OAKDALE
Address: Dunstable Road, Bury Park, Luton LU4 8BN
Minister: Rev Margaret Newman
Phone: 07472 185460
Email: revmargaret.newman@gmail.com
Sunday Service Time: 10:45
14:00 on 1st & 3rd Sunday – Methodist Church Zimbabwe Fellowship service in Shona
Average Attendance: Adults 10-16 Young People – 2-4
Resources for Worship
Hymn Books: Singing the Faith, Hymns & Psalms, Mission Praise (to 1144)
(CCL M268353)
Methodist Worship Book available - but any use needs to be notified in advance
so copies can be provided
Bibles: Some NIV available in the back of seats
Members of the congregation will read lessons (with prior notice)
Choir / Music Group: Only for special services
Projector and screen available for use but please notify in advance
CDs can be played through the sound system
Microphone and amplifier system
Induction loop system
Hymn Technology is used when an organist / pianist is not available
Elements of Worship
Introduction: Welcome by stewards and any key notices
Notices: Notices are in a monthly newsletter, but they are also given out during the service,
usually after the second hymn. They are not normally given out as part of the introduction
Offering: Usually taken up following the notices, although most people give online
Children & Young People
If there are enough young people present,
they will go out after the bible reading and third hymn
It is suggested that the preacher says ‘The Lord be with you”
and “And also with you” as they leave
Parking on Ash, Oak and Dunstable Roads surrounding the church,
small public car park just up from church
Refreshments tea and coffee with biscuits is available after the service on most Sundays
