. This is an alternative to Halloween and there will be plenty of fun, games and food. Pantomime – Thursday evening 29th January, 2009 7pm, Names to Mrs Carol Jones. All children of the church go free of charge. £6 for everyone else.

BIBLE STUDY

It was good to welcome new friends to both Bible studies last week. There’s a warm welcome to everyone to come along and share in these meetings. Please join with us. Our programme of studies for the winter/autumn is available from the vestibule table. Why not come along you would be very welcome. Tuesdays at 7.30pm Wednesday at 1.10pm until 1 50pm. Friends from local shops and offices are very welcome. Bring your packed lunch – tea and coffee provided.

On Tuesday morning we welcomed Mr Peter Jackson as our guest speaker.

SPONSORED WALK:

Over 7people braved the wind and rains for the annual sponsored walk along the coastal park for the Blind dogs association. With lunch back at Greenfield it was a good day of fellowship and friendship.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Sunday 19th October – Morning Communion. The evening service will include some drama written by Mr Colin Isaac looking back over Greenfield’s 150 years. (coffee following evening service)

Thursday 16th October – Furnace Junior school hold their harvest service at Greenfield. Community Carol service at Greenfield on Tuesday 16th December.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD OCTOBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and the morning service will be led by Rev Glyn Morris former Minster of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Swansea. We welcome Rev Jeffrey Morgan, Bethel, Penclawdd to lead our evening worship.

On Tuesday evening we recommenced our Bible Studies following the summer and anniversary break. On Tuesday we begin at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee. We make sure that everyone has a lift home. Please join with us. On Wednesday we meet at 1.10pm and conclude by 1.50pm. Again all are welcome.

On Saturday we look forward to our annual sponsored walk. This year we support the Guide dogs for the blind. Please meet at the Millennium centre at the North Dock car park at 10am. Lunch to follow at Greenfield. It’s not too late to join us – Have a word with Carol, she would be delighted to give you a sponsor form.

FAMILY NEWS:

Gwen Morris continues to be at Mynyddmawr. Alan Hancock has received surgery at Glangwili Hospital. Christine John has been in hospital and is now home though likely to return for further treatment this week.

Congratulations to Terry & Cherly Pike on their 40th Wedding Anniversary.

LOOKING FORWARD:

The annual children’s Hallelujah party will be held on Friday 31st October at 6pm. This is an alternative to Halloween and there will be plenty of fun, games and food.

Pantomime – Thursday evening 29th January, 2009 7pm, Names to Mrs Carol Jones. All children of the church go free of charge. £6 for everyone else.

150th ANNIVERSARY PLATES AND MUGS:

Those who have ordered plates and mugs are invited to collect them from the schoolroom following the services today. If anyone would like to place orders for these items then please fill in the form in the vestibule and place in the box by next Sunday at the latest. This also applies to the DVD of the services and ‘Cambrensis’ Celebration. The DVD can be ordered by filling in the form and placing in the box in the vestibule. The cost of the DVD is £10.

THANKS:

The Minister would like to thank everyone who came along to the historical talk held in the chapel last Tuesday. It was a pleasant surprise to see over 80 present and to share in fellowship in the schoolroom later. Thanks to Darryl for being at the projector controls and to Maggie for the tea and coffee.

Thanks to everyone who kindly donated flowers and other items for the Harvest table today. Thanks also to the ladies who decorated the chapel.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 2ND OCTOBER 2008.

Sunday service are at the usual times and will be led by Greenfield’s Minister. The evening service will include communion and there will be coffee following in the schoolroom.

Bible Study has re-commenced and everyone is welcome to this time of Bible study. We begin at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee. There is also lunch time Bible study on Wednesdays at 1.10pm until 1.50. Friends from local shops and offices are more than welcome to join with us. Bring your packed lunch and we will provide the coffee and tea! For more information please contact Llanelli 741127.

FAMILY NEWS

Gwen Morris continues to be at Mynyddmawr. Alan Hancock has received surgery at Glangwili Hospital. Christine John has been in hospital and is now home. Congratulations to Bethan Jones and Andrew Carter on their engagement to be married.

LOOKING FORWARD.

Our Annual Sponsored Walk will be held on Saturday at 10 am along the Llanelli Coastal Park. This year we support the Blind Dogs Association.

The annual children’s Hallelujah party will be held this year on Friday 31st October at 6pm in the schoolroom. All children are welcome. Fancy dress optional, food, disco and plenty of fun as an alternative to Halloween.

Pantomime – Thursday evening 29th January, 2009 7pm, Names to Mrs Carol Jones. All children of the church go free of charge. £6 for everyone else.

THANKS

For the offering taken for the London City Mission last Tuesday morning. There will be a further opportunity to give to the Mission this Tuesday. Thanks to the ‘Open Door’ fellowship who welcomed our Minster to speak at their opening session last Wednesday.

We send our warmest greetings and congratulations to Rev Eifion Roberts and the members of Trinity Church, New Dock Road on their 150th Anniversary celebrations last weekend. Both Trinity and Greenfield were opened in the summer of 1858.

150th ANNIVERSARY BIBLES

Bibles were presented to all the children and young people present last Sunday morning. Bibles are also available to any of our children and young people who were not present. Please see Junior church and Sunday school leaders or have a word with our Minister.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 18TH SEPTEMBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be our Harvest thanksgiving services. The morning service will be ‘All age’ family worship and the church choir will contribute to the evening service. There will be coffee following the evening service. This year we support the BMS agricultural Mission in Asia whose harvest has been devastated by floods. Special offering envelopes will be available on the day.

We welcomed Terry Allen from the London City Mission to our Tuesday morning service. Offering will be takne for the Mission over the nest two Tuesdays.

Thanks to all who supported the Leukaemia coffee evening in the schoolroom on Wednesday at 7pm. Over £400 was raised for this very worthy cause. The ‘Youth club’ recommenced following the summer break last Friday at 7.30pm.

FAMILY NEWS

Gwen Morris continues to be at Mynyddmawr. Alan Hancock is being admitted to Glangwili Hospital tomorrow for surgery. Alan Hobday is home from hospital and is now undergoing treatment at Singleton Hospital. Tim Day is also home from hospital and is continuing to receive treatment. Our thoughts and prayers are with these dear friends.

LOOKING FORWARD.

Our Annual Sponsored Walk will be held on Saturday 4th October at 10 am along the Llanelli Coastal Park. Sponsor forms are available from Mrs. Carol Jones and his year we support the Blind Dogs Association. Please join with us everyone is welcome and there’s lunch following at Greenfield. Forms available from Llanelli 741127.

150th ANNIVERSARY PLATES AND MUGS.

Those who have ordered plates and mugs are invited to collect them from the schoolroom. There has been further requestsd for both plates and mugs and another order will now be placed. Anyone who would like to place orders for these items then please fill in the form in the vestibule and place in the box by next Sunday at the latest. This also applies to the DVD of the 150th Anniversary services and ‘Cambrensis’ Celebration.

For those who have not placed order copies of the DVD can be ordered by filling in the form and placing in the box in the vestibule. The cost of the DVD is £10. Cassette tapes of the two ‘Celebration’ Radio Wales Broadcasts will be available next Sunday. £1 each for Home Mission. Both recordings have now been broadcast. Thanks also to Roy Noble for inviting our Minister to give the 'Wednesday Word' on his afternoon programme a few weeks ago.

The 150th Anniversary Exhibition was viewed by over 300 people over the Anniversary weekend. Over 200 photographs from the early days of the church up to the present day were exhibited. Thanks to those who lent photographs which were copied, and displayed in the exhibition.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY.

We begin our new session of Bible study on Tuesday 30th September at 7.30pm and Wednesday 1st October at 1.10pm. Everyone is welcome to join with us. The Tuesday meeting begins at 7.30pm and concludes with coffee and biscuits at approx. 8.45pm. There’s a guaranteed lift home for everyone. On Wednesday we follow the same study and this meeting begins at 1.10pm and concludes at 1.55pm.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH SEPTEMBER 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times of 11am and 6pm led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS

Gwen Morris continues to be at Mynyddmawr hospital.

150TH ANNIVERSARY.

We had the joy and privilege of welcoming many friends and visitors to the meetings and services which marked the 150th Anniversary of the church. We began the celebrations in July with a visit to the ruins of the first Baptist church in Wales at Ilston on the Gower. An early Morning Prayer meeting was held on Friday 1st August to coincide with the first meeting held in the chapel. Last weekend we welcomed the Cambrensis choir from Cardiff along with John Thomas and Eirlys Davies for a celebration of Christian praise and worship. It was good to see the chapel full for this celebration which will be long remembered.

On Sunday morning we welcomed friends from our sister churches for an united Communion service when our guest preacher was Rev Dr John Weaver, President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain. It was good to worship together and we are grateful to those churches who joined with us. It was also good to welcome Rev Alan Jones of Adulam and Pastor Bernard Haynes of Emmanuel who took part in the service.

During the week over 300 people visited the flower festival held in the chapel and the historical exhibition in the schoolroom. A church members tea was held at the Stradey Park Hotel with members and friends old and new shared together in fellowship. All the children and young people of the church were presented with Bibles to commemorate the anniversary.

HISTORICAL MEETING

Our Minister recently gave a talk on the history of Zion and the Baptists of Llanelli to the local historical society. The talk will be given again at Greenfield on Tuesday next at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome.

HARVEST SERVICES.

Our harvest services will be held on Sunday 28th September. The morning service will be an ‘All age’ family service and the choir will sing in the evening service. Both services will be led by Rev David Jones.

SPONSORED WALK

Our annual sponsored walk with be held on Saturday 4th October at 10 am on the Millennium Coastal park. This year in aid of the Guide Dogs for the blind Association. Sponsor forms are available to anyone who would like to join with us. Please ‘phone Llanelli 741127 for a sponsor form.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 4TH SEPTEMBER 2008:

150th Church Anniversary: Saturday 7pm ‘Celebration’ with the ‘Cambrensis Choir’ John Thomas baritone and Eirlys Davies, Soprano. Tickets £3 from ‘Llyfrau’r Ddraig’ in the Arcade. In aid of Child care Romania.

Sunday 11am:

United Communion Service. 6pm Evening worship Rev Dr John Weaver will be the guest preacher. Services led by Rev David Jones.

Flower festival opening service Thursday (today) at 11am. Festival open Thursday – Friday 11am until 6pm. Saturday 10am until 2.30pm. Admission free.

Coffee served in the schoolroom where there is also a display on the history of Greenfield.

FAMILY NEWS:

Gwen Morris is at Mynyddmawr Hospital.. Alan Hobday has been admitted to Cleddau ward at Glangwili. Congratulations to Jean James who celebrated her 60th birthday last week, Elaine Reynolds , celebrates her 50th birthday on 27th August. Welcome to Joseph born on Wednesday of last week.

Another lovely grandson for Ann and Noel – Vaughan Jones and cousin for Harri.

Our best wishes to Malcolm Palfreman who has recently moved from Llanelli to Gorseinon. Malcolm has served the church well and faithfully as a past deacon and also as organist and choirmaster for nine years. We will always be grateful for the service that Malcolm and his late wife Marilyn gave to the church for the years they were with us.

LLYS CAEGLAS:

A double flat has become available to rent at Llys Caeglas the flat complex next door to the chapel. Anyone interested is invited to contact Mrs Ann Evans on Llanelli 776432.

FLOWER FESTIVAL:

Thanks to those members and friends who have volunteered to steward during the Flower Festival. Please consider giving some time to help during the week. We need coverage for the three days and any help would be greatly appreciated. Please fill in the form in the newsletter today.

The Flower Festival will be held from Thursday 4th September until Saturday 6th September. Thursday, Friday from 11am until 6pm. Saturday from 11am until 3pm. The theme of the festival will be ‘The church’. The floral art society has planned a comprehensive and colourful festival. At 11am on Thursday 4th there will be a service in the chapel to open the festival.

LOOKING FORWARD. –

Tuesday 16th September: 10.30am Moring worship with the London City Mission.

Wednesday 17th September: Leukemia Awareness Week. Coffee evening at Greenfield in aid of Leukemia research, coffee, refreshments, stalls and entertainment. Tickets £3 from Carol, Sandra or Darryl.

Harvest Services this year will be held on Sunday 28th September. This is also ‘Back to church’ Sunday, a national initiative by all churches to encourage church attendance. As usual there will be an offering for the Agricultural work of the BMS in Africa.

Our annual Sponsored Walk will be held on Saturday 4th October. This year we support the Blind dogs association. Sponsor forms are available from Carol. A brisk 5 mile walk along the coastal Path and lunch at Greenfield. All are welcome please phone Llanelli 741127 for a sponsor form to support this every worthy cause.–

GREENFIELD NEWS - 21ST AUGUST 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times of 11am and 6pm and will be led by our Minister. Thursday 11am Service to open the Greenfield Flower festival’ All are welcome.

FLOWER FESTIVAL:

The chapel will be open between 11am and 6pm from Thursday 4th September until Saturday 6th September - (Saturday until 3pm) Admission is free and tea and coffee will be served in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS:

Connie Rees continues to be at Ward 9. Gwen Morris is at Mynyddmawr Hospital.. Nicholas Benjamin who has been awarded his B Tech in Management studies and stage design. Nick leaves for college in London in September and we wish him well. (Please let David know of any other of our young people who have had exam results)

THANKS To BBC Wales and Roy Noble for inviting our Minister to give the ‘Wednesday Word’ during Roy’s afternoon programme on Wednesday of last week

LOOKING FORWARD:
Please ensure that you purchase the tickets for the ‘Celebration’ with the Cambrensis choir on Saturday 6th September at 7pm. An evening of music and praise to mark our Anniversary. This is an evening not to be missed. Tickets are available from Llyfrau’r Ddraig in the Arcade or from Llanelli 741127. Tickets are £3 for child relief work in Romania.

LLYS CAEGLAS:

A double flat has become available to rent at Llys Caeglas the flat complex next door to the chapel. Anyone interested is invited to contact Mrs Ann Evans on Llanelli 776432.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Harvest Services this year will be held on Sunday 28th September. This is also ‘Back to church’ Sunday, a national initiative by all churches to encourage church attendance. As usual there will be an offering for the Agricultural work of the BMS in Africa. Our annual Sponsored Walk will be held on Saturday 4th October. This year we support the Blind dogs association. Sponsor forms are available from Carol. A brisk 5 mile walk along the coastal Path and lunch at Greenfield. – How can you resist?

GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH AUGUST 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and details are in the worship column.

This Sunday we warmly welcome Rev Lyndon Evans to lead our morning service. Lyndon spent part of his training with us and has ministered at Castle Street Baptist Church in London and has also spent some time in Korea.

The evening service will be led by Mr Colin Isaac.

FAMILY NEWS:

Connie Rees continues to be at Ward 9. Joan Hancock is now home from hospital. Alan Hancock is also home from hospital.

150th Anniversary.

We look forward to our 150th Anniversary celebrations. The 'Celebration' with the Cambrensis choir and soloists John Thomas and Eirlys Davies will be an evening of Christian music both traditional and modern. An evening not to be missed which will be held on Saturday 6th September at 7pm. Tickets are available from Llyfrau'r Ddraig' in the Arcade or from Llanelli 741127. Please ring and the tickets will be sent to you. All the proceeds of the evening are or child care in Romania. The flower festival will be held from Thursday 4th September until Saturday 6th September. the chapel will be open from 11am until 6pm, with tea and coffee serviced. Admission ins free and there's a very warm welcome. We are grateful to the Llanelli Floral Art Society for their willingness to arrange this festival.

On Sunday 7th September at 11am our guest Preacher will be Rev Dr John Weaver, President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain. We will be welcoming members and friends from all the local Baptist Churches to join with us in this service which will include Communion led by our Minister. All are welcome to join with us in this service of worship and thanksgiving for the 150 years of worship and witness in Llanelli.

DVD -

The 150th Anniversary DVD will have excerpts from all the services and events of the 150th Anniversary. This will include the Saturday evening ‘Celebration’ and Sunday services with interviews by church members as they remember the years that have gone by. There will also be included a history of the last 50 years with photographs, video clips of services. All this for just £10. The DVD will be available in November and would make a wonderful Christmas gift for family and friends.

Please fill in a form and place in the box in the vestibule of phone Llanelli 741127 to order a copy.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 7th August 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times of 11am and 6pm and will be led by the Minister. The Morning service will include Communion. Tuesday morning worship continues all through the month of August at 10.30am.

FAMILY NEWS:

It was good to welcome holidaymakers to our services last Sunday morning. Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9. Gwen Morris has moved from Glangwili to Mynyddmawr Hospital.. Joan Hancock is now home from hospital. Alan Hancock has been re-admitted
to Glangwilli Hospital.

Congratulations to Alan and Angela Davies on their 25th Wedding Anniversary last week. Our best wishes to Susan George on her recent retirement form the staff of Morfa Junior School.

150th Anniversary:

The tickets for the Saturday Celebration on 6th September at 7pm with the ‘Cambrensis Choir’ and other guests are now available
rom Carol and ‘Llyfrau’r Ddraig’ in the Arcade at £3. Please join with us for this evening of praise and celebration. The Cambrensis choir was formed in 1985 with Kelvin Thomas as the Music Director and fifty or so singers from churches in South Wales.

The choir has travelled extensively - its first trip overseas was to sing at the Baptist World Congress in Los Angeles in 1985. Since then they have sung throughout England and Wales and taken part in Baptist World and European events in Glasgow and Budapest. They have toured in France, Germany, Austria and Holland and visited the Southern U.S. in 1993. They will be joined by local baritone and National Eisteddfod winner John Thomas and soprano Eirlys Davies from Five Roads who is at the Welsh college of Music and drama at Cardiff. An evening not to be missed which will also include congregational hymns and songs.

Tickets are £3 and are available from church members or from Llyfrau’r Ddraig inthe Arcade or by calling Llanelli 741127. All proceeds are for child relief work in Romania.

Last Friday at 7am a large congregation gathered in the chapel for a service of prayer and thanksgiving. This meeting was on the same date and time that the first service was held in Greenfield on 1st August 1858. The meeting is 1858 was led by Rev William Hughes Minister of Bethel and 150 year later by Rev David Jones who was, before entering the Ministry a deacon at Bethel. This was a very special service and included the first hymn sung and also a time of open prayer and worship. The congregation then had breakfast together in the schoolroom.

GREENFIELD News - 31st July 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Tuesday morning worship continues all through the summer.

FAMILY NEWS :
Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9. Gwen Morris has moved from Glangwili to Mynyddmawr Hospital.. Joan Hancock is now home from Alan Hancock is also home from hospital. Our love and best wishes to Alan.

Thelma Williams from the ‘Haven’ has been admitted to Philip Hospital. Congratulations to Angharad and James on the birth of a lovely baby daughter Erin and to grandparents Robert and Janet and great-grandmother Mrs Ira Davies.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY:
We met for the last time before the summer break on Tuesday. The Bible studies will recommence in September. The Tuesday morning service continues all through the summer months. Please join with us everyone is welcome to the half hour service in the chapel which is followed by coffee in the schoolroom.

150th Anniversary:
The tickets for the Saturday Celebration with the ‘Cambrensis Choir’ and are now available from Carol and Llyfrau’r Ddraig in the Arcade at £3. If you would like tickets to sell to family and friends please have a word with Carol. This will be an evening of praise and worship with the choir, soloists John Thomas, Baritone and Eirlys Davies Soprano and hymns old and new on Saturday 6th September at 7pm.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 31st July 2008

Friday 7am Prayer meeting in the chapel. Sunday services are at the usual times. Evening worship includes Communion.

FRIDAY PRAYER MEETING:

The first service to be held at Greenfield was on Sunday 1st August 1858 at 7am was a prayer meeting. A service of public worship was held later on that day. This Friday (1st August), 150 years to the day and time we will also have a prayer meeting to give thanks for the last 150 years of worship and witness. This will be followed by breakfast in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS – Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9. Gwen Morris has moved from Glangwili to Mynyddmawr Hospital Joan Hancock has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital and is now home. Alan Hancock has also been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. Well done to our young people who took part in the musical ‘Bugsy Malone’ at Theatre Elli last week. One of the leads on the Saturday afternoon performance was taken by Ceri Benjamin. Ann Benjamin was the musical director for the show.

Best wishes to Mr. Harvey Jones, headmaster of Coedcae school who retired at the end of this last term. There has been a close association between Greenfield and Coedcae over the 16 years of Mr. Jones’ headship. Our Minister has led assemblies every term and Coedcae’s annual prize giving service has been held annually at Greenfield.

150th DVD:

There is a video tape which seems to have become lost of a ‘Sport people’s service’ held at Greenfield in the 1970’s. We would like to include excerpts from the tape in the 150th Anniversary DVD. If anyone has any information or has the tape please contact Rev David Jones as soon as possible. 150th Anniversary The tickets for the Saturday Celebration with the ‘Cambrensis Choir’ and other guests are now available from Carol and Siop Y Werin in the Arcade at £3. This will be an evening of praise and worship with the choir, soloists and hymns old and new on Saturday 6th September at 7pm. An evening of celebration and praise. Proceeds for Mission Romania - children’s orphanage. 

GREENFIELD NEWS - 17TH JULY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Geoffrey Tyson, former Minister of Bethany Baptist Church, Rhiwbina, Cardiff.

FAMILY NEWS:
Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9. Gwen Morris has moved from Glangwili to Mynyddmawr Hospital.. Eileen Kemp is now home from hospital . Joan Hancock has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital, We were sorry to hear of the death of Glenys John following a long illness. Mrs John was one of our oldest members having been baptised on 20th February 1944.

VISIT TO ILSTON:
The Tuesday morning congregation travelled to the Ilston memorial at Parkmill in the Gower. The weather was fine and over 60 gathered at the ruins of the first Baptist church at Trinity Well in the Ilston valley for a service of praise and thanksgiving. It was at Ilston that the early dissenters met for worship and under John Myles established the church in 1649. A church that was to become the mother church of all the Baptist churches in the Llanelli area. In our 150th year we appreciated this wonderful opportunity of remembering and giving thanks for the roots from which we have come. Following the service we travelled to the Oxwich Bay hotel for lunch before returning to Llanelli.

SUMMER CELEBRATION:
Last week Greenfield was filled for a week of celebration and praise arranged by Nations. Over 250 mainly young people together with visitors from other countries and many parts of the UK met for this week of teaching, worship and praise. It was good to welcome many of the visitors to our service on Sunday morning and to sing some of the hymns of the Welsh revival in English and Welsh. We are grateful to those from Greenfield who stewarded the meetings. Thanks to Russ Blandford, Mandy Howells, Beth Bonnell, Terry and Cheryl Pike, Mike Wooller, Andrew Pike, Elaine Reynolds, Dorren Harris, Pat Bevan, Jill Lewis who all took their turns during the week. Thanks also to Susan Wooller, and Calvin and Jean James for their help and co-operation.

150th ANNIVERSARY:
The tickets for the Saturday Celebration with the ‘Cambrensis Choir’ and other guests are now available from Carol at £3. This will be an evening of praise and worship with the choir, soloists and hymns old and new on Saturday 6th September at 7pm.

WEEKDAYS:
Both youth groups, ‘Open Door’ and Bible studies are not meeting during August. The Tuesday morning service continues all through the summer. Please join us for our Sunday service and Tuesday morning worship.
 

Greenfield News - 10th July 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev David Jones. Morning worship will include Communion. 8am BBC Radio Wales ‘Celebration’ service

FAMILY NEWS:

Gwen Morris has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. Glenys John and Connie Rees continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Welcome to Gwyneth and Tony Thomas and Philip Jones into membership of the church.

CELEBRATION:

Thanks to everyone who attended the recording of two ‘Celebration’ services for BBC Wales. The first broadcast will be transmitted this Sunday at 8am, the second on Sunday 6th September.

TREASURE HUNT:

The youth club treasure hunt was well supported and, despite the bad weather everyone had a good time. There were refreshments back at Greenfield, thanks to Colin Isaac for arranging the evening . Both youth groups and the ’Open Door’ are now closed until September.

150th CHURCH ANNIVERSARY:

Friday 1st August 2008 at 7am -Prayer meeting in the chapel followed by breakfast in the schoolroom. (on Sunday 1st August 1858 at 7am a prayer meeting was held in the newly built chapel prior to the first service of worship)

Thursday 4th September 11am- Opening Service of the 150th Anniversary Flower festival in the chapel. The chapel will be open every day Thursday – Saturday from 11am – 6pm. There will also be an historical exhibition in the schoolroom. Admission free. Coffee/tea will also be served. Saturday

6th September 7pm Anniversary ‘Celebration’ with the Cambrensis choir. Admission £3. (Proceeds of the celebration are for a Romanian Orphanage)

SUNDAY 7th SEPTEMBER:
11am United Communion Service to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the church. We welcome all the local Baptist churches and other friends to join with us for our morning service. Guest Preacher. Rev Dr John Weaver. President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain. 6pm Evening Worship with Rev Dr John Weaver.

Saturday 13th September. Fun barbeque with entertainment for the children and young people of the church at Llangennech Scouts Hall.

Sunday 14th September: 11am ‘All age’ worship (the children and young people will be presented with Bibles to commemorate the 150th Anniversary). 6pm Evening praise and worship with Communion.

COMMEMORATIVE PLATES & MUGS & DVD:

A bone china Commemorative Plate and mug are being produced and will be available in September to commemorate the Anniversary. There will also be a DVD with highlights of all the services and events of the Anniversary together with a visual history of the last 50 years in the life of the church. This DVD will be available later in the year. For more information please ring Llanelli 741127.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD JULY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Following the evening service a week of celebration begins which has been arranged by ‘Nations’

FAMILY NEWS:

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9. Neville Jones has been in hospital and is now home.

NATIONS CELEBRATION:

‘Nations’ are having use of the chapel for an international celebration from 7.30pm Sunday 13th July until Friday 18th July. Already over 200 have registered for the celebration, the first week of which will be based at Greenfield. There will be visitors from Korea and America as well as from the UK. We look forward to welcoming many visitors to Llanelli and to Greenfield.

150th Anniversary:

Next Sunday the programme of services and events to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the church will be published. God willing we look forward to special service which will give us the opportunity of giving thanks for the witness and work of Greenfield. There will be an evening of celebration and praise on Saturday 6th September with the ‘Cambrensis’ choir. There will be special prayer meetings, the President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain - Rev Dr John Weaver will be our guest preacher on Sunday September 7th. The Llanelli Floral Art Society are kindly arranging a flower festival from Thursday 4th September until Saturday 6th. All information of these and other services and events will in the Newsletter next week.

VISIT TO ILSTON:

If anyone would like to join the Tuesday congregation for a visit to the Ilston Memorial on Tuesday 15th July, please give your names to Mrs Joan Hancock. The coach is full but anyone wishing to come along in cars is very welcome. We meet at Ilston (Parkmill) memorial at 11.30am for a service and then on to the Oxwich Bay Hotel for lunch at 12.45pm. The cost is £6. Please give your names to Mrs Hancock as soon as possible.

TUESDAY NEWS:

Thanks for the offering for SASRA which amounted to £100. The cakes stall held last Tuesday also raised £100 for the Llanelli Hydrotherapy pool appeal. It has been good to welcome new friends to the services and fellowship in the last few weeks. Please join with us every Tuesday at 10.30am in the chapel followed by coffee. Every month there is a cakes stall for local causes.

BROADCAST:

Thanks to everyone who took part in the ‘Celebration’ recording for BBC Wales. The services recorded will be transmitted on Sunday 20th July and Sunday 7th September.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 26TH JUNE 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Believer’s Baptism in the morning and communion in the evening service. There will be coffee following the evening service.

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 9.

Friday 4th July 7pm. Please meet in the schoolroom. Why not make up a team and come along? Everyone of all ages are more than welcome !. Thanks to Colin Isaac for arranging this for us. Refreshments on return to Greenfield.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE.:

We look forward to a service of believer’s baptism during this Sunday’s morning service. Those baptised will be received into membership of the church during the evening communion service.

We are recording two services for BBC Wales ‘Celebration’ tonight (Thursday) at 6.30pm which is transmitted every Sunday morning to over 70,000 listeners in Wales and beyond.
NATIONS CELEBRATION - ‘Nations’ are having use of the chapel for an international celebration from 7.30pm Sunday 13th July until Friday 18th July. We need to provide stewards for the week. It you can help please have a word with Mrs Susan Wooller who is preparing a rota for the week. Please have a word with Sue if you can help. Thanks in anticipation.

THANKS To John Soale for further sales of plants last Tuesday. The total raised for the building fund is now £305. Our sincere thanks to John.

VISIT TO ILSTON:

If anyone would like to join the Tuesday congregation for a visit to the Ilston Memorial on Tuesday 15th July, please give your names to Mrs Joan Hancock. The coach is full but anyone wishing to come along in cars is very welcome. We meet at Ilston (Parkmill) memorial at 11am for a service and then on to the Oxwich Bay Hotel for lunch at 12.30pm. The cost is £6. Please give your names to Mrs Hancock as soon as possible

SARSA :

Last Tuesday morning we welcomed Nick Wilson and Matthew Glass, two representative from SARSA and heard about the mission of SARSA among members of the armed forces.


GREENFIELD NEWS - 19TH JUNE 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Dr Eifion Evans.

TUESDAY WORSHIP:

It was good to welcome Peter Jackson to our Tuesday morning service. Peter led us through his music and the word and we are very grateful to him. Last Tuesday we welcomed Derek Fisk and Nick Wilson and Matthew Glass of SASRA who evangelise and share the Gospel in the armed forces. Please join with us on Tuesday mornings. The service is at 10.30am lasts half an hour and is followed by coffee. On 15th July we have a trip to Ilston on the Gower where the first Baptist church in Wales was settled in the seventeenth century. The ruins are now a monument where we will be holding a short service before going on for lunch at the Oxwich Bay hotel. The coach will leave Greenfield at 10am.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Noel Vaughan - Jones our church secretary has had surgery at Prince Philip Hospital and is now home. Connie Rees continue to be at Ward 4.

TREASURE HUNT:

Friday 4th July 7pm. Please meet in the schoolroom. Why not make up a team and come along? Everyone of all ages are more than welcome !. Thanks to Mr Colin Isaac for arranging this for us. Refreshments on return to Greenfield.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

We look forward to a service of believer’s baptism during the Sunday morning service on 6th July. Our Minister warmly invites any friends who may feel led to be baptised to speak with him at any time. Those baptised will be welcomed into membership of the church during the evening Communion service.

BBC CELEBRATION:

We are recording two services for BBC Wales ‘Celebration’ which is transmitted every Sunday morning to over 70,000 listeners in Wales and beyond. The recording will take place on Thursday 3rd July beginning at 6.30pm. There will be a rehearsal of the hymns following the Sunday evening service on 22 June.

NATIONS CELEBRATION:

‘Nations’ are having use of the chapel for an international celebration from 7.30pm Sunday 13th July until Friday 18th July. There will be visitors mainly from Korea and other parts of the world who are coming to Llanelli for a week of praise and worship. We need to provide stewards for the week. It you can help please have a word with Mrs Susan Wooller who is preparing a rota for the week. The times are 10am until 1pm every morning and 7.30pm until 10pm every evening.

150th ANNIVERSARY:

The programme and services and events will be published on Sunday 6th July.





GREENFIELD NEWS - 12TH JUNE 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.
We welcome Steve Dyer of the South Wales Baptist College who is spending some time with David and the church as part of his Ministerial training.

FAMILY NEWS:
Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Nancy Vaughan is now home from hospital. Ellen Nelson one of our faithful young people has been in hospital at Glangwili and is now home. Noel Vaughan Jones our church secretary is at Prince Philip. We continue to remember Alec who was taken hostage in Iraq a year ago last week.
Alec and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE.

We look forward to a service of believer’s baptism during the Sunday morning service of 6th July. Our Minister warmly invites any friends who may feel led to be baptised to speak with him at any time.

BBC CELEBRATION

We are recording two services for BBC Wales ‘Celebration’ which is transmitted every Sunday morning to over 70,000 listeners in Wales and beyond. The recording will take place on Tuesday evening 24th June beginning at 6.30pm. <br>

SPREE WALES:

11th - 13th July Millenium Fields for all 8-15 year olds - We are planning to camp at the millenium fields for this event. The cost will be £25 per child including food. We need people to help over the weekend - some to camp with the youngsters and others to come and help with the catering etc during the days. They are also looking for young people (16+) and adults to come and help with the event itself If you are able to help or want to know more please let Sarah Ellum know 772298 as we need to have CRB checks for all those camping overnight. Meeting on Wednesday 4th June 7pm for any one interested in helping in any way. The webpage is www.spreewales.com.

CHURCH CHOIR :

New members are always welcome. We have a need for all parts. Please have a word with Andrew or come along to the practice on Thursday evenings. Please come along and add to the praise and share in the fellowship. Mrs Joan Wheeler would like to thank everyone from the church for their prayers and good wishes during and after her stay in hospital. Thank you all so much.

SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNIVERSARY:

We are grateful to Mrs Jill Lewis and the teacher of the afternoon Sunday school for last Sunday’s Anniversary. The theme of the service was this year's 150th Anniversary. Our thanks to Juill Lewis and all the teachrs of the aftenoon Sunday school.
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
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Our Minister will officiate every Sunday this month with the exception of 29th June when our guest Minister will be Rev Dr Eifion Evans and 27th July when when our guest Minister will be Rev Geoff Tyson of Bridgend.
BAPTIST TIMES – Read about ‘Back to the church Sunday’ Free copies of the Baptist Times are available today.






GREENFIELD NEWS: 5TH JUNE 2008.

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be the annual Sunday school Anniversary when the children of the afternoon Sunday school will be taking part. Evening worship will be led by our Minister

FAMILY NEWS

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Malcolm Palfreman has had cataract surgery this week. Glen Davies has also had surgery this week.

BMS BURMAH APPEAL:

Thanks for the special offering received amounted to £700..
The following Update has been received from the Baptist Missionary Society. - Nineteen days after the destruction caused by Cyclone Nagris, a key BMS partner inside Burma has highlighted continuing vast needs. Together we urgently need to supply basic necessities such as candles, soap and medical support, along with generators for ten communities and plastic roofing for 1,000 families. In Dallah, we need to help nearly 2,000 people taking shelter inside 25 orphanages and churches, as well as 700 homeless people living around these buildings. In the longer term, we hope to help 600 families rebuild their homes, through the provision of bamboo poles and walls, tin roofs and wooden floors. Using immediate finance provided by BMS along with other agencies, our partner has already distributed non-perishable food and supplies such as mosquito nets and rehydration packages. This was achieved within a few days of the disaster – and long before many external aid agencies were granted permission to enter the country. By working with on-the-ground partners, we can get essential aid directly to people in great need. We’re continuing to explore new ways in which we can assist the relief effort.

BIBLES FOR INDIA:

Rev David Jones and all at Greenfield church. Thank you for your generous response for Bible for India. We were able to take 115 Bibles, 56 of which came from Greenfield to the Wesley Owen
BAPTISMAL SERVICE:

We look forward to a service of believer’s baptism during the Sunday morning service of 6th July. Our Minister warmly invites any friends who may feel led to be baptised to speak with him at any time.

BBC CELEBRATION:

We are recording two services for BBC Wales ‘Celebration’ which is transmitted every Sunday morning to over 70,000 listeners in Wales and beyond. The recording will take place on Tuesday evening 24th June beginning at 6.30pm. . The services will broadcast on Sunday 20th July and on the Sunday morning of our 150th Anniversary 7th September. There will be a rehearsal of the hymns on Thursday 19th June at 7pm.

SPREE WALES:

11th - 13th July Millenium Fields for all 8-15 year olds - We are planning to camp at the millenium fields for this event. The cost will be £25 per child including food. We need people to help over the weekend - some to camp with the youngsters and others to come and help with the catering etc during the days. They are also looking for young people (16+) and adults to come and help with the event . Meeting on Wednesday 4th June 7pm for any one interested in helping in any way. The webpage is http://www.spreewales.com/


GREENFIELD NEWS - 16TH MAY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include communion. There will be no Wednesday Bible study or youth meetings this holiday week. We meet as usual for the Tuesday morning service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Nancy Vaughan has been transferred to Ward 9 at Prince Philip Hospital. Joan Wheeler is at Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen. Congratulations to Adam Green and Samantha Williams who were married in the chapel last Friday.

BIBLES FOR INDIA:

Thanks for the Bibles already donated. If you have a spare Bible or Bibles at home then please bring them for forwarding to India where there is a great need and desire for the Word of God.

BUGSY MALONE:

Five of the children of the church will be taking part in a production of Bugsy Malone at Theatre Elli in July. They are Sophie Davies, Daniel & Tim Thomas, Shaun Myners & Ceri Benjamin. There will be 3 performances Friday 18th July at 7:30 pm & Saturday 19th July at 2:30 pm & 7:30 pm. Tickets are £7.50 & concessions are £7. There is also a family ticket available for the Saturday 2:30 performance for £25 which covers 2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children. Come and join in the fun & antics of the gangsters they are portraying. It will also take you back to the time when you were youngsters & would have loved to have had the chance to play with splurge guns! At the 2:30 pm performance on Saturday Ceri will be playing the principle female role so please come & support these children.

TUESDAY MORNING:

It has been good to welcome new friends to our Tuesday morning service. This service is held every Tuesday morning in the chapel and is followed by coffee. On the first Tuesday of every month there is a cake and other stalls for local and national causes. Last Tuesday £100 was raised for Leukaemia research. Everyone is welcome.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 10TH MAY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Marc Owen of the Baptist Union of Wales.

Glenys John is at Prince Philip Hospital. Elvira Clarke is now at Ty Mair. Nancy Vaughan has been admitted to Ward 3 at Prince Philip. Alan Hancock is now home from hospital.

IN SYMPATHY:

Mrs. Hilary Martin died at Singleton Hospital on 25th April. We sympathise with her husband Gary, and children Daniel, Jonathan, and Anna. We also remember Hilary`s father Mr. George Williams and brother Craig. The funeral service was held at Greenfield last Tuesday at followed by interment at St. Michael's and All Angels church Dafen.

BIBLES FOR INDIA:

Thanks for the Bibles already donated. If you have a spare Bible or Bibles at home then please bring them for forwarding to India where there is a great need and desire for the Word of God.

OPEN DOOR FELLOWSHIP:

The Open Door are holding a Tea Party in aid of `Home Start` on Wednesday 14th May at 2.30pm. All are welcome and there will be creche facilities for children. Donations for the work of Home Start will be gratefully received by Mrs. Christian Nicholas or Mrs. Ann Edwards

THANKS:

The Christian Aid coffee morning held last Saturday raised £340. Thanks to everyone who gave cakes, helped on the stalls and served the coffee. Christian Aid week this year begins of 11th May. If you can help with the house to house collections please have a word with Mrs. Carol Jones. Thanks to Mike and Susan Wooller who arranged for the local scouts to attend the morning service last Sunday. We had a joyous service together in the company of these young people.

CELEBRATION SUMMER:

The Nations Trust are arranging a fortnight of worship, teaching and prayer this summer from 13th July until 4th August. Following on from the celebration held at the Millennium Park last summer, it is hoped that there will be many visitors from Korea and other countries coming again to Llanelli. The opening week from 7.30pm Sunday 13th July until Friday 18th will be held at Greenfield. Meetings being held every morning and evening during the week. More information is available from the leaflets in the vestibule.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 1ST MAY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS

Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Glenys John is at Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital. Suzanne Hamilton has been in hospital last week and is now home. Alan Hancock has been in hospital and is now home.
Rev Lyndon Evans married Miss.Catherine Morris in Aberystwyth last Friday. Lyndon spent part of his Ministerial training with us and we wish him and Cath every blessing in their new life together.

SCOUTS SERVICES

It was good to welcome local scouts and beavers and many parents and freinds to our morning service. Our Minister led the worship and gave the address.

PRAYER BREAKFAST

There will be a prayer breakfast for the children and youth of the church on Saturday 17th May starting at 9am. Please let Sarah Ellum know if you wish to come. We are hoping to revive the prayer meetings and alternate between Saturdays and a weekday night.

CHURCH MEETING

Thanks to the church members who attended the annual church meeting held last Wednesday. During the meeting three deacons were elected to serve the church for the next four years. Welcome to Darryl Benjamin, Joan Hancock and Calvin James. We pray God`s blessing upon their time of service.
The new deacons will be inducted next Sunday evening in the Communion service which will be followed by coffee and refreshments in the schoolroom. The church meeting also affirmed the recommendation of the deaconate that Mervyn Hanbury be welcomed as a life deacon of the church.

BIBLES FOR INDIA

Thanks for the Bibles already received. If you have any spare Bibles at home please bring them to the chapel by next Sunday. The need for Bibles in India is increasing as the Gospel is proclaimed. Thanks to Wesley Owen the Christian publishers who are arranging to ship all the Bibles collected
in the UK to India.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY

We continue to study the first book of Samuel. All are welcome on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm and Wednesday at 1.10pm. If was good to see new friends on Wednesday which meant we had to move from the youth room to the schoolroom for the meeting.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 20TH APRIL 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. During the morning service we welcome local scouts and their leaders. This will be an `All ages` family worship. 2.30pm Sunday school. 6pm Evening worship, Services led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS :

Mrs. Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Mrs. Glenys John is at Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital.

Saturday 26thApril 10am – 12 noon Christian Aid Coffee morning and cake stall. Everyone is welcome and there will be a cakes and other stalls. All proceeds are for Christian Aid.

Following the successful film evening last month we are holding another film evening on Wednesday 30th April at 7.30pm. The film will be the story of missionary Gladys Aylward who served faithfully in China for many years.

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY:

We begin a new series of studies on the first book of Samuel. Please come and share with us. We begin at 7.30pm and conclude with coffee at around 8.50. There is always a life home for everyone if needed. We follow the same study on Wednesday lunch time at 1.10pm.

150th Anniversary:

In September this year Greenfield celebrates 150 years of Christian worship and witness in Llanelli. Services and meetings to celebrate this milestone are now well in hand. They include a flower festival in the chapel over the anniversary weekend. There will be an historical exhibition, A `Gymanfa Ganu`, youth and children`s events and our guest preacher will be Rev John Weaver, President of the Baptist Union of Great Britain and Principal of the South Wales Baptist College.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 17TH APRIL 2008:

Sunday services at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include infant dedication and Communion.

TUESDAY:

It has been good to see new friends joining with us for our Tuesday morning service. This half hour service is held in the chapel and is followed by coffee and fellowship in the schoolroom. The monthly cakes stall which is held on the first Tuesday helps support local and national good causes and in April raised over £170 for Marie Curie Cancer research. Everyone is welcome. On Tuesday evening at 7.30pm we meet for Bible Strdy and prayer.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Glenys John is at Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital. Congratulations to Edith Hussey, 31 who celebrated her 85th birthday last week. Congratulations Christine John in the birth of a lovely grandson. Griffith John was born on Saturday 15th March (Grand Slam day!) to proud parents Barry and Caroline.

CHRISTIAN AID:

Saturday 26thApril 10am - Christian Aid Coffee morning and cake stall. If you can help with cakes please have a word with Yvonne.

CHRISTIAN AID:

The AGM will be held on Wednesday 23rd April 2008 at 7pm in the schoolroom. Thanks to Mr. Peter Jackson who led our Tuesday morning service. Peter has a special and unique ministry and all present were greatly blessed. We welcomed many friends from other churches and the cakes stall which followed raised £170 for Marie Curie Cancer research.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 10TH APRIL 2008:
Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include an infant dedication. Sunday school at 2.30pm. Services led by our Minister

It was good to welcome Rev John Hayward, Minister of Moriah Baptist Church, Risca who led our services last Sunday. John has ministered at Moriah since 1976 and is a past President of the Baptist Union of Wales, the Gwent Association and the Welsh Christian Endeavour.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Marion Williams is now at the Glasfryn Nursing Home.. Glenys John is at Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital.

EASTER 2008:

We give thanks for the services we shared over Holy week and Easter this year. It was good to welcome many friends and visitors, some who came in response to the invitations we distributed earlier in the month. Good Friday and Easter Sunday morning saw the largest congregations. Thanks to the choir for their contribution to the evening service and to the Junior youth for their drama on Sunday morning. We thank God for the joyous message of Easter.

TUESDAY :

On Tuesday we welcomed Peter Jackson from Ammanford who led our service and played the piano. It was good to welcome many friends and visitors to this service. Peter has an unique and effective Ministry and we greatly appreciated his visit to us. The cake stall which followed in the schoolroom raised £120 for Marie Curie Cancer care.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE :

We look forward to a service of Believer’s Baptism and would invite any members of our congregation who may feel led to learn more about Baptism and church membership to speak with David at any time.

LOOKING FORWARD:

During the month of April our Minister will be officiating on all the Sundays. Morning Communion will be on 20th April. We look forward to two infant dedications during the month.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 27TH MARCH 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include communion followed by coffee.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Marion Williams continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Glenys John is at Ward 7 Prince Philip Hospital Our sympathy to Lilwen Brown in the loss of her brother Selwyn who died in America following a long illness.
We also sympathise with Malcolm and Rose Rees in the loss of Malcolm`s mother Mrs Edna Rees and with Gwynn Charles in the loss of his mother Edna. It is good to report that Vi Royster is now home after a time in hospital and a time of convalesce at Ty Mair.

EASTER 2008:

Palm Sunday evening was a service of praise and thanksgiving led by Andrew Pike our organist and choirmaster. The choir contributed two items and the congregational singing was led by Andrew. On Maundy Thursday evening we met for a service of preparation in the chapel which included scripture readings and short meditations. On Good Friday morning we met for Communion followed by Hot Cross buns in the schoolroom. Easter Sunday morning the children of the Junior church presented some drama and the evening service included an anthem by the church choir. It has been our joy to welcome many friends and visitors our Easter services this year. Thanks to the members of Moriah who welcomed our Minister to lead their Good Friday afternoon service. Our sincere thanks to the team who served us coffee and refreshments on Sunday evenings and occasions such as last Thursday and Friday morning. For all the food, hot cross buns etc donated so willingly and generously we express our sincere thanks.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Tuesday Cakes stall 1st April. Thanks for £200 raised for Home Mission. During the month of April our Minister will be officiating on all the Sundays. Morning Communion will be on 20th April. We look forward to two infant dedications during the month.

Our Tuesday and Wednesday Bible studies recommence following the Easter break on 1st and 2nd April. We continue our study of Paul`s first letter to the Corinthians.Please join




GREENFIELD NEWS - 20TH MARCH 2008:

Holy Week at Greenfield continues tonight with a service of praise and preparation for Easter tonight at 7pm followed by refreshments. Good Friday we meet for a Communion service at 10.30am followed by Hot Cross buns in the schoolroom. Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will be an Easter celebration and the evening service worship for the close of Easter Day. All service will be led by Rev David Jones and eveyone is welocme to join with us in all of the service over this Easter time.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Marion Williams continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Rachel Laskey is now home from Morriston Hospital. Mrs. Edna Charles has been admitted to Prince Phillip Hospital. Glenys John has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital (Ward 7).
Mrs. Mary Griffiths is now home from hospital. Edna Charles is a patient at Prince Philip Hospital.

We sympathise with Roy Williams and Jeff in the death Morfydd a much loved wife and mother. A service of thanksgiving for Morfydd`s life was held at Llanelli Crematorium last Friday.

Congratulations to Rhian and Daniel Downs in the birth of a lovely baby daughter Eirwen Naomi. Love and best wishes to the pround parents and also to Ann and Eileen Kemp grandmother and great-grandmother.

THANKS:

Thanks to everyone who provided cakes and other items for the stalls last Tuesday morning. £200 has been raised for Home Mission. Thanks to Joan Hancock and all her helpers who prepared 150 posies of daffodils for all the ladies present at last Sunday`s Mothering Sunday service. It was the best attended for many years.
The local Guide Dogs for the Blind have expressed their thanks for the £120 donated by the church. They have sent us a poster which is on display in the schoolroom. Our annual sponsored walk in September will be in aid of the Guide dogs association.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 8TH MARCH 2008:

Sunday services for Palm Sunday. The Morning service will be on the theme of `Remembrance and rejoicing`. The evening service will be a service of thanksgiving and praise with items by the church choir. Both services will be led by Rev David Jones.

MOTHER`S DAY:

It was good to welcome many friends and visitors to our Mother`s Day family service. Posies of flowers were given to all mums present and all the ladies who were present.

HOLY WEEK:

Tuesday Morning worship. On Maudy Thursday at 7pm a service of preparation for Easter. Good Friday at 10.30am Good Friday Communion Service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mrs Mary Griffiths is now home from hospital. Mrs. Elvira Clarke is at Mynyddmawr. Mrs Marion Williams continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Mrs Rachel Laskey is at Morriston Hospital. Mrs Pam Rees has been in hospital this week and is now home. Rosemary Stratton celebrated her 80th birthday last Friday.

THANKS:

We are grateful to Mr Stephen Thomas who led both services last Sunday. All present were blessed under Stephen`s Ministry and we thank God for his faithful servant. Kevin Morgan and the family of the late Mrs Heather Morgan would like to thank the church for the funeral service held at the chapel last Friday. Thanks to Malcolm who was at the organ and to John Morgan who welcomed at the door.

LOCAL CHURCH NEWS:

Rev Alan Jones has been inducted as the new Minister of Salem Llangennech and Adulam Felinfoel. The induction services were held over the weekend.
On Saturday 15th March Mr Paul Smethurst will be inducted and welcomed to the pastorates of Emmanuel and Bethania Baptist Churches.. The service will be held at Bethania on Saturday 15th March at 2pm.

YOUTH CLUB:

On Friday 14th March at 7pm the youth club have arranged an evening of music and song by `Dressing Room Stars`, a local group of young people who love to sing ! Tickets are £2 and available from Mrs Carol Jones. The young people wish to donate the proceeds to the local Cancer research committee.

TUESDAY BIBLE STUDIES:

We begin a short series of Bible studies which will lead through to Easter week. Everyone is welcomed to join with us. Tuesdays at 7.30pm. We will also be following the same themes at lunch time




GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD MARCH 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minster

FAMILY NEWS:

Mary Griffiths is now home from hospital. Elvira Clark continues to be at Mynyddmawr. Rachel Laskey is at Morriston . Rosemary Stratton celebrated an important birthday last week. We were sorry to hear of the death of Mrs.Heather Morgan who was the widow of Rev Ron Morgan who worshipped with us regularly on Sunday evenings until his death two years ago. Rev Ron Morgan was a Pastor with Elim for many years before retiring to Llanelli. A service of thanksgiving for Mrs. Morgan`s life was held at Greenfield last Friday.

FILM NIGHT:

Our first film night proved a success with the showing of the film `A Man called Peter`, the story of the Rev Peter Marshall. `The Hiding Place`, the story of Corrie Ten Boom will be shown on 2nd April.

LOOKING FORWARD:

The Women`s world day of prayer will be held at the Presbyterian Church on Friday 7th March at 7pm. This year`s service has been prepared by the women of Guyana on the theme of `God`s wisdom provides new understanding`. TheWelsh service will be held at Capel Als at2.30pm. The speaker will be Rev Iwan Vaughan Evans Minister of Capel Als.




GREENFIELD news - 2nd March 2008:

Sunday services at the usual times. Morning worship is `All age` family worship for Mother`s day. Morning and evening worship will be led by our Minister.
Tuesday worship is at 10.30am and will include a cake stall for local good causes. Bible Study is at 7.30pm.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke has now moved from Morriston hospital to Mynyddmawr. Marion Williams continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Kevin Goddard is now home from hospital. Mary Griffiths has been admitte to Glangwili Hospital, Carmarthen.

We were sorry to hear of the death of Eirwen Moriarty on Tuesday of last week. Eirwen`s passing followed the death of her husband David who died on 31st January. Despite her severe handicaps Eirwen was able to attend on Sunday evenings on a number of occasion before Christmas before she and David became unwell.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Llanelli Male Voice choir hold their annual St David`s Day concert at Greenfield on Saturday 1st March. Mothering Sunday (March 2) `All age` family worship for Mother`s day at 11am. 6pm Evening worship with Communion followed by coffee.

The Women`s World Day of prayer will be held this year at the Presbyterian Church on Friday 7th March at 7pm This year`s service has been prepared by the women of Guyana on the theme `God`s Wisdom Provides New Understanding`.

TUESDAY WORSHIP:

It was good to see so many with us on Tuesday morning and to welcome some children who were on their half term holiday. It has been good to have Mr Malcolm Palfreman on the organ in recent weeks and look forward to him being at the organ again this week. Our Tuesday evening Bible study continues to look at Paul`s first letter to the Corinthians. All are welcome to join with us on Tuesdays at both morning and evening meetings.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 21ST FEBRUARY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Mr Stephen Thomas. Tuesday worship is at 10.30am and Bible study at 7.30pm led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

Mrs. Elvira Clarke has now moved from Morriston hospital to Mynyddmawr. We send our love and deepest sympathy to Brenda and Russ Blandford 46 Llys Westfa, Felinfoel in the death of Brenda`s mother Mrs Grace Blandford who died at Prince Charles Hospital Merthyr Tydfil on Wednesday of last week. The funeral was held at Beulah Chapel in Dowlais followed by cremation at Llwydcoed Crematorium at 2pm. The funeral service of Mrs Eirwen Moriarty was held at Greenfield last Monday. |Sadly both Eirwen and he late husband David died within a short time of each other. Thanks to Rev Jeffrey Morgan who led the service at Greenfield.

TUESDAY NEWS:

Thanks to everyone who made and purchased cakes last Tuesday. £130 was raised for Home Mission.

OPEN DOOR:

Meet this week on Thursday for a `Valentines Day` lunch.The family of Mrs Thelma Bowen Roberts have written to the church in appreciation of the sympathy extended to them in their loss. They also expressed appreciation of the service held at Greenfield and to all from the church who attended.

FILM NIGHT:

We are unable to show the film `The Hiding Place` as mentioned last week. We will however still hold the film night and will show the story of Rev Peter Marshall `A Man called Peter`. Tickets are £1 (including coffee) and are available from Mrs.Carol Jones. (for Home Mission)

WOMEN`S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER:

Will be held this year at the Presbyterian Church on Friday 7th March at 7pm. This year`s service has been prepared by the women of Guyana on the theme `God`s Wisdom Provides New Understanding`




GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH FEBRUARY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The morning service will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS

Elvira Clarke is at Morriston Hospital. Marion Williams and Kevin Goddard are at Prince Philip Hospital. Eirwen Moriarty is now home from hospital. We sympathise with Brenda and Russ Blandford in the loss of Brenda`s mother Mrs Grace Blandford. and Eirwen Moriarty in the loss of her husband David.

CELEBRATION TEA

On Saturday 16th February at 3.30pm there will be a celebration tea in the schoolroom to recognize and acknowledge Mr Mervyn Hanbury`s 37 years as treasurer of Greenfield. Everyone is invited to come along to share with Mervyn and Megan in this very special occasion. For catering reasons please collect your free tickets from Mrs Joan Hancock.

THANKS

Thanks for the £150 raised for Home Mission at last Tuesday`s cake stall.
Thanks to the the ladies of St Alban`s church who welcomed our Minister to speak at their weekly meeting last Thursday, Thanks to Carol and Sandra for arranging the Pantomime visit.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 6TH FEBRUARY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Tuesday morning worship is at 10.30am and Bible study at 7.30pm. Wednesday Bible Study in at 1.10pm.

THANKS

Thanks to Mr Stephen Thomas who led our morning worship last Sunday. Stephen led worship at the Presbyterian Church in the evening. Colin Isaac was at Adulam, Felinfoel last Sunday morning and Christine Nicholas was at Nazareth Llwynhendy. Stephen, Colin and Christine are all recognised lay preachers in the South Wales Baptist Association and we thank God for their faithful ministry at Greeenfield and also in many churches within the community.

GUIDE DOGS

The Llanelli and district branch has written to express thanks for the recent donation of £120 to the local committee.

FAMILY NEWS

Elvira Clarke is at Morriston Hospital. Marion Williams and Kevin Goddard are at Prince Philip Hospital. Eirwen Moriarty is now home from hospital.

CELEBRATION TEA

On Saturday 16th February at 3.30pm there will be a celebration tea in the schoolroom to recognize and acknowledge Mr Mervyn Hanbury`s 37 years as treasurer of Greenfield. Everyone from the church and congregation is invited to come along to share with Mervyn and Megan in this very special occasion. For catering reasons please collect your free
tickets from Mrs Joan Hancock.

BIBLE STUDY

We give thanks for increased numbers at the Tuesday evening Bible study and prayer meeting. There`s a warm welcome to everyone to join with us. The meeting is informal and there`s always an opportunity to ask questions to share experiences or just to listen and share in the fellowship. On Wednesday lunch time a smaller group meets at 1.10pm in the youth room opposite the kitchen. We are studying Paul`s first letter to the Corinthians at both sessions. Again everyone is welcome.

HOME MISSION

Just over £172,000 has been given by the Baptist churches in the South Wales Baptist Assoication. The giving of God`s people ensures that the work of the local Assocation team in supporting and resourcing local churches can continue. Thanks for the increased giving to Home Mission here at Greenfield.

PANTOMIME

Well done Denny Twp and the Friendship theatre group. Over 150 from Greenfield enjoyed the pantomime. Thanks to Carol Jones and Sandra Davies for arranging the evening.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 30TH JANUARY 2008:

Sunday Services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. Tuesday Morning worship is at 10.30am followed by coffee and cakes stall. Bible Study is at 7.30pm and on Wednesday at 1.10pm.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke is at Morriston Hospital. Eirwen Moriarty continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Marion Willliams has been admitted to Ward 9. Kevin Goddard is recovering from surgery at Ward 5 Prince Philip.

JUNIOR ALPHA:

We have a group of teenagers who are following the Junior Alpha course on Sunday mornings. Following a 20 minute film on the basics of the Christian faith there is lively discussion and sharing. Thanks to Mike and Ruth who lead the youngsters. For more information about the next course please ring Llanelli 741127.

AROUND THE CHAPEL:

For safety reasons it would be of great help when the children leave for Junior church on Sunday mornings that everyone on the gallery comes down stairs and not use the exits on both sides of the organ. The rear staircase is narrow and is only to be used by the organist and in the event of an emergency.

CHURCH TREASURER:

MRS ANNETTE GRAVELLE has now taken over the office of church treasurer from Mr. Mervyn Hanbury. We wish Annette well in her new office and assure her of all our support. Mr Stephen Davies is supporting Annette as assistant treasurer. On Saturday 16th February at 3.30pm there will be a celebration tea in the schoolroom to recognize and acknowledge Mr Mervyn Hanbury`s 37 years as treasurer of Greenfield.




GREENFIELD NEWS 20th January 2008:-
Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include Communion.

TUESDAY MORNING WORSHIP
We meet in the chapel; every Tuesday morning for a short service of worship. It is good to welcome many friends to t his service which is loed by our Minister. On the first Tuesday of the month there is a cake stall for local and national causes. Coffee and fellowship follows in the schoolroom.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elvira Clarke has been admitted to Morriston Hospital. Our love and best wishes to Elvira. Eirwen Moriarty continues to be at Prince Philip Hospital. Alan Hobday is now home from hospital. A service of thanksgiving for the life of Mrs Thelma Bowen Roberts was held at Greenfield on Monday. It was good to see so many friends and fellow deacons of Mrs Roberts present in the service. Guinevere, Frederick and Stephanie would like to thank everyone who attended and also for the many expressions of sympathy received in their sad loss.

THANKS:
Mair Rees and Joan Pudner would like to thank everyone from the church for their kind greetings and good wishes on their recent 80th birthdays.

PANTOMIME:

We visit the Pantomime at Theatre Elli on Saturday 26th January at 7pm. If you would like to come along to this year Pantomime then please give your names to Mrs. Carol Jones by today at the latest. Tickets are £6 with the children of the church going free of charge. Thank You.

BIBLE STUDY:
It was good to welcome new friends to our Tuesday evening Bible study. Everyone is more than welcome to join with us. We begin at 7.30pm and conclude around 8.40 with coffee.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH JANUARY 2008:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will include Communion.
FAMILY NEWS:
One of our oldest members Thelma Bowen Roberts has died peacefully at Hafan y Coed. Mrs. Roberts was the first elected woman deacon in the history of Greenfield. Having served the church faithfully in this office and many others over the years, Mrs.Roberts has been greatly missed from the fellowship in her recent years of her illness and infirmity.

Mrs. Roberts was also highly involved on the community of Llanelli. She served as a Justice of the peace for many years, president of the Music and Drama club as well as the Phoenix theatre group and the Gwyl Llanelli Festival. Mrs Roberts always brought a quiet yet firm Christian witness to all her varied activities. We sympathise with Guinevere, Frederick and Stephanie and all the family in their loss. A service of thanksgiving for Thelma`s life was held at Greenfield on 7th January atfollowed by a committal service at Llanelli Crematorium at 11.30pm.</p>

HAPPY BIRTHDAY. Mrs Mair Rees and Mrs. Joan Pudner have celebrated their 80th birthdays.

HOSPITALS: Eirwen Moriarty is a patient at Prince Philip Hospital. We send our love and best wishes to Eirwen and her husband David who has also recently been discharged from Prince Philip hospital. Alan Hobday has been admitted to Singleton Hospital. Harry Vaughan-Jones has also been in hospital over the Christmas holidays. Our sympathy to Mel and Joan Wheeler in the death of Mel`s brother last week. Congratulations to Mr &amp; Mrs John Simon on their Golden Wedding Anniversary.

PANTOMIME:
We visit the Pantomime at Theatre Elli on Saturday 26th January at 7pm. Over 80 people have already given their names and we need to finalise numbers by next Sunday. If you would like to come along to this year`s Pantomime then please give your names to Mrs. Carol Jones as soon as possible. Tickets are &pound;6 with the children of the church going free of charge.





GREENFIELD NEWS - CHRISTMAS WEEK 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times of 11am Family worship with Junior church and creche. 6pm Evening worship. New Year's Day service 10.30am followed by coffee.

FAMILY NEWS

Glenys Johns is now home from hospital. Grace Blandford (Brenda`s mum) is now home. Mr Brian Lewis is also home from hospital. Mrs Rhiannon Bryant has been in Glangwili
Hospital last week and is now home.
Our love and sympathy to Alun and Jill Lewis, 39 Gilbert Crescent on the death of Alun`s mother. Mrs Lewis died on Thursday following a long illness.

Congratulations to Martin Philip Davies and Lindsay Jayne Williams who were married in the chapel on 7th December, and to Ivor John Rees and Gillian Clark who were married in the chapel on 12th December.
TUESDAY NEWS

Thanks for the offerings taken over the last two weeks which amounted to £200 for Crisis at Christmas.

TOY SERVICE

We are very grateful for the wonderful selection of toys which were donated for last Sunday`s Toy service. They have now been collected by social services and will benefit many children in the Llanelli area over this Christmas and in the new year. Thanks to the children of the Sunday school for their items and to the scouts, Beavers and
explorers and their leaders who joined with us. We welcomed the local committee of Cancer research to our evening service. The retiring offering for the committee raised £161. Thanks to everyone who donated so generously.

PANTOMIME 2008

We will be going to the Pantomime at Theatre Elli on Saturday 26th January 2008 at 7pm. The children of the church go free and the cost is £6 for everyone else. Names
please to Mrs Carol Jones as soon as possible There is always a high call for tickets so please see Carol as soon as possible.
FLOWER LIST: The Flower list for 2008 is on the notice board from this week. If you would like to donate flowers for the Communion Table please feel free to place your name against any of the Sundays available.

THANKS

Thank you to everyone who supported the Christmas coffee morning on Saturday 24th November. Just over £340 was raised on the day and £48 on the following two Tuesday mornings. The proceeds are to be split 50:50 between Ty Hafan Children`s Hospice and the chapel building fund.
Thanks to the team of ladies who have served coffee and who have given the mince pies and biscuits on every Sunday evening during Advent. We have had large numbers doming down on every Sunday evening and we are grateful to them for their generosity.

BEREAVEMENT SERVICE

Over 100 people attended the Rememberace service held in the chapel last Wednesday evening. Our Minister presided and gave the address. Rev Jeffrey Morgan, Rev Pauline Barnett, Rev Ceri Davies and Rev Malcolm Davies aalso took part. Most of those who attended came down to the schoolroom for coffee following the service.

OPEN DOOR

The Open Door fellowship ended their session with a carol service last Wednesday afternoon.. The meeting will recommence in February. The lunch time Bible Study will npt be meeting this week.

20TH DECEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning service will be a Christmas celebration and the children`s Nativity for this year will be presented in the evening service. There will be mince pies and coffee following the Nativity service.

CHRISTMAS DAY:

Our Christmas day service will be held at 10am and will conclude by 10.45am. Everyone is welcome to join with us. Please be assured of our welcome. Sunday December 30th :Services At the usual times of 11am & 6pm.

FAMILY NEWS:

Glenys Johns is now home from hospital. Rhiannon Bryant has been in Glangwili Hospital and is now home.
TUESDAY NEWS: Thanks for the offering taken which amounted to over £200 for ˜Crisis". The money will then be sent to Crisis at Christmas who open their centres for the homeless over the Christmas holidays.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS:

Don`t forget to write your Christmas message and enclose it in the container in the vestibule as soon as possible. 30 words and a minimum donation of £2 secures your greeting in the Christmas newsletter. All money raised will be for the chapel building fund. Greetings will be published on Sunday 23rd December.

TOY SERVICE:

Our toy service this year saw a record number of toys, books and games. The toys will be put to good use and many children will benefit not only over this Christmas time but
also in the New Year. Thanks to Jillian and all who have helped with the toys. It was good to welcome local scouts, beavers and explorers who filled the gallery of the chapel. Thanks also to the children of the Sunday school who took part in the service.
During the service our Minister presented a cheque for £2000, the amount raised in the sponsored walk, to the Llanelli Committee of Leukemia research.

CHRISTMAS PARTY:

This year`s children`s Christmas party will be on Saturday 22 December at 3pm. Junior Youth will close on Friday 14th December and re-open on Friday 11th January.
PANTOMIME 2008 - We will be going to the Pantomime at Theatre Elli on Saturday 26th January 2008 at 7pm. The children of the church go free. Names please to Carol Jones as soon as possible There is always a high call for tickets so please see Carol as soon as possible.

FLOWER LIST:

The `flower list` for 2008 is on the notice board from this week. If you would like to donate flowers for the Communion Table please feel free to place your name against any of the Sunday`s available.

GREETINGS:

Our warmest Christmas greetings to all and also to the staff at Llanelli Star. Thanks for the help and co-operation all through the year.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH DECEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will be a service of carols and lessons (some by candlelight) with items from the church choir. There will be mince pies and coffee following the service.

FAMILY NEWS:

Elsie Thomas is now home from hospital. Glenys John has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital. Grace Blandford (Brenda`s mum) is in hospital at MerthyrTydfil.

TUESDAY NEWS:

There will be no cake stall this month. The next cake stall will be on the first Tuesday of February. For the next two weeks we will be taking an offering for Crisis at Chrstmas. We have supported Crisis for the last five years and the money collected gives home and hospitality for the homeless and those who live on the streets of the big cities of the UK. Please help give a homeless person a happy Christmas.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS:

Don`t forget to write your Christmas message and enclose it in the container in the vestibule as soon as possible. 30 words and a minimum donation of £2 secures your greeting in the Christmas newsletter. All money raised will be for the chapel building fund. Greetings will be published on Sunday 23rd December.

THANKS:

Audrey Johns would like to offer since thanks for all the greetings received on her recent birthday. Steve and Sarah Ellum would like to thank everyone in the church for their kindness and support following the death of Steve`s father last week. Our love and sympathy to Steve and the family as they travel to Cambridge for the funeral on Tuesday.

Christine, Mrs Lil Day`s daughter sends her special thanks to all the members and friends of Greenfield who meant so much to Mrs Day. Thanks for every expression of sympathy.

"To the members of Greenfield Baptist Church: Thank you for letting us share with you our experiences of what is happening in the area along the Thai- Burma at your Tuesday
morning service. We also thank you for your generosity. The money you so kindly gave will be used to help the Burmese people living near the border. It will help provide fresh clean water, food and access to health care and education. Again, thanks you for your interest in our project and for all your kind wishes for our work there next year." - Andrew and Wendy.

CHRISTMAS BUFFET:

On Monday 17th December at 6.30pm in the schoolroom with Christmas carols. Tickets £4 for the building fund.

GENDROS:

It was a joy to welcome the members and friends of Gendros Baptist Church, Swansea to our evening service last Sunday. Three members of Gendros spoke in the service. The first was Mr.David Jones the church secretary who told of the way in which Home Mission funding had ensured that ten years ago they were able to invite Rev John Evans from the South Wales Baptist College to be their Minister. The church is now supporting John`s Ministry and are no longer in need of help from Home Mission. It was good to hear the testimony of two young men one of whom was converted at Gendros and to hear of the football Ministry which the church has established on the estates of Gendros, Bonymaen and Blanymaes.

The church now has a youth Minister supported by Home mission which has an input in all of the junior and comprehensive schools in the area. A church with 38 members, in one the biggest estates in Swansea is making a difference in the community. Thanks to our friends from Gendros who gave up their evening service to be with us. It was good to share in fellowship together.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 6th December 2007:

Sunday Services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. During the evening service we will welcome the local committee and friends of the Llanelli Cancer research committee to join with us. There will be coffee and mince pies following the service.

FAMILY NEWS:
Elsie Thomas has been admitted to Prince Philip Hospital (Ward 7). Raymond Owens has had surgery at Prince Philip and is now in ward 8. We send our love and sympathy to Steve Ellum in the death of his father at Cambridge last week. We think of Steve, his mother Doreen , Sarah and all the family at this sad time.

LEAUKEMEA.

Thanks to the local committee of Leukemia research who arranged a concert at Greenfield last Thursday. The concert was well attended and thanks also to Cor Curiad and Lleiusiau Hardd who took part along with Elizabeth Bevan and our own Andrew Pike.
Andrew amazed us all by bringing along his own

Wherlitzer organ and playing it with such effect! He arranged to transport the organ to Greenfield for the concert and this itself was quite a challenge.

Our sponsored walk held in October has now raised nearly £2000 for leukemia research. It is now essential that all walkers pay in their sponsorship money to Carol by today.

TUESDAY NEWS:

Thanks to Malcolm for playing the organ for us last Tuesday. Every Tuesday during Advent we have an offering for `Crisis at Christmas`. `Crisis` opens up eight centres in major UK cities to feed and house the homeless over Christmas. Besides the hospitality Crisis provides medical and dental care as well as practical support and advice for the homeless. Thanks in anticipation of your support.

Last Tuesday we welcomed Nona Rees and `Teddy` from the Guide dogs for the blind association. Our Minister presented Mrs Rees with a gift of £100 for the association.

CHRISTMAS QUIZ:

John and Jeanette Soale now have a Christmas Quiz for sale at £1 with all proceeds to the chapel building fund. Have fun; exercise your brain and all in a good

COEDCAE SCHOOL:
The chapel was full for the annual Coedcae school prizegiving service. The guest speaker was Mal Pope.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS:

Every year we publish Christmas Greetings from members and friends of the church. This year the greetings will be published with the Newsletters on SUNDAY 23 DECEMBER. For just £2 you can write a message of up to 30 words. Please write your message and enclose with a minimum gift of £2 in an envelope by 16th December and place in the box which will be in the vestibule from today. All gifts will help the building fund.
Please give this effort your supportâ.

CHURCH DIARIES:

Mrs Carol Jones would be delighted to sell you a church diary for 2008. Amazing value and a perfect Christmas or new year gift

CHRISTMAS PRAISE:

Hywel Girls choir under the direction of John Hywel Williams will hold their Christmas concert at Greenfield (tonight) Thursday 6th December. A wonderful evening of Christmas music.

Our Annual Toy Service will be held on Sunday 9th December. Mrs. Jilllian Lewis would be glad to hear from anyone who would like to donate any toys, books etc.

NATIVITY REHEARSALS:

Due to the concert held this Thursday evening the children`s nativity rehearsal will be held on another evening this week. The day and time of the rehearsal will be announced in Junior church, Sunday school today. The children`s Nativity will be presented on Sunday evening 23rd December.

GENDROS:

Last Sunday evening we welcomed members and friends of Gendros Baptist Church, Swansea to our evening service. The church at Gendros has seen growth and new life in recent years. During the service two young men converted through the church football ministry spoke of the new found faith. Minster of Gendros Rev John Evans preached and the fellowship was extended over coffee following the service.

GREENFIELD NEWS - 29TH NOVEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister, The evening service will include Communion.

ST DAVID`S CHRISTMAS PRAISE - will be held at the St David`s Hall, Cardiff on this SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER at 7.30pm. The St David`s choir together with the "Cambrats" Junior choir will be taking part. The coach will leave Inkerman Street at 2pm and we will return following the celebration at approx. 10pm. The celebration s already a sell out and this is a truly wonderful evening of Christmas praise and celebration. Names to Carol Jones or Sandra Davies as soon as possible. Cost (including transport) is £15. For more information please ring Llanelli 741127

CHRISTMAS QUIZ : John and Jeanette Soale now have a Christmas Quiz for sale at £1 with all proceeds to the chapel building fund. Have fun; exercise your brain and all in a good cause. Prizes have been donated and will be of luxury Christmas Fayre.

TUESDAY SERVICE: Last Tuesday we welcomed Mrs Nona Ress and `Teddy` from the Guide dogs for the blind association. Our Minister presented Mrs Rees with a gits of £100 for the association. Our Offerings on Tuesday mornings for the season of Advent are for `Crisis at Christmas`. Crisis opens eight centres in major cities for eight days over Christmas providing food shelter and many other medical and social services for the homeless.

COEDCAE SCHOOL: The chapel was full for the annual Coedcae school prizegiving service. The guest speaker was Mal Pope.

LEUKEMEA RESEARCH: Many thanks for the £2000 raised in our recent sponsored walk for Leukemea research.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS : Every year we publish Christmas Greetings from members and friends of the church. This year the greetings will be published with the Newsletters on SUNDAY 23 DECEMBER. For just £2 you can write a message of up to 30 words. Please write your message and enclose with a minimum gift of £2 in an envelope by 16th December and place in the box which will be in the vestibule from today. All gifts will help the building fund. Please give this effort your support.

CHURCH DIARIES : Mrs Carol Jones would be delighted to sell you a church diary for 2008. Amazing value and a perfect Christmas or new year
Sunday 2nd December is the first Sunday of Advent. A Sunday when we traditionally begin the Christmas season with services of dedication and renewal for all church members and friends of the church. Both services will be led by our Minster and we share together in the Advent Communion service at the close of evening worship.
Our Annual Toy Service will be held on Sunday 9th December.





GREENFIELD NEWS - 22ND NOVEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times. The Morning service will include Communion. We welcome members and freinds of Gendros Baptist Church who will join with us for our
evening worship.

LEUKEMEA CONCERT

This Thursday evening the local Leukemia Committee have arranged a concert which will be held in the chapel. Many of our church members are active on the local committee Mrs. Carol Jones is president of the committee and other members include Sandra Davies and Darryl Benjamin. Howard Davies until recently has served as treasurer for many years. Tickets are £5 and available at the door.Those taking part include Cor Curiad, Lleisiau Hardd, and our own Andre Pike.

CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING

Next Saturday 24th November in the schoolroom. Cakes and other stalls with mince pipes and coffee. Admission free. All proceeds to the church building fund. Thanks to Mrs. Maggie James for arranging this coffee morning.

ST DAVID`S CHRISTMAS PRAISE

will be held at the St David`s Hall, Cardiff on SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER at 7.30pm. The
St David`s choir together with the ˜Cambrats" Junior choir will be taking part. The coach will leave Inkerman Street at 2pm and we will return following the celebration at approx. 10pm. The celebration s already a sell out and this is a truly wonderful evening of Christmas praise and celebration. Names to Carol Jones or Sandra Davies as soon as possible. Cost (including transport) is £15. For more information please ring
Llanelli 741127

CHRISTMAS QUIZ

John and Jeanette Soale now have a Christmas Quiz for sale at £1 with all proceeds to the chapel building fund. Have fun; exercise your brain and all in a good cause. Prizes have been donated and will be of luxury Christmas Fayre.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS
Every year we publish Christmas Greetings from members and friends of the church. This year the greetings will be published with the Newsletters on SUNDAY 23 DECEMBER. For just £2 you can write a message of up to 30 words. Please write your message and enclose with a minimum gift of £2 in an envelope by 16th December and place in the box which will be in the vestibule from today. All gifts will help the building fund. Please give this effort your support.

CHURCH DIARIES
Mrs Carol Jones would be delighted to sell you a church diary for 2008. Amazing value and a perfect Christmas or new year gift

Next Sunday 25th November the ˜Llanelli Carers` will join with us for our morning service which will include Communion.

Next Sunday evening we will be welcoming the congregation of Gendros Baptist Church, Swansea and their Minister Rev John Evans.. There will be testimonies from some of the young people of Gendros who have come to faith through the mission of the church particularly through the football team the church established in the Gendros estate. A service not to be missed! There will be coffee and refreshments following the
service.
Sunday 2nd December is the first Sunday of Advent. A Sunday when we traditionally begin the Christmas season with services of dedication and renewal for all church members and friends of the church. Both services will be led by our Minster and we
share together in the Advent Communion service at the close of evening worship.
Our Annual Toy Service will be held on Sunday 9th December. Mrs. Jilllian Lewis would be glad to hear from anyone who would like to donate any toys, books etc. Jillian`s telephone number is Llanelli 750616.

NATIVITY REHEARSALS - Due to the concert held this Thursday evening the children`s nativity rehearsal will be held on another evening this week. The day and time of the rehearsal will be announced in Junior church, Sunday school today. The children`s Nativity will be presented on Sunday evening 23rd December.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 15TH NOVEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times. Morning- Family worship will be led by Colin Isaac and the evening service by Christine Nicholas.

FAMILY NEWS

Derek Stephens has had surgery at Prince Philip Hospital. David Carruthers has had surgery at Morriston Hospital and is now home. allum Cheyne is now home from hospital

ADVENT 2007

Advent begins on Sunday 2nd December and our services will be on that day services of dedication and preparation. The evening service will include Communion and with members and friends taking part in the service. This year`s Toy Service will be on Sunday morning 9th December. If you have any good quality toys then please have a word with Mrs Jillian Lewis who would be glad to hear from you.

ST DAVID`S CHRISTMAS PRAISE

will be held at the St David`s Hall, Cardiff on SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER at 7.30pm. The St David`s choir together with the `CambratS` Junior choir will be taking part. The coach will leave Inkerman Street at 2pm and we will return following the celebration at approx. 10pm. The celebration s already a sell out and this is a truly wonderful evening of Christmas praise and celebration. Names to Carol Jones or Sandra Davies as soon as possible. Cost (including transport) is £15.

THANKS To the Tuesday morning congregation for £120 raised through the cake stall for the Guide dogs for the blind. The sponsorship money for the Leukemia sponsored walk is nearing the £1500 mark. Thanks for such a tremendous response.

CHRISTMAS COFFEE MORNING

Thanks to Maggie James who is arranging a coffee morning in the schoolroom on Saturday 24th November between 10am and 12 noon. There will be stalls and mince pies with coffee and something for everyone. Please come along all proceeds are for the church building fund.

NATIVITY REHEARSAL

Nativity rehearsals began last Thursday. All the children of the church are warmly welcomed to be part of this Nativity which will be presented on Sunday evening 23rd December.

CHRISTMAS GREETINGS

Again this year the Christmas greetings will be included in the Newsletter on Sunday 16th December. Message (up to 30 words) with a donation of £2 can be placed in the box in the vestibule from next Sunday. All monies raised will be the church building fund.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 8th November 2007:

This Sunday is Remembrance Sunday (11TH NOVEMBER). Our morning worship will begin at 10.45 with a short act of remembrance which will conclude with the 2 minute silence at 11am. Morning worship with junior church and creche will then continue. Evening service
is at 6pm and both services will be led by our Minister.

FAMILY NEWS

Welcome to two friends who were received memberships of the church at last Sunday evening`s communion service. Following a stay of 15 days in hospital it is good to report that Callum Cheyne is now home from hospital. Betty Morris is also home from hospital. Welcome to Edward and Lucy Barlow who brought their baby daughter Chloe to a service of dedication and thanksgiving last Sunday morning . We were sorry to hear of the death of Harry Jenkins, Harry and his wife Dorothy were members of Greenfield some years ago and Harry was assistant church secretary for some time. Mari Campbell, Mary Griffith`s granddaughter has been awarded her doctorate in Clinical Psychology

ST DAVID`S CHRISTMAS PRAISE - will be held at the St David`s Hall, Cardiff on SATURDAY 1st DECEMBER at 7.30pm. The St David`s choir together with the `Cambrats` junior choir will be taking part. The coach will leave Inkerman Street at 2pm and we will return following the celebration at approx. 10pm. The celebration is already a sell out and this is a truly wonderful evening of Christmas praise and celebration. Names to Carol Jones or Sandra Davies as soon as possible. Cost (including transport) is £15. For more information please phone 741127

LOOKING FORWARD

CHRISTMAS QUIZ: John and Jeanette Soul now have a Christmas Quiz for sale at £1 with all proceeds to the chapel building fund. Have fun; exercise your brain and all in a good cause. Prizes have been donated and will be of luxury Christmas Fayre.
On Thursday 22 November there will be a concert in aid of the local Leukaemia research
committee. Tickets are available from Carol Jones. Nativity rehearsals begin this Thursday at 6pm. All children welcome.

HALLELUJAH PARTY

The schoolroom was full of children for the annual Hallelujah party. This is held every year as an alternative to Halloween and it is good to see increasing numbers.
There were hot dogs, games and plenty of music and fun. Thanks to Stephen for the games, James for the disco and Carol, Sandra and Beth for the food.

SPONSORED WALK

The recent sponsored walk has risen over £1200 for the local Leukaemia research committee. Many thanks to those who walked and to the many who sponsored. The money raised will be presented to the Leukaemia committee on Sunday morning 2 December.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 1ST NOVEMBER 2007:

This Sunday the services will be at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.
Morning worship will include infant dedication and thanksgiving, the evening worship
will be a Communion service followed by coffee. Services led by Rev David Jones.

WELCOME
<br>Last Sunday we welcomed Rev Roger Hart, Minister of Bethany Baptist Church, Pembroke led our worship. The Communion was led by our Minister. During our Communion service we welcomed into membership of the church by transfer from St Andrews Church in Belfast Peter and Doreen Harrison. Brenda Hall brought her guide dog
`Duke` for the first time last Sunday. He was perfectly behaved and the children loved him!

ST DAVID`S PRAISE:

Remember St David`s Praise last year? Welcome to St David`s Christmas Praise at St David`s Hall Cardiff. SATURDAY 1 DECEMBER 2007 at 7.30pm With the St David`s choir and orchestra and the `Cambrats children`s choir. Coach will leave at 2pm and return following the celebration at approx 10pm .Names (first come) to Carol Jones or Sandra Davies as soon as possible.

THANKS

To the University of the third age who welcomed our Minister to give a talk on the history of Seion and the local Baptists which had been given to the local civic society
some weeks ago.. Thanks to the ladies of the church who prepared lunch for the walkers
who took part in the recent sponsored walk for Leukaemia research. Would everyone who
walked kindly bring in their sponsor money. The walk has already raised more than
£1000 for the local committee.

GATEWAY :

The Llanelli Gateway club held a concert in aid of their Minis bus appeal in the chapel. The guest choir were Cor Curiad and the compere was Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS:

John Moores has been in hospital this week and is now home. Our love and best wishes to John. Callum Cheyne is also at Singleton Hospital. Bill Phillips has been in Morriston Hospital and is now home.

TUESDAY NEWS :

On Tuesday 23rd October we welcomed Mr Alun Davies of the Wales Air Ambulance who received a donation of £200 from the fellowship. Last Tuesday our guest speaker was Peter Jackson . This Tuesday morning service is always held in the chapel and is followed by coffee in the schoolroom. Everyone is welcome and we are grateful for the many friends and visitors we welcome every week.

CHURCH DIARIES 2008:

Greenfield church diaries are now available from Mrs Carol Jones. Please support the advertisers who have sponsored the diaries for the last two years.

HALLELUJAH PARTY:
A joyous evening of fun and fellowship for the children and young people of the church and their friends. 6pm WEDNESDAY 31 OCTOBER at 6pm. There will be food, fun and fancy dress and we look forward to welcoming James who brings his disco every year. This is an alternative to Halloween and all children are welcome.
More info from Llanelli 741127.

ALPHA:

A Junior Alpha course begins soon and from January `Alpha` express on Wednesday lunch


GREENFIELD NEWS - 25TH OCTOBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister.

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY:
Last Sunday we celebrated our 149th Church Anniversary. The morning service was led by the children of the Junior church and Sunday school with drama and songs. God willing we now look forward to our 150th Anniversary next year which will be held on Saturday and Sunday 6th & 7th September.

FAMILY NEWS

Alan Hancock has been in hospital this week and is now home. John Moores has also been in hospital

TUESDAY NEWS - It was good to welcome Rev Tendai Mbasech to our meeting on 9th October. Tendai is the Assistant Minister at Pantygwydr Baptist Church in Swansea. Originally from Zimbabwe Tendai is married with three young children, Tendai shared with us about his calling to the Ministry and the present situation in Zimbabwe where his parents still live. We pray that God will continue to bless his Ministry in Swansea. Our Minister is helping and supporting Tendai for his first three years in the Ministry as he completes his accreditation as a Baptist Minister within the Baptist Union of Great Britain. Last Tuesday our speaker was Peter Jackson from Ammanfod. It was also good to welcome Alun Davies of the Welsh Air Ambulance who received a gift
of £200 raised in the September Tuesday cake stall.

LOOKING FORWARD

The Llanelli Gateway club held a concert in the chapel last Thursday 18th October. Llanelli and District Gateway club is the leisure arm of Mencap. The club is in its 32nd year and provides recreational and social activities for people with learning disabilities. The first venue for Gateway was at the Wesleyan Hall but due to the need for a more central location Greenfield opened its doors to Gateway in 1976. There were to follow four very happy years in the downstairs vestry and many from those days have fond memories of Mr Arlandwr John who came along most Friday evenings and formed a small choir which led to a very successful Nativity evening. Arlandwr would often disappear to the organ in the chapel with members who were interested in how the organ worked and also singing with the organ on the gallery. We are glad to welcome Gateway back to Greenfield for this concert which will hopefully raise much needed funds for a new mini bus.

HALLELUJAH PARTY

A joyous evening of fun and fellowship for the children and young people of the church and their friends. 6pm WEDNESDAY 31 OCTOBER at 6pm. This annual alternative to Halloween is always popular. With fancy dress, games and plenty of music and fun.

FURNACE JUNIOR SCHOOL

Held their Harvest Thanksgiving Service at Greenfield last Thursday. The service was in aid of Seeds for Africa.





GREENFIELD NEWS - 18TH OCTOBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev Roger Hart, Minister of Bethany Baptist Church, Pembroke Dock. Morning worship will include junior church and creche and Sunday school is at 2.30pm.

WELCOME

Last Sunday we welcomed Giles and Clair Morgan who brought their baby son Jack Thomas Lloyd to a service of infant dedication. Jack was born on 18th May 2007, a lovely baby brother for Daniel.

THANKS

The cake stall on Tuesday raised £66 for the Talking Newspaper for the blind. This, together with the Communion offering this evening will be donated to this worthy cause. To the headmaster and teachers of Caedcae who welcomed our Minister to lead assemblies every day last week. To the Llanelli Civic Society we welcomed our Minister to speak on the history of Seion Chapel, Llanelli.

FURNACE SCHOOL

It was good to see the chapel full with the pupils and parents of Furnace Junior School for their annual Harvest thanksgiving service.

TUESDAY

Rev Tendai Mbasech who is the Assistant Minister at Pantygwydr Baptist Church, Swansea spoke at our Tuesday morning service; Tendai is originally from Zimbabwe and shared with us of his experiences before coming to Wales where he is part of the Ministerial team serving the church at Pantygwydr. Tendai will spend some time with our Minister over the next three years as he seeks full accreditation as a Baptist Minister.

WEDNESDAY `BIBLE TALK`

On Wednesday at 1.10pm we hold a lunch time Bible talk. We have distributed invitations to most of the shops and offices in the area All are more than welcome. We begins at 1.10pm with tea/coffee and conclude (bring your packed lunch!) by 1.50pm. Please join with us.

CHURCH DIARIES

Church diaries for 2008 are now available from Mrs. Carol Jones priced at £2. Thanks to the advertisers who have again supported us this year. Please give them every support.

LOOKING FORWARD

The Llanelli Gateway club is holding a concert in the chapel in aid of the mini bus appeal on Thursday 18th October. Tickets are £5, available from Mrs Carol Jones. Children and Young people`s Hallelujah Party will be held in the schoolroom. Wednesday 31 October at 6pm. Party, hot dogs, disco! More info next week !

SPONSORED WALK

Last Saturday over 60 walkers young and not so young took part in our annual sponsored walk in aid of the Llanelli Leukemea research committee. Thanks to those who walked and for the generous response by so many. Thanks for the lunch prepared by the ladies of the church and for the great time of friendship and fellowship we shared. The Llanelli Leukemia committee is holding a Christmas concert in Greenfield in 22 November at 7.30pm.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 11TH OCTOBER 2007:

This Sunday we celebrate our 149th Church Anniversary. Services will be led by our Minister. The morinng service will ab an ‘All age’ family service and the children of the Junior church and Sunday school will remain for the whole of the service. The evening service will be followed by coffee and refreshments in the schoolroom

FAMILY NEWS

Mrs. Edith Kemp has been in hospital following her 90th birthday last week and is now home. Lucy and Edward Barlow would like to thank everyone at Greenfield for their greetings and good wishes in the birth of their lovely daughter Chloe. Many Happy returns to Megan Williams who is resident at Llys Caeglas. Miss Williams celebrated her 90th birthday yesterday.

HARVEST

Harvest is over for another year and we thank God for the services we shared together. It was good to see the chapel so full for the children’s service in the morning and again on Sunday evening we welcomed many friends and visitors. Thanks to the choir and to Andrew for their contribution to the services. Thanks also to Rev Andrew Davies for leading our Tuesday evening service. Our Minister led Harvest worship at Rock Baptist Chapel Llandrindod Wells on Wednesday evening. The Minister of Rock, Rev John Davies and the members of the church send their warmest greetings to the church at Greenfield.

LOOKING FORWARD:

Our Minister will be leading Assemblies at Coedcae school every morning this week. On 8th October Rev Tendai Mbasech, Assistant Minister at Pantygwydr Baptist Church, Swansea will be with us in our Tuesday worship. Thursday 11th October – Furnace Junior school hold their Harvest Service at Greenfield. Rev Dr. Trevor Reynolds will be inducted to the pastorate of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Mansleton, Swansea on Saturday 13th October at 3pm. The preacher will be Rev Glyn Morris. If you would like to go among please have a word with Noel our church secretary. Thursday 18th October at 7pm – Llanelli and district Gateway Club concert in the chapel in aid of their Mini- bus appeal. With Cor Curiad, Catrin Jones and Terry O’Dea vocalists and the choir of Pentip school.

Just a short word about our Tuesday services. What a joy it has been to see the increased Tuesday morning congregation and also to welcome a faithful and growing number to our evening Bible study. Please share with us you would be more than welcome. We begin and 7.30pm and conclude with coffee and fellowship. Lifts home are readily available for everyone.
From 10th October we begin a new ‘Lunch time’ Bible talk when we hope to welcome friends working and visiting Llanelli to spend their lunch break with us. Invitation cards are available for distribution from the church foyer. Friends who come along may want to bring a packed lunch. Tea/coffee and soft drinks will be available for everyone. Please take as many as you think you can pass on to friends who may be interested. Thanks also to those who have offered help in making tea and coffee.

HOME MISSION SUNDAY:

On Sunday 25th November at 6pm we will be welcoming the congregation of Gendros Baptist Church and their Minister Rev John Evans to our evening worship. Gendros have reached out into their community and have seen many lives changed by the grace of God. Many young men from the Gendros estate have come to Christ and have formed a football team which now plays in the Swansea league. Members of the team will be with us and will be sharing their testimonies. Be sure to put this date in your diaries and plan to be here.

Thanks to everyone who supported the coffee evening held at Moriah on Thursday in aid of the Baptist Home at Newcastle Emlyn. It was good to see so many from Greenfield present, thanks also to those who made cakes for the cake stall.






GREENFIELD NEWS - 4TH OCTOBER 2007.

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The evening service will include Communion. Tuesday morning worship is at 10.30am and Bible study is at 7.30pm.

FAMILY NEWS

Mrs. Mary Griffiths has suffered a fall and is now home from hospital. Edith Kemp has been admitted to Glangwili Hospital. Mr and Mrs Harold and Joan Jarvis celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary this weekend.

HARVEST

Harvest services are no over for another year. Thanks to the choir for their contribution to all the services. We welcomed many friends and visitors to both the Sunday and Tuesday services. Thanks also for the offerings for relief work in Indonesia and Christian Aid.

SPONSORED WALK -

We meet for our annual sponsored walk this Saturday 7th October at 10pm at the Millennium Coastal Park Centre. All proceeds of the walk are of the local Leukemia Committee. Sponsor forms are still available. Please ring Llanelli 741127 if you would like to join with us. All are welcome.

LOOKING FORWARD:

On 8th October Rev Tendai Mbasech, Assistant Minister at Pantygwydr Baptist Church, Swansea will be with us in our Tuesday worship. Thursday 18th October the local Gateway club holds a concert in the chapel for their Mini Bus appeal. Rev Dr. Trevor Reynolds will be inducted to the pastorate of Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Mansleton, Swansea on Saturday 13th October at 3pm. The preacher will be Rev Glyn Morris. If you would like to go along please have a word with Noel our church secretary.

BIBLE STUDY

From Wednesday 10th October we begin a new Lunch time Bible talk between 1.10 and 1.50. Anyone working in the area who would like the come along during their lunch breaks are more than welcome. Bring your packed lunch tea coffee will be provided. Thanks to those who have volunteered to help with the tea and coffee. Invitation cards are available for distribution from the church foyer.

HOME MISSION SUNDAY

On Sunday 25th November at 6pm we will be welcoming the congregation of Gendros Baptist Church and their Minister Rev. John Evans to our evening worship. Gendros have reached out into their community and have seen many lives changed by the grace of God. Many young men from the Gendros estate have come to Christ and have formed a football team which now plays in the Swansea league. Members of the team will be with us and will be sharing their testimonies. Be sure to put this date in your diaries and plan to be




GREENFIELD NEWS - 20TH SEPTEMBER 2007:

Sunday services. 11am Family worship with Junior church and creche. 2.30pm Sunday school. 6pm Evening worship. Our guest Minister will be Mr Chris Hess, of Libanus Evangelical church,
Morriston.

FAMILY NEWS

Last Sunday we welcomed Peter and Joanne Lloyd who brought their baby son Ryan James Lloyd who was born on 21st March to a service of infant dedication. We warmly welcome Peter, Joanne and Ryan into the family of the church. Elsie Thomas is now home from hospital. Glyn Davies is also home from Morriston. Nancy Morgan has had eye treatment at Glangwili and is now home. Lil Evans has also had eye surgery and is now home.
Our warmest greetings to Mrs. Thelma Bowen-Roberts and to Mrs Edith Kemp who celebratesd her 90th birthdays last week.

CHURCH TREASURER

Last Sunday morning the church overwhelmingly endorsed the deacon`s commendation of Mrs. Annette Gravell as our new church treasurer. Thanks to Mr Allan Williams who conducted the ballot of church members. We wish Annette well and assure her of our every support and encouragement as she take on this important responsibility in the life of the church.

BIBLE STUDY

We give thanks for the increasing numbers that are attending the Tuesday Bible study. Please join with us, all are welcome.

SPONSORED WALK
- Time is running out ! Get your sponsor form today ! Llanelli Millennium Coastal Park in aid of Leukemia Research. 5 miles of beautiful coastal landscape, good fellowship and fun, lunch at Greenfield! Please see Carol Jones today!




GREENFIELD NEWS - 13TH SEPTEMBER 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by Rev David Jones. The morning service will include Communion.

FAMILY NEWS

Welcome to eight friends who were received into membership of the church during last Sunday evening`s Communion service. Glyn Davies continues to be at Morriston Hospital.
Our sympath to Mrs Catherine Goddard in the death of her mother Mrs Joan Snell after a long illness.

SPONSORED WALK:

Our annual sponsored walk will be held this year on SATURDAY 6th OCTOBER ,a five mile walk along the coastal park with lunch following at Greenfield. This year`s cause is Leukemia research. Many of our church family are members of the local committee and we are glad of this opportunity of supporting them in their tireless work for this very special cause. Please join with us. Sponsor forms are available on contacting Llanelli 741127.

AIR AMBULANCE:

£200 has been raised from the Tuesday morning cake stall for the Air Ambulance Wales.

FISH & CHIP SUPPER - Thursday 13th September, 2007 in aid of the church building fund. Tickets are available from Janice Davies.

HARVEST APPEAL 2007

Our Harvest Services will be held on Sunday 23 & Tuesday 25th September. Sunday services will be at the usual times. The morning service will be an `All age` family service especially for children and young people. The evening service at 6pm will include items from the church choir and will be followed by coffee in the schoolroom. This year we support the work of the BMS in Indonesia. The special appeal envelopes will be distributed to all members and friends during the next two weeks.

On Tuesday 25th September we continue our harvest services. The morning service will include the latest BMS film on the harvest appeal. Filmed in Indonesia in November 2006, the feature video shows how BMS World Mission support is helping to rebuild lives, homes and churches on the island of Nias following the devastation that suddenly visited it in a tsunami and subsequent earthquakes. It is a story of the triumph of faith over adversity. For the first time for many years we will hold a special preaching service on Tuesday evening. Our guest preacher will be Rev Andrew Davies, Minister of Mumbles Baptist Church.



GREENFIELD NEWS - 6TH SEPTEMBER 2007:
Sunday services at the usual times of 11am led by Mr Stephen Thomas. Evening worship at 6pm led by Rev David Jones.

FAMILY NEWS

Elsie Thomas is now at St Paul`s. Glyn Davies continues to be at Morriston Hospital. Well done to many of our young people who have done well in recent examinations.

HARVEST
Harvest services this year will be held on Sunday 23rd & Tuesday 25th September. On Sunday the services will be led by our Minister. The Morning service will be an ˜all age"
service especially for children and young people all ages are welcome to share in a celebration of the harvest. The evening service will include items from the church choir. Both services will be led by our Minister.

On Tuesday morning the new BMS video will be shown in the morning service which outlines the work of the society in areas of the world where there is the greatest need. The evening service at 7.30pm will be a preaching service and our guest preacher will be Rev Andrew Davies.

NEW SEASON

All the midweek activities have re-commenced following the summer break. On Tuesday evenings we begin a new series of studies on the Gospel of John.

From 26th September we begin a new lunch time meeting where tea/coffee will be provided for all who would like to bring their packed lunch along. If you are working in the town
centre or a in town on a Wednesday why not come along and share in Bible message and a time of fellowship. Times are from 1.10pm until 1.50pm.

`Open Door` begins a new session as do both Friday evening youth groups.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 30TH AUGUST 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and the morning service will be a Baptismal service. During the evening Communion service those baptised will be received into membership of the church. Services will be led by Rev David Jones.
Tuesday morning worship will be led by our Minister and at 7.30pm on Tuesday there will be a prayer meeting. `Open Door` also re-commences on Wednesday at 2.30pm.

FAMILY NEWS

Elsie Thomas is now home from hospital. Glyn Davies is at Morriston Hospital. Many of our young people have done well in their examinations. We wish them well to the future.

LOOKING FORWARD

Our Tuesday morning worship has welcomed many friends and visitors over the summer and we continue to welcome all to join with us for this half hour service which is held in the chapel and followed by coffee. In September all the midweek meetings will re-commence.

Our Tuesday evening Bible study and prayer meeting recommences on 5th September at 7.30pm. On Wednesday 3rd October at 1.10pm our lunch time Bible Study re-commences. If you are in town on a Wednesday or work in the town centre why not join with us for this half hour meeting. Bring along your packed lunch and tea and coffee will be provided. For more information please contact David on Llanelli 741127.
On Tuesday 18th September we will welcome the London City Mission to our morning service. Our Harvest services this year will be held on Sunday 23 September which will be led by our Minister.

CHURCH SUPPER on Thursday 13th September with `Sounds Original` for the building fund. Tickets from Janice Davies.

COFFEE EVENING for the Glyn Nest Home on Thursday 26th September at 6.30pm at Moriah schoolroom with Pupils from Stradey School led by Miss Catrin Hughes.




GREENFIELD NEWS - 23RD AUGUST 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. The morning servicewill include Junior church and creche.

BAPTISMAL SERVICE.

It was good to see the chapel so full for a baptismal service last Sunday evening. Three members of the church Marian and Jack Seward and Cheryl Pike were baptised by Rev David Jones assisted by one of our deacons Mr Mike Wooller. There were refreshments and coffee services following the service.

FAMILY NEWS

We were sorry of hear of the death of Julie Griffiths daughter of Ken Griffiths of Highmead Avenue. Julie had been unwell for some time and we deeply sympathise with Ken and Julie`s children in their sad loss. Julie`s funeral service was held at Greenfield last Friday. Our sympathy to Wesley Samuel in the loss of Sandra. Dawn Thomas has not been well in recent weeks and we wish Dawn well.

Elsie Thomas has now been moved to Mynyddmawr hospital. Our warmest congratulations to Angharad Davies and James Mansfield who were married in the chapel last Sunday.
Joan and Alan Hancock have celebrated their Golden wedding Anniversary. They were married at Bethel Baptist Chapel Seaside by Rev Tom Gibbon Minister of Greenfield in July 1957.

SUMMER
The summer season is upon us and the only midweek meeting will be our Tuesday morning service which is held at 10.30am Why not come along and share in this short service of worship which is held in the chapel and is followed by coffee and fellowship in the schoolroom.

LOOKING FORWARD:

SUNDAY 2 SEPTEMBER: We look forward to a Baptismal Service when four of our congregation will be baptized. They will be received into membership of the church during the evening
Communion service.

Tuesday 4 September Mission Prayer meeting. Tuesday 11th September Our Bible Studies re-commence following the summer break.

Tuesday 18th September. We welcome the London City Mission to our morning service.

Thursday 13th September:`Fish and Chip' supper for the building fund. Tickets £6 from Janice Davies.

SUNDAY 23 September: Our Harvest Services with a special offering for the agricultural work of the Baptist Missionary Society.

SUNDAY 14th October: 149th Church Anniversary. 11am `All age` family worship (with prize giving) 6pm Evening worship.
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GREENFIELD NEWS - 3RD AUGUST 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister. At 10.30am on Tuesday our morning worship will be led by our Minister and will be followed by coffee and fellowship in the schoolroom

LAST SUNDAY:
It was good to welcome Rev Clive Jones to Greenfield last Sunday. Clive entered Ministerial training and Baptist Ministry from Greenfield and is Minister of Salem Baptist Church, Barry.

FAMILY NEWS:
Sheena Angelone is now home from hospital. Elsie Thomas is now at Mynyddmawr. Glenys John home from hospital. Evelyn Jones died peacefully at Prince Philip Hospital after a short illness. A service of thanksgiving was held at Greenfield last Friday. Interment will follow in Hillsborough Northern Ireland.

Our warmest congratulations to Alan and Joan Hancock who celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary on Friday of last week. They were married on 27th July, 1957 at Bethel Baptist
Chapel Seaside by the late Rev Thomas Gibbon

LANCE CORPORAL RYAN FRANCIS.
Last Thursday the chapel as filled to capacity for the funeral of Lance Corporal Ryan Francis of the 2nd Battalion the Royal Welsh. Ryan was tragically killed in action in Basra on 6th July. Thanks to Glen Davies and Joan Hancock who were at the door and to Calvin and Jean who were also present to help with the great numbers of people in attendance. Thanks to Vaughan Sound of Dafen who at very short notice extended the speaker system to the schoolroom and to the outside of the chapel. To Andrew our organist for his appropriate and sensitive playing. Thanks also to the Ministers who took part with our Minister. Rev Canon Graham Jones of Carmarthen,. Rev Ceri Daies of St Peters, Major Douglas Back of the Salvation Army and Rev Eric Davies Burry Port.






GREENFIELD NEWS - 26TH JULY 2007:

Sunday services are at the usual times and will be led by our Minister

FAMILY NEWS

Evelyn Jones died peacefully at Prince Philip Hospital on Saturday. Sheena Angelone was admitted to Ward 12 at Singleton Hospital last week. Lil Day has now been discharged from hospital and is now home. Elsie Thomas continues to be at Glangwili. Glenys John is at Mynyddmawr. Peter Fry has also been discharged following a short stay in hospital. Joan Jarvis has suffered a fall at home and had to receive hospital treatment.

Congratulations to Iris and Basil James on their marriage on 6th July. Our warmest congratulations to Lucy and Edward Barlow on the birth of a lovely baby daughter Chloe Jane on 9th July at Singleton Hospital. Both mum and baby are doing well and are now home. Our love and congratulations to Lucy and Edward and to Janice and David the proud grandparents.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Mrs Selby. Hope on a special birthday !

THANKS

Christine and Bryan Nicholas would like to say `Thank You` to all our friends at Greenfield for the lovely cards and messages received on the occasion of their Ruby Wedding Anniversary, God bless and thank you all

From SARSA (The soldiers and Airmen`s Scripture reading association) have written to thank the church for the recent donation following the visit of Lee Philipson . Lee writes....We
praise God that with all the current developments, military personnel are receptive to God`s Word, especially if they are going into combat. Please be in prayer that these personnel will get well grounded in the Word and have the courage to maintain their new faith......Approximately some 7000 service military personnel are serving in Iraq, whilst some 6000 are serving in Afghanistan. In both locations they are facing a significant
challenge. Please do pray for them, their families and also for the Chaplains. Many are grieving the loss of their loved ones and need our prayers. May you continue to know God`s rich blessing in your service for Him

LOOKING FORWARD

The Tuesday and Wednesday Bible studies will be taking a summer break from 24th July and will recommence on Tuesday/Wednesday 4/5th September.

Nations Celebration from 28th July until 4th August at the Festival Fields. Visitors from Korea, America and India and other parts of the world will be here in Llanelli for a celebration of the 1904 Revival.

We extend our congratulations to two couples who will be married at the chapel next Saturday. John and Rebecca will marry at 11am and Ellen and Mario at 12.30pm.

SUMMER 2007

It is always good to welcome visitors and holidaymakers to our services during the summer months. Last year we welcomed friends from as far afield as the USA and Australia as well as many parts of the UK. Hopefully it will be the same this year.

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