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What's on
On this page: Worship | Special Events | Regular Square Groups and Events | External Events
The Weekly Notice Sheet is handed out on Sundays, with news of what is happening at The Square.
If you would like to receive it by email or send news to be included, please email us.
You can read the latest notice sheet here, and previous sheets can be found in our archive.
Worship at The SquareOur church buildings are open every Sunday morning for worship, either for a traditional service in the Church, or for Café Worship in the church hall. Most of our traditional services are also live streamed on YouTube, so you can join in online if you can't make it in person. See our Worship This Week page for up to date information. On that page, you can also find resources to help you in your worship at home, if that is your choice. | Worship ElsewhereOther Opportunities for online worship in South Bedfordshire Circuit are listed on our Worship This Week page. Trinity Methodist Church in Leighton Buzzard are holding weekly evening services at 6pm via Zoom. All are invited to join us. https://zoom.us/j/94865623492?pwd=RlozVHRhYnFrcEU1cUJjdHZxUDQzQT09 Meeting ID: 948 6562 3492 |
Special Events at and around The Square
Here are some of the more irregular events that are coming up soon. Where there is a poster, you can click on it to see a larger version.
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| Welcome Service Sunday, 6th September Refreshments following |
| Heritage Open Day Saturday, 12th September Dunstable will be holding a Heritage Open Day on September 12th. when a number of local heritage buildings will open their doors to the public and we will be one of those buildings. We plan to have a number of activities on the day as well as displays and music If you have any photographs, documents, programmes or booklets that you think may be of interest please let one of the stewards have them or bring them along to Church. All items will be returned, so please make sure you have your name clearly marked on them |
| The Square Drama Circle presents Hi-De-Hi! 24-26 September Adult: £10 |
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Regular Square Events and Groups
| Friday, 21st August Assembly Room | The Living Room is a welcoming place where anyone can come for a chat, a snack, read, make crafts, play games, help build a jigsaw or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, all FREE! The Living Room has become very popular, and we could really do with a few more helping hands. If you would like to help, you will be very welcome! Please contact wendy.armiger@ntlworld.com | |
| Friday, 28th August Assembly Room | The Living Room is a welcoming place where anyone can come for a chat, a snack, read, make crafts, play games, help build a jigsaw or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, all FREE! The Living Room has become very popular, and we could really do with a few more helping hands. If you would like to help, you will be very welcome! Please contact wendy.armiger@ntlworld.com | |
| Ladies' Thursday Club | Thursday, 3rd September Church Parlour | Back from our summer break |
| Village Housegroup | Friday, 4th September Eaton Bray | The Village House Group is a small group of people who meet mostly on the first Friday of the month in Eaton Bray. |
| Friday, 4th September Assembly Room | The Living Room is a welcoming place where anyone can come for a chat, a snack, read, make crafts, play games, help build a jigsaw or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, all FREE! The Living Room has become very popular, and we could really do with a few more helping hands. If you would like to help, you will be very welcome! Please contact wendy.armiger@ntlworld.com | |
| Meeting Point | Tuesday, 8th September 10:30 - noon Church Parlour | Meeting Point is a study and fellowship group who meet in the Parlour, normally every other Tuesday morning, 10.30am - 12 noon. All are welcome. |
| Gather Round | Tuesday, 8th September Epworth Hall | Gather Round is a social group that welcomes new members. Meetings are normally held at 2pm on the second Tuesday in the month. An annual programme is prepared and includes such things as table top games, going out for a meal and a variety of discussion matters. In essence the group provides a pleasant social occasion. If of interest and need to know more contact Derek Hart or better still just come along. |
| Priory Housegroup | Tuesday, 8th September | Back from our summer break |
| Friday, 11th September Assembly Room | The Living Room is a welcoming place where anyone can come for a chat, a snack, read, make crafts, play games, help build a jigsaw or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, all FREE! The Living Room has become very popular, and we could really do with a few more helping hands. If you would like to help, you will be very welcome! Please contact wendy.armiger@ntlworld.com | |
| Heritage Open Day | Saturday, 12th September | Dunstable will be holding a Heritage Open Day on September 12th. when a number of local heritage buildings will open their doors to the public and we will be one of those buildings. We plan to have a number of activities on the day as well as displays and music If you have any photographs, documents, programmes or booklets that you think may be of interest please let one of the stewards have them or bring them along to Church. All items will be returned, so please make sure you have your name clearly marked on them |
| Buttercup Housegroup | Wednesday, 16th September | We normally meet on the third Wednesday of the month. There is friendly and informal discussion around biblical and current social and community issues and how they relate to our faith in Christ. With increasing age, we are a decreasing number and there are now just seven members in the group. New members would be warmly welcome. See the Contacts Page. |
| Ladies' Thursday Club | Thursday, 17th September Church Parlour |
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| Hi-De-Hi! | Thursday 24th September | The Square Drama Circle presents our 50th Anniversary show: Hi-De-Hi! Adult: £10 |
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External Events
| Bible Study over Zoom | Alternate Wednesdays Zoom | Are there times when you don’t quite understand something, but you are either embarrassed or not sure who to ask? Our Zoom Bible Study sessions every other Wednesday may be what you need. We are a group of encouraging and friendly people who want to understand and learn more together about the Bible and the impact it has on our lives. We welcome you to join us at one of our two-hour sessions every other Wednesday (2pm or 8pm) on Zoom for approx. an hour ending with a hymn. For more information see this document, or contact: Catherine Roots - catherine.roots1@ntlworld.com |
| Sunday Evening service via Zoom | Every Sunday | Trinity Methodist Church in Leighton Buzzard are holding weekly evening services at 6pm via Zoom. All are invited to join us. |
| Community Breakfast for Families | 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month Strathmore Methodist Church | You are welcome to join our family friendly community breakfast club. More details |
| Nondenominational Transformative Prayer Meeting | The Olive Tree Church, Every Thursday | Are you longing for a profound encounter with the Holy Spirit? Do you desire healing, miracles, breakthroughs, and the manifestation of God's power in your life? Rev. Michael Anokye, a dynamic and anointed servant of God, leads these meetings. His powerful ministry is marked by the Word, healings, miracles, signs, and wonders, inspiring hope and faith in all who witness it. Come and experience the transformative power of prayer. Your miracle awaits! We look forward to welcoming you and witnessing God's incredible work in your life. |
| Farley Fun Day | Saturday, 15th August Methodist Church, | Includes arts and crafts, Ice cream van, Clothing, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting, Food, Cakes, Tombola, and much much more. Free entry |
| Bike 'n' Hike | Saturday, 12th September | Have fun visiting over 600 churches and chapels Raise funds for your local church or chapel Help save other churches in Beds and Herts |
| Practical Wisdom for Leading Renewal | Tuesday, 15th September Lumen Community Centre, London WC1H 9RS and online | This event is for Methodists and Christians across Britain who want to see a more inclusive, life-giving way of being Church. Join theologian Elaine Heath for an inspiring evening on how the Church in the UK can become more healing, hopeful, and outward-looking today. Drawing on her experience as a community pioneer and spiritual guide, Elaine will share practical ideas for building a more compassionate and resilient Church. Together, we’ll explore how ancient Christian wisdom can shape modern life—how we lead, serve, and care for our communities, people, and the world around us. Elaine will also reflect on themes from the Gospel of John, offering fresh insight for today. There will be time for small group conversations and an open Q&A, giving space to share ideas and explore next steps. This is an in-person event with optional live-streaming. Book in via Eventbrite here |
| District Gathering of Lay Folk | Wednesday, 30th September Trinity Methodist Church, | Our keynote speaker is Matthew Forsyth - recently Vice President of the Methodist Church. We still need some musicians and someone to lead the Bible Study. Also I would welcome ideas for the afternoon workshops, But please do register asap as spaces will be limited. |
| Free Church Service | Wednesday, 7th October Lady Chapel | The Revd Andrew Openshaw |
| Free Church Service | Wednesday, 4th November Lady Chapel | The Revd David Jebb |
| Free Church Service | Wednesday, 2nd December Lady Chapel | Doral Hayes |
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