Midweek Meditation: Solitude, I’ll walk with thee…
This week Malcolm shares insights from his yearly solo hiking expedition in the Scottish Highlands, a cherished tradition that comes alive amidst the whirlwind of academic life. He talks about the transformative power of embarking on solitary journeys and its ability to reconnect us with our innermost selves and the divine presence within us.
Find all recent homilies here in the ACF archive.
This was the ACF Weekend Away!
Over the Ascension (Himmelfahrt) weekend, thirty-two of us thoroughly enjoyed our annual weekend away in the mountains of Alsace!
Geoff and Marie-Louise Read blessed us with their insights on the theme of joy and how we can practice more rejoicing in our lives. Other highlights included fantastic sunny weather, panoramic hikes, bonfire fellowship and wonderful music as well as delicious and plentiful food!
Please save the date and join us next year on Ascension Weekend, 29th May – 1st June 2025 at the same beautiful location!
For a few more photos click here.
This week’s happenings
Women’s Prayer Group – 16th May
Please take note of the upcoming dates for the Women’s Prayer Group. Our next gathering will be on May 16th at 8:00 pm via Zoom. We would love to see you all there!
Here are the other dates to mark on your calendar: June 13th and July 11th. Please be informed that we will be taking a break in August.
Looking forward to sharing and praying with you soon!
Young Adult Group – 18th May
The next meeting of the Young Adults Fellowship will be in the 18th of May at 6 pm hosted by Vinod and Molly at Ludwigstrasse 6, since the last Saturday falls during vacation. All who are able to come please let the hosts know or send a message here via the website contact form.
Pentecost – 19th May
The liturgy for the service of Pentecost on 1th May is being finalised. This will be a celebration of our heart languages. Please make sure you contact Vinod to ensure your language is included too.
PS.: Traditionally many of us like to wear red on Pentecost Sunday. Perhaps you’d like to join in too?
Important Update: New Email Provider Coming Soon
We wanted to let you know that we will be transitioning to a new email provider for our regular church communications. Keep an eye out for a separate email within the next couple of weeks containing detailed instructions on how to ensure you continue receiving our updates without interruption.
Please be sure to follow the steps provided in the upcoming email to stay connected with us!
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this transition.
Weekly Wonder
My family happened to pass by a lavender field during our lengthy car journey and it was the most memorable stops we made that trip
Annabelle P.
Each week we showcase one of the beautiful images that were submitted in summer 2023 for the ACF Photography Contest with the theme: “The Wonder of God’s Creation”, together with a few words by the artist.
All previously published entries can be viewed here.
This Week at the ACF
- Compline
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:00 pm
on zoom - Freiburg North Homegroup
Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 8:00 pm
Hosted at a private home in Gundelfingen. Get in touch for further details. - Women’s Prayer Group
Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 8:00 pm
on zoom - Young Adult Bible Study
Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 6:00 pm
At the vicarage (Ludwigstr. 6, Freiburg) Joined by the Freiburg Central Homegroup - Pentecost Service
Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 11:30 am
Led by Rev’d Vinod Victor
We’ll be celebrating our heart-languages during this special Communion Service.
PS.: Traditionally many of us like to wear red on Pentecost Sunday. Perhaps you’d like to join in too? - Singing Group Practice
Sunday, May 19, 2024 after the service
New singers are always welcome!
Click here for the ACF zoom link and here for the ACF calendar for the coming months.
The pastor is just a call away!
Call, text or WhatsApp Rev’d Vinod Victor on +49-176-46614418 or +91 9447 151017,
or email him at chaplainfreiburg@gmail.com.
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Looking ahead…
International Fundraising Lunch – 21st July
Look forward to a wonderful meal on Sunday, 21st July after church! Tickets will cost €5 per person and all proceeds will go towards the ACF.
Safeguarding at the ACF
Did you know…
… that ‘safeguarding’ is the action that the Church takes to promote a safer culture in all church communities?
… that Judith Moratscheck and Ceri Fairclough are ACF’s safeguarding officers?
…that all members of the church are encouraged to undertake basic safeguarding training and that this training is easily accessible online?
19th November will be safeguarding Sunday at ACF. In advance, we encourage everyone to create a free account here on the Church of England’s safeguarding portal and to explore the basic training course. It takes about 45 minutes to complete and is excellent introduction to safeguarding in the Church.
Supporting the ACF financially
We’re so grateful for your support and prayers for our church. We are independent from any external funding sources, such as German taxes (Kirchesteuer), the Church of England, or other institutions. We depend on the generous donations of our members and friends to cover all our expenses (the minister’s salary, rent, insurances, diocese contributions, …). Unfortunately, our reserves are running low and we need your help to keep going.
We want to continue to serve God and our community with love and faithfulness. That’s why we’re asking you to consider donating to the ACF on a regular basis. By setting up a standing bank order, you can help us plan our budget and resources more effectively. It’s easy and secure, and you can cancel or change it anytime. Thank you for your generosity and God bless you!
Would you like to help fund the work of the ACF?
The best way to help is setting up a monthly direct debit to
Anglican Church Freiburg e.V.
Sparkasse Freiburg
IBAN: DE29 6805 0101 0002 5119 20
SWIFT / BIC: FRSPDE66
Other giving options, such as online donations, are laid out here on our website.
If you have any questions at all, do not hesitate to contact our treasurers at treasurer@anglican-church-freiburg.de or pick up a Donate Flyer from church.
Praying for each other
If you have personal matters that you would like to be included in the public intercessions during our Sunday morning church services, we encourage you to reach out to our chaplain Vinod Victor (see contact details below). Your concerns, joys, and requests can be shared with the congregation, allowing us to support and uplift one another in prayer. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with the chaplain and let your voice be heard during our Sunday services.
Margaret’s Meals
The cookbook is here! “Margaret’s Meals” is a booklet containing recipes collected by our Margaret Bredow during her illness. It’s an excellent way of remembering her and helping ACF at the same time. The cookbooks are available at the church – just pop your money, € 7- 10, depending on your means, into the cash box – or contact Linda. If you would like to have the cookbook for an additional postage fee sent to you by post please contact us here.
All profits, after printing costs are covered, go directly to ACF.
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